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Heat dome could just be the start Eve Edmonds

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Since when was the Railway Greenway packed on a Tuesday at 9 p.m.?

Clearly, I wasn’t the only one to notice the mercury dropping and desperate to unchain myself from the fan.

I should note “packed” is a relative term.

But it was busier than I’ve ever seen it. The new bike park at Railway and Granville is clearly a draw. (Kudos to the city on that, by the way.) It looked like a ton of kids were having a blast.

But back to “the heat dome,” which is why so many of us were on the greenway.

A ridge of high pressure was trapping hot air in, like a lid on a pot of boiling water.

Three days in a row, Lytton, (just this side of Kamloops) broke records for the highest temperatures in Canada — ever.

We even caught the attention of young Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg

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who warned in a tweet that the recent heat wave was “just getting started.”

“Highest temperature ever recorded in the planet north of 50N latitude also shattered (44.4C from July 1941),” Thunberg wrote.

And that was in response to Sunday’s measly record of 46.7. Lytton went on to smash that the next day with 47.5 and the day after with a whopping 49.5.

Moreover, those aren’t the only disturbing numbers we’ve heard about.

Police in Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey recorded a record high number of sudden deaths related to the heat. B.C.’s chief coroner, Lisa Lapointe, said her office would normally receive about 165 reports of death over a five-day period. However, from Friday through to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, at least 486 deaths were reported, and that number was expected to climb.

Strangely, Richmond RCMP didn’t record a particularly high number of sudden deaths. Perhaps that sea breeze is saving us, but we’re hardly immune to the crisis.

If there is one thing this past year should have taught us (with its unprecedented event after unprecedented event) is we are not an island — despite being surrounded by water. Be it a virus or a climate crisis, we have to work together, because there’s much more to come.

Scientists acknowledge, we can’t say any specific event is a direct result of climate change, but they are absolutely clear that more of these extreme temperatures are on the way as a result of global warming.

So how do we wrap our minds around all this? What do we do, apart from panic or stick our heads in the sand and wait for the locusts.

Perhaps like tackling any other pressing and overwhelming task, we need to get specific while keeping an eye on the big picture. In other words, notice how our personal actions — decisions whether to drive or ride, pave or plant — have global consequences.

That said, we can’t put this all on you and me as individuals.

There are also powerful political and economic forces that can seriously limit our choices. As in, why exactly did our federal government buy a $12.6 billion pipeline?

Why aren’t electric vehicles more affordable?

But be it at the personal or political level, we need a sense of urgency, a genuine sense of this being a case of life or death.

The amazing thing is we actually have much of the technology needed to drastically reduce global warming. What we don’t have is time. Take it from that prescient 18-year-old, “This is just getting started.”

It’s not lost on me that this is being published on Canada Day, a day that for many this year will not be one of nationalist pride but one of recognition and mourning.

When we contemplate residential schools and colonization in general, we’d do well to contemplate the many ways arrogance and power express themselves.

Be it to First Nations or the environment, now is the time to listen.

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MP’s vote questionable

Open letter to Kenny Chiu, MP for Steveston-Richmond East,

As a Richmond-Steveston resident, I’m writing to express my concern regarding your recent vote on Bill C-6.

I want to preface by saying that I support your fundamental right to take whatever position you, in your heart, feel compelled to take, no matter what I may think of it.

One can reasonably conclude from your vote that you support either: (1) conversion therapy itself, (2) a parent’s or guardian’s right/responsibility to require their child to undergo conversion therapy, or (c) both.

As a father of five, a former pastor, bible college administrator and teacher (I understand you served on Columbia Bible College’s board), I can appreciate that you are probably trying to reconcile your faith, your constituency and your political responsibility to the Constitution and Bill of Rights.

Having said that, as a deep student of both the Bible and science, I would urge you to strongly reconsider your position

with regard to Bill C-6.

Forcing conversion in the name of a particular religious viewpoint is ethically and pedagogically the same as “civilizing” Indigenous children and indoctrinating them to become “more Canadian” (i.e. more Christian and Eurocentric).

The bill isn’t even categorically criminalizing conversion therapy; people may still voluntarily participate in it. Rather, it is criminalizing the forcing, pressuring or requiring of this therapy because, as the overwhelming scientific evidence indicates, it does magnitudes greater harm than whatever good is seen to come of it.

As a parent and former pastor who believes ardently in our democracy, rights and religious liberty, I believe that an individual’s right to be who and what they are, enshrined in our Constitution, transcends any perceived right a parent has to convert them to a particular religious viewpoint.

I am morally compelled to support Bill C-6’s focus on legally protecting a child’s most basic human rights to be themselves

when their own parents will not. Sad, but necessary.

I am fundamentally disappointed that you chose to put your own personal religious convictions above your constitutional and legal responsibilities. As a private citizen, I support your right to believe whatever you want. As a public servant, I believe your vote raises fundamental questions about your qualification to protect and defend the laws and constitution of this country.

I appeal to you to reconsider your position, considering its impact on the human beings you represent. It’s a fundamental discordance with both the teachings of Jesus and any rational and compassionate approach to a civil and democratic society.

Paul Donnett RICHMOND

Editor’s note: See page 28 for story.

In a reply to this letter writer, MP Kenny Chiu says he is against conversion therapy, but voted against Bill C-6 for other reasons.

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Cancelling Canada Day isn’t solution Dear Editor,

A quick note to the people of Richmond: Nobody is forcing you to celebrate Canada Day this year, or any year.

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However, please don’t try to cancel Canada day for 40 million Canadians by saying you are speaking for everyone.

You’re not.

I’d say the majority of Canadians have enough pride in their hearts to want to appreciate what we have living in Canada, and we can mourn what we’ve lost at the same time.

Canada Day can be for both. Cancelling it and hiding it from sight is no way to honour anyone in Canada’s history.

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Let First Nations flourish Dear Editor,

The wake of the recent discoveries of hundreds of unmarked graves on the sites of the former Kamloops and Marieval Residential Schools have been a wake-up call for our nation, serving as an opportunity for many to realize the true extent of some of the horrors of our shockingly not-so-distant past.

Furthermore, it should be startling for all to learn that this discovery is simply confirmation of what many have known for decades.

The fact that these stories and testimonies have gone widely unheard after all this time shines a spotlight on our own shortcomings as a society.

As such, I encourage Richmondites to continue to pressure our governments to release records and continue ground-penetrating radar

searches, because the first step to reconciliation is truth.

Understandably, these discoveries and the subsequent national mourning has prompted many calls to cancel this year’s Canada Day festivities, out of respect for those most affected by this news.

Many feel that it is simply not appropriate to celebrate the confederation of a country whose darkest evils have come to light so recently.

Many others, however, have rejected these calls for a variety of reasons, including sentiments that doing so accomplishes nothing, fails to recognize positive aspects of our history or simply that it is not the best path forward.

Whatever the reason for disagreement, Canadians are divided, and division is never the answer.

As such, I propose the following: make this Canada Day about our Indigenous history.

This year, instead of celebrating our confederation, let us observe and celebrate the cultures, traditions, beliefs, values, cuisine, languages and festivities that were all once attempted to be erased.

Let’s also spread awareness of issues affecting Indigenous communities.

Let us do the opposite of what was once attempted by the residential schools, and let Indigenous cultures flourish in the spotlight.

This way, it is more profound than just a simple holiday, but a celebration of good triumphing over evil, and the failure to erase innocent people.

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Children got a buzz from our park Dear Editor, We recently had children from Garden City Elementary tour Paulik Park.

Richmond Garden Club adopted the maintenance of 1.5 acres of perennial garden beds. Along with community volunteers we work very hard on keeping the gardens beautiful for our visitors.

the children how bees and other pollinators are important to our survival. They learned that onethird of the food we eat comes from bees and other pollinators.

The children returned with lovely hand-drawn posters, which are now hanging in the park where the hives used to be.

Folks, listen to your kids. They The children had heard about understand the value of taking the vandalism with the beehives care of nature!

