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City moves closer to new police force Elected officials order investigation of independent police department to replace Mounties by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Civic politicians are favouring an independent municipal police force to possibly replace the RCMP. “We’re going to get a little bit more information, but the intent is to look seriously at an independent Richmond police department,” said Coun. Derek Dang, chair of council’s community safety committee. “The idea of going this way is to improve, not to detract from, what we have already.” Late Wednesday, staff presented the committee with several alternatives to the Mounties, including amalgamating with another municipal force such as the Vancouver Police Department. Ultimately, committee ordered staff to research an independent Richmond force, which would contract specialized police units—such as an emergency response team—from another city. Dang said he hoped Richmond council could decide in the early new year whether to seriously pursue the option, which he believes would deliver better service, governance and accountability. “Those are the items the RCMP hasn’t been able to address,” he said. Local councillors don’t have an appetite to join Vancouver as a combined force—despite some cost savings Vancouver suggested would result. “It looks enticing, but the idea was to start with the independent Richmond force first. In the future if the province decides to go regional, then we’d be prepared to do that at that point,” said Dang. A staff report suggests a new municipal force would be costly. One-time costs could total $2.7 million, and transition costs are pegged at $20 to $36 million. But Dang called the numbers a “scare tactic.” He referenced a 2009 provincial report that stated initial costs for B.C. to start a province-wide force was $17 million. See Page 6

Matthew Hoekstra photo Wise Bites founder Cathline James displays some of her baked goods at the new company’s River Road headquarters.

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yeing endless processed foods stacked on a grocery store’s shelves two years ago gave Cathline James some food for thought.

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Dog owners are being asked to volunteer to help in the battle against snow geese.

Local pets being enlisted in fowl fight City seeking volunteer pet patrols to scare snow geese from school fields by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter City officials are turning to resident Rovers and local Lassies for help in managing the annual scourge of snow geese.

Richmond is looking for volunteer dog handlers with well-trained dogs, medium to large in size, to help scare snow geese from city parks from November to April. Each fall, an estimated 100,000 of the white birds fly 4,000 kilometres to the Fraser River delta to escape their frigid winter home in Wrangel Island, Russia. By year’s end, the birds head farther south to the Skagit delta before returning here in the spring en route to their Russian home. In Richmond, the geese traditionally feed on intertidal marsh plants, but in recent years

they’ve moved inland, feeding on farmers’ fields, parks, sports fields and even residential backyards—leaving muddy, goose-poop land behind. City officials have tried fireworks, air pistols, lasers, military-grade lights and professional dog-handlers in a bid to scare the birds away. The city has also offered farmers in southwest Richmond cash to grow winter cover crops that attract the geese and keep them away from unwanted sites. Now, local pets are being enlisted for the 2012-2013 fowl fight.

According to a posting on the city’s website, volunteers will be allowed to run their dogs off-leash on school fields of Steves, Grauer, London-Steveston, Gilmore, Dixon, Quilchena, Thompson and Burnett. Volunteers will be trained by “a professional snow geese dog hazer” before they receive a vest allowing them to run their dogs from 4 p.m. to dusk weekdays and 9 a.m. to dusk on weekends. The dogs, according to the posting, should “encourage” the geese to leave the fields, but should avoid physical contact with the geese.

Man told four years later about unpaid transit ticket Dave Gibney says he’s victim of identity theft, but clearing his name has proven impossible by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Imagine Dave Gibney’s surprise when a collection agency tracked him down to his Richmond home last June about an old $173 SkyTrain ticket. Motion sickness has handcuffed the Richmond man from using public transit, and what’s more, the ticket was from September of 2008, nearly four years ago. To top it off, the ticket was made out to a namesake claiming a New Westminster address, and Gibney has lived in Richmond for nearly four decades. Despite his protests, and failed attempts to clear his name through his own sleuthing, Gibney’s efforts were ultimately fruitless. Wherever he turned, whether it was ICBC, which assisted in the collection of the unpaid ticket, or TransLink and Transit Police, he was met with a dead end. Finally, worried that ICBC wouldn’t per-

mit him to renew his car insurance, he paid the fine. But he certainly wasn’t happy about it. “My vehicle insurance is coming up for renewal soon and as I can only use my vehicle to get around in as I get sick on public transit, I do not need to find out on the day of my renewal that this fraudulent ticket...bars me from getting my insurance renewed, as I have been advised in many, many articles in many papers in the past six months or so,” Gibney told The Richmond Review. Gibney thought it would be a fairly simple matter to prove himself innocent. After obtaining a copy of the TransLink ticket, he noted that it wasn’t his signature at the bottom of it. With ICBC having a record of his signature dating back to 1974, he thought a simple comparison would have cleared him. If that wasn’t enough, perhaps somebody would have noted that he doesn’t live in New Westminster. And the person who posed as him—Gibney suspects he knows the person’s true identity, a former roommate with substance abuse problems who likely stole his expired B.C. driver’s licence—wasn’t able to produce his driver’s licence to the ticketing officer, though he was able to furnish the number. “Why is everyone who is part of this

SkyTrain ticket process at ICBC so stupid that they can’t look at a signature and an address on a fine and say ‘Huh, this is not right,’ and then dig to the truth, instead of increasing our already high blood pressure?” Gibney said. ICBC spokesperson Adam Grossman said Gibney should have been informed when he first contacted the insurer of the availability of a personation package, where claims of impersonation are investigated. He said ICBC will be following up on the case. As of Sept. 1, ICBC is no longer involved in the collection of TransLink fines. That’s now up to TransLink itself, which according to spokesperson Drew Snider, is now able to refer unpaid tickets for collections after 90 days. Under the old system, that process took two years before a collection agency became involved. Meanwhile, Gibney is no closer to clearing his name. To add insult to injury, TransLink tickets must be disputed within two years of being issued. But not all is lost for Gibney. He’s been urged to fill out a personation package, and to contact police to track down the person Gibney suspects of impersonating him. Whether that will get him his $173 back remains to be seen.

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Restoration of historic house to begin Branscombe House was built in 1905 by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Richmond City Hall officials appear to be heeding a councillor’s warning to save one of the earliest homes built in Steveston. Staff have secured a building permit to begin restoration on the 107-year-old Branscombe House, a vacant, dilapidated city-owned heritage building at 4900 Steveston Hwy. According to city hall records, the permit for $301,500 of foundation work and other upgrades was issued Oct. 24.

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Martin van den Hemel photo Branscombe House, at Steveston and Railway, was built in 1905 and currently sits in disrepair.

During earlier budget talks in February, Coun. Harold Steves warned if money wasn’t spent in restoring vacant, historic structures, the city would soon be forced to“write these buildings off.” Steves said the longer a building is left to sit, the higher the cost of restoration. “It’s empty, it’s boarded up, and if we leave it another year that building ain’t gonna be there much longer,”said Steves at the time. As the city’s 2013 capital plan doesn’t include any new funding for the building’s restoration, a private partner could be involved. But so far, the city isn’t commenting. The Branscombe House, built in 1905, was once owned by David and Sarah Branscombe. An entry in the city’s heritage inventory, completed in 2000, noted the house was in “fair condition” at the time. City staff previously considered adding a $180,000 Phase 1 of the restoration—which was to include a new roof, foundation, electrical work and asbestos removal— to this year’s budget, but ultimately didn’t recommend the project.

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Stray bunnies may head south by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Some of the hundreds of feral rabbits currently calling the Richmond Auto Mall home, may just be heading south for the winter. The auto mall has reached a partnership agreement with Precious Life Animal Sanctuary in Sequim, Wash., said Gail Terry, general manager of the Richmond Auto Mall Association. “We hope that we’ll have permission within four weeks or so,” Terry said, adding she’s “pretty confident” approval is coming. The American sanctuary has agreed to host a colony of Richmond rabbits, and the mall has offered to help support the bunnies financially for the next five years. The same sanctuary already hosts another colony of rabbits rescued from the University of Victoria in 2010/11. The deal to export the rabbits is still subject to provincial government approval. The current laws make it illegal to trap and possess rabbits without a permit, although trapping

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them and killing them is legal. But publicly-stated government policy does allow for rabbits to be trapped if they are going to be exported out of the country, Terry said. Sending the rabbits south isn’t the best option, she said, but it’s one currently available to them. A proposal to build a local sanctuary hasn’t thus far received support from the province, she said. In the meantime, the auto mall has applied for a permit along with Rabbitats, a rescue group responsible for gathering the University of Victoria feral rabbits. Precisely how many rabbits will be wintering in the U.S. depends on public support. The rabbits all need to be spayed or neutered

and transported to the U.S. Some additional construction will also be needed at the American sanctuary. The auto mall association has agreed to match whatever public funds are raised toward the rabbit relocation. There are roughly 300 rabbits on the grounds surrounding the Richmond Auto Mall, living in the hedges and on the lawns around the vehicle dealerships. Many are being killed by cars and predators. Donors and volunteers wishing to help the cause are urged to call the Bunny Hopline at 604-2733243 or e-mail we-care@ richmondautomall.com, or Rabbitats at rabbitats @gmail.com. Donations can also be

