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NEWS Farmer fights city hall and wins 12 NEWS Grocer may soon accept facial recognition pay 14 NEWS Lotto winner tries not to have a heart attack 24 BUSINESS Chamber hosts annual business awards 39 SPORTS Richmond Sports Wall of Fame has welcomed 11 new inductees as part of its 2019 class

Eve Edmonds EEDMONDS@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Every time I’ve been to the Richmond Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards (which is about five), I walk away inspired, having heard some remarkable stories of plucky entrepreneurs and ingenuous startups who have put their passions to work. The vibrancy and diversity of our business community is quite a marvel.

I also appreciate the theme of “I stand on the shoulders of those around me...” as the Chamber’s executive director himself said — echoing the sentiment of many of the award winners. Come to think of it, I don’t remember ever hearing a recipient get up there and lap up the glory; it’s always about the team, the clients and the community at large. Despite fierce competition in the business world, it’s working collectively that makes an organization succeed. (Granted, that sentiment isn’t always reflected in compensation, but that’s another column.)

Speaking of working collectively for a common goal, what distinguished these awards was the focus on environmental sustainability.

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In 2016, the chamber introduced its first Green Business of the Year award to acknowledge organizations that are working to reduce their environmental footprints. This year, that award went to Layfield Group for creating a biodegradable plastic. But, judging by the acceptance speeches, you’d think every award recipient was the Green winner — at least that’s what they seemed to want to talk about.

Despite what they were being recognized for, the recipients would inevitably pivot to talking about their company’s initiatives. The most blatant example was the winner of Outstanding Workplace of the Year award. (BTW, any company that allows people to bring their dogs to work deserves that award in my opinion.)

The founder of Platinum Pro-claim Restoration hardly got “thank you” out of his mouth before he was challenging the organizers of this “boomer event” for not giving his company the Green award. (Gotta love his irreverence.)

As a restoration company, Platinum’s very raison d’être is the second R in the “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” motto.

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But he wasn’t alone in pointing to his company’s green initiatives. Clevest Solutions’ recipient talked about how his company’s software significantly reduces paper as well as energy consumption; Harbour Air’s founder told how he aims to have the world’s first all-electric commercial airline.

Point being, businesses are getting it. The environmental crisis is looming, no doubt about it. But there are solutions, a lot of them. In fact, we have all the technology we need today to stop our trajection towards climate catastrophe in its tracks.

Of course, that begs the question, why don’t we? Is it we don’t appreciate the urgency, or is it we’re trapped in a global economic system that requires exponential growth in a finite world? There’s truth in both.

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But what’s also true is the fact we have the intelligence, innovation and ability to work collectively for a common goal.

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Jennifer Griffith “Yes, why not? Retailers and shops have all our information through the cards we use to pay and if our society is moving forward with this, then I don’t see a problem with it.”

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“Yes I’d use it. Facial recognition might be much safer from fraud and deception. However, I am not sure whether this technology can scan my face if I were to wear a pair of glasses or a hat.”

“I am not sure about this technology. Metro Vancouver is super diverse where people here come from different countries. It’s not feasible to implement a technology that can recognize everyone’s face accurately.”

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New regime, City should support same people rental housing stock Dear Editor,

This past Friday, B.C. teachers went to Victoria to engage NDP delegates outside their convention at the Empress Hotel.

The teachers were speaking about the continued underfunding of public education and protesting the slow progress at the negotiating table.

All the delegates seemed very sympathetic and hopeful except one.

My colleague Tina had the good fortune to spot Premier John Horgan leaving the convention and saw this as a golden opportunity to speak two minutes on behalf of her embattled primary students.

She challenged him on his assessment of NDP funding and the chances that teachers would not vote NDP in the coming election.

He pointed to the increase in his budget of a billion dollars (for seismic upgrades) as an improvement in children’s learning conditions.

When Tina questioned why we are negotiating with the same Liberal table of BCPSEA appointees, he shrugged.

Really, Mr. Horgan? Where is your leadership? Your labour house is on fire and you choose to call out a primary teacher?

Shame on you.

Tina is a selfless advocate for children; she is owed an apology.

Dear Editor, I have been a resident of Richmond for five years now. My family of five are renters. And, although both my husband and I have comfortably paying, professional jobs, we do not see any prospect of becoming homeowners at least as long as we have children in the house.

One aspect of the housing crisis is a lack of stability.

Does the City of Richmond have incentives (tax or otherwise) for landowners to retain homes as rental units? If not, have they considered it?

We are currently renting in an older townhouse complex where the strata limits rental units to a very small percentage.

Many long-time owners are selling their units now. We had a neighbour across the way who was planning to move and considered keeping her unit as a rental but was shocked at the amount of income tax she would be required to pay as a landlord.

Incentives for homeowners to rent out their homes long-term instead of selling could help increase housing availability and increase stability.

One of the worst things about being a renter in Richmond is having to move every two to three years because the landlord decides it is more worthwhile to sell the home than to rent it out. This is especially distressing with children, not to mention destabilizing to the community.

Additional considerations could be incentives for landlords to improve, green and upkeep their properties which would help keep homes from acquiring that rundown “rental” look, which nobody likes (renters included).

Making it easy and lucrative for current homeowners to become responsible, long-term landlords of well-kept properties may well be cheaper for the city and the province than solely investing in new housing stock.

Use what we have!

So, she sold her unit instead.

Renata Hyrman

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Bridges needed to move goods Dear Editor, Re: “Rebuild Fraser Street Bridge,” Letters, Nov. 21.

I used the Fraser Street Bridge more so than the Oak Street Bridge as an attractive solution to the then-congested Oak Street Bridge.

Frankly, it makes sense to restore that connection.

But let’s not stop there.

Vancouver/Burnaby’s Boundary Road needs connections to Richmond and an overpass over Highway 91 already is aligned.

So, two low-profile bridges could make a world of difference for the movement of commerce over the north Fraser.

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We all come from Africa McNulty spot Dear Editor,

Re: “Local anti-racism organization will work with RCMP to tackle racism,” Online, Nov. 24.

Having just read about the latest racist rant (washing car at a condo building), as well as Richmond City Councillor Chak Au’s initiative (Stop Racism Alliance) to tackle hate crimes, I find myself reflecting deeply and empathizing with all parties involved.

To begin, I hope our modern tech-centred way of life has not made all of us too trigger happy when it comes to shooting photos or videos with our handy-dandy cellphone cameras at the expense of being more compassionate and peoplecentred.

Yet, what would I have done had I been in that woman’s shoes? Would I have also felt that taking a photo as proof was the most logical thing to do?

What about the man washing his car in the clearly marked ‘No Car Washing Permitted’ spot? Was there a bigger back story?

I do not have all the pieces to this storypuzzle, so I simply wish to share some ideas that could, hopefully, spark a little more mutual understanding.

When I first immigrated to Canada

about 15 years ago, I often thought of the caterpillar sternly asking Alice (Alice in the Wonderland),“Who are you?”

And poor Alice — whom I empathized with — struggled to answer, “I can’t explain myself, I’m afraid, sir…I’m not myself, you see…”

As humans, who we are is very much tied to where we are. Thus, familiar external or environmental reference points give us that sense of self, safety and stability.

