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Calling out racist rant is easy part Eve Edmonds

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So here we are with yet another video of a “racist rant” in Richmond going viral.

(See page 5) This one at one of my favourite coffee shops, no less.

This isn’t the first time we’ve embarrassed ourselves as a community with this kind of obnoxious behavior, and I fear it won’t be the last.

Perhaps it’s unrealistic to think there won’t be these kinds of flashpoints when diverse groups come together, but of course that doesn’t mean we can accept it.

Each and every time something like this happens, we need to call it out and stand with victims. The problem is, that’s the easy part.

Where it can get tricky, and uncomfortable, is when we start digging down into what’s behind this kind of intolerance. It forces us to look at ourselves, at each other and at larger forces that come into play.

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I don’t mean to make excuses or deny personal responsibility, but we are also products of our histories, our politics and our economic systems. None of us operate in a vacuum.

off a year where we’ve seen a spike in aggression and violence towards Asians, not to mention an American president who used inciting terms like the “China virus” or “Kung flu.”

To that point, we have received a fair amount of blow back for our front page feature last week. The letter on page 4 is just one example.

And then there’s that way-back history of signs in Vancouver parks that read “No dogs or Chinese.”

We were challenged for equating the shooting in Atlanta, Ga., with racism. To be fair, it was something we talked about within the newsroom, given that the shooter claimed he wanted to eliminate the temptations of sex workers. He said it wasn’t about race, according to police.

So were we wrong to link the two?

Well, we certainly weren’t alone and our coverage was of the reaction to the shooting, and that reaction was all about race.

But more importantly, the rationale for calling it an anti-Asian hate crime (which, by the way, the Atlanta police are not doing) has to do with context. We’ve just come

Granted we’ve come a long way, but there’s no denying racism is real. It’s embedded in our culture in complex and sometimes subtle ways.

Does that mean any act perpetrated against people who happen to be Asian is racist?

Obviously not, but that said, we do need to recognize patterns, hear from those with lived experience and understand that every act happens within a larger context.

Also about last week’s feature, we received letters, some from people of Asian descent, who noted the problem isn’t race but issues such as birth tourism, money laundering and a crushing real estate mar-

ket — at least in the Lower Mainland.

This wouldn’t be the first time I’ve used this space to stress the need to distinguish valid concerns about immigration, crime or financial regulations (or the lack of) from questions of race. It’s far too simplistic, not to mention just plain wrong, to blame these ills on any one ethnic group.

I recognize that as someone not part of a visible minority in Canada, I have a limited perspective.

I don’t have anyone walking past me and saying, “You dropped your coronavirus” as one of my reporters did at the start of the pandemic.

So it’s my job to listen, both to those with lived experiences of racism as well as those who are feeling threatened by changes.

What none of us need to listen to, however, is the kind of ignorance and hate we’ve been hearing in some of these vile rants.

That we can call out unequivocally. It’s what we do next that’s going to distinguish us as an inclusive society, or not.

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Racism not the issue Dear Editor,

I would like to know your reasoning behind perpetuating the lie that the deadly mass shooting in Atlanta was motivated by anti-Asian racism.

In your Thursday, March 25 edition, there are four articles written by Nono Shen and/or Maria Rantanen, which use the tragedy in Atlanta as a means to discuss anti-Asian racism right here in Richmond.

Both of these authors point out that the gunman was White while six of the eight victims were of Asian descent, but conveniently leave out the race of the other two victims.

Why is that?

It seems clear that this was intentional, as to draw focus solely on the Asian victims and the fact that the gunman was White, so that it would fit the mainstream narrative that has been repeated across Canada and the United States.

These two authors do, in fact, point out in their last article about local massage parlours that the gunman was not

motivated by race but rather by his sex addiction.

However, they again turn it into an anti-Asian issue by claiming that this is “just another day on the job” for migrant sex workers.

Richmond has the largest proportion of Asians in all of North America, and the Lower Mainland is the most diverse place in Canada.

We are more than welcoming to Asians and all races.

Obviously racism still exists.

I have experienced my fair share of racism throughout my life.

But it is disingenuous to turn this tragedy into one about race when that is simply not the case.

But I guess it is your job to copy whatever the mainstream media says, regardless of whether or not it is based on facts.

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This happened in Canada?

Dear Editor, Re: “Grieving family still has questions after sentencing,” News, March 25 After reading your report about the procedures from the first day when Christy Mahy died by a careless driver in 2014 till his sentencing in March 2021, I could hardly believe this happened in Canada.

How does Canada check a person applying for refugee status?

How was he allowed to leave the country?

And, at the end, to receive such unjust sentencing.

Oh, I could go on and on, but you put it all in your two articles.

Thanks for opening my and hopefully many more readers’ eyes.

Steveston speeds not a concern Dear Editor,

Re: “Fines could pay off,” Letters, March 25 As a Steveston resident, Steveston Highway is my main thoroughfare in the city.

It is rare to see anyone doing 80 kilometres per hour on the highway, never mind 90 kilometres per hour.

Obviously, anyone at that speed needs to be ticketed.

I find the flow of traffic consistently and safely moving between 60 and 65 kilometres per hour or slightly slower when traffic is heavy.

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Racial abuse suspect strikes again It began with a man washing his vehicle in a strata complex’ no-washing zone, apparently blocking several parking stalls while doing so.

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A woman, who asked to remain anonymous, said she was trying to record the man’s license plate to report it to the strata.

A suspect involved in an alleged racial, verbal assault outside a Steveston coffee shop on Monday appears to be the same man videotaped telling a woman to “go back to China” in a Richmond parking lot two years ago.

When she got out of her car, the man appeared to yell racial slurs at her and sprayed her with the hose he was using to wash his car.

A man and a woman were involved in an alleged incident Monday afternoon inside and outside a Moncton Street café, when racial slurs were allegedly yelled at a worker and coffee was thrown on the floor and at the employee.

It’s claimed by the victim that the couple reacted after being asked to respect social distancing regulations.

Police were called and arrested one of the suspects at the scene.

The employee involved posted video of the incident on social media, which shows the one of the suspects was driving a BMW vehicle with the same license

The couple allegedly involved in racial abuse in a Steveston coffee shop is asked to leave. CCTV screenshot plate as a man who was allegedly involved in a similar race-related incident in November 2019.

The 2019 altercation took place at a Richmond condo complex near Cambie and No. 4 roads.

The man also repeatedly told the woman and her male friend to go back to China.

The woman posted the video on social media but did not report the incident to police.

Meanwhile, Richmond RCMP is asking for more witnesses to Monday’s incident to come forward.

The victim said the whole incident was also captured on security camera, which she has circulated.

As well, a co-worker posted a photo of the couple and an account of what hap-

pened on WhatsApp.

“An incident like this affects everyone in our community. We are in the early stages of this investigation, however, we are asking anyone who may have witnessed or have video evidence to contact us immediately,” said Cpl. Adriana O’Malley.

“Racism has no place in our community,” said Chief Supt. Will Ng. “I want to reassure the public that any investigation with potential hate motivated undertones will be given our full attention and oversight.”

The police said the investigation is still ongoing and no further information will be released at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact Richmond RCMP at 604-278-1212 or by email at Richmond_Tips@rcmp-grc.gc.ca and quote file number 2021-8311.

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Schools mandate masks Maria Rantanen MRANTANEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Wearing masks indoors will be mandatory for all students in Grades 4 to 12 as well as all staff in public and private schools throughout B.C. The Ministry of Education clarified this mask guideline late Tuesday night after Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry indicated Monday this was going to come into effect.

The mask mandate is effective immediately and includes when students are both inside and outside of their learning group.

Masks will also be re-

light of COVID-19 cases climbing, the ministry said in its statement.

quired on school buses.

In a letter to Richmond parents late Tuesday, superintendent Scott Robinson pointed out more than 80 per cent of students in Richmond elementary schools already wear masks daily.

For those who don’t, “teachers will spend the next few days helping their students adjust to this change,” Robinson explained in his letter.

“We recognize that for a small number of families, this will be a new routine, and teachers and school administrators will be encouraged to support student mask use through positive and inclusive ap-

Scott Robinson proaches,” he added.

