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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2011
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Election guarantees change on council, school board
Advance voting up 50% over last election
Voters to consider five vacancies between two elected bodies
Voters go to the polls tomorrow
by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter City council and school board could experience the most change in at least a decade when voters go to the polls Saturday. Returning politicians have long ruled on election day, but in Richmond retiring councillors and school trustees running for civic office have left five seats unclaimed by incumbents. City council has two vacancies and school board has three. In the past decade, local politicians have almost always reclaimed their seat in subsequent elections, and experts are suggesting that isn’t likely to change in a campaign where few issues have resonated with voters. Political scientist Fred Cutler, of University of B.C., said incumbency plays a big role in municipal elections because of the information demands of voters. In provincial and federal elections, most candidates run with political parties with history and identity, and are extensively covered in the media. “We don’t have that situation applying in municipal politics nearly as much,” he said. Cutler said name recognition bodes well for mayors and some longtime councillors, who voters may deem as competent because of their length of service. “They’re getting an advantage just because people recognize the name as a person who has held office, and in a sense, some voters must be inferring from that, that other people have approved what they’ve done.” Simon Fraser University political science professor Patrick Smith said election campaigns in most cities have been without major issues. “When you get a static situation with kind of a non-election election, there’s a tendency to favour incumbency,” he said. Smith suggested incumbents have an added advantage this election as voters search for stability
Matthew Hoekstra photo Mayoral contenders Richard Lee and Malcolm Brodie.
at a time of global economic unrest. “That tends to play in the hand with what works for Stephen Harper at the moment, and that is steady as she goes,” said Smith. But UBC’s Cutler dismissed the notion of the European debt crisis somehow translating into votes for incumbents. “I drive around on Saturday in Richmond and Vancouver and I’m not seeing people terrified of going shopping because Greece is about to collapse.” In three elections since 2002, incumbents on city council have always reclaimed their seats— except twice. In 2005 Cynthia Chen managed to bump Kiichi Kumagai from his council seat, only to be bounced from council by voters in 2008. On school board, two incumbents lost their seats in 2005, but in 2008, all returning trustees were re-elected. This year, councillors Greg Halsey-Brandt and Sue Halsey-Brandt are both retiring from politics
and not running again. On school board, current trustees Chak Au, Carol Day and Linda McPhail are all vying for a council seat this time around. The vacancies will give first-time candidates like Alexa Loo, Peter Mitchell, Cliff Lifeng Wei, De Whalen and Jun Wuyan a better chance at winning—along with returning candidates such as Michael Wolfe. “The fact that there’s two vacancies, that’s definitely a positive for my campaign—that there’s room for me to find a way in,” said Wolfe, who is running for councillor. He said incumbents don’t raise many issues during campaigns to avoid potentially drawing negative attention. “We need people on council and school board who do challenge status quo, who do bring in new ideas, who don’t always vote as a block with everybody else,” said Wolfe. “It’s fortunate there’s two openings, and one of them, I hope, will go to a courageous, fresh voice.”
Voting at local advance polls is up 50 per cent over the 2008 election. Just under 4,500 people cast ballots at advance polls in the weeks leading up to Saturday’s vote, a c c o r d i n g DAVID WEBER to the city’s chief election officer David Weber. The city’s election office set up a record number of advance polling stations this year, offering nine opportunities from Nov. 8 to 15. In the last election, in 2008, 2,942 people voted at early polls. On Saturday, Nov. 19, voters will be able to cast ballots at any one of the 32 voting places around Richmond from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., including Lansdowne Centre mall, Aberdeen Centre mall and Richmond Cultural Centre. To find the poll closest to you, visit tinyurl.com/RichmondVotes and enter your postal code. One mayor, eight councillors and seven school trustees will be elected. —by Matthew Hoekstra
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Learning centre offers roof for literacy Non-profit groups focusing on education urged to come forward by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter The new Neighbourhood Learning Centre that’s part of the $16.4 million Samuel Brighouse Elementary School held its first open house on Wednesday. The new centre provides subsidized rental meeting space for community groups, with the goal of serving the community by enhancing literacy, and targets non-profit organizations as users. For literacy outreach coordinator Marg Dixon, the facility is a dream come true and she’s confident it will be embraced and fully-utilized by locals to enhance community literacy. “Thrilled. Absolutely thrilled, because there’s always a lack of space for people to have meetings and education programs,” said Dixon this week about the open house. Drawing a brisk crowd, many individuals and groups were querying about the cost of rental space, which is offered at rates far below what is normally available in the community. Assistant superintendent Nancy Brennan said the goal is for rentals to pay for its day-to-day operation,
Martin van den Hemel photo Marg Dixon, Nancy Brennan and Adam Heeney were welcoming the public during Wednesday’s open house at the new Neighbourhood Learning Centre next to the new Samuel Brighouse Elementary School.
and noted that they’re barred from making a profit on the facility. Applications for facility rental will be accepted until Dec. 9, with decisions
made by a steering committee in midJanuary of 2012. Notification to successful renters will be given on Jan. 27, with rentals starting on March 1, 2012.
A side benefit of the facility is that local athletes might get greater access to weekday evening use of the gymnasium.
As the learning centre is attached to the stand-alone gymnasium, staff will already be there in the evenings to provide supervision.
A list of who is running for municipal office this Saturday Mayor Malcolm Brodie (Ind.): Mayor of Richmond for the past decade and resident since 1976, Brodie is seeking re-election to focus on the city’s future. Brodie, a former lawyer, envisions City Centre to become an area where residents live, work and play. Richard Lee (Ind.): A lawyer and one-time school trustee in Burnaby, Lee is president of City Centre Community Association. He’s questioned who’s in charge at city hall and said it’s time for new ideas, enthusiasm and energy in the top office.
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Derek Dang (Richmond First): A councillor since 1996 (minus one year), Dang is a third-generation Richmondite and real estate agent who says he wants to “continue advocating for taxpayers.”
Linda McPhail (Richmond First): A three-term school trustee, including seven years as chairperson, McPhail is now running for council. She’s a lifelong Richmond resident.
Carol Day (RITE): A lifelong Richmond resident, Day was elected to school board last term and is now running for a council. She chairs the jet fuel pipeline opposition group VAPOR and owns a sign business.
Peter Mitchell (Ind.): A 30-year resident and retired property manager and active community volunteer. Mitchell believes density should be focused in the downtown core.
Evelina Halsey-Brandt (Ind.): A 40-year resident and 16-year councillor, Halsey-Brandt works at Vancouver General Hospital, advocates for openness and calls herself “an independent thinker.”
Chak Au (RITE): A school trustee since 1999, Au immigrated to Canada in 1988 and is program leader of the mental health promotion and counselling team for Vancouver Coastal Health.
Ken Johnston (Richmond First): A councillor for 11 years, Johnston is also president of NOVEX and said strong social, cultural and economic programs are at the top of his agenda.
Linda Barnes (RCA): A Steveston resident since 1970, Barnes is retired from the Richmond School District and was a longtime activist in her union.
Alexa Loo (Ind.): An accountant, former Olympic snowboarder and soon-to-be mother, Loo has advocated for careful zoning of neighbourhoods to include green spaces.
Cynthia Chen (Ind.): A 33-year resident, longtime realtor, and one-term councillor from 20052008, Chen has said her experience and passion for Richmond will serve her well on council.
Bill McNulty (Richmond First): A councillor since 1993 and 41-year resident, McNulty is retired from the school system. He said he’s pressed to keep taxes low.
Ramzan Patni (Ind.): No information provided. Harold Steves (RCA): A founder of the Agricultural Land Reserve, Steves has served on council for 41 years. He’s a farmer, former teacher and descendent of a pioneer Steveston family. Cliff Lifeng Wei (Ind.): Wei has said development in City Centre “is not good.” He said he believes in fairness and justice. De Whalen (RCA): A resident since 1975, Whalen retired in 2006 and has been volunteering since. She led a group advocating for the Nelson Road interchange and promises “positive change” on council. Michael Wolfe (RITE): Running in his seventh election, Wolfe is a science teacher and lifelong resident. He promises to be transparent and
accountable and ensuring health of residents is at heart of policies. Jun Wuyan (Ind.): Moved to Richmond last summer, Wuyan promises to bring “new values and ideas” to city council and freeze property taxes.
School trustee Rod Belleza (RITE): An immigrant from the Philippines, Belleza won his first term on school board in 2008. He lists “prudent fiscal management” among his campaign planks. William Kang Chen (Ind.): A Richmond resident since immigrating in 1993, Chen is an accountant who wants to be a “bridge” between new immigrants and school board. Chen advocates for a Chinese immersion program. Kenny Chiu (RITE): Born in Hong Kong, Chiu has lived in Richmond for almost 20 years. He’s a software development manager who promises to bridge communication gaps in the school system. Norm Goldstein (RITE): A 17year Richmond resident, Goldstein has served on the board of the Richmond Jewish Day School. He’s pushing for a greater variety of secondary school programs.
Jonathan Ho (RITE): Ho immigrated from Hong Kong in 1997. A a bank employee, Ho is advocating for more “efficient use” of public funding. Donna Sargent (Richmond First): Sargent, a 25-year resident, said she believes in a strong and vibrant public education system. Sargent is the current board chair and is seeking her fourth term. Michael Starchuk (RITE): Starchuk finished 10th in voting in 2008 and is again vying for one of seven school board seats. He is senior program manager at an “out of school care in Richmond.” Debbie Tablotney (Richmond First): A 29-year resident, Tablotney is seeking her third term on school board, aiming to bring “principle-centred leadership” to the board. Grace Tsang (Richmond First): First elected in 2005, Tsang is a certified financial planner and advocates for “stable funding” for public education. Eric Yung (Richmond First): After narrowly missing a seat in 2008, Yung became president of the Richmond District Parents Association. Yung grew up in the Richmond school system, and is a cancer researcher.
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Candidates receive endorsements Diverse group does homework on candidates, reaches 75 per cent majority in endorsing a few
by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter You may have noticed advertising in recent issues of the local papers, in which an unfamiliar group endorses a mix of candidates along no particular party lines. Alice Tang, a member of Richmond CHOICE, described the group as a collection of 10 not-like-minded individuals, who began their involvement with federal, provincial and civic politics about three years ago.
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Armed with a $15,000 budget collected from donations and money from members of the group, Richmond CHOICE has endorsed three candidates for council—Chak Kwong Au, Bill McNulty, Harold Steves—and four as trustees for the Richmond Board of Education: Rod Belleza, Kenny Chiu, Jonathan Ho and Donna Sargent. For a candidate to receive Richmond CHOICE’s endorsement, he or she has to receive the backing of at least 75 per cent of the 10 members, said Tang, who works as a Richmond realtor. Candidates are assessed, evaluated and critiqued based on their background, their platform, and in the case of the incumbents, their past performances including voting record, and the motions they made. “We decided that hey, why don’t we put it together properly, and register as a campaign organizer,” she said. The group registered earlier this month with Elections Canada, she said. The original group comprised friends who had worked together in one aspect or another. The group’s membership has seen some turnover in recent years, and differ in their occupations—from housewives to small business owners—and viewpoints. “We don’t want to have the same
“We don’t want to have the same members, who have the same thoughts and the same ideas. Then what’s the point.” - Alice Tang
members, who have the same thoughts and the same ideas. Then what’s the point,” she said. Tang emphasized that just because a candidate isn’t endorsed, that doesn’t mean he or she isn’t a quality candidate. Meanwhile, the Richmond Fire Fighters Association is endorsing Malcolm Brodie for mayor, and 10 candidates for the eight councillor positions: Linda Barnes, Cynthia Chen, Derek Dang, Carol Day, Ken Johnston, Alexa Loo, Bill McNulty, Linda McPhail, Peter Mitchell and Harold Steves. The Conservation Voters of BC have endorsed De Whalen and Michael Wolfe for council “because of their strong stands on farmland preservation,” the non-partisan, volunteerbased organization announced Thursday in a press release.