I know of many newcomers who are now busy reinventing themselves by attending English language classes or carving jack o’lanterns.

the only ones feeling “lost.” The sense of being “dis-located” could be just as real for those who have called Richmond their home for a long time — and this rightfully includes the Musqueam people.

Richmond’s physical and psychological landscapes are changing so fast (longtimers) might also feel pressure to “integrate.”

I also know that these newcomers sincerely appreciate all the community members, hosts and leaders for giving them so many useful learning and integration opportunities.

At the same time, I hope these newcomers can learn more Richmond’s history and empathize with the long-time residents in Richmond.

Some long-time residents may be upset because Richmond’s physical and psychological landscapes are changing so fast they might also feel pressure to “integrate.”

All said — no matter what — before we tell another fellow human to “Go back to (wherever),” we might all just want to remember that we all came from… Africa.

Allow me to borrow my final thought from Carl Sagan, the astronomer who used to host Cosmos.

Here’s what he famously said in one episode:

“We are a way for the universe to know itself. Some part of our being knows this is where we came from. We long to return. And we can, because the cosmos is also within us. We’re made of star stuff.”

Why? Because the newcomers are not

on with values discussion Dear Editor,

Re: “Au, McNulty call for ‘Canadian values,’” Community, Nov. 21.

In a recent article in the Richmond News, Coun.

Bill McNulty made some, what I believe to be, extremely good points on how any city initative to deal with a mission statement concerning cultural values as recognized in the City of Richmond needs to begin with a clear recognition of Canadian values as a starting point.

The fact the discussion has begun without this basic recognition and acknowledgement gives this committee no way forward and contains no real value other than another endless politically correct PR exercise.

I also believe this newly formed committee could benefit greatly from Coun. McNulty’s many years of experience, positive oversight and mentoring.

Why build a broken bridge if its aim is to unite all people? Give them a solid, honest foundation and a template for this committee to gain some traction, not spin their wheels, and move forward. Nicely stated, Bill. Well done!

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A Richmond farmer who defied a city demand to take down his giant strawberry sign didn’t just have his day in court — he beat them, as well.

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The farmer argued he had been putting the sign up during strawberry season for 41 years, without any complaints.

ters to the editor in your paper. This was much more than just a sign.”

Asked about the fact he was shaking while cross-examining Duarte in court, Zylmans said, “It’s the first time I’ve ever been in court. I’ve run the farm for 62 years and I’ve never been in court.”

And in Richmond Provincial Court on Monday, Zylmans was found not guilty

by Justice Edward Bowes, who told the city’s business licence supervisor, Victor Duarte, that he hadn’t provided proof the sign was actually on city property.

As for next summer, when strawberry season rolls around once more, will the giant sign make its annual appearance?

Outside the court, an ecstatic Zylmans told the Richmond News he felt vindicated in standing up for himself and for the entire Richmond farming community.

“I think now is the time for the city to sit down and work with agriculture and help us promote strawberries in Richmond,” said a rather coy Zylmans.

A clearly emotional Zylmans said he felt “very relieved.”

“This is a heritage crop. How can we move forward in encouraging farming?

We will have discussions with the city (about next strawberry season).”

Referring to Justice Bowes, he added that, “It seems there are still some people who believe in agriculture…it’s unfortunate I had to take this to the courts...the city just doesn’t have the right to start ticketing farmers when they don’t know what we’re about. “...it’s a good day for agriculture and it’s a good day for (Richmond farming).”

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The court heard earlier how Zylmans was initially issued a $400 ticket on June 4, but didn’t take the opportunity to remove the sign and see the ticket quashed. That’s when Duarte took over the file and a $1,000 ticket was issued.

“Placing a sign on city property, without permission, is prohibited,” Duarte told the court.

During cross-examination, Zylmans argued that the land where his trailer and sign were placed was possibly provin-

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The judge then questioned Duarte as to how anyone would know the site is, indeed, city property.

And he stated the onus was on the city to prove in court that the site is, beyond reasonable doubt, on city property.

“I would assume it was known to be city property,” Duarte told the judge.

Bowes found Zylmans not guilty, adding he was “not satisfied the city can prove (the sign) was on their property.”

The News reported in June how the 10 foot by five foot sign had been at the location during the short, month-long strawberry season since 1978.

Zylmans eventually took the sign away, near the end of the strawberry season.

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Construction of a non-religious private school on Richmond’s “Highway to Heaven” — located in the Agricultural Land Reserve — was rejected by council on Monday evening.

Pythagoras Academy, currently on Odlin Crescent in north Richmond, was proposing to develop the former Mylora Golf Course with a 10-acre campus for the school, leaving the back 20 acres of the property for organic farming.

Coun. Harold Steves argued the No. 5 Road strip, designated in the Official Community Plan (OCP) as agricultural/institutional, is earmarked only for religious institutions, not other institutional uses. He cited a case from 1985 when the Agricultural Land Commission rejected an application to build a Sikh centre focused on social and cultural activities.

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Michael Bouchard, principal of Pythagoras Academy, said 900 students leave Richmond to attend private schools in other municipalities, causing congestion and pollution.

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MLA proposes ticketing racist acts Delta MLA Ravi Kahlon thinks people who make racist comments should be ticketed.

This summer, a video taken in a Richmond parking lot went viral when a woman hurled racist insults at a women of Chinese ethnicity.

In the end, the woman in the video was not prosecuted after consultation between the police and the BC Pros-

ecution Service.

Kahlon said in a letter to Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, he’s heard from community leaders in B.C. who are “worried about increasing incidents of racism, and they are looking for government leadership on this issue.”

He pointed out some jurisdictions have implemented ticketing, a non-

criminal action, to deter racist behaviour.

In his letter, Kahlon said people don’t think the current legal framework is sufficient “in censuring people who engage in racist and hateful behaviour.”

The province has launched a fiveyear anti-radicalization program.

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Bowing to public pressure, Maynards pulled all the Nazi memorabilia it had planned to put up for auction in Richmond last Saturday.

The items included Nazi Germany military and police helmets, Nazi pins, a German Luftwaffe officer’s dagger and a brass wall plaque, all emblazoned with swastikas and a Nazi flag.

Members of the Jewish community and Richmond politicians took to social media Friday afternoon expressing their outrage and disgust at the proposed auction.

“Dripping with the blood of six million Jews,” is how Michael Sachs, past-president of Richmond’s Bayit Synagogue, described the items.

Hugh Bulmer, vice-president of Maynards, said they pulled them after people complained to the auction house, and he doesn’t think they will sell Nazi memorabilia again.

Nazi memorabilia were pulled from a local auction.

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But, he added, many collectors were also upset with they pulled them.

Bulmer said he would prefer the items are sold on the open market where they can be picked up by serious collectors and museums, rather than them being sold “privately and undercover.”

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Sachs, however, said the items shouldn’t be sold for profit. Rather they belong in a museum or educational institute where they can be displayed with the right context. “(Maynards) should know better than to play in such a volatile part of history and allow someone to make a profit of it,” Sachs said. “These items are literally dripping with the blood of six million Jews — I know it sounds extreme, but it’s true.”

The condemnation was widespread on Facebook from Richmond’s municipal and provincial politicians with the mayor, Malcolm Brodie, calling the auction “inappropriate in the City of Richmond for so many reasons.”

