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Mental health stigma Eve Edmonds EEDMONDS@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

It’s been referred to as an “echo pandemic — a wave of mental health crises following our justified freak-out over the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mental health experts have been warning about this echo since the beginning of April and, indeed, the eagle has landed.

Like the coronavirus itself, how this pandemic expresses itself varies widely person to person. Some may be asymptomatic: look fine, feel fine, think they’re fine, but are busily infecting others with stress and anxiety. (I’d probably put myself in that camp.)

Others are hit harder: not sleeping, feeling anxious, struggling to stay motivated to do the smallest of tasks. Others still are experiencing a full-blown meltdown, worthy of whatever the mental health equivalent is to a ventilator.

Moreover, none of these states are static, and the continuum is vast.

But while presentations may differ, it is hard to imagine anyone hasn’t been mentally and emotionally im-

pacted by COVID-19 to some degree.

When our publisher came up with the idea of doing a special section on mental wellness for this paper, we weren’t sure exactly who would buy into it; we would have considered it a success if we ended up with, say, an eight-page section.

Well, just about everyone bought into it and here we are with an 18page section (see p.10) — and it probably could have been bigger.

People are on to this.

Governments at all levels, as well as agencies who work in this field, are stepping up with online counselling, Zoom support groups and mental-health “tool kits.” And then there’s the host of free mindfulness and meditation apps out there.

A lot of these services/features may have already existed, but what we’re seeing is a concerted effort to push them out and an even greater willingness to take them in.

Even businesses and organizations whose mission statements have nothing to do with mental health seem well aware they have an important role to play in helping keep the community on a path to wellness.

So, what’s this got to do with the

Great Depression?

Obviously, I wasn’t around in the 1930s — yes, obviously...quiet you.

However, my parents were both born in 1927 and have talked about how poverty was seen differently back then, because everyone was poor — and if they weren’t, it was largely thanks to a trick of fate.

In other words, what was missing was stigma.

People understood unique circumstances were impacting their lives.

And while personal agency mattered, an individual’s lack of employment wasn’t simply, “their own damn fault.”

It’s that freedom from stigma regarding mental health that we’re seeing right now — and it’s a beautiful thing.

When we reduce stigma we reduce barriers to healing. We enable people to talk, seek help and feel so much less alone.

As we move through this “echo pandemic” my hope is we do so with reflection and attention so that, long after a COVID-19 vaccine is found, we will have gained insights into the role of stigma and a genuine understanding of how entirely unhelpful it is to recovery.

The pace of news is unprecedented as we face the COVID-19 pandemic together.

See the Richmond News online at Richmond-News.com for the latest developments and updates that will keep you informed and keep your family safe.

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Trust issues with VCH Minoru project a joke Dear Editor, Re: “VCH responds to column,” Letters, May 21.

While I’m firmly in the camp of those inclined to trust the advice from COVID-19 disease specialists, the explanation given

by Dr. Meena Dawar for not testing asymptomatic people because of false negative results left me wondering about the logic being applied by Vancouver Coastal Health to the scientific facts.

While the number of false positive results is known to be very low, Dr. Bonnie Henry has explained that, “We now know that the false-negative rate can be as high as 30 per cent early on in infection.”

While missing 30 per cent of asymptomatic infected people is definitely a concern, it’s hard to fathom how that means we shouldn’t bother finding 70 per cent of the asymptomatic infected people who can unwittingly pass the infection on to others.

While we didn’t have to worry about them while they stayed at home, some asymptomatic infected people now want to ride public transport, dine in restaurants or play sports where players get close and touch the same ball.

Why not publish a list of such activities and ask those playing to voluntarily get tested?

We would find at least seven out of each 10 asymptomatic infected people and eliminate 70 per cent of potential disease transmission.

The argument against asymptomatic testing seems to be that the other three infected people would think they are not infected and act irresponsibly in a manner that would maximize the number of people they infect.

If so, it is because they have been told their test result is negative. They could instead be told their result is undetermined, which is what an unreliable negative result is.

The number of asymptomatic positive test results would also tell us how concerned we ought to be about asymptomatic disease transmission in Richmond.

The mayor and Coun. Au have protested the lack of information on COVID-19 transmission in Richmond being provided

by VCH. The reason given is that Richmond specific information might lull us into a false sense of security. It’s hard to imagine anything short of a vaccine would give us a sense of security.

John Roston RICHMOND

Dear Editor,

With the focus on COVID-19, a significant issue is not getting enough coverage.

In fact, it’s amazing how building the Minoru Centre for Active Living could drag on for so long without the city not being held to account.

This project was announced as “shovel ready” during the 2009 financial crisis in order to qualify for federal funding. The purpose of this funding was to get new projects underway as soon as possible to stimulate the economy.

I’m sure that some thought had been given to the need to replace the existing pool and seniors centre, but it became very obvious that it had not been formally planned and properly costed. Two public issues make this very clear.

After the project was started, a debate arose over the size of the pool. How could you plan and budget such a project if you didn’t know how large the pool is going to be?

As someone who uses the Minoru track on a regular basis, I watched as construction went months without any activity. The reason given by city staff for the delay was the weather and a worker shortage. I have lived in Richmond for almost 50 years and the weather was typical and hundreds of other projects were completed during this period.

During this time, I was in St. Albans, England, where a similar project was built. It involved removing an existing building and construction on a flood plain. From start to finish, it took less than three years.

It’s time council and staff admit the project was not properly planned and costed.

Floyd Murphy RICHMOND

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Pajo’s launches defence Alan Campbell ACAMPBELL@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

One of Richmond’s most popular fish ‘n’ chip spots is vigorously denying any wrongdoing after its ramp over Steveston Harbour collapsed almost three years ago.

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Pajo’s was hit last July with a lawsuit from three members of the Zanotto family, all claiming varying degrees of injury, suffering and financial loss when the gangway leading to the floating diner buckled on July 9, 2017.

The ramp unexpectedly folded in the middle, partially crashing 15 feet or so onto the surface of the water below.

The Zanotto family — Franco, Tina and Tatiana — initially sued Pajo’s, the landlord Steveston Harbour Authority and the federal Ministry of Fisheries and Oceans but have since dropped the latter two parties from the suit.

However, lawyers for Pajo’s last month filed a stiff defence of the Zanotto claims, saying they were in no way negligent and that any alleged injuries suffered by the family either don’t exist or are a result of pre-existing conditions.

Pajo’s denies the vast majority of the family’s claims, insisting that it had a “reasonable system of inspection and maintenance in place at all material times for the 50-foot long ramp.

“If the plaintiffs sustained any injuries, losses, damages or expenses as alleged or at all, these were not caused by the alleged incident, but are attributable to previous and/or subsequent accidents, injuries, illnesses, conditions or other...fac-

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The ill-fated ramp, which collapsed almost three years ago with four people on it. File photo tors...” reads Pajo’s response.

They further allege that the Zanotto family failed to mitigate their damages by “Failing to follow recommended medical treatment; Failing to return to regular employment as recommended or allowed and failing to take reasonable measures to modify their work environments to permit continued work.”

The Richmond News reported last July how the Zanottos, from Burnaby, were three of the four people on the ramp when it collapsed.

According to emergency services at the time, only one of the four was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

The court documents don’t state whether the person taken to hospital was one of the Zanottos.

None of the allegations in the lawsuit have been proven in court.

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The COVID-19 outbreak at Richmond Hospital is now over, according to Richmond’s medical health officer Dr. Meena Dawar.

Dawar provided the update Tuesday to the Richmond COVID-19 Community Task Force.

A list of active and recently ended outbreaks, posted to Vancouver Coastal Health’s website, notes that restrictions at Richmond Hospital were lifted Monday.

The outbreak, which was declared May 2, affected six people in total, four patients and two staff members, according to the B.C. Ministry of Health.

Dawar told the News last week the cases are in the medical ward, and not the surgical ward of the hospital and most likely wouldn’t affect the resumption of elective surgeries.

Across the province, 30,000 surgeries were cancelled in order to keep hospital space free for possible COVID-19 cases.

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Two-thirds opt out Parents angered by rules for private summer students of June classes Nono Shen NSHEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

A few Richmond parents are outraged that their children who attend private schools aren’t allowed to register for upcoming summer school courses until June 1, while registration has been open to public school students since May 13.

“As local residents, we pay the same amount of school taxes as other Richmond public school parents.

We should all be treated fairly,” said Betty Zhang, whose Grade 5 daughter and Grade 7 son were initially looking forward to attending summer school.

“They were also excited to meet new friends as they have been selfisolating at home for quite a long time,” added Zhang.

However, an email reply from the Richmond School District dashed their hopes.

The email forwarded to the Rich-

mond News by the parent explains, “Due to limited seats, Richmond Public School students will be able to register first. Non-Richmond school district students may register starting on June 1, 2020, as space permits.”

gone within a few days. There is a very slim chance of getting in after June 1,” she added.

The letter also notes that all programs will be delivered remotely and online, which, for one parent, makes the district’s policy of prioritizing public school students even more unacceptable.

So far, only one trustee replied, saying they would look into it.

“My understanding is that online courses can accommodate more students, since we don’t take any actual space. So, I don’t know why our kids suddenly lost their priority for registering for the summer program,” said Maggie Liu. In previous years, students from both public and private schools were allowed to apply for summer programs at the same time, so many parents weren’t prepared for this “sudden adjustment,” Liu explains.

“They should have at least consulted with us before making the decision. As we all know, the program seats are minimal — they can all be

Liu said she reached out to the mayor’s office and six school trustees in hopes of getting an answer.

“It’s not wise for them to make this decision. We hope the new policy is just temporary as children should have equal access to education,” said Liu. The school district explained the decision was made to adhere to guidelines from health authorities.

“In accordance with these guidelines, the district is limited in the amount of students that it can accept for summer learning programs,” reads a school district statement.

Trustee Debbie Tablotney explained on Facebook that the decision was “operational” — made by staff — and not a trustee decision.

“Why doesn’t the private system offer summer school for their students?” she added.

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Two-thirds of Richmond families have indicated they won’t be sending their children to school in June for a partial return to classrooms.

The Ministry of Education is allowing students in kindergarten to Grade 5 to return half-time to classrooms and those in Grades 6 to 12 to return 20 per cent, or one day a week.

In response to a survey, 64 per cent of families said they won’t send their kids back in June, while 36 per cent said they would.

At the end of April, there were about 50 students at Richmond schools; this number was up to 600 this week. (Although in-class instruction was suspended, the ministry allowed chil-

dren of essential workers and vulnerable students to be in schools.)

“What it’s allowed us to do is to test drive some protocols as we prepare for the broader return of students next week,” said Scott Robinson, superintendent of the Richmond School District.

Schools will be set up into two parts — one for instruction for those who attend in-person and one for those teachers teaching students who are still at home.

Students who choose to go back to school might attend their regular classroom, or they might have a different teacher and be in mixed classes, explained Robinson.

Secondary students will have instruction on a “tutorial basis,” he added, whereby students can sign up for assistance with teachers up to one day a week.

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City hatching backyard chicken plan During the discussion at committee, Coun. Harold Steves took issue with the legality of Richmond’s bylaw restricting where chickens are allowed in the ALR.

