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n Bangra-Celtic fusion band Delhi 2 Dublin was one of the acts to wow the estimated 35,000-strong crowd at Minoru Park on Saturday for the second annual Richmond World Festival, which was headlined by YouTube sensation Walk Off The Earth. More photos on page 26. Photo by Gord Goble

No room for the refugees Richmond welcomed only four Syrians out of 2,000 across B.C. Graeme Wood

ing,” said Friesen. By comparison, Burnaby, with only a slightly higher population than Richmond, has 118 refugees from the war-torn country. Vancouver has 114 such refugees and leading the way is Surrey, with 800. Meanwhile, Richmond is on par with Naramata (pop. 2,000). Friesen said ISS of B.C. initially set up a temporary reception site in Richmond last year, and had a full team scouting locations for the Syrians. However, they couldn’t find accommodations. “Many would have liked to remain in Richmond, but financially they had no choice,” he said.

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f the 1,938 governmentassisted Syrian refugees who made their way to B.C. since last November, only four have established roots in Richmond, the province’s fourth largest city. “The number one reason is housing,” said Chris Friesen, settlement services director at the Immigrant Services Society of B.C. “Although there had been keen interest from refugees in settling in Richmond, our housing search team found it difficult to find affordable, low-cost hous-

The most recent reported rental vacancy rate in Richmond, according to the Metro Vancouver regional government, is 0.3 per cent. Friesen’s organization said refugees were also placed with the help of volunteer landlords and home owners. He said there were an estimated 700 offers of housing in B.C., mostly in the Lower Mainland. He said he didn’t have specific numbers for Richmond. Friesen noted many of the offers were for single refugees and, thus, most were refused because the Canadian government targeted families. ISS of B.C. only handles

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Protesting against poverty GRAEMEWOOD

The rate changes came into effect last Thursday, following the government’s anStaff Reporter nouncement in June. GWOOD@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM The Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation scrapped an annual $45 nti-poverty advocates and members of PWP bus pass and instead is now givthe Richmond Centre for Disability say a ing people with disabilities a monthly $52 decision by the B.C. government to scrap an transportation subsidy, in addition to a $25 annual, subsidized bus pass for people with increase to the monthly disability assistance disabilities means an otherwise important rate (previously set at $906). increase to disability assistance rates will The Ministry stated the have little to no effect for changes provided more society’s most vulnerable. flexibility and were more “We want to emphasize equitable, considering that the Persons with Disabout half of the people abilities (PWD) rate has receiving disability assisHiking the bus pass fee not increased in a long tance (a reported 45,000 time, and many PWDs are will force them to choose people) do not receive any facing continual increased transportation support at between paying for food, pressure of making ends all. meet, even for basic daily paying for rent or having Therefore, assistance necessities,” said RCD recipients will have the access to transit. executive director Ella choice of receiving the Huang, via email. – De Whalen transportation subsidy for Huang’s non-profit their monthly bus pass, group joined Richmond’s or have that $52 given to Poverty Response Comthem in cash, boosting mittee on Thursday aftertheir monthly assistance noon to protest outside from $931 to $983. the office of Richmond Centre MLA Teresa Huang said a bigger rate increase was Wat. needed. As it stands now, those in need of a “People with disabilities already deal with bus pass may forgo it and use the extra $52 significant challenges and are disproporfor food, shelter and clothing. tionately represented in people experiencing “This will increase their isolation and the effects of poverty,” said De Whalen, the minimize their community participation, committee’s chair. which is integral to their overall well-being, “Hiking the bus pass fee will force them mental health and connection to society,” to choose between paying for food, paying said Huang. their rent or having access to transit. Imple“We do not support a change that would menting this cost increase is both cruel and create a situation subjecting PWDs to such a antithetical to good governance.” dilemma where they have to choose among

n Richmond Centre for Disability members and local anti-poverty advocates protested last Thursday outside Richmond Centre MLA Teresa Wat’s office. Photo submitted

two equally important issues in life.” The news is even worse, said Whalen, for those who could not use public transit and required the now scrapped annual Special Transportation Subsidy, which cost $66 for the year. “Their (overall) increase is merely $11 a month,” said Whalen, of what she describes as a “clawback.” Whalen noted it has been almost a decade since the government has increased income assistance and disability rates. Whalen called on the government to bring back the $45 annual bus pass for people with disabilities and transfer the $52 monthly

credit to the assistance rate for everyone. Additionally, the government should raise the rates to reflect the existing costs of living. Furthermore, disability assistance rates should be indexed to inflation, she added. A Change.org petition, started by Inclusion BC, stated the assistance rate has increased by $120 since 2001. The non-profit advocacy group for the disabled wants that rate to be set at $1,200. Over 15,000 people have signed the petition. Those on assistance are allowed to earn $9,600 in annual income (the Annual Earnings Exemption) before the government deducts their rate, dollar for dollar.

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n Staff members at the Richmond Centre for Disability (RCD) are excited about the Paralympics in Rio, which start today (Wednesday). Two members of Team Canada’s seated volleyball team made a special appearance at RCD’s seated volleyball open house back in the spring. Photo by Alan Campbell/Richmond News

hile the Paralympics are barely registering on the radar, compared to their Olympics big brother, one group of people in Richmond has a special reason to keep an eye on Rio for the next 11 days. The folks at the Richmond Centre for Disability (RCD) have a multitude of special connections to the Games, which began today (Wednesday). As well as living, and thriving, with the same disabilities as many of the Paralympians on show in Brazil, RCD members — who took part in the organization’s sitting volleyball program in the spring — played the adapted sport

with two Team Canada stars. And everyone at RCD will be glued to their TVs and computers when Tessa Popoff and Felicia Voss-Shafiq take to the seated volleyball court this week. “Both athletes came out at the same time to spend time at our sitting volleyball open house, both of them train at the Oval,” said Dave Thomson, RCD’s community outreach coordinator. “They were great with the members; we’ve built a connection with them and will be cheering them on for sure. “We’re going to put up a tracker in here of Canada’s progress and live-stream the Games on one of the computers.” Thomson said RCD members, staff and volunteers, for obvious reasons, find it easier to relate to the Paralym-

pics. “It’s amazing for us to see the adaptations that are made to the sports,” he said. “Who knows, there could easily be people around RCD that get inspired; look at Richmond’s table tennis Paralympian, Stephanie Chan. She’s in her 50s and only started playing at 44, I think.” To generate more interest in the Paralympics in Rio and show the city’s support for the likes of Popoff, Voss-Shafiq and Chan, RCD hosted a tent at the Richmond World Festival on Saturday, gathering well-wishing photos and messages for the Paralympians. RCD is planning to post the photos and messages to the athletes through Team Canada’s Facebook page.

