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The Richmond Night Market kicks off the summer with ‘Candyland’ theme

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What: Official Richmond Night Market

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When: May 16 to October 13, 2014, Friday to Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. and Sundays and holidays from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Where: 8351 River Road, Richmond, close to River Rock Casino How much: $2 admission per entry, booklets also available

Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been to a night market while on holiday in Bangkok, or trudged through muddy wet markets in Kuala Lumpur, the Asian market is a sight to behold.

Held both in the day and night, Asian markets offer their patrons the freshest, cheapest and no-frills produceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it is not uncommon to buy your greens from a day market and your mattresses from a night market.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why Richmond Night Market, which opens today and runs until October 13, has sought to bring you the experience

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right here on the West Coast. While not a traditional market in every sense of the word (meaning: you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t buy mattresses, vegetables and uncooked chicken), the market will bring you the bustling sights and busy sounds of a conventional night market.

toys to cell phone accessories. You name it and they probably have it.

Food is a big deal in any Asian country, so it is only fair that a big draw for the event are the 85 stalls offering Thai, Indian and Taiwanese delicacies among the others.

flavours, skewered onto a stick, in a spiral shape. Another trend, courtesy of South Korea, are ice-cream cones moulded into any shape (think candy canes and cars), and filled with soft serve. This new innovation will be making an appearance at the market too, and is predicted to be quite a hit.

The weekend market offers more than 200 stalls selling everything under the summer sunâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;from fashion accessories to clothes to

As foodies ourselves, we would recommend checking out the rotato stallâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;where whole potatoes come in various deep-fried

If trying new foods isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t your cup of tea, there will be the more conventional food stalls offering shaved ice with mango, meat

on skewers, fried ice-cream, dim sum, tofu soup and roti canai.

The event, which is being hosted at Richmond for the third year, is a must-do attraction for anyone in Metro Vancouver, and is expected to have 15,000 visitors per day. The theme for this year is Magical Candyland, so take your camera along to pose next to inflated candy canes. o

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Hats off to international grads

Sarah Berman Editor

In the next few weeks, thousands of international students will wear caps and gowns, walk across a stage and collect well-earned diplomas, certificates and degrees.

Like their Canadian counterparts, endless opportunities lay ahead: new cities, budding careers, advanced degrees, entrepreneurial projects, travel plans, not to mention new lifelong friends ready to share the excitement.

For many thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a long-awaited chance to return to loved ones back home.

Others forge ahead with a brave new life in Vancouver. In this issue, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re celebrating all these students have achieved, and take a peek at whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s around the bend.

We asked students who have come to Vancouver from around the world: whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next? Now that exams are finished and assignments are all graded, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re taking time to reflect on all the possibilities that university and career training have to offer. From baking to filmmaking to investment banking, the students we interviewed shared dreams as diverse as their countries of origin. You can find these personal stories beginning on page 26.

While weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re celebrating international students, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to introduce Guidebookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest column, Abeer Untapped. Writer Abeer Yusuf is a current masters student at the University of British Columbiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journalism program. Born in India and educated in Malaysia, Abeer will bring her fresh perspective on Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cultural landscape.

In the spirit of change and renewal, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got the final chapter of Doretta Lauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s short story â&#x20AC;&#x153;Robots by the Riverâ&#x20AC;? on page 35. Lau speaks to the evershifting balance between long-distance relationships, close friendships and the relentless changing seasons. New contributor Amy Goh brings these themes into beautifully sharp focus with a series of matching illustrations.

I sincerely hope to share more original artwork like this in future issues of Guidebook.

Of course thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plenty more news to share: contributor Valentina Ruiz Leotaud interviewed Salvadoran man JosĂŠ Figueroa ahead of his federal

court date on May 26. Figueroa has resided in Langley for 17 years, but faces a deportation order that would separate him from his three Canadianborn children. In 2010 the Canadian Border Services Agency ruled to deport Figueroa for the very same reason he sought asylum in Canada: his affiliation with the now-elected Farabundo MartĂ­ National Liberation Front during the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s civil war. Also from the migration desk, we have stories about Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s moratorium on temporary foreign workers in the restaurant industry, courtesy of Tyee reporter David P. Ball, and an update on the Canadian Immigrant Integration Program (CIIP).

Ahead of Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s EAT! Food and Cooking festival, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a preview of Canadian cheeses that will be on offer during several workshops.

Valentina speaks with expert Reg Hendrickson about how to get the most out of your tasting experience.

Last, but certainly not least, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re succumbing to FIFA World Cup fever with a special five-issue insert. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll cover everything you need to know about next monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s international soccer tournament in Brazil. In this issue weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a guide to the best places to view World Cup in Vancouver, our favourite players to watch, and a reader contest that could earn you $200 in prizes. Flip over to page 31 for details.

As always, big thanks go out to the advertisers who make all this possible.

Many thanks to our hard-working contributors that go the extra mile, and my deepest thanks to our readers for following along as Guidebook weaves its way into Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s media landscape. Like they say at graduation ceremoniesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the skyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the limit!

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International Summer Night Market - Richmond 12631 Vulcan Way Richmond, BC www.summernightmarket.com Fridays and Saturdays 7:00 p.m. to midnight Sundays 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

The International Summer Night Market runs from Friday, May 9 to Sunday, September 14 for the 2014 season.

The International Summer Night Market is just as big as the Richmond Night Market, with over 60 food stands serving Asian cuisine and close to 200 retail vendors. Both the River Rock Casino and Vulcan Way locations

offer a North American take on the night markets of Asian cities like Hong Kong and Taipei. $2 admission.

Cirque du Soleil presents Totem - Vancouver Concord Paci ic Place 88 Paci ic Blvd Vancouver, BC May 15 to June 29 Cirque du Soleil presents its new production, a fascinating journey into the evolution of humankind from its original amphibian state to our ultimate desire to fly. Written and directed by multidisciplinary artist Robert Lepage.

Coastal City Ballet presents Coppelia - North Vancouver 2300 Lonsdale Ave North Vancouver, BC www.coastalcityballet.com (604) 984-4484 Friday, May 16, 2014

finally come true only to realize he is caught up in a hilarious lover’s spat. With Leo Delibe’s irresistible melodic score and Irene Schneider’s inventive choreography, this is a ballet the whole family can enjoy.

A comic ballet about a doll who comes to life. The delightful story of Coppelia, is one of mistaken identity. Storyteller E.T.A. Hoffmann weaves a tale of a toymaker, his doll, and a young couple in love.

Cantonese Opera Charity Show - Richmond River Rock Casino 8811 River Road Richmond, BC Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18, 2014 S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Foundation’s biennial Cantonese Opera Charity Show in 2014 features two nights of entertainment and excitement.

Dr. Coppelius, the toy maker, has created a lifelike doll - Coppelia, and wishes to bring her to life.

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On May 17 and 18, twenty one members of the celebrated Guangzhou Cantonese Opera Institution, including prominent Cantonese opera artists OU Kai Ming, CHAN Wan Hung, LI Jun Sheng and CUI Yu Mei, accompanied by 2 Hong Kong based prominent performers, John Lau and Lanzy Choy, and 4 Vancouver based seasoned performers, Alice Choi, Annie Wong, Polly Hui and May Shih, will perform classic Cantonese Opera duets of love, valor and filial duties plus thrilling acrobatic action scenes that will bring audience to their feet.

To enhance the enjoyment for the non-Cantonese speaking audience, both evenings’ performances will be enhanced

by English and Chinese captions.

Tickets are $40, $60, $88, and $128 plus service charges per ticket. Tickets are available at S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Foundation and Ticketmaster. For more information, contact S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Foundation at 604-408-7228.

The Richmond Night Market - Richmond 8351 River Road Richmond, BC www.richmondnightmarket.com (604) 244-8448 Weekends May 17 to October 14, 2014 Fridays and Saturdays from 7:00 p.m. to midnight, Sundays until 11:00 p.m.

The Richmond Night Market 2014 event is located at No. 3 Road & River Road, Richmond, just 1 block from Bridgeport SkyTrain Station.

It runs from May 18 to Oct 8 on every weekend starting at 7:00 pm. This outdoor event offers 85 food booths (the largest international food court ever), over 200 merchants & corporate sponsor booths, more than 1,700 on-site parking stalls, free admission, free live entertainment nightly on a topnotch performing stage, games, contests & hundreds of giveaway prizes.

Come & spend your summer in this fun-filled shopping & eating

paradise with us! $2 admission.

support of upcoming new release, with guest Willy Mason.

Satinder Sartaaj live in concert - Vancouver Orpheum Theatre 601 Smithe Street at Seymour Vancouver, BC May 18, 2014 7:30 p.m.

Note: moved from original venue of Rio Theatre.

Satinder Sartaaj will perform at the iconic Orpheum in “Mehfil-e-Sartaaj”—the most anticipated live Sufi musical event in Vancouver this year.

A multi-gifted songwriter, singer, composer and poet, Satinder Sartaaj boasts an unprecedented list of achievements and remains at the forefront of his craft; a true inspiration and an icon to millions of fans worldwide.

Satinder Sartaaj’s concerts create a complete fan experience and in doing so enable fans to connect with their tradition and culture.

His live performances create captivating moments, when fans can drop their inhibitions, celebrate their lives, relive their past and feel exhilarated. Sartaaj is the only contemporary Punjabi artist who can connect with everyone, with his lyrics cutting across age, religious and cultural barriers.

Tickets are $25 (plus service charges and fees) at www. northerntickets.com Alicia Tobin’s “Come Draw With Me” with Special Comedic Guests TBA Vancouver Hot Wet Art City 2206 Main Street Vancouver, BC Friday May 23, 2014 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Doors at 7:30 p.m.)

Come Draw With Alicia Tobin and get some of her patented* comedic critique of your 5-minute drawings (*not actually patented). Then enjoy the stand-up comedy of her special comedic guests to be announced. Come draw with us!

Supplies provided. No talent necessary. Advance tickets are recommended, this show sells out every month!

Call 604-825-9133 or 604-5991110 for info.

Die Antwoord - Vancouver Commodore Ballroom 868 Granville Street Vancouver, BC May 22, 2014 Doors at 8:00 p.m., show at 9:30 p.m.

South African rap-rave band composed of Ninja, Yo-Landi Vi$$er, and DJ Hi-Tek.

The Newcomers Vancouver Fair promotes viable immigration pathways for temporary foreign workers and international students through employment, foreign credential assessment, verification and registration as well as English language training, job ready education and a host of other services.

Tickets are $35 (plus service charges and fees).

19 and up.

As a temporary foreign worker, the Newcomers Vancouver Fair provides you with an opportunity to find alternative or improved employment opportunities either locally or provincially with employers who understand the process of hiring foreign workers.

For newly landed or settled immigrants, the fair is an opportunity to learn about having your international

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Who: Venezuelan Canadian Society of B.C. What: Screening Brecha en el Silencio (Breach in the Silence) and El Silencio de las Moscas (Silence of the Flies) When: Sunday, May 25, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Where: SFU Woodwards - Goldcorp Center for the Arts (149 W Hastings Street) How much: $10 each

Tickets are $6 in advance, $10 at the door.

Newcomers Vancouver Fair - Vancouver Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel 1088 Burrard Street Vancouver, BC Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25, 2014 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

First Aid Kit - Vancouver Vogue Theatre 918 Granville Street Vancouver, BC May 23, 2014 Doors at 7:00 p.m., show at 8:30 p.m.

Award-winning Venezuelan ilms at SFU Woodwards

Join the Venezuelan Canadian Society of B.C. (VCSBC) for a double screening of two internationally-acclaimed Venezuelan films: Brecha en el Silencio (“Breach in the Silence”) by Andrés and Luís Rodríguez.

Start time: 2:00 p.m.

This film was Venezuela’s official submission to the Oscars 2014 best foreign language film category. The film was also featured in the Vancouver International Film Festival.

El Silencio de las Moscas (“Silence of the Flies”) by Eliezer Arias.

Start time: 4:30 p.m.

This film won in the Latin American competition for the 2014 International Documentary Festival in the Dominican Republic.

Tickets are $10 for each movie, and they are available at the door or online at www.vcsbc.ca VCSBC is a non-profit organization that acts as a bridge between Venezuelans and other communities in British Columbia. The organization aims to foster integration and collaboration by offering programs, events, services and information to the community.

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Portobello West local fashion market - Vancouver May 24 and 25, 2014 Creekside Community Centre www.portobellowest.com Created in 2006 by Carlie Smith and inspired by the famous artisan markets of Europe, Portobello West’s goal is to introduce Vancouver’s style conscious shoppers to the creative artisans and designers working here.

Now operating as a not-for-profit society headed up by a board of directors and a market manager, Portobello West remains Vancouver’s premiere Fashion & Art Market, and the Best Artisan/ Craft Fair as voted by the readers of The Georgia Straight newspaper in the years 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013!

DVote - Vancouver 1895 Venables Street Vancouver, British Columbia http://thecultch.com/events/dvote/ (604) 251-1363 Daily from May 27, 2014 to May 31, 2014 Vision Impure (Vancouver) and Nova Dance (Toronto). At first glance dance artists Noam Gagnon and Nova Bhattacharya seem to come from completely different worlds, but a closer look reveals their shared passion for mining personal experience to create revealing and transcendent performances.

DVote is their investigation into the dichotomies that separate devotion and submission, the profound and the profane, and sexuality and spirituality.

The Business of Craft Beer Vancouver The Imperial 319 Main Street Vancouver, BC May 29, 2014 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Interact with a panel of local beer experts while enjoying food stations

by Cocktails & Canapes and beer along with a keynote address by Ninkasi Brewing’s Jamie Floyd.

City of Bhangra Festival Vancouver and Surrey www.vibc.org May 29, 2014 to June 7, 2014 Featuring a form of folk music and dance from the Punjab regions of India and Pakistan, delivered with the excitement of the 21st century.

More than 17 events, 300 performers and 15,000 local & international attendees in Vancouver & Surrey will celebrate this year’s theme: #BhangraLove. This year’s festival includes favourite events: TransFusion at SFU Woodwards, Media Arts Mehfil at the Surrey City Hall, Bhangra on Main at Heritage Hall, Downtown Bhangra on the VAG Plaza, plus new events.

Reel Causes presents William and the Windmill - Vancouver SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts Djavad Mowafaghian Cinema 149 West Hastings Street Vancouver, BC Thursday, May 29, 2014 Doors at 6:30 p.m., ilm starts at 7:15 p.m. www.reelcauses.org WILLIAM AND THE WINDMILL is a feature-length documentary about William Kamkwamba, a young Malawian who rescued his family from famine by building a power-generating windmill from scrap parts.

His achievement leads to new opportunities and complex choices.

Kamkawamba recently spoke at TED Talks in Vancouver. A Skype interview with director and producer Ben Nabors will follow the screening.

Ticket sales support Check York Head.

Founded in 1999, Check Your Head is a youth-driven organization based in Vancouver that offers social and environmental justice education, training, and resources that are all developed and delivered by young people, for young people.

Tickets $10 to $15 Wine in the Garden - Vancouver VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak Street Vancouver, BC bottleneckdrive.com/may-29-wine-inthe-garden/ (604) 363-7893 Thursday, May 29, 2014 6:00pm to 8:30pm Over 75 wines to taste from Summerland’s Bottleneck Drive Winery Association.

Food pairings from Truffles Fine Foods. Live music from Dawn Chubai.

A fundraiser for VanDusen Botanical Gardens.

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Vancouver’s much-loved Hip-Hop Karaoke All Stars will kick off Craft Beer Week. credentials assessed and recognized in Canada in order to gain meaningful employment in your chosen profession or trade.

Tickets are $32.50 (plus service charges and fees) at www. livenation.com

For all newcomers, settlement and arrival services will be available including banking, housing, social insurance, education, health cards and much more.

European Festival Burnaby Scandinavian Community Centre Burnaby, BC www.europeanfestival.ca (866) 749-9208 Daily from May 24, 2014 to May 25, 2014

Register at www. newcomerscanada.ca/events/ vancouver/

Open to all ages.

Haim - Vancouver Malkin Bowl Stanley Park, Vancouver May 24, 2014 7:00 p.m.

Bring the whole family to enjoy Europe without a passport—see the sights, sounds & tastes of at least 20 different countries and finish the day with cool refreshments while dancing to up-to-date European bands.

Los Angeles indie-pop trio is touring in support of recent release Days Are Gone, with guests Tennis.

Available for two-days for the first time! Bring your friends, family, neighbours!

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This year’s Craft Beer Week runs from May 30 to June 7 at various restaurants and bars across Metro Vancouver. It’s a nine day annual festival that showcases the best local and international craft beers.

This year’s theme? Hip-hop. Also: beer hops. You know, that bitter, floral taste that’s trending in recent years? Anyway, here’s two of many events worth checking out.

Opening Night Who: MC Prevail, DJ Flipout, the Hip Hop Karaoke All Stars, plus 20 local brewers What: Hip-hop party and beer tasting When: Friday, May 30, 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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Dubbed “the top of the hops” and “the beast of the yeast” this opening night party features MC Prevail, DJ Flipout, Vancouver’s Hip-Hop Karaoke All Stars, and 20 of the craft brewing industries finest.

A $49 ticket includes entertainment, unlimited craft beer samples, a souvenir tasting glass, and door prizes for the those dressed in their hip-hop best. A couple of Vancouver’s finest food trucks will be on site. Participating breweries include Phillips, Four Winds, Bomber, 33 Acres, Ninkasi, Parallel 49, Red Truck, Bridge, Main Street, Driftwood and more.

How much: $49 plus taxes and fees The Vancouver Craft Beer Week website says they’re “brothers from different mothers, but all sons of the hop.” Four brewers from East Vancouver to Surrey to Washington state have teamed up to host a night of “hop-tastic food and drink.”

“Last year saw these brewers each showcase a hop-heavy brew with amazing pub food sampled throughout,” the VCBW site explains. “This year, each brewer will be bringing their next-gen signature hoppy brew for guests to sample, taste and discuss at The Butcher & Bullock.”

Kicking off at 6:00 p.m., the night’s featured brewers will be Ben Love of Gigantic Brewery, Gary Lohin of Surrey’s Central City Brewing, Jaime Floyd of Ninkasi brewing, and Graham With of Parallel 49 brewing. They’ll also have the festival’s featured home brewer Ryan Elliot onsite that evening to showcase the hobbyist’s pointt of o view. e .

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Brothers in Hip-Hops Who: Gigantic Brewery, Surrey’s Central City Brewing, Ninkasi, and Parallel 49 Brewery What: dinner and beer tasting When: Thursday, June 5, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Where: The Butcher & Bullock, 911 West Pender Street

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Hailing from West Vancouver, Douglas Coupland is celebrated around the world for defining a generation. Literally. His very first novel, the 1991 bestseller Generation X: Tales for an Accelerated Culture gave us an entire lexicon to match an Internethungry ageâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;complete with words like â&#x20AC;&#x153;McJobâ&#x20AC;? and, of course, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gen X.â&#x20AC;?

Coupland has since written a lucky 13 novels, many about wired, clever young people who are grappling with existential angst and loneliness. While Couplandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s writing makes plenty of reference

Public sculpture â&#x20AC;&#x153;Digital Orcaâ&#x20AC;? by Douglas Coupland to American pop culture, there is an underlying Canadian-ness present in his books, which is a source of pride for many British Columbians.

Books like Souvenir of Canada, City of Glass, and his biography of Canadian media theorist Marshall McLuhan pay tribute to Canadian culture even more directly.

While most culture-savvy Canadians will have read a Douglas Coupland book (criticsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; faves include Microserfs, Girlfriend in a Coma, Hey Nostradamus! and sometimes jPod), fewer are aware of his visual art career. But a quick look at Couplandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Twitter bioâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Never left art schoolâ&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x201D;hearkens back to his time attending Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver.

Coupland has been commissioned to create many public sculptures, including the pixilated Orca whale along Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Burrard inlet. Earlier this year he announced another commissioned sculptureâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a gold-plated replica of Stanley Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hollow Tree, to be displayed at Marine Drive and Cambie between Richmond and Vancouver.

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Coupland is showing his first-ever solo exhibition at the Vancouver Art Gallery beginning on May 31. The show is called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Douglas Coupland: everywhere is anywhere is anything is everything.â&#x20AC;? The gallery has been keeping a blog of the installation process, which makes reference to lego sculptures, Fukushima tsunami debris, and a larger-than-life â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gumheadâ&#x20AC;? sculpture of Couplandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s face. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Using Lego, one of his favourite art supplies, Coupland has created large-scale artworks such as Towers and 345 Modern House both of which will be on view for

the first time in his solo exhibition,â&#x20AC;? explains the Vancouver Art Gallery blog. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Lego as Self-Portrait he uses these building blocks to create an abstract portrait of himself, stacking them vertically until the column replicates his exact height; the work consists of 194 Lego bricks, hermetically sealed inside a clear Plexiglas sleeve.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;In conjunction with Dougâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solo show, the Gallery has commissioned him to create an interactive public sculpture titled Gumhead which will be situated on a grassy knoll on the Howe Street Side,â&#x20AC;? the blog says. o

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Guided Tour of Ruptures in Arrival: Art in the Wake of the Komagata Maru Surrey Surrey Art Gallery 13750 88 Avenue Surrey, BC May 29, 2014 7:00 p.m.

Surrey Art Gallery is hosting an informal tour of its newest exhibition—Ruptures in Arrival: Art in the Wake of the Komagata Maru—led by Surrey Art Gallery’s Curator of Exhibitions Jordan Strom.

Strom will provide background on the distinct approaches and techniques used by the artists whose works are featured in the exhibition. Find out how and why the artworks on display were chosen for the exhibition, hear stories about the artworks and the artists who made them, and discuss ideas explored in the exhibition.

Participants will enjoy this friendly introduction to the fascinating world of contemporary art and how it reflects the world around us.

Both regular tour participants and first-time gallery visitors are encouraged to ask questions and share their responses to the artworks.

By donation.

“Taste of Empire” performance and dinner Richmond Richmond Cultural Centre 7700 Minoru Gate Saturday May 31, 2014, Sunday June 1, 2014 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

and thought-provoking trip through history as he weaves stories of conquest and imperialistic desires through the construction (and deconstruction) of the Rellenong Bangus (Filipino stuffed milkfish). Guests are seated with a beverage and a tasting plate is served at the conclusion of the piece.

Presented by the City of Richmond and Boca Del Lupo Theatre, A Taste of Empire is truly a feast for the mind and the palate.

Tickets are $30 (Adults Only), includes one beverage, snacks and tasting plate.

To purchase tickets, call the box office at 604-247-8323 from Monday to Friday between 2:00 and 9:00 p.m.

Or, you can buy tickets in person at the Front Desk of the Richmond Cultural Centre.

EAT! Vancouver Food + Cooking Festival Vancouver BC Place Stadium 777 Paci ic Boulevard Vancouver, BC May 30, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

May 31, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

June 1, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Three-day family-friendly food festival features hundreds of celebrity chefs, culinary classes, and food, beverage, and kitchen-goods exhibitors.

Participating chefs include Rob Feenie, Chuck Hughes, Lynn Crawford, Vikram Vij, and Ned Bell.

Jovanni Sy, Artistic Director of Gateway Theatre, is bringing his critically acclaimed, wacky and fun culinary exploration of global food domination and the conquest for our appetites to the Rooftop Garden at the Richmond Cultural Centre on Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1.

Vancouver Craft Beer Week - Vancouver 157 Alexander Street Vancouver , British Columbia http://www. vancouvercraftbeerweek .com (604)618-1963 Daily from May 30, 2014 to June 7, 2014

While cooking a traditional Filipino dish in real time, writer/performer Jovanni Sy takes us on an entertaining

Vancouver Craft Beer Week is a 9 day annual festival that showcases the best local and international craft brewed

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beers featuring events in 30+ venues across the city.

Mehfil Community Reception - Surrey New Surrey City Hall 13750 88 Avenue Surrey, BC Friday, May 30, 2014 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

In an inspired twist on the traditional mehfil style, Naad Foundation and the City of Bhangra Festival join forces to create an evening of global fusion featuring Saanjh.

Saanjh is a Punjabi word which means “connecting, sharing, partnering,” an apt description for Vancouver’s most talented group of musicians from around the world creating a unique and mesmerizing mosaic of North Indian classical, progressive rock , jazz, funk, Punjabi folk and Caribbean groove, this eclectic evening of improvisation and collaboration by performers, composers, teachers and producers is sure to have you on your feet.

Bruce Harding (flute/bass), Sandy Khaira (drums/ percussion), Coach Sandhu (guitar), Gagandeep Singh (vocals), Amarjeet Singh (tabla), Vidya Sundar (vidya veena), Baljit Singh (dilruba), and Tony Boughen (keyboard).

After the mehfil, join VIBC’s partners, supporters, and sponsors at a free Community Reception with music by DJ Jason Kamoh and wine from Desert Hills Estate Winery.

Presented by VIBC and City of Surrey.

Swan Lake - Vancouver Vancouver Playhouse Hamilton & Dunsmuir Vancouver, BC May 31, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.

June 1, 2014 at 3:00 p.m.

Karen Flamenco presents the classic ballet with music by Tchaikovsky, with the addition of a flamenco guitar.

Vancouver Art Gallery Presents: Douglas Coupland - Vancouver 750 Hornby Street

Vancouver, BC http://www.vanartgallery.bc .ca 604-662-4700 Daily from May 31, 2014 to September 1, 2014 This is the first major survey exhibition of the artist’s work and will be presented from May 31 to September 1, 2014.

Douglas Coupland is an artist based in Vancouver whose remarkably prolific production across a diverse range of media over the past 12 years addresses the singularity of Canadian culture, the power of language, as well as the ever-pervasive presence of technology in everyday life.

The title of the exhibition, ‘everywhere is anywhere is anything is everything,’ refers both to Coupland’s deep engagement with place and cultural identity and, simultaneously, his recognition of a growing ubiquity as access to information, images and technology becomes more readily available to the masses.

Doors Open Richmond Richmond Richmond Cultural Centre 7700 Minoru Gate Richmond, BC (604) 247-8300 Daily from June 7, 2014 to June 8, 2014 Doors Open 2014 is Richmond’s 7th annual arts, culture & heritage festival.

Coordinated by the Richmond Museum Society & Doors Open Steering Committee, this free event allows visitors of all ages to explore Richmond’s arts, culture & heritage at up to fifty partner sites through the use of a Doors Open colour brochure guide with complete listings, posted on-line & available at local facilities & in the Richmond Review in May 2014.

CBC Music Festival Burnaby Deer Lake Park 6450 Deer Lake Avenue Burnaby, BC Saturday, June 14, 2014 If you’ve ever wondered why

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Canada is known for its indie music, here’s a great place to start. CBCMusic.ca’s new festival features Tegan and Sara, Spoon, Arkells, Hannah Georgas, Wake Owl, Chad VanGaalen, Belle Game, Crystal Shawanda and many more renowned Canadian acts.

The event is hosted by Jian Ghomeshi, with special co-host appearances by CBC’s Stephen Quinn, with more CBC talent and stars to be announced.

Car Free Day on Commercial Drive Vancouver Commercial Drive From Venables To North Grandview Hwy Vancouver, BC www.thedrive.ca (604) 251-2884 Sunday, June 15, 2014 Frying fish over fire, parading drummers, healing gardens, DJs spinning beats, plus all of your friends and neighbours hanging out. Commercial Drive is the birthplace of Car Free Vancouver Day—thank you, you lovely rebels, you!

We’re getting back to the roots of this festival this year which means less planning from us and more involvement from you. This is YOUR day to bring yourself to your community.

Bring your PASSIONS, your ENERGY and your CREATIVITY to the street!

Food Cart Fest Vancouver 215 West 1st Avenue Vancouver, BC Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Beginning June 22, 2014 Food Cart Fest is a gathering of over 20 of Vancouver’s top food carts presented by Arrival and The Streetfood Vancouver Society. Join us every week in the summer for food, fun, and sun complemented by community markets, live music and DJs, craft food vendors, kids activities, and more.

Food carts include Mogu, Tacofino, The Reef, Holy Perogy, Vij’s Railway Express, Mom’s Grilled Cheese and more. o

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Is French Immersion Creating a Two-Tiered System?

immersion. So is a parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education level.

