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City rallies for Japan ‘It’s going to happen here,’ says brother of quake survivor by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter
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It was the first time in 25 years of living in Japan that Richmond-native Stan Toda panicked. Glass shattered around his Tokyo-area sports bar as an 8.9-magnitude earthquake struck, and he didn’t wait to see what was next. He jumped from a second-storey balcony to chaos on the street. Concerned for his daughter, he found a bicycle and headed down the street with a bum knee, but an aftershock bucked him off. Brother Richard Toda heard
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the story via an e-mail exchange shortly after the quake. The next morning, Richard circulated the e-mail to almost everyone he knew. We can all learn from this, he thought. “It’s going to happen here. It’s not a matter of if, it’s when,” said Richard Toda, manager of customer services at the City of Richmond. “We try to be as prepared as we can be, but even Japan— they have to be one of the best prepared (countries)— and they hadn’t prepared for something this big.” Friday’s event killed thousands and left a half a million people homeless. In Steveston, community leaders are rallying, collecting relief funds at Steveston Community Centre and the Steveston Buddhist Temple. A walk is planned for Sunday at 10 a.m. to raise funds and awareness. See Page 3 Matthew Hoekstra photo Ian Mak, 7, and Zoe Mak, 4, meet Vancouver Canucks forward Mason Raymond at the Richmond Olympic Oval Tuesday afternoon.
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Matthew Hoekstra photo Bud Sakamoto, president of the Steveston Buddhist Temple, is helping in local fundraising efforts for Japan.
If there was a baby to kiss, Mason Raymond would have puckered up. The Vancouver Canucks forward graciously posed for photographs, signed autographs and chatted with fans at the Richmond Olympic Oval Tuesday as the honourary chair of the Scotiabank Group Charity Challenge. Raymond, fresh off a win that netted the league-best Canucks 100 points in the standings Monday night, briefly spoke at a podium before lacing up his skates and hitting the ice with representatives of 40 B.C. charities.
The charities are all recipients of the Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon and 5K on June 26. At the urging of fans, Raymond even got upclose-and-personal with a pooch, brought to the event by representatives of the B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Participants have raised over $1.7 million for charities in the marathon’s 12-year history. This year’s fundraising target is $600,000. The marathon begins at University of B.C., while the five-kilometre route starts at the Fish House in Stanley Park. The event attracts approximately 5,000 runners and walkers annually.
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Massage parlour in hot water
Jampolsky plans to seek Tory nomination
Water Club shot down for 60 days
Howard Jampolsky has declared he is seeking the Delta-Richmond East federal Conservative nomination about to be vacated by MP John Cummins. Cummins announced Saturday he won’t seek re-election. He will continue to serve as MP until there is an election. Jampolsky sought the Conservative nomination before. He lost by six votes to Darrell Reid in 2005 and was runner-up to current MP Alice Wong in 2007. He also unsuccessfully tried to win a seat on Richmond council in 2008. Jampolsky has worked on federal and municipal issues for more than 25 years, including the last two years on the Conservative Delta-East Richmond board of directors. He is a member of the Richmond Airport Noise Advisory Committee as chair, economic advisory council, the board of variance and is past vice-chair of the Intercultural Advisory Committee. The father of three is the president of the Scadax Group of Companies and has lived in Richmond since 1997. “We are likely facing an unnecessary election pushed on Canadians by the Liberals, NDP and the Bloc Coalition and we need an experienced candidate who is ready to campaign full time the moment the nomination is done,” Jampolsky said in a press release. According to the Public Eye website, Delta realtor Keith Roy is also looking to seek the nomination for Delta-Richmond East. Meanwhile Cummins said he’s still considering entering the leadership race of the B.C. Conservative Party.
by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Illegal activity in a No. 3 Road hotel penthouse “has to be stopped,” Richmond’s mayor charged Monday after officials revealed details of a probe that began 16 months ago. Acting on an anonymous tip, police inspected the Water Club massage studio in the Radisson Vancouver Airport Hotel in late 2009 to discover a masseuse performing a sex act on a customer, according to a police report. In the months that followed, police and bylaw inspectors uncovered a host of further bylaw violations, including one incident where RCMP officers were denied entry to the business. On Monday, city council unanimously voted to suspend Water Club’s business licence for 60 days, effective Friday. Mayor Malcolm Brodie said the licence holder has “totally, totally ignored any rule that this city may have.” “I understand that while remedial steps have been taken now in certain cases, we just simply cannot condone this kind of activity in this city—and it has to be stopped.” The Water Club occupies up to 4,000 square feet on the 11th and 12th floors of the hotel. Current operators took over a former body rub studio in June 2009. Its recent list of infractions began on June 30, 2010, when hotel staff called the RCMP for operating beyond its closing time of midnight. Police were refused entry at the time, but in subsequent visits found cigarette and marijuana smoke, alcohol use, nudity, unregistered masseuses and evidence the Water Club was also being used as a residence. Coun. Greg Halsey-Brandt said it was “particularly bothersome” that some complaints were generated by staff at the hotel, which houses guests from around the world. Halsey-Brandt called it an “intolerable” situation. Lawyer David Tarnow asked city council to delay its judgement for two months to give time for the Water Club’s three Chinese owners to come to Canada. Civic politicians didn’t budge. “I find it quite convenient that they go away and leave the business behind,” said Coun. Bill McNulty. Coun. Harold Steves said the manager of
Matthew Hoekstra photo The Water Club occupies the top two floors of the Radisson Vancouver Airport Hotel on No. 3 Road.
the business should have attended Monday’s meeting to state his case. “I think our interests is to speaking to the people who run the business, not their employee or their lawyer,” he said. Tarnow then made the unusual request to bring in a masseuse to speak to council. Council agreed to recess the meeting for 10 minutes as Tarnow ushered the masseuse in from a van in city hall’s parking lot. The masseuse told council she had only worked at the parlour for three months, and wasn’t employed during the time of the incidents. “Why are we interested in this?” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie. “The real substance of this are the allegations as to what took place, and the subject of the whole review.” Then in courtroom style, Tarnow proceeded to ask the masseuse questions about her job. The employee responded in broken English that her manager informed her of Water Club’s no-smoking policy, “not to take off the clothes” and “no sex.” Tarnow noted his clients fired the woman caught in a state of undress and put up nosmoking signs throughout the business. He asked city officials for a warning instead. But council agreed with chief licence inspector Glenn McLaughlin, who said a 60-day suspension was warranted considering the “compounding infractions” committed. “I felt it was a harsh penalty for a first
Water Club bylaw violations •June 30, 2010: Police arrive at 2:15 a.m., see people inside and hear music playing, despite its city-imposed closing time of midnight. They watch as a man approaches the front door and then disappears when police identify themselves. •Sept. 29, 2010: RCMP respond at 2 a.m. to another complaint that the Water Club was still open. This time officers were granted entry. They found a patron and unregistered masseuse— both naked—along with alcohol, evidence of smoking and other patrons inside. •Nov. 21, 2010: Police entered Water Club to find evidence of cigarette and marijuana smoke. •Nov. 26, 2010: Inspectors and police visit at 10:18 p.m. to again find cigarette and marijuana smoke, alcohol and a masseuse and patron in a dark room. Police also caught an unregistered masseuse who tried to exit through a fire escape. * Data compiled from police and city inspection reports offence,” said Tarnow after Monday’s decision. “The council failed to take into account that they were putting over 20 young ladies out of work.”
Food scraps energy plant to expand Harvest Power has big plans to expand its food scraps and lawn clipping renewable energy facility in Richmond, announcing Wednesday that it will invest $51.7 million into its two facilities, the other outside of Toronto. Meredith Sorensen, marketing manager for Harvest Power—which two years ago acquired Fraser Richmond Soil and Fibre—said that some of that money will be added to a $4 million investment from the federal government to build the new facility alongside the East-West connector at Fraser Port. The new multi-million dollar high-solids anaerobic digestion facility at Fraser Richmond Soil and Fibre is already under construction and should be completed over the next year. It will convert food scraps and yard debris from residential and commercial sources into energy, she said. Sorensen likened the small and compact facility to a series of garage doors, where organics are placed inside and naturally-occurring bacteria are allowed to break it down. The biogas that’s generated by the decomposition process is what’s turned into power. What’s left over is then composted.
Fundraiser to help a specific tsunami-ravaged village From Page 1 A group of local business leaders who do business in Japan are also planning a fundraiser. Organizers are hoping to direct the funds to help a specific tsunami-ravaged village. Richard Toda said Tuesday his brother’s home and business were spared significant damage, and his loved ones are OK. But as officials race to control a nuclear crisis, fear is rampant. “The ground is constantly talking to them. There’s constant aftershocks even right now in Tokyo and everyone is so scared they’ll get another big one. It’s already set them back so much.” Bud Sakamoto, president of the Steveston Buddhist Temple, is helping in local fundraising efforts. He said the temple’s minister is preparing a walking chanting session in memory. “When I see what’s happened, the total infrastructure is gone, so you have to almost start at Square 1. But before you do that, you have to clear the debris first, and knowing now potentially of
what can happen, I don’t even know if people will want to relocate there,” said Sakamoto. The quake forced Jim Kojima of the Steveston Community Society to cancel his trip to Japan this week. Kojima said he knows the landscape of the hardest hit areas from past business trips. “It’s a flat area. I could see the tsunami coming through would have just flattened everything out.” Kojima encouraged people to participate in Sunday’s walk and assist in rebuilding efforts. “We’re all human beings. We laugh we cry; have good times and bad times. The bottom line is we really should try to help people when they are in need.” Steveston Rotary Club members are organizing Sunday’s walk. Coun. Bill McNulty said the 32-member club has already pledged $3,000 toward the cause, and another $850 was collected from members at a meeting Tuesday morning. McNulty said Steveston’s ties with Japan began
Steveston Cares fundraising walk •Steveston Rotary Club is organizing a walk for Japan Sunday at 10 a.m. beginning at Gulf of Georgia Cannery. •Participants can make a donation of any amount. Those who give $20 or more will be issued a tax receipt. •The event is rain or shine. in 1877 with the arrival of the Asian nation’s first immigrant. “This one hits home,” said McNulty. “We want to do something that we can help with now. It’s only a small amount but we’re hoping the community will come down and help.” One of Richmond’s sister cities, Wakayama, is in Japan. Residents were put on tsunami alert following the quake and 20,000 people were evacuated.
“They did have a wave, but here was no significant damage and everything is OK in Wakayama,” said Sylvia Gwozd, chair of the Richmond Sister City Committee. Gwozd traded e-mails with her counterpart in Wakayama Saturday. “It is very sad for us all over Japan. But here in Wakayama city, fortunately, we have no big damages. I hope all over Japan [we] try to help these area where people have big damages,” said Nobutada Iwahashi in an e-mail. Gwozd said on a trip to the city last September, she learned of the sophisticated tsunami warning system and significant disaster preparations in the city and elsewhere in Japan. Said Gwozd: “It convinces you that it’s not a matter of if there will be an earthquake. It shows you that there will be an earthquake and possible tsunami, and therefore residents must be prepared.”
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Michael Mui photo Liberal candidate Joe Peschisolido with finance critic Scott Brison .
“Wayne Gretsky … used to say that for success you’ve got to skate to where the puck is going to be, not where the puck’s at,” Brison said. “Now Mr. Harper, we’re not skating where the puck’s at, we’re skating where the puck was a few years ago.” Joe Peschisolido, a former MP who is running for the Liberals in the next election, agreed, saying it’s “disturbing” how the federal government can spend so much money despite a $56 billion deficit. “You have the largest procurement ever in the military, $30 billion, and we don’t know if the numbers are correct,” he said. “How can we deal with a budget if you don’t even know what the numbers are?” Peschisolido added that the Conservatives have made Canada the first country with parliamentary principles derived from the British to ever be in contempt. “The Conservatives are at their peril if they underestimate the importance of this issue,” he said.
“This is a fundamental issue, this is our parliamentary system.” Brison was a former Progressive Conservative MP who joined the Liberals in 2004 after his old party merged with the Canadian Alliance to become the Stephen Harper-led Conservative Party. “My concerns included the treatment of minorities and some of the rights issues. And he (Harper) was quite direct in telling me there was a core in his priority that wasn’t going to change on some of these things,” Brison said. Peschisolido also crossed the floor—from Canadian Alliance to the Liberals—in 2002. “Preston Manning always thought of it as a plane, that if you wanted to fly a plane, you needed a left wing and a right wing. (Canadian Alliance) wasn’t an ideological conservative party. (Harper) wanted an ideological conservative party... “I’m not an ideological conservative—and the new Conservative Party is,” Peschisolido said.
