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Stories evolve with reader input Eve Edmonds

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I got an angry phone call Tuesday morning from a reader furious about the fact we had posted a story the day before about a camper van seen parked at Scotch Pond near Garry Point Park.

The story quoted a woman who was complaining about the fact the camper was there. She was worried one may lead to another, and then another, and before you know it we’d have a squatters’ camp similar to the one at Strathcona Park in Downtown Vancouver.

The angry caller was particularly disgusted that we had run a photo of the camper van, saying we had essentially put a target on that person’s back.

And he wasn’t the only one to call.

Within hours of posting the story online, we received an email from a woman who also lives in a camper van saying she takes offence to the comment that people living

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But back to the first caller. His outrage was rooted in a number of factors: 1) We were giving voice to the privileged, those who don’t know the struggle of the “unhoused.”

2) The comment that if there’s one, there will be more makes this human being sound like the start of a pest infestation.

3) We didn’t interview the person living in the van to hear their side of the story.

4) And, basically, we showed a remarkable lack of empathy for people on the margins of society.

The first thing I’ll say is I have an interesting job.

I’m not going to weigh in on whether or not parking a camper van at Scotch Pond overnight should or should not be allowed.

I’m not so interested in teeter tottering on

the “how is one van really hurting anyone vs. if you let one, you have to let others and before you know it…” argument.

What I will weigh in on is our role as a community paper in covering stories like these. Granted, we don’t follow up on every complaint, but we do many of them with the belief that as a community, what we do usually affects our neighbours.

(Don’t get me started on my latest pet peeve about people paving their front and back yards — turning their neighbours’s into a flood zone.)

This doesn’t mean we agree with every complaint. In fact, I’m rather partial to campers; at this point, that’s my retirement plan.

It just means we agree with the basic premise that as a local paper, it’s our job to provide a platform where different views can have it out. Hence, my invite to the caller to write a letter for us to publish. It hasn’t come in yet but hopefully will soon.

The other factor is that no single news sto-

ry is the definitive work on a particular issue. Rather, our stories are the best we can do with information we have at deadline.

As more information comes in, the more we can add. This is particularly the case now online where our deadlines are essentially 24/7 and our stories are constantly updated.

I teach a journalism class at Kwantlen University, and one thing I’ll often have students look at is the many versions and formats of the same story.

In this case, since the first story was posted, we’ve updated it with comments from the woman who emailed us. And we’ll continue to cover it with this column, letters to the editor, and whatever else comes in. For example, we’ve since heard about other camps and campers, which may evolve into a feature.

This isn’t an excuse for half-baked journalism, it’s a recognition that stories evolve and it’s our job to bring new voices into the telling of that story as we hear them.

It’s also your job to speak up.

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in these vehicles use the bushes as their bathrooms. In fact, motor homes come with toilets and holding tanks, she explained.

Yet another person emailed us to say the same thing.

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Trees fight heat Bikes use dikes, too Dear Editor,

The recent heat wave was a forceful reminder of how important trees are to making our residential neighbourhoods more comfortable and healthier places to live in.

Trees are nature’s air-purifier and conditioner. They absorb CO2 and remove harmful carbon and other gases from the air, supply surrounding environments with necessary oxygen and provide shade that can help lower temperatures from five to 10 degrees — factors that are extremely important in an increasingly polluted and weather-challenged world.

Yet every time an older house is demolished in Richmond to make way for the construction of another over-sized pseudomansion, one of the first orders of business is to cut down any mature trees that are on, or near, the property.

We had a short respite from this process, but the demand from off-shore investors, buyers and money-launderers for large houses in Canada has picked up. In our block alone over the past month several older houses have either been demolished

or are waiting for demolition, and a number of beautiful mature trees have been removed to accommodate the enormous driveways, multiple bay garages and shoddily built mega-edifices that will replace them (many of which, it should be noted, are likely to remain unoccupied).

If, as predicted, heat waves continue and grow in intensity in the future, the people of Richmond — particularly those in residential neighbourhoods — will surely regret we are still not doing enough to preserve mature foliage and trees in our city.

The next time the temperature soars, the air smells bad, you have trouble breathing, there is little or no shade to help lower the temperature and your sweat-soaked clothes become very uncomfortable, don’t forget to thank the developers, off-shore buyers and lax city bylaws for your discomfort.

Oh, and yourself, for not making city hall fully aware of the fact that you believe the loss of mature trees has severe negative consequences for your comfort and health.

Ray Arnold

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Dear Editor, city councillors,

Now that cycling season is upon us and more dikes are being readied for raising, I want to address our city’s inconsistent relationship to the lowly bicycle.

Examples of good and popular bike routes abound across our city, but why was no bike lane installed on Dyke Road between Gilbert and No. 3 Road — that now-completed section of the raised south dike?

Will the engineering department consider such an amenity when it starts in on Dykes 2.0 to the east? Or west, which will certainly appear to sink those elegant quasi-heritage houses even deeper into the ditch.

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If the city hopes to promote cycling, then cycling infrastructure ought be designed as adjuncts to any engineering and roadway schemes (the recent south No. 5 Road re-paving being another lost opportunity).

Or will it extend the superfluous designer strip of thirsty “wild” grasses along the riverside shoulder that must be handwatered every few days in summer by a person with a truck carrying copious amounts of water? That “green” strip is about the width of a two-way bike lane.

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The only option for cyclists, of which there are many, especially on weekends, is to cling nervously to the gravel shoulder above a steep 20-foot slope to a ditch, as cars whizz past mere inches away.

When the raised Dyke Road is extended upriver en route to devastating the No. 3 and No. 4 road greenspaces/dogparks and all their large mature trees, wouldn’t it make sense to set the raised dikes further inland on the existing roadbeds, allowing the floodwaters to temporarily flood the lawns during those rare king tides, rather than decimate perfectly healthy greenways, habitats and large trees?

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Troubling views Keep your dogs on leash about China Dear Editor,

Dear Editor, Re: “Failure to recognize Uyghur genocide shows Chinese ‘infiltration,’” News, July 15.

Thank you for accurately citing my recent Senate speech on Xinjiang.

Your readers can see from the quotes you highlight that it is precisely because of Canada’s history of residential schools that I feel we must share our concerns with China about the treatment of Uyghurs.

It is puzzling therefore that the critics are accusing me of the opposite.

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read my speech in full, which is available at Senatoryuenpauwoo.ca (look for “Motion concerning genocide of Uyghurs”).

What is more troubling is the insinuation that senators who voted against the motion are witting or unwitting agents of the Chinese government.

