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West Van residents buck Ambleside tower proposal The development provides public plazas and a tree-lined walkway down 17th Street. Both designs also est Vancouver residents include a restaurant on the second seemed determined to storey of the building facing the bring down the highrise ocean, Andrishak said. at a public meeting on a developPlacing the highrise on the southment proposed for Marine Drive’s east corner of the lot is the most Safeway site. advantageous solution to keeping Although not opposed to the views open, he added. redevelopment of Ambleside’s core, “Both of our options feature many speakers said the draft’s street servicing small-scale retail.” 15-storey or 10-storey tower possiAs part of the project’s communibilities simply aren’t options. ty amenity contribution, the devel“This site should be revitalized, opment could include up to 208 but not this way,” West Van resident underground parking spaces. More Tim Arnold said, adding it would than $1.5 million would be paid to open all of Ambleside up to highrise the district through its development development. charges and the municipality can H.Y. Louie Group, the comanticipate the development’s annual pany that owns the 1.4 acre lot general property taxes to exceed at 1650 Marine Drive, pitched its $336,000. two designs at the Not all residents Thursday night meetsnubbed the proposal. “This site should ing which saw the If the community Seniors’ Activity doesn’t permit develbe revitalized, but Centre’s banquet opment in Ambleside, room filled and it risks losing its cennot this way.” crowds spilling into tral core to Park Royal, the hallway. Both Tim Arnold Clive Bird. drafts include a West Van resident “I think we need to 41,000-square-foot be realistic about revifood store below talizing Ambleside,” street level, 16,800 he said, before being square feet of abovebooed off the microground retail and office space, and phone. between 144 and 154 residential Development is going to occur, units. The difference comes down like it or not, but the municipalto the residential tower. Option A ity should be careful of what it proposes a 15-storey building while excepts for public amenities, West option B drafts a 10-storey strucVan resident Sara Baker said. The ture. south-facing property with water“The 15-storey option is an front views is one of the most beauovershoot to make the 10-storey tiful pieces of land in the Lower [option] sound better,” Arnold said. Mainland, she noted. The West Van resident of 45 years “If [the developers] want 15-stowas backed by a majority of onlook- reys they better pay for it and parkers who rallied behind the Official ing does not do it,” she said. Community Plan’s suggested fourBaker suggested the proponent storey limit in Ambleside. Several consider including affordable houspetitions against the tower were ing in the proposal. West Van has a handed to district staff. large aging population and it’s too The Safeway block is one of expensive for many in the younger three sites the municipality tagged generation, she said. By incorpofor consideration of development rating such alternative housing over the four-storey limit, noted options, the development would IBI Group Architects director Gary give back to the community in a Andrishak, who was contracted meaningful way, she said, adding by H.Y. Louie Group to design the development on such a centrally building. The drafts aim to create located site should encourage foot critical mass to draw people out of traffic. Park Royal to a would-be new hub The public hearing was the in Ambleside, he said. first step in the municipality’s “The Safeway block should be public review process, said Geri a part of the community and in Boyle, West Van’s community planmy mind it is not at this point,” ning manager. All the members of the West Van resident of 25-years council attended the meeting to lisnoted. ten to people’s concerns. REBECCA ALDOUS S TA F F R E P O RT E R
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Minister Jason Kenney passes through North Shore, lauds West Vancouver riding as a model of ‘integration’ bloodshed. Canada, however, has always purported itself as inclusionS TA F F R E P O RT E R ary and should remain that way. o the ardent Parliament “We tout this to the world. We Hill observer and the apasell it abroad, but inside we tear thetic vote-when-called-upon it apart,” said Noormohamed, a Canadian, the realization that politi- Canadian of Indian descent whose cal parties enact campaign strategies parents were born in East Africa. is likely no surprise. “I’m fiercely proud of my backBut, when the game plan appears ground in the context of being to target specific ridings considered Canadian. Government, above anyto be “very ethnic” in their makeup, thing else, needs to say what unites some say such Xs and Os are only us. What currency do we have to exploiting the differences that make tell other countries to do that when up this country, not seeking a comwe’re not?” mon ground for all who call Canada Kenney issued an apology for the home. mistake last week and the ministe“I think the idea to speak to rial aide responsible for circulating immigrants is good but I believe the letter, Kasra Nejatian, was fired lumping people together is both dis- from his job. respectful and, frankly, ineffectual In an interview with The Outlook because there is no way one would at West Van’s Salmon House on craft a message that will work,” said the Hill restaurant, Kenney said the North Vancouver resident Aslam content of the letter was not intendNathoo. ed to drive a wedge “With my skin ethnic “I think the idea to between colour and name, communities but to speak to immigrants highlight the work I certainly identify as being ethnic. Conservative is good but I the But I’ve been here government has for 33 years. The believe lumping done for immigrant fellow, for examAny people together is populations. ple, that just got political backlash, off the plane, he both disrespectful he added, is the may be trying to pouncing and ineffectual.” Liberals get a job. He may on issues because be trying to use his Aslam Nathoo they’re down in the experience to gain polls. North Van resident work. Those are “Quite frankly, not my needs.” what happened Nathoo’s comwas not appropriments come in the wake of critiate. We do not and should not use cism, in particular from the fedparliamentary resources for partisan eral Liberal party, of a letter fundraising purposes. But, this is a from Immigration Minister Jason bit more of a reflection that Ottawa Kenney’s office seeking $200,000 in is in silly season right now,” said donations to fund a Conservative Kenney. “ethnic” voting strategy. Kenney has “The opposition is focused on also come under fire because the anything and everything that could letter appeared on parliamentary possibly create a basis to criticize letterhead, a violation of election the government. We do not put rules. much stock in the polls but they Taleeb Noormohamed, the newly- do show there is a fair bit of conchosen Liberal party candidate in fidence in the government and its North Vancouver, said he found direction and the opposition is just the letter “deeply insulting” and frustrated with that.” contradictory to the reputation To put things in perspective, Canada has earned internationally. Kenney added, the previous Liberal Other countries, he added, have government was ousted from office been focusing on their differences because of its participation in a profor many years, often resulting in gram “where apparently as much as SEAN KOLENKO
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$40 million ended up in the hands of friends of the Liberal party.” The mistake his office made cost the price of a small stack of paper, 26 pieces, he said, which Kenney claims he personally replaced for $10. While in town, Kenney, who was accompanied by MP John Weston, said he planned on attending a host of events and meetings with immigrant communities to hear their concerns. The West Vancouver Sea-to-Sky riding in particular, said Kenney, reflects the growing diversity of the country. Home to one of the largest Iranian and Ismaili populations in Canada, Kenney said the area is a model for the country’s
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West Van police department used as model for RCMP Chief Peter Lepine hailed a leader in crime reduction
