8 - Sunday, December 11, 1988 —- North Shore News Reform Party looks forward to expansion Dear Editor: It’s gratifying to note that since the federal election — unlike the pre-election period — the media have acknowledged that Canada now has a fourth political party — the Reform Party. The North Shore News, an exception, gave the Reform Party fair coverage during the campaign. Ottawa and local newspaper columnists, national TV commentators, radio open line hosts and others were quick to recognize that the Reform Party took five per cent of the vote in B.C. (8.9 per cent in North Vancouver), 15 per cent in Alberta, ran second to winning candidates in nine Alberta ridings, and was a significant factor in the allocation of votes among B.C. candidates. 1 submit that this is a remarkable showing by a par- ty which has existed for only one year. A question: how would the vote have gone if this had not been a “tone-issue’’ election (free trade), which compelled many old-line party supporters to vote Conservative? Mr. Mulroney is now atternpting to force Meech Lake down the public throat. This is one of many issues he neglected to mention during the campaign. Others include immigration, bilingualism (Bill C-72), Senate reform, atomic submarines, etc. Realistically, he has no mandate for Meech Lake, nor fer pro- ceeding on these other issues. Future federal by-elections and the next election will demonstrate the Reform Party is a formidable alter- native and an opportunity for Western Canadians. We look forward to swelling our ranks with new members. David Carey Member of the Reform Party Executive North Vancouver Constituency Sussex Realty Congratulates Klaas Van Den Bos, C.C.LM. On his attainment of the Certified Commercial Investment Mem- ber designation (C.C.I.M.). The C.C.LM. Designation is awarded by the C.L. commitice of The Canadian Real Estate Association in coop- eration with the Commercial Investment Real Estate Council, an affiliate with the U.S.A. Nationa! Association of Realtors. AC.C.LM. is a recognized Specialist in Commercial Investment Real Estate with a knowledge of: -Financial aspects and cash flow analysis of commercial invest- ment transactions (Internal Rate of Retum and F.M.R.R.) “Investment Comparison. -Local investment markets. -Tax laws and regulations. -Leasing and marketing analysis. -Site selection. -Developments. ‘Foreign investments. KlaasVAN DEN BOS, C.C.L.M. -Member of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. °15 Years experience. (604) 984 - 9711 City can learn lesson from NVD Dear Editor: Even though ! live in North Van City, ! found the recent election in the District of North Van very in- teresting. candidates clearly directed against Crist, the only alderman on that council who represents ordinary working people. This is a lesson which the voters well to remember the next time the political carpetbaggers from the District of North Vancouver come to town peddling amalgamation. Andrew Connal North Vancouver m Your Profcssiosal Commencial-lovestmcat Real Estate Source Ye SUSSEX GROUP -SRC REALTY CORPORATION BH} 2995 Lonsdale Ave. North Vancower, BC. VIN 34 There was a slate of right-wing of the City of North Van would do f CORNER KEITH-BEWICKE-MARINE NORTH VANCOUVER $88-6535 or 888-8082 NURSERIES & FLORIST wn. Store Hours: 9am-9pm, Mon. thru Friday; Sat. 9-6 pm, Sunday & Holidays 9am-Spm Bush Cut Xmas Trees Low-Low-Prices 2-4 Ft. 4.99 47 Ft. 8.99 7-8 Ft. 11.99 Aliso Huge Selection of Cultured Trees . §'-7' from 12.99 Whiile Quan- [oy tities Last ~ Reg. Price $7.99 Poinsettias 5" pot size Lush Planis, 4 to 6 Blooms Limited Quantities Christmas Trees §f Give Lasting Pleasure . Lots to ag ,. choose from Naw For at Aglordant Come Early For Best Selection ENTER TO WIN His & Hers Kona Min. Bikes Bring in Your Free Draw Coupon Bikes supptied by Deep Cove Bike Shop Draw date: Dec. 22, 1988 e Flower Arrangements ° Cut Flowers * Houseplants * Decorations « Holly * Ribbons & Supplies * Xmas Greens * Wreaths * Door Swags « Garlands MAACO’S SUPREME PAINT SERVICE REG. $529.95 © Chemical cleasing ¢ Theronch Serface Sanding © Machine Sand Most Chips and Scratches © Prisse and Block Sand © Fall Coat of Primer Sealer ¢ Refinish with Catalyzed Enamel © Apply Integrated Clear Coat ° Ovea Bake ONLY $379.95 WITH THIS AD 984-4111 945 W. 1st ST NORTH VANCOUVER (Next to Beaver Lumbez) Hours: Mon-Fri. 8-6 Saturday 10-2