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Local students and YouTube video raise anti-bullying awareness on Pink Shirt Day

Jet fuel pipeline plan reaches critical stage Open house planned for March 7 in Richmond by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter

Martin van den Hemel photo W.D. Ferris Elementary’s Alice Galperin (clockwise from top left), Ashley Lau, Eva Su, teacher Nicole Widdess, Richard Wang, Jason Zhou and Ryan Lim participated in the anti-bullying Pink Shirt Day on Wednesday.

by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter An anti-bullying project spearheaded by Richmond’s Mette Hamaguchi and four-months in the planning has been an overwhelming success resulting in more than 208,000 views of studentled YouTube ﬂashmob video. “That was really our quest. The goal of staff was to try to send a positive message through social media,” Hamaguchi said Wednesday from David Lloyd George Elementary in Vancouver where she teaches. Wednesday was Pink Shirt Day across Canada. The day was started

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Centre in Vancouver on Jan. 27. The students performed a choreographed ﬂash mob, a seemingly impromptu gathering of people that begins with a few dancing together and slowly builds until hundreds perform a synchronized routine. Thus far, Anti-Bullying Flashmob January 2011 has been viewed more than 208,000 times. (See it at http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=MhYyAa0VnyY). It was choreographed by Jheric Hizon and directed by Anita Perel-Panar from A Star Studio Productions, “We’re completely overwhelmed,” Hamaguchi said.

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by a couple of Nova Scotia high school students, who encouraged their peers to wear pink to school one day after a student was bullied for wearing a pink shirt on the ﬁrst day of school. Richmond students were encouraged to wear pink to school yesterday. Sparked by the tragic rape and susequent bullying of a teenager in Pitt Meadows last year, Hamaguchi was inspired to enlist her students to send a positive message to the community. Hamaguchi said some 300 students from her school and Churchill Secondary, practiced for four months before gathering at lunchtime at Oakridge

A proposal to build a 15-kilometre jet fuel pipeline across Richmond has reached a critical stage. B.C.'s Environmental Assessment Office has formally accepted an application from the Vancouver Airport Fuel Facilities Corporation and could grant the airlines consortium approval it needs within eight months. Proposed is a pipeline connecting the airport with a new fuel receiving facility in the South Arm near Riverport. The Environmental Assessment Office will host an open house on Monday, March 7 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Executive Airport Plaza Hotel, 7311 Westminster Hwy. The office will offer a presentation at 5:15 p.m., followed by a presentation by the proponent. A similar open house was held a year ago during the project's pre-application phase. That drew residents concerned about everything from the environment to their own health. Scott Carswell, one of 300 residents in a condo complex

400 metres from the proposed unloading site, told the Review at the time he had "significant concerns about vapour release" and the potential of spills. "I'm worried that not only will my property value drop because of the industrial activity in the area but that crime will increase as well," he said. Project proponents say the new pipeline is needed to satisfy the airport's increasing thirst for jet fuel—currently supplied by a pipeline that travels from the Chevron refinery in North Burnaby through North Richmond. As many as 25 trucks per day deliver the rest of the fuel to the airport from Washington State. Richmond council has formally rejected the project, and has urged the proponent to consider other options. But council approval isn't required for the project. For those who can't attend the March 7 open house, the Environmental Assessment Office is also accepting written submissions from Feb. 25 to April 11 at eao.gov.bc.ca or by fax at 250-356-6448. Submissions are also being accepted by mail: c/o Jennifer Dessouki, PO Box 9426 Stn. Prov Govt, Victoria BC, V8W 9V1. Copies of the application can be viewed on the website or by visiting the Brighouse branch of the Richmond Public Library.

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Summer of Sails event aimed at locals June 4 to 7 tall ships-like event won’t be marketed outside of Richmond by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Four ships are coming to Steveston.

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to people outside of Richmond, according to organizers at city hall. The unofﬁcial tall ships event will attract four large sailing ships to Garry Point on June 4 to 7, but the event will be promoted to local audiences only. “The intention is to enhance the summer without creating the impact on transportation, infrastructure and ﬁnances a larger festival would incur,” said Sandi Swanigan, manager of major events development, in a report

presented to city council Monday. Public viewing of the vessels, which will dock at four new ﬂoats at Garry Point, is planned for the weekend of June 4 and 5. On Monday, June 6 local school groups will have a chance to visit the vessels before their planned departure the following day. City staff recently travelled to Bellingham, Wash. to organize details for the arrival of four ships—Hawaiian Chieftain, Lady Washington, Zodiac

and Adventuress. Each command an appearance fee of between $10,000 and $19,200. The city is spending $1.49 million on ﬂoats and improvements at Garry Point to accommodate the event and an ofﬁcial American Sail Training Association Tall Ships event in 2014. City council has also authorized spending $500,000 to host Summer of Sails and plan for sailing ship events in future years.

Homeowner ﬁghts back Dozens may have had below-market sales, lawyer says by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter

Martin van den Hemel photo Leo Boucher, 74, is ﬁghting back after he feels he was preyed upon by a realtor now being investigated by the Real Estate Council of B.C. Residents in certain pockets of the city received a ﬂyer in the mail from a man named Sunny, who may have been involved in dozens of similar transactions since December in which homeowners unwittingly got $150,000 below market value for their homes.

Lawyer Wayne Ryan believes dozens of Richmond residents may have lost out much like his 74-year-old client who unwittingly sold his home for more than $150,000 below market value last December. In some cases, Ryan suspects homeowners sold their homes for as much as $250,000 less than they could have fetched if they’d hired a realtor. But the lure of a private sale and savings tens of thousands of dollars in real estate commission proved too much of a temptation for many homeowners to resist. Ryan is eying a class-action lawsuit if the company behind many of the sales doesn’t agree to rip them up. Leo Boucher and dozens of other residents of the Riverdale neighbourhood of West Richmond found a ﬂyer in their mailbox in mid-December penned by a man named Sunny, otherwise known as Ze Yu Wu from New Land Strategies. Wu expressed an interest in purchasing their properties and encouraged registered homeowners to call him. “If you want to sell your house, I would like to give a good offer for compensation. Further more (sic), we can save the agent fees, which will also go to you for compensation,” the letter states. Boucher was curious, and called to ﬁnd out what his 8,000-square-foot property at 4651 Wintergreen Ave. might be worth. Two days later, on Dec. 11, Boucher received a call from Sunny, who in broken English asked if he could come by to discuss a deal. To Boucher’s surprise, Sunny arrived with a realtor, Alban Wang from Amex Sunrich Realty, who carried with him a purchase offer that had essentially been completed, save for the sale price. Ultimately, Boucher, who felt under pressure with the two men sitting across the table from him, agreed to sell his home for $950,000, including the $10,000 earmarked for Wang. “The following day I realized I made a big mistake.” Boucher learned that a nearby inferior property, capable of accommodating a smaller house, sold for $1.02 million earlier in the month.

“My concern is that I’ve been ripped off by somebody coming around and knocking on my door. I want to put a stop to it. I’ll do whatever it takes...” Boucher said. Boucher’s lawyer believes that the realtor involved in the deal didn’t perform his legal duty by disclosing the recent selling prices of comparable homes in the neighbourhood near Boucher’s home. Wayne Ryan is appealing for anybody else who may have fallen victim to contact him at 604271-8078. Boucher admits that he was enticed by the prospect of saving tens of thousands of dollars in commission by signing a deal without having a realtor represent his interests. “He kept repeating that I would save the commission.” Ryan has formally requested that Boucher’s sales agreement be rescinded. If that’s unsuccessful, Ryan said he’ll explore getting a court injunction against Wu, and perhaps even launch a class action lawsuit. “Every realtor owes his client a duty of care,” Ryan said. Richmond’s Jim Davis, who last year inherited a property from his recently deceased mother, also struck a deal with Wu and Wang in December, and is seeking legal advice. After viewing on Tuesday a list of house sales in his neighbourhood at the time he sold his mother’s home, Davis now thinks he was shortchanged. In Davis’ case, Wang acted as the realtor for both Davis and Wu in what’s known as a dual agency agreement, where Wang was legally obligated to act in the best interests of both buyer and seller. Asked for comment, Wang said: “I cannot tell you any more about that,” and then hung up the phone. Davis said he was never shown a list of recent sales in his neighbourhood before selling his mom’s home, a common practice intended to determine market value. Jake Moldowan, president of the Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board, said the board has a code of ethics and rules of professional conduct for its member realtors, and will investigate upon receipt of a complaint. But he said that if a homeowner elects not to hire a realtor, that’s entirely within their rights. “The story here to me is, if you’re the seller, it’s really important that you get the services of a realtor because it’s a valuable service. And that’s why most people do. If somebody wants to save money, they are exposed.”

Deadly New Zealand earthquake a reminder for Richmond residents to get ready by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Tuesday’s deadly earthquake in New Zealand’s second largest city should serve as a reminder that Richmond residents should prepare themselves for the day the Lower Mainland is struck by an overdue powerful temblor. Deborah Procter, manager of emergency programs for the City of Rich-

mond, said the extent of the devastation seen in Christchurch isn’t an indication of what’s to come for the Lower Mainland. Thanks to national building code standards, Canadian buildings are expected to fare better, she said. “What happened in Christchurch isn’t necessarily what will happen in Richmond,” Procter said. Late last month, thousands of people participated in the Great British

Columbia ShakeOut, a province-wide drill intended to let people practise what to do in the event of an earthquake. “I agree ShakeOut was an excellent earthquake drill to teach people to duck under something sturdy, hang on to the table or desk and wait that 60 seconds until the shaking stops,” she said. People are encouraged to designate an out-of-town contact, so that families are able to relay information

about their whereabouts and condition when other means of communication are disrupted by widespread power outages that may be triggered by a quake, she said. Procter spoke of the importance of purchasing earthquake insurance, to help get families back on the road to recovery and rebuilding their lives in the aftermath. Aside from storing accessible supplies of food and water—including

water puriﬁcation tablets that can be used to make water inside a hot water tank potable—families should have a cash reserve ready because electricity and communication are likely to be disrupted, rendering credit cards and debit cards useless. Homeowners should prepare to be without assistance for at least 72 hours following an earthquake, though Procter encourages assembling a week’s worth of supplies.

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Thursday, February 24, 2011

Listen to the sweet sounds of opera at historic Minoru Chapel. Vancouver Opera performs March 2. Community news covering February 24 – March 10, 2011

Minoru Chapel Opera Vancouver Opera You are invited to hear classical opera music performed at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 2 in the intimate and historic Minoru Chapel, 6540 Gilbert Road.

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Regular Council Meeting Monday, February 28, 2011 Council Chambers, City Hall 7:00 p.m. (open meeting) Anderson Room, City Hall 4:00 p.m. (closed meeting)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Committee Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Anderson Room, City Hall 4:00 p.m.