Maria Rantanen MRANTANEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

According to Steves, the Right to Farm Act allows chickens anywhere in the ALR and Richmond’s own bylaws are in contravention of this provincial act.

Joanne Fisher has been raising heritage chickens in east Richmond for dozens of years and, while she likes the eggs, she said just raising chickens brings her joy.

“Right now our bylaws are totally illegal — if anyone wants to have chickens in the ALR, they are allowed to it under the Right to Farm Act and they can have as many chickens as they want,” Steves said at last week’s committee meeting.

“There’s nothing like seeing their little happy faces when you go to feed them in the morning,” she said.

Fisher grew up on a farm, so producing her own food — eggs and organic vegetables — is something that comes naturally to her and she currently lives in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) on a property large enough for chickens.

Richmond city council is looking at allowing backyard chickens anywhere in the ALR — currently restricted in Richmond to properties larger than 2,000 square metres — as well as allowing them in single-family residential areas.

However, the backyard chicken issue has been known to ruffle the feathers of some residents, who have expressed concern about disease, noise and smell.

“You can see in other communities how this pits neighbours against neighbours — we don’t want that,” said Coun. Linda McPhail at a recent committee meeting.

McPhail said she wants community consultation on the subject before moving ahead. For example, how many chickens should be allowed and on what sized lots.

Cindy and Larry McPherson currently have nine black Australorp hens that eat their table scraps and produce fresh eggs every day for them. They know what their hens are

The city’s legal team is currently looking into the points raised by Steves, according to city spokesperson Clay Adams, and will address them when it comes back to council.

There are currently about 280 properties in the ALR that are under 2,000 square metres (about 21,000 square feet).

The item is expected back at council in early July.

Larry McPherson and his wife have been raising chickens for more than 20 years.

Maria Rantanen photo eating and what’s in their eggs, and they can put all their organics back into the land.

“Between (the hens) and the compost, we don’t have a green bin,” Larry said.

After 20 years, keeping chickens on their ALR property has become a routine and easy way to get eggs.

Eight municipalities in the Lower Mainland currently allow backyard chickens in residential areas, with varying limitations.

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Scaled down Maritime Fest to go ahead Maria Rantanen MRANTANEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Richmond city council voted to go ahead with the Maritime Festival after all — but with a reduced budget of $28,000 and a plan to hold it later in the summer with many virtual events.

The Richmond Arts Coalition (RAC) received a $65,000 grant to support artists at the Maritime Festival, but if it didn’t go ahead, they would have had to return it, explained Linda Barnes, RAC chair.

Council was looking at a recommendation from staff to cancel almost all community events with just a few running as virtual events, like Doors Open.

The Salmon Festival on Canada Day and World Fest are both cancelled as well as Farm Fest.

But the Maritime Festival survived the chopping block and will be organized over a period of several weeks in late summer — normally, it is held in July.

Barnes said they will plan the festival in the safest way possible considering restrictions on gatherings ordered by the provin-

cial health officer to keep COVID-19 from spreading.

Patios expedited Just a week after a motion came to council to allow expanded patio spaces for cafes, pubs and restaurants, the city is already working with some food establishments to allow them more room to ensure physical distancing.

An expedited process will be in place to allow these patios to expand temporarily until the end of September.

Meanwhile, the provincial government has loosened up its liquor licensing process, allowing businesses to expand their “service area footprint” until Oct. 31.

The restaurant industry has been largely shut down with no dine-in service allowed for several months as the province has grappled with preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Last week, these restrictions were eased, but restaurants still need to keep their tables six feet apart and can only allow up to six people in one grouping.

The temporary patio use in Richmond will allow these food and drink establishments to expand onto sidewalks and roads.

Local group tackles rise in anti-Asian racism Nono Shen NSHEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Meena Wong is not a conspiracy theorist, but she’s pretty sure it was because she’s Chinese that a particular patient refused to be seen by her.

To help turn the tide, Wong, along with others both within the local community and outside of it, have launched Civic Engagement Network Society of Canada (CENSC), with most members from Richmond.

Through CENSC, Wong is busy collecting stories of racist abuse and posting them online without naming the victims. It is by recording and speaking openly about seemingly small incidents that we can address the larger issue of systemic racism in society, said Wong.

Wong works as a facilitator with the Mental Wellness Education program at Vancouver Meena Wong Coastal Health. She was wearing a cloth mask to protect herself and others, but a patient refused to be attended by her. The patient later “Some people from the Chinese-Canadian went to another non-Asian colleague who community prefer to break big problems into was also wearing a non-surgical mask. smaller ones and ignore small problems — “It happened to me because I am Asian,” said Wong, who is not the only one sensing racial tensions growing in the community.

Last Friday, Vancouver police held a press conference to say they have investigated 29 anti-Asian hate crimes since the start of 2020, compared to just four in the same time period last year.

And that is just what’s reported.

Wong has also received numerous private messages via WhatsApp and WeChat from Asians sharing their experiences with racism.

“The actual number of racist attacks is far greater than what is reported to the police.

Many people in our community brush it off; they don’t feel comfortable sharing their experiences or asking police or other organizations for support,” said Wong.

they hope that they will one day disappear.

But I hope to encourage more people to reach out to our group for support and assistance in reporting racist incidents to the police.”

Wong notes that she also wants to clear up some misconceptions regarding Chinese-Canadian groups that are sometimes labelled as “Pro-China.”

“We are Canadians — we believe in equality, mutual respect and Canadian values as well. We are not here to pump up the influence of the Chinese Communist Party in Canada. We are here to educate newcomers about what it means to be Canadian,” added Wong.

To reach the group, email president@censc. net or go to Facebook.com/groups/CivicEngNet.

Richmondites asked to go all batty this summer Alan Campbell ACAMPBELL@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

There have been bat sightings all over Richmond, in the likes of Steveston, Terra Nova and even near the city’s works yard at Lynas Lane.

But there has yet to be confirmation of any specific numbers or, indeed, an actual bat roost, according to the BC Community Bat Program.

Which is why the “bat people” are asking for the Richmond public to help with this summer’s B.C. Bat Count.

The program organizers are well aware that the COVID-19 pandemic has shone a negative spotlight on bats, due to concerns over bats in B.C. carrying the virus.

However, that association “is a myth” according to the program as “bats in B.C. do not have or spread the SARS-CoV-2 virus responsible for COVID-19. Misinformation such as this can lead to unfounded fear and persecution of bats.”

In reality, bats are an “essential part of our ecology, consuming thousands of in-

sects each night. One colony of a hundred bats can eat 42 pounds (19kg) of insects during the summer.”

sites across the province, and hopes to monitor these sites and more for 2020.

The count data helps bat biologists understand bat distribution and normal variation in colony sizes before our bats face impacts from a devastating bat disease called White-nose syndrome.

Bats in B.C. suffer from many threats, and almost half of our 15 species are “at-risk,” according to the program.

A simple way to support bats is to participate in the BC Annual Bat Count, which starts June 1 and goes to Aug. 5.

The BC Community Bat Program is aware of more than 40 bat colonies in buildings, and 50 bat boxes in the Greater Vancouver area.

“We are asking homeowners with bat colonies to help us monitor their bat population,” said biologist Danielle Dagenais, regional bat coordinator.

“We are also in need of volunteers to help where homeowners are unable to participate. We are continually gathering information. If you know where bats are roosting in your neighbourhood, please send us an email at vancouver@bcbats.ca.”

Bat counts are easy, fun and safe for the whole family, according to the program.

“The counts are a wonderful way for people to get outside, respect social distancing guidelines and be involved in collecting

White-nose syndrome is an introduced fungal disease, fatal for bats but not for other animals or humans. Not yet identified in B.C., the disease continues to spread in Washington State.

The little brown bat, endangered in Canada, will use buildings and bat boxes throughout B.C. Photo by Jason Kazuta important scientific information,” added Dagenais.

“You simply wait outside a known roost site, such as a bat-box, barn or attic, and count bats as they fly out of their roost at twilight. Ideally, four counts are done during the counting season, with a priority of two counts in June.”

In 2019, the Annual Bat Count collected baseline data on bat populations at 337

Results from the Bat Count may help prioritize areas in B.C. for research into treatment options and recovery actions.

“We know relatively little about bats in B.C., including basic information on population numbers,” said Dagenais.

“This information is more valuable than ever, particularly if it is collected annually.

“If people want to get involved but don’t have a roost site on their property, we will try to match them with a roost site nearby.”

To find out more about bat counts or White-nose syndrome, to report a dead bat or to get assistance dealing with bat issues, visit BCbats.ca or call 1-855-9BCBATS ext. 11.

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Retired cop turns dumpster diver Alan Campbell

I’m like a heat-seeking missile. I find out who needs help and I seek them out. And I have a hell of a lot of fun doing it.”

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Earl Clapp gets up at 2 a.m. every day to go dumpster-diving.

Everything he finds gets donated to people in need.

Photo by Rob Akimow

Getting up at 2 a.m. every day to rummage through Richmond’s dumpsters might not be everyone’s idea of how to stay mentally agile and physically active.

But it is, quite literally, right up Earl Clapp’s alley and the near 77-year-old almost feels a little guilty to be having so much fun in retirement.

The former policeman has been spending his 21 years of retirement walking a very different beat than he did for most of his working life.

“All the goodies that I find I share with people there. I also have a knack for fixing things for people. How can you beat helping people?

Clapp, who lives in his own detached house in the Aberdeen area, wakes up about 2 a.m. each morning due to his body clock from working shifts all his life.

He has a coffee, watches a little TV, then heads out about 3:30 a.m. on his “rounds,” checking out the same dumpsters, one by one.

“If I find anything I get it sorted out in my carport right after,” Clapp told the Richmond News, adding that he usually gets back to his house about 5:30 a.m. and then takes his dog for a walk.

“Then I have breakfast and start on with

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the rest of the day, perhaps distributing what I found. Just the other day, I found two bags of shoes to distribute to the Downtown Eastside.”

Clapp then becomes a “normal” person, going to doctor’s appointments, banking and sometimes shares baking with others.”

All of his pre-dawn “raids,” however, are

not just for his own mental and physical wellness.

In fact, they’re all primarily geared toward Clapp’s chosen vocation in retirement — helping others.

“From the day I stopped serving in the police, I started a new life of helping people, collecting cans and whatever I could find to donate to people in need,” he said.

“I help absolutely anybody. I guess you can you say I’m a bit of a freelancer. I have a network of people I know to give stuff to, clothes to distribute and whatever else I find.

“And if people in the network also hear of anyone that needs those items, I get it to them. Even if it’s weeks down the line, I will remember that someone needed something, and if I find what they needed, they will get it.”

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Asking for help can be hard.

Myth: The callers to the crisis line are suicidal Fact: What most people don’t know is that suicide accounts for less than 5 per cent of calls on the Chimo line. A crisis can mean different things to different people and the lines are available for anyone who is going through a tough time. Whether it be someone who is feeling especially isolated or someone who is going through a family or relationship conflict – anyone who feels they need a listening ear are welcome to phone in.

