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Canada’s favourite rocker bares his bones

Chan Hon Goh’s next chapterholiday glamour big night dressing

dancing Queenparty food Rob Feenie’s festive favourites

holiday gift

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art dirEction & dESign

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i grew up with Bryan adams. We never shared a classroom or a conversation. But i, like other Vancouverites of my generation, listened to his countless hits at school dances, on the car radio, at the beach and at the movies. i like to think of the rocker as a hometown boy, even though he’s lived primarily in england for the past two decades, and was thrilled when he agreed to shoot his self-portrait for the cover of our Holiday issue.

Look regular contributor tom Zillich caught up with Bryan adams this fall while the star was criss-crossing the globe on tour. the tour coincides with the launch of his new live album Bare Bones, a collection of stripped down hits that spans the singer’s illustrious three-decade career. turn to page 25 for our cover story The Life of Bryan to share in their email conversation.

For me, The Nutcracker is as much a holiday tradition as trimming the tree. the goh Ballet academy’s production at the centre for Performing arts in Vancouver will feature dozens of students from dance schools throughout the lower Mainland. Helping to make these young dancers’ holiday dreams come true is chan Hon goh, the academy’s new director who retired last year from the National Ballet of canada to devote herself more fully to the most important role of her life: motherhood. read her inspiring story on page 6.

this festive season, may all your holiday wishes come true.

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Canada’s favouriterocker bares his bones

Chan Hon Goh’s next chapterholiday glamour big night dressing

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he innate perfectionism of the prima ballerina is difficult to apply to the chaos of ordinary life, especially when it comes to children. So it’s not surprising that chan Hon goh finds it a challenge to refrain from tweaking the dance performances of her 4½-year-old son, aveary.

luckily, she’s used to exercising extraordinary self-discipline. “i try to stand back and just enjoy,” goh says, chuckling. She does admit that last summer she told aveary to “smile more” in his role as a lamb in Little Bo Peep.

goh’s self-control, drive, and a gift for dance passed down by her parents, landed her some of the most coveted roles in the repertoire of both the National Ballet of canada and Washington, d.c.,’s Suzanne Farrell Ballet. Before she retired from the stage in May 2009, after 20 years with the toronto-based company, reviewers praised “canada’s ballet superstar” in the grandest of terms.

“to watch her dance is to understand something of the essence of flight,” said Dance International Magazine. “to experience her purity of musical expression (is) to know something about the way poetry makes movement into metaphor.”

“in short, goh is everything that makes the ballet beautiful,” said Nuvo magazine.

Fortunately, at his tender age, aveary can’t be intimidated by such raves. goh and her husband chun che — a former principal dancer with the National Ballet of china — don’t just have big shoes for him to fill. the West Vancouver couple actually owns a ballet shoe-making business, called Principal Shoes by chan

Hon goh. in addition, goh is director and che is vice-principal of the 30-year-old goh Ballet academy.

Nevertheless, goh, 41, doesn’t concern herself with aveary’s career trajectory, and whether it will include jetés. “First and foremost, as a parent, you just want your kids to be happy, and loving what they do,” she says. “Having been privileged to love dance most of my life, if that is going to give him the same kind of satisfaction and love, then, as a parent, i would, of course, support that.”

as a matter of fact, her own parents didn’t particularly encourage her to get into dance as a profession — but look how she showed them. She soared to the top of the heap internationally and now runs the school founded in 1978 by choo chiat goh and lin yee goh, former dancers with the central Ballet of china. choo chiat and lin yee remain on staff at the academy as artistic director and principal, respectively.

their only child first got the bug when she saw her parents dance in china. She remembers being impressed by “how the performers moved, and the beauty of the dance onstage.”

as a newcomer to canada at the age of eight, goh couldn’t speak a word of english. She feels that at the time, part of the power of dance for her lay in the fact that “in the dance studio, we were all equal, we were all doing the same vocabulary and learning it. the sense of achieving there, in the studio, really (lured) me.”

of course, turning that initial interest into your life’s work isn’t for everybody. as goh tells the more ambitious parents

of students at the academy, “dance is a profession that has to come from that individual.”

Kids who want to turn this demanding pastime into their bread-and-butter have to be passionate. in addition to natural aptitude, they must “overcome the obstacles, the sore muscles, the challenges, the criticisms, the rejections. your love for it has to be so strong in order to survive in the business.”

Nurturing a child’s appreciation of dance is a responsibility goh takes seriously. She sees a great deal of talent at the goh Ballet academy — it has 450 students enrolled this year — and wants the kids’ time to be well spent.

“really, you know, i’m helping them in building their future in pursuit of their passions,” she explains. “i love to see them grow, whether they’re 10 and they have that sparkle in their eyes and that little bit of awe when they experience, or are taught, a new step for the first time, (or are) a bit more advanced and they’re 16 or 17 and preparing for an international competition.”

