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Over the next few months, passengers

and visitors to the airport will notice

that YVR is getting dressed for the 2010

Winter Games with banners and signs designed to

welcome the world.

One of the largest and most noticeable addi-

tions to the airport so far is the ‘wrapping’ on

the outside of the Domestic Terminal on the

Departures level. The signs are around 12 metres

by 18 metres and made of material from 3M—a

Vancouver 2010 Games sponsor. Designed by

local design firm Hangar 18 Creative, the wrap

features Olympic and Paralympic sporting events

such as ski-jumping and was installed over several

days. Close to 300 Olympic-themed banners will

be hung outside the terminals and on the main

roadways and bridges leading up to the airport

to complement the 14-metre-

high Olympic rings that were

installed back in May.

Inside YVR, the changes are

equally impressive. A total of

400 banners from Vancouver

2010 Winter Games spon-

sor Samsung will be hung by

Games time in the airport’s

Domestic and International ter-

minals. With images of athletes

and the 2010 Winter Games blue-and-green colours,

the banners will be a graphic reminder to tourists

and locals that the Games are coming soon.

Also inside the terminals are three interactive

displays—a 2010 Games Podium and life-sized

photos of a bobsleigh and a Paralympic alpine

skier. Visitors are encouraged to stand on the

podium, hop into the bobsleigh, or put their head

into the Paralympic alpine skier’s helmet and cap-

ture the moment. Then, share their experiences

through photos, videos or stories with others at

www.yvrconnections.com.

With less than four months to the opening

of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic

Winter Games, Vancouver Airport Authority is con-

tinuing to plan and prepare to ensure that a safe,

efficient and world-class experience is provided for

all its visitors.

Starting May 15, 2010, Air Berlin

will operate twice-weekly non-

stop service from Vancouver.

The airline’s summer schedule will

operate on Sundays and Wednesdays,

offering service to the German cities

of Munich, Dusseldorf and Berlin, plus

convenient connections to cities such

as Vienna and Zurich and many other

premiere European destinations.

Air Berlin is Germany’s second larg-

est airline and offers both business and

economy class in its ultra-modern, fuel-

efficient Airbus A-330 fleet. Last year,

the airline carried a total of 28.6-million

passengers worldwide, and received

more than 10 awards for service and

quality.

Air Berlin’s 2010 summer schedule

is available for booking immediately

and is especially timely as there are

several highlights for travellers who

visit Germany next year. The country

has been declared the 2010 European

Capital of Culture; Munich will celebrate

the 200th anniversary of Oktoberfest;

Oberammergau will perform its pas-

sion play (only once every 10 years do

the citizens of the town perform it); and

2010 will be 200th anniversary of the

birth of composer Robert Schumann.

Rich in culture and history, Germany

boasts 33 UNESCO World Heritage

sites, architecture that ranges from the

Bauhaus style to modern marvels and

4,000 museums on just about every

subject.

For more information on Air Berlin’s

new service, visit www.airberlin.com or

contact their service centre at 1-866-

266-5588.

* YVR is the international aeronautical designation for Vancouver International Airport.

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While a hug from a loved

one is always the best

greeting, visitors to YVR’s

International Arrivals area will also be

met by a new addition to YVR’s art

collection, contributing to the uniquely

YVR experience.

The new addition is a sculpture

entitled Arriving Home by Brooklyn-

based artist Dennis Oppenheim, which

was installed as part of the 2009-2011

Vancouver Biennale.

The Vancouver Biennale is a free,

22-month open air exhibition featuring

the world’s most prominent sculptors

and New Media artists, with a goal of

providing citizens and visitors access

to art in public spaces. The theme,

“In-Transit-ion,” will be seen in installa-

tions at parks, along bike paths and the

Canada Line rapid transit system, and is

complementary to the airport’s existing

art collection and exhibits.

For many years, YVR has been a

leader in promoting art in public places

through its own collection and through

the programs of the YVR Art Foundation.

Bill Reid’s sculpture, The Spirit of Haida

Gwaii: The Jade Canoe, is the cen-

trepiece of the airport’s International

Terminal and is seen, touched and

photographed by thousands of people

every day. It is one of many pieces the

airport commissions or acquires for

permanent or temporary display to

help create YVR’s sense of place. The

collection’s focus on Northwest Coast

Aboriginal art complements the design

of the airport and celebrates British

Columbia’s distinct culture and natural

beauty. The YVR Art Foundation also

has programs to support and develop

local artists, including a scholarship

program for First Nations youth, and

provides assistance to organizations

and institutions that wish to develop

their own art program or display.

Arriving Home is on loan to

Vancouver Airport Authority for the

duration of the Vancouver Biennale.

New sculpture lets passengers know they’ve arrived

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With ridership in its first

three months exceeding

expectations, the Canada

Line has made the airport more acces-

sible than ever and Metro Vancouver’s

newest local attraction.

Before the Canada Line, many people

only came to the airport to catch a flight

or to pick-up or drop-off friends or

family. While they might have enjoyed

the sights, services and shops at YVR

while they were there, they didn’t think

of the airport as a destination or local

attraction—until now.

Results from a survey of Canada

Line passengers conducted during the

first month of operation found that,

not surprisingly, more than half of

riders are airport passengers (58 per

cent). Another 20 per cent are airport

employees and 16 per cent of riders

are taking the train to meet or drop-off

passengers. The remaining six per

cent said they were coming to see YVR’s

new Public Observation Area, or coming

to the airport for other reasons. Now,

more than ever, there are a lot of good

reasons to come out to YVR.

The Canada Line makes getting to

and from the airport quick, affordable

and convenient—so whether you’re

planning a romantic dinner, doing

some Christmas shopping or looking

for a fun place to take the kids on a

rainy day, consider coming to the air-

port to discover YVR.

Shopping at YVRWith more than 50 shops and ser-

vices at the airport, there’s something

to do or buy for every taste and bud-

get. Many of the stores are accessible

to everyone—whether you’re flying or

not—and the list of options is always

growing and changing. Check out one

of the newest stores and get a jump on

your Christmas shopping at Crafthouse

— featuring products from local arti-

sans around B.C., it saves you a trip to

your local craft fair. The airport is also

a great place to find the latest books,

brand-name fashions and a wide selec-

tion of officially licensed 2010 Olympic

merchandise. For a complete list of

shops, visit www.yvr.ca.

Kids at YVRLooking for somewhere new and

affordable to take the kids on a rainy

day? Come to the airport. Not only do

kids enjoy the ride on the Canada Line,

but there’s lots do once you arrive.

Check out the Public Observation Area

with interactive kiosks, telescopes and

great views of the airfield—it will keep

the kids busy for hours. Kids will also

enjoy the children’s play area right

near the Domestic Terminal’s food

court where you can grab a snack or

meal from familiar favourites includ-

ing Subway, Starbucks, A&W or Tim

Hortons.

Art at YVRYVR’s terminals are designed to

showcase the natural beauty of British

Columbia and were inspired by the art

of the Northwest Coast. A walk around

the airport’s public areas reveals many

spectacular and well-known sculptures

and exhibits, reflecting the Airport

Authority’s commitment to promot-

ing public art. Find a list of art at the

airport and a map and description of

the pieces on the YVR Art Foundation’s

website www.yvraf.com, then come out

and check-out this free and accessible

art experience.