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RCMP says it provides a good deal From Page 1 “How can you as a little city have more costs to do a transition than an entire province?” he said. “How can that happen?” Coun. Bill McNulty said with a municipal force, the city wouldn’t have a contract “forced upon us”and would give local control over strategy, hiring of senior officers and costs—particularly of specialized teams, which staff say Richmond overpays for. “I believe we are at a critical stage in the community with regard to community safety and policing,”

said McNulty. “This would give the city control of the level of service we want and need.” If council decides to go ahead with a municipal force, Richmond could become the first city to break from a new 20-year contract with the RCMP in B.C. The RCMP, meanwhile, contends it provides Richmond with the best service for the lowest cost. Insp. Ted De Jager of the B.C. RCMP, known as E Division, said Richmond spends less on policing per capita compared to cities with

Richmond company is keen on quinoa From Page 1 The Richmond-based company provides healthy baked goods free of common allergens, low in sugar and high in fibre, protein and iron. Wise Bites aims help people satisfy their cravings for a snack or dessert without negatively impacting their health. “Our products are not sinless, but they’re just such an improvement over eating a zero-protein, zero-fibre—I won’t name that little round brown cookie—that has actually zero value to a child,” said James, who started baking independently at age five. “We can still hand our kids a treat; they don’t have to have three inches of icing on them.” Wise Bites bakes and distributes its cookies, muffins and bars from its North Richmond headquarters on River Road. Since its launch this fall, business has been growing steadily as more retailers carry Wise Bites products, which

also include bulk items such as Canadian organic quinoa flour. Quinoa, a gluten-free, grain-like superfood packed with nutrition, is a staple in Wise Bites’ offerings, as is the organic date paste used to sweeten them. Products are free of sulfites, chemicals and genetically modified ingredients. They’re even certified kosher. Food allergies are on the rise—something James believes is due to changes in our food supply that include the use of chemicals and genetically modified ingredients. And with peanut allergies in her own family, James is committed to using natural ingredients and avoiding the top-eight allergens: peanuts, tree nuts, gluten, eggs, soy, dairy, fish and shellfish. So far, no Richmond retailers carry Wise Bites products, but they are available through the company’s website (wise-bites.com) and at Vancouver markets such as Greens on West Broadway and Stong’s on Dunbar Street.

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Notice Notice of Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication and Intent to Dispose of Land PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of Richmond intends to adopt Bylaw 8844. The purpose of Bylaw 8844 is to authorize that the lands shown on the sketch plan below, approximately 39 square metres, be stopped up, cease to be public road and the road dedication be removed. In addition, PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City intends to sell this portion of closed road area totalling 39 square metres to Yamamoto Architecture, or its designate, for $52,000. Bylaw 8844 and the accompanying plans may be inspected at the City Clerk’s Office, 6th Floor, City Hall, 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, between the hours of 8:15 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday (inclusive), except statutory holidays, commencing Friday, November 16, 2012 until Monday, November 26, 2012 (inclusive). It is anticipated that Bylaw 8844 will be presented to Council for adoption on November 26, 2012. Prior to the adoption of Bylaw 8844, any person who is affected by this bylaw may make their concerns known by writing to City Council c/o City Clerk, 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2C1 or by e-mail (cityclerk@richmond.ca) or by fax (604-278-5139). Any written submissions must be received by the City Clerk no later than 4:00 pm, November 26, 2012.

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independent municipal forces. De Jager also noted RCMP salary increases were six per cent from 2008 to 2012, while salaries of municipal police officers increased by 14 per cent in the same period. As for funding of integrated teams, De Jager said the costing formula was determined by municipalities several years ago, not the RCMP. “The RCMP has provided policing services to the City of Richmond for over 50 years and we continue to enjoy a well established working relationship.”

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A 59-year-old Richmond man died Wednesday night when he was struck by a vehicle near the 2800 block of No. 3 Road, just north of Bridgeport Road. According to police, the man was not in a crosswalk as he crossed No. 3 Road, and was hit by a southbound vehicle around 6 p.m. When Richmond FireRescue and B.C. Ambulance Services arrived on scene, the man was lying on the roadway, suffering from serious injuries. He was rushed to Vancouver General Hospital for surgery, but succumbed to his injuries. Police are continuing their investigation, but believe the collision occurred at fairly low speed, and that neither drugs nor alcohol were factors. Richmond RCMP Cpl. Sherrdean Turley said it’s not know whether charges will be laid. Richmond Mounties urged the public and drivers to be extra cautious as daylight diminishes, and rain becomes more commonplace. —by Martin van den Hemel

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Trio charged in heist Richmond Centre jewelry store struck on Nov. 6; bystanders help Mounties arrest armed robber Three men have been arrested and charged in connection with the Nov. 6 robbery of Ben Moss Jewelers at Richmond Centre. Vancouverâ€™s Ty Burgess, 29, Missionâ€™s Shane Buckner, 36, and Coquitlamâ€™s Keith Macdonald are facing robbery related charges after witnesses described to police how two men entered the mall, and then smashed the display cases at the jewelry store. The two men fled with an undisclosed amount of jewelry, but their attempts to flee the scene were hamstrung. Once outside the mall, one of the suspects, who was carrying a gun, was unsuccessful in his attempt to carjack a vehicle.

When the suspect tried to commandeer a second vehicle, the man was apprehended by bystanders. A scuffle ensued, and the suspect fired off a single shot, but nobody was injured. The man was held until police arrived. One of the Good Samaritans who apprehended one of the suspects, was bitten by a suspect, and received medical treatment. The suspectâ€™s handgun was retrieved. Vancouver Police were able to locate and arrest two other suspects afterward. Burgess and Buckner have been charged with armed robbery and wearing a disguise with intent to commit and indictable offence. Macdonald is charged with armed robbery and possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm. The trio are scheduled to appear in Richmond provincial court on Nov. 19. â€”by Martin van den Hemel

Jet Pet Resort makes Dragonâ€™s Den deal The owners of Sea Islandâ€™s cat and dog paradise Jet Pet Resort have made a deal with a dragon. In an episode of CBCâ€™s Dragonâ€™s Den that aired Wednesday, Jet Pet owners Camilla and Marcus Dahl requested $200,000 to finance an expansion into the Ontario market.

Armed with a half dozen young puppies, the Dahls failed to impress the panel of Bruce Croxon, Arlene Dickinson, Kevin Oâ€™Leary and Jim Treliving, but one other dragon, David Chilton, saw an opportunity. He gave the local entrepreneurs $200,000 for 30 per cent of their businessâ€”despite one

of the dogs having an accident on the lap of fellow dragon Croxon. This week, months after the showâ€™s taping, a deal has yet to be completed. Jet Pet Resort is a pet boarding facility that opened next to Vancouver International Airport in September 2010. â€”by Matthew Hoekstra

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Loblaw Properties West Inc. is planning a $3.5 million renovation of its No. 3 Road Superstore location. City hall granted the company a building permit for the work two months ago, but itâ€™s not clear when the work will begin or if the storeâ€™s ground-floor businesses will be impacted. In a statement Wednesday, the company said it was â€œunable to comment at this time as we have not finalized the plans nor timing of this renovation.â€? Superstoreâ€™s parent company Loblaw Companies Ltd. carried out 78 major store renovations in 2011, according to the companyâ€™s annual report. Loblaw boasts 584 corporate and 462 franchised stores in Canada, according to its website.

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EDITORIAL: Time for a change to B.C. pot laws Marijuana reform advocates hope Washington and Colorado states’ vote Tuesday to legalize and tax marijuana sales will add momentum to their push for change in B.C. While it’s not yet clear if the U.S. federal government will allow state-by-state legalization of recreational marijuana use – other states already allow medical marijuana sales – the vote has huge implications here. Washington state estimates it would collect $560 million in the first year from a planned 25-percent tax on the sale of licensed,

regulated marijuana through authorized stores. If enacted, this could also cause a partial collapse of B.C.’s estimated $7-billion-a-year illegal pot industry, as growers relocate to the U.S. to avoid the need to smuggle. Recently, the Union of B.C. Municipalities passed a resolution calling for marijuana to be decriminalized. They’d rather pot be regulated and taxed instead, much like alcohol. The U.S. votes are a progressive move toward responsible marijuana use. It’s time for B.C. to take a similar step toward decriminalization, if not

legalization of marijuana. The potential tax revenue and the opportunity to reduce law enforcement costs, and help unclog our court system is too much to pass up. The poll results south of the border sent a message that U.S. drug policies are not working. As Canada’s drug policies follow the U.S. closely, it means ours aren’t working either – it’s time for a change. Sensible B.C., a campaign headed by B.C. marijuana activist and medical pot dispenser Dana Larsen, wants to follow in the footsteps of both Washington campaigners

and B.C.’s successful anti-HST drive. The group aims to get enough signatures on a petition to force a provincial referendum on marijuana decriminalization, through B.C.’s Recall and Initiative Act. The proposed Sensible Policing Act would block B.C. police from spending time or resources on searches, seizures or arrests for simple cannabis possession. It’s time we take our antiquated marijuana laws and follow the lead of our neighbours to the south and let the people decide if it’s time for a change. —Victoria News

