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Olympic museum still eyed for oval

New Year’s feast

Young men encouraged to donate stem cells Page 3

by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter

Film explores industry of breast cancer Page 17

What’s up for the Year of the Dragon Page B1

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A proposal for an Olympic museum at the Richmond Olympic Oval is still in development—nearly six months after city officials pitched the idea to Games officials in Europe. “We’re working on developing the business case for it so we can take it forward for formal approval,” said Ted Townsend, spokesperson for the city. As first reported by The Richmond Review, the Richmond Olympic Oval Corporation is proposing to build an Olympic museum inside the oval at an estimated cost of $6 million. On Monday, city staff updated civic politicians on post-Olympic conversion plans at the oval, but the report made no mention of a museum. It did say staff are still working on the “Richmond Olympic Story,” which director of project development Greg Scott noted has “(increased) in scope based on Olympic program review and best practices.” Last summer a delegation of oval and city officials successfully pitched its idea to International Olympic Committee brass in Lausanne, Switzerland. Dubbed “The Richmond Olympic Experience at the Richmond Olympic Oval,” it would become the first

museum in the Americas to join the International Olympic Committee’s Olympic Museum Network, which centres around the IOC’s Olympic Museum in Lausanne. Early plans call for displays, activities, theatre and museum elements scattered throughout the building and oval plaza. Memorabilia from the IOC and Richmond’s participation in the 2010 Games would comprise the collection. The project builds on an existing plan to install a $575,000 permanent exhibition at the oval that tells Richmond’s Olympic story. Townsend earlier told The Review that no new city money would go into the bigger project. Instead, sponsors will finance it by contributing cash and inkind donations. The oval corporation board has already given the project preliminary approval, but city council has yet to have a vote.

“We’re working on developing the business case for it so we can take it forward for formal approval.” - Ted Townsend

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Stem cell drive to honour 22-year-old Leukemia patient Judy Lam in need of transplant; young men encouraged to register by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Her family thought it was the flu, except the symptoms wouldn’t go away. At age nine, Judy Lam was sent for blood tests and the diagnosis was clear: she had leukemia. “The moment I heard that I had leukemia, I was very scared,” she wrote in an online post. “The more I thought about it, the more scared I became.” She recuperated, found God and no longer feared for her life. Four years later, leukemia came back, prompting another successful battle against the disease. But in November 2011, leukemia returned to the now 22-year-old’s body and Lam has again found herself fighting for her life. On Saturday, OneMatch Stem Cell and Marrow Network of the Canadian Blood Services will partner with other community groups in Lam’s honour to sign up potential donors to the stem cell network. The Christian Mission of Canada and OtherHalf Chinese Stem Cell Initiative are also behind the drive, which takes place at Aberdeen Centre. Like other sufferers of blood cancers, Lam needs a stem cell transplant. She is unable to find a close match within her family and is desperate to find a donor. Lam wasn’t able to be interviewed, but in an online video, she offers an appeal in Chinese for potential donors to register at Saturday’s event. Stem cells are the building blocks of blood. Those who register as potential donors at Saturday’s event will be given a cheek swab. Genetic information will be processed and entered into a database. Each time a patient is looking for a stem cell match, the database is searched for potential donors. “If someone is a leukemia patient or has lymphoma, often times their last chance of hope of beating that illness is a stem cell transplant,” said Olga Pazukha, spokesperson for OneMatch Stem Cell and Marrow Network. According to organizers, there’s an immediate need for young men ages 17 to 35 to join the stem cell network, particularly those of ethnicities such as Chinese. Pazukha said OneMatch wants to ensure the database is diverse enough to match the growing ethnic diversity in Canada. She noted building awareness is key in reaching out to ethnic communities. “The difficulty maybe lies in making sure to con-

A stem cell drive in March 2011 at Aberdeen Centre attracted nearly 2,000 potential donors.

What are stem cells? •Stem cells are the building blocks of blood. •Patients who have a disease that inhibits their ability to produce these cells will need a transplant of healthy stem cells from a donor. •There are two stem cells that donors can provide: from bone marrow and from circulating blood. A third stem cell can be harvested from umbilical cord blood after a baby is born. •By donating stem cells, donors can give a patient a second chance at life. nect with the communities in a way that resonates with them,” she said. “It’s making sure that we reach the elders in the community or reach the younger generation in the community...” Saturday’s event, which is timed to coincide with Chinese New Year celebrations, takes place at Aberdeen Centre mall, 4151 Hazelbridge Way, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. A drive will also be held in Burnaby the same day at the CCM Centre in Burnaby Crystal Mall, 4500 Kingsway, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. People already registered with OneMatch needn’t register again.

Judy Lam, 22, has leukemia and is in need of a lifesaving stem cell transplant.

Construction activity far from record in 2011 by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter The City of Richmond issued $424 million in building permits in 2011—nearly half the construction activity of the previous year. City hall granted developers 1,703 permits worth $424,366,439 last year, according to data compiled by The Richmond Review. That’s a distant amount compared to the record-setting $813 million in 2010. The months of February and September led the way in 2011, with pricey single-family dwellings boosting building activity. Major projects granted permits last year include redevelopment projects at Rich-

mond Centre mall and Broadmoor mall, along with a 237,400-square-foot expansion to Aberdeen Centre. Also among the applications approved last year were apartment and townhouse complexes throughout the city: Polygon’s Mayfair Place in West Cambie, Onni’s Imperial Landing development in Steveston, Westmark Development Group’s SouthPoint Cove townhouse project at the south end of No. 2 Road, and the Legacy Park Lands Ltd. rental apartment building at Riverport. Although construction activity last year didn’t come close to last year’s record, it easily beat the figure from 2009. That year, economic recession gripped

Richmond’s building sector, causing construction activity to plunge to $163.2 million. For 2012, the outlook is “fairly positive” for the construction sector, according to the Vancouver Regional Construction Association. Metro Vancouver recorded a job growth rate of 2.6 per cent in 2011 and population growth of 1.5 per cent—both “well above” the provincial average and both good fundamentals for construction activity, according to the association. City hall requires building permits for construction, change of use, additions or alterations to structures.

2011 building permits January: $11.2 million (127 permits) February: $62.7 (112 permits) March: $24 million (152 permits) April: $20.6 million (135 permits) May: $42.9 million (148 permits) June: $22.5 million (133 permits) July: $41.6 million (148 permits) August: $44.9 million (184 permits) September: $50.6 million (122 permits October: $31.7 million (152 permits) November: $43.9 million (184 permits) December: $28 million (106 permits)

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City hall to review Highway to Heaven backlands policy

City wants to talk jet fuel with port

by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Richmond’s Highway to Heaven is about to go under the microscope. Over 20 years after the city drafted it, the No. 5 Road backlands policy is soon expected to be subject of a

comprehensive review by a city-hall led committee. City staff made the recommendation to a council committee yesterday. The policy, first created in 1990, allows institutions to locate on the east side of No. 5 Road—normally protected from development by the

Agricultural Land Reserve—provided farming takes place on the eastern side of the property. A proposal to redevelop Lingyen Mountain Temple, at 10060 No. 5 Rd., is one of the reasons behind the review, according to city staff. One year ago, temple officials with-

drew their application after a request from city staff, who decided a review of the policy was necessary. Nearby property owners, neighbourhood groups and agricultural groups would be consulted during the review, according to a staff report.

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Public needs to speak out on pipeline proposal By Chak Au As we are entering into 2012 and the year of the Dragon, I would like to take this opportunity to Chak Au wish everyone a Councillor happy, healthy and prosperous new year. One of the hot issues in the new year for Richmond is the Vancouver Airport jet fuel pipeline proposal. After the original proposal had been suspended for eight months because of the strong objection encountered, an amended proposal has now been presented by the Vancouver Airport Fuel Facilities Corporation (VAFFC) with the only change being the option of placing the pipeline long the Highway 99 corridor. However, VAFFC is still planning to ship jet fuel through the Fraser estuary and off-loading it into storage tanks at a marine terminal, which will inevitably impose threats to the environment along the river. This has not made the amended proposal more acceptable to me than the old one. In addition to the continued threat of a spill on the water, there’s also significant public safety and environmental concerns about a possible fire or spill at the offloading terminal or along the pipeline route.