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Residents want more policing by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Hundreds of Hamilton residents united in their efforts to convince city council to increase the police presence in East Richmond by signing a petition that was presented this week to councillors. Steven Ly delivered the 325-name petition to the city’s community safety committee on Tuesday afternoon. The signatures were collected after a rash of break-ins since December. “They seem to be very sympa-
thetic to our cause,” Ly said of the presentation. Ly’s wife Pennie said a neighbourhood meeting was held at the area’s community centre last week in the wake of the break-ins. “It was overwhelming,” she said of the turnout of more than 100 people. “They all support it. It seems like the community is getting together for these incidents...(they) want to see community police in the neighbourhood.” Ly agreed: “I was very pleasantly surprised by how many people showed up...and how passionate
people were. It was great to see.” Ly’s home was the first to be targetted, prompting the couple’s involvement in the Block Watch program. There have been a total of 15 break-ins in just three months, and on Wednesday night, the RCMP were leading a home-safety presentation on ways people can prevent break-ins to their homes. Ultimately, Hamilton residents are hoping that councillors will live up to a much-discussed plan made many years ago to build a community police station there.
Trees in park to turn blue Trees in Garden City Community Park will begin turning blue today as part of a Vancouver Biennale public art exhibition. Australian artist Konstantin Dimopoulos is scheduled to spend five days in the park creating The Blue Trees, an installation meant to spark discussions about global deforestation. “Through colour I am making a personal statement about the spirituality of trees and their importance to our very survival: trees are the lungs of the planet,” said
Dimopoulos in a news release. According to the Vancouver Biennale, the colour used on the trees is biologically safe pigmented water. The colour will naturally fade and the trees will revert to their natural state. Dimopoulos will return to Richmond April 7 to deliver a lecture as part of the Lulu Art in the City series. That event is set for 7 p.m. in Richmond City Hall council chambers. Admission is free; reserve seats at lulu@richmond.ca. —by Matthew Hoekstra
Richmond Appointee to Board of Directors Vancouver Airport Authority The City of Richmond is currently seeking a nominee for the Board of Directors for the Vancouver Airport Authority (VAA) to serve a three-year term starting in May 2011 and ending in May 2014. Nominees are required to be Canadian citizens and should demonstrate knowledge, leadership skills and experience in one or more of the following areas: • community-based task forces, committees and boards • business operations • transportation • logistics and distribution • commercial sectors with a customer and public service component • tourism and hospitality • finance • international trade • retail and marketing • real estate, planning and development • communications Currently elected representatives or persons who are directly or indirectly employed by a government or Crown Corporation are not eligible for nomination. Directors receive a modest compensation.
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Community Safety... With the 911 Awards later this month, Richmond celebrates our City’s many partnerships in safety. What could be more critical to ensuring that our community remains liveable? Some of the agencies in the safety effort include: The RCMP: The City works collaboratively with the RCMP to determine local policing priorities which now include organized crime, fraud and youth violence. The RCMP also works with the Translink police to ensure safety around the Canada Line while we await installation of turnstiles. The volunteer Auxiliary Constable programs add immeasurably to the effort. FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT: This Department provides great service for all with their rapid emergency response times
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and dedication to meeting community needs. When the Steveston Firehall is rebuilt, the comprehensive program for firehall upgrades will be about half-finished. OTHER PARTNERS: Co-ordination with the City programs such as in Parks, Community Bylaws and Emergency Social Services remains vital to our general safety. There are also many more partners including Ambulance, Coast Guard, ICBC, Translink and Vancouver Coastal Health, together with organizations such as the Safe Communities Alliance and Block Watch. As the 911 Awards remind us, Richmond is working hard with our many partners – around the clock every day – to make sure our community remains safe regardless of any emergency we may face.
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Notice of Public Hearing Monday, March 21, 2011 - 7 p.m. Council Chambers, 1st Floor, Richmond City Hall City of Richmond • 6911 No. 3 Rd., Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 • Tel: 604-276-4000 • Fax: 604-278-5139 • www.richmond.ca
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Richmond will hold a Public Hearing as noted above, on the following items: 1.
Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8669 (RZ 10-537869)
Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Infill Residential (RI2)”, to permit development of two new lots and two front-to-back duplexes with vehicular access from the rear lane. City Contact: Terry Brunette Planner 604-276-4279 Planning and Development Department
Applicant/s: Westmark Developments (Woodwards Pointe) Ltd. Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Medium Density Townhouses (RTM3)”, to permit development of 24 townhouse units on the site. City Contact: Edwin Lee 604-276-4121 Planning and Development Department
Location/s: 8520 Francis Road Applicant/s: Balbir Biring Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Coach House (RCH)”, to permit development of two (2) lots each with a single-family residence on it and a second dwelling unit above a garage, with vehicle access from an existing rear lane. City Contact: Edwin Lee 604-276-4121 Planning and Development Department
BYLAW 8699 BYLAW 8676
BYLAW 8669
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Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8671 (RZ 10-538153) Location/s: 11880 Railway Avenue Applicant/s: Steve Dhanda Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Single Detached (RS2/C)”, to permit development of two (2) residential lots with vehicle access from Railway Avenue. City Contact: Edwin Lee 604-276-4121 Planning and Development Department
Location/s: 10071 No. 1 Road Applicant/s: Gurinder S. Bhandal Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Coach Houses (RCH)”, to permit the property to be subdivided into two (2) lots, each with a principal dwelling and a coach house above a garage, with vehicle access from the existing rear lane. City Contact: Cynthia Lussier 604-276-4108 Planning and Development Department
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Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8676 (RZ 09-489238) Location/s: 9900 No. 2 Road, 6011, 6031, 6051 and 6071 Williams Road
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Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8690 (RZ 10-538208)
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Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8699 (RZ 10-521539) Location/s: 7900 Bennett Road Applicant/s: Chen Design Studio
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Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 8715 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8716 (RZ 09-453123) Location/s:
9388 Odlin Road (formerly 9340, 9360 and 9400 Odlin Road) Applicant/s: Paul Goodwin GBL Architects Ltd. Purpose of OCP Amendment: To amend the West Cambie Area Plan (Schedule 2.11A), Section 8.4 (Alexandra’s Building Sustainability Guidelines) by adding a new section (8.4.5) titled “Alexandra District Energy Unit”, to enable density bonusing for certain instream rezonings, when they connect to the district energy utility. Purpose of Zoning Amendment: To: (i) amend the “Low Rise Apartment (ZLR24) – Alexandra Neighbourhood (West Cambie)” zone to insert a site specific density bonus for connection to the Alexandra District Energy Utility; and (ii) rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/F)” to “Low Rise Apartment (ZLR24) – Alexandra Neighbourhood (West Cambie)”, as amended to permit the development of a 245 Unit Apartment complex. City Contact: David Johnson 604-276-4193 Planning and Development Department
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Notice of Public Hearing continued BYLAWS 8715 & 8716
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Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8737 (RZ 10-524476) Location/s: 16540 River Road Applicant/s: Virdi Pacific Holdings Ltd. Purpose: To amend the Light Industrial (IL) zoning district to apply a site-specific limited density to the subject property and to rezone the subject property from “Agriculture (AG1)” to “Light Industrial (IL)”, to permit development of a limited area manufacturing building and allow for commercial vehicle parking and storage. The proposed commercial vehicle parking and storage will be restricted to a maximum of 40 commercial vehicles that only transport agricultural produce from a Richmond farm and will prohibit the parking of dump trucks and not permit the operation of trailers with refrigeration units while parked on the subject property. City Contact: Kevin Eng 604-247-4626 Planning and Development Department BYLAW 8737
How to obtain further information: • By Phone: If you have questions or concerns, please call the CITY CONTACT shown above. • On the City Website: Public Hearing Agendas, including staff reports and the proposed bylaws, are available on the City Website at http://www.richmond.ca/cityhall/ council/agendas/hearings/2011.htm • At City Hall: Copies of the proposed bylaw, supporting staff and Committee reports and other background material, are also available for inspection at the Planning & Development Department at City Hall, between the hours of 8:15 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays, commencing March 11, 2011 and ending March 21, 2011, or upon the conclusion of the hearing. • By FAX or Mail: Staff reports and the proposed bylaws may also be obtained by FAX or by standard mail, by calling 604-276-4007 between the hours of 8:15 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays, commencing March 11, 2011 and ending March 21, 2011. Participating in the Public Hearing process: The Public Hearing is open to all members of the public. If you believe that you are affected by the proposed bylaw, you may make a presentation or submit written comments at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend, you may send your written comments to the City Clerk’s Office by 4 pm on the date of the Public Hearing as follows: • By E-mail: using the on-line form at http://www.richmond.ca/cityhall/council/ hearings/about.htm • By Standard Mail: 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2C1, Attention: Director, City Clerk’s Office • By FAX: 604-278-5139, Attention: Director, City Clerk’s Office • Public Hearing Rules: For information on public hearing rules and procedures, please consult the City website at http:// www.richmond.ca/cityhall/council/hearings/ about.htm or call the City Clerk’s Office at 604-276-4007. All submissions will form part of the record of the hearing. Once the Public Hearing has concluded, no further information or submissions can be considered by Council. It should be noted that the rezoned property may be used for any or all of the uses permitted in the “new” zone. David Weber Director, City Clerk’s Office
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Yap now a parliamentary secretary Richmond is without a provincial cabinet minister for the first time since the B.C. Liberal government took power in 2001. Richmond-Steveston MLA John Yap, minister of state for climate change, was dropped from cabinet as Premier Christy Clark announced a leaner cabinet on Monday. Yap was appointed parliamentary secretary for clean technology to the
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These are the regular transgressions of many of Richmond’s massage parlours, whose representatives routinely appear before council after getting caught by police and city inspectors. The Richmond RCMP and city must be applauded for cracking down on illegal activities inside these establishments. But make no mistake—the regular and often blatant disregard for Canadian laws and city bylaws comes at a cost much greater than what a licence suspension will bring to a business owner. Taxpayers are ultimately bearing the brunt.
The city’s chief licence inspector astutely noted the “considerable” city resources used for regular inspections and subsequent prosecutions of these badly run businesses. This illegal activity is taking city staff from business much more important than questionable back rubs. It’s also requiring Richmond RCMP to dedicate resources toward policing these establishments. And policing they need. On Monday, city council was presented with the latest recommendation from its staff: a 60-day suspension for the Water Club at the Radisson on No. 3 Road. After hearing the raft of bylaw infractions, city council didn’t crack, approving the suspension that begins this week.
This was the first licence suspension for the management group of this massage parlour, albeit for multiple offences. Their lawyer complained the penalty was too harsh. We say the punishment fits the crime. Whereas such offences in the past may have netted a simple warning, city council is proving it’s getting tough on those who ignore the law. It goes without saying that massage parlours have restrictive licensing for a reason. Due process is necessary—and this establishment, like others have had plenty of it. The next time such a massage parlour appears before council with a litany of serious bylaw offences, it’s time the city strip the licence from these parlours—forever.
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BC Hydro is installing 1.8 million smart meters to eventually upgrade every electricity customer in the province
Critics going Gaga over smart meters CIRCULATION MANAGER RACHAEL FINKELSTEIN, 604-247-3710 circulation@richmondreview.com CIRCULATION JR TUAZON, ROYA SARWARY, BRIAN KEMP, 604-247-3710 circulation@richmondreview.com
CREATIVE SERVICES MANAGER JAANA BJORK, 604-247-3716 jaana@richmondreview.com CREATIVE DEPARTMENT GABE MUNDSTOCK, 604-247-3718 gabe@richmondreview.com PETER PALMER, 604-247-3706 peter@richmondreview.com KAY KRISTIANSEN, 604-247-3701 kay@richmondreview.com The Richmond Review is a member of the B.C. Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the council. Write (include documentation) within 45 days to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org Published in Richmond every Thursday and Saturday by Black Press Ltd.
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his summer, BC Hydro starts installing 1.8 million smart meters to eventually upgrade every electricity customer in the province.