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nother piece of the Lower Mainland’s transit puzzle was put in place Monday in Richmond, as buses started moving in and out of the brand new, $136 million Hamilton Transit Centre near Queensborough. On Friday, Steveston-Richmond East MP Joe Peschisolido was on hand to ceremoniously open the new bus depot, which should bring hundreds of jobs to Richmond. The centre was mostly paid for by federal gas tax revenue — $85 million to be exact, with TransLink providing the remaining $51 million. It will see up to 300 regular buses, 80 community shuttles and 150 compressed natural gas buses serviced and/or parked at one time. Peschisolido said the centre is important for the region to grow while supporting greenhouse gas emission reduction targets, by way of improved public transit. Acting mayor Coun. Harold Steves was on hand to open the centre, hailing it and TransLink. “To support this goal, our visionary and highly-successful City Centre Area Plan was developed around the concept of transit-oriented development. This system is aimed at taking full advantage of the Canada Line . . . to take more people out of cars,” said Steves. City council approved the centre in exchange for “considerable” community benefits, said Steves, including $1.77 million for the nearby Cranberry daycare facility. The bus depot has resulted in some con-

cerns from Steveston residents, particularly on Fourth Avenue, who will now see more bus traffic, as routes for the 410 and 430 buses have been amended to station the vehicles in Hamilton. “While more buses will be travelling on Fourth Avenue, local residents can expect many of those buses to be the CNG (compressed natural gas) variety, which are quieter and have fewer emissions. We encourage residents to keep us apprised of the service changes through our many feedback options,” stated TransLink spokesperson Cheryl Ziola, via email to the Richmond News. TransLink CEO Kevin Desmond said minimizing the impact on residential streets is “very important for us, but we need to strike that balance.” Notably, any bus that heads west on Westminster Highway, from the centre, must be in service. Desmond said the centre will provide extra capacity for the bus system, allowing TransLink to leverage more federal and provincial money for the transit system. This year’s federal budget earmarked $370 million for “Phase One” Lower Mainland transit projects over the next three years (largely for planning a Broadway subway line and a light-rail line in Surrey). Desmond said the Canada Line will get new trains at some point after late 2018. “We’re moving as quickly as we can toward the procurement of those rail cars,” he said. Plans also include increased bus service and road and cycling lane improvements. Phase Two, if funded, is expected to see

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n Steveston-Richmond East MP Joe Peschisolido opened the new Hamilton Transit Centre on Friday. Photo by Graeme Wood/Richmond News

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his government is committed to creating a “sustainable transportation system for the region.” City spokesperson Ted Townsend told the Richmond News procuring funding for the $25 million Capstan Way Canada Line station through development fees is about 40 per cent complete. The station’s timeline is dependent on development permits being issued and Townsend said there appears to be no sign of slowing down after the city saw a record level of construction in 2015.

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On March 1, the City of Richmond asked the BC Government for information on the cost of the original plan to add a two lane tube and public transit to the tunnel. The NDP announced such a plan back in 1975 and Social Credit Premier Bill Vander Zalm provided details of the plan in 1989 with a $1 billion commitment to rapid transit. The Transit plan included LRT to Richmond with spurs to Steveston and Ladner. A SuperBus was to run from Richmond to White Rock with a tube added to the tunnel. In 2004, Premier Gordon Campbell upgraded the tunnel seismically at a cost of $22 million. In 2006 Highways Minister Kevin Falcon said the tunnel was good for another 50 years and announced that a two lane tube would be added. The BC Gateway Council, which was advising the Provincial Government, said the cost would be $500 million. In 2008 Falcon spent $4.7 million upgrading the highway from Richmond to White Rock for RapidBus. On May 12, Richmond received this amazing response from the Province to Richmond’s Freedom of Information request. “As there was no plan to add another tunnel to the George Massey Tunnel, no records were located.” As the Port claims they no longer want to dredge the river and $27 million has already been spent upgrading the tunnel and preparing for RapidBus it is not too late to investigate the non-existent plan to expand the tunnel and save BC taxpayers $3 billion.

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dropped 50 per cent in Richmond, Vancouver and Burnaby compared to the average number of sales in August between 2010 and 2014. He left August 2015 out of his calculation because it was an abnormally hot month. RBC senior economist Robert Hogue said a number of data sources confirmed a sharp drop-off for the first half of August, but it will take months to see whether the initial blow will be sustained. He said the market had already begun to cool after an all-time high in February for a number of reasons, including a lack of affordable homes that was hurting

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he City of Richmond announced last week the completion of a new, one-of-a-kind art project in the City Centre area. St. Alban Anglican Church’s Peace Labyrinth Mural, by artist Joey Mallet, is the first outdoor mural commissioned through the city’s Public Art Program, which contributed $10,000. Mallet said the mural will liven up an otherwise dull outdoor space for church goers and people who use the church’s many programs. “I was inspired to reproduce the seraph (a celestial being) with nine eyes for vision, in each wing, copied from one of Chartres Cathedral’s stained glass windows, said Mallet, in a news release from the city. The Chartres Cathedral is a medieval Catholic cathedral located in Chartres, France, about 80 kilometres southwest of Paris. “I created his companion playing music to bookend the rose window, which contains the central message, ‘You Are Here,’ with

its circle reflecting the labyrinth below,”`she added. “The shape of the entire mural is intentionally solid, bold and grounded, to hold the space. Enter. Reflect. Peace. I hope this mural brings attention to the labyrinth and will invite people to walk it.” The mural, located at the corner of St. Alban’s and Bennett roads is situated next to the church’s small peace labyrinth, which is used as a gathering place by church members and passersby as a “contemplative” public space. Fewer people may be expected to take in the mural with the recent closure of the church’s drop-in centre for homeless and low-income Richmond residents. St.Alban’s had previously opened its doors daily to provide services such as computer access, connections to social services and meals, however, volunteers, church leaders and workers said they became overburdened as a result of underfunding. The drop-in centre is expected to be relocated elsewhere in City Centre, but there is no set timeline, to date, according to Turning Point Recovery Society, which was given a new provincial grant to manage it.

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I am deeply concerned about the overhead transmission lines. What are the health risks? How would it affect the viewscape?” These are a couple of questions asked by Coun. Carol Day regarding BC Hydro`s plan to reroute power lines from a decommissioned Massey Tunnel by erecting three transmission towers: two on the west side of Deas Island Regional Park, near the south and north shores, and one on the Richmond side of the Fraser River. Transmission lines would hang between them. The third tower is not depicted in the promotional information, perhaps so it won’t be noticed until it rises higher than a 37-storey building. Day has good reason to be worried. There was a drawn-out furor in Tsawwassen about electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from highvoltage overhead lines, with possible links to health problems like leukemia. And if towers start dangling high-voltage lines over the park, there won’t be much left of viewscapes and viewers. As a recent Metro Vancouver report puts it, “The proposed bridge and the associated BC Hydro transmission relocation project will . . . create permanent noise, debris and visual impacts.” The City of Richmond has quite rightly argued that the towers are the worst option for a transmission route. But despite “consultation” with Richmond and Metro Vancouver representatives, as well as a few citizens, BC Hydro is sticking with its initial bad idea. And it`s not like there aren`t options. An engineer who took part in the public consultation tells me it’s safe and easy enough to lay transmission cable “within a box girder

BC Hydro’s rendering of two future transmission towers, 75 and 120 metres tall, carrying high-voltage power lines over Deas Island Regional Park and then over the Fraser River to another 120-metre tower (not shown) in Richmond. The view is from the Ladner side of the Deas Slough, facing northeast toward a rendered Massey bridge. — Artist rendering submitted.