Students from minority, immigrant, single parent, low-income and low-education households are less likely to enrol in French immersion programs.

Sara Langlois is a Grade 2 French immersion teacher at Strathcona. She understands Chudnovskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s concerns, but said their school is a special case because it resides in a neighbourhood with a â&#x20AC;&#x153;critical massâ&#x20AC;? of families living in poverty.

By Katie Hyslop, TheTyee.ca The low-income students in Anna Chudnovskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eastside Vancouver school arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t often teased about their disadvantageâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;mostly because the majority of them are in the same boat.

But they â&#x20AC;&#x153;certainly noticeâ&#x20AC;? the French immersion kids who attend the same school, because the French students tend to come from families with higher incomes, the Strathcona Elementary teacher said.

The dual-stream system has created what she calls a â&#x20AC;&#x153;two-tiered system in the public education program.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the ways that eastside schools are keeping kids in the catchment,â&#x20AC;? she said, adding without French immersion, wealthier families would otherwise â&#x20AC;&#x153;send their kids to schools that [donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have] poor kids at it.â&#x20AC;?

The benefits of French immersion cross cultural and socioeconomic divides.

Immersion students enjoy increased creativity and an extra academic challenge.

They have an easier time learning additional languages, and see increased job prospects and salary earnings.

Chudnovsky is not alone in her concern immersion creates a two-tiered system.

In 2008, New Brunswick axed its Grade 1 French immersion program because the

government believed it was unfair to the students left in English.

A study released by the Toronto District School Board in 2010 found students from minority, immigrant, single parent, lowincome, and low-education households, as well as students with special needs, were â&#x20AC;&#x153;less likely to enrol in French Immersion programs.â&#x20AC;?

And a 2004 Statistics Canada study noted similar income demographics in French Immersion programs Canada-wide, except for four provinces: Quebec, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and British Columbia, where no real differences were determined.

There are no B.C. stats on the student demographics in French immersion offered in 46 of the provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 59 English school districts.

Wealthier students, underfunded classes

The school, just one block away from one of the poorest sections of East Hastings Street, is affected by rapid gentrification, and the changing neighbourhood dynamics are visible in the French vs.

English population. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The newcomers in Strathcona, they have a very different background in education and also in their salary,â&#x20AC;? said Langlois, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and they tend to send their kids [to] French immersion.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how much money the families that I work with make. But the impression I get in talking to them, just knowing their daily lives, they read a lot and they are university graduated. Not all of them, but at least half of them,â&#x20AC;? she said.

But overall itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a public school population that has steadily increased from just over five per cent to 8.5 per cent in the last decade.

When Langlois, who has been a French immersion teacher in B.C. for three years, worked at Laura Secord Elementary further east in Vancouver, the story was different. It was the first time she taught core French to kids in the English stream.

The Tyee interviewed a number of French immersion teachers and supporters about whether the program creates a two-tiered system. While there was no consensus, what is clear is that a districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enrolment process plays a significant role in whether a low-income student enrols in French

â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the latest years, Grade 5 and Grade 6, you could see the composition of the [non-immersion] program was mostly immigrants,â&#x20AC;? she said, and mostly boys.

Langlois assumed their parents were more concerned about their children mastering English, or werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t aware of

the benefits of knowing French in Canada.

Langlois added, however, that French immersion classrooms arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t much better off than the English classrooms at her school.

Although the federal government does provide about $7 million per year for B.C. immersion programs on top of the money the provincial government provides to all school districts, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go far. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because the French immersion classrooms were new everywhere I worked, they were empty. There was no books, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to access good French resources in B.C.,â&#x20AC;? she said, adding she knows some immersion teachers fundraise for school supplies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I was teaching Grade 7s, the same text book in French was twice as expensive as in English.â&#x20AC;?

Enrolment process: obsessive calls and stakeouts The enrolment process itself plays a role in whether a student enters French immersionâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and sometimes that process can privilege the well-off.

Glyn Lewis is a former French immersion student from Burnaby, and the executive director of Canadian Parents for French BC & Yukon, a parent-led French immersion advocacy organization. Not all parents possess the same knowledge of immersion, he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the barriers to participation.â&#x20AC;?

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a space issue: There are about 49,000 French immersion students in B.C., but another 1,000 donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get in every year because of waitlists or a lack of programs in their district.

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into immersion differs from district to district.

Kootenay Lake makes the best of a bad situation, according to Lewis, by holding a lottery for immersion spaces. Vancouver has parents register online, while Surrey opens a registration hotline, and some families hold “calling parties,” with friends and family each calling the number repeatedly until someone gets through.

Salmon Arm in the North Okanagan-Shuswap district saves seats for siblings of current French immersion students, and any left over space is filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Parents camp outside the school board office for days at a time to get their kids into the few available spots.

Lewis said any program that offers less space than the number of interested kids is unfair. But a system that requires parents to rely on family and social connections is even more restrictive.

“What if you are a single parent or you don’t have a grandparent in that community? Or you work and you can’t [camp out]?” he said.

The federal government notes school boards could work around barriers preventing kids from entering French immersion, from transportation and distance to schools, to low-income or loweducation backgrounds.

Lewis said other districts should be looking at how the Greater Victoria School District treats French immersion. The district has the highest immersion enrolment rate in the province, with 17.5 percent of students in immersion programs in the 2012/13 school year. There is no waitlist for entering early French immersion kindergarten in the fall.

Victoria superintendent Sherri Bell can’t explain what her district does differently from the rest of the province, although the catchments for English and French programs are often different.

“For some schools they draw from a number of neighbourhoods, and for others it’s just their own neighbourhood,” she said, adding she doesn’t see a difference in students’ socioeconomic backgrounds when comparing French and English streams.

Hard to retain quality teachers The availability of high-quality French immersion teachers is also an issue. Teachers must be highly proficient in both French and English, and possess extensive knowledge of French culture.

B.C. has to rely on out-of-province teachers because there isn’t enough immersion teacher training in the province, said Sophie Bergeron, head of the teachers’ union specialist association Provinciale des Professeurs de l’Immersion et du Programme-Francophone BC. “Before opening more classes, you have to see if you’ll be able to staff them,” she said, adding rural districts have a harder time attracting teachers to their schools.

B.C.’s Ministry of Education acknowledges the lack of training, and said in a written statement it needs to work with school districts, trustees, and teacher training programs “to ensure that B.C. has enough qualified teachers to meet this demand.”

Teacher layoffs, a yearly occurrence now that most districts are making cuts to keep budgets balanced, also keep immersion teachers away.

Although most teachers are rehired

by September, they aren’t eligible for employment insurance over the summer.

“Trying to attract teachers from out of the province is very difficult when they know that they’ll be laid off,” Bergeron said. “It’s putting us in a tough situation when you cannot offer continuing contracts.”

But she doesn’t see the two-tiered system or elitist elements in French immersion that many parents and teachers fear. “We do have high diversity in our classrooms: ability and diversity,” she said.

She adds income is only a barrier if kids are far away from a French immersion program. “If it requires driving them to the school, they need a car or some time to get them there before they get to work.”

Bergeron also blames districts for not wanting to pay for more classroom space to expand their immersion programs. Since the 2000-01 school year, just 41 schools adopted French immersion, increasing to 270 in total last year.

The ministry agrees, saying school boards decide if and how much money should go towards French immersion.

Province-wide education funding stands at $4.725 billion in annual operations grants to 60 districts.

That level hasn’t changed since 2012 and is slated to remain frozen into 2016/17. o

Katie Hyslop reports on education and youth issues for The Tyee Solutions Society.

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Canadian Immigration Integration Program excludes Latin America

By Valentina Ruiz Leotaud

Last month, Guidebook reported that a program called the Canadian Immigration Integration Program (CIIP) received a $1.9 million funding boost to help prospective immigrants make the transition to living in Canada.

Guidebook has learned the extra funding approved by Immigration Minister Chris Alexander is not meant to amplify the initiativeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reach. As a result, the service will not be provided in countries apart from ones where it is already in place.

According to Amanda Lannan, spokesperson for Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC), the money will simply allow current programs to continue. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The additional funds announced in March support the overall delivery of CIIP to extend ongoing CIIP services,â&#x20AC;? she said in an email statement.

The fact that the CIIP remains the same, at least until September 2014, means countries along the American continentâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the source of 17.4 per cent of new permanent residents in 2012â&#x20AC;&#x201D;will still be excluded. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In addition to a number of cities across China, India, the Philippines, and the United Kingdom, CIIP services may be delivered in various other countries as well: Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Finland, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nepal, Norway, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen,â&#x20AC;? reads the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s webpage.

How the new resources are distributed among the nations where the CIIP functions wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t explained, despite continued email correspondence with Lannan.

The information wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t available in the accountability section of the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s webpage, nor was it found in other databases explored by Guidebook.

How CIIP works In each country where CIIP services are accessible, soonto-be immigrants receive free pre-departure orientation.

The program is available to people coming to Canada on federal skilled worker visas and provincial nominees visas; CIIP also trains spouses and adult dependents.

The idea, Lannan said, is to help them â&#x20AC;&#x153;to be well on their way to success in Canada by providing information on foreign credential recognition, the Canadian labour market and settlement in Canada.â&#x20AC;? This support is provided in the final stages of their immigration process.

The program aims to reduce unemployment rates among immigrants. In 2013, 37.3 per cent of the people who emigrated to Canada within five years or less from the regions where CIIP operates (Europe, Africa and Asia) were unemployed. Thus, the government decided it is better to channel those individuals into the labour force before they set foot in the land of maple trees.

According to Lannan, people who enrolled in the CIIP have to comply with three different components.

The first commitment is a one-day workshop where participants are informed about: â&#x20AC;˘ job prospects by geographic areas and professional fields; â&#x20AC;˘ potential challenges and how to confront them; â&#x20AC;˘ job search strategies and tools; â&#x20AC;˘ types of jobs and how to retain those jobs; â&#x20AC;˘ and what agencies or services they can reach to in order to receive help.

The second component â&#x20AC;&#x153;involves personalized planning focused on key job and integration decisions, as well as actions to be taken before and after arrival in Canada,â&#x20AC;?

Lannan wrote.

Finally, the last component aims to connect migrants, via Internet, with CICâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s partner organizations like immigrant-serving agencies and colleges, as well as with potential employers.

Are you a newcomer to Canada who has completed the CIIP program? Let us know about your experience with this government service by emailing sarah@theguidebook.ca. o

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t blame foreign workers,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; says fast food employee Federal moratorium on restaurants hiring temporary workers makes many afraid theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be forced to go home.

By David P. Ball, TheTyee.ca

Program also suppresses Canadian wages: NDP Federal New Democrat employment critic Jinny Sims

told reporters her party doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t oppose the temporary foreign worker program itself, but said that the rules against abuse by employers need to be much more tightly enforced. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeing the program being used and abused to not only hurt very vulnerable temp foreign workers who arrive in this country,â&#x20AC;? she said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but also to suppress wages for those working in Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Canadian citizens, permanent residents and arrivals.â&#x20AC;?

Another worker who spoke out at the Multicultural Helping House is Glen Syping, who left a wife behind in the Philippines in 2009 to work at a Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restaurant in Saskatchewan, where his employer secured medical coverage for him and put him in a house with three other foreign workers.

But he said things went downhill when the franchise owner demanded he and his housemates relocate to another Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Brandon, Manitoba, where his health coverage was not valid. He was only legally allowed to work in the province the employer brought him to, but when he raised the issue with the boss he was told there was no choice. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ridiculous,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;New foreign workers donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t

become citizens here. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard for the workers here. They only have the chance to go back home, I guess.â&#x20AC;?

He was one of the lucky ones, having secured permanent resident status in 2012 and moving to B.C. But for many people, the promise of finding a path to citizenship is either labyrinthine to navigate, or non-existent.

The moratorium on restaurant work was supposed to stop restaurants from applying for Labour Market Opinions, which is how employers prove to the government there are no Canadians available to work with the skills needed for their jobs.

But for the 37-year-old business graduate, now one of many foreign workers toiling below their skill and training levels in fast food giants, she asked why the moratorium had to punish those who are already here, under already precarious conditions.

She doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what the next three months hold, once her current employment ends. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a taxpayer, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not cheating,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;How come they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow me to live here? Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m so upset.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m waiting for my new contract, but how can I survive for three months without work? I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s illegal.â&#x20AC;? o

Former temporary foreign worker Glen Syping (left) paid $3,000 to work at a Saskatchewan Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restaurant only to be suddenly shipped to another outlet in Manitoba. Dexter Datoc (right) had his future thrown into uncertainty after a moratorium was placed on restaurants using the program he was ready to work under.

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Temporary foreign workers are speaking out against Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sudden moratorium on restaurants hiring them and others in the program, which country-wide has more than tripled over the last decade to nearly 340,000 workers.

But with tearful stories about Canadian restaurant workers fired and replaced with foreign workers dominating the airwavesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and a C.D. Howe Institute report last week concluding that the program has ramped up B.C. unemployment by 4.8 per centâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a number of people who came to Canada under the program say they are not to blame for job losses here.

One 37-year-old fast food restaurant worker, who asked not to be named for fear of employment repercussions, said that for five years sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wired $500 back to her husband and two teenage children in the Philippines every month. But now that Conservative Employment Minister Jason Kenney has banned restaurants for applying for workers under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, she may have to pack up and go home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get my residency, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have to go back to the Philippines a failure. I feel like a failure in my life, even though I work so hard,â&#x20AC;? she said in an interview. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I never stop hoping to live in Canada, because I know Canada is a better place for my kids.â&#x20AC;?

At a press conference at Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Multicultural Helping House yesterday, the Business Administration graduate from Manilaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Far West University said before leaving the Philippines in 2008, she worked as a server in a high-end bar and grill that she couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford to eat at herself.

After working five years in a fast food chain, she has twice been denied permanent resident status and was similarly rejected when she applied for her husband under the program.

With her current restaurant contract ending this summer, a job offer a few months later will likely fall through if the moratorium continues, she said. Even though she has paid from day one into employment insurance, when she applied for her contributions to tide her over until her next job, she was rejected because she lacks residency status.

When she hears Canadian workers outraged over losing jobs to foreign workers, the mother of two hopes they see that the issue is with government policy.

Foreign workers, she said, are even more precarious because they are restricted in where they can work when they are here. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wish I could explain to them, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I understand you guys because you have a family too,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not our problem. Ask the government why this is happening, please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t blame foreign workers.â&#x20AC;?

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5 Tips To Make The Most Of The Fair: 1. Be there early if possible.

This is a free event, which means lots of people will be showing up. It also means that if you have a complicated situation that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to explain to a government official, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good idea to get there when theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still fresh and not annoyed and badgered from having answered the same question a dozen times.

Some exhibitors will also have jobs available on the day, so if you are looking for employment, bring along a copy of your rĂŠsumĂŠ and any other qualifications or documents that you feel may be necessary.

2. Have all your documents ready the night before.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come to the fair with some documents missing; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s better to have more and not need them than reach there and find out you missed a crucial paper. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a good idea to get photocopies of your important documents beforehand.

3. Take cash along.

A lot of the services that will be offered there will not be free, and there is a chance that the various service providers may not have debit or credit card machines. Have some cash on hand.

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4. Come prepared.

What: Vancouver Newcomers Fair When: Saturday and Sunday, May 24 and 25, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Where: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel, 1088 Burrard Street, Vancouver How much: Free if you pre-register on the site, $10 at the door

It is never easy to come to a new country and learn the ropes all over again. You may have a degree from a veritable university that is not recognised here, or you may want to brush up on your English language skills.

You may also just be confused about some immigration rules you read online.

Where do you go?

Newcomers Canada, an online resource, is bringing a newcomers fair on the 24 and 25 May for international students, newly landed or settled immigrants and corporate expats currently living in British Columbia.

The fair, which will be held in Vancouver for the first time, aims to provide services to help make transitioning to Canada as smooth as possible, so if you are lo oking for the opportunity to chat one-on-one with visa, employment, education and settlement experts, this fair will allow you to do exactly that.

Government officials will be available on hand for immigration seminars, visa eligibility and assessment clinics. IDP IELTS, the education sponsor for the event, will also be offering introductory IELTS classes. o

The dress code for the fair is smart casual, as there may be interviews conducted on the day.

So dress for comfort without looking too last-minute.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to be walking around the ballroom for quite a bit, so make sure youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re wearing comfortable clothes and shoes. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a good idea to take empty files and a backpack to stuff everything into, because youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be receiving a lot of promotional material, along with important papers you wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to get crumpled.

5. Have a game plan.

With lots of people teeming around various stalls, things can get really frantic. Fairs like these usually have a mock-up of what entities are located where.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a good idea to check the website before going in to see the exhibitor list. Be sure to make a note of the seminars times to make sure you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the ones that are most relevant to you. Prioritise whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important and attack strategically.

The fair, which is said to be the largest of its kind in Canada, will have showings in Calgary and Toronto after.

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Abeer Untapped: India Inc. Whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the line between cultural appreciation and exoticâ&#x201E;˘ marketing?

By Abeer Yusuf

The ad was pitching a new product from the coffee store, a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mumbai Orangeâ&#x20AC;? juice tea, displaying said juice with artfully laid out spices and ginger root. Although the ad made no claims of authenticity, I rolled my eyes at yet another attempt at exoticization.

Ever since Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come to Vancouver, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve realized things about my people that I never knew before. For example, I never knew that the right way of saying chai was chai tea.

As far as I know, chai IS tea.** Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d also not known that chai could come in the variation of a chai tea latte, or that tea could even be made as a latte.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve talked to many Vancouverites whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve asked me if a particular blend of chai latte tastes just as authentic as â&#x20AC;&#x153;back homeâ&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x201D;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the heart to tell them that what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re having is just a commercial machine marketing a product that fits an entire nation into a tea bag. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s frustrating to think that so many people probably think Indians drink

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why is it that patented yoga moves and star-anise flavoured tea are the rare elements of India Vancouverites understand?â&#x20AC;?

spiced tea all day, because while the statement of teaaddicted Indians may be true, the cinnamon, cardamom and cloves theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re consuming in tea only shows up in our food. If the same people were to travel around India, they would be hard-pressed to find a store that sells a chai tea latte with matcha infusions, unless it were a Starbucks.

Reaching new levels of absurdity, Oprah Winfrey launched her own blend of chai tea, which is â&#x20AC;&#x153;rich in cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and cloves, blended with black tea and rooibos.â&#x20AC;? Rooibos is a plant indigenous to South Africa, and I assure you, cannot be found in an Indian chai. According to Oprah, who came up with the line especially for Teavana, a subsidiary of Starbucks, â&#x20AC;&#x153;this is what tea should taste like.â&#x20AC;? It should also come as no surprise that this tea is trademarked.

In a video promoting the tea, Oprah also says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love spicy tea, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what chai really is.â&#x20AC;? India thanks you, Oprah.

After making a complete fool of herself at an Indian home and expressing shock at Indians eating with their hands (on her 2012 India tour), this step in tea entrepreneurship is sure to make up for past follies.

Tea-hawkers like Oprah arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the only culprits. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve

probably met more people that practise yoga in Vancouver than in Bombay. There are probably more kinds of yoga here than in the mountains of Himachal Pradeshâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and it boggles my mind.

Why is it that patented yoga moves and star anise-flavoured tea are the rare elements of India Vancouverites understand?

Perhaps it shows how little people in the developed north know and are willing to know about the people from a different world.

These examples miss Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cultural pluralities, and when they fall into the hands of corporations, the complexity is completely erased. So the next time you go out to your local artisan coffee shop, please keep in mind that adding cinnamon and cardamom to something and naming it after a metropolitan city doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make the thing authentic or exotic. **NOTE: Chai is the Hindi/Urdu word for tea, usually made with milk and black tea. In peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homes and upon special request at tea stalls, you can get ginger-infused chai or cardamom and ginger-infused chai, which is then called masala chai (spiced tea)â&#x20AC;&#x201D;though the commoner only drinks black tea boiled with milk and sugar. o

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I was walking along South Granville some time back, when I chanced upon a billboard outside a Blenz Coffee store.

The billboard caught my eye because it said â&#x20AC;&#x153;MUMBAI.â&#x20AC;?

As someone who identifies Bombay as home, I looked at it more closely.

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Science Without Borders

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT Luis Gustavo Bet, Ananda Codo FĂ vero, Lahiri Loradao Souza, Dean of Science Margaret Heldman, Renan Bitencourt Garrido

Massive exchange program brings Brazilian science and tech students to Vancouver.

program in the coming months, who will begin their university studies in September. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is an extraordinary initiative by the Brazilian government to bolster science and technology education amongst their student population,â&#x20AC;? says Heldman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a college, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thrilled to play a part of these efforts, and we will work to reinforce this international relationship and to support our visiting students in realizing their educational goals.â&#x20AC;? o FROM LEFT TO RIGHT Ananda Codo FĂ vero, Lahiri Loradao Souza, Renan Bitencourt Garrido, Luis Gustavo Bet, Matheus Peres do Mascimento, Kaline Raiana da Silva Carvalho

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As part of an ambitious new exchange program funded by the Brazilian government, Canada will welcome 12,000 science students at the undergraduate, doctoral and post-doctoral levels by 2015.

Called Science Without Borders, many of the Brazilian students will study right here in Vancouver for up to 18 months.

Nine international students from the Science Without Borders program started science and tech classes at Langara College earlier this month. They join 200 international students studying in Langaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s science programs.

Langaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dean of Science Marg Heldman says many of the current cohort are studying marine and environmental science. She says other program interests include information technology, chemistry, computer programming and engineering. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our first cohort arrived in October,â&#x20AC;? says Heldman. Langaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Science Without Borders students joined the college in 2013, but have been studying English as a Second Language in preparation for university-level study in a new language. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The scholarship has three components: English training, academic and internship.â&#x20AC;?

Four of the students have already embarked on a field study in Tofino, BC in April. As part of an environmental studies class, the students visited Pacific Rim National Park for five days. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Brazilians were very impressed,â&#x20AC;? says Heldman.

Science Without Borders aims to place 101,000 science, technology, engineering and mathematics students overseas by 2015. Many other schools across the Lower Mainland have partnered with Brazil on this program, including Douglas College, Vancouver Community College, University of the Fraser Valley and more.

Langara anticipates the arrival of 18 more students from the Science Without Borders

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Geeky Weekends May is full of snob opportunities! Record collectors will swap vinyl and top ten lists over the May long weekend, while comic nerds are planning a free get-together the following weekend.

By Sarah Berman

High Fidelity What: Main Street Vinyl Record Fair When: Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Where: The Cambrian Hall, 215 East 17th Avenue How much: $3 at the door Everybody knows at least one person who is a self-described â&#x20AC;&#x153;audiophile.â&#x20AC;? Chances are this same person is obsessed with the analog sounds of a vintage record player.

If you want to meet some of these people, come on down to Cambrian Hall over the May long weekend, to see record

snobs in their natural habitat. Lifelong collectors will buy, sell and trade new or used records all day Saturday and Sunday. Other vendors will sell turntables, audio gear and other listening essentials.

Over 40 independent record dealers will be featured, with different vendors each day. Local deejays Knights of the Turntable will be spinning records throughout the weekend.

Donations will also be collected to raise money for CiTR Radio 101.9FM, the Safe Amplification Site Society and Girls Rock Camp Vancouver. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We accept donations of vinyl records from the community year-round and provide these albums for sale at The Main Street Vinyl Record Fair either by donation or for very low prices,â&#x20AC;? explains the event Facebook page.

Draw Something What: Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Comic Arts Festival When: May 23 to 25, Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.,

Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Where: Roundhouse Community Arts Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews How much: Free The Vancouver Comic Arts Festival (VanCAF) is a weekendlong celebration of comics, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coming to town beginning Friday May 23. The festival features readings, panels, and workshops, culminating in a two-day exhibition for cartoonists from across the country and down the coast.

The goal of VanCAF is to appeal to both die-hard comics fans and newcomers alike. For this reason, admission to all events is completely free, and table costs for exhibitors are super low. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not so much concerned with making a profit as we are transforming Vancouver into a city of storytelling and comics,â&#x20AC;? explains the VanCAF website.

In its first year, the festival attracted 3,200 attendees with 92 exhibitors; in 2013, our attendance reached 5,000 with 122 exhibitors. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hoping this year will attract even more comic enthusiasts. o

#5 with a bullet: Customers browse the vinyl bins at Red Cat Records on Main Street.

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For those who identify as comic nerds and/or music snobs, Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got plenty of opportunity to show off your trivia steez. A two-day record swap will feature massive personal collections of rare vinyl. Meanwhile, the Vancouver Comic Arts Association is planning a weekend festival full of opportunities to draw, self-publish and appreciate comics.

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A scene from the opening film ‘Ashes and Diamonds’

Polandia Martin Scorsese presents ‘Masterpieces of Polish Cinema’ at the Cinematheque

By Sarah Berman What: Classic Polish films restored When: May 22 to June 3 Where: Pacific Cinematheque How much: $11 plus $3 membership The famous director Martin Scorsese has selected 21 Polish films he says were an inspiration and an influence on his work. The collection of classic films, which have been restored using state-of-theart technology, began touring the United States and Canada in February, and will arrive in Vancouver on May 22, 2014.

Polish cinema has never been showcased in North America on such a large scale, according to Scorsese’s website. The best in classic Polish film will be shown in over 30 cities.

Released thrugh Scorsese’s Film Foundation and Milestone Films, this essential series features brand-new restorations of classic films from some of Poland’s most accomplished and lauded filmmakers, spanning the period 1957 to 1987.

Opening night will begin on May 22, with a screening of Ashes and Diamonds by filmmaker Andrzej Wajda. The opening night is sponsored by the consulate general of Poland.

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Polish Films Curated by Mr. Scorsese himself, the series premiered at the Film Society of Lincoln Center in New York in February and is now travelling to select cities across North America. All films arebrilliantly re-mastered and newlysubtitled. Here are some of the titles: Ashes and Diamonds “The supreme achievement of postwar Polish cinema,” Wajda’s much-heralded film stars icon Zbigniew Cybulski as an existential anti-hero ordered to assassinate a communist official.

Camouflage In Zanussi’s 1977 triumph, an idealistic young professor and a cynical older colleague clash during a university summer camp.

Man of Iron Wajda’s 1981 Palme d’Or winner is a mix of history and drama chronicling the 1980

shipyard strike in Gdańsk that gave birth to Poland’s Solidarity movement.

death penalty in Poland.

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A young exorcist is sent to investigate demonic possession at a remote convent in Jerzy Kawalerowicz’s masterful, visuallysensational cult classic.

Tadeusz Konwicki’s unusual allegorical film is something of a Kafkaesque Western with Polish heartthrob Zbigniew Cybulski playing a mysterious hero who jumps off a train in a sleepy town.

A Short Film About Killing One of the great films of the 1980s, Kieślowski’s morally-troubling masterpiece was a sensation at Cannes and helped bring about a moratorium on the

Mother Joan of the Angels

Blind Chance Chance and fate loom large in Kieślowski’s metaphysical, humanist masterpiece in which a young medical student faces three possible destinies.

Eroica “A Heroic Symphony in Two Parts,” Andrzej

Munk’s excellent antiwar film took an unusual satirical approach to Poland’s recent WWII experiences.

The Illumination Winner of three awards at Locarno, Zanussi’s groundbreaking film chronicles a decade in the life of a young physics student whose faith in science is shaken by tragedy and affairs of the heart.

Pharaoh Jerzy Kawalerowicz’s Oscar-nominated historical epic about the rise of young (and fictional) Ramses XIII was billed as the “communist Cleopatra.”

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From the Front Pages Every week our editors scour the front pages of international newspapers to find headlines trending from around the world.

South Korean ferry’s missing still not found

breach in the ferry’s safety and capacity to hold as many passengers as it did.

The fate of the 28 missing on board South Korean ferry Sewol remains unknown a month after the ferry sunk near the southwest coast of the country.

Of the 476 people abroad, the death toll stands at 276 while 172 have been rescued, the latest operation of which took place on Tuesday afternoon.