This is controversial for several reasons. First,
they’re doing it now because former premier Gordon Campbell decreed it must be done by the end of 2012. Second, the smart grid is one of several major BC Hydro projects the government exempted from having to undergo a cost-benefit review by the B.C. Utilities Commission. And, of course, there is the budgeted cost of $930 million, coming at a time when BC Hydro is projecting rate increases approaching 50 per cent over the next five years. When I spoke with BC Hydro smart meter project executive Fiona Taylor last week, she naturally had no comment on the politics. Smart meters are inevitable, she said, since mechanical meters are obsolete and eventually won’t be made any more. Taylor insists the pending rate increases would be even higher without smart meters. BC Hydro estimates the wireless meters will not only pay for themselves, they will produce a
net saving of $500 million over the next 20 years. Even some BC Hydro employees were surprised to hear that, with current technology, the utility has no way of knowing your power is out until you phone them. And when line crews come out to repair a local blackout, how do they determine if the repair is complete? They drive up and down the road to see if people have lights on. If you use a backup generator, they might miss you. Smart meters will have “last gasp, first breath” capability, storing enough energy to send a signal that reports the power has gone out, and another signal when it is restored. As it stands, a repair truck can be dispatched to a reported power failure, only to find that the customer’s main breaker has tripped. There is another concern, which is that the brief signals emitted every few hours to send readings to a central hub are somehow a health hazard.
BC Hydro has retained former Vancouver medical health officer Dr. John Blatherwick to respond to this. He notes that smart meter signals are the equivalent of a threeminute cell phone call once per day, at a much greater distance. These particular radio frequency signals are similar to those used for digital TV. Such signals are also emitted by the spark plugs of a car, by lightning strikes, in fact all visible light and even the infrared generated with your body heat. But there are people who insist they have a greater sensitivity, and there will probably be some generalized hysteria and systemmilking as we saw with the squabble over a power line through Tsawwassen. The NDP is nurturing this flame of discontent as it campaigns against smart meters. It’s popular among the young, and no less an authority than Lady Gaga is the poster girl to warn
against wireless Internet in schools. NDP leadership candidate John Horgan is the party’s ranking power expert. He mainly argues that BC Hydro doesn’t need to spend all this money on smart meters right now. But he is careful not to question the tinfoil hat perspective, and risk alienating the ignorant and superstitious vote. This is a key constituency in parts of B.C. Blatherwick notes that “if you truly are harmed by this level of radiation, you can’t live in a major city.” I’ll say. The computer producing this column is on wireless, one of at least a dozen signals it can detect in my neighbourhood. Our modern comfort is fragile, as Japan reminds us. It needs smart equipment, and smart people. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for The Richmond Review and Black Press. Reach him at tfletcher@blackpress.ca.
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Where is summer Musical Expressions? City of Richmond cancelled them this year? They were always sold-out events that reminded people of why Richmond is an amazing place to live. Would someone from the city please explain to me why this wonderful series in the summer has been ended? Joanne Teraguchi Richmond
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Get eateries to pay for grease clogs Editor: Re: “Grease clog costs city $500,000,â€? March 10. $500,000!!!! Bylaw inspectors “encouragingâ€? and “informingâ€? business owners on proper disposal of cooking grease is obviously worthless. The business owners know there are no consequences to aunting the bylaw. Each restaurant must be charged an up-front annual fee along with their licence. The restaurant association will be responsible to police its own members or pay for the repairs of every clog. The city is absolutely able to identify the group of restaurants that drain into the speciďŹ c sewer mains—even from malls. As each is licensed, the city should record which sewer the establishment drains into. The restaurants would know that collectively their monies paid into the fund would be forfeited anytime the city had an event such as this occur in the sewer fed by their local group. This should lead to their policing their fellow businesses. Anne Lerner Richmond Editor’s note: The clog was discovered under Lansdowne Road near Gilbert, far downstream from a restaurant, so ďŹ nding the culprit would not be easy.
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Eating Together campaign made a positive impact Editor: Now that the smoke has cleared a little, from the success of the Eating Together campaign, I’m writing to thank the citizens of Richmond for their enthusiastic participation in all the events that took place. Especially, I’d like to thank the Richmond Community Foundation, who believed in the idea at the very beginning stages of discussion and were instrumental in not only providing the funding, but also in providing their constant support to encourage all of us at Touchstone to dream bigger and set aspirational goals. Not all of the results from the week are available yet, but I can give you approximate attendance numbers that tell quite a story:
200 people attended the kick-off pancake breakfast at Thompson Community Centre, over 160 people attended the Steveston Community Centre wrap-up and 150 people attended the free cooking classes where they each promised to teach five other people what they had learned. That means that 750 could benefit eventually from that one activity. The Rotary Club of Richmond Sunrise provided 167 meals in a bag together with a recipe for food bank clients to make their own delicious pasta dish plus they donated two very large stainless steel demonstration tables to the Food Bank. Events were also held at South Arm, City Centre and Cambie community centres.
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arts & entertainment Storytelling trio finds formula
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A century of experience between them, Willy Blizzard reminds us of true Canada
A condo sales centre, a public playground and a 21unit townhouse complex development that preserved five mature trees are among winners of this year’s Lulu Urban Design Awards. The city-sponsored awards honoured architects of eight recent development projects in Richmond at Monday night’s council meeting. Judging this year’s awards were architect James Cheng, urban planner Jay Wollenberg and landscape architect Don Vaughan. Held every two years, the awards are open to a variety of projects, including residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-use, open spaces, public utilities and recreational. This year’s winners: •Commercial: River Green Story Centre developed by Aspac Developments Ltd. and designed by James KM Cheng Architects Inc. This building sits at river’s edge next to the Richmond Olympic oval. Designed to be a restaurant, it’s being used in the interim as the River Green sales centre. •Industrial: Hayden Drilling Supplies Ltd. developed by Hayden Drilling Supplies Ltd. and designed by Sanford Design Group. This two-storey building was designed to house a manufacturing business and boasts exterior architectural details, a water feature and permeable paving. •Innovative Approaches to Save Trees: Southwind developed by Centro Southwind Properties Ltd. and designed by Ito & Associates Inc. This 21-unit townhouse Shellmont development preserved five mature trees along the property line. •Residential and Mixed-Use (mid-rise): Mandalay developed by Cressey Development Group and designed by Rositch Hemphill and Associates Architects. This five-storey concrete condominium building makes use of high-quality materials and finishing. •Residential (townhouse): Hennessy Green developed by Polygon Hennessy Green Development Ltd. and designed by Robert Ciccozzi Architecture Inc. This 92-unit townhouse project in the West Cambie Alexandria neighbourhood has transformed the streetscapes along No. 4 Road and Odlin Road with front porches and gated front yards. •Residential and Mixed-Use (high-rise): Paloma 2 developed by Regent International Development Ltd. and designed by Integra Architecture Inc. Careful detailing and high-quality materials went into this project, which features street-level commercial space. •New Landscape Elements: A Gateway Landscape, Vancouver International Airport developed by Vancouver International Airport Authority and designed by Sharp & Diamond Landscape Architecture Inc. This project presents an attractive gateway for people arriving in Richmond with landscaping, transportation and engineering components extending from the Arthur Laing Bridge to the airport terminal. •Public Open Space: Garden City Community Park Play Environment designed by space2place design inc. An innovative design that’s won numerous awards; a place where children can use all five of their senses and enjoy nature.
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ot every song has a story—unless it’s on In From the Cold, the debut album of a new Vancouverbased acoustic folk trio dedicated to the art of storytelling.
Willy Blizzard is the brainchild of longtime Vancouver musician John Hough, who formed the group with guitarist Fran Madigan and bassist Andrea Law last year. A few months later they had an album and 30-odd shows to play in Western Canada. The tour gave Willy Blizzard a chance to share their stories and decide if the journey would satisfy musical cravings of three veteran artists. The formula worked, and Hough said he can’t wait until they hit the road again this spring after playing Richmond on St. Patrick’s Day tonight (March 17). “You look forward to getting out there and doing the playing. We’re kind of itching to do that again now, because it’s been awhile,” said Hough, the band’s singer-guitarist and a former member of Vancouver’s first Celtic band Under the Moss. “We have a lot of fun on stage. The songs often tell a story. The way we write, we write about a lot of things that happen—not necessarily to us, but through our experiences.” “Sante Fe Train” is the first
John Hough, Andrea Law and Fran Madigan are Willy Blizzard. The trio plays the Steveston Folk Guild tonight for St. Patrick’s Day.
Willy Blizzard •Thursday, March 17 at 7:30 p.m. •Britannia Heritage Shipyard, 5180 Westwater Dr. •Tickets, $8, at the door •A presentation of the Steveston Folk Guild track on the band’s album, a song written while picnicking on the banks of the Thompson River. A whistle blew and in front of them came a massive locomotive. It was literally a Sante Fe train, on the CN line (as per the song’s chorus). The song “January” tells a story of Canadian weather— reminding us of how cold those long winter nights can be—especially sleeping in a camper. Other songs need little explanation, such as “The Next Little Town,” “Happy Man” and “Box Full of Empties.” Collectively, the album speaks of Canada’s culture, geography, relationships, characters and history—or
as the band describes it: “the echo of a canoe, a chainsaw, a fish boat and laundry flapping in the wind.” Willy Blizzard’s first tour brought them to outdoor parks and folk clubs, including Calgary’s famed Ironwood Stage. That got their feet wet, and now the threesome are working to build a profile for their “alternative folk/roots with a bit of country flavour” music. “Some people call it Americana. I’m not really quite sure what that means, but I think that’s what we are,” said Hough. Between the three of them, Willy Blizzard has over a century of musical experience to draw on. Hough said their music is influenced by what he’s been doing all his life. “It’s original material. In writing material, it sort of takes on components of all the stuff that’s influenced you over the years. You never know what’s going to come out.” Hough said the band’s goal is to become a known part of the Canadian folk music
What’s in a name? Willy Blizzard frontman John Hough explains the band is named after a real person. “She was a neighbour of our bass player, Andrea, when her family lived in Ottawa in the 1970s. We admired this person as a true Canadian prairie pioneer—a hard-working farm girl who grew up in the Depression, and embodied the thriftiness and self-reliance that built Canada. “She was an environmentalist long before the term became popular. We “masculinized” her first name (her own birth name was Wilma, but she was always called “Willie” and she married a Mr. Blizzard, actual name) and now her name lives on in our Canadiana folk band.” scene, and travel across the country—including the East— to play at folk clubs and festivals.
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From Page 18 The minimum order is 12 sugar cookies of the same design. For orders of chocolate, shortbread, and ginger the minimum order is 24 cookies. Heidi can reproduce blackand-white or colour photographs and requires at least five days
notice, up to two weeks for larger orders. She has shipped her cookies all over North America. Themes and possibilities abound—from birthdays, weddings, baby showers, and first communion to Thanksgiving, Halloween, Easter, and the last day of school. How about a cookie bouquet? She does that too.
Heidi’s son has a peanut allergy so she specializes in nut-free cookies. •Heidi’s Cookie Creations: www. heidiscookiecreations.ca, 604-2702709, info@heidiscookiecreations.ca Arlene Kroeker writes about food every Thursday in The Richmond Review. She may be reached at akroeker@aol.com.
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Moar overcomes broken hand to remain Canadian light-heavyweight champion by Kyle Benning Contributor Junior Moar retained his Canadian light-heavyweight boxing championship Saturday, despite fighting the last seven rounds against his body’s will. Moar defeated Michael Walchuck, a bronze medallist at the Commonwealth Games, in a unanimous 10-round decision in the main event of Rumble at the Rock VIII at River Rock Show Theatre. The Richmond resident won the bout in front of the legendary Micky Ward, who was portrayed by Mark Wahlberg in the movie The Fighter. Moar entered the arena with an Aboriginal parade; the sound of highpaced drumming and singing set the mood for the fight. But after two rounds, Moar’s left eye started to swell after repeated blows to the face. Even though he was on the receiving end of many hits to the head,
Moar kept the fight close by delivering head shots of his own. Every punch took its toll but Moar refused to quit. He continued fighting with a broken hand and limited vision. The champion started to put more pressure on his opponent after the sixth round when he put together a number of explosive combinations on Walchuk’s body. Those combinations paid off in the following round as the Kitchener native looked extremely tired. Fatigue really started to become a factor in the final two rounds. Moar and Walchuk were fighting patiently and carefully. With the crowd cheering him on, including his coach, the former IBO World super-welterweight champion Manny Sobral, Moar went for the knockout in the dying seconds of the final round. See Page 22
Hirayama selected to Canada’s seven Richmond’s Nathan Hirayama will lead Team Canada at the Hong Kong seven-a-side rugby tournament which begins March 25. With the inclusion of sevens rugby in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janiero, sevens tournaments like this month’s competition in Hong Kong (seven players aside as opposed to the traditional 15) have taken on an added importance for Rugby Canada. Canada currently sits outside the top 11 ranked countries in the sevens series, but with the announcement of a solid roster for the Hong Kong tournament, Canadian officials are looking to compile valuable ranking points. Hirayama has been part of the national seven-a-side team’s past two international appearances. Canada won the 2010
Don Fennell photo Canadian Olympian Ruky Abdulai clears a hurdle on her way to winning the women’s 50-metre event at the Harry Jerome Indoor Invitational Saturday. The indoor meet at the Richmond Olympic Oval was the first in the Lower Mainland in 23 years.
