Dunbar Life - February 2022

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ALMA HOME & VINTAGE

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Article: Alma Home & Vintage

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Dunbar Village Business Association Message from DVBA President, Vicki Bell Welcome to Dunbar Life’s first edition of 2022! My name is Vicki Bell and I am the owner of Massage Therapy on Dunbar. I am thrilled to be leading the Dunbar Village Business Association’s Board as president. This year’s board has new and returning members and we are looking forward to another year of supporting businesses and promoting and improving the economic vitality of Dunbar.

February began with the Lunar New Year followed by Valentine’s Day and the upcoming Family Day holiday. The pandemic continues but fortunately, all of the important numbers are trending downwards. We will soon be enjoying longer days when we turn our clocks ahead one hour on March 13.

Spring break runs from March 14-25, and the first day of spring is March 20. Easter, a season of joy and reflection, arrives in midApril and by then we will be outside enjoying our gardens.

As you can see from the photos on pages 22-23, Dunbar Village for the Holidays in December was a big hit with those who wanted to visit Santa. An enormous thank you to our gold sponsor, Save-on-Foods who generously provided their parking lot for this event as well as going out of their way to help with decorating and storage. Save-on-Foods also supplied hot chocolate for visitors and everyone had lots of fun trying their luck with their prize wheel. We would also like to thank Blight’s Home Hardware for the Christmas lights inside Santa’s tent.

We are excited to have Alisa Stephenson, owner of Alma Home & Vintage, on this edition’s cover. Alisa’s business is located at 4315 Dunbar Street and opened in September 2021. She carries vintage furnishings and handmade décor reminiscent of pieces often seen in home decorating magazines. The store’s unique and sustainable furnishings stand out from those found in big box stores and create an original living space that is distinctively personal. Unfortunately, Alisa had to close her business in January for renovations as a result of damage sustained from a passing truck. She is open once again and is welcoming customers back to her store.

Also in this issue is an article on Gold Stop Shoes & Repair. The business has changed its name and owner, but customers can continue to count on expert repairs from shop owner Payam Tajabadi and his uncle Reza Jamshidian. The shop has been located on Dunbar Street for more than 40 years.

Dunbar Village is happy to welcome Zahid Mahmood, the owner of Dunbar Mart which opened recently next to Starbucks.

Zahid sells everything you might expect at a convenience store in addition to a great selection of English and European candy and drinks. I am pleased to tell you that Zahid’s business will be featured in the next edition of Dunbar Life.

After a winter of vicious storms, heartbreaking floods, and a few snowstorms, we are eagerly looking forward to the longer and warmer days of spring. Get ready to tune up your bicycle, get out in the garden, and enjoy this beautiful neighbourhood of ours. Thank you for continuing to support your neighbourhood businesses by shopping locally.

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ALMA HOME & VINTAGE: Goodbye Fast Furniture, Hello Vintage Finds Story by Sarah Gordon

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Alma Home & Vintage is a newly opened shop in Dunbar that carries vintage furnishings and handmade décor reminiscent of pieces often seen in home decorating magazines. From attention-grabbing mirrors to vibrant Moroccan rugs, these unique furnishings stand out from those found at big box stores and create an original living space that is distinctively yours.

Alisa Stephenson is the founder of Alma Home & Vintage which began in her heritage home on Alma Street. She operated her business online for two years, and then took the leap when she saw the vacant Dunbar Street storefront which was formerly Enmark Jewellers. Alisa opened the storefront in September 2021.

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“I have always had a passion for creating a nice space on a budget.”

She started out buying for herself and then started collecting and selling. When asked how she resists keeping great finds for her own home, Alisa laughs and replies, “I’ve collected quite a few for myself including a treasured arched mirror over my fireplace.

Now I will often just take a photo of a favourite piece and I find that’s enough.”

One-of-a-kind pieces are sourced throughout the Lower Mainland where she visits auctions, estate sales and thrift stores. The store’s well-curated and ever-changing collection changes from week to week with a focus on items from the 1960s to 1980s.

