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Last days of Illuminares With their “eyes on the stars and feet on the ground,” Public Dreams has decided that this year’s Illuminares Lantern Festival will be its last. After 25 years, it’s going to celebrate how far it’s come and how many lives it’s lived. On July 20, everyone’s invited to arrive at John Hendry Park at six and, as the sun sets and the day’s light grows dim, enjoy a picnic, play a game and build a lantern for the procession around Trout Lake at 9:30. As the organizers say, “Join us as we journey through time and space, navigating our history using the stars as signposts… We will look back with fondness and forward with grace.” Go to PublicDreams.org for details. Supplied photo

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The warmth and rawness of the Canadian landscape will radiate off the stage of the Biltmore Cabaret in glorious three-part harmony, when Vancouver folk band Factories & Alleyways releases its highly praised debut album, ‘Canadiana’. Travel across the country as vocals echo off the Rockies, piano parts ripple across the Great Lakes, and energy builds like a Maritime storm. Mixing the vivid imagery of historical storytelling with the best of Canadian music traditions, Factories & Alleyways could very well be lured on a tour away from the West Coast, so catch them still stomping their stomping grounds July 20. Doors at 7:30pm; 2755 Prince Edward. Tickets $15 at Redcat and Neptoon Records. Supplied photo

There’s a reason Natalie Maines, Loudon Wainwright III and Kathleen Edwards are called headliners: because it’s their names dominating the headlines for the 36th Vancouver Folk Music Festival. But the beauty of the festival is that, among the 66 artists from around the world, there are countless opportunities to discover the next big thing from around these parts. Canadian highlights include Vancouver’s Juno-nominated Hannah Georgas; Manitoba’s alt-country artist Del Barber; and Ontario’s Polaris Music Prize-nominated goth-gospel sensation Cold Specks, Elvis Costello-esque Danny Michel or acclaimed roots rock duo and real-life couple Whitehorse, to name a few. July 19-21 at Jericho Beach Park. For ticket and schedule information, visit TheFestival.bc.ca. Joe Perez photo

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Fancy hats, mint juleps and thundering horses See and be seen at the fashionable Deighton Cup By Sabrina Furminger

f you’ve got a hankering for the pomp and pageantry of an old-school Southern derby, you’ll find it at Hastings Racecourse the weekend of August 9. The event is the Deighton Cup, a whirlwind two and a half days of high fashion, food, bubbly libations, mint juleps, and socializing (with some horse racing thrown in for good measure). It’s a lifestyle festival where socialites, foodies, cocktail enthusiasts, young entrepreneurs and funloving Vancouverites don dapper hats and intricate fascinators and converge in one place to see and be seen, says Tyson Villeneuve, who co-produces the Deighton Cup with Dax Droski and Jordan Kallman. “We really wanted to recreate an old-fashioned day at the races, kind of like the Kentucky Derby used to be before it became a giant tailgate party,” said Villeneuve. The Deighton Cup began five years ago with a single dress-up party, and expanded last year into a fully immersive weekend where the emphasis is on elegant dress and fancy fun. In a city known for an easy-breezy, casual approach to life in general and style in particular, an event steeped in refined elegance might seem like a hard sell, but Villeneuve says Vancouverites are hungry for just this type of experience. “There is a deep yearning in this city for stylish, sophisticated events with a casual chic attitude, especially within the younger demographic,” said Villeneuve, who also co-produces the Vancouver edition of the equally fashionable Le Diner en Blanc. The Deighton Cup kicks off on Friday night with The Big Smoke, an evening of scotch, bourbon and whiskey tastings, cigars, a pig roast dinner, and nighttime racing. Saturday afternoon is Thoroughbred, the anchor of the Deighton Cup weekend. Party-goers sip champagne and cocktails, enjoy live jazz and funk, peruse vintage luxury automobiles, feast on canapés, and either surreptitiously or unabashedly people-watch because Thoroughbred is when

stylish Vancouverites truly bring it on. “I’ve come to anticipate that some women have literally flown to London to search for hats to this event,” said Villeneuve. “People now understand that there’s a standard of, ‘we’re definitely getting dressed up,’ and they’re having a lot of fun with it.” Adding Southern-style authenticity to this year’s Thoroughbred will be Miss America 2013 Mallory Hogan. Capping off the weekend: The Julep, a mint julep mixology competition in which Vancouver’s brightest bartenders present creative twists on an iconic drink that is synonymous with horseracing culture. The Deighton Cup isn’t just about swilling juleps and reveling in throwback fashion; there’s also an honest-to-goodness horse race. The actual Deighton Cup is a repurposed vintage 1927 horticultural trophy that Villeneuve and co. salvaged from an antique shop. The names of two types of winners will be engraved on the cup: the horse and jockey who win on the track, and the party-goer who rises above the others in the style department. “The guests in and of themselves become a large part of the spectacle because everyone is just so into it,” said Villeneuve.

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Dorian Banks and Tessa Sam, left, are among the hundreds of Vancouverites who look forward to the chance to dress up for the Deighton Cup. Jonathan Evans photo; Joshua Langston photo, above

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Guys, hang onto your hats! By Gen Handley

tacks of hats of all shapes and textures garnish the walls and vintage furniture at the Goorin Bros Hat Shop in Yaletown. Names like Mario Scarrone, Mr. Lawford and Farmer Pete introduce themselves like characters in a novel, all with their own traits, speaking on behalf of the person who picks them up. Some of these very hats will be protecting the heads of men enjoying the horse races at the annual Deighton Cup Weekend, running (lame pun intended) August 9 to the 11. And while it’s easy

to throw on a baseball cap, the Deighton Cup and other formal attire situations require a more refined choice. “You have to try a bunch on until you find something that not only suits your proportions, but suits your style,” says Shani Bates, Goorin Bros shopkeeper and chapeau aficionado. “That’s an internal thing — who you are — and an external thing — your clothing and fashion statement. It’s deeply personal.” Bates says — holding an openweave straw fedora called the Atsushi, made from a light paper straw called toyo — to keep the weather in mind when choosing a

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The fedora “A lot of the horse racing, fashion traditions were born out of the ‘30s and ‘40s when we wore our brims wide and our hats tall because we were so used to wearing hats — you didn’t leave the house without a hat on,” she explains. “Now we’ve kind of moved onto the fedoras with stubby brims, as small as you can get. The pork pie fedoras are very popular right now.” Bates turns to the archetypal straw Panama. “When you’re wearing a Panama, wear it with a classic loafer, and you would have a very classic style.”

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The flatcap “We sell a lot of [flat] caps because they’re a little less of a commitment and you can crush them and put them in your pocket,” she says, handing me the floppy Simon (think newspaper boy from the ‘30s). “They’re also a lot

more universal and more useful in your everyday wardrobe, whereas the Panama, you wear might two months of the year, because they shouldn’t go in the water and they might look a little out of season.” The flatcaps are their most popular style for men in Vancouver. “It’s the next natural step up from a ball cap, which is very popular because we are a sporty, active city. It’s good in the rain; it’s like wearing a wool pea coat on your head.”

The red line So what’s a sure sign that the hat is not a good fit? That all-toocommon red line you see on guys’ foreheads. “A lot of people think their hat should be really tight,” she says, “because they picture themselves

where the wind is blowing and obviously you don’t want to lose your hat. But you want it to be in this money zone of being snug but not too tight. Tight is the headache zone and within five minutes, you’re going to develop that embarrassing line on your forehead.”

