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School support workers in tentative deal A tentative two-year contract has been reached between the BC Public School Employers’ Association and CUPE BC, effectively halting a strike of 33,000 unionized public school staff in the province. On Tuesday, teachers had been told (by CUPE members) to expect a strike as early as this Monday. CUPE BC represents 27,000 of the set-to-strike workers. The new deal provides union members a 3.5 per cent wage increase over the two years of the contract – one per cent on July 1, 2013 (retroactive), two per cent on Feb. 1, 2014, and 0.5 per cent on May 1, 2014. The deal—which would begin on July 1, 2012—is set to expire on June 30, 2014. “CUPE BC’s 27,000 education workers are vital to keeping our schools clean, safe and inclusive,” said CUPE BC president Mark Hancock, in a statement. I want to thank all 85,000 of our members across the province, and our K-12 members in particular, for their solidarity. It's only because we held together that we were able to negotiate a fair and reasonable contract, despite demands for concessions from the government.” Both sides have yet to ratify the deal.
A Walmart-led development one decade in the making stalled on the conveyer belt of city hall this week.
No express lane for Walmart file Councillors split on major new commercial development for West Cambie area by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Civic politicians began taking sides this week on a Walmart-anchored shopping mall proposed for Richmond, but left potential shoppers no closer to the aisles of the world’s largest retailer. On Tuesday city council’s planning committee considered the latest plan from SmartCentres to build a 359,090-square-foot mall at the northeast corner of Alderbridge Way and Garden City Road. After nearly three hours of debate, the committee referred the 152-page report back to city staff for more information. Committee chair Coun. Bill McNulty said the file could return for debate in as little as two weeks. Any decision would still have to pass the test of a full council vote and a public hearing.
Although SmartCentre’s decision to pay for a connector road was a “significant improvement” from an application nine months ago, McNulty said he wasn’t ready to cast a vote. More information on anticipated traffic is needed, he said, noting his concern that not all road improvements would be in place before opening day. “I believe (the connector road) is needed now. There’s already enough development in there,” he said. “That corner is the busiest section in all of Richmond.” McNulty said the mall, Central at Garden City, would draw customers from Delta and Vancouver, and he doesn’t want Richmond to “inherit a problem that we may not be able to solve.” The mall would boast up to 50 stores and a Walmart similar in size to a location in Queensborough. SmartCentres is offering to pay for a planned connector road linking Leslie and Alexandra roads—and would acquire all but two properties to accommodate it. The firm is offering the city $3.45 million to buy the remaining land, but McNulty questioned whether it would be enough. “Somehow somebody gave the impression that the city could get those lands easier than Walmart. I disagree.
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It is not the city’s responsibility to get lands for a developer,” he said. “We need to make sure that infrastructure is in there now or the taxpayers are going to end up paying for it.” Coun. Chak Au, one of four other committee members, had other concerns. He said compared to the city’s area plan, the proposal leaves the city a deficit in parkland and strips some land of its environmentally sensitive area designation. “We’re giving the wrong signal to developers and we betray the residents of Richmond,” he said. “We’ll be in big trouble if we don’t follow the policies and strategies and principles that we have laid down.” According to the staff report, 1.04-hectares (2.57-acres) of the site is designated environmentally sensitive. But under the development plan, it’s reduced to 0.64 hectares (1.57 acres). The report notes some of the land has been “compromised” by human disturbance, invasive species and council’s recent decision to scrap a plan for a natural park next door. But Au isn’t happy with a plan to replace an environmentally sensitive area with a rooftop green space. “If we have some land in the (envi-
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Bringing Mandarin back to the NEST Parents see value of resurrecting mother tongue at preschool by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter For many of those of Chinese heritage, maintaining the mothertongue at weekend Chinese language school is a family tradition. Garrett Woo recalls taking those same classes as a youth with his sister, yet today, neither can speak Mandarin or Cantonese. Woo last week opened a childcare centre in the heart of Richmond for boys and girls aged three to five, where they will learn Mandarin in what he describes as a Westernized enriched Mandarin program. His target market is Canadianborn Chinese families, who have lost their ability to speak Mandarin, yet recognize the importance of resurrecting that skill in their children. With a background in child psychology and many years in the recreation and childcare field, Woo’s passion has long been working with children. By opening NEST Early Learning at General Currie Elementary School (8220 General Currie Rd.), he believes he’s honed in on a small but under-serviced market. “Work to me should be something you really enjoy doing. Working with kids is my passion. I enjoy it and I never go home wishing I
was doing something else,” he said from the freshly renovated room that has exclusive access to a large outdoor lawn and play area nestled amongst the trees. Following his first open house, eight parents quickly snapped up spots. Woo noted that Mandarin is the most spoken language in the world, and the second most used language for business. The curriculum involves 45 minutes of Mandarin programming in the morning, and another 45 minutes in the afternoon. In between, the teachers will be speaking English. “We will be helping children acquire a skillset that will benefit them for a lifetime.” Unlike the plentiful Mandarin immersion programs that are already offered in Richmond and the Lower Mainland, where teachers speak English as a second language, the opposite is true at NEST, Woo said. His partner’s primary language is English, and she speaks Mandarin as a second language, armed with nearly a decade of experience in the early childhood education field. “So far, the response has been great,” he said. The majority of parents who have signed up so far are Canadian born, though some new immigrants have expressed an interest primarily because of the early drop-off (7:45 a.m.) and late pick-up (5:30 p.m.) times offered at NEST. The educational approach at NEST is based on the Reggio Emilia philosophy, with each child’s specific interests and passions guiding
Martin van den Hemel photo Garrett Woo’s NEST Early Learning preschool at General Currie Elementary offers Mandarin-enriched programming.
the lessons. So if a child is interested in bears, for example, bears would be incorporated in the lesson plans. He said the programs will be more westernized, and teaching children primarily English. “We’re combining two worlds here. We’re combining western teaching practices with...Mandarin speaking. We’re hoping we can create something new here that people will like.” Children between the ages of two
and six have an amazing capacity for learning new languages, Woo said, and have a much easier time acquiring the tones and accents of new languages. Asked where he sees NEST in a decade’s time, he’d like to eventually expand into Vancouver to appeal to the non-Asian demographic who sees the potential of Mandarin to open new gateways for the next generation. NEST (nestearlylearning.com) can be reached at 604-644-0971.
“We will be helping children acquire a skillset that will benefit them for a lifetime.” — Garrett Woo
Shoreline cleanups begin Saturday in Richmond Annual cross-country event encourages volunteers to rid beaches of garbage by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Hauling everything from cigarette butts to a 14-foot boat off Iona Beach last year, participants in an annual shoreline cleanup will return to the water’s edge in Richmond this weekend. Shoreline sites around Lulu, Sea and Iona islands are among the locations volunteers will be probing for litter and ocean debris Sept. 21 to 29, as part of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. A conservation program of Vancouver Aquarium and World Wildlife Fund, the 20th annual cleanup rids shorelines of commonly found items—debris from smokers, food wrappers, plastic bags. Volunteers also find large items—including a hulking tire from a heavy machine found at Iona Beach—and peculiar pieces, including last year’s finds of a bathtub, cash register and gargoyle statue. “Throughout its 20-year history, the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup has enlisted half a million Canadians to collect approximately 1.2 million kilograms of shoreline litter—the approximate weight of 259 school buses,” said program manager Jill Dwyer in
Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup photo Participants in last year’s Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup find scores of garbage and ocean debris at Iona Beach in Richmond.
a statement. “Although these figures represent great accomplishments, they also indicate that there is much more work left to do, and many more volunteers required to stem the tide of shoreline litter.” Organizers call shoreline litter a serious environmental issue whose far-reaching
effects include wild animals ingesting it, a reduction in water quality and a drop in beach cleanliness. In last year’s cleanup, 45 animals were found entangled in trash, including 22 fish. Volunteers removed a total of 429,798 garbage items, weighing 53,724 kilograms,
from B.C. shores in last year’s event. Richmond’s Westcoast Plastic Recycling is leading a Fraser River cleanup effort in North Richmond at Shell Road on Sept. 29. “When we heard about this initiative, we felt that it would be a great opportunity to rally the troops for a cause that we believe goes hand in hand with our brand and mission,” said Peter Bissada, director of business development. He said much of the material volunteers will be collecting is plastic, which can be repurposed. “We are hoping that we will be able to recycle a lot of the debris instead of just trashing it, as we are of course a plastic recycler and want to keep as much as we can out of our presently-overloaded landfills.” One of the first cleanup events happens on Sea Island. The Iona Beach cleanup, organized by Vancouver Airport Authority, begins at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21. A free lunch is provided, along with water and coffee. (Volunteers are asked to bring their own beverage containers.) Work gloves and close-toed shoes are recommended; everyone is welcome. To register, e-mail community_relations@yvr.ca. A number of other sites in Richmond are also still in need of volunteers, including Garry Point Park, South Dyke and West Dyke. Cleanup efforts at other local waterways including the Bath Slough Trail and Minoru Lakes are also in need of volunteers. To find and register in a local cleanup, visit shorelinecleanup.ca.
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Driver loses drunk-driving appeal Better Grades Happier Kids by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter The B.C. Supreme Court has upheld the drunk-driving conviction of a Richmond man who pulled over for police even though he wasn’t signaled to do so. Jaspaul Singh Aulakh appealed his conviction by a Richmond provincial court judge on the grounds the judge misapprehended the evidence at trial, that he failed to consider all of the evidence, and that he applied inconsistent logic and circular reasoning to the evidence relevant to his driving pattern. Around 4 a.m. on Dec. 4, 2010, Aulakh was driving south on Marine Drive when he was observed by an offduty police officer driving onto the Arthur Laing Bridge at about 70 kilometres per hour. The officer saw the driver “slam on his brakes to avoid the only other vehicle on the bridge at that time of the morning. The appellant was then observed remaining close to the bumper of this other vehicle in tailgate fashion.” A short while later, the officer saw the appellant approach a police roadblock that was in the midst of being dismantled by another police officer. “The appellant’s vehicle straddled the lanes on the overpass for about 100 to 200 feet as if he was going to change lanes, but he did not actually change lanes. Subsequently, when (the officer) attempted to pass the appellant’s vehicle, the appellant swerved into the constable’s lane of travel causing him to honk his horn and hit the brakes to avoid a collision.” After the off-duty officer passed Aulakh, he continued to watch him in the rear view mirror, and saw Aulakh continue to straddle two lanes along Russ Baker Way and Miller Road on Sea Island.