Fleet feet at Jerome indoor meet by Don Fennell Sports Editor
Richmond’s Nathan Hirayama will lead Team Canada in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Sevens Bowl competition, and a repeat of that performance would give the Canadians key rankings points in the standings. With most of the selection out of the way, coach Gerait John said he was now focused on drilling home the essentials his team will need in Hong Kong—first-up tackles
and conditioning. “In order to be successful in the wide open game of seven-a-side rugby, a team must make at least 80 per cent of its tackles,” said John. In its 11 international games so far this season, Canada hit 90 per cent in a win over the U.S. and 95 per cent in a win over France.
A prominent university track and field coach believes the first indoor track and field meet to be held in the Lower Mainland in two decades will be a major boost for the sport and its athletes. “(The Richmond Olympic Oval) is a nice legacy of the Olympic Games and gives more prestige to our track and field family,” said Richmond’s Marek Jedrzejek, head coach of the University of B.C. Thunderbirds following Saturday’s inaugural Harry Jerome Indoor Invitational. “It’s something new so athletes had to adjust their training and competition schedules, but overall the meet was quite a success,” he said. “The stands were full, with close to 1,000 people, which was much more than we expected for a first meet. But we had a nice number of athletes and some great
performances.” Olympian Ruky Abdulai of Simon Fraser University won a pair of events in convincing fashion to earn the outstanding athlete of the meet honour. She was first in the women’s 50-metre hurdles in 7.72 seconds and topped the high jump at 1.75 metres. UBC student Jordan Smith won the men’s 3,000 metres in eight minutes, 30.74 seconds and was selected as the top male athlete of the meet. Aspiring Olympian Shai-Anne Davis of the Richmond Kajaks, a local Grade 12 student, took another step toward realizing her goals by easily winning the women’s 50-metre dash in 6.72 seconds. And fellow Richmondite Brittany Imlach, a UBC student, took the 800-metre title in 2:22.58. Former Olympians Doug and Diane Clement, who have dedicated much of their lives to track and
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field, initiated the Harry Jerome Indoor Invitational. “It was quite an advantage trying to get this underway with a beautiful new facility and a 200-metre track built during the conversion (after hosting long track speed skating during the 2010 Winter Games),” said Doug Clement. Though the oval track features only five instead of the standard six lanes, its radius curves are much larger than in most indoor facilities. Diane Clement said a full house Saturday should allow organizers to at least break even at the gate. “I think we’re in a good position now going forward,” she said. “The enthusiasm was great. A lot of the kids who would never get into an (outdoor) Jerome Classic all felt like they were in a national championship, singing and cheering while wearing their medals.”
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“He performed really well,” Sobral said. “His hand was really swollen after the fight. We won’t know how bad it is until we see the X-ray.” When the final bell rang, both fighters embraced each other. After the fight, Moar grabbed the microphone and thanked everyone in the audience for attending, and promised to give everything he has in fu-
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ture fights. Sobral, who is also a founder of West Coast Promotions, said the night was a success and he will continue to provide boxing events in the Lower Mainland. “We are doing another [event] in the fall. Either late August or early September,” Sobral said. “[Rumble at the Rock] was a sold out event, and everyone went home happy.”
604.908.2045 www.bobschmitz.net
Professional & courteous service for over 27 years davidlindsay@telus.net
3680 WILLIAMS ROAD • $880,000 • HUGE 120 X 70 CORNER LOT WEST OF NO.1 RD and only a minute to the dyke. Spotless and totally renovated 4 bedroom Cape Cod style family home with gourmet kitchen, all new appliances, gorgeous wood floors, new roof, new windows, and on. This cute home is ideal for a growing family with all levels of excellent schools and recreation within walking distance. Hold for investment or build among the other dream homes in the area. This West Richmond location is convenient to everything. By appointment only.
THIS ONE IS SPECIAL!
You get the best of both worlds with this one! For starters, the elegant looking home is beautifully updated with a spacious, entertainment friendly layout. Large sunken family room off the newer kitchen and features a newer roof and an attached double car garage. All this on a large 66x120 corner lot with north/south exposure. Great home to live in now and perfect lot to build your Dream Home later.
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ASKING $346,900
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sports Underdogs top district
United U-18 wins B.C. Select boys’ soccer league After completing over 80 training sessions and 25 games since August, the Richmond United U-18 selects captured the BC Youth Select Boys League Championship on Sunday with a 2-1 win over Victoria at Camosun College in Victoria. Jason James scored both goals in the ďŹ rst
half in a game that was literally controlled by the wind with gusts over 80 kilometres per hour. Said United captain Jacob Quail: “The team has worked extremely hard over the past seven months and the boys have the mental attitude you don’t just work harder than the
next guy, you work harder than everybody else. We started the season with three goals and have just accomplished one of them.� United now has its sights set on the Coastal Cup which will be hosted by Richmond youth Soccer April 30 and May 1. To a man, the players say
winning at home would absolutely be a dreamcome-true . Richmond United’s roster is made up of Michael Darnel, Ante Boskovic, Colin Jacques, Andre Perez-Meeres, Marcus Ribi, Jonathan Raich, Emile Saimovici, Jeevi Rai. Bryan Fong, Jordan Coblin, Jason James ,Kyle Kemp,
Richmond Underdogs had themselves quite a weekend. After winning the 4-District Commonwwealth Cup Saturday 3-2 in overtime over Kensington Little Mountain, the U-13 Silver 1 boys’ soccer team added the Richmond Cup with a 4-1 regulation win over the Tigers on Sunday. The team consists of Jacob Allison, Ricky Takahae, Navin Sidhu, Cameron Sandhu, Jake Robinson, Michael Rankin, Geoffrey Parappilly, Trevor Merell, Darian Matilda, Harneil Mann, Sean Larson, Yusuf Jetha, Darwyn Fitzpatrick, Nathan Faryon, Andrew Chen and Santiago Carvalheiro-Nunes.
Matthew Hoogveld, the twins Massimo and Alessandro Cau, Fergus Kennedy, Nicholas Chen, Jeevan Sandu and Amar Dhillon. Richmond soccer legend Jim Lamond said the last Richmond team to win the B.C. U-18 Select title was over 25 years ago.
Community Worship UNITED
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA
STEVESTON UNITED CHURCH 3720 Broadway Street (at 2nd Ave.) Rev. Rick Taylor
Please join us at 10am Sunday, March 20 for Worship Service and Sunday School 604-277-0508 • www.stevestonunitedchurch.ca A caring and friendly village church
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!
BRIGHOUSE UNITED CHURCH an evangelical congregation
8151 Bennett Road, Richmond, 604-278-7188 www.brighouseunitedchurch.org
Sunday, March 20, 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 Children’s Sunday School and after-service coffee and fellowship. Founded 1888. Richmond’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 Children’s Program Sundays 10:30 am Everyone is welcome!
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
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 • 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 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. Anne’s - Steveston Anglican Church 4071 Francis Road, Richmond, BC
The Rev. Brian Vickers, Rector • 604-277-9626
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 • www.stannessteveston.ca
Visit our website at www.richmondbiblebaptist.com
Richmond Baptist Church
FILIPINO CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Love God‌Love People 6640 Blundell Road, Richmond BC • 604-277-1939 ofďŹ ce@richmondbaptist.com www.richmondbaptist.com
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 • www.rpchurch.com
MORNING SERVICES — 9:00 am & 11:00 am Dr. C.A. Coats — Lead Pastor Alpha 6:00 pm Pastor Steven Moore — Senior Associate Pastor ELEVATE (High School/College) 6:00 pm Pastor Joseph Dutko — New Generation Pastor ~ This Week at RPC ~ Wednesday 10:00 am – Seniors Games & Fellowship 7:00 pm – Family Connections
Come home to RBC. There are no perfect people here. We’re all in the process, by the grace of God, of becoming all we can be. We’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 children’s program for children ages 4-12 Youth, Young Adults, Adult Growth Groups, Ignite & Sparks Children’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
FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH OF CANADA
REFORMED CHURCH (RCA)
Richmond Christian Fellowship
Fujian Evangelical Church
Worship Time 10:30am Location MacNeill High School 6611 No. 4 Rd., Richmond
welcomes you to Sunday Worship Services
phone 604-270-6594 Pastor Inpam Moses www.rcfonline.com Friendly, family fellowship Sermon series — “Rise and Build�
Immanuel Christian Reformed Church
INTERDENOMINATIONAL
Sunday service 11.30am-12.30pm
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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 • www.fujianevangelical.org
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7600 No. 4 Road. Inquiries Rev. David Cheung 604-276-8250 immanuelcrc@hotmail.com
To Advertise in the Community Worship page Call Geetu at 604-575-5304 or Rita at 604-575-5353
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
OBITUARIES
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PERSONALS
DATING SERVICE. LongTerm/Short-Term Relationships, CALL NOW. 1-877-297-9883. Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes. 1-888-534-6984. Live adult casual conversations-1on1, 1866-311-9640, Meet on chat-lines. Local Single Ladies.1-877-8045381. (18+).
Shabbits Noah Michael
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LOST AND FOUND
LOST: DOG, pitbull, black, male. Last seen March 9. Vic. #5/Cambie Reward offered. 778-881-1430.
With broken hearts we mourn the sudden loss of Noah, who passed away peacefully in the loving arms of his parents in the early morning of March 11, 2011. He is survived by parents Michael and Jennifer, proud sisters Hannah and Leah, grandparents James and Gloria Shabbits and Chuck and Geri Reamer, Aunt Megan (Graham) Mackey, Tio (Uncle) Geoff (Angie) Reamer, and cousins Gretchen, Pearl, Art, Karah and Natasha.
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Noah brought tremendous joy to everyone around him. He was adored by his family. We were blessed everyday by his beautiful smile, sparkling eyes, contented personality and precious voice. Noah knew only love and happiness during his all too short life on earth.
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SUNNY WINTER Specials. At Florida’s Best Beach-New Smyrna Beach. Stay a week or longer. Plan a beach wedding or family reunion. www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800-541-9621.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
A celebration of Noah’s life will take place at The Tapestry Church in Richmond on March 18, 2011. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to BC Children’s Hospital, which provided compassionate care to Noah and his family.
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JOURNEYMAN AUTOBODY REFINISHER required for Southern Alberta’s most progressive collision centre. Full benefits, cleanest working environment in the industry, production bonus, factory training. Fix Auto Lethbridge. Phone 403-3281020.
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com
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COMING EVENTS 21st century flea market
FAMILIES EARNING MORE. Work from home part or full-time. No selling. No inventory. No parties. No large investment or risk. Visit www.familiesearningmore.com. School of Rock. Franchises Available in most areas! “The Country’s Preeminent Rock Music School for kids ages 7-17”- The Washington Post. 877-556-6184 www.schoolofrock.com
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 21st CENTURY FLEA MARKET 175 Tables of Bargains on Deluxe 20th Century Junque! Sunday, MARCH 20, 10am-3pm Croation Cultural Centre 3250 Commercial Drive, Vancouver Info: 604-980-3159. Admission $4. 3rd AUTISM VANCOUVER BIENNIAL Congress, April 7-9 2011, Early Bird Rates! Learn from 18 renowned autism experts presenting new information that can help immediately! www.AutismVancouver.com
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INFORMATION
CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, Affordable. Our A+ BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT \TRAVEL & FREEDOM. Call for your FREE INFORMATION BOOKLET. 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1 866 972 7366). www.PardonServicesCanada.com.
GREAT CAREER OPPORTUNITY!!! Sprott-Shaw Community College is looking to hire ADMISSIONS ADVISORS. The candidates should have relevant sales and marketing experience with contactable references. The successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills as well as have a competent ability to network and promote the institute. All candidates should be team player orientated, accept challenges, work under pressure and have a positive winning attitude. We offer a very competitive package and an excellent team work environment. Please forward all cover letters and resumes to Sam: sama@sprott-shaw.com
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Van Kam Freightways’ group of companies requires Class 1 Company Drivers and Owner Operators to be based out of our Surrey Terminal. Qualified linehaul drivers with winter and mountain driving exp. Above average rates, and an excellent benefits. Send a detailed resume and current driver’s abstract. (For owner operators, provide details of your truck) to: careers@vankam.com or fax, 604-587-9889 Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
EDUCATION
TRUCK DRIVER WITH CLASS 1 & AIR WANTED Required to do deliveries within BC, WA & AB. Will rotate between various routes. Home every weekend regardless of routes. Must be mature and selfmotivated. Previous experience necessary. Start immediately!