Why put the effort in? Bates says the opposite sex definitely pays attention to a good hat. “When you put in a little more effort, a little more time choosing a nice hat, people, girls notice,” she says. “Those little choices say that ‘I’m put together, I’ve put some effort into this. I want to look good and I care about myself.’ It can help inspire a lot of confidence too and I’ve seen people put on a hat that they love and their whole face lights up.”

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Hats off to the Deighton Cup By Kelsey Klassen

hat does a plate of sausage and eggs, a lobster, and a bed of roses have in common? They’d all look completely appropriate adorning the top of your head at Vancouver’s “weekend at

the races”. You might think all the action at a horse race is on the track, but at the Deighton Cup, now in its fifth year, there will be some stiff competition in the stands of Hastings Racecourse for most elaborate chapeau. And that patronage — that foundation of respect for the occasion, that little extra effort — in an sport steeped in prestige, is providing a generation of Vancouverites who are hungry for tradition with the boldness to set the mark higher each year. After all, it takes more than crisp mint juleps and a good looking stable to join likes of the Royal Ascot (the posh and protocol-rich races in My Fair Lady), Kentucky Derby (“the most exciting two minutes in sport”) and Melbourne Cup (a public holiday in the Australian city) in the fashion lexicon. So how do you simultaneously fit in and stand out at the races? Look no further than couture milliner Dominique Hanke. Hanke, 31, arrives at the Italian Garden near Hastings Racecourse. Hat boxes at arms’ length and her two adorable children, Bracken and Oscar, in tow, she should be looking flustered as she walks the last block. But perhaps it’s the low profile dusky rose beret sitting atop her asymmetrical, blonde ‘Agyness Deyn’ crop keeping her cool. She’s an expert on hats. Not because she’s originally from Staffordshire, England. Or because she trained in architecture before teaching herself the art of millinery and starting her company — Hive Mind. Or because made a name for herself in a city that prefers ball caps to bowlers. But because she’s rarely seen sans hat. To love hats is to wear them. Often. • “I couldn’t not wear one. I dress from head to toe, and for me, that just makes sense. We focus on all of the accessories; well, a hat is on your head so it can make an outfit and pull it all together.” • “Things like the Deighton Cup obviously have huge impact [on local fashion]because people get the opportunity to

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Vancouver hat maker Dominique Hanke. Laura McGuire photo wear hats and, for a lot of people, the first time you wear a hat, other than a sun hat, is kind of unusual. It takes getting over that first step. To wear some of the more outrageous pieces, it takes a type of person, but it’s also a lot of fun. It’s about dressing up for the day — almost like taking on a character. And it’s about embracing the attention.” • “Vancouver associates itself with being quite practical. I think the younger generations are trying to create events that encourage dressing up and stepping out of that box.” • “Millinery has seen a definite shift and people re-embracing that art. It sort of started off with the little trilby-fedora types. Now people are getting into the poofy fascinators. And then people will want to take it further and further.” • “Stephen Jones has such an eclectic collection. I just love the fact that he doesn’t stick to the rules. Philip Treacy

[whose muse Isabella Blow is a good place to start for inspiration] — talk about architecture within hats. Some of his stuff is so beautifully structured.” • “Be wary for the people around you. Some hats are quite vicious. The ones with the porcupine quills — there have been some very nasty accidents with those!” • “Wide brimmed hats, with the wire running through them for a bit of structure, are definitely in. With men’s hats there is a bit more going on. Bowlers, more in Europe than here, had a bit of a resurgence. And the many different styles of fedoras.” • “A smaller face, you’re not going to want to go for anything too big because it will oversize you. Oval faces are pretty blessed and can get away with most things. And then anybody with a round faces is not going to want anything too small, because you’re going to look like you’ve got the cherry on top. Length of face will determine how tall the hat can go.” • “If you think of a big poof of feathers and a bit of net and veil, that would be a fascinator. Generally they’re on a band. A whimsy is generally on a base. It’s a bit bigger. For instance, at the Royal Ascot they changed the rules last year for what a hat was — the base has to be more than four inches. They were having a lot of people coming in with just the fascinators and they wanted people wearing hats. There is a certain glamour to wearing a hat, and it was diluting it — taking away from something that is an art and making it a little more crafty. Part of it is the celebration of millinery and getting dressed up.” And there’s a reason this article is coming out this week; the lead time on getting a custom hat made is conveniently two-three weeks. So apologies to racing fans who were hoping for some advice on which horses to box in their trifecta, but hopefully August 9 through 11, these tip-of-thehats will see you leaning over the rail, yelling “C’mon Dover! Move yer bloomin’ arse!” in style.

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MuchMusic they were powerful because they were young. He said they were powerful because they were many,” says Carmen Ruiz y Laza, a well-known Vancouver personality who’s helping Znaimer increase CARP’s profile in British Columbia. Currently, CARP has 30,000 members in BC. And there’s no bigger demographic in Canada than Baby Boomers, the people born during Canada’s economic growth spurt following the Second World War (1946 to 1964.) They account for about one-third of Canada’s population. Ruiz y Laza met Znaimer socially in 1999 and then helped facilitate the CRTC intervention that brought Citytv to Vancouver. A former casting director who now owns her own PR company, she was a producer for Citytv’s Breakfast TV and has remained friends with Znaimer, who has an apartment here and often visits friends and family. “He’s so calm and so intense and so clever,” she says of him. “He’s kind and he actually cares.” Znaimer rebels against the notion that you have to stop doing anything when you turn 65, whether that’s working, or being active, or wanting to learn. He encouraged Toronto lawyer and outspoken society watchdog Susan Eng to become CARP’s vice-president of advocacy. “She’s in there changing laws,” says Ruiz y Laza. In BC, Znaimer is also reaching out to zoomers through his television station, JoyTV, which is based in the Fraser Valley. “He wants to integrate multi-culturalism into main street media, not make it separate,” Ruiz y Laza says. “If you look at the faces he puts on TV, it’s always been multi-cultural. He’s been the first to give people a chance, not because he had to, but because he wanted to.” She encourages Baby Boomers to “join us in changing things for the better for all Canadians.” You can find out more about CARP at CARP.ca.

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The homes at G3 include stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops and spacious open floorplans. The project will encompass three buildings, with all construction expected to be completed by next summer. Residents will also have access to a residents lounge with a gym, fireside lounge and a guest suite, among other amenities.

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Surrey’s Guildford neighbourhood is quickly becoming a vibrant place to live, work and play. Now, G3 Developments is adding to the excitement with G3. With three buildings and 155 condominium suites in a range of studio,

one-bedroom, one-bedroom-and-den and two-bedroom floorplans, three is definitely a lucky number for G3, located just steps away from anything you could possibly need. “You can walk to everything,” says sales manager Margaret Bird. “There’s easy access” to the rest of the Lower Mainland via the Port Mann Bridge, along with the convenience of living near Guildford Town Centre and the Guildford Recreation Centre and Library. You’re also within walking distance of parks, schools, shopping and restaurants, and just minutes away from Surrey City Centre by car. The homes at G3 are spacious and modern, with stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms and a convenient eating bar perfect for a quick bite in the morning or as a place to gather while entertaining. The ceiling mount

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track lighting and pendant lights in the kitchen easily illuminate your tasks. The bathrooms feature a quartz backsplash to complement the countertops, as well as wall mount vanity lights, soaker bathtubs and semi-frameless glass shower stalls and a sleek undermount sink. Buyers can choose between two designer colour schemes, Sterling and Onyx. The homes include nine-foot ceilings (higher on the top floors), laminate hardwood flooring in the main living areas and lush carpeting in the bedrooms, along with a stacking front-load washer and dryer and storage and parking for every home. Residents will also have access to the G3 residents lounge, which will include a gym, fireside lounge and a guest suite, among other things.