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Teacher wins court ruling over decades-long delay Robert Robertson accused of 1976 sex misconduct; complainant learned he was still teaching in 2005 by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter
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For nearly 30 years, a local student thought her sexual misconduct complaint involving her teacher back in 1976 had led to his dismissal. That was until 2005, when she, as one of three complainants against teacher Robert John Robertson, learned that he was still teaching in Vancouver. She brought this to the attention of the Vancouver School Board, which completed an investigation and in December of 2006, led to Robertson resigning his position. Details about these allegations were first made public Tuesday in a lengthy B.C. Supreme Court ruling in a dispute between Robertson and the provincial commissioner of the Teachers Act. Robertson, now 62, was the subject of a complaint that he engaged in in-
appropriate sexual relationships with three students. The Richmond School Board investigated, and Robertson was suspended. But days later, he resigned his position, and instead applied for a job with the Vancouver School Board, which was unaware of the allegations—they claim, according to the B.C. Supreme Court ruling, that he failed to disclose them—and hired him. For Robertson’s part, he was advised by a lawyer that the outcome could range from suspension to losing his teaching licence to no action at all, the ruling said. “He was also advised by his lawyer that the process could take a year and if he had not heard from the department after that length of time, this would mean that it had decided to take no action,” the ruling said. Robertson, who got married in 1984 and has since raised three children, worked from 1976 to 2006 as a teacher in Vancouver with no other allegations against him and positive performance reviews. He also worked a second job as a sales and service agent with Canadian Pacific Airlines from 1979 to 1995. See Page 7
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Teacher claimed abuse of process From Page 6 According to the ruling, when Robertson didn’t hear from the Department of Education a year after the initial 1976 complaints, he concluded that it decided to take no action against him, and he moved on. But in 2007, after the B.C. College of Teachers was informed by the Vancouver School Board of the allegations and its investigation, the college commenced an investigation of its own. Three years later, in September of 2010, it issued a preliminary report, and in November of 2011, issued a citation against Robertson, alleging the sexual misconduct and that he misrepresented himself during his job interview back in 1976 with the Vancouver School Board. When the teachers college dissolved in 2012, the commissioner assumed jurisdiction of the proceedings against Robertson. With the commissioner required to establish a panel of three members to conduct its own hearing, Robertson commenced a petition for judicial review, claiming abuse of process and delay.
But the commission panel dismissed the application last March. In Tuesday’s ruling, the B.C. Supreme Court found that the commission’s panel erred in how it applied certain legal principles to the specific circumstances of the Robertson case. “It erred in how it assessed the period of delay, it failed to take a number of important contextual matters into consideration in assessing whether the delay was inordinate, it placed too high a burden on Mr. Robertson to prove specific procedurial prejudice given the magnitude of the delay, and it failed to consider relevant evidence of personal prejudice directly related to the delay, all of which led to an unreasonable conclusion,” B.C. Supreme Court Justice Barbara Fisher wrote. Fisher quashed the panel’s decision denying the stay of proceedings on the sexual misconduct complaint. “In its analysis of the relative harm to the public interest, the panel must consider the correct legal principles in the proper context of the evidence and the
exceptional nature of this case, as I have discussed, including the evidence that the former student also thought that her complaint had been addressed in 1976.” As far as the reasons for the delay, Roberston sought an answer himself by filing a disclosure request under the Freedom of Information Act. Those records indicate the Richmond School Board notified the deputy minister of education and the B.C. Teachers Federation of the circumstances of Robertson’s resignation. “The B.C. Teachers Federation did not consider that it could invoke its disciplinary authority since Mr. Robertson had resigned and suggested the more direct route of proceeding directly to the Lieutenant Governor in Council. In September 1976, the Department of Education obtained a legal opinion from the Attorney General’s office advising that the LGIC had the jurisdiction to cancel Mr. Robertson’s teaching certificate and of the process to put the matter before the LGIC. No other records were found.”
City Board Asphalt paving advisory September 15th to October 31st, 2013 The City of Richmond has contracted Imperial Paving Ltd. to grind and pave the following locations in Richmond from September 15th to October 31st: • 8000 Block of Williams Road • 9000 Block of Williams Road • No. 5 Road from Steveston Highway to Dyke Road –S.B. Only • Dyke Road and No. 5 Road to 300m west • 9000 Block of Leonard Road • Hammersmith Gate (Shell Road to Hammersmith Gate ) • Hammersmith Way (Horseshoe Way to Coppersmith Way) • Coppersmith Way (Horseshoe Way to Hammersmith Way) • Jacombs Road (Westminster Highway to Jacombs Road Overpass ) • 6000 and 7000 Block South Dike Road • Westminster Highway (Maclean to Gilley Road) • Cambie Road – E.B. only from 9320 Cambie Rd to No. 4 Road Work hours will be 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekdays, and 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekends. Traffic will be reduced to single-lane and there may be temporary lane closures. Delays may occur. The use of an alternate route is strongly encouraged. This work is weather dependent and dates are subject to change without notice. Questions may be directed to Wasim Memon, Supervisor, Engineering Inspections, at 604-276-4189, or visit the City’s paving program webpage at www.richmond.ca (City Services > Roads, Dykes, Water & Sewers > Construction Projects > 2013 Paving). City of Richmond | 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000
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CITY OF RICHMOND NOTICE OF TAX SALE
In accordance with the provisions of Section 403 of the Local Government Act, being Chapter 323 R.S. 1996 as amended, the following properties, upon which the taxes are delinquent, will be offered for sale by public auction at the Council Chambers of the City of Richmond, 6911 No 3 Road, at the hour of 10:00 o’clock in the forenoon on the 30th day of September 2013 unless the delinquent taxes, together with interest, are sooner paid. Take notice that the purchase of a tax sale property is subject to tax under the “Property Purchase Tax Act” on the fair market value of the property, following the expiration of the redemption period. The City makes no representation express or implied as to the condition or quality of the properties being offered for sale. Prospective purchasers are urged to research the properties and make all necessary inquires to municipal, and other government departments, and in the case of strata lots to the strata corporation, to determine the existence of any bylaws, restrictions, charges or other conditions which may affect the value or suitability of the properties. Please note that the successful bidder is required to provide full payment (cash or certified cheque) by 4:00 p.m. on September 30, 2013; otherwise, the property will be offered for sale again at 10:00 a.m., October 1, 2013.
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The reasons for BC Hydro rate increases
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eaked documents indicate that BC Hydro is planning a 26 per cent rate increase over the next two years. While the B.C. Liberal government says the rate hike will not be that high, this is at least the third time in the past year that there has been indications of a massive BC Hydro rate increase in the works. There are several concerns about this, whether the 26 per cent increase comes to fruition or not.
Green Scene Colin Dring
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ments to the province, its only shareholder. These have been used to keep the provincial budget from dipping deeper into the red. While there may be some justification for the province occasionally taking a dividend from Hydro, the size and regularity of its demands are unprecedented. When a corporation needs to raise billions for capital projects, it makes sense that dividends be cut back or even eliminated. If Hydro was a private sector corporation, that is likely what it would be doing, in
order to have at least some of its own cash to spend on infrastructure. In addition, the dividends are highly political. They are used to keep the deficit down and allow politicians to boast about B.C.’s low income tax rate. This boast ignores everincreasing Hydro, ICBC and Medical Service Premium rates, all of which must be paid by most B.C. residents. The other handicap Hydro has is that it has been forced to buy runof-river power from small contractors at rates far in
excess of what it costs to produce its own power. Thus Hydro ratepayers are subsidizing private power developers. There is nothing wrong with private power, but it should be developed when economical to do so — not because a higher than market rate is guaranteed. The provincial government needs to stop interfering in Hydro’s business, and let it run the electric utility in the efficient manner which has generally been the case since its formation in 1961. —Langley Times
I dream of a GE-free B.C.
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It’s no secret that Hydro has to come up with billions of dollars to continue to upgrade the electrical utility system it operates. The infrastructure, some of which goes back to the 1960s or earlier, needs attention. Hydro also wants to build the Site C dam on the Peace River, which would cost billions in itself. At the same time, Hydro has been handicapped by the BC Liberal government in two very important areas. First, it has been required to make massive dividend pay-
n 2010, the Richmond Food Security Society and the Society for Genetically Free BC introduced a resolution to Richmond’s Mayor and Council to make the city a geneticallyengineered (GE) Free Zone.
Two years later, the resolution was adopted with Richmond joining the ranks of other GE Free Zones in British Columbia including Powell River, Kaslo, Nelson, New Denver, Salt Spring Island, Denman Island, and Rossland. To date, 61 municipalities across BC have adopted GE Free Zone resolutions with more municipalities and regional areas taking up the cause. This week at the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM), thousands of people across the province rallied to support a resolution calling for a GE Free BC. In Canada, genetically engineered (GE) canola dominates our agricultural production, mostly because non-genetically modified canola was abandoned early on due to widespread contamination. In addition,
GE corn, soy and sugar beets are grown and sold in Canada. The nature of these foods can be insidious as ingredient labelling doesn’t often tell the whole story. For example, ‘maltose’ is a corn derivative, ‘sugar’ can often refer to beet, ‘lecithin’ is soy, and ‘vegetable oil’ can be canola oil. The full list of invisible ingredients is over 80 items that do not list the original plant. The concerns around GE foods are wide ranging with food safety and human health being the primary concerns. Other concerns include the impact on local and regional ecosystems and contamination of other crops that are non-GE. There is very little knowledge about the impacts of eating GE foods on our health with many indications showing that we do not know enough to be integrating them into our diets. In addition, with no mandatory labelling of these foods, the public has no ability to recognize these foods and there are no monitoring initiatives to determine whether impacts have already occurred. Two studies have been conducted which offer some clarity on potential human health impacts released in 2012 and 2013 respectively. One studied lab rats and discovered that consumption of GE corn resulted in tumours, lesions and premature death. Another long term toxicology study found that pigs eating GE feed exhibited heavier uteria and higher rate of severe stomach inflammation than pigs that ate a non-GE feed diet. GE foods have been approved for production and sale in Canada largely based on industry-produced sci-
GE corn is grown in Canada.
