Issuu

Happy Holidays! Enjoy 12% Off From Online Cake Order

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

Richmond Centre: (604) 370-3376 Aberdeen Centre: (604) 267-0807

Cou upon Code:

CAK KECO OUPON

Metropolis at Metrotown: (604) 438-8182 Coquitlam Centre: (778) 941-0360 Guildford Centre: (604) 588-1808

WWW.RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Demonstrators in Richmond show their support for farmers in India, who are protesting new laws they say leave them open to corporate exploitation

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

A2 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

OPINION

Join the conversation at facebook.com/richmond-news

City is a better place, thanks to Harold Dear Editor,

Re: “Alderman congratulated for 50 years on council,” News, Nov. 23. I want to add my voice to the many voices of appreciation to Alderman Harold Steves’ service to the City of Richmond. While I know Harold only from a distance and may not always agree with his ways of thinking, I still think his dedication to serving our city for 50 years deserves our collective gratitude. Only a privileged few have served in Harold’s position as an alderman or councillor. But for those of us who have done so, we know it is a thankless job. It is an even more trying job if you are not always on the majority of the council’s side. But Harold has persevered throughout the years and has never given up until his

RICHMOND NEWS Published every Thursday by the Richmond News, a member of the Glacier Media Group. #170-2840 Olafsen Ave. Richmond, V6X 2R3 604.270.8031 Advertising Sales: 604.249.3340 advertising@richmond-news.com Delivery: 604.249.3132 distribution@richmond-news.com Classiﬁed: 604.630.3300, 604.444.3056 or email classiﬁed@van.net PUBLISHER

EDITOR

Alvin Chow

Eve Edmonds

achow@glaciermedia.ca 604.249.3336

editor@richmond-news.com 604.249.3343

ADVERTISING DIRECTOR

DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

Rob Akimow

Kristene Murray

rakimow@richmond-news.com

604.249.3340

lone voice becomes a part of the popular voice on many issues and policies. Voters in Richmond, a city which I have called home since 1984, keep sending Harold back to city hall. As the cliche goes, voters are always right. So Harold must have been doing and saying the right things to receive that many Richmondites’ endorsement and trust. This ability to withstand the trial of time is even more remarkable if you consider the city’s rapid population growth and its drastic change of demography. He has acted as the bridge between the Richmond of the 20th and 21st centuries. Thank you, Harold, for what you have done for us. The City of Richmond is a better place to live, play and work because of your public service.

Tung Chan

RICHMOND

Animal contract takes us back 13 years Dear Editor, Re: “SPCA gets animal shelter and control contract back,” News, Dec. 3. It has been demonstrated that RAPS leadership lost focus on the core mandate of the original RAPS, whose values were to help all animals, not just the quick, easily monetized ﬂippable ones. This was further illustrated by using the original RAPS reputation to create a “business” and thus being awarded the “Association of the year” at the Richmond Chamber of Commerce awards. The reason the new “RAPS” didn’t get the shelter contract renewal is due to a lack of desire by the new leadership to get the contract; as such, the leadership could be free to focus on their spin-off businesses instead.

The city has given animal control back to the BC SPCA. countless selﬂess volunteers devoted hard work and dedication to, which was not for self-serving accolades or awards but to provide care to all animals, adoptable or not, and in doing so, created the original foundation for RAPS. Unfortunately we are right back to where we started pre-RAPS, with the focus on a “successful business infrastructure” coming before compassion.

Wendy Klop

This disappointing outcome is far removed from the original mandate that

RICHMOND

FORMORENEWS,SPORTS&COMMUNITYSTORIESSEARCHTHESEHEADLINESBYVISITINGRICHMOND-NEWS.COM

kmurray@van.net 604.249.3353

The Richmond News is a member of the Glacier Media Group. The News respects your privacy. We collect, use and disclose your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Statement which is available at www.richmond-news.com.The Richmond News is a member of the National Newsmedia Council, which is an independent organization established to deal with acceptable journalistic practices and ethical behaviour. If you have concerns about editorial content, please contact the editor at editor@richmond-news.com or call 604-249-3343. If you are not satisﬁed with the response and wish to ﬁle a formal complaint, visit the web site at mediacouncil.ca or call toll-free 1-844-877-1163.

Employee tests positive for COVID at Richmond restaurant Lawyer leads young performers in virtual Christmas concert B.C. formally extends provincial state of emergency Public banned from attending Richmond council meetings Applications for $1,000 B.C. Recovery Beneﬁt to start soon Virtual Richmond workshop tackles anxiety management Richmond’s Butterﬂyway Project recognized with award

STUDENTS PITCH IN FOR FOOD BANK

ABERDEEN CENTRE LIGHTS UP

Serving the needs of Richmond families for over 75 years

Yaosen Yang Benjamin Chan

Pre Planning Director Assistant Manager

• Proud to be a Canadian Family business • Pre-planning monthly payment options to suit any budget

Richmond Funeral Home

When only the best will do, call us for your burial or cremation needs:

8420 Cambie Road Richmond, BC V6X 1K1 richmondfuneral.ca

778-655-1588

by Arbor Memorial

Arbor Memorial Inc.

Erin MacPherson Branch Manager

A4 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

LETTERS

Policy drives house size Monster homes Dear Editor,

I have seen two letters to the editor over the past two weeks, taking issue with the construction of large houses in established neighbourhoods. The demolition of houses in Richmond’s neighbourhoods, and the subsequent construction of “minimansions” is not a result of “developer greed,” or an “uncaring city council.” It is, in fact, the result of homeowners in the late-1970s being overly concerned about “neighbourhood change.” Back then, there was a recognition that the very low density of Richmond’s single-family neighbourhoods could hinder housing affordability. Perhaps it would be better to subdivide these large lots and build two houses instead. As the ﬁrst of these projects took place, many residents claimed “the subdivision of these lots is changing the character of my neighbourhood,” and convinced the council of the day

to restrict subdivisions in many of our neighbourhoods, and thus was born the 702 Lot Size Policy. Since the creation of two smaller lots became illegal (or at the least, extremely challenging), when many of these houses were sold to people who wished to construct new houses, they (naturally) opted to build the largest house allowed under the zoning. So, instead of bungalows and split-levels of 1,800 — 2,200 square feet, these neighbourhoods saw new houses of 4,300 square feet or more. Only in select areas was subdivision to 33-foot lots permitted. So, today, we see the result of the 702 Lot Size Policy — mini-mansions in the Monds, the Mores, Broadmoor and many other neighbourhoods. Rather than preventing neighbourhood change, the policy has created a different type of change.

If one wishes to see what could have happened to those neighbourhoods had 702 never been enacted, take a look at the Steveston grid, where the vast majority of re-development has taken the form of 2,150-square-foot houses on subdivided 33-foot lots. By employing “gentle densiﬁcation” of these neighbourhoods, there are more affordable housing options. Create more options for ﬁrst-time home buyers, renters, young families and downsizers to live in these great neighbourhoods. The city’s recent move to encourage more townhouses on the arterial roads is a good step towards improving housing affordability in Richmond, but it is unfortunate that the vast tracts of land between the arterial roads have been left largely untouched.

Instead of allowing smaller, more affordable housing, 702 has encouraged unaffordable mini-mansions.

This year, let the Steveston Seafood House do the cooking 3 course turkey dinner takeout

per person

6O4.271.5252

stevestonseafoodhouse.com

RICHMOND

Search house size for full letter at Richmond-News.com

Dear Editor, “Keep Richmond able,” Letters, Dec. 3

live-

The problems cited by the letter writer regarding the destruction of our neighbourhoods rest at the feet of the council members of 2010-2014. The majority rode the Wild West Wave that surged over Richmond during this time. Only recently has noisy work been prohibited on building sites on Sundays and holidays and curbs on height have been established. But homes still pretty much can ﬁll an entire lot. In my neighbourhood, new monstrosities have been built that absolutely

dwarf the older homes beside them, like a small hotel beside a humble home. Who’d consider this sensible and appropriate for neighbourhood cohesion? To answer the question, the letter writer leaves us with this thought: It may not be possible to turn back the tide now; too much damage may have been done. But I would tell her to look at the voting record of each and every candidate running for city council next time. Many of the same people responsible for the housing mess still sit on council. Their voting record will tell you whose interests they truly have at heart.

Kris von Schalburg RICHMOND

DEC 10 - 13

2.5 & 5 Yard Pre-Cuts of: • 96” Heirloom Blend • 108” Polydown • 108” Heirloom Bleached

% 25

GRAB & GO!

HOBBS BATTING NEW ARRIVALS

3951 Moncton Street

Mark Sakai

dwarf old homes

OFF

While supplies last!

Polyster Viscose Tartans

$10.98/Yd

OEKO-TEX Cotton Spandex Knit Prints

$14.98/Yd

(Equivalent Price of $16.38/M)

(Equivalent Price of $12.00/M)

Richmond Coquitlam 4591 Garden City Rd 1348 United Blvd 604-273-5316 604-524-5454 www.fabricana.com

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

NEWS

Possible child luring near elementary school

House ﬁre ‘suspicious:’ RCMP Nono Shen NSHEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Richmond RCMP said a huge ﬁre which engulfed a home in central Richmond last Wednesday evening is considered suspicious and is under investigation.

Kirsten Clarke

KCLARKE@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Richmond RCMP is asking for the public’s help after a boy was allegedly offered candy by a man driving a white van. The incident happened between 8 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. Thursday morning (Dec. 3), in a laneway near the 10400 block of Seacote Road, close to Daniel Woodward elementary in the Ironwood neighbourhood. The boy was on his way to school at the time. According to Richmond RCMP, the boy did not engage with the man and immediately left the area, heading to school. He then reported this incident to school ofﬁcials who contacted police. “This boy did exactly what he should have. He stayed away from the vehicle, got himself to a safe place and reported it,” said Cpl. Adriana Peralta. A possible vehicle of interest — an early 2000s, white Econoline van with windows on all sides — has been identiﬁed from video surveil-

A photo of the house ﬁre south of Williams Road, between Gilbert and No. 3 roads, was circulating on social media last Thursday.

A white van is a possible vehicle of interest. Richmond RCMP photo lance in the area.

The RCMP told the Richmond News they assisted in dealing with the blaze in the 7500 block of Petts Road, near Maple Lane elementary, Wednesday around 7:50 p.m., but the cause remains unclear.

According to Richmond RCMP, the driver is described as a Caucasian man, about 20 years old with long brown/blonde hair, a pimple on his forehead and scar on the left side of his face and wearing a black T-shirt. Police continue to conduct patrols in the area and canvass for additional video surveillance. Anyone who may have witnessed this incident or recognize the van is asked to contact Richmond RCMP at 604-278-1212 and quote ﬁle number 2020-33014.

Photos of a house ﬁre circulated on social media. Submitted photo

Police said they can’t release more details at this time.

Canadian Navigable Waters Act Public Notice Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land 1068800 BC Ltd. hereby gives notice that two applications have been made to both the Minister of Transport and the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resources and Rural Development (MFLNRO – Surrey) for a licence of occupation of a barge ramp situated on Provincial Crown land and in Navigable Waters. The applicants name, address, and occupation is as follows: Pardaman Sekhon – President, 11191 Twigg Pl, Richmond, BC. Pursuant to paragraph 7(2) of the said Act, 1068800 BC Ltd. has deposited with the Minister of Transport, on the on-line Navigable Waters Registry (http://cps.canada.ca/) and under registry number 1222. The Lands File number for this application for use of crown land is 2412365. The following is a description of the works, its site and plans: The work will entail the installation of a barge ramp which will include Dredging and slope stability works, construction of jetty and ramp infrastructure, installation of pilings to support barge moorage, and construction of habitat offset benches. Works will be constructed in/over the Fraser River on the northern side of Mitchell Island at the foot of upland lot at (PID: 027226794) with the legal description: Lot 1 Plan BCP32626 District Lot 459 Land District 1 Land District 36 DL 1014 & 5091. Comments regarding the effect of this work on marine navigation can be sent through the Common Project Search site mentioned above under the Comment section (search by the above referenced number) or, by sending your comments directly to the Minister or Transport, #820-800 Burrard Street, Vancouver BC, V6Z 2J8, if you do not have access to the internet. However, comments will be considered only if they are in writing (electronic means preferable) and are received not later than 30 days after the publication of the last notice. Although all comments conforming to the above will be considered, no individual response will be sent. Comments concerning the occupation of this land should be directed to the Project Manager at 200-10428 153rd Street, Surrey, BC V3R 1E1. Comments will be received by the MFLNRO until January 14, 2021. MFLNRO may not consider comments received after this date. Please visit the Applications, Comments & Reasons for Decision website at https://comment.nrs.gov.bc.ca/ for more information. Signed at 12:00PM this 02 day of December, 2020. Signature: Below is a map of the application area for Crown Land Tenure.

M Y L O R A EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE

www.mylora.ca Application for Crown Land Tenure

(604)271-5626

A6 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

NEWS

Join the conversation at twitter.com/TheRichmondNews

Rally held in solidarity with Indian farmers

Cars honked their horns in support as they drove by the demonstrators who had gathered at the intersection of No. 5 and Cambie roads Tuesday afternoon in solidarity with farmers in India. “The concern that the South Asian community has, the majority of us come from farming backgrounds, and the ones who immigrated here or to the U.S. or anywhere else around the world, have families back home who rely on farming to live,” said Sonia Panda, who organized Tuesday’s rally. At issue is a trio of new agricultural laws, passed by India’s government earlier this year, which the country’s farmers say could cause the government to stop buying grain at minimum prices, and lead to exploitation by corporations who will push down prices. The new rules also eliminate agents who act as middlemen between the farmers and the government-regulated wholesale markets. The Indian government claims the laws bring about needed reform, allowing farmers the freedom to market their crops.

“No big companies are going to deal with small farmers that have little land and make few crops, so they all get nothing,” said Panda, whose family owns land in Punjab. “The minimum support price that they usually would get to make money and make a livelihood, that’s gone.”

educated about it. “A lot of people are like, how does this affect us, we’re in Canada, they’re in India,” she said. “We get a lot of imports from India, especially spices and cotton and shoes and towels, et cetera.” Other protests supporting the farmers have also taken place in the Lower Mainland. Two major rallies were held last week, where convoys travelled from Surrey to the Indian Consulate in Vancouver.

Nearly 60 per cent of the Indian population depends on agriculture A rally was held in Richmond on Tuesday in supfor their livelihoods. port of farmers in India. Submitted photo Many of the protesting farmers in India breakthroughs. — who have been met with tear gas and water cannons as they Tuesday’s rally is the second that Panda speak out against the new laws, including has organized in Richmond. The ﬁrst, on camping out on key highways — hail from Saturday, was held at the intersection of northern Punjab and Haryana, two of the No. 5 Road and Steveston Highway. largest agricultural states in that country. Panda, who lives in Delta, said she hopes Talks between the farmers and the Indian government have so far failed to yield any

to raise awareness about the situation in India and that more people can become

In her own city of Delta, said Panda, there’s a nightly rally on Scott Road. Canada’s three major party leaders have also spoken in support of India’s farmers. Trudeau has said that Canada “will always stand up for the right of peaceful protest anywhere around the world.” Conservative leader Erin O’Toole shared a similar message in a video posted to Twitter, while federal NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, also in a video statement, said “We stand in solidarity with farmers and call for respect and peaceful dialogue as farmers call for their rights.” —With ﬁles from The Canadian Press

Since 1989, working diligently with a Client-First approach to Solving Legal Matters Successfully in Richmond and throughout Vancouver Metro 自1989年以來，我們一直在列治文市和大溫地區努力地以客戶至上的精神為大家解決法律上的問題。李東尼律師事務所

From your local MLAs We wish you and your loved ones a safe and joyful holiday season. We look forward to serving you in the New Year!

Remedios and Company Lawyers & Notaries Public Suite 1233 - 2nd Floor, 3779 Sexsmith Road Richmond, BC V6X 3Z9

Tel: 604-688-9337 http://www.remedios.lawyer/ Email: info@remedios.lawyer

pls. call us for a

free in home caring consultation

1293A 56th Street

Aman Singh - Richmond-Queensborough • Aman.Singh.MLA@leg.bc.ca Kelly Greene - Richmond-Steveston • Kelly.Greene.MLA@leg.bc.ca Henry Yao - Richmond-South Centre • Henry.Yao.MLA@leg.bc.ca

604-595-1680

www.nursenextdoor.com

We are here to help.