Richmond-Queensborough MLA Jas Johal asked Maynards on Facebook to remove the Nazi material from the auction, saying the auction house “must do better.”

The newly formed Richmond group Stop Racism Alliance was quick to condemn the sale of the Nazi memorabilia.

The auction, which went ahead but without the Nazi items, included a large collection of guns as well as military paraphernalia from around the world, for example, a 19th century Japanese ivory-cased sword and a Burmese silver/bone mounted dagger.

Before pulling the items, Bulmer defended the sale, saying history can’t be swept under the rug and the stories around these items need to be kept alive.

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The City of Richmond isn’t divulging any details about the process causing significant delays in construction and a crack in one of the pools at the Minoru Centre for Active Living.

A freedom-of-information (FOI) request made by the Richmond News in October to look at a report about the crack in the pool — 66 pages of documents — was denied in its entirety “on the

basis of solicitor client privilege and litigation privilege under common law.”

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The first appeal should be dealt with by March.

A previous FOI request by the News to look at documents relating to the delays — after several requests for information yielded no explanation — was largely denied.

The aquatic centre has remained closed whereas the seniors centre opened in March.

Repairs on the pool are expected to be done by next fall. The fitness centre is slated to open in January.

The News has appealed the city’s denial of both requests with the Office of the Informa-

— Maria Rantanen/ Richmond News

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Two Richmond men have been found to have committed fraud by operating a Ponzi scheme which raised around $5 million from investors.

The British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) panel found Todd Norman John Bezzasso raised around $5 million from 85 investors through his companies, Bezzaz Holdings Group Ltd. (Bezzaz) and Nexus Global

Trading Ltd. (Nexus).

(The Richmond News would like to point out there is a “John Lewis Bezzasso” living in Richmond, who has nothing to do with the scheme.)

During this time, Bezzasso enlisted the help of fellow Richmondite Wei Kai (a.k.a. Kevin) Liao to find investors on his behalf.

According to the BCSC, investors were shown promotional material for Bezzaz indicating it owned Nexus, a company contracted to distribute certain brands of alcohol in B.C. Promotional material also indicated

that Bezzaz sold a variety of products, including health supplements and e-cigarettes.

In return for investing in Bezzaz, investors were promised rates of return between five per cent and 30 per cent, payable through post-dated cheques.

The panel found that instead of using investor funds as promised, Bezzasso was actually operating a Ponzi scheme. A large portion of the investors’ funds were being used to pay earlier investors, meaning many people who invested later during the scheme lost some, or all, of their money.

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People who forget their wallet when they go grocery shopping might be able to pay with their face next year.

A Chinese grocery store chain is looking to introduce facial-recognition as a method of payment in their Canadian stores.

Chengyi Wei, owner of Foody Mart, is considering introducing Chinesemade facial recognition devices at their two Richmond locations, which go by the name Foody World.

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According to Canadian law, customer information taken by companies is “permissible” as long as there is “given consensus by the individuals.”

“Companies need to make sure that (their) practices conform to the law and they will be followed up on regularly,” said Michael McEvoy, privacy commissioner of B.C. However, in terms of facial recognition technology, he is “doubtful the use of it in a grocery store (is) something either necessary or at all permitted under (Canadian) legislation.

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When Marlon Coronado turned up at his wife’s north Richmond office unexpectedly on Thursday lunchtime and asked to speak to

her privately outside, she feared the worst.

But Ronalyn Coronado’s concerns that something bad had happened to their 13-year-old daughter evaporated the second her husband pulled out a lottery ticket and scanned it against

an app on his phone.

The message on the phone read, “You’ve won $1 million and a free play.”

“I couldn’t believe it,” said 38-year-old Ronalyn.

“I went back into the office and asked my manager if I could have a half day. I just

said it was a family emergency. I almost cried, but it was too surreal.”

Marlon, who celebrated his 36th birthday last Tuesday, won BCLC’s Lotto 6/49 $1 million Guaranteed Prize Draw the next day.

“Of course, I’m very happy,” he told the Richmond News.

“But I have to keep my blood pressure down, as I’m diabetic.”

Marlon, who works as a night audit at a local hotel, said he only checked the ticket on the app around 1 p.m. Thursday, while at home alone, with the family dog, Martial.

“I checked the barcode several times. I did cry a bit,” he added.

“I calmed myself down and went to the car to drive to my wife’s office nearby on Viking Way.” The couple, originally from the Philippines, are going to stash their $1 million into a savings account for now to process the win.

But a trip back home to see Ronalyn’s sick dad is high on the agenda, as well as buying a family home in Richmond.

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Feng Qin Zhou Photo submitted Police are focusing their search for Feng Qin Zhou, a 75-year-old Asian woman who’s been missing for a week, in the Minoru Boulevard and Granville Avenue area.

Police have used drones and the Lower Mainland Tactical Troop in their search.

Volunteers have also been searching and putting up posters.

Zhou only speaks Mandarin. Anyone who sees her should call 9-1-1.

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Newly elected MP Kenny Chiu was careful to keep his travel plans under wraps until he arrived in Hong Kong late last week to help monitor district elections.

As part of the Election Observation Mission, Chiu was joined by other elected officials from several Western countries to monitor the election taking place in a highly

charged atmosphere of protests against Hong Kong’s administration.

Chiu, who was elected in Steveston-Richmond East in October, told the Richmond News he was concerned about his security and whether he’d be let into Hong Kong if the reason he was going there was publicized before his departure.

But, he said after the election, the mission had gone “smoothly and according to plan.”

Results from the election show more than 70 per cent of registered voters cast a ballot and elected 17 prodemocratic councils out of the 18 district councils. This tripled their seats from 124 to 389.

The mission included parliamentarians from the UK, Latvia and Germany as well as other Western countries.

Chiu said with a lot a people from Hong Kong living in Richmond, there is concern over recent events there.

The late summer World Festival in Minoru Park might have its budget cut in half in 2020, its main-stage events cancelled and be reduced to a one-day event.

The World Festival has featured well-known headliners on its big stage, for example, Bedouin Soundclash and The Strumbellas this year, and Lights and Magic! in 2018.

The city estimates 60,000 people attended the twoday festival this past Labour Day weekend.

An evaluation of the mainstage performances stated they were high quality and attracted a “niche audience,” however, the city staff report goes on to say showcasing cultural diversity could be done without

this large expense and it wouldn’t have an impact on the general visitor experience at the World Festival.

The summer festival had other stages besides the main stage and smaller venues with performances like Chinese opera. There were also displays and booths as well as food trucks featuring items from all continents.

The cut to the World Festival budget is part of a staff recommendation to reduce the city’s major events overall budget by a total of $340,000. The budget last year was $1.345 million, and, if council approves the changes, this would be reduced to $1.04 million.

Other proposed cuts are to the Steveston Salmon Festival, which would see its $250,000 budget reduced by $25,000 and the Richmond Maritime Festival budget reduced by $50,000 to $250,000.

Short-term rental rules tightened Anyone renting a spare bedroom for less than 30 days in Richmond will have to get a license from the city and prove they live in the home.