ence. This ‘science’ has not undergone peer review nor have these studies been released to the public or independent scientists. This reads very similar to the tactics employed by the tobacco industry. Currently, nine countries across the world grow 97% of all GE crops. With the United States, Brazil and Argentina (76.3%) being the highest producers. Canada grows 6.8% of these and is one of the few nations that is actively expanding the
land base used to produce GE crops (from 10.4 million hectares to 11.6, 2011 to 2012). This week, as people from across the province gather to voice their concerns over genetically engineered foods and crops, municipal councillors and mayors are gathering to discuss issues that affect their citizens. The potential harm to future farming and food in B.C. from GE foods and crops needs to be addressed. Big agri-business has no right
in dictating the future for farmers and consumers in our province or our municipality. Colin Dring is with Richmond Food Security Society, which works to ensure that all people in the community have access to safe, nutritious, culturally appropriate foods that strengthen our environment and society. If you want to contribute and learn more about our activities, visit our website at www. richmondfoodsecurity.org
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letters Cyclists need to obey the rules of the road Editor: There has been much debate about cycling recently, both here and in Vancouver, and the tremendous expenditure on new cycling infrastructure. As both a cyclist and driver, I hope can have a fairly balanced perspective on the issue. I am in full support of safer biking options such as designated lanes and routes, but have to take issue with the many cyclists who continue to flaunt the rules of the road, and “do their own thing”. They have all these wonderful new bike lanes, but refuse to use them! So why, oh why are we spending so many of our tax dollars on all this new development? Just the other day, on Railway Avenue (which has now not only bike lanes on either side but a brand-new “greenway” as well), I witnessed a young man riding his bike on the side walk, on the wrong side of the road - when he has three bike lanes to choose from! The inevitable happened—he suddenly encountered a group of pedestrians who then had to leap out of his way! I could go on and on with countless accounts of similar situations all across our city, but that would get tedious, just as this behaviour from cyclists is getting even more tedious. And then there are all the other things cyclists do to kindle the ire of the rest of us, like flying through red lights, stop signs, etc., especially those packs of lycra-clad cycle club members who should know better. How can they possibly gain the respect of other road/sidewalk users if they continue on like this? Carlie Holland Steveston
Kudos to staff on the Richmond Hospital maternity ward Editor: We are writing to express our deepest thanks and appreciation for the exceptional care and support provided by the Maternity staff at Richmond Hospital including the doctors at Noakes Maternity Clinic, Dr. Robson (OBGYN), and the third floor nurses. It is obvious that these medical professionals are passionate about their work, dedicated to their profession and caring individuals. Everyone demonstrated a profes-
sional, thoughtful, and compassionate manner throughout our stay. It was a calm and reassuring environment in which effective teamwork was evident. As a first time mom I admit to some feelings of nervous anticipation prior to the delivery process. Unfamiliar with the reality of the experience of giving birth, I greatly appreciated the support offered by the medical staff. When one faces the unknown it can be extremely daunting. It is at these times that guidance from trained
experts is especially critical. Equally important is facing the challenge of being responsible for the life of a precious newborn. At all times I felt that my baby and I received excellent care and encouragement as we took our first steps into parenthood. In everyday conversations with family and friends, I do not hesitate to recommend the Richmond Hospital maternity services. We hope the public recognizes that these amazing medical professionals
dedicate long hard hours in critical situations. They deserve our respect and appreciation. There is clearly a culture of good, attentive care instilled in all the staff. We wish to express a heartfelt thanks to our amazing medical team for the daily care provided to not only our family but all patients and families in your care. Jennifer, Alex and baby Elizabeth Plattner Richmond
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C municipal politicians will gather in Vancouver this week to discuss 155 policy resolutions at the Union of BC Municipalities Convention. One resolution endorsed by the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities proposes amending the BC Motor Vehicle Act “to limit the default speed limit on a highway in a municipality to 40 km/h and to allocate implementation funds to assist municipalities in installing signage for higher speeds where appropriate.” This “40 km/h” resolution cites concerns about resident safety on municipal streets, the fact that lower vehicle speeds reduce the severity of injuries to pedestrians in vehicle/ pedestrian collisions, and that consistency in province-wide speed limits promotes driver awareness and eases enforcement between municipalities. It may be pure coincidence but support for quite the opposite approach is being advanced with renewed vigour thanks to the recently released made-in-BC video “Speed Kills: Your Pocketbook.” Written and produced by UBC law graduate and articling student Chris Thompson, the video is accessible on the Safety by Education Not Speed Enforcement (SENSE) website — www.sensebc.org. SENSE is the driver’s advocacy group founded by Ian Toothill in 1995 to “support speed limits that reflect the UPPER limit of SAFE travel speeds to ensure the reasonable and safe actions of the majority of drivers are
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to address gaps in our social programs by bringing together all the many community agencies that deal with these issues to work in a coordinated fashion with mutual objectives. Some of the most important focus areas for the strategy will be continuing to expand housing choices so all income groups have affordable options, enhancing accessibility, addressing the needs of our aging population, building on our cultural diversity, helping our children, youth and families to thrive and ensuring our neighbourhoods remain safe and secure. As a Council liaison for the strategy’s development, I’m proud of the foundation it has created for addressing our community’s social needs. But the strategy will be most effective if the entire community takes ownership of it. From individuals to community agencies to businesses, we all have a role to play in fulfilling the strategy’s vision for Richmond to be an inclusive, engaging and caring community. I encourage everyone to learn more about the strategy and join us in making it a living document that doesn’t just sit on a shelf, but rather leads to real positive change. You can view the Social Development Strategy at www.richmond.ca/socialplan or contact City Hall at 604-276-4000.
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Editor: Re: “Safer, more reliable jet fuel options,” Letters, Sept. 13. Once again there is misinformation being spread regarding the proposed Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery Project. It is simply not credible to claim that the existing 44-year-old, 41km long pipeline that supplies fuel to the airport from terminals in Burnaby has the capacity to meet the needs of “24 million passengers.” Pipeline capacity is driven by peak travel periods, and every year that capacity is exceeded over the summer months. This is the reason we have had jet fuel tanker trucks on our roads and highways for the last two decades, and this is the reason we are overdue to consider a safer long-term option. The fact is, the Chevron Refinery is the only remaining refinery in the Lower Mainland and it provides less than 40 per cent of YVR’s fuel. The remainder must come from international sources. Because of the limited pipeline capacity and limited access to marine terminals in Burrard Inlet, tanker trucks from Washington state are the only option to buffer against shortfalls in the pipeline. This situation is only going to get worse as we add more and more trucks to meet the expect-
Port Metro Vancouver made recommendations and concluded that aviation fuel can be transported safely on the river. Finally, spill probability factors used in our application were extremely conservative. They were based on global spill statistics over the past 40 years for all types of petroleum products including oil. The statistics include spills from single-hulled vessels which dominated the industry until much more recently, and were generated at a time when regulations were less stringent and navigational technology was far less advanced than today. Using data from the last 10 years would have resulted in probabilities being an order of magnitude lower than those used in our analysis. The project is the culmination of years of research, review and consultation that demonstrates beyond reasonable question that the risks are low and will be managed to insignificant levels with well-understood and available technology. It will also benefit Richmond and British Columbia by supporting the continued growth of YVR, one of our province’s largest economic generators. Adrian Pollard Project Director, Vancouver Airport Fuel Facilities Corporation
ed growth in demand, and does not consider the future availability of fuel from the Cherry Point Refinery. The Vancouver International Airport and the airlines that make up VAFFC must plan for the long term, regardless of incidents and economic conditions that may affect airport traffic growth in the short term. There are many indicators of anticipated growth in the Lower Mainland and British Columbia, and change can occur very quickly. For example, adding just one new daily flight to Asia would require an additional 800 tanker truck deliveries a year. The new delivery system will require only three to five barges or ships, not super-tankers, each month which will be similar in size or smaller than the many cargo ships currently transiting the river. These vessels will constitute only a 6 per cent increase in river traffic. Certified river pilots, escort tugs, dedicated response vessels and double-hulled vessels will contribute to a very high level of safety on the river. The spill prevention and response strategies proposed for the project go well beyond industry standards and best practices, and will benefit all users in the lower Fraser River. Furthermore, an independent Fraser River Tanker Traffic Study commissioned by
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I had plenty of work clothes, loads of yoga pants and short skirts from the 80s but nothing to get me from 0 to gorgeous in
60 seconds. So I did what every self-respecting, fashion-impaired librarian would do: I searched the library for ideas. (I realize that normal people would just go shopping, but who ever said I was normal? And “normal” is just a setting on a dryer, anyway.) And I found just the book: The Power of Style: Everything You Need to Know Before You Get Dressed Tomorrow by Bobbie Thomas. While it’s short on photos of actual fashion, it’s big on
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They’re anxious to head to the pet store and pick out a tank, accessories and the fish they hope will thrive in a new environment. While it’s important to know which fish can cohabitate and the proper pH and temperature to keep the tank, one important lesson all people who have an aquarium should know is how to keep algae in check. Algae is a naturally occurring plant life that creates a green film on the inside of tank walls and on plants and decorations inside the aquarium. Just like any other plant, algae requires a few things to thrive, including light, water and food. Although a certain amount of algae in the water can be a beneficial food source for some species of fish, an overabundance can be unsightly and take over the aquarium. There are a few reasons why algae can grow unchecked. •Algae needs light to survive. Leaving a fluorescent aquarium light on too long or placing the tank in the path of direct sunlight can cause algae to bloom. •Introducing new live plants to a tank, which already may
have algae spores hitching a ride on them, can introduce more algae to the tank. •Overfeeding fish can provide extra food sources for algae, as can failing to frequently clean the filter. •Water with a high level of nutrients will provide a lot of food for algae. Understanding why algae forms will help you control it effectively. To start, get in the habit of cleaning the tank frequently. Once a week may be acceptable, depending on size. Scrape the walls of the aquarium down and remove the artificial plants and other accessories and routinely wash in clean water. Change the filter cartridge when it has become overly soiled. Perform water changes. Change 10 to 15 percent of the water in the aquarium every week, which will remove toxins and algae spores. When you change the water, use a suction tube to "vacuum" out debris lodged in the gravel. Limiting the food sources for algae can also keep it in check. Feed a scant amount of food to fish, only enough that they can eat in 5 minutes or so. If there is extra food floating around, remove it. The food contains phosphates and other nutrients that can be a delicious
meal for algae. Keeping live plants in the tank is another way to limit nutrients. Live plants will use many of the nutrients that algae thrive on. Having less present means less algae and healthy aquarium plants. Routinely test the levels in the water and know what the proper levels should be. In addition, know what your water levels are right out of the tap. Test for phosphates and nitrates. Use phosphate removers or another water source, if necessary. Make sure to include algaeeating fish in the aquarium. Those like the Plecostomus (Pleco) will scour the tank for algae. Position the tank out of direct sunlight, which will just fuel algae growth. Also, go sparingly on the use of an aquarium light in the tank. Algae often grow in warm temperatures, as is common with tropical aquariums. Keep the temperature of the water at the minimum level allowed for the breed of fish, and be sure the tank is not by a radiator or additional heat source. Keeping aquarium fish can be an enjoyable hobby and a nice focal point for a room. To ensure the health of the tank, be sure to manage the amount of algae in the aquarium.