Whether the student’s objective is to excel or simply have fun, goh believes that dance is a life-changing pursuit. due to demand, the academy recently tripled the number of classes it offers for adults who feel called to the barre. goh sees ballet as a useful tool for males and females of any age, enhancing their cultural and musical appreciation, co-ordination, physical alignment, sense of discipline, and ability to function as part of a team.

She describes a dancer’s way of thinking as “more diligent and persistent

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and responsible.“and the work ethic — there’s a lot

of self-motivation in a dance class. you have to push yourself and it’s reciprocated energy from the teacher that you can carry to every walk of life. (Ballet is) a wonderful way to come into a different world and for an hour and a half you are training and toning your muscles and dancing to music and doing something wonderful for your body.”

Maybe the increased interest in ballet classes is partly due to the popularity of television contest shows like So You Think You Can Dance and Battle of the Blades,which pairs up figure skaters and hockey players. goh, who has the typical working mother’s guilt when she’s not home early enough to play with aveary, doesn’t watch a lot of tV. She has seen a few of these shows, however, and appreciates the freshly widespread enthusiasm for dance.

“to have that kind of media attention and outreach to the general public is wonderful for our art form and to further create an audience base for the live performances.”

Whatever the reason, awareness of dance appears to be strong. When the goh Ballet held open auditions for this year’s production of The Nutcracker last May, between 200 and 300 people, from age six to senior citizens, turned out for it. the production’s cast of 218 also includes principals from the National Ballet of canada and Pacific Northwest Ballet.

last year the goh Ballet’s full-length Nutcracker had its world première and goh, not yet the academy’s director, >

Chan hon goh shares her love of dance with son Aveary. Right In a career spanning 20 years the prima ballerina danced all her favourite roles including Swan Lake’s odette/odile with the National Ballet of Canada.

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>was its artistic co-ordinator. in addition to corralling the dancers, she hired the orchestra and children’s choir, the lighting designer, and the technical people, and co-ordinated their schedules.

as a ballerina, she confesses, all those aspects of a performance were always handled for her. “Knowing this part of it now, i have so much more appreciation and respect for all of the people who work behind the scenes to make the show happen.”

goh’s first role with the National Ballet was as The Nutcracker’s Sugar Plum Fairy. She says frankly that she herself has danced enough Nutcrackers for one lifetime. Still, she sees The Nutcracker as a ballet that everybody ought to see at least once. this year, young aveary will attend the goh Ballet’s production of it for the second time; he’s also seen the National Ballet’s version.

“the music and the storyline — it’s the ballet of the season,” goh says simply. “december wouldn’t feel the same without Nutcracker.”l

Chan hon goh, who retired from the stage when son Aveary was three, has made the transition to teaching and is enjoying her new role as director

of her family’s goh Ballet Academy.

These Burnaby and New Westminster dancers will share in the magic of The

Nutcracker from the stage. They are among the many ballet students from dance academies across the Lower

Mainland who will take part in the holiday classic, dec. 16-19 at The Centre in

Vancouver for Performing Arts.

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Emma Earle H.Z Ballet ClassiqueAlexandra Thomas Boswell Dance Academy

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for the party ...When you are invited over for dinner, a bottle of wine for the hosts is

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2008 ring.bolt, Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River Australia $20Generous ripe flavours of red plum and cassis with a hint of sweet tobacco and green bell pepper. Firm tannins balance it out. Drinking well now, especially with beef stew but has what it takes to age a few years.

at the table ...The turkey feast is tricky to pair with wine. it isn’t the bird that

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2009 Susana Balbo, Crios Torrontes Argentina $18Beautiful floral aromas and flavours. It simply explodes with vibrant lime zest, orange blossom and a dollop of peach. A crowd pleaser.

2008 Selbach-Oster, Zeltinger Schlossberg Riesling Spätlese, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer Germany $39Amazing precision and fantastic balance of sweetness and acidity. Delicate white flowers, slate and lime flavours will win over everyone at the table.

the friendliest reds for turkey dinner are lighter bodied with soft tannin, bright fruit and good acidity. We would happily sip on Pinot Noir, gamay, grenache or Barbera. look out for wines from the regions of rioja, chianti, Valpolicella, Beaujolais and the Southern rhône.

2008 Gabbiano, Chianti DOCG Italy $15 Bright cherry and red plum flavours delight the palate while refreshing acidity and a pleasant bitterness will stimulate your appetite.

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Half bottles are the perfect size to tuck into a christmas stocking. Whether you choose a frivolous, drink-now tipple or a mini version of the recipient’s favourite sip, the gesture is sure to be appreciated.

Innocent Bystander, Moscato, Yarra Valley Australia $14Fizzy and sweet in the best possible ways. Think candied apple and pink grapefruit sorbet. And, at less than 6% alcohol, it is the ideal breakfast wine. What could be better on Christmas morning?

