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Long-time City of Richmond councillor and chair of the city’s planning committee Bill McNulty added more than a wrinkle in the long debate over the Lingyen Mountain Temple expansion proposal by suggesting the Buddhist applicants hadn’t acted in a “Christian way.” “I’m a Christian and that’s not a Christian way of doing things,” said McNulty Wednesday in front of a packed planning committee meeting room. McNulty’s audience took pause as he expressed his sentiments over the way the applicants had previously — years ago — bypassed city hall and went directly to the Agricultural Land Commission to draw land out of the Agricultural Land Reserve.

“When you go behind my back, I question your motives,” said McNulty, who then repeated several times that he is Christian and wanted it “on the record.” The latest of many proposals by Lingyen members to build a 200,000 square foot Buddhist temple facility on No. 5 Road, next to its existing temple, was referred back to city planners after city staff told the planning committee the applicants had made “substantial revisions” and more time was needed for negotiations.

Following the meeting, renowned architect James Cheng, whose namesake company has spearheaded the decade-long proposal process, said he hopes religious affiliation has nothing to do with the application. “I’m shocked. I don’t know what to say,” added Cheng, who comes from a Christian background himself. On Thursday, McNulty apologized for his comments. “I was not comparing religious values and faiths because I have respect for all of them,” he said, adding that his religious affiliation has never interfered with his council duties. He said the comments came out of frustration for the proposal process. All city councillors attended the meeting and were largely taken aback by the news that substantial revisions had reportedly been made. And while the committee voted in favour of the

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Two Richmond book sellers have reached the final chapter in their retail operations and will be closing their doors next month. Both Black Bond Books at Lansdowne Centre and the Chapters store on Ackroyd Road are shutting down May 31 and are in the midst of sales to liquidate their stock. Cathy Jesson, owner of privately

run Black Bond Books, said sales over the last year at the Lansdowne Centre store dropped 25 per cent signalling the decision to end its near decade at the mall. Jesson owed declining sales to competition from online sources, chronic low traffic in the mall, changing demographics in Richmond that has English as a second language for increasingly more residents, and the lure of big box-style sellers, although she was surprised to learn the local

Chapters was also closing. On Wednesday, signs posted on the Chapter’s front windows advertised a 50 per cent closing sale discount on some merchandise. “Like every great retailer, we review lease arrangements for all of our store locations when they near expiry,” said company spokeswoman Janet Eger. Recently, Chapters closed two locations in Toronto. See full story online at www.richmond-news.com

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Coun. Evelina Halsey-Brandt called the current proposal “unacceptable.” Coun. Ken Johnston echoed Halsey-Brandt, saying, “There would have to be massive changes for me to vote in favour of this.” While Steves voted the referral down (with the intention of rejecting it all together), Mayor Malcolm Brodie said there would be little point in not hearing what the revisions would be. “With a massive amount of rework, there may be something that comes of this,” said Brodie. After the meeting, Cheng shared some of his revisions with the Richmond News. Among them is to lower the maximum height of any new building, namely the ‘main hall,’ from 99 feet to that of the existing temple — or about 75 feet. Also, Cheng said he would work with city staff to decrease the intrusion into agricultural land. At issue — as it relates to re-zoning — is the temple’s attempt to expand its place of worship by building on the No. 5 Road backlands, which are protected in the Agricultural Land Reserve. The backlands policy was installed to allow religious groups a place to build houses of worship on the east side of No. 5 Road. In exchange, the organizations must preserve the back twothirds of the lot and farm it. Under the proposal, the temple would swap an equal amount of land it owns at the front of No. 5 Road back into the land reserve. That land is three lots south of the proposed expansion plot. Cheng says the swap would create a more

unified plot of farmable land as it would connect with the Fantasy Gardens land. He also said it would benefit the temple to aggregate its temple facilities. Such changes call for a significant departure in zoning policy. Cheng noted such a policy is intended to increase agricultural viability and his proposal is, in fact, doing that. He noted the temple would improve drainage in the area to make the land more farmable. It would also build a farm access road. He also said the opportunity to have farmland fronting No. 5 Road presented a unique opportunity. Steves said swapping the land wasn’t an option; Cheng describes such thinking as “dogmatic.” “He is failing to acknowledge what the city is gaining,” said Cheng. Cheng pointed to a past city report that notes Lingyen was the only organization that had attempted farming its land. He said for that reason alone, he couldn’t understand why there was such distrust. Cheng admitted, to date, he had failed to frame the expansion in a way for people to understand the apparent social, spiritual and community benefits Lingyen could provide all Richmondites. “We didn’t do a good job presenting this to the public,” said Cheng. According to the most recent staff report, there exists a division within the Shellmont area. Lingyen members say there is significant support in the area, as well as throughout Richmond. Meanwhile, a group of opponents has formed under the banner CALMR.

