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Trio bound, badly beaten as cops look for attackers Investigators believe it was a case of mistaken identity

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by Martin van den Hemel

All that glitters is not gold.

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‘Ancient treasures’ scam bilks victims RCMP issue warning to residents, who are target of fraudsters by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Richmond Mounties are warning residents about a gold scam that has resurfaced and bilked unsuspecting locals out of tens of thousands of dollars in some cases. RCMP Acting Cpl. Dennis Hwang said the victims are all Asian women in their late 40s, or older, who speak Mandarin fluently and are typically employed in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. “Some victims have been defrauded of several tens of thousands of dollars,” Hwang said. The victims are tricked into purchasing what the fraud artists claim are “priceless ancient Chinese treasures” but are instead worthless. The last reported incident had been in 2010, but the

scam resurfaced in Richmond as recently as last month. In at least two of the incidents currently being investigated by police, the suspect poses as a Chinese foreign construction worker who claims to have uncovered a treasure trove of artifacts at a construction site. “These artifacts are purported to be priceless gold ingots and gold figurines of Buddha. The suspect is willing to sell the trove to the victim as a substantial loss,” Hwang said. Variations of this story may be used to deceive the victims, he stressed. The suspect is described as an Asian male, in his 30s, who speaks Mandarin fluently. He may be either working alone, or has a male accomplice who also speaks Mandarin and is roughly the same age. “It is unfortunate for us to have to reiterate, but if a deal sounds too good to be true, it most likely is,” RCMP Const. Janice Xia said. See Page 6

Martin van den Hemel photo Dorothy Suen and Anita Schulz, from Sinfully The Best chocolates, fine foods and gifts on Chatham Street in Steveston, display a five kilogram easter bunny, made from 62 per cent dark chocolate, and created by Suen. The bunny will be raffled off at noon on April 3, with proceeds to support the Richmond Food Bank. Tickets are $1 each, and as of Wednesday afternoon, some $200 had been raised, with the store’s owners promising to match the contribution.

A “very disturbing and vicious assault” on three innocent people found bound on River Road last month has Richmond RCMP investigators hoping a witness will help them find who was responsible. On Feb. 28, around 11 p.m., local police responded to a noise complaint from a quiet section of River Road, between No. 7 Road and No. 8 Road. Officers discovered three adults—a woman and two men—who were bound and badly beaten. All three were rushed to hospital, with one male victim suffering extensive lacerations to his face and head. The victims were all Lower Mainland residents who have since been released from hospital. All have been cooperative with investigators who are trying to puzzle out who was responsible. The victims were sitting at a campfire, celebrating an anniversary, when they were approached by four unknown men. The men mistook the trio for somebody else, and proceeded to beat them. The suspects fled in a dark-coloured car. See Page 6

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W Network’s Game of Homes features four couples including Nina and PJ Johar by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter

here aren’t many TV game shows that offer a $1 million prize.

But that’s precisely what Matthew McNair grad Nina Johar, and her husband PJ, are competing for in the W Network weekly television series Game of Homes, which premiered March 17. Billed as W Network’s “biggest competition series yet”, the series features four pairs of Lower Mainlanders, including the Johars: a local dating couple, an engaged couple, and a father/daughter team from Delta. The challenge: transform four tear downs into their dream homes, all with their own blood, sweat and tears. The series features a Who’s Who in the home renovation scene: Property Brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott, Jillian Harris and Todd Talbot from Love It or List It: Vancouver, and Emmy nominated actor Cameron Mathison. Nina is a registered nurse who grew up in Richmond, attending James Whiteside elementary and Hugh McRoberts secondary before graduating from McNair in 2000. PJ, who had been working in IT before filming of the show began last September, was born and raised in Australia. The couple met there while Nina was attending university. The couple, who have two young children, tackled renovation projects as a part-time business, and their projects included an apartment unit across from Minoru Park, which they transformed

Nina and PJ Johar, are competing for in the W Network weekly television series Game of Homes.

over the course of six months—including gutting the kitchen, renovating two bathrooms and changing the flooring—and selling it for a healthy profit. But their experiences hardly prepared them for four weeks of chaos in front of bright lights, when they relocated their lives to a TV set in downtown Vancouver, a process that meant they couldn’t see their two young children for five weeks, and had to surrender their electronic devices for the duration. “We had four weeks to renovate a house under an extreme budget, tight timelines, and lots of mini challenges and twists,” Nina said. All were ranchers in the range of 1,800 square feet, and were removed from their

“We had four weeks to renovate a house under an extreme budget, tight timelines, and lots of mini challenges and twists.” — Nina Johar

foundations and plunked down in False Creek near Science World. The eight competitors lived on the set as they did their renovation work, and were supplied a paint shop, work shop, and a lounge for the cast to shower and eat. “We slept on the floor on air mattresses, which would deflate by morning,” Nina laughed, adding that they were limited to five-minute showers, a particular challenge for Nina who has long hair. But as the days went on, and the competition intensity picked up, toward the end nobody cared about their make up and appearances, she said. They were fueled in part by the knowledge that the home they were redesigning could be their new home, along with the Lower Mainland property the home was scooped from. There were many sleepless nights, as the competitors were given tight timelines in which to work. Two expert judges— Cheryl Torrenueva, from Colin and Justin’s Home Heist, and Jeremy MacPherson from The Re-Inventors—assessed the design and workmanship in each team’s room transformation. See Page 7

This year’s street banners were unveiled at city hall on Monday. The artists unveiled their work for this year’s banners, which will soon be appearing on Richmond streets. See page 32 for more photos.

Hamilton elementary students were treated to sneak-peek of TV stunt Sci-Fi TV show Falling Skies let Grade 6 class see live stunt by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Students from Hamilton elementary school learned a valuable lesson last fall. There’s a whole lot of time and effort that goes into creating the stunt work that flashes on the TV screen for a few seconds, and generates all the oohs and aahs. Noah Wyle, the star of the hit TV series, gave a presentation to the students after inviting the Grade 6 class to attend a rehearsal of a stunt for the show. “The students were given a tour of the set, a presentation by the lead actor in the series

and the experience of holding some of the “post apocalyptic” prop pieces,” Jodie Shebib, film and major events liaison, wrote in a report to the city’s parks, recreation and cultural services committee. “The experience was a rare opportunity that teachers and students thoroughly enjoyed.” According to the report, more than $183,000 in service and location charges were processed through the city’s Richmond Film Office, down about $100,000 from the record-setting 2013, and comparable to the numbers from 2011 and 2012. Among the feature films shot in Richmond were Formula M, My Life as a Dead Girl, and Screamers. TV shows filmed here include Once Upon a Time, Supernatural, Arrow, Bates Motel, and House Hunters International. Aside from revenues generated directly for the city, filming “continues to contribute significant

direct and indirect revenue to local businesses and land owners. Location fees paid directly to merchants and homeowners can be up to $20,000 per day of filming depending on the scope of the production,” Shebib wrote. “The film sector is a major employer in the City of Richmond with over $15 million in wages earned by residents employed in 2013.” What’s in the forecast for 2015? Good times, Shebib wrote, considering the Canadian dollar dropped below 80 cents American for the first time in five years. “Our lower dollar is an additional incentive for American studios to film in Canada as the cost of producing becomes more cost effective.” Regarding pilot TV shows, Shebib wrote that the Richmond Film Office has had a “number of inquiries” about the shows which were moved from Los Angeles to Vancouver “due in part to the lower Canadian dollar.”

