THE STEVESTON VILLAGER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

MANY GREAT CHANGES FOR THIS SUMMER’S ISSUE!!

SERVING STEVESTON FOR SINCE 1986
WE ARE NOW TAKING RESERVATIONS FOR THE
FULL COLOUR
SUMMER ISSUE OF
THE STEVESTON VILLAGER
FINALLY!!
All ads in full colour!
Please call to reserve your space
604-275-9452
Inside front and back and inside back covers available! First come Basis!
Or email sunor@steveston.bc.ca
DETAILS SOON TO FOLLOW,
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Count on The Steveston Villager Business Directory to continue to give you the best value for your advertising dollars.

VISIT THE STEVESTON VILLAGE COMMUNITY WEBSITE - CELEBRATING 11 YEARS!!
www.steveston.bc.ca

RAINTREE WELLNESS SPA - January Feature Treatment: New Year Renewal Ring in the New Year with an invigorating Vichy Rain Shower Massage using our signature Coffee & Spice Citrus Sugar Body Polish to stimulate your senses. Extra fine sea salt, oriental herbs and essential oils of lemongrass, peppermint and combova are infused in a nourishing Rice Bran Oil base to exfoliate and cleanse your skin. Next, enjoy an Eye & Lip Zone treatment with scalp massage to revive tired facial skin after the hectic holiday season. An application of buttery-soft shea moisturizer to the balance of your body leaves skin supple and lightly aromatic. Welcome 2008....

Allow 1hrs, 30 mins, $120 per person. Offer expires January 31/08. Can be pre-booked for the month of February.

SEMI ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE NOW ON

3871 Moncton St
Richmond, B.C
604 271 5330

4351 10th Avenue
Vancouver, B.C
604 224 3777

TheRichmondPhoneGuy -

No Dial Tone? Find out how to troubleshoot the problem yourself at www.TheRichmondPhoneGuy.com
…or call Bill at 604-275-3548 and have the problem seen to in a hurry using the old ‘appointment’

Bill Hamilton a Technician with over 30 years experience locally

Yap Announces - NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release December 7, 2007 SD 38 Shares Innovations at Learning in Action Showcase RICHMOND - Representatives from the Richmond School District will share the success of their Area Counsellor Team (ACT) program with 44 other school districts today, announced Richmond MLAs Linda Reid, Olga Ilich and John Yap.

"The ACT program is another example of B.C.'s dynamic education system,"
said Reid, MLA for Richmond East. "I'm happy to see the local school district has compiled a team of specialized counsellors to help school staff learn how to effectively deal with disruptive behaviour in the classroom."

"Clearly there is no 'quick fix' solution to this problem," said Ilich, MLA for Richmond Centre. "By offering our school staff the necessary tools, skills and information, they are able to build positive, safer settings in our schools."

"Managing challenging behaviour in a classroom setting is a problem faced by all teachers," said Yap, MLA for Richmond Steveston. "One of the key factors in behaviour management is understanding why challenging behaviour occurs, and the ACT program directly addresses this issue."

The Richmond school district has created ACT, which consists of a team of area counsellors who deal with increasingly challenging behaviours by providing school staff with professional development and demonstration lessons.

The second annual Learning in Action Showcase in Vancouver features the work of 44 B.C. school districts. Each district will present one innovative teaching practice under the themes of leadership, literacy, the first 10 years, middle years to secondary, and equitable futures.
The showcase offers an opportunity for educators to celebrate the creative ways they are helping to improve student achievement in their districts.

The Ministry of Education, the BCSTA and the BC School Superintendents Association (BCSSA) have worked in partnership to host the Learning in Action Showcase, a highlight of the BCSTA's Innovation Academy underway in Vancouver.

The Province is working to make B.C. the best-educated, most literate jurisdiction on the continent. The government introduced legislation in the spring to help improve student achievement by making boards of education more accountable for student results, providing students and parents with more choice, and increasing support to school districts.

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Visit Olga's website at: www.olgailichmla.bc.ca
Visit Linda's website at: www.lindareidmla.bc.ca
Visit John's website at: www.johnyapmla.bc.ca

Stevestonkids. comBaseball, Softball, Spring Soccer, Swimming, Valentine’s Day, Easter, Chinese New Year, Olympics Countdown, Spring Break … all FUN stuff for kids at www.stevestonkids.com! Watch for the Spring Break brochure out February 1, 2008

H2O HAIR & NAIL CO. - WIGS FOR KIDS fund raising event at I THANK those of you who ventured out on December 2nd,(REMEMBER THE SNOW?) Yipes!! However,we enjoyed refreshments & appies while you shopped at H2O. The incentive was; The more you purchased the more WIGS FOR KIDS will receive from H2O. From 10 to 25% was calculated on those purchases.

