Deep Cove Crier August 2016 by North Shore News Features

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Raven pub plans unveiled by new owners by JUSTIN BEDDALL

As news about the sale of the Raven Pub began to circulate in June, some locals wondered if it might be last call at the iconic Deep Cove watering hole that opened in 1979. But there’ll be no need for its devoted patrons to drown their sorrows. The pub’s new owners – who happen to be longtime customers and area residents – understand exactly what the local pub and restaurant means to the Cove community as a gathering spot for friends and families. “We have to preserve this and keep that amenity within the community,” said Oliver Webbe, of Darwin Construction, the development company that purchased the licences for both the Raven Pub and its beer and wine store. “For me it has got some attachment.” Webbe’s father David is the founder and CEO of Darwin Construction and he and Oliver both have strong ties to the local pub. When David moved to Deep Cove more than three decades ago he joined the Raven-sponsored Mount Seymour Ravens soccer club. Oliver’s memories of the local establishment go way back too: When he turned 19, he sat down inside the popular bar to order his first beer. “My mom took me down there,” he said. Now with a young family of his own, Oliver usually goes to the Raven at least once a week for dinner with his wife and kids. Both father and son live within walking distance to the pub. Peter and Jennifer Crawford have owned the Raven for the past 16 years. When they made the decision to retire and sell the business they called their longtime Cove friends and neighbours, the Webbes. Oliver Webbe said his family didn’t hesitate to make a deal to ensure the pub would remain in local hands. “(It’s really like) passing the torch from their family to my family,” he said. “It just makes me feel happy to keep that in the community.” While the Raven is here to stay, it will soon be moving a few doors to the right. Webbe said the plan is to build a new Raven at the northeast corner of Deep

Cove Road and Mount Seymour Parkway, which is the current site of Central Motor Service auto repair business, a parcel of land that is already owned by Darwin Construction. Before any plans are drawn up for the new Raven, Webbe said they will be reaching out to the community for input on what they would like to see in a reimagined Raven. He said the new pub will include a wrap-around patio and its history as a live music venue will continue only with a better sound system that will keep neighbour noise complaints down and also allow pub patrons who’d rather talk than listen to music the option to do so. “I want to make sure people keep coming for the next 40 years,” he said. There are no plans for a name change, however there may be a minor tweak like calling it the Deep Cove Raven, he added. “(It’s kind of the) entrance to Deep Cove. It’s kind of historical that Raven name and sign,” he said. The corner site, which extends to the old Raven, doesn’t require rezoning. Webbe said after permits are completed construction for the new Raven will likely begin in early 2017. The corner development will also include townhomes. The current Raven, he noted, will remain open during the entire construction phase of the new restaurant so the official last call at the original Raven will only come when the new pub and restaurant is set to open. Webbe noted that they are working with the existing businesses in the block to ensure they are able to stay within the Seymour community. As for future plans for the block, Darwin plans to develop the area according to the zoning and official community plan, which includes a mixture of commercial and residential to a maximum of three storeys. Jennifer Crawford will stay on at the Raven until the new pub is opened. Her future plans include taking some university courses, playing more golf and spending time with family and friends. She looks back fondly at her time at the Raven. “The Raven has been a family business with all five of us working in at one time and another. That family feeling keeps

Jennifer Crawford and her husband Peter (not shown) owned the Raven Pub for 16 years. Oliver Webbe (right) and his father are the new owners. PHOTO JULIA IRIARTE

business was sold to Darwin “because of their long association with Deep Cove and with the Raven. I know that all we have worked to put in place will continue. And I am really happy to hear that the Raven will not close - it will just move.” d

spreading through our staff and through all the families and individuals we serve,” she said in an email. “This has been the most satisfying part of owning the Raven along with being in a great community.” Crawford said she’s pleased that the

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DNV searching for affordable housing options There are very real concerns about the impact of rising housing costs in our community and across the Metro region. Home ownership is now beyond the reach of many average families due to skyrocketing property prices and low vacancy rates. Here in the district our limited variety of housing types mean many folks are moving to other areas of our region and beyond in search of suitable and affordable housing. If we don’t respond to this phenomenon we risk losing our young adults and families, some of whom are our critical community workers: teachers, nurses, firefighters, municipal workers, retailers and tradespeople who are the backbone of a healthy economy and community. Issues around housing affordability aren’t new. I grew up in West Vancouver in the 1960s but couldn’t afford to live there as an adult, and neither could most of my

