A Guide to Local Shopping and Events
Village Business Association to promote local shopping, dining,
and events. Dunbar borders are between W 16th Avenue in the north to W 41st Avenue in the south, and UBC Endowment Lands in the west to MacKenzie Street to the east. Go to www.issuu.com/pallamedia for an online copy of the magazines. Follow our social media channels of Instagram and Facebook for
DUNBAR VILLAGE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
Message from President, Vicki Bell
With summer ending, we turn our attention to all things autumn. This season is a favourite for many, with a return to routines, cooler days, leaves changing colour, Thanksgiving gatherings, and a bounty of pumpkins!
Dunbar continues to feel the impact of the devastating fire that swept through a six-storey, wood-frame building under construction on August 6, at the northeast corner of Collingwood Street and West 41st Avenue. Thankfully, no one was injured, but the fire destroyed homes, damaged others, and displaced numerous residents. The repercussions for local businesses have been significant. Many were forced to close for several days, and the crane that blocked West 41st Avenue took weeks to dismantle and remove. We strongly encourage you to support the West 41st Avenue and Dunbar area businesses as they work to recover from the effects of this devastating fire.
In this issue, we’re excited to introduce two new Dunbar businesses. On our cover, you’ll find Sammy and Andrea Piccolo, owners of Prado Cafe. Prado, which opened in April within the new Legacy Development at 4498 Dunbar Street, has quickly become a bustling community hub. Learn about Prado’s history, its exceptional coffee, and its warm, welcoming atmosphere.
We also spotlight Active Pilates Studio, which recently opened at 3584 West 41st Avenue. This studio offers a range of classes in a supportive environment, including group sessions, semi-private instruction, and personalized one-on-one training to meet specific fitness and rehabilitation needs. Instruction is available in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
We are thrilled to welcome three new businesses to Dunbar Village: WonderWorks Learning Club at 3309 Dunbar Street, Blooming Dental at 5505 Dunbar Street, and Bread Culture Artisan Bakery at 5525 Dunbar Street. We encourage the community to visit these new establishments and extend a warm welcome. Additionally, UBECARD has moved to a larger location at 4306 Dunbar Street— across the street from its previous address.
We look forward to the return of DVBA’s most popular community event this fall: Trick-orTreat in Dunbar Village. Join us on October 26 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a fun, family-friendly event where children and their families can enjoy trick-or-treating at Dunbar businesses in their Halloween costumes.
Thank you for supporting the Dunbar spirit by shopping locally, especially in the West 41st Avenue and Dunbar Street area as it continues to recover from the August 6 fire.
Welcome to Dunbar Village
PRADO CAFE: Dunbar’s New Hub for Great Coffee
Story by Sarah Gordon Photos by Sandra Steier
This past April, Sammy and Andrea Piccolo opened their latest Prado Cafe in the new Legacy development on the corner of Dunbar Street and West 29th Avenue. Sammy took time out of his busy schedule to discuss the history of Prado Cafe, its outstanding coffee and how this seventh location in the Lower Mainland has already become a busy community hub.
How did you choose Dunbar for your new location?
We choose locations with a lot of thought and consideration. The Dunbar neighbourhood is vibrant with local shops and other independent businesses. Prado Cafe is close to the library, community centre and schools. This allows us to truly be a part of the fabric of the community and serve coffee to the people who call Dunbar home.
Is there a meaning behind Prado’s name? Prado means open spaces. We think that is captured well with the high ceilings, big windows and natural light of our Dunbar space.
How did you conceive of the idea of opening the original Commercial Drive cafe?
I was always an admirer of Prado Cafe on Commercial Drive when it was just a single
shop serving excellent coffee. In 2011, when I was ready and able to have my own shop, I took over that space. Being from an Italian family, I loved the idea of having a shop on Commercial Drive and being a part of that community. Andrea and I had a young boy and a newborn, and many days were spent there juggling our family and creating the version that Prado is today.
Other locations followed every couple of years. We now have seven locations, each in unique communities (five in Vancouver, one in Burnaby and Surrey). Dunbar is lucky number seven. We sadly said goodbye to Tsawwassen earlier this year. We focus a lot of care and attention on the operations of each one. It takes time to look after each one. Thank God for coffee.
