Silverlynn Seniors Complex Fire – Donate today*

May 19, 2025May 19, 2025LVCA

You can make a difference.

More than 40 seniors have been displaced by a fire that gutted the Silverlynn Senior’s complex in Lynn Valley on May 10th. Urgent support is needed.

Emergency responders from North Vancouver District, City of North Vancouver and West Van District, North Shore Emergency Management team attended this disastrous structure fire.

Please help these seniors get through this difficult time by donating today. LVCA President, Gillian Konst, has set up a GoFundMe for neighbours and friends to donate. Proceeds will be collected and distributed through the Family Services Society to help cover accommodation, food, medical, and any other bills. during this period of immense upheaval.

Many of the residents did not have insurance and even though they do not have a home, the bills will continue to come. We hope to have your help in making this uncertain time a bit easier for these elders in our community.

Thank you for any support. Every bit counts. Please share this link with your families and communities.

https://gofund.me/c81cb08e

North Shore Emergency Management has recommended that all donations of hard/soft goods (furniture/clothing) be directed to the Salvation Army or Shelter to Home.

OurLynnValleyCommunity #neighbourshelpingneighbours #gofundmecampaign

Eggs-cellent Easter Fun!

April 9, 2025April 9, 2025LVCA

A reminder of our upcoming Eggs-cellent Easter Fun event on Saturday, April 19th from 10am – 12pm at Lynn Valley Village!

There’s nothing like the joy of spring, the sound of laughter, and the thrill of spotting that first hidden egg.

Hop on over to our Eggs-cellent Easter Event, where everyone’s invited to enjoy the spirit of the season and festive fun.

Join us for an egg-stra special day of Easter arts and crafts — get creative, get messy, and go home with a masterpiece made by YOU!

Snap some egg-cellent pics at our festive photo moments and let your creativity shine.

Our egg hunt will have every-bunny shouting, laughing, and soaking up that springtime cheer!

Hint: when you post your pictures on FBook, use the hashtag #lvca2025easter so we can find you and like!

The 2024 Parade of Trees Winner is …

January 6, 2025January 7, 2025LVCA

With the last ornament packed away. lights wrapped, carpets rolled up and the stands and sand bags tucked away for another year, we finally get down to the challenging task of counting the online ballots and announcing a winners for the People’s Choice Tree, Best School Tree and the Organizer’s Choice Tree. It took a bit of time to sort through the votes and tally up.

We know you’ve been eagerly awaiting the results so without further ado, here they are . . . *drumroll please*

The People’s Choice Tree: Monika’s Art Boutique

Best School Tree: Eastview Elementary School

Organizer’s Choice Tree: Forest Fairy Books & Toys

A special thank you once again to our Partners: (click on the name to be directed to their websites)

District of North Vancouver RONA: BH Allen Building Center Ltd. Lynn Valley Village Twin Lions Contracting and Great Canadian Landscaping Company

And to you, our “You + One” Shining Stars”, your generosity is duly noted. (in alpha order)

Absolute Landscaping; Amphitrite Homes; Bailey Environmental; Bee Haven; Brockton School; Collingwood School; Dominque Canedo; Jeff and Jonny Donohoe; Kelsie and Morgan.com; Lynn Valley Counselling; Lynn Valley Life Group; North Shore Orthodontics; North Vancouver Recreation and Culture; Powerhouse Team; Spectrum Mother’s Support Society; The Grove and Zazou.

Our thanks to this great team who stepped up to take down, load up and chip up the trees Absolute Landscaping, we love you!

A special thank you to Gillian Konst and Stefanie Donohoe for their dedication, tireless energy and incredible positivity for making it all come together.

And a big thank you to all of YOU who pitched in to make this event come together – our sponsors and volunteers. It takes a community to make events like this a success.

PS Let us know if you want us to save you a tree for next year!

Winter is Coming

November 16, 2024November 16, 2024LVCA

We may not want to think about it, but it’s November once again and snow will be here sooner or later. And this is a good time to remind everyone that shovelling your sidewalks is now a requirement. This changed a few years ago, when the District updated the bylaws to match those of other North Shore communities. Now we are required to clear sidewalks bordering our properties by 10am each morning if there has been a snowfall. And for the District, “Clear sidewalks means that walking is safe and accessible for everyone in the community, but especially for kids walking to school, parents with strollers, or for people who use devices like wheelchairs or scooters.”

