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Richmond allows ‘disturbing noises’ on Sundays and holidays, other cities do not by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Civic politicians have called for a review of a bylaw that regulates noise on construction sites in Richmond. At issue is a rule that allows builders to make “objectionable and disturbing noises” every day of the year—including holidays. Most Metro Vancouver cities have stricter limits in place, including every municipality that neighbours Richmond. “There was a house taken down in my area, and the entire road was full of machinery and workers on Family Day,” said resident Kerry Starchuk. “On Easter weekend there were workers all over the place working on Easter Sunday and Good Friday.” Richmond allows construction noise weekdays from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays and holidays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Vancouver, Burnaby and New Westminster, however, all prohibit construction activity on Sundays and holidays. In Delta, Sundays are off-limits for builders. Starchuk appeared before city council’s planning committee Wednesday with an unusual prop—a door, mounted on a wheeled platform, complete with brass knob. On each side were photographs of a changing Richmond—unsightly construction sites, demolition projects and boarded up buildings. Many of the photos were examples of developers not being good neighbours. “The average house takes one year to build,” she said. “This is going to be an ongoing issue and needs to be discussed so it’s fair for all.”
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Starchuk suggested the city’s Good Neighbour Program isn’t working. The program, created by Richmond with the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association, outlines in a brochure six recommended practices for builders. They include informing neighbours about construction plans, keeping sites clean at all times, respecting hours of work and not blocking driveways or streets. Councillors called on staff this week to determine if city regulations around demolition and construction activity should be tightened on weekends and holidays. Complaints related to construction in established single-family neighbourhoods have been heard by councillors before. “These are not new concerns, we hear about them every now and then,” said Coun. Linda McPhail, planning committee chair. “We really are dependent on people in the community to help us and to report these kinds of things.”
It was another packed house at the 2015 Kwantlen Fashion Show at River Rock Show Theatre on Thursday, where students from Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Wilson School of Design in Richmond displayed everything from couture to commuter wear for cyclists. The annual event is the culmination of four years of studio-based design training for the team of 39 designers and their final projects featured collections for women, men and children. Martin van den Hemel photos
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School district has no fat left to trim Request for further cuts at a time when provincial budget is balanced will only wind up hurting students, board chair says by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Since the 1990s, the local board of education has virtually every year had to trim whatever fat existed in its budget to make the district as lean as possible. Today, there’s literally no fat left to trim, with district administration costs amounting to a paltry 2.9 per cent of the entire budget. Richmond school board chair Eric Yung, in an open letter to Minister of Finance Michael De Jong and Minister of Education Peter Fassbender, asked them to reconsider. What’s different this year is that the province has achieved a balanced budget, and may even have a modest surplus. In previous provincial budgets, when the province had a deficit, everybody in the government sector had to make cutbacks, he said, and so everybody was in the same boat. “There was a kind of shared pain, but that’s not true anymore.” Yung said in an interview. This year, despite the rosy outlook, Victoria is asking B.C.’s 60 school districts to find $29 million in administrative cuts for the upcoming 2015/16 school year, and then another $25
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million the following year. “The characterization of these arbitrary and enforced reductions as ‘low hanging fruit’ is particularly galling, and disrespectful of the role that elected school boards have played in running our school districts in a constantly constrained budget environment while continuing to provide the highest quality of education to students in B.C.,” Yung wrote in the April 7 letter on behalf of the board. The expected reductions will mean “significant job losses,” Yung said. Richmond is expected to cut its administrative costs by about $1 million, and together with unfunded inflationary pressures and reduced operating grants, means a $8 million hit over the next two years. “...(T)here are no more easy cuts. Richmond has for many years been an active participant in shared services initiatives among school districts, and has had a long standing agreement with the City of Richmond that has generated significant cost reductions for both the city and the school district,” the letter said. With just 2.9 per cent of its budget allocated to administration, Yung said Richmond school district should be “held out as the model for efficient operations, instead of being used as a means to punish school districts.” Yung added: “We therefore urge you to reconsider the enforced administrative cuts...” At the end of the day, it’s students who will be impacted most by the forced cuts, because although teachers are the ones who work most closely with students, it’s the administrative staff who make plans, set the direction, and strategize.
Pair of pickpockets picked up by police Vancouver restaurateur charged with multiple counts of theft by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter A former restaurateur is accused of pickpocketing victims at local food courts. Abdelmotalib Elatouabi, 48, was arrested by Richmond Mounties following a three-month investigation into a series of pickpocket-style distraction thefts at local eateries. Elatouabi has been charged with multiple counts of theft under $5,000. Richmond RCMP Acting Cpl. Dennis Hwang said the RCMP’s Quick Response Team conducted the investigation after investigators noticed a pattern in the frequency of people reporting lost property in food court areas of local shopping malls. As victims entered and sat down in the food court, the pickpocketers were allegedly watching for potential targets who
draped their coats on the back of their chairs. The pickpockets would then sit close to their victims, and steal their wallets, cell phones, keys or other personal items from their jackets. With help from the crime analysts, police were able to narrow their focus and two males were subsequently arrested and charged. Elatouabi, who was co-owner of Sol Sun Belt Cookery on Denman Street in Vancouver until it closed last August, is charged with five counts of theft under $5,000, while Kacem Jakani, 43, is a co-accused on three of those counts. According to Court Services Online, the offence dates were Jan. 12 for two counts, Jan. 18 for two counts, and Jan. 23 for another count. Elatouabi was scheduled to appear in Richmond provincial court on Monday. Jakani is scheduled to appear on April 21. “We were a bit surprised by the ages of the accused and how daring they were in the commission of their crimes,” Richmond RCMP Cpl. Ray Basi said.
Richmond Mounties responded Thursday morning to a call that a man had barricaded himself into a home on the 7400 block of Schaefer Avenue. The man reportedly had a weapon, which prompted Richmond RCMP to call in the Lower Mainland’s emergency response team. Surrounding homes were evacuated, and streets were blocked off by more than a dozen police vehicles. But it turned out to be a false alarm, with the scene cleared around 12:30 p.m. Martin van den Hemel photos
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Artist Marina Szijarto hangs one of the many woven fish made with local plants on a new art project on display at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery. See story, p. 21.
Richmond HAM club adds 10 to its ranks There are 10 more people in Richmond who can tune into the amateur radio airwaves. The Richmond Amateur Radio Club announced this week that 10 students who took the radio course offered by the club in February and March have all passed their exams, and thereby earned their basic with honours certificates. This permits these certificate holders to operate on allocated amateur frequencies with regulated operator privileges. “Graduating new radio amateurs introductions additional members to the amateur radio hobby and it also qualifies more radio amateurs to participate in the radio communication activities for local emergency purposes,” said Charles Cohen, who is the club’s radio course examiner who has been accredited by Industry Canada. For more information, see www.rarclub.ca.
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HEALTH IS . . . Martin van den Hemel photo Richmond Acura’s Peter Brasso, Richmond Auto Mall Association general manager Gail Terry, Cowell Auto Group’s Gary Cowell, Ryan Cowell and Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie and other auto mall representatives for the ceremonial ground-breaking at the $120 million expansion project to be done over the next three to five years.
Richmond Auto Mall begins massive makeover $120 million in land and buildings as well as $60 million in renovations in next three to five years by Martin van den Hemel
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Staff Reporter There will be more to tempt the eyes and pocketbook than ever before at the Richmond Auto Mall, which on Wednesday announced a massive expansion plan that could total $180 million in investments over the next five years. The investment promises to raise the bar for clients and guests in their vehicle shopping and customer service experience, and will both cater to people
but also entertain them. “The growth is a commitment to our current and future customers that the Richmond Auto Mall will remain the premier place in Metro Vancouver to shop for vehicles and to service your vehicle,” said Richmond Auto Mall Association president Sylvester Tai. Ryan Cowell, of the Cowell Group, a developer and major stakeholder in the expansion, said when completed, the expansion will see an additional 300,000 square feet of buildings. The project will see the addition of a new Richmond Acura dealership, a brand new Audi of Richmond dealership, and a new Jaguar/ Land Rover dealership, as well as a new Cowell Volkswagen dealership during the second phase of the plan. Auto Mall association general manager Gail Terry said further
renovations and another dealership will be announced in the future, when the current Volkswagen dealership is demolished during Phase 2, allowing another franchise to come to the auto mall, which would bring the dealership count to 16. “The expansion will definitely enrich the customer experience even further,” Terry said. The auto mall first opened in 1985 with nine dealerships, and by 1990 had 14. It’s located off Jacombs Road near Westminster Highway. Since much of the new development sits on land behind the auto mall, Terry said customers can “enjoy business as usual at all of our dealerships during the construction phase. In spite of the massive amount of construction involved, it won’t interfere with the current shopping experience.”
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Construction fencing went up around Richmond’s main fire hall in City Centre this week, as the city prepares to replace it with a new building. Fire Hall No. 1, built in 1961 at the corner of Gilbert Road and Granville Avenue, is one of the
last Richmond fire stations to be replaced or upgraded. Richmond Fire-Rescue’s fire prevention, public education and administration staff have been relocated across the street to 6931 Granville Ave., along with a portion of the hall’s emergency response personnel. Sea Island Fire Hall No. 4 and Shellmont Fire Hall No. 6 will take some of the operations load during construction. In a Wednesday news release, the city said service levels will be maintained at a “constant high level during this time.” Dismantling of the old hall’s interior will begin soon, according to city spokesperson Kim Decker.