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Aside from being talents all in their own rights, they’re all known for their signature moustaches. Moustache November or ‘Movember’ is upon us once again with Mo Bros (and Mo Sistas) across the globe dusting off their crumb catchers in support of men’s health. Movember is a month dedicated to openly talking about men’s health issues and usually centres on prostate and testicular cancers and mental health. Men in BC, generally have poorer health outcomes than women with life expectancy being four to six years shorter for men than women. Often, this is linked to how men and boys are taught to be self-reliant, control their emotions and maintain an image of strength (e.g. denying pain and discomfort). The result is that men are more likely to engage in riskier behaviours and

One of the difficulties for men is that as they age, their nutrition needs change.

less likely to engage in preventative actions linked to health and longevity. For example, men are less likely to visit health care providers, don’t tend to listen to health advice, and rarely return for follow up. The most at risk group are young people who eat poorly, exercise infrequently, and have stressful jobs. Food security dimensions including nutritious, healthy foods play an important role in men’s health. As our parents continue to tell us, eating a diversity of fruits and vegetables has the very real effect of managing and preventing a variety of health-related diseases. In particular, depression, schizophrenia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and Al-

zheimer’s disease have all been shown to be impacted by food. As well, one can increase the protective anti-inflammatory and antioxidant substances by consuming fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains and spices to reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease. Many of these substances are absent from processed foods such as instant noodles, ready to eat and take away meals. One of the difficulties for men is that as we age, our nutrition needs change. It can be harder as we become used to specific lifestyles and ways of eating and as we get older, we start to find that our lifestyles and habits have changed but our eating patterns have stayed the same. For

guys in their 20s and 30s activity levels tend to be higher and there’s more of a need for calories and proteins. Foods such as nuts, dried fruit, cheese and lean proteins (e.g. fish, beans, unsalted nuts and seeds) are great choices. As well, eating 5-6 smaller meals will help stave off hunger. For the 40s, men should start increasing the amount of soluble fibre to reduce the risk of heart disease as it helps to soak up cholesterol – beans, veggies and whole grains are great choices. In your 50s and higher, disease control is the major focus, so eating lots of berries, eggs and dark green veggies prevent degeneration. As well, muscle loss starts to begin an issue so eating lean proteins is

important. Another really effective way to maintain strong and viable men’s health is through regular exercise. Regular exercise, such as walking, running, cycling and swimming are great ways of building the body’s natural levels of antioxidants which helps to prevent the development of cancer and the risk of heart disease. Men’s health is a timely and relevant issue this Movember as men worldwide aim to bring awareness to health issues for guys. If you see these fellas wandering around time, offer them your support and congratulate them on a job well done! And remember, it’s not too late to grow your own ‘lip cap’ and show support for a great cause.

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Honoring those who gave their lives Editor: Every year I participate in honoring those who gave their lives to protect their homelands and their kin and ask myself if I am doing anything to help establish what they died for – peace, and indirectly, justice. On the long and bloody road to reach this “nirvana” on earth, mankind has evolved from throwing spears and rocks at each other, to using horses to carry warfare farther from home, to the present ultimate leap “forward” to employing unmanned, indiscriminate, impersonal, world-circling weapons of mass destruction sent on their way from distant air-conditioned electronic bunkers. Progress! The light of hope in the hearts of so many began to shine after World War l when, largely due to the vision of the United States president, Woodrow Wilson, the League of Nations was born – mankind’s first attempt to create an administrative body with which to resolve its global problems. Regrettably, even Wilson’s own country and others failed to act in unity to support of this fledgling effort; subsequently the globe became embroiled in the travesty of World War ll. The “five great victorious powers” became the controlling powers that established the United Nations and the light of hope for peace in the hearts of an increasing number of the earth’s peoples shone ever more brightly. Those of us still alive believed that the human race had finally learned its lesson - war brings only destruction and wastes human life, the positive creativity of the race, and the precious natural resources of mother earth. Although the UN has made a significant impact on the world, materially and ideologically, it is presently handicapped by disunity and nationalistic self-seeking. Thoughtful people recognize the

need for restructuring the UN in order to increase its effectiveness – but what has to happen before the controlling powers will willingly participate in making the changes which are so clearly needed? WW lll? Our world obviously needs to evolve a “win-win” game plan and is learning that the real “winners” are those that work together and are unified in making efforts to cooperate and assist each other. Besides paying a yearly, one day tribute each year, I believe a “sustained tribute” to the souls of those sacrificed on our journey towards a lasting peace is to daily try to live lives worthy of the trust they placed in us and to do what we can to perfect our governing bodies, and those who elect and serve on them, to change natural self-seeking inclinations into unified action for the good of all people. Merrill Muttart Richmond

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Editor: Richmond Remembrance Day ceremonies were the worst that I have ever attended. The “Last Post” was not identified, neither was the lament. It was not possible to know when the two minutes of silence occurred as there was a lot of dead air space. It was hard to hear much, and impossible for many in the crowds to see much of anything. Large-screen monitors would have helped. I hope next year it is presented in a more professional manner. Linda Walkem Hall Richmond “There are many decisions to make when building a career in real estate; I’m glad I chose RE/MAX. Being backed by quality staff and working alongside other Top Producers of our industry has enhanced my productivity. The RE/MAX brand also adds to the confidence of my clients. If you are considering the business, consider RE/MAX.”

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Editor: In last month’s Richmond Review there was an ad for an SPCA gala which appears to almost be copying the name, etc., of the gala being run by the Richmond Animal Protection Society. It is both shocking and unfortunate that the SPCA continues to compete with the Richmond Animal Shelter which is operated by Richmond Animal Protection Society.

The city shelter, which is run by RAPS, is responsible for abandoned or unwanted animals in Richmond and there are always many looking for homes. The SPCA imports animals from other communities for adoption in Richmond and the cost of running their adoption centre for, it appears, the purpose of competing with RAPS, makes me wonder how they use donations. Keep in mind that they do not accept or care for the unwanted

or surrendered animals in our own community but seem willing to pay a high price for an adoption centre and staff to run it. It’s time for the SPCA to close their adoption centre and stop this confusion. Richmond residents need to support our local animal shelter —run by RAPS—in their work with local animals. B. Johnston Richmond

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ritish Columbia has a ready source of great jobs and careers in technology. Our education programs need to keep up with that demand.”

So says John Leech, executive director of the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of B.C., who explains that, “Every system we rely on—water, roads and transportation, telecommunications and Internet, hydro and natural gas, environment, health, forestry, and many more—utilizes engineering and applied science technology professionals working in the background. B.C.’s telecom and IT, animation and many other sectors produce new careers every month.” Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of B.C., has more than 10,000 members currently working in thousands of careers available to graduates of two-year diploma programs available at the B.C. Institute of Technology and other B.C. colleges and institutes. “Our members enjoy rewarding, well-paid and often recession-proof careers in public service and the private sector alike,” Leech states. “For huge numbers of young

men and women, technology is the answer. In B.C. and across Canada, technology permeates every workplace and job. We need to get capable students involved and engaged in applied sciences and head off workforce shortages by building a B.C. ‘Science and Technology Culture’.” Leech calls on government for renewed efforts to build student skills and confidence in math and science programming. “We especially need to interest young students in science and how things work,” Leech says. “Young students use technology every day – smart phones, iPads and computers. They play video games, even build robots.” Leech lauds the recent “Year of Science” program that encouraged students toward so-called “STEM” subjects—science, technology, engineering and math. Citing the recent $6 million B.C. campaign to encourage careers in trades, Leech urges a similar effort to build awareness of engineering technology education and careers. BC Technology Industries Association employers like Telus and BC Hydro and many smaller technology-rich companies say the single most important

position they now struggle to fill is Specialty Technician/ Technologist. Even the Canadian Council of Chief Executives expressed concern that only 37 per cent of 16- to 18-year-olds were interested in taking even one post-secondary course in sciences, according to a recent Angus Reid survey. Leech says the opportunities for those seeking work in the technology field are considerable given a wave of retirements of present-generation B.C. technology professionals that is already underway. “Half of our membership is now middle-aged at 45-plus, and 22 per cent are over age 55!” he says. “Every region of B.C. shows growing demand,” Leech says. “New two-year technology diploma programs are still needed in the north and central B.C. However, young people are investing to travel so they can earn the necessary tech qualifications.” It would appear their investment is a smart move, as it will result in a broad range of career opportunities. Industries in all regions of B.C. support programs for local trainees to fill engineering and applied science technologist, technician and technical specialist positions.

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Earlier this year, we announced a 10-year, $1.8-billion plan to help build a better Vancouver International Airport for B.C. In this edition of YVR Insider, we’re checking in on what improvements are underway to help keep YVR competitive and an economic engine for our region and province.