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City passes resolution on smart meters Residents suggest new technology poses health risks
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by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter City council unanimously approved a resolution Monday calling on the province to halt the installation of smart meters until questions around health, privacy and other concerns are answered. Before the vote, civic politicians heard complaints about the new technology from a handful of residents at Monday night’s council meeting. Donna Thomson told council she now has 24 smart meters attached to the outside wall of her condominium, “a few feet” from where she spends much of her time. Thomson said she’s worried about the wireless electronic emissions from the devices. “I know I am not the only apartment dweller who is faced with extreme exposure...” said Thomson in her submission to council. “Remember, asbestos, at one time, was not seen as being carcinogenic.” Kelly Masterson, who has multiple sclerosis, told
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VOTE FOR POSITIVE CHANGE On November 19, vote for council she is also worried about negative impacts smart meters could have on her health. Masterson lives in a Richmond townhouse attached to an electrical room that now contains 15 smart meters. City council’s resolution also urges the province to give Hydro customers the ability to say no to a meter—whether or not one of the new wireless devices has already been installed. Homeowners in Richmond are among the first in B.C. to have their analog meters replaced with the new technology.
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BC Hydro maintains exposure to a smart meter’s radio frequency over 20 years is equivalent to exposure during a single 30-minute cellphone call. In a submission to the city, the Crown corporation also noted the meters are “a safe and cost effective way to modernize the electricity system” that will help keep rates low by reducing waste and other costs.
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Co-pilot in plane crash dies from injuries The co-pilot of the Northern Thunderbird Air turbo prop that crashed on Sea Island on Oct. 27 passed away Wednesday evening at Vancouver General Hospital. Matt Robic, 26, had been listed in critical condition at Vancouver General Hospital’s ICU since the crash. Nine people were treated as a result of the accident. Two have passed away, including pilot Luc Fortin, 44. Seven others were treated and have been released from care. The plane was returning to the airport when it crashed just short of the runway.
Carline, Jackson to leave Metro Vancouver helm by Jeff Nagel Black Press Metro Vancouver will have a new board chair for 2012 and a new chief administrator to head the regional district’s bureaucracy. Longtime Metro CAO Johnny Carline, who turned 65 last month, will retire Feb. 14. Carline said he decided to give advance notice of his intent to retire—before Saturday’s municipal elections—so no one speculates he’s leaving as a result of which civic politicians win or lose their local races or which one becomes the next chair of the Metro board.
Chair Lois Jackson also said before the election she would not seek the Metro chair again. The Delta mayor led the board for the last six years and said that’s long enough. “It is very, very draining,” Jackson said. “It is a huge undertaking to be the chair of the region and to manage all of that.” Carline has served 15 years as commissioner and CAO for Metro Vancouver, or the Greater Vancouver Regional District as it was called when he first arrived. The British-educated planner had previously held senior posts with the cities of Vancouver, Toronto, Surrey and Richmond.
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Richmond City Hall is searching for a general contractor willing to take on four heritage projects in 2012 that will cost taxpayers an estimated $3.2 million. In a request for expressions of interest document, city staff detail a quartet of projects they want started and finished next year, including the restoration of three buildings in Terra Nova Rural Park, the seine net loft at Britannia Heritage Shipyard and the Japanese hospital residence in Steveston. Construction of a new 2,800-square-foot tram barn, budgeted at $1.3 million, is the fourth project. The eight-month build is scheduled to be complete by October. The buildings in Terra Nova include restoration of a cannery store, cannery house and Edwardian cottage. Scheduled to be complete by July 2012, the work is expected to cost $675,000. At Britannia, the seine net loft is slated for a roof replacement, structural upgrade and fire protection systems, a project budgeted at $890,000 and scheduled to be complete by the end of 2012. The $350,000 restoration of the Japanese hospital residence—now located on First Avenue next to the post office— involves restoring the 1890s structure and rebuilding the building’s original front porch and brick chimney.
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City approves community police station for City Centre In an 8-1 vote Monday, city council approved spending $573,800 for a new community police station in City Centre. The cash will fund alterations to city-owned office space at 5671 No. 3 Rd. and three years of operating expenses. The office will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. five days a week, staffed by a civilian and used by volunteers to support crime prevention programs. It will also store equipment for the Richmond RCMP bike squad. Coun. Greg HalseyBrandt was the lone c o u n c i l l o r t o vo t e against the plan, saying he’d like to see a few police officers stationed at the location. T h e c i t y re c e n t l y moved the RCMP headquarters from City Centre to a building behind Ironwood, south of Steveston Highway. —by Matthew Hoekstra
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Mountie charged with impaired driving
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A Richmond Mountie has been charged with impaired driving, refusing to provide a breath sample, dangerous driv-
ing and failing to stop at an accident scene in relation to an incident in Delta on Sept. 15. According to RCMP Cpl. Annie Linteau, Tony Bernard, a corporal with the Richmond RCMP, was involved in a hit-andrun incident in the 5400 block of Highway 17 in Delta. A complainant reported to the Delta Police Department that he’d been sideswiped by another
vehicle. The complainant jotted down the licence plate of the vehicle, and then began to follow it. A Delta Police Department officer was able to locate the vehicle and pull it over. Bernard was driving his personal vehicle at the time, Linteau said in a press release. Bernard is scheduled to appear in Surrey Provincial Court on Nov. 21.
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Once the investigation was completed, the report was forwarded to the Crown for charge approval, which resulted in these charges, Linteau said. —by Martin van den Hemel
YOUR RICHMOND FIREFIGHTERS ARE ACTIVELY ENDORSING THE FOLLOWING CANDIDATES: ON NOVEMBER 19TH, 2011
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unicipal elections may be the “redheaded stepchild of democracy,” as Black Press columnist Tom Fletcher said in his Wednesday column. However, they are the elections that really make a difference in our day-to-day world—in the community we live in, pay taxes in, send our kids to school in and work in. City council is charged with providing public services such as police and fire protection. It is responsible for roads, sewer and water. The city also plans the urban, commercial and industrial areas. It provides recreation and cultural services, and of course, parks. All of these are services that are used every day by many city residents, and the community would be far different without them. Choosing the people who will oversee the provision of these services is an important task, and will shape the future. The Richmond Board of Education, which has received little attention in this campaign, provides a vital service to the young people of this community. With three board members seeking seats on council, it is about to receive an influx of new faces. In addition, the new board must work closely with council so that
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he smart meter installation van arrived on my street last month, as BC Hydro’s smart grid project heads toward the halfway mark.
This system will not only detect outages, electricity loss and theft, it enables a voluntary time-of-use system where users can get a discount by shifting consumption to low-peak times. You could even set up wind or solar generation that the meter would record and subtract from your bill. But apparently no one wants to talk about
that. Black Press papers continue to run letters with exaggerated or false claims that stoke baseless fear of radio waves. Where is this coming from? I’m grateful to the anonymous smart-meter foe who started sending me updates from “Citizens for Safe Technology,” a loose collection of U.S. and Canadian activists that claims to include doctors, lawyers and other professionals. Not much is professional about the Canadian content on their website. A video starts with a juvenile union parody showing executives plotting to sell BC Hydro to General Electric. Then it moves to an apparently serious interview with Bill Vander Zalm, who expands on his earlier conspiracy theory about the harmonized sales tax being part of a European Union plot for world domination. Vander Zalm asserts that smart meters and appliances create such
a powerful surveillance network, “they’ll even know what you’re cooking.” There are those who claim smart meters can tell what channel your TV is on, but this is the first I’ve heard about them detecting whether you’re having eggs or oatmeal for breakfast. And who might “they” be? “The big picture is of course that we’re moving to globalization,” Vander Zalm intones. “Eventually we’ll be governed out of Brussels, Belgium or someplace like that. And this all ties into that. They can monitor what’s happening anywhere in the world. It’s Big Brother. We’ll be totally controlled.” He stops just short of what I’ll call the Full Tinfoil, a belief that these radio waves control minds directly. Wildlife artist Robert Bateman also makes an ass of himself in a brief video, where he
describes hiring someone to come in and detect “hot” wiring in his Saltspring Island mansion. (A surprising number of self-appointed smart meter experts sell measuring and “shielding” services.) A reader sent me a local newspaper commentary by Nelson-Creston MLA Michelle Mungall, basically a vague summary of NDP talking points about smart meters being too expensive and a possible health threat. This is interesting, because the City of Nelson owns its own power utility, which started installing wireless meters in 2004. They finished last year, with no protest. I asked Mungall why. She was on the city council that chose a different model, a “drive-by” meter. They broadcast readings every 15 seconds and still need meter readers, who no longer have get out of their trucks. BC Hydro’s meters signal only three or four
times a day, but one of the often-repeated false claims about them is that they secretly transmit much more often with some sort of damaging energy pulses. And yet these granola-loving West Kootenay folks cheerfully endure a 24/7 bombardment of what are essentially brief cell phone signals. Mungall said Nelson council specifically rejected a smart grid system, “because of the cost.” Somehow retaining meter readers saves the city money. She noted that rural parts of her constituency are serviced by BC Hydro, and some people are very concerned. I’ll bet they are. Not just in West Kootenay, but a few other remote areas known for production of B.C.’s number one cash crop. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com
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letters Rent hike endangers survival of Richmond Potters Club Editor: For over 40 years the Richmond Potters Club has enjoyed a mutually beneficial arrangement with the City of Richmond. Many volunteer hours provide technical and administrative direction for the adult pottery classes. The club owns and maintains the majority of the equipment in the studio. In return, the city has provided the studio space. The city does not hire staff or provide any technical assistance. In June of 2010 rent was increased by more than 300 per cent for the Artist groups at the Richmond Art Centre. The pottery club negotiated at length with city staff and agreed in good faith to a workable contract that allowed us to continue to offer adult classes and club membership studio time for 2011. In October 2011, the
club received notice from the city of a further 15 per cent increase and also a rollback of the negotiated contract concessions. This situation puts the Richmond Potters Club in a grave financial position. These increases in rent will likely result in the demise of the Richmond Potters Club and the loss of a valuable volunteer arts contribution to the City of Richmond. We have met with city staff to discuss our concerns. At this point we have no resolution to our financial dilemma. Recently you have published articles regarding Richmond’s support of the arts. It is now time for the city to show financial support for its local resident artist groups at the Richmond Art Centre Arlene Skelton, President Richmond Potters Club
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letters Councillor showed no change of heart on Garden City lands Editor: It is a safe assumption that all candidates for council want to utilize the Garden City lands for community uses only. Today’s mail brought a card from Evelina Halsey-Brandt with that as a “goal” for next term. Voters need to know that she is the only incumbent councillor who voted for commercial development of most of the Garden City Lands that never showed a change of heart. In the lengthy public hearing on the issue in 2008, most of the speakers wanted only Agriculture Land Reserve uses for community benefit. She treated them like adversaries. The Garden City lands is now city parkland in the ALR. The coming steps should be expert studies and then more public consultation. Evelina HalseyBrandt’s past behaviour shows she is not suited to it. Carol Southgate Richmond
Safer to fly than to drive on Richmond’s streets Editor: Why is it a City of Richmond priority to ban small aircraft from the Vancouver International Airport? Small planes using the south terminal and the seaplane base are a vital link between Vancouver and the rest of B.C. People flying from small communities need to arrive at the Vancouver airport, not Abbotsford or Boundary Bay. If you had to come to Vancouver for medical care, or were in transit to another destination, how would you feel about travelling in from the Fraser Valley in order to complete your journey or connect to another flight? The airport has been serving B.C. for decades, yet there have been very few incidents affecting Richmond. It is far safer to fly here than it is to drive on Richmond’s streets. Those who choose to live in Richmond need to understand that small carriers are an integral part of the provincial air transportation network. We have a responsibility to serve the entire province, not just those who travel on major routes. Marion Smith Richmond
Copyright law proposals are full of concerns Editor: The Copyright Modernization Act is a federal bill that, if passed, will have devastating and costly consequences for educators and consumers. The most contentious component of this bill is that publishers and companies who put a digital lock on any of their products are exempt from normal rules relating to copyright. In other words, fair use rules will not apply to them. For example, a teacher or journalist will not be allowed to show a video clip that has a digital lock on it even if it complies with copyright rules in every other way. I am very concerned that this bill is moving swiftly through our legislative process without an outcry from the people whom it will affect the most namely consumers, teachers and journalists. Our current copyright laws are fair but do need updating because of our digital age. However the provisions regarding digital locks are outrageous and the long-term consequences will be devastating to ordinary citizens. As our municipal election day approaches, I would be interested in knowing our school trustees’ views on this proposed legislation and whether they use their voice and position to speak out against the Copyright Modernization Act? Ingrid Veilleux Richmond
An example of the information customers can receive from smart meters. Smart meters are being installed in Richmond homes.
