Richmond News April 26 2017

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n LEGO lovers were in heaven on the weekend when BrickCan 2017 made its return to the River Rock Casino Resort. LEGO fans of all ages viewed a huge variety of original creations and shopped at vendors selling LEGO-themed merchandise, as well as rare LEGO parts and sets.

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Candidates 'uninvited' Alan Campbell

Staff Reporter acampbell@richmond-news.com

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t’s one thing not to get invited to a party.

It’s quite another to receive said invitation, only to be told that the party has gotten smaller and you’re no longer welcome.

That is — save for the fact the party in question was a B.C. election “all-candidates” meeting — what transpired last week for the independent and fringe political party candidates running in Richmond.

Election hopefuls, such as independent Dong Pan (Richmond North Centre) and BC Conservative Kay Hale (Richmond-Queensborough) got the “uninvited” email from the Richmond School District.

The district is co-hosting the April 27 meeting — now called a “candidates forum”— along with the Richmond Teachers’ Association (RTA), CUPE and the Richmond District Parents Association (RDPA).

However, the organizers told the likes of Pan and Hale that the format for the event only allows for B.C.’s three main parties (Lib-

eral, NDP and Green) to take part.

Pan isn’t sure whether his inclusion, then “I was told that time constraints meant I exclusion, may be something to do with the wasn’t to take part anymore,” said Hale. fact he is one of the founders of a parents “For the school district to do this is incorgroup that protested a recent school board rect. Teachers quite rightly teach the kids to decision to implement an LGBT policy. include everyone, not exclude. It leaves me School board chair Debbie Tablotney speechless.” said the format for the event at Richmond Pan said that he felt the move was “very Secondary hadn’t been decided when the unfair” to him and the voters. candidates were invited.

“I may be an independent “We wanted the candicandidate, but I’m not alone; dates to hold the date and Teachers...teach the I represent the voices in the we may have invited them a kids to include...not community that are not being little prematurely,” Tablotney heard,” he said, adding that told the Richmond News. exclude. It leaves me he does have a plan to better “The format was discussed speechless. education across B.C. (by the hosts). Unfortu“(The school district) apnately, the independent – Kay Hale (BC Conproached me and invited me candidates didn’t fit into that servative candidate) format, as we will be asking and I accepted the invitation almost straight away. the major parties about their “But last Wednesday, I emailed them to platforms.” find out the agenda...and about 20 minThe candidates meeting to be held tonight utes later, an email came back, saying the hosted by the Richmond Chamber of Comindependent candidates wouldn’t be taking merce and Richmond News also will not part and only the parties with seats in the include all candidates. That is only because Legislature would be taking part.” some didn’t register by the deadline.

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NEWSin the City

Farmland mega homes fight: Round two Fierce debate now rolls onto final bout with house sizes capped at 10,764-sq.-ft.

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ACAMPBELL@RICHMOND-NEWS.COM

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f it was a boxing match, a split decision would likely have been the call after another four hours of intense debate over the size of houses on Richmond’s farmland.

The bell sounded at around 11 p.m. Monday night, bringing to a close round two of the fight between farmers/landowners and residents/food security advocates.

About nine and a half hours of verbal punches have already been traded on the issue, with the third and final round — in the shape of a May 15 public hearing — drawing the marathon bout to a close.

After Monday night’s full city council meeting, nothing much had changed from the culmination of last week’s planning committee, which had to be moved to council chambers to accommodate a swarm of concerned farmers, most of whom were angry over city staff’s proposal to limit house sizes to 5,382-square-feet.

The majority of council is still set on the “compromise” of house size limits to be double the staff recommendation of 1,000-square-metres (10,764-square-feet), if the land it’s being built on is at least half an acre in size.

Anything less than half an acre would be subject to the original recommendation of 500 square metres (5,382 square feet).

Couns. Harold Steves and Carol Day were still the only two opposed to the increased sizes — both wanted smaller footprints on the farmland.

However, there were a couple of changes to what was decided last week, with Coun.

Ken Johnston successfully tabling an amendment to increase the maximum setback distances from the road from 60 me-

n Couns. Carol Day and Harold Steves are the only two on city council opposed to the increased limits on house sizes on farmland in Richmond.

tres to 75 and Coun. Alexa Loo achieving farmland from “further erosion,” while the same, in terms of having septic fields imploring council to adhere to the provinremoved from the “home plate” (combined cial Ministry of Agriculture guidelines on the area of main and secondary residence) sizes, as per the original city staff proposal definition. of 500-square-metres.

More details were also provided by city Meanwhile, most of the farmers and landstaff as to the criteria for rezoning, should a owners continued their message that they farmer or landowner want to build beyond “shouldn’t be punished” because of rogue the proposed 1,000-square-metre limit. developers seeking to build mega mansions The city’s planning manager, Terry Crowe, on farmland. said cultural and intergenerational reasons While a few of them told council that it would be taken into shouldn’t be “splitting consideration for a bigger hairs” over house size house size, although a limits and the main focus In Richmond, we’re jumping should be on the landneed to accommodate more workers — coupled owners who are not farmthe gun above the (neighwith an acceptable farm ing the land properly. bouring cities)...this will plan — would need to be Coun. Steves — who demonstrated. suggested earlier in the put pressure on them to The majority of the pubevening for farmhouses increase their sizes. lic who spoke Monday to increase vertically, night against the inrather than sprawl out – Coun. Harold Steves creased house size limits — said he was against pointed to the need to the 1,000-square-foot protect precious Agriculproposal because it would tural Land Reserve (ALR) price potential farmers

out of the market.

“Why not have 7,000-square-feet (on three and half storeys)?” said Steves.

“In Richmond, we’re jumping the gun above the (neighbouring cities) and this will put pressure on them to increase their sizes.”

Steves further suggested that it was “a crime” to allow people to build massive homes on farmland, who then hire someone to harvest some blueberries on the same land.

Steves and Coun. Day were both opposed to increasing the setbacks on the farmland amid concerns over further “incursions” onto the ALR. They were accompanied by Coun. Chak Au and Mayor Malcolm Brodie, although the remaining majority voted in favour to increase the setback to 75 metres.

While voicing her disapproval of the increased limits, Day said the bylaw in question would “destroy some of the best back land in Canada.”

An attempted amendment by Coun. Loo to relieve the farmers of having to rezone — if they wanted a house size beyond the proposed limit — was defeated by the rest of council.

Day’s motion to send the entire matter back to city staff for further consideration was only supported by Steves.

In January, when council began a public consultation process on restricting home sizes on farmland, Couns. Day and Steves called for a moratorium, fearing a rush of development.

Since then, there has, indeed, been a deluge, with the average size of application at almost 13,000-square-feet; one proponent asked for 32,660-square-feet. A moratorium is now in place.

Until now, Richmond was one of the few Metro Vancouver municipalities not to have any kind of effective restriction.

Body found near kids' park Alan Campbell

Staff Reporter acampbell@richmond-news.com

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n Police sealed off the north entrance to Terra Nova Rural Park after Monday’s grim find.

he man found dead near a popular children’s playpark on Monday morning has been named by police as 28-year-old Richmond resident Muzaffer Darwaish.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) say Darwaish, who was known to police, died of gunshot wounds.

Going by the evidence thus far, IHIT believes the death was a targeted hit and are treating it as a homicide.

Darwaish, whose body was discovered near the Terra Nova Adventure Park at around

6:30 a.m. on Monday, was last seen leaving his Richmond home on Sunday evening.

“It is still early in the investigation, but Mr. Darwaish’s murder does not appear to be associated to any other homicides, or recent acts of violence,” said IHIT’s Cpl. Meghan Foster, in reference to the fact that the death appears to be Richmond’s fifth homicide in 2017.

On Monday, the area surrounding Terra Nova Rural Park’s north entrance, at the far west tip of River Road, was sealed off.

Anyone with information about the investigation is asked to call the IHIT tipline at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or email IHITtipline@ RCMP-GRC.gc.ca.

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Election 2017

Past Conservatives enter fray with new parties Graeme Wood

Staff Reporter gwood@richmond-news.com

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Richmond-based businessman, who once stuck his neck out in calling for a leadership review of John Cummins of the BC Conservative Party, is back in the provincial election fray, with a new party of his own.

New Westminster resident John Crocock, who has founded the two-candidate BC Action Party, will present an option to Richmond North Centre voters dismayed by the three mainstream parties.

Crocock is owner n John Crocock of CompuVision Technologies Inc., based in Richmond for more than three decades. Broadly speaking, he describes himself as socially liberal and fiscally conservative.

Crocock told the Richmond News the key to his platform is to rid politics of corruption and improve transparency.

“If we had a good government, I wouldn’t be running,” said Crocock, who once unsuccessfully ran for nomination of the federal Conservative seat in Richmond Centre in 2004, reportedly citing then Liberal

Prime Minister Paul Martin’s sponsorship scandal as a point of contention.

This time around, Crocock is calling out the provincial BC Liberals for its unfettered campaign financing.

“The influence is unbelievable,” said Crocock, who is among the many calling for a ban on union and corporate donations and a limit to individual ones.

“You hear [corporations] getting contracts and before they get the contracts they have to donate to the BC Liberals,” he added.

Crocock doesn’t view the BC Liberals as financially conservative. He said numerous big mega projects over the past decade have not added up, citing the cost overruns on the Port Mann Bridge and the $500 million BC Place roof.

He suspects the George Massey Tunnel replacement bridge will come in at more than the estimated $3.5 billion.

Crocock said as a result of corporate donors, bidding processes on projects are not transparent. As for taxation, he believes in low taxes and small government, adding B.C.’s low income taxes are skewed by increasing medical service plan rates, ICBC premiums and BC Hydro charges.

“If you’re going to have the tax, be honest about the tax,” he said, noting the present government takes dividends from Crown corporations to boost its balanced operating budget, while, at the same time, it raises rates on citizens.

Graeme Wood

Staff Reporter gwood@richmond-news.com

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or provincial election candidate Lawrence (Wei Ping) Chen, the biggest impediment to getting his message across in the riding of Richmond-Queensborough is overcoming the seemingly insurmountable amount of money being spent on campaigns by the big parties — BC Liberals and BC NDP. That’s why he, along with a growing chorus of other concerned citizens, is calling for electoral finance reform.

“I would like to recommend a union and corporate donation ban and limit donations.

The Liberal government makes too much money. I have no money!” exclaimed Chen.

In Richmond, he observes a troubling trend in the Chinese community.

“Some Chinese, they want to exchange benefits with the (BC) Liberals. So, they give money. I’m not like that. (Some) always think, ‘money, money, money.’ That’s why I want to change the law,” said Chen.

By limiting donations to individuals and capping the amount, Chen said voters will be better positioned to focus on policies and not expect something in return.

Chen is a federal Conservative-leaning individual, who last ran in the 2013 provincial election as a B.C. Conservative in the Richmond Centre riding, garnering 961 votes, or five per cent of the popular vote.

He said subsequent leadership squabbles

within the party led him to form a new party, dubbed the New Republican Party.

Don’t let the name fool you, he said; there’s no intention of turning Canada into a republic.

“I just like the name . . . In Canada, no one uses the name,” said Chen.

