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Richmond firm flying high after investment from Mark Cuban

VAPOR turns to courts in fight against jet fuel plan

by Martin van den Hemel

Procurify has gone from a few customers to hundreds in 40 countries

by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter

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Billionaire NBA basketball team owner Mark Cuban might have thought twice about being a part of a $1.2 million investment in Richmond-headquartered software startup Procurify if he’d first driven by their Vickers Way offices.

Even if you knew the address to this spend-management solution company, you’d be forgiven for driving past, because there’s literally no sign they’re there.

But the truth of the matter is that Cuban didn’t invest in their offices.

It is the brains behind Procurify, staffed by twenty-somethings, and their potentially game-changing software, that secured his attention and then his money.

Earlier this month, Procurify obtained $1.2 million in funding from Cuban—who owns the Dallas Mavericks—along with Nexus Venture Partners, India’s most successful venture capital fund, and the Business Development Bank of Canada.

The money will be earmarked for growing the 22-strong team, about half of which is from Richmond.

That means they’re looking for local talent, in customer and technical support, who have a zest for excellence.

Procurify’s chief operating officer Ken Loi, co-founder of the firm with Aman Mann and Eugene Dong—who serve as CEO and chief

Staff Reporter formation from anywhere in the world.

The group seeking to quash a B.C. They estimate small to mediumenvironmental assessment report that sized businesses lose $300 billion paves the way for a jet fuel tank farm to annually on such things as misbe built near Watermania and SilverCity, placed expenses. has turned to the courts for help.

One of Procurify’s clients, a busiIn a B.C. Supreme Court petition, VAness owner, said he used to field 50 POR, the local society set up in 2011 to calls a day from people requesting fight the bid by the Vancouver Airport to purchase items and needing Fuel Facilities Corporation, seeks “an orauthorization, said Brittany Whitder that the environmental assessment more, the firm’s director of comof the Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery munications. Now the owner can Project...failed to satisfy the public conapprove the requests from his tabsultation requirements” of the Environlet in just 15 minutes. mental Assessment Act. Over the past 12 months, ProcuriThe society is also seeking an order fy has seen its customer base grow that the assessment report and the from just a few businesses in a few recommendations of the executive dicountries, to hundreds of businessrector....failed to comport with the comes in 40 countries. Its clients have mon law requirements of natural justice from 50 to 1,000 employees, with and procedural fairness.” annual revenues from a few million The court bid also seeks to quash the to hundreds of millions of dollars. environmental assessment certificate.

Cambie secondary grad Herman Retired marine biologist Otto Langer, Chandi, Procurify’s vice-president a director of VAPOR, which stands for of business development, said Vancouver Airport Fuel Project Opposimost of the company’s growth tion for Richmond, said he and the sohas occurred in the last couple of ciety aren’t opposed to the operations months. at Vancouver International Airport, and Procurify managed to get Mark recognize its need for a secure and safe Cuban’s attention by shooting him supply of jet fuel for the airport. an e-mail in October 2012.

VAPOR claims the fuel consortium Much to their shock, he replied “did not seriously look at other more that same week. environmentally-friendly options...they “We thought we were dreaming,” insist it was the cheapest way to get fuel Loi said. to YVR,” and that the public “had no say Loi said the company chose to on selection of this option.” place its headquarters in Richmond Among the things that “went wrong”, in a space that could grow with the Langer noted that notification was company. flawed and the public was “largely igThat decision, Chandi said, has nored.” There was short and poor notice been a blessing for the company, and the 1,500 pages for the public to which has tapped into a lot of Richread made it “impossible” to address in mond-grown talent.

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In a year’s time, they hope to douVEHICLES, MANY He added that consultations were not ble their client base, and extend their UNRESERVED! adequate and not meaningful, and that reach into 100 different countries, all notice was short and advertisements inwhile adding talent to the team. adequate.

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Martin van den Hemel photo Procurify’s Herman Chandi, vice president of business development and Cambie secondary grad, and Ken Loi, co-founder, are all smiles after a recently completed $1.2 million investment in their Richmond-headquartered software startup.

technical officer respectively—told The Review the core vision of the company is to simplify life for every business, regardless of the position a person holds in that business.

Procurify has created a software application that helps businesses manage their day-to-day workflow, everything from helping employees with the time-consuming daily chore of filing expense re-

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The Walled City meets Richmond Greg Girard sets out to create exhibition that includes portrait of Richmond and a former Hong Kong settlement

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t was the 1980s in Hong Kong, and Greg Girard heard about an almost mythical place: a city within a city where 33,000 people lived in an almost lawless area equivalent to a city block.

One day he happened upon it—300 interconnected high-rise buildings constructed without the guidance of architects or inspectors.

“Your mind kind of races to understand what you’re looking at. How can this exist? How does a place like this manage to be allowed in modern Hong Kong?”

It was Kowloon Walled City—a densely-populated and largely unregulated settlement near the end of an airport runway, described by some as a city of organized chaos.

Girard, a photographer, spent five years documenting the city with collaborator Ian Lambot before it was completely demolished in 1994. Their work was published in the book City of Darkness: Life in Kowloon Walled City, a volume of photographs, oral histories, maps and essays that provides an important record of daily life in this architectural phenomenon of a modern international city.

Now Girard is embarking on a new project connecting the Walled City and Richmond. He will be photographing local life for a new Richmond Art Gallery exhibition that will include photographs of Kowloon and Richmond.

“Both Kowloon and Richmond have things in common. To some extent you can say they know each other,” he said in an interview with The Richmond Review.

His new photographs will explore the relationships and networks that link both places, and the exhibition will examine the social and physical trans-

Photographer Greg Girard.

by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Greg Girard photos Kowloon Walled City stood in Hong Kong until it was flattened in 1994. It had been considered the world’s most densely populated settlement, with 33,000 people living in a single city block.

Kowloon meets Richmond formations that take place in a region.

Girard, a Vancouver native, spent 30 years photographing Asia. Travels took him to Tokyo, Hong Kong and Shanghai. Between shooting photographs in the pre-Internet age for magazines like Time, Newsweek and Forbes, Girard has authored four books. Today he’s represented by Monte Clark Gallery in Vancouver and is a contributing photographer for National Geographic.

The planned exhibition ties into his own history—of living in the Lower Mainland and Asia, and seeing how both have changed.

“Obviously Richmond, in the 30 years I was away, has been transformed beyond almost recognition,” he said.

The Walled City While other high school grads were heading to Europe for adventure, Girard found his in Asia. He took his first trip to Hong Kong in 1974. Asia intrigued him.

In Hong Kong, intrigue became fascination upon hearing about an almost unreal place.

The Walled City began as a Chinese military fort. In response to the British invasion of Hong Kong in the 19th century, a walled city with watchtowers and gates was built in 1847.

An 1898 treaty that ceded modern-day Hong Kong to the British in a 99-year lease excluded the Walled City, effectively leaving a little piece of China in the middle of Hong Kong. Squatters eventually moved in.

After the Second World War, Chinese in search of a better life poured into Hong Kong and saw the Walled City as the cheapest place to get a foothold. Highrises were built without approval.

According to the website of the Kowloon Walled City Park— built following the settlement’s demolition—the high-rises lacked proper foundations and covered almost the entire site, and the Walled City “with its dank alleyways became a notorious nest of drug divans, criminal hideouts, vice dens and even cheap, unlicensed dentists.”

Girard was left with an incredibly moving first impression. He began photographing people living and working there.

“It’s like walking into a ghetto or a slum with a bad reputation.

Everybody on the outside looks down on you. So if you’re carrying a camera, people are hostile to that, thinking you’re just trying to make them look bad.”

Little by little, he started having success. The resulting book is now considered an important historical record of a place that’s more widely known today than when it stood. Girard and coauthor Lambot are now updating the book with new material.

It’s set for publication in July following a successful Kickstarter fundraising campaign.

“One of the big motivations in documenting the Walled City was that the place was mostly dismissed as a lawless slum, whereas when you visited for yourself you immediately understood that it was a community that organized itself in response to a set of very unusual circumstances,” said Girard.

“My colleague and I tried to make a record of what actually went on there: people working, living, raising families inside a solid mass of 300 interconnected high-rise buildings, none of them built with contributions from a single architect.”

Girard plans to work in Richmond for the next 12 months to produce Greg Girard: Kowloon/ Richmond, an exhibition to be held at Richmond Art Gallery April 2015.

The photographer is seeking co-operation from businesses, organizations, individuals and families so he can witness firsthand life in Richmond.

“It’s a pretty broad project. I’m just looking to do kind of a representative survey of the place that connects with my own history of growing up here, coming and going, being away for a long time and kind of rediscovering the place,” he said.

Girard said he’s looking forward to talking with as many people as possible about their Richmond, and hearing their thoughts on the city. “There are many different Richmonds, depending on what you do, who you are and how you came to know the city.

So I want to find those different Richmonds, that’s really what it’s about.”

Through his photographs, Girard hopes to create a portrait of Richmond—by training his lens on subjects in both public and private spaces.

The exhibition will be a series of prints, along with other material, that includes early and contemporary photos of Kowloon, as well as Richmond as it is today.

Along with the exhibition, Richmond Art Gallery is planning various public programs relating to it. School tours, artist talks and community panel discussions will explore issues such as immigration, acculturation, urban planning and social policy, according to gallery curator Nan Capogna.

Visit greggirard.com to learn more about the artist.

The tireless dedication of Richmond’s first responders was recognized Wednesday night at the 12th annual 911 awards, at the River Rock Show Theatre.

The awards recognize first responders and support staff from police, fire, ambulance and coast guard, and is the only event of its kind in Canada.

