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Students send questions into space Audio connection established with International Space Station

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by Jacqueline Langen Contributor School assemblies have reached new limits as H.J. Cambie Secondary School students got the chance to connect with the International Space Station yesterday morning. The Richmond Amateur Radio Club established an audio connection with International Space Station for a period of seven minutes. Richmond students got the chance to speak with Japanase astronaut, Koichi Wakata. “We had a contest on our website and students were able to submit their questions…We ended up having about 150 questions and we only needed 20,” said Cambie science teacher Karen Ibbott. Although a connection was made, the clarity of Wakata’s responses was barely audible. When asked what may have caused the interference, Richmond Amateur Radio Club director Urey Chan said that the International Space Station orbit level was lower than planned. To establish the best connection, an orbit of approximately 70 degrees would be optimal, but this morning’s connection was

Jacqueline Langen photo Grade 12 student Richard Marohn (posing with a cutout of Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield) says that prior to the International Space Station event he had no intention of becoming an astronaut. But now, the thought of going to space interests him greatly.

made with the International Space Station orbiting at 48 degrees. Chan said that the station orbiting at a lower level may cause the connection to be disrupted by other satellites. Grade 12 student Richard Marohn was looking forward to the event and dressed for the occasion in a blue NASA space uniform. Morohn had earlier pitched a video he and another student made to the

Richmond board of education proposing Cambie host the special event. “The video talked about how this is going to be a once in a lifetime experience for the students here and gave a brief run down of what we’d actually be doing,” he said. Ibbott had the initial idea to contact the International Space Station and Richmond school trustees endorsed it. “It’s giving students the chance to really connect

with learning in a different way,” said board of education chair Donna Sargent. Cambie teachers are also incorporating space education into a number of different courses, hoping to get students more interested in science and technology. Home economics classes are adopting recipes used by astronauts. Math and science classes are building robot models while learning about surface area. And Ibbott is cur-

rently germinating tomatoes seeds— brought back to earth from space by Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield—in her science classes. “In a world of 21st century learning, opportunities such as the Richmond Amateur Radio or the International Space Station program allow us to transform the learning process and engage students beyond the walls of the classroom,” Cambie vice-principal Erica Schmidt said.

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A drunk driver drove himself straight into the Richmond RCMP’s parking lot Thursday morning —following a crime spree that included vehicle theft and multiple hit and runs and stretched across the Lower Mainland. The 28-year-old Vancouver resident was driving a 1994 Honda Civic that had been reported stolen in Vancouver earlier that morning. Police were on the driver’s tail as he emerged into Richmond out of the Massey Tunnel but were surprised when shortly after the driver attempted to flee, he turned on to No. 5 Road and pulled into the first available parking lot, which conveniently belonged to the Richmond RCMP. The police promptly arrested the man, who is known to police, without incident and he is awaiting charges relating to vehicle theft, driving under the influence and multiple hit and runs. Despite the early morning entertainment the driver may have provided, Cons. Veronica Fox of the Richmond RCMP warns that while “drive-in policing” may be humourous, “impaired driving presents a considerable risk to public safety and is treated very seriously by the police.”

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Name picked for downtown community centre Council picks new name, but construction has yet to begin by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter It’s official. City council has chosen a name for the much-anticipated community centre now under construction in City Centre: City Centre Community Centre. It’s hardly novel, but the name is in keeping with Richmond’s tradition of naming community centres by the neighbourhoods they serve. “Other names were considered, however, keeping a consistent naming practice with the other community centres, and creating a link to the association who will partner with the city on the facility’s operation were considered to be a priority,” said Elizabeth Ayers, manager of community recreation services, in a report to council. Councillors approved the name Monday, well ahead of the community centre’s completion. Originally slated to open this fall, that’s now when the building’s shell is expected to be ready for outfitting. Scheduled to open in the summer of 2015, the 33,000-square-foot facility will boast a large fitness studio, multipurpose rooms, arts space, a “community living room” and large lobby spaces for informal gathering. It’s being built at 5900 Minoru Blvd. as part of Quintet, a five-tower residential development now under construction. Canada Sunrise Development Corp., a Canadian subsidiary of the Malaysian firm UEM Sunrise Berhad, is behind the project, which also includes space for a new campus of Trinity Western University.

Matthew Hoekstra photo A bus shelter advertisement from SUCCESS at Cambie and No. 5 roads is promoting counselling services for gambling addiction.

Herbal store targeted by break-in bandits

Bus shelter ads fuel language debate

Brazen robbery on Sunday night at No. 3 Road strip mall by Katya Slepian Contributor Richmond RCMP are investigating a brazen break-in that occurred around 6:30 p.m. on Sunday at a Chinese herbal store in a strip mall at 4640 No. 3 Rd., just south of Cambie. Police were called to the scene by a witness who reported a robbery taking place at the store. The bandits broke through the glass at the front of the store to get at the herbs, some of which can be worth more than their weight in gold. The break-in occurred during store hours and two of the three employees present suffered minor injuries. A year ago, local Mounties were dealing with dozens of break-ins that had plagued Chinese herbal medicine stores since the summer of 2012. Four arrests were made in January 2013 in con-

nection with earlier herbal store robberies. The inicidents brought the Richmond Chinese business community, the Richmond RCMP and the City of Richmond together, and local businesses were urged to implement stricter security measures to discourage further break-ins. The perpetrators of this latest break-in are believed to have escaped prior to police arriving on the scene but the RCMP hopes that the central location of the mall means that there will be witnesses. “The mall was fairly busy around the time of the robbery and we know people saw the suspects (so) we are hoping those witnesses will come forward to assist in this investigation,” said Richmond RCMP. Cpl. Stephanie Ashton. “We will have Mandarin speaking officers available to speak with anyone who has information about this robbery.” If you have any information about this robbery, please contact the Richmond RCMP at 604-2781212 or to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Government-funded charity exclusively targets Chinese-language speakers in new campaign by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter A public advertisement from a government-funded charity entirely in the Chinese language is further “fragmenting” a city with Canada’s highest proportion of foreign-born residents, says a longtime resident. SUCCESS, a social service agency that offers immigrant settlement services, recently launched a new bus shelter advertisement offering support for people with a gambling addiction. But the ad features only Chinese characters, apart from a name and phone number, which leads to a Chinese voice message. Kerry Starchuk, who unsuccessfully lobbied the City of Richmond last year to regulate language on signs to include English, called the ad disappointing and more commonplace. “SUCCESS is to be helping the immigrants integrate into the community. When I found out this was in Chinese, I don’t think this is helping them integrate at all,” she said. “You’re not helping the immigrants, you’re enabling them.” Private corporations are also targeting Chinese-language speakers in exclusive advertising. Starchuk, a Blundell area resident, recently received a letter from Shaw

advertising its services using only Chinese. Ads in other public places around Richmond show firms such as Rogers, Fido and Telus using the same tactic. “We are seeing the shortcomings of multiculturalism,” said Starchuk. SUCCESS has no intention of alienating anyone with the ad, said CEO Queenie Choo in an interview Thursday. She said it’s meant to specifically target Chineselanguage speakers, who the program is aimed at helping in the event of problem gambling. “The intent is to really get to those people who may not be able to appreciate the English advertising. We wanted to really reach out to those people so that they would be able to get help.” Choo believes Chinese storefronts should also include English on their signs, but insisted the SUCCESS ad is different, as it aims to help a hard-to-reach population loath to admit a gambling problem. “It’s very difficult to reach out,” said Choo. “It’s a very sensitive issue to people.” SUCCESS had revenues of $21.6 million in 2013, according to tax records filed with the Canada Revenue Agency. Nearly three-quarters of its funding came from government. Beyond settlement services, the charity also offers services in language training, employment, counselling, economic development, health care and housing. Henry Beh, executive director of the Richmond Chinese Community Society, said all his society’s correspondence is bilingual—English and Chinese. The society assists Chinese Canadians “in the

