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Puck to drop on Palmer hockey academy Board gives special academy status to school to help boost enrolment BY EVE EDMONDS

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They shoot, they score. R.C. Palmer secondary has been granted special academy status to launch the district’s first hockey academy. The board voted 6-1 in favour of the district staff’s recommendation that Palmer begin accepting applications in January for the program scheduled to open next fall. “This really was a good idea,” $

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The report also notes that almost every school district in the Lower Mainland, except for Richmond, has a hockey academy and Richmond may be losing students who want that, particularly to Delta. The program, which will be open to Grade 8-10 male and female students, will take up 12.5 per cent of the students’ instructional time — that is 75 minutes every other day. Instruction will include onice as well as dry land training.

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After seven years as chair of the Richmond School Board of Education, Linda McPhail is passing the crown over to Donna Sargent who has been the vice chair for the past year and also in 2008. Debbie Tablotney was elected vice chair. McPhail said she chose not to put her name forward this year so she could focus on other commitments. “I’ve had a good run at it. I’ve really enjoyed it. I’ve had the opportunity to work with two new superintendents — that’s really exciting, but sometime being chair you don’t have the opportunity to get into the debate or go out and visit the schools.” McPhail is also chair of B.C. school trustee Linda education committee, McPhail which is something she wants to focus on. “I want some new growth opportunities, and I want other people to have some growth opportunities. I’ve worked closely with Donna and she’s more than capable of doing the job.” McPhail wouldn’t confirm or deny rumours that she may be considering running for city council next year. “I haven’t made my mind up one way or another. I’ve been thinking about it, but still have a year and haven’t come to any decision.” Sargent said the public probably won’t see a big change with her as chair as she and McPhail had worked closely together, but she is excited about the new role and the challenge of facilitating productive meetings and providing trustees with the information they need to make good decisions. Board elections are held every year in December.

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The cost of installing a climbing wall at the Richmond Olympic Oval has more than doubled to $550,000. But oval bosses are confident that the increased scale of the wall — it will be the highest indoor climbing wall in B.C. — will pull people into the facility from all over the Lower Mainland. Some city councillors, however, expressed reservations about the cost, which was originally penciled in at $250,000 as part of the oval’s retrofit and programming budget. Coun. Bill McNulty is worried about insurance premiums for people falling off the wall and that it may take up to 10 years to recoup the cash outlaid for the giant wall, with forecasts of around $50,000 per year in net revenue. John Mills, the oval’s general manager, didn’t share McNulty’s concerns. “We discovered in talking to people that are using the oval that something like a climbing wall was of high interest,” Mills said. “Insurance is not a problem, it’s a very safe pastime, is a viable business operation and offers an alternative approach to exercise.” The city’s chief administration officer, George Duncan, chipped in, saying that services such as the climbing wall, are part of the oval’s mandate to offer something different than what’s available at Richmond’s community centres. “We stated before the oval was built that we wanted to attract a different market … we have to continue to ensure the oval doesn’t replicate what we already have in Richmond,” Duncan said. City staff also jumped to the defense against suggestions from the public that the oval is being run as a private members club and is being heavily subsidized by the Richmond taxpayer. “We have hockey parents and

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Get on your marks ... Athletes, young and old, get set to test out the Richmond Olympic Oval’s new 200metre running track, which was launched on Monday. grandparents that come to watch their kids play, they don’t get charged (to come into the oval),” Mills said. “But there’s no other public entity that doesn’t have some form of exchange that has a charge. “I sense that the oval is very much not a private members club and has a sense of community and community pride.” Mills also noted that one of the things that has surprised him most about the oval is the absence of graffiti. “People seem to be incredibly respectful,” he added. And Duncan pointed out that every single city-run facility in Richmond is subsidized to a degree. “We receive significant other contributions to the oval, $17 million to date. It’s a very good deal,” he said.

The proposed climbing wall was just one of many items discussed Monday evening, as the oval presented to city council its revised priority list for programs and facilities worth $2,535,000. The wall tops that new list of must-haves, followed by a $575,000 Richmond Olympic Story wall, retractable bucket seats ($400,000) and a big screen ($300,000). Programs, worth almost $1 million, that the oval still intends to introduce, but have been put on hold until “due diligence” on their location and configuration has been worked out are: Specialized playspace for children; batting cages for softball, baseball and cricket; and executive locker rooms. Mills said the Olympic story wall could be a boon in attracting people from all over the Lower Mainland who want to “reconnect” with the

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the Seafair Minor Hockey Association, and there has been a positive interest and enthusiasm in support.” Will Kump, the City of Richmond’s facilities coordinator (who allocates all the ice time for Richmond arenas) agrees that support for a hockey academy is out there, and he would work to coordinate ice time for the school at a reasonable cost. On the note of cost, students would be charged $2,500 a year. There are no subsidies for low-income families, however district staff are hoping that through corporate sponsorship grants could be provided in the future. Sargent was clear that her concerns don’t reflect those of the board, which is excited about the program. She also noted that the academy allows the district to provide choice to students and parents, which is something she supports. The academy will require a minimum of 25 students to run. If more than 30 students are interested, the school will consider creating two classes. Another bone of contention among trustees was that of advertising. Day feels the board is tying the district’s hands behind their backs by limiting advertising to the website and school newsletters. “We should be going to other districts and advertising in their local papers, as well as our local papers.” Other trustees felt it was important to be fair to all the various school programs and not provide advertising funding to one and not others.

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Continued from page 1 “I just have some questions about academies in general,” said Sargent. The idea of focusing students on a particular activity and not providing a breadth of academic experiences is something that concerns her. While all students will be required to do their core courses, Grade 8 students, in particular, will be limited in their electives because they have fewer electives to begin with. Grade 10 students should still be able to take some electives, however. Sargents also questions just how necessary the academy is when Richmond already has a number of excellent hockey associations. “We’re in the business of education. I just don’t know how needed this is.” She points to Palmer’s soccer academy, which is currently on hiatus due to low enrolment. The report doesn’t explain the lack of interest in Palmer’s soccer academy, but trustees say they’ve heard local soccer coaches were discouraging students from participating in the academy for fear of injury from over training. Youth who are playing soccer at the rep level are already playing or practicing four to five days a week. “I would want to know this really is something the community (including the hockey associations) wants.” But they do, according to the report. “The concept of starting a hockey academy in Richmond has been shared with many parents and players who are involved in both Richmond Minor Hockey Association and

