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Inside this 44-page special section, you’ll find out which local businesses were voted the ‘Best in Richmond’ and get to know some of our city’s finest folks. We’ve profiled 22 individuals who have made noteable contributions towards making Richmond one of the best places to live.

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Dianne Woodhouse

Dianne has probably handed out more sandwiches and clean towels to Richmond’s homeless and marginalized population than anyone. As chair of St. Alban’s Outreach and Advocacy, her committee founded the first-ever drop-in centre in Richmond. The committee also launched the Saturday Morning Shower Program, the Friday Lunch in the Park Program and the Sandwich and Food Delivery Program on Sundays.

Dianne grew up on a farm in the Fraser Valley. After graduation, she became a dental assistant before leaving for five years abroad, living and travelling in Europe, Scandinavia and Africa. Upon return, she graduated from BCIT as a registered nurse and practical nurse. She married and moved to Richmond 40 years ago to raise two children. She has always been inspired by her grandfather, who did an amazing amount of unrecognized charity work and refused any accolades.

With both children in school, she enrolled at UBC and graduated with a BSc in nursing.

Over her long career, she worked maximum security forensics, psychiatry, critical care and emergency. She retired from Vancouver Coastal Health in 2013 as a patient services manager in emergency psychiatry.

She has recently been a recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow award by the Rotary Foundation.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

I work out at a gym at least three times a week and I power walk with a group every Saturday morning (8-10 km in 1.5 hours) 2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

Watching the “working river,” especially the north arm; the log booms, the tugs, the mills, the fishing boats — such a vibrant part of B.C. 3. What’s top of your bucket list?

I finished my bucket list — the last item was hiking the Patagonia in South America.

It was spectacular!

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4. What’s your favou-

rite food?

of-town guests?

Sushi. But Dave’s Fish ‘n’ Chips is right up there.

The temples on our Highway to Heaven — people can’t believe what they see.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

The unsung commitment of our citizens who give back to the community.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

Justin Timberlake.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

“Change” by John Lennon.

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

Join Hands.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

I don’t think there is a city that compares specifically with Richmond unless you compare it to other small towns that are changing and growing up to join the big leagues. For example, Burnaby is changing, Richmond is changing, Haney is changing. So many more are in the same transition of growing up.

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

I don’t have one.

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Esther Ho

At the age of 12, Esther Ho began her life of volunteerism which has culminated in everything from a seven-day, 250-kilometre race through the Sahara to a 73-day bike ride across Canada — all in the name of charity.

Ho was born in Hong Kong and studied social work at the City University of Hong Kong. In 1995, she immigrated to Vancouver where she embraced a variety of good causes that helped her connect with her community.

Good causes, however, don’t always pay the bills.

In 1999, she founded a network marketing company, Billion Venture International with the goal of making enough money support her charity work.

The plan has worked and now Esther is a successful entrepreneur with the means to support a variety of not-for-profit organizations, including the Vancouver Sowers Society of Education, The Integration Youth Service Society, Mustard Seed Children’s Theatre, E&E Global Foundation, Dare BC Society, Gateway Theatre Pacific Festival and more.

In addition, Esther has worked as a columnist and radio commentator for local Chinese media.

Photo by Sean Hitrec 1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

I enjoy exercising like running, biking, walking and connecting with people.

Richmond is a cozy and diverse community. At the same time, it provides inner peace.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

Along River Road at the dike.

Brad Pitt.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

7. What song best describes Richmond?

To travel to Peru to and cycle there.

ABC Alphabet Song because it is diverse and everyone is familiar with it.

4. What’s your favourite food?

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

King crab and mushroom.

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In recent years, she has taken on a number of significant fitness challenges as a means to stay fit and raise money for the causes she believes in.

Eat, Play, Love – Richmond my home.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

Richmond Night Market.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

None can compare to a city as unique as Richmond.

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Canucks.

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Steward Siy

Steward Siy’s longtime passion for high school basketball is making a difference at MacNeill secondary. The volunteer coach guided the Ravens senior boys team to their best season ever, a fourth place finish at the provincial “AAA” championships. He has teamed up with Peter Thackwray and Landon Dy to build MacNeill into a formidable program that also includes Machoops spring and summer ball.

Siy (pictured far left) looks back fondly at his days as a student at Churchill secondary, playing for the school’s basketball and volleyball teams. He caught the coaching bug soon after, working with a talented Churchill Grade 8 team that included future national team standout Levon Kendall.

Twenty years later he is going strong with his roots now established in Richmond, volunteering for the past decade with the MacNeill basketball program.

He also organizes the Ravens’ annual home opener Stronger than Cancer night as a fundraiser event for the BC Cancer Foundation. Siy was recently honoured among the Nova Star Awards at the Volunteers Are Stars event for the Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives organization.

Photo by Sean Hitrec 1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

Not easy with all the food and restaurants our city has to offer. I try and get to the gym every morning and do some cardio stuff. My son really enjoys playing in the parks and playgrounds, be it the monkey bars, the slide, tossing a football, soccer, basketball, hockey, baseball.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

The different parks and greenspace all around us: Terra Nova, King George, Minoru, Garry Point, Steveston, South Arm. 3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Attending a game 7 NBA Finals game with my son featuring another Vancouver team (we need to get our team back). A Stanley Cup game 7 finals with

He is a proud father to his eight-year-old son, Jaden, who has also taken a liking and interest in sports.

the Canucks will do as well.

4. What’s your favourite food?

Japanese food and Chinese food.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

The diversity and variety in our community, the people, the food/restaurants, the recreational facilities and programs.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

Maybe the cast from Crazy Rich Asians.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

Simply the Best by Tina Turner.

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

Beautiful City….Good Food…..Great People….

Bad Drivers.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

Steveston Village, Night Market, Richmond Olympic Oval, MacArthur Glen Outlet.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

We haven’t really been to too many places but every time we come back from a trip we sure are glad to be home. Richmond truly is beautiful.

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Currently it has to be my son`s U7/U8 ball hockey team the Dragons. They are looking to repeat as Richmond champions. Also a big fan of our Ravens basketball teams at MacNeill as well as the Canucks and the BC Lions.

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Food & Entertainment CHINESE BAKERY

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FINE DINNING

1 Saint Germain Bakery

1 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant

1 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant

1 Steveston Seafood House

2 Ginger Indian Cuisine 3 Steveston Seafood House

2 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant 3 Ginger Indian Cuisine

BBQ

CHINESE FOOD

FISH AND CHIPS

1 Hog Shack

1 Sea Harbour Seafood Restaurant

1 Pajo’s Fish & Chips

2 Kam Do Bakery 3 Maxim’s Bakery

CHINESE BBQ 1 Happy Tree House BBQ

2 Parker Place Meat & B.B.Q. 3 HK BBQ Master

KING CRAB URANT A T S E R E NO BLUE CA

1 Sun Sui Wah

2 Kirin 3 Empire Seafood

CONGEE 1 No. 9 Restaurant

2 Kongee Dinesty 3 Double Double Restaurant

FRESH FISH HOUSE D O O F A E ON S STEVEST

1 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant

2 Steveston Seafood House 3 The Catch

KEBAB 1 Daddy’s Grill

2 Happy Tree House BBQ 3 Shawarma Palace

BAKERY 1 Diplomat Bakery

& CHIPS H S I F S ’ PAJO

2 Steveston Bakery 3 Costco Richmond

IRONWOOD PLAZA COMMUNITY PARK BBQ

2 Ginger Indian Cuisine 3 Kari House

2 Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ 3 Happy Tree House BBQ

BEER SELECTION 1 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant

2 O’Hare’s GastroPub 3 Britannia Brewing

BREAKFAST 1 River Rock Casino Resort

2 The Steveston Hotel 3 Cora

BRUNCH 1 Steveston Seafood House

2 River Rock Casino Resort 3 Cora

BURGER 1 White Spot

2 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant 3 Burger King

BUTCHER SHOP

2 Bamboo Express 3 Danny’s Wun Tun Restaurant

2 Dave’s Fish & Chips 3 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant

COFFEE SHOP

FOOD COURT

1 Steveston Coffee Company

1 Richmond Centre

2 Sanctuary Café 3 Village Books and Coffee House

CURRY

2 Aberdeen Centre 3 Lansdowne Centre

GREEK 1 Kisamos Taverna

1 Ginger Indian Cuisine

2 Ember Indian Kitchen 3 Tandoori Kona

2 Felicos Restaurant (now closed) 3 Opa

DESSERT

ICE CREAM

1 Diplomat Bakery

1 DQ

2 The Sweet Spot 3 DQ

2 Timothy’s 3 I.ce Queen

DIM SUM

INDIAN

1 Kirin Seafood Restaurant

1 Ginger Indian Cuisine

2 Continental Seafood Restaurant 3 Chef Tony

2 Ember Indian Kitchen 3 Tandoori Kona

1 Seafair Gourmet Meats

2 Amron’s Gourmet Meats 3 Windsor Meats

Fresh peel and eat Spot Prawns available every night during the season.