Mobility ScooterS Power wheelchairS including rentals

& medical equipment and supplies

proudly serving ladne er & tsawwassen

604-540-6373

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

NEWS

Join the conversation at facebook.com/RichmondNews/

3 hospital units hit by COVID; tickets issued COVID-19 outbreaks have been declared on three units at Richmond Hospital, which is now reducing its surgeries in response.

William Bridge elementary (Nov. 30); and Maple Lane elementary (Nov. 20, Nov. 24 to 25 and Dec. 1).

a 15-per-cent “victim surcharge levy,” a penalty imposed to help fund programs for victims of crimes.

Richmond RCMP, estimated ﬁve or six violation tickets have been issued in Richmond since the Quarantine Act came into effect.

On Friday, Dec. 4, an outbreak was declared in the 4 North Acute Care for the Elderly unit, after staff tested positive for the virus, according to Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH).

A school “exposure” is when someone with the virus was at school during their infectious period, states the VCH’s website.

Supt. Will Ng, ofﬁcer in charge of the

—Richmond News staff

The health authority did not say how many staff had contracted the virus. Two more outbreaks were declared on Monday, Dec. 7, on the 6 North and 3 South medical units. As a result, the hospital is reducing surgeries and will prioritize urgent surgeries and day surgeries. As well, the three units are currently closed to new admissions and transfers. School exposures The latest school exposures, according to the VCH’s school exposures webpage, occurred at Thomas Kidd elementary (Nov. 30 and Dec. 1); Hugh McRoberts secondary (Dec. 1 to Dec. 2, and Dec. 4); McNair secondary (Nov. 19 and Nov. 24 to 27); Burnett secondary (Nov. 24 to 26);

Restaurant employee tests positive Kirin Restaurant, at 7900 Westminster Hwy., closed its doors this week after a worker tested positive for COVID-19. In a notice, the restaurant said the employee tested positive on Dec. 7, and it has closed for cleaning and sanitization. Staff who may have come into close contact have been asked to self-isolate. The restaurant anticipates reopening Dec. 20. Quarantine tickets Two more violation tickets were issued in Richmond in late November for failure to comply with the Quarantine Act. They were issued by the Richmond RCMP on Nov. 21 and Nov. 27. The tickets for violating the Quarantine Act were $1,000. One offender, however, was also issued

JOIN OUR TEAM Full-time and part-time positions: Couriers • Cargo Handlers • Ramp Handlers Apply today at fedex.ca/careers

This graph illustrates the increase of reported COVID-19 cases in Richmond, released weekly by BCCDC. The numbers might include adjustments to the data, not necessarily weekly totals, explained a PHSA spokesperson. The News has reached out for further clariﬁcation, but hasn’t heard back. According to BCCDC, there have been a total of 946 COVID-19 cases in Richmond since the start of the pandemic. Richmond News graph

A8 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020 SCORE A TREAT:

HAPPY APPY HOURS

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

WE’RE OPEN FOR BUSINESS

AT STANLEY’S

3-5PM Assorted Appetizers PLUS Beer, Wine & Drink Specials!

2 FOR 1 APPY

14140 TRIAN NGLE ROAD, Located upstairs at the Richmond Ice Centre ac crosss from SilverCity 604-274-0011

Plenty of FREE PARKING

100” BIG SCREEN TV AND MULTIPLE TV SCREENS

Bring Movie Receipts from Silver City for Your

Reduce the appearance of wrinkles up to 68% WRINKLE AND FROWN LINE CREAM: • For women & men of all ages and skin types • Reduces wrinkle depth up to 68% • 5 CREAMS IN ONE: A wrinkle cream, day cream, night cream, moisturizer, and, make-up base. Available in London Drugs stores or order online: www.londondrugs.com Search for ‘Wrinkle and Frown Line Cream’

NEWS

Virus impacts budget

Pandemic or no pandemic, this is not the time to cut back on firefighters and police officers, according to some Richmond city councillors.

“Yes, we have a pandemic; yes, things have slowed down, but the city still has to continue to be safe,” said Coun. Bill McNulty. Coun. Linda McPhail added, “When I’ve been talking to people, they want us to focus on providing core services, and I would see community safety as a core service.” Meanwhile, Coun. Carol Day noted it would be “foolish” not to hire new officers this year given the City of Surrey is moving from an RCMP to a municipal police force. “We’ll have pick of the cream of the crop if we hire now,” she said. In order to minimize tax increases for the 2021 budget, staff came up with three budget scenarios and suggested the city could delay hiring more police and firefighters, something approved two years ago. The city’s budget has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with lower gaming, facility, investment and parking revenue and increased costs. A $9.3 million federal grant along with cost-cutting measures has given city staff the confidence Richmond won’t have a deficit this year, according to a staff report. Sustainability goals, sidewalks Two initiatives from former city Coun. Kelly Greene came back to council last week but only one was supported by council. Council didn’t support integrating U.N.

goals for sustainability into Richmond’s reporting but did favour reviewing the width of sidewalks throughout the city.

The 17 U.N. sustainability goals have been adopted by other cities and organizations, pointed out Coun. Michael Wolfe, for example, Kelowna in 2018. While Coun. McPhail said they were “great goals,” she said she didn’t think they ﬁt with city-level government. “Most of them, as I can see, are at the national, provincial and regional level,” McPhail said. “It was very hard to ﬁnd things that were actually targets for a municipal government.” The motion was defeated with Mayor Malcolm Brodie, McPhail, Couns. Bill McNulty and Alexa Loo voting against it. Greene’s second motion, on sidewalk widths, did move forward, however. In her rationale, Greene claimed sidewalks are getting narrower with new developments, and wider ones are needed for safety, accessibility, gender equity, active transportation and the environment. Wolfe said the motion meets a goal of his and the city’s, namely, “having a walkable neighbourhood and trying to optimize services like sidewalks. “The phrase I just used there is directly out of the (U.N.) sustainability goals, which we apparently didn’t need to support because we wouldn’t learn anything from it,” Wolfe added. The city’s current sidewalk standards date back more than a decade. — Maria Rantanen/Richmond News

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! FROM RICHMOND DENTURE CLINIC

Director: Barbara Tomasic I Music Supervisor: Christopher King

Christmas Special

ONLINE MUSICAL REVUE

Featuring songs from your favourite musicals: , and more!

Annie, The Wizard of Oz The Sound of Music,

STREAMING DEC 18 - JAN 1 TICKETS & INFO: GATEWAYTHEATRE.COM

Relines Repairs Checkups Soft Liners

BUY N from OW $25

Partial Dentures Dental Implants Precision Dentures Immediate Dentures

We’re here for you.There were a lot of challenges this year, but one thing is certain. Richmond Denture is here to make sure you have a safe and comfortable experience. Happy Holidays and we look forward to seeing you in the NewYear.

PHONE TODAY FOR YOUR

FREE DENTURE CONSULTATION! SONIA RAEISI RD

604.273.4221

richmonddentureclinic.ca | Unit 113-7000 St. Albans Road. Richmond

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT! Dollar for dollar, Mr. Johnny Fong & Ms. Rebecca Cheng will match your donation to Richmond Hospital Foundationâ€™s Surgical Restart Campaign up to $300,000

Donate Today at

richmondhospitalfoundation.com

Left: Dr. Fay Leung, Orthopedic Surgeon, Richmond Hospital Right: Mr. Johnny Fong & Ms. Rebecca Cheng

A10 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

NEWS

For photos follow us on Instagram.com/richmond_news

Parents ask for school options Nono Shen

NSHEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Newly-minted NDP MLA Henry Yao was planning to face some frustrated Richmond parents, via Zoom, who are pressing the provincial government to offer online classes only for secondary and elementary school students. Currently, the school district is offering three options for secondary students: back to school in-person, home-schooling (which cuts the student off from the school district) or transitional learning through Richmond Virtual School (RVS). Elementary students have four options: in-person learning at school, home schooling, distributed learning and transition learning. The Richmond Board of Education is considering extending the transitional learning program past Jan. 31 and will discuss it at its Dec. 16 meeting. However, given the growing list of

COVID-19 exposures in Richmond schools recently, some parents are urging the school district and Ministry of Education to take a step further by moving all classes online, explained Richmond parent Hai Lin.

supporting both in-person and online learning, according to Lin, who shared a screenshot of the results with the Richmond News.

“Many parents told me they couldn’t imagine if their kids got COVID-19, “Many parents’ anxieties which would be so devashave been high over the tating. The most horrible past few weeks after bepart is many Chinese immiing bombarded with fresh grant families have…three numbers on (possible) COgenerations living under Henry Yao VID-19 infections at schools the same roof. If kids catch on a daily basis. Because of the deadly virus, they will the overwhelming concerns likely put their grandparI have heard from parents, I decided to ents’ lives at risk,” said Lin. (request) a meeting with Yao,” said Lin, However, Lin’s suggestion doesn’t sit who also established a poll question last well with all parents. week on WeChat asking parents what Diana Chen, a mother of two, believes they thought about doing away with inperson learning entirely for the foresee- the school district should maintain the current learning structure since every family able future. looks different and has different needs. As of Dec. 8, the poll received 620 “For some families like us having two votes, with 382 people in favour of moving all courses online and 192 people working parents, we couldn’t assist our

It’s Easy and Convenient

DON’T TRASH YOUR HOLIDAY BATTERIES! Recycling is the safest and most responsible thing you can do with your used household batteries.

SAFEL

kids with online learning at home. And some children have parents who don’t speak English as their ﬁrst language. They need other learning options. Why don’t you keep all learning options open,” said Chen. Yao told the Richmond News that the meeting, scheduled for Dec. 9, is an opportunity for him to hear and record residents’ concerns and provide that information to the ministries of health and education. “The hope is to open a channel of dialogue around the pandemic and schools as many parents are sharing their concerns and we want to make sure their fears are heard,” said the MLA for Richmond South Centre. “There is no intention to answer questions, as I do not represent the ministries. However, I am conﬁdent the ministries will help us understand their goals and objectives,” Yao wrote in an email reply. The Zoom meeting was scheduled for after the News’ print deadline.

Don’t trash your holiday batteries! To ensure long-awaited toys can be powered up as soon as they’re opened and continue running through the holiday season, batteries are at the top of many parents’ holiday shopping lists. But when those batteries need replacing, it’s important they aren’t tossed in the garbage or stored in a junk drawer. “Many popular holiday gifts require batteries,” says Joe Zenobio, president, Call2Recycle Canada, Inc. “However, batteries can contain toxic materials, so if used batteries are thrown in the garbage and end up in landfill they can harm wildlife and the environment. When your holiday batteries reach the end of their lives, it is important you responsibly recycle them.” When batteries are responsibly recycled, their valuable materials can be used as input for the manufacturing of new products like bicycles, stainless steel water bottles, pens, small appliances and even sunscreen. Battery recycling is easy and convenient thanks to Call2Recycle ®, British Columbia’s provincially regulated, not-for-profit battery recycling program. Call2Recycle is dedicated to the safe collection and recycling of used batteries, collecting batteries at hundreds of locations across British Columbia, including many leading retailers such as Staples, The Home Depot, London Drugs, Lowes/RONA, Canadian Tire and Best Buy. To find the most convenient drop-off location for you, visit call2recycle.ca/locator and type in your postal code.

Use a non-metal container.

When you replace the batteries from remotes, game consoles, headsets and other toys and household items, place each used battery in a clear, sealable plastic bag and then store the bags in a non-metal storage container. Instructions on how to safely protect and store your batteries until you’re ready to recycle them can be found at call2recycle.ca/protect-store-recycle. When you have collected a handful of batteries ready for recycling, take them with you the next time you’re out doing errands, and drop them at a convenient Call2Recycle collection location.

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

A11

A12 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Notice of Public Hearing

City of Richmond

Monday, December 14, 2020 – 7 p.m. Council Chambers, 1st Floor, Richmond City Hall

6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000 Fax: 604-278-5139 TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Richmond will hold a Public Hearing as noted above, on the following items: 1.

OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN BYLAW 7100, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9628 AND RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9629 (ZT 19-875774/RZ 13-628557) Location/s:

Location/s:

8320, 8340, 8360 and 8440 Bridgeport Road and 8311 and 8351 Sea Island Way

Applicant/s:

RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAWS 10147, 10148, 10149, 10150, 10151 AND 10152 (LAND USE CONTRACTS IN BROADMOOR) Eight (8) properties located in the Broadmoor Planning Area; Specifically: • 10160, 10180, 10220, 10240 Ryan Road • 8011/8031, 8041/8043, 8045/8047, 8053/8055, 8057/8059 Lucas Road • 10151 No. 3 Road • 10391 No. 3 Road and 10220 Dunoon Drive • 8311 Saunders Road • 7900 Francis Road • 9111 No. 3 Road • 10460 No. 3 Road

Wydanco Consultants Ltd.

1. To update the rezoning Purpose: considerations associated with Richmond Official Community Plan Bylaw 7100, Amendment Bylaw 9628, and Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9629, by removing the rezoning considerations relating to outdated contributions and requirements and to modify additional considerations consequential to the changes proposed by the applicant;

Applicant/s:

2. To amend the City Centre Area Plan’s Bridgeport Village Specific Land Use Map - Detailed Transect Descriptions in Schedule 2.10 (City Centre Area Plan) by allowing commercial education and university education uses (excluding dormitory and child care uses) to the list of permitted uses, and to allow those educational uses to utilize up to 50% of the 1.0 FAR Village Centre Bonus floor area; and

City of Richmond

Purpose: To establish underlying zoning for eight (8) properties developed under Land Use Contracts 008, 013, 022, 068, 100, and 153 located in the Broadmoor Planning Area and to permit housekeeping amendments to Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500. The existing Land Use Contracts will remain effective and will continue to govern the use and development of the affected properties until their termination date of June 30, 2024, as established in the Local Government Act.

3. To rezone the subject properties from “Land Use Contract 126” and “Auto-Oriented Commercial (CA)” to a new site-specific zone, “High Rise Commercial (ZC39) – Bridgeport Gateway”, and discharge “Land Use Contract 126” from the properties at 8320, 8340, 8360 & 8440 Bridgeport Road and 8351 Sea Island Way;

City Contact: Cynthia Lussier, 604-276-4108, Planning and Development Division LAND USE CONTRACTS IN BROADMOOR

to permit development of a two-phase development consisting of a two-tower and podium building combining restaurant, retail and office uses in the north-easterly tower and hotel and convenience retail uses in the southerly tower in Phase 1 and commercial education, university education and/or office use in a north-westerly tower in Phase 2.

How to obtain further information: • By Phone: If you have questions or concerns, please call the CITY CONTACT shown above. • On the City Website: Public Hearing Agendas, including staff reports and the proposed bylaws, are available on the City Website at http://www.richmond.ca/cityhall/council/agendas/ hearings/2020.htm • At City Hall: Copies of the proposed bylaw, supporting staff and Committee reports and other background material, are unavailable for viewing at City Hall due to the current closure. Please find these materials on the City Website at http://www.richmond.ca/cityhall/council/agendas/hearings/2020.htm • By Fax or Mail: Staff reports and the proposed bylaws may also be obtained by FAX or by standard mail, by calling 604-276-4007 between the hours of 8:15 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays, commencing December 4, 2020 and ending December 14, 2020. Participating in the Public Hearing process: • The health and wellness of our residents, staff and Council remain our priority. Please be advised that measures will be taken at the meeting to respect physical distancing requirements and adhere to recommended preventative measures to limit the spread of COVID-19. • During the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Public Hearing is open to members of the public who may be affected by the proposed bylaw and wish to make a presentation. • Due to the public health concerns and physical distancing requirements, the public is encouraged to submit written comments in advance of the Public Hearing, or register to participate remotely via telephone, instead of attending the meeting in person if possible.

