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Steveston Santa Parade set to return on Dec. 24 Event’s return after one-year hiatus courtesy Richmond Firefighters Society by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter After a one-year hiatus, the Steveston Santa Parade is making a return on Christmas Eve. The Richmond Firefighters Society is sponsoring the community event, which will see Santa and his elves wind their way through the neighbourhood, spreading Christmas cheer before Santa leaves to deliver the rest of his presents to the rest of the globe. Jack Beetstra said the event starts at 6 p.m. on Dec. 24, with the parade beginning at Regent Street and Sixth Avenue and then ending at Moncton Street at Seventh Avenue. “This parade is less a parade in the traditional sense and more about Santa visiting our neighbourhood on Christmas Eve before he sets out to visit all the children to deliver their presents. We feel that Steveston is unique and Santa’s visit with many of his elves and costumed characters on Christmas Eve is one of those events that make it even more spe-

cial,” neighbours were told in a poster inviting them to participate. One of the originators of the parade, Kelvin Higo, former chief public health inspector for the City of Richmond who has been retired for nearly a decade, was enlisted to assist in the effort to resurrect the event and is now part of the event’s committee. The event started in 1973, and was sponsored by the Steveston Community Society until 1996, when the Steveston Lion’s Club became a co-sponsor. The Steveston Rotary Club then sponsored the event until 2012. Donations of cash or canned/nonperishable items will be collected by volunteers and earmarked for the Richmond Food Bank. For more information, visit their Facebook page (Steveston Santa Claus Parade) or follow them on Twitter (@StevestonSanta).

“We feel that Steveston is unique and Santa’s visit with many of his elves and costumed characters on Christmas Eve is one of those events that make it even more special.”

Martin van den Hemel photo Santa will again be rolling through Steveston on Christmas Eve, thanks to the return of the Steveston Santa Parade, which will begin at 6 p.m. on Dec. 24 on Regent Street, near Sixth Avenue, then wind down through the neighbourhood and end at Moncton Street and Seventh Avenue.

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Fire hall plan moves ahead in West Cambie Summits of Hope photo Richmond’s Russ Barstow near the base camp of Mt. Everest, holding a prayer flag for Jan Rooks, a cardiology nurse clinician at B.C. Children’s Hospital, who was killed on Oct. 14 when swept away by an avalanche while accompanied by her husband Grant, as well sherpas and guides on Nepal’s famous Annapurna circuit.

Summits of Hope tops $250,000 in two climbs for B.C. Children’s Hospital by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter It was in March of 2001 when Richmond Review reporter Chris Bryan was invited to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro as part of a fledgling charitable effort for the B.C. Children’s Hospital. A mountain climbing team comprising mostly Richmond residents assembled to form Summits of Hope, which aimed to climb the tallest mountains on four continents over four years while raising money for children suffering from cancer. As Richmond’s Russ Barstow recalls it, that one trek to Africa’s tallest mountain at 5,895 metres, raised about $46,000. Much has changed in the past 13 years, Barstow reminsced, including the briefcase-sized satellite phone—its shell used as the antennae—Barstow lugged up the mountain, and which Bryan used to file his long-distance stories. Still settling back in from a November trip to the base camp of Mt. Everest, Barstow said this year’s two climbs—including a Kilimanjaro climb in October— have raised more than $250,000, more than five times the amount of that first trip in 2001. And while back then Summits of Hope was mostly a local endeavour that included Steveston’s Gord Denhoed, today’s participating climbers are from all over the Lower Mainland and other parts of B.C. and have together raised more than $3 million. Raising money through the sale of volunteer-made, hand-sewn prayer flags ($40 each and available on their website at www.summitsofhope.com) that they bring along on their climb and then string up at the summit, Barstow said the volunteer-driven effort is made worthwhile knowing the difference they’re making in the lives of children at B.C. Children’s Hospital. “It’s been a wild ride,” Barstow said Thursday afternoon. Aside from providing children who stay at the hospital with toys, DVDs, books and games, funds raised by Summits of Hope have paid for a research fellowship for Dr. Sandra Dunn, an associate professor in the department of pediatrics. Dunn’s team identified a protein that when blocked by a drug inhibitor, it killed and blocked the growth of a high percentage of cancer cells while leaving the normal cells unharmed. Work is currently underway to study how they can apply this to the clinic for treating patients with brain tumors. “We are directly responsible for that discovery,” Barstow said. Since Summits of Hope started more than a decade ago, there’s been an “astronomical” change in the treatment and care of chlidren, he said. “We’ve had a pretty great run and we’ve really set ourselves up for another 15 years of growing.”

Richmond Fire-Rescue to share new three-storey digs with paramedics by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter City hall is advancing plans for its oneof-a-kind fire hall planned for the West Cambie neighbourhood. Having already reached an agreement with B.C. Emergency Health Services to build a joint fire hall and ambulance station, the city is now moving to formally rezone the property. Council’s planning committee heard Wednesday the new $20.7-million facility is needed to replace a half-century-old fire hall on Bridgeport Road. “The provision of a new Cambie Fire Hall No. 3 and inclusion of an ambulance station is an important capital project that addresses the community safety needs of our growing city,” noted planner Sara Badyal in her report. The city is planning to rezone three vacant residential properties on Cambie Road just west of No. 4 Road to accommodate the 25,995 square-foot facility. The 0.6-hectare (1.5-acre) site backs onto the grass field of Tomsett Elementary. Richmond Fire-Rescue’s space will include two fire truck bays, and two additional bays for fire truck repairs, along with additional space for offices, staff use and training. The ambulance station will be built with two bays capable of accommodating six am-

An artist’s rendering of a new combined fire hall and ambulance station planned for the West Cambie neighbourhood.

bulances, along with interior space. The rezoning application is still subject to a standard public hearing. The building will replace two aging facilities: Fire Hall No. 3 at 9100 Bridgeport Rd. and B.C. Ambulance Service’s Station 250 on Sexsmith Road. Both are located one kilometre from the new site. Richmond Fire-Rescue will use the new building as its principal training centre, and also locate its emergency vehicle technicians there. Following an announcement of a 20year lease agreement with B.C. Emergency Health Services a year ago, city officials said co-locating the ambulance service will lead to “increased collaboration.” Similar arrangements exist in some rural communities, but this is the first time in B.C. such a facility will be built in a major urban centre.

Planners hope to achieve LEED gold status for the building, the third highest rating of four environmental certification levels set out in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design process. Fire Hall No. 3 is one of the last Richmond fire stations to be replaced or upgraded. The city has replaced fire halls in Hamilton, Sea Island and Steveston, and extensively renovated and seismically upgraded the hall in Shellmont. The other fire hall due for replacement is Fire Hall No. 1 on Gilbert Road—Richmond Fire-Rescue’s headquarters. The city is moving ahead with that $22.3-million rebuild, scheduled to be complete by 2016. During construction some Richmond Fire-Rescue staff, equipment and vehicles will be temporarily relocated across the street to 6931 Granville Ave., a city-owned building known as City Hall West.

