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Martin van den Hemel photo Fire protection bylaw changes will allow the city to board up any building left abandoned.
City cracking down on vacant homes Abandoned buildings pose a risk to neighbourhoods, says fire chief by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Richmond is putting the squeeze on owners of abandoned houses with new rules aimed at reducing the risk of fires. Endorsed Tuesday by a council committee, fire protection bylaw changes would allow the city to board up any building left abandoned—with 24 hours’ notice—and send the owner the bill. Such owners would also be on the hook for costs if a vacant house—boarded up or not—catches fire or otherwise requires a response or even de-
molition. “Within the region there certainly is a lot of redevelopment and reinvigoration of communities and even densification, so this isn’t unique to Richmond,” said Richmond Fire-Rescue Chief John McGowan, who isn’t aware of any other city in the region taking similar action. “This is just another step in managing a risk to the community and creating a safer community.” Last year Richmond Fire-Rescue responded to 17 fire calls at abandoned properties, and Richmond RCMP were called out 55 times. Richmond has been cracking down on abandoned homes since mid2013. That’s when bylaw officers began proactive patrols to identify abandoned properties. See Page 4
Jenna Hauck photo Anthony Demch of R.A. McMath controls the ball during a game against Charles Best at the B.C. high school boys triple-A basketball provincial championships at Langley Events Centre on Wednesday. McMath opened the four-day tournament with a 73-70 win.
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New tech holds promise for search-and-rescue Star Solutions’ cell-network-in-abox helps connect searchers with people who get lost by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter For people who get lost while hiking in a remote area or skiing in mountaineous terrain, a cell phone can be a vital lifeline. According to the search-and-rescue industry, 95 per cent of people who get lost have a cell phone with them. But spotty cellular coverage in these remote areas means dialing out for help often isn’t an option. That’s where a Richmond-based company has stepped forward with a solution that holds the promise of drastically speeding up searchand-rescue operations, and connecting rescuers with the people they’re looking for through those cell phones. Star Solutions International has been in the cellular network industry for 20 years, and earlier this month unveiled at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona a new pintsized cellular network in a box that weighs just two kilograms and can be attached to remote-controlled drones capable of hovering over an area being searched. Alex Pourian, director of sales for Star Solutions, explained that their product, called Cellular Network on
Star Solutions International has unveiled a new pint-sized cellular network in a box that weighs just two kilograms and can be attached to remote-controlled drones capable of hovering over an area being searched.
Drone, would enable rescuers to ping (broadcast an electronic signal to determine whether there is a connection to it) any cell phones in a specific area, and send an SMS or text message to people who may be in need of assistance. If a person who receives the text message needs help, they reply with a yes and the drone relays their position to searchers. Searching a one-square-kilometre area can take a day or two with
about a dozen people, Pourian said, but a drone capable of carrying the two kilogram cell network, could do the equivalent in just one 45-minute sweep. As soon as next month, Star Solutions is expected to announce another product that would facilitate direct two-way communication between a rescuer and the people in need of help, Pourian said. While a drone powerful enough to carry the two kilogram cell box
costs in the region of $5,000, the cell network device itself retails for $15,000. Pourian said that policing authorities in Spain expressed an interest in the technology at the Mobile World Congress after a couple got lost in a remote area, and eventually died. Searchers used infrared cameras, but to no avail. The couple did have a cell phone, but there was no cell coverage in that area. While the world of drones (with
Low snowpack is ‘scary’ for salmon Lower Fraser at 28% normal
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by Jeff Nagel Black Press The snowpack in southwestern B.C.’s mountains has been pushed further into record low territory by continued warm and dry weather. The Lower Fraser watershed is now at 28 per cent of its normal snowpack for this time of year, down from 45 per cent a month ago. And it’s even lower just to the west at 21 per cent on Vancouver Island and just 15 per cent in the South Coast region, which includes Squamish and Whistler. B.C.’s River Forecast Centre called the readings “extremely low” in its latest snow level bulletin posted March 9. Most test sites in the three regions are at lows never before seen. It’s impossible to guarantee there will be no spring flooding on the Lower Fraser— there are still close to normal snowpacks in the mid and upper sections of the watershed and a fast melt of what’s left can’t be ruled out. But River Forecast Centre officials say there’s a below normal risk of seasonal flooding because the watershed as a whole is 84 per cent of normal, one of the lowest years on record. They predict low flow conditions on rivers will come earlier and be more severe unless there’s significant rainfall this spring and summer. Watershed Watch Salmon Society execu-
four horizontal spinning blades that hover like helicopters) is still in its relative infancy, others in the search-and-rescue field expressed an interest in their device, looking to attach it to helicopters. “The feedback from industry has been very positive,” he said. Beyond the world of searchand-rescue, Pourian said drones equipped with a cell network, could send warning messages to a specific geographical region in the event of an emergency. For example, in the event of an impending tsunami, a drone could fly above threatened coastal areas, and broadcast messages to cell phones, urging people to evacuate or seek higher ground. In the event the Big One strikes the Lower Mainland, and knocks out both power and the cellular phone network, Star Solutions’ device could aid in broadcasting public safety messages to these phones, directing people to a specific area for help, or updating them on when the cell coverage is expected to be restored. Pourian said as little as five years ago, developers probably never considered that the technology could shrink so much that it could one day fit on a drone. Star Solutions, which specializes in wireless mobile infrastructure, currently employs about 100 people, and provides products and services to more than 30 countries around the world. The company focuses on serving remote and rural markets, mining and oil exploration, and public safety, including search and rescue.
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Warm water temperatures stress salmon and can also make them more susceptible to disease.
tive director Aaron Hill said that could mean trouble for returning sockeye salmon that may encounter dangerously warm river temperatures and low water levels that impede their migration. “It’s definitely a scary situation for salmon this year,” Hill said. “Especially those stocks —like Fraser sockeye—that have long migrations to make later on in the summer, when the water gets low and it really heats up.” Warm water temperatures stress salmon and can also make them more susceptible
to disease. Nor is the snowpack the only adverse environmental factor for salmon. The same El Niño weather pattern responsible for the mild winter has also warmed ocean temperatures. Hill said that’s brought certain salmon predators, such as mackerel, further north than usual. “If we end up having a hot summer that warms up those rivers then it’s a triple whammy,” Hill said. “We need to cross our fingers and hope for cool weather this summer and some rain.”
Energy-saving lights are coming to some less-travelled Richmond roads in a partnership between B.C. Hydro and the City of Richmond. Hydro is covering $100,000 of the bill, while the city is contributing $17,000 to install 168 efficient LED fixtures atop select hydro polls in a pilot project approved by city council Monday. “This installed lighting will improve safety on two rural roads where minimal lighting currently exists, as well as improve the lighting at other replacement locations,” said Levi Higgs, corporate energy manager, in a report to council. Most of the lights are being installed in two areas with no street lights: No. 3 Road south of Steveston Highway and along Westminster Highway east of No. 6 Road. A few other lights will replace less efficient lights on No. 6 Road south of Westminster Highway and on Regent Street in Steveston. A light emitting diode street light uses 40 per cent less energy than a similar conventional light. City staff say the lights are also “more directional,” helping reduce light pollution. The new fixtures will be the first LED versions in B.C. Hydro’s Richmond street light inventory of 2,300. The city owns another 11,000 street lights, but only a handful are the more costly LED lights. In a report last year, staff concluded that proactively replacing existing conventional street lights isn’t yet cost effective.
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A strong attachment to nature and quest to live in balance stems from the First Nations’ ways of being and living life. These ways are what guide many First Nations’ artists and are reflected in their artwork which exhibits an intricacy of detail and richness of iconographic language. Artist, designer and curator Connie Watts will present an overview of her experiences working with Aboriginal artists across Canada as well as creating her own work for public spaces in cities. Connie is of Nuu-chah-nulth, Gitxsan and Kwakwaka’wakw ancestry and lives in Port Alberni. This talk will be preceded by a short performance by country music duo, Georgia Rain.
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Properties posing the biggest problem are those slated for redevelopment From Page 1 The city tightened up securing procedures of vacant properties last fall. Since then fire officials have written several orders to comply, and have boarded up properties at the owners’ cost. New measures would expand the definition of vacant premises to include properties with “intentionally discontinued” water or electricity service and buildings unsuitable for occupancy due to health and safety violations. “We did see an increasing level of incidents starting to occur in properties, and we started to address this through a higher level
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of inspection services on both the fire and bylaw end of it. It did have some effect, but not the whole effect that we’re trying to achieve, which is basically to remove the risk,” said McGowan. The fire chief noted an increase in fire calls at these properties, including those involving metal theft, in which a thief might create a fire to remove plastic from wires to expose valuable copper. Such incidents pose risks to a neighbourhood and to firefighters unsure whether a structure has been modified or has trapped someone inside. Properties posing the biggest
problem are those slated for redevelopment—a situation in which a developer keeps a building onsite instead of demolishing it. On average, a demolition permit can be had from city hall in 10 days. “These are not properties of an absentee owner that has gone away for six months. These are properties that have been abandoned—there’s no electricity, there’s no water, they’re uninhabitable, people aren’t living in them,” said McGowan. City council is expected to vote on the new measures at its March 23 meeting.