But boarding and lodging businesses can be rentals and they can be owned by corporations — points that irked some councillors who tried to amend a bylaw before council on Monday night dealing with these shortterm accommodations.

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But when Mullett isn’t performing on Nov. 11, he’s conducting Richmond’s Community Concert Band — something he’s been doing for 41 years.

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“It just happened that this band played on Monday nights,” said Mullett. And that just happened to be the only night he was free, as he was already playing five nights a week in downtown Vancouver.

“To me, the band is like a group of friends where we can gather together and make music. I’m not trying to teach them, so much as I’m (trying) to guide them and make them sound better.”

Robert (Bob) Mullett has been the Richmond Community Concert Band director for over 40 years. Photo submitted Mullett was born into a musical family that would gather on weekends and play music.

“I had a bugle in my hand since I was six years old and I’ve been playing professionally since I was 16 years old until now,” he added.

“Bob is superb. Not only is he a band conductor, he’s a professional trumpet player and a professional drummer,” said White.

Mullett has played in different bands with different musical genres such as country, rock, jazz and orchestra.

He added that Mullett has “good conducting skills,” which are obviously important to lead the band and correct mistakes.

“When it comes to music, I like to play as many styles as I can because I enjoy it.”

“He has a great disposition and has been (conducting) for 40 years,” said White.

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Family and friends came from across Canada to mark Richmondite Isabelle McClellan’s 100th birthday last weekend.

And the party at McClellan’s Courtyard Gardens home was made extra special when her five-year-old great-grandson, Kai Low, gave a special violin recital, accompanied by his mother on piano.

Kai kicked off the tribute by saying, “This is for you, Great-Grammy” and afterwards took a bow, before going over to McClellan to give her a hug and wish her a happy birthday.

A Richmond Mountie, in red serge, also made a guest appearance at the party to read out the birthday message from the Queen.

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Isabelle McClellan turned 100 last week.

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The family then moved to Lulu Island after being expropriated from Cora Brown and stayed in Richmond until they moved to the Penticton area.

Widowed and then 96, McClellan moved back to Richmond to be near her daughter, Marylin Low.

During his tenure as president and CEO of the Vancouver International Airport, passenger volume has grown by 50 per cent and the airport was named the SkyTrax Best Airport in North America.

“The past six years have been an extraordinary time at YVR and I have so much pride in what we’ve accomplished together,” said Richmond.

“We grew passenger volumes by 50 per cent, we embarked on the most ambitious capital plan in the airport’s history, we created meaningful partnerships within the community — and we had a

lot of fun doing it. None of these accomplishments would have happened without the exceptional team at the Airport Authority and the 26,500 employees working in the airport community.”

Richmond started working for the Vancouver Airport Authority in 1995, holding different roles, for example, manager of airside operations and vicepresident of operations.

He then moved on to Vantage Airport Group, filling the role of CEO and overseeing seven global airports.

In July 2013, he took on the role of president and CEO of YVR. The board of directors has formed a task force to do a global search to replace Richmond.

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Business Excellence Awards 2019 Hall of Fame

Great Little Box gets great big award The Richmond company honoured as this year’s hall of famers were The Great Little Box Company, which has been operating for nearly 40 years.

A multiple recipient of the chamber’s Workplace of the Year Business Excellence Award, they were singled out as a “true leader not only within the Richmond business community, but across Canada.”

Opening in 1982 with a 5,000 sq/ft plant and only three employees, the early ‘80s were a challenge for business operators as a whole, and this company was no different.

In fact, their first month of operations saw revenue of only $8,000 and a net loss of more than $18,000, but they successfully

persevered by establishing themselves as an innovator in their industry and focusing on customer service.

Through multiple acquisitions and a focus on growth and superior customer service, The Great Little Box Company has developed into a one-source supplier for packaging and labelling needs.

Brad Tindall, (right), president of The Great Little Box Company, accepts the Hall of Fame award from Fan Chun, chair of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce.

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With long-standing roots in the Richmond business community, the company expanded in 2006 and made their new manufacturing facility and head office here in Richmond.

And their decades of cultural and workplace awards are a testament to the care and investment that the company puts into their people.

Association of the Year

New Business of the Year

Chimo Community Services was established in 1973 to provide emotional support and practical assistance to people in Richmond experiencing personal crises in their everyday lives.

Numode Delivery Solutions is a leading provider for cost-effective local same day courier and freight services.

As a Richmond-based company, they are focused on enabling customers to experience hassle free shipments on a daily basis.

Today, Chimo has grown into a multi-service organization housing 10 distinct programs to serve a diverse, multicultural community and support people to make sound choices; to address inevitable life challenges and crises, and to imagine, create, and sustain their own healthy future.

Chimo’s success is greatly attributed to its strong base of 240 volunteers and 15 interns. They are the lifeblood of the organization.

Tabitha Geraghty, executive director of Chimo Community Services, accepts their award.

With a professional staff of 23 and a contingent of 240 professionally trained volunteers, Chimo supported 16,600 clients in crisis last year in 12 language.

In addition, their staff and volunteers delivered over 200 classes and programs on suicide prevention, partner abuse, life skills and leadership in Richmond high schools.

Young Entrepreneur of the Year BlackboxMyCar was founded in 2012

by Alex Jang after his family members were involved in a car accident, resulting in a lengthy insurance claim and legal case that took many years to resolve.

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Numode’s Andrew Kronquist (left) accepted the award from Shaharyar Ghauri, of BDC. ers will ensure that each delivery has the highest level of safety and customer care while representing their customers and our community.

Outstanding Workplace of the Year

Operating out of a 42,000 squarefoot facility, with a fleet of over 80 vehicles and employing 165 full-time employees, PPCR services the property restoration needs of the entire Lower Mainland, from Horseshoe Bay to Langley.

BlackboxMyCar’s Alex Jang was named the 2019 Young Entrepreneur of the Year. boxMyCar earned a strong reputation as a leader in the industry and with external partners, such as the RCMP, CSIS and the FBI.

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Jang set out to introduce dashcams to the North American market and educate the public about their safety benefits and advantages. Starting his business from home, Jang successfully grew his company, earning $75,000 in annual revenue in its first year, with an exponential growth in later years.

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Small Business of the Year Shari Linde (left), founder and director of Advantage Speech Language Pathology, received her award from Carrie Wertheim of Vancity.

Advantage Speech-Language Pathology is dedicated to providing assessment, treatment and consultative services for children, adolescents and adults.

The clinic is located in Steveston, but they also frequently travel into homes, schools, daycares, community settings and private facilities.

Advantage SLP was initially established as a solo practitioner in 2003. Since that time, it has grown to 13 therapists, four administrators and eight volunteers and assistants.

Communication is a critical skill across the lifespan. For example, in very young children, speech-language pathologists will work on teaching strategies to parents and caregivers to facilitate communication and social skills development.

As children age, therapists will address concerns such as language development, pronunciation, stuttering, vocal issues, oral motor skills, literacy development and social interaction.

In adults, therapists may assist clients to improve their accents to succeed in the workforce, provide strategies for a healthy voice, or utilize exercises to address communication difďŹ culties arising from neurological causes.

When verbal communication is not possible, a speech-language pathologist will assist with setting up both low-tech and high-tech communication systems.