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Joshua Berner gets life sentence Joshua Berner, the 26-year-old who killed Benjamin Warland in a fight in Richmond in 2009, has been sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for 10 years. It was the minimum penalty that Berner could have faced after being found guilty of seconddegree murder by a jury on Thanksgiving Day. The sentence was handed down to Berner — whose own mother, Carol, was convicted in July of driving drunk when she struck and killed fouryear-old Alexa Middelaer in Delta in 2008 — in Vancouver on Friday. Berner’s lawyer, David Tarnow, said outside court that he plans to appeal. During his trial, the court heard that Berner and a friend, Christian Olegario, encountered Warland, 23, on a bus on Jan. 31, 2009. Berner and Olegario apparently did not know Warland, and it never became clear why Warland and the other two young men came to blows. At the sentencing hearing Friday, prosecutor Brian MacFarlane said it may never be known exactly what happened during the fight but that the jury found Berner’s actions were deliberate and intentional in causing the death. He told B.C. Supreme Court Madam Justice Sandra Ballance, however, that the circumstances did not call for any parole

$60 million capital budget approved The City of Richmond is preparing to shell out more than $60 million on a total of 72 projects as part of its 2011 capital spending program. Infrastructure spending tops the list, costing more than $27 million, followed by purchasing equipment at a price of more than $10 million. Parks ($6.8 million), land acquisitions ($5 million) and building ($3.7 million) look set to account for most of the remainder of the city’s capital spending next year. Among the highlights that were proposed by staff to city council’s general purposes committee on Monday evening were: the Alexandra District Energy Utility ($4 million); parkland acquisition ($3.4 million); replacement fire vehicles ($1.2 million); restoration of the former interurban tram at Steveston ($800,000); No. 1 Road and Moncton Street signal improvements ($800,000); public safety building renovation ($900,000) when the RCMP relocate to new building. Programs that staff propose be shelved for next year include: Shell Road street lighting from Williams Road to Steveston Highway ($100,000);

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ineligibility beyond the minimum of 10 years. Court heard both Berner and Warland had had run-ins with the law, with Berner convicted of two prior serious offences. MacFarlane said that though the court heard a great deal about Warland’s past conduct, “he was much loved and will be much missed” by his family. He filed victim-impact statements from the family, including the victim’s mother, who was in court along with other family members. David Tarnow, the lawyer for Berner, told the judge that he was shocked by the verdict and felt the jury had erred in its decision. “I can’t do anything about that,” observed the judge. Tarnow also called for the minimum parole ineligibility of 10 years. Michael Berner, Joshua’s father, told the judge that the slaying changed both his family and the Warland family forever. He said he believed that

his son was acting in selfdefence and his family was “terrified” at the prospect his son might spend the rest of his life behind bars. Berner and Olegario testified during the trial that, after getting off a bus on Cambie Road, Warland came up and sucker-punched Olegario — knocking him unconscious — and then came after Berner with a knife. Berner testified that he managed to get the knife away from Warland and, once he had the upper hand, punched him twice with the knife in his hand. Warland died from a knife wound to the temple. An ex-girlfriend of Warland had testified that he had a collection of knives and often carried one with him. The knife that killed him was never found. Berner’s actions after the fight may have appeared incriminating. Police, having received a call about a fight, briefly detained Berner and Olegario then let them go. The fact they did not volunteer information about Warland or the knife may have appeared damning in the jury’s eyes, although Justice Sandra Ballance specifically instructed the jury to not allow Berner’s actions after the fight to influence their decision. — with files from Postmedia News

upgrade of lanes adjacent to Williams Road (north side) ($2.2 million); McDonald Beach boat launch facility ($200,000). Coun. Bill McNulty said the $800,000 being proposed for upgrading the crosswalk at Moncton Street and No. 1 Road should be used to create a U.K.style intersection. “It should be where all traffic comes to a stop, pedestrians cross and then the traffic goes again,” he said. “I think that would help the people down there a lot.” Coun. Greg Halsey-Brandt was concerned that there was nothing in the budget to make more improvements to the recent extension of Lansdowne Road to Alderbridge Way. He was told by staff that, although the maintenance package for the section of road will be ramped up, the city is hamstrung by restrictions on available land and space to make the necessary improvements. The committee approved the proposed budget and asked staff to come back to them at next week’s full council meeting with more information on the completion of Lansdowne Road and a report on the conversion of what will soon be the old RCMP building.

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Christmas is a time to celebrate with family and friends, and to reflect on our to own good fortune. It is also a time when we can really help those who are struggling financially. Once again the News is publishing the wishes of some of our local nonprofit organizations, which throughout the year, provide food, spiritual help and gifts so that the needy in our community can enjoy a brighter holiday season. We call this the 12 Days of Giving. ! Richmond Food Bank Society (www. richmondfoodbank.org) They serve more than 450 households weekly — more than 1,200 people, 35 per cent of them children. Its biggest needs are protein sources such as peanut butter, chunky soup and tuna. ! St. Alban’s Church, Community Meal Program (www.stalbansrichmond. org) The Anglican Church serves up hot, healthy meals each Tuesday evening to anyone who needs one in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Every week, an average of 180 people, young and old, come to enjoy camaraderie and a free meal. The program needs cash donations to help purchase food. !. CHIMO Crisis Services (www. chimocrisis.com) CHIMO has been providing help to Richmond residents in the form of prevention, crisis support, advo-

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Oval: Go big or go home Every time Richmond Olympic Oval bosses go before city council to ask permission to spend millions of our dollars on projects and programs, they are ridden hard by some elected officials and, indeed, by a few Richmond News’ readers. Quite right, we say. This week’s bumping of the gums, however, over spending more than half a million dollars on the province’s largest indoor climbing wall and another $575,000 on an Olympic Story Wall is perhaps closing the gate once the horse has bolted. Yes, it appears on the face of it like a heck of a lot of hardearned taxpayer cash to be throwing away at a couple of fancy walls. And we’re sure there are many more deserving causes and cases across the city for a million bucks. But even before the facility was built, both city and oval chiefs have been at pains to explain that the oval must — while being accessible to the people of Richmond — be distinct from what is already on offer in other city-run community centres. In order to sustain itself, it also has to generate revenue streams other than the Richmond citizens’ wallets. And if that means constructing one of B.C.’s best climbing walls and creating a giant piece of 2010 Olympic memorabilia for folks across the Lower Mainland to flock to and reconnect with the spirit of the Games, then so be it. There is little point in our city spending $178 million on what some perceive as a glorified community centre and then — once it begins fulfilling its potential — start tapping on the brakes when it comes to putting flesh on the oval’s bones. When it comes to the oval and kitting it out with all the trimmings, you’re either in or you’re out. The city jumped in with two feet many years ago.