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Charges have been laid against two Richmond men and a youth in connection with a Jan. 30 mid-afternoon stabbing incident at New Westminster’s Columbia Square mall parking lot. After the incident, the victim stumbled to the nearby New Westminster school district offices for help. He was taken to hospital with serious injuries but later released. The suspects got away before police arrived, but New Westminster’s major crime unit made three arrests last week. New Westminster police say Muzaffer Darwiash, 25, and Zahir Darwiash, 23, of Richmond have both been charged with aggravated assault, assault with a weapon, carrying a concealed weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous person. A minor has also been charged with aggravated assault. Police said all three remain in custody awaiting their next court appearance.
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Charge laid in fatal two-car crash RCMP Acting Cpl. Dennis Hwang said. “We are very thankful for all the co-operation we received from the public during this investigation.” The investigation was led by the Richmond RCMP’s road safety unit, who received help from the Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service.
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Small claims, strata disputes to go to online tribunal Financial disputes involving less than $10,000 will soon be directed to an online “civil resolution tribunal,” in an effort by the B.C. government to keep them from clogging up the courts. The new tribunal will also provide a place to resolve strata disputes, which now have only the costly B.C. Supreme Court option if strata councils can’t resolve them, Justice Minister Suzanne Anton said. Anton presented legislation Tues-
day to create the new tribunal, which is to come into effect later this year. She said it will begin as a voluntary option, and later a deposit will be required for those who want to go directly to court instead. Anton said B.C. is the first jurisdiction in the world to establish an online dispute resolution tribunal. The government estimates that 40,000 people a year will eventually use the tribunal. The tribunal will operate in three
stages. The first is an application submitted to a website describing the claim, with an opportunity for response from the other party. That service will be offered free. If that fails, the second stage would bring in a mediator to seek an agreed settlement of the dispute. The third stage would be sending the dispute to a tribunal member for arbitration. Fees for the second two stages have not yet been established. —Tom Fletcher
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When everyone wakes up after the votes are counted and the 0.5% transit tax has been voted down, if the polls are to be believed, who will notice? Buses will still be crowded during rush hour. Traffic will still be gridlocked at choke points throughout the region. And buses will run infrequently at night or not at all. Of course, No spokesperson Jordan Bateman of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation will be pleased and can update his LinkedIn account to apply for better jobs while Premier Christy Clark can check off an election campaign promise, a referendum on transportation financing that was doomed from the start. Let’s face it, as we know from the HST vote, it’s hard to convince people to pay more taxes now for a future benefit but easy to tap into public anger about government spending, regardless of how out of context or inaccurate the information on which the anger is based. TransLink is the straw man in this debate — also the scapegoat and the scourge — and to beat down this perceived demon, people would rather have crappy roads and transit well into the future. It’s crazy but in the aftermath of the
Another bucket of money for transit is foolish without restraints Editor: A million more are coming, we’re told. Is there nothing we can do about that? Unlike snow geese, they don’t just drop from the sky. They come because we rezone land, increase density and build more housing. Growth is a choice! More infrastructure is not a solution to traffic congestion. New users quickly wipe out whatever benefits were intended. I have seen sixty years of transportation improvements and traffic has never been worse. Comprehensive, long-term, smart planning would: •Limit the rate of growth in the Lower Mainland. •Bring employment and shopping to where people live. •Open a port and transportation corridor along the coast away from the Lower Mainland. •Significantly reduce the Lower Mainland’s transportation corridor function. •Scrap the bridge replacement for the Massey Tunnel, but extend the Canada Line to south of the Fraser.
TransLink is the straw man in this debate — also the scapegoat and the scourge — and to beat down this perceived demon, people would rather have crappy roads and transit well into the future.
transit referendum, it will be too late to reconsider. That’s because the only opportunity to prove that the Yes side might have been right won’t come for another 10 or 20 years. By then, many of the folks who are on different sides of this vote will be retired or dead, and their kids will be dealing with the fallout from referen-
Another bucket of money for transit is foolish without restraints on the development industry. The mayors promise to ease congestion, but they will not restrain the developers that get them elected. Mayor Brodie wants to keep the Gilmore farm from the port authority but he also builds high rises at a record clip. It is those high rises that fuel port demand. You want to save the farm, stop building high rises! You want less traffic congestion, stop greater housing density! Without slowing growth the promise to ease road congestion is a pipedream. Why vote for a promise the mayors don’t intend to keep? Nick Loenen Richmond
Richmond’s highrises must make Hong Kong pea green with envy Editor: Re; “The people of Richmond are excellent drivers,” Letters, March 6. With this subheading Mr. Pare lost any credibility that he hoped to have for his views of life in our City!
dum results. These are today’s college and high school students who will be saddled with the hefty retirement pensions for those who voted against the proposed sales tax hike. They’re the ones who will be sitting in gridlock or waiting for buses and who will see good jobs disappear to places with better transportation
infrastructure. They might wonder, those taxpayers of tomorrow, whether an opportunity to do something better was lost along the way. But that’s OK, because we’ll have given TransLink a smack on the nose and, for today at least, that seems to be the most important thing. —Tri-City News
Montreal drivers may be bad but Richmond`s are horrendous, where else can you see drivers making right hand turns from left hand lanes, or others stopping for green lights, while still others drive through red ones as though they don’t exist. Mad dogs and Englishmen may go out in the mid day sun but even they wouldn’t attempt crossing No. 3 Road with a crossing signal unless they wanted to make their partners very rich indeed. With all the high-rises built, being built or already planned, our town centre must make Hong Kong pea green with envy, even Vancouver’s Chinatown is outraged with high-rises approved for their community, with one citizen complaining “they are turning our unique area into another Yale Town or the West End”, or heaven forbid another Downtown Richmond. Standing at the corner of Cook and No. 3 Road confirms the saying “the Rat Race” as everybody is scurrying hither and yon in rodent fashion as though they are part of a George Orwell nightmare. In my daily walks on the highways and byways of our city, I see the devastation that is happening as serviceable, and in some cases lovely bungalows, split levels and basement homes are knocked down only to be replaced by one
mausoleum after another or as one wag likes to say “a poor man’s Taj Mahal.” When you have no grass to cut, bushes to trim or flowers to tend there seems to be no reason for these occupants to be outside and therefore no neighbors to chat too. Mr. Pare’s little cul-de-sac seems to have been spared all this chaos, but rest assured once the developers discover it then we will hear from a very different and remorseful fellow. Perhaps Mr. Pare`s strangest comment is to anyone who moves out, that they will regret it. Does he really believe that those who flee to Ladner, Tsawwassen, White Rock and Vancouver Island with a nice healthy bank balance from selling here to buying there, plus the icing on the cake, a neighborhood just like the ones they remember from 20 years ago with all the friendliness of adults chatting, kids playing and pets joining in the fun. How can the sterile neighborhoods of Richmond today compare to these wonderful memories of yesteryear and our city at it’s best. We are not foolish to think that things will not change ,but is it too much to hope for changes that enhances rather than reduces the pleasure of living here? Alan Halliday Richmond
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Police, fire chiefs warn No vote gridlock risks lives Emergency call times, drunk driving listed as safety issues in referendum by Jeff Nagel Black Press Police and fire chiefs in Metro Vancouver are backing a Yes vote in the transit referendum, warning that worsening road congestion will otherwise increase emergency response times and either threaten lives or force up municipal spending to cope. Vancouver Police Chief Jim Chu, New Westminster Police Chief Const. Dave Jones and Surrey Fire Chief Len Garis told reporters Wednesday that public safety is at stake in the referendum and their internal data shows the time spent to get to calls is already on the increase. “Our concern is about the risk of life and property damage in a gridlocked situation,” said Surrey Fire Chief Len Garis, adding an extra minute to reach a call can mean tragedy. “If we have gridlock, we won’t be able to get there in time.” Chiefs said they expect reduced traffic congestion on roads if voters say Yes to a 0.5 per cent sales tax to fund transit and transportation improvements. Garis said cities in the Lower Mainland already use traffic light preemption technology to speed emergency vehicles through intersections, but there’s a limit to its value if traffic lanes are clogged ahead of first responders. He said lengthening response times as congestion worsens could force cities to build and staff more new fire halls than in an attempt to provide the same level of service. “If we can’t move the traffic, we can’t get through it, we need more stations and we need more people to service those calls. And that’s not within our agenda or in our budget.” Garis said investment in better transportation to
prevent worse congestion is a far more efficient solution. Chu said road congestion has similar implications for policing budgets, increasing the pressure on property taxes. “Your options are to either have the same number of police officers but reduced levels of service – reduced response time – or to spend more money on more police officers.” He cited a one minute increase over the last five years in average VPD response times and said congestion is a significant factor. Chu also predicted public safety improvements if better transit is approved, ranging from better dispersal of sometimes violent late night crowds in downtown Vancouver to fewer drunk drivers on the roads. “We believe that improved transit in late night hours will reduce the motivation for people, after a night of drinking, to get behind the wheel of their car and drive while impaired.” Chu said partiers in Vancouver from outlying cities can have difficulty getting taxis to take them home and suggested better transit could reduce risks for stranded young women in some situations. RCMP and ambulance paramedics weren’t present at the declaration of support for the Yes campaign, but the chiefs there predicted all first responders would face similar challenges. The event followed the release earlier in the week of a new report by public health officials tying health benefits to transit availability as well as a Tuesday telephone town hall by environmentalist David Suzuki, who calls a Yes vote the single biggest thing residents can do to fight climate change. No campaign head Jordan Bateman said he has “deep concerns” about police, fire and health officials becoming politicized through the campaign, and suggested the chiefs are pleasing the mayors who control their budgets. “The Yes side is specializing in the politics of fear,” Bateman said. “It’s the most ridiculous overthe-top fear mongering campaign, possibly in B.C. history.”
