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No special need to move son: Mom District says transfering boy a matter of resources Kelly Ryan believes a vociferous group of parents have gotten her 5-yearold son, Hudson, kicked out of Sea Island elementary. Alan Campbell/ Richmond News

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Kelly Ryan got a call from someone at General Currie elementary saying her son, Hudson, was being registered at the school for the fall. Not an unusual call, by any stretch, for a mom to take. The problem is, five-year-old Hudson goes to the tiny, 40 or so-student Sea Island elementary and Ryan hadn’t asked for her son to switch schools for Grade 1 next school year. According to the school district, Hudson — who has fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) and ADHD — will get more support at the near 500-student General Currie, which is in the family’s Brighouse catchment area. Whereas, Sea Island, which Hudson attends because of the proximity to the family’s specialized daycare, apparently has “limited resources” to deal with his needs. Ryan fully acknowledges her son has behavioural issues and that he can be aggressive due to his special needs. But the single mom-of-two is equally aware of the acute learning support Hudson needs to succeed in mainstream

education and she’s adamant it’s readily available at Sea Island, without the need to uproot her already delicately balanced son. “He doesn’t do well in large groups,” said UBC research technician Ryan, who added she has a written diagnosis from Children’s Hospital, detailing exactly what level of care Hudson needs at school. “He gets constant reminders about personal space and boundaries and he needs full-time supervision, especially at recess, as he can go from 0-10 in a second. “Hudson has very special needs, there’s no getting away from that; but Sea Island was happy to take him last year and allow him to be part of their school. “They were very understanding and had been doing a great job with Hudson.” Sea Island had a part-time EA (educational assistant), but that support increased soon after Hudson started last fall. There were altercations with students throughout the school year, admitted Ryan. And more recently, there was a claim that Hudson tried to strangle another boy. “The parents phoned the school board and said this was a safety concern,” said Ryan. see ARCHER › page 4

Prices rise at some pubs, but ‘happy hour’ on its way Graeme Wood

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At least two pubs in Richmond will have to raise prices for beers, thanks to new government regulations that some are calling an outright “tax grab.” The Pioneer’s Pub and Kingswood Pub will both see rate hikes for their low-end daily specials: A pint of beer at Kingswood costs $4.90 while the house special at

Pioneer’s costs just $4.25. “It means we’ll have to raise our prices. Now we’ll have to start charging $5, so it’s working in reverse for us,” said Pioneer’s manager Justin Brow, speaking to the recent changes in liquor laws that were supposedly intended to liberate pubs and restaurants from bureaucratic red tape. “I know our customers aren’t happy,” he said. According to new regulations, released

last Friday by the Ministry of Justice, cider and draught beer cannot be priced lower than 25 cents per ounce, wine at 60 cents per once and liqueurs and spirits at $2 per ounce. A true pint of beer will now cost a minimum of $5 no matter where you go in the province. The new regulation, however, will not affect most pubs in Richmond such as the Flying Beaver, Legends, ANAF Steveston, and the

Pumphouse Taphouse because a pint of their cheapest beer already sells for $5 or more. The price changes happened concurrently with the introduction of happy hours, which will now allow pubs and restaurants to alter the prices of alcoholic drinks throughout the day with the intention of drawing customers in during off-peak hours.

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Park concepts floated for Fraser River trails Campground suggested for Iona Graeme Wood

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An adjacent pedestrian bridge that links Lulu Island to Sea Island may ultimately compliment a planned riverfront park east of the Dinsmore Bridge. From there, cyclists and pedestrians may head to Iona Beach Regional Park and camp under the stars. Or they just enjoy some time spent on a floating park. These are some of the ideas being floated by park planners in the city as a regional riverfront trail system continues to be developed. According to a report to the parks committee this week, the Experience the Fraser Concept Plan, which aims to connect trails along the Fraser River from Richmond all the way to Hope and the Fraser Canyon, will expand to the north and middle arms of the Fraser River. The plan incorporates the 642-kilometre Canyon to Coast Trail, which includes connections to Howe Sound and Washington State. Trails along the river are referred to as the Recreational Blueway. The goal of this inter-regional network of Blueway trails is to “showcase the rich recreational, cultural and natural heritage of the Fraser River.” This will allow greater regional access to major recreational

destinations in the city such as Steveston, Riverport, Richmond City Centre, Terra Nova Rural Park and Iona. The trails and pathways on each side of the middle and north arms will add 92 kilometres to the trail network, which is only about 50 per cent complete to date. There’s no timeline for completion at the moment, as the plan is more of a piecemeal project and gaps in the system will be filled over time. There is also no estimated cost, as many elements of Experience the Fraser are incorporated into other projects, namely bridges and official community plans. Crossing the river is an integral part of the trail network. The planned bridge at the George Massey Tunnel, as well as a new Pattullo Bridge, are likely to feature pedestrian and cycling paths. There is also a pedestrian/cyclist bridge being planned between New Westminster and Queensborough. Meanwhile, repurposing a rail bridge between Burnaby and Richmond for pedestrians and cyclists is also a possibility. Of course, the Canada Line Bridge has already been proven to successfully funnel cyclists between Richmond and Vancouver. Meanwhile, the report by Mike Redpath, the city’s senior manager

This photo illustration from an art project in New York City shows an example of what a floating park may look like. Photo by New York Times. of parks, notes a pedestrian bridge on the middle arm, connecting West Cambie and the Olympic Oval neighbourhoods to Sea Island, is planned over the long term. If it’s not a bridge people fancy, it’s believed, that with more development, there may be opportunities to introduce a passenger ferry service like the ones found in Vancouver’s False Creek. All of these trails will feature opportunities for recreation. For instance, as noted, camping has been suggested at Iona. Also, it is hoped the trail system will offer

more boat and/or canoe and kayak launches. And in Richmond, where development along the north arm is occurring rapidly (Oval Village, Parc Riviera, River Rock Casino and Resort) there will be more opportunities for riverfront plazas. One of the biggest obstacles to overcome is how the trails can connect with one another through industrial land. Metro Vancouver planners are working with industry to develop design guidelines for where trails intersect with such areas. For safety reasons, planners must also

tread lightly when planning water activities in certain low-traffic areas (like in front of the UBC Boathouse). Planning for recreational activities may even require floating amenity barges in the future. Redpath’s report includes photos of a floating park in New York City (an art project, in fact) as well as a floating restaurant, pulled by a tugboat. It’s thought municipalities can share in the costs of these barges, which can then move from one city to another as they host special waterfront community events.