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The Editor, Re: “Olive branch reaches across temple battle line,” News, Dec. 3. I am perplexed to read that the temple’s spokesman and expansion architect, James Cheng, feels there are religious reasons behind some of opposition to build the 140-foot tall building on the agricultural land next to a residential neighbourhood and that if the plans were to build a cathedral, there would be no complaint. Guess what — I am an atheist with strong personal beliefs in the equal rights for everyone in the community and I oppose when ANY religion or organization is given preferential treatment. Rules have to be the same for everyone, and if one of the religions get a different permit, then the rest will follow with the escalation of the competition between them to demonstrate their value and strength. Our council has to demonstrate more consistency in following the rules and treating everyone equal. Otherwise, we could slide toward religious conflicts within Richmond in the future. It is very important that all levels of the municipal and federal bodies steer clear from religious matters and focus on the purely factual side of the problem. Olga Tkatcheva Richmond !See more letters on this subject on page 15

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Outing James compromises NDP The palace coup against NDP leader Carole James may have succeeded in removing her from the leadership, but it has created a giant crack in the unity of the party. It also raises serious doubts about the party’s ability to govern. Make no mistake: the 13 so-called “dissident” MLAs have inflicted enormous damage on their party and on their colleagues. While there’s no question James’ weak leadership was a challenge for the NDP, the method used to take her out will leave scars that run deep within a party that prides itself on embracing, among other things, giving women real political power. The party has been trying to portray itself as the “government in waiting.” This is an important image to craft, as voters have to be sure they are putting a responsible, competent bunch of people in office. Instead, the internal meltdown has portrayed the party as a clownish bunch willing to bend to the will of a minority driven by self-interest rather than the greater good of the majority. The dissidents have been described by some of their colleagues in the NDP caucus as behaving like “anarchists.” One of the dissidents, Harry Lali, has said this whole episode shows it is the end of “party discipline.” Given that how does James’ successor fare any better dealing the caucus? Jenny Kwan’s suicidebomber approach to forcing

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James out of office should give everyone in the caucus, who is considering becoming interim leader, serious pause for concern. What guarantee does anyone have that Kwan will not pull a similar stunt against them? Indeed, Kwan and her colleagues’ nuclear attack against James have wounded the credibility of those who backed James. The top talent of the NDP caucus (which does not include any of the dissidents) has been tainted by the anti-democratic actions of the minority. So how does the NDP get it together from here? Well, unless the Gang of 13 agrees to work within a caucus environment, the party has no chance of moving forward. Even if they do come back to the fold, the relations between them and their caucus colleagues have become toxic. One reason for the visceral relations is that a male-dominated minority has forced a woman leader, who was supported by the majority, from office. Nine of the 13 dissidents are male. You can imagine the anger over this development that is now seething in certain quarters of the NDP, which was supposed to be a champion of feminist

causes. To be sure, James’ leadership was dogged by questions about her ability to lead and her ability to win. But none of her detractors could point to any current evidence that there was no way she could win the next election. Poll after poll has the NDP well ahead of the B.C. Liberals. In the end, this was all about a faction of the NDP unwilling to give up control of the party and resisting James’ attempts to modernize it and move it more to the political centre. The shame of this is that it may well cost the NDP the next election. There is no doubt many people out there who do not want to give the B.C. Liberals a fourth term are now forced to look in despair at an alternative that is broken and, for now anyways, somewhat discredited. James may well have won the next election, as the centre-right coalition of the B.C. Liberals is showing its own signs of cracking. But now we’ll never know for sure. The NDP now has to go through a potentially agonizing leadership race of its own. How’s this for a scenario: the next B.C. Liberal leader calls a snap election in March, catching the NDP either leaderless or engulfed with bitter internal strife. If the NDP loses the next vote, the party can look back at the minority-led coup that took out its first female leader as it searches for the reason for the loss. Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global B.C.

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know its art from a hole in the wall.” Let’s hope that sanity will prevail and the objects (Biennale artworks) will not be bought by we taxpayers. Thank you, too, Mr. Steves for being on our side. Patricia Gannon Richmond

Let our local public artists loose The Editor, Re: “Costly art is wasteful,” Letters, Dec. 3. I couldn’t agree more with Nancy Forhan regarding such wasteful spending of Richmond’s tax dollars. I am also sure the majority of Richmond citizens would not want this waste of tax dollars. Why not spend tax on things that would

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Howard is backing a Campbell mini-me The Editor, Re: “Linda Reid to join leadership race,” News, Dec. 3. Rob Howard muses that “time is Kevin Falcon’s biggest challenge.” It appears to me that Falcon’s biggest challenges are that he has been joined at the hip with Gordon Campbell, even to the point of being able to mime the

Campbell government lies as smoothly as Gordon; and Falcon is more ideology driven and doesn’t give a whit about people’s opinions. A couple of examples: ramming through the useless truck route at the expense of Burns Bog and land in the ALR; his cutbacks in health care. It will be an interesting

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The Editor, Re: “Olive branch reaches across temple battle line,” News, Dec. 3. It is with interest that I read your article the other day stating that the CALE (Community Against Lingyen Expansion) committee has offered an “olive branch.” The interesting part is Mr. Cheng will agree IF it is “civil.” Personally, in this process I have not witnessed anyone not civil. Also, Mr. Cheng is suggesting there is an anti temple attitude. That kind of provocation I find is totally offensive and not very “civil” toward the neighbours. When the previous proposal for expansion was put forward, there was a huge cry from the neighbourhood against it for the same two

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How to recognize - and manage - stress level

In keeping with the theme of last week’s article about taking care of yourself when looking after family, a friend or neighbour, you are likely aware that caregiver stress is alive and well while many caregivers we know are not feeling very alive or well. Stress creates havoc with our health. That’s nothing new. Take a look at your

Jan Gazley

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stress level now so you can better manage your overall health and wellbeing.

Every two or three months your stress level is worth careful examination.

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One of the easiest ways to do this is to use the stress index from the booklet Coping with Stress reprinted here with permission from the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Canadian Mental Health Association. Stress can be difficult to understand. Strangely, we are not always aware that we are under stress even when it does affect our heart or our mental health. The habits and signs that

can alert us to problems may be hard to recognize because they have become so familiar. Find out what your stress level is by marking yes or no to each question in the questionnaire below. Have a close look at the questions to which you answered yes. These are the areas for change. Pick one and really work on it. To get a copy of the booklet and for other resources

Put a check beside the question if you frequently: 1. Try to do everything yourself? 2. Neglect your diet? 3. Blow up easily? 4. Seek unrealistic goals? 5. Fail to see the humour in situations others find funny? 6. Act rude? 7. Make a “big deal” of everything? 8. Look to other people to make things happen? 9. Have difficulty making decisions? 10. Complain you are disorganized? 11. Avoid people whose ideas are different from your own? 12. Keep everything inside? 13. Neglect physical activity? 14. Have few supportive relationships? 15. Use sleeping pills and tranquilizers without a doctor’s approval? 16. Get too little rest? 17. Get angry when you are kept waiting? 18. Ignore stress symptoms? 19. Put things off until later? 20. Think there is only one right way to do something?

contact the Heart and Stroke Foundation at 604-279-7130 or http://ww2.heartandstroke. ca/splash/ We’ll meet at the “corner” in two weeks. Send your questions and concerns to thecorner@hotmail.ca. Jan Gazley RN, BScN is a nurse with more than 24 years of experience. Wendy Thompson MA is a gerontologist, caregiver consultant and coach, published author and former Olympian.

