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Chinese leaders say education, not regulation for signs New group to follow route of city staff in urging businesses to include English by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter A group of Chinese leaders is vowing to visit businesses with Chinese-only signs and urge owners to include English. Calling itself the Signs of Harmony Group, members say they aren’t in favour of a bylaw regulating language on signs. Instead, they plan to “locate, communicate, educate and improve.” Their strategy includes encouraging businesses to use English, while working with other business owners to improve signs that “may cause misunderstanding,” such as those with multiple languages set in different colours, and specialty shops that aren’t able to translate all products. “Without English…signs may confuse some people and may cause frustrations,” according to the group’s Tuesday news release. Group members are: Capilano University business professor Allen Zhu; president of Royal Pacific Realty Group David Choi;

Matthew Hoekstra Alan Resinger demonstrates the acrobatics of his control-line airplane, created from balsa wood. This city-owned green space on Rice Mill Road is the domain of hobbyists who pilot control-line model aircraft—a space they say is getting crowded because of a controversial bylaw. See story, page 3.

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former radio host Han Yan; Simon Fraser University professor Jan Walls; Ken Tung, president of a Richmond information technology company and former SUCCESS chair; developer Magdalen Leung; business owner Michael Chiu; and former SUCCESS CEO Tung Chan. The group encourages people to report, with photos, any business sign lacking English to signsofharmony@hotmail.com. While Richmond Hill, Ont. requires at least 50 per cent of a sign’s text be in English or French, Richmond doesn’t regulate language on signs of businesses, development sites or advertisements. Last fall Richmond city council adopted a plan to consult the public on the language issue and asked staff to confront business owners to encourage the addition of English on signs. At a March 12 public forum, Cecilia Achiam, the city manager responsible for the sign file, said staff had already visited over 600 City Centre businesses. “In talking to people face-to-face we’re reminding people we’re an inclusive community, you need a sign permit to do business, and by the way, if you don’t have signage in English you are losing at least 50 per cent of potential customers,” she said.

Signs with little or no English on them are frequently seen in Richmond.

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Rice Mill Road pilots draw the line Public field suited for control-line model planes only, say lease-holders by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Near the George Massey Tunnel, several kilometres from the airport, a pair of unusual runways mark an otherwise ordinary field. The airstrips are circular, and the aircraft tethered. This city-owned green space on Rice Mill Road is the domain of hobbyists who pilot control-line model aircraft—a space they say is getting crowded because of a controversial bylaw. Control-line pilots have noticed other model aircraft flying here since city council’s decision to ban models at all other Richmond parks by Aug. 1. Now model pilots who aren’t members of a control-line club are being asked to go elsewhere. “While we initially may have suggested that Rice Mill is an option, it’s not really a good option for those other than people with fixed line aircraft, because others would conflict with that use,” said Ted Townsend, city spokesperson. Council has delayed final adoption of the bylaw to give staff time to investigate whether there’s a suitable site to fly radio controlled model aircraft, quad-copters and drones in Richmond. For now, still in effect is the old bylaw, which only bans gas-powered models in city parks. “It’s going to take some time to work through because we need to Transport Canada regula-

tions and other issues to find a suitable location, but we’re trying to move through that as quickly as possible,” said Townsend. The city already has an agreement with the Vancouver Gas Model Club to allow controlline planes at Rice Mill Road. The planes are connected to operators by control lines, and flown above a paved circle at low-altitude. Other model aircraft can interfere with flying circles, overhead wires and even a dog club that shares part of the field, according to the club. “When you’re talking about drones that are flying loose, with high tension lines above, you’re talking about something that can get out of control,” said Gerald Boyd, a longtime club member. “They’re untethered. They’re all over the sky.” Boyd said the field is open to new controlline pilots, but they must join a local club and be members of the Model Aeronautics Association of Canada, which provides liability insurance. “The field has been in use by us for over 30 years and is also leased by us,” said Boyd, who noted his club shares the field with the Pacific Aeromodellers Club. “We welcome (new members) to fly at our club, but please join MAAC, and then we will be protected and then the city will be protected.” Although interest in control-line planes isn’t what it once was, the Vancouver Gas Model Club still has around 25 members. Most, including Bruce Duncan, got into the hobby at a young age. Duncan first joined the club in 1953 after a childhood interest in flight led to a pilot’s licence and a lifelong passion for balsa-wood models. “I always liked airplanes,” he said. “I’d ride my bike to school and pretend it was an airplane.”

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Martin van den Hemel photo Richmond Mounties were quick to respond to a bank robbery at the Bank of Montreal at No. 5 Road and Steveston Highway, just a stone’s throw from their headquarters.

Mounties don’t have to drive far after nabbing robbery suspect Bank robbed near police station by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter

A bank robbery suspect won’t be winning any intelligence awards for his decision making on Wednesday morning. The bandit allegedly struck

Matthew Hoekstra Alan Resinger, with his electric-powered competitive control-line aerobatic airplane at Rice Mill Road field, along with other model pilots Gerald Boyd and Bruce Duncan.

a Bank of Montreal at No. 5 Road and Steveston Highway before sprinting away around 10:30 a.m. What he probably didn’t realize is that the RCMP’s Richmond headquarters are just a stone’s throw away from that same intersection, and at any given time of day, police cruisers, both marked unmarked, roll through. A gas jockey said he saw a man in jeans sprint down

Steveston Highway, coming from the direction of the bank, before the area was flooded with police vehicles. Richmond RCMP Cpl. Dennis Hwang said police managed to nab the suspect. The male suspect, in his mid 40s, was well known to police, Hwang said, adding that the public and great team work combined to help locate the man.

The B.C. government has fired against B.C. Liberal MLA and Agricultural Land Commission former Agriculture Minister Pat board chair and CEO Richard Pimm when he tried to interBullock, and will pay out his fere in an application before the commission, which took five-year contract until it ends in November, Agriculture Minister courage and conviction. Norm Letnick said Thursday. “Bullock is a true champion Bullock will be replaced effecfor agriculture, who is retive immediately by long-time spected by all sectors of the Saanich mayor Frank Leonard, agriculture industry for his exwho was voted out after nearly pertise and fair-mindedness,” 20 years in last fall’s civic elections. Popham said. “This is a critical Letnick said with new regula- Richard Bullock. time for B.C. agriculture, as the Liberals prepare to release new tions taking effect to manage the Agricultural Land Reserve with two regulations stemming from Bill 24, which zones, it was time to make a change and let weakened farmland protections on 90 per Leonard and the board choose a new CEO. cent of ALR land. By replacing B.C.’s agriThe B.C. government has been at odds with cultural watch dog with someone with no Bullock since early in his five-year term, when background in agriculture, the B.C. Liberals he stopped appointing commissioners to six are making it clear that their attack on the regional panels around the province. ALR has only just begun.” The opposition New Democrats say the Leonard takes over as the ALC deals with a move is another example of the Liberals at- vast Interior “zone two” with relaxed rules for tacking B.C. farmland. second residences and non-farm activities. “Richard Bullock has been an effective Commissioners are also expected to deal advocate for the protection of farmland in with applications by a British manufacturing British Columbia. Instead of thanking him, giant buying B.C. Interior farms to turn back the Liberals are showing him the door be- to forest for European Union carbon credits. fore the end of his term,” said New Democrat Letnick said the regional panels are up and agriculture spokesperson Lana Popham. “By running, and he doesn’t expect the change firing him the B.C. Liberals are continuing at the top to cause delays in making decitheir war on B.C.’s agricultural land.” sions on farmland use or exclusion. Popham noted that Bullock fought back —with files from Black Press

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Richmond Night Market aims to draw families with pirate theme

Richmond Night Market founder Raymond Cheung sits comfortably on the Throne of Rotato, inspired by the uncomfortable iron throne from the HBO series Game of Thrones.

Council Update Join us as we reduce energy use – and cost By Ken Johnston The City of Richmond has been a leader in embracing corporate energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas Ken Johnston (GHG) emissions for Councillor more than 20 years. From simple steps such as converting to energy efficient light bulbs to major undertakings such as our district energy program, Richmond is constantly seeking new ways to reduce our reliance on carbon-based energy sources and limit our overall energy consumption. Of particular importance to me is the BC Climate Action Charter through which Richmond has committed to being carbon neutral. The numbers are still being validated for 2014 but it is expected the City will be recognized for carbon neutrality for the second straight year. Due to our accumulated surplus of GHG offsets and the ongoing growth of our organics diversion program, it is projected the City will also achieve carbon neutrality for 2015 and 2016. Other initiatives include the City’s Green Fleet Action Plan, adopted in 2013, and the revised High Performance Building Policy, adopted in 2014. We’ve introduced

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electric vehicles into our City fleet and taken many other steps to curb fuel use. Construction begins soon on two new fire halls and the multi-purpose Minoru Complex. All will be built to meet aggressive targets for reduced energy use and GHG emissions. Our innovative district energy program creates an economically viable and sustainable energy supply for its users from sources that are locally produced and controlled. In coming years, we will be the power company for thousands of residents and businesses in the West Cambie and Oval Village area. We’ve created a number of programs and resources to allow homeowners and businesses to join us in saving energy and money. The Building Energy Challenge provides resources and training to operators of commercial, multifamily and institutional buildings and businesses to reduce energy use and costs. We partner with many agencies to offer rebates and other resources to help homeowners save energy too. Currently, residents can get a $100 or $200 rebate for purchasing an Energy Star model clothes washer before the end of June. To find out more about these and other initiatives, visit our website www.energy.richmond.ca and watch for a special upcoming report in this newspaper later this summer.

