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community: Over the last few months there has been a lot written about the 2010 World Routes Forum, and this month we welcome delegates to the first Routes Forum held in North America. From September 20 to 21, more than 3,000 airline, airport and tourism authority leaders will gather in the Vancouver Convention Centre to network and do business. It’s here that Vancouver Airport Authority hopes to attract new airlines and encourage existing carriers to add new routes from YVR. This provides travellers with more places to vacation or do business, while helping the community by providing jobs and other economic benefits. The Routes Forum also gives Vancouver the opportunity to showcase its attractiveness as a destination. Equidistant
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between Europe and Asia, Vancouver is ideally situated as an international meeting and event destination. Having hosted the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, Cruise Line International’s largest event and Meeting Professionals International conference this year, Vancouver has proven itself as an exceptional market for business and leisure. Vancouver is also an ideal location for a gateway to Asia and YVR is the closest major West Coast airport to the burgeoning market. Currently one in ten passengers uses YVR as their connection between North America and the Asia Pacific region. And Vancouver is well situated to reach many Canadian communities. YVR serves 44 Canadian communities and offers connec-
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It was one year ago on August 17 that the Canada Line welcomed passengers to YVR Station for the first time, and the rapid transit line’s been on a roll ever since. With 36-million passenger boardings in its first year, including YVR passengers, employees and visitors, it’s clear that people like the line’s quick connections between downtown Vancouver, YVR and Richmond. TransLink’s most recent figures show the line is well-ahead of ridership projections with an average of 100,000 people taking the train every day in July, a number that wasn’t expected to be reached until 2013. Carrying this many passengers eliminates approximately 14,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions annually. “The Canada Line’s success has been based on the quick
connections people can make along one of Metro Vancouver’s key corridors from downtown Vancouver to Richmond and the airport, the easy links to the rest of TransLink’s transit network and its great performance during the Olympics,” said Ian Jarvis, TransLink’s CEO. While its popularity with riders is clear, the Canada Line has also been recognized by an international publication as one of the most innovative infrastructure projects worldwide and last year the Canada Line received a Gold Award for Infrastructure from the Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships. For more information about getting to YVR on the Canada Line visit the airport’s website at www.yvr.ca, or to get information about fares, schedules, stations and other passenger information, check out TransLink’s website at www.translink.ca.
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tions to 24 U.S. and 27 other international destinations. But the Routes Forum is also about shedding light on common opportunities and goals—from continued liberalization of air policies to the new opportunities the next generation of aircraft will provide. With the largest gathering of the who’s who in the industry, the Routes Forum is the premier event for businesses to engage and build partnerships that will shape the aviation industry. Stay tuned during the month of September for great aviation announcements coming out of the 2010 World Routes Forum. For more news and updates about the 2010 World Routes Forum, visit www.routesonline.com.
Air Canada to operate new Vancouver-Mexico City service Starting November 6, Air Canada will begin weekend service (Saturday and Sunday) between Vancouver and Mexico City, which will become a daily service starting December 1. The announcement came on the heels of Mexicana Airlines request for creditor protection and suspension of more than a dozen international routes last month. Air Canada’s new service from YVR to Mexico City will be operated with an Airbus A319 aircraft featuring Executive Service, individual seatback entertainment systems, the ability to collect Aeroplan miles and lounge access for qualified customers. The flights are also timed for convenient local and international connections. “Air Canada began serving Mexico City 46 years ago,” said Ben Smith, executive vice president and chief commercial officer at Air Canada. “Over that time, Canada and Mexico have built close ties not only through family connections and a vibrant tourism market, but also due to business connections—particularly with the creation of the North American Free Trade Agreement. Air transport is vital to maintaining these relationships and Air Canada wants to ensure that there is sufficient capacity linking Canada and Mexico City to meet demand. “In addition, in an increas-
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Airport community comes together for YVR Golf for Kids As always, the Vancouver Canucks organization played a significant role in the festivities including the participation of Canucks players Manny Malhotra and Alex Edler, former Canucks players and current team scouts Harold Snepsts and Thomas Gradin, along with key staff from the Vancouver Canucks organization and team mascot Fin. Even with Canucks players in the room, the real stars of the events are always the children, families and the staff from Canuck Place Children’s Hospice. Their stories and expressions of appreciation serve as a reminder of why YVR Golf for Kids began. In the mid-1980’s, a friendly golf challenge started between various YVR law enforcement officers from Canada and the US. In 1991, two members of Canada Customs, Brian and Audrey Flagel lost their daughter Elise to cancer. In response, the airport community rallied together and changed the law enforcement tournament into a golf challenge and auction, with the proceeds to be donated to a charity in memory of Elise Flagel. Thus began the YVR Golf for Kids Tournament. Vancouver Airport Authority is the title sponsor of the event and other key contributors who helped make this year’s event such a success include The Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Quilchena Golf and Country Club, The Vancouver Sun,
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The hottest ticket at YVR every summer doesn’t have anything to do with planes or travel—it’s a spot at the airport community’s premier fundraising event, YVR Golf for Kids. The annual golf tournament, gala dinner and auction held every August raises funds to support Canuck Place Children’s Hospice and other children’s charities. Since 1991, YVR Golf for Kids has contributed more than $2.6-million to help children and families in British Columbia. This year’s event saw 148 golfers teeup at Quilchena Golf and Country Club in Richmond on August 19 to enjoy some friendly competition on a sunny, warm day. The gala dinner and auction following the tournament was attended by 500 people and held at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, with emcee Jody Vance from CBC Sports and auctioneer Howard Blank of Great Canadian Casinos. Thanks to everyone’s generous support and participation, YVR Golf for Kids raised $335,000 through this year’s live and silent auctions with items including a signed Canadian Men’s Olympic Hockey jersey, a full-page colour ad in the Vancouver Sun, flights and vacation packages from West Jet, Alaska Airlines, Fairmont Hotel, Air Transat and AMA Cruises. Other generous prizes were donated by London Drugs, Glentel, Great Canadian Casinos and many others.