For the serious wine-lovers on your list, treat them to something they wouldn’t buy for themselves. if you know someone who drinks Sauvignon Blanc, spoil them with a bottle of Sancerre or Pouilly-Fumé. these two loire Valley appellations provide the reference for Sauvignon Blanc. Similarly, white and red Burgundy are the ultimate expressions of chardonnay and Pinot Noir respectively. (We’d be happy with either, thank you!) other classic upgrades include côtes-du-rhône to châteauneuf-du-Pape and chianti to Brunello.

2008 Vacheron, Sancerre AOC France $40Intense and minerally with ripe citrus fruit and mouth-watering acidity. Suggest oysters as a pairing and cross your fingers that you will be invited to share both.

2007 Le Vieux Donjon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC France $60Consistently a top performer and a smart buy in great vintages like 2007. This full-bodied, powerful red needs some time. Whomever you give it to will be toasting you 10 years from now.

toasting the new year ...The only New year’s resolution we’ve ever been able to keep is to drink

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Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs

Blue Cheese Terrine

10 each medium figs (approx 1 lb)50 g walnuts, coarsely chopped120 g goat cheese100 mL honey5 g lemon zest5 g flat-leaf parsley, chopped

100 g cream cheese60 g sour cream250 g soft blue cheese (recommend Gorgonzola)1 g ground cardamom1 g chili flakesSalt and pepper to taste100 g pecans, toasted and chopped100 g granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced1 baguette, sliced

Score the tops of the figs in quarters, but do not cut all the way through to the bottom. Mix the goat cheese and walnuts together. Stuff figs with a dollop of cheese and place in an oven-proof dish. drizzle with honey and bake in a 350˚c oven for approximately 10 minutes, or until figs are warm and cheese has slightly softened. remove from oven and arrange on a serving platter. Sprinkle with lemon zest and parsley.

lay saran wrap in the inside of a terrine dish or a small loaf pan. Mix cream cheese and sour cream together well in a bowl. lay half of the mixture in the bottom of the terrine dish. evenly sprinkle half the blue cheese on top and half of the seasonings (cardamom, salt, pepper and chili flakes). Sprinkle in half the pecans and apples. repeat layers. Wrap tightly with saran wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours. unmould terrine and slice with a knife dipped in hot water. Serve with lightly toasted baguette slices.

“My kids love these!”

“A great sharing plate for a holiday gathering.”

Feenie’s FavouriTesWhen entertaining at home during the holiday season, Cactus Club Cafe’s Rob Feenie likes to keep it simple. Relaxed and informal is the way to go, says the chef who created these party-perfect recipes to share with Look readers.

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Citrus Cured Salmon with Warm Potato Salad and Horseradish Grainy Mustard Vinaigrette

Cheese Fondue½ cup white wine1 cup fontina cheese, shredded1 cup gruyère cheese, shredded2 Tbsp cornstarch2 Tbsp waterApples, slicedPears, sliced1 loaf sourdough bread, cubed

Heat white wine in a sauce pot over medium heat. add both cheeses and mix well. dissolve cornstarch and water together. When cheeses begin to bubble, add in cornstarch/water mixture. Mix together until ingredients meld together. Pour into a fondue pot or a heated ceramic bowl. Serve with slices of pears, apples and cubed sourdough bread.

CaNadIaN ClUB is cool again thanks to the hard-drinking casts of hBo’s prohibition-era Boardwalk Empire and aMc’s Mad Men. Boardwalk’s nucky thompson may take his rye neat, but modern mixologists like chris funnel, manager of west vancouver’s 16th Street liquor Store, favour cocktails like the cc classic Manhattan. Be sure to stock your bar cart with plenty of vintage glassware.

Millionaire’s Manhattan 1½ oz Canadian Club Classic - 12 Year ½ oz harvey’s Bristol Cream Sherry 2 dashes Angostura Bitters

Fill a martini glass with ice and water to chill the unit. Half fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes and add the ingredients. With a smile, shake the mixture hard. Remove ice and water from the martini glass. Transfer liquid from shaker to chilled glass and serve.

when to drinK it?the Millionaire’s Manhattan is best enjoyed prior to a full-course meal —preferably in a place where you’ll be seen.

Dijon Dill Mayonnaise

125 mL mayonnaise10 mL chopped dill10 mL dijon mustardMix until well combined.

