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PR machine chips away at COVID conﬁdence public, letting everyone know that a case has been identiﬁed but the store is going over and above sanitizing, notifying and reinforcing hygiene procedures to ensure everyone’s safety.

Eve Edmonds

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To tell or not to tell — this is the critical public relations question for many organizations when a case of COVID-19 has been identiﬁed.

What you won’t ﬁnd on that list, however, are a number of exposures in Richmond at shopping centres and grocery stores.

Which brings me to Steveston Pool.

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It seems of all organizations that would opt for “an abundance of caution” when it comes to public safety, it would be our public institutions, whose very mandate is to serve the public good.

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So, even if there was a case, the city is not legally obliged to tell the public as long as adequate contact tracing is done. But what about the moral obligation?

We have heard from numerous sources that an employee at the pool tested positive for COVID. Emails, phone calls and texts have come in from all manner of people, those who work there, those who swim there, those who just know people there. When we asked the city about the rumours, we were told the city would not

In most of those cases, the health authorities did not require the general public be made aware, as it was determined the risk to the community at large was minimal. Regardless, “out of an abundance of caution” (which is how most of these press releases begin) the business chose to go

Eve Edmonds

“During contact tracing, our Public Health team does a thorough assessment of where the person has been during their infections period and if there was any risk of public exposure. Depending on the type of interactions a case has had and the measures and safety plans in place at the time, we are often able to identify and notify all close contacts directly and determine there is no further risk.”

But even if people get spooked and choose to avoid your business in the short term, I have to believe they will soon return, knowing you’re an organization that is transparent and goes beyond the minimum public health requirements.

If you take a look at Vancouver Coastal Health’s website under “Current Public Exposures” you’ll see a list of bars, restaurants, beaches and hotels where addresses, dates and times are listed.

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When we asked if the city wasn’t required to inform the public if indeed there was a case, we were directed to VCH protocol regarding public notiﬁcations. It reads:

I imagine that’s not always an easy decision. No business wants to be the cause of greater spread, but such a public notice could be devastating. Who wants to dine at a restaurant where a server tested positive for COVID?

Clearly, if public exposure is deemed relatively high, that information has to be made public.

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LETTERS Time to nail the speeders Dear Editor, With the reopening of schools, I hope that those who drive slow down and be aware of children at all crossings. For the last ﬁve months during COVID-19, I have done a lot of walking in many Richmond neighbourhoods. To my dismay, I ﬁnd that cars rarely slow down when travelling the streets of Richmond. Many cars are well over the speed limit and pay no attention to marked crosswalks and zoom through. Many times I have been the deer in the headlights with cars whizzing through the crosswalk, even one occurence with a marked RCMP car with its driver too busy looking at his computer screen.

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Dear Editor, Thank you for running the article about my husband, Geoffrey Clay-Smith, who survived childhood polio to have the effects of post polio, 66 years later, causing him to be a quadriplegic, after a fall inside the house. The information in the article speaks to the after effects of a pandemic that ran amok in the ‘50s, caused by a virus that is largely contained due to a vaccine. Hopefully, when the COVID-19 vaccine is released, people will enthusiastically participate to wipe this threat from the planet.

I have never seen a comment on this from those in charge but they need to take action.

The article also mentioned Geoffrey’s GoFundMe site. The amount raised, and very gratefully received, has gone towards a wheelchair and some renovations. Unfortunately, it still falls short of the amount for which we were aiming, so anyone who would like to help by donating is welcome to do so.

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Let’s get the RCMP to recognize this problem and put some serious enforcement in place before someone is killed by this nonsense.

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Moral purists require clarity Today’s moral purists attack early leaders, such as John A. MacDonald, Canada’s founding Prime Minister, and Matthew Begbie, B.C.’s ﬁrst Chief Justice. If we are going to remove statues of anyone in history who offends current sensibilities, to be consistent, we must also remove all symbols recognizing all early political leaders, all WWII veterans, the Christian church and everyone else. Virtually all founding leaders of western democracies were white males. They restricted voting and property rights to white male property owners. “Clearly” they were racist, classist and anti-woman. Expunge them all! All Allied forces in WWII were allies of the Stalinist Russians. Stalin was a repressive and murderous leader. “Clearly,” our troops, being allied with Stalin, were complicit in his atrocities. Expunge them all! For clarity, I’m not proposing any of that. But that’s where today’s moral purists inevitably lead us if there’s any principle behind their demeaning of early leaders. Those early leaders were not perfect, but they were visionary and inspirational. So let’s discuss their ﬂaws, but don’t try and pretend that we don’t owe a lot to their leadership.

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Mall sends out Man drowns COVID-19 alert in Howe Sound Kirsten Clarke

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Richmond Centre shopping mall is alerting its store owners and managers after one of the mall’s tenants reported a conﬁrmed case of COVID-19. In a notice issued Friday, Sept. 4, Richmond Centre’s general manager, Sheila Luft, stated that a COVID-19 case had been conﬁrmed at Zara. Luft said the store “acted quickly and responsibly by immediately contacting Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), and arranged for a deep-cleaning of their store,” in addition to notifying the shopping centre — which is owned by Cadillac Fairview — of the case.

“We have been in contact with Zara and VCH and at this point in time there is no further action required and the building can remain open for business,” the notice reads. Luft also urged all of the centre’s tenants to follow Zara’s example and alert health authorities and Cadillac Fairview immediately in the event of a confirmed or suspected COVID-19 case among any of their staff, customers or contractors. Richmond Centre propery manager Julie Lauzon confirmed the case in an email to the Richmond News, but did not provide further details. Last month, the shopping centre issued a notice alerting store managers of a confirmed case in Vans.

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A Richmond man who went into medical distress while swimming off the northern tip of Keats Island in Howe Sound Sunday afternoon, has died of an apparent drowning. Keats Island is northwest of Vancouver, offshore from Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast. Sunshine Coast RCMP said the victim, who was in his 40s, had been out on a boat charter with friends and had gone swimming a few minutes before he was found in distress.

Home surrounded during arrest A major police incident led to sections of Richmond city centre being cordoned off last week. Around 7:30 p.m. Sept. 2, residents in the area of Eckersley Road — close to Cook Road and Granville Avenue — reported on social media hearing sirens, a voice on a P.A. systems and loud bangs. Witnesses said they also noticed someone in the neighbourhood being led away in handcuffs.

Emergency Health Services called police to assist at about 4 p.m.

The vicinity was sealed off by Richmond RCMP shortly afterwards, with no trafﬁc being allowed in or out until around 8:30 p.m.

“Police arrived at the Gibsons government dock and met paramedics, Coast Guard and Gibsons Fire Department who were all assisting with the male then determined to be deceased,” RCMP said.

Police told the Richmond News that an arrest was made as part of an “ongoing investigation into a residential” break and enter.

The BC Coroners Service is now investigating to ofﬁcially determine the man’s cause of death.

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The wife of Delta police Chief Neil Dubord will not be charged following an investigation into an alleged altercation with a Richmond teacher near the Dubords’ property on Centennial Beach in June. The BC Prosecution Service has announced that rather than charges, Lorraine Dubord will face alternative measures. “The BC Prosecution Service (BCPS) can conﬁrm that this matter has been referred to BC Corrections for consideration of an ‘alternative measures’ resolution,” said spokesperson Dan McLaughlin. “If the person alleged to have committed an offence in this case enters into and successfully completes an Alternative Measures agreement there will be no prosecution.” The alleged incident took place on June 6, when Richmond teacher and Surrey resident Kiran Sidhu was making her way back to her parked car after a so-

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and recommended charges against Dubord of one count of uttering threats for allegedly threatening to push Sidhu off the rocks and one count of assault for allegedly spraying her with the hose, Sidhu told the Delta Optimist.

Unfamiliar with the beach area, and with the tide coming in, Sidhu said she was forced to climb onto rocks, which are on public property, to get to where her car was parked. As Sidhu walked across the rocks, she said Dubord yelled at her over the fence from her backyard to get down, but with the tide coming in, Sidhu said she was unable to do so.

The RCMP investigation was initiated after Sidhu was not happy with how the Delta Police Department handled her case and after she logged a formal complaint with the department.

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Both Dubord and Sidhu exchanged words and Dubord left their altercation only to return moments later where she allegedly sprayed Sidhu with a garden hose. Surrey RCMP investigated the incident

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“I spoke with Crown and they informed me, as well as the Dubords, that they are not pursuing charges but they are recommending the alternative measures process,” she said.

Sidhu said Crown explained the process very well, saying that even if they went ahead with charges it would have likely resulted in an absolute or conditional discharge. “I get some input here, potentially, so that is never a bad thing to involve the victim in the process,” she said. “She will be held accountable in some way, but I’m also disappointed even more so with the Delta police. When I ﬁrst reported it, it went nowhere. The RCMP found two charges that they thought were strong enough for Crown to consider. Delta didn’t even go there, so that is so shady to me. “I feel validated in that Crown and RCMP kind of validated that this thing that happened to me was assault.” The Ofﬁce of the Police Complaint Commissioner is still investigating misconduct allegations related to how the Delta Police Department handled the case. Search Delta police for full story online at Richmond-News.com

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The City of Richmond estimated there has been a revenue shortfall between $3.4 to $4 million every month during the pandemic, but some of this has been offset by not hiring seasonal workers, laying off auxiliary staff and not filling vacancies. A large chunk of the shortfall in revenue is due to the closure of River Rock Casino. The city budgeted receiving $14.5 million in gaming revenue in 2020, but with its closure in March, revenues so far this year have been $2.71 million, or about 19 per cent of what was expected. The gaming funds were earmarked for debt financing, grants, the RCMP (four officers), capital reserves, council community initiatives and the

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The Oval Corporation had a deﬁcit of $483,000 at the end of the second quarter, but city staff clarifed ﬁnances are “trending in the right direction” and projections show the year should end with a surplus of $500,000.

The report went to council’s first finance meeting of the fall session on Tuesday afternoon with information about its fiscal situation, including details on the impact of the pandemic. The community safety budget was almost $500,000 over budget in the first half of 2020 largely because of the community ambassador program, lower business licence revenue and less parking revenue. The cancellation of Richmond Night Market is cited as the biggest contributor to the 60-per-cent drop in business licences in the second quarter of the year as compared to the same period last year. A total of 246 businesses licences were issued by the city in the second

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House prices continue to rise While the COVID-19 pandemic has had a signiﬁcant impact on city revenues as well as bringing the Metro Vancouver unemployment rate up to 13.1 per cent, house prices are not declining. The home price index (HPI) in Richmond for a single-family home was about $1.5 million in the second quarter of 2020, up by 1.8 per cent compared to last year. Townhouse property prices also increased by 1.5 per cent with the HPI at $791,100 while apartments sit at $650,700 with an increase of 3.5 per cent compared to the second quarter of 2019.

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A new mental health and addictions initiative is designed to help combat stigma and shame that students in Richmond may feel when reaching out for help, and ensure they get that help immediately. “I’ve met with people who work in the ﬁeld of mental health and substance abuse in Richmond, as I have across the province, and stigma is still a very huge barrier in reaching out for help,” said Judy Darcy, B.C.’s minister of mental health and addic-

tions.

She made the announcement last week at Thomas Kidd elementary.

“The fact that there is actually a team that will be part and parcel of the school district and the community, I think will be an important way of bringing down the walls of silence and people feeling less shame and stigma about reaching out for mental health support,” she said.