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by Jeff Nagel Black Press Voters in the transit tax plebiscite who try to get a new ballot so they can change their vote weeks after mailing in the first one would be in violation of the Election Act. That’s the response of Elections BC spokesman Don Main to Black Press questions about the potential under the plebiscite regulation for Metro Vancouver voters to effectively reverse their vote on the proposed sales tax increase. “You can’t go back and change it,� Main said. “Once they’ve mailed it, they’ve completed the ballot – they’ve voted.� But the rules leave some scope for abuse in
More than 1.5 million ballots are to start arriving at Metro Vancouver homes starting March 16.
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out a new replacement. That’s to ensure no one can vote multiple times. But it also means there is a mechanism to negate a vote that’s already gone out. Main conceded it is possible someone might claim theirs was lost or stolen in order to get a new ballot and change their vote. If a completed ballot has already arrived for that voter when they contact Elections BC seeking a new one, Main said, they will be required to sign a declaration that they have not previously voted. “We’re probably going to direct them to one of our service centres,� he said, referring to nine offices across the region that will be set up by April 13 to issue and receive ballots and handle related questions. Main said signing the declaration to get a new ballot to replace one already mailed would be a violation of the “corrupt voting� section of the Election Act that makes it an offence to vote “when not entitled to do so� or “more than once� in an election. The act allows fines of up to $20,000 and/or two years in prison. Elections BC does not have a legal opinion on whether the Election Act’s prohibition is enforceable in the case of the transit plebiscite. More than 1.5 million ballots are to start arriving at Metro Vancouver homes starting March 16 and are due back to Elections BC by May 29. May 15 is the deadline for voters to request a ballot if they did not receive one in the mail. No campaign head Jordan Bateman accused Elections BC of selectively applying the Elections Act to the plebiscite— threatening penalties in this case but not imposing any of the law’s rules on campaign finances, which has been left completely unregulated. The plebiscite rules were set by the Transportation Ministry, not Elections BC. “Why we have road builders planning elections makes about as much sense as having an election officer build a road.�
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How much will the sales tax increase cost?
The Mayors’ Council pegs the per household cost of the sales tax hike at an average of $125 per year based on statistics on spending patterns and how much the province now collects in PST from the region. It says the increase works out to 35 cents a day, and the extra tax would be $3 on a $600 new sofa or $150 on a $30,000 car. The No side’s Jordan Bateman rejects the $125 figure and estimates a real household cost of $258 a year. His estimate – from simply dividing the $250 million to be raised each year by the number of households in the region – assumes every new tax dollar paid by businesses would be downloaded to their customers through higher prices. That’s flawed, because some of the sales tax paid by Metro Vancouver businesses is on products exported elsewhere to be bought by customers who don’t live in the region. Some is charged on business-to-business transactions. A movie production company filming in the region, for example, will pay sales tax on what its crews buy, but it doesn’t have direct customers here who it can force to pay more. Some retailers may even absorb the tax so their customers don’t pay more – car dealers say they may do that to
accurate. Another issue is how fairly the sales tax hike treats the rich and poor. The mayors council estimates the poorest 20 per cent of households would pay less than $50 a year from the increase. That’s because a higher share of low-income household spending goes to necessities such as food, children’s clothes and medicine that are PST exempt. All of the existing PST exemptions would apply to the Congestion Improvement Tax. But, the No campaign says the poor would pay a much larger relative share of their income than wealthy households, making it a
“It will go mainly to public transit, which is disproportionately used by lower income individuals and households.” — Robin Lindsey regressive tax compared to income tax, which low income earners typically do not pay at all. “It is judged to be mildly regressive,” Lindsey said. But he said that knock against the tax fails to take into account what the money would fund. “It will go mainly to public transit, which is disproportionately used by lower income individuals and households,” Lindsey said. “That would be considered progressive.” – Jeff Nagel
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n which part of the roadway and at what speed you may drive your car are legally defined in sections 145 to 160 of the BC Motor Vehicle Act. A number of these sections address particular roads and particular designated lanes, but most set out the basic rules that all licensed drivers must obey: drive on the right side of the road and if safe to do so, at the posted speed limit. These sections address what to do when you are overtaking a vehicle in front of you driving at a slower speed, namely pass to the left of the slower vehicle at a safe distance, and return to the right side of the highway only when safely clear. In turn, they also say that the driver of the overtaken vehicle on “hearing an audible signal given by the driver of the overtaking vehicle” must cause the vehicle to give way to the right, and must not increase the speed of the vehicle until completely passed by the overtaking vehicle. On multi-laned roadways, the rules say you cannot pass on the right of another vehicle, except when the other vehicle is left turning or when “there is one or more than one unobstructed lane on the side of the roadway on which the driver is permitted to drive.” These days most roads are multilaned. On most major highways the right lanes are enter and exit lanes and the left lanes are ‘express’ lanes in which the drivers are expecting the traffic flow to be steady,
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ensure buyers don’t go to Fraser Valley dealers instead. Businesses pay an estimated 45 per cent of the sales tax collected in Metro Vancouver and visitors pay another five per cent, leaving residents picking up the other half of the direct costs of the new tax. Robin Lindsey, a transportation and logistics professor at UBC’s Sauder School of Business, said it’s likely some businesses will pass along the tax hike to residents through higher prices, increasing their indirect cost from the tax. But he said it’s difficult to say which side’s estimate is the most
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Referendum Questions is a Black Press series exploring issues related to the Metro Vancouver transit and transportation referendum. Voters must mail in ballots by May 29 on whether they support the addition of a 0.5 per cent sales tax in the region, called the Congestion Improvement Tax, to fund billions of dollars worth of upgrades. Read more in this series on our website.
The Mayors’ Council pegs the per household cost of the sales tax hike at an average of $125 per year.
unimpeded, and more or less continuously moving at the posted speed limit. On urban arteries with many controlled intersections, the centre lanes are more like express lanes but all drivers need to be alert to higher levels of lane changing in the traffic flow than generally occur on major highways. Traffic volume is the most common impediment to traffic flow. More vehicles entering and exiting the flow and more vehicles travelling through controlled intersections along an urban artery tend to reduce the overall average speed of the flow. But certain individual driving behaviours have a disproportionate impact, namely drivers who, for whatever reason, drive more slowly than the average flow speed and who, for whatever reason, do not move into the slower moving part of that stream, namely to the right. Most experienced drivers have encountered other drivers who are driving at a leisurely pace—the driver un-affectionately known as a ‘left lane hog’ —further complicating what is already enough of a challenge in getting from point A to point B. New rules are in the works, however, to counter traffic impeding behaviour. British Columbia’s Transport Minister, Todd Stone, recently announced that legislation will soon be introduced to give police more power to stop and penalize such inconsiderate and unaware drivers. He explained that while the police already ticket ‘lane hogs’, “the way that the legislation is currently written, … does not provide [the police] with the tools that give them the high degree of confidence that actually pulling someone over and giving them the ticket will stand up in court.” …by Cedric Hughes, Barrister & Solicitor with regular weekly contributions from Leslie McGuffin, LL.B.
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The City of Richmond recently awarded $4,363 from their Health, Safety and Social Grant Program to Big Sisters of B.C. Lower Mainland. These
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Dr. Dan Kopac is a talented and experienced vascular and endovascular surgeon at Richmond Hospital with a practice in both vascular and general surgery.