21. Fail to build relaxation into your day? 22. Gossip? 23. Race through the day? 24. Spend a lot of time complaining about the past? 25. Fail to get a break from noise and crowds? Now count up the checks. Here’s what your score means: 1–6: There are few hassles in your life. Make sure, though, that you are not trying so hard to avoid problems that you shy away from challenges. 7–13: You’ve got your life in fairly good control. Work on the choices and habits that could still be causing you some unnecessary stress in your life. 14–20: You’re approaching the danger zone. You may well be suffering stress-related symptoms and your relationships could be strained. Think carefully about choices you’ve made and take relaxation breaks every day. Above 20: Emergency! You must stop now, re-think how you are living, change your attitudes and pay careful attention to diet, physical activity and relaxation.

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The West Richmond’s Third Annual Christmas Light Tour happens Wednesday, Dec. 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m. All ages welcome. Cost is $8. Register online at www. richmond.ca/register or

by calling 604-276-4300. After a tour of Richmond’s finest Christmas displays, there will be singing and hot chocolate.

Thursday

Every Thursday night

Around town

is Bingo at St. Paul Parish, 8251 St. Alban’s Rd. Come and join an evening of fun and lots of exciting prizes, while supporting programs such as community outreach, youth program, hospital visitations and

seniors outreach. Make it a date every Thursday. For more information, call 604-277-3213. Must be 19 years or older to play.

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Victor Ghirra Toy Drive in memory of “the man with the golden heart” runs now to December 11th. The Benevolent Brotherhood Society is again helping the Ghirra family to collect new, unwrapped toys for TELUS AUTHORIZED DEALERS Vancouver 551 Robson St. Bentall Tower Three Oakridge Centre Pacific Centre 2163 West 4th Ave. 2338 Cambie St. 925 West Georgia St. 689 Thurlow St. 1855 Burrard St. 3121 West Broadway 2748 Rupert St. 950 West Broadway 1707 Robson St. 1092 Kingsway 3490 Kingsway

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Call 310-MYTV (6988) or visit telus.com/optik or your nearest TELUS authorized dealer. *Offers available until December 31, 2010, to new clients who have not signed up for Optik TV and Optik High Speed in the past 90 days. Free HD PVR rental offer available on a 3 year term; current rental rates will apply thereafter. A cancellation fee applies for early termination of the service agreement and will be $10 multiplied by the number of months remaining in the term. Free Xbox 360 offer available on a 2 or 3 year term. Manufacturer’s suggested retail price of the Xbox 360 is $299.99. A cancellation fee of $13 multiplied by the number of months remaining in the term applies to early cancellation of a service agreement. Minimum system requirements apply. Final eligibility for the services will be determined by a TELUS representative at the point of installation. TELUS, the TELUS logo, Optik, Optik TV, Optik High Speed and the future is friendly are trademarks of TELUS Corporation, used under licence. Xbox 360 is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. © 2010 TELUS.

under-privileged children. Once collected, the toys, will be distributed to the Richmond Christmas Fund. Drop off at the Riverside Hall, 14500 River Rd. (www. riversidepalace.com) or call Bobby Ghirra at 604-244-7755 or Harvey Kooner at 604-671-4180. Richmond Sunrise Rotary Kicks Off Book Drive for Richmond Christmas Fund: Make a Child’s Wish Come True with a New Book. The need rests primarily with children aged 10-12 years old, and teens 13-15 years old. Collection dates are now to Dec. 10. If you wish to donate a new age-appropriate book, please drop them off at one of these locations: Seafair Gourmet Meats, #12-8671 No. 1 Rd.; Macdonald Realty Westmar, #203-5188 Westminster Hwy.; Sher-E-Punjab Radio AM 1550, #1228-20800 Westminster Hwy. or Volunteer Richmond Information Services, #190–7000 Minoru Blvd. The Richmond Christmas Fund makes holiday wishes come true for 2,000 low-income families in Richmond each year. 2010 Richmond Soccer Food Bank Challenge runs from now to Dec. 10. The RYSA U12 Dragons invites all other RYSA teams to participate in the food bank challenge. Have your team collect as much food donations as possible between now and Dec. 10. Then, bring the donations to the Boyd Clubhouse on Sunday, Dec. 12 between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The team that collects the most food will win Vancouver Giants hockey game tickets and dinner for 20. To enter your team, go to www. richmondsoccer.com. The city presents Minoru Chapel Opera Nights, a series of performances by Opera Pro Cantanti, Canada’s only repertory company, on the first Wednesday of November and December at 7:30 p.m. Tickets - $20/adults, $18/seniors and students and $15 per person for groups of 10 or more are available at the door: cash only. Seating is limited, so reserve early at operanights@richmond. ca or by calling 604-2764304.

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Learning forgiveness allowed them to let go of the anger and hatred so they could become free in their minds and make the right choices. If someone has hurt you, you may want to ask yourself, “Do I want to continue to waste energy on being upset or angry?” If you are tired of getting worked up, having sleepless nights, avoiding the person, worrying about the situation, or feeling sick from the stress, it may be time to forgive. Forgiving doesn’t mean condoning the offence. What the person did to you will still be wrong and hurtful even after you let go of the resentment — if it wasn’t wrong it wouldn’t need to be forgiven. Forgiving also doesn’t mean that you’re a doormat who is letting the person get away with what they did. If you continue to be hurt by something someone has done, they will continue to have power over you. If you move forward, you can reclaim your power from them by saying to yourself, “you can’t control me any more.” Chances are that the person who hurt you either doesn’t think they did anything wrong or won’t change or learn anything just because you are hurt and angry. You can choose to hold onto the

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I watched the second half of a movie called The Gridiron Gang on TV the other day. It’s a true story about a former football player, played by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, who forms a football team at a Juvenile Detention Centre in L.A. The coach’s goal was to use football to give the young inmates a sense of belonging outside their former street gangs and teach them what it feels like to be a winner. I tuned in at a scene where the coach is telling one of the inmates that he needs to forgive his father if he ever wants to be free from the anger and resentment. The coach explains that holding onto the bitterness and pain only gives the boy’s father power over him. The boy turned to the coach and asked, “Have you forgiven your father?” Johnson may not be an academy award winning actor, but I thought he did a pretty good job in that scene. Maybe he was able to show genuine emotion because he, like all of us, has been in the position where he was hurt by someone. The young inmates in the movie were all in the detention centre as a result of behaviour that stemmed from their anger. What many of them learned while in the program was that the anger was their real prison.