Teachers’ unions, including the Richmond Teachers’ Association, have been calling for mandatory masks for months, as well as for better ventilation in classrooms.

This mask mandate is in

Some exceptions will be made, for example, for medical or behavioural reasons, if someone can’t put on a mask without help or when someone is eating or drinking or behind a barrier.

Exceptions will also be made for those who need to have their face uncovered because of a disability, for example, where visual cues, facial expressions or lip reading is necessary.

Students in kindergarten to Grade 3 are also “strongly encouraged” to wear masks.

Murder suspect faces second charge Kirsten Clarke

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A 21-year-old man accused of murdering a New Westminster woman, is also facing charges in Richmond.

A spokesperson for the BC Prosecution Service confirmed to the Richmond News that Carlo Castillo Tobias is facing a single charge of sexual interference against a minor.

The incident was allegedly committed “at or near Richmond” between Nov. 1 and Nov. 30, 2020.

The Criminal Code of Canada defines sexual interference as touching

for a “sexual purpose… directly or indirectly, with a part of the body or with an object, any part of the body of a person under the age of 16 years.”

Investigators allege Loreto was killed in her New Westminster home on March 17, and the three individuals knew each other.

On Friday, Tobias and Last week, Tobias, the 15-year-old made along with a 15-year-old their first court appearwho cannot be identified Ma Cece- ances by video at New under the Youth Criminal lia Loreto Westminster provincial Justice Act, were charged court. with first-degree murder and indignity to human Tobias is set to appear in Richmond remains in the death of 49-year-old provincial court on April 21 on the Ma Cecilia Loreto. sexual interference charge.

Loreto’s burned remains were found in Greentree Village Park in Burnaby on March 18.

— With files from Cornelia Naylor/ Burnaby Now

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT Under the Liquor Control and Licensing Act

CBSA allowed convicted criminal to enter Canada

Questions still surround who is responsible for allowing a convicted criminal with a history of deportation to enter Canada on a refugee claim, before he caused the death of an innocent Richmond woman.

plain why Albanian native Erjon Kashari was allowed to roam free in Canada for four years, until he caused the death of pedestrian Christy Mahy in 2014, after driving dangerously on Russ Baker Way.

After multiple emails and phone calls back and forth between the Richmond News and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB), neither organization accepted blame.

By Wednesday afternoon, we hadn’t received a reply.

However, information about the process when someone enters Canada and makes a refugee claim — on a link provided by the CBSA — clearly states it’s the CBSA’s responsibility to check a claimant’s record.

“Factors determining an individual’s eligibility to make a refugee claim include whether the claimant has committed a serious crime, made a previous claim in Canada, or received protection in another country,” according to the CBSA’s own site.

The News asked CBSA last Friday to further ex-

Kashari — who built up a long criminal record while living in the U.K. before being deported in 2009 — was sentenced two weeks ago in a Richmond court to time already served, after being extradited in 2020 from Albania to face the charge of criminal negligence causing death.

been asked many questions by the News surrounding the fatal accident that killed 34-year-old Mahy.

Until recently, the investigation had either been ongoing or the case was before the courts, limiting the RCMP’s ability to respond.

Mahy’s family wanted to know why Kashari was allowed to leave Canada a few months after the accident and why it took two years to investigate it.

The RCMP’s and CBSA’s full responses are available at Richmond-News.com by searching “Kashari.”

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Mounties are looking for four suspects who broke into a Richmond home last week.

Richmond RCMP say a man and a woman were at their home — in the 22000-block of Westminster Highway in the Hamilton area — watching TV around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 23 when their doorbell rang. When they answered, four men armed with a crow bar and “a possible firearm” barged in, restrained the couple and ransacked their home, stealing several items. According to police, the wrong home may have been hit.

“This was a very frightening incident for the two victims who were simply enjoying a quiet night at home when it happened,” said Cpl. Ian Henderson, Richmond RCMP spokesperson. “However, based on the initial investigation, this incident does not appear to have been a random one. It seems the suspects may have had specific targets in mind, but chose the wrong home at the time.”

Anyone with information can call 604-278-1212, quoting file number 21-7675.

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‘Porch pirate’ strikes in daytime ple in and around his neighbourhood to tighten their security measures, if possible.

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A Richmond resident is warning people to take more care with how their packages are delivered — after seeing on camera a cycling thief taking off with one of his.

Phil Goulet’s security camera footage showed the thief casually cycling into his driveway near No. 3 and Williams roads on Saturday around 5 p.m.

The video shows the thief grabbing the package, which included earbuds and cooling fans for a printer, from behind a pillar near his front door.

What makes the theft even more brazen is the fact that someone was home at the time, with a vehicle parked in the driveway.

And, considering he’s caught suspicious activity on camera several times in the last year, Goulet wants peo-

“I’d like to get the thief’s picture put out there to raise awareness and hopefully get him to rethink his choices,” Goulet told the Richmond News on Monday.

“We love living in Richmond, it’s a small town feel with big city amenities, and we think it’s very safe compared to other nearby cities.”

If you are getting a package delivered from the likes of Amazon, you can request to have the delivery driver ring the doorbell or knock on the door. If you’re not going to be at home when the package is due, arrange for it to be dropped at a neighbour’s or friend’s house.

Alternatively, many online retailers allow you to have the package dropped off at a post office.

Goulet, who has reported the theft to the RCMP, said he has since been looking for a lock box for packages to avoid Saturday’s theft happening again.

Sex assault trial set for June Maria Rantanen

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Twenty-three days in June and July have been booked for the trial of a man accused of 17 crimes ranging from sexual assault, theft, possession of child pornography and “administering a noxious substance.”

The alleged crimes largely took place in Richmond and the trial of Satvir Sanghera is set for Richmond Provincial Court starting June 14.

Sanghera was released on bail last July to await trial with conditions to stay away from places where there is anyone under the age of 18, from six women, and from sex workers and any sex trade agency.

The Crown alleges that, between

December 2015 and March 2016, Sanghera sexually assaulted a woman and distributed “an intimate image” without consent or “being reckless as to whether or not that person gave their consent.”

Furthermore, he is charged with possession of the woman’s underwear and credit card.

On April 21, 2016, he is alleged to have solicited a sex worker, administered “a noxious substance” to a woman with the intent to “aggrieve or annoy her,” and then assaulted her.

In addition, Sanghera is charged with sexually assaulting two sex workers, one in November 2017 and another in April 2019. Other charges include possession of child pornography and fraud.

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The safety of sex workers, however, has been once again pushed to the forefront after the killing of eight people in massage parlours in Atlanta, Ga. Alison Clancey, executive director of Swan, a non-profit that works with migrant sex workers, said violence is something sex workers have to deal with regularly.

She has reiterated the need for an “adult conversation” about sex work in the context of labour laws and safety.

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Last year alone, as a result of some people’s “blatant disregard for bylaws and the environment,” the city spent more than $171,000 to clean up abandoned items, said city spokesperson Clay Adams.

He added that, in 2020, there were 982 reported instances of illegal dumping in Richmond, up 21 per cent from 2019. The most-frequently dumped items are furniture, mattresses, drywall or hazardous material and construction material. Collectively, municipalities across the region reported more than 47,000 incidents of illegal dumping, up eight per cent from 2019, according to Metro Vancouver. Cleaning up the abandoned items costs local govSearch dumping for ernments around $5.8 full story at Richmondmillion each year.

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Another Shoppers Drug Mart location in Richmond is reporting a positive COVID-19 case.

According to parent company Loblaws, a staff member at the

For photos follow us on Instagram.com/richmond_news Shoppers at 7820 Williams Rd. — near No. 3 Road in the Broadmoor Shopping Centre — has tested positive “on a presumptive test” for the virus.“ The last day the team member worked was on

March 17,” Loblaws said on its website.

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It’s been several long months since Dr. Matthew Kwok has been physically near his mother — but on March 16 he was not only able to sit next to her, he was also able to vaccinate her against COVID-19 at the same time.

“We’ve seen each other from outside, and through phone calls, but not in the same room, so that was the first time I was able to interact with her physically in some sense.

And the first day I did that, I gave her a shot,” said Kwok, an emergency physician at Richmond Hospital, who also lives in the city.