on, under or above the bridge deck.” For Hydro, though, it’s probably cheaper to quickly build separately — with no careful cooperating — before people catch on. Moreover, if it’s money BC Hydro wants to save, it should scrap the Site C damn. Better yet, get Port Metro Vancouver to not dredge the ship channel four metres deeper and run a transmission cable under the riverbed. That might even save $3.5 billion, the stated cost of a bridge. What we urgently need now is a federal environmental assessment, preferably by review panel, to assess the overall impact of the Massey project, including Hydro and

Port Metro aspects. It would have teeth, unlike the feeble B.C. assessment that ignores such aspects. Our best chance is to support the powers who care. We need to involve Metro Vancouver and at least one Member of Parliament who has the prime minister’s respect and a belief in action to save the Fraser. Richmond’s mayor, Malcolm Brodie, and councillor Harold Steves are Metro Vancouver leaders, while MP Joe Peschisolido could have influence in Ottawa.They will be key to getting the federal review started. Jim Wright is a long-time community activist.

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Dear Editor, I’m writing about my experience at a particular bank, but it probably applies to most. If you have business there, you had best pack a lunch. Lineups of 12 or more people are common, and with the closure of the “business teller,” waits of 30 minutes (or more), have become the norm, as the three or (sometime) four tellers try to cope! The reason? The recent financial report of this particular bank itself has a quarterly profit of $1.2 billion, an increase of four per cent over last year. It seems that service to patrons has become

Dear Editor, Re: “Richmond — in pictures,” News, Aug. 26. Thanks to Bill McNulty for his latest book on Richmond’s history. I was interested to know there will be a section on JapaneseCanadian pioneers who were so instrumental in the inauguration and expansion of Steveston’s impressive fishing industry, along with other early pioneers and

irrelevent, and profit is the only factor in their operation. The excuse they provide is that patrons are changing their banking habits — yeah, try telling that to the people waiting in the lineup for an interminable time. And to think, this bank was repeatedly voted, in the past, as one of Richmond’s best. How times have changed as sheer greed overcomes service to customers. Terrence Murphy Richmond

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May God guide the Massey crossing From May to September, Richmond is home to dozens of major festivals, special events, sport, cultural and community events. Here’s some of the events you’ll see this month. Visit www.richmonddaysofsummer.ca for more event listings and follow @FunRichmond on Twitter for up-to-the minute news on Richmond’s summertime fun.

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Dear Editor, What insanity. Not only is the provincial government going to remove the George Massey Tunnel so they can dredge the Lower Fraser River deeper to industrialize it, but they are removing the high voltage transmission lines that are presently going under the river in the George Massey Tunnel, and are going to build them overhead, right alongside the new high level bridge, at great additional cost and environmental tragedy.

It is obvious they don’t give a damn about bird kill or harm to the people next to or underneath them. Nor the fact they are building right in the middle of what is considered by the rest of the world as the last remaining “Wetland of International Significance,” and ecological importance for migratory birds and fish species and diverse habitats that support a multitude of species. Must we destroy everything that supports the very lifeline of every

living thing, before we realize our mistakes? Keep the George Massey Tunnel, build a crossing that saves the ecology and provides for the movement of people not just for more motor vehicles and the industrialization of the Lower Fraser River. May God guide those to do what is right to save our very existence. Douglas George Massey Delta

Sticky situation for Vast majority support English at stratas outdoor pianos Dear Editor, “Pianos on the street” is a very successful program in Richmond and other communities. Everyday, I saw children play with the piano at the front door of the Brighouse Library. It becomes an enlightenment of music for our future generation. However, there is no one to lock the piano up and cover it the with the plastic sheet before the rain came. So, a few weeks ago, the piano was soaked with rain, and, as a result, a few of the keys were stuck and made no sound. Nobody has come to fit it. And today, after yesterday’s rain, there are now more keys stuck together. What a pity! I suggest that next year the organizer of this program have someone to care for the piano, especially to lock it up and cover it before the rain comes. Regardless, this program is a wonderful contribution to the community! Y K Wong Richmond

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All comments received during this comment period in relation to the Application will be considered. The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects – environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from the proposed Project are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process. EAO also accepts public comments through the following ways: • By Online Form at: www.eao.gov.bc.ca/pcp/index.html • By Mail: Michael Shepard Project Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, B.C. V8W 9V1 • By Fax: Fax: 250 387-0230 An electronic copy of the Application and information regarding the environmental assessment process are available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca Copies of the Application will also be available for viewing at: • All Municipal Libraries in the City of Richmond • All Municipal Libraries in the Corporation of Delta • Ministry’s Project Office, 2030-11662 Steveston Highway (Ironwood Plaza), Richmond For more information about the proposed Project, visit: www.masseytunnel.ca

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Retired minister is 'super' walker

Alan Reynolds one of hundreds taking part in Parkinson's event at Minoru ALANCAMPBELL Staff Reporter

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few years ago, when Alan Reynolds went to see his neurologist, he had no idea he was about to be diagnosed with a life-altering disease. Instead of discussing nerve issues, Reynolds, 86, discovered he, in fact, had the early onset of Parkinson’s disease. Three and half years later, the retired United Church of Canada minister is still living with the incurable illness, which has, predictably, progressed to dominate his daily routine. “(The diagnosis) came out of the blue; my neurologist noticed I wasn’t swinging my arms properly,” said Reynolds. “(The disease) is marching on, but slowly. At my age, the doctors think they can control it. “It’s a funny thing, it comes out of nowhere; one day I’m fine and the next day, rotten. I get staggery and also have bladder issues.” Parkinson’s, however, doesn’t stop the soft-spoken Reynolds, who lives in Steveston with his care-giver wife, Brenda, and gets out for long walks at least two or three times a week. So he’ll be in good shape for this Saturday’s SuperWalk at the running track at Minoru Park, where hundreds of people living with or connected to Parkinson’s will converge to walk, spin their wheelchairs or push their walkers in order to raise awareness of the disease and funds to help search for a cure. “I’m pretty good that way,” said Reynolds. “I get out for frequent walks, so I’m looking forward to this one.” Reynolds’ general condition, he says, has also been boosted by his participation in the Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery program at Steveston Community Centre three times a week. “It is helping so much,” he said. “When I was diagnosed, the emphasis was all on the medication; but together with the (wellness program), it’s making a big difference.” The wellness program is following the recent trend of emphasizing exercise in the treatment of Parkinson’s. This past winter and spring, a disease-specific program was held at Minoru Seniors’ Centre and Steveston Community Centre. The classes were, by all accounts, enthusiastically received by people with Parkinson’s and will be expanded next fall. Registration for SuperWalk on Saturday, Sept. 10 at

n Alan Reynolds received a bolt from the blue three years ago when he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. He’s now learning to live with the condition and will be one of hundreds taking part in the SuperWalk this Saturday at Minoru Track to raise awareness and funds for the people searching for a cure. Photo by Alan Campbell/Richmond News