resentment in hopes that they will one day realize that what they did was wrong and apologize, but you might be waiting forever. Forgiveness doesn’t mean you’ll forget what happened or accidentally let it happen again. If you’ve learned to stay away from the person, or only share certain information with the person, or not depend on the person, then you don’t need the anger to remind you any more. Living with anger and resentment uses a lot of energy and it can make you sick with stomach problems, heart issues and skin conditions. It can isolate you from the people and activities you once enjoyed. It can prevent you from taking opportunities that are best for you. It can also get you into trouble if you are acting out of frustration or spite. In which case, the person who hurt you doesn’t care –— you’re the only person who is continuing to be punished. There are a lot of quotes about forgiveness, but this is one of my favourite: “I shall allow no man to belittle my soul by making me hate him” by Booker T. Washington. Some people worry that it’s a sign of weakness to forgive, but it’s not. Only the very strongest people are able to find compassion for a person who has hurt them and then forgive them for being flawed and not being able to do better. Danielle Aldcorn is a registered clinical counsellor Satori Integrative Health Centre.

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The goal of the park improvements is to preserve and enhance the historical, recreational and natural resources of Harbourview Park. In other words, making a good park even better. Among the planned improvements are a revamped parking lot, a new lookout with a seating area, and the restoring of native trees and shrubs.

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The new rail bridge is important too. Rail is already considered the most fuel efficient method of transportation for bulk commodities. This project supports the use of longer trains, making rail operations even more efficient. A side benefit is, by accommodating longer trains, there will be less noise from having to break trains into smaller blocks of rail cars.

Stacked timber fence: This fence will provide a safety barrier between the river and the trail, while native seeding will help to redevelop the river’s edge.

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For the ﬁrst time, visitors will be able to walk along the entire length of Lynn Creek.

Native plant restoration: Invasive plant species will be removed and replaced with native tree and shrub species. Any areas that have been disturbed will also be restored with native seeding.

Long walks along the creek.

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Perhaps the most exciting of the new additions to the park is the pedestrian walkway being built under the new rail bridge. The walkway will connect the trails in Harbourview Park to the rest of the Lynn Creek trail system, which means that for the ﬁrst time, visitors will be able to walk along the entire length of Lynn Creek. That’s great news for dog walkers, joggers and anyone else who enjoys a stroll alongside the creek.

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Getting a better Harbourview.

Harbourview Park’s trail will be extended northwards so visitors can access the shores of Lynn Creek wherever possible.

To learn about the Port’s other community initiatives, visit port metrovancouver.com.

As a neighbour to 16 different municipalities, Port Metro Vancouver is committed to running operations responsibly and sustainably. Creating a new walkway in a newly improved Harbourview Park is just one of the ways the Port is giving back to the communities in which it operates.

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lose your eyes and you can probably see the saucy, little orphan Annie belting out It’s the hard-knock life or Tomorrow. Whether you are eight or 80, most of us have seen or heard of the beloved tale of the orphan who melts the heart of business tycoon Daddy Warbucks. Annie has been around for decades, playing all over North America. The musical based on Harold Gray’s comic strip, Little Orphan Annie, has been a sentimental, classic favourite since it premiered in 1976. It’s got lovable orphans, sneaky villains, cute dogs and memorable songs. Michelle Creber left rehearsals to chat with the News. The 11year-old, who snagged the coveted role as Annie in the upcoming musical at the Gateway Theatre, is poised beyond her years. In fact, she has just returned from L.A. a few weeks ago where Michelle attended the screening of the Disney movie, The Search for Santa Paws, where she portrays yet another orphan, Taylor. “I’m really excited to play Annie again, this is my third crack at it,” said Michelle. “My first professional acting job was as Annie in 2006 at the Footlight Theatre.”

Annie is set in 1933 during the depression era. It tells the story of an orphan who escapes from the orphanage to find her parents. The tale starts when she is caught and returned to the orphanage. “It’s while Annie’s in Miss Hannigan’s office getting reprimanded that Daddy Warbucks’s assistant finds Annie and asks to take her home for the holidays,” said Michelle. “I never get tired of playing Annie because she’s so optimistic and happy.” Michelle said she couldn’t remember a time when she didn’t want to be on stage. “I think I’ve been acting ever since I could walk and talk,” she said. Michelle’s father, Michael Creber, is a professional musician and record producer, and mom, Monique Creber, is a multi-talented songwriter and music teacher. “My half-brother is a hip hop producer in Toronto,” added Michelle. “I’ve always wanted to be an entertainer … I can’t think of anything else I want to do.” The petite performer has been so busy with theatre, television and film that she cannot attend regular school, so she has a tutor. Even Michelle’s family dogs are taking part in the action. Sandycoloured Max is reprising his role

as Sandy (Annie’s beloved dog) and Marley has a walk-on role as the mutt in the alley. Timothy E. Brummund, who plays opposite Michelle, as Daddy Warbucks, has nothing but praise for his young co-star. “Michelle is a lot like Annie, she’s smart, talented and wise beyond her years,” he said. “She’s a natural on the stage, but more importantly, Michelle has a positive attitude that is very crucial for any actor.” Michelle piped in: “Timothy is a role model, I look up to him as

“I took acting lessons in Grade 8 and I liked making people laugh, it felt good.” — Timothy E. Brummond

an actor … and he’s lots of fun.” Brummund interjected and laughed: “That’s because I’m a big kid at heart.” He’s also having a great time portraying the stuffy billionaire Warbucks. “I’m normally the comedic actor,” he said of playing the more serious Daddy Warbucks. “I was a little surprised to be chosen as I thought they would want an older

actor (he is in his early forties). I was also prepared to go bald for the part but all I had to do was cut my hair short in a 1930’s style.” The veteran actor of stage, television and film described his character as “all business and consumed by it.” “Then, here comes somebody (Annie) who actually challenges him,” said Brummund. “Annie likes to help people and even though she’s rough and tough, she ends up teaching him some lessons.” Brummund grew up in Creston, B.C. — population 5,000. He said there wasn’t much opportunity for a kid who had “Hollywoodesque” aspirations. “I took acting lessons in Grade 8 and I liked making people laugh, it felt good,” Brummund said. “I knew early on that my destiny was to act.” He left Creston and attended Concordia College. “Then, I went on to Grant McEwan University where I studied musical theatre,” he said, “I was fortunate over the years to train under some incredibly talented actors and directors.” Meanwhile, both are on stage through much of the two-hour production, which begged the question: how does one memorize so many lines? “I’ve never had trouble memorizing lines,” said Michelle. “My

mom has a photographic memory and I think I do as well. “I read my lines then it’s like I can hear them in my head and they just come out on stage … I can hear this voice giving me the lines.” Brummund commits to memory much the same way as Michelle. “Acting is reacting and so the reaction you have makes you remember your line,” he added. Simon Johnston, the Gateway’s executive and artistic director, is thrilled to be reviving Annie. “Back in December 1984, Annie was selected as the first local production at the Gateway Theatre and it was a hit,” said Johnston. “I can’t think of a better holiday musical; it has a dog, a Christmas tree and Annie. “The story of Annie, set as it is during the Depression, exactly mirrors what is going on in the world and so her enduring message of hope is one we can all share.” Annie is one of the largest productions to hit the Gateway. There is a cast of 31, with 12 child actors playing orphans, as well as 100 costumes and a rotating stage. Annie opens at the Gateway Theatre on the Main Stage Thursday, Dec. 9, and runs to Dec. 31. For tickets, call 604-270-1812 or visit wwww.gatewaytheatre. com.