Speech-language pathologists are also key members of the team for feeding and swallowing disorders in individuals of all ages.

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Business Excellence Awards 2019

Mid-sized Business of the Year

Diane Dupuis, president of the Dupuis Langen Group, holds the award for her team, which was presented by Kenneth Ip (far right) of iTalkBB Media.

The vision of The Dupuis Langen Group is to revolutionize the landscape of health and wellness in the workplace.

They do that by partnering with their clients to help them build superior health and wellness plans for their employees.

Dupuis is an employee benefits firm with a vision to change the conversation around wellness so that organizations inspire greatness.

They believe that “greatness” is achieved when their clients excel in reaching their goals and when employees feel secure that

their future is protected.

For over 30 years, the Dupuis Langen Group has worked with thousands of employees and organizations to meet their wellness goals.

They have built strong relationships with their clients and created strong ties in those communities in which they work.

The team are specialists in their field and they take the responsibility of looking after their clients and employees very seriously.

They care about the wellness of their clients as though each and everyone is like their family.

We are honoured to have been chosen as the winner in the Mid-Sized Business Category and we want to congratulate all other winners and all nominees.

We are proud to serve all our clients both in Richmond and throughout the Province of BC.

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Many of its customers spend time and money at Richmond based restaurants, hotels and other businesses throughout the year and the airline supports local businesses whenever possible.

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Green Business of the Year

Built for energy utilities, their innovative solutions optimize any field activity or process, improving outage response times, worker productivity, and safety, helping utilities reduce their environmental impact.

Utilities reduce the environmental impact of traditional field operations by eliminating work order paper and paper-based processes, reducing fuel consumption and vehicle emissions, and lowering the consumption of water, electric and gas.

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Headquartered in Richmond, the Layfield Group is a privately held, family-owned, diversified group of companies that manufactures, fabricates, installs and distributes its polymer-based products.

Over their 40-plus years of growth and expansion, they have evolved from one location as a small rigid plastic fabricator, to becoming one of North America’s leading environmental containment company and market leader in sustainable, flexible packaging.

They now have over 400 employees in four Canadian and two USA locations, plus operations in Adelaide and Brisbane, Australia.

Through innovation, not imitation, Layfield develops industry-leading sustainable products to protect our environment, food, and

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At the same time, Layfield is strategically focusing on achieving their corporate goal of having zero waste at all their facilities by 2025.

Their Flexible Films division was the first Canadian company to introduce a sustainable end of life solution for laminated flexible packaging products, called BioFlex.

Also, the environmental containment division is the industry leader in developing and producing high-performance geomembranes to contain and protect our most precious resource, drinking water.

Layfield has participated in many large, high-profile world-class environmental protection projects across Canada, the United States, and Australia.

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It provides great benefits to people who suffer with eczema, skin allergies and burns and can help change skin dramatically. Since all the ingredients are natural with zero side effects, rigidly inspected, extensively lab tested and rated as high as food-grade level, it is safe for use for pregnant and nursing women or babies with skin problems.

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Located at the corner of Gilbert Road and Granville Avenue, the Seniors Centre at Minoru Centre for Active Living offers an inviting, active and friendly environment for those 55 years and older. This fully accessible facility is set in beautiful Minoru Park and is near many other City facilities.

Activities include registered programs, out trips, special events and support groups. Plus, with an annual Facility Pass you can choose to join any of the 25 different activity groups that meet regularly. Complimentary honorary memberships are available to those 90+ years of age. Spouses of members are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun even if under the age of 55.

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The Seniors Facility Pass is $28.00 per year and supports the Minoru Seniors Society. This pass is available for those 55 years and older and to spouses under the age of 55 years. There is no charge for a Seniors Facility Pass for those 90 years and older.

Passes are valid one year from date of purchase.

Seniors Facility Pass benefits:

Special pricing in the Cafeteria Access to over 25 weekly drop-in activities • Voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting • Parking Pass (65+ years) for $11.00 per calendar year (limited quantities) • •

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Billiards Pass...................................$36.00/year • Pick up a copy of the Seniors Society Newsletter from the front desk to find Table Tennis Pass .........................$36.00/year Wood Working Pass...................$36.00/year out about special events, programs, Wood Carving Pass.....................$36.00/year upcoming trips and the latest news • Drop by or call us at 604-238-8450 Additional Fees: • Visit richmond.ca/seniors or Ballroom Dance....................... $2.00/Drop-in minorucentre.ca

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Come and visit us Worship Service: Sundays 2:00 – 4:00 pm

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Join us for a delicious, affordable meal prepared by our professional team or stop by for coffee and some freshly baked goods. Our brand new, bright and welcoming cafeteria is open six days a week.

Homemade soups are featured daily with member discounts available with a Seniors Facility Pass.

View weekly menus online: minorucentre.ca/cafeteria/.

The cafeteria accepts cash, credit/debit cards and cheques.

Holiday Hours Schedule

Tue, Dec 24 .....................................................8:00am–4:00pm Wed, Dec 25..........................................................................Closed Thu, Dec 26..................................................... 8:00am–5:00pm Tue, Dec 31 ......................................................8:00am–4:00pm Wed, Jan 1........................................................ 8:00am–5:00pm

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Mon–Thu ..........................................................8:30am–4:00pm Fri ..........................................................................8:30am–7:00pm Sat ......................................................................10:00am–2:00pm Sun.............................................................................................Closed Breakfast Panini: Mon-Fri......................................................................8:30–11:00am Sat.......................................................................10:00am–2:00pm Panini with Coffee or Tea: $5.00* Panini only: $4.50* Hot Lunch Entrée Service: 11:30am–1:30pm (Mon–Fri only) Friday Night Dinner: 4:30–6:00pm. Call 604-238-8450 by 9:00pm on the Wednesday prior to the Friday Night Dinner to reserve meal(s).

Saturdays: Soup and assorted sandwiches

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Friday Night Dinner ST. ANNE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH - STEVESTON Our multicultural community welcomes you to worship 4071 Francis Road, Richmond BC

Sunday 8:30 am Eucharist and 10:00 am Family Eucharist with Church School Wednesday 10:00 am Eucharist with Bible Study at 11:00 am

The Reverend Roberta Fraser, Priest www.stannessteveston.ca • 604-277-9626

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Please join us for 10am Worship Service and Sunday School Rev. Brenda Miller 604-277-0508 • www.stevestonunitedchurch.ca A caring and friendly village church

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Members are encouraged to bring a personal container for take-away food from the cafeteria.

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This service offers access to local shopping at reasonable rates with pick ups and drop offs at nine different independent seniors housing locations.

Mondays............. Lansdowne Mall ($2.00 per round trip) Walmart, Garden City ($2.00 per round trip) Thursdays..............Seafair Centre ($2.00 per round trip) Only purchases that can be carried are accepted as bus storage is limited. For a full schedule of designated pick up locations and times, call 604-238-8456.

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According to an article in the Toronto Star earlier this week, two million Canadians will retire in the next decade. That works out to about 16,000 of us per month. The retirement wave is underway.

It’s understandable, then, that everywhere you look, there are stories and articles about various aspects of retirement. Most of them, in my view, seem to focus on the apparent lack of preparation for retirement, especially in a financial sense. So with many of us approaching or contemplating retirement, it’s timely, I think, to take a closer look at it.

