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So I got the shot last Friday. My pharmacist called Thursday at about 7 p.m. to say she had just received a shipment of the AstraZeneca vaccine. My husband and I were at her counter at 9 a.m. the next morning — sleeves rolled up. While we couldn’t get there fast enough, I won’t deny, there was some trepidation prior. The weekend before, we had put our names on the wait list which led to plenty of discussion about blood clots, efﬁcacy, and, of course, the all-important Michigan game...no kidding, this actually came up. As the U.S. hasn’t approved AZ yet, and there’s talk of needing to show a vaccine card to enter some venues like, oh say, University of Michigan’s football stadium, a certain someone wondered aloud if he’d be denied entrance if/when he made his annual pilgrimage to the Big House, as it’s known in college lore.

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Football aside, there are valid reasons to give some thought to getting any jab, and this one is no exception. What’s concerning are the unknowns. We don’t know, for example, if the rate of blood clots is going to increase signiﬁcantly (at this point, we’re at one in more than 700,000 in Canada.) Or, if another dire condition could emerge. However, there are also a lot of knowns, one of which is the fact this virus, which has already taken the lives of almost three million people around the world, will continue to mutate and become even deadlier the longer it circulates in populations. I could have waited, maybe a week or so, before my age group would be eligible to book an appointment at a government clinic where I would get either Pﬁzer or Moderna, but time is of the essence. And now the real reason. I wanted the vaccine for myself, but I want it even more for my 20-something kids. Heart-breaking scenes of elderly people being ravaged in long-term care homes

are quickly being replaced with stories of 30-somethings on ventilators saying their ﬁnal farewell to family over Zoom, as one doctor recently described it on CBC. These variants are deadlier and hitting younger people. As more of us who are eligible for AstraZeneca step out of the lineup for Pﬁzer and Moderna, the sooner those vaccines can get to my kids, your kids and every other young person who still has so much of their life ahead of them. Moreover, these young people are more likely to be on the frontlines. Childcare advocate Nicky Byres notes how most of their workers are in their 20s and 30s, dealing with kids who are still learning how to wash their hands, yet those workers are slated to be among the last vaccinated. (Page 11) And then there’s the mental health. I’m living in a full house, but even so, I’m missing the odd drink with friends or dinner with extended family. That said, I can manage. I didn’t exactly have a rockin’ social life before the pandemic, so a Friday night walk and Satur-

day night watching Netﬂix isn’t going to kill me. But that wouldn’t have been the case in my 20s, or even 30s. At that time, I was desperate to get out of my parent’s suburban home, travel, socialize and meet the world. It’s not just about dancing on tables, although that kind of exuberance can be part of it, it’s about that feeling of exploding onto the scene. Of course that can’t happen now, and I’m not making excuses for some truly outrageous behaviour — behaviour, I’ll add, the vast majority of young people do not engage in. But I can understand the impulse and recognize how tough this pandemic is, particularly on that group. All this is to say, the dose of Pﬁzer or Moderna that I don’t take is one more dose for those who don’t have a another choice. It sounds altruistic, but not overly so, given I’m more likely to die in a car accident than from a vaccine-induced blood clot — and yet I still drive. Now we just have to worry about getting into that Michigan game.

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Don’t applaud Trump Dear Editor,

Re: “Trump got it right,” Letters, April 8 I’d like to respond to Wayne Clouston’s letter of April 5 asserting that President Trump “got it right” for placing blame for COVID-19 on China. It is true the virus originated in China, and China was late in sharing information about the outbreak to the world. China can be faulted for that. But Trump has his own share of the blame for the way he mishandled and downplayed the seriousness of the virus early on in the outbreak. It is well documented how his denial of science has resulted in the needless death of hundreds of thousands of American lives. He certainly should not be

“applauded” for putting the blame on China.

attacks.

He did that only when it suited his purpose — to deﬂect blame for his own failings and egregious mishandling of the pandemic in his own country.

Furthermore, Mr. Clouston is way off base to say the China Virus or Kung Flu is just “good-natured hilarity.”

I will agree Trump’s calling of the virus “the China virus” or “Kung Flu” was probably directed at the Chinese government (CCP) and not the Chinese people. But intentionally or not, that has resulted in a huge spike in attacks on not just ethnic Chinese, but other Asians (Koreans, Filipinos, Japanese...) all over the world. Yet that has not stopped Trump from continuing to use these inﬂammatory terms. He could help to defuse the situation by making a public statement to denounce these racial

But he has chosen not to.

Dear Editor, Re: “Trump got it right,” Letters, April 8

I wonder if the thousands of people of Asian descent who have been insulted or brutalized since Trump’s remarks think it’s funny.

Racism is not limited to being a member of the KKK or freely dropping racist names. Racism presents itself in many ways.

Will Mr. Clouston feel the hilarity when the Chinese persons in his family are assaulted?

A teacher telling an Asian child they should do better on their math test (based on the stereotype that Asians are good at math) or a complete stranger saying “You Asians can’t drive” (based on another stereotype) is also a form of racism. It isn’t funny or good-natured hilarity, it’s racism.

The fact is ethnic “jokes” about people’s physical characteristics, behaviours and language are unfunny and only serve to perpetuate longstanding racial stereotypes.

There has been an increase in physical and verbal attacks against Asians during the pandemic.

And, as we have seen lately, they are far from harmless.

If, like the letter writer said, you have Chinese persons in your family, then this should be a real concern for you.

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Trump’s “refreshing doggedness” as you call it, to use the terms “Chinese virus” and “Kung Flu” is dangerous and hurtful to the Asian community. One only has to go back to our long history of anti-Asian rhetoric and violence. Nobody is perfect, but when someone tells you, what you said or did is racist, you don’t get to say but I have Chinese persons in my family and/or I have practiced martial arts. These do not give you a free pass to say whatever you want about racism, and is not a one way ticket out of racism town. What you need to do is close your mouth, open your ears and take in what they are telling you. Any other response is unproductive, insensitive and privileged.

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Leave out conspiracies Senior daycare Dear Editor,

Re: Trump got it right, Letters, April 8 Richmond News should not become a platform for COVID-19 conspiracy theories! I thought that a Richmond News reader’s recent article lauding Donald Trump’s actions and words was fraught with issues and problems. Although, there are many racially based jokes in North American culture, which can be (mis)construed as a form of good humour, let’s unpack the main issue here, and do a little bit of research. There are far worse biological weapons at the disposal of People’s Republic of China than a novel coronavirus. It has a relatively low mortality rate and although is very contagious not very likely a biological weapon of any sort. I suggest the Richmond News read-

er research the Aral Sea Incident about the Soviet Union’s 1971 biological weapons test (release) of a highly virulent and deadly strain of smallpox. Ten people were infected and three people died from haemorrhagic smallpox. A quick internet search of various biological weapons (BW) produced in the United States and its allies and BW produced in Russia and China will show that this was not in any way, shape or form a weaponized version of a coronavirus. There are far more deadly and contagious diseases BWs. As for Donald Trump’s so-called good humour. Let me leave with a just a parting thought. The Richmond News reader mentioned “Kung Flu” and “China Virus” and then claimed to say those comments were directed at the CCP.

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All right, let me ask one question, what does “Kung Fu” (martial arts, actually an incorrect word and term) have to do with the CCP and what does the term “China Virus” have to do with the CCP?

Dear Editor, Re: “City could create thousands of childcare spots by 2031,” News, April.

Donald Trump is a native English speaker. If he wanted to say that the CCP was wholly responsible for the novel coronavirus, he should not be making comments directed at “Kung Fu” (in Chinese, it means hard work, not actually a martial art).

Congratulations to the City of Richmond for planning to create thousands of childcare spots by 2031. My dream is that the headline would (also) read “City and Vancouver Coastal Health to create thousands of Senior Day Care Spots by 2031.” For every childcare spot in Richmond, I would like to see an equivalent senior daycare spot. The need is great and Richmond City Council has always been supportive of the needs of seniors in our great community. I urge council to put pressure on Vancouver Coastal Health to work towards this goal.

Furthermore, there are still two Chinas, to which was the Donald referring to? Certainly not the Republic of China (Taiwan) — using the word Taiwan actually supports the CCP’s efforts.

Seniors are a very large percentage of the Richmond population, and I applaud family members who are taking on the role of caregivers. They are the unsung heroes in our community.

Secondly, the Chinas are not only two states, but a civilization. By stating “China Virus” this denigrates both states and the civilization.

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Richmond RCMP is appealing for witnesses after a cyclist was left badly injured after being hit by a pickup truck. Mounties say that, shortly before 9 a.m. on March 17, a frontline ofﬁcer was patrolling near River Drive and No. 4 Road when he came upon a female cyclist, who was lying on the road in “apparent medical distress.” An investigation into the collision revealed that the 45-yearold woman was hit by a white, newer model pickup truck that was towing a large trailer as she entered onto River Drive on her bike from a nearby pedestrian walkway, said Richmond Mounties in a statement.