YVR launches Holiday Hamper Drive Donations of food hampers for needy families will be accepted at airport Dec. 11 by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Sea Island’s airport community wants to make Christmas brighter for hundreds of needy families—one turkey dinner at a time. Vancouver Airport Authority is organizing its fourth annual Holiday Hamper Drive. It’s an opportunity for the airport community and the wider Richmond community to rally together and spread holiday spirit to others in the form of a turkey dinner. Organizers hope to help at least 500 families this year. All are welcome to put together a hamper—or multiple hampers—and drop it off at the airport’s Jade Canoe sculpture next Thursday, Dec. 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Helping set a festive mood will be

Santa took time out of his busy North Pole schedule last year to participate in YVR’s Holiday Hamper Drive. He’ll be back Dec. 11 this year to greet donors of food hampers.

Santa, along with music and Christmas goodies. Each hamper should contain: two cans of soup, one box of crackers, two boxes of stuffing, two cans of vegetables, two boxes of instant mashed potatoes, one can of cranberry

sauce, two packages of instant gravy, one box of cookies and one box of granola bars. Donated hamper ingredients will be transferred into a reusable YVR bag at the Dec. 11 event. For every hamper donated, the airport authority will pur-

chase one turkey to complete the dinner. Hampers will then be distributed to families in need through Quest Food Exchange. Those interested in donating hampers can RSVP by e-mailing community_relations@yvr.ca.

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Notice of Public Hearing Monday, December 15, 2014 – 7 p.m. Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000 Fax: 604-278-5139

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Richmond will hold a Public Hearing as noted above, on the following items: 1. RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9181 (RZ 14-660396) Location/s: 9680 Railway Avenue Applicant/s: Raman Kooner and Ajit Thaliwal Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Single Detached (RS2/B)”, to permit the property to be subdivided into two (2) lots, with access from Mytko Crescent. City Contact: Andrew Yu 604.204.8518 Planning and Development Department

3. RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9194 (RZ 14-666142) Location/s: 5440 Moncton Street Applicant/s: Oris Consulting Ltd./Citimark Properties Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Single Detached (RS2/A)”, to permit the property to be subdivided to create three (3) lots fronting Trites Road. City Contact: Minhee Park 604.276.4188 Planning and Development Department

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7571 and 7591 St. Albans Road Applicant/s: Western Gardenia Garden Holdings Ltd. Purpose: To rezone the subject properties from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “High Density Townhouse (RTH4)”, to permit development of 16 townhouses in a three-storey structure (two storeys over enclosed parking). City Contact: David Brownlee 604.276.4200 Planning and Development Department

4. RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9196 (RZ 14-663343) Location/s: 10726 Hollybank Drive Applicant/s: Li Qin Chen Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Single Detached (RS2/B)”, to permit subdivision into two (2) lots, with access from Hollybank Drive. City Contact: Andrew Yu 604.204.8518 Planning and Development Department BYLAW 9196

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How to obtain further information: • By Phone: If you have questions or concerns, please call the CITY CONTACT shown above. • On the City Website: Public Hearing Agendas, including staff reports and the proposed bylaws, are available on the City Website at http://www.richmond.ca/cityhall/ council/agendas/hearings/2014.htm • At City Hall: Copies of the proposed bylaw, supporting staff and Committee reports and other background material, are also available for inspection at the Planning & Development Department at City Hall, between the hours of 8:15 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays, commencing December 5, 2014 and ending December 15, 2014, or upon the conclusion of the hearing. • By Fax or Mail: Staff reports and the proposed bylaws may also be obtained by FAX or by standard mail, by calling 604-2764007 between the hours of 8:15 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays, commencing December 5, 2014 and ending December 15, 2014. Participating in the Public Hearing process: • The Public Hearing is open to all members of the public. If you believe that you are affected by the proposed bylaw, you may make a presentation or submit written comments at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend, you may send your written comments to the City Clerk’s Office by 4 pm on the date of the Public Hearing as follows: • By E-mail: using the on-line form at http:// www.richmond.ca/cityhall/council/hearings/ about.htm • By Standard Mail: 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2C1, Attention: Director, City Clerk’s Office • By Fax: 604.278.5139, Attention: Director, City Clerk’s Office • Public Hearing Rules: For information on public hearing rules and procedures, please consult the City website at http://www. richmond.ca/cityhall/council/hearings/about.htm or call the City Clerk’s Office at 604.276.4007. • All submissions will form part of the record of the hearing. Once the Public Hearing has concluded, no further information or submissions can be considered by Council. It should be noted that the rezoned property may be used for any or all of the uses permitted in the “new” zone. Michelle Jansson Acting Director, City Clerk’s Office

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According to Environment Canada’s forecast, temperatures are now climbing, with a warming trend continuing through next week. No freezing temperatures are forecasted. Besides storing green carts indoors, some collection providers offer other tips, such as lining the bottom of a cart with newspaper or layering food scraps with dry yard trimmings. Canada’s largest city has another approach. In Toronto, residents are encouraged to use plastic bags as liners to prevent loose organics from freezing to the sides of the bin. The city’s processing facility is able to remove the plastic bags from organic waste material. Plastic bags aren’t accepted in Richmond and elsewhere in Metro Vancouver—even the compostable kind—but newspaper and paper bag

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awyers acting on behalf of the federal government this week are arguing in B.C.’s Supreme Court that Canada has no covenant with its military veterans, and that any promises made to them can be adjusted at will by elected representatives. This is the government’s line of defence against a class-action suit being pursued by the Equitas Society on behalf of disabled veterans. The society has long argued – with supporting evidence of those struggling with lingering physical and mental injuries – that the government’s policy of lump-sum payments to wounded veterans is paltry compensation indeed for those willing to sacrifice their lives for the principles we hold dear. No matter what one believes about a suitable level of compensation for veterans – which is

a matter for our lawmakers – to argue flatly that Canada has no covenant with its sons and daughters in the military is shocking, both in its moral insensitivity and sheer lack of political astuteness. It goes against what every Canadian has been raised to believe. Many times we have been reminded by our politicians that we owe our veterans a debt that can never be repaid. Yet, some are tacitly supporting dishonourable measures that seek, by legal maneuvers, to devalue and dismiss that service. At the heart and core of what it means to be a Canadian are principles of service and sacrifice, particularly in dark days when peace and democracy are threatened. Many lay down their lives in that conflict, while others endure wounds both seen and unseen for the rest of their days.

It is their service that we honour every November at cenotaphs across this land, along with poppy-sporting politicians who are swift to lay wreaths and spout platitudes. Our representatives should remember the words of then-prime minister Sir Robert Borden to Canadian troops preparing to go into battle at Vimy Ridge in 1917: “You can go into this action feeling assured of this, and as the head of the government I give you this assurance, that you need have no fear that the government and the country will fail to show just appreciation of your service to the country in what you are about to-do and what you have already done…no man, whether he goes back or whether he remains in Flanders, will have just cause to reproach the government for having broken faith with the men who won and the men who died.” —Black Press

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emember in the movie Jaws when Sheriff Brody is out on the ocean in a decrepit fishing boat hunting the killer Great White shark and he gets his first good look at how huge the beast really is? His reaction is perfect. He straightens up in shock, and says “We’re going to need a bigger boat.”