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Although fish don’t require visits to the vet or walks around the neighborhood, that doesn’t mean that having a home aquarium is a hands-off approach to pet ownership. In fact, even the most devoted home aquarium owners may find they are plagued by one or more issues with water quality or fish health. Much like a swimming pool, aquariums need proper water chemistry and some other conditions to thrive. If there is a slight sway in one direction or another, you can be left with sick fish or an unsightly tank. •Cloudy water: Another thing many aquarium owners may encounter is cloudy water conditions. Cloudy water can be a byproduct of many things. However, one of the more frequent offenders is overfeeding fish. New fish tank owners may not be able to determine just how much food to give their fish and may have a heavy hand when shaking the container. Uneaten food breaks down and may begin to decompose and foul the water, particularly if it is not being thoroughly cleaned by the filter. Reduce the food given to the fish and change 25 percent of the water volume to alleviate the cloudy water. If cloudiness persists, have your water tested at the pet store.
•Toxic water: Fish need a careful water environment to thrive. It takes time for the right balance of helpful bacteria to form in the water and time for the water quality to equalize. Water straight out of the tap may be toxic to fish because of cleansing agents. It is important to add water conditioner to tap water and allow it to distill before adding it to the tank. Also, allow time for a new tank to filter before gradually
adding fish. •Too many fish: It’s easy to fall in love with all of the interesting fish in a pet store and want them all for your tank. Too often aquariums are crowded with fish, which creates an unhealthy environment. Small fish may each need 2 gallons of water, where larger ones may need 5 to 10 gallons. Err on the side of more space for your fish, and you’ll give them the best chance to blossom.
•Mixing incompatible fish: It is unlikely that all types of fish will cohabitate peacefully in a home aquarium. Some fish are prey to other breeds, and there are some fish that are naturally aggressive and territorial. To ensure you do not end up with a tank with one, very large, well-fed fish, it is important to research different species of fish and know which ones can live together and even complement others.
Exotic animals might seem like a potentially interesting pet but the safety risk associated with some of these animals is too great to welcome such pets into a home. Exotic pets don’t always have big claws and fangs. Turtles, for example, are banned as pets because of their propensity to carry salmonella bacteria. Constrictors and venomous snakes are generally outlawed due to the propensity for injury or death. Constrictors, as their name suggests, are equipped to constrict, or squeeze their prey to death through suffocation. Venomous snakes have powerful venom that can cause anything from neurological problems to paralysis and extreme pain to death. These snakes are formidable foes in their natural environments, and with the high chance of biting
an owner, they are not safe to have as pets. Too often snakes that become unmanageable are simply let out into the wild where they can become neighborhood menaces. In Richmond, pet store operators must disclose the approximate length the reptile will reach on maturity and post signs in any area where reptiles are displayed with information regarding the risks of contracting salmonella and measures to prevent such contraction. Not all snakes and lizards are bad, however. Twice a year, members of the West Coast Society for the Protection and Conservation of Reptiles bring out their pets to Richmond Nature Park for an exotic reptile show. (Next one is in March.) See www.wspcr.com for information about the society and keeping reptiles as pets.
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So, Gateway Theatre, come what may. Sy is artistic director of the Minoru Park theatre, a role he assumed in spring 2012. Born in Manilla, Sy was raised in Toronto, where he had a 20-year professional career as an actor, playwright, director and dramaturg, and for six seasons he was artistic director of Cahoots The-
Jovanni Sy is artistic director at Gateway Theatre. He said he fell in love with theatre at age 14.
atre Projects. and trained on the job. In 2010 he served as He was fortunate to find playwright-in-residence work quickly, and to meet at the Shaw Festival, his wife—playwright where he worked and actor Leanna on a drama set Brodie—in a class during the taught by SpanishR.H. ThomAmerican son. with... War. That year Besides he also wrote and his work as artistic performed his novel and director, Sy is also an award-winning one-man active playwright. He has play A Taste of Empire, in plenty of plays brewing, which he treated his audi- including one he plans to ence to a performance workshop in Calgary next involving the elaborate month. preparation of stuffed But first is the openmilkfish, which was later ing of Gateway Theatre’s served. 2013-2014 season. The An unlikely path led Highest Step in the World him to theatre. He runs Oct. 10 to 26—a studied engineering at multimedia experience University of Toronto, and that lifts its narrator to after graduation worked the sky and projects our for a cell phone company hopes and fears onto a for four years before he screen behind him. Other embarked “on the shortproductions this season: est career on Bay Street The King and I (Dec. 5 to ever.� It was 1992—a 31), ‘Art’ (Feb. 6 to 22), and year that produced pop The Grandkid (April 10 songs such as “Don’t Let to 26). Gateway’s Studio the Sun Go Down on Me� Series will showcase two and “Jump�—that he sud- more works: Crash (Nov. denly decided he wanted 14 to 23) and Dreary and to be an actor. Izzy (March 6 to 15). He took acting classes See Page 23
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Ask the Experts Q: Is it ever too late to think about life
Q: Can Chiropractic help with neck
insurance?
pain and shoulder tension?
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Very frequently neck, shoulder, arm or hand pain can be created from compression of the nerve roots as they extend from the spinal column to various regions in the body. It is this compression of the nerve roots by misaligned vertebrae (also called subluxations) that can create pain in the neck and cause tension in the associated muscles. Often, individuals will try exercise programs, massage and/ or physiotherapy to help reduce the pain or tension in the neck, but will experience only temporary relief. Chiropractors try to establish the cause of your symptoms with a thorough examination to locate vertebral subluxations. Adjustments are short amplitude thrusts given in a very specific line of drive to help re-align the spine and reduce the nerve compression. As the interference to the nerve is reduced, the body can work towards healing itself, reducing symptoms such as pain and tension. Thus, if neck and shoulder tension put a kink in your day, make sure you call a chiropractor to set up an evaluation to get back to wellness.
Dr. Carol Reddin & Dr. Bonnie Chuter
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Q: What are some quick and inexpensive ways
Financial situations vary – so do life insurance needs. If you’re young and single with no significant financial obligations, you may have a minimal need for life insurance. On the other hand, if you have a young family, a mortgage or high living expenses, you may have an enhanced need for insurance protection. Just as financial situations differ, life insurance solutions can also vary from being simple to complex. The good news is that life insurance policies can be customized to meet even the most complicated family situations. In most cases, younger people with straightforward personal situations tend to obtain life insurance with relative ease. But what about the large number of people who are nearing (or well into) retirement? There is a belief that it becomes more difficult, expensive or even impossible for these older individuals to purchase life insurance. In many cases, quite the opposite is true. Because our population is aging, some insurance companies now offer insurance plans designed especially for older clients. “Our new life insurance product provides a small amount of basic life insurance coverage without the hassle of medical tests or doctors’ reports,” says Daniel Wang Ah-Fat, Financial Advisor, The Co-operators. “The insurance is designed to cover ‘final expenses’ – expenses left behind after you pass on, such as outstanding debts, taxes, medical bills and a funeral.” Those who have not yet considered life insurance – and are concerned about leaving a financial burden for their family – might be pleasantly surprised by the options available today. Contact your local financial advisor for more information.
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For your heating system, replacing the filter in your furnace will help it run better and clean the air that gets circulated. Also consider having your heating system checked to ensure that it is running at optimal performance and getting minor issues fixed before they turn into a costly repair. Ashton is currently running a furnace tune up promotion where people who schedule their appointment before Sept. 30th will save 40% off their furnace check.
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There are currently many prescription medications to help reduce cholesterol. In a small percentage of people, they sometimes cause muscle breakdown and can elevate liver enzymes. Yet, they are still very effective in reducing cholesterol. If you want to take a natural approach, there are several products that help! The first product to start with would be Cyotmatrix LipoMatrix, a natural product using policosanol, guggulsterones, inositol, and red yeast to help reduce cholesterol. Guggulsterones are thought to help decrease cholesterol synthesis while inositol helps increase HDL, the good cholesterol. I recommend taking 1 capsule three times a day. Alongside this, I recommend Metagenics EPA-720, a high dosage fish oil that provides 850 mg EPA when taken twice a day. This is equivalent to taking 10 regular salmon oil capsule supplements! The high dose EPA helps unclog the arteries and helps remove LDL, the bad cholesterol. To learn more about reducing cholesterol naturally, talk to the natural pharmacists at Pharmasave Steveston Village!
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Sterling silver and scrap gold. Can you tell me how I can tell if something is Sterling silver? Also, how do you tell what is gold?
new year yet neither of us are religious. We also come from different cultural backgrounds and wondered what a Life-Cycle Celebrant can do for us to make our wedding day special?
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First we will deal with silver. Any item from jewelry, silverware or teapots etc. should have an imprint stating either sterling or .925 on the object somewhere. Old English silver, an imprint of a lion facing left, also means sterling. A second test I use is a magnet. A lot of fake jewelry was made in the 1970s and is magnetic; while real silver is non-magnetic. If you see EP on the item, it means electroplated and is not silver. For gold most jewelry is marked by its karat or its purity. For example 10k or 417, 14k or 585, 18k or 750, and 22k is 916. A few countries use 9k, 15k or 17k but these are not seen as often. Some jewelry is worn and the marks have disappeared. We then use an electronic machine to determine the purity. After I weigh out and determine the total value on the gold and silver, I like to play a game by covering the total amount we are offering and ask the client how much they had been hoping for. Most people guess as low as 1/4 to 1/2 of what we are offering. However, my favorite story I tell is of a petite elderly lady who when I did this replied: “I was hoping for $400, but if you are paying me less I will still take it”. When I removed my hand from the figure and she saw it was over $4,000, she burst into happy tears! You never know the true value of your silver or gold until you bring them to me for evaluation!
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they can cause muscle aches and liver problems. Is there any products to help improve my cholesterol naturally?