initiative,” he said. One of the key components is the force’s analytics, which combine research, statistics and case material to focus strategies. The department also targets problematic offenders, many of REBECCA ALDOUS whom live outside of the district, Plecas said. A S TA F F R E P O RT E R “target team” is created and officers follow up on est Vancouver’s plummeting crime a suspect’s or offender’s activity within his or her rate has caught the eye of one of own community. This sends a strong message to B.C.’s top criminology professors. criminals and deters people from coming to West Last year’s statistics indicates the West Van to cause trouble, Plecas said. Vancouver Police Department was able to sig“This is really unique in North America,” he nificantly lower crime in a district that already noted. holds one of the lowest crime rates in Metro Plecas is pulling ideas from Vancouver. Residential break the West Vancouver Police and enters fell 21 per cent, “It is great to see a Department to create a model vehicles thefts were cut by 37 which can be used by other per cent and thefts from cars police chief who is detachments. The North Shore dropped 25 per cent. system leaves To gain such significant saying any crime is too department’s police with no excuse to not reductions in an area with crime, he said. much crime.” lower low criminal activity is “It is great to see a police chief impressive, said Dr. Darryl Doc. Darryl Plecas who is saying any crime is too Plecas, the RCMP University UFV professor much crime,” Plecas said. Research Chair in Crime West Van’s police department Reduction at the University has always had an aggressive of the Fraser Valley. approach to deterring and invesThe reason behind the tigating crime, WVPD staff serdrop is the department’s approach to policing, geant Shane Barber said. The unit holds meetings he said. West Van police pool their employees, with police, investigators and the chief on every technology and analytic capabilities to streamline offense that occurs in the district. It’s a cooperainvestigations. The department’s crime reduction tive culture that is proving itself with results, he strategy, which is now being adopted by RCMP noted. It’s also flexible, which allows the process detachments, creates a web of shared informato constantly evolve. tion between police, investigators and commu“We are always looking at ways to better it,” nity partners, such as the municipality. It’s a new Barber said. way of thinking, which moves away from police’s traditional top-down approach, Plecas said. raldous@northshoreoutlook.com “It is really an innovative and forward thinking twitter.com/rebeccaaldous
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few days before launching into space, the team of astronauts departs the Johnson Space Centre in Houston, Texas, where they have been training for hundreds of hours learning how to, amongst other things, achieve the feeling of weightlessness. The destination – Kennedy Space Centre in Merritt Island, Florida. Upon arrival, officials ask what the team wants to eat “for their last meal.� But, no one’s hungry. The excitement is far too strong. In 72 hours, the shuttle, with the help of 7,000 pounds COFFEE of thrust, will be hurtling into WITH orbit. It starts off at about 5,000 Sean Kolenko km/h, and reaches the intended skolenko@northshore speed of 28,300 km/h, or Mach outlook.com 25. At that rate, it takes about 90 minutes to travel around the world. “You have to go that fast just to stay up there,� says Marc Garneau, with a learned smile. “If you don’t, you’ll be coming back.� And while it’s not the type of gig that lands on the average resume, Garneau’s foray into space travel began in typical job-response fashion for the time — he responded to an ad in a newspaper. In 1983, Canada’s National Research Council (NRC) was looking for six people to form Canada’s first space team. Streams of applicants poured in from across the country. Doctors, engineers, scientists, even a poet or two, wanted in. After a six-month selection process, Garneau, along with Bjarni Tryggvason, Robert Thirsk, Roberta Bondar, Steve MacLean and Ken Money, got the nod. Training was set to begin in 1984 but quickly accelerated when NASA asked the NRC if a Canadian wanted to be part of a mission scheduled ahead of the planned program. Garneau, again, was chosen. On Oct. 5, 1984, aboard the Challenger shuttle, Garneau blasted off and become the first Canadian in space. In his 15 years as an astronaut, Garneau took part in three space missions, the only Canuck to do so, and spent nearly 700
hours in orbit. He performed a host of experiments on space adaptation syndrome — the condition responsible for feelings of nausea upon entering space — and installed the first panels on the International Space Station using the legendary Canadarm. It was a decorated, lengthy space career for the former naval engineer who says he “used to dream about flying.� “You’re speechless really. Your brain tells you you’re in space, but something else tells you it’s not happening,� says Garneau, in an interview with The Outlook, of his now-fabled first trip into space. “Part of you just can’t take it in. It took me a while afterwards to come up with the right words for many of the things I have the privilege of talking about. But they’re things I think about all the time.� In 2006, Garneau turned his attention to another often-otherworldly realm, Parliament Hill. He was defeated in his first campaign goaround but won the downtown Montreal riding of Westmount-Ville-Marie two years later. He says he entered politics because he thought his technical background would provide a fresh perspective to issues discussed in the House. Garneau, for instance, has a keen interest in environmental issues. He believes most astronauts are struck with an elevated sense of the environment after seeing the earth from the perspective he’s seen it from, and senior levels of government must talk about the importance of preserving it. “You see the boundaries in geography text books but I don’t believe astronauts see the boundaries. All you see is a home to humanity and against the blackness of space, you realize we don’t have another one,� he says. “At least not one nearby.� skolenko@northshoreoutlook.com twitter.com/seankolenko
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Union questions N. Shore fire service study REBECCA ALDOUS S TA F F R E P O RT E R
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face,” he said. Some of the study’s suggestions threaten to leave areas uncovered, Leavold said. Although not against working together, the model could mean district firefighters would be in the City of North Vancouver more than the city’s department would be in the district, he said. “We are not even sure of the legality of us going in and doing their work,” Leavold added. The study also suggests the North Shore implement a “closest-truck-goes policy,” a system the fire engines are not currently equipped for. But North Shore fire departments are rolling out a “closest fire hall” system. This policy presents problems, Leavold said. “[District fire halls] surround the city,” he said, noting the district itself has a large area to cover.
North Shore politicians need to understand the current dispatch system before moving forward, Leavold said, noting the union is still unclear on what the “closest truck” policy entails. “This extends far and above emergency mutual aid agreements,” he noted. The union is calling for an audit of current service levels across the North Shore and an analysis on service gaps. Ultimately, North Shore firefighters just want to make sure the citizens they serve get the best possible service they are paying for, Leavold said. City of North Vancouver’s British Columbia Professional Fire Fighters Association president, Brandon Moberg, said his union has not reviewed the study, but plans to in the near future. West Van president, Gord Howard, was contacted for comment, but was unable to respond before press deadline.
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B Women United in Philanthropy co-founder Christie King, left, cuddles up to West Vancouver supporters Alberto Leone (owner of Leone Fashions), Carey Smith, Janelle Washington. C Socialite Kasondra Cohen, left, celebrates International Women’s Day with West Vancouver’s Sofia Somani at Leone’s fashion show. DLooking divine in Dolce, Women United in Philanthropy co-founder Saeedeh Salem, left, joins committee member Carmen Ruiz y Laza, and Breakfast Television host Dawn Chubai before the show. E Freedom Marine’s David Campbell, left, and Platinum Marine’s Tim Charles welcome famed yacht designer Ron Holland to North American soil as he sets up shop here in Coal Harbour. F A special concert night saw Darren Entwistle, left, and Telus recognized by Maetro Bramwell Tovey and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for over 60 years of support. Congrats! G Community supporters Jess and Ramona Ketcham, left, join businessman Peter Kains, of Kains & Strongman, at a special reception for MP John Weston. H Talk about the hostess with the mostess! Event veteran Leah Costello doesn’t let moving house stop her from holding a fabulous same-day reception for MP John Weston. Well done. I West Van businessman Chuck Walker, left, of Walker Group, chats with West Vancouver MP John Weston and Jason Kenney, minister of citizenship, immigration and multiculturalism.