$20/hr. Plus Mileage, Bonuses & Full Benefits. E-mail resume: dwoo@fuchs.com or Fax: 604-888-1145 Fuchs Lubricants, Langley BC
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HELP WANTED
LEARN FROM HOME EARN FROM HOME CanScribe Career College offers online courses: Medical Transcription and Computers. Great work at-home opportunities. Enrol today! 1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com info@canscribe.com
*6-month course starts April 4th, 2011
BC College Of Optics
604.581.0101 www.bccollegeofoptics.ca
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FRANCHISE
YOUR LOCAL HANDYMAN Proven turn key franchise opportunity Prime Lower Mainland Areas CALL NOW 778-549-2135
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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 EXPERIENCED FINISH GRADER Operators required by Knelsen Sand & Gravel Ltd., a successful well established company. Send resume to: bernardw@knelsen.com or fax 780-928-3656 FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944
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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. Live-in-Caregiver Req’d f/t with exp to look after elderly lady/handicap person; provide meals; take care of hygiene; assist in daily activities & provide medication as per requirement. Salary: $10/hr. Knowledge of English, Punjabi is required. Contact Jasbinder via Email: jasbindersanghera@yahoo.ca or Fax: 604-232-4601 Location: Richmond, BC
Every Saturday at 8:30am #215, 19358-96 Ave. Surrey NO reservations: 604-888-3008 www.dgscanada.ca Ask about our other Courses... *Stand up Reach *Fall Protection *Aerial Lift *RoughTerrain Forklift *Bobcat *WHMIS & much more. “Preferred by Employers
Thank you for your interest however only those of interest to us will be contacted.
POWER ENGINEER 2nd Class Certificate mandatory. West Coast Reduction Ltd. Vancouver has fulltime opening for Steam Plant Shift Engineer. Competitive wage/ benefits. Resumes or more information email: careers@wcrl.com
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2 DAY FORKLIFT WEEKEND COURSE
Optician Training
DRIVERS/OWNER Operators Wanted. Truck contractors need drivers with log haul experience and clean driver’s abstract. Owner operators needed with 6, 7, 8 axle log trailers. Visit: www.alpac.ca or call 1-800-661-5210 (ext. 8173).
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
DGS CANADA
CLASS 1-COMPANY & OWNER OPERATORS Surrey Terminal
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com LOST: PARROT African Grey (grey body, red tail). Last seen in Burkeville nr Airport on Sunday March 13. Reward. Call 604-616-5811 or 604247-2664.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
FOOD & OTHER PRODUCT IN-STORE SAMPLERS Need To Get Out Of The House, Talk To People & Create Extra Income? Try a part-time job 4-8 days a month as a Product Demonstrator! Great for Seniors, Retirees & Mature Adults! Do you enjoy talking to people & know how to do basic cooking? This job is for you and is perfect for men & women. Must be available on both Fri & Sat from 11-5 or 12-6 (& some Sun). Requirements: As a Freelance Contractor, you must be a gogetter able to work on your own, be able to carry medium weight equipment into stores & own a car. Must be well groomed, be bondable & fully fluent in English. Pay starts at $10/hr. All day training provided in N. Burnaby. Call JMP Marketing at 604-294-3424, local 30.
LOG TRUCK mechanic for Kurt Leroy Trucking LTD. Welding an asset. Ben. inc. To start immed. Campbell River. Fax resume to 250-287-9914.
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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS
employment@baileywesternstar.com
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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Parking Space Richmond, BC The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is seeking information for the possible lease of a minimum of 25 parking spaces located West of Hwy 99, East of No. 2 Rd., North of Mill Rice Rd. and South of Westminster Hwy. Covered and/or uncovered. Available November 2011 for a long-term requirement. Additional information, contact Irene Van Essen @ 264-2745 or EDIV_LEASING. Admin.EDIV_EHQ@rcmp-grc.gc.ca with Reference# M2989-10-L023. Provide Address of parking lot, Number of spaces available, Rent per stall, Site plan, Photos, and Contact Name, Telephone and Cell Number; include Reference#. Submissions must be received on or before April 1, 2011 COB. Fax to 604-2642494, or Mail to: Procurement and Contracting Leasing Team Room 202–4949 Heather Street. Vancouver, B.C. V5Z 1K6 Agents responding to this Request for Information must provide the RCMP with a letter from the owner authorizing them to do so or a copy of their Representation Agreement. THIS IS NOT A TENDER PROCESS OR A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, but only an inquiry as to the availability of space to lease. The RCMP will not necessarily invite offers or lease space. The RCMP reserves the right to issue an invitation to tender for this possible leasing requirement or other leasing requirements based on information it receives as a result of this advertisement or based on any other information which may come to its attention prior to the closing date of the advertisement; or it may invite offers by way of public tender.
Manrisung Korean Restaurant (Richmond) F/T Cook 3-5 yrs exp. Duties: Prepare & cook meals. $18.75/hr. Fax: 604-821-9922
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POWER ENGINEER 2nd Class Certificate mandatory. West Coast Reduction Ltd. Vancouver has fulltime opening for Steam Plant Shift Engineer. Competitive wage/ benefits. Resumes or more information email: careers@wcrl.com
PROJECT COORDINATOR Required for Betts Electric. Visit: www.betts.bc.ca for more information.
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CHAIR FOR RENT! • Newly renovated • Looking for a professional experienced stylist to rent a chair. • Perfect for someone looking to work for themselves & build their clientele.
Apply in person at the Salon
Namira 604- 279-9887 H A I R
JMP Marketing Services, BC’s most reliable demo company since 1979.
FULL-TIME CERTIFIED Heavy Duty Mechanic required by Bailey Western Star & Freightliner. Experience in service & repair of trucks, trailers & equipment. Fax resume to 250-286-0753 or email:
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
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Papers are delivered to your door. No need to insert flyers either! Deliver 2x week, Thursdays and Saturdays, right in your neighbourhood. Call our circulation department for information.
Call Brian 604-247-3710
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14002260 Gannet Crt, Trumpeter Dr, 41 14002261 Bittern Crt, Egret Crt, Goldeneye Pl, Puffin Crt, Sandpiper Crt 62 14600672 Seaward Crt, Gt, Seaway Rd, Seahurst Pl, Rd 79 14600621 Seacliff Rd, Seahaven Dr, Pl, Seamount Rd 77 14401661 Aintree cres, Pl, Aragon Rd 90 14301142 Hollycroft Dr, Gate,Hollyfield Ave, Hollywell Dr, Hollywood Dr 141 14401660 Ainsworth Cres, Moddocks Rd 85 14302323 Cantley Rd, Colville Rd 74 14302276 Cadogan Rd, Camden Cres, Pl, Kilgour Pl 32 14402442 Gardencity Rd, Pigott Dr, Pigott Rd 104 14600554 11000 Blk of Williams Rd 77 14401586 Rosehill Dr, Roseland Gate 56 14302277 8000 Blk of Railway Ave 24 14002273 11000-12000 Blk of No 2 Rd 95 14301122 10000 Blk of Railway Ave (Williams - Steveston) 43 14301274 Cormorant Crt, Steveston Hwy 52
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SHOWER DOOR INSTALLERS BC’s Leading Glass & Shower Door Company Rahul Glass Ltd. is looking for experienced FullTime Shower Door, Mirror and Shelves installers, Wood Closet Organizer Installers and Glass Cutters. Positions available in the Lower Mainland area. Very exciting packages will be offered according to previous experience. Contact 604-710-1581. Candidates can also fax their resume at 604-592-2690.
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.
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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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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 A PA R T M E N T / C O N D O M I N I U M MANAGERS (CRM) home study course. Many jobs registered with us across Canada! Thousands of grads working! Government certified. 30 years of success! www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456. STUDY ADVENTURE TOURISM! Train to be an adventure guide in just 9 months. Outdoor Recreation & Ecotourism Certificate. College of New Caledonia, Valemount, BC. 1888-690-4422; www.cnc.bc.ca/valemount
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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
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
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604-777-5046 Own A home? Need Money? Get Mortgage Money Fast! Quick, Easy, Confidential No credit or income required 1st, 2nd, 3rd mortgages
Call 604-328-6409 Origin Home Financial Partners Matt Sadler - www.mattsadler.ca
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CARPENTRY
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LANDSCAPING
FULL LANDSCAPING & YARD WORK ❖Rock Walls❖Paving Stones ❖Driveways❖Asphalt❖Pavers ❖Concrete❖Fencing❖Stairs ❖New Lawns❖Ponds ❖Drain Tiles❖
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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
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
PETS
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BLUE Heeler cross, 8wks old cute, house trained $50 to good home. No shots (604)796-2706 Agassiz
• Leftover from Hotel Order • 800 Coil 3’’ Pillowtop • Original Plastic • Only 14 left • 10 year warranty Retail $1,499! Liquidation $560 incls. tax. Call: 604.807.5864
Call 604-716-8528 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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YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
************ ABE MOVING *********** *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE BACK-HOE, BOBCATS SERVICE. Excavation, drainage, concrete & asphalt rem/install. Paving stone & retaining walls. 604-833-2013
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FENCING
S & S LANDSCAPING & FENCING Factory Direct Cedar Fence Panels for Sale & Installation. 8291 No. 5 Road, Richmond. 604 275-3158
MIN. EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM Reasonable Rates 604-270-6338
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PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
POWER SERGE ELECTRIC: No job too small. Free no obligation consultation. 604-719-1055.
Call Ian 604-724-6373
MOVING & STORAGE
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS #1 Roofing Company in BC
AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Insured ~ Licenced ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
604-537-4140 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
Boston Terrier pups, 4 M, 2 F, vet checked, 1st shots, dewrmd, ready Mar. 18. $1,000. Call 604-868-0446 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 Chocolate Labradoodle pups. Vet checked, dewormed. $750-$900. 250-305-4253 CKC Reg. soft coated Wheaten terrier pups, hypo-allergenic. Guarntd. Vet ✓ $1200. 604-533-8992 ENGLISH MASTIFF P/B PUPS Fawn & Bridle. CKC reg. Ready to go. $1500. 604-726-3934 LAB Yellow X Golden Retriever pups. Family/farm raised. Vet ✓, shots, short hair, parents exc temper. $595. 604-835-0305. 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
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PB Blue Nose Pitbulls, Razor’s Edge bloodlines, Seal blue coats with blue eyes, 1st shots & dewormed. $900 778-877-5210
Call: 778-862-0523
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14901174 5000 Blk Blundell Rd 62 14902141 Eperson, Willowfield 69 14901172 Laurelwood Crt, Langtree Ave 63 14901171 Ludgate Rd, Ludlow Pl, Rd 37 14100230 Chatham St, First Ave 27 14901020 2000 Blk River Rd, 2000 Blk Westminster Hwy 41 14903089 4000 Blk River Rd (between No 1 Rd and McCallen) 23 14903050 5000 and 6000 Blk No 1 Rd 64 14903076 5000 Blk Gibbons Dr, small part of Westminster Hwy 38 14903072 Forsyth Cres 49 14903060 Easterbrook Rd, Murchison Rd, Reeves Rd, Webster Rd 58 14903074 McCallan Rd, Tilton Rd 32 14201124 Pugwash Pl, Cavendish Dr 71 14201121 Gander Crt, Pl, St Johns Pl 62 14202062 3000 Blk Williams Rd 73 14902054 3000 Blk Granville Ave 75 14903051 Gamba Dr, Nicolle Pl, Tucker Ave 61 14902122 7000 Blk No 1 Rd, Tyson Pl 65 14902123 Lockhart Rd, Beecham Rd, Marrington Rd 83 14202023 9000 Blk No 1 Rd 87 14201126 Cornerbrook Cres, St Brides Pl, Crt, St Vincents Crt, Pl 62 14903077 Richards Dr, Semlin Dr 54 14903075 Johnson Ave, Pearkes Dr, Tolmie Ave. 106 14202045 Groat Ave, Geal Rd 49 14202041 Mahood Dr 48 14902052 Moresby Dr 70 14202262 4000 Blk Francis Rd 22 14903115 4000 Blk Granville Ave 55 14901170 Lancing Rd, Crt, Pl 61
D New Roofs / Re-Roofs D Repair Specialist D Free Estimates D Ref’s ~ WCB Insured
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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.
A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 7yrs
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(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 MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510 TURQUOISE PAINTING. COMM/RES., Interior/Exterior, Free Estimates., Quality job guaranteed. Call Tony 604 562-1241.
