The Friends of the North Vancouver Museum & Archives Society is a registered charity and membership organization which helps to develop and maintain awareness of our community history, while supporting and raising funds for the North Vancouver Museum & Archives, their programs, exhibits and other activities.

Recognized for his museum caliber jade/gemstone sculptures; Sopel creates original ''only one in the world'' custom designed fashioned by hand works of art. From pedestal to monumental scale his masterpieces are collected widely by avid art connoisseurs, heads of state, and members of royalty; his jade, lapis lazuli, 18kt gold, tiger-eye, quartz-crystal - embellished pieces embody his underlying philosophical intention in everything he makes.

Presentation House Gallery is one of Canada?s most important and internationally-acclaimed public art galleries.