Purchased daily from the fishing vessel “Just Travlin” at the Steveston docks.

The Seafood House will be serving these delicacies in a variety of new and exciting dishes including: Head on peel and eat with garlic butter Spot prawns with homemade pappardelle pasta

Featuring a live DJ, face painting, beer garden, food and

Spanish style Gambas Al Ajillo Fire grilled and more....

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Saturday, June 22nd 2019 1-4pm

All proceeds from BBQ sales will go to Wigs for Kids. westbankcorp.com

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1 Italian Tomato

1 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant

1 O’Hare’s GastroPub

1 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant

2 Cucina Piccolo

KARAOKE 1 K Fever

2 Millennium 3 Zodiac

KID FRIENDLY 1 White Spot

E AST POK O C T S E W

2 Cora 3 Boston Pizza

KOREAN 1 Samsoonie Noodle And Rice

2 Sura Korean BBQ 3 Hanok Korean Restaurant

LATE NIGHT EATS 1 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant

SHI MEGA SU

2 BBQ Happy Tree 3 No. 9 Restaurant

MEALUNDER$10

RESTAURANT OVERALL

FOOD TRUCK

1 Pho Han

1 Steveston Seafood House

1 Japa dog

2 Lotus Restaurant 3 Steveston Village Vietnamese

2 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant 3 The Boathouse

CUSTOMER SERVICE (RESTAURANT)

SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 2 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant 3 Sun Sui Wah

PIZZA

STEAK

2 Steveston Seafood House 3 O’Hare’s GastroPub 1 Steveston Pizza

2 Richmond Pizza 3 Boston Pizza

PUB 1 O’Hare’s GastroPub

2 Ember Indian Kitchen 3 Banh Mi Tres Banh

1 Steveston Seafood House

1 Ginger Indian Cuisine

2 Pokey Okey 3 Browns Social House

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1 Westcoast Poke

2 Tim Horton’s 3 La Grill

TO ITALIAN

2 Steveston Seafood House 3 Porthole Steveston

POKE

1 McDonald’s

1 Steveston Built

2 The Boathouse 3 The Catch

2 Buck & Ear Bar & Grill 3 The Flying Beaver Bar & Grill

2 Buck & Ear Bar & Grill 3 The Flying Beaver Bar & Grill

1 The Keg

2 Chop 3 Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant

FILIPINO RESTAURANT 1 Little Ongpin

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2 Juice Truck 3 Melt Shop

ETHNIC SUPERMARKET 1 T&T supermarket

2 Fruiticana 3 H Mart

BEST BREWERY 1 Fuggles and Warlock

2 Britannia Brewing 3 Monkey Nine

BEST WINERY 1 Fraser Sun Winery

2 Lulu Island Winery 3 Country Vines

2 Kumare

SUSHI 1 Mega Sushi

2 Gami Sushi 3 Ora Sushi

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Gilmore Gardens celebrating over 20 Verve-licious years!

To celebrate our 20th birthday and the honour of being finalist as

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1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

Playing soccer with the Richmond Old Blacks, occasionally chasing alongside the younger All Blacks and spinning at Russel Sean Fitness.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

I remember riding my bike exploring various parts of the perimeter dikes as a young boy, from there when I got my license I remember discovering Triangle Beach, and over the years have discovered many more little nooks and crannies off the beaten path.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Buying a piece of Ronnie Wood artwork.

4. What’s your favourite food?

Too many to list but Danny’s Wun Tun, Steveston Pizza Co., Ember Indian Kitchen, Mega Sushi to name a few.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

The ever-changing nature of our community. I use Steveston Village as an example: growing up this was not a place you often took out-of-town visitors unless you were buying fish or showing them the fishing fleet — and visitors weren’t always fond of those aromas. Today it is one of the gems of our community. The transformation and recreational use of our dikes should also be noted.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

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Kyle Shury

Kyle is a proud “Richmond Boy” having grown up and lived in this great community for most of his life. He now calls Steveston home where he lives with his beautiful wife, Megan, and their three kids Lexy, 14, Bella, 12, and Damon, 10.

Kyle made the headlines in the Richmond News earlier this year after handing back $8,000 to an elderly woman who’d lost the cash. He can often be found out on the soccer pitch coaching his up-and-coming U14 Metro Girls — Richmond Red Bulls or his beloved Richmond All Blacks, while still getting the opportunity to kick the ball around with his fellow Old Blacks.

Kyle considered it a great honour to serve for eight years on the board of the Richmond Hospital Foundation, the last three as chair. He continues as an honorary director for this incredible organization.

In his spare time, he runs a real estate development company, Platform Properties, and is pleased to be doing business in his backyard with the redevelopment of the former Rod’s Building Supplies site which has been named The Roderick, to recognize its historical past.

This one’s a little corny but, to use a current pop star, Lady Gaga — like her hairstyles, we’re always changing and evolving.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

I am not sure of its title but it would be a medley of various songs in many different languages.

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

Don’t have a motto per se but can’t help to think a reference to our melting pot of cultures, or extensive cuisine options would be included.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

The Village, always proud to show it off to guests.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

I can’t say I have an answer for this one, truthfully, I have never visited any place quite like it (which is a good thing).

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

U14 Red Bulls, Richmond All/Old Blacks and abroad, Liverpool FC.

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Fan Chun

Fan Chun was awestruck by the vastness of Canada and fell in love with the cultural mosaic of the country the moment he stepped off the plane. Canada has been his home ever since.

He travelled to Canada in 1989, beginning his journey in St. John’s, Nfld. His study, work and CPA training brought him coast to coast. From Nova Scotia to British Columbia, he has seen it all. He even worked at an oil field for Imperial Oil (Esso) in a remote town in Alberta. Eventually, his interest in IT and accounting brought him to UBC for his master’s degree.

Fan believes he owes his entire career development to the Richmond community. His work experience include software support and development, consulting and finance. For the last 10 years, he has been the CFO of Dr. Power, an international company headquartered in Richmond that exports a variety of mobile power solutions, including power-assisted pedelec ebikes to over 50 countries in the world.

Fan started to get involved with Richmond Chamber of Commerce in 2012 as a director. As the current chair of the Chamber, Fan finds this an excellent opportunity for Dr. Power and him to give back to Richmond’s business community.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

bles, herbs and other delicious ingredients.

I try to walk everywhere. I also try to go swimming at least twice a week.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

Although the entire city of Richmond is beautiful, Richmond Nature Park (No. 5 and Westminster) has a special place in my heart.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

I treasure Richmond’s strategic importance to the greater Vancouver region, and the vital role it plays in the regional infrastructure development.

Richmond also retains her small community charm, with our food choices, access to nature and cultural mosaic.

would it be?

Inclusivity, Environment, Vibrant, a born-again fishing community.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take outof-town guests?