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PAVING/SEAL COATING
RETIRED CONTRACTOR small job specialist, all repairs. Great rates. Call Dan 604-761-9717
ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
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School District No. 38 (Richmond) “Children are our most valuable natural resource”
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT The Richmond School District is seeking individuals with excellent interpersonal, communications and customer service skills for the position of Administrative Assistant. Successful applicants must be willing to work 12 months of the year, have strong administration skills encompassing speed, accuracy and efficiency. Proficiency in using spreadsheets, databases and word processing software is also required. The successful applicant must be friendly, welcoming and patient while working in a hectic customer service environment where the majority of clients have English as a second language. Business Education courses along with at least two years office assistance experience are required. Please note that the vacation schedule for these positions does not follow the typical school holiday schedule. Interested applicants should submit a resume and application quoting competition #E-CL-001-11-02. Applications are available at the School Board office between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.: Human Resources, School District No. 38 (Richmond), 7811 Granville Avenue, Richmond, BC V6Y 3E3. We appreciate the interest of all applicants but advise that only those selected for interviews will be contacted. For further information, please visit our website: www.sd38.bc.ca.
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• Vehicles • Estates (complete hse. hld.) • Antiques • Bankruptcies • Damaged Freight • Tools • Anything Of Value 604-897-1605
YELLOW LAB pups. 8 weeks old, ready to go. Vet checked, 1st. shots. Parents on site. $500. 604-852-6176 Abbts
REAL ESTATE 612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE
Oceanfront Motel, 2 acres, 10 units, near park, for sale or could be included in a larger project. Site approved for condos. Plans completed, ready to go. Phone 250-753-0160
Here to help you with all your roofing needs. • WCB-Insured • Work guranteed • Repairs/Updates
Call 604-716-8528
615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY
Free estimates & competitive rate
STEEL BUILDING SALE... SPECIALS from $4 to $11/sq.ft. Great pricing on ABSOLUTELY every model, width & length. Example: 30x40x14 NOW $7995.00. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1-800668-5422. STEEL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR - Holding 2010 steel prices on many models/sizes. Ask about FREE DELIVERY! CALL FOR QUICK SALE QUOTE and FREE BROCHURE - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.
SAVE ON ROOFING New Roofs, Re-Roof, Repairs. Free Est. Refs. * WCB * Fully Insured. 10% DISCOUNT !
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WE PAY CA$H
ST. BERNARD pups, 3M/3F, born jan 14/11, $1000 each, gentle temperment. 1 (604)792-4022
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Jas @ 604-726-6345
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats
GARAGE SALES
RICHMOND 8100 Rosebank Cr. Sat. Mar.19, 8-noon. Hshld items books & clothes. Rain or Shine. RICHMOND MOVING SALE, Sat. Sun. March 19 & 20, 5120 WILLIAMS RD.
All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. (604)961-7505, 278-0375
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FURNITURE
BRAND NEW QUEEN SIZE PILLOW TOP MATTRESS SETS
★ Reasonable rates ★
CONCRETE & PLACING
GARDENING SERVICES 21 yrs exp. Tree topping, pruning, trimming, power raking, aeration, cleanup. Free est. Michael 604-240-2881
Kids and Adults Needed Papers are delivered to your door. No need to insert flyers either! Deliver Route
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 530
FARM EQUIPMENT
WANTED: used potato/carrot washer for market garden. Smaller model. 250-395-4042 the richmond
REVIEW
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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“TUX” NEEDS A GOOD HOME WITH YOU!
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Tux is all dressed up with nowhere to go! He is a handsome man just over the age of 8 that is looking for a relaxed home to call his own. He loves to be the centre of attention, but may be willing to share it with you. Tux gives cute little head nudges to show his undying love for you and would love a new forever parent to do this with! He is affectionate, chatty, an all-round lovebug that would love some help getting his svelte figure back. Come by for some nudges today!
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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.
CALL WEST:
RJ’S PLUMBING & HOME SERVICE
Free estimates (fully insured)
Call Darryn 604-339-5532
** COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL ** KITCHEN & BATHROOM SPECIALIST PLUS TIDDLEY THINGS
RENOVATIONS
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
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For more info & viewing call
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RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
RICHMOND
1 & 2 Bdrms Available Immediately Located in central Richmond, close to all amenities & Kwantlen College. Rent includes heat and hot water.Sorry no pets.
Call 604-830-4002 or 604-830-8246 Visit our website: www.aptrentals.net RICHMOND CENTRE, brand new 2 bdrm. condo, park view, 2 prkg., N/S N/P. $1300 mo. Also 1 bdrm. $1200. Avail. now. 604-727-5759
Irina 778-788-1872 Email: rentoceanresidences @gmail.com Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management
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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
2 BDRM DUPLEX, grnd flr, 7300 Lindsey Rd., Avail Apr 1. N/S, N/P. $1000/mo + utils. (604)275-1889. RICHMOND upper lge 3 bdrm 1.5 baths approx 1250sf, priv W/D, strg, balconies, extremely clean, quiet, family oriented bldg, clse to Blundell shopping & transit. $1375/mo + 1/2 utils. 1 cat OK. 604-271-3737
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HOMES FOR RENT
3 BEDROOM & 2 Bath House Com ing Soon! In House Financing, no credit checks. 604.600.5791 RICHMOND, #6 Rd. 1 Bdrm, brand new, self-contained detached coach house. $1100/mo utils incl. Apr 1. (604) 270-6483 or 512-9723.
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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 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 ground level suite in NEW HOUSE. Bright priv entry, gated. ALL NEW APPL. own W/D. N/S, N/P. April 1. $1100/mo. incl util/cable/net. 604313-8555, 604-992-4091 RICHMOND, #2/Granville. 1 bdrm ste. Nr amenits. Mar. 15. $750 incl utils. Free WW net. NP/NS. No lndry 604-241-5676, 604-805-8517.
• Driveways • Ashphalt • Concrete
604-247-3729 email: adcontrol@richmondreview.com
RENTALS
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
604-716-8528
• Roofs • Decks
Call Rick
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
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.
Local Plumbers
To advertise in the Home Service Guide
M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS
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2-5-10 Year Warranties General Contractor Total Renovations & Additions • Licensed • Insured
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Licensed, Insured & Bonded
NEW HOME IMPROVEMENTS Update Kitchens & Baths BUILD NEW HOMES •• Drywall • Garage
Aeration, Power Raking, Fertilization, Hedge Trimming, Seasonal Maintenance, Pressure Washing Insured and WCB, Satisfaction Guaranteed, Free Estimates With
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• Plumbing Service & Repairs • Boilers & Furnaces • Gas Work HEATING SYSTEM SERVICE SPECIAL Only $8500. Mention this ad.
STEVESTON HOME SERVICES
RENOVATIONS
APARTMENT/CONDO
PLUMBING & HEATING
New fence installation • Gates & repair Roofing repairs • Powerwashing • Odd jobs • Renos • Gutters etc. Painting interior & exterior
5 MINUTE EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM PLUMBING SERVICES AT REASONABLE RATES CALL 604-270-6338
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We specialize in driveway, sidewalk, patio, foundation and retaining wall, all kinds of concrete jobs. We also do fencing jobs.
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REAL ESTATE
REVIEW
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SUITES, LOWER
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TOWNHOUSES
RICHMOND: Bridgeport area. 1 bdrm ste, suit single. Incls cable, priv entry & shrd laundry. $700/mo. Ns/np. Aval. now. 778-297-4499.
STEVESTON water-view Executive new, bright, 2 bdrm + den, 3 baths, f/p, 7 applis. Alarm, garage, balc., blinds. Nr all amens, $1950/mo. Ns/Np. Ref’s req’d. 604-277-5677
RICHMOND CENTRAL 1 bdrm bsmt suite. Very clean, freshly painted Nr SkyTrain. $750 incl utils. N/S. N/P Avail now. 604-616-7247.
TRANSPORTATION
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SUITES, UPPER
RICHMOND 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, living & kitch, 5 appls, f/p, nr shops, schools, transit. n/s, n/p. $1500 + utils. 604-279-3838 Avail April 1st. STEVESTON, Brand new 2 bdrm, side suite, granite cntr tops, SS appls, $1100 incl utils/cable. Immed. Phone 778-239-7878.
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TRANSPORTATION
RENTALS
RENTALS
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ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
1966 CHEV IMPALA. 283, all match #’s, 1 owner/family, runs exc. $14,000. 604-823-0271, 813-4435
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AUTO FINANCING
TOWNHOUSES
FLEETWOOD. 3 bdrmd + den, 2.5 baths, 3 level, 1500 sq.ft. townhouse. W/D, double garage. No pets/smoking. Nr bus/shops. $1475. 778-892-3244.
✰ RENTAL ✰ ✰ INCENTIVES ✰
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1990 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD, 165K, Air Cared. Very clean. Loaded. $2250 obo 604-589-5950 1993 CHEV LUMINA, 4 dr, f/w, V6, 3.1 eng., 106 km, exc cond, 1 owner, $2,500 obo. (604) 576-6376. 1999 OLDS ALERO, 4 dr auto. Loaded. 138 kms. immac. cond. Private, certified. 604-593-5072. 2002 OLDSMOBILE ALERO, only 84K, clean, auto, Air Cared, $4750 obo. 604-589-5950 2003 FORD MUSTANG GT, convert, V8, 5 L, approx. 45 Km, full load, charcole/black leather, $15,000. Phone (604)302-4989.
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal
CARS - DOMESTIC
Briargate & Paddock Townhouses
1998 HONDA ACCORD, 4 dr, 158K full power options, gold exterior, beige leather interior, $5500. T.K.T. Enterprises LTD. (604)278-4555 2004 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE, auto, 4 dr, fully loaded, s.roof, $8,450 obo. Call 604-836-5931. 2006 HONDA CIVIC 2 door, 5 spd manual, 80K, red, $6000 firm. Call: 604-538-9257. 2009 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, 20,000 Km, burgundy, loaded, warr, fin. OAC. $13,300. 604-308-9624.
2 Bedrm + Den & 3 Bedrms Available
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VEHICLES WANTED
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
Call 604-522-1050 RICHMOND
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 RICHMOND QUEENSGATE GARDENS Conveniently Located
Professionally Managed by Colliers International Call 604-841-2665
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AUTO FINANCING
LOAN PAYMENTS? Get a nice safe reliable used car right now with a used car loan: APPLY www.TheGreatestAutoSale.com WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Last week 22 out of 26 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any Credit. Receive a $500 Gift Card. www.coastlineautocredit.com or 1888-252-8235.
FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
Auto Loans and Vehicles delivered to your door. Free Delivery BC/AB Best rates apply with us first. Always Approved Largest dealer group Apply online autocredit911.com or toll free 1-888-635-9911
2001 22’ Slumber Queen MH. Chev chassi, 90,000 kms. TV, a/c, very clean. $20,500. 604-701-1245 Abbt
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
TRANSPORTATION 847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
2003 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT $8800 o.b.o. Silver, sunroof, p.w. key less entry, 4x4, 604-818-6460.
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TRUCKS & VANS
1995 PROWLER 5TH WHEEL 25.ft, slide out, fully contained, with shed, large deck and holding tank at Lakeview RV site at Nicola Lake in Merrit BC $10,000 Phone (604)826-6256 Bill 2006 FORD F250 super duty diesel, excellent cond, new tires, new brakes, tow pkg. Asking $20,000 Phone (604)826-6256 Bill
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 The Scrapper
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
Richmond, East / New Westminster: 3 storey Townhouses with 5/appls, 2/bath, garage, f/p. From $1440/mo.
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.
TRANSPORTATION
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2000 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Laredo 4L, good cond, New tires, New radiator, Aircare for 2 years asking $5000 (604)826-6256 Bill 2003 HONDA CRV EX, Well maint. auto, A/C, clean, N/S., no acc, 210kms. $11,500. (604)556-7674
Notice is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Marie Stella Royer, deceased, who died on February 14, 2011 are hereby required to send them duly verified to the undersigned at 5327 Cedarview Pl., Sechelt, B.C. V0N 3A2 before April 8, 2011 after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed having regard only to the claims that have been received. G. Royer / G Vallee, Executors
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> Richmond Addiction Services’ RASSle DAZZle fundraiser Art show raises awareness about addiction
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herapeutic works of art adorned the home of Richmond Addiction Services for guests to admire at their RASSle DAZZle fundraiser as part of the city’s Winter Festival of the Arts last Thursday evening.