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City Board City of Richmond Annual Watermain Flushing Notification On Sunday, March 22nd, the Water Services division will begin the annual watermain flushing program. To minimize disruptions, this work will be conducted from Sunday to Friday, 9:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. for the duration of seven weeks. Flushing watermains is required to maintain water quality. Your water will not be turned off; however, during this time you may experience water pressure fluctuation or discolouration. This is not a health concern and should only last for a short time. It is recommended that you run the cold water until the discolouration clears. If you have any questions, please contact 604-270-8721. For more information on Richmond’s high-quality tap water and other water education programs, visit: www.richmond.ca/water. City of Richmond | 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000

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Richmond Public Library is hosting a free foursession ESL Book Club for adults on Mondays from April 13 to May 4. “This program is for English language learners who want to practice their English reading, speaking and vocabulary skills,” said Shelley Civkin, communications officer. “As a group, we’ll discuss books written by Canadian authors.” Reading material will be provided to participants with a valid library card. Registration is required. Participants must attend all 4 sessions. The program goes from 1-2:30 p.m. The club meets in the Special Collection Room at the Brighouse branch (7700 Minoru Gate). To register, visit any branch of Richmond public Library, register online at www.yourlibrary.ca/ events or call 604-231-6413. This program is suitable for intermediate ESL learners who read at Canadian Language Benchmarks level 4-6. The club is limited to 15 people.

Martin van den Hemel photo Gulf of Georgia Cannery operations manager Rob Hart poses with a painting by artist Kenna Fair entitled ‘Shagpoke and Ling.’ The piece will be featured in a thought-provoking feature exhibit launching April 11 called Trading Routes: Rivers, Fish and Oil. The exhibit focuses on the ecology and cultural changes caused by industry and development along Northern B.C.’s‘grease trails,’ the First Nations’ eulachon oil trading routes.

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The planning process for the redesign of the western part of London-Steveston Neighbourhood Park is underway. This process will focus on the area of the park proposed to be transferred to the City as part of the rezoning application for the former Steveston School site at 10440 and 10460 No. 2 Road. We invite you to participate by sharing your ideas and providing input toward the preparation of the park concept plan.

The impact of industrial development on B.C.’s salmon-bearing rivers will be the subject of a new feature exhibit at the Gulf of Georgia National Historic Site, at 12138 Fourth Ave. in Steveston, starting April 11. Trading Routes: Rivers, Fish and Oil will explore the ecology and cultural changes caused by both industry and development along Northern British Columbia’s “grease trails”, the First Nations’ eulachon oil trading routes. Visitors will be invited to explore the changing resource use of each river and how this has impacted wildlife habitats over the past century through interactive technology. Information about the rivers will be presented through artwork—including artist Kenna Fair’s piece entitled “Shagpoke and Ling”—images, video, audio and text. The exhibit is a collaboration with the Social Sciences and Humanitarian Council of Canada Research/Creation Grant held by Emily Carr University professor Ruth Beer and UBC professor Emerita Kit Grauer. The exhibit shows daily from April 11, 2015 to the Spring of 2016. The Gulf of Georgia Cannery is open daily, year round, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information, visit www.gulfofgeorgiacannery. org, or call them at 604-664-9009.

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Richmond could have four ridings for the next provincial election.

Extra riding eyed for Richmond Growing population could lead to 4 MLAs by Bhreandáin Clugston Editor The B.C. Electoral Boundaries Commission is recommending Richmond get a fourth provincial riding due to population growth. Richmond currently has three ridings: Richmond Centre, Richmond East and Richmond-Steveston. Due to population growth, the B.C. Electoral Boundaries Commission is recommending four ridings for the next election: Richmond-Queensborough, Richmond Steveston, Richmond North Centre, Richmond South Centre. Currently, there are 85 ridings in the B.C. legislature. If the B.C. Electoral Boundaries Commission recommendations are approved, there will be 87 ridings. Surrey is also getting a new riding. According to the B.C. Electoral Boundaries Commission report, “Current districts are well over the provincial average (three of four more than 25% over) and this is also an area of high growth. An electoral district is added to this area and boundaries are substantially altered to rebalance the population.” Richmond North Centre includes Terra Nova, Thompson, Sea Island and parts of City Centre. Richmond South Centre includes the rest of City Centre and parts of the old Richmond East riding. Richmond-Queensborough contains much of the current Richmond East riding, but adds the New Westminster neighbourhood of Queensborough.

Richmond has had three ridings since 1991. All three are considered among the safest Liberal seats in the province. Queensborough is currently part of the New Westminster riding, which generally elects New Democrats. B.C. Supreme Court Justice Thomas Melnick said efforts were made to keep “communities of interest” together, while equalizing the populations of

constituencies as much as possible. Even at that, the population of some urban constituencies is as much as 60 per cent higher than rural seats, where travel by the elected representative is much more time consuming. The proposals and maps can be found at the commission’s website, www.bc-ebc.ca. Public input on the proposed changes is being accepted until

midnight, May 26. Comments can be made through the website, by email to info@bc-ebc. ca or by mail to PO Box 9275, Stn. Prov Govt, Victoria B.C. V8W 9J6. The final report will be submitted to the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly by Sept. 25. If approved, the changes would take effect in for the 2017 provincial election. –with files from Tom Fletcher

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Case of mistaken identity From Page 1 Richmond RCMP’s serious crimes unit is now investigating, and believe this isolated incident was a sad case of mistaken identity. The four suspects are described as: one Caucasian male, 20 to 30 years of age, and three males, in their mid 20 to mid 30s and of mixed ethnicity. “This is a very disturbing and vicious

assault on three innocent people.” Richmond RCMP Cpl. Chris Tarasoff said. “One victim suffered significant injuries and all will have to live with the memory of this brutal assault. We will be doing everything in our power to locate these suspects and bring justice to these victims.” Anyone with information is asked to call Cpl. Tarasoff at 604-278-1212, leave a tip by e-mail at Richmond_Tips@rcmp-grc. gc.ca or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Animal cruelty charges laid in dog’s violent death Artyom Goncharuk, 27, charged after police find dead dog at his home A Richmond man has been charged with animal cruelty in connection with the stabbing death of his dog last September. Artyom Goncharuk, 27, was charged with both criminal code and prevention of cruelty to animals act offences, BC SPCA

chief prevention and enforcement officer Marcie Moriarty announced on Wednesday. Local Mounties were called to Goncharuk’s residence on Sept. 15, 2014, where the lifeless body of his Pomeranian dog Kaylly, was found. Police turned over the file to the BC Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals for investigation. “The necropsy results show that an extremely disturbing level of violence was inflicted on this poor dog,” Moriarty said.

The dog was stabbed 61 times, SPCA said. Goncharuk was arrested last week, and faces up to five years in jail, and a maximum fine of $75,000, along with a potential lifetime ban on owning animals. Just five weeks before police discovered Goncharuk’s dead dog, a man with the same name and born in 1987, was alleged to have: tried to take a weapon from a peace officer, threatened to use a weapon, assault a peace officer and resisting/obstructing a peace officer.

Victims asked to contact police From Page 1 If you know anyone who has been victimized, contact Xia at 604-278-1212.

Tips can also be e-mailed to Richmond_Tips@rcmpgrc.gc.ca. Anonymous tips can also be left with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Get ready to register for the preschool 2015/2016 school year All eight community centres in Richmond are offering licenced preschool programs for children born in 2011 and 2012. Start children on the right track in a preschool program designed to develop the whole child intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally. All preschools below offer a positive and encouraging learning environment for children of all cultures and backgrounds. Please call the individual centre to register or for more information. Cambie Community Centre 604-233-8376 www.richmond.ca/cambie Registration begins Thursday, April 16, 6:00pm City Centre Community Centre - Lang Centre 604-233-8910 www.richmond.ca/citycentre Registration begins Wednesday, April 8, 6:00pm Hamilton Community Centre 604-718-8055 www.richmond.ca/hamilton Registration begins Saturday, April 11, 9:30-11:30am Sea Island Community Centre 604-238-8000 www.richmond.ca/seaisland Registration begins Monday, April 13, 9:00am-1:00pm South Arm Community Centre 604-238-8063 www.richmond.ca/southarm Registration begins Saturday, April 18, 9:00am-noon Steveston Community Centre 604-238-8080 www.richmond.ca/steveston Registration begins Thursday, April 9, 7:00pm Thompson Community Centre 604-238-8422 www.richmond.ca/thompson Registration begins Thursday April 11, 9:00am West Richmond Community Centre 604-238-8400 www.richmond.ca/westrichmond Registration begins Saturday, April 11, 9:00am