This is a classic smear tactic, reminiscent of McCarthyism that is designed to stigmatize individuals and shut them up rather than encouraging respectful debate.

Yuen Pau Woo B.C. Senator

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Just a gentle reminder to all the dog-walkers out there: the trail from the No. 3 Road doggy park that travels east around the Crown Packaging plant to Garden City Road is not an off-leash area.

Neither is Garry Point or the West Dyke!

However, it appears that many people either don’t realize this or pay any attention to the signage.

Unfortunately, it’s only a matter of time before there’s an “incident,” as these areas, particularly Garry Point,

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Not everyone wants to be greeted by an overenthusiastic, off-leash hound.

I experienced this myself a while back when an off-leash standard poodle lunged at my bike, causing it to skid on the gravel and dump me on the side of the trail.

Please let’s make our open spaces safe and enjoyable for everyone, before someone gets hurt.

Carlie Holland STEVESTON

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As a long-term resident of Richmond, I have great concerns how our city’s spending our tax dollars.

However this letter pertains to our Richmond Hospital efficiency.

At 5 p.m. a nurse removes the IV and discharges her. No doctor consult or conversation... end of story. How inefficient is that?

A family member was admitted to emergency on Sunday with acute abdominal pain, discharged the following morning with only pain meds.

I realize, with this pandemic, doctors and nurses are working to their max and doing the best they can, however as beds are at premium, I could only think her bed could have been used for a more needy patient.

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Robberies under Cyclist hit, taken Traffic calming proposed near investigation to hospital Valerie Leung

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RCMP is appealing for dash-cam footage after two robberies over the weekend at what appears to be a pair of gas stations in west Richmond.

Mounties would only describe “two businesses” as being the targets, but a local resident who contacted the Richmond News said there was a large police presence at the gas stations at both No. 1 and Francis roads and No. 1 and Blundell roads.

The one at No. 1 and Francis roads was robbed just before 10 p.m. on Friday.

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Meanwhile, a block away, the No. 1 and Blundell robbery took place at around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday.

According to police, a weapon was produced during the second robbery.

“While the two are within a similar geographic area, at this time it is unknown if the two are linked as the investigations are in preliminary stages,” said Cpl. Adriana O’Malley, spokesperson for Richmond RCMP. Residents and community members who may have been in the areas of the robberies and have video surveillance or dash-cam footage are asked to contact the police.

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A cyclist was hit Monday around mid-day close to the Granville Avenue Petro Canada station and taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Richmond RCMP said investigators determined the cyclist, a 28-year-old from Vancouver, was going through a red light when he was hit by a car.

Vehicle speed, driver distraction and impairment didn’t appear to be factors.

“Fortunately, no one was seriously injured in this incident, but it serves as a reminder that we all have a role in preventing collisions and promoting safety on our roadways,” said Cpl. Ian Henderson with the Richmond RCMP. “The rules of the road are there to ensure everyone’s safety, and we should all be abiding by them, drivers and cyclists alike.”

Paramedics transported the man to hospital.

An eye witness said he saw the man on the ground with a neck brace and a smashed windshield on the car.

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A Steveston street close to Diefenbaker elementary could have some traffic calming measures put in place by September.

The suite of proposed traffic calming measures along Fundy Drive includes three crosswalks and a reduced speed limit, with an estimated cost of $51,800, according to a city staff report.

Residents of Fundy Drive — near No. 1 Road and Steveston Highway — were concerned about pedestrian safety and speeding drivers, and they sent a petition to the City of Richmond asking for the measures to be put in place.

A portion of Fundy Drive also runs along the park grounds for Diefenbaker Elementary.

The proposed traffic calming measures include, among others, reducing the speed limit from 50 km/h to 30 km/h between dawn and dusk along the frontage of the park, installing three permanent speed humps and three pedestrian crosswalks.

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Campers provide safe home: Nomad Maria Rantanen MRANTANEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

A Richmond resident is concerned about a camper that seems to be using Scotch Pond as a campsite.

The large green camper has been seen near Scotch Pond in Garry Point Park and other areas of Steveston, Gloria Gausboel explained to the Richmond News, adding she has reported it to the city.

Gausboel is concerned having one regular camper in the area will attract more.

“Once it starts, you get more and more people,” Gausboel said.

Furthermore, there are no bathrooms at Scotch Pond.

Although there are bathrooms at Garry Point Park, Gausboel thinks people in campers use the bushes, which is accessed by kids, dogs and parents pushing strollers.

However, one woman who lives in a camper van herself, takes issue with the

accusation that people living in campers are using the bushes as toilets, noting that campers have toilets.

Furthermore, she pointed out, if there are no signs, campers are allowed to park for three days.

The woman, who didn’t want her name used for employment reasons, calls herself a “Richmond full-time nomad.”

She also said people living in campers shouldn’t be thought of as homeless, because, in fact, a camper, is a home.

They have beds, heat and kitchens; the only difference from a house is that they’re on wheels, she added.

She added that she, like other nomads, work, pay taxes, are “respectful of other citizens” and just want to live quietly in Richmond.

Humans have been nomadic for thousands of years, but, because of agriculture and industrialization, they have become sedentary, she explained.

“Now technology allows us to choose that lifestyle again, and I never regret I made

that choice,” she added.

ated the following spring.

In October 2018, the Richmond News did a story on a 38-year-old Langara College student from Kimberly who was living in his camper van near the river around Steveston.

Gausboel, however, said she’s concerned about seeing what happened at Strathcona Park in Vancouver, where almost the entire park was taken over by people living in tents and other temporary structures, would happen in Richmond.

When he realized there had been complaints about him, he approached the Richmond News to assure people they had nothing to fear.

“I would just like people to give me the benefit of the doubt, I guess,” Luke Navrot said at the time.

Now technology allows us to choose that lifestyle again.

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“Maybe go up and say ‘hi,’ see what they’re up to. I’m hoping that, if people see this story, they may be less inclined to complain. I’m no threat, that’s for sure.”

Once the story was published many sympathetic News readers came forward with offers of vacant lots and parking spaces for Navrot to park his camper, until he gradu-

Richmond city spokesperson Clay Adams said the city is aware of a small number of RVs camping in the area and they are installing “updated signage” about parking regulations.

City staff is also going out to Scotch Pond to remind RV campers that they aren’t allowed to park there.

However, Gausboel said she doesn’t feel the City of Richmond is dealing with the situation in an “expedient manner.”

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Embattled Richmond real estate and immigration lawyer Hong Guo has lost a law suit over a disputed $740,000 renovation bill.