And as always we carry our inscribed silver polished stretch bracelets at only 12.00. From every sale of our 'BELIEVE & EXPECT MIRACLES" bracelets $6.00 is donated to WIGS FOR KIDS

My goal for WIGS FOR KIDS was to donate at least $ 500.00. With your purchases and CASH donations we exceeded $ 700.00 ! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

I hired a young man by the name of ALEXANDER(aka; ALEX) to deliver my fliers around the village. Thank you for a job well done AND THANK YOU for donating all your pay (for those deliveries) to WIGS FOR KIDS! To all of you; Your generocity is so much appreciated.

"Bev Friesen" (founder of WIGS FOR KIDS) and the volunteer YaYa girls were in attendance and did some Christmas & personal shopping ! And THANK YOU to our H2O team and my family for being there and for all your support.

CHEERS TO ALL AND HAPPY NEW YEAR FOR ALL OF US AT H2O !

MARLENE, JEN, JULIA, ANNA, TINA & SHARON

MIKE’S TAX SERVICE (Est. 1992)……

Happy New Year and best wishes for 2008 to all of our Richmond clients. Our office will again be open for business Tuesday, February 12, 2008 for the 2007 tax season. We are a full service tax preparation/efile company and do all types of personal tax returns including Rental Properties, Employment Expenses, Capital Gains/Losses, Small Business, Partnerships, Transportation Expenses, Investment Income, Foreign Income, Tuition and Education, RRSP and Home Buyers’ Plan, Disability Credits and Medical Expenses. As well, we do prior years returns and adjustments. Our office is located at Ste. 218, 3580 Moncton Street in historic Steveston. New clients are welcome. Drop by the office OR call (604) 273-3702 OR 1-866-864-8934 (residence). Business hours are: Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM - Saturday: 10AM to 3PM . We are closed Monday. Our email address is: mikestax@shaw.ca

PALLA REAL ESTATE PERSPECTIVE: Thank you for a great 2007. I look forward to helping you facilitate your Real Estate objectives in 2008. Whether a little investment condo, a luxury home, or anything in between, I’m here to help you make this happen. Call me. Let’s talk. 604.329.1430.

Mention this ad and receive
$500 when buying a new property
$500 when selling your property
$500 for every referral that leads to a sale (just tell me up front)
Call today – it pays!

Visit www.stevestonhouses-condos.com for a full listing of all houses, townhouses and condos available in Steveston.

KAREL PALLA
Your Professional Realtor
Email kpalla@kpalla.com

Classes held at the South Arm United Church Gym 11051 No. 3 Road (corner of No. 3 Road & Steveston Highway)

First Class is FREE to try……When you love our workout, results come easy. That's why Jazzercise blends aerobics, yoga, Pilates and kickboxing movements into fun dance routines set to fresh new music. All fitness levels welcome.

For More Information Call Janice @(604) 813-3990 or (604) 241-8840 for more info. Thanks…

January there is a special Dance for Heart fundraiser in February for the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Classes are 1-hour in length and held in South Arm United Church gym (corner of No. 3 Road and Steveston Highway).

Mon/Wed 5:30pm
Tue/Thu 6:00pm
Sat 9:00am

First class is Free and 50% off Joining Fee if signed up by January 31, 2008

On Saturday, February 23, 2008, Jazzercise students will participate in Dance for Heart, a 75-minute class to raise funds for the Heart & Stroke Foundation BC/Yukon Foundation. Walk-Ins by donation and all monies raised go directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. For more information on Jazzercise classes in Richmond or Dance for Heart, please contact Janice at (604) 813-3990.

CONGRATULATION to Catherine who is celebrating 3 years as of November 1st, Helping and guiding her clients in Steveston.