Richmond School District is one of ﬁve districts across the province chosen to have new “integrated child and youth (ICY) teams”, which will work to ﬁll gaps in the current mental health and substance use care system for anyone aged 18 or younger.

Other districts included in last week’s announcement are Coast Mountains and Okanagan-Similkameen.

Darcy said the teams will work with the school district to make sure that youth who need mental health or addictions help get it immediately.

Districts were chosen based on an assess-

They join Comox Valley and Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows, which received funding for the ICY teams last year.

ment of existing child and youth supports in the communities, the readiness of the school districts and the needs of the students, said Darcy. Meanwhile, overdose calls in Richmond increased in July, as B.C. marked its third straight month with more than 170 deaths from illicit drug overdoses. In July, there were 34 overdose calls in Richmond, which is higher than the city’s monthly average of 19 to 20 calls, according to BC Emergency Health Services. So far this year, nine people have died from an overdose in Richmond, two in July.

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Richmond City Council wishes to ﬁll vacancies on the following Advisory Committees/Boards/Commissions: Persons interested in serving the community, in a volunteer capacity, on any of the below Advisory Bodies are invited to submit an application, along with a resume, to the attention of the City Clerk’s Ofﬁce, no later than Monday, September 21, 2020. • Advisory Committee on the Environment • Aquatic Services Board • Board of Variance • Child Care Development Advisory Committee

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Please refer to our website at www.richmond.ca/cityhall/council/boards/advisory to view the respective committees/boards/commissions:

1. Information on the purpose or mandate 2. Terms of Reference (if applicable)

4. To download an Advisory Body Application form.

3. Staff contact information Application forms can be obtained on the City website at www.richmond.ca/cityhall/ council/boards/advisory or by phone 604-276-4007.

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To safely facilitate the work, a complete road closure is required • at the rail crossing on Alderbridge Way, just east of Shell Road

• Economic Advisory Committee

• Heritage Commission

The City of Richmond’s Engineering and Public Works Department and Canadian National (CN) Railway have scheduled joint demand rail crossing maintenance and paving on Alderbridge Way east of Shell Road.

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• Intercultural Advisory Committee

Alderbridge Way at Shell Road for CN rail crossing work September 19 to 20, 2020

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Vigil remembers ‘violent’ HK event Valerie Leung

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A vigil was held at Aberdeen Centre Station Aug. 31 to remember a “violent” event that happened in Hong Kong last year.

Richmond’s Aberdeen Centre Station was lit up with candles, photos and a Lennon Wall on Aug. 31 in commemoration of one of many “violent” events that happened in Hong Kong last year. The vigil was organized by the Vancouverites Concerned About Hong Kong (VANCAHK) group in memory of the 831 incident. The 831 incident refers to the night Hong Kong police “indiscriminately” hit ordinary citizens and those passing by at the Prince Edward train station in Hong Kong, according to Jody Chan, spokesperson for VANCAHK. The Aberdeen vigil was a way for Hong Kongers and protesters to “remember, heal and commemorate” what has happened, and continues to happen in Hong Kong. “Aug. 31 of last year opened the eyes of many Hong Kongers,” said Chan, adding

Hong Kongers are still ﬁghting for justice. “On the anniversary day of Aug. 31, we (Hong Kongers) are still speaking the truth for that night in Hong Kong.” The Aberdeen event, said Chan, saw a total of 200 to 300 people who dropped by within the hour the event was held. In order to follow COVID-19 restrictions, only 50 people were allowed in the “event space” at any time and visitors were asked

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ing station,” where people wrote painful memories on a piece of paper and burned them. The last station was the “station of hope,” which was similar to a Lennon Wall — a symbol of positive quotes and messages for those suffering. “It was amazing to see so many people in Vancouver coming out,” said Chan, adding many people paid their respects quietly and left shortly after. “There were only just a few corners for people to express themselves and that’s what we could do.” While the event was generally peaceful, Chan said, one person became confrontational and began taking pictures of the participants. Eventually, he had to be escorted away by the Richmond RCMP because he wasn’t willing to provide his contact information as required for contact tracing. “Hong Kongers have a bit of PTSD with people taking their photos because a lot of pro-Beijing folks have behaviours like that.” But he was only one person, “so it ended all right,” Chan added.

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Cops for Cancer bike stolen Alan Campbell ACAMPBELL@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

A racing bike set to be used in two weeks in the annual Cops for Cancer charity ride has been stolen — from a police ofﬁcer’s Richmond porch. The $1,500, 10-speed Louis Garneau bike had been locked up on Const. Lee Marten’s porch in Burkeville until sometime in the early hours of Friday. That’s when the Vancouver Police Department ofﬁcer realized it had been taken, just a matter of days before he was due to set off on his fourth Cops for Cancer ride, in aid of the Canadian

Cancer Society. “It’s pretty quiet here as far as crime goes; it’s very unusual,” Marten told the Richmond News on Tuesday. “I’ve been checking Craigslist and other places like that. It’s likely just being used for a few days, then it’ll be stolen by another criminal. “It will end up abandoned somewhere when they realize how hot it is.” Marten explained how participants get issued a new bike every spring by a bike shop, which works in conjunction with the charity. “The shop partners with Cops for Cancer and they

buy and distribute the bikes on behalf of the charity,” added Marten. “We train with that bike until the tour ride in September. The shop is giving me a rental bike to train with and do the tour.” It’s not the ﬁrst time one of the tour rider’s bikes has been stolen, explained Marten.

each night after their ride around B.C. This year, due to the pandemic, the ride on Sept. 21 will be trimmed to ﬁve days, still clocking 100 kilometres a day, but with the riders in smaller groups and returning back home every night. For anyone who is offered the bike for sale or has possession of it, Marten had some words of advice.

“Last year, a bike was stolen from the back of a police vehicle while we were all inside a Coast Capital downtown, during the tour,” he said.

“They can drop it off at any police station or call the police and we’ll come pick it up. No questions asked,” he said.

Normally, the tour takes nine days and 900 kilometres to complete, with the tour riders staying in hotels

“But if you’re caught with it, you might be facing charges of theft or possession of stolen property.”

Const. Lee Marten with his bike before it was stolen. Submitted photo

Council votes to demolish Dad of autistic teen ‘decorative wall’ thanks Mounties Kirsten Clarke KCLARKE@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Richmond city council has voted to demolish a “decorative wall” and watercourse crossing, which it says are unauthorized and obstructing an “integral part” of the city’s drainage network. Staff asked council to impose remedial actions on the owners, requiring them to demolish the wall and remove the debris and the unauthorized watercourse crossing and complete restoration work for the watercourse — with a deadline of 5 p.m. on Oct. 30, 2020. If they fail to comply by the deadline, the city will take on that work, estimated to cost $58,400, which the owners would be expected to pay back. A city staff report recommended the inﬁll and culvert in the watercourse fronting a property — at 13740 Westminster Hwy. near No. 6 Road — be declared as having “obstructed, ﬁlled up or damaged” the watercourse, and the decorative wall over that watercourse be declared as “creating an unsafe condition.” The report states that the “current unauthorized conditions” have resulted in surface ponding in front of the property and a neighbouring church.

City staff originally requested the owners comply with regulations by Sept. 30, 2019, and mailed and hand-delivered letters to the property prior to that date. However, the owners didn’t comply and staff began issuing ﬁnes on Oct. 30, 2019.

Those fines total $8,500, which to date have not been paid, according to the report. Unless someone has a permit to do so, it’s not permitted to place any fill or material in a watercourse crossing in Richmond, under city bylaw. In this particular case, the city rejected the watercourse crossing permit application for the property — received Jan. 8, 2018 — because the watercourse is in a Riparian Management Area (RMA), which is not eligible for an infill. Since then, however, the owners of the property have installed a culvert and infilled the watercourse without a permit and, in 2019, constructed the decorative wall, which the report says “has started to fail.” “As a result, the unauthorized watercourse crossing cannot be removed without subjecting workers to the safety hazard of the decorative wall potentially collapsing on the work area,” reads the report.

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The father of a Richmond autistic teenager, who was allegedy punched at a school basketball court, is expressing his thanks to the Richmond RCMP for helping his son during this difﬁcult time. Harris First said the RCMP “deserves all the credit in the world” for how they have handled his son’s case. “(The RCMP) has managed to place my son in a good state of mind,” said First, adding they encouraged his son to “keep looking forward … keep learning and playing basketball.” First told the Richmond News two RCMP ofﬁcers came out to visit and spent some time with his son a week after the incident. “The two detectives involved in the case found time to play basketball with my son to help him get back to ‘normal’ as much as possible,” said First, adding they reassured his son it was their “job to catch the bad guys.” “I will never, ever forget what they did for my son, I simply am indebted forever.” First’s son had been playing basketball at Richmond Secondary around 7 p.m. on Aug. 21 when a male suspect allegedly punched him, despite being told the teen

had a developmental disability.

The victim had a large cut on his lip and a concussion. While an arrest has yet to be made, First hopes someone with information on the incident will step forward and call the RCMP or the anonymous line. Meanwhile, Richmond-based AutismBC is asking people to show more understanding and respect towards those with special needs following the incident in Richmond, as well as another in Surrey last week, also involving a youth on the autism spectrum. In the Surrey incident, a teen on the autistic spectrum was allegedly punched by a middle-aged man at Central City when the teen allegedly hit the man in the chest after “ﬂapping his hands around him” to tell others to socially distance from him. While individuals on the autism spectrum can display behaviours that appear aggressive, in reality they are usually driven by anxiety or lack of comprehension, AutismBC explained in a release. “Aggressive behaviour of any kind, particularly of an adult to a child is unacceptable under any circumstances,” added the release from AutismBC; furthermore, it’s important for the public to respond to individuals on the autism spectrum in a “caring and empathetic way.”

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“As before, the smell of smoke on the dike was very evident and as before, it was left to smoulder.

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A Richmond resident is once again warning the public to keep their eyes peeled and noses in the air for a ﬁre on the West Dyke Trail.

“I called (the ﬁre department’s) non-emergency line and was advised someone will be dispatched. “I did some work to put out the embers. Given today’s expected high (temperatures), better to be safe than sorry and give the area a good soak.”

The man, who only wanted to give his ﬁrst name, Martin, told the Richmond News in April how he investigated the campﬁre smell on the dike about 200 metres north of Blundell Road.

A spokesperson for Richmond Fire-Rescue said the area in question is “well known to them” and that they have “frequented it many times in the past.

Back then, he discovered the smouldering remnants of what appeared to be a boozy campﬁre party, partly hidden in the trees.

“If people observe a ﬁre or illegal burn, we ask them to call 911 immediately.

Last Friday, Martin followed his nose once more while out for a walk and, again, it took him to the exact same spot.

“Open ﬁres are not allowed at any time in the City of Richmond and we appreciate the care and tenacity of the community when it comes to reporting illegal ﬁres.”