The BC Wildlife Federation CORE hunting safety instructor and examiner and Surrey resident, said he is focused on three big issues: One, he wants to roll dental care into the Medical Services Plan, paid for by finding n Lawrence Chen efficiencies; Two, he would remove the carbon tax, as global warming is “not an issue;” Three, he would work on improving community safety, as there are “too many thieves in Richmond.”

As a hunter he takes issue with the BC NDP’s call to ban the grizzly bear hunt. He said the hunt can and should continue, when done legally.

“We can still keep the balance of the animal population, if we obey the law,” said Chen, adding he enjoys heading into northern B.C. to hunt bears, deer and cougars, while taking in fresh air, the latter of which he cherishes considering he was born in Beijing, China.

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Election 2017

Rally: Vote no to Christy Clark's 'vanity bridge' Sandor Gyarmati & Graeme Wood Delta Optimist & Richmond News gwood@richmond-news.com

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oters in the upcoming provincial election have to say no to Christy Clark’s vanity bridge.

That was the message made loud and clear at a rally at Garry Point Park in Steveston Friday morning where George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project opponents gathered to denounce the $3.5-billion undertaking.

“I’m going to fight with my very last breath on Earth any statements by the government that the tunnel is no longer useful,” Doug Massey said to the roughly 60 in attendance.

Organized by Fraser Voices, the event, which featured several speakers, including well-known advocates against industrialization of the lower Fraser estuary, was held to spread the message that the 10-lane bridge is a financial “boondoggle.” They say it’s being built to accommodate the port and that Victoria is casting misinformation about a cheaper alternative to twin the tunnel.

Massey, the Tsawwassen resident whose father championed the tunnel that bears his name, disputed a number of government conclusions, including the claim the tunnel is at the end of its design life, noting that back in 2009 then transportation minister Kevin Falcon declared the tunnel was good for another 50 years.

“This government is blatantly misrepresenting the facts and misleading the public, and my family doesn’t want to associate its name

to any part of this project. It’s nothing more than a Christy Clark vanity bridge,” said Massey.

Richmond Coun. Harold Steves said the government’s “lies go on and on” and that he’s never heard so many untruths about a project before. He noted the structure will open up Delta and Richmond farmland for industrialization.

Saying the province has been making baseless and uncited claims about the seismic dangers of the tunnel, Nicholas Wong, the independent candidate for Delta South, said seismic upgrades, including the one abandoned at the tunnel a few years ago, would be sufficient to protect the structure even in a severe shake.

Holding government reports with blacked out sections, Wong said he’s not opposed to a new crossing but it needs to be justified.

“I want a solution that is based on facts and has clear justification and they have not given that to us so far,” he said.

n Jet fuel, coal and LNG usher in new industrial era for river

Saying there’s a crisis when it comes to the Fraser estuary and its sensitive habitat, biologist Otto Langer warned a new industrial era on the river, facilitated by the bridge, will completely wipe out the estuary in a few decades. He also said the federal government has let the citizens of B.C. down.

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Environmental protection is not emphasized and does not receive the same degree of consideration as it did some 20-30 years ago,” said Langer.

The jet fuel, LNG and coal that will soon be plying the waters, just off the park, are a result of BC Liberal policies that fail to adequately consider scientific evidence, but rather, only consider economic factors, argued Langer in front of a decidedly pro-NDP (or at least anti-BC Liberal) crowd.

Langer, a retired Department of Fisheries officer, said about 80 per cent of the Fraser

River estuary marshes have been destroyed by dyking, dredging and development in the past century.

“We are in a crisis situation and in the past decade less has been done to protect this vital estuarine resource for the benefits of natural life in the river and use by our future generations,” said Langer.

He has also warned of potential fuel spills in the river at the now under-construction jet fuel facility near Riverport, which also did not have a federal review (unlike a similar project in the 1980s that was rejected, he noted).

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atchdog Dermod Travis, of Integrity BC, says MLA John Yap is attempting to have a “false flag debate” on the merits of political donations and electoral finance reform.

Yap argues that campaign donations are fundamental to democracy, however Travis said the real debate needs to be about how much money is being accepted and from whom.

Travis said the BC Liberal record on campaign donations is, at best, poor optics and, at worst, a sign that government policy is corrupted by cash-driven influence.

He said the issue of transparency is front and centre in Richmond, in particular.

For example, local BC Liberal MLAs should, argued Travis, refund the political donations made by embattled Richmond businessman Paul Oei, who, combined with his wife Loretta Lai, has donated close to $67,000 to the party since 2011.

While Oei is in front of the B.C. Securities Commission this week to confront allegations of defrauding Chinese investors to the tune of $6.9 million, Travis said his donations should be refunded purely based on optics, and even before the Commission reaches a decision.

“It looks like donations from questionable sources. You’d generally want to return the donations to the donor in question because it’s not something you’d want to defend,” said Travis, noting Oei has wined and dined with Yap and Premier Christy Clark.

Travis said Oei’s donations are symptomatic of a larger problem in election financing in B.C. “The biggest problem is the obscene amount of money in the political system,” he said.

“A lot of it is going to salaries, campaign training, push polls, canvassing and so on.

They’ve subcontracted democracy out,” he argued.

“B.C. has moved into this idea of a perpetual campaign. We don’t get into policy development. We simply move from one election to another,” said Travis.

A consequence of this is that infrastructure and service contracts are increasingly being handed to companies willing to “pay to play.”

“Some companies have decided they’re not going to play in B.C. That’s not good for taxpayers,” said Travis.

Since 2005, the BC NDP has raised $62 million in mostly union donations, while the BC Liberals have raised about $120 million, mostly from corporations, noted Travis. This dwarfs Alberta’s progressive conservatives who raised $32.7 million.

“Nova Scotia, Quebec, Manitoba, Alberta, Ontario and the feds have managed to survive without corporate and union donations,” said Travis. As for Yap stating he welcomes an independent report on electoral financing in B.C., Travis noted the report is non-binding.

“The panel itself has to be accepted. Otherwise it’s just cute sloganeering.”

Yap didn’t reply to inquiries from the News in time for publication.

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NEWSin the City

Staff at designer mall dinged for parking Alan Campbell

Staff Reporter acampbell@richmond-news.com

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inimum wage and part-time workers at the McArthurGlen designer shopping mall at YVR are being forced to cough up $70 a month for parking.

Since the outlet — which is close to the Templeton Canada Line station — opened around 18 months ago, about 70 mall employees, who can’t take public transit, have been parking their cars on a spare strip of YVRowned land to the west of the shopping complex.

But, as of May 1, the airport will implement and enforce pay parking at $4 for four hours at the spare strip which could, ultimately, n Sandra Hum fears many fellow, low-earning workers at the McArthurGlen outlet mall on Sea Island will be priced out of price out some part-time, retail their jobs if they are forced to pay nearly $70 a month for a employees working for the provincial, $10.85 an hour minimum parking pass that comes into effect for employees on May 1.

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With McArthurGlen refusing to shifts finish at 10 p.m. and the thought of provide staff parking in its vast, having to walk the near-kilometre in the dark free, 2,000-plus customer lot, the only option to Templeton station to get to her car doesn’t remaining for staff, who have to drive to the fill her with joy. mall, is to pay the airport the $69.88 a month When asked why some staff spaces couldn’t for a decal to park at Templeton station. be accommodated in the customer parking Sandra Hum, 58, who has been working lot, a spokesperson for McArthurGlen said part-time in a jewelry store at the mall since the “shopper’s experience is of the utmost last fall, said there was no mention of any importance and the addition of employee charges for parking during the interviewing parking would disrupt the limited availability and hiring process. of parking space available.

“I find it ironic and unfair that customers “There are approximately 600 employees park for free and retail employees, working working for our 67 brand partners and this at or near minimum wage and many working only part-time, have to pay to park,” Hum told will likely increase as we move into the busy summer months.” the Richmond News.

Hum pointed out the 2,000-plus customer “The people who can least afford it are the parking lot is “very rarely any more than half ones who have to pay.” full.

Another retail employee, who asked not to “…the only exceptions being Black Friday be named due to her company’s policy, said and Boxing Day, but that would be true of all the reason she came to work at the mall was because it was closer to her Richmond home. Richmond malls.”

She added, not all 600 workers drive to the “I came here to cut down on transit costs. mall and many work on different shifts, so Lots of other malls have designated parking they wouldn’t all be there at the same time. for staff,” she said.

In an emailed statement, McArthurGlen A store manager, who also asked not to be said that its “employee parking policy has named for similar reasons, said she feels for been in effect and remained without change her staff. since the centre’s opening in 2015.

“I used to work at Metrotown (in Burnaby) “All employees are informed of the parking and it has parking for employees. Our parkoptions available at the Templeton Employee ing lot here is very seldom full,” said the Parking Lot or are encouraged to take the woman, who suggested not allowing staff to Canada Line. park alongside the customers was all about “Some employees have been parking near appearances. the end of Templeton Station Road, where “We’re not even allowed to accept UPS deparking signage indicates this is not permitliveries of an envelope during opening hours. ted.

This has never been an authorized It’s very strict. employee parking area.”

“Seventy dollars is a big hit for part-time A spokesperson for YVR said that, since the employees.” opening of the mall, McArthurGlen employees Hum — who lives in East Richmond and were asked to park in the Templeton station would have to transfer three times over 90 lot, where YVR’s own employees park and minutes to take public transit to the mall — said she was told by mall administration that it also pay.

YVR said it was installing pay parking on was “in the lease that store employee parking the vacant strip of land to the west of the mall is not provided” and that “everyone working to “encourage easy access for restaurant on Sea Island pays for parking. patrons at the (mall).

“They said ‘it’s just like working downtown;’ “Across Sea Island, Vancouver Airport but it’s not downtown and it’s not like downAuthority has made a number of parking lots town, at all. It’s Richmond and it’s a retail available for use by employees at organizamall,” she added. tions on Sea Island. Parking fees apply to all “Comparing with other Richmond retail lots.” malls, Richmond Centre, Lansdowne Mall, Hum said, given the parking situation, she and even Tsawwassen Mills in Delta, parking fears for the mall’s future ability to attract and is free for customers and employees.” keep good retail employees.

Hum also pointed out that some of her

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Bureaucrats will face own reckoning Open letter to City of Richmond bureaucrats, Re: “Card-playing seniors claim bum deal,” News, April 19.

Someday you will be old — your body tired and sore.

The kids and grandkids too busy to visit much anymore.

Luckily, you have a harmless “getaway” three times a week, at only 10 cents a chip.

When that day comes, how would it feel to have a cold-hearted bureaucrat take it away?

Shame on you!

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Councillor wants public at mega public hearing Open letter to Richmondites, Richmond city council made the decision on the size of farmland houses last night after a four-hour meeting. Councillors voted 7-2 to support 10,764-square-foot houses on lots over a half acre and they supported bylaw 9706 that would allow owners to apply for even larger houses, if they meet some vague, flexible criteria, such as: n The need to accommodate a variety of a cultural and inter-generational family needs; n Verification that the applicant has farmed in Richmond or elsewhere, for a significant period of time, or if they are a new farmer,

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they can demonstrate that they are, or will be, capable of farming.

(There’s no info on what “significant” means) Coun. Harold Steves and I voted “no” to stop this new building bylaw. We voted to refer the issue back to staff and we voted to stop even larger houses.

