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THE North Vancouver Board of Education is likelyto find some stiff opposition to a proposal thatcould involve selling off 11 school district ownedproperties that are no longer needed.

Blueridge Elementary, Cloverley, Fromme, Keith Lynn,Lonsdale Creek Annex, Lucas Centre, Maplewood, Monteray,Plymouth, Ridgeway Annex and Westover schools have all beenidentified as properties that could be leased or sold. The revenuewould be reinvested into classrooms, educational programmingand capital projects on the North Shore.

The district held an open house at Ridgeway elementary

Wednesday night to present information on the issue and begintaking feedback from the public. The most common suggestionfrom the approximately 200 attendees: Don’t sell the land.

Despite suggestions from the public that selling the schools wasa foregone conclusion, board chairwoman Franci Stratton stressedno decisions have been made.

“The options are open. I just want us to be able to have thisprocess so more people in the community are informed about whatthis project is about and what it means to the school district andhow can we work together so that we meet all of our needs. It boils

down to students,” she said. “We can provide rich opportunitiesfor our students.”

Among the more common suggestions from residents for otheruses for the properties: seniors’ housing and affordable housing,more sports facilities, community centres, special needs uses, daycare, parks and playgrounds.

Stratton noted most of the suggestions would not bring morerevenue into the school district, and would likely result in morecosts. But she added if the community shows a desire and the rightpartnerships can be formed with other governments and agencies,anything is possible.

Stratton said the community’s reaction will help the board reachdecisions on what to do with the properties, but the board still has

Board chairwoman FranciStratton insists all options open

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THE provincialchampionships for two highschool spring sports havebeen cancelled with moresports possibly facing theaxe due to teacher job actionprotesting the government’stactics in their ongoingcontract dispute.

B.C. School Sports announcedon Tuesday that the provincialchampionships for both mountainbiking and golf would be cancelledfor this season.

North Vancouver’s Seycovesecondary was slated to be the hostschool for the 2012 mountain bikingprovincial championships.

A message posted on the B.C.School Sports website noted thatspring championships for rugby,tennis, badminton and girls soccer arecurrently still a go pending furtherconfirmation of registration numbers.

The track and field provincialchampionships were listed as“questionable.”

On April 19 teachers across theprovince voted 73 per cent in favourof halting their involvement inextracurricular or voluntary activitiesto protest the government’s Bill 22,

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IT’S early Saturdaymorning as a group ofteens shuffle woefullyinto a school library.

Strangers in the beginning,they will forge a tentativebond by the end. Gathered fordetention, they are met witha cynical warning from theirinstructor: “You mess with thebull, you get the horns.”

Filmmaker John Hughes’fictional account of a groupof teens spending Saturdaydetention together in the movieThe Breakfast Club is meantto spotlight some commonhigh school shortcomings andchallenge stereotypes. Althoughit’s a comedy, the movie takesa serious turn when tales ofemotional abuse, anxiety andbullying come to light. Themovie reminds that, at least forsome students, high school isnot a pleasant flurry of spellingbees, prom dresses and gleeclub.

For some it’s a significantstruggle.

“When I started here, I wasconvinced I would never getanywhere in life, that I shouldjust quit while I was ahead,”says 17-year-old Cooper Heibloem of starting at her new school.

Despite her challenges, Heibloem didn’t quit, and this springshe will join her classmates for their spring convocation. Similarto events at schools across the North Shore, the annual assemblywill celebrate student achievement and recognize those who aregraduating. This year will be more meaningful, however, becauseafter nearly 39 years in the community Keith Lynn AlternativeSecondary School (KLASS) is closing.

“Keith Lynn has done so much to prepare me for my next step:returning to a mainstream school,” explains Heibloem in an email.“The support from the teachers gave me the hope and motivationI needed and I am so grateful for all their help. If it hadn’t been forthis program, I probably would have dropped out of school.”

While current principal Michele Henderson admits somestudents are upset by the closure, it’s not all doom-and-gloom atthe school these days.

“The biggest gift that we can give the kids is resiliency,” saysHenderson. “What’s most important is that whatever it is that lifethrows at them, they’ll be able to navigate it, so this is just anotherexample of helping them navigate something that is going to be

anxiety-provoking and difficult.”In addition to the annual year-end picnic for students, the school

will be hosting an evening celebration with a slide show, art andphotos for all current and former staff.

Henderson says this year’s events will be more special since theywill be the last, but she wants students and staff to celebrate with apositive message: “Let’s honour what was.”

In November 2011, the North Vancouver school district votedto consolidate the KLASS program with other alternative schoolprograms, and move the new program to the former site of Balmoraljunior secondary, which closed in 2009. The Balmoral buildingcurrently serves as a temporary home to Carson Graham studentsdisplaced by that school’s renovation. The new alternate program,set to start up in fall 2012, will consolidate the previously separateprograms at KLASS, Therapeutic Day Program, Key Program, andthe Youth Learning Program, as well as adult basic education classes.Details of the new program, including staff numbers and programphilosophy, are still to be determined, but Henderson is sure aboutone thing: the current incarnation of the KLASS program is done.

Henderson says staff and students are anxious about thechange, and it seems they’re not the only ones. In January, a public

information meeting about the new program drew more than 100people, many of whom were critical of the move and voiced concernsabout increased traffic and lack of public consultation about thechange in location. Some expressed concern about the students ofalternate programs attending school in their neighbourhood notingthey might be a threat to area safety, property values or nearbyelementary school students.

It is a reputation that reaches back to the very beginning of theKLASS program and sticks with it today, despite what Hendersonagrees is a changed student demographic.

ThehistoryofKLASSstarts in1974,whenanearlierversionof theprogram was formed in collaboration with the ministry responsiblefor social services and youth probation services to address a largenumber of secondary students who had dropped out of school. Thefirst year of the program, called PASS (Project Alternate SecondarySchool), enrolled 24 students who had been out of the mainstreamschool system for a number of years. Many were already knownto the criminal justice system, and it was through a probationofficer that Henderson came to the school. At the time, she was a

SUNDAY FOCUS

The KLASS of 2012 will be the last

NEWS photo Cindy Goodman

SARAH Lacroix (left), Malcolm Cusano and Cooper Heibloem are classmates in their final year at North Vancouver’s Keith Lynn AlternativeSecondary School. The school will close at the end of this term to amalgamate with other alternative programs at a different location.

Mainstreammisfits got asecond chanceat Keith Lynn

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STYLES OFTHE TIMES

Home design speaks of theNorth Shore’s history – from

berry-picker cottages toranchers to the ubiquitous

split-level bungalow.What is West Coast style?

OUR CHANGING LANDSCAPES

A family home can becomea castle when it’s built to the

maximum squarefootage and setbacks that

regulations allow. But big isnot always bad.

PART THREE > MAY 20

THE POLITICSOF PRESERVATION

It’s cheaper to rebuild thanrestore, so there are huge

financial pressures that workagainst heritage conservation.

Is there more that can be done topreserve the best of our history?

LOOKING TOTHE FUTURE

Do we need more housing?If we do, the North Shore’s

geography makesdensification inevitable.

What should it look like?

PART ONE > MAY 6 PART TWO >MAY 13 PART FOUR > MAY 27

THE POLITICSOF SCALEA four-part series running each

Sunday in May will examine thechanging face of the North Shore’sstreetscape: the housing styles wegrew up with, what is replacing

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THE North Shore News has won a total of nineawards in provincial and national communitynewspaper competitions — including a nationalaward for Outstanding Community Service.

The News was also a blue-ribbon finalist as best all-roundnewspaper in Canada.

“I am so proud we continue to be recognized by our peersfor excellence in the newspaper business,” said publisher DougFoot. “The awards speak to the dedication and professionalismof our entire team.”

James Weldon took gold for best environmental writing atthe 2012 B.C. and Yukon Community Newspaper Awards —otherwise known as the Ma Murray Awards.

Cindy Goodman won gold for best sports photo, edgingfellow North Shore News photographer Mike Wakefield, whocaptured silver.

Manisha Krishnan earned gold for outdoor recreationwriting.

Trixi Agrios snagged gold for putting together the topclassified section.

Vicki Magnison and Deana Lancaster walked away with silverin the special publication category.

At the Canadian Community Newspaper Awards, the Newswon the Outstanding Community Service for the support it gaveto the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation’s fundraising campaignfor a new mental health centre.

Editor Martin Millerchip won third for best feature storyamong newspapers with a circulation greater than 12,500.

The News also took third place in the Best Holiday Editioncategory.

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TWO North Vancouver boys who lost a playhousein an apparent mix-up with a passerby have gottheir treasured toy back thanks to their plea inFriday’s North Shore News.

Taylor and Trevor Snell, five and seven years old, werethunderstruck Monday morning when they got up to find theirLittle Tykes Playhouse gone from the front yard of their St.James Road home. The youngsters had only recently movedthe mini log house from the back of their family’s property tothe front in order to set up a “snack shack” from which to sellhomemade cookies for a children’s charity.

Someone had apparently stopped by the previous afternoonand loaded the unattended house into a truck, thinking it wasout front as a giveaway.

The boys’ mother, Cari, seeing the boys’ distress and unableto replace the pricey toy, contacted the News to put out a pleafor its return. Shortly after the story’s publication, her effortspaid off.

“A woman this morning knocked on my door and said afriend had told her about the story . . . and that she should talkto me,” said Cari. “She had taken the house assuming it was freefor the taking.”

The toy would be returned later that day. There wereapparently no hard feelings.

“I’m ecstatic,” she said. “I can’t wait to tell the boys.”

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a mandate to serve its students.“As for the feedback we get,

we have to balance that withwhat our needs are as well. It’sa balanced approach,” she said.

Stratton noted that mostattendees did not have school-aged children who wouldbenefit from more revenue inthe system.

Ron Polly, leader of thecitizens group North Van CityVoices, said his group stronglyopposes selling any of theproperties on the philosophicalgrounds that the propertiesshould remain in the publictrust.

Like others at the openhouse, Polly said the potentialsale of the lands would be a baddecision over the long term.

“Density on the NorthShore is increasing and to getrid of these large parcels ofland for short-term gain is ahuge mistake,” he said, addingthat the district would be“cannibalizing itself” until ithas no valuable assets left whenit needs them.

“What are they going to dothen?” he asked. “But if theylease these lands out, they havecontinued income and theyhave assets growing.”

A consultant’s reportconcludes none of the schoolswill be needed over the longterm.

Polly said he doesn’t expect the community will be able toconvince school trustees not to sell the properties, calling the board“developer-driven.”

“I don’t think we have much of a chance of persuading theschool board, honestly,” he said. “When the North Van schooldistrict identifies community need by the value of the property,there’s something wrong there.”

Polly said the decisions on what to do with the land should bemade across the communities and local governments of the entireNorth Shore, rather than just school trustees.

Lucas Centre, one of the largest and most valuable properties,drew the most attention. Neighbours of the 5.05-hecatre propertyare adamant that local streets could not handle traffic from moredevelopment, especially multi-family condos.

“We don’t want increased residential because of the limitedaccess to get at the area,” said Annette Kaufman.

Kaufman said her neighbours all along 21st Street agree.

Others lamented the potential loss of the property’s sportsfields, a commodity in short supply on the North Shore.

The land is currently zoned for public use and assembly, whilethe official community plan calls for low-density, single-familyhomes and parkland in the surrounding area.

There are no current estimates as to how much the 11 propertieswould be worth if sold at market value, according to district staff.Fromme, Maplewood, and Westover are all currently leased outlong term for around $325,000 per year.

The district will continue to take comments on the landmanagement plan online at www.nvsd44.bc.ca.

The district will make a presentation and collect more feedbackat a meeting at the Lucas Centre gym on May 29.

The final report on the community consultation is expected inearly June.

Lucas Centre future concerns

NEWS photo Paul McGrath

NORTH Vancouver school trustee Christie Sacré speaks with attendees at a NorthVancouver Board of Education public open house held at Ridgeway elementaryWednesday. Members of the public were invited to discuss options for 11 propertiesthat are no longer required for school use.

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There was a time not too long agowhen “essential service” meant just that— usually involving life and death. Youcould count on the fingers of one handwho that might apply to — hospitalstaff, police and firefighters.

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like winning the 2010 Olympicsevery two years.”

Jonathan Whitworth, CEO ofSeaspan, discusses the implicationsof its $8-billion federal shipbuildingcontract (from an April 25 newsstory).

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constables who respond to 7,000animal cruelty complaints alreadyeach year, all paid by donors, aregoing to be able to enforce thisbeyond what we do already.”

B.C. S.P.C.A. general managerMarcie Moriarty says tougher rulesregulating dog and cat breedingin North Vancouver MLA JaneThornthwaite’s new bill will be hardto enforce without more funding(from an April 25 news story).

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Seaspan, Harbourside benefits questionedDear Editor:

I attended the April 23 council meeting at whichSeaspan gave its presentation and, quite frankly, a Icannot see how this project is going to help the peopleof North Vancouver for the following reasons:■ The spokesman said that the people who live inNorth Vancouver and knew the shipbuilding industriesare now retired. So where are the workers going tocome from?■ He also said that the government was going to startfocusing on training young people in the shipbuildingindustry. Can he tell us when and where this trainingwill take place?■ When the spokesman asked the price of housing inthe city, the mayor said at least $600,000 for a condo,to which the spokesman replied, “Our workers won’tbe earning enough to live here.”■ He also was very vague about how building materials

would get to the North Shore, nor would he say whereall these supplies are coming from, although he didmention trucks, trains or even helicopters. Can oneeven imagine the noise, pollution and traffic congestiononce this project gets started, and yet council willmost definitely approve a nine-storey building and ahotel to be built on the adjacent lot. It is so absurdthat the buyers of these properties will have to sign anagreement to not complain about the noise.