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Blue box switch could cost $750,000 Graeme Wood

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The City of Richmond could be out of pocket hundreds of thousands of dollars as a result of a decision by Multi-Material BC to switch its processing site for blue box recyclables. “These costs could range anywhere between $250,000 - $750,000 annually, depending on whether a consolidation/ transfer facility can be arranged, or if multiple additional trucks will need to be added,” stated a report from Suzanne Bycraft, the city’s manager of fleet and environmental programs, about the collection site switch from Richmond to Surrey. The city signed on with MMBC, a new non-profit environmental stewardship organization, to collect recyclable materials under a B.C.regulated program, to be launched May 19. MMBC, however, retained the right to choose its processor and designate where the sorting plant is located. The city retained its contract with Sierra Waste Services Ltd., which will now truck the materials to the

MMBC designated processor (Green By Nature) in Surrey as opposed to the present processor in Richmond, Urban Impact, which lost out on the MMBC contract bid. “The city was only recently informally notified…that the designated processing site for delivery of Richmond’s recycling materials will be…in Surrey,” notes the report. “With this information only recently being made available, staff will begin identifying potential alternatives and options for how to most efficiently and cost-effectively manage delivery of the City’s recycling materials to (Surrey).” MMBC is mostly funded by medium and large businesses, including multinational companies who must now, under law, collect and recycle their packaging materials for consumer goods (plastics, cups, jars, boxes etc.). The companies pay fees to MMBC to collect and recycle the materials. That money then goes to paying municipalities who choose to continue collecting materials on their own, like Richmond. Under the terms, MMBC will give the city $2.3 million annually as

incentive to be part of its program. With that money, the city is expected to pay Sierra Waste for curb side collection. It’s expected to save the city $1.3 million, not factoring in the potential extra costs of trucking material to Surrey. The “savings” also don’t factor in a potential reduction of recycling fees presently charged to residents under the existing regime, should city council decide to reduce them. Critics of MMBC, such as NDP MLA and opposition critic for small business Lana Popham, charge that consumers will pay for recycling through higher prices for packaged goods. If local politicians don’t reduce residential recycling charges to counter MMBC’s incentive given to the city, the critics claim it’s tantamount to a double-tax. Under the changes more recyclable materials will be collected curb side. Residents should expect new sorting materials next month. One time costs associated with these changes will be $520,000. Bycraft recommended a letter be sent to MMBC addressing the financial and operational concerns.

Ed Pike poses with clubs, trophies, balls and the score card from his two hole-in-ones at Country Meadows Golf Course in Richmond. Photo by Arlen Redekop/The Province

Golfer pots double ace Three days after sinking two hole-in-ones on the same round of golf, Ed Pike was, understandably, still a very happy man. At odds of around 67 million-1, the 48-year-old forklift driver aced the fifth and 15th holes at Country Meadows on Monday, while playing with his golf buddies of 20 years, Dale Ware, Manfred Stengel and Jeff Dale. “I still can’t believe,” said Pike, a self-confessed “hacker,” who lives near No. 5 and Williams roads. “Dale was actually talking during my swing for the first holein-one, but that’s Dale for you; we’re just hackers really.” After the magical round, Pike, who got a hole-in-one at West Richmond pitch ‘n’ putt about 30 years ago, did his duty as a golfer and bought two rounds at the 19th hole (bar).

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Recess supervision limited as teachers begin job action Graeme Wood

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Recess and lunch hour supervision at Richmond schools was limited starting Wednesday as a result of job action taken by teachers, following a decision by their union, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation, to serve strike and job action notice. Teachers will also not be supervising children before and after school, leaving those duties to administrators. On Tuesday Richmond Schhol District Superintendent Monica Pamer sent a letter home to parents indicating Richmond school administrators would be watching over students during those times. She assured parents that students would be safe. According to Al Klassen, president of the Richmond Teachers’ Association, there is no specific discussion of strike or rotating-strike action in the immediate future. In addition to limiting supervision to class hours, teachers will also be limiting communication and dialogue between themselves and administrators to informal face-to-face interactions. Teachers will also limit the work they do beyond class time to one hour before and one hour after class hours. Teachers will, however, continue to write report cards and participate in volunteer activities. “Work will become more challenging as dialogue between administrators and teachers is limited, and that’s part of job action. The actions will affect school governance and that’s the unfortunate part, but by and large the students’ education won’t be affected,” said Klassen, noting committees will likely

be one of the more affected aspects of a school’s routine. The low-level job action comes after teachers voted 89 per cent in favour of strike action on March 6. “Job action, even low-level action, is always a last resort because teachers care deeply about our schools and our students,” wrote BCTF president Jim Iker in an online statement last week. Teachers are asking for wage increases and improvements

