Richmond Review, September 07, 2012

Push to ban shark fin spreads 3 / I say tomato, you say festival 14

the richmond

Idols help hospital 35

REVIEW

RICHMONDREVIEW.COM

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

40 PAGES

Evening catch Kenny Louie photo Photographer Kenny Louie recently snapped this end-of-summer photo of a fisherman in Steveston while walking in Garry Point Park. As the days continue to shorten, the sun will set today at 7:41 p.m.

Steveston MLA John Yap gets promotion

by Matthew Hoekstra

Yap gets new job as Minister of Advanced Education

Staff Reporter

Richmond-Steveston MLA John Yap has found a place in Premier Christy Clark’s cabinet.

Clark shuffled her cabinet Wednesday, handing Yap the job of Minister of Advanced Education, Innovation and Technology. Yap was also named Minister Responsible for Multiculturalism.

BOTTLE DEPOT

“Our government is delivering for British Columbians. This new cabinet brings a renewed commitment to our priorities,” said Clark in a news release. “That means staying focused on jobs and fiscal discipline and continuing our efforts to make life more affordable for B.C. families. I have directed each minister to stay focused on these priorities.”

Yap previously served as the minister of state for Climate Action and as the chair of the government caucus.

The new cabinet boasts 16 ministers and two ministers of state, along with the premier.

No new ministries have been added.

Richmond’s other two MLAs didn’t receive posts—but neither was likely expecting one.

On Tuesday, Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard announced he wouldn’t run again in next May’s election.

Richmond East MLA Linda Reid, who is seeking re-election, is currently Deputy Speaker of the B.C. legislature.

Current Speaker Bill Barisoff has said he won’t seek re-election.

Cabinet veteran Mike de Jong received the highest profile post Wednesday, with the premier making him Finance Minister.

TONY LING

Real Estate Services A

FREE No Obligation Home Evaluation Award Winning Service and Results

1R 5G %OXQGHOO 1H[W WR /LTXRU 6WRUH

604-671-7897 23(1 '$<6 :H DOVR GR ERWWOH GULYHV

D WINN AR E W

R

Free EXPERT ADVICE from RICHMOND’S REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL Richmond Specialist

Call Now! 604-649-0108 • www.tonyling.com

NEWS@RICHMONDREVIEW.COM

OFFICE: 604-247-3700

DELIVERY: 604-247-3710

CLASSIFIED: 604-575-5555

NEWSROOM: 604-247-3730

Page 2 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

Come to our very first store for our

INCLUDING:

25th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

DELICIOUS TASTINGS

SEPTEMBER 8th, 2012 10 am to 3 pm

GIFT BASKET LUCKY DRAWS COLOURING CONTEST

at Blundell Centre

FREE BALLOONS “GUESS HOW MANY LEMONS” FOR PRIZES CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY FUNDRAISER AND MUCH MORE!

Fresh & Crisp, California Grown

Spring Mix Box

$1.00 ea

*Reg Price $2.99 ea Valid with coupon only at Kin’s Blundell Centre location.

Valid September 5th to September 9th, 2012 Limit One Per Family - While Quantities Last - 5522

Prices effective: September 7th to September 9th, 2012 Sweet & Flavourful

Fresh & Delicious

Fresh & Sweet

Strawberries (1lb box)

Yellow Nectarines

Corn

2/$4.00

99¢/lb

4/$1.00

California Grown

Blundell Centre Blundell & No. 2 Rd Near McDonald’s 604.275.1401

OPEN 9 am to 8 pm everyday!

Locally Grown

Locally Grown

We thank our Blundell community partners for helping us make our celebration even more special:

COBS Bread Shoppers Drug Mart Starbucks Coffee

Blundell Blossoms Florist Chocolaterie Bernard Callebaut

w w w.kinsfarmmarket.com

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review · Page 3

Shark fin activists take aim at more cities More city councils in Metro Vancouver set to mull ban

by Jeff Nagel Black Press Surrey is the next city in the crosshairs of activists who want to ban shark fin soup from all of Metro Vancouver’s Chinese restaurants to reduce fishing pressure on threatened sharks.

Vancouver Animal Defence League spokesman Anthony Marr said his group will address council in Surrey on Monday and in Langley City on Sept. 17, while Maple Ridge’s council is expected to discuss the issue Sept. 11 ahead of a presentation at a later date.

Activists have focused on Vancouver, Richmond and Burnaby—home to most Chinese seafood restaurants that use shark fin—and Marr said he believes those councils are close to agreeing on a co-ordinated ban to take effect in six months.

A simultaneous regional ban would ensure shark-serving restaurants and the clientele that want them don’t just shift to unregulated cities, he said.

“My prediction is it’s going to work,” Marr said. “The municipalities are just coming on board one after another.”

He said Surrey, Langley and Maple Ridge all invited him to make presentations—Marr didn’t approach them—so he’s optimistic those cities will also enact bans.

Surrey has a “fairly significant” Chinese population and has Chinese seafood restaurants that serve shark fin, he said.

Coquitlam, Port Moody and North Vancouver City are among the Metro councils that have previously committed to ban shark fin sales in their cities, enforced with either fines or revocation of business licences.

Richmond is a key battleground and Chinese restaurant owners there have resisted a ban.

Activists last month confronted one outlet demanding fin samples to test to determine if the fins came from en-

dangered shark species. The owner refused to co-operate.

“Richmond is the sticky one because of the over 50 per cent Chinese population there,” Marr said, but he characterized opponents of a ban as a small minority and said younger Chinese back reform.

Activists claim 100 million sharks a year are dying for the fin trade and perhaps a third of them may be endangered.

David Chung, president of the B.C. Asian Restaurant and Cafe Owners As-

“My prediction is it’s going to work. The municipalities are just coming on board one after another.”

- Anthony Marr sociation and owner of a Richmond restaurant that sells shark fin, has said he would only comply with a federal ban, if Ottawa can justify a halt to the trade.

Marr isn’t just relying on the council-by-council approach in the Lower Mainland.

He has also asked all B.C. cities to support a shark fin ban resolution that is to be voted on at the end of this month at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention in Victoria.

“We’ve heard back from quite a few of them and they are all in support of this ban,” he said, adding a successful resolution would put pressure on the province to ban shark fin sales across B.C. Ban advocates say slow-to-reproduce sharks could be wiped out by the fin trade and the loss of the apex predator would play havoc with the food chain, destabilizing other fisheries.

Matthew Hoekstra file photos ABOVE: Marley Daviduk of the Vancouver Animal Defense League confronts restaurant owner David Chung last month over his shark fin soup offerings at The Jade Seafood Restaurant in Richmond.

LEFT: Activists offer support to environmental crusader Anthony Marr at Richmond City Hall in July. Marr successfully lobbied council to consider banning shark fin.

First crossings of new bridge set for Sept. 18 Three eastbound bridge lanes open amid Cape Horn work for Port Mann Bridge

by Jeff Nagel Black Press

Work is nearing completion for the new Port Mann Bridge.

The first motorists will cross the new Port Mann Bridge on Sept. 18 as three eastbound Highway 1 lanes open across the new span.

The transition comes amid a host of other big changes drivers are being warned to expect this month.

Just before the partial opening of the bridge, the Lougheed Highway eastbound will shift to a new final alignment south of Highway 1 on Sept. 16.

Then on Sept. 19 a new overpass will open carrying westbound bridge traffic to Lougheed Highway eastbound.

And over the Sept. 22-23 weekend crews are to complete and open another new overpass—

the longest in the $3.3-billion Port Mann/Highway 1 project— connecting Lougheed Highway westbound to Highway 1 eastbound.

That’s just part of the complex array of work underway around the Cape Horn Interchange.

“Reconstructing the Cape Horn Interchange is a megaproject within the Port Mann/Highway 1 megaproject, and a crucial part of the solution to our congestion problems,” Transportation Investment Corp. CEO Mike Proudfoot said.

“Over the coming weeks, drivers are going to see big changes as the project’s most technically challenging components come together in a hurry.”

Cape Horn is the most comprehensive interchange reconstruction in B.C. history and includes

15 new ramps, structures and direct connections.

The staged opening of the interchange and the new 10-lane bridge are aimed at avoiding much worse traffic delays than motorists will already face.

Eight lanes of the new Port Mann Bridge are to open in December, when the tolls will also take effect, and three rebuilt interchanges between 160 Street in Surrey and Cape Horn in Coquitlam will also open by then.

The full 10 lanes will open later after the old bridge is dismantled.

The provincial government is also slated to release its tolling framework this month, potentially with lower introductory tolls than the $3 per crossing previously announced.

Page 4 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

JOIN THE SUTTON TEAM!!!

Make a breakout move by joining our award-winning team today.

Call: 604-276-2898

Staff Reporter

Scott Russell General Manager via email at srussell@sutton.com

It’s true! We have a Àrst rate training program for new and experienced agents.

the richmond

REVIEW

Martin Joseph George Tremblay to appear in Richmond court next week after altercation with two young hockey players

by Martin van den Hemel

or contact

Look for these flyers in

Hockey coach charged with two counts of assault

Best Buy* Dell* Future Shop* London Drugs* Pharmasave* PriceSmart

A hockey coach who was videotaped tripping up a pair of players on a Richmond minor hockey team following a championship game at University of B.C. in June, has now been charged with two counts of assault.

Martin Joseph George Tremblay, 48, was charged on Aug. 28 and is scheduled to appear in Richmond provincial court on Sept. 13, B.C. provincial Crown spokesperson Neil Mackenzie Regency Fireplace* Save-On-Foods Shoppers Drug Mart* The Brick* The Source* Walmart* *Limited distribution

said Wednesday morning.

News of the charges against Tremblay were welcomed by Tammy Hohlweg, volunteer team manager for the Richmond Steel, an Atom and Peewee team comprising 10- to 13-year-old boys.

Hohlweg said at least one parent was worried something might happen prior to the incident, and asked that another parent who had exclusively been taking snapshots of the game instead record video of the traditional hand-shaking at the end of the game.

Tremblay was coaching the UBC Hornets, who won the final 5-4.

She noted Tremblay was quite vocal in directing his players while they were on the ice.

“It was a good game,”

Asked what it was that signaled the concerned parent, Hohlweg said: “I guess the body language of the coach.”

“It was a good game. Everybody was excited, everybody wanted to win.”

- Tammy Hohlweg said Hohlweg of the final game in the four or five-team league that was playing at UBC. “Everybody was excited, everybody wanted to win, and there were not a lot of penalties on the ice.”

But she said one of the parents “sensed something might happen.”

In the video, which was posted to YouTube and has since been viewed more than two million times, the coach is seen lining up to shake hands, and then sticking out his foot and tripping two of the opposing team’s players, sending them tumbling to the ice.

Fitness Challenge 2012

Commit & Get Fit! Sign up for $10!

(September only) • Complete 30 weight room workouts* over three months (each workout must be a minimum of 45 minutes) • Receive a Fitness Challenge t-shirt • Enter to win prizes that include a 1-,3-, 6- or 12-month fitness pass for the Thompson Community Centre Don’t wait until 2013 to commit to regular physical activity.

Your New Year’s Resolution starts now…

Call 604-238-8434 to register today! *Regular Fitness Centre admission rates apply.

1678 Southeast Marine Drive

604-321-1848

Store Hours Mon. - Wed. & Sat. 10 - 6 Thurs. & Fri. X S. E. Marine Dr. 1 blk from Knight St. Bridge 10 - 9 www.fabriclandwest.com Sun. 11 - 5 Argyle St.

VANCOUVER

Knight St.

EXPANDED LOCATION

Thompson Community Centre 5151 Granville Avenue www.richmond.ca/thompson City of Richmond | 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000

www.richmond.ca

Afterward, he points his finger at the taller of two players who fell.

Hohlweg said the coach had been yelling at the taller player prior to the trip, and appeared to be targeting him alone, with the second smaller player being caught up in what happened.

The taller boy, 13, got up immediately after falling to the ice, and Hohlweg said she quickly grabbed all the Richmond Steel players and ushered them off the ice and into the dressing room.

One of the coaches said he thought the taller player had broken his wrist, which it turned out he had.

Within about 15 minutes after the incident, the RCMP were at the scene, and Tremblay was eventually handcuffed and arrested.

“It does provide some closure,” Hohlweg said of news of this week’s charges against Tremblay.

The lesson to be learned, she said, is to “think before we act, because if we don’t, look at what happened.

Somebody could have a camera.”

Many of the Richmond Steel players were initially unaware of the incident because it happened behind them, as the taller player was toward the end of the line.

The injured player wore a cast for six weeks.

Stand against cancer Sunday Jenna Rasiuk and brother Noah Rasiuk will be selling lemonade at Save-On Foods Ironwood on Sunday, Sept. 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This will be the siblings’ ninth annual Lemonade for Life fundraiser. All proceeds go to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure 2012.

This year’s run is Sept.

30 at Concord Pacific Place. More information at runforthecure.com.

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review ¡ Page 5

Tax critics wary of regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst new civic contract tract and said municipal bargaining canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reasonably be compared to the provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s net-zero freeze on union pay.

He said the union had or ďŹ nance director who a good relationship with may want to rein [labour New Westminster and costs] in, that becomes saw no point in waiting very difficult when all for one of the bigger cityour neighbours are go- ies in the region to strike ing in a different direc- the ďŹ rst deal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is no incentive tion.â&#x20AC;? at all in waiting,â&#x20AC;?

The New WestHabib said, citing minster deal is rumours of a posretroactive to Jan. sible wage freeze 1 and includes in Vancouver. increases of 1.25 â&#x20AC;&#x153;So if we were to per cent this year, wait for Vancou1.75 per cent in ver and they end each of the next up with a zero, two years and then what?â&#x20AC;? two per cent in KURL The other big 2015. change from past CUPE local 387 business agent George bargaining rounds is that Habib called it a fair con- Metro Vancouver has

New West, CUPE ink deal to lift pay 6.75 per cent

by Jeff Nagel

civic cost control, also expressed concern that Black Press other cities may fall in The ďŹ rst contract to be line. signed with municipal Spokesperson Shachi workers in Metro Vancou- Kurl said itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too early to ver has set a bar that may say the New Westminster strongly inďŹ&#x201A;uence deal sets a precother negotiating edent for other tables across the unionized wage region. increases, and Critics say New noted each city Westminsterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s varies in its abildeal giving its ity to pay and civic workers pay other unique cirhikes of 6.75 per cumstances. cent over four But she said it BATEMAN years doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t could be a facbode well for tor. other city councils who â&#x20AC;&#x153;Even if you have a hope to keep a lid on restraint-minded council their municipal wages and taxes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will probably end up Looking for an alternative costing taxpayers across the region money,â&#x20AC;? said Jordan Bateman, spokesman for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.

He had pressed for a civic equivalent of the Join us, the Skyline Group, one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s net-zero mantrusted real estate investment companies, for date that froze labour an evening of information about our unique, costs for two years.

100% Canadian alternative investment â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another example of opportunity. Learn how Skylineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s investors a city hall caving to CUPE have never lost a single penny (itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s true). and signing a deal thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good for those members INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS: and not so good for tax t .POUIMZ *ODPNF payers.â&#x20AC;? t "OOVBM %JTUSJCVUJPO 3BUF Bateman worries the New West agreement is t 6OJRVF 5BY "EWBOUBHFT the start of a replay of t )JHIMZ %JWFSTJĂśFE .PEFM 2007, when Richmond t $BQJUBM (SPXUI 1PUFOUJBM broke ranks with other t 3341 33*' BOE 5'4" &MJHJCMF cities and gave its union t "XBSE XJOOJOH .BOBHFNFOU 5FBN ized workers an extra

ies had pulled out of the joint bargaining arrangement in favour of more individual negotiating ďŹ&#x201A;exibility.

Some mayors have expressed concern that

dismantled its Labour Relations Bureau, abandoning its former role as coordinator of negotiations for most cities.

The decision came after all of Metroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest cit-

well-coordinated union locals will exploit the citiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; failure to maintain a united front, resulting in deals that are too rich. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;with ďŹ les from Grant Granger

Join the largest event supporting animals in BC! Sunday, September 9TH For more information, to register online or download a pledge form visit:

Q

1-4PM

Q

Garry Point Park, Richmond

Thank you to our provincial sponsors:

Thank you to our media sponsor:

spca.bc.ca/walk

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH A 9% ANNUAL YIELD PAID MONTHLY?

17.5 per cent over ďŹ ve years to secure labour peace through the 2010 Olympics.

That became the pattern for the rest of the region as other cities signed with their CUPE locals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unfortunate the cities were so quick to follow the provincial government on the Olympics,â&#x20AC;?

Bateman said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The problem now is theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re coming off an extremely lucrative contract. They never took net zero like the provincial unions did.â&#x20AC;?

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business, which lobbies for

MEET FORMER

MISS UNIVERSE

WHEN & WHERE: Monday

+BTPO $BTUFMMBO $&0 $P 'PVOEFS Skyline Apartment REIT & Skyline Commercial REIT

7:00 p.m. .PSHBO $SFFL (PMG $MVC 3500 Morgan Creek Way Surrey, BC

8BZOF #ZSE $'0 Skyline Apartment REIT & Skyline Commercial REIT

Tuesday

READING A-Z

Q

YOGA

1:00 PM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2:30 PM BEN MOSS JEWELLERS RICHMOND CENTRE

October 2nd, 2012

4:00 PM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:30 PM

6:30 p.m.

5IF 'PVS 4FBTPOT )PUFM 791 West Georgia Street Vancouver, BC

REGISTER TODAY! 1.888.977.REIT(7348) www.skylineonline.ca

TM

CROSS CANADA TOUR

NOTE: All attendees must RSVP and be pre-qualified in advance.

This investment is available only to accredited investors or to those who are otherwise exempt.

WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC.

Q

MUSIC

Q

DRAMA

CELEBRATING THE LAUNCH OF THE CANADIAN ICE BRAND OF CANADIAN DIAMOND RINGS AND JEWELLERY IN OUR STORES.

CANADIAN ICE TM DIAMOND AMBASSADOR FORMER MISS UNIVERSE PROUD CANADIAN

Natalie Glebova

Learn. Achieve. Excel Q

BEN MOSS JEWELLERS METROPOLIS AT METROTOWN

October 1st, 2012

GUEST SPEAKERS:

HELPING YOUR CHILD MONTESSORI

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 12TH

Q

CHINESE

Q

FRENCH

Q

YACTAC ART LESSONS

Q

FIELD TRIPS

Q

GYMNASTICS

Q

REGGIO EMILIA

Q

PROJECT WORK

10011 Blundell Road Richmond

604 271 7068

www.littlekoalamontessori.com 2.5-5 YEARS OLD 2

Q

DAYCARE

Q

PRESCHOOL

Q

KINDERGARTEN

Since 2008

benmoss.com

Page 6 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

River Rock to host poker’s World Cup

Our own frozen s blueberrie

Come in this weekend for Fresh Blueberries while they last!

Tonnes of Okanagan produce in now!

