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threatening to cancel his pension if he continued to punch in. At the Starbucks in Caulfeild Village plaza, steps from the Safeway location Leith works at, he bumped into a lawyer, John Laxton, and shared his story. Laxton’s response, says Leith, was a simple one: “Tell them to call me.” It’s been about 12 years since that conversation and Leith is still working full time at the store. He’s in charge of the specialty meat section and knows many of the customers who come in to see him. “If you want a cut above the rest, see me,” he says, with a smile. “Otherwise, see others.” When he isn’t on the clock, Leith, known affectionately known around town as the Mayor of Horseshoe Bay, says he enjoys heading to Troller’s Pub, one of his favourite local haunts, for a cocktail. It’s his chance to swap stories with the folks at the bar, hear what everyone’s up to and laugh at a joke or two. And it’s one of the moments when he’s reminded the spirit of Horseshoe Bay is still very much alive. “Me and my wife were walking along here last summer and she said ‘gosh, I never thought I’d live in such a beautiful place,’” says Leith. “There aren’t too many places in cities like Horseshoe Bay are there? I’ve always pushed for Horseshoe Bay. It has a great soul.” skolenko@northshoreoutlook.com twitter.com/seankolenko
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B BC Wine Gal’s Sarah Bertin proudly pours for guests from a selection of Naramata area wines. C Grouse Mountain’s culinary team help serve up some delicious samples that pair very well with the wine being served. From left: Lucas Sinkey, Marina Hansen and Mitch Ozmun. D An excellent choice CAT’S EYE sir. Kye Melchert, Cat Barr of Select cbarr@westvancouver.com Wines and Spirits, will happily help you “select” a favourite. E A little merlot to go with a girls’ night out. Enjoying an evening with friends are Nayer Abadi, left, Susan Rezania, Maryam Hashemi and Pari Zamani. F Park Royal’s Peter and Helen Black, of Peter Black Butcher and Sons, take some time off to enjoy a night out together. G North Shore Culinary School students Michael Izdebski, left, and Abbey Cruz serve up some delicious duck canapés with their instructor Don Guthro. H Upholding the “Service Above Self” motto, Rotarians Eddie Chong, left, Ardath Paxton-Mann and David Spears help take tickets at the front door while welcoming guests. I Aw shucks! Working the oyster bar on behalf of the Horseshoe Bay Boathouse restaurant are Liana Holmes and Nick Allan.
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General Local Elections will be held Saturday, November 19, 2011 Why Vote? Chances are you chose to live on the North Shore because you enjoy the high quality of life we have here. Like many people you enjoy the access you have to public education, abundant recreational opportunities, high-quality services and well-planned neighbourhoods. Did you know that your local Municipal Council makes many of the decisions that shape your community? And that your local Board of Education makes many of the policy decisions within the local School District? It is up to you to elect a Council and a School Board that you feel will make good decisions on your behalf. Voting is your chance to impact the future of your local community and to have your say in local government.
Please remember to vote on General Voting Day – Saturday, November 19, 2011 (Not able to make it on November 19? Contact your Election Office for advance voting opportunity dates) For more information, check your municipality’s web pages or call your local Election Office:
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rom an Olympic-tested ski hill and tourist-attracting boat-rental marina to thriving independent retailers and a world-class shopping mall, West Vancouver boasts a wide diversity of businesses. These companies — private and public, large and small — are making a big difference in the community, either in terms of employing people or their overall economic impact. And for many of these businesses, the bottom line isn’t the only thing that matters. “Our West Vancouver business leaders not only provide jobs and pays taxes but many believe in the value of giving back,” says Leagh Gabriel, executive director of the West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce. “Having been entrenched in this amazing community for over three years I’ve been impressed with the local businesses and their generosity in donating their time and money into the local arts and charities. This all contributes to a thriving community, one that I am proud to be part of,” she adds. Recently The Outlook got to thinking about local companies that were making a difference and we wanted to learn more about them. This is by no means a definitive list of top employers in West Vancouver — only a selection of some businesses that stand out (in no particular order). No doubt there are countless others that are also making equally significant contributions to our community — and we’d like to hear about them too. You can drop us an email to editor@northshoreoutlook. com to tell us more. BC Ferries The Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal is the gateway to island adventure. With the picturesque Howe Sound as their office, BC Ferries employees are naturally inspired at work. The approximately 400 staff that work out of the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal include seasonal employees which are hired during the summertime and other peak periods such as Christmas and spring break. “This has proven to be a popular option for many students and we have had great success with employees returning season after season,” said BC Ferries spokesperson Deborah Marshall. BC Ferries works with several local charities and notfor-profit organizations that are engaged in environmental initiatives such as the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup.
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It has also been involved in significant shoreline rehabilitation along the Horseshoe Bay waterfront. Cypress Mountain With a peak-season team of more than 800 lift operators, mechanics, ski patrol members and support staff, the Cypress Mountain ski area is a major winter sports attraction for both would-be workers and weekend warriors throughout the Lower Mainland. But aside from the alpine, Cypress also offers tubing, snowshoeing and crosscountry skiing in the winter and hiking and wildlife-viewing in the off-season. As an outdoor recreation destination, Cypress naturally supports environmental sustainability initiatives like Cool Earth, as well as youth fitness projects in several local schools. But don’t ready your resumé just yet. Cypress is already fully staffed for the 2011-12 season, receiving more than 650 applications at this year’s job fair alone. Sewell’s Marina For 80 years Sewell’s Marina in Horseshoe Bay has provided nautical adventures for seasoned and wet-behindthe-ears sailors including locals, prime ministers, actors and athletes. What started as a sport fishing operation has morphed into a multi-faceted marina offering moorage, boat rentals, fishing charters and eco-tours overseen by a fourth genera-
tion of Sewells. The marina is bustling between May to September when it employs approximately 40 high school and university students to help run the various operations. The Sewells consider themselves a leader in the marine industry. Through the Climate Smart program they have reduced the company’s carbon footprint by introducing a variety of eco-friendly measures: encapsulated foam for dock construction, environmentally safe paint and coffee grounds integrated into the landscaping. Some of the 70 non-profit or charity organizations that Sewell’s supports include the Howe Sound Research and Conservation Group from the Vancouver Aquarium, SFU’s Fisheries Science and Management Research Group and the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation’s CIBC Run for the Cure. Hollyburn Country Club Hollyburn Country Club employs a myriad of skilled professionals who create a home away from home environment for its members. The club is a private hub for activity, sport, dining, entertainment, socialization and business. There are approximately 220 staff at Hollyburn — a combination of employees and contractors such as coaches and personal trainers. Every summer, the Oldlum Brown Vancouver Open at Hollyburn attracts 10,000 spectators who flock to the club to watch world class tennis pros battle for rankings and the tournament’s purse. This September, Hollyburn’s tennis community ran a mixed doubles tournament to raise money for cancer research. And from November to December the “Angel Project” allows both members and staff to participate in various charity endeavours including packing a shoebox full of goodies for children in third world countries. On the eco-friendly side of the Hollyburn operation, the club is currently undergoing a full energy consumption assessment which will result in roughly $50,000 in upgrades. Park Royal Shopping Centre With more than 280 distinct shops, restaurants and services, Park Royal is a major West Vancouver employer. And it’s expanding. There is major retail growth planned for the Village at Park Royal in 2012, which will translate into more jobs not only for those retailers but for the landscapers and
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construction workers who build it. Mall staff and administration continue to support local not-for-profits like North Shore Family Services, the Heart and Stroke Foundation and also provide scholarships to area students. According to VP Rick Amantea, Park Royal employees are committed to giving back to their community through environmental sustainability and community service. Whole Foods Whole Foods has been nourishing its employees and the greater West Vancouver community since opening its doors at Park Royal Village in 2004. One of three Whole Foods locations in Canada, the Park Royal store employs 362 people. Based on strong sales and community giveback, among other factors, Whole Foods Park Royal ranked number one and two out of 300 stores in 2010 and 2009. This location’s Community Chest program benefits both the environment and people in need: When you reuse your own bag, you can take a bag discount or donate the 10 cents to a local organization. Past recipients include the Edible Garden Project and Lookout Emergency Aid Society. British Pacific Properties British Pacific Properties and their early employees can single-handedly take credit for carving out the West Vancouver community. In the 1930s, the company hired the Olmsted Brothers, a renowned Boston firm of landscape architects known for their design of New York’s Central Park, to transform the area. They conceived a plan for the British Properties — an exclusive sanctuary from the pressures and distractions of city living that incorporated winding, treed streetscapes, parks and spectacular vistas. BPP’s construction of the Lions Gate Bridge in the1930s was a vital employment investment during the Great Depression. Today, British Pacific Properties and British Pacific Homes employ 75 people year-round. BPP, which remains a syndicate company of the Guinness family of London, has a formal commitment to sustainability that’s reflected on two fronts: Green Building and ClimateSmart carbon footprint management. Over the last few years, the company has designed their charity commitment profile to focus the benefits almost exclusively on the North Shore. District of West Vancouver Challenging, meaningful work and a fair wage at the end of the day. That’s the promise that working for West Van offers. And it’s one that approximately 1,000 employees, including police and transit operators, have taken.