Preheat oven to 300˚c. line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay salmon slices on top, leaving one inch space in between slices. Heat salmon in the oven until just warm, approximately 3-4 minutes. Salmon should be blue rare. dress potatoes with horseradish grainy mustard vinaigrette and place in the centre of a plate. Place salmon on top and drizzle with dijon dill mayo. lightly toss micro cilantro with freshly squeezed lemon juice and place on top to garnish dish. lightly sprinkle dish with Maldon sea salt. l

3 lemons, zested 3 limes, zested 3 oranges, zested300 mL coarse salt225 mL sugar1 filet of salmon

Mix the citrus zest, salt and sugar thoroughly together in a mixing bowl. lay the salmon with the flesh side up on a baking sheet. coat the flesh with the citrus cure, packing it until about 1/8 to ¼ inch thick. cover with saran wrap and leave in the refrigerator for 12 hours only. after 12 hours (no longer), rinse the cure off, pat salmon dry and store covered in refrigerator. using a sharp knife, slice the salmon into one-inch thick slices on an angle and set aside.

Salmon Cure

¾ Tbsp grainy mustard1 Tbsp dijon mustard50 mL red wine vinegar50 mL horseradish½ Tbsp lemon juice5 mL honey250 mL sunflower or canola oil2 mL saltBlack pepper to taste

combine all ingredients together, except for the oil, and salt and pepper. Mix together with a hand blender. Slowly add oil and continue to mix until fully incorporated and emulsified. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Horseradish Grainy Mustard vinaigrette

5 lb baby white nugget potatoesPinch of saffron

Make a “saffron tea” by pouring 1 cup of hot boiling water over saffron. Set aside and allow saffron to steep. Wash potatoes well and cut into 3/8 inch thick rounds. Place in a pot with enough chicken stock or water to cover potatoes. add saffron tea. Bring to a boil and reduce heat and simmer until tender. check doneness; there should be a little resistance when pierced with a paring knife. Strain and cool on a baking sheet. drizzle with olive oil.

potato Salad

12 slices citrus cured salmon – sliced 3/8 inch thick320 g baby white nugget potatoes – cut into 3/8 inch rounds and cooked 50 mL horseradish grainy mustard vinaigrette60 mL dijon dill mayonnaise20 g micro cilantro10 mL freshly squeezed lemon juice2 mL Maldon sea salt

plating – 4 servings

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tougher drinking and driving laws in British columbia have left some restaurant goers feeling a little parched.

British columbia’s new rules took effect Sept. 20. the changes added significant new penalties, allowing police to immediately fine and suspend drivers caught with a blood-alcohol level as low as 0.05. rather than risk getting hit with a penalty, some customers are foregoing even having a single drink with dinner.

Sam Zavari, beverage operations manager for cactus restaurants, says liquor sales at the busy restaurant chain are down by 10 to 20 per cent since the laws came into effect.

But the ever-innovative cactus club has devised a new low-alcohol menu that allows patrons to enjoy a nip without running the risk of blowing over the limit.

“there’s a lot of confusion with the new laws,” Zavari says. “No one

understood what it meant, so part of having this menu was to provide options with respect to the new driving laws.”

the low-alcohol “cocktails” include a refreshing half-shot brazilian – white rum mixed with muddled fresh kiwi, lime and cane sugar topped with soda. there is also a half-shot caesar – all the zing and spicy kick of the clamato cocktail, but with a little less booze.

another delicious option is the half-shot cohiba, a mojito-inspired cocktail with fresh blackberries, spearmint, lemon and vodka. there are also low-alcohol beer and wine options on the new menu.

For those who want to steer completely clear of alcohol, the virgin cocktails on the new menu are a refreshing ginger fizz with blackberries, mint, ginger, lemonade and soda and alcohol-free versions of the caesar and brazilian.

“there’s a lot of confusion and a lot of guests who shy away from anything. all we are saying is here are some great options,” Zavari says. “We really see this menu as a huge step forward for us.” l

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looK Tell me about your new album, which I understand is due out on Nov. 16. Does it follow the more acoustic path you’ve been on during recent concert dates?adaMS “yes, it’s completely acoustic — in other words, just an acoustic guitar, piano, my voice and a bit of harmonica. the audience plays a big part in the recording too, they’re all over it.”looK Have you chosen a first single and, if so, what is it and how do you describe the song, musically and lyrically?adaMS “at this moment in time, there is no single, it’s just an album. See, the whole thing about this album was it was born from people asking for a copy of the show after they left the concert hall. My record company in the u.K. heard it and wanted to release it worldwide. these songs have never sounded so raw.”looK Re: playing acoustic shows/tours. What thrills do you get from doing those as opposed to full-on band gigs?adaMS “i love them both equally, but the intimacy of the acoustic shows is kind of unbeatable. i’ve never been so stripped down, if it was any more stripped down i’d be naked.”looK I found it poetic that at the PNE, you were on stage at Empire Field facing the mountains of the North Shore, your old stomping grounds. Did that cross your mind? Was it a special gig for you, in that “homecoming” kind of way? (By the way, the show truly rocked).adaMS “thanks, i loved that show. yes, seeing the mountains and coming back is always sweet. i spent as many years in Kits as i did in North Van, so both have sentimental value. i wrote my first songs sitting in a basement in Kitsilano.”looK I believe you live most of the time in London now — true? How often do you get back to Vancouver and where do you reside when here? Do you have family in the area still?adaMS “london has been my home for 20 years. i get back to Vancouver all the