City Contact: Robin Pallett, 604-276-4200, Planning and Development Division

• Registration to participate remotely via telephone is available starting on the Friday prior to the Public Hearing until 1:00 pm on the date of the Hearing. Information on how to register is available on the City website: https://www.richmond.ca/cityhall/ council/phone-participation.htm

Bylaws 9628 and 9629

TEMPORARY COMMERCIAL USE PERMIT (TU 20-890999) Location/s:

13651 Bridgeport Road

Applicant/s:

Brook Pooni Associates

Purpose: To permit a Temporary Commercial Use Permit at 13651 Bridgeport Road to permit a maximum of 1,490 m² (16,043 ft²) of floor area to be used for “Warehouse Sales” limited to the sale of household appliances, and the provision of 87 vehicle parking spaces, be considered for three years from the date of issuance. City Contact: Nathan Andrews, 604-247-4911, Planning and Development Division

Bylaw TU 20-890999

• Written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by 4:00 pm on the date of the Public Hearing as follows: • By E-mail: cityclerk@richmond.ca • By Standard Mail: 6911 No.3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2C1, Attention: Director, City Clerk’s Office • By Fax: 604-278-5139, Attention: Director, City Clerk’s Office • Public Hearing Rules: For information on public hearing rules and procedures, please consult the City website at http:// www.richmond.ca/cityhall/council/hearings/about.htm or call the City Clerk’s Office at 604-276-4007. • All submissions will form part of the record of the hearing. Once the Public Hearing has concluded, no further information or submissions can be considered by Council. It should be noted that the rezoned property may be used for any or all of the uses permitted in the “new” zone. Claudia Jesson Director, City Clerk’s Office

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

www.richmond.ca

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

NEWS

Lawyer guilty of professional misconduct Alan Campbell

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

Members

• Conveyancing • Land Transfers • Mortgagess

• Subdivisions • Powers of Attorney • Representation Agreements

• Wills • Mobile Homes • Attestations

Alex Ning

Tammy Morin Nakashima

Hans Podzun

Malek Allibhai

604.270.8384

604.275.0070

604.273.1101

604.244.8993

206 – 8120 Granville Avenue

209 - 3740 Chatham St.

Fairchild Square 630 - 4400 Hazelbridge Way

210 - 6411 Buswell Street

ACAMPBELL@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

One of the most controversial characters in Richmond’s law profession has been found guilty of professional misconduct, after a Law Society of BC tribunal. Real estate and immigration lawyer Hong Guo, who lost a 2018 bid to become Richmond’s mayor, failed to properly supervise her bookkeeper, improperly delegated trust accounting to him and later misappropriated millions of dollars in trust funds, according to the society’s ruling last month. The society also found that Guo had breached several undertakings and orders, which it had imposed ear- Hong Guo. File photo lier this year after an investigation into her practises.

Everything you need this holiday season

it ’s

all at

In her defence, she claimed that the aforementioned bookkeeper stole $7.5 million from her law firm’s trust accounts in 2016, before laundering the cash at a casino and fleeing to China. Guo told the society’s disciplinary panel that her mistake “was placing trust in her employee who took advantage of her trust to commit a sophisticated scam” and her actions didn’t amount to professional misconduct. She said her subsequent attempts to repay to her clients the “stolen” $7.5 million — which the society ruled as a breach of trust accounting rules — was an honest bid to minimize the overall impact of the missing trust funds. The society, however, disagreed and Guo is facing a possible $50,000 fine, conditions/restrictions on her practice, a suspension or even expulsion from her profession when she is called back for a disciplinary hearing next March. “The Law Society says that the theft occurred because (Guo) herself created the lax conditions that allowed the theft to occur,” stated the society’s ruling. Search Guo for full story at Richmond-News.com

Spend $250 at three or more Lansdowne Centre stores or services with same-day receipts, and receive a $20 gift card to participating stores* Boxing Week sales start December 26th! *While supplies last. Terms and conditions apply, visit our website for details.

Lansdowne Centre, 5300 No. 3 Road, Richmond, B.C. Lansdowne Canada Line Station

www.lansdowne-centre.com

PLEASE RECYCLE THIS NEWSPAPER.

A13

A14 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Help brighten the holidays for your neighbours in need Give online at RCRG.org

When Santa needs to ﬁll his sleigh, he has the support of

Canadian Tire Canadian Tire is Canada’s Christmas store and in communities across this great country, we believe in and wholeheartedly support various community initiatives, especially during the Christmas season and especially in a year like this one. “It’s important to build strong communities and to partner with organizations who have similar values as ours, like the Richmond Christmas Fund,” says owner Terry Sanford, whose Canadian Tire store is located in the Ironwood Plaza. “We are excited to be part of this initiative,” says Sean Disdero, owner of the Canadian Tire store located at Number 3 Road. “Anything that brings joy to seniors and children in our community is something Canadian Tire is proud to be involved with.”

Thank you to our $10,000 Angel Donors! Wayne Duzita • Rob Howard • Michael Chiu Co-Chairs, Richmond Christmas Fund

Ed Gavsie President & CEO, RCRG

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

NEWS

A15

For photos follow us on Instagram.com/richmond_news

New affordable rental Shots ﬁred in homes in the works downtown core Kirsten Clarke

KCLARKE@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Ninety-one new affordable rental homes are coming to Richmond, partly funded by the provincial government. An 11-unit building is currently under construction at 3699 Sexsmith Ave., and, once completed, will provide homes for families and seniors. The project is being built in partnership with More Than A Roof Housing. Construction on the second project, at 5491 No. 2 Rd., is expected to begin in July 2021, according to the B.C. government. The site — built in partnership with Pathways Clubhouse and the City of Richmond — will provide 80 homes for seniors, families and individuals living in-

dependently with mental health challenges.

The two Richmond projects were announced along with 14 others on Wednesday by B.C.’s Ministry of the Attorney General, which is also responsible for housing. The projects will provide a total of 634 affordable homes across the province, with funding from the Building B.C. Community Housing Fund. “These projects will mean new, affordable homes for a wide range of people — from seniors on ﬁxed incomes to growing families and people with disabilities,” said Attorney General David Eby in a statement. The total capital costs on both projects — what the province and developer will be spending — are in the process of being ﬁnalized, according to the min-

istry.

However, the No. 2 Road project is receiving approximately $8 million from the province’s Community Housing Fund, the ministry confirmed. Previously, that project — first announced in 2017 — was awarded a grant from the Investment In Housing Innovation fund, but in March 2019 the funding shifted to the community fund which the ministry said was “better-suited for this type of development.” Meanwhile, the provincial government will be putting approximately $1.1 million towards the Sexsmith Avenue project. The ministry said that, at this time, it could not confirm who would be operating the facilities once they are completed.

Kirsten Clarke

KCLARKE@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Richmond Mounties are investigating reports of possible shots ﬁred in Richmond’s downtown core last Thursday. Police say the incident appears to have been targeted.

According to Richmond RCMP, the men involved in the incident were described to police only as South Asian. They ﬂed the area in three vehicles: a black Jetta, a white Audi and a white Mercedes. The motive for the incident is unknown at this time, RCMP said.

At about 4:35 p.m. Thursday (Dec. 3), multiple police units were in the 4500-block of No. 3 Road, between Alderbridge Way and Cambie Road, after receiving reports of shots ﬁred.

“This is a busy time of the day in the downtown core,” said Cpl. Adriana Peralta with the Richmond RCMP. “It’s fortunate the reckless actions of this individual did not result in an innocent bystander being injured.”

At the scene, officers found evidence confirming shots were fired, and, speaking with witnesses, learned one man had allegedly discharged a firearm during a physical altercation.

Anyone with information is asked to call Richmond RCMP at 604-278-1212 and quote ﬁle number 2020-33038. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Help brighten the holidays for your neighbours in need Give online at RCRG.org

When It Comes to Selling Masks, Chak Au is Santa’s Top Elf This year, one of the Richmond Christmas Fund’s major fundraising campaigns involved face masks. For $20 each, community members could purchase masks featuring the Christmas Fund’s lovable bear mascot, with all proceeds beneﬁting families in need this holiday season. Hundreds of people supported our #WearTheBear campaign, but Richmond City Councillor Chak Au went above and beyond. He took it upon himself to personally sell 250 face masks, raising $5,000 in the process! To Chak Au, we offer a double dose of gratitude: for helping to ensure that everyone can share in the holiday spirit, and for getting people to mask up!

A16 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Don’t wait for your extended benefits to expire before the new year. Direct Billing Available. Please call Dr. Jheeta today

The Richmond Naturopathic Medical In his 30 years as a Naturopathic Clinic is fully licensed with extended health Physician, Dr. Jheeta has helped many benefits coverage so if you patients with variety of health are tired of feeling sick, think concerns. One common of an alternative approach factor in most of his patients at Richmond Naturopathic is the impact of diet on Medical Clinic. health. Dr. Jheeta offers a simple comprehensive blood test to help determine the impact of food sensitivities on your health. From his experience, he’s determined that the elimination of food Dr. Raj Jheeta ND offers sensitivities can help resolve Richmond over 30 years many health issues. of Naturopathic expertise

Boost your immune system

Suite 230-8211 Ackroyd Road Phone 604-273-7753 www.richmondnaturopathic.com

PET WEEK OF THE

PROUDLY CO-SPONSORED BY:

Macey ter Borg Pet-Friendly Real Estate

604.838.1108

Macey.T@gmail.com

RE/MAX Westcoast

LUCIOUS IS ONE BIG GOOFBALL WHO THINKS HE IS STILL A PUPPY.

ID: 519093, Male Dog Location: West Vancouver Branch Lucious came from a very small community so the big city has been an adjustment. He has lived his life strictly outdoors and is easily taken by small animals. BC SPCA Rich hmond d

7791 Steveston Hwy. 604-277-3100

NEWS

Owls attacking, stealing hats Alan Campbell

ACAMPBELL@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

More joggers on the West Dyke Trail have reached out to the Richmond News with their stories of being mistakenly “attacked” by owls. Last week, Richmond-News.com told how regular West Dyke runner Mark Ritchie felt an owl’s talons on his head near the trail’s intersection with Westminster Highway at around 6 p.m. Ritchie said the owl “swooped down behind me and put its claws into the top of my head for several seconds. When I reached up to bat it away with my arm, it ﬂew away. I think it mistook my black wool hat as something other than the rest of me.” Indeed, his experience was markedly similar to two more readers who contacted the News after reading Ritchie’s tale.

BC SPCA Thriift Martt

5400 Minoru Blvd. 604-276-2477

Wes Kirk even has a video of an owl — believed by experts to be a barred

owl which, from high above, is mistaking runners’ toques and pony tails for prey — ﬂying away into the dark sky last week with his hat.

owls swooping at my head, all while eagles are sitting in the trees (and I) try not to step on any skunk or raccoon tails.”

“At this time of the year, it happens to me at least once a week,” said Kirk, referring to an owl swooping down on him in the same section of the dike trail as Ritchie.

Ali Tung also described how he was on the West Dyke Trail a couple of weeks ago at the same spot when, while wearing a black beanie, was chased by an owl.

“I’ve been running that section of the dike every morning before work for years and it always happens around this time of year.

“It grabbed me from behind,” Tung told the News.

“But I don’t really think of it as being attacked; I think they’re just practising their hunting skills. “For anyone interested, the ‘danger zone’ is between Westminster Highway and Blundell, along the dike.” Kirk added that he used to do a lot of trail running in all sorts of places, “but I see more wildlife on my morning run on the dike than anywhere else... “On any morning I’ll be running along with coyotes while there’s a beaver swimming in the river and

“Although I ended up grabbing it, thinking somebody had grabbed my head and I slammed it into the ground when I freaked out.” Tung said the owl sat stunned on the ground for a few seconds before ﬂying away, with him running as fast as he could in the opposite direction. Experts have said in the past that the owl, when hunting, is totally focused on its prey and nothing else. It’s only when they hit their “target” that they realize its 150 pounds heavier than it should be and that’s when they bounce off.

FEATURE SPECIALS LOWER THAN GOVERNMENT LIQUOR STORE PRICES! Circus Malbec

1590

Masi Campofiorin n

1890

Oyster Bay Sauv Blanc

1840

Bailey’s Irish Cream

Oyster Bay Sparkling Brut

750 ML

1890

2640

Tax included

Smirnoff Vodka Pet

Oops Spicy Splendor

Budweiser

Heineken

24 PC

12PB

Crown Royal

+ dep

750 ML

2390

Tax included + dep

1240

Tax included + dep

3860

Tax included + dep

OPEN CHRISTMAS DAY 10AM UNTIL 5PM

2680

Tax included

+ dep

Check us out on Uber Eats Over 300 items on the menu Uber eats menu prices DO NOT reflect in store prices

2590

+ dep

Starting December 4 Until Jan. 2

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST • OPEN CHRISTMAS DAY 10AM TO 5PM

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

A17

Re-opened with new Covid-19 Safety protocols in place

Beautiful Smiles Created by the Artisans at Esthetic Denture Studio Advantages and benefits of being an Esthetics Denture Studio patient:

Cosmetic Precision Denture System™

• Alex Hupka has 26 years of experience as a registered dental technician and 16 years experience as a registered denturist. • A Combined experience of 42 years in the dental field produces results of esthetic beauty with unparalleled accuracy in all our products • Natural beauty esthetics and function, immaculate attention to detail • We provide integrated treatment planning with your dentist or surgeon • Implant supported and retained denture treatment planning and engineering • Highest quality dental materials available with no compromise. • We have an in house laboratory for all your needs, to maintain product and quality control • 5 year warranty against breakage during eating • Free home care kit, including professional denture cleaner with new cosmetic and partial dentures for the lifetime of being our patient

Premium quality Cosmetic Precision Dentures instill confidence and provide optimum function while eating, speaking and laughing. Sophisticated instrumentation records facial and anatomical information to recreate your natural smile and the youthful facial contours of your lips and cheeks. Our premium quality teeth duplicate natural teeth. The contours of our premium teeth are designed to match your skeletal type with feminine and masculine characteristics to accentuate your appeal.

The Art and Advantages of Cosmetic Precision Dentures: Esthetics - created with natural nuances, so you can speak, smile and laugh with confidence. Contours - Naturally sculpted tissue surfaces, make Cosmetic Precision Dentures almost indistinguishable from natural tissues. Health - eat virtually any food efficiently, improve digestion. Strength and Fit - extremely dense materials provide a strong, secure, non irritating comfortable fit. Biocompatibilty - dense equalized materials aid in the p p prevention of stain and odor buildup.

Alex Hupka, RD, RDT, Denturist.

#240 – 3671 Westminster Hwy. Richmond BC V7C 5V2 of Terra Nova Shopping Centre Second

www.bcdenturist.ca

Warranty for 5 years against breakage during eating

No referral needed, Call to book your free consultation

604.279.9151

A18 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

COMMUNITY

Connect at Editor@Richmond-News.com

Seniors dial 211 City lauds heritage for free deliveries conservation work Nono Shen

NSHEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Shopping for groceries in a pandemic is challenging for most of us but it is particularly hard for the elderly, which is why a Richmond not-for-proﬁt wants seniors to know there is help at hand. “It’s a difﬁcult time for seniors, and we want to remind everyone there is help,” said Ed Gavsie, president and CEO of Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives (RCRG), which has delivered at least 3,800 orders and meals to local seniors since mid-April. “Many seniors used to have adult children help them with grocery shopping, but their family members might live far away or can’t get out, and this is the only way to help those in need,” Gavsie said about the free delivery service. Seniors just have to provide their grocery list, and a means of paying for the items, and a volunteer will shop at Safeway or Pricesmart during quiet store hours and put the order on the senior’s doorstep the next morning, explained Gavsie, adding RCRG usually handles 120 orders per week. This is one of the programs that emerged

out of the province’s emergency response plan. BC211 is a province-wide information and referral service, established to match seniors whose support network had been affected by COVID-19 with volunteers who could ﬁll those gaps.

When a senior dials 211, a Ministry of Health operator will record their needs and share that with 24 hubs across B.C. that have been designated by the provincial government as senior COVID-19 response agencies. RCRG, which is Richmond’s hub for volunteering and donating, is one of them. Volunteers from RCRG can also provide virtual and phone check-ins, laundry service or free meal delivery for seniors who are living alone or are socially isolated. “Each senior will be matched with a volunteer, and the volunteer will call them via Zoom once or twice a week. We have done 475 virtual visits and 370 phone visits,” said Gavsie.