Coun. Steves and I are concerned that ignoring city staff recommendations and doubling the size of houses that staff suggested in their report sets a dangerous precedent that not only affects Richmond but other communities.

We heard loud and clear that the landowners, many of whom do not live on the land, want the ability to build homes 10,764-square-foot or larger with a rezoning application. Many of the speakers admitted that they did not know many actual, active farmers who live in houses over 10,000-square-feet. So, it appears, the primary reason for wanting the new bylaw is to maintain their property values. I hope you will consider coming to the public hearing, May 15, 7 p.m. at Richmond City Hall.

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Here, he discusses a few matters in the upcoming May 9 provincial election.

Nick, what is your general feeling about the upcoming election, in terms of favourites?

“Province-wide, it’s anyone’s game; it’s difficult to say. I don’t think the Liberals will necessarily pull it off. Sixteen years is a long time to govern. In terms of Richmond, this is solid Liberal. There’s absolutely no way they could lose these four seats; It’s striking; the NDP isn’t even close . . . in 2013 they were down to 26 per cent and slipping.”

If the BC NDP wins the general election, how important is it for Richmond to have an NDP MLA? “I think it’s very important because the result will be royal neglect. It’s too bad that’s how it is, but that’s how it is. Look at (MP) Alice Wong of the federal Conservatives; we don’t hear from her anymore. If you have the ear of government, that’s critical.

There’s a sentiment Richmond may be too Liberal, and that’s why hospitals and schools aren’t being upgraded.

“That may be. None of these seats are really competitive at all.

If there’s extra money to spend, they’ll spend it on ridings that are on the verge of going to NDP. Nevertheless, we have cabinet representation and an inside track. It helps.”

Do campaign donations influence policy?

“Very much so; money influences policies, there’s absolutely no doubt about that.

“They’ll deny it to the hills. Why else would corporations pay all this cash? . . . Why have we not been able to resolve affordable housing. Why? I’d say the real estate industry is very influential in

government.”

Steveston doesn’t have a Conservative candidate as it did in 2013, when Carol Day took about 11.2 per cent of the votes. Where are those votes going in 2017?

“Carol Day in that past election was an outlier. The BC Conservatives, prior to that, registered one to two per cent. Day pulled that off largely on her own strength and reputation. That was a remarkable achievement. But it really doesn’t matter; Yap was at 52 per cent.”

How much does personality play a role in provincial voting? Will the Liberals take a hit in east Richmond without Linda Reid?

“Linda Reid contributes a little bit but no more than five per cent, at most. Through most democracies, the usual contribution the individual makes is at most three to five per cent. In some ridings that makes a difference, but in Richmond that makes no difference.”

Is Liberal support here a surprise if the province goes NDP? “Not in our city, with the influx of Asian immigrants. They’re entrepreneurial, self-reliant. The BC Liberal brand resonates with them. They’re more concerned

about jobs and the economy than social services. I’m an immigrant, but my roots are in Europe and that makes a difference when it comes to the role of government.

Asians tend to look at government as only really playing a role in the economy.

“This community as a whole, regardless of ethnicity, is fairly well to do . . . The Liberal brand caters to this. Welfare rates haven’t been raised for 10 years; it tells you what their aiming is.

How important is it to have an MLA live in one’s riding?

“I don’t think it’s very important.

It’s overrated.”

What is the most effective way to influence your MLA, other than money?

“I’d have to think about that.

Party discipline is very strong. If you make noise it’s hard to see change. Look at the (Massey Tunnel replacement) bridge. My estimate is that there’s significant opposition to this project. Those MLAs are either silent on it or quietly defending it. But they haven’t taken up the cause of those who are against it . . . They might listen, but to get them to do something is quite difficult.”

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Thanks for election coverage, a good reminder Dear Editor, Thank you for your full coverage of all the candidates running in Richmond for the provincial election.

And a huge thank you for reminding Richmond readers about exactly how many years the Liberal government has been in power in B.C. Richmond has been a Liberal riding for even longer which begs the question; how much have they done for our city?

With our hospital tower almost entirely deficient and half of our schools severely underfunded and poorly maintained, it seems entirely fair to draw the conclusion that Richmond is being under-served. With three Liberal MLAs, one would think that we’d have strong influential voices fighting for the upkeep of our city and quality of life of our residents, but as many know, they have become stagnant over the too many years

holding their seats. They actually have come to expect to be voted in election after election with nothing of significance to show for it.

Now the Liberal government is going to overlook the pleas from mayors, residents and environmental specialists against building the Massey Monstrosity (bridge). To claim the bridge will ease congestion is pitiful and shows once again, that our elected officials are not listening or looking out for

Richmond.

The reason we are where we are today is because this party has been in power for too long. There is literally no one else to blame.

They come up with excuses for not funding social services or buildings but any red tape, any delays, any lack of money has been created by them.

R. Mestres Richmond

Taxpayers should prep for seismic costs Calling all RCMP Dear Editor, Linda Reid, Liberal candidate, has stated that she thinks her constituents would prefer to be on the newly constructed bridge than in the Massey tunnel in the event of an earthquake, especially if the predicted “big one” occurs. I, for one, would prefer not to be in either. However, I would like to know why the Liberals insist the tunnel does not meet seismic standards.

We, B.C. taxpayers, paid $22 million for a seismic refit to the tunnel in 2004-2006. An early warning system called ShakeAlarm was installed and commissioned in 2009. This is designed to close the gates at either end of the tunnel so that no one can enter if a dangerous quake is inbound, and those already inside can exit as normal before shaking begins.

Minister Kevin Falcon, another Liberal, stated the seismic improvements would allow the bridge to be used for another 50 years. Now the Liberals state that although the tunnel remains safe for users, it does not meet modern seismic standards.

Frank Suto stated in his letter to the editor that boreholes, drilled to depths of more than 1,000 feet, revealed nothing but sand and silt. Even if they can work out technology

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to allow them to reach a rock base for the 500-plus feet towers, the surrounding soil would most likely liquify in the event of an earthquake. It might not even take “the big one.”

Although construction on the bridge was officially to begin April 5, they have not stated how far down the contractors will need to drill to hit bedrock. Needless to say, we may experience cost overrides to the estimated 3.5 billion dollars.

Rae Nix Richmond

Dear Editor, Re: “What’s with all the u-turns,” Letters, April 21 I must agree with letter writer R. Chow and the driving habits in Richmond.

As a professional driver of some 40-plus years, never a day goes by that I don’t see something that doesn’t amaze me. U-turns, speeding and cell phone use are rampant in this city.

First of all, streets such as Steveston Highway and Westminster Highway need to be redesignated as something other than highways. Fifty and 60 km/h speed limits are mearly a suggestion as most vehicles drive far above the posted speed limit, thinking they are on a highway.

The local RCMP need to have a dedicated traffic squad, not just general duty cars, to put a stop to all of the flagrant violations of our traffic laws.

New drivers seem to get away with many infractions and are rarely seen pulled over for their violations. Costs generated by traffic inforcement will not only pay for the officers wages but also contribute to other driver awareness programs.

Neil Bruce Richmond

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ne hundred years, one month, four days — keep repeating that to yourself on May 9 if you’re a woman and lackadaisical about going out to vote in the provincial election.

It’s the length of time that’s passed since April 5, 1917, when women won the right to vote and hold provincial office in B.C. Elections, in one form or another, have been around since ancient times. If the rules and procedures have changed over the centuries, many of the root words of the terms we use were formed in that era. The Latin “eligere,” to select, is the source of elect, election, electors. Someone running in an election is called a candidate, “candidatus” in Latin, from the white toga worn by an ancient Roman seeking office. Vote, too, has its source in Latin. It comes from “votus,” past participle of “vovere,” to promise (same source as vow).

Before an election, lots of energy goes into the campaign, a word that derives from the Latin “campus,” field. In the 17th century, campaign referred to the army’s move, come summer, from enclosed winter quarters to the open field. Campaign in the political sense came into use in the early 19th century Up until fairly recently, you couldn’t take it for granted that everyone who had the right to vote knew how to read and write, and thus various voting methods were used during elections. When an ancient Greek voted, he dropped a pebble into the vase identified with a particular candidate. This system led

to the formation of the words psephocracy and psephology, based on the Greek word “psephos,” meaning pebble. Pottery shards, too, were used for a type of vote in ancient Greece. Known as “ostraka,” the shards would be inscribed with the name of a citizen to be banished— we derive the English word ostracise from this practice.

A few centuries ago, when men voted in America, they stood up, or raised their voice or hand, to declare their choice. Paper ballots were a thing of the future, although the word wasn’t. Ballot comes from the Italian “ballotta,” which derives from “pallotta,” meaning little ball, because originally the voting counters were usually small roundish objects, not just pebbles but also various legumes such as peas and beans. In medieval Florence, you cast a black bean for “yes,” a white bean for “no.”

Another word that bounces around a lot during election time is poll. Its origins are in Middle English, where it meant head, and by extension person, individual. By the 17th century, it could mean a head count, or a counting of votes, the current sense of poll.

Suffrage comes from the Latin “suffragium,” meaning vote, support. In the 14th c. suffrage referred to intercessory prayers. By the late 18th c. it had acquired the sense of the political right to vote. A person who had the right to vote was described as enfranchised, from the Old French “enfranchir,” to set or make free.

Which brings me back to April 5, 1917.

Voting is now a responsibility. For B.C. women a century ago it was something else — it was a clamorous victory.

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“We’re not doing enough There’s a lot of to enforce the laws that exist,” people hoping said Flynn, for affordability noting the U.S. has more robust – Ryan measures.

Saretsky Eby said he wants to close loopholes with Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC).

Green housing critic David Wong said lawyers should be subject to anti-money laundering reporting laws.

The Greens go a step further than the NDP in doubling the foreign tax to 30 per cent. Since its Aug. 1 implementation, single-family home sales have plummeted, but prices have remained relatively stable, per market data.

Realtor and real estate blogger Steve Saretsky said pre-sale condos are not subject to the foreign tax, nor PTT, and as such are being marketed offshore and then flipped, thus driving up prices and fuelling bidding wars.

Developers contend presales help finance new housing supply.

To that end, Eby said, “If there weren’t lineups of families buying condos, I might buy that argument.”

The BC Liberal platform has pledged $920 million to build 5,300 subsidized rental housing units. The NDP has said it will help create 114,000 units of subsidized, co-op and purpose-built housing over 10 years, contingent on help from the federal government and non-profit housing sector.

A BC Liberal spokesperson said last Thursday that Housing Minister Rich Coleman was unavailable to comment.

Saretsky said the general sense from insiders and clients is that a BC Liberal win would continue the upward trend in the housing market.

“I think there’s a lot of people hoping for affordability; they’re sick of the status quo,” said Saretsky

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ackling foreign speculation and money laundering in the real estate industry is a key component of both the BC NDP and BC Green Party housing platforms this election.

“The concern is, the housing market is being used as an easy way to conceal and facilitate money laundering,” said David Eby, Vancouver Point Grey MLA and Opposition Spokesperson for Housing.

Eby said house prices should correct in Richmond, in part, with measures his party proposes.

With Richmond at the epicentre, n MLA David Eby foreign money in Metro Vancouver real estate became a hot political topic last year, culminating in the BC Liberals 15 per cent foreign homebuyers’ tax.