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Lee was issued the $70 ticket in July by a City of Richmond bylaw ofﬁcer, after he stopped on Saba Road — near Westminster Highway — to let his wife out as near as possible to their acupuncturist’s clinic. He told the Richmond News he thought the driver of the pickup truck parked right outside the clinic was getting ready to leave, so he stopped to let him out. However, the “driver” in question turned out to be a city bylaw ofﬁcer, who “popped out” from behind the truck and took a photo of Lee’s wife, Priscilla, getting out of their SUV. Feeling mightily aggrieved — given that it was only a few seconds and that both he and wife can’t walk too far due to being injured in a motor vehicle accident — Lee refused to pay the

Christopher Lee tried and failed in his ﬁght over a $70 ‘stopped vehicle’ ticket in Richmond. Photo submitted ticket and took the matter to Richmond Provincial Court.

travelled portion of a road and obstructing trafﬁc is prohibited.

“I couldn’t believe it when I got the ticket. I didn’t even know this bylaw existed,” said Lee. “I honestly thought the pickup truck was about to leave, that’s why I stopped. But we were so close to (the clinic) my wife just got out, as it was safe to do so.”

A spokesperson for the City of Richmond said that the court’s adjudicator, in making their ruling, said the “bylaw does not concern itself with why a vehicle may have been stopped, but whether or not the vehicle actually was stopped in contravention of the bylaw.”

However, the court didn’t see it his way and it was determined a couple of weeks ago that there was no evidence presented to suggest the vehicle did not violate the trafﬁc bylaw, which states that stopping a vehicle in the

“At no point did I step out of the car,” added Lee.

Lee felt the ticket — which is now $95 after he lost the court decision — was totally unnecessary and a little common sense could have been applied.

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FortisBC is applying to Metro Vancouver to increase its maximum permitted sulphur dioxide emissions eight-fold — from 3.4 tonnes per year to 28 tonnes per year — at its Tilbury liqueﬁed natural gas (LNG) plant across the Fraser River from Richmond. But FortisBC said 28 tonnes is the maximum emissions possible and they don’t expect to ever reach that amount, something Metro Vancouver’s Kathy Preston, program manager of air quality regulation, conﬁrmed. In fact, Preston said, FortisBC had a temporary permit to emit 160 tonnes

per year but they never got anywhere near that amount and have since changed the technology they use. FortisBC spokesperson Trevor Wales pointed out the amount of emissions in the application, 28 tonnes per year, is the theoretical amount, but the facility would operate in a way that this amount would never be reached. A 46,000-cubic-metre storage tank was part of the ﬁrst expansion phase at the Delta plant, located across the south arm of the Fraser River from Richmond. FortisBC has applied for further expansion, something Richmond city council is opposed to. Preston pointed out the process to get a permit amendment is an arduous one with lengthy emissions reports that are carefully critiqued by

Metro Vancouver air quality staff. To increase its sulphur emissions, FortisBC has to compile a rigorous report that estimates how much will be released and where it will be dispersed — this report is then sent to Fraser Health, the health authority where the plant is located, to assess its health impacts. The report includes information like the surrounding topography, the sources of the sulphur, temperature, height of stacks and velocity. The report will also include information about concentrations of sulphur at points on a grid as well as at “receptors,” for example, schools, businesses and residential areas. Search Tilbury for full story at Richmond-News.com

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Students were welcomed back to class on Tuesday at Richmond Christian School.

Susanna Henschel also said she has faith in the teachers is confident her two daughters will be taken good care of. “I am impressed with the school, and they have gone above and beyond, such as making sure all high-frequency touchpoints have been wiped down and ensuring good hygiene for students,” said Henschel, adding that “she isn’t too concerned.” Hailey and Marissa, Henschel’s daughters, said they have been following the teachers’ guidance and are constantly washing their hands to maintain good hygiene. Public schools open Thursday Public school teachers spent Tuesday and Wednesday preparing for the return of students, which included COVIDspecific health and safety training. Last-minute changes to learning options came down the pike last week as the Richmond School District was able to offer transitional learning to Grade 8 and 9 students thanks to federal funding and the province allowing them the flexibility to do so. The school district is expecting 65 per cent of elementary students and 95 per

Seismic upgrade projects ﬁnished As students return to Richmond schools, some will be starting in newly upgraded facilities.

Richmondite Stewart Chen said he felt a bit nervous and hesitant about sending children back to school. However, his grandson has been looking forward to seeing friends and kept asking him when he can go back to school. “For children, the happiness of being with friends outweighs fear and anxiety. As parents, what else we can do,” said Chen, adding he thinks Richmond is relatively safe and strict protocols have been implemented by Richmond Christian School.

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Seismic projects at Cook, Tait and Ferris elementary schools and Hugh Boyd Secondary have ﬁnished, adding some new classrooms and a new tech wing at Hugh Boyd.

Hailey and Marissa attended their ﬁrst day of school on Tuesday. Pictured here with mother Susanna Henschel. Nono Shen photo cent of secondary students back in the classroom on Thursday. The rest have chosen transitional learning — at-home remote learning connected to a student’s home school for a limited time. After the options for learning were laid out in the survey, a group of Richmond parents petitioned the school district to allow secondary students the option of transitional learning, something that 37 per cent of elementary students originally chose. Last Thursday, the school district opened this up to Grade 8 and 9 students, however, the option of distance learning for these students was then taken off the table. Scott Robinson, district superintendent, said the school district has tried to build ﬂexibility into its plan and improve teachers’ online teaching capabilities in case schools need to roll back to home learning. — Kirsten Clarke and Nono Shen/ Richmond News

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Richmond’s two Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps have made simultaneous changes of command this month.

ing them safe, engaged and trained with employable skills.” Enhanced safety procedures are in place at both cadet units, similar to ones found at a dentist’s or doctor’s ofﬁces.

On Sept. 1, Major Blomme took command of 2947 “39 Service Battalion” from Capt. Jeff Ng, who had helmed the award-winning corps since 2016. Meanwhile, Ng has taken command of 2381 “BCR (Irish Fusiliers)” as his next assignment.

Capt. Jeff Ng (centre) has moved to a new role.

“These changes of command represent the next stage of growth for Richmond’s Army Cadet programs,” said Ng.

cadets and staff members is of the utmost priority.

“COVID is at the top of everyone’s minds right now, the safety of our

Kylie Chan spent six months making soaps and selling them at Garry Point Park.

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NSHEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM An 11-year-old girl from Richmond is donating $500 to show her appreciation for health-care professionals from Richmond Hospital and “make the world feel better.” To some, the $500 doesn’t sound like a lot of money, but each penny comes from love and support from the local community, according to Kylie Chan, who spent six months making soaps from scratch and selling them at Garry Point Park during weekends. The whole idea started with Chan’s birthday gift — a soap kit — which she received in early March. “The soap kit taught me how to make soap at home. And later in March, my idol and American actor Aaron Tveit got the virus. I wanted to ﬁgure out some ways to help the world and support the frontline workers,” said Chan. To support Chan in achieving her dream, Chan’s parents took her to local craft supply stores to purchase raw materials to make natural homemade soap. Chan also put her words to actions by spending her weekends making soaps at home and later selling them at Garry Point Park each weekend. “I try to make them into different shapes, such as star, heart and shells. And they all have various scents, from cherry blossom to roses,” said Chan. Search soaps for full story online at Richmond-News.com

“With these changes in appointment, we will look at how to best serve Richmond’s youth while keep-

2381 and 2947 both train out of the Sherman Armoury at 5500 No. 4 Rd. on Tuesday and Thursday evenings respectively and are accepting registrations for their re-openings in October. The Royal Canadian Army Cadet program is free for all youth ages 12-18. For more information, go to www.2947armycadets.ca or www.2381armycadets.com. —Alan Campbell/Richmond News

RCCS asks children to unleash colour The Richmond Chinese Community Society (RCCS) is offering children an opportunity to unleash their creativity with messages of love and hope. Children aged three to 11 are invited to submit pictures inspired by their experiences during the pandemic in RCCS’s Community over Covid-19 art competition. RCCS, a charitable organization aimed at promoting community services, has been holding annual drawing competitions at Lansdowne

Centre since 2014. The event usually attracts hundreds of children, but as activities and schools have been cancelled or moved online due to the virus, many children have to hunker down at home to play video games to kill time, explained Raymond Chau, president of RCCS. “To enrich children’s life while staying at home, we decided to continue our event this year with small changes. Instead of bringing drawing materials to Lansdowne Centre, participants are required to bring their ﬁnal work to LAB Language Arts Studio,

an academic art studio for all age groups in Richmond. “Children are free to use crayons, colour pencils and charcoal to share their stories and express their thoughts during the era of COVID-19. We’ve already seen many uplifting art pieces on sidewalks and our neighbours’ windows,” said Chau. The top three contestants in each category will be given cash rewards. For more information, visit www.languageartsbase.com. The competition deadline is Oct. 1.

Powerlifter chases athlete title Richmond powerlifting champion Sumeet Sharma has been nominated for Athlete of the Year by Drishti Magazine, a South Asian lifestyle magazine launched in 2010. One of the criteria for being nominated, said Sharma, is giving back to the community, adding that the result doesn’t matter — rather, he hopes to encourage more people to ﬁnd peace and joy by helping others. Sharma won a gold medal for Team Canada in powerlifting at the North American Powerlifting Championships in Panama City last October. In addition to that win, he also bagged gold in both the 2017 and 2018 Western Powerlifting Championships. He said he hopes to continue

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to make Canada proud, but with the pandemic putting events and competitions on pause, he currently isn’t able to compete on the global stage. However, Sharma doesn’t feel discouraged by current events. Instead, he decided to give a big lift to frontline workers across the

“Frontline workers have been working day-in and day-out, so we decided to go to hospitals and deliver food supplies for all the hard work they have been doing,” said Sharma, adding that he has partnered with an Indian restaurant and a retailer to donate coffee, water bottles, butter chicken and nutrition bars to ICU workers. As a BC Corrections Ofﬁcer in Surrey, Sharma also came up with the idea to get his whole emergency response team involved. “I talked to my team members, and they are happy to come on board. I organized with my team to get pizzas delivered to Langley Hospital.” — Nono Shen/Richmond News

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Tween jumpstarts jam business — for a puppy passed down from her grandmother.

Valerie Leung

Chen raised about $2,000 since starting her jam business in 2019 and was ﬁnally able to get the puppy she wanted — a 17-week-old miniature Schnauzer by the name of Odis.

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A puppy may just be the most common request that kids ask their parents for, except one Richmond pre-teen was told she needed to earn her own money for one — and she did just that.

While her goal of getting a puppy has been achieved, her business has grown even more.

Isabelle Chen, 11, a Manoah Steves elementary student, was doing small chores around the house to save up for a puppy when one day the idea of selling her family jam recipe as a fundraiser came to mind. “My dad and I were making our coconut jam and then I suddenly had the idea to sell the jam since it was delicious and one of my favourite jams,” said Chen, adding the recipe was

Chen’s jam has been featured in several Metro Vancouver bakeries including Beta5 Chocolates, L’Opera Patisserie, which has since closed, and Bakery State in Vancouver.

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“I want to one day have my jam sold in businesses, at grocery stories and even used in ice cream,” said Chen.

Isabelle Chen and Odis, whom she bought after selling her family jam. Photo submitted

“I would like my jam to become really popular.”

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Online shoppers are being warned of a new scam involving shipment tracking numbers and PayPal. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) says the scam — recently reported to the agency — involves con artists tricking shoppers into paying for goods that either don’t exist, or that never arrive, and then further preventing shoppers from securing refunds by providing fraudulent shipping information to PayPal.