Wednesday’s award recipients included: • the PAD Program and Lawrence Cheng, Roger Mah, Kathy Pascuzzo and Allen Pruden won the Community Safety Initiative; • Jeff Watts of the Retired High School First Responders Program, was honoured for his work as a community safety volunteer; • Scott McTavish, of the Coast Mountain Bus Company’s Richmond Depot, received the Community Safety Business Partner award; • Mohammad Kallas, David MacGyver and Lawrence Layton won the Community Safety Award of Valour; • winning the Integrated Community Safety Award were Alex Mattes, Will Riordon, Capt. John McCaffrey, Raminder Gill, James Beeby and Todd Stockdale; • career achievement awards went to Doug Scott, Terry Dobson, Clarke McGuire and Scott Thomas; • Vasile Mares was named police officer of the year; • Alex van Bruksvoort was named firefighter of the year; • Ron van Houten and Steve Hurley won ambulance crew of the year; • Dave Schur, Mike Hawley and Gary Nolan were named Canadian Coast Guard crew of the year.

Craig Jones, executive director of the Richmond Chamber, said: “Year after year we are honoured to recognize local heroes in our community and are astounded by the extraordinary work and dedication of our first responding men and women here in Richmond.”

Galloway’s restructures Galloway’s Specialty Foods is keeping its Richmond store open, but is closing its Burnaby location.

Located on Alderbridge Way, just west of No. 3 Road, the local specialty food store shut down its Burnaby location earlier this week.

Owner Annie Muljiani said she’s frantically moving the contents of her Burnaby store to Richmond.

She described the changes at Galloway’s as a “restructuring.”

Muljiani, who was unavailable for an interview but did reply via e-mail, said: “I am in chaos mode at the moment...I am in the middle of a huge move to Richmond as Burnaby is closing down.”

According to its website, Galloway’s was purchased by the Muljiani family in 1974 from Johnston Galloway, who sold fruits and nuts from a cart in Gastown in the 1930s. It remained “under the watchful eye” of Annie Muljiani.

According to its Facebook page, Galloway’s has an “inventory sale” until April 30.

“Get 20 per cent off all purchases under $99.99 before tax, or 40 per cent off all purchases of $100 or more before tax.”

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HEALTH

Celebrate Move for Health Week May 5–10

Celebrate Move for Health Week in Richmond with a week of fun, active and educational sessions that promote the benefits of healthy active living for people of all ages.

The City of Richmond and its community partners bring you the following Move for Health activities.

All sessions with an accompanying Barcode # require registration. Please register at 604-2764300, by calling the facility directly or at www. richmond.ca/register.

For Richmond Centre for Disability (RCD) programs, please register by calling 604-232-2404, and leave a message specifying the class along with your name, phone number and email address.

Monday, May 5

Supersplash Challenge

Healthy Snacks (3–5yrs)

Minoru Aquatic Centre, 7560 Minoru Gate Elvis Elvis, Elvis! Splash to the tunes of the King. Have fun in this shallow water workout with many instructors. Enjoy refreshments and prizes after class.

9:00–10:00 a.m.................. $5.45 Drop-in or valid Aquatic Pass

Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton St 3:15–4:00 p.m. ................................................ Barcode #638358

Adapted Martial Arts

Yoga for Children (6–12yrs)

Richmond Centre for Disability, #100–5671 No. 3 Rd Para Tae Kwon Do 10:00–11:00 a.m.

Meditation Made Easy (Adults) Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton St Noon–12:45 p.m. ............................................ Barcode #418867

Eating Disorders and Exercise

Luk Tung Kuen (55+) Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave Counter the pains of aging with this very gentle, safe and fluid form of exercise.

8:00–9:00 a.m.........................................................FREE Drop-in

Total Body Conditioning (Adult) Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr 9:00–10:00 a.m.................. $5.30 Drop-in—Bring a friend FREE

Relaxation Retreat Richmond Centre for Disability, #100–5671 No.3 Rd Meditation and breathing 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Youth Fitness Expo (13–16yrs) South Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams Rd Try out multi–sport games, spinning, circuit training, yoga and more!

4:00–7:00 p.m. ................................................ Barcode #651608

Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave Noon–2:00 p.m. .............................................. Barcode #647158

Indoor Walking Club (55+)

Learn to Spin Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton St 5:00–5:45 p.m. ................................................ Barcode #418869 Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave 5:00–5:45 p.m. ................................................ Barcode #642858

Cardio Blast Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr 7:00–8:00 p.m. .................. $5.30 Drop-in—Bring a friend FREE

Friday, May 9 Get on the Ball (Adults) Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave 9:15–10:15 a.m.......................................................FREE Drop-in

South Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams Rd Love walking but not in inclement weather? Walk indoors while enjoying lively music, watching a slideshow of outdoor scenery.

1:30–2:30 p.m. .......................................................FREE Drop-in

Dance Express (55+)

Zumba™ (55+)

Tai Chi in the Park

Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate Latin rhythms and easy–to–follow moves are fused together in this unique fitness program designed for older adults with slight mobility issues. Includes low impact and gentle movements for those new to or returning to fitness.

5:30–6:30 p.m. .......................................................FREE Drop-in

Yoga Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr 7:00–8:00 p.m. ..................$7.95 Drop-in—Bring a Friend FREE

Public Skate (All Ages)

Yoga (Adults)

Richmond Ice Centre, 14140 Triangle Rd 6:00–7:30 p.m. .......................................................FREE Drop-in

South Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams Rd 7:30–8:30 p.m. ................................................ Barcode #645658

Open Gym

Thursday, May 8

Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr Drop-in to an easy–to–follow variety dance class for all levels.

10:00–10:30 a.m................ $3.40 Drop-in—Bring a friend FREE City Centre – Lang Centre, #140–8279 Saba Rd 10:00–11:00 a.m. ............................................ Barcode #639058

Healthy Aging Presentation—Sugar vs.

Fat: the Obesity Paradox (55+) Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave UBC Professor in Public Health, Dr. Mathias, talks about the affects of certain foods on the metabolic system, and how they contribute to other health conditions.

10:00–11:30 a.m.............................................. Barcode #580975

Buddhist Temple Tour and Lunch (55+)

Wee Walk Intergenerational Day (3–5 yrs/55+)

Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 Rd This guided tour through the grounds of a local temple introduces Chinese art, culture and Buddhism followed by a vegetarian lunch.

Includes transportation, tour and lunch. Cost: $15.

10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. ..................... Barcode #513458 (Minoru), ............................................Barcode #514558 (West Richmond)

Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr 7:35–8:35 p.m. .................. $5.30 Drop-in—Bring a friend FREE

Minoru Park/Track, 7191 Granville Ave

Fundamental Exercise Class

10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. .............. Explore community booths

Tuesday, May 6

10:00 a.m. ........................... Wee Walk Celebration Begins

Richmond Centre for Disability, #100–5671 No. 3 Rd 1:00–2:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m. ..................Nordic Pole Walking Demonstration

Strength and Stretch

Richmond Centre for Disability, #100–5671 No.3 Rd Sitting Volley Ball, Speed Badminton and Soccer 6:00–8:00 p.m.

Cardio Blast (Adult)

Dance Moves Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave 10:30–11:30 a.m.....................................................FREE Drop-in

Noon ........................ Wee Waltz: Preschoolers and Seniors

Learn to Spin

12:15–1:00 p.m. .................................. Seniors Luncheon*

Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton St 11:00–11:45 a.m.............................................. Barcode #418868

*Enjoy a healthy sandwich and bottled water in the 55+ area.

Barcode #597608

12:10 p.m. ........................ Walk the Track with Active Jack

Walking and Wheeling Group Richmond Centre for Disability, #100–5671 No.3 Rd *Weather permitting and subject to change 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Tai Chi in the Park Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton St 1:30–2:15 p.m. ................................................ Barcode #419039

Healthy Snacks (3–5yrs) Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton St 3:15–4:00 p.m. ................................................ Barcode #638308

Proper Posture/Healthy Spines (Adults) Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave 5:30–6:30 p.m. ................................................ Barcode #644208

Ab Solution Workshop Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr 6:00–6:30 p.m. .................. $5.30 Drop-in—Bring a friend FREE

Bootcamp Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr 7:00–8:00 p.m. ................. $5.30 Drop-in—Bring a friend FREE

Wednesday, May 7 Core and Strength Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr 8:45–9:45 a.m.................... $5.30 Drop-in—Bring a friend FREE

Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr 6:15–7:15 p.m. .................. $5.30 Drop-in—Bring a friend FREE

Saturday, May 10 Bootcamp Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr 9:30–10:30 a.m.................. $5.30 Drop-in—Bring a friend FREE

Indoor Walking Club (55+)

Ab Solution Workshop (Adults)

Cambie Community Centre, 12800 Cambie Rd Love walking but not in inclement weather? Walk indoors and enjoy tea afterwards.

10:00–11:00 a.m.....................................................FREE Drop-in

Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr 10:30–11:00 a.m................ $5.30 Drop-in—Bring a friend FREE

Outdoor Walking (55+) Cambie Community Centre, 12800 Cambie Rd This group meets for a local walk and welcomes walkers of all fitness levels.

10:00–11:00 a.m.....................................................FREE Drop-in

Table Tennis Richmond Centre for Disability, #100–5671 No. 3 Rd 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Seniors’ Outdoor Circuit (55+) West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 Rd Discover all this convenient, free, outdoor fitness circuit offers in this instructor–led orientation.

1:30–2:30 p.m. ................................................ Barcode #573658

Indoor Soft Tennis Demonstration (55+) Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate Try tennis in a safe, fun environment, using portable nets and larger, soft, specialized tennis balls. Perfect for those new or returning to the sport, all skill levels welcome.