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new homes. The all-volunteer rescue group doesn’t operate a shelter, but depends on a network of foster homes to house and care for each precious little dog. But last summer, Lanyon’s rescue work was kicked up a notch when she was vacationing in Las

Vegas, Nev. She and her sister were enjoying the Donny and Marie show at the Flamingo Las Vegas. Donny Osmond, the actor, singer and former teen idol, was looking for audience members to participate in his Make a Difference (MAD) campaign. Lanyon’s sister vol-

Book by Thomas Meehan Music by Charles Strouse Lyrics by Martin Charnin Original Broadway Production Directed by Martin Charnin Presented on Broadway by Mike Nichols Produced by Irwin Meyer, Stephen R. Friedman, Lewis Allen, Alvin Nederlander Associates Inc., The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Icarus Productions Based on “Little Orphan Annie” by permission of The Tribune Media Services, Inc. Originally produced by the Goodspeed Opera House, Michael P. Price, Executive Director

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unteered her, and Lanyon came away with an extra $300 from Osmond’s show and instructions to turn that $300 into positive change. And Lanyon has done just that through her work with the Chihuahuas. She used the money to purchase ‘OPT to Adopt’ bracelets to educate the public to adopt an animal instead of purchasing them at pet stores. After so many puppymill chihuahua rescues, Lanyon knew that educating the public on animal adoption was an excellent way to make that $300 make a difference. But BCCR’s work doesn’t just stop at education. Lanyon says the most necessary tasks for volunteers of BCCR are to provide foster homes and help to raise funds. So many of the animals that come to BCCR are in dire need of veterinary care and they spend nearly all their funds to pay vet costs. But it’s worth it! Lanyon’s rescue has provided permanent loving homes for 26 rescued Chihuahuas this year alone. Richmond Urban Dance Company owner and dance teacher Wendy Riley recently starting volunteering with BCCR, and providing those necessary tasks of animal rescue was exactly what Riley wanted to do. She now works to help homeless Chihuahuas by inspecting new foster homes in our area and selling the Make a Difference bracelets and other BCCR merchandise at her Urban Dance Company retail shop. But right now Lanyon and Riley have been getting

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the word out that BCCR is looking for more foster homes. Surrendered and rescued Chihuahuas need temporary housing while an adoptive home can be found. Perhaps you can provide such a sanctuary? Riley says good foster families are in homes where people are typically around much of the time and the yard is safe and secure for the little dogs. If you think you might be able to provide a loving foster home, contact BCCR through their website. But in the meantime, don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to the chihuahua rescue effort by purchasing beautiful ‘Make a Difference’ bracelets and other merchandise at chirescue.org or at the Urban Dance Company in Richmond. And even if you can’t donate, you might find other ways to help by looking that the BC Chihuahua Rescue wish list at chirescue.org/ wishlist.htm. Christie Lagally is a volunteer pet columnist. View her blog at christielagally. wordpress.com.

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Lacrosse player now chasing his boxing dream BY MARK BOOTH

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One day Paul Smith hopes to wind down his lacrosse career by playing at the senior level. In the meantime, his dream is to represent Canada at the Olympics in an entirely different sport. The 18-year-old has grown up playing box lacrosse and last season helped the Delta Islanders win bronze at the Provincial Intermediate “B” Championships. For the past two years he also discovered he had another passion. “I tried boxing a couple of years ago and just loved it,” said Smith. “I always liked the idea of fighting but really didn’t know what to do. I tried jujitsu, moitie and even judo before boxing. “I like how the training is intense but casual at the same time. I don’t have to be too flexible or worry about ground work too. It just relates to life situations a whole lot more.” That’s music to the ears of Ken McInnis — owner and operator of Lights Out Boxing located on No. 6 Road. He readily admits boxing has been hurt by the popularity of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) in recent years but now has a stable of promising amateur fighters, such as Smith, with room for

more. “Amateur boxing is kind of like old school,” said McInnis who has trained a number of champion boxers over the years. “Paul tried two or three classes with me and basically got hooked on it. That’s how it usually starts.” Smith got his first taste of live action at last June’s Provincial Bronze Gloves Tournament. It took him just a minute to win his first bout and he was well-ahead in his second until a punch in the nose resulted in too much blood and a TKO loss. No wonder, McInnis was continually telling him to keep his gloves up during a Sunday night sparring session. “I have a big nose and it’s been a target my whole life,” laughed Smith, who comfortably fights in the 160-pound weight class. “I have broken it a couple of times and the blood vessels happen to be weak. I try to keep it lubricated with Polysporin but basically I have to be a good defensive fighter (to protect it).” After taking some time off following graduation and focusing on his job, Smith is back training three times a week and is expected to fight again in the coming weeks. “I would love to go to the Olympics one day, he added, “but I need to be in even better shape

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Paul Smith works out with coach Ken McInnis during a recent training session at Lights Out Boxing. I’m in now and get everything on track.” Even with a resumé that features plenty of boxing champions, McInnis’ most recognizable student is Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic. It was the Vancouver native’s rave reviews of working McInnis that has led to hockey teams asking for group sessions.

Currently, McInnis regularly trains the Seafair Bantam “A” Islanders and the junior “B” Delta Ice Hawks. “All teams do dryland training and want to do something different,” said McInnis. “A lot of people had heard about Milan coming to our club, started to think about it, and wanted to give it a try.

“It’s not about teaching kids to be fighters but rather how the training helps all aspects of the game. But definitely it gives them confidence and to be more aggresive.” McInnis has room in his boxing program for new additions. Anyone interested can call him at 604-7548658.

