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Junk makes for costly dump Culprits putting dent in charity thrift store budget

Knife fight killed Warland, court hears Page 3

by Christine Lyon Staff Reporter

Aberdeen sales hot Page 5 Eldorado plays Richmond Cultural Centre Saturday night as part of Cherelle Jardine’s Musical Expressions series.

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The two recruited three more musicians to form the ﬁve-piece alt-country ensemble Eldorado. The band mates all hail from wide open spaces and, inﬂuenced by old-style country artists Johnny Cash and Hank Williams, have

developed a unique brand of modern country music for the urban stage. Eldorado kicks off Cherelle Jardine’s Musical Expressions fall series with a performance Saturday night at the Richmond Cultural Centre. See story, Page 14.

Dumping unwanted junk outside the Richmond Family Place thrift store costs the organization hundreds of dollars each month and diverts money away from family support programs, staff say. Despite several signs taped to the donation drop-off bins at 8660 Ash St. stating what items are not accepted, thrift store co-ordinator Darlene Hudson arrives at work every Monday morning to ﬁnd a brand new load of unusable junk. “I dread driving in the driveway on Monday morning, I just dread it,” said Hudson. On Tuesday the family centre paid $235 plus tax to have a refuse removal company haul away several rain-soaked mattresses and pieces of broken furniture that were dumped over the weekend. Hudson has to call for garbage pickup at least once a month, more frequently in the summer after unsuccessful neighbourhood yard sales. Each pickup runs upwards of $140 per load. See Page 3

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Top transit cop fired by Jeff Nagel Christine Lyon photo Darlene Hudson, thrift store co-ordinator at Richmond Family Place, surveys the fresh pile of junk on Tuesday.

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For the small volunteer-run thrift store that brings in about $80 a day, the cost of tidying the property is high. Proceeds from thrift store sales go directly to the non-proﬁt family centre to help fund low-cost family programs like drop-in play, parenting and children’s programs, family support, and resources and referrals. “It certainly makes a huge dent in our budget and what we can provide for the children,” Hudson said. Signs typed in capital letters with multiple exclamation points clearly state that dumping is illegal and only items that ﬁt inside the donation box are ac-

ceptable. The pint-sized thrift store is no bigger than a double-car garage and can’t accommodate large items. Hudson stresses the store does not accept baby equipment for liability reasons, nor does it take sharp items, computer equipment, large appliances, beds and other soiled or foul smelling things. Not only are these items a cost burden to remove, but the accumulated piles of debris have prompted neighbours to complain. Abandoned mattresses are the most costly items to dispose of—more than four are subject to a burial charge. “It doesn’t matter whether you’re in

need or not, it’s not fair to anybody to expect them to use a dirty mattress,” said Peta Williams, office co-ordinator at Richmond Family Place. She said broken items are equally as useless. “We don’t have people who are able to spend time fixing broken items,” Williams said. The thrift store has even posted signs telling people where they can safely dispose of TVs, computers and other e-waste items, but staff still find old electronics littering the ground beside the bins. Dangerous and unsanitary goods are common too. Hudson has found car

batteries, cleaning liquids, knives, used underwear and an old soiled toilet. The dumpers are rarely caught since most unwanted items are abandoned at night or over the weekend when the centre is closed. Hudson has many theories as to why people dump: they might be lazy, unwilling to pay for refuse removal, or they might just not realize their donated items are undesirable. The thrift store still happily takes donations that ﬁt in the drop boxes. Clean clothing, kitchen items, small countertop appliances, bedding, linens, dishes, toys and books are all acceptable.

Warland died of stab wound to the head Joshua Berner, charged with second-degree murder, also wounded, according to testimony by Todd Coyne

murder. Called by the Crown as an Staff Reporter expert witness, Lee took the A nine-centimetre stab jury through a series of police wound to the head killed photographs documenting 23-year-old Richmond resi- Warland’s injuries including dent and father Benjamin the nine-centimetre-deep Warland, according to tes- stab wound to his left temple timony in B.C. Suwhich Lee said penepreme Court Montrated to the centre of day. his brain and cut both In a Feb. 1, 2009, his left and right carotaltercation with id arteries—the main Joshua Berner, 26, suppliers of blood to of Richmond, and the brain. a friend of Berner’s “His death was a who is not facing combination of blood charges, Warland loss and irritation to WARLAND suffered multiple the brain stem,” Lee stab wounds but told the court, saying only one which could have that pressure from internal contributed to his death, Car- bleeding can disrupt the brain ol Lee, a forensic pathologist stem’s control of breathing at Vancouver General Hospi- and heart function. tal told the court. Although the details about It isn’t clear who the knife what led up to the fatal belonged to. stabbing differ between the Berner has pled not guilty Crown and Berner’s defence, to a charge of second-degree both sides agreed to a se-

ries of admissions about the early-morning altercation. Among those admissions of fact were that at 1:51 a.m. on Feb. 1, Richmond RCMP Const. Claudio Maurizio discovered a severely injured Warland on the front lawn of a home in the 11000 block of Cambie Road near Dallyn Road. Also agreed upon were the facts that both Warland and Berner had been drinking that evening and that Warland’s DNA was discovered on Berner’s hands and on his friend’s face. The court also heard Monday from Katie Minshull, a friend of Berner’s who said she drove him to the hospital that morning with an apparent stab wound to his thigh. She testiﬁed that shortly after midnight on Feb. 1, she woke up to a phone call from her friend, whom Berner lived

with, asking her to drive them to the hospital because Berner had “something sticking out of his leg,” she said. Minshull allegedly arrived at Berner’s house on Daniels Road and found him sitting on an overturned recycling bin with what she described as “fat and muscle” protruding from a wound on his inner thigh. Describing him as pale, cold, sweating and apparently in shock, Minshull said she gave Berner a hug and asked him what had happened. “He said that he didn’t want me to know,” Minshull told the court. She testiﬁed that Berner refused to go to Richmond Hospital, agreeing instead to go to St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver at her suggestion. Minshull said that, with the help of her friend, she put Berner into the back of her

car and the three drove to St. Paul’s. After dropping Berner off at St. Paul’s emergency room, Minshull testified that she was driving back to Berner’s house to drop off her friend shortly after 2 a.m., but finding the residence surrounded by police, she drove past the Daniels Road intersection, letting her friend out around the corner and out of sight of the police instead. “I didn’t want to have to talk to any cops,” Minshull told the court. “Because I wanted to go home and go to sleep.” Minshull testified that she awoke the next morning to police at her door who had come to seize her vehicle as evidence in Warland’s murder. The Crown rested its case following Minshull’s testimony Monday. The trial continues in Vancouver.

Black Press Transit Police Chief Ward Clapham has been fired because his bosses weren’t happy with his management style. The police board that governs Metro Vancouver’s Transit Police opted to remove Clapham, but not for cause or out of any impropriety or issue of conduct. Clapham was superintendent of Richmond RCMP from 2001 to 2008. The decision is being described as one aimed to bring a different management philosophy at the top of the service. Clapham had been in the job since summer of 2008, through the critical period of stickhandling transit security during the 2010 Winter Olympics. “I joined the Transit Police two years ago and I am extremely proud of what my team accomplished in that time,” Clapham said in a written statement. “I know I have done the right thing and represented the interests of the community. I am confident in the fullness of time this will be recognized.” Clapham had a 28-year service record as a Mountie as well as an associate degree in criminology. Clapham came aboard pledging to bring innovative new community-based policing approaches to the transit force. He spearheaded initiatives to make patrols more visible and increase security around transit stations, adding bike patrols and bomb-sniffing dogs. At the police board’s request, TransLink terminated Clapham’s contract and representatives of the public safety ministry also had to consent to the withdrawal of his appointment. Deputy Chief George Beattie has been appointed acting chief.

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Future retail, office space already 90-per-cent sold by Christine Lyon Staff Reporter A major expansion of Aberdeen Centre isn’t scheduled for completion until 2013, but the 160,000 square feet of future retail and office space is almost completely sold out. Real estate sales for the new development, dubbed Aberdeen Square, launched Sept. 18 and more than 75 per cent of the space was snatched up after the first weekend. As of Tuesday, nearly 90 per cent was sold. “To be able to do 90 per cent in only nine days is like a miracle,” said Cecilia Tse, vice-president Asia-Pacific of Colliers International. She is confident the rest will sell out in no time. Fairchild Developments Ltd. plans to build a six-storey, 237,423-square-foot addition between the Asian-themed shopping mecca and the Canada Line’s

Aberdeen Station. An enclosed pedestrian bridge will link the northbound platform of the station to the mall. Aberdeen Square, at 4000 No. 3 Rd., will house a restaurant, parking stalls, 100,000 square feet of retail space on the first three floors and 60,000 square feet of office space up top.

“Asian culture embraces strata.” - Cecilia Tse City council approved a development permit last November. The architect Bing Thom also designed the original three-level mall, which has 400,000 square feet and a residential tower. Fairchild chairman Thomas Fung said in a statement: “Our expansion and unique strata ownership opportunities will allow more commercial interests to prosper.”

Tse said this might be the quickest sale of a strata commercial building she has ever seen. “Asian culture embraces strata,” Tse said. Most buyers have been Asian, located both in Metro Vancouver and China. Tse attributed the property’s popularity to its proximity to transit and association with a well-established shopping centre. “The most important thing I would think is the location,” she said, adding Aberdeen Square will be the ﬁrst commercial building in Richmond connected to the Canada Line, acting as a “front door” to Aberdeen Centre. About 30 per cent of the buyers have decided what they will use the space for. A hair salon and several fashion retailers are among the future businesses, Tse said. But the bulk of the purchases were investments and those buyers told Tse they plan to either lease out the space or start their own business.