Guo — who faces a separate, possible disbarment next month at a Law Society of BC disciplinary hearing — has been ordered to pay $311,000 plus interest and court costs to IRL Construction, after it was hired for an extensive renovation project at her No. 3 Road office building.

Sub-contractor Lunniss Developments Ltd. was awarded more than $196,000 from IRL which was ruled to have breached its contract.

The dispute centred on whether or not the 2016 agreement between IRL and Guo Law was a “cost plus contract (with a 12.8% mark-up).”

Guo claimed the contract was fixed price, largely because there was a budget involved and that “IRL did not perform the contract in accordance with the terms.”

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The City of Richmond is refusing to disclose almost 4,000 pages of documents that could help explain the multi-year delay in opening the Minoru Centre for Active Living (MCAL) as well as the pool’s significant structural problems.

The Richmond News has asked the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) to look into whether the city has the right to refuse to disclose those documents.

The $84 million facility was almost two years behind schedule when it opened in March 2019, and the aquatic portion was delayed a further 18 months because there was a crack in one of the pools.

The News is arguing the Richmond public has a right to know the reasons for the delays as it’s a public facility built with public dollars.

The case, which began in February, 2019, when the News filed a freedom-ofinformation request which was denied, is now at the OIPC inquiry stage.

The city’s submission, compiled by the Vancouver law firm Young Anderson Barristers & Solicitors, claims all 3,865 pages fall under solicitor-client privilege, background information and privacy.

The city argues because it’s being sued by the contractor, Stuart Olson, for $7 million, making the documents public would compromise their case in court, while other documents are background information to the case.

The News has responded that many facts in this case have nothing to do with solicitor-client privilege and the blanket ban on all documents is over-reaching and unwarranted.

The News’ original FOI was filed in February 2019. Five months later, in July 2019, the city responded by refusing the documents — apart from re-sending a few press releases as well as one previ-

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of the facility was scheduled to open in March 2019. Shortly before that scheduled opening, the city sent a press release saying the opening would be further delayed because the concrete base in Lap Pool 1 was damaged.

During construction, the city’s response to questions about delays basically centred around poor weather and labour shortages.

Documents filed in court as part of the lawsuit, however, allege, in addition to the crack in Lap Pool 1, there were significant leakage problems throughout the facility and a failure of the waterproofing membrane of Lap Pool 2.

But, in its counter-claim to Stuart Olson’s lawsuit, many other alleged reasons for delays came up: design changes, changes in the scope of the work, the tendering process being late, supplemental instructions, revised drawings, cost overruns, problems procuring steel, turnover in construction staff and communication breakdowns.

In fact, one tender package was awarded as late as August 2018, one month after the City of Richmond held a job fair for the facility, and eight months before the facility partially opened.

Furthermore, the aquatic centre portion

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ously undisclosed memo. At the time, the city stated all other documents fell under “solicitor client privilege and litigation” even though Stuart Olson didn’t launched a lawsuit against the city for another seven months.

The latter two points were never disclosed to the public.

While the city’s response to the lawsuit are allegations and make up part of its legal defence to a $7 million lawsuit, they give an indication of the problems related to this construction project.

Nevertheless, the city chose to withhold virtually all details from the public.

The News’ argument before the OIPC is the city should have been more open in its explanations for the construction delays.

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Richmondite Nate Hirayama has been named as one two flag bearers for Canada at the opening ceremony for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.

Hirayama, 33, who stars as co-captain for Canada at rugby sevens, will be making his Olympic debut this month when he takes to the field for his country.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Monday morning that Hirayama will carry the Maple Leaf alongside three-time Olympian basketball player Miranda Ayim.

The McRoberts secondary alumnus said he felt “hugely honoured to be nominated to be the flag bearer alongside Miranda.

“We’ve been working hard together for a long time and can’t wait for our opportunity to show the world what we can do.”

Hirayama has been a key member of the Canadian sevens teams since joining the team in 2006 as an 18-year-old.

Rugby sevens star Nate Hirayama (right) and basketball’s Miranda Ayim will carry the Maple Leaf at the Olympics opening ceremony.

“I’ve been watching the Olympics for my entire life and understand the honour and privilege that comes with being the

He has competed in all three Pan American Games to include rugby sevens, winning two gold and one silver, and in three Commonwealth Games.

This will be the first time Canada has a men’s rugby sevens team at the Olympic Games.

Hirayama is also Canada’s greatest points scorer in rugby sevens and, at the

end of the 2020 season, he sat third alltime in the World Rugby Sevens Series scoring with 1,859 points and leads Canada in tries (147) and matches played (363).

Just last week, he talked privately with the Richmond News via a Zoom video interview about his personal and team preparations ahead of flying out to Japan and he explained why his nickname is “Spicy Nate.”

He also talked up Canada’s outside chances of reaching the podium.

Tokyo 2020 is the first summer Games where an athlete representing a team sport has been named as Canada’s opening ceremony flag bearer.

It’s also is the first time that two athletes will march with the Canadian flag at a summer Games opening ceremony.

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Gillanders agreed she would like to see Richmond revert back to a previous bylaw, which didn’t allow secondary dwellings on farms 20 acres or smaller.

Allowing small secondary homes on relatively small farms will only fuel land speculation, according to the spokesperson for Richmond’s FarmWatch.

Secondary homes might not be an issue in other parts of the province, but it could cause land prices to rise once again, she added.

“Here in Richmond, having an extra house — that’s not needed for farm use — would definitely fuel the speculation that we’ve seen in the past,” said Laura Gillanders.

In 2018, Richmond city council limited the size of homes in the ALR to 4,300 square feet, smaller than the 5,400 square feet allowed by the province, in the face of increasing house sizes and soaring farmland values.

Gillanders was responding to a recent Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries announcement that would allow farms about 100 acres (40 hectares) in size or smaller that are in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) and have a modest-sized house to have a secondary home — if approved by the local municipality.

Dozens of mega-mansions — some up to 20,000 square feet with extensive landscaping — had already been built on Richmond ALR properties and some, approved prior to the house size limit was enacted, are still being built.

It’s a decision making authority Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie would rather not have.

Brodie said, given the announcement just came out, it’s too early to know the full impact of these new regulations, and he expects Richmond city staff to come back with more details for council.

“It increases the pressure on the local government to allow (these small homes),” Brodie said, adding “the conventional, traditional process would be better.”

The change in regulations also allows properties larger than 40 hectares (about 100 acres) to have a secondary home up to 2,000 square feet no matter the size of the principal house.

Brodie said he was also concerned about taking away the already limited agricultural potential small farms have.

Properties smaller than 100 acres with larger homes would have to apply to the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) for a secondary home for farm use.