UNTIL MARCH 26 • BIG IDEAS: Responding to Public Art: West Vancouver (Grade 10 - 12) student art exhibition showcasing their conceptual responses to the Vancouver Biennale’s public art installations. This school outreach program challenged students to use public art as a stimulus for creating and learning in other curriculum areas. Opening reception is Friday, March 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. UNTIL MARCH 20 Simorgh: In conjunction with the celebration of Iranian new year, this exhibition of images by artist Ali Shahidi represent the mythical Holy bird, who represents the persona of women and whose mission is to protect the environment of Mother Earth. Iranian
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nternational Women’s Day made headlines across the world last week as the global community stood up to celebrate the achievements of lovely ladies everywhere. Here in Metro Vancouver, Women United in Philanthropy (benefitting the United Way and Success by Six) managed to raise about $40,000 for their programs by holding an elegant fashion show luncheon at Leone Fashions in Vancouver. Also last week, West Vancouver busineswoman and CAT’S political dynamo Leah Costello had EYE barely finished hanging the art on the walls of her new home when she held Cat Barr cbarr@westvancouver.com an exclusive welcome reception for MP John Weston and visiting Immigration Minister Jason Kenney. Patrons of the arts were also given a treat earlier this month at a special Vancouver Symphony Orchestra night as Maestro Bramwell Tovey presented Telus head honcho Darren Entwistle with a special signed photograph thanking the company for more than 60 years of support. And lastly, it was a salute to the seven seas as world-famous yacht designer Ron Holland was recognized at a private reception in False Creek. Holland recently opened his first-ever North American office in Vancouver.
legends consider the bird so old that it had seen the destruction of the World three times over. The Simorgh learned so much by living so long that it is thought to possess the knowledge of all the ages. Silk Purse, 1570 Argyle Avenue, West Vancouver.
MARCH 20 Murphy’s Lagh: Lively Irish music with fiddles, vocal, guitar, tin whistles, bodhran drum and dancing. 4:15 p.m. at St. Monica’s Church, 6404 Wellington.
MARCH 17 • Amir Haghighi Trio: A concert of Persian sacred music to celebrate Norooz at the Silk Purse. Tickets $15. www.myspace. com/amirhaghighi. 7:30 p.m.
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reception March 22, 6 to 8 p.m. Silk Purse gallery, Tuesday to Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 604-925-7292. MARCH 24 • Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre: Grim Reaper Mysteries and Red Lion Bar and Grill in Dundarave join forces for a show that is both scripted and improvisational. The audience can play detective to figure out whodunit and come to a verdict. $50 per person. Doors open at 6, show at 7. Reserve by calling 604-926-8838 or 604-926-3469. • Made for Movies: Silk Purse favourite Karen Lee-Morlang shares her long-time fascination with the big screen and scifi and fantasy flick themes. Tickets $10/$12. 604-925-7292
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MARCH 18 KOMBII 35th Anniversary Tour: One of the most popular pop-rock bands in Poland at the Centennial Theatre. 8 pm. Tickets $50. 604-984-4484.
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CAT CALLS To send event information to Cat visit her website www.catherinebarr.com or fax 604-903-1001. Follow Cat on Twitter: @catherinebarr MARCH 29 • Wendy Bird and her Band of Miscreants: Seymour Art Gallery, 8p.m. $25 for non-members and $22 for members. For tickets or info www. seymourartgallery.com, or 604-924-1378.
MARCH 30 Ambleside Community Orchestra: Generations Concert at St. Andrews Church, 1044 St. George’s Avenue, North Van. By donation. Call 604922-1035 for info.
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After the While people in Japan piece together their lives, The Outlook talks to North Shore residents rattled by the earthquake
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orth Vancouver’s sister city — Chiba City, Japan — appears to have skirted any catastrophic damage in last week’s massive earthquake. On Monday, CNV Mayor Darrell Mussatto told The Outlook that city staff had been in touch with Chiba officials via email and had learned the port city — located roughly 40 km east of Tokyo — hadn’t been as hard hit by the quake and resulting tsunami as other nearby locations. “Even though they are on the coast their damage wasn’t as severe, in part because they are protected by a bay,” said Mussatto. “They had an oil refinery fire, but most of the damage was to buildings from the quake.” Fortunately, Mussatto added, “there’s no loss of life that we know of.” Nevertheless, the incident put quite a scare into the mayor and others at city hall who have developed relationships over the years with their Japanese counterparts. “My first thought was that people I know might have been killed in the earthquake,” he said. “It brings a real personal
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connection to it. We’re feeling very fortunate that no one we know was hurt.” Chiba City officials have made no requests for help from the City of North Van, he added, but several North Vancouver residents — including firefighters, paramedics, and members of North Shore Rescue — are on B.C.’s Heavy Urban Search and Rescue Team, which could be called in to help. “It’s my understanding they’re on standby, but so far Japan has not requested them,” Mussatto said. Mussatto said he thinks North Shore residents can learn a lot from the situation in Japan. Perhaps most important, he said, is the need for residents to be personally prepared for a large-scale quake. “As a city we need to make sure building codes are at a standard to sustain a strong earthquake, but we also need to be personally prepared,” Mussatto said. “We’re due for a major earthquake. It’s not a matter of if, it’s a matter of when. People need to have up to three days' worth on their own food, water, Chiba medical supplies.”
City Benefit concert Despite ongoing turmoil in their home country, a group of students from Chiba City is still planning to visit the North Shore at the end of this month. The students, from Komatsu Meihou High School, will arrive on Sunday, Mar. 27 and be greeted at a reception at 3:30 p.m. at Sutherland secondary school. Throughout the following week they will attend a number of events on the North Shore, culminating with a Japanese band concert at Centennial Theatre on Apr. 3. The concert, which begins at 2 p.m., is free of charge, but the group will be collecting donations for the Red Cross.
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t took Sarah Marr an hour to reach her father on the phone. By then stories of the massive 8.9 magnitude earthquake in the Pacific Ocean, near northeastern Japan, started streaming on television. It was 11 a.m. “The phone lines were too busy,” Marr says. “ I was really scared, because I wasn’t sure if Tokyo was okay.” For 12 years, the 15-yearold North Vancouver resident grew up with her father and younger sister in Tokyo. She has family and friends around the country and was anxious to find out what had happened to them. “My dad said he was okay,” Marr says. “He and my sister were at home when it happened.” While Marr talked to her father, aftershocks hit. Marr’s five-year-old sister was wearing her white governmentissued helmet and the apartment’s book shelves had fallen, scattering items everywhere. “It was kind of hard getting information. It seemed to take a long time to come over,” Marr says. Phone networks were congested and many Tokyo residents were unable to text. Marr, like thousands of other people around the world, turned to social network sites,
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such as Twitter. People in Japan frantically started tweeting to let others know what was going on in their neighbourhoods, while government organizations, such as the U.S. State Department, used the website to publish emergency numbers and information. Within an hour of the earthquake, Twitter published more than 1,200 tweets a minute posted by people in Tokyo. By the end of Friday, Pacific time, 246,075 posts included the term “earthquake.” The Japanese government television broadcaster streamed 24/7 coverage of the disaster to iPhone applications allowing anyone without a working television to access news. Google was also quick to get in the technical mix, launching Person Finder: 2011 Japan Earthquake only a couple of hours after the quake. The website links people in search of family and friends. Before press deadline, the site was tracking approximately 195,600 requests. Marr is still busy checking her emails. Her father is coming to Vancouver on a scheduled visit next Thursday. Marr hopes to meet him at the airport gates. “I want to give him the hugest hug ever,” Marr says.
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ven as a fourth-generation Canadian, North VancouverLonsdale MLA Naomi Yamamoto couldn’t help but be shaken up by last week’s devastating earthquake in Japan. As B.C.’s first provincial representative of Japanese ancestry, Yamamoto says news of the quake meant the realization that the lives of friends and distant relatives overseas had been turned upside down. “I couldn’t help but wonder how they must be feeling,” Yamamoto told The Outlook. “I could barely get out of bed Friday morning after watching the news on TV. I’m devastated by the images and by the incredible destruction of the tsunami.” Later that day, Yamamoto said her father was speaking to some friends in Tokyo when there was yet another
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scare. “As he was talking to them on the phone they had to hang up because another strong aftershock hit,” she said. “So even the people who are able to sleep in their own homes aren’t getting enough sleep.” Yamamoto said she’s urging constituents to donate whatever they can to the Red Cross’s relief efforts. More information is available through either the Consulate-General of Japan in Vancouver or online at www.redcross. ca. “What’s really heart-wrenching is the people who are looking for their loved ones who are missing,” said Yamamoto. “I don’t think it matters whether you’re of Japanese descent or ancestry, it’s very emotional.”