The cyclist was transported to hospital where she was treated for serious, but non-life threatening injuries. “The female cyclist involved in this collision was injured quite badly,” said Richmond RCMP’s Cpl. Ian Henderson, in a statement. “Fortunately, one of our frontline ofﬁcers came upon her during routine patrols and was able to offer assistance. Our investigators would really like to speak with the driver of the vehicle involved.” Anyone who witnessed this incident or who has dash-cam video is asked to contact Richmond RCMP at 604-278-1212, quoting ﬁle number 21-7094. To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers at 1-800-2228477.

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A Richmond seafood company has been slapped with a huge fine after it was found guilty of violating Canada’s Fisheries Act. Tenshi Seafood Limited, its co-owner and supplier were hit with a total fine of over $110,000 for hindering fisheries officers during an inspection and trying to destroy evidence of undersized crabs that were caught. Richmond Provincial Court Judge Bonnie Craig found the company guilty of violating Canada’s Fisheries Act and ordered the company to pay a fine of $75,000 and to hand over a list of its customers from the past two years to the Department of Fisheries and Ocean (DFO). The company was also ordered to publish a letter addressing all its customers of the offences the company was found guilty of. Tenshi’s co-owner Dishi Liu was also ordered to pay a fine of $25,000 and Thuong Nguyen, master of the commercial fishing vessel Dream Chaser, was fined $10,000 for obstructing a fisheries officer.

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The DFO said that on Sept. 18, 2018, one of its Steveston-based officers arrived at the business for a routine inspection, only to witness a man running from the building and speeding away with what looked like a crab crate in the back of his vehicle. The officer was then stopped by the owner and staff of Tenshi from conducting an inspection, which included not answering questions, failing to provide necessary paperwork, weights or volume figures from the previous sale. The officer eventually found several undersized crabs discarded in the processing plant. According to the DFO, keeping undersized Dungeness crabs is prohibited under the 2018 Area J commercial crab licence, which Nguyen’s fleet was licensed under. “Fisheries and Oceans Canada has a mandate to protect and conserve marine resources and to prosecute offenders under the Fisheries Act,” reads the statement. “It ensures and promotes compliance with the Act and other laws and regulations through a combination of land, air and sea patrols, as well as education and awareness activities.”

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He said the ownership group understands that the rules and regulations are different in Canada than China.

Teachers at a new Chinese-owned private school in Richmond — set to open in September — will be told to “tread lightly” around topics such as the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), Tiananmen Square and the Dalai Lama. Regardless, students will be credited with a B.C. education. The Chaoyin International School on Bird Road was granted its certiﬁcate to operate from the B.C. Ministry of Education in March and is now open for registration with tuition fees between $15,000 and $23,000. Greg Corry, head of school, said teachers won’t

Greg Corry heads a new Chinese private school in Richmond. Maria Rantanen photo censor these three topics, but they will be told to “redirect” the conversation. “We don’t have any strict guidelines about those three topics … but our staff will be told — explained by me — to tread lightly,”

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“that’s a political question that I don’t want to get into.” Chaoyin Education Group has eight private schools in Qingdao, China, owned by the Zhang family, and this is their ﬁrst school outside of China, Corry explained.

Regardless, teachers will be told to redirect and ﬁnd out why students are asking those questions, he explained. Corry compared it to students asking about sensitive topics like drugs and alcohol.

At the “group 4” kindergarten-to-grade-7 school, 50 per cent of students need to be international.

Teachers are role models and have to be careful what they say and post on social media, so it isn’t misinterpreted, he added.

The Minister of Education, Jennifer Whiteside, didn’t respond to multiple requests for an interview.

But when asked whether it’s a good role model to challenge anti-democratic movements, Corry said

Teaching will be done in English, except P.E. and ﬁne arts. Students will also study Mandarin.

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10620 Williams Road

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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/2021.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/2021.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 April 9, 2021 and ending April 19, 2021. Participating in the Public Hearing process:

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• By order and direction of the Provincial Health Officer, members of the public and applicants are not permitted to physically attend Public Hearings at this time. As an alternative, members of the public may provide written comments in advance of the meeting, or participate in the meeting remotely via telephone, instead of attending in-person. • Registration to participate remotely 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

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Childcare workers, teachers call for vaccines With COVID-19 cases on the rise in B.C., the executive of a Richmond-based childcare organization says vaccines are needed now for childcare workers — many of whom are in their 20s and 30s. “The level of anxiety amongst our staff has just skyrocketed,” said Nicky Byres of the Society of Richmond Children’s Centres, which operates six centres in the city. “I think that the change, with the variants, with the age group of people getting ill, where there are essential workers who are in that age range, I do think they should be prioritized.” She added that early childhood educators are concerned, not just about getting sick themselves, but are also “so concerned about bringing COVID to the centre and to the children.” Childcare workers aren’t alone

in their call for vaccines for those on the frontlines. The Richmond Teachers’ Association, along with other teacher locals in Vancouver Coastal Health, is calling on the province to vaccinate teachers — particularly those in districts with a high number of school exposures. Liz Baverstock, RTA president, said teachers have been collaborative, patient and understanding during the pandemic. She said the government should focus vaccination efforts on teachers who spend ﬁve hours a day with 24 to 30 kids. Furthermore, the province has said it’s important to have schools open for kids’ mental health and learning, she added. When B.C. ﬁrst announced its AstraZeneca vaccine program for a long list of frontline workers — including early childhood educators and teachers — Byres said

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Those born in 1981 or earlier (40 and above) will be eligible as of Monday, April 19. B.C. is currently booking the 65 and older group for vaccinations. While the province’s new booking system allows anyone to register, B.C. is asking people to wait until their age cohort is called to “preserve system capacity.” Meanwhile, people aged 55 to 65 can get an AstraZeneca vaccine through some local pharmacies. Record number of cases detected in Richmond The BC Centre for Disease Control reported last Friday that 272

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cases of COVID-19 were detected in Richmond between April 2 and 8, which is approximately 39 new cases a day. This is up from 208 cases the week prior. This is the highest weekly total reported in the city since the start of the pandemic. COVID exposures According to VCH’s online school exposure list, there were exposures on April 6 at Burnett secondary and McNeely elementary. Meanwhile, exposures occurred at Homma elementary and McNair secondary on April 6 to 7, and Hamilton elementary on April 6 to 8. A staff member at a FreshCo store in Richmond has tested positive for COVID-19, according to the store’s parent company Sobeys. The staff member last worked at the store on April 2. —Richmond News staff

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As part of its revised community awards celebration, RCRG will post the nominee proﬁles on its various social media platforms until April 24. Nominees include individuals, groups, youth and not-for-proﬁt leaders who are integral and outstanding contributors to our community, said RCRG.

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RCRG is honoured to introduce the nominees for the 2021 Volunteers Are Stars Awards. This year, we’re celebrating virtually, but the impact these volunteers have had on the Richmond community is very real. Their efforts, during COVID-19 and beyond, have improved the lives of Richmond residents, and made our community stronger and more resilient. Learn more about their contributions at

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Outstanding volunteers proﬁled on RCRG social media. “The Volunteers Are Stars Awards are back,” said RCRG in an email, “so we can come together — virtually, of course — to thank the many Richmond residents who have selﬂessly and courageously given their time to make our community stronger, healthier and more resilient, especially during the past 12 months.”

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Volunteers are what make a community strong during tough times and a Richmond non-proﬁt is recognizing residents who have been doing just that. As National Volunteer Week approaches, Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives (RCRG) has announced all 21 nominees in their respective categories for this year’s annual Volunteers Are Stars Awards. Volunteerism, according to RCRG, is deeply rooted in Richmond and the list of nominees is “by no means comprehensive and it never could be.” This year’s volunteers range from youths, individuals and volunteer groups that have showcased passion, dedication and kindness in Richmond during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nova Star Award The Nova Star Award recognizes individual volunteers whose contributions go above and beyond in Richmond. These individuals have taken leadership roles to improve and beneﬁt their communities by inspiring others to do the same. Nominees for this award are: Maisy Debray with Mamas for Mamas Vancouver; Patricia Lang with the Richmond RCMP; Jat Puri with West Richmond Community Association; Rowena Silver-Bridson with Kehila Society of Richmond; Don Taylor with West Richmond Community Association; Ray Wang with RCRG; and Rosina Yip with Chimo Community Services. Constellation Award This award celebrates the idea that working together can allow groups to accom-

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Volunteer groups nominated for this year’s award are: Chimo Crisis Line Volunteer Mentors; FunforGOal Foundation; Mamas for Mamas Vancouver; RCRG Shopping Volunteers; Richmond Olympic Experience 500 Hour Club; Richmond RCMP Community Engagement Volunteers; Vancouver Fraser Lions Club; and Walk Richmond Volunteers. Shooting Star Award RCRG believes outstanding youth volunteers, under the age of 25, are on the road to becoming amazing leaders in the community. The Shoot Star Award recognizes youths who aim to empower other young people, to support mental health and to create intergenerational connections. This year’s nominees for the award are: Josh Evangelista; Ailah McGillivray; Rishika Selvakumar; and Zimo Wang. Star of Richmond Award The Star of Richmond Award recognizes Richmond volunteers who have dedicated countless hours of service to the community over an extended period of time. This year, Jean Garnett with the Canadian Federation of University Women and Melissa Zhang with the Vancouver Fraser Lions Club, have been nominated for the Star of Richmond Award for their unwavering leadership work that has left a mark in the community. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the winners of the Volunteers Are Stars Award will be announced in a virtual ceremony on April 21 with the ceremony video to be posted on the RCRG website the same day.