Dining at YVRIf you haven’t had a meal at the

airport lately, you’re missing a world

of opportunities. Gone are the days

of the airport cafeteria—in its place

are more than 30 dining choices. In

addition to the healthy grab-and-go

choices favoured by passengers, visi-

tors will also find several sit-down

restaurants and bars. You could take

the train and catch the game at YVR

at Stanleys, Koho Restaurant and

Bar, or the Fairmont Hotel’s Jetside

Bar. If you’re planning a special occa-

sion, there’s even fine dining with a

twist. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or din-

ner at the Fairmont Hotel’s Globe@

YVR and get the bonus of great views

of the mountains and the airplanes.

Go to www.yvr.ca for a complete

list of restaurants, bars and coffee

shops.

Community Corner

As of October 28, 2009, a new

exit point for cyclists opened

on Grant McConachie Way

behind the Vancouver International

Airport sign at the south end of

the Arthur Laing Bridge. The previ-

ous exit on the down hill slope

(which required a near U-turn) is

now closed.

Cyclists on Templeton Street

should be advised that the four-way

stop at the intersection of North

Service Road and Templeton Street

is now operating as a traffic signal.

A camera in the signal installation

uses imaging recognition to see if a

vehicle or bicycle is present.

An increase in volume of traf-

fic will occur this month from the

opening of the new parking facility

at Templeton Station. Cyclists are

encouraged to use caution as driv-

ers may not be accustomed to this

change in signal operation.

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YVR: Connecting the community to the 2010 Winter Games

In fewer than 100 days, YVR will be connecting the world

to the 2010 Winter Games. As we count down to the open-

ing ceremonies, we are also making some lasting connec-

tions a little closer to home. Vancouver Airport Authority’s

Welcoming the World program brings 3,000 Grade 5 students

and 15 B.C. communities into our airport.

Every week since mid-September, Grade 5 students from

around Metro Vancouver have joined us here at YVR to learn

about what goes on behind the scenes at an international air-

port. The Future Lands Here program is designed to engage

students and teach them about how an airport works and

what YVR is doing to prepare for the 2010 Winter Games.

Each class of approximately 30 students begins their

adventure on the Canada Line and then tours the Domestic

and International Terminals, making stops at key points of

interest. They learn how to spell their name using the NATO

alphabet and how to properly pack a carry-on bag. The pro-

gram has been extremely popular, with every one of the nine

weekly slots filled until the first week of December.

One enthusiastic student wrote to us:

“I had so much fun watching the planes take off

from the observation place. The activities were awe-

some especially the name one. My name was “Juliet Echo

November November Yankee.”

As B.C.’s airport, we also wanted to connect some of

the smaller communities around the province to the excite-

ment of the Games. With millions of passengers travelling

through YVR in the lead-up and during the 2010 Olympic and

Paralympic Winter Games, we have a unique opportunity to

highlight the diverse regions that make British Columbia a

desirable tourist destination.

Earlier this summer, Airport Authority representatives

visited 15 B.C. communities—from Terrace to Tofino—to

announce the B.C. Community Showcase program. Vancouver

Airport Authority donated $10,000 to each community for

the creation of a three-minute video to be displayed on

select screens throughout Vancouver International Airport. In

September, the short films were screened for the first time at

a premiere event and are now playing in key locations in the

terminals. We hope that when travellers at YVR see what the

rest of B.C. has to offer, they will choose to come back and

explore our province.

The Airport Authority is a committed community part-

ner, and the 2010 Winter Games have provided us with new

opportunities to connect with our community and, in turn, to

connect them to the world.

Its metallic spiral form suggests move-

ment and mimics the rhythms, freedom

and exhilaration of travel and mobil-

ity. Constructed out of steel and lexan

acrylic, the spiralling iridescent multi-

coloured form looks alive and as though

it was about to spin and move through

space. The artist, Dennis Oppenheim,

received international attention for his

conceptual work in the sixties and later

for his body art, video photography and

performance work. He continues to be

an influential figure in contemporary

art and his current work in large-scale,

outdoor sculpture installations has gar-

nered international acclaim.

To learn more about the Vancouver

Biennale and the sculptures and instal-

lations around the region, visit www.

vancouverbiennale.com.

For more information about the YVR

Art Foundation including a map and

listing of the art works around the air-

port, visit www.yvraf.com

A fter 18 months of reno-

vations, the Sheraton

Vancouver Airport (formerly

Best Western Richmond Hotel and

Conference Centre) is now open.

With 390 rooms, it is the largest

full-service hotel in the Vancouver

airport area and part of a world-

wide, multi-year effort by Starwood

Hotels and Resorts that includes an

investment of $400-million in signa-

ture initiatives around the Sheraton

brand.

The extensive renovations and

upgrades to the hotel include a lobby

that features a communications hub

where guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, desktop

computers, television viewing, newspa-

pers, magazines and a Starbucks coffee

outlet.

Guestroom renovations include the

addition of large flat-panel televisions,

oversized work desks, comfortable seat-

ing and all-white linen bedding.

There are 23 meeting rooms with

close to 6,400 square metres of versatile

conference meeting space, including

The Minoru Ballroom, which can accom-

modate groups from 30 to 500, and at

2,400 square metres is Richmond’s larg-

est hotel conference space.

A new fitness centre features a spe-

cially designed holistic health and fit-

ness program to keep guests fit. The

program helps travellers train and eat

healthy, as well as refresh, recharge and

refocus their minds and bodies.

The hotel’s new eatery, Harold’s

Bistro & Bar, features a full menu of

contemporary cuisine, a wide selection

of award-winning B.C. wines, beers on

tap and spirits. Its casual, lively envi-

ronment includes numerous plasma

screens for sports fans and a comfort-

able patio.

According to Yannich Simovich,

director of operations at the hotel,

Harold’s Bistro & Bar was named in

honour of 88-year-old local resident

Harold Cross, who has been going to

the hotel every day for lunch for more

than 30 years.

“We see ourselves as a community-

oriented hotel and he [Cross] represents

community at its best,” said Simovich.

The walls of Harold’s Bistro & Bar

are lined with famous photographs of

movie stars with Cross’s picture show-

ing various ages of his life superim-

posed in them.

“I started coming here with my wife,

Jeanne, and she was the one who really

nurtured the friendships with the staff,”

said Cross of his now-deceased wife.

“The staff here are like family.”

Located minutes from YVR and offer-

ing a 24-hour, complimentary shuttle

to and from the airport, the Sheraton

Vancouver Airport is close to numerous

attractions, shopping, entertainment

and the Richmond Olympic Oval.

For more information, visit www.

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Harold’s Bistro & Bar at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport was named in honour of Harold Cross, who has eaten at the hotel every day for more than 30 years.


Customers in the terminal over

the Halloween weekend were

welcomed with a spooky spec-

tacle as tenants and retailers dressed

up their areas to mark Halloween.

Whether it was cobwebs draping the

check-in counters or a frightening

witch serving up morning lattes,

there was plenty to keep visitors

entertained.

To launch the Halloween festivities

on Friday, October 30, retailers, tenants,

Airport Authority employees and mem-

bers of the public were invited to take

part in themed events that included

costume and pumpkin-carving contests

at The Spirit of Haida Gwaii: The Jade

Canoe.