1:30–3:30 p.m. ................................................ Barcode #647564

Move for Health Day Festival (All Ages) Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Ave 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Enjoy stage entertainment, “Discover Your Sport” with Richmond Sports Council, explore interactive community booths, take part in the annual “Walk with the Mayor” and meet Active Jack!

Yoga South Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams Rd 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. .................................... Barcode #645708

Zumba™ (All Ages) Cambie Community Centre, 12800 Cambie Rd 12:30–2:00 p.m. .............................................. Barcode #645508 $8.05 Drop-in or Cambie CC pass Bring a friend FREE

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Police issues warning after sexual assault

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A woman was sexually assaulted late Friday night (April 25), near No. 3 Road and Blundell, prompting Richmond Mounties to urge residents to be cautious when walking at night.

The victim exited the Brighouse station of the Canada Line around 11 p.m., and walked south along No. 3 Road before heading west on Blundell, Richmond RCMP Cpl. Stephanie Ashton said.

She was then grabbed from behind and sexually assaulted, Ashton said, adding that investigators believe this was a lone random act, as no similar incidents have been reported to Richmond RCMP. The suspect is described as about five feet seven inches to five feet nine inches tall, with a medium build, and between 30 and 40 years old.

While he is believed to be lighter skinned, his ethnicity isn’t known.

He had an oval face and short cropped dark hair.

The suspect was wearing a dark or black kneelength shorts and a black or dark t-shirt or tank top.

“Our serious crimes unit is currently reviewing other sexual assault investigations that took place in the Lower Mainland and at this point we have found no similarities between this investigation and other incidents,” Ashton said.

“We want to remind the public to use caution when walking at night, stay in populated areas, travel in pairs, don’t wear ear buds and always let someone know where you are.”

Anyone with information about the attack is urged to call Richmond RCMP Cpl. Tarasoff of the serious crimes unit at 604-278-1212, or call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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LET’S RECYCLE EVEN MORE! EXPANDED RECYCLING STARTS MAY 19TH

Richmond residents will soon enjoy expanded recycling – with more recyclable items and convenient collection service.

WHAT’S NEW? Starting the week of May 19th, residents will be able to recycle many new items in the Blue Box & Blue Cart programs, including: t New! .JDSPXBWFBCMF CPXMT BOE DVQT t New! 1BQFS BOE QMBTUJD ESJOL DVQT MJET t New! 1BQFS BOE QMBTUJD HBSEFO QPUT BOE USBZT t New! 4QJSBM XPVOE QBQFS DBOT MJET t New! 1MBTUJD USBZT BOE DPOUBJOFST GPS CBLFE HPPET EFMJ TUZMF USBZT FUD

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City sets course for Steveston heritage

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by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter The city is forging ahead with a bid to earn world heritage status for Steveston.

Council voted unanimously Monday to take the first step, by preparing an application for National Historic Site designation at a cost of $20,000. If Ottawa approves, federal officials must then agree to add Steveston Village to Canada’s tentative list of sites seeking a more prestigious world designation managed by a United Nations agency known as UNESCO. The World Heritage List of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization recognizes over 900 places around the world for cultural or natural significance.

According to the city, seven sites are already in Canada’s queue for the UNESCO designation. City council heard UNESCO will only consider one application per year from Canada.

That, along with at least two years of work in preparing a nomination, means the road to the world heritage designation is a long one.

But Coun. Bill McNulty said it’s “critical” for Steveston to remain a historical village.

“I think the historical plan we have doesn’t necessarily allow it to remain in its original state, and I don’t think people understand the significance of Steveston in the history of British Columbia.”

Steveston, said McNulty, is fast losing its historical sites to redevelopment.

“We’ve got to try and retain the character,” he said.

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Steveston may get a National Historic Site designation.

“I think it’s absolutely critical that we look for something with regard to preserving the character of Steveston and bringing more and more to it, because I believe it’s a gem.”

Richmond resident Peter Mitchell told council Monday he believes the city should have made the push a decade ago, following the success of the 2002 Tall Ships Festival. It’s still worth investigating, he said, but added it will be more challenging now, as many other areas are vying for UNESCO honours.

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EDITORIAL: Calling 911 on provincial downloading

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hat level of service should injured and sick Richmond residents expect from B.C. Ambulance and fire services?

That’s at the heart of the issue now being debated as B.C. Emergency Health Services defends a Resource Allocation Plan that has downgraded some medical emergencies from Code 3 to Code 2. Previously, some of these emergencies were attended by ambulance and fire crews, who responded with lights and sirens at speeds above the posted speed limit. Now, only the fire department is responding with this level of service while the ambulance drives at posted speed limits and gets there later.

According to B.C. Emergency Health Services, the change in ambulance response time has actually cut the time paramedics get to serious emergencies, which is a good thing, while slightly lengthening the time for some of these Code 2 calls, reducing the potential for accidents — and the change isn’t affecting patient outcome, it says.

But local fire departments tell a different story, saying that some of these calls are taking up to half an hour or longer.

The cities argue this service change is downloading, pure and simple, so that instead of increasing resources to enable ambulances to handle the growing demand for service as the population increases and ages, the province is merely reducing some services to hold the line on costs elsewhere.

But here’s the thing: Should firefighters stop attending these calls, too?

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That’s what B.C. Emergency Health Services says, arguing that cities should adopt the same level of service, then there wouldn’t be any concerns about downloading.

But this argument ignores the fact that residents pay for and have come to expect a certain level of service, and if firefighters adopt the same service model as the ambulance, the cities will catch heat.

After all, a patient in severe pain may not be dying, but shouldn’t they get a quick response to hospital?

Once again, the cities are saddled with the costs and the responsibilities of a senior level of government. And that’s just painful. Quick, call an ambulance. Wait… don’t bother.

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School capital costs announcement sets dangerous precedent

Guest Shot Donna Sargent Excerpts from a letter to Education Minister Peter Fassbender:

CREATIVE SERVICES MANAGER JAANA BJöRK, 604-247-3716 jaana@richmondreview.com CREATIVE SERVICES GABE MUNDSTOCK, 604-247-3718 gabe@richmondreview.com PETER PALMER, 604-247-3706 peter@richmondreview.com JAMES MARSHALL, 604-247-3701 james@richmondreview.com

Ambulance response times are now much longer for less serious calls.

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n behalf of the Board of Education (Richmond) - School District 38, I am writing this open letter to you to express our extreme dismay at the recent directive that school districts across the province will be required to share up to 50 per cent of the costs of major capital projects.

This announcement sets a dangerous new precedent as the Ministry of Education has always been responsible for capital

project costs in the past. It also abdicates responsibility for the continued safety of our school children.

While cost sharing is an excellent political platform and sound bite, in this case it hides a multitude of faults, not the least of which is a misunderstanding of how the budget process works.

We take great exception to the methodology used to determine the amount of “surplus cash” that is available to contribute to the cost sharing of capital projects. We have been informed by ministry staff that Richmond has $26 million in surplus funds.

The $26 million is made of three general sources, each of which we would like to address below: •Local Capital Reserve - $11 million: The Local Capital Reserve is used to fund capital items that the ministry does not provide funding for. In Richmond, we have made decisions over the years to actively plan for the capital requirements that we are responsible for. As a result, we have committed our Local Capital Reserve to fund technology (computers, iPads, network infrastructure, etc.) for both students

and staff, facility improvements targeted for students with special needs and end of life replacement of our maintenance fleet.

•Employee Future Benefits Liability - $9 million: A liability is an amount that is owed now and that will be paid out in the future. The employee future benefits liability is accumulated as employees work at the school district, accruing pension benefits that will need to be paid out when they retire.

•Accumulated Operating Surplus - $6 million: Accumulated operating surplus is the only margin for error that districts have to ensure that they do not end up in an operating deficit. Funding levels have not increased as our cost base has increased, and this has resulted in all school districts walking a financial tightrope each year.

Secondly, there is no recognition of school districts like Richmond who have proactively entered into discussions with ministry staff in regards to cost sharing of major projects. We have been consistent in our discussions with you and previous Ministers of

Education, as well as with staff at the Ministry of Education and the public that we serve in Richmond. We have publicly expressed our intention to allocate the $41 million in proceeds from the sale of the former Steveston Secondary School site to help offset the high costs of future land acquisition, in particular the site required for a school in Richmond City Centre.

As co-governors of the provincial education system, we chose to partner with the Ministry to help fund the facilities that are needed for the students we serve. Our foresight and willingness to be team players is now being discarded in favour of compulsory participation in a program that discounts school board priorities.

Thirdly, the imposition of the cost sharing requirement on school districts has ignored the Trustee role in co-governance. The letter to our Superintendent from the Deputy Minister lays out an expectation that district priorities will need to be changed to accommodate the new directive. District priorities as determined by Boards of Education cannot be disregarded if the co-

governance model is truly in place and respected by the government. Additionally, the Ministry has always had the responsibility to fund major capital projects, including seismic remediation. For that mandate to be changed, we would expect the Ministry to engage extensively with Trustees as well as the public, especially since Boards of Education have no real ability to raise money.

Changes of such immense magnitude should not be made unilaterally.

Minister, we appreciate that you took the time to speak directly to us after the new directive was announced. We understand that the Ministry does not have sufficient money to meet their responsibility to fund major capital projects but the solution cannot be to raid the funds that we have set aside to meet our responsibilities.

We are pleased to make the $41 million from the sale of Steveston available for cost sharing of major projects in Richmond but we urge you to ensure that the sacrifices that we have made are not in vain.

Donna Sargent, chairperson, writing on behalf of the Board of Education (Richmond).