Back In September, Richmond City Council passed a resolution to state its opposition to the transportation of jet fuel on any arm of the Fraser River. Council reiterated its opposition to the revised proposal at its meeting on January 16, 2012 and is encouraging members of the public to make their voices heard on this issue. Since the Environmental Assessment process is now resumed, the timeline for providing public input is absolutely tight. The public has been given just 21 days (ending on February 1) by the Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) to make comments on the Highway 99 Route. A separate public information and comment session will be hosted by VAFFC on January 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at East Richmond Community Hall. As this is going to affect us and our future generations, I urge you to take every possible opportunity to voice your opinion. It is important that you individually make your input to the Environmental Assessment Office as this may have more weight than a petition or group submission. You can find out how to provide input by visiting www.eao.gov.bc.ca/ or www.vancouverairportfuel.ca/. You can also find information on the proposal on the City’s website at www.richmond.ca. Any submission from the public to the City will be forwarded to the EAO office.

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The dangers of barging jet fuel up the Fraser River and offloading it in an ecologically sensitive estuary has prompted civic politicians to demand a meeting with Port Metro Vancouver. On Monday city council decided to send a letter to port officials, noting despite a change in the proposed pipeline route, potential for catastrophe on the Fraser hasn’t changed. The Vancouver Airport Fuel Facilities Corporation is proposing to build a pipeline connecting a dock near SilverCity Riverport Cinemas to the airport. Jet fuel would be barged up the South Arm to feed the pipeline, which would replace an aging pipeline in North Richmond and the airport’s reliance on tanker trucks. The B.C. Environmental Assessment Office is currently reviewing the proposal. A decision by provincial ministers is expected by June. A public open house on the proposal takes place Saturday, Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at East Richmond Community Hall, 12360 Cambie Rd. —by Matthew Hoekstra

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t’s time fairness returns to the provincial government. Collective bargaining is the process by which wages, terms of employment for all members of a bargaining unit are negotiated between the union and an employer.

In the case of the B.C. government versus the B.C. Teachers Federation, it appears no real bargaining or negotiating is taking place. Education Minister George Abbott admitted government has uttered the term “net zero” mandate “probably a thousand times” in the last year. How is that bargaining in good faith? Government says it’s not just teachers that are subject to this totalitarian mandate, but all public servants. This, against the backdrop of negotiations between unionized city workers and local governments like Richmond, where workers have been without a contract since the end of 2011. Municipal workers are seeking deals similar to other CUPE contacts, such as Courtenay’s, where a four-year deal granted workers with wage hikes of 2, 2, 2.75 and 2.25 per cent. During the last round of negotiations, municipal workers in Richmond achieved a wage increase of 17.5 per cent over ﬁve years. Not bad when the following year, the world plunged into recession,

Black Press ﬁles BCTF president Susan Lambert introduces Minister George Abbott at the union’s convention in March 2011.

which caused many elsewhere to lose their jobs. That said, giving in to the teachers’ wage demands that amount to 16 per cent over three years (according to Abbott) is not only unlikely, it’s irresponsible given the economy’s relative fragile state. But suggesting there is no room to move—and no chance for negotiations—is sending the

wrong message to the public and those responsible for much of our children’s learning. Government rhetoric is suggesting to all of us that its mind is made up on such matters and nothing—collective bargaining be damned—can change its mind. As BCTF president Susan Lambert said, “The net-zero mandate will not ﬁnd a deal.” Settling public sector contracts

is never easy, particularly those with teachers, who are now used to being legislated back to work when taking strike action. But a bullheaded government won’t lead to a solution. In the centre of this dispute is our children. What sort of lesson are they learning here? One can hope by the end of this, they’ll learn about negotiating, consensus and good faith.

Running in the dark, snow? It was her idea

Shades of Green Arzeena Hamir

or 2012, I really wanted to get back into running. But running on your own is a bit of a heavy slog and there are so many excuses to get out of training.

Luckily, I found a trainer, probably one of the strictest I’ve ever had, who has me out of bed at 6:30 a.m. three times a week. She doesn’t care what

the weather is outside. In fact, we’ve been running through the snow, in the dark. I’m sure if it’s pouring outside, she’ll still have me out. Unfortunately, she’s not available to work for anyone else. She’s only nine. Yes, my trainer is my eldest daughter. With her stopwatch in hand, she’s taken over our run-walk schedule with fervour. I wasn’t expecting her to be so enthusiastic. I was just looking for an activity that the two of us could do together. It’s funny how, when she was small and I was a stay-at-home parent, I was so happy to drop her off at a program so that I could get one or two hours to myself. Now that she’s in school full-time and often at a friend’s house or playing in the park, I really just wanted to spend some time with her. I scanned

the leisure guide and called around to the community centres to see if she could join me in a Sun Run clinic. She was too young to register. So, we decided to do our own clinic. I have run the Sun Run half a dozen times and found the schedule published by SportMed BC a great way to ease back into running. It’s slow enough for a nineyear-old to ask, “When do we really start running?” I know some cars have slowed down as they’ve passed the two of us in the dark streets. They must be thinking, “Poor kid, being dragged out in the freezing morning.” I should state that it’s my daughter who wakes me up and drags me out of bed. It was her idea to run early in the morning. We were trying to schedule the runs after school but

with my work schedule and her ﬂoor hockey, it just wasn’t working out. So, she suggested early mornings. The great thing about running and walking together is that we have time for conversation without too much distraction. I hear about her friends at school and we catch up on the school gossip. I only wish my six-yearold and I could do a similar activity together. She’s not a runner. She’s more of a ballerina/dancer. I can see us doing yoga together but after checking the leisure guide, and calling around different yoga studios in Richmond, I don’t see any family or mother/child yoga. Is there not a demand for these types of activities for parents to do with their kids? Did I miss the boat? Was it popular a few years ago and no longer around?

She doesn’t care what the weather is outside. In fact, we’ve been running through the snow, in the dark. I’m sure if it’s pouring outside, she’ll still have me out. I hope not. I’ll continue to look but if a reader knows of a yoga studio close by that will take children, I’d love to hear about it. In the meantime, you’re welcome to join us any Sunday morning for our run. Arzeena Hamir is coordinator of the Richmond Food Security Society. Reach her at arzeena hamir@shaw.ca.

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Alternatives to jet fuel tankers on the Fraser River 13, letter, “Possibly, one solution may be to reduce future demand by conservation measures or increased efﬁciency through technological advancement. This, coupled with upgrading the existing pipeline (from the Chevron Reﬁnery in Burnaby to YVR), should meet the jet fuel needs of YVR for decades to come.” VAFFC’s reply to the city explained that conservation and technological improvements have been factored into its fuel need forecasts. It also supplied details of its opposition to both solutions suggested by the city and VAPOR. The city has not responded. The fact is that there is no happy solution that has no serious drawbacks, but both of these solutions are better than VAFFC’s preferred option of tankers on the Fraser. The city and VAPOR should take on the very important task of publicly

explaining why. For example, VAFFC’s “critical” objections to an upgrade of the existing pipeline are that getting the required permits will take too much time and the pre-construction and construction capital costs are too high, partly due to the fact that the pipeline passes through residential areas. However, it may be time and money well spent. The most secure possible source of jet fuel for YVR is the Burnaby refinery. It’s the only refinery in B.C. and is fortunately close to YVR. The existing pipeline also carries additional jet fuel brought by ship to Burnaby from the BP Cherry Point Refinery. While no one is keen on shipping jet fuel through residential areas, that will continue to happen with the existing 40-year old pipeline—far better to upgrade it now with all the modern safety features and increased capacity.

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Richmond council meets Monday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. to discuss the matter. I hope it can come up with an improved resolution that recognizes the problem, engages the Greater Vancouver region, and counters the VAFFC position by giving concrete reasons for a more detailed investigation of the Burnaby pipeline upgrade option. John Roston Richmond

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Editor: Almost all of us in the Greater Vancouver region use YVR and have created the need for more jet fuel. Richmond city council and the VAPOR lobby group have opposed the Vancouver Airport Fuel Facilities Corporation (VAFFC) plan to send huge tankers up the south arm of the Fraser River to a new jet fuel storage facility, describing in detail the risks to both the marine environment and nearby residents. That’s only half of what’s required. We also need to promote an alternative plan. Otherwise, it comes across as saying it’s someone else’s problem and you only care that the solution doesn’t involve your backyard. VAPOR acknowledges the need for more jet fuel and favours a new pipeline to YVR from the BP Cherry Point Reﬁnery near Blaine, Wash. The city is opposed to that and said in a Oct.