“The intent is to really get to those people who may not be able to appreciate the English advertising. We wanted to really reach out to those people so that they would be able to get help.” — Queenie Choo process of integration and assimilation” with mainstream society. Beh noted there’s no law requiring agencies to post bilingual signs or advertising, but he believes both languages should be used. “We’re trying to show that we respect each other,” he said. One year ago, a delegation armed with a 1,000-name petition urged Richmond council to put a stop to the proliferation of signs with only a foreign language. Council took no action, but later did throw a bone to the group with its Richmond Social Development Strategy. Intended to guide the city on social development matters over the next decade, the strategy listed an ongoing measure to prevent and respond to racism: “[T] hat any wording on business signage and/or city documentation prominently includes the English language.”the strategy listed an ongoing measure to prevent and respond to racism: “[T]hat any wording on business signage and/or city documentation prominently includes the English language.”

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Stephen Harper touts Asian trade at Richmond fish plant PM visited Canfisco staff following a landmark trade deal in Asia by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Prime Minister Stephen Harper toured a Richmond fish plant Wednesday afternoon, a day after announcing Canada’s first trade deal with an Asian market. RCMP locked down access to the Canada Fishing Company plant on Rice Mill Road ahead of the arrival of Harper, who met with executives and workers of the longtime plant better known as Canfisco. It was a rare local appearance for Canada’s top politician, whose Conservative party has comfortably owned both Richmond ridings for the last two terms. But Harper is keen to trumpet his government’s success in opening up markets

Matthew Hoekstra photo Rick Pughe, vice-president of operations for Canfisco, shows Prime Minister Stephen Harper the Richmond plant’s distribution centre. Industry Minister James Moore (left) accompanied Harper on the tour.

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Playful art to finish child care centre Cranberry Children’s Centre in Hamilton scheduled for completion this summer by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter City council didn’t waste time sitting on the fence this week before approving a new public art installation in East Richmond. The artwork will be installed at the future city-owned child care centre in Hamilton— and become part of the fence. The $10,000 art project will replace selected wood pickets with coloured metal varieties, each with its own colourful animal character. Named the Cranberry Children’s Centre and scheduled for completion this summer, the facility is a result of a rezoning agreement for a neighbouring bus operations and maintenance facility. As part of the agreement, the city netted a onehectare site at 23591 Westminster Hwy. and $1.77 million in cash to build the child care centre. The Society of Richmond Children’s Centres will operate the 33-space, 3,400-square-foot facility. Public art will be designed by Ron Hart and Michael Fugeta, whose proposal—one of 14 received by the city—won unanimous favour from a five-member panel and supported by council’s Public Art Advisory Committee. “The committee noted the selected art-

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Ethel Tibbits Women of Distinction Awards handed out today by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Local dignitaries gathered today at the Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport to celebrate the accomplishments of local women at the 21st annual Ethel Tibbits Women of Distinction Awards. The fundraiser for Chimo Community Services’ Nova House—a shelter for women and their children escaping domestic violence—recognizes women for the contributions they’ve made to the community in five categories: sports, arts, youth, community and

business. This year’s pioneer winner is Mary Gazetas, the former Richmond Review columnist who passed away in 2012. She was recognized for her boundless passion for heritage, for founding the Fruit Tree Sharing Project (which evolved into the Richmond Sharing Farm) and for championing local causes. The Ethels are named after the pioneering editor of The Richmond Review, a firebrand in the community who used the newspaper as a soapbox to speak out against the internment of the Japanese during the Second World War.

Former South Arm worker repays association $100,000 for theft Robert Yoneda promising to pay back remaining money by Jacqueline Langen and Martin van den Hemel Reporters A “serious gambling disorder” has earned former South Arm Community Association worker Robert Yoneda an 18-month conditional sentence. The 39 year old appeared in Richmond provincial court on Wednesday, where Judge Ray Low sentenced him after plead ingguilty to embezzling $153,713.96 from the association. Yoneda’s lawyer, Vincent Michaels, said his client immediately took responsibility for his actions shortly after the funds were discovered missing and he was confronted. He’s currently working three jobs to make amends, and with his family’s help, has repaid about twothirds of what he stole. “He admitted his responsibility to his association, the day after he was confronted,” Michaels told The Richmond Review. “At the end of the day he took

advantage of lax quality controls,” Michaels said in court. The City of Richmond was in fact part of the approval process for the very checks that he embezzled, he added. Over a five-year period, Yoneda forged signatures on cheques, created falsified documents and used a company credit card to pay off “bookies” he had become in debt to from his sporting bets. A psychiatric diagnosis was presented by counsel, declaring Yoneda had a gambling disorder. Yoneda’s initial gambling problem began in the mid ‘90s with sports betting, particularly NFL football games, court was told. Crown counsel Todd Follett presented a $100,000 cheque to a representative of the South Arm Community Centre Association on behalf of Yoneda and his family. The Yoneda family plans to repay the remaining $53, 713.96 sooner rather than later, the court was told. Micheals agreed that the situation was a breach of trust and that the offence was committed from substantial gambling addiction. “The matter of theft was not a sophisticated one. My client struggled with gambling for 10 years before he stole from his employer,” said Michaels.

Yoneda’s 18-month conditional sentence includes 6 months of house arrest—where he can’t leave his home except for work and emergencies—followed by a six-month curfew of 10 p.m., and concludes with 100 hours of community service to be completed in the final half year. He also received a three-year term of probation. Yoneda had no previous criminal record and before delivering his sentence, Judge Low noted that Yoneda demonstrated genuine repent toward the South Arm Community Association and the greater community. “I’m very remorseful and very sorry to the City of Richmond, South Arm Community association, my friends and family that this occurred,” said Yoneda. Yoneda had nearly a dozen friends and family members present to support him. During a court intermission, Crown council expressed that the group’s support may influence the judge’s decision that there is a strong and healthy road to recovery for Yoneda’s gambling disorder. According to the psychiatric report, Yoneda remains at risk to commit gambling offence again, but if he is counseled and monitored his disorder can remain under control.