12TH HOUSE HEALING ARTS

The New Year is the perfect time to cleanse your body systems. Wild Rose Herbal Detox, Candida-Aid and Slim-tech programs are gentle and easy ways to promote more efficient functioning of your physical body.
Usana Health Sciences line of supplements is backed by a medical advisory board and are listed in the Canadian Pharmacological Standard reference guide for doctors. Independent scientific research supports the superior bio-availability of essential nutrients in these anti-oxidant formulas.
Classical Homeopathic treatment focuses on your uniqueness. Constitutional treatment helps to support your response to current situations and to life history. Constitutional treatment also increases your vital resistance to acute infection and chronic disease.
Bio-Energy massage helps to de-stress, remove congestion of energy flow and to bring enhanced body awareness. Treatments draw from many modalities including reflexology, thermal stones, cranial-sacral and shiatsu. 30, 60 and 90 minute treatments are available.
Pleadis Astrological readings acknowledge our "spirit" that emanates our being, as we all are born as an integral part of this universe. Greater understanding can be imparted with Natal Birth chart readings that are the foundation to comprehend current cycles of manifesting in our lives.

Contact: Catherine Dean DCH
604-271-HEAL (4325)
Located in the heart of Steveston, www.12th-househealingarts.ca

THE COMPUTER TUTOR

Ken is a local computer technician who has been serving the friendly folks of Steveston since 2000. Relying on word of mouth recommendations, his clientele has steadily grown in the last 7 years. Whether you need an upgrade, a complete installation, or any other form of assistance, THE COMPUTER TUTOR can definitely get you going! Seniors enjoy a substantial discount at just $30.00 per hour. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Call Ken 604 271-4462 or email Ken at computertutor@telus.net

We at TravelBoecker specialize in tailor-made safaris to fit every travellers’ style and budget. Whether you choose unimaginable luxury, a camping safari or hands-on volunteering – we will ensure the best value and the best experience

Our 10 day Stanley Safari starts in Maun, Botswana and ends at Victoria Falls, Zambia. It is a perfect way to see the most spectacular scenery, wildlife, culture and natural beauty of Zambia and Botswana. Highlights include the Okavango Delta, Khwai River, Moremi Wildlife Reserve, Savute, Chobe and Livingstone / Victoria Falls.

It is a Comfort Mobile Safari, which means that although you sleep in dome tents, these are furnished with 2 comfortable camp beds, linen, blankets, pillows, en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet. A safari team erects and dismantles the camp and attends to all duties. All meals with table wine for dinner are included while on safari. This popular safari starts from $3780 per person. Details at www.TravelBoecker.com

Authentic Journeys. Sustainable Tourism. Unforgettable Memories!

Here’s an African Wildlife Experience with a difference:
Volunteer on a Game Reserve in South Africa!
This family-run Game Reserve offers a wildlife experience which will capture your imagination, refresh your soul and conserve our natural heritage!

The program may include:

• Animal identification, game tracking
• Veterinary work with the resident vet
• Tribal culture & hands-on community work at local schools
• History from Stone Age to Frontier Times
• Land Management, Gardening & Medicinal use of plants
• Game Drives, Guided walks, canoeing, boating and FUN.

Visit www.TravelBoecker.com for details.
Cost: $990 for 2 weeks, although a 4 to 8 week stay is recommended

Africa - everyone deserves to travel there at least once!

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Getting married? TravelBoecker Bridal Registry offers Honeymooners a great way to add extra luxurious touches to that very special trip. You choose the gift values and we take care of the rest

PAST TENSE REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPY We are located in our newly renovated office above Papi's Ristorante. #210-12251 No. 1 Road. Book online Instantly at www.pasttense.ca or call 604 272 9995 for more information.

Past Tense Massage Therapy Warms up the New Year with Hot Stones! Back! By popular demand! Past Tense Massage Therapy Warms up January with Hot Stones! Past Tense Massage Therapy welcomes all of Steveston to enjoy our New Year Special:

Included within every 60 or 90 minute therapeutic massage is a complimentary warm stone treatment for the back:

60 Minute RMT massage
(with warm stones) $80 plus tax
90 Minute RMT massage
(with warm stones) $120 plus tax

Book your treatment instantly online at www.pasttense.ca

Or call 604-272-9995
Past Tense Massage Therapy Clinic
#210 - 12251 No. 1 Rd. Steveston
(Above Papi's Restaurant)

Last Year was a brilliant beginning for Past Tense - we anticipate another wonderful year and wish the same to you all!!

FOCUS PILATES - 204 - 3740 Chatham Street, Richmond, BC V7E 2Z3, 604 – 277-0112

Welcome to Focus Pilates – a new, dedicated Pilates studio in Steveston featuring the specific teaching of certified Pilates instructor Ramona Bianco. Focus Pilates specializes in instructor-led Pilates classes on the unique reformer/half cadillac equipment. Private and semi-private instruction is also available and encouraged.