hen Look caught up with adams for a Q&a via email, the rocker was eager to dish about some things (his new

album, of course, and his award-winning photography) but not others (his veganism and his devotion to his beloved chelsea soccer club back in london). He was also about to have his name etched on the Walk of Fame in Hollywood — a fitting tribute to a man whose music has appeared on more than 40 movie soundtracks.iNterVieW by toM ZillicH

time, mostly because i have this amazing studio in gastown called the Warehouse Studio. it was a dream in the ’80s to build a facility to record in, and in the process i saved a building from being demolished. it’s such a pretty building, too. My mum and dad live in West Van and Nanaimo.”looK Is Christmas a big deal in your life? How do you typically spend the holidays — any traditions followed yearly?adaMS “it’s family time, and we aren’t religious at all. We love to get together and find out what the heck has been going on, but we don’t celebrate christmas in the traditional prayer sense, we celebrate love.”looK You turned 50 last year. What did you do for your birthday — huge party somewhere or was it a relatively quiet event?adaMS “i went to italy with some friends and ate too much.”looK Have you made any lifestyle

changes to keep yourself so fit and youthful looking?adaMS “i try to fast once in awhile, and i started running again after i went to a physiotherapist who told me what shoes to buy.”looK Ever been mistaken for Larry Mullen Jr. of U2? (Because, sir, you two look more alike as time marches on!)adaMS “Poor him! i mostly get mistaken for the fella from Trailer Park Boys with the glasses, but i also get robert redford, but not for awhile.”looK You take some amazing photos. When did you get into photography, and why?adaMS “thanks. i started early, i suppose. Someone asked me recently about the Beach Boys opening for me at the PNe, and that jogged my memory. i found some photos i’d taken of them live at the coliseum back in the early ’70s. i can’t believe i actually did that because i

didn’t have two pennies to rub together so how i afforded it was thanks to a small camera which came from my uncle, who worked for ilford, and he must have given it to my mum and i’d pinched it for the night.”looK What are some of your favourite photo shoots/subjects over the years (and perhaps looking forward)?adaMS “oh, i don’t know, everyone is a good subject. the worst subject is doing self-portraits; i promise you, he’s a nightmare.”looK I’m told that all money made with your photographic work is donated to your foundation. True?adaMS “yes, it is true. i always put whatever has come in back into something worthy. i’ve asked some companies i’ve worked with to back certain campaigns we’ve worked on, and tied it into the deal.”looK Did you start your foundation as a result of your involvement in Live Aid and Conspiracy of Hope tour in the mid-1980s? In other words, did those kinds of landmark events trigger social activism in you, or was it in you all along?adaMS “i decided to start a foundation after the tsunami happened. i had friends in that damn wave, and one of them died. He was the guy that did some work on my house in Vancouver. anyway, i wanted to do something and i contacted the embassies of all the countries in the region and found one or two things that i could help with directly, thus the foundation was born. i raised money from a guitar signed by as many of my colleagues as possible and auctioned it off in Qatar. it now holds the record [$2.8 million] for the most expensive guitar in the world, according to guinness book of records.” looK OK, back to the music. What was it like jamming with Stephen Harper last May? Was he pretty good? adaMS “yes, he’s actually an oK pianist. i went to see the PM and we discussed the copyright situation in canada, which is so behind the times it doesn’t bear thinking about. i want canada to be a leader in the area of the abuses of downloaded and pilfered music on the internet, so that there is a future for young musicians. at the rate it’s going, there won’t be any reason for young people to make music, because they will never make a living from it. itunes is just a platform to sell iPods, and all the record companies have to tow the line instead of going after the iSPs (internet service providers) who are allowing the robbery to persist.”looK Was it more fun than the time you dueted with Pamela Anderson (c’mon, now)? >

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The Nutcracker is as much a staple of the holiday season as mistletoe, presents, lights and trees.

the royal city youth Ballet has been helping fulfill that tradition for two decades. each year, its touring show packs Metro Vancouver houses and displays the talent of 100-plus dancers under the direction of dolores Kirkwood.

Kirkwood founded the New Westminster-based dance company, along with donna Fishwick, more than 20 years ago. Kirkwood herself is a local legend. last year the longtime ballet teacher was awarded the order of British columbia.

Kirkwood has influenced thousands of people as one of Western canada’s foremost experts on ballet and musical theatre.

Kirkwood, who began teaching dance at the age of 14, has been an actor, singer and dancer and has performed professionally for many years.

“i had a very wonderful musical theatre career in the 1950s, ’60s,” she says.

as a girl, Kirkwood was a ballet student at Josephine Slater’s large home-based ballet studio in New Westminster and eventually worked as Slater’s assistant.