What Sheriff Brody experienced can be more dryly described as a ‘redefining of his frame of reference’. I mention this because I just experienced a ‘Brody moment’ myself when I was investigating why Rob Fraley, Monsanto’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), just recently said “I could easily see us in the next five or ten years being an information technology company.” Wait a minute, doesn’t Monsanto produce genetically modified seeds, chemicals and controversial pesticides like Roundup? Yes, but these are merely pieces of a corporate strategy to increase profits, a strategy I thought I knew well.

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Imagine my surprise when my research revealed that Monsanto’s strategic plans were much grander than I’d previously thought. To understand why I had my ‘Brody moment’, then first we have to talk about modern farming. Forget all your ideas or stereotypes about farmers – these folk are wired in a way that even the most gadget-obsessed city dweller would envy. Many farmers have fields that are monitored in real-time for things like temperature, soil moisture, and fertilizer levels, generating a flood of data. And it’s not just the fields that are wired. Much of the newest generation of modern (and incredibly expensive) farm equipment like tractors, fertilizer sprayers or combines have onboard computers, GPS and sophisticated sensors to ensure that fields are worked precisely. Much of this data can be accessed by farmers through computers or apps on their smart-

phones. One such app is called Climate, made by Climate Corp (who obviously don’t spend much on coming up with imaginative names). This app takes information uploaded by farmers and combines it with data from Climate Corp’s own extensive weather network and climate database to generate detailed recommendations for farmers about how to best manage their fields. This includes when to plant crops, how much water or fertilizer to use, or when to harvest – essentially taking the guesswork out of farming. This where Monsanto comes in. Last year it bought Climate Corp for almost one billion dollars. The match was perfect for them. Monsanto plans to combine Climate Corp’s immense real-time database about weather and soil conditions with their own research into new seeds, fertilizers and pesticides so that these products can be tailored for specific local farming

challenges. But this also means that if Monsanto can convince all farmers to use the Climate app, the company will know precisely what types and amounts of seeds farmers plant, how much fertilizer or pesticides they use, and what their final yields are. So not only would Monsanto gain incredibly valuable real-world farming data that would aid their research into new products, more importantly, it would enable the company to take any guesswork out of their marketing. Each farmer’s business would be an open book to Monsanto, with all that implies. While this is a sweeping corporate strategy indeed, we still haven’t reached our ‘Brody moment’ yet. To get that, you have to understand that when Monsanto says they’d like all farmers to use the Climate app, they literally mean ‘all farmers’. Everywhere, worldwide. That’s possible because

of the cellphone revolution. Though it may be hard to believe, even in the poorest parts of the world most people now have cellphones. Certainly most of the farmers in developing countries do, something Monsanto is well aware of. With a cellphone, these farmers can use the Climate app to tap into a wealth of knowledge about weather, soil and farming techniques that they could never access before. And of course, Monsanto will gain access to these farmers in return, opening up entirely new markets for their products. But above all else, Monsanto would have access, and possibly control of, much of the data on farming worldwide, creating new opportunities for them that could potentially dwarf all of their other business concerns. Given this prospect, CTO Rob Fraley’s comments about how Monsanto might become an information technology company make perfect sense. Hello, shark, now we can see you. Believe me, the other biotech companies are not just going to just let Monsanto dominate, and are also planning similar schemes to permeate the food production systems of the entire world with their technologies. Whether you think this is all good or bad depends on how much you trust biotech companies, but for me personally, given their poor track record, I think that when dealing with them, we will need a bigger boat. Stephen Mullins is the communications manager for Richmond Food Security Society. See www. richmondfoodsecurity.org for information.

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Nothing has changed for abused women and children Editor: I attended a very interesting one-day conference on violence against women in Richmond this week. Then I heard the news about yet another murder of a woman and her two children by a spouse, this time in Toronto. I am so tired of our â&#x20AC;&#x153;caringâ&#x20AC;? society failing these families over and over again. The woman apparently made a little too much money to qualify for access to safe affordable housing or to the legal system for her custody issues and her need for protection from a violent spouse. I was a social worker in the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;70s, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;80s and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;90s and have been an active community volunteer since then. Nothing has changed for abused women and children, except we talk about the issue more openly. Practical help such as re-housing and legal aid must be made available immediately to women and children fleeing violence or we will continue to have more senseless and heart-breaking deaths. Mary Phillips Richmond

A puzzling letter Editor: I was initially puzzled by a letter (published on Nov. 26) pertaining to the recent Richmond municipal election. The beginning of this letter offered â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;a special congratulations to Renew Richmond candidate Alice S. Wong who was elected to school trustee. I thought to myself, why would the author single out this individual for special congratulations?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Imagine my surprise to find that the letter was signed by Alice S. Wong herself, along with her two Renew Richmond teammates! It would appear that Ms. Wong is already displaying at least one of the skills required to succeed in politics. Jack Wootton Richmond

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Gateway musical opens tonight ‘Crazy For You’ promises some of the best music from George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter

he curtain rises on Gateway Theatre’s December musical tonight (Friday)— and it promises to be a toe-tapping good time.

Crazy For You, the new Gershwin musical, is a high-octane musical set in the 1930s full of songs like “I Got Rhythm” and “Nice Work If You Can Get It.” Bachelor Bobby Child is plugging away at a fledgling theatre career in the Big Apple when his job at the family bank forces him to foreclose on a property in the middle of nowhere. But it’s there where Bobby finds his love of theatre and the love of his life. Expect plenty of hijinks and hilarity. Barbara Tomasic directs the two-and-ahalf hour show that stars

David Cooper photo Gaelan Beatty and Kate Blackburn star in Crazy For You, a musical that opens this weekend on Gateway Theatre’s MainStage.

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Ken Ludwig wrote the book, and George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin are behind the show’s music and lyrics. Beatty, who plays Bobby Child, said the music is the Gershwins’ best of the best. “It’s a highlight real show is what it is. It’s like watching SportsCentre, but for musical theatre,” he told The Richmond Review in a recent interview. The lead actor has a big task in carrying the show through myriad scenes of acting, dancing and singing. “I knew when I took the part it was going to be very challenging,

and that’s what I was hoping for—something that would really challenge me,” said Beatty. “It’s proving to be absolutely that. As much as I can I’m doing my best to really step up to that challenge.” Staging a musical in December is a 30-yearold tradition at Gateway Theatre. Crazy opens Dec. 5 on the MainStage and runs through to Dec. 31. Tickets, $20 to $48, at gatewaytheatre. com or 604-270-1812.

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hristmas songs from 16 countries will be brought to life by the Richmond Chorus next weekend.