The tragedy has unravelled many pieces of South Korean society, with scandals rocking the government, the most recent of which saw Prime Minister Jung Hong-won resign from his post.

Search-and-rescue operations have been repeatedly postponed owing to bad weather conditions as parents and families of those on board remain shell shocked.

The 6,825-ton ferry was mostly carrying high school teenagers who were on a high school excursion.

Scandal has fired the underbelly of the sinking. While the vice principal of the school in question committed suicide after being saved, many families of the victims have been found attempting to do the same.

As the trial for accountability in the ferry’s sinking begins, one of South Korea’s famous families, the Yoo family, have come under intense scrutiny. The Yoo family owned the ferry firm involved in the accident as details emerge of a serious

Via The Korea Times.

Indians brace for change ahead of elections As the world’s most populous democracy heads into elections, many Indians are bracing themselves for a new government.

The forerunners in the race, Rahul Gandhi of the Congress party and Narendra Modi of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), are locked in the final stages of the elections as results will be announced today (May 16).

While mainstream news media outlets are all expecting Narendra Modi to become India’s 14th prime minister, many factions believe that Congress will retain a stronghold over many major cities.

It is widely believed that most minority votes, such as those of the Muslims, will go to either the Congress or the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). India is known for its identity politics, which has taken a strong lead in elections this year.

Narendra Modi’s track record is one that both appeases to the ruling elite classes and middle classes yet makes many sections of Indian society balk. Former Chief Minister of Gujarat, Modi revitalised the state and is hailed as the one who gave Gujarat a new breath of life. Gujarat’s economy has

undeniably done exceedingly well under Modi’s run. At the same time, Modi-who aligns with the BJP, a Hindu nationalist party-is largely believed to have had a hand in sectarian violence that killed more than a 1,000 people in 2002, despite not being convicted. Those that root for Modi believe him to be the good news India needs for the firm belief that he can do for India’s economy and development what he did for Gujarat.

World leaders however, will be in a sticky position because of his condemnable human rights record, which has followed Modi like a dark shadow. The US for example, will be particularly troubled because it has denied Modi a US visa for quite some time, but should he become Prime Minister, will be forced to rethink its decision.

Rahul Gandhi on the other hand, has been besieged from day one as not taking as active a stance in the elections as Modi has. A family member of India’s most popular political dynasty, Gandhi has been quietly campaigning all over India, though attracting a lot of criticism for having poor, unimpressive persona. Gandhi has been seen making incorrect statements and bungling interviews and altogether reluctant to be forced into the spotlight. He attracts a lot more criticism too because the current government in power happens to be his own party, the Congress. The grandson of India’s first female prime minister, Indira Gandhi and the son of Rajiv Gandhi, his family has

the political legacy against which Gandhi is constantly pitted. Popular among the secular voters, moderates and minorities, Gandhi’s mild personality and lack of human rights violation is seen as the lesser of two evils in this election.

While businesses are waiting with bated breath to see the impact of the elections, many Indians are tense to see who will be in charge of India’s future for the next five years.

Via CNN-IBN.

Turkish mining disaster kills hundreds At least 238 have been killed and 184 are still missing in a Turkish mining accident that took place in the Soma district south of Istanbul.

The miners died in a fire which broke out when a power distribution unit exploded on Tuesday afternoon, trapping some as deep as 1377 feet underground. Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced the latest casualty figures this afternoon as he visited the mine instead of a making a planned visit to Albania.

If the death toll climbs higher, the disaster may become Turkey’s worst ever mining accident.

A total of 787 people were inside the mine at the time of the explosion, according

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Via Vice News.

South Yemen wants to secede Earlier this month, thousands of members of the Peaceful Southern Movement gathered in Aden and Mukala, Yemen to mark the 20th anniversary of the civil war. The political group announced its refusal of Yemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new federation system, and called instead for independence from the north according to the Middle East Monitor.

The movement is headed by Hassan Baâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oum. They raised the flag of the state of north Yemen and other posters calling for â&#x20AC;&#x153;liberation and independence.â&#x20AC;?

South and north Yemen united in 1990.

However, a number of separatists from the south have called for separation again.

Ousted president Ali Abdullah Saleh cracked down on calls to split the country and maintained unity.

Yemenis in the south have complained about being marginalised by the government.

They did not take part in the national dialogue which decided to turn the country into a federation consisted of six regions.

Via the Middle East Monitor.

School girls in Nigeria abducted

by Boko Haram

Coffee crops are collapsing in Guatemala A fungus sweeping across Central America is destroying coffee crops and causing exports to plunge, The New York Times reported.

The â&#x20AC;&#x153;coffee rustâ&#x20AC;? fungus, also called la roya, has been thriving in recent years because of climate change, experts say.

Higher temperatures across Central America have allowed the fungus to grow at higher altitudes.

So far fungicide sprays have not worked.

About 40 percent of Guatemalaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2013-2014 crop could be lost to the fungus. Guatemalaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coffee harvest shrank 15 percent last year, according to The Times.

The Times details how the coffee rust has affected local economies in Central America as big farmers hire fewer workers to pick ripe coffee cherries, small farmers go into debt, merchants sell less, kids drop out of school to work for their parents, and landless migrant workers are paid even less. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you frame this in terms of everyone that is connected to the economics of coffee, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very serious problem,â&#x20AC;? Roberto de Michele, a specialist at the Inter-American Development Bank who is based in Guatemala City, told The Times.

Via the New York Times.

Venezuelan protests spark human rights abuse claims

Boko Haram, a terrorist organization that operates mostly in Nigeria, has sparked international outrage after kidnapping more than 300 schoolgirls last month. 276 remain in captivity according to PolicyMic. Members of the group have justified their insurgency in Nigeria using religion and Jihad, which has been picked up by Western media. In an earlier video released by the group, Boko Haramâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leader, Abubakar Shekau, threatens to sell off the schoolgirls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I abducted your girls,â&#x20AC;? he says in the clip. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I will sell them in the market, by Allah. I will sell them off and marry them off.â&#x20AC;?

The situation has been framed as a division between the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Muslim North, where Boko Haram operates, and the Christian South.

However PolicyMic reports that many of Boko Haramâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s victims are Muslim civilians and even Muslim clerics. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estimated that Boko Haram has killed close to 4,000 people since 2009. Boko Haramâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s terror campaigns in the North pave the way for displacement, with more than 300,000 people displaced since 2013, most of them Muslim.

A PolicyMic report suggests the abduction was sparked by colonial history and the terrorist groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hatred of the West moreso than a â&#x20AC;&#x153;holy warâ&#x20AC;? as framed in Western media.

Venezuelaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s protests, which have gripped the country for most of this year, began in a university town over a sexual assault case and have since ballooned into a larger outcry against the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rampant crime and crippled economy. Clashes between police and protesters have sparked claims of unlawful force on both sides. 3,062 people, among them 196 under age kids, have been arrested. Of those, 325 remain un jail. Deaths by now amount to 42. 800 have been injured.

The countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s political right has consistently railed against the government of NicolĂĄs Maduro and his predecessor Hugo ChĂĄvez, however, experts argue the current unrest is much broader, tapping a wide swath of political frustrations. Inflation in a country that imports most consumer goods has meant empty shelves in markets and a shortage of necessities like toilet paper and grains. Unchecked violent crime has further degraded confidence in the government.

Human Rights Watch has compiled testimony of abuses since the protests began on February 12, 2014. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In 45 cases, we found strong evidence of serious human rights violations committed by Venezuelan security forces,â&#x20AC;? reads the report, in part. This included â&#x20AC;&#x153;violations of the right to life; the prohibition on torture and cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment; the rights to bodily integrity, security and liberty; and due process rights.â&#x20AC;?

Via PolicyMic.

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to Turkish Energy Minister Taner Yildiz. Six more workers were pulled out this morning, but Yildiz was not optimistic about finding many more alive.

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At the beginning, she felt she wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fast enough but she overcame her frustration and moved forward. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Then, for example, I was helping to put custard inside cream puffs, and I also had to put the icing on top and decorate the plate.â&#x20AC;?

Artisan Baking Vancouver Community College Country: China When she turned 18 years old, Catrina Ji was certain she wanted to take a business major at Simon Fraser University. She moved to Vancouver by herself and started her career in 2011. But things were not easy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most Chinese students are good in mathematics but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m different and I decided to quit it after one year,â&#x20AC;? she admitted.

After making that big decision, Ji tried to join a hospital facilities management program but it was already full. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So I overheard that Vancouver Community College was opening their second baking course for international students and I thought I could do that first and then do the hospital thing, but when I took the first class I felt like: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Whoa!

I like this!â&#x20AC;?

After spending one year mastering sourdough, Asian buns, and Cornish pasty, the now 21-year-old closed her studies with style: She got an internship at the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I went to an interview with their pastry chef. It was a Friday and the next Monday I was there,â&#x20AC;? she said proudly.

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For one month, she was able to showcase what she had learned at VCC by rotating through the kitchenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s four pastry stations.

That internship, which was a requirement for graduating, inspired her to continue with her studies. Not even a month after becoming a certified baker, in April she enrolled in a new course. This time she is focusing on pastries, a field where she feels she can explode her creativity even more.

Once she finishes this second program in August, she plans to work in Vancouver for a couple of years. She wants to keep learning and she feels more comfortable doing that in Canada. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because here we treat teachers and older people like friends, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easier to communicate,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Once Catrina accomplishes her goals here, she wants to go back to her hometown to pursue her biggest dream. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to open my own cafĂŠ. I would try in China first because Canadian dollars are more expensive and in China, even if the competition is tough, you have a lot of chance to do new things because they have a lot of people. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If I get successful in China and make money by myself, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll come back to Canada,â&#x20AC;? she added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the plan.â&#x20AC;?

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This was Abreuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first university experience and even though he feels prepared now, it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like that at first. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I arrived, I thought I knew more than I actually did. Most of my classmates had been working with audio for years and I felt a little behind. However once I had completed half of the program, I was able to work shoulder to shoulder with them without causing any delays.â&#x20AC;?

Heraldo Abreu Sound Design for Visual Media Vancouver Film School Country: Venezuela

Heraldo got a little help from his friends and that circumstance was another aspect of the program that this Venezuelan boy really enjoyed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not only I got to share with Mexican, Brazilian, Spanish, Polish, Icelandic, Chinese, Italian, and English peers, but I was also able to collaborate, in different projects, with students from the 3D, animation, film production, and game design courses,â&#x20AC;? he said.

After just one year of studying intensively to become a sound designer for movies, TV shows and videogames, Heraldo Abreu can now breathe easy.

For 12 months, he had to keep his eyes on the books and the computer screen.

Now he feels ready to face the real professional world. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This program comprises, in one year, everything you are supposed to learn in four years. I really

Those collective processes turned out to be a huge learning experience for the 19-year-old. It felt very different from what he was used to and it surely helped him to fall more in love with his career. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I got to learn things about audio that I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know about and it was great to have that sense of connectedness with a group of people who are always talking about the same things.â&#x20AC;?

Aiming to keep that kind of connection, Abreu is now helping younger students with final projects. But he isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stopping there; heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also working in a feature film called A Legacy of Whining and just finished working on another film called CANDiLAND, where Gary Busey (Lethal Weapon) is one of the leading stars.

Even though working in movies is not a stable job, he expects to keep doing it in Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flourishing industry. He wants to gather enough money to continue his education, because in the future he would like to explore the field of studio recording.

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At the same time, she learned a whole bunch of new things. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I went there, the hotel was hosting the TED event and the chef took me to the chocolate station. He taught me how to temper it and we made trophies out of chocolate.

I helped putting the different parts together. We made like 250 or 300.â&#x20AC;?

wanted that because, afterwards, I was going to be able to go out and gain more experience in the field. In addition to that, I really liked the fact that it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t focus just on the theory and that it provided the practical tools that I needed to master when I decided to look for a job,â&#x20AC;? Abreu said.

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Ga Young Sin Hospitality and Tourism Management Sprott Shaw College Country: South Korea Ga Young Sin completed her two-year study of hospitality management on May 10, and will celebrate her graduation from Sprott Shaw College on May 22. Looking back at her time as an international student in Vancouver, Sin says she got the first-hand experience needed to break into the local hotel scene. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In co-op we actually experience the hotel industry,â&#x20AC;? says Sin of her time working in the back offices of Time Square Suites in the

West End. Not just limited to the management side of the equation, Sin learned about every aspect of hospitalityâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;from the kitchen to the accountantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I studied the other departments so I can understand more about how the hotel works,â&#x20AC;? Sin says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I learned I had interest in accounting.â&#x20AC;?

Sin says she appreciates Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s laid back atmosphere and cultural understanding. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Korea we have to do everything fastâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;no one will wait for you,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was surprised by the endurance and patience Vancouverites have for us who are learning the culture and language.â&#x20AC;?

Now that her courses are completed, Sin is focusing her attention on applying to jobs in her field. She wants to continue working on her English so that she can greet guests face-to-face. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to move on, I want to deal with the guests in the front of the house.â&#x20AC;?

To international students who are learning English while they study, Sin says keep pushing, even when it seems hard: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would like to encourage them to keep going, even if their English is poorâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;keep on trying and they will get opportunity like me to work in Canadian industry.â&#x20AC;?

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Sophie Wang Sauder School of Business MBA University of British Columbia Country: China When Sophie Wang first visited Vancouver in 2012 on a holiday, she thought she was in a movie. She fell in love with the pace of the city and its harmonious mix of nature and civilisation.

Returning to Macau where she was working at the time, Wang, 28, considered applying for graduate school in Vancouver. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when she found the perfect fit with the UBC Sauder Business School, where she is completing a Masters in Business Administration.

Wang admits that while she loves the city, her intensive course took some effort getting used to. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have four compulsory courses running concurrently at all times [and] we also have group projects so it forces me to work with people Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not familiar with. Also, just being in North America, the business culture is quite differentâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; professors encourage you to be really assertive, I find thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really different from the business culture in Asia, so culture shock was the first obstacle,â&#x20AC;? says Wang.

A graduate of the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Aerodynamics, Wang found some considerable differences in the classroom culture here.

For example, â&#x20AC;&#x153;in Asia, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have conflicts with your colleagues or your boss. If you have confront your boss, then that basically means the end of your career at that company. But here people are encouraged to voice different

Wang has learnt many things, but the most memorable lesson from her time at UBC has been â&#x20AC;&#x153;to be confident with who I am and with my background, and the values that I represent,â&#x20AC;? adding that â&#x20AC;&#x153;at first it was really challenging for me to voice my opinions in front of everyone, I found that really intimidating. But the more I expressed myself, even though [it may be] different from what others may think, I found that people were more willing to communicate with me after class and I gained respect from my teammates by engaging myself in all kinds of projects, so that built my confidence.â&#x20AC;?

Wang is quite keen on using her skill set as an MBA student and an English interpretation degree to get a job in supply chain project management in Vancouver. While willing to relocate and aware of how competitive her ideal job is, she wants to stay put because of her love for the cityscape.

A native of Wuhan, China, Wangâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love for the city comes from the abundant nature she sees while living on campus. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really enjoy being able to wander in forests. I was running with some residents at St. Johns College from the [UBC] botanical garden to Wreck Beach, it was really misty and some ducks were swimming, there was moss and wood, it [felt] like I was in a dream.â&#x20AC;?

Dreams aside, Wangâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chinese and Canadian experiences have made her realise that both countries could do with a bit of the othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; values.

Canadians could do with being a bit more humble says Wang, adding that â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chinese people are really considerate of what you may feel so sometimes we try not to offend people.â&#x20AC;? And what can the Chinese learn from Canadians? Without skipping a beat, Wang says â&#x20AC;&#x153;democracy and a respect for different values.â&#x20AC;?

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Anum Sultan Event Management Art Institute of Vancouver Country: Pakistan â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Pakistan, events only mean marriages,â&#x20AC;? says Anum Sultan, a 23-year old Pakistani student pursuing her diploma in event management from the Art Institute in Vancouver.

Sultan, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be graduating in December, is keen on staying back in Vancouver for precisely this reasonâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;she wants to become an event planner for meetings and conferences, but is aware that Islamabadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s social scene hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t quite evolved yet to create that demand.

Sultan came to Canada to complete her bachelors in marketing, which she had begun in Pakistan, and transferred her credits to the Thompson Rivers University.

But while living in Kamloops she found a new love: event management. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I participated in organizing cultural events, fundraisers, festivalsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;I was involved in the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s UNICEF chapter, the student councilâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;there would be two to three events every month, so I tried to manage as many as I could while juggling my studies at the same time.â&#x20AC;?

Sultan says she fell in love the first event she helped manage a launch party for the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pakistani student club. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had a really limited budget, like $250, but we had a great event and the turnout was good. There were a lot of people and they loved it, people were talking about it the next day on Facebook and it even caught the mediaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention.â&#x20AC;?

It got Sultan thinking, and she began looking at event management seriouslyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; moving in the process to Vancouver to begin her diploma in the field. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love everything about my course. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not only books, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to learn and mug everything up, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quite practical and hands on, and the teachers are all business professionals from the industry, so they share their experiences and take us to their events.â&#x20AC;?

Prior to coming to Canada, Sultan had no idea she would end up wanting a career in event management, but says that she cannot think of wanting to do anything else now. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been doing a lot of volunteer work and unpaid jobs, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been putting out my CVs to wedding planners and event management companies, so Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m really hoping I can get a job soon.â&#x20AC;?

Sultan knows that it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be easy to break into an industry that relies extensively on social contacts and networking but is prepared to put in all the hard work. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m doing something that I love well, people will hear about it and I know Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll break into the industry.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Abeer Yusuf o

Lisa Deng Accounting Diploma Langara College Country: China Lisa Deng says much of what sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s learned in Vancouver happened outside the classroom. In her four years living in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;first studying English as a Second Language and then beginning a two-year accounting programâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Deng transitioned from homestays to living on her own. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve found my personality has become stronger,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the beginning I was just a little kidâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d never lived away from my parents before. Now I know how to cook for myself and live independently.â&#x20AC;?

Deng was drawn to Langaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accounting diploma because it was shorter than a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree, and it pointed to a business career thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always in demand. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I chose accounting because in the beginning, I [thought] accounting was the most interesting among the business subjects.â&#x20AC;?

In her years at Langara, Deng has volunteered her time at the international education office, helping other international students find their way. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very proud of volunteering thereâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;I have been since the first time I joined the general courses,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have met lots of students, and really like to share my experience.â&#x20AC;?

Dengâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advice to international students is to find a place like Langaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s international education office and ask lots of questions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Go there, enjoy more activities there, and ask questions to them and the volunteers.â&#x20AC;?

While looking for job experience as a bookkeeper, Deng began working offcampus as a sales associate at an optical store. Now that sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s completed her education, Deng plans to apply as an immigrant and permanent resident. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am lucky that I have work to be a selfprovider,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sarah Berman o

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So set is Sharma in distinguishing himself that his long-term plan include getting his Series 79 license, a US-based investment banking certification which is recognised the world over, getting into an MBA school and working on the side.

Abhinav Sharma Bachelor of Commerce University of British Columbia Country: India

Abhinav Sharmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s problem is one that is true for every newly minted graduateâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;what do I do next?

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Having lived in downtown Vancouver for two years, Jang has come to appreciate Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stunning scenery. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vancouver has a very good harmony with nature, we even have beaches downtown,â&#x20AC;? says Jang. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Korea, there are many buildings, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too noisy.â&#x20AC;?

Hyo June Jang, known to fellow students as Jun, already worked in the hotel industry before he came to Vancouver to study. Jang brings his experience working kitchens in Seoul to a hands-on co-op position preparing pastas and quinoa salads at Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Georgia Hotel.

Jang says the major difference between working as a line cook in Korea and Canada is, of course, the language. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I came here I was nervous because English is not my first language,â&#x20AC;? he recalls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But to those who come here, I say just relax and focus on your studies: you will be a success.â&#x20AC;?

Now that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s completed his studies and co-op placement, Jang is ready to dive into the workforce. When looking for jobs, Jang considers the experience he will get at both big and small hotels. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At a big hotel, working is often just one thingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;for example itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just making a salad or prepping something over and over,â&#x20AC;? he explains. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s small hotel I have lots of experience, making lots of different

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really weird, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re suddenly done with school, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a set rigid schedule to follow, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have classes to go to anymore, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have projects or deadlines that pin you down schedule wise, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sort of like Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just floating in air,â&#x20AC;? says the 21-year old from India. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what to do.â&#x20AC;?

Sharma, who will receive his bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in commerce on May 26, has therefore done what any like-minded student would doâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;go back to studying. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Even though I might not want to study, I just sort of would like to keep studying more, because thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the rhythm Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been in for the past 18 years of my life.â&#x20AC;?

Sharma will take his financial risk management certification exam (FRM) and chartered financial analyst (CFA) exam which take place in November and December respectively. Sharmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life in his own words is currently penduluming between extremes: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just doing a mixture of extreme hang outs with friends, where you just go partying and all that, and then the next day sometimes Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just studying for 8-9 hours for some exam. There are certain exams I havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even signed up for [but] Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m studying for.â&#x20AC;?

Sharma sees syllabuses and exams in his distant future too, with reason, as Sharma feels the need

Sharma, who has specialised in finance and is keen on entering the banking sector, has already received offers from HSBC, RBC and CIBC, but is holding out for a Vancouver-based position.

Sharmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s addiction to the city derives from the comfort factor it has given his rather gypsy-like upbringing. A child of Indian diplomats, Sharma has been on the move from the time he was born in Hungary. The list of countries he has lived in would make Vasco da Gama proud, having spent three years each in Hungary, Sri Lanka, India, Toronto in Canada, Bangladesh and China. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the only time Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve lived in a place for more than three years so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to finally feel likeâ&#x20AC;Ś not settled, but relatively settled compared to the other countries Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been to for a relatively shorter period of time.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also the weather.â&#x20AC;? He even

professes to like the rain so many Vancouverites sigh over, adding that â&#x20AC;&#x153;BC is so beautiful because of the rain, because thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of nourishment that the plants and trees get,â&#x20AC;? he says.

A jolly person by nature, Vancouver has also been home ground for a unique reason for Sharma. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because Vancouver is such an international hub, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve actually met a lot of people from different countries Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been to in one place. So Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve met many of my friends from my time in Beijing, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve met many from Dhaka, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve connected with friends from Toronto, Sri Lanka over hereâ&#x20AC;Ś theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re here now. The different pieces of my memories that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had, have come together here in Vancouver.â&#x20AC;?

Ultimately, Sharma wants to stay back because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the place he sees the most of his own multicultural upbringing reflectedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vancouver in a general sense is a miniworld. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been to China, Sri Lanka, Hungary; in Bangladesh, as great as a place it is, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not going to find many people from China, Hungary, Sri Lanka in Dhaka. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the best thing about Vancouver, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the only place thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accommodated that aspect of my life and because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so integrating it allows me to enjoy that part of my life a lot. I know itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a clichĂŠ to say that, but I genuinely feel that way.â&#x20AC;?

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to set himself apart from others. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thousands of people have a Bachelors degree in finance, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a matter of distinguishing yourself from the others, so thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what these certifications do,â&#x20AC;? he says.

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The FIFA World Cup 2010 saw Luis Suarez stamp his insuperable claim on â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;the hand of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;this World Cup may see him pulling up his socks and revealing the divine foot at the world stage.

With Angel Di MarĂ­a, Sergio Aguero and Ezequiel Lavezzi all in the form of their lives and with the prospect of inform Gonzalo Higuain and Carlos Tevez being called up to boot, this may be Messiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s year to take the World Cup by storm.

Cristiano â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;CR7â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ronaldo (Portugal) He most recently ended his half a decade long wait to win the prestigious FIFA World Player of the Year (Ballon dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Or) award. Having scored 50 goals across all competitions, Cristiano Ronaldo is the highest goal scorer of the season overall and is peaking just in time for his third World Cup appearance. Ronaldo has never seen past the round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup and this World Cup most likely see the 29 year old deliver a fiery campaign to lift his team to a successful showing at the world stage.

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He may be a bit too much to â&#x20AC;&#x153;handleâ&#x20AC;? for a nation of forever-heartbroken Ghanaian fans. But the cheeky El Pistolero of old â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;bitesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; the dust now as one is compelled to come to terms with the sheer breathtaking coming of age for Luis Suarez.

There is no doubt that Diego Costa is one of the most exciting up-and-coming players whose recent golden run of form for Atletico de Madrid has played an integral role in the team becoming a surprise La Ligaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s title contender in a league that has traditionally been a two horse race.

The 25-year-old â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rojiblancoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; forward has scored 37 goals across all competitions this season, including 8 goals in the UEFA Championâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s league. Having recently joined the Spanish national team, Costa will be supported by the best play makers of the previous World Cup, Xavi HernĂĄndez and Andres Iniesta while playing alongside his club strike partner and wizard extraordinaire, David Villa.

On August 1, 2011 Henrique scored the 200th goal in the history of the FIFA U-20 World Cup. One week later he scored two vital goals during the closing minutes of the Brazil-Mexico U-20 World Cup Semi-Final match, guiding his team into the final.

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TeĂłfilo GutiĂŠrrez (Colombia) A cult figure in his home country, GutiĂŠrrez looks to add to his 11 international goals at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s World Cup, starting with the group matches against Greece, Ivory Coast and Asian champions Japan.

With his playing style compared to Dutch legend Marco van Basten, IbrahimoviÄ&#x2021; is regarded to be one of the best footballers of his generation. His spectacular bicycle kick for Sweden against England won the 2013 FIFA PuskĂĄs Award for Goal of the Year.

Son Heung-Min (South Korea) Son is known as a versatile attacker due to his ability to use both feet equally well. Sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s explosive pace, dribbling abilities, composure in front of goal, and hard-working nature put him on our radar.

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With a treble for Real Madrid not too far-fetched a prospect for Ronaldo at this point in time, the lean mean show stopping Golazo machine would be looking to carry this momentum into the FIFA World Cup finals.

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With Robben and Ribery both coming of age, FIFA World Cup 2014 will present the last realistic opportunity for the two legends of the game to receive a triumphant send off at the world stage. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know about you, but this writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hoping for an Oranje vs Les Blues final with bated breath!

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Some dub him â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;La Pulga AtĂłmicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; (The Atomic Flea) while others affectionately call him â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Messidonaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; as a tribute to their favorite Argentinian maestro of yesteryears whom Messi takes after. All we know is that Leo is undoubtedly one of the best football players the world has ever seen. His trophy cabinet exhibits every footballing accolade under the sun and yet, The Atomic Flea has never seen past the quarter finals of the world cup. An injury prone yet prolific season saw Messi net 41 goals across all competitions and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more yet to come.

Luis â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;El Pistoleroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; (Uruguay)

sets Les Bleus up for repaying the unbridled support of their fans this time around with tangible results.

with 30 goals to his name. With the experience and finesse of Diego ForlĂĄn on one side and the incisive finishing of Edinson Cavani on the other, Luis Suarez has resources aplenty to replicate a strike partnership reminiscent of his prolific link up with Daniel Sturridge at Liverpool.

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ELJ#VFUHHQV# Brazil’s FIFA World Cup is less than a month away. Do you know where to watch?

As an international student or newcomer to Canada, nobody will blame you for skipping the Stanley Cup hockey playoffs. However, finding a restaurant or sports bar that will show the sports you actually want to see can sometimes be a challenge.

Next month, Brazil will host the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament for the first time since 1950. The national teams of 31 countries have advanced through qualification competitions. A total of 64 matches will be played in twelve cities across Brazil. Spain is the defending champion, having defeated the Netherlands 1–0 in the 2010 World Cup final in South Africa.

If you’re as excited as we are, you’re already making plans to cheer on your home country next to your friends and family. Here’s a look at where to watch, whether you’re cheering for Brazil, Italy, Portugal, South Korea or Iran.

FRPPHUFLDO#GULYH With more big screen venues than any other street in the city, Commercial Drive is one of the best places to watch World Cup action. Portuguese and Italian communities make this area a lively spot for fans to hang out.