Liquor sales will add ‘extra colour’ to Steveston market ‹ from page 1

The changes are part of 73 recommendations made by local MLA John Yap that will ultimately result in a complete re-write of the Liquor Control and Licensing Act planned for next spring. “To balance health and safety, we have put into effect price floors that align with the views expressed by health advocates during our liquor consultations and will help to encourage responsible

consumption,” said Yap in “They get an extra It’s more or less an online news release. 17 per cent tax on the Glenn Jensen, owner difference. It’s more or another tax grab. of Legends Pub, less another tax grab,” — Glenn Jensen acknowledged the price said Jensen. floors could prevent None of the pubs alcohol abuse, particularly have actually been in Vancouver’s Downtown informed of the official Eastside. changes. However, he also sees it as another “So far there’s nothing for us to do. We money-making opportunity for the haven’t gotten official notice on anything, government. really. I’m not even sure if it has even

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been OK’d,” said Jensen. One other change that the public may notice is the allowance of brewers and distillers at farmer’s markets. Henry Pietraszek, manager of the Steveston Farmer’s Market, said he is still waiting for official confirmation as to the details of what is allowed at his market. He said there have been expressions of interest from local merchants. “I think it will add a nice extra colour to the market,” said Pietraszek.

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“There were other issues at recess, with pushing and fighting. He was getting the blame for everything; but the EA witnessed it most of the time and she refuted many of the claims that were made, and it was often the other child that was to blame.” By the beginning of this month, it had all died down, according to Ryan, until she got the registration phone call from General Currie. “I put it down to some kind of confusion and left it at that,” she said. “But later that day, I got a call from the Sea Island principal, who said that Hudson’s catchment area was General Currie and there would be more resources there. But I was then asked what I would like to do? “I obviously said I’d rather he stayed where he was. I then talked to the superintendent and tried to get some answers, but it seemed like they had made their minds up.” Ryan claims she wasn’t given any reassurance of more resources for Hudson at General Currie, other than the fact there would be more EAs around the school, which need to be shared with other students requiring support. Lynn Archer, Richmond

School District assistant superintendent, said they have to ensure Hudson’s needs are being met and, with Sea Island being a very small school, there is more “depth of resources and wraparound resources” at General Currie. “An EA is assigned to a school, not to a student,” said Archer of Ryan’s claims that

...we do assign our resources the best we can. - Lynn Archer Hudson had a full-time EA at Sea Island. “But we do assign our resources the best we can. “Hudson did not have a full-time EA; there was another child at Sea Island who required support and itinerant support from the district was assigned to the school to help. “At Sea Island, there really is only two teachers and we have to provide a safe learning environment for all students.” At General Currie, said Archer, there are “two full-time administrators and more learning resource teachers; there are simply more adults there for support.” Archer added that the family has been given an

opportunity to meet with the principal at General Currie before the new school year. No matter how the district spins it, said Ryan, she can’t wrap her head around the decision and feels a vociferous group of Sea Island parents have gotten their way. “I think this is the easier option for everyone except Hudson,” said Ryan. “I think the parents that were against us at Sea Island are getting their way and it’s their voices that are being heard.” If Hudson is forced to attend General Currie, Ryan fears her son will “slip through the cracks,” as he doesn’t cope well with change. “It’s going to cause him a lot of anxiety and he’s going to be overwhelmed. And trying to find another daycare that gives him the level of support he gets is going to be impossible.” Assuming the teachers’ strike doesn’t break before summer, Ryan intends her son’s next school day to be Sea Island in the fall, where she says her son has made many friends. “He has a hidden disease and people often write him off as a bad kid,” said Ryan. “But he does try his absolute hardest and needs a lot of help along the way. It’s insane to take that away from him.”

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Two young Richmond women will vie for the Miss BC title this Saturday. Felicia Chandra and Taylor Scott want to make Richmond proud this weekend, as the city has not won the Miss BC title since Sandra Gin in 2009. Last year, Richmond’s Rebecca Ketler won Miss Teen BC. The contestants compete in a private judge’s interview, an on-stage interview, a sportswear presentation, an evening gown presentation, a sponsor costume introduction and charity fundraising. The charity of the Miss BC Pageant is the Cops for Cancer Tour, run by the Canadian Cancer Society. Since 2007, the Miss BC Pageant has raised more than $200, 000 for the Cops for Cancer Tour. The public is invited to log on and vote for their favourite contestant in the People’s Choice award at www.missbc.ca.

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amily-founded and familyowned with community at its heart. That’s the essence of Richmond-based real estate owner, developer and manager RCG Group. “We’re very focused on contributing and encouraging the strengthening of the fabric of the community,” says Harold Goodwyn, who along with his brother Grante, and the team at RCG Group, develops, acquires, leases and manages more than 1.3 million sq. ft. of industrial, retail, commercial and office space in the Lower Mainland, the majority of which is in Richmond.