Construction is underway on YVR’s A and B Piers, home to WestJet’s domestic operations. Slated for completion in 2015, the expanded facility will feature entirely upgraded gates and waiting areas, plus a luxury pay-per-use lounge, art installations and new shops and restaurants. The Airport Authority’s team of engineers is also busy developing a new high-speed baggage system, which will help passenger luggage transit from one end of the terminal to the other in half the time it takes today. To help connecting passengers get to their gates as quickly as their bags, more than 700 metres of secure corridors and moving walkways are also planned. General infrastructure improvements are scheduled, too. These include upgrades to the original 1968 Domestic Terminal Building, airside paving and work on YVR’s dyke and drainage systems. As competition from other airports increases, these improvements will help ensure that YVR is the gateway airport of choice – keeping jobs and economic benefits right here in our community.

MAINTENANCE ON THE SOUTH RUNWAY

Keeping our airport safe YVR’s south runway will now close one night per month for maintenance upgrades. Crews will use this time to make pavement repairs, upgrade lighting and replace some of the 6,000-odd lights that illuminate YVR’s airfield. Closures are scheduled for the first Wednesday of every month, from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. During this time, the north runway will be used for arrivals and departures as required. Thanks for your support as we maintain high safety standards at YVR. More information on our runway operations is available at www.yvr.ca.

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Ask the Experts

Our family really enjoys the lure of our wood-burning fireplace. What can we do to ensure safe and responsible fires?

Q: How does sound travel to the brain? A:

The most important thing a home owner could do is ensure their wood-burning fireplace is swept, cleaned and have a visual inspection yearly to ensure there are not any blockages, creosote build-up or deficiencies that could increase the risk of chimney fires. Having proper hearth extensions in front of the fireplace along with a spark screen that properly covers or closes will ensure that embers stay inside the firebox. Also, a good set of hearth tools and grate will allow safe addition or adjustment of logs while burning. Responsible wood-burning should include using only properly dried wood and not burning paper, garbage, overly wet wood, or treated wood as these items can increase the build-up of creosote in the chimney, deteriorate the firebrick and flue liner, plus add unpleasant pollutants and smoke in the air. Finally, please make sure that you dispose of the ash in a manner that is safe too. Hot embers can re-ignite if proper measures are not taken. This year we have noticed an increased interest in wood-burning solutions with a focus on high-efficient inserts and stoves. If you are interested in learning more about keeping your wood-burning fireplace safe or wishing to add a high-efficient insert, please stop by our showroom and we’d be happy to discuss your options.

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The inner anatomy is shaped with curves and twists, each one for a specific purpose. Once in the canal sound bounces to the ear drum (tympanic membrane) which begins vibrating. These vibrations are then ‘felt’ by the three smallest bones in the body which are a connection to the fluid filled circles of the cochlea (the hearing organ). The moving fluid causes thousands of minute hair cells to move. Their movement causes the nerve nearby to create the electrical impulses to travel along the auditory nerve to the ‘sound’ area of the brain for the interpretation of the words. A Very complex and sophisticated mechanism for one of our most important senses!

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arts & entertainment Richmond Music Fest gala concert The most outstanding performers at the Richmond Music Festival will perform at a gala concert Saturday, Nov. 24. The concert will feature musicians selected by festival adjudicators, who’ve been evaluating local music students’ talent this month as part of the annual festival. The festival is a competitive venue for young music students in piano, voice, strings, guitar and woodwinds. Evaluating the students this year are Joseph Ferretti (piano), Paolo Bortolussi (woodwinds), Robert Rozek (strings), Joe Berarducci (piano), Bruce Vogt (piano), Nikolai Maloff (piano), Diane King (voice) and Bruce Clausen (Guitar). The gala itself is also a com-

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petition, as a panel of three judges will award three top prizes, donated by the Richmond Music Festival and Tom Lee Music. The gala begins at 7 p.m. at Richmond Chinese Baptist Church, 10311 Albion Rd. Tickets, $10, can be reserved by calling 778-5740131.

glican Church, 7260 St. Albans Rd. Tickets, $10, available at worldofmusicandarts.com or at the door (cash only). Proceeds go to B.C. Cancer Foundation.

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Gateway Theatre will present the world premiere of Winners and Losers on the Studio B stage Nov. 22 to Dec. 1. The play, created and performed by Marcus Youssef and James Long, was one of three plays featured in Gateway’s SceneFirst 2012 script development project. The play is a staged conversation between the two actors, who play a game they’ve created called Winners and Losers. Tickets, $30 to $38, are at gatewaytheatre.com or call 604270-1812.

Faculty at Richmond’s World of Music and Arts will join musical forces with Vancouver Community College’s Madrigal Singers on Sunday to raise funds for the B.C. Cancer Foundation. Anna Vavilova, director of Steveston’s World of Music and Arts music school, will direct the evening of song, piano, violin and guitar, featuring famous masterpieces by Chopin and Brahms. The concert begins at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 18 at St. Albans An-

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Yes, that is possible. The first thing to know is that a minimum of 20% is required for downpayment when purchasing a rental property. In regards to qualifying for the new purchase in most cases we are able to use the potential rental income to ‘offset’ the new mortgage payment. The potential rental income would be determined by an appraisal of the home. The appraisal would confirm not only the value of the property but also the economic rental valuation - which in simple terms means the rent the appraiser calculates can be charged for the property. By having the rental income there to offset the potential mortgage payment it allows you to qualify for a higher purchase, which gives you the flexibility to look through more options of real estate. Please give us a call and we can help you determine your maximum purchase amount. Chad & Tom

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It depends on the gum. It has been shown in studies that chewing gum does help remove some of the plaque which accumulates on our teeth. That’s obviously a good thing. Part of the reason is the gum shoves the plaque off parts of the teeth but a greater benefit is the stimulation of saliva, which neutralizes some of the acid in the plaque and rinses it away. However, “four out of five dentists” recommend sugarless gum for obvious reasons. (I’ve always wondered who those fifth dentists are and where they went to dental school?) There is, however, really good evidence that gum with xylitol (a natural “sugarless” sweetener) will dramatically reduce new cavity formation. It also seems to reverse decay already present. Bacteria metabolize sucrose (the standard sweetener in most gum and candy) into an acid compound as does sorbitol (a sucrose-free sweetener) although it produces less acid. Xylitol is not metabolized by oral bacteria very well, and virtually no acid is produced. A University of Michigan study in the 1990’s compared 1,227 public school kids in Belize for over three years. They were 9 to 11 years old and their teachers supervised the use of gum three to five times a day. The gums were sweetened with either sucrose, sorbitol or xylitol. One group of kids went without any gum. Dentists examined all the kids before the study and again at 16, 28 and 40 months. At 28 months, the group who chewed the xylitol sweetened gum did not develop new cavities. They also had re-mineralized some old cavities. The sorbitol group showed an increase in cavities. The kids who were without gum had a higher rate of cavity development and the sucrose group showed the highest increase in cavities. Another study by the same group on 6 year olds showed even better results. So, I would recommend gum chewers get the xylitol sweetened variety. Maybe then we can get those one out of five dentists on board with the rest of us.

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Q: Christmas is coming up quickly. I was

The Mint has issued quite a number of Christmas items: Starting with the annual Christmas set, which contains the penny up to twoonie with a special quarter featuring Santa and presents. Priced at $19.95 it is one of our best sellers. Next is a silver $20 coin featuring Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer. It is packaged in an attractive folder and is only $24.95. A $10 coin showing a family of skaters is only $69. Two new crystal Xmas coins, Snowstorm and Snowflake continue their annual series. They are priced at $114.95. Finally, with a religious motif, there is a $20 coin of the three Wise Men. This is an extremely attractive coin, and is priced at $114.95. For those of you who plan on giving more of a precious metal type of gift, we carry a wide range of gold coins, ranging from small to large, and a price range from $119.95 to $3,000. In silver we have a new item: a one ounce silver bar manufactured by Johnson Matthey. These bars are spectacular looking. The current price of these bars is $36 but this does fluctuate based on silver price.

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The holidays are upon us and it is more of a challenge to stay healthy during this busy and stressful season. A few things will help: • Don’t drink too much alcohol • Limit the amount of sweets • Drink plenty of water • Get enough sleep • Maintain your exercise level • Gargle with mouthwash or warm salt water, nightly • Take extra vitamins like Vit D3, a good quality multivitamin and Omega 3 fish oils • Eat enough fruits and vegetables • Don’t stress yourself – say “no” if you are feeling overwhelmed • Most importantly, continue your chiropractic adjustments, as a properly functioning nervous system will help you avoid sickness. Remember, the holiday season should be a time of rest, relaxation and quality time spent with loved ones – not a time of stress and sickness. Slow down, enjoy the holidays and take care of yourself. Enjoy the upcoming holidays from Minoru Chiropractic.

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Charlotte Diamond to welcome holiday season with concert Richmond’s own Charlotte Diamond will be at Lansdowne Centre mall Saturday, Nov. 24 to perform her annual free Christmas concert. The show—a tradition for the longtime children’s singer since 1995—begins at 1 p.m. For this year’s show, Diamond will be joined by her son Matt on electric guitar and Bob Wishinski on keyboards. Families can expect to hear seasonal favourites and songs from her latest album 24 Carrot Diamond: The Best of Charlotte Diamond—a collection of 24 of her best known songs from the past 25 years. Among the songs

on the album, easily recognizable to fans: “I am a Pizza,” “La Bamba,” “Octopus (Slippery Fish),” “Dicky Dinosaur” and “Four Hugs a Day.” Diamond, a former junior high school teacher, began singing and writing songs when her own kids came along. She developed a preschool music program, which led to performances at her children’s parent-participation preschool. Word spread and soon Diamond was out with her own independently-released album. She now has 13 albums to her credit. The free Nov. 24 concert takes place at Lansdowne Centre’s Kiosk Court at 1 p.m.