Now let’s look at this stupid proposed residentialcomplex and maybe council can answer the followingquestions:■ What are the plans for all the additional traffic in thisarea, what with around 2,000 people living there, theemployees for the auto mall, and all the trucks comingin with supplies for the shipyard?■ Where are at least 1,000 shipbuilders going to liveand how will they get to work?

■ What arrangements have you made with transit forthe additional number of people coming and goingfrom the Harbourside development, and workers?■ What guarantee will you give the public that they canstill enjoy the waterfront area, especially seniors whoenjoy the flat walkways and those of us with dogs?■ What again are the benefits for the people who livein the City of North Vancouver?

I believe the democratic process has been leavingthis community, this province and this country fora long time, and I doubt for one minute that themajority on council will even consider any opposingviews for the development at Harbourside.

Perhaps it is time that we demand our communitiesbe built by Canadians for Canadians earning Canadiandollars.Sue CookNorth Vancouver

Dear Editor:The Tsleil-Waututh Nation and Burnaby and City

of Vancouver mayors are right to be concerned overthe Kinder-Morgan pipeline project. There will be asignificant increase of risk for a devastating oil spill inBurrard Inlet, but the increased tanker traffic will alsoproduce daily effects on residents:■ The multiple tankers lined up for loading will beparked off Ambleside or near Cates Park. Tankers create

noise and air pollution that will be felt by residents.■ Our beaches will be affected by increased litter,sewage and bilge water from the 300 plus tankers.■ Current tanker traffic passing by Maplewood FlatsConservation Area already disturbs foraging birds.■ The twice-daily wake from oil tankers and thethree-tugboat escort will degrade the function of thesanctuary for migrating birds.■ Dredging the shallows off Maplewood Flats will

reduce wildlife habitat.■ Recreational boat traffic will be blocked twice a dayat Lions Gate and Second Narrows Bridges to allowfor tanker passage.

Residents of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, theSquamish Nation and the three North Shoremunicipalities will feel only adverse effects from thepipeline and raw bitumen export project.Chloe Hartley, North Vancouver

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This is all according to atrend report I receive onlineand usually ignore becauseI’m a fusty old bag whoreally doesn’t care whetherorange is in, wedge soleshave trampled ballet shoesand quinoa is so five minutesago. Sometimes, though, Ineed a metaphorical balloonto pop with my magicaltyping forefinger and thisweek, it’s people who can’tlet anything alone. You wantto control your dreams, yousay? In the name of God,why?

I won’t look for answersfrom the app calledYumemiru, which apparentlytranslates to “see the dream.”According to my trendreport, which calls itselfCassandra Daily, “Usersrun the app in their phone’sbackground, where it playssounds programmed totrigger the specified illusion.”

The effect is sort-of like

what lazy people like me didin high school when we readour lecture notes into a taperecorder and played the tapeback as we drifted off thenight before an exam, in thevain hope that the essentialrules of French grammarwould stick. With Yumemiru,before you slip away todreamland you simply “scriptthe images (you’d) like tosee while sleeping, fromamong eight different fantasyscenarios . . . designed tostimulate the astral plane.”

These include flying,romance, and “becomingrich.” I was, quite frankly,appalled when I read that.Do people honestly dreamabout getting rich? In myown dreams, I’m always toobusy trying to find a pair ofpants.

If you buy into dreamcontrol, you’re definitelythe trusting sort. Thecreator of the Yumemiru isa Japanese advertising firmcalled Hakuhodo, “so don’tbe surprised if you awaken

yearning to buy somethingrandom,” burbles CassandraDaily. To my mind, if you’rewilling to cede command ofyour dreams to an advertisingagency, you haven’timmersed yourself sufficientlyin TV’s Mad Men or listenedto enough of Terry O’Reilly’sfantastic CBC radio seriesUnder the Influence. Talkabout making a pact with thedevil; this is handing overyour psyche, lock, stock andbarrel.

But these Japaneseadvertisers aren’t the onlyones promising to sculptyour nocturnal adventures.A British psychologistcalled Richard Wisemanhas developed seductivesoundscapes for Apple’smobile operating systemiOS in an app called Dream:ON. Its 20 scenarios includeSpace Shuttle, Wild Westand A Trip to Tokyo. (Japanagain. Hmm.)

Downloading this appis, suspiciously, free. I smella quick and easy route tomass thought control, butthen, I’m not a joiner. SaysCassandra Daily, “the hopeis that this unique dreamdatabase will ultimatelyprovide valuable researchfor helping sufferers ofdepression.” I know thatwhen I’m depressed, it’s

my most fervent desire tofind myself roping steersand shooting cowboys — orvice versa — whenever I’mnot singing “Don’t StopBelievin’” over slabs of raweel in a Tokyo karaoke bar.

But this isn’t even thesum total of the mindmanipulation on offer.Simply visit the iTunesstore to find an app calledSigmund that was designedby Harvard PhD studentDaniel Nadler. During asleep study for the Mind/Brain/Behaviour InterfacultyInitiative (no alarm bellsthere), Nadler found that hecould direct 40 per cent ofthe dreams of participants bystaging readings during theirREM cycles.

You can do it yourselfusing Sigmund, whichprovides you with 1,000keywords from which tocreate your own “dreamstory” that will be read aloudto you while you’re dormant.

“If the app proves a hit,‘event dreaming’ couldbecome the next hot form ofentertainment,” gushes therelentlessly upbeat CassandraDaily.

In the interest of leavingpretty much nothing tochance, another applicationdevoted to “life-tracking”promises to turn your

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THE District of North Vancouver unveiled a20-year draft parks plan at an April 17 councilworkshop, although one councillor expressed fearthat the plan will never be more than a plan.

“Over the last 20 years we’ve seen a lot of studies comeforward,” said Coun. Alan Nixon. “And then nothing tangible,or not a lot tangible, comes forward.”

“We all embrace the concept of parks . . . but when it comesright down to it, it’s been given the short shrift, financially,”he said.

The plan calls for an expansion of Belle Isle Park, anew neighbourhood park north of Maplewood school, arevitalization of Maplewood Farm, and two new artificial turffields to be located somewhere on the North Shore.

While Coun. Lisa Muri approved of the plan, she said the

district needed to take a different approach to managing itsparks.

“Are we looking after what we have now?” she asked. “Andwe’re not really.”

Her point was echoed by Coun. Mike Little.“We have a lot of old, derelict pocket parks that haven’t seen

a shovel in 25, 30 years,” Little said.Implementing the draft plan is projected to cost as much as

$30 million over the next 20 years.The plan calls on the district to pay for 30 per cent of costs,

with the remaining funds coming from grants, developers andother levels of government.

New parks could also be more evenly distributed across thedistrict than what the plan calls for, according to Muri.

“There are no areas to go north of Mount Seymour Parkwayfor little kids,” she said. “The people that live here now will betaking the impacts of these developments,” Muri said, referringto the anticipated growth at Lynn Valley Centre, Lower LynnCentre, Lower Capilano Centre, and Maplewood Centre.

The district should also find a way to allow residents to storecanoes and kayaks near the waterfront, according to Muri.

Her comments about the burden of development wereechoed by Nixon.

While a few councillors acknowledged the difficulty in

finding government grants to assist the parks program, Littlesaid the district should be persistent.

“I don’t want us to let up on the pressure for the grants,”he said.

The plan should focus more on parks and less on trails,according to Coun. Roger Bassam.

“I’ve always had a nagging suspicion we had more trailsthan we need,” he said.

The district needs to do a better job of finishing park projects,according to Bassam, who discussed Inter-River Park.

“It could be a hugely successful venue for the community.We haven’t finished it,” he said.

The same problem has been evident with the delay ininstalling bathrooms at William Griffin Park, according toBassam.

Bassam asked city staff to investigate garbage managementin parks.

The responsibility of keeping parks clean should fall onresidents, according to Coun. Doug MacKay-Dunn.

“It’s got to be their park, not our park,” he said.Although the area is currently taken up by housing, the plan

calls for a new park just south of 27th Street close to LynnValley Shopping Centre.

“I’m still not entirely convinced we need a park there,” saidCoun. Robin Hicks.

The district should also make sure to consult neighboursbefore making any changes to Bells Isle Park, according toHicks.

“It’s almost regarded as their front yards,” he said. “I’m justconcerned if the residents down there take a look at that they’llbe jumping all over the place.”

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childcare worker at a group home in Vancouver. Aprobation officer working with one of the youthsat the home also had clients attending the newPASS program, and introduced Henderson to theschool. After completing a diploma in learningdisabilities and behaviour disorders, Hendersonjoined the school as an English teacher around1976. The school had just relocated from NorthStar Annex to the current site on ShavingtonStreet. At the age of 22, Henderson was teachingstudents 17 and 18 years old.

Students with behavioural issues, many ofwhom had dropped out of school, formedmuch of the initial student body. However, theprogram started to attract a younger populationwhen it became more well-known amongschool counsellors and other administratorswho were interested in the unique environmentand individualized program for students still inschool who were slipping through the cracks ofmainstream programs. The student populationat KLASS would come to include those whoweren’t getting their needs met or who neededmore intervention; students who were withdrawn,depressed, or anxious; or those whose homesituations were so dysfunctional they couldn’tcope with school.

Henderson says the spectrum of studentsstretched to include those who weren’t successfulin school due to issues basically unrelated tobehaviour but manifest in poor attendance andlack of engagement.

“In the beginning schools were reluctant togive up their students,” says Rae Shidlo, a formercounsellor and teacher at KLASS for nine years.Now retired, Shidlo says initially the school dealt

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with students mostly throughtheir probation officers, butas the program took root andbegan to appeal to youngerstudents, there was a waiting listto get in. Parents regularly metwith Shidlo to find out about

the school and if it would be agood fit for their child beforeenrolling. Some expressedconcern about KLASS’sreputation for having “gangstersand druggies.” Shidlo wouldreply to their enquiries: “Surethey’re there, but they’re also atthe regular school.”

Shidlo came to love her timeat KLASS. “It was wonderful. Imean, I couldn’t wait to get upin the morning,” she says, butadmits she had some doubts inthe beginning.

“I’d heard things too and Ithought, goodness am I readyfor this? And I thought no, I’m

going to do it. This sounds like agood challenge. And you knowwhat? I never regretted a day,”she says. “I loved every bloodyminute. It was challenging butit was so rewarding.”

Having previously taught atBalmoral and Carson Grahamsecondaries, Shidlo arrived

at KLASS to a student bodynot quite ready to let her in.Shidlo, who says she smilesand laughs a lot, realized thestudents thought her pleasantdemeanour was phony. “Afterthey realized that was just thereal me, it was OK,” she recalls.“They were just absolutely

delightful to work with becausethey were like sponges, theywere soaking it up because theywere accepted. Not tolerated,accepted.”

The philosophy behindthe alternate learning programat KLASS was to provide thestudents with a chance tosucceed.

“Generally the kids felt likethey were failures at school,”explains Shidlo. “Our attemptwas to change that attitude,because if you feel like you are asuccess, or not a failure at least,well you’re going to go on todo great things.”

Rather than focusing onnegative behaviour, the schoolendeavoured to highlightpositive behaviour and hardwork, and provide differentpathwaysthroughthetraditionalhigh school curriculum. Aflexible schedule at KLASSallowed students a longertimeline to complete courses ifrequired, and curriculum wassometimes adapted or modifieddepending on a student’sneeds.

“We teach in many, manydifferent ways,” explainsHenderson.

Those ways may include acombined auditory, written andguided practice approach ratherthan a standard stand-and-deliver approach, which mightnot be effective for a studentwith auditory processingchallenges, for example. It’s avaried and unique approachto educational challenges thatmay seem beyond the scopeof a teacher’s regular jobdescription, but Hendersonsays she likes the part of the jobthat helps her make a differencein individual lives.

“It’s sort of like a calling,”she says. “It’s the kind of schoolthat a lot of staff just stay for areally long time.”

In recent years, KLASSmaintained a regular enrolmentof about 130 students whoworked in classes of about 12,with one teacher and at leastone aide per class.

Shidlo says the majority ofstudents at KLASS did wellin her time at the school, but,like any high school, somedidn’t. For some students, itdidn’t matter how much theschool did for them, therewere a lot of other factorsinvolved. Those other factorsmay have included alcohol ordrug addiction combined withnegative community or friendassociations, or dysfunctionalhome environments.

In general, the goal ofthe KLASS program was toprepare students to returnto a mainstream high schoolprogram, usually after Grade 10.A small group graduated Grade12 at KLASS, and some entereda work-experience program.

“A lot of these kids havegone on to university; theyhave jobs, they are responsiblecitizens,” says Shidlo, whoremains in contact with manyformer staff and students fromthe school. “The connectionsyou made, last,” she says.

“I think part of the successthat happened for the KeithLynn kids was that they were intheir own building, it was their

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own spot. If they had disruptive behaviours it didn’t bother anybodyelse. It was part of the program, so then they weren’t ostracized ortold to be quiet because they were upsetting another classroom,”she says. “The school was their home, and I can’t see another placeoffering all of that.”

Henderson says there was indication that there would be changesin alternate education on the North Shore about three years agowhen the school district experienced a reduction in funds. Publicforums and gatherings were held to discuss the budget cuts. It wasthe beginning of a process that later included meetings with theschool district and members of the various alternate programs andtheir PAC groups to discuss possible consolidation, cohabitation ormaintenance of stand-alone programs. In the end, it was decidedto consolidate the North Shore’s alternate secondary programsin order to reduce costs associated with administering separateprograms.

Although Henderson would describe the current mood ofthe KLASS staff as “sad” about the change, the focus now is onthe students. Rather than adding to their stress and making the

transition more difficult, Henderson says they are holding steadfastto the school philosophy to try to view any kind of crisis or difficultyas an opportunity to learn.