Minoru Track will begin at 1 p.m., followed by a short opening ceremony at 1:30 p.m. A warm-up stretch with fitness instructors will precede the walk itself, set to begin at 1:45 p.m. and last for about 30 minutes. Organizers say members of the public are welcome to come out to take part, cheer on other walkers and help raise some funds. Light refreshments will be available. For more information, go online to Parkinson.bc.ca The SuperWalk is the most important national awareness and fundraising event for the Parkinson’s com-

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read Little Black Lies, by Sharon Bolton, in a day. I got home from work and sat down on the sofa with a cup of tea and this book to kill some time before dinner. When I finally looked up and away from the pages, the sun was rising. Every sentence was perfect. In such a small community such as the Falkland Islands, and surrounded by a dangerous landscape, when a child goes missing, everyone assumes it can only mean a terrible tragedy. But then another child goes missing, and then another. Suddenly, an accidental death doesn’t seem so likely. The entire town slowly descends into hysteria and everyone wants to help or find someone to blame. Even Catrin Quinn, the island recluse, ends up involved in the searches. Catrin and Rachel have been best friends since childhood. Wherever one would go, the other would follow. They were more like sisters than friends. Until the day Rachel killed both of Catrin’s sons in a horrible and terrible accident. Now, Catrin bears only a passing resemblance to her old vivacious and compassionate self. All she feels nowadays is hate, anger and a terrible hunger for revenge. Living in the small and remote community, Catrin can never escape seeing her former best friend. She sees her in the local diner, laughing and holding her younger son. She sees Rachel’s other two sons playing in their backyard, alone and vulnerable. To say that this book is a page turner is an understatement. Bolton is a master of suspense. There was never a good stopping point in this book, and it just kept getting better and better. If you like mysteries and suspense, this is the book for you. Ariana Galeano is a librarian with the Richmond Public Library

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hen a new collection of clothing debuts on the catwalk during New York Fashion Week (NYFW), it only has a brief few moments to wow the audience. But Richmond’s Esther Ashiru knows that even just a glimpse at her work might just open some doors for her burgeoning career after being named as the only Canadian student from The Art Institute’s network of schools across North America to be featured in the Big Apple this week. Ashiru, 22, who graduated from the Art Institute’s Vancouver campus in May, said that while she will be nervous when n Esther Ashiru models don her line of “red carpet” wear today (Sept. 8), she will also be very proud of her accomplishment. “Number one, I am going to feel very proud of myself because I never thought I’d be part of it,” she told the News. “When I started at the school, I wasn’t all that great, to be honest. But when I saw other students progressing, I told myself I had to step forward and improve.” She worked harder, ensured all of her assignments were completed on time and arrived early to class each day. “I also started to ask questions. I never

used to do that. I was too shy,” said Ashiru, who is originally from Nigeria, grew up and graduated from high school in Dublin, Ireland where her father got a job as a psychiatric nurse, and has called Richmond home since 2012. “But I knew if I continued to do that, I wouldn’t get anywhere. “I needed to show that I really wanted to learn.” Her teachers noticed. “When Esther first started the Fashion Design program at the Art Institute of Vancouver, I was worried about her until about half way through the program, when we started focusing on creating evening wear,” said Shainin Hudda, the program’s lead instructor, in an email to the News. “This was a turning point for her. All of a sudden the foundation skills she had learned in the program suddenly made sense and she used them to make her ideas on paper come to life on a human form. “She truly has found her forte through a willingness to learn, hard work and a nevergive-up attitude. I am so proud of her accomplishment of being selected to show her collection at New York Fashion Week. Ashiru’s interest in fashion also grew from self-taught talents in hand-sewing and dressmaking when she was a child. “I was making little dresses, essentially dolls clothes from scrap fabrics, when I was about nine or 10,” she said. “I also made skirts for myself for school because what they had for a uniform, I didn’t want to buy.” Armed with those talents, Ashiru explored a number of post-secondary school options, including makeup and hair design. Neither

n Three illustrations show part of the collection Richmond`s Esther Ashiru is showing during New York Fashion Week. Photos submitted

fully tapped into her drive to be creative, so she enrolled at The Art Institute in Vancouver. It was then she discovered her true calling. “Fashion school was it,” she said. “I knew that is what I wanted to do. I was really excited to create something. I knew that this was my future.” Ashiru also knew that being part of what is considered the Super Bowl of fashion at the NYFW was a lofty dream. So, when she was told that her name was among four students selected to be part of a group being considered to represent the school in New York, she could hardly believe it. “When I saw the other names of the students, I thought, I don’t know, they might all be better than me,” she said. But those misgivings all melted away when it was announced this summer she was

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n Sept. 8 - 10

Gateway Theatre (6500 Gilbert Road) presents Boeing Boeing Sept. 8-10 in Cantonese with English and Traditional Chinese surtitles.

n Sept. 9

China’s newest composing prodigy and winner of the first season of “Sing My Song,” Henry Huo will be at the River Rock Show Theatre (8811 River Road) on Sept. 9. Known for his crystal clear healing voice and vocal

technique, Huo inherited his musical talent from both parents who are also famous singers. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.

n Sept. 10

Many know Amy Wu as a famous Hong Kong Film and stage artist, but she is also a famous opera singer who will be performing Sept. 10 at the River Rick Show Theatre. Wu received the “Women of Distinction Award “ issued by The Hong Kong Women Development Association Limited. Since 1990, her CD and audio visual products in

Hong Kong has accumulated sales over 10 platinum. For tickets, call 604-617-8799.

n Sept. 11

The Charm of Poetry on Sept. 11 at the River Rock Casino Resort is Vancouver’s first performing arts show in which Chinese poetry is the main theme. The show features many classic and modern poetry related to Mid-Autumn and the moon. Through the use of music, dance and other forms of art, the show strives to portray the poem’s theme as well as bringing astounding visuals to

the audience. Tickets on sale at Ticketmaster. A Very Frozen Musical is a tribute show at Gateway Theatre featuring a threecharacter cast of the Ice Queen, the Ice Princess, and their lovable friend. Join them in the retelling of this classic story as you sing-a-long with them to all your favourite songs. Kids will get a chance to interact with the princesses during the show. After the show, every child VIP ticket will meet with the princess for a photo opportunity and meet and greet. This show is based on the classic fairy tale The

Public Information Session Townline is cordially inviting you and seeks your feedback. Earlier this year, Council approved the Townline Gardens Inc. Development Permit Application (DP-15-708397) for the final phase of ‘The Gardens’ Master Planned Community – former ‘Fantasy Gardens’, located on the corner of No. 5 Road and Steveston Highway. Due to the potential impact of the proposed Massey Bridge and Highway 99 improvements, Townline Gardens Inc. has submitted a new Development Permit Application (DP-741981) to the City of Richmond, which further improves the overall design in line with the vision of ‘The Gardens’ Master Planned Community. ‘The Gardens’ Master Planned Community is located on the corner of Steveston Hwy and No. 5 Road. Townline is cordially inviting you to a public information session to present the proposed design and seeks your feedback. Where: South Arm Community Centre 8880 Williams Rd, Richmond When: September 13, 2016 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

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n Sept. 12

At the Stars and Full Moons and Lantern Making event at the City Centre Community Centre (5900 Minoru Boulevard) create a willow woven star or moon or a unique lantern made from local green waste, salvaged and recycled materials to be used in the procession on the night of the Harvest Full Moon Celebration. This free, drop-in event runs from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. and is open to all ages.

n Sept. 13

With six million downloads in 2004 for the first single, Mice Love Rice, the Yang Chen Gang brings its musical stylings to the River Rock Show Theatre on Sept. 13. The song was not only translated and sung in more than 10 different languages, it has also been covered by popular artists, most notably HK Pop duo Twins in 2012. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.

n Sept. 15

If world-famous Indian ghazal singer Jagjit Singh were to share a hookah with Neil Young, the result would be Indo-Folk Music. That’s what to expect when Ranj Singh performs Sept. 15 at the Chinese Bunkhouse at Britannia Heritage Shipyard (5180 Westwater Drive). A presentation of the Steveston Folk Guild, the event starts at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit online stevestonfolk.net.