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hen a construction worker breaks an arm and that injury cuts off circulation, you may not know it, but a vascular surgeon offers the best chance to save that arm. And if someone you love suffers a ruptured aneurysm, a bulge in a blood-vessel wall, a vascular surgeon can be the one to save his or her life. Vascular surgery involves the treatment and repair of the veins and arteries beyond the
brain and heart, and a vascular surgeon can be the difference between mobility or disability or even life and death. From emergency repair of aneurysms to bypass surgery and more, vascular surgery treats a wide array of potentially life-altering or lifethreatening diseases and illnesses. That’s why in late 2013 Richmond Hospital was thrilled to welcome to its surgery team, Dr. Daniel Kopac, a talented and experienced vascular and endovascular surgeon with a practice in both vascular and general surgery. Along with his wife and their two young children, Dr. Kopac says they already feel like part of the community. Here is Dr. Kopac as he reflects on his first year at Richmond Hospital: “My family loves being in Richmond. It’s peaceful. We’re close to nature trails and the ocean.
And we’re close to the hospital, which is so important for me because I could be called in at any time. “I was attracted to Richmond Hospital for the collegial, compassionate, generous and friendly atmosphere here. There were a lot of places in North America I could have gone, but not everywhere has a great team that truly cares about patients like the medical staff at Richmond Hospital does. And the donor-funded CArm—which is a mobile diagnostic imaging tool for surgeons in the OR— really sealed the deal. Without it, I wouldn’t be able to do my job. It’s that simple. I need the best medical imaging possible and having that machine on site was the tipping point to attracting me here. It allows us to do sophisticated procedures right here in Richmond, which is a huge benefit for our
patients. “I have had patients who’ve had aneurysms who can leave the hospital 24 hours later wearing just two BandAids. That would have been unheard of not too long ago. Thanks to donors in our community, we’re at the forefront of surgical technology with this and we’re seeing better and better outcomes. Having the right equipment to do our jobs is vital. When someone can leave the hospital walking instead of being in a wheelchair for the rest of his or her life, we’ve done something amazing. Thanks to our donors who helped fund the equipment, we’re saving lives, limbs and easing chronic pain as well.” Natalie D. Meixner is president and CEO of Richmond Hospital Foundation. See www. richmondhospital foundation.com for info.
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Activate! Wellness Fair returns to Minoru Place Activity Centre on Wednesday, March 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The annual wellness fair for those 55 years old and older includes educational workshops and promotes health, wellness, safety and independence. At 10 a.m., Gary Anaka will speak on the topic of Brain Wellness – The Secrets for Longevity. Starting at 11 a.m. and new to this year’s fair are
five 45-minute Taboo Talks workshops: Incontinence 101; Let’s Talk about Men’s Health; The Avoided Topic of Elder Abuse; Is Forgetfulness a Concern; and Myths about Liver Disease. The library will also be hosting an Activate! Memories workshop. Registration is required. The fair is also a perfect time to sample activities from five of Richmond’s clubs and groups that offer programming year round. The 45-minute drop-in sessions are:
Carpet Bowling; Drumming Circle; Ukulele Circle: A Hand’s On Experience; Red Lead Multicultural Arts; and Chinese Line Dancing. The last two sessions are offered in Chinese and English. Minoru Place Activity Centre is located at 7660 Minoru Gate. For more information download a complete program at www.richmond. ca/wellnessclinics or call 604-2388450. Registration details are in the program.
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Reminiscence is a series of acrylic paintings created from historic family photographs.
Family photographs inspire art teacher to paint Art teacher Cathy Kluthe makes time for own art in paintings that brings old family photos to life by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter
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athy Kluthe had dedicated herself to teaching art—so much so, her own paints had been pushed aside. But grandma wasn’t having it. She stared at Kluthe through a striking vintage photograph in a way that beckoned brushes. When Kluthe stretched canvas for herself again, the photograph provided her first project. Kluthe’s painting depicts her grandmother as a young woman dressed in black and white, clutching a fiddle and standing in the Alberta snow. It became the first in a series of acrylic paintings created from historic family photographs. Together they form Reminiscence, an exhibition that will be on display around Richmond over the next three months. Looking through an old family photo album provided inspiration for the other paintings, which number 10 at the moment. More are in the works. “There’s something about them—the people, they’re all my relatives—and every picture tells a story. There’s a story being told in each page in each photograph, and I wanted to transpose that into my paintings,” said Kluthe, a Richmond resident for nearly 30 years. Kluthe has translated black-andwhite photographs into a colourful visual history of her family. The paintings have a surrealistic flair with their use of graphic shapes and outlined figures that easily draw viewers in. The paintings, while realistic, have extra elements not seen in the photographs. In a painting
Artist Cathy Kluthe at Gateway Theatre, which is hosting her exhibition of a series of paintings based on vintage family photographs.
Reminiscence by Cathy Kluthe •Exhibition of paintings on at Gateway Theatre’s second floor lobby, 6500 Gilbert Rd., through to March 31 •Free viewing weekdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 5 p.m. or during Gateway shows •Show moves to Richmond Cultural Centre’s rotunda in April, and Thompson Community Centre’s gallery in May
of Kluthe as a young girl with a birthday cake, the artist added a bell and button to a shoe. Kluthe said she remembers her mom adding the noisemaker to keep track of her on-the-move daughter. In another painting, of Aunt Nellie and her fiddle, Kluthe added music notes. Most of her paintings focus on people and life milestones, but one is of cows. Kluthe grew up in St. Albert, just north of Edmonton, and would spend summer weekends at the family farm. Chasing cows and playing with other farm animals is a fond memory. So is art—a passion she developed early in life. “As a little girl that’s all that I loved to do. I always drew—and loved that. I guess I was one of those lucky people; I just knew
what I wanted to do.” After studying art in college, she worked in graphic arts before moving on to teaching. She still maintains a busy teaching schedule, at local community centres, schools and right now Minoru Place Activity Centre, where she’s working on an intergenerational art project. “If I didn’t like teaching I probably would have spent more time painting. I guess I just really loved working with kids, and to watch them paint and be like free spirits—I can say I really learned a lot from watching kids and how they approach art.” To create Reminiscence, the artist worked from old photographs taken outside on sunny days—a deliberate setting for a photographer lacking a modern camera flash. Creating the paintings was
an intimate process. “When you’re working from photographic reference, you’re staring at that picture for hours and hours and hours. Otherwise if you look into an album, you look at it for awhile, then you flip the page. But painting from it, you see so many more details in there, like the type of clothes, the purse, the wrinkles in it, the facial expressions,” she said. “Now when I look at them up on the wall—it’s my family. It’s just a really good feeling. I know all of these people.” Kluthe is hoping to take her exhibition to St. Albert next year to allow relatives to see her paintings. In the meantime, Richmond viewers can open the door to their own past by viewing one family’s history.
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New rules to ensure access for guide dogs Legislation includes housing rights, stiffer fines
by Jeff Nagel Black Press People with disabilities who use guide dogs or service dogs are being promised equal access to public places such as restaurants and the transit system under planned provincial reforms.
New legislation introduced Thursday would guarantee them the same access rights and privileges as anyone else, and ensure those rights override any pet restrictions imposed in housing complexes by landlords or stratas. Retired guide and ser-
vice dogs will also be protected under the housing rules so they don’t have to be separated from their owners even if a new dog has taken up their old role. “With these changes we can make sure that a fully certified dog will be appropriately recog-
nized and won’t result in someone with a disability being turned away from a service,” Social Development Minister Michelle Stilwell said. Violators such as stores and restaurants who refuse entry to service dogs will also face stiffer fines of as much as
$3,000. Disability Alliance BC executive director Jane Dyson said tougher penalties were long overdue and the current maximum fine of $200 was “grossly inadequate.” She said complaints from service dog owners are rare in Vancou-
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ver, but said it can be a bigger problem in other parts of the province. “Hopefully fines will be a last resort,” she said. The new legislation would require guide and service dogs to be trained by an accredited facility, or to get certified to those standards if they are brought in from outside B.C. Certified service dogs will have to wear visible standardized ID tags or cards to make their status clear to business owners, landlords and transit staff. Dyson said the consistent identification – replacing various methods used to date – should help ensure businesses and other service providers understand their responsibilities. Certified trainers will also be able to take dogs and puppies-in-training into any public place a fully certified dog is allowed. That’s intended to give them more exposure to new and diverse environments before they go into actual service.