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he recent geotechnical to say but in a complex web of event in Japan highjurisdictions and agencies and lights the need for all levels of government we need levels of government to work clear lines of communication together and develop a and command and control. response. We need to overcome the We need to train harder than restrictive approach taken by we fight. Given that British various federal and provincial Columbia is exposed to a varidepartments who have a speety of risks, some of which are cific focus. The Government of low probability but can be of Canada needs to assume its catastrophic when they occur, natural and important we need to be prepared. leadership role. This can takes a conWhen it comes to Ready for incidents of this certed effort in funding and involves all levels magnitude we the big of government and our have to create community. an overarching one Every resident of the authority that can North Shore has a role to mobilize both the play in the response to a major public and private sector. incident. We have seen that In major incidents, the priwhen the event is large there vate sector will play a critical may be no assistance coming and important role. They need for a while, maybe days. Given to be brought into the picture the limited transportation early and often. access points to the far shore it More importantly, as was is safe to assume that this comsent out earlier in last week’s munity would be on its own for article, we need to exercise to a while especially when places highlight where further attenlike Richmond are below sea tion and work is needed in level and Vancouver internaemergency response. We have tional airport could be seriously many potential threats in and affected. around the North Shore. There Using the motto of Scouts is no possible way to protect Canada we need to be preourselves from all possible pared. These words are easy types of incidents. What is
more important is the response. Whether it’s an earthquake, landslide, terrorist attack or chemical leak, having the mindset and confidence is what our leaders need. We also need the confidence in our leaders. This is done through action. These systems and processes also need to be clearly communicated to the public and to our schools, hospitals and seniors homes. It is not the job of any one agency; it is the job of everyone in our community. We need to take from Japan the need for dialogue and action in our community. We need to take this and learn from what happened in Japan to make this a reality on the North Shore. We already have a solid foundation and we need to build on that. If we have the systems in place we will be able to have a robust and resilient response. Canadians have never shied away from a problem. We need to give everyone the tools in the practice to put this into reality. We will be a safer and stronger country for this.
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lison Burns is a Handsworth Secondary student who’s been working at the Outlook as part of the work experience program. Last week, she got an early start to the March break by flying to Hawaii with her family. She writes of her experiences with the tsunami threat: Last Thursday night there came a knock at the door of my rental house in Oahu. Their message? “You need to pack up and get out.” Sirens were already blaring. The tsunami was scheduled to hit Oahu at 3:21 in the morning; we were out of our house by 11:30. Their news team gave radio updates on our situation and Japan’s. Their phone books have maps with inundation lines for those who aren’t sure if their house is high enough. Those who were high enough were told repeatedly to keep off the roads. Schools were opened giving evacuees access to basic necessities. Officials flew over remote areas telling those they found to get to higher ground. Roads were blocked at two o’clock and by three nobody was near the water. Their readiness was impressive. They gave evacuees time, kept people calm, and saved lives. Thanks to all Hawaii’s officials. Tsunamis are tricksters, much more than just a large wave. In fact often the first sign a tsunami
is coming is, ironically, a receding of the sea. Now that may seem paradoxical but every wave has an ebb and flow to it. This is what occurred in areas of Hawaii such as Diamondhead. Water levels rose and then the sea pulled back so far that those in a position to see (mainly tourists evacuated to higher floors of hotels) were amazed. Hawaiians had not seen such a magnificent reversal of the sea before, not even with the massive tsunami that hit in 1960. The heights of tsunami waves are deceptive as well. Hawaii receives waves larger than six feet on a regular basis; no problem right? Until you consider the fact that all of the energy behind that 8.9 earthquake in Japan was trapped in the waves of the tsunami, which can travel 500 MPH in deep water. This is what makes tsunamis so dangerous and difficult to gauge. It’s impossible to tell how much power will be idling behind it when it finally reaches land. Thailand, with all its devastation, saw a tsunami of only six feet tall. Hawaii was prepared but it also got lucky; 8.9 is a huge earthquake and things might In the have gone very differPacific ently.
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ark Royal is gearing up to unveil the vision for the shopping centre’s future. In three weeks, the centre plans to roll out its public consultation process for development drafts, said Rick Amantea, Park Royal’s vice-president. But it’s still too early to get into details of the proposal, he said. “I think we are at too preliminary of a stage,” Amantea said. Park Royal is working closely with the District of West Vancouver and the Squamish Nation on
firming up its long-term development. Retail will be a component, but Amantea would not comment further. “We still have to go through a huge process with West Van because it is on West Van lands.” Park Royal had never submitted a formal application to the district, but a preliminary proposal had been discussed, the municipality’s spokesperson Jessica Delaney said. That has been withdrawn, she said. “There is currently nothing with the district as far as Park Royal is concerned,” she said, noting that doesn’t mean the project isn’t moving forward.
Evelyn in receivership The Evelyn Drive development’s future is in the hands of the receiver, West Van mayor Pamela Goldsmith-Jones said. The B.C. Supreme Court ruled the proposed multi-million development in West Vancouver go into receivership under the Bowra Group. The land north of Park Royal was placed in the Vancouver-based company’s hands after the developer, Millennium Evelyn Properties Ltd, defaulted on the $72 million mortgage. In 2007, after much public consultation, West Van council approved a site master plan for the area.
Council issued zoning and excavation permits for the property, Goldsmith-Jones said. “We would like to see the plan come to fruition,” she said. But the way in which the development moves forward is up to the receiver, Goldsmith-Jones noted. Millennium have made arrangements to ensure buyers get back their deposits, the company stated in a media release. The deposits are being held in the company’s lawyers’ trust accounts accruing interest, Millennium stated. To date, 31 of the 109 proposed units had been sold.
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That’s why, through a serendipitous meeting with Charles MacGregor at the library, Pyke decided to start playing soccer for the North Shore Shields, a club in the Vancouver Street t’s easy to stereotype the homeless, says Soccer League. MacGregor, the coach of the North Vancouver’s Jeff Pyke. Everyone Shields, needed a goalie and Pyke signed himself thinks the worst. Drugs, alcohol, the proverup. It was the first time the two had met. bial list goes on. And for the past year and a But, he warns, such labels half, Pyke’s been an active memshouldn’t always be so easily “It’s such a great ber of the squad. Participating in arrived at. Pyke found himself tournaments and practicfeeling. There’s games, on the streets a couple years es, Pyke has embraced the sport ago and it wasn’t because of no reason to feel and, more importantly, the camaaddiction. He was laid off. the team offers. Lately, uncomfortable.” raderie “I’ve met a lot of homeless Pyke’s been sidelined with a back people and they always tell me Jeff Pyke injury but he’s decided to take the stuff people think about on a new role with the Shields – North Shore Shields spokesman. them,” says Pyke. “And it’s just not true. There “We’ve got to get the word are good people, so many good out and show people that, even people, that just need some help.” if you’re homeless, you can still have fun,” says Beyond the varied reasons for ending up on Pyke. the streets, Pyke says there is one undeniable, “It’s such a great feeling. There’s no reason to unifying feeling for all who experience time be uncomfortable and there’s no reason to feel without a place to lay one’s head – loneliness. ashamed. I’ve been through it and the feeling SEAN KOLENKO
Riding high. The Canadian Track Cycling team, including the North Shore’s Zach Bell, is geared up for the 2011 UCI Track Cycling World Championship in Apeldoorn, Netherlands, from March 23 to March 27. Head coach Richard Wooles says the team has legitimate chances to win medals at this prestigious track cycling event, the last major event of the track cycling calendar. Bell, originally from Watson Lake, Yukon, won the 2011 World Cup title with podiums in all three events he entered.
