Oct. 21, 2011 Richmond Review by Richmond Review

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Martin van den Hemel photo Riverwind residents Andrea Niosi and her four-year-old daughter Simone, and neighbour Lisa Robinson, have been ﬁghting city hall for noise relief for more than two years. They fear proposed changes to the city’s noise bylaw won’t bring them any closer to getting a good night’s sleep.

No noise relief in sight Revised noise bylaw doesn’t go nearly far enough by Martin van den Hemel

New life for ex-NHLer Page 27

Staff Reporter The city’s proposed new noise bylaw may appear tougher, but two families whose complaints two years ago triggered the bylaw review, said the changes lack bite. And at least one councillor agrees.

Andrea Niosi, a resident of Riverwind townhouse complex in Steveston, said the bylaw doesn’t go far enough in reducing noise to livable levels. “The proposed increase is a slap in the face and an insult to those of us who have spent years suffering from the elevated noise emitting from True World Foods,” Niosi said. “We have presented solid evidence regarding the negative impact on health and well-being when exposed to prolonged noise levels that exceed the WHO (World Health Organization) allowable limits, and now the city and the health authority want to increase the proposed limit? There is blatant dis-

regard for our community’s health and well-being, plain and simple.” Lisa Robinson, who is raising a young family in a unit directly adjacent to True World Foods—and its two rooftop compressors that hum at all hours of the day and night—isn’t happy with the proposed new bylaws. “This has been a health issue for two years,” she said. In order to sleep, Robinson purchased a whitenoise generator for her family which offsets the noise from outside. See Page 6

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‘I dream every day’ Fashion designer, mom, put in hard work to get beyond spinal cord injury by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter It was time for questions and Teri Thorson had a gym full of anxious hands at Kingswood Elementary School Wednesday. What colour is your house? Have you ever played basketball? How old are you? Have you ever met Rick Hansen? How do you sleep? Thorson, a volunteer ambassador with the Rick Hansen Foundation, handled all with good humour after sharing with the students how becoming a quadriplegic changed her life. Her message: follow your dreams. But the students didn’t have to take her word for it. Living proof was monkeying around on the playground outside. Years after a devastating car crash in Australia, Thorson gave birth to a baby boy, Lucian. “Everything I have done, building my own business, working in fashion, having a baby, getting married—these were all dreams I had before I had my injury, but I didn’t think they were going to be possible. But with organizations and people helping me and support, I was able to make these things happen,” she said. It hasn’t been easy. Her one-and-a-half-yearold is a bundle of energy she can’t manage on her own. “He wants to go to places that I can’t go. Sometimes it’s a little bit sad for me because I have to watch him do things that I can’t do with him, but I know that he’s having fun, and he knows who his mama is. I’m always there for him and I can do a lot of things with him too. It’s just a little bit different,” she said. Her life changed 15 years ago when Thorson was a passenger in a car driven by a friend while on vacation in Australia. Speeding into an unmarked hairpin turn, the vehicle ﬂipped

Matthew Hoekstra photo Teri Thorson shows a photo of her newborn son Lucian to students at Kingswood Elementary School Wednesday. With courage and determination, anything is possible, she told them.

three times and the roof came down on Thorson’s head, knocking her unconscious. When she came to, she couldn’t move her limbs. She spent one year in hospital. Some of her arm strength returned, but normal hand function didn’t. With hard work she was able to get her life back—a different life, but an independent life. She’s now married, a designer of clothing for seated people, drives a car with her hands, travels and participates in sports.

In 2002, she competed in the Paralympic Games in Athens, placing eighth in the 400 metre race after just three years of training. Thorson still lives by the words of Rick Hansen, whose foundation aims to accelerate the discovery of a cure for spinal cord injury and improve quality of life for people with disabilities through fundraising and research. During her presentation Wednesday, Thorson reiterated Hansen’s words: “If you believe in a

dream, and have the courage to try, anything is possible.” That, she said, is how she tries to live every day. “I always dream about things. I dream things every day. Maybe it’s just what you’re going to do tomorrow,” she said. “But if you have a dream and you want to see it come true, then you work really hard and you can make it come true.”

Few municipal candidates are using social media ‘A great way to potentially engage’ voters, says professor by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Few candidates for city council have taken to social media despite it being a great way to engage voters, according to one expert. “What surprises me more (than candidates’ lack of use) is that they haven’t realized the power of being able to tap into communities through social media,” said Michael Parent, a business professor at Simon Fraser University. Just seven of 19 candidates for city council have accounts on Twitter—an online social networking service allowing users to send and read short posts. Five have tweeted less than 50 times. Many have accounts on Facebook—a social utility connecting people via proﬁles—but just one, Cynthia Chen, has a current, publicly accessible Facebook page. Two political organizations have Facebook pages, and while Richmond First posts regular

updates, the Richmond Citizens Association’s page hasn’t been updated since 2008. Parent, who co-authored a study on the participation of businesses in social media, said sites like Twitter and Facebook give candidates a place to get their message out to many people who in turn propagate that message. “The initial content that you push out is the seed that is used to create all these generative conversations on the part of the community, so it’s a great way for politicians to get their core message out,” he said. Social media is also a place where candidates can “humanize” themselves and test their ideas with the public, said Parent. “It’s a good litmus test for their opinions or their positions because the community will react quickly—either positively or negatively— to any message that goes out.” In his research, Parent found businesses must be willing to cede control, as unwanted conversations could take place. But since everyone has an equal voice, social media has a “democratizing effect.” “To a politician, this would be both exhilarating as well as frightening. Exhilarating because you’re getting one of the purest forms of democracy possible, frightening because if it goes wrong, it goes wrong in a very bad way and very quickly and very visibly.” One politician who has used Twitter effec-

Candidates and social media •Incumbent mayoral candidate Malcolm Brodie joined Twitter in June. He has since tweeted 31 times and has 198 followers. In Vancouver, Mayor Gregor Robertson joined Twitter in 2008. He has tweeted 1,069 times and has 17,809 followers. •Among Richmond candidates, Alexa Loo has the most Twitter followers, 233, but has tweeted just eight times in four years. •Richmond First Voters Society is the most active local political body in social media, with regular updates posted on Twitter and Facebook.

tively is Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson, Parent said. He’s used the website to connect with people since 2008—not to send out political messages, but to engage in a dialogue with people that otherwise wouldn’t be possible. Eric Yung, a candidate for school board, maintains Richmond First’s social media platforms, which he said are great places to broadcast timely information and engage youth. “They’re all on their cellphones, they’ve all got a Twitter account, they’ve all got Facebook,

they’re all checking them, and the hundred characters out to tell them about something on Twitter gets through to them much more than any press release.” Linda McPhail is the most proliﬁc tweeter among Richmond’s council candidates, with 120 messages as of yesterday, but just 108 followers who read them. McPhail, who also uses Facebook regularly, got hooked on Twitter earlier this year after attending a workshop on the website. “It’s a way of getting instant updates and keeping in touch,” she said. “But I’m aware it’s just a tool and you have to be careful.” Noting the dismal voter turnout in the last civic election—22.1 per cent—McPhail hopes social media will help draw younger voters to the polls. Candidate Linda Barnes, however, hasn’t taken to social media. The four-term councillor said she doesn’t have the time to learn about it nor keep up with online conversations. “I don’t like to start something just for the sake of a campaign and abandon it,” she said. “I just really feel if you’re going to connect with people in social media it’s incumbent upon you to keep up with those connections.” Barnes said she sees the value of social media but given her lack of familiarity with the technology, she prefers to connect with voters in “relationship based” ways.

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Colleen Flanagan photo A difference of 10 kilometres an hour can make the difference between losing control and staying in control on a wet surface.

Pay attention to driving conditions Posted speed limit ideal for dry roads by Phil Melnychuk Black Press So you’ve got your nice, new SUV with electronic stability control and four-wheel drive and ABS and all that. Ready for the snow and rain, right? Yes and no, says ICBC and the Justice Institute of B.C. While new vehicles, as of September, are all equipped with stability control computer-controlled systems that can control inputs on each wheel to minimize spin outs or skids, no technology can make up for stupid driving or recognize all road conditions. “It’s not a magic solution,” says Justice Institute driving instructor Norm Prosch. “It’s not magic and it’s not going to replace common sense and driving according to the conditions. “If you’re going too fast, that’s where the rubber meets the road, right there.” To make their point, ICBC and the Justice Institute set up a demonstration at the B.C. Driving Centre in Pitt Meadows on Tuesday. Media climbed into a new Ford Escape, gunned it down a straight away to a series of traffic cones, then had to make sharp, evasive turns, according to last-minute signals. Piles of boxes that went flying, as in the TV show Canada’s Worst Driver, if the vehicle couldn’t stay in the lane, added to some effects when media drivers screwed up. To make their point, the track was flooded, to simulate driving in the rain. Prosch said a difference of 10 kilometres an hour can make the difference between losing control and staying in control on a wet surface, if evasive moves are needed. It could be possible to make a sudden lane change at 60 kilometres an hour, but lose control at 70 km/h, on a wet road. And often, if drivers are able to avoid the object, such as a cyclist or pedestrian darting out, the difficult part is moving back into the lane safely. “Posted speed limits are ideal for dry roads,” added Alex Lee, manager of road safety programs. Driving is more than just the road, said Lee. “It’s the road and the darkness. Just change the frame of mind is the important thing.” “Many drivers don’t realize that when they drive too fast for the road conditions, their risk of crashing increases significantly,” said Fiona Temple, ICBC’s road safety director. “The reality is that the posted speed limit is only for ideal or dry road conditions. You can help make our roads safer by slowing down – you’ll see more of the road and be better equipped to respond to the unexpected.”

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Interested in the Noise Regulation Bylaw review and proposed amendments? We want to hear from you The general public is invited to attend an information open house to learn about and provide feedback on the Noise Regulation Bylaw review and proposed amendments. Thursday, October 27 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. Richmond City Hall, Main floor Galleria 6911 No. 3 Road City staff will be in attendance at this drop-in style open house to provide information, answer questions and receive your feedback. Information and a survey provided at the open house will also be posted on the City’s website at www.richmond.ca/NoiseRegulation Your input is important to us and will be taken into consideration in finalizing the draft of the proposed bylaw and the development of options presented to Council. Background Given the very complex issues surrounding the impact of noise in a growing city, and the technical advancements since the inception of the City’s Public Health Protection Bylaw 6989, in 2000, the City is undergoing a noise regulation assessment. As part of the assessment, the City is holding a thorough community public participation process during October and November. In addition, the City has also scheduled opportunities for members of the business community and other stakeholders to provide their input. For more information Visit the City’s website at www.richmond.ca/NoiseRegulation or contact Wayne Mercer, Manager, Community Bylaws at wmercer@richmond.ca or call 604-247-4601. City of Richmond | 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000