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL

Palmer edge top ranked Rebels to win Pt. Grey tourney

The RC Palmer Griffins have wasted little time in staking claim to being the top senior boys “AAA” basketball team in the province. The second ranked Griffins captured last weekend’s Michael Keenlyside Classic Tournament at Point Grey Secondary with a thrilling 81-79 victory over the top ranked Burnaby South Rebels. As expected, it proved to be an intense affair from start-to-finish with the Rebels enjoying a 28-20 lead after one quarter. Palmer tightened up defensively in the second quarter and went into the break trailing 38-36. A furious paced fourth quarter saw the lead change several times as the Griffins’

Vijay Dhillon and the Rebels’ Manroop Claire matched each other shot-for-shot. Palmer was leading 78-76 when Claire drained a three-pointer. Dhillon answered with a trey of his own with 40 seconds remaining and it would be the difference as Burnaby South failed to answer despite a pair of offensive rebounds. What made the win even more impressive was the Griffins playing wihtout standout Billy Cheng who was out of the country with his family. Dhillon took his spot at point guard and had spectacular outing — scoring 34 points including five three-pointers. He also drained all seven free throw attempts and walked away with tournament MVP honours.

“Vijay was very focused today and he simply refused to allow us to lose this game,” said head coach Paul Eberhardt. “He did a great job of leading us tonight from the point guard spot.” First team all-star Mike Zayas had a monster game breaking the school record with 18 defensive rebounds. He also grabbed two at the other end to finish with 20, to go along with 17 points. Jamie Madewan (15 and 13) and Ranjodh Hare (15 and 13) also enjoyed double-double performances. Hare went down with a serious ankle sprain at the beginning of the fourth quarter but, after getting a taped, showed great determination to finish the game. He was

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named the tournament’s top defensive player. “Ranjodh is quite simply one of the hardest working and toughest players I have ever coached,” said Eberhardt. Rounding out the individual honours was Maziar Arjmandi being named to the second all-star team. Palmer’s road to the final included 12137 opening round win over Sentinel and a 96-74 semi-final victory against the host Greyhounds. The Griffins will see Point Grey again today when they begin play in the HSBC Classic at Winston Churchill. Hare’s ankle sprain will make him doubtful for the tournament while Cheng also won’t be available.

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Sports Oval hosting HSBC Classic cheer event

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Panther Cheer will be welcoming over 60 high school and community all-star teams to their new home at the Richmond Olympic Oval on Saturday for the 11th annual HSBC Cheer and Dance Championships. This year’s event will feature close to 1,000 athletes, ranging from three to 18 years of age, competing in 22 divisions. The competition gets underway at 11 a.m. and will conclude with the awards ceremony at 2:45 p.m. The event is part of the HSBC Classic Basketball Tournament that will have over 100 teams participating in various divisions. They include boys and girls high school divisions, a First Nations division, a Youth with Development Challenges division and an elementary division. Thirty-five $1,000 scholarships will also be awarded following the boys champioinship game on Saturday at UBC.

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MacNeill Ravens battle for the rebound against the Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers during third place game action on Saturday at the Hugh Boyd Trojans Grade 9 Girls Basketball Tournament.

Sockeyes host Steelers in search of 9th straight win The Richmond Sockeyes will be looking for their ninth consecutive vic-

tory when they host the Grandview Steelers on Thursday night (7:30 p.m.)

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at Minoru Arena. The Sockeyes added to their streak with a 3-2 win over the Abbotsford Pilots last week. Rookie Rudi Thorsteinson netted the game winner with 1:20 remaining as the hosts battled back to erase a 2-1 deficit.

Jake Roder added a goal and an assist, while Drew Spencer also scored. James Davison turned aside 26 shots. Richmond (19-3-3) is a single point back of the Delta Ice Hawks for top spot in the PIJHL’s Tom Shaw Conference.

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It was a successful weekend homestand for the Richmond Devils as the first-year entry in the South Coast Female Amateur Hockey League swept a pair of games from the Mid Island Blackhawks, including this 63 triumph on Saturday night at the Richmond Ice Centre. (Above) the puck is cleared out of danger in front of goalie Katie Anderson. (Left) Natalie Korenic congratulates Carly Millman after her shorthanded breakaway goal. The wins improved the Devils record to 6-7-3 on the season. Their next home game is Saturday when the Fraser Valley Phantom visit the RIC Igloo rink. Game time is 7:15 p.m.

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Richmond Sports Club hosts inaugural tourney The tournament would not have been a success without the genuine and substantial support of the owners, instructors and staff of the Richmond Sports Club. For more information regarding Canadian Freestyle Karate and Kickboxing Organization, to compete in sanctioned tournament or any questions, visit www. warriorsclub.net

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GILMORE, Donald (Don) Carson February 21, 1931 – November 24, 2010. It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Don Gilmore on November 24, 2010 at the Richmond Hospital, BC at the age of 79. He was predeceased by his parents Cap and Ethel and his brothers Ralph and Bob. He will be missed by his sister Shirley; sister-in-laws, Barbara and Ila (Fred); nephews Bobby, Wayne, Andrew (Dee), Wes (Donna), Scott and Jason (Colleen); nieces Gail (Albert), Linda (Ed) and Colleen (Reno); many great nieces and nephews and friends. Don was a life long resident of Richmond where he spent most of his life farming, along with his brothers, on the family farm where they grew potatoes and raised dairy cows. He served as a Director on the BC Vegetable Co-op and enjoyed hunting in his spare time. Special thanks to Gail for her dedication to Don for the last 11 years of his life and to Dr. J. Vortel and all the other doctors and nurses at Richmond Hospital for their excellent care and compassion. Thanks to the staff and residents at Gilmore Gardens where he enjoyed living in the latter part of his life. A celebration of Don’s life will be held at Mayfair Lakes Golf Course, 5460 No. 7 Road, Richmond, BC on Tuesday, December 21, 2010 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Richmond Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

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DON GUACAMOLE’S seeking F/T Food Serv. Supervisor. Comp. highschool & sev. yrs of exp. a must. Spanish lang. an asset but not mandatory. $13.50/hr. oviedo781@hotmail.com EXTRAORDINARY LEAGUE CONTRACTING hiring F/T Carpenter-Joiner. Must have min. 4 yrs exp & high school diploma. $ 24 hr / e-res: info@exle.ca

Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. If you’ve been looking for a home-based opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work. Qualified applicants receive training, support and monthly remuneration. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door. Make it yours. Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.ca A STROKE ABOVE seeking F/T Painter. Comp. High School and Min. 3 yrs of exp. req. $25/hr. E-res: asaplimited@yahoo.com

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PURCHASING ASSISTANT

required by a leading Canadian based supplier of Horticulture solutions in Delta. This position requires a hardworking professional with great attention to detail, superb organizational skills and the ability to multitask. You have: Previous purchasing success, experience with pricing, costing and margins, strong computer skills and a minimum of intermediate Excel skills. Please submit a cover letter, resume and salary expectations. Purchaser2011@gmail.com BETON SYSTEMS hiring F/T Secretary. Previous clerical exp. and high school dipl. required. $20/hr. Fax: 604-444-4238