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Ask the Experts Q: Water and sewer rates in Richmond seem to

Q: I have very dry skin and the products I use

increase every year. Did they go up again this year? How can I pay less?

are not helping. What can I do?

Yes they have! The flat rate in 2012 for water is $621.51 and the sewer rate is $400.25 for the year. That’s a total of $1021.76, which is over 7% more than they were in 2011 ($953.43). Water rates are scheduled to keep increasing each year by this amount or more. It makes sense now more than ever to request a water meter so that you can be in control of your water bill by regulating the water you use. Richmond residents are literally saving hundreds of dollars by using water meters and choosing not to waste water. 2012 is the final year for the free water meter program in Richmond. Currently the City is offering to supply and install water meters for free to all Richmond residents in single family homes, as well as install free water saving devices for taps, showers and toilets to help residents save even more. Over 63% of Richmond houses are using water meters and they pay a lower metered rate. It makes sense to look into this program while it’s still available for free and take advantage of the cost savings. Both flat rate and metered rate bills are discounted 10% for paying your utility bill before the deadline.

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Currently, there are many skin care products on the market that supposedly help with dry skin and it can be very difficult to decipher them all. In the pharmacy, I find a lot of people have severe sensitivities that further reduce the number of products they can use. Luckily, there is now a hypoallergenic product called Linacare. Linacare is a skin cream first developed by a nephrologist for kidney dialysis patients to help with dry skin. Unfortunately, these patients suffered from many sensitivities and the products previously on the market did not help. This is because transporting water into the basal layer of the skin is very difficult to do. Linacare is unique because it is able to penetrate this basal layer and promote the skin to undergo its own reparative process. Currently, Linacare is being used to treat a range of conditions, including dry or sensitive skin, eczema, burns, and some side effects of cancer therapy. It is usually applied twice a day to help remoisturize the skin. Ask your pharmacist about Linacare or visit Pharmasave at Steveston Village to discover the newest in skin cream innovations!

Peter Tong Pharmacist and Certified Diabetes Educator Pharmasave Steveston Village

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We live in a very noisy environment, constantly bombarded by sound and not all of it pleasant or of our own choosing. We don’t all have the same amount of tolerance for noise either. Some of us are super sensitive while others not nearly so much. Constant high levels of noise can cause damage to the delicate Hair Cells inside the COCHLEA or hearing organ which pick up the vibrations (sounds waves). Over time this damage can become permanent as the hair cells do not regenerate. This damage usually makes listening to conversations much more difﬁcult especially in the presence of background noise. Most work places are required to limit the loudness levels and exposure time to loud noise. Many noisy work places require employees to wear sound reducers or noise blockers. If this is the case in your work place, make sure you heed the warnings and comply. Remember these hair cells do not grow back nor can they be replaced. Awareness of sounds around us on a regular basis helps us know when it is important to protect this very vital sense called HEARING!

Q: Why

has my tooth started to hurt sometimes when I bite?

Brenda J. Brumwell DC HIP Registered Hearing Instrument Practitioner

604-271-4327 164 - 8180 No. 2 Road Richmond, BC V7C 5K1 Fax 604-271-4387 Brenda@experthearingsolutions.com www.experthearingsolutions.com

This is one of the most common problems I see with people’s otherwise healthy teeth. It almost always involves a molar tooth and with rare exceptions the problem tooth has had a large filling in it for a long time with no previous problem. These usually involve those ol’ style metal fillings and is called ‘cracked tooth syndrome.’ What has happened is one of the cusps, or sometimes one whole side of a tooth develop an internal crack or fracture under that portion of the remaining tooth. Those old metal fillings which repaired a cavity are usually what cause the problem after enough time (years). If you think about a molar tooth with a large hole drilled into its surface you would expect it to be a bit weaker than a perfectly healthy tooth. This is especially true if you create a large load on it like when you are biting, chewing or clenching. The filling only fills the hole. The bigger the hole, the bigger the filling and the more compromised the structural integrity of the remaining tooth. The filling can also act like a wedge in the tooth. Over time small internal stress-fractures occur in the tooth under the cusps around the filling. Like your car’s windshield they start small but expand. One day if you happen to bite something at just the right angle and with just enough force the crack expands and stimulates the nerve inside the tooth and it hurts. Sometimes a corner piece of the tooth pops off right away. More often it just bugs you at certain times when you bite that particular spot. At a certain point changes in hot and cold will trigger it too because temperature changes also make the fracture expand and contract. Unfortunately, most of those large fillings can eventually do this to you although it may take years before it happens. The only reliable solution is to remove all the old filling, knock off any parts ready to pop off, rebuild the tooth and covering it with a crown/cap/lid (whatever you want to call it) so you can’t flex the crack anymore when you bite on it.

Dr. Greg Nelson Dentist* Restorative, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry

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Enjoy your smile.... Everybody else does!

Q: I see advertisements in the paper for companies

Q: My son was hit in the eye while playing

buying coins and gold. They seem to be located in hotels. Do they really pay those prices in the ads? How do your prices compare to theirs?

sports. What should I do?

Check for pain in or around the eye, swelling, tenderness, double vision or vision loss. Advise your child not to blow his nose. Additionally, the orbital bones surrounding the eye may have fractured; while these bones serve an important protective function, they are delicate in certain places and can break with forceful impact. Although most fractures resolve without treatment, sometimes damage can entrap eye muscles or place pressure on the facial sensory nerve. In these cases, eye movement can become restricted or numbness of the face and cheek can occur. Such cases require surgical repair. Other possible consequences of blunt trauma to the eye include internal bleeding, inflammation and corneal injuries. Less common and more serious diseases associated with trauma include secondary glaucoma, retinal detachment, cataract, orbital infection and optic nerve damage. It is important to seek proper medical care for your child following blunt trauma to the eye. Ensure that he wears protective eyewear in situations where the likelihood of eye injury is elevated.

Dr. John Kim Optometrist

604-271-3937 Ironwood Optometry Clinic 8020-11688 Steveston Hwy. Richmond BC V7A 1N6 ironwoodoptometry.ca

I have seen those advertisements as well and have been less than impressed. The high prices listed are what the rarest date in the highest known condition fetched in auction. That is not what they are paying. We had a reporter bring two ladies who were at one of those “road shows” to us for a comparison offer. They had both coins and gold jewelry. Our offer was three hundred percent more than what the road show was offering! We have had many other people come in to sell us their coins after being offered very low valuations at these “hotel” shops. It does not matter which coin shop you go to in the Lower Mainland… you will likely get better offers than what these companies buying from shows at the hotels will offer you. I like to believe that our store is the most fair and definitely the friendliest for people who want to sell.

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Jim Richardson Western Coin & Stamp

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Ask the Experts

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Q: Iimprove have a 10 year daughter that plays soccer and I want to her strength and endurance. What is an appropriate

Q: Will snow cause heating problems to

our home?

age to start a fitness program? Are there any dangers we should be aware of?

This week brings another opportunity to experience the joys of winter. Heavy snow can create problems with heating equipment. Here are a few tips to keep your home in good shape for the rest of the heating season. Check your thermostat for proper operation. If you use a programmable thermostat, check the batteries to make sure they’re still in good working order. Don’t set the thermostat below 62°F. Your heating system will need to work much harder to bring your home back up to a comfortable temperature, and you run the risk of freezing pipes in areas of your home that are not well-heated or insulated. For gas furnaces, change the air filter monthly to ensure adequate airflow and to reduce the amount of dust and debris that circulates in the home. For high-efficiency furnaces that vent directly to the outside, keep the fresh air intake and exhaust ports clear of snow, debris and ice. Improper ventilation of a high-efficiency furnace is dangerous and may also cause the furnace to shut down or operate inefficiently.