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Councillor thinks noise limits are too high From Page 1 She said the proposed changes don’t offer them hope of seeing an end to their daily suffering. Coun. Evelina HalseyBrandt said she’s visited the Andrews Road townhouse complex, along with the Caithcart Road neighbourhood which sits adjacent to the Shark Club on St. Edwards Drive, near the Oak Street Bridge and Bridgeport Road. Booming bass and the

sound of nightclub music has led to complaints to city hall from this north Richmond neighbourhood as well. Halsey-Brandt said she’s been pleading with city staff for months, trying to get a more thorough public consultation process implemented. Like Niosi, she thinks the proposed new noise limits are too high, and it appears that city staff are more concerned with the

interests of businesses than the residents who pay the city’s bills. As someone who is inside city hall, and despite direct access to key managers, Halsey-Brandt said she has been frustrated by the slow progress and delays by city staff, and can only imagine how frustrated affected residents are. “You have to do it right this time or it will never be right,” she said of the cur-

rent noise bylaw review.” It’s become harder and harder for politicians to have input.” Halsey-Brandt fears that with all of the new construction in the city’s core, noise-related complaints are likely to become more commonplace in the future as residential interests conﬂict with business. And with more condos being built above commercial space, including restaurants that operate late into the evening, she questions whether adequate steps are being taken to mitigate the impact of noise on a homeowner’s quality of life. Coun. Derek Dang wouldn’t comment on whether the proposed bylaw was strong enough, but noted that tweaks can still be made. He said he wants to hear from impacted resident during the upcoming community consultation process, along with experts, before deciding if the new bylaw goes far enough. But he said the city needs to do something to help these beleaguered residents. “This is a problem of our own making,” he said, referring to the fact that the city allowed the Riverwind property to be rezoned to residential, knowing that it was adjacent to a commercial complex. The open house and survey will be held on Thursday, Oct. 27 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Richmond City Hall, 6911 No. 3 Rd. It is a part of the community participation process, which will also include:

•two test measurements in two representative neighbourhoods followed by information sessions in those neighbourhoods; •a workshop with key business stakeholders in the community to identify and measure any potential impacts of proposed amendments to the noise bylaw; •consultation with businesses in potential noise conﬂict areas. A survey will be made available at the open house, as well as online at www.richmond.ca/ NoiseRegulation, where the proposed changes are summarized. Under the proposed bylaw, nighttime and daytime noise levels of 50 decibels will be permitted in intermediate zones. However, inside the bedroom of Robinson’s son, noise levels have been measured at 45 decibels, well above the 30-decibel limit that the World Health Organization in a 2009 report deemed as necessary for quality sleep, and 35 decibels for a classroom setting. “Recent research clearly links exposure to night noise with harm to health. Noise can aggravate serious health problems, beyond damage to hearing, particularly through its effects on sleep and the relations between sleep and health...Sleep disturbance and annoyance are the ﬁrst effects of night noise and can lead to mental disorders,” the World Health Organization said in an October 2009 statement.

Martin van den Hemel photo Riverwind residents Lisa Robinson (left) and Andrea Niosi, with Niosi’s daughter Simone

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2012 Richmond Street Banner Contest includes visual arts from the following categories: PHOTOGRAPHY s DIGITAL ART s PAINTING MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE s ILLUSTRATION printmaking

An elusive sasquatch-like creature may or may not make an appearance at Richmond Nature Park Saturday.

Wild Things returns to Richmond Nature Park this Saturday

Ten designs will be selected for display on banners in selected locations from March 2012 to March 2013.

Cheeky raccoons, a sophisticated skunk and a rather confused squirrel will come out to play at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wild Things Halloween-inspired event at the Richmond Nature Park. This free theatrical outdoor event, starting at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22, presents a mix of slightly spooky fun with a healthy dose of nature facts. The night also includes storytelling, face painting and a visit with mad scientists. You can carve a pumpkin to take home, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and watch the Creature Crawl musical parade at 8:15 p.m., which sends the animals back to their home in the woods. From jack-o-lantern lit trails to forest creatures celebrating Halloween, Wild Things is suitable for all ages, but an adult must accompany children. Flashlights and costumes are optional. Please dress appropriately for the weather as the event is held rain or shine. Admission is free, thanks to support from Coast Capital Savings and Bob Wright Farms, but donations are welcome. The Richmond Nature Park is located at 11851 Westminster Hwy., at No. 5 Road. Call 604-718-6188 for more information.

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Four all-candidates meetings planned Voters will have a chance to meet the candidates running in the civic and school elections at a series of upcoming all-candidates meetings. Four such forums are being organized and all are open to the public. The election for one mayor, eight councillors and seven school trustees is Nov. 19. •Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee hosts an allcandidates meeting for mayoral and councillor candidates Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 6:30 p.m., Executive Airport Plaza Hotel (7311 Westminster Hwy.) •Richmond Chamber of Commerce

hosts a similar evening Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 6:15 p.m. for mayoral and councillor candidates, Executive Airport Plaza Hotel (7311 Westminster Hwy.) •Richmond Centre for Disability hosts an all-candidates meeting for mayoral and councillor candidates Tuesday, Nov. 8 at 6:30 p.m., Minoru Place Activity Centre (7660 Minoru Gate). •Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee hosts an allcandidates meeting for school trustee candidates Wednesday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m., Richmond Cultural Centre (7700 Minoru Gate).

City Board Construction advisory September 26–November 10 The City of Richmond has contracted Directional Mining and Drilling Ltd. and J. Cote and Son to perform watermain construction at the following locations in Richmond: • No. 3 Road from Firbridge Way to Granville Avenue • Granville Avenue from No. 3 Road to Gilbert Road Hours of work are scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Traffic on the affected roads will be reduced to a single lane at times. Delays may occur. The use of an alternate route is strongly encouraged. This work is weather dependent and dates are subject to change without notice. Questions may be directed to Anthony Fu, P.Eng., Project Engineer, at 604-247-4905, or visit the City’s Construction Projects webpage at www.richmond.ca (City Services > Roads, Dykes, Water & Sewers > Construction Projects > 2011 Construction Projects). City of Richmond | 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000

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City Board Construction advisory September 12–October 31 The City of Richmond has contracted Imperial Paving Ltd. to install pedestrian safety improvements at the following locations in Richmond from September 12 to October 31, 2011: • Installation of a raised intersection and new traffic signal with an exclusive pedestrian only phase (pedestrian scramble) at: o No. 1 Road and Moncton Street • Installation of new raised crosswalks across: o No. 1 Road at Chatham Street o Moncton Street at Easthope Avenue o Moncton Street 60 m east of Bayview Street, near Hayashi Court • Sidewalk and drainage alterations to accommodate the new raised intersection and crosswalks Work hours are scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. As this work is weather dependent, some work may occur on Saturdays and Sundays, and the dates are subject to change without notice. Traffic on affected roads will be reduced to a single lane at times. Delays may occur. The use of an alternate route is strongly encouraged. There will also be a three day full closure of the No. 1 Road and Moncton Street intersection in October. The dates of this closure will be weather dependent. Questions may be directed to Milton Chan, Senior Project Engineer, at 604-276-4377, or visit the City’s Transportation Projects webpage at www.richmond.ca (City Services > Roads, Dykes, Water & Sewers > Construction Projects > 2011 Transportation Projects).

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Province moves to raise gas tax for TransLink Legislation to pass quickly with support of NDP by Jeff Nagel Black Press The province has introduced legislation to raise gas taxes two cents a litre in Metro Vancouver to help fund TransLink’s expansion plan and build the Evergreen Line. The increase, requested this month by a majority vote of Metro mayors, would take effect next April and is expected to quickly pass with the support of the NDP. Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom said the province will then formalize its agreement with TransLink, issue a request for proposals for the Evergreen Line to three pre-qualiﬁed bidders and get shovels in the ground “as quickly as possible.” He was reluctant to promise a construction start by year-end but vowed it will be soon. The long-stalled $1.4-billion SkyTrain extension to Coquitlam

was once sidelined by a decision to build the Canada Line first and had been derailed in recent years by a deadlock with the province on how to fund TransLink’s share. Lekstrom and mayors agreed earlier this summer to raise the gas tax and work together to find new funding sources over the next year. He repeated that pledge and said he’s very aware Metro mayors oppose any scenario that would increase property taxes, which is the backup mechanism if talks with Victoria fail to yield new sources. “I’m an optimist,” Lekstrom said. “I believe we’re going to find a solution that’s going to work for everyone.” That’s critical, he said, because TransLink needs a long-term funding solution so it can build more infrastructure beyond what’s contemplated in the new Moving Forward plan. “There has to be some certainty going into the future.” Lekstrom also repeated a commitment to meet the mayors and look at how to fix any problems in how TransLink is governed. Mayors complain they have no

control over TransLink’s priorities – decided by an unelected professional board – and that their only role is to vote on tax and fare increases. The gas tax increase will give TransLink an extra $40 million of the $70 million per year it needs to fund the new plan. The transportation authority will take in an estimated $364 million in fuel taxes in 2012 from its dedicated 17 cents a litre. B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins opposes the gas tax hike and said the decision of both the Liberals and NDP to support it leaves the Tories as “the only ﬁscally responsible party” in the province. “This is a tax essentially on the working poor,” he said, adding transit doesn’t work for many Metro Vancouver residents. “It’s a tax on the commuter.” Local residents are already paying the highest gas taxes in Canada, he said. He said a one-per-cent cut in the budgets of Metro Vancouver cities could have funded the Evergreen Line and that other taxes already collected could be reapportioned to ﬁnance other TransLink needs.

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City hall overdue for change Former Richmond First president Peter Mitchell running as a independent by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Just who is in charge at city hall? For those who don’t happen to work at 6911 No. 3 Rd., the optics aren’t good, according to former Richmond First president Peter Mitchell, who has tossed his hat into the ring. “It is questionable, who is running who,” Mitchell said this week. Once friends will now be foes, as Mitchell takes on council incumbents Bill McNulty, Derek Dang and Ken Johnston for one of eight councillor positions on Nov. 19. The irony is that Mitchell played key roles in their respective election campaigns as he served as president and ofﬁcial agent from 2002 to 2008 during those elections. But after careful consideration, Mitchell decided to step out from behind the scenes. “I grew up in this town and I’d like to see it do as well as possible.” Mitchell’s ﬁrst taste of politics came during his university days, where he served as vice president of

University of B.C.’s student society for a good portion of one year. The vision for Richmond ﬁve or 10 years ago was creating a vibrant downtown core, and creating a city where people could live and work, he said. “Somewhere since, all focus has gone to building the oval.” And what had been priorities on improving local community centres has been shufﬂed aside, he said. “The (Richmond Olympic Oval) was a monumentally large decision, and there should have at least been community consultation to go ahead,” Mitchell said. And while politicians argued the oval came at no cost to local taxpayers, Mitchell said that’s simply untrue. “The fact it’s coming out of a separate budget from another area, that doesn’t mean it’s free to the taxpayer,” he said. “Everything costs.” Seemingly forgotten have been other community priorities, such as building a new aquatic centre. Asked why he’s not on Richmond First’s slate, considering he spent so much time contributing volunteer hours on its campaign, Mitchell said he believes running as an independent will allow him to better serve local constituents. Though it will also mean significantly less campaign resources. “Sometimes, to get things done, you have to be prepared to do them yourself,” he said. If

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EDITORIAL: New noise bylaw is too little, too loud

f you weren’t sure exactly who is calling the shots at city hall, the latest evidence that it’s not our elected politicians can be found inside the proposed new noise bylaw.

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After more than two years of work, the new bylaw sends out one loud-and-clear message: staff have forgotten precisely who pays the bills, and who is driving the bus. Blame the mayor, blame councillors, blame department managers, blame apathetic voters for not holding them to the ﬁre previously. There’s plenty of blame to go around. But when a proposed new noise bylaw ignores the desperate pleas of long-suffering residents, it’s an indication that something is desperately wrong at 6911 No. 3 Rd. Not convinced?

Shades of Green Arzeena Hamir

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might have been avoided. As would tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars in staff time that’s been wasted thus far. In a nutshell, the new rules seem to cater more to business than anyone else. Are staff fearful a stronger bylaw might result in a mass-exodus of businesses? Hardly likely, considering that complaints to date have almost exclusively been from two neighbourhoods and two chief sources of noise: True World Foods and the Shark Club. Council has often been charged with being too business friendly. The new noise bylaw only strengthens that argument. Will it take two more years to ﬁx the proposed noise bylaw? If locals want it, change can be made in four weeks time.