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letters

Better Grades Happier Kids

Please leave Paulik park plants and decorations for all to enjoy Editor: My husband and I volunteer our gardening abilities at Paulik Neighbourhood Garden Park, north of Blundell Road between Heather and Ash Streets.

This beautiful serene six-acre park is owned by the City of Richmond and cared for by the Richmond Garden Club for all residents to enjoy.

From time to time we witness people digging out and taking plants for themselves. Thursday, April 24 was such a day. It reminded me of the theft of this beautiful wooden burl that was taken from our adopted bed late last year. If you see this little gem please return it to the Paulik Park gardens for everyone to enjoy.

We are proud to have this stunning park in our midst. Please leave the plants and other decorations for the people of Richmond to enjoy. Come and stroll through this secret garden!

Lynda Pasacreta Richmond

A step backwards on election day Editor: I read with disbelief our city council’s decision to take a step backwards when it comes to encouraging voter turnout for civic elections.

With the “vote anywhere” convenience model last civic election, Richmond reversed a trend of declining voter turnout. This is crucial for a healthy democracy, especially in our community which has one of the lowest turn-outs in the entire Lower Mainland and province.

The return to “back to basics” model used in 2008 is a step in the wrong direction, against the trend of all neighboring municipalities, and appears to be an attempt to deny voters the right to a vote. Why? Brian Russell Richmond

Chapters closure a huge loss Editor: Many thanks to letterwriter Janet Oakes for telling us all that Chapters is wanting to close at the end of May. What shocking news!

This would be a terrible loss to Richmond.

It is one of my favourite stores with such a great assortment of books, etc.

Chapters has been an icon in this thriving city—can it really afford to close shop?

This would indeed be a huge loss!

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Sirens and ambulance response times Editor: I’m not sure sirens, at least in Richmond, improve ambulance response times—it’s more the opposite, because cars tend to stop where they are, in the road, instead of pulling over.

How many times do ambulances

wait, stuck, for police to direct cars out of the way?

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hort product cycles have made new car buying more of a challenge than ever before. Consumers cannot keep up on all the new technology. Carmakers are struggling as well. Ford Motor Company’s ‘disappointing’ first quarter profits translating into a market value $2-billion under expectations are directly linked to an adjustment of $400 million set aside to fix vehicles still under warranty.

It turns out, as a Reuters’ report put it, “the proliferation of systems and features including multiple airbags, traction control and touch-screen dashboards can create as many inconveniences as … comforts.” The same report went on to note “hybrid engines and other innovations such as … the new allaluminum-bodied F-150 pickup, for example, layer on further engineering risks.” Complex computerized systems can be tetchy—as almost everyone knows—and in connection with other systems and new materials can produce unintended consequences.

The dynamic relationship between cell phones and cars may be one of the best examples of this. In a short two decades, making a phone call on the road has gone from stopping at a phone booth to in-car, hands-free calling utilizing blue-tooth technology linking the driver’s cell to the voicecontrolled car-phone utility. Short of this, however, is the ever-tempting ease of direct cell phone usage to talk or text while driving, a now normal-when-not-driving behaviour that,

while driving, is as risky as drunk driving.

Such behaviour is now illegal, and drivers are constantly reminded not to do it. But nothing works quite as effectively as an automatic ‘off ’ switch and so, no surprise, one has appeared.

On April 22, 2014, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office awarded Apple a patent for “Driver handheld computing device lock-out,” technology that intelligently determines whether a device user is driving and, if so, partially disables all of the distracting phone functions for the driving period.

The patent describes two main methods for blocking select iPhone features. The first method requires no input from the car. The iPhone’s accelerometer, cameras, light sensors, GPS receivers and other sensing components determine when a user is driving and, if so, trigger a lock-out mechanism.

In the second method, the car itself transmits blocking signals to the driver’s iPhone that effectively disable it from receiving and sending texts and performing other Smartphone functions while driving is underway. The technology is also designed to distinguish between drivers and passengers and thereby allow a phone to be used in a car by a passenger. (What a relief!)

The patent application reportedly notes that such a mechanism would be “a significant selling point in the eyes of concerned parents, and it could lead to legislation that would require all handheld computing devices to disable texting while driving.” It also notes that the application was first filed for in 2008 and credits John Greer Elias as its inventor. Media reports indicate that this technology is already being incorporated in new 2014 luxury models from Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz and Volvo and will be available as an aftermarket feature. …by Cedric Hughes, Barrister & Solicitor with regular weekly contributions from Leslie McGuffin, LL.B.

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May & June 2014 Please use caution when in the area and plan alternate travel routes where necessary.

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL PUBLIC MEETING The Board of Directors of Vancouver Airport Authority announces that the Annual Public Meeting will be held to present the Airport Authority’s 2013 Annual & Sustainability Report and financial statements.

THE MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR:

3:30 p.m. Thursday, May 08, 2014 East Concourse, Departures Level International Terminal Building Vancouver International Airport Richmond, B.C.

Linda Reid nominated for YWCA Women of Distinction Award

by Don Fennell Staff Reporter The speaker of the house is being recognized for her extraordinary public service.

Richmond East MLA

Linda Reid, the longestserving member of the B.C. Legislative Assembly—first being elected in 1991—has been nominated for a YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Award in the

non-profit and public service category.

“It’s an amazing honour just to be included among these amazing women,” said Reid. “The YWCA was a huge service provider when I was a kid and lots

Solution for Denture Sufferers

A live stream of this meeting will be available at www.yvr.ca The 2013 Annual Report will be available at www.yvr.ca on Thursday, April 24, 2014 Please submit advance questions to Community_Relations@yvr.ca by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 06, 2014.

Vancouver Airport Authority is a community-based, not-for-profit organization that operates Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

Dental implants give you teeth with secure and solid foundation, so you can chew the foods you like and improve your nutrition.

Implants also help preserve the bone of the jaw and help keep you looking younger. Dental implants can now be placed with virtually no discomfort.

This procedure is performed in a routine dental setting on an outpatient basis and requires no hospitalization. The patient is able to go home the same day. “With new techniques, my patients are able to continue wearing their existing teeth during the entire healing period and never have to go a single day without teeth,” says Dr. Nelson.

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of community centres have programs (affiliated) with the YWCA.” Reid volunteered for the YWCA as a child and said public service is the rent we pay for our time on earth.

“I want my kids to be the best volunteers and I think parents have a huge opportunity to instill that along with coaches and teachers,” she said. “The YWCA does that brilliantly.”

Reid is one of four Richmond residents nominated for YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards. The others are Shashi Assanand, founder and executive director of Vancouver and Lower Mainland Multicultural Family Support Services Society (community building); Jennifer Schaeffers, executive director of the CKNW Orphans’ Fund (community building) and Vuitton Chan, a Simon Fraser University student (young women of distinction).

The awards will be handed out June 3 during a dinner at the Westin Bayshore Hotel. Tickets can be purchased at www.ywcawomenof distinction.org.

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Ron Hardie, owner of Direct Drive Auto Service, brings over 20 years experience servicing vehicles in Richmond. Ron was the Head Service Technician at Blundell Esso from 1994 to 2009, and he invites you to visit his repair facility.

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L AKESIDE LIVING AT SUNSTONE The long-awaited Lakeside collection of executive townhomes by Polygon is now selling. Located at the heart of the Sunstone masterplan community in North Delta, these spacious three and four-bedroom residences feature over 2,000 square feet of living space. Along with master-on-the-main floor plans, Lakeside’s picture-perfect setting inspires a lifestyle that’s truly second to none.

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Richmond Hospital Foundation COUNTRY MEADOWS Golf Course

The Management and nd dS Staff t f ooff C Country t Meadows Golf Course are proud to be recognized by the Richmond Hospital Foundation’s Dr. of Philanthropy Award for 2014.

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Is it Separation if it’s because of health?

Reasons for judgment were released in April in the case of Berg v. Murphy Estate. In this case, the deceased (who died in late 2010) and the Plaintiff had been in a fifteen-year common law relationship.

The couple entered a Co-Habitation Agreement in 2006 that provided for the surviving spouse, who received $200,000 from the sale of their Salmon Arm house (owned as tenants in common) as long as the couple had not separated.

The deceased’s family argued that they did separate. When the deceased was diagnosed with lung cancer, the Plaintiff was diagnosed with early Alzheimer’s. While in the hospital, the deceased transferred his portion of the property to a son, and wrote a new Will in which the Plaintiff was disinherited. While the deceased was in palliative care, shortly before his death, the Plaintiff obviously was not “with him.” She visited the hospital daily, however.

The family’s argument did not stand. The Court held that the couple never did separate, and instead found that the couple remained devoted to each other; it was only the deceased’s deteriorating health that caused the (physical) separation. Though the Plaintiff was unable to be with her spouse, neither person displayed any intention to actually “separate” in a matrimonial sense. Therefore, the Co-Habitation Agreement applied, and the transfer by the deceased was set aside.

The Court ordered that the Plaintiff be given the $200,000, which amounted to about 70% of the net sale proceeds of their home.

Rich Lam/Richmond Hospital Foundation photo Norman Wrigglesworth with his son David received a Doctor of Philanthropy honour from Richmond Hospital Foundation boar chair Doug Johnson (left) and Vancouver Coastal Health - Richmond chief operating officer Mike Nader.

Donors thanked for helping health care in Richmond Richmond Hospital Foundation said thank you to donors whose generosity makes a bid difference at Richmond Hospital.

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Richmond Hospital Foundation says thank you Donors make a difference From Page 12 2014 Doctor of Philanthropy Award recipients were: •Dr. Anthony & Mrs. Nancy Yurkovich: Tony and Nancy have been passionate leaders advocating for improvements and changes in health care to benefit patients and their families.

