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Name game for new Labour Day festival at Minoru Park continues by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Cultural community groups will now get their say on the name of a future multicultural festival in Minoru Park. In March city council approved $170,000 in funding for a new Labour Day weekend festival tentatively titled the Richmond World Block Party. But not everyone on council was sold on the name. To the drawing board city staff went, drafting a list of alternative names, and Katie Lawrence photo recommending “Lulubaloo – Richmond Friends Nicholas Sahl and Liam Robillard took a turn on Tornado. West Coast Amusements is back in Richmond with its annual Spring Break fair at World Festival” for the day-long party. Lansdowne Centre. For more photos, see page 23. But that name also proved divisive. Last week a council committee defeated the idea on a tie vote, with Mayor Malcolm Brodie and Couns. Carol Day and Bill McNulty opposed. The name game is now back in the hands of city staff for review. Councilcillor who hopes to close a loop- no longer permit three-storey while staying within the maxilors have tasked staff with consulting hole that has allowed houses to houses in zones that only allow mum height of nine metres (29.5 cultural community groups for input. be built a half-storey higher than for two-and-a-half storeys. feet). The festival, scheduled for Saturday, Flat roofs will now only be perthe city intended. Homebuilders have been using Sept. 5, will have a multicultural focus. “Somebody pretty smart has existing regulations to the full- mitted if the roof area doesn’t Planned are entertainment acts, a few gone out to reinterpret our by- est, including maximizing floor contain a habitable half-storey. dozen food trucks, a chef showcase and laws,” said Coun. Harold Steves. area and adding an allowable The same applies to gambrel dea sports zone featuring the world’s less“Hopefully we’re closing the half-storey on top of the bottom signs common to barns. er-known athletic pursuits. door on the three-storey hous- two floors. The city had intended Other changes include addiby Matthew Hoekstra 200+ City planners, who aim to court spones.” this half storey to be concealed tional setbacks for half-storey VEHICLES, MANYsors to boost the budget by another Staff Reporter City council voted unani- inside a pitched roof—but more areas and prohibiting decks on UNRESERVED! $75,000, estimate the festival could They’re not only big, they’re mously last week to tighten builders are using a flat roof to the upper half-storey. draw over 40,000 people. ugly, according to one city coun- Richmond’s zoning bylaw and effectively create a third floor See Page 3

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Students get language lesson from foreign diplomat

Matthew Hoekstra photo Nicolas Chapuis, the Ambassador of France to Canada, speaks to students at Henry Anderson Elementary School Monday.

France’s ambassador to Canada visits students at Henry Anderson Elementary

by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Shifting fluidly between three languages, Nicolas Chapuis addressed the students of Henry Anderson Elementary who crowded into the school gym Monday morning. “I have one thing to say to you and to your teachers: thank you for becoming the future generation of French-English speaking Canadians.” Chapuis, the newly-appointed

Ambassador of France to Canada, met with students and staff at the City Centre French immersion school on a visit co-organized by Canadian Parents for French. Of Anderson’s 542 students, 185 are in French immersion. Another 305 are English language learners— many of whom were awed when Chapuis delivered part of his brief address in Mandarin. School staff called the morning a great opportunity to celebrate language. Principal Pamela Essex told students they have things in common with the ambassador. For many of them, that includes the ability to speak more than one language. She added: “One or two of you might become a foreign ambassador one day.” After addressing the school,

Matthew Hoekstra photo ‘To be bilingual is to be Canadian,’ said Nicolas Chapuis, the Ambassador of France to Canada.

Chapuis walked into a French immersion classroom. Of all the places you’ve visited, a student asked in French, what’s your favourite? “Canada,” smiled Chapuis. He went on to tell the students, in French, he sees the world without borders—as a place where language knows no boundaries. Chapuis later said it’s his wish to create more opportunities for children to learn another language.

“To be bilingual is to be Canadian,” he said. “Too often bilingual capacities are being understood as separation of communities—a community that speaks French, a community that speaks English. But this school, like many other schools, is not that.” Appointed to his Ottawa post in February, Chapuis said one of his goals is to support teachers and administrators in expanding language learning opportunities despite

budget constraints. “We are trying to devise ways and means to make the schools in the position to deliver the services that parents are expecting of the schools. If I can accomplish that I will be a very happy ambassador.” Chapuis was also in Richmond Sunday at Vancouver International Airport to mark the start of Air France’s regular non-stop air service between Paris and Vancouver.

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From Page 1 Steves said council once rejected the idea of apartment buildings along the waterfront north of Steveston Highway. Instead, builders have been erecting houses with a similar massing. The veteran councillor said he hopes the changes to the zoning bylaw will lead to better house designs. “These flat roofed houses are basically not only big but they’re ugly,” he said. “The bylaw [changes are] making it very clear that we do not accept three storeys in a two-and-a-half storey zone.” Coun. Linda McPhail, chair of council’s planning committee, said it’s how these new houses fit into established neighbourhoods that concerns residents. “We heard from residents that these homes appear dominant, and in some cases people

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City council is backing a bylaw change to halt construction of houses with a three-storey appearance in areas controlled by the city’s zoning bylaw.

feared their privacy is being infringed upon due to placement of balconies and the like. Hopefully the changes before

us is a move in the right direction.” The proposed changes will go to a public hearing April 20.

Properties governed by land use contracts that allow three-storey houses is still under city review.

Locals can now show their support for Chimo Community Services and the Nova House shelter for women escaping domestic violence, and become eligible to win a prize package too. New this year to the annual Ethel Tibbits Women of Distinction Awards is the EXTRA! EXTRA! Prize Raffle, which features a dozen themed grand prizes (from fashion to food to entertainment and a mystery prize) that range in value from $700 up to $2,300. Five-ticket packs are available for $25. A limited number of tickets are for sale, with advance tickets sold until midnight Tuesday, April 28, or when the 4,000 tickets (sold in 800 five-ticket booklets) are sold out. If tickets remain after April 28, they will be offered for sale at the May 4 awards luncheon at the Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport. Winners need not be present at the luncheon. Winners’ names will be published in the May 8 edition of The Richmond Review. The Ethels has raised more than $300,000 for local women’s charities, and is named after the pioneering editor of the Review, Ethel Tibbits, who earned a reputation as a fearless community activist. For more information about the raffle, or to purchase tickets, visit tinyurl.com/ExtraExtra2015.