Demolition of the structure is approximately six weeks away. The new fire hall, budgeted at $22.3 million, will be built to “post disaster standards,” and is now scheduled to be ready for operations in early 2017. Hughes Condon Marler Architects designed the new fire hall— the same firm chosen by city council to design the Minoru Complex pool and seniors centre building, which is also under construction. Minoru Complex construction prompted the rebuild of fields at Minoru Park. Mayor Malcolm Brodie will officially open the fields with a ribbon-cutting ceremony tomorrow (Saturday) at 10 a.m. inside the park.
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The number of transit tax referendum ballots that have been received and initially processed by Elections BC is up to 8.0 per cent as of Wednesday. The nearly 125,000 tallied so far continue to be mainly from voters in Vancouver and Surrey – the initial cities Elections BC mailed out the ballots for what officials called efficiency reasons. The return rate by municipality as of April 8 is 17.8 per cent in Vancouver, 12.2 per cent in Richmond, 8.1 per cent in Surrey and 5.3 per cent each in both Burnaby and Coquitlam. More ballots have arrived but aren’t yet included in the count, Elections BC spokesman Don Main said. The ballots counted are ones in which Elections BC has opened the outer yellow return envelope and verified that the voter’s signature and birth date is on the next certification envelope. Observers from both the Yes and No campaigns have said it’s not unexpected for many municipalities to show no results for the first few weekly counts until more ballots trickle in. “Three or four weeks from today, we should have a much clearer picture of turnout,” said No campaigner Jordan Bateman. “These early returns grossly under-report voters outside Vancouver, simply because other communities received their ballots later.” Metro voters are being asked to approve or reject an increase in the provincial sales tax in the region from 7.0 to 7.5 per cent in order to fund a $7.5 billion package of mainly transit upgrades over the next 10 years. The planned upgrades include a Broadway subway, light rail in Surrey, a new Pattullo Bridge, new B-line express bus routes across the region and a 25 per cent general bus service lift. Anyone who has not yet received a voting package can call Elections BC at 1-800-661-8683 or go to elections.bc.ca/ovr to request one by May 15.
The Richmond Food Security Society and East Richmond Community Association are hosting an Earth Day garden clean-up at the King George Community Garden on April 18. The clean-up will include a cleanup in the morning and rebuild of the garden plots in the afternoon. The King George Community Garden is located at 12360 Cambie Rd. and provides many individuals and families with fresh produce throughout the year. The garden also supports senior and youth programs and the Plots to Plates program which grows fresh produce for the food bank and community meals. “We are excited to revitalize this garden”, says Erika Simms, programs co-ordinator with Richmond Food Security Society. “We would like to ensure that the community will be able to continue to enjoy this garden.” Anyone wishing to help out with the clean-up may contact Simms at 604-244-7377 or e-mail cg@richmondfoodsecurity.org.
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Join us for the City of Richmond’s annual series of talks about art in the city and its importance to creating connections between citizens and their communities.
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For over ten years, Vancouver’s PuSh International Performing Arts Festival has been presenting and animating contemporary works for the stage and public spaces that explore and reflect upon civic history and identity. Innovative, trendsetting, provocative, experiential and thought-provoking are words commonly used to describe a “PuSh show.” The festival’s artistic and executive director, Norman Armour, will survey a group of stand-out projects to show how the arts, and in particular festivals, can be a central player in expressing and shaping a city’s evolving sense of itself. This talk will be preceded by a short musical performance by theatre and recording artist, Veda Hille.
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ave you heard of massive Site C Dam project in the Peace River region that is slated to start construction this summer? Asking that question isn’t the most artful way to start an article, but recent polls show that almost 40% of BC residents still don’t know anything the project, even though the Site C Dam will be one of the biggest public works projects in BC history and will affect the province for many, many decades. If built, the Site C Dam will produce about 5,100 gigawatt hours (GWh) of electricity each year, but its construction will flood almost 100 kilometres of the Peace Valley, including 3,800 hectares of prime farmland in the ALR.
Overall the project will negatively affect 13,000 hectares of agricultural land. This isn’t just ‘waste’ land or land unsuitable for prime farming use because it is too far north, as some have suggested. No, this is land that agriculture experts like agrologist Wendy Holm say could supply fruit and vegetables for up to a million people. But agricultural production in the Peace Valley is nowhere near its potential, partly because many farmers have been reluctant to start businesses there precisely because of the threat of flooding from dams, which have been proposed since the 1950s. You can see how someone like me, who works for an organization that advocates for food security, would have a problem with Site C on that basis, but the list of reasons why this dam should not be built is long and compelling. One reason jumps out before all else - the cost. Every time the project is talked about by the BC government, the cost goes up a little more. Currently the budget is 8.8 billion, but a recent report from the World Convention on Dams indicates that projects like this routinely come in
at 50 to 80 percent more than initial estimates. If that happens, the final cost could soar up to 16 billion, and the dam would require many more millions in maintenance for decades after completion. I could write a book on the legal, financial and environmental problems that the Site C Dam would cause, but that’s not why I chose to write this article. Rather, I want to emphasize that there is a much bigger issue at play here than just the fate of the dam and the farmland in the Peace Valley. That’s because we have reached a time when no province or country can afford to make unfathomably expensive, permanent mistakes with their precious land, air and water resources. The effects of climate change are happening here and now, and are eliminating our margin for error when making decisions about how we use our natural resources. This month, California announced unprecedented water restrictions as their severe drought enters its fourth year. Oregon just did the same thing. All over the world, many of the areas that grow much of the food that B.C. imports will be nega-
Drowning an entire valley that is an important agricultural, cultural and environmental area would have been problematic at any time.
tively affected by climate change. Now if you’re thinking water won’t be a problem here in B.C., then think again. Rather, look over at the brown peaks of the Cypress, Grouse, and Seymour Mountains in North Vancouver. There are bare mountains like that all over B.C. Despite our occasional bouts of torrential rain, B.C. had an abnormally dry winter this year, and that trend is expected to continue. Traditional food growing areas in B.C., like the Fraser and Okanagan valleys, will face ever-increasing challenges to remain as productive as they are now. Given that, we will probably need all the farmland we can get. Because of climate change, we must re-think how we make decisions. Starting today, compensating for climate change
must be a prime factor in the planning process of any large-scale project, not a nice-to-have side benefit. We don’t have that luxury anymore. Yet here we are, planning to build a dam that many experts say we don’t need. That is the sort of old-style planning that assumes that natural resources are unlimited, and leads to permanent and damaging mistakes that we cannot afford in the new reality that climate change has created Drowning an entire valley that is an important agricultural, cultural and environmental area would have been problematic at any time. Now it is unconscionable. We need to find ways to conserve energy or to use alternative generation methods so we can preserve the precious natural resources that we have. There are many ways to generate electricity, but there are very few ways to grow food that even come close to the production you could get from prime farmland like in the Peace Valley. We need a better plan. Site C must not go ahead. Stephen Mullins is the communications manager for Richmond Food Security Society. See www.richmondfood security.org for information.