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EDITORIAL: Recycling program needs to be rethought

he provincial push for a producer-pay recycling system is based on the concept of charging manufacturers whose products contribute to the waste stream, such as plastic packaging. But the soon to become government-mandated program is going to penalize some unfairly, including citizens. For instance, it will hit the newspaper industry with a 20 cent per kilogram cost for its “packaging” – the very paper the newspapers are printed on. That vested interest aside, it’s debatable whether the new system will achieve its environmental goals, while simultaneously driving up costs for consumers. Although the MMBC collection system may have benefits for communities that currently do not have adequate curbside recycling programs, it is not needed in Richmond, where the city has been achieving high rates of waste diversion through its own recycling and compost collection. For those cities that hold out on joining MMBC for the time being, that comes at a cost, since MMBC will provide no subsidy for com-

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munities whose programs don’t conform to their standards. Consumers would effectively pay the cost of recycling twice, as producers build the price of the MMBC program into their products, and taxpayers foot the bill for curbside

pickup. Though MMBC recently provided exemptions for small businesses, it will also negatively impact local economic engines such as berry farming, where consumer preference drives the use of plastic

clamshell containers for retail sales – dumping the cost onto farmers, and ultimately, customers. This is a program that needs to be put on hold and reconsidered in its entirety. —Black Press

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nless one wants them to be scythed at the knees, now is the time to support the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) and the commission that stewards it. The debris from two cabinet ministers’ klutzy comments has already hampered the commission. As the Richmond com-

munity, most of us would like to help, and it’s for our benefit too. To act, Garden City Conservation delivered this open letter to Richard Bullock, chair of the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC). _______________ Dear Richard Bullock: In service to the community, the Garden City Conservation Society must blow the whistle on a stratagem to slip contra-ALR uses onto Richmond’s ALR central park, the Garden City Lands. This matter will impact the ALR future of the lands and the province. Our perspective: We aim to help steward the natural legacies of the Garden City Lands with ALR uses for community wellness. Along with food security, the ALR uses would include ecological and open-land park ones. We are open to a spectrum of lawful uses. ALC history: In 2006 and 2009, the commission refused to exclude the lands from the ALR, rejecting the owners and the City of Richmond. In 2010, thanks to those decisions, the city was able to obtain

the property. The price reflected the ALR zoning, with a premium to escape a bad deal. Citizens’ input to the ALC has embraced the ALR value of the lands, even when the city and its partners skewed the issue. Sadly, the skewing continues in a city project to enhance the ALR park: the city’s concept for the park is camouflaging contra-ALR features. The stratagem: The worst contra-ALR use in the city’s concept is “Community Field.” It slipped out that “Community” is doublespeak for “Organized Soccer,” with five fields. For good reason, the proponents have previously mocked the idea of grass fields on the lands, so grass would give way to synthetic turf, along with parking lots. Also, they have long coveted the lands for sports complexes such as arenas and aquatic centres. The city is now neglecting the restorable sphagnum bog, a millennia-old ecological legacy with agricultural significance. With the city’s concept, it would

Richard Bullock, chair and chief executive, Agricultural Land Commission.

deteriorate faster, paving the way for sports buildings if anyone would pay for them. Faux consultation: The city has hosted two big events to market the Garden City Lands as a blank canvas waiting for a legacy to appear. The events fostered enthusiasm and learning despite the false premise and contraALR aspect. However, the climactic survey is not-atall valid; in fact, its design wards off the chance of other views affecting the findings. Better options: If more playing fields are now

needed, the city could restore some of the fifty grass fields that were “released” when the city brought in artificial turf fields. In neighbourhoods that “opt in,” the old fields could be upgraded for teams and informal play. Another location for fields was the large park just north of the Garden City Lands that the city has cancelled even though the ALC had, in effect, pointed it out for amenities in a 2006 staff report. Community benefit: The true legacies of the Garden City Lands are hurting, but our ALR central park can be salvaged with a focus on celebrating the ALR, not outwitting the ALC. The park would celebrate the ALR legacy of the lands, the Garden City and the province. Request: Help our central park be wonderful—not bad—for the ALR. Everyone wins. Jim Wright is president of the Garden City Conservation Society. He blogs at GardenCityLands. wordpress.com.

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Editor: Re: “Coast Capital sets record straight on director compensation,” Richmond Review. First, I am all for keeping the record straight. Before 2007, members of Coast Capital Savings voted annually on director compensation. Since then, directors set their own compensation. Within three years the chairman’s stipend went from $33,000 to $178,173. In 2011, director compensation at Coast Capital was over twice that of Vancity Savings. Mr. Wellburn, the board chair, does not deny the numbers but steadfastly maintains the board has done only what the membership wants. Just one problem: 80 per cent of the members do not agree with Wellburn’s self-serving tale. In last year’s election members voted to return to the pre-2007 method, allowing the members to set director pay. Is that what the board is now proposing? No! The upcoming vote, which is from March 14-April 8, will ask members to approve a philosophy of director compensation within which directors can blithely continue to set their own pay. This is contrary to what the members asked for last year. Second, Mr. Wellburn does not deny that Coast Capital places a gag order on all candidates so that only board-recommended candidates have a chance of getting elected. Instead he defends such practises with, “We believe this is a democratic process.” Drawing rules so that only board-approved candidates succeed makes the election a hollow farce. Third, in his letter Mr. Wellburn boasts about Coast Capital’s good performance, intimating that high director pay equals high performance. Business In Vancouver compared B.C.’s six largest credit unions. An analysis of their numbers indicates that Coast Capital ranks last in every measurement, except size. (biv.com/article/20130122/BIV050129987/-1/ BIV/biggest-credit-unions-in-bc-ranked-by-2011-assets) In addition, last year Coast Capital donated $5 million to community charities, while Vancity Savings donated $18 million to charities. Had Coast Capital contributed $13 million it would have approached Vancity’s success. As is, Coast Capital does not even come close. Coast Capital directors are paid significantly more that Vancity directors, yet their performance is substantially lower. Mr. Wellburn, you can fool some of the people all of the time but you cannot fool all of the people all of the time. Nick Loenen Richmond

Editor: Paris and Axel seem to have pushed the bureaucrats at Richmond City Hall beyond all reason. Richmond Animal Protection Society has a very clear “no kill” policy, and the city adopted that policy when RAPS took over the shelter. The city employees of who are responsible for the city shelter should be listening to the advice of all the experts who have provided information to confirm that these animals are not a danger to the community. They should be returned to their owners before their health deteriorates further. Carol Reichert will be very sadly missed at the city shelter and those of us who support the no kill policy of RAPS will continue to hold the city accountable for their actions. B. Johnston Richmond

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Outside of Richmond Hospital, there exists a vast network of health care services in our community to help patients— or clients as they’re often known—to provide the necessary services as they transition from being in the hospital to their very own bed at home. Home care spans a broad continuum of services for people of many ages, many diverse backgrounds, and many needs that are better cared for at home rather than in a hospital. Some examples include managing pain, medications and chronic diseases, caring for wounds, helping people with their intravenous therapies or discontinuing chemotherapy. Perhaps most profoundly, health care team members often help individuals and families deal with issues when a loved one chooses to stay at home at the end of life’s journey. I’d like to introduce to you Martha LeDrew. Martha is one of the many exceptional home care nurses on our team and represents the compassionate and expert health care professionals that Richmond is known for. Martha, a Steveston resident, has been a nurse for 33 years and has worked as a home care nurse here in Richmond for 12: “I’m passionate about home care nursing as I feel I truly make a positive