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Recent accolades garnered by the district and its employees include the 2011 Global Green City Award and a 2010 “best practices” recognition from the province for the district’s “Access and Inclusion Policy” for seniors. The district offers a range of different administrative jobs and seasonal work year-round, from life-guarding to badminton instruction, building maintenance to group fitness leadership. Amica at West Vancouver Amica at West Van is a boutique-style rental residence nestled between the North Shore mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Here, residents have their independence with support from employees if needed. Chefs, 24-hour concierge staff, housekeepers, bus drivers and guest services personnel are among the 74 employees that make Amica West Vancouver an inviting place to live. All of these hardworking employees are recognized by Amica with internal awards for going ‘Above & Beyond’. Last year, Amica at West Vancouver staff, residents and their families raised close to $2000 through various efforts including selling jam at craft fairs. The company’s charity, HELPING HANDS, provides basic necessities, comforts, equipment and holiday gift baskets to local seniors who are usually alone and living in poverty. Cactus Club Richard Jaffray started the first Cactus Club on the North Shore in 1988 at the tender age of 23 and since then his casual fine dining empire has grown to 20 restaurants employing more than 2,000 people in two provinces. In 2007, Cactus Restaurants Ltd. acquired the Village Taphouse at Park Royal Village with a vision to make it more than just a brew pub. Across the street, the Park Royal Cactus Club is busy serving customers — and the community. In October, employees staged a fundraiser for breast cancer research, raising roughly $6000. With its motto of “Every customer leaves happy,” the company has proved innovative in its embrace of sustainable seafood initiatives like the Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program for environmentally sustainable seafood, allowing customers to enjoy a fresh, guiltfree catch year round. The Cactus Club also spearheaded the Green Table Network, becoming the only chainwide “green restaurant concept” in B.C.
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Amica Mature Lifestyles Retirement community is all about family and helping seniors in need
FAST FACT There is an impressive staff to resident ratio at Amica Mature Lifestyles retirement community: 74 employees and 129 residents work and play under the same roof.
“Amica is the name derived from the Latin word amicus, meaning friend and it is truly at the heart of our way of life,” says Laura Lachambre, community relations manager, Amica at West Vancouver. Amica Mature Lifestyles is an intimate boutiquestyle rental retirement residence nestled between the North Shore mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Seaside walks, shopping, restaurants, parks, and city transit are at the doorstep. But what really sets Amica at West Vancouver apart from other retirement communities is the warm relationship between the 74 staff members and the 129 residents. “We are all about family,” explains Lachambre. “When our staff come to work it is like coming to their second home. We have many familyorientated events, family brunches and special celebrations that allow all of us to participate.” Amica residents have their independence, with support from employees if needed. The moment you enter the grand lobby of Amica at West Vancouver you are greeted by a 24-hour concierge. Amenities at the state-of-the-art retirement community include a pool, a pub where residents congregate for social activities and a hair salon.
There is also a private bus to take residents on scheduled outings that are facilitated by Amica staff. The chefs prepare delicious healthy fare, housekeepers assist with the chores and a diligent maintenance team takes care of the safety and security needs of Amica residents. All of these hardworking employees are recognized by Amica with internal awards for going ‘Above & Beyond,’ which many do each day, says Lachambre. Amica is also involved with community development. Monies raised from Amica’s HELPING HANDS community program go to seniors in need. HELPING HANDS has been working since 2003 to support seniors in West Vancouver. Residents at AmicaWestVancouver get involved by making items such as jams for craft fairs and the Amica corner store, with proceeds going to HELPING HANDS. Last year, Amica raised over $2,000 from small events atWestVancouver alone and over $600,000 company-wide since inception, which includes Amica’s annual HELPING HANDS Gala Evening in early November.
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British Pacific Properties Building green homes and a sense of community
FAST FACT In the 1930s, British Pacific Properties hired the Olmsted Brothers — a renowned Boston firm of landscape architects known for their design of New York’s Central Park.
When construction workers with British Pacific Properties look down at the West Van community from their perch on the scaffolding the company’s legacies quickly come into view: Park Royal shopping centre, the Lions Gate Bridge and Capilano Golf and Country Club, to name a few. British Pacific Properties (BPP) and British Pacific Homes — BPP’s custom home building division — together employ 75 people year-round. It remains a syndicate company of the Guinness family of London. Benefits BPP employees receive include subsidized continual education and opportunities for career advancement and growth within the company. Since its inception in 1931, working with the world famous Olmsted family of landscape designers on the original Capilano Estates, British Pacific Properties has pursued a policy of “development with nature” according to the best practices of the day. Today, the company’s formal commitment to sustainability is reflected on two fronts: Green Building and ClimateSmart carbon footprint management. New homes built by British Pacific Homes are constructed according to the sustainable building
practices of the Built Green program that provides construction guidelines and criteria for homes that deliver better energy efficiency, indoor air quality, resource use and overall environmental impact. Over the last few years, the company has designed their charity commitment profile to focus the benefits almost exclusively on the North Shore. “BPP focuses the majority of corporate donations on local,WestVancouver organizations to support the quality of life our current homeowners cherish and future homeowners move for,” says Virginia Bird, spokesperson for British Pacific Properties. Recipients of BPP’s charitable donations includes the West Vancouver Memorial Library, the Ferry Building Gallery, West Vancouver Streamkeepers Society, Lions Gate Hospital Foundation and North Shore Family Services. “Celebrating 80 years in West Vancouver this October, British Pacific Properties is proud to have played a role in shaping the community West Vancouver is today through construction of the Lions Gate Bridge and Park Royal Shopping Centre to stream rehabilitation projects that have helped bring salmon back above the Upper Levels highway,” says Bird
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Cypress Mountain Building on its Olympic legacy and giving back
FAST FACT Cypress Mountain is home of Canada’s first Olympic gold medals on home snow.