The biggest draw for buyers so far has been the value they get for their money. “These price points are attractive,” Bird says, adding that first-time buyers have been particularly interested. She has also seen longtime area residents looking at the homes as part of their downsizing plans. “They want to live near their kids, but not actually with them,” she says. The first phase, called Premiere, has been selling well and Bird notes that buyers there will be able to move into their new home in March 2014. The second and third phases, Encore and Finale respectively, will be completely finished by next summer. Homes at G3 start at $139,900 for a studio, $169,900 for a one-bedroom and $219,900 for a two-bedroom. For more information, go to g3living.ca, call 604-588-8238 or visit the showroom at 10439 154th Street, Surrey, open every day except Friday between noon and 5 p.m.

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he PNE Prize Home has been around since 1934 and is an integral part of the annual summer event. Now, the 2013 home is showcasing exactly why everyone loves this lottery. “We’re really excited about this year’s home,” says PNE spokesperson Laura Ballance. “This is the most affordable home lottery in British Columbia and there’s a lot of anticipation around it.” For the second year in a row, the home is being decorated by interior designer Jillian Harris. She has starred on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, hosted Canada’s Handyman Challenge and is currently co-hosting Love It or List It Vancouver. “Jillian did a fantastic job last year,” Ballance says. “It’s (wonderful) to have her back.”

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• 732 sf lovely renovation • South West Facing with Seasonal Ocean View • Georgie Award Winning Best Building and Location in Central West End

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homeVancouver and valley. This year, Britco put the master bedroom on the main floor, and included a huge upper deck on the second floor with a hot tub and a covered area that Faliszewski says is almost like a completely separate living or play space. The master ensuite features a huge stand-alone claw-foot tub, along with a gorgeous walk-in shower with rain shower head. The kids and even adult guests will enjoy the bunk room that holds four bunk beds and plenty of space to play. A pool table is part of the prize package, furnished by Coast Spas Lifestyles. The furniture and accessories are also part of the home, from Lane Home Furnishings. The winner will also receive appliances from Coast Wholesale Appliances, luxurious outdoor furnishings from American Home & Patio, a $2,500 grocery package from IGA and one year of house cleaning from Mini Maid. One of the most impressive parts of the home is the contemporary glass walk-in wine cellar in the foyer. Faliszewski also notes that there is an indoor-outdoor fireplace in the greatroom that you’ll want to curl up in front of at the end of the day. “The deck (on the lower floor) wraps all the way around the outside of the house,” he says. “You can walk through the main rooms and then into your bedroom.” Tickets for the home can be purchased online, via phone at 604-252-3688 or toll-free at 1-877-946-4663 or at the Fair at the PNE itself between Aug. 17 and Sept. 2. The winner will be drawn on Sept. 5. You can preview the home July 21, July 28, and Aug. 4. PNE.ca/pneprizehome.

DEXTER ASSOCIATES REALTY 604-689-8226 604-263-1144

Kevin Skipworth Managing Broker

Layla Bamford

Sandi Fratino

Tim Hiltz

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Gaetan Kill

William Lew

Joyce Geisler 604-551-2996 geisler@dexterrealty.com

Bob Moore

NEW LISTING

$2,898,000

NEW LISTING

$438,000

Mike Rooney

When you expect the best it is refreshing not to face disappointment. 2400sq.ft of exceptionally renovated space with expansive views! The unit has been taken down to the studs & brought back to life as a stunning contemporary masterpiece. PRIVATE VIEWING ONLY.

1004 – 283 DAVIE ST

NEW LISTING

$642,800

NEW LISTING

$375,000

OPEN SAT/SUN 2-4PM MOUNT PLEASANT! Reno’d with style. 2 Beds. 2 Patios. Laundry. Pets & Rentals OK.

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July 18 – 24, 2013

Barb Vogel

Laurel Wood

Sarah Thompson 604-263-1144

NEW LISTING

$418,800 302 – 2015 HARO ST

Popular Kitsilano – Contemporary 1 bedroom + glass walled flex space large enough to be a 2nd bedroom or office. Modern finishes, double sided fireplace, parking & storage. Worry free building. Still covered by the New Home Warranty. Perfect for 1st time buyer or investor.

NEW LISTING

$788,000

EXCITING VIEW HOME OVERLOOKING LOST LAGOON AT STANLEY PARK! A very special, quiet location west of Denman on a private cul-de-sac at the edge of the park. This top floor south west corner, three bedroom home has bright, open spaces with lovely hardwood floors throughout. Generous-sized open Living and Dining rooms easily accommodate house-sized furniture. A serene and tranquil location, yet just a short stroll to the beaches at English Bay, coffee shops, eateries, tennis, gold, endless trails, the seawall AND MORE! Lovely premier co-op building Arniston Apartments Ltd. (with elevator) offers a lifestyle location that rarely comes available.

Matt Magee 604-790-6589

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214 – 1355 HARWOOD ST

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Esther Twerdochlib

suejohnson@telus.net sarahthompson96@gmail.com The Power of Two www.sueandsarahhomes.com

NEW LISTING

$2,698,000

DON’T WAIT! Whether you’re an investor or looking for a place to live this large (1,270+ sq.ft.) 2bdrm, 2 bath & den (with 2 parking) is NOT TO BE MISSED. Ready to move in!

Mary Cleaver 604-317-2289

Larry Traverence

Sue Johnson 604-263-1144

305 – 2525 BLENHEIM ST

3602 – 1011 CORDOVA ST

Gurdeep Stephens

OPEN SAT/SUN 2-4PM

Yaletown Park II. One bedroom & den with great views. Close to all amenities. Rentals allowed.

213 – 808 EAST 8TH AVE.

Sheila Sontz

John Pybus 604-263-1144

Marilou Appleby 604-318-9566

$479,000

NEW LISTING

Open flr plan & spacious 2 bed & flex in Yaletown. Espresso hardwood floor, sleek black granite countertops, maple cabinets and fireplace.

2701 – 909 MAINLAND ST

Francoise Robertson

appleby@dexterrealty.com

16B – 1500 ALBERNI ST 406 – 989 BEATTY ST

Kris Pope

NEW LISTING

$329,000

…on one of the quietest streets in the area in an equally quiet 1 bdrm garden suite (665 s.f.) Secured parking and locker too! Vanier Court is a well-run strata. Live-in care-taker, pet friendly with owner occupancy only. The Value is here in this hidden gem!!

This beautiful masterpiece of an apartment has an expansive & desirable floor plan. Boasting hugely impressive mountain views overlooking Coal Harbour. With fantastic updates to the suite and overwhelming amenities, this high end residence offers everything one phone call away. Concierge is fantastic and location is superior.