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Richmond Community Foundation (RCF) Salutes Volunteer Richmond Information Services (VRIS) who continue to do an outstanding job of assisting many organizations throughout our community of Richmond. RCF is proud to manage and invest the Christmas Fund for Volunteer Richmond. We would like to remind everyone that it is never too early to contribute to this very important fund. It is easy to do. Simply make a donation to Volunteer Richmond, or to the Richmond Community Foundation.

Councillors to vote on four-year terms by Tom Fletcher Black Press Municipal politicians are gathering in Whistler to decide whether to extend their term of ofﬁce to four years. The B.C. government would have to amend the Local Government Act to extend the terms of councillors

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Depression, anxiety screening day Oct. 7

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A day of screening and education for anxiety and depression takes place Oct. 7 at the Richmond Cultural Centre. Health professionals invite guests to discover how to take small steps to reduce anxiety, deal with depression and get muchneeded sleep. The free event, aimed at seniors and older adults, runs from noon to 3:30 p.m. at 7700 Minoru Gate. Guest speakers include Dr. Susan Biali, an internationally recognized wellness expert and life coach; psychologist Dr. Adrienne Wang, who will explain the steps you can take to reduce anxiety in your life; and Dr. Neetu Dhiman, a naturopathic doctor who will talk about improving sleep naturally. Displays are open from noon to 1 p.m.; speaker presentations take place from 1 to 3 p.m. To register visit the Minoru Place Activity Centre or call 604-718-8450 and quote course No. 86207. Space is limited; priority given to those ages 55 and up.

Contributor An alleged assault at a Richmond auto shop has led police to $12,000 worth of stolen high chairs, baby strollers and a stolen motorcycle. In a press release Tuesday, Richmond RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Sherrdean Turley said police received a report that a man had been struck over the head with a pipe outside a shop in the 11000 block of River Road on Aug. 30. The victim, a 31-year-old Seattle man, had apparently returned to the shop to complain about some work that had been done there on his wifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vehicle, when the man hit him with the pipe and ďŹ&#x201A;ed the scene before police could arrive. The victim was treated for minor injuries at the scene and released. The RCMPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property crimes division obtained a search warrant for the business on Sept. 21 in an effort to locate the weapon used in the assault. Though no weapon was located, to their surprise police did recover $12,000 worth of childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high chairs and baby strollers which had been stolen from a nearby business the night before. In addition to the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s items, police also discovered a stolen motorcycle and found the suspect at the scene and arrested him. Robin Pryce, 40, of Burnaby, is well-known to police and has been charged with assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm and two counts of breach of recognizance. Pryce was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on Oct. 19. The Richmond RCMPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s investigation into the stolen property is still ongoing.

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Michael Berrett is the founder of Utahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center for Change, an inďŹ&#x201A;uential treatment centre for people with eating disorders. Jenni Schaefer is an author whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chronicled her own recovery from an eating disorder.

Eating disorder experts raise proďŹ le of mental illness Seminar, workshop and film screening all part of a special Mental Health Week in Richmond by Todd Coyne Contributor Eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia are the most deadly mental illnesses in existence, with anorexia taking the lives of 10 per cent of its sufferers within 10 years of developing the illness. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just one of many little-known facts that the Richmond Eating Disorders Program would like to spread about this growing epidemic in Canada with its own Mental Health Week beginning on Oct. 16. And theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re bringing in some big names from the ďŹ elds of eating-disorder treatment to help ďŹ ght the battle. Jenni Schaefer, a preeminent American author on eating disorders and a recovered eatingdisorder sufferer, and Michael Berrett, founder of the Center for Change in Utah, will be giving talks to beneďŹ t the Richmond Eating Disorders Program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jenni is the author for eating disorders,â&#x20AC;? said Liz McKenna, the coordinator of the Richmond Eating Disorders Program and organizer

of the weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fundraising events. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She talks a lot about the analogy Ed, for Eating Disorders, saying, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Ed does this and Ed does that,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and I use that in my clinical work all the time.â&#x20AC;? The ďŹ rst seminar will be held 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, at the Executive Inn in Burnaby and will feature an all-size fashion show fundraiser and silent auction following the special guest speakers. On Monday, Oct. 18, from 9 a.m. to noon, Schaefer and Berrett will also give a clinicianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workshop geared towards health-care professionals at Richmond Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ralph Fisher Auditorium. Both Schaefer and Berrett have appeared on the popular Dr. Phil TV show to discuss their experiences and new avenues of research in treating eating disorders. For her part, McKenna said she intends to use all of the funds raised from the fashion show and silent auction to put her clients through a unique type of therapy involving horses and the natural environment at the Richmond Equestrian

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Letters to the editor •The Richmond Review welcomes letters to The Editor on any subject. Send letters to news@richmondreview.com.

uddenly the social media don’t seem so social anymore.

Last weekend, a teenage girl was beaten to death in a North Delta park; her friends immediately launched tribute pages in her memory on the social networking site, Facebook. The heartfelt postings were soon interlaced with tawdry photos and other malicious nonsense. The previous week, the sexual assault of another teenage girl at a party in Pitt Meadows became Facebook fodder, as witnesses posted photos and hurled attacks on the victim’s character. A new documentary film, Catfish, chronicles the unsettling relationship formed over Facebook between a freelance photographer in New York City and the family of an eight-year-old girl in Northern Michigan who adapted one of his photos into a painting. Another film, about to be released, tells a fictionalized account of the founding of Facebook, portraying its young founder as a bit of a social reject with real live human beings. In Arkansas, a radio sports reporter was recently fired for, among other things, posting derogatory comments about her new community on her Twitter page. While the Internet has opened up vast new ways for people to connect and share information, such unbridled freedom brings with it a level of responsibility. Unfortunately, the relative anonymity offered by the World Wide Web and social sites like Facebook, MySpace and Twitter, where anyone with enough imagination to create a username and password can easily concoct an entirely fictional personality, also opens the web to miscreants with mischief and malice on their minds. “Trolls,” as they’re commonly called, rarely think about the consequences of their actions. They stir up virtual trouble just for the thrill of eliciting a reaction. They spread rumours, relay gossip, demean or degrade just because they can. The results of their keyboard tapping can destroy reputations, relationships, careers, even lives. Perhaps in this time of social media, it’s also time for a refresher on social and personal responsibility. —Black Press (Burnaby NewsLeader)

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cientist-activist David Suzuki was billed as the keynote speaker at a recent rally at the B.C. legislature to oppose construction of Site C, a third hydroelectric dam on the Peace River.

Suzuki did not appear, so I wasn’t able to determine how he would square his presumed opposition with his furious advocacy for greenhouse gas reduction. In April, his foundation responded to the B.C. government’s announcement that it would proceed to the environmental assessment stage on Site C with a series of recommendations. Those included further environmental assessment (now underway), a province-wide study of B.C.’s renewable energy plans and review

of the social and cultural impacts on the Treaty 8 First Nations in the region. The Treaty 8 group, funded by Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, participated in a 15-month study of the project. The rally marked their determination to reject it. Roland Willson, chief of the West Moberly First Nations, described a hidden agenda to develop the huge Horn River natural gas deposit in B.C.’s northeast corner. “They say it’s for 500,000 homes, but the day after they announced Site C, they announced a power line going up to the Horn River,” Willson told the rally. “That gas is going to go to the Alberta tar sands and devastate the Alberta tar sands area and the First Nations people that live over there. “It’s going to go to dirty coal in our area. It’s going to go to California where they need to turn on their air conditioning because they’re too lazy to open windows down there.” B.C. Green Party leader Jane Sterk agreed. “I think it’s about opening up the Horn River gas basin and the tar sands,” Sterk told me. “And secondly, it’s about trying to create the myth that we’re selling

You won’t hear much about climate change or science in this debate. It’s all about the politics. green power to the U.S.” The B.C. Green Party opposes all new hydro development. Sterk advocates wind and solar power, precisely the kind of intermittent sources that Site C would facilitate by providing steady backup power. No one mentioned the planned gas pipeline and port facility to export liquefied gas from Kitimat, where it would displace dirtier fuels in South Korea and elsewhere, or the proposed new gas processing plant near Dawson Creek that will burn gas to generate its power because there isn’t enough hydro power to supply it. Coal mines continue to be developed in northeastern B.C., and without hydro supplies available, they’ll buy it from dirtier sources. NDP energy critic John Horgan, on record for years as supporting the clear engineering case for Site C, received a warm welcome.

He called for a scientific and economic, rather than emotional or political decision on the project. Treaty 8 regional chief Liz Logan warned of mercury in fish as a result of the dam. That’s the kind of claim that is seized upon by environmental campaigners such as the Wilderness Committee and Sierra Club of B.C., who helped organize this rally. It’s true that flooding vegetation promotes bacteria that bring naturally occurring mercury into the food chain. It’s also true that this declines as the vegetation decays, as a 2008 study of whitefish and bull trout in the Peace River tends to confirm. It’s also true that mercury occurs in fish all over the world, and in terms of actual mercury concentrations, Logan and others in the region should be more concerned about canned tuna purchased at grocery stores in Fort St. John. But you won’t hear much about climate change or science in this debate. It’s all about the politics. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. He may be reached at tfletcher@ blackpress.ca.

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Province ignored promise to arts community Editor: I thoroughly enjoyed your comprehensive Arts and Culture Edition of Sept. 18. It truly celebrated the diversity and richness of the wide range of arts organizations in Richmond. Brittani Faulkes proved to be an excellent guest editor with her timely and insightful comments. Congratulations on your decision to not only produce an edition dedicated to the wide range of arts organizations and activities in Richmond, but to follow it up with an arts and culture calendar. This is something that Richmond has sorely needed over the years, a listing in one place of all the arts activities for the coming weeks. Well done. I was particularly interested in Todd Coyneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s article (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Arts cuts run deepâ&#x20AC;?). Such funding did not come from tax revenues, but was entirely from the proceeds of gaming under an agreement with the province dated June 17, 1999, â&#x20AC;&#x153;that ensures charity entitlement to an amountâ&#x20AC;Śequal to one-third of ongoing government net community casino gaming revenue.â&#x20AC;? This commitment to distribute gaming proceeds to community organizations, including sports and social services, made the idea of legal gambling a little more palatable to the opponents of gaming in B.C.