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Editor: A copy of a letter to Finance Minister Michael De Jong and Education Minister Peter Fassbender: On behalf of the Board of Education (Richmond) and the staff, students and parents we serve, I would like to express our tremendous disappointment at the requirement that the 60 school districts in the province generate $29 million in administrative cuts in the 2015/16 fiscal year, and then an additional $25 million in the following year. The characterization of these arbitrary and enforced reductions as “low hanging fruit” is particularly galling, and disrespectful of the role that elected school boards have played in running our school districts in a constantly constrained budget environment while continuing to provide the highest quality of education to students in B.C. Over each of the next two years, Richmond will be expected to reduce our administrative costs by about $1 million, on top of unfunded inflationary pressures which will impact our
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budget by close to $0.5 million over the same period, and $2.5 million in reduced operating grants due to declining enrollment. $8 million over a two year period will mean significant job losses, because after so many years of reduced operating budgets and unfunded cost increases, there are no more easy cuts. Richmond has for many years been an active participant in shared services initiatives amongst school districts, and has had a long standing agreement with the City of
Richmond that has generated significant cost reductions for both the city and the school district. The recent provincial focus on shared services for the education sector is not expected to generate any significant savings in Richmond, and may in some cases even lead to additional costs. Our 2014/15 amended annual budget, which was approved by the board as recently as February, sets district administration costs at 2.9% of the overall operating budget. Such slim administrative costs
should be held out as the model for efficient operations, instead of being used as a means to punish school districts. We therefore urge you to reconsider the enforced administrative cuts, and instead focus on the recommendations of the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services to provide stable, predictable, and adequate funding to school districts. Dr. Eric Yung, Chairperson on behalf of the Board of Education
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The importance of voting Editor: In about six months, Canadians will be fully engaged in a federal general election, that at the moment, the result of which appears to be in some doubt. Will the Conservatives be reelected or will the Liberals come from third spot to claim the overall prize? What will be the future of the NDP, a party that rose from the bottom of the political pile to emerge as the Official Opposition in the 2011 election. Beyond those three parties, little can be written about the others who step up and plead for recognition. It is unlikely that the Greens, despite what they claim, will form anything substantial in Ottawa after October 2015; their base is too narrow and appeals to a limited number of voters. Whether or not it is correct to so state, but ideology drives most voters and if a party’s position is not in concert with voters, then no amount of cajoling will bring them around. Conservatism is conservatism, Liberalism is liberalism and Socialism is socialist— bare and basic facts. There are only five basic political positions in Canada (and most elsewhere) with the aforementioned three the prime ones after Communism on the far left and Nazism on the extreme right are discounted and discarded. Over
the past half-century or so, the political drift has been to the left, toward socialism and less liberalism and conservatism—and that, I contend has not always been a benefit to the country’s taxpayers. However one votes, it is vitally important that each eligible voter trot on down to the polls and vote; to do otherwise is to demean the real value of Canadian citizenship and denounce democracy in its basic form. Yet, there is a substantial number of eligible voters who offer all manner of excuses (note, not reasons) to avoid the polling stations as if they were the plague. None of the ones I am aware of are credible and ought to be discarded forthwith and with gusto. It appears, however, that this fear-of-voting tends to lie more in the youth of the country than in the more aged ones—the ones who have lived and struggled and paid their dues and in many instances fought for Canada. According to Statistics Canada, in the 2011 federal general election, 38.8 per cent of those between the ages of 18 and 24 voted whereas 75.1 per cent of those in the 65-74 age bracket saw merit in trotting down to the polling station. That 75.1 per cent dropped off to 60.3 per cent in the 75 plus age group. For Canada overall, the percent-
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age of voters who saw their duty and responded was 61.1 per cent—not a windfall number but up 2.3 per cent from the all-time low of 58.8 per cent in 2008. Even at 60.3 per cent, that means that almost 40 per cent of eligible voters shunned the ballot boxes. As is often said, ‘If you didn’t vote, you have no say in the matter.” Which means, simply, that by not voting, these people have discarded their right to comment on any and all federal proposed and enacted legislation. Some might disagree with that but such is the case. An analogy: if one does not pay the price of admission, one does not get to see the show. Simple and irrefutable. I suppose that if the federal -or provincial—general election(s) was (were) conducted on smart phones, then eligible voters, especially the 18-24 age group, would participate fully as they walked, head down and thumbs racing across a small electronic device in their haste to get somewhere they deem important. It is sad in Canada that so few think enough about their country and its future to be able to take time to vote and take pride in what this country has provided them regardless of what that might be at the moment. Bob Orrick Ladner
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Notice of Public Hearing Monday, April 20, 2015 – 7 p.m. Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000 Fax: 604-278-5139
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Richmond will hold a Public Hearing as noted above, on the following items: 1.
TEMPORARY COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT RENEWAL APPLICATION (TU 14-670690) Location/s: 12631 Vulcan Way Applicant/s: Paul Cheung (Lions Communication Inc.) Purpose: To permit a Temporary Commercial Use Permit renewal to allow for the operation of a night market event and supporting off-street parking at 12631 Vulcan Way in 2015, 2016 and 2017. Periods of validity shall be between May 8, 2015 to September 27, 2015 (inclusive), May 6, 2016 to September 25, 2016 (inclusive) and May 5, 2017 to September 24, 2017 (inclusive). Days of operation shall be Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Statutory Holidays. No night market event will be held on July 1, 2015. Night market hours of operation shall be 6 pm to 10 pm on Sundays and Statutory Holidays (Monday), 6 pm to 11 pm on Sundays preceding a Statutory Holiday and 6 pm to 11 pm on Friday and Saturday. City Contact: Kevin Eng 604-247-4626 Planning and Development Department
Area Plan to reflect the final configuration of proposed McKay neighbourhood park expansion, townhouse development and extensions to Lynas Lane and Lynnwood Drive. Purpose of OCP Designation Amendment Bylaw 9230: The application includes proposed amendments to the land use designation of 5300 Granville Avenue in both the 2041 Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw 9000 and in the Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw 7100 Schedule 2.5A Blundell Area Laurelwood SubArea Plan to reflect the final configuration of future McKay neighbourhood park expansion and townhouse development. Purpose of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 9115: To rezone 5320, 5340 and 5360 Granville Avenue and 7260 Lynnwood Drive from the “Single Detached (RS1/E)” zone to the “School & Institutional Use (SI)” zone for a 9 m wide expansion to McKay neighbourhood park over a portion of 5320 Granville Avenue and 7260 Lynnwood Drive; and to the “Medium Density Townhouses (RTM3)” zone for the remainder of the subject site to permit development of 43 townhouse units. City Contact: Sara Badyal 604-276-4282 Planning and Development Department
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RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9218 (RZ 11-586707) Location/s: 8395 Ruskin Place Applicant/s: Robert Kirk Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Single Detached (RS2/B)”, to permit the property to be subdivided to create two (2) lots with vehicle access to Ruskin Place. City Contact: Cynthia Lussier 604-276-4108 Planning and Development Department BYLAW 9218
BYLAWS 9114, 9115, AND 9230
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OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN BYLAWS 7100 AND 9000, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9114, OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN BYLAWS 7100 AND 9000, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9230, AND RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9115 (RZ 12-610630) Location/s:
5300, 5320, 5340 and 5360 Granville Avenue and 7260 Lynnwood Drive Applicant/s: Yamamoto Architecture Inc. Purpose of OCP Designation Amendment Bylaw 9114: The application includes proposed amendments to the land use designation of 5320 and 5360 Granville Avenue and 7260 Lynnwood Drive in both the 2041 Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw 9000 and in the Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw 7100 Schedule 2.5A Blundell Area Laurelwood Sub-
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RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9214 (RZ 14-665297) Location/s: 8231 Ryan Road Applicant/s: 0825215 B.C. LTD Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Two-Unit Dwellings (RD1)” to “SingleDetached (RS2/B)”, to permit subdivision into two (2) lots with driveway access to Ryan Road. City Contact: Minhee Park 604-276-4188 Planning and Development Department
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RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9223 Location/s: City-wide Applicant/s: City of Richmond Purpose: To amend the Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500 to: i) revise the definition of “Storey, half (1/2)”; and ii) amend the height regulations in all single-family, compact single-family, two-unit dwelling and single-family with coach house zones to establish a lower height for flat-roof designs. City Contact: Barry Konkin 604-276-4138 Planning and Development Department
Notice of Public Hearing continued on next page.
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Crowded feeders a health risk for returning songbirds Bird feeders should be regularly cleaned
Darren Swim/Wikimedia Commons Female pine siskin, one of the common migratory songbirds returning to B.C.
Backyard bird enthusiasts should regularly clean their bird feeders and bird baths at this time of year, as migratory songbirds return from their winter retreats. Species such as pine siskins, redpolls and grosbeaks congregate in large flocks in spring, and their close contact at a time of weather stress and nutrition shortage can pass diseases from bird to bird, says a bulletin from the B.C. forests ministry. Cleaning feeders every two weeks and changing water in bird baths every few days can reduce the spread of avian pox virus, avian conjunctivitis
and salmonella bacteria among birds. Using metal or plastic feeders rather than wood, and spreading out multiple small feeders that only allow one or two birds at a time also reduces the risk of disease transmission. Wildlife biologists say these bird diseases can also spread to people handling infected birds or contaminated materials. Placing bird feeders over a concrete surface allows easier cleanup of litter underneath, which can also prevent spread of infection. If you see one or two sick birds in your area, biologists advise clearing and scrubbing the feeder. If there are more than three diseased birds, take your feeder down for a week or two to encourage birds to disperse.
Here are some common signs to look for: • Birds with avian conjunctivitis have red, swollen, watery or crusted eyes. Infection can be spread by feeders with small openings that birds touch with the sides of their heads. Infected birds may have trouble feeding and remain on the ground near the feeder. • Birds with salmonella bacterium may be found dead or appear tame, sitting quietly for hours or days, often with their feathers fluffed up. Salmonella can easily spread to pets or humans, and so strict hygiene should be enforced in these situations. • Birds with avian pox virus may have warty lesions on the unfeathered parts of their head, legs or feet.