However, the BC Liberal housing platform this election is focused on increasing housing supply and assisting people in entering the market, namely with subprime loans of up to $37,500.

But Eby still believes there is a problem with “hot” foreign money in the market, resulting in local incomes that are “wildly inconsistent compared to house prices . . . We want to get to the bottom of that,” said Eby. In particular, Eby wants to close a loophole whereby a home can be bought by a shell company, which is then sold. Because what’s being sold is now a company, not a property, the buyer can get out of paying the property transfer tax (PTT) and the foreign homebuyers’ tax. More so, the beneficiary doesn’t even have to be named.

This scheme was identified in a recent report, Doors Wide Open; Corruption and Real Estate in Four Key Markets, produced by Transparency International, a German not-for-profit organization intent on combating corruption.

Such loopholes are resulting in more homes being purchased with foreign money, via corporations, noted Eby. Mayor Malcolm Brodie recently acknowledged the possible prevalence of corporations owning homes when drafting a short-term rental bylaw.

Meanwhile, the Greens are proposing to apply the PTT to the transfer of beneficial ownership as well.

The NDP is proposing a two per cent annual property tax surcharge on “absentee speculators,” which the party said is expected to generate $500 million over three years. The Greens are proposing a similar measure.

The speculators’ tax would be linked to a homeowners’ income taxes, with the likes of senior citizens being excluded, said Eby. It’s a measure advocated by economists at Simon Fraser University and University of B.C. UBC economist Tom Davidoff said the move is a good step toward affordability.

“What matters most is making sure we have a tax system that encourages people to make a living in British Columbia rather than encouraging people to invest in property here. While the government has taken some recent steps towards that diWe’re not dorection, there’s ing enough to more that can be done. So far, enforce the laws both the NDP that exist and the Green party have sug– Steve Flynn gestions in their platforms that go in that direction,” said Davidoff.

Eby is also calling for more advocacy from the province to prevent money laundering and ensure non-residents do not claim capital gains tax exemptions on home sales.

Davidoff couldn’t speculate how closing this loophole would affect the market, but his “sense” is that capital gains cheating is “large.”

Steveston-based international tax accountant Steve Flynn, of W.L. Dueck & Co., suggests the Canadian Revenue

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Past recipients have included household names such as Jim Treliving (Boston Pizza International, “Outstanding Business of the Year” 1993), Great Canadian Gaming Corporation (“Business Master of the Year” 2004), and the Richmond Hospital Foundation (“Association of the Year” 2008).

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now for the 40th Annual Business Excellence Awards in all categories (Small, Mid Size and Large Business, Green, Innovation, Young Entrepreneur, New, Business Leadership, Outstanding Workplace, and Association of the Year).

Any operation with a Richmond business licence is eligible to be nominated until Aug. 11, 2017. The awards gala takes place Nov. 23 at the River Rock Casino Resort.

Nomination forms and more info can be found online at RichmondChamber.ca.

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Ten years ago, the brst New Business of the Year Award was introduced, meant to honour a business showing success in their brst two years of operation.

Sanduz Estate Winery was the recipient. Today, that winery is known as Canada Berries Winery, and is the largest fruit winery in our province and boasts impressive overseas sales.

It’s hard to walk down a street in Richmond without bumping into a past recipient or bnalist.

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Photos from the chamber’s past Business Excellence Awards, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this November. Photos submitted

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n Four local Venturer Scouts (aged 14-17) were awarded with the prestigious Queen’s Venturer Award presented by the Lt. Gov. of B.C., Judith Guichon, April 22 at Government House in Victoria. Receiving the awards were (left to right) Joyce Wang, Gonzalo Wong Koo, Felix Chan and Wilbur Lam. Photo by Don Craig Photography

n Stephen Cipes, owner of Summerhill Pyramid Winery. Photo submitted

Cipes champions organic vineyards ERICHANSON Sips Happen

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tephen Cipes of Summerhill Pyramid Winery is a B.C. wine visionary whose developer’s feet were once planted in New York. Now, his hands are in the vineyards of the Okanagan.

Since moving to the Valley 30 years ago, Cipes has pioneered making quality sparkling wine and going organic with both his bubblies and his table wines. Plus, he has the only winery in Canada, if not the world, with a pyramid cellar to age his wines — a bit of Egypt just south of Kelowna!

Cipes loves the opportunity to promote organic viticulture and winemaking and, of course, Summerhill wines.

When asked why he went organic, he recalls his first days at his winery south of Kelowna.

“I was asked to put on a suit and spray gramoxone (a herbicide). I did it, but the idea of putting on a suit and a mask and doing that. Next, I started to look at what the heck is gramoxone.”

“Within three weeks of moving there to the house on the vineyard, I realized that our drinking water was from the lake and we were just overlooking the lake, so that gramoxone was going down into our drinking water! And I started to look at the toxic effects of chemicals on children and cancer and all kinds of things and I thought what the heck is this? I’m not going to do this anymore. If this is what I have to do to have a vineyard, I quit!”

But instead of quitting, Cipes investigated going organic, an arduous task that was “a seven year ordeal” to get certification.

“I started to research on how to grow vineyards, nourish the soils organically, rather than with chemicals, and I found there was a wealth of information on it. I ate it up. I literally loved it and was fascinated by it.” says Cipes proudly.

Despite the trendiness of going green or organic, only about nine of the 300-plus wineries in B.C. are organic.

Cipes is puzzled by this sad fact.

“If they knew the truth, organic growing is more sustainable and more economical than chemical growing,” he says.

“It is a little more labour, but you save a huge amount in the chemicals and the plants themselves are so much healthier.

The valley being so far north has the least amount of pests and it’s dry so it’s easy to go organic. They’re naturally resistant to disease. It’s a wonderful thing to do.” says Cipes.

Cipes claims the consumer can notice the difference in organic wines. At his winery, visitors are offered a taste of a Summerhill organic wine with a non-organic wine.

“More people prefer organic.”

And he cites more proof. “ We did a lab test. Our organic Pinot Noir had zero toxins and our neighbour’s Pinot Noir, with a similar price and similar flavours, had toxins in it. So, if you want to drink toxins, go ahead!”

In my next column, Cipes discusses why the Okanagan Valley is the perfect place to produce sparkling wines. In the meantime you might want to do a preview taste of his original bubbly, the Cipes Brut ($25.49) available in government liquor stores and private wine shops.

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And what better way to be comforted than to go back to the world of one of my all-time favourites — Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. However, as I have challenged myself this year to read more than 100 books (re-reads don’t count), I decided to give an Austen re-telling a go.

In my experience, re-tellings have a 50-50 chance of being absolutely wonderful or downright awful. There seems to be no middle ground.

Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld, a modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice, falls surprisingly under the former. Is it perfect? Not really. As any Austen fan will be sure to point out, there is nothing like the original.

While that is most certainly true for this re-telling, Sittenfeld has done a great job at distilling the spirit of the major themes of the novel and adapting them to modern life. It is much louder than the original, but the essence of parodying society life is very much there.

In this re-telling, Liz is a magazine writer in her late 30s, who like her yoga-instructor sister, Jane, lives in New York.

When their father has a health scare, they go back to their childhood home in Cincinnati to help and discover not only that the sprawling Tudor house they grew up in is crumbling, but no one in the family seems to be interested in doing anything about it.

Younger sisters, Kitty and Lydia, are too busy with crossfit and paleo diets to get jobs.

Mary is on her third online master’s degree with no job or social life prospects or interest in finding any. Mrs. Bennet has only one thing in mind: marrying off her daughters, especially soon to be 40-year-old Jane.

Enter Chip Bingley, a handsome new-in-town doctor, who recently appeared in a dating TV show, and his much less charming friend, Darcy.

All in all this was a lovely, funny and tender re-telling that both updates and honours Austen’s much beloved story. I recommend it for fans of Austen.

It is also part of the Austen Project, a series of modern Austen re-tellings by six different authors, so if you’re feeling in need of an Austen fix with a twist there is more to choose from.

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Thor returns to Salmon Festival stage Local rock band to play their first Canada Day performance together since 1976 Philip Raphael

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fter just over four decades, Thor has come full circle.

The local band whose members started in the early 1970s as 12-year-olds and went on to thrill high school audiences is making a return to play at this year’s Steveston Salmon Festival.

The July 1 gig will make it 41 years since the group – Whiteside elementary pals Brad Kilburn (bass), Jimmy Coletsis (guitar), Johnny Fatiaki (guitar), Korianna Tylor (keyboards) and Steve Braithwaite (vocals) — has performed at the event. The only one who will cannot make it is drummer Martin Tanaka, who will be replaced by Tommy Stewart — who played with the band Trooper for many years.

And since this year’s Salmon Festival is part of Canada’s 150th anniversary celebrations, the nostalgia is front and centre, said Kilburn.

“It’s kinda nice,” he said, adding there was a small possibility

n Thor at the 1976 Steveston Salmon Festival. File photo

Thor could have played the event last year, but festival organizers decided to wait until this summer and an anticipated larger audience.

“It ties up who we are and where we’re from and everything that’s happened in our lives,” Kilburn added.

One of Thor’s first, local appearances came at the 1973 Sardine Festival at the South Arm Community Centre – an event in spring, but smaller than the one in

Steveston.

“We were about 12 or 13 at the time and we played in the outdoor tennis courts,” Kilburn said.

Three years later the group, which by that time were regularly playing at high school dances and parties across the city and had developed a following, was contacted and asked to play at the 1976 Salmon Festival.

“I think someone came out to see us rehearse and asked us to play,” Kilburn said.

Thor played together for five years and by the time the members graduated from high school they went their separate ways.

But the bonds they developed remained strong to the point where they managed a pair of sold out reunion shows in 2013 and 2015 at one of their favourite local venues - South Arm Hall. Kilburn even did a pub tour in London, England last October and was joined by Braithwaite and Coletsis who now live in the U.K. When the Salmon Festival show this July 1 was offered, there was no doubt the group would reunite one more time.

“Steve said it’s one for the memory banks,” Kilburn said.

“We’re not so old now, but we are getting older. And we appreciate the significance of reuniting with people who we grew up with and helped define who we were when we were teenagers. There’s a bond that developed with a shared experience. We grew up doing this and it’s been awesome.”

It’s also a chance for those fans who grew up along with Thor to

take a walk back in time.

“I grew up in Richmond and still live here. And people want that idealized version of their past here in the present day,” Kilburn said.

“It’s not often attainable. But in gatherings like this one coming up, it is.”

Another layer of nostalgia will be when Kilburn’s wife, Barb, will introduce the band. That was one of the duties she had when she was selected as Miss Richmond prior to the 1978 Salmon Festival.

Also on the live music bill for the Salmon Festival this year will be the Steveston Senior Drumming Circle who will kick off things at 12:25 p.m.

They will be followed by Urban Myth (1 p.m.) and Line 49 (2:30 p.m.) before Thor takes the stage at 4 p.m.

The day’s music will conclude with headliner Powder Blues at 5:30 p.m.

For more information about this year’s Steveston Salmon Festival, visit online at StevestonSalmonfest.ca.

WHAT'SOn n Friday

See some young talent on the stage perform Seussical Jr., an academy presentation by musical theatre C students at Gateway Theatre (6500 Gilbert Road). Show’s run April 28 – May 1. Call 604-270-1812 for show times. Admission: $10.