General Purposes Committee

Canada’s second largest opera company, Vancouver Opera, presents a selection of highlights from recent and upcoming productions such as Mozart’s joyful The Marriage of Figaro, Puccini’s tragic love story La Bohème, and Verdi’s sumptuous La Traviata. Admission is $20 for adults and $18 for students/seniors. Doors open at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. Seating is limited. Purchase tickets in advance by calling the registration call centre from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. at 604-276-4300 (press “2” at the prompt). Please quote course #125253 for the 2:30 p.m. concert or #125254 for the 7:30 p.m. concert. Credit card purchases only. Sorry, no refunds.

Monday, March 7, 2011 Anderson Room, City Hall 4:00 p.m.

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Tuesday, March 8, 2011 Anderson Room, City Hall 4:00 p.m.

Kids Only swap meet Saturday, March 12 Items for babies and beyond are available for purchase at the Kids Only swap meet at Cambie Community Centre, 12800 Cambie Road. Come out from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 12 to view all the new and gently used items for sale at affordable prices. Admission is free and money made from the swap meet will go towards Cambie Community Centre programs. Tables are available for sale $20 (plus tax). For more information, call 604-233-8399.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011 3:30 p.m. in Council Chambers Agenda Items: 7491/7531 and 7551 No. 2 Road – DP 10-540948 – Yamamoto Architecture Inc. – To: (1) permit the construction of 14 town houses in two rows with six two-storey duplexes at the rear and eight two and three-storey units in two clusters at the front of the site at 7491, 7531 and 7551 No. 2 Road on a site zoned Medium Density Town houses (RTM3); and (2) vary the provisions of Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500 to: (a) reduce the front yard setback for portions of the second and third floors of the buildings fronting No. 2 Road from 6.0 m to a minimum of 5.6 m; (b) increase the maximum lot coverage for buildings from 40% to 42.2%; (c) reduce the lot area restricted to landscaping live plant material from

C I T Y PAG E 30% to 23.5%; and (d) permit up to 6 tandem parking stalls. 9331, 9351, 9371, 9391, and 9411 Odlin Road – DP 10-551711 – Polygon Mayfair Place Homes Ltd. – To: (1) permit the construction of 358 unit apartment complex with an indoor amenity building over one level of parking at 9331, 9351, 9371, 9391 and 9411 Odlin Road on a site zoned “Low Rise Apartment (ZLR24) Alexandra Neighbourhood (West Cambie)”; and (2) vary the provisions of Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500 to: (a) increase the maximum lot coverage from 45% to 46.4%; and (b) reduce the parkade setback off Odlin Road from 3.8 m to 3.0 m. 12351 No. 2 Road – DP – 08-432193 – Interface Architecture Inc. – To permit the construction of a 44 unit town house development at 12351 No. 2 Road on a site zoned “Town Housing (ZT48) Trites Area (Steveston) and South McLennan (City Centre).” Please call 604-276-4395 for further information.

2011 Lulu Series Art in the City Free guest speaker event You are invited to attend the first event in the 2011 Lulu Series: Art in the City. Listen as Cameron Cartiere, Dean of Graduate Studies at Emily Carr University of Art and Design, navigates a journey through contemporary theories of “place” to address the successes and failures of public art works from around the world. This presentation takes place at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 10 at Richmond City Hall Council Chambers, 6911 No. 3 Road. Prior to arriving in Canada last summer, Dr. Cartiere was the co-founder of the Centre for Media, Culture and Creative Practice at Birkbeck, University of London (www.bbk.ac.uk/creative) and a senior lecturer for the Arts Policy and Management MA program at Birkbeck.

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She is a writer and researcher specializing in public art, urban renewal, sculpture parks, cultural heritage and curatorial practice, and the author of the online resource, The International Directory of Sculpture Parks & Gardens (www.bbk.ac.uk/sculptureparks). This talk will be preceded by a short performance by guitarist Ivan Dimitrov. All Lulu Series events are free. Seating is limited so please RSVP at lulu@richmond.ca. For more information, visit www.richmond.ca/luluseries.

Volunteer opportunity Richmond RCMP Victim Services Unit Are you an individual who is interested in providing crisis support? We welcome you to attend our information session at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 2 at Richmond City Hall Council Chambers, 6911 No. 3 Road. Duties: • Provide emotional support to victims of crime and trauma • Crisis intervention • Client support work Participant requirements: • 19 years or older and a Richmond resident • Must obtain RCMP enhanced security clearance • Must possess valid Class 5 BC drivers license • Canadian citizen or landed immigrant status (three years minimum) • Proficiency in the English language (written and spoken) • Attend training April to June We are also interested in recruiting Chinese or Punjabi speaking volunteers. For further information, please email dgrieve@richmond.ca.

Thursday, February 24, 2011

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Online voting eyed for civic elections City seeks to boost voter turnout after just one in five registered voters cast ballots in 2008 by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Online voting, polling stations in malls and published candidate profiles could boost declining voter turnout in municipal elections, says the city’s chief election officer. David Weber, director of the city clerk’s office, told council Monday that allowing citizens to cast votes online would follow in the footsteps of 33 municipalities in Ontario. “At this point we are in no position to be looking at it for this election, that’s for sure. The legal framework is not in place to allow it at this point,” said Weber.

Ideas to boost voter turnout •Online voting •A vote anywhere/super poll system •Publish candidate profiles on website and in election guide •Advertising and multimedia campaign to boost public awareness •Organize a post-election telephone survey and focus groups to collect data on success of voting strategies

City clerk David Weber.

The next civic election is Nov. 19, 2011. Weber noted a “significant amount of investigation and work” is needed before online voting is considered for the 2014 municipal contest. Just one in five registered voters cast ballots in the last municipal election of 2008. That voter turnout, 22.1 per cent, was the lowest since 1971. Online voting isn’t prescribed in B.C. law, but senior government officials are expressing increasing interest in employing the technology. Elections Canada aims to conduct a byelection by 2013 with online voting as an option. Online voting would give voters another option and wouldn’t replace polling stations, Weber said. “It’s a good option, it does provide very good access for a lot of people, and it probably provides better

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access to those who are away.” Although all councillors agreed Monday to investigate the idea, Coun. Harold Steves said he has concerns political parties could usurp the process by arranging to vote online for those who don’t normally cast ballots. “I know that’s part of the reason the province has hesitated in moving in this direction,” responded Weber. “I think that’s why it does really take a lot of time. You can’t rush to it.” City council also endorsed a raft of other election ideas from Weber, including allowing voters to cast ballots at any polling station through a single electronic voters’ list. That would offer convenience to voters and allow the city to set up “super polls” in busy locations such as shopping malls. It would also add $88,000 to the cost of an election. Also proposed is distributing an election guide to local homes—at a cost of $16,000—and publishing it online. The guide, used by Vancouver in the last election, would offer proﬁles of candidates. “I think it helps (candidates) who may not have the money,” said Coun. Greg Halsey-Brandt, “and it offers other alternatives to people.” Coun. Evelina Halsey-Brandt agreed. “This gives an advantage to those who don’t get the newspaper. I’m quite willing to explore that one, and working toward Internet voting as one more way to vote.” Also proposed is a $25,000 advertising and multimedia campaign to boost public awareness, and organize focus groups and a post-election telephone survey to analyze voting behaviour.

At the February 14, 2011 regular open Council Meeting, Council approved the extension of Richmond Centre for Disability’s due date to repay the City the outstanding amount of the $25,000 Social Financial Hardship Assistance Fund loan. The loan will be extended with three per cent interest compounded monthly, from January 29, 2011 to the earlier of (i) the time at which the outstanding grant amount from the federal government is received, or (ii) six months from the original due date of January 29, 2011. For more information, please contact the Finance Division at 604-276-4217.

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March environmental sustainability workshops Register for free classes These workshops will show you ways to reduce pesticide use and create a more sustainable community. The workshops are part of the City’s Pesticide Risk Reduction Policy and sustainability, waste reduction and water conservation initiatives. The workshop is free, however, registration is required.

Make your step the one that ends multiple sclerosis. Garry Point Park 12011 7th Ave. @ Moncton St. Sunday, May 1, 2011 Check In: 8 am–9:45 am Start: 10 am

There are two ways to register: • Online at www.richmond.ca/register • Through the registration call centre from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. at 604-276-4300 (press “2” at the prompt) If you register but cannot attend, please contact the registration call centre to make your space available for someone else. Pest management for tree fruits Wednesday, March 9 6:00–8:30 p.m. Reg #105851, Free, 16+ years Thompson Community Centre 5151 Granville Avenue

Edible wild (spring) Sunday, March 27 10:00 a.m.–noon Reg #103955, Free, 16+ years Terra Nova Rural park 2631 Westminster Highway

Go green and save your ‘green’ $ Saturday, March 19 10:00 a.m.–noon Reg #104003, Free, 16+ years Richmond City Hall 6911 No. 3 Road

Backyard and worm composting Sunday, March 27 1:00–2:30 p.m. Reg #105801, Free, 16+ years Terra Nova Rural Park 2631 Westminster Highway

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Thursday, February 24, 2011

Book drive aims to spread words

Lansdowne Centre mall. For more info, including times and a map for the collection event, go to www.thebigbookdrive.com.

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Is urban land designation for Garden City lands ‘illegal?’

by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Metro Vancouver’s proposed regional growth strategy could boost the Musqueam’s bid to regain control of the Garden City lands, critics told council Monday. At issue is the strategy’s designation of the 55-hectare parcel as “urban,” despite being locked in the Agricultural Land Reserve.

“It’s like you’re being handed a basket of oranges and being asked to call them apples,” he said. “Right now we have the ﬂexibility to change the designation...and save these lands for the future because we really don’t know what the future will hold.” Metro Vancouver’s board recently endorsed a ﬁnal draft of the strategy and is now giving municipalities 60 days to review the document that will guide development in the region to the year 2040. Coun. Harold Steves, council’s most vocal critic of the urban designation, insisted giving ALR land

“It’s like you’re being handed a basket of oranges and being asked to call them apples.” —Shane McMillan Last year the city paid $59.2 million to the Musqueam Indian Band and the Canada Lands Company, a federal Crown agency, for control of the land. The band has since ﬁled a lawsuit seeking the sale be declared invalid. “We know we have a lawsuit. What will it look like to the presiding judge or arbitrator when they see this?” said local resident Bruno Vernier at a city council meeting Monday. Vernier requested council amend the strategy to designate the land as agriculture. Another resident told council the urban label on the Garden City lands effectively “swindles” the Musqueam. “We bought the land from them to be agriculture,” said Carmela Clare. “If suddenly we’re signing a document that says this is general urban...then we have to give that land back to the Musqueam with an apology.” Also raising concerns Monday is the same designation given to the city’s Terra Nova lands and the Department of National Defence lands east of Garden City. The designations are recommended by city staff, who say city council has already endorsed the strategy twice in previous votes. The fear expressed by speakers Monday is that urban development will extend into farmland unless the land is labelled appropriately by the region. Shane McMillan said the designations don’t make sense.

an urban designation is illegal, noting opinions of Agricultural Land Commission ofﬁcials. The commission’s executive director, Brian Underhill, said in a recent letter to Metro Vancouver that the urban designations “are not consistent” with the Agricultural Land Commission Act and noted a local government “must ensure consistency” with the act. “It clearly says we’re breaking the law if we approve this tonight,” said Steves. “We are clearly in deﬁance of provincial law.” City council unanimously agreed to ask for more information before it puts the strategy to a vote next Monday. “I support the referral because everyone wants more information,” said Steves. “Personally I don’t need more information. Either you obey the law, or you break the law.” Coun. Evelina HalseyBrandt said questions around the land designations have already been asked of staff. “Go ahead and let’s get more answers to the same questions that have already been asked,” she said. “I really want to know how to change these maps before we send it forward.” Halsey-Brandt is one of three current council members on record as supporting a development plan of the lands when it last came up for a public vote in late 2008. At the time, Mayor Malcolm Brodie and Coun. Greg Halsey-Brandt also voted in a failed attempt to renew a development deal with the Musqueam and Canada Lands Company.