The importance of engaging young people

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How about the testimony of one Greg HalseyBrandt, former mayor, MLA and most recently councillors, whose unexpected exit out the door comes largely because of a corporatefocused management approach at city hall that forgets the people. Indeed, what else can one infer from a reading of the new noise bylaw. It took city staff two years to churn out something that actually is regressive, worse than status quo even. One impacted resident said the new iteration is actually worse than the one it’s designed to replace. And it completely ignores the latest research from the World Health Organization. In fact, had a common-sense interpretation of the old bylaw been utilized, some two years and two months worth of sleep-deprived nights

ast Sunday, my six-year-old daughter and I boarded a bus and headed into Vancouver. It was mum and daughter time and we had already decided the agenda for the day. What does that look like in our household? Going to a protest, of course. Amina is already a seasoned veteran of demonstrations. She was one of the few preschoolers who could explain what Proroguing Parliament meant and why it was bad and she had made her own signs for the Bridge to a Cool Planet demonstration leading up to the Copenhagen Climate Conference. So, going to Occupy Vancouver was not a stretch for her. There are those in my family who are shocked that I expose my children to these issues. To them, I’m ruining the innocence of childhood. I look at it in a very different way. It’s my job to prepare my children for this world and I need them to understand reality and how they can partici-

pate in change. Is that too much pressure to put on kids? I don’t think so. In fact, I think we don’t engage our children enough in political processes and social movements. They have such an amazing capacity to see a problem, ﬁgure out what they need to solve it, and then get on with it. It’s usually the adults that get in their way. My viewpoint was bolstered by an unexpected call at noon on Tuesday. Could I make it into downtown Vancouver by 4:30? I had been given the opportunity to meet one of my all-time heroes, Jane Goodall. It was too late to try to arrange childcare and I really wanted my children to meet this woman so all three of us hopped on the Canada Line. Along the way, I got the inevitable question that made me query where I had gone wrong as a parent. Who’s Jane Goodall? I tried to explain, as best as I could, how this young woman had travelled to Africa to study chimpanzees and how her ground-breaking research had changed the way we looked at animals: that they were intelligent beings, capable of amazing social structures, and could even make tools. I got the quizzical “Who doesn’t know that?” stare and then it occurred to me that my children were born in a time when we don’t assume that humans are at the top of any hierarchy. Jane’s work has already made a huge impact on the way we see ourselves in the grand scheme of things.

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We talked to her about the many issues in the Lower Mainland, including loss of farmland, salmon farming, and how so many children are disconnected from nature. And then I mentioned the work of the Richmond Schoolyard Society, teaching 500 kids a year how to grow and eat vegetables, and her eyes lit up.

Engaging young people in creating solutions is exactly what brought her to Canada. I’ll be researching her Roots and Shoots program but in the meantime, I’ll continue to have faith that my kids can handle these big issues. Thanks for having my back, Jane. Educate yourself on the issues that the upcoming

candidates stand for. Ask the tough questions. These people will soon be working for you so don’t throw away the right that so many are dying to have. Arzeena Hamir is coordinator of the Richmond Food Security Society. Reach her at arzeena hamir@shaw.ca.

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letters Thanks to Samaritans who helped reunite family Editor: I was hoping to pass on my heartfelt thanks to several people who helped me Tuesday morning. My four year old had skating lessons at Minoru Arenas and as I was collecting him at the end of his class my two year old vanished. The staff at Minoru was absolutely fabulous. I think that just about everyone who didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have an immediate duty to attend to helped me search inside the building and then around the entire complex. I am so thankful for their help and support during that terrifying 20 minutes. Even more I would like to thank the mysterious â&#x20AC;&#x153;heroâ&#x20AC;? who found our little explorer on the second ďŹ&#x201A;oor of the parkade and kindly brought her to safety at the front desk of the cultural centre. My daughter and I were reunited and our family will always be grateful to that person. Your kindness and willingness to take time out of your busy day to ensure the safety of a two year old who was apparently â&#x20AC;&#x153;ďŹ nding mummyâ&#x20AC;? is a wonderful example for my other children as well as the community at large. I know there are many generous and caring people out there, but it is always a pleasure to be reminded that people care. Shannon Turner Richmond

City hall has become too corporate Editor: Everything retiring Richmond Coun. Greg Halsey-Brandt cites as his reasons for not seeking re-election are extremely accurate observations of the current state of affairs at city hall. About a decade ago, a rapid shift began that saw a total abandonment at city hall of a commitment to the community and the embracing of a stark corporate approach to civic governance by a new bureaucratic machine totally detached from the community. This mentality shaped a culture that has allowed our elected ofďŹ cials the comfort of remaining unaccountable and unchallenged while enjoying the glory that only a free-spending mega-project ďŹ xated, celebration-obsessed administration could superďŹ cially produce.

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letters Old boys and girls club has to be recycled Editor: There is a saying that is used for “advisers”: They hold an umbrella while the sun shines, but when it rains they take the umbrella away.” It can be suggested that it can be used for our incumbent mayor and councillors. I ask, when have you as a Richmond citizen met with a mayor or a councillor? When has one offered you a visit to city hall to show what they are doing? With the exception of the “bantering” that takes place during council meetings they are by design out of touch and out of reach of the taxpayer. They appear to be by and large intimidated by city hall management and become bobble heads to the proposals without due diligence and understanding of the consequences to the taxpayer. They have been there too long and have become ultimate bureaucrats. The old boys and girls clubs have to be recycled. Greg Halsey-Brandt has it correct by basically giving up (“City hall is too ‘corporate,’ says exiting councillor Greg Halsey-Brandt,” Richmond Review, Oct. 19). We as taxpayers cannot give up and must make our elected representatives accountable to us. Would not it be a wonderful step forward if after the next election we could talk to our mayor or our councillors? Dale T. Pitts Richmond

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This ﬂoating holiday is not a pricey statutory day but an informal one that conversely could save the province millions in health dollars and more importantly, save a lot of women’s lives. I’m calling it MammoGirlfriend day (or maybe Mom-o-gram day.) Imagine a day where pairs of women book their mammograms together, have the procedure done, and then afterwards have some quality girlfriend

ting your best women friends to the clinic for testing. Currently, only 50 per centof B.C. women get this important test done. And men should not be excluded from this important day. When I went for my test this week, there was a husband holding his wife’s hand in the waiting room. Maybe this could be a “mammo-get-yourwomen to the clinic” day for men. Supporting the women in your personal or professional life by helping cover child or work responsibilities will help make the clinic visit happen. On a personal note, I’m very grateful for my mother who met me after my follow up mammogram this week. Thanks, readers, for the words of support. My second test was ﬁne and I am healthy. For more information on mammograms in B.C. go to www.gohave1.com or www.smpbc.ca or phone 1-888-GOHAVE1. The Richmond Mammogram Screening Centre number is 604-2445505. No excuses. Call this week to book your own mammo-girlfriend day.

time, reﬂecting on their health or challenges over a cup of tea. I’ve heard that there are other women who already do this. Going together ensures the vital tests get done, gives you someone to chat with in the waiting room, and gives you hugs after the procedure is done. While the procedure is usually painless, it’s nice to have someone to support you through it emotionally, especially if cancer runs in the family. Women are good at putting other people ﬁrst. With the juggling of household, family, and job responsibilities, often our own health issues get pushed to the bottom of the to-do list. “I keep meaning to call,” is one excuse I’ve heard. “I’m just too busy,” is another. I write this article thinking of a family friend, a young mother of two and a fellow teacher, whose breast cancer wasn’t discovered until it had metastasized into her back and other organs. How is this possible in today’s day and age? How could this have been prevented? I’d like to think that had I been a better friend and dragged her to the test a few years ago that things would not have been so bad. As nice as the pastel pink ribbon products are (pink breath mints, anyone?) maybe the best way you can prevent breast cancer is by get-

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Concrete monsters aren’t neighbourly Editor: Coming to your neighbourhood! If they’re not already there they will be soon—those huge houses with the cement walls and iron gates. My family has lived in Richmond all of their lives and specifically in one area for over 35 years, and now, we have become strangers in our own neighbourhood. We were a neighbourhood where you could borrow a cup of sugar, get some great gardening tips and help one another when the need was there, but most importantly, we were “neighbourly” neighbours. There was always a smile, a chat, and a handshake, and the children always had someone to play with outsidewhere they felt safe! The front lawns of our homes became their playgrounds during the day with forts and super-slides and lots of laughter (and sometimes tears). But, we were neighbours! We were the neighbours that picked up the newspapers and kept an eye out for one another if someone was going to be away. Several times a year we enjoyed our “neighbourhood get-togethers,” where we used to see the whole neighbourhood come out—usually 70 to 100 neighbours. This year, however, a meagre 30 (all the original owners) turned out. Sadly, our block party is disappearing and with it goes the sense of security our neighbours provided. Our city has allowed these monster houses which are built property line to property line complete with concrete driveways and finished off with cement walls and gates. How truly disappointing. When did the building codes

change to allow so much cement and no green space? The only green left is the 13 feet at the front of each property which belongs to the city and even that isn’t maintained by many property owners. The new house behind us is just 37 inches from our fence! The worst of this is that we no longer know any of our neighbours. We smile and wave but get no response. Our new neighbours drive directly into their multi-million-dollar garages and close the door. My husband went across the street to welcome a new neighbour and put his hand out for a handshake but the response was “no English.” How insulting to think that a handshake is no longer universal. I am saddened to see what has happened to the Richmond we knew. Our neighbourhoods are changing and not for the good. So, sadly we are leaving this community which we played and lived in for our entire lives. We volunteered countless hours to many community events and thought we were carefully framing the future for the welfare of all who built this city from the farmlands that it once was. Hence, the density and cost of housing has forced us out! We will be moving to a real neighbourhood without the walls and gates and it certainly won’t be in Richmond. So, city council, it may be a little late, but you must get your act together soon and stop approving the plans for these houses (not homes) that prevent neighbours from being neighbours!

Patricia M. Jones Richmond

We need an upgrade to Government 3.0 From Page 13 Ask yourself this question next time you watch a politician speak on TV: can you tell which part is neutral, and which is biased and selfserving? Pretty hard isn’t it? It was crafted that way! How can politicians expect us to make intelligent decisions when there are no unbiased information to begin with? Answer: We aren’t supposed to! We are supposed

to make decisions that would favour the politician who was doing the talking, a self-serving exercise. If we think of the old monarchy system with kings and queens as Government 1.0, along this line, we can think of our democratic system with elections and parties as Government 2.0. Each version of the political system was invented to solve a particular situation in history. Each did its

job well and helped move humanity forward, more or less. Unfortunately, our outdated democratic system from centuries past would need a major upgrade. That is, we need an upgrade to Government 3.0! A system where citizens can get unbiased, undoctored information from disinterested bodies to start. Patrick Chun Richmond

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Asbestos violator may be jailed for contempt of court Court orders demolition contractor arrested for endangering workers by Jeff Nagel Black Press A notorious Metro Vancouver demolition contractor who repeatedly exposed his unprotected workers to asbestos contamination has been found in contempt of court and could be jailed. The B.C. Court of Appeal ordered the arrest of Arthur Moore for violating an August 2010 court injunction that indeﬁnitely barred him from operating his Surrey-based asbestos and drywall removal business. “His conduct grievously endangered workers under his direction,” Justice Ian Donald ruled Wednesday, ﬁnding Moore guilty of contempt. “Unless he can in some way mitigate his indif-

ference to the lives and safety of his workers and his open deﬁance of the injunction, his misconduct requires a severe response.” Moore is to be sentenced in B.C. Supreme Court after his arrest. He could be jailed up to 120 days. Teenagers as young as 14 were sent to demolish asbestos-laden houses without protection, court was told. Moore recruited young students in need of cash and hired recovering addicts from recovery houses in Surrey. “He exploits recovering young addicts as his workforce,” the court ruled, adding Moore’s failure to provide proper safety training or equipment was exacerbated by his “targeted recruitment of vulnerable workers.” Authorities don’t know how many employees worked for Moore and could eventually contract asbestos-related lung disease or cancer as a result, but they may number in the hundreds. Associates said Moore quoted low rates to demolish old houses – a fraction of the price charged by competitors who take re-

quired safety precautions in dealing with asbestos. He claimed to take samples and get reports certifying buildings asbestos-free before demolition. But the hazardous material reports were forged, using letterhead stolen from legitimate labs, to hide the danger on his jobs. Moore told employees to “run away” if WorkSafeBC officers came to their job site, the court noted. The agency tried to have Moore jailed this spring but lost the case on a technicality when a lower court judge decided it wasn’t clear enough the injunction applied to Moore personally, not just to his business name AM Environmental. B.C.’s top court found there was no ambiguity, overturning the earlier ruling. Moore operated last fall at at least 15 jobs sites in Delta, Richmond and Surrey, according to court evidence. He used business names like Tri City Hazmat, Surrey Hazmat and Effective Contracting to try to skirt the injunction.