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2120 E. PENDER ST

NEW LISTING

$1,198,800

This grand 1906 Edwardian home has tons of character including: bay windows; refinished original floors & wood trim; claw foot tub; turreted roof; 9 ft ceilings; stained glass windows. Gorgeous renovations throughout honouring the heritage character but also completely mechanically updated. This is a LEGAL TRIPLEX with a wonderful owner’s suite & 2 revenue suites @ $2000/ month . Fabulous panoramic VIEW of the City & Mountains.

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West End Specialists Nobody knows the West End better! MLS Diamond Master Medallion Award 2012

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1850 Comox #302 West of Denman Bright SE corner 651 sf suite at The El Cid. Pool & rooftop deck & perfect location. $234,900.

1879 Barclay #203 Studio West of Denman bright heritage suite with Murphy bed, parking & real hardwood floors. $179,900.

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1010 Burnaby #403 Two Bedroom 1100 sf, 2 bath & 2 parking at The Ellington. Amazing price. Terrific amenities. $449,900.

1720 Barclay #1104 English Bay Glorious mountain views to the West End valley and top notch renovations. Top floor. $265,000.

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1928 Nelson #402 Live the good life on Stanley Park & English Bay 2 bedroom, 2 bath penthouse corner suite with all the outdoor wrap around patio you will ever need. Vaulted ceilings, some mountain views; but most of all, a drop dead gorgeous 237 sf patio. Stylish upgrades, soft light & a peaceful setting. Pets welcome. By appointment only. $659,900.

1718 Nelson #307 OFFER PENDING Gorgeous high end renovations facing quiet Bidwell St. Everything new! $299,900.

604.623.5433

WEST COAST

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folk fesT sPeCIal Sit back, relax & enjoy the comfort of the music of the breeze in your spacious one bdrm SE corner featuring wall to wall windows, skylite & more. Garden, bbq & lounge on over 110 sf of southern deck at treetop level dappled by sun & shade. Your immaculate strata home features real oak floors, crown moldings, baseboards & room to accommodate house size furnishings & gracious entertaining. Pet & laundry friendly, great storage & parking included. Peaceful west of Denman location steps to Stanley Park, English Bay, all shops & services. $358,500

KITSILANO 305-2525 Blenheim St, 1 bdrm, $418,800, Sat/Sun 2-4

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WEST END 1855 Nelson, 1 bdrm, $358,500, Sun 2-4

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1928 Nelson #402 English Bay Rarely available pet friendly well maintained strata. West of Denman. 2 bdrm / 2 bath. $659,900.

ARMOURY DISTRICT 312-1490 Pennyfarthing Drive, 2 bdrm,$675,000, 14 Sat 2-4

609-518 W. 14th Ave, 1 bdrm + den, $585,000, Sun 2-4

ComfoRT foR all kInDs of folks! COMING SOON Several new listings including Yaletown one and den/two bdrm ideal for single or professional couple (live in or rent out, great retirement home or student pad); spacious two bedroom character for those character/heritage enthusiasts who need space and enjoy solid old style; two bdrm corner with balcony, laundry and large rooms with houselike kitchen and eating area, perfect for downsizing or upgrading. IN A MELLOW TONE One bedroom plus solarium & office. Perfect getaway, rental or retirement home. Solid strata with concierge in the heart of the city. Granite counters, laminate floors, insuite laundry, secured parking, pet & rental friendly. solD $399,900

MOUNT PLEASANT 213-808 E.8th Ave, 2 bdrm, $375,000, Sat/Sun 2-4

Toes In The sanD Great location, unique space, flexible bylaws and 156 sf partially covered private deck for gardening, bbqing, sunning & entertaining to the cools sounds of a waterfall. The home features overheight ceilings, kingsize bedroom, newer appliances incl front loading washer/dryer, gas fireplace, laminate floors & only one common wall. U/g parking & additional storage included. Very pet friendly; perfect for first time buyer, investor, retiree, vacation home or corporate suite, steps to shops, restaurants, library, community centre, seawall, beach, Stanley Park, golf, tennis, marina & more! $369,900

WEN TALK TO LIZ CARNEY 604 685-5951/603-3095 West End Neighbours

Watch the website and City of Vancouver website for information on West End Community Plan, Comox Greenway and more. Keep up to date, volunteer, add your voice. It’s your home! www.westendneighbours.ca

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2201-1500 HOWE STREET THE DISCOVERY: $849,000

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Sprawling 1311sf NW corner 2 bdrm + 2bath in a waterfront seaside highly desirable location • Right on seawall, aquabus to Granville Island, mins. to beaches & parks • Generous rooms thruout, perfect for entertaining & house size furniture! • Reno’d kitchen w/ new S/S Fisher Paykel, Miele & Bosch appliances, lovely kitchen island & windows in kitch., h/w flrs, gas f/p, king size bdrms, Master has 5pc. bath w/ sep. shower, jetted tub & W/I closet • Outdoor covered balcony for bbqs, real laundry room, 2 parking & storage locker • This is a jewel in the sky. Clubhouse, guest suite, sauna, hottub & gym • Exterior paint & sealant completed 2011.

Unrivaled splendor. Vancouver’s premiere waterfront residences combining two suites and conceived over 2 years of design & construction • 270 degree views flr-ceiling views of marinas, False Crk, Granville Island & cityscapes • House size 3255 sqft complimented by a 360 degree elliptical flrplan centered around a glass wine room, 4 bdrms, 4 bathrms, 5 parking & 2 storage lckrs • Featuring: 12 piece Miele & Thermador S/S appliances, Capolavaro granite, Zebrano book-matched cabinetry, 2 home theatre systems, surround audio thruout, marble & onyx flooring thruout, T5 wired, video security system, Lutron one touch light & shades control, all rooms are a unique design & statement, Swarovski chandeliers, 6 piece master bath with 273 spray & steam shower, air jet tub, his/hers sinks; W/I closet, a ‘pink mosaic Bisazza’ bathroom, family room, great room, formal & informal dining areas, formal living room, dual entry, two balconies, two gas f/p, nanny quarters & much more • Simply spectacular!

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9E-139 DRAKE ST. GROUP WEST CONCORDIA II: $659,000

2301-969 RICHARDS ST. MONDRIAN II BY BOSA: $399,000

1201-8280 LANDSDOWNE RD. VERSANTE, RICHMOND: $599,000

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Beautiful floorplan N, E & S corner 1079sf 2 bdrm + 2bath + real den • Across the street from Elsie Roy Elementary, seawall, David Lam Park, Roundhouse Comm. Centre, Urban Fare, Canada Line & Yaletown • Generous rooms, master fits king bed, granite counters, window in kitchen, marble in bathrooms, H/W flrs & new carpet in bdrms, views of False Creek, city & courtyard, Iarge insuite storage, excellent for entertaining w/ spacious living/dining, den w/ windows. Solid building, best managed in Yaletown w/ onsite Mgr. I/D pool, hot tub, gym, bike room.

SUBPENTHOUSE – 270 degree views of N. Shore Mtns. as far as you can see • 3 bdrms/2bathrms, 1179sf, open & modern floorplan w/ flr to ceiling windows, only 3 years old • Oversized bedrooms, dream master bedroom w/ its own balcony, den , walk-in closet & 5pc. ensuite bath, granite countertops, S/S appliances, laminate flooring throughout, 100sqft+ outdoor balcony for bbqs w/ views, NE corner unit with sweeping views • Location Location Location – steps to Canada Line to YVR, downtown, across from Lansdowne Mall (new Target store), Kwantlen University & more • Guest suite, clubhouse, media rm.