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There will be more for families to see and do when the Richmond Night Market opens Friday to launch the 2015 season. Founder Raymond Cheung, of Firework Productions Ltd., has brought in two giant pirate ships, one that’s inflatable and designed for children, the other a colourful creation complete with smoke-spewing cannons and bubbles galore. This year’s event, dubbed LolliDuck’s Adventure, is bigger than ever, with an expanded food section that’s 25 per cent larger than last year, and has more than 100 vendors offering cuisine from Taiwan, Korea, China, Japan, the Philippines, Vietnam and even Greece. New this year are the minds behind the BBQ offerings featured annually at the PNE. Cheung said this year’s market will also

feature an expanded entertainment area, with more carnival-style games for families to enjoy. And for those looking for smart phone covers, inexpensive jewelry and other trinkets, there will be 170 retail booths as well. Cheung is particularly proud of one new feature this year: the Throne of Rotato, a fibreglass creation inspired by the iron throne from the popular HBO TV series Game of Thrones. Those planning to visit the market are invited to purchase a new $2 coupon book that offers savings of more than $250. The Richmond Night Market is located at 8351 River Rd., at the north end of No. 3 Road, just west of River Rock Casino Resort. For more information, visit richmond nightmarket.com

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New airport mall announces list of tenants McArthurGlen outlet mall will open with at least 46 shops, including recognizable brands by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter

A new retail mall now under construction on Sea Island will boast many recognizable brands when it opens this summer. McArthurGlen Vancouver Airport announced its first list of tenants Wednesday—46 in all—ahead of Phase 1 opening now scheduled for early summer. New shops coming to Richmond include Hugo Boss, Calvin Klein and Mavi Jeans, along with a new location of Vancouver’s Secret Location—a store that markets itself as part lifestyle boutique, part restaurant. Twelve of the brands are already at Richmond Centre mall five kilometres away. Another nine brands also have outlets at SmartCentres’ Queensborough Landing shopping centre at the east end of Lulu Island. The mall will, however, boast the first Lower Mainland location for some brands, including the women’s activewear store Lolë and contemporary designer label Ports 1961. Several more stores are in the process of completing leasing terms. At opening, mall managers expect the first phase of the centre to be 70 per cent full, according to a news release. “We are very happy with the way leasing has progressed and feel shoppers will be thrilled with the brand mix,” said Robert Thurlow, general manager, in a news release. “From Coach to Polo Ralph Lauren to Mountain Warehouse, there is really going to be an exciting mix of luxury, premium and lifestyle brands that will

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appeal to everyone at McArthurGlen Vancouver Airport.” The open-air village-style mall, whose early plans called for the first phase to be complete by last fall, is a joint project between Vancouver Airport Authority and London-based McArthurGlen group. It’s being built near Canada Line’s Templeton Station on Sea Island with “pedestrian-friendly walkways, tree-lined streets, a dancing foun-

An artist’s rendering of the McArthurGlen Vancouver Airport centre, an open-air retail mall under construction near the airport on Sea Island.

tain, gentle landscaping, a luxury piazza and a variety of façades,” according to McArthurGlen. Restaurants, cafes and open-air seating areas are also planned, along with a children’s playground and on-site entertainment. Once the mall opens, a second phase is scheduled to open 18 to 24 months later, according to Ally Day, McArthurGlen Vancouver Airport’s marketing manager. A career fair for the mall’s first 600 retail posi-

tions is planned for May 24 and 25 at Fairmont Waterfront Hotel in downtown Vancouver. It follows an earlier career fair at River Rock Casino Resort last month that drew over 1,600 applicants. The job fair, at 900 Canada Place Way, is May 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and May 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Applicants are asked to bring copies of their resume and cover letter at the drop-in style fair.

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Referendum participation nears 40 per cent

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May 15 is deadline for voters to request a ballot by Jeff Nagel Black Press

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Elections BC says it has now received and screened 616,519 Metro Vancouver transit referendum ballots from 39.5 per cent of registered voters. The breakdown of returned ballots shows the count has surpassed November’s municipal election turnout in most municipalities. Spokesman Don Main said Elections BC has caught up in processing incoming ballots and no longer has a significant backlog to work through. The latest numbers come as a final push is on by both the Yes and No camps in the Metro Vancouver transit plebiscite to ensure every voter gets a ballot. Some residents may not have received ballot packages because they misplaced or lost them or they receive one for other reasons, such as an address change.

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Traveller fined $18,000 for smuggling in goods Xiao Wei Wu may have to pay up additional $63,000 for return of items by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter

It was an expensive trip for a traveller who quietly brought back nearly $80,000 worth of jewelry, designer clothing and accessories, but didn’t declare them to customs officials. Xiao Wei Wu appeared in Richmond provincial court last month after pleading guilty to evading the payment of duties, and was sentenced to not only a $18,559.50 fine, but also a nine-month term of probation that includes 60 hours of community service. Last September, Wu was returning to Vancouver International Airport from a trip to France and China. After being referred for a secondary examination, an officer discovered Wu was carrying several undeclared items, including a Piaget watch, a necklace, a pair of earrings, two bottles of eau de toilette, Chanel hand bags, a wallet, two pairs of Salvatore Ferragamo shoes, Hermes scarves, and nine other pieces of high-end clothing, Canada Border Services spokesperson Stefanie Wudel said. The total estimated value of the undeclared goods was $79,389, which meant she evaded $9,279.75. In addition to the court fine, Wu will have to pay a penalty of between 24 per cent and 80 per cent of the value of the seized items, which means Wu may have to pay an additional $63,000 to get her items returned. Smuggling, undervaluation and other Customs Act offences may lead to seizure and or prosecution, Wudel said.

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The governing Progressive Conservatives, in power under seven different premiers since 1971, were dramatically thrown out of office by voters — capturing just 10 seats and coming in third. Taking their place as the government of Alberta is the Alberta NDP, a party which has never held more than 16 seats in the legislature. In the past, most of its electoral strength has been confined to the

Edmonton area. The NDP won 54 seats, although there was a tie vote in one Calgary riding. Final results there are not yet official. Political scientists are having a field day with the election. There are many reasons for the fall of the PCs and the rise of the NDP, but the overriding one seems to be that the PCs took power for granted after 44 years. While new PC leader Jim Prentice was capable and experienced, his actions in luring most of the opposition Wildrose Party’s MLAs to his caucus, and bringing in a budget that punished ordinary Albertans,

seemed to infuriate voters. The NDP under Rachel Notley seemed the best option for many of them. This election could have implications for the federal election in October. The Conservatives won all but one seat in Alberta in 2011. If there is a significant shift away from them (although they are not directly connected to the Alberta PCs), it could hurt the party’s chances of being re-elected as government. The federal Liberals could also be hurt by the shift to the NDP provincially, while the federal NDP in Alberta, who now hold just one

seat there, are likely to benefit. In B.C., there are also implications. Notley opposes the Northern Gateway pipeline, which would now seem to have little chance of being built. She backs the twinning of the Kinder Morgan pipeline, and she also wants more Alberta oil processed in Canada — something many people of all political stripes agree with. It is quite likely that she and B.C. Premier Christy Clark can work well together on many issues, including pipelines and adding value to resources extracted in Canada. —Langley Times

I love my part-time neighbours by Bob Niles Contributor

any of us here in Richmond are faced with an unusual situation, the situation being that the old house next door was demolished, then a new one was built and sold, but nobody moved in.

And now we all of a sudden live in a fancy neighbourhood with no neighbours! Or, part time neighbours that just live next door once in awhile. Neighbours that are gone months at a time and leave their large investment in The City of Richmond’s real estate in your care. “Fools!” my wife calls them. “Who would dare leave their beautiful house, worth almost 2 million dollars, in the care of an nincompoop like you? Fools!” No argument here. But I’m not a complete nincompoop, I’ve developed my limited level of nincompoop-ary through years of paternal training. My Dad was the best at messing up any and all jobs Mom gave him. His motto was ‘Get it wrong the first time and she’ll phone someone the second time to have it done right.’ Besides they didn’t ask me to redo their house plumbing. My wife’s also mad cause they gave me a key to their house to....? I forget. But now it’s become my second home. I hauled my TV over and bought an extra 100 ft. of coaxial

cable. Now I get all my TV stations in HDPnQ. High Definition Peace-n-Quiet. And the longer they’re away the more it’s like home to me. After the second month of their absence the wife and I barely see each other as I have taken up full residence in their home. A situation that the wife is jealous of because I live in a nicer home than her. And a situation that almost got me arrested. I’m in their house (because I now live there) having a long hot shower, when some idiot comes in their driveway and lays on the horn. You run from the shower ( soaking wet because you forgot to bring a towel with you) and wrap yourself in the curtains to find out what nincompoop making all the hullabaloo. And

it’s them! My part-time neighbours. Their horn is blaring because your brother-inlaws broken down motor home is blocking the driveway. You quickly paste your clothes on ( it looks like that when you dress wet) and run out the back door, in an effort to hide your somewhat illegal entry. And in doing so forgetting to remove the nice neighbour lady’s shower cap. “Welcome home!” you suggest as you suddenly remember, and remove the ill-gotten shower cap. And it’s at this very moment you realize the gravity of the situation. The motor home’s in the driveway because it’s transmission is in their carport. An electrical cord is running from their house to your teenag-

ers room to power some very bright lights (some sort of science project he says). Their 16 piece patio furniture set is still at your mother-in-laws. Your filling your in ground pool from their hose. There’s still a load of laundry in their washer, one on top of their dryer and one in the dryer. You still haven’t cleaned up from the party you had in their back-yard two weeks ago. The toilets plugged to overflowing. The grass you said you’d cut and water is so far just an empty promise. And then all of a sudden you remember why they gave you their key. Something about making a commitment to feed and water their cat Mitsy. All this plus you’ve rented their basement out to a non-English speaking, perhaps Eastern

European, perhaps drug underworld, perhaps violent and somewhat shady character till the end of the week. Lucky for you your neighbors don’t speak English. Which for a time (or maybe longer) is going to save your butt. Oh they’ll look at you funny for a long time, and never leave anything in you care again (something the wife already knew ‘Fools’). And sometime in the far distant future they’ll get over Mitsy. A long haired cream coloured Persian cat last seen in and around No. 3 Rd. and Blundell. With the possibility of a reward, or will take care of your house for an extended period while absent. Anyone? Bob Niles is a Richmond writer.