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housing needs. Work on this strategy began earlier this year, and this spring we reached out to the community for feedback through a district-wide telephone, in-person and online survey. The findings have helped us understand what kind of housing all of our residents say they need and measure the public’s awareness of issues related to affordability, allowing us to gather valuable input and ideas. That feedback, combined with input from non-profit housing agencies and development industry representatives, was used to inform our draft strategy. The draft strategy outlines our high-level goals, which include expanding the diversity of our housing types, prioritizing the retention of affordable housing, enabling the replacement of existing rental housing where possible, minimizing impacts to existing tenants, increasing the supply of new rental and affordable housing, and partnering with other governments and agencies to deliver the affordable housing options our community needs. To learn more please visit dnv.org/ housing. The increasing cost of housing is an issue that stretches far beyond the borders of the district, as all of our neighbouring municipalities are struggling with the issue too, and just about every local government is working on finding solutions. And while we do want to deliver a customized strategy for our community, any action we take will reflect the learnings and best practices from around the region. We live in a very desirable corner of the world and population growth is inevitable. I believe we should take a proactive approach rather than wish it away. Newcomers bring a fresh and vibrant energy to our community and help us see the future for what it can be, as opposed to simply a continuation of what is. Communities that plan well and actively manage growth can welcome newcomers and, at the same time, ensure those who have lived here for generations can continue to do so, affordably.

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Give North Shore Rescue North Shore heroes saving lives a summer vacation too in the backcountry Summer is rarely a vacation for the hard-working members of North Shore Rescue. With the warmer months come more hikers venturing out into the local backcountry - and a spike in call-outs for lost or injured outdoor enthusiasts. Prior to the B.C. Day long weekend NSR urged would-be adventurers to be prepared and educated before venturing into the woods. NSR, District of North Vancouver Fire Rescue and other emergency responders have been busy in the backcountry so far this summer. Just check out each organization’s Twitter feeds to get a sense of the volume of rescues already performed in June and July. Many of the distress calls, of course, could have been avoided. Here in Deep Cove, the popular Quarry Rock hike attracts thousands each summer, many of whom tackle the trail without even the basics like proper footwear or water. Despite large new information boards at many North Shore trailheads that provide a checklist of what you need to successfully ascend the popular trail, many continue to be blissfully underprepared when ascending the Ground Grind, Grouse, Cypress and Seymour mountains, Lynn Headwaters and other popular - and even more challenging - North Shore trails. The result? NSR members enjoying their own summer weekend activities must drop everything to make another rescue, many of which could have been avoided. Reducing the volume of emergency

calls just takes a little pre-hike prep. There’s a mountain of information for getting properly prepared for the backcountry. Even experienced hikers will sometimes get into trouble in the backcountry, but being prepared greatly reduces the chances that you’ll need to be rescued. Northshorerescue.com provides all the necessary hints and info you need so you won’t get lost and also has a handy list of items you absolutely need to bring on your next adventure. NSR’s list of 10 essentials include: light, signalling device, fire starter, extra clothes, pocket knife, shelter, water and food, first-aid kit, navigation, and communications device (read more at northshorerescue.com). Also, as Tim Jones always implored, it is important, to make sure to tell somebody where you are going and leave a detailed itinerary and time of return. More recently, NSR had launched a dedicated Twitter account @ NSREducate dedicated to backcountry preparedness. Another good resource is adventuresmart.ca. NSR selflessly does their part 24/7, 365 to make sure they are prepared to make a rescue at a moment’s notice, often putting their own lives in danger to save others. So, now it’s time to do you part too. Get prepared before you step into the woods or backcountry. That way North Shore Rescue members may get to enjoy a little summer vacation too. d

We often see them in the news, and seldom is it a good thing. North Shore Rescue is a volunteer community-based search and rescue team. Its members are from all walks of life but share a common interest in providing an important life-saving service to the public, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Over the past few years, North Shore Rescue has been drawn to the call more and more. Last summer, North Shore Rescue Team Leader Mike Danks approached me about obtaining some additional funds for equipment they badly needed to replace their HETS (long line) with new equipment which provides among other things new and better safety technology. It wasn’t a small ask, with the cost coming in over $188,000, but there was no hesitation to support this request. One thing I asked from Mike was some statistics on the increase in calls North Shore Rescue has received over the years. The numbers were shocking. August of 2015 alone saw a tripling of calls from the same month the year before. In my eyes, the case was an easy one to argue. The equipment would save lives. I’m proud to say that we were able to secure an extra $188,000 for NSR for this vital equipment. This is on top of the yearly $100,000 government ! Tsleil-Waututh Cultural Arts Festival takes place Aug. 21: Juno-winner Crystal Shawanda is among the entertainers performing at the eighth annual Tsleil-Waututh Cultural Arts Festival on at Cates Park. Other musical acts include MCs Andrea Menard and Gabriel George, Children of Takaya, DJ Shrub, also a Juno winner, formerly of a Tribe Called Red, Christie Lee Charles and more. The popular family friendly event will also include kids’ activities, elders’ tent, youth hiphop, storytelling stage,