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Whale-watching — from a tanker

orth Pacific humpbacks whales are no longer members of a threatened species… according to the federal government, which last weekend announced the Species at Risk Act would be amended to reclassify the whales as a “species of special concern.” The new title means the whales’ feeding ground will no longer be subject to habitat protection laws — good news for whale watchers, especially those who are watching from oil tankers. The whales’ habitat happens to be right

on the shipping lane slated for bitumen-loaded tankers bound for China, should the same government decide to approve the Northern Gateway Pipeline next month. It seems coincidental. Proenvironment lobbyists made it clear that one of their strategies in stopping the pipeline proposal was to meet any federal approval with legal action based on the Species at Risk Act. Oops. That’s one avenue closed to those pesky environmentalists. On the other hand, it does remove a hazard from those treacherous coastal waters… for

those who plan to launch the bitumen carriers. It seems, in their slashing of scientists’ jobs from Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the Tories had the foresight to keep at least a few around who are of the opinion that whales can probably dodge tankers. You can’t be accused of breaking any rules if there aren’t any rules to break. We’d like to toast the whales’ bright future after their return from the brink of extinction due to a century of commercial whaling. But their recovery is actually only words on paper.

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designed to favor the outlying ith the legislature regions of the province, far away not in session this InTheHouse from Downtown Vancouver. past week, Premier Christy Clark paid a visit Keith Baldrey Allowing increased economic Columnist activity on land that may have to the political epicenter of been in the ALR since the days her government. No, not her of the 1970s NDP government hometown of Vancouver, but will no doubt be more popular than not in the Kelowna, B.C.’s “City of Premiers.” Interior and the North. Her visit there was to showcase some The relentless focus on building a liquefied modest government spending announcements natural gas industry and potentially creating — funding for an ice skating event, and tens of thousands of jobs speaks to this money for flood protection — but the government looking outside of Vancouver and amount of money wasn’t her trip’s key aspect. its suburbs and not at them. Instead, the Kelowna visit served as a Bill Four, which allows pipelines and reminder that there has been a seismic shift transmissions lines to be built inside in the B.C. Liberal government’s outlook and provincial parks is more evidence the B.C. how that shapes its priorities. The result of Liberals are less interested in courting urban the last provincial election forced that shift, and its impact will be significant as long as the voters, and more focused on winning support in natural resource-dependent communities. B.C. Liberals hold power. The cabinet order to exempt ski resorts I’ve noted this shift before, and now we are and natural gas processing from a provincial starting to see some examples of how this is environmental assessment review shows how playing out, and they’re not just about where far the government is willing to go to hasten the premier chooses to travel. development in the regions, even if it sidesteps The breakup of the Agriculture Land Reserve into two zones, for example, is clearly environmental protection regulations.

It’s not hard to see how and why these policies have been arrived at. First, the B.C. government firmly believes developing the natural resource sector is the key to economic growth for the province in the coming decades. Secondly, though, is the fact the B.C. Liberals know the key to them remaining in power is to build and retain electoral strength along the Fraser River, and through the Interior and the North. Although the government has four seats in Vancouver, the election cost them two seats in the city. However, it increased its voter strength in the regions and picked up an additional seat from there as well. Now, less than a quarter of the government caucus represents Vancouver and its northern and eastern suburbs. Power has shifted to the southern suburbs, and the outlying regions, and this is bound to help shape government priorities. There is also the psychological impact of Clark being defeated in Vancouver-Pt. Grey. She has said on more than one occasion that losing in that riding made her realize

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she doesn’t have to worry about the urban green voters that dominate the coffee bars of Kitsilano and UBC. This brings me back to Kelowna, and why that city is poised for benefits. When she was there last week, the idea of a second bridge crossing over Okanagan Lake was part of the conversation. Long viewed as part of a dreamy wish list for Okanagan residents, the project has suddenly taken on urgency, as Clark’s government has committed $2 million for study and planning purposes. It may take a decade to actually complete the bridge, but I like the odds of it being completed ahead of, say, a SkyTrain or rapid transit line down the West Broadway corridor. That SkyTrain line would travel through two ridings that gave the B.C. Liberals the boot last May. An Okanagan Lake bridge would impact three ridings that are represented by B.C. Liberal cabinet ministers and the premier herself. Bets, anyone, on which one has a better chance of being done first? Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global BC.

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Councillor sorry for roping religion into debate The Editor: Re: “Councillor: Buddhists didn’t act in a Christian way,” News (online), April 24. I am writing to clarify and apologize for remarks I made during the planning committee meeting on April 23 about the proposed expansion of the Lingyen Mountain Temple on No. 5 Road as reported in the Richmond News. During the discussion, many councillors, including myself, expressed frustration that the Agricultural Land Commission made a decision related to farming of the temple’s backlands without prior city input. This was a breach of accepted process. I noted that I felt this approach also went against my own personal values, which are based on my beliefs. While I am proud of my beliefs, I regret that my comments may have inadvertently introduced religion into this debate. I apologize to anyone who may have been offended or felt my comments were intended to question or criticize the beliefs or actions of others who acted in good faith.