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Environmental assessment process kicks off for proposed new terminal

Editor: Every day, businesses and consumers across Canada rely on Port Metro Vancouver terminals to get goods to and from 160 trading partners around the world. Based on historical trends and independent forecasts, it is expected Canada’s west coast trade of goods using shipping containers will double between now and 2030 at an average annual rate of about 4.5 per cent. This growth is being driven by increasing Canadian demand for consumer goods made in Asia, such as electronics, food and clothing, as well as Asian demand for Canadian goods and resources. Port Metro Vancouver is federally mandated to support Canada’s trade objectives and provide a high level of safety and environmental protection. Despite plans to maximize the ability of current terminals to handle more containers, and working with our colleagues in Prince Rupert to understand how much additional capacity their planned expansions will provide, it is clear we will still need more capacity by the mid-2020s. That’s why we are proposing to build the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project, a second container terminal, in deep water

at Roberts Bank in Delta. We recently reached a major milestone when we submitted our Environmental Impact Statement to federal regulators, who have now made it available for public comment. This comprehensive document captures four years of work by a team of experienced professionals conducting scientific studies and consulting with regulators, Aboriginal groups, local government and the public about the potential environmental, economic, social, heritage and health effects of the project’s construction and operation. Like any major infrastructure project, the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project would not be without its effects. However, the conclusion of our assessment is that the effects of the project, following implementation of mitigation, are not likely to significantly affect the environment. Should the project receive approval and be built, we would undertake a robust monitoring program to ensure our proposed mitigation measures are working. The results of our assessment and our proposed mitigation will be reviewed by a federally-appointed independent panel with final approval resting with the Minis-

If you’re interested in finding out more about the project, I invite you to visit portmetrovancouver.com/RBT2 or our Delta Community Office at 5225A Ladner Trunk Road. Cliff Stewart Vice President of Infrastructure Port Metro Vancouver.

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Still finding the way in transit plebiscite environment. The Garden City Conservation directors thought it through and arrived at “Yes.” The mayors’ plan would combat air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and loss of green space to pavement. Of course, the Ministry of Transportation weakened the mayors’ clear ballot question and has not governed Translink well. While hampered like that, the mayors have bolstered their plan with the Jimmy Pattison panel for accountability. By giving the mayors the support they deserve, we get a better chance for the better future we deserve. I’ve just shared two maps with you—one with a graphic and one as words alone. They are two aspects of enabling informed action in the plebiscite. Empowering informed choice is a constant Garden City Conservation aim. Now and always, we hope it helps. Jim Wright President Garden City Conservation Society

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Editor: For the plebiscite for better transit, the Elections BC site in the Richmond Centre mall is useful for voters—if one can find it. I couldn’t until I asked the way. A map would help, so I’ve adapted one above. The plebiscite office is near the main entrance in the middle of the Minoru Boulevard side. It’s also near the escalator to the dining terrace, shown above with an olive swoosh. Either way, you’ll spot the Orange Julius corner, and the plebiscite office is just down the aisle from it. Until Friday, May 29, one can vote there. Until Friday, May 15, one can register and get a ballot there too. Every day except Sundays, it’s open during Richmond Centre mall hours, but voting ends at 8 pm on May 29. As well, elections.bc.ca/plebiscite can help. Another good online source is the concise form of the mayors’ transit plan. To read it, just google “overview mayors council”. One may wonder what’s best for a healthy

ter of the Environment. A panel review is the most stringent environmental assessment process in Canada. We appreciate the input we’ve received during our consultation to date and we look forward to hearing more from you during the environmental assessment.

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n both Canada and the United States, the relatively recent laws controlling the use of electronic communications devices while driving are enacted on a province-by-province, state-by-state basis. All Canadian provinces and territories now have such laws; this past week, Oklahoma was the latest to join 45 other US states and Washington DC in enacting such laws, effective in that state in November 2015. ‘Cellphone driving’ and ‘texting-while-driving’ laws are provincial or state-based rules, and there are enough differences to make generalizing about them difficult. Some states, for example, ban texting while driving without banning talking on a hand held cell phone while driving. Fines and penalties vary from province to province and state to state. That said, however, certain generalizations about this relatively new area of driving safety are emerging as useful guides for every driver whatever provincial or state borders he or she is driving within or crossing. The foremost is that, beyond cell phone talking or texting, any distracted driving behaviour increases the risk for crashing: eating, drinking, reading, hairdressing, applying make-up, selecting music, radio-tuning, child-minding, petminding, conversing, etc. And yet the allure of ‘your car’ as ‘your road castle’, your living room or dining room or office or entertainment centre on four wheels is more than an irresistible phantasmagoria. Car designers and manufacturers have purposefully designed and marketed your vehicle to provide this extra

‘functionality’. It takes vigilance to stay focused on what should be every driver’s number one goal: to pay attention to the road. Driving while talking on a cell phone or texting is, however, proving to be amongst the riskiest distracted driving behaviours. There are many reasons for this. Young drivers are inexperienced drivers but habitual cell phone users. Habitual behaviours are hard to control. Driving inexperience can translate into miscalculations of speed and distance travelled. Reportedly, studies show that cellphone talking and texting take the ‘longest mind/eyes-off-the-road time of all distracted driving activities.’ We are also told that studies show that five seconds is the minimal time in which texting and driving distracts from road focus. In five seconds, at 88.5 kph (55 mph), a vehicle travels the length of a football field. The important distinction in the laws as they are currently written between hands-free and handheld usage is not substantiated in the “studies”. Either way, talking on the phone takes your mind off the road. Enforcement of these new laws is difficult and, even though when surveyed, most drivers say texting and driving is socially unacceptable, more than 20 percent also admit to doing it anyway. Most people would say both behaviours are prevalent. Most people expect no legal consequences for non-compliance. Real consequences, can, however, be horrific beyond wildest imagining. Hence the need, not to worry about mastering the details of the rules but rather to remember this simple general rule: Don’t ever text while driving, even when stopped at a stoplight. If you must use your phone, to comply with the laws in the majority of jurisdictions use it ‘hands-free’ and be brief.

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WorkSafeBC fines firms for workplace safety violations Companies fined for workplace hazards by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter

More than half a dozen local firms have been fined for workplace-related safety violations by WorkSafeBC. Best Choice Roofing Ltd. was fined $5,000 when WorkSafeBC observed two of the company’s workers tiling the roof of a two-storey garage in the back yard of a house that was under construction. “Both workers were wearing fall protection harnesses, but neither was connected to a lifeline,” according to the WorkSafeBC report. The workers were exposed to a risk of falling about four metres. Colin James Rallings/CLTC Contracting was fined $2,500 in relation to its hazardous material abatement work. WorkSafeBC inspected two of its worksites and found unsafe practices related to asbestos abatement and disposal. “Both times, the firm was ordered to submit a written Notice of Compliance outlin-

ing the corrective measures it would take to eliminate these deficiencies and both times the firm failed to do so,” the WorkSafeBC report said. Emporio Construction was fined $1,000 in relation to a workplace accident in which a worker lost his footing and fell three metres to a concrete floor, suffering serious injuries. “Medical aid was only summoned when an unexpected visitor to the site happened to see the injured worker lying on the floor,” the report said. “WorkSafeBC’s investigation found that Emporio Construction had no contract in place with the subcontractor and that it did not conduct regular inspections of the worksite as required.” Greater Vancouver Roofing & Construction Ltd./GV Roofing was fined $7,500 when WorkSafeBC observed five workers on the steep roof of a two-storey house. “One was unloading bundles of shingles delivered by a truck-mounted crane. The other four were applying plywood sheathing, asphalt roofing and building paper. None of the workers were wearing personal fall protection gear and no other

form of fall protection was in place,” the report said. “The firm is being penalized for repeatedly failing to ensure that a fall protection system was used as required, a highrisk violation.” Omni Gas Ltd. was fined $7,051.80 for a fall at a twostorey house that was under construction. Two of the firm’s workers were connecting an air conditioning unit in the attic, but the second floor ceiling had not yet been installed and no work platforms were available, so workers were instead standing on the top plates of walls, on the roof trusses and using a ladder. “One of the workers lost his footing and fell more than three metres, sustaining serious injuries. “Medical aid was only summoned when an unexpected visitor to the site happened to see the injured workers lying on the floor. After paramedics removed the injured worker, the scene ws no secured as required after a serious accident, but rather was cleaned up.” Shawn Roofing Ltd. was fined $5,000 for a repeated and high-risk violation of fall protection procedures at a

Richmond house construction project. The firm’s workers were working on a moderate to steep sloped roof, and no fall protection was used, exposing workers to a risk of falling as much as eight metres. At another new house construction project in Coquitlam, two of the firm’s workers were installing an asphalt shingle roof, without fall protection equipment that exposed workres to a risk of falling up to nine metres. Shawn Roofing Ltd. was also fined $7,500 for work related to a two-storey house that was under construction. “One worker was wearing a fall protection harness but was not connected to a lifeline. The other did not have a harness. No other form of fall protection was in place.” Topsong Industries Inc. was fined $5,000 in relation to three of its workers who were performing re-roofing tasks on a two-storey house. “All three were wearing fall protection harnesses but none was connected to a lifeline, even though lifelines and anchor points were available on the roof. Wei Dong Wu was fined

$2,500 when WorkSafeBC observed a representative of the firm, and one of its workers, performing a re-roofing activity. “Neither was using personal fall protection gear and no other form of fall protection was in place,” the report said. PMH Contracting Ltd. was fined $2,922.60 in relation to hazardous material abatement work it was doing.

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Nurses push for new hires by Tom Fletcher Black Press Members of the B.C. Nurses’ Union brought a sea of pink umbrellas to the B.C. legislature Thursday to call on the B.C. government to honour a provision that requires health authorities to replace

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Food wasted in an average day in the region consists of 80,000 potatoes, 26,000 bananas, 70,000 cups of milk and 32,000 loaves of bread.

Residents toss out 100,000 tonnes of food a year New campaign aims to get food out of landfill by Jeff Nagel Black Press Metro Vancouver residents waste a lot of food and the regional district is launching a new campaign to prod them to do better. The Love Food Hate Waste campaign, found online at lovefoodhatewaste.ca, mirrors a successful British initiative credited with cutting food waste 21 per cent over five years. Metro officials hope to achieve similar gains here by offering similar tips and ideas on how to improve how we buy, use and store food to make it last longer and use it more efficiently. The regional district estimates 100,000 tonnes per year of food, beverage and dairy products are tossed out that should have been used. Food wasted in an average day in the region consists of 80,000 potatoes, 26,000 bananas,

70,000 cups of milk and 32,000 loaves of bread. That doesn’t count another 90,000 tonnes per year of unavoidable food waste that’s considered inedible, like meat bones, egg shells and pineapple skins, all of which is supposed to go in organic food waste bins. Metro got 500 households to complete kitchen diaries tracking what they bought, ate and tossed last November. Nearly half the food disposed was tossed because residents bought too much, didn’t use it in time or either cooked or served too much. Metro estimates the lack of efficient meal planning behind that adds up to $700 worth of food being wasted per household each year. Despite the region’s organic waste dumping ban and curbside green bin pickup, 30,000 tonnes of avoidable food waste is estimated to be going into landfills where it generates methane. Had it been eaten, Metro estimates the carbon emission reductions would have been equivalent to taking 2,000 cars off the road.