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Some memorable and sought-after items include a Wassily leather chair and a rattan plant holder divider. Alisa also notes, “The ‘80s are back in style; anything rattan seems to get snapped up quickly.”

She adds, “Whether you are creating a focal point in your space with statement furniture or finding that special memento to complete your curated vintage look, we are here to assist you in finding just the right piece for you.”

Alisa loves to see customers’ photos of their acquisitions in their homes. “It makes me happy to see how they’ve styled their purchases and how creative people are.”

December was a very successful month for Alma Home & Vintage. In addition to furniture, the shop sold Christmas décor such as wall advent calendars, Bohemian stockings and tree skirts which are designed in-house and can also be found on the Etsy site AlmaHomeVintage.etsy.com.

On New Year’s Day 2022, a freak accident impacted her business. A fire truck’s snow chains snapped, hurtling an air cylinder straight into the storefront which caused windows to shatter, left holes in the walls and destroyed products.

Alisa reflects, “We got through it, luckily no one was injured, and we’re so happy to be back up and running! We are so grateful to our community and the support we’ve received during this challenging time, both in Dunbar and online.”

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A love of travel is one source of inspiration for this entrepreneur.

She says, “Travel has always been a big part of my life. In my early 20s, I worked as a travel agent and had the privilege of exploring the world. Against the backdrop of so many beautiful sights, I was always drawn to pieces that told the stories and rich histories of local cultures and traditions—from dressers with ornate French detailing to geometric floor cushions from Thailand.”

“As I began bringing a little piece of my travels home with me, I was able to create a one-of-a-kind, joyful space in my home with these carefully curated keepsakes. Little did I know, this would blossom into what is now Alma Home & Vintage.”

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When the pandemic ends, Alisa dreams of travelling to Turkey and Morocco to purchase rugs.

To view some of the gorgeous area rugs she has brought into the store you can visit Alma Home & Vintage’s Instagram page.

Alisa is passionate about stylish and sustainable living.

“Everything we purchase has an impact on the environment.

Unlike fast furniture, vintage and handmade decor are often built to last. By choosing Alma Home & Vintage, you can feel good about breaking the cycle of sending more to the landfill,” Alisa says.

Sustainability, versatility, and affordability are key reasons vintage furniture and handmade decor have grown in popularity over the years. Alisa loves to help customers create a unique space in an environmentally friendly and budget-conscious way.

She believes there is a growing movement towards making environmentally conscious purchases. “People are thinking of buying second-hand wherever possible instead of big box brands. A lot of my friends are part of this second-hand movement and are mindful of their purchases, whether it is furniture or clothing,” she says.

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Another way you will give Mother Earth some extra tender loving care comes directly through every purchase made at the store; Alma Home & Vintage donates to One Tree Planted, a non-profit environmental treeplanting charity.

Alisa feels right at home in Dunbar. She has made some nice connections with residents and merchants. She says, “It is extremely satisfying when people tell us they are glad to see us here and doing this in Dunbar.”

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PROTECT PETS FROM HARMFUL PLANTS Many have added a furry member to their households, and we are hearing about nasty vet bills when the puppy chews on plants.

Consider removing the following plants from your garden: • • • • • • •

Hosta Peony Euphorbia English ivy Cyclamen Tulips (the bulb portion) Lilies

Plants We Love To Hate Never plant these in a Vancouver garden.

• Bamboo. This aggressive spreader should never be planted, no matter what you are told about a “clumping” habit. We have witnessed many a dispute between neighbours due to

the destructive and invasive power of this one plant species. Plant a yew or cedar hedge instead. Trust me.

• Japanese snowbell tree (Styrax japonica). This lovely flowering tree will test your patience with its army of seedlings. Enough said.

Provide Wildlife with Food and Shelter Caring for big, old trees is as important as planting new ones. As a custodian of the trees on your property, be sure to have an annual pruning regimen to keep trees healthy and free of dead, diseased or damaged branches. Use dormant oil spray in winter to control insects if needed. Keep a wide circle of mulch around the base of trees to prevent grass from hogging all the water and nutrients. Water your trees during drought months. This in turn will provide food, shelter and a place for wildlife to raise their young.