Richmond has a plethora of small ALR plots, some just half an acre in size, he explained.

The changes in regulations come into effect Dec. 31.

Brock McGillis will be talking about his coming out journey at a Richmond Pride Week event.

McGillis was the first male professional hockey player to openly come out as gay.

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While COVID-19 restrictions are gradually being lifted, the City of Richmond is hosting in-person and virtual activities to celebrate Pride Week.

Pride events are held internationally at various times of the year to commemorate the history of the LGBTQ rights movement and recognize the value of diversity and inclusion that Pride events have come to symbolize, according to the City of Richmond.

This year’s activities include poetry and art workshops, storytimes, outdoor music performances and an online presentation by Brock McGillis, the first male professional hockey player to openly come out as gay.

McGillis will be leading an online Zoom presentation to share his coming-out journey and current advocacy for LGBTQ2S+ rights. The session will

cover themes of self-empowerment, inclusivity, mental health and non-conformity through real-life stories.

The former Ontario Hockey League member’s one-hour session requires registration and will take place on July 29 from noon to 1 p.m.

“Pride Week is about celebrating our LGBTQ2S+ communities who have contributed significantly to the vibrancy and enrichment of community life in the city,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie.

“As we gradually and safely resume our normal social contacts, we are pleased to offer in-person events in addition to virtual activities this year.”

To view and register for the city’s Pride Week activities, visit www.richmond.ca/prideweek.

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Richmond Coun. Harold Steves said he isn’t “that enthusiastic” about a plan to rebuild the Steveston Community Centre and library, but he’d like to see the air space above it used for a community park or garden, greenhouses or a solar farm.

In the end, council unanimously supported the $90 million project at Monday’s committee meeting, but Steves said the original plan, and why he got involved in planning it some years ago, was to have seniors housing on the top floor.

Now, he’d just like the air space used for some

community purpose.

Project starts in 2023 City staff said, with council approving the budget and concept plan, it’s expected shovels will be in the ground to build the new facility in the first half of 2023.

In conjunction with the community centre plan discussion, some councillors brought forward the transit hub, expected to be built in Steveston some time in the future (TransLink’s plans have been delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic).

Coun. Carol Day questioned whether approving the community centre concept plan is putting the “cart before the horse” given city staff plan to update council in the fall of

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While council has previously told city staff they don’t want the transit hub at the community centre, Steves suggested it could possibly go under the community centre or along Moncton Street. $5 million contingency

The new 60,000-squarefoot facility, is expected to cost $90 million, but $5 million will be added as a contingency fund.

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L.A.-based singer and songwriter Emilee Moore will return to her hometown of Richmond to shoot a music video for her latest EP, which will be released this fall.

And to make matters more interesting, Moore is busy collecting 75 stuffed bunnies for the video.

She told the Richmond News she has had a stuffed bunny at home from her childhood that offers her comfort to get through many years of heartbreaking or painful moments.

“We want to surround this EP (with this) symbol of a bunny being a comforting thing for me and also a reflection (of) my-

As an indie songwriter, Moore enjoys capturing her personal experiences, including heartbreak.

Incorporating such moments, added Moore, plays a huge role in helping her get through the pain and, potentially, ease the ache for others going through something similar.

Moving from Ontario and settling down with family members in Richmond at the age of two, Moore spent her whole childhood and teenage years in Richmond, where she attended Anderson elementary and Palmer secondary.

“My family has always been very musical. I started playing piano at the age of six and I did classical training for 11 years. I was in the Richmond City Cho-

rus, Richmond community concert band, and Richmond Musical Jazz band,” said Moore.

Moore’s father, Steven, was a pastor at Richmond Pentecostal Church on Westminster Highway for 22 years, where Moore honed her musical talents.

In the fall of 2018, Moore moved from Richmond to Los Angeles to pursue her musical dream, even though it was the “hardest thing she ever had to do in her life.”

However, Moore has successfully adapted to her new life in L.A., which she describes as a “hub for music” and different activities, with a lot of people trying hard to accomplish their dreams.

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Moore will be back in Richmond next week to visit her family and friends.

Sockeye mural taking shape Library welcomes The giant mural being painted onto CanTrawl’s wall on Chatham Street in Steveston Village is one of many more to come.

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A giant, 24-feet by 115-feet mural depicting the fishing industry is taking shape in Steveston Village.

Being painted by renowned artist Jeff King and commissioned by the Steveston Harbour Authority (SHA), the six, massive sockeye salmon are

taking over one of the end walls at the CanTrawl building on Chatham Street.

SHA board member Fred Scott said the organization is planning on doing one giant mural every year on its buildings.

“This is just the start of a series,” Scott told the Richmond News.

“We’ve been talking about beau-

tifying our buildings for some time and started last week.

“It will take about 10 days to complete. It’s going to be amazing, very colourful.”

Scott said the project, which doesn’t yet have a name, will also be recorded on a time-lapsed video, which the News will share at Richmond-News.com.

Arabic, Farsi art project launched Arabic and Farsi-speaking Richmond residents are invited to join a free 10week long collaborative art project.

Visual artist Jean Bradbury is leading the project titled “Stories at Home — Past and Present,” through a series of workshops based on what participants miss from their past home

and what they love about their life in Richmond.

ings through a combination of painting and drawing. A final art piece will be created and presented at the end of October.

The weekly workshops will be held every Saturday from Aug. 7 to Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. where participants will share their stories about their home, culture and community.

Workshops will take place outdoors in small groups at Brighouse or Minoru parks due to COVID-19 safety protocols.

They will then create simple comic book-style draw-

Residents of all ages are welcome to join and lan-

guage translators will also be present at nine of the 11 workshops.

The project is presented by the City of Richmond and Richmond Multicultural Community Services.

For more information, visit www.rmcs.bc.ca or call 604-279-7160.

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An internationallyrenowned Canadian author is joining the Richmond Public Library (RPL) for a free virtual interview in August.

RPL’s One Book, Four Cities program has invited award-winning Michael Ondaatje to come and chat with his readers and fans.

He has been awarded multiple literary awards including the Giller and Golden Man Booker prizes and is also a Companion of the Order of Canada.

Canadian author Michael Ondaatje will be attending a live virtual event at the Richmond Public Library to answer questions from fans.

Ondaatje will talk about his book In the Skin of a Lion as well as answer any questions from the audience during the live event.

Participants are also reminded they can join the Online Forum conversation with other readers from Richmond, Qingdawo and Xiamen, China, as well as Wakayama, Japan, about Ondaatje’s book ahead of the event.

The adult and teen event will take place virtually on Zoom on Aug. 19 from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m.