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The Capilano Hearts in Motion Walking Club take a rest from their thrice-weekly walk at Capilano Mall. Back row (l-r): Bob Anslow, Kam Srikameswaran, Mayvis Corben and Janet Kemper. Middle: John Vlahac, Barbara White, Anna Franco, Lalitha Srikameswaran, Henny Bohlen, Frieda Pahlke, Lil Rodman and Lynn Spencer. Front: Mary Vlahac, Thelma Moebes, Betty Duncan, Raimonda Accili and Dolores Escudero.
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ome wag once said, “The best part The old Stoker farm – the last farm in of going for a walk is when you the City of North Van – was on the west get to stop.” side of Lonsdale at 29th, just below the Apparently that doesn’t apply to the Scott home. Capilano Hearts in Motion Walking “There were tennis courts between our Club and especially Thelma Moebes house and their house,” recalls Thelma. and Lynn Spencer. “The streets like 29th didn’t even go You see, Thelma and Lynn have been through then. There was a wooden sidewalking three mornings a week around walk in the first block of 29th on the east and around inside Capilano Mall long side.” before all but a handful of stores among But let’s get back to the walking group. the complex’s 90 shops and services Lynn Spencer, who eventually found have even opened their doors for the her way to North Van 21 years ago after day’s business. And they’ve been doing growing up in Saskatchewan and then Lynn Spencer and Thelma Moebes it... drum roll please... for over 15 years working in hospital labs in various parts display their 15-year certificates. now and have nice certificates from of B.C., joined the Capilano Walking Len Corben photo the B.C. and Yukon section of the Club in November of 1995 and has Heart & Stoke Foundation to prove it. hardly missed a beat since. Janet Kemper is the volunteer co-ordinator of the Capilano It seems a funny thing happens when you spend 30 minutes group – something she also does for a Parkgate group that or an hour hoofing it several times around Capilano Mall’s walks outdoors twice a week in various locations in the one-kilometre interior distance and eventually stop to enjoy a Seymour area. coffee or sit down for breakfast in the food court and begin to They are two of about 30 such clubs of walkers throughchat with your fellow walkers: friendships develop. out the province, under the umbrella of the Heart & Stroke Lynn says the most fun is “becoming friends with all these Foundation, which are aimed at those aged 55 and up, though people. It becomes almost like a family. We all care about Janet is careful to point out that they wouldn’t bar anyone each other. We have our coffee and we try to solve the world’s younger. problems, which we never do. And we all have different opinWhen the Capilano club took its first ions.” baby steps as a group on March 17, 1995, The group has social events as well... breakINSTANT exactly 16 years ago today, there were just fasts (sponsored by Cap Mall) with a special REPLAY four participants. speaker every couple of months (one time it One was Thelma Moebes who is still was me!), a Christmas lunch (in January!!) Len Corben going strong while approaching her 85th at Cheers Restaurant and a West Van sealencorben@yahoo.ca birthday. wall stroll and picnic in the summer at John Born in Souris, Manitoba – a dot on the Lawson Park. landscape southwest of Brandon – Thelma The latest treat was an entertaining 35-minarrived in North Van at age one after her ute video on the world travels of walking parents and six of her siblings relocated here following an member Henny Bohlen produced by fellow walker Kam adventurous drive across the northern United States in 1927 Srikameswaran who has been putting together travel videos as in their large touring car. a hobby since retiring in 1997 after 25 years as a professor at With the exception of two years in London, Ontario, in the Brandon University. Henny’s video was shown at Summerhill 1950s, she’s been here ever since. Retirement Residence prior to a tour of the West 15th facility Now, in addition to walking, Thelma bowls five-pins at where Henny’s daughter, June Morris, is the general manager. North Shore Bowl on West 3rd. Bowling is something she did In the past, the walkers have also enjoyed some of Kam’s in the 1960s at the now-long-gone Inman’s Bowling Salon, other 25 or so videos. which stood at 403 Lonsdale. He’s now completed a 30-minute video on Thelma’s life She says she wasn’t a sports person growing up but points which naturally features photos of many North Van landout that she did ride her bicycle as a teenager which would marks – like North Van High and that home at Lonsdale and have taken a bit of energy considering the hills and the gravel Queens – which have played such a big part in her life. roads back in the late 1930s and early 1940s. You should also know that my wife Mayvis is the newest In fact if you pop into the Queen’s Cross Neighbourhood member of the walking club, having joined up last year. Pub on Lonsdale at Queens Road, you will discover a set of Me? I’m not a morning person. I lie in bed in the morning. four North Vancouver Archives photos on the wall just inside But I’ll be there whenever Kam’s video on Thelma is shown. the entrance. As long as it’s not at 7:30 a.m. One picture from 1942 shows the then Thelma Scott and friends Marie Miller, Betty Copeland and Doreen Keen – who This is episode 414 from Len Corben’s treasure chest of stowent to North Star and North Van High together – with their ries – the great events and the quirky – that bring to life the bikes in front of the Scott family home which stood on the North Shore’s rich sports history. very site now occupied by today’s Queen’s Cross. Two other photos show the stately home – built by North Those interested in joining either the Capilano or Parkgate Van pioneer Thomas Nye – as it looked circa 1909 and in walking clubs or getting more information about them can 1935 while the fourth displays the Imperial Esso gasoline stacontact Janet Kemper at either (604) 983-9976 or tion that was located on that spot from about 1957 to the janetkemper@shaw.ca. 1970s following the demolition of the house. The Queen’s Cross was built in 1979.
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Here’s how it works: 1) Register your team of friends (two to four people) by selecting the link to the contest entry form online at capilanomall.com 2) Keep your Capilano Mall receipts to earn points (values are listed online) 3) Accumulate as many receipts as you can before March 19 4) On March 19, bring your receipts into Grand Court between noon and 2 p.m. to have them stamped and tallied. The team with the most points wins. Some grab some girlfriends and get started collecting those receipts.
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The North Shore Spring Festival Of The Arts began last year to bring together artists of all genres and disciplines. This year’s event is on May 14. If you want a taste of what to expect, the festival is presenting a spring preview of music, art and words. On April 9, enjoy the music of J. Knutson & The Draycott Swamp Devils, featuring members of The North Shore Celtic Ensemble. Paintings by Katya Coad and Maureen Coles will be on display and Tanya Coad will release her new book, “Love, Haight, 69.” The spring preview is from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Waves Coffee, 3050 Mountain Hwy, North Vancouver.Admission is by donation with all proceeds to the NS Spring Arts Festival. Space is limited so come early.