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

A morning walk along the dike, Asian cuisine on Alexandra for brunch, and then shopping at the malls in the afternoon. Afterwards, wine tasting in East Richmond, finishing the day with dinner and a sunset in Steveston.

Organize a big family reunion and bring my extended families from the U.K., U.S., China, Hong Kong and Taiwan to Richmond.

Maisie Williams as Arya Stark. She has an ordinary look but will surprise you.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

7. What song best describes Richmond?

4. What’s your favourite food?

Leaving on a Jet Plane by John Denver.

Newcastle, U.K. It’s also an all-inclusive port city, full of culture and fun.

A steamy bowl of Vietnamese noodles loaded with vegeta-

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what

Thank you

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Edmonton Oilers.

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1 Richmond Honda

1 Prickly Pear

1 Richmond Centre

2 Lansdowne Centre 3 Aberdeen Centre

1 Sport Check

2 Ice Level Sports 3 Champs Sports

GIFT SHOP

NEIGHBOURHOOD SHOPPING CENTRE

TOY STORE

2 OpenRoad Toyota 3 Applewood Nissan

BEST USED CAR DEALER 1 Richmond Honda

2 OpenRoad Toyota 3 Dueck Richmond

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CUSTOMER SERVICE RETAIL 1 Juvelisto Design

2 Seafair Safeway 3 Costco Richmond

DRUG STORE 1 London Drugs

2 Shoppers Drug Mart 3 Pharmasave

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2 Touch of Class 3 Prickly Pear

FURNITURE STORE 1 Ikea

2 The Fab Pad 3 Liquidation Furniture

2 Home Depot 3 Wong’s Greenhouse and Nursey

1 A Monkey Tree

1 Blundell Centre

2 Nikaido 3 Scout and Co.

2 Ironwood Shopping Centre 3 Seafair Shopping Centre

GROCERY STORE

OPTICAL STORE

1 Save On Foods

1 Vision Plus

2 Super Grocer 3 Safeway Seafair

2 Eye Station Optical 3 Iris

HOME DÉCOR STORE

PET STORE

1 HomeSense

1 Bosley’s

2 A Monkey Tree 3 The Fab Pad

2 Pet Smart 3 Meow and Bark

JEWELLER

1 Splash Toy Shop

2 Imperial Hobbies 3 Toys R Us

WOMAN’S FASHION 1 Winners

2 Violet Hill 3 Bellissima

LIQUOR STORE 1 O’Hare’s GastroPub & Liquor Store

2 JAK’S Beer Wine Spirits 3 BC Liquor Store – Ironwood

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1 Juvelisto Design

1 Kin’s Farm Market

2 Pandora 3 Prestige Jewelers

2 Sunshine Farms arms 3 Richmond Country ountry Farm

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Vicky Wei

Vicky serves as the secretary to the Board of Directors for the charitable society supporting the Royal Canadian Marine Search & Rescue (RCMSAR)’s Station 10, which is based in Richmond.

RCMSAR is a community-based, not-for-profit organization that supports the Canadian Coast Guard.

In addition to her role on the board, Vicky has served as an active member of RCMSAR’s search and rescue crew for four years, before taking a step back to lead fundraising efforts for the organization this year.

Born in Japan and raised in Richmond, Vicky attended UBC, majoring in International Relations and Economics.

She is currently employed at Coca Cola Canada as a district sales manager.

When she’s not out on the water with RCMSAR, she enjoys spending time under water, diving in exotic reefs.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

I frequent the gym at South Arm Community Centre and strike a balance with hot yoga and oxygen fitness.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

Through and through, my favourite thing about Richmond is Steveston. The village, the marina, the perceived calmness of the river is simply moviesque.

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Steveston Pizza Co. (If you haven’t tried it, you’re missing out.)

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

Richmond, Isle of Nature as in “I love Nature!”

Richmond is the hidden gem of the Lower Mainland, from the quaint farm and marina community to the hustle and bustle of a busier city, you truly get a little bit of everything.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Keanu Reeves. Ethnically diverse, well rounded and timeless.

Diving in the Egyptian Red Sea.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

4. What’s your favourite food?

Country Roads, but the Lisa Ono Bossa Nova cover.

The Princess Pizza from

Steveston, but that’s no surprise!

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

There’s really no place like home.

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

The Vancouver Canucks, but mostly out of obligation.

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Elizabeth Bodnarik

Born in a small town in Saskatchewan, Elizabeth, at the age of 18, applied to Vancouver General Hospital’s (VGH) nursing school in 1948.

She spent three years living in residence there before graduating as a nurse in 1951, spending her entire 42year career at VGH until retiring in 1993. Elizabeth had two children during her career, returning to work within a month each time, as there was no maternity leave in those days.

In fact, her daughter is carrying on the family tradition and now works as a nurse at VGH. After getting married in 1951 and initially living in Vancouver, Elizabeth moved to Richmond in 1955, living near the now Oak Street Bridge site, where she still lives to this day.

And it was in Richmond where she made her mark in the world of volunteering, giving her time at the Richmond Hospital Auxiliary, where she had been even while working at VGH. In retirement itself, on top of the auxiliary (where she recently received a 55-year pin), Elizabeth started volunteering at the Minoru Residence. And she is still giving her time every week to both organizations.

As if volunteering most days at two places wasn’t enough, a friend suggested in 2005 she help at the Regional Animal Protection Society’s cat sanctuary on No. 6 Road.

Photo by Alan Campbell 1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

I have an elliptical machine and do exercise videos and I’ve never smoked or drank. I do my own housework and all the volunteering.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

I used to love running around the little Minoru Park, it’s beautiful there.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

So Elizabeth, now 90, has been spending Wednesdays at the sanctuary ever since, cleaning all the cat boxes and the nine sheds.

I’ve pretty much done everything I want to do.

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4. What’s your favourite food?

7. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

I love everything really. I love breakfast!

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

I love the country effect so close to the city and people are very friendly.

6. What song best describes Richmond?

I love the Blue Danube Waltz, I think that would be

I would likely take them them to the cat sanctuary.

8. Who’s your favourite sports team?

The Toronto Blue Jays, of course. I watch sports all the time on TV. The Saskatchewan Roughriders in the CFL and the Maple Leafs in hockey. I love watching sports!

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Joey Huang

Driven by a passion to lead and inspire, Joey Huang is intent on creating new opportunities for the youth community that cover all areas of interest, creating a culture of inclusivity and unity among students while celebrating their diverse passions.

At the core of her leadership, she believes in putting people first and is therefore committed to establishing a platform for students to scale new heights in their personal endeavors while also contributing to their peers’ success. Striving to be a leader in every aspect of her life out in the community, in sports, and in academics, Joey has fully embraced the art of leadership.

Joey has held the role of chair of Richmond Student District Council, youth intern at Coast Capital Savings, athlete of track and ultimate, a sales associate at Zara and a community volunteer, to name a few, all of which has broadened her horizons and supported her growth as a leader. Now, she wants to empower those around her to achieve what they are passionate about. Aside from leadership, she enjoys simple things like hiking, running, painting, reading and occasionally playing the piano. Lastly, a cup of caramel macchiato is all she needs to relax.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

Playing badminton, swimming and track. As an athlete, I go running in the mornings. On top of that, I go to the gym once or twice a week. As well, I try to embrace active living as much as possible, enjoying my time outdoors, such as walks at Minoru during night time.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

As I run along the dike in the mornings, the cool and soft wind blows against my face while I breathe in the fresh air, and in those moments, I feel refreshed and energized. Looking out at the mountains and the water along the dike, the beauty of nature in Richmond reveals itself. Those mornings at the dike when all of nature feels alive is without a doubt my favourite.

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3. What’s top of your

bucket list?

Richmond experience.

I want to travel to the U.K. I’m very curious about their history and culture.

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

4. What’s your favourite food?

The best city to live, grow, work, play and be inspired.