Good reason to be concerned about smart meters Editor: I am writing in response to Charles P. Cohen’s letter about smart meters. He quoted BC Hydro’s claim that “it takes about one minute of transmitting time... The device doesn’t emit ‘anything’ except during that minute.” It is important to point out that these signals are pulses of microwave radiofrequency which burst in lengths of 1-2 milliseconds. The “one minute a day” is the TOTAL of 30,000+ daily bursts of signals. In other words, there is one signal, one spike of radiation and one assault to our body every few seconds, round the clock. Also, BC Hydro only reports “average” radiation level and avoids mentioning the peak levels which hurt human cells the most. It is like saying one should not get a speeding ticket for driving at 200 km/hr every other block because when “averaging” with the time the car is slow or stopped, the “average” speed is not dangerous. Further, BC Hydro only tested on a single Smart Meter. They do not include the radiation from continual transmission between meters as they synchronize, nor do they include scenarios at condos and apartment buildings where up to 100 meters can be packed side by side on the same wall next to residents’ homes. Cohen’s letter says, “The exposure is miniscule - far below any established standards for safe levels.” Maybe Mr. Cohen is not aware that Canadian “safety” standard on microwave exposure is the most lenient in the world, allowing 600-1000 microwatts of radiation per centimeter squared. Countries such as Switzerland, Italy and China only allow 10 microwatts. Luxembourg only allows 2.4 microwatts and Austria’s Salzburg Health Department only
allows 0.0001 microwatts for indoor and 0.001 microwatts for outdoor. This is 10,000,000 times more stringent than the Canadian standard. Both BC Centre of Disease Control and the American Electrical Power Research Institute reported radiation levels at about 22 times higher than BC Hydro’s claims, and these tests were all conducted on a single meter only. In California, real-life testing at apartment buildings with meter banks showed levels about 100 times higher than BC Hydro’s published numbers. As in the cases of DDT, Agent Orange, asbestos, thalidomide, BPA and tobacco, “official” safety standards are slow to change, leading to irreparable harm to human life. Without the protection of government regulation and adequate testings, citizens have the right to take personal measures by saying NO to Smart Meters. Victor Khong Richmond Editor: As Richmond council maintains it’s smart meter wariness and citizens’ groups mobilize, your recent front page article on the topic could use this addendum: If you really don’t want this invasive technology, for whatever reason, don’t wait for your provincial politicians to come to your defense; their hands are tied and by the time you get a response, your meter will already have been aggressively installed behind your back. Instead, or in addition, empower yourself by simply taping a waterproof or laminated signed letter onto your meter to CORIX, (BC Hydro’s contracted henchmen), stating that they are not permitted to trespass and install a smart meter. We did this and when the Corix in-
staller came knocking (which they don’t do if there is no sign) I informed him politely that we were not participating and he went on his way, few questions asked. See citizensforsafetetechnology.org for more info and to download a printable sign. Don’t wait for your representatives; represent yourself. Act now to keep this greenwashing tactic out of your domain. Glen Andersen Richmond Editor: Mr. Cohen’s letter (“No worries about smart meter radio frequency energy”) shows how dangerous lack of knowledge can be. BC Hydro’s wireless Smart Meters send usage data 3 – 6 times daily. They also emit “mesh network” communication signals every 94 seconds to 30 minutes. Signals are measured in milliseconds, so just one minute of total signal time actually means we are exposed to thousands of bursts of radiation every day. This is the same type of radiation that the WHO has classified as a possible human carcinogen. Studies show that children absorb at least twice as much radiation as adults, and Health Canada recently issued advice to reduce children’s RF exposure. People with heart problems, neurological and immune disorders and other medical conditions have become ill from Smart Meter radiation, and many parents are concerned about the growing evidence of possible long term health damage. To protect our own health in our own home, we deserve the facts and we deserve the choice. Arlene Churchill Surrey
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letters New developments cut off pedestrian access Editor: I am concerned with the non-administration of the new housing developments by the City of Richmond on behalf of the taxpayers. At the time of development of these properties residents have to deal with the increased traffic of oversized vehicles on our streets as well as destruction of the city access property surrounding the development. There are no sidewalks in the ’Monds and few safe places to walk as most residents have taken over the city access property bordering on their personal property. And this is where my main concern lies. On Nov. 10, I went for a walk in my neighbourhood at approximately 8 a.m. Being a school day, there were moms walking with their children, some on bikes with their children biking as well and parents in cars jockeying for space on the roadways along with garbage trucks, recycle trucks and developer vehicles. The situation is hazardous enough with no sidewalks or walking right of ways without having the newly-constructed residents with their oversized houses and gated courtyards claiming the public access property as their own as well in order to enhance the appearance of their properties. Please check out the property at the corner of Lamond and Elkmond as just one example. City property
There are no sidewalks in the ’Monds and few safe places to walk as most residents have taken over the city access property bordering on their personal property. has been sodded and cordoned off by stakes and tape. The ’Monds area has many other examples as well with most property owners extending their paved driveways to connect with city streets; thereby also annexing the attaching land on either side of the driveways. It only takes a short tour of the area to see the magnitude of the problem. I would respectfully request that these homeowners be made to remove any barriers they have placed on public property and the City of Richmond take some responsibility in reclaiming this land for public use. The city could easily gravel over the “annexed lawns” to widen the city roadways and make for safer pedestrian access. The situation is tenuous and just waiting for accidents/fatalities to occur. Donna Wilson Richmond
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who appeared to be a student explaining her permanent pass was in her other purse. How pathetic. But then they probably do this all the time along with how many other individuals who ride for free. How much money does TransLink lose in a year simply because it is too stubborn to put in turnstiles which would discourage and perhaps prevent this problem and increase their revenue? Instead TransLink is content to put its hand in my pocket by increasing the gas tax so that honest
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letters Rabbits and ballots Editor: If rabbits could vote, I wonder how they would impact the upcoming election. I mean after all there are literally hundreds of abandoned pet rabbits roaming the streets and parks of Richmond. That’s a lot of voting power! And maybe the politicians might just take an interest in what the rabbits have to say then. Or maybe the rabbits would come up with their own candidate for election. I think if that was the case, the rabbits would probably vote for a little black rabbit that was literally living on the doorsteps of city hall up until several weeks ago. That little rabbit had a broken leg and he would drag himself around the lawn and concrete patios right outside city hall. Seems like that little rabbit was putting on his own little “Occupy Richmond” protest rally. I wonder if any of the politicians noticed him as the little rabbit dragged himself around city hall grounds? Hard not to notice a rabbit with a broken leg that can’t hop and instead drags himself around—especially when the rabbit is right on your doorstep! Of course there is a difference between noticing something and actually caring enough to do something about it. Well the sad news is that the little broken leg rabbit has not been seen now for several weeks. A Richmond lady who feeds the rab-
bits living by city hall reports that the rabbit has disappeared and she fears the worst. So I’m afraid it’s too late for the little broken leg rabbit to get his message across to local government. In 2010, city council took one step forward in addressing the problem of the hundreds of abandoned pet rabbits, when they voted to ban the sale of rabbits in pet stores. That move was certainly an improvement from 2006 when Coun. Harold Steves recommended abandoned pet rabbits be shot and killed. But what is next on the agenda? How many more years before the problem is seriously and humanely addressed by Richmond politicians? How many more abandoned pet rabbits will be hurt and die from injuries, disease or starvation? Dr. Martinez of Little Paws Animal Clinic can tell you some of those rabbits’ sad stories: stories of rabbits shot with pellet guns, and rabbits literally blinded by injuries and infection. When will the suffering end? I have a message to deliver to the politicians of Richmond on behalf of the little broken leg rabbit and the hundreds of other abandoned pet rabbits in Richmond: “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated”—Mahatma Gandhi. Cindy Howard Richmond
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letters Preserving the Garden City lands would have many net benefits Editor: Re: “What to do with the Garden City lands,” Letters, Nov. 2. At first glance the Garden City lands PARC concept map looks simple, but upon deeper inspection it becomes clearer that important knowledge, ideas, and natural history have been captured. As someone who has participated in the public eco-tours led by Michael Wolfe, I have been able to see firsthand the diversity of animal and plant species that make up the Garden City lands. It is clear to me that the concept map is a valuable tool that will allow the future potential of the lands to be communicated, and lead to the restoration of a naturally productive bog ecosystem. It is on these tours that I am always reminded of just how lucky we are to be able to access nature so close to home. The lands which have never been farmed form a natural buffer between Richmond’s high density urban centre and the Richmond Nature Park to the east. These remnants of the vast bogs that once covered more than one-third of the
island passively provide essential ecosystem services that contribute to the wellness of our community. Conservation of this prime agricultural land has the net benefit of securing our future food needs, while at the same time providing abatement of noise and air pollution, climate regulation resulting from carbon storage in trees, plants and soils, habitat for pollinators, and helps to control runoff and absorb wastes. Proceeding with a dyke-trail approach, including the perimeter dyke, would facilitate effective water management and encourage the development of a sustainable food systems park that could incorporate community farms and gardens, allow urban agriculture research, and opportunities for nature-based recreation. A natural next step is for the City of Richmond to recognize and incorporate the Biophysical Inventory and Evaluation of the Lulu Island Bog report as a baseline for guiding further studies and for planning purposes. John ter Borg Richmond
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by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter A 21-year-old man will be sentenced later this month in Richmond provincial court after pleading guilty to one count of assault with a weapon related to an incident involving a house party a year ago. According to police, in the early morning hours of Nov. 21, 2010, Troy Daniel Tabolotney (aka Tablotney) was at a house party on the 3600 block of Springthorne Crescent when he was asked to leave and told he was no longer welcome. He returned some time later with three other males, and began assaulting people. One of the teenage victims of the attack told The Review that a party was hosted by the older sister of another victim of the attack. Tabolotney had been invited as a guest, but after drinking alcohol suddenly became violent, and was asked to settle down or leave. Tabolotney then became extremely upset, and began shoving people, and was tossed out. About an hour or so later, he returned with two males. They knocked on the garage door of the house, and when the