Former employees say he more recently operated in Surrey and Abbotsford under the name Pro Scan Environmental. Moore did not show up in court to defend himself at either the 2010 injunction hearing or the contempt proceedings. WorkSafeBC’s efforts to deal with Moore had been frustrated in part because he has no significant assets to seize, not even his own vehicle. Moore had ignored multiple previous WorkSafeBC orders and fines for various workplace safety violations. Ex-associates say other people drive him around and help him conduct business for a cut of the profits. Deaths from workplace asbestos exposure have been on the rise in B.C. and now account for 44 per cent of all work-related fatalities. Most of asbestos-caused disease is from historic exposure – before the material’s use was restricted – but WorkSafeBC has recently cracked down on demolition contractors who don’t follow the rules.

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H.J. Cambie Secondary’s robotics program is turning heads at the international level, where the school’s three squads ﬁnished in the top 12 out of 100 competitors. Now they’re looking for local sponsors to take it to the next level.

Cambie robotics team looking for sponsors as it eyes world championships by Joannie Fu Youth Reporter At H.J. Cambie Secondary, the robotics team is more than just a team. They are like a band of brothers. And while conflicts may arise, the friendly rivalry between teammates brings out the best in everyone. “It’s like dating at our age, moments when it is fun, and moments when it’s not so fun,” Nathan Muszynski says jokingly. The team is taught and mentored by their physics teacher, Allan Byres, who helps them cultivate their abilities as young robotic engineers. Although officially the students are separated into three different teams, 1107 A, 1107 B, and 1107 C, they don’t see it that way. “We’re technically divided into three teams, but we’re really just one big team,” says Grade 11 student Kakit Cheung. The Cambie robotics team is a group of talented teenagers who have a passion for designing robots. Last year at VEX, a robotics competition held in Orlando, Fla., their talents were given the spotlight. And they were noticed. Competing against youth from all around the world, including students from countries with stellar high-tech reputations such as Japan, all three Cambie teams had impressive outings. While their mechanical skills are the product of passion and hard work, getting to the competition was no simple matter. Fundraising was a major factor, but through hard work and determination they made it to the national robotics competition. “We tried to fundraise, but we could have done better…because these robot parts, we have to buy specifically from the Vex brand… they’re expensive,” says Grade 12 student Gordon Ho. The field trip fees, including the flight to Orlando, was also expensive. “The money had to come out of our own pockets,” says Ho, team captain of 1107 B. “Actually, our parents’ pockets,” laughs Muszynski, also in Grade 12. In a round-robin style tournament, team 1107 A finished fourth out of 100 competitors. The two other teams also performed well: 1107 B came in seventh and 1107 C 12th. See Page 19

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Sasha Starcevich to head new piano academy Artistic director of new Aberdeen Centre school charges $200 per hour Concert pianist Sasha Starcevich will lead a new Richmond music academy dedicated solely to the piano. Starcevich, a Seattle resident, will serve as artistic director at Showcase Piano Academy in Aberdeen Centre, coming here once a month to teach master classes at the academy and coach other teachers. Starcevich graduated from Yale University in 2003 with a doctor of musical arts degree, and has performed around the world in venues that include Carnegie Hall, Windsor Castle, Tchaikovsky Hall and Wigmore Hall in London. He has also served as teacher to some outstanding young, local pianists: Tristan Teo, Tim Zhang and Evgenia Rabinovich. Rabinovich was proﬁled in The Richmond Review’s annual 30 Under 30 issue earlier this year. She is now studying at Mannes College The New School for Music. So in demand, Starcevich charges a rate of $200 an hour, according to academy manager Rachel Lam. The new school is accepting students of all ages. Also among the faculty are Bogdan Dulu, Lay Tuan Tan, Clare Yuan, Ross Salvosa and Mimi Ho.

Cambie looks for sponsors From Page 17 Because of their extraordinary performance, not only in nationals, but also gaining ﬁrst place in B.C., all of the team members gained automatic acceptance to the B.C. Institute of Technology. All are now eyeing careers in sciences and technologies. As they leap into a new year, this means new competitions, and new goals. Their next competition will be in Seattle on Nov. 5, followed by a home competition at Cambie Secondary on Dec. 10. With new competitions coming up, this also means that Cambie Robotics Team will have to improve on fundraising this year. They hope to achieve that by selling little robotic “hex bugs” that they buy wholesale from competition title sponsor VEX. To expand on fundraising efforts, they are also seeking help from local companies in the form of team sponsorships or a donation. If a company donates more than $500, then the Cambie Robotics team will put the company’s logo on their team shirts and robots. The team will be competing in the world championships held in California next May.

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Winter Wonderland returns soon Red, green, blue, gold and silver lights will soon be twinkling in the galleria of Richmond City Hall. Winter Wonderland is set to return, an annual seasonal festival that raises funds for Richmond Sunset Rotary Club’s community and global initiatives. Now in its 11th year, businesses and organizations can once again donate $1,500 and showcase their business by decorating one of 30 Christmas trees that will be on display inside city hall until the end of December. In a news release, event chair Magdalen Leung thanked residents and sponsors for their ongoing support over the years. “Your generosity has beneﬁted

thousands of people in our community and around the world, and with your continued philanthropy, we can make this the best year yet,” she said. Trees will begin to sparkle Saturday, Nov. 26. That’s when Richmond’s new city council will mark opening day by “lighting” the trees at 12:30 p.m. The ﬁrst two of several holiday concerts will follow at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Various local community groups will entertain at ﬁve more weekend matinee performances all beginning at 1 p.m.: Dec. 3, 10, 17. Concerts are free, but attendees are encouraged to make cash donations or offer donations of non-perishable food items to support Richmond Food Bank.

With funds raised by generous Christmas tree sponsors, the Richmond Sunset Rotary Club will provide support for the numerous local projects. This year’s event sponsor is ASPAC Development, with Concord Paciﬁc as the gold sponsor, The Richmond Review as the media sponsor and the City of Richmond as a supporting partner. There is still a need for individuals, businesses and community organizations to support this charitable event. For more information on how to sponsor a Christmas tree or support Rotary programs, contact Magdalen Leung at 604-214-8832 or magrleung@gmail.com.

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for the Evergreen Line to three pre-qualified bidders and get shovels in the ground “as quickly as possible.” He was reluctant to promise a construction start by year-end but vowed it will be soon. The long-stalled $1.4-billion SkyTrain extension to Coquitlam was once sidelined by a decision to build the Canada Line first and had been derailed in recent years by a deadlock with the province on how to fund TransLink’s share. Lekstrom and mayors agreed earlier this summer to raise the gas tax and work together to find new funding sources over the next year. He repeated that pledge and said he’s very aware Metro mayors oppose any scenario that would increase property taxes, which is the backup mechanism if talks with Victoria fail to yield new sources.

by Jeff Nagel Black Press The province has introduced legislation to raise gas taxes two cents a litre in Metro Vancouver to help fund TransLink’s expansion plan and build the Evergreen Line. The increase, requested this month by a majority vote of Metro mayors, would take effect next April and is expected to quickly pass with the support of the NDP. Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom said the province will then formalize its agreement with TransLink, issue a request for proposals

“I’m an optimist,” Lekstrom said. “I believe we’re going to ﬁnd a solution that’s going to work for everyone.” That’s critical, he said, because TransLink needs a long-term funding solution so it can build more infrastructure beyond what’s contemplated in the new Moving Forward plan. “There has to be some certainty going into the future.” Lekstrom also repeated a commitment to meet the mayors and look at how to ﬁx any problems in how TransLink is governed. Mayors complain they have no control over TransLink’s priorities – decided by an unelected professional board – and that their only role is to vote on tax and fare increases. The gas tax increase will give TransLink an extra $40 million of the $70 million per year it needs to fund the new plan. The transporta-

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Yogi Svejkovsky turns to coaching after suffering three concussions A final shot

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ost-concussion syndrome forced Jaroslav Svejkovsky to retire early from the National Hockey League. But he’s grateful for the 113 games he was able to play with Washington Capitals and Tampa Bay Lightning between 1996 and 2000 and harbours no bitterness.

Today, “Yogi” is carving out what he says may be an even more rewarding career teaching hockey. He is an assistant coach with the Western Hockey League Vancouver Giants and Director of Hockey Operations for the Seafair Minor Hockey Association, where he also coaches Atom rep. “I feel perfect now,” says Svejkovsky, 35, who was selected 17th overall in the 1996 NHL Entry Draft by the Capitals and appeared to be on his way to a productive pro career after scoring 23 goals and 19 assists over ﬁve NHL seasons. “It’s been 11 years (since he was forced to retire) so there’s been lots of time to recover. If I would be younger I’d probably try to go back and play. But I’ve found a new life in terms of coaching and stuff like that and I feel this is probably what I was meant to do and I don’t look back.”

Taste of the big league Svejkovsky scored seven goals in his first 19 NHL games in the 1996-97 season playing left wing for the Capitals, including four in a single game. He played parts of the next three seasons with the Caps before being traded to Tampa Bay during the 1999-2000 season. He had 10 points in his final 29 NHL games with the Lightning. “I always thought of myself as a person who did everything I could everyday to achieve the maximum of my abilities,” he said. “I think that helped me to never say ‘Why is it me and not the other guy next to me?’ What I felt more of was not accomplishing everything I wanted to. I first wanted to get to the NHL and then establish myself as a great player, which is tough. Sometimes it takes a lot of years and I wasn’t able to do that, but I was able to establish myself as an NHL player.” Svejkovsky suffered the first of three concussions during his third pro season. He would suffer another before the season was over. “With the first one I got a puck in the jaw with five minutes left

Don Fennell photo Forced to retire early from a promising NHL career, after suffering three concussions, Jaroslav (Yogi) Svejkovsky has found contentment in coaching. Besides coaching the Seafair Minor Hockey Atom rep team, he’s also an assistant coach with the Vancouver Giants of the Western Hockey League.

in a game against Montreal and came up with a huge melon and I felt sick and nauseous,” he said. “But I woke up the next day and didn’t feel sick anymore, had X-rays on my jaw, and went to practice. I still felt a bit awkward in practice but I scored a goal in the next game.” The second concussion resulted from an elbow to the jaw during overtime of a late-season game

against the New York Rangers. This time Svejkovsky said he felt off, “where you know something is wrong yet you don’t know what it is. I came back to the locker room and said to the trainer ‘I feel something weird, something’s different.’ “I would go for a walk and feel sick,” he said. “I was aware of my surroundings yet confused a little bit. I definitely, already at that

time, knew what a concussion feels like.” Since the concussion occurred late in the season, Svejkovsky had an extended period to recover and was anxious to return to play the following season. “The only good thing about coming out of a concussion you knew exactly when you were ready,” he said. “There was no fear or anything like that.”