Library staff may take photos and videos for promotional purposes. Those who wish to not have their photo taken are asked to speak to a library staff.

To register for the event, go to Yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events.

—Valerie Leung/Richmond News

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B.C.’s marine LNG opportunity has arrived

By Mike Leclair - Vice President, Major Projects and LNG, FortisBC Each year, thousands of vessels travel along shipping routes making global trade possible. Now, more and more global trade is made possible by ships powered by liquefied natural gas.

We’re working with partners like the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority to establish Vancouver as a global hub for LNG re-fuelling. We’ve had success with Seaspan Ferries and BC Ferries and a new marine jetty would help us meet growing demand for this low-carbon fuel more ports around the world are offering.

Large car and truck carriers from Asia are already beginning to dock in our ports as the first wave of a new generation of cleaner, more efficient, safe and quieter LNG-powered vessels crosses the Pacific Ocean.

There are now about 200 LNG-powered vessels in operation today, while an estimated 10-20 per cent of new vessels on order worldwide will be LNG fuelled, according to multi-sector industry coalition SEA-LNG. With global shipping emitting more greenhouse gas emissions than all of British Columbia combined, there’s a strong opportunity for LNG from our province to contribute to emissions reductions.

Here in B.C., thanks to our renewable powered electrical grid, we produce some of the lowest carbon intensity LNG in the world. Using LNG from FortisBC’s Tilbury facility in Delta can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 27 per cent compared to the petroleum-based marine fuels commonly used today. LNG can improve air quality for British Columbians by significantly reducing local air pollutants such as particulate matter, sulphur oxides and nitrogen oxides compared to other marine fuels. According to an analysis, launching an expanded LNG re-fuelling service could reduce emissions equivalent to removing 360,000 cars off the road.

Growing the use of LNG as a marine fuel also supports economic growth in B.C. by creating good-paying jobs along the LNG value chain. We’re not just exporting a raw resource, we’re adding value to it. This would drive jobs growth in the energy and marine industries, while also rippling out to create more business in supporting sectors.

Tilbury’s expanded LNG re-fuelling service could boost B.C.’s economy by $564 million during the four-year construction period and facilitate a $182-million annual impact during project operations, according to the same analysis. It could generate more than 1,000 person years of employment each year, on average, over the construction period and nearly 700 in B.C. on an ongoing, annual basis once fully operational. But in order for B.C. to capitalize on this opportunity, there is a need to complete the missing link in the supply chain—an LNG marine jetty to enable ship-to-ship LNG re-fuelling.

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As we re-think the future of energy, we want to continue to leverage the strengths of the system we’ve been building for decades to find cost-effective ways to reduce emissions.

Producing LNG for international ships could be one of the biggest contributors to reaching our goal of reducing customers’ greenhouse gas emissions 30 per cent by 2030.

Our vision also aligns with federal and provincial commitments to make our ports the cleanest and most efficient in the world.

We support moving the marine jetty forward so that FortisBC can produce LNG to supply the re-fuelling vessels needed to service regional and trans-Pacific ships. We’re hopeful that 2021 will be an important year in moving this project forward.

Making strides this year is vital as competition for fuelling contracts increases. This really goes to the heart of how B.C. intends to compete in a global economy recovering from the impacts of Covid-19. If we want to stay competitive, finding new markets for our energy resources and lowering emissions at the same time is one of the keys. Let’s not allow this opportunity to slip away. Let’s work together to leverage some of the cleanest LNG in the world and capitalize on the new generation of LNG-powered vessels that’s already headed our way.

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New Richmond FC head coach targets house program “My question to them is, if I can help make you better at this sport, would you spend two nights doing this instead of one?

league clubs which I grew and turned into high-performance clubs.

Alan Campbell

“But to attain high performance, you need to pay attention to your house league players and get a higher percentage of them progressing in the game.

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One of Richmond’s two community soccer clubs has a new face at the top and he’s immediately set his sights on the lower end, the grassroots players at house level.

Suffice to say, Richmond FC’s new technical director — Scottish import David Thorburn, who arrives with an impressive coaching, scouting and player development resume on both sides of the Atlantic – has big plans for the club.

UEFA A Licence coach Thorburn said he will tap into his decades of experience at the likes of Rangers in his native Scotland, the English FA and, more recently, at community clubs in Ontario, in the hopes to grow Richmond FC and produce top players in the process.

And, according to Thorburn, the chance to focus his attention on the youngest kids

Richmond FC’s new technical director David Thorburn (right) is welcomed to the club by its executive director Marius Roevde. Photo submitted at the entry level of the sport was one of the draws that enticed him from back east.

“It was the opportunity to start from scratch at a grassroots club,” he told the Richmond News.

“The two previous (clubs) were house

“And then maybe, down the line, choose this sport? I guarantee, the better you get at anything, the more you love it.”

“If we only get 100 out of 1,000 progressing (to a higher level), I’d lose my job if it was a school curriculum. It starts with developing the coaches to develop the players.

There was, of course, the carrot of living in B.C. for Thorburn, who was once the agent for Richmond FC’s executive director Marius Roevde, when he played in net for Scottish Championship side Ayr United.

“To ensure that the best coaches are coaching the younger ages, you need the right people heading up the right programs, from the house level right up to high performance.”

“The location is so beautiful. I’ve been all over the world (with soccer) and this is the nicest place; and the people are so friendly,” added Thorburn.

Even though he’s only been in the door at Richmond FC a few weeks, Thorburn has the club’s summer camps bursting at the seams, with near to full registration most weeks.

Another barrier, added Thorburn, for the likes of Richmond FC and, indeed, Canada, producing a conveyer belt of talented soccer players is the allure of hockey and the NHL dream.

“The whole training is based on attacking and defending principles, in a fun environment; small-sided games, 1v1, 2v2s.”

“Many of the (soccer) players play hockey and play soccer on the side,” he said.

Richmond soccer product Chan invited to Team Canada NextGen camp starring on and off field in U.S. A McRoberts secondary and TSS alumnus is continuing to make waves in the collegiate world south of the border.

A Richmond hockey product has been named to Canada’s National Women’s Development Team’s NextGen summer camp next week.

Katie Chan has been invited to Team Canada’s development squad camp.

Richmond News file photo

Katie Chan is one of 40 athletes invited to participate in the camp, which goes from July 29 to Aug. 9 at WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park in Calgary.

The roster will be split into two teams and participate in practices and intrasquad games, as well as two scrimmages against Canada’s National Women’s Team.