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Susanna Bell-Irving Gray West Van Arts Centre Trust munity in.” When Gravett first walked through the centre’s door, the facility was brand new. It was a blank slate, which gave him the opportunity to create programming tailored for the area. Gravett did research, scoured North Shore demographics, talked to colleagues and, as is usually the case in West Van, people came to him with their ideas on what the centre should become. Gravett then compiled all the feedback and added one more important ingredient. “When it comes to something like programming you have to rely a lot on gut instinct,” he says. It paid off. Every fiscal year the centre has
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More than 3,000 talking on phones or using hand-held devices “The excuses won’t mean anything if you are involved in a collision that seriously injures or kills somebody because you made a phone call or sent a text message,” he said. The only valid reason for making a hand-held call is to call for emergency assistance, he said. More than 2,200 of the distracted drivers were busted and given $167 fines in the Lower Mainland and the stats don’t count drivers caught by general duty officers who weren’t part of the blitz. Despite the new law, RCMP say distracted driving was a contributing factor in 104 fatal crashes in B.C. last year and is blamed in another 5,000 injuries each year. Forty-five of the deaths linked to inattentive or distracted driving happened in the Lower Mainland, while 30 were in southeastern B.C.,
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Luxurious town home in “the properties” with sweeping City & Ocean views, developed by reputable Quigg. This beautiful 2 bedroom + den home features your dream kitchen and impeccable quality finishes throughout. Step into your very own private entrance. The grand living area and spacious layout lead to a large deck where you can enjoy the world class views this property has to offer. private tour available by appointment only.
102-2255 Twin Creek Pl, W.V. 101-2255 Twin Creek Pl, W.V.
$1,619,000 $1,419,000
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02. Lions Bay ★ 1,055,000 556 Upper Bayview ............................. Sun.2-4
27. Ambleside ★ 1,098,000 1179 Keith Rd ...................................... Sun.2-4
31. Capilano ★ 998,000 303-3200 Capilano Cres ....................... Sun.2-4
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★ 887,000 717 West 20th Street ........................... Sun.2-4
★ 699,000 1511 Avonlynn Cres ............................ Sat&Sun2-4
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★ 279,000 323-123 East 19th Street...................... Sun.2-4
★ 388,000 302-1327 Keith Rd ................................. Sat&Sun2-4
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★ 419,900 205-131 West 3rd Street...................... Sat. 2-4 ★ Atrium at the Pier - 172 Victory Ship Way ...... Daily 12-5
★ 1,899,000 2146 West 33rd Ave ........................... Sun.2-4 ★ Pinnacle Living On Broadway ........................... Daily 12-5 ★ Pinnacle Living False Creek ............................... Daily 12-5
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★ District Crossing, 802-1150 Marine Drive ..........Daily 12-5 except Friday
#323-123 E19TH ST. , NORTH VANCOUVER
LP: $279,000
Shakun Jhangiani 604.725.9179
#204-1401 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, B.C. V7M 2H9
Rates as low as 3.94% on 5 year closed, fixed rate mortgage!! Call and ask for details.... Linda Findlay
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JUST LISTED!! TOP FLOOR, south facing spacious and bright one bedroom unit with balcony. JUST RENOVATED! This beautiful apartment comes with a brand new kitchen and new flooring; one storage locker and secure underground parking. Strata fees only $201.13 includes heat, hot water and the use of free laundry facilities. Great central location, just off Lonsdale Ave shopping, rec centre, public transit.
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3636 and 3648 Fromme Rd - Asking $769,900
Two homes, both built in 1964, both on 67x124 lots, side by side. Each has a bridge over a stream in the backyard. 3636 Fromme asking $769,900 has 3 BR 1 Bath up, and 3648 asking $820,000. has 2 BR up, huge balcony up, and a sep. 1 BR suite for inlaws/kids down. Showing by appointment. Call Vera 604-318-0024
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SPECTACULAR VIEWS Spectacular views from this one owner custom home in lower Kelvin Grove. 4400 sq feet, 4 bedrms+ofÄce, 3 baths, incl in-law suite. 5 min walk to the beach...awesome!
Warm , inviting 5, bedroom family home on a large 1/2 acre property with oceanviews. Vaulted ceilings,custom windows, hardwood Åoors, new cedar decks, great yardspace. Easy driveway with tons of parking including double garage.Bonus in-law accomodation too! Located on the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in beautiful Lions Bay...10 mins on the scenic Sea to Sky from West Vancouver. See you at the open house.
15 Sweetwater, Lions Bay $1,095,000
565 Upper Bayview, Lions Bay $1,055,000
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Yaletown, False Creek at your doorstep! $674,900 for 2 BR South and West Facing walls of window. Open by appointment. Call Vera 604-318-0024 or Nora Valdez 604-351-0625
2 BR 302 - 1327 Keith $388,000 Beside North Shore Winter Club “Carlton at the Club” Call Heather Kim 778-846-1452 or Vera 604-318-0024
GREAT LOCATION, METICULOUS AND BRIGHT
GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD
#303-1111 Lynn Valley Rd, North Vancouver $326,500
6464 Wellington, West Vancouver $998,000
Three bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, custom 1 bedroom top Åoor suite. Vaulted ceilings, kitchen and a private yard – and in a great gas Äreplace, custom paint, new carpets. West Vancouver neighbourhood. Just move in and enjoy!
WATERFRONT AT BRUNSWICK BEACH
Lions Bay’s ecclectic beachside neighbourhood. This home exudes the special charms of a westcoast retreat;expansive decks, custom wood windows and detailing,3 bdrms,3 full baths, great room with stone Äreplace, seperate Coach house for guests or private ofÄce, an irreplacable package. Easy to show!
20 Brunswick Beach, Lions Bay $2,250,000
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Mount Pleasant
Panoramic oceanviews from this beautifully updated 4bed, 3 bath home. hardwood Åoors, new custom kitchen, spa like ensuite. Bonus mtge helper. V833662
Build your dream home on this .6 acre oceanview lot. Court ordered sale.
40 Panorama, Lions Bay $890,000
265 Bayview Rd, Lions Bay $649,900
(5th & Carolina)
Fresh as a Daisy, new privacy fence for about 20x12 private patio. Total reno inside 1 BR apt. Pets allowed to 22 lbs. Call Vera or Nora to view
Heather Kim
778-847-1452 Royal LePage Northshore
Nora Valdez
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Vera Holman
109-2142 Carolina St. $231,388
“EXCITING OPPORTUNITY” 100+ Seat restaurant in popular SOMA neighborhood on a busy street. Established over 25 Years. Fully licensed. Low rent, newer equipment and more….. Exclusively listed by Nora Valdez
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in this area of the city. A well maintained home with all the important upgrades. The wiring, plumbing, roof and windows were all updated recently. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms on two levels. Kitchen has gas cook top island, Silestone counter tops and a breakfast nook that opens onto a covered deck areal The living room with gas Àreplace is just plain comfy. The lower level also has a large study/Áex room, rec room and spacious laundry area. Great separation for teenagers! There’s a fully fenced south facing backyard with garage, carport and sport court too. Just minutes to Edgemont Village and a quick walk to Mosquito Creek Park. It’s a winner!
717 WEST 20TH STREET, N.V.
$887,000
HUGE DECK & CITY VIEWS NEW LISTING
OPEN SATURDAY 2-4
LOWER LONSDALE This is a tidy package. An immaculate, open plan two bedroom suite with a huge sundrenched deck and views to the city. Add laminate Áoors, in suite laundry, gas Àreplace and radiant in Áoor heating and what else do you need? How about no worries – completion of building envelope maintenance program is in the works and at no cost to you. Very pro-active council, pet friendly, maintenance includes cable and internet, quiet side of the building, huge locker etc.. All of this is minutes to Seabus, restaurants and all the amenities Lower Lonsdale has to offer. Check it out. A smart buy!