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This year’s YVR Golf for Kids event raised $200,000 for Canuck Place Children’s Hospice. Opacity, Stereo Printers, Mr. Michael Tan, Biomed Central and Mr. Terry Hui, Concord Pacific. YVR Golf for Kids has become
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To learn more about YVR Golf for Kids and how you can become involved with next year’s events, visit their website at www.yvrgolfforkids.com.
Museum of Vancouver exhibit connects people to their food Vancouver International Airport is all about making connections, and Vancouver Airport Authority is pleased to support a local exhibit that aims to connect people to their food by showcasing local, sustainable food choices. The Airport Authority is a Season Sponsor of The Museum of Vancouver and its latest exhibit, Home Grown: Local Sustainable Food running August 26, 2010 to January 2, 2011. The exhibit is centred around a photographic exploration of local food production and sustainable farming in and around Metro Vancouver, featuring 39 images by photographer Brian Harris. Over the four-month exhibition, programs including workshops, talks
and tours by local farmers and chefs will augment the photographs and help provide information and inspiration for people to start their own backyard or community garden. Vancouver Airport Authority’s community investment program supports charitable organizations in three focus areas including Family and Communities. The Home Grown: Local Sustainable Food exhibit fits with the Airport Authority’s focus of helping build local communities through conservation and education of the environment for future generations. The Museum of Vancouver is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 5pm, Thursdays 10am – 5pm, Mondays closed. For more information, call (604) 736-4431.
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With smiles and Canadian flags waving, the first organized tour groups from China arrived at YVR on August 18, a result of Canada’s status as an approved destination. The enthusiastic travellers from Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou were greeted by Mounties in red surge and Vancouver Airport Authority president and CEO Larry Berg, Premier Gordon Campbell and Stockwell Day, president of the Treasury Board and Minister for the Asia–Pacific Gateway. “I’m delighted to be here to welcome our guests from China and to mark this important day for the Canadian tourism industry,” said Minister Day. “Now that Approved Destination Status between our two countries is fully operational, and with an expected 100-million international travellers from China overall by 2020, doors are opening to attract even more visitors from China.” Earlier this year, China granted Canada Approved Destination Status (ADS), a goal YVR and the governments of Canada and B.C. have long been advocating. ADS means that tour operators in both countries can market and advertise Canada as a travel destination to the people of China. “On behalf of all British Columbians, I welcome our Chinese guests to Canada and to British Columbia and thank the federal government for their efforts to get Approved Destination Status with China,” said Premier Campbell. “This agreement will be a boost to our tourism industry and we are looking forward to many more visits in the future. Canada receiving ADS is expected to increase Chinese visitors to B.C. by 10 per cent in 2010 alone and an additional 15 per cent each of the next two years.” Last year, 160,833 Chinese visitors came to Canada, with more than half visiting B.C. The inaugural group of 300 to 350 tour operators and tourists puts the agreement into operational status. Prime Minister Stephen Harper first announced that China was granting Canada Approved Destination Status in December 2009, with the formal agreement between the two countries signed on June 24, 2010.
Royal Canadian Mounties flank (left to right) Chinese consul general Liang Shugen; Premier Gordon Campbell; Du Jiang, vice chairman of the China National Tourism Administration; Stockwell Day, president of the Treasury Board and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway; and Larry Berg, Vancouver Airport Authority president and CEO.
Self-service baggage tag at YVR for all WestJet passengers Passengers departing from YVR and flying on WestJet will notice many new WestJet kiosks to both check-in and print bag tags. The airline is the first in North America to allow all of its passengers to tag their own baggage, and YVR is the first airport to host the system. Self-serve baggage tag allows WestJet passengers to use mobile, web or kiosk check-in to print their own baggage tags and check in for their flight. On arrival at YVR, WestJet passengers follow a simple check-in process: • Step 1—visit a kiosk to print a boarding pass and tag their bags. • Step 2—proceed to a WestJet agent, who will scan their baggage tag. • Step 3—proceed to the designated bag drop and drop off their bags. Passengers can still web check-in from their home, then upon arrival at YVR visit one of the kiosks to retrieve flight
information using a six-letter reservation code or credit card. Passengers, who have checked-in from home and printed their boarding pass, simply scan the pass at one of the YVR kiosks to print their baggage tags. The WestJet kiosks are user friendly
with a video feature that shows exactly what to do during the entire self-service check-in process. WestJet offers scheduled service throughout its 71-city North American and Caribbean network. For more information, visit www.westjet.com.
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Starting in January 2011, Air Canada will begin new daily, non-stop flights to Japan’s Haneda Airport, which will allow travellers to choose to fly from YVR to Haneda or Narita when going to Tokyo. The service is the first and only connection between Canada and Haneda, which is only 30 minutes from downtown Tokyo. The new service complements Air Canada’s existing route between YVR
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GDP annually. “I congratulate Air Canada for expanding its service options between YVR and the Asia-Pacific region,” said Larry Berg, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “New and increased air services are good for the people and businesses of British Columbia. This new Vancouver–Tokyo Haneda service will not only strengthen trade and tourism ties between these two regions, but also continue to develop YVR as a key Asia-Pacific gateway.” Haneda Airport, also known as Tokyo International Airport, handles almost all of Japan’s domestic travel with some 62-million passengers in 2009, making it the second busiest airport in Asia and the fifth busiest in the world. With an expansion of its international terminal and a new fourth runway set to open in late 2010, Haneda Airport is expected to begin to handle more international traffic. For more information on flight times or to book one of Air Canada’s new daily flights to Haneda, visit their website at www.aircanada.ca.