Linda Pasacreta in the park. On three occasions someone kicked over the very acRICHMOND GARDEN CLUB tive hives. Finally, the beekeeper moved the hives out of the park. The children were sad Readers’ letters you see here are published at and distraught Richmond-News.com/opinion on the following that someone Saturday and Sunday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. would do this.

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Shootings not gang-related Alan Campbell

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Police investigating the shooting deaths of two people at a Richmond home on Friday evening have said there was no connection to gang conflict.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) released a statement Monday morning saying the fatal incident was “isolated” and that there is “no risk to the public.”

IHIT was sparse on details and said it’s still working to identify the two deceased after the shooting near Barnard Drive and Westminster Highway in the Terra Nova neighbourhood.

But it added that only “one of the de-

ceased was a victim of a homicide,” which would indicate that one of them was the shooter, although that has not been confirmed by police.

“We are not looking for any outstanding suspects,” said Sgt. David Lee with IHIT. “We will be reaching out to family and friends of the persons involved, seeking information, and offering support.”

If there is anyone who has information or if you were in the area of Barnard Drive and Westminster in the hours leading up to the homicide, investigators would like to encourage members of the public to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the IHIT Information Line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448), or by email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.

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Despite the rules around COVID-19 being eased on July 1 across B.C., the City of Richmond will still require people to wear masks in its indoor facilities.

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced earlier this week that the wearing of masks at indoor facilities is now only “recommended” from July 1, as part Step 3 in B.C.’s restart plan.

The city implemented a mandatory mask requirement in all its indoor facilities on Nov. 1 last year, just before the provincial mandate.

In a statement released Wednesday morning, the city said that, although indoor mask wearing is only “recommended” rather than mandatory, the

“city will continue to maintain the mask requirement for now in keeping with council’s commitment to community safety during the pandemic.”

As such, masks will continue to be required when entering and inside common areas of community centres, libraries, arenas, pools, Minoru Centre for Active Living, the Cultural Centre, heritage sites, fire-rescue facilities and City Hall.

The city release added that, while mask wearing remains mandatory, exceptions will be permitted for people with sensory, cognitive or physical disabilities; those with chronic health conditions and/or who are unable to wear a face covering; and children age 12 and under.

Customers doing the likes of fitness classes or swimming will not have to wear a mask during their activity.

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Charges laid after autistic teen assaulted The alleged assault was reported to Richmond RCMP by two witnesses; however, the victim left the park prior to police attending.

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A 21-year-old man has been charged with assault after allegedly attacking an autistic Richmond teenager at a basketball court.

Due to the significance of the injuries described by the witnesses, the officer went to Richmond Hospital where he found the victim.

Dominic Rallon Jao, of Ontario, has been charged with assault causing bodily harm after the incident at Richmond Secondary last August.

“This is an excellent example of the key role the public plays in investigations,” said Cpl. Adriana O’Malley, of Richmond RCMP.

“We want to commend all of the witnesses that came forward and aided in our investigation. The evidence they provided was instrumental in identifying the alleged suspect.”

O’Malley added that after police spoke to the victim’s father, “it’s evident the profound impact this incident has had on their family. This was felt by our investigators who worked tirelessly throughout this investigation to support and in the words of the victim’s father ‘create a mental comfort zone’ for his son.”

According to a police statement a few days after the alleged assault, the boy was playing basketball at around 7 p.m. when he was apparently punched by another male, who had been made aware of the victim’s autism.

The victim, according to police, suffered a large cut to his lip and a concussion.

An email from the victim’s father to RCMP investigators talked about how “guilty” he felt about the situation.

17 arrested in joint bust by Mounties, transit police Kirsten Clarke KCLARKE@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Seventeen people have been arrested as part of a joint operation between Richmond RCMP and Metro Vancouver Transit Police.

local businesses, Richmond Mounties said in a statement on Friday, adding that two of the people arrested had outstanding warrants.

mit crime. This is why we will continue to work these joint operations,” said Sgt. Simon Lee, NCO in-charge of targeted enforcement units.

Richmond RCMP spokesperson. “We are committed to supporting local merchants and businesses by actively seeking out those intent on stealing from them.”

The joint operation focused on individuals who were taking transit into Richmond to commit crime.

Some of the most commonly stolen items included batteries, food such as cheese or steak, alcohol, as well as razor blades for men’s shavers, clothing and cosmetics.

Anyone who may have information regarding a potential crime is urged to contact the police of jurisdiction.

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Record-breaking heat wave grips B.C. Coroners service, police report spike in deaths across the province Kirsten Clarke KCLARKE@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Richmondites have been finding ways to stay cool amid the unprecedented heat wave that’s gripped B.C. over the past few days, with temperatures in the city soaring into the 30s.

Several residents shared photos of how they’re beating the heat via the Richmond News’ Facebook page (a photo gallery has been posted on Richmond-News.com).

Jacquie Lafaut said her daughter made a pool with an old trampoline frame and tarp, while Winnie Tam said her family had water fights and visited the water park for three days.

Irene Leung’s family took to Steveston Outdoor Pool, while other residents reported using multiple fans and in at least one case, a make-shift air conditioner.

The heat wave also knocked fans off the shelves at several Richmond stores.

All of the Staples locations in the city were sold out as early as Saturday, while London Drugs said they are “experiencing increased demand” for fans, with none available in-store as of Tuesday afternoon, although stock could be replenished.

The News also reached out to Best Buy and Costco, but didn’t hear back by publication.

Records shattered Much of the province was placed under a heat warning on Friday, with Environment Canada warning of “unseasonably warm” temperatures.

According to Environment Canada, the weather station at Vancouver International Airport hit 25 degrees Celsius on Friday and up to 32 degrees between Saturday and Tuesday. At the Vancouver Harbour station, temperatures hit 27 on Friday, up to 33 degrees on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, and 31 on Tuesday.

Pitt Meadows CS station, meanwhile, saw

Richmond residents found ways to beat the heat over the past few days. Irene Leung’s family (left) headed to Steveston Outdoor Pool while Jacquie Lafaut’s daughter made a pool using an old trampoline frame (right). Submitted photos 33 degrees on Friday, and into the 40s over the weekend. The town hit an all-time record of 41.4 degrees on Monday.

Lytton, in the Interior, broke Canada’s alltime record three days in a row. On Tuesday afternoon, the town saw temperatures hit 49.5 degrees Celsius.

The former all-time Canadian high was 45 degrees, recorded in 1937 in Saskatchewan.

B.C. Hydro, meanwhile, reported that demand for electricity had shattered its all-time summer peak hourly record for the third day in a row, hitting 8,516 megawatts Monday night.

Spike in deaths across B.C. The heat wave has also proven deadly for many across the province.

Richmond RCMP said there were four sudden deaths in the city between Saturday and Monday.

However, these numbers are a fraction of those reported by Burnaby, Surrey and Vancouver, where police have responded to dozens of deaths during the heat wave.

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The BC Coroners Service is also reporting a “significant” spike in reported deaths.

Richmond RCMP said in a statement that contributing causes and manner of death in each of the four Richmond cases are still being determined by the coroners service, which will also determine whether any of the deaths were heat-related. RCMP also said the number of deaths — which took place over a 48-hour period between Saturday morning and Monday morning — doesn’t appear to be a “variation from the normal.”

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Surrey RCMP recorded 38 sudden deaths over less than 36 hours, far higher than the two to five reported on an average day.

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In a statement Wednesday, Lisa Lapointe, B.C.’s chief coroner, said an “unprecedented number of deaths” has been reported to the BC Coroners Service since the outset of the heat wave.

Between Friday and 1 p.m. Wednesday, “at least” 486 sudden and unexpected deaths were reported to the agency. This is a 195 per cent increase over the approximately 165 deaths that would typically occur in B.C. over a five-day period.

The numbers are preliminary and are expected to increase, Lapointe said.

“While it is too early to say with certainty how many of these deaths are heat related, it is believed likely that the significant increase in deaths reported is attributable to the extreme weather,” she said.

No cooling centres The City of Richmond set up tents and spray misters this week, but, as of Monday, was still waiting for “clarity” on whether they could open cooling centres despite provincial health orders on physical distancing.