According to the BBB, someone could come across a website with “amazing deals” — often brandname goods at a signiﬁcant discount — while shopping online. Both the website and products look legitimate, and shoppers are instructed to complete their purchase through PayPal. After checkout, the shopper receives an email that contains a tracking number from UPS, FedEx or another shipping service. However, after a few days, the tracking number may indicate the package has been delivered when in reality, it was never received by

the shopper, according to the BBB. Furthermore, when the victim contacts the shipping company, they are told the package was delivered but sent to the wrong address. Then, when the victim tries to correct that mistake, they may ﬁnd the website they ordered from “either unresponsive or unhelpful.” “In many cases, the site does not provide contact information; in others, they simply ignore your emails or calls,” reads a BBB press release. Search BBB for full story at Richmond-News.com

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Connaught skaters back on home ice Alan Campbell

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One of Richmond’s biggest skating clubs is back on the ice again and its coaches and members can’t wait to get going. Like most youth sporting organizations, the pandemic either shut down or severely restricted their activities since March. The same could be said for the Connaught Skating Club, which has just started back on local ice, at the Richmond Ice Centre and the Richmond Olympic Oval. Connaught spent the spring training its skaters via Zoom video conferences, with more than 75 classes offered weekly to instruct more than 100 different skaters. They also offered socially distanced outdoor training classes in Richmond. June, July and August were spent training at the ScotiaBarn in Burnaby, with 25 Con-

naught athletes competing in their ﬁrst virtual event of the season at the end of August.

“To be back on the ice in Richmond gives a much needed relief to the children, parents and coaches who wish to thrive in their sport of passion, ﬁgure skating,” said Keegan Murphy, Connaught’s director of programs. “We are so proud as an organization to have navigated this time with health and safety, but also creativity. “It has been the innovation of our coaching team, the trust of our board of directors and the dedication of our athletes that has allowed us to return to Richmond with a wonderful start to the fall 2020 season.” Connaught’s Learn To Skate Program and Skate Canada CanSkate Program will begin in October with new social distancing measures in place. For more information, email info@connaughtsc.ca or go to Connaughtsc.com.

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Call to set up the private meeting before your competitor does. You got it all!! WOW! LOCATION LOCATION TOP WOODWARDS LOCATION! Selling clean ﬂawless Potential Townhouse assembly with addresses 10080, 2 - 10040, 1 10040, 10026, 10020, 10000 No. 2 Road & 6020 Williams Road TOTALLING APPROXIMATELY 40,450 Square Feet of Land with 292 feet of Frontage on No. 2 Road and 158 Feet frontage on Williams Road,Richmond. Verify with the city. Steveston London Secondary Catchment. Richmond’s prestigious WoodWards Area. Steveston London Secondary Catchment. Few minutes drive to Minoru Centre, Richmond Centre, Richmond Hospital and all Richmond’s major shopping centres, Richmond Westside Living. ALL MEASUREMENTS ARE APPROXIMATE, BUYER OR BUYER’S AGENT TO VERIFY IF IMPORTANT.

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9380, 9400 & 9420 Francis Road Richmond Developer/ Builder / Investors alert! 9380, 9400 and 9420 Francis Road totalling approximately 20,000 Square Feet land with total of 180 Feet Frontage, potential Rezoning to townhouses, very desired location and neighbourhood and so much more. Well maintained, live in condition, walking distance to schools and many other amenities. Measurements are approximate, Buyer, Buyer agent to verify if important

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#120-7631 Steveston Hwy

ADMIRAL'S WALK- 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath unit in a quiet, adult oriented (16+), well managed building. Freshly painted interior with hardwood throughout the hallway and 2 bedrooms. Spacious living/dining area with wood burning ﬁreplace and BRAND NEW carpet. Cute and cozy kitchen with white appliances. Peaceful inner courtyard view, facing east into the lovely manicured gardens, this outlook will make you want to come back and spend some time. Enclosed balcony provides more living space, perfect solarium. In-suite storage on deck and additional storage just down the hall. Pets and rentals are not allowed. Amenities include shared laundry, guest suite, garden plots, swimming pool, recreation room, space to park your RV and lots of visitor parking.

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#1107-5508 Hollybridge Way

Incredible unit on the 11th floor featuring three bedrooms plus a den. Located on the north west corner of River Park Place III built by IntraCorp, overlooking the river, YVR and the Oval. Corner E2 plan with excellent layout. Modern kitchen with island opening onto the living dining area and floor to ceiling windows. Spacious master with double closets, spa inspired ensuite with two sinks. A/C, smart technologies/Nest, Bosch appliances. Fabulous amenities including: Dog wash area, basketball court, study room, meeting room, fire pit and lounge. Perfect location with easy access to Vancouver, central Richmond and the Dyke trail system.

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#205-7871 No. 1 Road

Delightful 2 bedroom, 1 bath unit at popular Beacon Cove. Move in asap and enjoy the summer on a super-size, west facing deck overlooking the greenspace. Balcony has just been redone-new railings, partitions and membrane cover. Back windows and sliding doors have all been replaced. Large master with balcony access. Tons of storage including unit with power off the balcony. Ample counter space in the cute kitchen with window. Complex is RE-PIPED (2017) and has a NEW ROOF (2015). Updated vanity and toilet in the bathroom. Good size second bedroom with large closet. Strata fee includes hot water, sewer, cold water, utility & club house, gym, sauna, games room. Pets & Rentals Allowed. Close to schools, shopping, transit, golf course & West dyke trails. Make this your home today!

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#120-7435 Moffatt Road

Fantastic opportunity to own a spacious condo in an amazing central location at Colony Bay North. Unit offers 2 bdrms and 2 full bathrooms with a huge family style kitchen and large living/dining space with gas ﬁreplace. Excellent SE exposure with 3 balconies offering several options for outdoor enjoyment. The owner has already paid the assessment in full of just over $75,000 for the exterior repairs. One parking, one locker, walking distance to Richmond Centre, the Canada Line, Minoru Park, and much more!

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CHATHAM 3755 - Steveston Village - Starting from $899,000

2 bed, 2 bed + den and 3 bed + den floor plans available in this exciting new build, designed to capture the heritage quality of Steveston Village. Suites have 9ft ceilings, elegant crown molding, wideplank wood floors, forced-air heating & cooling with radiant electric heat in the master ensuite. Kitchen has gourmet s/s appliances, ceramic tile and eating bar. Neutral elegant designer finishings with a timeless-modern feel. Laundry room has side by side washer/dryer and storage. Breathtaking shared rooftop deck with 360-degree views stretching from the Fraser River to the North Shore Mountains. Make the move and start your Steveston Village lifestyle—amenities, shops, restaurants, services all at your fingertips. More photos, floor plans and video available online at pattimartin.com.

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#110-3755 Chatham Street Stunning opportunity to own an open concept Commercial Retail Unit in the heart of Steveston Village. This property boasts 1,237 square feet and is conveniently located next to bus stops and a high foot trafﬁc area. Great opportunity to build your long-term business.

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103-7480 Gilbert Road

FULLY RENOVATED - this stylish 2 bedroom and 2 bath CORNER unit in Central Richmond boasts over 1,200 square feet of spacious and functional living space with open concept. Custom kitchen cabinetry with farm style sink, under-cabinet lighting, stainless steel appliances, 12mm laminate ﬂooring, Italian tiles, custom cabinetry in bathrooms, double sinks in master ensuite, new pot lights, crown moulding throughout and so much more. Facing quiet side of the building (away from Gilbert) and not on ground level. Walking distance to all amenities such as the new Minoru Aquatic Centre, Richmond Centre, Skytrain & transit. Top ranking school catchment: Ferris Elementary & Richmond Secondary. 1 Parking & 1 Locker included. No pets. Don't miss this urban gem! Schedule your private showing today.

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$1,235,000

Spacious 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath unit at adult oriented (16+ age restriction) Admirals Walk. Enjoy large rooms in this second floor unit with east facing balcony. Unit has an updated galley kitchen with lots of counter and cupboard space. Dining area with room for hutch and table leads into living room with fireplace. Neutral paint colour, light laminate flooring. Shared laundry available as well as washer dryer hook ups. Sorry, no pets allowed and no rentals. Quiet, adult building with secure parking, guest suite rental available, lots of visitor parking, clubhouse and lovely grounds with mature landscaping.

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NEW LISTING $1,349,000

6568 Vine Street

WHAT A LOCATION! This 3 bedroom, 3 bath, PLUS office home (could be 4th bedroom) with a modern, west coast aesthetic will impress you from the first moment you walk in. Fully renovated in 2013 from the studs, enjoy high end finishing, open concept living with large windows, lots of natural light and a fabulous at home work space. Spa inspired bathrooms, entertainers kitchen, beautiful floors and fixtures. Lovely outdoor space with heated covered deck to enjoy year round. All the features you want: A/C, security system, irrigation system, double garage, automated outdoor lighting and much more. Steps to Maple Grove Park, minutes to UBC, in the Magee Secondary catchment. Raise your growing family on this charming, tree lined street tucked in a quiet westside neighbourhood.

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$499,000

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Elegant with a fabulous layout is this huge 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath CORNER UNIT at the prestigious Belpark, built by Intracrop in 2019. Spacious and bright with oversized windows and a generous balcony facing the golf course to the NW. Warm wood detailing with modern touches, Gaggeneau appliances, quartz and marble throughout the kitchen and baths create a luxurious feel. Huge island with seating for 5. A/C, smart features, a beautiful unit in a park like setting. Amenities include concierge, games room with billiards, gym, and lovely landscaped grounds. Unit has 2 side by side parking spots and a storage locker. Minutes to DT, YVR, Marine Gateway & Oakridge. Great schools: J.W. Sexsmith & Sir Winston Churchill. Move in now!

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#41-10200 4th Avenue

11560 Seahurst Road 3 bedrooms 2.5 baths split level home with a new roof. Double car garage and a single garage/ workshop off lane. Located in a quiet, family oriented neighbourhood with many new homes. Desirable 60 X 132 rectangular lot with a south back yard and back land access. Hold or build your dream house on this over 7900 square foot lot. Ultra convenient location - walk to Ironwood Plaza and 5 mins to Silver City. All levels of schools nearby. Lease ends Oct 14, 2020. $2100/month.

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$1,799,000

$2,899,000

INCREDIBLE VALUE in Steveston North! Immaculate upper unit at popular Manoah Village located in Steveston North right across the street from Manoah Steves Elementary. Fresh and clean with brand new carpet throughout, this delightful 3 bedroom (ﬂex area could be 4th bdrm) 1 bath unit will impress. Spacious living dining room opens onto the huge deck over looking the gorgeous courtyard. Updated galley kitchen with lots of cupboard space. 3 big bedrooms and a linen closet all on the same ﬂoor as the neat and tidy bathroom. One carport parking, storage locker and amazing amenities like a bike room, outdoor pool and clubhouse in the park-like grounds of this family-friendly complex.

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“Cadence” by awarding winning Cressey Development in Oval Village, 3 years young and shows better than new, 1,509 sq.ft. one level penthouse plus 1,078 sq.ft. private Roof Top Garden. 3 or 2 bedrooms plus den, 2-1/2 baths. Open concept. 4ʼ x 4ʼ insuite storage. 150sq.ft. SW facing balcony. Tasteful décor. Hi-end workmanship. Floor to ceiling windows. North West and South facing. Unobstructed mountain and river view. 4 secured parking stalls and one storage locker. Club house facilities. Excellent location at the Centre of Richmond. Walking distance to shopping, supermarket, restaurants and Canada Line.