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Gymnasts lift prizes Another Richmond fencer at the virtual B.C.s heading to Tokyo Olympics Alan Campbell

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Richmond gymnasts had a very successful tilt at the ﬁrst ever virtual BC Championships recently. Due to the pandemic, very few sports have been fortunate enough to quickly pivot to this as a new model of remotely evaluating and celebrating athletes’ performances. And this year, more than 600 participants, of all ages, from 37 B.C. clubs competed in competed in Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG), Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) and Trampoline Gymnastics (TG). Overall, athletes from the Richmond Gymnastic Association (RGA) collected a number of prizes: In the 2008 age category (JO6), Rich-

mond’s Meher Bains was first on beam and overall fifth. In the 2008 (JO7), Nadia Gambetti was first on vault and overall third. In the 2007 age (JO8), Naomi Tsang was overall first after being first on both beam and bars. In the 2003-2006 age category (JO8), Pavitt Bains was first on beam and overall second. RGA’s entire JO8 team, even with just three athletes competing on it, achieved a commendable second place overall. One of the RGA coaches, Veronika Pathak, said she was “very impressed with the results given the modified training schedules and interruptions for the past year or so. “Now we can start looking forward to next year’s competition season. The girls have worked hard and the results show.

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Another Richmond-based fencer is on his way to the Tokyo Olympics after the last qualifying event in Qatar. It’s a lifetime ambition and dream come true for 28-year-old Eli Schenkel, who coowns and operates S-Class Fencing in north Richmond with his brother, Joseph. Due to the pandemic, all of last year’s qualifying events were postponed, so it took to last month at the Doha Grand Prix in Qatar for Eli to earn his spot in Tokyo and achieve a lifetime goal of becoming an Olympian at his chosen sport. “Having spent roughly a year in limbo, where the Canadian team itself was qualiﬁed for Tokyo, yet the individual and team selection still being up in the air, it was a huge sigh of relief to ﬁnally achieve my 18-year dream of attending an Olympic

games,” said Eli, who has been fencing since he was 10.

“I was overwhelmed with gratitude for my brother Eli Schenkel and Alex has made it onto Martin, anTeam Canada other coach I for the Tokyo work with in Olympics. Calgary, who both helped me to prepare over the past year.” Like many Olympic athletes, there is a back story of sacriﬁce, with Eli giving up a “cozy” career in marketing in L.A. — where his family is based — to pursue coaching in B.C. and a shot at the Olympic team. The Richmond News reported last month how Richmond Secondary alumnus Shaul Gordon also clinched a spot on the team.

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Richmond powerlifter makes Team Canada Sumeet Sharma has made the national team for the World Championships of powerlifting.

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Richmond-based powerlifter Sumeet Sharma was delighted to hear the news that he has been selected to represent Canada for the world’s powerlifting championship in Kazakhstan this fall. “I was notiﬁed by the International Powerlifting Federation two weeks ago. It has been a huge honour and privilege to represent Canada and compete on the global stage,” said Sharma, who is keeping his ﬁngers crossed the event won’t get cancelled again this fall.

Last year, the COVID-19 pandemic cost Sharma his chance to ﬁght in the Czech Republic for the world’s powerlifting championship. Although he wasn’t able to showcase his talents on

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Children’s book honours introverts Valerie Leung

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Being introverted is not a bad thing and a Richmond author and elementary school educator is telling kids to be proud of it in her ﬁrst children’s book. Sharon Dulay, a Richmond resident and a learning support teacher, grew up being labelled as shy. But it wasn’t until she realized she was actually an introvert that she felt a sense of conﬁdence in herself and that she wasn’t the “odd one out.” “Sharing information about being an introvert has become something I’m passionate about because it wasn’t until my late 20s that I realized I’m not shy, just an introvert, and that was okay,” said Dulay, adding that she hopes she can spread the same message to kids. “I’ve always had a passion in creative writing since I was a kid and being an author has been a goal of mine for a long time so this was the perfect opportunity to teach kids to be proud of who they are.” Dulay self-published her book “Gia and the Moon” when she found a lack of books and resources for early learn-

ers and children on what being an introvert is. Her book follows a young girl n a m e d Gia, who Sharon Duis excited lay is a longto start first time Richmond grade, but resident and a then dislearning support teacher. covers that she is an introvert. The character worries that school will be different for her and goes on a journey to discover more about herself. Dulay added that engaging with kids about topics like this can help with boosting their confidence and further their understanding that not everyone is the same. “In society we get so much influence from others around and I want kids to know that they don’t need to be embarrassed to be called an introvert.” Dulay’s book can be found online at www.everbeagency.com, Amazon and at Indigospirit in Richmond Centre.

This giant pirate ship movie set has sprung up in rural, southeast Richmond in the last week or two.

Peter Pan swings into town Alan Campbell

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The movie, if it is indeed Peter Pan, will be called “Peter Pan and Wendy” and will star Alexander Molony as the ﬂying teenager and Ever Anderson as Wendy.

A giant movie set in a remote part of Richmond is piquing the curiosity of some local residents.

Co-stars will be Jude Law, Ever Anderson, Yara Shahidi, Alexander Molony and Alyssa Wapanatâhk.

Near Triangle Road — close to Silvercity Cinema — the set features a pirate ship surrounded by a massive white wall.

Law will play Captain Hook, Gafﬁgan will be Smee and Shahidi will be Tinkerbell.

Rumours are that a remake of Peter Pan is being ﬁlmed, given that Disney is known to be ﬁlming the children’s classic fairy tale in the Vancouver area this spring. Richmond resident Stevie G LaRocca spotted the set going up a couple of weeks ago and watched as it grew quickly in the days ahead.

According to a recent Disney press release, principal photography will be shot in Vancouver. It’s shooting under the name “Bonfire,” according to a production list from the Director’s Guild of Canada. The film will be released on Disney+ in 2022, according to the film studio.

Richmond resident star-struck by Korean Lee Min-ho Valerie Leung

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It was the moment that made everything worthwhile — that seven-hour wait in the rain, those frantic trips down to Steveston, those hours of tracking shooting details online. It was the moment the movie star of her dreams walked up to her and other fans eager to catch a glimpse. “When he came out and stood in front of me and other fans, I was like ‘Oh my God, I’m going to die. He’s right here,” recalled Pamela Bagtas. “He,” of course, is the Korean mega star Lee Min-ho, who was in Richmond last month ﬁlming Pachinko, an international drama series based on the adaptation of Min Jin Lee’s novel of the same name. When Pamela Bagtas got word Lee would be coming to B.C. to ﬁlm the Apple TV series, she was on a mission to see him

Members of Lee’s fanclub, known as Minoz, were constantly updating fans, reporting sightings of the Korean actor since he arrived in Vancouver on Feb. 25.

in person and even snap a few photos. “The longest time I waited was seven hours with several other fans and we eventually, and luckily, got to see (Lee Min-ho) and was super excited,” said Bagtas, adding that she would visit the Steveston film set every chance she could. “The first day, as far as I could remember, I waited about an hour or two and managed to see him up close as he entered the set since not many people were there.” According to Bagtas, when word got out that the Korean actor was in Steveston, the Richmond RCMP was called to the film site as it got “rowdy” with a sudden increase of fans. When asked if she was worried about physical distancing requirements during COVID-19, she said she wasn’t because she was vaccinated and being a healthcare worker she knew how to keep her distance from others. “It’s crazy and amazing at the same

Bagtas said Minoz members encourage each other and share information about where they’ve spotted Lee or the next ﬁlming location.

Pamela Bagtas (front) converges with other fans of Korean superstar Lee Min-ho. time how an international star could bring so many people together, but when the RCMP showed up, everyone knew to stay put and not cross the line,” said Bagtas. “Most fans will follow the rules because we don’t want to get kicked out. We just want to see (Lee Min-ho), take pictures and that’s it.”

The ﬁlming of Pachinko in B.C. wrapped up on April 11 around 2:30 a.m., according to Bagtas who waited in the cold to say a ﬁnal goodbye to Lee and Pachinko’s cast members on their last day. That was the moment Minho suddenly walked up to his fans to say goodbye to them — a moment Bagtas says she will never forget. “I hope more Korean celebrities come because with all this racism and hate crime going on against Asians, I want others to know that Asians are talented as well.”