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provides them with Community Gaming Grant funds and the $100,000 they received as a portion of the $10 million given to the BC Search and Rescue Association (BCSARA) to bolster training, administrative support and equipment renewals for these critical public safety volunteers. Many people are alive today because of North Shore Rescue and the experienced, dedicated team of volunteers who serve under the capable leadership of Mike Danks. This funding will ensure that team members receive necessary training and equipment upgrades so they can continue helping those in need get home safely. My commitment to North Shore Rescue has a personal note. Before my dad died in 2001, he was an avid North Shore hiker and took groups of West Vancouver seniors on many trips across the North Shore. My dad was a huge supporter of North Shore Rescue so in his memory, my family asked those to support this important volunteer organization. I thank North Shore Rescue for their dedication and commitment to the North Shore and also remember our friend Tim Jones, in his tireless advocacy, by supporting the many legacy events his family and volunteers put on throughout the year. North Shore Rescue has a handy section on their website that provides an abundance of information on what to take, how to be prepared and how to react in a dangerous situation. I encourage everyone considering heading out for a hike, no matter the duration, to be prepared: northshorerescue.com/ education/. d

Coast Salish foods, artisan village and more. ! Mount Seymour Little League Juniors earn spot in Canadian nationals: The Mount Seymour Little League is representing British Columbia at the 2016 Junior Little League Canadian Championships in Lethbridge, Alta. To earn a sport at the nationals, the crew won a provincial tournament that included the following teams: Lynn Valley, Forest Hills, New West, D3 (Whalley/Langley/ Coquitlam combined) and West Van (West Van/Highlands/NVC combined). The national

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!Seniors Connection by SHELLEY HARRISON RAE It’s August. I asked my Canadian friend: “Did you have a good summer?” He replied, “Yes indeed, we had a great picnic that afternoon.” Let’s hope it lasts a bit longer than that. Parkgate coffee service volunteers will take a well-deserved break during August. Many fitness programs run through the summer. Check the Parkgate Peak for schedules. Chair Yoga 55+ resumes in September and Fabulous First Fridays resumes October 7. For registration and information for programs and drop-in games call the Parkgate front desk at 604-983-6350 and quote the barcode number, or visit myparkgate.com. Parkgate Seniors Centre Membership: $30 annual membership entitles you to discounts on all seniors programs, special events, and lunches at Parkgate Community Centre. Membership fees go directly to seniors programs. To volunteer at the seniors centre call Alison Caldwell Johnson, volunteer co-ordinator, at 604-983-6385 or email ajohnson@ myparkgate.com. Raise Some Dough for the Parkgate Seniors Centre. Shop at Cobs Bakery at Parkgate Village and mention Parkgate Seniors (before paying) and five per cent will be given back to seniors’ programs. Free Programs: Mondays 10 a.m., singa-long; Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m., craft circle;

Friday afternoons, 1-3:30 p.m., movies with popcorn and tea/coffee. Keep Well Tuesdays: From 9:30-11:30 a.m. Mild exercises followed by blood pressure checks. Sign-in 9:15-9:30 a.m. Heart & Stroke Walking Group: Summer meeting time is 9:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. An hour’s walk around the community then stay for coffee. Meet at Parkgate at 9:30 a.m. $10 annual fee. Contact Janet Kemper, co-ordinator, at 604-983-9976. IPad Club: Every second and fourth Thursday. Meet friends, discuss iPad features, apps, etc. $3 drop-in. Parkgate Summer BBQ Lunch: Wednesdays 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. BBQ lunch and music. All community members welcome. Diner’s Club: Diners’ Club. Enjoy a hot meal in the warmth and companionship of others. The Diners’ Congregate Meal Program is served by volunteers and local transportation is available. Cost is $6. Take-home dinners may also be ordered. Be sure to request transportation when you make your reservation; pick-ups are at 4:30 p.m. at the Atrium, Lions Manor and Roche Point Towers. Tuesday, 5-6 p.m. You must book in advance. Contact Andrea at 604-904-6483. Seniors Bus Trips

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‘From Here’ at Seymour Art Gallery by JUSTIN BEDDALL See Vancouver from an artfully unique perspective at the Seymour Art Gallery’s latest exhibition, “From Here”: Heather Johnston and Laura Wallace. The show “combines graphic black and white photographic images of Metro Vancouver alongside large scale colourful screen-printed images in an exhibition that will provoke conversation among longtime residents and visitors alike.” The show runs from August 17 to September 10. Opening reception is August 21, from 2-4 p.m. Artist talks: Sept. 4 at 2 p.m. Seymour Art Gallery is located at 4360 Gallant Ave. Call 604-924-1378 or email info@seymourartgallery.com.