Who doesn’t love bubble tea?

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-oftown guests?

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

The Asian cuisine and dessert shops—to those who haven’t tried it, you’re missing out!

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

The Korean group BTS, which is trying to go international, connecting with fans all over the world across many different ethnicities and culture, spreading messages about self-love and acceptance.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

You Raise Me Up describes the

Steveston Village—it is where you can experience the history of Richmond.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

Similar to Richmond, Toronto celebrates diversity, multiculturalism and individuality.

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

My badminton team. They are amazing people who have built up my confidence not only in the sport but in every aspect of my life.

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Kevin Lyseng

Kevin has been supporting environmental stewardship within the Richmond School District for the past 25 years.

He has worked at elementary and secondary levels as a teacher, teacher consultant and systems leader working alongside K-12 students, teachers, educational assistants, custodians, managers, principals and senior administrators.

Kevin has also worked with numerous outside agencies to promote behaviour/systems change including: the City of Richmond, the David Suzuki Foundation, BC Hydro, Science World, the BC Sustainable Energy Association, Learning for a Sustainable Future, Think Eat Green, Be the Change Earth Alliance, Destination Conservation and others.

He draws from a diverse background of skills and experiences including: being a medical assistant in the Canadian Navy, fossil preparator and interpreter at Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology, dinosaur fabricator and doing public relations for a world travelling dinosaur exhibition, researcher and facilitator for a travelling medical imaging exhibition and lifeguard and swim instructor.

Currently, Kevin is working as an environmental steward/ teacher of a Grade 5/6 class at Ferris elementary in Richmond.

Outside of school, he can be found cycling year-round throughout the Lower Mainland, enjoying the fruits of his labour in his garden and spending time with his family.

Photo by Sean Hitrec 1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

Cycling daily using the great bike lanes.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

Cycling Dyke Road near Finn Slough.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Easy to get around (flat too! — great for cycling) 6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

7. What song best describes Richmond?

Pierrefonds, Que. (where I grew up and sister city to Richmond). Another island city next to a larger urban centre.

Great Big Sea — When I’m Up (I Can’t Get Down)

4. What’s your favourite food?

Seafood of any form.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

Steveston Wharf (also where I proposed).

Jamie Oliver for food connection/Robert Redford for arts connection.

Simon & Garfunkel — I Am A Rock

Developing ecologically literate citizens.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Defunct Montreal Expos and Montreal Canadiens.

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1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

Go to the gym, play ringette, bike and walk in Steveston.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

Garry Point Park in Steveston is one of my favourite spots.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Travel to Japan.

4. What’s your favourite food?

Japanese food.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

The close community and the cultural diversity.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

Luke Bryan.

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Hailey Takasaki

7. What song best describes Richmond?

Home by Phillip Phillips.

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

There is no place like home.

It’s hardly a stretch to say ringette is in Hailey Takasaki’s blood. The lifelong Richmond resident has a passion for the game and for good reason. Her parents Laura and Troy have been involved in various roles with Richmond Ringette for many years including as a player, coach and on the executive.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

Hailey is now making a name for herself as one of the province’s top young talents. She is coming off her rookie season in the National Ringette League with the B.C. Thunder and also played for her province at the Canada Winter Games back in March.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

She has been playing the game for 11 years a when she is not on the ice, the 2017 Steveston-London secondary graduate is attending Langara College and studying kinesiology in pursuit of her dream of becoming a physiotherapist.

She is also passing on her terrific skating ability as an instructor with the city’s Learn-to-Skate programs, as well as volunteering with Richmond Ringette.

Steveston.

Kelowna, because of the great atmosphere they have there and similar vibes.

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Vancouver Canucks.

Hailey enjoys her beautiful hometown, especially Steveston, hanging out with family and friends.

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1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

I love to walk anywhere — on the dike with my husband and on the treadmill — eat healthy foods, and enjoy multicultural cuisine. I also stay healthy with a very positive attitude, enjoying my friends and family, and loving my profession and volunteering.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

My choices would be the beautiful dike trails with views of the mountains and the lush family parks — especially when our three grandchildren come to visit.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

My greatest desire is to travel extensively with all of my family, especially my grandchildren. The most important part would be the journey and sharing experiences with family members, regardless of the destination. Family has and always will be the highlight of my life.

4. What’s your favourite food?

My very favourite cuisines include the diversity of Asian cuisine in Richmond.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

I immigrated to Canada in 1977 and settled in Richmond. Volunteering has allowed me to become part of our multicultural city and organizations over the decades..

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

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Chris Brodie

7. What song best describes Richmond?

It’s a Small World After All epitomizes the spirit of Richmond.

Chris began her career as a classroom teacher and math/reading specialist working in the inner cities of the U.S. Born in Flint, Mich., she grew up in Long Beach, Calif., where obtained her Master of Arts.

Upon immigrating to Canada, Chris taught in both elementary and secondary schools in Richmond. When she retired, she was working in outreach and as an autism teacher/consultant.

Chris loves serving in the community and has sat on numerous corporate boards. She has been chair of SUCCESS, Kwantlen Foundation and Richmond Caring Place and is currently a board member of Foundations — SUCCESS, KPU, Richmond Hospital and is a member of Richmond Sunrise Rotary.

As the wife of Mayor Malcolm Brodie, Chris has attended innumerable community functions where she never fails to bring her warm and engaging spirit. She and Malcolm have two adult children and three grandchildren.

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Other similarities include the dedication to serving others through charitable work and believing that volunteering for the good of others is a continuous focal point.

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Come one, come all to enjoy the friendly and inclusive community of Richmond.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

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10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

I would choose two cities: San Francisco for its multicultural population and variety of food and San Diego for its development of the waterfront and walkability.

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Our own Richmond Sockeyes — a team of extremely talented, young hockey players.

They love the sport and I love their enthusiasm and spirit.

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Manpreet Kaler

Manpreet is a curbside staff member who works at YVR in the parking and ground transportation team.

Manpreet originates from India and moved to Vancouver as an international student to pursue business studies.

He graduated with a diploma in business management from Langara College and joined Paladin Security in 2017.

He is an invaluable member of the team and goes beyond, every day, to ensure a smooth travel journey for airport passengers.

Recently, Manpreet was the recipient of YVR Stars, the airport’s official recognition program that celebrates employees or volunteers who go the extra mile.

He was nominated for a YVR Star after helping a passenger during a serious medical emergency.

Following this incident, passengers acknowledged Manpreet for his heroic behaviour and commented that he remained calm and helpful during an emergency.

Photo by Sean Hitrec 1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

I’m a member of Anytime Fitness at Aberdeen Centre.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

I love being outdoors to take in the natural beauty of B.C. I’ve visited YVR’s Larry Berg Flight Path Park many times – it’s an ideal spot for a long walk and a perfect destination to catch a glimpse of airplanes.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

To visit Italy and indulge in the best food and drinks! My career goal is to become a police officer and I’m excited to continue to work hard and

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4. What’s your favourite food?

My all-time favourite in Richmond is Afghan Chopan Bakery & Diner. It’s delicious and known for its kebabs. My other favourite guilty pleasure is eating Aloo parathas, a traditional Indian savoury breakfast dish — it’s a must-try!

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

Richmond is a great connection to Vancouver and it’s easy to hop on the Canada Line and get to and from Downtown Vancouver. I’m also a big fan of the Iona Beach Regional Park.

6. If you could write Richmond’s motto,

City of Culture — celebrating diversity and individuality.

7. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

Richmond Indoor Paintball.

8. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

Vancouver. Because both cities share many similarities around culture.

9. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Miami Heat. I’m also a big fan of LeBron James.

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1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

I play tennis, use the treadmill at the Richmond Country Club, and, weather permitting, ride my bike on the greenway.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

It’s a tie between Garry Point Park and the West Dyke Trail.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

I’m embarrassed to say that I have yet to visit the Richmond Night Market. But this summer…I promise!