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#1) Before showering, always run the fan. Keep it on for the entire shower & for ½ hour after. This helps remove moisture levels. #2) After showering, squeegee down the walls and shower door. Remove all wet items, like towels from the bathroom. #3) Look for, and completely remove older, loose caulking. Apply new caulk and grout, while sealing grout lines with grout sealant. Always use protective eye wear, a mask, gloves and keep the fan on while you work. #4) Clean the dust from your fan cover as needed. Your local hardware store can set you up with all of the tools and products for the job. Drop me an email at HomeInspectorSean@gmail.com, give me a call or check out my blog for other home maintenance tips.

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I am having problems falling and staying sleep. What natural alternatives are there to traditional sleeping pills?

I generally separate natural sleeping aids into two different categories; products that induce drowsiness, and products that relax your body and mind. Many people who have experimented with natural sleeping aids have tried supplements that induce drowsiness. Examples of these products include melatonin, 5-HTP (an amino acid that is involved in the synthesis of tryptophan, which is what we release when we eat turkey), and valerian root. This category of products tend to be more helpful for acute sleep issues such as jet lag, shift work, or infrequent sleep difficulties. One product in this category that I recommend is AOR Ortho-Sleep, which contains GABA, theanine, 5-HTP, melatonin, valerian, passionflower, and lemonbalm to induce drowsiness.

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Just one! Our region’s largest, longest-running charitable blanket and warm clothing collection begins Nov. 26. The Realtor’s Care Blanket Drive collects enough gently used blankets, sleeping bags, warm clothing, and new socks/underwear to help protect about 20,000 vulnerable people in our region from the cold, wet winter. Of the 35 charities in the region that benefit from the REALTORS Care® Blanket Drive, the Richmond Salvation Army is amongst those that receive a significant volume. “Without the donations from the Blanket Drive, we would not be able to provide essential clothing and blankets to many families in our community,” said Major Mary Smith, pastor, and the demand becomes greater each year, especially where children are concerned.” “It’s important for us to have a surplus of clothing and blankets to hand out, which we get from the REALTORS Care® Blanket Drive,” said Karen Young, Director of Development. “These and other donations offer hope to the people we help, since it shows that someone cares about them.” Donations stay within the communities in which they are donated, or if the volumes are too large, go to charities in greatest need in neighbouring communities. Since 1995, the Blanket Drive has supported at least 185,000 people. Just one donation will help someone in your community stay warm. Call me, and I’ll gladly pick up.

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health

Behind Richmond Hospital’s operating room doors involves surgery. That’s when our team of talented surgeons is called upon to care for you. Our orthopedic surgeons are among the best in the business. Dr. Thomas Lu is Richmond Hospital’s expert on hand surgery, orthopedic sports trauma and joint replacement. Dr. Fay Leung is our surgical specialist when it comes to shoulder reconstruction, and her work is sought after by patients beyond our community. And if it is your foot or ankle that requires complex reconstruction, Dr. Erik Calvert is well known for his ability to perform procedures that will get you back on the road to recovery. We are also pleased to have Dr. Daniel Rapoport and Dr. Kiara Hennesey working in Richmond Hospital’s urology department. Dr. Rapoport is B.C.’s central referral expert on female and male reconstructive urology surgery—urologists from all around B.C. seek his expertise when they run into challenges. Dr. Hennesey is among the first in the province to perform partial laparoscopic kidney surgery, allowing part of a patient’s kidney to be preserved to function, instead of being removed entirely. New to Richmond, Dr.

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hile many know Richmond Hospital offers a range of important health care services, it’s lesser known that it’s also home to an advanced team of specialty surgeons who are among the best and brightest in the province.

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specialty surgeons, longtime surgeons such as Dr. Gordon Houston have been providing exceptional surgical care to our community for years. We are also especially fortunate to have Dr. Nam Nguyen,

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Dr. Sharadh Sampath is head of the Department of Surgery at Richmond Hospital.

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Steveston dads climb Kilimanjaro

Three Lord Byng elementary school fathers reached the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro in support of the Summits of Hope fundraiser for the B.C. Children’s Hospital. Now organizers are hoping to line up others who are ready to do the same next year for an amazing cause. Steveston’s Gord Denhoed, vice president of the Summits of Hope, along with Don O’Toole and Dave MacNeil, whose children attend Lord Byng Elementary, made the successful climb last month. The school raised nearly $1,000 for the B.C. Children’s Hospital, with students bringing in loose change which totaled $465.29, an amount matched by

the school’s parent advisory council. Lord Byng’s students watched the successful effort live via web updates in their classrooms, and used the climbing effort as an education tool. The Summits of Hope was founded in 1999 by Russ Barstow, and has raised more than $2 million for the children’s hospital. The fundraiser’s slogan, “Everyone has a mountain to climb”, means much to Barstow, whose cousin Ben was diagnosed with cancer at the age of two and succumbed three years later. “I always think of Ben when I climb. Ben’s attitude as he battled cancer taught me how to triumph through adversity. He was the toughest person I ever met,” he said. Barstow’s dream is to have a national organization that raises funds to help children like his cousin Ben. —by Martin van den Hemel

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The 17th annual Coats for Kids campaign is coming to Richmond and the rest of the Lower Mainland, with drop-off locations at 38 member companies at 64 locations in 14 municipalities. The campaign, organized by the Greater Vancouver Home Builders Assocation, is in support of the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau, an outreach group helping provide

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VW goes the hybrid route for new Jetta by Jim Robinson Special to Black Press

ot content with offering affordable low consumption gasoline and diesel cars; Volkswagen has added a third option with the 2013 Jetta Hybrid.

You would think a small displacement diesel and gas vehicle would be enough for the fuel efficiency conscious, but Volkswagen is convinced increasing numbers of buyers feel some form of hybrid should be their next choice. On top of that, VW believes buyers will accept paying about $4,000 more over the Jetta 2.5-litre because of the perceived fuel savings over the longer term. So the next question you might ask, and I did, was why not go all out with a diesel hybrid? VW said they have looked at it but the extra cost of a hybrid and a diesel is more of a premium that consumers are currently willing to pay. A 1.4-litre inline four-cylinder turbo direct injection gasoline engine producing 150 hp and 184 lb/ft of torque powers the Jetta Hybrid. This is combined with a 20 kW (27 hp, 114 lb/ft) electric motor for a total 170 hp and the same 184 lb/ft of torque. According to VW, the Jetta Hybrid uses

about 20 per cent less fuel than an equivalently sized sedan with a gasoline engine. In city stop/go driving that goes up to about 30 per cent. In pure electric mode that Jetta Hybrid can hit up to 60-70 km/h and travel up to 2.0 km depending on driving conditions. The hybrid system borrows technology from the Touareg Hybrid CUV using a clutch that decouples the gasoline engine when in electric mode or “coasting”. Besides regenerative power being routed back the battery when braking, when the driver lifts off the accelerator at speeds up to 100 km/h and coasts, this also serves to provide power to the lithium-ion battery. The 220-volt lithium-ion battery is located under the rear seat and weighs 163 lb. By watching the weight, the Jetta Hybrid comes in at just 221 lb more than the standard sedan. Even the seven-speed dual clutch transmission is trimmed down in size and weight. The Jetta is a pretty peppy performer. Handling is always a VW virtue; the Hybrid being no exception with my co-driver commenting the electric steering did not have a “wooden” feel. Despite all the different ways of minding your consumption, I found the Power Meter more than sufficient. Cruising along the highway and watching how the battery’s boost would phase in and out helped me, in

With the 2013 Jetta Hybrid, Volkswagen is the only automaker in North America offering a choice of affordable gasoline, diesel or hybrids with the Comfortline model (shown) starting at $28,875.

the short time I drove the car, modulate my right foot to get more from the system. When it arrives in Canadian showrooms early next year, the Jetta Hybrid will be offered in Trendline ($27,875), Comfortline ($30,175) and Highline ($34,025) trim levels. The Jetta still boasts the biggest interior passenger volume in the compact segment and, despite the battery back intruding into the trunk, cargo volume is still adequate at 11.3 cu ft. There is no doubt electrification of the automobile is no longer a novelty but part of the route to greener, cleaner transportation. With the Hybrid added to the gasoline and diesel Jetta lineup, Volkswagen is on the right road to that goal.

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JX is Infiniti’s ‘right-sized’ seven-passenger SUV by Neil Moore Special to Black Press

rior to the spring launch of Infiniti’s 2013 JX, I questioned the company’s need for yet another allwheel-drive utility vehicle.