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“Natural gas prices are lower coming out of this past winter due to reduced overall demand for natural gas to heat homes and generate power,” she said. “At the same time, supplies of natural gas have increased...” Overall, natural gas bills won’t drop as sharply because customers are also charged other fees, including a rate to deliver the gas, that together add up to more than the commodity rate charged for the gas itself. —Jeff Nagel

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“The ALR is here and here to stay,” ALC chair Richard Bullock told the rare joint meeting with Metro directors. “If we’re going to keep it active and productive, we’ve got to make sure agriculture is the first priority and agriculture is what happens on those lands, not other things like truck parking.” Bullock sought to rally Metro directors to the ALR preservation cause and turn the page on the province’s controversial decision to divide the land reserve into two zones, with looser rules outside the Lower Mainland. “We’re still standing folks, we need you to stand with us,” he said. Roughly half of ALR land in Metro Vancouver is farmed, another quarter isn’t farmed but could be, and the other quarter is tied up in other uses from parks and roads to industry and golf cours-

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es. Farmland owners are paid handsomely to accept fill and much of the dumping is unapproved, but Bullock said the ALC alone has too few compliance and enforcement staff to stop the rampant violations. Port Coquitlam Coun. Darrell Penner said municipal bylaw staff are too busy to take on farmland. “We have homeless people, we’ve got some pretty big issues that

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Two ‘violent and dangerous prolific offenders’ charged in murder Pair from Edmonton charged in murder of Theoren Poitras by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Two violent and dangerous prolific offenders have been arrested in connection with a number of murders, including one in Richmond last October on Kilby Drive. A multi-jurisdictional investigation that included the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit, Edmonton Police Service and IHIT, resulted in the arrests of Peter Blake Edmonds, 24, from Edmonton, and Sean Jacob Lee, 27, also from Edmonton. According to police, there were a number of murders, attempted murders, violent home invasions involving torture and mutilation of victims, that were committed in Edmonton as well as several Lower Mainland municipalities last year. According to investigators, those violent offences were being committed by individuals from Edmonton who were brought to B.C. for this purpose. The crime spree also

included robberies, kidnappings, extortions and drug trafficking. Last fall, the three police organizations collaborated on the investigation after the murder of Richmond’s Theoren Gregory Poitras, 25. “The violent and transient nature of this crime group posed great challenges to conventional investigative strategies and heightened the risk to public safety, and therefore a joint forces initiative was established, called Project E-Prevision,” police said in the press release. The Richmond victim was found around 12:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014 between a line of trees and the backyard fences to homes on Regina Avenue. A few seconds after hearing the gunfire, one witness said he peeked outside and saw a white truck or SUV speed off from a parking spot in front of a home at the corner of Regina Avenue and Kilby Drive, heading south. “It was pretty scary,” he said. “Nothing like this has happened before.” Other crimes attributed to the group include a Surrey home invasion on Sept. 23, where the suspects wore masks when they entered a basement suite and duct taped the victim. When neighbours heard the commotion and two males investigated, an

“It was pretty scary. Nothing like this has happened before.” — Witness altercation ensued and one of the men was shot in the jaw after three shots were fired. Edmonds was charged with one count of using a firearm while committing an indictable offence. Edmonds was also charged with getting rid of evidence after the murder of Poitras, and he’s been charged with being an accessory after the fact. Jennings has been charged with one count of first degree murder in the death of Poitras. “This most recent collaborative effort demonstrates the value and impact that can be made when we all work together to stop gang violence,” said Combined Forces Chief Supt. Kevin Hackett. Added IHIT Supt. Dwayne McDonald: “The investigation into the murder of Poitras was an integrated effort involving a number of agencies. Our investigators were able to make a connection between the murder of Poitras and the alleged suspects, in part, because of the partnerships we shared with other agencies...”

Theoren Gregory Poitras, 25, was murdered in October 2014.

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Pick-up crushes four cars, damages two businesses Driver error suspected in crash that left one person injured by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Driver error is being blamed for a Friday afternoon crash at Sands Plaza strip mall, at No. 5 Road and Steveston Highway, that involved five

vehicles and two businesses. Around 2:45 p.m., the driver of a white pick-up truck lost control of the vehicle and smashed into four parked vehicles, also causing damage to two businesses, including Pho Ten Vietnamese Cuisine. Richmond RCMP Acting Cpl. Dennis Hwang said alcohol, drugs and speed were not factors in the crash, with investigators instead blaming driver error. One person suffered minor injuries in the crash.

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Richmond councillors and members of the B.C. Wakayama Kenjin Kai group at Kuno Garden last week.

City marks legacy of Japanese immigrants March 27 was proclaimed as B.C. Wakayama Kenjin Kai Day in Richmond

by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Elected officials and Japanese immigrants marked a milestone in Steveston last Friday. Standing among blooming Akebono cherry trees in Kuno Garden at Garry

Point Park, city councillors met with members of B.C. Wakayama Kenjin Kai to mark the group’s 50th anniversary. As acting mayor, Coun. Carol Day read a proclamation that recognized March 27 as B.C. Wakayama Kenjin Kai Day in Richmond.

The B.C. Wakayama Kenjin Kai, formed in 1965, works to honour the legacy and heritage of Japanese families that immigrated to Steveston from Wakayama Prefecture in Japan. A key part of the group’s history is its donation of the Kuno Garden and 255 cherry

trees that commemorate the arrival of the first immigrant from Wakayama in 1888. According to the City of Richmond, the Kuno Garden—donated to the city in 1989—takes its name from Gihei Kuno. Once Kuno left a small fishing village in Wakayama for Steveston,

Richmond became home to a steady stream of immigrants from the area, solidifying the relationship between Richmond and Wakayama. In 1973 Richmond and Wakayama City entered into a sister city relationship that still exists today.

International Summer Night Market set to return by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Things are looking promising for a return of the International Summer Night Market. Paul Cheung, chief executive officer of the market, said he’s made an application to the City of Richmond for a three-year extension to his temporary use permit. That will go forward to public hearing on April 20, but based on the unanimous support from the city’s planning committee, he doesn’t foresee any hurdles. If all goes as planned, the eighth annual market will open on May 8 at its current location behind the Home Depot at 12631 Vulcan Way. Planning for this year’s market continues, Cheung said, with this year’s market being focused more on families with young children, with an expanded play zone, a bouncy castle and more games for the younger kids. Admission to this year’s market will be free, though there will be a fee for parking, Cheung said. This year’s market will feature 152 total booths, including 61 food booths, and an expanded carnival games area. On the charitable front, a motorcycle charity ride is being organized for July 4, with as many as 300 bikers set to ride from the Trev Deeley Motorcycles in Vancouver to the Summer Night Market. Proceeds from the ride will benefit Chimo Community Services. For more information about the market, call 604278-8000, visit www.summernightmarket.com, or e-mail info@summernightmarket.com.