More than 40 jack-o’-lanterns were

submitted to this year’s pumpkin-carv-

ing contest, with creative designs rang-

ing from 2010 Winter Olympic themes

to Fright Night at Playland. Top prize

honours went to employees of the

Marquise Group for their 2010 Olympic

Skier carving; second place went to

Crystal Yamamoto from Securiguard

for her Dragon; and third place went to

employees of Opa! Souvlaki of Greece

for their Monster.

Following the pumpkin-carving

contest, the highlight of the day

was the costume contest runway

show. Emceed by Michael Christie,

Hudson Group, more than 20 par-

ticipants strutted their outfits on

stage. First place for best costume

went to Bryn Evans dressed as

Beetle Juice. Second and third place

awards went to Anne Dalny dressed

as The Bride of Frankenstein, and

14-month-old Kara Sinco dressed as

a little witch.

The top three winners for both con-

tests received Vancouver 2010 mer-

chandise and up to $295 in coveted

YVR Bucks to be used at any shop,

service or restaurant at the airport.

A ghoulish good time

Employees of Opa! Souvlaki of Greece carved a Monster that took this year’s third-place award.

Crystal Yamamoto’s pumpkin carving Dragon took second place honours.

The littlest participant in the celebrations was 14-month-old Kara Sinco who received third place honours for her witch costume.

Anne Dalny put on her game face as the Bride of Frankenstein and won the second-place award in the costume contest.

First place award for best pumpkin carving went to employees of the Marquise Group for their 2010 Olympic Skier.

Bryn Evans as Beetle Juice won this year’s Best Costume award.

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More than 1,000 people from

around the world gathered

in Larnaka, Cyprus earli-

er this month for the inauguration

of the much-anticipated new termi-

nal at Larnaka International Airport.

Vancouver Airport Services (YVRAS),

along with colleague shareholders in

Hermes Airports Limited, the Minister

of State in charge of European Affairs

Pierre Lellouche and other dignitaries,

attended a special ceremony to unveil

the new facility and celebrate the mas-

sive project’s success. The President

of the Republic of Cyprus, Demetris

Christofias, officiated at the opening

and Cyprus Archbishop Chrysostomos

II also attended to conduct the cer-

emony blessing.

The new building is significantly

larger than the old terminal and now

has the capacity to serve 7.5-million

passengers annually or 3,217 passen-

gers per hour. The terminal size has

increased from 22,000 square metres

to 100,000 square metres and a new

130,000-square-metre taxiway has been

built along with a new 170,000-square-

metre apron.

The entire facility took three years

to build and is located approximately

500 metres west of the old terminal

building. Its inauguration comes on the

heels of last November’s completion

of a new terminal building at Cyprus’

Pafos International Airport.

A new immigration hall at the

Larnaka facility spans 1,300 square

metres and contains 18 immigration

desks to serve nearly 2,000 arriving pas-

sengers per hour. Commercial space has

increased from 3,000 square metres to

10,000 square metres and two lounges

offer enhanced service choices to trav-

ellers prior to their flights. Additional

parking stalls have also been created,

allowing approximately 500 more vehi-

cles to park at the airport.

YVRAS acted on behalf of Hermes

Airports Limited in overseeing the

design and build contractor and ensur-

ing that the terminals and staff were

ready for operations at both Larnaka

and Pafos International Airports. The

company also worked closely with local

resources and the contractor to ensure

that the airports have a strong sense of

place by incorporating Cypriot cultural

elements into the design.

“We are proud to be a contributor

to this milestone project for Cyprus

and are particularly proud to have

instilled a Cypriot Sense of Place into

the design,” said George Casey, presi-

dent and CEO of YVRAS. “This new

Larnaka terminal was completed on

time and within the approved budget.

It will provide the highest level of

service to travellers and further posi-

tions Cyprus as a competitive tourist

destination. The successful completion

of the project would not have been

possible without the tremendous effort

and support from the Hermes team,

including Mr. Shacolas, chairman of

the Hermes Board, and other Cypriot

partners.”

The opening of the new terminal

is being completed in two phases so

as not to disrupt passenger service.

Cyprus Airways and British airline easy-

Jet begin operations in the new termi-

nal first, while all other airlines will

transfer operations by November 17.

Larnaka Airport is the largest airport

in Cyprus and serves as the country’s

main international gateway. The new

terminal comprises the first phase of a

major rejuvenation project occurring at

the airport. The second phase will grow

the terminal further to accommodate

nine-million passengers annually and

will extend the runway by 500 metres

to 3,500 metres.

“Together with our partners, we

have an overall goal of bringing world-

class airport services to Cyprus,” said

Casey. “We believe the new terminal

shows our collective commitment to

that objective. We are honoured to have

brought our international experience

and hallmark Local Sense of Place to

this project.”

Hermes Airports Limited took

over operation of Larnaka and Pafos

International Airports in 2006 and was

awarded a 25-year Build, Operate and

Transfer (BOT) concession agreement

with the government of Cyprus.

YVRAS is a global airport invest-

ment, management and develop-

ment company. It is jointly owned by

Vancouver Airport Authority and Citi

Infrastructure Investors. Vancouver

Airport Services currently manages 18

airports around the world. In 2008, its

network of airports reported revenues

of more than $500-million and com-

bined passenger traffic totaling more

than 29 million.

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in response to a new competitor or

fare sale from other competing airlines.

These sales often occur on a moment’s

notice and may only last for a few days.

If you have a favourite airline you wish

to use, subscribe to their email alerts

for your favourite cities so you can be

kept up to date on any fare changes.

But, don’t limit yourself to just one

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miles. Before giving in to this require-

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awards. You may be surprised how

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to and from your destination for the

same or less or just slightly more miles

instead of using double mileage coach

awards.

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flexible when booking your travel, keep

current on airfares, explore all your rout-

ing options and look at all the ways fre-

quent flyer miles can be redeemed.

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WestJet expands service to Sun Peaks resort

Starting this month, WestJet

Airlines has expanded its service

to Kamloops and Sun Peaks with

a Vancouver flight connection.

The new WestJet service departs

Kamloops at 10:45 a.m. each morn-

ing, arriving at Vancouver International

Airport at 11:41 a.m. For golfers and

skiers heading to Sun Peaks, the flight

leaves Vancouver at 12:30 p.m., arriving

in Kamloops at 1:19 p.m.

Sun Peaks Resort is a four-sea-

son destination resort located in the

interior of British Columbia near

Kamloops. In winter, Sun Peaks is

British Columbia’s second largest ski

area with three mountains surround-

ing an intimate ski-in, ski-out village.

In other seasons, Sun Peaks offers

a diverse range of leisure activities

including 18 holes of golf as well as

numerous events and festivals. Sun

Peaks Resort was the first ski resort

in North America and is the only

resort in Canada to receive the ISO

14001 designation recognizing the

resort’s environmental policies and

practices. Sun Peaks can be accessed

by the airport gateways of Kamloops

and Kelowna.

“The wide-bodied jet service provid-

ed by WestJet gives Sun Peaks an oppor-

tunity to target new market segments,”

said Christopher Nicolson, president of

Tourism Sun Peaks. “WestJet’s rider-

ship has proven to bring incremental

air traffic for both Kamloops and for

Sun Peaks.”