B.C. moves to restrict e-cigarettes bv Tom Fletcher Black Press The B.C. government is tightening its regulations to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes to minors and use of the smoking substitute in workplaces, restaurants and other indoor public spaces. Health Minister Terry Lake said changes he introduced in the B.C. legislature Thursday will treat the battery-powered devices like tobacco products, meaning they may not be displayed in stores or used in enclosed spaces where others are present. That will include private vehicles with children inside. Lake said he expects the new regulations to be in effect within a year, after consulting with the industry and giving sellers time to adjust to the new rules. “This doesn’t ban e-cigarettes,” Lake said. “This means that children are protected from the sale and from being exposed to e-cigarettes, and those who don’t want to be subjected to the vapours from e-cigarettes are protected as well.”
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Lexus RC coupe: Boring and vanilla it is not by Zack Spencer Toyota has suffered criticism in the past that must sting: some if its designs have been called boring or vanilla. Things are changing at Toyota, just look at the much more dynamic designs placed on the small Corolla or mid-sized Camry, still practical but much better looking. The same criticism was levelled at the Toyota luxury brand, Lexus. Here too, the designers have made a dramatic shift in the way the cars look and feel. The RC coupe is an all-new category for Lexus and one they call “Sexy”. There used to be a Lexus IS convertible with a retractable hardtop that doubled as a coupe but nothing replaces the real thing. This is a long, low, wide take on a coupe. Much better-looking car than that old IS. Looks One area that Lexus has focused on is the front grille and aggressive stance of many of its latest vehicles. This grille is what Lexus calls a “spindle” grille, made to replicate a fabric spindle. The Toyoda family was in the fabric loom business before they started making military trucks and then cars. This is a fun tip-of-the-hat to the origins of the business. Interestingly, Toyoda became Toyota because the number of strokes to write it in Japanese (eight) was thought to bring luck and prosperity. On some cars, the spindle looks a bit forced. On this RC, it certainly looks well integrated and
The Honda Accord has a solid reputation. sleek. The two pin-lights imbedded in the grille, which act as driving lights, are a bit difficult to see. The back has cheese-grater looking faux vents behind the rear wheels that serve no function and look a bit busy. The FC is sold as a rear wheel drive (RWD) model or all-wheel drive (AWD). It is available with Lexus F Sport trim packages that enhance the wheels and add extra go-fast looking trim pieces. The car seen here is the 350 AWD without F Sport. Inside
Lexus continues the overhaul inside the RC cabin. The dash really looks and feels cockpit-like, with a high centre console and sporty looking trim. There new touch pad between the front seats allows the driver scroll around the centre screen just as one would on a laptop. To enter a setting, the driver pushed the track pad, all very intuitive. The F Sport models get a special centre speedometer cluster that has the single dial move to one side for quick reference information. The non- F Sport models get a small screen to use instead.
Drive Most Canadians will gravitate towards the RWD RC 350 not just because of the added traction but also because of the lower starting price. It’s odd that the RWD car starts at $57,650, where the AWD starts at $54,600. The RWD F Sport car is a more performance-oriented with an 8-speed automatic transmission and adaptive front and rear suspension and all-wheel steering system; the AWD gets a 6-speed auto and a passive shock system. Both use the same 3.5L V6 engine with 307hp. The AWD car seems to be set up as a touring car, not getting away from the Lexus roots planted firmly in the luxury camp. It would be a good idea to try the more dynamic F Sport model back-to-back with the AWD to see if the softer model is to your tastes. The power from the engine can be rather fun but to enjoy it the driver has to kick the throttle to wake the car from its luxury slumber. Frankly, this is the only time the engine sounds particularly exciting. Verdict Lexus has built a strong following because of the high quality, bulletproof reliability the brand offers, with an ever-present luxury feel. The F Sport models offer a more aggressive design and improved onroad dynamics. With an eye on making the brand more exciting, the designers did a fine job inside and out. The AWD model doesn’t stray too far from the traditional Lexus formula or producing comfortable and luxurious transportation, this time in a much more stylish wrap. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca
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The very first Honda Accord, introduced to Canadians back in 1976, was about the same size as today’s Civic sedan and it had a less powerful engine. When the eighth generation Accord was introduced in 2008, it was officially classified as a “large car” and came with a 190-horsepower 4-cylinder engine, or an even more powerful optional V6. Eight-gen Accord did get a mild mid-life facelift for the 2011 model year and it included new front-end styling and interior improvements. A new base SE trim line also replaced the previous LX trim. The four-cylinder is by far the most popular engine choice of Canadians, but there was also an interesting upgrade to the optional 3.5-litre V6 in 2011. Called Variable Cylinder Management (in Sedan editions only—not Accord Coupe), this system can improve fuel economy by shutting-down two or three cylinders, during light load driving conditions. No changes were made to Accord for the 2012 model year. The big changes came in 2013 when a landmark, smaller and lighter, all-new ninth generation Honda Accord was released. Although lighter, the 2013 Accord is structurally stronger than the previous generation Accord and although its outer dimensions are more compact and it has a shorter wheelbase, it has more rear seat legroom and a slightly larger trunk, according to Honda. Major changes also happened underhood with the release of Honda’s new “Earth Dreams” engine technology. This could also be linked to a high-efficiency new CVT automatic with “G-Design Shift Logic”. This feature provides quicker acceleration, as it’s faster acting than a conventional automatic transmission. In addition to being considerably more fuel efficient the 2.4 litre four-cylinder “Earth Dreams” editions of Accord are
The Honda Accord has a solid reputation. also super-clean running and complies with PZEV (partial zero emission vehicle) requirements in the US. This engine also supplies more power at low engine speeds, just where you need it, on take-off, on a hill or when merging into freeway traffic. Its city/highway fuel economy ratings of 9.1/6.6 L/100 km, with the CVT, are outstanding for a family-size sedan. A 6-manual was available with the base LX and Sport trim levels and a conventional 6-automatic came with the V6 engine editions. In addition to four-door sedan and twodoor coupe models of Accord, there’s also a five-door hatchback/cross-over version called Crosstour, which was originally called Accord Crosstour when introduced in 2010. A new plug-in hybrid (sedan) version, called Accord PHEV, was also introduced in 2014. It’s powered by a new two-motor hybrid system that operates continuously through three modes; allelectric, gasoline-electric or direct-drive. Accord sedan has consistently been a top performer in crash tests performed by both the IIHS and the NHTSA in the US. It’s also highly rated by Consumer Reports for dependability and it has better resale value
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Since then he’s performed numerous gigs in Richmond, including regular spots with the folk guild. Meloche combines acoustic guitar and the bodhran, a Celtic drum, and performs original compositions and an eclectic mix of songs, from traditional folk and country to ‘50s and ‘60s pop-rock. He performs at Britannia Shipyards’ Chinese Bunkhouse March 19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, $10, at the door. Opening the show is the Nomads Duo, featuring the guild organizer Dave McArthur and boyhood pal John Perham from New Zealand. 1. How did you start in music? “My best friend and I had been playing guitar together for a couple of years before we got to high school. There was a monthly folk night running so we went to watch. Halfway through the evening, I turned to him and said, ‘We can do that!’ We were on stage the next month and never looked back.” 2. A favourite song you’ve written? “I think my favourite is still ‘Crazy Charlie.’ I wrote it back in the late ‘70s before anyone was talking about mental illness or homelessness. Unfortunately, it still resonates with the way things are today.” 3. Where do your songwriting ideas come from? “My songs seem to come together over a long period of time. I may pick up a rhythm I like from a song I hear, an idea from a news article or book, and a melody just from playing around on my guitar. All of that can roll around
in the back of my head for weeks or months before it turns into a story or song.” 4. A few favourite musicians that influenced you? “Harry Chapin, Johnny Cash, Stan Rogers, Great Big Sea, Moody Blues, Alice Cooper. I am a bit eclectic in my tastes.” 5. First instrument you played? “I got one of those cheap toy pianos as a gift when I was a kid— like the one Linus plays in the Peanuts comics. I would pick out melodies on it for fun. And yes, those pianos do sound as bad as when Linus plays ‘Jingle Bells’ for Lucy.” 6. What guitar do you usually perform with? “I use a Takamine NP-18C. It’s an acoustic/electric guitar with a sweet, full sound.” 7. Where did your interest in the bodhran come from? “When I started listening to Celtic music I was fascinated by the complex rhythms the musicians could get out of a single drum and wanted to learn how to do it.” 8. Coffee shop beverage of choice? “Coffee.” 9. What makes a good sandwich? “Tomato, avocado and cheddar on whole wheat with mayo and Vegit (seasoning).” 10. Best thing about Richmond? “The walk along the dyke. I can walk for hours looking at the water. It is both constant and ever changing.” 11. Your first job? “I was a box boy in a grocery store. I stocked shelves, packed groceries— canned goods on the bottom, bread on top—and actually carried them out to the customers’ cars.”
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piece of music memorabilia you have? “I have an album of Gregorian chants. Remember— eclectic music tastes.” 19. What’s a good popular act we might hear on the radio right now? “Folk music doesn’t get much airplay these days. If anyone has a suggestion, I’d be interested to know what station they listen to.” 20. A hobby or interest outside of music? “I took up knot-tying a couple of years ago. I find it very relaxing. Also when people ask me what I like to do, I can tell them I have a knotty habit.”