LOT VALUE ONLY: $729,000

AQUARIUS III: $608,000

harbour I KILLARNEY downtown 2916 E. 41ST AVE, SUB P/H: 1603-189 DAVIE ST. T J U S L D! SO

611-1500 HORNBY STREET 888 BEACH TOWERS: $438,000 PLE D LTI – SOL ! U M R S YS FE DA OF IN 2

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Ideal corner 33x122 level lot in prime Killarney area – steps to schools & parks! • South facing back yard, dual lane access perfect for a garage, quiet bedrooms, N. Shore Mountain views, manicured yard • Don’t miss this opportunity – Start building before summer starts. • 3,960 Sqft lot – build over 2400+ sqft brand new home with garage and mortgage helper!

610-5933 COONEY RD., RICHMOND JADE: $408,000

RARELY ON THE MARKET • Aﬀordable 2 bdrms + 2 bath in the waterfront master planned Marinaside neighborhood • Everything at your doorstep: Urban Fare, seawall, Roundhouse Centre, Yaletown & marinas • NE Corner 787 sqft 2bdrm + 2 full baths w/ ensuite in master, beautiful views of marina from living /dining, overlooking lagoon & city views too • Fabulous floorplan, new stainless gas stove, granite countertops, marble in bathrooms, full 4pc. guest bathroom, large insuite storage, hardwood flrs throughout, balcony for bbq’s, 1 prkg, excellent condition! • 24/7 concierge, I/D pool, hot tub, sauna, lagoon, club house, theatre, gym & more • Don’t miss this one!

Waterfront seawall & marina location – a private peaceful seaside enclave of downtown • Steps to Aquabus to Granville Island Market, miles of seawall, 1st class restaurants & miles of beaches • SW corner with views of False Creek & Granville Island sprawling 771 sqft 1 bdrm recent renos & in MINT CONDITION – show suite quality • Gas f/p, granite counters, S/S appl, front loading W/D, marble tiled entrance, new light fixtures & paint thruout, beautiful floorplan w/ generous rooms for king size bed and house sized furniture • Ultimate quiet and tranquil home • British inspired gardens, 24/7 concierge, I/D pool & gym • 1 prkg & storage • James Cheng Award winning design & solid concrete construction.

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2609-977 MAINLAND ST. YALETOWN PARK 3

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Enjoy peaceful bliss on the water in an urban setting. NEW OCEAN HOME... 3 bdrms, 2.5 bthrms, 5 appliances, gas f/p, gorgeous views and more.

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Open Sun 2-4pm Float home with country style and oriental aesthetic... Rich wood details, antique accents...Prime riverfront views.

$1,018,000

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802-4333 CENTRAL BLVD PRESIDIA BY BOSA: $409,900

1105-1500 HOWE STREET

THE DISCOVERY: $699,000 - SOLD IN 2 DAYS! CAPITOL RESIDENCES: $819,000

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SW corner w/ sweeping unobstructed views overlooking Yaletown & city • Nothing to block your views • 2 bdrm /2bath, 745sf, balcony, 1 parking & storage locker • Open floorplan w/ S/S appliances, granite counters, opposite bedrooms for max. privacy • True Yaletown location steps to the best amenities downtown–seawall, Yaletown, Robson St., Rogers Arena & more.

3404-833 SEYMOUR STREET

JUDY ROSS

CAPITOL RESIDENCES: $825,000

1108-198 AQUARIUS MEWS

604-878-0680

AQUARIUS II

1607-1077 MARINASIDE CRESCENT MARINASIDE RESORT: $549,000

2202-1500 HORNBY STREET 888 BEACH: $688,000

false creek north | yaletown | coal harbour | downtown

$615,000

“Langley”

3307-833 SEYMOUR STREET

Location Location Location – across from Richmond market, steps to Richmond Mall, Lansdowne Mall, Kwantlen University & Canada Line to YVR • 898 sqft 2 bdrm/2bath, NW corner, opposite bedrooms, large den, granite counters, gas stove, spacious rooms, separate dining area, large outdoor balcony, 1 parking & 1 storage • Club house, concierge, gym • Rainscreened solid concrete construction.

604-319-4438

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5999 OAK STREET

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lined street in a vibrant and beautiful location in Downtown • Steps to Yaletown Heritage district, the seawall, city parks, marinas, Robson retail district & the top entertainment venues • Bosa quality 585 sqft 1 bdrm + real den (oﬃce), hardwood flrs, S/S appliances w/ gas stove, kitchen island, 2-way fireplace, insuite storage PLUS separate locker, 1 prkg, gym, hottub, guest suite & club • Rent it out or live-in, excellent condition • West city views • Rainscreened & solid concrete construction.

Royal LePage Westside

$259,000

“Adelante” GRANVILLE ISLAND Beautifully restored & lovingly cared for “Lake Union Dreamboat”... moored in a small liveaboard marina.

$259,000

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STEPHEN BURKE

WEST OF DENMAN

TOP 1% GREATER VANCOUVER REALTORS 2012

SUTTON GROUP - WEST COAST REALTY 301-1508 W BROADWAY

604-714-1700

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• Worry free concrete strata West of Denman • Rainscreened w/ warranty, new roof, plumbing • Quiet no rental strata–great community feel • 710 sf 1 BR plan w/ gorgeous mountain view

• Cool & quiet NW exposure. Huge window in LR • Efficient kitchen w/ view window; insuite laundry • Very quiet BR semi-ensuite, dbl closets: 2 pets OK • 1 storage, 1 Primo prkg for Bimmer or 2 smart cars

1838 NELSON $449,000

BEACH AVENUE WATERFRONT

COMMON ROOFTOP DECK

• IGA, Robson shops & Cineplex nearby • Quiet cool & private NW corner exp. • 2 BR 2 bath concrete WE strata, PET ok • Treed outlook-evergreen & cherry blossom • Upgraded vanities & lighting both baths

1225 BARCLAY 18

July 18 – 24, 2013

• Great kitch, tons counters & cupboards • Breakfast bar for two off dining room • 2nd BD w/French doors-flex BR, office/den • BIG King-size MBR w/2 closets & ensuite • Great loc for extended family vaca home

• Views from Eng Bay to Coal Harbour • Dazzling city lights & snowcapped mnts • 1 BR 1 Bath 688 sq ft. Concrete Co-op • Steps to beach, tennis, golf, seawall, park • Compl reno incl granite & cherry kitchen

$489,900 2055 PENDRELL

• Open plan & tons of cust. built-in stor. • Spa bath w/bubble tub, glass closet drs • Queen BR, closets w/cust. organizers • HW floors, granite bar facing ocean • 1 cat ok. 35% down req. MUST SEE!