“I think this is just one more hurdle that we need to view asan opportunity to help kids believe in themselves and that they’regoing to be successful and that they can do it,” she says.

It’s a message current KLASS student Sarah Lacroix, 17, appearsto have taken to heart.

“Keith Lynn has helped in many ways to prepare me for my nextstep. It has brought me from a place where I thought I couldn’t doanything, to now where I know I can accomplish anything I put mymind to. Today I am prepared to go back to mainstream school,and to continue on with my life with a brighter outlook on thingscoming my way.”

The end of the school term in June will mark the end of an era forKLASS students and staff, and Schidlo has a final parting messagefor those students who are moving on and for those who are stillstruggling: “Don’t give up. Every inch of you is worth gold.”

The KLASS student celebration is scheduled for Sunday, June 24, 11a.m.-1 p.m. For more information contact [email protected].

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Representatives of Soroptimist International of North and West Vancouver held their annual awardsceremony at Cheers Restaurant April 17. Signature Soroptimist awards recognizing North Shore womenwere given out and guest speaker Margaret Harman, program director of North Shore Crisis ServicesSociety, discussed Sage Transition House and the society’s work to promote secure environments forwomen and children. The Soroptimists continually welcome new members, visit www.soroptimistnvwv.orgfor more information.

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THE Millerd family knows a thing or two about pulling together.

The close-knit North Shore clan faced the ultimate test last year when daughter,Ali, 23, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, a cancer of the bone marrowand the blood that, without treatment, progresses quickly.

The devastating news rocked the family — parents Mary and Don, and Ali’ssisters Jenn, Lisa and Margot. Each family member rallied in their own way — from

cancelling a wedding to donating stem cells — to ensure their youngest member gotwell.

“I am very proud of all the gifts our daughters have that have become soabundantly visible: generosity, gratitude and love,” says Mary.

After a tough year of extensive hospitalizations and ongoing treatment, theMillerds are happy to report that Ali’s leukemia is now considered to be in remission.Realizing how lucky they are, the family has once again come together, but this timeto support others facing a similar diagnosis, as well as in honour of those who’ve

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THE Millerd family, Don (left), Jenn, Mary, Lisa, Margot and Ali (front), plan to walk the BMO Vancouver Half Marathon Sunday, May 6 toraise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada through Team in Training.

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■ Heart and Soul of Caregiv-ing — The Challenges andJoys: North Shore Communi-ty Resources Society’s FamilyCaregiver Support will hold afree interactive workshop andcelebration for caregivers andhealth care providers, Satur-day, May 5, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. atSeymour Golf and CountryClub, 3723 Mount SeymourParkway, North Vancouver.Registration: 604-982-3313.


WENDY Lustbaderconsiders caregivers tobe the most importantmembers of our society.

“They hold things togetherfor ill and disabled people andthey are deserving of honour,respect and as much help as pos-sible,” she says.

The Seattle, Wash.-basedsocial worker is an expert in thefield of caregiving and agingwith 30 years of experience. A

lecturer in the school of socialwork at the University of Wash-ington, she’s written a numberof books, including Counting onKindness: The Dilemmas of De-pendency and Taking Care of Ag-ing Family Members, and is con-tinually called upon throughoutNorth America to give presen-tations. “This is a tremendouslyimportant segment of societywho tend to just keep soldieringon without getting any help andit threatens their heath and well-being,” she says.

Lustbader will share herunique perspective in a free, in-teractive workshop presented byNorth Shore Community Re-sources Society’s Family Care-giver Support, timed with B.C.Family Caregiver Week, Satur-day, May 5 at the Seymour Golfand Country Club in NorthVancouver. Entitled Heart andSoul of Caregiving: The Chal-lenges and Joys, both caregiversand health care providers are en-couraged to attend.

“It’s a chance not only to getinformation about how to takecare of oneself and make lifebetter for the giver and receiverof care, but it’s also a chance tomeet with other people whoare in the same situation,” saysLustbader.

It’s amazing how helpful itcan be to talk to someone whoshares the experience of care-giving. “I always say, ‘No oneunderstands like a fellow care-giver,’” says Lustbader.

Caregivers can at times feelisolated, from their friendshipcommunity even, if members

lack caregiving experience. “Butthe minute you get into thepresence of someone who hasbeen a caregiver or is a caregiver,there’s instant understandingand rapport,” she says.

Lustbader hopes the work-shop does some positive workat both disseminating usefulinformation, as well as creatinga community of understandingamongst participants.

Caregivers of all walks of lifeand situations are encouraged toattend. “To take care of yourselfis to take care of the person whodepends on you,” says Lustbad-er. “Similarly to neglect oneself isto really undermine exactly whatyou’re hoping to do, which is tosupport someone. Self-care forthe caregiver and a decent lifefor the person who depends onthat person are intimately relat-ed. That’s what this conferenceis focused on: How can you in-crease your sense of well-beingand renew yourself so that youhave the strength and capacityto keep supporting this personwho needs you.”

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The Game of Life: Common-wealth Games Canada will hosta five-/10-kilometre run/walkthrough Stanley Park (begin-ning at Lumberman’s Arch)Sunday, April 29 at 8 a.m. Fee:$50/$40/$25. Registration:www.runningroom.com. Allproceeds go towards Interna-tional Development throughSport Programs in Common-wealth countries. Info: www.commonwealthgames.ca/ids.

North Shore Scotiabank MSWalk: A two-km short routeand a five-km long route willlead walkers on a scenic tourof the North Shore’s water-

front, starting and finishing inAmbleside Park, West Vancou-ver, Sunday, April 29. Check-in time will be 8 a.m. and thewalk will start at 10 a.m. Backat the finish area there will besnacks, refreshments, music andfamily-friendly activities. Wheel-chairs, scooters and strollerswelcome. Info: www.mssociety.ca/mswalk.

West Vancouver Lawn Bowl-ing Club Opening Day: Com-munity members of all ages areencouraged to try lawn bowl-ing and consider becoming amember, Sunday, April 29 at1 p.m. at the club, located at650-20th St., West Vancouver.Refreshments offered, as wellas games and prizes. Free. Info:

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A Nine-Step Creation Process— Making Positive State-ments: Learn about importantaffirmative life tools Wednesday,May 2, 7 p.m. at John Braith-waite Community Centre, 145West First St., North Vancou-ver. Presented by the CanadianMental Health Association.Admission by donation. Info:604-987-6959 or www.north-westvancouver.cmha.bc.ca.

The Art of Healthy Living —The Art of Healthy Relation-ships: Learn the dynamics ofhealthy relationships Thursday,May 3, 7-9 p.m. at the FerryBuilding Gallery, 1414 ArgyleAve., West Vancouver. Fee: $13.

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Better Breathers: An educa-tion and support group for in-dividuals with chronic lung dis-eases, and their family membersand friends. The group meetsthe first Friday of each month,1-3 p.m. at the West VancouverCommunity Centre, 2121 Ma-rine Dr. At the May 4 meetingthere will be a presentation onhealth recovery through tai chiwith an introductory session.Free. Info and registration:Rosemary, 604-904-6200, ext.4150 or [email protected].— compiled by Debbie Caldwell

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ON May 2, two University of Western Ontariostudents will have written their final exam andwill begin a journey home to their native WestVancouver for summer break.

While hopping a plane is the obvious means of returningto the North Shore, the intrepid first-year business studentsWilly Konantz and Taylor Scholz (longtime best friends andCollingwood School grads) have something else in mind.

Inspired by Willy’s father Don’s March 2011 diagnosis withprostate cancer, the duo have created Gear West: Our Ride ForMen, a fund- and awareness-raising initiative seeing them hopaboard bicycles and travel an average of 160 kilometres per day,six days a week (totaling more than 4,600 kilometres) for about amonth, from their university town to their North Shore home.

Through their efforts, they hope to raise $50,000 for theVancouver Prostate Centre, which is focused on improvinglongevity and quality of life for prostate cancer patients. Thecancer facility operates a patient clinic and conducts research.

Willy is pleased with the opportunity to do something forDon, 49.

“When he got diagnosed with prostate cancer, there wasnothing that I could really do,” says Willy, 19. “I’m not a doctor,I don’t have any capabilities except for comforting him and raisinghis spirits. So when Taylor and I thought of this it was kind ofthe best thing because I could actually do something for him andmake him proud. This is the best way to raise his spirits I believe,so it means a lot to me. . . . He says he’s very, very proud.”

Willy and Taylor came up with the idea while biking to a partyin West Vancouver near the end of their Grade 12 year. Don’srecent diagnosis was weighing heavily on their minds and theywere discussing fellow Collingwood grad, Riley Senft, a friend ofWilly and his family’s, who ran across Canada in 2011 as part of afundraiser entitled Step Into Action. Senft raised more than halfa million dollars for the Vancouver Prostate Centre.

“I said to Willy, ‘Wouldn’t it be cool if we did something likethat for a cause?” says Taylor, 19.

They initially thought they’d put together a small ridesomewhere in B.C.

“Then it just started growing,” says Taylor. “We got a lotof support and a lot of followers and we started realizing it wasgoing to be a pretty big event.”

Like Willy, Taylor is happy to be able to do something inDon’s honour as he’s known the Konantz family for as long ashe can remember.

“They’re obviously going through a tough time,” he says.“It was really hard for all of them, but they’re an amazing family,they’ve (dealt) with it so well. Don’s such an inspirational guy,

he was always so happy and just being so honest with how he wasfeeling and what he was going through. It’s really tough to see aman that healthy, that young, go through something so tough.”

While the pair are accomplished athletes — both playedfor Collingwood’s provincial championship rugby team, Willycompeted in ski racing and Taylor is an avid basketball and soccerplayer — they have little road biking experience. To prepare,they’ve been undergoing training, both on the road and spinningin the gym, and are feeling pretty confident about how they’llfare.

Their friends Mikhail Zalesky, a fellow Collingwood grad, andYongku Jung, who graduated from Sentinel secondary, will travel

behind them in a support car.On May 2, Willy’s parents — Don, who’s continuing to

undergo treatment for his cancer, and mom Catherine — will jointhem for the first leg of their cycle, from London to Toronto.

West Coast residents are encouraged to join the Gear Westriders for the final leg of their journey, from Abbotsford toDundarave in West Vancouver, an approximately 70-km stint,June 6.

For more information on Gear West: Our Ride For Men, tomake a donation or join the final leg, visit ourrideformen.com.For more information on the Vancouver Prostate Centre, visitwww.prostatecentre.com.

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WHEN it comes to inspiring NorthShore youth to take action, one localteen is unstoppable.

For the last three years, Julia Tikhonova, aGrade 11 student at Collingwood School, hasrallied her peers to unite and raise funds andawareness for one cause after another.

This year, she’s focused on families and is pre-senting Kilometres for Kids, a five-kilometre fam-ily walk starting at the Ambleside Youth Centrein West Vancouver on Saturday, May 5, from 10a.m. to 1 p.m. Funds raised from the event willsupport the dermatology and otolaryngology di-visions of the B.C. Children’s Hospital Founda-tion.

The main aim of the walk is to bring familiestogether. “The family bond is really important tome,” says Tikhonova, 16. “It’s really nice to seefamilies come together in the community to raisefunds for these really important issues for thenext generation.”

The walk, which will be followed by a barbe-cue, is being held during B.C. Youth Week.

In 2011, Tikhonova organized a similarevent, entitled the Be Real Walk, in support ofNorth Vancouver’s Be Real Eating Disorders

Clinic, which offers community-based assess-ment and ongoing treatment for youth with dis-ordered eating and eating disorders. The eventraised more than $4,000. In 2010, Tikhonovaorganized a 10-km fundraising run in her formerhome community, Port Coquitlam, entitled theFathers’ Run. Held in honour of her grandfatherwho succumbed to prostate cancer, the eventraised more than $3,000 for the Prostate CancerFoundation B.C.

“I think that we have a lot of opportunities,especially youth, we have so many opportunitiesto do amazing things, and it’s important to giveback,” says Tikhonova. “I feel like I become abetter person as I do it, I mature and I becomestronger and more confident. . . . And people en-joy it too, which is great. It’s very rewarding.”

Tikhonova is grateful for the strong level ofsupport she receives for her efforts, from sponsorsto local youth, and of course her own family.

“They’re just always there, they’re fantastic,”she says.


JULIA Tikhonova, a Grade 11 Collingwood School student, invites North Shorefamilies to Kilometres for Kids, a fundraising walk, Saturday, May 5.

“I think that we have a lot ofopportunities, especially youth,we have so many opportunitiesto do amazing things, and it’s

important to give back.”— Julia Tikhonova

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succumbed to a blood cancer.Along with a few extended

family members and friends, allsix Millerds have committed towalking next weekend’s BMOVancouver Half Marathon,Sunday, May 6, in hopesof raising $30,000 for theLeukemia and Lymphoma

Society of Canada throughits fundraising and supportivetraining program, Team inTraining.

“We were surprised bycancer,” says Mary, 57, a WestVancouver resident. “Ali wasthe last member in our familywe would think of gettingsick.”

“It was shocking and it took

a long time to absorb the realityof living with a loved one witha life threatening illness,” sheadds.

Ali received her diagnosisin May 2011. Feeling fatigued,often finding herself out ofbreath and suffering numerousbruises, she went to the doctorand was immediately sent for ablood test.

“I went one morning andby that night they had calledme in for a blood transfusion,”she says, adding she was thentransferred from Lions GateHospital to Vancouver GeneralHospital, where she remainedfor the following two and a halfmonths.

Ali underwent a few roundsof chemotherapy and then astem cell transplant in August2011.

“We were lucky that she hada sibling match,” says Lisa, 26,who was her donor.

“It was really great to be ableto make a physical contributionto (Ali’s) healing,” she adds.

