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YVR hosted a very special send-off last month for members of Special Olympics British Columbia’s Team BC, who were heading to the 2012 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in Alberta.

Athletes, coaches, supporters and fans congregated in the airport’s Public Observation Area, where the excitement was palpable as the team of 109 athletes and 34 volunteer coaches prepared to compete at the Games, which ran from February 28 to March 3.

As part of the celebratory send-off, sup-porters signed a banner with their well wishes for the athletes competing in a num-ber of winter sports such as snowshoeing,

cross-country skiing and speed-skating. “The athletes and coaches who have

qualified for Team BC are an extremely impressive group,” said Leslie Thornley, Chef de Mission for Team BC 2012. “These athletes performed so well in the provincial championships this year, and I can’t wait to see the personal bests and sportsmanship that they will show as they compete on the national stage. Special Olympics Canada Games offer amazing opportunities for B.C. athletes to enrich their lives as they strive to meet their goals in national competition, meet other athletes from all over the coun-try and expand their horizons through this unique experience.”

The Canada Winter Games are the step-ping stone to the Special Olympics World Winter Games held in South Korea in 2013.

To find our more information, including details on Team BC’s results, visit specialo-lympics.bc.ca.

YVR celebrated Special Olympics British Columbia’s Team BC

Members of Special Olympics British Columbia’s Team BC celebrate at YVR on February 27 before flying to Alberta to compete at the 2012 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games.

It was all about hockey, all day, at the Richmond Olympic Oval last month, when more than 16,000 fans flocked to the Oval to celebrate as part of the 12th annual Hockey Day in Canada.

Vancouver Airport Authority was proud to be an event partner with the City of Richmond for the celebration, which included a celebrity ball-hockey game that squared off teams comprised of ex-Canucks, media personalities, members of Canada’s men’s floorball team and members of Richmond City Council.

The game was a shutout with Team Kurtenbach beating Team Linden 2-0.

A main attraction was former Vancouver Canucks Captain, Trevor Linden. Fans lined up for hours for a chance to get their picture taken and an autograph with their beloved number 16.

Other highlights included the “leg-

ends” exhibit from the Hockey Hall of Fame; a huge Marketplace full of collectibles and memorabilia available for sale; an interactive fun zone for

fans to test their skills; and a Pacific International Junior Hockey League game pitting rival teams, the Richmond Sockeyes and the North Delta Devils.

And, of course, the CBC broadcast games featuring seven Canadian NHL teams on the big screen for fans to enjoy.

An iconic British Columbian com-pany renowned for its sweets—Rogers’ Chocolates—opened its first airport loca-tion at YVR this month.

Canada’s first chocolatier, Charles “Candy” Rogers, began making choco-lates in 1885 in the back of his grocery shop in Victoria, B.C. Today, Rogers’ Chocolates is a local institution that con-tinues to satisfy the sweet tooth of mil-lions every year through its fine choco-late products—still hand-wrapped.

Located after security near Gate 44 in Domestic Departures, the new YVR location features a full chocolate case that allows travellers to design their own choco-late boxes with everything from truffles to coveted Victoria Creams.

And, as part of its 125th anniversary

celebrations, Rogers’ Chocolates also has a larger-than-life historical tribute on dis-play after security in Domestic Departures (across from its new store location).

The installation at YVR provides an in-depth look at the history of Canada’s premier chocolatier.

The Airport Authority is pleased to support the Emergency Expansion Project at Richmond Hospital.

Earlier this month, Vancouver Airport Authority vice president of community and environmental affairs, Anne Murray (middle), pre-sented a $100,000 cheque to Claude Stang, program man-ager emergency services, and Natalie Meixner, president and CEO, both of Richmond Hospital Foundation.

The funds will go towards equipment purchases and an emergency department rede-sign.

Canadian tradition marked in Richmond

((Left) Young hockey fans take to the rink as part of the 12th annual Hockey Day in Canada. (Above) Anne Murray, Vancouver Airport Authority’s vice president of community and environmental affairs (left to right), celebrates all things hockey with Trevor Linden (centre), former Vancouver Canucks Captain, and Malcolm Brodie, Mayor of Richmond.

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March 1 marked the two-year anni-versary of the busiest day in YVR’s his-tory—March 1, 2010, a day that conjured up feelings of nostalgia for many who work at YVR.

In addition to thinking back to planning for and welcoming the more than 1.3-mil-lion visitors who travelled through YVR during Games-time, many Vancouver Airport Authority employees have also been paying their Olympic experience forward to London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR).

This summer, Heathrow will welcome millions of visitors and 80 per cent of the Olympic and Paralympic Family for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The fourth largest airport in the world—which sees approximately four times the number of passengers who trav-el through YVR—Heathrow is tapping

into YVR’s knowledge and experience in operations, employee engagement, com-munications and more.

In the summer of 2011, officials from Heathrow spent a week with YVR rep-resentatives to tour terminals and learn about the tools, tips and techniques that could help Heathrow turn in a gold-medal performance.

Members of the YVR team have also been invited to Heathrow to review that airport’s preparations and pass on details of YVR’s intense focus on planning and practice, and strategy to build and nurture relationships, encourage innovation and recognize team achievements.

Heathrow has even taken a page out of YVR’s book and is building a remote terminal for athletes only. Its ‘Games Terminal’ is modeled after the Sea Island Remote Terminal.

NEXUS members flying to the United States through YVR will now be able to use their NEXUS cards to access desig-nated security lines for faster pre-board screening.

YVR, one of eight Canadian airports included in the expanded service, already has dedicated NEXUS security screening lines at main domestic and international checkpoints.

NEXUS is a bi-national Canada-United States program for pre-approved, low-risk travellers entering Canada and the United States at designated air, land and marine ports of entry.

When travelling by air, NEXUS speeds up border clearance by offering mem-bers expedited passage by using self-serve kiosks.

The designated security screening lines for NEXUS members are implemented by Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) and Transport Canada in coop-eration with the Canada Border Services Agency, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

For more information and/or to apply for NEXUS, visit nexus.gc.ca.

Like moths to a flame, there is nothing that draws a cluster of passengers waiting for a flight than the search for an elusive power outlet.

Most airport terminals were built well before the invention of portable technology and that means power outlets can be few and far between.

At YVR, the Airport Authority is always looking for ways to improve the airport experience and as such has recently installed 110 charging stations throughout the main and south terminals, with an addi-

tional five more on the way. Passengers will no longer need huddle on the floor to access a power outlet since these charging stations are located right between the seats, allowing for quick, convenient power.

Each station features six 120-volt com-mercial grade power outlets and two USB ports, allowing users to charge all of their devices at once.

Next time you’re flying through YVR, choose a seat near a charging station, get out your laptop and take advantage of the airport’s free WiFi.

Paying the Olympic knowledge forward

Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport was officially dedicated by Queen Elizabeth II in 2008. Built at a cost 4.3-billion pounds, the terminal consists of a four-storey main terminal building and two satellite buildings linked by an underground people mover transit system.

NEXUS expands at YVR

The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, announced last month that NEXUS members flying to the United States will be able to use NEXUS cards in designated security lines for pre-board screening at YVR, and seven other Canadian airports.

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YVR was featured on television screens across the country when the highly popular science program, The Discovery Channel’s Daily Planet, went behind the scenes at Canada’s first Ground Run-up Enclosure (GRE).

The massive, three-sided facility, which is designed to reduce noise from engine run-ups conducted as part of regular air-craft maintenance, was the subject of the investigative segment Embedded with Mark Miller.

Representatives of Vancouver Airport Authority’s environment team toured host Miller and his crew around and inside the GRE for an in-depth view of how the facility works to reduce noise in the community.

As well as daytime filming of the various design innovations used to reduce noise, the crew also returned at night when, thanks to cooperation from Pacific Coastal Airlines, it joined aircraft maintenance

engineer Aaron Rique to taxi a Saab 340 into the GRE to perform a run-up.