tunity to serve at VAC. “I am pleased with this new assignment since it is a great opportunity to work together with my brothers and sisters from different denominations and religions in bringing peace and the love of God to the airport, the meeting place of people of different nations,” said Fr. Tumbelaka. VAC was established by founding Chaplain Layne Daggett in June 1983. Over the years, it has expanded its impact
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Study Circles launched in Richmond Participants are wanted for an exciting and innovative project the City of Richmond is launching in partnership with Richmond Civic Engagement Network. Volunteers from all sections of the community are invited to engage in Study Circles on the topic of the Richmond Social Planning Strategy. This will help decide what social programs and services the City should be supporting over the next 10 years (e.g. childcare, support for immigrants,
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YVR campaigns win at Airport Council Awards Vancouver Airport Authority recently won six awards in the Airport Council International’s (ACI) North American 2010 Excellence in Marketing and Communications contest. Established in 1991, ACI represents airports’ interests with governments and international organizations such as ICAO, develops standards, policies and recommended practices for airports, and provides information and training opportunities to raise standards around the world. Fifty-five airports from across North America submitted entries in 17 marketing and communications categories ranging from brochures, advertising, marketing and public relations campaigns, newsletters, special events, video and film productions, to social media campaigns and websites. YVR received three first-place fin-
ishes in the categories of Social Media Campaigns, for its use of Twitter during the 2010 Winter Games; Customer Service Initiatives, for its Get your Game Face On employee training program; and Aviation Education and Tour Programs for its The Future Lands Here educational school tour program. Second-place finishes were awarded in the categories for Websites (www.yvr.ca) and Public Relations Campaigns—for its March 1 Departure Day awareness campaign during the 2010 Winter Olympics. A third-place finish was awarded in Marketing Campaigns for the YVR Public Observation Area campaign Where Imaginations Soar. Visit www.aci-na.org for all the award winners in this year’s contest.
Where Imaginations Soar—Located in the public, pre-security area of the Domestic Terminal, Level 4 and free for all visitors, YVR’s Public Observation Area is a great place to meet family and friends. This area is more than just a meeting place, it provides visitors the opportunity to see first-hand an international airport at work and the beauty of Sea Island. At 500 square-meters, this space features seating for more than 150 people and floorto-ceiling windows measuring seven metres high and 42 metres in length, offering expansive west-facing views of the busy airfield.
Smoothie sales to benefit kids with cancer
Each fall, Jugo Juice locations across North America take part in an annual charity day to raise money for kids with cancer. Monies raised on Jugo Day are donated toward regional research and camps. This year’s Jugo Day takes place on Thursday September 16, and one dollar from every smoothie and fresh-pressed juice sold will be donated towards one of six kids’ cancer charities across Canada. Since 2004, customers have passionately supported the Jugo Day initiative, and Jugo Juice looks forward to making each year an even bigger success than the last. Jugo (pronounced JOO-go) Juice,
founded in 1998, is a company built on the philosophy of healthy living. The company has turned the idea of eating fresh foods on-the-go into a reality for consumers by offering nutritious products that are both convenient and delicious—from real fruit smoothies and fresh-pressed juice to grilled wraps and flatbreads. Jugo Juice is best known as the innovator behind the smoothie evolution, offering the only smoothie that contains five-plus servings of real fruit and absolutely no sorbet fillers. Purchase a Jugo Juice at YVR on September 16 and help support kids’ cancer charities.
New airport shuttle service to downtown
A new shuttle service began this month at YVR. Aeroshuttle now offers an easy direct route straight to the front door of many downtown Vancouver hotels for as little as $25 round-trip to the airport. Aeroshuttle is located in the ground transportation area at both terminal buildings. Simply follow the ground transportation signs once you have gathered your luggage from the baggage carousels to meet the shuttle at scheduled times throughout the day—every half hour. No reservations are required. For more information, visit aeroshuttleyvr.ca or call them at 1-877-921-9021.
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Air Canada pilots support retirement at age 60
An overwhelming majority of Air Canada pilots support retirement at age 60, according to a poll conducted for their union. The survey of more than 1,800 pilots showed that 82 per cent supported retirement at age 60 or even younger. In the survey, which included almost 60 per cent of all Air Canada pilots, respondents were asked whether they would like a retirement age of 60 years, greater than 60 or less than 60. Seventy-eight per cent supported retirement at age 60 and a further four per cent wanting to retire at a younger age. Even among senior pilots over the age of 50, more than 63 per cent supported retirement at age 60 or earlier, outnumbering those wanting to work past 60 years by more than a two-to-one margin in that sub-group. Only 13 per cent of pilots wanted a retire-
ment age greater than 60 years. Retirement at age 60 is currently set in the pilots’ contract and pension plan, which are negotiated with Air Canada by the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) and ratified by its member pilots in a democratic vote each time their collective agreement is renewed. The negotiated age of retirement is the subject of an upcoming Federal Court judicial review of a Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (CHRT) decision. In August 2009, the CHRT asserted that a section of the Canadian Human Rights Act (CHRA) cannot be justified under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms as a reasonable limit prescribed by law that can be demonstrably justified in a free and democratic society. That section of the human rights law says that a practice
is not discriminatory if an individual’s employment is terminated because he or she has reached the normal age of retirement for employees working in similar positions. ACPA asked the Federal Court to review the CHRT decision, arguing that the Tribunal had ignored Supreme Court of Canada decisions which found it acceptable for employers and employees to determine a retirement age through the collective bargaining process. The Federal Court will hear the case November 22 - 25 in Ottawa. The Federal Court’s decision could potentially have an impact on the wages and benefits of Air Canada pilots and thousands of other federally-regulated employees working under collective agreements containing a fixed age of retirement.
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Buying a home is one of the biggest financial and lifestyle decisions most people will make in their lifetime. It can also be an emotional and stressful experience. Whether buying or selling, the Tranquilli-T program has been designed to provide peace of mind in the event of an unforeseen situation. Tranquilli-T is a free service provided exclusively through Re/Max real estate agents. It offers protection to both buyers and sellers. Transaction delayed or cancelled This can occur through withdrawal of financing, job loss or a surveying inspection that uncovers structural or other problems with the property. As such this could delay or even cancel the transfer of title. With the Tranquilli-T Program if such an event occurs, even after all the conditions precedent to the offer are met, the additional charges incurred over and above $300 are covered for a period of 180 days, up to a maximum of $25,000. Buyer dies prior to title transfer In the event of death of the buyer or his/her spouse, the seller and the transaction is guaranteed. If all the conditions on the offer to purchase have been met before
the completion date and the estate of the deceased no longer wants to purchase the property, the seller will be paid the agreed selling price through the Tranquilli-T Program. Legal advice & consultation Free legal consultation and coverage for any legal problem related to buying or selling a property is available through the Tranquilli-T Program. This coverage takes effect when all the conditions precedent to the offer of purchase are met and continues 12 months following the completion date. This is particularly valuable if a hidden defect is found after a purchase has been made. Legal protection In the event that legal procedures become necessary, legal fees are covered up to $5,000 per incident, up to an aggregate limit of $10,000. Tranquilli-T Program is a unique program designed to offer hassle-free real estate transactions for both buyers and sellers. For more information, call Martin Dash (604) 760-8609 or Carmen McCracken (604) 809-9626, one of the participating Re/ Max team of realtors in the program.