Pilates is a mind/body fitness regime combining flexibility, strength, balance and coordination to the whole body. There are more than 500 resistance exercises beneficial for rehabilitation, injury prevention, postural alignment and overall fitness. While focusing on core stability and efficiency of movement, the programs are created to meet the needs and abilities of each individual by encouraging body awareness. Working through the progression of levels is an immensely strengthening experience, calling upon a commitment to mindfulness and whole body development.

Private and Semi-Private Reformer work is performed on Pilates reformer equipment with 1-4 students per teacher. Each student will develop a specialized program so that their workout is completely tailored to ones needs. It is ideal for people of all levels as well as a great form of rehabilitation. Four private sessions with a teacher is required to build a suitable program. These sessions are perfect if you are time-crunched, work in shifts, or prefer to work on your own.
Private sessions: $50
Semi-Private sessions: $25

Led Group Reformer Classes are performed on specialized Pilates reformers with 2-4 students per teacher. Students of similar levels are led through a specific progression of exercises for a full body workout performed simultaneously as the teacher leads the class.
8 week consecutive classes: $144
(missed classes can be made up during the 8 week session by appointment only)

ALL CLASSES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Please call Ramona at 604-277-0112 or email at rbianco@shaw.ca to book your session

THE BEATMERCHANT CDs DVDs & Record store has a great select of British Comedies & Drama's DVDs in stock for Christmas including Only Fools & Horses, Last Of The Summer Wine & Lovejoy to name but a few!! Happy Christmas and thanks for all your support throughout the year.

Frankie Neilson
The Beatmerchant
160 / 12240 2nd Ave @ Bayview
604 204 0044
frankie@beatmerchant.com

HAIR BY LENNY
3631 Chatham street
604.241-1755

SWARA INSPIRITATIONS

Is available for rental to teach your class or offer your healing services in the Community. As I am on the Sunshine Coast most fridays - sundays, I would love to share the space with anyone interested in offering their work here. Swara is approximately 900 square feet with carpeted floors and one washroom. It is and has been a healing haven for many for many years and is a sanctuary for creative musings. Contact Penny at 604 803 4607 or penny@swarainspiritations.ca

SIGNING START

A Signing Start offers Baby Sign Language programs in the comfort of your home! Communicate with your baby using American Sign Language (ASL). Baby Sign Language is becoming increasingly popular amongst new families

Signing Start Workshops are offered to children from birth and up. Lesley Millward- experienced instructor, will teach you and review a vocabulary geared to your baby’s developing needs. These workshops are a fun bonding experience for you and your baby PLUS teaching your baby sign language is an easy way to reduce frustration in infants and toddlers.
For more information: info@signingstart.com and my website is www.signingstart.com

Don't forget to Sign up for Winter and Spring Courses at Steveston Community Center and South Arm Community Center. For more info log onto www.signingstart.com or contact Lesley info@signingstart.com

Your one stop shop for Gourmet Gift Baskets.

Please check us out at: www.seascapegiftbaskets.com

First of all we would like to thank everybody for their support over the very busy Christmas season.

However, Valentines Day and Mother's Day are rapidly approaching. Our Gourmet Gift Baskets make the perfect gift for all occasions. We allow you to shop easily and quickly from the comfort of your own home. Send that special gift that everyone loves to receive and it have it personally delivered within the Lower Mainland. We also ship throughout BC and Canada

We design baskets for individuals or large groups, making our baskets the perfect "corporate gift". Our baskets can be customized by adding Mineral waters, Non Alcoholic wines or quality BC VQA wines, as well as choosing from our selection of options to make your gift truly unique. If you have special requirements, please e-mail us or call us. We would be pleased to assist you.

Our website is user friendly and easy to navigate. Please check us out at: www.seascapegiftbaskets.com

Douglas Hamilton
www.seascapegiftbaskets.com
Phone: (604) 576-2645

Jet-Lag Travel Fashion Boutique wishes you a Happy New Year!

What to expect for 2008? The feminine look is in for spring and summer fashions. Reflected in finishing touches such as frills, ruching, ruffles, lace, crochet, embroidery, tie belts, soft flowing lines, blouses and skirts in solids, prints and stripes. Colours that will dominate include aqua marine, celery green, pink orchid, strawberry red, fuschia, coral, khaki, sky blue and chestnut brown.

Exceptional sales of up to 60% off are ongoing on fall, winter and party wear. Discontinued colours of Ezze Wear and all Sunveil jackets and shirts are 50% off.