“i’ve been dancing all my life,” Kirkwood says. “My favourite role of all was dolly levi in Hello Dolly!. that is kind of my signature role.”

While she’s enjoyed performing, teaching has been her passion. Kirkwood founded Kirkwood academy of Performing arts around 1950 – the same year she married. She had two children, though tragically, her son died in a car accident when he was 22.

“He’s still in my heart, very much,” she says.

The Nutcracker is one of three shows the royal city youth Ballet puts on annually. the popular seasonal ballet is a huge hit with local audiences – especially little girls. Kirkwood says one of the best parts of the shows is watching the young ones enjoy the performances.

“it is such fun for us because the little girls, particularly, get all dressed up. they are down in the isle spinning,” she says.

For the dancers, the experience of performing on such a grand scale in invaluable.

“it’s an absolutely professional experience for them,” she says. Kirkwood also praised the youth ballet’s co-founder, piano teacher donna Fishwick.

“donna is an amazing lady,” Kirkwood says. “She has turned out more professional pianists. She is an amazing teacher and still has time to work with royal city youth Ballet (as a volunteer).”

in 2009, after 60 years of teaching, Kirkwood hung up her hat.

“it was long, and i loved it,” Kirkwood says, summing up her teaching career.

along with her recent order of British columbia, Kirkwood has been honoured as New Westminster’s citizen of the year, won the Sam Payne award for nourishing young talent and was admitted to B.c.’s entertainment Hall of Fame. She is also one of the co-founders of the royal city Musical theatre company. Quite a lengthy career and great accomplishments from a local dance legend. to see the next generation of dance talent perform The Nutcracker, visit the youth ballet’s website at www.royalcityyouthballet.org. l

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Leah Yallop~Massage TherapyAs a teen, Leah Yallop found her calling.After a skiing accident Leah underwent massage therapy, and it was then

that she knew what she wanted to do as a career.“I liked the idea of helping people heal, and massage therapy interested

me,” says Leah.After a few years of traveling, Leah went to the West Coast College of

Massage Therapy. In 2008, she graduated from an intensive three-year program.

For two years, Leah honed her skills at a couple of clinics. Then, the lifelong New Westminster resident decided to branch out on her own.

While in school, she learned New Westminster didn’t allow for RMT’s to practice in their homes so Leah advocated for change. Because of Leah’s efforts, the city bylaw now allows for RMT’s to work out of their homes.

Leah built a state-of-the-art clinic in a separate area of her home. “It’s completely self-contained and like a spa, it is warm, relaxing and inviting,” she says.

Leah says having a clinic in her home allows for more flexibility for her and her clients. “I can accommodate my clients just about anytime, so if they need me at night or on the weekend, I will do my utmost to see them at their convenience,” says Leah. “I am all about personalized service.”

Leah takes the time to explain her mode of treatment to each client prior to beginning each session and customizes treatments to promote healing and wellness. “It’s not enough to just treat the injury, my goal is to provide clients with pain management and relaxation strategies they can do at home as well,” says Leah.

Whether it’s a sports injury, pregnancy discomfort or general aches and pains, Leah offers both deep tissue and relaxation massage.

Her methods are working. Leah takes pride in the many referrals she receives, and credits the personalized service and versatility of treatments she offers for her thriving business. “I have a passion for what I do and I empathize with my patients,” says Leah. “It’s rewarding to see someone, who for example, suffers from daily headaches tell me later that they are pain free.”

Meanwhile, Leah stays up to date with any new treatments. Later this year, Leah will offer hot stone massage and paraffin wax and exfoliation treatments.

The clinic is located at 114 Glover Ave. For more information or to book your appointment, 604-374-0352 or visit

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De Dutch Pannekoek House has been a landmark in the Lower Mainland for more than three decades. It offers high quality breakfast, brunch and lunch and is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. In honour of this special anniversary the franchise has added three new locations. New Westminster was fortunate to be one of the locations.

It is a great addition to the Downtown New Westminster and adds to the revitalization of the community. Located in the beautiful newly renovated Columbia Square, it offers a delicious and unique dining experience in a bright and friendly surrounding.

The Jang family have enjoyed visiting De Dutch for the last 25 years and wanted to be a part of bringing this quality franchise to the local community. The three generations of the Jang family has been involved in many organizations in the community since 1974. Ron and Marie have also been in the New Westminster business community since 1984 with Tanex Industries, their moulding and millwork manufacturing plant also located near the Downtown area. The family has been a big part of the heritage revitalization in New Westminster with saving the Galbraith House and many other heritage projects.

The dynamic mother and daughter say the key to succeeding in any business is to provide excellent service, great food and “ensure each customer feel welcomed and respected.”

“Our customers also tell us they love the bright, cozy and cheerful atmosphere our restaurant offers,” says Marie. Both say team effort also plays a huge role in their achievement. “We have caring, knowledgeable and friendly servers,” says Tandrea.