“Richmond is an exciting and culturally diverse community we’re proud to be a part of. It’s evolving and growing rapidly. You see a city centre growing before your very eyes. But even our office near the city centre, which my father built 50 years ago, is no more than two blocks from either shopping or restaurants, the dyke trail and

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the river bike paths or the Canada Line.” RCG Group recently became Richmond Hospital Foundation’s three-year volunteer sponsor for the Foundation’s main events, including the annual golf tournament, the upcoming Community Cares Month in September, the 16th Starlight Gala as well as for the Foundation’s volunteer thank you event held in November. “It’s great to be able to contribute,” he says. “Helping the hospital and supporting volunteers was something we really connected with.” While RCG Group may not be familiar to everyone in Richmond, the company nevertheless has deep roots in Richmond that stretch back more than ﬁve decades with company founder Harvey Goodwyn father of Harold and Grante - born in 1925 and raised in Richmond on a farm that was located near Cambie and Shell Road. Harvey continued to maintain a deep fondness and love for what Richmond has

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to offer. And today Harold and Grante continue in that tradition, committed to the community. “Health is a real priority for everyone,” says Harold. “You can’t do a lot without it. My father passed away from cancer in 1999. He was really well served at Richmond Hospital by all the staff that he and our family interacted with.” Harold says RCG Group believes strongly in giving back to the communities in which they live, work and play. “We’ve been in Richmond for more than 50 years, and we are really invested in this community for the long term,” says Harold. “We feel very fortunate to be in a business whose outlook is optimistic, and it’s gratifying to be able to contribute to the improvement of health care right here in Richmond.”

How can you and your company get involved in improving health care in Richmond? To take an active leadership role to support Richmond Hospital, please contact Richmond Hospital Foundation to learn more about sponsorship opportunities to help purchase new medical equipment, improve patient care services and help save lives right here in Richmond.

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Klar Law Corporation will present a free workshop called The Family Law Act: How the new changes may affect you and your family, June 25 from 7 - 8:30 p.m. at the Brighouse (Main) Branch of Richmond Public Library, 7700 Minoru Gate. To register, call 604-231-6413, or register online at www.yourlibrary.ca/events

Thursday Fraserview Care Lodge invites you to its first annual Care Fair Garden Party June 26 from 3 – 6 p.m. on the grounds of Fraserview Care Lodge, 9580 Williams Road.

Friday The Consulate General of Japan is pleased to present Parallel Paths – Japanese Diplomacy and Nikkei Heritage: World War Two Period. The third forum in a series of six traces parallel histories of the Japanese consulate in Vancouver and the Japanese community. Friday, June 27 at 7 p.m., Steveston Buddhist Temple, 4360 Garry Street.

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Planting seeds for seniors’ care Graeme Wood

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Residents at Rosewood Manor are getting their hands dirty this summer in a bid to feel better about life — naturally. Thanks to some volunteer work by employees at Home Depot, the seniors’ residential care home has added two, new raised garden beds in its courtyard, thus facilitating an added, convenient outdoor activity for residents, most of whom have limited mobility. “These (garden beds) allow our residents to stand or sit in their wheelchair and get their hands dirty. It’s therapeutic,” explained Katherine Perez, Rosewood’s special project manager. Outside, next to the dining room, is one bed with several tomato plants already sprouting many varieties of the fruit. In another courtyard, a bed with herbs, flowers and some lettuce is growing. The volunteers donated the plants as well. The garden beds are part of a voluntary provincial program — Call for Less Antipsychotics in Residential Care (CLEAR) — that aims to reduce the number of seniors in residential care on antipsychotic medications by 50 per cent.

Josh Bliss (counter clockwise from left), with Richmond’s Home Depot, Eleanor Tucker, Bee Skorstengard, sitting, Marjorie Smith and Megan VanWallegham, recreation and volunteer manager, show off the new tomato plants at Rosewood Manor. Graeme Wood/Richmond News “Believe it or not, this non-pharmaceutical intervention has helped decrease the anxiety of some of our residents, resulting in the decrease of anti-psychotics,” said Perez. Other initiatives include music classes and hand massages with essential oils, she noted. Drugs tend to make residents feel sleepy,

dopey, and lethargic, said Perez. “We are taking a different route and noticing amazing results,” she said. Presently, on average, about 35 per cent of seniors in Canadian residential care are prescribed antipsychotic medications, according to the CLEAR website.

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Tory change a foreign concept

fter more than a year of scandal and outrage over abuses of the temporary foreign workers’ program, the Tories have changed the rules to better protect Canadians and the foreign workers themselves. Among the changes: employers can no longer hire low-wage temporary foreign workers in regions where unemployment is above six per cent; a 10 per cent cap on the number of TFW s on any one work site; more government inspections of employers and fines of up to $100,000 for bosses caught abusing the

program. It may have been a calculated preelection-year move to appeal to middle-of-the-road voters, but we know as well that the changes haven’t been popular with the Conservatives’ probusiness base. The Canadian Federation of Independent Business president put out a message on social media Friday calling the changes the “single worst decision this (government) has made and a major knock to their small biz credentials.” The argument has been that temporary foreign workers are the only people willing to take jobs in restaurants and hotels,

regardless of what wages they offer. Canadians are quite willing to work in restaurants and hotels, but, indeed, the issue is wage. Canadians want (in fact, need) a liveable wage. And regarding the argument businesses won’t survive if they pay one, we point to the likes of McDonald’s and Tim Hortons — companies in no danger of going under. No, this is not about survival; it’s about size of profit. We hope the government will follow through with enforcement of the new rules, without which the changes will be meaningless.

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Inject political will into a Canadian cure for cancer

access to every dollar floating sst! Stephen Harper! Thomas Mulcair! Justin PainfulTruth around in the economy. The total federal budget this year was Trudeau! C’mere for a Matthew $279.2 billion. So for health, second. I’ve got an idea for all Claxton the government spent 0.0035 of you. Don’t worry, it’s nonper cent of the budget on health partisan – but whoever actually research. goes for it might win a big chunk of votes. That’s too low. Here it is: cancer stinks. Now a digression for a moment, but don’t You know that? So why aren’t we doing worry, this will make sense. something about it right now? What is Canada known for? Hockey, yes, I’m serious. Ah, you can point me to the Canadian politeness, maybe sorta, definitely Mounties. Institutes of Health Research. Yes, a very We used to define ourselves by our U.N. worthy organization, which pours money into Peacekeeping, but that has dwindled. We a wide variety of research projects. Its budget could use a bit of a rebranding. Something is hovering around $1 billion annually now. else to put on the ol’ international resume, That’s not bad. some bragging rights to take into those G7 Of course, Canada’s gross domestic product meetings. is currently a hair over $1.9 trillion. Yeah, How about we cure cancer? trillion with a T, a one with 12 zeroes. Recently, a few hundred folks walked Which means that in terms of health around the Richmond Oval for the Canadian research in Canada, we’re putting one dollar Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. It was also out of every $1,900 into the pot, through the same day as the Ride to Survive, and a the federal government. And that pot is then week after the Ride to Conquer Cancer, and this fall the Cops for Cancer hits the road, divided up for a variety of health projects. right around the time of the Terry Fox Run. Obviously, the government doesn’t have