WestJet began servicing Kamloops

and Sun Peaks Resort in December 2008

after extensive efforts between Tourism

Sun Peaks, the City of Kamloops,

Kamloops Airport Society, Tourism

Kamloops and Venture Kamloops.

“Expanding service is a key goal

identified by our Air Service Working

Group strategy,” said Kamloops airport

manager Fred Legace. “This is great for

business, golf, and ski in our region.”

For more information on flights, visit

www.westjet.com.


Upcoming Events

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November 15-17, 2009Air Transport Association of Canada (ATAC) 2009 Annual General Meeting & TradeshowHilton Quebec and Quebec City Convention Centre, 1100 Boulevard Rene Levesque E, Quebec, QuebecThe chairman’s reception will be held in the tradeshow on Sunday November 5; 75th Anniversary Gala Dinner and entertainment will be held Monday November 16, featuring Gary Kurtz, “The Seinfeld of Mentalists;” closing reception the evening of November 17. Call (613) 233-7727, or email [email protected].

November 19, 2009Vancouver Transportation Club Dinner and Speaker Series

Executive Airport Plaza Inn, 7311 Westminster Highway, Richmond, BCGuest Speakers: Lizette Parsons Bell, VANOC; and Dale Bracewell, City of Vancouver.5:30 p.m. $40 members, $45 non-members.Reservations (604) 635-3555 ext. 119 or visit www.vancouvertransportationclub.com.

November 23-25, 2009Canadian Tourism Human Resource Council Tourism HR Forum

Delta Centre-Ville Hotel, 777 University Street, Montreal, QuebecThe 8th annual Tourism HR Forum will address critical human resource issues currently facing the tourism sector, with a particular focus on recruitment, retention and staff development. For more information, visit www.cthrc.ca, email [email protected], or call (613) 231-6949.

November 24, 2009Canada/USA Trade Compliance Seminars - Avoid the Red Tape when Importing

Pacific Customs Brokers Seminar Room, 101 - 17637 1st Avenue Surrey, BC9 a.m. – 12 p.m. - CDN Customs Compliance. 12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. - US Customs Compliance Open to business owners, managers, purchasers, shippers and warehouse managers. Sessions will cover customs regulations, required documentation and the logistics of seamless cross-border shipping thus avoiding delays and penalties issued by Canada and US Customs. For more information, contact Yvette Fox (604) 538-1566, or visit www.pcb.ca.

November 25-26, 2009 Transport Canada Safety Management Systems Information SessionsThe intent of the information sessions is to provide details on the implementation of the Safety Management System regulations. Safety management systems represent a systematic, explicit and comprehensive process for managing risks to safety. Each system is based on an operator’s in-depth knowledge of its organization, and integrates safety into policies, management and employee practices.For more information, call (604) 278-9330, or email [email protected].

Vancouver Airport Authority launches a

new and enhanced website this month.

To prepare for this update, the Airport

Authority undertook a comprehensive review of

YVR’s existing website and listened to the feed-

back from customers, community members, busi-

ness partners and employees to create a site that

is more reflective of the airport.

The new site keeps with YVR’s West Coast

colour palette reflecting the land, sea and sky

themes and offers user-friendly navigation and

features that help passengers find fast and easy

travel solutions. Check out the passenger guides

that are customized to highlight each airport

processes for a customer arriving, departing or

connecting at YVR.

With a growing number of passengers and

changes within the airline industry, YVR contin-

ues to expand and adapt to meet the needs of

the industry and its customers. On the new site

you will find all the information you need when

travelling through YVR, including real-time flight

information, retail and dining information, dis-

counts on parking and much more. The new site

also makes it easy to get flight information on

your mobile phone.

And to ensure that Vancouver Airport

Authority is reaching as many people as possible,

the new website meets all W3C requirements

increasing the accessibility to information at YVR

for people with disabilities.

The launch of the new website is the first

update it has seen in eight years. The new

website provides an exciting, modern face for

B.C.’s premier global gateway. And as an offi-

cial sponsor of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic

and Paralympic Winter Games, the new website

arrives in time to offer an improved online and

interactive experience as British Columbia gets

ready to welcome the world to YVR. Check soon

to see the new www.yvr.ca.

New look website at YVR


Last month, Continental Airlines

became the 25th member of Star

Alliance, the world’s largest glob-

al airline alliance. The Star Alliance

network was established in 1997 as

the first global airline alliance to offer

worldwide reach, recognition and seam-

less service for international travellers.

The airline’s membership in Star

Alliance follows last year’s announce-

ment of a strategic partnership between

Continental, the world’s fifth largest

airline, and United Airlines.

With the addition of Continental,

Star Alliance customers now have a

choice of close to 20,000 daily flights

serving more than 1,000 airports in 171

countries. The main network enhance-

ments are in North America, to and

from Latin America and across the

North Atlantic and the Pacific.

In Canada, Star Alliance founding

member airline Air Canada can offer its

customers expanded travel options that

include codeshare flights to new des-

tinations through Continental’s hubs

and network.

“Continental, one of the world’s

top carriers, further strengthens the

customer benefits of Star Alliance,”

said Calin Rovinescu, president and

chief executive of Air Canada. “For

Air Canada customers, Continental’s

Newark and Cleveland hubs will cre-

ate more options for travelling to the

Eastern U.S., while its Houston hub will

open new routes further south through-

out Mexico and Central America.”

Air Canada and Continental have a

full reciprocal agreement in place for

each other’s frequent flyer program.

As a result: Air Canada’s Aeroplan

members will have the ability to earn

and redeem miles on Continental;

Continental One Pass members will be

able to earn and redeem miles on Air

Canada; Air Canada Top Tier mem-

bers will have the ability to access

Star Alliance Gold and Silver benefits

through Continental, including lounge

and priority services; and Continental

One Pass Elite members will have

the ability to access Star Alliance

Gold and Silver benefits through Air

Canada, including lounge and priority

services.

Air New Zealand has reported

that its new blended winglets,

which have been fitted to its

fleet of Boeing 767-300ER aircraft, are

delivering higher fuel savings than fore-

cast.

The airline’s original expectations

were that more than six-million litres

of fuel would be saved annually with

the installation of new performance-

enhancing blended winglets on its fleet

of five Boeing 767 aircraft.

However, with four aircraft now fit-

ted with the winglets, fuel savings are

19 per cent higher than predicted, with

the fleet now expected to reduce fuel

usage by more than seven-million litres

and 18,400 tonnes of carbon emissions

annually.

The blended winglets, which have

been developed by Aviation Partners

Boeing, are 3.4-metre-high wing-

tip devices. They make the aircraft’s

wing more efficient by reducing drag,

increasing lift and significantly improv-

ing fuel use and reducing emissions.

“The installation of the blend-

ed winglets is part of Air New

Zealand’s on-going drive to be

the world’s most environmentally

sustainable airline,” said Captain

David Morgan, general manager air-

line operations.

Air New Zealand has been at the

forefront of finding ways to minimize

its environmental impact, examining

every aspect of its flight operations

to reduce carbon emissions by saving

fuel.