•Chew Lian Yau. Originally from Burma, Mrs. Yau truly gives from the heart and believes in giving back to all of the people of Richmond. She has also taught each of her children the value of giving.

•Norman Wrigglesworth A lifelong advocate to remove the word “smoking”from everyone’s vocabulary, Norman has been extremely generous to Richmond Hospital and continues to share his commitment with everyone he knows.

•Sandy So & Ron Benoit. Benoit is a former board member of Richmond Hospital Foundation and So is a dedicated supporter to health care.

•Hanif & Marie Muljiani. The Muljiani‘s contributions over the past eight years have helped to boost the visibility of the founda-

tion.

•Randy & Joy May: The May family has shown tremendous leadership for the foundation.

•IODE Richmond Chapter. The IODE Richmond Chapter are great supporters of the hospital and its Birth Centre.

•Dr. Hilary & Mrs. Patsy Hui: Both are great supporters of Richmond Hospital.

•Harry & Susan Hogler.

The Hoglers are big supporters of health care in Richmond.

•Peter Chu & Tammy Jue. We thank you for all of your fundraising efforts in the past few years, and we look forward to your personal commitment in the future.

•Anne T. Bolton. A generous supporter of Richmond Hospital.

•ASPAC Developments Ltd. ASPAC continually demonstrates its commitment to Richmond Hospital Foundation in many ways including as the presenting sponsor of our golf tournament The Mr. & Mrs. P.A. Woodward’s Foundation was awarded the Milan & Maureen Ilich Philan-

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thropic Award of Distinction Award.

During the latter part of their lives, the Woodwards (of Woodward’s Food Floor fame) showed great inter-

est in helping charitable organizations, generously donating to many over more than 60 years.

“Their contributions of over $750,000 to Richmond Hospital—funding much needed equipment—have resulted in not only improved patient care, but creating an ideal environment to attract and retain the best and brightest medical team,” said Meixner.

The award is named for Milan and Maureen Ilich and their family, Laurie and Rick, who have always tried to inspire others to help change lives through their philanthropy.

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Natalie Meixner, President & CEO, Richmond Hospital Foundation (left) presents the 2014 Milan & Maureen Ilich Philanthropic Award of Distinction to Mr. and Mrs. P.A. Woodward’s Foundation’s Kip Woodward (center, back) Jackie Lee-Son (right) and Greg McKinstry (front).

2014 Doctor of Philanthropy Awards presented to: ASPAC Developments Ltd. Ron Benoit & Sandy So Anne T. Bolton Peter Chu & Tammy Jue Harry & Susan Hogler (Country Meadows Golf Course Ltd.) Dr. Hilary & Mrs. Patsy Hui (Re/Max West Coast) I.O.D.E. Richmond Chapter Randy & Joy May Hanif & Marie Muljiani (Xibita) Norman Wrigglesworth Chew Lian Yau Dr. Anthony & Mrs. Nancy Yurkovich

Richmond Hospital Foundation is honoured to recognize our donors who have made possible the purchase of lifesaving medical equipment, improved services, and upgrades to facilities to ensure expert health care, close to home.

Our sincere thanks to the many generous donors who attended Richmond Hospital Foundation’s Donor Celebration & Thank You Event on April 30, 2014.

Special congratulations to donors who were recognized with the 2014 Doctor of Philanthropy Awards for their outstanding commitment.

The 2014 Milan & Maureen Ilich Philanthropic Award of Distinction was presented to Mr. and Mrs. P.A. Woodward’s Foundation for their exemplary philanthropic leadership and the inspiration they provide to others.

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Quackers spotted on city streets Officials advise to avoid ruffling feathers and leave wildlife alone

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Sharen Scheller / Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel photo Traffic controllers help a family of ducks waddle safely across the road in front of the Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel Wednesday morning.

It’s a sure sign of spring—young wildlife making their first public appearances.

Some choose city streets.

Another family of ducks waddled the roads around Westminster Highway and Minoru Boulevard Wednesday morning, possibly checking to see if accommodations at Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel

would fit the bill. As the wise quackers darted across the asphalt, traffic controllers made sure their visit went swimmingly.

“A road crew stopped traffic in order to escort some VIP Marriott guests to cross the street. Their destination remains a mystery,” said Sharen Scheller, a hotel staffer.

Late April and May is prime time for ducks to hatch, according to Ducks Unlimited Canada. Under the guidance of mother duck, the ducklings learn to feed and avoid predators. Within a day of hatching, mallard ducklings are able to walk over one kilometre to reach a suitable wetland habitat.

But even if fowl play seems a certainty when walking on Richmond’s roads, wildlife officials advise people to avoid ruffling feathers and leave such creatures alone.

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It’s spring car cleaning time, inside and out If a road trip is part of your vacation An easy check and repair item is plans this summer, it’s time to get lighting. You may need some help the horseless chariot prepared. confirming that the brake and That means cleaning it inside and backup lights are functioning at out and performing some important the rear. Otherwise, it’s a simple maintenance to ensure you get the walk-around check that should best fuel economy. include the turn signals and headIn most parts of B.C., the swap lights (both low and high beams) Unnecessary from winter tires to all-season or weight increases fuel and don’t forget the license plate summer tires is already well under and those little side marker lights. consumption and way (studded winter tire removal is If you’ve got a vehicle with a mandatory by April 30). Winter tires some of that extra headlight (clear plastic) cover are made with a softer and stickier weight could be in that’s showing its age, there are rubber compound that wears faster the form of mud and some good products on the market and increases fuel consumption at now that help restore clarity. dirt on your vehicle’s Wiper blades are another easy higher temperatures. They also tend to be noisier and you’ll hear them undercarriage. check and replace item. A buildeven more, now that you can finally Bob McHugh up of grease or grim on the roll down the windows. windshield will also reduce the You may also be dragging around effectiveness of the wipers. Clean too much junk in the trunk, like that snow shovel the rubber wiper blade with a soft cloth soaked you always pack during in the winter months. in the glass cleaner. In B.C., those windshield Unnecessary weight increases fuel consumption wipers typically work harder than anywhere else and some of that extra weight could be in the in Canada and life expectancy can be less than form of mud and dirt on your vehicle’s undercara year. If they’re still streaking, chattering or riage. Road salt is probably also trapped in that generally not doing the job – replace them. muddy mess, which is a corrosion accelerant that Getting back to tires, a loaded vehicle driven at your vehicle’s body doesn’t need. highway speeds for prolonged periods in hot While you’re poking around in the trunk, take a weather conditions can be a punishing test for look under the floor cover. Water leaking into the tires and the dreaded blow-out is a real concern. vehicle tends to accumulate in the lowest spots, Even a tire that looks okay and has plenty of or maybe that’s why it’s called a spare-wheel tread remaining may not be in great shape. The well. If the spare is a conventional tire, check its “best before” date on most passenger tires is inflation pressure and, while you’re at it, make eight years old and you should be able to find sure that the emergency jack and tool kit are a date of manufacture stamped somewhere on also in good working order. sidewall of the tire.

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With the transaction done, we parted ways.

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Being a curious person, he’d read the boxes the airbags came in that I’d left at his shop.

“You installed counterfeit airbags,” he said.

“So? They look identical to the original airbags,” I said.

“I’ve seen videos of bogus airbags catching fire and with metal bits exploding when they deploy.

They’re not safe,” he scolded.

I’ll take my chances, I thought.

It would only be a problem in an accident.

The next day, my buddy left a message. He ended our friendship.

Whoa, chill out. A guy’s got a right to make a few bucks.

In Canada, we have long wheelbase sedans but typically, they are top models like a BMW 7 Series or S-Class Mercedes. In China, even base models like the BMW 3 Series or Audi A4 have stretched versions. I raise this because the all-new BMW 335GT is the long wheelbase 3 Series, developed for China, modified for a niche market here.

Looks Adding 10 cms of additional legroom to the back seat of the 335GT opens up a different experience for rear passengers. The GT offers slightly higher seating position and roofline with a hatchback design that makes for a dramatic

Time to shake off the winter blues

I was getting good at this, so I purchased a used vehicle in the U.S. and imported it.

It didn’t have any airbags, so the warning lights were on. But I wasn’t picky.

I knew, based on my other tricks, I could solve that before I had it inspected and registered.

You just couldn’t be too worried about the truth.

I Googled airbags. I saw I had three options.

Get certified replacements installed at a repair shop. Buy some and install them myself.

Or, override the warning light.

I called and found that the first option was out of the question. Way too expensive.

But, option two had some promise. There were cheap ones online.

Of course, there were some warnings about dangerous fake airbags.

Option three, overriding the warning lights, went too far – even for me.

You can find how-to videos about anything on the web. So, I ordered cheap ones and had them sent to my U.S. mailbox. I used a buddy’s garage and put them in. Bingo! The warning lights went off and I was on my way.

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I found my buyer not long after. A nice man about my age; divorced with three kids. That’s all I know about him – I don’t like getting too personal.

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Certain cars just won’t recede into the automotive fossil record.

Designers (particularly those from their company of origin) keep going back to the well. And why not? – It’s almost impossible to top the cars on this list: 1967 Toyota 2000 GT: The gorgeous Toyota 2000 GT sports car was a giant commercial flop when it was introduced. The status of Japanese cars in the U.S. market at the time was roughly the equivalent of Korean cars about 15 years ago, and a Japanese car that cost more than a Jaguar E-Type, a Corvette or a Porsche 911 found few takers. Just over 300 were built and the model’s failure continues to haunt Toyota. The roofline and greenhouse of the 1967 2000GT show up almost unaltered in the latest Toyota sports car concept, the FT-1. Incidentally, Toyota has probably had the last laugh here, as the 2000 GT is now the only Japanese collectible car worth $1 million.