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Bee garden heaven sent Alan Campbell

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Suffice to say, there’s a distinct buzz about the place at Our Saviour Lutheran church on No. 4 Road, close to Granville Avenue. But it’s not coming courtesy of any words of wisdom from its pastor, Christoph Reiners. Nope, instead, the excitement is emanating from a brand new pollinator garden that has just been planted next to the church’s parking lot by the congregation. “Even when we were planting, there was a giant bumble bee just dying to get in there,” said the church’s Bev Krisch about the garden they hope will attract thousands of bees and other pollinators. “We are all very excited about it and we can’t wait to plant even more out there.” After laying down about 10 yards of soil in the 1,000 square feet or so garden last week, the volunteers planted lavender, calendula and perennial geraniums, along with shasta daisies, bee balm, a hazelnut tree, short sunflowers, purple cone flowers and milkweed to attract monarch butterflies. “It started last year with me and my friend Eva Harris, as we were walking along Bath Slough,” added Krisch. “I hadn’t been down there for a while and I was just amazed to see that a pollinator garden had been created there. The two of us were so excited. “We thought, what could we do and we thought of our big garden out the back of the church. We thought we could absolutely do something for our neighbourhood.” As well as the Bath Slough garden, Our Saviour’s offering to the bees was inspired by other gardens in the city. “We hope to make a difference in our neighbourhood and the farms nearby,” said Krisch.

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Five organizations in Richmond have received a combined $30,000 in grants from the provincial government to fund projects aimed at tackling racism. The BC Multiculturalism Grants program this year priori-

The ﬁve Richmond organizations which received $5,000, unless indicated, were: Richmond Asian Canadian Equity Alliance Association; Richmond Cinevolution Media Arts Society ($10,000); Richmond Community Mental Wellness Association of Canada;

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Richmond Public Library. Richmond MLA for Richmond-Queensborough Aman Singh said the rise in reported incidents of hate and violence over the past year “reminds us of the work still to be done to tackle racism. “By supporting these local multicultural projects, we are giving people in Richmond more tools to speak up and make our community safer.” The government announced that more than 190 new projects have received support through the BC Multiculturalism Grants program. The Richmond Asian Canadian Equity Alliance Association received its funding for an Anti-Asian Racism Discrimination and East Asian Canadians Social Study, saying that East Asian Canadians are a “visible minority” who are an “easy target of racial discrimination.” The Richmond Cinevolution Media Arts Society, meanwhile, received its $10,000 to create a series of podcasts titled Anti-Asian Racism Race in the Time of COVID-19.

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That series will examine the impacts of COVID-19, race relations, and “structural inequality in the globalized postpandemic era via a mix of cross-cultural dialogue, music and multimodal audio content from a contemporary Asian diasporic perspective.” While the Richmond Multicultural Community Service will use its funding to put on a “storytelling” event, looking at anti-Asian racism and “How we are made to feel like we do not belong: This project will focus on the sharing of common experiences among the Asian community (all parts of Asia) in feeling like they do not belong.”

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Richmond MLA Teresa Wat is calling for May 29 to be declared Anti-Racism Education Day — a day to promote inclusion and tolerance and identify all forms of racism. Wat has written to Attorney General David Eby asking for the NDP government’s support of the proclamation request. “I hope the NDP government puts aside the politics right now, it’s time for us to work together to ﬁght against racism. We can’t wait anymore,” said Wat. Wat told the Richmond News how she has been contemplating bringing this issue forward for quite a long time.

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“We are overwhelmed with anger and frustration when we bring up this issue. But what we need to do right now is to turn those negative emotions into positive energies to make our community a better place to live,” said Wat.

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Reports of anti-Asian hate crimes to the Vancouver Police Department are up 717 per cent over the past year.

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ent ways. […] The argument is whether it’s fair that the mobile food trucks should be able to go in like that, with no contribution to anything, very low overhead and pick off some of the best business opportunities for the restaurant merchants.”

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Richmond city council is looking for strategies to create better synergies between food trucks and local businesses.

The key is to study the successes of cities other than Richmond, said Coun. Carol Day.

A motion passed at council this week calls for city staff to look into the food truck activity in Steveston, with an emphasis on displaced business from local restaurants and the potential for an area speciﬁcally for food trucks. Coun. Bill McNulty said, at last week’s general purposes meeting, the main concern, according to Steveston proprietors, is that while food trucks are in compliance with council policies and bylaws, the space the food trucks occupy tends to be parking lots of existing businesses. The motion was supported by council, including Mayor

She said Portland’s food truck alley capitalizes on ofﬁce building spaces that are not utilized during the evening and cites Horseshoe Way as a good candidate for Richmond’s own designated food truck space. Salty’s Lobster is one of the food trucks sometimes seen in Steveston. Instagram photo Malcolm Brodie who said the issue also included the money involved with renting private properties. “The merchants who are locat-

ed in Steveston pay top dollar for the rental of their premises,” Brodie said. “They pay taxes and support the community in many differ-

Some of the food trucks that have visited Steveston in the past month include seafood speciﬁc Lobster Shack and Shameless Buns, which specializes in Filipino street food. The City of Richmond is asking for feedback on food trucks in Steveston. Go to letstalkrichmond.ca to ﬁll out a survey.

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The sudden grounding of tourism as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t stopped Richmondites from entering the tour guide market. For the fifth year in a row, the Canadian Inbound Tourism Association of Asia Pacific (CITAP), a Richmond-based non-profit committed to developing Canada as the preferred destination for Asian travellers, launched a Chinese-speaking tour guide training program this week. In past years, 40 to 50 students registered for the program. That number jumped to 56 students this year, which is far beyond the

program organizer’s expectation, according to David Lin, board chair of CITAP.

Lin anticipates Canada will see similar trends.

“Some people have conﬁdence that the B.C. tourism sector will grow sharply in a post-pandemic world. Especially with the rollout of the vaccine, the domestic travel might resume in late September,” said Lin. “We still remain hopeful people won’t put off any more adventures once the pandemic ends.”

“I’ve heard from some people saying they have been browsing through YouTube videos and virtual tours of breathtaking sceneries in B.C. to live through the pandemic,” said Lin.

China’s state-run media has been running stories about the travel industry rebounding in that country since the government relaxed travel restrictions. For example, the recent Qingming Festival, also known as tombsweeping holiday that falls on April 4, allows families to visit their ancestors’ cemeteries; Chinese citizens made 102 million domestic trips over three days — up 145 per cent from the same time last year.

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“The crisis makes us realize that life is short. Now we are more than eager to connect with people and create unforgettable experiences with our loved ones.” Meanwhile, some changes have been made to this year’s program due to COVID-19, such as teaching students travel safety protocols, noted Lin. The three-week program will provide students with a certiﬁcate upon graduation, which will allow them to seek job opportunities in local travel agencies.

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Liquor store in industrial area rejected Richmond council wasn’t thrilled with the idea of a liquor store application in a strip mall near Ikea. The application to have a retail liquor store at #140-12751 Bridgeport Rd. was rejected by council. Last week, the planning committee voted 3-2 against the proposal, citing the fact the zoning is industrial and focused on home renovation stores. Coun. Carol Day said she might support a micro-brewery in that area, but a liquor store doesn’t fit. “I do feel that strip mall caters to people who are doing renovations to their home,” Day said. The storefront in question is surrounded by other retail stores, including a mattress store, a lighting store and a tile store. City staff recommended rejecting the application because it doesn’t comply with the zoning, but Couns. Bill McNulty and Alexa Loo supported it at the planning meeting. “Everything there is retail — how is what these guys are asking for not matching what’s already in that strip mall?” Loo said. Wayne Craig, director of development with the city, pointed out others stores in the area are industrial retail, for example, building material and home renovation supply stores, adding that a liquor store is “significantly different.” Joe Erceg, general manager of planning and development, further clarified liquor stores are meant to be in commercial centres, however, that particular area is a “distinct retail area” with limited uses. — Maria Rantanen/ Richmond News

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if an AED and/or CPR is used, that rate increases to “upwards of 75 per cent.” However, according to the charity, AEDs aren’t always readily available or accessible.

If you have a sudden cardiac arrest while waiting for the Canada Line, your chance of survival is now that much greater. Two automatic external defibrillator stations (AEDs) have been set up at Brighouse and Bridgeport Canada Line stations, and they are among the first such stands to be installed in the province by St. John Ambulance BC and Yukon, with funding from the Rotary Club of Richmond. Ken Leggatt, interim CEO of the first aid and safety charity, said the transit stations were chosen given their high traffic and the risk of sudden cardiac arrest. In B.C., up to 6,000 people can die each year from sudden cardiac arrest — and the majority of cardiac arrests happen outside of a

The devices stocked in the Richmond stations are fully automatic, with instructions and audio prompts to help walk people through how to use them, including when to apply a shock to abnormal heart rhythms.

St. John Ambulance BC and Yukon photo hospital setting, he said. “When there’s a sudden cardiac arrest, every minute counts,” Leggatt said. “So, somebody being able to attend to that, through using an AED or CPR, it’s really signiﬁcant in the recovery and the ability to survive.” Outside of a hospital, the survival rate of those who have a sudden cardiac arrest is just ﬁve per cent, but

The stations are also stocked with naloxone and ﬁrst aid kits. To learn more about the campaign, visit startmeupbc.ca —Kirsten Clarke/News Search deﬁbrillators for full story at Richmond-News.com

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Mayfair Court! Well maintain 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, open concept, spacious, affordable condo. Good management company. Located in South Arm area near all level of schools, restaurant, Fresco supermarket, Banks, pharmacy etc. Very convenient location. South Arm community Centre is closed by, Public transportation in front of the complex.