Social isolation and anxiety are the two most common themes that are seen in most calls and especially at this time during the pandemic. People phone in because they’re worried about the changes they’re seeing locally and around the world. Concerns about health and finances are common issues that get brought up and staying at home is causing people to feel even more alone. With every call that comes in, Responders work towards helping people feel connected and calm by the end of the call.

We’re here to listen. Whether you’re far away from home, trying to cope with isolation or feeling anxiety, the Chimo Crisis Line is a confidential service that provides short-term emotional support.

Chimo’s Crisis Line at 604-270-7070, available from 8 a.m. to midnight, 7 days a week or 1800SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) and 310Mental Health Support (310-6789, do not add 604, 778 or 250 before the number), available 24 hours a day. visit www.chimoservices.com.

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Senior, 76, shuns Resources for devices to help older adults him remember The COVID-19 pandemic may make us feel confused, sad and anxious.

And even if Clapp doesn’t find the item in need, he sometimes goes out and buys it himself to give to the person.

nesses, but they’re kept in a kind of box (by society).

“I just tell them I found it…to spare their dignity,” added Clapp.

Asked if helping others — as well as dumpster diving — feeds into his mental wellness regimen, Clapp said, “absolutely.”

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Indeed, it was during a daily dumpster dive seven years ago that Clapp found, by accident, a place where his desire to help others was very much welcomed — Pathways Clubhouse.

“I was diving into this dumpster regularly and then realized the building next to it was Pathways…I went inside to see what was in there,” he said.

“From then on, I started to help out and I’ve been going seven days a week ever since.

“Those people (in Pathways) didn’t want to be born with mental health ill-

“We give those people a place to go every day.”

“It keeps my mind working and keeps me active.

“I don’t use any computers or devices to remind me about medication, I keep it all up here (his head). It keeps me mentally sound.

“I guess you could say I’m like a heatseeking missile.

“I find out who needs help and I seek them out. And I have a hell of a lot of fun doing it.”

Self-isolation may make us feel separated from some of the activities we used to do to help manage our feelings. It’s important to learn about resources and supports to help you take care of yourself and your family.

Virtual mental health supports

Virtual Mental Health Supports for COVID-19 are available for youth, adults, seniors and health care workers in British Columbia.

These services provide online mental health and substance use support. They include services such as virtual counselling, seniors volunteer services and crisis support.

If you are struggling with your mental health or experiencing a crisis, reach out now. Learn more about virtual mental health supports at Government of BC: Virtual Mental Health Supports for COVID-19.

Older adults

For older adults, self-isolation can be particularly challenging. You may have feelings of loneliness, isolation and depression. Social distancing doesn’t have to mean social isolation. Learning ways to connect with family and friends virtually can help. If you find that you are struggling with your mental health, reach out to your health care provider.

For more information on supporting your mental health during COVID-19, see: • Canadian Mental Health Association: Here to help • Canadian Coalition for Seniors for Mental Health: Tips for Battling Anxiety During this Public Health Situation • Government of BC: Managing COVID-19 Stress, Anxiety and Depression • BC Mental Health & Substance Use: Tips for supporting your mental health through the COVID-19 pandemic • Starling Minds: Managing stress & anxiety from COVID-19

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Seniors find humour in isolation

ic cut them off from the world even more.

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The drama group run by clinical counsellor Phyllis Chan (inset, right) is using Zoom video and light-hearted pokes at each other to combat isolation during the pandemic.

Photos submitted

A group of Chinese seniors is finding the humorous side of their isolation during the pandemic, thanks to the work of their clinical counsellor.

The 14-strong group — which gets together as part of a prevention initiative in the Chinese community to deal with addiction and mental health — would usually meet face-to-face with Phyllis Chan and also get involved in a bit of amateur drama.

However, due to the pandemic restrictions, Chan has had to corral the seniors into using Zoom conference video and Chinese social media app WeChat to act out their roles and communicate.

Their latest skit, said Chan, is very amusing, as it deals with COVID-19 and is a “kind of comedy connected to avoiding isolation.”

“One storyline is about a friend helping another to buy toilet paper and then, as a thank you, the recipient spends lots of time trying to buy toilet paper to give back,” said Chan, adding that “it was a

bit crazy” at the beginning getting the seniors to navigate through Zoom and social media.

“There are also lines in the drama about people wearing the masks the wrong way and also some jokes about the 7 p.m. cheer creating anxiety, as many of them are still cleaning dinner dishes and don’t know whether to go out and cheer or not.”

Chan said the group, and its dramas, focus on connections and avoiding isolation, such as the mentality that they’re “too old” to do anything new.

“They are a variety of people, a wide range of seniors. Some of them are lost.

They don’t have many friends…they use this (group) as a way to make friends.”

Many of them, added Chan, were already feeling isolated before the pandem-

“Yes, living alone, they don’t want to go out. They used to meet every day for dim sum, do volunteer work. Now they are stuck at home.”

With “phase 2” of B.C.’s recovery plan now a week or so old, the conversation in Chan’s group has turned to getting back out and about a little more.

However, not everyone is ready for such a leap, said Chan who, as well as working in the B.C. Responsible & Problem Gambling Program, has her own private practice.

“Some still feel worried, especially if they have health issues and a lot of their information comes from Asia, where the policies are very different.

“Some of them can’t wait to get together for lunch and get a haircut, but some are still cautious.”

Richmond Chinese Community Society In Support of Mental Health and we continue to provide support Pathways Clubhouse

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Course registration online is for members only.

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Anita DeLongis encourages people with social anxiety to stay engaged.

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Physically distancing and self-isolating — hunkering down at home in your safe space — have been effective tools in flattening the curve of COVID-19 cases in B.C., but for those with pre-existing social anxiety, it could mean a few psychological steps back.

As the province slowly re-opens, going back to work, school and day-to-day activities may become even more difficult for people with mental-health challenges like agoraphobia, the fear of being outside, explained Dr. Anita DeLongis, a professor of psychology at UBC. “If you have anxiety about engaging other people and going out in the world, if you’re socially isolated for a long time, it’s going to be a challenge to re-engage,” DeLongis said.

DeAngelis encourages people to reach out to others on a regular basis with some purpose or structured interaction, like a task, which can make it less anxiety-producing to engage with others.

“It’s really important to stay engaged,” DeLongis said. “If you find yourself retreating

and getting less comfortable with those interactions, I say make a date with somebody in your network.”

how all their activities took place — they closed their doors soon after health orders came down to limit social interactions.

New ways to connect with others have come to the forefront during the COVID-19 pandemic, like with the House Party app, video chatting and online games and activities.

The non-profit launched a virtual Facebook clubhouse, and organizers have done a lot of outreach work, for example, delivering meals to club members.

For Pathways Clubhouse, which serves people with mental-health issues and whose whole modus operandi is premised on social interaction and regular contact between members and staff, the pandemic changed

But people are still lonely and needing company, explained Pathways’ executive director Dave MacDonald.

Now, with the easing of restrictions, Pathways is trying to figure out how to re-open operations at their physical location on Gran-

ville Avenue, MacDonald said, but things won’t function the same way as before. They will have to see how many members can be physically present at a time and how to safely operate under provincial health orders.

They’ll also have to curb their displays of affection.

“We’re huggers — that ain’t gonna happen,” MacDonald said.

Some members are nervous to come back to Pathways Clubhouse, worried that it’s still not safe, MacDonald added.

DeLongis is concerned about the long-term effect the COVID-19 pandemic will have on people’s mental health even as society eases out of the most confining restrictions.

She previously took part in studies of other health crises, for example, SARS in 2003, and she is now part of a group of researchers conducting a survey of 7,000 people across the globe to measure their anxiety levels during the COVID-19 pandemic, how they’re responding and what’s most beneficial to their mental health, with weekly check-ins.

Early into the pandemic, however, the group of researchers realized this was going to be a big crisis and they added a post-traumatic stress disorder 5 (PTSD) scale into the survey.

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PTSD rates high in health care Preliminary results from their study seem to show that focusing on other people helps reduce anxiety, DeLongis said.

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During the pandemic, old routines have been disrupted, but it’s human nature to want to have control of one’s life.

Establishing new routines can help regain that sense of control, DeLongis said.

“When people integrate this strategy of ‘what can I do to help people in my network?’ — that’s when they seem to be able to refocus, get a new routine and move forward in a way that reduces their anxiety,” DeLongis added.

Banging pots at 7 p.m. for health-care workers makes people feel less helpless because they are showing support for those on the frontlines, DeLongis said.

It also makes them feel part of a community, she added.

Other examples of reaching out include delivering groceries to older

adults or reading to grandchildren online to give parents a break while engaging with young children – something her husband has been doing with their three-year-old granddaughter.

While those with pre-existing mental health problems are especially vulnerable during a situation like the current pandemic, DeLongis is also worried about frontline health-care workers thrust into the forefront of this crisis.

A pre-COVID study about emergency medical personnel showed this group struggled already with high levels of trauma, DeLongis said.

But she is especially worried about what this escalated situation will do.

“We saw very elevated levels of posttraumatic stress disorder in that group, which really surprised me how high the levels were,” she said.

“If they’re traumatized in their regular work lives, this is going to be a real challenge to manage.”

Learn coping skills News and information about the spread of COVID-19 is coming at us quickly. It can be hard to remain calm given all that is going on. Stress, anxiety and depression are not unusual for people of all ages. But there are things we can do as individuals and collectively to deal with stress and support one another during these challenging times.

Reach out Social distancing is important and will help control the spread of the virus. At the same time, it can also create even greater feelings of isolation, loneliness and sometimes depression. Use this time to connect in other ways...call those who are alone, connect with friends online and offer support to those who really need it. Offer a virtual hug over FaceTime or Skype.

Have calm conversations Maintaining a sense of calm, especially when talking to children, will go a long way toward easing their fears and uncertainty.

Provide age-appropriate, factual information and give them the opportunity to ask questions and share how they are feeling.

Practice self-care Build self-care into your day, even (and especially) as activities change and routines are disrupted. All the things you do to take care of yourself will help manage your stress.

And by taking good care of yourself, you’ll be better prepared to take care of others.

Some self-care ideas: Meditate Play a board game Practice deep breathing Take a bath Read about something other than the virus Cuddle your pet Start a digital detox Seek help You know your body and its signs of stress.

If you are having trouble managing your mental health, contact your healthcare provider and encourage those you love to do the same.

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grants feel hesitant to leave their homes due to fears that they might get attacked.

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Ahlay Chin (middle) and Ivan Pak (far right) said the Chinese community already faces a mental health crisis but the rise of racism has made it worse.

Nono Shen photo

The seemingly never-ending pandemic, combined with a spike in hate crimes targeting Asians has pushed some people in the Chinese community already struggling with mental health to “the tipping point,” said Ahlay Chin, founder of Richmond-based Community Mental Wellness Association of Canada (CMWAC).

“Many Chinese immigrants told me they feel like they’re fighting a war on two fronts, and the war still hasn’t ended yet. The ongoing battle makes them feel their mind has already reached the tipping point,” said Chin, who has spent the past 25 years trying to build a bridge of understanding about mental health within the Asian community.

Some Chinese immigrants have been anxious about their loved ones back home since the coronavirus first infected people in China in December before spreading to Canada, only exacerbating the anxiety.