CORNER OF BLUNDELL AND SIDAWAY (look for the red barn) RICHMOND, BC

Matthew Hoekstra file photo No word on whether Vancouver Canucks goaltender Roberto Luongo will participate in a World Series of Poker event at River Rock next month. Luongo was at the local casino last fall for the Roberto Luongo Charity Poker Classic.

World Series of Poker circuit event will offer $2.5 million purse

by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter

The 2012 Richmond Street Banner Contest is calling for entries in the following visual art categories: PHOTOGRAPHY s DIGITAL ART s PAINTING MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE s ILLUSTRATION printmaking

Banner Contest Themes Banner designs must reflect the following themes: 0ARKS AND .ATURE s 4RANSPORTATION !CTIVE ,IVING s #ITY #ENTRE Arts, Culture and Heritage

A $300 honorarium will be awarded for each of the selected designs.

For complete contest rules and guidelines visit www.richmond.ca/banners or call 604-244-1250

Contest closes September 28, 2012

City of Richmond | 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000

www.richmond.ca

Imagine if Richmond were to host an NBA basketball playoff series, or a round of the NFL football playoffs, or a best-of-seven Major League Baseball round.

For poker aficionados, that’s pretty much the equivalent with news Thursday that a World Series of Poker Circuit Event will be making its Canadian debut at River Rock Casino Resort starting late next month.

At stake: a prize pool of $2.5 million and perhaps as much as $3 million.

“It’s sort of like bringing the green jacket of Augusta,” said Great Canadian Gaming Corporation vice president Howard Blank, referring to The Masters golf tournament and the coveted green jacket awarded to its annual champion. “It’s a great coup for us and all involved.”

Blank said the prize money should draw some top stars from the world of poker, as well as a number of very well known amateur players from across the northwest, including Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Luring the event to Richmond has been a year-long process, he said.

This is the ninth season of the World Series of Poker Circuit Events and next month’s event will be the first time it’s been held in Canada.

The World Series of Poker is a series of poker tournaments held in Las Vegas. The circuit is a series of poker tournaments held at various

casinos across the U.S. and now Canada, with the winners qualifying for the circuit national championships and a World Series of Poker bracelet.

Entry certainly isn’t for the faint of heart.

Buy-ins for the River Rock event range from $365 to $1,675. Participants will compete in more than a dozen events for a shot at more than $2.5 million in total prize money.

Depending on registration, that prize purse could reach $3 million, Blank said.

Ten live events will be held at River Rock from Oct. 27 to Nov. 7, as well as two online events onplaynow.com on Nov. 17 and 25.

“It’s sort of like bringing the green jacket of Augusta. It’s a great coup for us and all involved.”

- Howard Blank The winner of the local event will also compete for $1 million and a gold bracelet at the main event of the national championships in New Orleans in 2013.

The winner must be at least 21 years old to play in the New Orleans event.

The World Series of Poker has a rich history dating back to 1970, with events having paid more than $1.4 billion in total prize money.

Registration for the R i ve r Ro c k e ve n t s opened Thursday, with details available at riverrock.com/wsopc.

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review ¡ Page 7 Reading

BCGEU mulls further strike action this fall

Black Press Provincial government employees staged their largest one-day strike so far Wednesday to press for a bigger wage increase, with two thirds of the workforce off the job at ministry ofďŹ ces, liquor stores and ICBC ofďŹ ces province-wide.

Both the government and the B.C. Government and Services Employeesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Union remained unwilling to budge from their positions after negotiations broke down over wage increases this spring.

The union executive is meeting next week to consider further strike action this fall.

Two earlier one-day strikes targeted liquor warehouses and then selected resource ministry ofďŹ ces in the B.C. Interior. Government negotiators offered raises of two and 1.5 per cent for the next two years, then withdrew the offer after the union staged the ďŹ rst strike.

BCGEU chief negotiator David Vipond said Wednesday the wage offer has been tabled and withdrawn three times since talks began early this year, a tactic he called â&#x20AC;&#x153;peek-a-boo bargaining.â&#x20AC;?

And after three years without a wage increase, he said the union is

sticking to its demand for 3.5 per cent in the ďŹ rst year and a cost-ofliving raise of about 2.5 per cent in year two. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They want us to reduce our real income over this contract, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve already taken a ďŹ ve-per-cent hit,â&#x20AC;? Vipond said in an interview. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So to try and chisel us again with a skinny deal doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make sense to us. We want to at least keep up with inďŹ&#x201A;ation and gain a little of what we have lost.â&#x20AC;?

Premier Christy Clark unveiled her new cabinet lineup in Victoria Wednesday as BCGEU pickets circled government offices downtown.

Both Clark and Mike de Jong, the new ďŹ nance minister, said they have no intention of increasing the burden on taxpayers to provide bigger raises to provincial workers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s position on this hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t changed,â&#x20AC;? Clark said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am not going back to taxpayers for more money in order to give government workers a raise. We are in very tough economic times and we have to balance our budget.â&#x20AC;?

The government estimates that the wage offer adds up to $1,700 more over two years for a BCGEU employee making $48,000 a year.

BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL

FREE &34

604.233.5566 604.233.5566

7380 Westminster Westminster Hwy., Richmond 7380 Hwy., Richmond (near Minoru Blvd.) (near Minoru Blvd.)

Tom Fletcher photo Striking provincial employees picket health ministry headquarters in Victoria Wednesday.

Fresh Values in Store This Week!

Mini Watermelon

Banana

49¢

Chicken Feet /lb

Starbucks Coffee 12x281ml

1.4kg

800g

$

6.50

/ea

3.75

/pack

LKK Hoisin Sauce

Vita (Assorted) Drink 250ml

434ml

2 for

$

/case +dep

/lb

Searay Basa Steak

$

1.39

$

1.69

/bottle

5.00

+dep

Showa Carlrose Rice 8KG

8.99

/bag

China World Supermarket ALDERBRIDGE WAY

ALEXANDRA RD GARDEN CITY RD. LESLIE RD

ODLIN RD

CAMBIE RD

t -BTFS 5SFBUNFOU GPS 1BJO .BOBHFNFOU t 'PPU $BSF t $PSO t $BMMVTFT t 8BSUT t "COPSNBM 5PFOBJMT t 4QPSUT 8$# *$#$ *OKVSJFT t $VTUPN .BEF 'PPU 0SUIPUJDT t #BDUFSJBM BOE 'VOHBM *OGFDUJPOT t )PVTF )PTQJUBM 7JTJUT

309-301 East Columbia St., /FX 8FTUNJOTUFS t

79¢

Nestle Coffee-Mate

$

TWO LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU:

Broccoli

/lb

/lb

18.00

/lb

39¢

99¢

$

99¢

Kabocha Squash

Longan

$

Gala Apple

2 FOR$3

/lb

Valid from September 1st to 30th, 2012

1110-750 West Broadway, 7BODPVWFS t

Fine Motor Skills

Call today, today, or or visit visitoxfordlearning.com oxford.learning.com

4"/%"-4 03 36//

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine Diplomate of American Academy of Pain Management

Listening

Research has proven that children who develop strong reading skills early in life learn better, are less likely to fall behind, and are more successful students. Our Little ReadersÂŽ program, for ages 3 to 5, gives your preschooler a head start toward school success. Small, half-day classes combine the perfect balance of reading, writing, math, and fun. :K\ QRW WDNH WKDW LPSRUWDQW Ă&#x20AC; UVW VWHS ULJKW QRZ"

UJDT XJUI FBDI OFX QBJS PG DVTUPN NBEF GPPU PSUIP FFO BOE , DPOZ T 4BV "TJD DIFST *ODMVEF 4LF

DR. SYD ERLICHMAN

Math

Early readers make better learners

One-day strike hit government workplaces Wednesday

by Tom Fletcher

Phonics

8777 Odlin Road Richmond

Sun.-Thurs. 10am-8pm Fri.-Sat. 10am-9pm

SEPTEMBER 7-10, 2012 Specials valid while stock lasts and are subject to change.

Fun

Page 8 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

opinion the richmond

REVIEW #1 - 3671 VIKING WAY, RICHMOND, B.C. V6V 2J5 • 604-247-3700 • FAX: 604-247-3739 • RICHMONDREVIEW.COM TWITTER.COM/RICHMONDREVIEW • FACEBOOK.COM/RICHMONDREVIEW

PUBLISHER MARY KEMMIS, 604-247-3702 publisher@richmondreview.com

EDITOR BHREANDÁIN CLUGSTON, 604-247-3730 editor@richmondreview.com STAFF REPORTERS MATTHEW HOEKSTRA, 604-247-3732 mhoekstra@richmondreview.com MARTIN VAN DEN HEMEL, 604-247-3733 martin@richmondreview.com SPORTS EDITOR DON FENNELL, 604-247-3731 sports@richmondreview.com

ASSISTANT ADVERTISING MANAGER ELANA GOLD, 604-247-3704 elanag@richmondreview.com SALES ROB AKIMOW, 604-247-3708 roba@richmondreview.com COLLIN NEAL, 604-247-3719 collinn@richmondreview.com LESLEY SMITH, 604-247-3705 lesley@richmondreview.com TORRIE WATTERS, 604-247-3707 torrie@richmondreview.com JAMES TENG, 604-247-3714 jamest@richmondreview.com

CIRCULATION MANAGER RACHAEL FINKELSTEIN, 604-247-3710 circulation@richmondreview.com CIRCULATION JR TUAZON, ROYA SARWARY, 604-247-3710 circulation@richmondreview.com

CREATIVE SERVICES MANAGER JAANA BJORK, 604-247-3716 jaana@richmondreview.com CREATIVE DEPARTMENT GABE MUNDSTOCK, 604-247-3718 gabe@richmondreview.com PETER PALMER, 604-247-3706 peter@richmondreview.com JAMES MARSHALL, 604-247-3701 james@richmondreview.com The Richmond Review is a member of the B.C. Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder.

If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the council. Write (include documentation) within 45 days to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org Published every Wednesday and Friday by Black Press Ltd.

EDITORIAL: Assault on taxpayers on its way

T

axpayers of Richmond, prepare yourselves for another assault on your wallets.

The first contract between a Lower Mainland city and the Canadian Union of Public Employees has been signed.

The City of New Westminster and CUPE local 387 have concluded a four-year agreement with a total of 6.75 per cent in wage increases over that period. While that sounds reasonable, keep in mind that CUPE locals across B.C. had much higher-than-average settlements in each year up to 2011, when the last contract expired.

That last round of contract settle-

ments, which offered huge wage hikes and long deals to workers, had much to do with Richmond setting the bar high—17.5 per cent wage increases over five years.

Other municipalities fell in line.

As a result, municipal workers’ wages are significantly higher than most private-sector workers doing similar work. In addition, they enjoy much better pension plans and a number of other benefits that are absent from most other privatesector contracts.

Municipal taxes have been rising at significant rates since the worldwide recession hit in 2008, and the major factor has been the generous wage increases given to CUPE members. In most municipalities,

managers automatically get similar wage increases as well. Labour costs are a significant factor in all municipal budgets.

Richmond has yet to conclude contracts with its CUPE locals, but expect wage increases on a similar scale to New Westminster. The standard practice is for CUPE to go to other municipalities and, making use of the domino effect, get similar contracts.

The settlement could be even higher, if modelled after the fouryear deal municipal workers in Courtenay received: wage hikes of 2, 2, 2.75 and 2.25 per cent.

Thus taxes will go up by at least 6.75 per cent in the coming three years (the contract began on Jan. 1).

The tax boost will simply pay added labour costs. It will be very hard for any Metro Vancouver municipality to keep tax increases below four per cent annually, given the many priorities each has.

No one begrudges decent wages for working people. However, there is something wrong when most private-sector workers settle for wage freezes year after year, and their public-sector counterparts enjoy steady raises. Given the growing pension inequalities between the two sectors, this latest wage increase simply adds insult to injury.

And it also means taxes will go up.

—with files from Langley Times (Black Press)

Feeding minds a growing role of schools

Green Scenes Colin Dring

F

or many of us, the start of the year really begins in September. The beginning of another school year is a time of excitement and regret.

The end of summer and the fun times that come with endless days of activities to the beginning of new adventures, friendships and, of course, learning.

Today, looking out my window, I was overjoyed to see a class of elementary students from Spul’u’kwuks Elementary School heading to Terra Nova Rural Park to get their hands dirty with Ian Lai and his crew at the Richmond Schoolyard Society. These kids were really excited and keen to get out and spend time in the garden.

When I went to school (a fair amount of time ago), we didn’t have these kinds of opportunities in elementary or high school. Our days were spent in classrooms, copying notes off of a projector, maybe conducting a science experiment or going outside to read poetry.

Schools in Richmond have really started to embrace the potential of school gardens to create amazing learning opportunities. What better way to make learning excit-

markhsal photo via Flickr Could fresh garden vegetables replace hot dog day?

ing than linking it to handson activities?

According to the Richmond School District, 58 per cent of schools in Richmond are participating in some kind of gardening whether that’s growing potatoes in a tub or digging in at the local community garden.

These are some great accomplishments with congratulations being given to teachers, administrative staff, parents and students.

As well, studies continue to show a number of proven benefits of school gardens for children and adolescents. The National Gardening Association compiled research that shows the impact of school gardens on students resulting in: improved science test scores, improved social skills and communication skills, greater environmental awareness and appreciation, increased nutritional knowledge and an enhanced preference and consumption of fruits and vegetables.

However, there are still a number of schools that

don’t have spaces or activities linking learning to a living laboratory such as a food garden. I’m also noticing a growing gap between all these great learning occasions and the food being served in schools.

Food learning grows positive behaviours where kids learn about the benefits of fresh, local produce on their health and the health of the planet. One day, Richmond schools will provide lunch programs with local produce instead of the ol’ pizza and hot dog day. We will always have to contend with high school students that are eating fast food during their lunch break but at least we are no longer sending mixed messages.

Many schools are already offering food programs that are providing healthy foods to students. Having salad bars, fresh fruit or featuring local healthier options (e.g. whole grain pizza without cheese) would provide some valuable consistency to students who are spending more and more time

learning in new settings, like school gardens.

The bonus to Richmond is that there are a number of great programs and resources out there for teachers, staff and parents to tap into to promote and build local food programs.

For example, there’s Think and Eat Green and Agriculture in the Classroom which provides teacher training and support to increase learning activities with food production. Another great initiative is Farm to School which connects schools (K-12) with local farms offering fresh produce, tours and other great initiatives to enhance local food security. With opportunities like these, parents and teachers will start clamouring for school gardens!

After all, at this time of year, who doesn’t want to be learning outside, munching down on freshly pulled carrots?

Colin Dring is executive director at Richmond Food Security Society.

Private insurance offers choice Editor: Re: “Be careful what you wish for regarding ICBC,” Letters, Aug. 24.

I was surprised by Andrew Tablotney’s spirited defense of ICBC’s monopoly and his position against competition.

Apart from the fact that like many I fail to see the relationship between ICBC high auto insurance premiums and the price of real estate, Mr. Tablotney, as a private sector entrepreneur competing for business, should be well aware of the benefits of competition and choice for consumers.

After all, while every auto insurance regime has its ups and downs, competition allows drivers to make the ultimate decision about the price offered and the service received.

If they don’t like one or both, they can take their business elsewhere. They are, in fact, put in the driver’s seat. A “luxury” not afforded to B.C. drivers.

Lindsay Olson Vice-President British Columbia, Saskatchewan & Manitoba Insurance Bureau of Canada •Send letters to news@ richmondreview. com.

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review ¡ Page 9

community

SAVE

25%

OFF VIP & REGULAR TICKETS USE THE CODE â&#x20AC;&#x153;shaughnessyâ&#x20AC;?

Martin van den Hemel ďŹ le photo Volunteers collect toys for the Richmond Christmas Fund at last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drive-Thru Event.

Businesses urged to join Richmond Christmas Fundâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day of Giving

Special hotel rates available through our website www.luxurysupercar.com/partners/hotel-partners

First annual Day of Giving initiative set for Nov. 29 The Richmond Christmas Fund, which provides assistance to lowincome families during the holiday season, is preparing to launch a new fundraising initiative, and is looking to the local business community for support.

On the ďŹ rst annual Day of Giving, taking place Nov. 29, participating businesses will each donate a percentage of their sales to the Christmas Fund. The goal is to get people out shopping for a good cause. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We think this idea has a lot of potential,â&#x20AC;? said Elizabeth Specht, executive director of Volunteer Richmond Information Services, which manages the fund. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The best part is that it beneďŹ ts the community in more ways than one. Not only will shoppers be supporting the

Christmas Fund, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also be supporting local merchants.â&#x20AC;?

While several businesses, including Gallowayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Specialty Foods, have already signed up, Specht is hoping many more will follow suit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want people to mark the Day of Giving on their calendars,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want it to be the day they do their Christmas shopping, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important there are a variety of stores to choose from.â&#x20AC;?

Businesses that agree to take part will be featured in a wide range of promotional materials leading up to Nov. 29. A Day of Giving website is being created, as is an online map, which will give shoppers an easy way to locate participating stores.

Businesses will also be promoted at the Christmas Fund Drive-Thru

Event, being held the morning of Nov. 29 at Lansdowne Centre mall.

Local radio station 103.5 QM/FM will be broadcasting live from the event and mentioning participating merchants on air. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A big part of the Day of Giving is highlighting caring companies that are giving back to their community,â&#x20AC;? said Specht. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Without their generosity, programs like the Christmas Fund wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t exist.â&#x20AC;?

If you operate a Richmond-based business and would like to take part in the Day of Giving, call 604279-7020 or e-mail info@volunteerrichmond.ca.

The Richmond Christmas Fund mobilizes the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spirit of giving to make holiday wishes come true for 2,000 low-income Richmond residents each year.