Given this, it is even more distressing to realize the government decided unilaterally to ignore this agreement, and to appropriate a much larger percentage of gaming funds to augment the provincial ďŹ nances that were depleted by the costs of the Olympics, rather than keep their contract with British Columbians. This will continue to affect the arts and other organizations for years to come. This past season, the Richmond Concert Association celebrated 25 years of producing almost 120 wonderful concerts by national and international musicians and dancers. Among them were the Slovak Chamber Orchestra, the duo pianos of Stecher and Horowitz, the SoďŹ a Chamber Orchestra, the Jose Greco Dance Company, a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choir, the Little Eagles of Siberia, Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal, the Elmer Eisler Singers, Maureen Forrester, Stuart McLean and The Vinyl CafĂŠ, Robert Silverman and the Borealis String Quartet, Tillerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Folly, Joe Trio, Dal Richards and his orchestra and Valdy and Gary Fjellgaard. This was achieved entirely by a small volunteer board of directors. We rented Gateway Theatre for a beautiful venue and their professional technical staff.

Homemakers donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t count under new census Editor: According to Statistics Canada there are well over half a million stay-at-home parents and homemakers across Canada. With the elimination of the mandatory longform census, data on their work will no longer be collected. Apparently, the government considers caregiving and unpaid domestic work in the home unnecessary to the ongoing health and well-being of the nation. Of course, the same work performed for pay will continue to be counted. Ruth Alsemgeest Richmond

We were notiďŹ ed in August 2009, that our promised gaming grant was cancelled, and we were forced to tighten our expenditures. We were unable to proceed with planned advertising, resulting in smaller audiences. After careful deliberation, we decided the personal ďŹ nancial risk was all too real to proceed with a 26th season. The board will meet this fall to decide on the future of the association. If we are unable to entertain the notion to proceed with another season, we will collapse the Richmond Concert Association. I would welcome a call from anyone who may be able to offer their knowledge and skills to our small board, particularly with advertising and fundraising. It would be a shame for Richmond to lose such rich and affordable musical experiences. I would be remiss if I did not express our deep appreciation for the ongoing support The Richmond Review has given us through the years, with notices and full articles and personal interviews of our musicians. The Review deďŹ nitely played a big role in our successes. Thank you. Audrey Coutts President and Artistic Director Richmond Concert Association 604-274-2955

convince us that more taxesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the HSTâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;will create jobs and boost the provincial economy while those same spin doctors are also trying to persuade us that less taxes for the airlines will do the exact same thing. Really! Our government believes that providing facilities for a Swiss company (the Olympics) to make megabucks and subsidizing sports franchises (new roof for BC Place) is the right thing to do, yet expects us to fork out for an MRI machine, pay tolls to go anywhere and line up for surgeryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;even though we already pay taxes and health insurance for precisely that purpose. Is it any wonder that people are fed up and cynical about our politicians. Frank Hartnett Vancouver

Memorial bench renews faith in city Editor: We would like to thank the Richmond works crew for the speedy completion of our motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memorial bench. Twenty members of our family met at the bench the next day to celebrate her life and mourn her loss. If it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t for the support of the many who were involved, our family celebration would not have been as wonderful. Richmondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts in this matter support our feeling that even after 55 years Richmond is still a great place to live and raise a family. Jean Meier Richmond

No wonder weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re cynical about our politicians Editor: Re: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Scrapping jet fuel tax comes at a cost,â&#x20AC;? Editorial, Sept. 23. Our spin doctors in Victoria have been trying to

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Cancer couldn’t take away sense of humour Given three months to live, frequent Review contributor kept positive by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter A longtime Richmond resident with a knack for holding ofﬁcials’ feet to the ﬁre with satire lost his battle with cancer Saturday. Mike Smith, 57, died Sept. 18. Smith, a descendent of Richmond pioneers in the Grauer family, was an occasional columnist and a frequent letter-writer to The Richmond Review. In 2005 Smith became a regular scribe after a dog owner challenged the city on its rules against offleash dogs in Garry Point Park. Smith, a dog owner himself, unleashed his own campaign, albeit tongue-in-cheek, called Beer Users in Richmond Parks, or BURP. In his letters, he advocated for beer gardens in city parks, citing a slogan: “Beer gardens for the Garden City!” Smith regularly walked his dog at Garry Point, and believed dogs shouldn’t be off-leash in an onleash park. He chided the city for bending to a small group that didn’t hold the same belief. “Can you train a dog well enough to go offleash in a public place? I don’t think you’d hear a yes from any dog training school that they can do that,” Smith told the Review in 2006. Smith kept writing letters on civic issues, tackling everything from council junkets to pay raises, the Richmond Olympic Oval to election signs. Smith also kept his own blog, Citizen Smith,

making regular entries up until his death. Bhreandáin Clugston, editor of The Richmond Review, called Smith’s writing “funny and clever.” “Some of his letters had these tiny layers of satire in them which were barely perceptible. I remember one letter that seemed innocuous enough, but was actually a brilliant parody of another letter writer,” he said. “His sense of humour ranged from Zen to Monty Python. He was also amazingly brave and stoic considering what he had been through.” Smith married Sandy in 1979. His career as a ﬁlm editor ended in 2003, when he was diagnosed with lung cancer that had spread to his brain. Doctors gave him three months to live. “I told him if he died, I’d kill him,” said Sandy. “So we beat it that time.” Both continued to share a healthy sense of humour in the following years as cancer returned to his body. Smith began using experimental drugs toward the end of his ﬁght, believing what he was doing might help someone else. “He was a walking experiment and a miracle, his doctor said,” said Sandy. “She called him her miracle patient. He just kept on ticking.” Family and friends are planning a “beer and burger” memorial— one of Smith’s favourite meals to bring friends together. Said Sandy: “I think he made Richmond a way better place—and interesting.”

Rotary president visits Richmond The president of Rotary International visited Richmond Wednesday and was the guest of honour at the District 5040 Rotary Foundation dinner at River Rock Casino Resort. Ray Klinginsmith also visited the Rotary Salvation Army Hospice House—a joint project of the Richmond Rotary Club and the Salvation Army. Klinginsmith encouraged Richmond’s four Rotary clubs to partner with government and non-governmental organizations to initiate projects and improve literacy rates, while providing sustainable sources of food and clean water for communities in developing nations. Klinginsmith oversees Rotary’s ongoing project of eradicating polio, a crippling and potentially fatal disease that still threatens

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Hospital’s Starlight Gala nears The 12th annual Starlight Gala, supporting Richmond Hospital Foundation’s operating room campaign, is set for Saturday, Oct. 30 at River Rock Show Theatre. Hosted by radio personalities Kim Seale and Kelly Latremouille, the event’s proceeds go toward the foundation’s $1.5-million operating room campaign. Included in the evening: champagne reception, ﬁve-course dinner, auctions and entertainment. Tickets are $250. Call 604-244-5252 or visit richmondhospitalfoundation.com.

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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 Team Ministry Music Ministry - Ron Stevenson Worship Service & Church School - 10:00 am ALL ARE WELCOME!

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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 Visit our website at www.richmondbiblebaptist.com

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Firefighters plan fundraiser for orphans Money goes toward building clinic in Sri Lanka by Todd Coyne Contributor In a show of heroism beyond the call of the everyday, firefighters in Richmond are hosting a Halloween dance at the Steveston Community Centre to raise money to build a medical and dental clinic for orphans in Sri Lanka. With an estimated $7,000 raised towards the cause already, Amar Gottenbos of the city’s fire department said that they need to raise another $16,000 for the firefighters’ Global Village Project in order to send two groups of 12 firefighters to Sri Lanka in March. Once there, the firefighters will use the money raised to purchase materials and begin building the much-needed children’s medical and dental centre in Akmeemana, Sri Lanka. And they’ll be using two weeks of their personal vacation time to do it. The ambitious onemonth time frame will see the first group of 12 begin building in the first two weeks of March and the second group arriving to finish up the centre in the last two weeks of the month. The firefighters have been fundraising for the project for over a year and a half, Gottenbos said, noting that this is the fourth such international initiative undertaken by the firefighters’ Global Village Project. Previous projects have taken the Richmond firefighters to Sri Lanka, Thailand and El Salvador. Gottenbos said the firefighters chose Sri Lanka again this year because of the number of children left in need following the recent end of Sri Lanka’s bloody civil war and the ravages left by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. Tickets for the Saturday, Oct. 30 Halloween barbecue and dance are limited to 200 and, if prior years are any indicator, it will sell out fast, Gottenbos said. For their Sri Lankan mission, the firefighters have teamed up with the Vancouver-based AIM International Aid, an organization specializing in Sri Lankan humanitarian projects.

Richmond firefighters (from left) Edgar Rodriguez, Doug Petraschuk and Jack Beetstra built two homes and delivered toys to schools, orphanages and hospitals in El Salvador as part of the fireighters’ Global Village Project in 2009.

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Eldorado brings country to the city Five-piece band performs at Richmond Cultural Centre Saturday night by Christine Lyon Staff Reporter

f it weren’t for Nen Jelicic’s caffeine habit, the band Eldorado may never have been more than a fleeting daydream served up with fried eggs. A former University of but self-titled album in B.C. film student with a 2004 and sophomore alsoft spot for vintage eater- bum Suitcase in 2008. The ies, Jelicic quickly became group is scheduled to play a regular at the Templeton at the Richmond Cultural Diner in downCentre Saturday night, kicking off town Vancouver Cherelle Jardine’s after moving to Musical Expresthe city. There, he could study to sions fall series. jukebox hits and Fama leads the get all the free five-piece encoffee refills he semble with a could stomach. voice the band’s It was 10 years website says will JELICIC ago at this holemake you “cry in-the-wall oasis in your whiskey in the heart of and then toe-tap pre-gentrified Granville your tears away.” Jelicic Mall that he met Angela sings and plays guitar Fama. and Lynn Saffery (bass) The server noticed Michael Flunkert (steel/ Jelicic’s guitar, which he dobro guitar) and Kenton brought in one day after Wiens (drums) round out practising with a former the fivesome. band, and with crossed On Saturday the band fingers handed him a cas- will play a combination of sette of her singing. tunes from both albums “Wow, this is really awe- and one or two brand new some,” Jelicic thought to songs. himself as he listened to If Eldorado had a catchphrase it would be the the demo. The alt-country band inverse of Abbotsford, Eldorado took off from B.C.’s city slogan, “City in there, releasing their de- the Country.”