Ivan Pak, a CMWAC member, recalled seeing a woman who emigrated from Wuhan — the initial epicentre of the outbreak in China — “having tears flowing down her face like a river escaping a dam” while talking to him.

“She was just sitting there crying. The memory is so vivid that we will never forget it.

Our first thought was we have to do something,” said Pak, and the team launched a weekly online support group via Zoom one week later.

The online support group has been running smoothly without technical issues for the past nine weeks, but Chin said they still face challenges due to the cultural stigma and sense of losing face many in the Chinese community feel about counselling.

“No matter how hard we try, we always

have more people listening than sharing their feelings during the online meeting. However, many texts flow into our phones to ask for mental health support after ending the session.

“In Chinese culture, we are told to not wash our dirty linen in public. This makes more people tend to hide their negative or unpleasant emotions inside,” said Chin.

Racism spike harmful to mental health: Pak Meanwhile, the rise of racism in B.C. creates an additional concern — many immi-

“The xenophobia creates mental health issues. I have received requests from people asking me what they should do if someone yells at them, ‘Go back home!’ They are always worried about their safety every time they go out,” said Pak, noting that the fear of experiencing racism is real.

Pak encourages immigrants to reach out for support from family members, friends and community support groups so as to not feel so alone. Although, he found some are more reluctant to share their fears with people who are non-Asian.

“Local support groups might need to adopt a different cultural approach while helping immigrants. But considering the language barrier, it’s going to be very hard,” said Pak. Pak still hopes people will speak up if they see something bad happening in the community.

“People from various backgrounds should come together to fight racism. We all need to care about it even if some of us haven’t personally experienced it yet.

“And for people who feel depressed, anxious or have problems with family members, we want to say we are here. Please don’t feel shy to ask for help,” said Pak.

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Mental health doc wins award

Looking for a way to kill oneself;

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Talking or writing about death, dying or suicide.

Hot Docs, the largest documentary festival in North America, recently announced that Richmondite Ying Wang won the emerging Canadian filmmaker award for her latest work The World is Bright.

The story, which follows the 10-year quest of an elderly Chinese couple who moved to Richmond to search for the truth behind their son’s death, sheds light on a wide range of current social issues, including immigration and the impact of mental illness among immigrant populations.

“I believe this film is even more relevant now as many of us have been forced into isolation in the past few months.

The current pandemic has

Warning signs of suicide Talk or threats to harm oneself;

Nono Shen

The 116-minute-long documentary becomes even more important and meaningful in this time of crisis, said Wang.

Less obvious signs that could mean someone is at risk: Increased substance use (alcohol/ drugs); Feelings of helplessness or hopelessness; no sense of purpose in life; Anxiety/agitation/uncontrolled anger; Unable to sleep/sleeping all the time; Quian Hui Deng (left) was devasted when he received a notice from the Canadian government that his son, Shi Ming Deng, had died and was buried in Canada. Filmmaker Ying Wang (right.) Photos submitted prompted a global mental health crisis as millions are experiencing loneliness, anxiety and grief at the sudden loss of loved ones,” said Wang.

“I hope this story can give us the strength to discover our own resilience and the assurance that we are not alone, but part of a greater whole.”

She notes that while the film offers audiences an intimate look into a couple’s painful experience, she hopes the story will empower and inspire people.

Wang, who came to Canada as an immigrant, said receiving the award at this time, when xenophobia is “raising its dirty head,” is particularly meaningful.

“It’s not only an affirmation of the film but a powerful recognition of an experience that’s shared by so many migrants and their families — myself included.”

A statement from Hot Docs reads, “The jury was deeply moved by this brave indictment of Canada’s immigration system, told through a tender portrait of the family, mental health and migration.

“The World is Bright is the kind of film Canada needs to make more often.”

Feelings of being trapped — like there’s no way out; Withdrawal from friends/family; Acting recklessly or engaging in risky activities, seemingly without thinking.

Resources: BC Crisis Centre provides emotional support, information and resources to all ages 24/7, 604-872-3311 or 1-800-SUICIDE Chimo Crisis Line provides emotional support and direct links to Richmond Mental Health Emergency Services, when needed to all ages, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., daily, 604-279-7070.

Stay Home, Stay Safe, Stay Strong

JAS JOHAL, MLA LINDA REID, MLA Richmond Richmond Queensborough South Centre 604-664-0700 604-775-0891 Jas.Johal.MLA@Leg.bc.ca Linda.Reid.MLA@Leg.bc.ca

No young person should feel alone right now.

It’s important we let kids talk about their worries and feel empowered to ask questions. There are many emotional well-being supports ports available to children and youth to help.

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Chow, an avid runner, said he is making sure to get some kilometres in each day and setting targets to help with discipline.

The COVID-19 pandemic has raised numerous questions about how to maintain our physical health and keep the most vulnerable members of our communities safe from infection.

Meanwhile, Ivey said the biggest thing she’s done for her mental health during the pandemic is saying “yes” to things she normally wouldn’t do, or revisiting hobbies she enjoyed in the past.

But, for many, the pandemic can also take a toll on mental health, and if you’re feeling more stress, anxiety, worry, depression — or are dealing with underlying or pre-existing mental health issues — you’re not alone.

That’s the message the Richmond News, along with Herbaland, wants to share with Richmondites as we all learn to navigate and adapt to this “new normal.”

“This is an opportunity for our community to hold hands together to address the issue of mental health,” said the News’ publisher Alvin Chow, “but at the same time, trying to be positive.”

To help bring the community together in this unusual time, the News and Herbaland are launching a contest — along with the News’ mental health feature in this week’s paper — asking people to share photos and tips of what they’re doing to help stay mentally well during the pandemic.

Running the trails near his home helps keep News publisher, Alvin Chow, mentally fit.

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From left, Herbaland marketing specialist Bruno Bonamigo, co-founders Aisha Yang and Musaraf Syed, and marketing lead and nutritionist Lin Ivey show off what readers can win if they tell us how they stay mentally/emotionally healthy. Photo submitted “I think that’s what we need right now – we’re all isolated physically, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t feel close to each other and connected in other ways,” said Lin Ivey, marketing lead and nutritionist for Herbaland.

“People are (also) still struggling with everything they would have if we had never come into this pandemic, so coming together and

Herbaland co-founder Aisha Yang said that it’s a clear social responsibility for the company to try to help and support the community during these difficult and unprecedented times.

The Richmond-based company has been donating gummies to frontline workers throughout the pandemic, to help give back to the community, said Herbaland marketing specialist Bruno Bonamigo. Through the campaign, the company has donated close to 20,000 bottles of gummies to frontline health-care workers across Canada.

Meanwhile, the fact that so many members of the Richmond community have collaborated on the mental health feature, said Chow, is a positive sign that there is “hope, there’s solutions and there is support (for mental health).”

The mental wellness contest will run from May 28 to June 14.

To enter, send a photo or video of what you’re doing to help stay mentally healthy during COVID-19 to contests@richmond-news. com. Each of the three winners will receive a $250 Herbaland immunity bundle ($100 gift card and $150 of product samples).

Chak Au, Richmond City Councillor 604-276-4134 cau@richmond.ca

mental health is important Steps to help you reduce your stress.

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Take Note Be Active Connect Keep Learning

Resources • Call 310Mental Health Support at 310-6789 for emotional support, information, and resources specific to mental health.

• Call Bounce Back toll-free at 1-866-639-0522 for people experiencing symptoms of mild to moderate depression, low mood, or stress, with or without anxiety.

• Access online and phone support through Foundry BC for young people ages 12-24.

• Call Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre at 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433) if you are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including thoughts of suicide.

1 in 100 PEOPLE LIVE WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA Through these challenging times, BC Schizophrenia Society (BCSS) is continuing to support families and caregivers of those affected by schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other serious mental illness.

Available BCSS Programs & Services: • Two Monthly Virtual Family Support Groups • Tuesday Talk Series (workshops on important topics for families) • One-on-one family support Many people feel isolated, and caregiving can add even more stress in these trying times. Remember, you can reach out to any one of our three Regional Educators. We are only a phone call away!!

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COVID causing youth anxiety spike their level.

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At the age of five or six, anxiety can look like ADHD, making it harder to figure out what is going on with children.

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But Ionita said if something is interfering with a child’s quality of life and they can’t do what they want to do and they’re retreating, these are clear signs “something is going on with this particular child,” Ionita explained.

Schools are organizing proms and graduation ceremonies on home screens to celebrate an important life milestone — but nothing virtual can really replace crossing the stage in front of peers, teachers and family to receive a high school diploma.

The most common mental health issues in children are anxiety, ADHD, conduct disorder (patterns of disruptive behaviour) and depression.

It’s just one important rite of passage young people are missing out on during the COVID-19 pandemic with large gatherings banned, schools largely shut down and travel restrictions in place.

Other losses child and youth psychologist Dr. Gabriela Ionita has heard about from her young clients is missing out on summer jobs and significant vacations, spending time with friends and the cancellation of competitions they’ve trained for all year.

How they survive these losses will depend on their prior resilience and coping skills, Ionita said.

In every crisis humans have faced, some people develop post-traumatic stress disorder or acute stress disorder from a crisis while others don’t, Ionita explained.

Richmond students were able to take part in a Canada-wide virtual prom held to replace actual graduation celebrations. The impact of missing out on certain rites of passage will depend on resiliency. Student Life Network photo Those who have good coping skills or who reach out for support during this crisis will do better, while those who dwell on the things that aren’t going well and making them sad will continue to struggle.

“It’s really how resilient were they prior to this situation because resilience doesn’t come from going through a crisis rather from hav-

ing coping skills to deal with the crisis,” Ionita said.

For children experiencing mental health, expressing it in words is much more difficult than for adults or even teens, Ionita explained, making it harder to pinpoint what children are experiencing.

Language needs to be adjusted to be at

One in four youth and children will have anxiety high enough that they need professional help, Ionita pointed out, but only 31 per cent of children actually get the mental health support they need.

For 11-year-old Owen, who struggles with different types of anxiety, COVID-19 has been a “childhood anxiety dream” living in his bubble, explained his mother Lindsay Goulet. But getting back to school and into the new normal is going to be a “grind.”

She recently took him out to a store for the first time in a while and it was eye-opening to see the plexiglass, the lines on the floor and arrows, marking changes to how people socially interact. M11

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“He sees the changes in the real world and then he has to process that,” Goulet said.

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If the kids are struggling to return to school now in June, that is not going to magically change in September.

“It’s a matter of slowly integrating him back and having lots of conversations to explain beforehand what (he) should expect to see.”

Goulet won’t send Owen back to school until September and she will spend the summer preparing him for re-entry, with counselling, breathing exercises and imaging — step-by-step imagining what going back to school will be like and what he might anticipate.

GABRIELA IONITA

To prepare for going back to school fulltime in September, anxious children need to start building up the skills now, and not in the fall when it’s time to go back, Ionita said.

“If kids are struggling to return to school now in June, that is not going to magically change in September,” Ionita said.

A big part of that is helping children understand why they want to avoid going back to school and the fact that avoidance will make it harder. “(We have to) help teach children when we feel afraid, we want to approach rather than retreat, and we do it in small steps,

that.”