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sports Grauer hoops teams rule at Burnett feeder Raquel Jakac of Grauer receives high-fives from teammates as she runs on to the floor prior to a game at the Burnett elementary school feeder basketball tournament.
The Phoenix reached ultimate heights at this week’s annual elementary feeder basketball tournament at J.N. Burnett Secondary. Both of R.M. Grauer’s
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shooting competition where pairs (a boy and a girl) faced off in a timed event. Both of Grauer two-ball teams made it to the semifinals with one team narrowly losing to Thompson in the final. The Grauer basketball teams had some previous tournament experience as both the girls and the boys teams advanced to compete in the finals of the Hugh Boyd tournament March 3 and 4 with both teams taking home runner-up honours. The boys finished the season with a 12-1 record overall, while the girls team finished with a 11-4 record.
Fencers selected for junior worlds by Don Fennell Sports Editor On the heels of their recent success at the 2015 Cadet and Junior Pan American Championships in Toronto, several athletes from Richmond-based Dynamo Fencing Club have been selected to represent Canada at the upcoming Cadet/Junior World Fencing Championships in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Bill Song will compete in the Cadet Men’s Sabre Division, Woojoo Kwon in the Cadet Women’s Foil, Dylan French in Junior Men’s Epee, Emma von Dadelszen in Junior Women’s Epee and Sonya Romashina in Junior Women’s Foil. Results at the Cadet/ Junior Pan American Championships included the following: •Emma von Dadelszen, 1st Individual Junior Women’s Epee . •Dylan French, 1st Junior Team Men’s Epee and 3rd Individual Junior Men’s Epee. •Isaac Velestuk, 1st Junior Team Men’s Epee. •Sonya Romashina, 2nd Junior Team Women’s Foil and 8th Individual Junior Women’s Foil. •Isaac Velestuk, 17th Individual Junior Men’s Epee. •Bill Song, 17th Individual Cadet Men’s Sabre.
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Lions open hearts for Richmond KidSport Members of football fraternity share childhood sports memories in advance of annual fundraiser by Don Fennell Sports Editor Collectively, Bobby Singh, Lui Passaglia, Travis Lulay and Andrew Harris represent the best of the B.C. Lions—old and new. They’re also ardent supporters of KidSport, a trusted organization that strives to ensure no child, because of finances, is left on the sidelines. “It may sound obvious but the No. 1 reason I support this effort is because of the kids,” says Singh, a giant of a man with a heart to match. “I have been blessed to be able to play a sport for a living, and knowing that some kids don’t have that opportunity because their family can’t afford it breaks my heart.” Singh, who grew up in Richmond and still resides in the city where he became a basketball and football star in high school, is the honourary chairman of this year’s second annual KidSport Richmond Creating Community Champions fundraising dinner April 10 at the Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel. Passaglia, Lulay and Harris are among a host of athletes who will be showing their support at this year’s banquet. “My only previous experience with Kidsport was the fundraiser last year, and helping (organizer) Kathy Nakhleh get my professional athlete buddies out to the fundraiser,” says Singh, who in the past has worked with the Boys and
Girls Club and was their spokesman from 2004 to 2006. He was hands-on, visited clubs, played with the kids, and helped out with their Christmas events. He’s also worked with Big Brothers and Big Sisters through his Down Set Hut football camp. Lulay says he chooses to be involved with Kidsport “because I love what it stands for; giving every kid an opportunity to be involved in youth athletics.” He has some personal experience with the nonprofit organization, having been involved with the Jim Pattison Football Frenzy youth football camp in New Westminster for the last several years. The camp raises funds for the New Westminster chapter. Aside from that, Lulay jumps at the opportunity to promote and encourage participation in youth sports through the B.C. Lions community functions, helping out at local youth practices on several occasions, attending the annual Orange Helmet Awards Dinner, and running a youth football camp in his Aumsville, Oregon hometown each spring. For the legendary Passaglia, whose playing career with the Leos spanned 25 seasons, stepping up for KidSport is simple—”to help children and families in having the ability to participate in sport like I did.” Having supported and participated in numerous fundraisers for KidSport during and after his career,
Passaglia says sport was not only “extremely fun, but when I was young it keep me out of trouble, taught me to work with others, and gave me selfconfidence.” He says those memories of being a child and playing various sports in his neighbourhood— like soccer, football and basketball—remain with him to this day. “I believe strongly in
sport because the lessons learned in competition help improve life skills,”says Lulay. “It takes practise and discipline to improve in a sport, but it helps people set real and achievable goals, and it teaches one how to overcome adversity. I also believe strongly that a healthy lifestyle includes a certain level of physical fitness and activity, and sports is a fun way
to let kids be active. These are opportunities that every young person deserves a chance to take part in.” One of Lulay’s favourite childhood memories is winning a Boys and Girls Club league championship in basketball. He was part of a small-town team that found a way against the big-school kids. He also cherished memory is of travelling to Little League
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Don Fennell photo Richmond’s Bobby Singh and several of his B.C. Lions’ colleagues are lending their support to KidSport Richmond’s annual fundraiser April 10 at the Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel.
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Tribute show supports skating legend Connaught hosting fundraiser for Karen Magnussen Saturday at Minoru Arenas by Don Fennell Sports Editor
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listening like crystal, the ice beckoned. Karen Magnussen was captivated instantly. Destined to be Canada’s figure skating sweetheart, Magnussen was a precocious six-year-old when she first accompanied her mother, a recreation skater, and a friend to the local rink. Within a couple of hours the youngsters had abandoned the chairs that helped to keep them on their feet, and were skating under their own power at the other end. Within months, Magnussen was taking lessons from legendary coach Hellmut May at Vancouver’s venerable Kerrisdale Arena, and by 1965, under the tutelage of Linda Brauckmann, had become the Canadian junior ladies champion. In 1973 she reached the top of the podium after winning the world singles crown in Bratislava, Czechoslovakia.
“She always wanted to skate,” Karen’s mom Gloria said. “She took to it like a duck to water.” However, Magnussen’s ascent to the top of the skating world would not be easy. Only a relentless determination kept her on the path to ultimate success. Tragically, today she faces an even more persistent and obstinate challenge. After a brief career skating professionally, which included performing with Ice Capades for four years, Magnussen turned to coaching which she was as devoted to as when she skated herself. But one day in late November 2011 her world was forever turned upside down. Her lungs were burnt from inhaling gas after escaping a North Shore rink following an ammonia leak. She now endures an almost-constant struggle with rheumatoid arthritis and other serious, degenerative health issues. And she continues to be frustrated by what she calls a lack of accountability.
Don Fennell photo Connaught skater Shawn Cueves and Karen Magnussen share a hug during the club’s recent meet and greet.
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This Saturday, friends in the skating community are stepping up to support Magnussen. Richmond’s Connaught Skating Club’s fundraiser—Karen Magnussen Tribute: A Benefit Show, showcasing 100 competitive skaters—will begin at 6 p.m. at Minoru Arenas. Magnussen said her unfortunate ordeal is a reminder to everyone to never take anything for granted. “I love children. My students gave me so much energy,” she said. “And now my independence has been taken from me too.” Magnussen is overwhelmed by the tribute being put on by the Connaught Skating Club. “When Keegan (Connaught head coach Murphy, who is also the lead producer and director of the tribute show) came to me I was taken aback,” she said. “I’m so appreciative.” Aundrea Feltham, first vicepresident of the club, is co-producer of the tribute show along with Eileen Murphy, Keegan’s mom and a friend of Magnussen’s. Feltham is also a longtime Magnussen fan. “As you can imagine, Karen’s story is one that we all hold close to our hearts, but for me it has also touched my heart,” she says. “I skated many years ago, and this is a woman that I watched and idolized. So here I am some 40 years later with the great honour of planning an event that will help her in this time of need. I feel blessed to be a part of it, and even more blessed to be doing it with the likes of Eileen and Keegan, two people I admire and care for deeply. We are going to make this event one that will not soon be forgotten.” Magnussen, now 62, was drawn to skating by the speeds she could reach on the ice, and a sense of being able to fly through the air. A setback in 1969, when she was diagnosed with stress fractures in both legs that required her to spend three months in a wheelchair, only made her more determined to get back on the ice. Over the next four years, four consecutive Canadian championhips followed, along with
Don Fennell photo At a recent meet and greet, legendary Canadian figure skater Karen Magnussen accepts flowers from a skater who will perform in the Connaught Skating Club’s tribute fundraiser Saturday at Minoru Arenas.
bronze, silver and ultimately gold medals at the worlds as well as a silver medal at the 1972 Olympic Winter Games in Sapporo, Japan. Magnussen’s work ethic was matched only by her talent. Sacrificing hanging out with friends, she routinely trained for five or six hours a day, and up to 10 in the heart of the competitive season. And she used to practise her jumps—for which she became renowned—wearing ski boots in the family’s backyard. To further boost the artistic side of her performances, her mom signed her up for ballet lessons. Magnussen became the first skater in competition to change direction on an endless spiral, one of the elements all skaters now have to perform. “I always had something in my hip pocket, but I never felt secure,” said Magnussen. “In my era it was the performance (that stood out), but you also had to be in top condition.”