Most of the roster are 2004-born, but the likes of forward Chan — who has just graduated from the Delta Hockey Academy — is a year older and got invited to the camp because her age group missed out due to the COVID-19 shutdown.

The 18-year-old will be heading to Colgate University in the U.S. in the fall to play

NCAA Division 1.

“The COVID-19 pandemic really impacted this group of athletes with limited ice time, and the opportunity to bring everyone together with an elite group of coaches will benefit them as they prepare for the upcoming season,” said Gina Kingsbury, Hockey Canada’s director of hockey operations.

—Alan Campbell/Richmond News

Alibudbud, who plays soccer for the college’s Grizzlies team, was presented the A.O. Duer Scholarship for excelling in scholarship (a minimum 3.75 cumulative grade point average), character and citizenship.

She is now eligible for NAIA national awards during the organization’s upcoming National Awards Day. Alibudbud — who won the 2013 Provincial “A” U13 Cup with the former Richmond Girls Soccer Association’s “All-Stars” team — is a Daktronics-NA-

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Maya Alibudbud has been awarded a prestigious scholarship at her Georgia Gwinnett College, near Atlanta in the U.S.

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IA Scholar-athlete who has collected several honours down south, helping her college team capture three conference championships.

Back in 2013, she played in a stacked Richmond All-Stars side, including the likes of Dakota Chan, a McMath alumnus, who’s playing soccer at the University of Nebraska.

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STEVESTON VILLAGE RENO 4 BDRM + DEN ON LARGER 4810 SF LOT

This totally renovated family home with 4 bedrooms + den offers 2073 SF of spacious living and sits on a larger 4810 SF lot (37x130) in the heart of Steveston Village.

Immaculately maintained and features an amazing white kitchen with an extended bar area, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, engineered hardwood floors, updated bathrooms with granite counters, new washer/dryer, vinyl windows, gas fireplace, skylight, new paint, lights and carpets + more… All this on a fantastic south facing lot in with an extra-wide garage, parking for 4 more cars, large covered back patio and an extended backyard. Located close to Byng Elementary and McMath Secondary and walk to shops, restaurants, buses, Garry Point Park and the Dyke trails.

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3051 Pleasant Street WATERFRONT IN STEVESTON

$708,000

LIVE WORK LOFT WITH WATER VIEW

NEW LISTING

$1,399,000

BRIDGEPORT WELL KEPT 5 BDRMS + GAMES

HUGE 12,702 SF LOT!

$2,988,000

STUNNING NEW HOME W/1 BDRM SUITE

NW CORNER 3 BDRM + DEN W/EV CHARGER

Well kept 3100+ sf home offers 5 bedrooms + large games room and 3 full bathrooms. Convenient bedroom and 3 pc bathroom on main floor. It’s in a quiet cul-de-sac and has a rectangular 4843 sq ft lot.

The home is mostly in original condition but super clean and is ready to move in. It’s in a popular Bridgeport location with easy access to all bridges to Vancouver and just minutes to Costco, Tim Hortons & Tait Elementary & Cambie Secondary Schools.

Stunning Steveston Village Penthouse! This air-conditioned top floor NW corner unit is just like new and offers 1765 SF of open contemporary living. Features 3 fully ensuited bedrooms, extra large home office / den, gourmet-style kitchen with entertainment-sized island, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas stove, wine cooler, wide-plank hardwood floors, 9’ ceilings, floor heating in the master bath, full-size laundry room and loads of storage. This fantastic home even has 2 masters and is located on the quietest side of the building away from traffic with some North Shore mountain views. Comes complete with 2 parking spots, EV charger, 2 lockers and easy access to the shared rooftop deck. Just steps to shops, restaurants, buses, the Dike, Garry Point Park, Byng Elementary & McMath Secondary.

10335 McLeod Court

7680 Steveston Hwy

#304-3755 Chatham Street

TOTALLY IMMACULATE

$768,000

SPACIOUS 2 BDRM + DEN CONDO

SW CORNER 3 BDRM

$898,000

TOTALLY RENOVATED WITH 1384 SF

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.

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!

#152-6168 London Road

#223-9551 Alexandra Road

#806-8811 Lansdowne Road

$415,000

SORRENTO CONCRETE LIVING $588,000

TOP FLOOR & OPEN VIEWS! $259,000

GRANVILLE & RAILWAY

#310-7431 Blundell Road THE VILLAGE IN STEVESTON $788,000

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 semi-ensuited bathroom & a great NW corner balcony. All this in a well-run 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!

#1602-3333 Sexsmith Road

MORGAN CROSSING

$509,900

$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

TOTALLY RENOVATED $2,099,000

RENOVATED LOFT-STYLE 1 BDRM SPECTACULAR 16/F 1 BDRM + DEN NE CORNER 3 BDRM HOME / INVESTMENT KITS POINT 3 BDRM TOWNHOME

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, wood-burning 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.

$1,399,000

This stunning 4517 sq ft 6 bedroom plus den & games home has 7.5 baths and a functional floor plan with 2 master bedrooms and an authorized 1 bedroom side suite with full kitchen. Quality workmanship and finishings can be seen throughout with 11’ ceilings the main floor & 10’ ceilings upstairs with high ceilings in the living room, entry & family rooms. Spectacular bright large open kitchen offers top of the line Meile stainless steel appliances, quartz counters and custom cabinetry loaded with built-ins. Other necessities include: air conditioning, fully automated Control 4 Smart home system with remote lights & security system, BI speakers, triple garage, electric gate & auto sprinklers. This brand new home sits on a beautifully landscaped 74’ x 173’ = 12,702 sq ft lot with a private South exposed back yard and a built in custom professional basketball court plus lots of room for extra cars, RV or a Boat.

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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$539,000

VANCOUVER - ON ROBSON STREET

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.

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.

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.

#302-8060 Ryan Road

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#203-1688 Robson St, Vancouver

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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

TOP FLOOR 2 BDRM, 2 BATH CONDO

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 Dr, Surrey

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.

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#405-6011 No. 1 Road $723,800

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#320-12873 Railway Avenue

Spacious, TOP FLOOR corner unit with vaulted ceilings & LOFT area in well run Westwater Views. Buy with confidence, complex has targeted rain screening, NEW WINDOWS & is about to be painted. Abundance of natural light via sky lights & large windows facing South, West & North. Beautiful mountain views can be seen from the living room, family room, master bedroom, loft & the 12' 8” x 8' deck. 2nd bdrm features windows on two sides with a lovely court yard view.

Renovations incl: hardwood floors in the living room, new toilets, faucets, updated carpet in the hall & bedroom, kitchen & bathroom tile & updated dishwasher & fridge. There are 2 side by side parking stalls. Fantastic location, steps to the boardwalk along the Fraser River & Steveston Village. Kids & pets welcome.