The crew also filmed Miller with a decibel metre to see how much noise was produced inside the facility, which was then used to gauge the reduction when standing outside the facility. Not surpris-ingly, the readings showed a marked differ-ence inside and outside the GRE.

The GRE works by effectively re-directing noise up rather than out, while also absorbing it with specialized panels perforated by several louvered vents for aerodynamic purposes. It is the first structure of its kind at a Canadian com-mercial airport, and is an integral com-ponent in YVR’s Noise Management Plan.

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A Pacific Coastal Airlines Saab 340 aircraft is used to demonstrate a run-up at YVR’s Ground Run-up Enclosure (GRE). The 67- by 80-metre steel enclosure cuts engine run-up noise heard in nearby residential neighbourhoods by up to half.

British Columbia has eliminated the aviation fuel tax for international flights, effective April 1, in an effort to encourage new air services, increase frequencies, cre-ate jobs and offer travellers more choice.

Aviation fuel tax relief is an important strategy that supports Canada’s Pacific Gateway. It makes it easier for airports in B.C. to compete for international traffic with airports in other jurisdictions such as Alberta and Washington State that do not have an aviation fuel tax.

“Expanded air service to and from YVR contributes substantially to British Columbia’s economy, with every new daily international flight creating between 150 and 200 jobs at the airport, adding to the 23,600 people who currently work at YVR,” said Larry Berg, president and CEO of Vancouver Airport Authority.

“B.C.’s proximity to the Asia-Pacific region makes the province ideally situated to take advantage of a growing demand for Canadian products such as coal, forest products, seafood, liquefied natural gas and

potash. More flights will give B.C. busi-nesses greater access to foreign markets, including the growing economies of China, India, Korea and Japan,” said Berg.

The change provides greater financial certainty for airlines, allowing them to invest in expansion with more confidence. The elimination of this tax will save airlines approximately $12-million in 2012-13.

Since the Government of B.C. announced plans to eliminate the aviation fuel tax and support YVR’s growth plans in September 2010, the Airport Authority has signed agreements with 22 airlines to encourage the expansion of flights to YVR.

The Airport Authority and its airline partners are also hard at work on other initiatives, including a five-year incentive program to increase routes and capacity at YVR. The additional flights expected by 2020 will enable B.C. companies to access more markets and customers, as well as a wider base of suppliers, business partners and employees.

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In response to WestJet’s announced plans to launch a new low-cost regional airline by 2013, Canada’s Bombardier Aerospace and French-Italian manufactur-er ATR are pitching their turboprop aircraft for flight service.

Bombardier has prepared a special 78-seat Q400 NextGen airliner for WestJet flight demonstration. The Q400 features a custom livery with the wording: “Proudly made in Canada and flying everywhere,” heralding the Q400 NextGen turboprop’s worldwide operational success and paying homage to the WestJet brand.

“The demonstration flight [pro-vides] an opportunity to showcase two of

Canada’s leading national companies,” said Mike Arcamone, president, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “The Q400 NextGen airliner is the fastest new-technology turbo-prop, providing both jet speed and turbo-prop fuel efficiency. This allows airlines to successfully deploy the aircraft in a variety of markets ranging from typical short-haul turboprop markets to longer-haul jet replacement opportunities.

“The Q400 NextGen aircraft’s opera-tional flexibility, low-cost operation, reduced environmental impact and onboard experience are ideally suited to WestJet’s planned regional airline,” said Arcamone.

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aircraft is approximately US$30-million ATR is demonstrating its 78-seat ATR

72–600, which features the latest techno-logical enhancements, low fuel burn and operating costs.

The aircraft’s new Pratt & Whitney 127M engine provides five per cent addi-tional thermodynamic power at takeoff, improving performance on short runways, in hot weather and at high altitude. The incorporation of a “boost function” enables use of additional power as needed, only when called for by take-off conditions.

Speaking at a January 18, 2012 press conference in Paris, ATR CEO Filippo Bagnato said that ATR 72-600s had com-

pleted more than 3,000 flights since enter-ing service last August, achieving 99.7-per cent dispatch-rate reliability.

Bagnato also said that in the market for 50- to 90-seat aircraft, turboprops now account for some 85 per cent of orders, of which ATR had achieved a 70-per cent market share. “Turboprops, and particu-

larly ATRs, appear more and more to be the right solution for regional aviation,” said Bagnato.

The pitches by Bombardier and ATR are in response to a request for proposal from WestJet for up to 40 turboprop air-craft for the proposed new regional air-line.

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Bombardier’s specially prepared Q400 NextGen aircraft heading to WestJet’s Calgary head office.Founded in 1981, ATR has sold approximately 1,200 aircraft to more than 186 operators based in 90 countries. Its 72-600 aircraft is a twin-engine turboprop that seats up to 78 passengers in a single-class configuration and is operated by a two-pilot crew.

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More than 1,000 Parent and Grandparent Super Visa applications have been approved in less than three months since the Canadian Government’s Super Visa program took flight.

The overall approval rate is 77 per cent of applications, according to Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney.

In order to obtain a Super Visa, appli-cants must submit proof that the host child or grandchild meets a minimum income, demonstrate that they have purchased comprehensive Canadian medical insur-ance and undergo the Immigration Medical

Examination. Almost 99 per cent of Super Visa

applicants who met these requirements also went on to meet all other standard admis-sibility criteria which are required for all visa applicants.

As of February 26, 2012, 80 per cent of the finalized Super Visa applications were processed to a final decision within 41 cal-endar days, well below the government’s target of eight weeks.

As application volumes ramp up, Citizenship and Immigration Canada will continue to aim for a Super Visa processing time of eight weeks or less.

Super Visa approvals soar to new heights

March is Fraud Prevention Month across Canada and around the world.

Fraud comes in many different forms and one of the best forms of protec-

tion is through informing and learning about current fraudulent schemes being perpetrated.

One common fraud perpetrated on unsuspecting individuals is by fraud-sters posing as Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) officials in order to obtain per-sonal information.

Remember, the CRA does not use email to send information about refunds or benefit payments, doesn’t ask taxpay-ers to send personal information by email and does not leave a message with per-sonal information on voice mail.

If you receive an email or a phone call of that nature, don’t respond to it and call the CRA right away.

If you think you have been a victim of fraud, CRA urges you to notify your financial institution and the local police.

Fraud Prevention Month also offers an opportunity for CRA to remind Canadians that some individuals are sell-ing tax scams that have serious legal con-sequences. Remember the old adage: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

For more information on how to pro-tect against fraud, visit cra.gc.ca/fraud-prevention.

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By Dr. Amy Nunrha, DMD

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Aviation in Canada is a big part of the country’s lifestyle, connecting Canadians in large and small communities with one another; contributing to the health of the economy and creating jobs. Canada was not the first country to take to the skies, but its contribution to aviation has been significant.

For example, annual sales of Canadian aerospace products and services total more than $20-billion, with exports of aero-space goods and services approaching $17-billion.

February 23 was first designated National Aviation Day in Canada in 2009. This occasion highlights the Government of Canada’s role in aviation safety for all Canadians and celebrates the successes of our industry worldwide.

This year, the Government of Canada celebrated Canada’s fourth National Aviation Day and the aviation industry’s future leaders by launching a new intern-ship program for senior high school stu-dents interested in civil aviation.

The Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) Student Internship Program is a paid, two-month summer work term at Transport Canada headquarters in Ottawa.

The internship is open to students currently enrolled in grades 11 and 12, Secondary V or the first year of CEGEP. Applicants must be fluent in either English or French and be prepared to submit a letter of reference from a teacher and a parental consent form.

Students must complete the online application and submit an essay by April 30, 2012 in order to be considered. The successful intern will be notified by June 8, 2012.

For more information on the eligi-bility requirements and the online appli-cation process for the Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) Student Internship Program and National Aviation Day, visit tc.gc.ca/aviation-day.