Avoidance is what can exacerbate preexisting anxiety, and that is made so much easier during the pandemic.

Lindsay Goulet will spend the summer preparing her son Owen, who struggles with anxiety, to go back to school in September. Photo submitted

Ionita said her socially anxious young clients have been interacting with friends online, but they have not had to interact with the rest of the world and the current state of society isn’t forcing them to make outside connections.

then maybe by September, they’ll be ready face the vastness of school,” Ionita said.

“The more we isolate, the worse our mood gets, especially for people who are vulnerable,” she added.

“But they have to build the skills up for

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Help is out there for youth and families List of coping skills for youth and their families: 1. Connect with others, even just virtually 2. Reduce the amount of news children hear 3. Create structure for children 4. Take care of basics: sleep, diet and exercise 5. Instil hope by making post-COVID-19 plans 6. Use apps to breathe, relax and do mindfulness 7. Parents should engage in self-care to manage their stress 8. Turn to community resources: Kids help phone (1-800-668-6868), BCPA’s COVID-19 helpline 9. Parenting support at cmha.bc.ca/programs-services/confident-parents-thrivingkids 10. Seek help from professionals, like psychologists or counsellors

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Hours of operation

Contact

BC 310Mental Emotional support, inforHealth Support Line mation and resources

All ages

24 hours a day, 7 days/ week

310-6789 (no need to dial area code)

BC Crisis Centre

Emotional support, information and resources

All ages

24 hours a day, 7 days/ week

604-872-3311 or 1-800-SUICIDE

More tips, tools and coaching

Emotional support and direct links to Richmond Mental Health Emergency Services, when needed

All ages

8 a.m.-12 p.m.

604-279-7070

EASE (Everyday Anxiety Strategies for Educators) at Home program.

Community Mental Wellness Association of Canada (English/Mandarin)

CoVid-19 Pandemic Coping Support Line

Youth and adults

First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line

Emotional support and crisis intervention for Indigenous peoples

All ages

24 hours a day, 7 days/ week

1-855-242-3310

Kids Help Phone

Counselling, information, and referrals, and textbased support in English and French

Children and youth

24 hours a day, 7 days/ week

1-800-668-6868 or text: 686868 or

Emotional support, information and resources to the Chinese community in Mandarin and Cantonese

All ages

11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL)

Information and support on issues of abuse and mistreatment

Seniors

Youth In BC

Emotional support and information

YouthSpace

Organization

Service Provided

Crisis Lines

Chimo Crisis Line

S.U.C.C.E.S.S.

9:30 a.m.-11 p.m.

Info.cmwac@gmail.com

Wednesdays

604-721-3022

For parents of school-aged children in Grades K-, this is available 24/7.

Search for Everyday Anxiety Strategies for Educators on the BC government website.

WE Well-being program

https://kidshelpphone.ca/live-chat/ Available: 3-9 p.m.

Daily

604-270-8233 (Cantonese)

8 a.m.-8 p.m.

1-866-437-1940 or

Daily

604-437-1940

Youth

24 hours a day, 7 days/ week

604-872-3311 or https://youthinbc. com/ Available: 12 p.m.-1 a.m.

Emotional support and crisis intervention service

Youth under 30

6 p.m. to midnight. Daily

Chat or text to 778-783-0177

Mental health support that is free during pandemic only

All ages

24 hours a day, 7 days/ week

604-827-0847 or www.psychologists.bc.ca

Virtual educational programs to support social and emotional well-being in English and French.

For students (Grades K-12), parents and educators, this is available 24/7 online at we.org Youth wellness kit

604-270-8222 (Mandarin)

Counselling BC Registered Psychologists

Activities, tips and strategies to create calming routines, talk about difficult emotions and manage anxiety.

Daily

Stigma-Free COVID-19 Youth Wellness Toolkit www.stigmafreetoolkit.com, a new online mental health program developed by the Stigma-Free Society in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The non-profit organization aims to combat stigma and focus on mental-health education in order to create more inclusive and compassionate communities.

BounceBack is a free skill-building program designed to help adults and youth 15 and older manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered online or over the phone with a coach, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.

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“People start to heal the moment they are heard.”

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Richmond Stroke Recovery Centre is a group of stroke survivors, caregivers and volunteers that meet every Friday morning. We provide education, yoga/fitness, music and speech therapy to improve the physical and emotional aspects of life after stroke. We have received generous grants from City of Richmond, Fire Fighters and Telus. We encourage everyone to stay active in the community which promotes good mental and physical health, especially those after a stroke.

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CHIMO Community Services

Counselling programs & services

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9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. M-F

604-279-7077

Community Mental Wellness Association of Canada (English/Mandarin)

Daily mindfulness program Youth and adults via Zoom

9:45-10 a.m.

604-721-3022

Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) - Richmond

Provides a range of mental health assessment and treatment options

Intake day: Thursday 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., closed noon–1 p.m.

Family Services of Greater Vancouver

Fee-based and subsidized counselling as well as specialized trauma programs by referral.

Body and mind

Foundry

Youth 12-24 years

Staying physically active can be an important part of maintaining mental wellness. Although most gyms and fitness centres have been closed for weeks, people are finding other ways to keep they body and mind in tune.

Virtual drop-in counselling sessions by voice, video and chat to youth and caregivers

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- Online classes: YouTube can be a gold mine for free workouts and some cable service providers may have on-demand fitness channels.

- Social apps: Some gyms are live-streaming popular group fitness classes via Facebook.

- The great outdoors: Even though some parks, beaches and trails have been closed, jogging or walking can be excellent cardiovascular exercises, as can taking a bicycle ride.

- Pushups, situps, planks and other body weight exercises can be done in the backyard.

- Remote sports: A game of catch, volleyball or racquet sports over fences, with limits on participants and social distancing.

Children, youth (018 years) and their families

M-F 604-207-2511 or https://www2.gov. bc.ca/gov/content/health/managingyour-health/mental-health-substanceuse/child-teen-mental-health 604-874-2938 x4141 or counseling@fsgv.ca M & W: 1 p.m.-8 p.m.

Province-wide call 1-833-FØUNDRY

T, Th & F: 1 p.m.-7 p.m.

(1-833-308-6379) or in Vancouver call 604-283-2234 to book an appointment

Post-secondary students

24 hours a day, 7 days/ week

1-877-857-3397 or direct 604-6425212 or www.here2talk.ca

Addiction counselling and support services

All ages

8:30 a.m.-4:30 a.m. M-F

604-270-9220

Richmond Mental Health and Substance Use Services

Connections to mental health and substance use programs and services in English, Cantonese and Mandarin

All ages

24 hours a day, 7 days/ week

604-204-1111

S.U.C.C.E.S.S.

Clinical counselling

For clients who speak Chinese/Korean/Farsi/English

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

604-408-7266 (Intake)

Touchstone Family Association

Counselling services

All ages

9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. M-F

* Provide mental health education and information to affected Canadians and their families. * Offer a wide range of supportive and referral services such as counseling, advocacy and support to clients / consumers of mental health and their families. * Build support networks where people can share their experiences in a nurturing environment that promotes recovery and well-being.

M-F 604-279-5599 or Cantonese and Mandarin Inquiries: 604-207-5034

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Helping kids cope, virtually What is schizophrenia?

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The BC Schizophrenia Society has released a series of videos, titled “Caring for You,” to help children cope during stressful times, such as the pandemic.

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The BC Schizophrenia Society (BCSS) has released a new series of videos to help children cope during stressful times.

The 10-video series, geared towards children aged eight to 12, aims to explain to youth what mental illness is, healthy ways to express feelings and take care of themselves, and coping strategies for kids of parents who struggle with mental illness.

“During this time of physical distancing, we at BCSS are always looking for different ways to get tools and information into the hands of family members,” said the society’s CEO Faydra Aldrige.

“These videos are one way we are adjusting our Kids in Control program to reach children and youth with parents or siblings who live with mental illness.”

Each video highlights different topics, including how to make a self-care toolbox and what “caring for you” means.

“So many of us are experiencing mental health challenges during these unprecedented and unpredictable times, and

when one person in a family is struggling, everyone — including children — can be affected,” said Judy Darcy, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.

“These videos are a great way to empower young people to express how they are feeling, learn how to care for themselves, and ask for help when they need it now and throughout their lives.”

The society’s Kids in Control program was created to help children and youth to better understand their family members’ mental illness, and that they are not the cause of it.

Founded in 1982, BCSS is a non-profit organization supporting families and providing education to the public about schizophrenia and other mental illnesses.

Schizophrenia is a brain disease resulting from physical and biochemical changes in the brain, and is not caused by childhood trauma or bad parenting.

The disease tricks the brain and confuses an individual’s senses, making it difficult for them to tell the difference between what is real and what isn’t.

This particular mental illness affects one in every 100 people in the world with the onset of symptoms ranging from 15 to 24 years old.

Cognitive impairment, where someone has trouble remembering or learning things, is the main symptom of the schizophrenia.

Other symptoms include disordered thinking, changes in emotions, bizarre behaviour, paranoia, hallucinations and damage to short-term memory.

According to the BC Schizophrenia Society, 40 to 50 per cent of people with schizophrenia attempt suicide, with 12 to 15 per cent succeeding.

Although there is available treatment to help stabilize the condition, there is yet to be a “cure” for schizophrenia.

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“I remember when I was in Grade 5, I even asked for an emulsion blender … for my birthday.”

Despite a long-time career in the engineering industry, Eric Ho has never forgotten his first love and passion — baking.

Ho, a Richmond resident and owner of Little Fox Bakery, was a successful engineer for 13 years before he made the courageous career switch to pursue his passion in culinary arts.

“Towards the end of my 13 years, I kind of felt I was losing my interest in the field and struggled for nine months with myself wondering if I should leave or not for baking,” said

Work-related travel to Paris each year, said Ho, gave him exposure to European cuisine and “broadened (his) views and interest in French pastries.”

His travels, however, were not what pushed him to switch industries; rather, it was a growing interest since he was a child.

Ho told the Richmond News that he has always loved baking and cooking since he was young and would always watch cooking shows on TV after school.

After leaving his engineering career, Ho studied at the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts, with no experience in the food industry, and opened up his first bakery in Vancouver shortly

after graduation.

However, he sold the bakery after four years when his wife had a job change in 2018, which allowed Ho to open up his current shop, Little Fox Bakery, closer to home in Richmond.

Little Fox Bakery, which is located inside President Plaza, is known for its homemade croissants and was inspired from a plush toy fox Ho and his wife came across on their trip to Paris a few years ago.

“When I decided to take the plunge, I (knew I) was going to be okay if I failed because at least I knew I tried,” said Ho. “I probably would’ve gone back to engineering if the baking route didn’t follow through … but what I’m doing now is built on the experience from having my own engineering firm in the past and I’m thankful for it.”

Eric Ho, owner of Little Fox Bakery, took a leap of faith when he left a well-established career to pursue culinary arts. Photo submitted

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He’s lost about 10 per cent of his body weight, but nobody could be happier than Richmond kid Riley McCluskey.

The 12-year-old Lord Byng elementary student has just had removed the 10-pound circular, metal frame that had been drilled into his right leg for the last seven months.