Canadians have an Bring every brilliant scientist to I$7ambillion? appetite for funding dead serious and grad student with a good about this. Put the cancer research. We’ll walk, bike, run, money out there. idea to Canada. Get them wear our underwear Offer the grants. tackling the cancers, one after Bring every brilliant outside of our clothes, bungee jump naked, scientist and grad another ... do whatever it takes student with a good to get a few extra idea to Canada. Get bucks. them to tackling the So why not give the cancer research cancers, one after another: leukemia, lung budget a bit of a boost? It’s possibly the only cancer, brain tumours, bone cancer, skin government program I can think of where cancer, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, you could announce, “We’ll spend a lot more prostate cancer. money,” and it could get you votes. We’ll knock them over like dominoes. In fact, let’s turn it into Canada’s Apollo We’ll figure out cancer’s secrets and subvert Program. it, zap it, drive it out. In the mid 1960s, when the U.S. was trying There would be economic spin-offs for us, to put humans on the moon, NASA soaked up of course. A huge scientific dividend we can’t 4.4 per cent of the entire government budget. even predict, lower health care costs, people If we got just half of that, we’d have a living longer. $6.1-billion cancer-fighting effort. And But mostly, we should do it because it’s trust me, all the Relay for Lifers and Terry right, and because we can, and because you Fox runners around the country aren’t don’t achieve wonders without effort. Matthew Claxton is a reporter with the going to stop while more money will help. Langley Advance We’ll top up that fund. Bet you we can get

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Segregation, pure and simple The Editor, Re: “Affordable housing... may be axed,” News, June 20. How many more times are people who need affordable housing going to be passed over again? Time after time we see this happening where developers get their way

with this council. We need inclusiveness in all developments. How many of these apartments buildings near the oval have been given free membership as an incentive, at taxpayers expense as we shore up this facility? The city’s history of giving developers what they want,

Gov’t acting above the law An open letter to The Honourable Christy Clark, Premier of British Columbia. I am writing today to express my deep concern for the current labour dispute with teachers. I am particularly appalled the government would include a clause that seeks to set aside the ruling of two British Columbia Court decisions and the likely future decision of the Supreme Court of Canada. To include wording that says, “if either party is dissatisfied with the outcome either party may give written notice to the other of termination of the collective agreement,” is evidence of the arrogance of your government, clearly signaling that your government is unwilling to abide by the rule of law in this country. You say you are trying to find a settlement in this labour dispute, yet you have proposed wording that could never be agreed upon by the teachers in British Columbia. I have a second major concern and that is the position of the government with respect to the funding for teachers and teacher assistants. The provision of specialist teachers who can support students with these educational needs has been eroded beyond belief over the last two terms of the Liberal government. What is not understood by your current minister of education and other members of your government is that not only are students with special needs being shortchanged, but regular classroom students are also not getting the teacher time they deserve. Teachers are trying to teach the special needs students and English language learners and are not able to appropriately work with the regular students in their classes. Without some framework to put limits on the number of special needs students allocated to classrooms, all students in our public schools are disadvantaged. How can you say that your government is bargaining in good faith when your proposals include such provocative positions? Do you realize that you are just providing additional evidence of bargaining in bad faith that can be used against your government in the future ruling of the Supreme Court of Canada. Unless government is willing to withdraw the clause that negates the future decision of the Supreme Court of Canada and propose some funding for class size and composition, there is no hope of obtaining a mutually agreed upon collective agreement. Donald Lintott Former deputy superintendent of schools (Retired) School District No. 38 (Richmond)

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Stand tall to save our trees The Editor, What is happening to all our big trees? Look at one corner on No. 2 Road — gone are the three big beautiful Douglas firs where owls used to sit and call. Look at the end of No. 2 Road and Railway Avenue — that wood lot and its amazing apple trees is now a big hole in the ground, soon to be a huge building, blocking everyone’s view. Look at the end of Princess Lane where

it meets the Dyke Road. Gone is the old fir that eagles used to use as a resting place. What does the tree bylaw actually say? I believe it says cut that big tree down before anyone has a chance to object. That is what happened in Clayoquot Sound. We all know how that turned out and thank heaven someone stood up for the trees. Steffany Walker Richmond

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Make the Right Turn in Bellingham Bellingham Festival of Music

By Benjamin Yong With huge events like Squamish Live and the five-day extravaganza in Pemberton, B.C. is no stranger to music festivals. But heading north isn’t the only option to get your melodic fix, as Bellingham is getting ready to host their 21st annual Festival of Music from July 5 to 20. “It’s a three-week summer festival of classical music, in which the orchestra is made up of selected musicians from North America,” says board chair Robert Lynch. “We do five orchestra concerts, chamber music (small ensemble of instruments) recitals and a number of free concerts.” A big draw for the show is the well-known guest artists from within classical circles that it attracts. Famous names performing this year include American violinist Stefan Jackiw, Spanish guitarist Pablo Villegas and Cuban-American soprano Lisette Oropesa, whose work has even appeared on the NBC comedy 30 Rock. Everything takes place at the Western Washington University Performing Arts Centre, nestled right in-between the historic town of Fairhaven and downtown Bellingham that is only about an hour’s drive from Richmond. Because of its relatively close proximity, Lynch says the festival draws a fair share of Canadians as well as people from all over the Pacific Northwest.