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opinion What’s in a name?

he Garden City lands, that 55-hectare patch of grassy land by Richmond’s City Centre, is designated as “urban” according to Metro Vancouver’s proposed regional growth strategy, a document that will guide development in the region to the year 2040. Who cares? Plenty of people turned out before Richmond councillors on Monday to state their fears that urban development will extend into farmland unless the land is labelled appropriately by the region. They want the city to tell Metro Vancouver to designate the land as agricultural. The land used to be owned by the federal government. Despite clumsy attempts to develop parts of it, the land is locked in the Agricultural Land Reserve, a position that has been upheld by the Agricultural Land Commission. Last year the city paid $59.2 million to the Musqueam Indian Band and the Canada Lands Company, a federal Crown agency, for control of the land. There are two problems with designating the Garden City lands as urban. Firstly, the land is designated for agricultural use. It is most valuable as farmland. Urban designations are not consistent with the Agricultural Land Commission Act. The land presents a wonderful opportunity for an urban agricultural project, farm school or working farms. Looking at the sorry state of some of the imported produce that makes its way north these days, we are going to need all the farmland we can have in the future. Secondly, the Musqeam have filed a lawsuit seeking the sale be declared invalid. The Musqueam wanted to co-develop part of the land with Canada Lands Company, but couldn’t because the Agricultural Land Commission ruled there was no compelling reason to remove the parcel as farmland. Wouldn’t calling the land “urban” help further the Musqueam’s case? Richmond council is seeking more information from staff and may make a decision on whether to recommend designating the Garden City lands as urban or agricultural next Monday. It’s time to move on, call a spade a spade and designate the Garden City lands as agricultural.

Gordon Campbell’s uncertain legacy

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ordon Campbell was in a buoyant mood as he left the legislative chamber after his final question period as premier.

“Free at last, free at last,” he said, quoting a traditional song made famous by U.S. civil rights leader Martin Luther King. The shackles of high ofﬁce ofﬁcially remain around his ankles for another week or so, but with a stand-pat budget awaiting the next premier’s priorities, his 27-year career as an elected politician is effectively over. Campbell’s place in B.C.

history is secure on several fronts, including scheduled elections, reduced business and personal tax rates and a more mature relationship with Ottawa. There are at least two important areas where his achievements remain in doubt: aboriginal relations and climate change. In interviews last week, Campbell said his greatest regret was the demise of the Recognition and Reconciliation Act. That law would have recognized a form of aboriginal rights and title across the province, essentially a huge out-of-court settlement for the 90 per cent of B.C. that remains without treaty settlements. It all collapsed pretty quickly, partly because it was seen as a backroom deal that was to be pushed through before the 2009 election. The mining and forest industries were alarmed, the legislation was held back, aboriginal leaders took it to hearings, and chiefs around the province rejected it as a watereddown version of the rights they believed they could win in court. It is remarkable that Campbell went from “professional Indian ﬁghter,” as he was characterized by some after his 2002 referendum on treaty settlements, to the architect of the “New Relationship,” arguably a too-generous bid to untie

There are at least two important areas where his achievements remain in doubt: aboriginal relations and climate change. B.C.’s biggest political knot. The Tsawwassen and MaaNulth treaties are important, but they were hashed out the old-fashioned way, with years and lawyers and consultants and sacks of taxpayers’ money. Two northern B.C. Liberal MLAs voted against them; the split remains. On aboriginal relations, Campbell started deep in his own end and carried the ball at best to midﬁeld. On climate change, one could say he scored at least a ﬁeld goal. When I sat down with him last week, he mentioned a recent conference in California he attended with George Schultz, the economist and business executive who rose to be secretary of state for Ronald Reagan. With plans for a carbon trading system in disarray in the U.S., Campbell said Schultz pointed to B.C.’s revenue neutral carbon tax and said that is exactly what other jurisdictions should be doing to reduce greenhouse gases.

By 2012, the B.C. carbon tax will account for just under seven cents on a litre of gasoline, on top of other fuel taxes B.C. and Ottawa continue to collect. It will set a “carbon price” of $30 a tonne across all fossil fuels. Campbell is convinced the carbon tax will survive, if not grow. He says leadership candidates should look at continuing the increases that are mandated until 2012, and continuing to offset them with personal and business income tax reductions. One leadership candidate is already touting the beneﬁts of the carbon tax, and surprisingly, he’s not a B.C. Liberal. The NDP’s John Horgan now admits he was wrong to oppose the tax, but he wants it extended to the non-fuel emissions of heavy industries. Horgan has also cautiously embraced Campbell’s other main climate effort, run-of-river hydro and wind power, although he wants public ownership through a new BC Hydro division. Campbell’s climate agenda will have to reach beyond today’s mainly symbolic effort and spread to other jurisdictions if it is going to change the course of B.C. history. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for The Richmond Review, Black Press and BCLocalnews. com. He may be reached at tﬂetcher@blackpress.ca.

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letters Restore Richmond Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sloughs, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t develop them Editor: Richmond council is to be congratulated for not endorsing the application by Bastion Development and the Musqueam Indian Band to build a boatyard and marina on the Port Metro Vancouver property on Richmond Island. The development plan is yet another example that would contribute to the devastating incremental losses along the Fraser. With a slough lost here or a marshland lost there to development, it is not surprising that we have reached the shocking loss of more than 80 per cent of our lower Fraser wetland. There is a big opportunity here to make at least the North Arm free from developments and to restore damaged sites to viable habitat. Richmond Island sloughs have been highly contaminated by mills, old chemical plants and uncontrolled dumping. Dredging the site would release toxins into the river as well as transferring the problem to the ocean through dumping of contaminated sediments. Earlier efforts were made to restore the site back to productive fish habitat, but were undermined by developers. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restore this slough to its former productivity. Estuaries offer more than biological productivity. They are important in flood control. Anyone seeing footage of the recent Australian floods near Brisbane would be convinced of the need to restrict development in estuaries. Citizens of Richmond who care about the river should continue to monitor this issue, attend any meetings for public input and let government agencies and developers know of their opposition to this proposed development on Richmond Island. Thanks to The Review for its coverage of the issue. Evelyn Feller Richmond

Who would steal flowers from a roadside memorial? Editor: My mother was hit by a car and killed at No. 2 and Williams roads one year ago, we had a bucket with her picture on it to put flowers in right at the corner. We replaced the bucket with a new picture and added flowers. Three days later we drove by and to my surprise someone had taken all the flowers out of the bucket. I really cannot believe someone would have the nerve to steal the flowers. My dad and I hope they enjoyed the free flowers. If they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t then they could always replace them in the bucket. Lori Tytula Steveston

Former MP once promised the moon Editor: It appears that federal Liberal candidate Joe Peschisolido learned little during his short-lived stint in Ottawa. Clearly he failed to understand that a backbench MP has little sway with the prime minister or most cabinet ministers. Politicians of all stripes at all levels stand on soapboxes and make promisesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;that is a given in the hurly-burly game of politics in Canada; however, from my several years experience in the political system in this country at three levels, I realize that candidates spout rhetoric that follows their particular partyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s line. Those same candidates know full well that not all so-called promises will ever see the light of day due to the lengthy list that is presented each time out. For Peschisolido to now claim that MP Alice Wong failed in her attempt to sway the prime minister about the Garden City lands is a bit much in as much as that same Peschisolido stood front and centre at Stevestonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s July affair a few years back and promised the moon to the meagre audience that took the time to stand in the hot sun and listen as he spouted his rhetoric. Not long after he was elected to the House of Commons based mostly on those promises made, he took off his Reform (Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note: actually Canadian Alliance) mask and revealed himself to be nothing more than a turncoat. He swooned over the siren song of the then Liberal prime minister and became a backbencher in the ChrĂŠtien government. The bloom soon came off the rose as Peschisolido was scorned by his newly-acquired Liberal party association. There was poor Joe, caught like a deer in the twin headlights of Reform for his deceit and Liberals for his crashing their party. Joe soon learned what it was to be shunned by his so-called people. He lost the Liberal nomination. Now, it seems, he is back. Not only back, but back with an accusation that the sitting MP has failed to fulďŹ ll her promise. Well, Joe Peschisolido failed to fulďŹ ll his promises made that July day in Steveston. Bob Orrick Richmond

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the Agricultural Land Commission. It is a tribunal, which is like a court. It would not reward contempt of its authority. In any case, a recent legal opinion to the Garden City Lands Coalition Society explains how the grounds on which Metro justiﬁed the illegal designations are absurd. So we’re facing the prospect of the city giving the impression it’s unjustly enriching itself even though the perpetrators must know that their tactics would not enrich it and that the false impression of the city’s own making might lead to a ruinous payout. Soon—perhaps as soon as Monday—council will vote on approving the Metro bylaw. They can specify ways they want Metro to amend it. Coun. Harold Steves will know what’s best. We need a council majority to support our Metro director who stood up for us in a dark hour. Jim Wright President, Garden City Lands Coalition Society

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MP wants Garden City lands green Editor: Re: “MP has been ineffective on Garden City lands says Joe Peschisolido,” Letters, Feb. 19. Once again, Joe Peschisolido has misled the readers of this newspaper. First of all, I ﬁrmly believe the Garden City lands should remain green. However, this is a complex matter involving multiple parties, including the Musqueam First Nation, City of Richmond, Agricultural Land Commission, federal government and the courts. This ﬁasco could have been avoided back in 2002 had the federal government simply retained the Garden City lands. Instead, they attempted to dispose of the lands which has not only led to great uncertainty over its future usage, but also led to two lawsuits launched by the Musqueam. I think all of us, as Richmond residents, wished that our government representative at that time had taken appropriate action to prevent this expensive and less than ideal outcome. Of course our representative in 2002 was none other than the newly-converted Liberal Joe Peschiosolido. Alice Wong Richmond MP

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Local chef to discuss how Cuba uses urban farming to feed people Local chef Ian Lai will present a slide show on the subject of his recent January farm tour of Cuba at a community potluck on Friday, March 4. Lai will give an insight into the innovative techniques and the interesting community planning developed by the Cubans in the past several decades. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, Cuba was cut off from the rest of the world and was forced to become selfsufﬁcient in food. Urban farming feeds more

than 50 per cent of the population of Havana and Lai will talk about how intensively food is planted. The Richmond Food Security Society is hosting the event in the Red Barn at Terra Nova Rural Park at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, March 4. The community potluck takes place on a monthly basis, on the ﬁrst Friday of each month. Bring your family and your favourite dish to share for a great night of photos and community discussion

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arts & entertainment A repertoire without reﬂectors Ben Sigston blows up cycling career and puts his musical gifts to work by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter

en Sigston occasionally fills in as a spin class instructor— fitting for a former Team Canada cyclist.