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As reported in the Richmond News in March, the equipment was vital in lengthening the Riley’s limb, who has had fibular hemimelia since birth.

The condition causes his right leg to grow at a slower rate than his left, mainly from the knee down.

Riley McCluskey with the leg frame removed after seven months of it helping to lengthen his limb. Photo submitted

But that hasn’t stopped Riley from playing for his school basketball team on a regular basis and hockey for the Richmond Jets when he doesn’t have the OrthoPediatrics frame called “Orthex” attached.

ing, scooters, sports...until the bones are healed from where the pins were screwed in.”

“It was a big day for Riley today,” said his dad, Shawn, about the frame coming off.

The frame is used by podiatric and orthopaedic surgeons to treat complex fractures and bone deformities.

“Everything went well and Riley is doing great. He has to take it easy for the next six weeks. No basketball, skateboard-

At age seven, Riley was the first child to be lengthened with the frame at BC Children’s Hospital by Dr. Anthony Cooper.

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But a group of Richmondites have come up with an alternative way to mark the day — picking up waste around Richmond as a way to show their love of their city.

“We are just a group of ordinary people who try to live our best lives,” said James Wu, who launched the initiative to encourage people to go for a walk last Wednesday and pick up trash.

In China, May 20 is a special day to show love to someone you care about because the Chinese pronunciation for “five two zero” sounds similar to “I love you,” explained Wu. However, Wu thinks the current pandemic added a deeper level of meaning to May 20 this year.

“It’s during these uncertain times that we need to think big and do more things than ever before. Instead of showing love to our family members and friends, I think this could be a great opportunity for us to show appreciation to essential workers who sacrificed their time and safety.

“Walking in parks might make you feel like an escape from what’s going on in the world and picking up trash could be a good way to give back to the community,” said Wu, adding that a simple kind gesture can make a small difference to the city.

It isn’t the first time Wu has organized this event.

The “May 20” idea has been around for many years and has gradually become an annual tradition for many volunteers.

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The Minoru Seniors Society supports the City of Richmond and the local seniors’ community in flattening the curve of COVID-19 by continuing to suspend all in-person programs at the Minoru Centre for Active Living. While we recognize the impacts this has on our clients that rely upon these programs and services, the health, safety and wellbeing of our members, patrons and staff is our greatest priority. We look forward to seeing all of you again when Minoru Centre re-opens.

For up-to-date information and resources, visit: • www.minorucentre.ca for facility updates • www.richmond.ca/covid19 for affected City services and facilities • www.richmond.ca/connects for 55+ virtual opportunities

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SENIORS CENTRE AT MINORU CENTRE FOR ACTIVE LIVING 7191 Granville Avenue, Richmond, BC Phone: 604-238-8450 • Fax: 604-718-8462 email: seniors@richmond.ca www.richmond.ca/seniors www.minorucentre.ca

Hours of Operation:

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This program matches seniors in need with those who can provide help. The available services for seniors include: • Picking up groceries and prescriptions (delivery charges are being waived during this time) • Prepared meal delivery–vegetarian and kosher meals available • Friendly check-in phone calls • Senior Peer Counselling • Family and Friend Caregiver Hub Registration is now available through Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives by calling 604-279-7020.

WELLNESS CHECK-INS

The Seniors Coordinators and staff at all Richmond community centres are This take out service—for all ages—is making every effort to connect with being offered at the Seniors Centre at Richmond seniors by phone during Minoru Centre for Active Living, Monday this time. If you or someone you know through Friday from 10:00am to 2:00pm needs extra support, the Seniors (closed statutory holidays). The daily Wellness Coordinator, Tanya Fitzpatrick menu can be found online at is providing resources and information www.minorucentre.ca/cafeteria. to seniors and their caregivers over the phone.

Call 604-238-8460 Monday to Nutritious fresh and frozen items include Friday from 8:15am to 5:00pm or email $7.35 entrees, $3.15 soups and limited seniors@richmond.ca. baked goods. Simply knock on the west doors (near the cafeteria) or call the

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All facility passes will be extended to cover the amount of time that facilities are closed. When the facilities re-open, the additional time will be added to memberships. This includes monthly and annual passes for fitness centres, Richmond aquatic facilities and other facility-specific passes.

The Minoru Seniors Society invites its members to donate the unused portion of their Minoru Seniors membership to the Minoru Seniors Society to ensure the Society can continue to provide important programs and services to seniors in the community.

The Minoru Seniors Society may extend individual memberships upon request.

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.

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Regular program registration has been suspended until a re-opening date is known for the City community centres, arts, culture and heritage facilities, ice arenas and pools.

LEGAL CLINICS

The in-facility clinics offered in partnership with Seniors First BC are currently cancelled until further notice. If legal assistance over the phone is required, call 604-336-5653.

RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY

Although the library remains closed, there are many services that can be accessed online including how to navigate digital devices. Call 778-837-6896 to book a one-to-one phone appointment and get answers to your questions about using your laptop, smartphone, e-reader or tablet.

For more information on all of the online services, resources and programs now available to Richmond Public Library card holders, visit https://rpl.yourlibrary.ca/ or call 604-231-6413.

SOCIAL

Social activities can improve moods and enhance cognitive functions while reducing loneliness and isolation. Feeling connected to friends, family and the community is more important than ever. While physical distancing is required, following are a few ways to maintain social connections during this time: • Phone a family member or friend for a social catch up.

Although instant messaging is quicker, nothing replaces a warm voice and speaking to someone in person.

• Write a hand-written letter or send an email to a loved one including photos.

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Financial help for Seniors during the Pandemic; A summary Introduction Last weekend, the outstanding Globe & Mail Columnist, Jamie Golombek, wrote an article about Seniors’ eligibility for special Federal Government financial assistance during these difficult times. Given the importance of the topic and, as it is unclear how many people saw the article, I propose to discuss the topic now.

The overriding financial concerns for Seniors seem to be first, the loss of value in their investments because of the drop in the stock market.

Second, recent costs of living have probably increased for many seniors. I expect, in addition, that some may have even lost income in the last two months and others may have had to assist other members of their family.

Regardless the reasons, Seniors need to know what financial assistance is available to them. Finally, because programs change and new programs are introduced seemingly regularly, it is imperative to stay informed as best you can.

Tax Returns and Payment The Federal Government has extended the deadline for the filing of tax returns. Normally, it is April 30th. This year, it is June 1st. However, even if a Senior has already filed their tax return, CRA may not have assessed it yet. So, GIS benefits Seniors may be receiving will continue, until September 30th. Therefore, it is important to file your tax returns as soon as possible, so that they can be assessed and GIS payments continue without interruption.

If any tax is due by a Senior, payment can be made as late as September 30th.

But any program (such as GST rebates or OAS claw back) that is at least partially dependent on Seniors’ income levels, makes it urgent that the tax return be filed as quickly as reasonably possible, so that CRA will know the income.

Old Age Security and Guaranteed Income Supplement (“GIS”) Benefits OAS is available to any Canadian 65 years of age or older, provided they meet residence (and legal status) requirements. The OAS can now be deferred and the longer the deferral, the higher the monthly benefit (until age 70). The OAS benefit is taxable income and the current monthly maximum is $614, where the benefit is started at age 65. The claw back of money by CRA happens where the Senior’s income exceeds $79,000 per year. The claw back is total at an income level of just over $128,000. The GIS is added to the OAS, as a non-taxable benefit. The current maximum monthly GIS benefit is $916. However, it gets reduced if the Senior’s income exceeds $18,600. It is fully erased if the Senior’s annual income exceeds $40,593.

Earlier this month, the Federal Government announced a one-time $300 benefit (tax free) to Seniors eligible for the OAS. A Senior also eligible for the GIS will receive an extra $200. Seniors will receive the funds electronically or by cheque. These benefits, if received, do not need to be reported next year in your tax returns. I would expect that payments will come in the next month or so, although no date has yet been provided by the Feds.

The Canadian Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) Self-employed Seniors who earned at least $5,000 in the last year are eligible for the CERB. Under the program, a taxable benefit of $2,000 is paid to the Senior, including those who have lost income due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, every 4 weeks for up to (at present) 16 weeks. Eligibility for this benefit is not affected by the level of pension income a Senior may be receiving.

RRIF Withdrawals By the end of the year a person turns 71, she or he must convert any RRSP they own to a RRIF (or they may choose instead to buy a registered annuity), if they want to continue their income deferral. In a RRIF, there are minimum annual withdrawals, which typically start at 5%, rising as the person ages. This year, the Federal Government has reduced the minimum withdrawal to 4% from 5% (a 25% drop). This is being done in order to recognize the impact on the savings of many seniors, in light of market volatility, which has reduced the value of many Seniors’ savings.

Seniors will now not be required to take more of their assets annually than they want to (in order to preserve value).

Conclusions Mr. Golombek concludes by raising the issue of promises made in last years’ election by the Prime Minister. Those include a 10% increase to OAS benefits in the year a Senior turns 75, as well as a 25% increase in CPP survivor benefits (which, in my respectful view, is overdue). We have not received word on these promises but it is perhaps understandable in our circumstances. There has also been some discussion about allowing some tax free withdrawals from RRSPs (by repayable, interestfree loan) but nothing conclusive has been delivered to us yet. Seniors are advised to keep informed, seek advice where necessary, and apply for any eligible benefits.

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FITNESS

While the Minoru Centre for Active Living Fitness Centre remains closed with exercise classes suspended, there are still ways to remain fit and active at home. Consider concentrating on these three areas:

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Emotional and cognitive health is an important component to overall wellbeing. Try these tips to help stay connected, active and healthy while staying at home.

• Maintain a regular routine as much as Mobility: possible.

• Take a few daily walks inside or outside if you are able to do this safely. Using a • Take breaks from watching the news. walking aid, count steps and keep track • Try a new recipe.

• Eat healthy meals but don’t forget of the number to try to increase by some treats too! one or two steps every time.

• Play some favourite music and dance.

Muscle and bone strengthening: • Open the windows for fresh air.

• Stand up and sit down 10 times a day • Find and download some free to keep the lower body strong. Pick up meditation or mindfulness apps. a soup can and lift and lower bending • Continue learning with the Richmond and lengthening at the elbow joint.

Public Library’s online services that include accessing magazines, Balance: newspapers, study guides, podcasts • Sit or standing lifting one foot off and more, all for free from the floor and hold for 10 seconds. If http://rpl.yourlibrary.ca/. standing, hold on to the counter or walker and shift weight side-to-side Continue to check the City’s website 10 times. (www.richmond.ca/covid19) and social media channels for the most up-to-date Limit sitting time, take regular stretch breaks and move around often. Remember information on facility openings. We look to try a new position after 20 minutes and forward to seeing you again soon.