7 - 11020 NO. 1 ROAD Richmond ~ $888,000

SAVALA COURT a small self managed complex minute to Steveston Village. Well-maintained 3 bedrooms, 21/2 Bath, 2 level townhome. Updated kitchen., generous room sizes, master has walk-in closet and full ensuite. A single carport and an open parking. Fully fenced back yard, quiet location in the middle of the complex away from noise. Walking distance to the dyke, elementary school and high schools.

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Broadmoor area big lot wide frontage and deep lot in a central location. House is 70 years old but still livable. Close to 12,000 sq ft lot. ATTENTION BUILDERS: Built your dream home. Few minutes to mall, recreation center, Minoru Park, Library. Five minutes to the train etc. etc.

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5819 Musgrave Crescent Next To Terra Nova Park! A Rare opportunity to own a meticulously cared for home on the edge of Terra Nova Park! This extensively updated property on a quiet street in desirable Terra Nova, features 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths & a den. The many updates include the kitchen, appliances, bathrooms, flooring, plumbing, heating, HVAC, roof and windows. There is nothing to do here but move in! Fabulous west facing views of the park from the private backyard and large covered patio. Catchment area for Spulukwuks & J.N. Burnett Secondary schools.

28 – 6300 London Road 1 Level, 2 Bedroom + Den Townhome 1 Level townhouse at London Landing’s in McKinney Crossing. With a practical layout this well kept 2 bedroom plus den is perfect for young families or those looking to downsize. Tucked away along the dyke in south Richmond, this location offers peace and tranquility to those looking to be close to nature. Just minutes by to Steveston Village and Ironwood Shopping Centre. Comes with 2 parking!

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4 Bedroom, Games Room & Den Beautiful tudor style family home in desirable home Parklane West neighborhood. Updates over the years to this spacious 4 bedroom, media room and den include, kitchen, baths, flooring, windows and cedar shake roof. Character abounds with the cozy sunken family and living rooms, along with the dining room French doors that open on to an outdoor deck. 9’ hedges surround the private slate tile patio. Centrally located with easy access to Richmond Centre, Richmond Olympic Oval and Steveston Village. Located in sought after Steveston London Secondary School catchment. Professionally measured by Draft On Site.

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HELEN PETTIPIECE 604.341.7997

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THE LAGOONS

$448,000

ADORABLE & AFFORDABLE 307-5600 Andrews Road

Great location for this northwest 1 bedroom home in popular ʻLAGOONSʼ. Windows on 2 sides affords beautiful light and there is even a mountain view! Sweet space with lovely white kitchen, laminate ﬂoors, cozy gas ﬁreplace & generous covered deck. Ideal for 1 or 2 & pets welcome.

OSTERLEY PARK

$758,000

THE DAHLIA

$718,000

COOL CONTEMPORARY 116-10780 No. 5 Road

Concrete low-rise that boasts two bedrooms, two baths & two parking. Features lots of windows to showcase the garden & mountain view, gas range, spa-like baths & wide plank style ﬂooring. Open plan with nicely separated bedrooms. Air-conditioned and complex has a badminton court & gym.

OSTERLEY PARK

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$768,000

In this classy ʻADULT ORIENTEDʼ complex in the middle of Richmond with resort-style amenities and wonderful waterways & landscaping features. Spacious 1,600 sq ft home boasts 2.5 baths and rooms that will accommodate housesized furniture. Overlooks water feature & offers immediate occupancy.

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$978,000

SUPERB VALUE 82-8111 Saunders Road

Beautifully appointed 2 level townhome in prestigious OSTERLEY PARK. This spotless & spacious 3 bedroom home boasts engineered hardwood floors, cozy gas fireplace, stainless steel appliances and energy efficient vinyl windows. Sunny west facing patio & amazing amenities – indoor pool & workshop.

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BOYD PARK 4291 Craigflower Drive

Looking for something special, in a great neighborhood. Look no further. Come check out this lovely 3 Bedroom + Playroom / Office, 2 1/2 Baths in desirable BOYD PARK. Recent upgrades include, French Oak wide plank flooring throughout main floor, New Kitchen, featuring, "Anne Sacks" custom tile backsplash, Quartz counters, Jenn-air appliances, integrated Jenn-air Coffee Maker, and Liebherr bar fridge. Open plan Family Room with custom millwork, giving direct access to fully landscaped backyard. New Windows, New Lighting, New Baseboards, New Plantation shutters in Living Room. Newer HW Tank. Central Air Conditioning. Walking distance to Seafair Shopping Centre, West Richmond Recreation Centre, and Hugh Boyd Park.

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GLENACRES VILLAGE - NEW LISTING - 1st AD! $6622,000

DOWNSIZER'S DELIGHT 24-8111 Saunders Road

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3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath town home is nestled in a quiet corner of the complex! Choice location backing onto Walter Lee Elementary School park! Many upgrades here... painting, laminate ﬂooring, hot water tank, both bathrooms and the kitchen. Outdoor pool. Pets and rentals welcome!

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9680 Pendleton Rd 60 x 120 south exposed lot! Solid 2,340 sq ft 2 level $1,728,000 STROLL TO STEVESTON 2-11500 No. 1 Road

From this terriﬁc two-level townhome. Spotless, spacious 3 bed, 2.5 baths minutes from The Village. Kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, quartz counters & glass tiled splash. Beautiful baths – one with oversized shower & the other with claw foot tub. Big private backyard & close to all levels of schools.

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Nicer than new is this recently renovated 2 bedroom, 2 bath townhome that boasts a gorgeous ʻGreat Roomʼ with beautiful kitchen and luxury vinyl plank ﬂoors throughout. Perched on the West Dyke in renowned Mariners Village it affords vast views & grand greenspaces that are impossible to duplicate.

STEVESTON VILLAGE $1,698,000

Just listed! Highly desirable 60’ x 120’ rectangular lot with a private and sunny south exposed backyard in the prestigious ‘Boyd Park’ neighbourhood! Location can’t be better with tennis courts, pitch and putt golf across the street and sought after Hugh Boyd school with I.B program just down the street. Long term owners have kept this home in great shape and features 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and a double car garage. Great property for long term investment with easy basement suite addition. Build your dream home over 3,400 sq ft on this perfect spot close to all amenities!

4651 Britannia Drive 4 bedroom and den Prime Steveston location! $1,799,500 HOME SWEET HOME 4182 Tucker Avenue

Lovingly maintained is this delightful home in upscale Riverdale area. Situated on a 7,000 sq ft lot. it features 3 bedrooms up and a tastefully decorated living space overlooking southern exposed ʻpark-likeʼ yard. Boasts 2 cozy ﬁreplaces, beautiful wainscotting & crown mouldings plus potential for in-laws.

LOCATION, LOCATION 3210 Richmond Street

Is this bright, beautiful & spacious 4 bedroom home nestled in the heart of Steveston Village. Great ﬂoor plan with an abundance of windows & skylights, vaulted ceilings, beautiful kitchen & magniﬁcent Master Suite. Sunny southern exposed yard just minutes from the shops, restaurants & Garry Point.

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

Location doesn’t get much better than this! Spacious 2,730 sq ft 4 bdrm and den within easy walking distance to Village shops, restaurants and strolls along the river walk! Updates include a gorgeous new white kitchen with quartz counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Features newer laminate and tile on the main, 2 gas ﬁreplaces, new fencing and a double car garage. ‘Westwater’ is one of Richmond’s most desirable family neighbourhoods and is located in the sought after Homma Elementary and McMath high school catchments, both French Immersion. Viewing by appointment only, call now to come see your next home!

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Admirals Walk 2 BEDRM Asking $448,800

Spacious 1 Bdrm plus den, now 2 Bdrm with 1-1/2 bath in popular “Admiral’s Walk”. South facing 1stfloor unit with a big balcony, separate entrance to the beautiful & quiet inner courtyard. Lots of storage, 1 parking spot & 1 storage locker, in-suite laundry, new washer, + shared laundry if needed. Recently update laminate floor, kitchen floor, fresh paint & new appliances, new blinds. Well maintained building with the roof (2009), re-piping (2013) & elevator (2017). Amenities: Outdoor Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Clubhouse. Walking distance to the bus stop and Broadmoor Shopping Centre. Age Restriction 16+, No rentals No pet.

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Admirals Walk 2 BEDRM Asking $489,800

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Beautiful 1080 sqft 1 Bdrm plus den, now 2 bdrm with 1-1/2 bath top floor unit in Admirals Walk. Bright and spacious with a glassed-in balcony to add to your living space, the unit has been tastefully updated with newer kitchen soft close cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and laminate floors throughout, extras include an electric fireplace and convenient in-suite laundry. The maintenance fee includes heat and hot water. Quick walk to Broadmoor shopping or transportation, complex beautifully maintained with clubhouse, outdoor pool & open green space. Unit situated very close to the elevator, this is a great unit. RV Parking spots, garden plots. Sorry, no pets no rentals 16+ age.

