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Vancouver International Airport (YVR) ushered in the Year of the Dreamliner with Japan Airlines’ announcement that it will begin Boeing 787 operations on its daily nonstop service between YVR and Tokyo’s Narita Airport (NRT), beginning Monday, February 3, 2014.

This inaugural will mark the first-ever scheduled arrival of a Boeing 787 Dreamliner to YVR. “Metro Vancouver’s com-

munity of aviation enthusiasts—me included—is thrilled to welcome the Dreamliner to YVR,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “Japan Airlines has connected travellers between Vancouver and Tokyo since 1968. After 45 years of great history and close to 23,000 flights, we are so pleased to celebrate JAL’s next chapter with the latest in aircraft technology.”

With its modern systems, advanced engine technology and unique composite structure, Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner series delivers big-jet range in a mid-size airplane, all while achieving Mach 0.85 speed, unmatched fuel efficiency and improved passenger comfort.

Customers aboard the new aircraft will enjoy a substantial improvement to the in-cabin experience, with wider aisles, larger windows with adjustable

tint, cleaner and more comfortable air, lower cabin altitude and a smoother, quieter ride.

JAL will introduce the 787-8 Dreamliner to the YVRNRT route using a phased approach, beginning with one weekly flight on Mondays and extending to its daily flights by March 2014.

JAL’s Dreamliner service is expected to be followed by additional Boeing 787 announcements, as other YVR

airlines take delivery of its new aircraft and plan routes and service schedules for the balance of 2014.

YVR will work with its airline partners to host official inaugural events, including tours and contests.

Updates on YVR’s Year of the Dreamliner will be shared in SkyTalk, online at yvr.ca, skytalkonline.com and through YVR’s social media channels.

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It’s a new year, with 2014 marking the introduction of All Nippon Airways (ANA) new daily non-stop year-round service between YVR and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) on March 30, 2014.

The new service marks ANA’s first flight to Canada.

ANA’s new flight is expected to generate 356 jobs both at YVR and in B.C.’s hotels, restaurants, shops and tourist attractions, adding to the 1,494 local jobs already created by existing flights to Japan. In total, YVR’s three daily flights to Japan will generate an estimated $64.8-million in wages, $36.1-million in taxes and $99.3-million in added Gross Domestic Product for the province.

“This new service will offer B.C. businesses more options

to reach customers in central Tokyo, but also throughout Japan and Asia thanks to ANA’s strong domestic and international networks,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority.

“ANA’s decision to fly to YVR further strengthens our position as North America’s gateway of choice to the Asia-Pacific region.”

With more than 23,600 people working on Sea Island, YVR is one of British Columbia’s key economic and employment generators.

The new daily service to HND is made possible by recent liberalization to Canada’s air-service agreement with Japan. It will increase YVR’s overall capacity to Tokyo by 30 per cent, complementing existing daily service to Narita

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International Airport (NRT), which is located approximately 60 kilometres from Tokyo’s downtown core. Originally the main international airport for Tokyo until NRT opened in 1978, HND is located just 15 kilometres from Tokyo’s core.

It is the second busiest airport in Asia and the fourth busiest in the world.

“We are very pleased to

announce the launch of longhaul international services from Tokyo to Vancouver,” said Osamu Shinobe, president and CEO, ANA. “Vancouver will be the first destination in Canada for ANA, and we are confident that passenger demand will be high, not only in Japan but in other Asian cities.”

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Taxi service at YVR

More than 500 licensed taxis currently serve Vancouver International Airport (YVR), including wheelchair accessible taxis.

Taxis are a quick and easy way to get to and from YVR and are available 24-hours a day, seven days a week.

Taxis charge a metered rate based on time and distance. The approximate fare to downtown Vancouver ranges from $34 - $36 (taxes included).

No reservations are required for mini-vans or wheelchair accessible taxis. Let the curbside staff know your needs and they will get the right vehicle.

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If you have just arrived and are picking up luggage, you are located in the Domestic Terminal Arrivals, Level 2. Simply make your way outside of the terminal on Level 2 to the taxi stand.

Arriving from the U.S.A. or an international destination and need a taxi?

Once through the customs and immigration process, you’ll enter the International Arrivals Greeting Area. Walk outside the building on the same level and look for the taxi stand.

All taxis that pick up passengers from the airport are fully licensed and all drivers must complete a training course in safe driving, customer service and helping people with special needs.

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Community On Approach: Emon Bari, GM, Bonny’s Taxi In his role as general manager for Bonny’s Taxi, the largest of YVR’s 16 licensed taxi operators, Emon Bari oversees a fleet of more than 80 drivers and taxis serving YVR. For Bari, day-to-day unpredictability is what makes his role interesting. But he recognizes that this same unpredictability can be frustrating for drivers who are waiting to pick up passengers at YVR. That’s what drove him to develop a system to track wait times for cars queued in the taxi holding area to pick up passengers at YVR. Using his background in software development and some basic algorithms, Bari recently

Emon Bari, general manager Bonny’s Taxi, has developed a web-based tool that tracks the average wait time between entry to the YVR holding area and curbside pick-up.

developed a web-based tool that tracks the average wait time between entry to the holding area and curbside pick-up. The first of its kind, this tool is easily avail-

able to drivers through a web link on their smart phones. And because the tool also tracks realtime flight information, drivers can see when to expect an influx

of passengers based on which flights have just landed at the airport.

In turn, this helps ensure that customers will have taxis ready and waiting to deliver them to their destinations of choice.

The information provided by this tool helps drivers make common-sense decisions about their next trip. As YVR taxi operators also work off Sea Island, they may choose to pick up a customer elsewhere if the wait is long.

Conversely, drivers can choose to head to the waiting area when the wait is shorter.

While Bari works for Bonny’s, he recognized that every taxi operator and driver could benefit from the tool and has rolled it out to all 1,500-plus drivers working at YVR. “Accurate information means better decisions made by all drivers, which leads to better service for our customers,” said Bari.

To create a solution that would work well for YVR, Bari and members of YVR’s Commercial Services team travelled to other North American airports, none of which offered a similar system. After three months’ worth of development, the tool was ready to go.

Feedback from drivers has been very positive, who find that the estimated wait times are accurate.

Recently, upgrades worth more than $800,000 were made to the taxi holding area, where drivers can relax and wait for their next trip. New amenities including a renovated lunch room with lots of seating, free WiFi, an outdoor green space and room for food carts and car wash service.

The taxi fleet serving YVR customers is clean and well maintained, with more than 70 per cent of its taxis hybrid vehicles.

People such as Bari work hard to ensure that drivers working at YVR understand the unique needs of its travellers, whether they are international visitors visiting Vancouver for the first time, or regular business travellers on tight schedules.

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For its Vancouver run, ANA will operate a Boeing 767300 with seating capacity for 214 people.

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at YVR at 2:55pm and depart at 4:55pm.

Vancouver e youkoso!

That translates to Welcome to Vancouver!

For more information, visit ana.co.jp/asw/wws/us/e/.