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difference in the lives of clients and their families. “I work with an entire team: other nurses, a dietician, a wound care specialist…there’s also a palliative care physician and a palliative care social worker. We have home support workers and schedulers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and we have case managers. Sometimes, depending on the client, you may speak with all of these people on the same day. It’s true patientcentered care here.” “A lot of my role is teaching. We try to involve clients in their own care. For example, if they require IV care, we teach them how to change the battery in their pump and their own medication bags.” “Clients have a lot of questions. We may also get a lot of questions from the rest of the family. Many people are very scared, particularly when dealing with palliative care…but they are all very grateful for us being able to come to them at home. We truly care for the entire family.” “Many of our clients are elderly, but occasionally we have had children who have had burns and require frequent dressings in the home. We have some children on IV pumps and we have to change their dressings… We visit new moms who require wound care because of their caesarian sections. It’s a real variety of ages.” “Because I’m in the client’s home, I’m able to spend more time one on one unlike being on a ward. The relationships often become pretty deep as a result. I feel so fortunate to be able to get to know so many people in our community. “The one-on-one aspect of home care always

Last week I wrote about a recent case involving the interpretation of a Will, only to have reasons be released in another case involving Will interpretation. It does seem to indicate that this is a litigious area of the law, such that it’s useful to be clear and careful in drafting a Will (though it doesn’t end there). In this recent case, Re Ali Estate, the deceased died in 2008 with a fairly large Estate, consisting mainly of shares in a private company. The deceased’s brother and a daughter, named Co-Executors in the Will, contested the interpretation of the Will. The issue for the Court was how to interpret the words “my interest in the company.” Among the company’s assets were two shareholders’ loans, owing to the deceased when he died. The two loans are assets (receivables) to the Estate, and the interpretation would decide who was entitled to those assets. The Court referred to the rules governing Will interpretation, which can be summarized as being the “Armchair Rule”: the Court puts itself in the position of the Will maker when he or she made their Will, and then construes the Will’s language, taking into account the surrounding facts and the circumstances that the Will maker knew. The Court found the dictionary meaning of the word “interest,” and held that an “interest” in a company was more than just the ownership of shares in the company. Therefore, Mr. Ali, in the bequest to him of 70% of the deceased’s “interest” in the company, received not only 70% of the shares, but also 70% of the two loans due to the Estate. Beyond the simple need to be careful in drafting a Will, then, it’s useful to add detail when describing a gift in a Will, to define exactly what it encompasses.

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More than one hundred animals have been rescued and taken in by the Richmond Animal Protection Society this year, not including the injured wildlife that the non-profit organization is also caring for. RAPS assistant manager Kara Frederick says there are many instances when animals are in need of help. “Some of the more common examples include animals that have been abandoned by their owners, those that are abused or neglected, lost or injured animals and feral animals needing assistance.” The charity focuses on the health and wellbeing of the animals, putting in their best efforts to ensure that all animals are transitioning to healthier lifestyle. “A number of the animals we get come from terrible situations where they have never been socialized, or have even been abused. We work to solve these issues through various methods such as training and rehabilitation,” said Frederick.

The animal’s health is fully monitored and tended to by RAPS before they are adopted. “This typically includes being spayed or neutered, tattooed, vaccinated or titer tested, deworming, flea treatment, dental work and a physical exam,” Frederick told The Review. If any other health matter or complication occurs after an animal is adopted, the owner is encouraged

to contact RAPS and they will ensure that their veterinarian, at no cost, tends to the animal. Frederick says that owning a pet has many positive health benefits. Pet owners are less likely to suffer from depression, high blood pressure and stress—and pets aid in healthy childhood development. “Owning an animal also teaches children compassion and re-

sponsibility, especially if the pet is a rescue,” she says. Frederick says shelters and rescue groups help improve the community by ensuring that adopted animals are spayed or neutered. This mandate helps reduce the amount of unwanted animals being born. Frederick is adamant about her moral of animal adoption, “Remember—adopt, don’t shop!”

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t was recorded in a single take in 1964 and became the Animals’ signature song. It also inspired Robert Burton Hubele to make music. The jazz and blues musician developed a love for the blues listening the the radio as a teenager. But it was the song “House of the Rising Sun” that pulled him in further. He just had to learn to play it. Hubele’s pal Butch, a railway co-worker with an electric guitar and amplifier, offered to teach him. It marked the start of a musical life for Hubele, who plays the Steveston Folk Guild next Thursday. Raised in southern Alberta as the eldest of eight children, the now Vancouver-based Hubele has written and performed songs since 1972. He plays acoustic and electric guitar and slide dobro. He’s recorded nine albums, including his latest record Highway of Dreams. Writing songs is Hubele’s way of leaving his mark on the world. He writes about little things that make a difference. He writes when a song comes to him—about once a month— and spends up to two hours putting a song together. The best ones, he says, often come the fastest. Polishing and learning a song takes a few more weeks, and sharing it can last a lifetime. His March 20 Steveston Folk Guild show is at Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Dr. at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, $8, at the door, or e-mail dave@stevestonfolk.net to reserve. 1. In a sentence, describe your music? “Original bluesy/

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jazzy/country/pop with a strong story line.” 2. What inspires your songwriting? “Mostly the small things in life. Interactions and reactions between people. A dream.” 3. What comes first in songwriting—the story or the music? “The music comes first, usually an interesting lick. If I can get the first two lines the song is written.” 4. Most memorable concert you’ve attended? “B.B. King at Calgary’s Jubilee Auditorium. I got to meet and speak with B.B. after the show.” 5. What do you like best about Vancouver? “The flowers.” 6. Do you miss rural Alberta? “We miss the long rides in the endless foothills and our family and friends we left behind.” 7. Have you ever taken formal music lessons? “No. I’m entirely self-taught.” 8. Place in the world you’d enjoy getting lost? “Southern California.” 9. Musician you most revere? “My longtime collaborator and co-producer Brad

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adopting a country, and showcasing its colours in Steveston for the month prior to the Sunday, July 13 championship final, where one country will snatch bragging rights for the next four years until the 2018 World Cup in Russia. 32 countries are vying for the trophy, and Khatami hopes that an equal number of shopkeepers will participate, decorating its store in the country’s colours. There will be a series of fun activities set up, with each business getting a national day, with the spotlight focusing on them, he said. The plan, as it stands right now, is to encourage people to come