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Report spanks cities for overspending by Jeff Nagel Black Press No Lower Mainland cities have come even close to limiting their spending to a growth rate deemed sustainable by a small business lobby group. The Canadian Federation of Independent Business released an analysis Monday that found overall municipal operating spending in the province has soared at nearly four times the combined rate of population and inflation over the past decade. Mission – which the CFIB credits with one of the best cost-control records – still saw its spending grow at double that rate from 2000 to 2009 and almost every other city in the region increased its spending at least three times as fast. “Municipalities are spending more than ever and faster than ever,” said CFIB B.C. director Shachi Kurl. “Taxpayers can only bear so much. Things are on track to become unsustainable.” The Union of B.C. Municipalities has previously argued cities are struggling to pay more costs that are being downloaded onto them by senior government, and have little control over some escalating costs, such as policing. But the CFIB discounts that argument, noting cities are also receiving much more in grants and transfers from Ottawa and Victoria, while also raising much more revenue directly in local fees and charges. “We are by no means suggesting communities should sacrifice public safety,” Kurl said. “There are far more places for cities to look at trimming spending and holding the line than cutting policing.” She said the CFIB would like new councils elected Nov. 19 to try harder to contain the wage and benefit demands of unionized municipal workers. Municipal contracts are coming up for renewal and the previous bargaining round led to pre-Olympic deals that gave civic workers across much of Metro Vancouver wage hikes of at least 13 per cent over four years. According to the BC Municipal Spending Watch 2011 report, the biggest cities in the province spent on average $1,290 per person on operating costs in 2009. It does not include capital project spending. The large Lower Mainland cities that spent the
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Better farmland protection pledged report released this week that the ALC was “extremely challenged” to meet its mandate, that stakeholders were near-unanimous in their concerns about underfunding and that there remains “overwhelming” public support to protect the ALR. B.C.’s Auditor General had previously flagged the lack of funding as one reason the ALC often fails to prosecute people who degrade farmland by dumping toxic fill or through other non-farm uses. Commission staff tend to issue warnings instead of fines or orders because the ALC can’t afford to defend tougher measures in court. McRae said the commission will now have access to up to 30 enforcement staff in other government ministries to assist them. And he said local cities that want to help enforce farmland rules will have the ability to use their bylaw enforcement officers to pitch in as well. “We’re going to work with municipalities,” McRae said. “If that’s something they want, they can go down that path.” Metro Vancouver agriculture committee chair Harold Steves said that initiative would merely restore the ability of cities’ to enforce soil protection rules, which was taken away more than 10 years ago. “In the years since that happened it’s been open season on farmland for putting in illegal fill,” he said. “We’re losing as much farmland to illegal landfilling and dumping as we are to development.” Steves welcomed the promise of more funding and tougher enforcement. “It’s a step in the right direction,” he said. “There’s still a long way to go.”
More money, help for strengthened ALC by Jeff Nagel Black Press After years of cuts left the Agricultural Land Commission struggling to do its job, the province is now providing a $1.6-million cash injection as part of a broader plan to bolster protection of scarce farmland. The ALC will get an extra $600,000 for the rest of this fiscal year and an extra $1 million for 2012, supplementing its $1.9-million budget, which had been slashed by more than a third since 2002. Agriculture Minister Don McRae said it’s not a permanent budget increase. Instead, he promises to let the ALC charge as-yet-undetermined service fees to generate more of its own revenue starting in 2013. McRae also ordered a moratorium on repeat applications so developers who try to remove land from the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) but are refused will have to wait five years before trying again. That measure is expected to ease some of the ALC’s workload. ALC chair Richard Bullock said he hopes the changes to strengthen the agency stamp out the pervasive belief among real estate speculators that they will eventually be able to pry farmland out of the ALR for development. “I hope this puts a nail in that argument,” he said. “[The ALR] is here and it’s here to stay.” Bullock had warned the government in a
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enforce consistent minimum rules for house construction, arguing estate mansions drive up the price of agricultural land and make it less likely to be farmed. McRae said the government decided against provincially enforced rules because a one-size-fits-all solution wouldn’t work for some cities with different needs outside Metro Vancouver. “We didn’t want to be heavy-handed,” he said. “It will allow them to do what they feel is necessary to preserve farmland.” The limits recommended by the province would cap the residential footprint at 2,000 square metres (except when separate farm residences are needed) and require that footprint not extend further than 60 metres from the front property line. It doesn’t recommend a specific house size limit, but suggests cities that want one cap the maximum floor area for a main farm house at 500 square metres or the maximum allowed on urban land, whichever is lower. If imposed by a city, those limits would block the farmland development of very large mansions with pools or the placement of smaller homes deep inside the property, which can make farming less efficient.
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Richmond’s Cherelle Jardine is charting a new musical course with Stone Poets, a new dark folk group out with its first CD. Jardine and fellow Stone Poets Scott Jackson and Marc Gladstone will perform Saturday, Nov. 19 at a CD release party at The ACT in Maple Ridge. Trippin’ on Daisies is the group’s first studio effort, a six-song album with music described as “quirky and a bit different.” The group performs with simple instrumentation; a keyboard and two acoustic guitars accompany vocals.
Jardine, winner of the 2011 Ethel Tibbits Award for her years of dedicated work in the Richmond arts scene, has been recording music since 1995. Besides her work with Stone Poets, she’s one half of the Jardines, an alt country roots band that also features Ajaye Jardine. For the Nov. 19 show, Ajaye Jardine will appear as a guest artist. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets, $22.50, at theactmapleridge.org or 604476-2787. —by Matthew Hoekstra
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Don Fennell photo Summer Clarke is one of 22 players from across Canada invited by the Canadian Soccer Association to its under-17 camp next week in Sunrise, Fla.
Canada Soccer invites Clarke to elite camp by Don Fennell Sports Editor Richmond’s Summer Clarke will be among some select company during the next week. Clarke is one of 22 players from across the nation to be invited to the Canadian Soccer Association’s under-17 women’s camp Nov. 19 to 27 in Sunrise, Fla. The nine-day camp, led by coach Bryan Rosenfeld, will be the group’s second en route to next year’s 2012 regional championships. “It means a lot to me to be invited back because I was selected from the many good players across Canada who play my position,” said Clarke, who is a striker with the Richmond Red Hot
Selects. “My goal is to just play my best and represent my family, Richmond, and the province well. If I’m performing my best, then I’m happy. The previous camp showed me what it was like to play competitively on an international stage (especially against a top team like Japan), and how the best players from other countries play. It was great competition.” Clarke said she hopes this camp will further bring into perspective how important working hard will be to achieve future success. “I hope we can start playing together really well as a team, enabling us to play well at the World Cup qualifying,” she said.
Rapids face world’s best There was a plethora of swimming talent at this year’s Island Cup in Victoria last weekend as some of the big guns from Canadian swimming, and upcoming Canadian Olympic team hopefuls, dove into the pools for some intense racing. But right alongside were several members of the Richmond Rapids.
“It was quite an opportunity for the boys and one of the reasons we came to the meet,” said Richmond Rapids head coach Robert Pettifer. “With Olympic trials coming up in March the goal was to see and race some really fast swimmers.” Kyle Bower , 16, Brandon De Costa, 15, Nicolaas Dekker, 15, Hau-Li
Fan, 14, Michael Sinclair, 14, Keegan Smith, 16, and Kevin Zhang, 15, all had the opportunity to race Olympic silver medalist Ryan Cochrane and Commonwealth medalist Stefan Hirniak, as well as some top level talent from around Washington State. The meet was scored according to age and gender. See Page 33
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Drive, oval hook up on development centre Local hoops stars head up coaching staff in high performance youth basketball venture by Don Fennell Sports Editor Two of the most dominant high school players in B.C. boys’ hoops history will head up the new high performance youth basketball development centre at the Richmond Olympic Oval, the details of which were announced Wednesday. Former Richmond Colt Pasha Bains and exWhite Rock Christian Eagle Chad Clifford will oversee the partnership between Drive Basketball and the Richmond Olympic Oval Community Legacy Program, which will begin in January 2012. “It’s really exciting for us,” said Drive Basketball founder Bains, who shares the head coaching duties with Clifford. “Being at the oval will afford us multiple fullcourts, something we have always visualized. In the United States there are many facilities like this for basketball and so it’s a dream come true.” Having access to multiple courts has many benefits, continued Bains, including being able to provide better instruction, especially five-onfive. It will also allow for more basketball events
A Drive Basketball student shoots hoops at the Richmond Olympic Oval Wednesday, following the announcement of a new high performance basketball venture set to begin at the oval in January 2012.
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The heart of the B.C. Lions was honoured Wednesday. Richmond’s Angus Reid, the longtime centre on the offensive line, was one of nine Lions selected by fans to the Canadian Football League all-star team. Originally drafted fourth overall by the Toronto Argonauts in the 2001 CFL Draft, he was released by the team after his initial training camp and signed by the Montreal Alouettes in July 2001. He was traded later that season to the Lions for defensive lineman Adriano Belli. Reid was a West Division all-star in 2004.
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freestyle, fifth 200 freestyle); Michael Sinclair (gold 100 freestyle, 200 freestyle, 50 freestyle, 50 butterfly, 50 breaststroke, silver 800 freestyle, sixth 200 backstroke, 400 freestyle); Smith (fourth 50 freestyle); and Zhang (seventh 200 breaststroke, eighth 50 breaststroke). De Costa set a new Rapids’ record in the 50 backstroke and Fan did likewise in the 1500 freestyle. The Rapids are gearing up for their own invitational swim
Top-eight finishers among the Rapids were: De Costa (gold in the 50-metre backstroke, silver 50 butterfly, fourth 100 backstroke, seventh 200 individual medley); Dekker (silver 200 backstroke, bronze 100 backstroke, 400 individual medley, fifth 200 butterfly, eighth 100 butterfly); Fan (gold 200 individual medley, 200 butterfly, 1500 freestyle, 400 individual medley, silver 200 backstroke, 200 breaststroke, fourth 400
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Dominion’s best coming to Richmond Club curling championships begin Monday by Don Fennell Sports Editor The best club curlers in Canada are coming to Richmond. The third annual Dominion Curling Club Championships are being held at the Richmond Curling Club next week, Monday through Saturday. And organizer Leigh Armstrong is promising fans of the sport are in for a treat. “I know with a solid group of experienced hosts it’s going to be a great event,” she said. “A lot of the eastern teams are coming in early and staying late so they can take advantage of being out west. And they’re bringing
a lot of fans with them, up to 200 representing family alone.” The championships will feature the men’s and women’s club curling champions from every province and territory along with a separate entry from Northern Ontario. “Another exciting aspect of the Dominion is that it’s supporting the B.C. Paraplegic Association, and so far our pre-event fundraiser has already collected $11,000 for the charity,” said Armstrong. “All the teams across Canada have been raising funds.” The ladies’ team of skip Kristy Frampton, third Geneva Chislett, second Penny Dominix-Neadeau and lead Robyn Mackey from the
Richmond’s Kim Thompson was among those who competed in the Pacific International Cup last April at the Richmond Curling Club. The PIC is the B.C. qualifier for the Dominion Curling Club Championships, which will be held at the Richmond Curling Club Nov. 21 to 26. Don Fennell photo
Iqaluit Curing Club in Nunavut is competing for the third straight year, hoping to pry the title away from Alberta. The Lethbridge Curling Club team skipped by Nanette Dupont defeated Saskatchewan 9-4 in the 2011 women’s final played in Charlottetown, PEI. This year’s Alberta representatives are again from the Lethbridge club led by skip Kendra Nakagama. Saskatchewan captured the 2010 men’s title with a 6-5 victory over Ontario. In the inaugural Dominion championships were held at the St. George’s Golf and Country Club in Chatham, Ont. in 2009. Ontario won both the men’s and women’s titles.