While Ali is currently onmedication to treat graft versushost disease, which can followa stem cell transplant anddevelops when the donor’simmune cells mistakenly attackthe patient’s normal cells, hercancer has been in remissionsince December 2011.

Ali’s life is slowly returningto normal. Having just finishedher second year at CapilanoUniversity when she receivedher diagnosis, she had beenplanning to go to the Universityof British Columbia that fall,which she was forced to put onhold for a year. She’s currentlytaking an online class and willhead to UBC this September.She hopes to complete abachelor’s degree in psychology

and one day work with childrenas an educator.

Ali has decided to take anadvocacy role and has appliedto work at the Canadian CancerSociety’s Camp Goodtimes thissummer, and will serve as anHonoured Teammate for futureTeam in Training participants.She is also planning to walk inthe North Shore Relay For LifeJune 9.

“Ali’s attitude was amazing;her courage, strength and lovecarried her through and helpedto carry us through,” saysMary.

The rest of the Millerds arealso interested in giving back.While they’re grateful that Aliis in recovery, they know there’sstill a long way to go in termsof available treatment options,says Jenn, 31, who was forcedto cancel her wedding last yearas Ali was in the hospital andwouldn’t have been able toattend.

“We feel so lucky to havebenefitted from what otherpeople have done in terms ofresearch and fundraising andthings like that and so we justwant to give back to the futurepeople and to those types (ofblood cancers) that still need alot more work before they canbe cured,” says Jenn.

Margot brought up the ideaof participating in a Team inTraining event, and the family

is currently $6,000 away fromits fundraising goal.

“We had a lot of peoplewho were just really generous,a lot of family and friends,” saysJenn.

“It’s been a really good wayfor people who care about Alito show their support,” addsLisa.

Their fundraising efforts willsupport the search for cures forblood cancers like leukemia,lymphoma and myeloma.

While the Millerds havealways been a close family, theirexperiences over the last yearhave brought them even closer.

“There was a real sense ofconnectedness, as hard as itwas,” says Mary. “We talkedabout important things. We’vealways been pretty open, but Ithink we’ve become more openand more caring.”

To support the Millerdfamily’s fundraising efforts, visittinyurl.com/teamali.

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PENSIONS are back inthe news.

Last year there was adebate around what to dowith the Canada PensionPlan.

This year the focus is onOld Age Security (OAS).

Currently the OAS pensionis available starting at age65. The Guaranteed IncomeSupplement (GIS), paid toabout one-third of seniors,begins at 65. The Allowanceis paid from ages 60-64.

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After months of playingcoy about their intentionsthe Conservative governmenttook action.

Starting in 2023,Canadians who are 54 andyounger will have to wait twomore years before becomingeligible to collect OAS andthe GIS.

The news came as nosurprise, except for thefact that the GIS is to beincluded in the new eligibilityrequirement. After all, weare talking about the poorestseniors here.

The original threshold toreceive OAS was age 70, butit was lowered in incrementsin the late-1960s to 65.

A national surveyconducted by Ipsos Reidin February found three-quarters of Canadiansopposing raising the agefor OAS eligibility. The

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Who is likely to sufferthe most? The poorest ofthe poor, namely seniorwomen living alone, withoutother retirement or pensionincome.

Let’s cut to the chasehere. Are our future pensioncommitments a threat toour public finances? Theshort answer is no. Currentlythe cost of the OAS, theGIS and the Allowanceprograms are equal to 2.36per cent of GDP in termsof expenditures. That figurerises to 3.14 per cent of GDPin 2030 and falls back to2.33 per cent of GDP (whichis even lower than it is today)by 2060.

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It was 18 years since my first visit, when there were few cars and the way to getaround was on a cyclo-rickshaw. Today the city is a bedlam of motorbikes and cars, butI did find a cyclo and enjoyed a memorable, peaceful experience through backstreetsto the central market, where a few dollars buys enough cottons to broker into a tidysum at a Vancouver music gig.

American passengers roamed the streets looking for the rooftop from which the lastrefugees were lifted off by helicopter as Saigon fell. I went to the War Museum whichhas a guillotine left behind by the French.

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A flourish of the wallet is required, however, for two of the fourrestaurants on board, but $25 per person is not bad. As someonesaid, if they were free you’d never be able to get in.

Afterwards, entertainment breaks out all over the ship, from songand dance acts in the theatre to a London guitar man called Trevor,whose polished “Mustang Sally” in the snazzy Observation loungeleaves the thought that compared to home these days, a cruise ship isjust about the only place you can find live music, and dance, withoutventuring into a combat zone.

Finally, a dawn entry into Hong Kong’s fabulous harbor, alwaysa thrill no matter how many times I do it. And taking a leaf out ofAzamara’s book, we would not be rushing away, not as Asia’s mostexciting city was in the throes of giving a rousing welcome to theyear of the dragon.

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JOE and Ruby Saito explore the ruins at Coba, Mexico.

NI and Tony Burrows catch up with the North Shore News inEast Kalimantan, Borneo, Indonesia.

CONNOR, Mark and Dylan Ritchie and LisaMingo take in the scenery at Lake Taupo, NewZealand.

DOREEN Unger checks out the penguin colony on the FalklandIslands.

MATTHEW and Megan Dunn get some sunshine inYarrawonga, Victoria, Australia.

KELLY, Lindsey and Ryan Barker, Luca and ChloePrimerano and Bremen, Brock and Bexley Meyerhang out in Maui.

JIM, Deion, Brett and Pam Drakos visit Stonehengein Wiltshire, England.

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DAYNE Jackson and Halle Huston vacation onLittle Corn Island off the coast of Nicaragua.

FIREFIGHTERS Without Borders Canada teammembers Norm MacLeod, Derek Dickson, BrianMetzak and Michael Emri visit an orphanage whileon a training deployment in Asuncion, Paraguay.

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The Icons, an elite all-female teamfrom North Vancouver’s Absolute Cheerand Tumbling, will have their game faceson this weekend as they vie for points andprestige at The Cheerleading Worlds inOrlando, Fla. The 24-member team hasjust two minutes and 30 seconds to showthe world that they belong on the sport’sbiggest stage.

“It takes a certain kind of person reallyto do this. . . . The stakes are quite high,”

said Absolute owner and team head coachSonja Lucia Bocs on Tuesday, two daysbefore the team departed for Orlando.“You have two minutes and 30 seconds toprove yourself. . . . We’re not like socceror baseball where you can just throw insomebody else and bench somebody. Itliterally relies on every single person toexecute. It’s very fun, a lot of pressure.”

The Icons are competing in the all-female, international Level 6 division, theonly team from British Columbia in thatcategory. Yesterday, after North ShoreNews deadline, they faced off against five

other teams from Canada hoping to earnone of three berths in today’s internationalchampionship.

Regardless of how the scores go thisweekend, the Icons have put a lot ofwork into their routine since they beganpractising it last September.

“It’s pretty cool — these kids train likethree, four, five times a week just for twominutes and 30 seconds,” said Bocs.

The team includes all-star cheerleaders,aged 16-25, from across the LowerMainland, including two from the NorthShore. West Vancouver’s Brooke Senton,a 16-year-old West Van secondary student,is the youngest member of the team whileNorth Vancouver’s Nicole Jenni was addedas a very last-minute replacement.

“She was an alternate and one of ourgirls is unable to compete due to illness,so she was called in literally two days ago,”

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Plavsicheadedback toOlympicGamesAndy [email protected]

WEST Vancouver’sZac Plavsic booked histicket to the LondonOlympics earlier thismonth, finishing asthe top Canadian atthe World WindsurfingChampionships inCadiz, Spain.

Plavsic finished 16th overallat the World Championshipto earn his second trip tothe Olympic Games. In2008 Plavsic finished 23rdin windsurfing at the BeijingOlympics.

This year’s worldchampionships were a blusteryaffair with high winds wreakinghavoc on the schedule and theracers. With winds whippingup to 50 knots, the final twodays of races were cancelled,replaced by speed trial sessions.Plavsic raced the speed trialson a borrowed board afterwinds and high speeds rippedup his sail.

“I am happy with qualifyingbut not happy with my resultsat the world championships,”said Plavsic in an email tothe North Shore News.“This will add to my fuel as Ipush forward in the comingmonths.”

Plavsic started strongly inthe event, finishing fourthin race No. 1, but could notbreak the top-10 the rest ofthe way. In race No. 9 Plavsictook a hard fall and finished in35th spot. Though he placed16th overall, his ranking forthe Games bumps up to 12thbecause each country is onlyallowed to send one racer tothe Olympics.See Season page 35


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CHRIS Spencer, staring centre for the Chicago Bears, pushes a weighted sleighacross some unforgiving asphalt as part of a workout with the team at NorthVancouver’s Level 10 Fitness. Spencer made a special trip to the North Shore toget into top shape before the NFL season begins.

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WEST Vancouver’s Sam Reinharthelped Canada’s national under-18men’s hockey team score bronze at theIIHF U18 World Championships heldApril 12-22 in Brno, Czech Republic.

Reinhart scored a first-period goal in thebronze medal match against Finland in a gamethat Canada went on to win 5-4 in overtime.Calgary’s Hunter Shinkaruk did most of thedamage for the Canadians in the third-placeshowdown, scoring a hat trick, including thegame-winner two minutes and five seconds intothe overtime period.

The bronze medal ended a three-yearmedal drought for Canada at the U18 worldchampionships. The United States completedan unbeaten run through the tournamentwith a convincing 7-0 win over Sweden in thechampionship final to claim their fourth straightgold medal.

Reinhart ended the tournament with twogoals and three assists in seven games. The 16-year-old finished fourth in rookie scoring in theWestern Hockey League for the 2011-12 season,notching 28 goals and 35 assists for 62 points in

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brother Griffin Reinhart leads a trio of NorthShore players into the top-30 for North Americanskaters in NHL Central Scouting’s final rankingsheading into the 2012 NHL draft.

Griffin, a defenceman for the WHL’sEdmonton Oil Kings, was ranked 10th on thelist, released last week in advance of the draftwhich will be held June 22-23 in Pittsburgh.

NorthVancouver’sColtonSissonsalsocrackedthe top-15, coming in ranked 14th amongstNorth American skaters. The Kelowna Rocketscentre is the highest-rated WHL forward on thelist. North Vancouver’s Dalton Thrower roundsout the top-ranked trio. The Saskatoon Bladesdefenceman comes in at No. 26 on the list.

Rounding out the Reinhart report, oldestbrother Max Reinhart made his pro debut withthe Abbotsford Heat April 15 and scored a pair ofgoals in a 5-4 win over the Toronto Marlies. Max,a 2010 draft pick of the Calgary Flames, joinedthe Heat after finishing off his final junior seasonwith the Kootenay Ice. Max has since appeared inone Calder Cup playoff game, helping the Heatto a 3-0 sweep of the Milwaukee Admirals intheir first-round series.

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Season comes down to just one short routineBocs said of Jenni, an Argyle secondary grad.“She learned the whole thing in two days.”

The Icons competed in the same competitionlast year and finished last outof the Canadian teams. Thereare many new faces this year— only seven are returningmembers — and expectationsare higher this time around,said Bocs.

“They actually have achance to do quite well thisyear — within the last calendarseason they’ve improved abouttenfold,” she said, adding thatthey’ll still be hard pressed tomake it to today’s internationalfinal. “They would need to hita near perfect routine just tobe able to qualify for (Sunday).It’s a huge learning experiencefor them. For a gym that’s onlybeen around for four years, it’sa huge accomplishment for

them to receive this honour to represent theircountry.”

The team’s success defies the sport’s relativelow profile in British Columbia, said Bocs.

“It’s kind of cool that such a small little

community like the North Shore is able torepresent our country on a world stage,” shesaid. “A lot of people don’t know that we evenexist. Cheerleading starts on the North Shore atfour years old and can go all the way up to 25 or

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CARSON Graham’sgirls team finishedsecond at the 2012B.C. Rugby highschool provincialsevens championshipheld April 13-14 atthe University ofBritish Columbia’sThunderbird Stadium.

The Eagles opened playon Day 1 with three straightvictories, topping RobertBateman14-10,Mt.Boucherie22-12 and Elgin Park 33-5 tofinish first place in their pool.

On Day 2 Carson Grahamscored a 24-0 quarterfinal winover Walnut Grove followedby a tough 15-12 semifinalvictory over Cowichan to booka spot in the championshipfinal.

The Eagles’ run endedthere, however, as AbbotsfordCollegiate steamrolled to thetitle, knocking off Carson 37-0 in the final. Cup final MVPLauren Arthur recorded threetries for Abbotsford, whooutscored their opponent’s218-5 in the tournament.

The rugby sevenschampionship expanded to 15teams this season after onlyfive competed in last year’stournament. The sport hasbeen added to the Olympicprogram for 2016.

Carson Graham’s rugbygirls have now turned theirattention to the regular 15-a-side game with provincialchampionships in that sportscheduled for May 24-26 atWest Vancouver’s KlahaniePark.

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BADGER - Geraldine JuliaSept. 27, 1926 - April 19, 2012Born in Toronto and raised inWinnipeg, Gerry was agraduate of Gordon Bell HighSchool. She married husband,Brian in 1949 and raised threec h i l d r e n R i c k , S t e v e n(Jeanette) and Jill (Robin).Gerry was one of the originalworking moms in the early 60’sbalancing home, work andfamily. She worked at theWinnipeg Free Press untilmoving to Vancouver in 1973where she worked for NationalTrust well into retirement. Infact it was joked that someonewas going to have to tell herthat she must retire. However,in that she never would tell herage, she carried on workingright into her 70’s saying“Retire, why would I retire?”Gerry was a true lady with agreat sense of style who lovedfashion, looking good andhaving a closet full of shoes.S h e a d o r e d h e rgranddaughters, Rachel ,Melissa, Meagan and Carolineand became affectionatelyknown as ‘Gammie’ to thewhole family. Gammie madeevery family occasion specialand fun and will be deeplymissed by her family, friendsand all who knew her.A memorial service will be heldat Boal Chapel, Lillooet Road,North Vancouver on MondayApril 30 at 10 am. In lieu offlowers the family requestsdonations be made to CanuckPlace.

