In the grand scheme of how the industry works and is priced in Vancouver, it does not seem unusual for an inquiry about "HS" rates to a FS provider. The pricing hierarchy in Vancouver looks something like this (highest price at the top):
1. Bespoke FS independent providers.
2. High-end agencies offering FS in nice condos.
3. Reputable FS providers.
4. Mid-range agencies providing FS.
5. MPs providing FS with up-charges for add ons (BBBJ, CIM etc)
6. AMPs providing FS, with up charges for all manner of things.
7. MPs providing HE with up charges for topless, bottomless.
8. MPs who only go topless.
9. MPs fully clothed.
10. Massage only.
I'm sure I missed a few categories in there, but the pricing is all based on levels of service which roughly translates from clothed HJs to FS - the more acronyms, generally speaking, the higher the price. Plus there are so many shops that have up-charges for every item on the menu. The implied message in all of this pricing is that there is a dollar value to the services provided, not just the time.
I'm not really a FS guy and I've occasionally seen a reputable Indie advertise HS at a different rate. In cases in which I have been curious about the provider I have tried her out, to both of our satisfaction. In one instance, a well-reviewed provider advertised a HS rate during her period, so nothing below the waist – I thought it was very clever on her part to keep working when others would choose to take a break. I never initiate the conversation on pricing, but I can see how someone might based upon the implied messages on pricing in the Vancouver market.