The Richmond Museum Society was recognized for its recently launched historical walking tours in Terra Nova and Brighouse, a COVID-19 outreach initiative.

He announced the heritage awards at Monday’s council meeting.

The 14th Annual Victor Ghirra Toy Drive takes place this Saturday, Dec. 12 at the Riverside Banquet Halls in east Richmond.

Over the last 13 years, the

The latter group, volunteer-led, has worked to conserve the heritage building where its thrift store is located, the former Steveston Methodist Church on Chatham Street.

To access support services, people can dial 211 or visit bc211.ca.

ACAMPBELL@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

At the end of the day, they will be doing their annual “grand toy count” before distributing the gifts before Christmas.

Richmond city council recognized two local organizations for their commitment to heritage preservation — the Richmond Museum Society and the Richmond Hospital/Heathcare Auxiliary.

“We are also delivering frozen meals weekly from a company based in east Richmond. Each meal costs around $5.50 and there are more than 40 selections they can choose from,” he added.

Alan Campbell

Organizers are asking people to bring an unwrapped gift and get a picture taken (in their car) in a “Winter Wonderland.”

MRANTANEN@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

“These annual awards recognize Richmond individuals and organizations for their dedication to the conservation of historic places and for promoting an awareness of Richmond’s diverse history,” said Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie.

Secret Santa lives on

From noon to 3 p.m., the drive-through event at 14500 River Rd. will follow all pandemic safety rules and will collect unwrapped toys in aid of sick kids and those in poverty.

Maria Rantanen

VLEUNG@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Organizers of the Richmond Christmas Fund were more than delighted to know they had surpassed their goal in this year’s virtual auction fundraisers.

event has gathered more than 40,000 toys for children in need across more than a dozen good causes. The toy drive started in 2007, when Ghirra passed away suddenly, leaving behind his wife and four

young sons. It was only after his passing that his family members found out he had been, for years, quietly buying thousands of dollars’ worth of toys for Children’s Hospital at Christmas time.

The museum society was recognized for its contribution to public history and heritage education, while the hospital auxiliary was recognized for its “signiﬁcant contribution to the conservation of historic places,” according to a release from the City of Richmond. The heritage awards are sponsored by the Richmond Heritage Commission, which reviews the nominations.

$35K raised in online auction Valerie Leung

A drive-through toy drive takes place Saturday at Riverside Banquet Hall. Facebook photo

Ursula Van Duin with the Richmond Hospital/ Healthcare Auxiliary. City of Richmond photo

The Richmond Christmas Fund’s annual “Not So Silent Night,” dubbed this year as “A Not So Isolated Night 2020,” raised a combined total of $35,775 in their ﬁrst virtual auctions. This exceeded the organizers’ goal of $30,000. Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives (RCRG) — which operates the Christmas Fund program — raised $17,670 from the public and $18,105 from the private auctions.

All the proceeds from the auctions were used to purchase grocery vouchers, toys, books and gift cards that will be distributed to nearly 3,000 Richmond residents in need.

Ed Gavsie, president of RCRG, said the support from the Richmond community continues to amaze them this year when “many are suffering ﬁnancially” in many ways. “From the businesses and individuals who donated auction items to all of those who took part the response was outstanding,” said Gavsie. “Community is like a family and that is no more evident than in ensuring Richmond’s most needy can celebrate in the spirit of Christmas this year.” More than 120 items, such as electronics, appliances and more, were available for bidding at the public auction.

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

A19

ONLY AT REAL CANADIAN SUPERSTORE Fri. Dec. 11 to Thurs. Dec. 17

We match prices* so you can just shop Every week, we actively check our major competitors’ ﬂyers and match the price on hundreds of items.

AD MATCH

Look for the Ad Match message in store for the items we’ve actively matched. Plus, we’ll match any major competitor’s ﬂyer item if you show us! Since we Ad Match, we may not have sold at the After Limit price (and may not in the future).

Pomegranates Product of USA 20134767001

97 EA

Boneless Blade roast

Club Size, cut from Western Canada AAA grade beef 20804740

77 LB

8.31/kg

Campbell’s broth

Selected varieties, 900 mL 20322348002

LIMIT 3

AFTER LIMIT 2.00

Tomatoes on the Vine

Product of Canada or Mexico 20026703001

247

5.45/kg

Nestlé Drumstick pkg. of 4-6 or novelties pkg. of 4-10, selected varieties, frozen 21162996, 20322380001

Breton crackers or veggie crisps Selected varieties 100-225 g 20300716001

LIMIT 2

AFTER LIMIT 2.18

FREE

†

Echo Auto-Hands-free Alexa in your car with your phone when you spend $300 or more in-store or through PC Express™ online pickup

Cantaloupe

Product of USA or Guatemala 20167017001

247

LIMIT 2

AFTER LIMIT 2.98

Pillsbury crescent rolls or wraps Selected varieties, 200-235 g 20305424003

LIMIT 4

AFTER LIMIT 1.98

Hershey’s Chipits chips

Selected varieties 200 – 300 g 20835558, 21116348

LIMIT 4

AFTER LIMIT 3.98

Assorted Squash

Product of Canada, USA and Mexico

20325274001, 20317208001, 20326319001, 20307900001, 20071263001

127

2.80/kg

Stove Top stufﬁng

Selected varieties, 120g 20163119001

LIMIT 4

AFTER LIMIT 1.48

Nutella hazelnut spread 725 g 20436105

LIMIT 4

AFTER LIMIT 6.28

Retails in effect from Thursday, December 10 to Wednesday, December 16, 2020. *We match prices Applies only to our major supermarket competitors’ flyer items. Major supermarket competitors are determined solely by us based on a number of factors which can vary by store location. We will match the competitor’s advertised price only during the effective date of the competitor’s flyer advertisement. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES (note that our major supermarket competitors may not). Due to the fact that product is ordered prior to the time of our Ad Match checks, quantities may be limited. We match identical items (defined as same brand, size, and attributes) and in the case of fresh produce, meat, seafood and bakery, we match a comparable item (as determined solely by us). We will not match competitors’ “multi-buys” (eg. 2 for $4), “spend x get x”, “Free”, “clearance”, discounts obtained through loyalty programs, or offers related to our third party operations (post office, gas bars, dry cleaners etc.). We reserve the right to cancel or change the terms of this program at any time. *Spend $300 or more in-store before applicable taxes in a single transaction at any Real Canadian Superstore location and receive a free Echo Auto-hands-free Alexa in your car with your phone, each. Excludes purchase of tobacco, alcohol products, prescriptions, gift cards, phone cards, lottery tickets, joefresh.com, all third party operations (post ofﬁce, gas bars, dry cleaners, etc.) and any other products which are provincially regulated. The retail value of up to $34.98 will be deducted from the total amount of your purchase before sales taxes are applied. Limit one coupon per family and/or customer account. No cash value. No copies. Coupon must be presented to the cashier at time of purchase. Valid from Friday, December 11th until closing Thursday December 17th, 2020. Cannot be combined with any other coupons or promotional offers. No substitutions, refunds or exchanges on free item.

A20 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

BUSINESS

Wine at Richmond-News.com/opinion/columnist

New Asian grocery Fate almost sealed store coming to town for 120 hotel workers rights through to the fall of next year.

Alan Campbell

ACAMPBELL@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

The union representing 120 hotel workers in Richmond has hit out at the federal government, for apparently riding roughshod over its members’ rights. The Richmond News reported last week how the majority of the Unite Here Local 40 members working at the Paciﬁc Gateway Hotel on Cessna Drive had been out of work since March due, in part, to the government using the hotel as a quarantine site for people arriving at YVR. The union has tried and failed to get answers from hotel management as to why they didn’t negotiate for its own employees to be used for quarantined guests. They had hoped to seek a resolution before the workers’ extended rights expired in January, but the union has been told that the government’s use of the hotel will continue until March, 2021. According to the union, hotel management claims the government now controls the hotel and has told workers that the takeover will extend beyond workers’ right to be recalled to their jobs — most of whom have served the hotel for decades. The union had previously asked management to extend the 120 laid-off workers’

“The failure of the federal government to make sure hotel workers aren’t hurt by its takeover of the Paciﬁc Gateway is astounding,” said Zailda Chan, local union president. “Workers at the hotel — predominantly women and immigrant workers — have been kept in the dark for months about the duration of the federal contract and why feds are using a contractor to perform hotel workers’ duties. “Now the hotel is suggesting workers could permanently lose their jobs because of the extended federal contract. “This is unacceptable from a federal government which has given lip service to caring about workers hard-hit by the pandemic. We want to know how the government plans to resolve this situation — one in which their actions will cause hotel workers to lose their jobs.” The News has reached out to the hotel and the federal government for comment. The laid-off employees include long-serving room attendants, servers, cooks, bellmen, desk agents and maintenance staff. Only a skeleton crew of around 25 were called back in late spring, despite the hotel handing over a chunk of the premises to the federal government to house people having to quarantine when arriving at YVR.

Valerie Leung

VLEUNG@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Sungiven Foods, a small grocery brand that opened several locations across Metro Vancouver in the past year, expects to add Richmond to its list by the end of 2020. Terence Fong, senior vice-president of Sungiven Canada, said the company’s name is inspired by the sun giving nutrition to many of the items the chain sells. “Sungiven Foods’ main focus is on bringing the highest quality products at the most reasonable prices,” said Fong. “We want everything to be as natural as possible.” Fong told the Richmond News there was no question his company wanted to open a store in Richmond, mainly because of the city’s high Asian demographic, but it was hard to find the right space. “Richmond was a priority for us to open a store in and we had many customers (make that) request,” said Fong. “However, it was not easy to find a suitable location, so we started our business in Vancouver, Burnaby and White Rock first.”

Sungiven is expecting to open a Richmond location at the end of 2020. Sungiven Foods photo Work is underway for the new Richmond store to take over the former Pier 1 Imports building at 9771 Bridgeport Rd. and they expect to open its doors later this month. In addition to Richmond, the grocery chain is preparing to launch another two Metro Vancouver stores: South Surrey: at 3211 152nd St. – in the Rosemary Heights area; North Vancouver: at 1595 Marine Dr. — inside the old Pier 1 Imports Richmond’s location will sell everything you would expect in a market including free-range eggs, bakery items, seafood and local farm produce. The company will also feature a range of its own brands which use non-GMO ingredients.

More Richmond residents working remotely: Survey A COVID-19 survey showed that more than half of Richmond residents in each neighbourhood are working remotely compared to the B.C. average. Results from a May survey done by the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC), showed 60.8 per cent of survey respondents living in Richmond are working from

home in comparison to the provincial average of 54.9 per cent. Richmond’s results are still slightly lower than the overall Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) region average of 65.1 per cent. Thompson and Seafair neighbourhoods had the most residents working remotely with 64.2 per cent, while the Gilmore, Shell-

Fully Cooked Chicken Wings

907 g/2 lb Choose from 10 varieties.

mont, east Richmond and Hamilton neighbourhoods had the least with 57.2 per cent. Meanwhile, results from the survey also showed that Richmond had the most residents not working due to COVID-19. Out of the residents who responded, 18.4 per cent said they are not working, which is slightly

higher than the 17.6 per cent average in the VCH region, and is the city with the highest percentage in the whole province, the survey reported. Many Richmond respondents were worried about their ﬁnances. At the time the survey was taken, 35.8 per cent of Richmond respondents said they were ﬁnan-

cially stressed in comparison to the provincial average of 32.2 per cent. And 20.1 per cent of Richmondites said they were worried about food security, compared to the 15 per cent average in B.C. and in the health region. Search Shellmont for full story at Richmond-News.com

save $7

ALL PRICES IN EFFECT THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10 TO WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2020 UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

Prices of products that feature the M&M Food Market Rewards Special logo are exclusive to members of the M&M Food Market Rewards program. Simply present your membership card, or sign up for a free membership in store or online, to take advantage of these exclusive offers. M&M Food Market Express and other non-traditional stores offer a limited range of products; therefore special pricing and promotions are not valid at M&M Food Market Express or other non-traditional stores. *”Lowest Price of the Season” is our guarantee to you, subject to the following qualifications, that you will not after this flyer’s expiry period see a lower price on these selected items at M&M Food Market, excluding M&M Food Market Express locations and partners, (the “Traditional Locations”) from November 12, 2020 until December 31, 2020 (the “Guarantee Period”). If you find a lower advertised price at our Traditional Locations during the Guarantee Period you can bring your receipt to one of our Traditional Locations and receive a store credit for the difference between the price you paid and the new advertised price. NOTE: Guarantee is only valid for M&M Food Market Rewards customer transactions.

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

SPORTS

Soccer club halts program to protect community Alan Campbell

ACAMPBELL@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

One of Richmond’s two youth soccer clubs has decided to shut down the last week of its programming after the latest pandemic restrictions rolled out. Richmond United made the move last week, despite youth sports still being allowed to conduct physically distanced, non-contact sessions.

A21

Somebody you love would love this t-shirt

“The COVID numbers are increasing daily and we all need to do our part to help keep everyone safe,” said the club’s director of soccer operations, Mandhir Punia. “We are very fortunate that our strict safety measures have been followed by everyone and we have not had to isolate or quarantine any teams. “At this point, going into the winter break, missing 10 days of soccer makes the most sense for the health and safety of everyone. We are doing our part to reduce the risk.”

The hammer came down last week from provincial health ofﬁcer Dr. Bonnie Henry, who halted all adult team sports and restricted youth play to noncompetitive, in a bid to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Punia said the club hopes to extend its season programming by the lost 10 days at the end of the season in the spring, depending on the pandemic.

However, Richmond United, recognizing there was just a week to go until the end of their 2020 programs, felt that shutting up shop early was the responsible thing to do.

The News reported two weeks ago how the Richmond Jets Minor Hockey Association scaled back its operations to practice-only, prior to the new order coming in last week.

BOOK A TOUR TO LEARN ABOUT OUR INCREDIBLE BUT LIMITED TIME OFFERS!

23100 Garripie Avenue, Richmond B.C. V6V 0B9

Guaranteed delivery before Christmas on all orders placed before December 15th Shop now at bcisawesome.com

We are proud to present our newest Retirement Community where you can live the Luxury Lifestyle You have always deserved. You will appreciate the tree lined courtyard, Life enhancing activities, Culinary Delights prepared by our Red Seal Chef, spaciously designed suites and amenities that is sure to strengthen your well-being. Choose the best in retirement living. Choose Hamilton Hig gh Street Residence.

A22 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

SOUTHLANDS. FOR REAL. C RAFT-B U I LT H O M E S I N AN E XTRAO R D I NARY C O M M U N ITY · H U N D R E D S O F AC R E S O F FAR M S, S H O P S & TRAI LS BY TH E B EAC H

M O V E-I N R E A DY 3 & 4 B E D R O O M TO W N H O M E S A N D D U P L E X E S F R O M $929,9 00

O V E R 60% SOLD

A BEACH COMMUNITY ROOTED IN FARMING AND FOOD Visit Southlands Tsawwassen and discover an already-thriving community. The Red Barn is booking events and our restored historic buildings and iconic walnut tree now welcome both visitors and residents. Grab a coffee at Prado Café and shop our weekend farm stand. Tour our newly-built homes, and be one of the first to put down roots here. Southlands is fulfilling its promise as an extraordinary community. We invite you to be part of it.

D I S C O V E RY C E NTR E & S H O W H O M E S O P E N D A I LY 11A M – 5P M BY A P P O I NTM E NT · 63 8 8 M A R K E T A V E N U E, TS A W W A S S E N

MAR

DiscoverSouthlands.ca | 604.636.2220

This is not an offering for sale. Any such offering can only be made by way of Disclosure Statement. Maps and photographs are representational only and may not be accurate. Layouts, materials, specifications, features, project design, appliances and pricing are for illustration only and subject to change without notice. Errors and Omissions Excepted (E.&O.E.)

VE KET A

BOUNDARY BAY RD

LI VE AT SOUTH LAN DS · NOW SE LLING PHASE 1 HOM ES

3RD AVE

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

A23

604.328.3521 Salim Shivji 604.328.35 521 GOLD MASTER

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty

www.salimshivji.com salshivji@shaw.ca

“A NAME EASY

RECOMMEND”

JUST LISTED

$1,698,800

APPLE GREENE

$409,000

$799,000

THE VILLAGE

STEVESTON VILLAGE BEAUTY!