Notice of Public Hearing Monday, April 20, 2015 – 7 p.m. Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall 6911 No. No. 33 Rd. Rd. Richmond Richmond BC BC V6Y V6Y 2C1 2C1 || Tel: Tel: 604-276-4000 604-276-4000 Fax: Fax: 604-278-5139 604-278-5139 6911
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RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9228 (RZ 14-662478) Location/s: 8760 and 8780 Rosemary Avenue Applicant/s: Anwer Kamal and Nabeel Abrahani Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Two-Unit Dwellings (RD1)” to “Single Detached (RS2/B)”, to permit subdivision into two (2) lots with driveway access from Rosemary Avenue. City Contact: Minhee Park 604-276-4188 Planning and Development Department BYLAW 9228
How to obtain further information: • By Phone: If you have questions or concerns, please call the CITY CONTACT shown above. • On the City Website: Public Hearing Agendas, including staff reports and the proposed bylaws, are available on the City Website at http://www.richmond.ca/cityhall/ council/agendas/hearings/2015.htm • At City Hall: Copies of the proposed bylaw, supporting staff and Committee reports and other background material, are also available for inspection at the Planning and Development Division at City Hall, between the hours of 8:15 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays, commencing April 10, 2015 and ending April 20, 2015, or upon the conclusion of the hearing. • By Fax or Mail: Staff reports and the proposed bylaws may also be obtained by FAX or by standard mail, by calling 604-276-4007 between the hours of 8:15 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays, commencing April 10, 2015 and ending April 20, 2015. Participating in the Public Hearing process: • The Public Hearing is open to all members of the public. If you believe that you are affected by the proposed bylaw, you may make
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a presentation or submit written comments at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend, you may send your written comments to the City Clerk’s Office by 4 pm on the date of the Public Hearing as follows: • By E-mail: using the on-line form at http:// www.richmond.ca/cityhall/council/hearings/ about.htm • By Standard Mail: 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2C1, Attention: Director, City Clerk’s Office • By Fax: 604.278.5139, Attention: Director, City Clerk’s Office • Public Hearing Rules: For information on public hearing rules and procedures, please consult the City website at http://www.richmond. ca/cityhall/council/hearings/about.htm or call the City Clerk’s Office at 604.276.4007. • All submissions will form part of the record of the hearing. Once the Public Hearing has concluded, no further information or submissions can be considered by Council. It should be noted that the rezoned property may be used for any or all of the uses permitted in the “new” zone. David Weber Director, City Clerk’s Office
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community Richmond youth earn Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards B.C. Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon will present 39 youth from across B.C. with the prestigious Silver Level Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in Vancouver tomorrow, including two recipients from Richmond. The Richmond recipients are Paco Mok and Alex Mah.
To earn the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, the achievers must complete four sections of the award program: volunteer service, a skill, physical recreation, and an adventurous journey completion. The award is presented to the achievers in the form of a lapel pin and a certificate.
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n March 31, 2015, another ‘first’ was added to the history books. A blue Audi SQ5 crossover drove into New York City or, more precisely drove itself into the city just in time for the opening of the New York International Auto Show, ending a journey begun nine days earlier on Treasure Island, located in San Francisco Bay near the mid-point of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge in northern California. The Audi headed south to Los Angeles on Day 1, and then turned east to cross the southern states for three days. It turned north for the next five —from Mississippi to New York including a quick trip through Washington, DC. The Audi - ‘Roadrunner’ - , so nick-named by its ‘hands-off ’ engineering crew, packed with technology developed by Delphi Automotive PLC, covered 99 percent of the 3,400 mile/5,472 kilometer distance in fully automated mode making this the longest North American and first coast-tocoast automated drive. Travelling six to eight hours per day—and never on its own at night—Roadrunner, said Delphi’s Chief Technology Officer Jeff Owens, “perform[ed] exceptionally well… navigat[ing] through mountains, heat, traffic jams, trucks, road construction, and even tumbleweed.” Intervention by a ‘human operator’ occurred “once in a construction zone and once to avoid police stopped on the hard shoulder.” And he said, while “improvements are needed in the way the car recognizes road markings of different types and qualities, …overall the project has been a huge success.”
Delphi Automotive PLC describes itself as “a leading global supplier of technologies … that make cars and trucks smarter and safer as well as more powerful and efficient.” This record-setting trip, therefore, aside from the publicity benefits, was also a data-gathering exercise, producing nearly three terabytes, described as “about 30 percent of all of the printed material in the Library of Congress.” Equipped with six long-range radars, four short-range radars, three vision-based cameras, six lidars (light detection and ranging devices), a localization system, intelligent software algorithms and a full suite of Advanced Drive Assistance Systems, Roadrunner was tasked on this trip with demonstrating its most advanced capabilities. Said Delphi’s Jeff Owens “our vehicle performed remarkably well during this drive, exceeding our expectations.” The vehicle demonstrated the ability to instantaneously make complex decisions, like stopping and proceeding at a four-way stop, timing a highway merge, calculating how to maneuver safely around a bicyclist on a city street, and warning the driver to resume control using both verbal and visual warnings. While implementation of this technology for all motor vehicles may be still on the distant horizon the self-driving car concept has now been proven. Wired Magazine noted that “What’s remarkable isn’t the fact Delphi completed this trip, but the fact several companies could have done it. Google, Audi, or Mercedes would have had little trouble handling this level of autonomous highway driving. The news here isn’t that this was possible, but that it was so easy.” The same magazine article pointed out that “Google may be more advanced than anyone: The tech giant says its self-driving cars are so far along, they can recognize and respond to hand signals from a police officer directing traffic.” …by Cedric Hughes, Barrister & Solicitor with regular weekly contributions from Leslie McGuffin, LL.B
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Youth are Planning for the Future at this year’s Earth Day Youth Summit Planning for the Future: REaDY, Set, Go! – this is the theme for the Richmond Earth Day Youth (REaDY) Summit taking place on Saturday, April 18 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Now in its fourth year, the REaDY Summit is a free youthled conference promoting environmental awareness and action through motivational speakers and inspiring workshops. This year’s event will takes place at Hugh Boyd Secondary School (9200 No. 1 Rd.). This year’s conference includes: •Three keynote speakers who are all inspiring youth environmental leaders: Tesicca Truong, named Canada’s Top
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25 environmentalists under 25; Veronika Bylicki, Director of UBC’s largest student-run sustainability organization, Common Energy, and a former TEDx presenter; and Alice Xu, environmental organizer and public outreach coordinator. •A Do-it-Yourself wisdom workshop from the David Suzuki Foundation’s Queen of Green, Lindsay Coulter, who will show you how to make daily household items to keep both your body and planet happy. •A live demonstration showcasing birds of prey that live in our region and how we can promote the conservation of these magnificent birds, which include owls, hawks and falcons. •A vegetable gardening work-
shop, led by BC master gardener James Spears, on how to grow food in your own kitchen or backyard. •Many other interactive workshops on topics such as energy use, seed paper-making, eco-marketing, building a community mural, repurposing household goods, invasive species, and sustainable seafood. The fourth annual REaDY Summit was created through a partnership between the City of Richmond, Richmond School District and David Suzuki Foundation. Admission to the REaDY Summit is free, however pre-registration is encouraged as space is limited. For more information on the workshops and to register, see www.readysummit.ca.
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Richmond Public Library hosts three-part series on grief gating the wilderness of grief. Sessions include: •“Understanding Grief and Finding Your Way,”Tuesday, April 21 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Thank you to all the dedicated volunteers who, in partnership with our tenants, make Richmond a better place. Alzheimer Society of B.C. Canadian Hemochromatosis Society Centre for Ability Chimo Community Services Family Services of Greater Vancouver Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives Richmond Community Foundation Richmond Hospice Association Richmond Multicultural Community Services Richmond Society for Community Living Richmond Women’s Resource Centre Association S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Supported Child Development Program
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•“Helping Children & Teens Cope with Death & Grief,”Tuesday, May 1 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. •“Helping Yourself & Others Heal After a Sudden Traumatic Death,”
Tuesday, May 26 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Bird has been in private practice with children, youth and families for over 25 years. The talks take place in the second
floor Community Place room at the Brighouse branch (7700 Minoru Gate). Register by visiting the library, calling 604-231-6413, or online at www.yourlibrary.ca/events.
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Richmond Public Library is hosting a three-part series of talks on grief. Noele Bird, a registered clinical counsellor and accredited music therapist will be talking about navi-
Christine Brodie says she is grateful for the emergency care she received at Richmond Hospital.
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veryday I hear from people about how glad they are that they have their own hospital here in Richmond.
One of those special people is Christine Brodie. Christine is a wonderful community champion, and Richmond has been her home since 1977. You may know her through her career as an educator or her work with youth at risk in Richmond School District or through her husband, Mayor Malcolm Brodie. We are very fortunate to have such passionate and dedicated community leaders in our city, and as you’ll read, we are also very fortunate
to have such expert care at Richmond Hospital. Here’s Christine Brodie, who shares her own experience: “I realize that Richmond is an island city, and we are proud that we take care of each other. When emergencies happen, it’s important to be able to trust the doctors and nurses as much as you would your friends and family with lives that are so precious. “We live just up the street from Richmond Hospital and I’m thankful for it every day. I couldn’t imagine not having a hospital close by. “In Spring 2013, I was rushed by ambulance to Richmond Hospital’s Emergency Department with sudden and severe abdominal pain. I was frightened. I had never needed emergency care for myself before. “It turned out that I was having a severe gallbladder attack, a medical emergency. My case was very complicated. The emergency physician told me that I must have had gallstones for months.
I didn’t have any idea that I had gallstones at all until he mentioned that nausea was a common symptom, and one that I had been suffering from for four or five months. I was shocked. “Being in a hospital, especially in the Emergency Department, can be very nerve-wracking, so the fact that the doctors and nurses made such an effort to engage with me made such a difference. “The surgeon in charge of my care, Dr. Bruce Allardyce, was great. He went the extra mile and stayed to do my surgery at 11 p.m. because he wanted to operate as soon as possible. Gallstones left long enough cause serious infection, so he and his team stayed late to make sure I was well cared for. “During shift changes, every nurse took the time to ensure the other had all of the necessary information. I never felt like a name on a chart. I always had the feeling that they were here for me. And since it was voting day for the provincial elec-
tion, they even gave me a ballot to complete in bed! “I ended up staying for a full eight days in hospital. For everyone visiting me, it was wonderful that I was so close by. I know that it’s a relief for patients and their families not to have to travel very far. “Thanks to the team at Richmond Hospital, I was able to get back to a normal life, in good health, and enjoy my retirement. “Even if you haven’t been to the hospital yourself yet, chances are you know someone who has been there. As Richmond continues to grow and our population ages, the needs of our hospital will grow too. We work like a family in Richmond and really do help and care for each other. That’s why supporting Richmond Hospital is so important. You are truly supporting your community.” Natalie D. Meixner is president and CEO of Richmond Hospital Foundation. See www. richmondhospital foundation.com for info.