I respect the religions of others and am proud that all cultures live harmoniously in Richmond. I am proud that we welcome and accept all cultures and religions in Richmond. That acceptance led to council’s creation of the “Highway to Heaven” of which Lingyen Mountain Temple is a part. This area is a symbol of cultural and religious harmony for which all Richmond residents can be proud. Although I am a man of faith, religion has never biased my decision-making as a member of council and it has not in this issue. In fact, I voted to refer the proposal back to staff so that the proponents, as requested, will have another opportunity to modify their proposal to attempt to address concerns raised by city staff, councillors and the community. I urge anyone who would like to speak to me about this to please contact me directly through the Councillors’ Office at City Hall. Coun. Bill McNulty Richmond

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Lingyen members deserve praise The Editor, My family came to this great nation from Scotland in 1883 and settled in the Richmond area known as Lulu Island. We have been here for four generations. I am shocked by the statement that somehow Christians are more moral than Buddhists. The Richmond residents who have prepared thousands of meals and have donated to hospitals are hurt by these connotations. Canada is a great nation, we should welcome diversity. I support the Union Gospel

Mission’s endeavors and, during Christmas, have worked on the streets of the Lower Mainland. I have also worked with Richmondbased not-for-profits, assisting the most desperate of our society. To denigrate a religious organization publically is disheartening. Our members are hurt by this. We are good people. I am personally hurt these comments were uttered at the government level. In my opinion, the volunteers and masters at Lingyen Mountain Temple should be given a medal

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et ready to be immersed in the world of a dodgy theatrical company, if you plan on taking in Steveston London secondary’s production of The Wars of 1812. That’s because, depending on where you sit, you may just get a really up-close look at the actors taking part in this original playwithin-a-play that follows the trials and tribulations of a troupe intent on siphoning off federal grant funds to produce a poorly executed tale about the renowned conflict between the British and their colonials against the Americans. “The kids saw me in a show a couple of years ago and it involved a theatre company with some not very good actors and writers,” said drama teacher Jean Kosar, who wrote the piece. “And so the kids said, ‘Gee, we should do a show like that.’” And that entails using more than the normal confines of the cozy theatre’s stage. “We were trying to give the audience a

sense of being in the play,” Kosar said. “We have actors scattered in the audience who respond to what’s going on on the stage. So, we’re trying to give everyone a real theatrical experience, rather than just sitting back and watching a show.” It’s a style that’s not entirely new to the Steveston London group, Kosar said, adding one of the aims of the program is to break down walls between the actors and audience. “I think we always try and do that here,” Kosar said. “Our last show was Midsummer Night’s Dream, and we had an environmental show where the audience started out in the lobby and then brought them into the theatre where there were fairies all over the place, using the audience as characters.”

ut why focus on the War of 1812? “A couple of years ago, the federal government offered grants to theatre companies that put on work about the War of 1812,” Kosar said with a smile. “That’s where the idea for this came from – a pretty bad theatre company trying to get money out of the federal government.”

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For many of the Grade 12 students in the cast, like Paige Gelfer and Alyssa Hirose, this is their final, large-scale production before they graduate, and they wanted something significant to mark their sendoff. So far, it’s proving to be all that and more, while offering some unique challenges. “We’re not supposed to be good actors in the play, which is a kind of shoddy production. It’s fun trying to be bad intentionally,” said Gelfer, who plays Claire, a young actor in the company who is very eager to please the director and everyone else around her. “We’re essentially playing two characters — the one in the play, and the one you’re supposed to be playing within the play,” said Hirose who assumes the character of Vanessa, an older actor who thinks very highly of herself and is the lead in the play, which is punctuated with overacted, boisterous scenes as plans for war take shape — on and off the stage. “And you have to make it clear you’re not playing that character very well.” The Wars of 1812 runs April 29, 30, and May 1-2 at Steveston London Secondary.

epending on the day, Marc Gladstone goes with the flow of the music. It’s just easier that way, says Richmond’s veteran keyboard player, who currently belongs to eight bands scattered across the Lower Mainland. “There’s only 24 hours in a day, and every band wants to rehearse,” says Gladstone who has performed for the past 30 or so years with the likes of Prism, Stone Poets and The Jardines. “Luckily, I listen to and enjoy all kinds of music. “Playing the different styles is not as hard as the juggling of time to rehearse,” he says. “Plus, I like having a different outlet for the creative stuff.” Taking up part of Gladstone’s time for the past few years has been the band Abandon Paris, which is set to release the video to their song Hollywood at a red carpet event May 8 at The Roxy. “We’re kinda all over the map musically, really,” he said, adding the musical influences from band members range from Nine Inch Nails to a folk pop sound like Ryan Adams. “We’ve been compared to The Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Sublime, Lincoln Park — it’s hard sometimes to categorize... It’s a rock sound, for sure.” Abandon Paris includes Scott Jackson (vocals); Dagriff (vocals); Bryan Jasper (guitar); Chris Murray Driver - (drums/percussion); Shafer Carson (bass) and Gladstone (keyboards/vocals). For the gig at The Roxy, the video for Hollywood spoofs the popular American Idol reality TV show. “We did that just because of the way pop stars are made and manufactured these days that we all basically don’t agree with,” Gladstone said. “We (band members) subscribe to the grab a guitar, get in the garage and suck for a couple of years before you’re any good. I believe that’s the best way to do it. Success doesn’t really happen overnight. American Idol and The Voice kinda make it seem that way.” In the video, one of the four contestants is a prime example of the fabricated, win-at-all-costs competitor. “She does pretty much all the things you shouldn’t do in the business to get ahead,” Gladstone says. “It’s all in fun.” Fans planning to attend the event are encouraged to dress up as their favourite Hollywood icon and take in the video release and live performance.