In addition to significant fuel sav-

ings and reduction in carbon emis-

sions, the blended winglets provide

additional commercial benefits for

aircraft operating services on longer

sectors, including enabling the aircraft

to climb faster and improving payload

performance.

More route choices for travellers as Continental joins Star Alliance

Air New Zealand’s blended winglets delivering 19% greater fuel savings

Crafthouse opens at YVR

Last month, Crafthouse opened in

the Domestic Terminal (pre-secu-

rity). The store, which is operated

by Hudson News Group, offers beauti-

ful handmade crafts created by local

artists, and supplied through the Craft

Council of British Columbia (CCBC).

CCBC is a non-profit, charitable arts

service organization working with fine

craft professionals and local, provin-

cial and national arts organizations to

promote the development of excellence

in crafts. Since 1972, CCBC has been

making craft more significant in the

cultural life of British Columbians and

Canadians through its public gallery

and retail shop on Granville Island.

Crafthouse sells contemporary

objects in ceramic, glass, fibre, metal

and wood that honour innovation in art,

craft and design and celebrate materi-

als and processes. The extensive col-

lection of products for sale includes

silver jewellery, shaker boxes, Japanese

treasure boxes, hand-blown glass, colour-

ful ceramics and unique papier-mâché

sheep and mice.

Open everyday from 6 a.m. to 9

p.m., be sure to visit Crafthouse and

pick up one of their unique handmade

items.


Campbell River, nestled on the east coast of

central Vancouver Island along the coastal

Inside Passage shipping route, is the third

largest city and the fourth largest community on

Vancouver Island. It is suggested that European

explorers arrived in this region as early as the

late 1500s, when Sir Francis Drake over-wintered

just south of where Campbell River is today. Two

centuries later, in 1778, Captain James Cook came

ashore at Friendly Cove in Nootka Sound. In 1792,

Captain George Vancouver landed on Quadra

Island. He also named many local landmarks,

including Discovery Passage, which can be seen

today from Campbell River’s waterfront.

Long known as the Salmon Capital of the

World, for thousands of years, from the time of

First Nations’ villages to the arrival of European

explorers and eventually permanent settlement,

the rhythm of life in the Campbell River area has

flowed with the movement of the salmon. Each

year, homebound salmon travel through Discovery

Passage on their final journey to spawning grounds.

The salmon’s life cycle of hatching, feeding in the

river, travelling to the ocean and eventually return-

ing to its birth river, attracts and sustains a wide

variety of wildlife — bears, eagles, whales, otters,

ravens and others. It’s also spawned a centuries-

old culture unique to the Pacific Northwest.

Just a short ferry ride across the water, Quadra

and neighbouring islands awaken under a blanket

of firs and cedars. Cape Mudge lighthouse blinks

warnings to seafaring passers-by. When slack tide

approaches, yachts, fish boats, tugs, freighters, and

enormous Alaska-bound cruise ships line up to

navigate Seymour Narrows’ tricky waters.

The region boasts a multitude of recreational

opportunities including 12 land parks, several

marine parks, numerous historic sites, three golf

courses, two main marinas, anchorages, boat

launches, more than 20 camping / RV parks, and

more. Visit for tours, day trips, workshops, cultural

events and family activities focusing on specific

species of wildlife: bears and other land animals;

eagles and other birds of flight; and marine ani-

mals, including the salmon and whales that slip

through Discovery Passage.

No matter what the season, the life cycle

of Campbell River’s magnificent salmon can be

witnessed by visiting a local waterway,

such as Haig-Brown Kingfisher Creek, that

hosts salmon enhancement and stewardship

programs.

Campbell River is also a gateway to outdoor

recreation and eco-touring. For summertime

seclusion, or winter snow activities, venture into

Strathcona Provincial Park, where the mountains

draw climbers, heli-skiers, and other enthusiasts

from around the world. Continue into remote

reaches of north or west Vancouver Island, or head

offshore to the Discovery Islands’ region for other

unparalleled wilderness opportunities.

True to its heritage, Campbell River hosts a

busy arts and culture scene. Drop by the com-

munity theatre, public art gallery, or the many

local shops that feature works by local artists,

including authentic First Nations’ art, jewellry and

carvings. Step back in history at the Museum at

Campbell River and Kwagiulth Museum. Browse

First Nations’ treasures, take in a cultural perfor-

mance and let yourself be swept worlds away.

AccommodationCampbell River offers a variety of accommoda-

tion

to meet

all budgets—bed and breakfast, motels, luxury

lodges, hotels, RV parks and campgrounds.

TransportationAir Canada, Central Mountain Air and Pacific

Coastal Airlines offer daily service from YVR’s

South Terminal to Campbell River. Campbell River

Airport (YBL) is a full service airport and inter-

national port of entry suited to meet the service

expectations for corporate and general aviation

aircraft, pilots and executives.

To learn more about Campbell River,

visit www.campbellriver.ca.

To see the YVR Community Showcase

videos that feature Campbell River,

visit www.yvrconnections.com.

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Located east of the Rocky

Mountains, Fort St. John is British

Columbia’s oldest interior com-

munity. First Nations have inhabited

the Peace River Valley for millenniums,

as archeologically evidenced in artifacts

dating back 10,890 years. Today, these

First Nations practice traditional forms

of hunting, trapping, drumming and

dancing.

Fort St. John is the earliest site of

Euro-Canadian settlement in mainland

British Columbia, initiated by Alexander

Mackenzie’s 1793 travels along the

Peace River. The following year, 1794,

Rocky Mountain Fort was built near

the present location of Fort St. John,

at the confluence of the Moberly and

Peace Rivers.

Since its beginning in 1794 as a

trading post, Fort St. John has grown

as a result of the opportunities pre-

sented by the completion of the Alaska

Highway in 1942, which sparked a

population boom, and the discovery of

high-grade oil in 1951 that set the city’s

course as British Columbia’s Oil and

Gas Capital. The oil and gas industry

is now the pillar of the local econo-

my, keeping the town bustling and

busy in recent years. Northern British

Columbia’s forestry, agriculture, min-

ing, and energy developments are also

main resource industries. Fort St. John

is one of the major honey producers in

British Columbia, and visitors can find

many varieties of local honey, including

dandelion, clover, and wildflower.

Fort St. John is unique in British

Columbia with its wide expanse of flat,

gently rolling plains river-carved val-

leys covered in aspen, spruce and pine.

The surrounding Peace River Valley

offers endless opportunity for scenic

drives, bird watching, fishing, hiking

and camping. Wildlife abounds, includ-

ing elk, moose, deer and bears, which

can be often viewed while driving along

the Alaska Highway (97) or Highway 29

to Hudson’s Hope.

In summer, fish for Walleye at

Charlie Lake, one of the only natural

lakes in British Columbia where anglers

can keep their Walleye catch. Cast a

line from shore or boat into a Peace

River tributary, rife with Arctic grayling

and rainbow trout. Hike the network

of trails at Beatton Provincial Park and

Charlie Lake Provincial Park, where

overnight campsite stays are always

an option. Spend a relaxing day on a

scenic drive to Fort St. John Lookout, or

spend a day golfing one of three avail-

able courses.

In winter, Fort St. John’s prairie land-

scape is great for cross-country skiing

and snowmobiling. Sledders can even

trek out to Graham-Laurier Provincial

Park and Redfern-Keily Provincial Park

to snowmobile designated trails in the

Rocky Mountains.

