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HST at 10% or GST + PST at 12%? If British Columbians vote ‘NO‛ to going back to PST + GST in the referendum, the HST reduction to 10% will be the law. The province‛s official notification to the Government of Canada guarantees the drop in HST by way of a signed federal government order.

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Planned medicinal marijuana dispensary gets voted down unanimously SEAN KOLENKO S TA F F R E P O RT E R

ust one week after hosting a packed town hall meeting to discuss the medical marijuana dispensary planned for Deep Cove, District of North Vancouver council voted on the dispensary’s fate late Tuesday night. In a unanimous decision, council decided to support its new bylaw preventing the sale and distribution of marijuana anywhere in the district “except by persons authorized under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Medical Marihuana Access Regulations and any other applicable legislation.” The proposed dispensary was to be run by the Re-Leaf Society, a registered non-profit society formed by Deep Cove resident Ken Starr. The dispensary would not have operated under federal jurisdiction, no dispensary does, so the district’s bylaw has closed the door on Starr’s plans. Final adoption of the bylaw is scheduled for June 27. Much of Tuesday’s special council meeting was spent discussing the perceived ineffectiveness – documented in much of the literature submitted to council by dispensary supporters last week – of the federal medicinal marijuana program. Judgments of, and suggestions for, the allegedly failing system, however, are an issue for Ottawa, said each member of council. The question facing North Vancouver is land use. “I’m rather disappointed in the federal government for not helping more but it is a federal decision,” said Coun. Doug MacKay-Dunn. “Everyone on council can appreciate the pain and suffering of people who were here last week. But politics is all local and people want us to ensure land is used appropriately.” Coun. Alan Nixon, in a sentiment echoed by fellow councillors, said he “was particularly per-

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turbed by threats of political retribution [from last week’s meeting]... It’s never the way of getting the support of council.” The threats Nixon alluded to came from Jacob Hunter, policy director of the medicinal marijuana advocacy group the Beyond Prohibition Foundation. In a phone interview with The Outlook last week, Kirk Tousaw, lawyer for Re-Leaf and member of the Beyond Prohibition Foundation, said his group would be prepared to continue advocating for dispensaries in the district if the bylaw was passed. After the meeting Starr told reporters he had a scheduled meeting with Tousaw on June 22 to discuss his organization’s next steps. Starr would not confirm whether he had any plans of taking legal action against the district. Starr did say he was surprised how “unsupportive” council was on the issue, citing again the need for such an operation. His research, he added, showed the majority of medicinal marijuana users in the district live between the Deep Cove and Lonsdale areas. “I’m not comfortable going into Vancouver to open. I wanted to do it here,” said Starr. “The district missed a huge opportunity to help and educate people. They passed the buck.” In contrast to council’s assertions that Starr had never approached district hall about his intentions, Starr said he had called a number of times since last summer to discuss required zonings. Requests for comments from council were denied, as they are unable to discuss the proceedings until after the bylaw adoption on Monday.

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District releases remuneration stats GREG HOEKSTRA S TA F F R E P O RT E R

he District of North Vancouver released its annual report Monday outlining councillors salaries and expenses in 2010. In total, council paycheques totalled $326,382 last year, down slightly from $338,242 in 2009. Council expenses, meanwhile, rang in at $24,313, up from $21,537 in 2009. The reason salaries were lower this year, said district spokesperson Jeanine Bratina,

is because 2009 had one extra pay period — an anomaly that occurs every 11 years. In 2010, mayor Richard Walton’s salary topped the list at $92,178, slightly higher than city mayor Darrell Mussatto at $91,495 and above the average mayors’ salary of $74,111 in Metro Vancouver. Councillors Mike Little, Doug MacKay-Dunn, Lisa Muri and Alan Nixon all made $39,010. Coun. Robin Hicks made slightly more at $39,189 while Roger Bassam made slightly less at $38,975.

Walton also claimed the most in travel and other expenses at $6,232. Bassam collected $5,061, Hicks $4,959, Little $4,720 and Nixon $3,341. Both Muri and MacKay-Dunn claimed no expenses. The complete report, which was presented at the June 20 council meeting, will be available for public inspection at district hall until June 30, 2012.

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fter watching police from the North Shore and as far away as Abbotsford dispatched to help restore order in downtown Vancouver during last week’s riot, people have found a new reason to support a single police agency for Metro Vancouver. A post-riot poll of B.C. residents by Angus Reid Public Opinion found three out of five respondents favours amalgamation of the patchwork of city police and RCMP that serves the Lower Mainland. Two thirds of people in Metro

Vancouver and the rest of B.C. believe police officers handled the situation properly once the Stanley Cup riot of 2011 broke out. And a similar majority opposed the idea that big street celebrations should be banned. Four out of five agreed that nonlethal crowd control tools such as rubber bullets or bean bag shotguns should be an option for police. While public confidence in police remains high, the same can’t be said for the court system. On average, respondents expect only 32 per cent of those who broke laws to be prosecuted, and half expect that one in five perpetrators will be punished.