All Nipon Airways (ANA) Boeing 767-300ER. Photo: Toshiro Aoki (jp-spotters.com).

Fast Facts: All Nippon Airways All Nippon Airways (ANA) is Japan largest airline and ranked eighth in the world in terms of passenger volume.

ANA has 33,000 employees and operates about 1,000 flights a day.

Founded in 1952, ANA flies today to 78 domestic and international cities in a fleet of 228 aircraft, serving a network of 163 routes.

In 2010, it carried 43-million passengers and generated revenues of $16-billion.

ANA has been a core member of Star Alliance since 1999 and more than 20-million members belong to its Frequent Flyer Program (ANA Mileage Club).

ANA is the launch customer for the world’s newest and most

advanced passenger aircraft, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

ANA is also renowned for fun and colourful liveries that adorn a number of its aircraft. ANA planes have featured the likes of Woody Woodpecker, Pokemon and even a panda.

Since February 2010, ANA offers women’s only lavatories on international flights.

New jet fuel delivery project moves ahead The B.C. government recently issued an Environmental Assessment Certificate for a proposed new Vancouver Airport jet fuel delivery system, taking an important next step in a project that is considered key to YVR’s continued growth as a global gateway airport and local employer.

Port Metro Vancouver has also just concluded its federal environmental assessment review of the project and determined that it is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects after the implementation of mitigation measures and environmental conditions.

The jet fuel delivery project is led by Vancouver Airport Fuel Facilities Corporation (VAFFC), a consortium of airlines that operate at YVR. Vancouver Airport Authority is confident that VAFFC will continue to focus on environmental safety and supports the significant environmental sustainability and safety mitigation commitments included in the conditional approval.

The new jet fuel delivery project is needed because the existing delivery system is unsustainable.

It consists of deliveries through a 43-year-old, 40-kilometre pipeline from Burnaby supplemented by about 1,000 tanker trucks a month from the U.S. Any growth in fuel demand at YVR will depend on more cross-border fuel truck shipments.

In 2001, VAFFC began studying alternate long-term fuel delivery systems to serve YVR. In all,

14 options were identified and assessed based on the potential economic, environmental, social and regulatory impacts associated with their construction and operation.

In late 2012, the project completed a rigorous four-year coordinated federal and provincial environmental review with the BC Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) responsible for administering the review requirements of the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and the BC Environmental Assessment Act. The proposed project emerged as the preferred option because it best met safety, environmental, technical and economic criteria, and offered long-term reliability of fuel supply to YVR. It would also accommodate a range of vessel sizes due to the deep water conditions at the terminal site.

The new fuel delivery project includes upgrades to an existing marine terminal and development of a fuel receiving facility on industrial zoned land on the north bank of the South Arm of the Fraser River. It will include a 15-kilometre underground pipeline to YVR. The estimated cost of the project is $70-million to $100-million.

More than 23,000 people call YVR their workplace, including almost six per cent of working Richmond residents. The shared success of the YVR community and the City of Richmond depends on a long-term, safe and secure jet fuel delivery system for YVR.

The proposed new jet fuel delivery system will allow YVR to continue to operate the airport for the community’s benefit and

contribute millions to the economy, all while connecting B.C. travellers and businesses to the world.

If you are interested in learning more about this project, please visit VAFFC’s website at vancouverairportfuel.ca.

EVA Air to boost Vancouver-Taiwan service from June 2014 Beginning June 2014, Taiwanese airline EVA Air plans to add a fourth weekly flight on its Taipei Taoyuan-Vancouver route, using its Boeing 747-400 aircraft.

Flights from Taipei will arrive in Vancouver at 7:40pm on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

Departures from Vancouver leave at 2:20am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

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Green Coat volunteers give a gift from the heart Beverley and John Carl of Vancouver are making a gift that comes from the heart, in support of the Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) program at the Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC). It is the couple’s way of showing their gratitude to the first responders who helped to save Beverley’s life almost two years ago.

The JIBC is a dynamic postsecondary institution recognized nationally and internationally for innovative education and research in the areas of justice and public safety. JIBC offers a range of applied and academic programs (certificates, diplomas, and degrees) that span the spectrum of safety—from prevention to response and recovery.

On March 3, 2012, while working the early morning shift as a Green Coat volunteer at YVR with her husband, John, Beverley suffered a massive heart attack.

In January 2013, Beverley underwent surgery to receive an implantable cardioverterdefibrillator to monitor and treat any irregular heartbeats. With the support of John and her healthcare team, Beverley is now able to enjoy short walks, visits to the library, have meals with family and friends and take pleasure in the beauty of her patio garden.

“The quick response and competent actions of the Paramedic Bike Squad [at YVR], followed just as quickly by the Life Support ambulance crew who transported me to Vancouver General Hospital’s Cardiac Cath

Securiguard employees—(left to right) Stuart Drysdale, manager airside safety escort program; Daniel O’Connor, operations coordinator; Greg Conlan, director aviation security.

Securiguard Christmas campaign helps single mother and daughter (Left to right) Green Coat volunteers John and Beverley Carl; Justice Institute of B.C. Primary Care Paramedic students Spencer Wood, Elen Cheatly, Jesse Partridge; program manager Medical Responder Programs, Jodie Marshall.

Lab, certainly saved my life,” said Beverley. “I felt completely confident in the abilities of these trained professionals and let them take over.”

Paramedic bike squad members at YVR are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and are able to provide quick response to all areas of the airport and on-board arriving and departing aircraft.

Beverley and John wanted a way to give back to the paramedicine community. The couple decided that an annual award, in their name, awarded to a deserving student enrolled in JIBC’s PCP program was the right option for them.

The Carls recently visited the JIBC New Westminster campus

to learn more about how their gift will make a difference and personally meet with students and faculty of the PCP program.

Beverley told the students they had picked an extremely rewarding career and would be helping a lot of people.

“We are grateful to Beverley and John for their generous gift in support of the Institute,” said John Chesman, JIBC Foundation Chair. “Through this annual student award, JIBC can ensure that it continues to attract the best and the brightest students to our Primary Care Paramedicine program.”

To find out more about the different ways of making a gift to JIBC, visit jibc.ca.

Christmas 2013 gave YVR Securiguard Team members an opportunity to participate in the spirit of giving.

Securiguard ‘adopted’ a special family in need, whose particulars were provided by the YWCA Single Mother’s Support Group.

Data released by Statistics Canada in 2013 showed an eight per cent increase in single-parent families between 2006 and 2011, of which 20 per cent live below the poverty line and are twice as likely to live in poverty as twoparent families.

Securiguard’s ‘adopted’ family consisted of a 40-year-old single mother and her four-yearold daughter.

Securiguard promoted the need for donations of cash, gifts or non-perishable food items. The focus became “if everyone gave a toonie, we could collectively bring a very special Christmas to our adopted family,” said Greg Conlan, Securiguard’s director, aviation security at YVR. Donors rallied in support of the needy family, providing food items, several hundred dollars in gift cards and numerous gifts for

both mother and daughter.