A: Brian Williams President Ashton Service Group

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With the increase of inactivity and obesity among youth, it is even more important that children build healthy habits such as regular exercise that will be their foundation for the rest of their lives. A formal exercise program that teaches fundamental movement patterns like squats, lunges, pushups, situps, balance, agility, and endurance is perfectly suitable for children as young as 8-9 years old. Using their bodyweight as the primary form of resistance will ensure the program is both a safe and effective method for developing motor skills, coordination, and athleticism. Lastly, studies have shown that children who lead healthier lifestyles perform better academically than those with less healthy lifestyles. For more info about kid’s ﬁtness programs I can be reached at isaac@purepayne.ca. Yours in health, Isaac Payne

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A flexible savings tool The TFSA is an extremely flexible savings account that can meet a wide range of Charlie Chan CFP, EPC needs. It can help you: ± Save for short-term goals like financing home renovations or long-term goals like Investment retirement. ± Build additional tax-advantaged retirement savings above and beyond your Advisor RRSP. ± Earn tax-free income on surplus RRIF payments that you don’t currently need. ± Boost a family member’s education savings beyond their Registered Education email: charlie.chan@rbc.com www.rbcdscharliechan.com Savings Plan (RESP). ± Reduce your family’s overall taxes when you give investable assets exposed to your This information is not intended as nor does it constitute tax or legal advice. Readers should consult their own lawyer, higher tax rate to your spouse or adult children to contribute to their own TFSAs. accountant or other professional advisor when planning to ± Shelter fully taxable interest income that you are implement a strategy. This article is supplied by Charlie Chan, an Investment Advisor with RBC Dominion Securities Inc. currently earning in a taxable account. Member CIPF. ®Registered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence. RBC Dominion Securities is a registered ± Create a contingency fund for emergencies or timetrademark of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence. ©Copyright 2011. All rights reserved. sensitive opportunities.

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Q: Can Chiropractic help with pregnancy? A:

Q: Are you STRESSED about money? A: You are NOT alone…..and you DO have options…. I CAN HELP! I work with some of the best Mortgage Brokers in the industry, so whether you decide to sell and downsize, or remortgage to get out from under your debt, there are several ways to go about it. Have you considered using your home equity to help you with your debt-load? Seriously! You may be able to take equity out, remortgage at a better rate, pay the same or less per month! Wow, did I say that?

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Q: Anything new in cyber-legislation pending? A:

Yes, and it is all rather disturbing. The Harper Conservatives will shortly be introducing the Lawful Access Bill that will negatively impact personal Internet and cell phone privacy with warrantless surveillance. This will also force increased costs on telecommunications providers in Canada for which we will all have to pay for. Aside from the blatantly un-Canadian nature of this legislation, such laws will only catch low hanging criminal fruit as even the most sophisticated monitoring can be bypassed with simple encryption tools. Just ask the Chinese how they get around China’s similar monitoring systems. The real crooks will remain undetected and tax payers will still have to foot the bill.

Personal Trainer

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Deb Robson 604-328-3507 RE/MAX Westcoast 110-6086 Russ Baker Way, Richmond, BC V7B 1B4 www.DebRobson.com

If you are an expectant mother, this is a critical time to get your spine and nervous system checked by a chiropractor. Pregnancy and the birth of a child is a natural process and chiropractic care is a drug-free natural healing art that can support this amazing process. Chiropractic care in pregnancy is vital to the normal physiological function of both the mother and baby in pregnancy and birth. How it can help the mother: • Prepares the pelvis for pregnancy and birth by creating a state of balance in the pelvic bony structures, muscles and ligaments. • Removes tension on the ligaments that support the uterus thus reducing torsion (intrauterine constraint) to the woman’s uterus. • Reduces interference to the mother’s vital nerve system which controls and co-ordinates all of her systems and functions. How this helps the infant: • Removes interference to the mother’s nerve system allowing for better baby development • Allows the baby the room to develop without restrictions to its forming cranium, spine and other skeletal structures. • Offers the baby the room to move into the best possible position for birth. • With proper fetal positioning, there may be a decrease in intrauterine constraint and the resulting birth trauma caused by intervention. Chiropractors use very specific, low-force adjusting techniques to remove spinal imbalances in the body. The adjusting techniques are modified for the pregnant women and also for children to make it more suitable for the situation. Every pregnant woman can benefit from a spinal assessment. It’s natural, drug-free health care. Call Minoru Chiropractic to book your consultation.

Dr. Carol Reddin & Dr. Bonnie Chuter

604-207-9050 #230-7480 Westminster Hwy. Richmond, B.C.

Minoru Chiropractic www.minoruchiropractic.com

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survey was done today, as to whether we should keep you at Garry Point? Now, after so many of us have had the chance to enjoy your elegant shapes and ﬂowing lines, whispering, “We are all connected.” My eyes and mind appreciate the symbolism in your sparkling globe. I am one person who will be so very sad when we lose you, Wind Waves. Christine Durgo Steveston

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letters Are smart meters getting smarter? Editor: Has anyone taken notice the recent rash of power interruptions in the Lower Mainland? Besides the two major power interruptions Richmond has recently endured, multiple power losses have been reported in numerous areas of the Lower Mainland. Of interest is that all these areas have also had their smart meters installed. Now, I’m not suggesting anything nefarious is going on, but could it be possible these “smart” meters are perhaps becoming self-aware? Could they be probing our weaknesses in an effort to take over? Are we heading down the road to a “Skynet” experience in The Terminator when the machines are running our lives? Just wondering? Jack Wolman Richmond

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And before the Liberals ram through supporting legislation, they’d best remember Gordon Cambell’s ignoble eviction—you work for the people/ electorate, not a corporation! George Pope Richmond

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auto review

Mazda follows its one green road by Jim Robinson

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Special to Black Press You’re going to be hearing a lot more about Skyactiv Technology. It’s the direction Mazda is taking to make all its vehicles more energy and emission efficient into the next decade. Rather than venture into the costly world of electric cars and hybrids, Mazda has chosen the parsimonious path of taking improved gasoline and diesel engines along with weight savings to make their cars and trucks relevant in an automotive world that gets greener every day. To get there Mazda has focused on four major areas: • New generation Skyactiv-G gasoline engine efficiency that delivers a 15 per cent increase in fuel economy and torque. • The introduction of new Skyactiv-D diesel engine technology that delivers a 20 per cent fuel economy improvement thanks to the world’s lowest dieselengine compression ratio. • The introduction of new six-speed automatic transmission available on both gasoline and diesel as well as a new lightweight compact six-speed manual transmission which deliver fuel economy and therefore emission improvements. • An all-new platform providing highly rigid body and chassis that achieves outstanding crash safety performance while being 110 kg lighter than its predecessor. My first real world experience was with the 2012 Mazda3 with the Skyactiv-G engine in the GS model. The GS-Sky is the middle trim level between the base GX and topline GT. As the name suggests, both the GS-Sky sedan and five-door come with the Skyactiv engine with either the six-speed manual standard or the six-speed automatic optional at $1,200. The Mazda3 GS-Sky can be considered a “half”

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Skyactiv because it has the Skyactiv-G engine and transmissions but it uses the standard Mazda3 chassis and body. Nonetheless, the 2.0-litre in the Mazda3 GS-Sky runs at 12:1, the same as a Ferrari Italia. The GS-Sky uses regular gasoline not premium. As tested the Skyactiv-G engine produces 155 hp and 148 lb/ft of torque versus the 148 hp and 135 lb/ ft of torque for the “normal” 2.0-litre in the GX. For comparison, the 2.5-litre, four-cylinder in the GT makes 167 hp and 168 lb/ft of torque. Other than the engine and transmission, the GS-Sky differs in no other way from the other Mazda3 models. Like all Mazda products, it is a driver’s car and very agile and that includes the Skyactiv version. Depending on trim levels, pricing ranges from $18,995-$22,390 not counting a $1,595 shipping fee. When it comes to going green, Mazda is truly marching to a truly different drummer with Skyactiv. But just remember, this is the company that made the rotary engine work when industry giants like GM could not.

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Join Richmond’s 4,000 soccer players. Come out for “Soccer Fun in the Sun” • From 3 to 13 years, boys and girls • April 23 to June 24 – twice a week. • Fun for players; convenient for parents • Promoting exercise, teamwork, fun and skills • Easy to learn; everyone constantly active • Fixed times each week - schedule with conﬁdence • Top-quality professional coaching to develop skills

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Richmond Youth Soccer appreciates and acknowledges the ﬁnancial support from the Province of BC and the excellent facilities provided by the City of Richmond.

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Staff Reporter Seeking input on ways to spark job growth, ignite the economy and reduce barriers to business prior to the 2012 federal budget announcement this March, Richmond MP Alice Wong and Delta-Richmond East MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay met with the Richmond and Delta chambers of commerce on Monday. See Page 25

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including net HST*

RENTAL OPPORTUNITIES 604.764.9062

DY AL

HOLLAND PARK

MOVE IN NOW Visit our Sales Centre 10am to 5pm daily except Friday

100 AVE.

9887 Whalley Boulevard, Central City, Surrey SALES CENTRE

(at King George SkyTrain)

ALL

KING GEORGE BLVD.