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Remember when homes were built really well? Well you can stop remembering. This one has it all and it’s move in ready. When you see this custom built home on its huge corner lot, you will see that it is ideal for your growing and active family. Boasting 4/5 bdrms and 5 baths, this home works very well for a large family. Big open ﬂoorplan with a Whistler style Rock and Timber ﬁreplace in the living room and a games room for the pool table. Gorgeous kitchen with granite counters and s/s appliances for the chef. Lots of light in every room. Out front is a cozy covered front porch and a large covered deck off the kitchen, extending the summer living space. Generous sized double garage with high ceilings and storage. And side access for extra RV parking. Call your your agent for a viewing.

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Your home search stops here! Spacious and well kept two level custom home on an enormous park like 66 x 190 sq ft. lot with a separate workshop, storage shed, vegetable garden and parking for many vehicles in a very central location, close to all amenities. Lower level has a large games room, storage room, bathroom with roughed-in plumbing and a laundry room with a separate entrance, it’s perfect for extended families. The main level has a very practical floor plan with an open style kitchen and family room with access to the wrap around deck which lead to the backyard, large living and dining room which has access to the covered balcony off the front of the house and 3 ample sized bedrooms and main bathroom, (master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom). This is a great solid family home with future development potential.

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907 SQFT

UBC at its finest, the residences at Noble Park by Polygon. This never lived in, spacious open floor plan, Park view unit, features 2 spacious bdrms, 2 bath, designer kitchen, premium appliances and A/C . Enjoy the view from this generous size covered deck. Enjoy the convenience of an in building fitness studio, social lounge and a resident manager. Convenient every day living within an environment of academic excellence. Just steps away is the Westbrook Village for all shopping and eating conveniences. Great elementary and secondary schools are just five-ten minutes away. Must see to appreciate!

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Lovely 3 bedroom with room for all your house sized furniture. Private southern garden patio, easy walk to Steveston amenities, pets permitted. Listed $789,000

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Unique 2 bedrooms, 2 baths Penthouse with expansive Roof Top deck with hot tub. In the heart of UBC, easy walk to nature trails AND grocery shopping. Listed $1,298,000

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A quiet retreat at South of Marine via Victoria Drive. 2 bdrms, 2 bath, 1,200 sq.ft. beautiful condo, balcony river VIEWS, 2 parking, pets welcomed, RENTABLE. Listed $889,000

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Life at the BEACH! This Fabulous 4 (could be 5) bedroom home in Centennial Tides is a Must See! Newly renovated bathroom, powder room, spa-like master ensuite with soaker tub, separate shower & double sinks. Kitchen with newer S/S appliances, new flooring through out, custom exterior & interior colours. New roof & gutters in 2015. Bonus oversize double garage with electric car charger & storage rooms. Large, private backyard overlooking designated parkland. Relax and enjoy the sunset views on the all-year around covered patio, soak in the hot tub and do some bird watching in your own backyard! Desirable Boundary Bay neighbourhood with just steps to Centennial Beach/ Park and a short stroll to new Southlands Development! Book your private viewing today!

$699,000 Fabulously well-maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite at Tandem 3! Very functional floorplan with the bedrooms separated by the living space. Laminate floors in living areas & bedrooms, granite counters, tiled backsplash, S/S appliances, large balcony w/ lovely N/W outlook high above the courtyard. Built-in desk nook beside the kitchen. This home has the bonus of 2 parking stalls & one storage locker! Awesome location, only a short walk to Gilmore SkyTrain station and all that Brentwood has to offer. Amenities including hot tub, steam room, sauna, lounge, play area & gym. On street level just outside your front door are great shops, restaurants, Starbucks and more! Rentals allowed min 3-mth term. Pets: 2 allowed. Call for a private viewing!

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SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 6391 LONDON ROAD

The ﬁnal two homes remain at The Roderick in Steveston Village! Both homes offer 2 bed + den and 2 full bathrooms, lovely village views in-suite and unbeatable 360-degree views from their private rooftop decks . 307 is a west-facing D2 plan while 309 is a north-facing F2 plan. Call today, this is your last chance to live in the heart of the Village.

This beautiful non-strata home (no bylaw rules here!) w/ lovely yard can be yours. Enjoy 3 bdrms up, an ofﬁce on the man, a loft AND tons of storage (or a recroom) in the basement. Updates incl new exterior paint (2020) interior paint (2017) new furnace and hot water tank (2020) new carpets and ﬂooring (2019), air conditioning, an expanded kitchen island, and some new appliances (20162017). Backs onto an ALR tree farm, and situated in the highly rated Homma and McMath school catchments.

Priced at $1,799,900 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.218.4800

Priced at $1,349,900 each Sean Lawson 604.240.4837

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OPEN BY APPOINTMENT SAT/SUN 2-4PM #425-23222 GILLEY ROAD

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 $499,900 Fraser Roberts 604.779.5324

S 5220 MERGANSER DRIVE

Lot Size: 7018 sq.ft. Here's the chance to build your dream home in Richmond's sought-after Westwind community! This large lot features a sunny, southernexposed backyard and can accommodate a home up to 3,350 square feet. Currently a stratiﬁed property (duplex), but subdivision and rezoning are underway to create two individual lots with separate legal title. Call for details.

Priced at $1,598,800 Sean Lawson 604.240.4837

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #250-12420 NO. 1 ROAD

This one-bedroom loft-style unit in the heart of Steveston Village has unobstructed southwest views of the river, gulf islands, and the mountains! With just under 1000 square feet of living space, this unit has a DOUBLE GARAGE with attic space and a rooftop deck to enjoy the beautiful sunsets Steveston has to offer. All the amenities of the village are at your doorstep, with endless recreation opportunities to walk, cycle, kayak, or enjoy a stroll with a cup of coffee.

Priced at $799,900 Barb Nimchuk 604.505.9917

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Built by PACIFIC COASTAL HOMES this premium 2,110 sq ft home has 4 bedrooms, 4 FULL baths and a den on the main ﬂoor that can be a 5th bedroom. The master bedroom has vaulted ceilings and a luxurious ensuite bathroom. The kitchen features KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, and more. Double sliding glass doors open out to a private west-exposed backyard with covered patio & gas BBQ connection! Only a short walk from Steveston Village and in an excellent school catchment.

Priced at $1,898,000 Fraser Roberts 604.779.5324

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SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 3340 PLEASANT STREET

Fantastic new family home by Penta Builders Group. This 2,271 sqft home has 4 bedrooms, 4 FULL baths + den. The Master Bedroom has a spa-like ensuite with a sunny balcony. This home has radiant heating, engineered h/w ﬂoors on main, A/C, HRV, security system + a double garage. The Kitchen features KitchenAid s/s appliances, stone counters, island with breakfast bar and a large pantry. Cozy gas f/p in the family room. Dining area opens out to a private south-exposed backyard with covered patio.

Priced at $2,198,800 Dave Van Hoeke 778.388.1965

SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY #208-4211 BAYVIEW STREET

Gorgeous corner suite with ONE LEVEL LIVING in Steveston Village! This rarely available 3 bedroom plus den suite offers an amazing 1415 sq ft of space, with a quiet courtyard outlook in the heart of Steveston. Enjoy granite counters, hardwood ﬂoors, new lighting, the closest parking space you can get. This fab building amenities incl gym and party room. The waterfront, shops and Fishermans Wharf right outside your door and it is in the Byng and McMath school catchments.

Priced at $899,900 Lynn Sakai-Boden 604.274.7326

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303 7591 Moffatt Road $384,900

Brigantine Square! Be sure to get your buyer into this cozy condo. Top floor looking out towards a stand of trees filled with songbirds. Kitchen has been updated with stylish new cabinetry, new counters, white backsplash and stainless steel appliances. Four piece bath has also been updated. Wood burning fireplace in living room. Laundry can be installed, hook-ups are there, but shared laundry is on the same floor along with locker. One parking, one locker, two pets allowed, no size restriction.

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$1,599,000

QUILCHENA UPDATED 2 LEVEL FAMILY HOME

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$1,199,000

AMAZING VALUE WEST RMD 4 BDRM FAMILY HOME

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$1,499,000

EXCELLENT VALUE CUSTOM 6 BDRM, 5.5 BATH HOME

NEW LISTING

$259,000

TOP FLOOR & OPEN VIEWS! NE CORNER 3 BDRM HOME / INVESTMENT

Super well-maintained and nicely renovated 4 bedroom family home in the desirable Quilchena neighbourhood that comes complete with a den, family room and double garage. Features an updated gourmet kitchen with newer cabinets, stainless steel appliances, hardwood ﬂoors, large covered back sundeck, custom paint, extra-large renovated main bathroom, upgraded double pane low-E windows, new front door, new side walkway, security cameras & more! All this on a nice 60x100 SF lot with a sunny west facing backyard and storage shed that’s surrounded by private hedges. Great 2 level home that’s ready to move in and offers ﬂexible options for any growing family. Just steps to Quilchena Elementary & Hugh Boyd Secondary.

Fantastic 4 bedroom DETACHED family home in West Richmond that’s perfect for anyone looking to customize their renovations and put in their own decorating ideas. This great front / back split level home offers 3 bedrooms on the top ﬂoor, 1.5 bathrooms and an additional 1 bedroom on the lower level that has a separate entrance and available plumbing for an additional bathroom. Great functional 1664 SF layout, single carport and easy to maintain aluminium siding. Located in a nice quiet cul-de-sac off Railway & Steveston Hwy with lots of parking in the middle. Super close to Steveston Village and just steps to Westwind Elementary & McMath Secondary Schools. Hurry, wont last long!