Kwok administered the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to his mother, Olive, as well as to several other seniors, on March 16, the opening day of the River Rock Casino clinic.

“Vaccinating my mom was very meaningful and wonderful, but so was vaccinating everyone else. The mood was just ecstatic.”

encouraged to get the jab.

“I think we can do better in Richmond, in terms of having more people embrace the vaccine,” he said.

Since the pandemic, Kwok’s mother hasn’t been able to go out into her community — her church has been closed for more than a year and family dinners have been off the table.

All of the vaccines available in Canada are safe and effective, said Dr. Meena Dawar, Richmond’s medical health officer with Vancouver Coastal Health.

“I think that’s a very similar story for many people in the Richmond community. They’re looking forward to having physical contact with people (once health restrictions are lifted), and also in terms of having simple things…that we’ve been missing throughout the whole entire pandemic.”

For more than a year, Kwok has been working on the front lines of the pandemic response, and he has seen a number of patients admitted into the intensive care unit and put on ventilators. He’s also seen how the pandemic has impacted patients’ mental health, with no visitations allowed at the hospital.

But now, he said, there’s “a lot of hope”

Dr. Matthew Kwok and his mom Olive. VCH photo for the future.

Kwok, however, said he’s concerned that “Richmond still has a large proportion of people that have reservations about the safety of the vaccine.” He hopes that by showing he places enough trust in it to administer it to his own mother, others will be

She said there’s “really solid data” on protection from even one dose of the vaccine, for example, from the BC Centre for Disease Control which found a “tremendous decline in illness” in elderly seniors and health-care workers under 65 years of age.

“For most vaccines, we know that protection is better when two doses are spaced further apart than when they’re closer together,” said Dawar. “I’m very confident in what we’re doing in British Columbia, I’m very confident in what we’re doing in Canada…and we continue to monitor both safety and vaccine performance in terms of protection over time, and we’ll continue to do that.”

Restaurants left with extra inventory after indoor dining ban Maria Rantanen & Nono Shen MRANTANEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

The news Monday of a three-week ban on indoor dining came as a “big surprise” to Tristan Hayden, owner of Britannia Brewing Steveston, but he said he hopes the order doesn’t drag on longer like others have.

Hayden would have preferred some warning about the new restrictions. It’s tough on his employees when they’re working and these announcements come, he said.

Hayden is hoping to keep all his employees working, but they will probably have to reduce shifts.

“It’s going to be very difficult,” Hayden said.

Restaurants across B.C. had to suspend indoor dining as of midnight Monday due to rising COVID-19 case numbers.

Indoor religious worship services and fitness classes are also suspended.

The new public health order amendments were announced by Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry on Monday, and will be in effect until April 19.

Restaurants can, however, offer outdoor or patio dining, takeout or delivery services, fitness centres can have one-on-one training and outdoor worship is allowed.

At the beginning of the pandemic, when

restaurants were able to re-open, Britannia Brewing already reduced its indoor capacity by half. This ban on indoor dining will reduce its capacity again by more than half.

on Bridgeport, said the latest guidelines from the provincial health officer mean he can’t hold any indoor group exercise classes or dancing classes.

The restaurant has an uncovered outdoor patio, so that means serving there will be “weather dependent,” Hayden said.

However, he said he wasn’t shocked after hearing the news; rather, he’s been mentally prepared for that because the COVID-19 numbers have been increasing daily.

“We’re fortunate a little bit at our place to have an outdoor area, but our neighbours across the road from us don’t even have outdoor space,” he added.

Furthermore, Monday is the day the restaurant and brewery orders stock, and they now have to figure out how to use their fresh seafood and produce without wasting it, Hayden explained.

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The City of Richmond has cancelled its fitness classes for three weeks, but gyms are open for individual workouts and one-onone sessions.

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A Mustang marriage made in heaven “I just learned how to restore it myself. It took two years and, I think about $18,000 in total, up to now.”

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Twiss said the car’s likely worth about $100,000 now but there “isn’t a chance in hell” of her selling it.

This is a story about a woman called Tangerine Twiss and a beat-up Mustang convertible 64 ½, which she bought in the ‘70s for $1,400.

“Are you kidding? After doing all that work myself. I always wanted a Mustang convertible.

It’s a story of a classic car which Twiss, now age 73, had to then “rescue” from a Richmond body shop in receivership.

It’s a story about a 20-something woman — with zero knowledge of cars or their repair — spending two years and thousands of dollars restoring the red Mustang herself, complete with a cream leather interior, hand-sewn with a Singer sewing machine.

And it’s a story about a woman who had to fight sexism at car shows, even having to put a man’s name down as the official owner, because the male-dominated environment refused to believe she was responsible for restoring the car to its former glory.

A former glory, no less, that won her the biggest prize of her car-showing career — first place in the James Bond category at a Van Dusen Gardens event — her Mustang is an almost exact replica of the one used by the late Sean Connery in Goldfinger.

Oh, did we mention that Twiss, in her

“I’ve taken it to car shows and will likely do so again once the pandemic is over.

Tangerine Twiss restored this classic Mustang 64 1/2 herself, after buying it all beat up in 1977. Tangerine Twiss photo retirement, is one of Richmond’s marriage commissioners who marries couples in her Bridgeport Road backyard, with her Mustang often getting into the wedding photos.

It’s a story you couldn’t make up if you tried.

“The car was in rough shape, very bad.

Someone had painted it an ugly blue, with a paint brush!” Twiss recalled.

“The original is Rangoon red. I repainted it candy apple red. It was a little lighter.

“I lost points (at the car shows) because they knew it was not the original colour.”

Looking back to the day she acquired the

Rabbitats has been dealing with reports recently of families of bunnies — many of them newborns — seeking refuge in the undercarriage of vehicles in the city.

The latest incident was last Thursday at Chelsea Road, near Blundell and No. 2 roads, where a family was rescued.

One of the heroes of the day was Jonny So, of Jonny’s Towing, who has offered a few times to come out and hoist vehicles so rabbits could be rescued.

“(A) little guy (or girl) was found on a driveway in Richmond. His parents seemed to be around but no sign of a nest,” according to Rabbitats.

“Given that they were seen under a car in the driveway, it’s possible there’s a nest in the undercarriage.

“The car hasn’t moved in over a week and this baby is probably a week old.

Considering s/he was lying on the driveway all night and is still relatively healthy, mom probably at least fed the little tyke.”

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“It didn’t work that way. I had it towed to the body shop and told them to restore it to perfect condition. But the fella there drank himself to death. It went into receivership.

“My car was stuck there, with all the parts I needed. I think it was $4,000 I gave him.”

Twiss said she had to think quickly and “improvise” to get the Mustang and her paid-for parts back.

Twiss’ other lifelong dream was to become a marriage commissioner, something she realized after she retired a few years ago from a long career at UBC, where she ran the international student office.

“I have my backyard set up as a chapel, especially for it,” explained Twiss, who actually officiated her own son’s wedding.

“Since the pandemic, more people have been getting married in my backyard, with a maximum 10 people, all masked up.

“I have a bubble machine there, flowers, I love it.”

Bird lovers asked to remove feeders after salmonella fear

Baby bunnies being found living in cars in Richmond A Richmond-based rabbit charity is asking drivers to check under their cars before taking off.

Mustang on March 28, 1977 — the same calendar date her son was born — Twiss recalled how she thought it’d be plain-sailing taking the car to a body shop and saying “let me know when it’s ready.”

“But it was, and still is, a man’s world.

When the car was called a winner (in the past), I walked up there as proud as punch to get my prize, even though they thought it was owned by a man.”

BC SPCA is asking all bird lovers across B.C. to remove their backyard bird feeders to stop the spread of an ongoing salmonella outbreak.

In February and March, wildlife rehabilitation centres in the Lower Mainland saw an increase in pine siskin birds being admitted due to salmonella infection, and the public is being asked to remove all bird feeders until late April or early May to stop the outbreak.

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At the time, 43 pine siskins were admitted to BC SPCA’s Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre in Victoria with many showing signs of disease and only a few surviving.

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Demand for community gardens in Richmond has “exploded” over the past year, according to the Richmond Food Security Society.