The problem?

Here are some of the headlines you see across North America: The Toronto Star article: “Retiring soon? There are some big financial changes coming – here’s what you need to know”.

Two articles from the Benefits Canada online publication: “What’s next for Canada’s retirement income system” and “Will Canadians Ever Really Retire?”

Another online publication (unidentified) is headlined as follows: “More and more Canadians are ill prepared for retirement”.

Another financial publication (called The Motley Fool): “Retirees: Boost your CPP Pension with these high-yield dividend stocks” There are numerous other articles, most of which seem to me to focus on the financial issue, and the preparation issue. I would add to all this that the cost of living in every part of Canada is rising at a fast pace, and debt levels among Canadians seem to be at historic, high levels. So perhaps these articles are being written in part because many persons cannot afford to retire. Whatever is the case, you can infer that we are being told by various persons that we have to do some (financial) preparation to be able to retire.

Where you Stand In my view, the question of retirement has to start with a self-analysis or evaluation. The first issues to consider are your health, and your family. If your health is such that you are forced to consider retiring, you need advice.

If your family situation is such that you may need to work, to finance your children’s education or other situation, get advice how to do that. You may be looking after a disabled parent or a disabled child. That will affect your ability to retire. A child may have to move back home because their relationship is ending. That may delay retirement. The question of retirement, then, for most of us, may be “can you retire” (rather than “do you want to retire”)?

Advice will help you with tax issues, among other things.

The Government’s role Financial considerations with respect to retirement change in some way, every year. There are regular changes to tax rules (such as tax rates, new taxes on assets including homes), savings vehicles (such as RRSPs and TFSAs), pensions (including the OAS and CPP), the economy (such as labor market demand and inflation) and legislation (such as with the Income Tax Act, the Wills Estates and Succession Act). It is difficult to keep up with all the changes. This is why anyone considering retirement has to get advice before setting the date.

Going ahead with it While the articles suggest that too many people don’t plan for their retirement, if 16,000 people a month actually retire, I expect that most must take some planning steps before they go out the door. Whether it’s a deadline a person faces (perhaps an age related one), a health issue that prompts a retirement, an inheritance that allows a person to retire, the important step to take is to get some advice. As the first consideration in retirement is often financial, your Banker is a good person to get some advice from. It does not typically cost anything, and you will at least get pointed in a good direction.

What you may ultimately be considering is how your income will change in retirement. Put another way, an examination of your sources of income will help you make a financial retirement plan. For most of us, this isn’t a fresh consideration because we all reach a point long before we actually retire, when we know what the likely sources are going to be. The planning is where you determine whether the sources will be enough, adding in your pension income (from CPP and OAS). A couple receiving their full CPP and OAS will, between them, receive roughly $3,400 per month gross. That will cover a lot of basic expenses but it won’t cover all a couple’s expenses.

The other sources of income are then considered and this is where the actual “planning” is done.

Aside from meeting with an advisor, there are many public programs, workshops, lectures, conferences and online information available, often at no cost, at places such as community centers, public libraries and schools.

These are worthwhile and will help in your planning. There are also a host of books and other written material available for purchase or review at libraries.

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Have your blood pressure checked by a retired volunteer nurse and pick up information on programs, services and support available to seniors. Holistic health appointments, manicures and pedicures are available for a fee. The clinic is offered the third Wednesday of each month. Call 604-238-8450 to book an appointment.

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In October of this year, 4,311 British Columbians became new pensioners.

It is clear that the retirement wave has hit. The articles I have referred to suggest that too many retired people have not planned. Maybe some of those people will return to work later on, for various reasons. Some may end up in poverty (there are several already there, sadly). While it is prudent to make a retirement plan, the point of my article is just to get some advice, so you have an idea what awaits you and what you might do in facing perhaps the most significant change of your adult life.

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SOCIAL

Social activities can improve moods and enhance cognitive functions while reducing loneliness and isolation. There are a variety of social activities offered at the Seniors Centre with many of them included in the Seniors Facility Pass.

Drop in to speak with a staff member about all of the opportunities available.

FITNESS

A range of registered and drop-in fitness classes are offered at Minoru Centre for Active Living for seniors of all ages, fitness and skill levels. Find a full list of all fitness activities at minorucentre.ca/seniorprograms/seniors-fitness-and-wellness/.

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HANGING WITH THE GUYS

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The Winter 2020 Parks, Recreation Register for one or more leisurely day CHRISTMAS DINNER and Culture Guide is available online trips throughout Metro Vancouver, Celebrate the holidays with a traditional Volunteers play an integral role at the centre. (richmond.ca/guide) with a paper version featuring fine dining, live theatre, festivals and delicious meal complete with If interested in volunteering, contact Jacqui available for pick up in all Cityfacilities. and more. Spaces are limited, so register turkey and all the fixings. Round trip the Volunteer Coordinator at 604-238-8452 early. Find a full list of trips and tours Winter 2020 Registration: or joostergo@richmond.ca. transportation ($5) and home drop off by visiting the centre or viewing the Tue, Dec 3, 8:00pm–Aquatics (Online only) ($3) available.

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A five-year-old Richmond resident has designed hundreds of pairs of earrings to bring Christmas bling to people during the holidays.

Estella Celeste Banez is ready to throw a jewelry party with a fashion show to showcase her “bling-bling,” on Dec. 7 and 14 at Richmond Caring Place.

All funds raised from the party will be donated to the Richmond Christmas Fund --run by Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives, which has been giving support over the past few years to Estella’s brother, Lazarus, who has autism.

The jewelry party will feature a variety of earrings, bracelets, and hair accessories, which are all designed and handcrafted

by Estella and assembled by her mother, Kaye Liao Banez.

“Even if you have sensitive ears, we have metal-free earrings, and if your ears are not pierced, you can wear our comfy slipon earrings. These earrings are designed for everyone,” said Estella.

When the Richmond News asked what the highlight of the party will be, Estella replied: “Snacks and the fashion show.”

Estella is thrilled to host two parites to display her handmade jewelry to Richmondites.

Nono Shen photo According to Banez, the fact that they plan to host the event at the Caring Place is significant because the name resonates with Estella as she genuinely cares for families in need, especially the babies.

“Estella loves taking care of others no matter at home or school,” said Banez.

Apart from being a mother of two children, Banez is a children’s author who has been selling her books at various local events as a means to fundraise for the Richmond Christmas Fund.

Considering this is going to be Estella’s first-ever fashion show, she has been focusing on figuring out how to move her arms and pose on stage. But the most important thing is showcasing these handmade products to the public.

In 2017, the book-launching event went very well, with Estella and her mom raising more than $840, followed by another $200 last year.

Estella and her mother have invited models from their friend group and the local community for the fashion show.

Regardless, Estella still wanted to do more and help more families in need this year, said Banez.

“My friends feel super-duper excited and shy for our upcoming performance. I welcome everyone to come to my party,” said Estella.

The event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7 and 14 at 7000 Minoru Blvd. from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

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Richmond Sports Wall of Fame adds 11 City’s football history and Kajaks track club prominent in 2019 induction class

The city’s rich football history, the Kajaks Track and Field Club’s significant contributions and the founders of a popular summer basketball tournament are a big part of the Richmond Sports Wall of Fame’s 2019 induction class.