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In a release on Friday warning of the risks of extreme heat, Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) said “no one should be denied access to (cooling centres) because of concerns about crowding or physical distancing.”

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In addtion to parks and covered picnic tables, the city installed water spray misters at six parks and increased public swimming time at Steveston pool (registration is required).

No one who needs to escape from the heat will be turned away from city facilities, spokesperson Clay Adams said.

Vaccination clinics still a go While the heat wave shuttered some vaccination sites in Metro Vancouver, VCH said that wouldn’t be the case in Richmond.

The Richmond clinics — River Rock Casino and Kwantlen Polyechnic University — did not cancel or reschedule any appointments because of the heat.

Jeremy Deutsch, VCH spokesperson, said necessary steps are being followed to make sure staff and the public are taken care of at the vaccination sites during the heat wave, including setting up umbrellas at the sites to provide shade, and water and cooling packs for people who may feel overheated.

Vaccine and testing clinics were cancelled in the Fraser Health region due to the heat, including clinics in Burnaby, Mission, Surrey and South Surrey, Coquitlam and Langley COVID-19 Testing and Immunization centres.

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Richmond public schools were closed on Monday and Tuesday due to the heat.

Elementary students were able to pick up their belongings and report cards, with school staff on site at the usual start time — but students were then dismissed for the summer.

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Schools will let students know about Grade 7 graduation ceremonies if they were supposed to take place Monday or Tuesday, the school district explained in a letter posted on its website.

High school students were asked to stay home, but could expect some communication from their school on how yearbooks, scholarships and awards will be distributed. While secondary students had their last day of formal classes last week, some were supposed to attend for makeup work. Individual schools should be contacting these students, according to the district.

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For members of Tsatsu Stalqayu — Coastal Wolf Pack — Canada Day this year will not be a celebration; rather, it’s a time for education and mourning.

The Coast Salish Indigenous group that performs traditional songs and dances in their regalia will be part of Richmond’s virtual Canada Day events this Thursday.

“We’re here to educate society and let society know we are here, we’re alive, we’re strong and we will heal from the residential schools,” said Iona Paul, one of the lead members of the group and a Richmond resident.

The recent discoveries of unmarked graves in Kamloops and Saskatchewan on the grounds of residential schools has cast a sombre mood on the annual July 1 holiday with some cities cancelling Canada Day festivities all together.

“When it comes to Canada Day, yes, we will sing, but we’re not singing in celebration, we are singing in sorrow, we are singing in mourning,” Paul said.

In Kamloops, it’s estimated there are 215 bodies buried outside the former Kamloops Indian Residential School, some may be as young as three years old.

Last week, more unmarked graves were found outside another former residential school in Saskatchewan.

Paul said the effect of the news is still a “fresh, open

wound.”

“Communities across Turtle Island mourn these babies,” Paul said.

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“We just need to mourn these babies for a moment, we need to take care of them spiritually. After we’ve done that, then we’ll discuss what needs to be done,” she added.

About 150,000 Indigenous children were forced to attend residential schools, run by churches, across Canada and many suffered physical, emotional and sexual abuse.

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“What they did to us, our health, when we were in those residential schools, there’s so much more ugly that’s going to come out,” Paul said.

But Indigenous people don’t want pity as they are strong people, having survived the residential school system, she added. Instead, they want acknowledgment of past wrongs.

“We want the acknowledgment that is what the Catholic school system has done to us,” Paul said. “We want the acknowledgment that they need to be accountable for the deaths of our people.”

Paul said she hopes people “really listen to us” this Canada Day, but living in Richmond, she doesn’t see much input about Indigenous people in society and no acknowledgment of

living on Musqueam land, something she’s brought up with the local government.

discussions about a variety of issues, possibly the lawsuit as well.

“Richmond, you’re living on Musqueam land and you don’t acknowledge the Musqueam people — shame on you, shame on you,” she said.

“My ambition is we can talk it out,” he said. “I would like a fuller relationship (with the Musqueam).”

Part of the reason they formed Coastal Wolf Pack was to educate the public that Coast Salish people reside in the Lower Mainland.

The mayor of Richmond, Malcolm Brodie, has previously said, because of ongoing litigation between several First Nations bands and the City of Richmond, there can’t be a land acknowledgment at the city’s public meetings.

But Brodie said he’s hoping to meet in the near future with the chief of the Musqueam Indian Band for

He sees this meeting as a “first step” in building that stronger relationship.

Canada Day this year should be about reflecting on various cultures but especially the Indigenous culture, Brodie said, “and to make sure that our thoughts reflect the various aspects of the situations they’ve gone through and the very difficult journey to today.”

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In honour of a summer of Pride, Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s (KPU) Richmond campus will have a staircase painted in “Progress Pride” colours.

The staircase at the Richmond campus is one of several projects across KPU’s campuses to mark Pride, including crosswalks at the Langley and Surrey campuses and pillars and a pathway at Cloverdale.

The work will take place this summer, starting at Surrey, where the 11 Progress Pride colours were painted on pillars above and below the KPU sign last week.

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“These pillars, crosswalks, pathways, and staircases represent a public commitment by KPU to diversity and inclusion, to creating a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where 2SLGBTQ+ folx and people of all genders and sexualities feel they belong and are respected,” said Shalini Vanan, Pride Advocacy Group (PAG) co-chair and manager of Sport, Recreation and Health Promotion at KPU. Painting concrete doesn’t in itself achieve that environment, according to Romy Kozak, also PAG co-chair, and director of diversity at KPU, but it “sets up an expectation and a promise, a pledge, an invitation and an obligation to do the work we need to do to make it a reality.

“There has been significant progress over the past few decades but what has also become more evident are huge KPU Surrey gaps and inequities that persist among 2SLGBTQ+ people, as in our society in general, due to factors such as race, gender, disability, socio-economic background, religion, and nationality.”

Pride, for Vanan, is a time to “renew and re-energize our commitment to the struggle for real equality for everyone, especially those who are still being beaten down and living in the shadows.”

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KPU is also working to offer more trans- and non-binary friendly documentation processes for students and is moving towards creating more gender-neutral washrooms.

KPU is participating in the Vancouver Pride Parade on Aug. 1. During Thrive Month in October, when KPU focuses on health and wellness, events will include awareness workshops and a screening of Alex Sangha’s new film Emergence: Out of the Shadows.

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Richmond Centre Conservative member of Parliament Alice Wong refused an interview from the Richmond News about why she voted against a bill to restrict conversion therapy.

In fact, in a request for an interview, Wong’s office manager Sasha Peters emailed the News saying Bill C-6 is a sensitive topic, and “as the potential for miscommunication is high, on this particular topic we are choosing to communicate in writing.”

Both Wong and Steveston-Richmond East MP Kenny Chiu voted against the final version of the bill.

Conversion therapy seeks to change someone’s sexual

orientation to be heterosexual, something the bill’s summary states “causes harm to persons who are subjected to it, particularly children.”

Instead of doing an interview, Wong’s office sent a written statement about why she voted against the bill, which read, in part, “the government should not be in the business of dictating conversations people have with each other. Bill C-6 puts an implicit veil of prosecution on such conversation if the ‘incorrect’ topic is discussed.”

In fact, Bill C-6 allows consenting adults to take part in conversion therapy, but it prohibits charging a fee as well as promoting and advertising it.

The bill, an amendment to Canada’s Criminal Code which passed 263-63, also makes it illegal to subject a child to conversion therapy or to send a child abroad for conversion therapy.

Chiu told the News the bill, in its current form, made the definition of conversion therapy too broad and limited access to adults, who might want to seek it out, by not allowing it to be promoted or advertised.

“I’m not satisfied (the bill) strikes a balance... (between) protecting Canadians’ rights and also protecting young Canadians not being subjected to conversion therapy,” Chiu said.

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Richmond boasts a great diversity of backgrounds: over 150 different ethnic origins with at least 25 residents were reported.