(VWDWH 6HPLQDU 6HULHV 6HSWHPEHU DW SP dĹ&#x161;Ä&#x17E; Ć?Ć&#x161;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E; ^Ä&#x17E;ĹľĹ?ĹśÄ&#x201A;Ć&#x152; ^Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ĺ?Ä&#x17E;Ć? Ĺ?Ć? Ä&#x201A; ĨĆ&#x152;Ä&#x17E;Ä&#x17E; Ĺ?ŜĨŽĆ&#x152;ĹľÄ&#x201A;Ć&#x;Ç&#x20AC;Ä&#x17E; Ć?Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ĺ?Ä&#x17E;Ć?Í&#x2022; Ć&#x2030;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x17E;Ć?Ä&#x17E;ĹśĆ&#x161;Ä&#x17E;Ä&#x161; Ĺ˝Ç&#x20AC;Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152; Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x17E;Ä&#x17E; Ć?Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x2030;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E; Ä&#x17E;Ç&#x20AC;Ä&#x17E;ĹśĹ?ĹśĹ?Ć?Í&#x2022; Ä&#x201A;ĹŻĹŻĹ˝Ç Ĺ?ĹśĹ? ĨŽĆ&#x152; Ĺ?ĹľĆ&#x2030;Ĺ˝Ć&#x152;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x201A;ĹśĆ&#x161; Ć?Ć&#x161;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E; Ć&#x161;Ĺ˝Ć&#x2030;Ĺ?Ä?Ć? Ć&#x161;Ĺ˝ Ä?Ä&#x17E; Ä&#x161;Ĺ?Ć?Ä?ĆľĆ?Ć?Ä&#x17E;Ä&#x161; Ĺ?Ĺś Ĺ?Ć&#x152;Ä&#x17E;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152; Ä&#x161;Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x201A;Ĺ?ĹŻÍ&#x2DC; ZĹ?Ä?Ĺ&#x161;žŽŜÄ&#x161; &ƾŜÄ&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x201A;ĹŻ ,ŽžÄ&#x17E; Ĺ?Ć? ĨŽĆ&#x152;Ć&#x161;ƾŜÄ&#x201A;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E; Ć&#x161;Ĺ˝ Ä?Ä&#x17E; Ć&#x2030;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x152;Ć&#x161;ĹśÄ&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x17E;Ä&#x161; Ç Ĺ?Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161; Ä&#x201A; ĹŻÄ&#x17E;Ĺ?Ä&#x201A;ĹŻ Ä&#x201A;ĹśÄ&#x161; Ä&#x201A; ÄŽĹśÄ&#x201A;ĹśÄ?Ĺ?Ä&#x201A;ĹŻ Ć&#x2030;Ć&#x152;ŽĨÄ&#x17E;Ć?Ć?Ĺ?ŽŜÄ&#x201A;ĹŻ ĨĆ&#x152;Žž Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;Ä&#x17E; Ä?ŽžžƾŜĹ?Ć&#x161;Ç&#x2021; Ç Ĺ&#x161;Ĺ˝ Ć&#x2030;Ć&#x152;Ĺ˝Ç&#x20AC;Ĺ?Ä&#x161;Ä&#x17E; Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;Ä&#x17E;Ĺ?Ć&#x152; Ä&#x17E;Ç&#x2020;Ć&#x2030;Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ć&#x;Ć?Ä&#x17E; Ä&#x201A;ĹśÄ&#x161; ĹŹĹśĹ˝Ç ĹŻÄ&#x17E;Ä&#x161;Ĺ?Ä&#x17E; Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;Ć&#x152;ŽƾĹ?Ĺ&#x161;ŽƾĆ&#x161; Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;Ä&#x17E; Ä&#x17E;ĹśĆ&#x;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x17E; Ć?Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ĺ?Ä&#x17E;Ć?Í&#x2DC; :Ĺ˝Ĺ?Ĺś ĆľĆ? ĨŽĆ&#x152; Ä&#x201A;ĹŻĹŻ Ĺ˝Ć&#x152; Ć&#x2030;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x152;Ć&#x161; ŽĨ Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;Ĺ?Ć? Ç&#x20AC;Ä&#x201A;ĹŻĆľÄ&#x201A;Ä?ĹŻÄ&#x17E; Ć?Ä&#x17E;ĹľĹ?ĹśÄ&#x201A;Ć&#x152; Ć?Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ĺ?Ä&#x17E;Ć?Í&#x160;

^Ä&#x17E;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x;ĹśĹ? Ĺ?Ć? ĹŻĹ?ĹľĹ?Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E;Ä&#x161;Í&#x2DC; WĹŻÄ&#x17E;Ä&#x201A;Ć?Ä&#x17E; Z^sW Ä?Ç&#x2021; Ä?Ä&#x201A;ĹŻĹŻĹ?ĹśĹ? Ĺ˝Ć&#x152; Ä&#x17E;ĹľÄ&#x201A;Ĺ?ĹŻĹ?ĹśĹ? ĆľĆ? Ä?Ç&#x2021; ^Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x2030;Ć&#x161;Í&#x2DC; Ď´Í&#x2022; ĎŽĎŹĎ­ĎŽ Ć&#x161;Ĺ˝ Ä&#x17E;ĹśĆ&#x152;Žůů Ĺ?Ĺś Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;Ä&#x17E; Ć?Ć&#x161;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E; ^Ä&#x17E;ĹľĹ?ĹśÄ&#x201A;Ć&#x152;Ć?

Â&#x2039;Â&#x2026;Â&#x160;Â?Â&#x2018;Â?Â&#x2020; Â&#x2014;Â?Â&#x2021;Â&#x201D;Â&#x192;Â&#x17D; Â&#x2018;Â?Â&#x2021; Â&#x201D;Â&#x2021;Â?Â&#x192;Â&#x2013;Â&#x2039;Â&#x2018;Â? Â&#x2039;Â&#x2026;Â&#x160;Â?Â&#x2018;Â?Â&#x2020; Â&#x2014;Â?Â&#x2021;Â&#x201D;Â&#x192;Â&#x17D; Â&#x2018;Â?Â&#x2021; Â&#x201D;Â&#x2021;Â?Â&#x192;Â&#x2013;Â&#x2039;Â&#x2018;Â? ĆŹ Â&#x2021;Â&#x2026;Â&#x2021;Â&#x2019;Â&#x2013;Â&#x2039;Â&#x2018;Â? Â&#x2021;Â?Â&#x2013;Â&#x201D;Â&#x2021;

Are You Looking For An Alternative To Mutual Funds?

Now that your portfolio is over $300,000 maybe itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to broaden your horizons.

Have your needs and capital outgrown your current advisors investment strategies and experience?

Shaun Rickerby of Rickerby Wealth Group at TD Warehouse Private Investment Advice is uniquely able to provide professional and customized portfolio management services. After 26 years of experience, along with his highly experienced support team, he is able to provide a cost effective and compelling wealth management alternative.

If you are looking for a relationship built upon transparency and accountability please call us at 604-482-5188 for an introductory package or visit our website at www.rickerbywealthgroup.com.

Shaun Rickerby, CFP, CIM, FCSI Vice President, Branch Manager Portfolio Manager & Investment Advisor shaun.rickerby @td.com

Sean Millington Investment Advisor sean.millington@td.com

ĹľÄ&#x201A;Ĺ?ĹŻÍ&#x2014;

Ď´Ď°ĎŽĎŹ Ä&#x201A;ĹľÄ?Ĺ?Ä&#x17E; ZĹ˝Ä&#x201A;Ä&#x161; ZĹ?Ä?Ĺ&#x161;žŽŜÄ&#x161; ϲϏϰͲώϳϯͲϯϳϰϴ

TD Waterhouse

Ć&#x152;Ĺ?Ä?Ĺ&#x161;žŽŜÄ&#x161;ÄŹÎ&#x203A;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x152;Ä?Ĺ˝Ć&#x152;ĹľÄ&#x17E;žŽĆ&#x152;Ĺ?Ä&#x201A;ĹŻÍ&#x2DC;Ä?Žž

tÄ&#x17E;Ä?Ć?Ĺ?Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E;Í&#x2014; Ç Ç Ç Í&#x2DC;Ć&#x152;Ĺ?Ä?Ĺ&#x161;žŽŜÄ&#x161;ͲĨƾŜÄ&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x201A;ĹŻÍ&#x2DC;Ä?Ä&#x201A; ,Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ĺ?Ć&#x161;Ä&#x201A;Ĺ?Ä&#x17E;Í&#x2DC; dĆ&#x152;ĆľĆ?Ć&#x161;Í&#x2DC; Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x17E;Í&#x2DC;

www.rickerbywealthgroup.com TD Waterhouse Private Investment Advice is a division of TD Waterhouse Canada Inc., a subsidiary of The Toronto-Dominion Bank. ÂŽ/The TD logo and other trade-marks are the property of The Toronto-Dominion Bank or a wholly-owned subsidiary, in Canada and/or in other countries. TD Waterhouse Canada Inc â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund.

Rickerby Wealth Group consists of Shaun Rickerby, Branch Manager and Portfolio Manager, Sean Millington, Investment Advisor, Joanne Palma, Sales Assistant and Perry Chan, Sales Assistant. Rickerby Wealth Group is a part of TD Waterhouse Private Investment Advice.

Page 10 · Richmond Review

2013 FORD

Friday, September 7, 2012

STARTING AT

ESCAPE 22,857 STOCK# U0F68828 *VEHICLE NOT EXACTLY AS SHOWN

PLUS DOCUMENTATION OF $599, PLUS TAX

$

27 NEW ESCAPES AVAILABLE

RECEIVE A CHOICE OF A LENOVO LAPTOP OR SAMSUNG TABLET WITH EVERY NEW OR USED VEHICLE PURCHASE.

13580 SMALLWOOD PLACE

604-273-7331 www.richportford.com

Mon-Thurs. 8:30am-9:00pm • Fri & Sat. 9:00am-6:00pm •Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review · Page 11

news

August cool for real estate Real estate board says homes now take average of two months to sell

by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter August real estate sales are traditionally slow, but last month’s numbers in Richmond were down significantly compared to 2011, according to the latest figures from the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver.

Just 60 houses changed hands last month, compared to 95 last year, a drop of 37 per cent, while the median selling price slipped eight per cent to $937,500, down from $1,020,000 a year ago.

Sales of houses and townhomes were virtually identical in August as in July, but condo sales dropped 35 per cent month-over-month, and 32 per cent in August

compared to 2011.

Regionally, the real estate market continues on a 10-year low.

“Home sales this summer have been lower than we’ve seen for most of the past 10 years, yet we continue to see relative stability when it comes to prices,” said board president Eugen Klein.

That was certainly the case in Richmond, where despite the slowdown in condo and townhome sales, the median selling prices have remained relatively stable. The median selling price of a condo rose modestly in August compared to July, up 3.9 per cent, while the median price of a townhouse jumped 8.3 per cent in the same period.

Klein said it’s now taking an average of about

Martin van den Hemel photo Home sales are lower this summer, but prices have been stable, according to the real estate board.

DR. HENSON PO N e w P a t i e n t s We l c o m e

Gentle & Caring Staff Most Dental Plans Accepted

DENTISTRY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

EARLY MORNING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE 604-277-3155 info@drhensonpoinc.com Services available in English, Tagalog, Fujian and Hebrew Suite 171-6180 Blundell Rd. Richmond @ No. 2 Rd

two months to sell a home on the MLS service.

“For sellers, it’s critical to work with your realtor to understand today’s market and to develop the best strategy for selling your home,” he said.

In the Greater Vancouver area, there was a 30.7 per cent decline in residential property sales

of houses, condos and townhomes in August compared to a year earlier, and a 21.4 per cent drop compared to July 2012.

August’s sales in the region were the second lowest total for the month since 1998, and 39.2 per cent below the 10-year August sales average, the board said in a press release.

PAINTING STARTING AT Voted best painting company by consumers! - Homestars.com We only use low VOC & environmentally friendly paint!

per room

BOOK TODAY TODAY BOOK 604.595.2461 604.595.2461 abour *3 room min. Paint & Labour ls. included. Ask for details.

Brent Klemke www.benchmarkpainting.ca OWNER/MANAGER

BOOK TODAY 604.803.5041 Brent Klemke OWNER/ MANAGER

Page 12 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

LOFT LIVING FROM $279,900*

MOVE IN NOW! | JUST A FEW LOFTS AVAILABLE DISCOVER THE EXCLUSIVE LOFTS AT THE VILLAGE The Lofts at The Summit House are pretty special. Ceilings as high as 22’ mean there is more than enough room to ‘swing a cat’, practice trampoline for the next summer Olympics, or master the art of aerial silks. The flexible loft space is a great bedroom, office, library, games room, man cave or whatever else you can think of.

You can even shout lines of Shakespeare to your Romeo below. And naturally, a great kitchen and beautiful finishes are a given at Morgan Crossing.

The best part? You’re still just a short walk away from over 60 shops & services in the dynamic Morgan Crossing Village!

Village Life means something a little different to everyone. To some it’s that the coffee barista not only knows your order but your name (and your dog’s name too). To other’s it’s that you can entertain on a whim without having to rely on the contents of your fridge. Or even the fact that your car stays parked more often than not with everything you need right at your doorstep. Whatever Village Life means to you, one thing is for sure – you will live!

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SUMMIT HOUSE LOFTS TODAY VISIT THE REAL ESTATE PRESENTATION CENTRE

Open daily (except Fridays) noon - 5pm, Located at 103-15775 Croydon Dr., South Surrey, next to Thrifty Foods in the village.

MORGANCROSSING.CA | 604.582.1336

WINNER 2011

BEST MULTI-FAMILY LOW RISE DEVELOPMENT Morgan Crossing

Sales + Marketing *Plus applicable hst, subject to availability. Prices & specifications subject to change without notice.

This is not an offering for sale, such an offering can only be made by way of a disclosure statement. E.&O.E.

DEVELOPED BY

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review · Page 13

arts & entertainment Orchid club welcomes new members

Steveston Grand Prix of Art nears

The Richmond Orchid Club welcomes new members to join them for the new fall season.

The club meets Sept. 16 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Brighouse branch of Richmond Public Library.

A group of orchid enthusiasts founded the non-profit organization in 2007. Its main focus is to provide an informal and friendly environment where people can learn and share knowledge about orchid growing, according to club president Elizabeth Markus.

Meetings take place on the third Sunday of each month. The guest speaker at the September meeting is from Forestview Gardens, and will be talking about how to grow Madevallias and Miltonias.

Membership fee is $25 per calendar year. The Sept. 16 meeting takes place in the kids’ place program room at the library.

Visit www.richmondorchidclub.com for more information.

Planning for the 2012 Steveston Grand Prix of Art is well underway as the third annual art event in the fishing village nears.

Organized by the Phoenix Art Workshop, the Grand Prix welcomes artists from around the province

to participate in a day of plein air painting in Steveston.

Artists will be given a location where they’ll have three hours to complete a work of art. The artists will then bring their work to Britannia Heritage Shipyard for display.

Works will be judged, and visitors will also have a chance to vote for their favourite through a People’s Choice Award.

The art race is Saturday, Sept. 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Paintings will be displayed at Britannia from 3 to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, Sept. 23, until 4 p.m. More information, and to register, at grandprixofart.com.

Saturday, September 8th to Friday, September 14th

Lift Chair Sale Designed to gently raise or lower you into or out of a seated position at the touch of a button. tracie7779 photo via Flickr A Miltonia orchid.

20

Opera will make a return to Minoru Chapel this fall.

City Opera Vancouver announced on its Twitter feed Wednesday that its singers will host a concert for the third consecutive year, with a performance of Viva Verdi on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Ticket information has yet to be announced.

ALL LIFT CHAIRS

ADVERTISING FEATURE

Faster and Safer: Could this be Possible?

The BC-based advocacy could anticipate his moves group SENSE, which stands and he was courteous, for ‘Safety by Education not keeping his distance, Speed Enforcement,’ argued keeping right except to against photo radar in the pass and using his turn late 1990’s. Recently it has signals” — being charged captured headlines arguing with excessive speeding for higher speed limits in after being “tracked … by BC, charging that on many helicopter on the Coquihalla BC highways the speed limits at more than 40 km/h over Cedric Hughes Barrister & Solicitor the speed limit.” have been deliberately set www.roadrules.ca low—too low—not for SENSE claims that they safety purposes but for government revenueare “advocates for laws and enforcement designed generating purposes. In support of this charge they to improve safety, traffic flow and efficiency” and offer the following: that “Good laws should be based on science, and • A recent experience driving between Hope not politics.” Road Rules applauds this mission and Kamloops on the Coquihalla Highway in and indeed any and all efforts to raise the profile of which “nearly everybody was ignoring rules set one of the most thorny road safety problems and by the provincial government and local traffic issues — compliance with set speed limits. But authorities. Nobody travelled at or under the we are not persuaded that SENSE’s position on this speed limits of 100 and 110 km/h, not even the topic is constructive. The science about the effects lone RCMP truck that caused the bottleneck of speeding is clear and settled. behind it at 20 clicks over.” [This observation of The faster you drive the more distance you a majority of drivers exceeding the posted limits cover while reacting to a problem and the longer on a particular route at a given time is offered you take to stop. The faster you drive the more (seemingly and unquestioningly) as proof that destructive energy you will generate if a crash the posted limit is too low.] occurs—energy that will exceed the protective • A recent proposal by the B.C. Government limits of all the safety devices of even the most up to Employees Union “to expand the B.C. sheriffs’ date vehicle— ABS braking, crumple zones, cages, mandate to include traffic enforcement as a collapsible steering wheels, seat belts, air bags, “revenue-generating” tool.” etc. Speeding and our collective desire to push the • Their assertion that the BC government’s claim envelope of whatever limits are set is a cultural bad that speed is a “major contributing factor” habit with complex root causes and known tragic in more than 40 per cent of fatal crashes is outcomes. Trivializing the discussion with weak inaccurate for lumping in “causes such as ‘too and unpersuasive argumentation isn’t helpful. But fast for conditions’ (such as driving on black then again, there is the German, “no speed limits” ice, although under the speed limit) and crashes autobahn experience. where drugs and alcohol are overriding factors.”

• Observation of a faster driver deemed by the …by Cedric Hughes, Barrister & Solicitor SENSE spokesperson to be “a very good driver, with regular weekly contributions from the kind I felt safe being on the road with” — “I Leslie McGuffin, LL.B.

*

% OFF

Opera returns to Minoru Chapel

THE ROAD RULES

Personal Injury Law, ICBC Claims “Experienced representation for serious injuries” 604-273-8518 • Suite 300-5900 No. 3 Road, Richmond Law Corporation

www.hughesco.com • Free Initial Consultation

Free Heat & Massage available on select models (LL660, LL670 and LL805 Lift Chairs)

KINGSGATE MALL 370 East Broadway, Unit 202 (604) 876-4186

LANGLEY CROSSING 6339 - 200th Street, Unit 304 (604) 514-9987

CENTRAL PLAZA 15182 North Bluff Road (604) 538-3400

NORDEL CROSSING 12080 Nordel Way, Unit 135 (604) 597-2097

CAPRI CENTRE MALL 1835 Gordon Drive (250) 717-1850

VICTORIA 1561 Hillside Avenue (250) 370-2984

* Offer valid from Saturday, September 8th to Friday, September 14th, 2012. Not valid in conjunction with custom or special ordered items, previously purchased merchandise, rentals and any other offers. 20% discount is based on our regular prices. Some exclusions apply. See cashier for details.

DIAMOND HEALTH CARE CENTRE 2790 Oak Street (604) 739-4645 PENTICTON PLAZA 1301 Main Street, Unit 709 (250) 492-7592 www.shoppershomehealthcare.ca

Page 14 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

Important Health & Safety Recall

community

Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewing System

Phoenix Perennials hosts Heirloom Tomato Festival Saturday

Model #BVMCKG1-03 Jarden Consumer Solutions (JCS), in consultation with Health Canada, is e voluntarily recalling the described product due to a potential safety issue. JCS has received reports that a build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber to open and expel hot coffee grounds and water, posing a burn hazard.

Please see London Drugs customer service for product returns or for more information.

London Drugs regrets any concern or inconvenience this may cause.

Advertisement

Insurance for the seasonal traveller.