“We’ve seen that the pandemic has really shown the faults in our food system…So that insecurity around food sources has re-

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“When we rely so heavily on importing foods, it can cause a lot of

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The same principles apply for much larger systems, such as a whole building Boiler Room. There is newer, much more energy efficient systems that can save a vast amount of money in operating costs as well as being much more environmentally friendly. Fortis has very large rebate programs for these conversions. Ask us for details.

Food is the best option to get your nutrients, vitamins and minerals.

But it is not always easy to consume adequate fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains and other healthy foods. Supplements such as multivitamins can be a safe way to boost your nutrients. While we all require the same types of nutrients, our age, gender, health conditions affect the level of nutrients required. Among the different types of multivitamins, the main difference between men’s and premenopausal women’s multivitamin is the iron content. When a woman is menstruating, she loses a significant amount of iron which needs to be replaced. On the other hand, supplements for postmenopausal women often have less iron but have higher levels of calcium to help protect the bones. Moreover, multivitamins for age 50+ typically contain more vitamin D. As we age, our skin becomes more difficult to synthesize vitamin D from the sun. Also older adults have reduced absorption of B12 from food-based diet and are at risk of B12 deficiency. Supplements may not be appropriate for everyone as excess intake can lead to unwanted side effects or cause an interaction with other medications. For example, high doses of beta carotene have been linked to greater risk of lung cancer in smokers, extra calcium and vitamin D may increase risk of kidney stones and vitamin K can interfere with the anti-clotting effects of warfarin. To get the most out of your supplements, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. They can help identify your unique needs and review your medication history before choosing a supplement that is right for you.

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Waits as long as three years for some gardens

For some gardens, the wait can be as long as three years, Clay-Smith said.

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At the March 23 parks, recreation and cultural services committee meeting, councillors voted to move ahead with the plan to build 200 community garden

plots on the Garden City Lands this summer.

But more community gardens are needed in Richmond, according to Coun. Harold Steves.

“People are really into gardening through the pandemic, and a lot of them are looking ahead

and saying, wow, we’re going into another pandemic…in terms of climate change,” he said at last week’s meeting. “So people are desperate to get garden plots and to get gardening.”

Clay-Smith agreed that there’s a definite need for more community

gardens in Richmond — particularly with such a large waitlist and low turnover at existing plots.

“We don’t have it as a system where you go in for five years, and that’s your time and you move on,” she said.

The proposed Garden City Land

plots still need approval from city council and the Agricultural Land Commission before they can be built. Richmond Food Security Society is also looking at expanding its gardens — depending on demand — for example in City Centre or east Richmond, to help ease the waitlist burden.

ASK A PROFESSIONAL can you expect with the new Q: What Enhanced Care through ICBC? A:

Starting May 1, 2021, ICBC will be launching their new Enhanced Care coverage. They have received approval for a 15% reduction on base rates, which will apply to the vast majority of policies.

Coverage is also changing and here are some of the highlights: • Enhanced Accident Benefits available to British Columbians hurt in a crash, regardless of fault.

Basic Vehicle Damage Coverage – when a BC driver is involved in a crash with • another car & it’s not their fault, their own Basic Vehicle Damage coverage will cover the cost of the repairs up to a certain percentage not-at-fault.

Enhanced Care still provides $200,000 in third party liability coverage. However, • there is now a limitation on lawsuits being implemented.

• New Optional Coverage available including the choice to add Hit & Run coverage to your policy when you do not carry collision coverage, Income Top Up and Off Highway Third Party Liability.

These are just some of the changes under the new Enhanced Care through ICBC. Please contact a Central Agencies Ltd. team member, for more details. We are here 7 days a week to provide our best advice, coverage options and answer your insurance questions.

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Chiropractic works because you are a self-healing, self-regulating organism controlled by your nervous system. Millions of instructions flow from your brain, down the spinal cord and out to every organ and tissue. Signals sent back to the brain confirm if your body is working right. Improper motion or position of the moving bones of the spine, called a subluxation, can interfere with this vital exchange by irritating nerves and compromising the function of affected tissues and organs. Specific spinal adjustments can help improve mind/body communications by removing the interference to the nervous system. Health often returns with improved nervous system control of the body. This is why it is so vital to have your spine checked by a chiropractor, to allow your body to express its optimal health potential. Call today for your spinal check up.

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Q: Are old Canadian bills worth any money?

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January of this year 2021, the Bank Of Canada made many Canadian banknotes no long legal tender.

All $1 and $2 bills and all $1,000 bills will no longer be accepted in stores for purchases.

This also applies to the $25 and $500 bills, but these have high collector evaluations much above their face value.

In reality you have been unable to spend these bills in stores for many years.

However your bank will still take them deposit them into your bank account.

Regarding collector value of these bills, the majority of 1954 &1973 $1 and 1954, 1974 & 1986 $2 bills that are in used condition should just be taken to the bank.

If they are in new uncirculated condition all the 1954 bills are worth more than face value.

If they are the early printings with the “Devils Face in the Queens hair” the notes can be quite expensive.

This “Devils Face” came printed from the $1 - $1,000 bills.

All of these 1954 “Devil’s” bills have either the signature combinations of J E Coyne/ G F Towers or J R Beatie /J E Coyne.

All Coyne/ Towers signatures are “Devils Face” but not all Beattie/ Coyne.

These “Devils” are an illusion when you look at the Queen’s portrait.

You can visualize two eyes, a hooked nose and a pair of lips with two horns at the top of the illusion.

I find that looking to the right of her hearing and seeing the hooked nose first helps you to see the entire face.

For the 1986 $2 bills there is a variety in the three letter prefix at the beginning of the serial number.

Those bill having prefixes AUG, AUH, AUJ, AUK, AUL, AUM or AUN may have value depending on signature and condition.

We do carry the Charlton catalogue of Canadian Paper money in stock.

The price for the 2021 edition is $37.95 plus GST.

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Q: What is the difference between having an immediate denture and a denture that is made after I have extractions?

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Immediate dentures are always best, unless there is so much mobility in your teeth that taking an impression may cause an accidental extraction when the impression is removed. The immediate denture will act as a band aid as well as to help reshape the bone to a kinder more rounded form, rather than leaving the sharp edges that are formed by the circumference of the extraction socket. Follow up must be done by your dental practitioner in order to keep up with the changing shape as the bone and tissue heal. If you have extractions done and the denture is made after a period of couple months then the bone from the circumference of the socket has prematurely healed and is now standing up. When a denture is placed on the tissues, the bone from underneath now stabs you from the inside out. There is one way that you can do the latter method. Once your initial wound site has closed, then you must massage the bone together towards the center of gum. This will tell the body that the bone must reshape to a rounder shape.

If you have questions that you would like answered, please don’t hesitate to book a free consultation with my office, or you can write to us via our website to: bcdenturist.com

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Richmondites win Sport BC awards event last week, which was postponed last year due to the pandemic.

Alan Campbell

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Two Richmondites have been recognized in the Sport BC’s 54th Annual Athlete of the Year Awards.

Athletics star Camryn Rogers and KidSport advocate Sanjeet Sadana both picked up awards at the virtual

Rogers, a senior at the University of California at Berkeley, won Junior Female Athlete of the Year.

She was the 2019 NCAA women’s hammer throw national champion.

Sadana, meanwhile, won for the second year in a row the award for KidSport Community Champion, which is

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Sadana is a member of the Richmond Sports Council and also general manager of the Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel.

Last week’s event was hosted by CBC’s Scott RusShot-putter Camryn Rogers sell and recognized the won Junior province’s best in amateur Female Athlete sport including athletes, of the Year. coaches, teams and officials for outstanding performances in their sport over the 2019 season.

Each finalist was nominated by their provincial or multisport organization, school, college or university.

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“While our celebration was delayed, the Virtual Athlete of the Year Awards was a true celebration of sport in our province, the recipients represent an exceptional 2019 in B.C. sport and we would like to thank everyone for their patience in announcing our winners. We congratulate all of our finalists and the organizations they represent,” said Sport BC’s president and CEO, Rob Newman.

“We were proud to celebrate the winners. The last year has been challenging for everyone and it confirmed the importance of sport in our lives; I personally would like to thank our members for everything they have done over the last year.”