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A Case of Whogotit Reasons for judgment were released recently in the case Bautista v. West. The question for the Court was whether a title transfer by the now deceased father was a gift. Under existing law, a transfer of title to land from a parent to an adult child is, without other evidence, presumed to be held by the adult child in trust for the parent. However, if the adult child can prove that the parent intended a gift, the gift stands. In this case, the parent divorced in 1997, having signed a separation agreement. In 1998, he met a woman with whom he had two children. In 2003, they signed a cohabitation agreement, under which the new spouse would not acquire an interest in the deceased’s real estate and other assets. In 2004, the deceased transferred his interest in his home to his two sons from his previous marriage. He then designated his pension and life insurance benefits to his two children from the new spouse. The new spouse launched a matrimonial action in 2005, prompting the deceased to move out of the house. Her action was unsuccessful. She received nothing. The deceased died in 2012, and the spouse then launched another action claiming an interest in his Estate and that the title transfer by the deceased in 2004 was not intended as a gift. That was also unsuccessful. Given the documents that the new spouse signed and the planning and conduct of the deceased, it was clear to the Court that the deceased intended a gift of the title to his sons. The sons received the title to the property. The case affirms, in my opinion, that there will never be a substitute for good planning.
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What is physical literacy? It is all about mastering fundamental movement skills. Physically literate individuals move with poise, confidence, competence and creativity in different physical environments. www.physicalliteracy.ca/what-is-physical-literacy Alexis has worked with preschool-aged children at Cambie Community Centre for over 20 years. Part of her job is to encourage children to discover how they best learn. Historically, physical activity occurred on the playground where children rode tricycles in a small space, or climbed the stairs to the slide. It was the teacher’s job to ensure children stayed safe from harm, which resulted in limiting their movement opportunities. Five years ago, the City of Richmond launched a community recreation initiative focused on teaching physical literacy skills to children aged 2 – 12 years old. In the preschool setting, sensory exploration was the mandate—giving children opportunities to see where their bodies fit in space and encourage risk taking. Alexis recalls the story of one student’s journey: “When Jenny entered our classroom, she was paralyzed with fear when we went outside. To encourage her to try balancing, I put out planks that she eventually, tentatively, walked along. Slowly she began to loosen up and become more confident. After Jenny became comfortable on the plank, we placed the plank on an incline. Slowly, slowly Jenny mastered this ramp. With this new-found confidence, Jenny began to speak out more in class, try new things and explore! My proudest moment with Jenny was watching her try to swing on a rope. She couldn’t reach the rope, so she looked around (you could see her brain working, trying to figure out what would work for her) and then she brought a tricycle over to the tree. Jenny climbed onto the seat of the bike and then onto the handlebars. Completely confident, completely happy, completely coordinated, completely at peace within because she had figured out how to achieve her goal of swinging on the rope.” Teaching children to push their physical limits while giving them ample opportunity to master fundamental movement skills such as balancing, running, kicking, climbing and throwing helps build their confidence in all facets of their lives. And those who are physically literate are more likely to be active for life! To learn more about physical literacy, check out the activities happening as part of Richmond’s Move for Health Week, May 4-8. Preschoolers are invited to take part in the Wee Walk Celebration on Friday May 8 at 10 a.m. at Minoru Park where you can meet Alexis and other preschool instructors leading children and their families through dozens of activity stations designed to encourage the development of fundamental movement skills. Find out more at www.richmond.ca/moveforhealth.
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Richmond actor Joel Garner is starring in a play by the legendary Canadian playwright Linda Griffiths. The Duchess aka Wallis Simpson is the epic and true tale of Wallis Simpson, the notorious, conventionsmashing American divorcee for whom Edward VIII gave up the British throne in 1936. The play, on now at the Cultch in Vancouver, follows her through her tumultuous adult life and features such his-
Richmond’s Joel Garner is a man of multiple faces in the play The Duchess aka Wallis Simpson, for which 10 actors take on 36 roles.
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what’s on Greg Girard: Richmond/Kowloon. Richmond/Kowloon features Vancouverbased artist Greg Girard’s photographs recording the social and physical transformations in two cities: Hong Kong’s Kowloon Walled City, and Richmond, BC. Organized by Richmond Art Gallery Curator Nan Capogna, the exhibition includes previously created work documenting Kowloon Walled City as well as a new body of photographic images of Richmond and its residents. April 17 – June 28 at Richmond Art Gallery. 7700 Minoru Gate. Info: www. richmondartgallery.org. 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 MidCentury neon paintings will be installed on the second-floor lobby of the Gateway Theatre in Richmond. The exhibit
How long have you been working in theatre? I did some semi-professional theatre in Calgary after university, moved out to the Lower Mainland in 2006 and then the music career took off first. I made a decision a few years back to gradually move into theatre work again. Once I did, the bug bit and I was smitten all over again. (Interesting story: Although I’m from Calgary, my first paid theatre gig was CCPA’s Spirit of a Nation back in 1999—I stayed with a host family in Richmond!)
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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. Richmond Potters 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.
Outreach Exhibition at City Hall: Intersecting Landscapes by Sorour Abdolahi. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Ongoing until April 21. Richmond City Hall, 6911 No. 3 Road. 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
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Events Cannery Farmers’ Market. The Cannery Farmers’ Market takes place inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site (12138 Fourth Ave.) on Sunday, April. 12 and 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 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 Read Local BC – Celebrate Local BC Authors & Their Works. April 17 & 25. As part of Read Local BC, a group of Chinese Canadian authors will be talking about their books in Cantonese and Mandarin. These programs will take place in the KwokChu Lee Living Room. Registration required. To register, visit any branch of Richmond public Library, register online at www.yourlibrary.ca/ events or call 604-2316413.
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Rodgers and Hammerstein revue opens tonight ‘Out of a Dream’ features some of the best songs of the 20th century by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter
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he memorable music of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II takes over the MainStage tonight when a new musical revue opens at Gateway Theatre.
Peter Jorgensen’s Rodgers and Hammerstein: Out of a Dreamis packed with songs from the famous music-and-lyrics duo known for classics such as The Sound of Music, Oklahoma! and The King and I. Jorgensen is wearing many hats for the show, including actor. Starring alongside are Jennifer Andersen, Katie Murphy, Eva Tavares and Sayer Roberts. Out of a Dream features music from all 11 collaborations of Rodgers and Hammerstein, including the songs “O, What a Beautiful Morning,” “Shall We Dance,” “Love, Look Away,” “I Have Confidence”
and “If I Loved You.” The music is supported by a loose narrative that travels through the stages of love. The show features approximately 40 songs, not all performed in entirety. Besides the favourites, Jorgensen is also introducing music audiences might not be familiar with. “I wanted to have a good balance of the well-known Rodgers and Hammerstein songs that people love, as well as some lesser-known gems they may never have heard of.” Rarely do creative partnerships such as the one between Rodgers and Hammerstein work so well for so long. The secret, Jorgensen believes, was their ability to unlock each other’s full potential. Out of a Dream is as much a tribute to Rodgers and Hammerstein as it is a chance to expose new audiences and artists to the artists’ work. “You can write stuff differently than they did, but I don’t think you can write anything better than they did. Their understanding of the form and the craft is impeccable. So there is that part of me that wants the new generation of artists to recognize there’s so much to learn from them,” said Jorgensen. “But also we don’t get a lot of chances to hear all these songs.”
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Music students to hold recitals The Richmond branch of the B.C. Registered Music Teachers Association will hold recitals this Sunday. The Richmond branch scholarships, Richmond Community Service scholarships and Winifred Proud scholar-
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Huang, 16, and Zawadiuk, 17, will feature a program of Beethoven, Piazzolla and Shostakovich. The evening will also feature a new composition by the young Tsai. Speakers, including Wilson, will also share their insights into the disease. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the pancreas stops producing insulin, a hormone that creates energy from food. There is no known cause or cure, but the foundation remains dedicated to answering such questions and developing better ways to treat the disease. Jammin’ for Jess begins at 7:30 p.m. on April 17 at the Koerner Recital Hall, 1270 Chestnut St., in Vancouver. Tickets, $10 to $15, at 778-668-6780 or jamminforjess2015@ gmail.com.
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Sahara Jane next up at Steveston Folk Guild Steveston Folk Guild is welcoming Sahara Jane to the Britannia Shipyards stage on Thursday, April 16. Jane a singer-songwriter from the Nova Scotia who grew up in a musical and culturally diverse family. Her latest CD, Lonesome Sky, is a folk album with elements of country, jazz and blues, highlighted by the great musicians who joined her on the project. She has an easy command of the guitar and finelycrafted songwriting skills. Her show promises to be an energetic concert, with a mix of styles. The April 16 show begins at 7:30 p.m. at Britannia Sahara Jane returns to the Britannia Shipyards Shipyards’ Chinese Bunkhouse. Tickets, $10, at the door. stage on Thursday, April 16.