He was 23 years old when he began his fourth, and final, NHL season in 1999. He believed he was at a point physically where he was able to take on added ice time. “I felt like I trained the same way as earlier but yet I can do more in the gym and be faster. I was excited about making the next step from just another guy in the NHL to perhaps being the guy.” But just as his confidence was growing, Svejkovsky suffered a knee injury prior to the start of the 2000-01 season. Tampa Bay asked him to play two games for the farm team (Detroit Vipers of the International Hockey League) before returning fulltime to Lightning. It was during the second of those games he was checked hard after playing a puck and knew right away he was in trouble. “I had big and short-term memory loss and it was about eight months before I could drive. I never recovered in time to go back and play (the next season),” he said. Svejkovsky said he never imagined he would ever suffer a concussion, but now believes he was fortunate to have not suffered more during his hockey career. “I believed I was a hard guy to give a concussion to because I went to the net, got punched in the head, and all the things a goal scorer has to do,” he said. “I was pretty active and I think that’s why recovery for me was very, very long. For me, each concussion was different with significantly different symptoms.” Following the last concussion, Svejkovsky was advised to take a long break from the game. “I could stay home and get healthy and there was already a team out there interested in me (to play again),” he said. “I was excited and (thought) I’ll get healthy in year or two, but fortunately or unfortunately I just never got to the point where I got completely healthy. So once I started coaching that was my destiny, where I was good as playing and, who knows, maybe better. Working with players gave me brand new look at life. My dad was a professional coach and I thought maybe this is the avenue God wants me to go. But I never felt I didn’t want to go back and play. Even coming here six years ago to work with the Giants I felt if I got completely healthy I’d go back. But now I feel totally fulfilled this is the right thing for me and my family.” See Page 28

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‘Playing physically part of the game’ From Page 27

Concussions a hot hockey topic The severity of concussions has become a hot-button topic, particularly in light of the 2010-11 injury that has sidelined Pittsburgh Penguins’ star Sidney Crosby indefinitely. But Svejkovsky said athletes have an inherent desire to compete, and sometimes adrenaline makes you want to play through if at all possible. “It’s not any different than playing with a bad bruise or a pulled ligament,” he said. “I’ve been in that position and then you start finding out it’s way worse. (Crosby) has been going through the same type of things I went through as a player. You can sense a lot of compete from guys like that, but everybody is competitive on a different level. There’s a difference between being hurt and injured. You play injured and it could get way worse, (whereas) playing hurt with bruises and scrapes, that’s something where the pain is tolerated. But with injuries, especially concussions, sometimes being so competitive doesn’t help you.” Svejkovsky believes concussions can be reduced if not eliminated by making players and officials aware of the difference between hitting and collisions and trying to take somebody out. He

“With injuries, especially concussions, sometimes being so competitive doesn’t help you.” - Jaroslav Svejkovsky said the NHL is making great strides this year as are junior circuits like the Western Hockey League. “Even in minor hockey there’s a head contact rule where you automatically get a four-minute penalty,” he said.

“At the end of the day that by itself is really going to help the skill players, yet it’s also going to help the competitive player because nobody is taking body checking out of the game. You’re just trying to take penalties out of the game.” Even in a non-hitting environment like Atom Division hockey, Svejkovsky said the players are taught to be aggressive because that’s a big part of the game. But they’re not being taught to elbow an opponent in the head or push them into the boards from behind. Svejkovsky said taking interference out of the game has contributed to the sport being faster and more severe injuries. The game will slow down once players start thinking about how they’re going to hit, he added. “When I look at hockey now I still see a great game that I think is going to get better because there are good people out there looking after it. Look at Brendan Shanahan (chief player disciplinarian for the NHL). “You have a skilled yet very competitive guy. Who else (is better) to decide if this hit is to take a player out or just a competitive thing. Things happen fast and there are still going to be injuries. “I’ve seen head injuries in basketball and different sports, but again I think steps are being made for (hockey) to be continuously a great game and more and more fun.”

Sandhu shining in Major Midget Four locals playing with Canadians by Don Fennell Sports Editor With nine points in his first eight games, R i c h m o n d ’s Ty l e r Sandhu is 10th in scoring in the B.C. Major Midget Hockey League and only three points back of leader Jake Virtanen of the Fraser Valley Bruins. Sandhu scored twice last weekend to boost his season goal total to six as the Greater Vancouver Canadians earned three of a possible four points against the Cariboo Cougars, tying 2-2 and winning 7-3. Third in the standings at 6-2-0, the Ca-

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Clichéd portrayals of gym teachers as tyrants with whistles may still exist in Hollywood scripts, but today’s physical educators are as likely to be concerned about the broader societal implications of healthy lifestyles as they are about a student’s ability to climb a rope. At the 25th annual Quality Daily Physical Education Conference, taking place at Douglas College this week , more than 300 physical education teachers and researchers from across B.C. will gather to discuss how schools can do a better job of ensuring students stay active and healthy – which ultimately helps them learn better, too. “Physical education is no longer at the periphery of the curriculum,” says Brian Storey, a conference organizer and chair of the Sport Science Department at Douglas. “It’s a recognizable contributor to both academic and health-related outcomes. Health professionals, education professionals and the general public now agree that schools need to be healthy, active communities.”

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Spat over big sewage bill looms for Metro cities Costly upgrades for Lions Gate, Iona treatment plants by Jeff Nagel Black Press Taxpayers from all over Metro Vancouver may be forced to help pay a huge bill to rebuild the sewage treatment plants that serve Vancouver and the North Shore. Those cities are supposed to cover more than half of the expected $1.4-billion cost of upgrading the Lions Gate and Iona sewage treatment plants that serve their residents. But Metro Vancouver chief ﬁnancial ofﬁcer Jim Rusnak told a recent budget meeting the

region may change the existing formula to create a single sewerage area – effectively making all areas pay equally for the upgrades to secondary treatment. That would soften the hit to taxpayers in Vancouver, North Vancouver and West Vancouver but make property owners everywhere else pay more. Surrey Coun. Marvin Hunt warns it could jack annual sewage fees by perhaps $200 per home in areas like Surrey, Langley and the northeast sector. “It’s just not fair,” Hunt said, adding he hopes an internal review by regional administrators will torpedo the idea. “Otherwise you will hear an awful lot of screaming from South of the Fraser and it will be a very uncomfortable process at Metro.” Hunt said the North Shore is understandably alarmed about the sewer upgrade bill, which threatens to add $1,000 to the annual fees each

household pays unless Ottawa and Victoria step in with big cost-sharing grants. But he said the current formula set in 1996 forced areas like Surrey – which uses Metro’s Annacis Island treatment plant – to pay the bulk of the costs when Annacis was upgraded. “If it was fair then, it’s fair now,” Hunt said of the formula. “The guys who are hurting are screaming. The rest of us are saying ‘What’s the problem? You made us pay for it – yell at the federal government.’” Even with no change in the formula, around 45 per cent of the upgrade cost would be spread across the region. As a result, sewer bills are projected to climb as much as 300 per cent over the next 20 years in areas like Surrey, Coquitlam and Maple Ridge. North Vancouver City Mayor Darrell Mussatto is pressing the province and the federal government to each shoulder one third of the costs.

But he doubts the Metro cost-sharing formula can be rejigged to force non-beneﬁtting cities to pay more. “I don’t think that’s going to ﬂy,” Mussatto said. “They had to pay a lot for theirs. We can’t now say they should pay for ours as well. We can’t change the rules half way through the game.” But he said the debate underscores how critical the issue is for taxpayers. “This is a huge cost driver for the region,” he said, adding there’s so far no guarantee Metro will get any grants. Mussatto has proposed Metro delay up to $12 million in design work set to start next year for the Lions Gate plant in hopes Ottawa and Victoria might stump up some money for that initial phase. Metro must choose next year whether to build a bare bones Lions Gate replacement or spend even more for one that’s more environmentally advanced.

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The only reason some dental offices still do this is to provide a service to their patients. Once upon a time it was standard procedure (so I’m told but was before my time). However, in most cases it is unnecessary. When dental treatment is provided, your dentist (like your grocery store) expects to be paid when you receive the treatment. In an office which accepts insurance payments (called ‘assignment’) they will bill the insurance company directly for their portion and you for the remainder. Unfortunately, many insurance plans are becoming increasingly more difficult for dental offices to deal with, making this a bigger hassle than it already was. Unbeknownst to most patients (and even some dentists) this creates an accounting hassle (nightmare in many cases) for the office. If for some reason your coverage has changed and the insurance plan now reneges on payment the dental office must now collect from the patient after the fact. Guess who comes out as the bad guy? The dentist! In the other scenario where “assignment” is not accepted, you have treatment, you pay your bill, the dental office still does all the paperwork for you but has your insurance plan pay their reimbursement directly to you. With this scenario, patients have a better understanding of their dental plan, how it works and what to expect.

Most retirees still rely on GICs and bonds to provide much of their retirement income, augmenting their government and pension benefits. The only problem is that there’s often very little income left over after taxes, as interest rates remain low and the interest is fully taxable.

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temperature. If the furnace fan is not running, place the fan in the ‘on’ mode. Now, go to the furnace to continue your diagnosis. If the fan is not running, check the breaker, fuse, and/or the switch for the furnace. If the breaker was tripped, leave it off and check the furnace wiring for loose connections. Also, you should look for burn spots on the control board and replace the board if spots are found. Be sure to call us if you find you would prefer a professional to do the job. Ashton stands ready to take care of your plumbing, heating and air conditioning problems.

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The second coin is a $25 — .999 fine silver coin and features Wayne skating and a cameo of his father Walter Gretzky, issue price is $99.99. Third is a $200 gold coin also featuring Wayne seated and a cameo of his father, issue price is $1,299.99 with only 999 coins made. The Mint donates a portion of the sale of all three coins to the Wayne Gretzky Foundation.

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Treaty commission calls for political will Treaty talks are proceeding too slowly by Tom Fletcher Black Press The head of the B.C. Treaty Commission wants her mandate extended one more year to see if the federal-provincial effort to settle aboriginal land claims has a future after two decades. Chief Commissioner Sophie Pierre’s threeyear appointment is set to end next March. The former chief and administrator of the Ktunaxa-Kinbasket Tribal Council in southeastern

B.C. has tried to speed up progress since her appointment in 2009, a period that saw two treaties implemented and another signed. As the commission tabled its 19th annual report Wednesday in Victoria, Pierre turned up the heat. She said treaty talks have become “just another program of government” where Ottawa in particular is holding up progress. “We believe as a commission that with political will, with strong political direction, we could have seven treaties instead of two, right now, and we could have nine comprehensive agreements instead of the one that we have,” Pierre said. After implementation of the Tsawwassen First Nation treaty in Metro Vancouver and the Maa-Nulth treaty on southwestern Vancouver Island, the Yale treaty in the Fraser Canyon was ratiﬁed as the federal government launched an inquiry into the state of Fraser River salmon

stocks. That put ﬁsh negotiations on hold for all remaining treaties until the inquiry determines what ﬁsh there are to divide up. Jerry Lampert, the federal appointee to the treaty commission, agreed with Pierre that federal negotiators have too narrow a mandate, and have to go back to Ottawa for approval of each area of agreement. Pierre said Ottawa needs to turn its experienced negotiators loose to do their work, and take things off the table that are not going to be negotiated. If that doesn’t produce results, she said they should shut treaty negotiations down. B.C. Aboriginal Relations Minister Mary Polak attended the treaty commission news conference, a first since it was established. She said the province remains committed to reaching treaties, despite the B.C. government’s recent emphasis on non-treaty

“We believe as a commission that with political will, with strong political direction, we could have seven treaties instead of two...” - Sophie Pierre

resource agreements. Premier Christy Clark’s recent jobs plan included a target of 10 new non-treaty agreements with aboriginal people by 2015. Resource agreements for timber, and more recently mine revenue sharing, have helped to keep the momentum for broader treaties going, Polak said.