Around Town Amanda Oye
The inspiration for the night “really came from Luis,” said Rick Dubras, the executive director of RASS. Luis Lopa, the featured artist, grew up in Richmond and now volunteers with RASS. The crowd of around 25 people, which included Mayor Malcolm Brodie and MLA Rob Howard, wasn’t as big as what RASS had hoped it would be, but Dubras still considers the event successful. The fundraiser was designed not only to raise money but also to raise awareness. “We really wanted to make sure that Richmond Addiction Services was accessing all parts of Richmond,” he said. This was their first art show, but it won’t be their last. “We’ll want to do it bigger and better,” said Dubras. Throughout the event guests snacked on food and drinks donated by Save-On-Foods and Starbucks, and cake, which was donated by Anna’s Cakehouse. Expressive art therapist Liza D’Aguilar gave a speech about the connection between art and addiction. Amanda Oye covers the social scene for The Review. Reach her at amanda.oye@telus.net.
From Richmond Addiction Services, volunteer Vicky Dabbs, executive director Rick Dubras and members of their prevention team Jaclyn Chang and Susan Match.
Mark Stenson.
Catherine Butler from The Information Refinery and Kelina Kwan, her business partner and the president of Volunteer B.C.
Expressive art therapist Liza D’Aguilar.
The artist Luis Lopa in front of his painting titled “Trepidation.”
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uzuki’s Kizashi translates from Japanese to “something great is coming.” Now I realize that all car companies—and especially their marketing departments—consider any new model “great” (as we do our own children), but that aside, I will say that the Kizashi is a bold and welcome departure from the stout, but otherwise ordinary looking vehicles that span the Suzuki lineup. The exterior appears more European than Japanese, reminiscent of a previous generation Jetta, but a bit more athletic. The Kizashi’s low, aggressive stance is complemented by protruding wheel arches over big 18-inch alloys. Among mid-sized cars, which today have bloated to nearly fullsize proportions, the Kizashi is a welterweight, somewhere between Corolla and Camry or Civic and Accord. As you’d expect, interior space is a little tighter than the mid-size offerings from Toyota and Honda, not to mention Mazda6 and Subaru Legacy. But it still works well for those of us less than six feet tall. And in front, there’s ample room for taller folk.
Trunk space is also a little less commodious, with only 378 litres versus 425 for Camry and 397 for Accord. Still there’s more than adequate room for a weekend’s worth of luggage, and four tie-downs help keep everything in place. When the Kizashi originally launched, it came only one way: fully loaded with all-wheel drive. Its long list of standard equipment was one of the vehicle’s “key selling attributes” and included such premium fittings as perforated leather-trimmed seats with heating in front and 10-way power adjust for the driver, along with three-position driver memory. Other standard features include dual-zone automatic climate control with micron air filter; Rockford-Fosgate AM/FM/CD/ MP3 audio system with USB input, speed-sensing volume, steering wheel controls, nine-speakers (plus subwoofer) and Bluetooth; tilt and telescopic steering wheel; rear parking sensors; power glass sunroof and rain sensing wipers. The Kizashi SX AWD at $30,495 comes similarly equipped to its other AWD competitor, the Legacy 2.5i Limited (MSRP $31,995)—right down to the upholstery, seat settings and audio system. Even their powertrains are comparable in terms of power (with a slight horsepower advantage to Suzuki) and
Suzuki Kizashi SX AWD 2011 at a glance: BODY STYLE: mid-size sedan DRIVE METHOD: front-engine, all-wheel-drive ENGINE: 2.4 litre DOHC, 16-valve four-cylinder (180 hp; 170 lb/ft of torque) FUEL ECONOMY: 9.3/6.8 L/100 km 30/42 mpg (city/highway) PRICE: $30,495 (not including freight and taxes)
The 2011 Kizashi (SX AWD shown) has trimmer proportions than most mid-size contenders, but offers a premium look, along with content that you wouldn’t expect in a car for around $30,000.
both get similar transmissions. The Kizashi does, however, enjoy a couple of perks, like 18-inch instead of 17-inch alloys and the previously mentioned dual exhaust finishers instead of a single stainless steel tip. On the other hand, the Legacy provides more room for passengers and cargo. Still, I like Kizashi’s trimmer proportions, which contribute to its superb agility and handling. That, along with a rigid unibody,
a MacPherson strut and multi link front/rear suspension, Daimler’s electronic stability program (ESP) and Suzuki’s sophisticated i-AWD system makes it all work. I’ve had the opportunity to track test this vehicle back-to-back with its major competitors and found only the more expensive Acura TSX could keep up with it in the turns. But on straight road, the Kizashi’s powerplant could use a little more oomph. This 2.4 litre DOHC, 16-valve four-cylinder provides 180
hp and 170 lb/ft of torque. And it’s mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT), not quite what I’d expect in a sports sedan. Only the front-wheel-drive Kizashi Sport gets a manual transmission. If you want all-wheel-drive, you’re stuck with the CVT. I’ve previously noted that a V6 or a turbo option would really make this car, but was reminded that the Kizashi was not about raw horsepower. If you want that kind of car, a base Camaro, Mustang or Challenger will get you from zero to 100 km/h more quickly. The Kizashi is more about finesse. Be it the crisp, precise handling, quiet cabin, tight seams, high quality materials and finishes—and doors that close with a satisfying “thunk”—this Suzuki gives the impression of a premium vehicle.
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Ford gets its compact car in Focus by Jim Robinson Special to Black Press
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he people at Ford knew going in that a 2001 Ford Focus was one of the worst cars I ever owned. I bought it from my father-in-law as a daily driver with just 19,000 kilometres on it. After just 20,000 more km and about a dozen technical service bulletins (recalls), I dumped it for $4,500 as part of a trade in on a 2006 Japanese car. The 2001 Focus always stumped me because, on paper, it was so good. A European Car of the Year and North American Car of Year in 2000, I never really could figure out what went wrong. I think it took Ford by surprise too, because they poured in buckets of money and engineering to turn things around. As a result, the second generation Focus was much improved with production moved to the U.S. with a very serious eye on quality control. Nonetheless there was a real difference between the one built
on this side of the pond and the one sold in Europe which was based on the Mazda3. That fragmentation is over now. As part of the “new” Ford strategy of “One World” cars, we will get the same 2012 Focus available around the globe. The compact car segment where the Focus competes is the largest in Canada, but there has been a fundamental change in what buyers want. What they want is style. Sure good mileage and reliability are strong motivators, but the days of “bland is best” are gone and that’s where Moray Callum comes in. He is a longtime acquaintance who keeps coming up with fresh new designs. As head of Ford styling for the Americas, Callum has introduced what he calls “kinetic design” on the new Focus. He describes it as starting with a striking front end with a very pronounced beltline running from just behind the front wheel well to the rear making it look taut and fun to drive. But there is more to it than that. The new Ford de-
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FORD FOCUS 2012 AT A GLANCE BODY STYLE: Compact four-door sedan, five-door hatchback. DRIVE METHOD: front-engine, front-wheel drive. ENGINE: 2.0-litre, inline four cylinder (160 hp, 146 lb/ft). FUEL ECONOMY: NA TOW RATING: NA PRICE: S four-door Sedan, $15,999; SE four-door Sedan, $18,999; SE five-door Hatch, $19,899; SEL four- door Sedan, $21,499; SEL five-door door Hatch, $22,399; Titanium four-door Sedan, $24,499; Titanium, five-door Hatch, $25,099, Destination and Delivery, $1,450.
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It’s what you call a win-win. The 2012 Focus is powered by a gasoline direct injection inline, four-cylinder engine producing 160 horsepower and 146 lb/ft of torque. This engine is a great advance over what has gone before. For instance the 2.0-litre fourcylinder used in my 2001 Focus made 135 hp and 130 lb/ft of torque. More to the point the 2.0-litre used in the 1993-1997 Ford Probe mustered only 118 hp.
Fuel consumption ratings are still being Ford has positioned the Focus to cover the price gamut of most of the compact car segment. Starting prices by model are: S four-door Sedan, $15,999; SE four-door Sedan, $18,999; SE fivedoor Hatch, $19,899; SEL four- door Sedan, $21,499; SEL five-door door Hatch, $22,399; Titanium four-door Sedan, $24,499; Titanium, five-door Hatch, $25,099, Destination and Delivery, $1,450.
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How to keep your car on the road longer A little maintenance goes a long way
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any motorists bemoan the myriad costs associated with owning a vehicle. As any vehicle owner
knows, that sticker price is only the beginning. The cost of maintaining a vehicle and keeping it on the road is not exactly small potatoes. As the economy be-
gins to rebound, a significant percentage of motorists have resolved to keep their vehicles on the road longer in an effort to stretch their automobile dollars. That’s a sound resolution, and one that is not necessarily difficult to accomplish. Contrary to popular belief, cars are built to last, and it’s often a vehicle owner’s poor habits that reduce a car’s life expectancy as opposed to the vehicle manufacturer’s shoddy product. Drivers looking to lengthen their vehicle’s lifespan can employ preventive maintenance that should keep a car running strong for years to come. Air filter: When examining the vehicle’s air filter (check the vehicle manual for location), look for dirt or dust buildup. If the filter is filthy, simply replace it. Auto parts stores sell air filters, and most drivers shouldn’t have trouble replacing a filter by themselves. A dirty air filter can negatively effect fuel economy and make it seem as though a vehicle is constantly going uphill in a stiff wind. When a dirty air filter is replaced, drivers will notice an instant impact in how the car drives and are likely to save a few dollars at the filling station as well. Belts and hoses: Issues with belts or hoses are often recognizable to the naked eye, regardless of a driver’s automotive skill. A hose in poor condition can appear bulging or brittle, and should not feel too soft
Vehicle owners who practice easy, routine maintenance can often add years to their vehicle’s life.
or too hard. If a hose exhibits any of these symptoms, replace it. A belt that’s worn or frayed should also be replaced. Brake fluid: One of the more expensive repair jobs on a vehicle is to replace the brakes. Brakes will need to be replaced over the course of a vehicle’s lifespan, but drivers should routinely check the vehicle’s brake fluid. Without sufficient brake fluid, the brakes’ lifespan decreases dramatically. Checking the brake fluid is easy, simply look in the owner’s manual to find brake fluid reservoir and remove the lid (some vehicles might require the lid be unscrewed). The reservoir will likely have instructions on
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the vehicle’s emissions. In addition, inspect the muffler and exhaust pipe for holes, particularly after winter, when debris from snow trucks may do significant damage. Replace any damaged or rusted parts. Power steering: Power steering fluid should also be inspected on a monthly basis. Checking power steering is the same as checking the oil, but it helps to also inspect the pump for any leaks. Tires: Keeping tires properly inflated pays numerous dividends. Properly inflated tires make it easier for the engine to operate, lowering fuel costs while also decreasing wear and tear on the engine. The owner’s manual should list a recommended tire pressure, and the local filling station likely has an air pump. Maintaining tires also involves checking for wear and tear. Uneven wear could indicate the tires are misaligned. Discuss this with your mechanic. Transmission fluid: When checking transmission fluid, do so while the car is running and after the engine has warmed up. Always be certain to put the parking brake on when checking transmission fluid. If the vehicle needs transmission fluid, add the recommended fluid but be careful not to overfill. Prolonging a vehicle’s lifespan is not as difficult as it sounds. Oftentimes, all it takes is minor, yet routine, maintenance to keep a car on the road for years and years.
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Breakdown of your property tax bill
20¢
Fire-Rescue
2% Other* 8% TransLink 10% Metro Vancouver
6¢
Parks maintenance
6¢
Recreation
6¢
Roads
46% Municipal
How your municipal property tax dollars are spent
5¢
Information Technology
5¢
Transfer to reserves
5¢
Project Dev. and Facility Management 4¢
Richmond Public Library
4¢
Community Services 3¢
Corporate Services
3¢
Engineering
3¢
Planning and Development
3¢
Community recreation centres
*Other includes BC Assessment, Sewer debt and Municipal Finance Authority (MFA) charges
2¢
Fiscal expenditures
The graphs above show where your tax dollars go. On the left, the pie chart shows that less than half of the property taxes you pay actually go to the City of Richmond. The rest goes to other agencies such as the Schoold District (Province of BC) TransLink and the Metro Vancouver regional district. The chart on the right shows how each tax dollar is spent. The biggest share goes to police and fire services, on which the City spends 37 cents of every tax dollar.