It was the Olympic result heard across the country: skier Alexandre Bilodeau becoming the first Canadian to win a gold medal at an Olympic Games held in Canada — and it happened at Cypress Mountain. That was followed up by snowboarder Maëlle Ricker who was the first Canadian woman to win a gold medal at home during the Olympics — and in her hometown of West Vancouver. Today, Cypress Mountain continues to build on that legacy and fosters a young generation of future Olympians by continuing to expand their facilities.This winter season, a new rental fleet and demo centre will feature the latest equipment for both skis and snowboards from HEAD. Joffrey Koeman, Cypress Mountain director of sales and marketing, says the ski hill has the distinction of being Western Canada’s biggest night skiing operation. Night skiing and riding now start at 2 p.m. — and new lighting in the alpine area on both sides of the mountain will encourage more riders and skiers to hit the slopes after school and work. Cypress employs around 800 staff in the peak of
winter.That number is pared down to around 30 people in the summer that are year-round workers. Cypress Mountain is made up of three mountains: Black Mountain, Mount Strachan and Hollyburn Mountain. In the summer months, the trails that crisscross this terrain are filled with hikers and mountain bikers. Cypress is committed to environmental preservation. All incandescent lighting in the buildings are changing to compact fluorescent lighting — which is more than 50 per cent efficient. The mountain also reduced de-icing chemicals by 90 per cent by switching to brine from rock salt hoppers and revamped its recycling program to include 100 per cent compostable food and beverage containers. Every season, Cypress Mountain receives hundreds of requests to support worthwhile programs and charities. Some recipients have included BC Children’s Hospital, the Canadian Cancer Society, YMCA of Vancouver, North Shore Chorus and the West Vancouver Memorial Library.
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Sewell’s Marina Providing ocean adventure and tons of jobs for local students
FAST FACT It’s estimated that Sewell’s provides entertainment for more that 30,000 people a year on the water.
In 1931, Dan Sewell Sr. was brought out to Horseshoe Bay by a friend to go fishing and he fell in love with the location. He later crafted a sport fishing operation, hotel and the first 3/4-horsepower, air-cooled “puttputt” boat by using an engine from a household appliance.The new boats could cover more fishing hotspots with ease and word quickly spread across North America about this marina — Sewell’s — in Horseshoe Bay that was reeling in the big fish. Top-billed entertainers like Bing Crosby would play Vancouver by night and then go out fishing in Howe Sound with Dan Sewell Sr. the next day. And the one-time Vancouver Sun Fishing Derby would attract thousands of people to Horseshoe Bay in the early days of Sewell’s Marina. The face of the business changed with the decades. Post Second World War, boat-building supplies were cheap so locals would turn to Sewell’s for moorage for their new vessels. In the ‘80s, there was a shift away from sport fishing and more towards recreational boating operations. The Sewells also constructed the building that
today housesThe Boathouse restaurant, in 1981. This year marked Sewell’s Marina’s 80th anniversary. It is currently managed by a fourth generation of Sewells and has evolved to be a multifaceted marina offering moorage, boat rentals, fishing charters and eco-tours. The marina is bustling between May to September when it employs approximately 40 high school and university students to help run the operation. Most of these students start scrubbing boats at 14 to 15 years of age and stay on for a number of years creating a 70 to 80 per cent employee retention rate. “It’s just a fun job,” says Megan Sewell. “It’s a culture that they are familiar with and they really enjoy.” Sewell’s has forged partnerships with a number of local businesses including Furry Creek Golf and Country Club to create unique experiences for tourists, locals and corporate groups. But by far, the most popular boating excursion is to Pam Rocks where a harbour seal colony and sweeping views of the city provides the greatest escape.
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Whole Foods Market A healthy work environment that helps nourish the community
FAST FACT Whole Foods Market in West Van was ranked number one and two out of 300 stores by corporate head office in 2010 and 2009.
There was plenty of buzz in the community whenWhole Foods opened its doors at Park Royal Village in September 2004. The grocer prides itself on sourcing their products locally and from all over the world, often from small, uniquely dedicated food artisans.The aptly named Whole Foods strives to offer the highest quality, least processed, most flavorful and naturally preserved foods. For employees, that means there’s no raiding the vending machine for junk food during a shift. Instead, a plethora of healthy organic food is at the staff’s disposal to fuel them throughout the work day. Founded inTexas, Whole Foods only has three stores in Canada including the West Van location, which employs 362 people. West Vancouver Whole Foods recently earned gold and silver awards from corporate head office after ranking one and two out of 300 stores in 2010 and 2009.This was based on strong sales, innovative merchandising, retail execution and impact on the community. Whole Foods has also been featured in Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work
For” every year for the last 14 years. Staff members also receive an education in healthy eating, with Introduction to Organics one of the courses offered through Whole Foods University online. Another incentive for employees to make healthy choices: all full-time and part-time staff members receive a 20 per cent discount on store purchases. They can also feel good about their employer feeding the soul of the community. On “Community 5% Days,” a total of 5 per cent of the day’s net sales are donated to local non-profit organizations. The Community Chest also offers Whole Foods customers a chance to give back to the community. When you reuse your own bag, you can take a bag discount or donate the 10 cents to a local organization. Whole Foods has supported the following organizations through the Community Chest program: The Edible Garden Project, The Lookout Emergency Aid Society, Mahon Park Stewardship,West Vancouver Family Place and the West Vancouver Streamkeepers Society.
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Cactus Club Serving customers – and the community
FAST FACT The Park Royal Cactus Club Cafe was the first certified “green casual fine dining restaurant” in BC.
Staff members are always in the midst of a celebration or special occasion at Cactus Club Cafe. It’s hard to not be enthused about work when everywhere you look people are enjoying good company and scrumptious food. The North Shore is home to the original Cactus Club restaurant, on Pemberton Drive, and the company’s president and founder Richard Jaffray. “The Pemberton location retains some nostalgia, including some of the original artwork and signage and original menu favourites like potato skins,” says Cactus Club spokesperson Shaun Poole. In 2007, Cactus Restaurants Ltd. acquired the VillageTaphouse at Park RoyalVillage with a vision to make it more than just a brew pub. “Cactus has developed an elevated concept including a new menu created specifically for the Taphouse by chef Rob Feenie, a special beer tasting menu and new selection of fine local and imported beers,” explains Poole. Across the street from the Village Taphouse is the North Shore’s other Cactus Club restaurant. All together, the Pemberton and Park Royal Cactus
Club locations and VillageTaphouse in Park Royal employ 280 people. “We are very proud to be part of the vibrant North Shore business community,” says Poole. Each location is empowered to support community projects in their immediate neighborhood. For example, the Park Royal Cactus Club organized and staged a fundraiser in October for breast cancer research, raising roughly $6,000. Some of those same employees laced up their sneakers and took part in the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run ForThe Cure. “In particular, our North Vancouver restaurant and its employees are extremely active in the community, supporting various charity events, youth soccer teams, and other causes,” says Poole. And in an effort to reduce Cactus Club’s eco footprint, the company sources premium Ocean Wise ingredients to ensure their guests can enjoy fresh environmentally sustainable seafood year round. February 1st , 2008 marked a momentous occasion for the Park Royal Cactus Club Cafe when it became the first certified “green casual fine dining restaurant” in B.C.
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“To everything - turn, turn, turn. There is a season - turn, turn, turn.” On the North Shore it’s a time to hibernate indoors, a time to purge wardrobes. City of Vancouver labourer Jason Carter and Rusty Gull pub manager Rebecca Petersen – both North Shore residents – brush off the dust from another work week. The new fall season and the crisp fresh air has them revitalized.