Following are some of Canada’s achievements in aviation during the past 100 years.• 1909–OnFebruary23,theSilverDart

flies nearly 800 m in Baddeck, Nova Scotia, marking Canada’s first pow-ered, heavier-than-air flight.

• 1915 – The first series production ofaircraft in Canada commenced when the Curtiss JN-3 was put into produc-tion in Toronto.

• 1919 – Bush pilots–able to spot for-est fires and responsible for mapping

and transporting fire fighters and their equipment–were vital to the discovery and early development of Canada’s nat-ural resources. In June, La Vigilance, a Curtiss HS-2Ls, performed the world’s first commercial bush flight in the St. Maurice Valley north of Trois-Rivières, Québec.

• 1919 – The first direct trans-Atlan-tic flight was made from St. John’s Newfoundland to Clifden, Ireland by John Alcock and Arthur Whitten Brown in a twin-engined Vickers Vimy bomber.

• 1920–TheRoyalCanadianAirForceis formed.

• 1930s–Canadamovesmorefreightbyair than the rest of the world combined. Air traffic control, flight plans, fixed routes, designated levels and radio con-tact, soundproof cabins and flight atten-dants are introduced.

• 1934–JessicaJarvisbecomesthefirstwoman in Canada to earn her commer-cial pilot’s licence.

• 1937–ThegovernmentcreatesTrans-Canada Airlines (which became Air

Canada in 1964) to meet Canada’s need for a transcontinental service.

• 1938–Thefirstcoast-to-coastpassen-ger service begins on March 6.

• 1944–TheInternationalCivilAviationOrganization (ICAO) was founded with the signing of the Convention on International Civil Aviation. Canada was one of the original 52 member states, and since 1945 the organization has been headquartered in Montreal.

• 1958–OnMarch18,theAvroCF-105Arrow makes its first high-speed flight.

• 1964 –MostmajorCanadian airportsaccommodate long-range jet aircraft. Instrument landing systems at airports help ensure the safety of rapidly grow-ing numbers of air travellers.

• 1999 – Canada leads the world bybeing the first country to implement safety management systems (SMS) as a new way to eliminate safety risks in civil aviation.

• 2008 – Canada’s Bombardier, Inc,the world’s third-largest civil aircraft maker, unveils its ‘green’ CSeries fam-ily of fuel-efficient jets.

Celebrating Canada’s air transportation safety, strength and success

The Canadian government has appointed David Emerson, Canada’s former minister for industry, trade and foreign affairs to lead a year-long review of Canada’s aerospace policies.

Christian Paradis, the current federal industry minister, said the review will examine how government, industry and other key stakeholders can address key issues facing the aerospace and space sectors.

Paradis said the work being done by the review will form the framework for co-operation between government and the aerospace and space sectors going forward.

The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) and its member companies issued a state-ment of approval on the appointment of Emerson.

“Mr. Emerson is a seasoned lead-er and strategic thinker,” said David Schellenberg, chairman of the AIAC Board of Directors. “His impressive experience in public policy development acquired as the head of various public organizations, his private sector back-ground, and his thorough understanding of global economic forces shaping the Canadian geo-political landscape give him the perfect combination of skills and experience to execute this mandate.”

Among the elements Emerson and an advisory panel will examine are what impact existing programs and policies are having and what alternative policies the government should consider.

AIAC said and its member firms will play an active role in the Aerospace Review process through the creation of six working groups to provide the Review Head and the Advisory Council with practical solutions and recommen-dations to improve federal aerospace policies and programs and enhance the Canadian aerospace industry’s competitiveness.

“The Canadian aerospace industry is currently the fifth largest in the world and employs 80,000 Canadians from coast-to-coast,” said Schellenberg. “To compete globally, our industry needs the right government policies and pro-grams to take advantage of outstanding opportunities for growth in the future. A competitive Canadian aerospace industry will result in more high-skilled jobs and other benefits to the Canadian economy.”

Emerson, who was president and chief executive officer of Vancouver Airport Authjority from 1992 to 1997, will report his findings to the industry minister in late 2012.

Early detection of oral cancer vital

Question: I smoke a couple of ciga-rettes socially; do I need to be concerned about oral cancer?

Answer: Yes. Oral cancer is the 6th most common

cancer in the world. The lifetime prob-ability of developing oral cancer in Canada is 1 in 73 for men and 1 in 151 for women. Sadly, the mortality rate for oral cancer has not decreased in the last 30 years. In North America, someone dies of oral cancer every hour of every day. Found late, the five-year survival rate is poor at 32 per cent. Found early, while still localized to the primary site, the five-year survival rate is good at 83 per cent.

Clearly, finding oral cancer in its early stages is the key. With early detection, sur-vival rates are high, and side effects from treatment are low.

Traditional risk factors that can contrib-ute to oral cancer are tobacco use, alcohol use and a previous history of oral cancer. While males over the age of 40 have tra-ditionally been most at risk, in the last 20 years there has been a 60 per cent increase in oral cancer in adults under the age of 40. Twenty-five per cent of these cases have NO traditional risk factors.

Over the last four decades, the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), known for its role in cervical cancer, has been showing up in increasing numbers of oral cancer cases, both with and without the established risk factors of tobacco and alcohol use.

The dental team at the Vancouver Airport Dental Centre uses the VELscope Vx as an early detection screening device for pre-cancer, oral cancer and other oral disease. This revolutionary hand-held device has been featured on the television shows such as The Doctors and Dr. Oz, is approved by the FDA and is recognized by the World Health Organization.

The VELscope helps to identify oral disease before it is visible under ordinary light while it is easiest to treat and in its most curable stages. The examination is completely safe, takes less than three min-utes and does not involve any radiation, rinses, dyes or patient discomfort.

The VELscope works using tissue fluo-rescence. Under its light, abnormal tissue appears as an irregular, dark area that stands out against the surrounding healthy tissue. In addition to pre-cancer and oral cancer it can also discover disorders such as lichen planus, candidiasis, squamous

papillomas, salivary gland tumours and bacterial and viral infections.

The Oral Cancer Foundation recom-mends that an oral cancer screening exam be done every year. For those who engage in known risk factors, it should be done more frequently. Oral cancer screenings are painless, quick and inexpensive. Like other common cancer screenings such as cervical, prostate or breast, oral cancer screenings are an effective means of find-ing cancer at its early, more curable stages.

Most dental offices perform a vis-ible oral cancer screening using ordinary light without the use of a VELscope. The Vancouver Airport Dental Centre is proud to provide the most advanced standards of care available and has incorporated the use of the VELscope as part of clients’ regular cleaning and check-up appointments. Most dental insurance plans reimburse the cost of this potentially life-saving examination. Signs & symptoms of oral cancer

Other health conditions can have the same signs and symptoms as oral cancer, so having any of the following symptoms does not necessarily mean a person has cancer. However, it is important to see a dentist about:• anulcerorsoreinthemouththat

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Earlier this month, thousands of Air Canada customers, employees and sup-pliers took part in an open house event in Toronto to kick off a year-long celebration of the airline’s 75th anniversary.

The centerpiece of the festivities was a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, the world’s new-est and most modern commercial aircraft, which made its inaugural visit to Canada.

Air Canada has 37 firm orders plus 13 options for the Dreamliner, with first deliv-ery of the aircraft in 2014.

In addition to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner visit, Air Canada marked a number of events and announcements at the event.• The launch of the Air Canada

Foundation, to manage the airline’s community investment programs and raise the profile of the causes Air Canada and its employees support. The Air Canada Foundation, which will be a registered charity, builds on the former Kids’ Horizons Program with a continuing focus on the health and wellness of children and youth. The Foundation’s mission is to help bring sick children to the medical care they need, support organizations that alleviate child poverty, and make the wishes of sick and disadvantaged children come true. It will achieve these aims by supporting pediatric hospitals, raising funds and provid-ing other assistance to charitable organizations.