1967 Cadillac Eldorado: The ’67 Eldorado is one of the great overlooked postwar American classics. A Bill Mitchell design triumph, it’s an ageless design that wouldn’t look out of place in a showroom today,

particularly since Cadillac continues to revisit the ’67 Eldo rear end, one of the greatest ¾-views of all time.

1954 Jeep CJ-5: The original Jeep CJ may well be the most knocked-off vehicle of all time, inspiring the likes of the Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser, Nissan Patrol, Suzuki Samurai, etc., not to mention, of course, the current Jeep Wrangler.

Jaguar E-Type: The E-Type was one of the prime influences for the above-mentioned Toyota as well as the famous Datsun 240Z. Its extreme long hood, short rear deck design and covered headlight styling cues also continue to show up in Jaguar’s own products like the XK8 and the new F-Type. After all, it was by rival Enzo Ferrari’s own admission the most beautiful car in the world.

1965 Ford Mustang Fastback: Long before Ford went retro with the 2005 Mustang, they knocked off their own design for the original pony car with the European Ford Capri. Toyota went one step further with the 1973 Celica Liftback, a virtual ¾-scale replica of the Mustang Fastback. Even the upper crust Aston Martin with its V8 Vantage model of the 1970s went to the Mustang well. The 2015 Mustang still sports design cues from the original 1965 Mustang fastback.

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The 3 Series sedan is already fitted with top-notch materials and a functional dash.

This is carried over to the GT model, so the front seats remain unaltered. It is the back of the car that is dramatically different. With added legroom and a higher roofline the GT feels open, especially when fitted with the panoramic roof.

The hatch is electronically operated and provides a long and wide cargo area, plus the rear seats fold in a snap. The rear windows and cargo do not have darkened, privacy class like an SUV, which is something I would prefer.

Drive The 3 Series sedan has been considered the benchmark in the compact luxury market for decades and a lot of the same goodness is here in the GT. With a longer wheelbase and a slightly higher centre of gravity it doesn’t handle as nimbly as the sedan but it is much better than the taller X3 SUV. The power from either 241 hp turbocharged 4-cylinder or the 300 hp turbocharged 6-cylinder engines goes to all four wheels and is shifted through a very slick 8-speed auto box. There are settings for vehicle dynamics and suspension from “Eco” to “Sport Plus” that can take this car from relaxed to athletic at the push of a button. I really enjoyed driving in sport mode and getting the full effect of the 335GT, as the in-line turbo 6-cylinder is still one of the best power plants on the road. For buyers looking to save on fuel and when purchasing, the 328GT is still a potent machine.

Verdict The GT falls into a very nice spot in the 3 Series family, and I include the X3 in that group. The sedan is a great car but not as practical as the X3. Yes the X3 has traditional SUV appeal but looses some of the sedans nimbleness. This is where the GT plays. It has a bigger cargo area than the X3, more rear legroom but it also has more a sedan stance on the road. The price is more expensive than the X3 so this is a premium offering in the BMW family.

If I were in the market for a BMW the 335GT or less expensive 328GT would be in the running. With kids I lake having and SUV but still want the fun and stability that a sedan offers. This GT might just be the right balance for some. So thank you China for helping to bring a unique new class of car to our market. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Sports Editor Serj Sangara is, figuratively at least, stepping up to the plate.

One of the greatest supporters of baseball in the city, the longtime manager is bringing his infectious appetite back to the local dugout this season as

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Honouring her heritage Islander Annie Morrison named to Team BC for North American Indigenous Games

by Don Fennell Sports Editor

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nnie Morrison is proud of her Ojibwa heritage and takes every opportunity to celebrate it.

She pays tribute through her drawings, making drums, moccasins and bannock (fried bread) and attending pow-wows with her dad. And this summer she’ll play in the North American Indigenous Games in Regina, after being named to the U16 Team BC softball team following an extensive province-wide selection process.

The athletes will represent not only B.C., but also their respective aboriginal community in the international multi-sport event July 20 to 27.

“It means a lot. Not only do I get to represent my team (Richmond Islanders 2000A) and city, but also the whole province,” said Morrison, who is a pitcher and plays first base. “If I could sum it up in three words they would be thrilled, excited and unbelievable.”

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NEW HOME DEVELOPMENT

reVISION Custom Renovations photo above, maison d’etre design-build top right, Shakepeare Homes photo right

reVISION Custom Home Renovations won the People’s Choice Award with their Downtown Flow project, while Shakespeare Homes and maison d’etre design-build took home multiple awards for several projects, including maison d’etre’s 70’s Upgrade and Shakespeare Homes’ Meadfeild.

GVHBA honours the best in Metro Vancouver at the Ovation Awards

By Kerry Vital

The Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association celebrated the top companies in the Metro Vancouver residential construction industry at the Ovation Awards, held on April 26 in downtown Vancouver.

“Homeowners in Metro Vancouver demand the very best when it comes to the design and construction of their homes,” says GVHBA Chief Executive Officer Bob de Wit. “Vancouver is a leading-edge city and the design and construction of our homes reflects this. We are proud to be working with worldclass builders, designers and renovators.”

Several companies won multiple awards.

Among them was Best Builders, who went home with six awards, including Custom Home Builder of the Year. Their other awards were for Best Kitchen and Greatroom Renovation for Reviving the 70s in association with Sarah Gallop Design Inc., Best Accessible Renovation for The Homecoming, Best Renovation $300,000 to $499,999 (for Reviving the 70s), Best Custom Home: Over $1.5 Million for Orchard Way and Best Outdoor Living Space: New or Renovated, also for Orchard Way. Sarah Gallop Design was honoured with the Best Interior Design Custom Residence: New or Renovated for the Reviving the 70s home as well. SGDI also took home the Best Kitchen Renovation $50,000 to $99,999 for Green With Envy.

Shakespeare Homes was also the winner of multiple awards, including Renovator of the Year – Large Volume. Their Mountain Highway project, in association with Susanne Doise of Sensitive Design, took home awards for Best Addition Renovation and Best Renovation $800,000 and Over, while their Meadfeild project was the winner of Best

Renovation: $500,000 to $799,999.

Maison d’être design-build inc. was the winner of Best Renovated Room for their Master Suite Getaway, as well as Best Exterior Renovation for 70’s Upgrade and Renovator of the Year – Small Volume.

Best Kitchen Renovation: $100,000 and Over was won by Euro Canadian Construction Corp. for their English Bay Condo Renovation. Euro Canadian also took home the award for Best Townhouse/ Condominium Renovation.

In the new home categories, Wesgroup won the Best Single-Family Detached Home: 2,000 Square Feet and Over for Bluetree Homes at Citadel Heights as well as Best Single Family Residential Community for the same project.

Another Wesgroup property, Bluetree Homes at Mackin Park, won the Best Interior Design Display Suite: Condominium award.

Talisman Homes was a multiple-award winner as well, leaving with awards for Best Single-Family Detached Home: 2,000 Square Feet and Over for Resort Living I and Resort Living II, as part of a three-way tie with Wesgroup’s Bluetree Homes at Citadel Heights, Best Single-Family Detached Home: Less than 2,000 Square Feet (for Resort Living), and Excellence in Innovation and Sustainability in New Residential Construction for Resort Living II. Single-Family Builder of the Year was awarded to Portrait Homes, while MultiFamily Builder of the Year was given to Kooney Homes.

For the second year, the GVHBA gave people the chance to choose a winner for the People’s Choice Award. This year, reVISION Custom Home Renovations were honoured for their Downtown Flow project.

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Euro Canadian Construction was the recipient of two awards for their English Bay Condo Renovation, while Best Builders’ Orchard Way was honoured for Best Custom Home: Over $1.5 Million and Best Outdoor Space.

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Talented teen inspired to learn more about ancestry From Page 19

With her selection to Team BC, Morrison cleared the first hurdle on the road to Saskatchewan. But the high cost of competing still meant establishing a fundraising campaign fnd. us/c/fkoo7.

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A 14-year-old Grade 8 student at Hugh McRoberts Secondary School, Morrison is thoughtful beyond her years. Expanding on being Ojibwa from her dad Kevin’s side (Wasauksing First Nations), she said her drawings—mostly of animals with some First Nations designs included—is primarily for fun but it allows her

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Morrison wouldn’t call making bannock as anything more than fun either, but acknowledges she hasn’t really learned all the history behind it. However, making drums and going to powwows has far more meaning.

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only a tradition within our heritage, it can also be an activity of admiration,” she said. “When you make your first drum you have to give it away to someone—be it to someone in your family or a friend. And I appreciate the tradition (of pow-wows) a lot because it, too, has been passed down through the generations. To see it alive with so much energy today is amazing. I get a feeling of awesomeness just being at one. It gives off so much energy and enjoyment.”

Morrison’s mom, Jerrie Lynn, describes her daughter as someone who believes it is important to stand up for your beliefs. She said she has been heavily influenced by the current events of her time and asked her mom to watch the movie Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom with her.

Morrison is also an ardent reader who identifies with strong fictional characters such as Katniss Everdeen from The Hunger Games or the main characters from John Green’s novel The Fault in Our Stars.

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— Annie Morrison ple who aren’t afraid to voice their opinions and who take initiative,” she said.

She has also learned much from being an Islander. “(Playing rep softball) makes you learn discipline by (having to) show up on time and that to earn playing time you have to put

the time and effort in,” she said. “It has also taught me that being a student-athlete, homework has to be done before games, practices and tournaments. School comes before athletics and without good grades it’s hard to get a scholarship to whatever university you desire to go to in the future.”

Morrison began playing softball when she was in Grade 2. She always liked baseball, but didn’t want to play the latter because she looked at it as being “a guy’s game.” Then her parents found softball.