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Couple hopes to win house From Page 3 The show’s grand finale, which will see Nina and PJ reunite with their competitors, will air on May 5, when the winners will be announced after the public casts their vote on which team has achieved the most spectacular home renovation. Like the rest of the public, Nina and PJ are watching each episode for the first time as they air. “I realized how intense it is,” Nina said of the high stakes atmosphere. “We’re sitting back now and absorbing it all.” The experience of being without their children, who were cared for by Nina’s mother, for five weeks “made us a lot stronger,” Nina said. “It taught us how important we are to each other. We’re definitely opposites, but we attract.” PJ, who didn’t have his IT position waiting for him after the show completed filming and has since started a new career, said the show kept throwing unexpected curveballs at the couples. “You never know what to expect when you first go in,” said PJ, who as a full-time job now runs a home renovation investment firm called pnjpropertyinvestmentgroup.com. “I made it into my fulltime job,” he said, adding that he’s currently working on a house in North Vancouver that he’s hoping to flip. The Johars hope to win the house so they can provide Nina’s mother a “wonderful space that is rent free.” Since all of the houses are from the Lower Mainland area, the Johars guess that the grand prize could be worth up to $1 million.

B.C. to regulate teacher professional development by Tom Fletcher Black Press The B.C. government is giving itself new authority to regulate ongoing teacher training, possibly requiring completion of new programs for teachers to maintain certification. Education Minister Peter Fassbender said there are currently no detailed requirements for certified teachers to stay current with new education techniques. Those requirements are to be worked out with the B.C. Teachers’ Federation, which was notified only hours before changes to the School Act were introduced in the legislature Thursday.

There is no change to the five professional development days per school year that are currently part of the BCTF contract, or any requirement in the legislation that new training be delivered during those days. B.C. Teachers’ Federation president Jim Iker said education ministry officials have assured him there will be two years of consultation before changes to professional development are imposed. Any changes “need to be properly funded and respect teachers’professional autonomy,” he said. Iker was more concerned about another change that gives the ministry authority to impose shared services arrangements on school districts. He called the move “a diversion from underfunding,” after the government

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demanded $29 million in administrative savings from districts, many of whom say they can’t find any more savings. Fassbender said school districts will have time to develop shared service plans themselves before anything is imposed by Victoria. NDP education critic Rob Fleming said Fassbender and the B.C. Liberals have a “centralizing impulse” toward school districts, shifting authority to the education ministry that doesn’t have the capacity to make all those decisions. The government forced all school districts into a new administration computer system that didn’t work, costing $120 million, so it doesn’t have the track record to lecture school districts on efficiency.

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“Yup” says the New Your City employee “If given chance,..day’ll bite all de flesh off yer bones an day still be lookin fer more.” The person speaking is a city employee, on the Discovery Channel, fighting the NY City rat problem. He’s walking through abandon buildings and placing packets of rat poison under floor boards, behind walls and in the dark shadows where rats appear from, and disappear into. “Why look they even play pool!” he laughs as he enters an all but abandon room, except for a pool table. Now he’s really got my attention, because I have a rat in my yard. And I was thinking of getting a pool table for the house, But not any more! Not if they can play pool! I once saw a painting on velvet of rats smoking and playing pool? Scary! I have to rid the yard of my rat. So for two straight weeks I went out of my way to annoyed my rat. If I saw Mickey (Mickey Rat) when I was pulling into the drive I would chase him with the car and honk the horn. I’d fill in the holes he dug under the fence with what my dog left for me in the lawn. I’d yell at him through the widow and make growling bear sounds. Rats hate bears. I even went as far as leaving out some of Aunt Tilley’s leftover Christmas cake. Now if I could just get him in a rat sized Christmas sweater and turn the heat up to old person, he would defiantly feel sick and want to leave. All this persecution and still little Mickey would sit on the fence, rub his belly and lick his little rat lips, as if to say ‘Is that all you got fat boy!’ Time to introduce Plan B. Time to step it up a notch and get a finger breaking, rat squishing spring loaded trap. It was time to get that,....but after my last experience with this type of rat removal system I was looking elsewhere. It was so gross! It got so I was throwing the traps away with every capture. And I swear, to you and out loud, that I smashed two fingers for every rat caught. This time I was going chemical. I was going to poison Mickey Rat with all the killing power science would allow. And science has allowed such a strong poison that when you go to pay for this diabolical rat removal remedy at the rat poison store someone specially schooled in poison is called for over the intercom (no matter how many boxes you buy in any given month) to caution you on it’s uses. I was sure my Mickey problem was finished. Following the direction from the city worker on Discovery Channel, and not the instructions on the box, or the learned person at the rat store, I placed

the packets of death along ratty paths under and away from birds, dogs, cats, sheep, cattle, wolves and roaming bison. Two shows may have blended into one as I fell asleep partway through his instructions. Next day I walked my trap line along the fence, searched under the ever stationary Chevy, looked behind the wood pile, in the lawn mower shed and under a pile of smoldering buffalo chips I could later use for cooking. Seemed funny to me too. Two packets of instant death had been torn opened. I rubbed my bony hands together and let out a cackle to the sky just as lightning flashed and thunder boomed. I thought that was pretty random and wished someone else had also seen that. Next day I was on the line again. A bit more was taken from the same two packets so I moved the other two that hadn’t been touched to different spots and put out the fire on the one smoldering with the buffalo chips. But I was still seeing Mickey. Sometimes he was smaller and sometimes bigger and almost a different colour. Must be the dog do-do I’m filling his holes with I thought. A week goes by and I can’t remember where I had placed all the packets of death but the ones I could remember seemed like they were being eaten. So I went back to the store for more. Again the learned poison control person they keep in the back came out and advised me how to use this poison, and stressed I need to read the instructions. I gave her an all assuring nod that I’d read it, crossed my heart, and left. With all the poison bought and eaten I was sure old Mickey was dead. One taste of this

poison should be enough to end any thought of him playing pool. Poison packets are disappearing or lost and after about a month I’m still seeing Mickey. So now it’s back to Rat World for more Rat-be-gone. Barb and I are now on a first name bases at the rat poison store. That’s all they sell is rat poison. (Or so I tell the wife. If she knew it was the hardware store I’d be bringing back things for weekend filling chores as well). Barb drones through her legal requirements as I mouth her exact words and then promise to read the instructions, cross my heart and head home. As I place the new poison packets carefully not to threaten migrating buffalo herds I decide that maybe I should read the box for instructions. And what unimpressed me the most with my science filled packets of instant death was that it wasn’t instant. It takes 8 days! My wife’s meatloaf could do it in 4! And do you know that rats have mommy and daddy time as much as seven times a day with other mommy’s and daddy rats? Plus my neighbour Ron said that at this time of year, with easy access to water it could be even more ineffective. So all during this slow process of being poisoned they’re repopulating the neighbourhood. I’m so lucky I have only one rat! All I’m doing is introducing a harmful diet that isn’t even addictive or that deadly to him. It’s like us with salt or chocolate only rats are smart enough to say this prepackaged food hurts my stomach so I won’t eat it. I know this cause there’s Mickey scurrying atop the fence with his crappy dyed fur coat. All I’ve done is given him an upset stomach for the last two months while he’s been doing 50 shades

of grey rats. Now I have seen the damage poisons has done in the past to food chains. A rat dies and is eaten by a cat, dog, cougar (not the lady 2 doors down) bear or buffalo it affects that secondary animal very seriously. But not now. They’d have to eat infected rats for 8 days. So instead of deadly poison why can’t we make them ineffective in the mommy and daddy department? Why hasn’t science figured out how to make rats unattractive to each other? Maybe introduce that part from a human into the rat so that it’s repulsed by it’s own self. Introduce self loathing into a genetic marker, make them hate themselves so much that they feel no rat wants them (cause we don’t!). Take away the desire for mommy and daddy time and make the female nag him. Make them marry! Introduce some genetic code that makes them feel responsible for their offspring. That’ll slow them down. Lord knows its not hard to find a rat in a laboratory. There right there! Get them addicted to heroine or crack. Let them kill themselves with their addictions! And let the dealers and drug king pins deal with addicted rats stealing their supply till they do. After all they have guns and can shoot them. I think I’ve brought up several new good ideas to eradicate the grey pool playing rat. I hope that perhaps city hall might take up the cause and use their full city status to pressure the science community into manufacturing a better more effective cure. ’Cause to tell you the truth I think there’s more than just my Mickey out there. Bob Niles is a Richmond writer.