Vancouver (604) 251-2042 The Charletan 1447 Commercial Drive, Vancouver BC Libra room 1608 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC (604) 255-3787 Caffé Napoli 1670 Commercial Drive, Vancouver BC

Boteco - Guidebook’s pick for Brazilian fans (604) 566-9028 2545 Nanaimo St, Vancouver BC

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Boteco is the unofficially official Brazil House in Vancouver. With a projector and several big screens, Boteco is known to show inner-city football games— not just the international ones.

It may not rival the hustle and bustle of Rio or Sao Paulo, but downtown Vancouver is home to several FIFA-friendly establishments. For a central viewing experience, check out these bars.

Abruzzo Cappuccino Bar - Guidebook’s pick for Italian fans 1321 Commercial Drive, Vancouver BC (604) 254-2641

The Pint - Official Brazilian House 455 Abbott Street, Vancouver BC (604) 684-0258

Portuguese Club Of Vancouver - Official Portuguese House 1144 Commercial Drive,

Doolin’s - Guidebook’s pick for Irish fans 654 Nelson Street, Vancouver BC

Vancouver (604) 298-5825

Panadería Latina Bakery - Guidebook’s La Casita - Guidebook’s pick for Chilean fans pick for Mexican fans 4906 Joyce Street, 101 West Cordova Street, Vancouver BC Vancouver BC Caffe Mondiale Butcher and the Bullock 3722 Hastings Street, 911 West Pender Street Burnaby BC Vancouver BC (604) 662-8866 PHWUR#YDQFRXYHU Dover Arms Pub 961 Denman Street, Vancouver BC Library Square Pub 300 West Georgia Street, Vancouver BC (604) 633-9644

For those residing east of Boundary, these local haunts will be showing FIFA World Cup games all month.

The London Pub Official English House 700 Main Street, Vancouver BC Oscar’s Pub 604-563-5053 3684 East Hastings Street,

Polish Community Centre - Official Polish House 4015 Fraser Street, Vancouver BC (604) 874-8620 German Cultural Centre - Official German House 4875 Victoria Drive

Manchester Public House - Guidebook’s pick for Dutch fans From Marine Drive to the North Shore, from Dunbar 1941 West Broadway, to Surrey, we’ve scouted out Vancouver BC neighbourhood viewing for Two Lions Public House you and your team.

2601 Westview Drive, North Vancouver BC South Hall Palace -

Official Korean House 8273 Ross Street, Soho Bar & Grill Vancouver BC, near South 1184 Denman St, Vancouver Marine Drive BC

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Pumphouse Pub 6031 Blundell Road, Richmond BC (604) 274-7424

Urban Gate Guidebook’s pick for Iranian fans 1158C High Street, Coquitlam BC

Sin Bin Sports Grill 295 W 2nd Avenue, Vancouver BC (604) 677-3515

The Delta Lion Pub - Guidebook pick for Australian fans 11186 84th Ave, North Delta BC

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BY THE RIVER III â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Robots by the Riverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is a short story from Doretta Lauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new book How Does A Single Blade of Grass Thank the Sun? courtesy of Nightwood Editions. This is part three of three.

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December and January seemed a blur of frost and discontent.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Is this because of that guy?â&#x20AC;? he asked. His tone of voice was aggressive.

like listening. Our conversation was about to go in circles.

Rather than make the trip to Kelowna to visit my motherâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;who was living alone for the first time in her adult lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;I stayed in Vancouver to earn double pay during the statutory holidays. Saving money had become a habit, despite the fact I no longer wished to travel. I had not yet developed a taste for expensive things, so my bank account continued to grow at a steady pace.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;What guy?â&#x20AC;? I asked, mystified.

I hung up the phone.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kara said you went to her housewarming party with some guy named Oliver Andrews.â&#x20AC;?

On Boxing Day, the temperature dropped to four below, and I stayed at work after my shift ended at a temporary retail job to enjoy the free heat and to avoid telephone calls at my apartment.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;My upstairs neighbour. You know, the tall Korean dude. He drove me home.â&#x20AC;?

I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go to sleep immediately. I lit a cigarette and flipped through Exclaim! until I reached filmmaker Bruce LaBruceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s audacious column, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Blab,â&#x20AC;? which I anticipated every month like a small child on Christmas morning. For this particular instalment, he related his adventures with his boyfriend, known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Muslim,â&#x20AC;? at a fairground and at his parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; house during Thanksgiving. As I read about their month of cotton candy, ecstasy, family and fortune cookies, I knew that I yearned for Yoichi, but I was too stubborn to call him back and admit that maybe I was wrong to stay in Vancouver.

To my surprise, Yoichi was angry when I told him I would not join him in London.

I had assumed he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really miss me all that muchâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;I was mistaken. He told me that he would come back to Vancouver in June with the intention of staying for three months before returning to school and he asked me what I thought about that. I said I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sure, and that I needed time to consider this new development.

I sighed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go together. I saw him there.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;She said you left with him. Who is he?â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember him.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;This isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t about him. I made the decision to stay in Vancouver for myself.â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The same things you do now, only with me.â&#x20AC;?

The guitar lessons with Oliver went better than expected; I was rhythmically challenged and tone-deaf, though knowing this never stopped me from hogging the microphone at karaoke. Somehow, likely because he was a patient and forgiving teacher, I was able to master basic chords.

Yoichi continued to talk, but I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I can start my own punk band now!â&#x20AC;? I

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you want to come to London?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;What would I do there?â&#x20AC;?

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the future as I was. Technology did little to mitigate our fears and our desires, especially after the violence of 9/11.

Once we grew tired of looking at art, we emerged from the gallery onto the street. It was already dark out, but there was enough light for me to see One day after a lesson, we were sitting that upon the steps just outside the in my apartment listening to the Frog building, Natalie was sitting with a guy Eyes album The Bloody Hand, which (I recognized him from a local band, we were obsessed with at the time. We but I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t recall which one). She scanned the listings in The Georgia had not noticed either of us, but Oliver Straight to figure out what we wanted gazed over and she looked up and there to do that afternoon, vetoing anything was no avoiding an encounter. Oliver that would cost more than fifteen nodded in her direction, seemingly cool, but as she stood up and walked dollars each. towards us, he grabbed my hand.

After combing through the paper, Oliver wanted to go to the Vancouver â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think this is the tactic you want Art Gallery to see The Uncanny: to take. Abort mission!â&#x20AC;? I whispered, Experiments in Cyborg Culture, and I but he ignored me and in seconds she was before us. I freed my hand from his agreed to accompany him. as she leaned over to hug him.

The exhibition contained both art and obsolete technologies: an iron lung, a set â&#x20AC;&#x153;Julia, this is Natalie,â&#x20AC;? he said, stepping of Eadweard Muybridge photographs, back from her. a Lee Bul sculpture. As I gazed upon the objects I realized that nearly every â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hello,â&#x20AC;? I said. I tried to smile, but it person I met was just as anxious about came out as a grimace. o

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said the first time I made it through a simple song without faltering. At that moment, I pondered what it might be like to kiss Oliver, but before I could act on the impulse, the phone rangâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it was Yoichi. I felt guilty even though nothing had happened.

Doretta Lau is a journalist who covers arts and culture for Artforum International, South China Morning Post, The Wall Street Journal Asia, and LEAP. She completed an MFA in Writing at Columbia University.

Her fiction and poetry have appeared in Day One, Event, Grain Magazine, Prairie Fire, PRISM International, Ricepaper, sub-TERRAIN, and Zen Monster.

She splits her time between Vancouver and Hong Kong, where she is at work on a novel and a screenplay.

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The Arts Undergraduate Society at the University of British Columbia celebrated spring convocation with a massive 400-person cocktail party on April 30. Dubbed The Great Arts Sendoff, UBC arts students dressed to impress, and partied like there’s no (exams) tomorrow.

We think they’ve got this whole “graduating” thing on lock. What do you think?

Many thanks to event coordinator Courtney Lee for submitting these party snaps. If you would like your event to be featured in Guidebook’s Nightlife pages, drop us a line at sarah@theguidebook.ca with the subject line “Nightlife.”

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You Said What Guidebook explains some common English idioms

Every language has expressions that have special meanings. The meanings are more than the sum of the words. These expressions are called IDIOMS. English has many idioms. The meanings of these expressions are not always clear. You might hear these phrases on the street, or in conversation with English speakers. Guidebook presents some common English idioms and their meanings. We hope this will make these expressions easier to understand.

Piece of cake

Bird course

With flying colours

Meaning: When a task is quite easy to complete.

Meaning: The easiest choice of a course one can take.

Meaning: To do well at something. Usually used in reference to passing an exam.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;An arts degree is a piece of cake.â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do a bird course just to get an easy credit!â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Congratulations Sarah, you passed with flying colours.â&#x20AC;?

Wide of the mark

Slim pickings

Meaning: Getting something really really wrong.

Meaning: When there is little choice in a matter or options.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought I did well on the pop quiz, but I guess I was wide of the mark.â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take a McDonalds job if I can get it, really. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s slim pickings out there right now.â&#x20AC;? o

Easy A Meaning: Getting a high score with minimal effort. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love my International Law class, its an easy A.â&#x20AC;?

Victory lap Meaning: When a student has to take a fifth year at university because they were unable to finish an undergrad degree in four years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Did you hear about Jimmy? Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doing a victory lap this year.â&#x20AC;?

School of hard knocks Meaning: A phrase denoting street wisdom as opposed to an education learned from books. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a PhD from the school of hard knocks, man.â&#x20AC;?

Gap year Meaning: Students in the West usually take time off, between a few months or a year, to take a break from studying after high school, college or university. It usually involves travelling.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m thinking of teaching English in Sri Lanka for my gap year. Do you think thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good idea?â&#x20AC;?

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Develop your taste for Canadian cheese at Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s EAT! Festival

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Queso Fresco from Latin Foods in Alberta.

top smoked cheddar in the world in Wisconsin,” he said.

Hendrikson says you can taste the cheeses’ island origin.

“What’s Prince Edward Island famous for? Potatoes! So when you smell their clothbound [Cows’] you get raw potato; it’s called their terroir.”

Every year Hendrikson travels from coast to coast to research cheeses produced in each part of the country.

His latest discovery was in the west.

“There’s an interesting cheese called Queso Fresco, it’s a Latin American cheese and the producer is out in Alberta. It’s a grilling cheese; he has the queso fresco and then the queso paisa, and then the queso duro, they are fresh cheeses and when you get them in your mouth is like ‘whoa!’ The butter, and salt, and it’s gorgeous!”

You can learn how to find and taste these cheeses in Hendrikson’s EAT! seminars. Nevertheless, he was kind enough to provide Guidebook with a few tips in advance:

A sharp Roquefort, a salty pecorino, a sweet manchego.

When people think about cheese, many think of European products. For consumers, centuries of manufacturing tradition guarantee good quality.

Newcomers may be surprised to discover Canada has its own cheesy traditions. “Making and eating cheese has been a part of the culture since [Samuel de] Champlain brought cows from Normandy in the early 1600s,” Walrus writer Sasha Chapman explains in a piece exploring the origin of Kraft Dinner. (KD is a neon orange powdered macaroni dish that has gained mythical status in Canada—the opposite of “quality” cheese). Kraft products aside, during the 2013 Global Cheese Awards, an aged Lankaaster from Ontario was named the best in the world.

At Vancouver’s upcoming EAT! Food + Cooking Festival beginning May 30, Canadian Dairy Farmers will be hosting a series of workshops showcasing national cheeses.

Guidebook reached out to Reg Hendrickson, Dairy Farmers’ trainer, consultant and cheese connoisseur, to find out what

festivalgoers can expect.

What’s out there Hendrickson says each seminar will showcase six to seven varieties of 100 percent Canadian cheese, from Vancouver Island to Prince Edward Island.

For Hendrikson, the key is “to get the cheese in people’s mouths,” and let them experiment and have fun with it because no matter what they try, it’s going to be good.

“We have a really high milk standard,” he said.

Asked about what’s the best type of cheese being made in the country, he didn’t hesitate to mention cheddar. Hendrikson pointed to Cows Inc., a company from P.E.I. as a personal favourite: “Their Avonlea clothbound cheddar was the top cheddar in Canada in 2013; their creamy extra oil cheddar was one of the top cheddar of the world in Wisconsin three weeks ago; and their appletree smoked cheddar won the

1. Do some research. Tell a cheese seller what you like, and work together to find a taste profile that fits your palate.

2. Not all cheeses are the same. They might all say “blue cheese” on the label, but Hendrikson says the tastes vary wildly. “You have the softer blues, you have the big, bold blues, and you have what I call the sockymoldy blues.”

3. Pair cheeses with fruit, grain, nuts, and seeds.

Avoid things like peppers, garlic or cauliflower “because those particular vegetables are going to have fairly high taste profiles which then takes you away from the taste of the cheese.”

4. Start with tradition. Hendrikson recommends beginning with traditional pairings, like cheddar and apples.

5. Taste mild cheeses first. If you have variety, start with the milder cheeses and then move up in flavour until you reach the bolder ones.

6. Keep it social. Each person in a group of friends can buy a small amount and then everybody gets to taste a little bit. Kids can be involved if pairings with juices are arranged. o Want more? Watch this space next issue to read more about “100 mile” cheeses in B.C.

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Time flies like an arrow

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f you saw a video of an arrow flying, or more accurately falling, through the air, you can tell if the video is running forwards or backwards, because, if going backwards, the point and the feathers would be reversed. How about a slow-motion video of a flying bullet? A fast video of a moving cloud? How about a baseball? In the latter two you would have some difficulty. The left-right symmetry of the objects seems to lead to a forward-backward symmetry of the direction of time.

What do we mean by â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the direction of timeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;?

Imagine seeing a video of the collision between two billiard balls; just that, no cue, no player, just balls coming from off screen, colliding, and rebounding off screen. How can you tell if the video is running forwards or backwards? Howâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about two stationary balls, then a fast cue ball comes in, whacks the two off-screen but the cue ball stops? This would be a little more difficult to imagine running backwards.

Now imagine a whole stationary rack (triangle) of 15 balls being scattered by a fast cue ball. To imagine this was a video running backwards would be impossible, yes?

Well, almost, but if you watch a video of a glass of milk crashing onto a tile floor, there is no doubt. If interested, I suggest you search for Loschmidtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Paradox.

This is an example of the thermodynamic arrow of time, which kind of says that when things are left to themselves, like a teenagerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bedroom, they become more disordered as time goes by. Forward in time is the direction of increasing disorder. It takes some kind of intelligence to increase the order. It may be someone tidying it up, or a bird building a nest, but that is almost a definition of intelligenceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;what it takes to reverse disorder; except for the claim of the Darwinists that increasing order and complexity can be accomplished by natural selection; given enough time. It is a compelling argument.

There are about seven of these so-called arrows of time: thermodynamic, cosmological, radiative, causal, particle decay, quantum, and psychological. As usual, you can look them up online. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t intend to go into them all hereâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;only the causal and the psychological because, to me, these are the most interesting. These are also the ones that concern the novelists and poets of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;

not just the scientists and the philosophers.

I can highly recommend a short novel by Martin Amis called The Arrow of Time. It begins with our heroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s backwards death and goes all the way (forward?) to his backwards birth.

This arrangement gives rise to some very dubious moral situations. His job during World War II is as a camp guard at Auschwitz and he considers what he does to be almost saintly. I wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go into details here but it really makes you think.

There are many science fiction stories dealing with the paradoxes of time travel, especially the one where you go back and change history, e.g. kill your great granddad and thus never have existed in the first place (for instance).

But since there donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to be many tourists from the future hanging out around here, we might guess that retro-time travel will never be developed, even though Stephen Hawking says it is theoretically possible. Maybe they are around but just invisible/untouchable.

This reduces it to a pure mind game. The basic paradox in travelling back in time is the causal arrow: cause always precedes effect; or does it? Travelling forward does not produce paradox, only fear of learning your own future. Some writers, however, (see J.W. Dunneâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;An Experiment with Timeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;) think that we do actually see the future in some of our dreams and that it is just a matter of having the right â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;helicopterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to look down on the whole time landscape.

There are too many well-documented instances of true predictive dreamsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;what caused them? And when? One of the more amusing scientists was â&#x20AC;&#x153;good old Albertâ&#x20AC;?

(Einstein).

When asked by a reporter how time could be relative, he said that an hour with a beautiful woman can seem like a minute and a minute sitting on a hot stove can seem like an hour. He was, of course, referring to psychological, or â&#x20AC;&#x153;feltâ&#x20AC;? time and not the digital stuff so beloved by our laptops.

There is an Einsteinian time correction which must be written into GPS software because of the gravitational

difference between orbit and surface. It can throw off your measured position by a significant amount. Who says weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never use this stuff, Huh? Back to the novelists who can condense 20 years into one day (James Joyceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Ulyssesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;) or a minuteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thought can occupy thirty pages ( Marcel Proust- â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A la recherche du temps perduâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;). They are saying that the only real time is the squashy, stretchy one inside us, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;felt time.â&#x20AC;? The one measured by the clocks is merely a shared illusion which we have all agreed to; as we have with money.

Since neither really exist then there is no inconsistency in saying that â&#x20AC;&#x153;time is money.â&#x20AC;? The great theologian St. Augustine said the past did not exist and the future has yet to come into existence. You cannot put your finger on the present, therefore time is a sham, and we had better start thinking about eternity. Good advice, I think.

Another aspect of the psychological arrow of time is the inability to â&#x20AC;&#x153;remember the futureâ&#x20AC;? and to have the idea of the past being somehow behind us, as in a car journey.

But when you get on a train, perhaps half the seats are facing to the back. These are actually much safer than forward-facing ones, by the way, and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know why all bus seats do not face the back.

Most cultures see the future ahead of their nose, except traditional Chinese, which calls the day after tomorrow â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the day behindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; and the Aymara of Peru who feel the future is behind and the past is ahead. If you postpone an engagement, for example, and move it to two days later, do you â&#x20AC;&#x153;put it forward two daysâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;put it back two daysâ&#x20AC;?? I think most people would opt for the latter, even though it would move forward on the calendar.

I find this topic endlessly fascinating. I will end with a famous silly story, which sounds suspiciously New Yorkish to me: One day a guy is walking past a farm and he sees the farmer laboriously lifting a heavy pig up to eat the fruit hanging from an apple tree. The guy saysâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you shake the apples down from the tree and let the pig eat them from the ground? It will save a lot of time.â&#x20AC;? The farmer looks at him for a second and then says: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to a pig?â&#x20AC;? o

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Your Questions, Answered As a newcomer to BC, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural to have a long list of questions about life in your new country. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why Guidbook would like to dedicate this space to answering the questions of our readers. If you have a question about finding housing, applying to schools, applying for visas, saving money or even discovering Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nightlife, send your query to sarah@theguidebook.ca. If we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know the answer, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find an expert to advise.

A: Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re right, the road rules in Canada are a little confusing, especially to those that come from Commonwealth countries where drivers sit on the right side, not the left. But donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got some tips for you: 1. Look both ways. Given your situation, you would probably look right then left before crossing. Here you do the opposite.

Make sure to look both ways even if you think that roads are oneway. Canada has different road rules; some roads become two-way after a certain time, while others remain one-way all the time.

meant to observe the same rules as cars and bicyclesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;so skateboarding on pavements is a no-no. Bear that in mind just in case you skateboard!

4. Hit the cross button. While waiting at a traffic junction, be sure to hit the buzzer. You may think it does nothing, but as I recently found out, the pedestrian lights donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always light up automatically to let pedestrians cross unless buzzed. So press the button for good measure, or you might find yourself waiting longer than you need to at the stop.

2. Cyclists are vehicles too. Vancouver is big on cycling, if you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t noticed already. Remember that bicycles are treated as cars, so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think you can jaywalk just because there is a bike in front of you. They are meant to stop and observe road regulations like any other four-wheelers.

5. Watch out for left turns. One last, but extremely important thing to understand is how turning left and right works. This is complicated, so I do urge you to do some research of your own on this. Cars in Canada can turn right at a green light in addition to turning left. As a pedestrian, you need to be aware that while you are walking along the zebra crossing you can easily face cars from the right. This is in effect even when a pedestrian is walking across the zebra crossing, provided the driver is safe and slow. The reality is that not everyone really looks out or is careful, especially at night, so do exercise care when you cross roads. Happy walking!

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Figueroa will see his day in court on Monday, May 26.

José Figueroa’s big day The Salvadoran who has been residing in Langley for the past 17 years faces deportation for the same reason he sought asylum in Canada. Figueroa hopes this month’s decision increases his chances of staying in the country with his family.

By Valentina Ruiz Leotaud

Most Latin American parents love to keep their children close long beyond their 18th birthday. With this cultural background in mind, José Figueroa faces a terrifying reality: the possibility he may not see his three Canadian-born kids for a long, long time.

On May 26, a new judicial review that will influence Figueroa’s deportation order will be held at Vancouver’s Federal Court. In a few hours’ time, four years of struggle will see a clearer future.

If the decision is positive, his case could be reassessed; if it’s negative, his deportation order stays and he could either seek another legal avenue that allows him to continue to live in Canada, or become another deportation statistic.

According to the most recent numbers from the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA), 13,249 individuals were removed from the country during the fiscal year 2008-09.

“The thing is that the migratory process in Canada is a

lottery. If you are lucky enough to get an open-minded official, you will be able to stay in Canada; but if the person assessing your papers is racist and discriminatory, then your chances of staying are zero,” José Figueroa says.

Before any decision is made, Figueroa’s supporters will hold a rally outside the courthouse Monday morning.

Members of different clergies, family, friends, neighbours, students and the social organizations that support him plan to be there at least half an hour before the 11 a.m. start time.

The only person that is not going to be in attendance is Figueroa himself.

Self-jailed Since October 4, 2013, José Figueroa took sanctuary at the Walnut Grove Lutheran Church. The Langley temple— where he had been an active member since his arrival to Canada—was the only place he considered safe after the

Canadian Border Services Agency put out a warrant for his arrest.

According to Figueroa, CBSA agents want to keep him in a detention centre while his case is being reviewed. He fears his rights may be violated by border representatives if he goes out. “Last year they gave me two options: I could either be deported and not see my family ever again, or I could stay in the church,” he says. “At least while I’m here I have the opportunity of seeing my family on weekends and I can keep fighting.”

The CBSA’s communications advisor Jennifer Lee confirmed in an email that even though the deportation order is in stand-by, the arrest warrant could be executed.

“The original deportation order remains in place and, by court order, cannot be carried out at this time. An arrest warrant remains outstanding against Mr. Figueroa. The warrant was issued on the grounds of a reasonable belief that Mr. Figueroa was unlikely to appear for his removal

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from Canada,” the missive reads.

The email’s closing line refers to Figueroa’s sanctuary situation: “There are no places in Canada where individuals can retreat and be immune from Canadian law.”

In response to Lee’s final statement, the director of the Canadian Council for Refugees Janet Dench explains: “From CBSA’s point of view they have a legal obligation to remove him. Although there is no rule preventing CBSA from entering the church, there is an established tradition of respecting sanctuary. Governments don’t like this but they hesitate to breach it, presumably because they expect that it would lead to public backlash.”

Why José?

More than two decades ago, when Figueroa was a university student, he was part of the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front.

According to its Wikipedia page, the FMLN (Spanish acronym) is “a centre-left to left-wing political party in El Salvador and formerly a coalition of five guerrilla organizations.”

It’s the second part of the definition that’s causing trouble for Figueroa. Section 34.1 of the Canadian Immigration Act states that a permanent resident or a foreign national is inadmissible on security grounds for “being a member of an organization that there are reasonable grounds to believe has engaged in [terrorism, subversion or espionage].”

Figueroa was a member during the guerrilla phase of the FMLN and he hasn’t denied it since he entered Canada legally in 1997. In fact, he first stepped into this country precisely because of the affiliation. He says that even though he never shot a gun, his former proselytizing activities put him in danger during the still-volatile political situation in the Central American country.

A long way The refugee claim was denied in 2000, but he and his wife appealed it. The couple also made an application to stay in Canada as residents on humanitarian and compassionate grounds, because they had a Canadian-born autistic son.

The appeal was rejected because El Salvador had entered a peace process and, for the Canadian government, this implied it was no longer a dangerous place. They were left with the compassionate application which, he says, was “approved in principle in 2004.” His permanent resident status was started, but not completed.

But while they were undergoing police record checks and medical examinations, Figueroa claims “the Canadian Border Services Agency was looking for ways to lead me into an inadmissibility process.”

By May 2010 he received a deportation order for his political activities.

“But they weren’t able to execute it because of the H&C approval in principle,” he says.

His case got even more complicated when the 2012 Bill C-43, now Faster Removal of Foreign Criminals Act, was put into effect.

According to the new law’s provisions, a person found inadmissible on security grounds can be barred from making a humanitarian and compassionate application.

As soon as March 2013 a delegate of the Minister of Immigration decided Figueroa should leave the country because he considered that the CBSA “findings” were new information, and therefore his wife and children were ok to move forward with the humanitarian request but he was not.

Thus, Figueroa and his lawyer filed an application for a judicial review

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of that decision before the Federal Court. According to the law, if his case if directly revised by the Immigration Minister and he doesn’t find Figueroa to be a security threat, this whole process would come to an end.

Figueroa’s review will see its day in court next week. “We argue that that decision is irrational and lacks to consider the best interest of the children,” he says. Besides his elder son, now José has two daughters as well.

Who is a terrorist?

The case has many, many nuances. One of its peculiarities is that the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front doesn’t appear in Canada’s lists of terrorists organizations, is the current ruling party in El Salvador and has been recognized by the Canadian government as a legitimate political force.

Some of the past FMLN actions were considered to fall into the category of terrorism in a 2010 review of Figueroa’s case by the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada. Even though there was no proving that he took part in such activities, “for those found inadmissible on the basis of membership in an organization, there is no requirement that the person have been directly involved in the acts in question,” read the Canadian Council for Refugee documents.

The CCR review also states “security inadmissibility conditions” are being applied inconsistently, both in policy and in practice.

Next steps What will happen at José Figueroa’s judicial review? That’s anybody’s guess. Figueroa has so far been told he cannot offer his own testimony remotely.

“I can’t go out of the church because I don’t want to be taken away from my family,” he repeats. Figueroa is now asking the court to comply with section 32 of the Federal Court Rules and allow him to attend the hearing through a video-conference. The court says there are not enough reasons to do that. “I think they don’t want to set that precedent for future immigrants,” he says.

In effort to pressure the judge, Figueroa is collecting signatures online. “If we had 700,000 signatures, it would be harder for the Federal Court to deny that situation,” he believes. o

The Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front doesn’t appear in Canada’s lists of terrorists organizations and is the current ruling party in El Salvador. Yet Figueroa faces deportation for his political affiliation.

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Book of Lists

in BC As a newcomer to British Columbia, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re bound to have questions: where can I learn English? How do I find permanent housing? What should I do in an emergency situation?

Guidebook has compiled resources to help you answer these important questions.

On the following pages you will find lists of names, addresses and phone numbers that are valuable to international students and new Canadians.

Here you will find everything from entertainment to housing, from schools to libraries, from hospitals to consulates. We even have employment listings to get you started on your new life in BC.

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Guidebook | British Columbia | May 16, 2014 Institution Capilano University Emily Carr University of Art and Design Fairleigh Dickinson University Kwantlen Polytechnic University Quest University Royal Roads University S.F.U. (Simon Fraser University) Thompson Rivers University Trinity Western University U.B.C. University of Victoria University Canada West University of the Fraser Valley University of Northern British Columbia Vancouver River Island University

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North Vancouver 1968 7,500 0 7,500 Vancouver 1925 1,870 28 1,898 Vancouver 78 2007 78 [not in citation given] 0 Richmond, Surrey, Langley 1981 16,811 0 16,811 Squamish 2002 300 0 300 Victoria 1995 887 3,385 4,272 Burnaby, Surrey & Vancouver 1965 29,697 5,507 35,204 Kamloops 1970 13,072 100 13,172 Langley 1962 2,130 730 2,860 Vancouver & Kelowna 1908 41,700 8,630 50,330 Victoria 1963 18,863 3,542 22,405 Vancouver 2005 n/a 0 n/a Abbotsford, Chilliwackand Mission 1974 8,124 40 8,164 ColumbiaPrince George 1990 3,068 490 3,558 Nanaimo, Duncan,Parksville & Powell 1969 6,116 163 6,279

E – Established, U – Undergraduate enrolment, P – Postgraduate enrolment, T – Total enrolment

www.kpu.ca 604-599-2100 8771 Lansdowne Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 3V8

Simon Fraser University

778-782-3111 www.sfu.ca 8888 University Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6

Institute

BCIT(British Columbia Institute of Technology)

www.bcit.ca 604-434-5734 3700 Willingdon Ave., Burnaby, B.C. V5G 3H2

Justice Institute of British Columbia www.jibc.ca 604-525-5422 715 McBride Blvd., New Westminster, B.C. V3L 5T4

www.nvit.bc.ca 1-250-378-3300 4155 Belshaw St.