“Back in house league everyone was afraid whenever I was pitching. It was because I was so fast, but I was also very inaccurate. It always made me laugh that I could do that,” she said.

“Now, I like how, when we reach a certain level, we get to travel and play more teams.”

Morrison is also a keen basketball play “because it pushes you not only physically but also mentally.”

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A gorgeous penthouse in the very popular “River Dance” building.

This TOP FLOOR 765 sq.ft. home boasts stunning south eastern views of the Fraser River and Mount Baker. Immaculate interior, 10’ ceiling, laminate flooring throughout, brand new quartz counter tops, updated stainless steel appliances, both bedrooms offer floor to ceiling windows, 2 full bathrooms. Steps away from Fraser View golf course and a short walk to the hugely popular River District with shopping, restaurants and the river boardwalk.

Wonderful 16 suite non-strata 2 story + PH walk-up on a quiet street adjoining a park in the South Metrotown area. Older building with some needs but list of improvements available (both recently done and pending within purchase price). This building sits on 2 legal lots zoned RM3. A great investment opportunity!

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INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...............1-8

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 6

IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 7

OBITUARIES

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 21

COMING EVENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57

TRAVEL 75

TRAVEL

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 114

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CLOVERDALE ANTIQUES & VINTAGE FAIR May 3rd & 4th

REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696 RENTALS ......................................703-757

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862 The Former ANTIQUE EXPO AT TRADEX HAS MOVED...

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GILES, Marjorie June (nee Hawkins) (June 18, 1927 April 21, 2014)

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OBITUARIES BATTLEY Katherine Grace May 3, 1949 - April 15, 2014

We are very saddened to announce the passing of Katherine Grace Ann Battley after a prolonged period of illness.

Katherine is survived by her husband of 26 years, Barrie, stepchildren, Lisa (Joe) and Michael, grandchildren, Aydan and Emmeline, family dog Pepper, sisters Karen (Paul) of Vernon BC and Gail of Victoria BC; brother Douglas also of Vernon BC and sister-in-law to Ken (Sonya) of Anchorage, Alaska. She was also aunt to several nieces and nephews.

Katherine is predeceased in death by her father and mother, Arthur Douglas (1985) and Zoe Collingwood (1989), her brother Chris Collingwood (2013), mother-in-law Dorothy Battley (2005), Born in Kingston, Ontario, Katherine finally settled with her parents in Vernon in the early 60’s. After high school, Katherine attended business college, which was the foundation of her work career over 40 years.

Travelling became a passion for both Katherine and Barrie.

They set foot on many exotic countries, but Mexico was their favorite. Katherine spent many days in Puerto Vallarta, where she grew many friendships. Gourmet cooking and crocheting were Katherine’s hobbies.

The family wishes to thank the various doctors and nurses and volunteers for their compassionate care of Katherine during her prolonged illness.

To the numerous friends that had been there for Katherine, her family cannot express our gratitude and appreciation for your support and kind words.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a charity of your choice or the B.C. Cancer society.

A celebration of life in memory of Katherine will be held in the Chinese Bunkhouse, Britannia Shipyards, National Heritage Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, in Richmond from 2:00pm to 5:00pm on May 10, 2014.

June passed away in Richmond on April 21, 2014, at the age of 87 after a long battle with dementia and other health issues. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Wilfrid Woodhouse Giles, in April, 2012. She is survived by her daughters, Fran (Ray) and Lorna (Adrian), granddaughter, Chanda, and four great grandsons, Devon, Zachary, Logan and Chase; along with stepbrothers, Jim, John and Bill, and stepsisters, Daphne and Anne, and other family members. June was a stay at home mom, who worked hard to provide a warm and loving home for her family. June will be missed dearly by all her family and friends. A funeral service will not be held, in accordance with June’s wishes.

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IN-FLIGHT Magazine...SOAR Magazine. This attractive business & tourism publication is published bi-monthly six times a year. Great impact for your BC Business more than 280,000 passengers fly Pacific Coastal Airlines.

Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: fish@blackpress.ca NORHAUG, Ona Everlyn (Anderson) Nov. 2, 1913 - Apr. 5, 2014 Passed away peacefully at Richmond Hospital surrounded by loving family. Born in Claresholm Alberta, she is predeceased by husband Olaf & recently by beloved daughter Susan Capadouca.

Predeceased by 5 brothers & 2 sisters.

Dearly loved & missed by daughter Sheila Dunn, son Bill (Willy) Norhaug, daughter in-law Sharon Norhaug, 9 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren & 1 great-great grandchild, sister Gynell Dawson, sister in-law Irene Anderson, many nieces, nephews & friends.

Service will be held at 1:00pm on May 10th, 2014 at First Memorial 602 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC

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A Great Janitorial Franchise Opportunity

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.

Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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EDUCATION

EDUCATION

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HELP WANTED

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

CLEANER required for early morning shift in Richmond. Please call 604-803-7144

Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING 110

TransX requires owner operator to do mostly Okanagan runs with some Caribou runs as well. We offer competitive rates and steady runs guaranteed.

2 years EXP required!!!!!!!!!!

Please call 1-877-914-0001

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SERVICE Writer/Warranty Administrator required immediately for busy Heavy Truck repair shop in Kelowna, BC. Parts and/or service experience in the industry an asset. Attention to detail, clear communication and organization skills a must.

Competitive wages and benefits reflecting experience. Please forward all resumes to jdiesel1@telus.net.

CLASS 1 CITY DRIVER Min. 2 years exp. req. Surrey or Annacis Island terminals.

Good equipment provided.

Competitive Hourly Rate Medical & Dental Benefits.

Please fax resume: 604-521-4578 or email: drivers@jbctransport.com

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This well established business servicing Strata and Commercial properties in Kamloops, B.C, comes with all the tools and equipment work trucks & trailors needed to run this business.

Signed contracts are in place, with business grossing 400,000.00 annually. For more information I can be contacted at kamloopsliving@gmail.com

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INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

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APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS

PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

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CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

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Specializing in New Roofs, Re Roofs & Repairs.

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GENERAL CONTRACTING & RENOVATIONS

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

PROFESSIONAL SALES ASSOCIATES Gregg Distributors Ltd. Is Rapidly Growing!

F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

Are YOU Interested in INDUSTRIAL SALES? Outgoing? Motivated?

LAWN & GARDEN HELP REQUIRED

Existing established territory with customer base. Training provided to help achieve your full potential.

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE

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QUALITY CONTROL

Lawn & Garden company looking for Part-Time person for work in Richmond. Tues/Wed/Thurs.

OVER 25 YEARS SERVICE

advertise in the Home Service Guide Call 604-247-3700

NIGHT TIME Restaurant Cleaners needed 7 nights/wk, lwr mainland area. 604-616-0740 leave text msg The Lemare Group is seeking a Quality Control person for Northern Vancouver Island. Coastal/Dryland sort experience an asset. Traveling required. Excellent wages plus benefits. Email or fax resumes to office@lemare.ca or 250-956-4888, Attention: Jennifer.

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LANDSCAPING

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Insured / WCB

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BUILDING & RENOVATIONS

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Plumbing • Electrical • Woodwork • Drywall • Bathrooms • Painting • Handyman • Textured Ceilings • FREE Quotes Door Repairs: Patio • Pocket • Bi-folds • Shower

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HELP WANTED

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• Plumbing Service & Repairs • Boilers & Furnaces • Gas Work

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Small carpentry jobs WELCOME! * Over 40yrs. woodworking exp.*

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

Daryl 604-817-3028

ELECTRICAL

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PAVING/SEAL COATING

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PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

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BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

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LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

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CARRIERS WANTED

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SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates.

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

Mr. SIDEWALK Power Washing *Entrances *Patios *Driveways John @ 604-802-9033 (Richmond)

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

to deliver Richmond’s #1 Community Newspaper

www.paintspecial.com

A+ Lawn & Garden - Residential & Commercial services. 604.908.3596

PARM LANDSCAPING LTD. Complete Lawn Maint. Pwr Raking, Cedar Fence Intall. 604-271-5319

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JAPANESE PRO GARDENER Lawns, Power Raking, Hedges & Trees. Free Estimates 604-839-8856

PAINT SPECIAL

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982.

WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

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MOVING & STORAGE

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

FENCING

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or email circulation@richmondreview.com

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

A+, BBB member-Low rates, Expert trouble shooter. All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774

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COMPLETE Handyman Services.

Tile, drywall, carpentry, paint, flooring. All repairs. Dan 604-761-9717

Get Paid to Exercise!

GREAT FOR ADULTS • SENIORS • KIDS

Semi-Retired w/ workshop • Custom Cabinet Design • Cabinet & Furniture Repair

Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca

CARPET CLEANING

~CHOICE CARPET CLEANING~ 604-897-6025 (24 hr) Free Est. Steam Carpet Cleaning.

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MORE THAN HANDY

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Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

HANDYPERSONS

RICHMOND RESIDENT

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We Want You!

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CONCRETE & PLACING

Call Ian 604-724-6373

POWER WASHING since 1982.

WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

Power Washing, Gutters, Windows, Maintenance, Res/Comm. Lic/Ins’d.

Free Est. Call Dean 604-839-8856

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Running this ad for 10yrs

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. .A East West Roofing & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437

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sports

Local sides in Provincial Cup hunt Richmond Richmond Adult Soccer Association’s All Blacks look to defend Keith Millar Cup

by Don Fennell Sports Editor Defending Provincial B Cup champion Richmond All Blacks continue their journey toward a second consecutive men’s title this weekend, as the Richmond Adult Soccer Association Don Taylor Cup champs play a semifinal match versus Metropolitan of the Vancouver Men’s Soccer League Saturday at 4 p.m. at Jericho turf in Vancouver.