Jason and Rebecca enter the realm of 3D TV technology at CGM Electronics in North Van.
Their Saturday morning starts in Lower Lonsdale where the designer fashions in the MacGillycuddy’s storefront window catches Rebecca’s eye. Jason is also impressed with the quality and selection of the clothes at this consignment store. Afterwards, Jason indulges in some male retail therapy at CGM Electronics on Marine Drive. He and Rebecca discover the latest in 3D TV technology – and remotes that with the touch of one button control the entire settings of your media room from the closing of the blinds to the dropping of the screen and projector. And what newly decked-out media room would be complete without a comfy sectional or love seat? Luckily, Couch Potato, the Sofa Co. was just around the corner on Pemberton Avenue. The friends cap off their outing with a stroll in Horseshoe Bay, hot chocolate from Blenz in hand, crunching through the leaves on the path that leads to the water’s edge.
A dapper Jason and glamorous Rebecca channel Mad Men at MacGillycuddy’s Designer Consignment.
Read on to discover how Jason and Rebecca spent One Day in October.
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www.northshoreoutlook.com Jason and Rebecca entered a realm of 3D TV and Blu-ray technology at CGM Electronics on Marine Drive in North Vancouver. But the futuristic gadgets didn't stop there. "If you want to press one button and have the blinds come down, the screen drop and the projector come out of the ceiling we do all sort of cool things like that," explains CGM Electronics manager, Cisco McLaren. And while the big screen TVs wow the guys, it's the furnishings that house the electronics that gets the female customers at CGM excited.
CGM Electronics manager Cisco McLaren shows Jason the bel canto CD player, amplifier and pre amplifier combo. In a leather coat from MacGillycuddy's, Rebecca relaxes in front of the Sony 60” BRAVIA EX720 Series HDTV in the test living room at CGM.
Sporting MacGillycuddy's gloves, Rebecca grabs hold of an RTI activitybased remote that controls everything from the TV to mood lighting.
The compartments that BDI creates for home entertainment systems feature solid wood and hidden caster wheels, cable management on the back and remote-friendly glass. "Like a totem pole, showing many faces and telling a story, Totem Wind speakers produce a truly musical, soulmoving experience," says the Canadian-based company of their world-renowned speakers, available at CGM.
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The store sells TVs ranging from LED to plasma in sizes up to 65 inches. McLaren figures 80 per cent of TVs CGM sells have 3D capabilities built in. "The 3D technology is much more immersive with a true sense of realism," explains McLaren. "Watching golf in 3D is awesome." CGM Electronics has been on the North Shore for 48 years. They offer custom installations and no commission sales staff.
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Rebecca, wearing a Roots pageboy cap ($20), admires a Sao Paolo denim jacket with removable rabbit fur trim ($60).
MacGillycuddy's owner Movana Arnold show Rebecca and Jason the eclectic collection of high-end mens watches.
Jason picks out a hat that suits his sense of style: a Nike baseball cap, $10.
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Psst: Want to know where you can score Prada, Tiffany, Louis Vuitton and Coach at 50 to 70 per cent less than retail – and without crossing the bridge? MacGillycuddy’s Designer Consignment is a breath of fresh air among second -hand stores: no lingering mothball scent, loose threads or dated garments. Most often, the designer apparel at MacGillycuddy’s might be a couple seasons old. Mother and daughter store owners – Movana and Amanda Arnold – are discerning with what clothes make the cut for their shelves. Once, they even made a trip to Holt Renfrew just to confirm the authenticity of a consigned item. There is a table of neatly-folded designer jeans for men and women featuring labels like Miss Sixty, 7 For All Mankind, Rock and Republic and, if they haven’t been scooped up yet, True Religion.
A just like the designer boutiques, MacGillycuddy’s offers personal shopping And aappointments. There is always water with lemon wedges and coffee to sip when perusing the racks. Whether it’s a wedding, a Christmas party or a wardrobe overhaul, there will be the perfect outfit in store that promises to wow. “One of the key things that people might not consider about consignment is the reducing of the carbon footprint,” explains Amanda. “The garments have already been purchased and made their way into the city.” It’s hard to leave the store without a piece de resistance: a Hermes scarf, diamond stud earrings or a Rolex watch. Even your walls at home can be accessorised by MacGillycuddy’s; being next door to Opus, many artists stop in and end up consigning their original artwork. With over 50,000 new items a year and close to 7000 consigners, the selection at the store is changing every day. But make sure you get on the MacGillycuddy’s wish list, as those Coach bags do go quickly.
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Rebecca and Jason take their Blenz hot chocolates to go, with their sights set on a crisp afternoon walk near the water's edge in Horseshoe Bay.
Jason relaxes in an 'Axis' bentwood arm occasional chair in gray, fine chord fabric, while Rebecca makes herself comfortable in the 'casey' love seat. "You can really taste the difference," says Brian Greene, Blenz marketing coordinator. "We continue to be known as the creator of the best hot chocolate in town." True to the company's core philosophy, Blenz Belgian hot chocolates are made strictly from scratch: the chocolate chips are blended with freshly steamed milk then topped off with all-natural whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles. This warm beverage, a childhood staple, e, also pairs beautifully with the natural surroundings of Horseshoe Bay. Blenz 6334 Bay Street, West Vancouver www.blenz.com
The artful swirls on this Blenz caramel macchiato are as delicious as they look.
Both Jason and Rebecca are on their feet all day at their respective jobs. So when Rebecca comes home, "I lie right down on my couch", she says. Jason, on the other hand, gravitates towards the recliners which he says "will always be popular with men". Store owner Joanne Morrison shows Rebecca a Leslie Jee fabric sample which is exclusive to Couch Potato.
Couch Potato, the Sofa Co. has plenty of relaxation furniture to test drive in their showroom. The 'casey' love seat, for instance, is spacious because the arms are narrow, giving you the option to cozy up or keep your distance from your sitting partner. On the display model, this love seat's fabric has a linen look, but it also comes in a range of patterns and colours including flannel and brilliant hues. All of Couch Potato's fabric samples are large in size and hung up along one wall of the store, making them easy to navigate through. Store owner Joanne Morrison gushes to Rebecca about the Leslie Jee fabrics that are exclusive to Couch Potato. "Look how crisp those lines are," says Morrison, adding that Leslie Jee offers a good price point considering the high quality of the fabrics.
Couch Potato, the Sofa Co. store owner Joanne Morrison is always on hand at the family-friendly store to give her advice on comfort, style, fabric.
She explains how most people choose a solid background for their couches and sitting chairs and use the toss cushion for the pop. Teal is a hot colour for fall. Some of the convertible comfy sofa beds at Couch Potato feature a six-and-a-half inch high mattress, making them more relaxing than traditional hideaway beds.
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SCULPT is a new Vancouverbased skin care company that combines the latest scientific research and natural, traditional remedies to reverse signs of ageing. The company's wildly successful, patent-pending SCULPT Instant line has developed somewhat of a cult following among users of all ages. "What I love most about SCULPT is how happy it makes people," says Dr. Mark Wilkinson, Ph.D., president of SCULPT Cosmetics.