• Rare SW corner oceanfront 1 block to park • 2 BR 2 Bath 1246 sq ft of luxe living • Great corridor views to English Bay & Kits • 180o water view in winter: enjoy fall color too • Completely remodeled & avail. for immed poss’n

• New engineered oak floors, new bathrooms • Huge 30’ living/dining room great for entertaining • New kitch w/stainless st. appls, granite counters • 2 king size BRs, formal entry, tons of closets • 1 secure indoor parking, large private storage

$649,900 1949 BEACH $995,000

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Free Will Astrology By Rob Brezsny • Week of July 18 ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19): The 19thcentury composer Gioachino Rossini was a prolific creator who produced 39 operas. So confident was he in his abilities that he bragged he could set a laundry list to music. I trust you will have comparable aplomb in the coming weeks, Aries, since you will be asked to do the equivalent of composing an opera using a laundry list for inspiration. This will be a different challenge than making lemonade out of lemons, but it could be even more fun and interesting. TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20): Is the grass really greener on the other side of the fence? Or is its more vivid hue just an optical illusion caused by your inability to see the situation objectively? Judging from my analysis of your current astrological omens, I suspect that you’re not deluded. The grass really is greener. But it’s important to note the reason why this is true, which is that there’s more manure over on the other side of the fence. So your next question becomes: Are you willing to put up with more crap in order to get the benefits of the greener grass? GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20): You know the voice in your head that’s kind of a sneaky bastard? The voice that sometimes feeds you questionable advice and unreliable theories? Well, I suspect that this voice might be extra active in the coming week. But here’s the weird thing: It might actually have a sound idea or two for you to consider acting on. For once, its counsel may be based on accurate intuition. So don’t completely lower your guard, Gemini. Maintain a high degree of discernment towards the sneaky bastard’s pronouncements. But also be willing to consider the possibility that this generator of so much mischief could at least temporarily be a source of wisdom. CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22): We keep million-dollar works of art in well-guarded museums. Meanwhile, beautiful creatures that took nature eons to produce don’t get the same care. At least 5,000 animal and plant species are going extinct every year, in large part due to human activities. Among the recently lost works of art are the Madeiran Large White butterfly, West African black rhinoceros, Formosan clouded leopard, golden toad, and Tecopa pupfish. I’m asking you not to allow a similar discrepancy in your own life, Cancerian. The astrological omens say that now is a perfect moment to intensify your love for the natural world. I urge you to meditate on how crucial it is to nurture your interconnectedness with all of life, not just the civilized part. LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22): Hurry up, please. It’s time. No more waffling or procrasti-

nating. You really need to finish up the old business that has dragged on too long. You really should come to definitive decisions about ambiguous situations, even if they show no sign of resolution. As for those nagging questions that have yielded no useful answers: I suggest you replace them with different questions. And how about those connections that have been draining your energy? Re-evaluate whether they are worth trying to fix. VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22): “This morning I walked to the place where the street-cleaners dump the rubbish,” wrote painter Vincent van Gogh in one his letters. “My God, it was beautiful.” Was he being ironic or sarcastic? Not at all. He was sincere. As an artist, he had trained himself to be intrigued by scenes that other people dismissed as ugly or irrelevant. His sense of wonder was fully awake. He could find meaning and even enchantment anywhere. Your next assignment, Virgo — should you choose to accept it — is to experiment with seeing the world as van Gogh did. LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22): I believe you will undergo a kind of graduation in the next four weeks, Libra. Graduation from what? Maybe from a life lesson you’ve been studying for a while or from an institution that has given you all it can. Perhaps you will climax your involvement with a situation that has made big demands on you. I suspect that during this time of completion you will have major mixed feelings, ranging from sadness that a chapter of your story is coming to an end to profound gratification at how much you have grown during this chapter. SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21): What’s your favourite sin, Scorpio? I’m talking about the mischievous vice or rebel tendency or excessive behavior that has taught you a lot. It may be the case that now and then this transgressive departure from normalcy has had redeeming value, and has even generated some interesting fun. Perhaps it puts you in touch with a magic that generates important changes, even if it also exacts a toll on you. Whatever your “favorite sin” is, I’m guessing that you need to develop a more conscious and mature relationship with it. The time has come for it to evolve. SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21): The Sagittarian writer and artist William Blake (1757-1827) made drawings of many eminent people who had died before he was born. Julius Caesar was the subject of one of his portraits. Others included Dante, Shakespeare, and Moses. How did Blake manage to capture their likenesses in such great detail? He said their spirits visited him in the form of apparitions. Really? I suppose that’s possible. But it’s also important to note that he had a robust and exquisite imagination. I suspect that in the coming weeks you, too, will have an exceptional ability to visualize

things in your mind’s eye. Maybe not with the gaudy skill of Blake, but potent nevertheless. What would be the best use of this magic power?

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CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19): How close do you really want to be to the people you care about? Think about this with unsentimental candor. Do you prefer there to be some distance? Are you secretly glad there’s a buffer zone that prevents you from being too profoundly engaged? I’m not saying that’s a bad thing. It might be correct for who you are right now. I merely want to suggest that it’s important for you to know the exact nature of your need for intimacy. If you find that you actually do want to be closer, spend the next four weeks making that happen. Ask your precious allies to collaborate with you in going deeper.

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Dear Neighbour who loudly talked on your balcony Sunday night/Monday morning: At 4:30am, I do not want to be able to hear your entire conversation. I don’t care about who did what to whom. The fact that someone actually had to yell at you to shut up, and you did for a while, until your phone conversation at 7-effing-am about how many shots you had at work and what tight pants you were wearing. I don’t need to hear that. Maybe YOU don’t care about bothering people, but the rest of us who have to listen to your rude self DO. A little bit of respect for the people who live around you and are trying to sleep goes a long way. A disgruntled, sleep-deprived neighbour

Drive me crazy We hear drivers vent their anger on bipeds and bicycles; however, these same ignorant drivers are often the ones who fail to obey a GREEN light, i.e. proceeding through an intersection when it is UNSAFE to do so. These drivers not only put themselves in harm’s way, they create an obstacle for others to proceed (legally, the other drivers, cyclists and pedestrians must wait for the non-compliant vehicle to clear the way), to say little at all about blind drivers triggering their horns, achieving little at all except to aggravate the matter further. Also, I think it’s time to make Robson all four-way lights; southbound traffic on Robson fails to note that the east/ west bound traffic has a signal crossing, whereas north/south traffic has only a stop sign, thus generally creating near collisions with the much faster traffic on Robson as they attempt to crawl across. Someone who thinks car drivers are, in general, idiots

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Monday Night Live at East of Main Café raises funds for Project Limelight, which Cory Monteith’s family names as one of three memorial charities By Sabrina Furminger

t’s standing-room-only in East of Main Café on this sunny Monday evening in late June. The air is thick with anticipation as the diners sip wine and share plates of spiced almonds, hummus and labneh. From the sidewalk in front of the bustling East Georgia establishment, a small crowd observes the goings-on inside through enormous picture windows. On both sides of the glass, they’re waiting for the trio of bar stools at one end of the room to be filled by talents from the BC film and TV industry. Tonight, as with previous Mondays, the triple-bill is top-notch: writer-producer Gillian Horvath; casting director Candice Elzinga; and actor-director Peter DeLuise. The event is Monday Night Live, the brainchild of East of Main Café co-owner and casting director Maureen Webb and actor Ryan Robbins (Sanctuary; Falling Skies). Since the inaugural event this past Spring, the bar stools have been occupied by a who’s who of local industry folk, including Brent Butt,

and mind. DeLuise has the audience in stitches with anecdotes from his career and marriage before serving up the following: “When you pretend you know something you don’t know, you cut yourself off from learning.” Throughout the establishment and on the sidewalk outside, there’s a steady stream of applause and laughter. It’s storytelling for a good cause: every penny raised at Monday Night Live (be it from food and beverage sales or a donation jar) benefits Project Limelight, a performing arts program for children and youth living in Vancouver’s lower income neighbourhoods. (BC-raised actor and Glee star Cory Monteith, who passed away last