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Focusing on a single Throw lots of money at TransLink and it might work? Editor: I suggest it would be a better gas, home purchase and renovations, landowner not dinners out, alcohol and the Mayor Malcolm Brodie in a recent approach to fix TransLink first. appliances, list goes on. One modest car purchase town hall call (“Mayor backs tax despite constructive when and new appliances could easily exceed ‘dysfunctional’ TransLink,” March 20) $25,000. emphatically stated that TransLink is dysimprovements in transportation. facing a crisis I guess I am a skeptic on the amount functional and that the TransLink mayors’ On the same call, Irene Lanzinger, presiEditor: Richmond municipal council is calling on the federal government to force Port Metro Vancouver to sell a parcel of agricultural land so it cannot be converted to make room for growing trade. Management of lands throughout the Lower Mainland is on the verge of becoming a national crisis. Independent studies show the region will run out of industrial land in about 10 years, not just for port-related business, but any business that seeks industrial operations. Lower Mainland municipalities are converting industrial land to other uses at an alarming rate, including Richmond’s Duck Island industrial property currently being converted for mixed commercial use. Industrial users are running out of options. Port Metro VancouLower Mainland ver is a federal entity municipalities that exists to facilitate are converting trade and the national economy. Fully 20 per industrial land to cent of the value of all other uses at an goods Canada trades alarming rate. come through the port, a figure that will grow as Canada continues to forge trade deals with Asia. In Richmond alone, the port supports 5,200 jobs and about $5 million in municipal taxes. At Port Metro Vancouver, we work hard to make the best of the federal land we manage. We work with terminal operators to ensure land is being used as efficiently as possible. We even converted the former Richmond landfill into an operation that now generates tax revenues and jobs for the municipality. We are actively advocating for an industrial land reserve to model the success of the Agricultural Land Reserve. Together, working with municipalities and others, we must protect what’s left of our industrial land before it is too late. Rather than pointing fingers at any one entity, it would serve the region far better to work together and ensure we meet our agricultural, industrial and residential needs as best as possible. Peter Xotta Vice President, Operations and Planning Port Metro Vancouver

council has very little ability to influence how it operates. He went on to say the current TransLink model doesn’t work and it is not the way to run any kind of an organization. Yet in the next breath he somehow concluded improvements “could” be made if TransLink had more money. Wow! So the mayor in the words of an old Bobby Mcferrin song is saying to already heavily burdened tax payers, “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”, just throw $250 million of hard earned dollars every year into a system that is not working and you “might” get

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by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter The voices of City Opera Vancouver return to Richmond April 1 as part of the Minoru Chapel Opera series. “Classics of the Musical Stage” will feature baritone Ed Moran, soprano Michelle Koebke, pianist Sean Bayntun and narrator Tom Durrie. The show will feature music from Porgy and Bess and beyond. Audiences can expect to hear favourite arias, songs and duets by Gershwin, Porter and Kern. City Opera Vancouver has visited the Minoru Park venue before. The professional company, founded in 2006, aims to bring chamber opera to a wide audience. Its repertoire spans four centuries, from chamber opera’s beginnings to contemporary and commissioned works, with a special interest in Canadian music and artists. Last year the company presented the world premiere of Pauline, the first opera by Margaret Atwood. Two performances at the Minoru Chapel are scheduled for Wednesday, April 1: at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $20 for adults, and $18 for students and seniors. Purchase tickets in advance by calling 604276-4300 (course No. 938008 for 2 p.m. and No. 938058 for 7 p.m.) or at the door. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Minoru Chapel is located at 6540 Gilbert Rd., inside Minoru Park.

Soprano Michelle Koebke will perform alongside baritone Ed Moran at Minoru Chapel April 1.

Deadline for applications for Gotta Sing! Gotta Dance! summer musical theatre program close April 1. For the past 20 summers, Gotta Sing! Gotta Dance! has attracted hundreds of enthusiastic and talented participants – many of whom have gone on to successful careers in the performing arts. The first session is July 7-30 and the second is Aug. 4-27. The director and creator of the program is Richmond’s Perry Ehrlich, a composer, pianist, teacher, arranger, producer, adjudicator, writer, and talent coordinator, also directs ShowStoppers, the popular performance troupe. For further information about the program, contact the Jewish Community Centre at 604257-5111 or Ehrlich at 604-232-7209 or ehrlich@ kzellaw.com.

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ments contingent on work completed. This can help keep contractors on schedule. Paying for all work up front leaves homeowners at a disadvantage, as it does not provide incentive for workers to be timely and efficient. Check in with workers to get daily progress reports. · Have reasonable expectations. A renovation project may exceed its budget and take longer than initially expected. Understanding that these potential setbacks might be part of the process will make it easier to handle them when the foreman speaks to you about any issues that arise. · Accept the mess. Construction work is messy. There's no way to maintain a pristine house when contractors are entering and exiting all day. Dust is bound to be generated, and tools can fill up rooms. A home in disar-

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Gender Bias in Alzheimer’s? The results of a new Israeli study were released earlier this week, focusing on the gene known as the “ADNP.” This gene regulates proteins involved in the development of the human body, and it appears to cause gender-specific tendencies toward Alzheimer’s disease.

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Women are more likely than men to develop Alzheimer’s, and the study suggests that men and women should be tested separately because they may respond differently to any given treatment. Professor Ilana Gozes explained that behavioural differences in males and females (the study used mice) both with and without the ADNP gene suggest differing gender responses. While further study is needed, this study might stimulate the development of new and separate drug treatments for the different genders.

Kelowna lauds Seafair Midgets following B.C. hockey championship by Don Fennell Sports Editor There’s never a good way to lose, but the conclusion to the Seafair Islanders’season was particularly heartbreaking. A simple mistake in the defensive zone, with 28 seconds remaining in regulation, gave the Kelowna Junior Rockets a 3-2 victory in the deciding game of the BC Hockey Midget Tier 1 championship Thursday in Comox. Mistakes happen throughout the course of every game. But it was a cruel way for a final to end, said Seafair coach Steve Robinson. “There is no doubt there is a bitter taste in our mouths, but the season overall was a complete success and a very enjoyable

journey,” he said. Kelowna, which has now won three consecutive B.C. titles, applauded Seafair’s demeanour after the difficult loss. The team tweeeted out: “your boys are class acts! #be proud of them #champions.” Robinson believes that with time and more separation from the last game, both the players and the coaches will appreciate just how much of a successful and rewarding season they’ve just had. “Every player has told me they have never been on a team that experienced as much success on the ice,” Robinson said. “Many have referred to it as their best season ever of minor hockey, and I would like to think that is just as much the office elements as on. For me, that speaks to the culture

we have created around the team and in what we refer to as #islesnation.” Going forward, Robinson envisions the Islanders icing another competitive team again next season. He expects up to 10 players will return from the 201415 squad, with a strong group of players from the Midget A2 team moving up along with graduates

from the Bantam Division. “I am extremely proud of the program that we have built over my four years at Seafair, which has improved in numbers and results each year from the last. I hope to see that continue (though it will be a) challenge with the increased options at the midget level,” he said.

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Club Exhibit. A display of pottery in the glass display case on the second floor of the Cultural Centre. Richmond Cultural Centre Upper Rotunda, 7700 Minoru Gate.

Art Exhibition – Richmond Photo Club. A display by members of the Richmond Photo Club, April 1-30, Thompson Community Centre (5151 Granville Ave.). Info: www.capapac.org/ RichmondPC

Signs of a Time: paintings by Jeff Wilson. April 1 - 30. A selection of the Mid-

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Century neon paintings will be installed on the second-floor lobby of the Gateway Theatre in Richmond. The exhibit is primarily intended for viewing before and during shows, but is also open to the public Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. & 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd.