Outstanding contemporary 17 year old 2 Storey home on a super larger 37' X 130' Steveston lot! Featuring 4 Bedrooms up plus 1 Bedroom on Main , 3 full baths, over 2,500 sq.ft. This is a solidly built home with 9 foot ceilings on main floor, H/W Heating, Hard wood floors, etc..etc..! Too many details to mention, will be SOLD - FAST!!

3233 REGENT STREET, RICHMOND

JUST LISTED

$1,498,000

Just Sold!

"ASHLEY MEADOWS"

Mint condition lovingly cared for original owner custom built home situated in a choice cul-de-sac in much sought after 'ASHLEY MEADOWS' subdivision in a fabulous location near No. 2 Rd and Woodwards Rd. The home is in excellent condition with professional updates done.

$649,000

Just Sold!

"MONTEREY"

"PARKSVILLE ESTATES"

Just Sold! "YALETOWN PARK"

Higher floor Corner unit beautifully updated and in likenew shape in an excellent Yaletown, Vancouver location!

#45 - 4700 FRANCIS ROAD, RICHMOND

928 HOMER STREET

W NE

Terrific 2 bedroom and den garden apartment with HUGE covered patio – perfect for pets. Den is the ideal office with beautiful built-ins. Bathrooms boast heated floors, some smart customization in the kitchen, fridge with water & ice maker, fresh paint & spotless condition. Steps to the waterfront!

VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS $939,000

WOODWARDS AREA $2,498,000

A RARE OPPORTUNITY 60-11491 7th Avenue

BUILDER ALERT Eastman Road

To own a remarkable waterfront townhome in sought after Mariners Village. Professionally renovated it boasts a gorgeous sky-lit ʻGreat Roomʼ with custom-built kitchen, engineered hardwood ﬂoors throughout & 2 baths. Large deck with gas hook-up to enjoy Gulf Island & North Shore views.

www.AnnePiche.com

1220 sq.ft. - Mariners Village g in Steveston 2 2 Lot 94 0 87 acre $229,000 AG1 zoned Land Only R2451385 No Road Access

CENTRAL RICHMOND

SOLD

5927 133A St S rrey 1,1 8,000

2,252 sq.ft. house 7794 sq.ft. lot

W NE

19726 68th Avenue Langley • $789,000 1200 sq.ft. house 3 4800 sq.ft. lot

#220-11791 King Road $3 8,000

SOLD

744 sq.ft. Top Floor Corner unit

Vaulted ceilings #402-789 W 16th Ave Va couver $599,000 647 sq.ft. desirable loc.

SOLD

Two RS1/B lots are proposed for this sought-after neighborhood within walking distance of Jessie Kwok, Richmond Christian School & Steveston/London. Size is approximately 4,146 sq. ft & 4,190 sq. ft. and would allow compact builds of 2,280 & 2,300 sq. ft. South facing in lovely quiet neighborhood.

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

#71 - 11491 7th Avenue Richmond • $848,000

SOLD

Meticulously maintained by original owner this ʻlightly lived inʼ 1 bedroom & den (or easily converted to 2 beds) is a pleasure to view. Beautiful custom-made maple kitchen with clever pull-outs for maximum space and storage. Choice location near transit & shopping plus complex boasts resort-style amenities.

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath approx 1,000 sq.ft. in fine shape in Polygon built Monterey in an excellent Brighouse South, Richmond location.

Great condition 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath lovingly cared for townhome in very desirable "Parksville Estates"! Located in the quiet back part of the complex with a huge private South West facing yard! Very spacious floor plan, bright throughout. Single carport plus 2nd stall right at your door!

TIN L IS

LIVES LIKE A TOWNHOME 112-4211 Bayview Street

8600 GENERAL CURRIE

9600 THOMAS PLACE, RICHMOND

MARKET FRESH!

Just Sold!

ADORABLE & AFFORDBALE 212-8760 No. 1 Road

ICE

#113 - 11771 Daniels Road Richmond • $578,000 1459 sq.ft. - two balconies 2 Larger corner unit 2

9611 Williams Rd ichmond

SOLD

2 sq.ft. lot Investment Opp. 66x120 lot

11320 No 1 Road ic mond 10,398 sq.ft. large lot in Steveston

SOLD

8811 No. 4 Road Richmond • $1,498,000 3

4000 sq.ft. lot Garden oasis

412-2960 P n ess Cres Coquitlam

SOLD

TOP ﬂoor with vaulted ceilings

#305-6651 in ru Blvd Richmond 1055 sq.ft. Bright & Spacious

SOLD

A24 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Open houses have been suspended. Please call to arrange a physically distanced private showing at your convenience. D E RE C I R P

D UCE

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #209-3900 MONCTON STREET

Live in the heart of Steveston in this spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite, with hardwood ﬂoors, quartz counters and large and sunny West facing 337 sq ft deck! Everything is literally at your doorstep: artisanal shops, transit, restaurants,pharmacy, Fisherman's Wharf and boardwalk, Save On Foods, Community Ctr, Garry Point Park and so much more. You won't need your car, but it comes complete with one parking and one storage locker. Love being in this small 9 unit complex above retail.

Priced at $779,000 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.218.4800

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #204-12088 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 $999,900 Sean Lawson 604.240.4837

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #412 - 10177 RIVER DRIVE

Investor's Alert! This sunny West-facing 2 bd, 2 bth suite overlooks the quiet playground w/ views of the Fraser River and has a lovely tenant till July 14, 2021. Enjoy quartz counters, hdwd ﬂrs, Bosch + Fisher Paykel appls, eco-green geo-thermal heating and a/c and A-1 amenities such as hot tub, indoor pool and gym. Enjoy 5 acres of park, 4000 ft of dyke trails, kid's playground, picnic areas and more. Great location close to River Rock Casino, Canadaline, YVR Airport, shops and restaurants.

SUB-PENTHOUSE spacious 2 bed + den unit has beautiful MOUNTAIN views and features OVER-HEIGHT 10" CEILING. OPEN CONCEPT kitchen has S/S appliances & functional island, then blends into the living + dining room! Master bedroom features a walkin closet into a beautiful ensuite. A/C, in-suite laundry, 1 parking+locker also included! STEPS away to Richmond Oval, T&T, Fitness World, Rona, TRANSIT, restaurants + 5 minute drive to Richmond Centre. Amenities include indoor pool, gym, sauna, lounge+MORE.

Priced at $569,900 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.218.4800

Priced at $638,800 Howard Hu 604.377.7182

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #203-23233 GILLEY ROAD

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #311-23222 GILLEY ROAD

Large corner two bedroom and den unit with huge wrap around deck in Hamilton Village phase one. Featuring a state-of-the-art amenity space with pool, gym, hot tub, and multi-purpose room, plus a communal garden and courtyard patio perfect for summer barbeques. At Hamilton Village, you're steps from high street shopping, public transit, and a walkable village life, all connected to peaceful trails.

Priced at $678,800 Gloria Andrews 778.892.7712

Valerie Laurendeau Endless Opportunity

604.603.7333

ValerieLaurendeau.ca ValerieL@remax.net Independently Owned and Operated

Westcoast

W NE

E IC PR

1103-9188 Hemlock Dr $678,000

Welcome to Cressey’s Hamptons Park: Casuarina. This spacious 2 bedroom, 2 full bath corner unit feels like home with hardwood floors, expansive windows and separated bedrooms and baths. Wonderful kitchen with s/s appliances, gas stove, large island with granite countertops. The well-maintained building includes a caretaker, 2 guest suites, bike storage, courtyard with BBQ, lounge, indoor pool, hot-tub, steam shower, sauna and exercise room. Fantastic location that is close to transit, shopping, easy access to Vancouver and Anderson Elementary and MacNeill Secondary. Ideal to live in or for investment. Visit 3D tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=nE9FN9u6U4X

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #610-5311 CEDARBRIDGE WAY

110-6086 Russ Baker Way, Richmond BC V7B 1B4 Bus: 604-273-2828 Fax: 604-2 279-8002

RARELY available ground ﬂoor unit in a sought-after neighbourhood. This well maintained & spacious 870SF 2 bed + den features over-HEIGHT 9 FEET ceilings, A/C, laminate ﬂoors, repainted, s/s appliances, in-suite laundry + 200 SF PRIVATE PATIO. PERFECT for pets & entertaining guests. 1 parking + locker included! The LOCATION is STEPS away from WALMART, Bed Bath & Beyond, Starbucks. You have access to Lansdowne, Kwantlen, Richmond Centre, Aberdeen, Parker Place, Yaohan, Skytrain/Transit + MORE.

Priced at $648,800 Howard Hu 604.377.7182

1 bed + den at Hamilton Village Phase 2 - East: Now Selling the highly anticipated second phase of the Hamilton Village master planned community! Phase 2 - East offers the same style and value as Phase 1 in a larger, 2-part building with 85 homes anticipated to be available for occupancy in 2023. Phase 2 - West will launch next with 140 homes. Live at the center of it all and come home to stainless steel appliances, forced air heating and cooling, sleek modern interiors and your choice of two designer colour schemes. Phase 1 sold out in 4 months, don't wait to book your private appointment to come explore our sales centre with a full two-bedroom display home.

Priced at $399,900 Fraser Roberts 604.779.5324

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #107-9399 ALEXANDRA ROAD

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #206-23222 GILLEY ROAD

2 bedroom at Hamilton Village Phase 2 - East: Now Selling the highly anticipated second phase of the Hamilton Village master planned community! Phase 2 - East offers the same style and value as Phase 1 in a larger, 2-part building with 85 homes anticipated to be available for occupancy in 2023. Phase 2 - West will launch next with 140 homes. Live at the center of it all and come home to stainless steel appliances, forced air heating and cooling, sleek modern interiors and your choice of two designer colour schemes. Phase 1 sold out in 4 months, don't wait to book your private appointment to come explore our sales centre with a full two-bedroom display home.

Priced at $539,900 Gloria Andrews 778.892.7712

Connecting agents to the community Show current and future clie ents you mean busiiness

SOLD

154-8600 Lansdowne Rd $449,000

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.

604-782-2053 | taussem@glaciermedia.ca

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

A25

Videos & 360º Virtual Tours Available NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

$549,000

$599,000

ASSIGNMENT SALE HAMILTON VILLAGE 2 BEDROOM PENTHOUSE

PENTHOUSE WITH LOFT 1170 SF, 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATHS

PARK VIEWS

NEW PRICE

$1,218,000

UPDATED 5 BDRMS, 3 BATHS

$2,438,000

HUGE 15,194 SF LOT / BUILD 5808 SF

Popular Sunnyvale in Central Richmond offers tremendous value at $469/SF. Rarely available Penthouse unit with high ceilings in the living, dining & kitchen. Almost 1200 SF of spacious living area with loft/bedroom set up with 2 balconies & 2 side by side parking spots. Excellent open ﬂoor plan with rectangular rooms & updated with recent paint & commercial quality laminate hardwood ﬂoors, 3 yr old stove & washer & brand new dishwasher. Convenient central Richmond location close to Blundell & No 3 Road. Within walking distance to Palmer High School & Currie Elementary School. Ready to move in anytime!

Imagine all the amenities of being on a Cruiseship or Resort but in the comfort of your own home. Ready for occupancy this 55+ Adult Lifestyle complex can provide 3 meals a day, afternoon coffee and evening drinks without stepping outdoors. This corner Penthouse unit was the 1st unit to sell originally and is the only unit that has offers high ceilings in the living room. It has a bright South East exposure with a large covered balcony and is one of only 6 – 2 bedroom units that was available. This 2 bedroom 2 bath unit has upgraded Fisher Paykel Fridge & dual door dishwasher, radiant hot water heating with 855 SF living area and access to signature dining room, coffee shop, bar, hair salon, swimming pool, therapy pool & hot tub, spa, gym, 60 seat theatre, bistro and various lounges for you to enjoy. Located just minutes to all the shops and restaurants at Queensborough Landing. Convenient location with easy access to North Delta, Surrey, Burnaby, New Westminster & Vancouver.

Don’t miss this one. Open park views from this updated 5 bedroom & 3 full bathroom with 2016 SF living area. Rare find with bedroom & full bath on the main floor. This home has been well kept and loaded with updates. Updates include: 3 yr old Furnace & Air Condition unit, 7 yr old roof, Maple kitchen cabinets with quartz counters & stainless steel appliances, 3 updated bathrooms all w/quartz counters & laminate floors in the living/dining/ family rooms. Bonus extra long driveway for 4 more cars or RV. Located just minutes to all the shops and restaurants & Queensborough Landing (Walmart, Tim Hortons, Lowes + much more). Convenient location with easy access to North Delta, Surrey, Burnaby, New Westminster & Vancouver.

Rarely available! Over 1/3 acre lot in the prestigious Maple Lane subdivision! This amazing property sits on a huge 15,194 SF (0.35 of an acre) private lot in a quiet park-like setting. The split level family home is approximately 2544 SF and has 4 large bedrooms, den, huge living and family rooms, 2.5 bathrooms, wood & gas ﬁreplaces and double garage. Fantastic SE facing backyard also has tall hedges for increased privacy and the landscaping has been well-cared for over the years. Great property to personalize, hold as an excellent investment or to build your new dream home that’s 5808 SF! All this that’s just steps to Maple Lane Elementary School, buses & shopping. Steveston-London Secondary catchment.

#311-7800 St. Albans Road

#408-23100 Garripie Avenue

5575 Mcrae Street

7680 Glacier Crescent

REDUCED PRICE

SUBPENTHOUSE

$670,000

$468,800

GREAT CONCRETE 1 BDRM

2 BEDROOM + DEN CONDO

Move in anytime into this 921 SF, 2 bedroom + large den & 2 bathroom condo in Central Richmond across from Richmond Centre Mall. Just 10 years old this unit offers ﬂoor to ceiling windows with North rooftop & West city views and is the lowest $/SF in the building. Paloma 2 built by Regent International is in a prime location just steps to shops, restaurants & public transportation.

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.

#713-8033 Saba Road

#1203-8280 Lansdowne Road

SOUTH AIRPORT TERMINAL $24/SF

DEC 7

OL S T S JU

EXECUTIVE OFFICE SPACES FOR LEASE Selection of spaces ranging from 700 SF to 5500 SF available

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 ranging from 700 SF to 5500 SF at a reasonable cost. Access to a huge executivestyle 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. Easily accessible from Central Richmond.

4360 Agar Drive & 4380 Agar Drive OCT 31

#509-8333 Sweet Avenue

NOV 18

D L O S UST

2 BATHS, 2 KITCHENS & 2 ENTRANCES

WOW! OCEANFRONT 2 BDRM CONDO

#5018-5511 Hollybridge Way

#504-1949 Beach Avenue, Vancouver

OL S T S JU

NOV 15

#8-7740 Abercrombie Drive NOV 10

OL S T S JU 5615 Mcrae Street

OCT 23

OL S T S JU

#221-Peregrine S., Tsaw Shores

#304-8580 General Currie Rd

5120 Jaskow Drive

#1102-6088 Minoru Blvd

L O S T JUS

13151 Blundell Road

SO T S U J

#2313-89 Nelson St, Vancouver

OCT 16

SO T S U J

#306-83 Star Cres, New West

4360 Agar Drive - 811 SF

OCT 15

SO T S U J 4546 Garry Street

L O S T JUS

OL S T S JU

OCT 16

D LEASE NOV 6

16690 18 Avenue, Surrey

OCT 26

NOV 14

SO T S U J

OL S T S JU

OCT 16

$1,359,000

This amazing 2 bedroom SE CORNER OCEANFRONT condo overlooks all of English Bay and offers totally UNOBSTRUCTED WATER VIEWS! Features large picturesque windows to the south, huge house-sized rooms, white kitchen with Sub-zero fridge, updated main bathroom, powder room, insuite laundry, 1279 SF of spacious living, 1 parking & 1 locker. This unique share ownership co-op is located right on the Beach, next to the entrance of Stanley Park and just steps to ﬁne restaurants, coffee shops & all the convenience of west end living. Well maintained building is perfect for owner occupiers who are 16+ and offers a huge common rooftop deck w/ BBQ area, newly refurbished lobby & elevator. Maint fees incl heat, hot water and property taxes. Sorry, no pets or rentals.