The season is turning, the sun is lower in the sky and leaves are showing their fall colours. It’s the time of year when people are finalizing their plans for lengthy trips to scenic U.S. destinations to escape the Canadian winter.

While considering destinations, accommodations, transportation and activities for long stays, travellers are no-doubt researching travel insurance too. The cost of medical care in the U.S. can be pricey, and a single misadventure could spell the end of a much anticipated trip.

The Canadian government recommends that travellers purchase travel insurance when leaving the country.

Medical care outside of Canada is extremely expensive and provincial health care may not cover all of your medical expenses incurred out of the province.

When researching travel insurance, there are three important things for people to consider: What is your health status?

Depending upon your age, some policies might require you to complete a health questionnaire. This needs to be answered accurately to ensure you have the correct coverage.

If necessary, purchase pre-existing condition coverage so that you’re covered in the event you have a claim relating to a pre-existing condition.

What is your trip duration?

For some, one lengthy trip

TRAVEL INSURANCE WITH

Tomato tasters prepare to learn the finer points of fruit flavours at a tasting session at last year’s Heirloom Tomato Festival.

EDWARD MACADAM

of 30 to 90 days may be all that is planned. However, if you are planning multiple trips, it may be more economical to purchase an annual multi-trip plan.

Do you require Trip Cancellation or Interruption coverage?

Of course, it is disappointing to have to cancel a trip for any reason, from a missed connection to an unexpected illness. Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption Insurance ensures that you won’t suffer the financial burdens typically associated with such events.

But note that there is a difference between the two coverages: Trip Cancellation insures you if your travel plans are cancelled prior to departure, while Trip Interruption coverage insures you if your trip is disrupted after it has already begun.

To ensure you are fully informed to make the best decision regarding your travel insurance needs, visit a BCAA Service Centre and speak with an Insurance Specialist today.

Make the most of your next trip with BCAA Travel Insurance.

Edward MacAdam is an Insurance Specialist at BCAA. He can be reached at edward.macadam@bcaa.com.

AUGUST 30 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

SAVE $ UP TO

1300

INSTANT SAVINGS ON PURCHASES OF QUALIFYING APPLIANCES

Offer valid at participating authorized Maytag® appliance dealers.

See sales associate for details. * In-store, instant savings (after taxes) valid on qualifying Maytag ® appliances purchased from a participating authorized Canadian Maytag® appliance dealer from August 30 to September 30, 2012. Some conditions apply.

Offer cannot be combined with any other Maytag® appliance offer. $1,300 instant savings value based on maximum combined savings amount on purchase of qualifying Maytag® appliances purchased from the same dealer at the same time.

Instant savings will be deducted at time of purchase. All models may not be available at all dealers. GST/HST/QST and Provincial Sales Tax (where applicable) are included in the instant savings amount. This offer is not available to dealers, builders or contractors. See sales associate for qualifying models. ® Registered Trade-mark/™ Trade-mark of Maytag Properties, LLC, or its related companies. Used under license

by Maytag Limited in Canada. © 2012. All rights reserved.

NEW & REBUILT APPLIANCE SALES • REPAIR SERVICE • PARTS

3831 Moncton St., Richmond

604-271-0666 www.budgetappliances.ca

TIRED OF LOW RETURNS? Find out what over 10,000 investors already know

returns up to

8%

CAREVEST MORTGAGE INVESTMENT CORPORATIONS: Investing in Canadian Real Estate RRSP/RRIF/TFSA Eligible Monthly Income or Compounding Geographic mix of mortgages

For information call our exempt market dealer, CVC Market Point:

To learn more call 310-2345 or click on bcaa.com

Phone: 604-638-2631 Toll Free: 1-800-826-4536

“ Building Investors Wealth for over a Decade” Insurance is sold through BCAA Insurance Agency and is administered by North American Air Travel Insurance Agents Ltd. d.b.a. Travel Underwriters, a licensed insurance broker. 11th Floor 6081 No 3. Road, Richmond, BC Canada V6Y 2B2. Insurance is underwritten by Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Inc. and certain Lloyd’s Underwriters, severally and not jointly.

after taxes

www.carevest.com

This advertisement does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase the securities referred to herein, which is being made under an Offering Memorandum available from our office to qualified purchasers in specified jurisdictions. There are risks associated with this investment and this investment is not guaranteed or secured. Historical yields may not be representative of future yields. Please read the Offering Memorandum before investing. The issuers referred to herein are related issuers of CVC Market Point Inc.

Phoenix Perennials will host its second annual Heirloom Tomato Festival Saturday Sept. 8.

The festival will feature tasting sessions of heirloom and modern tomatoes throughout the day, sales of tomato fruit and displays of a wide range of tomato fruit and plants.

“Tomatoes are definitely one of the most popular vegetables for backyard growing and for eating,” said Gary Lewis, owner of Phoenix Perennials. “The interest in unique food experiences and the desire to support locally grown food continues to grow on the part of the public.”

At last year’s inaugural event, all 160 spots in the festival’s tomato tasting sessions were sold out, along with all the fruit harvested from the fields: 544 kilograms of tomatoes.

The Knechtel family, of Red Barn Plants, are partly behind the idea for the event. Red Barn is a wholesale grower of heirloom and unusual vegetable, herb and edible plants. In 2009 the family purchased a farm in Cawston, B.C. in the Similkameen Valley where son Erik manages their fields of heirloom tomatoes, peppers and other veggies and fruit for sale at Lower Mainland farmers markets.

Phoenix Perennials has been offering Red Barn’s tomato and vegetable plants for a number of years, said Lewis.

“It just makes sense to bring that full circle and celebrate the bounty of the harvest with our Heirloom Tomato Festival and with tomato fruit from the Knechtel’s fields. Plus Red Barn’s fruit are pretty much the best tasting tomatoes you could ever buy.”

Tasting sessions will feature up to 15 different varieties, which will be explained before each taste. At the end of the session each person will vote for their favourite tomatoes and then select their party mix to take home with them. Each tomato tasting session costs $28, which includes one party mix of four pounds of tomatoes.

Tasting sessions will run on the hour from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The festival ends at 5 p.m.

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review · Page 15

arts & entertainment Kiev musicians to perform in Richmond Classical masterpieces from Kiev Symphony Orchestra The Kiev Symphony Orchestra and Chorus will perform in Richmond Sept. 17 as part of its Western Canadian tour.

Under the direction of guest conductor Wes Janzen, a music professor at Trinity Western University, the orchestra and chorus will perform sacred and secular classical masterpieces by Handel and Tchaikovsky. The musicians will also perform Ukrainian folk songs in costume, Slavic a cappella music and virtuoso instrumental music.

This is the first time Richmond will host the Kiev Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, which includes 45 singers and 45 instrumentalists—all professionals, most having trained at the Tchaikovsky Conservatory of Music.

The Monday concert takes place at 7 p.m. at Bethany Baptist Church, 22680 Westminster Hwy. (604-519-0123).

Admission is free, but donations to the humanitarian ministries of the group are appreciated.

Photo Contest SUBMIT!

An original image depicting arts and/or culture in Richmond

VOTE!

For your favourite photo on our online gallery

WIN! Great Prizes

Contest Details at: www.richmondreview.com/contests Composed of 45 singers and 45 instrumentalists, the Kiev Symphony Orchestra and Chorus performs in Richmond Monday, Sept. 17.

SMALL

FOOTPRINT

BIG IMPRESSIONS

Vehicle shown is smart fortwo passion.

2013 smart fortwo total price: $16,4551

Hurry in, limited time offers.

License, insurance, registration and taxes are extra.

The new look smart fortwo.

Whether you purchase or lease, cruise in style and comfort with standard features including AC and automatic transmission. Cruise confidently with active safety systems including ABS, EPS, and the innovative tridion safety cell. Get the new 2013 fortwo today.

Lease APR

*

*

Lease for Due on Delivery

Ask about our smart loyalty bonus .4

smart Centre Richmond - 5691 Parkwood Way, Richmond smart – a Daimler brand

0.9% 24 $ 2,489

months 2

-

99

$

604-278-7662

3

Per month

D#6279

smartvancouver.ca

© 2012 smart Canada, a Division of Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. Vehicle shown is the smart fortwo passion with optional equipment at an extra cost. 1Total price is based on a smart fortwo Pure, National MSRP of $14,400 (stock #B1300953). Total price and down payment include due on delivery charges of $2,489, consisting of freight/PDI of $1,395, dealer admin fee of $495, air-conditioning levy of $100, PPSA up to $45.48 and a $20.00 fee covering EHF tires, fi lters and batteries. 2Total due on delivery of $2,489 plus tax, includes fi rst month’s payment of $99 and HST, security deposit of $150. 3Lease offer based on a new 2013 smart fortwo pure available only through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services on approved credit for a limited time. Lease example based on $99 (taxes are extra) per month for 24 months. A.P.R. of 0.9% applies. Total obligation is $4,884.16. Assumes 18,000 km/year allowance ($0.20/km for excess kilometers applies). License, insurance, registration and taxes are extra. 4To qualify for the $1,000 loyalty bonus, proof of current smart car (i.e. complete VIN and name) must be provided to the dealer. Offer is specific to Vancouver Retail Group. Offer may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers. See your local Vancouver Area smart Centre today. Offer ends September 30, 2012.

Page 16 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

sports Let Us Do The Cooking!

Home Delivered Meals Home Cooked Delivered Meals

3 Course Dinner for only

$6.00

*

*minimum order applies VAC Health Identification Cards accepted

to inquire or order call toll free call

BETTER MEALS

1-888-838-1888 604-299-1877

Serving Our Communities Since 1993

www.bettermeals.com

Curling can’t rest on laurels It may be a Canadian tradition, but the game’s facing increasing competition

by Don Fennell Sports Editor One of Canada’s greatest winter traditions, curling is at a crossroads.

Immediately after the

2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver, the phone at the Richmond Curling Centre—and most others throughout the nation—seemed to ring constantly. The success of the host nation (Kevin

Martin’s team won gold in the men’s competition and Cheryl Bernard silver in the women’s) spawned an immediate boost of interest in the sport.

“We enjoyed a huge

NOW UNTIL SEPTEMBER 23!

Join the celebration Enjoy big savings & events, plus thousands of bonus points!

1 OF 15 CHEVROLET

VEHICLES!

RECEIVE A CONTEST CARD WHEN YOU SPEND $10 OR MORE AND YOU COULD

WIN

* 1 OF 15

$

5,000 SHOPPING SPREES!

increase in participation after the Olympics when it seemed everybody wanted to try curling,” says Doug Bradley, the longtime manager at the Richmond Curling Centre.

“Our rental business was up 25 per cent over night and league curling was up probably 10 per cent or more.,” he says. “We were packed solid.”

See Page 22

Open house on tap The Richmond Curling Centre has always had an open-door policy, but for the next two weekends increased efforts are being made to hammer that message home.

This Saturday and Sunday, and again on Sept. 15 and 16, the local rink is encouraging anyone who’s ever been even remotely interested in or curious about curling to drop by and give the game a try at one of its open houses from noon to 4 p.m. Volunteers will be on hand to take you onto the ice to throw a few rocks (for a nominal fee of $5), or simply just to answer any questions.

“Curling is the second-most watched sport on TSN so there are a lot of chesterfield curlers out there,” laughs Richmond Curling Centre manager Doug Bradley. “This is a great opportunity for them to come and try the sport for themselves.”

Once you’ve gotten you feet wet, there are ample opportunities to take your game to the next level.

Beginner clinics take first-time curlers on a four-hour adventure (spread out over consecutive evenings) that encompasses all the basics—how to throw a rock, sweeping, and even a bit of strategy. More advanced clinics can be tailored to individual needs, ranging from effectively setting up a shot in the hack to developing a straight-as-an-arrow delivery to learning how to sweep properly.

“If you have two good sweepers, depending on the ice a bit, they can influence where a rock will go or drag a rock 10 to 14 feet down the ice.”

Even seasoned, high-performance curlers can learn a few tips at the Richmond Curling Centre by taking in one of Greg McAulay’s (2000 men’s world champion) clinics on strategy.

For more, visit richmondcurling. com or call the club at 604-278-1722.

–by Don Fennell CONTESTS CONTES TS PR PRODU ODUCTS CTS ST STORE ORES S FLY FLYERS ERS DE DEALS ALS CO COUPO UPONS NS BROCHU BRO CHURES RES CA CATAL TALOGU OGUES ES CON CONTES TESTS TS PRODU PRODUCTS CTS ST STORE ORES S FLYERS FLY ERS DE DEALS ALS CO COUPO UPONS NS BRO BROCHU CHURES RES CA CATAL TALOGU OGUES ES

1OF 50

Proud to Support Canadian Growers

FABULOUS GRAND PRIZES!

1 OF 20

TRIPS! *No Purchase Necessary. Prizes may not be exactly as shown. Contest begins on September 5, 2012 at 9:00:00 a.m. EST and closes September 23, 2012 at 11:59:59 p.m. EST. PIN code entries must be received by September 26th, 2012. For details on how to enter, prize details, official contest rules and no purchase necessary method of entry visit www.shoppersdrugmart.ca/50. To receive a contest card with PIN code, customers must make a purchase of $10 or more on eligible products after discounts and redemptions of any Shoppers Optimum Points®, coupons or promotional gift cards and before taxes at participating Shoppers Drug Mart stores between September 5th and 23rd, 2012. Contest cards will only be provided while supplies last. Eligible products exclude prescription purchases, products with codeine, tobacco products (where applicable), stamps, passport photos, lottery tickets, event tickets, transit tickets and passes, gift cards, prepaid phone cards, prepaid card products and purchases at Shoppers Home Health Care locations. Limit one card per eligible transaction regardless of total dollar value of transaction. The Contest is open to legal residents of Canada who have reached the age of majority in their province or territory of residence. There are 150 available prizes to be won. Approximate retail value (“ARV”) of prizes ranges from $10 to $43,500. As part of the 150 available prizes, 50 are grand prizes, consisting of two (2) Chevrolet Volts, Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”) $43,500, three (3) Chevrolet Sparks $19,445, one (1) Chevrolet Cruze, ARV $23,480, three (3) Chevrolet Cruze Ecos, ARV $23,745, two (2) Chevrolet Sonic Hatchbacks, ARV $21,965 two (2) Chevrolet Equinoxs, ARV $33,370, two (2) Chevrolet Orlandos, ARV $26,780 [all vehicle models ARV based on being equipped with automatic transmission and air conditioning] seventeen (17) trips for 2 to Memories Resort in Cayo Santa Maria, Cuba ARV $2,470, three (3) trips for 4 to Memories Resort in Cayo Santa Maria, Cuba ARV $4,940 and fifteen (15) $5000 Shoppers Drug Mart gift cards. 100 instant win prizes available to be won by playing the 50th anniversary online game at www.shoppersdrugmart.ca/50 once unique PIN code is entered. Unique PIN Code from contest card required for entry into contest. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. Correct answer to skill testing question required. See cashier for details.

Visit flyerland.ca to view this week’s flyer Valid Friday through Thursday

Visit our facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/SafewayCanada www facebook com/SafewayCanada

SAVE TIME. SAVE MONEY.

Sponsored by Black Press your source for FREE coupons

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review · Page 17

BLUNDELL CENTRE MERCHANTS: PERSONA SKIN CARE .......................604-275-1205 Q2 BARBER ......................................604-271-3344 SEAFAIR JEWELLERS ...........................604-274-3697 SHOPPERS DRUG MART.....................604-274-3023 SILK CUTS HAIR DESIGN....................604-275-1615 STARBUCKS ......................................604-241-7842 STAR PETS ONLY ...............................604-304-8579 SUBWAY...........................................604-275-8284 SUPER SEAFOODS ............................604-271-1424 SUSHI HAN RESTAURANT ..................604-271-1117 TD CANADA TRUST ...........................604-241-4233 THAI KITCHEN ..................................604-272-2230 UPS STORE .......................................604-304-0077

Granville Ave.

1 STOP SHOPPING

N

LOTS OF FREE PARKING

Gilbert Road

Blundell Road No. 2 Road

AMRON’S GOURMET MEATS.............604-277-8682 BAMBOO EXPRESS TAKE OUT ............604-277-6666 BANK OF MONTREAL (CASH MACHINE ONLY) BELLISSIMA FASHION ....................... 604-275-5870 BEN JONES INSURANCE ...................604-271-2113 BLUNDELL BLOSSOMS FLORIST...........604-275-6411 BLUNDELL LIQUOR TOWN .................604-241-4611 BLUNDELL MEDICAL CENTRE ..............604-241-8911 BODY GLO TAN ................................604-275-5858 BOTTLE RETURN IT DEPOT ..................604-274-1999 CHOCOLATERIE BERNARD CALLEBAUT ...604-275-1244 COBS BREAD ....................................604-204-2350 DEAR ANIMAL HOSPITAL ...................604-271-6411 DENTAL CLINIC .................................604-271-8464 EASY CARE CLEANERS ......................604-274-2711 ED’S LINENS .....................................604-270-3318 EXPERT HEARING SOLUTIONS ...........604-271-4327 EYE STATION OPTICAL ......................604-271-2088 FAMOUS NAILS SPA ..........................604-277-7784 FIRST CHOICE VACUUMS ..................604-274-2711 FLYING WEDGE PIZZA ......................604-274-8080 FOOT SOLUTIONS ............................604-272-7751 KIN’S FARM MARKET .........................604-275-1401 LA GRILL & BISTRO ............................604-277-8355 LOONIE TOWN STORE .....................604-448-1989 MCDONALD’S ..................................604-718-1100 OSAKA TODAY JAPANESE RESTAURANT ................604-277-2711

Over 47 Shops and Services LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION OF NO. 2 RD. & BLUNDELL RD.

Page 18 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

25 Great Reasons To Shop At Blundell Centre:

WITH THIS AD

Pictured below: Semi-sweet Chocolate Drops and Milk Chocolate Numbers

25% off chocolate purchases over $50.00*

Happy

*Before taxes. Offer expires September 29, 2012.

Some conditions apply, see store for details.

Birthday, Blundell Centre!

BLUNDELL CENTRE 188, 8120 NO. 2 ROAD RICHMOND 604.275.1244 www.bernardcallebaut.com

Blundell Centre Tenants Congratulate RM M A KIN’S FARM MARKET on their

th

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

17.

18.

19.

20.

21.

22.

23.

24.

25.

Anniversary SEPTEMBER 8 & 9 ONLY!

In Your Neighbourhood Convenience Selection Community Involvement Local, Canadian-owned Free Parking Customer Focused Accessible Trusted Brands Many Retailers Open Late Fresh Food Choices Value Beauty Services Sales & Savings Gift Ideas Health Care & Pharmacy New Fashions & Clothing Care Financial Services Pet Care Products & Services Restaurants - Dine In or Take Out Business Services Recycling Depot Insurance Services Established Businesses A Richmond Landmark for 25 Years

Want to make someone smile today?