Now in its fifth year, and overseen by the Richmond Sports Council and City of Richmond, 11 new members were officially inducted during a ceremony on Saturday at Gateway Theatre. A permanent display is located in the lobby at the Richmond Olympic Oval.

Here is a look at the 2019 class

Athletes Jim Mills (football): This Richmond High grad enjoyed a decorated career — earning a full-ride scholarship to the University of Hawaii and playing professionally on both sides of the border. In the CFL he was a three-time All-Canadian and two-time winner of the league’s Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman Award. Mills was inducted into the CFL Hall of Fame in 2009 and was selected to the BC Lions 50th anniversary Dream Team.

Jamie Stoddard (football): After starring for the Steveston Packers, this standout receiver took his career to the University of Alberta where he won numerous awards as a Golden Bear. It was then eight seasons in the CFL with Winnipeg, helping the Bombers advance to the Grey Cup in 2001 and 2007. Stoddard is now making an impact in his hometown, teaching at StevestonLondon where he is also the school’s athletic director.

Novell Thomas (basketball): Another

2019 Richmond Sports Wall of Fame induction class was honoured on Saturday at Gateway Theatre. Left is Jamie Stoddard with Coun. Harold Steeves and right is Jim Mills with Mayor Malcolm Brodie. Photo by Mark Booth Steveston Packer standout except on the basketball court. He went on to enjoy a decorated collegiate career at SFU, becoming the program’s all-time assist leader. Thomas also played for the men’s national team under Jay Triano.

Basketball remains a big part of his life as head coach of the University of Brandon women’s team.

Builder Dolphin Park Classic: Steveston High graduates Bira Bindra, Taj Johal, Bruce Watson and Tony Wong-Hen’s popular summer tournament is synonymous with basketball in Richmond. For 33 years, it has inspired countless Richmond youth to pursue their passion for the sport.

Coach Jeff Lochbaum (football): As a teacher in the Richmond School District, he volunteered to coach football at Palmer and Richmond High, in addition to the club and university levels. Lochbaum enjoyed tremen-

dous success with the Colts, winning four provincial championships.

Carl Savage (track and field): A volunteer coach with the Kajaks for 33 years, mentoring a number of athletes to the national and international levels. Also co-founded the BC Elementary Track and Field Championships.

Jean-Jacques Schmidt (track and field): Attended his first Kajaks meet in 1980 and would go on to be a fixture with the club in several capacities. Several of his junior and senior athletes have won medals at the provincial, national and international levels.

Marshall Shields (fastpitch): Has been a huge part of boys and men’s fastball for 20 years as a coach. Guided countless Richmond boys teams to gold medals at the provincial and Western Canadian levels.

Is a five-time coach-of-the-year with the Steveston Men’s Fastball League.

Kim Young (track and field): As a

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Amelia Crawford capped off her university soccer career in grand style by captaining the UBC Thunderbirds to the U Sports national championship in Victoria. The Hugh Boyd graduate had been a fixture at forward for the past four years but was asked to make the move to fullback for her final season of eligibility. The adjustment went well enough for her to be named a tournament all-star at nationals where UBC capped a perfect run with a 1-0 victory over Calgary in the final. The News is proud to recognize Amelia as athlete of the month for November.

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“We are proud to honour the Sports Wall of Fame inductees for their achievements and commitment to sport in Richmond,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie. “These individuals highlight Richmond’s rich sporting history and remind us about the power of sport to help individuals achieve their personal goals.”

long-time Kajaks coach has also worked at the national team level, twice selected as a staff member for the Pan Am Games.

He co-founder of the B.C. Elementary School Championships has also served as Director of Athletics Canada, President of BC Athletics and Chair of the Harry Jerome Classic.

Masters Athlete Fred Pawluk (running): This Kajaks athlete was a force over a 15-year period, reaching the podium a whopping 104 times in track and field and cross-country events.

When not representing Kajaks as an athlete, he has given his time to the club as a volunteer, organizer and president.

Team Richmond Colts 1996-98 (football): Under the leadership of head coach Jeff Lochbaum, the Colts won three consecutive provincial championships in 1996, 1997 and 1998 — a rare feat in any era for a public school football program.

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Connaught skaters dominate at BC/Yukon Sectionals

Connaught Skating showcased its depth of talent by collecting plenty of hardware at the B.C. Yukon Sectional Championships in Kelowna.

The Richmond club produced a whopping 31 top 10 finishes that included five provincial champions and 15 medals. Four more skaters captured artistic awards and 10 were named to Team B.C. for this week’s 2020 Skate Canada Challenge in Edmonton that concludes on Sunday.

It all added up to Connaught sharing top honours for the B.C. Section Club Trophy.

Leah Lee and Wesley Chiu swept the women and men’s titles respectively in the Junior Division. Lee also earned artistic honours The club also captured gold in

Pre-Novice (Jessie Sun/Victor Lum) and Pre-Juvenile Pairs (Hailey Pang/Stephen Lee).

“It’s just a matter of performing what I am capable of and do what I have been told to do.”

Rounding out the first place finishes was a big week for Neo Tran, who not only won the Pre-Novice Men’s Division but skated away with artistic honours too. He also earned the runner-up haward for the B.C. Yukon Series of competitions.

Others named to the B.C. team include David Li who was second in Novice Men and also captured artistic honours. Pre-Novice competitors Rebecca Mah, Ellie Cheung and Tehran Lee round out the contingent heading to Alberta next week.

Now he heads to Edmonton with plenty of momentum for his second appearance at Skate Challenge.

Rounding out the artistic award winners was Yolanda Yue Tan in U14 Juvenile Ladies.

“I learned from my mistakes last year,” said the 12-year-old from Richmond who has been skating for six years. “Once (the skate) is over let it be gone. Don’t carry it with you. Don’t carry the weight of it.

Here’s a complete rundown of the Connaught results at Sectionals: Junior Ladies Leah Lee (gold). Caitlin Tai (7th).

Junior Men Wesley Chiu (gold). Victor Lum (5th).

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Novice Ladies Maho Harada (5th). Isabella Arney (10th).

Novice Men David Li (silver).

Pre-Novice Ladies

Rebecca Mah(5th), Ellie Cheung (6th), Anya Li (10th), Alexa Christianson (17th), Kiana Atash (19th), Maisie St. James (21st), Bianca Gasparetto (23rd), Emily Leung (28th), Ciara Iorio (33rd).

Pre-Novice Men Neo Tran (bronze).

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Pre-Novice Pairs Jessie Sun/Victor Lum (gold).

Juvenile Ladies U12 Jessie Sun (10th), Jaelyn Woo (11th), Danielle Ting (18th), Kirsten Tiongson (22nd), Ivanna Tung

(23rd).

Juvenile Ladies U14 Yolanda Yue Tan (silver), Ami Wong 6th), Shannon Chan (18th).

Juvenile Men Louie Fukuda-Wu (2nd), William Chan (3rd).

Pre-Juvenile Ladies U11 Gr. 1 Kaeli Woo (silver), Liya Pan (6th), Angela Lin (9th), Caitlin Jiang (11th), Hailey Pang (13th), Mickey Luo (15th).