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Youthful scientists showcase their knowledge Science Jam packed 1,000 into Aberdeen Centre by Gillian Chan, Nico Hernandez and Sophie Gao Youth Reporters Aberdeen Centre was positively bubbling with youthful energy during Science Jam, part of the Richmond School District’s Education Week activities. Tony Smith, Rosaline Leung and Hanna Dunkley didn’t seem at all squeamish about their icky experiment, called Moldy Madness. The Tait Elementary students researched

how food would decompose in different room temperatures, specifically bananas, as part of the 11th annual Science Jam at Aberdeen Centre, which was part of Education Week. “We found that mold grows faster in warm temperatures than it does in cooler temperatures,” said Smith, a finding which supported their original hypothesis. Grade 7 students Shawna Spottiswood and Teri Rogers from Tomekichi Homma elementary focused their project on water wheels because it was “fresh and unique.” The two demonstrated how water wheels work and explained their functions in everyday life. Garden City Elementary’s Andy Ren and Adrian Fun worked with a classmate on their project, Fizzy Ice Cream, an experiment to see how

dry ice carbonates things. W.D. Ferris’ Lucy Lu and Nita Ji studied the relationship between eggs and teeth. “Our question was, what kind of liquids are bad for your teeth,” explained Lu. Added Nita: “We know that eggs have a similar tissue to our teeth.” They left an egg soaking in vinegar for five days, to find that the egg’s first layer dissolved after just an hour, and hinting at a similar outcome for teeth. Dixon elementary’s Brianna Baignee, Willow Browne and Katie Conroy’s project put some bright lights on the big city of New York City. “Our project is about electricity and mainly LEDs and how to wire them,” said Baignee. “I learned to put a resistor on, so it doesn’t blow up, because that’s what happened to our last one,” she said.

The lesson they learned: “Putting in a battery with too high a voltage is a bad idea,” Browne said. A group of William Bridge elementary students collaborated on Ice Ice Baby. “Our question was, which ice shape melts fastests, and in water or club soda,” said Emma Hodgins. “The star-shaped melted the fastest because it had the most surface area. They all melted faster in water because liquid conducts heat faster than gases.” L’ecole des Navigateurs’ Nawal Mustapha and Kaiya Ronalds made thunder and lightning from static electricity using a plastic bag and a metallic fork, along with Playdoh and aluminum plates. “It was very fun,” said Mustapha. “We do see thunder and lightning often but this time we got to see how it was created,” Ronalds said. Hand-eye co-ordination was the focus of Tait Elementary students Randi Kohar and Manbir Rattin’s

Noel van den Hemel photo Tait Elementary’s Rosaline Leung, Hannah Dunkley and Tony Smith, and their Moldy Madness project at Aberdeen Centre during Science Jam.

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Cracking Canada’s small car conundrum likely to adopt the same numeric GENEVA, Switzerland - Small moniker. The concept vehicle has cars are huge here in Europe, if an all-new 1.5-litre SKYACTIV-D not in size certainly in numbers. diesel engine. Everywhere you turn, it seems Citroen no longer sells in North there is either a Ford Fiesta America though periodically or an Opel Astra (the General we hear rumours of a return by Motors subsidiary) about to the French manufacturer and its cross your path. If it is not those home rivals, Peugeot and Reexamples, there are any number nault. Their lines are so different of other similar sized economy While there is a to the often indistinguishable cars from the likes of Citroen, greater acceptance of small cars we get. Some of the VW, and Peugeot buzzing by. Micro cars such as the tiny smaller vehicles in our French creations are positively and I found myself gawSmart, with which we are facities, people outside funky ping at such an example in the miliar, and even smaller vehicles urban areas have new Citroen C4 Cactus. It’s zip into roadside parking spots where previously only a motormore ground to cover designed to challenge the likes of the Ford Focus and the VW Golf. cycle would park. and so are tempted It uses lightweight materials exMy two-prong mission at the by larger vehicles. tensively, including an aluminum Geneva Motor Show was to hood, which means it sips gas. view small cars we might see Keith Morgan The rubberized pads along the sometime soon and others we side would be perfect for people never will see but wish we who regularly have close encounters with could! Then ponder whether small cars will garage doorframes! ever catch on here in the way they have in General Motors looks to penetrate the difficult Europe. younger buyer marked with its Opel/VauxThere was something familiar about the first hall Adam. It’s dressed up in interesting car I encountered in the giant Palexpo show colours but it’s what is under the hood that buildings. Ah yes, a European version of the makes it really interesting. It has a variety trusty Honda Civic – Canada’s hottest seller of bigger engines as options but its smallest in that market segment. I am sure Honda engine is a new 1.0-litre, three-cylinder gas Canada would sell more if they resembled the engine, mated to a six-speed manual transvery hot Type R concept, which is destined to mission, with the pulling power of 1.6-litre be a racer. Yes, the new North American Civic power plant. Fuel consumption is expected is sportier than the last generation but the to be a miserly 4.5 L/100 km (combined city Euro versions always seem that bit sharper in highway). It may show up here in some form design. but right now GM has more than its fair share Next up was the Mazda Hazumi hatchback, of small cars. expected successor to the current Mazda2 and

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The diminutive Fiat 500 goes big – still fits comfortably into urban settings. Driving the 500L, I The Fiat 500 is cute but noticed it doesn’t have might not be the most quite the same amount of practical choice as a family panache as the 500 Turbo. vehicle. Granted, it’s a heavier Sure, it has room for four, vehicle. a peppy personality (even But to still keep some with its base 101 horsePerhaps what of the driving fun behind power engine,) but accessthe wheel, Fiat has ing the rear seats isn’t the really stands about outfitted it with a 1.4-liter easiest and the cargo room this compact car MultiAir Turbo engine that is minimal. is just how much Enter the all-newpeople room there is provides 160 horsepower, 184 lb-ft. of torque. for-2014 Fiat 500L: The “L” It’s also is available with stands for “large” so those inside. two transmission options. interior volume deficiencies Alexandra Straub Firstly, there’s a 6-speed listed with its pint-sized manual. Then there’s sibling are no more. an available 6−Speed Euro Twin Clutch Dimensionally, the L is 27 inches longer, “automatic.” The latter of the two costs 6 inches taller in height and in width an additional $1,450 and came equipped and there’s an extra 42 percent when it on my 500L Lounge trim. comes to inside space. To be honest, this dual clutch transmisBut wait, there’s more. Literally. sion was my least favourite part of the The L comes with two additional doors vehicle. It felt as though the gearing was to allow for easy access to the rear seats. off or it had some sort of gremlin inside And room for five passengers. causing a raucous to disturb the smooth It loses a little bit of its pinch-the-cheeks cuteness but its practicality makes up for it. functionality of what I would have expected. In the driver’s seat, you have an almost On the flip side, there’s nothing that unadulterated outward visibility. The 500L I felt was fundamentally wrong with it. features a segment-exclusive glass from The transmission changed gears, got the the A- to D-pillars that provide nearly car moving and did exactly what it was 360-degree panoramic views. supposed to do. It also just felt weird/ Parking is easy because you can pretty awkward to me and unlike any other dual much see out of all four corners. And the clutch transmission, I’ve operated. Per500L – even with its “large” designation by Alexandra Straub