Fencer makes Canada Olympic team for Tokyo Alan Campbell ACAMPBELL@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

A Richmond fencing star has won a place on the Canada team for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

Shaul Gordon secured 10 days ago, in Budapest, Hungary, a spot on the national team for the Games.

Shaul Gordon, a Richmond Secondary alumnus.

Gordon — who started fencing at the age of seven in Turin, Italy, where he lived with his family — has called Richmond home since 2004.

Gordon has been training at the Dynamo Fencing Club in north Richmond, under coach Maître Victor Gantsevich.

After graduating from Richmond Secondary’s IB Program, Gordon went first to Penn State University, where he finished second in the NCAA championship. He then moved to University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, where he helped the team to win the Ivy League championship.

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Modern, 15 year old, 2,177 sq. ft., 4 bedroom and Den, 2 and a half bath home in Seafair Location! Very spacious design, double garage of back lane and much more! A Real nice family home in a very desirable neighbourhood!

Excellent opportunity for those 55 years and older (age restrictions) rarely available unit in Sharon Manor. Low Strata fees, Insuite Laundry, nicely updated. A terrific option for Retirees that want a nice place to live. Very handy to popular Catholic Church and Thompson Community Centre.

7 - 11020 NO. 1 ROAD Richmond ~ $888,000

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Updated kitchen., generous room sizes, master has walk-in closet and full ensuite. A single carport and an open parking. Fully fenced back yard, quiet location in the middle of the complex away from noise.

Walking distance to the dyke, elementary school and high schools.

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Very affordable leasehold complex called Bristol Court located South of Steveston and walking to South Arm Community Centre. 3 bedrooms, 11/2 baths bright and spacious facing the garden.

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8611 NO. 3 ROAD Richmond ~ $1,988,800

Broadmoor area big lot wide frontage and deep lot in a central location. House is 70 years old but still livable.

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Healthy contingency fund makes this a smart place to invest! Dover Park across the street and nice walks along the dyke on the North side of the complex. Comes with 2 parking spots (tandem). Viewing by appointment only.

#104-7291 Moffatt Rd updated 2 bdrm Close to Minoru Park! $428,800 Just listed! Nicely updated 950 sq ft unit in central Richmond’s ‘Dorchester Circle’. Features updated kitchen and bath, fresh paint, newer cabinets and tiles. Comes with a cozy wood burning fireplace and a spacious floor plan that allows good sized furniture. A very affordable place to get yourself into the market! Call to view by appointment only!

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This incredible 3 bedroom + large den home on the 10th floor features amazing RIVER and NS mountain views from every room at the prestigious waterfront community at 2 River Green! The home comes with 3 side x side parking spots and offers a large gourmet kitchen with island, wok kitchen, Sub-zero fridge & Miele appliances, quartz counters and upgraded hardwood floors thru-out. The totally open 1708 SF layout has air conditioning/central heat, 3.5 deluxe bathrooms, 9’3’ ceilings, Beo Living Smart Home app and a huge 35’5 wide balcony and 1 locker. Resort-styled amenities incl 24 hr concierge, private shuttle, 34,000+ SF water gardens, indoor swimming pool, sauna/steam room, fitness center, yoga/dance room, music, study and club rooms. Just steps to the dyke, Oval, T&T and restaurants.

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Amazing waterfront live/work loft at The Pier in desirable Steveston. Great for any home-based business with convenient ground floor access. Bright open plan w/17’ high ceilings, upgraded white shaker cabinets, quartz counters, exposed beams & a combination of hardwood & custom brick flooring makes this a truly unique find. Super spacious 888 SF plus 457 SF of outdoor space with wide folding patio doors allows you to truly enjoy the indoor/outdoor living. Amazing water views from the master bedroom balcony. Other feats incl: Geothermal heating, AC, gas BBQ outlets, custom planters w/storage plus much more. Pet & rental friendly building is in a great location just steps to the Steveston village, shops, restaurants, tunnel & only 20 mins to downtown Van.

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TOTALLY RENOVATED KITS POINT 3 BDRM TOWNHOME

Kits Pointe! Absolutely stunning 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath corner unit townhome! Totally renovated with modern detailing and features an entertainer’s living room that transitions right into a very private 185 SF landscaped deck with a cozy firepit. The new gourmet kitchen has top of the line Miele appliances with a spectacular white marble backdrop. Modern seamless glass then leads you to the 2 generous-sized bdrms with a full bath on the 2nd floor. The entire top floor boasts an exquisite master with a custom built walk-in closet, deluxe master ensuite and a balcony with some western views of the ocean and mtns. This home includes radiant floor heating, Miele washer and dryer, laminated windows with safety film for added security, 2 parking spots & 1 storage locker. Location at its best!

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$718,000

NEW LISTING

$619,000

LARGE 1248 SF 2 BEDROOM SPARKLING CLEAN & UPDATED

Penthouse unit at popular Regents Gate built by Polygon. Bright & spacious South facing unit offers 1248 sq ft living area with 2 full bathrooms and a separate eating area and dining room. Top floor corner unit bonuses include a large skylight in the entry, high ceilings in the living room & unlimited peace & quiet. Sparkling clean and in move in condition with new carpets throughout and vinyl flooring in kitchen & bathrooms. Kitchen cabinets have been refinished and the entire unit has been repainted and ready for your enjoyment. Enjoy this adult oriented 19+ yrs age restricted complex just steps to Garden City Shopping Mall just a block away. Convenient location close to buses, shopping & restaurants. All inclusive maintainence fees include in floor radiant hot water heat, city water & sewer fees, gas fireplace, hot water & your standard other strata items.

#308-8775 Jones Road

TOTALLY IMMACULATE

$788,000

SPACIOUS 2 BDRM + DEN CONDO

This totally immaculate and air-conditioned 2 bedroom + den condo offers 930 SF of spacious living and features a large gourmet kitchen with engineered stone countertops, stainless appliances, under cabinet lighting and centre island. The home also includes 2 spa-inspired bathrooms, laminate floors, 9 foot ceilings, large fully covered balcony and a serene quiet outlook onto the central courtyard.

1 parking spot included. Trafalgar Square is a highly sought-after in the Alexandra Gardens neighbourhood and comes complete with the “Trafalgar Club” which is a 5,000 SF private clubhouse with a host of resort-style amenities. All this in an amazing location within walking distance to restaurants, shops and services or a quick drive to Aberdeen, Yaohan, Lansdowne Mall & Richmond Centre.

#223-9551 Alexandra Road SHANNON WALL CENTRE

$1,468,000

IMMAC 2 BDRM + DEN W/1206 SF

ADERA HOUSE. Immaculate & air-conditioned 2 bedroom + den at the coveted Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale development comes complete with huge 239 SF of private patio, 3 side x side parking spots and 1 large storage locker. The super bright 1206 SF open floor plan faces SE and features an extra-large Chef’s kitchen with premium Gaggenau appliances, double wall ovens, wine fridge & shelved pantry and faces the inner courtyard. The home also features hardwood floors, 2 deluxe bathrooms, large walk-in closet, 9’ ceilings and lots of storage. All this in a 10-acre community that offers charm, character & elegance with concierge service, lounge, outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, meeting rooms & meticulously maintained gardens. Excellent west side location close to Maple Grove Elementary, Magee Secondary and private schools.

#201-7228 Adera St, Vancouver

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NEW LISTING

TOTALLY UPDATED 2 BEDROOM BLUNDELL & GILBERT ROAD

This spacious 2 bedroom 2 bathroom home has been renovated from top to bottom, offering 955 sq ft of modern living with many custom luxury features. Waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring, LED lighting with dimmers & smart switches, programmable thermostats, custom kitchen with Ceasarstone quartz countertops, soft close cabinetry & motion sense lighting. Two Spa like bathrooms feature adjustable ambient lighting, new vanities, quartz counters, new high capacity toilets with soft close lids, & a humidity sensor. Bonus features include a cozy gas fireplace, 2 balconies facing the quiet side of the complex, large windows with custom roller blinds offering excellent natural lighting, a secure extra-wide parking stall & storage locker. It is also a rental and pet friendly building. Centrally located & in the Ferris Elementary School catchment. Steps to buses & short walking distance to Minoru Park, shopping, & Richmond Centre.