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Productions – delivering the best singing from Vancouver’s brightest stars. Tickets: Adults $45. Students $20. www.gateway theatre.com

Cathy Kluthe Art Exhibit. April 2 - 28, Richmond Cultural Centre Upper Rotunda A series of acrylic paintings on canvas that are inspired by Cathy’s family’s black & white vintage photo album; translated into a coloured graphic, realistic style. Cathy’s artwork will invoke people to reflect on their memories from times past and illustrate the importance of family and how it can shape families in the future. 7700 Minoru Gate.

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Cathy Kluthe’s art is on display at Richmond Cultural Centre.

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Richmond Writes Out Loud Open Mic events. Richmond Writes Out Loud! is a group for creative writers, from novice to experienced, with a focus on sharing creative works via the spoken word. Come with a friend and bring your creative work/s to get some feedback from our published authors. Everyone is welcome. April 15. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Richmond Public Library, Ironwood branch 11688 Steveston Hwy, Unit 8200. Info: richmondwritesoutloud@ gmail.com

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Concerts General Recital with Scholarship Presentation. The Richmond Branch of the BC Registered Music Teachers Association will hold recitals starting at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday April 12. A variety of audience pleasing selections will be heard. The Richmond Branch scholarships, Richmond Community Service scholarships and Winifred Proud scholarships will be presented. Tickets are $2/person or $5/family at the door.

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Clean energy cars now more affordable The long awaited rebate incenfleet purchases of clean energy tives designed to encourage vehicles. British Columbians to buy clean ◼ $500,000 for research, energy cars were announced this training, and public outreach week at the Vancouver Internaon clean energy transportation tional Auto Show. technology. Minister of Energy and Mines Bill Today, electric vehicles typically Bennett announced a scheme to The incentives cost about 25 per cent more than offer incentives of up to $5,000 are expected to non-electric vehicles, for the purchase or lease of a new but the incentives will battery electric or plug-in hybrid reduce greenhouse + narrow that price gap. electric vehicle, and up to $6,000 gas emissions by Electric vehicle owners for a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, the equivalent of typically save about 75 When combined with new SCRAPper cent on their fuel taking 1,400 cars IT program incentives revealed costs, which adds up to $1,600 here last week, the total savings off the road. per year. could be up to $8,250 for an An analysis will be conducted to Keith Morgan electric vehicle. identify gaps in the location of The incentives are expected charging infrastructure and determine the most to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by the effective way to deploy infrastructure funding. equivalent of taking 1,400 cars off the road and This will include looking at what locations are part of Phase 2 of the Clean Energy Vehicle (multi-unit residential buildings, downtown (CEV) program. The program will distribute parking areas, shopping centres etc.) would $10.6 million from the Province’s Innovative best support increased adoption of electric Clean Energy Fund over the next three years for vehicles. the following purposes: The first phase of the CEV program ran from ◼ $7.5 million for point-of-sale incentives for 2011 to 2014 and helped support the purchase electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. of 950 electric vehicles and the development ◼ $1.59 million for investments in charging of over 1,000 charging stations, and resulted infrastructure and hydrogen fuelling in 57,000 tonnes of direct emissions reductions infrastructure. – equivalent to taking approximately 1,000 ◼ $1 million for incentives for commercial vehicles off the road.

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The Ministry of Energy and Mines will administer and implement the CEV program through partnerships with the New Car Dealers Association of British Columbia, the Fraser Basin Council, and the Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association. Quote: Blair Qualey, president and CEO of the New Car Dealers Association of B.C. is delighted with the announcement. (9 “Our members are seeing increasing interest from consumers in purchasing electric vehicles and this program will provide many with the incentive they need to make a purchase.” Visitors to the Vancouver International Auto Show, which closes on Sunday, will have the opportunity to take a clean energy vehicle for a spin. Most manufacturers are also showing their clean energy vehicles inside the Vancouver Trade & Convention Centre West.

If you would like to plug in an all-electric Nissan LEAF at your home, this weekend is the last chance you will have to get one for nothing! British Columbia’s SCRAP-IT Program kindly supplied us with one of the eco-friendly sedans as a prize in our Plug-In to Win Contest, which closes at midnight on Sunday (see below for entry details). The winner will be announced online next week and Driveway will feature an interview with the lucky winner in an upcoming edition. SCRAP-IT announced its new incentive program here last week, which offers a $3,000 rebate for electric car purchasers if they scrap a 2000 or older vehicle. This is in addition to the newly announced provincial government program detailed in our main story today. The LEAF will be on display at the SCRAP-IT booth throughout this weekend at the Vancouver International Auto Show, in the Vancouver Convention Centre West. Qualifying electric vehicles for the organization’s incentive are listed on the SCRAP-IT.ca website. Take a look because some of them, plus vehicles qualifying under the additional government program will be at the show to view and some made available there for test drives outside.

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Golf Sportwagon scores a hole in one by Zack Spencer The latest seventh generation Volkswagen Golf has been a huge hit, winning the World Car of the Year award, along with the North American Car of the Year and several other titles. The effort and billions of dollars, VW invested in its small car platform, called MQB, is at the core of this success. This lighter, yet stronger platform is so flexible the Volkswagen Group has plans to use it for dozens of vehicles throughout the many brands it builds. The benefit to the consumer is a vehicle that is lighter, can use a smaller, more efficient engine and, with huge economies of scale, VW can lower the price. The Golf hatchback along with the sportier GTI is available in the market now and very soon the Sportwagon (station wagon), built on the same successful platform, will arrive. Looks One could be forgiven for not noticing the major changes in this 2015 model but that is the way VW likes to do things-- keep the exterior looking familiar, yet radically update the things that are less obvious. The one thing that should get any buyer’s attention is the new starting price of $22,495, which is roughly $1,100 less than the last model. In addition, the base model gets standard 15-inch alloy wheels, heated seats, Bluetooth and a backup camera for a total of $2,000 of additional value. The Sportwagon is sold as the base Trendline, the middle $24,695 Comfortline and the $30,495 Highline, with a $1,400 premium for an automatic transmission and $2,300 more for a TDI diesel engine. Inside This Sportwagon is a true sport utility vehicle. It has the lower, sportier stance of a car coupled

with a huge cargo area that would put most small crossovers to shame. The front seats are heated and the rear seats split and fold. The remainder of the cabin is the same as the regular Golf family, with front and rear passenger dimensions the same except for rear passenger headroom, which makes way for the beautiful panoramic sunroof. The dash has high quality switches and dials and even the base model is fitted with a 14.7cm (5.8-inch) radio screen that doubles as a backup camera. This screen size is a bit on the small side but VW will increase the size slightly when the 2016 model arrives this fall. Drive What can’t be seen but is instantly obvious when driving is the new 170hp 1.8L turbocharged base engine, that is so much more advanced and responsive, compared to the old, less efficient 5-cylinder in the previous model. This engine has superb mid-range torque and it runs on less expensive regular fuel. It’s efficient too, using 9.5L/100km in the city and 6.6L on the highway. The optional diesel, with 150hp, but more importantly, 236 lb.-ft. of torque is only marginally more efficient, rated at 7.7L city and 5.4L on the highway. Considering this engine is $2,300 more expensive, the new turbo gasoline engine will certainly be a sensible choice for drivers that don’t pile on the kms. The gasoline engine gets a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic; the diesel gets a 6-speed manual or the high-tech duel clutch automatic. It’s too bad both engines are not offered with the TDI’s transmissions. Great news for VW fans, waiting for all wheel drive (AWD), the 2017 model will arrive with AWD in the Sportwagon and that technology should spread to the rest of the Golf line.