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ASK AN EXPERT:

What do I need to know about gold jewellery?

1. Please explain the different types of karat gold used in jewellery.

Karat is a measurement of the ratio of the purity of “fine” .999 gold to other metal alloys and it is based on a 24-part ratio system.

Certifying its standard, your jewellery may be stamped “kt”, “K”, or as a percentage of millesimal fineness such as “750” for 18kt, “585” for 14kt, or “417” for 10kt, and the makers trademark or hallmarks. For example, with fine gold: 24 kt = 24 parts gold 22 kt = 22 parts gold + 2 parts alloy 18 kt = 18 parts gold + 6 parts alloy

14 kt = 14 parts gold +10 parts alloy 10 kt = 10 parts gold +14 parts alloy 9 kt = 9 parts gold + 15 parts alloy

2. What makes gold jewellery white or rose in colour?

Naturally yellow, gold can be alloyed to alter the colour. Essentially, rose gold is created with a copper alloy, white gold with nickel or palladium, and green gold with a silver mixture.

3. Why am I allergic to some white gold but not to yellow gold?

White gold using a zinc or nickel-based alloy (also used in costume jewellery) may cause an allergic reaction, unlike the inert palladium alloy, and rhodium plating is also helpful when used as a barrier. Alloy mix in yellow karat gold and sterling silver are usually not problematic. Very rarely are there reactions to fine gold and silver. Platinum and palladium are hypoallergenic.

4. Can I use my old gold jewellery, diamonds and gemstones to recreate new jewellery?

Yes usually. We can also supply new diamonds and gemstones to match and add to yours.

Yellow gold with little to no impurities can be reworked beautifully into a new signature piece. White gold when remelted can create porosity and cracking, and rose gold when remelted can become brittle, so it is not recommended. Karat gold cannot be re-alloyed to standard to transform it into another colour without refining it. However, unusable gold can be applied as credit towards a new piece.

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GOLD STOP SHOES & REPAIR: A Family Trade Story by Sarah Gordon

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Gold Stop Shoes & Repair is the new name for this Dunbar mainstay business where customers can continue to count on expert repairs from shop owner Payam Tajabadi and his uncle Reza Jamshidian.

The business has been located on Dunbar Street for more than 40 years and has changed locations and ownership several times, yet the demand for a skilled cobbler to mend one’s favourite pair of shoes has stayed constant.

Reza has worked in the industry for more than 30 years and was employed at the shop before his nephew purchased it. In addition, he owns several other shoe repair stores in Vancouver. He and Payam have been working together since 2015.

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Reza and Payam continue the tradition of old-world workmanship.

Payam moved to Canada from Iran in 2010.

He says, “My uncle encouraged me to pursue this career. I learned the trade in Iran 15 years ago. The only way to learn this trade is on the job. I have been working in the industry ever since. My dream to own my own business came true when I took over this store in 2019.”

“I chose to change the name of the store from Gold Star Shoe Rebuilders to Gold Stop Shoes & Repair to mark this milestone in my life as a new business owner.”

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Payam recommends purchasing quality shoes with leather bottoms and good heels and to get them to put on rubber soles to extend the shoe’s longevity. Gold Stop also specializes in colour restoration. With proper maintenance and a few simple steps such as basic cleaning, conditioning (with special lotions or creams), shining and waterproofing, your footwear will last you for many years.

The store is known for its climbing and hiking boot repairs.

Gold Stop goes the extra mile with their specialized refurbishing of heavy-duty footwear. Behind the scenes, the cobblers work with a factory-style press which few repair shops invest in. Regular boots and

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shoes are also mended, along with leather jackets, belts, and purses. The shop also offers knife and scissor sharpening services.

In addition to shoe repairs, Gold Stop also sells new shoes. NAOT is a well-known brand from Israel. Crafted by hand through the combined efforts of people from different cultures and backgrounds, NAOT’s shoes are ethically made using sustainable methods from fine leather; this brand stands out for its quality, fashion, and comfort.