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EVENTS AND VIRTUAL PROGRAMS

THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2020

OVER 90s FANCY HAT CHALLENGE AND VIRTUAL TEA PARTY

SENIORS WEEK JUNE 1–7: MOVE, GROOVE & IMPROVE

Saturday, June 6, 1:00–1:45pm

MAYOR’S GREETINGS

SENIORS WEEK PHOTO CHALLENGE

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For those 90+ years, get creative and The City of Richmond and its community decorate a hat with items found at home to then show off on this online partners invite those 55+ years to Zoom party. Join Minoru staff and participate in a full week of fun and Board members in this fun challenge as engaging virtual activities featuring recreational and educational opportunities a “cuppa” is raised to salute those 90+ to keep seniors and their families healthy, years old. Email a photo of you and your fancy hat to seniors@richmond.ca be active and connected. Find all details at entered for a prize. www.richmond.ca/seniorsweek.

Monday, June 1, 10:00am

Watch Mayor Malcolm Brodie on YouTube officially open Seniors Week in Richmond. Find the link at www.richmond.ca/seniorsweek.

STEEL DRUM BAND

Monday, June 1, 1:00–1:45pm

Kick off Seniors Week with a live performance on Instagram by a member of the Tropitonics Steel Drum Band.

Relax in your favourite at-home spot and enjoy the soulful soothing sounds of the Caribbean with a variety of songs from popular oldies to current hits. All ages encouraged to watch.

Monday, June 1–Sunday, June 7

Show us how you are moving, grooving and improving during Seniors Week.

Snap a picture while you are out for a walk, show others a favourite hobby or how you’ve been staying active.

Post the photo on your Instagram account, tag @funrichmond and use #RichmondConnects to be entered in a prize draw at the end of the week.

All activities this year are offered online and through social media channels with easy-to access links and more information found at www.richmond.ca/seniorsweek.

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Right across from prestigious Sunnymede & neighboring the very regal Huntley Wynd. 4,997 sqʼ (50ʼ x 100ʼ) lot with W backyard. 2,710 sqʼ extensively renovated family home.

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$429,900

STEVESTON - NAUTICA NORTH SPECTACULAR MARINA & COURTYARD VIEWS

Come see the fantastic views from this totally immaculate TOP FLOOR 2 bedroom PENTHOUSE that overlooks the marina, boats, inner courtyard and water features of Nautica North! This suite features 12’ vaulted ceilings and has been upgraded with laminate floors, granite countertops, newer paint, Bosch washer/dryer and dishwasher. This bright, south facing home is efficiently laid out with 757 SF and comes complete with insuite storage and 1 secured parking spot close to the elevator. Pets and rentals are allowed with restrictions. All of this in a well-managed strata with a live in caretaker that is just steps to the river, boardwalk, off leash dog park and Steveston Village.

#417-12633 No. 2 Road PRICE REDUCED

$739,000

LARGE 8696 SF LOT

$1,300,000

SEAFAIR BUILDING LOT

2 MASTER BEDROOMS + AUTHORIZED 1 BEDROOM SUITE

Great opportunity to own this prime 8696 SF lot in the popular Seafair subdivision!

This 3 bedroom split level property has 1.5 bathrooms, family room and a single garage. The house is very liveable with a 10 year roof and 4 year furnace but the value is mainly in the land. Hold or build your dream home of up to 3858 SF plus a triple car garage. Many new homes in the area & next door. Seafair is located in a very convenient West Richmond location that’s close to Seafair Mall, Hugh Boyd Secondary , James Gilmore Elementary & just steps to the Dyke.

Brand New & totally stunning 4517+ sq ft 6 bedroom home with 7.5 baths, 2 master bedrooms and a 1 bedroom side suite on an huge 74’ x 173’ = 12,702 sq ft lot with a South back yard. Custom built quality & finishings with 10’ ceilings on both floors, high ceilings in the living room, entry & family rooms and an extra large open kitchen with top of the line stainless steel appliances. Everything you would expect including: Air Conditioning, quartz counters all around, large media/games room, 2 luxurious master ensuites, Nest thermostats, BI speakers, triple garage and auto sprinklers. All this on a beautifully landscaped fully fenced lot with a built in basketball court.

8060 Elsmore Road

7680 Steveston Hwy

3 PARKING SPOTS

UNOBSTRUCTED RIVER VIEWS

$799,800

$838,000

3 BDRM+ DEN SUBPENTHOUSE

PENTHOUSE W/ 2 BDRM & DEN

3 BDRM CONDO W/LARGE PATIO

$3,288,000

HUGE 73ʼX 174ʼ = 12,702 SF LOT

Rarely available! Amazing 3 bedroom condo located at Richmond Centre Mall! This super wide & bright floor plan offers 1116 SF of spacious living in a concrete hi-rise and features large expansive windows, air conditioning in the master, new laminate floors, new paint, new 3rd bedroom window wall, granite countertops, 2 full bathrooms, insuite laundry, 2 parking spots (tandem) and a huge 270 SF patio off the living room. Great well-run complex with party room & private garden. Just steps to everything including Rmd Centre Mall, banks, Canada Line, buses, restaurants, coffee shops, farm market, London Drugs, Minoru Park & Centre for Active Living & more!

Penthouse living at its best! This top floor corner 2 bedroom+den at RIVA 1 offers amazing N, S & W exposures, 1085 SF of spacious living plus 3 large decks that add 475 SF outdoor space to your year-round enjoyment! It’s just 5 years young and includes the use of 3 parking spots and 1 locker.

Featuring hardwood floors, KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, flat panel wood cabinetry with soft-closing hardware, quartz countertops, dual air cooling / heating system, 2 full bathrooms and insuite laundry. Rentals & 2 pets ok. Excellent recreation facilities include an indoor pool, fitness centre, theatre room, study room & concierge services. All this in a fantastic central location cls to Lansdowne Mall, Canada Line, T&T Supermarket, the Olympic Oval & the Dyke trails.

Totally unobstructed RIVER, mountain and inner courtyard views from this NE corner SUBPENTHOUSE unit at the RIVA! This rarely available 3 bedroom + den offers 1169 SF of spacious living is just 4 years young. Features 10' ceilings in the living area, open kitchen with KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, hardwood floors, flat panel wood cabinetry with softclosing hardware, quartz countertops, dual air cooling / heating system and 2 bathrooms. Comes complete with 3 balconies, 2 parking, 1 locker & 1 designated bike storage. The future green space directly in front will only enhance the outlook. Rentals & 2 pets ok. Excellent amenities include an indoor pool, large gym, hot tub, sauna, steam room & concierge services. Just steps to T&T Supermarket, banks, restaurants...

#601-7878 Westminster Hwy

#718-5399 Cedarbridge Way

#625-5311 Cedarbridge Way

NEAR YVR AIRPORT

$24/SF

EXECUTIVE OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE

SOUTH AIRPORT TERMINAL $24/SF

Excellent opportunity to lease office space between the Airport & West Richmond.

Office space of 615 sq ft on second floor is available. Easily accessible from Central Richmond. All-inclusive gross lease rate of $24 per sq ft includes property taxes, heat, air conditioning and electricity.

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Excellent opportunity to lease prime office spaces in a central location between the Airport & West Richmond! Great for those who want professional, flexible office space of 816 SF at a reasonable cost. Access to a huge executivestyle lounge & boardroom at discounted rates are also available to all occupants in the building.

The all-inclusive GROSS lease rate of $24/SF include property taxes, heat, air conditioning, lights & water. Call Austin & Anita today!

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RE/MAX Austin Kay Realty & RE/MAX Anita Chan Realty - * #110-6086 Russ Baker Way, Richmond BC V7B 1B4

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$1,898,000

5220 Hummingbird Drive

One of the prettiest homes in Westwind. Gracious and beautifully maintained 5 bedrooms, plus GAMES room situated on a gorgeous CORNER LOT with mature landscaping and cedar hedge. Bright entrance with a skylight and large foyer. Spacious living room with marble fireplace mantle and views to the garden, currently used as a home office. Fabulous layout: 2 staircases, 3 full bathrooms and large principle rooms with lots of natural light. Bright kitchen.

Private, eastern exposed backyard with raised wood deck and interlocking brick patio for entertaining/barbecuing. Updated, thickshingle cedar roof with leaf guard gutters. Raise your growing family in this pristine home with an xl garage, ample STORAGE, an excellent school catchment, all in one of the most beautiful neighbourhoods in Richmond.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

NEW LISTING

$1,698,900

8300 Pigott Road

Pride of ownership is obvious in this charming, original-owner rancher on a gorgeous 66 x 133 lot with a sunny southern exposed backyard. Incredible opportunity to own this 3 bedroom, 1 bath home with enormous detached double car garage and beautifully landscaped backyard. Blueberry bushes, a rose archway, azaleas and many more flowers and shrubs adorn the private backyard. Home has been lovingly cared for, has original hardwood floors, tons of storage off the eat-in kitchen in the massive pantry and shows beautifully. Live in, rent out, build your dream home, the options are many. Please view the photos, floor plan and video tour for more details.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

NEW LISTING

$439,000

$898,900

#16-12351 No. 2 Road

Terrific END UNIT in popular, upscale, Southpointe Cove. Well-kept townhouse with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms and a sunny south west exposure.

Spacious great room concept with living/dining opening into the chefʼs kitchen with s/s appliances and island. Master featuring walk-in closet and well appointed en suite. Exterior features hardy plank siding. Neutral paint colour and laminate flooring throughout. Double car tandem garage.

Family friendly, in a great school catchment, live the Steveston lifestyle.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

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#203-5860 Dover Crescent

Fantastic, freshly painted 1 bdrm, 1 bath unit at Lighthouse Park, the only concrete building along Dover Crescent.

Facing the quiet courtyard and opening onto a huge 181 sq ft partially covered deck with winter views to the river, this unit has a peaceful outlook with a great outdoor space.

Inside find a large living/dining room with cozy gas fireplace with laminate flooring. Spacious bedroom. Kitchen with extra large pass through and brand new stainless steel appliances. 1 parking, easy access to YVR, the Oval, dyke trail system and T & T. Amenities include a gym. More information available at www.pattimartin.com

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

CHATHAM 3755 - Steveston Village

2 bed, 2 bed + den and 3 bed + den floor plans available in this exciting new build, designed to capture the heritage quality of Steveston Village. Suites have 9ft ceilings, elegant crown molding, wideplank wood floors, forced-air heating & cooling with radiant electric heat in the master ensuite. Kitchen has gourmet s/s appliances, ceramic tile and eating bar. Neutral elegant designer finishings with a timeless-modern feel. Laundry room has side by side washer/dryer and storage. Breathtaking shared rooftop deck with 360-degree views stretching from the Fraser River to the North Shore Mountains.

Make the move and start your Steveston Village lifestyle—amenities, shops, restaurants, services all at your fingertips. More photos, floor plans and video available online at pattimartin.com.

Patti Martin 604-317-7768 / Adam Wachtel 604-315-2746

$319,000

#108-7300 Moffatt Road

$1,498,000

11620 Pintail Drive

West facing 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit conveniently located in the core of Richmond at popular Ashford Place. Wood burning fireplace in the living/dining area, large balcony, galley kitchen, updated bathroom. Enjoy the fabulous shared amenities including exercise centre, squash court, outdoor pool and hot tub. Easy walking distance to Minoru Park, the Centre for Active Living, Skyrtrain and shopping.