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8880 NO. 6 ROAD

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You will feel like you are on holiday every day with this serene peaceful setting in historic Steveston! One of a kind custom built large 2-bdrm + ﬂex room apartment. 1,329 sqʼ interior + 224 sqʼ covered outdoor living room + 342 sqʼ of 36ʼ wide patio = total 1,895 sqʼ. Spa inspired ensuite with whirlpool bath. 180 degree of spectacular unobstructed river view. South facing. Open concept. Tastefully decorated. Private elevator. U/G secured garage for 2 cars (w/2 doors) + 6ʼ x 9ʼ storage room. This is LIFE-STYLE!

8880 SCOTCHBROOK RD

A architecturally built 3,501 sqʼ executive home on 66ʼ x 120ʼ lot in beautifully treedlined family neighborhood. 6 en-suited bedrooms (5 up + 1 16ʼ x 15ʼ on main) + den. 10ʼ ceiling on main, 9ʼ up. Functional layout with open concepts. Family/dining & gourmet kitchen all in one big space looking onto the ever-relaxing landscaped private backyard (covered deck, BBQ area). Wok kitchen & mud room + triple garage. Quality built with popcorn stucco exterior, AC, hot water radiant heat, light weight concrete upper floor, hard wood flooring, granite counter tops, top of the line appliances, plumbing & lighting fixtures. Professional interior designed. Video + electric gated security. Donʼt miss this Gem!

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Prestigious Gibbons! Hard to ﬁnd perfect home for retiring or starting in style. Custom built one-level 3,371 sq.ft. executive home on dream rectangular 21,744 sq' (86' x 249') lot. Sunny west manicured private backyard. 4 bedrooms (3 with full en-suite). Gourmet kitchen opens to family room. Living room and Foyer with 12' high ceiling. Smart home system. Triple garage. Turning 5 years. One can live as-is or add on or build up to 7,773 sq' new home on this beautiful property. Currently tenanted month-to-month.

AG1 zoned 8.848-acre farm land (292ʼ x 1,320ʼ) 385,419 sq.ft. Adjacent to “Country Meadows Golf Course”. Best location at No 6 Road & the future Francis Road. Wide range of usages such as : animal breeding, boarding, daycare, grooming & shelter/ kennel; fruit/vegetable processing & winery facilities, equestrian centre and farm business or build your mini estate while you carry on your on-site business.

Mosaicʼs “Edward”, a 55-unit 2019-built low-density boutiquestyle complex. Spacious 725 sqʼ one bedroom + storage/ small den. 9ʼ9” ceiling. Huge windows & sliding door to Juliet balcony makes this West facing unit bright & airy. Gas range & in-ﬂoor radiant heat (both included in monthly strata fee of $270.70). HRV & AC. Walk-in closet in Master Bedroom. Modern kitchen with top of the line appliances. Wide entrance & open plan. Centrally located, walking distance to QE park, Hillcrest and Canada Line. Shows like new.

Aquilini built “Coast” just past Tsawwassen Mills. This 721 sqʼ courtyard-facing 2-bdrm 2-baths apartment with secured parking & locker is part of the Tsawwassen Shores Development which offers a serene yet convenient community-oriented lifestyle, including about 13,000 sqʼ of amenities. 8ʼ 9” ceiling. S/S appliances+full size Washer/Dryer. 5 minutes to Tsawwassen City Centre. Easy access to YVR, US border & Highways 99 & 17. Rental & Pet friendly. Great investment!

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4,546 sqʼ (49.2ʼ x 92.4ʼ) lot w/ sunny NW backyard in desirable young family area. 1 block to water. Quiet & peaceful. 2,246 sqʼ . 4 -bdrm + games. 3 full baths. Quality built w/4 zoned HW radiant heat, granite kitchen w/ oak cabinets. Freshly painted. 11ʼ high living room ceiling & double height foyer w/ circular stairway. Hardwood ﬂooring in kitchen, eating area, hallway & entrance. 2 gas F/P. Whirl-pool tub & separate shower in master en-suite. Very well kept inside-out. 15 minutes to Richmond Centre by car.

$998,000

604-1305 VIEW CRES, TSAW

“The Classic”. 2,005 Sq.ft. Floor to ceiling windows & sliding doors providing wide view of the Beach Grove golf course & Mount Baker on your 200+ sq' balcony. Completely renovated. Contemporary, open design with new laminate wood ﬂooring, quartz countertops, brand name appliances. 2-Bedroom & open den. Huge master bedroom. 2 underground secured parking. Perfect for the young-at-heart who loves to entertain! Small pet friendly.

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21,505 sqʼ(85.69ʼ x 253ʼ) in this rapidly developing Industrial/ofﬁce area. Convenient North Richmond location at Bridgeport & Hwy 99 neighboring Costco, Sky Train, Airport, Hwy 91 & 99. Currently zoned CA including Hotel & medical centre, etc usage; or rezone to ZI zoning with 1.85 FAR.

$1,799,000

9231 KILBY STREET

Great investment! Subdividable 66ʼ x 122ʼ N/S lot w/ back lane. Live in, rent out & develop later. German built solid & well maintained 2,576 sqʼ 2-level home. 5-Bdrm 2 1/2 bath, 2-kitchen, 2-lvg/dining areas, 2-laundry. Attic loft, solarium & enclosed front porch not included in total square footage. Big deck off kitchen. Carport + garage/ shed. 2 Gas ﬁreplaces. Hardwood ﬂoors under carpet upstairs. Great investment in the “Oaks”.

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$449,000

TOP FLOOR! 1 BDRM IN CONCRETE HI-RISE

REDUCED PRICE

$699,000

2 BDRMS, 2 BATHS, 2 KITCHENS, 2 ENTRANCES

4 BDRMS + DEN

$968,000

SUPER SPACIOUS 1939 SF TOWNHOME

TOTALLY UPDATED

$618,000

STEVESTON 3 BDRM CORNER TOWNHOME

Bright & spacious 1 bedroom CONCRETE condo on the TOP FLOOR at the CAMBER in prime central Richmond. Great south facing unit with ﬂoor to ceiling windows, balcony off the living room and open views to the relaxing central courtyard across the hallway. Features hardwood ﬂoors, gourmet kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, quartz & marble countertops, 562 SF, insuite laundry & 1 secured parking spot. Great complex with low maintenance fees, gym & lounge / party room. All this in a totally convenient just steps to Rona, T&T supermarket, banks, Shopper’s Drugmart, restaurants, the Oval & the Dike trails.

Air-conditioned condo with 2 bdrms, 2 baths, 2 kitchens & 2 entrances in the popular ORA complex that even allows you to live, work or run your own business in the same space. Comes complete with 1 parking, 1 locker and a huge outdoor patio space! Features an excellent 983 SF layout, oak hardwood ﬂoors, Kitchenaid SS appliances, gas cooktop, quartz countertops, ﬂoor to ceilings windows & insuite laundry. Great 6 yr old complex w/ huge gym, indoor pool, steam & sauna rooms, squash court, lounge/party room and rooftop courtyard. Fantastic loc with direct access to T&T Supermarket, restaurants, pharmacy and right across the street from the Oval & dyke trails!

Super spacious townhome with 1939 SF in the heart of prime central Richmond! This home offers 4 bedrooms, den, 2.5 bathrooms, laminate floors, hot water radiant heat on the main, a cozy gas fireplace, new washer & dryer. It also comes with a separate laundry room, large master bedroom with walk-in closet, security alarm system and a single garage with 1 open spot directly in front of the unit. The south backyard also has a fully fenced patio the top floor has a nice large balcony with lots of storage space! Great complex with low maintenance fees, 2018 roof, gutters and skylights and 2019 fences. All this in a fantastic loc close to schools, parks, buses and all the conveniences of central Richmond!

Completely updated & extremely private 3 bedroom / 2+den, 2.5 bathroom townhome located in 1 of the best corner units in the complex furthest away from any street noise! Great 2 level living with a totally efficient 1048 SF floor plan. Over $70K spent and features a new open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, resin countertops, all new bathrooms, laminate floors, carpets, paint and electric fireplace. Even comes complete with a skylight in the hallway, an extra large side & south facing backyard, storage room at back and 2 open parking spots. All this in a great self-managed complex with 3 year old roof and newer windows that’s walking distance from McMath Secondary, buses, shopping, the Dyke, bike paths & all that Steveston Village has to offer!

#502-7117 Elmbridge Way

#5018-5511 Hollybridge Way

#53-8120 General Currie Road

#12-4220 Steveston Hwy

TERRA NOVA TOWNHOME

$1,098,000

UPDATED 1882 SQ FT

Popular gated Adult Oriented QUILCHENA GREEN in TERRA NOVA built by Polygon Homes. Spacious executive style townhome located in the best part of the complex with a South facing back yard backing onto green space. Bright floor plan with North/South exposures and high ceilings in the living room. Super clean and updated with hardwood floors throughout, solid Maple kitchen with granite counter tops, granite slab backsplash & top of the line stainless steel appliances. Best of all there are 2 master bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms (with custom walk in jacuzzi) , 1882 sq ft of living area radiant hot water heat on both floors and a double car garage. Great location just a half block to the Dyke & Terra Nova Mall.

#60-5531 Cornwall Drive

TOP FLOOR 2 BDRM WITH HI CEILINGS

TOP FLOOR 2 bedroom at Queensgate! This very well kept SOUTH facing, one owner home features amazing 12 foot high ceilings in the living room and higher 9’ ceilings throughout. Offers 1053 SF of spacious living, cozy gas ﬁreplace, 2 full baths, insuite laundry, skylite in the hallway, large walkin closet and south exposed balcony. Upgrades include a newer fridge & garburetor in the kitchen, newer paint, upgraded toilet & faucets and 2 yr washer & dryer. Comes complete with 1 parking and 1 storage locker. All this in a well-run rainscreened complex in prime central Richmond with full recreation facilities including a pub, huge clubhouse lounge, indoor pool, hot tub, workshop, exercise room & guest suite. Adult oriented (1 owner needs to be 55+, remaining residents 19+, children welcome for overnight.

#304-8580 General Currie Road BRENTWOOD MALL

SOUTH FACING 2 BDRM CONDO

Rarely available! Bright and well kept SOUTH facing 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo w/ 790 SF of spacious living, cozy gas ﬁreplace, tiled entry, insuite laundry & large sunny balcony overlooking the inner courtyard. Updated with laminate ﬂooring, new fridge, custom paint and new bathroom vanity, toilet and shower. Great pet friendly and adult-oriented complex for owner occupiers who are 19+ years. City water & sewer included in maintenance fees. All this in a well maintained rainscreened building with a 9 yr roof, newer lobby, security upgrades. Super quiet and centrally located close to schools, transit, Minoru Park & shopping. Don’t miss this gem! Rental not allowed.