What is your role with the company?
Owner, barista, and taster of everything coffee and foodrelated.
Are there plans to expand into more areas?
I always have my eye open for new spots. The Lower Mainland has so many great communities and coffee shops are always a gathering place for locals. I love being able to facilitate those moments over great coffee.
How has the reaction been from Dunbar residents?
Our team has been overwhelmed with such great support. While we were there cleaning windows and getting everything ready for opening day, we had a chance to meet lots of people. We already know regulars who come by and have lived in the area for years, as well as some of the new residents who live just upstairs from us. Teachers come by before school, and we get to meet the families at the surrounding schools and members of our team who live close by.
Do you live in the area or have any connection to Dunbar?
We live in Coquitlam now, but my partner and I were both raised in Burnaby. We’re very familiar with the neighbourhood and love how there is still such a strong presence of local businesses. When we opened and needed supplies we went to Blight’s Home Hardware. When we took a break from setting up the cafe, we had lunch at Bells and Whistles. Driving down Dunbar, I noticed Sage Construction, another family business we know. We feel very connected to the community. Most of our team at Dunbar also live close by.
What do you like most about the area?
The genuineness of the people and the closeknit community. Also, it’s just beautiful! Our dogs love the trails.
Will Prado be participating in events run by the Dunbar Village Business Association? Absolutely. We’re looking forward to being involved!
What is Prado best known for?
We’re best known for excellent coffee. Before Prado, I worked with my brothers in the family coffee business. Our coffee game is strong and it’s what I like to focus on. Along with great baked goods and sandwiches.
What feedback are you hearing?
It’s been really positive so far. People are really enjoying the coffee and are looking forward to more lunch and brunch options.
Do you roast your own beans? Where are they sourced?
We source our beans from all over the world focusing on the origins and regions producing the best coffee. I work with our roaster partner
and cup the samples to select our offerings based on coffee seasonality and what is tasting best. I’m really proud of our coffee. Our RAD espresso is what we use for all our espressobased drinks.
Are the baked goods house-made?
We make almost everything in-house. For specialized items like the croissants, we find the very best partners and work with them. Croissants are baked in-house each morning.
Can you tell us about the Cookie With No Name?
This cookie is a Prado original from our first store. I put together ingredients that go well together and really didn’t know what to call something that delicious. So, I just said it’s so good, it has no name. Now it’s the cookie with no name! Oats, peanut butter, chocolate chips, marshmallow. Mic drop.
Besides the baked goods, is the other food on the menu available all day? Sure is. Available fresh until sold out.
What are some of Prado’s most popular drinks and food orders?
The most popular drink we serve is a latte. It’s a classic drink that highlights the sweetness of the milk with our chocolatey RAD espresso. For fall, we’ll have some seasonal favourites, so there is always something worth trying when you come in.
Food-wise, the Cookie With No Name is good, as you know. Our carrot cake is also made inhouse, and it’s got quite a following at the other locations. Avocado toast has a bit of a twist, as it includes smashed peas and mint. The Dunbar location also has a great line-up of donuts! We have classics like Boston Cream and then some fancier flavours like pistachio
that change seasonally. Our Vegan Wrap is also very popular.
What are some of your personal favourites from the summer menu and year-round?
The Espresso Tonic is so freshening. You’ll love it. I drink a lot of drip coffee year-round. Peru and Costa Rica are two of my favourites. The Cascadia Blend is a coffee I put together. It’s an easy-drinking medium roast that is also a go-to when I bring coffee to family and friends.
What makes Prado stand out from other cafes?
A lot of cafes in Vancouver are doing a great job. Prado’s focus is all about coffee, but it's also about people. Those who serve it and those who support us by coming in to enjoy it. We are welcoming and accessible for everyone and hopefully have something that everyone likes. We care about what we do. On our windows, it says, “proud to serve the city we love.” Taking pride and enjoying the craft of coffee makes a difference in the quality of what we serve. This is why we make our own sandwiches, cookies, scones, carrot cake, and muffins. We focus on quality ingredients, from where we source our coffee to the specific type of Earl Grey tea for our scones. It all matters. For me, it’s about creating a neighbourhood space that everyone feels good in.