Manitobah Mukluks is a company rooted in Indigenous culture with a vision to build a brand that makes a significant impact in Indigenous communities. A mukluk is reputed to be one of the warmest winter boots. As well, the company makes beautiful indoor and outdoor beaded moccasins.

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Direct from the land down under, Redback Boots are 100% Australian made. The company has been in business since 1925; the same family has operated the business for five generations. Their durable pull-on leather boots are lightweight, flexible, and durable and are built to tackle our Canadian terrain.

Laurentian Chief sheepskin slippers will keep your feet toasty on cold days.

Josef Seibel/Romika boots are known for being both fashionable and comfortable.

Dating back to 1897, German company Josef Seibel has a long history of producing durable footwear.

outdoors which is perfect for our location where great hikes are only a stone’s throw away. They are equally suited for a walkthrough Pacific Spirit Park.

The shop also carries Canadian-made leather wallets and handbags, speciality socks, laces insoles, shoe care products and more.

Payam is busy in all areas of the shop; he manages, orders and of course repairs shoes. The nephew and uncle team get satisfaction from giving shoes a new lease on life. Their hard work pays off when happy customers say, “Wow! I am really amazed by the work you have done.”

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Dunbar Village is once again participating in the @ loveyourcitycontest. For the month of February, #FindLove in Dunbar Village and in other participating areas of Vancouver to be entered to win a grand prize full of goodies from each neighbourhood, valued at approximately $4,000! Take a photo of (or with) one of six heart installations in Dunbar Village, post your photo to your Instagram feed or story and tag @loveyourcitycontest with the hashtag #findlovedunbarvillage. You will be automatically entered to win! Each post is an entry and you can enter as many times as you like (with different photos from any neighbourhood).

Visit @loveyourcitycontest for all the details.

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Thank you for coming to Dunbar Village on December 11 & 18, 2021

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FOOD | DRINK Cafes | Restaurants Bells and Whistles 4497 Dunbar St 604-558-4770 www.bellsandwhistlesyvr.ca Cake Bae 4593 Dunbar St 604-228-0051 Chicko Chicken 3336 Dunbar St 604-566-2988 www.chickochicken.ca Cosy Inn Café 4455 Dunbar St 604-224-3133 www.cosyinncafe.com Crepe & Café 3500 W 41st Ave 604-566-9787 www.crepeandcafe.com Domino’s Pizza 4298 Dunbar St 604-733-0188 www.dominos.ca

Dunbar Sushi 3626 W 16th Ave 604-568-5959 Kuma Japanese 3446 Dunbar St 604-739-0170 La Notte Ristorante Italiano 3307 Dunbar St 604-222-4033 www.lanotte.ca Moon Sushi 4385 Dunbar St 604-221-7874 moonsushivancouver.com Perchance Tea & Coffee 3363 Dunbar St 778-832-0187 www.perchancetea.com

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Red Tuna Japanese 3592 W 41st Ave 604-266-7355 www.redtuna.ca

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Starbucks Coffee 4467 Dunbar St 604-222-8069 www.starbucks.ca

Sweet Somethings 4321 Dunbar St 604-842-0261 www.sweetsomethingsvancouver.com T.Cup 4495 Dunbar St 604-423-4495 The Cheese Inn 4585 Dunbar St 604-620-1951 www.cheeseinn.com Tim Hortons 3463 Dunbar St 604-222-3130 www.timhortons.ca

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SHOP Retail Stores Alma Home & Vintage

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Hair Place Kiji’s 4311 Dunbar St 604-742-0299 www.kijishairsalon.com

Top Barber Cut 5631 Dunbar St 604-696-0581

JD’s Barbershop 4345 Dunbar St 778-379-1829 www.jdsbarbershop.com Pampered by Kadie 4260 Dunbar St 604-809-5395 www.pamperedbykadie.ca Rose Nails & Spa 3383 Dunbar St 604-221-2200 www.rosenailsandspa.com