Each January, the annual High on Ice

Winter Carnival has a frozen Centennial

Park filled with ice sculptors compet-

ing, and other special winter-related

activities occurring around town.

Fort St. John is also a confirmed

Olympic Torch Relay stop (Day

94, January 31, 2010) for the fast-

approaching Vancouver 2010 Olympic

and Paralympic Games.

AccommodationAccommodations in Fort St. John

vary from high-end, mid-range, and

budget options. Most hotels and motels

are located downtown, or just off the

Alaska Highway. While typical services

and amenities are standard, one hotel,

the Pomroy Inn & Suites, is pet friendly.

Fort St. John also features a lodge, bed

and breakfast, and several campsites

and RV parks.

Stop by the Fort St. John Visitor

Centre at 9522 100th Street for infor-

mation, maps, recommendations, and

other advice about what to see in

town.

TransportationAir Canada Jazz operates four daily

flights to Fort St. John from YVR. Visit

www.aircanada.com.

To learn more about

Fort St. John, visit

www.fortstjohn.ca.

To see the YVR Community

Showcase videos that feature

Fort St. John, visit

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Global train and plane manu-

facturer Bombardier, design-

er and manufacturer of the

Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch, has

completed 6,000 of the 12,000 torches

that are being used in the cross-Cana-

da Olympic Torch Relay. The Olympic

Torch Relay began on October 30 and

will conclude on February 12, 2010,

with the start of the Vancouver 2010

Olympic Games.

Production of the torches began in

June 2009 and is on schedule to be

completed in December 2009.

Inspired by the contours of Canada’s

winter landscape, the Vancouver 2010

Olympic Torch is designed to withstand

colder temperatures than any other

torch in Olympic history and uses a

dual burner system to guard against

extreme weather conditions. From the

mild climate of Vancouver Island to the

bone-chilling Arctic cold of Canadian

Forces Station Alert located less than

900 kilometres from the North Pole,

the torch will be operational from -40°C

to +40°C through rain, sleet, snow and

wind.

Bombardier manufactured the torch

components and sourced parts from

different suppliers. The torch is made

from anodized aluminum, stainless

steel and a composite compound. Each

torch weighs 1.6-kilograms, including

fuel, which is a mix of propane and

isobutane. The final components are

assembled by hand, giving Bombardier

employees a unique opportunity to

connect with the Games.

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Excitement builds as the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay begins

The Icon A5, an amphibious personal aircraft dubbed the

“plane of the future,” is a two-seat, single-engine plane

that can fly more than 482 kilometres, and is small

enough to fit into any plane lover’s garage.

Kirk Hawkens, CEO and founder of Icon A5, designed the

aircraft so that anyone with an interest in flying can operate it.

Hawkens designed the aircraft with removable side windows

“to immerse both pilot and passenger in the experience of fly-

ing a sport aircraft.”

California-based Icon Aircraft officially opened its border

book last June with the launch of its website. Consumers are

able to place reservations for early positions to buy the sport

plane with a deposit of US$5,000.

The $250,000 plane is featured by luxury specialty retail

department store Neiman Marcus in this year’s Christmas

Catalogue.

For more details on the Icon A5, visit www.iconaircraft.

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Travel Talk

There is no typical way to spend

the winter holidays in California

as all of its regions have some-

thing unique to offer. If you’re consid-

ering visiting the Golden State over the

holidays, here are some of the winter

activities offered from November to

January.

Located in California’s Central

Coast Region, Solvang is an authentic

Danish village known for its annual

Julefest Celebration, held in November

and December. During the celebration,

streets are decked out with seasonal

adornments and more than 150 bou-

tiques and specialty shops host open

houses. Visitors can also take part in

the tree lighting ceremony December

4 with dance performances and musi-

cal entertainment in Solvang Park, the

Julefest Parade December 5 and the

Nativity Pageant December 12. Further

south in Oxnard, celebrations include

an annual Parade of Lights, when ves-

sels, illuminated with thousands of

lights, sail and motor throughout

Channel Islands Harbour.

They may have boats in Oxnard,

but they’ve got tractors in Calistoga.

Taking place in the San Francisco

Bay Area Region, the 14th Annual

Lighted Tractor Parade is the ultimate

in small-town Christmas experiences.

On December 5, vintage and modern

tractors, antique trucks, human-pow-

ered vehicles and construction equip-

ment bedecked with dazzling lights

will roll down Calistoga’s main street

to celebrate the season and the town’s

agricultural heritage. In Santa Cruz,

Old Saint Nick and his reindeer ride

the waves to shore on surfboards at

Capitola Beach before pitching a lawn

chair on the sand to take wish list

requests from kids. San Francisco’s

Union Square may be one of the most

celebrated shopping districts in the

country. In addition to its variety of

shops offering unique gifts and wares,

visitors can don a pair of skates in

Union Square for 90-minute sessions

from November to January 18, 2010.

Celebrate an old-fashioned

Christmas at the Rancho Guajome

Adobe in Vista, a hacienda and National

Historic Landmark that depicts Anglo-

Hispanic architecture. Located in the

San Diego County Region, guests

can wander through the 28 decorated

rooms, designed to replicate 1800s

holiday décor from November 25-26.

Travellers can share the holidays with

creatures of the ocean at SeaWorld, and

enjoy special shows such as The Polar

Bear Express 4-D Experience at the

park’s Mission Bay Theatre. The annual

Holiday Block Party December 19-31 at

Legoland in Carlsbad will sport a life-

sized Santa and reindeer built entirely

from LEGO blocks.

It’s a miner’s Christmas at Columbia

State Park in the Gold Country Region,

when costume interpreters recreate the

mining camp of the 1850s for park visi-

tors. This year, the festivities take place

the weekends of December 12-13 and

19-20. Get your holiday shopping done

early this year while enjoying the spirit

of a small-town Christmas at the 35th

Anniversary of the Sonora Christmas

Festival November 27-29, when more

than 200 artisans present their crafts,

along with performances by carollers

and costumed elves.

In the Central Valley Region, they

are going Swedish in Kingsbury with

the Santa Lucia Festival and Parade.

It’s all part of this Swedish village’s

annual Christmas tradition. The day

starts early on December 5 with a

traditional Swedish breakfast, an arts

and crafts festival and later a gin-

gerbread house contest. In the eve-

ning is the Festival of Lights Parade.

Christmas Tree Lane on Fresno’s Van

Ness Boulevard is transformed into a

magical Christmas wonderland with

light displays adorning trees, lawns

and homes from December 5-26. The

region wraps up the holiday season

with the Hmong International New

Year Celebration December 26 through

January 2, 2010, at the Fresno County

Fairgrounds.

‘Tis the season to leave the sweat-

er, scarf and gloves at home when

you’re escaping to Palm Springs in the

Deserts Region. With temperatures

hovering in the 70s, visitors are in for

a balmy visit that might include the

Festival of Lights Parade December 5

on Palm Canyon Drive with its light-

ed floats, equestrians and celebrities.

Another interesting activity is the Walk

of the Inns December 10, when travel-

lers enjoy a walking tour of the historic,

boutique and small inns in downtown

Palm Springs.