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and paying only one zone anyway. TransLink officials weren’t able to provide an estimate of how much extra-zone revenue might be lost as a result. But it would presumably mean a transit price break for passengers on multi-zone routes, such as buses between South Surrey and the Canada Line or the 555 from north Langley over the Port Mann Bridge to the Millennium Line. A trip downtown for those riders might drop from the three-zone cost of

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Finn Slough in photos at city hall A series of photographs of Finn Slough are on display at Richmond City Hall’s galleria. Passing of Time by Sand Wan is an outreach exhibition of Richmond Art Gallery. The photographer became passionate about natural landscapes

after immigrating to Canada, and since 2012 Wan has been photographing the aging South Richmond settlement. According to Wan, Finn Slough has “unimaginable and primitive beauty that is both simple and compelling.” “This untamed and carefree spirit

focuses my eyes and captures my heart. In my soul, I have a quiet force expressing my feelings for this piece of land,” according to his translated artist statement. The images can be viewed at Richmond City Hall weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Richmond Arts Awards winners announced Six winners were recognized in the seventh annual Richmond Arts Awards on Tuesday at Richmond City Hall Council Chambers. Established to recognize the achievements and contributions to the arts by Richmond residents, artists, educators, organizers and business leaders, the Richmond Arts Awards are administered by the City of Richmond. The 2015 award recipients are: ·Miyouki Jego for the Arts Education Award, which recognizes an individual or organization whose achievements and contributions to arts education have been significant and far reaching. ·Glen Andersen for the Artistic Innovation Award, which recognizes an individual artist or organization producing visionary, creative work, exhibiting innovation within in their arts Miyouki Jego. discipline or bringing a new cultural experience to the city of Richmond. ·Michael Audain (Polygon Homes) received the Business and Arts Award. This award recognizes a business that has made a significant contribution to the arts in Richmond by supporting a Richmond-based artist or arts organization through sponsorship, philanthropic and/or volunteer service. ·Geok Bin Phua received the Volunteerism Award, which recognizes an individual who has made a significant contribution to the arts in Richmond by supporting a Richmondbased artist or arts organization through volunteer service. ·Angelica Poversky was recognized for the Youth Arts Award, honouring Richmond’s young artists, musicians and cultural contributors. ·Sara Holt received the Cultural Leadership Award, which recognizes an arts professional or organization as a leader in their arts discipline, as well as their organization stewardship and their contribution to Richmond’s cultural development. Angelica Poversky. In its seventh year, 91 nominations from the public were reviewed for consideration for the awards. This year’s selection panel was comprised of violinist and assistant conductor of the Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra, Jonathan Der; visual artist and Richmond Art Gallery board member, Mila Kostic; 2009 (inaugural) winner for Arts Education and visual artist, Adrienne Moore; and playwright and Richmond Arts Coalition board member, Andrew Wade. For more information about the Richmond Arts Awards, visit richmond.ca/artsawards

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First Nations artists recognized with scholarships

Nine First Nations artists will receive $5,000 scholarship awards from YVR Art Foundation this year, the Vancouver Airport Authority organization announced this week. Each year the foundation awards scholarships to emerging aboriginal artists in two categories: Youth (under age 27) and Mid-Career (age 27 and up). This year’s Youth winners: Jay Bellis, 23, Haida; Shoshannah Greene, 22, Haida; Harrison Hemeon, 17, Squamish; Kelsey Jules, 20, Shuswap; Danika Naccarella, 17, Gwa’sala-nakwaxda’xw/Nuxalk; Edwin Neel,24, Kwakwaka’wakw; Cole Speck, 24, Kwakwaka’wakw. This year’s Mid-Career winners: Dean Heron, Kaska/Tlingit; Danielle Morsette, Sto:lo/Suquamish. Scholarships allow winners to attend an art institution or study with a mentor over the course of a year. The foundation will recognize the winners at a reception on the Sea Island airport May 29. Also at the event, last year’s scholarship recipients will unveil artworks which they’ll exhibit at the airport for one year. “Sharing the rich cultural stories from B.C. First Nations is dependent on today’s young artists,” said Susan Jackson, the foundation’s executive director, in a news release. “We are proud to help these young visionaries realize their creative potential and contribute to the success of a new generation of artists.” The YVR Art Foundation has awarded nearly $350,000 to over 70 artists since 2005. —Matthew Hoekstra

Recipients of last year’s YVR Art Foundation scholarships will soon unveil artworks that will be exhibited at Vancouver International Airport for one year. From left: Charlene Johnny-Wadsworth, Kelli Clifton, Raven Pearson LeBlanc, George Lawson, Sage Paul, Skill Jaadee White, Luke Parnell and London Gunn.

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Details from paintings by Loraine Wellman (left) and Adrienne Moore (right) are part of an exhibit by 18 local artists in Steveston.

Steveston cafe showcasing works of 18 Richmond artists ‘Gardens and Botanicals’ is the theme of Rocanini exhibit

ocanini Coffee Roasters Cafe in Steveston is hosting an art exhibition featuring a full cuppa of local artists. Gardens and Botanicals,

on until June 28, can be seen on the walls of the Moncton Street coffee shop. Twenty paintings from 18 Richmond artists, all members of the Richmond Artist Guild, are showcased.

Artists range from established to emerging, and include Adrienne Moore, Loraine Wellman, John Beatty, Larry Tillyer, William Watt, Eileen Fong, Mike Rossiter, Pat Thorson, Marv Skelton,

Cheryl Roller, Bonita Ruttkay, Jennifer Taylor, Betsy Randel, Margot D’Souza, Robin White, Shirley Rampton, Shirley Pearson and Su Lin Lim. Paintings from the artists are full of fresh flora and

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Richmond Singers perform On Another Note RICHMOND EMPLOYERS!!! You are invited…!! The Richmond School District invites you to a networking event where you can learn how to engage and inspire youth employees in your workplace. Hear from: ¾ local Richmond employers who will share the benefits of training youth ¾ current students who are apprenticing with local employers ¾ Industry Training Authority (ITA) apprenticeship advisors and youth managers Learn about: ¾ the benefits of engaging youth in your workplace ¾ how school district staff will support you in this process

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TO REGISTER: Eventbrite – URL is https://eventbrite.com/event/16754714803/ or call Sally Ruan at 604-668-6000 ext 6072 Please feel free to forward this invitation to other Richmond employers, associations and organizations.

The Richmond Singers are promising an eclectic musical experience at their spring concert May 30. The all-women’s choir, directed by Natasha Neufeld, is celebrating its 43rd year with a concert titled “On Another Note.” The performance will be peppered with the unusual and spiced with a few surprises. And audience members who’ve always wanted to try and sing with a choir might just get their chance. The Saturday, May 30 concert begins at 7 p.m. at Broadmoor Baptist Church, 8140 Saunders Rd. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and students and free for children 12 and under. Tickets available at richmondsingers.ca, from choir members and at the The Richmond Singers’ spring concert is Saturday, May 30 at door—if available. Broadmoor Baptist Church.

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arts & entertainment Choir celebrates Japan tour with concert by Erin Boe Contributor

Roberto Vazquez photo Hugh Boyd’s Sachi Mahadeo among three locals competing in Miss World Canada.

Locals vie for Miss World Canada title by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter

Three Richmond women will feel right at home as they compete for the title of Miss World Canada on Saturday. Hugh Boyd grad Sachi Mahadeo joins Veronica Wen and Cynthia Zhou during the national finals to be held at Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Downtown Vancouver this weekend. For Mahadeo, the road to the event has been paved by hardships she’s had to overcome and made her the resilient person she is today. Mahadeo lost her mother in 2007, when she died unexpectedly in hospital, and her father died just a few weeks later. Dealing with the loss of both her parents triggered a bout with depression and she developed a panic disorder. While she supports Miss World Canada’s chosen charity, Variety—The Children’s Charity, the cause that’s close to her heart is mental illness. “I want to encourage others to get help, speak about it, and keep trying even if you feel hesitant. Talk to your family doctor if you can’t speak to your family,” she said. After seeking professional help, Mahadeo said she’s better able to cope with her panic disorder, and she’s hoping to end the social stigma that exists around mental illness. Mahadeo, 27, graduated

from the University of Toronto with an honour’s degree in a specialist program for human resources. She also has a certificate in fashion styling from the Toronto Fashion Academy. “Miss World Canada will provide me with a platform to bring more awareness to help eliminate the stigma of mentall illness and be an example, that it can get better or even be curable in time,” Mahadeo said. Wen is a local resident and is originally from China. This isn’t the 19-yearold’s first beauty pageant. She was first runner-up in the 6th China International Advertising Model Competition. Outside of modeling, she enjoys singing too— having reached the final of The Water Cube Cup singing competition—and art, winning a gold medal in the International Angel Cup painting competition. Zhou, 17, had to overcome a language barrier to become one of the top students in her school, achieving honour-roll status since entering high school. She lives in Richmondand is a student at Sir Winston Churchill Secondary in Vancouver, where she’s enrolled in the International Baccalaureate program. Zhou enjoys graphic design, and has designed numerous logos, posters, cards and even a magazine for various organizations and companies.