The most commonly reported ethnic origin in Richmond is Chinese, with 107,080 people or 54 percent of the City’s population having this background. This proportion has grown from 34% in 1996, 40% in 2001, 45% in 2006, and 49% in 2011.

Chiu said in principle he opposes conversion therapy but with “any law we have to be careful.”

But Chiu’s “nay” vote was enough to make two recent Steveston-London grads leave a youth advisory council run by his office.

Mina Chong and Krishangi Dandapure both resigned from the council after hearing about Chiu’s vote.

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While Dandapure had ALICE WONG’S OFFICE heard of Chiu attending an anti-SOGI (Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity) meeting, she thought, hearing his more recent comments supporting the LGBTQ community, that he’d had a shift in perspective.

So, when he voted against Bill C-6, it was “quite a shock.”

“Because of the extremity of conversion therapy, I think there was, for me, outrage,” Dandapure said.

Chong and Dandapure wrote to the MP’s office and sent a letter to the News stating their reasons for stepping down from the youth advisory council.

Chiu has said on his website and in Parliament how conversion therapy is dangerous, Chong pointed out.

“But then to see this vote against a ban… this was something really brought me to a decision where I decided this letter needed to be written and this brought to (the public’s) attention,” Chong said.

Many Conservative MPs including Erin O’Toole, the Conservative leader of the opposition, however, voted in favour of the bill.

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Vancouver International Airport (YVR) says it has suspended its cull of feral rabbits after “hearing from the community on different options.”

A Richmond rabbit group was among those upset

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CTV News reported last Tuesday it learned of “a man with an active firearm” shooting rabbits in the middle of the night at the airport, reportedly close to a

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“This was not wildlife control, it was slaughtering pets,” said Rabbitats’ founder, Sorelle Saidman, in an email to the Richmond News.

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City top salary at $325,000

City directors and managers, the fire chief and the city’s lawyer were some of the top-paid employees in Richmond in 2020, according to city documents.

The highest-paid Richmond city employee was George Duncan, the chief administrative officer, who earned $325,490 and received $38,414 in benefits.

The Richmond Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) report was published this week with salaries of all employees earning more than $75,000 at the city. Twenty-six Richmond employees earned more than $150,000 in 2020.

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When salary and benefits are combined, Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie earned $178,483 (and $24,771 in benefits).

Richmond councillors in the meantime, made almost $81,000 in 2020, except Coun. Chak Au who waived a large increase in 2019 after the federal government cancelled a tax exemption for council members.

According to city spokesperson Clay Adams, salaries are influenced by the role and responsibilities as well as experience, complexity, union contracts and the market.

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She is Black and Muslim and wears a hijab.

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“Younger students who look like me, they can know those things are possible, those achievements are possible for them as well,” said Raeyan. “(They know) that they have the opportunity to grow and learn at McMath.”

In Grade 8, Raeyan made the decision herself to start wearing a hijab.

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In the last two months (April 1- June 1) , gold has gone from $1686 US to 1915 US .This is almost $230 US increase.

However in that same time period gold only rose $130 Canadian due to the rose in the Canadian dollar.

This is similar to 2011 when gold hit its high of $1925 US which translated to $1875 Canadian due to our dollar being worth more than the US.

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The new high in gold was last August when gold reached $2063 US which was almost $2700 CDN. Many analysts think gold is still going to increase but many of the same analysts believe that the Canadian dollar is also going to increase.

Silver has had a much bigger increase in the last year with prices last June at $18.00 US compared to $28.00 US today.

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Others are buying figuring prices are going to rise due to increased demand for high tech industry.

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• Exercises and stretches to increase the neck’s strength and flexibility • Improved postural habits when using smartphones and other mobile devices • Having your neck checked for subluxations, or misalignments caused by texting

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Silver still is not reached its high from 1980 at $50.00 CDN or 2011 high of $48.00 CDN.

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Q: Can Chiropractors help with Text Neck?

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The act of looking down at your phone for long periods of time can place tremendous strain on your neck muscles. The tension in the muscles pulls on the vertebrae they attach to, and can cause misalignments in your spine, or subluxations. So, despite trying to stretch your neck, or holding your phone more upright and level with your eyes, you may notice the pain in your neck continues. If so, you could greatly benefit from a chiropractic check up. As part of our thorough exam, we can check your range of motion and palpate the spine for misalignments/subluxations, or areas of nerve stress. Adjustments to the spine can reduce that nerve interference and allow your muscles to relax and function properly. So don’t suffer with pain, when chiropractic can offer a natural solution to your text neck. Call for your complementary consultation.

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‘We are the generation of change:’ McMath grad

Raeyan said the graduating class of 2021 at McMath was very outspoken about world issues, like global warming and racial injustice.

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And her message to her graduating class in her address was that they can overcome anything — that “we are the generation of change.”

Input into antiracism group

Seeing books and movies at school showing people of diverse backgrounds would help pave the way for all students to see they, too, can succeed in a variety of ways.

This was some of the feedback Raeyan recently gave to the Richmond School District’s Diversity and Antiracism Working

Group. Young students are impressionable and not seeing themselves represented in material used in classrooms can limit their career path, she added.

As the Black Lives Matter movement was gaining strength across North America, the school district struck this working group to address racism.

Raeyan will be studying nursing at the University of Ottawa this fall. Upon graduation, she got the Gillian Cooper Leadership Award, the parent advisory council’s and the student council scholarships.

— Maria Rantanen/Richmond News Search McMath valedictorian for full story at Richmond-News.com

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Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL), A: commonly known as sudden deafness, is an

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Doctors think that viral infections, head trauma, autoimmune diseases or some neurological disorders may cause SSNHL. In most cases, in spite of thorough evaluation, the underlying cause of SSNHL is unknown or uncertain. The main treatment for SSNHL is steroids, and for the best chance of recovery they have to be given in the first 72 hours of hearing loss. Hyperbaric oxygen treatment is another treatment option.

SSNHL is a medical emergency. Please go to hospital emergency if it happens to you! The early treatment likely gives the better outcomes.

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If you die without a Will and you have no surviving nextof-kin, your estate would eventually escheat or pass to the Crown in right of the Province.

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I bother fixing it? Are there other plumbing things I should consider doing in the summertime?

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As far as other things to do, I am a big fan of doing things in the off season, when there is not a sense of emergency. When it is Hot out, I think people should be servicing their Boilers and Furnaces. That way they will be good and ready for when the cold comes. It’s also a good time to consider any outside work. Adding Gas lines and BBQ Boxes. Dealing with Drainage issues etc…

This question comes up from time to time. If someone dies intestate, that is without leaving a valid Will, there is no legal way of knowing what your wishes are regarding the distribution of your estate. In the case of an intestacy, the distribution and administration of ones’ estate is governed by Provincial law. If someone dies without a Will, they have no legally appointed representative to look after the affairs of their estate, and so that roll defaults to Public Guardian and Trustee’s Office of B.C., or the Court can appoint an Administrator to act on your behalf - in the event someone applies to the Court to do so. In B.C., statute law governs which next-of-kin will inherit someone’s estate if a person dies without a Will.

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Habs fan locks himself away for Stanley Cup the Habs thanks to gifts from students during his 24 years in teaching, said he first started watching the team because the Canucks of the day were “terrible and boring.”

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Montreal Canadiens diehard fan Jeff Mah, with his two daughters, Ellie (right) and Abbie, surrounded by all of Mah’s Habs’ collection.

Just before 5 p.m. last Monday afternoon, Richmond’s Jeff Mah was switching off his phone and shutting himself into isolation in his TV room.

A few minutes later, Richmond high school teacher Mah was quite literally on the edge of his seat — more likely standing up and pacing — as his beloved Montreal Canadiens took to the ice in their first Stanley Cup Final for 28 years.

Mah, who teaches at Steveston-London, has been a diehard Canadiens (AKA Habs) fan since he, himself, was at high school in Nanaimo more than 30 years ago.

In that time, the 49-year-old was lucky enough to see his team get to one Stanley Cup Final, in 1993, when they defeated the LA Kings four games to one.

But it has been a barren and desolate path ever since for the Habs and, indeed, for Mah, who has had to endure all kinds of ribbing from his Canuck-supporting friends for

the best part of three decades.