Give the gift of Flowers

SPEND

Come help us celebrate our Anniversary Our large selection of giftware is

25,000 POINTS AND GET UP TO

$

50

THAT’S AN EXTRA

30-50% OFF

$

16

OFF

*

September 14th to 22nd

SPEND

50,000 POINTS

YOUR POINTS EVENT!

AND GET UP TO

$

110

THAT’S AN EXTRA

OFF

*

$

220

floral design studio

604-275-6411

25

(in Blundell Centre)

Back to Beauty!

SPEND

OFF*

#172-8180 No 2 Road

$

95,000 POINTS AND GET UP TO

Blundell Blossoms

THAT’S AN EXTRA

$

50

Visit Silkcuts for affordable Expert Hair Design - for the whole family!

Special Offers with Charlene by Appointment: (over 20 years experience)

152-8180 No. 2 Road • 604-274-3023 • www.shoppersdrugmart.ca

$2 OFF $10 OFF HAIRCUT

With this coupons until September 30.

*Taxes are payable on the full purchase price prior to the application of the discount reward. Offer is a reduction off your total pre-tax purchase price of products eligible for point redemption. Points are not redeemable for cash or credit. The savings value of the points set out in this offer is calculated based on the Shoppers Optimum Program® rewards schedule in effect at time of this offer and is strictly for the use of this limited time promotion. The savings value obtained by redeeming Shoppers Optimum Points will vary depending on the Shoppers Optimum Program reward schedule at time of redemption and other factors, details of which may be found at shoppersdrugmart.ca. All other reward levels remain in effect during this promotion. Offer excludes prescription purchases, products with codeine, non-pointable items, tobacco products (where applicable), stamps, passport photos, lottery tickets, event tickets, transit tickets and passes, gift cards, prepaid phone cards, prepaid card products and Shoppers Home Health Care locations. Not to be used in conjunction with any other Shoppers Optimum Points® promotions or offers. See cashier for details. Valid Shoppers Optimum Card® must be presented at time of purchase. Shoppers Optimum Points® have no cash value but are redeemable under the Shoppers Optimum and Shoppers Optimum Plus programs for discounts on purchases at Shoppers Drug Mart. Offer valid Saturday, September 8 and Sunday, September 9, 2012 only. ® 911979 Alberta Ltd.

ALL PERMS

With this coupons until September 30.

Top Qua lity Styli st N eede for o d ur B usy Salo n Te am!

App ly To day!

Silkcuts Hair Design ~ 604.275.1615 Blundell Centre • #196-8120 No. 2 Road • Richmond

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review · Page 19

25 Years of History

Throughout the years, we have celebrated many milestones and overcome numerous obstacles to be where we are today. In 1983, we were just a single produce stand in Granville Island run by our founders Kin Wah Leung and Kin Hun Leung. Their stand became so successful that in 1987 we were able to open our first retail store in Richmond at Blundell and No. 2 Road.

We are continually supporting our local communities. In the past few years, we have donated over $300,000 to various charitable organizations, such as Vancouver General Hospital, UBC Hospital Foundation, Richmond Hospital the Canadian Cancer Society, S.U.C.C.E.S.S., World Vision, and Unicef. In addition to monetary support, Kin’s is continually developing initiatives such as the Nutrition Program in schools that raises awareness of healthy eating.

In our 25th year, Kin’s Farm Market has a total of 29 locations (8 of them franchised) and 2 outlets, employing more than 600 staff members. Our goal is to continue growing, creating jobs, supporting our communities, and providing the best produce available in the market. We would like to thank our customers for being a part of our history and for helping us become what we are today.

Make sure to join us on September 8th, as we celebrate our 25th Anniversary with a chain-wide event!

Check our ad on Page 2 for more event details and a coupon!

Page 20 ¡ Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

SING! DANCE!

ACT NOW! The original, largest and still the best network of performing arts schools in the world.

APPL TODA Y Y! OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 10:00 AM 4071 FRANCIS ROAD

(ST. ANNEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ANGLICAN CHURCH)

Class sizes are limited Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t delay! â&#x20AC;˘ Ages 4-16.

ENROLLING NOW! Call Lisa at

604-537-3669

richmond@stagecoachschools.ca www.stagecoachschools.ca

Discover Europe, Asia, EgAsia ypt && BBeyondâ&#x20AC;Ś eyond â&#x20AC;Ś Discover

Please join Maritime Travel (Richmond) and special guest John Lovell of Uniworld River Cruises at this informative presentation.

Learn about river cruising in Asia, Egypt, Europe & Russia on the World's ONLY authentic Boutique Cruise Line.

Thursday, September 13th ɿ 6:30 pm Maritime Travel Ͳ Garden City Shopping Centre

back to school

Help is available for kids who face back-to-school anxiety These next few weeks can be some of the toughest for kids going back to school.

The beginning of a new school year can be an anxious time for some children. BC Mental Health and Addiction Services encourages parents and caregivers to learn some common signs of anxiety and how you can help your child feel less anxious.

Anxietyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;feeling worried, nervous, or fearfulâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;is a normal and natural part of being human. In fact, some anxiety can be helpful.

For example, feeling anxiety before a test or presentation can help us prepare for it.

If we are in physical danger, anxiety helps us respond to keep us from harm.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s normal for your child to experience

some anxiety every now and then, especially when facing stressful or unfamiliar situations, like the ďŹ rst day of school.

Anxiety becomes a problem when your child seems to be anxious often in situations in which other children of the same age are not typically afraid. It is also a problem if your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s anxiety does not get better with time and negatively affects their functioning and/or your family life.

Common signs and symptoms of anxiety include: â&#x20AC;˘Attempts to remain near caregiver/lovedone/at home; â&#x20AC;˘School fears or refusal to attend on speciďŹ c days (ďŹ eld-trips); â&#x20AC;˘DifďŹ culty returning to school after being away; â&#x20AC;˘Refusal to eat in

175 Ͳ 9040 Blundell Road

Door Prizes Ć&#x201D; Light Refreshments

Please RSVP by September 10th to Maritime Travel Ͳ Richmond (604) 303Ͳ8782 or email 166@maritimetravel.ca

Back-to-school success begins with Sylvan.

CALL TODAY. START TOMORROW. ACHIEVE FOREVER.

RICHMOND 604.273.3266

public or to use public bathrooms; â&#x20AC;˘Tantrums, crying, screaming; â&#x20AC;˘Refusal to attend sleepovers; â&#x20AC;˘Extreme shyness, avoiding social situations or events; â&#x20AC;˘Has a very hard time making decisions; â&#x20AC;˘Constant worrying, fearful; â&#x20AC;˘Physical complaints with no medical explanation (e.g. stomachaches, headaches, difďŹ culty catching breath) â&#x20AC;˘Seeking comfort/ reassurance.

You can play a very important role in helping your child learn to manage their anxiety.

By learning about anxiety management, you can coach your child to relax, challenge unhelpful thinking, and rely on their own ways of coping.

Tips you can try at home include: â&#x20AC;˘Provide regular routines (morning, school,

Stewart School of Irish Dance

Sylvan offers personalized tutoring programs in a wide range of subjects to help your child catch up, keep up or get ahead in school.

Additional programs are designed to develop better study and test-taking skills.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait for academic problems to arise when you can provide the tutoring your child needs right from the start.

Anxiety becomes a problem when your child seems to be anxious often in situations in which other children of the same age are not typically afraid.

Register R i t T Today! d !

New registrations are now being accepted for September classes.

GPS JOGPSNBUJPO PS UP SFHJTUFS

COUPON

$

50

OFF

Sylvan Skills AssessmentÂŽ Offer expires September 15, 2012. Not valid with any other offer. Valid at participating locations only.

Limit one per customer. Must present ad at time of assessment.

sylvanbc.ca READING, MATH, WRITING, STUDY SKILLS, TEST-TAKING, COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY PREP & MORE!

PS

JOGP!TUFXBSUTDIPPMPmSJTIEBODF DPN â&#x20AC;˘ Cloverdale â&#x20AC;˘ Richmond

â&#x20AC;˘ Vancouver â&#x20AC;˘ Maple Ridge

Magdalene Stewart TCRG /ADCRG fostering a passion for Irish dance while building skills, strength, friendships and character in dancers from beginner to championship.

XXX TUFXBSUTDIPPMPmSJTIEBODF DPN

homework, bedtime); â&#x20AC;˘Provide clear expectations, limits, and consequences; â&#x20AC;˘Plan for transitions such as getting to school and returning to school after breaks; â&#x20AC;˘Help your child identify his or her feelings; â&#x20AC;˘Pay attention to your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feelings; â&#x20AC;˘Ask your child if they have any ideas or solutions for a particular concern; â&#x20AC;˘Remain calm when your child is anxious; â&#x20AC;˘Hold realistic expectations that are right for your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s age; â&#x20AC;˘Praise and reward even small accomplishments; â&#x20AC;˘Show yourself identifying your own feelings, problem solving, and being brave.

Research has shown that healthy livingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; regular exercise, relaxation, a healthy and balanced diet, stress management, healthy relationships, good sleep, community involvement, and social supportâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;is very important in managing anxiety and promoting wellness.

For more information on anxiety and other available resources for children, youth and families, visit the Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre.

Visit mindcheck.ca for information and interactive quizzes on anxiety designed for youth. To speak to a parent or youth support person at the Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre, call 604-8752084 or toll-free at 1-800-665-1822.

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review ¡ Page 21

back to school Record year for French immersion enrolment have proven to be a real success story,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The strength and popularity of the program have greatly exceeded many expectations.

With that said we continue to advocate for areas of improvenew ment including greater inclusion of students with learning chal- new lenges and stronger accountability for the dispersion of French second language federal funds.â&#x20AC;?

DRIVE headquarters new DRIVE headquarters WINTER dates new WINTER dates

Key to success is learning how to eat and cook balanced and nutritious meals

DRIVE WINTER PROGRAMS Option 3:

A. Club Team - 9-17yr (Boys only) Begins September 9 (Tryout) Intermediate - High performance skill level

C. Club & Training - 9-17ys (Boys only) Begins September 8 Intermediate - High performance skill level

should be carbohydrates, and one-half should be vegetables DRIVE WINTER PROGRAMS DRIVE WINTER OptionPROGRAMS 2: or fruit; B. Training Academy - 5-11yr, 12-17yr â&#x20AC;˘Carry snacks with youâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;keep (Boys & Girls) Begins September 14 something in your school bag Beginner - High performance skill level at all times (plain nuts or seeds, plus fresh fruit are great).

The Lower Mainlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier basketball training ground for male and female athletes ages 6-17.

SFU has revised its food services strategy in time for fall PashaBains Bains- -Head HeadCoach Coach Pasha Chad Clifford - Head Coach

Pasha Bains - Head Coach semester to provide students 0 $"# #((% %% $& (* * â&#x20AC;˘ BC High School All-Time Scorer â&#x20AC;˘ BC 1999 MVP with more dining and healthy 0 $"# #((% %% $& (* * 0 0

$. % &+(' '$.

0 â&#x20AC;˘ NCAA Div. 1 Clemson Univ. â&#x20AC;˘ NCAA Div. 1 St. Francis Univ.

0

$. % &+(' '$.

0

$. , * ' $+ '$.

0 ' ,$(' % & 0

$. , * ' $+ '$. food options.

0 ' ,$(' % â&#x20AC;˘ 2004 CIS* +MVP & Can National & Team ' â&#x20AC;˘ CIS Div. All Star 0 $. %% , * 0 0 +,

"* $' ( #$'" $ +, * + "* $' ( #$'" $ ' 0 $. %% , * For example, the university â&#x20AC;˘ Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in Coaching Science from UBC 0 * - , (! -& ' $' ,$ + â&#x20AC;˘ Graduate of UBC Human Kinetics !*(& !*(& 0 * - , (! -& ' $' ,$ +

*$)% $"#Coach 0 0 *$)%

/$,# $ #&(' renovated its main cafeteria on â&#x20AC;˘ 1998 BC Triple A /$,# $ #&(' MVP with Richmond High Head Burnaby campus to provide a INQUIRE AND REGISTER TODAY! larger variety of food choices, (604) 818-SLAM 7 5 2 6 14380 Triangle Road and the dining hall now has an (604) 818-SLAM area where students can cook WWW.DRIVEBASKETBALL.COM â&#x20AC;˘ info@drivebasketball.com Join WWW.DRIVEBASKETBALL.COM â&#x20AC;˘ info@drivebasketball.com their own meals under the superon Facebook!

WWW.DRIVEBASKETBALL.COM â&#x20AC;˘ info@drivebasketball.com vision of a chef.

Steveston Hwy

Rd

Williams Rd

le

eat and cook regular, balanced and nutritious meals. These are lessons that will beneďŹ t them for life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will enhance their academic success, overall health, and save them money,â&#x20AC;? says Dhaliwal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Also, I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t emphasize enough that 80 per cent of chronic diseases are preventable through low-cost strategies, such as eating well and active living.â&#x20AC;?

Here are three healthy-eating tips for students: â&#x20AC;˘Eat regularly, every three to four hours; â&#x20AC;˘Have balanced mealsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;onequarter of your plate should be a source of protein, one-quarter

Option 1:

ng

A car wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t run if it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any gas in it, and the same principle applies to students who need to eat nutritious food regularly, according to a registered dietition with Simon Fraser University. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It sounds typical but we really do need to fuel our bodies,â&#x20AC;? said Rosie Dhaliwal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It comes down to your ability to concentrate and perform well on your assignments or tasks for the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;even your mood is impacted by what you eat.â&#x20AC;?

As students head back to school, Dhaliwal says those going into their ďŹ rst year of postsecondary education should take the opportunity to learn how to

new DRIVE headquarters (BEGIN SEPT. 9, 2012) CLUB TEAM TRYOUTS new WINTER dates

No. 6 Rd

now account for 8.1 per cent of the total public school enrolment, a record setting statistic in Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s westernmost province.

French immersion enrolment is at a record high. Parents are recognizing the life-long beneďŹ ts of ofďŹ cial language opportunities within the public school system, said Glyn Lewis, executive director for the French second language advocacy group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;French immersion programs

Tr ia

This week marked a new record for French immersion enrolment in B.C., according to Canadian Parents for French BC and Yukon.

According to data for 2011-12 provided by the BC Ministry of Education, 46,856 public school students were enrolled in French immersion programs, an increase of 2,008 students over the previous school year.

French Immersion students

(604) 818-SLAM

Page 22 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

sports

Socializing has always been a big draw for curling From Page 16 The 2012-13 season is just being organized, but it’s already apparent the rapid growth has slowed— a reminder to the curling fraternity not to take anything for granted.

“We’re always trying to do a lot of marketing, and things like mail-outs to everyone who’s curled in the last two years,” says Bradley. “I think we have to do more than let the game sell itself, so we really focus on service. Like going to the theatre or golfing, curling is a form of entertainment and they’ve got to be enjoying themselves.

We have to treat curlers more like clients who are coming in all the time. We want to ensure there’s a smile on their face when they come in as well as when they leave.”

The Richmond Curling Centre recently changed its name from the Richmond Curling Club to emphasize that it is open to the public, and is not a private venture.

At the same time, Bradley says it’s important the curling centre is still seen as a place within the community to socialize, much

as it’s seen as a gathering place in smaller towns.

“The large metropolises basically have everything, so we have to do different things to attract people,” he says. “We need to make sure their experience is positive every time they come out. If they’re not happy once, they’ll try something else.”

While attracting new curlers is an ongoing challenge, the average age of a regular curler in Richmond is in the 40s (30 in the Sunday evening league). That’s notable because there are 200 master players (55 years and older).

Twenty-something, Kim Thompson represents the future of curling.

Despite her youth, Thompson is a seasoned veteran of the sport. She grew up in a curling family and has enjoyed much success along with her younger sister Kelly including competing in the B.C. Scotties provincial ladies’ championship. But it’s at the grassroots level she enjoys the game just as much.

Recently, she gathered members from her slo-

Don Fennell photo Richmond Curling Centre office manager Kim Thompson and club manager Doug Bradley welcome all wouldbe curlers to try out the game during its open houses this weekend (Sept. 8 and 9) or next weekend (Sept.

15 and 16) from noon to 4 p.m. each day.

pitch team for a curling game “just for something to do.” A few others had also curled, but at least half were former school mates —inundated with curling stories and how

much fun was being had.

“They decided to come and give it a try, seeing it as a good excuse to do something active and then being able to have a few beverages afterwards,” says Thompson. “Curling is a very social sport, but the hardest things is to get them in. There’s a misconception among many that it’s a slow game, which comes from watching it on

TV. I find there’s a lot more interest once they’ve had a chance to try it.”

For some, time is another obstacle.

A typical eight- to 10end game requires two to three hours to complete.

But more notable is that fewer people—in today’s fast-paced world—are willing to commit to a full season. As a result, Thompson says curling centres are

exploring such options as a 10-week season.

“If they like it, then they can commit to another 10 weeks,” she says, noting that it also helps that the games are played on the same night and at the same venue.

“It’s also a relatively inexpensive game to get into,” says Thompson.

The cost for regular league players averages

out to about $13 per week, which includes almost as much practice ice as they can fit into their schedule.

A group of eight nonleague players can rent a sheet of ice for two hours for less than $20 per person (including equipment).

Ongoing efforts are also being made to introduce curling to youth. The most widespread of these is the Rocks & Rings program, with specialized equipment brought into schools for a day-long demonstration in the gym.

Curl BC executive director Scott Braley is encouraged by the interest, with about 30,000 students participating in the program in B.C. since it debuted four years ago.

Braley acknowledges, however, the challenge is then to help those students find their way to the local curling rinks and into the junior programs.

One encouraging bit of news, he says, is that the provincial junior girls’ and boys’ championships will be televised for the first time Jan. 1-6, 2013.

“I feel by having our young curlers on TV, that will help encourage a few of the younger ones who will see them playing a high level,” says Braley.

See Page 23

Explore A Career In

COMMUNITY & HEALTH STUDIES ȱ ȱ ȱ ȱ Ȋȱ

ȱ ȱ ȱ Ȋȱ ȱ ȱ Now accepting applications for next semester. ǯ Ȧ ¡

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review · Page 23

sports

Two-on-two game taking shape on curling ice From Page 22 But much more is needed to help ensure curling has a bright future, and not merely maintain its existing numbers. That includes more creative marketing and adding new opportunities such as a two-on-two version of curling.

Instead of the traditional four players per team, two players (one woman and one man) compete for each team in a mixed doubles game, an idea that developed from the mixed doubles event at the Continental Cup of Curling in 2008. At the start of each end, two rocks

AY! BUY TOD MOVE W! O TOMORR

start in play—one in front of the house and the other (from the opposite team) in the ring.

Five rocks are played by each team, with one player throwing the first and last rocks and the other the remaining three rocks. A game can be completed in well under half the standard two- to three-hour game.

The mixed game, which has a world championship, is gaining so much momentum that there’s talk of it becoming an Olympic event as soon as 2018 in Pyeongchang, South Korea, says Braley.