Contributors to the cause received a ticket for door prize draws at a Securiguard open house, held on December 19 in its offices in the Domestic Terminal, Level 1.

“I was told that the mom planned on buying a bed for her daughter who has been sleeping on the floor,” said Conlan. “When the hamper was delivered to the sponsored family there wasn’t a dry eye in the home.”

For more information on the YWCA Single Mothers’ Support Services, visit ywcavan.org.

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Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner makes international debut in New Zealand

from Seattle’s Boeing Field to Auckland International Airport, departing at 9:55am local time and landing some 13 hours, 49 minutes later.

The 787-9 will complement and extend the 787 family. With its fuselage stretched by six metres over the 787-8, the 787-9 will fly up to 40 more passengers

an additional 555 kilometres with the same environmental performance—20 per cent less fuel use and 20 per cent fewer emissions than similarly sized aircraft.

The 787-9 leverages the design of the 787-8, offering passengers features such as large windows, large stow bins, modern LED lighting, higher humid-

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Boeing workers approve contract to secure assembly of new 777X

The second of three 787-9s dedicated to the flight-test program, ZB002 flew direct from Seattle’s Boeing Field to Auckland International Airport, landing some 13 hours, 49 minutes later.

Earlier this month, Boeing flew the 787-9 Dreamliner to Auckland, home of launch customer Air New Zealand, marking the 787-9’s international debut and longest flight since the robust test program began.

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ity, a lower cabin altitude, cleaner air and a smoother ride.

Boeing is on track to deliver the 787-9 to launch customer Air New Zealand in mid-2014.

Twenty-six customers from around the world have ordered 402 787-9s, accounting for 39 per cent of all 787 orders.

Machinists at Boeing’s Seattle location have approved a labour contract that gives up some pension benefits in order to secure assembly of the company’s new 777X aircraft.

Under the terms of the eightyear contract extension, the 777X and its composite wing will be built in the Puget Sound area by Boeing employees, represented by the International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers District 751IAM. This work includes fuselage build, final assembly and major components fabrication such as interiors and wires.

The vote approving the eightyear contract was 51 per cent to 49 per cent.

“Thanks to this vote by our employees, the future of Boeing

in the Puget Sound region has never looked brighter,” said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Ray Conner.

“We’re proud to say that together, we’ll build the world’s next great airplane—the 777X and its new wing—right here. This will put our workforce on the cutting edge of composite technology, while sustaining thousands of local jobs for years to come.”

Had the workers rejected the offer, Boeing would have considered making the successor to the 777 widebody jet elsewhere and had received offers from 22 U.S. states interested in hosting the new factory.

Production of the 777X is scheduled to begin in 2017 and first delivery is targeted for 2020.

The modern airplane creates a new geographical dimension.

A navigable ocean of air blankets the whole surface of the globe.

There are no distant places any longer: the world is small and the world is one.

— WENDELL WILLKIE,

U.S. REPUBLICAN PARTY NOMINEE FOR U.S. PRESIDENT IN 1940.

Air Canada to renew fleet with Boeing 737 MAX begin in 2017 with 2 aircraft, 16 aircraft in 2018, 18 aircraft in 2019, 16 aircraft in 2020 and 9 aircraft in 2021.

Air Canada continues to evaluate the potential replacement of its Embraer E190 fleet with more cost efficient, larger narrowbody aircraft that are better suited to its current and future network strategy.

Consistent with this strategy, the agreement with Boeing provides for Boeing to purchase up to 20 of the 45 Embraer E190 aircraft currently in Air Canada’s fleet.

The E190 aircraft exiting the fleet will be initially replaced with larger narrowbody leased aircraft until the airline takes delivery of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

Air Canada will be review-

ing various options over the next six months for the remaining 25 Embraer E190 aircraft including continuing to operate them or replacing them with a yet to be determined number of aircraft in the 100- to 150-seat range.

Air Canada’s plan is for its total fleet including Air Canada rouge, excluding aircraft flown by its contracted regional carriers, to grow from 192 aircraft as at September 30, 2013 to approximately 214 by the end of 2019.

Additionally, for further growth flexibility, Air Canada has options to purchase 10 Boeing 787 aircraft, rights to purchase 13 Boeing 777 aircraft as well as the 18 options and 30 purchase rights for Boeing MAX aircraft.

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Air Canada’s mainline narrowbody fleet renewal plan will include commitments, options and rights to purchase up to 109 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

The new aircraft will replace Air Canada’s existing mainline fleet of Airbus narrowbody aircraft, creating one of the world’s youngest, most fuel efficient and simplified airline fleets.

The agreement with Boeing, which is subject to completion of final documentation and other conditions, includes firm orders for 33 737 MAX 8 and 28 737 MAX 9 aircraft with substitution rights between them as well as for the 737 MAX 7 aircraft. It also provides for options for 18 aircraft and rights to purchase an additional 30.

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IATA raises airline profits forecasts for 2013 and 2014

Air Transat A310-308—the airline’s fleet of Airbus wide-body jets carries some three-million passengers each year to nearly 60 destinations in 25 countries.

Air Transat becomes even greener Air Transat, which was certified the world’s first green airline in 2011, has reached another milestone.

In another first, the airline has achieved the second level Minimization award in the Fly360-Green Certification Program, a benchmark for high performing airlines and aircraft operators.

Developed by the World G r e e n Av i a t i o n C o u n c i l (WorldGAC), Fly-360-Green is a point-based performance rating system where points are earned for business attributes considered environmentally beneficial in eight key areas:

Engineering, Ground Operations, Flight Planning/Dispatch, Flight Operations, Greening on Board, Corporate Environmental Practices, Corporate Policies and Strategic Planning.

Airlines and aircraft operators can qualify for one of the four certification levels: Participation, Minimization, Efficiency, and Neutrality.

Fly-360-Green differs from other rating systems in that it has quantified most of the green credits. This ensures airlines are environmentally compatible, retain high quality standards and are financially sound.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has raised its forecast for 2013 airline profits by 10 per cent to $12.9-billion and predicts passenger numbers will top three billion for the first time.

Both were improvements on IATA’s September 2013 forecast, which anticipated an industry net profit of $11.7-billion in 2013.

The upward revision reflects lower jet fuel prices over the forecast period as well as improvements to the airline industry’s structure and efficiency.

IATA expects 2014 to be a second consecutive year of strengthening profitability, with an anticipated $19.7-billion profit on projected revenues of $743 billion—the largest absolute profit for the airline industry.

North American airlines are expected to post a $5.8-billion profit in 2013, increasing to $8.3-billion in 2014.

In both years, North American carriers will outperform the aggregate industry to deliver both the highest absolute profits and the strongest margins—4.8 per cent in 2013 and 6.4 per cent in 2014.