The Richmond Youth Honour Choir shared some of their memories of their trip to Wakayama, Japan by singing songs used on their tour during their season end concert on Saturday, May 9. The choir had gone to Japan for 10 days in March to sing with the Wakayama Children’s Choir, who visited Richmond in 2013 and performed with the choir. The purpose of that trip was to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the sister city relationship between Richmond and Wakayama. “Music is clearly a wonderful way to break down walls, heal broken hearts, develop and strengthen friendships,” artistic director Heidi Epp said in an excerpt from the concert’s program. “We reach out to each other, connecting through time and space when we sing each other’s stories. That is not always an easy or simple thing to do, especially when they are painful stories, like ‘Lullaby for Hiroshima.’ Still, by giving them voice in song we can empathize and express care and respect for each other.” The concert at Peace Mennonite Church, entitled“Notes Be-

Erin Boe photo Richmond Youth Honour Choir members performing one of the songs from when they were on tour in Japan.

tween Friends,” featured songs of friendship, songs from Anne of Green Gables, Toy Story, and a Japanese folk song among others. The Prelude choir performed “Ice-Cream” and “Kindred Spirits” from Anne of Green Gables: The Musical while the Chamber and Debut choir performed “Listen to the Music,” their own commissioned piece by Vancouver composer

Timothy Corlis. The Chamber choir performed Bruno Mars’“Count On Me,”and Toy Story’s“You’ve Got a Friend.” The choir performed “Ki’nan’askom Tinan,” a Cree Honour song by Richmond composer Mary Fontaine. The Wakayama choir learned “Kompira Fune, Fune,” a traditional Japanese folk song, and “Lullaby for Hiroshima,” a song performed in both English and

Japanese, and commissioned for the opening of the Hiroshima exhibit at UBC’s Museum of Anthropology a few years ago. Another piece was “Malala, Pakistani Girl,” which was by local composer, Larry Nickel. The concert ended with “Stand By Me,” a popular song from the tour, with James Gill as a soloist and audience members standing up and grooving along.

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Urology superstars at Richmond Hospital

The Pulse of Richmond Hospital Natalie D. Meixner

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little known fact about Richmond Hospital is that we have a team of urology superstars in our midst.

Urological diseases and conditions, which include prostate cancer—the most common cancer in men— kidney and bladder cancers, kidney stones and complex urinary tract infections, touch us all. At Richmond

Hospital we are extremely fortunate to have a true world-class team of urologists who provide care for men and women of all ages. Comprised of four dynamic and highly talented experts with extensive subspecialties, all sought out for their surgical care and receive referrals from other doctors from around the province. I would like to introduce you to Dr. Daniel Rapoport. Dr. Rapoport graduated from the UBC Urology Residency Program in 2008, completed a fellowship at the internationally renowned Duke University in North Carolina and returned home to B.C. He is a gifted surgeon and is also internationally renowned for his subspecialty interest in reconstructive surgery following trauma such as spinal cord injuries or damage from radiation therapy to treat cancers. Along with his talented colleagues, Dr. Ken Poon, Dr. Kiara Hennessey and Dr. Corrie Krahn, he has chosen to make Richmond Hospital his home because of the high-calibre health

care team here and the best surgical equipment and facilities, made possible with the help of donors. Here is Dr. Rapoport: “Urology really appealed to me. I saw there was a need for this type of care, and it’s personally rewarding to make such a big difference in the lives of so many patients. “I treat people from all over the province, but certainly many are from Richmond. There’s a real mix of ages and my patients are both men and women who require care for a wide variety of diseases and conditions, many of which are lifethreatening or life-changing. Whether it’s surgeries for patients with prostate, kidney and bladder cancers, procedures for kidney and urinary tract stones, or treatment for complex urinary tract infections, there’s not a lot we can’t do here. “Richmond Hospital is a great hospital. There’s a collegial feel here, and we have a terrific community of support. People go to bat for us here. It’s a very progressive environment. As surgeons,

we have brought all of our subspecialties here to develop the best possible care and Richmond Hospital has been very supportive of that. “It’s an exciting future for urology patients. In general, there’s an evolution towards having more minimally invasive procedures and shorter hospital stays as well as more day procedures where possible. That’s something we look forward to. “We set high standards for ourselves. We always want to ensure we provide the highest level of care, and we’re grateful to donors who help optimize the way we do things. “Donors help ensure we have the state-of-the-art medical equipment and facilities. That, in turn, helps us attract and retain the expertise necessary to provide the very best care to the community of Richmond and beyond.” Natalie D. Meixner is president and CEO of Richmond Hospital Foundation. See www.richmondhospital foundation.com for info.

Dr. Daniel Rapoport is internationally renowned for his subspecialty interest in reconstructive surgery following trauma.

Library hosts programs on personal fitness

Richmond Public Library is hosting two fitness information programs for adults and seniors at the Brighouse branch. “Personal Fitness: The Big Picture” happens Friday, May 22 from 7 to 9 pm and “Keep on Moving: Fitness Activities for Older Adults” takes place on Monday, May 25 from noon to 1 p.m. These programs will be presented by Ken-

drick Uy, a BCRPA certified personal trainer, Third Age instructor, osteofit instructor and a Continuing Studies fitness instructor for the Vancouver School Board. Both programs take place in the second floor Community Place, 7700 Minoru Gate. To register, visit any branch of Richmond Public Library, call 604-231-6413 or register online at www.yourlibrary.ca/events.

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Why do products containing Xylitol sweetener help reduce dental cavities?

Xylitol is a non-fermentable, 5-carbon sugar alcohol and since cavity causing bacteria can’t metabolize it, they can’t use it as an energy source like their preferred 6-carbon sugars or disaccharides. It is derived from sources like birch tree sap or yeast cell fermentation by-products of fruits and vegetables (e.g. corn cobs). Xylitol has a very low glycemic index (almost 12 times less than glucose), has no known toxicity or carcinogenicity and is approved by the US FDA and Health Canada. Xylitol works to reduce dental cavities in three ways. First, oral bacteria can’t use it to produce damage causing acids since they can’t digest it. Secondly, it actually causes the problem bacteria to starve therefore reducing overall bacteria levels, the amount of dental plaque, as well as, the number of bacteria in the plaque. Thirdly, because of its sweet taste it helps stimulate saliva flow with more salivary calcium available to help re-mineralize damaged tooth enamel. In addition, in the presence of even small amounts of fluoride, xylitol potentiates the strengthening effects of fluoride on enamel. Xylitol looks and tastes just like regular table sugar. It actually, also, is produced naturally in our bodies – up to 15 grams per day in the average adult. It is most effectively used in small amounts (as in gum, mints or candy) after snacks or meals. The one downside to xylitol use and why it is usually limited to professional dental care and prescription-grade products, is its cost, which is 5-6 times more expensive than most over the counter dental product sweeteners, such as sorbitol. Also, a minimum concentration of 10% is needed to produce a “therapeutic dose”. Often products containing xylitol don’t state this on their labels.

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difference between Babecuing (BBQ) and Grilling? The terms barbecuing and grilling and are often used interchangeably but they’re actually two distinct cooking methods. Each uses similar tools and yet can produce food with very different textures and flavours. Grilling Grilling usually involves the use of direct heat to cook small, tender pieces of food quickly over medium to high heat on a gas or charcoal grill. The direct heat sears the food, giving it a flavourful, charred exterior. Hot dogs, hamburgers, and chicken, for example, are grilled almost exclusively over direct heat. Barbecuing/BBQ Barbecuing uses indirect heat. The heat source does not cook the food directly but instead warms the air around the food for a long slow cook making the larger, tougher pieces of meat tender without drying them out. Although Barbecued food is best when cooked with a specially designed cooker, or smoker, you can also barbecue using charcoal grills and gas grills. To do so, you can add be creative and add commercially available flavoured smoke chips to the cooker which will add the flavour that one would expect from a smoker. The Richmond Firebox has quality charcoal and gas grills available and we’d be happy to show you how to best experience the world of barbecuing and grilling in your back yard.

A chiropractic examination would be of great benefit. We want to determine if the neck pain is being caused by subluxations or misalignments of the vertebrae in the neck. When this occurs the subluxations can cause nerve irritation and affect the nerves where they travel. In the lower part of the neck the nerves come together as a group and travel down the arm to the fingers. So irritation to the nerves in the neck can refer pain or tingling or numbness down the forearm and/or into the fingers. Chiropractic adjustment can help to realign the vertebrae and reduce the nerve pressure and irritation to help the body to heal naturally over time. Call our office for a complementary consultation to determine how we can help you.

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For the last year I have been buying from the Royal Canadian Mint all the $20.00 for $20.00, $50.00 for $50.00, $100.00 and even the new $200.00 for $200.00. How likely is it to find coins or banknotes in you change that have extra value or potential for extra value? I figured that it would be a nice collection and if I ever needed money I could just cash them in. Last week I needed money and I went to the bank that I have been dealing with for 20 years and they told me that they would not take them. They sent me to another Coin / Money Exchange who then sent me to you at Western Coins & Stamp. However even you would not buy them. What is going on? Are they not money?

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If we were home to Major League Baseball

Don Fennell

ll the talk lately about Seattle seemingly on a very short list for a National Hockey League franchise in the near future, elicits memories of the Vancouver Grizzlies and how much our community misses professional basketball.

That ship has sailed, of course, and the Grizzlies are now a very successful team based in Memphis, Tenn., and in the midst of the NBA playoffs. Maybe one day we’ll get another

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with the Seattle Mariners, whose home is just a few hours south of the border. What’s more, however, Canada’s West Coast has a proven track record of being a major league city. The support for the Vancouver Canucks is off the charts, and among the best in pro sports. And with a growing population, and an everincreasing influx of new money, there are more reasons than not to think the time is now. There’s already plenty of interest in baseball throughout the province, and an impressive list of British Columbians who have not only made the Major Leagues but have become some of the game’s best players. The list includes Brett Lawrie, Adam Loewen, Justin Morneau and Jeff Francis. And that’s just for starters. Imagine, too, how much youth baseball could benefit from the presence of a Major League Baseball team here. And how many more ball players the province could send to the pros. More importantly, imagine how many more ball players there would be, inspired simply by the dream and the chance to be one of the Boys of Summer.

The Richmond Islanders 2003B girls’ fastball team added more gold to their medal collection in North Delta on Mother’s Day.