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Refreshed RX350 ups the sportiness factor by Zack Spencer

wheels come in a smoked satin finish and the suspension is tweaked for more performance. Around back, all RX 350 models come with a power rear lift gate. One of the reasons the RX is so popular is the aggressive starting price. The base model, with the same engine as this F-Sport, starts at $46,150 making it a very attractive alternative to buying a spendy German SUV. The F-Sport model is $55,400 but comes almost fully loaded, with only two options available, the Intuitive Parking Assist and Heads up Display, which brings the price to $58,850

2014 Lexus RX 350 F-Sport Toyota is known for building high quality cars with fantastic resale value and has grabbed more Canadian Black Book “Best Retained The Lexus RX350 Value” Awards than any F-Sport offers the other manufacturer. same interior space In the Lexus line of cars and SUVs, the best seller by as a mid-sized sedan far is the RX 350 mid-sized but sits higher for SUV. Built using parts comgreater outward mon to other Lexus and Toyota products, it represents viability, comes a lot of what Toyota/Lexus standard with allis doing right. The engine wheel drive and has a is powerful but still thrifty high resale value. enough for most families, the space is generous and Inside Zack Spencer the design is elegant. For The 2014 RX is a midbuyers that are looking for a cycle refresh of the model bit more performance from that was introduced in 2010. Lexus didn’t the RX, the F-Sport package adds visual and refresh the inside of the cabin at all, keeping emotional punch. the updates to the exterior and driveline. Not to say that the inside is a disappointLooks ment, rather that some things could be Over the last several years, Lexus has tweaked. I’ll start with the positives. taken a more aggressive design approach The cabin has plenty of room for a family with its latest introductions. The front grille is more dynamic, designed to mimic a spindle used in a fabric loom. This is a The Lowdown tip of the hat to the origins of the Toyota Power: 3.5L V6 with 270hp Company as a textile maker. LED marker Fill-up: 11.2L/7.7L/100km (city/highway) lights and a deeper chin spoiler frame the more aggressive grille. The larger 19-inch Sticker price: $46,150-$55,400

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of four with a big back seat and lots of legroom. The materials used are of the highest order and the RX put together well. The controller for the communications and navigation system is unique in the industry, mimicking a computer mouse. It feels very natural and the driver rarely needs to take their eyes of the road. The array of buttons and their less than logical layout could do with an update. The F-Sport comes which heated and cooled seats but it took me about five minutes to locate the switch in the centre armrest. The dial for the tuner is as far away from the driver as it could be and the seating position is very high.

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versatile 3.5L V6 engine with 270hp. The F-Sport is made sportier by the inclusion of an 8-speed automatic transmission instead of the regular 6-speed unit. By adding two more gears this new model really jumps away from a stop and pulls very well to highway speeds. Two extra gears make a world of difference, helping to bring the engine to life and improving fuel economy. The suspension has also been modified to include a sport tuned dampers and springs. I could certainly tell this RX is different, in some city conditions, the ride can be very choppy and not what typical Lexus buyers would expect. The up side is that open road driving is much more sure-footed and dynamic. When the RX is thrown off-centre the top heavy nature of the RX

shows its head, the centre of gravity feels much higher than some of the other sporty models in this class. Verdict The RX350 is the best seller in the Lexus line for good reason. It offers the same interior space as a mid-sized sedan but sits higher for greater outward viability, comes standard with all-wheel drive and has a high resale value. The RX 350 F-Sport takes all the goodness of the regular RX and makes it a bit more aggressive, especially in the acceleration front. Potential buyers would be well advised to drive both the regular model and this sportier version to see if you can live with the choppy ride, it really is dramatic. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Transformative American icon good value in resale The Cadillac CTS has captured numerous awards and spearheaded a modern transformation of the iconic American luxury car maker, since its introduction in 2003. The high-powered, highperformance “V” edition can go toe-to-toe with the best of its Euro competitors and has set production car lap records at the renowned Nurburgring, in Germany. Even more important, for used car buyers, the CTS (2011-13) has a very good reliability record, which helped get it a “recommended buy” rating from Consumer Reports. Other pluses include surprisingly good fuel economy numbers (with either V6 engine) and attractive resale values (for buyers). CTS was the first Cadillac to feature that distinctively sharp edge styling that’s now synonymous with the brand and this was taken to another level with the 2008, second generation, redesign. By 2011, the CTS line had grown to include Sport Wagon and Coupe editions, plus “V” editions of both. The 2011 CTS-V Coupe was voted the “Best New Sports / Performance Car over $50,000” by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). Entry-level editions of the 2011 CTS sedan came with a 3.0-litre (255 horsepower) V6 that’s mated to either a sixspeed manual or automatic transmission. Fuel economy with the 3.0L/ auto powertrain is a frugal 11.3/7.2 L/100 km (city/ highway). The optional 3.6 litre is a 24-valve engine with direct fuel injection that can generate 304 horsepower and fuel economy is 11.4/6.9 L/100 km, which is roughly the same.

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The CTS all-wheel drive system runs a 30/70 front-to-rear drive split under normal conditions, to maintain a rear-drive driving dynamic. It’s also capable of delivering up to 100 per cent of torque to either axle when needed and fuel economy-wise it adds about 0.5L/100km, which is reasonable. Moving up to a Vedition of CTS you get a 556-horsepower supercharged V8 engine (from the Corvette) that likes premium fuel and gulps it down a rate of 17.7/10.5 L/100 km (city/highway). Aimed squarely at driving enthusiasts, the go-faster V-edition also comes with high-performance additions such as its Magnetic Ride Control system and a Brembo brake package. The interior is decidedly driver focused, yet still luxurious. In front of the driver is a three-pod instrument cluster with a combination of analog and digital readouts. A centrally positioned chrome-ringed analog time clock adds a touch of elegance and a partially hidden pop-up multiuse monitor is a unique feature. The front bucket seats are generously sized and you sit lower (sports car like) in the Coupe than in the sedan or the wagon. The front passenger is

Drives-U-Crazy . . . Hanging a left on a red Teaching people the unusual rules of the road would make driving a little less frustrating in busy centres. For instance, everybody knows that it is legal to make a right turn on a red light. However, it seems few people realize it is fine to hang a left on red from a two-way street into a one-way street. If there are no vehicles approaching from your right on the green it’s perfectly safe and efficient and reduces lengthy backups. What drives-u-crazy? keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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wanted to keep my wife happy. She nodded sympathetically. As she handed me the money, she asked if the vehicle was in any accidents. Now, I’m not a good liar. So I simply said, No. It’s her fault for not asking for a CarProof or ICBC vehicle history report. That seemed to do it. She was pleased and drove away with a smile on her face. As for me, I went home with a fat wallet. A few days later, I got a text: “Got CarProof report. Three accidents?!?!? Need money back now!!!” I panicked. But not for long. I was getting good at this. I just got a new cell number. She didn’t know my name – that old fake ID worked great. And she had no idea where I lived. Finding me would wear her out. I was in the clear. But will I be so lucky next time? *Curber – An individual posing as a private seller, but selling vehicles for profit as a business. A curber often misrepresents the history and condition of a vehicle. Curbers offer none of the protections the law provides for purchases from a Vehicle Sales Authority licensed dealer. aler.