At the bottom end, Infiniti offers the sporty EX crossover that starts at $40K. It’s nimble and fun to drive, but offers little in the way of cargo room. Next up is the FX, which is one of the more fetching CUVs in its segment. But it’s pricey, at more than $53K to start, and comes up short on cargo capacity. The flagship QX SUV, on the other hand, is cavernous inside, but tips the scales—perhaps crushes them —at a whopping 2,656 kg (5,855 lbs). What I’m getting at, is there’s a hole in the company lineup about the size of an Infiniti JX, arguably the most practical and best value of the bunch. It’s a seven seater, like the QX, but without battleship proportions. The JX gives up about a foot in length and seven inches in height when compared to its larger sibling, but more importantly, does so at a far more reasonable starting price. The JX starts at $44,900, and even with the $5,000 premium package (which adds a pile of useful tech and is expected to be the volume seller), it hits a sweet spot that should attract many premium SUV buyers. In particular from competitors like the Acura MDX, which starts at $53,190, and the optional three-row Q7 at $58,200. The JX provides more interior volume than both and tops each of them in second- and third-row leg room. Practicality, as much as a long list of premium amenities, is why many buyers opt for mid-size luxury SUVs, and in these areas the JX does not disappoint. Up front, occupants enjoy loads of room in all directions from their wide, power adjustable seats that are both heated and option-

ally cooled. The driver is treated to additional lumbar support, as well as a heated steering wheel with power tilt/ telescopic adjust. I also appreciate the standard leather upholstery, but as temperatures drop, I’m thankful for the electric warmth on my hands and backside. Such features are a tonic as you emerge each morning from a toasty home and into a cold metal box. Second-row passengers also ride in comfort, with plenty of head and leg room, along with available heated seats. The latter feature comes as part of the Deluxe Touring Package ($2,700). The third row is less commodious, but thanks to 14-cm seat travel up front, my five-foot-nine frame was fairly comfortable. At least for short trips. This 50/50 split folding bench is reasonably well padded, and reclines. And getting back there doesn’t require the flexibility of a gymnast, as the 60/40 second row gets well out of the way in a single motion. Raise a lever and the seatpan flips up to allow the entire row to move further forward than you’d expect. Blind spot intervention is brilliant when you’re parked between two family barges – as I so often am. Rather than backing out slowly and hoping for the best, this system will warn you of oncoming traffic, and even clamp on the brakes if needed. The engine, although not as much a story as this vehicle’s electronic wizardry, is more than up to the task of delivering passengers and cargo smoothly and briskly to their destination. Infiniti’s 3.5-litre DOHC V6 (265 hp and 248 lb/ ft of torque) is a proven performer. Step on the gas, particularly in “Sport” mode, and the JX reacts quickly, and with the linear acceleration that is common to CVT powertrains. The 2013 Infiniti JX is as stylish as it is comfortable and practical. The company has done its homework with this vehicle, and for those mid-size SUV buyers also doing theirs, it will probably be on the shortlist.

Infiniti JX35 AWD crossover DRIVE METHOD: front-engine, all-wheel-drive ENGINE: 3.5-litre DOHC V6 (265 hp, 248 lb/ft of torque) TRANSMISSION: Continuously Variable Transmission with Sport, Eco, Normal, Snow modes FUEL ECONOMY: 11.5/8.5/10.2L/100 km (city/ hwy/combined) CARGO: max 2,166 L PRICE: base $44,900, Premium Package $5,000, Theatre Package $2,300, Deluxe Touring Package $2,700, Technology Package $3,500, as tested $58,400

Infiniti’s new seven-seat 2013 JX crossover offers best-in-class interior volume, and wears some of the company’s signature design cues like a double-arch grille and ‘wave’ design hood. 18- or 20-inch aluminum wheels complete the premium look.

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Blues move up to top tier Unselfish play is defining Bantam’s success by Don Fennell Sports Editor The Richmond Blues won the 2012 Tim Jardine Bantam AAA Hockey Showcase Tournament Sunday at the Ladner Leisure Centre. But it wasn’t only winning all six of their games that raised the eyebrows of head coach Phil Alalouf. Every defenceman on the A1 team scored a goal and every player earned a point. “We have a couple of guys with the potential to be drafted (in the Western Hockey League’s annual Bantam Draft in June) but the core of the group are consistent, solid players who work very well together and understand their roles,” said Alalouf. “No one on the team has to save the day and there’s no animosity. At the end of the day it’s what’s best for the team.” Alalouf proudly points to an example of unselfish-

Richmond Blues celebrate their gold-medal victory Sunday at the Tim Jardine Bantam AAA Hockey Showcase Tournament in Ladner.

ness demonstrated by one of the Blues’ most skilled players—Andrew Kemp. “Andrew had two goals in one of the games and was going in on a twoon-one with Owen Eagles with about a minute remaining,” he said. “Clearly he could have gone to the net and got his hat trick,

but instead he dished the puck off to Owen to try and get him a goal. To me that’s character.” Eagles wound up scoring in the Blues’ final game, a 6-2 victory over the Vancouver Thunderbirds. Richmond twice defeated the Seafair Islanders in the tournament, 5-1 in the

opener and 4-3 in their fifth game. In between they outscored the Thunderbirds 5-1, North Delta 5-2 and Cloverdale 11-1. By going 7-0-1 in tiering round play, Richmond earned a promotion to play this season in the Paciific Coast Amateur Hockey Association’s top tier.

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Weber guides Team BC to Challenge Cup

Fencing centrestage Fencing will be centre stage this weekend as the Dynamo Fencing Club hosts 800 athletes in the national championships at the Richmond Olympic Oval. Don Fennell file photo

Seafair grad Glenn Gawdin shines on ice by Don Fennell

Friendship Tour comes to town The U.S. Senior Women’s Curling Association Friendship Tour stopped in Richmond last Tuesday as part of a 12-day visit to B.C. Sixteen women from 11 states make up the team, which played four games against teams from the Richmond Ladies Curling Club. So far, the U.S. team has played against teams from seven clubs throughout the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. Their visit to the Richmond Curling Club began with all the participating teams being piped onto the ice, in true Scottish tradition, to the tunes of a local bagpiper.

A team of 16 U.S. curlers from 11 states played members of the Richmond Ladies Curling Club in a series of “friendlies” last Tuesday in Richmond.

in hockey if he continues to push himself and strive for nothing but his best effort.” Sports Editor Team BC’s success also further raised the The first Western Canada U16 Challenge profile of Weber, who has been coaching Cup in 2009 featured four at the high-performance of the top eight players level for the last decade selected in this year’s NHL and was an assistant with draft. the 2009 provincial unThe 2012 event, held last der-16 team. week in Calgary, included A common trait among similar top-end prospects his teams is preparation, who may be destined to which was abundant on follow suit—including the 2012 squad. Richmond’s Glenn Gawd“Right from pre-stage in. through to the gold medal “He was great,”said Team game our team grew, not BC head coach Ryan Weonly on the ice but also off ber, who guided the proit,” said Weber. RYAN WEBER vincial team to a 9-3 victory “When the event finally over Alberta in the tournament final. arose the entire team was prepared to win “Not only did (Gawdin) bring his A a gold medal. We knew going in that we game on the ice, but provided strength had a great roster with some very highand leadership off it,” said Weber, a fellow end talent, but unless everyone showed Richmond resident. “He was the recipient up ready to compete on a shift-by-shift of the player-of-the-game award versus basis then we weren’t going to be sucSaskatchewan in which he pocketed two cessful. So I feel our ultimate strength third period goals on our way to a 4-1 became our ability to play 60 minutes of victory and was also instrumental on our high-paced hockey.” first line being successful, our powerplay Weber was proud to see four different clicking when we needed it most, and players win player-of-the-game awards. provided some hard work on our penalty He said it showed how all the players comkill. Glenn is going to have a bright future mitted to giving their best to the team.

SCHOOL REGISTRATION for September 2013 Commencing January 14th, 2013 registration for September 2013 will be accepted at Richmond Elementary Schools. Children who will be five (5) on or before December 31, 2013 are eligible for entry into Kindergarten. The school district offers parents the following program options for their children: • English (K-7 entry at your neighbourhood school) • Early French Immersion (K-1 entry at Anderson, Bridge, Dixon, Gilmore, Homma, Mitchell, Whiteside) • Late French Immersion (Gr. 6 entry at Diefenbaker, McNeely, Whiteside) • Montessori (K-4 entry at Garden City, McKinney, Steves) 1) Kindergarten registration occurs at the neighbourhood school between January 14, 2013 and February 4, 2013. Registration forms must be completed in person by the parent or legal guardian. After February 4, 2013 all registrations will take place at the School District Office. 2) If applying for Early or Late French Immersion or Montessori, the parent or legal guardian must also obtain from the neighbourhood school, at the time of registration, an Alternate Programs Application Form. This form must be dropped off in person at the Richmond School District Central Registration Oﬃce (7811 Granville Avenue) between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:00 pm January 14 – February 4, 2013. Access to the French Immersion and Montessori programs is through a district-wide draw process with sibling priority (siblings must be in the same program at the same school and at the same time).