#406-240 Salter Street

#125-6231 London Drive

ON BEACH AVE BY STANLEY PARK

$685,000

Rarely available! Amazing value with this air conditioned 2 bedroom, 2 bath concrete condo in the popular ORA complex with a huge outdoor patio space. Unique flexible layout has 2 entrances AND 2 kitchens with maximum options to LIVE inside, WORK or RENT out 1 or both sides. Great for anyone who wants to live and operate their own business legally within the same space. Features an excellent 983 SF layout, oak hardwood floors, Kitchenaid SS appliances, gas cooktop, quartz countertops, floor to ceilings windows, insuite laundry & 1 parking. Great 6 yr old complex w/ huge gym, indoor pool, steam room, sauna, squash court, lounge and central courtyard. Fantastic loc across from the Oval with direct access to T&T Supermarket, restaurants, pharmacy & more…

NOV 10

NOV 12

OCT 28

ORA 2 BDRM CONDO

686 Gilchrist Drive, Tsaw OCT 22

OL S T S JU 10311 Severn Drive OCT 13

SO T S U J

#204-13251 Princess Street

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

A26 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Proven Success Since 1984

*REB GV MLS Statistic s

.com

www. w OUTSTANDING AGENTS

... OUTSTANDING RESULTS

604-275-9787

patsy@patsyhui.com

RECIPIENT OF THE HIGHLY ESTEEMED RE/MAX LUMINARY OF DISTINCTION AWARD WESTCOAST

BEST BUY IN TOWN NEW LISTING

RE/MAX CIRCLE OF LEGENDS AWARD

●

$2,380,000

8117 CANTLEY DRIVE

●

RE/MAX LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

YOUR DREAM LIFE STARTS HERE! $5,490,000

NEW PRICE

13988 34 AVENUE, WHITE ROCK

8 years young executive 3,312 sqʼ mini-mansion in convenient No 2 & Blundell area. Close to shopping, park, transit & schools. Bright 100ʼ x 70ʼ corner lot. Triple garage. Separate cooking area in larger gourmet kitchen opening up to huge family room. 5 bedrooms + den + media room. Formal Living (16ʼ high ceiling) & dining rooms. 5 ½ baths. Solarium. Gated security. Featuring AC & HRV, Radiant Hot water heat, light-weight concrete upper ﬂoor & more.

White Rock luxurious 10,203 sqʼ Mansion on 1.07 acre in upscale neighborhood. Executive life style w/class & taste. Modern living perfect for entertainment. AC. Smart-home system. Private landscaped backyard w/covered 1127 sqʼ patio & surround sound for big screen entertainment, out-door kitchen has blt-in gas cook-top, oven & sink. Gathered around the ﬁre-pit to watch a movie or sing along. Heated pool w/dramatic water feature in beautiful private backyard.

TWO BEDROOMS + DEN

RARELY AVAILABLE TROUT LAKE TOWNHOME

$858,000

NEW LISTING

705-8800 HAZELBRIDGE WAY

CONCORD GARDENS. NW facing corner unit. 915 sq.ft. 2 bdrms+den, 2 full baths. 9ʼ x 5ʼ Balcony. F/C windows. Spacious & bright. Open plan w/ Bdrms away from each other providing privacy. BOSCH S/S appliances. laminate wood ﬂr thru-out & air-con. 20,000+/- sq.ft. Diamond Club amenities : bowling lane, badminton ct, indoor pool & more. Secured parking. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, public transit & Canada Line.

COMMERCIAL ZONED NEAR COSTCO $5,500,000 1/2 ACRE

ELEGANT CLASSIC LUXURY MINI MANSION $2,988,000

$699,000

NEW LISTING

25-3477 COMMERCIAL ST, VANCOUVER

2-bdrm + flex townhome at La Villa in Cedar Cottage. Fully-updated: custom millwork, stone counters & brand name SS appliances in kitchen; updated fixtures, paint, flooring; & radiant heat in bath. Skylight & W-facing deck. Open concept living/dining. Gas FP. Pro-active strata: fully-rainscreened & newly updated courtyard. Lifestyle like the Flourist & boutique shops at your doorstep. Walk to Trout Lake Park & community ctr, skytrain & restaurants on "The Drive". Lord Selkirk, Tyee Montessori & Gladstone catchment. Pets & rental friendly.

RIVER GREEN TOWNHOUSE NEW LISTING

$998,000

8880 SCOTCHBROOK ROAD

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 pop-corn 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!

OVAL VILLAGE PENTHOUSE W/ ROOFTOP GARDEN $1,880,000

1701-7468 LANSDOWNE ROAD

“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 in-suite 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.

QUEENSBOROUGH WATER FRONT LOTS $2,388,000

BUILD YOUR COMMERCIAL BUILDING RIGHT AWAY 9471 BECKWITH ROAD

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.

STEVESTON WATERFRONT BEAUTY

$1,788,000

103-5177 BRIGHOUSE WAY

Prestigious "River Green" in Oval Village. 1,393 sqʼ 2-bdrm, 2-bath+ den 2-Level townhome. 10' ceiling. living/ dining & open kitchen on main. AC + Miele & Subzero appliances. 2 parking + locker. 5-star resort amenities (lap pool, sauna, steam, hot tub, gym, theatre, virtual golf, music & study room, pool table and more! New laminated wood ﬂooring; new paint. 24-hr concierge + shuttle bus to Richmond Centre.

THE "CLASSIC" 2,005 SQ.FT. $888,000

83 SOUTH DYKE RD, NEW WESTMINSTER

Developersʼ & buildersʼ ALERT! Water front View property in convenient Queensborough siding onto Howes Street amongst new family-oriented homes. The northern 22,608 sqʼ portion has a potential of rezoning to 4 or 5 compact lots (as per OCP) plus a bonus 1.175 acre water lot allowing maintaining & operating a marina for boat moorage at the southern portion of the property.

8.8 ACRE @ #6 & FRANCIS w/292' WIDTH $3,880,000

BEST T

SUBDIVIDABLE IN CITY CENTRE $1,799,000

PRIC C TION TI T FARM RM LA R LAND 207-6160 LONDON ROAD

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 en-suite 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!

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.

8880 NO. 6 ROAD

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.

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”.

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

TIME TO ! BUY!!

A27

INCREDIBLE NEW PRICE!!! New Luxury Spacious Apartments Dental, Medical Ofﬁces & Life-Style Gym below.

1,049 sf - 1,765 5 sf

all under $800/sq’ from $829,900

Historic Steveston Village

UNITS LEFT!

**DUE TO COVID REGULATIONS - ALL VIEWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!!!**

Proven Success Since 1984

.com

ww ww. OUTSTANDING AGENTS

... OUTSTANDING RESULTS

604-275-9787 patsy@patsyhui.com

RECIPIENT OF THE HIGHLY ESTEEMED RE/MAX LUMINARY OF DISTINCTION AWARD • RE/MAX CIRCLE OF LEGENDS AWARD • RE/MAX LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

WESTCOAST

37 years of experience

604-290-2650 cell

DIAMOND MASTER MEDALLION CLUB

W E S T M A R

view interior photos at www.randylarsen.com Stornoway 2 BDRM condo NEW PRICE! Asking $488,900

Best and Brightest location in Stornoway! FULLY RENOVATED, top ﬂoor 2bdrm comer unit, 1051 sqft with southern exposure. Stornoway is Richmond’s bestkept secret! ADULT 19+ Freehold Strata complex. 4 buildings on 4 acres of beautifully manicured land. Very proactive strata council has replaced new windows, balconies, elevators, and much more! Buildings are in excellent condition and the contingency fund is healthy. In-suite laundry, one secure parking, and storage locker. The monthly maintenance fee includes Heat, Hot water, full-time Caretaker, and municipal Water and Sewer bill. Quiet and peaceful setting. This unit will not last! It’s a (10).

Admirals Walk 2 BDRM condo Asking $409,800

JUST LISTED!

Spacious Top ﬂoor 1112 sqft 2 bdrm condo including enclosed balcony. Facing East, overlooking the well-groomed gardens. Very clean throughout with some updates. In Suite Laundry as a Bonus. The maintenance fee includes Heat and Hot Water. Excellent recreation facilities w/large Clubhouse & outdoor pool. Adult-oriented 16 yrs+, no rentals or pets allowed. Conveniently located steps to transportation & walking distance Broadmoor Shopping Centre. Well maintained complex w/roof replaced in 2009 & piping upgrades 2013, new elevator 2017 and a healthy contingency. One secured parking, storage locker, plus guest parking & extra parking RV parking is available.

12,227 sqft LOT in WEST RICHMOND • Asking $1,888,800

NEW PRICE!

Possible Rendering Home on the lot

SOLD 302-15130 Prospect Ave, Rmd $728,800

Prestigious area surrounded by multi-million dollar homes. Build your dream home, live in or rent out for investment. This pictureperfect lot in the most sought after neighborhood in West Richmond is ready for your building plans. Includes a well kept 4 bdrm 3 bath home with loads of upgrades which is presently tenanted. Huge master bedroom with gas F/P, walk-in closet, and en-suite bath. This home & gorgeous 12,227 sqft lot has a park-like feeling, truly one of the nicest settings you’ll ﬁnd with southwest exposure.

SOLD

412-15137 33 Ave, Surrey $498,800

5669 120th St Delta $1,350,000

7445 West Boulevard, Van $3,498,800

SOLD #105-4233 Bayview St, Rmd $948,800

SOLD #66-11491 7th Ave, Rmd $838,800

SOLD 2689 McBride Ave Cresent Beach $2,298,800

Please call Randy Larsen at 604.290.2650 • 37 Years Experience!

TSAWWASSEN ON THE 10TH GREEN!! 5106 Cedar Springs Drive

Awesome detached home ‘FRONT ROW VIEW’ on the Tsawwassen Springs Golf course. Quality built, 2,186 sq.ft. and a floor plan flexible for all your needs. Listed $1,599,900

BEAUTIFUL 3 BEDROOM FAMILY TOWNHOME #56 - 11651 Kingfisher Dr Tasteful upgrades, clever improvements, quality built-ins and a stunning backyard. Newly Listed $769,900

TOP FLOOR CORNER UNIT

Blackwood Manor #311 - 1442 Blackwood St

Updated move-in ready one bedroom. Central White Rock. Walk to shopping the beach and more. Listed $299,000

A28 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

NEW LISTING

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

#219-7571 Moffatt Road CLEAN and BRIGHT 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit at conveniently located Brigantine Square in central Richmond. Don't be fooled by the unit number, this is a TOP FLOOR with no one above you! Neutral paint colours throughout, white kitchen cabinets and appliances, updated tile in the kitchen and bathroom. Updated blinds and other thoughtful touches. North facing balcony with room to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Updated insuite laundry. Walk to the new pool and Richmond Centre!

$689,000

#104-7671 Abercrombie Drive

BENTLEY WYND - where your dream home awaits! Almost 1600 sq ft with soaring 10 ft high ceilings, this UNIQUE 2 bedroom 2 bath unit also features a cozy enclosed balcony with Southern exposure. Large kitchen has high quality wood cabinets, granite countertop, newer appliances & a breakfast nook. Huge living & dining room with oak floors, fireplace & natural stone flooring in the foyer. Bathrooms updated with granite counters & showers. Bonus full sized laundry room with extra storage. 2 parking spots & a storage locker. Adult Oriented complex with new roof, recently painted exterior & new lobbies. Club house with caretaker suite, outdoor pool, gym & wheelchair access. Prime central location within walking distance to Richmond Centre, Senior Centre, Aquatic Centre, Minoru Park, Skytrain & buses. Must see!

Patti Martin 604-273-2828 / Andrea Chu 604-338-6600

D L O

#1401-8851 Lansdowne Road

Excellent value in this 1 bedroom and den unit with beautiful southern views to Mount Baker from the 14th ﬂoor at conveniently located Centre Pointe. Great ﬂoorplan allowing lots of natural light and spacious rooms. Enjoy a variety of amenities including guest suite, outdoor pool, hottub, gym, bike room and sauna. Includes one parking and one locker (additional parking and lockers available for rent from the strata) Steps to Kwantlen University, Lansdowne Mall, Skytrain, restaurants and much more. Cats ok, sorry no dogs, no smoking strata. Book your private viewing today!

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

$699,999

#804-221 Union Street, Vancouver

$389,900

$479,900

$358,900

NEW LISTING

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

$1,125,000

10528 Suncrest Drive, N. Delta

Stunning 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom plus den family home in Sunbury Estates This home features a large, private backyard perfect for entertaining, an inground pool and a newly installed hot tub. There is a relaxing, large shaded deck off beautifully finished maple kitchen featuring SS appliances. Hardwood floors throughout the home and newly renovated downstairs bathroom with modern finishes and infloor heating. Attic newly insulated (~2015), drain tile replaced, a high efficiency furnace (~2010), new hot water tank (2018), Ext Paint (2016), Pool heater, pump and filter system replaced (2015), roof is only 12 yrs old, and over 200ʼ of new fence. Only minutes from Alex Fraser Bridge or Hwy 17 access and 5 min from shopping and restaurants.

Adam Wachtel 604-315-2746

D L SO

#230-8860 No. 1 Road

APPLE GREENE PARK - Conveniently located right across the street from the Seafair Shopping Centre, transit lines and Hugh Boyd Secondary. This popular complex enjoys a great location in West Richmond. Featuring 2 bdrms and 1 bath, it is clean and ready for your decorating ideas. Brand new building envelope, redone decks and amazing amenities including work shop, indoor & outdoor pools, billiards, recreation room, library and much more. Shared laundry. Heat, hot water, sewer and water all included in the maintenance fee. One locker and one covered parking. Enjoy the large north eastern exposed deck. Call today!

$559,000

#206-2950 King George Blvd, Surrey

HIGH STREET-2 bedroom, 2 bathroom corner unit w/ desk nook featuring a big 339 sq ft wrap around terrace w/ gas hook up & self watering feature. Functional & flowing living space with hardwood & fireplace. New carpet in both bedrooms, second bedroom has large walk in & master has his & her's closets and ensuite w/double sinks, quartz counters. Kitchen features full-size SS appliances w/gas range, quartz counters, pull out pantry feature. 2 side by side parking right near the elevator & BONUS: 2 STORAGE LOCKERS! Close to EVERYTHING, right above the shops at High Street, Canadian Tire, Save On Foods, short distance to Hwy & White Rock beach. Rentals allowed, proactive strata, fibre optic cable installed, amazing amenities & gardens. Quick possession possible, easy to show!

Jennifer Adams 604-868-4895

$618,000

#37-5957 152 Street, Surrey

LD O S

$719,800

#104-3031 Williams Road

RE/MAX Westcoast, #110-6086 Russ Baker Way, Richmond, BC V7B 1B4 / Tel: 604.273.2828 / Cell: 604.317.7768 / Fax: 604.284.1581 / Email: patti@pattimartin.com Each ofﬁce independently owned and operated.

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

Your Community

MARKETPLACE classifieds.richmond-news.com

A29

Call or email to place your ad, Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

604-653-7851 • 604-444-3056 nmather@glaciermedia.ca • dtjames@glaciermedia.ca Book your ad online anytime at

richmond-news.adperfect.com

COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER

SPROTTSHAW.COM

MARKETPLACE

REMEMBRANCES

BURIAL PLOTS

IN MEMORIAM

OBITUARIES

2 PLOTS, Valleyview Memorial, $15,000. 604-302-3577

BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

ATTENTION

INVENTORS! Ideas wanted! Call Davison today! 1.800.218.2909 or visit us at inventing.davison.com/BC Free inventor’s guide! HEALTH & BEAUTY

In Loving memory of Gregory Lawrence Coulter April 6, 1968 − December 10, 2013

MacNEILL, Dennis Stewart January 19, 1943 - November 29, 2020

Your gentle face and patient smile With sadness we recall You had a kindly word for each And died beloved by all The voice is mute and stilled the heart That loved us well and true Bitter was the trial to part From one so good as you You are not forgotten nor will you ever be As long as life and memory last We will remember thee We miss you now, our hearts are sore As time goes by we miss you more Your loving smile, your gentle face No one can fill your empty place

It is with profound sadness that we announce that Dennis Stewart MacNeill, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away on November 29th, 2020 in Abbotsford.