The Volkswagen Golf Sportwagon is built on the same successful platform as the hatchback and GTI. Verdict Volkswagen held the launch event for this Sportwagon in Texas, hoping for beautiful sunny weather but we were treated to pouring rain. With the wipers plugging away and the radio on, this latest Golf feels all grown up, almost “Audi Light”. The smooth power, along with the good feedback to the driver, plus the well-insulated cabin reminds us why this car has won so many awards. The Sportwagon takes all the goodness of the hatchback and shares it in a slightly longer and more useful package. If you are in the market for a small sport utility, give this truly sporty utility a try. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Volvo C30: Still sharp looking after all these years by Bob McHugh The Volvo C30 is a compact two-door hatchback that seats four people in up-level comfort. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m always struck by how attractive and sharp looking it can still look, when I see one on the road, even though its design dates back to 2006 and Volvo last sold the C30 in Canada in 2013. That distinctive big-glass rear hatch is a tribute to the Volvo P1800, a classic 70s

era sports car. We join the C30 story in 2009 when a mild redesign brought new standard equipment and added a new R-Design package. Heated front seats, front fog lights and an upgraded 8-speaker audio system with steering wheel-mounted controls became standard features. A base C30 comes with a 2.4-litre, 5-cylinder engine that can produce 168-horsepower and 170 lb.-ft. of torque. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mated to either

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long and allow good access to the rear seats. However, they can also be awkward to open in a tight parking stall. The rear seatbacks split 50/50 and fold to create a flat expanded load floor with 57 litres of cargo room. Even with the seatbacks up thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still 37 litres of storage space. The SIPS (side-impact protection) and the WHIPS (whiplash neck injury protection) are just two of the many great safety features built into a C30. Optional advanced safety systems available included a camerabased Blind Spot Information System (BLIS). In 2010, Volvo revised C30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trim line up and it came in Base 2.4i, Premium, R-Design, T5 Premium and T5 R-Design trim levels. The 2.4i engine editions were discontinued in 2011. It also got a styling refresh that included new fenders, trapezoidal headlights, lower front valance, and

The Volvo C30 was well designed. honeycomb-pattern grille with larger badge. Some small changes followed in 2012 and no changes were made for its final (2013) year in Canada. Compact yet comfortable, the Volvo C30 has a bigger car feel and a sporty, fun-to-drive disposition, yet it excels in both ride comfort and safety appointments. bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca

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Easter String quartet to perform Good Friday concert A professional string quartet led by violinist Calvin Dyck will perform in concert April 3 at Broadmoor Baptist Church. Dyck will be joined by Sonja Hindmarsh, Beth Nickel and Lee Duckles in presenting Joseph Haydn’s work “The Seven Last Words of Christ,” which follows the seven last recorded quotations of Christ. The quartet will play a moving musical reflection after a short commentary on each quote. As is typical of a Tenebrae (Latin for darkness)—a Christian Good Friday

service—one candle will be snuffed at the end of each reading, and the house lights progressively dimmed until the congregation sits in darkness. Dyck holds a doctorate of musical arts in violin performance from University of Southern California. He is concertmaster for Vancouver Island Symphony in Nanaimo and serves as director of the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra. The Good Friday, April 3 concert begins at 7 p.m. at Broadmoor Baptist, 8140 Saunders Rd. Open seating; no admission fee but donations welcome.

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Paul V, the Christian Church officially adopted the Easter egg custom that the eggs symbolize the resurrection. Myth: An Easter egg roll is an American tradition. Fact: In Germany, England and other countries, children traditionally rolled eggs down hillsides at Easter. This practice may have initially symbolized the rolling away of the rock from Jesus Christ's tomb before his resurrection. When European immigrants arrived in North America, they brought these Easter egg traditions with them. Myth: A raw egg will stand on end during the spring equinox. Fact: It is believed that because the sun is equidistant from the south and north poles on the spring equinox, special gravitational forces apply on this day. These forces should make it possible to balance an egg on its end only on this day. However, eggs can be balanced at other times of the year. Perhaps instead of hiding eggs for Easter, families may choose to hold egg-balancing competitions.

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Devils hosting provincial female hockey championship by Don Fennell Sports Editor Tony Cheema wishes the script would have been a little different, but the Richmond Devils have realized their goal of qualifying for the provincial championship. Now, both the head coach and players on the local women's hockey team would love nothing more than if the final chapter was about their celebrating victory. "All we wanted to do (through the regular season) is—while trying different things—find our game," said Cheema, whose team is hosting the B.C. Senior A Female Hockey Championship through Sunday at the Richmond Ice Centre. The final is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Sunday. "Me and (assistant coach) Kinder (Olak) were never worried about not getting a playoff spot. We knew we had what it takes,” said Cheema. Despite some inconsistencies from game to game, Richmond settled into fourth spot with a 13-10-5 record, three points better than fifth-place Victoria Phantoms (13-13-2) and six back of third-place Meadow Ridge Moose (16-7-5). Kamloops Vibe (221-5) topped the South Coast league standings, with South Fraser TNT (214-3) netting second. Fraser Valley Jets (10-14-4), Simon Fraser University (716-5), BC Thunder (6-16-6) and Trinity

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Stars shine The stars came out to play Saturday at the Richmond Ice Centre. Attracting plenty of interest amidst a girls’ tournament being played at the same time, the South Coast Female Hockey League hosted its first annual all-star game, a spirited affair won 3-2 in overtime by Team Black over Team Blue. “I was very pleased with the calibre of play . This speaks to the skill level of the players,” said Dav Szeto, coach of South Fraser TNT who initiated and organized the game. “Players need a venue to gather and get to know each other outside of their own team and the all-star game is a starting platform.”

Western Titans (0-27-1) rounded out the standings. Cheema, however, doesn't see how the teams finished in the standings as being that important. He said all the teams have strengths and weaknesses and that there is more parity than the points totals might suggest. "I believe any team can take it," he said. "It is March madness." Natalie Korenic, an anchor on the Richmond blueline since the team's formation in 2010, says it's been an unpredictable season and as a result "I really don't know what to expect." She said though Kamloops topped the South Coast league standings, all the teams with the exception of Victoria (which didn't face Kamloops for logistical reasons) earned at least a point against the Vibe. Similarly, Richmond neither swept or was swept by an opponent. "Anything could happen this weekend and that's what is going to make it a great tournament," said Korenic. Kamloops downed South Fraser 3-1 in the 2014 final, also played at the Richmond Ice Centre. Richmond took third at 2-1-1, followed by SFU at 1-3 and Dawson Creek Elite Stars at 0-4. This year’s tournament is divided into two pools. Pool A features Fraser Valley, Kamloops and Richmond with Pool B consisting of Meadow Ridge, South Fraser and Victoria.

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Friday, March 27, 2015 Great shopping, farmers’ market, fabulous wineries, beautiful parklands and a thriving arts community, Murrayville has it all. Life is easy and fun when everything you need and like to do is close to home.

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ith a strong sense of community and a vibrant urban core, Murrayville House in Langley is a wonderful place to call home. The boutique-style property offers a collection of 92 residences and features one- and two-bedroom homes, many with dens, ranging from 675 to 1,300 square feet. The four-storey condominium building offers exceptional contemporary living with country flair, in an established and popular community. The builder – Newmark Group, headed by Mark Chandler – has paid attention to quality, style and detail in every one of the single level suites. They have many attractive features, from the oversized private balconies and patios to the gorgeous, quality flooring throughout the entry, kitchen, dining and living areas. The gourmet kitchens will showcase sleek stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, and porcelain backsplash tile. “Buyers of homes at Murrayville have the best of both worlds – urban sophistication blended with rural, idyllic countryside,” says Murrayville House sales director, Vince Pontaletta. Located in a historic neighbourhood, Murrayville House is close to great amenities, boasts mountain views, and there are five nearby golf courses and spectacular parklands. Properties in Langley also offer much lower housing costs – 57 per cent less, on average, than in Vancouver. “If in real estate, the first rule is location, location, location – Murrayville House offers that and more,” says Pontaletta. “People love the area and they love the look of the design of the homes.” He adds: “People are being very proactive about this property – it blends three key elements that are really speaking to potential buyers – an amazing neighbourhood,

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a respected and experienced builder, and their dedication to quality and style. This is a great place to call home.” And that’s exactly what Murrayville is: a “home” – not a condo. It is a home that speaks to the heart of what it means to be surrounded by comfort, style and elegance in a sophisticated urban setting, surrounded by country charm. Prices for the nicely appointed new residences, with timeless beauty and lush greenery right outside your doorstep, start in the low $200,000 range – a great value for a home in the Lower Mainland. The Murrayville House Sales Centre is located at 220-230 22196 50th Avenue in Langley. Murrayville House is currently being built and the Sales Centre is expected to open on March 28 and will be available for viewings daily from noon to 5 p.m., except Fridays. For more information, e-mail: info@murrayvillehouse.com or visit: www.murrayvillehouse.com.