Amanda Tapping, John Cassini, and Michael Eklund. From their perches atop the bar stools, the showbiz pros share true stories with an audience that includes emerging and established actors, directors, agents, producers, film students and fans. “Different people come for different reasons,” Webb says. Admission is free but space is limited and the events aren’t recorded; if you’ve missed it, you’ve missed out. Each Monday Night Live has a theme. On this particular evening, the theme is lessons. Elzinga shares a defining motto from her childhood: “Go as far as you can see, and you can see further.” Horvath provides a glimpse inside a TV writer’s room

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ant to know how to tick off judges Robert Clark, Pino Posteraro, and Chris Field? Give them an oyster that doesn’t slip out of its shell once it’s flipped over. It sounds harsh, but when $5,000 is up for grabs, every detail counts and these judges aren’t willing to let anything slip… well, except for the oyster meat. July 14 was Bearfoot Bistro’s 3rd Annual Shucking Championship and 2nd Annual Bloody Caesar Battle at the World Oyster Invitational in Whistler. Proceeds from the event went to WAG (Whistler Animal Galore) and Playground Builders to build two children’s playgrounds in Afghanistan. The world’s best oyster shuckers from Denmark, Sweden, Japan, United States, and Canada were invited to compete for $5,000. After three heats and a final round with the top four oyster shuckers, Eamon Clark from Rodney’s Oyster House in Toronto took home the big money. His father is Rodney Clark (the Rodney in Rodney’s Oyster House), so like father, like son. Eighteen competitors were given 30 oysters of different sizes (10 Eastern oysters, 10 European Flat Oysters, and 10 Pacific Oysters) and scores were determined by shucking time, shucked appearance, presence of shell, grit, broken shell cup, meat cut, and detaching the muscle from the shell. It was a shucking intense battle and I feared someone would lose a finger. Each competitor had their own technique. Whether it was staying low to the table, standing upright, using gloves, taping fingers, or in the way they lined up their oysters, this was serious business. It was interesting to see most of the nonCanadians shucking from the hand while most Canadians shucked on the table. The four finalists were all Canadian and kept close to the table. Third place was a tie with Jason Nagy from Montreal and Bob Skinner aka “Oyster Bob” (last year’s winner) from Ontario. The very confident Daniel Notkin from Montreal, who even snapped some iPhone photos of his oysters after beating his competitors, came in second. Vancouver contestants included Ian Peck from The Fish Shack and Issac Martin Del Campo from Rodney’s Oyster House. At what I call the “Oyster Olympics”, being a

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Starring Ryan Gosling, Kristin Scott Thomas Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn Every year at the Cannes Film Festival, one film emerges as everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favourite whipping boy. This spring, it appeared as though a number of critics were suffering some reviewerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remorse over the effusive praise they lavished on Nicolas Winding Refnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neon-hued, extremely violent Drive in 2011. Consequently, they attempted to balance the scales by panning Refnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neon-hued, extremely violent Only God Forgives. It seems quite likely that once calmer heads have prevailed a few years down the line, the Danish directorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest will be seen for what it is: another fever-dreamt, two-fisted offering from one of contemporary cinemaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading visual stylists. Furthermore, by penning his own screenplay on this occasion, Refn has ensured that he neednâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reconcile his singular sensibility with anyone elseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Consequently, as Julian (Driveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ryan Gosling, once again playing a posable, taciturn action figure) acts on his motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (Kristin Scott Thomas) orders to exact vengeance on his brotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s killer (Vithaya Pansringarm), weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re treated to a procession of immaculate, abstract depictions of Bangkokâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s glamorous underworld, no-holds-barred grudge matches, and affectless karaoke. As always with Refn, the formal beauty of his compositions contrasts the brutality contained within them. Admittedly, this isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a film suited for those who are prone to flinching. However, during the summer blockbuster season when the vast majority of multiplex offerings are all too eager to please, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something inspiring about a film that comes at you, chin jutted out, just daring you to take a swing. The world needs more directors like Refn who are spoiling for a fight. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Curtis Woloschuk

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Starring Charlie Hunnam, Idris Elba Directed by Guillermo Del Toro Making a $190-million Hollywood movie that is not a sequel or based on an existing franchise is a tough sell. Nobody knows this better than Guillermo Del Toro. The Mexican filmmaker is no stranger to critical acclaim (Panâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Labyrinth, Hellboy 2) but massive box office success eludes him.Â Therefore, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no surprise his latest monsters vs. robots epic Pacific Rim is a gamble. Based on a story from Travis Beacham, the sci-fi action adventure begins with a concise prologue â&#x20AC;&#x201D; gargantuan inter-dimensional aliens have been unleashed from a portal deep beneath the Pacific Ocean, and manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only hope for survival is to defend

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WHY DO WE MARCH? By the Canadian Olympic Team For a cause, for a celebration, because there is strength in numbers. We march because we’re excited, because we’re motivated and because we’re brave. Every two years, when Olympians march under the banner of sport, we are commemorating the Olympic values of Friendship, Respect and Excellence. Every Olympian has earned the right to be there, regardless of whom they love. On this, the Olympic Charter is clear: the practice of sport is a human right and everyone should be able to play and compete, free from discrimination of any kind. However for many athletes – during and after the game – that is simply not the case. For many LGBT athletes, discrimination, shame and a life of silence is a common reality both in and out of competition. From ignorance comes fear, and from the fear comes the ugliness that keeps too many athletes from being their best, simply because they extend too much energy and time pretending to be someone they aren’t. We know this has to change, and in Canada, step by step, it will. And it is. This is why members of the Canadian Olympic Team will be marching in Pride Parades across

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debut album, “Serotonin”, with live performances by Omar Khan, Sophia Danai, and Chin Injeti at the flagship store on West Cordova July 11. 2 Gallery owner Douglas Reynolds, realtor Blair Smith and Plum Livings’ Dean Malone at Out On Screen’s 25th anniversary celebration July 11 at Performance Works. 3 GM Kayla Nishino with musical guest Joe Keithley of D.O.A. at the Band Beer Project x Tap Takeover Dinner at The Three Brits Public House July 9. 4 Barry Benson (the ‘B’ in Vancouver’s R&B Brewing; left), and Ron Dyck (right), with son Ian Dyck of Penticton’s Cannery Brewing, sampled their new craft beers at the

Three Brits four-course pairing dinner. The beers were created with clever Canadian band names such as ‘D.O.Ale’ and ‘Pink Mountainhops’ as part of the CBC’s twitter Band Beer project. 5 Server manager Simone Clifton and chef du cuisine Andrew Smith at the new Flying Pig location in Gastown. 6 Catch 122 Cafe and Bistro owners Tammy Siu and Brent Kyle celebrate their Gastown location’s first anniversary July 10. 7 Olympians Luke Ramsay and Nikola Girke lent their support and sailing expertise to the Easter Seals Charity Regatta, which raised $165,000 for the Vancouver Easter Seals House on July 13.

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Make Your Home Safe for Independent Living Are you a low-income senior or a person with a disability who wants to live safely and independently in the comfort of your home? Do you have difficulty performing day-to-day activities? Does your home need to be adapted to meet your changing needs? If so, you may be eligible for financial assistance under the Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program. Find out today if you are eligible and if you meet all of the requirements as a low-income homeowner or as a landlord applying on behalf of an eligible tenant.