Eldorado •Saturday, Oct. 2 at Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate •Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; show at 8 p.m. •Tickets, $11, at the cultural centre •A presentation of Cherelle Jardine’s Musical Expressions series Now living in Vancouver, all five members originally hail from wide open spaces and bring a country inﬂuence to the urbanbased band. Jelicic is from Edmonton, Alta and Fama was born in Tennessee. “We all really appreciate the old style country music—Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Patsy Kline—we love all that kind of stuff,” Jelicic says. Flunkert honed his slide guitar chops playing Hawaiian music and later graduated to a lap steel guitar—an instrument rarely seen in the city, which adds an authentic country ﬂair. “That makes it a real twangy country sound,” Jelicic explains. But a rockabilly edge steers the band away

from traditional country and western music. That rockabilly inﬂuence played a big part in Eldorado’s debut album, while the follow up Suitcase is more of a concept album with songs that blend into one another—a product of the band’s improved communication. “I think in the second [album] you can hear a lot more of everybody’s inﬂuence,” Jelicic says. The bandmates share the lyric writing, focusing on life, death, love, hate, revenge and other subjects that transcend both country and urban life. “There’s a lot of emotional topics on there. So whether you’re city or country, that sort of encompasses everybody,” Jelicic says. His favourite part of being in Eldorado is the collaboration. “I like to let a certain amount of freedom reign. I bring a song in and I just think ‘let’s see how it turns out’ because I love how everybody plays, I love the singing, I love that whole process.” Originally called the Snipers, the band decided to change its name after emerging on the local music scene shortly be-

Angela Fama holds down the vocals for the ﬁve-piece ensemble Eldorado.

fore the Washington, D.C. sniper attacks of 2002. Eldorado rolled off the tongue. “It seemed to encompass the sound a bit too,” Jelicic says, explaining the name seems more alt-country than honky tonky.

Eldorado has performed their country-infused music all over the province, but has yet to play the Lulu Island circuit. “We’re excited to play Richmond; we’ve never played in Richmond before,” Jelicic said. Saturday’s audience may

be further entertained by Jelicic and Fama’s siblinglike relationship. The two are known to playfully torment each other on stage. “We try not to make each other laugh, but it just ends up happening that way,” Jelicic says.

Miss Mao teaches students world events by Christine Lyon Staff Reporter

Richard Lam photo ‘Water #10,’ is one sculpture students can learn about through a new interactive website.

High school students might get a lesson from Miss Mao this year as part of the Vancouver Biennale’s latest effort to educate people about the dozens of public artworks installed in Richmond and Vancouver. The Biennale recently launched an interactive learning website (vblearn.ca), which includes lesson plans for high school teachers based around pieces of public art. There are lessons for three Richmond sculptures: the Gao brothers’ Miss Mao Trying to Poise Herself at the Top of Lenin’s Head, Loco-Foco-Motto in Aberdeen Centre and the towering Water

#10. Lessons for the Doors of Knowledge outside Minoru Place Activity Centre and Wind Waves at Garry Point are coming. “For Miss Mao, the big idea is public art as a forum for discussion because it’s controversial,” said Katherine Tong, education program manager for the Vancouver Biennale. Students will explore the Russian Revolution and Chinese Communism in a lesson titled Equilibrium Unbalanced. They are asked to brainstorm possible social or political reactions to the polished stainless steel sculpture on Elmbridge Way. “We would like to use art as the entry point in order to learn about relevant and current world events,” said Tong, stressing the

lessons make students examine the “big picture” rather than getting hung up on subjective interpretations. Students who study Loco-FocoMotto, the matchstick chandeliers by Indian artist Hema Upadhyay, will be encouraged to create their own artistic work out of unconventional materials such as chopsticks, duct tape or coat hangers. The lesson plans were piloted at King George Secondary in Vancouver last spring. Tong said the learning website was not created in reaction to controversy surrounding certain pieces, namely Miss Mao, but was planned from the beginning. “We look at ourselves as an open air museum,” she said, explaining

most museum exhibits come with an education program. “We felt the way to get community support and understanding is through education.” The website includes photos, information, an interactive game for students and a self-guided tour that leads people around selected indoor and outdoor works. Tong hopes teachers will take advantage of the lessons because, except for a few legacy pieces, most of the public art will disappear in a year. The Biennale is holding a workshop “Taking it to the Streets” tonight (Thursday) at the Vancouver School Board education centre where teachers from any school district can learn how the lesson plans relate to the curriculum.

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ichmond’s inaugural Culture Days, part of a national celebration ofCanadian culture, took place over three days from Sept. 24 to 26. Events spanning visual and performing arts to heritage took place in various venues around our city. A highlight for me was the first ever Steveston Grand Prix of Art. A great success! So much so that event co-ordinator, Mark Glavina of Phoenix Art Workshop, announced that we would see the Grand Prix again next year. Approximately 60

event to remember! On Sunday I prowled venues at the Richmond Cultural Centre. The guild workshops were open and members were demonstrating and teaching their skills. I sat down with Yvonne from the Creative Jewellers Guild, and she taught me how to “knit” wire into a tube. Another highlight was the gallery’s Waterscapes exhibition by Gu Xiong. It was wonderful to see the gallery, museum, and cultural centre brimming with Culture Days visitors and participants. The City of Richmond hosted events ranging from dancing to mask making workshops to Terra Nova Farm activities. We have much to celebrate artistically in Richmond—I’m looking forward to next year’s Culture Days already. Brittani Faulkes is a Steveston artist and served as the Review’s guest editor Sept. 18. She can be reached at bffa@shaw.ca.

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hen I look back and realize that 13 years have passed, I’m surprised at how quickly time has passed.

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That was 676 columns ago. I’ve met amazing chefs, farmers, activists, and others who love eating. I’ve eaten standing beside a vending truck and in ﬁve-star restaurants. And I’m still learning. And passing what I learn on to you, the reader.

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lunch (by donation) prepared by chef Ian Lai., games and apple and tree sales. Live music will also be featured from musicians including Da Brehdren, Dan Banna and the Electrognomes, and the Harmonic Cosmonauts. All proceeds go to the orchard, Terra Nova Sharing Farm and the Terra Nova School Yard program. This is a rain or shine event and people are encouraged to walk or bicycle to get there. The Richmond Fruit Tree Sharing Project has been growing food for those living with poverty since 2002 with the help of hundreds of volunteers. This is a first time event for the group, which hopes to make it an annual event. The one acre apple orchard was planted in 2008.

Safe Communities Day marked Sunday On Sunday, Oct. 3 Safe Communities Richmond is celebrating the fourth annual Safe Communities Day at Richmond Cultural Centre plaza. Community groups participating in the event with displays and information include RCMP, Richmond Fire-Rescue, City of Richmond emergency programs, SUCCESS, Coast Capital Savings, Richmond Addiction Services, Richmond Fall Prevention Network and Vancouver Coastal Health. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a formal proclamation of Safe Com-

munities Week taking place at noon. Seniors aged 70 and older can sign up to receive their Vial of Life. “Safe Communities Richmond is dedicated to creating a safe community to live, learn, work, and play, where everyone takes responsibility for the community’s health and safety,” said Belinda Boyd of Safe Communities Richmond. Safe Communities Richmond is a group of like-minded organizations and individuals committed to the reduction and elimination of injuries in our community.

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arts & entertainment Arts & Culture Calendar Artist Trading Card Call: Richmond Art Gallery looking for participants in Artist Trading Card Exhibition. Enter artwork by Nov. 1. Info at 604-247-8312 and richmondartgallery. org.

▲ Waterscapes: Art exhibition by Gu Xiong at Richmond Art Gallery on until Nov. 14. Admission is free. Info at 604-247-8300.

Rufus Lin Gallery of Japanese Art: Exhibition of Japanese paintings on until Oct. 31. All paintings on loan or donated by artists who live and work in Japan. Rufus Lin is an art museum, not a commercial gallery. Admission is free: 4155811 Cooney Rd.; open most weekdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 604-3036330.

▲ The Unexpected Guest: Metro Theatre brings to life this Agatha Christie play of murder, an illicit love affair and a blackmailing nurse Oct. 1 to 30. Tickets, $18 to $21, at 604-266-7191 or at the door.

World Cup of Comedy: Angelo Tsarouchas, Frank Spadone and Ahmed Ahmed are avid soccer fans travelling with their stories and wits from all around the globe and bringing the intensity of a penalty kick in overtime. Oct. 1 at River Rock Show Theatre. Tickets, $49, at Ticketmaster. Quilchena Fall Fair: Quilchena Elementary hosts its first fall fair Saturday, Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pony rides, food, crafts, bingo and more; all are welcome.

▲ Eldorado: Altcountry band is first up in Cherelle Jardine’s Musical Expressions fall concert series. Alt-country band with roots in old-style country. Concert is 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2 at Richmond Cultural Centre. Tickets $11 at venue.

Jed Madela: Singer considered one of the best male voices the Philippines has ever produced plays River Rock Show Theatre Sunday, Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. Tickets, $50 to $100, at Ticketmaster.