Great family home located in desirable Westwind perfect for a growing family. 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms. Private, fullyfenced east facing backyard. Excellent school catchment, quiet neighbourhood of new builds and nicely maintained homes. Your opportunity to own a great home in a fabulous neighbourhood.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

$438,000

$799,900

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#203-5411 Arcadia Road

Immaculate and fully renovated, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home set in a convenient location close to Kwantlen Polytechnic, shopping at Lansdowne Mall and the new Garden City Lands. Welcome to popular Steeplechase, the perfect place for you to make your next home. Updated galley kitchen with glass backsplash, granite counters, maple cabinets, undermount lighting and plenty of storage. All flooring has been updated as well with laminate throughout the 2 big bedrooms and living areas. East facing unit with pretty outlook to the treed street. Spacious rooms, generous in in-suite storage. This complex allows rentals (no short term rentals) and has a lovely outdoor pool for summertime fun.

Maintenance includes heat and hot water. Check out the virtual tour at pattimartin.com today!

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

#107-10788 No. 5 Road

Welcome to The Gardens, South Richmondʼs most soughtafter master-planned urban village built by Townline Homes.

This rare, 3 bedroom concrete home features over-height ceilings, air conditioning w/ heat-pump, modern kitchen with SS appliances, quartz counters, radiant heat in the master bathroom and an expansive wrap around patio with impressive views of the adjoining 12-acre nature park with lovely water features and an abundance of walking trails ready to enjoy. Conveniently located Ironwood shopping and setback from the corner of No. 5 Road and Steveston Hwy makes your commute a breeze.

Adam Wachtel 604-315-2746

$3,288,000

$1,498,000

4260 Coldfall Road

Excellent opportunity to own a beautifully maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home in a quiet West Richmond neighbourhood situated on a large south exposed 66 x 140 lot with mature landscaping and fully fenced backyard Beautifully renovated kitchen, high quality cabinets, stainless steel high end appliances, fresh paint, tile floors and all other flooring up is original wood. This reverse plan home offers potential for a suite downstairs with a huge rec room/ large in home office and bedrm on the main floor. Spacious rooms easily reconfigure to suit your own needs. Internet connections in every room. Single carport and additional driveway parking, even potential spot to charge your electric vehicle. A fantastic opportunity to live in, rent out or re-build. For video and more information please go to pattimartin.com.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

$646,900

11440 Pelican Court

Right out of a magazine! Spectacular, one of a kind, custom-built home located in a quiet cul-de-sac in prestigious Westwind. One of the last "LUC" homes, featuring almost 5000 sq ft over 3 levels with a fabulous floor plan including great room concept living/dining room, gorgeous white kitchen with massive island and Wolfe stove with butlers pantry, huge family room all opening onto the professionally landscaped southern exposed backyard with fire pit, pergola and heaters. One bdrm on the main floor, 4 more with ensuites up, Including the spacious master with walk-in closet and spa like ensuite. Office and flex space on second floor, plus huge games/ recreation room on the third floor, perfect for a growing family.

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FULLY RENOVATED - this stylish 2 bedroom and 2 bath CORNER unit in Central Richmond boasts over 1,200 square feet of spacious and functional living space with open concept. Custom kitchen cabinetry with farm style sink, under-cabinet lighting, stainless steel appliances, 12mm laminate flooring, Italian tiles, custom cabinetry in bathrooms, double sinks in master ensuite, new pot lights, crown moulding throughout and so much more. Facing quiet side of the building (away from Gilbert) and not on ground level. Walking distance to all amenities such as the new Minoru Aquatic Centre, Richmond Centre, Skytrain & transit. Top ranking school catchment: Ferris Elementary & Richmond Secondary. 1 Parking & 1 Locker included. No pets. Don't miss this urban gem ! Schedule your private showing today.

#123-7531 Minoru Boulevard

Andrea Chu 604-338-6600

RE/MAX Westcoast, #110-6086 Russ Baker Way, Richmond, BC V7B 1B4 / Tel: 604.273.2828 / Cell: 604.317.7768 / Fax: 604.284.1581 / Email: patti@pattimartin.com Each office independently owned and operated.

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Large corner two bedroom and den unit with huge wrap around deck in Hamilton Village phase one. Featuring a state-of-theart amenity space with pool, gym, hot tub, and multi-purpose room, plus a communal garden and courtyard patio perfect for summer barbeques. At Hamilton Village, you're steps from high street shopping, public transit, and a walkable village life, all connected to peaceful trails.

PELICAN POINTE in Riverdale - Lovely & bright west-exposed unit with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom 700 sq ft. Overlook the courtyard with partial river and mountain views from your private balcony. Large master bedroom and open concept living & dining area with cozy gas fireplace. Stainless steel kitchen appliances, newer carpet and interior paint make this home move-in ready. 2 Pets and RENTALS ALLOWED. Close to the Dyke & River, Dover Park, Olympic Oval, YVR, Terra Nova and easy access to shopping, transit and Vancouver.

Right in the heart of Steveston, this 3 bdrm plus den home is mere steps away from the boardwalk and everything you need! Village shops, wine bars, fish and chips and Community Ctr are at your feet.

This home features hardwood floors, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, newer stove, microwave + washer. Enjoy the covered back patio or your front yard and a two car garage (with lots of storage above) off the lane.This is your chance to be in the location of your dreams- call now to view.

Priced at $648,800 Gloria Andrews 778.892.7712

Priced at $425,000 Dave Van Hoeke 778.388.1965

Priced at $1,468,800 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.218.4800

OPEN SATURDAY/SUNDAY 2-4PM #9-5071 STEVESTON HIGHWAY

OPEN SATURDAY/SUNDAY 1-4PM #204-23233 GILLEY ROAD

OPEN SATURDAY/SUNDAY 12-4PM #201-12088 3RD AVENUE

The Roderick in Steveston Village is Richmondʼs most exciting new development. This home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms in just over 1,300 SF, a gorgeous gourmet kitchen with six top of the line appliances, and two outdoor areas, one east-facing entry patio and one west-facing balcony with water views. Youʼll want for nothing at The Roderick, located in the heart of Steveston Village just steps to coffee shops, restaurants, shopping, trails, Steveston Community Centre, and home to an impressive, new Save-On-Foods.

Priced at $1,119,900 Sean Lawson 604.240.4837

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #1-6100 WOODWARDS ROAD

This home at Stratford Green in the desirable Woodwards neighbourhood offers over 2,000 SF of living space on two levels with 2 beds + huge den on the main floor. The separate dining, eating area, living spaces plus the private, two-car garage make this feel more like a detached house than a townhouse. This Polygon-built, gated development has a proactive strata with mature landscaping & ample visitor parking. 45+ community that provides a wonderful option for downsizers who arenʼt quite ready to transition into condo living and prefer more space.

Priced at $838,800 Jess Baxter 604.377.2888

Duplex-style townhouse and private garage access through the lovely “Hollies” neighbourhood make this townhouse feel more like a detached home. This two-storey, 1,636 sqft home enjoys 4 bdrms, 2.5 bathrooms, a double garage and south-facing yard.

Featuring a high-quality, modern interior & 36” integrated French door fridge, 5-burner gas cooktop, built-in oven and microwave, spacious kitchen and geothermal heating and cooling. Come visit us this weekend and learn about all the offerings at WIND.

Priced at $1,198,800 Sean Lawson 604.240.4837

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4PM 3060 RICHMOND STREET

STEVESTON VILLAGE-Fantastic new family home built by PENTA BUILDERS GROUP. Location is everything! Situated next to Richmond St Park, this high-quality 2,268 sq ft home has 4 bedrooms, 4 FULL baths and a den on the main floor that can be a 5th bedroom. Spacious Master Bedroom has a spa-like ensuite with private sunny walkout balcony. The efficient floor plan boasts radiant heating, engineered h/w floors on main, A/C, HRV, security system and a double garage. The Chef's Kitchen features KitchenAid s/s appliances, stone counters, island with breakfast bar and a 2nd Kitchen. Cozy gas f/p in the family room & the dining area opens out to a private south-exposed backyard with covered patio & gas BBQ connection - perfect for entertaining!

Excellent catchment schools are Byng and McMath.

Priced at $1,898,800 Dave Van Hoeke 778.388.1965

New condo, new area, one bedroom and den with huge deck in East Richmond, offering the perfect combination of style and value. features a state-of-the-art amenity space with pool, gym, hot tub, and multi-purpose room, plus a communal garden and courtyard patio perfect for summer barbeques. At Hamilton Village, you're steps from high street shopping, public transit, and walkable village life, all connected to peaceful parks, lush green space, and waterfront trails.

OPEN SATURDAY 2-4PM 3511 RICHMOND STREET

Priced at $399,000 Gloria Andrews 778.892.7712

Stunning new family home in sought-after STEVESTON VILLAGE! Built by PACIFIC COASTAL HOMES, this highquality 2,038 sq ft home has 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths as well as a den on the main floor. The huge Master Bedroom has a spa-like 5-piece ensuite and large walk-in closet. This excellent & efficient floor plan also boasts radiant heating throughout, engineered h/w floors on main, 8' doors, HRV, security system and a large double garage with EV charging.

Priced at $1,788,800 Fraser Roberts 604.779.5324

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4PM 4080 WILLIAMS ROAD

Amazing, high-quality, custom-built 3,533 SF mansion on a large 7,301 SF lot in Steveston North. Featuring 5 spacious ensuited bedrooms, a theatre room, and high ceilings w/chandelier & gas f/p in the grand living room plus grand family & dining rooms beside a beautiful kitchen w/ island, custom cabinets & wok kitchen all w/ high-end appliances. A/C, radiant heat and HRV system warms and cools the home. Large rear patio and south-facing backyard. Walking distance to transit, Seafair mall, community centre, Steveston Village, school catchments of all levels. Do not miss this opportunity!

Priced at $2,388,800 Howard Hu 604.377.7182

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Nice Clean Unit in Apple Greene Park, Richmond's best Condo Value! Fabulous location with south exposure overlooking tranquil pond, fountain and gardens.

2nd bedroom currently a den but easily converted. Insuite Laundry hookups!

#213 - 8720 No 1 Road

Rancher in Fabulous Steveston!

$1,098,000

Good Value for this 3 bedroom home in a quite Cul De Sac of Steveston. Loads of street parking, great for kids, steps to McMath High School and all the amenities and Recreation options that Steveston Village has to offer. Rectangular 40 x 100' Lot makes this an ideal property for First time buyers, downsizers, investors or builders.

11300 Frigate Court

1203 - 5775 Hampton Place

At Home at The Chatham. Oversized patios to take in the gorgeous views to the East and the S/Southwest. Truly a unique opportunity to enjoy your Rancher in the Sky. On the 12th floor in this very well maintained and sought after hi-rise building at UBC. Enjoy the community feel and easy access to shopping at Westbrook Mall and public transportation.

Head out to the endowment lands for a leisurely walk or hike, or down to the beach for a stroll. This spacious 1570sqft 2 bdrm/den home has 2 full baths and boasts new high end laminate flooring and new custom blinds. Plenty of room for entertaining and lots of room for your house sized furnishings. Great space in the open kitchen/eating area with relaxing views in the morning sun. Enjoy the evening sunsets too. 2 pkg and 1 storage locker. Make The Chatham your home today. $1,478,000

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