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11180 Merchantman Place STEVESTON GEM with mortgage helper!!! Beautifully updated, 2 level family home in Steveston South area located on a quiet, family-oriented street. Updates include newer kitchen with Corian counters and loads of cupboard space, newer engineered maple hardwood and tile floors up and laminate and tiling down. All bedrooms upstairs have custom California Closets. Bathrooms have custom shelving and Corian counters. Deck off the kitchen with awning adds outdoor covered living space. Downstairs has a large family room or work space/office. Completely separate one bed suite (currently rented month to month) that is great for extended family or mortgage helper. Fully fenced east facing backyard. Clean as a whistle, move-in-ready, start living the Steveston lifestyle now!

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$389,900

#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.

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$599,800

$1,478,000

#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!

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$1,298,000

$9,680,000

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!

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$1,298,800

#4-5531 Cornwall Drive

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$1,480,000

#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.

Adam Wachtel 604-315-2746

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$599,800

#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.

#505-7080 St. Albans Road

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$998,800

11671 King Road

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$1,198,800

#33-11100 Railway Avenue

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Balcony w/court yard view. Bright & spacious. Brand new interior paint & modern German 12mm high grade wide plank laminate floors. Granite ctr tops. 2 secured U/G parking.

Amenities: O/D pool, hot tub, party lounge, equipped gym & guest suite.

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$1,298,800

#707-1270 ROBSON STREET, VANCOUVER

This quiet inside 589 sf apt is located in the hustling buzzling part of Robson Street neighboring Coal Harbor. Corner unit w/ SW balcony. Newly-renovated: laminate wood floor, paint, bath & kitchen cabinets/ quartz ctr tops, backsplash, sink, faucets & appliances. Host your friends on building's large, rooftop sundeck.

Pets & rentals friendly. Secured parking rented for $50 from strata.

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#10-7428 SOUTHWYNDE AVE BURNABY Aderaʼs award-winning Ledge-stone. 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.

$1,738,000

412-1485 W. 6TH AVENUE

Yaletownʼs Bosa award-winning Pacific Point. Across from David Lam Park, mins walk to skytrain & seawall.

S facing 747 sf 1 bdrm + den. Semiensuite and large walk-thru closet.

Open concept. Bright & spacious.

Unit totally updated in 2013 w/ quartz ctr tops & hi-end S/S appliances. New rainscreen & windows completing soon. Amenities: Indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, equipped gym, lounge & concierge. Pets & rentals friendly.

Sorry, no parking or locker.

EXCELLENT HOME FOR STARTER OR INVESTORS

$499,000

#306-1323 HOMER STREET VANCOUVER

4700 LARKSPUR AVENUE, RICHMOND

STARTING OR RETIRING

$599,800

#15-4220 STEVESTON HWY, RICHMOND

W Richmond 1/2 duplex in quiet & serene Riverdale neighbourhood.

Greenbelt with McCallan Neighbourhood Park behind. 1975 solidlybuilt 2,204 sf. 2 level home (1,172 sf. up + 1,032 sf. down). Perfect for 3-generation family living, starter, or investors. 4 Bdrm (3 up + 1 down), 2.5 baths, + 2 kitchens. Home shows well & has a great tenant M-T-M at $2,450 for ~14 years. Approx. 5,120 sf. lot size with S/SE backyard & ~40 ft frontage. Thompson Elementary & Burnett Secondary school catchment.

Steveston Mews, very well self managed 16-unit 2-level townhome complex (~3yr old roof & newer vinyl windows) within walking distance to schools, parks, Steveston Village & the dyke. 986 sf. of very efficient layout . 2 Bdms + 2 full bath. 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.

COMMERCIAL ZONED NEAR COSTCO

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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.

$1,628,000

$638,000

1701-7468 LANSDOWNE ROAD

1601-938 SMITHE ST VANCOUVER

83 SOUTH DYKE RD, 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.

$4,595,000

7551 MONTANA ROAD

$5,498,000

13988 34 AVENUE WHITE ROCK

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Features walls of windows to showcase the garden & mountain view, gas range, spa-like baths & air-conditioning. Open plan with nicely separated bedrooms. 3 year young complex affords quick access to Hwy 99 & shopping @ Ironwood.

Beautifully updated upper level 3 bdrms & 4 pce bath. Downstairs 3 bdrms, living room, kitchen & 3 pce bath. Detached garage/ workshop. Just steps to schools and recreations. LISTED $1,738,000

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$708,000 Concrete low-rise that boasts 2

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Easy walk to full service shopping.

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Very special ONE level, One bedroom PLUS den with lovely private yard, side by side laundry, newly installed laminate flooring and mouldings. Backing onto green space. A delight to show.

NEWLY LISTED $499,000

$898,000 Watch the boats go by from this VIEW PROPERTY overlooking the South Arm of the mighty Fraser.

Spacious 1,254 sq. ft plan boasts 2 large decks. Master Suite with walk-in closet & big shower plus 2 sinks. Two-way gas fireplace separates the dining/living rooms.

Light & bright with lots of windows.

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SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #208-4500 WESTWATER DRIVE

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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 Geo-exchange heating and cooling makes this unit perfect to enjoy all Steveston has to offer.

Lovely 2 bdrm, 2 bathroom quiet suite, facing the walking path. This Coppersky West suite enjoys granite counters, stainless steel appliances, 1 parking and 1 storage locker.

This award winning building has a large party room with pool table, full kitchen, big screen tv, and a gym for your convenience. Located at the edge of Phoenix Pond, this building is a short stroll along the boardwalk to Steveston Village shops, restaurants, community centre, pools, South and West dyke trails. Call now to view!

Priced at $659,900 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.218.4800

Priced at $1,699,900 Barb Nimchuk 604.505.9917

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT DAILY EXCEPT FRIDAYS #325-23222 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 $499,900 Fraser Roberts 604.779.5324

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

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124-2233 McKenzie Rd., Abbotsford $332,500

Welcome to Latitude in central Abbotsford. Move in ready or buy to invest – rentals allowed! Close to UFV, schools, shopping, recreation, HWY access, hospital, transit & more.

This South facing ground level unit offers 1-bedroom, a den and a 4-pc bathroom. Den could easily be a 2nd bedroom!

Bright living room w/ modern electric F/P & access to the covered patio surrounded by treed gardens. Kitchen features tile backsplash, S/S appliances, garburator, quartz counters & pendant lighting above bar seating. Brand new vinyl plank flooring throughout the living spaces & bright paint. In-suite stacked washer/dryer w/ extra room for storage. Communal rec room & exercise room. 1 pet allowed (no size rest). Located on the quiet side of the building! Storage locker & 2 parking stalls.