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DIRASSAR - RosamondKatherine Susan (Brown)October 29, 1925 – April 19, 2012Susan passed away peacefullywith family by her side after ane x t e n d e d s t r u g g l e w i t hA l z h e i m e r ’ s . S h e w a spredeceased by husband Leon,parents Edward and RosamondAnketell-Jones, brother Michael,and former husband/ friend IvanBrown. She will be dearly missedby her children; David (Fe),Michael (Mandi), Christine(Pe t e r ) , De r e k ( L e s l i e ) ,grandchildren; Leslie (Conor),Andrea (Kyle), Malcolm, Jenny,Wes, Amelia, Chelsea, Devon,Nathan, Lucas, Dexter and greatgrandchildren; Lochlann, Ryder,Emily and Sage. Susan was bornin Duncan, B.C., and attendedQueen Margaret’s School whereshe discovered her athletic skills;excelling in field hockey. Shortlyafter graduating from U of T as aphysiotherapist she married Ivan,moved to Vancouver and thensettled on the North Shore wherethey raised their 4 children. Theirhappiest memories came fromtheir summer holidays on ThetisIsland. In 1982 Susan marriedLeon Dirassar and shared manyhappy years together travelling toexotic places and enjoying theGulf Islands. Susan was an avidcompetitive tennis player and amember of the West VancouverTennis Club until she was 75.When not playing tennis, Susanvolunteered as a Green CoatAmbassador at YVR. Susan andLeo resided in West Vancouverand spent weekends andsummers on Mudge Island, whichbecame their permanent home in2002. She loved the outdoors,gardening and had an amazingeye for photography, eventuallycreating beautiful photo cards forevery special occasion. Susanspent many hours sharing herlove of the island life with herfamily and many friends; beachcombing, touring the islands andwatching sunsets. Her greatestpleasure came from her children,g randch i l d ren and g rea tgrandchildren. Susan was alwaysa gracious lady and a wonderfulhostess with an infectious laughwho loved having conversationswith everyone who crossed herpath. A Celebration of Life will beheld Saturday May 5th 2012 at1pm at St. Stephen’s Church 85522nd Street West Vancouver. Areception and tea will follow at thechurch.

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DUFAUT - RobertAug. 2, 1925 - April 21, 2012Dad passed peacefully after acourageous battle with cancer.He was predeceased by hisBrother Louis and Sisters JeanneDe La Fontaine and MarthaMedlicott. He is survived by hisWife Adina and his Son Rene,and many nieces and nephews,relatives and good friends. Hewas born in Winnipeg MB andworked as a businessman, laterretiring to the West coast,enjoying life. He was a member ofBlue Lodges, Scottish Rite andthe Shrine - Khartum and Gizeh.He loved Sports, was an avidhunter and Fisherman, was agreat provider. He will be missedby all. Thanks to Dr. Bolt, Dr.Finland, and the Doctors of LionsGate Hospital for believing in theSanctity of life. God bless thenurses of I.C.U. and Dr.Edmunds, Dr. Rob Scott for theirg rea t unders tand ing andguidance. Donations may bemade to the Lions GateFoundation at 231 E. 15th, NorthVancouver, BC, V7L 2L7 inmemory of Robert Dufaut, or thecharity of your Choice. FuneralService will be held at St.A n t h o n y ’ s P a r i s h , 2 3 4 7Inglewood Ave, West Vancouver,May 1, 2012 at 11 am. To signbook of condolence, please clickon mckenziefuneralservice.com

HENNECKER -Melville (Mel)Born in North Vancouver on May8, 1921, Mel passed awaypeacefully on April 8, 2012, at age90. He will be sadly missed by hisfamily & friends. A memorialservice will be held on May 5th2:00 pm at Boal Chapel, 1505Lillooet Road, North Vancouver.In lieu of flowers, please makedonations to the North ShoreRescue Team Society, or thecharity of your choice.

PORRITT, Winifred LouiseJan 22, 1925 - Apr 19, 2012

Winifred Louise Porritt (Pritchard)passed away peacefullyThursday evening April 19th, inSequim Washington. April 21stwas the 64th anniversary of hermarriage, Don and Freddie hadmany years of happy retirementin Bellingham, in Arizona,travelling the world and golfing.Freddie is lovingly rememberedby Don and their daughters LeeJohnston in Victoria and Tracey(Rick Scurfield) in NorthVancouver, and her nieceMyfanwy (David Jones) andfamily in Leicester, England.Three grandchildren, TeresaScurfield (Gary Kelly), DevonJohnston, Mike Scurfield andtwo great grandchildren, Jordanand Amanda Kelly; Don’s sisterWendy Wiggins, niece Lenore,nephew Paul and their families.Freddie is most remembered asa dedicated nurse includingvolunteering in PlannedParenthood and geriatric care,an excellent golfer, life-longsewing fan and a truly goodfriend. Memorial tea inVancouver will held in the nearfuture.

Stewart, James B. (Jim)

After a great struggle toovercome the infectionsand complications of heartsurgeries, Jim passed awayin St. Paul’s Hospital onApril 23, 2012 at the age of72. Left to miss Jim greatlyare Sandra, his wife of 47years, sons Ryan (Alisha)and Rod and his cherishedgranddaughter Jamie Marie.

Jim retired in 2004 after 37years with Bic Inc. He lovedall sports, travel, readingand walking. His sense ofhumour will be his greatestlegacy.

In lieu of flowers, memorialdonations can be made to theB.C. Cancer Foundation. Noservice by request. A familygathering will be held soon.

Always walk beside us Jim.

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Darlene passed away peacefullyon Sunday, April 22, 2012 in NorthShore Hospice after a courageous 3-year battle with liver cancer. She waspredeceased by her parents, motherHelen Jacobi (nee Van Dyck) and fatherMichael Jacobi. Darlene is survivedby her beloved family: brother Gary(Lynda), niece Nadine (Mike), nephewBrent (Theresa), great niece Julia, greatnephews Cohen, Levi, and Kaleb, cousinJoyce (Duke) Dukeshire, and AuntElisabeth Dyck. She would also wish to

acknowledge special friends: Dolly Majer, Boni Jacobi, Sandrine Contant,and Arvilla Read and family.

Although born in Flin Flon Manitoba – winter at minus 35 degrees! – shewas raised in North Vancouver, where her father helped build the “VictoryShips” during WW2. Darlene was an active Christian, who, through theSalvation Army and the United Church of Canada, strived to make people’slives more just and equitable, particularly for women and children. Shewas an educator teaching in the public schools of North Vancouver, andlater, she took on various leadership positions relevant to education. Atireless political activist, she made a positive contribution by workingwith others to develop policies on many issues, including: child care,homelessness, and “Child Labour Standards and Enforcement.” Darlenecontributed her considerable intelligence, energy, and compassion tohelping make Canadian society a generous place for all, including thosenew to Canada and in need of a helping hand. She often spoke about thegratitude her mother felt to Canada. As a child, her mother and her DutchMennonite family were brought to Canada as refugees from Russia afterthe revolution.

Special thanks to Dr. Haaf and Dr. Smiljanic, the Lions Gate Hospital ChemoTeam, and to the North Shore Hospice for their excellent care.

A memorial service will be held at Highlands United Church, NorthVancouver, on Wednesday, May 2, at 1:30 pm, Rev. Cheryl Black officiating.Reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers you may wish to make a donation to GreenpeaceCanada, The Lions Gate Hospital Foundation, or a charity of your choice.

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Newly Reno’d 1 BR $955/mo,incls heat, hw, cbl, ns np, June 1,min 1 year lease, 604-987-8807

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6505-12 West VanApt. Rentals6505-12

WESTWIND APTS - 2025Bellevue Ave, W Van, 2 BR Reno’dmtn view & 2 br ocean viewCat OKSenior discount. 604-913-0734

BAYVIEWAPTS1550 Duchess Ave,W. Van.

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Luxury Over The Seawall!Bach, 1 BR pool rec. rm, pet ok2190 Bellevue Ave 604-926-6287

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LYNN VALLEY UPDATED 1 BR,hardwood flrs, May 1. $1006.604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

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1 BR, 2109 Bellevue. faces East,hardwood, hw & heat incl’d, Apr 2.np, ns, $1060, 604-986-1294

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326 WEST 1st St. 1 br $800& up.Nr seabus, secure prkg, no pets.Avail NOW. 604-983-6916

THE EDWARDIAN1330 Clyde Ave. 1 Bdrm Avail.May 1st. 1390.00 View, No Pets,N/S, Util. not incl. For appt.

604-926-3741

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1 BR + small den, main, greatpatio, bright, ful ly reno’dthroughout, new furnished/equipped, inlc’d wd, hydro &cable, priv. entry, np E. 4th, $1200604-644-8590 or 604-990-0981

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6540 Houses - Rent6540180° VIEW home Upper Delbrook4 BR, 3 bath, ns, pet neg, totallyupdated $3500 Now 604-551-7685

4 BR, 2 bath, upper Lonsdale, hwflrs, view, sundeck & more.$2500/mo, Now, 604-715-2536

DEEPCOVE, 3 BR 2 ba, f/p, h/wflrs, updated, fam room, $2600604-925-8824 Vistarealty.net

HORSESHOE BAY, lovely 3bdrm lane house, unfurn, 2 bath,garage, $2500, 604-913-7772

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W Van, Dundarave, walk toshops, seawall, new carpets/paint, 3 bdrm, den, bsmt, (or 4bdrms) $3600/m, no pets, Details@ Call 604-319-7674

6505-12 West VanApt. Rentals6505-12

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6590 Rooms65901 BR, furn, own bath, UpperLonsdale, 1 blk to bus, $600 inclTV, internet, phone, w/d, accessto kitchen, suits 1, 604-987-2839

6595 SharedAccommodation6595

6595-45 NorthVancouver6595-45

1 BR, central, Upper Lonsdale,prefer woman, shrd kitchen/ldry,$575 incl, ns. Now 604-985-5168

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6602 Suites/PartialHouses6602

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1 BR + den bsmt, BRAND NEWfamily room, w/d, d/w, patio, alrm,hydro & cable, ns np, CentralLonsdale $1350. 604-985-6607

1 BR & den, g/l fully furnished ste,bright charming space, own w/d,Riverside area, $1350 incl utils,cable & wifi. N/S, small pet ok.Avail May 1, Call 604-360-0517

1 BR garden suite, W. Van, LowerB.P. $825 incl.utils n/s n/p, Avail-able May1/June1 604-922-7345

1 BR spacious bsmt ste, North-lands area, N Van, insuite laun-dry, cat ok $900. 604-644-9621

1 STUDIO garden lvl priv patio,bright, $950, heritage home, 6appl, ns np, now 604-603-5528

2 BR, bright, above grd, fp, wd,patio, new reno. Close to bus, 2ndNarrows, Cap U, ns, sm pets ok$1175. 778-999-4397

2 BR bsmt ste, Calverhall, d/w,w/d, gas fp, ns np, incl utils $1150604-971-3348

2 BR bsmt suite, Tempe Heights,new floors, freshly painted, 5appls, gas f/p, ns np, NOW,$1300 + utils 604-340-8178

2 BR + den, 1 bath, 1000sf,shared laundry, prkg. Nr shops &all major routes, 1 yr lease reqdNP, NS, $1200 + 40% utils. 209 E5th St, May 1st. 604-780-9334

2 BR, Edgemont, 1200sf, private,w/d, d/w, ns, cat ok, $1500 All incl,Suit 2 adults Now 604-725-5832

2 BR garden level, quiet, wd, ns,np, $1100 + utils, incls cbl/net,May 1 or 16, call 604-980-5152

2 BR, newly reno’d cntrlLonsdale, $1500 incl utils/net/cbl,May 1st, NP, 604 715-2466

2 BR spacious nr Seymour Rvrnew stove/dw/patio prkg, ns catok $1280 May1st, 604-913-3109

3 BR, 2 bath, upper Delbrook, sepentry, ns, sm pet ok $2150 + 50%utils. May 1. 778-968-4221

A STUDIO suite, in quiet upperLonsdale home, garden level, 5appls, gas fp, May 1, Reno’d, ns,np, $760 incl utils, 604-988-6818

2 BR ste, Lynn Valley, suit 2, newcarpets, w/d, nr amens, ns/np,$1175+ utils, 604-987-5800

DEEP COVE cottage 600 sf, privyrd & entry, suit 1 quiet ns, $900incl hydro, no wd, 604-929-4513

EDGEMONT 1br+den, radiantflrs, wd, Net, satellite, ns np,$1250 incls May 1 604-985-7267

6602 Suites/PartialHouses6602

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6605 Townhouses -Rent6605

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6008 Condos/Townhouses6008

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OPEN SUN 2-4. 1706 612 5thAve. Incredible views! 1086 sf.1.5 baths. 1 BR + den. $299,000.Brian Erhardt, Royal LePageCoronation West, 604-649-4382.