Do you sell any merchandise? Coffee mugs/ t-shirts/caps?
We have branded Kinto to-go mugs. Other merch is coming soon. Stay tuned.
Are online orders available at Dunbar?
Yes! You can now order ahead and pick up in the cafe. We’ll have it ready for you.
What would you like Dunbar Life readers to know?
We have a fabulous team at Prado on Dunbar who is working hard to serve everyone great coffee. It’s a team effort and I’m really proud of the quality of coffee and baked goods we’re serving.
Prado Cafe
4498 Dunbar Street Vancouver, BC V6S 2G5 Phone 604-603-1424 www.pradocafe.com
CROFTON MANOR: Retirement Living Like No Other
Story by Sarah Gordon Photos submitted
One of the first things people notice about Crofton Manor is the impressive six-acre site in the heart of Kerrisdale. They are equally won over by the bright, spacious apartments that offer a continuum of care, from independent living to long-term residential care suites.
The retirement complex is part of Venvi Living, which operates 44 senior residences in five provinces across Canada. Venvi believes in a future where seniors can embrace retirement with energy and passion in a vibrant community.
Owain Jones has been Crofton Manor’s executive director since August 2022. He attests that not many senior residences have the luxury of space like this.
“Many residents are attracted to the gardens and the spacious,
well-designed floor plan.”
“There is an amazing representation of people living at Crofton. Many residents know each other from the community, as a good number previously resided in Kerrisdale.”
Making oneself at home is encouraged, and residents are invited to personalize their space. Some have installed hardwood flooring and repainted to suit their taste.
Accommodations range from spacious studios to one-and two-bedroom suites in a variety of styles and sizes. Suites feature balconies or patios, roomy closets, and private in-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers. Some suites have kitchenettes containing a microwave oven and cooktop, and a few have ovens.
Small pets are welcome to join their owners in the independent living quarters.
The long-term care side offers health care, medication administration, bathing and dressing, and companion services around the clock.
This well-established residence is close to Kerrisdale Village’s shopping district. Residents can easily access the local shops, restaurants, and services by transit or by booking Crofton’s electric Mercedes town car, which is like a builtin private taxi service.
Many residents are committed to helping the environment and are eager to have an electric car available. They are also actively doing their part by recycling and composting.
Plenty of avid gardeners reside at Crofton. Owain says, “There is an active landscaping and gardening committee. They have some passionate debates about pruning and trimming.”
Venvi Living designs menus with active input from Crofton’s residents. Their chefs use seasonal and local inspiration to create a symphony of flavours. In addition to the full-
service dining room, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, there is an all-day self-serve bistro featuring a coffee machine, fruits and pastries. Residents enjoyed participating in a wine tasting to help select B.C. wines to add to the menu.
A private dining room can be booked for family events or more intimate meals. Owain says, “This room was recently used to celebrate a 100th birthday. It can also be catered or used for meetings.”
A card room for playing cards, bridge, and Scrabble, a media room decorated with nostalgic movie posters, and a spacious, bright lounge adorned with beautiful artwork create the feeling of an elegant resort.
A
monthly calendar is full of activities for both independent and assisted living residents.
There is something for everyone, including exercise classes, bocce, bingo, French classes, tech classes, bridge, movies, concerts, cocktail socials, and guest speakers.
Excursions are planned year-round. In August, outings included visits to the International Buddhist Society, a rose garden tour in Stanley
Park, lunch and a walk in Deep Cove, and a bus trip to Krause Berry Farm.
Special events are always much anticipated. They had the good fortune to have worldrenowned pianist Paul Lewis visit and perform. An Elvis impersonator is always a crowdpleaser, as is the arrival of an ice cream truck. A mariachi band was brought in for Canada Day celebrations, and a well-attended barbecue for family members followed.
Many staff members are responsible for making Crofton Manor such a fine-run facility. The 200 staff members include managers, registered nurses, health care aids, janitors, housekeepers, concierges, kitchen staff, servers, and maintenance staff; everyone contributes to the residence’s excellent reputation.
Owain knows most of the residents; he
provides updates at a town hall meeting once a month.
He says, “I am on the floor quite a bit during the day. I get my 10,000 daily steps!”