Colleges Acsenda School of Management

www.acsenda.com 604-430-5111 9th Floor, 1090 West Pender St., Vancouver, BC V6E 2N7 www.educacentre.com 1-800-747-4825 896 West 8th Ave., Vancouver, B.C. V5Z 1E2

Camosun College

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University University of Northern British Columbia

www.unbc.ca 1-250-960-5555 3333 University Way, Prince George, BC V2N 4Z9

Thompson Rivers University

www.tru.ca/ 1-250-828-5289 900 McGill Rd, Kamloops, BC V2C 6N6

Fairleigh Dickinson University view.fdu.edu 604-682-8112 842 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2P6

Vancouver Island University

www.viu.ca 1-250-753-3245 900 Fifth St, Nanaimo, V9R 5S5

Royal Roads University www.royalroads.ca 1-250-391-2600 2005 Sooke Rd, Victoria, BC V9B 5Y2

University of Victoria

www.uvic.ca 1-250-721-7211 3800 Finnerty Rd, Victoria, V8P 5C2

University Canada West 1-800-360-7213 www.ucanwest.ca

camosun.ca 1–877–554–7555 3100 Foul Bay Rd, Victoria B.C. V8P 5J2

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www.douglas.bc.ca 604-527-5400 PO Box 2503, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 5B2

Justice Institute of B.C.

1111 Melville St, Vancouver, BC V6E 3V6

Quest

www.questu.ca 604-898-8000 3200 University Blvd, Squamish, BC V8B 0N8

University of the Fraser Valley

www.ufv.ca 604-504-7441 33844 King Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7M7

www.jibc.ca 1-888-865-7764 715 McBride Blvd., New Westminster, B.C. V3L 5T4

Langara College

www.langara.bc.ca 604-323-5511 100 West 49th Ave., Vancouver, B.C. V5Y 2Z6

College of New Caledonia

www.cnc.bc.ca 1-800-371-8111 3330-22nd Ave., Prince George, B.C. V2N 1P8

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology

twu.ca 604-888-7511 7600, Langley, BC V2Y 1Y1

www.nvit.ca 1-877-682-3300 4155 Belshaw St., Merritt, B.C. V1K 1R1

Capilano University

North Island College

Trinity Western University

College of the Rockies

www.cotr.bc.ca 1-877-489-2687 2700 College Way, Box 8500, Cranbrook B.C. V1C 5L7

Selkirk College

www.selkirk.ca 1-888-953-1133 301 Frank Beinder Way, Castlegar, B.C. V1N 4L3

Vancouver Community College (VCC) www.vcc.ca 604-871-7000 1155 East Broadway, Vancouver, B.C. V5T 4V5

Vancouver Island University www.viu.ca 1-888-920-2221 900 Fifth St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 5S5

Career Colleges

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology

Collège Éducacentre

List of School

1-888-831-0341 2552 Trans Hwy. NE, Salmon Arm, B.C. V1 E 4N3

www.capilanou.ca 604-986-1911 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3H5

www.nic.bc.ca 1-800-715-0914 1685 South Dogwood St., Campbell River, B.C. V9W 8C1

Emily Carr University of Art and Design

Northern Lights College

www.ecuad.ca 604-844-3800 1399 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9

www.nlc.bc.ca 250-782-5251 11401 8th St. Dawson Creek, B.C. V1G 4G2

University of British Columbia

Northwest Community College

www.ubc.ca 604-822-2211 2329 W Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4

www.nwcc.bc.ca 1-877-277-2288 4815 Swannell Drive Box 338 Hazelton, B.C. V0J 1Y0

Kwantlen Polytechnic

Okanagan College

www.okanagan.bc.ca

Academy of Learning College www.AcademyofLearning.com 604-987-4277 1221 Lonsdale Ave., Suite 300 North Vancouver, V7M 2H5

AD Canadian Tourism College

www.tourismcollege.com 604-582-1122 #320 - 10362 King George Blvd, Surrey, B.C. V3T 2W5

Alexander College

www.alexandercollege.ca 604-681-5608 #100 - 602 West Hastings, Vancouver, B.C., V6B 1P2

Alive Academy of Natural Health www.aliveacademy.com 604 295-9333 / 1-800-663-6580 100 - 12751 Vulcan Way, Richmond, B.C., V6V 3C8

Alliance Career College

alliancecareercollege.com 604-498-0701 202 - 10114 King George Blvd, Surrey, B.C. V3T 2W4

Amethyest College

www.amethystcollege.com 604-559-9123 201 - 6125 Sussex Ave., Burnaby, BC. V5H 4G1

Arbutus College

www.arbutuscollege.com 604-681-7701 #580- Spencer Bldg Harbour Centre, Vancouver, V6B 4N5

BC College of Optics

www.bccollegeofoptics.ca 10070 King George Blvd, Suite #208 Surrey, BC V3T 2W4 604-581-0101

North Vancouver, V7M 2E8

Canadian Health Care Academy canadianhealthcareacademy.com 604-540-2421 93 Sixth St 2nd floor, New Westminster, V3L 2Z8

Canadian Tourism College

www.tourismcollege.com Vancouver : 604-736-8000 #300 - 530 Hornby Street.

Vancouver, B.C. V6C 2E7 Surrey : 604-582-1122 #320 - 10362 King George Hwy., Surrey, BC V3T 2W5

CareerGate Community College 604-855-8808 107-33119 South Fraser Way Abbotsford, BC. V2S 2B1

CDI College

www.cdicollege.ca 1-800-675-4392 710-626 West Pender St, Vancouver, B.C. V6B 1V9 500 - 5021 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C. V5H 4A5 180 - 4351 No.3 Rd, Richmond, B.C. V6X 3A7 100 -11125 124th St., Surrey, B.C. V3V 4V2

Centre of Art & Technology Canada www.digitalartschool.com 250-860-2787 100-1632 Dickson Avenue Kelowna, V1Y 7T2

Canadian College of Performing Arts

www.ccpacanada.com 250-595-9970 1701 Elgin Road Victoria, V8R 5L7

Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy shitsu.vc 604-904-4187 142 Lonsdale Ave.,

www.greystonecollege.com 604-682-3880 560 Granville St., Vancouver, V6C 1W6

Insignia College of Health and Business

insigniacollege.com 250-381-7733 / 1-888-681-7733 200-607 Yates St., Victoria, BC. V8W 1L1

Pacific Coast Community College pacificcoastcommunitycollege.com 604-730-1106 202 - 1338 West Broadway, Vancouver, V6H 1H2

Pacific Flying Club

www.pacificflyingclub.com 604-946-0011 Unit 4 - 4335 Skeena St., Delta, V4K 0A6

John Casablancas Institute of Applied Arts

Pacific Horticulture College

Kosmetae Academy

Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts

Lions Gate Career College

Pacific Rim College

London School of Hairdressing and Aesthetics

ProCare Institute Inc.

www.jcinstitute.com 604-688-0328 Suite 150-220 Cambie St, Vancouver, B.C., V6B 2M9

www.kosmetae.com 604-850-5777 / 1-800-661-5755 3-32700 George Ferguson Way Abbotsford, BC. V2T 4V6 www.lionsgatecareercollege.com 604-639-9075 2nd Floor - 321 Water St., Vancouver, V6B 1B8

www.londonschool.ca 604-685-4121 300 West Pender St.,Vancouver

hcp.ca 1-250-479-6162 505 Quayle Road. Victoria, BC. V9E 2J7

www.picachef.com 604-734-4488 101-1505 West 2nd Ave., Vancouver, B.C. V6H 3Y4 www.pacificrimcollege.ca 250-483-2119 229-560 Johnson St., Victoria, V8W 3C6 www.procare.ca 640-291-0030 / 1-800-2820030 4411 Hastings Street, Suite 240 Burnaby, BC. V5C 2K1

Q College

Coastal Pacific Aviation

M.C. College

Rhodes Wellness College

Drake Medox College

Metropolitan Community College

Sprott Shaw College

academy.cg-masters.com 604-553-2462 800 Carnarvon St. Suite 320, New Westminster, B.C. V3M 0G3 www.coastalpacific.com 604-855-1112 30575 Approach Drive Abbotsford, V2T 6H5

www.drakemedoxcollege.com 604-629-0196 200 - 535 West 10th Ave. 2nd Floor, Vancouver, V5Z 1K9

Discovery Community College

discoverycommunitycollege.com 1-877-737-0758 22141 119 Ave. Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 2Y7 Unit A&B 1713 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, B.C. V9S 1G8 266 Moilliet St. Parksville, B.C. V9P 1M9 6151 Russell Place, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7W3 201 - 1025 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2J9 1325 Shoppers Row, Campbell River, B.C. V9W 2C9

DiveSafe International

www.divesafe.com 250 287-3837 / 1-888-325-3483 342 - 1003A Island Highway Campbell River, B.C., V9W 5B6

Eton College

www.etoncollege.ca 604-677-4431 706-333 Terminal Ave., Vancouver, V6A 4C1

Excel Career College

www.excelcareercollege.com 250 334-2452 / 1-888-280-2452 203-1995 Cliffe Ave., Courtney BC. V9N 2L2

Cambridge College

cambridgecollege.ca 604-438-7246 454 -4800 Kingsway, Burnaby, V5H 4J2

Greystone College

Lost Boys Studios- School of Visual Effects

Blanche Macdonald Centre

www.blanchemacdonald.com 604 685-0347 100 - 555 West 12th Ave., Vancouver, BC. V5Z 3X7

604-279-1800 8788 McKim Way Suite 3180, Richmond, B.C. V6X 4E2

CG Masters School of 3D Animation and Visual Effects

Aveda Institute

www.avedainstitute.ca 604-669-6992 101-111 Water St., Vancouver, B.C. V6B 1A7

9222 Young Road, Chilliwack, BC. V2P 4R2

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Fraser Valley Community College

www.fraservalleycommunitycollege.com 604-599-5535 210-8334 128th St., Surrey, V3W 4G2

Gateway College

www.gwcollege.ca 604-738-0285 395 West Broadway, Vancouver, V5Y 1A7

Gente Bella Beauty Academy www.beautyschool.ca 604-795-9158

www.lostboys-studio.com 604-558-4999 200-495 Railway St., Vancouver, B.C., V6A 1A7 mccollege.ca Vernon 1-250-542-8393 3409 31 Ave. Vernon, B.C., V1T 2H6

www.metropolitancollege.ca 604 320-3332 5675 Boundary Rd., Vancouver, BC. V5R 2P9

Mirage Spa Education Canada

miragespa.ca 604-217-6631 2520 Turner St., Victoria, V8T 5J2

Ms. Lorea's College of Esthetics & Nail Technology Inc www.msloreas.com 250-561-9192 1593 3rd Ave., Prince George, B.C., V2L 3G3

MTI Community College

www.mticc.com Vancouver 604-682-6020 541 Seymour St., Vancouver, B.C., V6B 3H6 Burnaby 1-604-437-6030 Suite 100 - 6446 Nelson Ave., Burnaby, B.C., V5H 3J5 North Road 1-604-559-6020 106 – 3433 North Rd, Burnaby, B.C., V3J 0A9 Abbotsford 1-604-864-8920 308 - 2777 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford, B.C., V2T 4V1 Chilliwack 1-604-392-6020 45860 Cheam Ave., Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 1N6 Surrey 1-604-583-6020 10072 King George Blvd, Surrey, B.C. V3T 2W4

qcollege.ca 250-298-5059 301 - 771 Vernon Ave., Victoria, V8X 5A7 www.rhodescollege.ca 604-708-4416 280-1125 Howe St., Vancouver, V6Z 2K8 www.sprottshaw.com Vancouver 604-683-7400 200 – 885 Dunsmuir St, Vancouver, B.C., V6C 1N8 Vancouver East 604-251-4473 2750 Rupert St, Vancouver, B.C., V5M 3T7 New Westminster 604-520-3900 420 – 88 Sixth St, New Westminster, B.C., V3L 5B3 Richmond 604-270-8867 7920 Cambie Road, Richmond, B.C., V6X 2B8 Surrey 604-583-1004 217 – 9801 King George Blvd, Surrey, B.C., V3T 5H5 Nanaimo 250-754-9600 6 – 140 Terminal Avenue, Nanaimo, B.C., V9R 5C5 Abbotsford 604-504-3323 1 – 33655 Essendene Ave. Abbotsford, B.C., V2S 2G5 Victoria 250-384-8121 2621 Douglas Street, Victoria, B.C., V8T 4M2 Kelowna 250-860-8884 200-546 Leon Ave, Kelowna, B.C., V1Y 6J6 Penticton 250-770-2277 2603 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton, B.C., V2A 6E8 Kamloops 250-314-1122 301 – 340 Victoria Street, Kamloops, B.C., V2C 2A5

Stenberg College

www.stenbergcollege.com 604-580-2772 750-13450 102nd Ave., Surrey, V3T 5X3

Nimbus School of Recording Arts

Suki’s Hair Academy

North American Montesorri School

TEC The Education Company Inc.

nimbusrecording.com 604-875-8998 242 East 2nd Ave.,Vancouver, V5T 1B7

www.montessoritraining.net 604-531-6665 13469 27 Ave., Surrey, V4P 1Z1

www.sukis.com/academy 604-738-0519 206-1030 Georgia St., W Vancouver, B.C. V6E 2Y3

www.tecglobal.net 604-634-1113 200-13889 104th Ave., Surrey, V3T 1W8

Omni College

omnicollege.com

Thompson Career College

50 | Guidebook info www.thompsoncc.ca 250-372-8211 744 Victoria St., Kamloops, V2C 2B6

Tru Spa Institute

truspainstitute.ca 250-754-8637 #1 - 77 Victoria Crescent, Abbotsford, V9R 5B9

Utopia Academy

www.utopiaacademy.com 604-681-4450 220-181 Keefer Place, Vancouver, B.C. V6B 6C1

VanArts - Vancouver Institute of Media Arts

www.vanarts.com 604-682-2787 570 Dunsmuir St. Suite 600, Vancouver, B.C. V6B 1Y1

Vancouver Career College

www.vccollege.ca 1-800-651-1067 1100 - 626 West Pender St. Vancouver, B.C. V6B 1V9 5021 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C. V5H 4A5 5-1180 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, B.C. V3B 7L2 Suite 230 Gateway Tower - 13401 108 Ave, Surrey, B.C. V3T 5T3 2702 Ware Street, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 5E6 1649 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 1P6

VANCOUVER COLLEGE OF COUNSELOR TRAINING

www.vcct.ca 604 683-2442 / 1-800-667-3272 206 EAST 6TH Ave., Vancouver, BC. V5T 1J8

WESTERN ACADEMY OF PHOTOGRAPHY

westernacademyofphotography.com 250-383-1522 / 1-866-889-1235 755A Queens Ave., Victoria, BC. V8T 1M2

Western Maritime Institute

www.maritimeed.com 250-245-4455 3519 Hallberg Rd., Port Alberni, V9G 1B5

Windsong School of Healing Ltd.

www.windsonghealing.com 250-723-3307 6199 Smith Rd., Port Alberni, V9Y 8M1

Winston College

winstoncollege.com 604-357-8022 1176 Eighth Avenue, New Westminste, V3M 2R6

May 16, 2014 | British Columbia | Guidebook Canadian College of English Language

www.canada-english.com 604-688-9366 #450 – 1050 Alberni St., Vancouver, BC, V6E 1A3

EF International Language School www.ef.com 1-800-387-2457 #400 – 929 Granville St., 4th Floor, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1L3

Eurocentres – Vancouver

www.languagecanada.com 604-688-7942 #250 – 815 West Hastings St., Vancouver, BC V6C 1B4

GEOS Language Academy

www.geosvancouver.com 604-684-6407 #298 – 1199 West Pender St., Vancouver, BC, V6B 1B6

Inlingua Vancouver

www.inlinguavancouver.com 604-605-0960 #300 – 150 Water Street (1) Vancouver, BC, V6B 1B2 #300 – 816 Granville Street (2) Vancouver, BC V6Z 1K3

International House

www.ihvancouver.com 604-739-9836 #200 – 1215 West Broadway Vancouver, BC, V6H 1G7

B.C. V6J 5K8 604-713-5000, Fax : 604-713-5049

School District No. 045 (West Vancouver)

www.sd45.B.C.ca 1075 21st St, West Vancouver, V7V 4A9 604-981-1000, Fax : 604-981-1001

School District No. 044 (North Vancouver)

www.nvsd44.B.C.ca 2121 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, B.C. V7M 2K6 604-903-3444, Fax : 604-903-3445

School District No. 041 (Burnaby)

School District No. 040 (New Westminster)

www.sd40.B.C.ca 1001 Columbia St, New Westminster B.C. V3M 1C4 604-517-6240, Fax : 604-517-6390

School District No. 038 (Richmond)

www.sd38.B.C.ca 7811 Granville Ave, Richmond, B.C. V6Y 3E3 604-668-6000, Fax : 604-233-0151

School District No. 043 (Coquitlam)

www.sd43.B.C.ca 550 Poirier St, Coquitlam, B.C. V3J 6A7 604-939-9201, Fax : 604-939-7828

School District No. 042 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows)

Intrax International Institute

School District No. 075 (Mission)

www.sd42.ca 22225 Brown Ave, Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 8N6 604-463-4200, Fax : 604-463-4181

www.intraxinstitute.edu 604-609-9934 827 West PenderSt., Vancouver, BC

www.mpsd.ca 33046 Fourth Ave, Mission, B.C. V2V 1S5 604-826-6286, Fax : 604-826-4517

Kaplan International English

School District No. 078 (Fraser-Cascade)

www.kaplaninternational.com 1 800 818 9128 #300 – 755 Burrard St., Vancouver

Language Studies Canada (LSC) Vancouver

www.lsc-canada.com 604-683-1199 Suite 200, 570 Dunsmuir St., Vancouver, BC

Newton College Vancouver ncv.ca 604-683-7218 #790 – 555 Seymour St., Vancouver, BC

www.sd78.B.C.ca 650 Kawkawa Lake Rd, Hope, B.C. V0X 1L4 604-869-2411, Fax : 604-869-7400

School District No. 037 (Delta)

www.deltasd.B.C.ca 4585 Harvest Dr, Delta, B.C. V4K 5B4 604-946-4101, Fax : 604-952-5375

School District No. 036 (Surrey)

www.sd36.B.C.ca 14033 92nd Ave, Surrey, B.C. V3V 0B7 604-596-7733, Fax : 604-595-6307

Pan Pacific International English College

School District No. 035 (Langley)

ESL Schools

www.panpacificcanada.com 250-380-9030 3rd Floor – 810 Fort St., Victoria, BC

iTTTi Vancouver

www.sd35.B.C.ca 4875 222nd St, Langley, B.C. V3A 3Z7 604-534-7891, Fax : 604 533-1115

Vancouver English Centre

School District No. 034 (Abbotsford)

www.ittti.ca 604-681-5550 3F. 605 Robson St. Vancouver BC. V6B 5J3

ISS Language and Career College of BC www.lcc.issbc.org 501-333 Terminal Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6A 2L7 (604) 684-2325

Come Together Vancouver English School www.ctvancouverenglishschool.com 604-358-7292 #120-1020 Mainland St., Vancouver

Archer College

604-608-0538 Main Floor – 788 Beatty St., Vancouver, BC

Bodwell Language School

www.vec.ca 604-687-1600 250 Smithe St., Vancouver, BC

Vancouver Georgia College

www.vgcanada.com 604-688-9057 #101 – 1190 Melville St., Vancouver,

VanWest College

www.vanwest.com 604-731-5256 ext. 109 #200 – 1016 Nelson St., Vancouver, V6E 1H8

Western Town College www.wtccanada.com 604-844-7660 #100–626 West Pender St.,Vancouver

Zoni Language Centre Vancouver

www.sd34.B.C.ca 2790 Tims St, Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 4M7 604-859-4891, Fax : 604 852-8587

School District No. 033 (Chilliwack)

www.sd33.B.C.ca 8430 Cessna Dr, Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 7K4 604-792-1321, Fax : 604 792-9665

School District No. 061 (Greater Victoria)

www.sd61.B.C.ca 556 Boleskine Rd, Victoria, B.C. V8Z 1E8 1-250-475-3212, Fax : 250 475-6161

School District No. 064 (Gulf Islands)

www.sd64.B.C.ca 112 Rainbow Rd, Salt Spring Island, B.C. V8K 2K3 250-537-5548, Fax : 250 537-4200

604-602-7633 www.bodwell.edu 473 West Hastings St., Vancouver

www.zoni.com 604-687-7000 568 Seymour St, 4th floor, Vancouver, BC V6B3J5

School District No. 062 (Sooke)

CSLI – Canadian as a Second Language Institute

School District

School District No. 068 (Nanaimo-Ladysmith)

www.csli.com 604-683-2754 188 Nelson St., Vancouver, BC

School District No. 039 (Vancouver)

www.vsb.B.C.ca 1580 West Broadway, Vancouver,

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www.sd41.B.C.ca 5325 Kincaid St, Burnaby, B.C. V5G 1W2 604-296-6900, Fax : 604-296-6910

International Language Schools of Canada (ILSC) www.ilsc.ca Vancouver 604-689-9095 555 Richards St., Vancouver, BC, V6B 2Z5

Hospitals

www.sd62.B.C.ca 3143 Jacklin Rd, Victoria, B.C. V9B 5R1 250-474-9800, Fax : 250 474-9825 www.sd68.B.C.ca 395 Wakesiah Ave, Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 3K6 250-754-5521, Fax : 250 741-524

Police/Fire/Ambulance Poison Control Centre Emergency First Aid Provincial Emergency Program BC Gas / Terasen Gas (Leaks) BC Hydro (Emergencies) Fortis BC (Emergencies)

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911 (If available) 1-800-567-8911 604-822-4444 1-800-663-3456 1-800-663-9911 1-888-769-3766 1-866-436-7847

Non-Emergency Numbers P : Police F : Fire A : Ambulance Abbotsford P 604-859-5225 F 604-853-3566 A 604-872-5151 Aldergrove P 604-532-3200 F 604-532-7500 A 604-872-5151 Anmore / Belcarra P 604-945-1550 F 604-937-4102 A 604-872-5151 Bowen Island P 604-947-0516 F 604-947-9324 A 604-872-5151 Burnaby P 604-294-7922 F 604-294-7190 A 604-872-5151 Chilliwack P 604-792-4611 F 604-792-8713 A 604-872-5151 Coquitlam P 604-945-1550 F 604-927-6400 A 604-872-5151 Davis Bay P 604-885-2266 F 604-885-7017 A 604-872-5151 Delta P 604-946-4411 F 604-952-3100 A 604-872-5151 Egmont P 604-885-2266 F 604-883-9270 A 604-872-5151 Garden Bay P 604-885-2266 F 604-883-9270 A 604-872-5151 Gibson P 604-885-2266 F 604-886-7777 A 604-872-5151 Halfmoon Bay P 604-885-2266 F 604-885-5712 A 604-872-5151 Langley City P 604-532-3200 F 604-514-2880 A 604-872-5151 Langley Township P 604-532-3200 F 604-532-7500 A 604-872-5151 Lions Bay P 604-892-6100 F 604-543-6700 A 604-872-5151 Maderia Creek P 604-885-2266 F 604-883-9270 A 604-872-5151 Maple Ridge P 604-463-6251 F 604-463-5880 A 604-872-5151 Mission P 604-826-7161 F 604-826-2313 A 604-872-5151 New Westminster P 604-525-5411 F 604-519-1000 A 604-872-5151 North Vancouver City P 604-985-1311 F 604-980-5021 A 604-872-5151 North Vancouver District P 604-985-1311 F 604-980-7575 A 604-872-5151 Pender Harbour P 604-885-2266 F 604-883-9270 A 604-872-5151 Pitt Meadows P 604-463-6251 F 604-465-2401 A 604-872-5151 Port Coquitlam P 604-945-1550 F 604-927-5466 A 604-872-5151 Port Moody P 604-461-3456 F 604-469-7795 A 604-872-5151 Richmond P 604-278-1212 F 604-278-5131 A 604-872-5151 Roberts Creek P 604-885-2266 F 604-885-6871 A 604-872-5151 Sechelt P 604-885-2266 F 604-885-7017 A 604-872-5151 Secret Cove P 604-885-2266 F 604-885-5712 A 604-872-5151 Selma Park P 604-885-2266 F 604-885-7017 A 604-872-5151 Squamish P 604-892-6100 F 604-898-9666 A 604-872-5151 Surrey P 604-599-0502 F 604-543-6700 A 604-872-5151 University Endowment Lands P 604-224-1322 F 604-665-6000 A 604-872-5151 Vancouver P 604-717-3321 F 604-665-6000 A 604-872-5151 West Vancouver P 604-925-7300 F 604-925-7370 A 604-872-5151 Whistler P 604-932-3044 F 604-935-8260 A 604-872-5151 White Rock P 778-593-3600 F 604-541-2121 A 604-872-5151 Wilson Creek P 604-885-2266 F 604-885-7017 A 604-872-5151

B.C. Children’s Hospital 604-875-2345 4480 Oak Street.

Vancouver, BC, V6H 3V4 B.C. Women’s Hospital 604-875-2424 4500 Oak Street.

Vancouver, BC, V6H 3N1 Cambie Surgery Centre 604-874-1349 2836 Ash St, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 3C6 Holy Family Hospital 604-321-2661 7801 Argyle St. Vancouver, BC, V5P 3L6 Lions Gate Hospital 604-988-3131 231 15th St E, N. Vancouver, BC V7L 2L7 Mount St. Joseph Hospital 604-874-1141 3080 Prince Edward St, Van. BC, V5T 3N4 Providence Health Care 604-876-7191 4875 Heather St, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 0A7 St. Paul’s Hospital 604-682-2344 1081 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1Y6 St. Vincent's Hospital 604-325-4116 Langara 255 62nd Ave W, Vancouver. BC, V5X 4V4 UBC Hospital 604-822-7121 2211 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 2B5 Vancouver General Hospital 604-875-4111 855 West 12th Ave, Vancouver, B.C., V5Z 1M9 Campbell River & District General Hospital 1-250-287-7111 375 2nd Ave. Campbell River, BC. Central Vancouver Island Health Region 1-250-755-3010 610 495 Dunsmuir. Nanaimo, BC. Chemainus Health Care Centre 1-250-246-3291 9909 Esplanade. Chemainus, BC. Cowichan District Hospital 1-250-746-4141 3045 Gibbins. Duncan, BC. Cumberland Health Center 1-250-336-8531 2696 Windermere Ave. Cumberland, BC. Eagle Park Health Care Facility 1-250-752-7075 777 Jones St. Qualicum Beach, BC. Hospital Port Alice 1-250-284-3555 1090 Marine Dr. Port Alice, BC. Hospital St George's 1-250-974-5585 182 Fir. Alert Bay, BC. Hospital West Coast General 1-250-723-2135 3841 8th Ave. Port Alberni, BC. Kyuquot Red Cross Hospital 1-250-332-5289 100 Okime Isl, Kyuquot, BC V0P 1J0 Ladysmith General Hospital 1-250-245-2221 1111 4th Ave. Ladysmith, BC. Nanaimo Regional General Hospital 1-250-755-7615 1200 Dufferin Cres. Nanaimo, BC. Port Alice Hospital 1-250-284-3555 1090 Marine Dr. Port Alice, BC. Port Hardy Hospital 1-250-949-6161 9120 Granville. Port Hardy, BC. Port Mcneill & District Hospital 1-250-956-4461 2750 Kingcome Pl. Port Mcneill, BC. Red Cross Outpost Hospital 1-250-728-3312 245 Bamfield Boardwalk.