Love always, Mom and Dad, Angela, Brian, Carol, Natasha, James and Auntie

Face Shields $11.99

Patent Pending Cap Shields, Clip to Any Ball Cap. Health Canada Approved!

604−371−0509 CAPSHIELD.CA

ADVERTISING POLICIES

All advertising published in this newspaper is accepted on the premise that the merchandise and services offered are accurately described and wil ingly sold to buyers at the advertised prices. Advertisers are aware of these conditions. Advertising that does not conform to these standards or that is deceptive or misleading, is never knowingly accepted. If any reader encounters non-compliance with these standards we ask that you inform the Publisher of this newspaper and The Advertising Standards Council of B.C. OMISSION AND ERROR: The publishers do not guarantee the insertion of a particular advertisement on a specified date, or at all, although every effort wil be made to meet the wishes of the advertisers. Further, the publishers do not accept liability for any loss of damage caused by an error or inaccuracy in the printing of an advertisement beyond the amount paid for the space actually occupied by the portion of the advertisement in which the error occurred. Any corrections of changes wil be made in the next available issue. The Richmond News wil be responsible for only one incorrect insertion with liability limited to that portion of the advertisement affected by the error. Request for adjustments or corrections on charges must be made within 30 days of the ad’s expiration. For best results please check your ad for accuracy the first day it appears. Refunds made only after 7 business days notice!

OBITUARIES CARNEY, Lorne Thomas December 10, 1942 - April 19, 2020 Lorne passed away peacefully in Richmond Hospital at the age of 77. He was raised in Toronto, the middle of 3 sons born to Edward and Dorothy (Hyder). While still in high school he started working at Grand and Toy, where he had a fulfilling career for 40 years. After working in Toronto and Ottawa a posting to Vancouver brought Lorne and his family to the West Coast. Lorne and Terry met when he took his dog to Terry’s veterinarian clinic in 1997. They married in 2000 and spent many happy years together. A couple of trips to Europe and many winter vacations in Mexico were some highlights. They both had a similar sense of humour and enjoyed many laughs together. After retirement, Lorne was kept busy assisting Terry with some of the business aspects at her clinic and even worked on the front desk occasionally. He also became very involved with helping a neighbour manage a large real estate portfolio. Lorne was a long-time member of The Country Meadows Senior Men’s Golf Club serving in many roles and working countless hours organizing an annual charity golf tournament that raises funds for prostate cancer research. Predeceased by his wife Dr. Terry Grise (2016), Lorne is survived by his much loved son Kevin, and brothers Wayne (Giselle), Paul (Noreen) in Ontario. Also remembered fondly by Terry’s family, Bob Grisenthwaite, Debra, Mike and Ryan Weber and Lynda (Dave) and Tyler Wallace. The family wishes to thank friends Don and Robin Smith, Doug Parmenter, and caregiver Irene Bell for all the kindness and assistance provided to Lorne while he was ill.

Say not in grief he is no more, but live in thankfulness that he was.

Predeceased by his parents, Archie (1981) and Shirley (2003) MacNeill, he is survived by his loving wife Judy MacNeill of 48 years and their children: Bob (Traci) Runcer, Heather (Jeff) Stein, Kathy (Rob) McCracken and their grandchildren: Mitchell, Amanda, Sarina, Kurtis, Blake, Miles and Calen. Dennis is also survived by his 6 siblings: Janet (David) Carnegie, Marvin (Theresa) MacNeill, Sherene (Bobby) Suggs, Arleigh (Susan) MacNeill, Verna (Jim) Forsyth, Lori (David) Hannis and many nieces and nephews. He leaves behind a large extended family and a wide circle of friends. Dennis was born in Richmond and then moved to Abbotsford. From an early age he worked on the family farm (Stewart Dairy Farms, now Birchwood Dairy Farm). He was the eldest of 7 children. His grandparents were some of the original settlers of Sumas Prairie. Dennis graduated from Abbotsford Senior Secondary in 1961. With an eye to pursuing a flying career, he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1963 and was posted for training in Quebec. Upon leaving the Air Force he moved back to BC becoming a qualified commercial pilot. Dennis accepted a full time position as a Trust Office Trainee for Royal Trust where he remained for the next twenty-three years. Dennis left Royal Trust in 1989 as the Regional Manager for BC. In the same year he started his own insurance company: Central Agencies Ltd. Dennis was a true trail blazer in the Insurance Industry. He was innovative and embraced the opportunities that technology offered. As a result, the business has grown to 3 branches: Richmond, Langley and North Vancouver, and his sales network now stretches from BC to MB with the company employing 25 branch employees and over 50 producers. Dennis resided in Richmond for 29 years before returning to Abbotsford where he overlooked the very same farmland that he grew up on. He enjoyed life to the fullest: flying, boating, spending time in Palm Springs, RVing across Canada and the US, exploring the world, and enjoying the occasional cruise. He also found the time to be a member of the Canadian Snowbird Association, FMCA, IBABC, a former President of the BC Dogwood RV Klub, and was also one of the founding members of the Richmond Sunrise Rotary Club. What a life, so full of love and filled with so many family and friends who admired the sunshine in his smile and the kindness in his heart. Dennis will be buried at Musselwhite Cemetery in Abbotsford, and a Celebration of Life will be held when we can safely gather again to tell stories and remember him. Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear.

To advertise in the Classiﬁeds call: 604-630-3300

GREAVES, Frederick Thomas Hird August 27, 1933 − November 30, 2020 It is with profound sadness, that we announce the passing of Frederick Thomas Hird Greaves. He passed peacefully, at 87 years of age, with his wife and girls by his side. He leaves to mourn, his wife of 62 years, Joan; and his four daughters, Barbara (David), Marianne (Andre), Susan (Randy), and Nancy. He also leaves his seven grandchildren, Teagan (John), Kalee (Josh), Andrew (Kelsey), Casey, Maxwell, Madison, and Nathan; and his two great−grandchildren, Penny and Bennett. One more great−grandchild (Freddy) will arrive in April. Fred was the grandson of James (a long−time employee of BC Electric) and Susan Hird who moved to Richmond as pioneers in 1910. Fred was born and raised in Vancouver and moved to Richmond when he married to build a home and raise his family. He taught Math and Computer Science in Vancouver for 33 years, first at Point Grey and then at Prince of Wales. After retirement, he worked another nine years at Richmond Christian School as a teacher and administrator. While always a churchgoer, Fred found a home at Richmond Presbyterian Church and was a faithful member and elder for 40 years. Fred loved golf, watches, pens and U.S. Politics and most of all he deeply loved and cherished his family. He was endlessly supportive, loving, proud, humble, generous and so much more. He would open his home and heart to anyone his girls befriended. He was also wise and philosophical. As one of his grandsons told him, "Grandpa, when you speak, everyone pays attention." The family would like to thank Rev. Kim, his doctors, and especially Fred’s amazing caregiver, Marion. Due to COVID−19 restrictions, there will be no public service at this time. Rest easy dear Fred. We will miss you terribly but we’ll see you again. "Here was truly a Christian gentleman." In lieu of flowers, donations to the Richmond Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund are appreciated.

TODAY'S PUZZLE ANSWERS

A30 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

REMEMBRANCES

COMMUNITY

HOME SERVICES

OBITUARIES

ANNOUNCEMENTS

BUILDING CONTRACTORS

Denturist Intern REQUIRING PATIENTS with the following for new and existing conditions: • Dental Plates • Full Dentures • Dentures over Implants • Partial Dentures • Relines & Repairs

ESO, Joseph November 15, 2020 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Eso on November 15, 2020. Joe was born in 1929 in Vernon BC, the first child of Lucy and Joseph Eso. He attended school in Vernon until the family moved to Kelowna in 1945. As a teenager, Joe played hockey and basketball. After high school, Joe attended UBC, where he was one of the first members, and an active alumnus for over 60 years, of the Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity. After graduating in 1954, Joe moved to Revelstoke to begin his career in education. He met and married Barbara Burton, herself a young schoolteacher, in 1956. Joe and Barb moved to Richmond in 1958, where he taught and coached basketball at Richmond High. After a brief period as a District Counsellor, Joe became a school principal serving at Walter Lee, Mitchell and Garden City Elementary Schools. He was respected and admired by staff and parents alike for his integrity, dedication and passion for educating children. Joe and Barb raised their three sons on Eckersley Road surrounded by their large circle of friends. Joe coached many of his sons’ sports teams and enjoyed fishing with friends and family on their boat, Carina, spending many summers cruising the Gulf Islands. Later, they welcomed their young grandchildren for extended visits every summer. After retirement, Joe and Barb moved to Churchill Park in Langley, where Joe initiated the maintenance committee, volunteered at the RCMP Community Policing office for over 20 years and enjoyed many rounds of golf. They travelled extensively with friends and family before moving to the Hamlets in Vernon in 2018. The family would like to thank all of the staff there for their exemplary care of Dad. Joe was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word. We will forever miss his quiet, kind manner and quick smile. Joe is predeceased by Barbara, his wife of almost 64 years; and his brother, Tom. He is survived by his brother, John (Polly); his sister, Elizabeth (Dennis); three sons, Barry (Heather), Jim (Tracy), and Brian (Kelly); seven grandchildren and five great−grandchildren, with two more great− grandchildren on the way. He also leaves behind a large extended family and a wide circle of lifelong friends. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date In lieu of flowers, please consider donations if desired to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC.

REAL ESTATE

RENTAL

INDUSTRIAL/ COMMERCIAL

SUITES FOR RENT

INTEGRITY POST FRAME BUILDINGS since 2008. Built with concrete posts. Barns, shops, riding arenas, machine sheds and more. adam.s@integritybuilt.com 1-250-351-5374. www.integritybuilt.com

2 br bsmt, $1500. Dec 1. Near #5 & Steveston. Across from Ironwood Plaza. All ammens. Own entry, grd level. All marble flooring. New reno. 604-274-3480 or 604-614-5062

REAL ESTATE WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES Townhomes & Condos We Take Over Payments Any Situation, Any Condition

604-812-3718 GVCPS INC. / gvcps.ca

We are offering quality removable denture work at intern pricing. All work high quality materials, overseen by Licensed Denturist. These Dentures are not Free of Charge. This is a limited time offer. To see if you qualify as a candidate for our Intern Denturist please call our office. Book a Free Consultation • 604-279-9151 #240 - 3671 Westminster Hwy, Richmond alexhupka@shaw.ca

www.bcdenturist.ca

DRYWALL

HOME REPAIRS RENOVATIONS INSTALLATIONS CARPENTRY • ELECTRICAL PLUMBING • PAINTING FLOORING • TO-DO LIST

Done Quick. Licensed. Done Right. Bonded. Guaranteed. Insured.

604-878-5232 HandymanConnection.com

Boarding & Taping, Good Rates! Reliable, Free Est. Reno’s & Small Jobs Welcome! Call Gurprit 604-710-7769

ELECTRICAL

Lost My Keys Lost on Saturday, December 5. Ring of seven keys with garage fob (black) and sensor (white). I was in Seafair Mail on No. 1 Road, Ironwood Mall, and Canadian Tire on No. 3. Road. Please call if you have picked them up and/or turned them in. 604−241−3002

place ads online @

YOUR ELECTRICIAN Lic#89402. Insured. Guar’d. Fast same day service. We love BIG & small jobs! 604-568-1899 goldenleafelectrical.com

EXCAVATING

classiﬁeds.richmonnd-nnews.ccom

LEGAL Notification of Motorcycle Seizure and Sale

Please be advised that on January 15, 2021, at 12 Noon, the following item will be listed for sale. 2015 Yamaha R3, Red and White, 321 CC engine. VIN − MH3RH06N0FK002672 Owner Name − Zhao Xiaomeng Storage fees due to claim the item is 3,700. CAD Vehicle will be sold by: J. A. McConkey Located at: 11020 Williams Road, Richmond, BC, V7A 1X8 778804817

Canadian Navigable Waters Act Vancouver Marina hereby application has been made Transport, pursuant to the Waters Act for approval of herein and its site and plans.

gives notice that an to the Minister of Canadian Navigable the work described

Pursuant to paragraph 7(2) of the said Act, Vancouver Marina has deposited with the Minister of Transport, on the online Navigable Waters Registry (http://cps.canada.ca/) and under registry number 2027, a description of the following work, its site and plans: Vancouver Marina Maintenance Dredging in, on, over, under, through or across Morey Channel, Lower Fraser River at 49.19118° latitude, -123.13535° longitude in front of: • PARCEL 36299841 BLOCK A, DISTRICT LOT 7840, GROUP 1, NEW WESTMINSTER DIST. PLAN 8TU1666; and • PARCEL 90031939 BLOCK A, DISTRICT LOT 6822, GROUP 1, NEW WESTMINSTER DIST. PLAN 14TU1982. Comments regarding the effect of this work on marine navigation can be sent through the Common Project Search site mentioned above under the Comment section (search by the above referenced number) or, by sending your comments directly to (Navigation Protection Program - #820-800 Burrard St., Vancouver BC, V6Z 2J8) if you do not have access to the internet. However, comments will be considered only if they are in writing (electronic means preferable: NPPPAC-PPNPAC@tc.gc.ca) and are received not later than 30 days after the publication of the last notice. Although all comments conforming to the above will be considered, no individual response will be sent.

Rubbish Removal $30/hr per Person.24/7 • 604-999-6020

2 Guys With A Truck Moving & Storage 604-628-7136 TAKE A D LOAD OFF p in the Home Find help Services section

classiﬁeds.richmond-news.com #1 Backhoes & Excavators Trenchless Waterlines Bobcats & Dump Truck & All Material Deliveries Drainage; Video Inspection, Landscaping, Stump/Rock/Cement/Oil Tank & Demos, Paving, Pool/Dirt Removal, Paver Stones, Jackhammer, Water/Sewer, Line/Sumps, Slinger Avail, Concrete Cutting, Hand Excavating. Basements Made Dry Claudio’s Backhoe Service

PAINTING/ WALLPAPER

604-341-4446

Need a Painter?

LOOK to Homee Services in the classiﬁeds

FLOORING

Hardwood Floor Refinishing Experts • Repairs • Staining • Installation • Free Estimates

604-376-7224 centuryhardwood.com

LAWN & GARDEN

• Lawn Cuts & Maintenance • Full Landscape Projects Signature Design Services, Call for a Yard Makeover! One call does it All! WCB

604-943-0043 www.landplus.ca

PLUMBING

MOVING

ABE MOVING & Delivery &

LOST

MIGHT END UP TOSSED ASIDE. Brown, leather daytimer with three darker brown spots on front stolen with laptop on Nov 26th near Minoru and Granville. Full of memories. 604-278-6502

We Do All Types of Renovations at Competitive Prices! Specializing in: Interior and Exterior Painting, Flooring, Kitchen and Bathroom upgrades, Fencing, Roofing, and Decks. 778−244−8707 perspective−solutions.com

HANDYPERSON

BC’s Best Painters in Town! PAINTING (25+ yrs exp) BBB Top Quality Paint & Workmanship. Interior: 3 Coats & Repairs for $250ea room. 778-545-0098 masterbrushespainting.ca

D&M PAINTING .

Interior / Exterior Specialist. Many Years Experience. Fully Insured. Top Quality • Quick Work. Free estimate.

604-724-3832

PAINTSPECIAL.COM

3 rooms for $375, 2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

778 -895-3503

• Hot Water Tanks • Plumbing • Heating • Furnaces • Boilers • Drainage • Res. & Comm. • 24/7 /77 Service

604-437-7272 RENOS & HOME IMPROVEMENT

A-1 Contracting. Bsmt, bath, kitchen cabinets, tile & laminate flrs, painting, decks..

Call Dhillon, 604-782-1936

HOME REPAIRS RENOVATIONS INSTALLATIONS CARPENTRY • ELECTRICAL PLUMBING • PAINTING FLOORING • TO-DO LIST

Done Quick. Licensed. Done Right. Bonded. Guaranteed. Insured.