There are a number of things you can do. First, I recommend caulking around windows and doors to stop drafts and keep the warm air inside your home and lower your heating bill too.
Cleaning and vacuuming dust build up from vents, baseboard heaters and cold air returns will help reduce cold weather illnesses by removing the pollutants.
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doctor has recommended me to take a Q: My cholesterol medication but I have heard that
to get my home prepared for the fall season?
The cold weather will have people turning on their heat after a number of months of it being off and lighting candles. Therefore it is important to check the batteries on your smoke alarms and test them to find out if they are working properly.
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After a hard workout, I always try to make a conscious effort to stretch for 10-15mins after to make sure I don’t get sore but I always seem to get sore regardless of how much I stretch. What am I doing wrong?
Many people feel that they have a ‘better’ ear. In some cases it is true and is others it can be because of habit especially with the telephone. The only way to know positively is to have a hearing test. If the test shows that one ear is ‘normal’ and the other has a loss then one aid is appropriate. The same holds true if one ear has a very profound loss and cannot be helped by a hearing aid. When a person with hearing loss decides on their own that they only want to wear one aid but both ears have a similar loss they are choosing to create a problem with their hearing. Research shows that the unaided ear tends to lose its ability to hear and understand speech. The name for this is ‘auditory deprivation’. One aid will also cause more strain as the person tries to hear only with the aided side, thus creating more difference between the two ears. There is always a time of adaptation to new hearing aids. It takes both patience and a willingness to try with the help of your hearing care provider.
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Q: What does the average funeral cost? A: Like other professional services (legal, dental,
There are many variables and options that the family can chose from. Only when all options are presented, can a cost be determined.
Sandra Melin CFSP
By provincial law, all funeral providers must supply an itemized copy of their price list to the consumer.
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19 years of age or younger and for seniors 65 years of age or older. Certain patients between the ages of 20 and 64 are eligible for MSP coverage when there are underlying medical conditions or eye conditions that require yearly examinations. After your examination your eye doctor will determine if you are in an MSP covered category. If so, MSP will be billed for the covered portions of your exam. Some specialized tests may not be covered by MSP. These tests will be billed directly to you.
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Q: When should a business add or remove
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Q: How do I prevent mold issues in my home? A:
security from their budget?
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A business should conduct a risk assessment of its’ business operations prior to deciding if security should be eliminated or added. A risk assessment will help an organization better protect its’ assets, people and the company from liability issues. Risk analysis will do the following: 1. Identify the assets in need of protection; 2. Identify the kind of risks that may affect the company assets; 3. Determine the probability of the risks occurring; 4. Determine what the consequences or end result would look like and the dollar amount of the potential loss. During the budgetary process, many businesses rush to slash security costs because of the potential savings. When they do so, they could be leaving the company in greater risk. What would look like potential savings in the beginning might be very costly in the long run if a company suffers negative consequences from a security incident. Companies need to look at the overall picture prior to rushing into decisions; they need to ask themselves, what would the overall impact be to the company if we eliminated security from our budget? • Will their staff feel safe and secure? • What are the potential liabilities with reduced security coverage? • Will their building be more vulnerable with the reduction in security? • What would be the consequence of a security incident? • Would the business be able to operate at maximum capacity? • What would the social impact be if there is a security incident? • Are there less expensive security measures that could protect the property equally or better than the current methods used? These are only some of the questions that a business needs to ask. Once a risk assessment is conducted, a company is in a better position to make an informed decision on the reduction or addition of security measures at their properties.
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A: MSP covers the yearly examination for children
Each service planned is as unique as the family that makes the arrangements. The same can be said for cemetery products.
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Experiencing muscle soreness after a hard workout is completely normal and stretching can have very little if any effect on reducing muscle soreness. The soreness you are feeling is referred to as delayed onset muscle soreness or DOMS and is attributed to small microtears in the muscle fiber as a result of strenuous exercise. These microtears can take anywhere from 24-72 hours to heal depending on the intensity of exercise. Stretching can help to maintain the elasticity of the muscle fibers but won’t necessarily eliminate muscle soreness. The best thing to do if you are feeling sore after a workout is to do some light aerobic activity like jogging, or cycling to increase blood flow to your muscles and accelerate the healing process.
Q: Does MSP cover my examination?
medical) the costs depend on the services, merchandise and final disposition method that the family chooses.
For more information, or for a free copy of your Family Registry, please contact Richmond Funeral Home at 604 273-3748.
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Tips for prevention: 1) Check and quickly fix all leaking pipes, fixtures, faucets, toilets, drains & sinks; 2) Caulk & seal all grout lines in showers, floors & counters; 3) Always use kitchen & bathroom fans when cooking/washing; 4) Immediately clean and completely dry all spills; 5) Exhaust all bathroom and kitchen vents outside; 6) Remove condensation from window sills, replace leaking skylights; 7) Fix all leaking appliances & HVAC equipment (water heaters, dishwashers, washing machines, boilers, A/C units and furnaces); 8) Clean & maintain the roof, flashing, gutters, seal exterior holes, caulk around windows, doors, & balconies; 9) Remove soil beds from the foundation wall, unclog all exterior drains, slope ground away from the home; 10) Seal entire crawl-space floor with a heavy duty moisture barrier. If you suspect a mold issue in your home, call me and I’ll help you out.
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arts & entertainment Jovanni Sy From Page 20 1. First play you saw? “The Gondoliers directed by Brian Macdonald at the Stratford Festival when I was 14. That’s probably when I fell in love with theatre. And, to this day, I adore Gilbert and Sullivan.” 2. Most challenging acting role you’ve had? “My role in the Canadian premiere of Richard Greenberg’s Take Me Out. My role was almost entirely in Japanese which I don’t speak. I worked with a tutor for three months to sound like a native-born Japanese baseball player. To further complicate things, Take Me Out has a notorious shower scene where all the actors are nude on stage. So all of the guys were hitting the gym every day.” 3. Your big break? “Appearing in the Canadian premiere of David Henry Hwang’s The Dance and the Railroad. That was another challeng-
ing role. I played a Chinese opera performer and had to train in Chinese opera with Xing Bang Fu for eight hours a day.” 4. Songs from what musical is your shower most familiar with? “It changes constantly but more often than not, it’s Sondheim. Lately, I have ‘Sunday in the Park with George’ on the brain. “ 5. How do Canadian plays rank in the world? “Seventeenth—just kidding. I can only speak to how English Canadian plays rank relative to plays from the U.S., U.K. and Commonwealth countries. I think our best plays measure up with everyone else’s. It’s a pity that Canadian drama isn’t as well known as British and American drama.” 6. Your ideal lunch? “Something light. If I’m at the Mad Greek, I’ll order a Greek salad with grilled salmon. At the American Grille, I usually order the spicy prawn and avocado salad.” 7. Favourite thing about Minoru
Park (Gateway doesn’t count)? “The about five or six not including the bunnies and ducks.” one I’m actually writing now. “ 8. At what age can a child begin 11. Favourite time of the year? to appreciate live theatre? “Autumn.” “Three or four—I’ve seen 12. A memorable gift some remarkable you’ve received? “For my theatre written for 40th, my sister and kids that young. That brother gave me said, it’s important an iPhone. This was to ensure that a play the first generation with... is appropriate for a iPhone that wasn’t young child on a case-byeven available in Canada at that case basis. For example, I think you’d time.” have to be at least six years old to 13. Best career advice you’ve come to the Gateway’s winter proreceived? “The same advice I pass duction of The King and I.” on to younger actors: you are not 9. Best theatre outside Canada? your work. Booking lots of gigs “I have to give a shout out to my doesn’t make you a better person colleagues at Theatre du Pif in Hong and being out of work doesn’t make Kong with whom I’ve enjoyed some you a worse person. Our worth is not wonderful collaborations. In the defined by our prospects.” States, I’m a big admirer of the work 14. Have you collaborated profesthat comes out of Steppenwolf in sionally with your wife Leanna Chicago.” Brodie? “Hardly at all. We were 10. How many plays are you just supposed to be in a play together waiting to write? “At last count it’s once but I herniated a disk just before
opening and had to be replaced. I remember we once performed the marriage proposal scene in Henry V for a charitable benefit.” 15. Best intermission refreshment or snack? “Coffee if I need a pick-meup. Otherwise, single malt whiskey.” 16. Best place to be, as director or playwright, when your play premieres? “Holding hands with my wife.” 17. Favourite way to exercise? “I work with Gary Dhillon of U-Rise. He’s fantastic.” 18. Your dream Broadway role? “To play Sweeney Todd or the Engineer in Miss Saigon.” 19. Your coffee shop beverage of choice? “Matcha latte, unsweetened. 20. What do you enjoy in your free time? “Learning new things. Right now, I’d really like to improve my Mandarin, which I started studying a few years ago, and my accordion playing—something I picked up two years ago.”
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What would you like to see a customer have with them when they visit The Firebox?
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It is always great to have a customer with a lot of questions prepared and who has information in hand about their pending project. I am always open to have conversations which lead up to us both learning and preparing for a successful installation and end result. Having information such as dimensions, pictures, plans, and even ideas showing what they would like to have a finished result allows me to understand their “wish list”. This, too, allows me to educate them on their options based on their unique situations For example, if they are working with a masonry fireplace, dimensions of their opening size, room size, and pictures quickly allow us to narrow down their options ensuring a good fit. If they are building a new house or renovating to add a new feature, then construction plans provide us the guidance. Finally, after narrowing down choices in our showroom, The Richmond Firebox is always happy to visit their home to review the options and provide an accurate quotation outlining everyone’s responsibilities.
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Oddly enough, less and less. Organized crime is getting very good at getting users to cough up their passwords so they don’t need the usual brute force methods to crack them — or malware to detect them. Once they have a password, in particular for an e-mail account, it’s a fairly simple matter to access other accounts. Most users have the same password, or simple variations of it, and the “forgotten password” feature will gladly send the criminals the rest of your passwords to your now hacked e-mail account. And it’s amazing what people store in their e-mail accounts. Credit card and banking info plus enough personal data to start setting up other bank and credit card accounts. I had to deal with one gent this week who had $30,000 plucked from his chequing line courtesy of his hacked e-mail account — and that’s just the beginning of his saga. Once burned, twice shy? Nope. I know a very well known denizen of Richmond, who’s otherwise no dummy, who’s had his e-mail account hacked three times in the last year. He gets fooled by newer versions of these insidious phishing e-mails that suck the passwords right out of him. His many friends and relatives, for whom organized crime now has all their e-mail addresses, probably now want to haul him up a handy Steveston yardarm. Everyone can now look forward to what’s called token or two layer authentication for accessing accounts. You’ll know what it is when you see it. It’s not convenient but passwords alone no longer work.