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“Overall, the industry’s fortunes are moving in the right direction,” said Tony Tyler, IATA’s director general and CEO. “Jet fuel prices remain high, but below their 2012 peak. Passenger demand is expanding in the five to six per cent range—in line with the historical trend. Efficiencies gained through mergers and joint ventures are delivering value to both passengers and shareholders. And product innovations are growing ancillary revenues.”

Without ancillary revenues from services such as lounge access, priority lanes at airports and pre-approved cabin baggage, the industry would be making a loss from its core seat and cargo products. Worldwide ancillary revenues have risen to an estimated $13 per passenger, more than double that of the average $5.94 per passenger profit that airlines are expected to earn in 2014.

While passenger demand is predicted to be robust, cargo demand remains largely stagnant.

Cargo demand has suffered from a rise in protectionist measures by governments aiming to stimulate domestic economies, as well as a rise in costs in formerly low-labour cost manufacturing countries, discouraging companies from moving its operations abroad.

Airlines are expected to carry

Tony Tyler, IATA director general and CEO.

52.5-million tonnes of cargo in 2014 compared with 51.6-million tonnes in 2013. This modest increase in demand is expected to be offset by a decline in yields (-2.1 per cent in 2014).

“We must temper our optimism with an appropriate dose of caution,” said Tyler. “It’s a tough environment in which to run an airline. Competition is intense and yields are deteriorating.

Cargo volumes haven’t grown since 2010 and cargo revenues are back at 2007 levels.”

The slow cargo market is

likely to affect profits of AsiaPacific carriers, which have 40 per cent of the global cargo market.

“In 2014, we will mark 100 years since the first scheduled commercial air service was inaugurated,” said Tyler. “Over aviation’s first century, our world has changed for the better in many ways. The industry evolved into a powerful draft horse connecting people and growing economies.

Governments should keep this in mind when developing policies or deciding taxes.”

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By the pharmacists at Pharmasave

(Left to right) David Nimi, pharmacist; Faizah Muniff, technician; and Richard Wilson, pharmacist; are located at Pharmasave in the Domestic Terminal, Level 1.

Protect yourself against the flu, get a vaccine

Differences between influenza and the common cold Both influenza and the common cold are viral respiratory infections, affecting the nose, throat and lungs. Viruses are spread from person to person through airborne droplets that are sneezed out or coughed up by an infected person. In some cases, the viruses can be spread when a person touches infected surfaces and then touches their nose, mouth, or eyes. As such, these illnesses are most easily spread in crowded conditions.

Influenza is commonly

referred to as “the flu.” There are three types of influenza viruses: A, B, and C. Type A influenza causes the most serious problems in humans.

There are more than 200 known cold viruses, but most are caused by rhinoviruses. In Canada, the peak times for colds are at the start of school in the fall, in mid-winter and again in early spring. Children catch approximately eight colds per year, adults catch roughly four per year, and seniors about two per year.

Many people confuse the flu with a bad cold. The following table highlights the differences between influenza and the common cold: Symptom

Flu

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Usually present, high (38 degrees C to 41 degrees C); lasts 3 to 4 days

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Slight

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Headache Aches and pains Canada’s National Advisory Committee on Immunization advises all Canadians over the age of six months to get a flu shot. That’s because vaccination is one of the most effective preventive measures against the flu. And with the shot in the arm that a vaccine can give, you’re less likely to be one of the 20,000 hospitalizations or 4,000 deaths blamed on the flu each year.

If you are still considering whether you should be vaccinated, perhaps answers to the following questions might make your decision easier.

Should I be vaccinated against the flu this year?

Probably yes—unless you happen to be six months of age or younger, are allergic to chicken eggs (the vaccine is grown in eggs), or have had severe reactions to the vaccination in the past. If none of those apply, you should definitely be vaccinated if you fall into the following risk categories: • young children between 6 and 59 months of age • people who are 65 or older • pregnant women • anyone with chronic diseases such as heart or lung disease, kidney disease, diabetes, anemia, cancer, or HIV or other immune-suppression diseases • those who live in a nursing home or care facility • caregivers and health care

workers • those at high risk of complications who travel to areas where flu virus is circulating Does the flu vaccine really work?

About 70 per cent to 90 per cent of healthy people who get a flu shot will be protected from the virus. Those who still get the flu usually get milder symptoms.

After being injected with the vaccine, it can take a couple of weeks to take effect. If you catch a flu virus in that wait period, you won’t be protected.

When should I get vaccinated?

You could get a flu shot at any time during flu season between November and April. But because of the time needed for the vaccine to take effect, you should get the vaccination early before the peak infection time.

How much will I have to pay for a flu shot?

Most Canadian provinces and territories offer all their resi-

dents aged six months or older free vaccines. Check with your doctor to determine whether you are eligible for a free flu shot. In most doctors’ offices and clinics, flu shots will range in cost from $10 to $25. With no appointment required, the Vancouver Airport Medical Clinic, located in the Domestic Terminal, Level 1, is able to meet all health care needs including administering flu shots for those on the fly.

Is there any risk involved in getting a flu shot?

The benefits of prevention outweigh the risks with a flu shot.

Rarely, people will experience allergic reaction. More often, there will be no side effects or minor effects such as soreness, redness, or swelling at the spot where the shot was given.

Contrary to myth, a flu shot cannot cause the flu, since it does not contain any live virus.

Will I need to be vaccinated against new strains of flu, like the H1N1 virus?

Flu shot requirements change every year. To help protect yourself against new flu strains, it is important to get re-vaccinated every year. For example, during the flu season of 2009, Canadians faced a double or even triple shot of protection—one or two shots to combat the new H1N1 flu virus and one to address the usual strains of seasonal flu).

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is encouraging people to arm themselves against this year’s flu season by getting vaccinated.

“Influenza is highly contagious and can cause serious complications for the very young, the elderly, and those with underlying health conditions,” said Medical Health Officer Dr. Meena Dawar.

“You can spread influenza for up to 24 hours before you have any symptoms, so you can pass the flu on to your family and friends before you even know you are sick. Getting the flu shot is the best way to prevent catching the flu or passing it on.”

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The Canadian Airports Council (CAC) is urging the federal government to take a “light touch” approach to its proposed electronic travel authorization (eTA) requirement, under which millions of visitors to Canada would have to successfully apply before arriving to Canada by air.

Under the new rules, all foreign nationals travelling from visa exempt countries, other than citizens of the United States, would be required to obtain an eTA prior to travelling to Canada.

Visitors would apply through the Citizenship and Immigration website by entering biographic details, passport and background information — the kind of data now requested by officers at Canadian entry ports or in a visa application.

An electronic system would verify the information against immigration and enforcement databases and conduct a risk assessment of the applicant.

Those not approved by the electronic system would be referred to an officer for further

examination and a decision.

“Canada’s airports appreciate the security role that the eTA can provide,” said CAC president Daniel-Robert Gooch.

“Nevertheless, we want to ensure that the eTA not add an undue burden and cost for visitors to Canada. On the upside, we hope to see eTA considered as an alternative to a full-fledged visa for some lower risk countries.”