Bamfield W, BC. St George's Hospital 1-250-974-5585 182 Fir. Alert Bay, BC. St Joseph's General Hospital 1-250-339-2242 2137 Comox. Comox, BC. Tahsis Health Centre

1-250-934-6322 1085 S Maquinna Dr. Tahsis, BC. Tofino General Hospital 1-250-725-3212 261 Neill Tofino, BC. Trillium Extended Care Hospital 1-250-947-8230 401 Moilliet St, Parksville, BC V9P 1J9

Youth Clinics Access for Deaf/Hard of Hearing 604-660-0508 Richmond or Vancouver TTY/TDD Vancouver, BC Boulevard Youth Clinic 604-261-6366 2110 W. 43rd Ave., Vancouver, BC Tuesday: 2:30pm-5:30pm Broadway Youth Resource Centre 604-709-5720 691 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC Monday: 2:30pm-5:30pm Thursday: 4:30pm-7:00pm Commercial Drive Youth Clinic 604-253-3575 1145 Commercial Dr., Vancouver, B.C. Thursday: 2:30pm-6:00pm East Youth Clinic 604-872-2511 3452 Crowley Dr., Vancouver, B.C. Tuesday: 3:30pm-6:00pm Friday: 2:00pm-4:30pm Knight Street Clinic 604-321-6151 6405 Knight St., Vancouver, B.C. Monday: 2:00pm-4:30pm Thursday: 5:30-8:00pm Main Street Youth Clinic 604-709-6400 3998 Main St., Vancouver, B.C. Wednesday: 2:30pm-5:30pm Pine Community Health Clinic 604-736-2391 1985 W. 4th Ave., Vancouver, B.C. Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri: 9:00am-12:00pm, 2:00pm-5:00pm Wed: 9:00am-12:00pm, 2:30pm-7:30pm *except third Wednesday of each month: 9:00am-12:00pm, 4:30-7:30pm Sat. (youth under 25 only): 1:00pm-4:00pm Three Bridges Youth Clinic 604-736-9844 1292 Hornby St., Vancouver, B.C. Monday to Friday: 8:30am-8:00pm **FREE CLINIC**

Consulates Australia 604-684-1177 1225-888 Dunsmuir, Vancouver Austria 604-683-5808 1380-200 Granville Street, Vancouver Belgium 604-684-6838 570-688 West Hastings Street, Vancouver Britain 604-683-4421 800-1111 Melville Street, Vancouver China 604-734-7492 3380 Granville Street, Vancouver Colombia 604-685-6435 890-789 West Pender Street, Vancouver Croatia 604-871-9170 3550 Commerical Street, Vancouver Denmark 604-684-5171 755-777 Hornby Street, Vancouver Equador 604-420-7767 9032 Lyra Place, Burnaby Finland 604-688-4483 1100-1188 West Georgia, Vancouver Germany 604-684-8377 704-999 Canada Place, Vancouver Greece 604-681-1381 500-688 West Hastings St. Vancouver

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Guatemala 604-688-5209 760-777 Hornby Street, Vancouver Honduras 604-685-7711 1026-510 West Hastings St, Vancouver Hong Kong 604-685-0883 615-938 Howe Street, Vancouver Iceland 604-691-7526 2900-595 Burrard Street, Vancouver India 604-662-8811 325 Howe Street, Vancouver Indonesia 604-682-8855 1630 Alberni Street, Vancouver Ireland 604-683-9233 401-1385 West 8th Ave. Vancouver Italy 604-684-7288 1100-510 West Hastings St, Vancouver Jamaica 604-515-0443 154A-610 6th Street, New Westminster Japan 604-684-5868 900-1177 West Hastings Street, Vancouver Korea 604-683-1820 1710-505 Burrard Street, Vancouver Malaysia 604-685-9550 1805-1111 West Georgia St, Vancouver Malta 604-739-3200 310-1001 West Broadway St, Vancouver Mexico 604-684-3547 710-1177 West Hastings St, Vancouver Monaco 604-682-4633 1111 Melville Street, Vancouver Netherlands 604-684-6448 475 Howe Street, Vancouver New Zealand 604-684-7388 1200-888 Dunmuir Street, Vancouver Norway 604-682-7977 200 Burrard Street, Vancouver Phillippines 604-685-7645 1405-700 West Pender Street, Vancouver Poland 604-688-3530 1177 West Hastings St. Suite 1600 Vancouver Portugal 604-688-6514 904-700 West Pender Street, Vancouver Senegal 604-684-5359 700-555 West Hastings Street, Vancouver Singapore 604-669-5115 1305-999 West Hastings St. Vancouver Slovak Republic 604-682-0991 247 Abott Street, Vancouver Switzerland 604-684-2231 790-999 Canada Place, Vancouver Sweden 604-683-5838 1100-1168 West Georgia St. Vancouver Taiwan 604-689-7147 925 West Georgia Street, Vancouver Thailand 604-687-1143 1040 Burrard Street, Vancouver Turkey 604-526-1300 3-7257 Kingsway Street, Burnaby Ukraine

604-430-5454 3819 Sunset Avenue, Burnaby United States of America 604-685-4311 1095 West Pender Street, Vancouver Uruguay 604-681-1377 1818-1177 West Hastings St. Vancouver

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$BNFSPO 4U #VSOBCZ #$ 7 + - McGill Branch 604-299-8955 4595 Albert St. Burnaby BC V5C 2G6 Tommy Douglas Library 604-522-3971 7311 Kingsway Burnaby, BC V5E 1G8 Coquitlam Public Library library.coquitlam.bc.ca/default.htm Poirier Branch 604-937-4141 1PJSJFS 4U $PRVJUMBN #$ 7 + " City Centre Branch 1169 Pinetree Way. $PRVJUMBN, BC. V3B 0Y1 604-554-7323 Fraser Valley Regional Library Abbotsford Administrative Centre 604-859-7141 1-888-668-4141 (Toll free within BC) 34589 DeLair Rd. Abbotsford, BC Canada V2S 5Y1 Abbotsford Community Library 604-853-1753 33355 Bevan Ave. Abbotsford, BC, V2S 0E7 Agassiz Library 604-796-9510 7140 Cheam Ave Agassiz, B.C. V0M 1A0 Aldergrove Library 604-856-6415 26770 - 29 Avenue Aldergrove, B.C. V4W 3B8 Boston Bar Library 604-867-8847 Boston Bar Elementary School 47643 Old Boston Bar Road Boston Bar, B.C. V0K 1C0 Brookswood Library 604-534-7055 20045-40 Ave. Langley, B.C. V3A 2W2 Chilliwack Library 604-792-1941 45860 First Avenue Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 7K1 City of Langley Library 604-514-2850 20399 Douglas Crescent Langley, B.C. V3A 4B3 Clearbrook Library 604-859-7329 32320 George Ferguson Way Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 6N4 Fort Langley Library 604-888-0722 9167 Glover Road Fort Langley, B.C. V1M 2R6 George Mackie Library 604-594-8155 8440 - 112th Street Delta, B.C. V4C 4W9 Hope Library 604-869-2313 1005A - 6th Avenue Hope, B.C. V0X 1L4 Ladner Pioneer Library 604-946-6215 4683 - 51st Street Delta, B.C. V4K 2V8 Maple Ridge Public Library

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604-467-7417 130-22470 Dewdney Trunk Road Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 5Z6 Mission Library 604-826-6610 33247 Second Avenue Mission, B.C. V2V 1J9 Mount Lehman Library 5875 Mt. Lehman Road Abbotsford, B.C. V4X 1V5 604-856-4988 Muriel Arnason Library Township of Langley Civic Centre 130 - 20338 65 Avenue Langley, B.C. V2Y 2X3 604-532-3590 Murrayville Library Unit 100 - 22071 48th Ave. Langley, B.C. V3A 3N1 604-533-0339 Pitt Meadows Public Library 604-465-4113 #200 - 12099 Harris Road Pitt Meadows, B.C. V3Y 0E5 Sardis Library 604-858-5503 5819 Tyson Rd. Sardis, B.C. V2R 3R6 Terry Fox Library 604-927-7999 2470 Mary Hill Road Port Coquitlam, B.C. V3C 3B1 Tsawwassen Library 604-943-2271 1321A - 56th St. Delta, B.C. V4L 2A6 Walnut Grove Community Centre Library 604-882-0410 8889 Walnut Grove Drive Langley, B.C. V1M 2N7 White Rock Library 604-541-2201 15342 Buena Vista White Rock, B.C. V4B 1Y6 Yale Elementary School Library 604-863-2279 65050 Albert St. Yale, B.C. V0K 2S0 Yarrow Library 604-823-4664 4670 Community Street Yarrow, B.C. V2R 5E1 Gibsons and District Public Library 604-886-2130 gibsons.bclibrary.ca 470 South Fletcher Road Gibsons, B.C. V0N 1V0 Greater Victoria Public Library Central 1-250-382-7241 735 Broughton St. Victoria BC. V8W 3H2 Bruce Hutchison 1-250-727-0104 4636 Elk Lake Dr. Victoria, BC. V8Z 7K2 Central Saanich 1-250-727-0104 4636 Elk Lake Dr. Victoria, BC. V8Z 7K2 Emily Carr 1-250-475-6100 3500 Blanshard St. Victoria, BC V8X 1W3 Esquimalt 1-250-414-7198 1231 Esquimalt Rd. Victoria, BC V9A 3P1 Goudy 1-250-391-5702 119-755 Goldstream Ave. Victoria, BC V9B 0H9 Juan de Fuca 1-250-391-0653 1759 Island Hwy. Victoria, BC V9B 1J1 Nellie McClung 1-250-477-7111 3950 Cedar Hill Rd. Victoria, BC V8P 3Z9 Oak Bay 1-250-592-2489 1442 Monterey Ave. Victoria, BC. V8S 4W1 Saanich Centennial 1-250-477-9030 3110 Tillicum Rd. Victoria, BC. V9A 6T2 New Westminster Public Library 604-527-4660 716 - 6th Ave New Westminster BC V3M 2B3 North Central Library Federation c/o Burns Lake Public Library

Burns Lake BC V0J 1E0 1-250-692-3192 North Vancouver City Library 120 W 14th St North Vancouver BC. V7M 1N9 604-998-3450 Fax:604-980-8145 North Vancouver District Public Library www.nvdpl.ca/ Lynn Valley Branch 604-984-0286 1277 Lynn Valley Rd North Vancouver, B.C. V7J 2A1 Capilano Branch 604-987-4471 3045 Highland Blvd.

North Vancouver, B.C. V7R 2X4 Parkgate Branch 604-929-3727 3675 Banff Court North Vancouver, B.C. V7H 2Z8 Pemberton and District Library pemberton.bclibrary.ca/ 604-894-6916 7390A Cottonwood St. Pemberton, B.C. VON 2L0 Port Moody Public Library library.portmoody.ca/ 604-469-4575 PO Box 37 Port Moody BC V3H 3E1 Powell River Public Library 604-485-4796 4411 Michigan Ave Powell River BC V8A 2S3 Richmond Public Library www.yourlibrary.ca Brighouse Branch 100-7700 Minoru Gate Richmond, B.C. V6Y 1R8 604-231-6404 Ironwood Branch 11688 Steveston Hwy, Unit 8200 Richmond, B.C. V7A 1N6 604-231-6468 Steveston Branch 4111 Moncton Street Richmond, B.C. V7E 3A8 604-274-2012 Cambie Branch Unit 150 - 11590 Cambie Road Richmond, B.C. V6X 3Z5 604) 273-2223 Sechelt Public Library PO Box 2104 Sechelt BC V0N 3A0 604-885-3260 Fax:604-885-5183 Squamish Public Library PO Box 1039 Squamish BC V8B 0A7 604-892-3110 Fax:604-892-9376 Surrey Public Library www.surreylibraries.ca City Centre Library 10350 University Drive Surrey, B.C. V3T 4B8 604-598-7300 Cloverdale Branch 5642 - 176A Street Surrey, B.C. V3S 4G9 604-598-7320 Fleetwood Branch 15996 - 84 Avenue Surrey, B.C. V4N 0W1 604-598-7340 Guildford Branch 15105 - 105th Avenue Surrey, B.C. V3R 7G8 604-598-7360 Newton Branch 13795 - 70th Ave. Surrey, B.C. V3W 0E1 604-598-7400 Ocean Park Branch 12854 - 17th Avenue Surrey, B.C. V4A 1T5 604-502-6304 Port Kells Branch 18885 - 88th Avenue Surrey, B.C. V3S 5X7 604-598-744 Semiahmoo 1815 - 152nd Street, Surrey, B.C. V4A 9Y9 604-592-6900 Strawberry Hill 7399 - 122nd Street Surrey, B.C. V3W 5J2 604-501-5836 Vancouver Public Library www.vpl.ca

Central Library 350 West Georgia Street Vancouver, B.C. V6B 6B1 604-331-3603 Britannia Branch 1661 Napier Street Vancouver, B.C. V5L 4X4 604-665-2222 Carnegie Branch 401 Main St. Vancouver, B.C. V6A 2T7 604-665-3010 Champlain Heights Branch 7110 Kerr St. Vancouver, B.C. V5S 4W2 604-665-3955 Collingwood Branch 2985 Kingsway Vancouver, B.C. V5R 5J4 604-665-3953 Dunbar Branch 4515 Dunbar St. Vancouver, B.C. V6S 2G7 604-665-3968 Firehall Branch 1455 West 10th Avenue Vancouver, B.C. V6H 1J8 604-665-3970 Fraserview Branch 1950 Argyle Drive Vancouver, B.C. V5P 2A8 604-665-3957 Hastings Branch 604-665-3959 2674 East Hastings Street Vancouver, B.C. V5K 1Z6 Joe Fortes Branch 604-665-3972 870 Denman Street Vancouver, B.C. V6G 2L8 Kensington Branch 604-665-3961 1428 Cedar Cottage Mews Vancouver B.C. V5N 5Z1 Kerrisdale Branch 604-665-3974 2112 West 42 Avenue Vancouver, B.C. V6M 2B6 Kitsilano Branch 604-665-3976 2425 MacDonald Street Vancouver, B.C. V6K 3Y9 Marpole Branch 604-665-3978 8386 Granville Street Vancouver, B.C. V6P 4Z7 Mount Pleasant Branch 604-665-3962 1 Kingsway Vancouver, B.C. V5T 3H7 Oakridge Branch 604-665-3980 191 - 650 West 41st Avenue Vancouver, B.C. V5Z 2M9 Renfrew Branch 604-257-8705 2969 East 22nd Avenue Vancouver, B.C. V5M 2Y3 South Hill Branch 604-665-3965 6076 Fraser Street Vancouver, B.C. V5W 2Z7 Strathcona Branch 604-665-3967 592 East Pender Street Vancouver, B.C. V6A 1V5 Terry Salman Branch 604-665-3964 4575 Clancy Loranger Way Vancouver, BC V5Y 2M4 West Point Grey Branch 604-665-3982 4480 West 10th Avenue Vancouver, B.C. V6R 2H9 West Vancouver Memorial Library 604-925-7400 1950 Marine Dr West Vancouver BC V7V 1J8 Whistler Public Library 604-935-8433 4329 Main St Whistler BC V0N 1B4 Alert Bay Public Library 1-250-974-5721 PO Box 440, Alert Bay BC, V0N 1A0 Kootenay Library Federation 1-888-664-4553 PO Box 3125 Castlegar BC. V1N 3H4 Beaver Valley Branch beavervalley.bclibrary.ca

1-250-367-7114 1847 - 1st Street PO Box 429 Fruitvale, BC V0G 1L0 Castlegar Branch castlegar.bclibrary.ca 1-250-365-6611 1005 Third Street Castlegar, BC V1N 2A2 Cranbrook Branch www.cranbrookpubliclibrary.ca 250-426-4063 1212 2nd St. North Cranbrook BC V1C 4T6 Creston Branch www.crestonlibrary.com/ 250-428-4141 531 - 16th Ave. S Creston BC V0B 1G5 Elkford Branch www.elkfordlibrary.org 816 Michel Road PO Box 280 Elkford BC V0B 1H0 Fernie Branch fernie.bclibrary.ca 1-250-423-4458 492 Third Avenue PO Box 448 Fernie BC V0B 1M0 Grand Forks Branch grandforks.bclibrary.ca 1-250-442-3944 7342 Fifth Street PO Box 1539 Grand Forks BC V0H 1H0 Greenwood Branch invermere.bclibrary.ca 1-250-342-6416 201 - 7th Avenue PO Box 989 Invermere BC V0A 1K0 Kaslo Branch kaslo.bclibrary.ca/ 1-250-353-2942 413 Fourth Street PO Box 760 Kaslo BC V0G 1M0 Kimberley Branch kimberley.bclibrary.c 250-427-3112 115 Spokane St Kimberley BC V1A 2E5 Midway Branch midway.bclibrary.ca 1-250-449-2620 612 - 6th Avenue PO Box 268 Midway BC V0H 1M0 Nakusp Branch nakusp.bclibrary.ca 1-250-265-3363 92 - 6th Avenue, NW PO Box 297 Nakusp BC V0G 1R0 Nelson Branch nelson.bclibrary.ca 1-250-352-6333 602 Stanley St Nelson BC V1L 1N4 Radium Hot Springs Branch radium.bclibrary.ca 1-250-347-2434 Unit #2 Main Street West PO Box 293 Radium Hot Springs, BC, V0A 1M0 Rossland Branch rossland.bclibrary.ca 1-250-362-7611 2180 Columbia Avenue PO Box 190 Rossland BC V0G 1Y0 Salmo Branch salmo.bclibrary.ca 1-250-357-2312 106 - 4th Street, PO Box 458 Salmo BC V0G 1Z0 Sparwood Branch sparwood.bclibrary.ca 1-250-425-2299 110 Pine Avenue PO Box 1060 Sparwood BC V0B 2G0 Trail Branch www.traillibrary.com 1-250-364-1731 1051 Victoria St Trail BC V1R 3T3 Lillooet Area Public Library PO Box 939 Lillooet BC. V0K 1V0 Lillooet Library 1-250-256-7944 930 Main Street PO Box 939 Lillooet, B.C. V0K 1V0 Gold Bridge Library Branch 1-250-238-25211 Haylmore Street. General Delivery

Gold Bridge, B.C. V0K 1P0 Bridge River Library Branch 1-250-259-8242 41 Bridge River Town site PO Box 19 Shalalth, B.C. V0N 3C0 Burns Lake Public Library 1-250-692-3192 PO Box 449 Burns Lake BC V0J 1E0 Cariboo Regional District Library 1-250-392-3351 180 - 3rd Ave N Suite D Williams Lake BC. V2G 2A4 Castlegar & District Public Library 1-250-365-6611 1005 Third St. Castlegar BC. V1N 2A2 Chetwynd Public Library 1-250-788-2559 PO Box 1420. Chetwynd BC. V0C 1J0 Cranbrook Public Library 1-250-426-4063 1212 2nd St. North. Cranbrook BC. V1C 4T6 Dawson Creek Municipal Public Library 1-250-782-4661 1001 McKellar Ave. Dawson Creek BC. V1G 4W7 Elkford Public Library 1-250-865-2912 PO Box 280 Elkford BC. V0B 1H0 Fernie Public Library 1-250-423-4458 PO Box 448 Fernie BC. V0B 1M0 Fort Nelson Public Library 1-250-774-6777 PO Box 330 Fort Nelson BC. V0C 1R0 Fort St. James Public Library 1-250-996-7431 PO Box 729 Fort St. James BC V0J 1P0 Fort St. John Public Library 1-250-785-3731 10015 - 100th Ave. Fort St. John BC. V1J 1Y7 Fraser Lake Public Library 1-250-699-8888 PO Box 520 Fraser Lake BC V0J 1S0 Grand Forks & District Public Library 1-250-442-3944 PO Box 1539.

Grand Forks BC. V0H 1H0 Grand Forks & District Public Library 1-250-442-3944 PO Box 1539 Grand Forks BC V0H 1H0 Granisle Public Library 1-250-697-2713 PO Box 550 Granisle BC. V0J 1W0 Greenwood Public Library 1-250-445-6111 PO Box 279 Greenwood BC. V0H 1J0 Hazelton District Public Library 1-250-842-5961 PO Box 323 Hazelton BC. V0J 1Y0 Hazelton District Public Library 1-250-842-5961 PO Box 323 Hazelton BC. V0J 1Y0 Houston Public Library 1-250-845-2256 PO Box 840 Houston BC V0J 1Z0 Hudson's Hope Public Library 1-250-783-9414 PO Box 269 Hudson's Hope BC. V0C 1V0 Invermere Public Library 1-250-342-6416 PO Box 989 Invermere BC. V0A 1K0 Kimberley Public Library 1-250-427-3112 115 Spokane St Kimberley BC V1A 2E5 Kimberley Public Library 1-250-427-3112 115 Spokane St. Kimberley BC. V1A 2E5 Kitimat Public Library 1-250-632-8985 940 Wakashan Ave. Kitimat Bc. V8C 2G3 Mackenzie Public Library Box 750 Mackenzie BC. V0J 2C0 1-250-997-6343 McBride & District Public Library 1-250-569-2411 PO Box 489 McBride BC V0J 2E0 Midway Public Library 1-250-449-2620 PO Box 268 Midway BC. V0H 1M0

52 | Guidebook info #20 - 301 Hwy. 33 West Nelson Public Library 1-250-352-6333 Kelowna, B.C. V1X 1X8 602 Stanley St Nelson BC. V1L Salmon Arm Branch 1N4 1-250-832-6161 #285 Piccadilly Mall 1151 10th Ave. SW Okanagan Regional Library 1-250-860-4033 Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 1T3 1430 KLO Rd Kelowna BC V1W Sicamous Branch 3P6 1-250-836-4845 Armstrong Branch #2 - 446 Main Street 1-250-546-8311 Sicamous, B.C. V0E 2V0 #10 - 3305 Smith Drive Silver Creek Branch Armstrong, B.C. V0E 1B1 1-250-832-4719 Cherryville Branch 921 Salmon River Rd. 1-250-547-9776 Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 3G3 1114 Hwy. 6, Cherryville, B.C. South Shuswap Branch V0E 2G3 1-250-675-4818 Enderby Branch #1 - 2676 Fairway Hills Road 1-250-838-6488 Blind Bay, B.C. V0E 1H2 Box 226 (Mailing Address) Summerland Branch 514 Cliff Avenue (Location) 1-250-494-5591 Enderby, B.C. V0E 1V0 9525 Wharton Street Falkland Branch Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z0 1-250-379-2705 Vernon Branch 5771 - Highway 97 1-250-542-7610 P.O. Box 33, Falkland, B.C. 2800 - 30th Ave. V0E 1W0 Vernon, B.C. V1T 8S3 Golden Branch Westbank Branch 1-250-344-6516 1-250-768-4369 819 Park Ave., Golden, B.C. #31 - 2484 Main St. (Hwy 97 S) V0A 1H0 West Kelowna, B.C. V4T 2G2 Hedley Branch 1-250-292-8209 Pender Island Public Library 789 Scott Ave., Hedley, B.C. PO Box 12 Pender Island V0X 1K0 BC V0N 2M0 Kaleden Branch Pender Island Public Library 1-250-497-8066 Branch 101 Linden Ave., Kaleden, B.C. 1-250-629-3722 V0H 1K0 4407 Bedwell Harbour Road Kelowna Branch Pender Island, BC V0N 2M0 1-250-762-2800 Mayne Island Public Library 1380 Ellis St. Kelowna, B.C. V1Y Branch 2A2 1-250-539-2597 Keremeos Branch 411 Naylor Road 1-250-499-2313 Mayne Island, BC V0N 2J0 638 - 7th Ave., Keremeos, B.C. Galiano Island Community V0X 1N0 Library Branch Lake Country Branch 1-250.539.2141 1-250-766-3141 2-1290 Sturdies Bay Road #2 - 10150 Bottom Wood Lake Galiano Island BC V0N 1P0 Rd. Eddie Reid Memorial Lake Country, B.C. V4V 2M1 Library Branch Lumby Branch 1-250-539-5312 1-250-547-9528 140 East Point Road 2250 Shields Ave., Lumby, B.C. Saturna Island, BC V0N 2Y0 V0E 2G0 Penticton Public Library Mission Branch 1-250-770-7781 1-250-764-2254 785 Main St. Penticton BC. 4105 Gordon Dr. Kelowna, B.C. V2A 5E3 V1W 4Z1 Prince George Public Library Naramata Branch Bob Harkins Branch 1-250-496-5679 1-250-563-9251 3580 Third St. Naramata, B.C. 887 Dominion Street V0H 1N0 Prince George, BC V2L 5L1 North Shuswap Branch Nechako Branch 1-250-955-8198 1-250-962-9710 3867 Squilax Anglemont Rd 6547 Hart Highway Scotch Creek BC V0E 1M5 Prince George, BC V2K 3A4 Okanagan Falls Branch Prince Rupert Library 1-250-497-5886 1-250-627-1345 #101 - 850 Railway Lane 101 6th Ave Okanagan Falls, B.C. V0H 1R4 W Prince Rupert BC V8J 1Y9 Oliver Branch Radium Hot Springs Public Library 1-250-498-2242 1-250-347-2434 6239 Station St., Oliver, B.C. PO Box 293 Radium V0H 1T0 Hot Springs V0A 1M0 Osoyoos Branch Rossland Public Library 1-250-495-7637 1-250-362-7611 8505 68th Ave., Osoyoos, B.C. PO Box 190 Rossland BC. V0G 1Y0 V0H 1V0 Salmo Public Library Oyama Branch 1-250-357-2312 1-250-548-3377 PO Box 458 Salmo BC V0G 1Z0 15718 Oyama Rd. Salt Spring Island Public Library Oyama, B.C. V4V 2E1 1-250-537-4666 Peachland Branch 129 McPhillips Ave 1-250-767-9111 Salt Spring Island BC V8K 2T6 Peachland Village Mall Smithers Public Library #40 - 5500 Clements Crescent 1-250-847-3043 Peachland, B.C. V0H 1X5 PO Box 55 Smithers BC V0J 2N0 Princeton Branch Sparwood Public Library 1-250-295-6495 1-250-425-2299 107 Vermilion Avenue PO Box 1060 Sparwood BC Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0 V0B 2G0 Revelstoke Branch Stewart Public Library 1-250-837-5095 1-250-636-2380 605 Campbell Avenue PO Box 546 Stewart BC V0T 1W0 Revelstoke, B.C. V0E 2S0 Taylor Public Library Rutland Branch 1-250-789-9878 1-250-765-8165 PO Box 730 Taylor BC. V0C 2K0