The Richmond Chorus is preparing for its annual Christmas show. This year the choir will touch on many traditions, using languages from across the globe.

languages will be showcased. The choir will sing carols from the British Isles, South and North Europe, Australia, the Philippines, Sierra Leone, and the Americas. They’ll be delivered in languages that include Welsh, Dutch, Swedish, Polish, Spanish, Tagalog and Huron, as well as English. The choir will also offer plenty of opportunities for audience participation. As a nation of immigrants, many in Canada

“The World Sings Christmas” is this year’s edition of the popular annual concert from the choir of the Richmond Orchestra and Chorus. Audiences will hear the smoothness of a Welsh Lullaby and the excitement of an African Christmas celebration. What’s promised is a culturally rich Christmas celebration of musical memories, according to Richmond Chorus conductor Brigid Coult. Many traditions and

have their own special Christmas traditions, noted Coult. “A few years ago I programmed a wellloved Polish carol at a Christmas carol service. A member of the congregation coached the choir through the pronunciation, and when we sang it he had tears of joy streaming down his face. ‘I can hear my mother singing it,’ he said.” Sponsored by the Rotary clubs of Richmond, the concert takes

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Classical guitarist Louise Southwood has never played in a rock band, but says she’d love to play Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven” while Robert Plant sings.

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New Year’s Resolution: Hot rides and buys for 2015 Here are what I consider to be five important cars for 2015.

This sixth generation Explorer marks the 25th anniversary of the iconic SUV, with over 350,000 sold in Canada so far.

Mazda MX-5 2015 Jeep Renegade Over the last few years Mazda has been introducing There is no question that the merger of Fiat and vehicles with its new Skyactiv technology but there is Chrysler has helped to introduce many new vehicles. one car that will signify the culmination of all the things The small car segment is a perfect example; the Fiat Mazda does well, the next generation MX-5 (Miata). 500 and its variations has been a plus The MX-5 will come in 2015 as a 2016 for Chrysler’s bottom line. Built in Europe model and all eyes are on Mazda to see on the Fiat 500L platform, this smaller what it can deliver. The bodywork is more Jeep Renegade replaces the Compass dramatic and having seen it in person, and Patriot models. Powered by either the dimensions look fanatic but the new a 160hp, 1.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder front grille might take a while to adapt too. or a larger 184hp, 2.4L 4-cylinder, Jeep The two-seat cockpit is roomier, thanks to claims that this compact crossover is a wider body and longer wheelbase but still a capable vehicle because of two the overall length is 105mm shorter and by Zack Spencer available all-wheel-drive (AWD) systems. 20mm lower. The standard models will be available with front-wheelThe 2.0L Skyactiv direct injection 4-cylinder will power drive (FWD), with either a 6-speed manual or 9-speed this lightweight car and power will go to the rear automatic transmission. wheels though a 6-speed manual transmission. Engine output has not been announced, neither has the price, Styling is all-American; the signature Jeep grille is married perfectly into the boxy design, as too are other Jeep but expect the car to be competitive with the 2015 model on price. styling cues. The interior is has a rugged, yet upscale design that features all of Jeep’s latest technology, Ford Explorer including the award winning Uconnect infotainment The sixth generation Ford Explorer will arrive in 2015 system. Pricing has not been announced but expect it as a 2016 model, now with new 2.3L EcoBoost engine shortly as it is due at dealerships very soon. available on the base and XLT trim. This replaces the older 2.0L Ecoboost and provides a 270hp, a 13 per cent bump over the last version. The 290hp 3.5L V6 is carried over but the Sport trim and new Platinum trim will be fitted with the 365hp Ecoboost V6. Ford claims that styling is the number one purchase consideration so the shape was retained but new grille and LED headlamps help refresh the look.

Honda HR-V Coming in 2015 is another SUV, smaller than the CR-V, helping to define the new subcompact SUV market. This little runabout is built off the excellent Honda Fit platform and will include many of the features that make that car a standout. The first is the interior of the HR-V. It will also feature Honda’s Magic Seats that flip

and fold for amazing versatility. The same 1.8L 4-clinder engine with 138hp will power this vehicle, either with FWD or AWD, through a continuously variable transmission or 6-cpeed manual. Pricing will be introduced closer to the introduction this coming spring. Built in Mexico, the HR-V will give Honda the same leg up that the original CR-V did for the small SUV segment. Chevrolet Volt It might surprise many people that the best selling electric car in Canada is the Chevrolet Volt, not the sexy Tesla Model S. There are many reasons for this, mainly the fact that the Volt provides all-electric transportation for 65 kms but with the aid of a small 4-cylinder generator to extend the range over 300 kms. This car has all of the upside of an electric car with none of the range limiting restrictions. In 2015, Chevrolet will introduce the second generation of Chevrolet Volt, one that hopes to improve on the usability of the car in terms of comfort and electric driving range. General Motors will showcase the next generation car in January at the Detroit Auto Show and the company’s CEO has stated that the new car “will store more energy in its battery pack with fewer cells, yet go further on a charge.” General Motors claims that 80 per cent of current Volt owners commute entirely on electric power, so any improvement to range will help increase this number. The Volt isn’t a huge volume seller for General Motors but this new model will help the company to showcase what it can do technologically. General Motors has the capability to produce some the most advanced cars on the road. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Safety Tip: On average, there are almost double the crashes resulting in injury or fatality in B.C. due to driving too fast for conditions in December. In poor conditions, slow down, increase your following distance and give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination.

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arts & entertainment

20 Questions With Louise Southwood From Page 16 She graduated with a music degree from London’s Royal College of Music and has performed throughout the world, including Bermuda, where she spent seven years teaching and performing. It was on this tropical British territory where she joined forces with violinist David France to perform as the Southwood-France Duo. Her CDs, Emergence and Chrysalis are packed with her favourite pieces, both ancient and modern, and display her varied interests and instrumental techniques. Southwood is now a member of the Delta Community Music School faculty, and lists Johann Sebastian Bach as her favourite composer. Her Dec. 7 shipyards show will be staged inside the Chinese Bunkhouse at 1 p.m. Tickets, $10, at the door. Britannia Shipyards is located at 5180 Westwater Dr. 1. Something you’ll play on Dec. 7? “’Asturias (Leyenda)’ by Albeniz. One of the most popular pieces that classical guitarists play but was actually written for the piano.” 2. A favourite Christmas/December tradition? “Buying the family Christmas tree with my dad and decorating it while drinking sherry.” 3. Favourite holiday dessert? “English trifle of course.” 4. Where did you grow up? “I grew up in Hampshire which is a county in the South of England.”