SFU CAMPUS CENTRAL CITY MALL

BLV

KING GEORGE SKYTRAIN STATION

CANADA’S LARGEST COMMUNITY BUILDER

The developer reserves the absolute right to modify, cancel or extend this offer at any time without prior notice. Actual interiors, exteriors and views may be noticeably different than what is depicted in photographs. This is not an offering for sale. Any such offering may only be made with the applicable offer to purchase and agreement of sale and disclosure statement. Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. E. & O.E. Park Place Towers Limited Partnership and Park Place Towers 12.5 Limited Partnership.

*Subject to certain Developer’s restrictions, prices include net HST. Doesn’t include transfer tax and other fees. Offer may end without prior notice. E. & O.E.

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*Original

Unit #

Floor Plan

Type

Size

Price (Excl. HST)

l101

1 bed, 1 bath

609 sq ft

103

1 bed, 1 bath

322

406

New Price (Incl. HST)

HST Savings

Total Savings

$204,900

$189,900

$9,387

$24,387

591 sq ft

$199,900

$184,900

$9,140

$24,140

1 bed, 1 bath

591 sq ft

$220,900

$209,900

$10,375

$21,375

2 bed, 2 bath

768 sq ft

$309,900

$299,900

$14,824

$24,824

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see the value for yourself Single Family Home

Age

Price

Morningstar | Avondale - Coquitlam

Brand New

$859,900 (includes tax)

Compare with Richmond

Brand New

$2,143,929

Compare with Westside Vancouver

Brand New

$3,738,380

Compare with Burnaby

Brand New

$1,386,762

Kick Off the New Year with an Incredible Offer Buy a new Amberleigh home and turn it into a show home with unmatched free upgrades. Along with the exceptional quality and craftsmanship you'll find in every Morningstar home, you'll also get FREE Stainless Appliances, FREE Blinds, FREE Show Home Quality Paint Finishes, and FREE Air Conditioning.

WITH $15,000 IN FREE UPGRADES, AMBERLEIGH OFFERS THE BEST VALUE IN COQUILTAM SALES OFFICE NOW OPEN Marguerite Ave

Highland Drive

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Coast Meridian Rd

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AMBERLEIGH

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Noon - 6pm Daily (Except Friday) Homes starting from

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$699,900 Including Tax

3374 Highland Drive Coquitlam, BC

604.464.4440 | mstarhomes.com

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A World of Difference.

Meet Bluetree, a seriously friendly builder. While our friendly approach may seem fresh and novel, we’re hardly the new builders on the block. In fact, the team behind Bluetree Homes has a long history of award-winning quality and customer service. From thoughtful design details to communities that connect the people that live there, we create extraordinary home-buying experiences. And even after you move in, we’re still just a phone call away.

MAPLE RIDGE

Kanaka Creek 3 & 4 BED TOWNHOMES from the low $300’s Situated in an established Maple Ridge neighbourhood next to Kanaka Creek Elementary School, this is a place perfect for growing families. Register now at bluetreehomes.ca or 604 - 476-1188. SURREY

Bishop Creek 3 BED TOWNHOMES from the mid $300’s Nestled between Harold Bishop Elementary School and mature parkland, Bishop Creek is a neighbourhood that is both close to nature and convenient amenities. Register now – bluetreehomes.ca or 604-588-0005

COQUITLAM

Mackin Park

1- 2 BED MODERN APARTMENTS from the low $200’s Situated in Maillardville, the historic heart of Coquitlam, this community of one and two bedroom apartments will be unrivalled in its proximity and access to all parts of Metro Vancouver. Register now – bluetreehomes.ca

This is not an offering for sale. Such an offering can only be made by way of a disclosure statement. E.&O.E.

See more at bluetreehomes.ca

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business

OPEN SAT. & SUN. 2-4

Findlay said following Monday morning’s meeting at the Richmond Chamber of Commerce. Alice Wong, who is Wong, minister of state for seniors, said she spoke to seniors who expressed concerns about the Old Age Pension and healthcare. Some businesses mentioned concerns about main-

“There’s a concern on the impact of crime on business.” - Kerry-Lynne Findlay

eliselambert@remax.net Visit www.modernproperties.ca for ﬂoor plan and Video tour. taining or increasing funding for research and development.

www.

604-868-7858

862 Tsawwassen Beach Rd., TSAW $1,399,000 Aaron Munro 604-868-7858

CREST REALTY

Elise Lambert 604.315.6419

SuttonSeafair.com SUN 2 - 4

SUN 2 - 4

Aaron Munro

$980,000

Tudor 2 story, 5 bedroom home has just completed a full renovation, done with taste and care. Designer paint exterior and interior. New ﬂooring throughout, new kitchen & bathrooms + much more. Five good sized bedrooms, 3 baths. Excellent ﬂoor plan offers enough room for all the family. Large open living & dining areas, quality s/s appliances. Quiet yet convenient location in popular Tiffany neighbourhood. Close to shopping, best schools, community centre, Richmond oval, parks & dykes. Central to public transportation, quick access to Vancouver.

Alice Wong and Kerry-Lynne Findlay meet with chambers From Page 19 And business owners told them they want to see more work done on recognizing foreign credentials, for government to address a shortage in skilled workers, and for government to do more to address violent crime involving businesses. “There’s a concern on the impact of crime on business,”

5182 TOPAZ PL, RICHMOND

Merilee McCaffery 604-307-9722

#12 - 4411 Williams Rd., RMD $509,000 Merilee McCaffery 604-307-9722

#602 - 8120 Lansdowne Rd., RMD $618,800 Louise Uy 604-788-4549

Louise Uy 604-788-4549

SAT 2 - 4

SUN 2-4

#107 - 6033 Katsura St., RMD $349,900/ 2 BDRM & DEN Iryna S. 604-763-3669

Iryna S. 604-763-3669

#39-11160 Kingsgrove Ave, RMD $365,000 Merilee McCaffery 604-307-9722

#136 - 2738 158th St, S. SURREY $535,888 Merilee McCaffery 604-307-9722

Jose (Joey) Ong 604-351-2142

Layla Yang 604-781-7869

Karen Will 604-786-3155

SAT/ SUN 2 - 4

#8-22571 Westminster Hwy., RMD $469,900 Tina Gonzalez 778-837-1144

Tina Gonzalez 778-837-1144

3091 Broadway St, RMD $869,000 Tina Gonzalez 778-837-1144

NEW LISTING!

#123 - 8751 General Currie, RMD $339,800 Izabela Wasiela 604-779-8045

11171 Steveston Hwy, RMD $585,000 Jose (Joey) Ong 604-351-2142

SUN 2 - 4

Loida Cervantes 604-644-8319

Pam Sutherland 604-802-0227

SUN 2 - 4

#401 - 10523 University Dr. N. SURREY $216,000 Rosemarie Vaughan 604-314-6912

Rosemarie Vaughan 604-314-6912

#104 - 8700 Ackroyd Rd., RMD $268,000 Rosemarie Vaughan 604-314-6912

#23 – 11491 7th Ave., RMD $449,000 Pam Sutherland 604-802-0227

#401 - 4280 Moncton St, RMD $419,000/ Penthouse Helen Pettipiece 604-341-7997

#306 - 4600 Westwater Dr., RMD $398,000 Helen Pettipiece 604-341-7997

3 BEDROOMS, 2 baths QUIET, CORNER, SOUTH Walk to Schools, Bus, Park, Shops

NEW LISTING!

#208-8120 Bennett Rd $387,000 Apartment

Izabela Wasiela 604-779-8045

15124 60th Ave., SURREY $528,000 Izabela Wasiela 604-779-8045

#208 - 8591 Westminster, RMD $278,000 Rosemarie Vaughan 604-314-6912

Migin Kan 604-760-9192

MIGIN KAN 604-760-9192

VISIT SEAFAIR OPEN HOMES. COM!

Helen Pettipiece 604-341-7997

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The tradition continues at Silver Ridge... A collection of 3 & 4 bedroom parkside homes in the award winning community of Silver Ridge, featuring distinct quality and craftsmanship with exceptional finishings and impressive living spaces. Hampstead is everything you want in a home. Naturally.