Countries affected by the proposed eTA requirement represent the biggest source of foreign tourists and markets for Canadian exports. The top 10 of these countries delivered 2.6-million visitors to Canada in 2012, representing approximately 56 per cent of all non-U.S. international visitors. Considering each longhaul visitor spends an average of $1,600 a trip, this adds up to about $4-billion in spending.

Countries whose residents currently require a visa are among Canada’s fastest growing trading partners and sources for tourists. Brazil, China, India and Mexico alone brought nearly

700,000 visitors to Canada in 2012. The CAC acknowledges that the potential to expand tourism from these growing economies is significant and use of an eTA instead of a visa, when appropriate, could greatly help Canada grow this business.

“A more nimble system for the entry of foreign nationals to Canada will help facilitate international trade and the long-term prosperity of Canada’s tourism sector,” said Gooch.

“International direct and connecting traffic are important and growing businesses for Canada’s aviation sector. More foreign travellers flying to and through Canada mean new routes and more capacity and greater competition on existing routes.”

The CAC’s 46 members represent more than 120 airports, including all of the privately operated National Airports System (NAS) airports and many municipal airports across Canada.

Canada re-opens parent and grandparent immigration program Over the first six months of 2013, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) admitted 45,000 permanent residents to Canada in the Family Class (FC). This represented an increase of 40 per cent over the first six months of 2012.

The increase has been attributed by CIC to a doubling of admissions in the Parent and Grandparent (PGP) category over that time period.

Canada has one of the most

generous family reunification programs in the world, but growing backlogs in the PGP program meant families could expect to wait eight years or more to bring their loved ones from overseas.

A pause on new applications, combined with high admission levels was instituted to help reduce the backlog.

The PGP program has now re-opened, with new qualifying criterion that includes increased financial responsibility of spon-

sors to ensure they have the means to support hose they sponsor.

Five thousand new applications will be accepted in 2014 to further reduce the remaining backlog and improve wait times for families.

Application forms, guides and information on how to apply to the new PGP program are available online at cic.gc.ca.

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(Left to right) Mary Kemmis, publisher Richmond Review; Wayne Duzita, associate vice president Western Region, Aeroterm; Gary Eng, general manager Summit Customs Brokers; and Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie were joined by a special guest.

Last month, the annual Rubina Hope for Kids Christmas Dine and Dance fundraiser, which raises money for local children in need, took place at Richmond’s Continental Seafood Restaurant.

While the majority of the 250 guests were from the YVR and Sea Island community, the popular event also attracted attendees from as far away as Hope and Squamish.

Following the delicious 10-course dinner, the crowd danced to live music, presented

by Summit Customs Brokers and performed by R&B Allstars and Wager.

“I wanted to raise $5,000 for local charities,” said Gary Eng, event organizer and Richmond Christmas Fund roundtable member.

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More than $7,000 was raised through ticket sales, a raffle and a 50/50 draw.

To the delight of the crowd, a special appearance by Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie included his performance of two songs on the trombone with the R&B Allstars band.

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Santa took time off from his December activities to ensure that as much money as possible was raised for local charities.

in 2005 in memory of Rubina Wong, who passed away during the Southeast Asia tsunami. The initial goal to raise funds to build a daycare in Thailand was achieved and the organization now helps local kids in need.

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Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie demonstrated his musical ability as he performed two songs with the R&B Allstars band.

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The Board of the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC), Canada’s national tourism marketing organization, has announced the appointment of Greg Klassen, CTC senior vicepresident, marketing strategy and communications, as its interim president and CEO. The nomination follows the successful 10-year tenure of Michele McKenzie, who announced her departure in fall 2013.

Klassen has been with CTC since 2001 and in the role of vicepresident and senior vice-president of marketing since 2005.

“Greg’s deep knowledge of CTC’s business and his strong relationships with the Canadian and international tourism industry make him ideally placed to assume the interim leadership of the CTC,” said Steve Allan, chair of CTC’s Board of Directors.

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The federal government, working alongside CTC’s Board of Directors, has begun the process of finding CTC’s next permanent president and CEO (the position is appointed by Governor in Council).

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Richmond Council provides financial commitments for more affordable new housing units More than 100 subsidized rental housing units and programmed support for vulnerable individuals, families and seniors are one step closer to being constructed in Richmond, after City Council approved a financial contribution of $19.8-million towards the project at a Special Council Meeting on December 17, 2013.

The funding comes from current and future developer-paid funds, which are collected as part of the City’s development approval process and placed into the City’s Affordable Housing Reserve Fund strictly for this purpose.

In addition to the funding, the City is prepared to lease the City-owned site to non-profit housing providers at a nominal rate. The estimated land value of the site is $6.5-million.

The new development will be located on a City-owned site at 8111 Granville Avenue/8080 Anderson Road and offer affordable rental housing units as well as community amenity space. It is expected to be completed by spring 2016.

“Council has made it a top priority to address the affordable housing issues that challenge the livability of our community and region,” said Richmond Mayor

Malcolm Brodie. “Given limited availability of other funding sources, subsidized housing is difficult to build and operate— innovative partnerships are required for projects to succeed.”

The City jointly announced with BC Housing in April 2012, the selection of five non-profit societies to develop the Cityowned property.

Council has also approved disbursement of $11.7-million of a maximum $20.8-million commitment towards the cost of construction of 296 senior affordable housing units in two 15-storey buildings located at 6251 Minoru Boulevard.

Again, this money comes from current and future developer funding to the City’s Affordable Housing Reserve Fund.

During the project’s ground-breaking event held on April 3, 2013, the City; the B.C. Government through BC Housing; Kiwanis and the developer, Polygon Homes, expressed the importance of the partnership of government, the private sector and community organizations to make the project possible.

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World’s largest vinyl record visible on approach to LAX Throughout the month of January, passengers arriving on flights at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) should have their cameras ready for a record-breaking photo-op.

The roof of the iconic venue, the Forum, has been turned into the world’s largest vinyl album, an enormous tribute to the biggest band to ever come out of Southern California, the Eagles.

The band’s mega-hit Hotel California, at more than 121 metres across, will be spinning on top of the venue all month, including the Eagles’ six concerts kicking off the opening celebration of the venue (January 15, 17, 18, 22, 24 and 25, 2014).

Since New Year’s Day, visitors on the 1,700-plus daily flights to the nation’s third busi-

est airport have seen the massive record, as the Forum in Inglewood is directly under the arrival flight path.

From concept to completion in just 45 days, here’s what it took to build the largest vinyl record.

• 23,225 square metres of printed vinyl (or nearly 4½ football fields) • 22,680 kilograms of materials • 20,000 total man-hours to design and build • 15,000 LEDs for lighting • 1-1/2 metres of aluminum truss • 5,000 nuts and bolts • 75 crew members working every day through the Christmas holiday • 13 engineers required to complete approved drawings • 10 semi trailers needed to deliver all materials

Finished product • Built in just 10 days • More than 121 metres in diameter • Spins at 27 kilometres per hour • Wind resistant (up to 128 kilometres per hour) • Clearly seen by hundreds of thousands of arriving passengers at LAX • Visible from more than 1.6-kilometres high The Forum venue, which is in the final stages of a $100-million renovation, will reopen on January 15 with the Eagles’ “History of the Eagles” tour performances. For more information, visit the band’s website at eaglesband.com.