He picks his own playlist, but chooses ’80s melodies over his own music. For fans of the Vancouver singer-songwriter, it might be for the best. Sigston’s element is now the stage, where he’ll be on March 5 in Richmond. Years ago Sigston, 27, abandoned his cycling scholarship to Midwestern State University in Texas to take a shot at music back in B.C. Burdened with an intense training schedule, a different culture and a couple of near-death road experiences—one involving road rage and guns—had him racing back to Vancouver. “It was enough of a different lifestyle that it made me rethink what I was trying to do, what I wanted to do, and it made me think that I should pursue something that I really loved.” A gifted musician, Sigston’s local proﬁle has grown since participating in the Peak Performance Project two years in a row, making the top-20 each time. But besides obligatory childhood piano lessons and sneaking into the local Legion to watch his dad jam, Sigston’s musical resume wasn’t long when he made his life change. While in university, a friend bought him a keyboard and he also picked up a guitar. Sigston started playing music and couldn’t help noticing the

Ben Sigston in concert •8 p.m. Saturday, March 5 •Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate •Tickets, $11, at the door (doors open at 7:30 p.m.) or at the Richmond Cultural Centre until 5 p.m. on day of show •A presentation of Cherelle Jardine’s Musical Expressions concert series similarities between athletes and artists. “When I’d be away cycling, I’d always scratch lyrics down, but I couldn’t really play. But I still had all these lyrics.” He put them to good use, making demos that got the attention of some record labels. Talent scouts were excited enough to have him in New York at age 21, and a record deal appeared to be in the works. It never materialized. Instead he landed a development deal with Warner Music at a time of record industry turmoil that forced him to think independently about his music and career. A business model traditionally followed by record labels had blown up, and Sigston, after being released from his development deal, headed back to university. Then along came the Peak Performance Project, which gave him some development cash, a new network of music industry types and valuable airplay on radio stations. “It was really good in terms of paving out an independent way of going about music because there’s not a business model anymore for most people,” he said. “You have

“When I’d be away cycling, I’d always scratch lyrics down, but I couldn’t really play. But I still had all these lyrics.” – Ben Sigston

Musicians in the House This Saturday, Richmond singer-songwriters Rick Parnell and Harriet Frost will bring their talents to music and coffee lovers at Waves Coffee House in Steveston. Both performers have been playing individually at venues across Greater Vancouver. Seeking an opportunity to enjoy each other’s work on the same bill, they found themselves in discussion over lattes at Waves. The solution was obvious! Musicians in the House was hatched, with Saturday as the launch date and a second show on March 12 to feature other professional musical talents. Frost’s set will include songs from her most recent CD Random Days. She will be performing with her longstanding collaborator, multi-instrumentalist Jim Woodyard. Parnell’s set will feature songs from his soon-to-be-released album (working title Imperfect Beauty) as well as tunes from his premiere EP One Eye Open. He will be accompanied by his favourite lead guitarist, his own remarkable, musically-mature son and R.A. McMath Secondary Grade 11 student, Hart Parnell. Musicians in the House debuts at 8 p.m. Saturday at Waves Coffee House (12231 First Ave., Steveston).

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to ﬁgure out how to monetize that, so the Peak Performance Project is really good for that.” Today he’s licensing music to TV and ﬁlm, making sure he gets gigs to get his stuff out there and reaching out to potential fans in the United States. He hopes to complete his second CD later this year. For his Richmond show, Sigston will lead a trio, stripping his music down to an acoustic sound. Sigston describes himself as a “singer-songwriter with just a little bit more instrumentation,”

inﬂuenced by David Gray, Damien Rice and R&B. His lone CD Free Now captures struggles and successes with songs like the radio-played “Cold Killer” and other tracks, some developed spontaneously. “You never know when you’ll get an idea that’s worth following up, so I compile stuff all the time. I notice I’ll have reoccurring melody lines or reoccurring thoughts for a song, and that’s usually what ends up making a song for me— something that sticks in your head for awhile so it percolates.”

The album carries a theme he describes as “the redemptive quality of love,” which his infant son has given new meaning to. “It’s just a delight,” Sigston says of eight-month-old Charlie. “It’s really touched me in a different way than I had expected. Happiness is the big thing. You just have this little smiling person looking at you all the time—it’s hard not to smile.” Has Charlie impacted his music? Sigston laughs. “I guess so. I haven’t written as many songs now.”

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The 13th Pacific Piano Competition runs this week at Gateway Theatre. Nearly 40 competitors, ages 17 to 28, will compete for bragging rights and a $5,000 cash prize. Local competitors will test their mettle against talent from Beijing, Moscow, Japan, Toronto, New York, Dallas and Pittsburgh. Auditions continue today from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The semifinal round starts at 7 p.m. tomorrow, with the finals beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday. Pianists are competing for prize of $5,000 in front of judges Alvin Chow, Robin McCabe and Janet ScottHoyt. Tickets, $5 to $15, are available at gatewaytheatre. com or by calling 604-270-1812. The 13th edition of the international contest for pianists is returning after a three-year absence.

The Community Arts Council of Richmond hosts the annual Richmond Student Art Exhibition beginning this Saturday at the Artisans’ Galleria. This exhibition was open to all Richmond high school students and more than 40 new works of arts created by these emerging young artists are expected to be on display. This exhibition provides the opportunity for emerging youth artists to show their work in a gallery setting and gain exposure. This event is being held in conjunction with Richmond’s Winter Festival of the Arts. The opening reception is Saturday night from 7 to 9 p.m. The exhibition runs to March 13 at the gallery in Garden City Shopping Centre (150-8040 Garden City Rd.). For more info, see www.richmondartscouncil.org.

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Shirley MacLaine is appearing at River Rock on April 2 Actor and author Shirley MacLaine will be appearing at River Rock Show Theatre on Saturday, April 2. The star of The Trouble With Harry,

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Chamber readies for annual 911 Awards n Wednesday April 27, the Richmond Chamber of Commerce and the City of Richmond present the 9th Annual 911 Awards Dinner & Ceremony to honour the nominees from the RCMP, Fire Rescue, Coast Guard, Ambulance and Community Safety Sectors. The 911 Awards was established in 2003 by the Richmond Chamber of Commerce to honour all members of the Emergency Services in Richmond including the RCMP, Fire Rescue, Canadian Coast Guard, British Columbia Ambulance Service, Community Safety Sector and members of the general public. It was an honour and privilege for the Richmond Chamber of Commerce and City of Richmond to have The Hon. Iona Campagnolo, Lt. Governor of British Columbia in 2003 to give the keynote address that evening. This year we are pleased to have Guest MC, Jack McGee, President and CEO of the Justice Institute of British Columbia.

Nominees will be honored in the following 10 categories:

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• Police Team, Officer or Auxiliary Member of the Year - nominated by the Community and/or all sectors of their service. • Fire Rescue Crew or Firefighter of the Year - nominated by the Community and/or all sectors of their service. • Coast Guard Crew, Member or Auxiliary of the Year – nominated by the Community and/or all sectors of their service. • Ambulance Crew or Ambulance

Paramedic of the year nominated by the Community and/ or all sectors of their service. • Community Safety – Business Initiative Award – nominations from all divisions. • Community Safety - Business Partner Award - nominations from all divisions. Career Achievement Awards Nominated from all divisions RCMP Career Achievement Fire-Rescue Career Achievement Coast Guard Career Achievement

Join us for a great “Members Only” Networking experiece with our hosts at The Westin Wall Centre Vancouver Airport, 3099 Corvette Way. 5 - 6:45 pm

Ambulance Paramedic Career Achievement The 911 Awards will be held on April 27 at the River Rock Theatre, 8811 River Road. A no host reception to be held at 5:30 pm followed by the dinner and awards ceremony beginning at 6:45 pm. Tickets are $105 + HST. For more information, please contact Carol Young at 604-278-2822 or email caroly@richmondchamber.ca. To reserve tickets please contact the Chamber office at (604) 278-2822 or visit our website at www.richmondchamber.ca.

TUESDAY, APRIL 12 Small Business Strategies for doing business in the USA Limited Seats available. Richmond Chamber of Commerce Board Room. Registration 8:15 am & Seminar 8:30 am - Noon Tickets—Members: $35.00+HST

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27 9th Annual 911 Awards Celebrating our Everyday Heros! This one of a kind event in all of Canada will be held at the River Rock Theatre, 8811 River Road. Details TBA.

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Low’s ﬁve points lift Sockeyes into series lead by Don Fennell Sports Editor There’s a lot to like about Brayden Low’s game. He’s the consumate team player, excels at faceoffs, and contributes to the offence.

Don Fennell photo With a 65-35 win over Vancouver Tech Tuesday, StevestonLondon Sharks have advanced in the Lower Mainland AAA high school senior girls’ playdowns. They’ll play Point Grey at 3 p.m. today at Argyle Secondary. The McMath Wildcats’ season ended Tuesday with a 71-45 loss to Burnaby South.

He’s also the kind of player who is at his best when it matters most. With his team down 3-0 midway through the ﬁrst period to the North Delta Devils in the opening game of their Paciﬁc International Junior

Hockey League best-of-seven ﬁrst-round playoff series Monday, Low took it upon himself to lift the Sockeyes back into the game. When he was ﬁnished, he had two goals and three assists and the Sockeyes had an 8-4 vic-

tory. Low’s ﬁrst goal, from Jessie Siemens and Turner Popoff, got the Sockeyes on the board at 15:51 of the ﬁrst period. His teammates responded with three more goals in the next four min-

Don Fennell photo Armed with national team experience, Alberta’s Simon Breau (right) took on another highly-ranked ﬁghter at the Steveston Judo Club’s annual international competition Saturday.

Growing hockey in China Richmond coaches introduce skills-based development program by Don Fennell Sports Editor

Atoms all advance to Final Four All three of Richmond minor hockey’s Atom Division teams have advanced to the final four Pacific Coast league playoffs in their respective tiers. The games will be played from Feb. 26 to March 18. Each team plays each other twice in the double round-robin tournament, with the winner qualifying for the provincials. Richmond’s Tier 1 team, coached by Al Wozney, will host games against Burnaby Winter Club A1 at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Richmond Ice Centre’s Coliseum. The Atom A2 team, coached by Larry Hurst, will be playing their final four tournament at Burnaby’s Copeland Arena, while the Atom A3 team (playing in Tier 4 and coached by Michael Fillo) will be playing at the Burnaby Winter Club. Richmond’s Midget A1 team, coached by Norm MacAulay, will play in the Tier 1 final four tournament in Surrey from March 4 to 8.

utes to take a lead they’d never relinguish. Richmond added two more goals in each of the second and third periods. Games 2 and 3 are tonight (Thursday) and Friday at Minoru Arenas at 7:30 p.m.