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This 65" Panasonic TCP VT30 series plasma TV ($4,999) was voted best in its class this year. CGM Electronics manager Cisco McLaren says it has also won awards for best TV ever designed. It comes with one free pair of 3D glasses. CGM Electronics 1285 Marine Drive, North Vancouver, www.cgmelectronics.com
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Vancouver heritage home gets a facelift reVISION Custom Home Renovations goes to work in an old house with character. By Maggie Calloway This was a full-on renovation by Todd Senft of reVISION Custom Home Renovations. A new top story was added, then the whole house including the bottom suite was renovated down to the studs and beyond. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a heritage, character home on the east side of Vancouver. The project was very unique in that two intertwined projects were happening at the same time,â&#x20AC;? Senft says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My company was contracted to do the renovation and at the same time Lighthouse Sustainability was contracted by Metro Vancouver to do an audit of everything that came out of the house that was recycled or repurposed. Because this was a significant renovation it was a prime project for them to look at everything during deconstruct, which is a term they use instead of demolition. In real terms for us it meant everything being removed from the home must be dismantled in a way they could more easily recycle rather than just crushing them and throwing them into a bin.â&#x20AC;? Lighthouse conducted a pilot project on this renovation to document real-world experiences and challenges in recycling and re-purposing every possible item removed from the home. The roofing shingles were separated; the roof sheathing, drywall, insulation and flooring were also separated. Doors and windows were carefully removed for recycling and every single item was weighed for comparison purposes. This was an exciting project because while it is a noble endeavor to talk about diverting building materials from the landfill there was, and is, a need to get hard facts on what it takes and what is possible. It takes a lot longer to remove items with care, separate everything and arrange for various businesses to remove them. Taking longer means
more expense to both the renovator and subsequently to the homeowner but because the landfill charges by tonnage, savings are realized at that end of the process. It is impossible to make long-term policy decisions without hard data and this project helped move that data forward. And what about the renovation itself? The family, including two kids and the downstairs tenant, moved out for the seven months of the renovation. The only things saved from the original home were the kitchen cupboards and countertops, as the homeowners had recently renovated the kitchen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With the new top story, consisting of two bedrooms, one bath and a roof deck, the original foundation would not carry the load so we had to raise and support the house while we removed the old foundation, pour a new one and put in new drainage around the house,â&#x20AC;? Senft says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On the main floor we took out the original brick chimney to create an open space between the dining room, living room and kitchen. Open-plan living on this floor made great sense for the family. There is also a bathroom and one bedroom on this floor. Then we created a staircase by the entry to go up to the new top floor. The basement floor had an original rental suite which was also totally renovated and remains a separate suite.â&#x20AC;? The renovated house is completely energyefficient. The family plans to stay in the home for the long term so it made perfect sense to spend
the extra money up front to purchase top-ofthe-line mechanical systems with high energyefficiency. This is a decision anyone planning a major renovation should keep in mind. It takes an average of five years to gain a return on the investment but the average turnover in housing in British Columbia is also five years. Consequently if you sell, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the new owner who gets the advantage of your investment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a character home, which still fits perfectly in the neighbourhood, with a completely new heating system, new hot water system and insulation, the windows were upgraded, all the energy efficiencies you could ask for, all the conveniences of a new home,â&#x20AC;? Senft says. There is no question that an undertaking of this magnitude is hard on any family. First they are displaced, which is hard especially with children. There are the multitude of daily decisions to be made, and not to be dismissed is the financial commitment. Anyone contemplating a comparable renovation should first surround themselves with an experienced contractor and designer or architect, make as many upfront decisions as possible and, when the going gets stressful (and it probably will), keep your eye on the prize. Short term inconvenience for a long-term gain for your family is a worthy goal, especially when the end result is as amazing as this home became.
Time to call in the closet experts By Maggie Calloway You have made the difficult decisions about what clothes to keep and what to toss or donate. You have ruthlessly gone through all your drawers and cupboards, including the dreaded â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know where to put it so Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll just stick it in the catchall drawer until laterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; drawer. We all have one of those; I could probably build a summer house including electrical and plumbing out of mine! You have resisted the temptation to keep things â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;just in caseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and passed it on to someone who could really use it, and now comes the reward. Could this be the time to call in the experts, to create custom storage solutions unique to your needs? To finally get rid of those sagging rails and shoe jumble at the bottom of your closet? Chris Isfeld, along with his brother Brett, are partners in the custom closet design company Designer Closet Guys. Isfeld, an engineer by training, came to B.C. after graduating to work for a plastic company who, among other things, made shelving products. In 2000 the general manager of the company and Isfeld decided to venture out on their own to start a company manufacturing
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Unveiling your wood floors Murray Macintyre at Restoration Hardwood is an expert on refinishing your old floors. By Maggie Calloway The good news is your tired and worn hardwood floors can now be sanded without the dust seeping into every nook and cranny in the house. We now have dust-free sanding! Murray Macintyre, of Restoration Hardwood, is an expert on what makes a great refinished floor. “The first thing is to make sure there is enough wood left in the floor to refinish. We take off about a sixteenth of an inch of wood so there has to be enough there,” Macintyre says. “Engineered floors, for instance, can only be refinished once. The oak strip floors can always be great to work on; fir floors, which were also popular, depending on their age sometimes cannot because they are too thin.” He says that pine can be sanded, but staining them could be tricky because the wood doesn’t take stain well. Before a job is started, the floor is inspected to ensure all nails are countersunk and the floor doesn’t have some loose or damaged boards. Loose boards will be properly re-nailed and damaged boards replaced. The surrounding rooms are then sealed off. “Once we have done any necessary remedial work on the floor, we start sanding with a belt sander and edger using a coarser grit sandpaper to begin which removes the existing finish,” says Macintyre. “Next, we move to finer grit
sandpaper which removes the coarse marks from the initial sanding. We vacuum the floor to remove dust that may have collected in the nail holes, then the entire floor is trowel-filled with ... wood filler. “Once that is done we do a third sanding with even finer sandpaper and finish with a buffer,” he says. The crew then wets the floor to open the grain so it will accept stain. The stain is then applied and allowed to soak in before the excess is removed. “At this stage the urethane finish coats are applied ... Once all the steps are complete a total inspection is taken to make sure everything is perfect,” Macintyre says.
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A kitchen gets a makeover from the designer homeowner By Maggie Calloway Karen Campbell of the interior design firm, Esprit Décor of Maple Ridge, is a very inventive and talented interior designer. Her work for clients has been extraordinary, and the number of times her clients have called her back over the years is a testament that her work is not only stunning but functional. Campbell lives in a small but fabulous coach house on her own rural property where the Alouette River flows past the huge trees beside her kitchen patio. Like many of us, she spends most of her at-home time in and around the kitchen. The only problem was the kitchen was dated and badly needed a facelift but client work always took precedence. Campbell decided the time had come to make some badly needed changes. This time the kitchen renovation was different. This time Campbell was her own client and she would not be calling in a kitchen cabinet manufacturer to measure the space, consult on the style, and then wait for delivery. Having just finished a complete kitchen renovation for a client and having carefully salvaged the cabinets, Campbell decided she would retrofit them for her own renovation. The only structural change Campbell made to her kitchen was to put in a much larger window over the sink to replace a tiny window which didn’t do justice to the view. In doing that they found the whole exterior wall was rotten and had to be replaced. First, Campbell had to figure out how to configure the cabinets in her space. Once that was done, every cabinet had to be sprayed with high-gloss enamel paint and installed with new hardware. “The island looks different but is actually in the same spot with a new Caesarstone countertop in a totally new shape. This is something people contemplating a kitchen facelift
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A wood stove is the perfect addition to a chilly winter evening By Maggie Calloway I have to confess right up front that I am a huge fan of wood stoves. I live on a small acreage and depend on heat from my wood stove along with electric baseboard backup. But for me, it is more than the basic need for heat during cold winters. I love the whole process. I enjoy my long chat with the fellow who delivers the wood and I love stacking it in my purpose-built wood shed. I confess to standing in front of my full shed (I always have enough for two years), and feeling a deep sense of contentment knowing that no matter what happens I, and my resident pets, will be warm and snug through the dark months. I enjoy looking forward to throwing another log on the fire on a cold windy night and settling down with a good book. And, if the power goes out, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hurt to be able to boil water for a cup of tea or heat up a pot of soup. Word to the wise, using a wood stove is not for the faint of heart; it is hard work. There is always something to do, from stacking wood to filling the wood bin to cleaning out the ashes. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a far cry from flicking a switch on and off with natural gas. And if you have to build a fire and wait for the heat to build on a winter morning, well, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just say it separates the true believers from the pretenders! And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget the need for organizing a chimney sweep at least once a year. I put in a call to Rick Abbott of R.E. MacDonald in Aldergrove, a store specializing in stoves of all types.