De Dutch is one more positive addition to a growing Downtown community. Giving back to the community is very important to the Jang family. They are involved in a

number of fundraising efforts and can be seen at local events. Marie also assists in many sports and arts fundraisers, as well donations to the Canadian Breast Cancer Society, the Westminster House and Monarch Place.

The restaurant, which seats 80 guests, is located in the Columbia Square Plaza, #102-1035 Columbia St. For more information, call 604-521-2288 or visit www.dedutch.com

Tandrea & Marie JangDe Dutch: Simply De licious!

Betty McIntosh is an elected City Councillor serving her fourth term in office. She was first elected in 1996. Betty continues to be a very proactive Councillor. She is diligent in her commitment as a questioning and listening city official. Betty knows it is an honour and privilege to serve the community of New Westminster in this elected capacity.

Betty is the proud recipient of the Readers Choice Politician of the year 2008.

Betty recently retired from Royal Columbian Hospital where she worked as a nurse specializing in Emergency Room care. She will continue to serve the medical community as a contract nurse giving immunizations.

Betty has a long history of community involvement and volunteering. She continues to be a Director of Fraserside Community Services Society who have recently purchased affordable housing for people meeting challenges in New Westminster. Betty is a member of Dunwood Place Auxiliary, Century House Association, Senior Services Society, Sapperton O,A.P., and Burnaby Royal Trefoil Guild for Girl Guiding. Also a volunteer at Irving House Museum.

As a Councillor, Betty is the Chair of Family Court Committee and Special Services and Access Committee. An appointed member of the Community Heritage Commission and subcommittee for Family Day. A longtime member of the Hyack Festival Association and now the City Council appointed Representative. Both of her daughters have served as Hyack Ambassadors.

Betty has called New Westminster home for more than 40 years. Her three children, Scott, Tami, and Lisa all graduated from N.W.S.S. and continue to make their home in the City. Betty is married to Ken, a retired New Westminster Police Officer who served the community for more than 26 years.

To learn more about Betty visit her website at www.bettymcintosh.ca. You may also contact her directly at 778.773.0546.

Betty McIntoshCITY COUNCILLOR


Rose NadonDutch Dog Bed & Breakfast

The Dutch Dog is celebrating its 9th year in business, serving its com-munity and hosting Canadian and international visitors to New West-minster.In her current role as Past-President of the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce, Rose Nadon stresses visibility, involvement and continuity in the local business community, these strengths being a hallmark of ongoing local support. Currently completing a Master of Arts in Tourism Management, Rose suggests upgrading business skills through educa-tion so as to meet the challenges of the upcoming decade. Readers Choice Awards winner for Best B&B 8 years in a row, as well as winner of the Chamber of Commerce Celebration of Business Excellence Award in 2004, she has proven that a personal passion for her business brings entrepreneurial success. Networking with other local businesses, contributing to local fundraisers, festivals and events, and continuous marketing in her local community, The Dutch Dog garners neighborhood recognition with a reputation for integrity and consistency.After 25 years in the airline corporate world, and now a graduate Chef of the Dubrulle Culinary Art and Hotel Institute, she infuses her own creativity, marketing and management skills into her unique hospitality concept. Residing in a lovingly restored 1942 heritage home, The Dutch Dog enjoys modern facilities retaining particular period features, original artwork, antiques and a colorful décor to rival the artists’ palette. A well-traveled and personable host, Rose’s positive energy has contrib-uted to her success from the beginning. She advises new entrepreneurs, “Do your market research, budget wisely, and stay focused!” Rose was profiled in the May, 2009, edition of the publication “Business in Van-couver”, a weekly source of regional business information and news.Your next special occasion or charming retreat will have you, family and friends returning time and again to the gracious hospitality of The Dutch Dog.

315 8th Street, New Westminster604-777-2222 www.thedutchdog.com

Doreen Hill Acupuncture

Needle shy? Don't be! Doreen Hill offers acupuncture without needles.The Chinese have long understood the healing power of acupuncture. If you are afraid of needles, Doreen uses micro-current stimulation that is very effective in stimulating body points. Let her show you what this ancient, well respected alternative therapy can do to maximize your health and relieve pain.Doreen is a Registered Acupuncturist who comes with years of education and experience.Doreen has been practicing acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in New Westminster, for the past 6 years. She has helped people with chronic and acute health issues such as back and shoulder pains, carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatica, arthritis, multiple sclerosis and migraines. Other conditions she has treated are digestive problems, weight loss and a host of emotional disorders such as depression, anxiety and stress management.Complementing her acupuncture practice, she also specializes in non-needle cosmetic acupuncture. This treatment is an alternative to costly cosmetic facelifts that are invasive and require healing time. This treatment treats both the body imbalances as well as the underlying muscles of the face. Doreen says patients will look younger (up to 5 - 10 years younger), have more energy, feel relaxed and have a sense of wellbeing. She also carries professional collagen products that enhance cosmetic treatment results.Doreen offers personalized treatments and will take the time to discuss what acupuncture can do for you. Acupuncture and massage can treat more than just pain symptoms and is covered by extended health care plans. For the month of November, mention this ad and you get your second treatment free.