Al Wozney never tires of trying to grow the game of hockey. Even when the obstacles can be daunting. His latest efforts have taken him to China, where the Richmond coach is overseeing the introduction of a skills-based development program to help improve the quality of players and coaching in a country where the game is still in its infancy. “The young players in China are so enthusiastic about learning from our Canadian coaches,” said Wozney, who just wrapped up a second skills camp in Beijing. “And many have expressed interest in coming here for short duration camps, as well as attending the new hockey academy (at R.C. Palmer Secondary). It is wonderful to see Canada’s game helping to build and foster international relationships.” Wozney is no stranger to new ventures. In 2008 he and his wife conceived the idea of a community-based nonproﬁt spring hockey program, which became the Steveston Hockey Club. Its mandate is to assist in the skill development of Richmond minor hockey players. Two other respected hockey coaches, Tony Wong and Glenn Wheeler,

Players gather outside the famed Bird’s Nest in Beijing.

were quick to jump aboard to assist with the Steveston Hockey Club. This was also the case with the program in China. “One of our hockey parents and friends had a connection in Beijing with the founding father and former coach of national figure skating champion Kevin Fan,” said Wozney. “John Zhang was instrumental in developing the contact with Fan, who owned the Century Star Skating Club in Beijing. He was very interested in further developing a hockey program that would complement his already nationally-recognized ﬁgure skating program.” The business venture between B.C.based Paciﬁc Stars Hockey Academy (headed by Zhang and local business-

woman Jasmine Cheung) and Century Star Skating Club is looked on favourably by the Chinese minister of sport responsible for hockey development, said Wozney. Cheung also assisted in the language and administrative aspects of the recent trip. With China heavily inﬂuenced by the Russian Hockey Federation, Wozney said the sales pitch centred on the fact Canada won gold, he said. “We had to show our skills, so in July 2010 ﬁve of us travelled to China to put on a number of demonstrations and negotiate a contract that would allow us to be the exclusive training partner (with Fan),” he said. “Although most of us felt out of the loop in the Chinese marketplace due to the language issues, when

we stepped on the ice we were like heroes and language stopped being an issue. The parents, local coaches and players held on every translated word we spoke. It was magic.” Both Wozney and Wheeler said because of their early introduction to figure skating, the level of hockey among five to eight-year-olds in China is similar to here. But Wozney added that because coaching is sporadic, the level of competition drops substantially as the kids get older. “Since last summer, however, we have already seen improvement in coaching methods and the skill level of the kids,” he said. Wozney said it is difficult to gauge how long it will take for China to make significant strides on the international hockey stage. But one indicator of progress is the increase in youth registration and the number of kids able to play a a high level in North America—for example at the university level. Wozney is excited about a third camp in China this July. One of the goals is to hold a coaches symposium and training program. Plans are also afoot to take a local team of 10- and 11-year-old players from Richmond to compete against clubs from Beijing, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Russia in an international tournament.

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sports Richmond Special Olympians win hockey championship Before the Richmond teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ nal game in the 2011 Special Olympics BC Floor Hockey Championships Saturday, Nick Johnston had a feeling his team might be winning a medal in their Giants division. But he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care what colour. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just want a Special Olympics medal I can call my own,

something I helped earn,â&#x20AC;? he said. Richmond went on to win their ďŹ nal game against Kamloops. Richmond goalie Vincent Li had a great time watching the championships as well as playing. He was impressed by the skill level of all the teams.

Richmond won the Special Olympics BC Floor Hockey title Saturday.

Community Worship

UNITED STEVESTON UNITED CHURCH 3720 Broadway Street (at 2nd Ave.) Rev. Rick Taylor

Please join us at 10am Sunday, February 27 for Worship Service and Sunday School 604-277-0508 â&#x20AC;˘ www.stevestonunitedchurch.ca A caring and friendly village church

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

BAPTIST

St. Alban

Broadmoor Baptist Church

an Anglican parish in the heart of Richmond Services at 8:30 and 10:00 am Sunday School 10:00 am The Reverend Margaret Cornish 7260 St. Albans Road, Richmond 604-278-2770 â&#x20AC;˘ www.stalbansrichmond.org

A safe place to connect with God and fellow travellers on your spiritual journey 8140 Saunders Road, Richmond, BC 604-277-8012 www.bbchurch.ca

Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Sonshine Adventures for Kids Interim Pastor - Rev. Bob Bahr

ST. EDWARDS ANGLICAN SOUTH ARM UNITED CHURCH 11051 No. 3 Road, Richmond 604-277-4020 sauc@telus.net www.southarmunitedchurch.ca Minister of the Congregation - Rev. Dr. Gary Gaudin Children & Youth Ministry - Rev. Tracy Fairfield Music Ministry - Ron Stevenson Worship Service & Church School - 10:00 am ALL ARE WELCOME!

10111 Bird Road, Richmond V6X 1N4 Phone/Fax: 273-1335 Priest-in-charge: Rev. Gord Dominey

Sunday Service: 8:30 &10:30 am Sunday School

Bible Baptist Church Meeting in the Historic Pioneer Chapel No. 3 Road and Steveston Highway 11:00 am Sunday Call (604) 644-5073 for information

St. Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s - Steveston Anglican Church 4071 Francis Road, Richmond, BC

The Rev. Brian Vickers, Rector â&#x20AC;˘ 604-277-9626

BRIGHOUSE UNITED CHURCH an evangelical congregation

8151 Bennett Road, Richmond, 604-278-7188 www.brighouseunitedchurch.org

Sunday, February 27, 2011 10:00 am Worship Happy New Year!

Richmond United Church

8711 Cambie Rd. (near Garden City Rd.) 604-278-5622 Minister: Rev. Neill McRae

Come for 10am Sunday Worship and Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunday School and after-service coffee and fellowship. Founded 1888. Richmondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oldest Church

GILMORE PARK UNITED CHURCH

8060 No. 1 Road (corner of No. 1 & Blundell) 604.277.5377 www.gilmoreparkunited.org Rev. Scott Swanson & Rev. Jennifer Goddard-Sheppard

Worship Service and Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Program Sundays 10:30 am Everyone is welcome!

Sunday 8:30 a.m. - Contemplative Eucharist 10:00 a.m. Family Eucharist with Church School Sanctuary open for quiet prayer 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. weekdays â&#x20AC;˘ www.stannessteveston.ca

Visit our website at www.richmondbiblebaptist.com

Richmond Baptist Church

FILIPINO CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Love Godâ&#x20AC;ŚLove People

CHRIST-CENTERED CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Filipino Congregation) COME AND JOIN US IN OUR CELEBRATION OF REDEMPTION! Worship Service 12:20 p.m. Sunday School 2:00 p.m. 8151 Bennett Road, Richmond tel: 604-271-6491

PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLIES OF CANADA RICHMOND PENTECOSTAL CHURCH RPC - A Place To Belong

9300 Westminster Hwy., Phone 604-278-3191 â&#x20AC;˘ www.rpchurch.com

MORNING SERVICES â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 9:00 am & 11:00 am Dr. C.A. Coats â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Lead Pastor Alpha 6:00 pm Pastor Steven Moore â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Senior Associate Pastor ELEVATE (High School/College) 6:00 pm Pastor Joseph Dutko â&#x20AC;&#x201D; New Generation Pastor ~ This Week at RPC ~ Wednesday 10:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Seniors Games & Fellowship 7:00 pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Family Connections

6640 Blundell Road, Richmond BC â&#x20AC;˘ 604-277-1939 ofďŹ ce@richmondbaptist.com www.richmondbaptist.com

Come home to RBC. There are no perfect people here. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re all in the process, by the grace of God, of becoming all we can be. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d love to have you walk with us on our journey towards the heart of God.

Teaching Series: MAKING REAL WHAT WE ALREADY KNOW A JOURNEY THROUGH PHILIPPIANS Worship Service: 10:30am Relevant, biblical preaching that touches the heart. Uplifting worship. Promise land: 10:30am Come and enjoy our childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program for children ages 4-12 Youth, Young Adults, Adult Growth Groups, Ignite & Sparks Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club meeting throughout the week at various times and locations. Call the church ofďŹ ce for information about these and any of our other programs.

EVANGELICAL

CHRISTIAN REFORMED

ADVENTIST Richmond Seventh-Day ADVENTIST Church Worship Location and Time: Sat. 9:15 a.m. 8711 Cambie Road, Richmond www.richmondsda.org 778-230-9714

REFORMED CHURCH (RCA) Fujian Evangelical Church

Immanuel Christian Reformed Church

FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH OF CANADA www.rcfonline.com phone: 604-270-6594 6611 No. 4 Rd., Richmond 10:30 am Friendly, family fellowship. Pastor Inpam Moses

Sermon series â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Rise & Buildâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

welcomes you to Sunday Worship Services

Sunday service 11.30am-12.30pm â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ 7600 No. 4 Road. Inquiries Rev. David Cheung 604-276-8250 immanuelcrc@hotmail.com

English Services: 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Mandarin Service: 9:00 a.m. Minnanese Service: 10:30 a.m.

12200 Blundell Road, Richmond, B.C., V6W 1B3 Phone 604-273-2757 â&#x20AC;˘ www.fujianevangelical.org

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TSUYU YASUI On February 19, 2011, Tsuyu Yasui passed away at the age of 101 years. She was predeceased by her husband, 2 daughters and a grandson. She is survived by 3 sons, 1 daughter, and many grand-, greatgrand-, and great-greatgrandchildren. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, working on jigsaw puzzles, watching Japanese TV and working in her flower and vegetable gardens. The family would like to thank her friends and neighbours for all their help, care and kindness over the many years. Also, thanks to all the Homecare nurses and the health care practitioners of 3 South at RH. Special thanks to Dr. Yuan and Dr. Frimer for their great care. According to her wishes, a private service will be held for the family this weekend. Koden and flowers are gratefully declined.

