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David Wong photo Photographer David Wong (R-Gasman on Flickr) recently captured these feeding barn swallows in Richmond's Terra Nova Rural Park. The bird species is common around the world, with a global population estimated at over 190 million. Wong had spied the group, usually up on wires, for a few mornings. On this occasion, he was able to get close to them to take a few photos—before a jogger ran past and scared them away.
Black Press Negotiators for the B.C. Teachers' Federation and school districts are meeting today (Friday) for the first time since schools were shuttered by a strike in late June, and Education Minister Peter Fassbender expects new proposals from both sides. Fassbender said it's the first meeting of full bargaining teams in more than a month, and the B.C. Public School Employers' Association has some "new concepts" to bring to the discussion. "We've already demonstrated our willingness to
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move on some key elements," he said. "We need to see the same from the BCTF. They've indicated they're willing to do that." He wouldn't comment on the new proposals, except to reiterate that the BCTF's position on benefits and other compensation is not in the "affordability zone" established by other public sector union agreements. If the strike shuts schools again in September, the government plans to use the savings to compensate parents $40 a day for each child under 13 in public school, to assist with daycare or tutoring costs. Fassbender said there would be no condi-
tions attached to the payout. "My hope is that there isn't a nickel available as of September, because schools are operating, teachers are back in the classroom, students are there and there is no further disruption," he said. The B.C. School Trustees' Association has urged the government to direct its $12 million a day in payroll savings from the strike to a fund to address class size and special needs support. Trustees have also called on the union to moderate its benefit demands, which include parental leave, dental benefits, massage therapy and increased preparation time.
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A three-day celebration of Steveston's maritime history begins today (Friday) at Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Dr. The Richmond Maritime Festival is a free family-friendly event boasting live music, roving performers, visual artists and a flotilla of historic vessels available for viewing and boarding. It's also home to Rikki the Rat, a furry, human-sized creature that will share tales of life on the edges of the historic Steveston waterfront. The 125-year-old shipyard will be transformed with maritimethemed decor, exhibits and spontaneous performances throughout the 3.5-hectare site. Visitors are also welcome to tour Britannia’s historic buildings. The 11th annual festival, organized by the City of Richmond, runs 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 8 to 10. A special opening night folk music performance from the Swamp Dogs will be on the outdoor stage from 5 to 7 p.m.
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