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Trojans hosting Grade 8 football semifinal Hugh Boyd, Stafford set to square off for spot in provincial final by Don Fennell Sports Editor When Bruce Haddow accepted the challenge of coaching this year’s Grade 8 football team at Hugh Boyd Secondary, the main objective was simply to improve. After all, only three of the players had previous experience on the gridiron. Fast forward a few months and the Trojans are knocking on the door of a possible provincial championship. That may be putting the proverbial cart before the horse, but they are set to host a B.C.
double-A league semifinal playoff game against Langley’s Stafford Skyhawks next Tuesday at 1 p.m. at Hugh Boyd Park. “I was skeptical, at first, of the regular-season format (in which all the teams, single-A to triple-A) play each other,” Haddow said. “But having gone through it I think it really helped our kids. I think it gave them confidence being at least competitive against the big teams.” The Trojans reached the final four by defeating Coquitlam’s Maple Creek 36-14 last
Tuesday. Darby Kwan rushed for over 300 yards and had four touchdowns and Ricky Reed rushed for over 100 yards and scored the other major. Kwan’s success was somewhat unexpected. For much of the season his blocking skills helped Reed pile up the touchdowns. Kwan’s first touchdown was perhaps the most unexpected of all. After Maple Creek took the ball down to Hugh Boyd’s one-yard line on the opening series, where they turned over the ball on downs to the Trojans, quarterback Tyler Moxin handed
Kwan the ball in a desparate effort to get the Trojans out of the shadows of their own goal posts. But Kwan did much more, scampering 99 yards for the game’s first score. Moxin, one of the three Trojans with previous football experience, has been a standout all season, said Haddow. While he still has plenty to work on, Moxin has only fumbled one snap from the centre. “Quarterback is such an important position at any level and to be cool under pressure, and not panic when
a play is not there, is really impressive,” said Haddow. Moxin has also been asked to throw the ball a fair amount this season, which is rare at the Grade 8 level when most teams prefer to keep the ball on the ground. “We promised our receivers they wouldn’t just stand out there and block,” explained Haddow. Haddow is also happy with his players’ commitment to defence, noting the “outstanding” efforts of Alec Forrest, Gabe Saklofsky, Jack Hau, and Justice Antenan against Maple Creek.
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Ask the Experts Q: Water and sewer rates are increasing a lot in Richmond. The flat annual rate seems to be
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On a water meter you only pay for the water you use, whereas the annual flat water and sewer rates cover all other usage including leaks and lost water for everywhere else in the city. Over 17,000 homes in Richmond are now using water meters and are saving money because of it. As more people start using water meters, there are less people remaining on the flat annual rate. This means there are less people to pay for the lost water across the city such as leaks on water mains or other old piping. If there are less people to paying the flat rate to cover these costs then the flat rate must increase so that the same unaccounted for water can still be paid for. Water rates are scheduled to increase every year regardless of if you are using a water meter or not, but the flat rate should increase more to compensate for those switching to the cheaper water meter rates. The flat rate for water and sewer in Richmond has already increased 90% in the past 7 years.
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A Tale of Two Fiats Resurrected icon combines novelty and nostalgia by Rob Beintema Special to Black Press
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he Fiat 500’s entry into the North American market ranks as one of the more notable blips on the timeline of recent automotive history. The 500’s retro-styled tribute to the original “Cinquecento” is the third in a line of resurrected icons, following the new Beetle and new MINI. And its equally distinctive and eye-catching lines have made it one of the more noticeable cars on the road. I found myself in the Chrysler Canada lot, keys in hand, circling my first Fiat, a 2012 500, dipped in silver with a grey/black cloth interior. It was cute as a button, goby-eyed and snub-nosed with all the pugnacious personality of the original. The 500 three-door hardtop hatchback comes in a choice of three trim levels – Pop ($15,995), Sport ($18,500) and Lounge ($19,500). That kind of entry-level pricing gives the Fiat a distinct advantage over the other aforementioned icons – the 2012 MINI and 2012 VW Beetle, both starting at nearly $22,000.
Sure, if we widen the playing field, we’ll find better deals with more aggressivelypriced small car competitors like the Toyota Yaris, Chev Sonic, Honda Fit, Ford Fiesta, Mazda2 and Hyundai Accent, to name just a few. But while we can argue which of those models may be eminently more practical choices, they just don’t capture the imagination with the same verve as the 500’s cachet of novelty and nostalgia. I’d even include the smart car in the mix if its dreary performance came halfway near to fulfilling the promise of its perky personality. The Fiat 500 takes on that performance challenge with a 1.4-litre MultiAir four cylinder engine that makes 101 hp and 98 lb/ft of torque, still not exactly stellar, but a far cry from the anemic power levels of its pipsqueak predecessor’s original 479 cc two-banger. This very modern and fuel-efficient engine seems willing enough, propelling this 500’s relatively light 1,106 kg (2,434 lb) mass up to speed in respectable time. And the performance level in this particular case got an assist from Sport trim additions - a sport-tuned suspension, bigger 16-inch alloy wheels and a few other touches. But it was also hampered somewhat by an optional six-speed Aisin automatic, a $1,300 extra, and an efficient but soulless transmission—great for the traffic jam realities of urban commuting but no fun in the corners and high speed twisty bits, even with its auto stick abilities. Which was why I was happy to move on to my second tester, a bright red 500 Cabrio
The 2012 Fiat 500, the iconic tribute that has brought a taste of Italy to Canada, in two of its available flavours – the hardtop hatchback model on left in Sport trim ($18,500) with its Cabrio cousin in Lounge trim ($22,995).
model retaining the standard five-speed manual. Small runabouts like this demand a manual gearbox. Your left foot just naturally stabs out in search of a clutch pedal. There’s a kind of joy to be found here that owners of old sports cars know well, the joy of milking power to its maximum, matching the right revs to the right gear, pushing past any limitations, striving for that “just right” balance of performance and handling. And this little 500 Cabrio was putting a smile on my face. In fact, I don’t know how you could not smile in this car. The Cabrio model comes in two trim levels – Pop ($19,995) and Lounge ($22,995), and my second tester was resplendent in full-blown Lounge trim, harmonizing the sporty red exterior with a
sumptuous red and cream leather interior that perfectly matched the iconic and funky instrument control layout, while complementing the open-air ambience of the Cabrio cabin with its accordion-retractable soft top. Yes, that retracted roof blocks most of the rear view through the mirror. Yes, there’s only room for bambinos in the back seat. Yes, you’ll never squeeze your golf bag into the tiny trunk space. Yes, the Lounge trim layout stretches the car’s cost well beyond entry-level pricing, to the neighbourhood of $25,000. And, yes, the initial novelty and smiling reactions will wear off, just as they have for the Beetle and MINI. But, yes, for a few days, it was simply the perfect car to drive.
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cess. In 2005, the first generation Yaris hatchback bowed and since then, Toyota has sold 84,000 of them. Exterior styling has really been improved this time around with the Yaris. Subcompacts tend to look alike, but the restyled Yaris stands out from the crowd with a new face that emphasizes the wider stance and an upwardssweeping beltline that expresses forward momentum. One distinctive change is a move to a single wiper system for the front windshield. It also has a unique single washer nozzle system that evenly sprays fluid along the entire edge of the blade. Current Yaris owners will notice the 2012 model has a much more upscale look to the cabin than before, with soft touch, fine grained materials dominating the dash area. A major overhaul was made to the gauge layout, which now sits where it should be, right in front of the driver rather than atop the centre stack. Yaris fans will also notice that the track for the front seats has been redesigned with more notches, making it easier to find just the right driving position, while the driver’s seat height adjusts to 60 mm from 45 mm. The seatback thickness has also been reduced, allowing for more knee room for rear seat passengers. Strangely though, heated seats are not offered even as an option on the new Yaris. Meanwhile, cargo capacity behind the rear seat has been increased by 25 per cent to 286 litres from 274 and 60/40 split folding rear seats are now standard on all models if you need more room to carry oversized or long items.
The power train is unchanged with a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 106 hp and 103 lb/ft of torque. Standard is a five-speed manual transmission with a four-speed automatic available as a $1,000 option. Although horsepower is limited, the Yaris moves along fairly well when pushed. Mechanical changes have improved the Yaris’s ride and handling for 2012. The brakes are larger than on previous generations and a more rigid body structure not only contributes to protection for the occupants, but also helps in the handling department. The Yaris is among the shortest vehicles in the class and that is a good thing when it comes to handling. It is nimble and easy to maneuver. It also has a short turning circle of 9.4 metres, which is important in tight city parking lots and the like. And although this is an entrylevel vehicle, safety doesn’t get the short shrift. In fact, the new Yaris has a class-leading nine air bags along with the standard Toyota Star Safety System, which includes vehicle stability control, traction control, antilock brakes with electronic brake force distribution, brake assist and smart stop technology. The hallmark of the Yaris in the past has been its reliability and Toyota is playing up that fact with a new advertising campaign trumpeting “Epic Reliability”. That feeling of reliability and value for the dollar will be key to bringing customers into the Yaris fold. A new batch of competitors makes the subcompact area a much more challenging marketplace today than Yaris has had to face in past years.