There is a strong sense of community in this established and reputable retirement residence. Residents are proud to show it off to friends and visitors. It is a place people are proud to call home.
“Happy residents and families fill my cup,” says Owain.
Crofton Manor 2803 W 41st Avenue Vancouver, BC V6N 4B4 Front Desk Phone 604-263-0921 Availability & Tours Phone 778-653-3872
www.venviliving.com/crofton-manor
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Dunbar Heights Baptist Church
ACTIVE PILATES STUDIO: Alignment. Breath. Control.
Story by Sarah Gordon Photos by Carolynne Palla
Active Pilates Studio opened on West 41st Avenue this past April. After briefly closing for renovations this summer, it reopened in early August to the delight of its clients.
The company was founded in Toronto in 2019 and now has three additional locations: Richmond, Burnaby, and Dunbar’s studio, the most recent addition.
The Dunbar studio contains two private rooms and one larger room for group sessions.
Clients can choose from various group classes, which foster a supportive and motivating environment, or they can opt for personalized, by-appointment, one-on-one, or one instructor with two client sessions to address specific fitness goals or rehabilitation needs. Instruction is provided in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
This popular exercise method improves core strength, flexibility, and body conditioning.
Pilates is a low-impact exercise done completely in movement and helps stretch, strengthen, and balance the whole body. It develops core strength, elongates muscles, improves posture, increases joint flexibility, and focuses on proper breathing.
Vivian Li is the manager and instructor at Dunbar’s Active Pilates. She says, “We have some clients who are pregnant or new mothers. Pilates helps them prepare for childbirth and have a faster recovery after their baby is born. Other reasons people turn to Pilates include building strength after surgery or sports injuries and releasing shoulder and neck pain. The
exercises also help control weight. You don’t have to be super fit. People who want to lose weight or get fit benefit greatly from one-onone classes.”
Active Pilates caters to individuals of all ages, fitness levels and abilities.
“Dunbar is a quiet area with very friendly people. People were keen to see a Pilates studio open here.”
Vivian suggests doing Pilates twice weekly to benefit from the exercises and notes that people immediately feel the results.
Gyrotonic exercises are performed on specialized equipment with pulleys and weights. They focus on flowing, spiraling movements that promote increased flexibility, strength, and body awareness. This unique method is particularly effective in improving posture, balance, and coordination and relieving muscle tension and joint stiffness.
The Gyrokinesis method is practiced on mats and chairs; it incorporates seated and reclined movements, fostering a deeper connection
between breath and motion. These exercises enhance mobility, release tension, and boost energy levels by stimulating the spine and articulating all major joints.
The Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis methods share the benefits of enhancing core strength, promoting relaxation, and reducing stress, making them valuable practices for people of all ages and fitness levels.
In addition to its commitment to fitness instruction, Active Pilates Inc. owns its education department, the Active Treatment Academy. The academy offers a certified Pilates instructor course, which has received approval from the prestigious Pilates Method Alliance (PMA). Active Pilates Inc. takes pride in being one of the first 13 schools approved by PMA in 2022 under the International Teacher Training Program.
Client feedback has been highly positive.
One client reports, “The instructors are exceptionally knowledgeable and attentive, ensuring every session is customized to meet each participant’s needs and skill levels. The studio's tranquil ambience creates the perfect setting for concentrating on technique and mindfulness throughout each workout. Active Pilates welcomes everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners, providing an encouraging environment where you can push your limits and achieve tangible improvements. I strongly
recommend this studio to anyone aiming to strengthen their core, boost flexibility, and elevate their overall wellbeing.”
Another happy client mentions, “I'm thrilled they've finally opened a Pilates studio near UBC! It's super convenient for students like me. The studio is clean, and the instructors are both professional and friendly. They even incorporate physiotherapy elements into the workouts, which have helped with my chronic back and neck pain. Highly recommended!”
Vivian says, “One client had trouble sleeping due to pain and came back a month later to thank me. Some clients return after giving birth to introduce us to their babies. I like to help people see changes and feel better through Pilates.”