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For Robinson personally, he is taking a week or two to decompress and reflect on the season before getting started with his spring program. The Warriors Hockey Club features a Midget and Junior development group comprised of players from the 1996 through 2000 birth years. The Warriors are defending champions at the Mainland, Challenge Cup and Whistler tournaments “so we have some work to do in order to defend those crowns.”

•Seafair parents were overwhelmed by the hospitality displayed by the Holiday Inn in Courtenay during the tournament. One parent asked if the team could put up a banner in the lobby, and then half-jokingly, added “And can we call it Seafair House?” “Right away, they put the banner over the fireplace,” said Will Kump.] That would have been enough. But it wasn’t. The hotel’s two assistant managers attended all seven of the Islanders’ three-hour

games and cheered the boys on. Andthat’s still not where the hospitality ended. Following Seafair’s first win, the managers hurried back to the hotel to join all the staff in the front entrance to form two lines, where upon they cheered the boys upon their arrival. They even went as far as presenting a gift to a player upon learning of his birthday. “It was a mind-boggling experience. No one had ever seen anything like that,” said Kump.

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It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Toru Kato of Richmond, BC on March 22, 2015; eight days short of his 91st birthday. He died at Richmond General Hospital with his family at his side. Toru was born in Japan on March 30, 1924. Looking out for the best opportunities for his young family and nudged perhaps by a sense of wanderlust, Toru, with family in tow, came to Canada in 1965 after a “five-year layover” in Brazil. Settling first in Edmonton, the family moved onto Fort Nelson and finally settled in Richmond. A life-long builder of model ships and airplanes, he enjoyed flying and sailing his models at Garry Point Park in Richmond. He also enjoyed displaying his fleet of model fishing boats at the Steveston Salmon Festival on Canada Day and at the Britannia Shipyards Historic Site. The family are deeply grateful to the staff at the BC Cancer Agency, Richmond General Hospital and Dr. C. Ling for the care provided. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Richmond Firefighters Society, 121011980 Hammersmith Way, Richmond, BC V7A 0A4 or to the BC Cancer Foundation, www.bccancerfoundation.com A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 28, 2015 at ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER PARISH, 4451 Williams Road, Richmond, BC, with Father David Poirier, celebrant, followed by a reception. Send condolences at: www.mbfunerals.com

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Rapidly Growing Business Opportunity Global Expansion into ASIA SOON! • 1st year sales ONE HUNDRED MILLION dollars, exceeded both Apple and Google's first year sales. • Projected Antiaging Industry sales estimated by 2025 to be over ONE TRILLION DOLLARS. • Join us to learn about Nerium and our dynamic, fast-growing team.

Location: NERIUM CENTER 130 - 11120 Horseshoe Way, Richmond, BC

Friday, March 27 or Tuesday, March 31 @ 7:00 PM For more info call Independent Brand Partners: Sharan – 778-686-3333 www.antiagingcreams.nerium.com Colleen – 778-686-3333 www.antiagingcream.nerium.com Angela – 778-871-2829 www.angelamaman.nerium.com

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HELP WANTED

GARDENER

Reliable and experienced, permanent part time individual with positive attitude, for maint. lawns, shrub areas, trees and flowers for a business park in Richmond. Proven track record, pleasant personality, experience in lawns, pruning, fertilizing and ability to work with minimum supervision is required.

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

Compensation Depending On Experience!

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily

If qualiﬁed, please email: jobrmd2015@gmail.com

F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

Kids and Adults Needed

Papers are delivered to your door. No need to insert flyers either! Deliver 2x week, Wednesdays and Fridays, right in your neighbourhood. Call our circulation department for information.

CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD

Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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HOME SERVICE GUIDE PLUMBING & HEATING

HOME

Heating System Service Special

Only $89 including free hot water tank service! Licensed, Insured & Bonded Local Plumbers www.1stcallplumbing.ca

IMPROVEMENTS

• Hedge Trimming / Pruning

• Aeration / Power Raking

• Pressure Washing

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136A JANITORIAL SERVICES Janitorial Supervisor Standard Building Maintenance, 11540 King Rd, Richmond, BC is hiring a permanent F/T Supervisor Duties: Schedule / supervise light duty cleaners/janitors Richmond/ Vancouver, cleaning inspections, maintain standards, provide staff feedback. Arrange additional services for building managers. Hire & train new staff. Perform light cleaning if required. $18.50/hr. Eves, nights & wknd shifts. Min. 1 year janitorial experience, secondary school & valid driver’s lic req Email resume: bachra@shaw.ca

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic (Surrey Terminal)

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

Advertise across B.C. HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Small Indoor Reno’s, Repairs, Painting & Trash Hauling. Call Dan 604-761-9717

VECTOR RENO’S Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions Call 604-690-3327

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Accounting & Tax Services Personal and Corporate Taxes Accounting and Management Consulting 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

Insured / WCB

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Richmond Custom Drapery Mfg is having a

HUGE 1 DAY SALE

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

of designer fabric roll ends. * incredible prices *

Sat Mar 28th, 10am - 2pm. Door #14 13331 Vulcan Way

2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.

BESTWAY PAINTING

REAL ESTATE 625

Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)

Benjamin Moore Accredited

Spring Special

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DBathrooms DKitchens DCountertop Replacement DEntrance Doors DFrench Doors DSiding DSundecks DLaminate Floors DEnclosures DCeramic Tile DCustom Mouldings DReplacement Windows DInterior Painting

WE GUARANTEE

PLUMBING

MIN. EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM Reasonable Rates 604-270-6338

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005

All Garage Door Needs & Repairs For Prompt Response Call: (604)908-0367 www.cobradoors.ca

Rona Building Centre 7111 Elmbridge Way Richmond, BC

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MOVING & STORAGE

MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca (778)378-6683

MIRACLE MOVING Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca

604 - 720 - 2009

Call Ian 604-724-6373 Power Washing, Gutters, Windows, Maintenance, Res/Comm. Lic/Ins’d. Free Est. Call Dean 604-839-8856

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FIVE STAR ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. 778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505

ARBUTUS ROOFING & DRAINS (2006) Ltd

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

AFFORDABLE MOVING

Residential / Strata

www.affordablemoversbc.com

• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

bythebay.com

SAND & GRAVEL SALES All types of sand & gravel 604-560-9255

PETS 477

www.arbutusroofing.com

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

A+ Lawn & Garden - Residential & Commercial services. 604.908.3596

#1 AAA Rubbish Removal

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

25 Years Serving Rmd. Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service

(1) 519-966-1500 Ext: 200

JAPANESE PRO GARDENER Lawns, Power Raking, Hedges & Trees. Free Estimates 604-839-8856

Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

(1) 519-966-1566

PARM LANDSCAPING LTD. Complete Lawn Maint. Pwr Raking, Cedar Fence Intall. 604-271-5319

ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

FREE ESTIMATES

Joe 604-250-5481

LOTS

TRANSPORTATION 845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $625. 1-604-794-5844 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com PITTBULL pups, born Feb 24th. Blue/blue brindle. Gotti/razors edge. $1000-$1500. 604-765-0453

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GARAGE SALES

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140

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SURREY: Lot for sale by owner. 9100 sf lot. 70 x 130. Ready to build new home. 12344 - 96 Ave. Surrey. Asking $390,000obo. 778-881-4717

PETS

604 - 259 - 2482

$45/Hr

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

604 - 861 - 6060 We do tile roofs, gutters, windows, siding drvwy. WCB insured. Our #1 goal is to satisfy our customers.