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Q: What can I do about my bruxism (excessive
Q: In addition to Real Estate, what
unconscious tooth grinding)?
other ways do you support the Richmond community?
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I currently am on the Board of Directors for Britannia Heritage Shipyard, and am involved with the Richmond Christmas Fund, as well as the REALTORS CARE® Blanket Drive. Here are some of the events I support that are coming up soon: Deb Robson • Seine Net Loft Building opening at Britannia Shipyards, Thursday, September 26, 2013 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Pet Friendly Real Estate www.richmond.ca. • Culture Days, artists, organizations and community groups are RE/MAX Westcoast hosting more than 75 free activities – September 27- 29, 2013. 110-6086 Russ Baker Way,
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First be sure your dentist is aware of the problem. The first option to deal with this, if it is a problem, is to have your dentist make you an occlusal splint (guard) to at least protect your teeth. They are typically made of acrylic and worn nightly. Properly made, they should provide an “ideal” occlusion or bite. They should allow the jaw to move easily letting the teeth slide around smoothly. This may help reduce jaw muscle strain. They also will show you and your dentist the extent, direction and location of your grinding problem especially after wearing it for some time. Splints can be made for either the upper or the lower teeth and there are different designs and materials used, but all require accurate moulds to be taken of the teeth to make models on which these appliances are fabricated. One popular material is a thermoplastic one which when placed in hot water softens to fit the teeth comfortably. This material however, tends to wear down faster than simply hard acrylic requiring more refinements for the bite, and is not repairable. Rigid acrylic fits a bit more snugly requiring some initial adjustments but withstands heavier grinding better. It is repairable and can be made with less bulk than the thermoplastic guard. Regardless of the material, if for some reason you stop wearing an appliance for a long period (weeks to months) the teeth will shift slightly over time and the appliance may not fit comfortably without having your dentist adjust the fit again. Like an orthotic in your shoe these appliances only work when we wear them. They provide most patients with some symptom relief depending on the nature of their bruxism and protect the teeth from excessive wear. However, for some people they will still clench their teeth on the appliance and their symptoms, in particular, muscle pain and headaches (especially when working), may not change. For those individuals we use a different appliance altogether. More on that one next time.
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Canadian-made Corolla aims to be No. 1 by Jim Robinson Special to Black Press
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t’s the largest volume selling car of all time, but can the Toyota Corolla still cut it after 47 years? Sold in 154 countries and produced in 16 locations around the world including Canada, Corolla accounts for 25 per cent of total sales for the biggest automaker on the globe. At the Canadian press launch of the 2014 Corolla held in Quebec City, the importance of the 11th generation compact sedan to Toyota’s viability was stressed repeatedly. Along with the Honda Civic, Corolla practically invented the compact car segment, building its reputation on quality, practicality and reliability. In fact, some 80 per cent of Corollas built in the Toyota Motor Manufacturing plant in Cambridge, Ont., are still on the road. To date, more than 1.3 million Corollas have been sold in Canada and it is the most massed produced car in history with more than 40 million and counting. Those core attributes remain unchanged in the 2014 Corolla that went on sale in Canada on Sept. 3. But what has changed is
Corolla’s attitude. During a reveal of the new car earlier this year in Ottawa, Toyota Canada officials joked that they would offer everything except beige paint. And it’s true the predominant colour reflected what made the Corolla strong in the minds of Canadian owners. It was a daily driver that could be used without worry and without price shock at the pump. But it was bland, bland, bland and slowly, Canadians shifted to more stylish offerings such as Elantra and Mazda3. Increasing consumers were seeking a compact sedan that offered a dash of panache along with economy and reliability. The first hint of design mojo was seen in January at the Detroit Auto Shown with that Corolla Furia Concept. All the styling cues from the Furia can be found on the 2014 Corolla from the deep and large trapezoid grille to the standard LED highlights set far back on the fenders to give a swept back line to the car. Folks, this is one car you have to see in the flesh, especially beside an older model. There will be four models: CE, LE, S and the new Eco with starting prices of $15,995, $19,215, $19,500 and $20,250 respectively. Buyers can chose from two versions of its 1.8-litre DOHC inline
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four-cylinder with 132 hp and 128 lb/ft of torque on the CE, LE and Sport and 140 hp and 126 lb/ft of torque on the Eco, which Toyota calls its most fuel efficient and powerful Corolla ever. Also new on the LE, S and Eco is a new Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) that Toyota calls the CVTi-S (I for intelligent, S for shift). The CVT is the first pulley-style unit in North America. The base CE has a four-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission. The Eco is a new trim model that uses the engine tuned for fuel economy and underbody panels
plus low rolling resistance tires for greater overall efficiency. The new Corolla’s suspension uses a Macpherson strut design for the front with a new, more rigid control arm design. A torsion beam arrangement is used for the rear. Both suspension layouts have been designed to take advantage of the additional body rigidity to provide improved handling responses and steering control. When journalists came back from driving the new Corolla, all they could talk about was the CVT. In manual shift mode, the CVT
BODY STYLE: four-door, fivepassenger compact sedan. DRIVE METHOD: front-engine, front-wheel drive. ENGINE: 1.8-litre litre fourcylinder (132 hp and 128 lb/ft and 140 hp and 126 lb/ft) with six-speed manual, four-speed automatic and CVT (seven speed) transmission CARGO CAPACITY: 369 litres (13 ft3) FUEL ECONOMY: (Regular) manual, 7.1/5.2/6.3L/100 km city/highway/combined; automatic, 7.4/5.4/6.5L/100 km; CVT, 6.8/4.9/5.9/L/100 km; CVT Eco, 6.5/4.6/57L/100 km PRICE: (Starting prices) CE, $15,995; LE, $19,215; S, $19,500; Eco, $20,250
has seven speeds actuated by paddle shifters. With the engine on full song, and the paddle shifters being played like a ragtime piano, crisp shifts up and down were felt through the steering wheel and the seat. This is the first CVT I’ve come across that’s fun to use and, unbelievably, in a car costing under twenty grand.
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Drop-top Ford Mustang turns plenty of heads by Neil Moore Special to Black Press
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uilding a winner right out of the gate can be both a blessing and a curse.
Take the first generation Ford Mustang for instance. Here’s a vehicle that began as a nice, tight and iconic sports coupe in the mid-sixties, morphing into a bloated monstrosity by 1971. And it gets worse. In response to the 1973 oil crisis, Ford turned its beloved pony car into a glorified Pinto. This smaller, lighter Mustang II was ‘powered’ (for lack of a better term) by a series of anemic four- and six-cylinder engines, and even a 5.0-litre that coughed out a paltry 140 horses. Matters slowly improved in later versions, culminating in a fourth-generation car (19942004) that in terms of performance returned the Mustang somewhat closer to its musclecar roots. But no matter what exterior mods were applied to this car— be it spoilers, lowered fascia, side scoops, whatever—it never held a candle to Ford’s first efforts. Which was why so many Mustang fans welcomed its retro return for the 2005 model year.
With the fabric top down, the 2014 Mustang V6 Convertible looks ready for fun in the sun. This least-expensive convertible option still has 305 horses under the hood.
I won’t delve into the numerous styling tweaks, new engines, etc. that have occurred since its 40th birthday, but will simply add that the current generation, which blends late 1960’s styling with today’s driver tech, now includes the best looking, best performing models to date. One of these was my tester for the week, the V6 ‘Premium’ Convertible. Premium trim is the only way you can order the Mustang droptop with V6 engine, making it the least expensive convertible option at $32,499, not including special incen-
tives at time of writing. Other convertibles include the GT with 5.0-litre V8 (420 hp, 390 lb/ ft) and the Shelby GT500 with 5.8-litre supercharged V8 (662 hp, 631 lb/ft). All that brawn is nice, but I was just fine tooling around town with Ford’s 305-hp 3.7-litre V6 under the hood. You can order the V6 Mustang with six-speed auto, but mine thankfully came with the standard-equipped six-speed manual. Its short-throw shifter is a joy to work, and the clutch has a nice, smooth takeup that gets you off the lights without drama.
What impressed me far more than any of this is the styling. I’ve tested vehicles costing three and four times the convertible’s sticker price that hasn’t turned nearly as many heads. Everywhere I drove, top up or down, I received warm smiles and thumbs-up, along with no shortage of praise from passersby almost every time I got in or out of the vehicle. All that for a design that’s now nearly a decade old. Of course, the “Gotta Have It” green paint job with black top and Mustang Club of America striping didn’t hurt. This $2,900 package adds a dark stainless steel billet grille, fog lamps, rear decklid spoiler, 18-inch aluminum wheels and more. Overall, the look is classic, yet clean, with an alchemy of dimensions, curves and character lines that somehow outshines even the most fetching models from the past. Ford engineers were equally meticulous on the inside. They’ve included a few wellchosen retro cues—like the old-school gauges and steering wheel—and have incorporated modern updates like a multi-info display between the speedo and tach, and controls for cruise, phone and audio on the wheel.
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Seafair introducing hockey for kids with developmental delays
by Don Fennell Sports Editor It’s an idea that is long overdue, but finally set to start. Thanks to the vision of Ken Hamaguchi and strong financial support from the local corporate community in the form of Boston Pizza, Seafair Minor Hockey is about to introduce a unique program for kids with development disabilities. “There is (at present) no hockey programs for players with special needs and at Seafair we want to grow the sport and make it accessible to as many kids as we can,” explains Hamaguchi, executive director of the local minor hockey association. “Players go on the ice with a parent, older sibling or volunteer and play hockey. For some, that might mean learning to skate, for others just be shooting pucks around, and for the more advanced players perhaps participating in a mini scrimmage.” Outside of his role as executive director for Seafair, Hamaguchi works as a behaviour consultant for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. As a result he
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knows first-hand there is a demand for a program like this. “Many of my clients do not participate in organized team sports because they have a hard time with all the rules, strategies and skill requirements. Yet like all Canadians, they love hockey,” he said. “This program does not give them a league to play in, but it gives them the opportunity to go on the ice and have some fun, in a very safe environment.” Hamaguchi said response to the initiative has been nothing shy of amazing. He said besides Seafair’s members, he’s had enquires from a number of social service agencies and families of children and adolescents with autism— from within and outside of Richmond—asking about the program. He has also had many requests from Richmond high schoolaged players asking if they could volunteer to assist with the program. The cost will be a modest $100 per player, but they must wear full equipment.