For information on flights from YVR to LAX, visit yvr.ca.

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This month, the world’s largest vinyl album is spinning on top the Forum in L.A. as a tribute to the Eagles upcoming concerts at the venue.

From Chihuly to Cartier, Denver plans to sparkle in 2014 Known as the Mile High City, Denver, Colorado, will host a dazzling array of international art shows, one-of-a-kind exhibits and premiere sporting events this year.

If you have not been to Denver, here are 10 reasons to visit in 2014.

1. Chihuly at the Denver Botanic Gardens, (June 13-November 30). The works of Dale Chihuly, one of the world’s most acclaimed sculptors, will take on new beauty when they are displayed in the lush setting of the 24-acre Denver Botanic Gardens.

2. Brilliant: Cartier in the 20th Century (opening Nov. 16).

This worldwide-exclusive exhibition at the Denver Art Museum will include an astonishing assortment of jewellery, timepieces and precious objects from the Cartier collection.

3. Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed, (February 14 – August 24). The largest exhibition about the ancient Maya ever to be displayed in the U.S. will be staged in the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. The exhibit includes never-before-seen artifacts, hands-on activities and immersive walk-in environments 4 . Wo r l d L a c ro s s e Championship, (July 10-19).

This marks the first time the United States has hosted this world championship since 1998 and promises to be a once-in-alifetime experience for lacrosse fans around the globe. Great family entertainment is planned at an International Village at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.

5. The 9,000-seat Red Rocks

Geographic have selected Rocky Mountain National Park as one of the Top 20 Places to Visit in 2014. Located just a little over an hour from Denver, this 100-yearold national park contains 1,036 square kilometres of unspoiled scenic beauty.

9. Oh Heck Yeah, (June 7-July 26). Downtown Denver’s Champa Street will be transformed into an immersive twoThe Chihuly Garden and Glass museum in the Seattle Center showcases the studio glass of Dale Chihuly, one of the world’s most acclaimed sculptors. Some of Chihuly’s elegant blown-glass sculptures—ranging in size from small water floats to large vertical installations—will add bold colours to Denver’s Botanic Gardens this year.

outdoor amphitheatre concert venue will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Beatles 1964 performance at the venue—the first time a rock group had performed there and the only concert on the Beatles 1964 tour to not sell out, in part because of local outrage over the high priced, $6.60 tickets. Dates to be announced.

6. Denver’s Union Station is undergoing a massive restoration and redevelopment that will transform it in July 2014 into a transportation, dining, shopping and entertainment hub, all centered around a new 112-room hotel.

7. Coors Field, home to the Colorado Rockies, is being redeveloped to create the largest rooftop deck, bar and terrace in any sports stadium in America. Set to open in April 2014, the twostorey area can hold up to 4,500 fans. Called The Rooftop, the new deck will offer the best views in the stadium, with a long ter-

race overlooking the ballpark, as well as downtown Denver and the majestic, snow-capped Rocky Mountains.

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block-long outdoor arcade game during this one-of-a-kind event.

The interactive games will be played on huge LED screens, projections on the sides of buildings and in custom art installations.

Visitors can play the games on smart phones or by using their bodies.

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when the nation’s top-ranked cowboys and cowgirls ride into town for the Rodeo All-Star Weekend at the National Western Complex. Steer wrestling, calf roping, and bull riding, are just some of the events, which also include live music and a fashion show.

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If the price drops after the booking is made, Sunquest will refund the difference between the higher and lower rates to a maximum of $400 per adult and up to 50 per cent of the adult difference per child, to a per room maximum of $1,000.

The lower priced booking, including taxes, must be at least $50 less than the original price per person in order to qualify for the refund.

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The Price Drop Guarantee is not applicable to cruise, USA destinations, Sandals, Beaches, Grand Pineapple Resorts, group bookings or cruises.

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First Class Champagne Salon 2002 service on JAL’s international routes Last month, JAL began service of Champagne Salon 2002 in First Class on its international routes, months in advance of the champagne’s global distribution date planned for April 2014.

JAL has provided Champagne Salon in its First Class since December 2007 and is the only airline in the world to serve

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this legendary champagne in its flights.

Champagne Salon is a product of the House of Salon established at the beginning of 20th century.

The champagne is only produced in years when the harvest is considered by the House of Salon to be of high enough quality.

It is only released for consumption once it has reached full maturity, usually on average 10 years after the grapes were first harvested.

In more than a century of production only 37 vintages have been released for general consumption.

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Trail-blazing aviation pioneers Dan McIvor: 1911-2005 McIvor is one of the colourful characters who made a major contribution to British Columbia’s aviation development.

McIvor got his start in the aviation world as a pilot in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II. After the war, he flew for a number of airlines including Filby and Smith out of Penticton, Queen Charlotte Airlines, Pacific Western Airlines and executive aircraft for MacMillan Bloedel.

McIvor is credited with being in the forefront of water bombing as a means of combating forest fires, acquiring a number of massive Mars bombers from the U.S., flying them to B.C. and having them converted to water bombers.

This led to several other companies using water bombers to fight forest fires, a method especially suitable for B.C., with its many forested mountain ranges accessible only by air.

In 2003, he was made a Member of the Order of Canada.

He was also inducted into the British Columbia and Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame for his work on the Mars conversion.

Jim Spilsbury: 1905-2003 Spilsbury got into the aviation business in 1943 with partner Him Hepburn and their WACO airplane. The duo convinced a few investors to back their fledging Queen Charlotte Airlines, which soon became known as an airline that could get in and out of

every nook and cranny on B.C.’s rugged coast.

In true pioneer fashion, Spilsbury predated the air ambulance service, flying mercy missions up and down the coast and hauling injured loggers, miners and fishermen to hospitals. In one five-month stretch in 1946, his crews hauled 100 workers out of the bush and mine camps.

Spilsbury later recounted in his book The Accidental Airline, his struggle to keep control of Queen Charlotte Airlines before losing out to a takeover bid by Pacific Western Airlines.

After the takeover of Queen Charlotte Airlines, Spilsbury returned to his first love, radio communications. In 1955, he set

A.J. (Jim) Spilsbury founded Queen Charlotte Airlines, which became Canada’s third largest airline in 1949.

up Spilsbury Communications and ran it until 1981, when --at 76 years old--he sold the company and retired.

His lifetime of achievements was recognized with numer-

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Fernando ‘Ferdie’ Vachon: 1912-2005 Born in Quebec in 1912, Vachon was the 16th of 17 children. Brothers, Pete, Romeo and Donat also went into aviation.

Romeo and Donat worked for Montreal-based Curtis Reid, where 19-year-old Ferdie landed a job as a welder trainee.