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ners Guild engaged with wouldbe weavers at workshops and festivals, teaching them the art of making art with plants. Guided by local artist Marina Szijarto, participants used indigenous and invasive plants— harvested in Richmond—to craft fish art. More than 200 crafters jumped into the weaving waters, and most of the handwoven pieces were left in the guild’s care. Those fish are now floating above heads of visitors at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery as part of a community sculpture project entitled Interwoven: SalmonRiver-Tree. Interwoven is a tree-shaped net filled with the woven salmon. Each is unique. Keen-eyed
botanists will spot yellow flag iris, highbush blueberry, English ivy, bulrush and willow in the shipshape salmon designs. According to the guild, the sculpture is a “symbol of the interconnected nature of our lives here on the west coast with the plants, fish, birds, insects and animals.” The net, meanwhile, connects viewers with Richmond’s fishing history. The sculpture can be seen at the cannery until the end of summer. A public celebration of the artwork will be held Friday, April 17 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. inside the cannery. The free event is a chance to meet participants and enjoy light refreshments. RSVP to “Interwoven Celebration” at eventbrite.ca.
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Recognizing Richmond’s volunteer stars Dan Pallotta to speak at this year’s gala by Don Fennell Staff Reporter Renowned activist and fundraiser Dan
Pallotta will be the guest speaker at the 2015 Volunteers Are Stars Awards Tuesday at the River Rock Casino Resort. Pallotta says the way we think about charity is dead wrong. He says too many non-profits are rewarded for how
little they spend—not what they get done. Instead of equating frugality with morality, he proposes rewarding charities for their big goals and accomplishments. In other words, change the way we think about changing the world.
Thank you Vancouver Coastal HealthRichmond/Auxiliary Volunteers for making a positive difference in the community, especially for your support to our patients, clients and residents! The ripple effects of your valuable contributions improve the quality of life for those we serve.
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With more than 3.4 million views, Pallotta’s TED Talk is one of the most watched of all time. Naturally, Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives (formerly known as Volunteer Richmond) general manager Jocelyn Wong is stoked that the society is able to have Pallotta as its guest for Tuesday’s banquet and subsequently at the Caring Companies’ gathering the following day. “He is an international speaker and over 3.4 million people have viewed his TED talk already,” said Wong. “He is inspiring and is really shining some light on the non-profit organizations and the work we do. And why it is important to support that work.” Wong said she also finds Pallotta’s position on costs empowering. “Administrative cost should not be seen as a dirty word,” she said. “Maybe we need to define administration a little differently, but
without program staff we can’t run the community programs we need. The community programs serve everybody and it’s what makes our community vibrant. This is why we want to celebrate national volunteer week.” Pallotta invented the multi-day charitable event industry with the AIDS Rides and Brest Cancer 3-Days. The events raised more than half a billion dollars in nine years, and changed the landscape of opportunities for those seeking to make an extraordinary difference. Pallotta is also a passionate advocate for charities. The author of the best-selling Uncharitable: How Restraints on Nonprofits Undermine Their Potential, his newest book is Charity Case: How the Nonprofit Community Can Stand Up for Itself and Really Change the World. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has described the book as “an Apollo program for American
philanthropy and the nonprofit sector.” Pallotta is the founder and chief humanity officer of advertisity for Humanity, a full-service brand and inspiration agency for the humanitarian sector. He is also founder and president of the Charity Defence Council, a national leadership movement dedicated to transforming the way the donating public thinks about charity and change. During the Volunteers are Stars gala dinner and awards (which begin at 6 p.m. Tuesday), many of Richmond’s finest volunteers will be recognized in several categories. •Constellation Award Honours volunteers and volunteer groups for their service and contributions to the community. Four awards are given: two individuals and two groups.
•Nova Star Award Honours organizations that have carried out their objectives with creativity and innovation, all while responding to the needs of the community. •Shining Star Award Honours businesses for their contribution to strengthen the community either through volunteer time/programs, expertise, or funding to non-profit groups. •Milan Ilich Award for Leadership (Formerly Star of Richmond) Named after the late philanthropist Milan Ilich, one of Richmond’s most inspirational figures, this award honours an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the non-profit sector.
Volunteers are community superstars The City of Richmond is grateful for the dedication and hard work of our thousands of volunteers. Community safety programs, seniors and youth services, parks, recreation and cultural programs, environmental programs, emergency programs, special events and much more are made possible by those who give their time to help others in the community. To learn more about volunteer opportunities with the City of Richmond and our community partners, and to register online, please visit icanhelp.richmond.ca or email volunteerhelpdesk@richmond.ca.
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•Shooting Star Award Young people are leading the growth in volunteerism today. The Shooting Star Award honours youth volunteers under 25 years of age.
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Thank you to our volunteers!
Open daily: 10am to 5pm Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site 12138 Fourth Avenue (at Moncton) Richmond, BC To join our volunteer team, please contact us at 604.664.9009. Or visit our website for more information: Author and social entrepreneur Dan Pallotta, who invented the multi-day charitable event industry with the AIDS Rides and Breast Cancer 3-Days, is the keynote speaker at this year’s Volunteers are Stars.
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Thank You RFB Volunteers for your hard work in 2014!
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Rob Newell file photo Keynote speaker Pauline Rafferty from the Canadian Museum of Human Rights addressed a room full of volunteers at last year’s Volunteers are Stars gala.
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Pride in Our Community is the theme of this year's Volunteers Are Stars Gala Dinner and Awards to be presented at the River Rock Show Theatre. Clearly, Richmond is fortunate that so many of its residents subscribe whole-heartedly to the doctrine it is more blessed to give than to receive. As we offer our thanks during this National Volunteer Week, we're reminded of the many ways volunteers enrich our lives. Consider the following. •Volunteers are the backbone of every community. They are the individuals who step up to the plate to help
make a difference. •During the American Civil War, women volunteered their time to sew supplies for the soldiers and led by Clara Barton began providing aid to servicemen. Barton went on to form the American Red Cross in 1881 and began mobilizing volunteers for disaster relief operations. •Constantly evolving, the volunteer landscape in Canada reaches far and wide. Stats Can research shows Canadians in general are generous with their time, donating close to two billion hours in 2013. •Youth aged 15 to 19 are more engaged in volunteering than any
Thank you to all of our Volunteers who are the heart of our community.
Becoming education docents Carefully preparing artifacts for exhibits Digitizing and processing archival records You have happily and willingly been here for us. Your efforts are truly appreciated. THANK YOU!
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other age group. Sixtysix per cent volunteer an average of 110 hours per year. After a decline in volunteering among subsequent age groups, older adults (those folks 55-plus) pick up the torch again with 39 per cent contributing the most hours. For the great majority of volunteers, giving is winning. More often than not, most volunteers say the rewards they receive are far greater than the contributions they make. For some, volunteering also affords the opportunity to learn new skills or to use the valuable skills they already have. From an economic perspective, the efforts of those who give so selflessly of their time and talent is all but impossible to measure. Hours alone don't begin to explain the significance of volunteer work, though some have estimated the dollar value to be well into the billions. Perhaps the most accurate term is priceless. Everyone knows a volunteer. Perhaps she is your mother, your sister, your wife or daughter. He may be your father, brother, husband or son. The boss or the coach, a friend or a neighbour. Or it just might be hat person you see in the mirror. To all who volunteer, we salute you.
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Minoru Park’s new sports fields officially open Saturday Minoru Park is back in full swing this year—in time for the 2015 field sport season—thanks to a significant park facility upgrade. Local sports teams and residents of Richmond are invited to an official opening, led by Mayor Malcolm Brodie, to celebrate the parks comprehensive redevelopment this Saturday at 10 a.m. It will take place beside Latrace Field in Minoru Park. Council approved the replacement and expansion of the programs and services offered at the existing Minoru Aquatic Centre, Minoru Place Activity Centre and the former Minoru Pavilion in November 2013. And a 110,000 square foot complex designed to meet current and future recreational, sport, social and community needs was approved. The location identified for this new facility necessitated the relocation and replacement of Minoru 2 artificial turf field and Minoru 3/Latrace Field. During the design phase of these new
ation of an additional 32 parking stalls along Gilbert Road and a major upgrade of the east-west pedestrian pathway connector. Minoru Park has historically been the centre of recreational sports in Richmond and the legacy continues with the parks newly redesigned sports field amenities. This project, with a total budget of $6.3 million, was funded by the City of Richmond with the support of a $60,000 grant from Tire Stewardship BC.
sports fields, a special sports sub-committee representing Richmond Sports Council was formed to work alongside the design build team consisting of City employees, Wilco Civil Inc., and Van de Zalm & Associates. Representatives from soccer, baseball, field hockey, field lacrosse, cricket, and track and field clubs provided input into the design
of these new fields to improve opportunities for year round practice use, tournaments, and special events. Minoru 2 artificial turf field is designed to accommodate soccer, field hockey, and lacrosse and has been open for play since October 2014. The relocated Minoru 3/ Latrace Field, Richmond’s first artificial turf baseball field,
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Crisologo cards 69 to challenge for top spot on Arizona links Richmond’s Chris Crisologo carded a 69 in his final round for a three-under-par total of 213 to finish eighth overall, just four shots behind individual medalist Harry Wetton of Western New Mexico, leading the Simon Fraser University men’s golf team to a fifth-place finish at the Mustang Intercollegiate Tuesday at the Palm Valley Golf Club in Goodyear, Arizona. Simon Fraser has finished in the top five
in six of seven tournaments this year. The Clan has won twice. Crisologo, 19, shot rounds of 69, 75 and 69 to finish -3. He was one of nine golfers to finish the tournament under par. Crisologo had 11 birdies and one eagle in the tournament. Next up for Simon Fraser is the Great Northwest Athletic Conference Championship in Coeur D’Alene, Idaho April 20.