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“It’s very well attended. The five big concerts hold about 600 people or so each and they usually sell out. The chamber music is a smaller venue but that’s another several hundred. I’d say we get about 4,000 annually.” Another city favourite in the summer is the Downtown Sounds summer free concert series entering its 10th year. From July 9 to Aug. 6 on the 1300 block of Bay Street, popular local bands will play a variety of music every Wednesday night with different groups every week. A beverage garden will be provided by Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro and Spark Museum of Electrical Innovation. Also, happening at the same time is the Fairhaven Steampunk Festival Mr. Flip’s Carnival of Wonders & Curiosities on July 19, a unique exhibition celebrating Steampunk science-fiction literary culture and featuring live entertainment, food and vendors.

There are plenty more things to do, eat and see in both Fairhaven and “old” Bellingham, especially in the summertime — from cycling along the boardwalk to shopping in family-owned boutique stores to grabbing a bite and drink at some of the finest brew-pubs anywhere. Tickets for the Bellingham Festival of Music can be purchased via the website at www.bellinghamfestival.org/tickets, or by calling 360-605-6146. For more information about other events in the area, visit fairhaven.com and downtownbham.wordpress.com.

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s the River Rock Casino Resort celebrates its tenth year with a sparkling Diamond extravaganza from May 30 to June 30, learn more about what makes this Great Canadian Gaming Corporation property best in class, in the second installment of a four-part series publishing Wednesdays throughout June. Taste Sensations a Menu for Succes The River Rock Casino Resort offers up dining options that rival the finest in Canada. Sylvain Cuerrier, Executive Chef, is in charge of all restaurant and food venues, including Tramonto, The Buffet at the River Rock, Lulu’s Lounge, Curve, Banquet, 24 hour In-suite Dining, plus the International Food Court and a coffee shop/deli – Java Jack’s. (The Sea Harbour restaurant adjacent to The Hotel is separately owned.) As a Certified Chef de Cuisine, Cuerrier strives to make each guest’s dining experience a memorable one. Like on a big cruise ship, the volume of food that must be produced is off the charts; for example, The Buffet serves a ‘full house’ of about 22,000 guests per month. Chef doesn’t merely roll the dice with his culinary choices: “My team and I seek out fresh ideas for our menu, and listen to our diners’ suggestions,” says Cuerrier. “We don’t want to come off as big-box

He also mentions the prime rib – an incredible 73,000 pounds of Grade A is consumed there annually. Note, The Buffet has a delicious offer this month, called Dine & Win (see sidebar.)

The five-star service team really shines at Tramonto – River Rock’s fine dining experience featuring Italianinspired West Coast cuisine. It has a view of the river and mountains, where chefs offer up ‘stunning, yet approachable’ dishes, and it houses a stocked wine cellar. June is Diamond Lobster month, showcasing unique appetizers and entrees (see sidebar.)

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At River Rock the menus change seasonally and in accordance to product harvest seasons. “Our in-house Pastry team is behind everything sweet at the resort,” Chef says with pride. “And all our Japanese cuisine products are prepared fresh daily by a dedicated team of Japanese trained chefs.” Curve’s menu is exquisitely tailored. “All of our meats are ground in-house, our brioche buns are leavened and baked on site, plus fries made from scratch and relishes prepared that day… you won’t find a fresher hamburger anywhere!” says Cuerrier. Cuerrier is introducing new menu items, with craft beer in mind, and keeps abreast of nutrition trends, too. He is working on creating fresh-pressed juices and syrups for use in all the restaurants and bars; picture a Greyhound made with fresh-squeezed grapefruit. From Dine & Win at the Buffet to lobster madness at Tramonto and tapas at the Diamond Socials, plan a mouth-watering visit to the River Rock Casino Resort.

DINING: A WINNING EXPERIENCE • DINE & WIN at The Buffet at River Rock Dine at our inspired buffet for Sunday Brunch (11 am-2:30 pm), Lunch (11:30 am-2:30 pm) or Dinner (5 pm-9 pm) Sun.Thurs. and be entered to win weekly prizes of River Rock Hotel getaways. The grand prize draw to win a diamond worth $2,000 will be held on June 27. • DIAMOND LOBSTER FEATURE at Tramonto Restaurant Our award-winning West Coast menu will be lobster themed as part of our elegant resort celebrations. Enjoy delicious dishes prepared by our classically trained chefs. Sun.-Thurs., 5 pm-10 pm; Fri. and Sat., 5 pm-11 pm. • DIAMOND SOCIALS at Curve Join us after work for live music, cocktails and tapas. Wed.-Fri., 5 pm-8 pm. • DIAMONDS IN THE SKY SPECIALS & EVENTS at Lulu’s, a live music venue. Thurs.-Sat., after 8 pm.

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s the River Rock Casino Resort celebrates its tenth year with a sparkling Diamond extravaganza from May 30 to June 30, learn more about what makes this Great Canadian Gaming Corporation property best in class, in the third installment of a four-part series publishing Wednesdays throughout June. Relax at Your ‘Home Away from Home’ Located just 19 minutes from downtown Waterfront Station, six minutes from Brighouse and seven minutes from YVR, via the Canada Line, getting to the River Rock is easy and stress-free. The all-encompassing nature of this property – practically a small town within itself – makes it ideal for overnight stays and much more. From the moment you enter the main lobby and awe at the dual curved escalators outstretched above the chic, aptly titled, Curve lounge, there is an aura of “I’ve arrived” to this two-time winner of the World Luxury Award for ‘Best Luxury Casino Hotel.’ “We want to make each guest feel special throughout their visit,” says Roland Monteiro, General Manager, Hospitality Operations. ”So, whether you’re indulging in a family stay-cation, a girls’ fun weekend, golfing with the guys, or a romantic couple’s getaway, we’ve come up with some Diamond Stay options for our anniversary