4. What’s your favourite food?

A tie between roast chicken and slow-cooked brisket of beef.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

Being from Southern California, where there aren’t really seasons to speak of, I absolutely love the fact that there’s a real springtime in Richmond – the leaves return to the trees and the blossoms come out in all of their glory. When my young children and I walk to synagogue on Shabbat (Sabbath) mornings, we compete to see who can find the most spectacular flowers.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

Frank Sinatra – confident, self-assured, classic. Doesn’t need to show off (Vancouver, I’m thinking of you). Not afraid to cross a bridge or two.

Adam Rubin

7. What song best describes Richmond?

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The River by Bruce Springsteen…about the healing power of endlessly flowing water (though I doubt he had the Fraser in mind when he wrote it).

Adam Rubin has been the rabbi at Beth Tikvah Congregation for almost two years.

Before that, he was the assistant rabbi at Congregation Beth Shalom in Seattle for three years. Rabbi Rubin was born and raised in Southern California and, after graduating from U.C. Berkeley with a degree in American and European history, he spent two years studying classical Jewish texts at the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies in Jerusalem.

He received his doctorate in modern Jewish history from UCLA, and was a member of the faculty at Hebrew Union College in Los Angeles for over 10 years, publishing a number of articles on Hebrew culture in pre-State Palestine and on the history of Zionism.

Rubin’s passion for Jewish religious and community life played a key role in his decision to leave academia to become a rabbi. He is married to Judith Schleyer, a teacher at the Richmond Jewish Day School. They have two children, Elior, 9, and Na’amah , 5.

His hobbies include tennis, cooking, reading and watching televised versions of whodunnits, and he has an unhealthy obsession with baseball, especially the Los Angeles Dodgers. Adam is also a recovering political junkie.

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

“Richmond – Where River, Sea, Land and People Come Together.”

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

Sorry to be so obvious…but Steveston, of course!

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

Forgive the American focus but either Denver, Colo. (much bigger, but at the base of the Rocky Mountains) or Portland, Ore. (also surrounded by mountains and right on a river).

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Not close…the Los Angeles Dodgers, since I was seven-years-old and my dad took me to my first game. Have been hooked ever since.

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1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

I’m a cyclist and runner at heart, so I use Richmond’s flat topography and 50 km worth of trails to my advantage. I also bike in from Vancouver to the office, so I truly appreciate the bike lanes throughout the city!

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

West Dyke Trail is one of my favourite spots to go biking and watch the sun set. It’s a beautiful part of Richmond.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Hiking Machu Picchu is at the very top.

4. What’s your favourite food?

I’m so lucky be in a city with an amazing culinary scene and I’ve been out trying a lot of different restaurants. My favourites change over time, but right now I can honestly say my favourite restaurant is Banh Mi Tres Bon. Their Pho Tres Bon (free range chicken noodle) is superb!

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

I love the unique combination of heritage, great culture and, of course, the amazing food scene found here.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

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Nancy Small

Nancy is passionate about all things Richmond and loves the diversity of food, nature and shopping here in the city.

Originally from St. John’s, Nfld., she has worked all over the world — including stints in the Netherlands, Toronto and Sydney, Australia.

With an extensive background in strategic planning, brand management and marketing strategy, Nancy’s experience encompasses various senior-level executive roles in the retail sector, with advertising and creative agencies and in the technology industry.

Nancy has also been a board member with several organizations including the BC American Marketing Association and the Burnaby Board of Trade.

Nancy is very active in the tourism industry and in the community and she is the incoming chair of the BC Destination Marketing Association, a member of the Metro Vancouver Destination Development Steering Committee. She is also chair of the KPU President’s Advisory Council for its Richmond campus.

The late, great Anthony Bourdain. He was the one who encouraged millions of people to travel and discover new things. He tied together his two passions – food and travel – and that’s one of Richmond’s strengths.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

Adventure of a Lifetime – Coldplay 8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

Pacific. Authentic. Richmond, B.C. – but I might be biased.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

I love taking my guests to Steveston to experience the historic sites, the boutique shopping, the fresh seafood and everything else the village has to offer.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

Would it be crazy to say there are no other cities that compares to Richmond? Richmond is truly a gem and there’s no other city like it!

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Toronto Blue Jays.

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Bob Jackson

It’s hard to imagine where sports would be in Richmond today without the tireless contributions of Bob Jackson.

Born in Victoria and raised in Winnipeg, the retired educator has resided in Richmond for more than 45 years. He is a life-long advocate for encouraging youth to be involved in physical activity and sport and has taken his passion to the Richmond Sports Council where he has sat on the executive committee for many years.

He is also chair of the Richmond KidSport chapter and has overseen its remarkable growth. Richmond now leads the province in providing the largest grants for children to pursue sports thanks to the chapter’s fundraising efforts.

Jackson is also actively involved in the Richmond Retired Teachers’ Association, the Pacific International Cup Curling Championship Committee and a valuable volunteer with B.C. School Sports.

As Richmond District Athletic Facilitator, he played a vital role in not only shaping the all-city high school leagues, but also advocates for bringing more sports onboard to get more students involved.

When his is not volunteering somewhere, Jackson enjoys walking, cycling, golfing and international travel.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

Being actively involved in a variety of organizations, walking while playing golf and walking around Stanley Park on the seawall early every Saturday morning.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

Kisamos.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

After growing up on the Prairies, the best of Richmond is the weather.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

Steve Nash.

The sandhill cranes at the Country Meadows Golf Course.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

To visit Scotland.

4. What’s your favourite food?

Photo by Sean Hitrec

Greek — roast lamb from

Proud Mary.

Where Agricultural Amenities Meet the Big City.

do you like to take outof-town guests?

Finn Slough and Steveston Village.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

Shanghai — the Huangpu River runs through the city, flat for it is on the delta of the Yangtze River. Many new high rise towers and a significant segment of the population is Chinese.

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Any youth team over any of the professional teams of Vancouver.

9. Where in Richmond

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THANK YOU RICHMOND

for Voting for us in the category of “BEST PHARMACY” AND “BEST DRUGSTORE”

SAME OWNER, 2 LOCATIONS FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE: Rahim Janmohamed | Pharmacist / Owner SHOPPERS DRUG MART CF RICHMOND CENTRE. OPEN 24HRS 6060 Minoru Blvd #2286, Richmond BC V6Y 2V7 T: 604-273-6187 (across Brighouse Canada Line station) And New location at GILBERT AND ELMBRIDGE with free underground parking open until 10pm (across T&T)

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Services AUTO BODY REPAIR

BEST HOTEL

REALTOR

DAY CARE PRESCHOOL

1 Craftsman Collision

1 Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel

1 Shafik Ladha - Real Estate Agent RE/MAX Westcoast Personal Real Estate Corporation

1 With Our Own Two Hands

2 Kirmac Collision & Autoglass 3 Richmond Autobody

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BARBER SHOP 1 Steveston Barbers

HOME INSPECTOR

2 Seafair Barbers 3 Q2 Barbers

PLACE TO HAVE A BIRTHDAY PARTY

IRPORT A R E V U VANCO TT HOTEL MARIO

1 Fun 4 Kids

2 McDonald’s 3 Balloon Place

2 Haystack Home Inspections 3 Pilar to Post

LAW FIRM

2 Washworld 3 Bashir’s Auto Cosmetics

FINANCIAL INSTITUTION 1 TD

2 Royal Bank 3 Coast Capital Savings

FINANCIAL PLANNER 2 IG Wealth Management – Richard Nash 3 WealthSmart - Richard Vetter

HAIR SALON

1 Canadian Tire

2 Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel 3 Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel

NOTARY

TUTOR

2 Direct Drive Auto Service 3 Sepos Car Care

2 Mon Amie Hair Salon 3 Vero and Co

for voting us in the following categories: Best Landscaper

• Canada’s 2019 class of ‘Top 10 under 40 Turf & Rec Magazine

• 2017 Garden Communicator of the Year Award

BC Landscape & Nursery Association

• 2017 Top 75 Finalist of RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards Canadian Immigrants

• 2016 Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award FRANK SHANG

Founder: Vancouver Horticulture Club & MRD Landscaping Inc.