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HST-The big question

After their exercise class at the Gleneagles Community Centre, seniors like to share a few opinions. The HST has been a favourite topic of conversation. They’ve seen prices go up and, as a result, some of them have had to make changes to their lifestyle.

Next month, British Columbians will vote on whether to retain the Harmonized Sales Tax, which replaced the GST and PST last July. In these four pages, The Outlook examines both sides of the vote.

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have risen sharply, Pasowysty says, noting dining out has been crossed off her list of activities. West Vancouver resident John Rawsthorne has sat down to calculate how much the new tax is costing him. When all the numbers were crunched, Rawsthorne was shocked by the figure. He estimates that he and his wife will pay $1,000 to $1,500 in HST per year. The big-ticket items were on bills for financial services — with no pension, Rawsthorne relies on his investments — and garden maintenance. Rawsthorne’s estimate is not too far off what the Union of British Columbia Municipalities predicted. In 2009, the union said the HST would shift $1.9 billion in taxes annually to individual taxpayers. This equalled an average tax increase of $800 per person, per year. Rawsthorne believes the people most affected by the tax are seniors. However, when Rawsthorne receives his referendum package he plans to vote to keep the tax. It’s a tough decision, he says. Although he believes it is better for the province, Rawsthorne wishes the government was more transparent about the way the tax was implemented and its implications on different sectors of the community. “I get torn between the desire to have transparency and the realities of politics,” he says.

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needed on set. Dissolving the previous tax system has meant substantial savings on products the industry buys or rents because PST is no longer owen Island’s Matthew Harrison has spent charged. the last 20 years of his life on one set or Leitch says there are six or seven productions another, from the off-Broadway New York happening at the studios at any given time. circuit to the glitzy, feature film One upcoming production world of the City of Angels. is AMC’s The Killing, a J.J. But, he says, the British Abrams show. Such star power Columbia acting world is some— Abrams was behind the thing special. The community popular Lost series — is a testais tight-knit and out-of-town ment to the facilities offered on actors love coming to B.C. the North Shore and in British Most importantly, it’s a good Columbia. place to make a living. Fending off the negative “By mid-July there are impact of a strong Canadian between 12 and 15 episodic dollar, adds Leitch, has also shows scheduled to come to been a strength of the HST. Vancouver,” he says. “And the In the past, a lower Canadian industry is down everywhere, currency has been a draw for Hollywood is quiet. So, we’re international productions to doing quite well.” come to Canada. But with a The province’s film industry near-par, or above-par dollar, has been a leading proponent other incentives need to be in of the HST. Since its introducplace to attract important outPeter Leitch says the HST tion, the industry says there’s side business. Currently, B.C.’s added 24,000 jobs in the B.C. been a 20 per cent bump in main competition is New York, movie and television industry. jobs – translating into 24,000 Ontario, New Mexico and Rob Newell photo new gigs. Louisiana. Peter Leitch, president of the “We have to be competitive North Shore and Mammoth studios and chairand without the HST it costs more to run your man of the Motion Picture Product Industry business. That seven per cent savings means the Association, says film and television productions difference between providing jobs and not pro“rent a bit of everything.” Furniture, wardrobe, viding jobs,” he says. “If we lose 20 per cent of cars and lumber, for instance, are just a snapour jobs, conceivably, it will be near impossible shot of the multitude of the potential products to run our business.”

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ack Jung still remembers opening the doors to his family’s first restaurant in 1962. Back in those days The Mountaineer, a 46-seat diner with a soda fountain, was a bit of an institution in Edgemont Village. “You remember that movie Grease?” he asks with a chuckle. “Well, we were living it.” In the past 49 years, Jung has seen a lot of changes in the restaurant business. “Everyone’s trying to find ways to make their business more efficient,” he explains. “To cut costs.” More recently, he’s had to deal with the introduction of B.C.’s harmonized sales tax — which meant his customers have been saddled with an extra seven per cent tax on top of their bills. But despite the new levy, Jung says he hasn’t seen a decline at his current restaurant and catering company, Cheers. “I think that’s partly because we offer value to our customers,” says Jung, whose diner still has a $5 breakfast. “Price is only one component of it. If you have good value, you get the business.” But Jung, it seems, is one of the few restaurateurs who isn’t calling for an overhaul of the HST. In a recent survey by the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association, 87 per cent of respondents reported a drop in sales since HST took effect last Canada Day, with an average decrease of 15 per cent when compared to the previous year. In the same survey, 68 per cent of B.C. restaurant owners pledged to vote against the tax. Toni Mangiliman, owner of North Vancouver’s Fiesta Filipino, is one owner who will be voting yes in the referendum to “extinguish the HST.” “I think we should scrap it,” he says. “When people ask me, I give them my honest opinion. I think we’re already taxed enough.” In an article last June, Mangiliman told The

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This 3 bedroom rancher is set well back from the street and is surprisingly quiet inside. There have been upgrades to the home throughout the years with the roof and heating system having been the most recent projects. The floor plan is open and flows well with a majority of rooms enjoying hardwood flooring. All three bedrooms are located at the back of the home and open onto the fully fenced backyard with all day sun. Within a 15 minute walk to Park Royal shopping centre and beaches the location cannot be beat.