• ThereleaseofaseriesofCanadaPostPicture Postage stamps. Air Canada has commissioned five stamps featuring different aircraft from its fleet over the past 75 years. Aircraft included in the series are the: Douglas DC-3, 1947; Vickers Vanguard, 1961; Boeing 747-100, 1971; Airbus 340-541, 1999; and Boeing 777-300 ER, 2007. These collectors’ stamps will be available for purchase at aircanada.com in the near future.

• A 75-year retrospective fashion showof more than 30 vintage uniforms from each decade of Air Canada’s histo-ry. The uniforms were recreated in Montreal’s fashion district and capture the romance and zeitgeist of their par-ticular era. From sober gabardine in the 1930s to the mod 1960s and plaids of the 1970s, the show highlighted the evolution of Air Canada’s distinctive styling.

• Air Canada’s Lockheed L-10A air-craft. Named after a bright star in the Pleiades star cluster, the 10A Electra was the pride of the Lockheed Aircraft Corporation, and in 1937 was the first passenger aircraft in the fleet of Trans-Canada Air Lines, as Air Canada was originally named. In the 1930s, this twin-engine, all-metal monoplane was the exciting new face of commercial aviation. The airline had a fleet of five of these 10-passenger aircraft and one of the originals still certified to fly was on display, making a stunning contrast with the new Dreamliner.Air Canada is Canada’s largest domes-

tic and international airline serving more than 180 destinations on five continents. In 2011, Air Canada was ranked Best International Airline in North America in a worldwide survey of more than 18-million airline passengers conducted by Skytrax, an independent research firm.

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Air Canada has commissioned five postage stamps featuring different aircraft from its fleet over the past 75 years, which will be available for purchase in the near future.

Boeing 787 Dreamliner made its inaugural visit to Canada as part of Air Canada’s 75th anniversary celebrations. Air Canada will take its first delivery of a Dreamliner in 2014.

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Born in 1923 in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, Stanley George Reynolds was a business man, aviator, collector, and philanthropist.

He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force at 19 years old and flew Mosquitos in night-fighter squadrons defending England during World War II. When he returned home to Wetaskiwin after the war, he opened a used car dealership, which over the years grew to include sales of new cars, farm machinery and industrial equipment. It was through his automobile dealership that Reynolds obtained his first collector car, a 1911 Overland that he took in on a trade and deemed too interesting to resell.

Reynolds didn’t stop flying, however; in fact, he would fly over the farms and towns of Alberta looking for old cars, trucks, and machinery to collect. By 1955, Reynolds had amassed enough of a collec-tion to warrant opening it to the public as

a museum, one that focused less on expen-sive and rare artifacts and more on things that had been thoroughly used, illustrating “everyday, gritty Alberta life.”

In 1974, Reynolds, then owner of the Reynolds Museum, approached the Government of Alberta with the idea of developing a spectacular new muse-um, and the resulting Reynolds-Alberta Museum grew from one man’s dream to an internationally recognized provincial treasure.

The provincially owned and operated Reynolds-Alberta Museum is named after the Reynolds Family in recognition of the cultural and historic significance of Stan Reynolds’ donations of vehicles, aircraft from the golden age of aviation, agricul-tural equipment and industrial machines.

Reynolds has been recognized for his contributions to the preservation of his-

tory with the Order of Canada, the Alberta Order of Excellence and in 2009 was inducted as a member of Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame for his role in preserving

Canada’s aviation history.The Reynolds-Alberta Museum will

hold a memorial for Reynolds on Saturday, May 12, 2012.

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Air travel is generally safe for preg-nant women, but travelling while pregnant does come with some warnings. Online travel website Cheapflights has produced a useful guide that offers stress-reducing tips and information guidelines on flying while pregnant. The guide covers every-thing from when to fly to how to stay healthy in the air and after you’ve arrived at your destination. It also details the poli-cies of the major airlines serving Canada and is accompanied by practical advice from third party experts on managing air travel and pregnancy, as well as some suggestions for products to help smooth the travel process.

Here is a brief sample of top tips to help ensure safe and comfortable air travel when pregnant.

Healthy air travel• Stay hydrated. Dehydration on air-

planes can be more acute during preg-nancy, so drink plenty of caffeine-free, non-alcoholic fluids before, during and after the flight.

• Wear your seatbelt continuously tominimize risk of injury from unpredict-able turbulence.

• Wear support hose and shoes withadjustable straps in case your feet swell.

• Asalwayswithflying,getupandwalkaround the cabin every two hours or more.

When to fly• According to the Society of

Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, air travel is safest for pregnant women before the 20th week of preg-nancy. If you are considering a flight during your pregnancy, check with both your doctor and the airline before you book. General consensus in the medi-cal community suggests it is best not to travel pregnant before 12 weeks due to morning sickness and the potentially increased risk of miscarriage. Though many pregnant women have no trouble flying in their first trimester, it is always better to err on the safe side. Consult with your physician.

• A frequent concern among pregnantflyers is the exposure to naturally occurring cosmic radiation during a flight. However, the risks to both the passenger and fetus are considered neg-ligible as the radiation exposure of even the longest flight is around 15 per cent of the recommended exposure limit of one millisievert per year.

• Itisalsorecommendedthatup-to-date

immunizations are maintained, in case the need to travel coincides with preg-nancy. Consult your physician if you are travelling to destinations requiring vaccinations.

Each airline has its own rules• Ifyou’rebookingyourflightswithan

agent, let them know that you’re preg-nant when you book your flight and check that you are permitted to fly.

• Ifbookingyouronline,besuretocheckthe airline’s website for its policies. It is worth calling ahead to alert the air-line about your pregnancy—this should also ensure that you get special service to keep you comfortable once onboard.

• Itisalsorecommendedthatyouavoidsmaller planes that fly below 2,100 metres and choose larger planes with pressurized cabins.

Make yourself comfortable• Reservingtherightseatontheairplane

can make a difference, especially dur-ing pregnancy. You will need to be able to get up and move around the plane.

• Try and reserve a spacious seatwhenbooking. Many airlines’ websites have information about the varying legroom on each of their seats. If you plan to

travel while pregnant, it is worth spend-ing a bit more to get more room.

• Itisworthnotingthattraditional“extralegroom” seats, such as those on the exit aisles, are often not permitted to those who are pregnant.

Flight insurance considerations • Pregnantwomen can be seen as rela-

tively high-risk, and many insurers will not provide air travel coverage if you have less than eight weeks to go before your due date. You could still claim losses unrelated to your pregnancy, but you might not be covered if you have to cancel your trip due to your pregnancy. To ensure peace of mind make sure you are aware of any air travel insurance policy limitations.

Vacation tipsOnce the flight’s over, it’s time to enjoy

the holiday. Here are a few more things to remember:• Skin is more sensitive during preg-

nancy, so wear stronger sunscreen than usual.

• Keepalistofnamesandnumberstobecontacted in case of emergency.

• Keepa listof localhospitals fromtheembassy or tourist board.

• Askyourdoctorbefore embarkingonany high-risk activities such as diving or water sports.Additionally, packing the right prod-

ucts that you may need onboard and com-fortable apparel to wear will add towards ensuring that flying while pregnant is as stress-free as possible.

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Last month, BCIT students took a break from their studies to participate or support par-ticipants in the BCIT Student Association (BCITSA) model airplane-throwing competi-tion called the Wright Brothers Flying Extravaganza

Held at the BCIT Aerospace Technology Campus (ATC) in Richmond, approximately 40 students went head-to-head in the 4th annual low-tech competition.

Teams of three were chal-lenged to construct planes from everyday office supplies, which were then flown from the sec-ond level balcony in the ATC. Winning teams were those who managed to send their Lego-man pilot to a safe landing on three consecutive attempts.

Prizes for best design, lon-gest time in the air and the

most spectacular crash were awarded.