Richmond Athletics also remain in the hunt following a 2-0 victory in Langley last weekend, setting up a semifinal date with South Burnaby Fighing Irish Friday at 7:30 p.m. on the Richmond High turf.

The Vancouver Metro Soccer League will host the tournament final May 10 at Burnaby Lake West.

Gary Ahuja photo Richmond Athletics (above right) scored a 2-0 victory over Langley United Sparta in Provincial B Cup men’s quarter-final soccer action last weekend at Willoughby Community Park.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

FIVE STAR ROOFING

PETS 477

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 551

PETS

RICHMOND

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

All kinds of re-roofing & repairs.

Free est. Reasonable rates.

778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALE Sat, May 3rd at 9am

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

9791 Finn Road Furniture, Household, Clothing & More!

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

Richmond P/B blue males & females.

Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done.

ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $800. 604-308-5665

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#1 AAA Rubbish Removal

Sunday, May 4th, 10am-1pm Free Admission - Over 75 Tables Southarm Community Centre 8880 Williams Road Ph: 604-718-8060

MUST LOVE DOGS!!!

Fostering and adoption needed for medium - large dogs. Bring a loved one home today! Call 604.583.4237 http://homeatlastdogrescuebc.ca

25 Years Serving Rmd. Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service FREE ESTIMATES

South Arm Kids Stuff Swap Meet

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

Brad’s Bin Service 604.220.5865

RICHMOND

South Arm United Church

SPRING AFFAIR Sat., May 3rd, 9am-1pm

PETS

Joe 604-250-5481 477

“JESSE AND STEVIE” NEED A GOOD HOME WITH YOU!

“JESSE AND STEVIE, ID# 326424 AND 326425, RAT CROSS, FEMALES, 1 YEARS 2 MONTHS”

TO ADOPT CALL 604-277-3100

SPCA Thriftmart 5400 MINORU BLVD • 604.276.2477

MISC. FOR SALE

627

PROUD TO SUPPORT THE LOCAL SPCA

750

AUTO FINANCING

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

SUITES, LOWER

752

TOWNHOUSES

RICHMOND QUEENSGATE GARDENS Conveniently Located From $1,600 - $1,850 Close to schools & public transportation. Spacious 2 & 3 bdrm townhouses. 6 Appl’s., balcony, 2 car garage, 2 full baths, gas f/p. 1 Year lease required. No Pets.

Professionally Managed by Colliers International Call (604) 841-2665

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Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!

1.800.910.6402

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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HOUSES FOR SALE

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:

HOMES WANTED

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

AUTO FINANCING

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Visit 5431 NO. 3 RD 604.276.2254 & 10151 NO. 3 RD Richlea Square 604.241.7586

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Richmond, Stevenson/Railway 2 bdrm ste avail June 1. $750 incl utils & ldry NS/NP. 604-272-4045

TRANSPORTATION

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Jesse and Stevie are two very friendly and curious rats. They love people and play time. They’re not yet used to being handled but these girls are very affectionate and will warm up to you in no time. Come meet these sweethearts soon!

RENT TO OWN

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CLOVERDALE - 60th and 176th Spacious 1 Bedroom Condo.

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REAL ESTATE

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OF PET THE WEEK

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Richmond’s Wayne Duzita received his 2014 BC Community Achievement Award from Lieut.-Gov. Judith Guichon (right) and Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Coralee Oakes. Duzita is a busy volunteer: he chaired the Richmond Christmas Fund, co-founded the YVR Golf for Kids Fundraiser, served as chair of Canuck Place Children’s Hospice and its Foundation and is on numerous boards.

Members of the Richmond Orchestra treated students at Donald McKay Elementary School to a musical performance as part of the Richmond Orchestra and Chorus’s musical education outreach program. The association is in the second year of its musical outreach program, which aims to demonstrate the importance of music in our schools. The orchestra will perform Beethoven’s 5th Symphony this Saturday, May 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Richmond Pentecostal Church (9300 Westminster Hwy.). Violinist Kevin Ng, who appeared in the orchestra’s Rising Stars series, will perform. Tickets are available at the door: $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and students, $6 for children under 12 and free for children under age six.

Richmond’s Michael Feller received his 2014 BC Community Achievement Award from Lieut.-Gov. Judith Guichon (right) and Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Coralee Oakes. The associate professor emeritus at the University of B.C.’s Faculty of Forestry, Feller has dedicated a lifetime to the preservation and enjoyment of our forests.

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Richmond youngsters Noreen Chan and Adrian Chan were winners in the 2014 Toyota Dream Car Art Contest. From the selection of entries, the judging panel for this year’s contest selected nine submissions to represent Canada in the global competition. The work of the Canadian finalists will now be judged against the top entries of more than 70 countries, with a select group of world contest finalists to be chosen.

Winners of the top 30 global entries will be invited to participate in an all-expenses paid awards ceremony held in Japan in August. Chris Graham from Jim Pattison Toyota presented prizes to (from left) Noreen Chan, Rachelle Yau, Adrian Chan, Jaimar Laderas and Noelle Yau.

Michael McCoy received his 2014 BC Community Achievement Award from Lieut.Gov. Judith Guichon (right) and Minister Coralee Oakes. The executive director of Richmond-based Touchstone Family Services has initiated the Restorative Justice program, the Front Porch Program—providing barrier free counselling—and the Eating Together campaign to encourage the importance of family mealtimes.

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Billionaire NBA basketball team owner Mark Cuban might have thought twice about being a part of a $1.2 million investment in Richmond-headquartered software startup Procurify if he’d first driven by their Vickers Way offices.

Even if you knew the address to this spend-management solution company, you’d be forgiven for driving past, because there’s literally no sign they’re there.

But the truth of the matter is that Cuban didn’t invest in their offices.

It is the brains behind Procurify, staffed by twenty-somethings, and their potentially game-changing software, that secured his attention and then his money.

Earlier this month, Procurify obtained $1.2 million in funding from Cuban—who owns the Dallas Mavericks—along with Nexus Venture Partners, India’s most successful venture capital fund, and the Business Development Bank of Canada.

The money will be earmarked for growing the 22-strong team, about half of which is from Richmond.

That means they’re looking for local talent, in customer and technical support, who have a zest for excellence.

Procurify’s chief operating officer Ken Loi, co-founder of the firm with Aman Mann and Eugene Dong—who serve as CEO and chief

Staff Reporter formation from anywhere in the world.

The group seeking to quash a B.C. They estimate small to mediumenvironmental assessment report that sized businesses lose $300 billion paves the way for a jet fuel tank farm to annually on such things as misbe built near Watermania and SilverCity, placed expenses. has turned to the courts for help.

One of Procurify’s clients, a busiIn a B.C. Supreme Court petition, VAness owner, said he used to field 50 POR, the local society set up in 2011 to calls a day from people requesting fight the bid by the Vancouver Airport to purchase items and needing Fuel Facilities Corporation, seeks “an orauthorization, said Brittany Whitder that the environmental assessment more, the firm’s director of comof the Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery munications. Now the owner can Project...failed to satisfy the public conapprove the requests from his tabsultation requirements” of the Environlet in just 15 minutes. mental Assessment Act. Over the past 12 months, ProcuriThe society is also seeking an order fy has seen its customer base grow that the assessment report and the from just a few businesses in a few recommendations of the executive dicountries, to hundreds of businessrector....failed to comport with the comes in 40 countries. Its clients have mon law requirements of natural justice from 50 to 1,000 employees, with and procedural fairness.” annual revenues from a few million The court bid also seeks to quash the to hundreds of millions of dollars. environmental assessment certificate.

Cambie secondary grad Herman Retired marine biologist Otto Langer, Chandi, Procurify’s vice-president a director of VAPOR, which stands for of business development, said Vancouver Airport Fuel Project Opposimost of the company’s growth tion for Richmond, said he and the sohas occurred in the last couple of ciety aren’t opposed to the operations months. at Vancouver International Airport, and Procurify managed to get Mark recognize its need for a secure and safe Cuban’s attention by shooting him supply of jet fuel for the airport. an e-mail in October 2012.

VAPOR claims the fuel consortium Much to their shock, he replied “did not seriously look at other more that same week. environmentally-friendly options...they “We thought we were dreaming,” insist it was the cheapest way to get fuel Loi said. to YVR,” and that the public “had no say Loi said the company chose to on selection of this option.” place its headquarters in Richmond Among the things that “went wrong”, in a space that could grow with the Langer noted that notification was company. flawed and the public was “largely igThat decision, Chandi said, has nored.” There was short and poor notice been a blessing for the company, and the 1,500 pages for the public to which has tapped into a lot of Richread made it “impossible” to address in mond-grown talent.

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In a year’s time, they hope to douVEHICLES, MANY He added that consultations were not ble their client base, and extend their UNRESERVED! adequate and not meaningful, and that reach into 100 different countries, all notice was short and advertisements inwhile adding talent to the team. adequate.

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Martin van den Hemel photo Procurify’s Herman Chandi, vice president of business development and Cambie secondary grad, and Ken Loi, co-founder, are all smiles after a recently completed $1.2 million investment in their Richmond-headquartered software startup.

technical officer respectively—told The Review the core vision of the company is to simplify life for every business, regardless of the position a person holds in that business.

Procurify has created a software application that helps businesses manage their day-to-day workflow, everything from helping employees with the time-consuming daily chore of filing expense re-

ports and sorting through receipts, to managers authorizing purchase orders. All this from the comfort of their smart phone, tablet or any desktop they happen to be near.

Previously, that work was all done on paper.

The company’s mobile app or online, cloud-based application enables access to business management tools with real-time in-

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