that will suit your needs.” (See sidebar.) “Our suites in two of the towers are all 550 square feet and up and feature a separate bedroom,” says Monteiro. “We have penthouse suites as large as 2,800 square feet, for the ultimate indulgence in luxurious space.” The Hotel (built in Oct., 2011) is accessed via covered walkway, and is ideal for corporate or short-stays. “We designed these boutique rooms with modern touches,” says Monteiro. “As well as the custom-made beds, you’ll find a Nespresso machine, an I-pad docking station and of course… complimentary wireless.” The amenities on the property include a fitness facility plus a landscaped indoor pool area with waterslide and big hot tub. The leisure area opens up onto a hidden gem – a quiet, green space courtyard, perfect for a stroll amid the bird and wildlife sanctuary and the marina. Extra Credits: Don’t forget to visit the luxurious Absolute Spa, located on site. For maximum pampering and relaxation, use a gift card to indulge in an invigorating couples’ massage, facial or mani-pedi at Absolute. A hotel doesn’t receive a four-diamond rating (or positive reviews on Trip Advisor) without providing top-notch customer service. “Our front desk makes an effort to know your name, and what your preferences are,” Monteiro explains. “We had a guest recently who stayed here a few days while his home was under renovation. He enjoyed the service so much he returned with some fun ‘awards’ for our staff,” says Monteiro. Need assistance? Chef Concierge, Rosh Chandra (a director of Le Clefs d’Or Canada,) and his team can assist with transportation queries, or organizing tours and daytrips that will create lasting memories.

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DIAMOND STAYS, IN STYLE • DIAMOND VIP Package A night in a Penthouse Suite, dinner for 2 at Tramonto ($200 gift card), valet parking, in-suite breakfast for 2, plus $200 free table or slot play. $899 (to Aug. 31) • FRIENDS FOREVER Package A fun night in a 2-bed suite, mani/pedi for 2, cocktail and appy for 2, reserved seats at Lulu’s, and valet parking. $499 (to Aug. 31) • SAY IT WITH DIAMONDS Package A romantic night in a 1-bed suite, $75 food and beverage credit, bottle of House Sparkling wine, and valet parking. $399 (to Aug. 31) • DIAMOND CELEBRATION Resort Rate A special celebratory rate for the month of June. Our luxury suites are designed with your ultimate comfort in mind. $219 • DIAMOND CELEBRATION Hotel Rate An exclusive offer for the month of June. The state-of-the-art Hotel at River Rock offers the finest in luxury. $169

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People may want to change the appearance of their smile for a multitude of reasons, including feeling better about themselves. When it comes to changing a smile, there are many options that are available. The most conservative method of changing the appearance of one’s teeth is often by changing their colour by brightening them with bleaching methods. When both a colour and shape change is required, there are three dental treatment options. The first involves not removing any natural tooth structure and can involve bonding a filling material to existing tooth structure or utilizing certain types of porcelain veneers (veneers can be compared to Lee Press On Nails, but for the teeth). The second option involves minimally removing tooth structure to place veneers and the third option is more aggressive of tooth removal and involves placing porcelain crowns on the teeth. Depending on your needs, any of these above solutions can bring about a nicer smile for you. The most important consideration is ensuring that you knows the risks and benefits of the various dental treatment options and select one with informed consent of the pros and cons.

Thank you for bringing up this very tragic and timely topic. In the wake of this event it is understandable and expected that dog owners be wary of using a dog walking service. I personally have taken this tragedy as an opportunity to raise the bar in the dog walking industry by implementing a technology called “Petcheck Technology” that allows our clients to “watch” us walk their doggy. This state of the art technology provides our clients with real-time certainty. Simple, on the spot mobile scanning confirms your dog walker’s time spent with your pup and GPS maps track your pet’s whereabouts at all times. You’ll never spend one moment wondering about the status of your dog and we don’t charge extra for this service so everyone can afford to have peace of mind while their pup is out with us. “The Woofer Walkers” is the only dog walking service in Canada that uses “Petcheck Technology” but at the very least make sure that you chose a dog walking service that is well established, licensed, bonded and insured and has a long list of client references. Also ensure that the vehicles they use to transport the dogs are equipped with air conditioning and fresh cool water.

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Buying your mortgage life insurance through your bank is not a long term solution and usually only a good idea as a temporary measure. The problem is that the bank is usually the owner, controller, and beneficiary of the policy. Your coverage is limited to the mortgage amount and you will not be presented with other competitive options. If you decide to change lenders in the future, your coverage will not move with you and you may not be able to medically re-qualify for new coverage. Your coverage reduces over time and once your mortgage is paid off you will lose it entirely. Disability and critical illness benefits are limited. Your insurance advice will be limited to what you get in the brochure. A better idea is to give us a call and benefit from professional advice, custom design, and access to 18 different insurance companies.

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There are a number of good options for storing your Will.A safety deposit box at your local bank or credit union is probably the safest place. But be sure to check with them to see what their rules are for accessing your safety deposit box in the event that you die.You can also store your Will in a fireproof box or safe at home, or in some cases, it may be stored in a safe with your Notary Public.You can document the existence of your Will, when it was signed and where it is kept, by filing a Wills Notice with the Division of Vital Statistics of British Columbia, forms available from the Division of Vital Statistics web-site.

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An intermediate shaft bearing (IMS bearing) turns the camshaft as well as the oil pump. The camshaft sprockets are located on opposite sides of the engine which make the IMS key for consistent rotation. If you are driving a water-cooled Porsche Boxster or Carrera it is very important to take in to consideration an IMS solution or retrofit in the near future. If your IMS bearing doesn’t get replaced there is a possibility the bearing could wear down and disintegrate, or the central stud could snap. Unfortunately there is no warning the car will give to indicate the IMS bearing failure. The only way to know is once it is too late. Once it’s too late the IMS bearing will cause the entire engine to blow. This being said, having an IMS solution or retrofit done to your Porsche is a peace of mind and we would recommend you have it done as soon as possible.

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In the case of unhealthy cracked nails not caused by fungal infections, we recommend a combination of a topical nail lacquer called Veralac ® and Phytophanere, an oral multivitamin to strengthen nails. Veralac works by delivering silicon (from horsetail extract) and MSM to the nail to support the development of keratin, the main protein responsible for nail hardness. Phytophanere provides oral omega fatty acids and biotin to help the nail become thicker and stronger in 1-3 months. Talk to our pharmacists at Pharmasave Steveston Village to learn more about nail health!