SUBPENTHOUSE

$539,900

$698,000

SW CORNER NEAR BURNETT

2 LEVEL 3 BDRM TOWNHOME

Great SW corner townhome with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 1350 SF of spacious living! Features newer laminate ﬂoors in the living and dining areas, nice sitting area / den off kitchen, cozy wood ﬁreplace, full-size laundry room, skylites and electric radiant heat from the ceilings that’s easier for furniture placement. This home also comes with great outdoor spaces with a balcony off of the master and 2nd bedroom, 1 of largest side and backyards in the complex and a double SxS carport. Maintenance fees of $120 are amazingly low in this 9 unit self-managed complex with 8 year old roof. All this in a great location just steps to Burnett Secondary, Thompson Community Centre, Blair Elementary, buses, shopping & bike/ walking paths.

GREAT CONCRETE 1 BDRM

#1203-8280 Lansdowne Road HOUSE-SIZED TOWNHOME

$24/SF

$799,900

NEW PRICE

#12-7400 Gilbert Road

SOUTH AIRPORT TERMINAL $24/SF

SEPT 3

AIR-CONDITIONED 1 BDRM BY THE OVAL

#331-5233 Gilbert Road

CENTRAL RICHMOND

This super spacious 1 bedroom PLUS DEN with 710 SF is perfectly positioned away from any road or train nose at the Carmichael House at Brentwood Gate! Great quiet NORTH exposed setting and features an open kitchen, new stainless steel dishwasher & hood fan, electric ﬁreplace, master bedroom with large walk-in closet, insuite laundry, great covered balcony off the living room, 1 parking & 1 storage locker. Pets and rentals ok. Amenities include an exercise centre, hot tub and clubhouse. All this in a well maintained complex with caretaker in the heart of Burnaby North that’s just steps to Brentwood Town Centre Mall, skytrain, buses, SFU, BCIT, banks, restaurants and easy access to Highway 1.

#211-4868 Brentwood Dr, Burnaby

EXECUTIVE OFFICE SPACES

OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE

Excellent opportunity to lease prime office spaces in a central location between the Airport & West Richmond! Great for those who want professional, flexible office spaces from 721 SF, 816 SF, 1360 SF and 5000+SF at a reasonable cost. Access to a huge executive-style lounge & boardroom at discounted rates are also available to all occupants in the building. The all-inclusive GROSS lease rates of $24/SF include property taxes, heat, air conditioning, lights & water. Call Anita today!

Excellent opportunity to lease office space between the Airport & West Richmond. Office space of 615 sq ft on second floor is available. Easily accessible from Central Richmond. All-inclusive gross lease rate of $24 per sq ft includes property taxes, heat, air conditioning and electricity.

721 SF, 816 SF, 1360 SF & 5000+ SF Available

OLD S T S U

4360 Agar Drive

4380 Agar Drive

10500 Springwood Crescent AUG 24

$679,000

3 BEDROOM TOWNHOME

This well maintained 3 bedroom town home in Central Richmond offers 1334 sq ft of living area with a sunny South back yard. Loaded with closet space the master bedroom offers a large walk in closet with a bonus wall to wall IKEA wardrobe. 2nd bedroom also has a large IKEA closet. The unit offers 2 parking spots (one covered and one open) located in front of the unit. Conveniently located by Minoru Boulevard and Blundell Road this townhome is just step to shopping at Richmond Center Mall, public transportation and restaurants along No 3 Road.

J QUIET NORTH FACING 1+DEN CONDO

$479,900

Great air-conditioned 1 bedroom condo at River Park Place One! This efﬁciently laid out 513 SF unit has an open kitchen with island, integrated fridge & dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, laminate ﬂoors, full bathroom, insuite laundry, 1 parking and 1 locker. Located on the quietest side of the building and comes complete with a large west exposed 118 SF outdoor patio with easy access to the 24,000 SF rooftop garden, basketball court, gym, yoga studio, media room, music room & study room. All this in a complex with concierge service and located just steps to the Olympic Oval, T&T Supermarket, banks, restaurants & the Dyke.

3 BDRM + DEN & 2058 SF!

WOW! Amazing value for this bright & clean house-sized townhome with 3 huge bedrooms, den, 2058 SF and low maintenance fees! Well kept home comes with a cozy gas fireplace, laminate floors throughout, master with large walk-in closet & skylight in ensuite, 2.5 baths, lots of storage areas, BI vacuum & single garage. Large west facing backyard is accessible from the 3rd bedroom / recreation room on first level. Roof, gutters & fence replaced approx 5 years ago. All this in a fantastic location close to Central Richmond, Minoru Park & Centre for Active Living, buses, shopping and library. Ferris Elementary & Richmond High schools.

#4-6840 Lynas Lane

NEAR YVR AIRPORT

$486,800

SUBPENTHOUSE! Nice & bright 1 bedroom CONCRETE condo at “The Versante” in the heart of Richmond with some city and mountain views. Fantastic open layout with ﬂoor to ceiling windows, gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, granite countertops, laminate ﬂoors and west facing balcony off the living room, 559 SF, insuite laundry & 1 secured parking spot. Great complex w/ billiards room, exercise centre and guest suite. All this in a totally convenient location just steps to Lansdowne Mall, Canada Line, T&T supermarket, Kwantlen College, banks, buses and restaurants. Rentals & pets ok.

#212-8600 General Currie Road $496,900

QUEENSGATE

$388,000

BRIGHT & WELL KEPT

D L O S UST

#206-12088 3rd Avenue

#19-7740 Abercrombie Drive AUG 25

OL S T S JU

#42-3600 Cunningham Drive AUG 22

L O S T JUS

9440 Piermond Road

RE/MAX Austin Kay Realty & RE/MAX Anita Chan Realty - * #110-6086 Russ Baker Way, Richmond BC V7B 1B4

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SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #36-6300 LONDON ROAD

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 3511 RICHMOND STREET

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 12500 WESCOTT STREET

This rare 3-bedroom townhouse in McKinney Crossing is perfect for your growing family. This south-facing end unit boasts a spacious corner patio and overlooks the greenbelt at the centre of this lovely development. You'll enjoy coming home to this family-oriented neighbourhood with a great playground in the centre of the complex and excellent amenities, from dining to beach access, just a short stroll away.

Stunning new family home in sought-after STEVESTON VILLAGE! Built by PACIFIC COASTAL HOMES, this highquality 2,038 sq ft home has 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths as well as a den on the main floor. The huge Master Bedroom has a spa-like 5-piece ensuite and large walk-in closet. This excellent & efficient floor plan also boasts radiant heating throughout, engineered h/w floors on main, 8' doors, HRV, security system and a large double garage with EV charging.

Wow, this fabulous Penta built, 4 bdrm + games room home boasts a more spacious 2525 sqft in this Steveston South neighbourhood. Enjoy over $50k in upgrades such as whisper quiet air conditioning in all bedrooms and games room, fast hot water on demand, and a wall to wall, ﬂoor to ceiling storage system in the heated and air conditioned garage w/ insulated barrel garage door which converts it to a very livable recroom! Fantastic value in this area close to the South dyke trail, restaurants, main routes and Homma Elementary.

Priced at $1,699,900 Fraser Roberts 604.779.5324

Priced at $1,599,000 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.218.4800

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 11651 PLOVER DRIVE

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 57OO MONCTON STREET

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 3211 REGENT STREET

Priced at $798,800 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.218.4800

This stunning custom home by Barstow Construction Ltd features a show-stopping blend of Hampton beach house chic and clean modern lines. You will feel right at home in this gorgeous 5-bed, 5-bath family home with an elegant custom curved staircase and luxurious master suite and a handsomely designed culinary space featuring a spice kitchen and beautiful oversized sliding glass doors leading to lovely patio space with outdoor ﬁreplace.

Priced at $2,950,000 Fraser Roberts 604.779.5324

This spacious home on a large, south-exposed lot has been beautifully updated and is move-in ready. Updates include kitchen, bathrooms, new stone facade, a gorgeous back extension encompassing an atrium on the main and allowing for an oversized, luxurious ensuite above, newer furnace and more. Come see this lovely home!

Priced at $1,988,800 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.218.4800

This is an absolute gem of a home and is rarely available in Steveston proper! Stretch out and relax in the quiet enjoyment of this lovely, custom designed, qualitybuilt home on a wider and longer than average 41' x 130' Steveston lot (no lane access here!). Enjoy generous room sizes, real hardwood ﬂoors, newer appliances, and double french doors leading to the sunny and lush beautifully landscaped garden in this 2,515 sq ft, 3 bedroom home. Walk to Steveston shops, restaurants, Fisherman's Wharf, Garry Point Park, dyke trails, Community Centre, pools and more then come home to the best community of neighbours you can ﬁnd. W in the Lord Byng Elementary and McMath Secondary school catchments.

Priced at $1,718,000 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.218.4800

OPEN SATURDAY/SUNDAY 12-4PM #201-12088 3RD AVENUE

The Roderick in Steveston Village is Richmondʼs most exciting new development. This home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms in just over 1,300 SF, a gorgeous gourmet kitchen with six top of the line appliances, and two outdoor areas, one east-facing entry patio and one west-facing balcony with water views. Youʼll want for nothing at The Roderick, located in the heart of Steveston Village just steps to coffee shops, restaurants, shopping, trails, Steveston Community Centre, and home to an impressive, new Save-On-Foods.

Priced at $1,069,900 Sean Lawson 604.240.4837

OPEN SATURDAY/SUNDAY 12-5PM #91-4991 NO. 5 ROAD

This beautiful D-plan townhome is situated in Wembley's masterplanned community, located in a convenient central Richmond location. Built for a modern mindset, Wembley offers unbeatable value and spacious family-friendly ﬂoor plans, sleek interior design, geothermal heating and cooling for year-round comfort, and Club Wembley, the community's amenity centre. Wembley is located within a kilometre of a high school, elementary school, shopping and some of Richmond's best parks.

Priced at $798,800 Sean Lawson 604.240.4837

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SPACIOUS 2 BDRM #103 - 10180 Ryan Rd 1 1/2 bath, full sized side by side laundry, LARGE balcony, quiet private outlook. Close to South Arm Park, Community Centre and Broadmoor shopping. No rentals, no pets, residents must be 19+.

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STUNNING RIVERFRONT #105 - 13251 Princess St Lives like a one level totally accessible townhome! 1,469 sq.ft. of luxury, quality upgrades & VIEWS. Enormous covered front veranda, direct access to trails, community gardens And Steveston Village amenities.

GREAT OPPORTUNITY LARGE 66’ X 120’ LOT 11751 Dunford Rd Solidly BUILT one owner family home on a LARGE lot. Fabulously convenient location for Steveston Village, schools, recreation.

WESTWIND TOWNHOME #15 - 11451 Kingfisher 3 bedroom, remodelled kitchen, vinyl windows, laundry up, private western garden backyard. Close-by Westwind School.

STEVESTON TWO Level Townhome #7 - 11100 No. 1 Rd

Beautiful 4 bedroom townhome, DOUBLE garage, private backyard. Great Steveston location, easy walk to Lord Byng Elementary, McMath Secondary and bus.

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Independently Owned and Operated

Westcoast

604.970.8118

$369,000

Spacious 750 sqft S/E facing quiet 1 bedroom + flex at Cedar Park Manor. Kitchen with updated white cabinets, granite counter tops & stainless stain appliances. Updated bathroom with walk-in shower, white cabinets, granite counter top, tiled flooring, laminated flooring through out. Freshly painted, move in ready! Extra large private/treed deck perfect for your outdoor entertaining. Enjoy the convenience of insuite laundry, secured parking and storage locker. Centrally located in the heart of Richmond. Steps to Richmond Centre, Canada Line, Restaurants, Library, Minoru Park & Swimming pool. Available for private viewings.