Locals retaining roles with 2015 BC U16 team Richmond’s contribution high performance events to BC Hockey’s provincial and he led Team BC to a program will continue gold medal at the 2012 through 2015 with Ryan Western Branch ChalWeber returning lenge. He spent as an assistant several seasons coach and Mitch coaching in the Pinsky as direcBC Major Midget tor of operations League with the for the 2015 Valley West Hawks and Greater Vanunder-16 boys’ couver Canadians. team that will Pinsky has compete at the served as a disCanada winter Games Feb. 13 RYAN WEBER trict evaluator for to March 1, 2015 in the BC Hockey high performance program Prince George. Weber has been in- since 2010. As director volved with Richmond, of operations, he helped South Delta and Seafair Team BC win the gold minor hockey associations medal at the 2012 Westover the past 10 years as ern Branch Challenge. The under-16 program a head coach, assistant coach and trainer. He plays an integral role in the has also been part of the development of BC Hockcoaching staff for various ey’s elite level players.
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“It’s simply just an introduction to hockey, and for some players that may be as far as they can go. But at least they get to go on the ice in a safe environment and have fun,” said Hamaguchi.“I expect it start slow and build momentum. I’m confident it will take off.” The first session is set to go Oct. 19. To register contact registrar Tina O’Connor at 604271-3702 or e-mail her at registrar@seafairhockey. com.
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RUNWAY OPERATIONS AT YVR SOUTH RUNWAY MAINTENANCE This fall, the south runway will be closed on several evenings to complete runway line painting. The north runway will be used for departures and arrivals during these closures. Because this work is weather-dependent, closure dates are flexible. Up-to-date information about the closures will be available at www.yvr.ca/noise. Closures, when they occur, will be between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
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BC Hockey to webcast Major Midget Games BC Hockey announced plans Thursday to provide live video coverage of BC Major Midget League regular-season games, which begin Saturday, on the Internet in partnership with PlayFullScreen. “As a league we are thrilled to be able to offer video streaming for all 11 of our teams,” said BC Major Midget League managing director Joe Downing. “Another added benefit is increased exposure for our players to the hockey world. Anytime we can make it easier for our players to be seen, the greater potential they have to get noticed. Finally, all of our teams through this program will have the ability to utilize the video as a teaching tool for the players, further enhancing this partnerships value.”
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Morningstar brings happiness to homeowners By Kerry Vital
Buying a home is one of the largest purchasing decisions most people will make in their lifetime. With so many things to consider like location, builder and price, to name a few, the process of finding the right home for you and your family can be stressful. However, when buying a new single family home from Morningstar Homes, a company whose promise is to create an oasis from todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fast-paced life, you really can sit
back and enjoy the process. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We take the guess-work out, by providing show homes that are tangible examples of what your home will be like,â&#x20AC;? says Deborah Calahan, vice-president of sales and marketing at Morningstar. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Prospective purchasers can walk through the show homes and choose which floor plan is right for them!â&#x20AC;? Morningstar prides itself on its reputation for building gorgeous homes and having great customer service. Calahan notes that â&#x20AC;&#x153;word-of-mouth is our best form of advertisingâ&#x20AC;?, and
has noticed a marked increase in friends and family referrals over the past five years. She often gets people inquiring about the homes who know someone who has already purchased a Morningstar home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comfort knowing that you have an endorsement from someone you know,â&#x20AC;? she says. Add that to Morningstarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brand recognition, reinforced by having seven successfully CONTINUED INSIDE
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Taking some time out on Burke Mountain By Kerry Vital
In the northeast part of Coquitlam rises Burke Mountain, a new community of familyfriendly neighbourhoods that is perfect for people who love the great outdoors while still being connected to everyday amenities. With a park within five minutes of every home on the mountain and new homes and amenities such as schools and shopping going up every day, it comes as no surprise that Burke Mountain is rapidly becoming a very popular place to live. One of the biggest developers currently
building on Burke Mountain is Morningstar Homes. They recently started sales on their eighth project, and are one of the largest single-family home builders in the neighbourhood. Outdoor lovers will find plenty to enjoy on Burke Mountain, with its system of trails that connects everything else in the neighbourhood. This makes the area incredibly pedestrian-friendly. In fact, Coquitlamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first green street was built on Burke Mountain, inside Morningstarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Belmont development. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also find playgrounds, parks and other outdoor spaces generously sprinkled around Burke Mountain. A community garden is also in the works, so you can exercise your green thumb. When the weather isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the best, you are within easy reach of shopping and dining opportunities at nearby Coquitlam Centre and the surrounding area. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also find transit located here as well, making your commute just a bit easier. TransLinkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Evergreen Line is expected to open in 2016,
making it even more simple. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also within 30 minutes of downtown Vancouver by car, and within 40 minutes of the Vancouver International Airport. However, you may not need to leave Burke Mountain at all. Among the commercial space that is currently under construction is Meridian Crossing. Subway and 7-Eleven are already open there, with other tenants expected to open this fall. Among them are Hiraku Sushi and a dental clinic. A village centre is also in the works with coffee shops, light retail and a community centre in the plans. Burke Mountain is currently home to several schools, with more due to be built in the future. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also close to Douglas Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coquitlam campus, as well as Simon Fraser University in Burnaby. The sense of community on Burke Mountain is readily apparent. If you take a walk around, you hear children playing, neighbours chatting and birds chirping. That feeling will only continue as the area grows.
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sold-out neighborhoods on Burke Mountain alone, which gives purchasers the added comfort and peace of mind that they are dealing with a reputable builder who stands behind the homes they sell. Already, Calahan says that buyers at Partington are telling her how happy they are with their purchase. “They’re genuinely happy with the buying experience,” she says. And they’ll be extremely happy with their new home when it’s completed later this year. Among the gorgeous features at Partington is a huge kitchen with a granite island, stainless-steel appliances and tons of room to entertain. The entire home is built in an open-plan layout, which takes advantage of every inch of space available. With three floorplans available, all around 3,800 square feet and with three or four bedrooms, there’s no shortage of space. Each comes with an unfinished basement and a large private yard with a patio or deck. Other beautiful parts of the home include a floor-to-ceiling linear fireplace, oversized windows, hardwood floors and a 19-foot vaulted ceiling. “We always make the most of our windows,” Calahan says. “This time, they’re extra big.” When you combine all of the features, every home is simply spectacular. “These homes are very well laid out,” Calahan says. “There’s a sense of grandeur here. People are noting the ‘wow’ of the house; it takes your breath away.” The grandest part of Partington is the phenomenal views available from every home. Looking out over Burke Mountain and Coquitlam, you truly feel like you’re among the clouds. Partington is perfectly located for homeowners to live the Burke Mountain lifestyle. The neighbourhood has been growing over the years and now includes schools, parks and trails. Partington opened for sale in July, and already 15 of the 45 homes have been sold. “We’re really pleased with the response,” Calahan says. Morningstar has long been setting the standard for homes in the neighbourhood, and Calahan says that continues with Partington. “We are one of the largest single-family builders here,” she says, adding “It’s a real happy balance between a planned neighbourhood and a custom home. We’ve really found the secret recipe for making the homeowners happy.” Homes at Partington start at $898,900. For more information, visit www. morningstarhomes.bc.ca, call 604-942-6370 or visit the sales centre at 1508 Dayton Street in Coquitlam.
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Homes at Partington are spacious and open, with huge windows, above, modern kitchens, below right, and soothing master bedrooms, some with an attached sitting area, below. However, it’s the views of Coquitlam and Burke Mountain at Partington that are truly spectacular, bottom. You’ll feel an instant sense of relaxation as soon as you enter your new home.
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Fischer, Karl Heinrich July 30, 1945September 16, 2013 With great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Karl on September 16th from a stroke with his family by his side. Survived by his beloved mother Meta, his wife Marilyn (Marnie), daughter Karin (Tony), son Mike (Kristin) Grandchildren Ryan, Robyn, Mikaela, Matthew, & Connor. Also much loved extended family & close friends. A celebration of Life will be held Thursday, Sept.26th at 2pm at the Richmond Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations to the childrens hospital would be appreciated.
WELSH, Kenneth David After a brief but bravely fought battle, Ken passed away September 7th surrounded in love by family, friends and his beloved Bantam. Survived by his daughter Bobbi (Wilf, Kenny, Kevin), siblings Rod (Marilyn, Kevin, Stephen), Lori, Marion (Jordan, Kailyn), Uncle Alex and Shirley Welsh and many good friends. Ken grew up in Richmond, raised his family, built his home and his business there. He was a hard working man who loved his family, fishing, hunting, playing guitar, piano and of course his animals. He was kind and generous to many over the years. He truly was the person who would give you the shirt off his back or the money in his pocket. Never expecting anything in return except we be kind to one another. He saw humour in almost everything and relied on this right to the end. He was a gentle soul and will be missed terribly. The family wishes to thank Anne Smith for her tireless care which allowed us to keep our promise to Ken to keep him home with us. We also wish to express our gratitude to Dr Heather Day for her dedication to Ken’s care and according to Ken be “the only doctor he actually wanted to see”. Celebration of Life to be held October 5th at 5:00pm at The Buck & Ear in Steveston. In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to your local animal rescue shelter. ~ GONE FISHING! ~
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A Great Janitorial Franchise Opportunity
• Annual Starting Revenue of $12,000 - $120,000 • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Professional Training Provided • Financing Available • Ongoing Support • Low Down Payment required A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Office Cleaning. Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com
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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)7235051Edson,Alta
Black Press is hiring a Digital and Print Traffic specialist based in Surrey, BC. Working with our BC national, digital and local sales divisions, this member of our ‘controller team’ will coordinate the scheduling and traffic of online campaigns as well as provincial print bookings. This individual provides inventory estimates, monitors campaign performance and tracks advertising data. They will provide analytics to both management and sales as required as well as scheduled reports. The position requires an organized individual who thrives on a fast pace without compromising detail. It is essential to enjoy delivering a high level of service to clients and colleagues alike.
CLEANERS
Light Duty and Heavy Duty Cleaners required for Ultra Tech Cleaning Systems in downtown & Burnaby areas.