In addition, Canada Post may have opinions about delivering mail to houses where sidewalks aren’t cleared to the mailbox.

All that said, there are a number of community residents who simply cannot clear their own sidewalks for various reasons. The first thing to do is talk with your neighbours and find out who needs help. In fact, the DNV website specifically recommends this: “Check in on your neighbours and lend a helping hand for those who need assistance clearing their sidewalks.” If you’re lucky enough to have time and ability, please consider shovelling for a neighbour who cannot do it themselves. This is the best plan where it works, and it helps build community besides.

But if that doesn’t work for some reason, there is a website – https://snowangelscanada.ca/ – where you can ask for help shovelling, and where those with the inclination can have a look to see if anyone nearby needs help. This website hasn’t yet been widely used here in North Vancouver, but it is the best resource we’ve found so far.

Credit: Jeff Powell, Editor Blueridge Bulletin

Image credit: Cathy Kuzel

2024 AGM Nov. 7th

November 2, 2024November 5, 2024LVCA

Lynn Valley Community Association AGM
Thursday, November 7th at 7:00pm
Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Road

Mark your calendars for our Annual General Meeting on November 7th. This is more than just a meeting, it’s your chance to shape the future of our community. Afterward, stay for an open Q&A session with Mayor Mike Little, where you can ask questions, share concerns, and engage in meaningful dialogue about what matters most to you.

How important is your community to you?

Whether you’re new to our neighbourhood or have been here all your life, you’re the reason we exist. If you missed the excitement of the Fall Fun Fair or are looking forward to hunting Easter Eggs and the amazing displays at our Christmas Tree Parade, these events show the heart of our neighborhood. They bring us together, and we want to hear your thoughts and ideas!

Your input helps us continue planning events that foster connection and keep our community thriving.
We’d love to meet you!

All are welcome to attend but a reminder that only members in good standing may vote.

Not a member? Click here to become one!

AGENDA

Call to Order
Proof of Notice
Adoption of Agenda
Approval of Financial Reports
Approval of Special Resolution
President’s Report
Elections
Motion to Adjourn

Following the meeting there will be light refreshments and a chance to chat with His Worship, Mayor Mike Little.

Wastewater Plant Costs Soar

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024Cathy Kuzel

Currently, every North Vancouver taxpayer is now facing an unprecedented $21,000 tax bill due to cost overruns on the new wastewater treatment plant.

Councillor Pope is advocating for a public inquiry to investigate how this Metro Vancouver project spiraled to six times over budget and to ensure this kind of mismanagement doesn’t happen again.

If you’re concerned about the handling of this project and support the call for a public inquiry, we encourage you to make your voice heard. Please send your thoughts by emailing: council@dnv.org

We have stated our concerns at the September 23rd Council Meeting.

The letter as follows:

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September 23, 2024

Good Evening Mayor and Council

Lynn Valley Community Association asks that Council immediately requests a public inquiry into the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant fiasco.

We had originally intended to speak in support of Councillor Pope’s motion requesting a public inquiry but we are frustrated to learn that this motion has been deferred until November 4^th.

Meanwhile, seven local city councillors representing five different cities have penned an open letter calling on B.C.’s auditor general to conduct an independent review of the facility’s finances. These Councillors are actively working to request transparency and accountability from Metro Vancouver, SPECIFICALLY regarding the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant project. Why then, is the District of North Vancouver silent?

Metro Vancouver has appointed John J.L. Hunter, a former judge, who will perform an “independent audit”. Such an audit is typically NOT a public document, and Metro Vancouver is NOT required to make it public.

Every North Shore taxpayer is facing a massive and unprecedented $21,000 tax bill to pay for this boondoggle and Metro Vancouver’s incompetence. North Shore taxpayers did not vote for this project, the entire Metro Vancouver board did. Why then are North Shore taxpayers alone responsible for the cost over runs? Why are all Metro Vancouver members not sharing the cost of this project?

The project was to have been completed in 2020 at a cost of $500 million; it is now stalled and is more than 6 times over budget.

Still we have no idea how or when this project will be completed.