Active Pilates Studio 3584 W 41st Avenue Vancouver, BC V6N 3E6 Phone 236-996-6998 www.activepilatestudio.com
FOOD | DRINK
Cafes | Restaurants
Bells and Whistles
4497 Dunbar St 604-558-4770 bellsandwhistlesyvr.ca
Bread Culture 5525 Dunbar St 604-336-4288
Bynns 4467 Dunbar St 778-881-9181 bynns.ca
Chicko Chicken
3336 Dunbar St 604-566-2988 chickochicken.ca
Cosy Inn Café 4455 Dunbar St 604-224-3133 cosyinncafe.com
Crepe & Café 3500 W 41st Ave 604-566-9787 crepeandcafe.com
Dairy Queen / Orange Julius 3380 Dunbar St 604-733-2884 dairyqueen.com
Domino’s Pizza 4298 Dunbar St 604-733-0188 dominos.ca
A & L Market 3522 W 41st Ave 604-261-0189
BC Liquor Store #102 3453 Dunbar St 604-224-4412 bcliquorstores.com
Dunbar Pizza & Grill
3348 Dunbar St 604-732-4999 dunbarpizzaindianfood.com
Kuma Japanese
3446 Dunbar St 604-739-0170
La Notte Ristorante Italiano
3307 Dunbar St 604-222-4033 lanotte.ca
Moon Sushi
4385 Dunbar St 604-221-7874 moonsushivancouver.com
Papa John’s Pizza 5636 Dunbar St 778-357-1511 papajohns.ca
Perchance Tea & Coffee 3363 Dunbar St 778-832-0187 perchancetea.com
Pink Elephant Cafe (ad p. 11)
5601 Dunbar St 604-566-3533 pinkelephantcafe.ca
Grocery | Specialty
Celtic Treasure Chest 5639 Dunbar St 604-261-3688 celtictreasurechest.com
Dunbar Mart 4479 Dunbar St 604-566-7775
Prado Cafe (article p. 8-10) 4498 Dunbar St 604-603-1424 pradocafe.com
Red Tuna Japanese 3592 W 41st Ave 604-266-7355 redtuna.ca
The Cheese Inn 4585 Dunbar St 604-620-1951 cheeseinn.com
Tim Hortons 3463 Dunbar St 604-222-3130 timhortons.ca
Urban Thai Bistro (ad p. 11) 5607 Dunbar St 604-566-3903 urbanthai.com
Vancouver Pizza Heaven 4495 Dunbar St 604-568-6822 vancouverpizzaheaven.ca
Wild Sushi
4288 Dunbar St 604-568-9668 wildsushi.ca
H Mart 5557 Dunbar St 604-264-5950 hmart.ca
JAK’s Wine Beer Spirits 4430 Dunbar St 604-416-4925 jaks.com
FOOD | DRINK
Grocery | Specialty ... con’t
New District
Wine, Beer, Spirits (ad p. 3)
5650 Dunbar St
604-267-2337
newdistrict.ca
Alma Home & Vintage
4315 Dunbar St
604-723-7325 almahomevintage.com
All Nations Stamp and Coin
5630 Dunbar St
604-684-4613 allnationsstamp andcoin.com
Blight’s Home Hardware (ad p. 5)
3322 Dunbar St
604-738-3312 blightshomehardware.com
Cheapskates
3644 W 16th Ave
604-222-1125 cheapskatesvancouver.com
Christina’s Flower Shop
5615 Dunbar St
604-263-3011 christinaflowers.com
Dragon & Phoenix Designer Consignments
3510 W 41st Ave
604-261-1317 dragonandphoenix.ca
Germaine’s Antiques
4268 Dunbar St
604-306-8364
Save-On-Foods 3535 W 41st Ave
604-261-2423
saveonfoods.com
Snack Street
3378 Dunbar St
604-566-2772
SHOP
Retail Stores
Golden Rug Company
3211 Dunbar St
604-224-3222 goldenrug.com
La Canapa
3432 Dunbar St 604-222-2420 lacanapa.ca
London Drugs 4588 Dunbar St 604-448-4888 londondrugs.com
Pure Integrative Pharmacy
3228 Dunbar St 604-732-3010 purepharmacy.com
Shell Canada 3596 W 41st Ave
604-263-9330 find.shell.com/ca
Sher’s Stationery 2000 & Musqueam Post Office 3552 W 41st Ave