Top Cut Barbers 4238 Dunbar St 604-739-0744 Touch of Beauty 3291 Dunbar St 604-221-0010 www.touchofbeautyspa.ca VY Valentin Salon 4290 Dunbar St 604-732-3523 www.vyvalentinsalon.com

Churches Dunbar Evangelical Lutheran 3491 W 31st Ave 604-266-6818 www.dunbarlutheran.ca

www.knoxunitedvancouver.org

Dunbar Heights Baptist 3320 Crown St 604-224-1031 www.dhbc.ca

Marineview Chapel 4000 W 41st Ave 604-261-1444 www.marineview.org

Knox United Church 5600 Balaclava St 604-261-3747

Immaculate Conception 3778 W 28th Ave 604-224-5678 www.icvancouver.ca

St Philip’s Anglican Church (ad p. 7)

3737 W 27th Ave 604-224-3238 www.stphilipsdunbar.com Yan Fo Si Temple 3496 Dunbar St 778-847-6699

Dental Dr. Alex K H Chan 203-3540 W 41st Ave 604-266-2860

www.dralexkhchandentist.com

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Dentists on Dunbar 3335 Dunbar St 604-224-5611 www.dentistsondunbar.com

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Dunbar Smiles Dr. Tiwana & Dr. Porteous 5-3615 W 19th Ave 604-224-3115

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Dental ... con’t Dunbar Dental Centre (ad p. 11) 215-3540 W 41st Ave 604-261-2220 www.dunbardental.ca

Dunbar Family Dental

Prodent Dental Lab 101-3540 W 41st Ave 604-263-3111

Technident 2000 Lab 100-3540 W 41st Ave 604-266-1121

Southlands Dental Group 3579 W 41st Ave 604-266-6232

Westside Orthodontics 3619 W 18th Ave 604-736-5705 www.westsidesmiles.ca

(ad p. 2) 4210 Dunbar St 604-733-1616

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www.dunbarfamilydental.com

Dry Cleaning | Alterations | Shoe Repair Boulevard Cleaners 3594 W 41st Ave 604-261-0003 Busy Bee Cleaners 3556 W 41st Ave 604-263-2215

Goldstop Shoes & Repair (article p. 18-20) 3308 Dunbar St 604-734-7477

Money’s Dry Cleaning 4389 Dunbar St 604-224-5112

Education & Performing Arts - Private Crofton House School 3200 W 41st Ave 604-263-3255 www.croftonhouse.ca

Elite Montessori Academy 101-3641 W 29th 604-221-0242 www.elitemontessori.ca

Opus Academy 5635 Dunbar St 604-267-3749 www.opusacademy.com

Crown Preschool 3737 W 27th Ave 604-228-1316 www.crownpreschool.ca

Harmonious Music Studio

Mrs Sam’s Learning Formula 3536 W 41st Ave 604-285-0064 www.mrssam.ca

Curiosity Corner Preschool 3455 W King Edward 604-261-4434 www.curiositycornerpreschool.ca Dunbar Art Studio 4305 Dunbar St 604-564-9544 www.dunbarartstudio.com Dunbar Memorial Preschool 4747 Dunbar St 604-222-6065 www.dunbarmemorialpreschool.ca www.DunbarLife.com

(ad p. 2) 3594 W 17th Ave 604-767-0136 harmoniousmusicstudio.com

Immaculate Conception School (ad p. 7)

3745 W 28th Ave 604-224-5012 www.icschoolvancouver.com Indigo Education 5737 Collingwood 778-680-5733 www.canadaindigo.com La Petite Ecole 4037 W 32nd Ave 604-619-7313 www.lapetiteecole.ca February 15 - April 15, 2022

Reading Gate Academy 204-3540 W 41st Ave 604-261-8984

www.vanwest.readinggate.com

Sprouts Academy 4000 W 41st Ave 604-454-8369 www.sproutsacademy.ca St George’s School Jr Boys: 3851 W 29th Ave Sr Boys: 4175 W 29th Ave 604-224-1304 www.stgeorges.bc.ca