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Over the coming, weeks a specially chosen group of 10 local high school students will be honing their voices and perfecting dance steps for the 11th annual Rich City Idol competition. But the polished performances May 29 on stage at the Gateway Theatre are only part of the story of growth for the finalists. While it represents the finished article — the result of a lengthy journey — the student-run and organized event is much more than just a singing contest. It’s an opportunity for local youth to showcase not only their talent, but their leadership skills and contributions to the community, said Justin Uyeno, lead producer of last year’s show. “I believe the lessons the idols and organizers learn from this experience are immensely important in their development as artists, professionals and young leaders,” Uyeno This year’s group of Rich City Idol contestants, chosen from the city’s 10 secondary schools, said. “Much like any team, the show requires will take to the Gateway Theatre stage (below right) May 29. Photos submitted considerable cooperation, responsibility, and commitment from all volunteers in order to ensure the show is successful. And like many live because they know these other kids are their Another is Elaine Shepherd, a Juno Award shows, there are always unexpected occurrences competition. And initially, when we ask them to winning performer who returned for last year’s that do not always go according to plan.” sing, posture-wise they’re slouched over, not very 10th anniversary RCI show as a judge. And that provides a perfect opportunity for the loud, and not projecting. “Being a guest judge for the 10th Annual Rich competitors to step out of their comfort zones “But by the end, after they’ve had some vocal City idol was a real pleasure,” Shepherd said. “It and learn to persevere through the challenges coaching, their breathing gets better, their voices was surreal for me to be sitting there years after associated with performing, Uyeno added. become louder. And they are more energetic and the first Rich City Idol that I had won 10 years Meeting those challenges is exactly why willing to work well with the crowd,” Leung said. prior. It was truly amazing to see the talent. Natasha Jung and Martin “So, by the time we are ready to Hui — students at Richmond do rehearsals they are dancing, SCAN PAGE secondary school — founded pointing into the crowd and TO SEE A the event in 2004. trying to get us to clap along VIDEO It’s also a period of startling with them. You can really see transformation for the their confidence level certainly competitors who have already go up.” been judged to represent their school at the And that can potentially lead to greater things final, said Lorie Leung, a Grade 12 student at in the future as RCI has accumulated a long McMath who, for the past two years, has hosted list of alumni, some of whom have gone on to the show, and is now producing this year’s successful endeavours in the music business. performance. Among them is Jeff Laing who has gone on to “When the competitors first come to us they become a performer, music producer and also are all very shy,” Leung said. “They’re quiet made it to the top 100 in the Canadian Idol TV and pretty nervous about everyone else there competition.

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SHOPPING BUS SERVICE Minoru Place provides a bus service for those who wish to get out and do some shopping! The shopping bus travels to the following destinations: Mondays ...................................................Blundell Centre Thursdays ....................................................... Lansdowne

The cost of the shopping bus service is $2 round trip. As there is limited storage on board, clients are asked to purchase only what they can carry. Please pick up the schedule with speciﬁc pick-up locations at the centre or phone Erika at 604-238-8456 for more information.

Minoru Wellness Clinics FREE HEALTHY OPTIONS FOR OLDER ADULTS Have your blood pressure checked by a retired volunteer nurse and pick up information on programs, services and support available to seniors in the community. Holistic health appointments, manicures and pedicures are available for a minimum donation. Clinic offered every third Wednesday of the month. Call 604-238-8450 to book an appointment.

May 21....Wed .......................................9:00-11:30am

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HEARING CLINIC

Offered every third Thursday of the month, call 604-238-8450 to make a hearing test appointment.

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WELcomE homE to General Interest FREE THEN AND NOW Lesbian, gay, transgender, and bisexual (LGTB) elders share stories of coming out, bullying, LGTB rights, inclusion and diversity. Learn about the history of LGTB and how coming out impacts health, wellness, family, and ones connection to their community. Light refreshments.

FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER CLUB Meet other seniors for a social evening at Minoru Place. Hot entrées $7 ($5 members). Call Debbie 604-238-8460 for more information or to reserve a seat.

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE!

Special Events

Socialize, meet new friends, learn and have fun joining in a variety of activities including drop-in Karaoke the ﬁrst Friday of each month! Call or visit for more information.

Pull out those pedal pushers, poodle skirts and sweater vests or cross over to Disco and enjoy an afternoon of dancing and socializing to 50s, 60s and 70s music. Light refreshments and door prizes. Registration required. May 10...Sa.... 1:00pm-3:00pm.....$10.00 ...........423908

Move For Health Week FREE

Every Friday.... 6:00-8:00pm ............................ $2/Drop-in

SATURDAY SPANISH SOCIAL GROUP Join other Spanish-speaking seniors for outings, and social activities. The group meets weekly and new members are welcome. Fluent or advanced Spanish-speaking skills required. Facility Pass required. Call 604-238-8450 for more details. Every Saturday .......................................10:30am-1:00pm

INDOOR SOFT TENNIS

Try tennis in a safe, fun environment. Using portable nets and larger soft, specialized tennis balls, this activity is great for hand-eye coordination. Bring a partner or come solo to this social introduction to this sport. All skill levels welcome. Registration required. May 8.......Th.......................... 1:30-3:00pm.........647564

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A variety of ﬁtness equipment is used in this all over workout that may include some cardiovascular work. Intensity levels are adjusted for all ﬁtness levels Tu .............5:30-6:30pm ............................................................................. $5.35/Drop-in

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Latin Rhythms and easy to follow moves are fused together to create this one of a kind ﬁtness program W .............5:30-6:30pm ............................................................................. $5.65/Drop-in

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Community Leisure Transportation

TheCommunityLeisureTransportation(CLT)programprovidesanaffordabletransportation option for community organizations. Offering a ﬂeet of buses accommodating 16 to 22 passengers, the service ensures access to seniors, youth, persons with disabilities and all other Richmond residents to programs, services and special events offered in the community. For community group bookings only. For more information or to make a booking contact Erika Goroztieta at 604-238-8456 or egoroztieta@richmond.ca

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SPORTS

Send your story ideas or photo submissions to ‘Richmond’ sports Mark Booth at mbooth@richmond-news.com

Basketball standout wins national collegiate award

Brodie Greig recognized for his outstanding season in leading Langara Falcons to national men’s championship A decorated basketball season for Brodie Greig has concluded with the biggest individual prize of all. The point guard for the Langara Falcons men’s basketball team and Richmond native has been named the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association’s (CCAA) Athlete of the Year for all sports. Greig led the Falcons to a historic victory at this year’s CCAA National Championships — a thrilling 88-86 final against the Red Deer College Kings. Greig kept the Falcons alive in the game’s final moments, sinking seven free throws in a row in the last 30 seconds. The 6-foot-3 McMath graduate averaged a “triple-double” at the tournament, with 22 points, 10 rebounds, and 12 assists per game. The win secured the Falcons’ first national basketball title in 15 years, and Greig was named MVP of the tournament. His honours this season also included: Three-time PACWEST Athlete of the Week, PACWEST 1st Team All-Star, PACWEST Player of the Year, PACWEST Provincial Championship Gold Medalist, PACWEST Provincial Championship MVP and CCAA All-Canadian. Greig, 24, was presented with the award in his home gym on Tuesday by Langara President Dr. Lane Trotter.

“I’d like to thank my teammates and coaches,” hes aid. “And of course I’d like to thank the CCAA, not only for recognizing my personal achievements, but for recognizing the hard work and success of my team.” The Falcons were seeded as the top team going into nationals after finishing the regular season at 20-1 and winning the PACWEST playoffs. Burnett graduate Elliott Mason was named a second all-star at nationals. The team also included Jamie Madewan (Palmer) and Matt Madewan (Palmer). Greig is spending the summer working for his family’s business and looking for opportunities to play professionally. “Brody is a natural leader and an incredibly talented athlete,” said men’s basketball head coach Paul Eberhardt, who is helping scout opportunities for Greig. “He’s been a key contributor to the team’s success this year, and we’re so proud he’s been recognized for his dedication and skill with this award.” Each year one male and one female athlete are chosen from across all CCAA sports to be recognized as Athlete of the Year. The last Langara Falcon to win the award was soccer player David Griffith in the year 2000.