SOUTH SURREY

RANCHERS FOR 50+

Andy Urban owicz owi icz

Real Estate 604.715.3694 for Real People

Executive rancher in Steveston Villagewhere you get not only a home, but you become part of a friendly caring community. Beautifully landscaped, fully fenced, gated yard and double garage. The house sits on rarely available, two 33x120 lots with two double driveways, one at the front and other at the back with lane access. Many recent upgrades. Where else can you commune with nature, yet be close to the airport and downtown Vancouver. Close to schools, transportation, Community Center, shopping, trails, parks and waterfront. Asking $1.599 M.

3731 Garry Rd

subdividable 60’x120’ lot

101-10160 Ryan NEW LISTING

Stornoway.

Spectacular renovation. Two bedroom, two bathroom, 1st floor unit in solid well maintained and trouble free building next to South Arm Park and Community Center. Sunny and worm with western outlook. Recreational facility plus 2 pools. Secured parking. Adult oriented 19+yrs.

Quick possession possible. Asking $309,000

OPEN SUN 2-4

Westwater Views. Absolutely gorgeous top floor south east unit.

Sunny, bright and warm 1379 sf, 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo with vaulted ceilings, overlooking open space towards Mt.Baker and Brittania Shipyards. Many recent upgrades. Short walk to Steveston Village, Dyke and transit. Asking $499,900

326-12873 Railway

OPEN SAT 2-4

Marquise Estates.

Spacious 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, very quiet inside unit, 9’ ceiling, many updates, crown mouldings throughout, new light fixtures, designer colors, gas fireplace.

Near Kwantlen College, public transit and RAV line, Lansdowne Mall. Call now. Asking 319,000

209 - 8680 Lansdowne

350 - 174 Street Ideal for Professionals wanting to Downsize with Style!

Sun-Sational Rancher Style Townhome Community.

Strata does the yard work so you can Relax, Play and Travel!

Call Sally Scott 604-619-4902 www.thegreensatdouglas.ca • Open Noon-4pm (Closed Tues/Wed) MacDonald Realty Olympic

RE/MAX WESTCOAST

604.715.3694 soldbyandy.com EMAIL andyu@remax.net

Master Sales Award

GOLD MASTER

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty

Eric Wolf

www.salimshivji.com salshivji@shaw.ca

“A NAME EASY

TO

RECOMMEND”

OPEN SUN. 2-4

W A N T E D

the strength of teamwork…

Salim Shivji 604.328.3521 President’s Gold Award

L I S T I N G S

TThe Reputation for Results!

$283,800

Call Eric Today 604.808.3501 FFEATURE EA ATURE H HOMES OF THE WEEK

FABULOUS 1 BEDROOM - PRIVATE SOUTH DECK! Outstanding larger one bedroom in one of Richmond’s premier complexes – “COLONY BAY”! This unit is meticulously maintained by current owner & it shows.

Spacious & bright south facing suite with Balcony & a large Sundeck for your sun lovers! Super floor plan with ample size Living/Dining area with feature Gas Fireplace, Contemporary Kitchen with Granite countertops, All Designer colour schemes. Lovely spacious Master Bedroom. Secure covered parking plus Storage Locker too! Complex is in “like-new” condition with recent full rainscreen & new roof. Great location within walking distance to Richmond Centre & all amenities!

#53-9460 Glenallan Drive # $328,000

#121 – 7453 MOFFATT ROAD

$199,800

NEW LISTING!

$368,800

“MELROSE”

“PARC ELLISSE”

In very desirable “MELROSE”, this one bedroom 655 sq.ft. apartment is in great shape. Spacious floor plan. Liv/Din with Gas fireplace, Contemporary Kitchen, Good size bedroom with Walk-in Closet. Lovely colour schemes, laminate floors. Quiet West facing outlook. Covered parking & Storage Locker.

Seldom available 2 level loft-style apartment in a great location close to Richmond Centre! 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Lovely Liv/Din area with vault ceilings! Upper floor with a huge Family Rm/Den area with access to your private Roof top Deck!

Almost 1,250 sq.ft, Huge Storage Locker & Secure parking!

#103 - 7840 MOFFATT ROAD

#303 - 7520 MOFFATT ROAD

$368,000

$378,800

“COLONY BAY”

“COLONY BAY”

Beautifully maintained TOP FLOOR 2 bdrm, 2 baths, 1060 sf! Vaulted ceilings in Liv area, Gas fireplace, 2 balconies, Hardwood floors in Liv/Din area. Bright SE Exposure. Fully rainscreened buildings; one of the best complexes in Richmond!

Very elegantly updated suite in mint condition with a bright West & South exposure with a quiet outlook onto greenspace! Featuring 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full baths in approx 1070 sq.ft. Great floor plan & shows really well! Fully rainscreened & “like-new” complex!

#304 - 7457 MOFFATT ROAD

7455 MOFFATT ROAD

Well located 2 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse in Sharon Gardens. South facing into courtyard & next to the swimming pool. Features laminate floors, new paint throughout, new baseboards, custom California shutter, skylight, vaulted ceiling in master bedroom, new tiles in entry, new powder room. Great floor plan and a private fenced backyard.

#42-10760 Springmont Drive $419,000 NEW LISTING! OPEN HOUSE 2-4pm Sat. Sept. 8,2012 Rarely available townhouse in Steveston North. Numerous updates including S/S appliances, Vinyltek windows and doors, new electrical panel and freshly painted. Good sized bedrooms, front and rear patios, loads of storage in a very family friendly and problem free complex. Close to schools and shopping with 2 parking spaces at the door.

®

eric@ericwolf.com WESTCOAST

Visit www.ericwolf.com to view other HOT listings

Page 24 路 Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

www.

SuttonSeafair.com

1 BDRM/ View/ 773 sqft

#1104 - 8160 Lansdowne, RMD $438,800 Louise Uy 604-788-4549

Louise Uy 604-788-4549 3 BED & DEN TWNHS

2 BED/ 2 bath

9288 Keefer Ave., RMD $515,800 Louise Uy 604-788-4549

#503 - 8160 Lansdowne, RMD 1,092 square feet Louise Uy 604-788-4549

4340 Coventry Dr., RMD $1,298,000 Diana Dickey 604-618-7060

1420 Hatton Ave., BURNABY $898,000

Diana Dickey 604-618-7060

Jeanie Ho 604-783-0859

Jeanie Ho 604-783-0859

SAT/ SUN 1 - 5

Rosemarie Vaughan 604-314-6912

#117 - 8655 Jones Rd., RMD $249,900 Rosemarie Vaughan 604-314-6912

#106 - 15165 Marine Drive $599,000 White Rock

4070 Albert St., BURNABY $638,000

Rosemarie Vaughan 604-314-6912

Jeanie Ho 604-783-0859

Georgia Primar

5440 Lackner Cres., RMD $1,098,000

Karen Will

SUN 2 - 4

4 BED/ 1,598 sq ft

#9 - 7420 Moffatt Rd., RMD $658,500 Louise Uy 604-788-4549

Vipin Bajpai 604-839-7547

5857 16th Ave., TSAWWASSEN $548,000 Vipin Bajpai 604-839-7547

604-644-5821

604-838-9900

Georgia Primar 604-644-5821

#23 - 7088 Lynnwood Dr., RMD $455,000 Jose (Joey) Ong 604-351-2142

Charmaine McCarthy 604-312-0269 SUN 2 - 5

#1 - 8171 No. 2 Rd., RMD $617,000

12562 Jack Bell Rd., RMD $978,000

James Bailes

Merilee McCaffery

3500 Shuswap Ave., RMD $875,000 Jose (Joey) Ong 604-351-2142

Jose (Joey) Ong 604-351-2142

James Bailes 604-308-5376

604-308-5376

SAT 2 - 4

SUN 2 - 4

Park View!

#411 - 6611 Minoru Blvd., RMD $328,800

11060 Kingfisher Dr., RMD $1,098,000

#1309 - 6651 Minoru Blvd., RMD $284,000

5411 McColl Cres., RMD $725,900

#102 - 7840 Moffatt Rd., RMD $218,000/ 1 BDRM

#123 - 7751 Minoru Blvd., RMD $295,800/ 2 bath/ 2bath

Helen Pettipiece 604-341-7997

Helen Pettipiece 604-341-7997

Tina Gonzalez 778-837-1144

Lydia Dowa 778-839-2768

Lydia Dowa 778-839-2768

BIG DECK!

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

#337 - 4280 Moncton St, RMD $499,000

10511 No. 1 Rd., RMD $1,100,000

Helen Pettipiece 604-341-7997

Tina Gonzalez 778-837-1144

Helen Pettipiece 604-341-7997

Helen Pettipiece 604-341-7997

James Bailes 604-308-5376

604-307-9722

SAT 2 - 4

ENSUITE LAUNDRY

SUN 2 - 4

#44 - 12311 McNeely Dr., RMD $425,000/ 3 BED/ 2 BATh

Tina Gonzalez 778-837-1144

Lydia Dowa 778-839-2768

Lydia Dowa 778-839-2768

JOIN THE SUTTON TEAM! Make a breakout move by joining our award-winning team.

Please visit: JoinSuttonSeafair.com or contact us at JoinTheTeam@SuttonSeafair.com

S

O

H

.

!!!

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty . #550 - 9100 Blundell . Richmond, BC . V6Y 1K3 . phone: 604.276.2898 EAFAIR PEN RoadOMES COM Sutton Group - Seafair Realty . #550 - 9100 Blundell Road . Richmond, BC . V6Y 1K3 . phone: 604.273.3155

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review · Page 25

‘A low-maintenance lifestyle’

Downsizers finding a home at Edgewater The recent increase in multi-family construction projects is a burgeoning trend. While many people still prefer a single-family home, buyers are flocking to developments that offer apartments or townhomes.

“It’s a low-maintenance lifestyle,” says Vice-President of Sales and Marketing for Fifth Avenue Marketing Cristy Edmonds.

Edgewater, by Barber Creek Developments in South Surrey, is one multi-family development that has seen sales boom since it opened for sale last year. Edmonds says that many of their buyers have been downsizers.

“They don’t need the space anymore,”

she says. “It’s also become more socially acceptable” to live in a condominium or townhouse, plus the perks of no longer having to do your own maintenance.

Edgewater is particularly popular for several reasons. “A project like this won’t be replicated again,” Edmonds says. “It’s one of a kind.” Only five homes now remain in the project.

But what about the privacy that is often inherent in a single-family home?

Though you might be giving up your backyard, many condo developments now include a private balcony or patio with every suite. It will be your own private piece of solitude, even in the middle of the bustling Lower Mainland.

we live in the Lower Mainland,” says George Wong of Magnum Projects.

“SOLO District will have everything anyone needs within a short distance.

Buyers will not only get access to fresh produce at Whole Foods, but easily accessible transit via the SkyTrain, short commutes to downtown Vancouver, (and) car-sharing options through Modo.”

The homes have appealed to people of all demographics, from first-time buyers to those choosing to downsize.

“Our first SOLO buyer ... was a firsttime homebuyer in her late 20s who had grown up in the area,” says Bosa.

“Like many other buyers she knew the area well, saw the potential in the community and wanted to be a part of it.”

The bottom floor of the towers at SOLO District will hold retail and commercial space. Whole Foods is just one of the amazing shops that will be moving in to the community.

Other amenities at SOLO District include a fully fenced rooftop dog park, a fitness studio with a sauna and steam rooms, and a covered rooftop terrace barbecue area, among several other things. Each unit comes with a secured

basement storage room and a one-year membership to Modo Car Share with three dedicated vehicles. Along with the car-share program, there are also electric car charging stations and four car wash bays.

The neighbourhood itself is close to several schools, from elementary to post-secondary at Simon Fraser University and the British Columbia Institute of Technology. Restaurants and shopping are within walking distance, including Brentwood Town Centre. Recreation is also within easy reach with a variety of gyms, community centres and other leisure activities.

“SOLO District proves that market strength exists for a strong community concept, which is exactly what Appia ... has created here at Brentwood,” says Wong. “The best developments will counter any negative real estate market trends.”

In fact, buyers lined up for two hours on opening day on July 21.

The next release of homes is scheduled for sometime in the fall. Homes start at $229,900. For more information, check out www. solodistrict.com or call 604-298-8800.

‘A strong community concept’

Appia builds on community demand with SOLO

by Kerry Vital

Appia Development has combined a fantastic location, great value and stunning homes in their newest development, SOLO District in the Brentwood area of Burnaby.

“We quickly realized that community demand was there and that people wanted to start buying,” says Appia President Jim Bosa. “We decided to release a few homes as an introductory release and we’ve had an excellent response. We’ve sold out our first release and we’re also oversubscribed for the next round.”

It’s no wonder they’re all sold out with the array of gorgeous features that are included in the homes at SOLO District, which stands for South of Lougheed. Imported Italian Armony Cucine cabinetry in the kitchen that is perfectly complemented by the polished quartz countertops and quartz slab backsplash and modern stainlesssteel appliances are just a taste of what’s to come in your new home. The engineered wood flooring in the entry,

kitchen and living areas is offset by the custom roller blinds on the windows and durable nylon carpeting in the bedrooms, while the nine-foot ceilings and seven-foot entry and interior doors lend themselves to the huge sense of space you feel when you enter your home.

Beautiful panoramic views of the North Shore mountains and downtown Vancouver greet you from every angle, while two designer colour schemes (Grigio and Noce) make it easier to make your home your own.

SOLO District is split into four sleek glass towers, ranging from 38 to 48 storeys that will include more than 1,400 homes. The first phase, Stratus, holds nearly 400 condominium homes at 45 storeys. The other phases will be named Altus, Cirrus and Aerius. Buyers will be able to take occupancy in early 2015.

“We firmly believe that SOLO District is poised to change the way

“

We firmly believe that SOLO District is poised to change the way we live in the Lower Mainland,” says George Wong of Magnum Projects.

Submitted photos

Beautiful views come standard at SOLO District, above. The engineered wood flooring and an open concept layout combine for an elegant living space, while the bathrooms, left, are full of chic details such as premium Kohler fixtures and flattering lighting.

Page 26 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

at mackin park

BOILEAU ST

HEE

1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS from the low $200,000’s

ALDERSON AVE

BR

TT UNE

E AV

MACKIN PARK

DH

Welcome to Mackin Park. Modern apartment living in the historic neighbourhood of Maillardville with convenient access to all of Metro Vancouver.

WY

E

KING EDWARD ST

LOU G

MARMONT ST

NELSON ST

Mackin Park LEBLEU ST

BLUE MOUNTAIN ST

EDGAR AVE

COQUITLAM

REGISTER NOW – bluetreehomes.ca or 604-939-8874

Prices are subject to change without notice. HST not included.

This is not an offering for sale. Such an offering can only be made by way of a disclosure statement. E.&O.E.

See more at bluetreehomes.ca

O

N E P

IN

G

SO

O

N

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review 路 Page 27

Page 28 · Richmond Review

The new home of T R A D I T I O NA L ST Y L E & CO N T E M P O R A RY E L E GA N C E

Friday, September 7, 2012

New Fully Furnished Show Home Opening Sept. 15 24th Avenue & 164th Street, South Surrey Open Daily Noon - 5 PM except Fridays Come and discover why Abbey Road’s traditional ϐ townhome living in South Surrey. With a world of shopping, dining and recreation surrounding you, a private park like setting right on your doorstep, Abbey Road is a community within a community that brings every convenience and amenity home.

2, 3 & 4 Bedroom Georgian Townhomes from the mid $300,000’s

ABBEY ROAD

COME TOG E THER

abbeyroadliving.com WOODBRIDGE HOMES

L T D.

Park Ridge g Homes

This is not an offering for sale. Abbey Road is developed in joint venture by Woodbridge Homes and Park Ridge Homes. The developer reserves WKH ULJKW WR PDNH PRGL¿FDWLRQV DQG FKDQJHV WR WKH LQIRUPDWLRQ FRQWDLQHG KHUHLQ ZLWKRXW QRWLFH 5HQGHULQJ LV UHSUHVHQWDWLRQDO RQO\ ( 2 (

SOLODISTRICT.COM 604.298.8800

*PRIORITY SEQUENCE WILL BE STRICTLY OBSERVED

LIMITED OPPORTUNITIES · REGISTER EARLY TO SECURE YOUR POSITION!

*

This is not an offering for sale. Any such offering can only be made by way of disclosure statement. E.&.O.E.

OWN FROM THE LOW $200,000’S

THE ONLY PROJECT IN BURNABY TO OFFER · CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING · 9 FT CEILINGS · FLOOR-TO-CEILING WINDOWS · GEOTHERMAL HEAT EXCHANGE SYSTEM · PANORAMIC VIEWS · STEPS TO SKYTRAIN – DOWNTOWN IN 20 MINS · WHOLE FOODS MARKET · 4 ICONIC TOWERS · 1400 HOMES · LOUGHEED & WILLINGDON · MASTER-PLANNED COMMUNITY · JIM BOSA’S APPIA DEVELOPMENTS

BURNABY’S VALUE CHAMPION MAXIMUM SAVINGS

DON’T MISS THIS LIMITED OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN THE HUNDREDS OF SMART BUYERS, BE ONE OF THE “LUCKY 75” AND SAVE THOUSANDS.

FIRST RELEASE OVERSUBSCRIBED NEW RELEASE SATURDAY SEPT 22 DOORS OPEN AT 12 NOON!

THE NEW URBAN GENERATION IS HERE

Friday, September 7, 2012 Richmond Review · Page 29

Page 30 · Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

Priced from the low

64 AVENUE

The Award-Winning Tradition Returns...

Panorama Woods offers a collection of modern 3 bedroom

62 AVENUE

townhomes in one of Surrey’s most convenient locations.

138 STREET

KI N G

Portrait Homes, recognized as the Best Single Family Home

GE

O

Builder in British Columbia for 6 of the last 7 years, invites

RG

EB

you to experience distinctive townhome living created with

D LV

.

quality craftsmanship and exceptional finishings.

SALES CENTRE & DISPLAYS Address: 6123 138 St., Surrey

Panorama Woods is everything you want in a new home.

OPENING SOON

PRIORITY REGISTRATION on now!

778.593.9954

Experience the Portrait Homes difference – Winner of the

panoramawoods.ca portraithomes.ca/blog/

Marketing and Sales by Portrait Homes Realty Ltd. This is not an offering for sale. Price excludes taxes. E. & O. E.

Avid Diamond Award™ for the Best Customer Experience in Canada. Contact us today and see why!

BUILDING AWARD-WINNING COMMUNITIES FOR TODAY... AND FOR YEARS TO COME.

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review · Page 31

HELEN PETTIPIECE

Jody Copple

604.341.7997

604.818.7957

TORI MOSHER Seafair Realty

OPEN SUN 2-4

jodycopple.com

604.787.2788

204 - 4600 WESTWATER DR. $618,800 STEVESTON! FANTASTIC VIEW SUITE in elegant Copper Sky. Lovely 2 bedroom and den, 2 bath, open plan - gourmet kitchen with granite and stainless steel, 9 foot ceilings, insuite storage, and a large covered south facing balcony to enjoy the serene unobstructed view of the pond and river.