Information meetings for parents will be held as noted below: KINDERGARTEN PARENT EVENINGS: Tuesday, January 8 at 7:00 pm at McNeely Elementary Wednesday, January 9 at 7:00 pm at Cook Elementary EARLY FRENCH IMMERSION KINDERGARTEN / GR.1 PARENT EVENING: Thursday, December 6 at 7:00 pm at Mitchell Elementary LATE FRENCH IMMERSION (GR.6) PARENT EVENING: Tuesday, December 4 at 7:00 pm at Diefenbaker Elementary MONTESSORI KINDERGARTEN - GR.4 PARENT EVENING: Thursday, January 17 at 7:00 pm at Garden City Elementary KINDERGARTEN EVENING FOR PARENTS OF STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: Wednesday, January 23 at 7:00 pm at Diefenbaker Elementary For further information, please consult the district website at

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IMPORTANT DATES TO NOTE • January 14: At 8:00 am, neighbourhood schools: a) Begin accepting for the 2013/2014 school year kindergarten registrations. b) Distribute Alternate Program applications for Early/Late French Immersion and Montessori. c) Alternate Program Applications accepted at Richmond School District – Central Registration Office. • January 21: Schools accept transfer applications at 8:00 am • February 4: Deadline (4:00 pm) for application forms for Early/Late French Immersion and Montessori to be received at the School District Central Registration Office. • February 12: District wide draws take place for Early/Late Immersion and Montessori. • March 1: Deadline (4:00 pm) for parents to confirm acceptance of the placement assigned through the district-wide draw for Alternate Programs. • March 1: Deadline (4:00 pm) for parents to submit transfer applications to schools. • March 14: Letters mailed to parents advising them of the status of their child’s transfer application. • June 14: Deadline (4:00 pm) for parents to submit kindergarten registrations at neighbourhood schools for guaranteed school entry in September. Students registered after this date may have to be placed at a school other than their neighbourhood school. DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED AT TIME OF REGISTRATION AT NEIGHBOURHOOD SCHOOL 1) Original birth certificate for the child (translated by a notary public if not in English) 2) Proof of status in Canada (1 of the following for each student and parent): - Permanent Resident Card, - Citizenship Card, or - Canadian Birth Certificate 3) Proof of Richmond residence (1 of the following): - Current property tax notice, - Formal rental or lease agreement, - Signed Contract of Purchase and Sale with the possession date and subjects removed, or - Confirmation of Residency form with the owner’s current property tax notice) 4) Immunization record for the child. Note: School entry boosters are required for Kindergarten. Contact Richmond Health Services for further information (604-233-3150).

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O’Shea backstops T-Birds to No. 1

Richmond keeper earned clean sheets in every match at nationals by Don Fennell Sports Editor Luke O’Shea’s ability to focus may be one of his greatest, yet most underrated skills. Tending goal for the University of B.C. Thunderbirds men’s soccer team, which doesn’t give up a lot of shots, it would be easy for his mind to wander. And that could spell disaster in a sport where goals are typically at a premium. But O’Shea, a graduate of the Richmond youth program, relishes the challenge. And combined with his natural athleticism and leadership, he played a key role in the

Thunderbirds winning the national championship Sunday at TelusUniversite Laval Stadium where they blanked the Cape Breton Capers 1-0 in the gold-medal final. “It was awesome, a dream come true,” said O’Shea, who is enrolled in the Sauder School of Business. “We knew we had a really good team (16-0-3) and if we played our game we had a really good shot.” The Thunderbirds play an aggressive style that often includes their defenders moving up to try to force the opposition to turn the ball over. It’s a tactic that has obviously worked in their favour,

but could lead to oddman rushes against. But fortunately, he says, the defenders are good at preventing the counter attack. “Still I’ve got to be focused the whole game because I get such few shots,” O’Shea said. “In the final I faced one shot at the end of the game. It’s hard when you get no action and then have to be able to come out for two crosses at the end. You have be mentally prepared for whatever shots come your way.” O’Shea didn’t become a full-time goalkeeper until he started playing once in a while for Clive Clarke’s Richmond Madrid team.

Now, he loves the position and being in a position to be a difference maker. “I had a lot of coaches in Richmond youth including Clive, Mike Quinn, Doug Long and Jason Jordan who believed in me and thought I could go far as a keeper,” he said. “I like the fact that as a keeper it comes down to you to make the saves. I always say if you don’t let anything in, you can’t lose.” Outside of winning the North American championship playing for Jordan with Coastal FC in his senior year of high school—when he was also selected tournament MVP—O’Shea said winning the national university title is the highlight of his soccer career. “Being ranked No. 1 in the nation is a huge accomplishment,” said O’Shea, who posted shutouts in each of the Thunderbirds’ three games and was selected the top goalkeeper of the tournament.

Yan Doublet photo Richmond’s Luke O’Shea, playing for the UBC Thunderbirds, reaches for the ball against Laval during the Canadian university men’s soccer championship played last weekend in Laval. UBC defeated Cape Breton 1-0 in the final game.

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Raiders in final Richmond Raiders will play host to North Delta in the provincial nine-man Bantam football championship 2 p.m. Sunday at Minoru Park. The Raiders reached the title game with a come-from-behind 12-7 win over Vancouver last weekend. Jacob Tubajon scored the winning points on a 10-yard touchdown with under five minutes to play. It’s the first time Richmond has played for a provincial title since 2001 when the Midget Raiders won. Richmond’s Atom Division team will also host a semifinal playoff versus North Delta at noon, while its Junior Bantam team kicks off the GSL league playoffs on the North Shore. –by Don Fennell

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UDI hands out Awards for Excellence

ParkLane honoured for River District The Urban Development Institute – Pacific Region hosted its biennial Awards for Excellence last month, which recognized amazing development projects from across British Columbia. Among the winners was ParkLane Homes’ River District Centre, which won the Best Outside the Box award. “Our goal with River District Centre was to take a unique approach to community building. We wanted this building to become a neighbourhood hub, and just a year after opening, we couldn’t be happier with the results we see today,” says ParkLane COO Ben Taddei. “Our team thanks

the Urban Development Institute and congratulates all the winners and nominees for their continued dedication to innovative and sustainable development in B.C.” Other winners at the awards included Bosa Properties and Adera. “I think all the award winners and nominees can take great pride in what the development industry has accomplished these past two years,” says UDI President and CEO Anne McMullin. “The contribution from our industry sustains a healthy urban fabric and a strong B.C. economy.” The full list of winners is available on www.udi.bc.ca.

A host of amazing details

Elegance can be found at Emaar’s Wills Creek By Kerry Vital

Emaar Properties Canada is building on their reputation for amazing homes with Wills Creek, a townhome development in South Surrey’s rapidly growing community of Morgan Creek. Emaar is known for building beautiful homes, and this project is no different. “There is not a building out there that will beat our quality,” says sales manager Enrica Paris. The spacious townhomes, ranging from 2,158 to 4,700 square feet, feature Craftsman-style architecture, with cedar-shingled roofs, coarse granite stone cladding and herringbone brick pavers on the patio and sidewalks. Inside, the rich hardwood flooring throughout the main level is one of the first things you notice. The 10-foot vaulted ceilings in most plans are another feature that contribute to the spacious feel of your new home. Huge windows let the light in, while the oversized doors maximize the space. The kitchens are elegant and efficient, with custom-designed Shaker-style cabinetry and a large island finished with a polished granite countertop. That countertop is complemented by a handset textured natural stone backsplash and the under-cabinet and recessed lighting. Stainless-steel appliances are included, along with a stainless-steel canopy range hood from Broan. Moving into the master suite, you feel like you’re entering your own personal oasis. The ensuite bathroom features an oversized soaker tub with a marble deck and a frameless glass walkin shower with a rain shower head. The handset imported glass tiles in the tub and shower surround are chic and lend a touch of class to the proceedings, while the heated tile floor is especially wonderful on cold mornings. The Shaker-style cabinetry continues in here, as well as in the main bathroom. That bathroom also includes its own oversized soaker tub and handset imported porcelain tiles as the tub and shower surround. “We have the lowest price per square foot in the area,” Paris says. “It’s great for everything that is included.” Currently doing presales for its ninth phase, Wills Creek has been very popular with buyers of all types. Paris says most of the people interested in this latest phase is downsizers, but she has also seen first-time buyers coming

“

There is not a building out there that will beat our quality,” says sales manager Enrica Paris. through the show homes. The location has been an important piece of the puzzle. Wills Creek is just moments from Morgan Crossing and Grandview Corners, which offer shopping, leisure and dining. Morgan Creek golf course is also right around the corner. On the property, homeowners have access to a heated outdoor swimming pool, an outdoor hot tub and a 2,000-square-foot amenities centre, The Creek Club. It includes a fitness centre and a multipurpose room. Buyers in this phase will be able to take possession in the summer of 2013. Homes start at $539,900. For more information, visit www.willscreek.ca or call 604-542-8971.

Submitted photos

Wills Creek in South Surrey’s Morgan Creek neighbourhood feature gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout the main floor, above, and gourmet kitchens with stainless-steel appliances and polished granite countertops, top.