Richmond Chamber of Commerce

• 2015 Young Member of Year Award BC Landscape & Nursery Association

• 2014 Top 10 Persons of the Year in Chinese Canadian Community Global Chinese Press

A Multi Award-Winning Company offering quality

604-961-7737

Landscape Design & Installation Services

Thinking green being green

and

VANCOUVER HORTICULTURE CLUB

1 Richmond Return It Depot

2 Ok Bottle Depot 3 Ironwood Bottle Depot

CARPET CLEANING 1 Clean Works

2 Green Dragon Service 3 Citrus-O

HOUSE CLEANING 1 Go To Girl

2 Molly Maid

VETERINARIAN

2 Doggie Doos 3 Richmond Animal Hospital

1 Ask Hair Salon

BOTTLE DEPOT

2 Success for All 3 Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel

PET GROOMER 1 Pet Smart

2 Tomorrow’s Topkids 3 Treehouse Early Learning Centre

1 Ucmas Richmond

1 Ng and Schick-Skinner, Notaries Public

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1 River Rock Casino Resort

MECHANIC

2 Allibhai Notaries 3 Ironwood Notary

1 Panasia

2 Patti Martin - Patti Martin Real Estate Group RE/MAX Westcoast 3 Jess Baxter - Jess Baxter Personal Real Estate Corporation - RE/MAX Westcoast Steveston Real Estate

BEST PLACE TO HOLD RECEPTION

2 Cohen Buchan Edwards 3 Preszler Law – Richmond

1 Husky

T O RESOR N I S A C K C RIVER RO

1 Nova

1 Peschisolido & Co

CAR WASH

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2 Hotel Fairmont Vancouver Airport 3 River Rock Casino Resort

1 Steveston Veterinary Hospital

2 Terra Nova Village Veterinarian 3 Little Paws Animal Clinic

SHAFIK LADHA RE/MAX REAL ESTATE

Thank you RICHMOND for voting for SUCCESS FOR ALL (previously Eye Level Richmond North)

as your BEST TUTOR

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LANDSCAPER

1 Mr. Lube

1 MRD Landscaping Inc.

2 Canadian Tire 3 Advance Automotive

2 Weed Man Richmond 3 A+ Lawn and Garden

BRAKE AND MUFFLER

DANCE TEACHER(S)

1 Canadian Tire

1 Rishell Obrien – Defy Gravity Dance Company

2 Advance Automotive 3 Direct Drive Auto Service

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1 Bashir’s Auto Cosmetics

2 Grand Performance Auto Centre 3 Canadian Tire

AUTO REPAIR SERVICE 1 Direct Drive Auto Service

2 Canadian Tire 3 Grand Performance Auto Centre

A UTO CO BASHIR’S

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SMETICS

1 Alex Garner

2 Kelly Hudson 3 Bryan & Tracy Johnstone

PLUMBER 1 Van Custom Plumbing

2 Apple Plumbing and Heating 3 Ashton Service Group

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2 Jill Raymond 3 Richmond Academy of Dance

YOGA TEACHER 1 Kelly McCann – Kmovements & Perfect Hearts Yoga

2 Jenine Reverente – Perfect Hearts Yoga 3 Carine Young- Carine Young Yoga

OBRIENDANCE COMPANY L L E H S I R GRAVITY DEVY

DOG GROOMING 1 Pet Smart

2 Doggie Six 3 Christine’s Grooming

INSURANCE AGENCY

MR. LUB

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2 Coast Capital 3 Ben Jones

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2 The Maples Residences 3 Rosewood Manor

2 St. Joseph 3 Richmond Christian School

ALEX GARNER MORTGAGE PROFESSIONAL

Thank you Richmond for votes!!

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THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR VOTING US INTO THE BEST VETERINARIAN CATEGORY. AS A TOKEN OF OUR APPRECIATION, MENTION THIS AD AND RECEIVE A FREE INITIAL EXAMINATION FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE

I am so grateful to be able to work and give back to the city that I grew up in. As a pet owner myself I am very passionate about educating clients, and providing information that allows you to make the best decisions regarding your pet. At Little Paws we welcome a variety of small animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, and more. From my experiences working at a speciality and emergency hospital as well as various general practices gives me a wide range of skills to treat your pets in any situation. As the new owner of the practice since 2018, I have been blessed to meet many new faces and provide care for their furry loved ones. I look forward to meeting all of you readers soon.

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for voting for us as one of the top 3 restaurants in the categories of “Best Place To Have a Birthday Party” and “Best Meal Under Ten Dollars”

FOR YOUR RECOGNITION IN THREE CATEGORIES: BEST AUTO REPAIR SERVICE, BEST MECHANIC, & BEST BRAKE AND MUFFLER Ron Hardie, owner of Direct Drive Auto Service, brings over 20 years experience servicing vehicles in Richmond. Ron was the Head Service Technician at Blundell Esso from 1994 to 2009, and he invites you to visit his repair facility. Direct Drive Auto Service has current diagnostic equipment to easily repair and maintain your vehicles. Ron is proud that Direct Drive Auto Service is a family owned and operated company.

Shell Road

(2 blocks south of the Air Care Testing Station,close to Ironwood Mail) www.directdriveauto.ca

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Liang Liu

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Thank You Richmond

Liang Liu, a grade 12 student at R.C. Palmer secondary, recently came to our attention when he won a $10,000 Horatio Alger Scholarship. The scholarship recognizes students for their “courage, grit and steely determination” in the face of adversity.

for all of your votes!

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Liu had a “very rough” childhood, growing up in poverty in the U.S. with his single mother who struggled with mental illness. Regardless, Liu remained optimistic and determined to make a better life for himself and his mother. While other kids were out playing, he was in the library teaching himself computer coding, something for which he continues to have a passion.

Next fall, he will use his scholarship to study computer science and engineering at UBC. He has already launched his own web development business and plans to create software solutions for businesses in the future.

As an inquisitive individual, Liang has taken up hobbies such as swimming and playing the piano as well as ultimate Frisbee.

Having dealt with his own challenges, Liang knows the importance of giving others a leg up so looks for opportunities to give back. He coaches his school’s coding club and math club, which place in the top three at regional and provincial competitions year after year.

He is the voice of his peers as the grade representative for student council and wants to make sure everyone has a fun and worry-free time at high school.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

4. What’s your favourite food?

“Authentic Asian food and diverse, tight-knit culture.”

I love biking wherever I go, as well as playing ultimate Frisbee. Can’t forget a healthy diet, with a big breakfast to fuel your day.

Spaghetti and hands down

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take outof-town guests?

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

Walking/biking along the west dike in Richmond is one of the most beautiful scenes you can get of greenery and the water.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Backpacking around Europe.

chicken,

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

Its diverse culture.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

Jackie Chan.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

Country Roads.

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

Terra Nova Park and Minoru Park.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

Burnaby. Both cities are vibrant and bustling with life.

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Houston Rockets.

CONGRATULATIONS EVERYONE!

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BEST AUTO REPAIR BEST MECHANIC BEST BRAKE & MUFFLER BEST AUTO DETAILING & BEST OIL CHANGE

namaste and thank you

for your best yoga instructor votes!

Movement is change, FEEL the body in motion and experience an absolute expression of your own true self that transcends exercise.

Ready to move? Please visit my website to learn about my approach to yoga, my qualifications and classes in Richmond.

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Thank you Richmond for voting for us in the category of Best Naturopathic Clinic Visit our new website and find out why patients have voted us #1!