Brody Greig is presented with the CCAA Athlete of the Year Award by Langara President and CEO Dr. Lane Trotter. The fourth-year guard from McMath secondary led the Falcons men’s basketball team to the national title. Photo by Langara College/Jennifer Oehler

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL

Top international teams coming to Olympic Oval for Canada Cup event Eight countries are set to do battle when the Richmond Olympic Oval hosts the 2014 Canada Cup International Wheelchair Rugby Tournament in June. The Canada Cup, which is considered one of the most prestigious wheelchair rugby

tournaments in the world, will take place from June 19-21. The host nation will be joined by Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, Sweden, Great Britain and Denmark. “We’re excited to once again bring world-

class wheelchair rugby to the Richmond Olympic Oval and to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Canada Cup,” said B.C. Wheelchair Sports Association Executive Director Gail Hamamoto. “We’re confident that this year’s Canada Cup will be the best

one yet.” For the first time, the results at Canada Cup will impact the world rankings leading into the 2014 World Wheelchair Rugby Championships. Canada is currently ranked No. 3.

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UNIVERSITY BASEBALL

Richmond pair have key roles for post-season bound UBC Tyson Popoff and Sean Callegari are 4th year standouts

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Teams from throughout North America converged on the Richmond Curling Club for the 15th annual Pacific International Cup. Following five days of competition, Langley’s Darren Frycz rink won the men’s event and Alaska’s Vicky Persinger rink prevailed on the women’s side of the draw. Photo by Gord Goble

A pair of Richmond baseball standouts have helped the UBC Thunderbirds earn home field advantage for the upcoming NAIA West Playoff Tournament. The Thunderbirds head to the postseason with a 20-8 conference record and 29-11 overall mark. Fourth-year players Tyson Popoff and Sean Callegari have been a big part of their success. Popoff ranks second on the team with 33 runs scored, while batting .294. UBC’s starting shortstop also is third in hits (47) which includes nine doubles and a home run. Callegari has posted a solid 5-2 record on the mound in 11 starts this season. The lefty has has recorded 38 strikeouts in 68 innings of work and has a 2.73 ERA. His last start was an 8-0 win over Simpson Redhawks in the regular season series finale. Callegari gave up four hits and no walks over six innings. The T-Birds had three shutouts in their series with the Redhawks, with the one slip-up being the first game of Saturday’s doubleheader, when the visitors managed to break out for seven runs on 13 hits to make it interesting after UBC posted an eight-spot in the second inning. But the

‘Birds kept adding to the lead throughout the game to take care of business and guarantee home field for the playoffs, starting May 2. “It’s kind of a tough time of year with guys being in their final exams, so they’re up studying late at night and dealing with the stresses of that, so you’re not always going to see the most focused group at this time of year, and it was good to get the four wins we needed,” said UBC head coach Terry McKaig. “Now we have a few extra days to take care of exams and we have 11 or 12 days to get ramping up for the playoffs.” McKaig is hoping the 36 runs and three shutouts UBC put up in the series will put the squad in the right frame of mind for postseason success. “Bottom line is that you want that confidence from having a good weekend. The last two weekends on the road we hadn’t swung the bats very well, so this was good for that confidence,” said McKaig. “During the break, that’s where it’s up to us as coaches to create some competitive environments between now and the tournament.”

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THIS CHICK’S PICKS FOR SPRING We asked design expert Jennifer Scott of A Good Chick to Know to share her best spring style secrets. Needless to say, her picks have put us in the mood for a major home makeover! Find her top five favourite pastel pieces in decor right now on www.VitaminDaily.com

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SEASONAL PRETTY by Athena Tsaviliris

If the change in weather’s inspired you to add more colour to your palette, start with your makeup. Trust a squeeze of orange on the lip or hint of rose on the cheeks to take you from winter drab to springtime fab. The winter blues don’t stand a chance.

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Our top five colourful beauty products can be found on www.VitaminDaily.com

CITY SLICKERS by Sara Samson & Anya Georgijevic Unfortunately, May’s flowers can’t arrive until we’ve endured April’s showers. But that doesn’t mean we can’t wait out the rain in style. One of five standout trends this season: a fun and carefree cape to throw over just about anything. See more spring fashion including boots and brolleys on www. VitaminDaily.com FASHION & SHOPPING

VIDEO: TWO SUGARS It was the sweetest thing. TLC reality TV star Buddy Valastro, a.k.a., the Cake Boss, took a break from promoting his new line of bakeware at the Canadian Tire Home, Auto and Outdoor Show to meet Vancouver’s very own cupcake prodigy, 12-yearold Tate of Tate’s Cupcakes. ARTS & CULTURE

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DUECK’S

TRUCK EVENT!

NEXT GENERATION 2014 SILVERADO 4 DOOR ONLY 12 LEFT

Automatic, A/C, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, 17” Wheels, UpLevel Sound System with USB, Bluetooth, 4.2” Colour Screen Display

0% PURCHASE FINANCING 0% LEASE

“Nobody beats a Dueck deal. I Guarantee it!”

- Greg Keith, VP and General Manager

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NO CHARGE EVENT:

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STK#4SI9587

24,999

DUECK PRICE

170 to

Pickups m! choose fro

• No Charge Interest • No Charge Oil Changes • No Charge First Month Payment • No Charge Allison Transmission

200

• No Charge Discount Gas Card • 0% Purchase Financing Available • 0% Leasing Available • Discounts & Rebates Up To $9,050

Spa gift ce rtificate with Purch ase of veh icle this weeke nd only.