▲ Tracey Bell: Richmond Centre for Disability celebrates 25 years with a celebration gala Oct. 2 headlined by 2009’s B.C. Entertainer of the Year. Tracey Bell is Marilyn Monroe, Liza Minnelli, Cher, Madonna, Tina Turner, Dolly Parton, Janis Joplin and other divas. At Executive Airport Plaza Hotel. Tickets, $80, at 604232-2404 or eileen@ rcdrichmond.org. Via Romen: Gypsy group rooted in Russian-Romany tradition plays River Rock Show Theatre 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 3. Tickets, $35 to $45, at Ticketmaster.

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▲ Annabel Lyon: Author discusses award-winning novel The Golden Mean at Richmond Cultural Centre on Oct. 5 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Register at 604-231-6413, www.yourlibrary.ca/ whatson.cfm or at any Richmond Public Library branch. Quote program No. 520.

▲ Opera Pro Cantanti: Canada’s only repertory company presents a series of operatic arias, duets and grand ensembles 7:30 p.m. Oct. 6 at Minoru Chapel. Tickets, $18 to $20, at the door. Cash only. Reservations at 604-276-4304.

▲ Brighton Beach Memoirs: Coming-ofage comedy by Neil Simon at Gateway Theatre Oct. 7 to 23. Tickets, $35 to $43 ($5 for high school students), at 604-270-1812 or gatewaytheatre.com. Artifact Story Station: Families invited to build creative stories around puzzling objects at Richmond Museum Saturday Oct. 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event for children ages six to 12. Info at 604-247-8334. The Robert Cray Band: Blues artists play River Rock Show Theatre 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9. Tickets, $54.50 to $64.50, at Ticketmaster.

▲ Paolo Vairo: Music Encore Concert Society features Italian-born pianist Paolo Vairo on Oct. 15 at Richmond Cultural Centre. Vairo will play music by Beethoven, Chopin and Schumann for the 7 p.m. show. Tickets, $15 to $20, at the door or by phone: 604-2412434 or 604-247-8300. Send your arts and culture events to news@richmondreview. com.

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SPORTS EDITOR: Don Fennell Phone: 604 247 3732 E-mail: sports@richmondreview.com

Boyd’s Juniors full of promise Core made B.C. final as Grade 8s by Don Fennell Sports Editor

Kevin Bogetti-Smith photo U.S. captain Will Groulx (right) powered his No. 1 ranked American team to the 2010 World Wheelchair Rugby Championship last week at the Richmond Olympic Oval. After a nail-biting one-point win over No. 3 ranked Canada (which finished fifth) Friday, the U.S. outscored No. 2 Australia 57-45 in Sunday’s final.

Growing appreciation, respect for sports played by athletes with a disability Captain of U.S. wheelchair rugby champs looks to future with optimism by Don Fennell Sports Editor Will Groulx looks to the future with optimism, but also with a healthy dose of reality. Having captained the U.S. to the 2010 World Wheelchair Rugby Championship last weekend (the U.S. defeated No. 2 ranked Australia 57-45 in Sunday’s ﬁnal) at the Richmond Olympic Oval, an event that frequently packed the bleachers with overflow crowds, Groulx sees an emerging understanding and appreciation for sports played by athletes with a disability. “We train very intensely, very hard, and we see ourselves as athletes ﬁrst,” he said. Groulx was also impressed by the “phenomenal coverage” of the championships by local media, adding he hopes that will continue to emerge globally. However, he says societal views often differ from country to country, and as with many things how effective a sport is marketed can play a big role in determining its popularity. Groulx said holding the 2010 world championships at a major venue like the oval adds further credence to wheelchair rugby, accentuated by a fan

base that not only heightened an already “incredible atmosphere” but provided “great momentum for the players whether they were cheering for or against you.” “It was always a pleasure to play in front of a crowd like that and we looked to draw from it,” he said, noting the attendance at the 2010 world championships was the biggest he’s seen outside of the 5,000 that filled the stands for the 2008 Paralympic Games in Beijing. “I think the teams that had a lot of chemistry and non-vocal communication definitely had an advantage.” A much-anticipated face-off between the U.S., the world’s No. 1 ranked team, and Canada, ranked No. 3, Friday not only drew a full house but much interest throughout the community. It was equally so for the participants, Groulx said. “It’s no so much little brother versus big brother but more like siblings or twins almost,” he said. “I think there’ll always be a big U.S.-Canada rivalry.” Friday’s showdown more than lived up to all the hype. Canada scored first and held the lead throughout the game—until the very end. In the final minute, with the score tied 48-48, Canada’s co-captain Ian Chan was called for a foul giving the U.S. possession

of the ball. In a strategic move, the U.S. opted to call timeout permitting it to use up all but 2.6 seconds before attempting to score the winning goal. The plan worked and when Canada got the ball back Garrett Hickling’s only play was to try a desperation pass up the length of the floor. “It was a huge advantage for us to have the timeout,” Groulx said. “You couldn’t script it any better.” Canadian player Mike Whitehead said outside of the last minute, Canada’s strategy worked well. “That’s sport,” he reasoned. “I’m really proud of our team,” said head coach Kevin Orr, whose Canadian team finished the tournament in fifth place after a 59-54 win over Great Britain Sunday. “You’ve got to tip your hat to (the U.S.). But we’re going to be ready for 2012 (Paralympic Games) in London.” The increasing parity in the world of wheelchair rugby, evident at the 2010 championships, is also good for the growth of the game, said Groulx. “We want to develop this game throughout the world and a lot of new teams have represented themselves extremely well,” he says. “And there are a lot of great new players.”

Pete Adams is known for being pragmatic. So when the head coach of Hugh Boyd Secondary’s Junior football Trojans speaks with unusual optimism of the 2010 team, it’s wise to take note. Though the Trojans have managed only a single win in their ﬁrst three games, promise far outweighs record for Adams and his coaching staff. “Our kids are in there mucking it up and having some fun,” he says. “They show up excited to play and that makes it easier to go to practice every day.” With 22 of the 29 players only in Grade 9, winning a championship this season may be a long shot. But Adams won’t be surprised if they play in at least a couple of playoff games. “Brock (Aura) did a great job coaching the Grade 8 team to the provincial championship game last season (Hugh Boyd lost to Handsworth),” Adams said. “All those kids got in four extra games and you can’t simulate that additional experience in practice. Even though they’re young, they’ve played a lot more than others.” Adams genuinely believes this group of players, most of whom will form the nucleus of Hugh Boyd’s 2011 Junior team as well, have the potential to accomplish some remarkable things. A few could even garner college football scholarships and potentially pro careers. “There are at least a couple of kids on the roster I’m conﬁdent will be getting a look from universities in a couple of years,” Adams said. See Page A28

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Home talent grows following Sockeyes’ trade with North Delta by Don Fennell

Grid game Jayden Bloom of the Richmond Raiders works to shake Coquitlam Raider Taylor Poitras in a Vancouver Mainland Football League Junior Bantam game Sunday at Mackin Park’s Kevin Chin Field. Craig Hodge photo

graduated from Richmond or Seafair minor hockey in their lineup this season. Both Saretsky, a forward, and Webb, a defenceman, are yet to play this season while Hansen, a forward, had one assist in his only game with the Sockeyes this season. Leposavic, a defenceman, was held off the scoresheet in ﬁve games with the Sockeyes but had 12 penalty minutes. Ironically, the Sockeyes and Devils will play tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Minoru Arena. Earlier this week, the Sockeyes traded goalie Ross Baadsvik to Aldergrove Kodiaks and defenceman Scott Rae-Douglas to Abbotsford Pilots—both for future considerations.

Sports Editor The Richmond Sockeyes have added even more homegrown talent to their lineup after completing a Paciﬁc International Junior Hockey League trade Monday afternoon with the North Delta Devils. The Sockeyes acquired Richmond Minor Hockey graduates StephenSaretsky and Keenan Webb from the Devils for Djorde Leposavic and Coltyn Hansen. Sockeyes also get future considerations in the deal. Richmond general manager Richard Petrowsky notes the Sockeyes now have 12 players who

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That list has to include Travis Coutts, who began the season as a starter on both offence and defence before being injured in the second game, a 22-14 exhibition loss to SRT Sept. 15. He tore ligaments in a thumb after falling awkwardly making a tackle and will be out for the remainder of the season.

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Alex Abanico, a Grade 9 running back and linebacker, also shows great promise. “He’s going to do the bulk of the rushing for us this season and will probably be carrying the ball 30 times a game,” explained Adams. “We’ve told the rest of the team it’s up to them to make him and us successful. The linemen might not get a lot of credit, but people in the game will know (their contributions) if he’s successful.” Two linemen the Trojans will rely heavily on are Jordan Lee and Geordie Mason, a pair of Grade 10 students with plenty of upside of their own. Grayson Kieselbach and Tristian Coatta have already earned Adams’ respect as two of the most improved players over last season. “They’re showing what they can do now that they’re getting a chance to play, but also it shows why it’s important to work hard at every practice,” Adams said. Bitten hard by the flu bug to kick off the 2010 season, the Trojans lost their season-opener (also an exhibition game) 28-22 to Nanaimo on Sept. 9, but with nearly everyone healthy again won their regular-season debut last Tuesday 40-6 at Delta’s Sands Secondary. Hugh Boyd was scheduled to host North Vancouver’s Carson Graham Wednesday (Sept. 29). “It was a good game to get our first win,” Adams said of last week’s tilt against Sands. “We didn’t feel overwhelmed. We just had to react as opposed to over-thinking things and with a young team nothing builds confidence better than when what you’re doing works. And winning becomes a habit as does losing.”