Pre-Sales Event is now on! Prices starting from $459,900

PRE-SALES EVENT located at the Stoneleigh Presentation Centre

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Maple Ridge: 13851 – 232nd St. Open Every Day: Noon - 5pm

ABERNETHY WAY

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132 AVE

604.466.9278 HampsteadLiving.ca

DEWDNEY TRUNK RD

portraithomes.ca/blog/

BUILDING AWARD-WINNING COMMUNITIES FOR TODAY... AND FOR YEARS TO COME.

Marketing and Sales by Portrait Homes Realty Ltd. This is not an offering for sale. Price excludes taxes. E. & O. E.

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CHECK THESE OUT! HARRY GARCHA, Realtor with Trusted Service Great Family Home with 6 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, 3 washrooms. Main portion with 4 bedrooms and basement with 2 bedrooms and separate entry. Close to school, transit and park. Hot water tank & roof 4 years old. This is the place you want to live study & worship. Back lane access. OPEN SATURDAY, 2-4.

$828,888

SIMPLY STUNNING $50,000 FULL RENO 2009. Too many upgrades to list. MUST BE SEEN! Open ﬂoor plan, fabulous backyard, new deck. New paint, crown, ﬂooring, 2” blinds, stacking washer/dryer. A dream kitchen overlooks the living room & backyard. Spectacular bathroom. OPEN SUNDAY, 2-4.

$348,888

ENJOY LIFE AT CENTRE OF SURREY. Great for Evaluation, FIRST TIME BUYERS or INVESTORS. Studio please call with balcony, laminate ﬂoors, SS appliances, me direct at: high quality ﬁnishings. A full size gym in building. 2-5-10 warranty. Fantastic Location, walk to 604-618-9605 Skytrain, university, & all amenities. Was rented for $750/month. Fast possession possible.

$168,888

For a tour of these properties, or an FREE Home

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9860 AQUILA ROAD

“MAKING A DIFFERENCE WITH EVERY MOVE YOU MAKE”

11718 KINGSBRIDGE DR.

$408,800 - 308-8400 Anderson Road, Richmond #425 - 13321 102A AVE

For service

Quality built Argentum. 9' ceilings, open floor plan, sleek S/S appliances, very downtown contemporary, beautiful cabinetry, granite countertops, engineered wood flooring, lots of light. Great patio for BBQ's. Corner suite, quiet side of the building. Great facilities, roof top common deck, exercise room. Close to Canada line and easy access to Vancouver.

$1,398,888

WILL BUILD TO SUIT! Three level home with 2,871 sq. ft. having two call Nancy at rental units with separate entry. 604-317-3998 BE THE FIRST AND GET IT CUSTOM BUILT. in Mandarin,

Your Satisfaction

135 EAST 48TH AVE. EAST CAMBIE MANSION

NEW EXECUTIVE MANSION - IRONWOOD $1,498,888

$1,498,888

is my

$249,000 - 313-8720 No. 1 Road, Richmond

GUARANTEE!

Insuite laundry, peaceful view, beautifully kept 2 bedroom suite. Second bedroom being used as open den; Easy to put back wall to close off bedroom. Warm neutral paint colors. Very spacious bright 2 piece ensuite. Mrs. Clean lives here. This is spotless!

SUTTON GROUP – SEAFAIR, Brokerage INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

Tel: 604-618-9605

Email: hgarcha@sutton.com

Website: futurestep-realty.ca

Macdonald Realty, 203-5188 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC V7C 5S7

The above information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Not intended to solicit current listed properties.

Bob Schmitz Seafair W E S T M A R

THE HEART OF STEVESTON • #307 – 4211 BAYVIEW ST. OPEN SUN

604.908.2045 www.bobschmitz.net

211 DOUGLAS CRES. RICHMOND $595,000

2-4 PM Prime location and plan for this choice corner 2 bedroom &

den home situated in THE VILLAGE. Sought after 1,224 sq. ft. plan. Walk to shops, restaurants & the waterfront boardwalk. Ideal for down-sizers! $638,000

TRENDY TOWNHOME • #18 – 9751 FERNDALE RD. Quick access to Hwy. 99 & 91 from this near new town home in MIORA – located near No. 4 Rd. & Westminster Hwy. Immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home boasts gourmet kitchen & sunny, expansive, west-facing backyard. $538,000

CHARM & CHARACTER OPEN SAT

•

OPEN SAT

2-4 PM

#13 – 4771 GARRY ST.

2-4 PM Abound in this 1,830 sq ft DETACHED TOWNHOME in

Steveston’s GARRY CORNER. Warm wood floors, spacious bedrooms, lovely layout & west backyard. Minutes from McMath & Westwind schools – sweet! $698,000

LIVES LARGE • 4311 SHACKLETON GATE Spacious & spotless 3 bedroom home in prestigious SOUTHWYND. The living & dining rooms have dramatic vaulted ceilings. Updated kitchen is beautiful & bright with lovely maple cabinets plus HUGE master suite. $886,000

OPEN SUN

2-4 PM

www.AnnePiche.com • apiche@sutton.com Sutton S eafair 550-9100 Blundell Road • 604-273-3155

OPEN SUN. 2 - 4PM You’re not buying just a house here. You’re buying a cozy, yet roomy, home and a lifestyle — one that takes you back to an era of neighbours, friends and community. This great little 1,110sq.ft. 2 bedroom and den home offers a number of improvements both inside and out, including the kitchen and roof. The original ﬁr ﬂoors add to the charm and character too. If it’s entertaining you enjoy, or just need extra room for the kids or dog to roam, the big landscaped yard with the big sundeck are perfect. All of this is located in likely the best location in the Metro area. Easy access to transit and Canada Line as well as a skip over the bridge into Vancouver or the freeways to the south. Richmond’s best kept secret. Come home to Burkeville today.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 114

FOR MEN OF GOOD CHARACTER

130

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HELP WANTED

130

Ian Biddlecombe

604-657-1365

YELLOW PAGES PHONE BOOKS

Port City Enterprises Ltd is hiring for Truck Driver. $23/hr, 40hrs/wk. Mail – 2060 Vandyke Place, Richmond, BC V6V 1X9. Fax – 604-2320255.

Mature persons with car or truck to deliver Yellow Pages™ Telephone Directories in the Vancouver area.

Call 1-800-661-1910 or 604-421-9171

LOST AND FOUND

LOST - CAT; grey male, no collar, 3000 blk of Blundell. ‘’Jack’’ is very friendly - he’s a stray, and we want to know if he’s being looked after? Pls call: (604)277-6847. LOST: HARLEY DAVIDSON, men’s silver bracelet. Lost in the vicinity of Westminister Hwy and Minoru Blvd around 8pm on Saturday, January 14. Call Doug 604.377.4055

CHILDREN

115

EDUCATION .

125

FOSTER/SOCIAL CARE

NEWLY licensed Infant/Toddler group care in Richmond opens soon. No Registration fee for first 5. Email joymon30@gmail.com. Call Susan @604-278-0678 DO YOU OFFER HOME SERVICES?

Home Improvements, Landscaping, Rubbish Removal, etc... Call today to place your ad bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS to Every Hunter in BC! Advertise in The BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis 2012-2014 publication. Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition! Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca DEALERSHIPS Available - Polar Outdoor Furnaces. www.toplinedist.com or email topline@mts.net

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES GREAT CAREER Opportunity in Oil and Gas Industry! Looking for young energetic individual with Class 1 license interested in learning to operate a Pile Installation truck/equipment in the Fort St. John, BC area. Opportunity to achieve full time steady work making great wages and benefits. Fax or email resumes to: 1888-731-8027 or rachel@hitimeservices.com Check us out! www.hitimeservices.com

Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.

Make it yours. Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.bc.ca

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WAREHOUSE WORKERS & SUPERVISORS Trans Global Reload 2008 Inc. is hiring for Warehouse Workers ($16.05/hr) & Warehouse Supervisors ($19.72/hr). Mail – 2060 Vandyke Place, Richmond, BC. V6V 1X9 or Fax – 604-232-0255.

Head Janitor Req’d ; Exp. 1-2 yrs; F/T, Pmt, Sal:$17.00/hr. Duties; Supervise and co-ordinate staff. Hire & train new staff. Perform cleaning duties. Inspect site. Prepare work schedule. Receive payments. Assist cleaners in performing duties. Lang: English required. Punjabi is an asset. Available: Day / Evening / Night. Contact: Ramanjit from Standard Building Maintenance at Richmond, BC. E-mail resume: sbm.raman@yahoo.ca or Fax: 604-275-7318 Infant/Toddler teacher needed URGENTLY in Richmond. Email resume to joymon30@gmail.com and call Susan at 604-278-0678.