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Deep Cove Brewers and Distillers is turning three and will host a special anniversary party on Sunday, August 14. The beer birthday will include an outdoor beer garden, live music, food by Stong’s and outdoor rock climbing by the Hive. For more info about the event go to deepcovecraft.com. The August entertainment lineup includes: Jim Foster, Friday, August 5, 7-9 p.m.; Ryan Gazolla, Saturday, August 6, 7-9 p.m.; DJ Sheps, Sunday Funday, August 7, 3:306:30 p.m.; Zaac Pick, Friday August 12, 7-9 p.m; Jesse Waldman, Saturday, August 13, 7-9 p.m.; Anniversary Party, Sunday, August 14, 12-9 p.m.; Shawn Hallgren, Friday, August, 19, 7-9 p.m.; Dino Dinicolo, Saturday, August 20, 7-9 p.m.; DJ Sheps, Sunday Funday, August 21, 3:30-6:30 p.m.; Tobacco Brown, Friday, August 26, 7-9 p.m.; Dave Mortone, Saturday, August 27, 7-9 p.m.; and Patrick Gavigan, Friday, September 2, 7-9 p.m. Deep Cove Brewers and Distillers is located at Unit 170-2270 Dollarton Hwy. Call 604-770-1136 or email info@deepcovecraft.com.

THE RAVEN

The Raven Pub and Restaurant has lots of entertainment on tap in August, from B.C. Lions games to live music. Here’s the August entertainment lineup (music starts at 8 p.m.): Friday, August 5 and Saturday, August 6, Ray O’toole; Friday, August 12, Flanagans; Saturday, August 13, Sami Ghawi & Eleven 09; Friday, August 19, Northern Ignition; Saturday, August 20, John Pippus; Friday August 26, Northern Ignition; and Saturday August 27, Mike Bertini. The Raven is located at 1052 Deep Cove Rd. Call 604-929-3834 or visit the ravenpub.com.

Vancouver photographer Heather Johnston’s work will be on display in the “From Here” exhibit at the Seymour Art Gallery. Here she captures an iconic Deep Cove waterfront scene with a photograph on canvas. PHOTO SUPPLIED

CATES PARK SUMMER CONCERTS

The popular outdoor concert series continues on Saturdays, 4-7 p.m. at Cates Park. The free concerts, which feature local bands and up-and-coming talent, run until the end of August. Each show features three bands. August 13: BoyBreakingGlass, Shadowfax Folk and Coastline Pilot; August 20: Jimmy McGuinty, Cassandra van Dock, Allie McDonald, Leo, Liam Sturges, David Fisher and Deceptive Resolutions, Kellen Saip, Solar. August 27: Porteau, Eryn & Co and DCM Bandfactory. For more information visit musart.ca.

SUMMER IN THE COVE AT ARTEMIS GALLERY

Artemis Gallery’s seasonal pop-up shop is called “Summer in the Cove” and is created by Susan Rosenberg of RoseHill Bedding & Bath. Until August, the gallery will be “re-imagined with fine imported linens, lotions & tinctures, lounge-ware, and designer items for your home.” For more information, visit artemisgallery.ca. Artemis is located at Unit 104C-4390 Gallant Ave.

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Ann Booth, community builder, exits stage left by EILEEN SMITH In 1970 young, newlyweds from Britain, Ann and Nigel Booth moved to the west coast of Canada. They began a family and in 1970 rented a home in the 2000-block of Deep Cove Road, where their son was born. They bought a house in 1973 and moved into their first home right in Deep Cove. They settled into the sleepy little community, raising their kids Russell and Gillian. Nigel specialized in engine brakes for trucks and was quickly hired upon their arrival by Pacific Diesel Brake. He worked at Pacific Diesel Brake for 28 years at which time he semi retired. Nigel’s love of sailing saw him enter into partnership at McGregor Sailboats where he both sold and taught operation of the boats. As well, Nigel who loves technical detail, is a superb photographer who has created photos going from times of darkrooms through to current digital. Meanwhile, Ann became involved with a new theatre group, Deep Cove Stage Society (DCSS) in 1979. It had leased the old Deep Cove Community Hall just a few blocks from her home. With that group Ann took part in all aspects of putting on a show: acting, directing, technical work, producing, publicity as well as gathering props and costumes. But it was set designing that became her true love, and over the years, she reckons she averaged designing two to four sets per year. Ann designed the set for Deep Cove Stage’s first pantomime, Cinderella, in 1981 (both her kids found themselves in that one). She designed, built and painted sets for