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This is important to maintain good circulation of the heart muscle and organ. Traditional Chinese Medicine has a variety of herbs and food cures that can assist the breakdown and assimilation by the Stomach and Spleen systems of the foods so that the pure essence of the foods can be separated from the non essentials. Dampness can accumulate when the digestive organs become inefficient from aging, overeating, irregular eating or eating too many concentrated foods such as meats, dairy, eggs and syrups. Treatment involves strengthening of the digestive organs to make digestion more efficient; and to break down and expel the accumulated dampness to keep the blood circulation smooth and strong.

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RIVER ROCK CASINO RESORT OFFERS WORLD-CLASS EXPERIENCES DURING “It’s not just about writing cheques; it’s about building a relationship that makes sense with the right DIAMOND CELEBRATION – By Helen K. Peterson, Contributing writer

s the River Rock Casino Resort celebrates its tenth year with a sparkling Diamond extravaganza from May 30 to June 30, learn more about what makes this Great Canadian Gaming Corporation property best in class, in the final installment of a four-part series publishing Wednesdays throughout June. Giving Back: A Great Canadian Company Serving the community is an action that can be delivered in many ways, big and small. The Province of British Columbia dictates where revenues from gaming must be directed, but that is not where it ends. Gaming companies, like the River Rock Casino Resort, contribute much more in support of the surrounding municipality. Human capital is an important cog in the wheel, and through the energy of the company’s employees, the Casino’s community programming is seeing the fruits of its labour, according to Chuck Keeling. In his role as Vice-President, Stakeholder Relations & Responsible Gaming for Great Canadian Gaming Corporation (the parent company,) Keeling explains the River Rock Casino’s community outreach approach: “We have a 1,300 person ‘army’ in our employ, and a staff action committee that seeks out opportunities

organizations,” he says. “Our staff chose Richmond Family Place as a signature charitable partner because it was a smaller, but much-needed, non-profit that we believe will thrive with our assistance.”

Kim Winchell, Executive Director of Richmond Family Place Society, said on behalf of their board of directors, staff and families how extremely grateful and thrilled they were to be chosen as the River Rock Casino’s signature charitable partner. “The financial and volunteering contributions by the River Rock Casino Resort will allow us to enhance and increase our important early childhood and family support programming,” Winchell said. Keeling lists Richmond Society for Community Living, Volunteer Richmond, the Richmond Centre for Disability, and the Nite of Hope (as its gala host) as some recent beneficiaries of River Rock Casino’s efforts. “We’re also partnered with several ethnic societies, to support Richmond’s multi-cultural population. “Initiatives like charity casino nights help non-profits do fundraising – so we’ll bring the dealers, tables, chips and cards,” says Keeling. “They simply apply for a temporary gaming license. It’s always a fun and engaging way for them to raise money.” As you visit the River Rock Casino Resort throughout June and beyond, know that your gaming activities also help the community at large. As guests “Give a Little Bit,” they help to give back. Roger Hodgson would certainly approve.

WHERE THE MONEY GOES Four ways that revenue generated through gaming in BC is reinvested into local communities: 1. Approximately two-thirds of gross gaming revenue from gaming facilities goes back directly to the provincial government to support programs and services like health care and education. One-third of gaming revenue is retained by service providers such as Great Canadian, to pay for wages, building costs, taxes and other operational services. 2. Gaming revenue generated in BC also supports the Community Gaming Grant Program, which is administered by the provincial government and annually distributes $135 million to over 5,000 nonproﬁt community organizations across the province. 3. Municipalities (like Richmond, BC) that host gaming facilities receive a share (10% of net gaming revenue). Along with major investment in the Richmond Olympic Oval, the City of Richmond has received and invested their share of the gaming proceeds from River Rock Casino into various annual community grants, with $113.6 million since 2004. 4. Through the company’s PROUD program, Great Canadian supports non-proﬁt groups, community associations, and charities. In 2013, Great Canadian supported 411 organizations that contribute to the betterment of their communities by donating money, facilities, volunteers, and company resources to help them reach their goals.

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Roadrunners coach in familiar territory

Gord Frederickson back working behind the bench at Minoru Arenas where he and his family have plenty of memories Mark Booth

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As a head coach again in the B.C. Intermediate A Lacrosse League, Gord Frederickson couldn’t feel more at home than behind the bench of the Richmond Roadrunners at Minoru Arenas. Frederickson left an assistant position in the Western Lacrosse Association just to be back in the building that has been such a big part of his life. His family was front and centre when Canada’s official national summer sport thrived here in the 1970s, highlighted but the dominance of the Junior “A” Roadrunners that won the Minto Cup national championship in 1971. His father, Gord Sr, won three Mann Cup national senior “A” championships and has been inducted into the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame. His brother Gary was a standout player for the old Richmond Junior “A” Outlaws franchise and went on to play in the WLA for the Vancouver Burrards. In total, Gord Jr. has been involved in Canada’s national sport for over 45 years, including a playing career that began in mini-tyke and concluded at the senior “A” level. He played for the Junior Roadrunners and won a Mann Cup as a member of the New West Salmonbellies. “When I played for New West, my mom had a hard time cheering for me because both my dad and brother played (for the arch rival) Burrards,” laughed

Frederickson. “I’m just so happy to be back in Richmond. There’s lots of lacrosse history here and, next to Queen’s Park Arena, this has always been my favourite building.” The Intermediate Roadrunners are coming off a silver medal finish at the 2013 provincials and Frederickson has them contending again. They improved to 8-4 on the campaign with a big 7-6 victory over the Victoria Shamrocks (8-2) on Sunday afternoon at Minoru. The result came on the heels of a heartbreaking 10-9 overtime loss to the league-leading PoCo Saints (12-1) four days year. It also showed how much progress Richmond has made in the past month after being drubbed by the Saints 16-4 back on May 22. The game winner against the Shamrocks came with less than two minutes remaining and the hosts shorthanded. “We had chances to win both games and today we did the little things right,” said Frederickson. “All the kids were on the same page and we worked really hard. I’m really proud of them. “We’ve been trying to concentrate on our execution. All the kids are buying into our program and, with our recent success, you can see they are starting to get it. I think we are going to have a good run.” When Greg Rennie left the Roadrunners at the end of last season to return to coaching at the junior “A” level, team president and general manager Terry Wolfe was able to convince Frederickson to come onboard