The International Summer Night Market looks set to return on May 8 to Vulcan Way.

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The report, Downsizing the Canadian Dream: Homeownership Realities for Millennials and Beyond, says if there is no significant downturn in the Lower Mainland housing market, Langley will be the only community on Metro Vancouver which will be affordable for most home buyers 15 years from now. The report states that the average price for housing in Vancouver at that time will reach $2.1 million. This is completely unaffordable for most people. Prices in surrounding communities will also rise accordingly, and even today, Vancity says housing remains affordable in only five communitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Langley City, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam and New Westminster. Do we want this area to be a place where people can only afford to rent? Given that rents are rising as well, even that may not be an option for some people. There is no question that housing prices have continued to rise due to steady demand. The demand has continued in large part due to record-low interest rates. While it is likely they will stay low

A new report suggests the average price for housing in Vancouver will be $2.1 million in 15 years.

for at least as long as the Canadian economy faces challenges, sooner or later they will rise. Housing prices in Vancouver, the North Shore and Richmond have also been heavily influenced by foreign buyers, who pay high prices in desirable areas, often for homes they will never live in. While there is nothing wrong with foreign investment, the con-

tinued blind eye to this activity by all levels of government is very disturbing. At the very least, non-resident buyers should be paying much higher property purchase tax rates, and should also pay higher property taxesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;as is the case in some American jurisdictions. This would give the provincial and municipal governments more

revenue and perhaps serve as a slight deterrent. Ads from the â&#x20AC;&#x153;yesâ&#x20AC;? side in the transit plebiscite say one million more people are coming here. Where will they live, and how will they afford it? Keeping housing affordable should be a major goal of all levels of government. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;The Langley Times

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hy did the B.C. government suddenly slam the door on their old friend George Abbott, after spending months recruiting him to head up the B.C. Treaty Commission? The instant media narrative, embraced by a shocked Abbott and then by NDP leader John Horgan, was that this was

payback for grievances nursed by Premier Christy Clark from the 2011 B.C. Liberal leadership contest. Done on a whim, Horgan said after a week grilling Clark and Aboriginal Relations Minister John Rustad. Clark is suddenly a sore winner, lashing out, wrecking two decades of careful and costly treatymaking. Like many instant media narratives, this one makes no sense and is almost certainly wrong. If Clark was resentful about the roasting she received from leadership rivals Abbott and Kevin Falcon, she had an odd way of showing it. She appointed Falcon as finance minister to drive a stake into the harmonized sales tax, and Abbott as education minister to fashion a pre-election truce with the ever-hostile teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; union. Both completed their unlikely tasks and retired as heroes of the party in 2013. Outgoing chief treaty

commissioner Sophie Pierre was as dismayed as anyone at the news of Abbottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s demise. While the two were in transition meetings, Pierre learned that she was not being replaced, leaving the federal-provincial-First Nations Summit partnership of 22 years in a shambles. Clark went further when questioned by reporters about the sudden reversal. The future of aboriginal relations in B.C. may or may not include the B.C. Treaty Commission. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There have been some results, but four treaties in 22 years for $600 million is not enough result,â&#x20AC;? Clark said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have to be able to move faster, and we have to find a way to include more First Nations in the process.â&#x20AC;? That $600 million is mostly loans, from the federal government to First Nations to finance treaty talks. Of every $100 spent trying to honour the century-old duty to sign treaties across B.C., $80 is

a loan from Ottawa, $12 is a grant from Ottawa and $8 is a grant from B.C. The plan was for First Nations to repay their loans out of cash settlements made to them for 100-odd years of uncompensated resource extraction, which is now accepted as being contrary to British and Canadian law. It was the blunt-spoken Pierre who first acknowledged this hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worked. Some of the 50 First Nations stuck at the treaty table have borrowed too much to go on, she said last year, calling for an â&#x20AC;&#x153;exit strategyâ&#x20AC;? that forgives debt. The probability of the B.C. government making this decision without talking to the federal paymaster is exactly zero. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m told the provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clumsy timing had something to do with Ottawaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s late demands. I asked Clark if her plan to settle land claims faster was anything like the 2009 attempt by Gordon

Campbellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deputy minister Jessica McDonald to negotiate a province-wide deal declaring aboriginal title. Clark sidestepped the question, saying only that the 150 B.C. First Nations not at the treaty table need a say and a solution too. (McDonald now faces a similar legal gridlock as the Clark-appointed CEO of BC Hydro, trying to build the Site C dam.) Pierre, a veteran administrator from the Ktunaxa Tribal Council in the Kootenays, made a prophetic statement when her term as chief commissioner was extended three years ago. She said if Ottawa isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t prepared to give federal negotiators a realistic mandate on compensation and sharing of salmon rights, they should â&#x20AC;&#x153;shut â&#x20AC;&#x2122;er down.â&#x20AC;? Her advice may have been heard after all. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@ blackpress.ca

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Do you overuse your computer? Editor: Re: “Libraries are not just for books anymore,” Letters, March 25. Unlike the letter writer C. Cardinell, I have been a long time Richmond Public Library user. Over that long time span I have borrowed and read lots of great library books. Unlike C. Cardinell, I know that Richmond Library has four branches, main branch at Brighouse and subbranches at Cambie, Ironwood and Steveston. I have seen all the changes at Richmond Public Library since days that the only keyboards available there were on typewriters! Indeed, many changes at the library as C. Cardinell mentions are great and greatly expand the range of services offered there beyond just borrowing and reading of paper printed books. First, I would like to say to the many library users whose only reason to visit the library is to sit for hours in front of a computer, is that I am not a Luddite, I love my computers and I use a computer every day! However, I see that with our over-dependence and overuse of computers we have lost something quite precious and valuable. Namely, we have lost our solitude, a time when we are

not constantly being distracted by colorful, glitzy displays of our computer screens! For those who wish to know more about this sad trend in our society, I advise they read two books: The Shallows: What the Internet is doing to our brains by Nicholas Carr and The End of Absence: Reclaiming what we have lost in a world of constant connection by Michael Harris. I have devised a simple test in order to find out if your overuse of and over-dependence on computers makes you into a computer addict (e-addict)? Simply give honest answers to each of the following questions: Have you read a single paper printed book (fiction or nonfiction) cover to cover in the past year? Do you have an obsession or compulsion to check your email, Facebook, Twitter accounts etc., every day? Do you compulsively do same things on your computer or Internet every day or night? If you stopped doing some of these computer activities for a whole day or whole week would you experience “withdrawal” symptoms? Does your computer use expand your mind with new knowledge and interests or does