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Gateway Theatre presents A Taste of Empire in Cantonese with English and Simplified Chinese surtitles. Written and directed by Jovanni Sy; Translated and performed by Derek Chan it poses the question “We are what we eat. But where does it come from? How does it get here? It’s a wacky and fun culinary exploration of global food domination and the conquest for our appetites. Everything we eat tells a story. This show is not suitable for children under 12. Tickets: 25$, at tickets.gatewaytheatre.com.

n Sept. 16

Celebrate the Mid-Moon Festival at Brighouse Library (7700 Minoru Gate) from 5 – 6:30 p.m. in the Kowk-Chu Lee Living Room and 7 - 8:30 p.m. – in the Performance Hall. The event, presented in Mandarin, features poetry, music and dance event in celebration of the Mid-Moon Festival.

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Having somehow survived not just her childhood years in Hecla, Manitoba, but her teen years in Steveston, BC, Elin (nee Sigurgeirson) Ross is proud to announce the 65th Anniversary (Sept 7) of her marriage to Raymond Ross, originally of Revelstoke, BC. Currently living in Nanaimo, BC, they are, as ever, still madly in love.

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he Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society is hosting a fashion show of women’s wartime fashion. Called From Rationing to Ravishing, the event will be held on Sunday Sept. 11, from 2 to 4 p.m., inside the cannery in Steveston and showcases fashion historian Ivan Sayers’ collection of daywear, evening dresses and work uniforms spanning the 1940s and 1950s. The show will feature a range of outfits from the patriotic and modest styles of housedresses and factory wear of the 1940s, to the contrasting indulgent evening gowns of the 1950s. Sayers will provide historical commentary on how the changing fashion trends reflect the societal attitudes of the times. Highlights include a 1950s Canfisco (Canadian Fishing Company) smock, cannery and Boeing Vancouver overalls, as well as Paris haute couture-inspired dresses. From Rationing to Ravishing is a special event pre-

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You may have recently read news items from the Associated Press that a review of the scientific studies in favor of using dental floss do not provide any significant evidence for preventing gum disease or cavities, and therefore it may be a waste of time. Most of the studies do not demonstrate that using floss is effective in plaque removal. It is worth noticing, however, that the studies in question were not themselves reliably done with dubious methods, too few subjects, and/or were too short in duration to derive reliable conclusions that flossing works (or doesn’t work).

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vegetation away from the siding. Maintain bathrooms by caulking around tub/shower areas. Seal grout lines. Always use properly vented bathroom & kitchen fans to remove indoor moisture. Remove window condensation, especially during winter. Maintain the roof annually including all flashings, gutters, chimneys & skylights. Maintain all exterior and interior drains; prevent any pooling along the foundation wall. Monitor and keep the crawlspace floor sealed; cover exterior vents and ensure the foundation walls are properly insulated. Store organic material in plastic bins rather than cardboard boxes. (This will help prevent mold growth on items of importance, such as photos & documents, especially in garages, out buildings and crawlspaces, etc.) Have water alarms installed by appliances or water sources such as the water heater, washing machine, dishwasher, under sinks & by toilets. Keep the indoor humidity level to 55% or lower. Buy a hygrometer to monitor it. A dehumidifier will help remove the excess moisture in areas that are not well ventilated. Resist the temptation to cover your bathroom floor(s) with a shag carpet. Not only will carpets trap moisture and help grow mold, but there are better ways to accomplish a throwback to the 70’s.

If you see mold or suspect it, call me and I’ll help you out…

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August being the highest and the middle of the month the lowest. Can you explain this to me?

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You definitely described how the market moved in August except you missed that the end of August almost reached the high from the beginning of the month. Gold in Canadian dollars was $1770.00 and silver was $27.00 in Canadian dollars at the beginning of August. Sometimes August can be the most volatile month of the year with this year being no exception. What I think happened is that with Gold and Silver having 20 and 30 percent increases respectively over the last three months, bullion traders went on vacation in August and balanced their portfolios to take the profits. As they came back this week we have had nice increases again with Gold and Silver being close to the earlier highs. I think that this fall we are going to see substantial increases for the metals. Two reasons for this. First is with the US election in November people are going to remember what happened with the Brexit vote. Gold took a $100 per ounce jump the next day. I can see large jumps before and after the US election occurs. Secondly is that most of all the experts are saying that we are going to see increases. As much as some people claim that you cannot predict a market, I find that more often than not the experts get it right. Whether you are buying or selling, this fall should be interesting. JIM

Jim Richardson Western Coin & Stamp

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Q: Are There Any Benefits of Chiropractic A:

I sell first, Q: Should buy after? Or the other

Care That You May Not Know About?

way around?

There are a number of different reasons why patients decide to seek out chiropractic care. Whether you are getting adjusted for headaches, low back pain, or anything in between, there are a number of ways that spinal adjustments can help your overall health. When you take care of your nervous system, your entire body can benefit. This is why there are so many great benefits of chiropractic care that the average person doesn’t even know about. Here are some of the best benefits of chiropractic care that could help improve your life.

THAT is one of the most asked A: questions of the day.... and is totally

1. Relieve Stress: Once your alignment has been balanced, your body will immediately feel less tense, and this message of relaxation will also go straight to the brain.

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2. Improve Posture: Regular chiropractic adjustments can help align tilting and abnormal curves in your spine and help you improve your posture.

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3. Improve Your Mood: When you get adjusted, you are balancing your body’s entire system. This includes your body chemistry. This means that those who are suffering from certain chemical imbalances will often benefit from chiropractic care. Many individuals with depression and ADHD have seen great benefits with regular adjustments. 4. Improve Your Immune System: Keeping your nervous system working properly keeps your immune system working properly, meaning your immune system will start working better and you will start recovering from illnesses faster. 5. Improve Your Sleep: Many sleep problems are related to pain, stress and body aches and imbalances in the nervous system. Taking care of these issues with regular chiropractic care can help any individual improve their sleep quality and get the rest they need every night.