To apply or learn more, visit www.bchousing.org/HAFI You can also contact BC Housing: Phone: 604-646-7055 Toll-free: 1-800-407-7757 (ext. 7055)

HAFI adapts homes for B.C. seniors and people with disabilities

Brenda has always been an active woman. However, recent health issues including osteoarthritis in her left knee and losing kidney function have slowed her down. Her mobility is limited and she is now on dialysis three days a week. To adjust to her changed circumstances, Brenda sought help with her daily living activities. Part of that help came from the Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program offered through BC Housing. Launched in January 2012, the HAFI program provides financial assistance to help eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities adapt their homes so they can continue to live independently. Brenda applied for a new walk-in bathtub because she couldn’t safely get out of the tub on her own. Walk-in tubs include additional safety measures such as anti-slip floors, grab bars, and a very low step in. Home adaptations may also include handrails in halls or stairs, ramps for

easier access, easy-to-reach work and storage areas in the kitchen, lever handles on doors or faucets, walk-in showers, and bathtub grab bars and seats. Brenda is a strong advocate for the program and has even shared HAFI brochures with nurses in the renal unit where she undergoes dialysis. If you or someone you know is having difficulty performing day-to-day activities safely and independently – the HAFI program may be able to help. Since the program began, more than 300 households completed renovations with HAFI financial assistance, making it possible for seniors and people with disabilities to continue to live in the safety and comfort of their home.

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or months, vehicular traffic along the popular West 4th shopping strip was complicated by the presence of municipal crews upgrading the sewers and other infrastructure. Roads were torn up, delays were frequent and drivers tended to avoid the area. Last Thursday, representatives of the West 4th BIA, the mayor’s office and Brand Live gathered

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to applaud the early completion of the work, just in time for last Saturday’s Khatsahlano festival. “West 4th is open for business and better than ever,” Mayor Gregor Robertson declared. The street is one of the city’s gems, “a fantastic place for people to shop and enjoy,” he said, adding that 200 city personnel were involved in the projects. “There’s no question it was difficult for businesses but the city’s team was fantastic,” said West 4th BIA president Susan

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Full time Heavy Duty Mechanic Chilliwack, BC The successful candidate must have experience on all types of equipment & transport trucks. Mechanic must have their own hand tools. This position requires the ability to work in all weather conditions with minimal supervision. 3rd & 4th year apprentices may be considered. Excellent wage & benifit package. Email resume to: reception@kirknessgroup.com

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Full-Time CAREGIVER F/T Live-In Caregiver needed in central Richmond for private residence. Must have completed Canadian Secondary or equiv., 6 months training, or 1 year nanny work experience required. Police clearance necessary. Someone of good moral character. $15/hr. Email: joj_guzman@yahoo.com Call:604.370.1585 Fax: 604.207.0067

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Journeyman Fabricators / Welders For heavy steel shop.

Journeyman Machinists -CNC/Boring Mill/Conventional Competitive Wages & Beneﬁts 4 -10 Hour Shifts Fax resume: 604.524.9480 or e-mail:jobops@axton.ca CHEVALLIER GEO-CON LTD Rocky Mountain House, Alberta requires experienced Cat, Hoe, Mulcher Operators, servicing Western Canada. Safety tickets required. Fax resume to 403-844-2735. FULL TIME Positions. Wanted skilled fiberglass shop workers, enumeration to follow skill level, benefit package will be included after 3 months. Chop gun experience a asset. Must have own transportation can start immediately (full time positions) please send resume to precisionfibre@gmail.com (Port Kells location)

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WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $180 or Well Rotted 10 yds - $200. 604-856-8877

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P/B blue males Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN $1000 604-308-5665

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New Nelson Lake Front Home 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, 2200 sq’ 1100 sq’ unfinished basement, double garage and large sundeck. The home features inslab heating for basement, forced air heating w/heat pump, A/C, HW on demand, gas FP, hide a hose vacuum + BBQ outlet. Yard fully landscaped with in ground sprinklers and staircase to your own beach. The home is certified energuide 80 with the majority of windows triple glazed promising comfortable living both winter and summer with minimal energy costs no worries about septic fields or community water systems protected by 10 5 2 home warranty. 1101 Sproat Drive (John’s Walk) $729,000 inclu taxes call Bill 250-226-7809

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

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PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833

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ENGLISH BULLDOG P/B Pups. CKC reg’d. 3 Beautiful healthy 9/wk old females. 1st Shots, 2 Year Health Guarantee. Micro-chipped. $2800. Ph: 604-302-9417 (Mission).

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CUTE 6 mo/old female Chinese Crested Powder Puff pup $700. To a good family home. 604-422-0977

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CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

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Wanted Experienced Mobile Trailer Mechanic

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263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE Axton Incorporated is Hiring!

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AUTO CREDIT - Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply at: uapplyudrive.CA or Call toll free 1.877.680.1231

AUTO FINANCING

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LESLIE KAREN MARSHALL, late of Vancouver, BC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above-named deceased are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned at 3rd Floor, 612 View St., Victoria, BC V8W 1J5 before Aug 9, 2013, after which date the Executor will distributed the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which she then has notice. JULIANNA MARSHALL Executor By her Solicitors HORNE COUPAR

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Cascades Extreme Paper Towels

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16%

31%

500g product of Canada

Woolwich Goat Brie Cheese

bags or bins

5.99

165g • reg 8.99

2/5.00

395-410g product of Germany

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assorted varieties

from SAVE from 11%

10.99

assorted varieties

6.99

400g • product of USA

Hot Kid Rice Crackers

Mr. Spice Organic Sauces

assorted varieties

2/4.00

4.49

100g • product of China

500g

product of Canada

Tyrrell's English Crisps 150g • product of UK

Sourdough Multiseed Bread

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Glutino Gluten Free Pretzels

2/5.00

Bakery Department

Balderson Cheese

2 roll product of Canada

2.99

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Walnut or All Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies 300g 12 pack

Rice Bakery

298g • product of USA

Genuine Health

WOW! Activrecover+

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45.99

722g

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Genuine Health Activfuel+

45.99

470g

Quantum Super Lysine+

14.99

Seedsational Brown Rice Bread

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Health Care Department

Activfuel+ is specially formulated for use before and during exercise of all intensities.

reg 6.99

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20% off regular retail price

Activrecover+ provides all the nutrients your body needs to recover from a workout, rebuild, re-energize, and restore.

600g reg price 4.49

5.99

Organic Beans

2.00 off

regular retail price 525g

90 tablets

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Choices Markets’ Wellness Library

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1lb pack

product of Canada

Bulk Department

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5.49

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5.49

3.98

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assorted varieties

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product of Canada

half

Dr. Oetker Casa Di Mama Frozen Pizzas liquid or creamed

.98lb/ 2.16kg

assorted varieties

regular retail price

assorted varieties

4.99

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1.00 off

2/7.00

750ml +deposit +eco fee product of UK

product of USA

B.C. Grown Red Hot House Tomatoes on the Vine

whole

R.W. Knudsen Spritizers

assorted varieties

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1.98lb/ 4.37kg

Heirloom Beans from GBE Family Farm in Chilliwack, B.C.

Roasted Specialty Chickens

assorted varieties

2.99

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Bottle Green Sparkling Pressè

assorted varieties, jugs or cartons

Organic Red or Green Seedless Grapes

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