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SMITH –Vernon Hugh born April 24, 1926 in Burnaby, passed away September 12, 2010. Predeceased by his wife, Mary. He leaves his 5 children, Catherine (Ward) MacKay, Lorraine, David, Ron and Glenn (Dawn-Marie). He was so proud of his grandchildren, Laura, Julia, Kenny, Ryan, Rob, Melissa, Ian, Jessica and Chace. We are grateful for the companionship of his good friend, Masako. Also, survived by his 2 Brothers, Ron and Dave. Our Dad served in the Canadian Army for a short time before marrying the love of his life. He retired in 1987 after a long career as a photo-engraver with Cleland Kent, Pacific Press and Keystone Business Forms. Our Dad made many friends along the way and he was most noted for his love of cooking, wood working and fishing. A tea will be held in his honour at his home on Sunday Nov 14, 2010. Please donate to the Heart Foundation. “He wouldn’t have it any other way”. Gone fishing.

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William F. Anthony March 8, 1940 – September 23, 2010 ANTHONY-William F. –Bill passed away peacefully September 23, 2010 in the palliative care unit at VGH hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Survived by his wife of 45 years Wendy (nee Brown), sister Niki Bergen (Ray), daughter Jennifer (Shawn), son Matthew (Christina), and grandchildren Connor, Victoria, William, John and Michael. Born in Vancouver, BC, March 8, 1940, to parents Peter and Joyce Anthony, Bill was raised in Richmond and attended Richmond High and King Edward High School where he developed his love of basketball that lasted throughout his life. “Antone” went on to the University of Oregon where he obtained a Bachelor of Sciences in Mathematics and Physical Education. He played basketball for the University and joined Phi Kappa Psi fraternity, making life-long friendships that continued up until the moment of his passing. Bill returned to Vancouver and obtained his Bachelor of Education at UBC and began his career as a Mathematics and Physical Education teacher as well as a successful basketball coach. During his time as a teacher, Bill inspired many students academically and on the basketball court. After teaching throughout the Lower Mainland, “BA” ﬁnished the last two decades of his career at London Jr. Secondary School. Bill married Wendy in 1965 and started a family in 1970. Throughout the years, Bill was a great husband and caring father. In 1987 he supported Wendy in her efforts to open a family-run ladies wear boutique. Bill did the day to day books for the business and even came up with the name for the business, “Flamingo Row Fashions”. Ever the athlete, Bill was an avid skier and tennis player. Bill loved his toys and was a Harley Davidson enthusiast and a life-long Corvette driver. He had a love of travel, taking many memorable trips to Cabo San Lucas, Europe, Hawaii, and Palm Springs (to name a few) with wife Wendy, extended family and friends. Retirement was a wonderful time for Bill when he was able to make some new friends and re-kindle some old ties. He took up golf and enjoyed many fantastic rounds with family, friends, and the special group of marshals at Mayfair Lakes. Bill’s grandchildren were his greatest source of pride in his later years. ‘Papa’ was a devoted grandpa and loved watching his grandkids swim in the family pool. Ever the gentleman, Bill will be remembered for all of the fun times, amazing memories, his un-wavering positive attitude and the caring he showed to his friends and family. Please join us to celebrate the life of Bill Anthony on Monday October 4th, 2010 at Marine Drive Golf Club at 3:00pm, 7425 Yew Street off Marine Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia. Flowers gratefully declined. In Bill’s memory, donations may be made to the William F. Anthony Scholarship Fund at the University of Oregon or the Kidney Foundation of Canada. Go to https://supportuo. uofoundation.org/ and choose "other" for designation. Type "William F. Anthony Scholarship Fund" (Canadian credit cards work). Or call the Kidney Foundation at (604) 736-9775 and reference “In Memory of William Anthony”.

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MELROSE, Jean Elizabeth (McNabb) Born October 14, 1928, passed away September 21, 2010 at the age of 81. Predeceased by her beloved husband Ronald, and her brothers John, Larry and Charles. She leaves behind her brother Ken (Bev) (of Richmond, B.C.), daughter Rhonda (of Riverside, California), son Scott (Dianna) and granddaughters Kelly and Hayley (of Calgary, Alberta). While Jean enjoyed a variety of jobs, including over 15 years at Woodward’s, family was most important. She loved get-togethers with friends and hosted many family gatherings. As a member of Beta Sigma Phi for over 50 years Jean developed many life long friends. She will be remembered with love and be greatly missed. At Jean’s request there will be no service. MOORE-STEVENS, Marie Elizabeth (nee Barrett) Died peacefully at home Sept. 18, 2010 after a long, full life. She is survived by her children, Carolyn (Bruce Mitchell), Eithne (Rob Boyer), Peter; grandchildren Nicholas, Kate, Sarah, Emily, Gabriella and Chris; sister Betty O’Leary, brothers John and Michael Barrett and many nieces and nephews. Born Oct. 9, 1927 in Coderre, Saskatchewan, Marie completed teacher’s college in Saskatoon. Although she began as a primary teacher, Marie spent most of her lengthy career teaching business education at the high school and college levels. She taught in Timmins, Ont., and various locations throughout B.C. including Kimberley, Prince Rupert, Vancouver, Saanich, Prince George, and Richmond. When her family settled in Richmond, Marie attended UBC, completing a B. HomeEc. degree in 1978. Once retired, she enjoyed her trips to Maui and England with her husband John. Marie took great pleasure in her family, especially her six grandchildren. Her gentle wisdom and encouragement is deeply missed. Prayer service to be held 8:30pm Friday, Oct. 8 at St. Paul Parish, 8251 St. Albans, Richmond. Mass of Christian Burial to be held 10am Saturday, Oct. 9. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations to Vancouver Childrens’ Hospital appreciated.

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FULL TIME Position Wanted skilled fiberglass shop worker, enumeration to follow skill level, benefit package will be included. Must have own transportation can start immediately (full time position) please send resume to pfs@telus.net (Port Kells location) Need extra income? Everyday Style is looking for new Consultants in your area for our Fall-Christmas season! Visit www.everydaystyle.com or call 1-866-378-4331 for information THERMAL SYSTEMS KWC LTD., Calgary-based subcontractor recruiting Supervisors, Cladders, Deckers, Panel Installers, Insulators, Scaffolders, Asbestos Removers & Construction Labourers for full-time work on construction projects across Western Canada. Fax resume: 403-250-1259. Email: jobs@thermalsystems.ca. Call 403-736-3846. $18 - $35/hour paid weekly, benefits after six months.

136A JANITORIAL SERVICES Reqd Head Janitor; Exp 2 yrs; Sal $17.00/hr, Duties: Supervise & coordinate staff, hire & train new staff, perform cleaning duties, inspect site, prepare work schedule, Receive payments; Lang: English, Time: Day/Evening/Night, Contact: Gorden fr. Pro Claim Restoration at Richmond, BC Email/Fax jobs.proclaim@yahoo.ca or 604-275-5686

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CALLING ALL successful inside sales representatives! We are seeking a successful inside telephone salesperson who is passionate about selling and servicing business customers. Our sales representatives contact existing and new business customers, outbound selling (B2B); multiple daily orders, and a short sales cycle. Intensive outbound sales is the focus with some inbound crossselling and upselling. This is a great opportunity with outstanding earning potential. We are an established business with 2,000 employees with a brand following throughout the province. Check out our website at www.blackpress.ca

Qualiﬁcations: • 1 year successful sales experience preferred (B2B telephone experience preferred) • Outstanding sales skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Computer and time management skills • Advertising, media experience a plus

TRADES, TECHNICAL

PREMIER DEAD Sea is seeking 4 energetic Retail Sales Reps. for skin care kiosks and carts in Oakridge Mall, $12.50/hr drwvancouver@gmail.com PREMIER DEAD Sea Skin Care retailer is seeking 4 energetic Retail Sales Reps. for our locations in Richmond. $12.50/hr. Please mail to: drwrichmond@hotmail.com

REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY, Automotive Technician, licensed or 3 - 4 year apprentice for GM dealer in Drumheller, Alberta. GM experience an asset but not required. Nice community close to Calgary. Good wages and beneﬁts. Contact Service Manager 1-888-823-3371 or bob.thomas@westerngm drumheller.com. REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY for fulltime employment in the Chilliwack area. Butt-N-Top/ Hoechucker Operator, Warratach Processor Operator. Experience required. Please fax resume to 604-7939360. WELDERS NEEDED Victory Rig Equipment. Lots of hours. Employer paid beneﬁts immediately. Must hold valid AIT# or be registered Journeyman. Fax to Nicole: 780955-1039.

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15101024 9000 blk Cambie, 4000-4600 Garden City, 8700 blk Odlin 56 15101030 Beckwith Rd, Charles St, Douglas St, Sexsmith Rd, Smith St 47 15101110

Brown, Browndale, Brownell, Browngate, Brownlea

15101021

Cambie Rd, Patterson Rd, Sexsmith Rd

14701365

7000 Blk No 4 Rd, Keefer Ave

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15101018

Capstan Way, Regina Ave, Stolberg St

15101011

Garden City Rd, Patterson Rd

Call Roya 604-247-3710 or email us at circulation@richmondreview.com

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SITE SUPER To work in a fast paced, high energy, high volume environment. Must be a self starter, have exc. communication and interpersonal skills. Min of 5 years exp. in wood frame construction and computer literate. Send resume to:

harryg@portraithomes.ca

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Number of Papers

Carmel Rd, Cathay Rd, Chemainus Dr, Clearwater Dr, Gate, Colbeck Pl, Rd, Dunoon Dr, Nevis Dr 9000Blk Gilbert, Magnolia Dr, Maple Pl, Rd, Martyniuk Gate, Pl 8000 Blk of Railway Ave (Blundell-Francis) 10000 Blk No 2 Rd (Williams-Steveston) 11000-12000 Blk of No 2 Rd (Steveston-Andrews) Cormorant Crt, Steveston Hwy 10000 Blk of Railway Ave (Williams - Steveston) Rosebrook Rd, Rosemary Ave, Steveston Hwy Haddon Crt, Dr, Pl, Mytko Cres Danyluk Crt, McCutcheon Pl

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ELECTRICAL

#1167 LIC’D, BONDED. BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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GARDENING

Gardening Services 21 yrs exp. Tree topping, pruning, trimming, power raking, aeration, clean-up. Free est. Michael 604-240-2881 ** HON’S GARDEN SERVICE ** Lawn Maintenance, Power Raking Trimming, Pruning Garden clean-up New Sod, Weeding. Free Est. 604317-5328 honsgarden@shaw.ca

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

GUTTER CLEANING

Same day serv. avail 604-724-6373

GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

283B HAULING & SALVAGE 180

EDUCATION/TUTORING

AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program.Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783 APARTMENT / CONDOMINIUM 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. MARITIME DRILLING SCHOOLS entry-level training for land and offshore oilrigs. Excellent wages, benefits and opportunities to travel the world. Oct 11th- Oct 30th, Nov 8th - Nov 27th. Contact 1-866-8073960, www.mdslimited.ca MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is rated #2 for at-home jobs. Train from home with the only industry approved school in Canada. Contact CanScribe today! 1-800466-1535. www.canscribe.com info@canscribe.com

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$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660 www.moneyprovider.com. AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 FREE Consultation Government Approved, BBB Member 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.