Get fit and get outfitted. At Jet-Lag we can do both. Pilates with Yoga Stretch specially for women in mid life, resumes Sundays, starting January 27th. 3 classes to chose from. 8:40 am and 10: 05 am are moderate to intermediate level classes, new beginners class starts at 11:30 am. Classes taught by certified instructor Debbie Piro are held in Steveston. Call 604-277-3331 to register by credit card or drop into Jet-Lag Travel Fashion Boutique at 12031 2nd Ave., Steveston Village. Open 7 days a week. www.jet-lagtravelfashion.com

Pssssst ........ Treasures Boutique will continue their post-holiday Sale until Sunday January 20th ...... terrific savings of up to 50% off regular pricing on the entire winter inventory.

Treasures Boutique In the heart of Steveston Village, offers one-of-a-kind separates and party frocks, shawls and wraps in sumptuous silks & velvets, and a terrific selection of festive jewellery & accessories.

Our next Bra Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 2nd. Please call for an appointment.

Pass on the word. See you at Treasures.

Treasures Boutique
#140 - 12240 Second Avenue
(between Moncton & Bayview at Bayview Quay)
Steveston Village
Phone: (604) 275-7119 treasuresboutique@shaw.ca
Hours: 11.30 - 5.00 pm Closed Mondays

DRAGONFLY PROPERTIES - PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE INVESTORS

Serving individuals committed to their goals
and ready to take action.
Keith C. Macdonald, B.SC. (Agr.), Lic. Acct., CA
Steveston, British Columbia, Canada
Telephone: (604) 290-7581
E-mail: DragonflyProperties@telus.net
“Never mistake motion for action.” Ernest Hemingway
An independent member of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) TM

FINN McCOOL

PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING, TAX & FINANCIAL SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS, PARTNERSHIPS, CORPORATIONS, TRUSTS & ESTATES.
Our practice areas cover a wide range of services and industries. Each includes several specialty groups tailored to address your specific needs in a cost-effective and efficient manner.

Our practice philosophy captures the demands of our clients; dependable and inspired quality at a cost-productive level. Practical advice and the integrity of an individual accountant are the characteristics that allow us to build strong relationships with you. Our dedication to exceeding expectations is the cornerstone of our success.

Our experience in Public Practice and Business Engineering has shown that it is not the “Big Firm Logo” clients want, but rather the quality synonymous with it. Good communication, practical advice and the integrity of the individual are the characteristics that build a successful business relationship.

We believe in the value of relationships. We view every client relationship like a partnership, and truly believe that our success is a result of your success.

Dragonfly Properties specializes in real estate investing through Co-ownership relationships (often referred to as Joint Ventures in Canada). Co-ownership refers to the ownership of an interest in real property in which two or more investors hold joint beneficial ownership as tenants-in-common, subject to a Co-ownership (Joint Venture) Agreement

REFLECTIONS GASTRONOMY - 140-3900 Bayview Street, 604-241-3005

Reflections Gastronomie restaurant ‘RG’, is looking for serving staff and bartenders right away. Who better to turn to then our friends and customers, who can enjoy seeing the people you recommend work at your favorite restaurant.
If your sons, daughters, cousins, and nieces and nephews are contemplating a job in the hospitality industry, you can be confident to recommend our restaurant and we will train on the job.
If these individual posses a natural character in being assertive, are polite, well mannered and can take directions well, then they have all the necessary skills to work at our restaurant.

Please have them contact Ella Dreyshner at 604-241-3005 or 218-4610 and let her know how you hear about this job.
We will offer a free entrée to the person who recommended an individual that is hired.

Kind Regards

Marat Dreyshner
Executive Chef
Fired Up Events & Catering
Reflections Gastronomie Restaurant
Reinventing Steveston Dining
604-241-3005
140-3900 Bayview Street
www.reflectionsgastronomie.com
www.firedupcatering.com
Monday - closed
Tuesday -Fri 5pm-10pm
Wednesday - Music Night
Thursday Jazz night
Saturday10am-2pm & 5pm- 10pm
afternoon tea -2pm-5pm
Sunday 10am-2pm & 5pm- 10pm
Organic Foods, European Experience,
High Tea, Coffee Bar, Wine Bar
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Gift Cards available in denominations of $5-$1000
save 5% off your food bill by using your gift card
Book your holiday private events today,
Reflections Gastronomie offers great Latin set menus, wine tasting, and salsa performances. Call to guarantee seats.

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