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

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Ground floor with garden patio! $469,900 Just listed! Beautifully updated unit in Steveston’s Nautica North. Features newer kitchen cabinets, quartz counters and updated stainless steel appliances. Laminate flooring in main areas with newer carpet in the bedroom and sitting area/ den off the master. Large outdoor space including private patio with turfed over yard space, perfect for entertaining your friends or taking your dog for a walk without having to use the elevators. Shows well, don’t miss this one!

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G&H Dumpling Wrapper 454g

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Frozen Assorted Fried Fish Ball 500g

海威龍鱈魚扒

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Local Cherries 本地車厘子

積和圓餃皮

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29 ea

Lychee 荔枝

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99 lb

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USA Sugar Mandarin 美國砂糖桔

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29 lb

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79

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Local Green Beans

本地豆仔

1

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White Ong Choy

99

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☐ Bamboo Express ☐ The Boss Bakery ☐ Cobs Bread ☐ CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice ☐ L.A. Grill ☐ McDonald’s ☐ Otaru Japanese Kitchen ☐ Round Table Pizza ☐ Starbucks ☐ Subway ☐ Sushi Han ☐ Thai Kitchen

☐ Awesome Nails ☐ Bank of Montreal ☐ Ben Jones Insurance Agencies ☐ Blundell Dental ☐ Blundell Medical ☐ Blundell Return-it Centre ☐ Body Glo Tan ☐ Easy Care Dry Cleaning ☐ H&R Block ☐ Kins Farm Market ☐ Mathnasium of Richmond ☐ Medussa Home Bedding ☐ Mon Amie Hair Salon ☐ Q2 Barbers ☐ Sense Massage ☐ Shoppers Drug Mart ☐ TD Canada Trust ☐ Vancity

☐ 12 Baskets Nutrition ☐ Amron’s Meats ☐ Bellissima Fashions ☐ Blundell Liquor ☐ Expert Hearing ☐ Eye Station Optic ☐ Faithful Friends Pet Food and Supply ☐ Foot Solutions ☐ Loonie Town ☐ Persona Laser & Skin Care Centre ☐ UPS Store

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Everything You Need & So Much More

Everything You Need & So Much More

Conveniently located on the corner of Blundell & No. 2.

Conveniently located on the corner of Blundell & No. 2.

Free Parking

Free Parking

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www.BlundellCentre.com

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Local liquor store fills your beverage needs with great selection at competitive prices election. Convenience. Price.

Those are just some of the benefits Liquor Town at Blundell Centre has provided customers since it opened in 2006.

And now that summer is in full swing, staff at the store are ready to make your next big gathering, or even just a quiet and relaxing time at home, easy to stock with your favourite beverages, including some of the most popular, locally produced craft beers.

“While we are not as big as some of the larger government-run liquor stores that carry a wider selection than us, we pride ourselves on offering a wide variety of locally-made products,” says Louise Williams, store manager at Liquor Town.

“And that includes the great craft breweries around Richmond, Ladner and Tsawwassen, rather than branching out to those from, say, Ontario.”

Among those local products found on Liquor Town’s shelves are Barnside Brewing and Four Winds (South Delta) and Parallel 49 (east Vancouver).

There are also selections from popular craft breweries located on Vancouver Island, such as Driftwood Brewery and Phillips Brewing & Malting Co. “While those craft producers may all have their own tasting rooms, it’s not always convenient for people to visit, so we stock those products here for customers to try and enjoy,”Williams says, adding Liquor

Town is always responsive to what customers want and can alter stock depending on demand.

“We are always listening to our customers and their suggestions,” Williams says. “Convenience, friendly staff and competitive pricing are a big plus at Liquor Town.”

“We look forward to re-introducing our in-store tastings of featured products as indoor restrictions are lifted over the summer,”Williams adds.

Liquor Town is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.

For more information on how Liquor Town can help fill your needs, visit their website at liq quortown.ca.

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Mathnasium offers youngsters an enjoyable pathway to understanding

T

he way to successful learning can take several routes.

And the instructors at Mathnasium in Richmond are there as guides to find learning methods best suited to the student.

That’s the foundation Mathnasium provides, says Tony Colabella, who runs the local learning centre, which in the past year has adapted well to the health protocols of the COVID-19 pandemic through its virtual classes.

“We are slightly different than some other online programs because we still feature one-on-one instruction in a group setting with the students,” Colabella says.

“We allow the kids to interact back and forth the whole time so they can gain more from it. But our instructors move into a virtual room to provide that personal time.”

The online learning option was originally meant for when students went on vacation, but Colabella says it’s something his Mathnasium location will stick with, even when public health restrictions are relaxed and in-person instruction returns to more normal levels.

Since last July, in-person classes have been offered with a full measure of COVID-19 health protocols in place.

To get students started at Mathnasium, they undergo an assessment to judge their level of understanding and tailor a learning program that allows them to progress.

“It’s a case of meeting them where they are positioned so we can help bring them up from there,” Colabella adds.

“We don’t want students to rely just on memorizing how to do things. We want them to understand fully, so we’ll teach in a number of ways that make the most sense to them because once it does, it becomes more exciting, and they become more engaged.”

That experience can often create a “spillover” effect in other school subjects.

“A lot of kids come to us thinking they have poor math skills. And a lot of the time, by building their self-confidence, allowing them to work on math problems on their own where they grasp the solution, their overall skills become a lot stronger because they don’t doubt themselves as much,” Colabella says.

While progression differs from child to child, when they do “click” with the program, it’s a satisfying moment for both student and instructor.

“It’s all a matter of showing them a way of attaining a solution that makes sense to them,” Colabella explains. “And when that happens, they come back with, ‘I can do this, give me more.’

“We have plexiglass stands, everyone has masks, and we make sure to sanitize in between sessions,” Colabella says. “Even though we can seat nearly 40 kids, we limit it to 15 to ensure everyone is spaced out and comfortable.”

“And that’s great to see how encouraged they get, especially when they are asking for something more challenging.”

Mathnasium offers assistance for students from kindergarten to Grade 12, tailoring the experience to each person since everyone learns differently.

For more about how Mathnasium can help your child succeed, check out their website at mathnasium.ca/richmondbc.

Conveniently located on the corner of Blundell & No. 2.

Conveniently located on the corner of Blundell & No. 2.

Free Parking

Free Parking

www.BlundellCentre.com

www.BlundellCentre.com