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How important is your posture? One of our favourite expressions is “posture is the window to your spine.” All your life you have been told to “stand up straight ... watch your posture.” Hopefully you have listened to the advice because you will look better and have more energy. If posture is out of balance, the spine is out of balance, putting unhealthy pressure upon your nervous system. Activities as subtle as sleeping, traumas like emotional stress, work or auto injuries, recreational injuries and even the birthing process itself can result in spinal imbalances. Your spine is the most important factor affecting your posture. In order to have the best possible posture and health your spine has to be in the best possible condition. Thus, a chiropractic checkup can help keep your spine and posture healthy.

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designers. In London and Paris, one overriding trend is Bangs, not swept to the side, but full, long and luscious. Bangs define a face and show the eyes off beautifully. Straight hair is gone! We will see lots of volume and all manner of curly or wavy hair. To obtain volume, you may even wish to consider a perm. Today’s perms are chemically greatly improved. They are almost odorless, and leave the hair with wonderful curls, full of sheen and elasticity. These perms are easily blown out, and restyled into soft flowing curl. The other side of this style trend is short personality defining cuts. These are for adventurous, confident women, and are lots of fun.

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The City of Richmond is offering free water meters and free installation for single-family houses in Richmond until December 2012. There is currently nothing in place to provide free water meters beyond that date, but new homes and major home renovations are already required to pay for water meters to be installed. As the price of water in Metro Vancouver continues to rise, it makes more sense to use a water meter and only pay for the water you use. Water meters are the City’s way of distributing the cost of water in a fair and equitable way among everyone who uses it. The entire process to get a water meter is free. Simply call Neptune (604-271-9700) to inquire about the program or sign-up online at www.watermeter.ca and they will send a technician to your home to locate where the meter will be installed. After that, you still have a choice if you wish to proceed with the installation or not. Neptune will never charge home owners for the work completed to survey or install the meter. The entire process can be as quick as 3 weeks from the time you call to when your meter is installed, and you don’t have to be home for the installation.

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Q: What do most people not know about

I just recently started to play hockey again and felt a sharp groin twinge during our 1st game into the season. I sat out and rested the next few games, but every time I try to skate, it still feels like its strained. I’ve been stretching as much as possible but it still hurts. It doesn’t feel like I can skate as fast as I usually do without that sharp pain coming back. What do I do?

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Most people don’t know that passwords that are “remembered” on a computer, notably in web browsers but also in the operating system internals, are recoverable by much of the malware out there. And that malware is more than happy to send those passwords off to organised crime to do with what they may. Today’s malware also knows how to scan inside documents and spreadsheets looking for names, e-mail accounts, passwords, credit card numbers, bank account information, and to capture key strokes and thus even more passwords. If you know you’ve been exploited, or that someone is using one or more of your on-line accounts, make sure you find the leak and then change all your passwords. Don’t forget the secondary e-mail accounts in services such as GMail or Facebook as hackers, once they gain control of your accounts, will point those secondary e-mail addresses to their own and get your passwords all over again. Remember those phone in cyber-crooks purporting to be from Microsoft that I reported on several months back? They are still at it. Regular law enforcement seems powerless to stop them.

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Q: Why do I need to have insurance on my home and belongings? A:

In my business, I hear all too often that clients don’t have home insurance….and each time I hear it I cringe. If you have ever been through a claim, you will understand the relief when you hear that your losses due to fire, theft or accident are covered by your home insurance. I have just experienced my first claim in nearly 30 years, a flood during my renovation and another flood (same day) by a brand new dishwasher. I can’t imagine going through the last two months without that support and peace of mind. This is not a plug for insurance brokers, this is a plea to check your options, pick a plan that works for you and your budget, and get your property covered by a good insurance plan. It may cover things like ……water and fire damage, theft, accidents that happen on your property, damage caused by a faulty appliance, or even the replacement of your home. Whether you are a tenant or a home-owner, or a home-owner with a tenant, living without insurance is risking everything that you own. If you do not have insurance, please check your options. If you do have insurance, make sure that you have the best plan for you and your family….is your jewelry covered? is that new guitar noted on your file? what about your bikes? And your laptop and Ipad…..update your file, take photos of all of your belongings and store those photos somewhere safe…what is your deductable? do you have betterment insurance? liability insurance? Seriously, update your plan today and make sure your insurance coverage fits your needs. I just watched the news about a local family who lost everything due to a house fire and they had no insurance…. please don’t let that be you! If I can help, please call me! I give good advice….

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Glaucoma is an eye disease affecting the optic nerve (the internal structure connecting the eye to the brain), and is a leading cause of blindness. Vision loss due to glaucoma typically begins with peripheral or side vision, and the condition is sometimes called a “silent thief” because significant eye-sight can be lost before symptoms are even noticed. Your eye doctor may perform a peripheral vision test to detect early signs of glaucoma and related vision loss. Other risk factors, such as elevated eye pressure, family history, age, ethnicity, and suspicious optic nerve appearance also aid in the early detection of glaucoma, even before vision loss begins. Only your doctor can determine if you have glaucoma and compliance of regular eye examinations is the best thing you can do for early detection and to protect yourself from glaucomatous vision loss. Depending on the type and severity of glaucoma, treatment can include medications and/or surgery.

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My massage therapist has told me that I should try yoga. There are so many types — how do I know which one’s the right one for me?

good exercise, why is that?

A: The abdominal crunch is one of the most popular

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Chronic groin strain injuries are very common in hockey. Repetitive usage of the hip flexors and adductors can lead to their general wear and tear associated with being an active individual. Gentle light stretching of both muscle groups will allow for the tightness to diminish, but the fact that the injury continues to occur indicates that the problem could be due to a pelvic mal-alignment issue. Whenever a muscle gets used a lot it has a tendency to shorten as it becomes stronger due to the force it must exert. This then affects the alignment of the pelvic bones due to their attachment to the bone, the end result to its mal-alignment which allows the muscle to heal at a much slower rate. Through various mobilization techniques which help to restore proper alignment and movement of the bones, muscle releasing techniques, and a proper stretching/ strengthening program, the Therapists at Evolution Sport Therapy will be able to determine which factors could be affecting your groin injury and get you back to playing hockey as quick as possible.

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Q: I was told that crunches aren’t a very exercises at the gym. Although they really burn after you do quite a few, it does not strengthen the deep core muscles that stabilize your spine and pelvis. In other words, it does not do a whole lot for improving core stability. A full sit-up, front and side planks, and wood-chops are far more effective at strengthening the entire core region. Give these exercises a try the next time you’re at the gym.

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Richmond, B.C. V7C 4V4 isaac@purepayne.ca www.purepayne.ca

This is an excellent question – and one that many people never seem to find an answer to. With such a wide range of offerings – from Iyengar to Vinyasa Flow to Dog Yoga (really!), there are many, many options to choose from. When you say that your massage therapist told you to try yoga, I’m assuming that this was from a health professional assessment, and not just you and her having a chat in line at Costco. If you are seeing a massage therapist (or a doctor of Chiropractic, or a physiotherapist) for an on-going physiological issue, the first choice to make is a simple one. It’s one that is the foundation of any yoga practice – honor your body. Meaning: if you live a somewhat-sedentary lifestyle and are nursing an injury, you may not want to launch into a Power Yoga class right out of the gate. Baby steps, people. Any style of yoga class has its roots back into classical Hatha Yoga. I would encourage new-comers to really go back to basics for at least a couple of classes, to ensure they understand the basic ABC’s and 1-2-3’s of posture, alignment and breath work before moving on. Ensure that the instructor that has been certified through a reputable training facility, and make sure that you inform them prior to taking a class that you have an injury, so that they may offer modifications throughout the practice. Before you get locked into a long-term financial commitment, see if you can try the class. Don’t be discouraged if you need to seek a little to find the teacher that’s the right fit for you. Just like any other kind of education, we’re prepared to really absorb what we’re learning when we’re in tune with the teacher. Best of luck in your yoga quest, and happy stretching!

Shelley Jaffe, Certified Yoga Teacher

604-760-3433 110-11960 Hammersmith Way Richmond, BC graceandjoyyoga@gmail.com www.graceandjoyyoga. blogspot.com follow me on twitter: GraceJoyYoga

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JIM HINCHCLIFFE 604-328-1164 jhinchcliffe@sutton.com — Serving Richmond since 1984 —

Seafair

OPEN SAT/SUN

OPEN SUNDAY 2 – 4

2-4 PM

Terrific 2 level townhome in THE VILLAGE – perfect for pets with entrance off large fenced patio (plus there’s another big covered deck). This 2 bedroom & den, 3 bath, 2 parking home boasts high ceilings, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, walk-in closet in Master as well as insuite storage. Across from park you can walk to everything!

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$558,000

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Navi Dhillon 778.231.0745

Cozy 5 bedroom house in the quiet ‘Kings’ neighborhood. Open space and large rooms. Excellent location near schools, ﬁeld, Ironwood Shopping Centre, restaurants and two transit stops. Also with 2 bedroom mortgage helper in the lower level.

SOL

503-7362 ELMBRIDGE WAY • $489,999

Grace Lo 604.600.9830

RARE opportunity to own this beautiful ‘Flo’ apartment opening into the entire courtyard! Enjoy easy walking access from the patio to the courtyard, gym, outdoor pool, playground, games room.Luxurious highrise from Onni.. Floor-to-ceiling windows in bright, beautiful, spacioius 2 bed/2bath. Kitchen features stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Close to Canada Line, restaurants, and Richmond shopping malls.

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OPEN SUN

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‘Detached’ Steveston townhouse in seldom available but highly sought after GARRY CORNER. This quaint Heritage style home has beautiful solid hardwood floors, spacious 1,800 sq ft plan that boasts 3 generous bedrooms plus an open den up. Entertainment sized living & dining rooms and the open kitchen overlooks family room. Sunny west yard.

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Seafair beauty with peek-aboo view of the west dyke and Georgia Strait. From the new roof, furnace, h/w tank, plumbing and wiring, most major items have been taken care of. New balconies front and back, 2 gas f/p’s, fully finished basement. Great neighborhood and close to schools, Q-golf club and steps to the dyke. Come by and see for yourself.

West Richmond Investor Alert

Well maintained Richmond special on desirable 66 x 140 lot in West Richmond. Offers 3 bdrm and den, updates include all new vinyl windows, 2 gas f/p’s, Lennox high efficiency furnace, 2 yr old h/w tank, family room remodel includes: river rock fireplace, pot lights and wired for home theater.

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Bob Schmitz W E S T M A R

604.908.2045 www.bobschmitz.net 1051 WELLINGTON CR, SEA ISLAND, RICHMOND, $589,000.00 MLS #V916419 Safe, convenient, and cozy. This pretty well sums up Burkeville. Enjoy this great starter home with 4 bdrms on a huge nearly 6000 sq ft lot with a west facing rear private yard. This original floorplan still holds the charm of yesteryear. Most of the fir floor is still in place. The kitchen has been updated along with most of the electrical & plumbing. All of this covered by a 4 yr old roof. Gardeners dream yard and a 500sqft very unique workshop built quite recently with loads of natural light. A page right out of the New Yankee Workshop. This home is a great find for those wanting to get away from the townhouse or in need of running a home based business.