5. How did Bermuda influence your music? “I think the audiences in Bermuda were particularly appreciative so that influenced my performing in a very positive way. I really started to enjoy performing more and trying to do as much of it as I could.” 6. Barry Manilow’s ‘Bermuda Triangle’ must be a favourite? “Ha ha—haven’t heard that one before.” 7. How often did you eat codfish and potatoes for breakfast in Bermuda? “I’ve only eaten it a couple of times but the locals eat it every week. Very tasty but surprisingly rich.” 8. A place island visitors should experience? “Bermuda is only a two hour flight from Toronto and not down in the Caribbean, so more accessible than most people think. It has the most beautiful beaches and the water is crystal clear. It truly is a paradise.” 9. A memorable concert you’ve performed? “I returned to Bermuda in 2013 for the 10th Bermuda Guitar Festival. All my old colleagues, friends and students attended and it was very special.” 10. Since your move here, does the Southwood-France Duo still perform? “Sadly not. David lives in Boston which is a fair ways from Vancouver. I am planning a reunion in 2015 so watch this space.” 11. Ever broken a string during a show? “Never during a show thankfully but other mishaps have occurred like music falling of the

stand and jewelry mysteriously flying through the air mid-piece.” 12. What were your first impressions of Carlos Bonell? “Carlos is charming and personable but I was a little intimidated at first—him being such an accomplished and renowned guitarist.” 13. What was studying at the Royal College of Music like? “It was one of the most intense and rewarding periods of my life. Extremely competitive and humbling too.” 14. You play guitar—why is Bach your favourite composer? “He is a musical genius and I just love interpreting and performing his music. It has all been transcribed for the guitar but I think if he was alive today he would agree that it works really well on the instrument.” 15. Have you ever performed in a band? “Never in a rock or pop band but in various groups of classical musicians.” 16. A few popular artists on your iPod? “Led Zeppelin (my favourite), Bob Marley, Damian Rice, Stevie Wonder.” 17. A music legend you’d love to play with? “I’d love to play ‘Stairway to Heaven’ while Robert Plant sings.” 18. Instrument you’d love to learn? “I would love to learn the cello, and in my next life I will!” 19. Best way to relax? “Watching an excellent movie or reading a book in bed with a cup of tea.” 20. A future goal? “To make another CD and to play abroad more.”

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Top 5 spots to get holiday gifts Tourism Richmond has released a list of the top 5 sports to shop for holiday gifts in Richmond. 1. If you're shopping for the fine arts and crafts connoisseur, head to Steveston Village. Steveston is magical yearround and at Christmas this seaside gem goes all out with twinkling lights, streetside decorations and festive displays. The village’s charming specialty shops are fully stocked with unique gifts including stoneware pottery, jewelry, shawls, hand-painted greeting cards, leather goods, kitchen utensils, tree ornaments, garden decor and lathe-turned wooden bowls. Don’t miss Pieces boutique for Canadian art and heartfelt gifts, Sinfully the Best for artisanal chocolate treats, and the Gulf of Georgia Cannery’s gift shop for tasty preserves, West Coast recipe books and locally crafted pottery. The Cannery also hosts a winter farmers’ market bi-weekly from October through April with one pre-Christmas market day remaining: Sunday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. From jewelry to ornaments, these market gifts are handcrafted, and complimentary gift wrapping is available on site.

2. If you're shopping for: the savvy traveller, head to: Sea Island and the Golden Village. Every jet-setting traveller needs an arsenal of products to ensure a smooth journey. Where better to shop than at the source? At the Vancouver International Airport (YVR), located on Richmond's Sea Island, there are hundreds of items big and small to make travel days a little more enjoyable — from bestselling travel memoirs (Hudson News) to luggage accessories (Travel + Leisure) to tech-toys (Boutique iStore). Gift hunters will also find several gourmet chocolate and souvenir shops including Crafthouse (run by the Craft Council of B.C.) for an ever-changing collection of handmade products from the easels, looms, sewing machines and kilns of B.C.’s local artisans. Travelling by air via YVR during the holidays? Once through security travellers will have access to luxury brands including Hermès, Chanel (at The Beauty Shop), Gucci (at Collection), as well as Ray-Ban, DKNY, Oakley and Prada at the Sunglass Hut. Diehard traveller with a fondness for Asia on the list? Richmond’s Golden Village offers an authentic taste of Asia right here in North America, minus the

jetlag. In the Golden Village there are more than 300 shops and services including Asian specialty grocery stores, Chinese herbal medicine shops, jewelry stores, art galleries and the latest Asian designer fashions at the city’s three Hong Kong-inspired malls: Parker Place, Yaohan Centre and Aberdeen Centre. There are more than 15,000 Asian food items at the T&T Supermarket, including popular Asian snack foods, sauces and spices. Overwhelmed with options? Pick up a gift card at one of the city’s top Asian eateries. Richmond is famously home to "the best Chinese food outside of China."

Village. Aberdeen Centre's two-dollar store Daiso is the No. 1 destination for stocking stuffers. From mini-notebooks to novelty ice cube trays, it has everything needed to stuff stockings for the entire family — at $2 an item. Especially suited for tiny tots, Daiso offers a wide variety of festive and inexpensive treats including toys, puzzles, games, crafts and novelty costume accessories that are must-haves for the kids’ dressup trunk.

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Gear up for Chanukah with olive press workshop Just in time for Chanukah, Chabad of Richmond will be holding an olive oil press workshop for kids this Sunday from 2-3 p.m. at the Brighouse branch of Richmond Public Library. This free, drop-in, hands-on event shows the process that was used to produce pure olive oil more than 2,200 years ago. “Kids can roll up their sleeves to sort and hand-press fresh olives in an old-fashioned wood and cast iron olive press,” said Rabbi Yechiel Baitelman, director of Chabad Richmond. “They can then refine the oil in a centrifuge, which distills it into pure olive oil. “The children can also spin wicks out of cotton which would be used to light the menorah, or nine-branch

candelabra that is used for Chanukah.” “Chabad’s Chanukah programs such as the Olive Oil Workshop help kids feel more connected to their Jewish heritage, which is particularly important during the December holiday season,” added Baitelman, who organized the workshop. “We encourage kids and their families to feel a heightened sense of Jewish pride by making the holiday of Chanukah come alive through the workshop and other fun events.” Chabad’s olive oil press workshop is a travelling hands-on exhibit designed to help kids and their families prepare for Chanukah. This year, the eight-day festival of Chanukah begins on the evening of Tuesday, Dec. 16th. The olive oil press

workshop is one of Chabad’s many Living Legacy programs, which teach about the Jewish holidays through fun and interactive workshops. “Chabad’s holiday awareness programs are extremely innovative. It is positive educational experiences like these that make kids appreciate their Jewish heritage and instills in them a desire to learn more,” added Baitelman. The workshop takes place in the in the Kwok-Chu Lee Living Room of the library at 7700 Minoru Gate. Throughout the lower mainland, Chabad will be presenting scores of fun, family-oriented Chanukah events and celebrations. For more information about Chanukah and a local schedule of events visit www.ChabadRichmond. com/Chanukah. .