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SPACIOUS 2 bed/2 Bath 925 sq.ft. $429,000.Grt open plan, gasf/p. Open Sat May 5th 2 - 4pmC10-332 Lonsdale Ave. Troy Re/Max Select Prpty 604-737-8865

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6015 For Sale byOwner6015

THOMCREEKRanch - House forSale By Owner. In Chilliwack’spremier retirement complex. 2090sq ft finished plus 294 unfinishedready to model. In the top row withsuperb, unspoilable views of theCity, mountains and way beyond.Excellent Clubhouse. Friendlyneighbours $440,000 negotiable.No HST. 604-824-1892

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections April 29 - May 5, 2012★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Aries March 21 - April 19: Chase money. Buy,sell, seek a pay raise or overtime and cultivatenew clients. You might feel possessive about yourloved one. Communications and travel, paperwork,errands and casual friendships flow well now toAugust – but if you experience a noticeable delayin any of these, walk away. Travel, Internet, coffeetalks, etc. can spark an attraction that might growinto a partnership. But remain skeptical aboutpeople you meet in these ways until September.Sunday/Monday are romantic. Tackle choresmidweek. Relationships – and intimacy – face youThursday-Saturday.Taurus April 20-May 20: Your energy, charisma,courage, clout and effectiveness soar for the nextthree weeks, Taurus – start important ventures, seeand be seen, ask favours, demonstrate your talents.Your earnings (your whole money picture) look greatto August – so do your sensual involvements. But atrap might also exist in both areas until September:DON’T try to get something for nothing, don’t yieldto temptations, and if you meet inexplicable delays(even small ones) get out, fast. Spend Sunday athome. Romance, creativity and “happy risk” drawyou Monday eve to Wednesday eve. Say yes!Gemini May 21-June 20: Continue to rest; avoidthe crowd. Your energy is low, though your charismais unusually potent. You could attract someone whois too energetic, or demanding/needy for you – thisapplies right into Aug, 30, so be patient, love withoutbias, and know the cosmos will pick the right time. (Ifa love affair is dumped in your lap before September,at least give it a good try. But if you have to chase it,let that tiny spark of resentment guide you to walkaway.) Avoid arguments at home. Sunday’s busy,happy. Settle into home or rest midweek. Thursday/Friday spark romantic notions.

Cancer June 21-July 22: Your popularity, optimismand luck rise nicely through May. There remains asilent, solitary or private attraction or situation to mullover – it could be an old friend, a lover whom you don’twant revealed to everyone, or simply a nice streak of“home sweet home.” This private zone needs carefulhandling through August – don’t yield to temptation,nor commit yourself irrevocably. Career or prestigediscussions continue well. Shop Sunday a.m., notMonday. Travel, talk Tuesday/Wednesday. Be home,or hold a garden party, Thursday/Friday. This nighttriggers sweet attraction.Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Your energy and charismasoar briefly Sunday/Monday. Send a letter, missive,email Sunday a.m. to someone you love (even afavorite nephew, niece). Chase money, buy/sellTuesday (best) and Wednesday. Errands, trips, talkand paperwork fill Thursday/Friday (careful Thursdaymorn). Retreat to a comfy chair, kitchen or garden,Friday night, Saturday. A good, easy week, withperhaps one ethical or cultural dilemma at its end.But all week, be ambitious, propose to higher-ups,display your talents, especially Tuesday. Throughmid-2013, your popularity will rise – better afterAugust.Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Mysteries, detective work,health diagnosis, sex, intimacy, investments, debt,lifestyle decisions – these weigh on you, as the needto act, to step boldly, is undeniable. This pressurelasts to early July. This week and the next two, you’rewise enough, and see the big picture enough, tomake a good decision: where to live, to whom to beloyal, what major change to make in your life, etc.Read, listen to information: it contains valuable clues.Rest, remain in the background Sunday/Monday. Yourenergy, charisma shoot upward midweek – startsomething! Money, Thursday/Friday.

Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Like Virgo, you facemysteries, detective work, health diagnoses, intimacy,financial and lifestyle decisions. These zones arelucky, especially up to May 13, so dive in rather thanplay for safety. (But remain honest, ethical.) Sunday/Monday feature wish fulfillment, social joys. Lie low,rest midweek. You can make a great investmentTuesday. Your energy and charisma rise Thursday/Friday: act to establish your position in power play,intimate or financial situations. Chase money, buy/sellFriday night, Saturday. Legal or international watershold joys and traps – be long-sighted!Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Relationships faceyou, carrying huge bags of potential: lucky moneyopportunities, beneficial relocation, negotiations,public dealings – especially as we approach May 13.You’ll need diplomacy, eagerness and desire to join.Where relationships veer into commitment, funding,intimacy – there you have good luck mingled withdifficult karma, so step carefully. (Yes, it soundscontradictory.) Be ambitious Sunday (best) andMonday. Midweek, wishes come true, your popularityrises. But retreat, rest and contemplate Thursday/Friday. Your energy, charisma surge Friday night,Saturday.Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Work piles up– plunge into it. Protect your health, eat and dresssensibly. Relationships continue to sparkle – now toAugust, people treat you with grace and affection.If you want to approach someone but are afraid,approach now; even if you’re rejected, you’ll walkaway smiling. A wise, gentle mood flows over youSunday/Monday. Career, prestige and relations withauthority arise midweek. Bosses are temperamentalnow to July, so be diplomatic, grin and bear it. You’llbe more creative in your career. Friends and sunshinebless you Thursday/Friday. Retreat Saturday.

Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Romance, creativesurges, joys from children, beauty, pleasure, vacation,self-expression, speculation and rewarding risks– these fill your days. They might build to a luckysituation or love around mid-May, but it will have abig responsibility attached. Until July, stray idealisticor “principled” thoughts might urge you to end aromance – I wouldn’t. Much talk at home mightprefigure a summer struggle: talk about the pressuresand “accidents” you fear might loom. Mysteries ariseSunday. Sweet wisdom midweek. Ambition Thursday/Friday. Friday night begins an exciting weekend.Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: The weeks aheademphasize home, children, security, retirement,foundations, nature and nutrition. These build to asuperb opportunity (peaking about May 13) – forexample, you could buy real estate (and be forever gladyou did) or start a family healing, create a child, etc.You’llfeel sluggish, so take frequent naps. Your investigativetalents rise to the surface, now to July – so might yoursexual desires, so be good, moral, especially Tuesday/Wednesday. Sunday/Monday highlight relationships(maybe love, Sunday morn, noon). Seek wisdom,learning, travel afar, Thursday/Friday.Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: The main accent lies ontravel, communications, errands, details, paperwork,and casual friends. These swell large, might provideyou with a pathway to career or business success.(E.g., an idea or email you send the boss might wakehim/her to your talents. Or you meet a VIP whilerunning your errands.) Partners and others abandontheir winter/spring indecision, and leap up to respondto you (especially midweek) – whether favourably ornot, depends. Your home life is sweet, affectionate,until August.Tackle chores Sunday/Monday.Mysteries,finances, sexy urges arise late week.

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Fabulous Summer HomeTerrific Retirement HomeCountry Bed &Breakfast

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6082 Warehouse6082WHISTLER (Function Junction)1150 sq ft., bathroom, bay door,

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604.984.9211 www.morreyauto.com

Pre-Owned Specials

2008 Mazda3 GTLeather, sunroof, sedan. GreatPrice! # MU1390 $14,500

2004 Mitsubishi Endevour4x4, Japanese import. SuperDeal! # M8422A $10,000

2009 VW Golf4 door, blue, low km. Raremanual! # MU1358A $13,500

2007 Mini Cooper STurbo, panorama roof, leather,fun to drive! # M7867A $17,500

2006 Honda RidgelineRare, black, 4x4, 4 door, 110,000miles, X US. # MU1430A $15,000

2007 Toyota Camry4 cyl, automatic, A/C, power package,reliable. # M8278A $12,500

• 6-year / 120,000kmtransferable Powertrainwarranty coverage, withoptions to upgrade tocomprehensive extendedwarranty.

• 7 days / 1000kmexchange privilege

• 100 point inspection• Carproof Vehicle HistoryReport (carproof.com)

816 AUTOMALL DRIVE,NORTH VANCOUVER

Toll free: 1-888-602-9258604-984-0331

www.pacifichonda.ca

Rates From As Low As

0.9%OAC

Ask us for detailsCRV, Accord & Civic Qualify

Offer may change without notice.

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Did You Know? You Can GetPre-Approved at destinationchrysler.ca

2010 Infiniti G37X“AllWheel Drive”Automatic, navi, alloys,

fully appointed, ST#12173A$36,988

2010 JeepWrangler UnlimitedSahara,27,000kms,pwrgroup,

auto,12168A$28,988

2007 Jeep Compass4X4, power group, 30,250kms,

beige, alloys, ST#5715$13,988

2011 Chrysler Town & CountryPower doors, BCAA inspected, power liftgate,

3.6 litre Pentastar V6, ST#P5703$31,988

2007 Hyundai Santa Fe AWDAuto, leather, 65,000kms, all wheel drive,

sunroof,ST#12004B$17,988

2009 Toyota Venza AWD2SA mags, sunroof,45,000kms, P517A$26,988

1600 MARINE DR., N.V.604.980.8501CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE Northshore

2011 Dodge Charger SXTLowkms,sunroof,alloys,Bluetooth,V6,

2 tochoose from$23,988

2012 Fiat 500 SportLowkms,sunroof,auto,alloys,Bluetooth,

2 tochoose from$20,988

AUTOMOTIVE9160 Sports &

Imports9160

2007 Audi A4 2.0T Quattroonly 11,000k $26,8502006 BMW X3 3.0only 46,200k $25,8502005 BMW 325ci Coupeonly 88,000k $17,8502003 BMW X5 3.0only 93,800k $18,8502001 BMW X5 3.0only 147,000k $12,8502006 Lexus LS430only 68,700k $26,8502006Mercedes Benz C2804Maticonly 69,500k $17,8502005Mercedes Benz E320only 61,600k $21,8502003Mercedes Benz CLK500 only 57,500k $21,850

2004Mercedes Benz C240only 65,200k $14,8502003Mercedes Benz C240only 49,800k $12,8502001Mercedes Benz E3204Matic only 45,600k $13,8502003MitsubishiOutlander XLE AWDonly 83,000k $11,8502004 VWBeetle Convertible5spd only 43,300k $16,8502001 VW Cabrio 5spdonly 46,800k $9,850

CentralAuto

843 West 1st St. N.Van

North Shores Best

For more information onFor more information onthese cars & others call Tedthese cars & others call Ted604.984.7714604.984.7714

or visit:or visit:WWW.WWW.

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9110 Collectibles &Classics9110

1966 CHEV PU V8 – 4 spd.collector plates, interior like new.$6,500 604-796-2866

1968 THUNDERBIRD 429 quadrajet, 2 dr cpe, reblt mtr, new brakes&lines & paint, $9,500 604-376-8363

1969 FORD Falcon Futura 302auto, fully restored, immac paint &body, numerous high perform-ance options. $13,500. Photos atwww.photobucket.com/69falcon

Call 604-307-0201

1978 M.G.B. racing green, allorig, antique plates, exc cond,$12,000, priv sale 604-922-3536

1987 ROLLS Royce S. SpiritBeautiful cond. 96k, all records,local Carter car, 24yrs one owner.$26,500 obo 604-644-6061.

1990 BENTLEY Mulsane 4 DrSedan, leather upholstery. LikeNew. ONLY 42,000 kms, $25,000obo. Lgly. Ralph 778-988-2055

1999 BENTLEY Arnage Stunningsapphire on cream interior. Quick4.4L twin turbo. Non smoker, Noaccidents. Mint. Looks new!$54,900. Call 604-889-2525

1981 LINCOLN Town car,signature series, stock, collectorplates, $5000 obo 604-792-6367

9125 Domestic91252003 CHEVY Cavalier. Only59,600 kms!! 2 door, 5spd, 2.2Lecotech engine; runs perfect! Hasremote start and CD player. Veryclean car - inside & out. Excellenton gas and very reliable! Aircaredwith no accidents. Asking $5300obo. 604-999-4098

1995 FORD Mustang convertible,new top, Aircared, V6, auto, goodcond $3200. 604-984-7574

9125 Domestic9125

2008 CADILLACEscalade EXT$39,888. (604) 626-4548

www.bypassautosales.ca #30576

9129 Luxury Cars9129

1982 EXCALIBUR PhaetonTotally done! The best in NorthAmerica. $69,000. 604-240-9098

1730 Burrard Street, Vancouver | 604-733-1820www.mclmotorcars.com

We also have an extensive stock of new Range Rover Sport & Evoque models.

2009BMWX3AWD, 31,358kms, Premium pkg, silver

$35,295

2009 Land Rover LR2HSE4x4, blue, 19” alloys, 3.2L

$31,995

2009 BMWX5AWD, 2,288kms, blue, loaded

$66,295

2008 Ranger Rover Sport4x4, black, supercharged

$52,295

9150 Services &Repairs9150

Is your Vehicle A/CIs your Vehicle A/CNot Working?Not Working?

Avoid Costly repairs, let us tuneup your original a/c system.Save lots of $$$

Guaranteed Results!Call KoolAir King604-996-5464(KING)

AUTOMOTIVERepair Shop

Avail in North Vancouver★ with DEALERS LICENSE ★

■ all equipment included■ Ready to operate■ Established business

Serious Inquiries onlyCall OWNER604-612-5536

for further information.

AUTOMOTIVERepair Shop

Avail in North Vancouver★ with DEALERS LICENSE ★

■ all equipment included■ Ready to operate■ Established business

Serious Inquiries onlyCall OWNER604-612-5536

for further information.