The winning team based on the distance in which they safe-ly flew their Lego pilots were Team Oreo, winning a helicop-ter flight courtesy of Helijet.

Best design was won by Team Ramrod, with gifts cour-tesy of The Flying Beaver in Richmond.

A consolation prize for best crash went to team Planes OP.

The individual, single-sheet paper airplane flight contest was won by Dixon Yang with a distance of 32.3 meters. Yang, who won a tool chest courtesy of ATC staff, said his aircraft could have gone further if the room was bigger. Yang said his father taught him how to make the plane in his factory in Vietnam and credited him for the win.

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Team Oreo flew the longest distance safely and won a helicopter flight courtesy of Helijet.

Dixon Yang explained some of the secrets of his airplane design.

The annual Pacific Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Association (PAMEA) Symposium and trade show took place on January 27-28 at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Aerospace Technology YVR Campus.

The trade show drew exhibitors from as far away as Montreal and Winnipeg and was also attended by many B.C. companies.

There were many interesting forums presented by government, industry, educational, safety and legal representatives.

Some highlights included an induction ceremony to the Canadian AME Hall of Fame, for pioneer aircraft maintenance engineer and author Rex Terpening (Bent Props & Blow Pots) for his contribution to the advance-ment of aircraft maintenance and its associations.

Albert Walsh, a retired Royal Canadian Air Force Technical Captain was presented with the Robert Hope Pursuit of Excellence award. Walsh was instrumental in securing a hangar for the Cadet Squadron in Qualicum on Vancouver Island.

PAMEA is a non-profit association comprised of aircraft maintenance engineers, aircraft maintenance personnel and aviation industry corporate members.

For more information on the association, visit pamea.com.

The 2012 PAMEA trade show, held at the BCIT Aerospace Technology YVR Campus.

Delegates at one of the demonstration forums.

2012 PAMEA award recipients—Albert Walsh (left), received the Robert Hope Pursuit of Excellence Award and Rex Terpening, recipient of the AME Hall of Fame Award.

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Cathay Pacific Airways has taken delivery of a new Boeing 777-300ER, the airline’s first aircraft to feature its Premium Economy Class product and new long-haul Economy Class seats.

As well as introducing a totally new seat and entertainment system, Cathay Pacific has designed the entire custom-er experience to be more special for its Premium Economy Class passengers.

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Aircraft manufacturer Airbus is aiming to hire 4,000 people worldwide this year and has stated it is committed to ensuring that at least 25 per cent of its new recruits will be women, despite the low number of women studying engineering subjects.

Airbus is developing women’s careers at all levels of the company, with the objective being to broaden the company’s know-how and soft skills on managerial capabilities by increasing the number of women in management positions.

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Marie-Laure Roux, head of Airbus’ Saint-Eloi plant in Toulouse, France.Photo: H. Goussé, courtesy Airbus.

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One of the most favourite celebrations around the globe is St. Patrick’s Day, which is observed on March 17 each year. This date is synonymous with all things Irish: shamrocks, anything green or gold, lepre-chauns, good luck and enjoying a pint or two of Guinness.

So why is it celebrated on March 17? One theory is that this is the date at St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, died. However did you know that St. Patrick was not even Irish? Or that blue and not green was actually the colour most often associ-ated with St. Patrick? And that outside of Ireland, Montserrat and Newfoundland, Canada are the only other two places around the world where St. Patrick’s Day is a public holiday?

Here are some other fun tidbits about St. Patrick’s Day.• St.PatrickwasnotIrish;hewasfrom

Wales. He used the three-leaved sham-rock as a teaching tool to explain the Holy Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) to the pagan Irish.

• Irish immigrants arrived inCanada in1825. By 1867, they were the second largest ethnic group (after the French) and comprised 24 per cent of Canada’s population.

• Montrealishometooneofthelongest-running parades in North America. It goes back to 1824. The flag of Montreal has a shamrock, representing the Irish, in the bottom right corner. Along with

the English, French and Scottish, the Irish were one of the founding groups in the 19th century.

• Despite the profusion of everythinggreen on St. Patrick’s Day, the colour most often associated with the saint was blue. St. Patrick’s blue was considered symbolic of Ireland for many centu-ries and the Irish Presidential Standard is still blue. While small splashes of green were worn as far back as 1681, it was only when political factions started adopting the colour green that it became synonymous with St. Patrick’s Day.

• In Seattle,Washington, a green stripeis laid along the centre of 4th Avenue to mark the route of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The ceremony is carried out each year on March 16, the night before the parade (Friday, March 16, this year).

• The shamrock that is traditionallygiven to the U.S. president is grown in County Kerry. The Taoiseach (presi-dent of Ireland) and the president wear their green ties, pose for the media with the crystal bowl that overflows with the lush, green shamrock, exchange friendly words about Ireland-U.S. rela-tions and then the Secret Service take it away and destroy the plant.

• St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most-loved public holidays in Ireland, break-ing up the long stretch between New

Year’s and Easter. Although it was made an official holiday in 1903, it was only in the 1960s that one could drown the shamrock in a pub—pull the sham-rock off your lapel and throw it into the last drink of the night.

• Montserrat,awelcominghometoIrishslaves in the 17th century, is one of the few places outside Ireland where St. Patrick’s Day is a public holiday. Its festival runs for one week (March 10-19) with a Freedom Run, calypso

competition, nature hike and a recon-structed Slave Village teeming with stalls selling delicious African-Irish delicacies.

• Newfoundland, Canada has a provin-cial holiday on March 17, which marks its historic associations with Ireland. Generations of Irish immigrants have made their mark with place names such as St. Patrick’s, Patrick’s Cove, Ireland’s Eye and Kilbride.

• The green-dyed Shamrock Shake is

McDonald’s restaurants contribution to the feast of St. Patrick. The creation is 540 calories of minty-flavoured nectar topped off with whipped cream and a red cherry.Vancouver’s annual St. Patrick’s Day

Parade, part of Celtic Fest 2012, is the fes-tival’s largest and most popular free event. This year’s parade takes to the streets of downtown Vancouver on Sunday March 18, at 11am.

Happy St. Paddy’s Day!

Shamrocks, leprechauns and a pint or two

Aer Lingus, the national carrier of Ireland, with a shamrock on its tail fin.


Along with St. Patrick’s Day, the month of March also acknowledges International Women’s Day on March 8. This global day of recognition, which is even a national holiday in many countries such as China and Russia, celebrates the economic, politi-cal and social achievements of women.

From the iconic Amelia Earhart, the first woman ever to fly solo across the Atlantic, to tech-savvy entrepreneur Brittany Laughlin, co-founder of a social site that is changing the travel planning, women have made, and continue to make, their mark in the travel world.

Here are some past and present women globetrotters.

edith lederer (b. 1943)— Lederer’s path to becoming a globetrotting journal-ist began with a month’s-long personal voyage through Europe shortly after col-lege. Upon her return to the U.S. she got a stateside job with The Associated Press (AP), but it wasn’t long before she was abroad again. In 1973, she became the AP’s first full-time female reporter cover-ing the Vietnam War. She spent the next 25 years covering wars and changing global dynamics around the world and since 1998 has been the AP’s chief correspondent at the U.N.

Freya Hoffmeister (b. 1964)—The first woman and second person ever to circumnavigate Australia in 2009, this after having sea kayaked around both Iceland and the south island of New Zealand on different occasions. Her current trip—kay-aking around all of South America—began on August 30, 2011 and will end just before her 50th birthday on May 10, 2014.

Brittany Laughlin (b. 1985)—The way people travel and share their experienc-es is evolving at an overwhelming pace. Leading the speedy charge is gtrot, a social travel site that personalizes trip suggestions

in a particular destination like hotels, res-taurants—even deals—based on a travel-ler’s social networks’ recommendations. At its helm is 25-year-old co-founder Brittany Laughlin, a tech-savvy entrepreneur who is pushing globetrotters to re-think the way they travel.