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INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.ca

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HARMONY PAINTING INC. 3 Empty Rooms = $299 Plus! Free Estimate 604.247.8888

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

604-653-5928 182

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Specializing in Palm, Tarot Cards, Crystal Ball Readings. Reunites loved ones. One visit will amaze you! Call today for a better tomorrow. Gift certificates for Xmas

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NEW & REPAIR. Bath & Kitch, flrs, tiles, moulding, dry-wall, painting, plumbing, wiring. Job guaranteed. WCB ins. Patrick 778-863-7100.

Call Ian @ 604-724-6373

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

GUTTER CLEANING PERSONAL SERVICES

Physic Healer

Req. for Imperial Paving, a highly respected Lower Mainland Road Building Contractor. Must have a min. 5 years exp. in the road building/civil contracting industry, possess highly developed estimating and organizational skills, and be a strong team player that is self motivated. P.Eng. or E.I.T. designation would be an asset.

ELECTRICAL

GM PARTSMAN

Spiritual F/T INTERMEDIATE / SENIOR ESTIMATOR

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS

Email: lisa@blackpress.ca 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

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

130

HELP WANTED

DOCK ASSOCIATES

Looking for a job that delivers in a big way?

FedEx Freight Canada is opening a brand new state of the art service centre in Surrey and is looking for dock associates. Positions are paid and include benefits and opportunities for advancement. Requirements: t " WBMJE GPSLMJGU DFSUJöDBUF t " IJHI TDIPPM EJQMPNB t 5IF BCJMJUZ UP XPSL B øFYJCMF TDIFEVMF Don’t miss the FedEx Freight Canada and Adecco job fair on November 30 and December 1. For full details and to schedule an interview call Adecco 604-273-8761

SURREY: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood ﬂoors throughout and new roof. $549,000. 604-575-5555.

3-LINE EXAMPLE

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PETS 477

PETS

BRITTANY SPANIEL spayed F, 4 years old, A.K.C. reg. orange/white, great family dog, needs lots of exercise, Call (604)820-0551 after 4pm 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 GERMAN Shepherd pup. Working line. Black female, 6 wks. $700. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602 MINI SCHNAUZER pups. 1st shots, dewormed, tails docked, vet âœ“ $750/ea. Call 604-657-2915. 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 PRESA Canario / Pitt Bull puppies, 2 male, 2 fem. 1st shots/dewormed Ready to go. $400. 778-861-4147

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APARTMENT/CONDOS

LUXURY OCEAN FRONT CONDOS! 2 Bdrm. & 2 Bath Was $850k ~ Now $399,900 Resort Spa Restaurant Golf Marina

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HOMES WANTED

1 Bdrm. from $980 2 Bdrm. from $1200 Great Building Excellent Location Close to Richmond Centre, Canada Line & Much More! On-Site Manager, Pool & Sauna Included.

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Available Immediately. Located in central Richmond, close to all amenities & No. 5 Rd. Rent includes heat and hot water.Sorry no pets.

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 507

533

FERTILIZERS

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

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FURNITURE

707 APARTMENT FURNISHED QUIET Building, large 1 & 2 bdrm apts w/balcony, ht, hw, cable, prkg, locker, elevator, coin laundry, steps to all shops, transit, schools, NS NP Lease RMD 604-241-3772 frm $915.

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MATTRESSES starting at $99 â€˘ Twins â€˘ Fulls â€˘ Queens â€˘ Kings 100â€™s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331 *NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ 604-484-0379

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Rental Housing Conference, Thurs. & Fri. Nov. 22nd & 23rd Bear Mountain Resort, Victoria. Mini-workshops for Residential Landlords & Managers. â€˘ Hoarding â€˘ Tenant Selection â€˘ Insurance â€˘ Financing â€˘ Income Tax â€˘ Energy-Efficiency â€˘ Bedbugs More information visit: romsbc.com/prhc.php. To register, call: 1.888.330.6707

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RICHMOND, Bridgeport/St. Edward 3 Bdrm, 2 full bath main floor. Compl renoâ€™d with hrdwd flrs. Lrg south facing sundeck, lrg storage & lndry, sgl garage. Avail now. $1275. (604)278-7484 or (778)869-7484

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

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

Sell your Car!

RICHMOND. Spacious, newly renod 3 bdrm w/priv. new 2 bdrm ste down. F/P. 8 appls, 3 baths, cov. patio. storage, garage, fenced. Oct 1. N/P. $2450/m. 604-833-2103

752

TOWNHOUSES

RICHMOND, 3 bdrm, 1.5 baths, 2 car prkg, 4700 Francis. N/S N/P. Avail. now. $1550. 604-230-4778

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TOWNHOUSES 2 Bedrm + Den & 3 Bedrms Available Private yard, carport or double garage. Located on No. 1 & Steveston, No. 3 & Steveston. Landscape and maintenance included.

Call 604-830-4002 or 604-830-8246 Website www.aptrentals.net

#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

Sell your vehicle FAST in the highest read community newspapers & largest online sites!

QUEENSGATE GARDENS Conveniently Located Close to schools & public transportation. Spacious 2 & 3 bdrm townhouses. 6 Applâ€™s., balcony, 2 car garage, 2 full baths, gas f/p. 1 Year lease required. No Pets. Professionally Managed by Colliers International Call (604) 314-1169, Edward Jang

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

Warehouse Lien Act

The following will be sold for storage owing to Steveston Harbour Authority Don Van Nguyen Little Linda #372681 $6440.92 Geoff Doyle Ramblin Rose $3588.32 James Darrell Johnson Wendy Maureen #344567 $267.93

All units will be sold by bid on Dec 8, 2012. or if no bids will be disposed as deemed fit. Consumer Bailiffs 2011 604 795 7337 info@repobc.ca Repobc.ca

LiPiteG Time Offer!

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RICHMOND

Kay Ourania McElwain Marial #392202 $15244.14

MISC. FOR SALE

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

RICHMOND, Lindsay Rd. 1 bdrm apt. h/w floors. $900 incl heat/hotwater, prkg. Dec. 1. 604-274-6804

HOMES FOR RENT

RICHMOND Brighouse completely renoâ€™d 4bdrm, 2bath, new appls/furnace. Now. $2000. 778-888-3212.

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RICHMOND #4 & Williams. 2 Bdrm bsmt ste. Avail Nov 15 or Dec 1. NS/NP. Refâ€™s reqâ€™d. $900/mo incl util 604-275-2909 or 604-839-2958.

Visit our website: www.aptrentals.net

ART OBJECTS

ORIGINAL ACRYLIC PAINTINGS FOR SALE. MAKE AN OFFER. CALL: 604-241-9855

810

RICHMOND

To arrange a viewing, call Olga at 604.868.8968

RICHMOND #3/Williams. Large 1 bdrm & den. NP/NS. Avail now. $800/mo + 40% hydro, shared lndry 604-275-3862 or 778-885-1736.

BROADMOOR 3 BDRM UPPER $1500/mo incl hydro. Avail Now. Call: (604)376-4066 604-569-6217

CLIPPER COVE

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RENTALS

SUITES, LOWER

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

$200 Low Flow Toilet Installations $500 on Endless Hot Water

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Richmond 2 bdrm ste, alarm, fncd, nr transit, schl, ns/np $975 incl util Dec 1. 604-720-3945, 273-4166

RICHMOND Shell/Bridgeport 2 bdr gr.lvl, priv ent. $900/mo incl heat & light. Np/Ns. Now. 604-649-9367

1 & 2 Bdrms

Swiss Mountain pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet âœ” dewormed. $500. 604-795-7662

RENTALS

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

kudos

www.richmond.ca/ register

Congratulations to the 26 Richmond dancers from the Nora Pickett Academy of Irish Dance who competed at the Western Canadian Championships of Irish Dance in Calgary last weekend. Left to right: Back row: Halle Nicolaas, Mhairi MacCallum, Lauren Nicolaas, Catalina Gillies, Mikaela Price, Jessica Houston. Middle row: Michael Yap, Olivia Bayers, Catharine Anderson, Morgan Game, Macaela Bradley-Tse, Aishlin Horrobin, Sydney Bayers, Emma Houston, Jessie Hebert, Shannon Game, Tomas McDonald Front row: Jadyn McInnis-Thorpe, Caitlin Bradley-Tse, Mckenna Laing, Emma Bradley-Tse, Josie Strik, Leila Jung, Kyla Froh & Sabine Alexander. Missing from photo: Hanna Smyth

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

Richmond resident Anthony Chan talks to BC Hydro representative Kara Chan about the benefits of energy-efficient lighting at the Canadian Tire in Richmond on Saturday, Nov. 10. LED light bulbs can last approximately 35 to 50 times longer than incandescent lighting. For more on saving energy, visit bchydro.com/ powersmart.

Twenty-five year membership certificates were recently presented to CFUW Richmond members Linda Riesterer, Penny McFarland, and Jane Campbell by Susan Murphy, national President of the Canadian Federation of University Women. Murphy was here to visit the local club and speak about “Advocacy and Action”. She has a long history of intense involvement with CFUW and presently belongs to the Nanaimo club.

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Christmas is just around the corner and we are selling Manila’s Best Fiesta Ham and Fiesta Pina Ham, the perfect ham for Noche Buena. WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING PRE-ORDERS.

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