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Hyundai Veloster raises the bar in style and content Special to Black Press
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Because when it comes to automobiles, the ‘good old days’ are now. New vehicles have never been safer, more fuel efficient, more powerful, tighter handling—and a better value. Today, you do get more for your money, and according to Michael Hatch, chief economist for the Canadian Auto Dealers Association, average new car prices are roughly the same as they were in 1994. Which in today’s dollars, he points out, translates into a 40 per cent increase in affordability. Take the Hyundai Elantra for example. Its Limited model not only comes with heated leather front seats, but heated rear seats as well. And at less than $23,000, that’s not even the top trim level. The Veloster looks like a hot hatch, and no, it won’t burn up the asphalt. Which doesn’t concern Hyundai leadership, as their market research indicates that this car’s twentysomething target demographic doesn’t care so much about performance. Expressiveness, the latest technology and the ability to customize rank higher in the ‘must haves.’ Still, the all-new 1.6 litre Gamma four-cylinder, the smallest Hyundai engine to use gasoline direct injection, is no slouch. It provides 138 hp and 123 lb/ft of torque, which are pretty big numbers for a car similar in size to the Accent subcompact hatchback. First gear, however, is a little tall with the sixspeed manual, so takeoff isn’t brisk. And torque drops off quickly when upshifting. But second to sixth are more satisfying, and keeping the revs up will deliver enough pep for most buyers. Inside, the Veloster does not disappoint. Hyundai engineers have carved out a
surprising amount of space, considering the car’s small footprint. It has class-leading interior volume (compared to competitors like Scion tC, Honda CR-Z, MINI Clubman and Cooper), and it has been fitted as nicely as its reinvented Elantra and Sonata siblings. Sure, there’s liberal use of plastic, but it’s a nice mix of complementary textures, with faux aluminum and chrome accents, and soft-touch materials. My tester, which was in Tech Package trim ($22,499), also included double-stitched leatherette seats with attractive fabric inserts, along with leatherette in the doors and armrests. What’s most surprising about the Veloster is its long list of standard content. The base vehicle at $18,999 includes a six-speed manual, along with now standard fare like power windows, locks, air conditioning, steering-wheel audio and cruise controls, Bluetooth hands-free phone and heated power mirrors. What’s more impressive at this price point are features like 17-inch alloy wheels, dual centre exhaust outlet, heated seats, smart key with push-button start, seven-inch touchscreen multimedia system with six-speaker AM/FM/ XM/CD/MP3 audio, and rearview camera. The latter item, in particular, is a bonus as the Veloster’s large C-pillars and split back window do hamper rear visibility. Aside from content levels, what’s also unexpected is its three-door configuration. There’s a single door on the driver’s side, just like any coupe. Walk over to the passenger side, and you’ll see a cleverly-disguised rear door with its handle hidden in the black window surround. In the Veloster, Hyundai has definitely raised the bar in terms of content and styling for its segment—if you can neatly place it in a particular segment. It’s a coupe, it’s a hatchback, it’s a three-quarter sedan. It may not be entirely practical, but can work for a couple with two kids.
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Morningstar has another single-family hit on its hands
Amberleigh off and running in Coquitlam Morningstar is off to a strong start already with its newest development, Amberleigh in Coquitlam’s Burke Mountain area. Sales were set to begin on Nov. 12, but Morningstar Vice-President of Sales and Marketing Deborah Calahan says that there was already a lineup on Nov. 11. Several people camped out overnight to ensure that they got the first pick of the homes when they opened for sale at 8 a.m. “We are so pleased with the response to our fifth and newest community on Burke Mountain,” Calahan says. “I think it is a combination of value, brand – a name you know and can trust – and our previous success at Avondale.” Avondale was Morningstar’s last singlefamily project at Burke Mountain, which was
released earlier this year to great fanfare. Morningstar started with a first release of 10 homes, which sold out quickly. They made the decision to release four more homes to keep up with the demand, and by noon, those were sold as well. Calahan says that they plan to release another set of homes this weekend, so buyers are encouraged to check out www. mstarhomes.com or call 604-464-4440 for more details on the next release and for more information on Amberleigh. The homes range from 3,096 to 3,238 square feet, with three different floorplans to choose from. Starting at $649,900, they will showcase some of the most amazing features on the market, including detached rear garages and the option of a finished basement.
‘The best-designed urban village in the market’
Larco hits a peak with Summit House by Kerry Vital
If you’re looking for a perfect mix of style, convenience, comfort and beauty, you need look no further than The Summit House at Morgan Crossing, by Larco Investments Ltd. The mostly two-bedroom apartment units, some with a separate loft area and a few with three bedrooms, range from 856 to 1,261 square feet, and every single one is packed full of amazing features like elegant tile or ceramic backsplashes and quartz countertops. But it’s the location that is one of the most impressive features.
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For single people looking to meet people, it is perfect,” says Cam Good, president of The Key Marketing. “(Morgan Crossing) is arguably the best-designed urban village in the market,” says Cam Good, president of The Key Marketing. With tons of shopping and services literally on your doorstep, homeowners at The Summit House will never be far from the action. “We have had a huge number of restarts,” says Good, meaning people who are looking for a change in their lives, often after the end of a relationship. “They don’t want to be alone ... for single people looking to meet people, it is perfect.” Of the 101 homes, about a quarter have been sold since the development opened for sale in September, Good says. One of the biggest draws so far has been the high ceilings. Ceiling heights are between nine and 11 feet, lending an incredible sense of space to every room. Richly stained hardwood laminate flooring is featured throughout the entry, kitchen, living and dining rooms, and every bedroom includes thick plush carpeting. A special feature of every home is an electric fireplace. Other thoughtful details include the soft-close drawers in the kitchen and the roomy white bathtub with a hand-set tile surround and polished chrome accessories by Kohler. Every floorplan has been designed to maximize natural light, so you’ll never feel crowded. If you’re looking to catch a bit of sun or do some gardening, Summit House
features a private rooftop garden that spans over an acre. It includes a fire pit, community garden, barbecue area and a deck for sunning. “This space isn’t available to the general public because it’s on the top of the building,” says Good. “It’s the biggest outdoor deck that I know of.” If you’re looking for a bit more privacy, most homes include a large outdoor patio or balcony. If entertaining is on your to-do list, Summit House is perfect for that too. With the shops downstairs ranging from Thrifty Foods to Everything Wine and Mink A Chocolate, everything is available for putting together that perfect dinner party. Homes at Summit House are movein ready and start at $269,900 for a limited time. For more information visit www.thesummithouse.ca or call 604-541-4705.
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The Summit House at Morgan Crossing features a large shared outdoor space, above, perfect for doing some gardening or holding a barbecue. The spacious floorplans are great for entertaining groups of all sizes, top, especially with the beautiful natural light featured throughout.
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The primary success of the program will be measured by the individual development of each athlete, gaining skill and confidence from the instructors. This success will be manifested in players progressing through provincial and national programs, as well as earning athletic scholarships in Canada and the United States. Having Drive at the Richmond Olympic Oval is the first step in building a basketball pathway for players who aspire to be champions at the highest levels. Programs are aimed at boys and girls ages four to 17 who look to take their game to the next level, from becoming the best player on their school team, to earning a post-secondary scholarship, to one day representing Canada on the international stage. All coaches will be National Coaching Certification Pro-
“Being at the oval will afford us multiple full-courts, something we have always visualized.” - Pasha Bains gram (NCCP) certified. “Basketball BC looks forward to working with the Drive program as they make their new home in the Richmond Olympic Oval,” said Lawrie Johns, executive di-
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OBITUARIES McNAIR, Sylvia Ingeborg (Peterson) Nov. 21, 1927- Nov. 5, 2011
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Sylvia Ingeborg McNair (Peterson) on November 5,2011, peacefully surrounded by family members at the Salvation Army Hospice in Richmond. Sylvia has been reunited with her husband of 59 years Hugh Allison McNair along with daughter Kay Booth, great grandson Michael and great granddaughter Kaitlynn. She leaves behind to mourn her daughters Claudia Robertson, Jeanne (Robert) Goodrick, and sons Doug (Connie) McNair, and Allen McNair. Also sisters Peggy and Selma, brother-in-law Archie (Pat), sister-in-law Marjorie Paterson (Jim) along with nieces and nephews. grandchildren and great grandchildren. Sylvia spent most of her life in Richmond. She was a caring woman throughout the community. She was a friendship Circle leader for the South Arm United, also a Brownie Leader. Sylvia volunteered for many years with the Red Cross. She also spent many years making touques and mittens for the Seaman’s Mission and other organizations. Her greatest achievement being her family. Having married a farmer in 1944 she graciously raised family of five. The farm and five kids kept her very busy ensuring many were fed by bringing lunches for the hired men. Sylvia and Hugh’s family grew to include 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, Sylvia and family have requested donations to your favourite charity in her memory.
All black short haired neutered male cat. Answers to Milo. Microchipped. Friendly S.Richmond. May have wandered into garage or shed & cannot get out. Please check. Needs medication & special diet. Please call if seen 604-274-1431 or 778-836-7962
OPEN YOUR HEART OPEN YOUR HOME Adults w/ physical & mental disabilities face housing issues even greater than the average person. Thompson Community Services’ mission is to help meet those needs. For more than 20 years, Thompson has met the housing and personal needs of people with a range of disabilities. Now we’re hoping we can find individuals in the TriCities and Richmond areas, who can help us continue that tradition of services. Our clients have a variety of needs, but most simply need a home where people will care about them. They require supervision and need the support and stability that comes from living in a home. What they really need is someone to care, just as Thompson Community Services has cared. We are seeking female caregivers, who have extensive experience and knowledge around supporting individuals with mental health conditions. If you have extra room in your home & want to take on one of the most rewarding challenges you’ll ever face, we’ll be happy to give you more information. Please send your resume to Attn.: Liz MacDonald at: Thompson Community Services Fax: 604-589-9512 E-mail: lmacdonald@tcsinfo.ca Website: www.thompson communityservices.com
COMING EVENTS
KEEN FOOTWEAR
Sample Sale
Men’s - Women’s - Kids Sat, Nov 19th, 9am-1pm Richmond
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ON THE WEB:
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LOST AND FOUND
FOUND - CHILD’S BIKE left on yard, area #1 Rd & Francis, please call to identify (604)272-1598
TIME FOR A NEW CAR? See bcclassified.com’s Automotive Section in 800’s
ATLAS POWER SWEEP DRIVERS power sweeping, power scrubbing and pressure washing. Must be hard working with a good attitude. Burnaby based. Must be available to work nights and weekends. Good driving record required. Experience beneficial, but will train. Email jobs@atlasg.net or fax 604-294-5988
CHRISTMAS CORNER
CHRISTMAS TREES FOR SALE 4-14 ft high. Your choice - you cut or we cut. All trees must go! Best price in the Valley. Low chemicals from last 3yrs. 5968-248 St. Langley. Open from Nov. 19th till Christmas. 778-552-3227
South Arm Christmas Craft Fair
Sat., Nov. 19th 10am to 4pm FREE ADMISSION OVER 85 CRAFTERS South Arm Community Ctr. 8880 Williams Rd. Richmond
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FRASERVIEW Care Lodge Annual Bake, Craft and Gift Fair in support of resident activities. Saturday, Nov. 26, 11am - 4pm. 9580 Williams Rd. Richmond
#2123-11871 Horseshoe Way
DRIVER. COMPANY EXPANDING. Looking for Class 1 driver who can cross border and go into ports, preferably withbcclassified.com 1 year flat deck exp. Serious replies only. Fax resume & abstract to 604-853-4179.
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Become a Psychiatric Nursetrain locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com
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RETAIL
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Like music and a team environment? No experience necessary, no telemarketing, 10 openings available! Benefits after 6 mos.
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Start Date: Jan. 9, 2012 $9.56 - $10.25/hr.
Fax Resume: 604 952 2763 E-mail Resume to: bsasaki@windset.com HUGHSON TRUCKING INC. is looking for Class 1 Super-B flatdeck drivers. Safety and Performance Bonuses, benefits package, drug & alcohol policy. 2 years experience preferred. We will provide transportation to Southern Alberta. Call 1-800-647-7995 ext 228 or fax resume to 403-6472763
View Details at: www.rainbowchrysler.ca Call: Brian Musgrave 1.877.624.8207 or e-mail: bmusgrave@ rainbowchrysler.ca AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN - Integrity, quality work, team oriented and ongoing training are paramount. Modern, well equipped shop with up to date technical data, training and equipment. We are interviewing now. Please contact us in confidence if you or someone you know are interested in this opportunity. Delta Automotive (Ladner) 604-946-0001 or deltaauto@telus.net
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AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca
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.