Mary Kingsley (1862-1900)—Kingsley returned to England after years travelling through Western Africa, where she acquainted herself with indigenous groups and local customs in countries like Sierra Leone and Angola. Unheard of for a Victorian woman, Kingsley travelled through dangerous areas solo, including treacherous African jungles. A critic of European colonialism and missionaries try-ing to change African customs, Kingsley forever influenced European thoughts about Africa and indigenous groups.

gertrude bell (1868-1926)—Bell broke barriers early in life as the first woman to graduate from Oxford with a his-tory degree. In a time when most women married young and were not allowed to vote, Bell set off for Persia fresh out of school, travelling through the Arabian Desert by herself and living with tribes for years. In more than 1,000 letters home, Bell described her enchantment with Persia and the Orient. She worked as a spy in Cairo during World War I and then as a diplomat, helping to form a unified Iraq under the leadership of King Faisal. When “The Uncrowned Queen of Iraq” died at 57, the masses turned out in Baghdad to celebrate her life.

Amelia earhart (1897-1937)—The first woman ever to fly solo across the Atlantic, Earhart is an icon for lovers of flight around the world. When she first saw an airplane at the Iowa State Fair, she was unimpressed: “It was a thing of rusty wire and wood and looked not at all interesting,”

she said. It wasn’t until she attended an air show later in life that she knew flying was in her blood. Earhart tragically disappeared on the last leg of an around-the-world flight over the Pacific.

Fanny bullock Workman (1859-1925)—Workman scaled the Himalayas with her husband, William Workman, as a brave mountaineer and record-breaking female in the late 1800s. London’s Royal Geographical Society awarded Workman membership after her seventh trip into the Himalayas. Together, she and her husband reached the top of Pinnacle Peak 7,090 metres, shattering other climbers’ records at the time. An advocate for women’s rights, she supported women’s colleges like Bryn Mawr and Radcliffe in the U.S. and raised the bar for adventure travellers everywhere.

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Did You Know?In 2011, YVR was named an environmental leader in the areas of outreach, education and community involvement by Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA), an industry association representing airports in Canada and the U.S.

YVR received a prestigious Environmental Achievement Award for its work to reduce airport waste and contribute to the local community.


As our community continues to grow, we know Richmond Hospital will need to grow too. The Board of Directors of Richmond

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Natalie Meixner, President & CEO of Richmond Hospital Foundation is pleased to introduce the recently elected Board of Directors for 2012.

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Conceived as a new flying experience inspired by nature, the Concept Cabin doesn’t replicate traditional cabin class-

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This month, we offer more of these unique properties that make the hotel stay an adventure in itself.

CAPSUle hoTel – Your own survival pod! Moored in a unique and artistic surfers’ village at the boulevard of Scheveningen near The Hague, each room is a bright orange survival pod which once saw service on an oil rig platform. Originally built in 1972, the rooms are 4.25 metres in diameter and unaltered apart from the addition of a lock on the outside and an ‘emergency’ chemical toilet inside. While not everyone’s luxury choice, each pod provides cosy protection from the elements for up to three occupants. First created for accommodation as an art project in 2004, owner Denis Oudendijk has different models ready for use and is currently working on additional locations in central Amsterdam and Nantes, France.

reNdezVoUS – This postwar boom era, 1950s-themed hotel is located in Palm Springs, California. Transformed from a roadside motel, the Rendezvous oozes kitschy-cool with pink flamingos, frosted glass, blue Astroturf poolside and futuristic Googi-inspired décor. Period-themed rooms are dedicated to ‘50s films and televi-sion, as well as Route 66, Elvis and James Dean.

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Airbus looks ahead to 2050 and beyond

Artist’s impression of how the aircraft of 2050 will look on the outside at night. Photos: courtesy Airbus.

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YVR Green Coat volunteer Pat Brand plans to participate once again in this year’s BC Cancer Foundation’s Ride to Conquer Cancer. The ride, which will take place Saturday June 16 and Sunday June 17, is a unique fundraising event that supports groundbreaking research at the BC Cancer Agency.

Last year, 2,879 cyclists joined together to raise a record $11.1-million.

This year will mark the 4th time that Brand has participated in the event, which involves cycling through the Pacific Northwest over two days. Brand’s team is called Riders for Ryders and with 130 rid-ers in the team is expected to be the largest participating.

The Riders for Ryders team was formed in honour of two boys, both called Ryder—Ryder Evans-Brockett and Ryder James Hari Kartar Khalsa Naismith, both of whom succumbed to cancer at ages five and two, respectively.

Brand’s grand-daughter, Maddy, was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2008 at age 11, a rare occurrence for someone her age. Her thyroid was removed in January 2009 and she received radiation for 17 lymph nodes that were affected.

The treatment was a success and

although Maddy is now required to take thyroid medication for the rest of her life, subsequent tests have all been positive.

As a result of the experience with Maddy, Brand and his son Jeremy (Maddy’s father) felt a strong need to support the fight to eradicate this insidi-ous disease and in 2009, they com-pleted a 260-kilometre, two-day Ride to Conquer Cancer, raising more than $18,000.

Since that initial ride, the team has raised just over $420,000.

Since its inception in 2009, the Ride to Conquer Cancer has raised $27.9-million in support of cancer research in BC—research that is focused on advancing new understandings of cancer for the develop-ment of improved treatment options.

Brand is asking for support in two ways. Those who want to challenge them-selves for a great cause by riding in the event. Even if you haven’t ridden since you were 12, all you need is motivation, a bike and a helmet.

If you cannot participate on the ride consider making a monetary donation instead.

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e-Tourism awards recognize YVR

Vancouver Airport Authority has been recognized for its innovative use of tech-nology for its Live@YVR campaign by the Canadian e-Tourism Awards.

The prestigious national awards rec-ognize engaging online travel stories and businesses that prove innovation, creativity and results in marketing Canadian travel experiences.

Rebecca Catley, director of communi-cations for the Airport Authority, accepted the “Best Innovative Use of Technology” award in Toronto earlier this month as part of the Online Revealed Canada Conference.

Live@YVR was a unique campaign that invited the community to apply, and then vote for, a special correspondent to live, sleep and eat at the airport for 80 days and 80 nights, while sharing YVR’s stories with the world.

Contest winner, Jaeger Mah, shared the airport community’s stories through videos, blogs and images via a dedicated online channel.

To view some of Jaeger’s stories and for more information, visit liveatyvr.ca.

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• A&W: Breakfastserveddaily–Bacon‘neggerwithrealbaconandrealeggs,hashbrowns,frenchtoast.also,hamburgers,fries,beverages,includinga&W’sfamousrootbeer.open5am-10pm.Level3departures.

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• Jugo Juice:Juice,smoothies,wraps&paninis–Level3departures

• Subway: sandwiches,salads&wraps-Level3departures

• Swiss Chalet:Rotisseriechicken-Level2arrivals

• Tim Hortons:Coffee,pastries,sandwiches,soups-Level2arrivals&Level3departures

• Toshi Teppanyaki:Japanesecuisine–Level3departures

• White Spot:Burgers,freshsalads,pastas,ricebowls,stir-fries,entréesfromthegrillanddesserts—Level3departures.