Abbott, along with his colleagues, is an expert in matching the right product with each client. The first thing Abbott advises is that before anyone purchases a wood stove they find a reliable wood source. Though it may seem like a good idea at the time, burning old 2x4s is not allowed because the warranty on the stove would be voided. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If a client purchases a stove late in the season it is likely they wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find a source of dry wood. For those new to the process, wood needs to be dry, which means about a year of drying time,â&#x20AC;? says Abbott. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Burning wet, or green wood as it is known, creates creosote buildup in the chimney, which is a major fire hazard.â&#x20AC;? Once you have the wood situation in hand, you need an expert to advise you on which stove meets your particular needs. Some of the newer stoves have a twenty-hour and up burn, which means they are still throwing heat long after the stove has been stacked with wood, depending on what kind of wood you are burning. For me, the benefits of a wood stove far outweigh the workload involved. Everyone has to make a personal decision about the pros and cons after consulting with an expert such as Abbott. A final word of caution, make sure you advise your insurance company if you plan on installing a wood stove as many have very stringent rules. It also wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hurt to check with your local municipality to make sure wood-burning stoves are allowed.
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Closet Guys committed to best possible service â&#x20AC;&#x153; from page.26 accessories, such as tie racks and belt racks. The partnership, although successful, was dissolved in 2007 but Isfeld was committed to the idea of a high-quality closet design company. In the meantime Isfeld had set up what we now know as Designer Closet Guys with Brett. Brett, who had a design background, was in Vancouver working for an entertainment lawyer and suffering from burn-out. His timing was perfect to have a long chat with his brother about career options, as Isfeld had decided there was a need for a local custom cabinet company and had contracted with a Richmond-based manufacturer to represent their product. The rest is history. So how does the process work once you have made the decision to organize your home, or part thereof, once and for all? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every home is unique so we start with a consultation in the home to get an idea about style, space and what the client wants to achieve,â&#x20AC;? Isfeld says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The space is measured then we are able to show the client immediately, on computer, a design mockup of how we see the best use of available space for their particular needs.â&#x20AC;? They then refine the design back at the office, and present the client with a detailed drawing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;(We are) constantly refining until the client is totally happy. A date is set for installation and because we do our own installations the client can be sure they are getting the best possible service.â&#x20AC;? A lot of homes today have actual dressing rooms, so it makes great sense to make the best use of the space. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Having well-designed storage is a great investment because not only will the client enjoy an organized home but on re-sale it is an added benefit,â&#x20AC;? Isfeld says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In my own home we have a kitchen/great room where
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we spend all our time so we converted what was the formal living room into a dressing room. What we saved from not having to buy furniture for a space we wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use we invested in creating a room which enhances our lives. Our master is on the main floor so now we have a large, pretty fantastic master suite.â&#x20AC;? Isfeld would like to remind people that no matter how great it is to finally have everything under control, long-term success depends on them having a system in place. They canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just keep bringing items into the home because even the new system is finite. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If they bring something new into the home they need to let something go,â&#x20AC;? Isfeld says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This way the home will remain organized.â&#x20AC;?
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Born in Hall’s Prairie, BC on September 21, 1918, Bea passed away peacefully at home on October 15, 2011. Bea grew up in Richmond, BC and attended UBC. In Ottawa during the Second World War she worked for the British Admiralty Technical Mission and then the National Film Board before returning to Vancouver to work in the custom brokerage industry. It was in Ottawa that she first met James D. (Pat) Thomas (predeceased Sept 2008) in 1944. They met again in Vancouver and were married in 1948, first settling in Norgate in North Vancouver before building their home in West Vancouver in 1955. Bea is survived by her sister Alice Joslin; her son, Craig (Colleen) and grandchildren, Carolyn and Christine; and her son, Jim (Vicki) and grandchildren, Jeffrey (Leslie) and Melanie. Bea will be remembered for her devotion to her family, her enthusiasm for sports and her love of gardening. Many thanks to Dr. Bell-Irving and her staff and to the staff from Home Instead. A special thank you to Nancy Robert and Aurelia Wedenig. A memorial service and the Celebration of Life will take place at Ocean View Cemetery, 4000 Imperial Street, Burnaby, BC V5J 1A4 on Thursday October 27, 2011 at 2:00 pm. As athletics were such a part of the Thomas Family, in lieu of flowers, please send donations to KidSport BC at #260 - 3820 Cessna Drive, Richmond, BC, V7B 0A2, or online at www.kidsportcanada.ca. KidSport™ is a community-based sport charity that provides grants for children aged 6 - 18 to participate in a sport season of their choice. WHERLEY, Cynthia Mary Passed away on October 15, 2011 at age 85. Predeceased by her brothers George and Frank and nephew Geoffrey. Survived by her nieces and nephews John, Ruth, Joy, Marie, Chris, Carol, Peter and Nancy, their families and many friends that will dearly miss her. Prayers will be held at St. Anthony’s Parish, 2347 Inglewood, West Vancouver on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 7pm and Funeral Mass will be held Friday, October 28, 2011 at 11am. In lieu of flowers donations to St. Anthony’s Parish or a charity of your choice would be appreciated
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- CUSTOMER ORIENTED DEDICATED Do the above words describe you? If you are an analytical people person who strives to provide great customer service then this position is perfect for you! We are a leading perishable produce company renowned for its product quality and service located in the heart of the Fraser Valley. The position is to start immediately. If you are looking to contribute and grow within a strong team - apply now! Responsibilities will include; · Invoicing to clients (via hard copy and internet platform) · Compiling supporting documents for invoices · Additional related duties as required Qualifications: · Experience with ACCPAC ERP · Excellent attention to detail and accuracy · Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) Submit resume with salary expectations to mgratwicke812@gmail.com We thank all applicants however we will only be contacting shortlisted candidates.