504- 9268 122ND ST, QUEEN MARY PARK SURREY, SURREY, $256,000.00 MLS# F1122500 Located in popular Whispering Cedars complex, this 3 bdrm townhome is ideal for the ﬁrst timers or those wanting more space than a condo. Fresh paint & laminate ﬂrs make this very much a move in home for the young family. Downstairs is nice & open & features access to a great backyard w/deck & garden shed that backs onto the green space behind. Lots of storage down w/sep laundry area & 2 pc bath. Upstairs has 3 good size bdrms & a huge storage rm. Master even has a balcony for morning java. Complex in good condition w/roofs & sliding done very recently. 2 vehicle carport. Lots of visitor pkg. Great value & great location. Quick possession? No problem.

1171 WELLINGTON CR, SEA ISLAND, RICHMOND, $899,900.00 MLS #V896407 COME HOME TO BURKEVILLE...RICHMOND’S BEST KEPT SECRET. This outstanding home is 2171sqft. Built in 1999, it offers 3/4 bdrms, 2 full baths, games rm, great rm, concept kitchen & eating area, large separate dining & living rms. Master with gorgeous ensuite & private deck. French doors lead to a fully fenced & manicured west facing garden w/stamped concrete walkways & patio. 34x24 detached garage/shop W/12’ 4” ceiling, fully plumbed & wired for 220V. Buildable area to accommodate in-laws or adult children. Ideal for those car or hobby enthusiasts or all of the boy toys. Great potential for a mortgage helper. Low maint yard, 9 zone sprinkler system, engineered hardwood, and on. By appointment only.

12028 OSPREY CT, WESTWIND, RICHMOND, $1,388,000 MLS #V910879 Truly one of a kind large 5 bdrm family home located on 7000 sq ft lot in a cul-de-sac in one of Richmond’s most sought after locations. Near schools, recreation & Steveson Village. Meticulously maintained w/recent improvements incl roof & exterior paint. Glimmering H/W ﬂoors & detailed crown moudings. All principal rooms generous in size. Huge formal LR & DR. Gourmet kitchen boasts gas range, big island, walk in working pantry & eating area. Plus a good size bdrm on the main w/separate entrance & bath. Nanny quarters? All opens out to a huge sunny backyd w/great covered area.

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Caroline To & Gary K. Louis P.R.E.C 604-812-8228 604-818-7000 www.carolineto.com www.garyklouis.com

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This lovely three bedroom townhouse in Branscombe Mews has style and comfort featuring stainless steel appliances, Karadon countertops, custom built cabinets in the living room and recreation room. A large wrap-around East facing backyard has been beautifully landscaped and the kitchen opens up to a large West facing deck. Single garage with second covered spot. View to appreciate

MLS V907827 1103-8120 Lansdowne Road

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Prado, quality built highrise by APPIA located in Downtown Richmond. NE unit with panoramic city & mountain views. 2-Bedroom + Den (could be 3rd bdrm) + bath, 2 side-by-side parking & covered balcony! Very spacious 1,088 Sq Ft open layout, modern & elegant, cutting-edge kitchen features S/S appl, luxury caesar stone countertop, Euro-style full height tile backsplash & recessed pot lighting. Bold-look baths have caesar stone countertops & undermount sinks, laminate wood grain cabinets, elegant ceramic tile flrs, tub & shower surround, handsome faucet & fixtures, soaker tub & separate shower stall. H/W floors in living / dining rooms & den.

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This warm and inviting 4 bedroom home has had a number of great updates over the years but stayed within the charm of the old neighbourhood. Original gleaming fir flooring throughout the wide open floor plan of the main floor level. Also on the main is a generous size bedroom with loads of natural light. Oversized dining room for the larger sized table and chairs, and a bright updated kitchen with eating area. Upstairs you have 3 bedrooms and a ton of storage. There is also a loft area in one of the bedrooms. Great for the kids to hang out in. Around 1800 sqft of comfortable living on a huge 7200 sqft very private and fully fenced corner lot. Convenient to all transportation and safe for the family. Come home to Burkeville today. See what you have been missing.

GOLDMASTER PLATINUM

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• NEW LISTING • 7660 CHEVIOT PLACE, RMD • $1,180,000 A SHOWSTOPPER! Come see how a European craftsman turns a 3 level split in Richmond into an interior designers delight & what any professional couple or young executive family would be proud to own. Off the dining room & kitchen is a large sundeck in an almost completely private rear garden ideal for entertaining & a perfect setting for “little ones”! A single detached garage with adjoining workshop at the rear of the property is great for the hobbyist & this all sits on over 8,400 sq.ft. in a quiet cul-desac with an easy walk to “Blundell Centre” & both Elementary & Secondary Schools.

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CLOSE OUT SALE STARTS THIS WEEKEND! MANAGER’S SPECIAL ON SELECT HOMES. TWO BEDROOMS FROM THE 230’S*! OVER 80% SOLD! This collection of premium, luxury ﬂats at Salus, is the ﬁnal release at this international award-winning community based on health and wellness. Enjoy clear views to the mountains from your private rooftop lanai or entertain in your ultra gourmet kitchen (select homes). Priced from the low 200’s*. MOVE IN TODAY!

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Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.

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HOME BASED BUSINESS We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

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We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-7235051.

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WANTED IMMEDIATELY American Cartage has opening for company drivers with container experience. Must have valid port pass & class 1 license. Call Gloria or Maureen at 604-513-3681

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FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944

For flat deck and heavy haul divisions of a busy Langley based company. 2 trucks available for lease to own. Must have previous experience.

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The Surrey 2012 BC Summer Games Board of Directors are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic OPERATIONS MANAGER, adept at leading, organizing and managing an event that will bring together up to 3,800 participants (athletes, coaches, managers, and officials) and 3500 volunteers. The successful candidate must be extremely confident in their ability to develop the Surrey 2012 BC Summer Games into a community event to remember. The OPERATIONS MANAGER will be required to set up and maintain a well functioning Games office and provide support to the Board of Directors (16) and their 73+ Chairs. Related Duties Duties will include: hiring and supervising all Games staff, assisting volunteers in meeting critical deadlines, assisting/ monitoring the functioning of various systems and processes, coordinating the dismantling procedure of all Games property, and attending all required meetings. Past experience in event and/or BC Games planning required. Education & Experience The successful applicant should possess a minimum post secondary diploma in business, recreation, event management or other related field. A minimum 2 years experience in event planning or working with a not for profit society is also preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered. Remuneration is $3,600 per month plus 10% of salary in lieu of benefits.

Please send resume and covering letter by October 27th, 2011 to: President, Surrey 2012 BC Summer Games Society c/o Parks, Recreation & Culture Department City of Surrey 14245 – 56 Ave, Surrey, BC Canada V3X 3A2 Or Email to summer@surrey2012.ca The Surrey 2012 BC Summer Games Board of Directors thanks all that apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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NOW HIRING! Distribution Centre Manager Delta, BC Big Lots Canada hires people who will flourish in our fun and fast-paced environment. Our associates are encouraged to try new ideas, make decisions, and take on greater responsibilities. If you’re interested in joining a fantastic team - and Canada’s newest broadline closeout retailer contact us today! The successful candidate will possess: • Five years previous managerial experience within a Distribution Center • Thorough knowledge of supply chain management • Demonstrated leadership ability • Previous Warehouse Management System (WMS) and PC knowledge and ability required. • Previous experience leading Supervisor equivalent positions preferred. • Strong oral and written communication, analytical, organizational and time management skills required. • Ability to perform physical activity at a sustained pace including walking, bending and lifting Send your cover letter/resume to: work@lwstores.com

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Required for Dorman Timber 7/15/2011 4:44:57 PM Ltd. in the Fraser Valley area. Must have previous experience. First Aid is an asset. Competitive Wages. Please fax resumes with covering letter to 604-796-0318 or e-mail: mikayla.tamihilog@shaw.ca

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Rio Tinto Alcan is the aluminum product group of Rio Tinto, headquartered in Montreal, Canada. Building on more than a century of experience and expertise, Rio Tinto Alcan is the global leader in the aluminum industry. With over 24,000 employees in 27 countries, Rio Tinto Alcan is a global supplier of high-quality bauxite, alumina and primary aluminum. Its AP smelting technology is the industry benchmark and its enviable hydroelectric power position delivers significant competitive advantages in today’s carbon-constrained world. As part of Rio Tinto Alcan Primary Metal North America, the company’s BC Operations is based in Kitimat, British Columbia and is one of the largest industrial complexes in the province. Employing about 1400 people and contributing more than $269 million annually to the provincial economy, the Kitimat based aluminum operation is poising for future growth. Rio Tinto Alcan is seeking to fill the roles below based in Kitimat, B.C. Intermediate Electrical Engineer Ref: KIT0000K Reporting to the Maintenance Coordinator, the Electrical Engineer takes responsibility for the asset management and reliability of plant equipment and machinery. The incumbent provides technical support to maintenance, operations and project personnel regarding reliability, availability and maintainability while ensuring personnel adhere to safe work practices, legal requirements, codes and industrial standards. To qualify for this position the candidate must have: -Bachelors electrical engineering degree complemented by Professional Affiliation (P.Eng) in B.C. or eligible to register -5 years’ related experience in an industrial setting -Technical - Understanding of design principals, project tracking tools and HSEQ Management System Standards -Systems - Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software Service Delivery Specialist Ref: KIT0001J Under the supervision of the Service Delivery Manager, this role is responsible for sourcing projects of a large scope and assisting with the development and increase of purchase volume results through established sourcing processes and contract management practices. Key accountabilities include: -Ensure effective delivery of all agreed services to internal and external customers -Provide business support and evaluation of services -Manage and direct contract implementation and supplier review processes -Responsible for negotiating commercially favorable contacts within applicable service expectations -Conduct effective market research, supplier strategy development and negotiation strategy planning. -Perform effective contract writing and management To qualify for this position, the candidate must have -Bachelors Degree or equivalent education/experience in related field -Minimum 5 years experience in procurement -Industrial experience -Knowledge of supply chain best practices and contract law The rewards and benefits of working for Rio Tinto are market benchmarked and very competitive, including an attractive remuneration package, regular salary reviews, incentive programs, employee savings plan, competitive pension plan, a self education assistance policy, and comprehensive health & disability programs. To apply, please submit an online application (resume) directly at our website at jobs.riotinto.ca Resumes must be received by Sunday, October 30, 2011. Rio Tinto Alcan would like to thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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ROCK IS seeking a Qualified Safety Officer. Must be familiar with Work Safe and National Safety regulations; experience in drill/blast operations an asset. Conduct New Employee Safety Orientation, Safety Meetings and Accident/Incident reports. Must have good communication and interpersonal skills and First Aid certified. Wage based on experience. This position is field oriented, requires travelling to various job locations. Please forward resume to resume@rcmi.ca or fax to (250) 828-1948.

WAREHOUSE PLANT WORKERS Required by Fish Processing Plant for day shifts Please apply at: #200-11251 River Rd. Richmond.