Custom-built 6 bedroom family home with an excellent flexible floor plan with space for lots of space for extended family. This basement style 2 level floor plan offers 4 bedrooms with 3 bathroom upstairs and 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with an additional recreation room and living area on the main floor. Only 17 years old and almost 3000 sq ft of living area on a fantastic 40x140 = 5576 SF lots with a south facing back yard. Quiet convenient location just minutes to Costco with easy access to Vancouver & Delta. The house is well maintained and has excellent value in today’s hot market. House requires a some modifications so call for details.

This super bright TOP FLOOR 3 bedroom condo is positioned perfectly on the NE corner of the building and offers picturesque open views from every room, 1040 SF of spacious living, insuite storage, large balcony & 1 full bathroom. Great for personal enjoyment or as an excellent investment that can provide a 6%+ cap rate. Maint fee includes property taxes, heat, hot water, water, sewer & caretaker. Bristol Court offers affordable living in a well-managed leasehold community that was recently re-piped in 2020 with new windows, patio doors, roof, balconies and building envelope within the last 5 years. All this and just steps to Broadmoor Shopping Mall, Richlea Square, buses, South Arm Community Centre / Park, Bridge Elementary & McRoberts Secondary. Fully rentable but sorry no pets.

7451 Thormanby Crescent

11240 Schooner Court

10288 Bird Road

#302-8060 Ryan Road

NEW LISTING

$2,288,000

WATER & MTN VIEWS

RIVER GREEN 3 BDRM + DEN + 3 PARKING

PRESTIGIOUS GRANVILLE AMAZING 5 BDRM FAMILY HOME

This luxurious 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath family home sits on a large north facing 67x115 corner lot located in the prestigious “Granville” neighbourhood surrounded by multi-million dollar homes. Custom built 11 years ago and features hi ceilings in the LR, engineered hardwood ﬂoors, gourmet kitchen w/ island, wok kitchen, granite counters, SS appliances, new fridge, air conditioning, HRV, radiant ﬂoor heat, security system, BI vacuum, triple car garage + side driveway. This super bright 3559 SF home also offers 2 dens, space for in-laws with its own entry, new washer & dryer, skylights, crown mouldings, steam shower, large solarium (not in SF) and storage shed in the sunny backyard. Close to Richmond Centre, buses, schools, Minoru Park & all the amenities of Ctrl Rmd.

This incredible 3 bedroom + large den home on the 10th floor features amazing RIVER and NS mountain views from every room at the prestigious waterfront community at 2 River Green! The home comes with 3 side x side parking spots and offers a large gourmet kitchen with island, wok kitchen, Sub-zero fridge & Miele appliances, quartz counters and upgraded hardwood fl oors thru-out. The totally open 1708 SF layout has air conditioning/central heat, 3.5 deluxe bathrooms, 9’3” ceilings, Beo Living Smart Home app and a huge 35’5 wide balcony and 1 locker. Resort-styled amenities incl 24 hr concierge, private shuttle, 34,000+ SF water gardens, indoor swimming pool, sauna/steam room, fitness center, yoga/dance room, music, study and club rooms. Just steps to the dyke, Oval, T&T and restaurants.

$788,000

SPACIOUS 2 BDRM + DEN CONDO

This totally immaculate and air-conditioned 2 bedroom + den condo offers 930 SF of spacious living and features a large gourmet kitchen with engineered stone countertops, stainless appliances, under cabinet lighting and centre island. The home also includes 2 spa-inspired bathrooms, laminate ﬂoors, 9 foot ceilings, large fully covered balcony and a serene quiet outlook onto the central courtyard. 1 parking spot included. Trafalgar Square is a highly sought-after in the Alexandra Gardens neighbourhood and comes complete with the “Trafalgar Club” which is a 5,000 SF private clubhouse with a host of resort-style amenities. All this in an amazing location within walking distance to restaurants, shops and services or a quick drive to Aberdeen, Yaohan, Lansdowne Mall & Richmond Centre.

#223-9551 Alexandra Road IMPRESS YOUR CLIENTS!

$25/SF

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$718,000

CONCRETE 2+DEN W/OPEN PARK VIEWS

AVALON 2 – Enjoy contemporary living in this amazing concrete 2 bedroom + den w/ totally unobstructed PARK VIEWS overlooking the future soccer field. This bright, east- facing home offers premium Jenn-Air SS appliances, gas cooktop, quartz counters, marble backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows, laminate floors, in-floor heating in master bath, 9’ ceilings, washer/dryer & Nest controlled AIR cooling / heating system. Comes complete a large balcony with overheight ceilings, 1 parking & 1 locker. Enjoy concierge service, fitness ctr, garden courtyard, SkyLounge, SkyBar, guest suites & bike storage. Just steps to Save-on-Foods, Shoppers, TD & Scotiabank, Starbucks, Sushi Mura & a direct bus to Metrotown 1 blk away. Future community ctr & elem school also on its way.

#304-3581 E. Kent Ave North, Vancouver APR 6

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J UPSCALE SHOWROOM/ OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE

Excellent opportunity to lease this totally impressive & unique showroom with ofﬁce spaces between the Airport & West Richmond. Newly renovated with 5697 SF on 2 levels, super high glass vaulted ceilings, wood beams, granite ﬂoors, new commercial carpeting, reception area, kitchen with serving area & 4 bathrooms. 3-4 parking spots can be negotiated + additional spots are available for rent at $75/month. The allinclusive gross lease rate of $11,900 per month includes property taxes, heat, air conditioning, lights & water. Expansive views of the mountains, airport & runways throughout & a must see! Easily accessible from Central Richmond.

4380 Agar Drive

#110-7700 Gilbert Road

D L O S UST

APR 1

#308-8775 Jones Road

WATERFRONT IN STEVESTON

TOTALLY RENOVATED

$2,488,000

LIVE WORK LOFT WITH WATER VIEW

#152-6168 London Road SOUTH AIRPORT TERMINAL

KITS POINT 3 BDRM TOWNHOME

Kits Pointe! Absolutely stunning 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath corner unit townhome! Totally renovated with modern detailing and features an entertainer’s living room that transitions right into a very private 185 SF landscaped deck with a cozy firepit. The new gourmet kitchen has top of the line Miele appliances with a spectacular white marble backdrop. Modern seamless glass then leads you to the 2 generous-sized bdrms with a full bath on the 2nd floor. The entire top floor boasts an exquisite master with a custom built walk-in closet, deluxe master ensuite and a balcony with some western views of the ocean and mtns. This home includes radiant floor heating, Miele washer and dryer, laminated windows with safety film for added security, 2 parking spots & 1 storage locker. Location at its best!

$399,000

D L O S UST

#210-10011 River Drive

MAR 30

D L O S UST

#44-7111 Lynnwood Drive

$25/SF

FOR LEASE 816-11,000+ SF EXECUTIVE OFFICES

Excellent opportunity to lease prime ofﬁce spaces in a central location between the Airport & West Richmond at the South Airport Terminal! Great for professionals looking for ﬂexible spaces ranging from 816 SF, 1021 SF, 1360 SF, 5560 SF and 11,000+ SF at a reasonable rate. Access to a huge executive-style lounge & boardroom at discounted rates are available to all occupants in the building. The all-inclusive GROSS lease rates of $25/ SF include property taxes, heat, air conditioning, lights & water. Easily accessible from Central Richmond.

1470 Arbutus Street, Vancouver

APR 5

$712,000

Amazing waterfront live/work loft at The Pier in desirable Steveston. Great for any home-based business with convenient ground floor access. Bright open plan w/17’ high ceilings, upgraded white shaker cabinets, quartz counters, exposed beams & a combination of hardwood & custom brick flooring makes this a truly unique find. Super spacious 888 SF plus 457 SF of outdoor space with wide folding patio doors allows you to truly enjoy the indoor/outdoor living. Amazing water views from the master bedroom balcony. Other feats incl: Geothermal heating, AC, gas BBQ outlets, custom planters w/storage plus much more. Pet & rental friendly building is in a great location just steps to the Steveston village, shops, restaurants, tunnel & only 20 mins to downtown Van.

#1002-6688 Pearson Way

6988 Donald Road

TOTALLY IMMACULATE

$2,480,000

4360 Agar Drive APR 3

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#201-7228 Adera St, Vancouver MAR 29

D L O S UST 9580 Blundell Road

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$1,798,800

11631 Kestrel Drive Spacious WESTWIND home offering 6 bdrms (1 bdrm on the main) with 3 full baths. Featuring newer roof and windows with a fabulous layout and room to grow. Beautiful landscaping, lots of curb appeal and tons of neighbourhood charm. Private and sunny west facing backyard. Steveston-London school catchment and walking distance to highly regarded Westwind Elementary. Youʼll be proud to call this house your home!