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Eagles, Wildcats win openers Local hoops teams seek berths in Saturday finals by Don Fennell Sports Editor Two of Richmond’s four teams at this week’s provincial high school basketball championships cleared the first hurdle in opening-round play Wednesday at the Langley Events Centre. Richmond Christian Eagles, the No. 1-ranked team in the singleA tournament, blasted West Vancouver’s Mulgrave Titans 79-19 to move on to quarter-final play versus Maple Ridge Christian (after press time) on Thursday. The Eagles were, as expected, led by the dynamic duo of Grade 12 guard Joacquin Arguelles and Grade 11 guard Sam Cabuay who combined for 44 points. Arguelles had seven threes among his 31 points, while Cabuay scored 13 points. The single-A final is Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Robert A. McMath Wildcats also won their first-round tilt in the triple-A tournament, edging Dr. Charles Best Blue Devils 73-70.
Jenna Hauck photo Sam Evanson of R.A. McMath Wildcats controls the ball during a game against Charles Best at the B.C. High School Boys 3A Basketball Provincial Championships at Langley Events Centre on Wednesday.
The No.4-ranked Wildcats were scheduled to face Abbotsford Panthers in quarter-final play Thursday evening. The triple-A final is set for 6 p.m. Saturday. Richmond’s other triple-A entry wasn’t as fortunate, as the Matthew McNair Marlins lost their opening-round match 63-52 to Robert Bateman Timberwolves. Despite the loss, Kevin Yang and Owen Vint both had stellar games for the Marlins. Yang had 16 points in 33 minutes of floor
time, while Vint had 14 points. McNair proved too much for Mark Isfeld in consolation play Thursday morning, outscoring the latter 77-58. Vint paced the Marlins with 21 points in 35 minutes of playing time. H.J. Cambie Crusaders were also bounced in the opening round of the double-A tournament Wednesday, losing 99-65 to G.w. Graham. Cambie was scheduled to face Mt. Elizabeth in consolation play Thursday afternoon.
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Richmond Islanders 2000 A girls’ softball team kicked off pre-season play last weekend in Las Vegas.
0-2 record put them in the bronze pool for championship play. “At this point getting pooled lower gave us a better chance to play more games on Sunday, which is really what this trip was all about— finding out what our strengths are and confirming what we need to work on headings to our season,” he said. The Islanders began play Sunday with a 4-0 win over a Colorado team playing in their first games of the season as well. Caitlin Gordon went the distance for the win for the Islanders, which put them up against an Arizona team coming off
a run spread victory. It was a tight battle, a pitcher’s duel which saw Harper Gibson and the Islanders come out on the good side of a 2-1 score. “It was a great game to watch and it showed what the girls are capable of,” Latrace said. The Islanders carried that momentum into the next game, building a 4-1 lead before giving up four in the final inning in a 5-4 loss to a tough California team that went on to win the championship. Another highlight of the Islanders’ play on Sunday was its hitting. They managed to scatter 25 over three games, a sure sign, Latrace said, that the girls
were starting to feel more comfortable at the plate. Emilie Sherritt and Caley Dunlop led the way with six hits apiece for the weekend. Pitching was solid throughout, with Gordon, Gibson and Izzy Dino allowing only fourwalks over five games. The catching duo of Emily Latrace and Nicole Salas worked well with the Vegas heat, alternating behind the plate as well as in the field. Defensively, Caitlin Redmond, Natalie Caras and Kaity Hensel were solid on the corners, and outfielders Kasey Wright, Miranda Herle, and Brooke Stoilen did a great job tracking down everything in the outfield. “All in all I was very happy with our play this weekend, it was a total team effort,” he said. “This team has more parity than it has in the past and so all players need to work together and be ready to perform when they get the opportunity. More importantly, with so many new players it was important for the girls to really get to know each other, both on and off the field, and in that sense the trip was a huge success.”
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RE/MAX results realty. Varsity also has a Walk-Score of 77 – a system used to reflect how easy it is to get around without a car, between 0 and 100. Pastorek says this score is exceptionally high, especially for the Valley. Building ‘C’ is move-in ready and offers one-bedrooms from $149,900 and twobedroom or two- bedroom and guest homes from 840 square feet to 1,090 square feet starting at $249,900. Building ‘D’ is well underway, with an estimated completion time of late August to early September. “Upon entering a Varsity home, visitors are always struck by the superior features and finishings, from the sweeping open floor plans to the nine-foot ceilings and everything
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community RCCS celebrates Year of the Goat The Richmond Chinese Community Society hosted its 16th annual community dinner at the Continental Seafood Restaurant. The traditional Chinese dinner, held on March 5, featured members, community groups and government representatives. RCCS recognizes the importance of positive relations among the various groups in order to maintain the thriving multiculturalism that exists in Richmond.
Richmond MP Alice Wong presented certificates of installation to Richmond Chinese Community Society’s current directors.
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Lucky draw winner Bhreandain Clugston (right) received the prize from Nurse Next Door’s Brett Kend- Talented singer/guitarist/saxophonist Raffy Ramiro ricks (left). Kendricks was later a lucky winner himself, Swap One entertained the dinner guests. winning a big TV.
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COMING EVENTS
FORD, William William Ford of Richmond BC passed away peacefully Feb 28, 2015 at the age of 82. Born and raised in Vancouver BC and married to Shirley Ford for 51 years until her passing in 2005. He will be dearly missed by Family and Friends and now can spend eternity with the love of his life Shirley. From Bill to Shirley “ Bidh Gaol agam ort fad mo bheatha. Thusa’s Gun Duine Eile. ( Scottish Gaelic Translation) “I will love you my whole life, you and no other.” William will be survived by his sons, Brad Ford & Spouse Sabrina Ford, Brent Ford & Spouse Sheila Fitter & Trevor Ford. Grandchildren Justin, Kyle, Matt, Alex, Coran, Shaela, Cherrise. Great Grandchildren Liam & Kaeyln, Brother in law Ross & Irene Proud and niece Kerri. A special thanks to staff at Richmond Hospice, Kamloops Hospice, Richmond General Hospital. No formal ceremony will be held a private gathering were his wishes. In lieu of flowers please donate to: BC Children’s Hospital 938 West 28th Ave., Vancouver, BC V5Z 4H4 PH-604-875-2444
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Opportunity To Buy Janitorial Franchise
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AutoCAD Operators The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!
A family owned enterprise with over 55 years history, seeks a highly motivated person to be part of our successful office team located in Chilliwack, BC. The primary focus of this position is to prepare clear, complete, and accurate product and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches to meet the requirements allowing them to be used as production, catalogue, submittal and / or customer approval drawings. This will require effective communication with sales, distribution, engineering, and production staff.
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS
EDUCATION
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HELP WANTED
CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD
Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street
New West 604.522.4900
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
Receptionist / Legal Assistant Experienced F/T Immediate position required for a busy Richmond Notary office. Duties include: reception, answering phone-5 lines, setting appts, file management, data entry, assisting in preparation of Estate Planing & Real Estate documentation, & other daily duties. Candidate must have completed a Legal Assistance course or a min of 2yrs exp in a legal office specializing in real estate. Must possess good organizational skills & excellent command of the English language and the ability to multi task. Proficient in MS Word. MS Outlook, MS Excel & ProSuite. Email resume to:
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We are seeking a fulltime live-in caregiver to take care of our less than 2 yr old daughter at our residence at the intersection of 109 Ave & 142 B St. Surrey V3R 3L8. Duties: Supervise and care for children, bathe, dress and feed children. Prepare infant for rest periods, organize activities for children, Plan, prepare and serve meals & perform other related housekeeping duties. Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home. Instruct children in personal hygiene and social development. Language: English , knowledge of Punjabi / Hindi an asset but not a necessity. Grade 12 and one year experience taking care of children or a recognized caregiver 6 months course required. Compensation: $11 per hr / 8 hrs per day / 5 days per week , Plus 10 days of paid vacation per year. Please contact us at rajanbombhi@gmail.com
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INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)
The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!