“I have been nervous from the moment I woke up and been getting more nervous as the day goes on,” Mah told the Richmond News Monday morning.

“It has been so long. Most of my co-workers were just born the last time we were in the final.

“There’s usually a big family dinner on a Monday night.

Not tonight, I will be switching my phone off and watching it on TV by myself.”

Mah, whose Steveston-London classroom is homage to

“It was the late ‘80s, Montreal was this great team, full of great personalities, such as LeClair and Richer,” added Mah. “I still just have the jersey from 1989, it still fits, I think. It has been a long journey with these guys, 30 years or so.

“We won it in 1993 and it has been a very up and down time since then and, of course, I get all the jabs from my friends.”

This year’s cup run, however, has been “an amazing feeling” for Mah, who knows, if you dish it out, you have to take the punishment from Canuck friends.

“There’s been a lot of punishment over the years,” he laughed. I used to watch the Canucks-Habs games with friends, but had to stop watching it with them. The amount of ribbing you get for every goal against, for every hit. It was too much.”

The Habs lost the first game to Tampa Bay, with game 2 set to go Wednesday evening, after the News’ deadline.

Surplus fresh fruit being gathered for those in need For people whose fruit trees produce more fruit than they know what to do with, a Richmond notfor-profit has a solution that benefits the whole community.

The Richmond Food Security Society (RFSS), which just changed

its name to “Urban Bounty,” is kicking off the summer by rebooting its Fruit Recovery Program.

and other community partners, according to Sarina Clay Smith, program manager.

Urban Bounty will send out a group of trained volunteers to pick up the unused fruit and transport it to the Richmond Food Bank

Smith told the Richmond News at just one of their picks two weeks ago they collected 160 pounds of strawberries from a local farmer,

and they are still looking to expand their reach this year.

terested in being fruit pickers are also welcome to join. Smith said their youngest volunteer is 15, while the oldest is 85.

In 2018 and 2019, they collected almost 12,000 pounds of fruit and donated more than 9,000 pounds of fresh fruit last year.

For information, go to Richmondfoodsecurity.org.

Meanwhile, people who are in-

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Travel Insurance – With Covid restrictions easing, people are starting to travel internationally. Make sure you have a comprehensive travel policy in place before leaving to your destination. Ask about Covid Coverage.

Securing your home – Before leaving on that summer vacation, make sure your home is properly secured. Have neighbors pick up your mail and install timers for your lights. For those longer trips away, have a competent & trusted person checking your home every 2 – 3 days.

Trailer / Watercrafts / ATV’s – Camping and getting out on the water are a part of our summertime activities. Make sure you have insurance in place to protect those summertime toys. Wear your helmets & life jackets!

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COMMUNITY Seniors’ run/walk club set to restart next week Alan Campbell

After more than a year’s hiatus due to the pandemic, a popular Richmond running club for seniors is about to kick-start its regular meet-ups.

However, with B.C. moving into “Step 3” of the return to normal, the club has set its own return for a walk/run on Monday, July 5, with Waves Coffee House in Steveston at 8:30 a.m. the meeting place.

Club founder John Young said the group will make its way along the South Dyke route, with coffee afterwards at Waves.

“After a 16-month break, we are looking forward to running and walking together and having coffee again,” said Young.

“As seniors, most of us have the single

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dose and a majority of us will have the second dose by club re-start day July 5.

“We may not get our usual 30 – 40 members out for the first time post-COVID, but we shall see how we do.”

After a one-year absence, the club is also planning to bring back its signature annual event, The Forever Young 8K outside the Olympic Oval on Sunday, Sept. 12.

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YVR ready to welcome back travellers “As measures ease, we are committed to keeping our community and passengers informed of what to expect at the airport,” said Robyn McVicker, YVR’s vice-president of passenger journey.

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Vancouver International Airport (YVR) says it’s ready to welcome back travellers — some of whom may be heading to the airport for the first time in over a year — as COVID-19 restrictions continue to ease up.

“We are asking travellers to be prepared, be patient and have confidence — YVR and our partners are ready to deliver a safe, effortless experience.”

The provincial government announced Tuesday that it would be moving to the next phase of its four-step reopening plan on July 1.

This third phase will allow Canada-wide recreational travel.

Meanwhile, the federal government has announced that, as of the night of July 5, fully vaccinated Canadians and permanent residents will be able to enter the country without having to quarantine as long as they test negative for COVID-19 before and upon their arrival.

While travel restrictions are loosening, YVR cautions the process of passing through the border will be a bit different than what people may be used to.

For example, those returning to Canada need to follow the federal government’s entry requirements, including pre-departure testing, using the ArriveCan app and pre-registering for an arrival test at the airport and quarantine plans where applicable.

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People are also asked to be patient once they arrive at the airport.

YVR has compiled a series of tips, known as “ready, set, fly,” to help travellers prepare for their trip through YVR. 1.

Ready — Get ready for your trip by being well prepared: • Make sure your passport is valid and you have the right travel documentation.

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• Security screening now includes a few extra steps, including temperature checks.

• For those entering Canada from the U.S. or another international destination, the border process is more comprehensive — completing forms using the ArriveCan app and pre-registering for testing can streamline the steps of your re-entry.

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• Many retail and concession partners have reopened, including favourite global brands and local flavours. The airport says some some new locations will open very soon.

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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.

#310-7431 Blundell Road

WOW! This totally renovated 3 bedroom SOUTHWEST corner unit home on the 8th floor in the very well run Centrepointe complex offers 1384 SF of super spacious living. Come home to a brand new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, waterfall-style quartz countertops and bar seating for 3! Super bright with amazing floor to ceiling windows, 2 new bathrooms, new floors throughout, custom lighting, fresh paint, smart storage spaces and master closet, insuite laundry and 2 large balconies. Comes complete with 1 secure parking & 1 storage locker. All this in a great location that’s just steps to Lansdowne Mall, Canada Line, Kwantlen College, Save-On Foods, restaurants & more. A pleasure to show and a must see!

#223-9551 Alexandra Road

#806-8811 Lansdowne Road

$588,000

TOP FLOOR & OPEN VIEWS! $259,000

SPECTACULAR 16/F 1 BDRM + DEN NE CORNER 3 BDRM HOME / INVESTMENT

STEVESTON VILLAGE

$899,000

LARGE 1265 SF 2 BED + DEN

Spectacular 1 bedroom + den on the 16th floor with spectacular views of the NS mountains and the river at the desirable Sorrento East building at Capstan Village. This bright & air-conditioned home offers 565 sq ft of spacious living, laminate floors, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, walk-thru closet to a semiensuited bathroom & a great NW corner balcony. All this in a wellrun complex that comes complete with indoor swimming pool, hot tub, gym, basketball / badminton court, golf simulator, playground & lounge areas. 1 parking & 1 bike locker included. Excellent convenient location that’s just steps to shopping, restaurants, buses & the future Capstan Way Skytrain Station. Don’t miss out!

This super bright TOP FLOOR 3 bedroom condo is positioned perfectly on the NE corner of the building and offers picturesque open views from every room, 1040 SF of spacious living, insuite storage, large balcony & 1 full bathroom. Great for personal enjoyment or as an excellent investment that can provide a 6%+ cap rate. Maint fee includes property taxes, heat, hot water, water, sewer & caretaker.

Bristol Court offers affordable living in a well-managed leasehold community that was recently re-piped in 2020 with new windows, patio doors, roof, balconies and building envelope within the last 5 years. All this and just steps to Broadmoor Shopping Mall, Richlea Square, buses, South Arm Community Centre / Park, Bridge Elementary & McRoberts Secondary. Fully rentable but sorry no pets.

Wow! Large 1265 sq ft 2 bedrooms + den with 2 extra large covered balconies ready for your year round enjoyment.

Other features include large insuite storage, huge open kitchen with maple cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, & hardwood floors. Quiet peaceful outlook from both balconies facing North overlooking the courtyard.