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Kitimat Modernization Project, Kitimat, BC Rio Tinto is a leading international mining group headquartered in the UK, combining Rio Tinto plc, a London and NYSE listed company, and Rio Tinto Limited, which is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange. Rio Tinto’s business is finding, mining, and processing mineral resources. Major products are aluminum, copper, diamonds, energy (coal and uranium), gold, industrial minerals (borax, titanium dioxide, salt, talc) and iron ore. Activities span the world but are strongly represented in Australia and North America with significant businesses in South America, Asia, Europe and southern Africa. For more information, please visit www.riotinto.com. Rio Tinto Alcan is the aluminum product group of Rio Tinto, headquartered in Montreal, Canada. Building on more than a century of experience and expertise, Rio Tinto Alcan is the global leader in the aluminum industry. With over 24,000 employees in 27 countries, Rio Tinto Alcan is a global supplier of high-quality bauxite, alumina and primary aluminum. Its AP smelting technology is the industry benchmark and its enviable hydroelectric power position delivers significant competitive advantages in today’s carbon-constrained world. As part of Rio Tinto Alcan Primary Metal North America, the company’s BC Operations is based in Kitimat, British Columbia and is one of the largest industrial complexes in the province. Employing about 1400 people and contributing more than $269 million annually to the provincial economy, the Kitimat based aluminum operation is poising for future growth. The Kitimat Modernization Project is a key strategic brown field initiative for Rio Tinto Alcan using the most advanced version of AP technology. This future smelter is projected to have an aluminum production capacity of 420 000 tonnes per year. Rio Tinto Alcan - Kitimat Modernization Project is seeking to fill the role of Procurement Specialist based in Kitimat, BC. Procurement Specialist Kitimat Modernization Project Ref. No.: KIT0001K The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing an interface strategy and process between the current Operations and the Project Team; establish new contracts for goods and services associated with the new operations; recommend inventory levels; and work on agreed plans and timeframes to ensure first metal is delivered on schedule. Specific role responsibilities include: -Develop and implement a Commercial strategy to support the achievement of the Kitimat Modernization Project’s business goals that is aligned with Rio Tinto’s overall commercial strategy. -Lead the supplier negotiations for major new contracts and manage the contracts in line with Project/Operations requirements. -Responsible for ensuring delivery of all goods/services required by the relevant subcontract(s), including time, quality and cost. -Advise new stock levels for materials and consumables to support production plans and adjust to meet requirements. -Manage the interface between new Operation/Maintenance departments regarding the recommended spare parts listing. -Work closely with the Regional Economic Development group to ensure alignment of strategy. -Coordinate and ensure resource expertise as required to meet delivery outcomes in all commercial areas. -Provide key supplier performance feedback. -Respect the procurement budget.
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Regular work, dedicated units, Benefits after 3mos. Minimum 2 years mountain exp. required. Fax resume & N print abstract to 1-888-778-3563 or E-mail to jobs@bstmanagement.net or Call: 604.214.3161
DELIVERY DRIVER / YARD PERSON Metro Roofing requires experienced Delivery Driver and Yard Person. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be be familiar with the Lower Mainland. Must have clean driving record and valid class 3 drivers license. Good communication skills essential.
Please call: (604)888-4856 or fax: (604)888-4827 DRIVER. COMPANY EXPANDING. Looking for Class 1 driver who can cross border and go into ports, preferably with 1 year flat deck exp. Serious replies only. Fax resume & abstract to 604-853-4179 or email trish@sprucehollowheavyhaul.com
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For flat deck and heavy haul divisions of a busy Langley based company. 2 trucks available for lease to own. Must have previous experience.
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Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.
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Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following job: Heavy Duty Mechanic. Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259 We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-7235051.
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F/T CHEF. Genji Japanese Rest. (N. Van). 3 - 5 yrs exp. High school grad. $18.75/hr Prepare and cook meals. Tel: 604-980-6881
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Required for Dorman Timber Ltd. in the Fraser Valley area. Must have previous experience. First Aid is an asset. Competitive Wages. Please fax resumes with covering letter to 604-796-0318 or e-mail: mikayla.tamihilog@shaw.ca
EXCLUSIVE FINNING/Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Service Training. GPRC Fairview Campus. Grade 12 diploma required. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid work practicum with Finning. Potential apprenticeship opportunity. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.
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Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Ltd. designs and manufactures bulk materials handling equipment typically used in mining, forestry and oil sands. The business has been in operation since 1955 and is located in the Port Kells area of Surrey. The successful candidate will have at least 10 years welding experience and at least 5 years of CWB certification using metal-core wire for steel fabrication.
To apply submit resume by Email to rspeers@iem.ca or fax to 604-513-9905
LOOKING FOR A Powerful Career? Great wages? Year round work? Power Engineering program. GPRC Fairview Campus. On-campus boiler lab, affordable residences. Study 4th Class and Part A 3rd Class in only 1 year. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.
ROCK IS seeking a Qualified Safety Officer. Must be familiar with Work Safe and National Safety regulations; experience in drill/blast operations an asset. Conduct New Employee Safety Orientation, Safety Meetings and Accident/Incident reports. Must have good communication and interpersonal skills and First Aid certified. Wage based on experience. This position is field oriented, requires travelling to various job locations. Please forward resume to resume@rcmi.ca or fax to (250) 828-1948.
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Five Star Building Maintenance has Immediate F/T and P/T openings (daytime only). We offer training programs, attractive wages and comprehensive benefits. Fax resume to 604-435-0516 or email to careers@fivestarbc.ca
For yacht repairs - Perm, F/T (1 vacancy) with at least 5 years of experience in the following: high-end joinerwork with exotic woods, including steam-bending, bent laminations, and vacuumveneering; marine plumbing; installation of all types of marine electronics; all aspects of fiberglass repairs; spray finishing (gel coat, epoxies, urethanes); and general mechanical work. TIG welding on SS & Al and CADD experience also assets. Written and hands-on tests may be required. $23.55 per hr, CPP. Email: daniventerprises@ hotmail.ca
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
ALBERTA earthmoving company requires a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will work in a modern shop and also have mechanics truck for field work. The job is at Edson, Alberta. We require that you have experience on Cat crawlers and or Deere excavators. Call Lloyd at (780)723-5051. BUSY SHOP in Abbotsford is looking for an exp’d bodyman for dry vans and reefer trailer repair work. Please fax resume to 604-530-9135
ACCOUNTING & Payroll Trainees needed. Large & small firms seeking certified A&P staff now. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-424-9417.
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To qualify for this position the candidate must have: -University degree in a relevant discipline or relevant experience -5 years of procurement experience in an industrial environment -Previous project experience would be desirable -Certified Professional Purchasing designation The rewards and benefits of working for Rio Tinto are market benchmarked and very competitive, including an attractive remuneration package, regular salary reviews, incentive programs, employee savings plan, competitive pension plan, a self education assistance policy, and comprehensive health & disability programs.
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Required for Westcoast Moulding & Millwork in the Lower Mainland Division. Experience in Millwork, building products, Punjabi and/or Hindi considered assets. Positive attitude and dedication rewarded with: ◆ Excellent remuneration ◆ Benefits
Fax resume: 604-513-1194 E-mail: jobs@ westcoastmoulding.com
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Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Ltd. designs and manufactures bulk materials handling equipment typically used in mining, forestry and oil sands. The business has been in operation since 1955 and is located in the Port Kells area of Surrey. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years experience as a steel fabricator.
To apply submit resume by Email to rspeers@iem.ca or fax to 604-513-9905 WATERCRAFT IN SUMMER, Snowmobiles in Winter, ATV’s in Between! Become an Outdoor Power Equipment Technician. GPRC’s Fairview College Campus. Apprenticeship opportunity. On-campus residences. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.