Questions that need to be answered by a full public inquiry include:

Why did Metro Vancouver award a full “Design and Build” contract to Acciona instead of doing a proper design project first before issuing a completely separate contract to build the facility?
Why was Metro Vancouver not aware of all the site issues before the design and build contract was awarded?
Why wasn’t Metro Vancouver monitoring Acciona’s progress before things got so far out of Metro Vancouver’s control?
Is the current “estimate” of $3.8 billion to complete this project, including out of court settlements, accurate? Or will Metro Vancouver reveal more cost overruns and court settlements?

Clearly, Metro Vancouver’s Board and staff have mismanaged this project, leaving North Shore taxpayers on the financial hook, with no accountability for those responsible for the mismanagement.

This is not acceptable. Only a full public inquiry is acceptable to determine how and why this project was so badly mismanaged and to ensure such incompetence is not repeated.

A public inquiry needs to happen now. North Shore taxpayers need Council to act now.

The other municipalities and organizations that constitute Metro Vancouver need to know how badly Metro Vancouver has failed. They too should demand a public inquiry into this fiasco. Their municipality could be next.

We request Council petition for a public inquiry IMMEDIATELY.

Gillian Konst

President, Lynn Valley Community Association

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2024 All Candidates Meeting Oct. 7th

September 21, 2024September 23, 2024LVCA

All Candidates Meeting
Monday, October 7th at 7:00 – 9:30pm
Hillside Baptist Church, 870 Lynn Valley Road

Mark your calendars for the All Candidates Meeting ahead of the Provincial election on October 19th! This is your chance to hear directly from the candidates, ask questions, and learn more about their platforms. No need to register—just show up and join the discussion. It’s a great opportunity to get informed and have your voice heard before election day!

What is an All-Candidates Meeting?
At an All-Candidates Meeting, residents have a chance to hear from the candidates, evaluate
political platforms, and ask questions about current issues. All nominees running for MP in a
particular district are invited to gather and share their views. These events are non-partisan,
meaning all political parties are invited and attendees get to hear about the issues from many
different perspectives. The focus may be broad and cover a range of issues, or be focused on
an issue of particular importance to the hosting group.

Eggs-citing Easter Fun! Saturday, March 30th

March 4, 2024March 4, 2024Cathy Kuzel

Hop along to the Lynn Valley Village on Saturday, March 30^th, between 10am and 12pm for some Eggs-cellent Easter Fun with the Lynn Valley Community Association.

LVCA invites you to join us for some free family fun and games. Put your best sleuthing skills to work and ‘get cracking’ with a scavenger hunt… prizes for all!

Colour an Easter card that will be collected and distributed to a senior in our community. Take home an Easter craft and be amazed by our roving magic show!

Arrive early for a special Easter storytime starting at 10:15am in the Community Room.

Come chick it out!

And the 2023 Winner is …

March 4, 2024Cathy Kuzel

With the last ornament packed away. lights wrapped, carpets rolled up and the stands and sand bags tucked away for another year, we finally get down to the challenging task of counting the ballots and announcing a winner for Best Overall Tree. This year we introduced an online voting option. As with everything ‘new’, there’s always a learning curve so thank you so much for your patience! The Parade of Trees once again extended onto the plaza at Lynn Valley Centre and we were thrilled to welcome new participants! We know you’ve been eagerly awaiting the results so without further ado, here they are . . . *drumroll please* Best Tree Overall: Sitka Coast Construction Honorable Mention: Silver Harbour Seniors Activity Center Best School Tree: Boundary Elementary School And a special mention to St. Clements with their ‘Building Community Spirit’ Theme. Your theme encapsulated what LVCA is all about. A special thank you once again to our Partners: (click on the name to be directed to their websites)

Twin Lions Contracting

Great Canadian Landscaping Company

North Vancouver Recreation and Culture

District of North Vancouver

Lynn Valley Centre

RONA: BH Allen Building Center Ltd.

Lynn Valley Village Absolute Landscaping And to you, our “You + One” Shining Stars, your generosity is duly noted and so appreciated!

We were thrilled to support the Spectrum Mothers Support Society and the work they do in our community.

Our thanks to this great team who stepped up to chip up the trees onsite with our donation going to Scouts Canada. Davey Tree Expert Company, we love you!

A special thank you to Gillian Konst and Stefanie Donohoe for their dedication, tireless energy and incredible positive energy for making it all come together. And a big thank you to all of you who pitched in to make this event come together – our sponsors and volunteers. It takes a community to make events like this a success. PS Let us know if you want us to save you a tree for next year!