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worth a long look back up camera, engine immobilizer, hill start assist, and all speed With the Vancouver Intraction control are ternational Auto Show just just some of the many around the corner, I thought features this vehicle has I would share my list of to offer to keep you safe. exciting new SUVs that are Excellent value. Starting available. at $60,895 Tough to nail down just The 2014 Toyota 2014 Jeep Cherokee is one but I am sure one of 4runner is as rugged a completely redesigned these would spark some and bold as they five passenger SUV that interest. has a front end that 2014 Ford Explorer Sport come. A legend will stand out from the is a performance version in the off-road crowd. A seven-slotted of its popular SUV. The community. grille and razor thin headlights and taillights headlights makes the have been blacked out to Ian Harwood Jeep truly unique. The give it a sporty appearengine is a 2.4L Tigerance. 20-inch painted and shark Multiair straight 4 cylinder delivermachined wheels allow room for the ing 184 hp and 171 lb ft of torque mated larger brakes that help it stop faster and improve performance when towing. The to a 9 speed automatic transmission. It can tow up to 2000lbs. The trail rated engine is an impressive 3.5 litre, twin Trailhawk version has an active drive turbocharged EcoBoost V6, producing lock 4x4 system with 4 low gear and a a whopping 365 horsepower and 350 rear-locking differential. It also features pound feet of torque with a 6 speed a neutral mode for flat towing behind an automatic transmission. To say this is RV. Sport 4x4 $25,895 TrailHawk $30,895 quick off the line is an understatement. 2014 Range Rover Sport is not just The Explorer also features a terrain another luxury SUV; it is a fully capable management system that lets you off-road vehicle. The engine is a 510 select between sand, snow, mud, or hill horsepower, supercharged 5.0 litre descent. $46,999 V8 that puts out 461 lb-ft of torque 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit @2500 RPM with a 6 speed automatic equipped with a 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 transmission. This transmission features engine putting out 240 hp and 420 lb ft Command Shift that actively responds of torque with an 8 speed transmission to your driving habits and road condidelivers excellent millage while provide tions by reconfiguring the shift patterns exceptional comfort. Natura-Plus leather for optimum drivability in all situations faced seating, wood trim with copper and is mated with a 2 speed electroniaccents, and a 19 speaker, 825 watt cally controlled transfer case. Four wheel Harmon/Kardon audio system keep you electronic traction control, hill descent relaxed and alert. Up to date safety features such as enhanced accident response control, and four corner air suspension with terrain response not only makes this system, blind spot monitoring system, by Ian Harwood

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Well, lookie here. One minute you have a perfectly good Blue Box recycling program. The next, something new and rather questionable is being put in its place. And they thought they’d get away with it right under your nose, without telling you or asking your opinion. That’s deﬁnitely not democracy in action. The BC Government, elected by us to represent our best interests, has decided to ofﬂoad the costs of recycling to big multi-national corporations. To implement this new plan, they’ve set up an association that doesn’t really seem to hold the environment, local jobs, or the municipalities that run the Blue Box program, close to its heart.

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Perhaps that’s why some of our local elected ofﬁcials are using the word “scam” to describe how the new program is being set up. It’s also perhaps why several of BC’s municipalities refuse to jump on board. That’s gotta tell you something. Now it’s your turn to let Premier Christy Clark know what you think. Contact her today to say that dismantling an already-working recycling program to replace it with something that few people think will be as good, is a bad idea.

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Sockeyes to play for cup Junior hockey final begins Wednesday in Aldergrove by Don Fennell Sports Editor Richmond Sockeyes got the brooms out at the Harry Jerome Rec Centre Wednesday. For the second straight playoff series, the top team in the Pacific Junior Hockey League regular season scored a fourgame sweep as Richmond rallied from a 6-3 deficit after two periods to outscore North Vancouver Wolf Pack 8-6 and win the best-of-seven Tom Shaw Conference semifinal four games to none. The Sockeyes, which also defeated Grandview Steelers four games to none in the opening round of the playoffs, will now face Aldergrove Kodiaks in the championship series—which will begin next week in Aldergrove. Game 1 is set for Wednesday, March 19, with the teams returning to Richmond for Game 2 the following night. Game time is 7 p.m. at Minoru Arenas. “We’re going to have to real good (to defeat Aldergrove),” said Richmond coach Judd Lambert. “They’re a real strong team, with probably the most talent in the league. Look at the league’s leading scorers. They’ve got a lot of them, and and experience 20-year-old goalie who’s also very good and defenceman able to chip in on the scoring as well.” With two victoires—4-3 at Richmond on Oct. 17 and 5-4 at home Jan. 29, Aldergrove won the season series between the teams. Richmond won 2-1 here Jan.2 and the teams tied 4-4 in Aldergrove on Oct. 30.

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A member of the R.C. Palmer Griffins squeezes between two Valleyview players in the bronze medal game at the B.C. high school AA boys’ basketball championship at Langley Events Centre. Valleyview won 83-78. Gary Ahuja photo

Richmond, which finished a point up on Aldergrove in the overall regular-season standings, needed to stage a memorable comeback Wednesday to avoid a fifth game against North Vancouver. The Wolf Pack led 6-3 after two periods before the Sockeyes flexed their offensive muscle with three goals in a under a minute in the third period. Liam Lawson scored at 4:52, Mac Colasimone at 5:14 and Jacob Wozney at 5:39 to tie the game. Cole Plotnikoff then scored what proved to be the winning goal at 8:58, followed by an insurance tally from Matthew Bissett at 13:29. Michael Scobie scored twice for Richmond in the second period, while Bissett also had a pair—his first goal briefly tying the game at 1-1 late in the opening frame.

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Elegance and unique floorplans at Mason&Green Modern Tudor-style architecture and a great location are combined in Langley’s Willoughby neighbourhood with Mason&Green, a collection of two- and three-bedroom townhomes from Polygon that have already been extremely popular. “These are beautiful floorplans,” says sales manager Theresa Liljedahl. “It’s a new and unique design.” These new floorplans include side-by-side garages for the added convenience of never having to move one car to get the

other out, and powder rooms on the main floor. Oversized windows let in tons of natural light, while ninefoot ceilings on the main floor contribute to the sense of spaciousness. Laminate wood flooring is included throughout the living areas, with plush carpeting in the bedrooms and on the stairs. Other gorgeous features include engineered stone countertops in the kitchen, complemented by contemporary custom-crafted flat-panel laminate cabinetry in gloss white or

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graphite vertical wood grain. The kitchen island perfect for entertaining or family gatherings is a focal point of the space. The bathrooms are luxurious, with a spacious walk-in shower with glass door in the ensuite and bathtub with ceramic tile surround in the main bathroom. Designerselected laminate countertops with an integrated backsplash are featured in both, as well as custom-designed flat-panel laminate cabinetry in the same colour schemes as the kitchen. Mason&Green is within easy access to shopping, dining and services at Willoughby Town Centre, as well as an elementary school directly next door. Homeowners at Mason&Green will have access to The Maples Club, an 8,400-square-foot amenities building with an outdoor patio area with BBQ, resort-style pool and whirlpool, fitness studio, great room with fireplace and more. The first phase sold quickly, and Liljedahl says that the second phase will open for sale on March 22nd at noon. Homes at Mason & Green start at $314,900. For more information, check out www.polyhomes.com, call 604-8825382 or visit the presentation centre at 7848 209th Street, open daily except Friday between noon and 6 p.m.

