West Vancouver Magazine

Holly Back is a North Vancouver City councillor. Her son, Jordan Back, is a North Vancouver District councillor. Now this dynamic duo and political power couple is sharing their family secrets on how they serve their communities and keep the lines of communication open.

Take a listen to this introductory episode of what is sure to become a regular feature here and on NorthVancouver.com as we make a date to keep you up-to-date on all the motions that matter for North Vancouver and more.

It's a heart-to-heart and 'Back to Back' discussion you won't want to miss.

Imagine driving a machine so powerful that you feel like you're being launched in a rocket. That's what it's like inside this new Porsche Taycan supercar.

Sleek, sexy and all electric - tune in to hear car aficionados Craig Turner and Chris Graham chat about how it feels to take the wheel of this innovative machine. A 'Cars with Craig and Chris' segment.

MMA Champions Stuart Cooper and Ryan Diaz teamed up years ago in Thailand, but now they're bringing their A-game to a new studio in Vancouver which emphasizes not only the sport of mixed martial arts combat fighting, but the mind, body and physical connection that keeps everyone healthy.

Now, as they teach students from age 8 - 80 years old, they're also fighting against the pandemic and its negative effects by promoting a safe and secure studio environment. Experienced instructors, top-notch equipment and classes that promote healthy habits are all part of the punch.

 

Celebrity Chef Laura Arcangeli has done it all. From serving on movie sets to touring with rock bands like the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Duran Duran. But with weddings, production shoots and parties on hold, at least for now, what can you do?

Take a listen and hear how Chef Laura took the show on the road with her own exclusive new brad of goodies and gifts. The perfect recipe for holiday season success.

For more information about Chef Laura or to order directly please visit her websites at ChefLaura.ca

Former Member of Parliament John Weston has dedicated his life to serving his country and his community. But now he's taking his passion for fitness and putting it front and centre in a new endeavour to make Canada the fittest nation in the world. Hear how he helped start the new Canadian Health and Fitness Institute - and how he, and some fabulous fit and famous friends, are raising funds with the inaugural CHFI (Virtual) Celebrity Gala event.

Today is the opening of the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) and we're here talking to Associate Director of Programming, Curtis Woloschuk. Opening night will look a little different than previous years, and while there's no big party, the celebration of films continues with on-demand, virtual screenings, live chats and limited in-person viewings of select features. Hear how the films are chosen, how the process works, and how you can be part of the excitement. Join in today and don't miss a single moment.

An athlete, mother, event organizer and community supporter, Carlota Lee doesn't let much get in her way. But last year, something started to go wrong. Then the news came - it was Parkinson's. Now, after learning to deal with the disease and reaching out for help, Carlota is back bigger than ever in her fight to teach others how to live life to the fullest every day. As she now says, 'I may have Parkinson's - but it doesn't have me'. Hear her story.

Learn about the Porridge for Parkinson's event, and check out even more information as mentioned in the podcast at pacificparkinsons.org - and please consider donating to this very worthwhile cause.

Today BC Premier John Horgan put it all on the line with a snap election call that not only breaks a power-structure deal with the Green Party, but also deals from the bottom of the deck as the NDP party looks to cash in on Covid and their recent rise in popularity in the polls.

Listen in as we chat with political expert and journalist Bob Mackin - of thebreaker.news - as he shares some political insider secrets as well as a historic look back on just why Horgan might be making all the wrong moves.

 

 

The glitz and glamour are all there at this year's Splash Gala 2020 - Special Edition. Hear how it's all going to happen as we chat with gala co-chairs Christie Garofalo and Bruce Munro Wright and explore the world of art, music and dance and the importance of the Arts Umbrella organization and its programs that support kids and their future.

Imagine heading out on a dream vacation - when suddenly Covid-19 strikes and you end up stranded in Peru with no way out. This is the tale of Janet and Bart McRoberts whose trip of a lifetime turned into a lifetime of stories as they fought the threat of Covid-19, altitude sickness and a three week stay isolated in a hotel far away from home.