Isles 03B win second gold in as many weeks The Richmond 2003B Islanders honoured their moms Sunday by winning their second gold in as many weekends at the 12team North Delta invitational. Buoyed by the late additions of Kyla Sagerte and Emma Hawthorne, called up from the under-12 Dragons due to injury in illness, the Isles capped another dominant performance with a 12-1 final-game victory over the Surrey Storm 03. With stellar pitching supported by strong defence, Richmond handed Surrey its first loss of the season. The Islanders outscored their opponents 38-10 in going 3-1 in round-robin play. Their only loss was a 3-1 setback to the Storm. In the playoffs, the Island-

ers blanked Lakehill Blue Rebels 11-0 and doubled Vancouver Wildcats 8-4. Sunday’s championship game was tied 1-1 after two innings before the Isles’ bats came to life in the third. With two away, Chole Maher hit a double and Gabi Papillion and Emily Smith followed with singless. Shae Sever then contributed a double before Sarah Dawson, after taking a walk, came home on a hit by Emma Knapp. capping a five-run inning. The plate power continued in the fourth with consecutive singles by Taryn Hill, Kayla Baxter, JJ Leung and Kaitlyn Eng. A sacrifice bunt by Sagert moved the girls around and the top of the order finished off the inning for another five runs.

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Bantam baseball tournament on tap by Don Fennell Sports Editor

Don Fennell photo Gavin Lunny and his Richmond Chuckers teammates will be in action at the Bantam AAA invitational this weekend at Blundell Park.

Coached by Greg Dee, Jeff Collins and Betson Saez Co , the Richmond Islanders 2001B girls’ softball team (Brianna Baignee, Alex Borbely, Hannah Collins, Kate Dee, Autaum Hilyer, Tjammie Ko, Jaimie Muller, Asha Pannu, Jessica Ryan, Megan Saez Co, and Izy Wick) earned silver for their efforts at a tournament last weekend in Langford.

Richmond’s 2001B Islanders mine silver in Langford Silver’s not a bad consolation prize as the Richmond Islanders 2001B girls’ fastball team can attest. In a competitive seven-team tournament in Langford last weekend, the local team earned the greyish-coloured medals following a 4-0 loss to the South Delta Invaders in a well-played final Sunday. After a shaky start in which they fell behind 3-0 in the first inning, Richmond pitcher Izy Wick came on in the fourth inning and held the Invaders scoreless over the last three innings to give her team the chance of a comeback. But despite threatening all game, with runners on base in five of the six innings, Richmond failed to produce a timely hit and left seven

runners stranded. Richmond went into the playoffs as the No. 1 seed after going 4-0 in round-robin play. The Isles defeated Nanaimo Diamonds 11-2, Parksville Rage 5-0, Nanaimo Breakers 6-1 and Langford Lightning 13-3. In their lone semifinal playoff game, Richmond outscored Parksville 9-2 with the mercy rule invoked after 4 ½ innings. The Rage actually led the game 2-0 after an inning before Isles’ pitcher Megan Saez Co settled into a groove and struck out the side in the top of the second. The Islanders responded to Saez Co’s effort by racking up nine hits, five walks and scoring nine times over the next three innings. Saez Co finished the game with 10 strikeouts.

Richmond City Baseball is hosting its annual Victoria Day long weekend Bantam rep baseball tournament this week. Play began Thursday night, with action in the 12-team invitational continuing through holiday Monday at Blundell Park. The championship final is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. In each of the past two seasons, the invitational has proven to be a microcosm of the Chuckers’ overall campaign. Last year the host team won three of four games, but unfortunately dropped the championship game 7-3 to Spruce Grove

(Alberta) in the under-15 AAA event. The year before they bowed out early after an 8-7 loss to arch-rival White Rock in the tournament’s opening game. Scheduled to open this year’s tournament Thursday versus Aldergrove, Richmond was to have Friday off before resuming play versus Spruce Grove at 11:45 a.m. Saturday. Teams are divided into four pools, who will each play a pair of round-robin games before playoffs begin Sunday morning. Also participating are teams from Vancouver, Victoria, Cloverdale, North Island, Abbotsford, Tri-Cities and Okotokos, Alta.

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Maddog at home with Powerhouse Suiting up for Bellingham-based touring girls’ softball team, Richmond’s Madeline Gillis finds comfort playing the game she loves by Don Fennell Sports Editor

nown by her teammates and friends simply as Maddog, Grade 7 Tomekichi Homma Elementary School student Madeline Gillis sports a particularly zealous spirit.

Identifiable by the trademark war paint she often wears in athletic competition, from which she draws inspiration, Gillis has faced many challenges in her young life. But in softball she has found solace. In the past year, the alumni of the Richmond Islanders rep program has, along with her family, struggled through her father’s— a former Islander coach—personal battle with cancer. The weight of dealing with such a challenge put incredible weight on a 12-year-old’s narrow shoulders. The external pressure nearly resulted in her quitting the sport altogether and walking away from a passion she has dedicated herself to for eight years. In January, Gillis in consultation with her family, dediced she would honour a commitment to attend the University of Washington spring camp. But upon its completion she would have the family’s full support of any decision regarding her future in the sport. At the University of Washington, Gillis (or Maddog to most Huskies players and coaches) is well known. Mentored by Huskies’ pitcher Kasey Stanchek for the past three years, and encouraged by head coach Heather Tarr who is a personal friend of her dad’s, she found herself competing with some of the best players in the Pacific Northwest and discovering a passion to play again. At the conclusion of the camp, Maddog’s future in the sport would take an unexpected turn. Recognizing Gillis’ enormous talent and potential, she was asked by Jim Wilkerson, head coach of Bellingham-based Powerhouse, to consider joining his under-14 girls’ fast pitch team. The Washington team brings together select players from the region.

Powerhouse is an American travel team that provides young athletes the opportunity to improve their softball skills, and compete at the highest level, by participating in tournaments throughout Washington, Oregon and Canada. After a tryout, it was determined by Wilkerson, associate coaches Phil Smith and Austin Wilkerson, and Gillis herself, that not only did Powerhouse need Maddog, but she needed them just as much. And so a Canadian was welcomed to the fold with open arms. “Maddie has been a great addition to our family. She is a girl with an infectious spirit and passion for the game,” said Wilkerson. Since joining Powerhouse, Gillis has quickly

“Maddog is one of those special players all coaches look for. Both she and her dad have been a part of our program for years, and the courage Maddie showed to continue the pursuit of her dream is inspirational.” — Heather Tarr become a part of its core group of great athletes. Starting at third base and shortstop, she has become one of its most trusted defenders and when called on has even taken to the mound to pitch. However, Maddog has really made her mark batting in the No. 5 spot in the lineup and currently leads the team in runs batted in as well as on-base percentage. This weekend, wearing her familiar No. 20 jersey, Gillis will enjoy a home-coming of sorts. With Powerhouse crossing the border to compete in the Canadian Pride and Power rep A tournament at Softball City, she will join up with her new teammates in White Rock to compete in an event featuring 45 elite youth teams. Playing at home will be special for Gillis, not only because she’ll be afforded the opportunity to compete against some of the best teams from Canada and the U.S., but also to reunite with some of

Don Fennell photo About to score a touchdown while playing community football for the Richmond Raiders last season, Darby Kwan will be trying out for Football BC’s under-18 team this weekend at Minoru Park.

Forced to deal with her dad’s fight against cancer, Richmond’s Madeline (Maddog) Gillis very nearly gave up the game of softball. But her commitment to attend a spring camp hosted by the University of Washington Huskies reignited her passion and led her to accept an opportunity to play this season for a touring girls’ softball team based in Bellingham, Wash.

her closest friends and former Islanders now playing for the likes of the Renegades, Heat and Storm. Players may play for different teams, but many of the friendships forged as Islanders will be lifelong. And while Gillis has, already, been offered the opportunity to be part of the 2016 Powerhouse, she hasn’t ruled out a potential return to Richmond in the future. For now, though, her desire to play softball and the love of the

game is back. “Maddog is one of those special players all coaches look for,” said Huskies’ coach Tarr, who envisions Gillis earning the University of Washington’s familiar purple and gold in the future. “Both she and her dad have been a part of our program for years, and the courage Maddie showed to continue the pursuit of her dream is inspirational.”

Provincial team tryouts this weekend in Richmond by Don Fennell Sports Editor High school players from around the province will gather this long weekend in Richmond in what will be the inaugural step toward what they hope will earn them a spot on either the provincial under-16 or under-18 teams. This will mark the fifth year in a row Football BC has hosted the camp at Minoru Park, part of a process to ultimately select rosters of up to 40 players each. “Our under-16 team has participated in a tournament host-

ed by Football Manitoba the last couple years, but that event has now been cancelled,” said Football BC communications director Daniel Fung. As a result, he explained, what event(s) the team will participate in this year is yet to be determined. However, the under-18 team will participate in a tournament in Auburn, Wash. in December following the 2015 high school season. Fung said camp participants will be playing for more than just spots on the B.C. teams. He said many Canadian interuniversity programs including

UBC and Queens will be in attendance. Simon Fraser University will also have a presence. In partnership with the B.C. Lions, six bursaries in the amount of $1,000 each will also be presented during the camp to players who demonstrate on- and off-field excellence as well as leadership qualities. Two members of the Hugh Boyd Trojans (Darby Kwan and Tyler Moxin) will be trying out for the under-18 team, while Marcas Okell and Tony Montgomery of the Richmond Raiders are expected to be among the under-16 attendees.

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Back to the Future Six-storey wood frame construction comes of age… again

t’s been more than half a decade since British Columbia gave the green light for six-storey wood frame construction. Although the new building code raised plenty of eyebrows – and even some ire – when it was introduced in 2009, today an increasing number of developers are embracing the opportunities it creates. One early adopter was Adera, a Vancouver-based developer long known for its commitment to cutting-edge green building techniques. Adera’s Sail at UBC was the first true six-storey wood frame residence on campus. It was awarded gold for Best Low-Rise Residential in Vancouver/North Shore at the Urban Development Institute’s 2014 Awards for Excellence as well as Best Multi-Family Low-Rise Development in BC at the 2013 Georgie Awards. The company’s newest UBC project, Prodigy, is well under construction and sales are brisk.

More Bang for the Buck So what’s the appeal of wood? For most homebuyers, a prime consideration is the affordability factor. “A six-storey concrete building will typically cost an additional $60 to $70 per square foot when compared to an equivalent suite in a wood-frame building — which can add up very quickly,” said Al Poettcker, CEO and president of UBC Properties Trust (UBCPT). “Wood frame is an excellent

way to gain 50 per cent more density without significantly changing the final cost to the buyer.” He added that wood frame buildings provide an interesting aesthetic benefit. “Six-storey wood frame buildings are not allowed to have any combustible materials on the façades,” he said. “So developers use materials such as brick, metal or fibre cement siding like HardiPlank. Often when people stand outside, they can’t tell it’s a wood frame building.”