Enjoy the lifestyle of waterfront living and being just steps to everything. 30 seconds to Starbucks in the morning, 1 minute walk to assorted restaurants for lunch or dining and across the street from a walk or bike ride on the boardwalk. Steveston Village… it’s a Community… it’s a home… it’s a lifestyle…

#1602-3333 Sexsmith Road

#302-8060 Ryan Road

#303-4111 Bayview Street

NEW LISTING

$539,000

NEW LISTING

$509,900

IMPRESS YOUR CLIENTS! $27/SF

LIVE WORK LOFT WITH WATER VIEW

#152-6168 London Road THE VILLAGE IN STEVESTON

$788,000

AMAZING 2 BDRM + DEN

Prime Steveston Village location! This large 1100 sf 2 bed + den with 2 large covered decks is in the heart of the Village and just steps to restaurants, shops, coffee spots, community centre, library, buses, parks & everything else Steveston has to offer. Bright open floor plan offers separated bedrooms both ensuited and with large walk in closets.

Other bonuses are large den with access to one of the covered decks, big insuite storage and 2 side by side parking spots. Super clean & ready to move in!

#213-4280 Moncton Street

GRANVILLE & RAILWAY $349,000

ADULT ORIENTED 50 YRS+

Rarely available 766 sq ft 1 bedroom + den at Sharon Manor. This unit is cozy, clean and well cared for with updated bath & kitchen back splash, crown mouldings & has insuite laundry. Adult oriented complex suitable for aged 50+ yrs and older. No pets allowed and rentals currently maxed out at 14 units. Low maintenance fees incl: heat, hot water plus City water & sewer. Conveniently located in Central Richmond close to Thompson Community Center by Granville & Railway Ave.

#203-5791 Granville Avenue

SOUTH AIRPORT TERMINAL

$708,000

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.

TOTALLY RENOVATED WITH 1384 SF

Amazing loft-style living in the heart of Richmond! This completely renovated TOP FLOOR 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo features a brand new gourmet kitchen, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, new flooring, lighting, woodburning fireplace surround, bathroom, new paint and closet organizers. Super bright skylights and high vaulted ceilings make this totally open 679 SF floor plan even more bright and inviting. This home even comes complete with a roof top deck, private treed outlook, insuite laundry, insuite storage and 1 parking.

All this in a great complex with low maintenance fees, caretaker, indoor pool, sauna, hot tub and gym that’s just steps to Richmond Centre, Minoru Park, buses, restaurants, library, Ferris Elementary & Richmond Secondary.

SORRENTO CONCRETE LIVING

WATERFRONT IN STEVESTON

$25/SF

NEW LISTING

$2,099,000

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! Open House by Appointment Only.

1470 Arbutus St, Vancouver JUN 25

$1,299,000

D L O S UST

J STUDIO UNIT MORGAN CROSSING VANCOUVER - ON ROBSON STREET TOP FLOOR 2 BDRM, 2 BATH CONDO Studio unit at the Pacific Robson Palais which is a well-run & unique

concrete low-rise along Vancouver’s famous Robson Street. This southwest corner condo is located on the quiet side of the complex and offers floor to ceiling windows. With 390 SF, insuite laundry, a nice balcony off of the living area with french doors, this is a great opportunity for an investor or first-time buyer to add their own personal touches. Comes with 1 secured parking spot and 1 locker. Great complex has been re-piped in April 2021 and comes with an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna & gym. Enjoy urban living that’s just steps to amazing shopping, award winning dining, transit, Whole Foods, Safeway, and cafes and walk to Stanley Park, Coal Harbour and English Bay. Rentals, 2 Pets & BBQs allowed.

#203-1688 Robson St, Vancouver

UPSCALE SHOWROOM/ OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE

Totally immaculate 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo is located in the heart of the Village at Morgan Crossing. This amazing TOP FLOOR home features a gourmet kitchen with island, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, laminate floors, insuite laundry and new paint throughout. With 830 SF of spacious living, this unit is even located on the quiet side of the Apex building and comes complete with a large balcony off the living room, 1 parking and 1 locker. All this is a well managed complex that’s just steps to all the shops, services, banks, restaurants and conveniences of Morgan Crossing including London Drugs, Thrifty Foods, Everything Wine, LuluLemon, Mink Chocolates , Winners & more. Ready to move-in!

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 all-inclusive gross lease rate of $12,800 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.

#411-15795 Croydon Drive

4380 Agar Drive

FOR LEASE 816-11,000+ SF EXECUTIVE OFFICES

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 executivestyle 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.

4360 Agar Drive

9460 Pendleton Road JUN 15

$1,798,000

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#4-5531 Cornwall Drive

$599,800

#505-7080 St. Albans Road

Terra Nova's premier 19+ community QUILCHENA GREEN. Secure, gated complex with gorgeous grounds and live in caretaker. PRIMARY BEDROOM ON MAIN (as well as laundry) and 3 big bedrooms up perfect for a home office/ additional family/hobby room or for when family comes to visit. Gorgeous north facing backyard with lovely landscaping and outlook. Large, double car garage, the perfect spot to "downsize" and still bring your housesized furniture. Clean and well maintained, mostly original condition with some updates like stainless appliances and hardwood floors on the main. Rarely available, walking distance to shopping, dyke and parks nearby, plan your move to this fabulous complex now!

Monaco at the Palms by BOSA-enjoy an urban lifestyle in this beautifully updated, bright CORNER unit offering 2 bedrooms & 2 baths. Located right in the center of Richmond at the crossroads of St Albans and Granville, this unit is move in ready. Laminate flooring throughout main living area and bdrms. Freshly painted with designer colours, stylish crown and base moulding. Updated bathrooms, new light fixtures and new kitchen sink. Super sized northwest facing balcony. Convenient walking distance to Canada Line, parks, restaurants, and malls. 1 parking and 1 locker.

1 pet allowed. Buy with confidence, beautifully maintained building including updated lobby.

$599,800

$599,900

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

#407-12633 No. 2 Road NAUTICA NORTH-TOP FLOOR! Wake up with the morning sun in this eastern-exposed unit overlooking the peaceful farmland with a view of Mount Baker. One of the best layouts with big, separated bedrooms, a large living/dining room with gas fireplace, gleaming hardwood floors and open kitchen with big island. Kitchen has newer appliances, granite counters and lots of cupboard space. 2 balconies both with sliding doors. Great building with lots of work done, tons of visitor parking. Courtyard offers gorgeous lagoons and relaxation area for outdoor enjoyment. BONUS: rare HUGE STORAGE ROOM right across the hall! Steps to restaurants, coffee shops, bakery, spas, gym, walking paths, the shipyards and south dyke. You will love living in this growing neighbourhood!

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

#318-7431 Blundell Road Check out this popular 2 level loft apartment in Canterbury Court. Unit is bright with east facing exposure into a quiet courtyard. Extra ½ bath on the main floor makes this loft the preferred and more efficient 1 bdrm floorplan in the building.

Unit comes with insuite laundry as well as loads of storage. Building has a pro-active strata and great amenities including gym, pool, hot tub, sauna and guest suites.

Adam Wachtel 604-315-2746

11671 King Road

#103-7480 Gilbert Road

STYLISH & FULLY RENOVATED - huge 1,220 sq ft 2 bedrooms 2 baths bright & open concept CORNER unit with SOUTH exposure situated in CENTRAL RICHMOND. Custom kitchen cabinetry with large double sink & undercabinet lighting, movable kitchen island, stainless appliances, laminated flooring, Italian tiles, double sinks & large walk-in shower in master ensuite, new pot lights & crown mouldings throughout & a bonus laundry room. Facing quiet side of the building & not on ground floor. Walking distance to Richmond Centre, Minoru Aquatic Centre, Skytrain & transit.

Top ranking school catchment: FERRIS ELEMENTARY & RICHMOND SECONDARY. 1 Parking & 1 Locker. No pets.

Nothing to do but move in. Must see !