• Wok ‘N Roll:Chinese&Japanesecuisine–Level3departures

INTERNaTIoNaL (Beforesecurity)• Hanami Japanese Restaurant: dimsum&Japanesecuisine-Level3departures

• Koho Restaurant & Bar: Casualdining-Level3departures

• galiano Bakery & Café: Breakfast,sandwiches&pastries-Level3departures

• Burger King: Breakfast,burgers,salads-Level2arrivals&Level3departures

• Flying Wedge Pizza:Pizza,salads&soups-Level3departures

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(604)273-0278.• The Sideslip Café #100-5360airportRoadsouth.Locatedatessoavitat.open6am-10:30amforbreakfastanduntil3pmforlunch.servinghomemadesoups,sandwiches&paninis&dailyspecials.freshbakedpastries,organictea&coffee.alsoservingespresso,Cappuccino,Latte,Chaitea,frappuccino,icedteaandfruitsmoothies.takeout&catering.(604)303sLiP(7547)

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4 Mr. Pickwick’s Fish & Chips 8620Granvillestreet,Vancouver Lunch,dinner,Britishpubfoods&freshseafood.11am-8:30pm.(604)266-2340

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• River Rock Casino Resort 8811RiverRoad The Buffet –breakfast 6:30am-10:30am,lunch11am-2pm,dinner(604)247-8573

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(604)247-8900• Sandman Signature Hotel 10251stedwardsdrive Denny’s –breakfast,lunch,dinner. (604)276-2853 Chop Steak Fish Bar–casualdining. (604)276-1180• Sheraton vancouver Airport Hotel 7551Westminsterhighway• Harold’s Bistro & Bar–breakfast,lunch,dinner.fullmenuofcontemporarycuisine,wideselectionofaward-winningB.C.wines,beersontapandspirits.open6:30am-11pm.(604)233-3969

• vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel 7571Westminsterhighway The American grille—americancuisineenhancedwithregionalflavours.

openforbreakfast,lunch&dinner.open 6am-10pm.(604)232-2804• The Westin Wall Centre, vancouver

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• Steveston Seafood House 3951Monctonstreet Celebrating32yearsoffinediningandseafoodspecialties.specialwinter4-coursemenu.dinnerfrom5:30pm.

(604)271-5252• The Market at Papi’s 12251#1Road nextdoortotheBurgerBar,locatedbehindPapi’s.specializingingourmetMediterraneanfreshfoodtogo.ClaudettePiacenzaistheMarketatPapi’sproprietorandoperator.herloveandpassionforitaliancultureandfoodsareevidentinthewidevarietyandselectionoftheever-growinginventoryinthemarket.herpassionforherendeavourisexemplifiedonaday-to-daybasistoallofthemarketsregularsandnewcomers.dropbythemarketMondaythroughsaturdaytoseewhatisnew,trendyandfresh.hoursofoperation:Mondaytosaturday,10am-6pm.(604)277-7444.

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• The Boathouse Restaurant 8331RiverRoad,Richmond Lunch,dinner.11am-10pm. (604)273-7014RICHMoNd Hotel Restaurants• Best Western Abercorn inn 9260BridgeportRoad• Highlander Restaurant: openforlunch&dinner,servingavarietyofhigh-qualitycontinentalandworldcuisine.Lunch10:30am-2pm;dinner5pm-9:30pm.(604)270-7576.

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• The Fairmont vancouver Airport (atyVR)–3111GrantMcConachie Jetside Bar:Level3internationaldepartures–offersaselectionofappetizers,snacks,andsharedfood.

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product from Portugal may be labelled as port or Porto.Port is produced from grapes grown and processed in the demarcated Douro

region. The wine produced is then fortified by the addition of a neutral grape spirit in order to stop the fermentation process, leaving residual sugar in the wine and boosting the alcohol content.

The wine is then stored and aged, often in barrels stored in a cave (pronounced “ka-ve” and meaning “cellar” in Portuguese), before being bottled.

The wine received the name “port,” in the latter half of the 17th century from the seaport city of Porto at the mouth of the Douro River, where much of the product was brought to market or for export to other countries in Europe.

There are several varieties of ports: white port wine, ruby and tawny. From these there are more than 100 varieties of grapes that constitute port wine. Five grapes dominate the port wine section:

Tinta Barroca, Tinta Cao, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa and Touriga Nacional. Out of these five grapes Touriga Francesa is the one grape that is used in most

ports. White Port Wine comes from six varieties of grapes; Esgana-Cao, Folgasao, Malvasia, Rabigato, Verdelho and Viosinho.

Port is traditionally served with Stilton or Cheddar cheese, and goes very well with chocolate.

Port aromas include pepper, smoke, truffles and black currant.

Know Your Wine

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Truffles fine fooDs garDen Café

Our new location is proudly situated inside the recently completed Visitor’s Centre at VanDusen Botanical Garden,

surrounded by both domestic and exotic flora, and frequented by researchers and amateurs alike.

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And muCh more!

Great deals For our loCal Guests!!

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Daywith a Pint at Pier 73Try our Irish-inspired

feature menu & listen to great music

Saturday March 17th


Now in dealer showrooms, the all-new Mazda CX-5 is available in three trim levels—a well-equipped entry-level GX, a mid-grade GS with many additional standard features and a top-of-the-line GT.

The entry-level CX-5 GX trim has a starting manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) of $22,995 and comes with an extensive list of standard safety features

including an Anti-Lock Brake System with EBFD and Brake Assist, hill hold assist, advanced dual front air bags, front seat side air bags and side air curtains, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

All-wheel drive (AWD) is available as an option on GX and GS trim levels, and comes standard on the GT trim.

A Convenience Package is offered for the GX, which adds features such as 17” alloy wheels, privacy glass, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System with Audio Profile, HD radio and a 5.8” colour display screen.

Starting at $27,895, standard equip-ment on the GS includes all the features of the GX with Convenience Package and automatic transmission and adds even more features such as a power moonroof, foglights, Blind Spot Monitoring System and rearview camera.

For the GT, which starts at $32,495, additional features become standard equip-ment, such as 19” alloy wheels, intel-ligent key system, and a BOSE audio system with nine speakers. An available Technology Package further enhances the already-luxurious standard features of the GT, adding Bi-Xenon headlights, Adaptive Front Lighting System, auto headlamp lev-elling, TomTom-based navigation system, and SIRIUS Satellite radio.

All 2013 CX-5 compact SUVs are equipped with the SKYACTIV-G 2.0-litre gasoline engine, which features the world’s highest compression ratio for a mass-produced vehicle at 13:1. This means SKYACTIV Technology is able to squeeze more energy out of every litre of gaso-line than conventional internal combustion engines.

CX-5 also is the lightest compact SUV in its class, weighing in at a total curb weight of 1,459 kilograms for entry models and up to 1,555 kilograms for premium trim levels.

With its all-new 4-2-1 exhaust system, CX-5 delivers 155 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 150 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm—redline is reached at 6,500 rpm.

With a choice of transmissions in either the SKYACTIV-MT six-speed manual or SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed automatic, a 900-kilogram towing capacity and an optional all-new all-wheel drive system, the 2013 CX-5 offers a little of everything for everyone.

The CX-5 offers the best highway fuel economy of any SUV sold in Canada at 5.7 litres per 100 kilometres, outperforming many hybrids.

Front-wheel-drive models equipped with the standard SKYACTIV-MT six-speed manual transmission are rated with a fuel economy of 7.8 L/100km in the city and 5.7 L/100km on the highway. When equipped with the optional SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed automatic transmission, front-wheel-drive models receive a fuel consumption rating of 7.7/6.1 L/100km. SKYACTIV-Drive is standard on all-wheel-drive models, which return an esti-mated fuel economy rating of 8.0/6.4 L/100km.

Visit Signature Mazda in the Richmond AutoMall and test drive a new Mazda CX-5.

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“Trust me, it’s a good car. You don’t need a pre-purchase inspection, we can offer you a powertrain warranty. We’ve done an inspection on this vehicle and it all checks out.”

Those were comments made by a sales-man to a recent client who brought in a 1997 Nissan Quest for me to perform a pre-purchase inspection.

Fortunately, the client had insisted on

a pre-purchase inspection. This should always be done as one cannot tell sim-ply by driving a vehicle what potentially expensive repairs may be required.

This particular vehicle was priced at only $2,900 and was 15 years old, so I wasn’t expecting perfection. On the plus side there were only 124,000 kilometres on the clock and the body and interior were in good condition.

Phase one of the inspection consisted of a walk around the vehicle, inspection of the interior controls and an extended road test.