604-261-2001
Shoppers Drug Mart #288 & Post Office
4326 Dunbar St
604-732-8855 shoppersdrugmart.ca
Southland Pharmacy 3554 W 41st Ave
604-266-2882
Stong’s Market (ad p. 3)
4221 Dunbar St 604-266-1401 stongs.com
Yummy Market 3350 Dunbar St
Through the Garden Gate 4335 Dunbar St (back) 778-737-0052
Tokyo Beauty 4465 Dunbar St 604-674-9966
New Location! UBEcard Hobby Shop 4306 Dunbar St 604-764-7882 ubecard.com
Vape 12 4485 Dunbar St 236-858-3058 vape12.ca
West Side Paint & DecoratingBenjamin Moore (ad p. 5)
3354 Dunbar St 604-737-0962 benjaminmoore.com
Yilin Yuan Fine Art 3526 W 41st Ave 604-417-2168
YNP Dunbar Pharmacy & Dr. Scudmore’s
Rejuvenation Clinic 4198 Dunbar St 604-738-1788 Pharmacy 604-318-5461 Clinic ynpdunbar.com
Beauty | Hair | Spa | Aesthetics
Angela T&Q Nail and Spa
3383 Dunbar St
604-221-2200
Blink Beauty Bar 3562 W 41st Ave
604-261-8144
blinkbeautybar.com
Dunbar Barbershop 4264 Dunbar St
604-738-3165
Dunbar Nails & Lashes 4250 Dunbar St 604-717-8502
George’s Hair Styling 4196 Dunbar St 604-738-4603
Hair Place 4311 Dunbar St 604-742-0299 Yanay 604-221-4311 Leng
Hoax Beauty Clinic 4535 Dunbar St
604-916-9882
J’aime les Cheveux 3591 W 26th Ave
604-714-1118
Dunbar Evangelical Lutheran 3491 W 31st Ave
604-266-6818
dunbarlutheran.ca
Dunbar Heights Baptist 3320 Crown St 604-224-1031
dhbc.ca
Immaculate Conception 3778 W 28th Ave
604-224-5678 icvancouver.ca
Churches
Knox United Church 5590 Balaclava St 604-261-3737 knoxvan.com
Marineview Chapel 4000 W 41st Ave 604-261-1444 marineview.org
Stylish Cut 3231 Dunbar St
604-732-5123
Top Cut Barber 4238 Dunbar St
604-739-0744
Touch of Beauty Spa & Skincare 3231 Dunbar St
604-221-0010 touchofbeautyspa.ca
VY Valentin Salon 4290 Dunbar St 604-732-3523 vyvalentinsalon.com
St Philip’s Anglican Church (ad p. 5) 3737 W 27th Ave 604-224-3238 stphilipsdunbar.com
New! Blooming Dental 5505 Dunbar St 778-504-5555 bloomingdental.ca
Dentists on Dunbar 3335 Dunbar St 604-224-5611 dentistsondunbar.com
Dental
Dunbar Smiles 5-3615 W 19th Ave 604-224-3115 dunbarsmiles.ca
Dunbar Dental Centre (ad p. 7) 215-3540 W 41st Ave 604-261-2220 dunbardental.ca
Dunbar Family Dental (ad p. 23) 4210 Dunbar St 604-733-1616
dunbarfamilydental.com
Southlands Dental Group 3579 W 41st Ave 604-266-6232
Westside Orthodontics 3619 W 18th Ave 604-736-5705 westsidesmiles.ca
Dry Cleaning | Alterations | Shoe Repair
Boulevard Dry Cleaners
3594 W 41st Ave
604-261-0003
Busy Bee Cleaners
3556 W 41st Ave
604-263-2215
Gold Stop Shoes & Repair
3308 Dunbar St 604-734-7477
Money’s Dry Cleaning 4389 Dunbar St 604-224-5112
Education & Performing Arts - Private
Changna Dancing Academy
3636 W 16th Ave
778-929-1488 cndcdance.com
Code Ninja’s
3534 W 41st Ave
236-996-2633 codeninjas.com
Crofton House School
3200 W 41st Ave
604-263-3255 croftonhouse.ca
Crown Preschool
3737 W 27th Ave
604-228-1316 crownpreschool.ca
Curiosity Corner Preschool
3455 W King Edward 604-261-4434