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Talented Wildcats embracing expectations by Don Fennell Sports Editor Two years ago they were the Cinderella kids, a group of fresh-faced Grade 9s who surprisingly clawed their way to the provincial junior girls’ basketball championships. But with success comes expectation, and now at the senior level the R.A. McMath Wildcats are one of the early favourites to contend for top honours at the triple-A high school level. The players don’t seem to mind though. In fact, coach Anne GillrieCarre says they’ve taken their passion for the game and worked hard in the

off-season to prepare for what promises to be a competitive campaign. The potential for the 2014-15 season to go down as both memorable and rewarding is certainly there. Four of the players suited up for provincial teams at the under-14, under-16 and under-17 age groups, while others played on competitive club programs. Though Gillrie-Carre is stressing the importance of team play, there’s no questioning the pure athletic talent of the likes of Jessica Jones, Bobby-Jo Colburn, Jessica Zawada and Justine McCaskill. Among her many strengths, Jones is the best pure shooter in the province who along with Colburn—

one of the best all-around talents in her age group—is part of a new Basketball Canada program centered on working with future national team prospects. Zawada is part of the senior elite development training program as well. “She is an amazing athlete who punishes teams at both ends of the court,” says Gillrie-Carre, who for many years guided the successful fortunes of the Steveston Packers. “These three girls have all made the difficult first cuts for next year’s provincial under-17 team.” McCaskill, the Wildcats’starting point guard, formerly trained as part of the Basketball BC program and this year

was part of the Surrey Athlete program. She can knock the lights out with deadly three-point shooting and is a team general on the court, says Gillrie-Carre. The prospect pool continues with a pair of Grade 9s, on the team for the second consecutive year. Abby Zawada played on the under-14 provincial team and Lyric Custodio with the prolific Athlete program last summer. Both are training as part of the under-15 elite development program this fall. “They come with a very complete offensive and defensive set of skills. Their deadly outside shooting skills

and blasting penetration to the hoop puts them at the top of the province for their age,” says Gillrie-Carre. Paul Jones, a longtime senior boys’ and regional girls’ basketball coach, has stepped up to help with coaching the Wildcats to fill the shoes of former associate coach Nathan Kishi. His experience and knowledge bring invaluable new ideas and eyes to the program, says Gillrie-Carre. Currently ranked seventh in the province, the Wildcats are determined to do their best to realize or better that prediction. But Gillrie-Carre says they had already set their goals high. See Page 27

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reaffirm Richmond’s reputation as one of Canada’s healthiest cities by adding top-flight yoga programs and amenities to the oval’s already outstanding array of recreation, sport, fitness, sport medicine and wellness programs and services.” YYoga at the Richmond Olympic Oval will feature more than 65 classes a week. “We are thrilled to expand the YYoga community and partner with the Richmond Olympic Oval,” said Terry McBride, CEO of YYoga. “This is a world class facility

that is dedicated to the health and wellness of the residents of Richmond. As someone who was born and raised here, I am very excited to be a part of that.” Complimentary pop-up YYoga classes will be held at the oval in its current studio space every Sunday from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. from Dec. 21 to Jan. 11. The class will be an all levels flow class. Participants are asked to bring their own mat and arrive 15 minutes early to sign in.

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Schell earns league’s defensive honours While the Kamloops Vibe appear to running away from the pack in the South Coast Female Amateur Hockey League, having lost just one of their first 14 games, Richmond Devils are very much in the thick of the next tier as the December portion of the schedule begins. The Devils, 6-3-2 on the season, scored an important 4-1 win over Simon Fraser University last weekend, with goaltender Kasey Schell playing a prominent role. Schell, named the league’s defensive player of the week, earned her third victory in seven starts while lowering her goals against average to 1.49, the third-best numbers in the league. She also has a .918 save percentage and one shutout. Richmond returns to action this week when it hosts the Fraser Valley Jets (5-5-1) Saturday night at Richmond Ice Centre. Game time is 7 p.m.

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sports Sharks have height among starting 5 by Don Fennell Sports Editor

Two years ago, as Grade 9s, the McMath Wildcats made a surprising run to the B.C. high school junior girls’ basketball championships.

McMath adopts team-first approach From Page 22

Both worked hard on their game in offseason programs and the dividends are paying off, says Gillrie-Carre. “They exude Wildcat excellence as nobody outworks them on the court and in school,” she says. The Wildcats should be fun to watch as they bring a ton of heart, skill and intensity to the court. Because the team lacks true post height they have to use a variety of effective, and sometimes innovative, defensive strategies to stop the opposing inside game. Gillrie-Carre is amazed at how Hannah Partridge, although only five-footnine, and Carmen Milne at five-foot-six, play with the hearts of lions to shut down the six foot-plus posts inside.

“There are 14 talented multiple-sport athletes who are working hard to become a force as a stellar basketball team,” she says. “All of these girls would be starters in most schools, so depth is great at McMath.” That includes two of the best defenders in the province in Montana Leonard and Ellie Reid. Wildcats’ fans will also delight in seeing them finish off many fast-breaks with their lightning speed. Grade 12s Chelsea Simpkins and Josie Buter bring valuable senior leadership and experience as well as strong shooting to the group. Julia Wilson and Bonnie Leung come off the bench with feisty defence and are able to hit from the outside.

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It’s been a while since the Steveston-London Sharks have been able to put out a starting five with this much athleticism and height. Coach Mike Stoneburgh is naturally delighted. “We have a tall and athletic starting lineup,” he says, referring to six-footfour Taros Johal, six-foot-three Stefan Lim and six-foot-two Nigel Boyd, who are joined by guards Dennis Yapp and Brian Chen who will determine the fortunes of the school’s senior boys’ basketball team this season.

But, Johal and Boyd are the lone returning starters and still only Grade 11s, while Yapp was the sixth man last year. Still, Stoneburgh likes his team’s potential. “Nigel is so athletic and all around player. Last year he tied in for the team lead in scoring and rebounding and he will be counted on this year again,” says Stoneburgh. “Taros was second in rebounding and third in scoring and will also be expected to bring the same. And Dennis will be running the team this year and is a good all around player who sees the floor well .” In Chen, the Sharks have a consis-

tent free throw shooter and quality defender. William Huang, Matt Levenstein, Robleah Ismail are expected to continue to work hard to increase their playing time. As a team, the Sharks’ strong suit is being able to limit the opposition’s secondary chances by not giving up offensive boards. And when they’re offence, the Sharks promise to put up plenty of shots. Stoneburg expects the Richmond league will again be competitive with three provincially-ranked AAA teams and Richmond High just below the bar at AAAA.

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Sowing hockey seeds in Shanghai Seafair Atom A1 Islanders afforded opportunity to represent Canada in unique tournament by Don Fennell Sports Editor

il may be the nation’s biggest export, but nothing says Canada quite like hockey.