Pre-Juvenile Ladies Gr. 2 Esther Ting (silver), Stephy Tong (bronze), Jace Wong (4th), Hera Chan (10th), Jasmine Guan (11th).

Pre-Juvenile Men U12 Stephen Lee (silver), Sora Murakami (7th), Carson Chow (8th).

Pre-Juvenile Pairs 1. Hailey Pang/Stephen Lee (gold), Eliana Liu/Duncan Zhang (silver).

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COLETSIS, Nancy Athanassia April 19, 1934 − November 24, 2019 With great sadness, we announce the passing of our wonderful Mother, Nancy Coletsis. She is survived by her loving husband, Kosmas Mike Coletsis, and their four children, George, Jimmy, Maria and Chrysoula. Arriving from Athens, Greece, as a young family in 1959, their family grew and thrived in the Richmond community. We will miss our Mom’s loving spirit and will always remember her in our hearts.

PATTERSON, Scott Robert April 21, 1972 - November 8, 2019 Predeceased by his mother, Carol. Scott leaves behind his Dad, Robert (Donna), brother, Mike (Christine, Kaia & Ally) and his extended family.

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604-249-3132 or email distribution@richmond-news.com Route Boundaries 1400206 Cormorant Crt, Egret Crt, Kingfisher Dr, No. 2 Rd, Puffin Crt, Sandpiper Crt, Trumpeter Dr ...........................................................

1400208 No. 2 Rd, Pintail Dr .........................................................................

1400211 No. 2 Rd, Kittiwake Dr, Pelican Crt, Goldeneye Pl, Trumpeter Dr, Kingfisher Dr ..................................................................................

1400215 Bunting Ave, Railway Ave, Lapwing Cres.........................................

1400216 Westscott St, Andrews Rd, Buchanan St .........................................

1410003 11291 / 11391 7th Ave (Mariners Village).......................................

1410005 Pleasant St, Georgia St, Garry St, Richmond St, 2nd Ave, 3rd Ave, 4th Ave...........................................................................................

1410007 Broadway St, Richmond St, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Ave .................................

1410016 11631 7th Ave (Garry Point Coop)...................................................

1410018 Steveston Hwy, Hunt St, Regent St, 4th Ave, 6th, Ave, 7th Ave.........

1410019 Georgia St, Garry St, Richmond St, No. 1 Rd, 2nd Ave .....................

1410027 Regent St, Pleasant St, 4th Ave, 6th Ave, 7th Ave ............................

1420101 Cavendish Dr, Fortune Ave, Fundy Dr, Gander Pl, Pugwash Pl, Williams Rd ....................................................................................

1420120 Bonavista Dr, Steveston Hwy ..........................................................

1420301 Fairfax Pl, Cres, Seafair Dr, Wardmore Pl, Millmore Rd, Francis Rd ..

1420303 Francis Rd, Kelmore Rd, Laidmore Rd, Littlemore Pl, Youngmore Rd 1420304 Pacemore Ave, Dalemore Ave, Royalmore Ave, Alanmore Pl, Tinmore Pl, No. 1 Rd.......................................................................

1420307 Blundell Rd, Dalemore Rd, Pacemore Ave, Bairdmore Cres, Cairnmore Pl, Alanmore Pl ..............................................................

1420310 8020 - 8200 Colonial Dr (townhouses) ...........................................

1420314 Francis Rd, Vinmore Ave, Ullsmore Ave, Ellsmore Ave, Kelmore Rd ..

1420315 Fairway Rd, Fairhurst Rd, Ullsmore Ave...........................................

1430102 Lassam Rd, Yarmish Gate, Dr, Kozier Gate, Stefanko Pl, Gaunt Crt, Wallace Rd .....................................................................................

1430104 Hollymount Dr, Gate, Railway Ave, Steveston Hwy...........................

1430105 Lassam Rd, Hollybank Dr................................................................

1430108 Dylan Pl, Houseman St, No. 2 Rd, Spender Crt, Dr, Yeats Cres .........

1430110 Gainsborough Dr, Reynolds Dr, Pl, Whistler Pl..................................

1430114 Goldsmith Dr, Steele Crt..................................................................

1430115 Williams Rd, Hollycroft Gate, Dr, Hollywood Dr ................................

1430201 Calder Rd, Calderwood Cres, Cantrell Rd, Carrick Rd, Colbeck Rd, Francis Rd......................................................................................

1430202 Francis Rd, Cadogan Rd, Cantrell Rd, Kilgour Pl, Camden Cres, Pl, Cantley Rd......................................................................................

1430203 Cantley Rd, Carmel Rd, Cathay Rd, Colbeck Rd, Pl, Colville Rd ........

1430204 Blundell Rd, Cantley Rd, No. 2 Rd, Clearwater Gate.........................

1430205 Blundell Rd, Calder Crt, Chetwynd Ave, Clifton Rd, Colbeck Rd, Cranbrook Ave................................................................................

1430206 Dakota Dr, Pl, Danube Rd, Delaware Rd, Dorval Rd, Doulton Pl........

1430209 Danube Rd, Delaware Rd, 8220 - 8380 No. 2 Rd (townhouses).......

1430210 Gilbert Rd, Lucas Rd, Minler Rd, Gilbert Rd, Mirabel Crt...................

1430211 Danube Rd, Delaware Rd, Dorval Rd, Doulton Rd, Francis Rd, .........

1430212 Dorval Rd, Dunsany Pl, Minler Rd....................................................

1430213 Cadogan Rd, Camden Cres, Pl, Cantrell Rd, Carrick Rd, Colville Rd..

1440618 Ash St, Bakerview Dr, Garden City Rd, No. 4 Rd, Garden City Rd......

1450005 Lucas Rd, Sunnycroft Rd, Sunnybank Ave, Sunnyholme Cres, Sunnydene Rd................................................................................

1450008 Bowcock Rd, Gay Rd, No. 3 Rd, Robinson Rd, Myhill Rd, Moore Rd, St. Albans Rd..................................................................................

1450011 Dolphin Ave, Crt, Dayton Ave, Francis Rd, Garden City Rd, Heather St, Myron Crt ..................................................................................

1450012 Ashby Pl, Ashwood Gate, Dr, Francis Rd ..........................................

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Semi retired person required for custom drapery and furniture manufacturer in North Richmond. Duties include drapery track assembly, receiving and shipping, assisting sofa frame maker and other various duties 3-5 days a week 7:00am to 3:30 pm.

Email resume to terry@windowworks.ca or apply in person at unit 10 13331 Vulcan Way Richmond

PART-TIME RECEPTIONIST We are looking for a part time receptionist who is a team player, has excellent written and communication skills, reliable, organized and a pleasant personality to join our company located in Richmond.

Specific Skills & Experience - Operate telephone system, MS Word, MS Power Point, MS Excel, MS Windows, order office supplies, faxing, clerical duties and must be fluent written and oral in English.

Part time - 4 hours per day Monday-Friday starting immediately Salary - $20.00 hour/negotiable depending on experience Please email resume to HR@trapa.ca

FARM LABOURERS Brar Bros Farms

Required for weeding, planting, harvesting & grading vegetables. This job involves hard work; bending, lifting, standing & crouching.

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