Celebrate International Dance Day by taking a mini ballet barre class April 28 from 12:15 – 12:45 p.m. in the Dance Studio of the Richmond Arts Centre (7700 Minoru Gate) led by senior dance instructor, Miyouki Jego. Dancers of all ages are invited to join in the celebration. Participants of Grand Plié should arrive 15 minutes early to sign-in. Fitted clothing with ballet slippers or short socks are recommended.

n Saturday

Join in a panoramic view of the Fraser River during the Walk Richmond event April 29 from 10 – 11 a.m. Meet at Woodwards Landing (11551 Dyke Road) one block west of No. 5 Road off Dyke Road, then walk along Dyke Road to the historic community of Finn Slough and back.

Visit the Seine Net Loft building at Britannia Shipyards (5180 Westwater Drive)

on April 29 from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. for a demonstration of a traditional performance

by Japanese dance group Satsuki Kai, followed by a lesson led by a professional dancer.

Interested in gemstones, rocks and minerals, rock hounding and jewelry making? Then come check out the annual club show of the Richmond Gem & Mineral Society April 29 – 30 at the Richmond Cultural Centre (7700 Minoru Gate). There will be something for everyone in the family, including demonstrations, displays, rock auction, spin & win and books, rocks and jewelry for sale. Admission by donation.

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The following persons have been nominated as candidates for Richmond-Steveston for the 41st Provincial General Election.

Richmond-Steveston Candidate’s Name:

Financial Agent:

Official Agent:

Kelly Greene BC NDP

Leslie McFarland 120-12100 Riverside Way, Richmond, BC, V6W 1K5 (604) 284-4242

Roy Sakata BC Green Party

Roy Sakata 304-7471 Blundell Rd, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1J6 (604) 370-3882

John Yap BC Liberal Party

Debbi-Jo Matias 6631 Whiteoak Dr, Richmond, BC, V7E 4Z7 (604) 240-4146

General Voting Places: A.B. Dixon Elem School 9331 Diamond Rd, Richmond, BC

James Gilmore Elem School 8380 Elsmore Rd, Richmond, BC

Steveston Buddhist Temple 4360 Garry St, Richmond, BC

Alexander Kilgour Elem School 8580 Kilgour Pl, Richmond, BC

John Diefenbaker Elem School 4511 Hermitage Dr, Richmond, BC

Steveston London Sec School 6600 Williams Rd, Richmond, BC

Christian Reformed Church 9280 No 2 Rd, Richmond, BC

Lord Byng Elem School 3711 Georgia St, Richmond, BC

Steveston United Church 3720 Broadway St, Richmond, BC

Ecole Tomekichi Homma Elem School 5100 Brunswick Dr, Richmond, BC

Manoah Steves Elem School 10111 4th Ave, Richmond, BC

The Chinese Bunkhouse 5180 Westwater Dr, Richmond, BC

Hugh Boyd Sec School 9200 No 1 Rd, Richmond, BC

R.M. Grauer Elem School 4440 Blundell Rd, Richmond, BC

Westwind Elem School 11371 Kingfisher Dr, Richmond, BC

J.T. Errington Elem School 9831 Herbert Rd, Richmond, BC

Richmond Christian Elem School 5240 Woodwards Rd, Richmond, BC

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District Electoral Offices:

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1st Floor, 11920 Forge Pl Richmond, BC (604) 664-2043

South Arm United Church 11051 No 3 Rd, Richmond, BC Wed-Sat, May 3-6 Steveston Comm Centre 4111 Moncton St, Richmond, BC Sat-Sun, Apr 29-30

The following persons have been nominated as candidates for Richmond South Centre for the 41st Provincial General Election.

Richmond South Centre Candidate’s Name:

Financial Agent:

Official Agent:

Chak Au BC NDP

Chelliah Premarajah 4145 Peterson Dr, Richmond, BC, V7E 4X5 (604) 277-9974

Henry Yao 150-5751 Cedarbridge W, Richmond, BC, V6X 2A8

Greg Powell BC Green Party

Greg Powell 868 7th Ave, Castlegar, BC, V1N 1R9 (250) 304-9316

Linda Reid BC Liberal Party

Kimberly Sorensen 6846 Whiteoak Dr, Richmond, BC, V7E 4Z9 (604) 303-0747

General Voting Places: A.R. MacNeill Sec School 6611 No 4 Rd, Richmond, BC

Henry Anderson Elem School 9460 Alberta Rd, Richmond, BC

Trinity Lutheran Church 7100 Granville Ave, Richmond, BC

Blundell Elem School 6480 Blundell Rd, Richmond, BC

Howard De Beck Elem School 8600 Ash St, Richmond, BC

William Cook Elem School 8600 Cook Rd, Richmond, BC

Ferris Elem School 7520 Sunnymede Cres, Richmond, BC

R.C. Palmer Sec School 8160 St Albans Rd, Richmond, BC

General Currie Elem School 8220 General Currie Rd, Richmond, BC

Salvation Army Richmond Comm Church 8280 Gilbert Rd, Richmond, BC

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GENERAL ELECTION The following persons have been nominated as candidates for Richmond North Centre for the 41st Provincial General Election.

Richmond North Centre Candidate’s Name:

Financial Agent:

Lyren Chiu BC NDP

Joe Carangi 33-925 Cardero St, Vancouver, BC, V6G 2G8 (778) 709-8438

Official Agent:

John Crocock BC Action Party

John Crocock 2205-13700 Mayfield Pl, Richmond, BC, V6V 2E4 (604) 244-9645

Ryan Kemp Marciniw BC Green Party

Kelly Marciniw 1404-6689 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5H 3Y8 (778) 822-7432

Dong Pan Independent

Dong Pan 7531 Lindsay Rd, Richmond, BC, V7C 3M7 (604) 330-9981

Teresa Wat BC Liberal Party

Gong Chen 203-2121 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC, V5N 2T4 (604) 418-9269

General Voting Places: J.N. Burnett Sec School 5011 Granville Ave, Richmond, BC

Quilchena Elem School 3760 Moresby Dr, Richmond, BC

Sea Island Elem School 1891 Wellington Cres, Richmond, BC

Kwantlen Polytechnic University 8771 Lansdowne Rd, Richmond, BC

R.C. Talmey Elem School 9500 Kilby Dr, Richmond, BC

Spul’u’kwuks Elem School 5999 Blanshard Dr, Richmond, BC

Minoru Place Sr Activity Centre 7660 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC

Samuel Brighouse Elem School 6800 Azure Rd, Richmond, BC

Tomsett Elem School 9671 Odlin Rd, Richmond, BC

Advance Voting Places:

District Electoral Offices:

Richmond Curling Club 5540 Hollybridge Way, Richmond, BC Sat-Sun, Apr 29-30 Wed-Sat, May 3-6

Lansdowne Centre, 842-5300 No 3 Rd Richmond, BC (604) 660-0886

The following persons have been nominated as candidates for Richmond-Queensborough for the 41st Provincial General Election.

Richmond-Queensborough Candidate’s Name:

Financial Agent:

Lawrence Chen Republican Party

Jun Cheng 11622 Commonwealth Cres, Delta, BC, V4E 2N1 (604) 338-5138

Kay Khilvinder Hale BC Conservative Party

Kay Hale 7371 Bates Rd, Richmond, BC, V7A 1C8 (778) 888-0388

Jas Johal BC Liberal Party

Aman Janjua 10248 Gilmore Cres, Richmond, BC, V6X 1X2 (604) 603-9359

Aman Singh BC NDP

Delmar Germyn 308-3846 Carrigan Crt, Burnaby, BC, V3N 4H9 (604) 360-5031

Michael Wolfe BC Green Party

Michael Wolfe 9731 Odlin Rd, Richmond, BC, V6X 1E1 (778) 887-9341

General Voting Places:

Official Agent:

Advance Voting Places:

Bethany Baptist Church 22680 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC

Peace Mennonite Church 11571 Daniels Rd, Richmond, BC

Church on Five 10200 No 5 Rd, Richmond, BC

Queensborough Middle School 833 Salter St, New Westminster, BC

Daniel Woodward Elem School 10300 Seacote Rd, Richmond, BC

South Arm Comm Centre 8880 Williams Rd, Richmond, BC

Hamilton Elem School 5180 Smith Dr, Richmond, BC

Tait Elem School 10071 Finlayson Dr, Richmond, BC

James Whiteside Elem School 9282 Williams Rd, Richmond, BC

Thomas Kidd Elem School 10851 Shell Rd, Richmond, BC

Kathleen McNeely Elem School 12440 Woodhead Rd, Richmond, BC

Walter Lee Elem School 9491 Ash St, Richmond, BC

Kingswood Elem School 11511 King Rd, Richmond, BC

William Bridge Elem School 10400 Leonard Rd, Richmond, BC

District Electoral Offices:

Church on Five 10200 No 5 Rd, Richmond, BC Fri-Sat May 5-6

Kathleen McNeely Elem School 12440 Woodhead Rd, Richmond, BC Sat-Sun, Apr 29-30

Daniel Woodward Elem School 10300 Seacote Rd, Richmond, BC Sat-Sun, Apr 29-30

Peace Mennonite Church 11571 Daniels Rd, Richmond, BC Wed-Thu, May 3-4

Hamilton Elem School 5180 Smith Dr, Richmond, BC Sat-Sun, Apr 29-30 Wed-Sat, May 3-6

Queensborough Middle School 833 Salter St, New Westminster, BC Sat-Sun, Apr 29-30

100-4600 Jacombs Rd Richmond, BC (604) 664-0813

McNair Sec School 9500 No 4 Rd, Richmond, BC

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Any court proceedings will also likely take place in Washington State. A myriad of issues can arise given the differences in laws and limitation periods dealing with claims in a foreign jurisdiction and you should move quickly to ensure that someone is there to assist you in navigating through the complexities of a claim being brought out-of-province.

Further, laws in many U.S. states often mandate a much lower minimum “third party coverage” threshold (the amount of coverage available to the other side’s insurer to satisfy your claim), which means that additional steps must be taken early on, to ensure your rights are fully protected.

Specibc thought also must be given to the underinsured motorist protection (“UMP”) provisions of your ICBC Basic Autoplan policy, which offers you protection in the event that that at-fault driver does not have sufbcient coverage. While this is a contractual benebt, specibc steps must be taken to secure the protection of this coverage in the event that there is a shortfall.

A lawyer should be able to assist in making the determination whether you will likely need to turn to UMP. For added protection, ICBC also offers optional “Extension UMP” coverage, which can be purchased to offer further protection.

In cases which the accidents occurred elsewhere, but involving only B.C. drivers (who would all be insured by ICBC), the parties can agree to have the matter dealt with in B.C. In those instances, the parties can agree to attorn or

agree to the jurisdiction of the B.C. courts, so as to simplify the process, though foreign laws may still apply.

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The once humble shed — longused as a repository for all manner of garden implements in what usually becomes a damp, dark and musty, spider-laden space at the bottom of the garden — is now being re-purposed as a place for a home office, hobby room and even a comfy bar area to entertain guests.

Joseph Neely, president of The Indoor Outdoor Guy Design and Construction firm in east Richmond, told the News he’s seeing a trend to maximize a home’s space by converting shed areas into more than just storage for the lawn mower, spades, bags of fertilizer and unwanted garden gnomes.

