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Options for Volunteers

THE FOLLOWING is a selection of volunteer opportunities from various community organizations, made available through Volunteer North Shore, a service of North Shore Community Resources Society.

Climb Everest from the comfort of your own backyard in Steptember

CLIMB the seven summits from around the world for a good cause, all without leaving the comfort of your own backyard. Steptember is a four-week team challenge, starting Sept.

What's going on for seniors

NOTICES Concerts in the Square - Strawberry Tea: Tea, strawberry shortcake and refreshments will be served during a free concert geared towards seniors Sunday, Aug. 25 from noon to 4 p.m. at Shipbuilders' Square, 15 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver.

Bring dog cycling for extra exercise

I knew there would be a time when my little cattle dogborder collie cross's energy would begin to surpass my ability to find a reasonable and convenient outlet.

Enrich travel, save money

When you take a tour, dare to strike out on your own - not only to save up to hundreds of dollars but also to have a richer experience.
Fall signals a busy time for fans of wine tasting

Fall signals a busy time for fans of wine tasting

With fall at the door, the busiest time on the wine tasting calendar is right around the corner, with a steady stream of winemakers coming to Vancouver. And there is no shortage of major events elsewhere.
A place to grow

A place to grow

HELPING troubled youth get off the street and into a new life has propelled one successful program into an expansion back east.

Still time to nominate an excellent business

THE nomination period has been extended for the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce's 16th annual Business Excellence Awards. Residents now have until Friday, Aug. 30 to put forward the name of an exemplary person or business in the community.
BMW celebrates X-ness

BMW celebrates X-ness

David Chao Contributing writer BMW’s X3 proves that the German manufacturer continues to set the bar for appealing and performance oriented sports utility vehicles with the right touch of luxury.
Designer gift co-op debuts in Lower Lonsdale

Designer gift co-op debuts in Lower Lonsdale

When people used to ask Janelle Bakker if she planned to open a bricks-and-mortar location of her online baby products store, her answer was always a resounding “No way.