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15102040 Baydala Crt, Davies Crt, Pl, Finalyson Crt, Dr Gagnon Pl, Tait Crt 133 15101029

4000 Blair Dr, Fisher Gt, Howard St, Shepherd Dr

193

Catalina Cres, Lancaster Cres, Miller Rd (Burkeville)

Wellington Cres (Burkeville)

If you are experiencing delays in the processing of your EI, CPP, OAS, Veterans Affairs, or CIC claims, please call the “Ofﬁce For Client Satisfaction”

14500434

115

EDUCATION

BECOME AN OPTICIAN IN ONLY 6 MONTHS Optical Dispensing is a high-growth industry with good pay and job security. Train for a “Career With Vision”. START YOUR OWN BUSINESS!! • 6-month program . . . starts Feb. 20th, 2012 • Financial assistance available • Hurry . . . enrolment limited!!

B.C. COLLEGE OF OPTICS #208 - 10070 King George Blvd., Surrey, BC www.bccollegeofoptics.ca

604.581.0101

SANDWICH ARTISTS Riverport Entertainment Park

Earn up to $20/hour. NO sales, NO commissions! Full training provided. Travel, dress sharp & have fun! Must be outgoing. Call Marcia 604-777-2195

ALL SHIFTS, F/T & P/T No experience necessary. Uniform and training provided. 1 free meal included daily.

TIME TO PRESSURE WASH YOUR HOME? Browse through bcclassified.com’s Business Service section in the 200-300’s. Class 341 - Pressure Washing

134

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

SUBWAY. Call Liz 604-204-0127 Please No Calls Between 11:30 - 1:30PM

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

BUTCHER

Retail or wholesale (NOC: 6251) required for Donald’s Fine Foods. Immediate openings at our Richmond & Langley locations for 10 qualified / exp. Meat Cutters. Duties; Cut, trim and prepare cuts of meat, supervise other workers and provide training. Must speak English. Permanent / Full-time – 40 hours per week. Full Benefits after completion of probation. Wages: $16.04 per/hour.

HELP WANTED

MODEL/TALENT AGENCIES

MOVIE EXTRAS ! WWW.CASTINGROOM.COM Families, Kids, Tots & Teens!! Register Now Busy Film Season

All Ages, All Ethnicities

CALL 604-558-2278

130

HELP WANTED

Kids and Adults Needed Kids and Adults Needed

15000104

PACIFIC Home Warranty is looking for a F/T New Home Construction Inspector. Must have construction experience and be able to travel. Fax resumes to 604-574-4779 or email hr@pacificwarranty.com

134

Wild & Crazy Can’t Be Lazy

130

HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HELP WANTED

E-mail: careers@ donaldsﬁnefoods.com or fax: 604.533.0896

15000102

1–866-506-6806

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IMPORTANT PUBLIC NOTICE

CUSTOMER SERVICE No Associated Fees Enjoy this unique and interesting position and the associated training. Are you interested in providing feedback to a Fortune 50 company specific to store conditions and service levels? Hourly rate for driving time, observation time, report time applies. Mileage reimbursed based on distance associated with assignments. For additional information and to submit an on line application visit: https://qualityshopper.org No Associated Fees

EDUCATION

Mon.- Fri. 8 am - 4 pm

Become a Psychiatric Nursetrain locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com

HELP WANTED

Kelowna Pacific Railway Ltd has an immediate opening for a Superintendent of Operations, based out of our Vernon, BC offices. The successful applicant will have at least five years of railway operations experience, hold current rules qualification and have a strong focus on safety and customer service. Please submit resumes to: info@khawk.ca Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

DELIVERY PERSONS

TRUCK DRIVER

Freemasonry is a fraternity open to all men regardless of ethnicity or religion. For more information:

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

8000 Blk No 4 Rd

15102996

2000 Blk Shell Rd, River Dr

14701435

9000 Blk Blundell

14500430

Dayton Ave, Dixon Ave, Myron Crt

125

14304042

Evancio Cres, Jaskow Dr, Gate, Pl, Pauleshin Cres

144

14301163

Gainsborough Dr, Reynolds Dr, Pl, Whistler Pl

106

14304047

Lackner Cres

110

14402451

Ash Str, Pinewell Cres, Pl

14302277

8000 Blk Of Railway Ave

14302320

8000 Blk Of No 2 Rd

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4000 Blk Steveston Hwy (Inc Townhomes)

14100220

6th Ave, 7th Ave (Steveston)

95 63

14100225

11631 7th Ave (Townhomes- Steveston)

14903081

Robson Dr, Crt, Barnard Dr

14903050

5500-6999 No 1 Rd

14903051

Gamba Dr, Nicolle Pl, Tucker Ave

14903063

Clematis Dr, Coltsfoot Dr, Larkspur Ave, Mariposa Crt

115

14903073

Gibbons Dr (6000 Blk), Tifﬁn Cres

14903089

4000 Blk River Rd (Between No 1 & Mccallan)

14903071

Forsyth Cres, 4000 Blk Westminster Hwy

14903076

5000 Blk Gibbons Dr, WestmiNster Hwy

14903072

Forsyth Cres

14903064

Riverdale Dr

14203135

Fairdell Cres

14201154

5000 Blk Williams Rd

14304052

9000 Blk Of No 2 Rd

14203260

Lancelot Dr, Gt, Crt

14301274

Cormorant Crt, Steveston Hwy

14901036

Turquoise Dr

50 115

14600670

Seacote Rd, Seaﬁeld Cres

14903070

Cornwall Dr, Pl, Crt

14600555

Seagrave Rd, Seaton Crt,Pl, Rd, Seavale Rd

14901020

2000blk River Rd, 2000 Blk Westminster Hwy

14600673

Sealord Rd , Sealord Pl

14901174

5000 Blk Blundell Rd

14600810

6000-8000 Blk Of No 5 Rd

126

14202262

4000 Blk Francis Rd

14402470

Bisset Dr , Bisset Pl

14202041

Mahood Dr

14401544

10000 Blk Of No 4 Rd

14202045

Geal Rd, Groat Ave

14401611

Dennis Cres, Pl, Wilkinson Rd

14202023

9000 Blk No 1 Rd, Pendlebury Rd

14401612

Dennis Cres

14201121

Gander Crt, Dr, Pl, St. Johns Pl

Cornerbrook Cres, St Brides Crt, Pl, St Vincents Crt, Pl

14402450

Albion Rd, Aquila Rd

14201126

14401714

9500-10800 Block Shell

14901118

Emerald Pl, Pearl Crt

14902141

Eperson Rd, Willowﬁeld Dr

14401660

Ainsworth Cres, Moddocks Rd

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HOME SERVICE GUIDE PLUMBING & HEATING

GARBAGE/JUNK REMOVAL

â&#x20AC;˘ Plumbing Service & Repairs â&#x20AC;˘ Boilers & Furnaces â&#x20AC;˘ Gas Work

HEATING SYSTEM SERVICE SPECIAL ONLY $98

Local Plumbers

OVER 2O YEARS SERVICE

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Call George 778 886-3186

www.westwindhome.ca Fully Licensed, Insured, WCB

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HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

HELP WANTED

Plumbing â&#x20AC;˘ Electrical â&#x20AC;˘ Woodwork â&#x20AC;˘ Drywall â&#x20AC;˘ Bathrooms â&#x20AC;˘ Painting â&#x20AC;˘ Handyman â&#x20AC;˘ Textured Ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ FREE Quotes Door Repairs: Patio â&#x20AC;˘ Pocket â&#x20AC;˘ Bi-folds â&#x20AC;˘ Shower Insured / WCB and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a Nice Guy! Mike Favel â&#x20AC;˘ 604-341-2681

RENOVATIONS

QUALITY MAINTENANCE SERVICES â&#x20AC;˘ Painting â&#x20AC;˘ Drywall â&#x20AC;˘ Texturing â&#x20AC;˘ All General Repairs & Installations QUALITY WORK & REASONABLE RATES SERVING RICHMOND FOR 25 YEARS

182 BUILDING MANAGER/ CONCIERGE Five Star Building Maintenance has an immediate F/T openings (d/t only) for experienced & enthusiastic Building Managers/Concierges.