Homeowners are getting more practical — especially with continued high real estate prices in the Lower Mainland — and making as much of their property usable.

“A lot of people, now that housing prices have surged so much, are building sheds to use them as an

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extension of their home,” said Neely.

“And they are, most often, building them as heated storage rooms with insulation so they are much more like a house. And that way, it can basically function as an additional room.”

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Changes take living outdoors From page 20 But don’t think that a simple garden shed kit ordered from a local big box home improvement store can do the job. Those are fine for traditional garden shed uses, Neely said. Proper, sturdier construction is required if the desire is to have a structure that can withstand n Joseph Neely the elements and even possibly be a spot to serve up a few pints and clink together a few cocktail glasses.

Bar sheds are an increasingly popular item for homeowners, especially in the U.K., where the rise in smoking regulations in public bars has been offered as one reason why homebased taverns are popping

up with regularity.

The web site ReaderSheds.Co.UK is a hub for what are called “sheddies” who share pictures of their own creations, many of which come complete with bar stool seating, small fridges and shelving packed with enough liquor bottles to put their favourite local watering hole to shame.

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There are also shed owners on the web site who have preferred to transform their spaces into small reading rooms or libraries.

But the trend for bard sheds is apparently heading to North America, although Neely has yet to have a client request him to build one.

“I’ve had the odd request for a cabana where you have room for a small fridge and shelving adjacent to a pool,” he said.

But whatever you end up using your new shed for, don’t expect it to come

n Garden sheds, like the one built for a customer in Steveston (above), can serve a number of purposes, from outdoor storage to housing providing an area for a hot tub. Other uses for sheds can be a backyard pub (photos at right). Photos submitted

cheap, if you want it to be of decent quality.

Neely said firms like his charge about $150 a square foot for a heated shed that can be used for storage and other uses.

While that’s more than the average price of simple shed kits and the required labour to build them, it’s still far cheaper than regular home construction com-

panies that would charge at least double that if they are building an extension to your home.

“Sheds are a cost-effective alternative if you need the room for an office to escape the kids or require that extra storage space because you are already renting a portion of your home,” Neely said.

So, a little separation between home and shed can

er on your wallet, wallet yet be easier still create a similar space.

Just don’t get the idea that you can use your finely appointed shed as an additional bedroom. That would require a full building permitting process with minimum size requirements that outstrip a normal 10 by 10-foot shed.

“There are some people trying to use sheds as

rentals You’re not (home) rentals. allowed to do that,” Neely said.

Sheds that cover less than 105-square-feet do not require a building permit in most cities.

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Sorting out your garden is much like sorting your wardrobe. Hidden among the pile of clothes may be some treasures that can be resuscitated.

Oftentimes, with the help of another eye, you can reappraise your assets.

Many people will hire a reputable landscaper or bring in a fellow gardener to rejuvenate their garden beds. In this day of keeping the environment top of mind, rejuvenating a garden should always consider not upsetting wildlife.

Landscapers look at an existing garden and will advise what to keep, what to move and what to renovate. Shrubs, trees and plants, garden features that you love can be rescued and given a whole new life.

Many times we plant a treasured plant, tree, shrub in the wrong location. Renovating your garden can solve these problems and restore healthier, stronger plant material.

The first visit of a landscaper is almost archaeological, depending on the depths of the decline. Armed with trusty secateurs, pruning saws, loppers and even a light chainsaw, work starts on favourite trees and shrubs that need lightening and lifting.

With the pruning, scattered light is created through the canopies of trees and shrubs.

This method works very well in small gardens where every inch matters. When you take stuff out and let in light, you see your garden differently.

Removing overgrown plants, such as ivy, creeping jenny andvinca minor; redefining overgrown shrubs; trimming and training vines; and pruning back overgrown roses, will help restore your garden.

Treasures may appear in the undergrowth: bulbs, corms and perennials may pop up where they were buried for years.

All through the renovation process, landscapers stand back quite often and review their work. The aim of a good landscaper is to create balance and improve plant health.

In pruning, they cut out dead and crossing branches, remove anything ugly with the overall goal of replacing congestion with movement.

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put on too much regrowth.

The most important element when deciding to renovate a tired garden bed, is to make sure you hire the right person to do the job or spend some rainy days researching the “how to” on the Internet or at your local library.

If it becomes a do-it-yourself, take it slow, stand back and review your work often and bring in a buddy to get another eye on the job.

Renovating your garden will give you a whole new space that you can love again!

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April 23 to 29 is National Volunteer Week.

Thank you Canadian volunteers, for 150 glorious years.

In 2017, volunteering comes in many forms and is as diverse as Canada itself.

Someone who shovels their neighbour’s laneway or who brings a lost pet to the animal shelter is helping to build a stronger community.

Thank you to the following organizations who supported Volunteer Week in this issue of the Richmond News.

Canucks Autism Network Gulf of Georgia Cannery The Heart of Richmond AIDS Society Richmond Addiction Services Richmond Agricultural and Industrial Society Richmond Art Gallery Association Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives Richmond Caring Place Society Richmond Centre for Disability Richmond Family Place Society Richmond Food Bank Society Richmond Sockeyes Junior Hockey Club Richmond Women’s Resource Centre Richmond Youth Honour Choir Seafair Minor Hockey Association Touchstone Family Association Turning Point Recovery Vancouver Coastal Health Vancouver Airport Authority

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We Will Sing You Home Thank you Green Coats The Green Coat volunteer program began at YVR 28 years ago and continues today with almost 500 volunteers who speak 21 languages and put countless smiles on the faces of people at the airport every single day.

Instantly recognizable by their signature green jackets, our Green Coat Volunteers are located throughout the airport to provide a friendly, welcoming face for travellers and answer any questions you might have or point you in the right direction.

say thank you to our Green Coats and recognize their importance to the airport community. It is their infectious energy, accommodating nature and positive spirit that make YVR a special place to be, and has helped us win Best Airport in North America eight years in a row.

Thank you, Green Coats - you make the rest of the aviation world green with envy!

To learn more about the Green Coat Program you can email GreenCoats@yvr.ca.

The Richmond Youth Honour Choir has 3 divisions, Prelude for ages 5 -8, Debut for ages 8 - 12 and Festival for ages 13-19.

The choirs perform locally regularly as well as participate in national festivals and international choral exchanges.

This year we are celebrating our 15th anniversary season with a new commission “We Will Sing You Home” by world acclaimed Canadian composer, Timothy Corlis. We are also representing Richmond and BC in Ottawa for Canada 150 on July 1st! In July 2018 our touring choir will travel to Namibia, Africa to be hosted by the world award winning COTA Youth Choir. In May 2019

they will return to visit us and we will do a BC Island tour with them and then host a great choral festival here in Richmond with them! All of this would be impossible without our amazing volunteer Board and parent volunteers. Our incredible staff also donate their time well beyond their compensation. We are always ready to welcome volunteers from the community who want to help us invest in the development and both musical and personal potential of the children in the choirs. Please contact Heidi Epp, the Artistic Director for choir member audition info or volunteer opportunities at heidi@ryhc.org or 604-723-4040.

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RICHMOND CARING PLACE SOCIETY: Who We Are

Currently, the Richmond Caring Place houses 12 non-profit agencies and programs.

Through those agencies and programs, approximately 1200 volunteers contribute more than 86,000 volunteer hours annually.

Every volunteer and every volunteer hour has made Richmond a better place.

Because the Richmond Caring Place is home to so many agencies, those agencies are able to provide their clients with more coordinated, accessible services, collaborative programming, access to a collective pool of volunteers, and sharing of information and other resources.

That is what the Richmond Caring Place does, and that is why it matters. ** If you are interested in volunteering as a Director of the Richmond Caring Place Society, and helping the Caring Place foster and support social services in our city, please call (604) 279-7000, or e-mail admin.caringplace@shaw.ca.

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Thank you to all the dedicated volunteers who, in partnership with our tenants, make Richmond a better place.

Alzheimer Society of B.C. Canadian Hemochromatosis Society Centre for Ability Chimo Community Services Family Services of Greater Vancouver Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives Richmond Community Foundation Richmond Hospice Association Richmond Multicultural Community Services Richmond Society for Community Living Richmond Women’s Resource Centre Association S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Supported Child Development Program Turning Point Recovery Society

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The Richmond Caring Place exists to provide office space exclusively for non-profit agencies. What Richmond Caring Place does is help numerous non-profit agencies operate hostels and shelters, provide support to those in crisis, raise awareness, and speak for those in need. What Richmond Caring Place does is support non-profit agencies and their dedicated volunteers as they work to improve the lives of Richmond residents and enrich the social fabric of the City.

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The Richmond Sockeyes Organization is very grateful to all the volunteers who dedicate so much time and effort to our program. Without you, we would not be where we are today.

THANK YOU VERY MUCH! The Richmond Sockeyes would also like to thank Judd Lambert and his family for his hard work and time with the club and welcome Steve Robinson, Head Coach for 2017/2018 Season to our organization.

We look forward to another exciting season!

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Making Recovery a Reality Turning Point Recovery Society would like to thank the volunteers at our Richmond residential addiction recovery programs and the Richmond Resource Centre. Without the contribution these dedicated individuals make daily, it would not be possible for us to fulfill our mission of Making Recovery a Reality. The wealth of experience that our volunteers bring to our programs assist our clients and participants to grow and develop the life skills they need to increase self-esteem and self-sufficiency.

At the Richmond Resource Centre, these volunteers are the face of the program, and are the reason we are able to make the Drop-in Center space welcoming and comfortable for

those who are in need of the services we and our community partners provide. By contributing their time, Resource Center volunteers provide access to immediate and long term support services for Richmond’s most vulnerable. We would not be able to have the impact in individuals’ lives the way we do without our volunteers, so on National Volunteer Week, and every week, we would like to extend a big thank you from the Turning Point Recovery Society leadership team.

If you are interested in joining our volunteer team in Richmond, please email jcaspersen@turningpointrecovery.com

The Family Sunday Crew

Amazing Youth Volunteers in our Community Since 2003 the Richmond Art Gallery has hosted the Family Sunday program for over 21,000 community members. Every month over 100 participants of all ages attend Family Sunday to share in looking, learning, and making art together. A key component of this free drop-in program, is the crew of volunteers who work hard to ensure that the day is enjoyed by all participants.

The Family Sunday Crew is a dedicated group of volunteers aged 14 - 18 years old. Volunteers are responsible for learning about the current gallery exhibition, developing and planning the art projects, preparing all the art supplies, demonstrating art activities to participants, providing tours of the exhibition in a variety of languages, leading a story-time in the Gallery, and helping to promote and welcome people to the program.

During National Volunteer Week, we want to thank all our current and past Family Sunday Crew volunteers for their hard work and becoming such amazing ambassadors of the arts. They donate their time and learn new skills to help make this community a better place by providing arts experiences that are fun and accessible to everyone.

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Seafair volunteers making a difference on and off the ice

Thank You Steveston Volunteers!

What is most exciting about our program, is watching our players becoming volunteers. Whether it’s helping teach our younger hockey players how to play the game or volunteering to collect donations for our local food bank, our players are learning the value and importance of helping others and giving back to their community. So during National Volunteer Week, we would like to pay tribute and thank all our volunteers who have made a significant difference in the lives of our players, members and our community.