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The Rockwoods, Anthem Properties’ first townhome development, features West Coast contemporary-style architecture, above, and gourmet kitchens with stainlesssteel appliances and polished granite countertops, middle right. The homes are built in an open-plan layout, with large windows, right, and plenty of space to entertain or relax, below right. Homeowners will have access to amenities building The Rockwoods Club, above right.

Something a little different at The Rockwoods Anthem Properties is bringing something special to Surrey’s Fleetwood neighbourhood with The Rockwoods, a collection of two- and three-bedroom townhomes that truly has something for everyone. “This is Anthem’s first townhome property,” says Director of Marketing Peter Edmonds. “We wanted something that stood out, something a little different.” Built in a West Coast contemporary architecture style, The Rockwoods combines stonework and timber in one beautiful exterior package. “There’s a nice balance here,” says Edmonds. “People recognize classic architecture, but this is something different. You have to execute contemporary well, as I

strongly believe we’ve done here.” German-engineered wide-plank wood laminate flooring is included throughout the living areas, while plush carpeting is featured in the bedrooms and dens. Huge 9’8” ceilings make the homes feel even more open. The floorplans are spacious, ranging from 1,189 to over 1,400 square feet. The gourmet kitchens include polished granite countertops complemented by stainless-steel appliances, contemporary flat-panel cabinetry and a designer tile backsplash. Select homes have a kitchen island or pantry with an integrated work station. The ensuite bathroom have their own polished granite countertops and flat-panel cabinetry. Porcelain tile flooring complements the ceramic tile surrounds and contemporary glass shower surround or soaker tub. The Rockwoods is perfectly situated to take advantage of everything the Fleetwood neighbourhood has to offer, including dining, shopping, education, leisure and recreation opportunities.

“It’s very well-connected,” says Edmonds. “We wanted to create a community in what is already established.” Homeowners will also have access to The Rockwoods Club, a 4,500-square-foot amenities building with a fully equipped gym, kitchen, entertainment lounge and much more. There will also be a children’s playground, community gardens and landscaped grounds and walking trails in the community. “The amenities are really an extension of your living space,” says Edmonds. The second phase of homes at The Rockwoods was recently released, and Edmonds notes that there has already been huge interest. “The first release of second phase homes has been incredibly successful,” he says. Homes at The Rockwoods start in the low $300s. For more information, check out www.rockwoodsliving.com, call 604-5031188 or visit the presentation centre 8473 163rd Street, Surrey, open daily except Friday between noon and 5 p.m.

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Don Fennell photo Joined by longtime friend Pasha Bains (left) and members of his Richmond Colts’ Grade 8 boys’ basketball team, Jared Hulme (right) was one of the key organizers in KidSport’s Building Community Champions fundraiser last week at the Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel.

Hulme steps up for KidSport A friend in need is a friend indeed. -English proverb

by Don Fennell Sports Editor To his Grade 8 boys’ basketball team, Jared Hulme is simply known as coach. In that capacity alone, his influence is significant. But his additional work throughout the community— often behind the scenes—speaks volumes about his character. Hulme epitomizes the best of sport—demonstrating every day the kind of values that athletics fosters. While the seed for last week’s inaugural Richmond KidSport fundraiser—Building Community Champions—had been planted, it required the dedication of a team of volunteers to make it grow. At the front stood Hulme, willing and anxious to accept the challenge. “I believe strongly in what sport can do for a person,” said Hulme. “A

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Recent grads guide Sharks in playoffs

Don Fennell photo The man himself (right) presented the Don Taylor League Cup to Richmond All Blacks at Soccer Sunday, held last weekend at Minoru Park. All Blacks defeated the Cliippers 1-0 in the Richmond Adult Soccer Association’s title game.

Soccer Sunday showcases local talent by Don Fennell Sports Editor A great goal kicked off Soccer Sunday and a great show of talent capped it. In the 29th minute of the annual Don Taylor League Cup final—the premier match in the Richmond Adult Soccer Association season— Nan Yang scampered past a defender and down the left side of the park, before unleashing a howitzer from the top of the 18 yard box that found its way into the top right corner of the net. It was the only tally in a well-played and entertaining affair, as the All Blacks defended their league title over a First Division Clippers’

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side that had several good scoring against their Premier Division foes but simply couldn’t convert. Clippers’goalkeeper Nenad Aleksic also made several notable saves, particularly early on. Then, to cap a special doubleheader last weekend at Minoru Park, the best players in the league joined forces in a memorable show of skill. Team Green (coached by longtime Club Ireland manager Jim Brady) edged Sean Handlin’s Team White 3-2 in the annual all-star game. “Soccer Sunday is my favourite event of the year,” says Richmond Adult Soccer Association president Steve Valenzuela. “The board works hard to put on a quality event to show appre-

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ciation for the players and coaches and I’d really like to thank the executive for the hours they put into making this happen. It takes a tremendous amount of work to pull this off and it simply wouldn’t be possible without their efforts.” Valenzuela was equally ecstatic that Don Taylor himself was able to be on hand to make the presentation of the League Cup named in honour of the former league president. “I think the teams really appreciated having him there,” said Valenzuela. “Many of us remember Don at the helm of the league in our younger years, so to have him come out and share some memories and reconnect with several players was really great to see.”

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of the Richmond title, when they defeated Richmond Colts in midFebruary, the Sharks placed second at the Vancouver and District playdowns when the Colts answered back in an all-Richmond final. Meanwhile, StevestonLondon’s Grade 9 girls’ team, also winners of a Richmond title this season and third-place finishers at the districts, placed 10th at provincials with a 2-2 record. The Sharks were: Nicole Canave, Maggie Campbell, Eclipse Malixi, Ibtisaam Warsame, Jessica Bilaya, Danielle Steele, Hailey Takasaki, Melody Chen, Cheryl Wong, Madigan Sherrett, Nadia Claypack, Adelaide Chan, Vicky Malonda and Kyra Kuramoto. Troy Takasaki and Colin Naylor served as coaches.

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Thanks to the efforts of recent grads like Malcolm Lee and Deion Adaza, the future of basketball at StevestonLondon seems bright. With Lee and Adaza at the helm, the school’s Grade 9 boys’ basketball team made its second consecutive trip to the B.C.’s. Featuring a talented group of student-athletes—Fardaws Aimaq, Ahmed Mohammed (honourable mention all-stars), Isaiah Hunter, Jerome Fernandez, Daniel Chen, Ryan Curtis, Emilio Cardenas, Jacky Liu, Zach Cantwell, Craig Johnston, Jonah Pang, Nicolas Miu, Steven Zhou, Jacob Ong and Michael Mendoza. The Sharks’ Grade 9 boys’ team earned most sportsmanlike honours in placing fifth at last week’s provincial championship. Winners

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