9155 Sport Utilities/4x4’s/Trucks9155

1990 GMC Suburban. 4 WD,underdrive, blue, well kept. NewBluetooth. $6,000. 604-584-0324

2000 FORD Explorer 4x4, fullyloaded, 150K, exc cond, white, aircared. $3,750. 604-218-8499

2001 INFINITY QX4, 4 dr,222,000 km, fully loaded, exccond $8,900 Call 604-846-6648

9155 Sport Utilities/4x4’s/Trucks9155

2002 SANTA FE, 128K kms, 4cyl, 5 spd, air, pw, exc cond$5300 obo 604-710-8053

2009 DODGE p/u 150 hemi SLT,loaded, matching canopy, rhinolined, show room cond. 8,000 orgkm ’s, $25,000. 1-604-613-37271-604-796-9060

1991 Ford F-250 Auto.149,000kms. Exell. Cond. $2,500Call: (604) 272-4898

2006 Mercedes-Benz ML5004Matic, 149,500 kms. Excellent,loaded, Nav, DVD. $19,995

(604) 290-3975

9160 Sports &Imports9160

1992 SAAB 9000, 4 cyl, auto,loaded, runs great, affordableluxry, $2400, obo, 604-984-4490

1995 MAZDA 626, 4 dr, 209K,good cond, a/cared to 2013,$1375 obo, 778-387-9034 (Rich)

2006 LINCOLN LS, 1 owner26,000K, garage kept, immac,loaded, dark wine colour ext, blkleather int, $18,500 + HST. Call604 584-4704 or 778 228-2721

1997 PORSCHE 911 C2S Widebody. Silver on black. Last of theair cooled, hand built 911’s.Tiptronic. Mint cond. Many extras!117K km. $36,999. 604-630-2500

2005 ASTONMartin DB9. 'JamesBond style car!' Silver metallic.23,000 km. 6.0, V12, 450 hp. Newtires. 1 owner. You deserve thebest! $87,980. 604-781-7614.

9130 Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes9130

2010 KAWASAKI Vulcan 900custom, 5200km, mint, extras,wrty. $7000, 604 556-8862

2007 BMW 525I, black, loaded,leather, sunroof, very clean,122K, $24,900. 604-999-4097

2008 BMW 335 i Coupe 19,500kms, sport pckg, 19" bmw rims$34,900 (778) 772-4359

2007 BMW 335 coupe62km 1 ownr, mint cond,leather, auto, sunroof,Sports Package & Prem

Package $32,900. 604-616-7727 [email protected]

2002 Toyota SequoiaAutomatic 305,000 kms 1 owner,top condition, all records, newMichelins. $13,900 email:[email protected]


2007 Honda Accord SdnAuto, 69,400kms, V6, sunroof,great condition, no accidents

$16,990. (604) 603-4015

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Accelerateyour car buying


A1 Italian Cement Repairs rockwalls patios, sidewalks, drainage.30+yrs exp. Exc Ref’s 604-992-9010

CARPENTER/CABINETMAKERRenos, repairs, finishing, built-incabinets, Martin: (604) 908-7844

8055 Cleaning8055

With everything life throws atyou, who has time to clean?Call Merry Maids.

It’s one less thing to worry about.

604-980-6100www.merrymaids.ca

ACE DRYWALL. Avail immed.Board, tape, spraytex, repairs. 16yr exp. No job too small. Mike604-808-2432, 604-985-4321

AFFORDABLE, Reliable, QualityGuaranteed. Boarding, Taping,Spraytex. Dave 604-984-7476

PATCHING, TEXTURE / smoothceilings, plaster walls. Small jobs.25 years exp. Call 604-671-9901

8080 Electrical8080#18405 ELECTRICIAN

Best rates, local, Reliable, 24-7free est. All job sizes 100%satisfaction. Adam 604-765-8439

A LICENSED electrician #19807semi-retired, small jobs only.604-689-1747 pgr 604-686-2319

ALL YOUR electrical & renoneeds. Lic’d electrician #37940.Bonded & insured 604-842-5276

ALPELECTRIC #89724Low price, small job ok. Free estsSatisfaction guar 604-765-3329

LONSDALEELECTRIC lic#1756Panel changes & renos

604-988-7232, 604-842-0687


1994 PONTIAC Trans Am GT redwith grey int., well maint., ladydriven $4800. Serious inquiresonly. Ph 604-997-2583

1995 SUBARU Legacy wagongood run cond 242,000 k, s/roof,$2600. 604-985-8495 eves pls.

1997 JAGUAR XK8 cpe, black,blk lther int, 84,000 ks, full load, allrecords, DB7 rims, sport pckg$14,900 obo. 778-889-6557

2003 MAZDA Protege 5, 5 spd,140K km, new water pump, timingbelt & front wheel bearings,sunroof, pwr windows, locks,cruise, nice cond. $7,700.778-227-2010

2005 AUDI S4. Quattro (AWD).102,000 km. Blk leather. Incl 2 setof wheels & tires. 6 speed. Powereverything! Exc cond. $19,500.Call/text Rick @ 778-847-2975.

2006 HYUNDAI TIBURON SE.103K km. Leather, mint, sunroof,a/c, CD, alarm. 2.0 L, 4 cyl. Noaccid. $10,900. 604-839-6253

2007 PT CRUISER. Hot deal!Auto, low kms, very clean. Creamexterior, grey interior. A/C. Magwheels. Spoiler. Aircared. Rearwiper. $6,795 obo. 778-242-2018

2007 TOYOTA Camry SE V6(Base) 122,900 kms, Silver w/blkinterior, well maintained, A/Cared$10,995 Call 604-925-0133 oremail: [email protected]

2007 TOYOTA Yaris, 4 doorhatchback, 78K, automatic. Wellmaintained, reliable and excellenton gas. Brand new tires, A/C,power locks and windows.$10,500. Call 778-239-7112

2008 HONDA Civic, 4 dr, silver,auto, 60,000kms, excl cond, fullyloaded, $11,500. 604 518-3166

2011 HYUNDAI ACCENT GL4 dr, loaded. 25,500 km. $11,795.Exc cond. 1-604-793-5520 (5961)

2011 MINI Classic, manual, 1owner, only 6k, red, showroomcond. $17,900. 604-925-4429

9173 Vans91731988 CHEV 20 work van, 3/4 ton,Aircared, original owner, goodrunning order $2750 obo604-986-2430 [email protected]

2002 MAZDA MPV SF, 150k,leather, 1 owner, good cond,$4200obo. Call 604-922-0757

2002 WINDSTAR (Ford) 137 kms,good cond., $4300. 604-845-4766after 4pm or all day wkends

CHEVY UPLANDER 2005. V-6,auto, 7 pass., grey, A/C, powerlocks & windows, cruise, tilt, 93Kkm. Runs very well. $6,400.604-241-2530 or 604-375-2570

9515 Boats95152005 HUNTER 33 Sailboat,$95,900. Moored @ PointRoberts. Call Greg 778-686-5299

1974 ERICSON 29, sailing sloop,diesel engine, fully equipped,North Van moorage, taxes incl,$19,900. Call 250-819-9650

9522 RV’s/Trailers9522

1990 FORD 24’ Class C GlendaleRoyal Classic m/h, $8500. 88,000 orgkms, well maint., Ph Art 604-858-5909

1995 FLEETWOOD Class A 28’fully equipped, comfortable, reliablevery gd cond 118,000km, $10,300or may swap for smaller RV orvehicle similar value. 604-846-8125

1995 SEA Breeze 31 (Class A)Fully equipped, exc. cond., towc a r a v a i l $ 2 2 , 5 0 0 o b o604-746-5898'

1996 ITASCA Class A M/H 28ft,new awning, exc cond. 100,000kms. $16,000 obo. 604-574-3141

1997 WILDERNESS 22ft, goodcond, sleeps 5, fridge/freezer.$5,500 obo. Tony 604-464-1072

2000 FORD Travelaire MtrhomeSuperduty, 25ft, 125,000kms, exccond, $16,000obo. 604-531-2109

2002 GMC Adventurer. Greatcamping with snowbirdoption! 106,000 kms Excellent20’ motorhome. Sleeps 4, withoven, microwave, fridge & newstereo system. Low km, littleused. $20,000. (604) 833-4537

ROAD RANGER5TH WHEEL 24 FT.Rear bath, queen bed,new tires. New cond.

$11,950.Call: (604) 325-7871 or

email: [email protected]

AUTOMOTIVE HOME SERVICES

*STRUCTURAL CHANGES*,framing, finishing, repairs. Profes-sional & precise, 778-233-0559

Stephen’s JanitorialServices

Commerical/ResidentialNorth &West VanContract Prices Avail★ 30 Years Experience★

604-250-1178

8080 Electrical8080DNEELECTRIC Lic #89267

ALL Your Electrical Needs.Panel Upgrading. ReasonableFree Estimate 604-999-2332

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 ser-vice call. Insured. Lic # 89402.Fast same day service guar’d. Welove small jobs! 604-568-1899

8087 Excavating8087# 1 BACKHOE,EXCAVATOR&

BOBCATonemini, drainage,

landscaping, stump / rock /cement / oil tank removal.Water / sewer line, 24 hoursCall 341-4446 or 254-6865

604.649.1213 CEL 604.984.2313Res/comm, Excavating, Bobcat,Trucking, Water Lines, SewerLines, Drainage, Landscaping.Hrly/Contract. Free Estimates.

A PLUS TAPING & DRYWALLHigh quality, reasonable rates.Free estimates. 604-715-0400

8075 Drywall8075

8073 Drainage8073

Fast response Drainage SpecialistsDRAINAGE

Call for Free estimate

$20/HR. QualityHouse cleaning.604-983-3477

www.qualityhc.com

CLEANINGBY JENNIFER13 yrs exp. 604-537-4749

CLEANING SERVICE. Reasrates, specializing in homes. Guarwork. Refs avail. 604-715-4706

IZVOR -Office Cleaning &Maintenance. North Shore Co.Eves & weekends 778-231-0970

8060 Concrete8060

8030 Carpentry8030

CONCRETE FORMING,concrete work & framing. 20 yrsexp. Call John 604-562-1122

EXP’D CEMENT Finisher. I canform, place & finish any concretejob. Peter 604-988-8856 anytime

NEW & REPAIRS. Concrete,Masonry, Rock, Brick, Tile, Stairs,Walls, Slab + more 604-619-2447

ALLGONEEXCAVATINGFree est, great rates & service

604-990-GONE (4663)www.allgonedisposal.ca

8090 Fencing/Gates8090DECKS & FENCES, gates, frontsteps etc. John 778-998-5591tarasoffconstruction.com

Hofstetter ContractingCedar Fencing, Retaining Wall,Install or Repair, Swiss Craftman-ship, ERWIN 778-835-5015

NORTHSHORE FENCESQuality work by professionalsRepairs and constructionCall 604-230-3559

8100 Fireplaces8100PROGAS - North Shore

Gas fireplaces. Repair & safetyinspection. 604-925-1341

www.progas.ca

8105 Flooring/Refinishing8105

Hardwood FloorRefinishingRepairs & Staining

InstallationFree Estimates

Century Hardwood Floors604-376-7224

www.centuryhardwood.com

Hardwood FloorRefinishingRepairs & Staining

InstallationFree Estimates

Century Hardwood Floors604-376-7224

www.centuryhardwood.com

Installation • Refinishing • RepairsART of HARDWOOD FLOORS

604-240-3344

8125 Gutters8125

NO HST!til APRIL 30

• Gutter Installation,Cleaning & Repairs

• Roofing & Roof Repairs• Moss Control,

Removal & Prevention25 year WarranteedLeaf & Needle GuardWCB – Fully Insured

100% Money Back Guarantee

604-340-7189atyourhomeservicesgroup.ca

AT YOUR HOME GUTTERS

NORTH SHORE

Continuous GuttersLeaf Protection Systems

Fascia CoversSoffits & Siding

New Construction & RenovationsFully Insured/WCB

604-868-1373www.citywidegutters.com

8130 Handyperson8130LABOURER

- Home & Garden- Rain or Shine- Indoor/Outdoor- Clean up, removal, etc.

North ShoreOdd Job ServicesMichael 778-868-5079

LABOURER- Home & Garden- Rain or Shine- Indoor/Outdoor- Clean up, removal, etc.

North ShoreOdd Job ServicesMichael 778-868-5079

“The Grass is Greener”“The Grass is Greener”

• New Lawn Installs• Replace Old Lawn• Lawn Drainage• Landscaping

• Paving~ Any size job ~

Nick 929-7732www.EnglishLawns.com

8155 Landscaping8155

Garden ServicesCertified Horticulturists

Design • Planting •MaintenanceFall Clean-ups. Call Scott.

www.KatsuraLandscaping.ca604-518-5661

★CNN★ WEEDING, new sod &repair, soil, mulch. Free Est. Allgarden work! Nick 778-840-6573

HANDYMAN - Multi Services.North Shore Co. Services availeves & weekends 778-231-0970

A-1 JOB by Arms & Minds RenosCarpentry cabinets, doors, finishing,flooring, deck, fence, drywall, paint,plumbing, electrical.Mark 604-761-7745

HANDYMAN SERVICE - Fixthose nagging problems inside &out. Call Mike - 604-925-6381

HONEST, DEPENDABLE, manyskills. Free estimates, contactWally 778-995-7193

Renovations & Repair lam/woodflooring/tiling, finishing carpentry,drywall, paint, counter tops. Qltywork, Free est. 778-893-7277

8135 Hauling8135DD HAUL & DELIVERY Servicedelivered with pride. Loads from$30 each. David 604-512-7471

8140 Heating8140PROGAS - North Shore

Furnaces, boilers, gas fitting, heatpumps. Service & installation.604-925-1341 www.progas.ca

8150 Kitchens/Baths8150Plywood KitchenCabinets&Refacing, Counter Tops• In business 50 years

604-879-9191Superior Cove Tops

&Cabinets#3 - 8652 Joffre Ave, Burnaby

BATHROOMS & much more. 40yrs on the North Shore. Workingwithin your budget. 778-387-3626

8155 Landscaping8155

Full Coverage SystemsAll Types Of RepairsBackflow TestingSpring Start UpsBasket ZonesRain Sensors

Call Chris604.500.3344

Email:[email protected]

NORTHSHOREGUTTERS

★Sales & installationof 5’’ continuous gutter

★Minor repairs★Cleaning

604-988-5294established 1963

NORTHSHOREGUTTERS

★Sales & installationof 5’’ continuous gutter

★Minor repairs★Cleaning

604-988-5294established 1963

8125 Gutters8125

604-876-4604Installed • Cleaned • Repaired

GREATCANADIAN LAWNSNew lawns & repairs, lawnmtce,landscaping, lighting, patios604-924-LAWN (5296)

Greenworx Redevelopment Inc.Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls,Returfing, Demos, Drainage,Jackhammering. Old Pools Filledin, irrigation. 604.782.4322

NEWLEAF IRRIGATION10%OFF

604-719-1819

Lawn Maintenance,General Clean-Up,Power Raking,

Moss Control, Aerating.Trim, Top, Prune.All types of lawn &garden applications.