Call Doreen for a free consultation at 778.231.2565 or check out her website at doreenhill.com

Office located at Suite 403-555 6th Street in the Westminster Centre Building

It is hard to believe that it has been over twenty years since I began selling real estate in the New Westminster area.

I have had the opportunity to meet so many people that I may have otherwise never gotten to know. It has opened many doors for me; from help-ing out in the community with “Meals on Wheels”, to canvassing for the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Cancer Society, to becoming involved with the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary, and becoming a director for the Burnaby/New West/ Tri-Cities real estate division.

Jacki Thoreson, my multi-talented assistant con-tinues to make my life and that of our clients, just a little bit easier. I receive compliments on a daily basis about her awesome abilities. I hope she will be with me for a very long time and continue with her own real estate goals.

On a final note, I am pleased to inform you that my son Wesley Goss is now a realtor. I am really looking forward to working with him.

For any of your real estate questions, please feel free to call me at 604-526-2888.

Re/max Advantage102 321 Sixth Street, New Westminster

[email protected] www.pattigoss.com

Patti GossRE/MAX Advantage Realty

Heather PietersmaUrban Phoenix Spa

Five years ago, savvy entrepreneur Heather Pietersma founded Urban Phoenix Spa - a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation.Trained in the ancient art of Buddhist massage, Heather created an inviting, pampering and holistic environment where the city’s residents can indulge all of their senses. Her time honoured massages bring balance and harmony to the body, mind and spirit. Wrapped in a cocoon of warmth, Heather and her staff offer massages with a host of benefits, such as deep relaxation, improved flexibility, release of tension and tight muscles, to name just a few.Her philosophy is to provide clients with the tools to achieve balance in their lives. “We focus on quieting the mind … people are so overloaded with stuff that when clients come here they feel a real profound sense of calm and clarity,” says Heather, who studied with monk Shi Yao Hai, her mentor on Vancouver Island.However, Urban Phoenix offers much more.Heather offers Thai & Shiatsu massage, an Infrared sauna, and has a professionally-trained esthetician onsite who has been working in the business for 18 years. She specializes in skin care as well as offering all other esthetic services. The facials offer a healthy and radiant renewal for your complexion.Heather’s mission is to create a personalized and relaxed environment in which all of your needs are met, and your expectations exceeded. Urban Phoenix Spa is located on the top floor of the historic Galbraith Manor, at 131 8th St. and is open seven days a week. For more information or to book an appointment, call 604-523-0016 or visit www.urbanphoenixspa.com.

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Newest Canuck Jeff Tambellini attended Axis hair Salon stylist Nicole Eastman’s Naughty But Nice cut-a-thon and lingerie luau benefiting the BC Cancer foundation.

BC Sports hall of fame CEo Sue Griffin welcomed hockey great Joe Sakic, the newest inductee, at the Banquet of Champions Gala. Burnaby Joe along with North Van’s Sean Millington of the BC Lions and seven others were cited.

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hoop star Steve Nash of the Phoenix Suns attended a $1000-a-plate-dinner at La Terrazza hosted by David and Manjy Sido to benefit his foundation for underserved kids.

Vancouver International Writers festival gM Camilla Tibbs fêted authors Anosh Irani, kevin Sylvester and paolo Giordano at Literati. Proceeds went to Spreading the Word, reading and writing programs for kids k-12.

At Home with Chor Leoni gala chairwoman Jennifer Gaze welcomed special guest, opera sensation mezzo-soprano Judith forst, who sang with the 45-member men’s choir.

Crooner Michael Bublé activated his super powers, donating proceeds from his Aug. 20 concert to B.C. Children’s Hospital Foundation’s Superheroes campaign.

Leading man Zak Santiago (Amazon Falls) and leading lady Rebecca Marshall (Saw 3D) paraded the Brightlight Pictures VIFF Red Carpet Party at CinCin.

global TV’s kristie Gordon MC’ed and karen Chaisson fronted the once upon a Time-themed Ronald McDonald House B.C. Gala, raising $185,000 for “the house that love built.”

North Van, delta, Vancouver and richmond firefighters Jag, kerry, Mike and Mitch’s culinary talents in the kitchen garnered $7,500 at auction at Shirley Young’s Dr .Peter Centre Passions Gala in support of the hIV/AIdS 24-hour care facility.

Artists Ross penhall and Gabryel Harrison donated paintings to Arts Umbrella Splash in support of opportunities for kids to experience the positive impact of the performing arts.

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