You can dash through the snow in

a one-horse open sleigh in the High

Sierra Region. The Resort at Squaw

Creek in Olympic Valley offers tradi-

tional sleigh rides, as well as mushing

adventures with dogs pulling custom-

made sleds, along with stops for snow

play, pictures and hot chocolate. North

Lake Tahoe ski resorts are giving novice

skiers and snowboarders the oppor-

tunity to learn at bargain prices. The

10th Annual Learn to Ski and Board

Weekend, scheduled for the weekend

of December 12-13, costs $25 and

includes an all-day beginner lift ticket,

group lesson and gear rental, and is

available at nine resorts.

The magic and the sparkle of the

holidays shine bright at Disneyland

Resort in Anaheim, located in the

Orange County Region. The resort

transforms November 13 through

January 3, 2010, with colourful décor

and a nightly snowfall on Main Street.

The Disneyland Christmas Tree is also

specially designed to present a nightly

merry light show like no other, with

more than 62,000 energy-efficient LED

lights. Fashion Island in Newport Beach

hosts a massive Christmas tree, which

becomes illuminated with more than

17,000 lights and ornaments during the

Fashion Island Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 21-22.

California quirkiness holds true

in the North Coast Region, where

one of the most offbeat Christmas

parades takes place—one that features

18-wheelers. The Christmas Convoy

rolls through town December 12 with

a hundred big rigs adorned with as

many as 40,000 lights each. Ferndale,

possibly the best preserved Victorian

town in the country, turns on the lights

of its Siska spruce December 6 in a

holiday tradition that dates back to

1934. For three evenings (December

9-11), historic inns, rustic retreats and

modern motels on the coast are alit

and abuzz with holiday cheer for the

Annual Mendocino Coast Candlelight

Tour. Innkeepers and strolling carollers

welcome guests with spiced apple cider

and sweet treats.

They deck the Beverly Hills, which

is located in the Los Angeles County

Region and home to star-studded

events and glamorous abodes. This

year, festivities kick off November 21

with a UNICEF holiday lighting ceremo-

ny featuring a fireworks show behind

the Beverly Wilshire Hotel. A total of

four blocks of Rodeo Drive is closed

off to a family-friendly celebration with

its variety of festivities, including face

painters, stilt walkers, musicians and

caricature artists.

It’s the railcars and caboose that

are donned with lights at the annual

Santa Train December 5 and 12 at

the Western Pacific Railroad Museum

in Portola. Located in the Shasta

Cascade Region, the museum is the

largest and most complete collection

in North America dedicated to tell-

ing the story of Western Pacific. In

addition to visiting with Santa Claus,

kids can sit at the controls of the

world’s largest diesel locomotive, take

the throttle of a real railroad locomo-

tive and climb aboard passenger cars

from the California Zephyr, one of the

nation’s most famous passenger trains.

Downtown Chico officially kicks off the

season November 22, when merchants

debut their holiday cheer by inviting

residents and visitors to an evening

donned with decorations, strolling car-

ollers and photo opportunities with Old

Saint Nick.

Experience the holiday season of

yesteryear as Old Town Temecula in

the Inland Empire Region welcomes

Santa Claus November 27 on a horse-

drawn sleigh. Old Town is also adorned

in the holiday spirit with lights and

festive displays. You can also head to

Snow Summit Ski Resort in Big Bear

Lake for a New Year’s Eve Torchlight

Parade as skiers and snowboarders

glide down the mountain in a steady

stream of torch lights.

Whichever region of California you

choose to visit during the holidays,

there are a number of airlines providing

service from YVR. Check the websites

of Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Skywest

Airlines, United Airlines and WestJet

for information on flights.

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responsible for paying bills, collecting

income, managing your investments or

other property and all your financial

interests in the same way that a trustee

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If you become mentally incapaci-

tated without designating a CPOA, then

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ee will manage your estate until a friend

or family member can take it over.

According to Judith Wahl, a law-

yer and the executive director of the

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The other type of mismanaged care

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funds can and cannot be used.

The key to avoiding both kinds of

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If your estate is complex, you might

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cent of assets administered by your

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trative fee.

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bilities are mutually understood before

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will and CPOA for property and health

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The financial aspect of the CPOA

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events, such as mental incapacity. It is

recommended that you define the way

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action, the CPOA designate will have

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incapable and can therefore exercise

documents on your behalf.

While we all hope that such a docu-

ment will never be needed, it is wise to

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Mexicana and its affiliates MexicanaClick

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5. Forge or mold

10. Chooses

14. Skin disease

15. Toward the future

16. A small fragment

17. A small dark goose (2

words)

19. Deep prolonged

unconsciousness

20. A durable light brown

or red wood

21. City in Switzerland

22. Sexless

24. A liquid measure equal

to 4 or 5 ounces

25. Nonplussed (3 words)

26. Uncomfortably cool

29. Hurts

30. Inn

31. Stairs in India leading

down to the water

32. Gratuity

35. Winged

36. Small jar

37. Large burrowing rodent

of South America

38. A pixel

39. Central Asian rulers

40. Relating to a fetus

41. Most frozen

43. Payment to free a

person

44. Shuns

46. Amount owed

47. Steal

48. A bluish green color

49. North By East

52. A smoky fog

53. Vibrating fibers in

some woodwinds (2

words)

56. Supplements with

difficulty

57. Unsuitable

58. Difficult

59. Conveyed by an animal

60. Of little importance

61. Debauchery.

DOWN 1. Young infant

2. Unit of area

3. Had firsthand

knowledge

4. Even (contraction)

5. Wisely

6. Spiral

7. Long period of time

8. Petrol

9. Without teeth

10. Supernatural forces

and events

11. Paper copies

12. Circumstances of the

present age

13. Boxes

18. Treasury bill

23. Hearing organs

24. Joy

25. Gather

26. Fellow

27. Hollow or opening

28. Written in a slanted

typeface

29. Transfer to another

track

31. Found in lawns

33. International Civil

Aviation Organization

34. Surface of the inner

hand

36. Gnawed (2 words)

37. Confined

39. City in the Ukraine

40. A short moral story

42. Brie or cheddar for

example

43. Property consisting of

houses and land

44. A colorless volatile

highly inflammable

liquid

45. Bearskin hat

46. An accounting entry

48. Bunch of hair or

feathers

49. Close by

50. Large mass of floating

ice

51. Ripple or current

54. A single thing

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alphabet.