At the Seafair Minor Hockey Association, we believe in our motto “Great Hockey - Great People”. On the ice, we have one of the most successful hockey programs in the province. Off the ice, we are proud of the contributions our members have made to our community. But none of this would be possible without our volunteers. Our coaches, managers and team officials spend countless hours volunteering their time so that we can provide a program that focuses on developing hockey skills, making friends and having fun. Supporting our program behind the scenes are our board of directors and array of volunteers, who do the less glamorous jobs of running the association.

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Did you know that Seafair members raised over $10,000.00 for the Richmond Food Bank and over $30,000.00 for the Children’s Hospital this past season.

Steveston Community Centre has a diverse group of local and international volunteers who make a positive impact in the Steveston community by volunteering for a variety of programs and events at the community centre.

Whether it is students requiring hours, families volunteering together, or older adults wanting to keep active and involved with their community, the community centre offers a broad range of volunteer opportunities year-round for all ages and interests.

During the past year, Steveston volunteers have supported the community in the following ways: • 430 individuals have volunteered for programs and events throughout the year; • 110 volunteers for seasonal programs; and,

• A total of 3250 hours of time has been donated to the community!

Spring and summer is the busiest time of the year for volunteering at the Steveston Community Centre. There are many great volunteer opportunities currently available including: the Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market which kicks off Sunday May 7th , the annual Bullhead Derby June 25th, “Canada’s biggest little birthday party” the Steveston Salmon Festival, Saturday, July 1st, plus the summer day camps in July and August.

For more information, visit icanhelp. richmond.ca and search for Steveston, or visit the Steveston Community Centre and ask for Nicole.

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Saturday, July 1st

“Canada’s biggest little birthday party” celebrates our country’s 150th birthday with a day-long celebration in sunny Steveston, including a Canada Day Parade at 10am, our famous salmon barbecue, and much more!

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Richmond Addiction Services Society Did you know there are over 27,000 registered societies in BC? And that these not-for-profit groups represent a variety of local interests including agricultural, artistic, benevolent, charitable, educational, environmental, patriotic, philanthropic, political, professional, recreational, religious, scientific, social and sport?

In order for these organizations to survive and thrive, interested people from the community volunteer their time to serve on a Board of Directors whose purpose it is to guide the organization toward achieving its goals and protecting the public interest.

Along with 8 others, I volunteer as a member of the Board of Directors of the Richmond Addiction Services Society. We meet monthly and also serve on smaller committees to ensure accountability

of our organization to funders and the community at large.

Volunteering is a wonderful way of contributing to the health of our communities, offering a variety of opportunities to people of all ages, and perhaps most importantly, proving that the quality of our lives isn’t always attached to the profit motive. As a Board Director, I practice social responsibility, contribute to the values in our city and deepen my appreciation of democratic processes.

I invite you to take advantage of the many volunteering opportunities in our community.

Dianne Milsom Board President Richmond Addiction Services Society

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Richmond Women’s Resource Centre: Empowering Women The Richmond Women’s Resource Centre was founded in 1976 and became a non-profit association with Charitable Tax Status in 1989.

Our mission is to provide a supportive environment in which all women are encouraged to achieve their potential and contribute fully to society.

We are dedicated to empowering women by providing a range of free services including, but not limited to Information and Referral Services, Computer Training, English Conversation and Writing, French Speaking Women’s Support Group, Hot Ink Creative Writing for Teens, Single Mothers Support Group, Income Tax Preparation for Low Income Families, Grandmothers Support Group, Peer Support,

Canadian Work Experience Program for Immigrant Women, Richmond Shares, and Remember Our Sisters Everywhere. Besides providing a safe place for women to come and share their experiences and celebrate their achievements, our programs offer encouragement, support, education, and training so that women are better equipped to make decisions in their own lives.

Our accomplishments are only made possible through the generous support of volunteers, members, donors, and funding partners. We invite all members in our community to join us in our endeavour to empower women and to make a difference in the lives of women and children.

THANKS TO OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS

For your commitment and hard work to ensure women have access to all our programs.

AGM & Volunteer Appreciation Wednesday, May 31st, 7-9 pm Location: The Caring Place #340-7000 Minoru Blvd.

Call: 604.270.9220 ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE OF CHARGE

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What Volunteers Make Possible We’re Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives, a local non-profit organization.

We operate a Child Care Resource & Referral Centre, the Richmond Christmas Fund, and a range of Seniors Community Support Services, among other programs. Our work is made possible by volunteers – 391 of them, to be exact.

Some of our volunteers help seniors shop for groceries. Others drive seniors to medical appointments and community events. We have volunteers who assist at children’s playgroups, and volunteers who, during the Christmas Fund, work to support low-income families.

We’re lucky, because we get to see their impact – and the lives they

Neighbours Helping Neighbours

change – every day. But you see it, too: not only the impact of our volunteers, but every volunteer.

Richmond, after all, is home to thousands.

The Richmond Food Bank is a dynamic community-supported organization. This community support shines through in each of our volunteers as they share their time and effort to help our neighbours in need.

During National Volunteer Week, we encourage you to reflect on your community – the things you love about it, the things that make you proud to live in Richmond. Then think about the role volunteers play in making it all possible.

Each week, over 200 people volunteer their time to provide grocery assistance and other related support to more than 2200 Richmond residents going through financial difficulties. RFB volunteers are involved in every part of our operations- picking up and sorting donations, distributing food assistance, delivering grocery parcels and making breakfast and lunches for Richmond elementary and secondary schools. RFB’s warm and friendly volunteers create a welcoming space for the many people who are faced with the tough decision of turning to a food bank for grocery assistance.

They donate their time – in healthcare, social services, arts and culture, and so many other areas – because they want to make our community better, for everyone. We all benefit from their contributions.

THANK YOU TO OUR 391 REMARKABLE VOLUNTEERS.

You’re all awesome beyond words!

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In addition to our weekly volunteers, we’re fortunate to have many groups volunteer with us. Businesses, faith groups, community organizations and service clubs help out in our warehouse, at our six grocery distributions and out in the community to meet the needs of the people we serve. We are especially grateful for the many volunteer groups that engage in food drives on our behalf.

We would like to thank each individual who helps out, whether it’s for one day a year, one day a month, or each and every week. Your support makes us a hub of the entire community and a great example of the generous spirit of Richmond- neighbours helping neighbours.

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Canucks Autism Network programs allow kids to be kids There are some special childhood experiences that help define what it means to be a kid. Opportunities like learning to ride a bike, playing on a sports team, or even attending summer camp. Unfortunately, for children with autism, these opportunities rarely exist. Not because they do not want to participate, but because the adequate support is not always available.

Thanks to the Canucks Autism Network (CAN) and their 250 trained program staff and over 600 dedicated volunteers, children, teens and young adults with autism have the opportunity to participate in sports and recreation programs in safe and highly supported environments.

Founded in 2008 by Vancouver Canucks Co-owners, Paolo and Clara Aquilini, the Canucks Autism Network is dedicated to providing year-round sports and recreation programs for individuals and families living with autism, while increasing autism awareness and providing training in

communities across British Columbia.

Through specialized support techniques, parent collaboration, and a high ratio of staff and volunteers, CAN is able to ensure that every participant is successful on their own terms, regardless of their level of need. CAN programs empower individuals with autism to build the confidence and skills necessary to enjoy a lifetime of sport and physical activity,while developing social and communication skills.

Last year, CAN delivered 476 programs, and supported over 3,000 families living with autism. However, with 1 in 68 individuals now being diagnosed, and over 11,000 children and youth living with autism in BC alone, the need for support is greater than ever.

To learn how you can donate, volunteer or access CAN programs, please visit canucksautism.ca or email info@canucksautism.ca.

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The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society is a non-profit society responsible for the operation of the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site of Canada on behalf of Parks Canada.

The Society is supported by volunteers in all aspects of its operation -- our Board of directors; the tour guides who share the history of Canada’s west coast fishing industry with our visitors; the special events crew at annual Cannery events; and the collections & archives and Cannery Store volunteers who volunteer weekly at the Cannery, and so much more.

Last year, we recruited over 30 new volunteers to support the delivery of our programs and events and expand our collections work. The winter

Cannery Farmers’ Market continued to be an important way for volunteers to participate. Additionally, we added new volunteers to our collections team, inventorying our maritime charts, researching BC’s canneries and conducting oral history interviews.

Volunteers allow our Society to offer more and better public engagement and to help us develop our archival collection further. Working with volunteers also keeps us connected and relevant to our local Richmond community. We are grateful for the generous contributions of our volunteers and rely on their support to stay vibrant.

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Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

12138 Fourth Avenue, in Steveston Village 604.664.9009 I Open Daily 10am to 5pm To join our volunteer team, please contact 604.664.9261 carina.harris@gogcannery.org or visit: www.gulfofgeorgiacannery.org

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Thank You Touchstone Volunteers!

At Touchstone we rely on the service and commitment of our volunteers to help in the delivery our programs.

Community Action Plan for Children (CAP-C) providing culturally diverse groups for parents with children ages 0-6 years to share information and learn about child development.

The CAP-C program depends on its volunteers to provide childminding, supervise children’s activities and provide guidance

to parents that help facilitate ongoing parent supports groups.

The Richmond Restorative Justice (RJ) Program volunteers facilitate a process to help restore justice between victims and perpetrators of crime. For over a decade volunteers have been helping bring healing to victims and accountability to perpetrators.Through their efforts, restorative justice volunteers have brought about a safer and healthier community.

STRENGTHENING FAMILY - BUILDING COMMUNITY TOUCHSTONE FAMILY ASSOCIATION #120-6411 Buswell Street, Richmond BC V6Y 2G5 Tel: 604-279-5599 Visit us at: www.touchstonefamily.ca

To Our Dedicated Volunteers The Richmond Centre for Disability (RCD) is supporting the worldwide Invisible Illness Awareness Day by offering “an exposition of selfemployment and entrepreneur resources for people with invisible illness and people living with a disability”.

Dave Thomson, Community Outreach Coordinator of the RCD, states that they are embarking on their 6th annual event to highlight the abilities of people with invisible illness and people living with a disability from different perspectives. This year they are presenting an EXPO EVENT focusing on self-employment and entrepreneurship, in alignment with the mission of the RCD in enhancing full participation of every citizen. The RCD has been in support of selfempowerment and finding unique

solutions for the disability community of Richmond and beyond for over 32 years.

The driving force behind this event theme, is that access to reliable unbiased information and trusted support is sometimes elusive; people living with a disability or invisible illness may need assistance in setting realistic goals and making informed decisions. The goal of the event is to bring entrepreneurs together with educational and financial resources and support, all in one convenient time and place.

Everyone is welcome to join the event!

RCD is a not for profit organization offering direct services to people with disabilities.

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Touchstone invites your generous corporate and individual donations to help families and children in need of support through our FRONT PORCH COUNSELLING PROGRAM.

We are proud members of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce family and thankful for the generosity we have received for our programs as part of this community.

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THEPULSE WE’VE GOT OUR FINGERS ON IT LEGO-LOVERS GET THEIR FIX OF BRICKS

n BrickCan 2017 drew a large crowd of Lego enthusiasts of all ages to the River Rock Casino Resort last weekend where they were treated to a display created by some master builders.