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Boeing projects multi-billion dollar North American commercial airplane market Boeing is forecasting that air carriers in Canada and the U.S. will take delivery of 7,200 new airplanes over the next 20 years at an investment of US$700-billion. New airplane deliveries in both countries will be driven by the need to retire older, less fuel-efficient single-aisle airplanes and regional jets, as airlines replace them with new-generation, more fuel-efficient models. “North America is a large, mature market, and we expect passenger traffic for the region to grow at a modest rate of 3.4 per cent,” said Randy Tinseth, vice president of marketing, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, who released Boeing’s 2010 North America market outlook in Montreal earlier this month. “The fast-paced lifestyles in Canada and the U.S. require rapid, frequent and reliable coast-to-coast and interregional transportation. Driven by this demand, nearly three-quarters of the new deliveries over the next 20 years will be single-aisle airplanes.”
Tailboom Fixtures increase Heli-One’s AW139 service capabilities
Taking retirements of airplanes into account, the North America fleet will grow from 6,590 airplanes today to about 9,000 airplanes by 2029. Boeing forecasts that single-aisle airplanes will grow from 56 per cent of the total North America fleet today to 71 per cent of the fleet by 2029. Airlines are increasingly focusing on airplane age as fuel-thirsty, older airplanes weigh increasingly on earnings. Increased attention to aviation’s impact on global climate change also will be a factor in selecting airplanes that produce lower carbon emissions. Newer airplane types such as the NextGeneration 737 offer significant advantages in environmental performance as well as improved capabilities, fuel efficiency and maintenance costs. “After several years of losses among the region’s air carriers, we’re seeing signs of improvement and airlines are beginning to implement fleet renewal plans as they look to the future,” said Tinseth. “To help meet this demand, Boeing Commercial Airplanes will continue to work closely with our more than 500 suppliers and partners in Canada. Boeing imports parts
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is a long range, mid-sized, wide-body, twin-engine jet airliner that uses composite materials for most of its construction. and services from Canada amounting to more than US$1-billion a year, more than US$625-million of which is associated with Boeing Commercial Airplanes.” Twin-aisle fleets will evolve in the region as airlines continue to expand international point-to-point services to a wider range of airport pairs and frequencies. Small- and mid-sized twin-aisle airplanes will grow to represent 19 per cent of the North America fleet by 2029.
Within the North America market, Boeing sees a demand for 1,180 new, efficient twin-aisle airplanes such as the 787 Dreamliner. Boeing also forecasts declining demand for regional jets in North America as airlines shift to more fuel-efficient turboprops or larger jetliner models. High fuel prices,
Contest Winners
Congratulations to the following SkyTalk readers who won a carload pass to attend last month’s Abbotsford Air Show with their correct answer to our Name That Aircraft Contest: Jim & Janis Dadd John Fakaro Anthony Manning Peter Papagian Alexander Goubarev Barb Boman
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That we have an Airline League on Thursday nights? Or beginner to advanced leagues throughout the week? Heli-One, the world’s largest provider of third-party helicopter maintenance, has strengthened its service capabilities for AgustaWestland AW139 helicopters with the addition of the first OEM AW139 tailboom fixture in North America along with a spare tailboom at its state-of-the-art facility in Delta, B.C. Heli-One is owned by CHC Helicopter, the world’s highest time operator of the industry-leading AW139. The company has been approved to provide overhaul service and support to AW139 operators in Europe, North America and Australasia since February 2009. “We’re excited to increase our service capabilities for this superb aircraft,” said Neil Calvert, president, Heli-One. “With a worldwide fleet approaching 300 aircraft and growing, the AW139 plays a key role for operators worldwide, and we’re committed to providing them with exceptional service and customer care. This new fixture and tailboom will minimize their downtime and let them continue operations virtually uninterrupted.” As an approved AW139 service centre, Heli-One is supported by AgustaWestland in all aspects of technical support for this product. Used for a wide range of applications including VIP transport, emergency medical service, search-and-rescue, offshore OGP support, fire fighting, law enforcement, paramilitary and military roles, the AgustaWestland AW139 is a 15-seat, medium-sized twin-turbine helicopter used by government, military and civilian operators in 32 countries worldwide.
intensified competition and the superior efficiencies of larger single-aisles will take a toll on the economics of small regional jets. This category will account for just four per cent of the total investment for new airplanes, with only 800 new regional jet deliveries over the next 20 years, nearly all for replacement.