Andrea Chu 604-338-6600

4855 Central Avenue, Ladner

Adam Wachtel 604-315-2746

#33-11100 Railway Avenue

Westwind Terrace townhome, one of the better locations and plans in the complex this duplex-style 2 bedroom up and main floor den is a must see. Large family room/eating area onto bright south-facing patio and yard. Spacious liv/ din with vaulted ceiling, lots of windows let in ample natural light. Original condition, owner has lovingly maintained this home. Automated awning over the patio for extended outdoor living. Double car garage and lots of visitor parking in complex. Short bike ride to Steveston Village, boardwalk, shops and restaurants. School catchment Westwind Elementary and Steveston-London Secondary.

$9,680,000

$1,298,000

4416 W. 11th Ave, Vancouver

Welcome to prestigious Point Grey, Vancouver! This 4,800 sq ft luxury home sitting on a rarely available 8,000 sq ft north facing lot has views to the North Shore Mountains & Downtown. The unique transitional design & layout make it second to none in this area with 7 bedrooms & 5 full and 2 half bathrooms. Meticulous craftsmanship throughout the house: spiral staircase & extensive use of crown mouldings add luxurious ambience; precisely laid tiles & engineered hardwood on the main; movie room, wine cellar, games & yoga rooms in the basement. Spacious & beautifully landscaped south facing backyard boasts 3 car garage & 1 open parking with automatic sliding gate. This is a dream home. It's time to make your dreams come true!

Zack Zhang 778-881-9926

$1,480,000

$899,900

This wonderful 3-bedroom/3-bathroom townhome in Parkside Court has been fully updated in 2021 w/ permits. Updates include new landscaping, sod, fencing and drainage in your private, fully fenced, south-facing yard. Inside boasts new flooring, new pot lights, totally revamped kitchen with stone countertops and black S/S appliances, new bathrooms and fixtures. Enjoy your large Primary bedroom with a walkout deck. Primary ensuite has been expanded into a full bathroom with a rainfall shower. Seller paid their share for exterior painting. Updated vinyl windows. Enjoy this wonderful, quaint community, steps to all amenities, parks, schools and Ladner Village.

$1,198,800

Better option than a townhouse, no monthly strata fees!

Incredible value with this spacious 4 bdrm duplex in convenient Ironwood location. Many updates include newer appliances, tiled entry, newer laminate flooring down and newer carpets up. Roof is under 2 years old.

Furnace and hot water tank were replaced less than 6 months ago. Carport converted to comfy family room, spacious liv/din room with gas fireplace. This home is meticulously cared for and ready to move right into.

Large and private yard looking onto school playground for outdoor enjoyment.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

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$998,800

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#6-6511 No. 2 Road Bright and spacious luxury 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome in OVAL GARDENS. With oversized west facing fenced yard and spacious deck for outdoor living space. High end kitchen appliances and laminate flooring throughout. Includes air conditioning, built in vacuum and two car garage.

Bonus: den/storage on each level. Blair Elementary and Burnett Secondary School catchment. Central location, easy access to Richmond core and all amenities, excellent transit options close by.

Zack Zhang 778-881-9926

LD O S

$1,999,800

#304-175 Victory Ship Way North Vancouver

Welcome to Cascade by the Pier, this ideally situated two bedroom, two bathroom luxury residence provides floor to ceiling windows and large outdoor waterside terrace providing spectacular OCEAN VIEWS. This development brings the ultimate in luxury-living to North Vancouver's exclusive waterfront. Beautifully designed Scavolini kitchen cabinets with pantry, Bosch appliances, gas cooktop, granite counters , European finishes, hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings and air conditioning. You are steps to the Seabus, Lonsdale Quay, Fresh St. Market and many great restaurants in vibrant Lower Lonsdale. Ownership comes with access to all the amenities at the Pinnacle hotel including an indoor pool, steam room, a sauna, hot tub and a fully equipped gym.

12220 Phoenix Drive

Adam Wachtel 604-315-2746

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#10-7428 SOUTHWYNDE AVENUE BURNABY

Steveston Mews, a very well selfmanaged 16-unit 2-level townhome complex (~3yr old roof & newer vinyl windows) within walking distance to schools, parks, Steveston Village & the dyke. 986 sq.ft. of very efficient layout . 2 Bedrooms + 2 full bathrooms. Open concept on main. 2 Parking stalls at front. Storage shed in backyard. Meticulously cared for by original owner since 1986. Updated kitchen & flooring. Unit shows very well, perfect for starting or retiring.

Pets friendly. Sorry, no rentals.

Aderaʼs award-winning Ledgestone. Spacious 3-level 1,025 sf townhome. 2-bdrm, 1.5 baths, open kitchen. Bonus: 300ʼ sf + rooftop deck w/fantastic view.

2pkg, 1locker. Excellent family neighborhood. Walk to acclaim Taylor Park Elementary.

COMMERCIAL ZONED NEAR COSTCO

1/2 ACRE

DRASTICALLY REDUCED

#15-4220 STEVESTON HWY

QUEENSBOROUGH WATER FRONT LOTS

$3,500,000

$2,388,000

BUILD YOUR COMMERCIAL BUILDING RIGHT AWAY 9471 BECKWITH ROAD

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.

UNOBSTRUCTED WATER, MOUNTAIN VIEW $1,738,000

412-1485 W. 6TH AVENUE

"Carrara of Portico" by Bosa! Unobstructed 180° of panoramic views of False Creek, sunset, north shore mountains from all rooms plus park & garden below. This 1,539 sqʼ rarely available, corner-/end-unit plan is on the market for the first time; one owner since new. Open concept. 4 Bedrooms + 2 full washrooms. 2 Side x side parking spaces (18ʼ x 17ʼ6”) right next to elevator + 2 lockers. Gas cooktop & fireplace. Relax under the cover of the ~110 sqʼ balcony. Pets & rental friendly (>1 yr). Facilities include gym, party room, hot tub, workshop, & caretaker. Pro-active strata. Room measurements are approximate; Buyer to verify if deemed important.

LOWEST PRICE IN HIGHEST FLOOR $638,000

NEW LISTING

1601-938 SMITHE STREET, VANCOUVER

Electric Avenue by Bosa. 589 sqʼ 1 bedroom + den/storage. Great efficient plan w/no waste of space. Tenanted m-to-m since 2016 with a very good tenant at $1,750 /m. SE facing unit. Open concept. why rent when you can own? Bring your redecorating ideas & live in this wonderful building right in the heart of Vancouver downtown at Burrard & Smithe.

83 SOUTH DYKE ROAD, NEW WESTMINSTER

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.

DREAM MANSION

$4,595,000

7551 MONTANA ROAD

Luxuriously built & beautifully crafted by renowned Dakota. This almost 6,000 sqʼ (int & ext living) Mansion sits on a 15,822 sqʼ private lot on a tree-lined street in serene upscale West Richmond.

Sunny west private backyard, gated, secured with manicured lawns & grounds. Tiled Roof. Granite, popcorn stucco exterior. Much much better than new, THIS IS WHAT DREAM HOMES ARE MADE OF: top of the line craftsmanship, landscape art, appliances, millwork & stonework. Functional layout with all the modern touches. Refreshing 2019 updates. Games, living, dining, family, media/ great & outdoor living rooms. 6 bedrooms + den, 6.5 baths (most with steam bath, jetted, rain shower& bidet), huge gourmet kitchen & well equipped wok kitchen + outdoor entertainment area under cover. 4-car garage. Must view! At $4.595 million itʼs worth every penny & more!

7208 SF LOT FOR 3660 SF NEW HOME $1,498,000

10731 SWINTON CRESCENT

McNair near No 4 & Williams. Great family neighborhood with quiet no openditch tree-lined streets. Peaceful & serene. Lots of new homes. RE1 zoned allowing legal laneway coach house or granny suite. This home has been meticulously maintained by original owner with vinyl windows in principal rooms. Newer 12 yr+/- roof , HWT 2009,& furnace2002. Hardwood oak floor with inlaid. Great starting, retiring, investing, or developing!

OVAL VILLAGE PENTHOUSE W/ ROOFTOP GARDEN $1,628,000

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.