curiositycornerpreschool.ca
4Cats Dunbar Ars Studio 4305 Dunbar St
604-564-9544 dunbarartstudio.com
Dunbar Memorial Preschool 4747 Dunbar St
604-222-6065 dunbarmemorialpreschool.ca
Elite Montessori Academy 101-3641 W 29th
604-221-0242 elitemontessori.ca
Harmonious Music Studio (ad p. 6)
3594 W 17th Ave
604-767-0136 harmoniousmusicstudio.com
Heyni Education 4531 Dunbar St
604-227-0808 heyni.com
Hillhouse Education 110-3479 Dunbar St
604-428-6968 hillhouseeducation.com
Immaculate Conception School (ad p. 12)
3745 W 28th Ave
604-224-5012 icschoolvancouver.com
Indigo Education 5737 Collingwood
778-680-5733 canadaindigo.com
Kids for Tech Education 103-3540 W 41st Ave
778-954-9919 kidsfortech.com
La Petite Ecole 4037 W 32nd Ave
604-619-7313 lapetiteecole.ca
New Concept Education Centre 5739 Collingwood St 604-773-3858
Opus Academy 5635 Dunbar St 604-267-3749 opusacademy.com
Mrs Sam’s Tutoring 3536 W 41st Ave 604-285-0064 mrssam.ca
Reading Gate Academy 204-3540 W 41st Ave 604-261-8984 vanwest.readinggate.com
Sprouts Academy 4000 W 41st Ave 604-454-8369 sproutsacademy.ca
St George’s School
Jr Boys: 3851 W 29th Ave
Sr Boys: 4175 W 29th Ave 604-224-1304 stgeorges.bc.ca
Tom Thumb Preschool 3737 W 27th Ave 604-222-2550 tomthumbpreschool.ca
Westgate Montessori School 3489 W 31st Ave 604-221-9300 westgatemontessori.com
Westside Kumon 3584 W 16th Ave 604-222-0182 kumon.ca
New!
WonderWorks Learning Club 3309 Dunbar St wonderworksca.com
Financial
BMO Bank of Montreal 4480 Dunbar St 604-665-7093 bmo.com
Donald A. Nybo, CPA 6-3615 W 19th Ave 604-228-1166
Edward Jones 3560 W 41st Ave 604-731-6117 edwardjones.ca
30 Minute Hit 3516 W 41st Ave 604-569-3233 30minutehit.com/ kerrisdale
Active Pilates Studio (article p. 20-22) 3584 W 41st Ave 236-996-6998 activepilatestudio.com
Chaldecott Medical Clinic 4186 Dunbar St 604-739-9881 chaldecottclinic.ca
Dermapure Vancouver 3568 W 41st Ave 604-737-7100 dermapure.com
Dr. Gorman, Chiropractor 202-3641 W 29th Ave 778-938-4403 drpatriciagorman.com
Dr. J. Madhani Neurology 3368 Dunbar St 604-428-7178 drmneuro.com
Dunbar Eyecare Optometry 2-3554 W 41st Ave 604-263-8874 dunbareyecare.com
H & R Block
4292 Dunbar St 604-713-1500 hrblock.ca
RBC Royal Bank 4205 Dunbar St 604-665-5972 rbc.com
Fitness & Sports
Dunbar Lawn Bowling Club 3850 W 31st Ave 604-228-8428
dunbarlawnbowling.com
Pacific Spirit Martial Arts 4747 Dunbar St
Health | Medical
Dunbar Physio
205-3540 W 41st Ave 604-266-3303 dunbarphysio.com
Dunbar Psychological Services
216-3540 W 41st Ave 604-264-1777
dunbarpsychology.com
Envision Counselling 7-3615 W 19th Ave 604-222-1120
envisioncounselling.ca
FYidoctors - Dunbar 4508 Dunbar St 604-739-2022 fyidoctors.com
Scotiabank 4402 Dunbar St 778-327-2480 scotiabank.com
TD Canada Trust 4200 Dunbar St 604-654-6888 tdcanadatrust.com
Third Eye Martial Arts 4256 Dunbar St 604-669-8707 temartialarts.com
Healing Abundance
Holistic Medicine 3593 W 26th Ave 778-997-4628 kaoclaire.com