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AMBLESIDE - NEW LISTING OPEN 4 2SUN
Shopping, transportation, recreation and buses to Downtown. Convenient 1 bedroom + den condo in Hamilton that has been freshly painted & ready to move into. Rainscreened building that welcomes pets, seniors and Àrst-time buyers. Everything is within walking distance –Capilano Mall, Mosquito Creek Park, restaurants & shopping. $319,900. will buy you the keys to open the door to home ownership. Pets okay – quiet side of building!
$1,098,000
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Excellent location within walking distance to West Vans beautiful beaches, parks, stores and all the other amenities Ambleside has to offer. Super clean and nicely updated this character home has a large Living/Dining room with gas fireplace, family room and a country kitchen leading to a large glass covered veranda out back perfect for those BBQ’s. Upstairs are four bedrooms, two with water views. Fully fenced backyard, single garage with lane access and lots of flower plants and trees front and back. Great value.
1179 KEITH ROAD, WEST VANCOUVER $639,000
$719,000
#210 - 855 W 16TH, N.V.
www.tntdaroza.com 604.649.0424
BERTHEAPS 604.317.4444
BLUERIDGE - NEW LISTING
INDIAN RIVER - NEW LISTING
To many updates to mention in this extremely nice 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 level Blueridge home. Was a licensed daycare down but great declared above ground, 1 bedroom suite. Open kitchen with concrete counters, stainless steel appliances and eating bar. Master has French doors leading out to back deck and large, fully fenced yard with lane access and more parking. Nice workshop in heated garage. Any technophile would love this home. Nothing to do but move in. Awesome value!
Family friendly “Parkside Townhome” with plenty of room for that growing family. Excellent location close to schools, shopping and transportation. This 3 bedroom 3 bathroom has it all. Sunny SW patio off family room, second deck off living room and a private rooftop sundeck. Built-in vacuum, 2 fireplaces, full ensuite off master, walk-in closet, island kitchen with eating area, tons of storage and an attached double garage. Pets O.K., rental restriction but 2 available. New carpet & paint, tile and counters.
2622 BENDALE PLACE, NORTH VANCOUVER
#305-3980 INLET CRES, NORTH VANCOUVER
Barbara Budzynski
Alex Mozaffarian
778-228-5097
604-512-1708
barbara@vancouverbestbid.com www.vancouverbestbid.com
BRAND NEW “EXCLUSIVE LISTING” SUNNY AMBLESIDE
alexmozaf@yahoo.ca www.mybcrealestate.com
West Vancouver for $799,000? N OPESUN / T SA 2-4
8534 Seascape Drive, West Vancouver $799,000
Over 2300 sqft of living area, 3 Bed 2-1/2 bath - views of the ocean, islands, mountains. Still under warranty, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floor, double garage, gas fireplace, granite countertops, 3 balconies with gas and water hookup for BBQ, High ceiling and much more. 5 minutes to schools, shopping, walking distance to transit, Across from the Marina. Priced to sell.
PENTHOUSE “CLYDE GARDENS” 1341 CLYDE AVE
Call Alex 604 512 1708 or Barbara 778 228 5097
Please take Ansell Place Exit
$759,000
www.peterebner.com • pebner@shaw.ca • 604.657.5706 Outstanding South Facing Views, Mt. Baker to Nanaimo 2 Bedrooms, 2 full Bathrooms, 2 Lockers,& 1 Parking Stall. Close to 1000 SQ.FT, with a large Sunny, Private ,Patio. No Pets, Rentals or Occupants under 19 Years of Age. A Rare Offering, 1st Class Maintenance & Management.
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8745 Seascape Drive, West Vancouver $1,088,000
for more info, or to book a viewing.
Over 2700sqft of living area, 3 Bedrooms, 2-1/2 bath - unobstructed views of the ocean, islands, mountains View from every room, upgraded with gas fireplace, stainless steel appliances, window coverings, hardwood floor, tons of storage space.Double garage, 2 Large balconies - Gas and water hookup for BBQ.
An Independant Member Broker
Call Alex 604 512 1708 or Barbara 778 228 5097
Call Bert @ 604-317-4444
NORTHSHORE
Own a piece of West Van for $1,088,000
Email: bertheaps@shaw.ca
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“We bought a 2-bedroom home at District Crossing.” Pam, Kevin & Daugther Maddie
District Crossing. Buy the numbers. When you come in to view District Crossing, you will see real display homes in the actual building. They’re not mock-ups in a sales centre with artificial views. What you see is literally what you will get, and with construction well along, you won’t have to wait for years to move into your new home. And now, owning at home at District Crossing is even easier with only a 5% deposit due at signing and an additional 5% due two months later. Shop and compare. Our purchasers did and they came back to buy at District Crossing. Unbeatable prices and quality. Below is an example of just how easy and affordable it can be to buy a new home and move in this year.
Sample 2 Suite 203 - 1673
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districtcrossing.com Presentation Centre: 802-1150 Marine Drive, North Vancouver Open noon - 5pm daily except Fridays
Prices subject to change without notice. E.&O.E
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CLASS 1-COMPANY & OWNER OPERATORS Surrey Terminal Van Kam Freightways’ group of companies requires Class 1 Company Drivers and Owner Operators to be based out of our Surrey Terminal. Qualified linehaul drivers with winter and mountain driving exp. Above average rates, and an excellent benefits. Send a detailed resume and current driver’s abstract. (For owner operators, provide details of your truck) to: careers@vankam.com or fax, 604-587-9889 Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
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HELP WANTED Nechako Northcoast Construction, Terrace, B.C. Has an opening for Road Superintendent
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Requirements: • 3 Years in Superintendent role • Thorough knowledge of the road and bridge maintenance industry • Strong communications skills • Team Management/Leadership experience • Excellent time management & planning abilities • Valid BC Drivers License (min Class 3 with air) • Ability to demonstrate good judgment Applicant will be responsible to lead and manage operations, including crew. An understanding of all aspects of the work including Work Safe and Quality Management. Coordinate and schedule projects, equipment requirements, materials, supplies and sub-contractors with the assistance of Senior Road Foreman. Manage each project to ensure contract specifications and standards are met. Ensure timely paper flow to clients, and corporate office. Please Fax or email your resume to Debbie Russell, Manager of Human Resources drussell@nechako-northcoast.co Fax: 250-638-8409 Only those short listed will be contacted
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NOEL and Family is looking to hire a Live-in Caregiver (6474) in Mount Seymour, North Vancouver, BC, Perm. f/t, 40 hrs p/wk, $10.00 p/hr, ASAP. Exp. 1 year to 2 years, Must be fluent in English. Spanish an asset. Main Duties: Supervise & care for a 2 yr old child, dress, prepare for rest. Apply to noel.llewellyn@shaw.ca
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OSAKA Japanese Rest. (N. Van) F/T Kitchen Chef 2-3 yrs exp. HighSchool grad.$17.25/hr.Prepare/ cook meals. Fax. 604-929-0768
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DRIVERS/OWNER Operators Wanted. Truck contractors need drivers with log haul experience and clean driver’s abstract. Owner operators needed with 6, 7, 8 axle log trailers. Visit: www.alpac.ca or call 1-800-661-5210 (ext. 8173). Experienced Owner-Operators and Company Drivers needed for Super-B flat deck trucking company. Owner-Operators $30000 $40000 Gross monthly. Company Drivers $5000-$6000 Gross monthly. Call 250-398-2299 or 250-3029922 or Email freight@lakeenterprisestrucking.com POWER ENGINEER 2nd Class Certificate mandatory. West Coast Reduction Ltd. Vancouver has fulltime opening for Steam Plant Shift Engineer. Competitive wage/ benefits. Resumes or more information email: careers@wcrl.com
TRUCK DRIVER WITH CLASS 1 & AIR WANTED Required to do deliveries within BC, WA & AB. Will rotate between various routes. Home every weekend regardless of routes. Must be mature and selfmotivated. Previous experience necessary. Start immediately!