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Get the revs up, roll down the windows and enjoy the sensational, specially tuned exhaust note that emanates from the 320-horsepower, twin turbo, in-line sixcylinder engine powering BMW’s latest sports sedan. Yes, it’s addictive, and if you are an enthusiast you will want to do it all day long. This future classic is simply a blast to drive, especially on the new Sea to Sky highway where the changing elevation, well-banked corners and twisty blacktop allow the 335is to demonstrate why it will give any Audi A5, Cadillac CTS, Infiniti G37 or Mercedes-Benz E-class a run for their money. The 335is model is based on the latest BMW 3 Series coupe and convertible models, and is positioned between the 335i and the M3, with no threat to the latter’s well-earned supremacy. But it is what’s under the hood of the 335is that is impressive. A highly acclaimed N54 twin-turbocharged inlinesix engine that displaces 3.0-litres, features all-aluminum light weight construction and, with the addition of a heavyduty cooling system and special software, allows the N54 to sustain a nominal output of 320-horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. Through the use of temporary over boost, up to 370 lb-ft of torque can be achieved, which comes in handy during overtaking and high-speed manoeuvring situations. The vehicle’s seven-speed double clutch transmission (DCT) with shift paddles provides seamless, lightning fast and
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Acura dealers provide wheels for Canadian Forces rally entry This year’s 9th annual Targa Newfoundland international rally will include a team of Canadian Forces veterans injured in the war in Afghanistan. The Canadian Forces team is competing in the five-day event, which begins on September 12, to raise funds and spread awareness for the Soldier On program for wounded soldiers. The team will be driving an Acura TL SH-AWD (Super Handling All Wheel Drive), provided through the support of the Acura Dealers of Canada. The Acura received its initial test drive last month and was declared “awesome” by team drivers Master Corporal Jody Mitic and Corporal Andrew Knisley. Mitic and Knisley will share driving and navigating duties for the gruelling week-long, 2,000-plus kilometres motorsport event. Their objective is to raise $150,000 in donations to the Solider On Fund by completing Canada’s longest and toughest motorsport event. Both Mitic and Knisley suffered devastating injuries in combat in Afghanistan. Mitic lost both legs below the knee
to a land mine in 2007. Knisley’s right leg was destroyed below the hip by an improvised explosive device in 2009. Both men have prosthetic lower limbs. Their remarkable recovery has been aided by the Soldier On Fund, a trust fund of the Canadian Forces established to improve the quality of life of ill and injured soldiers through active participation and peer interaction in fitness and sports. The Acura TL SH-AWD they will be driving is equipped with an automatic transmission that can be controlled by paddle shifters and has been constructed to permit both men relatively easy access to the cockpit. The car will carry the livery of the Acura Dealers of Canada, and technical support is being provided by Honda Canada. Michelin North America (Canada) and Motegi Racing Wheels have also provided product support. The innovative SH-AWD system manages the power from its 3.7-litre 24-valve SOHC V6 engine to provide front-rear torque distribution control with independently regulated torque distribution to the left and
Understated power that features M sport aerodynamics. effortless gear changes. All this increased power and torque puts higher loads on the engine so in addition to the upgraded cooling system, with additional radiator, fan and oil cooler, the front fenders have larger air intake dams to increase air flow to the coolers and help provide constant, reliable power at the hands of the most spirited driver. At the rear, an M Sport diffuser has been designed to manage the high-velocity air flow rushing from underneath the vehicle and prevent any lift from occurring under the rear axle and thereby keeping the car firmly planted on the asphalt. The M Sport treatment comes in the form of M-aerodynamic elements that include high-gloss black grille surround,
shadow line black window trim, wing mirror caps in black, and 45-centimetre, light alloy wheels in ferric grey colour— 48-centimetre M wheels are optional. Additionally, exclusive 335is chrome badges on the side and rear fenders and M badging on the steering wheel and
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Everything in its correct place for driving perfection and comfort. door-scuff plates demonstrate the vehicle’s provenance. Interior layout and trim is true to BMW perfection. The high level of craftsmanship is designed to hold the driver and passengers so that the G-forces can be enjoyed in comfort, and that includes the back
bucket-style seats that are easy to access and provide sufficient headroom for taller passengers. This Bimmer is only available in North America and comes with a price tag in the $50,000-plus range—no charge for exhilarating driving.
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Master Corporal Jody Mitic (left) and Corporal Andrew Knisley with their Acura TL SH-AWD entry for the Targa Newfoundland rally. right rear wheels. The system automatically distributes the optimum amount of torque to all four wheels in accordance with driving conditions. The result is drastically improved handling with reduced under-steer and better balance. During spirited cornering, SH-AWD seamlessly distributes more torque to the outside rear wheel to help the TL turn in more quickly and precisely, while also continuously apportioning drive train torque
front to rear and also left to right. The result is a remarkably balanced and precise all-wheel-drive performance sedan ideally suited for some of the rough and wet road conditions often encountered in Targa Newfoundland. The rally will run from September 12-18 and can be followed at www.targanewfoundland.com. For more information on the Solider On Fund, visit www.cfpsa.com/Splashpages/SoldierOn.
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Mexico celebrates as it turns 200 To celebrate the Bicentennial of Mexico’s independence from Spain and the Centennial of the Mexican Revolution, Mexico has created eight commemorative tourism routes that highlight the historical settings and emblematic monuments of the country. The routes can be covered between one week and 10 days and because of their circular paths, travellers can start from any point on the circuit. The country’s fascinating history is highlighted in the following eight commemorative routes, with the first four celebrating the bicentennial and the latter celebrating the revolution: • La Ruta de Hidalgo Centro (The Hidalgo Route - Centre) • La Ruta de Hidalgo Norte (The Hidalgo Route – North) • La Ruta de Morelos (The Morelos Route) • La Ruta de Guerrero y el Ejercito Trigarante (The Guerrero Route)
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Acapulco and Veracruz. La Ruta de Hidalgo Norte retraces the footsteps of independence leaders Hidalgo, Allende, Aldama, Jimenez and their army, as they desperately attempted to reach the United States to buy arms and mount an offensive that never came. This route passes through several important cities including Monterrey, Matehuala, Real de Catorce and Monclova. Although each route is special for several reasons, a must-see is La Ruta de Hidalgo Centro. This route celebrates the life of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, considered the Father of the Nation. This historic route takes travellers through the states of Guanajuato, Queretaro, and Michoacan, which house many of the sites that represent his career as a priest, philosopher and military leader. Of particular interest is the city of Chihuahua, where travellers can visit the Palacio de Gobierno de Chihuahua (Government Palace of Chihuahua), where Hidalgo was executed by a Spanish firing squad. One of the most important stops on this route is in the Guanajuato town of Dolores Hidalgo, which has been declared the Capital of the Bicentennial. Here, one can visit the church in which Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla delivered the battle cry of the Mexican War of Independence. Guanajuato is also the location of two much-anticipated parades on September 16 and November 20, celebrating Mexicoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Independence and Revolution, respectively. Another bicentennial hot spot is Mexico City, the home of several commemorative locations such as the Palacio Nacional (National Palace), which houses murals by famed artist Diego Rivera. On September 16, a military parade celebrating Mexicoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s independence will take place through the streets of Mexico City, followed by an air show and a fireworks and pyrotechnic show at the Mirador Torre Latino Observatory. Mexico City is also the location of the Museo Nacional de Historia, a national history museum housed in the 18th century Chapultepec Castle. Other preparations include a commemorative arch to observe Mexicoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fight for independence. This is truly an exciting year for Mexico, one which also saw two new UNESCO World Heritage sitesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Inland Royal Road and the prehistoric caves in Oaxacaâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;added to the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s alreadylong list of heritage sites. For more information about Mexicoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bicentennial and centennial celebrations, as well as the eight commemorative routes, visit www.bicentenario.visitmexico.com.