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SERVICES Education & Performing Arts - Private ... con’t Tom Thumb Preschool 3737 W 27th Ave 604-222-2550 www.tomthumbpreschool.ca

Westgate Montessori School 3489 W 31st Ave 604-221-9300 www.westgatemontessori.com

Westside Kumon 3584 W 16th Ave 604-222-0182 www.kumon.ca

Education - Public Schools (Vancouver School District) Carnarvon Elementary 3400 Balaclava St 604-713-5396 crn.vsb.bc.ca

Kerrisdale Elementary 5555 Carnarvon St 604-713-5446 kerrisdale.vsb.bc.ca

Queen Elizabeth Annex 4275 Crown St 604-713-5482 queenelizabeth-anx.vsb.bc.ca

Jules Quesnel Elementary 3050 Crown St 604-713-4577 quesnel.vsb.bc.ca

Lord Byng High School 3939 W 16th Ave 604-713-8171 byng.vsb.bc.ca

Queen Elizabeth Elementary 4102 W 16th Ave 604-713-5408 queenelizabeth.vsb.bc.ca

Kerrisdale Annex Elementary 3250 W 43rd Ave 604-713-5488 kerrisdale-anx.vsb.bc.ca

Lord Kitchener Elementary 3455 W King Edward Ave 604-713-5454 kitchener.vsb.bc.ca

Southlands Elementary 5351 Camosun St 604-713-5414 go.vsb.bc.ca/southlands

BMO Bank of Montreal 4445 Dunbar St 604-665-7093 www.bmo.com

Edward Jones 3560 W 41st Ave 604-731-6117 www.edwardjones.ca

RBC Royal Bank 4205 Dunbar St 604-665-5972 www.rbc.com

CIBC 4306 Dunbar St 604-665-7697 www.cibc.com

H & R Block 4292 Dunbar St 604-713-1500 www.hrblock.ca

TD Canada Trust 4200 Dunbar St 604-654-6888 www.tdcanadatrust.com

Financial

Donald A. Nybo, CPA (ad p. 2) 6-3615 W 19th Ave 604-228-1166

Fitness & Sports 30 Minute Hit 3516 W 41st Ave 604-569-3233 www.30minutehit.com/ kerrisdale Barre Fitness Dunbar 3584 W 41st Ave 604-266-9191 www.barrefitness.com 28

Dunbar Lawn Bowling Club 3850 W 31st Ave 604-228-8428

www.dunbarlawnbowling.com

Third Eye Martial Arts 4256 Dunbar St 604-669-8707 www.temartialarts.com

Prime Personal Training 3636 W 16th Ave 604-568-5220

www.primepersonaltraining.com

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Health | Medical Chaldecott Medical Clinic 4186 Dunbar St 604-739-9881 www.chaldecottclinic.ca

Envision Counselling 7-3615 W 19th Ave 604-222-1120 www.envisioncounselling.ca

Mark Finch & Associates 202-3641 W 29th Ave 604-222-9505 www.markfinch.ca

Dermapure Vancouver 3568 W 41st Ave 604-737-7100 www.dermapure.com

FYidoctors - Dunbar 4508 Dunbar St 604-739-2022 www.fyidoctors.com

Pacific Mountain Centre 101-3309 Dunbar St

Dr. Gorman, Chiropractor 202-3641 W 29th Ave 778-681-3445 www.drpatriciagorman.com

Healing Abundance Holistic Medicine 3593 W 26th Ave 778-997-4628 www.kaoclaire.com

Dr. J. Madhani Neurology 3368 Dunbar St 604-428-7178 www.drmneuro.com

Highroads Medical Clinic 4560 Dunbar St www.highroadsmedical.com

Dunbar Eyecare Optometry 2-3554 W 41st Ave 604-263-8874 www.dunbareyecare.com

Life Integrative 4168 Dunbar St 604-742-0702 www.lifeintegrative.ca

DunMed Medical Clinic 3393 Dunbar St 778-222-4822

Life Labs 112-3540 W 41st Ave 604-264-9815 www.lifelabs.com

Dunbar Physio 205-3540 W 41st Ave 604-266-3303 www.dunbarphysio.com Dunbar Psychological Services 216-3540 W 41st Ave 604-264-1777 www.dunbarpsychology.com