$20/hr. Plus Mileage, Bonuses & Full Benefits. E-mail resume: dwoo@fuchs.com or Fax: 604-888-1145 Fuchs Lubricants, Langley BC
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LEARN FROM HOME EARN FROM HOME CanScribe Career College offers online courses: Medical Transcription and Computers. Great work at-home opportunities. Enrol today! 1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com info@canscribe.com
FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944 F/T Pastor. Vancouver Yedalm Evangelical Church. 3-5 yrs exp. Eng/Kor. $20/hr for 37.5 hrs/week Tel: 604-842-9989
FULL-TIME CERTIFIED Heavy Duty Mechanic required by Bailey Western Star & Freightliner. Experience in service & repair of trucks, trailers & equipment. Fax resume to 250-286-0753 or email: employment@baileywesternstar.com
HEAVY DUTY Mechanics required for busy Coastal Logging company on Northern Vancouver Island. Must have extensive mechanical experience, certification an asset. Above industry average (wages), plus excellent benefit program. Fax or email resume to: 250-956-4888 or office@lemare.ca.
LOG TRUCK mechanic for Kurt Leroy Trucking LTD. Welding an asset. Ben. inc. To start immed. Campbell River. Fax resume to 250-287-9914. MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees Needed! Hospitals & Dr’s Need Medical Office & Medical Admin staff! No Experience? Need Training? Local Career Training & Job Placement also Available! 1-888-778-0459
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GARDENING
GARDEN TOPSOIL $20 per yard. Delivery available with 5 yard dump trailer. Tractor also avail for levelling. 604-768-7571, 604-856-4255
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CARPENTRY
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PERSONALS
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EDUCATION/TUTORING
We do Comp. Landscaping * Spring cleanup * gardening * Lawn cutting * Trees & shrubs, property maint., Fencing * Hedging & pruning * New Turf or lawn
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ELECTRICAL
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TREE SERVICES
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MORTGAGES
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660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
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696 All types of Roofing “ Call Now for Free Estimate”
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SUNDECKS
ST. BERNARD pups, 3M/3F, born jan 14/11, $1000 each, gentle temperment. 1 (604)792-4022 YELLOW LAB pups. 8 weeks old, ready to go. Vet checked, 1st. shots. Parents on site. $500. 604-852-6176 Abbts
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1990 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD, 165K, Air Cared. Very clean. Loaded. $2250 obo 604-589-5950 1993 CHEV LUMINA, 4 dr, f/w, V6, 3.1 eng., 106 km, exc cond, 1 owner, $2,500 obo. (604) 576-6376. 1999 OLDS ALERO, 4 dr auto. Loaded. 138 kms. immac. cond. Private, certified. 604-593-5072. 2002 OLDSMOBILE ALERO, only 84K, clean, auto, Air Cared, $4750 obo. 604-589-5950 2003 FORD MUSTANG GT, convert, V8, 5 L, approx. 45 Km, full load, charcole/black leather, $15,000. Phone (604)302-4989.
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1998 HONDA ACCORD, 4 dr, 158K full power options, gold exterior, beige leather interior, $5500. T.K.T. Enterprises LTD. (604)278-4555 2004 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE, auto, 4 dr, fully loaded, s.roof, $8,450 obo. Call 604-836-5931. 2006 HONDA CIVIC 2 door, 5 spd manual, 80K, red, $6000 firm. Call: 604-538-9257. 2009 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, 20,000 Km, burgundy, loaded, warr, fin. OAC. $13,300. 604-308-9624.
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VEHICLES WANTED
RECREATIONAL/SALE
2001 22’ Slumber Queen MH. Chev chassi, 90,000 kms. TV, a/c, very clean. $20,500. 604-701-1245 Abbt
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
TOWNHOUSES
FLEETWOOD. 3 bdrmd + den, 2.5 baths, 3 level, 1500 sq.ft. townhouse. W/D, double garage. No pets/smoking. Nr bus/shops. $1475. 778-892-3244.
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
TRANSPORTATION 810
2000 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Laredo 4L, good cond, New tires, New radiator, Aircare for 2 years asking $5000 (604)826-6256 Bill
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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
3 BEDROOM & 2 Bath House Com ing Soon! In House Financing, no credit checks. 604.600.5791 CLAYTON HILL: 5 Bd & den exec Clayton acrge, 3.5 bth, lrg kit, pool, & hot tub. $3200/mo. 250-474-7743 clayton.micar.ca
TRUCKS & VANS
PUZZLE NO.537
ALDERGROVE, Four Plex upper Suite Two bedrooms plus Den/Brd Adult orientated building Available April 1 $750.00 plus utilities Phone 604-377-9107
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1995 PROWLER 5TH WHEEL 25.ft, slide out, fully contained, with shed, large deck and holding tank at Lakeview RV site at Nicola Lake in Merrit BC $10,000 Phone (604)826-6256 Bill 2006 FORD F250 super duty diesel, excellent cond, new tires, new brakes, tow pkg. Asking $20,000 Phone (604)826-6256 Bill
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TRANSPORTATION
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
2003 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT $8800 o.b.o. Silver, sunroof, p.w. key less entry, 4x4, 604-818-6460.
HOMES WANTED
WHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models. Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq. ft home including delivery and installation only $ 109,950. Many other plans available. 877-976-3737 or 250814-3788 www.hbmodular.com
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2003 HONDA CRV EX, Well maint. auto, A/C, clean, N/S., no acc, 210kms. $11,500. (604)556-7674
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STEEL BUILDING SALE... SPECIALS from $4 to $11/sq.ft. Great pricing on ABSOLUTELY every model, width & length. Example: 30x40x14 NOW $7995.00. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1-800668-5422. STEEL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR - Holding 2010 steel prices on many models/sizes. Ask about FREE DELIVERY! CALL FOR QUICK SALE QUOTE and FREE BROCHURE - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.
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Boston Terrier pups, 4 M, 2 F, vet checked, 1st shots, dewrmd, ready Mar. 18. $1,000. Call 604-868-0446 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 Chocolate Labradoodle pups. Vet checked, dewormed. $750-$900. 250-305-4253 CKC Reg. soft coated Wheaten terrier pups, hypo-allergenic. Guarntd. Vet ✓ $1200. 604-533-8992 ENGLISH MASTIFF P/B PUPS Fawn & Bridle. CKC reg. Ready to go. $1500. 604-726-3934 LAB Yellow X Golden Retriever pups. Family/farm raised. Vet ✓, shots, short hair, parents exc temper. $595. 604-835-0305. NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com
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Oceanfront Motel, 2 acres, 10 units, near park, for sale or could be included in a larger project. Site approved for condos. Plans completed, ready to go. Phone 250-753-0160
3 rooms for $269, 2 coats (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com
TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022 SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288 The Scrapper
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DOWN 1. “____ Tide” 2. Garland 3. Turkish hat 4. Sharpen 5. Ahead of schedule 6. Geographical belt 7. Boldness 8. Before, to a bard 9. Cushion 10. Request urgently 11. Tree outgrowth 12. Wedding-gown shade 13. “____ Old Man” 14. Dover or lemon 20. Certain snake 24. Small songbird 26. Sols preceders 27. Wound cover 28. Certain star 29. On the road ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 537 31. Clever remark 32. Windflowers 34. Scion 36. Ribbed, as fabric 37. Japanese belt 38. Shad eggs 39. Constantly, to a bard 41. Flew like an eagle
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