It’s in our blood, and we’re only too happy to share it with the world. A youth team from Richmond will have that honour early in the new year, when the Seafair Atom A1 Islanders travel to China for the inaugural Vancouver Canucks Cup Jan. 1 to 3 in Shanghai. “It’s going to be a crazy adventure and I don’t know what to expect,” says Makayala Kusch, who plays defence for the Islanders. “But I’m looking forward to meeting the different kids we will be playing against while visiting a country on the other side of the world, seeing it in real life instead of pictures on Google images,” she says. “And shopping and tasting different things will fun, too.” Makayla enjoys playing hockey

not only because she gets to play with her friends, but also because her coaches are so supportive and encourage her to be herself. Finding out that all the coaches were going put a huge smile on her face. Tova Henderson still has difficulty believing she’s being afforded this opportunity. “Really I am just speechless, which my teammates will find hard to believe,” she says. “I am looking forward to competing against all the teams from different countries, and being able to spend a once-in-a-lifetime experience with my best friends and teammates will be extraordinary. I’ve also wanted to spend time experiencing another culture and maybe meet some new friends that I can keep in touch with.” A strong believer that how you practice is how you play, goaltender Lauren McKay is thrilled to be participating “because I get to wear a Canada jersey and show the other teams how we play hockey in Canada.” “It will (also) be fun to meet lots of

new kids and teams from all over Asian,” she says. “And we also will get to see some of the Shanghai culture.” Anne Tien says she is “overexcited” and looking forward to making new friends while sampling “the great food.” “Our team is so lucky,” she says. The seeds for the three-day tournament were planted three years ago through John Zhang, a Seafair dad whose son played on a Peewee team coached by Aaron Wilbur. Through Zhang’s connections in China, Wilbur was invited to do some coaching in Shanghai and later to host a week-long series of clinics in Beijing during spring break and later in the summer. The clinics have been held annually ever since. “It’s allowed us to build some grassroots (in hockey),” says Wilbur, who is overseeing this event. “There’s been a lot of growth in the game, and with the Canucks coming aboard this year it’s fun to share (even more of) something we’re so passionate about.” While there are about 2,000 registered hockey players in Beijing, the game is just starting to take shape in Shanghai. But in the last three years there has been a 400 per cent increase in the number of

players at the initiation level in the Century Star Club’s hockey program. “My experience has been that if you hang out around the game you soon get a real sense of community,” says Wilbur. “But the great thing with these kids (in China) is that none, or very few of them, have seen a (pro) game live or had the opportunity to watch on TV. Their love of the game stems strictly from playing it.” With the NHL recognizing the enormity of a virtually untapped marketplace in China, the Canucks have been quick to lend their support behind the clinics headed up

Wilbur, and to the new tournament. But Wilbur says the Canucks are also very much invested in expanding the grassroots of the game. Wilbur hopes the inaugural Canuck Cup tournament not only become an annual event, but helps to attract many more players to the game in the immediate future. Being hockey ambassadors from Canada, which is considered the cradle of the game around the world, is a big responsibility for a group of nine- and 10-year-olds. But the kids from Seafair couldn’t be any more excited or proud to be asked to participate in the eight-team event which will also feature four teams from Beijing and one each from Shanghai, Hong Kong and Chinese Tapei. With cost being a major consideration from day one, Seafair vicepresident Cody Kusch has worked hard to ensure the team is able to go to China intact. He says it was important than no player be left behind. “I thought about what an incredible experience it will be,” says Kusch. “And before we knew it all 17 players were committed despite the cost (initially about $4,000 per person but since cut in half through fundraising).”

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Inaugural Vancouver Canucks Cup to ring in new year Jan. 1 to 3

The 2014-15 Seafair Islanders Atom 1 team will be travelling to China Dec. 28 to participate in the inaugural Vancouver Canucks Cup Jan. 1 to 3 in Shanghai. From Page 28

“It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience and it’s why so many of our parents put their kids in hockey,” says Kusch. “It’s not just about hockey, but getting life skills from the game.” Kusch and his colleagues also hope that all the kids will act like kids, enthusiastically sharing what they have in common while learning to appreciate the dif-

ferences in their cultures. Throughout it all, they’ll be building a legacy for others to emulate, he says. Seafair president Nigel Shackles says Kusch deserves special credit for his endless drive and enthusiasm for bringing all the various pieces of the puzzle together to ensure the players and parents are afforded this rare opportunity. “Besides the competi-

tion the players will face from various teams from China and beyond, the cultural aspect to all this is very important,” says Shackles. “In the city of Richmond, we have experienced much growth and change over the past few decades and newcomers have brought with them a lively culture that helps shape our community and make it more vibrant and alive than

ever before. By sending a team to play in the tournament, I hope we continue to bridge the cultural gap so we can all continue create and re-create a Richmond is that is fully prepared for the coming decades. It is fervently hoped that our team’s participation in the tournament will lead to continued involvement and continued building of bridges between cultures. I think that is what makes living in Richmond special and I am very happy to see a long-standing organization such as Seafair Minor Hockey contribute in such a positive way.” Shackles says Seafair’s members believe the experience of being involved in minor hockey is far greater than merely experiencing wins and losses. It is time spent travelling and playing with teammates in events such as the upcoming tournament in China that are “invaluable” and define what should be the essence of being a child growing up

playing the sport. “Our goal is to make sure all parents and players realize that while wins are fun, the larger goal must always be about what type of memories are being generated through their childhood and teenage

years in the local, and in this case, far-off rinks,” he says. Shackles says it’s a testament to this philosophy and the leadership (coach Stephan Grenier and manager EdTien) of the Seafair Atom A1 team that it has taken it

upon itself to participate in this event, particularly in light of all the logistics it entails. Will the Atoms win? Who knows. But, says Shackles, “I kind of get the feeling the kids and parents have won already.”

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Roomy parkhomes in Clayton, Surrey’s most sought-after neighbourhood It is no secret that the Fraser Valley is one of the most beautiful places in B.C. – with it’s sprawling green landscapes and wide-expanse of mountain ranges. Not only is The Grove built by award-winning Townline Homes in the desirable Clayton Heights neighborhood, but its optimal use of green space keeps the grass beneath

your feet and the mountains out your window. The Grove uses a unique ‘tworinged’ site design, meaning that almost every home faces green space; those on the outer ring will back onto a park or greenway, and homes on the inner ring will face a beautifully forested grove. The Grove’s natural setting is located amongst city greenbelts,

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wonderful parks, ponds, trail systems and onsite amenities, such as an outdoor swimming pool, floor hockey and fully stocked gyms, really offers an all-around appeal to any type of buyer.” Some homes are even situated on a gentle slope so residents will enjoy views of the Fraser Valley and Mount Baker. It’s that prime location combined with intelligent design that makes the 141 roomy parkhomes in Surrey’s most sought-after neighborhood a point of envy now and into the future. “The Grove is inhabited by young couples and young families which internally creates a vibrant vibe

within a community you immediately want to call home,” says Sangster. “The Grove has a selected amount of homes currently completed but with a wide variety of homes that will be move in ready come this January 2015.” When you say yes to The Grove, you are saying yes to the best of the Fraser Valley right at your doorstep. The Grove’s Sales Centre and Display Homes are located at #1-19433 68 Ave, Surrey and are open every day except Friday’s from 12-5pm. The site will be closed as of December 22nd 2014 for the holidays, and will be re-open Saturday, January 3rd 2015.