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Amazing views from this custom 4 bdrm 4 bath Kelvin Grove home. custom kitchen, granite and stainless, hardwood Åoors, Huge decks for entertaining. Gorgeous master with custom shower, large walk in closet and view deck. Rare lawn and gardens. All with an easy entrance double garage. A must see!

Charming westcoast home with dramatic oceanviews and peaceful forrest setting. 16900 sq ft lot provides incredible privacy! 1666 sq ft, 2 beds(possible 4) 2.5 baths, large decks....walk to the beach, 1/2 hr. to downtown...work in the city, live the dream.

Warm , inviting 5, bedroom family home on a large 1/2 acre property with oceanviews. Vaulted ceilings,custom windows, hardwood Åoors, new cedar decks, great yardspace. Easy driveway with tons of parking including double garage.Bonus in-law accomodation too! Located on the end of a quiet culde-sac in beautiful Lions Bay...10 mins on the scenic Sea to Sky from West Vancouver. See you at the open house.

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260 Kelvin Grove Way, Lions Bay $1,489,000

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District Crossing. Buy the numbers. When you come in to view District Crossing, you will see real display homes in the actual building. They’re not mock-ups in a sales centre with artificial views. What you see is literally what you will get, and with construction well along, you won’t have to wait for years to move into your new home. And now, owning at home at District Crossing is even easier with only a 5% deposit due at signing and an additional 5% due two months later. Shop and compare. Our purchasers did and they came back to buy at District Crossing. Unbeatable prices and quality. Below is an example of just how easy and affordable it can be to buy a new home and move in this year.

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UPPER LONSDALE From the hardy plank exterior & 4 year old roof to all the updating throughout the interior this character home is extremely nice. Partial city & harbor views, gorgeous landscaping, fenced backyard & lane access. 4/5 bdrms, 3 bathrms, 3 levels, gas F/P, 2 bdrm suite down, single garage plus ample parking (RV). This totally renovated home oozes with all the charm of yesteryear with all the conveniences of today. Nothing to do but move right in. Excellent value!

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$1,449,000

SOLD

Incredibly well built with an excellent floor plan and fantastic outdoor space this family home is beautiful. Nothing to do but move into this 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3 level with attached 2 car garage and gorgeous outdoor patio’s with huge stone fireplace and hot tub. Top of the line finishing’s including wood mantled river rock fireplace, large gourmet kitchen, granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry, over height ceilings, crown mouldings throughout and much more. All this nestled into an easycare lot on a quiet cul-de-sac only steps to trails, marina, parks and schools. Very nice!

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5770 CRANLEY DRIVE, EAGLE HARBOUR Just move right in and enjoy an incredibly well built family home at the end of a culde-sac with city views backing onto greenbelt and offering great privacy. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, master with 5 piece ensuite, walk-in closet and nice view. Main has formal living and dining area, large kitchen with adjoining family room leading out to a sundeck overlooking the backyard and forest beyond. Downstairs is storage. A self contained 1 bedroom suite with potential to add approx. 875 sq ft more. This beautiful home features granite counter tops, top of the line appliances, new hardwood and tile ﬂooring, 3 gas ﬁreplaces, double garage, and professionally landscaped lot with fenced backyard and hot tub. Very nice residence!

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2BR up, extra family area down on large 67 x 124 ft. lot with a creek running thru backyard. Fresh and clean--ready to move in! 3648 Fromme Rd. Vera 604-318-0024

This immaculate townhome has 4 BR. Three levels. New laminate Åoors throughout main areas. Private patio off kitchen and a spacious deck with views of city and inlet. Very quiet! $615,700 Heather, 778-847-1452 or Vera 604-318-0024