Your lungs would vote yes Editor: If the transportation referendum polls are correct, I am in the “yes” minority. I have been trying to figure out why. I wonder if it’s because I’ve had the opportunity to work with some very professional, thoughtful, and nice people in TransLink. I worked with them to ensure that a health lens was used in developing the Mayors’ Council proposal. I wish others could have had this same opportunity, because being “at the table” and having met some of the people, I know I am not being sold snake oil. What resonated most with me is the positive air quality impacts the plan could bring. Air quality in the Lower Mainland is very good. Still, a 2004 Health Canada estimate attributes over 600 deaths in Metro Vancouver each year to

air pollution. Vehicles are a major source of air emissions in Metro Vancouver. Our region is projected to grow by 1 million more people and over 700,000 more vehicles over the next 30 years. Even with newer emission control technologies, the sheer number of additional vehicles will make our air worse—unless we can make public transit the easy choice for a lot more people. On a personal note, I like the fact that I will have only a five minute wait max if I miss my bus in Richmond in the morning, and that soon I also won’t need to get on the outbound train at Lansdowne in order to get a seat going downtown. Oops I just gave out my transit bliss secret. Dr. James Lu Medical Health Officer Vancouver Coastal Health

it keep you in the same rut day after day, night after night, skimming the surface of knowledge but never really wadding in? Are you addicted to watching and downloading Internet porn every day and every night? Have you stopped going for long walks in parks, nature etc., because you are spending too much time with a computer? Have you written a single letter in long hand on real paper in the last year? Has your overuse of computers destroyed your attention span and focus, so that when you read paper written books, you no longer have urge or need to read books? My final question is: does your computer keep you enslaved in front of it for hours and hours on end, without you being even aware that you have become a computer slave (e-addict) and that your freedom and your time has been robbed from you so gradually, and so subtly over a long period of time that you are not even aware of this sad fact? This letter has been typed on my computer keyboard in Microsoft Word and sent by email to The Richmond Review. Have a nice day, C. Cardinell! Branko Popazivanov Richmond

Not impressed with transit ballot Editor: I just successfully, (I think), completed the transportation plebiscite and am going to mail it now. I think the process could have been greatly streamlined as it involved three envelopes plus a ballot, certainly an expensive way to get votes recorded; hopefully it’s not an indication of how our tax dollars we are turning over will be spent. More importantly, after putting my ballot into envelope A, and then A into B, B into C, and C into D, I have to wonder how many of us will do a dreadful job of mixing it up, let alone those great many who are non-English speakers. As you can see I was not impressed! Please use our money well. Leonard Shane Richmond

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Gateway announces 2015/16 season by Bhreandáin Clugston Editor

ateway Theatre’s audience will be off to see the wizard this winter as the Minoru Park stage has announced its 2015/16 season.

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Gateway will be presenting The Wizard of Oz as its holiday musical in a season that will feature five other plays in what our artistic director Jovanni Sy is calling, “A Year of Song and Laughter (with a French Twist)”. Next season’s plays include: •For the Pleasure of Seeing Her Again, Oct. 8 - 24, 2015, MainStage. Quebec playwright Michel Tremblay pays homage to his mother in what’s billed as a nostalgic and bittersweet comedy. The Narrator (Kevin Loring) flashes back to different stages in his life reflecting on stories of his feisty mother Nana (Margo Kane) and their relationship over the years. A Full Circle: First Nations Performance production. •…didn’t see that coming, Nov. 12 – 21, 2015, Studio B Stage.

David Cooper photo Christopher King, France Perras, Jovanni Sy, Beverley Elliott, Barbara Tomasic, Todd Thomson, Dawn Ewen, Kevin Loring and Margo Kane are ready for another season of theatre at Gateway.

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Harburg. Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company, it tells the story of how Dorothy and dog Toto go to the land of Oz to find the wizard. •Closer than Ever, Feb. 4 – 20, 2016, MainStage. Musical revue explores love and other struggles of adulthood from musical theatre greats Richard Maltby, Jr. and David Shire. •The List, March 10 – 19, 2016, Studio B Stage. This Shelly Tepperman translation of Jennifer Tremblay’s play La Liste is about a woman’s struggle as she fights through the memories leading to her friend’s death. A Ruby Slippers Theatre production. •Don’t Dress for Dinner, April 7 – 23, 2016, MainStage. With his wife out of town, a foolproof alibi from his best friend, the perfect location just outside of Paris, and a Cordon Bleu chef on hand, Bernard has it all figured out—or does he? Written by Marc Camoletti and adapted by Robin Hawdon, this bedroom farce is the sequel to Boeing-Boeing. A co-production with Thousand Islands Playhouse and Western Canada Theatre. Season subscriptions are available now and single tickets go on sale Sept. 1. See www.gatewaytheatre. com/201516-season for more info.

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Good doctor’s reading remedies fall flat with Motive

Book Club Shelley Civkin Dear Dr. Kellerman, As prescribed, I just took 42 chapters of your new book Motive, but I don’t feel any better this morning. In fact, I feel worse. I had hoped to feel all jazzed up and alert by the suspense that your mystery/thrillers usually deliver. But Motive left me feeling, well….kind of washed out. Your buddies Dr. Alex Delaware and Milo Sturgis also seem to be suffering from the same malaise. Symptoms include: sluggish pace, a plethora of coincidences, and an unfocused and scattered plot. When I took the chapters I really hoped to be feeling euphoric by today, but here it is two weeks later, and I’m still in a slump. Over the years I’ve consumed many of your other remedies and fared quite well. In fact, I responded very positively to Guilt, Victims, Deception, and

Obsession. But Motive felt like I was trying to swallow a dried out loaf of rye. I know you have a long and distinguished career as a writer as well as a psychologist, but it seems that your most recent writerly prescription is more like a Celine Dion song—it goes on, and on, and on. Ad nauseum. And truth to tell, I did feel a bit queasy by the end. There seemed to be a truckload of speculative grasping going on, and much of it was just too farfetched to swallow. Plus, there were so many red herrings in Motive that I thought I was in the North Atlantic. If I may be so bold as to quote your buddy Dr. Delaware: “I’ve been wondering for a while if misdirection is the psychological essence of the killings.” Well, I, too, have been wondering if misdirection is the psychological essence of this disappointing story. Don’t get me wrong— I’m a fan of your writing and have devoured many of your earlier offerings, but this latest one was a disappointment. What was supposed to be fun and fast moving was simply drudgery and a chore to consume. Too much, too slow, too many coincidences and not enough pizzazz. I’m a big fan of pizzazz. Anyway, thanks for trying. For you folks who

Gateway hires new general manager “I am thrilled Camilla Tibbs has to be working been hired as Gatewith Camilla,” said way Theatre’s new Gateway’s artistic general manager. director Jovanni Tibbs is currently Sy. “She brings executive director Camilla great energy and a of the Vancouver Tibbs wealth of experiWriters Fest. She ence to the Gatewas previously way. We are fortunate general manager of to have Camilla lead our Touchstone Theatre in organization.” Vancouver. She will replace SuShe has also worked zanne Haines, who will with the Arts Club Theatre Company, the PuSh be leaving Gateway in April. International PerformTibbs will join Gateway ing Arts Festival, and Theatre on June 22. the London Symphony —Bhreandáin Clugston Orchestra.