Free Est.

A.A. BEST PROGARDEN SERVICES LTD.

Call Sukh:604-726-9152604-984-1988

8160 Lawn & Garden8160

Mowing•HedgeTrimming•InstallationMaintenance•DesignResidential•Strata

A.All AreaGardening Service

604-926-1526604-726-9153

Specialty in Moss Control • AerationLiming and Lawn Maint. • Pruning

Topping • General Cleaning

Allwest Garden ServiceLawnmaint, cleanups,

moss control, aerating, trim,top, prune. All types of lawnand garden apps. Free est.604-716-8479 or604-984-1988

NEWLEAFIRRIGATION

10%OFF604-719-1819newleafirrigation

[email protected]

NEWLEAFIRRIGATION

10%OFF604-719-1819newleafirrigation

[email protected]

PerformanceGardenService

LAWNCUTSFree Estimates

Graig 604-986-3463

• Spring Clean-Up• Pruning,weeding etc.• Design & advice• Professional & experienced• ReferencesAvailable

604-984-4433 Contact Cari

SERAFINAGarden Services

2012 Special Aeration, mosscontrol and lawn maintenance,$95 604-726-9153 & 604-926-1526

All your garden needs.LIONSGATE Landscaping Ltd.

604-788-9687

ENGL ISH LANDSCAPERgardener, 30 yrs exp, completegarden maint. Les 604-209-8853

ENGLISH LAWNS: We install andreplace. Drainage and Landscaping.Any size job. Nick 604-929-7732

FRANCOIS ALLARDENT.Gardenmaintenance.

Please call 778-877-8796

GREAT LOOKING LandscapesFull service landscape & gardenmaint. Call Dave: 604-764-7220

GREEN PROPERTY MAINTENANCEHedge trimming, tree pruning, yardmaintenance, removal, Mike 983-3586

JIM’SMOWING604-310-JIMS (5467)www.jimsmowing.ca

TOP SOIL, sand, gravel, etc.Pick-up or Delivery. HeadwaterManagement, 175 Harbour Ave,North Van 604-985-6667

Al Isaac (former owner ofWest Van Shell) & son Colin

604.986.0003 Office604.561.9100 Colin604.218.7644 Al

[email protected]

SIGN UP TODAY FORSpring Services & Receive

10% OFFFREE QUOTES

• Cut & Edge • Aeration Packages• Yard Clean Ups • Garden Services

8160 Lawn & Garden8160

SeymourLawn Maintenance

Lawn Cutting $2300*

* Prices Based on 2000 sq.ft. + HST

New Lawns InstalledFull Yard Clean-UpsWeeding, Pruning & Hedges,Manicuring, Landscaping

and More!

604.990.1252www.seymourlawnmaint.ca

References available in EVERYneighbourhood on the North Shore!

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CONNECTING COMMUNITIES


Framing, foundations, androofing based on 20 yearsof exp. Free est. & refs.Affordable and reliable.

Call: 604-947-2805

HoekstraConstruction

HOME SERVICES

HOME SERVICES8175 Masonry8175MASTER STONEMASON, Local,Experienced, fireplaces, facing,walls, stairs. Ivan 604-649-2271

8180 Home Services8180Labourer Available rain or shineNorth Shore Odd Job ServicesMichael 778-868-5079

8185 Moving &Storage8185

AFFORDABLE MOVING

604-537-4140www.affordablemoversbc.com

1 to 3 Men1, 3, 5, 7 or 10 TonFrom $45

We accept Visa, Mastercard & InteracLicenced & Insured

Local & Long DistanceFREE ESTIMATESSeniors Discount

1175 W.15 St. North VanGarbage Removal • DeliveriesMOVINGLicensed & Insured

Give us an estimate and we will beat it!Call 778.994.5403

MOVING & STORAGE

BROTHERS MOVING & DeliveryLocal & Long Distance 604-720-0931Best rates. brothersmovingservice.com

NAHANEE MOVING.COM Fam-ily Owned. Evening moves avail-able. Bonded, Insured. NonSmoking, Free Est. 604-782-3973

8193 Oil Tank Removal8193ALLGONEOIL TANKREMOVALFree est, great rates & service

604-990-GONE (4663)www.allgonedisposal.ca

TANKTECHCertified Oil Tank Removal& Remediation Specialists.

res/com. Free est. 604-328-1234

8195 Painting/Wallpaper8195

Benjamin Moore Paint

604-922-9777

$$495495.00.00

APRIL3 ROOMSPECIAL

Includes 3 gallons

TODD R. BIRCH – Master Painter

INTERVAN PAINTINGPainting Contractor

Residential / Commercial• New Construction

• Re-paint Interior / ExteriorWe Provide the High-End Quality!WCB Insured • Free Estimates

Call Henry778-288-4560

PROFILECUSTOMPAINTING

Interior/Exterior ResidentialCommercial, power washing,fully insured, free estimates.Reasonable Price, QualityWorkmanship Guaranteed,Handyperson for small jobs.

Leo 778-829-4414

PROFILECUSTOMPAINTING

Interior/Exterior ResidentialCommercial, power washing,fully insured, free estimates.Reasonable Price, QualityWorkmanship Guaranteed,Handyperson for small jobs.

Leo 778-829-4414

Interior - Exterior- Strata -

• Pressure Washing• Small Repairs

RICKY DEWANPAINTING

604-299-5831 – Cell 604-833-7529A CLEAN PAINT JOB. Quality1 room from $127. Int-ext, WCB22 yrs exp. Cell: 604-727-2700

A LADY Painter,meticulous, prof& color consult, 20 yrs on NorthShore. exc refs. 604-961-3451

ALL-WAYSPAINTINGQuality work, affordable price. Int/ext. Spring special 604-985-0402

Excellent Pro Painting Service20 yrs exp, refs, warranty. Reas,res/commRichard 604-618-0205

HIGH QUALITY custom paintingBest prices. Excellent refs. Freeests. Gregory 778-892-0165

MASTER BRUSHES PAINTINGSpring Special 15% off. Int 20%off Ext. Top quality paint & work.604-377-5423, 778-545-0098

8195 Painting/Wallpaper8195

MASTERMatch Painting. Int &Ext.Good Prices, 18+ yrs exp.Thomas 604-724-8648

QUICK RESPONSE Painting &Pressure Washing. 25 yrs exp.604-551-4267 or 604-987-8159

8205 Paving/SealCoating8205

ALLENASPHALT concrete, brick,drains, foundations, walls, mem-branes 604-618-2304/ 820-2187

8220 Plumbing8220#1 BARGAIN rate on plumbing &drainage. No job too small.Ken604-987-2890 cell 604-328-7439

★ 3 Licensed Plumbers★66 years of exp. 604-830-6617www.oceansidemechanical.com

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LARTERPLUMBING.COMLicensed, Bonded, Insured.VisaMCRich 604-984-7814

LOCAL PLUMBER - Licensed,insured,GASFITTING, renos, Re-pairs. VISA 604-929-6956

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Honest & reliable 604-980-0993

SAVE ON PLUMBING LicensedPlumber/Gas fitter, $65/HR. Sameday service. 604-987-7473 Samy

8225 Power Washing8225

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• Window cleaning• Power washing• Gutter cleaning/repairs• WCB insured• Free estimates

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Home MakeoverHome MakeoverSpring Makeover PackagesSpring Makeover Packages

Call for free estimate778-554-7550778-554-7550

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CLEARVIEW MAINTENANCE SERVICE15 yrs of Service on the North Shore!

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• Gutters Cleaned• Power Washing• Roof Restoration• Skylights• Awnings Cleaned

Free Estimates & Quality Service

20 yrs• Gutters Cleaned• Power Washing• Small Roof Repairs• Window Cleaning• Awnings Cleaned

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604-773-4549 - Driveways, walk-ways, etc. Get rid of that moss &mess around your home or work.

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Call Craigfor free estimate604-619-8528

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604-970-8110

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Licensed, Insured, ReferencesR.C.K. CONSTRUCTION

604-970-8110

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Gowith someone who canstay within your budgetand has over 40 years

experience.Bob 778-387-3626

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Bathroom Kitchen

Mike Getzlaf 604 351 9316onsiterenovations.com

On SiteInterior Exterior

MCL CONSTRUCTION LTD.New Construction, Reno’s,Structural Repairs! WCB/Ins604.925.0661 or 604.861.8145

M&T Projects Kitchens & baths,renovations, additions, decks,WCB & Liability 604-537-3632

NORTHSHOREWINDOWSLTDWindows, doors & finishingcarpentry. 604-839-0636

$ SAVEYOURDOLLARS $Bath, Kitchen, Suites &Morerenorite.com 778-317-1256

All SeasonRoofing

Re-Roofing & RepairsSpecialists

20 year Labour Warranty available

604-591-3500

8250 Roofing8250

604-984-6560

“We Keep you Dry”

AFFORDABLE QUALITYROOFING LTD.

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Crown Roofing & DrainageResidental Div. Roofing installa-tions & repairs. 1-877-602-7346

CURTIS JOHN ROOFING (since1978) Roof tune-up from $149.24 hr repair. 604-985-1913

HOEKSTRA CONSTRUCTIONFraming, foundations, roofing.Affordable and reliable.Please call 604-947-2805

NEED A BIN? U LOAD / We LoadDISPOSAL

Call for Free estimate ~ Same Day Service

604-RUBBISH782-2474

*We Remove & Recycle Anything*Free Est’s • Large or Small Jobs

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Sundecks &StairsFormwork, Int/Ext finishing.

Mike 604-290-3082

8250 Roofing8250

NO HST!til APRIL 30

• Roofing & Roof Repairs• Duroid, Cedar, Torch-on

• Moss Control,Removal & Prevention• Gutter Installation,Cleaning & Repairs

WCB – Fully Insured100% Money Back Guarantee

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AT YOUR HOME ROOFING

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BAMFORD CONSTRUCTIONLtd. Quality Renos & Repairs.604-986-2871 www.bamford.ca

FAIRWAYPAINTING604 729-1234

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#1 TRAILER TRASHBOYSWe haul everything, no load toobig or small, we do it all. Freeest. 604-317-2500/ 929-7195

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NORTH WEST ROOFINGRe-Roofing & Repair. WCB &liability insur. Jag, 778-892-1530

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8255 Rubbish Removal8255ABSOLUTEPROFICIENCYDDHAUL&DELIVERY

Free Estimates,‘quality workmanshipdelivered with pride’.Loads from $30 eachPlease call David604-512-7471

8255 Rubbish Removal8255DALTON

TRUCKING LTD.

604-986-6944

SINGLE AXLE DELIVERIES

Dirt Fill, Concrete, AsphaltBrush, Demo, Const. Waste

BINS & DISPOSAL

Top Soil, Sand, Gravel,Dumpsites and more.

ACKER’S RUBBISHREMOVALQuick. 7 days. Fast & reliable.

Spencer 604-924-1511

HOMEX HAULING & Deliveries.P l e a s e c a l l L u i g i a t778-994-5403

ROD’S RUBBISHREMOVALPrompt, reliable, reasonable. 7days/week. Rod 604-985-7193

8309 Tiling8309PROFESSIONALInstallations & repairs

❏ CERAMIC TILE❏ MARBLE❏ GRANITE❏ SLATE

John 604.916.230520 yrs exp

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❏ CERAMIC TILE❏ MARBLE❏ GRANITE❏ SLATE

John 604.916.230520 yrs exp

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8310 Top Soil8310

TOP SOIL, SAND,GRAVEL, etc.

Pick-up or Delivery175 Harbour Ave.North Vancouver

604-985-6667

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8315 Tree Services8315★AAA★ TREE SERVICE. Tree &stump removal, pruning/trimming.Ins & cert. arborist 604-987-8500

8335 Window Cleaning8335NORTHSHOREHOMESERVICES LTD•WindowCleaning• PowerWashing• Gutter Cleaning

604-988-5294Serving the North Shore

since 1963

WEST COAST Home ServicesWindow & gutter cleaning, powerwashing. Guaranteed lowestprice WCB insured 604-984-4147

ALLWAYS Pressure WashingComm/res. Driveways, sidewalksSpring Special 604-985-0402

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Window and Door Specialists • Sales and InstallationsOwned and Operated on the North Shore

604.839.0636www.northshorewindows.com • [email protected]

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*Lease offer is available through Acura Financial Services Inc. on approved credit. 2013 RDX 6-speed automatic (model TB4H3DJN) leased at 3.5% APR for 36 months. Monthly payment is $398 (includes $1,945 freight & PDI), with $7,150 down payment. First monthlypayment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $21,478. Option to purchase at lease end for $24,594 plus taxes. 72,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.15/km for excess kilometres. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra.Retailer may lease for less. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Lease offer is only valid for BC residents at BC Acura retailers until April 30, 2012. See your BC Acura retailer for full details.

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2009 ACURAMDX TECHFully equipped, leather, sunroof,navigation

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2011 ACURA RDXPREMIUMOnly 3,587kms, pwr group,Bluetooth, MP3

$38,988

2008 ACURA RDXTECHFully loaded, navigation, backupcamera, Bluetooth

$25,488

2006 ACURA TSXPREMIUMLeather, sunroof, pwr group,remote entry

$17,495

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