Gord Frederickson is back coaching in arena where he spent many years as a player, highlighed by a three-year stint with the Richmond Junior “A” Roadrunners. Photo by Mark Booth after six years as an assistant with WLA teams. It’s been a refreshing change to work with up-andcoming talent again compared to senior ‘A’ where many players are also regulars in the National Lacrosse League. “You’re not teaching NLL guys how to catch a pass,” quipped Frederickson. The Steveston resident is now trying to guide Richmond back

to the provincial championships for the fourth consecutive time. This year’s tournament happens to take place at Minoru over the B.C. Day Weekend, however, the hosts still have to earn a berth in the four-team format. “We have been saying since day one the only reason we are here is to win the gold medal,” added Frederickson. “I think you have

to play lacrosse with that kind of mentality. Terry puts on such a good program here. He runs it more like a junior ‘A’ team than anybody else. I’m so happy he has allowed me to come in coach and I hope he asks me again next year too.” The Roadrunners return to action Wednesday when the Delta Islanders visit Minoru at 8 p.m.

WHEELCHAIR RUGBY

Canada falls to Australia in Canada Cup final at Oval

Despite a packed crowd of supporters in the stands at the Richmond Olympic Oval, Team Canada fell to Australia 62-54 and claimed the silver medal at the 2014 Canada Cup International Wheelchair Rugby Tournament. Though the game remained tied for the first half, the offensive firepower of superstars Ryley Batt and Chris Bond proved too much for the Canadians. In the third quarter, they fell behind by five points. Though Zak Madell (Okotoks, AB) and

David Willsie (Dorchester, ON) were able to stem the tide, the Canadians never made up the ground they needed to mount of a comeback. “We had three solid quarters of wheelchair rugby, but that lapse in the third quarter cost us,” said Head Coach Kevin Orr. “That combination of Ryley Batt and Chris Bond is so deadly that if we want to beat them, we simply can’t afford any mental lapses.” Next up for Team Canada is the 2014 IWRF Wheelchair Rugby World

Championships, which will be held in Odense, Denmark from August 4th to 10th. “The Canada Cup was an excellent learning experience for us and we made some huge strides as a team,” added Orr. “Now, however, we’re focused on our goal of winning gold at the World Championships.” On Friday, Richmond MLA and Minister of State (Seniors) Alice Wong announced $50,000 in funding from the Government of Canada for the Canadian Wheelchair Sports Association. The contribution, provided

through Sport Canada’s Hosting Program, was to support hosting of the 2014 Canada Cup Tournament. “It is always exciting to have top-calibre international sport competitions in Canada, and I am thrilled to see this event taking place at the Richmond Olympic Oval, a legacy facility of the Vancouver 2010 Games. Thank you to all of the athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, and fans who have made this tournament truly memorable,” said Wong.

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Richmond Roadrunners Chandler Bradley looks to make a move on a Victoria opponent during Sunday’s B.C. Intermediate “A” Lacrosse League game at Minoru Arenas. Richmond scored shortlhanded with less than two minutes remaining to pull out a 7-6 victory . The Roadrunners return to action tonight when Delta visits at 8 p.m. Photo by Mark Booth

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National training centre and watch the World Cup final while in Europe. “I’m excited to participate in this great tournament and also see the European youth teams”, said Gaunder. “A trip of a lifetime”, added Dosanjh. “I get to play soccer and make friends, while getting to know another culture”. Excel Soccer was founded in 2001 by Tony Pensato, a former professional soccer player. “Over the years, Excel Soccer has provided opportunities for young Canadian players to travel to the top soccer countries in the world and experience the passion and culture that makes soccer such a great game,” said Pensato. “Playing against international teams and travelling through Italy is something the boys will cherish and talk about for the rest of their lives.”

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You could say Timothy Sayson, a Grade 11 student at Richmond Christian School, is never at a loss for words since the 16-year-old placed well in the recent Speech and Dramatic Arts competition in the Performing Arts BC 2014 Provincial Festival. Sayson took first place in the Intermediate Shakespeare and was runner up in the Intermediate Speech and Dramatic Arts. Presenting Sayson with the 2014 Overall Excellence in Speech trophy is Speech Arts Coordinator of CDMF, Thelka Wright. Photo submitted

Richmond’s Cynthia Law (left), 16, used her leadership and creative thinking skills to raise $13,240 (through the excellent teamwork of newly established Vancouver Legacy Lions Club) for ORBIS Canada’s Plane Pull for Sight at YVR this past Sunday. The Plane Pull for Sight is a fundraising event in support of ORBIS Canada’s sight saving efforts. Photo submitted

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Bramwell Tovey (right), conductor of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, was on hand with up and coming pianist Raymond Zeng, and other rising stars at the Music, the Language of all Cultures concert June 10 at Fraserview Church. Photo submitted

Dog lovers went walkies at Garry Point Park at the end of May to help support guide dog training for those with visual, hearing, medical or physical disabilities. The walk was co-hosted by the Vancouver Marpole-Grandview Lions and the Vancouver Cathay New Century Lions and raised $10,772.70. This year’s walk was dedicated to the memory of Vancouver Marpole-Grandview president, Sherri Dafoe’s mother, Betty Scarr. Dafoe has a hearing ear dog named Leo provided by the Lions Foundation and sponsored by two other local clubs, the Vancouver Shaugnessey and Vancouver Champlain Heights Lions. Photo submitted

Do insects give you the spooks? Well, a display at Aberdeen Centre is likely to drive you ‘buggy’ in a fun and informative way as the Giant Bugs show runs July 1 to Sept. 1 in the mall. The much larger than life exhibit features robotic insects, an educational talk show, and even tasty bug treats for the adventurous to enjoy. Photo submitted EMAIL US YOUR PHOTOS OR TELL US ABOUT YOUR UPCOMING EVENT

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