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Prelude to PIC will decide final six berths to international event by Don Fennell Sports Editor The final six berths (three men’s teams and three women’s teams) for the 2015 Pacific International Cup are up for grabs this weekend at the Richmond Curling Centre.
The remaining spots have all been filled for next week’s event, which since 2000 has brought together the top grassroots curlers from around the globe. This year’s lineup is no exception, with a women’s team representing Brazil scheduled to make its debut and teams from Colorado, California, Michigan, Oregon and Washington representing the U.S. Matt Panoussi, who has become a fan favourite at the PIC, is again entering a team representing Australia in the men’s division while another
team from down under—nearby New Zealand—will also compete this year. The U.S. will be represented in the men’s division by teams from Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Oregon, Wisconsin and Washington. The first draw is next Wednesday at 2 p.m. Action continues through next weekend, with the international and B.C. finals set for 10:30 a.m. April 19. The winning B.C. team qualifies for the national Travelers Curling Club Championships. The Pacific International Cup finals go at 1:30 p.m.
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Low scores triple OT winner to advance ‘Tips Richmond minor hockey grad Brayden Low hero as Everett advances in Western Hockey League playoffs by Don Fennell Sports Editor Brayden Low could have taken a bow had he not been exhausted. The Richmond minor hockey product emerged as the hero of the longest game in Everett Silvertips’ history Tuesday night, scoring 3:43 into the third overtime period to lift the ‘Tips past Spokane Chiefs 2-1 in Game 6 of the first round Western Hockey League playoff series at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. The victory gave Everett a four-games-to-two win in the Western Conference series, setting the stage for a second-round showdown with Low’s original WHL team, Portland Winter Hawks, starting Friday night in Everett. “What an unbelievable feeling. So proud of the boys,” Low said on his Twitter account. Of the goal, Low told The Richmond Review that it was “something else” to be able to score it, “but it’s still kind of a blur.” “We have a set forecheck and I was just kind of following the
Christopher Mast photo Richmond’s Brayden Low has a history of stepping up his game in the playoffs. The big centre did so again in the opening round of this year’s Western Hockey League playoffs, scoring a series-best four goals, including the triple overtime winner in Game 6 Tuesday, as the Everett Silvertips eliminated the Spokane Chiefs. Everett hosts the Portland Winter Hawks in the opening game of the Western Conference semifinals tonight.
guidelines of being the second guy coming in. There was an errant pass and I just took the puck to the net,” he said.
Acquired by general manager Gary Davidson, who drafted him as a Bantam while Davidson was manager at Portland, Low, 20,
scored a series-high four goals against Spokane. Centering a line featuring Russian prospect Nikita Scherbak, the
first round pick of the Montreal Canadiens in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft, the defensive-minded Low enjoyed a career year with 16 goals and 16 assists in 70 regularseason games. He had eight goals and 12 assists in 69 games during the 2013-14 season. However, Low has always played his best hockey in the post-season. He had a goal and three assists in five playoff games in 2014 and has five points in six games this post-season. “I’ve always looked forward to the playoffs,” said Low, an alternate captain with the ‘Tips this season. His importance to the club is further reflected in his receiving the Iron Man Award and the Booster Club’s Fierce Predator Award. Low expects a tough series with Portland, but is anxious to take up the challenge facing the team with which he got his feet wet in the WHL. “It would be cool if we can win,” he said. “I think it’s our time.” Low believes the ‘Tips, coached by former NHL bench boss Kevin Constantine, have all the ingredients needed to go far. “We have four lines than can play in all situations, six really good defensive defencemen, and two very good goalies,” he said. “Carter (Hart) has been playing unbelievable lately and was a big reason why we won the series against Spokane. He’s amazing at 16 and I’ve told him I can’t imagine how good he’ll be when he’s 18.”
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100 metre butterfly event at the Canadian trials last week in Toronto. Thomas’ time was 58.17 seconds to Savard’s 58.18 seconds. Both were under the primary standard for words, for which Thomas has also qualified, Aaug. 5 to 16 in Kazan, Russia. ‘’It was the last couple of strokes
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Choose from a lovely collection of three bedroom townhomes on 2 or 3 levels that come complete with attached garages and beautifully planted front and back yards.
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Charming new townhome community designed for the way you really want to live An escape from the ordinary townhome in a beautiful new area of Maple Ridge – that is Maple Heights in a nutshell. The unique master-planned community is nestled amongst trees, lush habitats and a natural setting, offering homeowners all the urban conveniences they rely on without compromising the greenery of a lovely landscaped setting. The charming townhome community is the perfect place to raise a family, offering a unique mix of two-storey double car garage layouts to three-storey tandem garage layouts. Access to greenspace is a guarantee, with some of the homes even backing on to Rainbow Creek and a walking
paths. Enjoy entertaining and outdoor living on spacious patios and decks with a professionally landscaped yard. The walkable neighborhood offers nearby shops and services like Haney Place Mall that includes Thrifty Foods and Alouette Dental Centre, Maple Ridge Square
Welcome to Maple Heights — a unique master-planned community gently nestled amongst the trees. Bordering nearby Kanaka Creek Regional Park and adjacent to walking trails and Rainbow Creek, Maple Heights is a distinctive collection of nature-centric homes where greenery is all around you.
with a Shoppers Drug Mart and Valley Fair Mall with banking options and a liquor store. Nearby schools include private, secondary and elementary education options, restaurants range from bars and grills to coffee shops, outdoor adventures include golf courses and parks, while local indoor activities range from the Maple Ridge Museum, a public library, the ACT Arts Centre, Chances Casino and many others. “We are located just minutes from Kwanaka Creek Regional Park and are also a 5-minute drive from the Westcoast express station, if you need to commute to Vancouver, and 10 minutes
Your new townhome at Maple Heights is close to amenities and restaurants as well as schools, shopping and only 5 minutes to the Westcoast Express.
from the Golden Ears Bridge,” says marketing and sales manager, Vanessa Isler. A matter of fact, Isler says that “enviable location” is among the Top 3 features of Maple Heights. The others include, contemporary finishes like shaker or flat panel cabinetry and quartz countertops throughout (bathrooms and kitchen), as well as stainless steel gas appliances, and the fact that the new, family friendly community is built by StreetSide, a Qualico company. “Homeowners can be assured that we as a company have been around for 65 years and aren’t going anywhere,” says Isler. All of the townhomes are threebedrooms, starting from $330, including net GST. There is a choice of two interior colour schemes by Occupy Design., - all homes come with powder rooms on the main floor and 9ft ceilings, with the optional upgrade of a cozy electric fireplace in the living room. Maple Heights offers the kind of
freedom and security that comes from finding a place with plenty of room to grow, play, move and roam. From big open spaces and lush habitats to explore, including Alouette Lake or a huge array of hiking trails, along with camping, boating and fishing – the laidback and friendly charm of the area is a reminder that finding a dream home and location in one shouldn’t be compromised. While taking in the scenic mountains on a Sunday morning, enjoying a picnic by a nearby lake, exploring the abundance of waterfalls and creeks, or strolling to the one of the nearby stores for a bottle of wine to entertain guests in your contemporary town home, the opportunity for a great life at Maple Heights is there, it’s up to you to decide what to do with it. The sales centre is located at #104 – 11305 240 Street, Maple Ridge (240th and Kanaka Way). Grand opening is Saturday April 11 at noon!
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WELCOME TO YOUR BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME in desirable Imperial Village! Impeccably maintained and cared for, the home features a great layout with 4 bedrooms and games room up, a den on the main and an abundance of natural light throughout. The back yard offers a private retreat with well manicured gardens and a tranquil water feature. Fantastic location close to schools (including Southpointe Academy), shopping, transit and just blocks away from the newly built Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course — TRULY A GREAT FAMILY HOME! $967,800.
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MANAGER’S CLEARANCE BLOWOUT ONLY 8 HOMES REMAIN! These are our largest homes available in the best location within the community. Two, three and four bedroom homes, located just steps away from world class shopping and amenities, and recently named Best Townhouse Development at the 2014 Georgie Awards.
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A great place to start... End unit with West facing backyard & patio. Lovely for those summer BBQ’s. Well maintained complex in West Ladner. Walking distance to schools, transit, recreation & shopping. Roof is approx 5 years. Pet friendly. Rentals allowed.