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Ask A Professional Q: How long should full plate dentures last? multifactorial answer. Foremost it depends A: onThishowis a well you take care of them. Subsequently diet; the types of foods you eat significantly impact on the wear of your teeth. Course foods tend to wear out the chewing surfaces at a much quicker rate. White mint candies that have a sandy feeling coating are highly abrasive and destructive to artificial teeth. Your particular physiology can affect your fitting surfaces. For example, osteoporosis can affect the fitting surfaces by creating a faster rate of change to your underlying bone structures. Numerous other factors may also play into these scenarios. I create dentures to last at least seven to ten years using high quality products; dependent on the above conditions. If you have any other questions you would like answered, please do not hesitate to book a free consultation with my office. Or you can write to us via our website at bcdenturist.ca.

How Much Money will I save if I raise my Q: business insurance deductible? This is a simple test of weighing the pros and cons of the costs; pro, the higher the deductible, A: you save money; the con is, if you have a claim

the more it costs you. A ‘a rule of thumb & general answer’ is the savings can be 3 to 5%. When increasing from the base amount but this can fluctuate a lot, more factors have to be accounted for and a policy needs to be reviewed. Some factors to consider are how much is your premium? there is almost no money to be saved on a $500 premium if the deductible increases from $500 to $1,000. Some times there is no money to be saved at all if the premium is already at the minimum. How a deductible will it affect your cash flow, i.e. is your cash flow at the level where $1,000, $2,500 or $5,000 deductibles are considered ‘not that much’. We Insurance brokers can determine a definite dollar amount once a policy is analyzed and possible claim deductible scenarios are worked thru. Of course we are happy to answer your questions on this or any other insurance topic.

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I am selling my own house, and do not know what legal aspects are involved in it. At what point should I contact you, and what’s your role in the sale?

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Real Estate Expert

The Real Estate industry is changing. With the A: introduction of realtor.ca. the general public has

access to all the listings which were previously ONLY available to Realtors®. Technological advances have changed the job of a real estate agent and the Internet has driven huge efficiencies into the real estate market. Today, the amount of time Realtors® spend on many aspects of each transaction is greatly reduced. With 1% Realty, I provide full MLS® service, charge a much fairer commission rate and still remain profitable.

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Q: get back into my regular routine with my eating Now that summer is over, I’m finding it hard to

on when to turn on my furnace for winter and if there is anything I need to do before I just crank the heat? - Randy R.- Richmond

habits. Do you have any suggestions?

up in the morning. This tells you it’s time to make sure your furnace is ready to go.

The best way to make a change and get back to some of your regular eating habits or routines would be to start slowly and focus on one change at a time. For example, if you feel you have overindulged with the sweets over the summer try scaling back one day at a time and one sweet at a time until you get back to your regular routine. Here are some other suggested areas to focus on:

Today’s high efficient furnaces have many electronic parts. If you haven’t already, it would be a good idea to first replace your filter, and then switch on your furnace. The best time of year to service your heating equipment is in September. Typically companies offer furnace service specials at this time (present company included,). Our service technicians have full check-lists to make sure a proper inspection and servicing is done. For safety, you want to make sure that whoever does you servicing is a licensed gas-fitter.

• Increase your daily water intake • Try to sleep 7-9 hours per night • Introduce more whole/unprocessed foods • Eat at regular intervals during the day • Eat until 80% full and listen to your physical hunger/fullness cues • Don’t get distracted by extreme diets • Incorporate daily physical activity

A: After having a sunny summer, when we reach September, it’s like someone turned off a switch. It’s cold at night and when we wake

If you have a hot water boiler it’s not as simple as switching it on and seeing if it works. These systems are more complicated. They have multiple moving parts and heating zones. Hot water boilers require the service expertise of a heating professional. If left unmaintained, you will likely cause premature damage to components that could have lasted many more years if properly serviced.

Insurance Broker

A traditional brokerage charges $29,500. How is this possible?

would normally contact our office once you and A: You the buyer have signed a Contract of Purchase and

Sale. Once we have received a copy of the Contract from your realtor’s office, we will ensure that ownership of your property is properly transferred to the buyer – and that your interests are looked after by doing the following: searching title of the property to determine the state of your title, clearing title of any financial charges or other encumbrances required to be discharged, making sure that any adjustments, such as, property taxes, utilities, maintenance fees, etc. are done correctly, drafting and obtaining and registering any mortgage discharges that are required, and paying out any mortgage obligations or other disbursements that may be necessary, receiving your seller’s sale proceed, and also acting as a liaison between you and the buyer’s Lawyer or Notary. Our primary goal is to make the sale of your property a smooth, carefree experience. And, always feel free to call at any time.

To sell a $1,000,000 home, Q: 1% Realty charges $10,900.

Thomas Forbes

Rob Zadra Owner

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Remember, change takes time. In order build momentum and continue to make longterm changes, focus on small consistent changes. A bit of focus will make getting back to your regular routines and habits easier.

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Precision Nutrition Coach Personal Trainer MAKI Performance Training 11980 Hammersmith Way Unit 2130, Richmond

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e’ve had more than a year of negative news stories — some related to the markets and others involving political issues, such as Brexit. If there’s an upside, it is that investors are examining their holdings and how they are managed. It should be done periodically anyway, but some investors are unsure where to start. You can accomplish a lot by asking yourself and your advisor a few pertinent questions:

Do you understand your statement? A Strategic Counsel survey states that more than 60 per cent of investors spend little or no time reading information from

their advisors. Some account statements may be difficult to read, but that should not be a hindrance to ascertaining portfolio performance. Your advisor should explain the statements clearly and/or offer alternative reports to display what you need. How does your advisor address your problems? You should not be ignored once you have signed on. Part of your advisor’s value proposition must be that they will pay attention to you, which includes responding to your issues in a timely and meaningful fashion. How are market conditions presented? Be wary if your advisor puts an optimistic spin on everything, and even warier of anyone claiming they always generate positive results.

The markets are not static and unless you’re invested entirely in principal protected products such as GICs, it’s illogical to think that your portfolio would be immune to at least some volatility. Are all the costs to manage the portfolio transparent and understandable? A JD Power and Associates survey says nearly half (48 per cent) of investors are unaware of the fees they pay. That is an astounding figure that should not be. Your advisor should be happy to clarify the fee structure and provide a written statement of fees. Do you understand all of your investments? Until you understand a product fully and know exactly how much it is going to cost, say no. If you don’t understand it, don’t own it. Never write a cheque directly to your

advisor. If the advisor asks you to write a cheque to them personally or to a private holding company, there is only one thing you should do — find the door and use it. Cheques should only be written to a third party custodian such as a bank or registered investment company. Finally, if you’re unsure about either, your advisor or the state of your portfolio, get a second opinion and be sure that it is comprehensive. The analysis should cover a range of aspects such as fees, asset allocation, liquidity, and portfolio performance. Kim Inglis, CIM, PFP, FCSI, AIFP is an investment advisor and portfolio manager with Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management, a division of Canaccord Genuity Corp. For more information, go online to ReynoldsInglis.ca.

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Q: Does your child need a tutor? A:

What is the Impact of the 15% Foreign Buyers Tax on Greater Vancouver Market

Firstly it should be pointed out that Hong Kong implemented a 15% tax 3 years ago and the market there cooled down to a busy but steady pace.