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ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL Trainees Needed now! Large & Small Firms Seeking Certified A&P Staff Now. No Experience? Need Training? Career Training & Job Placement Available. 1-888-424-9417 FISH PLANT WORKERS needed for Grand Hale Marine Products, Richmond BC. On the job training Duties: cut clean, trim and process fish products. Full time @$13/hr+ Vacation, medicals. Send resume to 11551,Twigg Place, Richmond BC V6V2Y2. Fax 604-325-9310 email; grandhalejob@yahoo.ca. NO PERSONAL VISITS OR CALLS PLEASE. FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944 FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR req’d full-time. Must have 1-2 years exp in food service. Apply in person with resume 8am-noon at Dairy Queen, Unit #100 - 3900 Steveston Hwy, Richmond. HEAVY DUTY Mechanics required for busy Coastal logging company on Northern Vancouver Island. Must have extensive mechanical experience, certification an asset. Above industry average (wages), plus excellent benefit program. Fax or email resume to: 250-956-4888 or office@lemare.ca. MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees Needed! Hospitals & Dr’s Need Medical Office & Medical Admin staff! No Experience? Need Training? Local Career Training & Job Placement also Available! 1-888-778-0459

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PROGRESSIVE Tree Company requires certified BC Utility Arborists, 1st or 2nd year apprentice BC Utility Arborists. Generous wage and benefit package. Must have a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license. Send resume, in confidence to fax 250-762-3667 Attn: Larry. Star Fleet Trucking HIRING! DRIVERS, FARMERS, RANCHERS & RETIREES needed with 3/4 Ton or 1-Ton pickup trucks to deliver new travel trailers & fifth wheels from US manufacturers to dealers throughout Canada. Free IRP plate for your truck and low insurance rates! Pref. commercial Lic. or 3 yrs towing exp. Top Pay! Call Craig 1-877-8904523 www.starfleettrucking.com

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142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS Jarvis Engineering is a dynamic, reputable consulting electrical engineering firm needing your bookkeeping experience to contribute to the strategic development and growth of our organization. For details visit careers at: www.jarviseng.com

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR We are looking for a full time office administrator, who has good knowledge of MS Office and Quick Books. Must be fluent in English and Punjabi. Please fax resume to: 604-272-0287

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

M.O.A. Exp’d. Req’d for P/T work in general practioners “group” office. Approx. 20/hrs week. Please send resumes by fax: 604-278-8826 or email: buswelloffice@telus.net

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR, 1-2 years experience. $16/hr. 40hrs/week. Apply in person, Dairy Queen, #120, 3671 Westminster Hwy.

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14301122

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14301274

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14600672

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11000 Blk of Williams Rd

14600621

Seacliff Rd, Seahaven Dr, Pl, Seamount Rd

14401661

Aintree cres, Pl, Aragon Rd

14304053

Rekis Ave, Gate, Romaniuk Dr, Pl

14301142 Hollycroft Dr, Gate,Hollyﬁeld Ave, Hollywell Dr, Hollywood Dr 141 14401660

Ainsworth Cres, Moddocks Rd

14304043 9000Blk Gilbert,Magnolia Dr,Maple Pl,Rd,Martyniuk Gate,Pl 145 14302323

Cantley Rd, Colville Rd

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15102996 River Dr, Shell Rd 54 15101180 8000 Blk Leslie Rd 44 14702350 Anderson Rd, Eckersly Rd, Park Pl, Rd, 30 15101182 Northey Rd, Odlin Cres, Pl, Sorensen Cres 46 15101184 Leslie Rd, Odlin Cres 9 15101021 Cambie Rd, Patterson Rd, Sexsmith Rd 65 15101024 9000blk Cambie, 4000-4600 Garden City, 8700blk Odlin 56 15102032 Fisher Crt, Dr, 4000 Blk No.4 Rd 95 15101026 Patterson Rd, Tuttle Ave 35 15101030 Beckwith Rd, Charles St, Douglas St, Sexsmith Rd, Smith St 47 15102648 Carncross Ave, Jack Bell Dr, Wyne Cres, 190 15102649 Jack Bell Dr 36

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14304040

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Call JR 604-247-3712

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ACR Group, Western Canada’s leader in Rubber and Urethane manufacturing is looking for an outside sales professional for the BC area. The ideal candidate will be familiar with Rubber and Urethane Products for a mining, wood processing and other heavy industries. Extensive travel is required. Good computer skills are essential.

Competitive compensation & beneﬁt package offered. Fax resume: 604.274.1013 email:twebb@acrgroup-ca.com

Securiguard Services Ltd is Now Hiring – F/T Security@YVR RAIC, clean Drivers Abstract, and excellent communications skills are required. Weekend and Evening shifts available.

Send resume to recruityvr@securiguard.com

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CCI Coast has an immediate opening for a Certified MILLWRIGHT for our concrete products manufacturing facility in Richmond BC. JOB DETAILS: D read diagrams and schematics. D fit bearings, align gears and shafts, attach motors, connect couplings. D align/test equipment and make any necessary adjustments D service and repair hydraulic, pneumatic and programmable logic controls D 3-5 years of experience. D Must have Red Seal D the ability to work at heights and to lift up to 25 kilograms D Ability to work shift work. Please submit your resume, stating your qualifications to: scott.tennant@expocrete.com fax: 604-270-1201. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

JOURNEYMAN MECHANICS Amix Salvage, We are well established company with multiple locations in BC an AB and a history of 40 yrs in business. Seeking HD and CT Mechanics for our Chilliwack and Surrey shops. Our progressive co. offers a great extended medical and dental pkg and all necessary safety gear to ensure employee safety. Apply online: www.amix.ca or email to: jobs@amix.ca LMS REINFORCING Steel Group hiring INFRASTRUCTURE REBAR PLACERS for Projects across Western Canada. Experience preferred, not mandatory. Long term full-time employment, Competitive Wage & Benefits. Please fill out an on line application at: www.lmsgroup.ca

PERSONAL SERVICES

or email us at circulation@richmondreview.com

Route

SALES

173E

HEALTH PRODUCTS

ATTENTION DIABETICS with Medicare. Get a FREE Talking Meter and diabetic supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, this meter eliminates painful finger pricking! Call 888449-1321

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161. NEED A LOAN - BAD CREDIT? Has your credit prevented you from getting a loan? Buying a home or having your own business? We can help you get up to 1 million business or mortgage loan and up to 200K personal loan with interest rates starting at 2.9% APR. Bad credit ok. Apply now at: www.ontariolend.com or call 1-877-500-4030

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 300

FULL LANDSCAPING & YARD WORK ❖Rock Walls❖Paving Stones ❖Driveways❖Asphalt❖Pavers ❖Concrete❖Fencing❖Stairs ❖New Lawns❖Ponds ❖Drain Tiles❖

★ Reasonable rates ★

Call 604-716-8528 317

MISC SERVICES

GET RESULTS! Post a classified in a few easy clicks. Choose your province or all across Canada. Best value. Pay a fraction of the cost compared to booking individual areas. www.communityclassifieds.ca or 1-866-669-9222.

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MOVING & STORAGE

************ ABE MOVING *********** *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

NEED CASH TODAY? ✓ Do you Own a Car? ✓ Borrow up to $20000.00 ✓ No Credit Checks! ✓ Cash same day, local ofﬁce www.REALCARCASH.com

LANDSCAPING

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Insured ~ Licenced ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-777-5046

604-537-4140

Own A Home? Need Money?

SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

Get Mortgage Money TODAY! quick, easy, confidential no credit or income required low payments, lots of money

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Call 604-328-6409 Origin Home Financial Partners Matt Sadler - www.mattsadler.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 236

CLEANING SERVICES

FOR ALL YOUR housekeeping & cleaning. Prompt & reliable service for your house or office. Hardworking & honest, Patty 604-725-5691

242

CONCRETE & PLACING

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 7yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

INT/EXT Painting. Papering & pressure wash. Reasonable 30yrs exp Refs, free est. Keith 604-777-1223

MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510 PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 32 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

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ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.

338 257

DRYWALL

TEXTURE, DRYWALL, PAINTING, CARPENTRY. Over 10 years exp. WCB and liability insurance. For best prices in town call 604-7839623.

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PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

1ST CALL Plumbing, heating, gas, licensed, insured, bonded. Local, Prompt and Prof. 604-868-7062

ELECTRICAL

#1167 LIC’D, BONDED. BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774 PRICE ELECTRIC (#102909) renos, troubleshooting, panel changes, small jobs, bonded. Free Estimates plus great rates! Call NATHAN 604-518-9625 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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PAVING/SEAL COATING

GARDENING

MIN. EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM Reasonable Rates 604-270-6338

PRECISION 1 Plumbing & Heating. Lic. & Ins. h/w tanks, service, renos. No hst. Rick 604-809-6822

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS #1 Rooﬁng Company in BC

All types of Rooﬁng Over 35 Years in Business Call now & we pay 1/2 the HST

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EDUCATION/TUTORING

AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 FREE Consultation Government Approved, BBB Member

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HIGH CALIBER CONSTRUCTION Repair, Replace, Remodel... CUSTOM HOMES • Basement, Kitchen & Bath Remodels • Room Additions • Drywall • Paint • Texture • Finishing • Floors & More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

COMPLETE HOME RENOVATIONS Interior / Exterior repairs, kitchens, bathrooms, suites upgraded. Carpentry, plumbing, electrical & tiling.

All work guaranteed!

604-209-8265 NEED HELP tweaking your home? Call us. We’ll show you what we do best: Walls. Tiles. Floors. Kitchens. Bathrooms. Closets. freshcoatapaint.ca 778-881-3866 NEW & REPAIR. Bath & KItch, flrs, tiles, moulding, dry-wall, painting, plumbing, wiring. Job guaranteed. WCB ins. Patrick 778-863-7100. RETIRED CONTRACTOR small job specialist, all repairs. Great rates. Call Dan 604-761-9717

604-588-0833 SALES@PATTARGROUP.COM

WWW.PATTARGROUP.COM

HANS ROOFING Ltd. SPECIALIZING IN NEW & RE-ROOFING Skylight Repairs, Free Estimates WCB Covered, 10 Years Exp. Guaranteed work.

Call: 778-862-0523

JASON’S ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. (604)961-7505, 278-0375

J.J. ROOFING $ BEST PRICE $

D New Roofs / Re-Roofs D Repair Specialist D Free Estimates D Ref’s ~ WCB Insured

Jas @ 604-726-6345

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HOME SERVICE GUIDE 24/7 HEATING & PLUMBING • Water Heaters • Hot Water Tanks • Plumbing, Drainage, Gas Plumbing • Fireplaces & Conversion to Gas • Furnace, Boiler Repairs & Installation

CONCRETE SERVICE

• Fertilization (packages available) • Hedge trimming & Pruning • Yard clean-up • Pressure washing • Gutters

Free estimate and free design.

Fully insured. Free Estimates.

Free estimates (fully insured)

BILL GILLESPIE 604-272-2809 or cell: 604-841-2479

M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS

SSL ENTERPRISES INC

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EARTH FRIENDLY RECYCLE-IT!

604.587.5865 www.recycle-it-now.com #1 AAA Rubbish Removal 21 Years Serving Rmd. Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service FREE ESTIMATES Joe 604-250-5481

PETS

Haul Anything... But Dead Bodies!!

220.JUNK(5865)

604.

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TREE SERVICES

Get your trees or tree removal done NOW while they’re dormant

✓ Tree & Stump Removal ✓ Certiﬁed Arborists ✓ 20 yrs exp. 60’ bucket truck ✓ Crown reduction ✓ Spiral pruning ✓ Fully insured. Best Rates

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778 Info: www.treeworksonline.ca

10% OFF from now to Feb 1 with this AD

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PETS

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REVIEW

CHINESE SHAR PEI pups. House raised. Well socialized. Vet chek’d., shots. Av. now 604814-0038. sonjasdogs@yahoo.ca GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies registered, quality German & Czech bloodlines. Guar. 604-856-8161 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. 1 male & 2 female. $800. 1st shots & dewormed. Call 778-863-6332. Golden Retriever puppies born Nov. 23, third generation of healthy puppies, home raised in a canine 4H obedience family & well played with, ready to go, c/w first shots & deworming, $650. Mission 604820-4827. LAB, PUPS pure bred, no papers. Family raised, vet chk, dewormed. Ready to go $350 (604)793-3307 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

PET WEEK OF THE

“KATARINA” NEEDS A GOOD HOME WITH YOU!