The vehicle felt fine with the exception of a slight wobble in the steering wheel, which could probably have been caused by a bad tire. There was also a noticeable humming noise when the engine was run-ning. Overall, the vehicle felt good.

Phase two involved an under-the-hood and under-the-vehicle inspection.

Under the hood—Everything appeared to be fine except for the battery, which despite being only one year old was in very poor condition.

Under the vehicle—Once hoisted, the steering and suspension systems appeared fine, except for a slight rack and pinion leak that over time would turn a into costly repair. As suspected from the road test, the tires were in poor condition, almost legally worn out and the fronts had several side-wall indentations.

Phase three involved removing the wheels and inspecting the brakes, which revealed areas of concern: front brake pads had three millimetres remaining, which is close to being worn out. Worse still, both rear-wheel cylinders were leaking and badly enough on the right side o have soaked the brake shoes. Clearly, these rear brakes would not pass a government safety

inspection.As a result of the inspection the poten-

tial buyer was fully informed about what his $2,900 was purchasing. A 15-year-old van with low mileage and in pretty good condition overall, but requiring some immediate repairs to brakes, tires and bat-tery. Future repairs would be needed for the steering rack and fuel pump (the humming noise mentioned earlier) will be needed.

The pre-purchase inspection details

could be used to either negotiate a better price for the vehicle or the buyer can look for another vehicle.

The pre-purchase inspection gives a buyer the ability to make an informed deci-sion and avoid buyer’s remorse.

Bernie Pawlik is the owner of Pawlik Automotive on Southwest Marine

Drive. He can be contacted at 604-327-7112.

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Right rear brake shows a leaking wheel cylinder and brake shoes soaked with brake fluid—a definite safety concern.

Nissan Versa Sedan earns top safety pick

The 2012 Nissan Versa Sedan has been awarded a Top Safety Pick rat-ing from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

The rating is given to vehicles that achieve the Institute’s highest rating of “Good” for front-, rear- and side --impact protection, earn a “Good” rating in the roof strength test and are equipped with electronic stability control.

Every 2012 Nissan Versa Sedan

comes equipped with six standard air bags, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution, Brake Assist and Vehicle Dynamic Control with Traction Control System.

The 2012 Versa Sedan joins the Nissan LEAF, JUKE and Cube as IIHS 2012 Top Safety Picks. The Versa has a manufacturer suggested retail price starting under $12,000.

By Bernie Pawlik

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Accelerated Aviation TrainingUnit 130 – 5980 Miller Road YVR International Airport

(Just 50 m. S. of “Sea Island Centre” on Canada Line. SkyTrain service is FREE between main terminal & Sea Island Centre)Tel. 604-279-0179 • www.AcceleratedAviation.com

Michael J. CulhaneBSc BA LLB ATPLBarrister & Solicitor

[email protected]

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Volunteers Needed for Two 2012 Auto Shows:Vancouver All British Classic Car Show at the VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver Saturday May 19, 2012.

EuroClassic Car Show at the Richmond Oval, 6111 River Rd, Richmond Sunday August 5, 2012.

Team Member Looking For A TeamI am a stakeholder-focused team player looking to join ateam at YVR. I enjoy working in the airport environment

and would like to work with you.

I have a diverse set of skills including proven backgroundin Sales and Marketing and a decade of experience in the

media in TV production and social media skills thatunderstand the process of “engaging the customer”.

I have a current RAIC and AVOP and bring a mature andengaged attitude to anything I do.

How can I help you?

You may contact me at [email protected]

PRIVATE SALECompletely renovated 2 BR corner unit in concrete bldg.West Richmond location, 10 minutes from the airport,

850 sq ft, close to schools and all amenities.$315,000.00

604 – 551 – 2519(No Agents Please)

Contact [email protected]

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Extended stay...non-smoking... Apartment

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700 sqft, One Bedroomplus Den plus Solarium.

This delightful unit comesfully furnished and includes

heat, light, water, cable,internet,in-suite washer/

dryer, secure undergroundparking & bike lock-up.

The view overlooks the treesand small park, then beyondto the 2 stone churches on

the corner of Nelson Street &Burrard and beyond, one

views the downtown lightsand the mountains in the

distance. The Health Club isin the adjacent tower and

comes complete with a pool.$1,700 month

Call 604-943-2440 orToll free - 1-888-943-2440


The Xian MA60 is a turboprop-powered commercial aircraft made by China’s AVIC I (China Aviation Industry Corporation I). It is developed from the popular Russian regional

aircraft Antonov An-24. With modern powerplant, equipment and design concept, the MA60 is suitable for short and medium-haul commuter services. First MA60s were put

into operations in 2004.

CrossWord

Send the correct name of this aircraft (make and model) and you could win a

$50 Gift Certificate for Cravings Restaurant.

Name that Aircraft

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APArTmENTS With balcony, ht, hw, cable,

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OFFICE SPACE

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

ACCOMMODATION for RENT

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for distribution43 Exuberantly creative44 Saturday and Sunday46 Scorch47 A device that shows the relative

positions of the planets48 Celebrity49 Direction between south and

southeast52 Wholly absorbed in thought53 Times between midday and

evenings56 Millisecond57 Majestic58 Movement of the wings of birds59 Affirmative60 Impoverished61 Older person (slang).

DOWN 1 Highly excited2 A group of young women

Last month’s winner: Alana LeSueur, SurreyAnswer: Xian MA60

Send your answer by: Email [email protected]; Fax (604) 736-6750; Mail 306-5400 Airport Road South, Richmond, BC V7B 1B4.

A draw will be made from all correct entries received by March 31, 2012. The winner’s name will be published in the April edition of SkyTalk and at www.skytalkonline.

MEXICO VACATION PROPERTY FOR RENT

Rent a family vacation home by the beach in the picturesque fishing village of Sayulita, Mexico. Located just 45 minutes north of the Puerto Vallarta airport, Sayulita’s blend of beaches, shops, restaurants & activities makes it the perfect destination for a Mexican Vacation. The home has 3 bedrooms with private bathrooms and sleeps up to 8 people. Great for a family or group of friends. The house is in a complex with other vacation homes and has a shared pool and beachfront courtyard. You can rent the whole house or individual rooms.

• • •Rental rates are as follows:

High Season (Nov.1 to May 31) Entire House: Daily $150; Weekly $875; Monthly $3,000

Individual Rooms: Daily $75; Weekly $450; Monthly $1,500 • • •

Low Season (Jun.1 to Oct. 31) Entire House: Daily $100; Weekly $525; Monthly $1,500

Individual Rooms: $50; Weekly $275; Monthly $750

For further details, photos and reservations, please contact Richard (250) 924-8479; [email protected]

3 An individual unit4 Thick bituminous liquid5 Subtle difference in meaning6 Laboratory gas burners7 Obtains8 Before (poetic)9 Evildoing10 Maintain or defend11 Absurdities12 Disgusting13 Site of three major battles in

WW1 18 New England state23 Clue or suggestion24 Kick a football25 Utter impulsively26 Unit of area27 Not false

28 A north African sweet pea (2 words)

29 More naked31 Drenched with water33 Item34 Quite a few36 A lightweight nautical rope (2

words)37 Teller of untruths39 Exploiter40 Acquire knowledge42 Preliminary drawing43 Annually44 Grovelling45 Delete46 Place or position48 An eye infection49 Alone50 Catch51 Visually detect (archaic)54 Enemy55 Not on.

Office Space Available

At yVR’s most desired location

Landmark Aviation

Prime, executive office space available at

Landmark Aviation located on the beautiful south-

side of Canada’s finest airport - YVR. Offered at

very competitive rates, with breathtaking views &

an on-site business centre –

a first-class presidents lounge & boardroom

facility with 24/7 security.

Many different office sizes and rent/term options.

Enquiries, please contact Nancy at

[email protected] 604.279.9922 or

[email protected] 604.279.9922

Answer: February 2012


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