When children are successful in school, they build confidence that translates into all areas of their lives, helping them build strong foundations for successful futures. The purpose of tutoring is to teach children efficient learning skills and techniques to use in the classroom and, ultimately, in the workforce as adults. It is important that parents take action early and seek a reputable supplemental education service – like Sylvan Learning - that creates individual learning plans and develops the skills needed to achieve success. If you notice that your child is struggling with homework at the beginning of the school year, the first step is talking with your child and determining the underlying cause. Once you know the potential source of difficulty, it will be easier to develop a strategy for changing the struggle into success. Even a child who is doing well in the classroom can benefit from outside help to sharpen study and testtaking skills. A supplemental education provider can help your child prepare for a test or obtain academic enrichment in a particular subject.

Secondly, the market cooled quickly here due to a dropping demand that was happening before the tax was announced. Many residents of Vancouver during the last three to four weeks of August are on Vacation and to try to cut through the fog of how much is seasonal reduction versus how much of the slow down is tax impact related, I looked to a number of assignments booked and generated in our office on a gross basis. I compared the first week of June in terms of Appraisals booked in 2014 and then looked at the third week in August of 2014 only to see business down -10%. The same reduction showed up in 2015 but in 2016, the reduction was -25% which is clearly an impact from the post 15% Foreign Buyers tax announcement. Before we reach a conclusion, here are a few facts to consider: 1. The Vancouver housing market volumes and types of purchases were already on a 4 month slowing trend when this tax was implemented. 2. Housing markets in the Fraser Valley were already feeling the impact of increased demand over the previous 6 months – before this tax was implemented. 3. Average Sale price is not a very good indicator of the health of a market, yet it will be used as a headline to shock. Remember, this tax will have a very large effect on higher end dwellings in the Vancouver region. When we see a slowing in that sector, the math actually becomes greatly skewed. I suggest you take a step back and remember that for some, math is hard. 4. Median Price Level changes to the Benchmark pricing will tell us more along with time.

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Owner & Managing Director

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What anti-aging services are most requested at Richmond Cosmetics in Ironwood Medical Clinic?

Dr. Manoj Singhal is the Medical Director and Cosmetic Specialist and oversees all of the clinic’s procedures. Dr. Singhal starts with a comprehensive assessment of your skin texture, quality, pigment, volume loss and shape. Throughout the aging process, bone and fat pads under the skin that act as a scaffolding, start to thin. This leaves the skin to sag and appear drawn, tired and wrinkled. Every face ages in different ways. Some notice their cheeks flattening when younger while others keep that desired “apple” roundness well into later years. We pinpoint where to focus the rejuvenation that is right for each person.

Age-related volume loss occurs in many areas of the face, cheeks, temples, tear troughs, lips and beneath the corners of the mouth. Dr. Singhal injects dermal fillers to rejuvenate the whole face in a balanced, even way. Comfortable and calm injection techniques are used to produce a relaxed, refreshed natural look. A wide range of cutting-edge, non-invasive cosmetic treatments to help you look and feel younger are employed. We provide advanced filler, Botox, Dysport and Belkyra (double chin) treatments. For a safe, non-surgical and natural cosmetic enhancement, it is vital to seek out an experienced physician with an aesthetic vision. This will bring out your best features and allow you to look and feel your best. Please call or email us for a FREE consultation.

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I suspect we will all be much wiser and know where the market is headed over the next 45 days.

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Who is considered the legal informant and can apply to administer my estate if there is no will/executor?

We always encourage adults of any age to have a will in place.When this is not the case, the following applies; The Spouse or Common Law Spouse (of two consecutive years) is the first person who can apply to administer your estate. If they are unwilling or unable then one or more of your relatives can apply, according to the priority set out by law. If they also areunwilling or unable, any other person who may be appropriate could apply such as a friend. The Erin MacPherson Public Guardian and Trustee, as Official Administrator for the Assistant Manager Province of BC might also apply to administer your estate in some circumstances; for example, if your estate is insolvent or 604-273-3748 Richmond Funeral Home if no one else is willing to act as Administrator.

For more information or for a free copy of the Family Registry, please contact Richmond Funeral Home at 604-273-3748.

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VOICESon Retirement

Dogwalking may be senior’s solution SHELLEYCIVKIN Retirement For Beginners

s I burrow my way into retirement, I can see the possibilities are endless. I also see that there’s a little less money in the piggy bank each month. Having a pension is certainly a blessing, but when you’re used to that extra coin…well let’s just say I like feeling even more freedom. So I’m considering ways of supplementing my pension. Enter my new “novel” hobby: Repurposed book crafts and altered books. Altered books are a type of mixed media artwork that transforms a book from its original form into a different form, altering its appearance and use. I know this sounds blasphemous coming from a retired librarian, but I only create things using old books. Think….books with a hidden compartment, book bracelets, book coasters… the possibilities are endless. The idea of turning a hobby into extra income really appeals to me, and they’re perfect items for craft fairs or house parties. Another cool way to make some extra cash is to dog or cat-sit for friends who travel a lot. Or become a part-time dog walker. Word of mouth advertising is often all you need. Or post it on social media. You could also put up posters at your local community centres. But always ask first. It’s not necessarily a money-maker, but if you’ve led a fascinating life, consider writing your memoirs. Or write

n Offering Off i to t dog-walk d lk for f people l iin your community it could ld b bring i in extra cash during retirement. File photo

letters to younger relatives sharing life experiences and lessons. Or consider becoming your family’s genealogist and create a family tree. For book lovers who want a challenge, find a list of the top 100 classic novels and read your way through them. I’m starting to read classics I overlooked in my youth, and I love it. Reading these through the lens of my 60-year-old brain gives me a whole new perspective and appreciation for the classics. If classics don’t float your boat, pick your favourite genre and read only unfamiliar authors. The key is to keep your mental faculties sharp; it’s at least as important as keeping physically fit. I know that isolation can be

an issue with some retirees. Thankfully, there are all kinds of seniors centres and senior-specific classes where you can meet people and socialize. Think fitness, chair yoga or a walking club. For something less active start a book club or a bridge club; take painting lessons; or Third Age Learning classes through a university. If you’re really ambitious, expand your repertoire by cooking your way through your favorite cookbook, and invite guests over to share meals. There are infinite ways to use your time productively, and have fun while you’re doing it. So, get out there and start showing up for life! Shelley Civkin is a retired communications officer with the Richmond Public Library

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n Richmond celebrated the end of the summer holidays with a party fit to welcome the world Saturday at Minoru Park. The second annual Richmond World Festival drew a crowd estimated at 35,000 that was entertained by a host of musical acts, plenty of activities and a special moment to honour Canadian Olympian and Richmond resident Evan Dunfee (below left) who received a congratulatory handshake from Coun. Harold Steves for his performance and display of sportsmanship during the summer games last month in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Photos by Gord Goble/Special to the News

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Sockeyes season opens Thursday in Richmond Mark Booth