#110-7700 Gilbert Road 5 BDRM BSMT STYLE HOME

AVALON 2 – Enjoy contemporary living in this amazing concrete 2 bedroom + den w/ totally unobstructed PARK VIEWS overlooking the future soccer field. This bright, east- facing home offers premium Jenn-Air SS appliances, gas cooktop, quartz counters, marble backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows, laminate floors, in-floor heating in master bath, 9’ ceilings, washer/dryer & Nest controlled AIR cooling / heating system. Comes complete a large balcony with overheight ceilings, 1 parking & 1 locker. Enjoy concierge service, fitness ctr, garden courtyard, SkyLounge, SkyBar, guest suites & bike storage. Just steps to Save-on-Foods, Shoppers, TD & Scotiabank, Starbucks, Sushi Mura & a direct bus to Metrotown 1 blk away. Future community ctr & elem school also on its way.

#304-3581 E. Kent Ave North, Vancouver

9580 Blundell Road

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TOTALLY UPDATED & NEXT TO THE PARK!

22600 McLean Avenue

SOUTH AIRPORT TERMINAL

NEW LISTING

$399,000

INVESTOR & 1ST TIME BUYER ALERT ONLY $399,000

Investor and 1st time Buyer alert. Amazing price on this 572 sq ft 1 bedroom and 1 bath unit at Parc Riveria in North Richmond.

Features include: quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances & excellent recreation facilities with exercise room and indoor pool. The building is only 5 yrs old and in a convenient location with easy access to all bridges to Vancouver and just minutes to Costco & Tim Hortons.

#210-10011 River Drive

WOW! This totally amazing 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom family home has been completely updated from top to bottom and even backs / sides onto McLean Park! With 2809 SF on a fantastic 5369 SF lot and open park views, this GEM has all new kitchens, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, new bathrooms, laminate floors, fresh paint, an X-large S facing deck, 7 yr old roof, 10 yr old boiler & so much more. This basement entry floor plan is excellent for extended families: 3 bdrms, 2 baths, living, dining, kitchen & family room on the top floor AND 2 bdrms, 1.5 baths, large living & dining area on the main floor. Loc in the popular Hamilton neighbourhood that’s just mins to shops, restaurants & Queensborough Landing (Walmart, Tim Hortons, Lowes) w/ easy access to N Delta, Surrey, BBY, New West & Vancouver. A must see!

$25/SF

FOR LEASE 816-11,000+ SF EXECUTIVE OFFICES

WEST RICHMOND

$718,000

AFFORDABLE 2 BDRM TOWNHOME

Affordable 2 bedroom 2 bathroom townhome in Central Richmond by Granville Ave & Railway Ave. This just painted townhome offers 946 sq ft with an extra large 2 car tandem garage and a kitchen with quartz counter tops and new stainless steel appliances. Quiet location in the middle of the complex away from traffic noise. Conveniently located just steps to McKay Elementary, Burnett Secondary School & Thompson Park & Community Center.

#44-7111 Lynnwood Drive IMPRESS YOUR CLIENTS!

$25/SF

UPSCALE SHOWROOM/ OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE

Excellent opportunity to lease prime office spaces in a central location between the Airport & West Richmond at the South Airport Terminal! Great for professionals looking for flexible spaces ranging from 816 SF, 1021 SF, 1360 SF, 5560 SF and 11,000+ SF at a reasonable rate. Access to a huge executive-style lounge & boardroom at discounted rates are available to all occupants in the building. The all-inclusive GROSS lease rates of $25/ SF include property taxes, heat, air conditioning, lights & water. Easily accessible from Central Richmond.

Excellent opportunity to lease this totally impressive & unique showroom with office spaces between the Airport & West Richmond. Newly renovated with 5697 SF on 2 levels, super high glass vaulted ceilings, wood beams, granite floors, new commercial carpeting, reception area, kitchen with serving area & 4 bathrooms. 3-4 parking spots can be negotiated + additional spots are available for rent at $75/month. The allinclusive gross lease rate of $11,900 per month includes property taxes, heat, air conditioning, lights & water. Expansive views of the mountains, airport & runways throughout & a must see! Easily accessible from Central Richmond.

4360 Agar Drive

4380 Agar Drive

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4437 Candlewood Drive

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$1,880,000

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Your home search stops here! Spacious and well kept two level custom home on an enormous park like 66 x 190 sq ft. lot with a separate workshop, storage shed, vegetable garden and parking for many vehicles in a very central location, close to all amenities. Lower level has a large games room, storage room, bathroom with roughed-in plumbing and a laundry room with a separate entrance, it’s perfect for extended families. The main level has a very practical floor plan with an open style kitchen and family room with access to the wrap around deck which lead to the backyard, large living and dining room which has access to the covered balcony off the front of the house and 3 ample sized bedrooms and main bathroom, (master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom).

This is a great solid family home with future development potential.

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2495 SUNNYSIDE VIEW

1177/1180 GEORGE ROAD

#503-6622 PEARSON WAY

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#802-7535 ALDERBRIDGE WAY

#9-9131 WILLIAMS ROAD

#13 - 7169 208A ST

140K OVER ASKING!

40K OVER ASKING!

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#1205-3533 ROSS DR, VANCOUVER 2

NEW LISTING

$1,088,000

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907 SQFT

UBC at its finest, the residences at Noble Park by Polygon. This never lived in, spacious open floor plan, Park view unit, features 2 spacious bdrms, 2 bath, designer kitchen, premium appliances and A/C . Enjoy the view from this generous size covered deck. Enjoy the convenience of an in building fitness studio, social lounge and a resident manager. Convenient every day living within an environment of academic excellence. Just steps away is the Westbrook Village for all shopping and eating conveniences. Great elementary and secondary schools are just five-ten minutes away. Must see to appreciate!

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604.970.8118 9871 SEACASTLE DRIVE

304 6233 LONDON ROAD

SOLD $1,548,000 This custom 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home is COMPLETELY renovated with a legal addition in 2016. Modern design throughout. Quartz counter tops with undermount sinks in all bathrooms. Open kitchen with Quartz WATERFALL EDGE COUNTER-TOP, Stainless Steel appliances, built in microwave, pendant and recessed lighting. New boiler, on demand water heater, roof, exterior, windows in 2016. One bedroom suite potential! Move in Ready!

209 7471 BLUNDELL ROAD

SOMERSET MEWS #5 - 11771 Kingfisher Dr

Lovely 3 bedroom with room for all your house sized furniture. Private southern garden patio, easy walk to Steveston amenities, pets permitted.

Listed $789,000

UBC CAMPUS PH8 - 3581 Ross Drive

Unique 2 bedrooms, 2 baths Penthouse with expansive Roof Top deck with hot tub.

In the heart of UBC, easy walk to nature trails AND grocery shopping.

Listed $1,298,000

SOLD #19 - 2138 E. Kent Ave. S

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#110-6068 Russ Baker Way, Richmond, BC V7B 1B4

11740 Kingfisher Dr

Westcoast

Over 2,000 sq.ft. Southern backyard.

No monthly maintenance.

Listed $1,188,000

A quiet retreat at South of Marine via Victoria Drive. 2 bdrms, 2 bath, 1,200 sq.ft. beautiful condo, balcony river VIEWS, 2 parking, pets welcomed, RENTABLE. Newly Listed $889,000

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Built by PACIFIC COASTAL HOMES this premium 2,110 sq ft home has 4 bedrooms, 4 FULL baths and a den on the main floor that can be a 5th bedroom. The master bedroom has vaulted ceilings and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.

The kitchen features KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, and more. Double sliding glass doors open out to a private west-exposed backyard with covered patio & gas BBQ connection! Only a short walk from Steveston Village and in an excellent school catchment.

Priced at $1,898,000 Fraser Roberts 604.779.5324

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #250-12420 NO. 1 ROAD

This one-bedroom loft-style unit in the heart of Steveston Village has unobstructed southwest views of the river, gulf islands, and the mountains! With just under 1000 square feet of living space, this unit has a DOUBLE GARAGE with attic space and a rooftop deck to enjoy the beautiful sunsets Steveston has to offer. All the amenities of the village are at your doorstep, with endless recreation opportunities to walk, cycle, kayak, or enjoy a stroll with a cup of coffee.