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A newly filed lawsuit in Oregon has brought the controversial topic of elder abuse to the front pages of North American news. A little background first, to set the stage. The current environment North America is similar to much of the world in its demographics. The U.S., for example, currently has about 45 million people over the age of 65. By 2020, that number will rise to 55 million (1 in 6 people). In Canada, the statistics are proportionally similar. In B.C., we have about 800,000 people over the age of 65, or roughly 15% of the population. And the numbers are growing. With our population aging, we can expect more people reaching 65 in the coming years. More important, they will comprise a higher proportion of the population. It doesn’t stop there. What is important in the context of elder abuse is the type of person who is now over age 65. Man are survivors of the Second World War and the Great Depression, and have owned their homes and otherwise lived frugally and saved a lot over the years. With the tremendous rise in real estate values in B.C. over the past 20 years (especially in the Lower Mainland), many older people here are living with large Estates. Sadly, this has created an atmosphere ripe for financial abuse. The nature of the problem The financial abuse of the elderly is, in my opinion, an epidemic. Countless stories are written every year, and for every story we hear, many more are never written about or told. So many abuse cases don’t get reported for many reasons, including that many elderly people feel shame and are afraid to report it. They don’t want to bring “trouble” to children, other relatives or friends. Abuse happens in different ways. The abundant literature in this area seems to conclude that an elderly person is most likely to suffer financial abuse at the hands of family members or others who know them. Giving someone Power of Attorney can lead to abuse, in that the Attorney gets access to virtually all of the adult’s assets. An adult child, even without Power of Attorney, can gain access to their parents’ accounts. And a shaky or slow economy can lead to financial problems for many people and families. The case The lawsuit in question was launched by the daughter of a deceased man who allegedly had Dementia. He was a police detective in Oregon and then a lawyer, and accumulated an Estate worth about $4 million. The defendant, Ms. Campbell, is also a former Oregon police detective and married the man in 2010. As a detective, she specialized in investigations of elder abuse! She knew the deceased from working together in the past. They reconnected in 2010 and married after a two-month courtship. Not long after, the man changed his Will to make her sole beneficiary of his Estate. He died in 2014. There is, understandably, a dispute over whether the deceased had Dementia when he married Ms. Campbell, and had questionable capacity to marry or even make a new Will. Ms. Campbell was apparently known for going above and beyond the call of duty in her investigative work. No mention is made as to whether she is retired or still working (the news story suggests she is about 58 years old). Summary Governments in North America have done good work in creating legislation to try to address the problem of elder abuse. In my opinion, however, no amount of legislation will solve the problem. Abuse must be addressed at the family level, and although reporting it is always a concern, incidents should be reported early to try to stop the abuse before it is too late. Meanwhile, it’s too early to reach a conclusion in this case with the little information we have, but the “optics” of an elder abuse detective marrying a former detective she knew (who might have lacked capacity) are clearly not good. (It would make a good movie script!) But more seriously, all parties should take great care in such situations (for example, Ms. Campbell might have brought, and perhaps did bring, the relationship to the attention of her superiors). Usually, this doesn’t tend to happen. Visit our website (www.WillPowerLaw.com) or call us at (604)233-7001 to discuss your Wills, Estates and Seniors’ questions.

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Workshop gives advice for family caregivers Family caregivers of people with dementia are often called the invisible second clients for good reason. As many Richmond families have found, their roles as informal caregivers are critical to the quality of life of the person they care for, who generally require increasing levels of care. “Without caregivers, people with dementia would have an increasingly poorer quality of life and would need residential care more quickly,” says Krista Frazee, the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s support and education co-ordinator for Richmond and South Delta. The support, though, can come at a cost: caregiver exhaustion. And that’s why the society is bringing its free Family Caregiver workshop to Richmond. The three-night workshop helps caregivers learn strategies to care for someone with dementia and to take care of their own health, to ensure they are prepared to continue to provide care to their family members. “We provide practical techniques and strategies that caregivers can begin using immediately,” Frazee says. Topics to be covered include: •Understanding Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. •Effective and creative ways of facilitating communication with a person with dementia. •Understanding behaviour as a form of communication. •Self-care for the caregiver. •Planning for the future. The workshop runs from 6 to 9 p.m. on April 13, 20 and 27 at Richmond Caring Place's Room 340, 7000 Minoru Boulevard. Pre-registration is required. For information and to register contact Krista Frazee at 604-238-7390 or kfrazee@alzheimerbc.org. More information on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, as well as resources for living with their impact, are available by visiting www.alzheimerbc.org.

Library hosts workshop on financial planning for retirement A free workshop on retirement planning takes place on Tuesday, April 14 at Richmond Public Library. Participants will learn various financial planning strategies to help achieve and maintain retirement goals. The workshop will be presented by Sean Oliver from Investors Group. The workshop takes place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the second floor Community Place Room at the Brighouse branch (7700 Minoru Gate). To register, visit any branch of Richmond Public Library, call 604-231-6413, or register online at www.yourlibrary.ca/events.

Richmond residents chosen to Seniors Advocate Council Two Richmond residents are among a new 30-member council of seniors from across the province chosen by B.C.’s Seniors Advocate. Ihsan Malik and Mohinder Grewal were chosen for the Seniors Advocate Council of Advisers by Isobel Mackenzie. Council members will be key volunteer advisers to the advocate and her office. The Office of the Seniors Advocate is an independent office monitoring and analysing systemic issues affecting seniors. “This is an exciting new journey we are embarking upon and I am very fortunate that I will be guided in my work by actual seniors who can ensure their many perspectives are heard and considered,” said Mackenzie.