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hen it comes to Bollywood dancing, Kalpita Desai has all the right moves. For as long as she’s been able to stand on two feet, the 28-year-old has been shaking and lip-synching to the soundtracks of India’s biggest blockbuster films. Growing up in Mumbai, Desai remembers being entranced by the magic of movies — particularly ones that combined traditional Hindi music with North American hip-hop beats. “I just love it. It’s like two worlds coming together. A global fusion,” she says, enthusiastically. Desai danced and performed as much as she could throughout her school years. In college, she won a prestigious dance competition between India’s top post-secondary institutions. “After that, I never looked back,” she says. “I just kept grabbing all the opportunities I could along the way.” Five years ago, Desai moved to Canada to pursue her MBA at Vancouver Island University. After graduating, she moved to Surrey, but was later drawn to the North Shore because of its natural surroundings and proximity to esteemed Bollywood dance instructor Shiamak Davar. This Saturday, Desai will fulfill a lifelong

dream when she performs on-stage with some of India’s brightest movie stars at the glamourous Indian Film Academy Awards in Toronto. The North Vancouver resident earned the opportunity to perform at the “Bollywood Oscars” after winning a nationwide dance competition hosted by CIBC earlier this month. “At first I was really nervous. I kept asking myself, ‘Is this real?’” she says, during a lunch breach from her day job at BC Hydro. “Now I’m just really excited. I realized, ‘Oh my God, I’m living my dream.’” Saturday marks the first time the glitzy awards have been held in North America. The televised broadcast is expected to attract up to 700 million viewers worldwide. On Sunday (June 19), Desai flew to Toronto to begin a hectic training schedule with Davar, the show’s choreographer. In order to prepare for her five or six dance numbers, she’ll attend fullday rehearsals every day this week. “Your memory has to be very good. You have to learn the lines to every song, and whatever the song says you have to portray in your facial expressions,” she says. “It’s going to be a lot of work and a lot of stress of learning songs as fast as possible, but I can’t wait.” The awards ceremony airs live this Saturday, June 25, at 5 p.m. Pacific from Toronto’s Rogers Centre. For more info visit www.iifa.com.

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hat happens when you put high fashion, luxury sports cars and celebrities together in one room? The answer is the 6th annual Brian Jessel BMW Cabriolet Charity Gala. Supporting pancreatic cancer research at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH), this night featured both silent and live auction items, food and beverage stations (provided by some of Vancouver’s best known restaurants) and a live performance by Canada’s own Barenaked Ladies who rocked the house till midnight. Some of the North Shore’s famous faces walked the red carpet alongside the city’s beautiful people who all came out to support this very worthwhile cause. B Taking a look at the auction items up for grabs are Candace Alderson, left, Alan Gelfand and Lynn Wigen. C Always wonderful to see CTV Vancouver’s Coleen Cat Barr cbarr@westvancouver.com Christie and Farhan Lalji take the stage. This dynamic duo helped MC at the live auction and also introduced the Barenaked Ladies for their performance.D Sexy social gals Traci Myles, left, and Carla Temple get a chance to talk about cars, stars and Carla’s impressive former life as a Canadian bodybuilding champion. E CTV news anchor and North Vancouverite Mike Killeen is all smiles as he gets a chance to cuddle up to his beautiful wife Jill, left, and talented West Vancouver estate lawyer Nicole Garton-Jones. F Former Canucks hero and North Shore resident Dave Babych, seen here with wife Diana, was among the VIPs at the party. G BMW sales executive Dave Griffiths, left, congratulates dealer owner Brian Jessel on another fantastic gala fundraising night.

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Share your mother’s story; maybe it will be on stage about her; not you, or dad, or the town, or the times. These stories are about how women have lived, not about how good any of them were at mothering. The story can be no more than 2,000 words long. Go to the archive section of www.mymothers story.org to see examples of how other people have written about their mothers. There are also pages to help with your writing, questions to answer to get your story going. This project is open to women living in North Vancouver city or district. You can write and submit your story at any time to www.my mothersstory.org. Your story will be marked as being part of the North Vancouver campaign and will be posted on www.mymothersstory.org. It will also be included as an entry for the production My Mother’s Story: North Vancouver. To show how this all works, and to answer any questions, there is a demonstration show on Saturday, June 25, featuring professional actors reading the stories they wrote about their mothers. It’s at 8 p.m. The show is free.

Governors’ Gala supports Presentation House Theatre

orth Vancouver Chamber of Commerce Governors’ Gala, presented by Neptune Terminals, is on Thursday, June 23 at the Pinnacle Hotel. The gala evening will honour past chairs of the board during a fun-filled evening with some of North Vancouver’s finest professional performers. Well-known personality Jackson Davies will host the star-studded event in support of North Vancouver’s Presentation House Theatre. The evening promises a light-hearted celebra-

tion of the performing arts in North Vancouver, with performances of The Maharani by Veena Soos, musical theatre improvisation by Ad Libretto, a collection of original songs by Asha Diaz, Renae Morriseau with M’Girls along with live and silent auctions. Individual tickets are $100 and include a gourmet dinner along with a Presentation House Theatre ticket for their 2011/12 season. Tickets can be purchased online or over the phone at 604-987-4488 or 604-990-3474.

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