Priced at $899,900 Barb Nimchuk 604.505.9917

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OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN 2-4PM 3340 PLEASANT STREET

Gorgeous corner suite with ONE LEVEL LIVING in Steveston Village! This rarely available 3 bedroom plus den suite offers an amazing 1415 sq ft of space, with a quiet courtyard outlook in the heart of Steveston. Enjoy granite counters, hardwood floors, new lighting, the closest parking space you can get. This fab building amenities incl gym and party room. The waterfront, shops and Fishermans Wharf right outside your door and it is in the Byng and McMath school catchments.

Fantastic new family home by Penta Builders Group. This 2,271 sqft home has 4 bedrooms, 4 FULL baths + den. The Master Bedroom has a spa-like ensuite with a sunny balcony. This home has radiant heating, engineered h/w floors on main, A/C, HRV, security system + a double garage. The Kitchen features KitchenAid s/s appliances, stone counters, island with breakfast bar and a large pantry. Cozy gas f/p in the family room. Dining area opens out to a private south-exposed backyard with covered patio.

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #102-4211 GARRY STREET

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #210-12088 3RD AVENUE

Priced at $899,900 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.274.7326

Perfect 3-bedroom townhouse in an ideal location.

This end-unit in one of the areas best complexes is steps to McMath Secondary, Lord Byng Elementary, and of course Steveston Village with all it's fabulous shops and restaurants. This won't last, call today!

Priced at $1,098,800 Joe Preswick 604.315.5559

Priced at $2,198,800 Dave Van Hoeke 778.388.1965

The Roderick in Steveston Village is Richmondʼs most exciting new development. This home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms in just over 1,423 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 $999,900 Sean Lawson 604.240.4837

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 5220 MERGANSER DRIVE

Lot Size: 7018 sq.ft. Here's the chance to build your dream home in Richmond's sought-after Westwind community! This large lot features a sunny, southernexposed backyard and can accommodate a home up to 3,350 square feet. Currently a stratified property (duplex), but subdivision and rezoning are underway to create two individual lots with separate legal title.

Call for details.

Priced at $1,598,800 Sean Lawson 604.240.4837

OPEN SATURDAY/SUNDAY 1-4PM #425-23222 GILLEY ROAD

1 bed + den at Hamilton Village Phase 2 - East: Now Selling the highly anticipated second phase of the Hamilton Village master planned community!

Phase 2 - East offers the same style and value as Phase 1 in a larger, 2-part building with 85 homes anticipated to be available for occupancy in 2023.

Phase 2 - West will launch next with 140 homes. Live at the center of it all and come home to stainless steel appliances, forced air heating and cooling, sleek modern interiors and your choice of two designer colour schemes.

Phase 1 sold out in 4 months, don't wait to book your private appointment to come explore our sales centre with a full two-bedroom display home.

Priced at $509,900 Fraser Roberts 604.779.5324

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$1,198,000

#18-6100 Woodwards Road

STRATFORD GREEN, a well managed, GATED townhome community for adults. Spectacular END UNIT, completely renovated & re-configured with a beam to create open concept living. Everything has been redone: light fixtures, windows, motorized blinds, skylights, travertine tile on main floor, new carpet in living room & upstairs. Maple kitchen cabinets, huge island, granite sink & backlit granite counters, high end appliances incl wine cooler. Spacious primary bdrm has 2 walkin closets & spa-like ensuite w/heated floors, curbless glass shower, heated towel racks. Main bath & powder room completely redone as well. House-sized southwest yard with gas line for BBQ, auto watering, gardeners delight! Double garage with painted floor & ceiling storage, extra parking pad outside the garage.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

$799,800

#407-12633 No. 2 Road

Views of Mount Baker & farmland from this updated, bright, spacious, open-plan top floor corner suite. Some updates include engineered hardwood, roller shade blinds, newer appliances, granite counters. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 secure parking & 2 balconies. Insuite storage plus personal storage room right across the hall.

9' ceilings throughout living area and vaulted ceilings in bedrooms. Quick possession available. Well run building. Great location near South Dyke and London Landing . Walk to Steveston Village, transportation and all amenities.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

$848,000

#303-5011 Springs Blvd, Tsaw

Welcome to the TSAWWASSEN SPRINGS – the most sought after neighbourhood nestled by a par 70 all-season golf course and surrounded by green spaces. Solid concrete building proudly built by Talisman Homes and Shato Holdings Ltd. This lovely and well cared for 2 bedroom + den home boasts in-suite storage, a bright south facing balcony and $10,000 upgrades of Bosch appliances. It comes with 2 parking spots including one EV charging outlet. Conveniently located near Tsawwassen Mills, restaurants, schools, water park, ferries and with easy access to HWY 99.

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$1,088,000

#40-12331 Phoenix Drive

Spacious, family-friendly 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom plus flex (4th bdrm/playroom/home office) townhome in Stevestonʼs Westwater Village. Stunning renovation throughout, including chefʼs kitchen. new blinds, Lutron lighting, engineered hardwood floors, heated tile bathrooms, fixtures, mouldings, Bosch appliances, Nest thermostats and more.

Feels and looks brand new. Vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, and updated separate laundry room. Bright and airy with balcony and private fenced back yard off lower level. Layout and location are ideal for a growing family. Single car garage + one additional parking spot. Steps to transit, Garry Point Park, scenic boardwalk, community centre, and Steveston Village. School catchment includes top-rated Homma Elementary (French Immersion) & McMath Secondary.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

#312-6660 Buswell Street Want to walk to everything central Richmond has to offer? Check out this larger, 2 bdrm, 2 full bath unit located in the Core of Richmond. Excellent location in the complex. Original condition but well maintained, ready for your decorating ideas. Secure parking, free shared laundry.

Maintenance includes heat, h/w and caretaker.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828 & Zack Zhang 778-881-9926

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#9-4388 Moncton Street

Desirable Steveston townhome featuring 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths in the most amazing location, right across from the Steveston Community Centre and Park, in the heart of the Village, steps to the Boardwalk and just a few minutes walk to all amenities. Well maintained with a modern feel, this unit offers an open concept main floor with laminate floors in main area, and newer carpet up. Enjoy the view of greenspace across the street. Kitchen with eating bar, stainless steel appliances, granite counters and lots of storage. Bedrooms are generous with ample closets and new washer/dryer is conveniently upstairs. Tandem garage offers lots of options, with the possibility of making a home office/games room area or another bedroom! Don't miss this opportunity to live the Steveston lifestyle.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

10395 Whister Place

SPECTACULAR almost 4000 square-foot resort style dream home on 9445 sq ft lot. Quality craftsmanship throughout with 4 bedrooms + office & 4.5 baths. Enjoy beautiful sunsets on the covered balcony off Master Bedroom & a relaxing spa with steam shower & body spray massage. Gourmet kitchen with Miele appliances, 6-burner stove, steam oven, 72 inch fridge & a huge wok kitchen. Entertain guests in the dream backyard with 17 foot Swim Spa Pool, hot tub, built-in BBQ, gas fire pit & watch movies on the 100 inch projection screen in Media Room. Your outdoor & indoor space becomes one when you slide open the 7-panel folding patio doors. Bonus: fully detached multipurpose Coach House at back. Wow! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac & family-oriented neighbourhood. Steveston London & Maple Lane catchment. Must See!

Andrea Chu 604-338-6600

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4520 Coventry Drive

#1-9131 Williams Road Welcome to Whiteside Gardens - Well cared for & rarely available 2 level CORNER unit located opposite South Arm Park. Enjoy your sunset walks and summer BBQ fun in the 56 acre park. Recent updates include new lighting fixtures throughout and new bathroom tiles. Bonus: open den on the second floor. Side by side double garage provides extra storage space. French Immersion Whiteside Elementary and McRoberts Secondary are within walking distance.

Restaurants, bank and grocery stores are only a block away.

Don't miss it! Book your private showing today!