Waterfront boardwalk at your doorstep and just a short stroll to Steveston Village. OPEN SATURDAY 2 - 4!

5295 MONCTON STREET Wonderful Family home. WESTWIND School catchment area. Large private lot. Walking distance to Steveston Village. Many Upgrades: kitchen, dining room, living room, ensuite. Must view to appreciate. $1,288,000 300 SQ.FT. DECK!

®

11060 KINGFISHER DR • WONDERFUL WESTWIND Charming rancher in Richmond’s sought after WESTWIND. Lovingly maintained by current owners, with recent updates. Features 3 bdrms, cross-hall living and dining room, bright kitchen and family room which opens onto secluded private garden and large patio. Loft above garage offers the ultimate den, complete with custom built-ins and AC. Newer furnace, hot water tank and roof. $1,098,000

#337 - 4280 MONCTON ST • “SUPER-SIZED” DECK

103 - 1240 QUAYSIDE DR. $308,000

Choice corner 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom south facing suite overlooking the tranquil gardens in THE VILLAGE. Features high ceilings, gourmet kitchen and an absolutely AMAZING 300 sq.ft. private deck. $499,000

NEW WESTMINSTER - HUGE ONE BEDROOM, 940 sq. feet in newly rainscreened building in the New Westminster’s Quay area, steps from the water. Bedroom comes complete with den area, kitchen with new stainless steel appliances and eating area, new front load washer/dryer, new paint, excellent insuite storage plus storage locker, plus a lovely outdoor patio. Quick completion possible. Call now to view!

#411 - 6611 MINORU BOULEVARD

OPEN SAT 2-4

Lovely, spacious and bright 2 bedroom corner suite at Regency Park Towers. Centrally located this apartment features an updated kitchen, an open floor plan, enclosed balcony, new flooring and spacious master bedroom. $328,800

6691 GIBBONS DRIVE

Large CORNER 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with south west exposure and views across Minoru Park. Central location, close to Richmond Center Mall, library, pool, Minoru Park, Seniors’ Centre and Canada Line. $284,000

8580 BAIRDMORE CRES. $998,000 CHOICE SEAFAIR LOCATION - CHOICE LOT! Beautiful 66’

#210-11771 DANIELS ROAD Wonderful value for a large 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite in adult oriented Cherrywood Manor. Roomy floor plan, quiet outlook, loads of amenities, all in a fully rain-screened building! $315,000

x 120’ lot on one of the prettiest streets in the Seafair area. No easements, rights of way or ditches and in an area of many lovely new homes. Opportunity to build a 3,600 sq. foot home in a great neighbourhood!

www.h el e n p e t ti pi e c e . c o m

salix

sophisticated style t timeless value

$1,058,000

PRESTIGIOUS GIBBONS DRIVE! Custom built 2,550 sq. foot home on 7834 sq. foot lot. Renovate and enjoy the special feature of this well-planned home or build that new 3,600 sq. foot home in this area of million dollar homes.

Fabulous neighbourhood, close to schools, recreation, shopping, the dyke and easy access to Vancouver.

#1309-6651 MINORU BOULEVARD

NEW LISTING!

Let an experienced Realtor go to work for you

D SOL

email: jody@macrealty.com 1 bd

rm’ s

fro

now sell ing

m$

159

,900

, 2 bdr m’s fro m$ 229 ,900 *

1, 2 & 3 bedroom condos in Clayton Heights At Salix, we want your home to be a reflection of your individual stye. Choose from our three unique interior schemes and move into a home that was designed just for you. salix- set down your roots in style

6477 196th street, surrey. sales center open 12-5pm (closed fridays)

604.530.0054 •

salixliving.com

early purchaser incentives available for a limited time only, call or visit for details *Prices subject to change. E. & O.E.

Page 32 - Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

ANN SONNENBERG 604-868-7202 • W

O R K I N G

T

B

O

28 years of experience

GOLD MASTER MEDALLION CLUB

asonnenberg@sutton.com

R I N G

Y

O U

H

604.290.2650 cell

O M E

Sutton Group – Seafair Realty • 1625 56th Street, Delta, BC, • 604-943-3110

EXCEPTIONAL CONDO $259,000 OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 2–4

2 STORNOWAY APARTMENTS FOR SALE 1 BDRM #213-10180 RYAN ROAD ~ ASKING $199,000 ~ 2 BDRM #204-10220 RYAN ROAD ~ ASKING $278,800 ~ Richmond’s best Secret! STORNOWAY! Adult-oriented complex 19 plus located on South Arm Park, Broadmoor Shopping & transit. Large balcony, extra storage and room for house-sized furniture. NEWER ROOFS, ELEVATORS! No pets, no rentals, maintenance includes heat and hot water, the annual water and sewer bill, insuite laundry, fireplace and secure parking & storage locker. Easy to show!

ADMIRALS WALK 2 BDRM CONDO ~ ASKING $249,000 ~

#207-8560 General Currie Road

Great complex for those 16 years of age and over. Spacious 2 bdrm currently used as a 1 bdrm & den w/a romantic wood burning F/P, 1.5 baths, insuite laundry, totally renovated with a fabulous kitchen. Large new balcony overlooks gorgeous tree lined greenscape and farmlands. This is top floor and shows like a 10! RV prkg garden plots and outdoor pool!

This fully renovated 1 bedroom apartment will thrill you! Everything has been done with quality finishes. The kitchen has new cabinets 7811 GOLDSTREAM DRIVE ~ ASKING $1,388,800 ~ Well kept rancher on Southwest picture perfect corner Lot in and new solid surface countertops. The bathroom has an extra large prestigious Maple Lane/Shangri-la subdivision. Quiet location walk-in shower with safety features and a new “comfort height” toilet. near No 3 Road. Live-in or Invest & build in the future. Features 3 bedrooms 2 baths, huge family room off kitchen, separate 2-car The large dressing area boasts two large closets. The bedroom has bcclassified.com garage with solarium. Gorgeous park like yard and garden! Some space enough for a full bedroom set. The living room has plenty of updates but very well cared for, 12 year roof, furnace & hot water tank newer. Walk to Steveston London High School & Maple Lane space for your favourite pieces of furniture and the dining area will Elementary, Broadmoor Mall & easy access to Highway. hold a decent sized table and chairs. All room have crown mouldings, #1602- 4900 FRANCIS 7860 TWEEDSMUIR AVE. 66 WEST 44th ST. 10672 RAMONA WAY baseboards and 9’ ceilings. Morning coffee on your bright, south RICHMOND RICHMOND VANCOUVER NORTH DELTA exposed balcony allows you to look out onto a tree-lined open area.

Seafair area.

Maple Lane area.

Cambie area.

Nordel area.

Asking $419,800 Asking $1,398,800 Asking $1,428,800 Asking $512,800 This well-run, rain screened, 55+ gated complex is located in the heart of Richmond, close to transit and shopping. It includes a party room, SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! guest suites, pool, workshop, table tennis and much more.

Please call Randy Larsen at 604.290.2650 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

21

21

COMING EVENTS

COMING EVENTS

SPORTS FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . . . . . . 1-8 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . 9-57 TRAVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61-76 CHILDREN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-98 EMPLOYMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . 203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK . . . . . . . . . . . 453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE . . . . . . 503-587 REAL ESTATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 603-696 RENTALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703-757 AUTOMOTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-862 MARINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 903-920

4

FUNERAL HOMES

Advertise across Advertise across the the Advertise across the Lower Mainland Lower Mainland in in lower mainland in the 18 18 best-read the best-read thecommunity 17 best-read community communityand newspapers newspapers and newspapers.

3 dailies.

5 dailies.

ON THE WEB: ON THE WEB:

7

OBITUARIES

7

OBITUARIES

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 7

OBITUARIES

MITCHELL – Josephine Irene

.Dignity

AGREEMENT It is agreed by any Display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event of failure to publish an advertisement shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for that portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only, and that there shall be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. The publisher shall not be liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement.

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

INDEX IN BRIEF

7

OBITUARIES

SMILLIE, Ronald Passed away on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at the age of 58. Survived by his brother Alan (Jacquie) Smillie of Kelowna. Sadly predeceased by his mother Fay, father Hugh and faithful dog Digger.

Ron will be greatly missed by his many friends all over BC. A Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Kelowna SPCA, 3785 Casorso Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4M7.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

250-860-7077

33

INFORMATION

Have your say. Get Paid.

Voice your opinion on issues that matter and receive cash incentives for doing so.

Also, participate to win one of 10 prizes totalling $1000! www.yourinsights.ca

Passed away August 29, 2012 at the age of 80 after a lengthy illness. Joe is predeceased by her beloved husband, Mitch, daughter, Lolani, sister, Marie (Lol) and brothers Bill and Terry Webber. She is survived by her sisters, bcclassified.com Eileen Bryant and Peg Little, niece Sue, nephews Ron (Sandi), Ray (Judy), Rick (Debbie) and Bob (Karen) and many other nieces and nephews, family and friends. Joe began her working life in the cannery in Steveston and later became an LPN working in many of the area hospitals and care homes before retiring from Fraserview Care Lodge. She also had a great love of animals, and at one time, ran a kennel called Tipawillow. We would also like to thank Dr. Cheryl Hau and the Palliative Care team at Richmond Hospital for exceptional care during this difficult time. A memorial service will be held at the Richmond Funeral Home on September 12, 2012 at 11:00am.

Richmond Funeral Home 109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

SWAP MEET SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH 10:00am - 1:00pm Steveston Community Centre Multi-Purpose Room 4111 Moncton Street Buy gently used sports equipment.

To sell call 604-238-8080. $10/stall

HOME-BASED BUSINESS FAIR SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH

Sign up now for the Home-Based Business Fair on September 29 from 10:00am - 2:00pm Steveston Community Centre 4111 Moncton Street Call 604-238-8080 for more information.

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

IMMEDIATE FULL TIME OPENINGS FOR SKILLED TRADES Hiring electricians, mechanical assemblers, fabricators and welders for fabrication shop in Delta.

Competitive wages, day and evening shifts, long-term employment and benefits.

For more information, visit www.sonicenclosures.com/careers

Friday, September 7, 2012 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 42

LOST AND FOUND

Richmond Review - Page 33 EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

114

LOST: cross & chain, very sentimental, Aug. 30. Reward (604)2744646

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 125

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

FOSTER/SOCIAL CARE

130

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Attention: We need serious & motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet/phone essential. Free online training.www.trainerforfreedom.com

NEED A Business loan? Now you can get up to $5million business or start up loan with an interest rate starting at 2.5%. Bankruptcy or bad credit welcome. Apply with us now at 1-866-253-7914.

114

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

CLASS 1 DRIVER required to run Alberta, BC, Washington, Oregon or long haul. Minimum 2 years flatbed experience. Must be able to tarp & cross the US border. Pay up to .50 per mile, benefits after 3 months. Sign up bonus if you stay 3 months. Please forward abstract to fax: 604-746-3735 or email jira@shaw.ca

SERVICE DISPATCHER Needed for material handling company in Delta. The successful candidate will be an organized, courteous, patient, customerfocused team player w/ excellent communication skills. Must have knowledge of the Lower Mainland. Previous dispatch exp. considered an asset, but not required.

Arpac provides Competitive Salary, Extended Benefits, RRSP Plan, Rewards Program, Monthly BBQs, and Much More!

Career-minded individuals looking to join our team can send their resume to: HR@arpac.ca or fax to: 604-940-4082

CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVERS NEEDED • HIGHWAY

(BC Interior, AB. & Sask.)

• FAST-CARDED

(Washington and Oregon)

• LOCAL DRIVERS WE OFFER; • STEADY F/T WORK • COMPETITIVE WAGES • EXTENDED MEDICAL & DENTAL BENEFITS • OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADVANCEMENT Requirements/Qualifications: · Valid BC issued Class 1 license & min. one (1) year of safe driving experience · Driver’s abstract · Knowledge of HOS / DOT regulations · Professional in appearance

Please submit resume & current drivers abstract to: bccareers @canadacartage.com or fax: 604-888-5887

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.

WAREHOUSE WORKERS & SUPERVISOR. Transglobal Reload 2008 Inc. is hiring for Warehouse Workers ($16.05/hr) & Warehouse Supervisor (19.72/hr) Mail- 2060 Vandyke Place, Richmond, BC V6V 1X9 or Fax – 604-232-0255

Required by a First Class lounge at the airport.

HELP WANTED

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators.

Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

EDUCATION

F/T FORKLIFT OPERATOR NEEDED Min. 32hrs/wk.

Must have a valid ticket.

Send resume to:

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Long Haul Team Drivers $5,000 signing bonus JBC Transport is a third-party supplier for one of Canada’s top national trucking companies that has more than 50 years of success in the transportation industry. We currently have opportunities for Long Haul Team Drivers based in North Delta, BC. Successful candidates will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience driving long haul, Class 1 licence, Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification, WHMIS training, demonstrated safety focus, load security knowledge, forklift experience and professional driver improvement courses.

We operate new, fully equipped tractors and offer regular scheduled runs with 2 days a week at home, compensation for delays while on the road, top mileage premiums, signing and performance bonuses and an attractive benefits package.

To apply, please forward your resume, in confidence, to: drivers@jbctransport.com

130

HELP WANTED

130

HELP WANTED

OFFICE FURNITURE MANUFACTURER

Assembler: Permanent Position Applicant will have had previous experience in Assembly and Possess Strong Work Ethic, Attention to Detail and Pride in Quality Of Finished Product. Interested Applicants with required background are invited to E-mail resume to ewen@caltronoffice.ca.

No Phone Calls Please.

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 257

DBathrooms DKitchens DCountertop Replacement DEntrance Doors DFrench Doors DSiding DSundecks DLaminate Floors DEnclosures DCeramic Tile DCustom Mouldings DReplacement Windows DInterior Painting

DRYWALL DRYWALL

Reliable Work ❖ Res. & Comm.

Mike 604-789-5268

ELECTRICAL

“ ABOVE THE REST “ Interior & Exterior Unbeatable Prices & Professional Crew.

• Free Est. • Written Guarantee • No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB

778-997-9582

WE GUARANTEE

SCOTGUARD ELECTRICAL LTD.

604-720-9244

no-hassle Service Backed by Professional Installation and our no-nonsense Home Improvement Warranty

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

CALL FOR A FREE IN HOME ESTIMATE

Expert In Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting • Panel Upgrades • Reno’s * Guart. Work * Licensed * Bonded * BBB Approved ~ No job too small ~

281

604-244-9153 Rona Building Centre 7111 Elmbridge Way Richmond, BC

GARDENING

GARDENING SERVICES 21 yrs exp. Tree topping, pruning, trimming, power raking, aeration, cleanup. $15/up. Michael 604-240-2881

Porters/Cleaners Wanted

K.D.P. PAINTING

Immaculate Workmanship Int/Ext. ~ Reasonable Rates Free Estimates 21 Years Experience

TRADES, TECHNICAL

BUDGET PAINTING, 25% Off Special, Int, Ext, Res, Comm, 15 Yrs Experience, Excellent References, Senior Discounts, Free Estimates, 1(604)619-1517

VOLUNTEERS

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

PAINT SPECIAL

is seeking three persons to serve as public directors on its 11-member Board of Directors.

Public Directors serve two-year terms and are eligible to serve four terms. A nominal per diem is paid for meetings. Candidates should have a record of community involvement and an interest in print and online media issues. Applications together with names of two references and telephone numbers should be submitted by Sept. 30, 2012, to: The B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby, Nanaimo, B.C., V9R 2R2.

See www.bcpresscouncil.org for information about the Press Council.

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (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

320

182

Please e-mail resumes to 1090.marquise@hiredesk.net or fax: 1-866-272-9632

LOOKING FOR A NEW JOB?

MOVING & STORAGE

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

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

AFFORDABLE MOVING

338

PLUMBING

Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

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

FINANCIAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

COMPLETE Handyman Services.

Tile, drywall, carpentry, paint, flooring. All repairs. Dan 604-761-9717 Concrete, Forming, Framing & Siding. Crews available for new construction & additions Patrick 604-218-3064

604-537-4140 GET the best for your moving 24/7.

From $40/hr. Licensed & Insured.

Senior Discount. 778-773-3737 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials.

Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

Kids and Adults Needed

FINISH CARPENTER Finish Carpentry-Mouldings, sundecks, stairs, siding, painting, drywall. Refs. Rainer cel 604-613-1018

Papers are delivered to your door. No need to insert flyers either!

Deliver 2x week, Wednesdays and Fridays, right in your neighbourhood. Call our circulation department for information.

RESIDENTIAL-RES & comm. 25 years exp. Large or small job welcome. Drywall painting & tiles. Free estimates. Refs. 604-722-4411

MILANO PAINTING & RENOS. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

130

130

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

Boundaries

Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.245.9069

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable.

Rates. Different From the Rest.

604-721-4555.

PERSONAL SERVICES

Marquise has multiple cleaning positions at Tsawwassen Quay Market! Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.

Route

604-726-0503

Running this ad for 8yrs

10 Customer Service positions available!

Up to $20.00/hr paid weekly Must work well with others!!!

Call Erica 604 777 2195

Use bcclassified.com - Employment Section 100’s

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

The British Columbia Press Council

NOW HIRING!!!

114

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

A-1 PAINTING CO. 604.723.8434 Top Quality Painting. Floors & Finishing. Insured, WCB, Written Guarantee. Free Est. 20 Years Exp.

TRY A BCCLASSIFIED.COM CLASSIFIED AD. THEY ARE INEXPENSIVE AND THEY WORK HARD!

LABOURERS

163

JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! No experience necessary, we will train. Must be 18+yrs. of age and be available F/T. 604-431-9100 Email:info@skynyx.ca

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

138

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FABRICATOR with pressure vessel exp. req’d for M/R union shop.

Stable F/T position. Email resume mike@emmfg.com

supervisor1@surreyleader.com

114

Job is shift work, $10.75/hour.

Fax resume to 604-231-6731

160

GET PAID TO WALK! Start Now! Door-to-door Delivery Routes.

604-998-1919 ext. 105 or email: hiring@doorknobads.com

TIME TO PRESSURE WASH YOUR HOME? Browse through bcclassified.com’s Business Service section in the 200-300’s.

Class 341 - Pressure Washing

Food Safe & Serving it Right required.

WORK with water pumps, willingness to learn and understand technical instructions, attention to details, capable of working in a fastpaced environment and willing to go the extra mile. Fax resume to: 604324-0086

Our organization is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups and women.

115

Must be a multi-tasker with lounge / restaurant experience and have own transportation.

287

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD?

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

WAIT STAFF - Full time

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

LEGAL SERVICES

260 134

Make it yours.

Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.bc.ca

130

188

Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051

LOST: KEY RING, Toyota fob & 2 house keys. Vicinity of Richmond.