2¢
Storm drainage
2¢
Corporate Administration
2¢
Law, Emergency and Bylaws
2¢
Business and Financial Services
At your service
Follow the money trail The average Canadian household spends 42 per cent of their average income on taxes, of which four per cent goes to property taxes. Of that, less than half goes to your local government. When your property tax bill arrives this spring, take a close look at where the money goes. You will see the property taxes you pay are split among several organizations. Less than half of your property tax bill goes to the City. The other half goes to organizations like the Province of BC to fund schools, TransLink for public transit and transportation service, the Metro Vancouver regional district and other organizations. These amounts are outside of the City’s control. Those organizations determine the amount they need and provide the tax rates to the City to collect on their behalf. Unlike other governments, which rely on a variety of levies from income to sales taxes, local governments rely primarily on property taxes and utility fees to fund their budgets. And unlike senior governments, Richmond and other municipalities are forbidden from running a deficit. Thus, the portion of property taxes raised by the City each year is based on the amount of revenues it needs to end up with a balanced budget with no deficit. Richmond’s 2011 City Budget
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Police 17¢
34% School (Province of BC)
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5 Year Financial Plan
Assessing the impact 2011 Operating Budget
Homeowners often wonder how their property assessment impacts their property taxes. Each year, City Council determines how much money it requires to support the City’s programs and services. Then, non-tax revenues, such as the estimated income from building permits, business licences, parking revenues and other sources are subtracted. This determines the overall tax levy to be collected and the property tax increase required to balance the budget. Changes in property values don’t change the overall amount raised by taxes. This means the City won’t get extra revenue simply because your property value goes up. Instead, tax rates are adjusted to generate the amount of net revenue needed to run the City’s programs and services. An individual’s property tax charge will vary depending on whether that property’s assessment, as provided by BC Assessment, was higher or lower than the average overall increase in assessment values for the City.
Richmond City Council has approved its 2011 operating budget with an average property tax increase of 2.95 per cent. The average overall increase in residential assessments in Richmond for 2011 was 17 per cent. For those properties in line with the average assessment increase, the municipal portion of taxes (less than half the total tax bill) will increase by 2.95 per cent or about $40. However, if the property assessment increase is higher than the overall average, then the tax increase will be more than $40. If the property assessment increase is less than that overall average, then the increase will be less than $40 and in some cases may be less than the previous year’s taxes. The 2011 budget is primarily focused on maintaining civic services at existing levels, while limiting the tax increase as much as possible. 4
Each year, City Council adopts a new 5 Year Financial Plan prior to the final adoption of the annual Property Tax Bylaw. The 5 Year Financial Plan details how the City plans to manage its resources, revenues and expenditures in order to best serve the community. The proposed 5 Year Financial Plan (2011-2015) Bylaw 8707 is currently available in PDF format on the City website at www.richmond.ca or is available for viewing at Richmond City Hall. The City is required by the Community Charter to undertake a process of public consultation before the bylaw is adopted by Council and to this end please submit your feedback via email to finance@richmond.ca or deliver to the Finance Division, Richmond City Hall, 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, V6Y 2C1, by March 31, 2011 Public delegations at the Council Meeting are also permitted with regard to this bylaw. It is anticipated that the 5 Year Financial Plan will be considered by Council for adoption at the Regular Council Meeting of April 11, 2011 at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall.
This document was written, designed and illustrated entirely by City staff.
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Contents A day in the life ................................................ 2 “We don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children” ..................................... 2 An active, healthy and livable city................................................... 3 Safety in numbers ........................................... 3 Follow the money trail ................................. 4 Assessing the impact..................................... 4 2011 Operating Budget .............................. 4 5 Year Financial Plan...................................... 4 Breakdown of your property tax bill................................................. 4 How your municipal property tax dollars are spent ...................................... 4
Think of the City of Richmond like a smart phone. Like to go for a skate? How about a walk along the riverside? Want to catch a great play at the theatre? Toss a ball in the park with the kids? Borrow a library book? There’s an app for that. Take a look below at some of the many services provided by the City of Richmond:
General public services
flood protection, engineering, transportation, economic development, major projects, development applications, land use and social planning.
Community centres, libraries, parks and trails, recreation, arenas, aquatic centres, sports fields, arts, cultural and heritage services, seniors, youth and diversity services, customer service, sustainability services, social services business support services, Gateway Theatre, Richmond Art Gallery, Richmond Museum, Richmond Arts Centre, Richmond Olympic Oval, City of Richmond Archives and the City Clerk’s Office.
Other services Administration, sport hosting, film and events office, strategic management, business licensing, corporate services, communications, production centre, human resources, information technology, finance, real estate services, legal services, fleet, warehousing and facilities maintenance. The City of Richmond is committed to providing an outstanding level of service and significant value for your tax dollars. This special feature provides an overview of some of the many services that are funded, in part, by your property taxes. It’s a diverse list of services and there’s a lot more to tell than we could fit in these pages. To find out more about your City services visit www.richmond.ca or drop by our Customer Service Centre at Richmond City Hall.
Public safety services Police and fire protection, environmental protection, emergency preparedness, community bylaws, traffic lights, street lights, crosswalks, building approvals and vehicle for hire inspections.
Public works and planning services Water, sewer, dikes and drainage services, garbage removal, recycling, litter pick-up, road and bridge construction and maintenance, snow removal, bicycling lanes and paths, Richmond’s 2011 City Budget
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A day in the life Local governments are on the frontline providing public services. The City of Richmond provides an incredibly diverse array of services that most residents use on a daily basis, including some services right in your own home.
Imagine an ordinary day in your life . . . The alarm clock goes off and you wake up ready to face the day. First stop: the bathroom for a quick shower and to use the toilet. You’ve already used two City services (water and sewer) and you aren’t even dressed! After a quick breakfast, you rush out the door, taking the garbage and recycling to the curb as the City-hired contractors will be by to pick it up later in the day. Once that’s done, you back the car out of the garage and pull onto a City street. You drive down to the end of the block and the traffic light is red, so you stop for the school kids at the crosswalk. Keeping up with those New Year’s resolutions, you drop by the local community centre for an early morning workout in the fitness centre. Back on the road again, you’re feeling lucky. The radio is reporting that Richmond Fire-Rescue is first on scene responding to an accident
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at Gilbert Road and Westminster Highway. Whew, you just passed that intersection five minutes ago. The weather report is calling for a major storm tonight: unusually high tides and a record rainfall that is expected to cause flooding in some low-lying areas around the region. Fortunately, Richmond has extensive networks of dikes, pump stations and storm water drainage to prevent any major flooding here. After a busy day at the office, you head home. But only for a moment. You call the kids in for dinner from the playground in the park across the street. Over dinner the kids tell you about the personal safety tips they got from the Richmond RCMP School Liaison Officer who visited their class today. After dinner, your second job begins: driving the kids. Your daughter has hockey practise at the City-run Minoru Arenas and your son is taking swimming lessons at Minoru Aquatic Centre. While they exercise, you whip into the Richmond Public Library to borrow a good book— you’ll likely be too tired for anything else by the time you get home. Your partner is feeling more energetic, though, and has signed up for a pottery class at the Richmond Arts Centre. Finally, you get home. You kick off your shoes, put your feet up and pick up the community newspaper. It seems there’s a special deal on family passes at the Richmond Olympic Oval. With a membership, you get access to the fitness centre, drop-in fitness classes, free public skating, drop-in basketball on the courts, running on the indoor track and…well, we’ve lost count. Okay, so maybe we laid it on a little thick. But was it really that far away from an average day in your life?
Now consider the cost of all those services and more. For a few dollars a day, residents get access to clean drinking water, a safe community, a well-maintained infrastructure of roads, sewers, dikes and drainage, parks, recreation facilities and a whole lot more. We understand that doesn’t make it any easier to pay your bills, including your taxes. We’re taxpayers too. That’s why we’re committed to continue to ensure that we provide you with the best possible value for every dollar we spend.
“We don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children” Your 2011 utility bill is a lot more than it seems. On the surface it represents the cost of providing some basic City services: water, sewer, waste removal and disposal, recycling and others. But our civic utilities also play a critical role in protecting our environment and preserving community wellness. Our drinking water comes from three reservoirs in the North Shore
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mountains. The region, including Richmond, is investing billions of dollars in improving the treatment of our drinking water. This will make the water from our taps among the safest drinking water in the world. On top of the regional water network, the City maintains its own network of approximately 620 kilometres of water pipe. You can help out both the environment and your wallet by participating in City programs designed to help reduce water consumption. This includes purchasing rain water barrels through the City’s Recycling Depot, investing in low flow showerheads and similar devices, or purchasing low flush toilets and receiving a City rebate. If you are part of the City’s voluntary water metering program, you will also save on your utility bill by reducing your water consumption. Billions of dollars are also being spent on upgrading our regional sewage disposal system. This investment is critical in reducing the impact of sewage disposal on the environment, particularly within the sensitive Fraser River estuary. This will also ensure regional sewage disposal meets federal environment standards. You can also help protect our environment by reducing the amount you throw away. Garbage landfills have a huge negative impact on the environment. To reduce its reliance on landfills, Richmond has joined a regional plan that aims to divert 70 per cent of our waste from landfills into recycling and composting programs by 2015 and 80 per cent by 2020. To help residents reduce their waste further, the City introduced the Green Can program to divert kitchen food scraps from garbage. Food scraps represent approximately 30 per cent of household garbage. The City has also added fluorescent lamps, lights and tubes to our range of materials accepted at the Recycling Depot. For a list of materials accepted at the Recycling Depot, visit www.richmond.ca/recycle.
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An active, healthy and livable city With a growing population, Richmond still manages to find balance between urban and rural living. A short distance from the high rises and bustling shops and restaurants, residents can visit farms and purchase locally grown blueberries, corn and other produce. About half of Richmond remains as open space, including farms, parks, green space and other open areas. This balance between city and rural living is what makes Richmond a unique community that hasn’t forgotten its roots while expanding for the future. Adding to the vibrancy of the community is the 1,500 acres of parks/open space and more than 80 kilometres of trails, cycling routes and walkways. The City’s park system has over 90 parks, ranging in size from less than an acre to over 100 acres and encompasses all sorts of uses from sports fields and facilities to trails, picnic areas and decorative and community gardens to off-leash dog areas. The City’s larger parks reflect Richmond’s diversity ranging from Richmond Nature Park and Terra Nova Natural Area, which preserve and protect natural habitats, to busy, bustling Minoru Park, home to numerous
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indoor and outdoor sport, recreation and cultural facilities and services, to Garden City Park, with its innovative and award-winning children’s play area. In 2009, construction began on the Middle Arm Waterfront Greenway which will be Richmond’s newest urban park linking the Fraser River waterfront to Richmond’s city centre. As well, Hugh Boyd Park, already home to North America’s largest artifical turf playing field surface, was upgraded to include a new accessible play area for children and a unique seniors’ outdoor fitness circuit. Richmond residents also have eight community centres, four aquatic facilities (two indoor and two outdoor seasonal), three arenas (with 10 ice sheets) and a multitude of playgrounds and sports fields to meet with friends and take part in physical fitness activities. Whether it’s practicing your golf swing at West Richmond Pitch and Putt, cooling down in the Steveston Water Park or playing in the dirt at a playground designed by children for children at Garden City Park, there is something for everyone. Throughout the year, Richmond’s sports fields, community centres, pools and arenas are well used by local and regional sports teams, recreational leagues and residents looking for opportunities to stay healthy.
Safety in numbers Living in a safe and secure community is a primary concern for many Richmond residents. It’s also a high priority for Council and represents the biggest portion of the City’s operating budget with 37 cents of every municipal tax dollar going to fund our police and fire services. Prevention, preparedness and response are the key components of our public safety service delivery. They work on the underlying principle that safety is everyone’s responsibility. The City’s primary public safety providers are the RCMP, Richmond Fire-Rescue, Emergency Preparedness and Community Bylaws. These providers work in partnership with other City departments as well as local and provincial agencies to identify needs and provide services in Richmond. Richmond Fire-Rescue employs over 200 fire personnel who work out of seven fire halls. While fighting fires is important, the bulk of the more than 9,000 incidents responded to by Richmond Fire-Rescue each year are motor vehicle accidents and other medical emergencies. In addition to fire suppression, Richmond Fire-Rescue also delivers a variety of community education and fire prevention programs including
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business inspections, home safety inspections, infant car seat checks, protecting your business, carbon monoxide safety and school fire safety education visits. A new Steveston fire hall will open in 2011, complimenting new fire halls in Sea Island and Hamilton and the Crestwood Fire Hall, which went through a major refurbishment last year. The City is continuing to upgrade all of its public safety buildings to ensure they meet the changing needs of the community as well as being capable of surviving a major earthquake. The Richmond Detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police is the third largest RCMP detachment in Canada with a complement of 201 regular members. Recognized for its commitments to the concepts of crime prevention and community policing, the detachment has a bicycle squad and two community police stations located in the areas of Steveston and South Arm. Work is now underway on the RCMP’s new state of the art headquarters on No. 5 Road, which they will move into in 2012.
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