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DO YOU LIKE VARIETY? Downtown CA firm has an immediate opening for a parttime (3-4 days/wk) Administrative Assistant/ Filing Clerk. Your duties will include keeping our file room in meticulous order (approx 50% of job), relief reception, banking, mail and sundry other misc. jobs. Strong spoken English, good typing skills (min. 50 wpm) and attention to detail are required. If you enjoy people and like variety, this is the job for you. Send your resume to: Human Resources Rolfe, Benson Chartered Accountants 1400 - 900 W. Hastings St. Vancouver, BC V6C 1E3 Fax: 604-684-7937 or Email: reyre@rolfebenson.com

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION INSTRUCTOR CanScribe Career College offers one of the top Medical Transcription programs in Canada and we are seeking an onsite instructor to join our team. You will work under the direction of our Senior Academic Officer to help ensure the success of our student body. You take pride in your work and love helping people succeed. You have graduated from a recognized MT program and have at least 2 years’ experience working as an MT. QA and/or instructor experience is a definite asset. CanScribe offers a competitive salary, benefits, profit sharing, travel opportunities and an excellent working environment. Please email your resume with cover letter and salary expectations to jclarke@canscribe.com

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EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY with an Excellent Company! DAVIS GM in Lethbridge, AB is looking for an AUTOBODY TECHNICIAN to join their team. Please submit your resume to info@hire-standard.com or call Lorie at 403-394-2501. TECHNICIAN REQUIRED. Bow Valley Ford, Canmore, Alberta. Great working conditions in a very busy shop with great rates & full benefits package. Contact Joe Hawkeye, 403-679-2270. Fax 403-679-2271. Email jhawkeye@bowvalleyford.com

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ENSIGN ENERGY SERVICE INC. is looking for experienced Drilling Rig, & Coring personnel for all position levels. Drillers, Coring Drillers $35. - $40.20.; Derrickhands $34., Motorhands $28.50; Floorhands, Core Hands, Helpers $24. - $26.40. Plus incentives for winter coring! Telephone 1-888-ENSIGN-0 (1-888-367-4460). Fax 780-955-6160. Email: hr@ensignenergy.com. WANTED JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS. Big Lakes Dodge, High Prairie, Alberta. Top Wages, excellent benefit package and working hours. Call Tim 780-523-5007 or Email: tim@biglakesdodge.com

TRUTH IN ''EMPLOYMENT'' ADVERTISING Postmedia Community Publishing makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember. Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad. Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment. If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the Better Business Bureau at 604-682-2711, Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm or email inquiries@bbbvan.org and they will investigate.

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Auctions

Portable Classrooms for Sale

The Province of British Columbia in conjunction with School District 42 is selling via on-line auction, 4 portable classrooms, located in Maple Ridge, BC. For complete details and to bid please log on to www.bcauction.ca For further information please email: greg.lamb@gov.bc.ca

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FULL YEAR SEASONED Alder, Birch & Maple Firewood, Split & Delivered. 604-825-9264

GRAD DRESS ALERT!!

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Photo/Video/ Framing

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Lumber/Building Supplies

KITTENS,10 WEEKS old to an approved home, 3 to choose from,604-823-0009 after 4:30 pm

#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse. 6 colors available! 40 year warranty! Free shipping, the first 20 callers! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

PERSIAN KITTENS white, silver, black & tri colours. Playful & ready $350 each. 604.615.4356

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PING PONG table, brand new, standard size, $150 obo. great family gift. Call 604-241-1237

RAGDOLLS & Exotic X Kittens 604 590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

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Dogs

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Dogs

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BLK LAB pups 2 M & 2 F, family raised ready Dec 11., vet checked $600. 604-991-4158 Chilliwack

ENGLISH MASTIFF pups, M/F, p/b, papers, dewormed, 1st shots, 9 wks. $1,850. (1)-604-316-5644

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GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, shots, dewormed, parents to view. $550. 778-344-8280

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Dogs

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Metaphysical

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Horses

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Cares! The Richmond News has partnered with the BC SPCA to encourage responsible pet guardianship and the humane treatment of animals. Before purchasing a new puppy, ensure the seller has provided excellent care and treatment of the animal and the breeding parents. For a complete guide to ﬁnding a reputable breeder and other considerations when acquiring a new pet, visit spca.bc.ca.

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Financial Services

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Personals

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Baby/Children/ Miscellaneous

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Business Opps/ Franchises

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Condos/ Townhouses

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Houses - Sale

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Apt/Condos

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Apt/Condos

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North Vancouver

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Lots & Acreage

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Mobile Homes

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Okanagen/ Interior

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Apartments & Condos

1 & 2 bdrm apt w/balcony, West exp, incld ht, hw, cable, prkg, locker. Quiet Bldg, elev, coin laund, NO SMOKING, NO PETS frm $950/m avail Jan 1 & 15. 604-241-3772

ACROSS

1. Wainscot 5. Glasgow inhabitant 9. Rural Free Delivery (abbr.) 12. Dry 13. Digital transmitting device 15. Picasso’s mistress 16. City historically called Jassy 17. White poplar 18. Fevers associated with malaria 19. Reciprocal of ohm 20. A way of coursing 22. Chinese kingdom, 304-439 AD 25. At all times 26. Being the ﬁrst or preliminary stage

DOWN

1. County in China 2. Ancient name for Syria 3. Restaurant clean up person 4. Unequivocally detestable 5. Senior ofﬁcer 6. Adult male swan 7. A lyric poem 8. Broadcasted on TV 9. Finger millet 10. Roman satyr 11. The least desirable portion 14. Princess of Colchis 15. Emerald month 21. Medical moniker 23. Possessed 24. Mongolian capital __ Bator 25. Issue forth

27. ___ Farrow, actress 28. Yuppie status car 31. To have 32. Pairs with Mamas 34. What we breathe 35. Pre-2002 Austrian money unit (abbr.) 36. Hawaiian geese 38. Point midway between S and SE 39. Decorate a cake with frosting 40. Military school student 42. Barbie’s boyfriend 43. Port in SW Scotland 44. Egyptian goddess 45. A fencing sword 26. Tobacco 28. Court game 29. One who hoards money 30. Small brown songbirds 31. First Chinese dynasty 33. Intersect to form a cross 37. Scottish tax 41. A citizen of Bangkok 44. Face coverings 46. Sir James Whyte and Shirley Temple 47. Atomic # 58 49. Chadic 50. Segments of a circle 51. The distribution of playing cards 52. Grab

47. Fitted instrument container 48. River sediment 49. Lunacy 53. ___ Dhabi, Arabian capital 55. The size of a surface 56. Sacred Muslim shrine 60. Walking aid 62. Striker’s replacement 63. Sedate 64. Klu Klux __ 65. Language of the deaf 66. Consequently 67. Kill a dragon (var. spel.)

54. Two-toed sloth 57. Swiss river 58. Not small 59. Rapid bustling movement 61. Point midway between NE and E

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