Massage Therapy on Dunbar 4192 Dunbar St 604-733-3376 massagetherapyondunbar.com

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Preventum 3210 Dunbar St 604-731-9866 www.preventum.ca Preventum Skin 3288 Dunbar St 604-969-8388 www.preventumskin.ca Skinworks Plastic Surgery 3578 W 41st Ave 604-733-9711 www.skinworks.ca Southland’s Physiotherapy 3579 W 41st Ave 604-263-8110 Tessa Cherniavsky Massage Therapy Clinic 203A-3540 W 41st Ave 604-266-2757

Pets Alta Vista Animal Hospital 4543 Dunbar St 604-221-5858

Bosley’s Pet Food 3502 W 41st Ave 604-266-2667 www.altavistaanimalhospital.ca www.bosleys.com Artistic Styling Salon for Pets 4188 Dunbar St 604-739-6822

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Pets Beautiful 5620 Dunbar St 604-261-5310 www.petsbeautiful.com

K & K Pet Foods 4595 Dunbar St 604-224-2513 www.kkpetfoods.ca

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SERVICES Specialty Services Buntain Insurance

(ad p. 2) 4295 Dunbar St 604-736-8855 www.buntaininsurance.com Feature Projects 5733 Collingwood St 604-220-8907 www.featureprojects.com New! Goldbutlers 3480 Dunbar St 778-669-2999 www.goldbutlers.com

Johnston Meier Insurance 120-3479 Dunbar St 604-736-3831 www.jmins.com Phone Guru 4339 Dunbar St 604-225-0571 www.phoneguru.ca RE/MAX Real Estate Services 110-3450 W 41st Ave 604-263-2823 www.remaxres.ca

Sage Construction

(ad p. 5) 3349 Dunbar St 604-569-2692 www.sageconstruction.ca The CAO Law Corp 1-4180 Dunbar St 604-558-0688 www.tclawcorp.com VisualSpace Gallery 3352 Dunbar St 604-559-0576 www.visualspace.ca

COMMUNITY Andrew Wilkinson 5640 Dunbar St 604-664-0748 www.andrewwilkinson.ca Dunbar Community Centre 4747 Dunbar St 604-222-6060 www.dunbarcentre.ca Dunbar Community Patrol 604-222-9824 www.dunbar-vancouver.org Dunbar Earthquake & Emergency Preparedness www.dunbaremergency.ca

Dunbar Little League www.dunbarbaseball.ca Dunbar Public Library 4515 Dunbar St 604-665-3968 www.vpl.ca Dunbar Residents’ Association 604-222-9824 www.dunbar-vancouver.org Dunbar Theatre 4555 Dunbar St 604-222-2991

Dunbar Village Business Association (ads p. 6, 22-23) www.dunbarvillage.ca

Pacific Spirit Park Society www.pacificspiritparksociety.org Southlands Heritage Farm 6767 Balaclava St 604-261-1295 www.southlandsfarms.com Vancouver Community Baseball www.vancouvercommunitybaseball.com

ADVERTISERS (without Storefront in Dunbar) Clayton-Carroll Real Estate Team RE/MAX Crest Realty

(ad p. 11) 3215 MacDonald St 604-328-0022 www.clayton-carroll.com

Higher Ground Gardens (ad p. 13) 778-323-1502

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Laura K. Jewitt

(ads p. 14-15) 4485 W 10th Ave 604-282-7775 www.laurakjewitt.com

My Niche Sensory Learning

(ad p. 11) 604-314-7219 mynichesensorylearning.com February 15 - April 15, 2022

Reid Brothers Plumbing & Heating (ad p. 5) 1636 W 75th Ave 604-263-0323 www.reidbrothers.ca

Sandra Steier Photography

(ad p. 12) 778-839-8355 www.sandrasteier.com www.DunbarLife.com

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