Highroads Medical Clinic 4588 Dunbar St 604-423-2945
highroadsmedical.com
Life Integrative 4168 Dunbar St 604-742-0702 lifeintegrative.ca
Life Labs
112-3540 W 41st Ave 604-264-9815 lifelabs.com
Health | Medical ... con’t
Massage Therapy on Dunbar
4192 Dunbar St
604-733-3376 massagetherapyondunbar.com
Mark Finch & Associates
202-3641 W 29th Ave
604-222-9505
markfinch.ca
Alta Vista Animal Hospital 4543 Dunbar St
604-221-5858 altavistaanimalhospital.ca
Artistic Styling Salon for Pets
4188 Dunbar St
604-739-6822
Buntain Insurance
(ad p. 7)
4295 Dunbar St
604-733-3000 buntaininsurance.com
Dracco Pacific Realty
3398 Dunbar St
604-999-5599 draccorealty.com
Feature Projects 5733 Collingwood St
604-220-8907 featureprojects.com
Johnston Meier Insurance
120-3479 Dunbar St
604-736-3831 jmins.com
Preventum Personalized Health Care 3210 Dunbar St
604-731-9866 preventum.ca
Preventum Skin
3288 Dunbar St
604-969-8388 preventumskin.ca
Skin Vector 3393 Dunbar St 236-333-4208 skinvector.ca
Pets
Bosley’s Pet Food 3502 W 41st Ave
604-266-2667 bosleys.com
K & K Pet Foods
4595 Dunbar St
604-224-2513 kandkpetfoods.ca
Specialty Services
Phone Guru
4339 Dunbar St
604-225-0571 phoneguru.ca
RE/MAX Real Estate Services
110-3450 W 41st Ave
604-263-2823 remaxres.ca
Sage Construction (ad p. 6) 3349 Dunbar St 604-569-2692 sageconstruction.ca
Skinworks Plastic Surgery 3578 W 41st Ave 604-733-9711 skinworks.ca
Southland’s Physiotherapy 3579 W 41st Ave 604-263-8110
Pets Beautiful 5620 Dunbar St 604-261-5310 petsbeautiful.com
The CAO Law Corporation 1-4180 Dunbar St 604-558-0688 tclawcorp.com
The UPS Store 3271 Dunbar St 604-423-3188 theupsstore.ca/579
VisualSpace Gallery
3352 Dunbar St 604-559-0576 visualspace.ca
Dunbar Community Centre
4747 Dunbar St 604-222-6060 dunbarcentre.ca
Dunbar Community Patrol 604-222-9824 dunbar-vancouver.org
Dunbar Earthquake & Emergency Preparedness dunbaremergency.ca
Dunbar Little League dunbarbaseball.ca
Dunbar Public Library 4515 Dunbar St 604-665-3968 vpl.ca
COMMUNITY
Dunbar Residents’ Association 604-222-9824
dunbar-vancouver.org
Dunbar Theatre 4555 Dunbar St 604-222-2991
Dunbar Village Business Association (ads p. 4 & back cover) dunbarvillage.ca
Kevin Falcon, MLA (ad p. 19)
5640 Dunbar St 604-664-0748 bcliberals.com/team/ kevin-falcon/
Pacific Spirit Park Society pacificspiritparksociety.org
Southlands Heritage Farm 6767 Balaclava St 604-261-1295 southlandsfarms.com
Vancouver Community Baseball vancouvercommunitybaseball.com
ADVERTISERS (without Storefront in Dunbar)
Butter Baked Goods & Cafe (ad p. 3)
4907 Mackenzie St 604-221-4333 butterbakedgoods.com
Crofton Manor (article p. 13-15) 2803 W 41st Ave 604-263-0921 venviliving.com/crofton-manor
Dunbar Disposal (ad p. 12) 604-765-3867 dunbardisposal.com
MK Moments by Matena (ad p. 6)
Sandra Steier Photography & Pop Up Portraits (ad p. 18) 778-839-8355 sandrasteier.com
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