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION Furnace & Duct Cleaning

Special pkg $89. Call 604-945-5801

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Sunday, Oct 3rd,

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

10am-1pm Free Admission Over 70 Tables!

Southarm Community Centre 8880 Williams Road

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS A & G ROOFING Ltd., all kinds of new and re-rooﬁng. Fully insured. Free estimate. Jag 604-537-3841 EAST WEST ROOFING & SIDING CO. Roofs & re-roofs. BBB & WCB. 10% Discount, Insured. Call 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

Ph: 604-718-8060 RICHMOND, Giant BAZAAR/BAKE SALE. Sat. Oct. 2nd. 9am to 1pm. Golden Mews. 7251 Langton Rd.

FALL FAIR

Sat, Oct 2nd, 10am-3pm

Richmond United Church 8711 Cambie Road *White Elephant Items *Produce *Baking *Lunch *Silent Auction & *Fairly Traded Goods from Developing Countries.

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

DISPOSAL BINS. 4 - 40 yards. From $179 - $565 incl’s dump fees. Call Disposal King. 604-306-8599.

#1 AAA Rubbish Removal

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

RECYCLE-IT!

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

All work guaranteed!

604-209-8265 NEW & REPAIR. Bath & KItch, ﬂrs, tiles, moulding, dry-wall, painting, plumbing, wiring. Job guaranteed. WCB ins. Patrick 778-863-7100. PAINTING, HOME RENOVATIONS, tile setting, sundecks, stairs. Free est. 778-686-0866.

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MOVING & STORAGE

2guyswithatruck.ca Moving & Storage Visa OK. 604-628-7136 AAA ADVANCE MOVING Experts in all kinds of moving/packing. Excellent Service. Reas. rates! Different from the rest. 604-861-8885 www.advancemovingbc.com

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10 Ton Trucks Insured ~ Licenced ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

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

MILANO PAINTING 604 - 551- 6510 Interior & Exterior S S S S

Professional Painters Free Estimates Written Guaranteed Bonded & Insured

CLEANING SERVICES

PRIMO PAINTING 604-723-8434

CAROLINE’S CLEANING Mother/daughter team. Non toxic products. Bonded. 778-233-7712

Interior & Exterior

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

Richmond

(Kids Stuff) SWAP MEET

COMPLETE HOME RENOVATIONS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 30 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

GARAGE SALES

MOM’S UNITE

21 Years Serving Rmd. Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service

Lawyer Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-6873221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM).

CONCRETE & PLACING

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ADD YOUR business on www.BCLocalBiz.com directory for province wide exposure! Call 1-877-645-7704

10% OFF when you Mention this ad HARDI RENO SVS. *Plumbing *Tile *Drywall*Paint*More! 778-865-4072 ~ BATHROOM SPECIALIST~ Tiles, tub, vanity, plumbing, paint framing. From start to ﬁnish. Over 20 yrs. exp. Peter 604-715-0030

Dial-A-Law offers general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available).

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PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! AMAN’S PLUMBING SERVICES Lic.gas ﬁtter. Reas $. 778-895-2005 #1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d. LOCAL Plumber. Plugged drains, renos etc. Chad 1-877-861-2423 1ST CALL Plumbing, heating, gas, licensed, insured, bonded. Local, Prompt and Prof. 604-868-7062

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#1 IN PARDONS Remove your criminal record. Express Pardons offers the FASTEST pardons, LOWEST prices, and it’s GUARANTEED. BBB Accredited. FREE Consultation Toll-free 1-866-416-6772 www.ExpressPardons.com

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

604-537-4140

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

JASON’S ROOFING

ONLINE, ACCREDITED, WEBDESIGN TRAINING, available for persons facing challenges to employment, administered by the Canadian Society for Social Development. Visit: www.ibde.ca. Space is limited - Apply today!

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

We offer: • Outstanding earning potential. Base plus commission. • Two weeks paid holidays • Excellent beneﬁts (medical, dental) • Pension plan

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FULL TIME medical secretary with computer skills (potential for right applicant to be trained as physician assistant) required for one doctor specialty practise in Richmond. Reply with resume to fax # 604270-3283. MOA needed immed., experienced. For Saturdays and causal. Forward resume to: medicalclinic@shaw.ca

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

Email: deanna@blackpress.ca

MEDICAL/DENTAL

T h u r s d a y, S e p t e m b e r 3 0 , 2 0 1 0

* Excellent Rates * • • • •

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No HASSLE, Top Quality Insured • WCB Written Guarantee Free Estimate

PAVING/SEAL COATING

ALLAN CONST. & Asphalt. Brick, concrete, drainage, foundation & membrane repair. (604)618-2304 ~ 604-820-2187.

FREE ESTIMATES Joe 604-250-5481

#1 EARTH FRIENDLY JUNK REMOVAL

Make us your ﬁrst call! Reasonable Rates. Fast, Friendly & Uniformed Staff.

604.587.5865

www.recycle-it-now.com

373A TELEPHONE SERVICES A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1866-884-7464. CHEAP TELEPHONE RECONNECT! Paying too much? Switch, save money, and keep your number! First month only $24.95 + connection fee. Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca. **HOME PHONE RECONNECT** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348.

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PETS

ANGORA RABBITS, M or F. Black/ grey/white, born July 28 & 30. $30 each. Call Marianne 604-530-8670 BELGIAN SHEPHERDS. Malinois pups from top European working bloodlines. Avail now. Reg’d. Vet check/shots. 1-250-333-8862 email: weldonbay@gmail.com or view blog Belgian Malinois -best working dogs CATS & KITTENS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats.604-309-5388 / 856-4866 Dalmation pups, 1M, liver spotted, born july 1, ckc reg., 1st/2nd shots, deworm, $1200. (604)793-5130 DOBERMAN PUPS. Registered, males.7wks, health guarntd, $1300. Phone (604) 589-7477 (Surrey). GERMAN SHEPHERD P/B CKS reg. 1M 2F. 8 wks. 604-858-3313 sumasshepherds.wordpress.com GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies CKC reg. exc pedigree, solid German working line Black & Tan wormed, micro chipped & vaccinated. Ready to go Sept 30th. $900. (604)462-7191 Or to view refer to obedienceplus.com GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. 1 male & 1 female. $850. 1st shots & dewormed. Call 778-863-6332. GREAT DANE X English Mastiff. Male, 5yrs old. Free to good home. Call Peter 604-465-1826. HUSKY LAB X pups. 7wks. Good temperment. 7 F. 2 M. Ready to go. $300. 604-835-3951 JACK RUSSELL pups, cute, short, stocky, smooth coat, tails doc, 1st shots. $550 (604)798-9233 Chwk JACK RUSSELL X Sheltie puppies $280. Very cute. Please call: 604820-5242. JACK RUSSEL PUPPIES, tri-colour tails docked, 1st shots, vet checked Call 604-820-5225. KITTENS & CATS for adoption. Call Catcare Vet Clinic, full service hospital, appt to view 604-277-8511

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PETS 477

PETS

LAB Pup CKC Reg black female. Pick of litter. Show potential. Champion bloodline. 2nd shot, dewormed, $800. 604-857-9192 LAB pups, 1st shots, vet chkd, dewormed, luxurious coats, qual feed, fam raised, $450. 604-845-3769 Lab pups, 2 blk F, $550, vet chk, quality lines, dew claws, 1st/2nd shots, dewormed. (604)702-0217 MALTESE PUPPIES 2 male, 2 female, 6 weeks, not inter-bred $750/ea. Newton 778-554-9659 MANX X KITTENS $100 each, black, white and chocolate 604619-6793 MAREMMA MALE PUPS, 11 weeks old, excellent sheepdogs. $450. Call 604-798-9528. MINI DACHSHUND pups. Vet chkd, 1st shots. Avail Oct. 7th. $650 (604)845-4060 845-3171 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! www.856-dogs.com or call: 604856-3647. PENSIONERS WISH TO ADOPT Small dog - Shih Tsu or Sheltie. Will give loving home.604-535-7631 PERSIAN KITTENS, reg. Assortment of white & silver. $600. Ready to go. Health guar. 604-538-1446. Razors edge bluenose pitbull pups, Exc temps & beautiful marking, Vet checked,1st shots and dewormed, Paper trained! $900 males. Call 604-825-6918 for more info. RETIRED VET has good home for young spayed med. female dog, for companionship. 604-820-2150 SHIH-TZU 1 MALE (Reg), 1 fem. 5 & 6 yrs. Gold & white, V/friendly. $650/both Del. avail. 778-549-3646 Siamese X kittens short hair blue eyes home raised vet ✔ 2nd shots 1F; 1 neut M $325. 604-856-1727

ST. BERNARD pups, loyal family dogs, approx. 175lb as adults. Last couple, $850/ea. (604)462-8605

YORKIE PUPS, female, ready in 5 weeks, PB mom, $675. Call (604)858-4900 YORKIE PUPS. P/B no papers. Born july 23. Shots, vet chk. $800$900. 604-858-5826 Chwk YORKSHIRE Terrier. Ultra sweet & tiny. P/b male. 8 wks old. To good home only. $1200. 1-250-938-4977

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APPLIANCES

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AUCTIONS

LARGE TWO DAY Unreserved Auction, October 2 & 3. Stan Turbiarz, Redwater, Alberta. Collector tractors and equipment, collectibles and farm equipment. View online: www.prodaniukauctions.com

548

FURNITURE

Sofa Italia 604.580.2525

560

MISC. FOR SALE

#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse. 6 colors available! 40 year warranty! Free shipping, the ﬁrst 20 callers! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

AT A CLICK of a mouse, www.BCLocalBiz.com is your local source to over 300,000 businesses! Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991 CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-981-6591. FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS CLEARANCE - Pre-engineered and custom-sized to your requirements. Factory-direct pricing. Some models discounted to half-price to clear. CALL FOR FREE BROCHURE AND QUOTE 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. Home Cottage Building Deals!! NOCRETE TM Prefabricated Panel Instant Foundation System - Basement $69.99/foot, Crawlspace $49.99/foot! ICF Concrete $19.99/5.33SF Block. 792SF 2484SF Shell Erected + Exterior Lock-up + Interior Framing from $29,975.00!! www.greenrpanel.com / 1-800-871-7089. Local Dealer/ Installers!!!