YOUR DREAM LIFE STARTS HERE! $5,498,000

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13988 34 AVENUE, WHITE ROCK

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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Come home and relax in your private oasis on the 16’8 x12’1 SE garden patio. Welcome to The Roycroft by Unimet Homes, located in Glenbrook North by Queen’s Park. This 2 bedroom 1 bath corner unit is newly painted with updated laminate floors throughout, including faucets, bathroom light fixture, living room and 2nd bedroom blinds. Well maintained maple cabinets, cozy gas f/p, insuite laundry and 9’ ceilings. Very spacious walk-in closet with large storage locker and 1 parking. New fencing and exterior paint.

Steps from Safeway, Royal Square Mall, restaurants, shops, services, schools and transit.

One cat or dog allowed. No rentals allowed.

1202 7235 Salisbury Avenue, Burnaby $508,000

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Welcome to Salisbury Square! This 892sf eastfacing 2 bedroom 1 bath condo steps from Highgate Village Shopping Mall is in one of the most popular Burnaby neighbourhoods. Close to shopping, library, restaurants, nearby Rene Memorial Park, Ron McLean Park and Brantford School Park, Edmonds Community Centre, Metrotown and just an 11 minute walk to the Edmonds Skytrain station. This spacious unit has an updated bathroom, newer interior doors and in-suite laundry. Building was re-piped in 2012. You can make this your cozy new home.

16979 28th Ave

A SPECIAL, 7,500 sq.ft. CUSTOM BUILT, CLASSIC GEORGIAN STYLE MANSION, in highly regarded North Grandview Heights.

LISTED $5,750,000

4757 Moncton St

5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 bathrooms including wonderful main floor suite. Private backyard, custom built by Trendsetter Homes NEWLY LISTED $1,989,000

7631 Gabriola Cres

#209-8860 No. 1 Rd

PH8 - 3581 Ross Drive

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

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

LISTED $1,199,000

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SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #207 - 6077 LONDON 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 twobedroom display home.

WOW! This is the STEVESTON lifestyle you've been waiting for! This unique, bright, clean, and modern 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom corner unit is over 1,000 sq ft and features a HUGE 433 sq ft south & west exposed sundeck with sweeping views of the Fraser River and Marina - PERFECT FOR BBQ'S & ENTERTAINING!

Priced at $499,900 Fraser Roberts 604.779.5324

Priced at $788,800 Dan Van Hoeke 778.388.1965

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #309 - 12088 3RD AVENUE

Final home remaining at The Roderick in Steveston Village! Unit 309 features a 2 bed + den and 2 full bathrooms, lovely village views in-suite, and unbeatable 360-degree views from the private rooftop deck. 309 is a north-facing F2 plan that looks over and into Steveston Village, offering a one of a kind vantage point. Call today, this is your last chance to live in the heart of the Village.

Priced at $1,349,900 Sean Lawson 604.240.4837

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 $699,900 Barb Nimchuk 604.505.9917

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #509 - 6168 LONDON ROAD

LIVE AT THE PEIR! With a HUGE ROOFTOP deck (629sf) with and southwest facing balconies off the living space, this unit has all the outside space you could want, right in the heart of Steveston Village! This 2 bed + den open concept floor plan, 2 car garage PENTHOUSE UNIT, with over 1500sf of living space is one of the most sought after in the building. Views of the river, farmland, and mountain vistas all with BBQ hookups and Geoexchange heating and cooling makes this unit perfect to enjoy all Steveston has to offer.

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CONDON, Gregory F. August 1, 1962 - June 19, 2021 Our beloved Greg passed away after a two year struggle with Pancreatic Cancer.

Left to mourn our loss are his parents Frank and Paulette, brother Simon, wife Cori, son Bryce and daughter Alicia.

Gathering of family and friends, at a later date.

HOBSON, Margaret Susan December 6, 1941 - June 16, 2021 Margaret was born in London, England. Attended Burnaby South, graduated UBC, taught in Richmond and was part of the Richmond Retired Teachers Association.

Steveston was where Margaret called home. If you knew Margaret you knew she loved to be active! hiking, walking, biking, swimming, tap dancing, drumming, and back country skiing where she many times would helicopter in to Mount Assiniboine. Margaret loved the outdoors, summers at Bridge Lake and traveled to every continent! Her fondest memory was swimming on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia! In 1998 Margaret was diagnosed with breast cancer, this motivated her more to live her life to the fullest. An avid member of Abreast in a Boat - she paddled and coached for over 20 years.

They journeyed there battles together - finding more then support but wonderful friends. Later in life her cancer returned - making her more determined then ever to keep on going. She had a zest for life and through treatment continued to travel, be active and appreciate her family and friends. Margaret loved to celebrate her family and was always very proud of her grandchildren! She wants them to remember her being active and to inspire them to do the same. Margaret is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Michelle and Trevor Bakken, her grandkids she loved dearly Taylor (and Tanner), Bowen (and Hannah) and Colton. Predeceased by her partner Sheila Tynan, and daughters Stephanie and Rhonda. Margaret will be well remembered as inspiring, and never to give up. She will be missed by her family, and a life time of friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the BC Cancer Foundation.

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NYKYFORUK, Jean January 25, 1932 - June 16, 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jean Nykyforuk in Richmond, B.C. at the age of 89. She died peacefully at home, just as she wanted.

Jean is survived by her loving family: children, Ellen, Thomas (Deborah), Ann (Luc) and Philip (Mary); grandchildren, Noella, Jean-Philippe, Marc-André, William, Lauren, John and Christina; sister-in-law, June Jackson; brother-in-law, Emil Nenniger; and many nieces and nephews.

Jean was born and raised in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She attended the University of Saskatchewan, graduating with a B.A. (Economics) in 1953. Jean married the love of her life, Bill Nykyforuk, on September 3, 1954. Together they raised four children with love and devotion. Jean later returned to the University of Saskatchewan where she completed her B.Ed. and Master’s degree coursework in Educational Psychology. She then taught early childhood education at Kelsey Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences (now Saskatchewan Polytechnic) and later worked at Maggie’s Childcare Centre for Teen Parents.

Jean was an active member of St. Martin’s United Church and Riverside Tennis Club. She volunteered with many organizations over the years and was a strong advocate for high quality public healthcare, education and childcare.

In 1997, Bill, Jean and daughter Ellen moved to Kelowna. Jean was active in First United Church, Amnesty International and the Society for Learning in Retirement. She enjoyed playing tennis, gardening, sewing, reading and exploring the Okanagan Valley. Jean treasured visits from her children and grandchildren, especially the annual summer reunions, with all three generations enjoying swimming, tennis, walking and picnicking.

After Bill’s death in 2009, Jean and Ellen moved to Richmond. Jean attended Steveston United Church and enjoyed participating in book clubs and a meditation group. She continued to walk and garden and cherished family visits and the fellowship of her friends and neighbours. Jean recognized the importance of physical activity and was a regular participant in Parkinson’s fitness classes run through the Steveston and West Richmond Community Centres and Minoru Centre for Active Living. She was an avid participant in the annual Parkinson SuperWalk until the age of 87.

Jean was a quiet, kind, gentle and generous woman who lived her life with grace and determination. She lived courageously with Parkinson’s disease for 18 years with rarely a complaint. She refused to allow the limitations arising from that disease to define her and continued to find joy and purpose in each day.

Jean treasured the simple beauty offered by the birds, flowers, trees and other aspects of our natural world. She inspired all who knew her with her courage, optimism and sense of purpose and served as a role model for her children and grandchildren.

Jean was predeceased by her parents, Dorothy Jackson (Stark) in 1937 and Tom Jackson in 1957; loving husband, William Nykyforuk in 2009; brother, Dr. Thomas Jackson in 2009; grandson, David Nykyforuk in 2013; and sister, Dorothy Nenniger in 2017.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Nagle and Jean’s other physicians who provided care, her occupational therapists and case managers at Vancouver Coastal Health and the devoted caregivers and staff at Angels There for You. Thank you also to the Richmond palliative care team for their kindness and expertise. Together, they allowed Jean to remain at home and live her last days in comfort and dignity.

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