$469,000

This Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 full bath suite is what you’ve been waiting for! Features engineered hardwood floors in entrance, living & dining rooms, updated bathroom rooms & updated fresh white kitchen. East facing private/treed balcony perfect for your outdoor enjoyment. Convenience of in-suite laundry & secured parking. Well managed complex. Centrally located, walking distance to Richmond Centre, Canada Line, Restaurants, Library, Minoru Park & Swimming pool. Available for private viewings.

209 7471 BLUNDELL RD., RICHMOND

304 5518 14TH AVE., TSAWWASSEN

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$599,000

LAGOON & PARK VIEWS! Welcome to Windsor Woods. Beautiful corner suite offering 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1235 sqft, huge kitchen, & a bright open living/dining room with tons of windows & park view. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet and ensuite with separate bath & shower. A covered balcony (11x8 ft) with quiet & peaceful views of the lagoon. Located in central Tsawwassen, a short walk to all shops, restaurants and other amenities.

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#110-6068 Russ Baker Way, Richmond, BC V7B 1B4

103 8291 PARK RD., RICHMOND

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Open Sat & Sun 2-4pm by apptt 505-10011 River Drive $561,000 Welcome to Parc Riviera, top floor SW corner unit! This 2 bedroom plus den features hardwood flooring, s/s appliances, 5-element gas range, built-in oven, quartz countertops in kitchen & baths, 9ft ceilings and geothermal heating & cooling systems. Separated bedrooms for privacy. Fantastic amenities include indoor pool, hot tub, exercise centre, lounge, BBQ area, bike room. Bonus: 2 parking stalls. Become part of this community on the Fraser River with 20 acres of parkland, steps from the dyke trail, Canada Line, transit, shopping, restaurants, Costco and Oak St. Bridge. Visit 3D tour:https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=dWyM4u6AyDW

D L O S 307-2200 Douglas Road, Burnaby $749,000

Come home to this spacious 2 bedroom plus den, 2 bath corner unit in the Affinity by Bosa. This spacious south-facing condo has floor to ceiling windows to bring in ample light. Enjoy your large 15’6x7’6 balcony. Stainless steel appliances, granite counters, glass mosaic backsplash, laminate floors, new paint, new carpets in the bedrooms and 2 parking. Amenities include caretaker, guest suite, 2 fitness rooms and recreation room with full kitchen. Move right in or make this your investment property. Perfect location in Brentwood, close to transit, Skytrain, the new Brentwood Mall, restaurants and retail. Easy access to downtown Vancouver. Brentwood Park Elementary and Alpha Secondary are the catchment schools. Visit 3D tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=jc2FHPdCVbg

905-5233 Gilbert Road $649,000

Welcome to One River Park Place! Move right into this pristine SE facing 2 bedroom 2 bath unit or make it a great investment property with many amenities at your door step with concierge service. Basketball court, fitness, banquet, yoga, music, study, media rooms and courtyard garden. Peek-aboo view of the mountains. European s/s appliances, marble counters, stone back splash and heating and cooling system. Elegant appointed bathrooms with a soaker tub in one and a double walk-in shower in another. Surrounded by dining, retail, banks and medical services. Walk to the Olympic Oval, river front, quick access to YVR and Vancouver. Visit 3D tour: https://my. matterport.com/show/?m=LBHN4bS8BR4

154-8600 Lansdowne Road $479,000

In case you missed this one in Tiffany Gardens, here's your chance! If you want a quiet, well-maintained building that is adult-oriented with a minimum of 19+, no pets, no rentals with a fabulous location in the heart of Richmond, this is it! Floor to ceiling windows in this 1124sf, 2 bedrooms, 2 bath corner unit, facing northwest with a gas fireplace and 2 balconies. A queen size bed fits perfectly in the second bedroom. Laminate floors with full size washer and dryer. Perfect for people downsizing or a couple who wants more space. Lots of potential with your design ideas or just move in. Bike room with workshop and a lounge. Literally, steps to Lansdowne Mall, T&T, KPU, transit, Canada Line and restaurants. Visit 3D tour: https:// my.matterport.com/show/?m=e77BBkFh5aq

SOLD 603-1405 W12th Ave. $728,000

Soak up the city and mountain view at the Warrenton! Make this bright NE corner 1 bedroom plus den unit your home. Master bedroom with a solarium has east and south facing windows. Only 3 units on this floor. Fantastic location with steps to South Granville shops and restaurants, transit and short distance to downtown Vancouver. Move right in or bring your eye for design in this well-cared for building. Laminate floors, in-suite laundry, gas fireplace, balcony, interior storage, 1 parking and 1 locker. 1 pet and 3 rentals are allowed. Visit 3D tour: https://my.matterport .com/show/?m= RWRvNn7svdQ

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604.279.3865

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JOHN COULTHARD 604-209-8424 Award Winning Service Since 1982 Gold Master Medallion Club Member (10+ years)

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Copper Sky in Steveston! 2 bdrm and den with view! $869,000 Beautifully kept and updated 2 bdrm and den unit in award winning ‘Copper Sky’. Open concept living with 9’ ceilings, western exposure into courtyard and large covered deck with views toward the Fraser river. Secured parking and storage locker included. Just a short walk into Steveston Village along the scenic boardwalk, be the ﬁrst to view!

NEW LISTING

$1,598,000

SOLD $ 479,000

Investors / developers! Just listed! Side by side duplex in central West Cambie location just down the street from Aberdeen mall. Sitting on a sub-dividable 12,000 sq ft lot (needs to be rezoned). Build 2 new homes approximately 3,050 sq ft each or hold as investment in this rapidly changing neighbourhood. Great opportunity at $929,000 per side.

www.eleanorsytan.com

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www.johncoulthard.net Classic Home in Fabulous Neighbourhood

8611 Leslie Rd 62 x 120 south facing lot Build almost 3500 sq ft! $1,288,000 Good sized lot in one of Richmond’s most central locations! North of Lansdowne mall, close to Aberdeen Centre and all the restaurants around Cambie and #3 Rd. Lot size is over 7400 sq ft and will allow a new home of 3490 sq ft. Many new homes already in this redeveloping area! Call David for more details.

Classic "West Coast Contemporary" on large 60 x 117' Lot! The house is solid, and with some updating would be a beautiful family home. Very nice layout inside with spacious rooms, The Low maintenance front and back yard is an added bonus.

8840 Dorval Road Rare 3 Bedrm Top Floor in Apple Greene Park Top floor (no noise above you), 3 BEDROOM, Bright South facing,Unit in Apple Greene Park,Richmond's best Condo Value! Unit is nice and clean but basically in original condtion. Exterior of complex being redone (decks and roof also) will have a sharp new look! Insuite Laundry hookups! Features eating area in kitchen, nice big and sunny deck.

#308 - 8760 No 1 Road Massive 15,360 Sq Ft Lot

$1,875,000

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY! MASSIVE, 15,358 Square Foot Lot in quiet and Popular Neighbourhood! It is rare that such a large lot that is not in the ALR or on a Main Road becomes available for sale. Very Private "Parklike" Setting. Great Location close to all levels of school, Ironwood Shopping Mall and Freeway access.

9640 Pinewell Crescent

Duncan Innes 604.279.3839

WESTSIDE

619 - 8833 HAZELBRIDGE WAY Richmond ~ $728,000

Concord Gardens located in central Richmond. This well maintained 2 bedrooms and a den shows beautifully..like new. Open floor plan, very spacious, 2 full baths, Engineered quartz stone kitchen countertop, Marble backsplash, integrated stainless steel appliances like Miele brand. Nice den can be an office. Airconditioning, 188 sqft of balcony. Resident concierge and a luxurious club house with exercise room, indoor pool, bowling, gym, basketball court, games room sauna...many more. Easy access to Vancouver and close to all shopping area.

1108 - 6888 COONEY ROAD Richmond ~ $528,800

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GOLD MASTER MEMBER

6520 Chatsworth Road

Central Richmond lot. 9,402 squre feet with south backyard. Short walk to Blundell Elementary and Blundell Centre. Surrounded by new homes. Richmond High School catchment area.

Asking $1,550,000

LADNER - VICTORY SOUTH

Four bedroom home in popular Victory South.Three full bathrooms including 3 pce on main floor next to a bedroom. Hardwood flooring on both levels. Private and sun exposed backyard. Short walk to golf course, parks and elementary school 5296 Wellbern Drive, Ladner

Emerald located in the heart of Richmond. Walking distance to shopping center and Canada line Station. This one bedroom and a den is a corner unit. It is well kept and move in condition. Newly painted. Spacious open floor plan. Quartz counter tops kitchen counter. Stainless steel appliances and Samsung washer and dryer. Big windows and view of the mountains and city parks. Central Air-conditioning. Pre-stressed concrete construction building.One parking and One storage. 21,000 sq. ft on lush courtyard. Fitness facility, steam room, meeting room and lounge.

8611 NO. 3 ROAD Richmond ~ $1,988,800 Broadmoor area big lot wide frontage and deep lot in a central location. House is 70 years old but still livable. Close to 12,000 square foot lot. ATTENTION BUILDERS: Built your dream home. Few minutes to mall, recreation center, Minoru Park, Library. Five minutes to the train etc. etc.

OF B.C.

30 Years

Asking $1,080,000

Greenwillow - 6760 Chelmsford Street

Rancher in popular Greenwillow. Located on quiet cul-de-sac with a sunny south backyard. Updates include kitchen cabinets, granite counters, appliances and hardwood floors. Short walk to all levels of school. Private yard and beautifully landscaped.

Asking $1,800,000

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HELEN PETTIPIECE 604.341.7997

www.helenpettipiece.com OSTERLEY PARK

$728,000

ADULTS ONLY 85-8111 Saunders Road

Terriﬁc 2-level townhome in sought after complex that boasts resort-style amenities with spectacular water features and greenspace. Spacious end unit minutes from transit and shopping. Beautifully maintained & updated 3 bed/ 2.5 bath townhome will accommodate your house sized furniture.

NEW LISTING

$628,000

WATERFRONT

NEW LISTING

$945,000

VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS 60-11491 7th Avenue

From this amazing waterfront townhome in sought after Mariners Village. Professionally renovated it boasts a gorgeous sky-lit ʻGreat Roomʼ with custombuilt gourmet kitchen, hardwood ﬂoors throughout & 2 baths. Large deck with gas hook-up where you can enjoy Gulf Island & North Shore mountain views.

NEW PRICE

Family friendly complex – Mariners Village with its grand greenspace and close proximity to the West Dyke, Steveston Village & Garry Point Park. Terriﬁc 3 bedroom townhome in immaculate condition boasts bright white kitchen, updated bath and lovely east & west yards. Beautiful indoor pool too!

$855,000

$369,000

CHIC CONTEMPORARY 7918 Manitoba Street

www.AnnePiche.com

sutton group - seafair realty. 550 - 9100 blundell road, richmond, bc v6y 1k3

11320 No. 1 Road Richmond • $1,698,000 10,398 sq.ft. large lot in Steveston

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SOLD

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9611 Williams Road Richmond • $1,350,000 7921 sq.ft. lot Investment Opportunity: 3 Subdividable 66x120 lot

ADMIRAL'S WALK #210-7631 Steveston Hwy Fantastic value for this well maintained, newer kitchen, and gently lived in 1 Bedroom and Den (easy to convert to second bedroom) 1 and 1/2 baths in Richmond's Premier "Adult's Only" apartment community. The suite is located on the quiet side of the building with views of the lush garden and outdoor pool. Move in ready! Still time to enjoy the pool for your "staycation" Call for Private Showing.