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MAIN TERMINALSDoMestic (Pre-Security)• Milestone’s: Casual West Coast dining-

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• swiss chalet: Rotisserie chicken-Level 2 Arrivals

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• Jugo Juice: Juice, smoothies, wraps & paninis – Level 3 Departures

• Wok ‘N Roll: Chinese & Japanese cuisine – Level 3 Departures

• toshi teppanyaki: Japanese cuisine – Level 3 Departures

iNteRNAtioNAl (Pre-Security)• Hanami Japanese Restaurant:

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• Koho Restaurant & Bar: Casual dining-Level 3 Departures

• Galiano Bakery & café: Breakfast, sandwiches & pastries-Level 3 Departures

• Burger King: Breakfast, burgers, salads -Level 2 Arrivals & Level 3 Departures

• Flying Wedge Pizza: Pizza, salads & soups-Level 3 Departures

• Fortune Wok: Asian cuisine – Level 3 Departures

• oPA! souvlaki of Greece: Greek cuisine-Level 3 Departures

• tim Hortons: Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, soup – Level 2 Arrivals

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• Atc cafeteria 3800 Cessna Drive. In the BCIT Aerospace

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• McDonald’s Restaurant 6020-6086 Russ Baker Way. Burgers, fast

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• skyway Restaurant (yVR South Terminal) #118-4440 Cowley Crescent. Breakast, lunch. (604) 231-9822

• sushi café 5455 Airport Road South. Breakfast,

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MARpoLE

6 cravings Restaurant & lounge 8804 Osler Street, Vancouver. Located

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burgers, sandwiches, wraps, pizzas, salads, soups and more. (604) 264-8444

• Konichiwa seafood & sushi Bar 1320 West 73rd Avenue, Vancouver Lunch, dinner. Japanese sushi, sashimi,

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muffins, cinnamon buns. Mon - Fri: 7am-9pm. Sat. 8am-7pm. Sun. 8am-7pm. (604) 677-6396

MILLER RoAD• café Runway #109-5000 Miller Road. Breakast, lunch.

6am-5:30pm. (604) 273-1170

oVER THE BRIDGE(S)8 the Boathouse Restaurant

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• italian tomato Restaurant 8380 Bridgeport Rd.

(604) 247-0048. Lunch, dinner. 11am-10pm.

• Mr. Pickwick’s Fish & chips 8620 Granville Street, Vancouver Lunch, dinner, British pub foods & fresh

seafood. 11am- 8:30pm. (604) 266-2340HoTEL RESTAuRANTS• Accent inns Vancouver Airport

10551 St Edwards Dr IHOP Restaurant: breakfast, lunch,

dinner. (604) 273-3311• Best Western Abercorn inn-9260

Bridgeport Road11 Highlander Restaurant: Open for

lunch & dinner, serving a variety of high-

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• coast Vancouver Airport Hotel 1041 SW Marine Drive

White Spot Restaurant—full-service

restaurant, breakfast, lunch, dinner, take

out. (604) 310 - 7768

7 Hudson’s Landing Pub—classic

pub food, including fish & chips, pizza,

burgers & sandwiches. Open for lunch &

dinner. 11:30am-12:15pm.

(604) 263-5445

• comfort inn Vancouver Airport 3031 No. 3 Road

Atrium Inn Restaurant & Lounge –

breakfast, 6:30am-10:30am

(604) 278-5161

• Delta Vancouver Airport 3500 Cessna Drive

Elephant & Castle Pub & Restaurant –

lunch, dinner. (604) 278-1241

• executive Airport Plaza Hotel & conference centre

7311 Westminster Highway

Carver’s Steakhouse & Lounge – dinner.

(604) 207-7107

Tivoli’s Restaurant – breakfast, lunch.

(604) 278-5555

• the Fairmont Vancouver Airport

(at yVR) –3111 Grant McConachie

Jetside Bar: Level 3 International

Departures – offers a selection of

appetizers, snacks, and shared food.

(604) 248.3281

Globe@YVR: Award-winning signature

restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch,

dinner. (604) 248-32815 the Fraser Arms

1450 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver

The Fraser Arms Café—enjoy the $2.99

breakfast special every day, starting at

7am weekdays & 8am weekends; lunch

served until 2 pm. (604) 261-2499

• Hilton Vancouver Airport 5911 Minoru Blvd

Carmichael’s Restaurant: breakfast,

lunch, dinner. (604) 232-5000

• Holiday inn international Vancouver Airport 10720 Cambie Road

Fogg n Sudds Restaurant – pub

style food with a wide selection of

international beers. (604) 273-0776

• Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport 8181 Cambie Road

Fresh Restaurant & Lounge-breakfast,

lunch, dinner. (604) 279-8181

• River Rock casino Resort 8811 River Road

Tramonto – breakfast 6:30am-11am,

lunch 11am-2pm, dinner (604) 247-85734 The Buffet at River Rock –

all you can eat buffet, lunch, dinner,

Sunday brunch. Newly renovated, The

Buffet at River Rock highlights fresh

local produce & offers culturally diverse

& traditionally inspired dishes with

complimentary selected beverages. (604)

247-8900

• sandman signature Hotel 10251 St Edwards Drive

Cucumber Café – breakfast, lunch,

dinner. (604) 276-2853

Chop Steak Fish Bar – casual dining.

(604) 276-1180

• sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel 7551 Westminster Highway

Try our tasty hash browns and classic roast coffee

Egg, cheddar cheese and a strip of bacon on asesame seed bun. 2 for $400

A&W Bacon n’ Egger

604.303.3343Two locations at YVR:

Level 3 Departures, Domestic Terminal (Pre-Security)Level 3 Departures, International Terminal (Post-security)

Breakfast served daily at a&W

AT ThE COAST hOTEL604 263 5445

1041 SW Marine Dr. | Vancouverwww.hudsonslandingpub.com

Neighbourhood Pub!Your

MONDAY:half-price Appies (5-9pm)

WEDNESDAY: 45-cent wings (min. order 10)

ThuRSDAY: Spaghetti & Meatballs $7.99

(after 3pm)

SuNDAY: half-price Pizza (all day)

Kitchen open late every nightAll Canucks & uFC Pay-Per-View

Team Fundraisers available

9 Harold’s Bistro & Bar – breakfast,

lunch, dinner. Full menu of

contemporary cuisine, wide selection

of award-winning B.C. wines, beers on

tap and spirits. Open 6:30am-11:00pm.

(604) 273-7878

• travelodge Hotel Vancouver Airport 3071 St Edwards Drive Pantry Restaurant – breakfast, lunch,

dinner. (604) 214-0007• Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel 7571 Westminster Highway

10 The American Grille—American cuisine enhanced with regional flavours.

Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Open 6am-10pm. (604) 232-2804

STEVESToN

• yokohama teppanyaki sushi &

steakhouse

140 – 12251 No 1 Road. Authentic Japanese cuisine served at

their Teppan Grill, where your dinner is cooked to perfection right before your eyes. Book your party of 4 or more at the special Christmas Party Dinner price of $29.95 per person. Open Mon to Fri 10:00am to 10:00pm. Weekends 11:00am to 9:30pm. (604) 271-8896.

Next issue deadline for Restaurant Feature is November 30, 2009.call 604.736.6754

Reservations: 604-271-8896 www.yokohamabc.com140 – 12251 No. 1 Road Richmond, BC V7E 1T6

Yokohama Christmas Party Dinner for 4 or more…Reg: $46.95 Now $29.95 per person

Book YouR CHRiStmAS PARtY Now!Each person receives:

AppETIzER: miso soup • California Roll • Shrimp Appetizer teppanyakiENTRéE: Chicken teriyaki • New York Steak • Jumbo Scallop • tiger Prawn

mixed Vegetables • Fried Rice

All Entrées served at our teppan Grill, where your dinner is cooked to perfection right before your eyes!


1-888-821-0021www.aerocarservice.ca

Flat Rates to DowntownSedan $39

Limousine $45

Exclusive Airport Sedan & Limousine Service

Curbside at both Domestic & International Arrivals(no reservation required)

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