Must have experience. Good pay. Apply in person or email: 201-1420 Adanac St., Vancouver info@utcs.com
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Power sweeping,power scrubbing and pressure washing. Must be hard working with a good attitude. Burnaby based. Must be available to work nights and weekends. Good driving record & abstract required. Experience and Air Ticket beneficial. Email: jobs@atlasg.net or Fax: 604-294-5988
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Must Have Valid TCP Certificate, Reliable Insured Vehicle And Provide A Clean Drivers Abstract!
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Supervisors
for Ultra Tech Cleaning Systems in downtown & Burnaby areas.
Must have experience in supervision & janitorial services. Good pay with benefits. Apply in person or email: 201-1420 Adanac St., Vancouver info@utcs.com
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Do you enjoy working with children? D E Early Childhood Educators not only teach children, they aim to help children c develop good habits in learning and in life. d
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FOOD & APPLIANCE PRODUCT SAMPLERS
Vancouver Fire and Radius Security is seeking a Qualified Manager for our Security Division.
Need To Get Out Of The House, Talk To People & Create Extra Income?
Competitive wage with full benefits package, profit sharing and RRSP matching. Apply with your resume today to:
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Try part-time work as a Food Demonstrator 6-10 days a month in local grocery, drug & department stores. Job Description: You must be a go-getter able to work on your own who enjoys talking to people & doing basic cooking. Great for men & women, seniors, retirees & mature adults.
Become a PLEA Family Caregiver.
PLEA provides ongoing training and support. A young person is waiting for an open door... make it yours. 604.708.2628 caregiving@plea.bc.ca www.plea.ca
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Hiring 1 full time, permanent food counter attendant at Taj Enterprises Ltd Dba Subway Unit 3740 Chatham St. Richmond BC, Salary $10.30/hour. Basic English language and High school education required, Experience an asset but not really required. Please forward your resume to: tajsubway@hotmail.com
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ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627
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FRASER SHINGLES AND EXTERIORS. Sloped Roofing / Siding Crews needed at our Edmonton branch. Great wages. Own equipment is a MUST. For info contact Giselle @ 780 962 1320 or at email: giselle@fraserexteriors.com
Trailer Mechanic
Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position.
Required Immediately.
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CONCRETE & PLACING
Semi-Retired w/ workshop • Custom Cabinet Design • Cabinet & Furniture Repair Small carpentry jobs WELCOME! * Over 40yrs. woodworking exp.*
Daryl 604-817-3028 PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates.
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COMPLETE Handyman Services. Tile, drywall, carpentry, paint, flooring. All repairs. Dan 604-761-9717
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
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DRYWALL - 30 Years Exp. Reliable Work - Res. & Comm.
Mike 604-789-5268
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FITZ ELECTRIC. New build. Residential. Tenant Improvements. Com Reno’s, Lighting rebates. work 778-231-8332, www.fitzelectric.net YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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14100177 2nd Ave, 3rd Ave, 4th Ave 14100230 First Ave, Chatham St 14100232 Second Ave, Third Ave, Fourth Ave 14100241 Broadway St, Fifth Ave 14100244 2nd Ave, 3rd Ave, 4th Ave, Georgia St 14100277 Bayview, English, Ewen, Gerrard, Hayashi, Moncton 14201154 5000 Blk Williams Rd 14202011 Desmond Ave/ Rd, Earlmond Ave 14202022 Diamond Rd 14202023 9000 Blk No 1 Rd, Osmond Ave, Pendlebury Rd 14202025 Chapmond Cres, Piermond Rd 14202262 4000 Blk Francis Rd 14203232 Fairlane Rd, Fairway Rd 14203240 Cairnmore Pl, Elsmore Rd, Newmore Ave, Pacemore Ave 14203260 Lancelot Dr, Gt 14800043 Mara Cres, Skaha Cres 14800082 Alta Crt, Azure Rd, Kalamalka Cres 14800084 Azure Rd/ Gate, Christina Rd, Otter Pl, Tranquille Pl 14901020 2000 Blk River Rd, Westminster Hwy 14901032 Garnet Dr, Jade Crt, Tiffany Blvd/ Pl 14901035 Sapphire Pl, Tiffany Blvd 14902054 3000 Blk Granville Ave 14902120 Anvil Cres, Winchelsea Cres 14903050 5000 Blk No 1 Rd 14903060 Easterbrook Rd, Murchison Rd, Reeves Rd, Webster Rd 14903064 Riverdale Dr 14903065 Riverdale Dr, Stonecrop Ave 14903070 Cornwall Crt, Dr, Pl 14903071 Forsyth Cres, Westminster Hwy (4245-4991) 14903072 Forsyth Cres 14903073 Gibbons Dr, Tiffin Cres 14903074 McCallan Rd, Tilton Rd 14903076 Gibbons Dr, Westminster Hwy (4020-4240) 14903079 Hankin Dr, Musgrave Cres 14903085 Dunsmuir Cres, Semlin Crt/ Dr 14903089 River Rd, Vermilyea Crt
GARDENING
Needed for Alive Sports Injury Chinese Medicine Center, 7918 Granville Street, Vancouver. You will provide secretarial support, schedule and confirm medical appointments, prepare confidential medical reports and correspondence; prepare meeting materials and take minutes; maintain electronic scheduling and booking patient referrals; administer and maintain financial records; maintain a variety of databases. You need to have a college education, excellence in communication and interpersonal skills within a professional environment, ability to meet deadlines and priorities. Experience is a strong asset.
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Duties Will Include: • Shipping & receiving orders • Getting shipping quotes and coordinate freight pickups • Moving product to appropriate warehouse storage areas • Keeping inventory updated
H/R Manager 6120 Comstock Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 2X4
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MEDICAL/DENTAL
Salary: $18/hour. Email: alive7918vancouver@gmail.com attn: Ruby Ye
Pay starts at $10.50/hr. Training provided in North Burnaby.
• Flexible Schedules • Health/Dental Benefits Available • Opportunities for Advancement
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
Food Counter Attendant
Requirements: • Fully fluent in English • Own a car to carry supplies • Be well groomed & bondable • Able to carry medium weight equipment into stores.
Experienced Quick Service Restaurant Management Required
14301274 Cormorant Crt, Steveston Hwy 14600810 6000-8000 Blk No 5 Rd 14302277 8000 Blk Railway Ave 14302311 Lucas Rd, Minler Rd, Mirabel Crt 14401650 Bromfield Pl, Mortfield Crt, Pl, Rd 14401660 Ainsworth Cres, Maddocks Rd 14301210 Dylan Pl, Houseman Pl/ St, Spender Dr/ Crt, Yeats Cres 14402450 Albion Rd, Aquila Rd 14401540 South Arm Pl, 9000 Williams Rd 14401535 8000 Williams Rd 14302273 Carmel Rd, Cathay Rd, Chemainus Dr, Clearwater Dr, Gate, Colbeck Pl, Rd 14002273 11000-12000 Blk No 2 Rd 14302321 8220, 8240 No 2 Rd (Townhomes) 14302320 8000 Blk of No 2 Rd 14304052 9000 Blk NO 2 Rd 14600672 Seahurst Pl, Rd, Seaward Crt, Gate, Seaway Rd 14401654 Mersey Dr, Rochdale Dr, Southport Rd 14002261Bittern Crt, Egret Crt, Goldeneye Pl, Puffin Crt, Sandpiper Crt 14402482 Anglesea Dr, Ashcroft Ave 14401657 Berry Rd, Southgate Pl, Southgate Rd 15101030 Beckwith, Charles, Douglas, Sexsmith, Smith 14701366 6000 Blk No 4 Rd 14701370 9000 blk Alberta Rd 15102031 10000 Odlin Rd 14500482 8000 Heather St 14500430 Dayton Ave, Dixon Ave, Myron Crt 15101026 Patterson Rd, Tuttle Ave 15101024 9000 Blk Cambie Rd, Garden City Rd, Odlin Rd
HOME CARE/SUPPORT
Availability: contracts would consist of 2-3 days on Fri. Sat. and/or Sun. (must be able to work all 3 days) from 11-5 or 6.
10 Full Time Positions Available
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Applicants should have proven management skills leading 5 or more people. Industry experience an asset.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
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GARDENING SERVICES 21 yrs exp. Tree topping, pruning, trimming, power raking, aeration, cleanup. $15/up. Michael 604-240-2881
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ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up. 25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576
329 PAINTING & DECORATING www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs
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Visit our website to check out and register for hundreds of parks, recreation and cultural programs.
kudos
www.richmond.ca/ register
Richmond Chinese Community Society directors and youth group volunteers at the Mid-Autum Festival Celebration held at Lansdowne Centre last weekend.
Kudos is a weekly feature showcasing announcements, achievements and good deeds happening around town. E-mail submissions to news@richmond review.com
Justin Lam photo Mayor Malcolm Brodie and Harvest Power CEO Paul Sellew at the launching of Harvest Power’s Energy Garden—the largest commercial-scale high solids anaerobic digester in North America. The Energy Garden is located at Harvest’s site in Richmond and has the capacity to convert up to 40,000 tonnes of food and yard waste per year from area homes, businesses, restaurants and supermarkets into clean energy and compost.
M&M Meat Shops Francis Rd owners Jason and Barb Davidson serve a burger to Amanda Bostik during their fundraising barbecue to support the building of an accessible playground in Richmond. The barbecue raised $400.
Viking River Cruises & Ocean Cruises!
Marta Novkovic, branch manager at Maritime Travel, Richmond, is pleased to introduce Tracey Harms to the team. This team can offer yo u a wealth
Join Maritime Travel (Richmond) and Kim Lucy of Viking River Cruises for a presentation about Viking River Cruises & Ocean cruising, through Europe, Asia & beyond.
of experience and advice in planning your dream vacation! Whether it’s a wedding or honeymoon package to the Caribbean, Cruising the Seven Seas, or a family vacation in Mexico …we can bring your vacation dreams to life!
Thursday, September 26th ɿ 6:30 pm Maritime Travel - Garden City Shopping Centre
Marta and Tracey invite all past and future clients to call or visit at: Garden City Shopping Centre, 175 - 9040 Blundell Road Richmond 604 303 8782
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Marta Novkovic CTC, MCC Branch Manager, Certified Travel & Cruise Consultant mnovkovic@maritimetravel.ca Direct line 604-303-8742
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12 or 24 Easy Payments! No Interest! No Fees! Ask for Details!
Maritime Travel has been operating since 1949, with 87 locations nationwide. • www.maritimetravel.ca
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