• Naturopathic Medicine • Acupuncture • Bowen Therapy • Low-Level Laser Therapy • Registered Massage Therapy

Dr. Neetu Dhiman

Dr. Jeffrey Lee

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BRIO INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CENTRE Across the street from Ironwood Mall

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THANK YOU Thank You Richmond !

to the readers of the Richmond News for voting for me in the category of Best Realtor!!!

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Katie Chan

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Thank you for all your support Richmond!

Katie Chan is one of the province’s top up-and-coming hockey talents. She began her puck journey, after moving from Toronto to Richmond, with Seafair Minor Hockey Association, and spent nine years playing on their top rep teams. Chan also played five seasons with the BC Bears, an elite boys spring hockey program. After her peewee year, Katie switched over to girls’ hockey, playing for the Richmond Ravens and Fraser Valley Rush, before transferring over to Delta Hockey Academy, where she currently plays.

Finalist in the category of Best Brewery

Her proudest achievement was being named to Team BC U18 as a double under-ager in 2017 and then again as an under-ager in 2018 where she helped her team win the bronze medal at the Canada Winter Games. After being recruited by many NCAA Division 1 schools, Chan accepted a full-ride scholarship offer from Colgate University, a renowned liberal arts college in New York with one of the top female hockey programs.

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She enjoys sports of all kinds. In 2018, she helped Steveston London win the Grade 9 provincial basketball title and was named a tournament all-star. In addition to her athletic abilities, Chan has a passion for music and plays six different instruments.

Katie’s older sister Jessie is a dancer and will be attending McMaster next September.

Her mom, Marilyn, and dad, Rob, are proud hockey parents who never miss a game!

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

Going on bike rides, walks, and runs around Steveston Park and using the community centre gyms.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

The water views from the docks in Steveston’s Fisherman’s Wharf, overlooking mountains in the distance.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Bungee jumping in an exotic place like Bali or Costa Rica.

4. What’s your favourite food?

It is a tie between pho from Steveston Vietnamese or su-

shi from Mega Sushi.

such a diverse community.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

Steveston Village because of the sense of community and history. I love the energy from all the tourists checking out the shops.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

I think it would be Jackie Chan because, as an actor, film director, martial artist, producer, stuntman and singer, his versatility represents the diverse opportunities in Richmond.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

True Colours by Cyndi Lauper, because Richmond is

Beautiful Like a Rainbow 9. Where in Richmond do you like to take outof-town guests?

Steveston Village because the scenery along the docks is so beautiful.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

White Rock best compares to Richmond because it is still relatively small like Richmond, but also has a similar village like Steveston.

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

Toronto Maple Leafs.

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From our family and staff:

THANK-YOU RICHMOND FOR VOTING FOR US

AS ONE OF THE BEST GREEK RESTAURANTS We are known for serving authentic natural Greek cuisine and our Roast Lamb, Souvlaki and Kalamari are menu favourites!

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THANK YOU!

Our Team is Proudly Committed To Provide Industry Leading Quality, Service, and Innovation to our Customers through Leading Edge Technology, Training, and Certifications

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As a 3rd generation family business, open for 59 years (since 1960), we are continuously evolving to serve your needs now and into the future.

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for voting us a finalist again.

Finalist in the following 5 categories: Beer Selection | PuB | PuB Food BeSt cuStomer Service (reStaurant) BeSt liquor Store

Nancy Schick Skinner is pleased to announce that Timothy Ng is assuming the practice on her retirement May 31, 2019 and she thanks the community for their business and support over the past 37 years.

Nancy Schick Skinner Notary Public

Come in and check out our fresh new look.

Re opening June 1st, 2019. Liquor Store open as normal in May

The business, Ng & SchickSkinner Notaries Public, under the leadership of Timothy Ng with all the existing staff will continue providing the same courteous and competent services. His finance and legal background combined with English and Cantonese fluency add to Timothy’s excellent qualifications.

Call: 604-270-8644

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Mahmood Jaffer

Mahmood has been a resident of Richmond since 2002 after moving back to B.C. from Edmonton.

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The following year, he became president of the Shia Muslim Community of BC, a Richmondbased organization who had recently opened the Az-Zahraa Islamic Centre on the prominent “Highway to Heaven” (HTH) on No. 5 Road.

Mahmood has held a number of positions and currently serves as the director of public relations and communications at the centre. In this capacity, he has worked to promote intercommunity work with other HTH communities, as well as welcoming visitors to the centre to learn about the faith through tour groups and events such as Doors Open Richmond and the annual event A Journey Into Islam.

He graduated from Simon Fraser University in 1990 with a bachelor of science in management systems science and a minor in business administration. He began his career as a program analyst and has worked in a variety of IT management and analyst positions in B.C. and Alberta over his 28-year career. He is currently a senior business analyst on UBC’s multi-year transformative Integrated Renewal Program.

Married with three daughters and one son, family life is important to Mahmood and living in Richmond allows him to enjoy a variety of activities close to home, including golf, cycling, fine dining and meeting people from various backgrounds.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

I enjoy going for walks or cycling along the dikes and the Shell Road Trail.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

By far it has to be Garry Point Park and the Steveston Harbour.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Visiting India to trace my ancestral roots in Gujarat, as well as visiting Kashmir and Agra.

4. What’s your favourite food?

I love my mother-in-law’s

traditional Indian home cooking but also enjoy Italian and Chinese cuisine.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

Steveston village for fish & chips and ice cream.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

7. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

Richmond is one of a kind. Within minutes, you can go from a bustling shopping district, to farms and community gardens, and from serene walks along the river, to the international airport with access to hundreds of destinations worldwide.

“Grow, Play and Pray” or “Gateway to the World.”

11. Who’s your favourite sports team?

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take out-of-town guests?

Arsenal Football Club, of the English Premier League.

The cultural diversity that the city has to offer.

6. What song best describes Richmond?

Peace Train by Yusuf Islam (formerly Cat Stevens).

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John Watson

John F. Watson is a retired professional engineer with project management experience primarily in the resource sector. He directed projects of up to one billion dollars capital cost in today’s dollars in Canada and South America. He served as president of Engineers and Geoscientists of BC, the Association of Canadian Engineering Companies of BC (ACECBC).

John was a founding director of the Vancouver International Airport Authority and served 21 years during the establishment of the authority and the building of the original international terminal building and the new north runway. He served as chair of the BC Safety Authority, now named Technical Safety BC, in its transition from a provincial government department to a not-for-profit organization. He was recognized for his career achievements by ACECBC. Since moving from Marpole to Richmond in 1969, John has been active in a number of volunteer activities in the community including chairing the Richmond Public Library Board, chairing the Richmond Citizens Cycling Committee, participating in citizens’ building committee for the Gateway Theatre, and chairing the Library/Cultural Centre building committee. He is currently the chair of the Richmond Gateway Theatre Society.

A member of the Sigma Chi international fraternity while at UBC, John now serves on the international executive of the fraternity, responsible for chapters in the Pacific Northwest. He has received recognition by Sigma Chi both for service to the fraternity and for career achievements. John was named a “Star of Richmond” at this year’s annual Volunteers are Stars event.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

For many years I cycled daily to stay in shape. Since my knees have started showing my age, I try to have a brisk one-hour walk every day.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

A walk on Richmond’s many dikes or wooded areas.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

I don’t really have a bucket list — I just try to get involved in activities that interest me.

4. What’s your favourite food?

I like most food — too much

for my own good — but do appreciate our access to Richmond’s seafood and Asian restaurants.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

Richmond is now pretty much in the centre of the Greater Vancouver area with access to the Canada Line.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

It would be someone who moves about quietly taking part in the community without attracting too much attention to themselves.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

Thank you Richmond!

For voting I.CE Queen as Top 3 in the ice cream category!

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I can’t think of a song that is relevant to Richmond 8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

“Island City by Nature” works very well.

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take outof-town guests?

Steveston still exhibits the ambience of that which makes Richmond an attractive city.

10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

Newport on the Oregon coast has some common features of Richmond.