604-878-5232 HandymanConnection.com

BATHROOM SPECIALIST Tiles, Tap, Vanities, Plumbing, Painting, Framing Complete Bathroom Renos Over 25 Years Experience

CALL PETER: 604-715-0030

PATIOS .

Aluminum & Glass Patio Covers, Sunrooms & Railings

GUTTERS

Free Estimate

604-821-8088

BOWEN ALUMINUM

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE −$50.00 − Gutter cleaning − Pressure washing − Aerating − Power Raking − Window cleaning − Gardening 604−209−3445 www.npservices.ca

BC AWNING & RAILING

•Aluminum/Glass Patio Cover •Sunrooms & Windows •Aluminum Railings, Vinyl Deck Free Est • 604-521-2688 PatioCoverVancouver.com

Refer to the Home Services section for all your home improvement needs

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

CALL THE EXPERTS

A31

Festive Spirit is alive and well at Wisteria Place! Carols and connections make our days and friendships special.

Relax, leave the cleaning and disinfecting to us! 604.241.8466 richmond-bc@mollymaid.ca

PUZZLE ANSWER IN CLASSIFIEDS

PLUMBING & HEATING Plumbing Service & Repairs Boilers & Furnaces Gas Work

Heating System Service Special Only $99 Including free hot water tank service!

604.868.7062

Licensed, Insured & Bonded Local Plumbers

www.1stcallplumbing.ca

HUBBY FOR HIRE Handyman Services

Ken Miller

• Renovations • Additions • Custom Interior Finishing • Flooring • Siding • Decks • Fences

hubbyforhire.ca

No Job too Small!

604.275.1417

Complete Services Offered • 35 Years Experience • Fully Insured

M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS Plumbing • Electrical • Woodwork • Drywall • Bathrooms • Painting • Handyman • Textured Ceilings • FREE Quotes Door Repairs: Patio • Pocket • Bi-folds • Shower

Insured / WCB

Mike Favel • 604-341-2681

and I’m a Nice Guy!

ACROSS

AUTOMOTIVE

HOME SERVICES ROOFING

RUBBISH REMOVAL

BRADS JUNK REMOVAL.com

A-1 Contracting & Roofing New & Re-Roofing • All Types All Maintenance & Repairs GUTTER CLEANING Gutter Guard Installations • RENOVATION WORK • WCB. 25% Discount • Emergency Repairs •

• FULL SERVICE JUNK REMOVAL & Clean-Up at Affordable Rates • Pianos & Hot Tubs No Problem • Booked Appointments • Same-Day Service • Residential & Commercial

a1kahlonconstruction.ca

604.220.JUNK (5865)

Jag • 778-892-1530

20 YARD BIN RENTALS from $249/week + dump fees

TREE SERVICES Re-Roofing & Repairs Specialists

20 Year Labour Warranty Available

604-591-3500

TREE SERVICES

Pruning, Hedge Trimming Tree & Stump Removal 75 ft Bucket Trucks Covid-19 Safety Guidelines strictly followed.

604 - 787-5915

Bros. Rooﬁng Ltd. Over 40 Years in Business SPECIALIZING IN CEDAR, FIBERGLASS LAMINATES AND TORCH ON.

Liability Insurance, WCB, BBB, Free Estimates

604-946-4333 New Roofing & Repairs. Gutter Cleaning • $80 Free Est. • GLRoofing.ca

604-240-5362

www.treeworksonline.ca 10% discount with this ad Tree Removal - Stump Grinding - Branch Chipping Free Est. WCB. Local resident. 34 yrs exp. • 604-943-0043

DEALS ON WHEELS...

and everything else.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL VEHICLE REMOVAL CASH FOR ALL! Serving Delta & area since 1986. Call 604-649-1627 www.deltascrap.ca

RECYCLE THIS PAPER

Create, review, adjust, tweak, resize, change font, add colour, tweak, review again, publish, sell, simple.

Createyourownadsin intheClassifieds. it’s sellingmadesimple.

1. Skateboarders love them 6. Popular sports podcast (abbr.) 9. Former Ohio State great Michael 13. Not dirty 14. Earth goddess (Greek myth.) 15.ASpanish river 16. Pig meat (French) 17. Famed astronomer 18. Floating ice 19. Broadcast 21.Aquatic mammals 22. Some are bath 23. Hip hop trio 24. NYGiants’#56

DOWN

1. Proof of purchase (abbr.) 2. Soap ingredient 3. Blackbird 4. Single steps 5. Tin 6. Books have lots of them 7. Made of fermented honey and water 8. You can get it in a bed 9. Room for communal meals 10. Early Syrian kingdom 11. Provokes dry amusement 12. Use with “thou” 14. Mollusk 17. Grain storage units

25. Small European viper 28. Neither 29. Multiple Tony-winner Rivera 31. Loud noise 33. Second year high schooler 36. “__ in comparison” 38. Golf score 39. Raise 41. Pastas 44. Easily manageable 45. Fathered 46. Pouch 48. Institute legal proceedings against 49. News organization

51. Unruly group of people 52. Fasten or secure 54. Sheets of glass 56. Doubled 60. Foolish person 61. Rooney and Kate are two 62. Small, rich sponge cake 63.Advice or counsel 64. Large wading bird 65. Famed British physicist 66. Narrow ridges (Swedish) 67. Field force unit 68. Lying face downward

20. Not a car, not a truck 21. Ooze 23. N. Vietnamese ethnic group 25. Tennis pros group 26. Something that’s not what it’s purported to be 27. E. Indian trees 29. Beloved December holiday 30. Regions 32. Metric unit of length 34. Peter’s last name 35. Beige 37. 18-year period in astronomy 40. Where golfers begin 42. Basketball stat (abbr.)

43. Frocks 47. Soda comes in it 49. On approval 50. Trims by cutting 52. Small ﬁnch 53. Language Bura-__ 55. Nothing 56. Imbecile (British) 57. Tropical Asian plant 58. Abba __, Israeli politician 59. Small freshwater ﬁsh 61. Indicates position 65. Data processing

A32 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM SPONSORED CONTENT

Trying to choose the perfect gift can be a daunting task Thankfully, BC Liquor Stores can help make your holiday shopping effortless with products specially selected by its experts. From extrapremium spirits for someone special, to champagne to ring in the New Year and everything in between, BC Liquor Stores have you covered when it comes to bringing the holiday cheer. Unsure of what to buy? Head down to your local BC Liquor Store to get friendly expert advice on wine, spirits, beer and more. Have a hard-to-shop-for person on your list? Gift cards are available so they can pick their own special gift. Over 900 products are on sale in December, and the stores are offering extended holiday hours to facilitate a safe shopping environment that follows all safety and sanitizing protocols. Snag your holiday favourites while helping to support BC Food Banks. All donations raised will support food banks in their local communities. BC Liquor Stores also opportunity give you the oppor to make your gift count twice through its Sharea-Bear program.

For $12.70 plus tax, customers can choose one adorable stuffed teddy bear to take home while its twin is donated to a shelter, hospital or other worthwhile charity in the community to brighten the holiday season for a child. Want to get a head start on your shopping? Check out some of these premium gifts, selected by BC Liquor Stores experts. BC LIQUOR STORES EXPERT PICKS FOR PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFTS Glenmorangie 12-Year-Old Nectar D’or Single Malt Scotch Whisky Lemon tart, crème brûlée, orange zest and sultana raisin, along with vanilla bean, ginger, nutmeg and honeycomb, grace this elegant, fruit-forward and smooth Scotch that was ﬁnished in wine casks from Sauternes.

Suntory Toki Blended Japanese Whisky Toki, or “time”, celebrates heritage and innovation in a blend of malt and grain whiskies from the Hakushu, Yamazaki and Chita distilleries. It is balanced and ﬁnessed, with orchard fruit and spice notes.

Freemark Abbey Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon An absolutely fabulous value in Napa Valley, this stunning Cabernet Sauvignon offers loads of cassis, black plums and mulberries plus hints of dark chocolate, herbs and earth in a lush, opulent, full-bodied proﬁle.

Woodford Reserve Distiller’s Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Toffee, caramel, dried fruit, candied orange peel and honey along with hints of mint, chocolate and baking spices pulsate through this smooth, rich, full-bodied bourbon with a long ﬁnish.

AN UNEXPECTED WINE PAIRING FOR TURKEY Want a different wine to pair with your turkey? Try the Tantalus Pinot Noir. Tasting notes: Pretty ﬂoral, dark cherry, black plum and raspberry notes with earth and baking spice accents mark this superb, age-worthy B.C. Pinot. The ﬁnish is long and structured with a vein of minerality. FESTIVE COCKTAILS TO TRY After 8 Eggnog • 1 oz (30 ml) Crème de Cacao • 1 oz (30 ml) Crème de Menthe • 3 oz (90 ml) dairy or non-dairy eggnog • mint sprig, for garnish Combine liqueurs and eggnog in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously, then strain into a rocks glass over new ice. Garnish with a mint sprig.

Johnny Walker Gold Label Reserve Limited Edition Blended Scotch Whisky This luxurious, smooth whisky opens with enticing aromas of honeyy with subtle woody and ky notes. On the palate, it smoky reveals layers of vibrant tropical fruit with a distinct creamy vanilla ﬂavour.

Royal Bubble • 1 oz (30 ml) Stolichnaya Razberi Vodka • ½ oz (15 ml) fresh lemon juice • ½ oz (15 ml) simple syrup* • 2½ oz (75 ml) Concerto Lambrusco • fresh raspberry, for garnish In a mixing glass with ice, combine vodka, lemon juice and simple syrup. Stir to chill and dilute, then strain into a ﬂute glass. Top with Lambrusco and garnish with a raspberry. * 1:1 ratio of sugar dissolved in boiling water. Allow to cool before using.

Find the BC Liquor Store location closest to you. Visit bcliquorstores. com. Please enjoy responsibly.

Your One-stop Shop for Wine, Spirits & Beer

SAVE $

Reg. $22.99

0 00

1799

RAVENSWOOD OLD VINE ZINFANDEL USA 599381 750 ml

SAVE $

Reg. $28.99

2199

MEIOMI PINOT NOIR USA 278937 750 ml

00 0

SAVE $ Reg. $49.99

4599

WOODFORD RESERVE DISTILLER’S SELECT BOURBON WHISKEY USA 480624 750 ml

1 4 14

SAVE $ Reg. $99.99

8599

DALMORE 12-YEAR-OLD SCOTCH WHISKY United Kingdom 73999 750 ml

OPEN EARLY

SALE EN NDS JA ANUARY 2nd

hange, the product description and display price in the liquor store will prevail. Prices do not include taxes. * While suppliees last. In nventory by store will vary. Prices are subject to change without noticce. In the event of a ch

W4 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

Tis the Season Everything You Need & So much More

41 Stores for Everything Places to Eat

Personal TLC and Errands

Specialty Stores

☐ Bamboo Express ☐ The Boss Bakery ☐ Cobs Bread ☐ CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice ☐ L.A. Grill ☐ McDonald’s ☐ Otaru Japanese Kitchen ☐ Round Table Pizza ☐ Starbucks ☐ Subway ☐ Sushi Han ☐ Thai Kitchen

☐ Awesome Nails ☐ Bank of Montreal ☐ Ben Jones Insurance Agencies ☐ Blundell Dental ☐ Blundell Medical ☐ Blundell Return-it Centre ☐ Body Glo Tan ☐ Easy Care Dry Cleaning ☐ H&R Block ☐ Kins Farm Market ☐ Mathnasium of Richmond ☐ Medussa Home Bedding ☐ Mon Amie Hair Salon ☐ Q2 Barbers ☐ Sense Massage ☐ Shoppers Drug Mart ☐ TD Canada Trust ☐ Vancity

☐ 12 Baskets Nutrition ☐ Amron’s Meats ☐ Bellissima Fashions ☐ Blundell Liquor ☐ Expert Hearing ☐ Eye Station Optical ☐ Faithful Friends Pe et Food and Supply ☐ Foot Solutions ☐ Loonie Town ☐ Persona Laser & Skin Care Centre ☐ UPS Store

☑ What are you shopping for?

Conveniently located on the corner of Blundell & No. 2.

www.BlundellCentre.com

Everything You Need & So Much More

W2 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

Fixing many aches and pains can begin at the bottom—with your feet

ell, your knee bone is connected to your thigh bone. And your ankle bone is connected to your heel bone. You know the old song that links all of your bones together to make your body the complex and interconnected machine that it is.

It’s not something you may think about very often, but when you experience pain or discomfort in your feet, knees, hips or even as far up as your back, you quickly realize how your body parts work together, and how relief can often be achieved by getting the foundation of your frame sorted out, namely your feet.

That’s where Foot Solutions at Blundell Centre comes in. Thanks to their trained staff they can assess your condition and provide an answer, in the form of customized orthotics, compression socks, or even knee braces, to get you back feeling better and more ready to meet the challenges of your busy day. “We are a health service store,” says Daniel Zhou, store manager at Foot Solutions. “And while we get a lot of referrals from doctors for their patients to be fitted with a knee brace, orthotics or compression stockings, we also have many people who walk through our door and simply tell us their feet hurt when they walk. “Or they find they get very tired standing up a lot during the course of their day and their hips and back hurt.”

Getting measured for a custom set of orthotics—a durable insole that slips into your own shoes—helps control the alignment and function of your foot to prevent abnormal motion, or rolling, and better redistributes the pressure on the bottom of your feet to reduce discomfort, pain. Many customers include those who spend a good amount of their day standing or walking, such as casino workers, postal service carriers, warehouse workers and flight attendants. “Typically, once a customer is fitted with their custom orthotics they can see change in a few weeks,” Zhou says. “Others say, ‘Wow!’ the next day at their workplace after wearing them all day and feel better immediately.”

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2020

Pet food store proud of its links to the community

eople and their pets.

“We do that because we care, and we are able to help.”

It was a perfect combination that drew Margaret and Gerry Bruce to take over ownership of Faithful Friends Pet Food at Blundell Centre when the previous owner decided to sell seven years ago.

Customer service is another aspect the sisters pride themselves on delivering.

Today, getting to know and serve customers and their beloved animals is the task of daughters Kelly Therrien and Sandy Lange, who took over the day-to-day running of the store, located across from COBS Bread, three years ago.

If a customer doesn’t see a difference after a short while, the staff at Foot Solutions can make small adjustments to the orthotic to get the desired result.

“Our parents thought it was the perfect opportunity to get involved with a business that was part of the community,” says Therrien. “They just love talking to people. And even though we try to keep them out of the store because they are older now and we don’t want to needlessly expose them to the COVID-19 virus, every now and then they still enjoy coming just to chat with customers.”

“We have one focus at Foot Solutions,” Zhou says, “and that’s your feet and how to care for them.

It’s that personal link with the community which has been the hallmark of Faithful Friends Pet Food.

“Whether you have foot pain or joint discomfort or you simply want to optimize your body’s stability and health, Foot Solutions is the answer.”

“We are truly community-based. Sandy is very much in the know locally with the pet walking and other pet-friendly groups,”Therrien says. “Lots of times, we’ve also been there to help people who have not been able to care for their pets by getting them re-homed. And we donate pet food to help those low-income families in the neighbourhood.

For more information about how Foot Solutions at Blundell Centre can help reduce your aches and pains from your feet on up, visit their website at footsolutions.com/richmond.

Conveniently located on the corner of Blundell & No. 2.

www.BlundellCentre.com

“We carry more than 25,000 items, which provides a huge variety of products in a small store space,”Therrien says. “But if someone wants a specific item, we can special order anything. “So, while we may not have it on the shelves, we can get for you,” she adds. “We do our best to try and make customer service our biggest priority. We pride ourselves on treating everyone who comes to our store as special.” An example of that during the pandemic is the store’s adherence to social distancing, mask-wearing and cleaning protocols to ensure all visitors feel safe and comfortable when they come in. “We disinfect everything in the store on a continual basis. We also allow just six customers in the store at a time,”Therrien says. “And we’re happy to have people pick up their orders at the door. They pay ahead, and we leave the items outside the front door. “It’s all part of what we do to make customers feel welcome.” For more information about Faithful Friends Pet Food, visit online at faithfulfriendspetfoodsrichmond.ca.