countless pantos over the years and after 30 years she once again designed the set for Cinderella, which celebrated that anniversary. She designed sets for dramas and comedies and many of Deep Cove Stage’s North Shore Zone Festival entries. She won the award for best set design many times and also was part of a best overall design awards that include set, lighting and sound. The North Shore has a strong, tightly knit theatre community and as part of that Ann was the recipient of the Don Marsh Award in 1988. The award is given at the North Shore Zone Festival in recognition of an individual or group who promotes harmony among the groups of the North Shore Zone. When DCSS entries won the local zone festival and went on to the provincial finals, Ann won awards for set designs for shows including Look Back in Anger and The Diviners. Ann was recipient of Theatre BC’s most prestigious award in 2012. The Eric Hamber Award is given to a person, group or institution having made an outstanding contribution to community theatre in British Columbia over a long period. In 1987, DCSS lost its lease at the Community Hall. The Mount Seymour Lions had purchased the property to build its Lions Manor housing for seniors. Deep Cove Stage was now homeless, but the Lions donated $60,000 seed money for them to find a new home. It was Ann who came up with the idea of getting other local groups involved to raise money to build a bigger, better facility that could be shared by all. DCSS members were onboard with the idea and Deep Cove’s First

Impressions Theatre (which, since 1983 had been renting venues), Seymour Art Gallery (which had wall space at Seycove School) and Deep Cove Heritage (which had a filing cabinet at Seycove) were all invited to be a part. Chamber Soloists leant their name to the project. All the groups began fundraising and now, 24 years later, all are still in their home. Asking about her process, Ann says over the years looking at her sets and sets by others, she has learned what works and what doesn’t. She said, “When I start planning a set, it is usually sparked by an initial inspiration. Then working on that idea I will elaborate on it but find I will then start paring it down closer to that original inspiration.” I asked which was the trickiest set to design and she replied that in general it is working out some of the scene changes in pantomimes. Her favourite set designs were for Dangerous Liaisons and Death and the Maiden. The most challenging and rewarding was Dangerous Liaisons for which as well as designing the set, she directed with Martin Millerchip as her dramaturge and Jenny Ashton designing costumes. Ann wasn’t always volunteering at the theatre those years she was raising her family. She also worked for many years at Pavlik Travel in the Cove and now works at a naturopathic clinic in North Vancouver. After 45 years in the Cove, Ann and Nigel decided it was time to find a new sleepy community to make their home. While walking down the road near her new coastal home, she was stopped by a woman who said “I know

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It took a whole week for a group of construction workers to realize the fieldroasted sausage in their Tuscan wraps wasn’t real meat. Working across the street from Buddha-Full, a juice bar in the 100-block of West First Street in Lower Lonsdale, they still stop by on their lunch break for a hearty meal. “They were shocked they weren’t eating real meat, but they loved it,” said Kyla Rawlins, coowner of Buddha-Full, with a laugh. Instead of blatantly advertising the juice bar serves vegan (as well as gluten-free, raw and organic) drinks and food, the flavours are allowed to speak for themselves. “It’s that good. People who usually aren’t vegan love it too,” says Rawlins, sipping a Buddha-buzz smoothie – a refreshing concoction of sprouted almond “mylk,” raw cacao, espresso, banana and dates. Fans of the juice bar will be excited to hear that two new locations are slated to open in early September – one at Hawkers Wharf, an openair food market near the Northshore Auto Mall, and in Northwoods Village at 101-2120 Dollarton Highway. Located in the developing Maplewood neighbourhood, BuddhaFull is located near other businesses aimed at healthy living. “We spent a long time looking for a new spot – in Squamish, downtown and on Broadway – but

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we kept being pulled back to the North Shore,” said co-owner Geremie Voigt, sitting beside his new business partner Tanya Champoux and Rawlins, who he has been best friends with since they were both 13 years old. The “obsessive health foodies” later teamed up to launch the flagship location in 2010. “It’s the compassion part of being vegan and striving to be healthy that kept us close all these years.” The vibe for the Maplewood Buddha-Full location is drawn from Blueberry Café, a laidback club in Nashville that’s famous for its intimate acoustic music and community involvement. The plan is to offer morning fitness classes, “Buddha Bootcamps,” neighbourhood walks, open-mic nights, raw food cooking classes, in addition to serving up smoothies and plant-based food and selling a variety of locally produced products. A certified raw food chef, Voigt is making the new location dog-friendly

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