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
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REWARDING CAREERS ARE NEVER HANDED TO YOU. AT CDI COLLEGE, WE’LL HELP YOU EARN ONE. CDI College has been helping people like you launch successful careers for more than four decades. Choose from over 50 market-driven programs in Business, Art &
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YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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10% OFF when you Mention this ad HARDI RENO SVS. *Plumbing *Tile *Drywall*Paint*More! 778-865-4072
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From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
JASON’S ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. (604)961-7505, 278-0375
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LEAKY ROOF? Call JJ ROOFING
SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
Repairs, New & Re-Roof. Prompt Quality Service Excellent References *Free Estimates *WCB Insured *Member BBB
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JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses
On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!
PAVING/SEAL COATING
ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
RECYCLE-IT!
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com
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SMALL JOB specialist, all repairs. Carpenty & flooring. Kit. & bthrooms a specialty. Dan 604-761-9717
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DRYWALL REPAIRS, CEILING TEXTURE SPRAYING. Small Job Specialist. Mike at (604)341-2681
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NEW & REPAIR. Bath & KItch, flrs, tiles, moulding, dry-wall, painting, plumbing, wiring. Job guaranteed. WCB ins. Patrick 778-863-7100.
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Kitchen & Bathroom Specialist Plus Tiddley Things
ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
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ABBA MOVERS & DEL. Res/com 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up. 25 yrs of experience.604-506-7576
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BILL GILLESPIE
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Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
• Mechanical / Structural • Architectural / Home Renos. • Preliminary & Final Plans
PLUMBING
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle. Senior- Student Discount. 604-721-4555.
CLEANING SERVICES
CONCRETE & PLACING
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1ST CALL Plumbing, heating, gas, licensed, insured, bonded. Local, Prompt and Prof. 604-868-7062
SEMI-RETIRED CARPENTER for repairs or any kind of carpentry, plumbing & electrical. 604 272-1589 kal.scandi@gmail.com
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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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Windset Farms – Ladner BC Full Time – Seasonal Duties incl: Picking, Pruning, Deleafing.
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#1167 $25 service call, BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774
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604-777-5046
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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.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
SALES
NU-WEST Construction Products seeks a key individual to fill the role of Customer Service Representative in our Richmond Branch. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing quotes, orders and ensuring customer satisfaction. We offer a competitive salary to be negotiated, group benefits, and bonus program. Apply by Fax 888.853.5795 or email humanresources@nu-west.ca
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WE are a Rogers dealer and currently seeking for a number of sales professionals. If you are a good strong closer with excellent customer skills, hard worker and can work independently, you are the right candidate of this position. We offer a good hourly rate plus commission and 5 working day in North Shore. Past cellular sales exp is definite asset. Please email your resume with cover letter to hrbc@cellmart.com
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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING Vancouver Island University training for over 50 years, No simulators. Low student / instructor ratio. 1-888-920-2221 ext: 6130 www.viu.ca/ heavyequipment
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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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RENTALS 706
BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095
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1 & 2 Bdrms Available Immediately
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• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
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2 P/B MALE Yorkies, vet ✓ 1st shots, 11 weeks old, $900. 604820-7053. BORDER Collie/Springer Spaniel X. Vet checked, dewormed, first shots. $300. Call 604-746-6728 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 CHOCOLATE LAB puppies, dew claws removed, vet ✔, dewormed, 9 weeks. $650. (604)850-0573 CKC REG BLOOD HOUND pups, 1 male, 8 fem. Liver & tan, ready to go end of Nov. (604)574-5788 GERMAN SHEPHERD Pups & young adults. Quality German & Czech bloodlines. 604-856-8161. KITTENS & CATS for adoption. Call Catcare Vet Clinic, full service hospital, appt to view 604-277-8511 LABRADOODLE PUPPIES Family Based Hobby Breeder. $750 604-595-5840. Avail Nov 20th. redbarnlabradoodles.blogspot.com MALTESE pups, 2 males, 1st shots, vet ✔, dewormed. Family raised. 604-464-5077.
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MOVING SALE 6791 Williams Road, Richmond, Saturday, November 19, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Lots of household goods including,exercise equipment of treadmill, stationery bike, barbells and weights. Also baby supplies, i.e. stroller, highchair, playpen, booster seats. Lots of dishes, housewares, tools, small freezer and garden equipment. Everything must go so great prices. Contact 604-274-2375 MOVING SALE, Sat. Sun. Nov. 19 & 20, 9-3. Hsehold, garden, golf bag & clubs, tools, stereo, misc. 9471 ALBERTA RD.
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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS PEARL DRUM SET, $1200, receipts for $1000 in upgrades, located in Hope. Call 1 (604)869-7329
REAL ESTATE 609
APARTMENT/CONDOS
***HANDY MAN CONDOS*** Bank Owned; Fixer Uppers FREE LIST w/ PICTURES! www.HandyManCondos.com 1-800-304-9849 ID # 1048 re/max city realty
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WE BUY HOMES Damaged House! Older House! Difficulty Selling! Behind on Payments! Need to Sell Now? NO FEES! NO RISK! QUICK CASH! Call us First! 604.657.9422
Chihuahua 6 mos, female, spayed, shots, for good home. $1200 obo. 1 (604) 392-3604
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AUCTIONS
ANTIQUE & Collectible AUCTION Monday Nov 21, 7pm Viewing on Sunday 1pm - 5pm & Monday from 10am CENTRAL AUCTION #313 - 20560 - Langley By Pass (#10 Hwy) 604-534-8322 www.centralauction.ca
MORTGAGES
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Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
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GARAGE SALES
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CENTRAL RICHMOND, Move in with suitcase. Beautifully furnished apt., 1/bdrm., incl rec ctr, heat. NS, NP. $1200. Dec 1. (604)526-9529 RICHMOND. 1 BDRM Apart. for rent Dec.1. W&D, Wood Frplace, Dshwshr, microwav, s&f, wd floors, exercise rm. & hot tub. Near Lansdowne & Skytrain. $1150. 604-3135261. RICHMOND 1 bdrm & den main flr, 8051 Ryan Rd nr Williams & #3. N/S, no parties, N/P. Nr all amens. Avail now. $900. 604-779-6086
RICHMOND 3 bdrm 2 bath 3 appls, 3rd flr, balcony, avail now. $1300 incl heat, water. Bob 604-782-6378
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SUITES, UPPER
TOWNHOUSES
2 LEVEL TOWNHOUSE, 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2 car garage, long term. N/S, N/P. 1422 sq.ft., across from Ironwood Mall, $2200/mo. Avail immed. Call 604-277-9990. RICHMOND
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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
2003 VOLVO V40, S/W, Blue, loaded 155,000 kms. auto. new tires. $6600 firm. 604-538-9257.
Call 604-830-4002 or 604-830-8246 Website www.aptrentals.net RICHMOND QUEENSGATE GARDENS Conveniently Located Close to schools & public transportation. Spacious 2 & 3 bdrm townhouses. 6 Appl’s., balcony, 2 car garage, 2 full baths, gas f/p. 1 Year lease required. No Pets. Professionally Managed by Colliers International Call 604-841-2665
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Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
SUITES, LOWER
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CARS - DOMESTIC
2000 FOCUS SE auto, 4/dr, 179K, fully loaded. Drives like new. Health forces sale. $2400. 778-893-4866
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
RECREATIONAL/SALE
2002 DODGE NEON R/T standard trans., white, sunroof, used eng., new timing belt & clutch. CD stacker $3995 obo. (604)826-0519
2007 Honda Civic DXG 5 sp, 2 dr., grey, 130K, p/w, p/l, a/c, am/fm/cd, no acc. $9,500 604793-3819
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HAMILTON 2 Bdrm suite avail. Dec1. 750 sqft incl. cable, internet, hydro, laundry NO PETS/NO SMOKING. Close to Queensbrgh Landing, Hamilton Elem and located between Vancouver, Surrey & Burnaby. Close to bus stop and in family friendly cdc. $850 778-8881105 IRONWOOD: Pets ok, 2 bdrm, 1000sf, 7 appls, N/S, ref’s, Dec 1st. $1350 + 50% utils. 604-690-5921 RICHMOND. 1 bdrm suite. Incl all utils. No laundry. N/S. N/P. $700/mo. Avail now. 604-808-4297. Richmond. 2 bdrm bsmt suite. New tiled kitchen, wood flrs. 1.5 washrm. Inste lndry. Nr #4 Rd. & McNair school. $950 + utils. Avail immed. 604-231-9460 or 604-726-5336. RICHMOND 3 bdrm., 1 bath, own entry & ldry. 1 yr. lease. $1360 mo. N/S. 9551 Bissett Pl. 604-301-0818 RICHMOND #5 Rd/Cambie. 2 bdrm NS/NP. $850, incl Lndry & utils. Suit adults. 604-277-1234 778-322-4213
2003 21’ WILDWOOD 5th wheel, light weight, a/c, awning, beautiful cond. $16,500 obo. 604-287-1127
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Briargate & Paddock Townhouses
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Richmond, #5/Bridgeport. 2000 sq.ft. reno’d large 3 bdrms, 2 full bthrms. Large cov patio. $2000/mo. Avail immed. Ken 604-218-6090. Richmond, #5/Williams. 3 bdrm up $1500. 2 bdrm bsmt $1000. N/S. N/P. 604-273-5212, 604-779-1390 RICHMOND lrg bright 2bdrm +den, dinrm, livrm, lrg yrd, nr all amens, 3 appli’s, share laundry. NS/NP, avail Dec 1st. $1200/mo. 778-869-1244. W. RICHMOND Gilbert Rd. Nice 2 level, 3 bdrm. + den, 2 baths, sundeck, f/p, insuite ldry. $1800/mo. Call 604-644-2788.
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HOMES FOR RENT
This beautiful home built in 2009 features a one-bedroom, ground floor suite available for rent at $700/month. The separate, 5bedroom portion of this home is available for $2,500/month and boasts a spacious floor plan, hardwood flooring, gourmet kitchen, a large Games Room with wet bar and more. Located in Richmond’s blossoming Hamilton neighborhood: Close to Outlet Shopping – including Walmart –, the Starlight Casino, Highway 99 and connectors. Hot water & cable included, call Rob @ 778772-4064.
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E. RICHMOND, 2200 sq. ft. $2200 mo. 4 Bdrms, 2.5 bath, Liv. rm., din. & fam. rm. Double gar. lndry rm. Close to elem. school, bus stop on King Road, Ironwood market. Only Non smoker and no pets please. 604 377 8079
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2005 MONTANA SV6, loaded, Onstar, 7 pass., new front rotors & brakes. Mint. $6400. 604-812-1278 2008 FORD F350 4x4 diesel, loaded, super cab, 75,000kms, Asking $25,900. 778-895-7570
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Richmond residents Archie and Hazel Anderson are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary this weekend with a party. The pair were married on Nov. 22, 1941 at St. Faith’s Anglican Church in Edmonton. The couple met on a tennis court, where, as Archie remembers in a poem, “Our first game together was/ Certainly a true love set.” Not long after the wedding, Archie was posted overseas in Europe and Asia during the war and the couple didn’t see each other for almost three years.