“Katarina”, ID #203074, DSH, SF

Katarina is quite the sweetheart, she is more inclined to sit back & let you pet than she is to be running around. She enjoys being groomed, loves getting attention, but ﬁnds being picked up a little scary! She likes to play with toys, sniff the other cats in her communal, & might enjoy having another laid back friend to spend her life with. Katarina is about 4 years old & has many great years ahead of her, so if you’re ready to enjoy a beautiful, mellow lady then please come visit her today!

TO ADOPT CALL 604-277-3100

SPCA Thriftmart 5400 MINORU BLVD • 604-276-2477

604-833-2103

604-247-3729 email: adcontrol@richmondreview.com PETS

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5431 NO NO. O 3R RD RD. D 604 604-276-2254 276 22 27 2254

PROUD TO SUPPORT THE LOCAL SPCA

•Backﬁlling/trenching •Ashphalt/concrete removal •Drainage •Retaining walls •Install concrete driveways/sidewalks

Call Rick

PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 530

FARM EQUIPMENT

WANTED: used potato/carrot washer for market garden. Smaller model. 250-395-4042

545

FUEL

BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095

551

GARAGE SALES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

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NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND pups. Reg’d., micro chipped, 1st shots. Ready mid March. 604-823-2259 mitzvig@hotmail.com PB Blue Nose Pitbulls, Razor’s Edge bloodlines, Seal blue coats with blue eyes, 1st shots & dewormed. $900 Call 778-877-5210 YELLOW LAB pups. 8 weeks old, ready to go. Vet checked, 1st. shots. Parents on site. $500. 604-852-6176 Abbts

Appliances & furniture, many items, too numerous to list.

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MEDICAL SUPPLIES

A Safe, Proven “Restless Leg Syndrome” and “Leg Cramps” Cure That Always Gives You Instant Relief. www.allcalm.com 1-800-7658660. CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-981-6591. DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available. Call Phone Factory Today! 1-877-3362274. www.phonefactory.ca

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MISC. FOR SALE

100% Guaranteed Omaha Steaks SAVE 64% on the Family Value Collection. NOW ONLY $49.99 Plus 3 FREE GIFTS & right-to-the-door delivery in a reusable cooler, ORDER Today. 1-888-702-4489 mention code 45069SVD or www.OmahaSteaks.com/family23 CAN’T Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5991. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com

SOUND/DVD/TV

A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1866-884-7464.

REAL ESTATE

ESTATE SALE Sat. & Sun. Feb. 26 & 27 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 8300 Alanmore Place (Blundell & # 1)

MISC. FOR SALE

WINE OF the Month Club. Send the gift of wine all year long! 2 Bottles each month from award-winning wineries around the world. Call 888-751-6215 and get FREE SHIPPING!

Richmond

KOMONDOR, CKC. (M) 11 weeks, Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. $700. Nice temperament. 604-857-4120

bradsjunkremoval.com

•Backhoes •Mini excavator (rubber track) •Bobcats (forks/buckets) •Dump trucks

To advertise in the Home Service Guide

BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, $500. (604)7963026. No Sunday calls BELGIAN MALINOIS 1 Female, 7 months, reg’d, vet ✓, top working bloodlines good watchdog, 1-250333-8862 weldonbay@gmail.com BLUE HEELER 2 fem. 1 male born Dec 18.10 first shots, dewormed, ready to play $395 (604)826-6964 CAIRN TERRIER puppies, CKC reg’d, vet checked, microchipped, shots, $1000. Call 604-625-1131. CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 856-4866 CHIHUAHUA tiny pups. ready to go now. $600. Call 604-794-7347.

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

COMMERCIAL ~ RESIDENTIAL

Plumbing • Electrical • Woodwork • Drywall • Bathrooms • Painting • Handyman • Textured Ceilings • FREE Quotes Door Repairs: Patio • Pocket • Bi-folds • Shower Insured / WCB and I’m a Nice Guy! Mike Favel • 604-341-2681

• Driveways • Ashphalt • Concrete PETS

Local Plumbers

EXCAVATION

• Roofs • Decks

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Licensed, Insured & Bonded

RENOVATIONS

NEW HOME IMPROVEMENTS Update Kitchens & Baths BUILD NEW HOMES •• Drywall • Garage

JUNK REMOVAL

604-868-7062

Call Darryn 604-339-5532

RENOVATIONS

** COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL ** KITCHEN & BATHROOM SPECIALIST PLUS TIDDLEY THINGS

• Plumbing Service & Repairs • Boilers & Furnaces • Gas Work HEATING SYSTEM SERVICE SPECIAL Only $8500. Mention this ad.

STEVESTON HOME SERVICES

5 MINUTE EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM PLUMBING SERVICES AT REASONABLE RATES CALL 604-270-6338

CONSTRUCTION • RENOVATIONS

PLUMBING & HEATING

New fence installation • Gates & repair Rooﬁng repairs • Powerwashing • Odd jobs • Renos • Gutters etc. Painting interior & exterior

RJ’S PLUMBING & HOME SERVICE

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Andy 604-908-3596

778-895-0968 RMD HANDYMAN

CALL WEST:

PLUMBING

604-716-8528

A+ LAWN & GARDEN

WEST CONCRETE

Licensed, Insured, Bonded • Same Day Service

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LAWN SERVICE

We specialize in driveway, sidewalk, patio, foundation and retaining wall, all kinds of concrete jobs. We also do fencing jobs.

604-275-8464 or 778-869-6288

2-5-10 Year Warranties General Contractor Total Renovations & Additions • Licensed • Insured

REVIEW

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY STEEL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR - Holding 2010 steel prices on many models/sizes. Ask about FREE DELIVERY! CALL FOR QUICK SALE QUOTE and FREE BROCHURE - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. STEEL BUILDING WINTER SALE... $3.49 to $11/sq.ft. Immediate orders only - FREE shipping, some exclusions. Up to 90 days to pay. Deposit required. Pioneer Manufacturers since 1980. 1-800668-5422. See current specials www.pioneersteel.ca.

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REAL ESTATE 633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS WHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models. Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq. ft home including delivery and installation only $ 109,950. Many other plans available. 877-976-3737 or 250814-3788 www.hbmodular.com

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MORTGAGES

BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simplify the process!1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca

630

LOTS

ARIZONA BUILDING LOTS. FULL ACRES AND MORE! Guaranteed Owner Financing. No Credit check. $0 down - 0 interest. Starting @ just $99/mo. Close to Tucson’s Intl. Airport. Hear free recording at 800-631-8164 Code 4001 or visit www.sunsiteslandrush.com. Offer Ends 3/31/11 Own 20 Acres Only $129/mo. $13,900 Near Growing El Paso, Texas (safest city in America!) Low down, no credit checks, owner financing. Free Map/Pictures. 866254-7755 www.sunsetranches.com

CLIPPER COVE 2 Bdrm. from $1150 Great Building. Excellent Location. Close to Richmond Centre, No. 3 Road and Westminster Hwy. Pool & Sauna Included.

To arrange a viewing, call Olga at 604.868.8968 RICHMOND

1 & 2 Bdrms Available Immediately

Visit our website: www.aptrentals.net

RICHMOND CENTRE, brand new 2 bdrm. condo, park view, 2 prkg., N/S N/P. $1300 mo. Avail. now. 604-727-5759

RICHMOND. Lrg 3 bed apartment 1.5 bath, 3-appl. Shared laundry. 1 parking, Heat & Hot Water incl. Across from shops, transit, schools No pets. Minimum 1 year lease. Available immediately. Call (778) 840-3020 RICHMOND

HOMES WANTED

Older Home? Damaged Home? Need Repairs? Behind on Payments? Quick CASH! Call Us First! 604.657.9422

APARTMENT/CONDO

Call 604-830-4002 or 604-830-8246

FOR SALE BY OWNER

WE BUY HOUSES

706

Located in central Richmond, close to all amenities & Kwantlen College. Rent includes heat and hot water.Sorry no pets.

VERY DESIRABLE energy efficient upgraded 4 bedroom home in Lavington. Upgrades include: Windows, doors, flooring, and exterior paint. Fully landscaped, private fenced yard, paved driveway, separate garage and carport. 6866 Learmouth Rd. 778-475-2212.

627

RENTALS

WATERSTONE 640

RECREATIONAL

Shared ownership late model 40’ 60’ cruising yachts moored on Vancouver Island & Lower Mainland. Sail & Power. Professionally maintained. 604-669-2248. www.one4yacht.com

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

696

OTHER AREAS

OWN 20 ACRES Only $129/mo. ..$295/down near El Paso, Texas (safest city in America!) Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks, Owner Financing, Free map/pictures 1-800-343-9444. www.20acreranches.com

Bright ★ Quiet ★ Spacious

1 & 2 Bdrm Apt Suites 3 Appliances, balcony, swimming pool, heat & hot water. Also 2 & 3 Bdrm Townhomes 6 Appliances Close to schools & stores. N/P.

Call 604-275-4849 or 604-830-8246 www.aptrentals.net

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Bob Schmitz 604.908.2045

W E S T M A R

www.bobschmitz.net #233-7451 MOFFATT ROAD • $348,000 •

JUST LISTED!

Jody Copple

Linda Lait

604-818-7957

604-351-3658

7580 SUNNYMEDE CRESCENT FABULOUS SUNNYMEDE! 70’ X 130’ LOT WITH STUNNING 3,460 sq. foot 4-6 bedroom contemporary home. Huge master bedroom on the main. Many quality upgrades throughout. GORGEOUS PRIVATE SOUTHERN BACK GARDEN with 300+ sq. foot patio complete with gas for BBQ and heater for year-round entertaining. Prime Richmond location!