We are a local progressive concrete pre-cast company based in Chilliwack. Duties include; preventative maint., scheduled repairs, and quick response repairs to ensure our modernized equipment runs efficiently. Routine equipment inspections and repairs are required. The Successful candidate must have good problem solving, diagnostic, interpersonal, and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours in a variety of conditions. Experience working with electrical systems and PLC programs would be a definite asset. Minimum requirements include completion of ITA certificate of qualification as an Industrial Mechanic, inter - provincial red seal endorsement, & a certificate of apprenticeship. Previous work experience in a related industry would be an asset.
(Surrey Terminal) Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. One (1) position is an afternoon shift starting at 3:30PM and working until midnight and the other position (1) has an 11:30PM start working until 8:00AM.
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Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers. For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889
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Westcoast Moulding & Millwork Surrey, a building product supplier has a Full - Time opportunity for an experienced Stair Builder & Parts Craftsman. Must have pervious experience in shaping Rails & Building stair components. Positive attitude, dedication & willingness to learn rewarded with: • Advancement Opportunities • Excellent Remuneration Package Commensurate w/ Experience • Full Benefits Please Fax resume: 604-513-1194 or E-mail: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com
PERSONAL SERVICES
Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
HELP WANTED
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
UTE CARRIERS
HELP WANTED
Kids and Adults Needed Route
Stair Builder / Parts Craftsman
Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers.
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LOEWEN Welding & Mfg, Abbotsford, is looking for experienced machinist with 3 or more years of experience. Work week is Mon Thurs, 10 hrs a day. Fax resume to 604-826-6051 or email to gord@loewenwelding.com
Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic
Please e-mail resume, including cover letter & references: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com
F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com
Lawn & Garden company looking for Part-Time person for work in Richmond. Tues/Wed/Thurs.
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1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Benefits. 2.) Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group. 3.) Company Sponsored Social Activities.
Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily
LAWN & GARDEN HELP REQUIRED
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OUR COMPANY OFFERS:
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EXPERIENCED P/T & F/T light cooks for Kisamos Greek Taverna. Contact Marino (604)649-5119.
FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
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HELP WANTED
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
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Please send updated resume and cover letter indicating salary expectations to hr@ langleyconcretegroup.com
Richmond Storefront 290-3631 No. 3 Road Richmond, BC V6X 2B9 T:778.732.0285
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
Only those of interest will be contacted.
Our Company Offers: • Attractive Salary + Benefits • Extended Health Benefits & Wage • Future Personal Growth & Development • On The Job Training • Fun Supportive Atmosphere With Extracurricular Activities
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INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853
Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889
Minimum Requirements: •High school graduation •1 year experience or equivalent education and experience •Certificate of completion for Basic AutoCAD, AutoCAD 2, AutoCAD Civil 3 D, Architectural drawing or similar computer aided drawing program. •Microsoft excel and word, excellent math skills, communication skills & mechanical aptitude
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IMPROVEMENTS
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 281
GARDENING
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Brad 778-552-3900
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 300
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
LANDSCAPING
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
Clean up past accounting records Year-end preparation, Setting up accounting Software Full Cycle Payroll, GST/PST/WCB Returns Raju Nanduri CGA 160 - 3031 Beckman Place Richmond BC. 778-688-2999 rsncga@gmail.com
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CONCRETE & PLACING
REG & SEASONAL LAWN MAINT., Trimming, pruning, planting, weeding, & fertilizing. 604-773-0075
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
PHIL’S FENCING: Custom blt cedar fences/gates/lattice. Repairs, decks & stairs, 604-591-1173, 351-1163
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
YAMAHA UPRIGHT PIANO U1 walnut case, 30 yrs old, 2nd owner, Played recreationally. Well maintained. Beautiful instrument. $1950. obo. 778-808-8938
2 coats any colour
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.
REAL ESTATE
NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
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for all early bookings. Drywall Repairs. WorkSafe. Fully Insured. 15 Yrs exp. Free Estimates, Call John,
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PLUMBING
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APARTMENT/CONDOS
BRIGHT South East Corner Condo in Park Towers. 2 bed 2 bath 1255 sq ft. Covered parking, storage. Heat, hot water, electricity included in maint, fee. $274,900 Call Yvonne RE/MAX 604-619-4465
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
NANAIMO - Half acre lot light commercial property. Residential or Commercial. Beside Highway. Wide Open Ocean view. 1- (250)753-0160
BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
MIN. EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM Reasonable Rates 604-270-6338
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NANAIMO - Ocean & City Views. Close to University. Owner can carry mortgage with reasonable payment. Ph: 1-(250)753-0160
PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Rona Building Centre 7111 Elmbridge Way Richmond, BC
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
NANAIMO - Ocean & City Views. Close to University. Owner can carry mortgage with reasonable payment. Ph: 1-(250)753-0160
Power Washing, Gutters, Windows, Maintenance, Res/Comm. Lic/Ins’d. Free Est. Call Dean 604-839-8856
RENTALS
VECTOR RENO’S
Small Indoor Reno’s, Repairs, Painting & Trash Hauling. Call Dan 604-761-9717
Claims a Landlord’s Contractual Lien against the following person’s goods in storage at:
4511 Shell Road Richmond, BC V6X 3M3 604-270-8827 Auction is subject to cancellation without notice. 66 - Bonnie Impett 114-2620 E.16th St, North Vancouver BC 75 - Ilija, Milacic 17131 Fedoruk Rd, Richmond BC
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
By virtue of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act and on behalf of Shelter Island Marina we will dispose of goods, namely: (1) 39’ White wood & fiberglass Sailboat with green and red accents “name unknown”, debtor “Richard Haws” to recover $4,221.54 plus accruing storage and any / all other expenses related. This unit will be made available for sale after March 27, 2015. Goods are currently being stored at 4508 Beedie Street, Burnaby. Contact 604-434-2448 for further information. By virtue of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act and on behalf of Marvel Auctions Ltd. we will dispose of goods, namely: Miscellaneous Goods, debtor “Margret Baxter” to recover $1,395.00 plus accruing storage and any / all other expenses related. These goods will be made available for sale after March 20, 2015. Goods are currently being stored at 4508 Beedie Street, Burnaby. Contact 604-434-2448 for further information.
76 - Lucas Edmonston 6160 Doulton Ave, Richmond BC 85 - Remo Rea 89-7897 Centre, Lumsden SK 88 - Juanita Lacuesta Maranon 106 Southdale Rd, Richmond BC 143 - Grass Roots Millwork Installations Ltd. Glen Wright 9-4311 Bayview St, Richmond BC 162 - Peter Thackeray 5980 Kartner Rd, Richmond BC 176 - Colin Maxwell Zirbenweg 13 T9 Bad Hofgastein Austria 193 - Renny Mohammed 9071 No.5 Rd, Richmond BC 299 - Simon James Clarke 123-3411 Springfield Dr, Richmond BC 304 - Richard Paul Jansen 317-8700 Granville Ave, Richmond BC 355 - Clay Sidney Crawford 501-8248 Lansdowne Rd. Richmond BC
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ELECTRICAL
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2000 Buick Century Ltd Edition white, grey leather int. 105,000K Exc cond. $3995. 604-271-4163
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TOY POODLE PUPS 6 weeks old. Chocolate brown. $800 each. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602
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Shih tzu, male, 4 mos, one left, $500. Call (604)316-9495 or 604795-5626
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CARS - DOMESTIC
U-Haul Moving and Storage of Richmond
Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail Mar 20. $700. 1-604-794-5844
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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
PITTBULL pups purebred, born Feb 24th. Avail for viewing. Great bloodlines. $1000-$1500. 604-765-0453
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TRANSPORTATION
PETS
ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020 Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
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Personal and Corporate Taxes Accounting and Management Consulting
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
SAND & GRAVEL SALES All types of sand & gravel 604-560-9255
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• HEDGE & TREE PRUNING • HOUSE PAINTING • PRESSURE WASHING
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GREENWORX Redevelopment Inc. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls. Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Concrete cutting, Jack hammering, old swimming pools filled in & decks. 604-782-4322
• Aeration / Power Raking
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE GRASS CUTTING $20+
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and I’m a Nice Guy!
• Edging
• Hedge Trimming / Pruning
• Trimming
LANDSCAPING
Specializing in All Kinds of New Roofs, Re Roofs and Repairs. Free Estimates. Reasonable Rates. WCB. Fully Insured. Ex Ref.
Plumbing • Electrical • Woodwork • Drywall • Bathrooms • Painting • Handyman • Textured Ceilings • FREE Quotes Door Repairs: Patio • Pocket • Bi-folds • Shower
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
Call George 778 886 3186
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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
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504 - Ryan De Graaf 9443 119A St, Delta BC 568 - Daniel James Mongeau 109-6310 McRobb Rd, Nanaimo BC A sale will take place at the storage location on Friday March 20, 2015. Viewing from 10AM to 12PM. Sealed bids will be opened at 12:30PM. Room contents are personal / household goods unless noted otherwise. Bids will be for entire contents of each unit.
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