Zack Zhang 778-881-9926

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#22-12880 Railway Avenue

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White Rock luxurious 10,203 sqʼ Mansion on 1.07 acre in upscale neighborhood. Executive life style w/class & taste. Modern living perfect for entertainment. AC. Smart-home system. Private landscaped backyard w/covered 1127 sqʼ patio & surround sound for big screen entertainment, out-door kitchen has blt-in gas cook-top, oven & sink.

Gathered around the fire-pit to watch a movie or sing along. Heated pool w/dramatic water feature in beautiful private backyard.

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1509-8288 GRANVILLE AVENUE

Harmony by awarding winning Townline Homes. Centrally located at St. Albans in the heart of Richmond. 15th-Floor, unobstructed beautiful northeast mountain and city view. Elegance & comfort, spacious & bright 942 sq.ft. corner unit. 2 Bedrooms plus flex room. Brand new paint, flooring and AC. Shows like new. Great facilities: gym, party room with open kitchen & snooker table, rooftop garden & playground, plus full-service concierge. Pets & rental friendly. No smoking building.

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1701-7468 LANSDOWNE ROAD

“Cadence” by awarding winning Cressey Development in Oval Village, 3 years young and shows better than new, 1,509 sq.ft. one level penthouse plus 1,078 sq.ft. private Roof Top Garden. 3 or 2 bedrooms plus den, 2-1/2 baths. Open concept. 4ʼ x 4ʼ in-suite storage. 105 sq.ft. SW facing balcony. Tasteful décor.

Hi-end workmanship. Floor to ceiling windows. North West and South facing.

Unobstructed mountain and river view. 4 secured parking stalls and one storage locker. Club house facilities. Excellent location at the Centre of Richmond.

Walking distance to shopping, supermarket, restaurants and Canada Line.

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$858,000

$2,388,000

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9471 BECKWITH ROAD

4220 COVENTRY DRIVE

2,526 sqʼ West Coast style family home. Quiet inside street in family-oriented neighborhood. High vaulted ceiling in living room. 4 bedrooms (3 up + 1 on main). 3 full baths. Open den up overlooking onto living room. 2 gas fireplaces. Kitchen has eating area. Extensively updated with paint, flooring, countertops, lighting & plumbing fixtures. Hot water heating. South facing 60ʼ x 117ʼ lot.

85.69ʼ x 253ʼ lot in this rapidly developing Industrial/office area. Convenient North Richmond location at Bridgeport & Hwy 99 neighboring Costco, Sky Train, Airport, Hwy 91 & 99. Currently zoned CA including Hotel & medical centre, etc usage; or rezone to ZI zoning with 1.85 FAR.

83 SOUTH DYKE RD, NEW WEST

Developersʼ & buildersʼ ALERT! Water front View property in convenient Queensborough siding onto Howes Street amongst new family-oriented homes. The northern 22,608 sqʼ portion has a potential of rezoning to 4 or 5 compact lots (as per OCP) plus a bonus 1.175 acre water lot allowing maintaining & operating a marina for boat moorage at the southern portion of the property.

705-8800 HAZELBRIDGE WAY

CONCORD GARDENS. NW facing corner unit. 915 sq.ft. 2 bdrms+den, 2 full baths. 9ʼ x 5ʼ Balcony.

F/C windows. Spacious & bright. Open plan w/ Bdrms away from each other providing privacy.

BOSCH S/S appliances. laminate wood flr thru-out & air-con. 20,000+/- sq.ft. Diamond Club amenities : bowling lane, badminton ct, indoor pool & more.

Secured parking. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, public transit & Canada Line.

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Saturday, April 24, 2021 • 10:00-2:00 South Arm United Church Parking Lot 11051 No. 3 Road, Richmond

This is a drive-though event with On-site Shredding by Donation Minimum donation amount: $10 per box or bag.

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CHORNEY, Susan Connie Jane It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Susan on March 22, 2021, at the age of 65. She was born and raised in Richmond, but later moved to Ladner. She is survived by her daughter Sheri and son in law Bernard. She was a proud grandmother to Max and Zoe. Susan was predeceased by her mother Sylvia, father John, and brother John JR. Susan was a strong lady with a big heart, always taking care of others in the most thoughtful and caring ways. This was evident with her years of service to the community as a home support worker. There will be a small private service held at a later date.

Family and friends are invited to share fond memories and condolences at; www.deltafuneral.ca

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FREIBERG, Carol It is with heartfelt sadness, the family of Carol Freiberg announces her peaceful passing, with her family by her side. Carol Freiberg was born July 25, 1935 in Kilronan, Saskatchewan, to parents Rosina (Imhoff) and Nicolas Fuchs. Carol was predeceased by her husband Norman Freiberg (1988), her parents Rosina and Nicolas, sister Rosina Lind, brother Hubert (Frances) Fuchs, brother-in-law Hubert Freiberg, and daughter-in-law Amanda Milford. She will be greatly missed by her children, Hugh Freiberg, Rita Freiberg and Robert Freiberg, grandchildren Megan and Paul, Dalton and Trinity, great grandchildren Mia Joy and Miguel, sister-in-law Ruth (Harold) Schmedding, Lydia, many dear cousins, nieces, nephews, dear and very close friends and neighbours .

As a child, Carol enjoyed life on the farm! She especially loved her horse! Carol loved animals and was always holding a cat or two in her arms! Teenage years were spent at the Red Cross barn dances, with her cousins and life long friends!

Carol took nursing in Saskatoon, and first worked in the Misacordia Hospital in Edmonton, then later in the Lloydminster Hospital. In 1958, she married her sweetheart from the Kilronan area, Norman Freiberg and they raised three children. Weekends were spent at their cabin at Little Fishing Lake, enjoying water skiing, dirt biking, and the large gatherings of friends and family around the camp fire. Hawaii and Las Vegas was her favourite winter spot! The family moved to St. Albert in 1968, and Carol later worked at the Youville Nursing Home, along with her many close fiends. She loved nursing, loved helping others and loved the friends she met along the way. 1992, brought a move to BC, living in Kelowna, and later spending some fun times living on Vancouver Island. She loved island hopping and Christmas Arts and Craft shows: her artsy talent included stain glass art and quilting. Retiring on the West Coast, on her acreage in South Delta with her family close by her .

Carol was smart, witty, full of mischief, loved to laugh, always had a smile on her face, and of course loved to play crib! Carol absolutely Loved Rock & Roll, and of course Elvis! Mom taught all of us kids and grandkids how to jive, using a tea towel. Carol always helped people in need and the less fortunate! Never spoke a bad word about anybody and always saw the good in everyone!

Mom had a slight obsession with Christmas lights and decorations; it was definitely her favourite time of year and we usually started at least a month before. She loved to plan large family gatherings and barbeques with family and friends. Mom absolutely loved flowers and banana splits. Her highlight of everyday was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren!

Whether it was watching their concerts at the Sarah MacLaughlin School of Music or playing on their go-carts.

TEASDALE, Clara October 28, 1919 - March 24, 2021 Clarrie passed away on March 24th at Pinegrove Place. She was 101 years young. Clarrie was born in Gateshead, England and immigrated to Canada in 1953, residing in Richmond for over 50 years.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband Foster, and her two sisters Joyce Yeaman and Mary Bullen (Binkie). She is survived by her brother-in-law William Bullen, her niece and nephew Susan and David (Tammy), as well as many loving family members in England and B.C. Clarrie had much will and determination, as well as a very generous heart. She will be dearly missed by us all. We can’t thank all of the staff and friends at Pinegrove enough for all of the love, care and friendship they provided to Clarrie.

Auntie Clarrie, you can rest peacefully now.

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All her family, every one of her relatives and every dear friend, and all her pets, each had a special place in her heart and were very important to her. Carol believed in living life to the fullest and every minute was precious.

We know you will be with us always... for God now has a new angel in heaven ... it’s never goodbye, rather until we meet again mom!!!

To everyone who left a special mark on her heart, we thank you!

The family would like to thank the Delta and Richmond First Responders, who went above and beyond with thier care and support.

And a special thank you to the Richmond Hospital nursing staff and their medical teams for their exceptional care of our Mother.

We are so fortunate to have these caring and compassionate professionals caring for our loved ones. WE THANK YOU ALL! Family and friends are invited to share fond memories and condolences at; www.deltafuneral.ca

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