3618 Handel Avenue, Vancouver East Prime Champlain Heights Townhome Here’s your chance to live in the popular “Ashleigh Heights” complex. This 1732 sq. ft. townhome has 3 bedrooms/3 baths, double garage & is just steps to Matheson Cres. for lots of guest parking. The back yard is fully fenced, private, manicured & features year round southern horizon views that can be enjoyed from the sensibly designed kitchen, dining area & living room. The warmth from the 2 sided fireplace keeps this home cozy thanks to all new energy efficient windows & patio doors. The 2nd floor offers 2 bedrooms, full bath & new sxs washer/ dryer. The master bedroom enjoys solitude on the top level with overheight ceilings, wall to wall closets & silhouette blinds. A huge spa like ensuite is included. Steps to bus/skytrain.
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HAMILTON ~ 23311 WESTMINSTER HWY ~ $838,000 If you have been waiting for the opportunity to live on the RIVER FRONT with RIVER & MOUNTAIN VIEWS, look no further. This huge waterfront lot is situated in the popular up can coming Hamilton neighbourhood of Richmond. Easy access to all transportation routes for Vancouver, Burnaby, New West and Delta. Older but very liveable 4 bedroom home located on a beautiful corner lot that is ideal for you to build your big dream home for the entire family. These properties do not come along very often and the chance to live along side the Fraser River with all the scenery is very special. Hamilton has schools, rec center and their own fire department. This is a great community to settle down long term with the whole family.
QUILCHENA ~ 7491 ANVIL CRES ~ $1,018,000 This wonderful property backs out west onto the south end of Quilchena Elementary school grounds. Some views of the north shore mountains from the sunny north and west facing sundeck. This home has been lovingly cared for and well maintained with various improvements over the years. Move right in with lots of space to grow and or accommodate your extended family too. This is a great location and a great home for the whole family. Make it yours today.
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Born in Morden, Manitoba and raised in Cloverdale, BC, Betty met, and married Stan in 1947, after which they moved to Richmond, BC, where they raised their family. Stan and Betty moved to West Kelowna, BC in September of 2014. Betty is survived by her husband, Stan of 67 years, daughters, Donna (Bill) Shumborski of Kelowna and, Karel (Gordy) Miller of Richmond, BC. Her 2 grandchildren, Rielly Miller of Richmond, BC. and Brett Miller of Abbotsford, BC, will sadly miss their Nana.
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14100220 6th Ave. & 11011 - 12771 7th Ave. 70 14100230 12080 - 12133 1st Ave. 3011 - 4099 Chatham St. 35 14201061 10060 - 10411 Freshwater Dr. 26 14201084 Springhill Cres. Springhill Pl. Springmont Dr. Springside Pl. 68 14201154 5011 - 5971 Williams Rd. 70 14202013 Gormond Rd. Jesmond Ave. 47 14203135 8011 - 8871 Fairdell Cres. 67 14203244 Bairdmore Cres. 43 14800043 6011 - 6491 Mara Cres. 6031 - 6480 Skaha Cres. 62 14800221 Drewry Cres. Granville Ave. & Cres. Twintree Pl. 110 14901020 2000 Blk River Rd, Westminster Hwy 40 14901036 5179 - 5297 Turquoise Dr. 49 14901042 Garrison Crt. Garrison Rd. 96 14901046 Cairns Crt. Garrison Rd. 36 14901173 7060 - 7660 Langton Rd. 88 14901174 5011 - 5786 Blundell Rd 62 14901175 7040 - 7960 No. 2 Rd. 85 14901216 Donald Rd. Grandy Rd. Udy Rd. 75 14902124 4011 - 4770 & 4776 - 4780 Blundell Rd. 78 14902127 4771 - 4775 Blundell Rd. 8 14902140 7071 - 7791 Montana Rd. 56 14903050 5500 - 6999 No. 1 Rd. 58 14903071 Forsyth Cres. Westminster Hwy. 57
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
CARETAKER needed for a 15 unit motel in Delta. Free accommodation plus income included in the package. This position is ideal for retired couple looking to keep busy while enjoying some income. For more information Call (604) 9432632.
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 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lic req Email resume: bachra@shaw.ca
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MEDICAL/DENTAL RN CLINICAL COORDINATOR
Irene Thomas Hospice The Delta Hospice Society is seeking a Clinical Coordinator (RN), CHPCN(c) preferred, for a full-time position at the Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner, BC. The Clinical Coordinator provides supervision to nursing and support staff of the hospice residence. Responsibilities overseeing dayto-day operations include scheduling staff, managing daily patient flow, supporting complexity in care and achieving patient/family goals of care. The Clinical Coordinator supports the duties required to maintain provincial licensing and meet Fraser Health contractual obligations. For position description and application expectations, visit: www.deltahospice.org on the homepage under â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Join our Teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.
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nancy@deltahospice.org by deadline: April 26, 2015
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MIN. EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM Reasonable Rates 604-270-6338
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PRESSURE WASHING
HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC
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Running this ad for 10yrs
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
CEDAR FENCE INSTALLATION
FINANCIAL SERVICES
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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Insured / WCB
604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
S&S Landscaping
PERSONAL SERVICES
Plumbing â&#x20AC;˘ Electrical â&#x20AC;˘ Woodwork â&#x20AC;˘ Drywall â&#x20AC;˘ Bathrooms â&#x20AC;˘ Painting â&#x20AC;˘ Handyman â&#x20AC;˘ Textured Ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ FREE Quotes Door Repairs: Patio â&#x20AC;˘ Pocket â&#x20AC;˘ Bi-folds â&#x20AC;˘ Shower
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS
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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE GRASS CUTTING $20+
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
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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 $375,000obo. 778-881-4717
RENTALS
#1 AAA Rubbish Removal
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25 Years Serving Rmd. Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service FREE ESTIMATES
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL
Power Washing, Gutters, Windows, Maintenance, Res/Comm. Lic/Insâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Free Est. Call Dean 604-839-8856
SAND & GRAVEL SALES All types of sand & gravel 604-560-9255
SUITES, LOWER
RICHMOND - California Point. 3 Bdrm, walk to schools. Avail now. $1400/mo incl hydro/net/lndry. Can be furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Call 604-278-9589.
Joe 604-250-5481
604 - 861 - 6060 We do tile roofs, gutters, windows, siding drvwy. WCB insured. Our #1 goal is to satisfy our customers.
LOTS
TRANSPORTATION 845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373 POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
A+ Lawn & Garden - Residential & Commercial services. 604.908.3596
PARM LANDSCAPING LTD. Complete Lawn Maint. Pwr Raking, Cedar Fence Intall. 604-271-5319
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Immediate Openings:
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#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations Repairs - 604.878.5232
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MOVING & STORAGE
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
FIVE STAR ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. 778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505
AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
ARBUTUS ROOFING & DRAINS Ltd We specialize in: F Shingle Roofing F Flat Roofing F Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
604-537-4140
PETS
Residential / Strata
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
MIRACLE MOVING
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
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
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS CONCRETE FORMING, FRAMING & SIDING. 604.218.3064
Small Indoor Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Repairs, Painting & Trash Hauling. Call Dan 604-761-9717
VECTOR RENOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions Call 604-690-3327
604 - 259 - 2482 www.arbutusroofing.com
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
477
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 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
604 - 720 - 2009 ~We accept Visa & Mastercard~ ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-5 ton truck, 2 men fr $45. Seniors Discount. Honest, bsmt clean up. 25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576
PITTBULL pups, born Feb 24th. Blue/blue brindle. Gotti/razors edge. $850-$1250. 604-765-0453
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING
SIBERIAN HUSKY, male, needs a good home. Fenced yard a must. Ph: (604)866-2934 (Langley)
Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555. . FREE Scrap Metal Removal. .FREE Scrap metal removal. Appls, BBQS, exercise equip, cars, etc. 604-572-3733 ww.tkhaulaway.com
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The 2381 BCR (Irish Fusiliers) Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps from Richmond, sent 12 local cadets and four staff officers to participate in an educational/recreational exchange hosted by the Hong Kong Adventure Corps. Throughout the 9 days trip, the twelve Richmond army cadets had the opportunity to learn about the different kinds of youth development training that the Hong Kong Adventure Corps administer and participate in various cultural activities. On March 25, Major. Gary Law had the honour to lay a wreath and pay respect to the Canadian fallen soldiers at the Sai Wan War Cemetery in the presence of all the participating cadets and staff.
Kudos is a weekly feature showcasing announcements, achievements and good deeds happening around town. E-mail submissions to news@richmond review.com
Martin van den Hemel photo Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie shattered a bottle of bubbly to mark the start of construction at a massive Richmond Auto Mall expansion.
Richmond-based WhiteWater West Industries Ltd is a recipient of the Best Managed Companies designation for excellence in business performance. Sponsored by Deloitte, CIBC, National Post, Queen’s School of Business and MacKay CEO Forums, the Best Managed designation is a prestigious corporate award recognizing companies for their sustained growth, financial performance, management practices and the efforts of the entire organization. Left to right: Paul Chutter, Paul Yeager, Geoff Chutter (CEO), Andrew Wray, Michael Heaven, Harley Ensing, John Bookless.
Apply for a grant of up to $1,000 for projects that make Richmond more connected and engaged. Deadline is April 16. Learn more at
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