We are Rio Tinto Alcan (RTA) the aluminum product group of Rio Tinto (RT) - a leading international mining group (http://www.riotinto.com) and the global leader in the aluminum industry. We supply high quality bauxite, alumina and aluminum worldwide and our AP smelting technology is the industry benchmark. To sustain this enviable market position, we count on the driving force of our 24,000 employees in 27 countries, all sharing our passion for excellence in product innovation, global practices and standards and cutting - edge technology. In particular, our commitment to excellence in managing Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) responsibilities is the hallmark of our activities. Our ultimate goal is ZERO - zero injuries, zero occupational illnesses, and zero environmental harm. Located in the Kitimat region of British Columbia, the Kitimat, Kemano and Watershed operations are part of Rio Tinto Alcan Primary Metal North America. Over the next four years, the Kitimat Smelter will convert from 1950’s reduction technology to the most advanced version of AP40 technology. The new smelter will produce up to 420,000 tonnes of aluminum annually, primarily supplying the Asian markets. Rio Tinto Alcan is seeking a qualified person to fill the role noted below: POWERLINE TECHNICIAN Ref no. KIT0001F This job entails all aspects of the trade with a focus on transmission line maintenance. The hourly wage rate for power line technician is $40.639/hour. To qualify for this position, the successful candidate must possess: -Interprovincial journeyman lineman trades qualification -Industrial experience (3+ years is preferred but consideration will be given to recent graduates of powerline technician certification programs). -Experience in utility distribution systems -A valid British Columbia drivers license Employees are represented by the Canadian Autoworkers Local 2301. We offer an attractive remuneration package and relocation assistance, a range of Rio Tinto benefits, as well as the sought after opportunity to develop and expand upon your knowledge and experience with a world leader in the industry. Northern residency and experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the North, are assets. To apply, please submit an online application (resume) directly at our website at jobs.riotinto.ca or send your resume to the following address: Rio Tinto Alcan, Recruitment Coordinator, PO Box 1800, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H2. Resumes must be received by Friday, November 18, 2011. Rio Tinto Alcan would like to thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.
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CONTRACTORS
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 5 mo. old looking for a loving homeVet checked: eyes, ears & heart Registered CKC & micro chipped Parents, champion CKC registered. Socialized with children and other animals Call : 604 - 460 - 8086 EGYPTIAN MAU, Native Bronze male, neutered, 2yrs. Healthy, imported. Shy. $450. (778)297-4470 ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES Available!!! For more information Call Andrei 604-970-3807. KING PITBULL X Rottweiler pups. very cute 8 wks old, 1st shots, vet chkd. $400/ea. (604)240-1668 KITTENS, Orange tabby, Call (604)703-1077 LABRADOODLE PUPPIES Family Based Hobby Breeder 604-595-5840. Avail Nov 19th. redbarnlabradoodles.blogspot.com 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 PB Czech German Shepherd PupsWorking and pet quality. Dewormed, vaccinated, temperament tested, health guaranteed. Proven bloodlines $1500.00. Call: 778-8364048 e-mail: german_shepherds@live.ca Persian kittens reg. Snow Whites Silver.1st Shots. Ready to go. Health guar. $600: 604-538-1446.
BUILDING SALE... FINAL CLEARANCE. “ROCK BOTTOM PRICES” 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,990. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140x20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422.
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14,400k, Ford V-10, fully loaded, walk-around queen, lrg. living rm. slide w/ topper, sleeps 8 gen. (2.5hrs.), back-up cam., electric step, great pass through storage, exc. cond. (ns/np) $44,500
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FURNITURE
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2005 GMC-Diesel 345K km. School certified, wheelchair lift, runs great. $29,000. Call Paul (250)378-2337
CENTURY APT 250 East 15th Ave.
FALL FAIR OCT. 29 10-2pm Seycove School Cafeteria 1204 Caledonia Fab. activities for kids Garage sale/silent auction
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APARTMENT/CONDO
• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
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2002 Honda Civic 4 dr auto aircared mag whls. 170,000k. $4,600 obo. 778-895-7570. 2004 Honda CRV EX, black, 68,900 kms. $15,490. Exc cond. orig. owner. 2.4 L auto, real time AWD. Extra set of summer tires, flr/cargo mats. Call Joe 604-850-0354 7 - 9 pm. 2006 Toyota Matrix 4 dr. auto, 60,000kms. p/l, a/c, c/c. alloy whls. $7,400 obo. 778-895-7570. 2011 NISSAN VERSA, 4 door, hatchback, auto. grey, new tires. $9000 firm. Call 604-538-4883.
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BUILDING SUPPLIES
BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095
ABBA MOVERS & DEL. Res/com 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up. 25 yrs of experience.604-506-7576
CARS - DOMESTIC
1997 Cadillac Deville - Loaded. Immac. Cond. New tires & brakes. Private $6900 obo. 604-364-1554 2000 FORD FOCUS SE, 179K, auto, fully loaded. Runs like new. $2500. 778-893-4866 2004 OPTRA air cond., loaded, 4 door, 127m,000km. Air Cared. $4500 obo 604-780-8404 2011 Ford Mustang GT white, low mileage, 1 owner, clear title, no accidents, $15800, rosegodby@yahoo.ca
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AUTO SERVICES
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HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
Toy Poodle cross pups, 2nd shots, short & stocky, 4 mo, male, $595; female, $750. (604)354-3003 Maple Ridge email: dinkytoi@hotmail.ca
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Swiss Mountain pups. Look like Bernese but short-hair & smaller. $1500. Gentle. 604-795-7662.
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50’ Boathouse for rent. Crescent Beach Marina. $950/mo, short or long term. Incl. moorage, electricity, water. Call 604 614-2737.
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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977
SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS - start or grow your small business. Free to apply. Qualify for up to 100K. www.leadershipgrants.ca.
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3/4 NEO MASTIFF 1/4 American Bulldog pup, 3 mos old, shots, dewormed, tails docked, family farm raised $500 (604)826-2419 BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG PUPPIES FOR SALE. First shots and dewormed. Call 778-551-1901 $1250 a PUP. Take me home! BERNOODLE PUPS, Poodle Bernese X, cuddly, perfect family dog. $1200. Call (604)825-3966
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566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS GLIGA VIOLINS Canada - Handmade Violins Made in Romania. 778-280-8035 www.violinslover.ca
TRUCKS & VANS
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sports academy director. “And it’s done with teachers and the professionals. All have strength in a certain area and the kids benefit from both.” Stephan Grisbrook, owner of North Vancouver’s Inside Performance sports complex, is partnering with the school on the academy. Grisbrook’s facility, where the majority of little league squads on the North Shore as well as the North Shore Twins and Coquitlam Reds of the British Columbia Premier Baseball League train, will be the indoor venue for athletic training and skills development for academy participants. On-field workouts and practices will be offered in addition to the indoor sessions. Grisbrook told The Outlook the diamonds being considered for use are those at Parkgate and Ambleside. Joining Grisbrook are a host of coaches and trainers with years of experience in professional baseball. Nelson B.C. native Brooks McNiven, drafted fourth overall by the San Francisco Giants in 2003 and current North Shore Twins’ pitching coach, will be part of the team as will Chris Pritchett, who played in the majors in 1996 and 1998-1999 with the Anaheim Angels and in 2000 with the Philadelphia Phillies. Since announcing the school’s intention of launching a baseball academy last week, Nelson said the response has been “excellent.” She said she’s received 12 inquiries so far, some from families with players still in Grade 6. Sentinel’s Braeden Fitzpatrick, a Grade 10 student, is also excited about the launch of the new program. A pitcher and first baseman with the North Shore Twins, Fitzpatrick said he’s looking forward to the additional training the academy will provide. Fitzpatrick’s hoping to earn a college scholarship to the United States and said any extra work will help him in his quest to earn a spot in a highly competitive selection process. “I’ve been to the U.S. for tournaments. In the States they use metal bats [the North Shore Twins use wood] and there are other advantages,” he said. “They have such well-kept fields and have a much more year-round game.” Those interested in learning more on the planned baseball academy are invited to attend an information session at Hollyburn Country Club on November 21 at 7 p.m. Registration and other details will be discussed. Additional information can also be found at www.sd45.bc.ca or www.insideperformance.ca.
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