I have one of these and it works great. Creates a file on your computer from your your VHS and then you can either just watch it on your computer or use another program like Nero or something and make it into a DVD.
VCR 2 PC - USB Video Conversion System - ION Audio
If you do Vancouver overnights London Drugs sells them and possibly Future Shop or Best Buy as well. If not you can get them online for well under $100. Think mine was about $60 onsale at LD.