Last month, the Quilchena Golf and Country Club presented a record amount to CHIMO Crisis Services in Richmond. As she accepted a cheque for $32,580 from Gary Anderson, who represented the club’s board of directors, Joan Cowderoy, executive director of CHIMO, spoke about the importance of this donation, noting that the tournament is CHIMO’s largest non-government donor, and that this is the largest ever donation from Quilchena.
Richelle Akimow photo Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived at Richmond Centre on Saturday.
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How do you eat an elephant, especially one worth a quarter of a million dollars? The realtors at Sutton Group – Seafair Realty will tell you: one bite at a time. This year marks their 17th time participating in the Steveston Salmon Festival. More than 50 realtors from the Richmond and Delta offices along with their families and friends volunteered to grill and serve 1,200 pounds of salmon for hungry visitors. They sold every piece of salmon available! Their food sales raised $30,000 for children’s and seniors’ programs at the Steveston Community Centre. In total, over the past 17 years, Sutton Group - Seafair Realty has collected an amazing $250,000 for the Steveston Community Society.
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Terry & Linda McPhail
Sunny & Sandy Janda, and Amit Sandhu
13th ANNUAL
STARLIGHT GALA wa s S P EC TACU L A R ! The 13th Starlight Gala was SPECTACULAR! Thanks to the many generous donors, community leaders, volunteers and a sold out crowd, the gala raised $285,000 net in support of the Richmond Hospital Foundation’s Operating Room Campaign. “I am inspired by each guest who attended. They are our visionary, community leaders, generous sponsors, amazing donors, and Wine Fairies pour from the ceiling medical and hospital leaders. I’m sure that every one has either been touched or touched Richmond Hospital in some way. Richmond Hospital is so much more than just a hospital. The care that is provided extends throughout the community.It’s where our friends and neighbours work, where our sons and daughters or our grandchildren were born, where broken bones were mended, or surgeries undertaken. It’s our hospital and we are so fortunate to have this kind of quality care right here in Richmond. Thanks to the generous support of our donors and sponsors. I know, today and in the future, we can provide the highest quality of care for our families and friends”, said Natalie D. Meixner, President & CEO, Richmond Hospital Foundation. Elaine Fung, Paul Oei & Loretta Lai
Dalbir & Kal Rai and guests
The River Rock Casino Resort & Show Theatre was transformed into a James Bond (007) inspired mystery. Guests enjoyed a fabulous ‘Shaken Not Stirred’ reception sponsored by AM-PRI Group, which featured body painted villains, an ice sculptured Bond martini bar, and guests frantically bidded on over 200 spectacular silent auction items. “This year’s gala was bigger, bolder and more exciting than ever! The River Rock was transformed with sky high draping as guests entered into the Show Theatre, body painted Bond Girls, and the opening act with James Bond flew onto the stage to catch the diamond thieves was phenomenal”, said Barbara Goodwin, Chair, Special Events for Richmond Hospital Foundation. There were many Bond “secret agent” inspired surprises during the evening. Guests watched while Bond tried to capture the diamond thieves. The exciting Live Auction had guests bidding up a storm. Guests competed on priceless items which included: a rare meet and greet with Bryan Adams in New York, your choice of any 10 day Holland America Line cruise, a diamond pendant, rare wines, a private behind-the-scenes tour of Richmond Hospital hosted by medical leadership and Susan Wannamaker, Chief Operating Officer of Richmond Hospital.
Joy May, Natalie Meixner and Randy May
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RO OM TO G R OW: Improve Surgical Care for Richmond Hospital
MIS - THE BEST TOOLS FOR SURGERY Serving our community right herein our community With the dramatic increase in population in Richmond, there is an understandably increased demand on our Operating Rooms. Today, our OR accommodates 8,300 surgeries annually. That’s more than 22 surgeries a day, and the demand continues to grow. Our doctors and medical Dr. Sharadh Sampath, General Surgeon teams need the best possible tools to treat patients quickly and with absolute precision. With your generous support, we can fund sophisticated new OR equipment that will reduce pain, speed healing and save lives.
MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY (MIS) EQUIPMENT What Is Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) & Why Do We Need It? New MIS equipment at Richmond Hospital means our surgeons are able to perform surgeries with fewer complications, faster healing times and better overall outcomes. Minimally Invasive Surgery is much kinder to your body than traditional open surgery. While open surgery requires a single long cut, MIS procedures are performed through one or more tiny, dime-sized incisions. This means a much faster, easier recovery, a shorter hospital stay, minimal scarring, fewer complications, and in some cases, a better overall outcome. HELP NOW! For more information about how to make a donation please contact the Richmond Hospital Foundation at 604.244.5252 or www.richmondhospitalfoundation.com
Diamond Sponsors
A highlight of the evening was the ‘Fund-A-Need,’ where guests were challenged to help purchase two Arthroscopic Video Towers at a cost of $200,000. Through donations our amazing donors rose to the challenge and Richmond Hospital will immediately receive this critical piece of medical equipment. The Starlight Gala is the Richmond Hospital Foundation’s signature event and is Richmond’s largest and most prestigious fundraiser. Since the inaugural Starlight Gala in 1999, the event has raised over $2.5 million for Richmond Hospital.
Hosting the Starlight Gala is one of the many ways the Richmond Hospital Foundation raises funds to purchase and upgrade vital medical equipment, improve patient care programs, and upgrade facilities at Richmond Hospital. Since 1987, through the generosity of caring donors, the Foundation has raised over $36 million for Richmond Hospital.
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BOARD OF DIRECTOR S
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
S TA R L I G H T G A L A C O M M I T T E E
William (Bill) Jaffe, Chair RBC Dominion Securities The Jaffe Wealth Management Team
Milton Carrasco, Transoft Solutions Inc.
Co-Chairs
Roger Cheng, Johnston, Ross & Cheng Ltd.
Barbara Goodwin, Nuco Properties Ltd.
Gary Cohen, Cohen Buchan Edwards
Colleen Chambers, TSX Venture Exchange
Kush Panatch, Chair, Governance Centro Development Ltd.
Diane Dupuis, Dupuis Langen Financial Management (1985) Ltd.
Committee Members
Matt Ilich, Treasurer & Chair, Finance Macquarie Private Wealth Inc.
Maurice Lambert, Pryke Lambert Leathley Russell LLP
Barbara Goodwin, Chair, Special Events Nuco Properties Ltd.
Dalbir Rai, DS Rai Enterprises Ltd.
Colleen Chambers, Member at Large TSX Venture Exchange
Jim Treliving, Boston Pizza International
Elaine Fung, Director Development, Richmond Hospital Foundation
Maurice White, RBC Phillips, Hager & North Investment Counsel
Sonny Janda, Janda Group of Companies
Dr. Phoebus Wong, Richmond Laser Skin Care & Wellness Centre
Doug Nightingale, Honorary Member, Nightingale Electrical Ltd.
Dianne Cecchin, Pacific Blue Cross
Doug Nightingale, Nightingale Electrical Ltd.
Roger Cheng, Honorary Member, Johnston, Ross & Cheng Ltd. Carly Fiddler
Scott Shepherd, Northstar Trade Finance Inc.
Ron Gracan, Regency Medicine Centre Doug Johnson, Ernst & Young Brett Kagetsu, Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP
Paul Oei, Desjardins Financial Security
Ralph May, Campbell, Froh, May & Rice
Carleen Pauliuk, Manager Special Events, Richmond Hospital Foundation
Paul Oei, Desjardins Financial Security Kim Schuss, Dorset Realty Group Canada Ltd.
Dalbir Rai, Honorary Member, DS Rai Enterprises Ltd.
Kyle Shury, Platform Properties Ltd.
Amit Sandhu, AM-PRI Construction Ltd.
Winston Wong, Desjardins Financial Security
Kyle Shury, Platform Properties Ltd.
Michelle Woo, (OvCaRe) Program of BC
Gloria Sweder Coreen Van Dorp
DIAMOND SPONSORS
Barry & Laurie Cavanaugh
Lucky & Kiran Janda
Asa Johal
Dalbir & Kal Rai Terry & Linda McPhail
GOLD SPONSORS Hira Gaunder & Family
Maurice White
CANWEST FAR MS LTD .
S I LV E R S P O N S O R S
PEWTER SPONSORS
EVENT & MEDIA SPONSORS
Amrik & Rachel Leihl Amco Electrical Company
Crown Roofing & Drainage Residential Division Ltd.
Brazilian Canadian Coffee Vancouver, Canterbury Coffee, Christie Lites , Citytv,
Desjardins Financial Security
Costco Wholesale, Design HQ, Diamond Delivery, Flash Courier Services Inc.,
Brooke Radiology Associates
Dupuis Langen Financial Management (1985) Ltd.
Focus Audio Visual Services Ltd, Foley’s Chocolates & Candy, Go Wireless,
MacDonald Dettwiler and Associates Ltd.
Godiva Chocolatier, Grimm’s Fine Foods Ltd., Herbaland Naturals Inc., Kersh,
PW Trenchless Construction Inc.
Kuna Lu Photography, L’Occitane En Provence, Mayers Packaging, Miller Springs,
Regency Medicine Centre
Moores’ Clothing for Men, Nature’s Path Foods Inc., Press, Rhino Print Solutions,
The Ben & Esther Dayson Charitable Foundation
Richmond Review, RipplieFX, River Rock Casino Resort, Steveston Hand Lube Co.,
Toronto Stock Exchange & TSX Venture Exchange
The Portables, Tyze Personal Networks, United States Consulate General,
Varshney Capital Corporation
Upright Décor, West Coast Auctions, WestJet
Dressew Supply Ltd. Jatinder Sandhu Sutton Seafair Realty
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Volunteers:
The Board of Directors and the Starlight Gala Committee wishes to sincerely thank all of our volunteers for helping to make this gala a successful! Carmella Davidson Bronwyn Masson Madeleine Ayala Dianne Cecchin Jessica Chan Kathy Chan Amy Chang Steven Chang Gabriel Chen Gabriela Chen Harley Chen Justine Chen Grace Cheng Kenny Cheng
Kevin Chi Dorothy Dawson Dina Deng Tina Deng Pat Doyle Sandra Epplett Aroosha Faily Tom Fang Carly Fiddler Lucas Fung Stephanie Fung Daniel Gabrilo Betty Henshaw Ana Himani
Nasrin Himani Joelle Ho Richard Ho Tony Huang Cindy Hughes Twinky Ip Kathleen Jarvis Stephia Jo Brett Kagetsu Linda Lai Tiffany Lai Winston Lai Jessica Lam Crystal Lan
Luke Landis Meng Lao Melissa Lau Wendy Leong Regina Leung Karen Lim Marianne Lim Julia Louie Michelle Lui Catherine Luk Christine Luk Marilyn Piccinin Natalie Poon Judy Press
Linda Soh Susie Sumi Gloria Sweder Sabrina Tong Teresa Travers Kathleen Tse Jacqui Tyler Coreen Von Dorp Alice Wang Lynn Wiwanto Lya Wiwanto Elaine Wong Eunice Wong Chris Xiao
Sisi Xu Ken Yang Angelica Yee Anthea Yeung Louisa Yeung Matthew Yeung Jason Yip Ophelia Yu Lambert Yue
left to right, Colleen Chambers, Natalie Meixner, and Barbara Goodwin
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