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PETS

OF THEWEEK PET “COCO” NEEDS A GOOD HOME WITH YOU

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“Coco” ID #197097 Senior F adult, DSH Hello, my name is Coco. Don’t let the numbers of my age fool you; I’m a very spry senior girl! I really enjoy a cuddle and pet in your lap. If you rub my chin, I will sit with you for hours! I am a beautiful calico and my funny little meow will beckon you to show me some affection. If you are looking for a lap cat, I’m your girl! I hope you can give me my happily ever after.

TO ADOPT CALL 604-277-3100

SPCA Thriftmart

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Fully insured. Free Estimates.

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• Pressure Washing • Paving stones • Irrigation• New lawn installations • Lawn & garden maintenance • Tree and hedge planting FREE • Painting, Res. & Com. ESTIMATES

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STEEL BUILDING INVENTORY SALE... $4 to $11/sq.ft. Immediate orders only - FREE shipping, some exclusions. Up to 90 days to pay. Deposit required. Pioneer Manufacturers since 1980. 1-800-668-5422.

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Flugelhorn, Yamaha, silver, 3 valve with case & leather gig bag, $800. (604)858-6660 PIANO & BENCH, Weber Berlin, perfect condition bought brand new 1982. $2000. 604-308-3177 PIANO, older, upright, good sound $250 obo. 604-576-9285 PIANO, YAMAHA, with bench, excellent condition, $2000. Call (604)792-2967

REAL ESTATE

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HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOUSES

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

* SELL YOUR HOME FAST * Buying Any Price, Cond., Location. NO COMMISSIONS ~ NO FEES ~ No Risk Home Buying Centre (604)435-5555

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LOTS

LARGE ARIZONA BUILDING LOTS FULL ACRES AND MORE! Guaranteed Owner Financing No credit check $0 down - 0 interest Starting @ just $89/mo. USD Close to Tucson’s Intl. Airport For Recorded Message 800-631-8164 Code 4001 or visit www.sunsiteslandrush.com Offer ends 9/30/10!!

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

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Ocean Residences 11671 7th Avenue

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE

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.

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

For more info & viewing call

ACREAGE

APARTMENT/CONDOS

1 & 2 Bdrms Available Immediately

Visit our website: www.aptrentals.net

19-ACRES, LEVEL & TREED on Sunshine Coast. Creek at back & road down side. Rural, beautiful Powell River. Call Neil Frost 604483-6345. Coast Realty Group.

609

RICHMOND

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

REAL ESTATE 603

APARTMENT/CONDO

List for Less on MLS® $3000 - 120 Day Sale Guarantee. Call Patrick 778-558-7626

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Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

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OTHER AREAS

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

RICHMOND

RENTALS 703

ACREAGE

9 ACRES FOR LEASE, South Richmond. $200 per acre. Call 604-2142957.

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

2 BD + den, M/W View, 2 full baths, lrg balcony, 1129 sq ft, avail Nov.1, $1750/ per m 604-808-4911

RENTALS

RENTALS 706

TO ADVERTISE IN THE HOME SERVICE GUIDE CALL RICK 604-247-3729

BILL GILLESPIE

FREE IN-HOME CONSULTATION

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

Plumbing • Electrical • Woodwork • Drywall • Bathrooms Door Repairs: Patio • Pocket • Bifolds • Shower • Mirror Insured / WCB and I’m a Mike Favel • 604-341-2681 Nice Guy!

RENOVATIONS

NO HST Starting October 1st. GET READY FOR WINTER NOW

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M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS

CALL ALLAN 778-229-7880

WINDOWS & DOORS

778-895-0968 RMD

RENOVATIONS

• Home Repair • Bathroom, Kitchen Remodeling • Fence, Deck Renewing • Free Estimate and Low Cost

Call Darryn 604-339-5532

MORTGAGES

Free estimate and free design. CALL WEST:

AA CONTRACTOR

Free estimates (fully insured)

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WEST CONCRETE

COMPLETE HOME RENOVATIONS

STEVESTON HOME SERVICES

Local Plumbers

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

RENOVATIONS

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

Licensed, Insured & Bonded

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

18 YEARS EXPERIENCE

MISC. FOR SALE

604-868-7062

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604-771-6894 • 604-318-8805

560

• Plumbing Repairs • Boilers & Furnaces • Gas Water heater Special Installed From $735

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

Licensed, Insured, Bonded • Same Day Service

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

PLUMBING & HEATING

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Make the most of the reno

preventing the unexpected… Many homeowners think about getting a full home inspection before purchasing a home. But what about before a major home renovation? It can pay to inspect before beginning any renovation. > P.6

After the home renovation is complete, the old furniture and interior décor may not really match the new look. This is when the professionals – home stagers and interior designers – can help homeowners maximize their newly renovated living space with stylish furniture and finishings that won’t necessarily cost a lot more money. ›› p.5

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living space. The remnants from the ’70s can be embarrassing and even if the trend setters say revisiting the era is in, it is definitely time for a change. There is no question it’s a big decision to embark on a major renovation. When a house reaches around 35 years of age, there is a lot to change in order to bring the mechanics of the home up to date and more energy-efficient.

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One definition of a kitchen describes it as simply, “a room or an area equipped for preparing and cooking food.” But it is so much more than that. Sure, the tempting smells that waft throughout the entire house after a cookie-baking session, or prior to a meal, are indicative that food preparation is indeed, important to this part of the home. But the kitchen is also – often – the heart of the home. It’s the warm, safe refuge where kids take their troubles to Mom. It’s where tweens and teens hang out after school or sports or shopping. It becomes the centre of every party and social event ever held in the home and, as all of these things, it is related to or part of countless memories as the family grows together. This could be why so many homeowners focus on the kitchen when planning home renovations.

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ers will be spending a lot of time with these people over several months, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important not to make any quick decisions they may regret. A year of renovation can seem like 10 if the homeowners are at odds with contractors; if they have a bad experience during the design and build stage, this could also influence how

they feel about the end result and the ongoing enjoyment of their home. Tom Bakker of Tom Bakker Design, a well-known Metro Vancouver practitioner of interior and architectural design, has an interesting background; he started out studying furniture design and manufacturing in Holland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My education was more technical than academic, which has paid great dividends throughout my career,â&#x20AC;? Bakker says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am closer to the manufacturing shops. When I design, I am also thinking about who is going to build this for me. I am pushing the envelope all the time. I am questioning the norm constantly.â&#x20AC;? Bakker says he asks his clients â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;whyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; throughout every step of the design stage of CONTINUED ON P.3

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Tom Bakker Design created a functional backyard space that looks fantastic at a South Surrey home. Bakker says it’s important for clients to have a good relationship with the people who are doing their renovation. He says it’s his job to help the clients think creatively about their dream renovation and get any and all ideas flowing. ‘It is then (that) you get something very special,’ Bakker says.

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the renovation process. “Everything should be questioned. It is easy to just follow the trends but this is their home and every single item needs to work for this family,” says Bakker. “My job is to open the doors of creativity. It is then you get something very special.” Bakker refers to himself as a coach to his clients and describes the relationship as a team that feeds off each other. “You don’t need a designer telling you what to do,” he says. During the design phase, Bakker encourages clients to ‘open the floodgates of creativity’ and forget the budget in order to help visualize what the clients really want. “This is when you get interiors that put tears in people’s eyes,” says Bakker. “This is my biggest reward – when people are totally thrilled with the results, both interior and exterior.” Bakker has had a varied career; he has designed hotels, yachts, and commercial offices. This vast experience, plus his grounding in design and manufacture, make him unique and able to bring a different dimension to every project. Many of his clients are welltravelled and have been exposed to a vast variety of styles, and they want to incorporate some of what they’ve seen in their own home. “If they have stayed in a hotel room they loved, for instance, they want that same feeling in their own home. “Travel changes who people are and they want that reflected in their surroundings,” Bakker says. Bakker feels the finished CONTINUED ON P.4

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home should fit the homeowners like a glove, which takes a lot of time and effort. “Every single time the parameters are so different. The challenge I always put on myself is that the finished home really needs to fit in the minutest detail,” Bakker says. “My conditioning, both in Holland and here, comes from jobs where I was exposed to clients who expected and demanded the very best in a very positive way.” Everyone embarking on such a major project should prepare in advance, not just the physical dislocation but the stress such a venture places on each member of the family. Communication is the key, and it’s important to fully understand the timeline of the renovation – delays are sometimes inevitable while waiting for materials, for example – but the end result is usually worth any headaches along the way.

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