Near new build in choice Westside location minutes from Canada Line which will run you to Vancouver, Richmond & YVR quickly. Sleek lines in this spotless 3 bedroom/2.5 bath home with a ‘LOCK OFF SUITE’ that is completely self-contained & has its own washer/ dryer. Wood ﬂoors throughout & 2 parking.

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Located in the heart of STEVESTON VILLAGE,Elegant and Stylish 2 Bedroom and Den Garden Apartment. Spacious well planned layout with separation of bedrooms,for added privacy and both have en-suite bathrooms. Interior features 9 foot ceilings, crown moldings, granite counters in kitchen and both bathrooms, Man Cave (den) with sliding opaque glass doors, custom closet organizer in Master Bedroom, designer paint, lighting, vinyl plank flooring in main living area and cozy rugs in both bedrooms. Large in suite STORAGE room and two good sized PATIOS for outdoor entertaining or quiet retreat for guests. Park the car and walk to all of the amenities in this much sought after community.

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EMPLOYMENT GENERAL EMPLOYMENT FARM LABOURERS Brar Bros Farms

Required for weeding, planting, harvesting & grading vegetables. This job involves hard work; bending, lifting, standing & crouching. $14.60/hour, 45+ hr/wk, 6 days/wk, Aug 2020 to Nov 2021. Fx: 604-576-8945, or email: TJ1@evergreenherbs.com

GASKIN, Linda J. (nee Van Santen) February 3, 1946 − August 20, 2020 With sadness, we announce the death of Linda Gaskin from lung cancer. Linda was predeceased by her husband, James (Jim) Gaskin. She is survived by her partner of many years, Wally Tutschek; her daughter, Jo−Ann (Sid) Kwantes; and granddaughters, Katreen (Dilon) McNary and Melissa Kwantes. She is also survived by her sister, Cheryl Nyeholt. Linda moved to Richmond in 1948 from Manitoba. Linda’s life was spent in Richmond owning or running one business after another. Upon retirement, craft fairs became her new passion; it gave her a place to sell her crafts and kept her busy always. Linda’s true life passion was knitting and crocheting − well all crafting. No service by request. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the BC Cancer Society or SPCA of BC.

WARMAN, Stanley Stanley Warman born July 30,1923 in Eatonia, Saskatchewan, passed away September 1st, 2020. Devoted husband and father, he is survived by his daughter Debora Sky, and many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. Stan moved to Richmond, BC, after serving in the army from March 1942 - 45, and worked as a millwright for Stolberg Construction until retirement in 1988. He loved curling, golf and cards. Donations to BC Heart & Stroke or Alzheimer Society of BC. Richmond Funeral Home Cremation & Reception Centre (604) 273-3748 www.RichmondFuneral.ca

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MURRAY, Vincent January 3rd, 1933 - September 1st, 2020 With great sadness we announce the passing of Vincent Murray, on Tuesday September 1st in the Salvation Army Rotary Hospice House, Richmond, B.C. Born in Saggart, County Dublin, Ireland in 1933 to William and Rose Murray. Youngest of 8 children; Linda, Liam, Sean, Bynie, Angie, Dessie, Joan and Vin. He is survived by his wife Marlene, son Mark (Linda) and daughters Angie, Elaine and Alison (Jerome). Also, by grandchildren Bart, Matthew (Breezy), Mikayla, Liam and Ashlin.

He left Ireland when he was 18 to join the Royal Air Force. He spent 15 years in the forces mostly in England. In 1953 he met his sweetheart Marlene; they were married in 1959 and were together for over 61 years. His travels took him to Cyprus and Egypt, he also spent time in France, Africa and Europe as part of his service. He finished his military career, training aircraft apprentices in RAF Halton, England. After the air force he worked for various civilian airlines as an Aircraft Engineer, always taking additional courses and studying, he believed in continuously improving himself. He worked hard and never sat still. His travels also took him to Malaysia and finally to British Columbia in Canada, where he lived the rest of his days specifically in the Village of Steveston in Richmond. His career continued in Canada teaching at the BCIT campus near the Vancouver airport; just imagine all the lives he touched and influenced in all the years teaching. Dad had a passion for Soccer, Gaelic (Irish) football, specifically St. Mary’s of Saggart and Golf; he played all those sports and continued to be an avid fan his whole life. The Murrays are a close family and spent lots of time together; he also kept close contact with his brothers, sisters and their families across the Atlantic. Dad always remembered his roots and we enjoyed hearing his stories about his adventures catching rabbits in the Slade Valley, Saggart, County Dublin. He leaves behind a great legacy, he influenced countless, he was loved by many, a full life well lived, and he will be sorely missed. I am sure he is enjoying the reunion with his many brothers and sisters. In Lieu of gifts or flowers donations can be made to the Richmond Rotary Hospice at: https://sarotaryhospice.ca/index.htm https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/richmond/obitu aries/vincent-michael-murray/54930

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Happy 50th Anniversary to Ben and Barbara Mah of Richmond, BC!! September 5, 1970

Through the years, you have been an outstanding example of hard work, humour, generosity, and love. We are so fortunate to have you both as parents and grandparents. Love, − Bennita, Greg, Alyssa, Justin, Shayna, Karysa, Julie, Brett, Ben, Riley, Derek, Joanna, Bradley, Catherine, Robert, Sally, Cora, Cassandra, Joshua, and Calhynda.

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St. Thomas Anglican Church

OUTDOOR Craft Fair Saturday, September 12th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2444 East 41st Street, Vancouver One of a kind crafts, original artwork, jams & jellies, unique hand-sewn items, hand-crafted jewelry, plants & garden accessories, pet gifts and MUCH MORE. SAFE & FUN

Covid 19 Social distancing and full sanitizing and safety precautions will be in place, Our Craft Fair is outdoors, in the open lot next to the church.

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Check our website for updates or call 604-434-6111 http://www.stthomasvancouver.ca/ st-thomas-outdoor-craft-sale/

LOST HEARING AIDS lost on Sept 6th. Seafair or Blundell Shopping Centre. REWARD James, 604-274-2708

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Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Are you a landed immigrant and new to Canada? Would you like to improve your English by speaking and listening better? Would you like to learn more about life in Canada? Courses are available in the morning or afternoon. Courses are delivered remotely and online using Zoom. For more information, email: RCE@sd38.bc.ca, or phone 778.297.7090.

Mandarin Language Studies & Youth-Children Programs Would you like to learn to read and write using Simplified Chinese Characters? Do you speak English and wish to learn to speak Mandarin? Do your children need extra practice and skills in English, math, coding and music? Courses are delivered remotely and online using Zoom. For more information, email sleung@sd38.bc.ca, or phone 604.668.6532.

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Experience a key when choosing a dry cleaning service

ot all dry cleanerrs are created equal.

Most offer convenience and quality, with quick turn-around times and thorough cleaning thatt can help extend the wearable life of a garrment..

But an experienced and respected opera ator, like Easy Care Dry Cleaners, which has serve ed customers at Blundell Centre since 2009, has added d servicces, which set it apart, that include in-store alteratio ons and specialized cleaning to preserve cherished clo othing, succh as wedding “The most significan nt change has been the type of dresses. solve ents th hat are used,” Baiins ex xplains. “Many dry cleaners “If customers need a dress hemme ed or pan ntss shorrtened, stiill use perc (p perchloroethylen ne), which is toxic and will we can do all of that. Plus, we specia alize in cleanin ng eventu ually y be banned.” wedding dresses that people have in nvestted a lo ot of money “W We don n’t use it. We use hydrocarbon, which is non-toxic, in and want to have them cleaned pro operly,” says owner biod degrad dable, environmentally safe and odourless.” Sam Bains, who has been in the industry for 30 years and That means you ur clothes don’t get returned to you with runs the operation with wife Sharan. that old, trademarrk “drry cleaner” smell. “Often, those dresses can come in very dirty because “The old so olvent sme ell, cu ustomers don’t like that. So, this they’ve been dragged through sand or dirt after a new productt is popullar,” Bain ns says. wedding party has had pictures taken in, perhaps, a And that ha as helpe ed enccourrage customers to bring in garden setting,” he says. “We make sure the dress gets m ore than j u s t m e n’s suiitss and women’ss hig gh-end dresses cleaned well and safely to ensure no damage is incurred.. that req quire dry clleaning g. And then we box it up in a special container so it can be stored and preserved as a commemorative keepsake that, “I have plenty of custom mers who brring in th heir dress shirts maybe, a daughter or granddaughter will wear sometime who swear they last longer becausse the drry cleaning in the future.” processs we use does such a good job off preserving them,” Bains says. Helping ensure that is Bains’ experience in the dry cleaning business, which has changed greatly over that For more about how Easy Care Dry Cleaners can treat time, most notably with the elimination of harsh dry your clothing right, visit them at Blundell Centre, call cleaning chemiccalss, something Easy Care Dry Cleaners has 604-274-2711 and ask them about their pick-up and delivery service within Richmond. subscribed to o for many years.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Barber shop welcomes customers back with health and safety in mind

taff at Q2 Barbers in Blundell Centre are busy giving customers a big “welcome back” after being closed for a couple of months this spring.

From March to early June they were shut due to COVID-19 restrictions and now have re-opened with a focus on providing a safe environment.

To comply with provincial health regulations, customers are asked to wear masks when they enter the barbershop, which is located across from the McDonald’s restaurant. Salon staff are also mandated to wear masks. “In addition, we get everyone to sanitize their hands and take their temperature before they come in,” says owner Vanessa Nguyen. “And we enssure all of the stations are properly cleaned and dissinfe ecte ed before and after they are used to make sure they are e safe for everyone.” “Most of our customers are OK with wearing a mask. But there are some who have difficulty and are e not force ed to wear one. The same goes for children und der fi five-ye earsold,” Nguyen says. “They can wear it, but can pulll it down from their nose, making sure to kee ep it coveriing their mouth.” Prior to the temporary closure, Q2 Barbe ers had fi fiv ve chairs inside the salon. Now, to ensure social distan ncing,, just three are in use. “We cut the number of chairs we used to keep peoplle spread far enough apart and as safe as possible,” Ng guyen n says. “And it is working well.” At the moment, Q2 is not taking appointments and will serv ve customers on a first come, first served basis.

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Due to space limitations, just three customers are permitted to wait inside the salon. “The remainder are directed to wait outside, preferably in their cars, to maintain social distancing, and we estimate what time they can come back,” Nguyen says, adding customers are requested to arrive with freshly washed hair. “We also don’t use blow dryers, either, to limit the amount of air that blows around in the building,” Nguyen says. De espite all of the changes based on health conditions, the salon’s hours haven’t changed. It remains open from 9 a.m m. to 6 p.m. from Monday to Saturday, and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. “This has bee en a different way of providing a service to our valu ued cu ustomers, and we’d like to thank everyone who hass been supporting us during this difficult time,” Nguy yen says. Forr more inforrmation about Q2 Barbers, visit www.blunde ellcenttre.ca.