Livia Homes by Ascentia Properties and the use of Fortis Before delving into what makes Ascentia Properties’ newest development “Livia,” extra special, it’s important to fi rst take a look at the fundamentals. Occupying an exclusive niche on the eastern edge of Richmond’s thriving centre, this collection of luxury family townhomes hold a charm of their own.. As a matter of fact, “delightful” would be the perfect word used to describe them. Their high-end finishing give residents a feel for the high life, while still providing everything that a family looks for in a home - a close-knit community and a comfortable place to call their own. With Livia homes, a little extra space goes a long way, which is why every home has a balcony, courtyard or roof deck, and natural gas hook-up on the ground floor patio. Also, the garages of these units have radiant floor heating with separate thermostat controllers. Once inside, enjoy state-of-the-art full size stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, designer laminate flooring and natural gas radiant floor heating. For peace of mind, all homes come with a fire sprinkler system and National Home Warranty. Now you may have noticed the mention of natural gas, and

that brings us back to what makes these homes extra special. The Ascentia team has developed more than 200 single-family homes and has close to a century of experience to draw from, in both residential and commercial development. With keeping quality and luxury in mind, Ascentia Properties provides innovative concepts to their homes, which is why they have chosen natural gas for their developments. Sales Representative of Multiple Realty Ltd., Michael Bir says this is because it provides a clean, reliable, and affordable fuel source to help integrate the demands of consumers. Livia homes boast many uses of natural gas, such as cooking (gas range), a BBQ hook-up (think – you never have to refill a tank), and radiant in-floor heating that keeps your floor warm and your spaces heated longer. This comfort comes from knowing the homes are equipped with a superior Viessmann high-efficiency boiler system that also provides hot water on demand. But according to Bir, the benefits don’t end there. “Busy young families will appreciate the convenience of natural gas cooking as it is offers faster cooking times, and it gives homes an even warmth and comfort that electric heat can’t match,” he says. “Precise temperature control and zoned

heating options make natural gas an energy efficient choice that’s preferred by homeowners.” Want to sauté, simmer and sizzle like a pro? “In the kitchen, a natural gas range gives infinite temperature settings and instant flame control, while other natural gas appliances enhance your comfortable lifestyle,” he says. “Plus, natural gas versus electric adds to a homes resale value.” How about saving money on your energy bills? From heating and power, to indoor and outdoor appliances, natural gas will lessen a home’s environmental footprint without compromising style or ambiance. While heating a home or using appliances to heat water can consume an average of 78 per cent of the total energy used in the house, natural gas space heating equipment are up to 98 per cent efficient. However, the benefits of switching to gas go beyond the cost. During a power outage, your home will stay heated long and you will still be able to cook dinner. Reliable natural gas is always there when you need it, safe, and easy to use, all while saving time and money. For more information about Ascentia Properties’ newest development “Livia,” visit … www.liviahomes.com

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Let an sports experienced Realtor Griffins take aim at repeat go to work by Don Fennell for you Sports Editor ®

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THE E VILLAGE IN STEVESTON! Like Lik new — large, l bright bi and beautiful one bedroom in the heart of Steveston Village. Fantastic open plan, almost 700 square feet, 9 foot ceilings, hardwood, gourmet kitchen, granite counters, great storage and huge outdoor deck. Steps to everything the Steveston lifestyle has to offer! An absolute pleasure to show!

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Arguably the most familiar and consistent face in Richmond high school basketball for the last two decades is stepping aside—for the time being at least. Paul Eberhardt is making way for Rob Brown to coach the R.c. Palmer Griffins senior boys’ basketball team. The move allows Brown to continue working with a group he’s tutored since they were Grade 8s. “I am moving up with a group of young men who have been quite successful so far as a team at every level,”says Brown.“I haven’t coached at the senior level since Paul arrived at the school. He and

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Amazing value in the New Westminster Quay! Lovely, large and bright one bedroom corner suite with wonderful river views, city view and gorgeous sunsets. Over 800 sq.ft. with hardwood flooring, large kitchen, heated bathroom floors and floor to ceiling windows to enjoy the fabulous views. River front living with all conveniences at your doorstep!

Fantastic opportunity to own 2,057 sq.ft. industrial strata unit. Presently used as a one-of-a kind artist studio by renowned Richmond artist. Bright, open studio with both separate and warehouse entrances. Fantastic convenient Richmond location. Use just as is or for one of the many uses such as music studio, dance studio, indoor recreation, automotive, food business and more!

the other coaches here have worked hard to put Palmer Basketball at where it is today.” Though this edition of the Griffins may find themselves the youngest everywhere they play this season, Brown is excited by their potential. “We are playing a very competitive schedule against all of the best teams from all levels, but we work on getting better each day and hopefully we’ll find ourselves in the mix by the end of the season,” he says. Leading the way will be Grade 11s Marko Stojanovic, David Medina, Adrian Ong and Spencer Leung, while a lot be asked of forwards Howard Wong, Koby Thompson and Parmvir Mohar. Jovan Dulay is likely the team’s most improved player, says Brown, and will also be counted on.

1 - 4791 Steveston Hwy. • $575,000 This DUPLEX craftsman style 3 bed, 2 1/2 bath townhouse in Branscombe Mews offers a large wrap-around yard, decks off kitchen and living room that are great for entertaining (with gas hook up for BBQs!), garage &carport with space for 3 cars! With 9’ ceilings on the main floor this open concept home is tastefully decorated featuring granite countertops, re-modelled kitchen and bathrooms, s/s appliances, custom cabinetry, built-in vacuum and recreation room. Conveniently located on Richmond’s new walk/ bike path and within walking distance to Steveston Village & transportation. Family oriented complex w/only 12 units (no rentals), 3 pets. Schools are Diefenbaker Elementary & Boyd High School.

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Yamamoto, Yaeko born on April 25, 1920 in Kelowna, BC passed away on November 29, 2014 in Richmond. General Hospital at the age of 94. She is predeceased by her husband Masao. She is lovingly survived by daughters Judy and Caroline, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers and sisters. A service will take place on December 11, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Steveston Buddhist Temple, 4360 Garry Street, Richmond, BC. Koden not accepted.

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Community Health Nurse in Port Hardy. Email: health-director@kwakiutl.bc.ca for job description or to apply by Dec. 14th, or fax (250) 949-6066.

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The Connaught Skating Club recently received a $92,000 gaming grant from the province and Richmond-Steveston MLA John Yap was on hand to present the cheque. Back row, left to right: Shawn Cuevas, Lanita Mesotopitis, Mitchell Gordon, Kevin Gordon, Gordon Kan, Kerry Wang. Front row: Maria Mesotopitis, Amanda Feltham, Megan Kan, Phoebe Yan. Sophie Ho, John Yap, Joseph Ho.

From left to right: Josh and Lucas Robie, Kelly Krull of Splash Toys, Quinton and Malcolm Dennill. The four boys, aged 8-11, spent much of 2014 collecting empty bottles (memorizing the phrase “Return-it, it’s worth it”) and selling personal items on Delta’s Swap’n Shop website. With the year-round support of neighbours, family and friends, as well as a generous discount provided by Splash Toys, in Steveston, the boys were able to donate $837 worth of toys and over $200 in books at this year’s Christmas Fund Drive-Thru Event.

Volunteers, staff and board members get Thompson Community Centre into the Christmas spirit during a Winter Decoration Party Nov. 27. Decorations include a Frozen theme in the Annex—including a giant painted Olaf—and a Christmas theme in the Main building. J.N. Burnett students in the school’s Art Attack Group designed all the window murals. The event kick started the centre’s food drive. Donations to support the Richmond Food Bank can be placed under any of the Christmas trees throughout the centre.

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