Sports Editor mbooth@richmond-news.com

ichmond Sockeyes’ are counting on Tyler Andrews picking up where he left off two seasons ago and ice time shouldn’t be an issue. The soon-to-be 19-year-old will resume his career with Richmond on Thursday night when the Grandview Steelers visit Minoru Arenas at 7 p.m. for the club’s Pacific Junior Hockey League regular season opener. Andrews earned a roster spot with the B.C. Hockey League’s Surrey Eagles last season thanks to an impressive rookie campaign in Richmond that included 38 points in 44 games. He produced 29 points in 53 games with Surrey but the Eagles finished with a 7-48-1-2 record to miss the playoffs. Coming back to Richmond gives him a chance to be part of a winning program again and provide better balance as a full-time UBC student. “This gives Tyler an opportunity to win some hockey games and get on with his life too,” said Sockeyes head coach Judd Lambert. “Right off the bat, we tell kids like him that we understand they have other things going on in their lives. We are understanding and sup-

portive of being a full-time student. Guys are going to miss practices and even games for school commitments. It happens every year.” Despite a significant youth movement a year ago, the Sockeyes enjoyed another competitive campaign that resulted in a 20-163-5 record, before bowing in the opening round of the playoffs to Grandview. The club once again held its main training camp back in July to try and get an early jump on setting its roster. However, two players have since decided not to play, while another is still competing for a roster spot in the BCHL. It leaves the Sockeyes short on forwards heading into the regular season, forcing Lambert to play veteran blueliner Jeeven Sidhu up front for now. “Numerically, we are small right now,” he admitted. “We tried to make some decisions early but things have changed since then. Ty (Paterson) is trying to win a spot in Surrey and there is another player there who might come our way. But right now, our eyes and ears are open (for more players).” While Richmond may be short on numbers, there is enough returning talent that should have them contending again in the Tom Shaw Conference. Arjun Badh, Brett Gelz and Alex McLeod all had productive seasons a year ago and are

■ Homegrown talent Brett Gelz is among the key returning forwards for the Richmond Sockeyes this season.

fully capable of being among the league’s top scorers with Andrews. Sidhu and Kavanagh gives Richmond experience at the back, while Lambert has been impressed with how rookies Devon Vorster and Jackson Munro have fit in so

far. The club also should get plenty of minutes out of 18-year-old Shakeel Ebrahim who played back east in the Superior International Junior Hockey League last season for Dryden. Veteran Kurt Russell is ready to

carry a big workload between the pipes again and he may have to. Local product Ty Taylor had signed as a back-up but the 17-year-old Delta Hockey Academy product is looking poised to jump right to the B.C. Hockey League.

Richmond trio competing at Paralympics

tephanie Chan, Ian Chan and Travis Murao are the next Richmond athletes to take centre stage in Rio. The trio are among 44 from B.C. on the Canadian team competing at the Paralympic Games which get underway Wednesday. Stephanie Chan will be representing her country in table tennis. She qualified for Rio last August when she won the gold medal in women’s class 7 singles at the Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games. She is currently ranked 10th in the world. “This is the first time that we ever had a player ranked in the top-10 compete at the Paralympic Games,” said John MacPherson, Table Tennis

■ Richmond’s Stephanie Chan is ranked No. 10 in the world.

Canada’s para head coach. “Stephanie has the potential for excellent results in Rio and I know she will be an inspiration to those who follow her in the future.” Chan is Canada’s first Paralympian to compete in table tennis at the Paralympic Games since Ian Kent placed 12th in 2008. Meanwhile, Ian Chan and Murao are veteran members of the Canada’s wheelchair rugby team which is considered a serious gold medal threat. Canada opens play Sept. 14 against Brazil and will also take on Great Britain (Sept. 15) and Australia (Sept. 16). The semi-finals are slated for Sept. 17.

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nyone wishing to catch-up on many of the top high school basketball players to come out of Richmond in the past decade or so only needs to drop by the Cambie Community Centre on Thursday nights. The Cambie Basketball League recently wrapped up its spring/summer season with the Runnin’ Rebels holding off the Wildcats, 86-85, in a thriller for their third straight title. The Rebels were paced by former Burnett star Elliot Mason who averaged nearly 30

points per game as he prepares to play pro ball overseas. His teammates included Vijay Dhillon who earned MVP honours in leading RC Palmer to the 2011 provincial title. He is returning the University of the Fraser Valley for his final season of collegiate eligibility. The appropriately named Wildcats featured some of the greatest players to ever come out of McMath including UBC grad Kyle Watson and 2014 Canadian College Player of the Year Brody Greig. The Cambie League talent extends well beyond Richmond too as it ironically has travelled a similar path to the Dolphin Classic — Richmond’s 4-on-4 outdoor summer tour■ Runnin’ Rebels Elliot Mason fends off Wildcats Brent Charleton during the Cambie Basketball League spring/summer final. Photo by Mark Booth

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nament — that also began with local players wanting get together to play some ball. Lanagra was one of 12 entries in the spring/ summer league and UBC participated last year. “When we started, it was basically a bunch of street ballers with six teams,” recalled league coordinator Jared Hulme, who started up the Cambie circuit 12 years ago with Paul Brar. “The guys just wanted to get indoors and find some regular space. Now it’s really grown and it’s awesome. “I would say, right now, it’s the premier league in the Lower Mainland for sure. When you look at the championship game, everyone on the floor has played either college or university ball.” The fall/winter season will launch at the end

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of the month. Last year it featured eight teams in the league and another five in a Masters Division. “We have both gyms going here in the winter,” continued Hulme. “In the fall, there are less college guys since they are with their teams. The Masters is mostly guys between 40 and 50. It’s really good quality of ball with guys like (former Richmond Colts star) Ron Putzi and Howard Kelsey.” Just like Dolphin, not any team can simply sign up for the Cambie League. Potential newcomers must be able to compete every night. “I screen teams now and the ones that don’t make it end up in the (Olympic Oval based) Metro League,” added Hulme. “We really try to keep the experience good for everyone and keep it competitive.”

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Marquise Facilities is currently hiring for All Cleaning positions for the Tsawwassen Mills mall in Delta. F/T, P/T, and Casual opportunities. Competitive wages and benefits offered. Send Resumes to: jobs@marquise.ca or visit online for more details: careers.compass-canada.com

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NOW HIRING General Labour

on contract, paying $13 - $13.50 per hour, multiple shifts available. Safety shoes required, can lift up to 50 lbs, flexible work hours; come join our team. APPLY BY: Fax: 604-295-1040 Email: resumes@ ingrammicro.com OR Drop off at: 7451 Nelson Road, Richmond, B.C. .

www.ingrammicro.ca SANDMAN INNS Rural BC recruiting management couples. Great benefit package, accommodation provided (subject to location) & guaranteed days off. Send resumes to jobs@sandman.ca Foley’s Candies has F/T positions for: Production, Packaging, Mechanical Maintenance, & Quality Control. 12671 No. 5 Road, Richmond, BC hiring@foleyscandies.com Fax: (604) 275-1334

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2bdr shared with student or working person close to all amenities. N/S N/P $695/mnth. available anytime more info 604.739.8438

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TRUTH IN EMPLOYMENT ADVERTISING Glacier Media Group makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember. Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad. Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment. If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the:

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