After two years, Ferdie was transferred to Canadian Airway in Edmonton, Alberta.

From 1938 to 1940, he flew up and down the Arctic coast, servicing mining companies that were exploring the northern area.

During World War II, Vachon was sent to Three Rivers, Quebec, to jump start the #11 Elementary Flying Training School. While there, he was responsible for training hundreds of pilots and keeping 92 aircraft aloft. He used his ingenuity to keep the school operational during the spring when warm weather turned the landing strip into mud. Vachon fitted skis to the landing gear of the planes and devised a dolly system that could be operated by a single person to manage takeThe desire to fly is an idea handed down to us by our ancestors who, in their grueling travels across trackless lands in prehistoric times, looked enviously on the birds soaring freely through space, at full speed, above all obstacles, on the infinite highway of the air.

— WILBUR WRIGHT

offs and landings on an adjacent, still-frozen lake.

In November 1948, Vachon was hired by CP Air and was sent to Vancouver to start its operations there. The airline was only three years old and headquartered in the old Boeing plant.

“Boeing had pulled out of Vancouver a few years before and when we went to open the hangar gates, they were rusted shut,” Vachon recalled. “I had to use a tractor to open them and I was greeted by a big rat once the gates were opened.”

At CP Air, it was customary for the company to make donations to Vancouver General Hospital for the purchase of equipment. CP Air founder, Grant McConachie, suggested that Vachon and some of the other aircraft technicians build something for the hospital and it was determined that a dialysis machine was most needed.

Vachon and his team devised and built the first dialysis machine west of Toronto. The equipment served 28 beds and was in operation for 18 years.

Vachon remained at CP Air until he reached retirement age in 1979. Retirement for Vachon meant a career change to that of aviation instructor at the Pacific Vocational Institute.

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Mazda takes three awards Every year the top automotive journalists from all across Canada gather for a four-day new vehicle evaluation of more than 180 models.

Their purpose? To select the best new vehicles in various categories, as well as an overall Car of the Year and Utility Vehicle of the Year.

A Best New Technology award and the Best New Design award are also chosen.

The evaluation of the vehicles is based on “real-world” back-to-back testing so that the results have relevance for consumers.

In other words, the rigorous testing program includes “real world” driving on public roads—exactly where consumers drive—so that the test and vote results are relevant to potential car and truck buyers.

Every member of a test team compares each vehicle in its class, back-to-back, on the same roads, under the same

conditions to ensure objective evaluation.

Team members use a detailed rating form, comprising 21 separate evaluation parameters that include acceleration, braking, vehicle dynamics, manoeuvrability, even off-road capability, where applicable. Each parameter is rated using a prescribed 0 – 10 rating scale.

Every detail, from safety features to cargo capacity, is thoroughly scrutinized, discussed, and individually rated by secret ballot.

Those ballots are then tabulated by the international accounting firm KPMG. The results are kept confidential— even from AJAC—until the category and overall winners are announced.

SMALL CAR UNDER $21k: Winner: Mazda3.

Competed against: Nissan Versa Note; Toyota Corolla 1.8.

SMALL CAR OVER

$21k: Winner: Mazda3 Sport. Competed against: Ford Fiesta ST; Kia Forte Sedan.

FAMILY CAR UNDER $30k: Winner: Kia Soul.

Competed against: Kia Ronda; Fiat 500L. FAMILY CAR OVER $30k: Winner: Mazda 6.

Competed against: Honda Accord Hybrid; Chevrolet Impala LTZ. LUXURY CAR UNDER $50k: Winner: Lexus IS 350 RWD. Competed against: Mercedes-Benz CLA 250; Kia Cadenza.

LUXURY CAR OVER $50k: Winner: Infiniti Q50 Hybrid. Competed against Cadillac CTS; Acura RLX. SPORTS/PERFORMANCE OVER $50k: Winner: Chevrolet Corvette Stingray. Competed against: BMW 4 Series Coupe; Porsche Cayman.

PRESTIGE OVER $50k: Winner: Mercedes-Benz

S Class. Competed against: Cadillac XTS; Jaguar XJR. SUV/CUV UNDER $35k: Winner: Jeep Cherokee.

Competed against: Subaru Forester XT Touring; Toyota RAV4 AWD Limited.

SUV/CUV $35k-$60k: Winner: Kia Sorento.

Competed against Santa Fe XL; Mercedes-Benz GLK 250 BlueTEC 4Matic.

SUV/CUV OVER $60k: Wi n n e r : A c u r a M D X .

Competed against BMW X5; Mercedes-Benz GL 350 BlueTEC 4Matic.

PICKUP: Winner: GMC Sierra. Competed against: Chevy Silverado; Dodge Ram. These dozen winners now will vie to become 2014 Car of the Year or 2014 Utility Vehicle of the Year. Winners will be announced at Toronto’s Canadian International Auto Show in February 2014.

For more details, visit ajac.ca.

Sports/Performance Over $50K: 2014 Chevrolet Stingray Coupe, starting at $51,000.

SUV/CUV Over $60K: 2014 Acura MDX, starting at $49,990.

Small Car Over $21K: 2014 Mazda3 Sport, starting at $16,995.

Family Car Under $30K: 2014 KIA Soul, starting at $18,660.

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Repairing a 1998 Audi A4 Quattro to like new

Auto Repair and Maintenance

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2010 GMC W4500 fuel filter replacement

Fuel filter replacement is part of the annual maintenance service on this 2010 GMC W4500.

Although this truck had only driven a few thousand kilometres since its maintenance service in 2012, some interesting particles were discovered in its fuel filter— particles and debris that could have easily created serious driveability problems at any moment.

While fuel filter replacement on gasoline engines has become an obsolete service for most vehicles built in the last 10 to 15 years, it is still very much needed on diesel engines.

Diesel fuel can be unstable, breaking down and creating particulates and sludge. As a result, it is recommended that fuel filters be replaced on an annual basis in most diesel-powered vehicles.

The GMC W4500 Forward is a great truck, but it is a GMC by badging only—the truck is made

by Isuzu.

Since the late 1980s, these medium-sized trucks have been

Fuel filter from the 2010 GMC W4500 diesel—note the black sludge and particles on the filter and in the strainer.

visible on the streets of British Columbia. They are very well built trucks that last a long time, are highly reliable, relatively inexpensive to service and, due to their flip cab design, are easy to work on.

GM and Isuzu’s relationship ended in 2008 and these trucks are now only available through Isuzu.

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The repair on this 1998 Audi A4 Quattro—2.8-litre V6 engine—took the better part of a week.

The Audi’s owner cited numerous concerns when it was brought to the shop: the engine would not idle, the battery was dead, the air conditioning had stopped working a couple of months ago and there was smoke coming out of the hood accompanied by a burning smell.

Our first steps were diagnostics on the inability to idle and a comprehensive inspection.

We quickly found serious engine oil leaks, which led to an oil leak diagnosis.

The lack of function on the air conditioning system and the burning smell were caused by a melted air conditioner compressor clutch.