May 16, 2014 | British Columbia | Guidebook Port Alice BC, V0N 2N0 Port Clements Branch 1-250-557-4402 Box. 283, 35 Cedar Ave E Port Clements BC V0T 1R0 Port Hardy Branch Tumbler Ridge Public Library 1-250-242-4778 1-250-949-6661 PO Box 70 Tumbler Ridge 7110 Market BC V0C 2W0 Port Hardy BC V0N 2P0 Port McNeill Branch 1-250-956-3669 Valemount Public Library 1-250-566-4367 4-1584 Broughton PO Box 368 Valemount BC V0E Port McNeill BC V0N 2R0 2Z0 Port Renfrew Branch Phone: 250-647-5423 PO Box 108, 6638 Deering Rd Vancouver Island Regional Library 1-250-758-4697 Port Renfrew BC V0S 1K0 Box 3333 Nanaimo BC V9R 5N3 Quadra Island Branch Bella Coola Branch 1-250-285-2216 1-250-799-5330 654 Harper Rd 450 MacKenzie St Quathiaski Cove BC V0P 1N0 Bella Coola BC. V0T 1C0 Qualicum Beach Branch Bowser Branch 1-250-752-6121 1-250-757-9570 660 Primrose Box 181 #111 - 6996 Qualicum Beach BC. V9K 1S9 W Island Hwy Bowser BC V0R 1G0 Queen Charlotte Branch Campbell River Branch 1-250-559-4518 1-250-287-3655 Box 339, 138 Bay, Community Hall 1240 Shoppers Row Queen Charlotte BC V0T 1S0 Campbell River BC V9W 2C8 Sandspit Branch Chemainus Branch 1-250-637-2247 Phone: 250-246-9471 Box 228, Seabreeze Plaza, 2592 Legion St Alliford Bay Rd. Sandspit BC V0T Chemainus BC V0R 1K3 1T0 Comox Branch Sayward Branch 1-250-339-2971 1-250-282-5551 1720 Beaufort Ave 641C Kelsey Way Comox BC V9M 1R7 Sayward BC V0P 1R0 Cortes Island Branch Sidney / North Saanich Branch 1-250-935-6566 1-250-656-0944 1255 Seaford Road (Linnaea Farm) 10091 Resthaven Drive Manson's Landing, BC. V0P 1K0 Sidney BC V8L 3G3 Courtenay Branch Sointula Branch 1-250-334-3369 1-250-973-6493 300 6th Street 280 1st Street Courtenay BC V9N 9V9 Sointula BC V0N 3E0 Cowichan Branch Sooke Branch 1-250-746-7661 Phone: (250)642-3022 2687 James St., Duncan BC., 2065 Anna Marie Road V9L 2X5 Sooke BC V9Z 0A4 Cowichan Lake Branch South Cowichan Branch 1-250-749-3431 1-250-743-5436 68 Renfrew Avenue PO Box 918 Box 118, 310-2720 Mill Bay Rd. Lake Cowichan BC V0R 2G0 Mill Bay BC V0R 2P0 Cumberland Branch Tahsis Branch 1-250-336-8121 1-250-934-6621 2746 Dunsmuir Ave., 977 Maquinna Dr S Cumberland BC Tahsis BC V0P 1X0 Gabriola Island Branch Tofino Branch 1-250-247-7878 1-250-725-3713 #5 - 575 North Rd, 331 Main St Tofino BC V0R 2Z0 Gabriola Island BC V0R 1X5 Ucluelet Branch Gold River Branch 1-250-726-4642 1-250-283-2502 500 Matterson Dr Gold River Branch Ucluelet BC V0R 3A0 396 Nimpkish Dr Union Bay Branch Gold River BC., V0P 1G0 1-250-335-2433 Hornby Island Branch 5527 Island Hwy 1-250-335-0044 Union Bay BC V0R 3B0 1765 Sollans Rd Woss Branch Hornby Island BC 1-250-281-2263 V0R 1Z0 4503B Railway Ave Ladysmith Branch Woss BC V0N 3P0 1-250-245 2322 #3 - 740 First Ave., Vanderhoof Public Library Ladysmith BC., V9G 1A3 1-250-567-4060 Masset Branch Bag 6000 Vanderhoof BC V0J 3A0 1-250-626-3663 Box 710, 2123 Collison Ave Masset BC V0T 1M0 Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch 1-250-753-1154 Vancouver Airport 604-207-7077 90 Commercial St Yvr.ca Nanaimo BC., V9R 5G4 Nanaimo Wellington Branch Harbour Air 604-274-1277 1-250-758-5544 Harbour-air.com 3032 Barons Rd Nanaimo BC V9T 4B5 Helijet Airways 800-665-4354 Parksville Branch Helijet.com 1-250-248-3841 100 Jensen Ave E West Coast Air 604-606-6800 Parksville BC., V9P 1K3 Westcoastair.com Port Alberni Branch 1-250-723-9511 4255 Wallace St, Unit B Port Alberni BC V9Y 3Y6 Port Alice Branch 1-250-284-3554 Veteran's Taxi Service 617-527-0300 Box 190, Marine Drive Thompson-Nicola Regional District Trail & District Public Library 1-250-364-1731 1051 Victoria St Trail BC V1R 3T3

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Bay State Taxi 617-566-5000 Independent Taxi 617-426-8700 Black Top & Checker cabs 604-731-1111 Limojet 604-273-1331 Vancouver Taxi 604-871-1111 Yellow Cab 604-681-1111 Airporter bus 604-946-8866 Yvrairporter.com Amtrak 800-872-7245 B.C. Ferries 888-BCFERRY Bcferries.bc.ca City buses 604-953-3333 Translink.bc.ca Gray Line of Victoria 800-667-0882 Greyhound Lines of Canada 604-683-8133 Pacific Coach Lines 604-662-7575 Pacificcoach.com SeaBus Translink.bc.ca 604-953-3333 SkyTrain 604-953-3333 Translink.bc.ca VIA Rail 888-842-7245 Viarail.ca MBTA 617-722-3200 Peter Pan 800-343-9999 Greyhound Bus Lines 800-231-2222 Continental Airlines 800-525-0280 Delta Airlines 800-221-1212 United Airlines 800-241-6522

Tourism and Trade B.C. Chamber of Commerce 604-683-0700 Bcchamber.org BC Place Stadium 604-669-2300 Bcplacestadium.com Better Business Bureau 604-682-2711 Bbbvan.org Real Estate Board of Vancouver 604-730-3000 Rebgv.org Tourism British Columbia 800-435-5622 Hellobc.com Tourism Vancouver 604-683-2000 Tourismvancouver.com

Shopping centres Metropolis at Metrotown 604-438-4700 4720 Kingsway Suite 604, Burnaby, V5H 4N2 www.metropolisatmetrotown. com Park Royal 604-922-3211 2002 Park Royal South, West Vancouver V7T 2W4 www.shopparkroyal.com Pacific Centre 604-688-7236 701 Georgia St W, Vancouver V7Y 1G5 www.pacificcentre.com Guildford Town Centre 604-585-1565 2695 Guildford Town Centre, Surrey V3R 7C1 www.guildfordtowncentre.com Coquitlam Centre 604-468-5650

2929 Barnet Hwy Suite 2201, Coquitlam V3B 5R5 www.coquitlamcentre.com Uptown Centre (formerly Town and Country Centre) 250-383-8093 NP, Victoria V8Z 0B9 www.shopuptown.ca Richmond Centre 604-713-7467 6551 No 3 Rd, Richmond V6Y 2B6 www.richmondcentre.com Woodgrove Centre 250-740-3555 6631 Island Hwy N, Nanaimo V9T 4T7 www.woodgrovecentre.com Lougheed Town Centre 604-421-3434 9855 Austin Ave, Burnaby V3J 1N4 www.lougheedtowncentre.com Willowbrook Shopping Centre 604-530-2115 19705 Fraser Hwy, Langley V3A 7E9 www.shopwillowbrook.com Central City Shopping Centre 604-588-5271 10153 King George Blvd, Surrey V3T 2W1 www.centralcity.ca Lansdowne Centre 604-270-1344 5300 No 3 Rd, Richmond V6X 2X9 www.lansdowne-centre.com Sevenoaks Shopping Centre 604-853-7153 32900 S Fraser Way Suite 201, Abbotsford V2S 5A1 www.shopsevenoaks.com Aberdeen Centre 604-273-1234 4151 Hazelbridge Way, RichmondV6X 4J7 www.aberdeencentre.com Brentwood Town Centre 604-299-0606 4567 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby V5C 3Z6 www.brentwoodtowncentre.com Tillicum Centre 250-381-7123 3170 Tillicum Rd, Victoria V9A 7C5 www.tillicumcentre.ca Aberdeen Mall 250-374-3400 1320 Trans Canada Hwy W Suite 275, Kamloops V1S 1J2 www.aberdeenmall.ca Westshore Town Centre 250-474-3269 2945 Jacklin Rd, Victoria V9B 5E3 www.westshoretowncentre.com Mayfair Shopping Centre 250-383-0541 3147 Douglas St Suite 221, Victoria V8Z 6E3 www.mayfairshoppingcentre.com Capilano Mall 604-990-5426 935 Marine Dr, North VancouverV7P 1S3 www.capilanomall.com

Movie Theaters Ü Vancouver Cineplex Odeon International Village Cinemas 604-806-0799 88 West Pender Van, V6B 6N9 Dunbar Theatre 604-222-2991 4555 Dunbar St. Vancouver, BC V6S 2G7 Fifth Avenue Cinemas 604-734-7469 2110 Burrard St. Vancouver, BC V6J 3H5 OMNIMAX Theatre at Science World 604-443-7443 1455 Quebec St. Vancouver, BC Pacific Cinematheque

604-688-3456 1131 Howe St. Vancouver, BC V6Z 2L7 Rio Theatre 604-878-3456 1660 E. Broadway V ancouver, BC V5N 1W1 Scotiabank Theatre 604-630-1407 900 Burrard Street Vancouver, BC, V6Z 3G5 The Park Theatre 604-709-3456 3440 Cambie Street Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W8 Vancity Theatre 604-683-3456 1181 Seymour St. Vancouver, BC V6B 3M7 Ü North Vancouver Landmark Cinemas 6 Esplanade 604-983-2762 200 West Esplanade North Vancouver. BC V7M 1A4 Park & Tilford 604-985-3911 333 Brooksbank Ave. North Van. BC V7J 3S8 Ü Pitt Meadows Cineplex Odeon Meadowtown Centre Cinemas 604-460-6455 410-19800 Lougheed Hwy. Pitt Meadows, V3Y 2W1 Hollywood 3 19190 Lougheed Hwy Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 1B3 604-459-6004 Ü Langley Colossus 604-513-8747 20090-91A Ave. Langley, BC V1M 3Y9 Ü White Rock Criterion 4 604-531-7456 2381 King George Hwy White Rock, BC V4B 1A6 Rialto Twin 1732 Johnston Road (152 Street) White Rock, BC V4B 1L3 604-541-9527 Ü Burnaby Dolphin Cinema 4555 Hastings St. Burnaby, BC V5C 2K3 604-569-3369 SilverCity Metropolis 4700 Kingsway Ave Burnaby, BC V5H 4M1 604-435-7474 Ü Surrey Hollywood 3 Cinemas 604-592-4441 7125 138th Street Surrey, BC V3W 0E1 Landmark Cinemas 12 Guildford 604-581-4218 15051-101st Avenue Surrey, BC V3R 7Z1 Strawberry Hills Cinemas 604-501-9400 12161 72nd Ave. Surrey, BC V3W 2M1 Ü Coquitlam SilverCity Coquitlam 604-523-2911 170 Schoolhouse St. Coquitlam, BC V3K 4X9 Ü Richmond SilverCity Riverport 604-277-5993 14211 Entertainment Way Richmond, BC V6W 1K4 Ü New Westminster The Landmark Cinemas 10 604-549-9292 390-800 Carnarvon Street New Westminster, BC V3M 1G2

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Rent Property WESSEX GATE 3408 Crowley Drive Vancouver, BC V5R 6C3, Near Collingwood Village & Joyce St Skytrain Key property details Great selection of contemporary studio and one and two-bedroom apartments. Features include a resident lounge and a large, bright central laundry facility Modern exercise room with cardio equipment, universal gym and a TV located in neighbouring Earles Court.

1.888.460.3108 Maple Apartments 1220 Cardero St. Vancouver, BC V6G 2H7 Near Cardero St & Davie St Maple Apartments is a 9 storey character building Clean & quiet building.

1.888.311.0754 Regency Park 1225 Cardero St. Vancouver, BC V6G 2H8 Near Cardero St & Davie St, The views alone are worth the rent, All suites are fully renovated In the heart of Vancouver’s West End 1.888.534.0536 Ocean Park Place 990 Broughton St. Vancouver, BC V6G 2A5 Near Nelson St. & Broughton St. Private balconies. Just minutes to the beach 1.866.921.1905 Collingwood Village 3528 Vanness Ave. Vancouver, BC V5R 6G4 Near Collingwood Village & Joyce St Professional on-site staff maintains the building premises and grounds.

Fitness Room, roof top barbecue area and tenant lounge. Security measures, such as computercontrolled card access and a video surveillance system give you peace of mind. 1.888.460.3108 The Melbourne 3433 Crowley Drive Vancouver, BC V5R 6C5 Near Collingwood Village & Joyce St Computer-controlled card access and a video surveillance system give you peace of mind.

Meeting room and a large, bright central laundry facility.

1.888.460.3108 Barafield Apartments 1260 Harwood St. Vancouver, BC V6E 2S4 Near Jervis St & Harwood St Aquatic and Recreation Center nearby

Parking available. 1.888.556.5171

1.888.540.6758

Georgian Towers 1450 West Georgia Street Vancouver, BC V6G 2T8 Near West Georgia St & Nicola St. $700 Move-in Bonus, Fabulous views from apartments Large gym on site. 1.866.757.0896

The Westridge 4170 & 4180 Nanaimo Street Vancouver V5N 5H7, Near Nanaimo Skytrain Station Conveniently located near Nanaimo Skytrain Station. Many with views of the North Shore mountains and city Smoke free environment 1.888.460.3235

Forte 1755 West 14th Avenue Vancouver, BC Near West 14th Ave & Burrard St. Forte Apartments is surrounded by beautiful gardens and majestic mountain and city views. Resident managers on-site. FOB access security system. Large updated units. Pedestrian-friendly streets and lively cafe-strewn sidewalks.

1.866.941.7403 600 Drake 600 Drake Street Vancouver, BC V6B 5W7 Near Yaletown, This apartment community includes furnished and unfurnished suites with heat and hot water, balconies, carpet or laminate flooring A well-lit and gated underground parking facility and bicycle storage. 1.888.459.6068 Metropolitan Towers 930 & 980 Seymour Street Vancouver, BC V6B 1B4. Near Seymour St & Smithe St Now offering 3 month leases on Furnished Bachelor Suites! *Please call for more details Games / Social Room & Theatre/ Media Room Guest Suite. 1.888.430.8149 Bayview at Coal Harbour 1529 West Pender Street Vancouver, BC V6G 3J3 Near W Pender St & Nicola St, Concierge Service Brand new stainless steel appliances, Great ocean and mountains view 1.888.431.2158 Dunway Court 3550 West Broadway Vancouver, BC V6R 2B6 Near Alma St & W Broadway Unique California style building with superior customer service. Indoor parking. Close to Kitsilano Beach.

604.714.4082 Laurier House 4750 Arbutus Street Vancouver, BC V6J 4A4 Near Arbutus Street & W 33rd Avenue Laurier House offers sophisticated West Coast living. Beautifully landscaped gardens Wheel Chair Friendly.

1.866.454.9857 Larchway Gardens 2475-2485 West Broadway Vancouver, BC V6K 2E7, Near Larch St & W Broadway, Unique California style building, Indoor parking, Superior customer service.

1.877.640.1781 Kingsley Manor 2121 Franklin Street Vancouver, BC V5L 1R7 Near Lakewood Dr & Franklin St. Great Unit! Freshly Painted Brand New Kitchen Clean Quiet Building You have to come and see it!

Simon Fraser University is nearby.

Cheryl Manor 210 East 2nd Street Vancouver, BC V7L 1C5 Near 3rd St. E. & Lonsdale Ave. Bach/ Studio. Heat & Water Included - Plus Electricity. 1.888.310.0541 Shelley Court 230 East 2nd Street Vancouver, BC V7L 1C5 Near 3rd St. E. & Lonsdale Ave. 1.888.858.1781 Gary Manor Near Yew St. & W 8th Ave. 2225 West 8th Avenue Vancouver, BC V6K 2A6 1.888.544.8031 Cassiar Court 1710 Cassiar Street Vancouver, BC V5M 4R9 Near East 1 Ave & Cassiar St. This well-designed complex offers contemporary 1 & 2 bdrm garden apartments and 3 bdrm townhomes. Concert’s professional on-site staff maintains the building premises and grounds Cassiar Court is pet friendly 1.888.459.4001 Fraser Pointe I and II 3033 & 3083 East Kent Avenue North Vancouver, BC V5S 4R2, Near River District. 1.888.544.8031 Townhomes also at this location Pets are permitted with some restrictions Located in Vancouver’s newest neighbourhood - The River District 1.888.459.4207 International Plaza Apartments 1989 Marine Drive, North Vancouver, BC These apartments for rent in Vancouver are just minutes away from the sea and mountains.

Located just 10 minutes from downtown and 30 minutes from Vancouver International Airport.

604-980-3606 Dolphin Square Apartments 8200 Park Road Suite 114, Richmond, BC Short walk to the Richmond Centre and in close proximity to the future Skytrain station at No3 Road and Saba. Being close to major shopping centres, schools and community 604-273-0269 Carlton Park Gardens Apartments 10951 Mortfield Rd, Richmond, BC Located south of downtown Vancouver, is close to the Steveston Highway and other major commuter routes. Beautifully landscaped grounds and the perfect community for your next home. 604-275-2664 Cypress Gardens Apartments 1114 & 1132 Howie Street, Coq., BC Located in the established central area of Coq., 1114 and 1132 Howie St. Close to parks and all

conveniences, it is your best choice for apartments for rent in Coquitlam.

604-931-3273 Sydney Place Apartments 544 Sydney Ave., Coq., BC These apartments for rent in Coquitlam are Located in the parkland community of the city, with mountain views, this mature site with large trees and gardens is the ideal location for commuting or working in the area.

604-931-3273 Sherbrooke Manor Apartments 329 Sherbrooke St., New Westminster Closeness to the Sky Train.

The short commute to downtown Vancouver or for those who work close by makes Sherbrooke Manor Apartments the ideal place to live for all.

604-980-3606 Royal Ridge Apartments 315 Agnes Street, New Westminster Close to the Columbia Sky train station, the Fraser River, Quay Public Market, Douglas College. Columbia Square Plaza and Royal City Centre Shopping Centre.

A fitness room is also available for your use at no extra charge.

604-521-7259 Park Regency Apartments 612 Clarke Rd., Coquitlam Just 15 kms from the city of Vancouver and bordering New Westminster and Burnaby, A small property with ample access to shopping at the Lougheed Mall and other retailers provides everything you would need in your day.

604-931-7376 Gateway St. 1000 Brunette Ave. Coquitlam, BC .

Near Brunette Ave. & Nelson Newly renovated suites.

Only minutes from Lougheed Mall, Braemar Gardens takes pleasure in having shopping, restaurants and a movie theatre at its doorstep.

1-888-617-4868 WHITGIFT GARDENS 550 Cottonwood Ave. Coquitlam, BC V3J 2S1. walking distance of both Mountain View and Roy Stibbs Elementary Schools. Lougheed Town Centre, hiking or biking on Burnaby Mountain, Simon Fraser University and the Millennium Skytrain Line are also nearby.

604-980-3606 Gateway It's only a short walk to Lougheed Mall Shopping Centre and public transit offering transportation. Westview Manor tenants enjoy large, renovated, one- and two-bedroom suites. Rents include heat, hot water and a storage locker. Underground parking is available.

1-888-617-4868 Tantus Towers 810 St. Andrews Street, New Westminster, BC wonderful views of either the Fraser River and Mount Baker.

The units are very large and come in various layouts, some with eat-in kitchens. All units are equipped with energy efficient windows.

604-521-7259

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Princeton Place Apt 1021 Howay Street, New Westminster, This beautifully maintained property is ideal for commuters given the closeness to the Sky Train or the short commute to downtown Vancouver.

604-521-8831

Rent ÜDowntown

Luxury Condo in Shangri-La Hotel $4500/ Month 1111 Alberni street, Vancouver. BC AVAILABLE: now(fully furnished) BEDROOMS: 2 + in-suite flex room, BATHROOMS: 2 EXPOSURE: facing pacific ocean at its 36th floor FINISHED AREA : 1,045 Sq. Ft. FLOORING: hardwood and 100% wool carpet mixed PARKING: one secured underground stall DEPOSIT: one month rent AMENITIES: 24 hour concierge, business centre, fitness centre, pool library, function room/theatre, conference room Shangri-La's world famous Chi Spa, a full menu of available hotel services restaurants include Ginger Bar, lobby lounge, "Market" by Jean-Goerges shopping on the ground floor at "Urban Fair" and Burberry (some amenities/services subject to charges) MAIN FEATURES & APPLIANCES: - Main features include central air conditioning, hardwood floor in living room, roller blinds shading system, high ceilings and high end fixtures throughout.

- The gourmet kitchen comes with Boffi Wood veneer cabinets, granite countertops and backsplash, KWC Domo kitchen faucet system, selfclosing drawers and doors, center serving island with breakfast bar.

- 6 pieces stainless steel appliances include Subzero built-in refrigerator, Miele 5 burners gas cooktop.

- Both bathrooms are equipped with wall-hung Boffi vanities, Geberit and Duravit wall-hung toilet systems, marble-tiled floors, Kallista vessel basins, and marble-tiled cast iron tub in master ensuite. Both bathrooms have large walk-in showers.

Please send me an email at comfyhome78@yahoo.ca or call to 604.461.7381.

[Rent]1Bed+Den Rent, DownTown SKY Train 689 Abboott St. DownTown Vancouver 1Bed + Den+1 parking+ Gym+ swimmingPool, South East face 270 View, hard wood/ new style interior/ SKY Train ¡°China Town- STADIUM, Costco, T&T 1ºÐ, Library, near Robson Street. $1,600 per month,No Pet ,NO Smoke. 604-862-5959.

[Rent] BEST open layout and spectacular southeast views on the 29th floor! Designed by the world renowned Foster + Partners, Jameson House features ultra sleek & modern design with leading-edge energy efficient technology. OPEN living room, spectacular views of city, 9-ft ceilings, in-floor radiant heating, contemporary kitchen by Dada

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Cucina of Italy, Gaggeneau & Subzero appliances(Washer/Dryer, 24” Stainless Steel Oven), & imported Travertine flooring. Enjoy 24/7 concierge service & the first FULLY AUTOMATED valet parking system in Canada. Within steps to the prestigious Terminal City Club & high-end shopping, #2903 is truly THE HOME to rent in the centre of Downtown Vancouver.

Ask 778-881-2396 [Rent] New Condo next to Olympic village. Downtown 1Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Den, 1 Parking , Rent $1450 Close to every amenites including public trans, shopping and restaurants P: 604-216-2915(9am - 5pm only) C: 778-288-9965, cms4070@ hotmail.com [Rent] $2600/2br/815ft Luxury 2 bedrooms at Jameson House 2903-838 West Hastings St. Vancouver BC View : Ocean view, City view, Security deposit :$1300 1 Parking No Pets, No Smoking (including on the patio), No subletting ÜVancouver

[Rent] Near DownTown 2 Bedroom + Den Condo 587 7th Ave W. Vancouver West False Creek's prestigious Condo at Affiniti. Featuring 2 Bdrms + 2 Baths, floor to ceiling windows w/ large balcony overlooking DT, False Creek and N/S Mtns. High-end appliances for superb modern living.

Close to all amenities and one block away from Olympic Village Skytrain Station. Don't miss it. $2500 per month (utilitiy not included) Ask 778 839 7671, rental@alspm. ca [UBC] 2BD&2Bath Luxury, Modern Condo 2280 Wesbrook mall, Vancouver, V6T 2K3 2 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms Condominium on 2nd floor at Keats Hall in centre of UBC campus.

Around 840 sqft. Built by Polygon in 2005. Directly across from UBC's medical building (Life Science) and pharmacy building, 5 minute walk to Woodward Library and UBC hospital.

5 minute walk to UBC village restaurants and services, less than 10 minute walk to UBC bus loop, pool, and gym. Clean, in excellent condition, quiet, and secure. Well lit and sunny with many windows, large living room, and private patio overlooking a large garden. 2 private bathrooms, secured underground parking space, large washer and dryer included in unit. Not furnished.

No pets please. $2000/month. Hot water and heat included. Available on January 1st, 2014.

For more information or to schedule a viewing, please send an email or text/call (604-715-3741). Serious inquires only please!

[Rent] UBC Campus 2BD&2 Bath Condo at Keats Hall Condominium on 2nd floor at Keats Hall in centre of UBC campus.

Around 840 sqft. Built by Polygon in 2005.

Directly across from UBC's medical building (Life Science) and pharmacy building, 5 minute walk to Woodward Library and UBC hospital. 5 minute walk to UBC village restaurants and services, less than 10 minute walk to UBC bus loop, pool, and gym.

Clean, in excellent condition, quiet, and secure. Well lit and sunny with many windows, large living room, and private patio overlooking a large garden. 2 private bathrooms, secured underground parking space, large washer and dryer included in unit.

Not furnished. No pets please. $2000/month. Hot water and heat included.

Available on Jan 1st, 2014.

For more information or to schedule a viewing, please send an email or text/call (Ethan 604-715-3741).

Serious inquires only please!

[Rent] 866 38TH Ave, Vancouver East Rent: $1,600/ month, 2 Bed, 1 Bath Excellent home with 10' ceilings & well-designed living area.

This home has 2 suites built-in by the developer with separate entrances that currently bring.

This home has a tile roof, private backyard with a detached garage & warranty. Shows well.

The interior of the home has been nicely maintained, & the separation of bdrms & living area makes this a nice family home.

Built in vacuum system, security system, H/W floors & big kitchen/ breakfast area adds to the livability of this property.

The 2 suites have access from the interior for a family who want to use more space. 2 years remain on the Developer's Warranty.

Located on a quiet street w/ large, oak trees in a very nice neighborhood. Easy access to transit, schools & services.

This would also be a great investment with potential rental income in the $3,500 per month range. A nice place to come home to. Ask Hanad: 778-960-3332 ÜNorth Vancouver

[Rent] 2893 Munday Place. North Vancouver $1400 a month Large 2 bedroom ground level suite for RENT!!!

2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, In suite Laundry and Dryer Just a few blocks from Boundry Elementary school, tennis courts, parks and playground.

No pets non smokers please. Avail Now Ask 604-786-66300 [Rent] 846 Westview Crescent North Vancouver 1,030sqft, 2 Bed, 2 Full Bath Rent: $1,600/ month(Heating included) Welcome to Cypress Gardens, our housing complex located in North Vancouver. Our nine acres and a half lot is surrounded by creeks on the North and West sides, limited

by Westview Drive on the East side and by the Westview Commercial Centre on the South. It contains 177 units between apartments and town homes.

We enjoy one of the most desirable locations in the North Shore and

in the Lower Mainland, close to amenities such as William Griffith Recreation Centre, Delbrook Recreation Centre and the already named Westview Commercial Centre. Lonsdale Ave. and downtown North Vancouver are at a short distance and we can even take a leisure stroll to the City Hall and the modern main Library. Several Primary and Middle schools are at a walking distance.

Available Jan 1st or 15th. 2014.

Ask: 778-997-2496 [Rent] North Vancouver Esplanade 3 Bed 2 Bath Codo $3,500/ month. 188 Esplanade Street. North Vancouver 3 Bed, 2 Full bath, Parking: 1 car.

Approximately 1350 sqft.+ 500 sqft Balcony Lonsdale Quay Markets, IGA, Empire Movie Theater, Famous Restaurants are located walking distance.

Lions Gate Hospital, Capilano University, Park Royal Shopping Center, Grouse Mountain, Seymour Mountain and Cypress Mountain ski hill are 20 minutes by cars.

Ask 778 839 7671 or email rental@ alspm.ca [Rent] 3 Bedroom & 2 Full Bathroom Town House. North VancouverTanager Bedroom : 3, Bathroom : 2 Full bat, Parking : Garage fits 2 cars. Size : Approximately 1500 sqft. Number of floors : 3 ÜBurnaby

[Rent] $1350 / 1bed + den silhouette condo near loughheed mall (cameron & north rd n,burnaby) 9868 cameron st. Burnaby, 12th floor, facing south TD Bank Save on Food Tim Hortons Shoppers Drug Mart Liquore Store Day Care Centre Cameron Elementary, Seaforth Elementary + Armstrong Elementary, Burnaby Mountain Secondary, Cariboo Hill Secondary, SFU, Coquitlam College. Hot water, gas included Please call more info at 604-4429938 [Room Rent] $595 / 2br - 2 bedroom apartment near Highgate Village (Highgate / Burnaby) Burnaby master bedroom rent private bathroom Near Skytrain and shopping, Balcony, Elevator, Secure underground parking available Please call more info at 604-767-7243(after 6pm) or email Kangsophie@gmail.com [Room Rent] SFU.Logheed 1 Bed Room Rent $500 9873 Rathburn Dr. Burnaby V3J 7J4 Full furnitures ready. Walk out entrance.