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How to avoid growing bored in retirement From the moment young men and women first walk into the office for their first day as a working professional until the day they officially retire, the notion of planning for retirement is never far from their minds. But when the day to hang up the briefcase and donate all those business suits arrives, some retirees wonder what to do next. Some retirees know exactly how they will spend their days when they no longer have to work, while others who decide to play it by ear may find themselves battling boredom. For those among the latter group, it’s important to understand that many retirees find themselves bored once they no longer have to focus on a career. Jobs keep men and women busy and provide a sense of purpose in their lives, so it’s understandable that retirees feel bored once those jobs are no longer a part of their lives. But just because you no longer have an office to go to every day does not mean life cannot be as fulfilling or even more fulfilling than it was when you were still working. You just need to find something to avoid succumbing to retirement boredom. · Work part-time. Though it might seem odd to start working right after you retire, a parttime job can provide the type of structure you have grown

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Eagles clean up at spring classic Richmond Minor Hockey’s Peewee C1 Eagles capped a stellar season by winning gold at the Sheraton Spring Classic last week. All eyes were on the Eagles after winning the Hope Peewee tournament, the Pacific Coast Amateur Hockey Association “C” Banner for top team in regular season, and the firstplace banner for the playoffs. The wins this year did not come easily, but all team members made the sacrifices needed. The Eagles’ performance at the Sheraton Spring Classic, hosted by Richmond Minor at the Ice Centre, was no different. The team had to overcome injuries,the flu, and fatigue, but they did it with strong teamwork. Richmond outscored Vancouver 4-1 in their opening game, which was followed by an 8-0 romp over Coquitlam. Then came the unexpected strength of the Surrey C3 team which secured a come-fr-mbehind 3-3 tie against Richmond. The Eagles regained

the dominant form in their fourth game to blast Nanaimo 7-0. The players played like they wanted to prove to the cheering parents and coaches they were ready for finals. The semifinal was a re-match against Surrey. The first period featured end-to-end action, with teams tying 1-1. But Richmond took over in the middle

frame, demonstrating strong play along the blueline. By the time the game ended, the Eagles had scored three more goals to secure a 4-1 victory. The Eagles met an equally -strong Richmond Minor C2 Titans in the final. The Titans were one of the few teams to beat the Eagles in the regular

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Richmond’s Jodi Gentile faced the likes of Olympic champion Hayley Wickenheiser during her first season of university hockey.

Jodi Gentile’s first season of university hockey was an eye opener, but the talented Richmondite is already eagerly awaiting next year. Although the Lethbridge Pronghorns didn’t have the kind of on-ice success the team was hoping for, completing the 2014-15 campaign with a 6-21-2 record in the Canada West women’s league, Gentile “loved every minute of it.” “It was a huge learning experience for me,” said the 18-year-old blueliner, who was selected as the team’s rookie of the year. “But I got to play the entire season with a veteran player, who allowed me to feel comfortable on the ice. Along with her support as well as my coaches’ I really felt confident to make plays and take chances on the ice.” Gentile said being named top rookie was “a great feeling because it was voted

on by teammates and coaches.” “I hope I can somehow help the new players coming in next season feel confident and comfortable both on and off the ice as my graduating partner did for me,” she said. “I can only see myself and the team improving tremendously over the next few years, and can’t wait for a fresh start in September.” Gentile said the first half of the season was the toughest. Entering a league full of talented players, most of whom were considerably older, was intimidating. And knowing she’d be facing the likes of Canadian Olympic veteran Hayley Wickenheiser (University of Calgary Dinos) was especially nerve-racking. “Until Christmas I had a difficult time adjusting to the quicker pace of the game, and began to get discouraged,” said Gentile. “A week at home over the Christmas holidays couldn’t have come at a better time. After the break I felt like a completely different person with re-

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Richmond Rockets won the Metro Women’s Soccer League U21 title.

3720 Broadway Street (at 2nd Ave.) Please join us at 10am Sunday, April 5, 2015 for Worship Service and Sunday School 604-277-0508 • www.stevestonunitedchurch.ca A caring and friendly village church

BAPTIST

Broadmoor Baptist Church A safe place to connect with God and fellow travellers on your spiritual journey 8140 Saunders Road, Richmond, BC 604-277-8012 www.bbchurch.ca Dr. Tim Colborne - Lead Pastor.

HOLY WEEK SERVICES

Palm Sunday Worship Senrice (March 29th) at 10:30 a.m. Maundy Thursday (April 2nd) Potluck Dinner (6 p.m.) and Worship Service (7 p.m.)

Good Friday Service (April 3rd) at 7 p.m. Easter Sunday Worship Service (April 5th) at 10:30 a.m. For more info, see our website.

Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Sonshine Adventures for Kids

CHRIST-CENTERED CHRISTIAN CHURCH www.cccc-richmondbc.com

COME AND JOIN US IN OUR CELEBRATION OF REDEMPTION! Worship Service.....12:20 p.m. Sunday School.....2:00 p.m. 8151 Bennett Road, Richmond tel: 604-271-6491

REFORMED CHURCH (RCA)

Fujian Evangelical Church

welcomes you to Sunday Worship Services • English Services: 9:00 & 10:45 a.m. • Mandarin Service: 9:00 a.m. • Minnanese Service: 10:45 a.m. 12200 Blundell Road, Richmond, B.C., V6W 1B3 Phone 604-273-2757 • www.fujianevangelical.org CATHOLIC Eastern Catholic Church

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Sunday Service: 11:00 am Ŋ➊䛛՘➎ČࣦĀ좹⿽ Храм Успення Пресвятої Богородиці: Божественна Літургія: 9:00am

Se habla español; Bine ați venit, Просимо Ласкаво 8700 Railway Ave. (just north Francis) www.easternchurch.wordpress.com 䶿໗ Tel: 604 447 1731

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42 HAMLIN, Maurice June 22, 1950 March 22, 2015 Passed suddenly March 22 of a heart attack. Loving husband, exceptionally proud father, avid street rodder, dedicated minor hockey coach. Survived by wife Heather, son Richard (Rani), daughter Jacqueline, father Bernie, sisters Gracie, Cathie, neices and nephews. Longtime friends Gary, Jim (Jackie), Ed (Jo). Predeceased by mother (Grace) 2003. Attended John Oliver where he met future wife of 42 years Heather Oatway. Over 35 yrs in automotive lease business. Lifelong street rod hobbyist with many friends made along the way. Played lacrosse into his 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Owner of Discosportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Angels Sr. B Lacrosse team in early 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Enjoyed running family business, Hammy Sports in the 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Over 40 years coaching lacrosse and minor hockey culminating in 5 Juvenile hockey provincial championships. 2010 BC Hockey and PCAHA Coach of Year Award. Inducted into Delta Sports Hall of Fame in 2013. Considered himself lucky to be a small part of his playerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives. Celebration of Life to be held Sunday April 12, 1:30pm at Delta Town & Country Inn. STEWART, Eyleen Lorna Born in Winnipeg Manitoba, on February 16, 1925. It is with great sadness that we announce that Eyleen Stewart passed away March 10, 2015 at Richmond Hospital. She will be joining her father Frederick George, her mother Ethel and her dear brother Frederick Myles. She leaves behind a loving family; children Deni & Scott (Nathalie); grandchildren Jamie Grant (Sue), Brendan Reid (Yvonne) and Heather Emilie; great grandchildren Meghan, Valerie and Clara Eyleen. A memorial service will be held on April 8th at 6 pm. at St Alban Church, 7260 St. Albans Road Richmond. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory are welcome, to the; Richmond Animal Protection Society, BC Cancer Foundation or St. Alban Anglican Church.