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We are Rio Tinto Alcan (RTA) the aluminum product group of Rio Tinto (RT) - a leading international mining group (http://www.riotinto.com) and the global leader in the aluminum industry. We supply high quality bauxite, alumina and aluminum worldwide and our AP smelting technology is the industry benchmark. To sustain this enviable market position, we count on the driving force of our 24,000 employees in 27 countries, all sharing our passion for excellence in product innovation, global practices and standards and cutting - edge technology. In particular, our commitment to excellence in managing Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) responsibilities is the hallmark of our activities. Our ultimate goal is ZERO - zero injuries, zero occupational illnesses, and zero environmental harm. Located in the Kitimat region of British Columbia, the Kitimat, Kemano and Watershed operations are part of Rio Tinto Alcan Primary Metal North America. Over the next four years, the Kitimat Smelter will convert from 1950’s reduction technology to the most advanced version of AP40 technology. The new smelter will produce up to 420,000 tonnes of aluminum annually, primarily supplying the Asian markets. Rio Tinto Alcan is seeking a qualified person to fill the role noted below: POWERLINE TECHNICIAN Ref no. KIT0001F This job entails all aspects of the trade with a focus on transmission line maintenance. The hourly wage rate for power line technician is $40.639/hour. To qualify for this position, the successful candidate must possess: -Interprovincial journeyman lineman trades qualification -Industrial experience (3+ years is preferred but consideration will be given to recent graduates of powerline technician certification programs). -Experience in utility distribution systems -A valid British Columbia drivers license Employees are represented by the Canadian Autoworkers Local 2301. We offer an attractive remuneration package and relocation assistance, a range of Rio Tinto benefits, as well as the sought after opportunity to develop and expand upon your knowledge and experience with a world leader in the industry. Northern residency and experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the North, are assets. To apply, please submit an online application (resume) directly at our website at jobs.riotinto.ca or send your resume to the following address: Rio Tinto Alcan, Recruitment Coordinator, PO Box 1800, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H2. Resumes must be received by Friday, November 18, 2011. Rio Tinto Alcan would like to thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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Best House CLEANERS. Trusted & reliable. Filipino owned & operated, licensed Prof. touch. Supplies incl’s. House & Office. Move-In/Move-Out. Free Estimate! Daisy 604-727-2955

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PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 32 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

STAMPED CONCRETE FPatios FPool Decks FSidewalks FDriveways FForming FFinishing FRe & Re All Your Concrete Needs 30yrs exp. Quality workmanship Fully Insured

Danny 604 - 307 - 7722

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SH DRAFTING & DESIGN • Mechanical / Structural • Architectural / Home Renos. • Preliminary & Final Plans

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DRYWALL REPAIRS, CEILING TEXTURE SPRAYING. Small Job Specialist. Mike at (604)341-2681

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#1167 $25 service call, 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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GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

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ADDITIONS, Renovations & New Construction. Concrete Forming & Framing Specialist. 604.218.3064 Home Renos/additions. Bsmts, sundecks, bthrms, int finish. Reas rates. We help LEGALIZE suites. 604-441-6624, 604-325-6624 SMALL JOB specialist, all repairs. Carpenty & flooring. Kit. & bthrooms a specialty. Dan 604-761-9717

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RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

ABOVE RICHMOND CENTRE, 6088 Minoru Blvd, 1 bdrm apt. No pet or smoking. $1150/mth. Pls call (604)780-2079. CLEAN 2 BR app. on Bridgeport and Airey Drive, top floor, huge balcony, 3 patio doors, mountain view, close to major routes/skytrain/shops, 2 bathrooms, 2 parking spots, w/d, hot water included. 1200$. 604-247-2264.

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

2 BASEMENT SUITES FOR RENT 1 BEDROOM FOR $600 2 BEDROOM FOR $700 FOR MORE INFO CALL (604)7223312

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RICHMOND, #2/Granville. 1 Bdrm ste, west facing. Nr amens. Nov 1. $740/mo incl hydro & wireless net. NP/NS. No lndry. 604-805-8517. RICHMOND, #4/Granville. Lrg clean 2 bdrm. Gas F/P. Nov. 1. $925 incl utils. ns/np. 604-276-2064

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RICHMOND #5 Rd/Cambie. 2 bdrm NS/NP. $900 incl Lndry & utils. Suit adults. 604-277-1234 bet 5-10pm.

2002 CHRYSLER INTREPID 105K kms, great shape/condition, Air/care 2013, no accident, fully loaded, $3500 obo 604-441-7685

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2004 OPTRA air cond., loaded, 4 door, 127m,000km. Air Cared. $4500 obo 604-780-8404

Book your ad in more than 600 community newspapers across Canada with bcclassified.com! Call 604-575-5555 Richmond cls to #2 & Francis. Lrg, quiet 3 bd g/l. $1200+50% util, n/s, n/p, now, 604-836-2372 or lve msg. RICHMOND Ironwood. Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d 2 bdrm grnd lvl. $950/mo incl cable, utils. Nov 1st. N/S. N/P. Call: 604377-6665, 604-916-0462. RICHMOND. Sparkling 2 bdrm priv F/P, 4 appls, lndry. Carport, fenced N//P. $1095. Nov 1. 604-833-2103

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SUITES, UPPER

TOWNHOUSES

RICHMOND 2 bdrm. & den, 3 level t/h, nice cond. 5 appl., single gar., $1495 mo. Avail. now. C.21 Prudential 604-232-3025 RICHMOND

CARS - DOMESTIC

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

Autos â&#x20AC;˘ Trucks â&#x20AC;˘ Equipment Removal

2001 BMW 320i gd cond, low kms, aircared news tires, auto $6200obo 604-832-7072 / 778-552-1462

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

2002 Honda Civic 4 dr auto aircared mag whls. 170,000k. $4,900 obo. 604-836-5931, 778-895-7570. 2004 Honda CRV EX, black, 68,900 kms. $15,490. Exc cond. orig. owner. 2.4 L auto, real time AWD. Extra set of summer tires, flr/cargo mats. Call Joe 604-850-0354 7 - 9 pm. 2011 NISSAN VERSA, 4 door, hatchback, auto. grey, new tires. $9300 firm. Call 604-538-4883. OKANAGANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: www.bcmotorproducts.com 250-545-2206

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RECREATIONAL/SALE

1999 Slumber Queen Adventurer Camper

Close to schools & public transportation. Spacious 2 & 3 bdrm townhouses. 6 Applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s., balcony, 2 car garage, 2 full baths, gas f/p. 1 Year lease required. No Pets. 10 Foot WS model with all the trimmings, 13â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Sansui TV, queen bed 8 foot awning & much more! Excellent Condition. Reduced to $7000. Please call: 604-535-5777 or 604-785-6827

Professionally Managed by Colliers International Call 604-841-2665

1 & 2 Bdrms Available Immediately

TRANSPORTATION

2008 R-VISION TRAIL LITE

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Call 604-830-4002 or 604-830-8246 Swiss Mountain pups. Look like Bernese but short-hair & smaller. $1500. Gentle. 604-795-7662. Toy Poodle cross pups, 2nd shots, short & stocky, 4 mo, male, $600; female, $750. 1(604)354-3003 or email: dinkytoi@hotmail.ca

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 533

FERTILIZERS

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure $160/13 yds or Well Rotted $180/10 yds. Free Delivery Richmond area. 604-856-8877

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FURNITURE

MATTRESSES staring at $99 â&#x20AC;˘ Twins â&#x20AC;˘ Fulls â&#x20AC;˘ Queens â&#x20AC;˘ Kings 100â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

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14,400k, Ford V-10, fully loaded, walk-around queen, lrg. living rm. slide w/ topper, sleeps 8 gen. (2.5hrs.), back-up cam., electric step, great pass through storage, exc. cond. (ns/np) $47,000

Richmond. Lg 2 bdrm + den. 1140 sq. ft. View property. Indry, parking. $1700/m Nov. 1. Call 604-808-4911

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Call: 604-626-8566 or 604-536-0416 (eve.)

HOMES FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT Steveston Village. 3 bdrms, 2 full baths, 3 parking, newly renovated, quiet CDS, 5 mins walk to Steveston Park and community ctr. $2100/mth. (778)388-9998 RAILWAY/WILLIAMS 3 bdrm house, 2 levels, fam/rm, dble garage & fncd yard, insuite laundry. Yard maint by owner. TJ @ Sutton Proact, (604)728-5460 RICHMOND, William & Shell. Newly renovated. 6 Bdrms, 2 baths, 2 kits, deck, lots of prkg, N/S. N/P. $2200/mo incl water, avail Nov 1st. 604-277-8269.

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TRUCKS & VANS

1995 AEROSTAR XLT Sport, good shape, quick sale $1700 obo (604)541-1457 2001 DODGE CARAVAN. White w/grey interior, exc cond. 123,000 kms. $4,300. Call 604-859-7233

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BOATS

ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; or 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 604-319-5720

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

1 bdrm w/o bsmt suite avail Nov1, lctd at 188/53ave.N/S,N/P. inc.util. Ref. reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, call 604-726-8014 .

BLUNDELL & #2 RD. Lg 3 bdrm, nr school/bus/shops. Ns/np, avail now. $1200+60% utils. 604-277-4194

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS - Creditors of Tony Charles Lilly, deceased, formerly of 52-9111 No. 5 Road, Richmond, are required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned executor, c/o Owen Bird Law Corporation, PO Box 49130, 2900-595 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V7X 1J5, on or before the 25th day of November, 2011, after which date the estateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Anna Lilly, Executor. Owen Bird Law Corporation, Solicitors.

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The ladies of the Friday Knitting Group at Cambie Community Centre—including Ellie Hau, Shirley Ryan, Vicky Arcay—meet once a week to knit for Canada Comforts. They send assorted babies and toddlers blankets, birthing cloths, dolls, clothing, bandages and sheets for needy children in various countries. Anyone interested in knitting or learning to knit is more than welcome to drop by Friday at 10:30 at the East Richmond Community Hall. For more information call Linda at 604-233-8372.

As part of National Carrier Appreciation Week, Richmond Review editor Bhreandáin Clugston (left), publisher Mary Kemmis (right) and assistant sales manager Elana Gold (not in photo) did a paper route last Friday.

The Richmond Branch of the B.C. Registered Music Teachers Association held a special recital October 16 at Richmond Presbyterian Church. Featured were students receiving highest marks in the June 2011 piano exams. Pictured here with president of the Richmond Branch, Mimi Ho, are: Jeslyne Liu, Karen Wei, Emily Shi, Sam Wong, Elsa Ho, Elaine Au-Yang, Janice Chan, Susan Gao, Elisa Sung and Matthew Leung. Richmond residents, including Jimmy Wu and Celia Power and Jimmy Wu, made a splash last week as they came together for a unique community painting event, transforming the walls of Richmond Multicultural Community Services from grey and white to bright shades of yellow, green and blue to reﬂect the colours of the centre’s logo. The goal was to help lift the spirits of the newcomers to Richmond who use the services of the facility. The event was held as part of Let’s Colour Week, a global initiative supported by Dulux Paints in Canada and its parent company, AkzoNobel.

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Kudos is a weekly feature showcasing announcements, achievements and good deeds happening around town. E-mail submissions to news@richmond review.com

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Honda has received more quality awards than any other car maker ‡ and the Honda CR-V was named a “best buy” by the Consumer Guide£. So you can buy a car, or you can buy a Honda.

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MSRP is $27,880 including freight and PDI of $1,590. For all offers license, insurance, applicable taxes and registration are extra. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. *Limited time finance offer based on a new 2011 CR-V LX 2WD model RE3H3BEY and a 60 month finance term available only through Honda Canada Finance Inc. O.A.C. Finance example: $27,880 at 0.9% per annum equals $298 for 60 months. Freight and PDI of $1,590 included. Cost of borrowing is $402.60, for a total obligation of $31,785.00. Down payment of $13,905, first monthly payment, environmental fees and $0 security deposit due at finance inception. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. †0.9% lease APR for 48 months O.A.C. Monthly payment, including freight and PDI, is $298. Down payment of $2,552.72, first monthly payment, environmental fees and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $16,856.72. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 96,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. #$3,500 Honda cash purchase incentive is available on all select CR-V models. Honda cash purchase incentive will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease or finance offers. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. £http://consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com/2011-best-buy-and-recommended-awards1.htm. ‡ Honda Element, Fit, Accord, Accord Crosstour, Civic, Civic Insight (tie) and Ridgeline received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles in their respective categories in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2011 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 73,790 U.S. new-vehicle owners, measuring 234 models and measuring opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2011. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. **/*/†/#Offers valid from October 1st through October 31st, 2011 at participating Honda retailers. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

IF IT’S NOT A HONDA, IT’S JUST ANOTHER CAR.

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