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

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$2,498,000

10700 Hollybank Drive

$799,800

$499,000

$899,800

#9-4388 Moncton Street

Desirable Steveston townhome featuring 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths in the most amazing location, right across from the Steveston Community Centre and Park, in the heart of the Village, steps to the Boardwalk and just a few minutes walk to all amenities. Well maintained with a modern feel, this unit offers an open concept main floor with laminate floors in main area, and newer carpet up. Enjoy the view of greenspace across the street. Kitchen with eating bar, stainless steel appliances, granite counters and lots of storage. Bedrooms are generous with ample closets and new washer/dryer is conveniently upstairs. Tandem garage offers lots of options, with the possibility of making a home office/games room area or another bedroom! Don't miss this opportunity to live the Steveston lifestyle.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

$848,000

#303-5011 Springs Blvd, Tsaw

Welcome to the TSAWWASSEN SPRINGS – the most sought after neighbourhood nestled by a par 70 all-season golf course and surrounded by green spaces. Solid concrete building proudly built by Talisman Homes and Shato Holdings Ltd. This lovely and well cared for 2 bedroom + den home boasts in-suite storage, a bright south facing balcony and $10,000 upgrades of Bosch appliances. It comes with 2 parking spots including one EV charging outlet. Conveniently located near Tsawwassen Mills, restaurants, schools, water park, ferries and with easy access to HWY 99. Zack Zhang 778-881-9926

7-12900 Jack Bell Drive Well maintained towhome in East Richmondʼs Malibu, 2 bdrms/ 2 baths up and ﬂex room off garage (bdrm /home ofﬁce/ games room ) with another 3 piece bath, this unit shows well, make an appointment now.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

#407-12633 No. 2 Road

Views of Mount Baker & farmland from this updated, bright, spacious, open-plan top ﬂoor corner suite. Some updates include engineered hardwood, roller shade blinds, newer appliances, granite counters. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 secure parking & 2 balconies. Insuite storage plus personal storage room right across the hall. 9' ceilings throughout living area and vaulted ceilings in bedrooms. Quick possession available. Well run building. Great location near South Dyke and London Landing . Walk to Steveston Village, transportation and all amenities.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

NEW LISTING

$899,999

$1,198,000

$649,800

Beautiful family home in Steveston North, backing onto McKinney Elementary park, 3620 sq ft of living space over 3 levels with an ELEVATOR! Excellent ﬂoor plan 4 bedrooms, all ensuited, a huge rec room and bonus 3rd ﬂoor perfect for working at home, extra bedroom or media room. Amazing kitchen with big island, high end Italian appliances all opening onto the family room looking out onto the entertainment size patio with accordion doors to bring the outside in. Excellent school catchment, on a quiet street, your next home.

#18-6100 Woodwards Road

STRATFORD GREEN, a well managed, GATED townhome community for adults. Spectacular END UNIT, completely renovated & re-configured with a beam to create open concept living. Everything has been redone: light fixtures, windows, motorized blinds, skylights, travertine tile on main floor, new carpet in living room & upstairs. Maple kitchen cabinets, huge island, granite sink & backlit granite counters, high end appliances incl wine cooler. Spacious primary bdrm has 2 walkin closets & spa-like ensuite w/heated floors, curbless glass shower, heated towel racks. Main bath & powder room completely redone as well. House-sized southwest yard with gas line for BBQ, auto watering, gardeners delight! Double garage with painted floor & ceiling storage, extra parking pad outside the garage.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828

#312-6660 Buswell Street Want to walk to everything central Richmond has to offer? Check out this larger, 2 bdrm, 2 full bath unit located in the Core of Richmond. Excellent location in the complex. Original condition but well maintained, ready for your decorating ideas. Secure parking, free shared laundry. Maintenance includes heat, h/w and caretaker.

Patti Martin 604-273-2828 & Zack Zhang 778-881-9926

LD O S

$3,278,000

10395 Whistler Place

SPECTACULAR almost 4000 square-foot resort style dream home on 9445 sq ft lot. Quality craftsmanship throughout with 4 bedrooms + ofﬁce & 4.5 baths. Enjoy beautiful sunsets on the covered balcony off Master Bedroom & a relaxing spa with steam shower & body spray massage. Gourmet kitchen with Miele appliances, 6-burner stove, steam oven, 72 inch fridge & a huge wok kitchen. Entertain guests in the dream backyard with 17 foot Swim Spa Pool, hot tub, built-in BBQ, gas ﬁre pit & watch movies on the 100 inch projection screen in Media Room. Your outdoor & indoor space becomes one when you slide open the 7-panel folding patio doors. Bonus: fully detached multipurpose Coach House at back. Wow! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac & family-oriented neighbourhood. Steveston London & Maple Lane catchment. Must See!

Andrea Chu 604-338-6600

$2,498,800

LD O S

$1,088,000

#302-4289 Hastings St, Burnaby

Like new. No GST! Welcome to Modena in the heart of Burnaby Heights; one of the best neighbourhoods in Burnaby! This stunning 2 bedroom, 2 bath + Den (perfect for an ofﬁce) is on the quiet side of the building. Featuring a large, private patio complete with a gas hookup & northern views from this spacious, bright & perfectly laid out home. Enjoy your gourmet style kitchen with full-size s/s appliances, gas cook-top, built in microwave, quartz counter-tops which opens up to your living & dining area; perfect for entertaining. The master bedroom features walk through closets & 5 pcs ensuite with heated ﬂoors. Unit also features a heating/cooling system for comfort all year round. An amazing common roof top patio with stunning views & an outdoor kitchen with gas BBQ. 1 secure parking & 1 storage locker. Balance of 2/5/10 Warranty.

4520 Coventry Drive

#40-12331 Phoenix Drive

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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.

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awardTownline Homes. Centrally located at St. Albans in the heart of Richmond. 15th-Floor, unobstructed beautiful northeast mountain and city view. Elegance & comfort, spacious & bright 942 sq.ft. corner unit. 2 Bedrooms plus ﬂex room. Brand new paint, ﬂooring and AC. Shows like new. Great facilities: gym, party room with open kitchen & snooker table, rooftop garden & playground, plus fullservice concierge. Pets & rental friendly. No smoking building.

OVAL VILLAGE PENTHOUSE W/ ROOFTOP GARDEN NEW PRICE $1,798,000

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. 105 sq.ft. SW facing balcony. Tasteful décor. Hi-end workmanship. Floor to ceiling windows. North West and South facing. Unobstructed mountain and river view. 4 secured parking stalls and one storage locker. Club house facilities. Excellent location at the Centre of Richmond. Walking distance to shopping, supermarket, restaurants and Canada Line.

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BUILDING RIGHT AWAY DRASTICALLY REDUCED

9471 BECKWITH ROAD

4220 COVENTRY DRIVE

2,526 sqʼ West Coast style family home. Quiet inside street in family-oriented neighborhood. High vaulted ceiling in living room. 4 bedrooms (3 up + 1 on main). 3 full baths. Open den up overlooking onto living room. 2 gas fireplaces. Kitchen has eating area. Extensively updated with paint, flooring, countertops, lighting & plumbing fixtures. Hot water heating. South facing 60ʼ x 117ʼ lot.

85.69ʼ x 253ʼ lot 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.

83 SOUTH DYKE RD, NEW WEST

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.

206-5733 ALBERT ST, VANCOUVER

Coco Oakridge located @ corner of Alberta & W 41st. Steps from Oakridge and Skytrain. 580 sq' 1 bed, 1 bath plus den, Bonus is enclosable glass 160 SF +/- balcony. Modern architecture w/AC, brand name appliances & W/D.

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On March 17th, we sadly lost Diane Hovi, 78, of Richmond, BC. Diane was born on August 5th, 1942 in Vancouver to William and Mildred Francis. Predeceased by her parents, brother Bill, and two sisters, Ruth Chiciak and Lois Smith. Survived by her youngest sister, Lynn Jones. She also leaves behind a loving husband, Jim Hovi, and two daughters, Debbie (husband Paul Langtry, daughter Talia and son Troy), and Denise (husband Jarrod Osborne, daughter Shaelyn and son Ryder).

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COMMUNITY Neil passed away on April 1, 2021, going peacefully Home to his Father’s House following a severe cerebral hemorrhage. He was 65. Neil will be missed and lovingly remembered by his wife of almost 40 years, Stephanie; his brothers, Alan, Kevin, and Keith Freiter, and their families; Stephanie’s father, James Yates; and her siblings, Matthew Yates and Louise Yates−Rock, and their families; and many dear friends and cousins. He is predeceased by his parents, Ian and Pat Freiter; and his second mother, Lauretta Yates. Neil grew up in Niagara Falls and Oakville, Ontario, and then attended the University of Waterloo, where he met his beloved wife, Stephanie. After completing their studies, Neil and Stephanie moved to Montreal. They came west a few years later, settling in Richmond, where they have lived for more than 30 years. Neil’s memorial service will be on Saturday, April 17 at 1:00 pm PDT. The service will be live−streamed at http://www.livememorialservices.com/Home/Servi ceDetail/12182 There will be an online obituary on the Richmond Funeral Home website www.richmondfuneral.ca. This site also provides an opportunity to leave condolence messages for the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Heart Centre at St. Paul’s Hospital, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or another charitable organization that you think would make Neil glad.

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