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Canadian astronaut, Chris Hadfield The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) picked astronaut Chris Hadfield to return to space for a third time and become the first Canadian Commander of the International Space Station (ISS). Hadfield will launch aboard a Russian Soyuz rocket in December 2012, and take command of the station during the second half of a six-month mission. This will be the second long-duration mission for a Canadian astronaut. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The selection of a Canadian astronaut for a long-duration mission and as Commander of the International Space Station reflects the achievements of our space exploration program and the renowned quality of our Canadian Astronaut Corps,â&#x20AC;? said the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology). As an ISS flight engineer for the missionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first four months, Hadfield will carry out scientific experiments, robotics tasks and technology demonstrations. As a veteran space-walker, he may be called upon to step out into space to perform tasks around the station. With the rotation of three of the six-member crew in March 2013, Hadfield will assume the role of Commander of Expedition 35. As Commander, Hadfield will be responsible for crew safety, ongoing operations, maintenance and equipment, while ensuring that scientific experiments are carried out on behalf of Canadian and international scientists. He may also be called upon to operate Canadarm2 to perform assembly and maintenance tasks, and to grapple and berth spacecraft to the station. Hadfield is scheduled to return to
B.C. Aviation History
Following World War I, Canada was left with a considerable number of usable aircraft. The British Government donated 80 airplanes and 14 flying boats to Canada, and the United States Navy, which had been training Canadians in the closing months of the war, turned over 12 HS2L flying boats and 25 spare Liberty engines. Half of these machinesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;single-engine biplanes with 74-foot wingspanâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; provided flight service in British Columbia.
Earth in a Soyuz spacecraft, landing in Kazakhstan in June 2013. Hadfield has achieved a distinguished career in space exploration. He is the only Canadian to board Mir, the Russian Space Station, in 1995 and the first Canadian to perform a spacewalkâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a feat accomplished when he attached Canadarm2 to the ISS in 2001. In anticipation of his next space mission, Chris Hadfield has already started training in Canada, the U.S., and Russia. In 2009, he trained as backup to Canadian astronaut Robert Thirsk, who took part in Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first long-duration mission on the ISS. The CSA will be asking the public to propose science experiments Hadfield can conduct on-orbit. It also intends to engage Canadians in the mission through a variety of activities, especially musicâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Hadfield is an avid guitar player and intends to make use of the Canadian-built guitar currently on the station. The objective is to inspire young Canadians to turn to science and technology, and choose studies that will allow them to take their place as members of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next space generation.
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www.summitcb.com S er v i n g t h e A v i at i on Industr y Summer is almost at an end with Thanksgiving on the way and Halloween close on its heels. If you’re contemplating a fun, fall getaway then consider the new Harry Potter theme park in Orlando, Florida.
Halloween would be the perfect time to experience the Potter Wizarding World. You can flit through the streets of Hogsmeade and purchase your very own wand from Ollivander’s, makers of fine wands since 382 B.C. Add a stop at Dervish and Banges for additional magical items such as Sneakoscopes and Spectrespecs. Purchase a box of colourful sweets, including acid pops, exploding bonbons and chocolate frogs, from Honeydukes. And drop a postcard detailing your magical experiences at Owl Post, a functioning post office that will deliver your mail with an authentic Hogsmeade postmark. There are three hotels within walking distance of Universal property all of which provide a one-of-a-kind setting. Enjoy the Italian elegance of the luxurious Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. Live like a rock ‘n’ roll superstar at the Hard Rock Hotel. Or escape to tropical paradise at the exotic Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Each themed hotel offers the utmost in comfort and convenience with exceptional amenities, first-rate dining, spectacular pools and more. If you decide to stay off-site, there are many hotels at affordable rates to suit every budget and most offer free shuttle service to Universal’s themed parks. Visit www.orlandoescape.com for hotels and package deals. As an added incentive, travellers who book a package with Universal for travel between now and December 31, 2010 will also receive: early park admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter; breakfast at the Three Broomsticks restaurant; and a commemorative ticket.
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Panavia Tornado F3
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and Italy. Primary users are the Royal Air Force (RAF), Royal Saudi Air Force and
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The winner’s name will be published in the October 2010 issue of SkyTalk.
Italian Air Force. Tornado F3s will be retired from RAF service in 2011.
CrossWord ACROSS 1. Dim or faded 5. Small olive-coloured bird 10. A lofty level or position 14. Chieftain 15. Arrange into a line 16. Sea eagle 17. A Welsh festival or feast 19. Capacity unit for measuring fresh herring 20. Soft food 21. Tall woody plant 22. A non-resident doctor 24. One who colours cloth 25. Nipple 26. Defeats decisively (sports slang) 29. Very lively (musical term) 30. City in Israel 31. Grain storage buildings 32. A passenger truck 35. Former 36. Bet 37. Mexican dish 38. Amount charged 39. Hindu queens 40. 100 in a dollar 41. Relating to the nervous system 43. Damage someone 44. Sanskrit for “Great soul” 46. Unfreeze 47. Ancient Greek marketplaces 48. Certain 49. Technical Knock Out 52. Hood 53. Dress up like a dandy 56. District 57. Turn around 58. Smell 59. Bend out of shape 60. Texas armadillos 61. Northeast by east. DOWN 1. A secret look 2. Mudfish 3. A speech affectation 4. Earth-received time 5. San Diego’s baseball team 6. Deacon 7. Spouse
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Self-conceit Industrious undertaking Marked by intense agitation Not pertinent Twist into deformity A reddish brown hair dye Word forms Christmas Mentally irregular Units of distance Cook Scarce President Ike Period of watchfulness City in Yemen A growth hormone Found on a face Reheated (2 words) Nipple A genus of strong-scented herbs A moveable musical staff that includes the middle C note 42. A flap to keep ears warm
43. 44. 45. 46. 48. 49. 50. 51. 54. 55.