Quiet Time “Because the weight of two extra storeys requires more support, there is a lot more wood mass in a six-storey wood frame,” Poettcker said. “So these buildings tend to be quieter.” Taking this concept a step further, Adera’s newest six-storey wood frame – The Shore in North Vancouver’s Capilano neighbourhood – has introduced advanced acoustic technolog y to reduce sound transmission even more. “People often think a concrete building is quieter than wood frame,” said Eric Andreasen, Adera’s vice president of marketing and sales. “In fact, an independent sound engineer conducted field tests and confirmed this new system has made The Shore the highest performing wood frame building in the province – probably in Canada – equal to or even better than concrete.”

Safe and Sustainable Michael Geller, architect, developer and well-known advocate for innovation in housing, acknowledges that when the legislation was first introduced, many had concerns about wood’s shrinkage over time. “People wondered if it would be exacerbated by adding two extra floors,” he says. “Now we’re seeing ever increasing use of prefab joists and laminated wood products, so it’s no longer an issue.” As a bonus, many of these products also reduce waste because they are made from young, renewable wood. And here’s something many consumers aren’t aware of – but should be. A five- or six-storey residential building is subject to stricter fire suppression regulations than a building of four storeys or less. “Fires rarely happen during con-

struction,” Poettcker stressed. “But developers have definitely responded with stricter protocols to deal with this outside possibility.”

Vision and Histor y Geller said he’s thrilled with the rapidly increasing number of six-storey wood frame buildings now found throughout the Lower Mainland. “It is a testament to the legitimacy of this construction approach that Ontario has recently copied BC by allowing six-storey wood frame construction,” he said. “People have forgotten that many of Vancouver’s original buildings were six-storey, heavy timber construction – just walk through neighbourhoods like Gastown and you’ll see them still there. So you could say it’s like we’re going back to the future.”

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renovated, like new! 3 bdrm plus family rm or 2 bdrm plus loft & family room, 2.5 baths, 2,100 sqft 2 gas Fpl. Entertainment size patio off kitchen looking onto scenic ponds w/ fountains and lush green space creating a private oasis close to all city amenities. Many features to list, new furnace, HWT, new appliances, hardwood flrs, kitchen and baths. A spacious master bdrm, oversized ensuite, plenty of storage space, incl the finished top floor attic/loft. 2 parking.

PENTHOUSE! • RICHMOND CENTER • Asking $998,000 OPEN SUNDAY 11am-12:15

2200 sqft, 3 bedroom/den & office/den with an impressive entry to this lovely 2 level home. 16th & 17th floor you’ll be in awe of the 180° view looking south from Mount Baker to Vancouver Island. $100,000 just spent in upgrades, features an entertainment sized living and dining area, 26 foot arched living room window w/motorized remote control blinds. Pride of ownership with high end finishing throughout. Fabulous floor plan, spacious kitchen with eating area, 3 car parking & locker. Well managed complex. 2 guest suites, rec room and pool. Original owners. You will love this!

#1605-8811 LANSDOWNE RD Please call Randy Larsen at 604.290.2650 • 32 Years Experience!

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An unrivalled combination of location and luxury in the heart of "WESTWIND"! This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home has over $90,000 dollars spent on a dramatic renovation by local skilled architect & builder!! Sleek and streamlined Kitchen with Granite counters, handset glass backsplash, shaker style cabinetry, top quality stainless steel appliances. Spacious living areas can accommodate full size furniture & leads out to beautifully landscaped patio & yard! KINGSIZE master suite (22' X 12') feels like you are entering your own personal oasis. Incredible Ensuite Bath features a frameless glass walk in shower, sit down vanity, granite counters and imported glass tiles. Stunning Main Bath with Custom cabinetry, oversized soaker tub & gorgeous floor to ceiling tiles. First Open house!!!

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Are you looking for more SPACE, a STYLISH INTERIOR & TOP NOTCH renovation? Look no further!! This 2 bedroom and Den CORNER SUITE in "BENTLEY WYND" offers the perfect blend of thoughtful design in a tranquil setting. Featuring: 10' ceilings, Grey Mist German laminate plank flooring, High end "New York" style designer lighting, "Donna Karan" linen style Drapery and Regency wall treatment. Kitchen features Danish Walnut cabinets, Quartz counters, Sleek Stainless Steel appliances and a lovely breakfast bar. Two EXQUISITE BATHROOMS with an oversized Master suite bath that's perfect for pampering. Two PRIVATE COVERED Balconies! Plus: TWO CAR Secured parking & 'Resort like' pool area.

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OFFERED AT $254,500

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816 sq. ft. 2 bdrm garden level apartment.

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15720 WESTMINSTER HWY.

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IMPECCABLY landscaped grounds lead the way to this BEAUTIFULLY appointed suite. The interior is ELEGANT, SPACIOUS and supremely comfortable. Featuring: 2 HUGE bedrooms, 2 FULL bathrooms, 'Juliet' balcony and a PRIVATE COVERED DECK overlooking the lush gardens. BRIGHT WHITE KITCHEN, Laminate flooring, NEW Paint and Lighting Fixtures complete the perfect package. Parking for 2 cars, plus insuite and extra storage. Take comfort in the proactive strata council in a well run complex and live-in Caretaker. Fantastic CENTRAL Richmond location - close to everything!!

CALL KAREN PARENT 604 273 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;3155

OFFERED AT $1,299,000

91,000 sq. ft. lot in ALR.

OFFERED AT $1,299,000

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This communication is not intended to cause or induce breach of an existing Brokerage Agreement or Buyer Agency Contract.

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#129 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8860 No. 1 Road RMD $248,000 Merilee McCaffery 604-307-9722

#102 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 777 Eighth St. NEW WEST $349,000 Merilee McCaffery 604-307-9722

NEW LISTING!

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#4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2301 Cavendish Way WHISTLER $475,000 Karen Will 604-838-9900

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SOLD! 11534 Kingcome Ave. RMD #103 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 711 E. 6th Ave. VANCOUVER $274,900 $298,000 Merilee McCaffery 604-307-9722 Merilee McCaffery 604-307-9722

11744 Kingsbridge Dr. RMD $318,800 Merilee McCaffery 604-307-9722

2835 West 31st Ave. VANCOUVER $2,928,000 Louise Uy 604-788-4549

Louise Uy 604-788-4549

#1708 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8068 Westminster Hwy. RMD $349,000 Allen Schwabe 604-644-5664

NEW LISTING!

SOLD!

Marina Russell 604-787-0641

6011 Livingstone Pl. RMD $1,578,880 Paul Khara 604-816-4568

Tina Gonzalez 778-837-1144

5071 Hollycroft Drive RMD $989,000 Tina Gonzalez 778-837-1144

1101 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 833 Agnes Street NEW WEST $315,000 Suzanne Zanikos 604-537-3617

Suzanne Zanikos 604-537-3617

Visit SEAFAIROPENHOMES.COM Sutton Group - Seafair Realty â&#x20AC;˘ #550 - 9100 Blundell Road . Richmond, BC . V6Y 1K3

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INFORMATION

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EDUCATION

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LOST AND FOUND Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

FLETCHER, Molly Eileen Molly passed away in Langley on May 9th, 2015 at the age of 87. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Predeceased by her beloved husband Arnold, she is survived by her sons, David (Barb), Arnold, Ron (Glenys), Martin (Lori), grandchildren Chris, Jason, Trevor, Rylie, Jenna and Laryssa, great grandchildren, Draven, Theron and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Langley Lodge - 5451 204 St., Langley, BC V3A 5M9 SEIFERT, Rudi April 27 1935 - April 15 2015 Rudi died in Hawaii just short of his 80th birthday doing what he enjoyed. He leaves behind: his wife Iris (Adios my love), daughters Nadine (David) and Christine Seifert, step daughters Jacqueline Kaye (Brian) Suzanne Logan (Dave) and Julie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shea (Kevin), grandchildren Sarah, Andrew, Joel, Brendin, Kayla, Amadien, Browyn, Halen, Erica, Liam, Ryan, Samantha, Emily, great grandson Matteo, brother Burghardt Seifert (Wera), sister Inge Becker (Friedel), nieces and nephews in Germany and Canada, and too many good friends to list. Predeceased by grandson Cole. Special mention must go to his pals Bill and Patrick; breakfast wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be the same. The wild birds and Missy cat will miss him too. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Rudiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to the Richmond Animal Protection Society.

FOUND - JACKET; Ladies black & white jacket found Sunday evening in Steveston. Please call to identify (604)241-2602

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

New West 604.522.4900

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

IN-HOME Cargiver Needed in White Rock - Elderly Lady. 2 years Contract, HS+2 years experience, $10.33/hour/40 hours, BC Medical & CPP. English, Cantonese & Mandarin a must. Required Chinese cooking, personal care etc. Live In optional and not a condition of employment. Please contact : Sin Lai janesmlai@hotmail.com 604-9168216

Read this... ClassiďŹ ed Ads get RESULTS! 136A JANITORIAL SERVICES

HOUSE CLEANERS/ JANITORS REQUIRED NOW PAY $12-15 PER HOUR Apply Weekdays Between 9AM to 2PM at: 118-713 Columbia St

New West 604.522.4900

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

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneďŹ ts package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.