% UP TO 84 MONTHS PURCHASE FINANCING!

CHEVROLET

NEW 2014 CHEVY CRUZE Gas Saving 1.8L Ecotec Engine, Four wheel Antilock Braking System, Remote Keyless Entry, Power Windows & Locks, Oil Life Monitor, Auxiliary Input for Phone or MP3 Player, Sirius XM Radio, 6 Speaker Sound system, Traction Control, Onstar in vehicle communication system.

$1,500 LOYALTY CASH.

2 YEAR/40,000 KM COMPLIMENTARY OIL CHANGES*

BUICK STK#4CR5936R

NEW 2014 CHEVY TRAX

1.4L 4 cyl.Engine Turbocharged,AC Oil life monitoring system, Remote keyless entry system,6 airbags,Power windows,USB Port, Bluetooth,OnStar,Climate control

NEW 2014 CHEVY EQUINOX 2.4L, 6 speed-auto, A/C, 6 airbags, Tire pressure monitoring system, Remote keyless entry system, Cruise control, USB Port, Bluetooth, OnStar

DUECK PRICE $18,980

NEW 2014 BUICK VERANO

2.4L 4 cyl., 6 speed auto, A/C, Aux Jack, USB, Steering wheel controls audio & cruise, climate control, remote keyless entry, power windows, 10 airbags, OnStar, Bluetooth

STK#4EQ3070

$1,500

LOYALTY AVAILABLE

DUECK PRICE

DUECK PRICE $26,595

STK#4TX9309

$1,500

0% PURCHASE FINANCING 0% LEASE

15,980

NEW 2014 GMC TERRAIN

2.4Lm 6 speed auto, A/C, fog lights, rearview back up camera, climate control, traction control, power windows, XM Radio, Bluetooth, OnStar, Remote keyless entry

MSRP $24,705

MSRP $29,995

STK#4VE2010

STK#4TE9852

LOYALTY AVAILABLE

LEASE $0 DOWN BI-WEEKLY

FINANCE BI-WEEKLY

123 $134

NEW 2014 BUICK ENCORE

1.4L 4 Cyl, 6 Speed auto, rear vision camera, 10 airbags, power windows, remote keyless entry, Cruise control, Bluetooth, OnStar, power door locks, USB Port, active noise cancellation

159

BI-WEEKLY LEASE OR FINANCE

NEW 2014 CHEVY TRAVERSE

3.6L 6 speed auto, A/C, XM Radio, OnStar, Bluetooth, rear view camera system, remote engine start, leather wrap audio control mounted steering wheel, fog lamps

MSRP $38,965

MSRP $30,310

STK#4EC1978

LEASE $0 DOWN OR FINANCE

132

PAYMENT BI-WEEKLY

NEW 2014 CADILLAC ATS

2.5L 6-speed auto, heated leather seats, heated steering wheel, CUE, automatic climate control, Heated front seats, XM Radio, rear vision camera, forward collision alert, lane departure warning, 4yr/80,000KM premium care maintenance

174

LEASE OR FINANCE

PAYMENT BI-WEEKLY

NEW 2014 CADILLAC SRX

3.6L V6 speed auto, dual zone auto climate control, heated power outside mirrors, FWD, XM Radio, OnStar, heated front seats, 4yr/80,000KM premium care maintenance

MSRP $36,995

MSRP $42,085

STK#4AT8257

DUECK PRICE $36,990

STK#4SR6044

STK#47219

LEASE BI-WEEKLYY

188

12100 FEATHERSTONE WAY

FFINANCE BII-WEEKLYY

196

FINANCE 0% FOR 72 MONTHS

BI-WEEKLY

231

LEASE BI-WEEKLYY

159

FFINANCE BII-WEEKLYY

249

LEASE BI-WEEKLY

209

FFINANCE BI-WEEKLYY

278

Taxesand$549documentationfeeexcluded.AllpricesarenetofDueckdiscounts,rebatesandloyalties. Vehicle picture may not be exactly as shown. Finance Down Payments and rates: Trax $500 down @1.99%for72mos,Equinox$2,995down@0%for72mos,Verano$2,200down@1.90%for84mos; Terrain$2,650down@0%for72most;Encore1,500down@1,99%for72mos;ATS$3000down@ 4.99%for72mos,SRX$3000down@3.49%for72mosLeaseDownPaymentsandrates:Trax$1200 down@0.90%for60mos,Equinox$375down@0%for48mos,Verano$0down@0.9%for48mos; Terrain$250down@0%for48mos,Encore$850down@0.9%for48mos,ATS$1,550down@0.9%for 36mos;SRX$2,505down@0.9%for48mos;OfferExpiresMarch31st,2014