Call 604-274-6928

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

PERSONAL SERVICES

Number of Papers

14100170

Regent St (Steveston)

87

14202010

Barmond Ave, Newmond Rd, Oakmond Rd

79

HELP WANTED

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HELP WANTED

Kids and Adults Needed Papers are delivered to your door. No need to insert flyers either!

Deliver 2x week, Wednesdays and Fridays, right in your neighbourhood.

Call our circulation department for information.

14202012

Trumond Ave, Wellmond Rd

51

14201121

Gander Crt, Dr, Pl, St Johns Pl

63

14201124

Cavendish Dr, Pugwash Pl

70

14201154

5000 blk Williams Rd

71

14901216

Donald Rd, Grandy Rd, Udy Rd

79

Route

14901036

Turquoise Dr

49

15101018

Capstan Way, Regina Ave, Stolberg St

53

14901118

Emerald Pl, Pearl Crt

61

14702347

8000 blk of Cook Rd

120

14901174

5000 Blk Blundell Rd

62

14002287

Railway Ave, Trites Rd, Westwater Dr

141

14902140

Montana Rd

55

14902160

Cavelier Crt, McLure Ave, Parry St

57

14302277

8000 Blk of Railway Ave

24

Call Roya 604-247-3710

or email us at circulation@richmondreview.com

Boundaries

Number of Papers

14903060 Easterbrook Rd, Murchison Rd, Reeves Rd, Webster Rd

54

14302320

8000 Blk of No 2 Rd

78

14903074

McCallan Rd, Tilton Rd

31

14301274

Cormorant Crt, Steveston Hwy

52

14903073

Gibbons Dr, Tiffin Cres

64

14303630 Buttermere Dr, Pl, Kimberley Dr, Monashee Dr, ThirlmereDr 94

14903051

Gamba Dr, Nicolle Pl, Tucker Ave

60

14903072

Forsythe Cres

47

14301145

Hollymount Dr

65

Hollybank Dr

74

Swinton Cre

79

14903081

Robson Dr, Barnard Dr

60

14301141

14203153

Claybrook Rd, Claysmith Rd, Coldfall Rd, Crt

73

14401666

14202014

Raymond Ave, Rosamond Ave

72

14701362 Armstrong St, Breden Ave, Bridge St, General Currie Rd, Shields Ave 71

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

Page 34 - Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012

the richmond

HOME SERVICE GUIDE PLUMBING & HEATING

REVIEW RENOVATIONS

BULK DELIVERIES We deliver up to 3 yards of soil and bark and up to 1 yard of sand.

â&#x20AC;˘ Plumbing Service & Repairs â&#x20AC;˘ Boilers & Furnaces â&#x20AC;˘ Gas Work

M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS

Plumbing â&#x20AC;˘ Electrical â&#x20AC;˘ Woodwork â&#x20AC;˘ Drywall â&#x20AC;˘ Bathrooms â&#x20AC;˘ Painting â&#x20AC;˘ Handyman â&#x20AC;˘ Textured Ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ FREE Quotes Door Repairs: Patio â&#x20AC;˘ Pocket â&#x20AC;˘ Bi-folds â&#x20AC;˘ Shower Insured / WCB and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a Nice Guy! Mike Favel â&#x20AC;˘ 604-341-2681

HOT WATER TANKS Installed from $699

604-868-7062

P L A N T L A N D

Call 604-278-9580

Licensed, Insured & Bonded Local Plumbers www.1stcallplumbing.ca

GARBAGE/JUNK REMOVAL

PLUMBING/HOME IMPROVEMENTS

CARPET CLEANING

We s t w i n d

BradsJunkRemoval.com 6 220.JUNK(5865) 0 OVER 2O YEARS SERVICE

SUPPORT LOCAL

Green Dragon Service

185-9040 BLUNDELL ROAD, RICHMOND

Truck Mounted System

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 338

PLUMBING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

RUBBISH REMOVAL #1 AAA Rubbish Removal

21 Years Serving Rmd. Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

bradsjunkremoval.com

Haul Anything...

But Dead Bodies!!

604.

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING Call Ian 604-724-6373

RECYCLE-IT!

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly â&#x20AC;˘ Estate Services â&#x20AC;˘ Electronics â&#x20AC;˘ Appliances â&#x20AC;˘ Old Furniture â&#x20AC;˘ Construction â&#x20AC;˘ Yard Waste â&#x20AC;˘ Concrete â&#x20AC;˘ Drywall â&#x20AC;˘ Junk â&#x20AC;˘ Rubbish â&#x20AC;˘ Mattresses & More!

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

604.587.5865

www.recycleitcanada.ca

â&#x20AC;˘ Portable Toilets â&#x20AC;˘ Fencing â&#x20AC;˘ Containers â&#x20AC;˘ Waste Management â&#x20AC;˘ Storage

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

small to LARGE ads get results in

We Recycle!

GO GREEN! www.EconPro.com 604-882-2733 RECYCLE YOUR JUNK! Rubbish Removal, Caring for the Earth. Professional Quality Service at Great Rates. 604-787-8782

FIVE STAR ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs.

Free est. Reasonable rates.

(604)961-7505, 278-0375

GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362

FREE! Scrap Metal Removal...FREE!!! *Appliances *BBQs *Exercise Equip *Cars/Trucks/Trailers *Hotwater Tanks *Furnaces * Restaurant Equipment All FREE pickup!

778-233-4949 T & K Haulaway

Mainland RooďŹ ng Ltd. 25 yrs in rooďŹ ng industry

Family owned & operated.

Fully insured. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warranty. 604-723-2626 www.mainlandroof.com

684

SURREY

220.JUNK(5865)

DISPOSAL BINS

PRESSURE WASHING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

HANDYMAN - 604-518-4778 WCB & Liability Insured. www.lwrestoration.com

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS bcclassified.com

â&#x17E;Ľ

Steam Cleaning â&#x20AC;˘ Carpet & Upholstery Commercial & Residential 778-297-5560 or 604-763-6596

FREE ESTIMATES Joe 604-250-5481

Residential & Commercial Services

341

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Plumbing * Heating * Electrical * Carpentry * Painting * Tiling

4 SAME DAY SERVICE!

â&#x20AC;&#x153;HAUL ANYTHINGâ&#x20AC;ŚBUT DEAD BODIES!â&#x20AC;?

PETS 477

PETS

AMERICAN COCKER Vet â&#x153;&#x201D;, cuddly, family raised, paper trained.

Exc pet! $700. 604-823-4393 Chwk.

BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES P/B. black & white, male & fem. Vet chk, 1st shots, loving homes needed.

Call 604-250-4360 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 CHIHUAHUA, tea cup puppies, ready now, one male left, $700.

(604)794-7347

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 509

736

AUCTIONS

ANTIQUE AUCTION Monday Sept 10th 7pm Set of oak dining chairs (12 & 6), Louis style couch & chair, piano accordion; Vienna regulator clock, mahogany case â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grandfatherâ&#x20AC;? clock (1850); Medieval carving of Saint, Gilded c.1450 24â&#x20AC;?; Kirman carpet 8.5x10, landscape oil painting; table, china, Edwardian armoire, deco bdrm ste, watercolours prints, etc

Private Sale - Rancher with Full Basement

CENTRAL AUCTION #313 - 20560 - Langley By Pass (#10 Hwy) 604-534-8322 www.centralauction.ca

533

KITTENS & CATS for adoption.

Call Catcare Vet Clinic, full service hospital, appt to view 604-277-8511 MINIATURE SCHNAUZERS, adorable S&P puppies looking for loving homes. Tails docked, dew claws, 1st shots, vet checked. $750. 604-859-7233 (Abby) NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com YORKIE PUPS. P/B no papers.

Shots, vet checked, female, 8 weeks. $850. 604-702-8338 Chwk

838

AUTO FINANCING

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1991 Class A 34ft WINNEBAGO ELANTE motorhome, 454 Chev motor, only 42,000miles. Low profile, awning, generator, air compressor backup camera, 2 TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & many other extras. This is a top of the line motorhome in top shape. Asking $21,000. 604-536-2866

RICHMOND WEST, 5/bdrms, 2.5 baths, 2 car garage. 7 yrs old. 2300 sq ft. Avail now. TJ @ Sutton Proact, (604)728-5460

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION RICHMOND: 1 bdrm for rent in 3 bdrm bsmt ste. $450 inc util. Cls to Ironwood Mall. Steveston Hwy. Avail. now. (778)297-7921

FERTILIZERS

750

1991 Class A MOTORHOME

SUITES, LOWER

CLEAN 2 bdrm @ No. 4 & Williams. $825/M utility included. 1 open pkg & share laundry. No pet. Very suitable for single or couple.

Available immed. Call (604) 7228833 RICHMOND, 11111 Bird Rd. New clean 1 bdrm. ste, pri. prkg. no cats or dog $750 incls. utils. & cbl. Avail. now 604-273-6129 / 604-603-7936

548

Richmond 2 bdrm Railway Blundell, gas f/p w/d fncd bckyd, cls to shcl/bus $1100 incl hydro/cble/net Oct.1. 604-275-3492

FURNITURE

A New Pillowtop Mattress Set Still in Packaging! Can Deliver! $150 - Call: 604-484-0379

RICHMOND #5/Cambie. 2 Bdr gr/lvl avail now Ns/np, $1000/mo incl utils. 604-231-0032.

MATTRESSES starting at $99

RICHMOND #5 near Bird Rd. 2 bdrm in new home. Lndry. prkg. ns/np $950 incl util. Avail. now.

Refs. 604-214-0231 / 604-780-3793

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

551

GARAGE SALES

RICHMOND Multi Family Sale.

Sat. & Sun. Sept 8 & 9, 10am-4pm.

4460-Fischer Drive. Electronics furn baby stuff, etc

RICHMOND, CAMBIE & #5 RD. 1 bdrm grd. level suite. $750. N/P. N/S. Avail. now. 604-278-1505.

SOUTH ARM - BROADMOOR reno 2 bdrm. lower duplex. N/P N/S. Share ldry. Close to bus, schools and shopping. $1000 mo. Avail.

Sept. 15. 604-275-1868

RICHMOND Sat & Sun 10am-4pm 10231 Fundy Dr. Camping equip, power tools, chairs, gas stove, etc Richmond

``Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re backâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 23rd Annual Neighbourhood Thormanby Crescent Garage Sale Sat. Sept. 8, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

(Off 1 Rd. & Moresby) Bring small change & small bills

751

SUITES, UPPER

RICHMOND. 1 bdrm suite. Granite countertop, heated floors. Ideal for resp prof. $850/mo. incl alarm, heat, HW, cable. No laundry. N/S, N/P. (604)275-2558 RICHMOND Bridgeport/Shell 3 Bdr top flr, 1.5 baths, lrg fenced yard, n/s, Oct 1st. $1375. 604-834-3702.

752

GUARANTEED

Auto

Loans

1-888-229-0744

or

apply

at:

www.

Price $19,950.

Henry 604-309-6012

845

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

1988 Olds Cutlass Supreme Classic V8, 5L, ex. run cond, 153 m, fam. owned, $4500.(604)534-6098.

1996 SEBRING Conv. 118 K LADY dr, Orchid, $5700 upgrades, exc cond, $3950. 604-258-8852 The Scrapper

2003 Buick Century Special Ed, leather, AirCrd, low Kms, private, $5900. Certified. 604-364-1554.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2006 MAZDA 3 - 4 dr sedan. auto, 2l, 70,000 kms, Blue. Many options. $7300/firm (604)538-4883 2011 NISSAN VERSA 4/dr h/back, auto, 25,000/km, red, many options, $8600/firm. 604-538-9257.

TOWNHOUSES MOTORCYCLES

QUEENSGATE GARDENS Conveniently Located

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

Close to schools & public transportation. Spacious 2 & 3 bdrm townhouses. 6 Applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s., balcony, 2 car garage, 2 full baths, gas f/p. 1 Year lease required. No Pets.

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

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

Metal Recycling Ltd. 2007 HARLEY SPORTSTER Factory custom, 74 cube (1200) big bore by Denco Cycle, Bassani pipe, windshield, sissy bar, leather bags. 27,000km, one old guy owner, $7450 obo (604)817-1945

TRANSPORTATION

REAL ESTATE 810

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE A

Vehicle!

Guaranteed

Auto

Loan.

Apply

Now,

1.877.680.1231

AUTO FINANCING

www.

We Pay CA$H For â&#x20AC;˘Auto â&#x20AC;˘Scrap Metals â&#x20AC;˘Batteries â&#x20AC;˘Machinery â&#x20AC;˘Lead

Scotty 604-313-1887

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

UapplyUdrive.ca

2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 175K, fully loaded, Great cond. $5570 obo. Daniel 778-574-5081

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

851

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

RICHMOND,1 bdrm, cls to amenits, walk to Richmond Ctr. Heat, hot wtr incl., ns/np, $875. 778-322-0798.

RICHMOND Citation Drive. 1 Bdrm, clean, 1 pkng, clubhouse facility, avail now, $900/mo. 604-270-2135 or 604-875-6026.

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

RICHMOND

MISC. FOR SALE

Richmond 2BR fresh paint v/clean 5appl strg u/g prkg Citation Dr $1175 incl ht h/wtr NS/NP Avail now 604-304-9252, 778-230-3524

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

Professionally Managed by Colliers International Call 604-841-2665

706

Mode-34 SI. Ford chasse, 460CID engine SFI, 4 spd, auto. trans (with over drive) Power steering, power brakes, disk brakes on 4 wheels, tilt st. wheel, a/c, cruise, burner range, oven, double sink & many more extras.

A must see! Original owner.

Under 70,000 miles.

greatcanadianautocredit.com

830

Severn Dr. Multi-Yard Sale (South off Williams between Garden City & 4 Rd.) Sat., Sept. 8 - 9am to 2pm.

Need

Unique 4400 sq. ft. custom built fully ďŹ nished rancher on ½ acre GD in Cloverdale overlooking Langley City.

Spectacular view of Mt.Baker,Golden Ears. Five bedrooms, large rec room, LR, DR, family room, den/ofďŹ ce. Great home to care for elderly parent or mobility challenged.

Many upgrades and extras. Crown mouldings, French doors, and oak ďŹ&#x201A;oors on main. Manicured yard and wellkept gardens. Close to 4 bus routes. Possible zoning for B&B revenue. $939,000. For more info or to tour home, contact: sonrise7@gmail.com

810

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

CHINESE SHAR PEIS. Healthy happy M. & F. Variety of colors & ages. Brush & bear coats. House raised. Well socialized. Vet â&#x153;&#x201D;, shots. Now 604-814-0038. sonjasdogs@yahoo.ca

ENGLISH BULLDOG P/B pups.

Beautiful, loving, healthy, family raised. 1st shots, micro chipped, 2 year genetic health guartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Born June 12th. $2,000. 604-850-4192.

HOMES FOR RENT

TRANSPORTATION

View: Sunday 1 -5 & Mon fr 10am

560

DALMATIANS, 3M, born july 9, ckc reg., shots, dewormed, $1000-$1500.

(604)793-5130, (604)723-2232

TRANSPORTATION

3 rooms house for rent bet. No.3 & Granville close to McDonald at the low price. immed. available. interested pls. call (604)270-7808

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

SURREY

www.westwindhome.ca Fully Licensed, Insured, WCB

RENTALS

BUY-RENT-SELL bcclassified.com 684

Call George 778 886-3186

DreamCatcher Auto Loans â&#x20AC;&#x153;0â&#x20AC;? Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

TRUCKS & VANS

1990 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ONLY 53Kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, A/C, p/w, seats 7, exc cond.$1100. 604-536-4490 W.Rock 2008 FORD F150 regular cab 2 whl dr 8ft box auto V6 only 15,000kms, silver $10,000 firm 604-538-4883 2010 GMC Cheyenne Edition. P/d, p/w, a/c, cruise, 4 X 4, rhino lining, chrome acces, CD radio, aux jack, V8, 4.8L, On Star, ext. cab, suicide doors & tow package. 32,000 kms. $21,500. obo. (604)217-4007

Friday, September 7, 2012

Richmond Review · Page 35

Visit our website to check out and register for hundreds of parks, recreation and cultural programs.

Organizers of RichCity Idol 2012 display their donation cheque to B.C. Children’s Hospital last week. RichCity Idol showcases the singing talents of Richmond high school students at Gateway Theatre, and is also organized by high school students.

Proceeds from the May 29 event—donated to the hospital—totalled $2,722.29. In photo: coordinator Joanne Angai, A.R. MacNeill idol Lexys Bandayrel, Hugh Boyd idol Dana Barlaan, Matthew McNair student and RichCity Idol 2012 winner Sonali da Silva and co-ordinator Justin Uyeno.

kudos

www.richmond.ca/ register

Kudos is a weekly feature showcasing announcements, achievements and good deeds happening around town.

E-mail submissions to news@richmond review.com

One past district governor and two past presidents from the Rotary Club of Steveston were recently selected to be recipients of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. Past district governor Robert (Bob) Blacker (left) and past president Dr. Doug Nielsen (right), were recently presented with their medals by Lt.-Gov. Steven Point in Victoria. Past president Wilbur Walrond (centre) will receive his medal today (Friday) at a reception at Richmond Golf and Country Club.

The winners of Richmond Public Library’s Chinese Couplets Competition were recently announced at the Dr. Kwok-Chu Lee Recognition Ceremony. First place went to Burnaby North MLA Richard Lee (left), who accepted his trophy from Richmond Public Library’s chief librarian Greg Buss (centre) and a calligraphy work of his own couplet from calligrapher Yukman Lai. The library received 34 entries for the Chinese Couplets Competition.

Recycle Your Electronics at NO COST! Display Products & Accessories

Printing , scanning & Multifunction Devices

Audio Products & Accessories

Video Gaming Systems & Accessories

Video Products & Accessories

Non-Cellular Telephones & Answering Machines

Aftermarket Vehicle Audio & Video Systems

Electronic Musical Instruments

Non-Alcohol Alcohol

Air ir Tr Treatment, reatment DDesk & Tabletop Fans

OPEN EVERYDAY MONDAY TO SUNDAY 8:30AM TO 6:00PM CLOSED ON ALL STATUTORY HOLIDAYS

Fl Floor Care

Garment Care

Kitchen Counter top

Personal Care

Time Management

Weight Measurement

Designated Very Small Items

OK BOTTLE DEPOT

up to and including 1L (litre) $0.05

$0.10

larger than 1L (litre)

$0.20

Best of

RICHMOND r

Recycling is Simple with OK Bottle Depot!

8151 CAPSTAN WAY

$0.20

the richmond

REVIEW

Medical Monitoring & Control Devices

We Pay Full Cash Refund for ALL Your Empties OK BOTTLE DEPOT

2012

604-244-0008 www.okbottledepot.com

EASY PARKING • NO LIMIT • BOTTLE DRIVE SPECIALIST

IT & Telecom Devices

ROAD

NO. 3 RD

Portable Computers & Accessories

RIV ER

Desktop Computers & Accessories

N

CAPSTAN WAY Cdn Tire

Page 36 路 Richmond Review

Friday, September 7, 2012