We specialize in: F Shingle Roofing F Flat Roofing F Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs

From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

NANAIMO - Ocean & City Views. Close to University. Owner can carry mortgage with reasonable payment. Ph: 1-(250)753-0160

PRESSURE WASHING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

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BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

604-244-9153

GARDENING

NANAIMO - Ocean & City Views. Close to University. Owner can carry mortgage with reasonable payment. Ph: 1-(250)753-0160

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

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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

$150 OFF Interior Painting $250 OFF Exterior Painting

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

Brad 778-552-3900

GARAGE SALES

Running this ad for 10yrs

CALL FOR A FREE IN HOME ESTIMATE

•Lawn Cuts/Trim •Aerating •Leaf Cleanup •Power Rake •Hedge & Shrub Trimming •Pruning Trees •23 yrs. exp. •Insured •Free Estimates

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

778-881-6737

ELECTRICAL

15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau

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www.paintspecial.com

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

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and I’m a Nice Guy!

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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no-hassle Service Backed by Professional Installation and our no-nonsense Home Improvement Warranty

www.premieraviationwindsor.ca

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Plumbing • Electrical • Woodwork • Drywall • Bathrooms • Painting • Handyman • Textured Ceilings • FREE Quotes Door Repairs: Patio • Pocket • Bi-folds • Shower

for all early bookings. Drywall Repairs. WorkSafe. Fully Insured. 15 Yrs exp. Free Estimates, Call John,

ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

hr@premieraviationwindsor.ca

Fax:

M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS Mike Favel • 604-341-2681

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Telephone:

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

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Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

Premier is currently serving all of Canada’s largest airlines and SEARCHING FOR QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS (M2, S & E) to become an integral part of our maintenance team. Premier`s operations focuses on a range of today`s most modern and sophisticated aircrafts, including the B737NG, in a newly built 143,000 Sq.Ft. facility. Premier remains a step ahead and is committed to continuous learning, with over 20,000 manhours invested in training in the past year. Premier also has two other facilities, a full-service heavy maintenance facility in Rome, New York and a newly expanded facility in Trois- Rivières, Quebec. We Offer: • COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION (SALARY UPTO $36) TO QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS (M2, S & E); • A benefit plan that includes: Short & Long term disability, life insurance, paid sick time, AD&D benefits, paid vacation and RRSP; • We believe in strong training, mentoring and ongoing support mechanisms; • We also offer endorsement courses to eligible candidates; • Excellent Opportunities for career development; • Friendly and exciting working environment. The newly built 143,000 Sq. Ft facility is capable of handling all type of aircrafts including all B737 series. The facility is located in Windsor, Ontario. The following positions are to be filled immediately: Please send your resume at:

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

www.bcclassiﬁed.com

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.

PREMIER AVIATION IS ONE OF CANADA’S LARGEST AND FASTEST GROWING MRO’S.

RENOVATIONS

FREE EST. Darrin 604-789-2206

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

Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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All Work Guaranteed Call Gary 604-618-8245

• HEDGE & TREE PRUNING • HOUSE PAINTING • PRESSURE WASHING

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.

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

Specializing in All Kinds of New Roofs, Re Roofs and Repairs. Free Estimates. Reasonable Rates. WCB. Fully Insured. Ex Ref.

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE GRASS CUTTING $20+

PERSONAL SERVICES

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

THE LEMARE Group is accepting applications for experienced gradermen. Candidates will have a minimum of 5 years coastal logging road experience as well as public road works. Resumes to be submitted with covering letter via email at office@lemare.ca or via fax: 250956-4888. We thank all candidates in advance for their interest, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Call George 778 886 3186

LANDSCAPING

• Edging

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

ROOFING Alpine Roofing

Plumbing * Heating * Electrical * Carpentry * Painting * Tiling All Types of Home Renovations, Maintenance or General Repairs around the house Guaranteed, with Free Estimate www.westwindhome.ca Fully Licensed, Insured, WCB

LAWN SERVICE • Residential / Commercial • Complete Fertilizing Programs • Rotary / Reel Cutting • Trimming

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PLUMBING/HOME IMPROVEMENTS

• Plumbing Service & Repairs • Boilers & Furnaces • Gas Work

604-868-7062

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Antiques & Vintage items for collectible prices.

Sat. Mar. 28th, 8-2 p.m. 8100 Lurgan Rd. in carport China, glassware, wash basin sets, furniture, silverware items, records. etc.

#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

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Visit our website to check out and register for hundreds of parks, recreation and cultural programs.

This year’s street banner photos were unveiled at city hall on Monday. The artists unveiled their work with Mayor Malcolm Brodie and other members of council.

Kudos is a weekly feature showcasing announcements, achievements and good deeds happening around town. E-mail submissions to news@richmond review.com

“Karate in the Park” by Clayton Perry.

“Cranberry Fields” by photographer Vladimir Cheinman.

“A Day at Britannia” by photographer Bob Baziuk.

“Returning Home” by artist Community Gardens by phoBeth Belcourt. tographer Ellane Reyes.

Mayor Malcolm Brodie with “Nestled In” by photographer Ron Coutts.

“Larry Berg Park Candid” and “Buddha Statue” by photographer Harris Hui.

“The Belties” by photographer Sam Chua.

“Relentless” by artist Liliana Chamberlain.

“Fraser River Tugboat” by photographer Max Lindenthaler.

Solution for Denture Sufferers Dental implants give you teeth with secure and solid foundation, so you can chew the foods you like and improve your nutrition. Implants also help preserve the bone of the jaw and help keep you looking younger. Dental implants can now be placed with virtually no discomfort. This procedure is performed in a routine dental setting on an outpatient basis and requires no hospitalization. The patient is able to go home the same day. “With new techniques, my patients are able to continue wearing their existing teeth during the entire healing period and never have to go a single day without teeth,” says Dr. Nelson. Not only do dental implants benefit the person who is missing all their teeth and has loose dentures, they also help individuals missing a single tooth, or just a few of their teeth, by offering a more permanent replacement.

For a complimentary consult and to have your questions answered call 604-232-3900.

Bravo Entertainment Production House generously donated $10,000 raised from their inaugural event “Cousin in Concert 2015” to Richmond Hospital Foundation to help purchase state-of-the-art medical equipment for ear surgeries at Richmond Hospital. The March 1 event featured performances by Hong Kong artists Chi Kwong Tseung, Lai Ha Li and Kwong Leung Wong. Left to right: Paul Oei, Loretta Lai, Kathy Ho and Elaine Chau (Bravo Entertainment Production House), Nelson Kwan (treasurer and chair, finance, investment and audit committee, board of directors, Richmond Hospital Foundation), and Carleen Pauliuk, (director, donor relations and events, Richmond Hospital Foundation).

MARCH

NICKY CHOW Nicky Chow was Richmond’s most decorated athlete at the recent Special Olympics BC Provincial Games in Kamloops. Chow, a speed skater, captured four medals— bronze in the 500- and 777-metre races—and gold in the 333-metre event. The Richmond Review is proud to recognize Chow as the Athlete of the Month for March

“I had been missing my four front teeth for over 40 years. My denture was very uncomfortable and I was constantly getting my tongue caught on it. I was having to take it out three times a day to clean. Now, my life is easier! No more taking my teeth in and out to clean. I feel more confident and happier. No more problems. My teeth look excellent! Even my medical doctor said I had very strong teeth and was surprised they were implants. I am definitely enjoying eating again and cleaning my teeth is a breeze. Don’t hesitate to have implants done. It was very well worth it! It made a lot of difference in my lifestyle and I am enjoying having food again. – J. Jepsen

Dr. Greg Nelson Dr Implant, Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry For a COMPLIMENTARY CONSULT call 604-232-3900 or visit drgregnelson.ca or bcimplants.com

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