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

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Wanted Pressroom

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Van Press Printers has an opening for 6AN0RESS HAS AN OPENING FOR A *OURNEYMAN a Press Helper/Stacker at WITH our Burnaby WEB OFFSET PRESSMAN MINIMUM location, starting immediately. Preference YEARS EXPERIENCE 0REFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN WITH 33# givenTO toTHOSE thoseWITH withEXPERIENCE experience in 'OSS the eld, 0ERRETTA Shifts 2'3 AND 4ECHNOTRANS but isPRESSES not necessary. are 12 hours, SYSTEMS 3 shifts per week. Must be willing to work -UST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK GRAVEYARD SHIFT nights & weekends. References required. PM AM DAYS WEEK Wage2EFERENCES REQUIRED depends on experience, starting at $14.51 per hour. )NTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD DROP OFF FAX OR EMAIL THEIR RESUME TO 6AN0RESS !TTN 0RESS 2OOM -ANAGER 2IVERBEND #OURT "URNABY " # 6 . % &AX 604-515-4686 paulbrzeski@vanpressprinters.com %MAIL BARRY VANPRESSPRINTERS COM .O PHONE CALLS PLEASE 7E THANK ALL THOSE WHO ARE INTERESTED IN THIS POSITION HOWEVER ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

WAREHOUSE WORKER / DRIVER

We are an industry leader of building products, located in Surrey, and we are growing. Top notch warehouse worker / driver with a positive attitude with willingness to learn and ability to do heavy lifting is required for immediate start Monday-Friday. The team is hard working, the work environment is fast-paced with good people, and the beneďŹ ts are excellent. If you have class 5 DL, are dedicated, have leadership ability and are looking for good solid employment send your resume: Fax: 604-513-1194 Email: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com

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

OBITUARIES

Richmond Funeral Home, Arbor Memorial Inc. 8420 Cambie Road, Richmond BC, V6X 1K1 T: (604) 273-3748

Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 713 Columbia Street

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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

Born August 25, 1935 in Steveston, BC. Passed away suddenly and peacefully on May 11, 2015 in Richmond at the age of 79. She is predeceased by her husband Toshiyuki. She is lovingly remembered by daughters Kathleen (Jon) Spence, Geraldine (Kevin) Eedy, and Alison; granddaughter Nicole Spence; and by many relatives and friends. A funeral service will take place on Thursday May 21, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the Richmond Funeral Home, 8420 Cambie Road, Richmond. A special thanks to Dr. Adam Chang and all the staff at Courtyard Gardens for their care, support, and friendship. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Parkinson Society BC or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Koden gratefully declined.

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Includes Training...

We thank all applicants for your interest!

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Call Dave for a Presentation 778.996.0369 www.bc.abuyerschoice.com

To join our team of professional drivers please send off a resume and current drivers abstract to: careers@vankam.com For more info about Line Haul, call Bev, 604-968-5488

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

WE BUY HOMES BC

GIESBRECHT, Edward R. June 10, 1937 - May 10, 2015 Edward went Home May 10, 2015. He was diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndrome in 2009, after which he received blood transfusions every 6 weeks, though the time between steadily decreased until he endured them bi-weekly. He prayed for the donors on whose gifts he depended and was thankful for the excellent health care staff. Edward was a man of various interests. Those he could not experience in person he did so through books. He was a word-smith, always enjoying a good debate. He loved his family, his high school sweetheart Katie, children Dennis, Corinne (Darrell Gushue), Keith (Jennifer), and Grandsons Philip and Connor. He was thankful for Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s forgiveness. When friends said â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hang in thereâ&#x20AC;? he would reply â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, I do not have the energy to hang on but God is holding me and Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not letting me go.â&#x20AC;? The Memorial Service is at 1:00pm on May 15th at Richmond Bethel Church, 10200 No. 5 Rd. Richmond, BC

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Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily

CAR CRASH WITNESS / INFO NEEDED - HAPPENED MONDAY MAY 11 @ approx. 9:30 PM on HWY 1 EASTBOUND - CONTACT RCMP CST. M. WUTKE (604)3149703

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

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Immediate Openings:

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Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

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14302311 Lucas Rd, Minler Rd, Mirabel Crt 14302281 6000 Blundell Rd 14302273 Carmel Rd, Cathay Rd, Chemainus Dr, Clearwater Dr, Gate, Colbeck Pl, Rd 14302323 Cantley Rd Colville Rd 14302320 8000 Blk of no 2 Rd 14304050 Juniper Dr, Gate, Whiteoak Dr, Gate 14304072 Gilbert Cres, Neil Pl, Woodwards Pl 14304053 Rekis Ave, Gate, Romaniuk Dr, Pl 14304057 Haddon Crt, Haddon Dr, Pl, Mytko Cres 14401646 Mortfield Gate, Ryan RD, Crt, Cres, Pl 14402532 Mowbray Rd , Whelan Rd 14402434 Ash St, Glenacres Dr, Glenbrook Crt, Dr 14402442 9000 Blk of Garden City Rd, Pigott Rd 14402440 Heather Pl, Pinewell Cres Saunders Rd 14500454 Sunnybank Ave, Sunnycroft Rd, Sunnydene Rd 14500433 Aspin Crt, Dr, Pl, Brandys Pl 15101184 Sealord Rd, Sealord Pl 15101110 Seagrave Rd, Seaton Crt, Pl, Rd, Seavale Rd 14702355 Seacliff Rd, Seahaven Dr, Pl, Seamount Rd, 14702347 Seahurst Pl, Seahurst Rd, Seaward Crt, Gate, Seaway Rd, Steveston Hwy 14701424 Seacrest Rd, Seaham Cres

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HOME SERVICE GUIDE PLUMBING & HEATING

Heating System Service Special

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

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

• Hedge Trimming / Pruning

• Aeration / Power Raking

• Pressure Washing

• Trimming

604-908-3596 6 04-9 -908-3 -3596 PERSONAL SERVICES 182

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 269

FENCING

RENOVATIONS

HOME

IMPROVEMENTS

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

Insured / WCB

and I’m a Nice Guy!

Mike Favel • 604-341-2681

advertise in the Home Service Guide Call 604-247-3700

email: adcontrol@richmondreview.com HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 281

M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS

Call George 778 886 3186

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

GARDENING

A & B GUTTERS Gutter Cleaning & Repairs. Quality Work. Best rates. 604-202-3893

S&S Landscaping CEDAR FENCE INSTALLATION

287

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REVIEW

PLUMBING/HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

604-868-7062

the richmond

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

551

RUBBISH REMOVAL

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

GARDENING

563

Have unwanted or inherited firearms in your possession? Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally? Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them. Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland firearms community since 1973. We are a government licensed firearms business with fully certified verifiers, armorers and appraisers.

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

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

ELECTRICAL

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

15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau

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

BESTWAY PAINTING

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

Benjamin Moore Accredited

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

Spring Special

$150 OFF Interior Painting $250 OFF Exterior Painting

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

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

Brad 778-552-3900

MISC. WANTED

Have Unwanted Firearms?

2 coats any colour

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

AWARD WINNERS Hedges, trees, gardens, lawns. A & B Landscaping (604)202-3893

GARAGE SALES

RICHMOND. Sat. & Sum, May 16 17, 10-2 p.m. 11206 4th Ave. Collectibles, tools, fishing, signed ltd prints, vintage disney/toys, antique china cabinets, household & more.

Call today to set up an appointment 604-467-9232

Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

778-881-6737 HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations Repairs - 604.878.5232

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

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PLUMBING

REAL ESTATE

BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com 10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005

625 JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865

386 320

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

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

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

LOCAL PLUMBER $45 Service Call Plumbing, Heating, Plugged Drains. Mustang Plumbing 778-714-2441

WINDOW CLEANING

A & B WINDOW CLEANING QUALITY WORK - BEST RATES Work Safe / Insured. 604-202-3893

PETS

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

Mr. Side Walk Power Washing Sidewalks, Driveways, Patios Strata, Comm. Res. 604-802-9033

German Shepherd pups, vet check, 1st shots, own both parents, gd tempered, farm & family raised in country, good guard dog/family pet. born feb 11. $750; 604-796-3799 or 604-845-6027, no sunday calls

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

GERMAN SHEPHERD-X Puppies Family raised, $400. Text or Call for pictures: 604-798-2691.

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

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

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

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

604 - 720 - 2009 ~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

604-537-4140

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PRESSURE WASHING

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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

.Brothers Moving 604-720-0931

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

ARBUTUS ROOFING & DRAINS Ltd We specialize in: F Shingle Roofing F Flat Roofing F Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs Residential / Strata

604 - 259 - 2482 www.arbutusroofing.com

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

#1 AAA Rubbish Removal 26 Years Serving Rmd. AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

Ronaldo’s Painting Insured/WCB/Free Estimates Ronaldo, 778-881-6478 Visa/Mastercard

Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service FREE ESTIMATES

Joe 604-250-5481

Langley - 2 SEPARATE TITLES SxS Duplex, 4 suites 8500s/f lot, fully reno’d, new siding/windows. Rent $3400. $669K or $339K each side. Call 604-807-6565

PETS 477

MIRACLE MOVING

FOR SALE BY OWNER

551

626

HOUSES FOR SALE

MODULAR home 2BR/2BA Ready to move to your lot. Over $100K in renos in 2008. New roof, plumbing, wiring, gyproc, fixtures, windows. texased2@gmail.com $75,000

RENTALS 736

HOMES FOR RENT

RICHMOND. Spacious newly reno’d 3 bdrm rancher, 4 appls, wall-towall, blinds, cov patio, storage, garage, prkg, fenced. $1650/m. N/P. Avial immed. 604-833-2103

GARAGE SALES

ABBOTSFORD

TRANSPORTATION

FLEA MARKET Abbotsford Exhibition Park

845

TRETHEWEY @ MACLURE AVE

~ SUNDAYS ONLY ~ 6 am to 4 pm

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

Phone 604-859-7540 The Scrapper

GARAGE SALE

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9880 PARSONS RD Sat. May 16th 9:00-1:00pm RICHMOND. Moving Sale. Sat. May 16, 9-3 p.m. 4540 Garry St. Lots of variety. Everything must go. RICHMOND Multi Family Garage 8471 Elsmore Rd. Saturday, May 16, 9am - 2pm Cancelled if raining.

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

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Richmond Mounties raised $270 and collected 10 boxes of food for the Richmond Food Bank Society during Police Week at West Richmond Community Centre next to Hugh Boyd Park.

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The Richmond Gogos held their first annual Turn to the Sun sunflower seedling sale, organized in cooperation with the Richmond Garden Club who were also having their annual plant sale on Saturday, May 9. Money raised goes to the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation.

The Richmond Hospice Association held its annual Hike for Hospice at Garry Point Park on May 2. The Hike for Hospice kicked off National Hospice Palliative week, May 3 to 9, and highlights the people who are involved in delivering the care, programs and support.

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