Oil leaks were coming from valve cover gaskets, rear cam plugs and timing chain tensioner gaskets.

Our comprehensive inspection found the battery only needing a good recharge.

We found the brakes, steering and suspension in good order, but one wheel bearing was worn and both front outer CV boots were

1998 Audi A4 Quattro V6.

Some of the parts that were replaced on this Audi A4—valve cover gaskets, wheel bearing, coolant hose, camshaft plug, timing chain tensioner gasket, CV boot, A/C compressor.

torn open.

After extensive repairs, the Audi A4 was back in good shape: the under hood smoke had stopped, the air conditioner blew cold and the engine idled smoothly. A few burned-out bulbs were changed, along with streaky wipers and dirty engine oil.

The car now runs like new and should be good for many more kilometres.

While Audis were once rather quirky cars, they became more mainstream in usage with the introduction of the A4 in the late 1990s. While not trouble-free, these cars have proven to be very reliable and durable.

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Neighbourhood Restaurant Guide Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner • White Spot: Burgers, fresh salads, pastas, rice bowls, stir-fries, entrées from the grill and desserts – Departures Level 3 • Wok ‘N Roll: Chinese & Japanese cuisine – Departures Level 3

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INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL (Before Security) • Hanami Japanese Restaurant: Dim Sum & Japanese cuisine – Departures Level 3 • Koho Restaurant & Bar: Casual dining – Departures Level 3 • Galiano Bakery & Café: Breakfast, sandwiches & pastries – Departures Level 3 • Burger King: Breakfast, burgers, salads – Arrivals Level 2 and Departures Level 3 • Flying Wedge Pizza: Pizza, salads and soups – Departures Level 3 • Fortune Wok: Asian cuisine – Departures Level 3

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• Tim Hortons: Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, soup – Arrivals Level 2 • Toshi Teppanyaki: Japanese cuisine – Departures Level 3 Airport South • The Flying Beaver Bar & Grill 4760 Inglis Drive. Located on the water, inside Harbour Air Seaplanes Terminal, near Vancouver Airport South. Incredible location, great food, good service & good value. Open seven days per week 11am to midnight, weekend breakfast from 9am.

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2 The Sideslip Café #100-5360 Airport Road South. 1 Located at Esso Avitat. Open 6am-10:30am for breakfast and until 3pm for lunch. Serving homemade soups, sandwiches and paninis and daily specials. Fresh baked pastries, organic tea and coffee. Also serving

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DOMESTIC TERMINAL (Before Security) • Starbucks: Coffee, pastries, sandwiches – Departures Level 3.

• 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. Departures Level 3 • Harvey’s: Breakfast, burgers – Departures Level 3 • Jugo Juice: Juice, smoothies, wraps & paninis – Departures Level 3.

• Subway: Sandwiches, salads & wraps – Departures Level 3 • Swiss Chalet: Rotisserie chicken – Arrivals Level 2 • Tim Hortons: Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, soups – Arrivals Level 2 and Departures Level 3 • Toshi Teppanyaki: Japanese cuisine – Departures Level 3

Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte, Chai Tea, Frappuccino, Iced Tea and Fruit Smoothies. Take out and catering.

(604) 303-7547 • Skyway Restaurant (YVR South Terminal) #118-4440 Cowley Crescent.

Breakast, lunch. (604) 231-9822

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Pier 73 Restaurant: Located behind the hotel and suspended above the Fraser River in the heart of a 138-slip Marina. Great destination for casual lunch meetings, relaxed

OVER THE BRIDGE(S) 4 Mr. Pickwick’s Fish & Chips 8620 Granville Street, Vancouver Lunch, dinner. British pub foods and fresh seafood. Open 11am- 8:30pm.

(604) 266-2340 • Shark Club 10253 St. Edwards Drive, Richmond (next to Sandman Signature Hotel).

As the day progresses so does the atmosphere at Shark Club. Come for a casual lunch, happy hour drinks or catch your favourite team on our big screens. When the weekend arrives enjoy a nice dinner and then hit the dance floor. Seven Days a week, 11am-2am. (604) 276-2609 RICHMOND HOTEL RESTAURANTS

dinner gatherings, or evening drinks with friends. Kids Menu. Sunday to Thursday 11am-12am. Friday and Saturday 11am-1am (kitchen open until midnight). (604) 968-1178 • The Fairmont Vancouver Airport (at YVR) –3111 Grant McConachie Way Jetside Bar: Offers a selection of appetizers, snacks and shared food.

(604) 248.3281 Globe@YVR: Award-winning signature restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and featuring a special holiday menu.

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Solution for January 2014 Crossword.

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Genus of horned owl Flat or level Exempt from regulations Suckers Troublesome children Greek letters Yesteryear A type of food poisoning Entreaty Make children Pullet A sea turtle Beginning or source Ledge Arabian country Meadow grass Insects that make honey Busy with (2 words) Fellow Pale grey Disk Operating System Annual Percentage Rate.

CrossWord ACROSS 1 Dirty air 5 Aristocracy 10 Herring-like fish 14 9-banded armadillo 15 Spore-producing structure of fungi 16 A1 17 Counterfeits 19 A steady sound 20 Young child 21 A small slender gull 22 Wild sheep of northern Africa 24 Run away 25 An evergreen conifer of temperate regions 26 Extreme disorder 29 Companion 30 Parts of the eye 31 An Irish goddess 32 Secret agent 35 City in Switzerland 36 Tine 37 Mexican monetary unit 38 A single thing 39 Stem 40 Panache 41 West African storytellers 43 Veiled threat (2 words) 44 Wriggles 46 Anagram of “Bray” 47 Genus of ground snakes 48 Soft creamy white cheese 49 Fiddler crabs 52 And others (2 words) 53 Logograms 56 Tardy 57 Old Testament mother-in-law of Ruth 58 Father of gods (Egyptian mythology) 59 God of prosperity (Norse mythology)

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• Guides and directs employees in the effective execution of duties, assists in problem solving and ensures that all Company health and safety policies are enforced.

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• Assists with safety and technical training, as well as maintenance of training records as required.

• Runs Accident/Injury investigation and Incident Command on scene.

• Performs all daily operational paperwork: daily shift reports, delays reporting, employee performance documentation, WCB forms, and overtime control.

• Executes fueling related functions, as required.

• Performs all related duties as assigned.

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This position is located at the Vancouver International Airport. It is a unionized position, full-time and the hourly rate is $21.00.

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60 City in western Germany 61 Poor in quality (slang).

ACROSS 1 Expectorate 2 Note 3 Death notice 4 Gangster’s gun (slang) 5 Admiration 6 A river in France 7 Ferrous 8 Large cask 9 Testing or proving 10 Ringed planet 11 Medium-sized black/grey seal (2 words) 12 Former copper coins of Pakistan 13 Exploits 18 Bound collection of maps 23 Not closed 24 Open pastry of fruit and custard 25 Crackpot

See solution for crossword on page 17.

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