Brown and yellow finches Parrot 1/100th of a shekel Hindu dance hand movement Refuse to acknowledge Periodic rise and fall of the sea Found on a door Monster Consumed A distant place.
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The West Kootenay Regional Airport is owned and operated by the City of Castlegar and offers regular service to both Vancouver and Calgary.
engine combat aircraft jointly developed by the United Kingdom, West Germany
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Rent a family vacation home by the beach in the picturesque fishing village of Sayulita, Mexico. Located just 45 minutes north of the Puerto Vallarta airport, Sayulita’s blend of beaches, shops, restaurants & activities makes it the perfect destination for a Mexican Vacation. The home has 3 bedrooms with private bathrooms and sleeps up to 8 people. Great for a family or group of friends. The house is in a complex with other vacation homes and has a shared pool and beachfront courtyard. You can rent the whole house or individual rooms.
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Neighbourhood Restaurant Guide Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner Try something different today for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The following restaurants are at or within five minutes from YVR, and most offer airport employee discounts.
International (Pre-Security) • Hanami Japanese Restaurant: Dim Sum & Japanese cuisine-Level 3 Departures • Koho Restaurant & Bar: Casual diningLevel 3 Departures • Galiano Bakery & Café: Breakfast, sandwiches & pastries-Level 3 Departures • Burger King: Breakfast, burgers, salads -Level 2 Arrivals & Level 3 Departures • Flying Wedge Pizza: Pizza, salads & soups-Level 3 Departures • Fortune Wok: Asian cuisine – Level 3 Departures • OPA! Souvlaki of Greece: Greek cuisine-Level 3 Departures • Tim Hortons: Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, soup – Level 2 Arrivals • Toshi Teppanyaki: Japanese cuisine – Level 3 Departures
Airport South • Airside Café & Catering 350-5400 Airport Road South. Located opposite Million Air. (604) 273-6628 • ATC Cafeteria 3800 Cessna Drive. In the BCIT Aerospace
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• The Flying Beaver Bar & Grill
CANADA LINE
MAIN TERMINALS Domestic (Pre-Security) • Starbucks: Coffee, pastries, sandwichesLevel 3 Departures A&W: Breakfast served daily—Bacon ‘n Egger with real bacon and real eggs, hash browns, French Toast. Also, hamburgers, fries, beverages, including A&W’s famous root beer. Open 5am-10pm. Level 3 Departures. Also located at International Departures (Post-Security) • Harvey’s: Breakfast, burgers-Level 3 Departures • Subway: Sandwiches, salads & wrapsLevel 3 Departures • Swiss Chalet: Rotisserie chicken-Level 2 Arrivals • Tim Hortons: Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, soups-Level 2 Arrivals & Level 3 Departures • Jugo Juice: Juice, smoothies, wraps & paninis – Level 3 Departures • Wok ‘N Roll: Chinese & Japanese cuisine – Level 3 Departures • Toshi Teppanyaki: Japanese cuisine – Level 3 Departures
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4760 Inglis Drive. Located on the water, inside Harbour Air Seaplanes Terminal,
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• McDonald’s Restaurant 6020-6086 Russ Baker Way. Burgers, fast food, 5am-midnight. (604) 718-1022 3
MARPOLE
The Sideslip Café
#100-5360 Airport Road South. Located at Esso Avitat. Open 6am-10:30 am for breakfast and until 3pm for lunch. Serving homemade soups, sandwiches & paninis & daily specials. Fresh baked pastries, organic tea & coffee. Also serving Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte, Chai Tea, Frappuccino, Iced Tea and Fruit Smoothies. Take out & catering. (604) 303 SLIP (7547) • Skyway Restaurant (YVR South Terminal) #118-4440 Cowley Crescent. Breakast, lunch. (604) 231-9822 • Sushi Café 5455 Airport Road South. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, 6am-10pm. Eat in or take out. (604) 761-2362
• Cravings Restaurant & Lounge 8804 Osler Street, Vancouver. This newly renovated restaurant is located behind the Coast Hotel, only 5 minutes from YVR. Lunch, dinner, weekend breakfast. Tapas, classic pastas, steaks, seafood, vegetarian meals, stirfries, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, pizzas, salads, soups, and more. (604) 264-8444 • Konichiwa Seafood & Sushi Bar 1320 West 73rd Avenue, Vancouver Lunch, dinner. Japanese sushi, sashimi, seafood. 11am-10pm. (604) 267-9991 • Wick’s Café 1300 West 73rd Avenue, Vancouver. Paninis, esspresso, bagels, pastries, soup, muffins, cinnamon buns. Mon - Fri: 7am-9pm. Sat. 8am-7pm. Sun. 8am-7pm. (604) 677-6396 MILLER ROAD • Café Runway #109-5000 Miller Road. Breakast, lunch. 6am-5:30pm. (604) 273-1170
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OVER THE BRIDGE(S) • The Boathouse Restaurant 8331 River Rd. Specializing in fresh seafood from the west coast of B.C. & around the world. Ever-changing selection of fresh fish, premium oysters & certified Angus steaks. Dinner, lunch,
quality continental and world cuisine including seafood, pastas & European specialty dishes as well as burgers and sandwiches. Lunch 10:30am-2pm; dinner 5pm-9:30pm. (604) 270-7576 • Coast Vancouver Airport Hotel
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1041 SW Marine Drive
8380 Bridgeport Rd. Lunch, dinner. 11am-10pm (604) 247-0040 5
& dinner, serving a variety of high-
weekend brunch. 11am – 10 pm. • Italian Tomato Restaurant
Mr. Pickwick’s Fish & Chips
White Spot Restaurant—full-service restaurant, breakfast, lunch, dinner, take out. (604) 310 - 7768 Hudson’s Landing Pub – classic pub food, including fish & chips, pizza,
8620 Granville Street, Vancouver
burgers & sandwiches. Open for lunch &
Lunch, dinner, British pub foods & fresh
dinner. 11:30am-12:15pm.