Please call 778-822-0577 or kimmuns61@hanmail.net [Rent] Metrotown, 4959 4961 IRMIN ST, Burnaby $3650 / month, Over 5000 sq ft of a nicely renovated legal side by side duplex on a 66’ x 125’ large duplex lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in prime metrotown location. 4 kitchens, 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, lots of renovations over the past 15 years including roof, windows, kitchens,

doors, and paint. Present rent $3650 to long term tenants.

604-438-0492(home), 604-8385936(cell)

Walk to SkyTrain, IGA Market, New West Quay Public Market.

Ask: 778 839 7671 email rental@ alspm.ca

[Rent] 903-9262 University Crescent, Burnaby $1,650/ month, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 993 Square Feet Beautiful, fantastic, panoramic inlet and mountain view. Sub-penthouse unit in Novo II built by reliable Intergulf. Large balcony offers all around open view. The suite has a formal dining room and spacious den for home office or 3rd bedroom with a wonderful floorplan. Total 993 sq. ft. of floor area plus 108 sq. ft. of balcony provides a perfect living space. New & quiet SFU residential community, steps to SFU campus, Burnaby Mountain Park & public transportation, close to indoor/outdoor recreation facilities, hiking trails & all levels of schools and more. 604 2916267

[Rent] New spacious town house $2800/month, This spacious town house was built in 2006 and is occupied and managed very well by the owner. The unit is equipped with : - Hardwood floor - High-end Stainless appliances Location is also great in a beautiful neighbourhood which is peaceful,safe, and also is conveniently close to : - Ron Andrews Rec Centre, Canlan Ice Sports, Parkgate Shopping Centre, Windsor Secondary, Blue ridge Elementary school, Seymour mountain park, Deep cove, McCartney Creek Park.

- Minimum 1 year lease required. No Pet/ No Smoking, Available from : Jan 1st, 2014 Contact : Matt 778 839 7671 / rental@alspm.ca

[Rent] 903-9262 University Crescent, Burnaby $1650 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 993 Sqft Beautiful, fantastic, panoramic inlet and mountain view. Sub-penthouse unit in Novo II built by reliable Intergulf. Large balcony offers all around open view.

The suite has a formal dining room and spacious den for home office or 3rd bedroom with a wonderful floorplan. Total 993 sq. ft. of floor area plus 108 sq. ft. of balcony provides a perfect living space. New & quiet SFU residential community, steps to SFU campus, Burnaby Mountain Park & public transportation, close to indoor/ outdoor recreation facilities, hiking trails & all levels of schools and more.

All furniture are available. Just new laminate floor, toilet & paint Call 604 2916267

[[RENT] WESTMINSTER TOWERS 1 Bed 1 Bath $1050/ Month 838 Agnes Street. New Westminster Great location! 17 year concrete condo. Conveniently located for all your needs.

- 1 bdrm suite with 1 full bathrooms. ~ 550 sq. ft. 1 car park.

Excellent location, next to Plaza 88.

Huge growth in this area will make for a very desirable suite to own.

Close to Douglas College. Walk to SkyTrain, IGA Market, New West Quay Public Market.

Rentals & pets ok.

Ask 778 839 7671

ÜNew Westminster

[Rent]Westminster Condo Towers $1050 per month Westminster Towers: 838 Agnes Street, New Westminster; Great location! 17 year concrete condo. Conveniently located for all your needs.

- 1 bdrm suite with 1 full bathrooms. ~ 550 sq. ft. 1 car park.

Brand Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer etc.

Excellent location, next to Plaza 88.

Huge growth in this area will make for a very desirable suite to own. Close to Douglas College.

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[RENT] Encore is a new highrise complex 511 Rochester Avenue, Coquitlam Description of Encore: Encore, located at 511 Rochester Avenue, is a new highrise complex consisting of 172 units. This development offers one bedroom, one bedroom & den, and two bedroom condominiums, plus three bedroom townhomes.

Suites have insuite laundry and an electric fireplace. Secured parking, locker and bike storage are also available. A clubhouse, gym and recreation room are some of the many amenities in the complex.

The management fee includes management and recreational facility.

Encore is conveniently located close to Lougheed Town Centre, Millenium Line SkyTrain and Simon

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EcoYetALL Residence in Vancouver, Ltd. All Inclusive Upscale Condos for Half the Price of Hotels "comfortable" Yet "inexpensive" stay in Vancouver http://www.ecoyetall.com/ PHONE: 604.461.7381 EMAILS: ecoyetall@yahoo.ca OR comfyhome78@yahoo.ca [Rent] New Cora condo(1120 Sq.Ft. 2 Bed + den, 2 Bath) 575 Delestre avenue Coquitlam Walking distance to skytrain station, lougheed mall.

Close to SFU. 1 parking stall and 1 storage ALL HARDWOOD FLOOR (NO carpet at all): recently total renovated !!!

Building amenities include a party room and a gym.

No pet, no smoking. $1,750.oo per month Available NOW!!! * Landlord pays gas, hot water, monthly strata fee, annual utility bill. * Tenant pays electricity, internet, cable TV, one time move-in fee of $100.oo(No move-out fee) and tenantinsurance(approx. $400.oo for whole one year) as per strata bylaws.

Please send me an email for viewing appointment. or call 604-461-7381.

[Rent] Bosa Altamonte Apt. Coquitlam Centre $1550 a month 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 2008 built, 1,000sf 23 floor #2301 2979 Glen Dr., Coquitlam V3B0B2 Ask 604-722-2525, Move available now.

[Rent]Silhouette Condo near Lougheed Station $1650/ month 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 9888 Cameron Street, Burnaby Lougheed Town Centre, Cameron Recreation Centre, Burnaby Public Library, Save-On Foods, Shopper's Drug Mart, the BC Liquor Store, TD Canada Trust, Tim Horton's Ask: 778 839 7671 email rental@ alspm.ca [Rent]ALTAMONTE BOSA 1,000sf 23 Floor Condo $1,600/ month 2 bed & 2 bath Condo in Altamonte built by BOSA at Westwood Village.

North facing with great views of mountains and lake. Features gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, gas stove and stainless appliances, bath tub & shower booth in master bathroom, electric fireplace, large balcony and storage locker. Excellent amenities including fully-equipped gym, billiards lounge & clubhouse with kitchen. Short walking distance to shopping, restaurants, community center, schools and public transit. Ask: 778-887-1128 Coquitlam House for Rent $2500/month 2976 Christina Place Coquitlam. BC 3000 sqft, 4 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom Ask: 778 554 6829, 604 942 0015 [Rent] House 1 floor. 2853 Mccoomb Drive. Coquitlam.

Walk Score of 80 out of 100. This location is Very Walkable so most errands can be accomplished on foot.

This location is in Coquitlam. Nearby parks include Scott Creek Ravine, Lafarge Park and Walton Park.

Nearby schools include School Board Coquitlam, Academy of Learning Computer & Business Career College and Hot Salsa Dance Zone.

The closest grocery stores are Sun Tung Fat Supermarket, T & T Supermarket Inc and Coquitlam Integrated Health.

Nearby coffee shops include Tim Hortons, Starbucks and 7-Eleven.

Nearby restaurants include Tanoor.

Pizza, Church's Chicken and Mini Malaysia Restaurant. no pet no smoke $1000/ month (utility 1/3(elect. gas) ASk 604-249-8707

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area; strong potential exists for future rental increases on turnover.

Harron Place located in quite peaceful setting, while having everything nearby.

Being close to Parks, Elementary and Secondary Schools makes this a great place to raise your family. It is minutes away from Haney Place Mall, Valley Fair Mall, great restaurants and pubs, and the Golden Ears Bridge which makes commuting to the Lower Mainland simple. Public transportation is nearby as well. $450/ month (included utility) ASk 778-988-9224 ÜSurrey. Langley

[Rent] Brand new Highrise Codo near Coquitlam Centre 2 Beds, 2 Baths, Rent $1700, Damage deposit $850 Outdoor Swimming pool, Hot tub, Professionally equipped Fitness Centre, Outdoor Barbeque area, Social Lounge with full kitchen and media room and Putting Green.

Shopping (Coquitlam Centre, Target, Superstore, T&T), Library, Transit (West Coast Express, Evergreen Line - 2016), Lougheed Hwy, Parks and Schools (Douglas College). Brand New Insuite Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliances (Fridge, Dishwasher, Gas Stove, Microwave) and Laminate floors, Flat screen TV, Dining table, Leather Sofa, Queen size bed & Double bed with brand New comfortable Mattresses.

Ask 778.986.7653

[Rent] FLEETWOOD Town house. 3 beds + den, 3 baths $1,700 1638 sq. ft. 16225 85th Ave, Surrey, V4N 3K3 Located on the corner of the 85th Avenue and 162 Street in the desirable area of Fleetwood.

This is a convenient location that is nearby Frost Road Elementary, Fleetwood Park Secondary, Fleetwood Park, Surrey Sports and Leisure Centre, restaurants, coffee shops, Surre Public Library, all your shopping needs, medical clinics and much more! Direct access to major transportation routes including Fraser Highway, allows an easy commute to surrounding destinations.

1638 sq. ft. No Pet and No Smoking Callfor details at 604-936-2405, 778-8384391

[Rent]Cornerstone Condo at Gateway $1,050/month #801 13353 108th Avenue, Surrey, BC [Rent] Two Bedroom +One Bathroom Bedroom 1 + den (830 SF), Bathroom 2 Condo Near Lougheed Skytrain - Cora Rent : $1,300.00 / month South East Corner Unit Great Location at the boundary Living at Cornerstone offers the perfect between Burnaby & Coquitlam. balance of urban convenience and Steps away from Lougheed Skytrain recreational pursuits. Cornerstone at & Lougheed Mall. PriceSmart Gateway is steps to the Gateway SkyTrain Foods, Shopper’s Drug Mart, lots Station that will connect you to downtown of restaurants and more shopping Vancouver, New West as well as Burnaby along North Road and Austin Ave. 10 within a heartbeat. minutes to SFU, 15 minutes to Burnaby In addition, Cornerstone has its own High Tech and Business Park. Available pedestrian linear parkway, restaurants, From Dec 1st. Small Pet Allowed but shops, fitness centre and daycare No smoking centre. And right across the street from Contact : Matt 778 839 7671 or Cornerstone at Gateway, there is a lavishly email rental@alspm.ca landscaped one acre urban park with a lake and interactive fountains. Cornerstone at Gateway is managed by Colyvan Pacific [Rent] Close to Skytrain Station (West 604-599-1650.

Coquitlam) 1 room in a private house for rent 1 cat or 1 dog allowed, rentals allowed for a Student, International Student with restrictions. or single working professional.

Ask: 778-887-6211 Quiet neighbourhood, clean, bright [Rent]Finished Basement Rent home in furnished bedroom with shared Tynehead Region Surrey bathroom, kitchen, laundry facility, 8319 170A St Surrey. BC and shared living room.

1 Bedroom + den, 1 Bathroom : 1 · Great and convenient location.

Huge parking lot is ideal for RV parking or · Close to schools (SFU, Coquitlam multi family use. Come see this beauty!

College) 5 minutes by walk from Elementary School · Close to Superstore, IKEA, SilverCity, Bsmt is finished w/1 bdrm + den w/ Bowling Alley, many shops and separate entry Kitchen and Laundry facility restaurants. ready. Huge parking lot is ideal for RV · Close to bus stop and close to parking Skytrain. $800 per month + Utility 1/3 We are looking for a tidy, quiet, Ask 778-388-1767 respectful, and responsible. $1,000/ Month, Wi-Fi internet access [Rent]$2600 / 4br - 2508ft- FURNISHED included.

4 BED + 4 BATH HOUSE RENT in FRASER Please call 604-612-8562.

HEIGHTS, SURREY (Fraser Heights, Surrey) 108XX 166A STREET SURREY BC ÜMaple Ridge, Pitt Medows FURNISHED 4 BED + 4 BATH HOUSE RENT in Fraser Heights, Surrey Main & Upper floor, 2508 SQFT, (NOT [Room Rent] 1 Bed + Den, 1 Bath. including BASEMENT).

Thunderbird Lodge Harron Place Apartments Main floor...Living room, Dining, Kitchen, 12128 222 Street, Maple Ridge BC, Eating area, Family room, Laundry, 1 bath.

V2X 5W5 (1 SMALL DEN IS NOT INCLUDED).

Features include in-suite storage, Upper floor...4 bed rooms, 3 bath rooms. attractive landscaping, secured Close to everything, school, transportation underground parking, elevator and and shopping..etc. balconies or patios for each suite. The monthly rent...$2600 per a month + 2/3 rental rates are below market for the utilities.

NO PETS, NO SMOKING, PLEASE. Available from APRIL 01ST, 2014.

For viewing, please contact Peter, Text (604) 307-2737, or Email.

[Rent] ****ABSOLUTELY STUNNING & SPACIOUS TOWNHOUSE FOR YOU**** (fleetwood) $1900/m, Townhome 3Bed + den, 3 Bath 16355-82nd ave. Surrey This place is beautiful in every way ..and them some! Everything is 100% pristine, the location is great, the home warm and gorgeous, everything you could want is here...so call me before it's gone.

First and foremost , this beauty is an end unit and while that might not seem like a big deal, But IT IS! With an end unit you get more space for the whole family, you only have one shared wall so this place is super quite, you have way more natural sun light from windows on 3 sides And you will get a great breeze in the summer when other places are all stuffy, but not here!

Secondly, you have tons of space! With over 1850 square feet of living space on three full floors... that way everyone has their own room and you can retreat fully fenced and professionally landscaped backyard perfect for relaxing or even entertaining. Your new place is located just off the Fraser Highway in Surrey, 1635582nd ave, so you're off the main road for peace and quiet, but close enough so you can get anywhere quick, fast and in a hurry.

Call Now : Emzuck 604-272-1264 [Rent] 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom condo at Great Location in Surrey Central Rent - $1200 / month, 13399 - 104th Avenue, Surrey, Near Surrey Central Shopping Center, Brand New Public Library, North Surrey Recreation Centre, SFU Surrey Campus, Secondary & Elementary Schools Convenient Commuting Location - Steps away Surrey Central Skytrain Station 9ft ceilings, Stainless-steel Appliances and Beige/Black quartz Counter-tops.

Available From Dec 1st. Main Floor equips with Fitness Centre & Amenity Room including Media Room, Library, Party Room and Pool Table. Rent including the following: - 5 Brand New Appliances (In Suite Laundry), - 1 Parking Stall, 1 Storage Locker, Cold/ Hot Water Resident Building Manager & Night Security Guard assist your homelife.

Contact : Matt 778 839 7671 or email rental@alspm.ca [Rent] New 33rd floor, 2 br, 766ft² apartment for rent at Surrey CityCentral $1200/month. New 33rd floor, 2 br, 766ft² apartment for rent at Surrey CityCentral, 2min walking distance to King George Skytrain (35min to downtown), T&T, SFU and library. 7 min away from Hannam Supermarket. 778-300-0727.

3 beds, 2 baths, kitchen and laundry room $1200/month, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 living room, 1 kitchen (stove + oven + fan + fridge) and 1 laundry room (washer + dryer) Whole new basement sweet for rental. Close to Willowbrook Mall (5 mins drive), Real Canadian Superstore (5 mins), H-Mart (5 mins), Costco (8 mins), easy to transit, 10 mins drive to Kwantlan University, 15 mins drive to Trinity Western University Located in Township of Langley 778-8384391. ease contact Eric Chang for more information.

[Rent] 1 Bedroom Condo near Surrey City Central $920 a month, 13399 104 Street, Whalley, Surrey

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Located 2 blocks away from the Central City Mall and SFU Surrey Campus, and close by is Surrey's premier public amenities includingSurrey Recreation Centre, Surrey Public library, Central pub, Blends, Starbucks, Royal Kwantlen Park, shopping, schools and golf courses.

With the Surrey Central Sky Train Station less than 200 meters away, D'Corize is connected to everywhere. Go downtown, visit New Westminster Quay or head to Metrotown in minutes. Fully equipped kitchen, activity room with pool table, fireside lounge, library and a multi-purpose flex room. Ask Peter Kim, PeterKim907@ hotmail.com or 778 317 2990 [Rent] D’Corize Condo- 13399 104th Avenue, Surrey Luxury finishes include 9-foot ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, engineered laminate floors, spacious balconies and patios with wonderful views, stainless steel appliances that compliment kitchen decor with imported polished granite countertops, full-wrap walnut or zebra wood laminate cabinets and ceramic tiled backsplash.

Elegant bathrooms feature the ?Millenium Spa?? which is an exquisite ceiling mounted rain shower, white ceramic wall tile and imported polished granite countertops.

The amenities at D?Corize include a fully equipped fitness center, a business centre, media centre with plasma TV, fully equipped kitchen, activity room with pool table, fireside lounge, library and a multi-purpose flex room.

Ask Peter 778 317 2990 or PeterKim907@ hotmail.com [Rent] Single House in Township of Langley $1950/month, 6957 197B St Langley, BC. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 living room, 1 kitchen (stove + oven + fan + fridge) and 1 laundry room (washer + dryer).

Close to Willowbrook Mall (5 mins drive), Real Canadian Superstore (5 mins), H-Mart (5 mins), Costco (8 mins), easy to transit 10 mins drive to Kwantlan University, 15 mins drive to Trinity Western University.

Please contact Eric Chang for more information at 778-838-4391 ÜWhite Rock [Rent] $1400/month, Apt in 158 Street 26 Avenue South Surrey 1017 SF. 2 Beds + den, 2 baths. 3rd floor. 2 warehouse. close to Steve Nash Sports Club, Southridge Jr School, Highland Park, Canada Safeway Limited, White Rock Christian Academy, Jessie Lee Elementary, Walmart, Indigo, Future Shop, Golf Town and Beauty Salons.

The restaurants in the neighbourhood are De Dutch, Memphis Blues BBQ House, Montana's Cookhouse, Tim Hortons, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Original Joe's Restaurant and Bar, Bucky's West Coast Pizzeria, International House of Pancakes, Dairy Queen, Boston Pizza and ABC Country.

No Pets, No Smoking, Available for end of May. 604-889-5919

Room Rent/Homestay [Room Rent] a room rent for Townhouse in Burnaby. $550/month Lauheed mall skytrain 5 min by walk. internet swim pool. sauna hottub gym. Bed, Refrigerator.

Desk, Closet. Ask 778.242.4246 [Room Rent] 1 Bed Room House for Rent

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$850 588 Linton St. Coquitlam 5 minites by walk to Centenial secondary school Big kitchen. Walk out entrance Call 604-936-2405 [Homestay or room rental] measj@icloud.com Hi, I'm looking for a student(s) who needs a Homestay or room rental.

Walking distance to royal oak skytrain station, nearby bus stations(including To sfu) and Safeway, assi(Korean market) etc.- very convenient location, 1st floor, separate kitchen and entrance door- 1 room: $500 or Homestay:$800 [Room Rent] 1 Room, Townhouse Coquitlam $530 Lougheed Sky Train 5 minutes by walk T4601 3970 carrigan CT. Coquitlam GYM, SWIM, SAUNA, HOTTUB, internet wifi Insuite Washer, Refridgrator, Furniture etc.Ask 778-242-4246 [ Room Rent] Town House Room Rent near Lougheed Mall T4601 3970 Carrigan Ct. Coquitlam 1 big room rent $750(1 person) $400(2 person) gym sauna hottub swim Lauheed mall skytrain 5 min Ask 778-242-4246 [Homestay] Hi, I'm looking for a student(s) who needs a Homestay or room rental.

Walking distance to royal oak skytrain station, nearby bus stations(including To sfu) and Safeway, assi(Korean market) etc.- very convenient location 1st floor, separate kitchen and entrance door- 1 room: $500(2room& 1bath are available) or Homestay:$800 604-434-0550 or 604-773-9984 [Homestay] $700 in Fraser Heights We have a 2 furnished bedrooms in our large, clean, non-smoking home for a responsible, clean, quiet, non-smoking student(s). You will be sharing our home with our family, for a monthly shared accommodation fee of $700 per month which does NOT include meals. For an additional fee, we can provide: meals for $200 per month).

- Large 2600 sqft home, yard, private bedroom, semi-private bathroom, shared TV room, shared kitchen and laundry, and wireless internet.

- Bus stop is right outside the door - Walking distance to Fraser Heights Secondary School PLEASE NOTE: - you must provide verifiable proof of enrolment at a college or university. you must provide verifiable proof of your identity. you must provide verifiable references.

NO smoking or drugs. NO pets. NO parties.

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- $7,400.00 – PRICE 350,000.00 CONTACT – Trudy Buckrell, Ph: 780507-2757, FAX 780-523-5450 EMAIL buckrelltrudy@yahoo.ca Restaurant for Sale with Ocean View in White Rock Very Low Rent Asking $72,000 604-542--2577 Leave message your name and phone number 720 COMO LAKE new House for sale $1,240,000 Beautifully crafted custom built home offering over 4,200 square feet of luxurious living. High-end finishings throughout include engineered hardwood floors, heat pump for high efficiency heating & cooling and crown modings throughout. The main floor features an open plan great room w/soaring ceiling & gas fireplace w/ limestone surround. Gourmet dream kitchen w/quartz countertops, 10 foot island w/breakfast bar & floor to ceiling solid wood cabinetry. Completing the main is an elegant dining room, laundry room & office. Upstairs offers 4 spacious bedrooms including a large master w/spa-like 5 piece ensuite and walk-in closet. Walking distance to schools, shopping & Evergreen Line.

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Trusted & Committed ambra@tacrealestate.ca M 778-846-7355 O 604-685-9988 [Sale for Business] Large Dry Cleaner and Commercial Laundry We are a medium to large dry cleaner and commercial laundry in the beautiful seaside town of Campbell River. All our equipment is brand new, replaced December 2013, we are the only drycleaner in the area as well as the Comox Valley. We have a location in each town. Our 2 drycleaning machines are one of the very few brand new organic K4 solvent in BC. We have been in business over 35 years . Asking price is $ 599,000 Please kain94@telus.net for more information.

Employment Danji City Square restaurant at 1-281 Canada Ave Duncan, BC, V9L1T6 hiring 2 Japanese cuisine cooks. Completion of secondary school & min. 3 yrs exp. $15/hr. Cook complete meals, dishes, oversee kitchen operations, hire, train staff.

Drop in resume or email sushilee101@ hotmail.com Danji City Square restaurant at 1-281 Canada Ave Duncan, BC, V9L1T6 hiring 1 kitchen helper. $12/hr.

Cooking and food preparation, various cleaning tasks. Drop in resume or email sushilee101@hotmail.com Danji City Square restaurant at 1-281 Canada Ave Duncan, BC, V9L1T6 hiring 1 food/beverage server. $11/hr. Take orders and relay to kitchen and bar staff, serve food and beverages . Drop in resume or email sushilee101@hotmail.com River Road Café at 102-11782 River Road, Richmond, BC V6X1Z7 hiring Japanese cuisine

cook. $14.00/hr. Completion of secondary school & min. 3 yrs exp. $15/hr. Cook complete meals, dishes, oversee kitchen operations, hire, train staff. Drop in resume or email rrdcafe@gmail.com C & H Dental Lab at 1623B Mckenzie Avenue, Victoria BC V8N1A6 hiring a dental technician (gold part). $23/hr.

Completion of College program in dental technology &/or min. 3 yrs exp. Fabricate diagnostic wax-ups, stone models, contour and finish veneers. Drop in resume or email charlierdt@hotmail.com Advertising Sales Representative (Metro vancouver) "Guidebook" is looking for advertising sales representative in Metro Vancouver.

The Guidebook is published bi-weekly for international student and new immigrants. · Duties: - Responsible for sales of advertising for the publication.

- Developing new business accounts.

- Maintaining existing relationships and expanding professional networks. · Qualifications: - One or more years proven (advertising) sales experience - Excellent communication skills - Self motivated with a strong work ethic - Achievement oriented · Compensation: Basic salary plus Commission. · Please email us a cover letter with resume info@theguidebook.ca Edo-Ya Sushi (Delta) is looking for Japanese/ Korean Food cooks - Position Type : 2cooks, Full time, 37.5 hours per week - Position requirement : Complete secondary school. Minimum 3 years’ experience in Japanese and Korean-style western cooking Basic English · Duties: Developing new Korean & Korean style western menu, Prepare and complete dishes Ensure quality of food and determine size of food proportions Inspect kitchens and food service areas Supervise kitchen staff and helpers · Work Location : 0875995 B.C. Ltd. dba Edo-Ya Sushi 1350 56 Street, Delta, BC V4L 2A4 If you are interested in this opportunity please send your resume to edoyadelta@ hotmail.com or the above address.

Sushi House in Prince Albert is looking for kitchen helper/ Food server · Position type : Full time, 30hours per week, hours will vary with weekend work · Number of positions (Vacancies) : kitchen helper 2/ Food server 1 · Job requirement : Some of secondary school, Experience is an asset, but not required. · Job duties : - Kitchen helper Helping cooking-Prepare simple foods when the chef requires, Dish washing cleaning kitchen area Wash and peel vegetables and fruit Unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, cupboards and other storage areas - Food server Provides food and beverage service to guests using good customer service skills Goal is to exceed guest expectations, Set up tables , Services food, coffee, water and other beverages Clears tables throughout the dining experience using proper methods for removing Dishes, glassware and silverware Cleans banquet and dining rooms during and after the dining experience • What we Offer : • Compensation : $ 11 per hour • Benefit : 2 weeks paid holidays. Meals

provided, employee discount If you are not live in Price Albert we will provide Transportation fee, and 1 month free accommodation and we will assist you looking for house · Work location : 9-77 15th Street East, Prince Albert, SK, S6V 1E9 If you are interested, Please send your resume to sushihousepa@gmail.com or above address Office administrative assistant Logos Holdings Ltd .(dba. Canadian Greetings) is looking for office administrative assistant. · Position Type : Full Time, 30.0 hours per week · Requirement : Completion of secondary school is usually required. More than 2 years clerical experience required. Positive, energetic, lots of patience and able to communicate effectively · Duties : Open and distribute incoming regular and electronic mail and other material and co-ordinate the flow of information internally and with other departments and organizations · Schedule and confirm appointments and meetings of employer Order office supplies and maintain inventory Answer telephone and electronic enquiries and relay telephone calls and messages Set up and maintain manual and computerized information filing systems Determine and establish office procedures Greet visitors, ascertain nature of business and direct visitors to employer or appropriate person · What we Offer : $21.00 per hour · Benefit : 2 weeks paid holidays · Location : 1014 Robson St. Vancouver, BC Please send your resume to s.jeehyun@ hotmail.com or to the above address.

Outlook Motor Hotel is looking for a Light duty cleaner · Position Type: Full Time, 35.0 hrs per week · Number of positions (Vacancies) : 1 · Job requirement : Education : Completion of secondary.

Experience : Not required . We will train. · Duties : - Clean the public area such as lobbies,

hallways, office and rooms of hotels - Attend to guests’ requests for extra supplies.

- Provide basic information on facilities.

- Make beds, change sheets and distribute clean towels and toiletries. · What we Offer : · Compensation : $15.00 per hour · Benefits : 14 days paid holidays · Work location : 105 Franklin Street, Outlook, SK S0L 2N0 If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to hoteloutlook@ gmail.com or the above address.

Hiring for a Logistic specialist We are now hiring for a Logistic specialist.

If you are responsible, active, easy-going person, looking for a great job opportunity with a stable income, this job will suit you. · About company: We are a business unit delivering services to European customers. We are a global brand and the world’s third largest logistic company. We present virtual addresses for customers from Europe and Asia. · Requirements : - Constant access to the Internet; - Possibility in making the photos of the packages; - Flexible shipping options; - Responsibility; - Activity; - Readiness working in one team; · Duties; - Stay at workplace (home address) from 9 am till 5 pm; - Receive packages during the working hours; - Inform your coordinating manager with the photos of received packages; - Print the shipping label; - Place the shipping label on the package; - Deliver parcels to the FedEx facility; - Report your coordinative manager with the receipt Compensation.

Your salary will be 1500$ per month (Base Salary), plus 20$ for each parcel you have received (Parcel’s Payment).

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