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Fitness & Health BEST COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION 1 Success

2 Richmond Jets 3 Steveston Community Society

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DENTURIST 1 Richmond Denture Clinic

2 Eric Lau 3 Alex Hupka Denturist

EYE DOCTOR 1 Dr. Lloyd Ho

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Your mortgage is a big decision and I’ll be there throughout and after to help guide the way!

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TRY A SUMMER FITNESS PROGRAM STARTING IN JULY AT

THOMPSON COMMUNITY CENTRE!

We have a great line up of Instructors including Kelly McCann, who is a featured finalist for the Best of Richmond 2019. Kelly has over 20 years of yoga, dance and bodywork experience.

Attend one of her upcoming summer fitness classes • Yoga Fusion | Tuesdays and Fridays | 6-7 pm | Drop-in • Yin Yoga | Wednesdays | 7:15-8:15 pm | Registration #2735984 • Barre Fitness | Fridays | 7:15-8:15 pm | Registration #2735988

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To access our summer fitness programs, visit www.richmond.ca/parksrec/centres/thompsoncentre/fitness To register, visit www.richmond.ca/register or in-person at Thompson Community Centre during facility hours.

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(dry) and adobo tostado (saucy) to give you the experience of both dishes. This rich variety is what Kumare strives to achieve.

Our national dish, the adobo, can either be dry or saucy. Here at Kumare, we serve both adobo flakes

Having a get-together? We do party trays! Feel free to drop by if you would like to have a look at the sizes or if you have any questions. Enjoy

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Natalie Korenic

Natalie Korenic has been busy making a difference on and off the ice for girl ice hockey in her hometown. Born in Vancouver and, aside from spending six months in Australia during university, Korenic has lived in Richmond her entire life.

She grew up playing many community-based sports including field hockey, floor hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, and, most prominently, ice hockey.

Natalie began playing ice hockey when she was five and hasn’t stopped, suiting today for the Richmond Devils Senior AA Women’s team.

When she was just 13, Korenic also took on a coaching role with Richmond Ravens Female Hockey and has been a key volunteer with the association since. This past season she was head coach of the pee wee AA team and will have the same role with the Ravens’ Bantam AA team next fall. She is also involved on the board of the Richmond Ravens, last year as tournament director of the Pacific Coast Female Rep Classic and this year as marketing coordinator.

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Korenic attended Steveston-London secondary, where she captained the tennis team and was heavily involved in the theatre program. She graduated from UBC with a Bachelor of Commerce and is currently the marketing and communications manager with a Vancouver biotech company.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

In the winter, playing hockey. When the weather improves, a leisurely bike ride on the west dike or rollerblading Railway Greenway.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

Garry Point Park and the west dike. On a sunny day, there is nothing better than watching the kites fly in the park, listening to the birds in the reeds along the dike.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

For a long time I had the Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu at the top of my list, so I was happy to check

those off last year. Now I want to take a trip through Atlantic Canada, and in particular, visit Newfoundland.

4. What’s your favourite food?

Flying Beaver, Gami Sushi, and brunch at Davood’s.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

Our immense diversity, collective interest in healthy living, and the ease of access to both city and nature.

6. What song best describes Richmond?

(Sittin’ on) the Dock of the Bay by Otis Redding.

8. Where in Richmond do you like to take outof-town guests?

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Always to Steveston. The perfect Steveston day with a visitor includes eating some fish & chips and frozen yogurt, poking around the shops (Village Books is one of my favourites), and taking a stroll along the pier and around Garry Point Park.

9. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

I can’t think of any that harmonizes all the qualities that make Richmond so unique.

10. Who’s your favourite sports team?

I’m a loyal fan of the Canucks. I’m also a fan of the Australian Rules Football League’s North Melbourne Kangaroos.

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Mary Wilson

Having for years travelled to neighbouring cities around the Lower Mainland to take part in and celebrate Black History Month, (BHM), Mary thought it was time to celebrate BHM here in Richmond.

So in 2016 she decided to initiate the celebration in Richmond and, for the last four years, she has spearheaded BHM locally, marking the contributions and achievements of Black Canadians of African descent in Richmond and Canada.

Mary, who is of Caribbean, African and North American ancestry, has lived in Richmond for many years, taking part in various community programs during that time.

Her community involvements have been numerous, recently volunteering at Rotary Club community projects and at the PNW Passport Club, to get involved with international projects.

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Mary has been a longtime member of the Surrey Women of Color Group and is currently involved with the Somali Women’s Empowerment Group.

She cares about Richmond and wants to build a harmonious and inclusive community.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

Nature walks, yoga, music, dog therapy.

2. What’s your favourite Richmond park?

Garry Point Park.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Contentment.

4. What’s your favourite food?

Louisiana gumbo.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

Fraser River, active farms growing cranberries, blueberries, other produce, horses, parks, community gardens, people.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

Idris Elba.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

Small World by Johnny Mathis.

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

A community that’s safe, curious, just, inclusive, proudly diverse, responsive, affordable and sustainable 9. Best place to take an out-oftown guest?

Steveston.

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Toronto Raptors.

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We are so happy to receive votes for the traditional breads, homemade soups, and desserts we create in our bakery.

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Michelle Li

THANK YOU RICHMOND FOR VOTING FOR US IN THE CATEGORY V OF BEST INSURANCE AGENCY

Michelle is committed to making Richmond a better place to live now and in the future. She splits her time between being a mom of three, an elementary school librarian, an avid food/ edible flower gardener, a letter writer/petition-starter and a volunteer.

She believes in the power of using your voice for change and first spoke at city council nearly 10 years ago when the city was spraying pesticides at the park her children were playing at, resulting in a ban on cosmetic pesticides.

Her passion for local food has driven her to advocate for farmland preservation with Richmond FarmWatch. She serves on the executive of her children’s elementary school Parent Advisory Council and enjoys working on yearly Neighbourhood Small Grants to build more connections between people in Richmond.

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Michelle heard the word “community actionist” and now thinks that she might belong to that club and is excited that she has found a host of other community actionists in Richmond.

You can often find her talking about kids’ books that adults should read (We Are All Dots: A Big Plan for A Better World and Front Desk), electric cars or growing garlic. Michelle enjoys posting about her food and gardening exploits on Instagram @mintgreenapron.

1. How do you stay healthy in Richmond?

Richmond be more sustainable.

7. What song best describes Richmond?

I try to walk to work as much as possible this time of year and get a community supported agriculture box from Sweet Digz Farm.

I also love to garden!

4. What’s your favourite food?

The Beatles: Come Together or Strawberry Fields Forever.

2. What’s your favourite slice of nature in Richmond?

Walks along Finn Slough, Horseshoe Trail, the West Dyke and Garry Point. Seeing working farms with a diversity of wildlife shows us that some people are doing things right.

3. What’s top of your bucket list?

Solar power and more garden space at home but, more importantly, helping

Anything vegetarian, particularly Indian food. My latest dessert addiction is the Injeolmi Frappe at Something Sweet in Steveston.

5. What do you like best about Richmond?

First, the people, second, the food choices from our diverse immigrant population, third, our unbelievably beautiful landscape.

6. If Richmond was a celebrity, who would it be?

Harold Steves. He is a bit of a celebrity and hero.

8. If you could write Richmond’s motto, what would it be?

“Richmond: Rich in culture and community!”

9. Where in Richmond do you like to take outof-town guests?

Sunday 10am-5pm

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10. What other city compares to Richmond and why?

I don’t think there is any other city quite like Richmond.

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Our Ironwood Bottle Depot team are delighted.

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Our priority is serving you and making recycling efficient and pleasant. We look forward to seeing you for all your recycling needs including bottle drives. Thank-you also for keeping the environment top of mind and reducing waste.

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Dropping containers off at our Return-It Express kiosk is simple and easy. We take care of the sorting and credit the deposit refunds to your online account. You can then turn those refunds into gift cards, a charitable donation or a cheque. Just set up your account online and drop off – We do all the work

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