seafood. 11am- 8:30pm. (604) 266-2340
(604) 263-5445
• The Mad Greek
• Comfort Inn Vancouver Airport
7260 Westminster Highway
3031 No. 3 Road
Enjoy a feast worthy of Olympians. Great
Atrium Inn Restaurant & Lounge –
appetizers, famous homemade
breakfast, 6:30am-10:30am
Spanakopita, tempting Souvlakis,
(604) 278-5161
mouthwatering Rack of Lamb,
• Delta Vancouver Airport
seafood—including the best calamari in
3500 Cessna Drive
town, Platters and more. Lunch, dinner.
Elephant & Castle Pub & Restaurant –
Belly dancer Saturday nights. 11:30 am – 10pm. (604) 278-9598
• The Fraser Arms 1450 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver The Fraser Arms Café—enjoy the $2.99 breakfast special every day, starting at 7am weekdays & 8am weekends; lunch served until 2 pm. (604) 261-2499 • Hilton Vancouver Airport 5911 Minoru Blvd Carmichael’s Restaurant: breakfast, lunch, dinner. (604) 232-5000 • Holiday Inn International Vancouver Airport 10720 Cambie Road Fogg n Sudds Restaurant – pub style food with a wide selection of international beers. (604) 273-0776 • Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport 8181 Cambie Road Fresh Restaurant & Lounge-breakfast, lunch, dinner. (604) 279-8181 • River Rock Casino Resort 8811 River Road The Buffet – breakfast 6:30am-10:30am, lunch 11am-2pm, dinner (604) 247-8573 The Buffet at River Rock – 7 mins. by Skytrain to all you can eat buffet, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch or Breakfast $14.95. Newly renovated, The Buffet at River Rock highlights fresh local produce & offers culturally diverse & traditionally inspired dishes with complimentary selected beverages. (604) 247-8900 8 Sandman Signature Hotel 10251 St Edwards Drive Denny’s – breakfast, lunch, dinner. (604) 276-2853 Chop Steak Fish Bar – casual dining. (604) 276-1180 • Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel 7551 Westminster Highway 9 Harold’s Bistro & Bar – breakfast, lunch, dinner. Full menu of contemporary cuisine, wide selection of award-winning B.C. wines, beers on tap and spirits. Open 6:30am-11:00pm. (604) 273-7878 • Travelodge Hotel Vancouver Airport 3071 St Edwards Drive Pantry Restaurant – breakfast, lunch, dinner. (604) 214-0007 • Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel 7571 Westminster Highway The American Grille—American cuisine enhanced with regional flavours. Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Open 6am-10pm. (604) 232-2804 4
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• The Westin Wall Centre, Vancouver Airport 3099 Corvette Way The Apron – minutes away from Vancouver International Airport & nestled on the banks of the Fraser River. The Apron welcomes you to its comfortable, yet elegant, surroundings. Enjoy contemporary Pacific Northwest cuisine in the dining room, or relax with friends in the intimate lounge which offers comfort food into the wee hours. In the morning, refresh yourself with one of the many healthy superfood breakfast choices. Open 7 days a week; Dining room open from 6:30am-10:30pm. Lounge open from 11am-midnight. For reservations, call (604) 238-2105. STEVESTON • Yokohama Teppanyaki Sushi & Steakhouse
Reserve your Oct-Dec Ad Space Now! Office Parties Special Events Group Functions Christmas Reservations Special Feature Deadline: Oct. issue – Sep. 24 Nov. issue – Oct. 22 Dec. issue – Nov. 19 Call Dave Rogers (604) 657-8945 Email: yvrskytalk@gmail.com
140 – 12251 No 1 Road. Authentic Japanese cuisine served at their Teppan Grill, where your dinner is cooked to perfection right before your eyes. Book your party of 4 or more at the special Christmas Party Dinner price of $29.95 per person. Open Mon to Fri 10:00am to 10:00pm. Weekends 11:00am to 9:30pm. (604) 271-8896.
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Hotel Restaurants 6 Bailey’s All-Star Sports Café Your Community Source for Professional Sports. 113-5188 Westminster Hwy. (Between No. 1 & 2 Rd)
7311 Westminster Highway Carver’s Steakhouse & Lounge – dinner. (604) 207-7107 Tivoli’s Restaurant – breakfast, lunch. (604) 278-5555
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(604) 273-1045 • Accent Inns Vancouver Airport 10551 St Edwards Dr
Plenty IHOPofRestaurant: breakfast, lunch, FREE Parking! dinner. (604) 273-3311
Jetside Bar: Level 3 International Departures – offers a selection of appetizers, snacks, and shared food. (604) 248.3281 Globe@YVR: Award-winning signature
• Best Western Abercorn Inn
restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch,
9260 Bridgeport Road
dinner, and featuring a special holiday
• Highlander Restaurant: Open for lunch
menu. (604) 248-3281
OPEN EARLY • CLOSE LATE
September 30, 2010
September 30, 2010
September 30, 2010
M-W 11am – 10pm Th-F 11am – Midnight Sat 9am – Midnight Sun 9am – 10pm
113-5188 Westminster Hwy. (Between No. 1 & 2 Rd.)
Tel: 604-273-1045
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SEPTEMBER
2010
Signature Mazda… Western Canada’s Flagship Store Celebrating Our 10th Anniversary
The World Car of the Year is here!
Come in and see the NewStarting Mazda 2 from $13,995
604.278.3185 www.signaturemazda.com
2 STORES: On-Line and in the Richmond AutoMall