IN THE HEART OF RICHMOND CLOSE TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING AND RECREATION. SHORT STROLL TO SENIOR CENTER, POOL AND CANADA LINE. This bright and clean 2 bedroom home is perfect for the empty nesters. Bring your decorating ideas to make it your own. All rooms are generous in size and the master has a big ensuite and loads of closet space and access to the balcony. The kitchen is also big enough to have a small table and chairs for your breakfast comfort. The living and dining rooms will also accommodate larger furniture if needed. Insuite laundry saves money and trips to the Laundromat. This building is in very good condition & has been re-piped and rainscreened. Worry free living in one of Richmond’s premier locations. RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Richmond

Ocean Residences 11671 7th Avenue Condo-like bldg with great views a must see. Modern living, beaut grounds incl’d ponds & fountains. Close to Steveston and markets; Many stes with ocean views. Indoor/outdoor pkg, lockers, party rm, ﬁtness rm, sauna, outdoor pool, games rm, social rm, BBQ Area. Bach, 1 & 2 bdrm stes from $800. For more info & viewing call

Irina 778-788-1872 Email: rentoceanresidences @gmail.com Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

747

RV PADS

Businessman needs private RV site/trailer pad with or without sanitary drain. Will pay 6 months rent in advance. One person, 21 ft trailer. Rent to be discussed. or if room on your property I can install a pad. I build it, you own it, I rent it. Cost of building will be rent in advance. Details. Palmmer 604 374 5065. palmmer@telus.net

750

SUITES, LOWER

4TH/GRANVILLE, G/L 2 bdrm, pri entry. $850 incl heat & hydro (no lndry). NP/NS. Suit single (couple rent neg). Ref’s. 604-244-7862 IRONWOOD area. Nr. Shell & Williams Rd. Cozy 1 bdrm, shrd lndry, sep. entr, NS/NP.$650 incl util. Sam 604-813-4025 or 604-248-7580. LANGLEY, 2/bdrm large bsmt suite. Private, quiet, gated farm setting. Close to town. Too many good things to list. N/S. Incl util. $980/mo. (604)230-2808 MCLENNAN AVE 2 Bdrm,1 livn, sep big kitch suite sep ent with 6 Appl. NS/NP Clean, Quiet & bkyard. Easy access to Hwys/bus/skytr. $999 incl Utlty/wireless internet. 604-214-7784 RICHMOND 2 bdrm g/l Blundell/#4 hydro/cbl/net, own lndry $950. NS, NP. 604-447-2854, 604-720-6352 RICHMOND. #3/Williams. Large 1 bdrm & den. np/ns. Avail March 1. $750/mo + 40% hydro, shared laundry. 604-275-3862, 778-885-1736

750

SUITES, LOWER

RICHMOND. #5/Cambie. 2 bdrm. $850/mo incls hydro, cable, net, no laundry. np/ns. Avail April 1. Suit mature. 604-276-2599 RICHMOND. No. 2 Rd/Granville. 1 bdrm ste. Nr amenits. Mar.1. $725 + 30% utils. Free WW net. NP/NS. Call 604-241-5676 or 604-805-8517 RICHMOND, nr No. 4 Rd. 2 bdrm bsmt ste. Sep ent. $1000/mo NS/NP. Incl utils. wiﬁ & cbl. In suite w/d. Nr school & bus stop. Call 604617-2536. RICHMOND. Renovated 1 bdrm. Close to all amenities, $750 incl heat/lights. No pets. 604-270-7672. RICHMOND, Terra Nova. Brand new 1 bdrm grnd lvl legal ste. N/P. N/S. Nr all amenits. Avail Mar 1. $950/mo. incl utils. 778-227-2246. RICHMOND W, 1 bdrm g/l in new hse, wi net, cble hydro incl. No ldry NS/NP. $800. Call 604-448-1305.

751

TOWNHOUSES

RICHMOND QUEENSGATE GARDENS Conveniently Located

SERVING YOU IN ENGLISH, SPANISH AND FRENCH!

810

TOWNHOUSES

✰ RENTAL ✰ ✰ INCENTIVES ✰ Richmond, East / New Westminster: 3 storey Townhouses with 5/appls, 2/bath, garage, f/p. From $1440/mo.

Call 604-522-1050 RICHMOND 3 Bdr T’H, all new appl /blinds, dbl.gar. Av.now. N/P $1650. 604-270-4997 or 778-838-0423 RICHMOND

Briargate & Paddock Townhouses 2 Bedrm + Den & 3 Bedrms Available Private yard, carport or double garage. Located on No. 1 & Steveston, No. 3 & Steveston. Landscape and maintenance included.

Call 604-830-4002 or 604-830-8246 Website www.aptrentals.net

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

$0 DOWN & we make your 1st payment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599. www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309.

Close to schools & public transportation. Spacious 2 & 3 bdrm townhouses. 6 Appl’s., balcony, 2 car garage, 2 full baths, gas f/p. 1 Year lease required. No Pets. Professionally Managed by Colliers International Call 604-841-2665

TRANSPORTATION 810

#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

AUTO FINANCING

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

SUITES, UPPER

CAMBIE/NO. 5. Nice lg 3 bdrm, nr school/bus/shopping. $1150 + 60% util. Np/ns. Feb 15. 604-277-4194 RICHMOND, New, 2 bdrm, 2 blks fr Save on Food, Terranova. $1,095 incl utils/cable. Call 604-220-1764

752

$1,688,800

TRANSPORTATION

RENTALS

Open Sat and Sun 1:30-3:00

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

1994 ACHIEVA OLDS 6 cyl., good cond. Auto, $1500 obo. 134,000km. 604-277-1636 1996 OLDS 88 LS beautiful blue on blue leather w/full Delta LS Option Pkg. Power Everything with a great am/fm cassette, CD sound system. 1 Owner. Never been in rush hour. Very babied. Very loyal & safe car. $2500. Call Tom 604-250-2443.

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288

851

TRUCKS & VANS

1996 FORD RANGER, loaded, V6, Air Care runs good ext cab. $2300. 778-836-4422 604-592-4422 1997 GMC Black Sierra 1ton, 2WD, Dually, ext cab, lthr, auto, V8, gas p/w,p/d,164K, $5500. 604-309-9897 2002 FORD F150 Lariat - 4x4, exc. cond. leather, new tires, local, 160K no accid., $9888 / 778.861.8355 2003 GMC DUAMAX, auto, extra cab, long box, 4x4, 254,000km. $11,000. 604-991-2894 2006 CHEV Uplander, $13,000. 69,000K, serviced every 6 mo. by GMC. 604-557-1668 after 8pm 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO, 4X4, 6L,V8, a/c p/w ext cab, shortbox, 89,000km. $12,000. 604-858-2865.

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AUTO SPECIAL

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w! Sell it No for only

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2003 VOLSKWAGEN GOLF Only 16,000/km’s. $11,000. 604-852-5719 or 604-308-2963. 2006 HONDA CIVIC 2 door, 5 spd manual, 80K, red, $6850 ﬁrm. Call: 604-538-9257. 2007 HONDA CIVIC 4dr auto,100K loaded, leather, spoiler, $9300/obo. 778-836-4422 or 604-592-4422. 2009 TOYOTA MATRIX 4/dr auto p/w, p/l, AC, cd player, 88K, silver. $9800. Call 604-825-9477.

TRANSPORTATION

Reach 116,000 Households

1000 plus tax

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

Includes one week in the Richmond Review and the South Delta Leader.

2001 BMW 320I, fully loaded, leather, auto, AirCared, 142K, $6900. Call 778-552-1462.

Includes:

2007 JEEP COMPASS, great cond, $17,500. Call: (604)574-1189.

851

TRUCKS & VANS

TRUCKS, CARS, BOATS, TRAILERS, RV’S, VANS 3 lines in all listed publications for one week only $10 + tax. Includes a listing on bcclassiﬁed.com (private party ads only)

827

VEHICLES WANTED

– or pay $25 + tax for one week – in all Lower Mainland publications 1.5 million households

1995 GMC Safari, 8 passenger, 195,000km, very clean, good condition, no rust, no accident. $2500. 604-230-1634 or 604-467-3724

604-575-5555

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Richmond Review · Page 27

> Eating Together kickoff breakfast at Thompson Community Centre

Around Town Amanda Oye

Eating together

professional football player, firefighters and politicians all came together to share a meal at Thompson Community Centre last Sunday at the kickoff breakfast for Touchstone Family Association’s first annual Eating Together campaign.

More than 200 people enjoyed a pancake breakfast prepared by Richmond Fire-Rescue as part of an initiative to encourage families to eat together. “The whole purpose of this is building awareness,” said Georgina Patko, Touchstone’s director of fund development and community relations. B.C. Lion Angus Reid, who grew up in Richmond in a family of six kids, gave a speech about his experiences eating at least one meal every day with his family. “We were a real family,” he said. Even though they have all grown up, those who live in town still get together for Sunday dinner. Eating together helped them become close and has helped them stay close, Reid said. MP Alice Wong also attended, as did Mayor Malcolm Brodie who ofﬁcially declared Family Day in Richmond. There have been events held all over the city this week celebrating the Eating Together campaign. Dave Eto at Premium Brands supplied the food for many of the events including the pancake breakfast. Amanda Oye covers the social scene for The Review. Reach her at amanda.oye@telus.net.

Colin Medhurst, public relations chair with the ﬁreﬁghters union, and his son Jaxxson Jacobson.

Touchstone’s Georgina Patko with Jeremy Colwell, who donated a computer to a rafﬂe that everyone at the breakfast had the opportunity to enter.

Ivy and Jim Ye enjoy the pancakes. B.C. Lion Angus Reid (right) with ﬁance Jennifer Graham and parents Alicia and Duncan Reid.

Marcie Anderson 604-270-8831

Circle This One!

Yannie and Abby Sun.

Volunteers Tiffany Tong and Leslie Tung.

R O Y A L P A C I F I C R E A L

Anya Kuznetsova, Konstantin Lysyy and Misha Kuznetsov.

T Y

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4151 WALLER DR.

SOLD!

STEVESTON AREA TOWNHOUSE! $439,900 - 3 BEDROOMS!

Luv this renovated 3 bedroom end unit! HW ﬂoors, newer bathrooms & kitchen! Big yard! 2 parking at your doorstep! Low $160 mo. maintenance & super complex! Location plus — walk to Steveston Village — #39-10740 Springmont Drive

MARCIE ANDERSON 270-8831

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Thursday, February 24, 2011

Langley Farm Market PRODUCE

FRESH

BEEFSTEAK

CAULIFLOWER

TOMATOES

(product of California) $1.28kg

(product of Mexico) $2.18kg

lb.

KINNO

MANDARINS

(Product of Pakistan) $1.28kg

STRAWBERRIES (Product of California) 1 lb. clamshell

$ 99

lb.

ea.

BEEF

MEAT

($15.41kg)

CHICKEN WINGLETT ($6.59kg)

PRIME RIB STEAKS/ROAST

$ 59

lb.

BAKERY Tiramisu Cake 4”x8”... ........................... ...

Swiss Roll 600 grams ......................... ..

$8.99/ea. $4.49/ea.

Apple Streusel Bars 225 grams .......................

$ 99

lb.

DELI Freybe Corned Beef

450 grams ....................... ....

$1.88/ea.

RED

GRAPEFRUIT

(Product of Florida) Star Ruby

3/99 FROZEN

SHRIMP head off (26/30’s) 1 lb. each

3/11

GROCERY

Genoa Salami ......... $1.19/100g

Natrel Lactose Free 2% partly skimmed milk (2L)..............$4.99/ea Riscossa Pasta (500g) assorted ﬂavours.........$1.29/ea

Swiss Cheese ......... $1.48/100g

Greek Gods Greek Style Yogurt (650g) assorted ﬂavours........$3.99/ea

.......................................

$1.09/100g

$1.49/pkg.

Raisin Buns

lb.

Prices in effect Thurs., Feb. 24 - Sun., Feb. 27/2011. While Quantities Last