LOST AND FOUND

LOST: Backpack (faded blue with maroon pouch) in vicinity of Boston Pizza, Bridge Port Stn, Richmond, or 351 Bus to White Rock early morning on Friday March 27th. Will identify the contents. Pls call (604)531-5907

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TIMESHARE

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CHILDCARE WANTED

LIVE-IN CAREGIVER (childcare) Call Ruel / Lanie 778-297-8881 or email: marasiganr94@yahoo.com

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EDUCATION

Van Kamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Group of Companies requires Class 1 Drivers for the SURREY area. Applicants must have a min 2 yrs industry driving experience.

We Offer Above Average Rates! To join our team of professional drivers please send off a resume and current drivers abstract to: careers@vankam.com For more info about Line Haul, call Bev, 604-968-5488 We thank all applicants for your interest! Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 beneďŹ ts package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Only those of interest will be contacted.

HIGH CASH PRODUCING Vending Machines. $1.00 Vend = .70 Profit. All on Location In Your Area. Selling Due to Illness. Call 1-866-6686629 For Details.

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

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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AB/BC Owner Operators Needed New Pay Package! Shift Opportunities $1.20 Base Rate + Fuel Subsidy & Additional Premiums. For more details contact a Recruiter today or visit our website. 1-800-462-4766 www.bisondriving.com

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HELP WANTED

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PRODUCTION STAFF K-Bro Linen Systems * Full time: 4 days @ 10 hrs or 5 days @ 8hrs * Part-time 4-5 hrs starting at 6pm * Starting pay rate: $10.91 $13.02 plus Extended Health Insurance Ability to work weekends is req.

Compensation Depending On Experience!

K-Bro Linen operates a large modern commercial laundry facility located within a short walk from Lake City Skytrain in Bby.

If qualiďŹ ed, please email: jobrmd2015@gmail.com Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

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ACTIVITY WORKER CASUAL RICHMOND KINSMEN ADULT DAY CENTRE Casual work available to provide Vacation, Leaves of Absence and work load relief QualiďŹ cations: â&#x20AC;˘ Certification in college level Geriatric Activity program or equivalent education and experience. â&#x20AC;˘ Work experience in Therapeutic activity programs for frail elderly, disabled and cognitively impaired adults. â&#x20AC;˘ Proven ability to work cooperatively within a team setting.

8035 Enterprise St., Burnaby April 9th, 2015 between 9:30 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 pm

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Savoury Foods in Delta is looking for a Full-Time Millwright / Electrician.

HOME STAY FAMILIES

HOMESTAY FAMILIES

We Offer A Min. Of $24-$26/hr. & Excellent BeneďŹ ts. Rotating shift work is required, including weekends.

Are you available to be a homestay family this summer? International students want to meet you and learn about your culture, while studying English.

Responsibilities/QualiďŹ cations: â&#x20AC;˘ Preventative and regular maintenance of food manufacturing equipment; â&#x20AC;˘ Modify existing equipment in order to improve performance; â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum 2 years electrician experience; â&#x20AC;˘ In-depth familiarity and proven track record working with mechanics, machine shop practises, welding (ARC, TIG, MIG)

For more info; Call: 778-872-2195, or email: homestayintl@gmail.com

Please apply to Executive Director: Richmond Kinsmen Adult Day Centre Email: rkadc@telus.net Fax: 604-272-1328 Mail: #100- 6100 Bowling Green Road Richmond, BC V6Y 4G2

If interested, please e-mail resume: Maureen.garland @westonbakeries.com Or fax: 604-946-5793

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START A new career installing irrigation for an established company with over 20 years experience! Training provided. Looking to fill all positions; crew leaders with commercial or residential experience and experienced installers to work as part of crews. Email resume to permanent_irrigation@shaw.ca

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PREMIER AVIATION IS ONE OF CANADAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LARGEST AND FASTEST GROWING MROâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S.

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES MANAGEMENT position available in the recycling industry. Excellent salary available to the right person. Email to colrec1996@shaw.ca

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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.

CLASS 1 HIGHWAY LINE HAUL COMPANY DRIVERS

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Immediate Openings:

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Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

About Us: Swissport International Ltd. is the leading Ground Services Provider to the aviation industry. Job Responsibilities: Ĺ&#x2DC; /RDG DQG XQORDG SDVVHQJHU OXJJDJH DQG FDUJR Ĺ&#x2DC; 'ULYH DQG RU RSHUDWH JURXQG VXSSRUW HTXLSPHQW Ĺ&#x2DC; 2WKHU GXWLHV DV DVVLJQHG 4XDOLĹľFDWLRQV DQG &RPSHWHQFLHV Ĺ&#x2DC; +ROG DQG PDLQWDLQ D YDOLG % & GULYHUV OLFHQVH DQG DELOLW\ WR REWDLQ DQG PDLQWDLQ D <95 ' $ OLFHQVH Ĺ&#x2DC; 0XVW EH DEOH WR ZRUN LQ LQFOHPHQW ZHDWKHU Ĺ&#x2DC; )OH[LEOH WR ZRUN RQ YDULRXV VKLIWV GD\V HYHQLQJ QLJKWV ZHHNHQGV DQG KROLGD\V

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Premier is currently serving all of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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- RiviĂ¨res, Quebec. We Offer: â&#x20AC;˘ COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION (SALARY UPTO $36) TO QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS (M2, S & E); â&#x20AC;˘ A benefit plan that includes: Short & Long term disability, life insurance, paid sick time, AD&D benefits, paid vacation and RRSP; â&#x20AC;˘ We believe in strong training, mentoring and ongoing support mechanisms; â&#x20AC;˘ We also offer endorsement courses to eligible candidates; â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent Opportunities for career development; â&#x20AC;˘ 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:

hr@premieraviationwindsor.ca Visit our website:

www.premieraviationwindsor.ca Telephone:

(1) 519-966-1500 Ext: 200 Fax:

(1) 519-966-1566

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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HOME SERVICE GUIDE PLUMBING & HEATING

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE GRASS CUTTING $20+

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

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RENOVATIONS

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• Hedge Trimming / Pruning

• Aeration / Power Raking

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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GARDENING

356

PLUMBING

COMMERCIAL ~ RESIDENTIAL

•Backhoes •Mini excavator (rubber track) •Bobcats (forks/buckets) •Dump trucks

604-833-2103

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 338

SSL ENTERPRISES INC

RUBBISH REMOVAL

•Backfilling/trenching •Asphalt/concrete removal •Drainage •Retaining walls •Install concrete driveways/sidewalks

REAL ESTATE 625

RENTALS 757

FOR SALE BY OWNER

341 Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic 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. 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. 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 Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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 IF YOU own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

TRANSPORTATION

PRESSURE WASHING

Mr. Side Walk Power Washing

845

Sidewalks, Driveways, Patios, Curbs Gum removal, Fences, Pool Decks

(Surrey Terminal)

Langley - 2 SEPARATE TITLES SxS Duplex, 4 suites 8500s/f lot, fully reno’d, new siding/windows. Rent $3400. $639K or $325K each side. Call 604-807-6565

5 mil. liab. WCB. 604-802-9033 POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627 604 - 861 - 6060 We do tile roofs, gutters, windows, siding drvwy. WCB insured. Our #1 goal is to satisfy our customers.

Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

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

ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

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

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Accounting & Tax Services

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Personal and Corporate Taxes Accounting and Management Consulting

Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

CONCRETE FORMING, FRAMING & SIDING. 604.218.3064

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MOVING & STORAGE

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

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

604-537-4140

280 GARAGE DOOR SERVICES

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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

FIVE STAR ROOFING

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

GARDENING

15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau

Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $575. 1-604-794-5844

ARBUTUS ROOFING & DRAINS Ltd

PITTBULL pups, born Feb 24th. Blue/blue brindle. Gotti/razors edge. $1000-$1500. 604-765-0453

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

TOY POODLE PUP 7 weeks old. Chocolate brown. $800. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

Residential / Strata

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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

604 - 259 - 2482

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GARAGE SALES

MOVING SALE - 8691 MYRON Court, Richmond, Sat, April 4th, 9am - 1pm. Household items.

RUBBISH REMOVAL

560

25 Years Serving Rmd. Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service

www.paintspecial.com

FREE ESTIMATES

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

Joe 604-250-5481

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

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

Brad 778-552-3900 JAPANESE PRO GARDENER Lawns, Power Raking, Hedges & Trees. Free Estimates 604-839-8856

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

Have you lost something important? Have you found something someone else has lost?

Place an ad in the Classiﬁeds!

604.575.5555

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SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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

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HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

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LOTS

Running this ad for 10yrs

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

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

PETS

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

www.arbutusroofing.com

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PETS 477

#1 AAA Rubbish Removal

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

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

Call Ian 604-724-6373

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

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

NANAIMO - Half acre lot light commercial property. Residential or Commercial. Beside Highway. Wide Open Ocean view. 1- (250)753-0160

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

$45/Hr

ELECTRICAL

WANTED TO RENT

APARTMENT NEEDED in Richmond for elder father and grown son. Call 604-277-9962.

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

477

PETS

OF PET THE WEEK

“RICK & JAMES” NEED A GOOD HOME WITH YOU!

Rick & James, ID# 362588 & 362589, Gerbil Mix, Males, 1 Years 2 Weeks

Rick and James are two adorable and energetic little guys! They are best of friends who will need to go to their furever home together. Come meet these two cuties soon!

TO ADOPT CALL 604-277-3100 SPCA Thriftmart

5431 NO. 3 RD 604.276.2254 & 10151 NO. 3 RD Richlea Square 604.241.7586

5400 MINORU BLVD • 604.276.2477 PROUD TO SUPPORT THE LOCAL SPCA

SURREY: Lot for sale by owner. 9100 sf lot. 70 x 130. Ready to build new home. 12344 - 96 Ave. Surrey. Asking $375,000obo. 778-881-4717

.wwwone4yacht.com 604-669-2248

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West Coast Amusements carnival at Lansdowne Centre

Abbey Blinkhorn took riding the merry-go-round to the next level.

Brenda Tang caught three frogs at the Frog Pond and won a stuffed unicorn as a prize.

A daring few rode on Vertigo, a swing ride that spins in circles high up in the air.

The carnival is back in town Spring Break fair at Lansdowne Centre.

Around Town Katie Lawrence

est Coast Amusements has returned to Richmond for 10 days with their annual

West Coast Amusements splits off into four groups that tour over 130 cities and towns all over Western Canada and the United States each year, and Richmond has been on their tour schedule for a long time. “We set up here each year, so it’s a tradition at this time of year to be here. It’s a lot of fun for the small ones, and the big ones,” said West Coast Amusements office manager Darla McMurran. The group in Richmond this year has 28 rides, as well as many food options and midway games, giving

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The Hundal sisters, Harkherat and Ashmeet took a turn on the Monster Truck ride together. Father, Kyle McMahon, and daughter, Irelyn, enjoy the Ferris wheel.

carnival visitors lots of things to explore together. McMurran said that the best part of her experience in the carnival business is the “kids’ smiles” and the sense of togetherness the carnival brings. “I think we bring an important part to the community that isn’t seen a lot, so it gives families something to do together, as

opposed to kids just playing on a playground here,” she said. “The whole family can be involved in it.” The fair is in Richmond until April 6 in the northwest corner of the mall parking lot. Katie Lawrence covers the social scene. She may be reached at kt.lawrence10@ gmail.com.

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Wednesday, April 1, 2015

Feed your inner Stay healthy this EASTER with KIN’S!

BUNNY

EASTER brunch

Chicken ASPARAGUS Q

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INGREDIENTS: 1 9” pie crust ¼ cup butter, cubed 1 bunch fresh asparagus, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 1 cup cooked chicken breast, chopped 3 eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley ¼ tsp oregano Salt and pepper DIRECTIONS: 1. In a large skillet, sauté the asparagus, onion and mushrooms in butter. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cheese, parsley, and oregano. Season the egg mixture with salt and pepper and then stir in the asparagus mixture and cooked chicken breast. Mix together until everything is well combined. 2. Pour the mixture into crust and bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.

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