Photos by Gord Goble/Special to the News

FUTURE STEWARDS CONNECT

n Those attending the REaDY (Richmond Earth Day Youth) Summit at Hugh Boyd secondary on Earth Day (April 22) had the opportunity to connect with other environmentally minded students and learn how to better take care of our planet.

Photos by Gord Goble/ Special to the News

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Sports Shorts SCOREBOARD HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Senior Girls Soccer W L T Pts McMath 5 0 0 10 McRoberts 4 4 0 8 McNair 5 3 2 6 Boyd 2 1 1 5 Steve-London 1 3 1 3 Burnett 1 3 1 3 Richmond High 1 3 1 3 MacNeill 0 5 0 0 Senior Boys Rugby Tier One W L T Pts Collingwood 3 0 0 15 McMath 3 0 0 15 Rockridge 3 1 0 15 Sentinel 3 2 0 15 Seycove 3 3 0 14 Sutherland 2 1 1 11 Charles Tupper 0 3 1 3 Cambie 0 3 0 2 Magee 0 3 0 0 Senior Boys Rugby Tier Two Windsor 3 0 0 12 McNair 3 2 1 8 McRoberts 1 0 0 4 Elphinstone 1 1 0 4 Alpha 0 3 0 0 Burnaby North 0 2 0 0 Senior Ultimate

■ A year after joining the Whitecaps FC Residency Program, Patrick Metcalfe has signed his first professional contract with Whitecaps FC2. The 18-year-old midfielder came through Richmond FC’s system before moving on to Fusion FC of the B.C. Premier Soccer League. Photo by Bob Frid/Whitecaps FC

Metcalfe signs with Whitecaps FC2 Mark Booth

Sports Editor mbooth@richmond-news.com

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atrick Metcalfe certainly doesn’t forget his roots.

In less than ideal weather, he was at Hugh Boyd Park Sunday afternoon watching his hometown Richmond FC U18 Metro team win its Coastal Cup semi-final game. Three days earlier, he had signed is first professional contract with Whitecaps FC2 of the United States Professional Soccer League.

The latest development is part of Metcalfe’s remarkable journey over the past year.

The 18-year-old was winding down his youth career and had already committed to the UBC Thunderbirds when he got the attention of Whitecap scouts. He was offered a spot on their U18 Residency team that plays in the U.S. Development Academy League. He started in the 2016 championship game and became a fixture in midfield.

“Patrick’s journey is a great story and inspiration for kids who may be waiting for their chance,” said WFC2 head coach Rich Fagan. “He came on our radar towards the end of his youth career after

playing at Fusion FC in our partner league with B.C. Soccer, the BCSPL. We could tell he had something right away, so we offered him a spot in the Residency program. Full credit to Patrick for taking the opportunity and making the most of it.”

Meltcalfe’s time with the Residency program ends at the USDA nationals in Indianapolis come June. Graduating players are offered a professional contract or encouraged to continue their careers at the university level. Metcalfe had scholarships on the table from several schools, including North Carolina, Portland, Santa Clara and New Mexico.

Back in December, he figured he would be heading south.

“They always have individual meetings, usually every couple of months, to tell you where you are at,” explained Metcalfe. “It was just before Christmas and they said I wasn’t good enough for the USL team and I was better off going to school.

Two months later they changed their mind.

“It really has been pretty crazy since I joined the Residency program last March. Before that, my only option was to play for UBC. Thinking back to then, I had no clue I would end up here a year later — a professional player with Whitecaps FC2.”

Metcalfe began training with WCF2 in January and even dressed for a recent regular season

game in Portland. It will be a juggling act over the next couple of months with him still suiting up with the Residency team as well. He is the eighth player to sign a professional contract from last year’s U18 team.

Upon his arrival with the Whitecaps, he played mostly defender before the coaching staff realized his skill set was better suited to midfield.

“I have definitely improved in the past year more so than I have in the last six. Just because I’m playing a group of players who all have the same mindset, Metcalfe explained. “We are all working towards the same goal in a professional environment and it really has benefitted me.

“I’m not the type of player who will dribble through a team. I like to pass so I need the team around me to make me a better player. It’s definitely been great.”

Metcalfe played with Fusion FC from U14 to U18. He was voted team MVP at the U17 level and named captain a year later. From U7 to U14, Metcalfe played with Richmond FC, including winning a Provincial “A” Cup at the U13 level.

He also was part of B.C. Soccer’s provincial team program from U13 to U15 and trained with youth teams at German clubs FC Nurnberg and SpVgg Unterhaching.

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or the first time in the event’s 18year history, a host rink has taken top honours at the Pacific International Cup. Richmond Curling Centre’s Kim Dennis rink capped an outstanding run with an 8-3 victory over Edie Hazard from Nevada in the women’s

final. Dennis’ team also includes Heather Beatty (third), Dawn Mesana (second) and Jenn Gauthier (lead).

Earlier, Dennis secured B.C. Division honours with a 7-2 triumph over Val Schultz’s rink from Comox Valley.

The result means the RCC foursome will also represent B.C. at the Travelers Canadian Club Championships in November.

Dennis’ road to the championship included a 5-2 round-robin record to place third. She then trimmed Golden Ears 6-4 in the semi-finals.

The men’s PIC final saw International Division winner John Shoesmith from Washington State double Nanaimo’s Bart Sawyer 6-3 in a battle of unbraten rinks.

The annual event showcases club play, the grassroots of curling worldwide.

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Wildcats looking like a provincial contender Mark Booth

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t was another statement win as part of the McMath Wildcats’ emergence into a senior boys rugby powerhouse.

The fifth ranked Wildcats managed a pair of late tries to pull away for a 22-12 home field win over the No. 3 Rockridge Ravens to remain undefeated in Lower Mainland AA tier one play.

The result sets up an intriguing showdown when No. 2 Collingwood visits on May 2 as the teams establish their seedings for the upcoming playoffs.

For nearly two decades, the McRoberts Strikers were considered the top rugby school in Richmond and annually contended for provincial championships at the “AA” level. Smaller rosters the past couple of years has meant that outstanding program has had to take a step back this season and play at the tier two level. Meanwhile, the Wildcats have picked up the torch with an impressive team that has been five years in the making.

Under the guidance of school vice-principal and longtime volunteer coach Mike Charlton, McMath went undefeated over three years at the Grade 8 and Junior levels.

■ Excellent tackling all afternoon had a key role in McMath’s 22-12 victory over Rockridge in a match-up of top five ranked AA teams. Photo by Mark Booth

Then with a team consistently entirely of Grade 11 and 10 players, the Wildcats were seventh at the provincials last season.

The momentum has continued

in a big way with impressive earlier win over 2016 provincial silver and bronze medalists Robert Bateman and Charles Tupper respectively — setting the stage for the outstand-

ing performance against the perennial powerhouse Rockridge side.

Now, the Wildcats have been invited to Victoria on May 5 to take on No. 1 St. Michael Univer-

sity as part of B.C. High School Rugby’s Stadium Series — setting the stage for a compelling week against the top two ranked teams in the province.

“We are being noticed by all the right people. The great thing is this was a team we started with in Grade 8 and it’s been a five year process,” explained Charlton.

“Beating Rockridge today, we were ready for this. We knew we could actually overpower them with a good physical game. We kept to our match plan perfectly with a very disciplined performance. We had very few breakdowns and our defensive line play was unbelievably solid. I’m very proud of their efforts.”

Also paving the way for the team’s success was a recent 16-day trip to the United Kingdom over the spring break. McMath played three exhibition matches in Wales and England. The boys also spent two days working with Welsh international coaches.

“They are outstanding young men and that’s why at the end of their Grade 10 year we organized a tour for these guys,” added Charlton. “It was a great learning experience and the boys come back from being a very solid team to that next level. They recognize it through the extra training and coaching they have received.”

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A workshop on how to make your passing easier on those you love.

Most families are poorly prepared and have little idea of the decisions, the work and the costs for making final arrangements at the time of need.

Funeral and Cemetery Advisor Frederick Margel will share information you can use to reduce your family’s burden, pressure and cost of arranging a funeral, cremation or burial.

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Planning forms and checklists provided, and a free Personal Planning Guide is available.

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In a District with continuing declining enrolment and facing a $10.5 million deficit next year plus over half our schools desperately in need of seismic upgrades, more than ever Public Education needs to be put first in this province. RDPA would like to remind parents to educate themselves on all Candidates running in this upcoming election and get out and show your support for PUBLIC EDUCATION. Our province needs a reminder that children are the future of this province and their education matters!

Richmond District Parents Association Co-hosting a Candidates Forum Thursday April 27, at 7:00 p.m.

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COMMUNITY EVANS, Jack William June 12, 1936 - April 19, 2017

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Born in Brantford, Ontario, Jack leaves to mourn his wife of 26 years, Kimberley; his daughters, Julie (Wayne) and Jodie (Brian); three grandchildren, Cole, Torri and Sterling; sisters, Patricia and Maureen (Jerri); brother, Michael (Cathy) and stepson, Michael; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

After a visit to the West Coast in 1979, Jack fell in love with the area, and in 1982, moved to West Vancouver and settled into a life working in the floor covering industry. In 1989, he met his one true love and married Kim in 1990. He was an avid sports fan and as a young man played football, baseball and enjoyed golf and basketball. Jack played international slo-pitch and represented Canada in the Huntsman Senior Games winning Bronze and Silver. Jack joined the AmblesideTiddlycove Lions Club and was an active member until he joined the Steveston Lions after he and Kim moved to Richmond. In 2002, he joined Steveston Rotary and has given many hours of his commitment and time and to Rotary.

He developed Alzheimer’s about 10 years ago, but his love for his wife never diminished. He was grateful for all of his friends and family and his home and life in Steveston. Jack was remarkably compassionate, had a great sense of humor and was generous to a fault. The sparkle in his blue eyes will definitely leave the planet a little less bright. If a person’s wealth is measured by his friends, Jack was a very rich man!

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Society of BC or Rotary Hospice appreciated.

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4. “Antman” actor Paul 8. Region 10. Heart veins __ cavae 11. Stem 12. Public house 13. Outdated monetary units 15. Experiences again 16. Took possession of (Brit.)

17. Absolved 18. “His Airness” 21. Unhappy 22. The entirety 23. Meds without prescription 24. James Bond is one 25. Signal 26. Midwife 27. “The Who” guitarist 34. “Independence Day” actor

35. East Asian territory 36. Moved slowly 37. God of Assyria 38. Highland 39. Photographers’requests 40. Makes tractors 41. Witnesses 42. Not beginnings 43. Prosecutors

12. Univ. of Maryland mascot 14. The Caspian is one 15. Greek letter 17. Law degree 19. Respected 20. Resin-like substance 23. A basis for 24. Popular horror movie franchise 25. Basements

26. Boxing promoter King 27. Plucked 28. Small amount 29. Shape-memory alloy 30. Metal plates 31. Resonated 32. Sickness 33. Coercion 34. Franz van __, German diplomat 36. Type of ranch

DOWN 1. Prejudice 2. Known for its sultans 3. Boston hoopster 4. An evangelistic meeting 5. Inconsistent 6. Challenged 7. Hideaways 9. Members of Mennonite sect 10. Cogently

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