ARMONIA IN DESIGN BY RONALDO INC. PAINTING Installations â&#x20AC;˘ Woodwork â&#x20AC;˘ Flooring 778-881-6478 â&#x20AC;˘ 604-247-8888 â&#x20AC;˘ ä¸ć&#x2013;&#x2021;ć&#x153;?ĺ&#x2039;&#x2122; 604-780-8888 140-6751 Graybar Road, Richmond

PERSONAL SERVICES

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HELP WANTED

Ronaldo Contracting Since 1981 Kitchen â&#x20AC;˘ Baths â&#x20AC;˘ Renovations

CALL MELVYN 604.274.4758 OR CELL: 604.839.4758

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS

PAINTING & GENERAL REPAIRS

Plumbing * Heating * Electrical * Carpentry * Painting * Tiling

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

SUPPORT LOCAL SAME DAY SERVICE! 185-9040 BLUNDELL ROAD, RICHMOND

â&#x20AC;&#x153;HAUL ANYTHINGâ&#x20AC;ŚBUT DEAD BODIES!â&#x20AC;?

PLUMBING/HOME IMPROVEMENTS

We s t w i n d

RENOVATIONS

BradsJunkRemoval.com 6 220.JUNK(5865) 0

Licensed, Insured & Bonded

604-868-7062

REVIEW

FINANCIAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

You must be able to provide criminal record check and possess a valid BC Security licence.

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Please email your resume to resumes@ďŹ vestarbc.ca or fax to 604-435-0516

LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC for busy logging company in the Fraser Valley Area. Must have valid BC drivers licence.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your rĂŠsumĂŠ by indicating the following reference number HDX-12-016 (Station Attendant (Ramp Attendant)) to cv@handlex.ca or visit our website: www.transat.com

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Competitive Wages & BeneďŹ ts After 3 mos. Please fax 604-796-0318 or e-mail: mikayla.tamihilog@shaw.ca

DBathrooms DKitchens DCountertop Replacement DEntrance Doors DFrench Doors DSiding DSundecks DLaminate Floors DEnclosures DCeramic Tile DCustom Mouldings DReplacement Windows DInterior Painting

CLEANING SERVICES

CALL FOR A FREE IN HOME ESTIMATE

604-244-9153

251 DRAFTING AND DESIGN

â&#x20AC;˘ Mechanical / Structural â&#x20AC;˘ Architectural / Home Renos. â&#x20AC;˘ Preliminary & Final Plans

604-943-0106

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

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NEED help tweaking your home? Call us. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re home renovation specialists. Walls. Tiles. Floors. Kitchens. Bathrooms. Closets. freshcoatapaint.ca 778.881.3866

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GENERAL SMALL HOME REPAIRS

& Pressure Washing (sidewalks). ~~ Proudly Serving Richmond ~~

ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

www.MedicalSpaClub.com 6611 No. 2 Road, Richmond BC (604) 284-5501 173E

LOOKING TO Expand Your Horizons? Gulf Islands Film School Camps SPRING BREAK Learn from a pro! 1 and 2 week March 11, 18 & 25 Save$$ Earlybird Special til Jan 31 www.giftsfilms.com 1800.813.9993.

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MOVING & STORAGE

NEW & REPAIR. Bath & KItch, flrs, tiles, moulding, dry-wall, painting, plumbing, wiring. Job guaranteed. WCB ins. Patrick 778-863-7100.

MIN. EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM Reasonable Rates 604-270-6338

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

JASONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. (604)961-7505, 278-0375

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RUBBISH REMOVAL #1 AAA Rubbish Removal

ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

FREE ESTIMATES Joe 604-250-5481

AFFORDABLE MOVING

RECYCLE-IT! JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly â&#x20AC;˘ Electronics â&#x20AC;˘ Appliances â&#x20AC;˘ Old Furniture â&#x20AC;˘ Construction â&#x20AC;˘ Yard Waste â&#x20AC;˘ Concrete â&#x20AC;˘ Drywall â&#x20AC;˘ Junk â&#x20AC;˘ Rubbish â&#x20AC;˘ Mattresses

604-537-4140

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

www.recycleitcanada.ca

329 PAINTING & DECORATING HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PLUMBING

21 Years Serving Rmd. Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service

$45/Hr

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1ST CALL Plumbing, heating, gas, licensed, insured, bonded. Local, Prompt and Prof. 604-868-7062

ABBA MOVERS & DEL. Res/com 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up. 25 yrs of experience.604-506-7576

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

FOOT MATTERS - your custom foot orthotic solution. Over 13 yrs of foot orthotic making experience. HOME SERVICE available. Call 778-998-0912 for appointment.

3 rooms for $269, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

Local & Long Distance

HEALTH PRODUCTS

Running this ad for 7yrs

PAINT SPECIAL

HOME REPAIRS

Reynaldo @ 778-318-8769

Wrinkles? Rosacea? Acne? Age Spots? Overweight?

Quality Painting. Guarantee. Free

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

Rona Building Centre 7111 Elmbridge Way Richmond, BC

DRYWALL

DRYWALL REPAIRS, CEILING TEXTURE SPRAYING. Small Job Specialist. Mike at (604)341-2681

Top Written

no-hassle Service Backed by Professional Installation and our no-nonsense Home Improvement Warranty

Best House CLEANERS. Trusted & reliable. Filipino owned & operated, licensed Prof. touch. Supplies inclâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. House & Office. Move-In/Move-Out. Free Estimate! Daisy 604-727-2955

SH DRAFTING & DESIGN

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

WE GUARANTEE

288 PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

A-1 PAINTING CO. 604.723.8434 Floors & Finishing. Insured, WCB, Est. 20 Years Exp.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca

You are experienced performing administrative duties and coordinating activities related to managing buildings. You have the ability to communicate with building residents, co-workers and the general public in a pleasant and courteous manner and are able to work alone or with others.

We offer attractive wages including comprehensive health & dental benefits.

$5 Million Liability Insurance â&#x20AC;˘ WCB Insured

AFFORDABLE INT/EXT painting. 30 yrs exp. Refs. Free est. Keith 604-433-2279 or 604-777-1223 RONALDO PAINTING (1981) Fully insured, WCB, Licensed 778-881-6478 or 604-247-8888

604.587.5865

bradsjunkremoval.com

Haul Anything... But Dead Bodies!! 604.

220.JUNK(5865)

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

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Your Professional Real Estate Sales Team Serving Our Clients Since 1986 Karen Edmond MacLean Lung 604-657-3839

604-657-6063

$288,888

$339,900

504 - 8851 Lansdowne Road

• Spacious one bedroom • Bright NW corner unit • New Áooring, granite counter-top and bathroom • Steps to Canada Line & Kwantlen HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 367B

SIGNS

M&M SIGNS (Mobile) Banners,ABoard,Window & Car Lettering. Richmond. 778-320-7511 www.mandmsign.com

PETS

6 - 20200 4th Avenue Bright 4 bedroom townhome over 1,500sq.ft. Updated kitchen, bathroom and light fixtures. Sunny southern deck. Steps to dyke and Steveston.

SPORTING GOODS

WAREHOUSE CLEARANCE Ping Pong Table: $199 Air Hockey Table: $175 Poker Table: 1/2 Price. Sale Ends Jan 27th. Visit Home Billiards, 1644 SE Marine Dr. Phone: (604) 321 5553

REAL ESTATE 477

PETS

BENGAL CAT beautiful 3.5 year old male, neutered, fully vaccinated, indoor, very friendly, ok w/dogs, must find good home with no other cats and no kids $250 604-820-1603 BLOOD HOUND PUPS, CKC reg’d health chk, 2nd vac, micro chipped, 4 fem’s. Liver & Tan. Ready to go. $500. Call 604-574-5788. Cairn Terriers: shots/dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. over 20 yrs of referrals. 604-807-5204 or 604-592-5442 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

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HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOMES BC The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing. Call us First! 604.657.9422

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MORTGAGES

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

HAMILTON 2 Bd $800 incl. utilities, shrd laundry & monitor alarm, NO pets & NON smokers. Suit 1 person. Ref REQUIRED 778-8881105. RICHMOND, New 1/bdrm bsmt suite. Nr bus & grocery store. Avail now. (604)720-4700

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

STEVESTON

Upper 3 bdrm., new kitchen and d/w, new carpet, share ldry. Avail. now to responsible tenant. $1400 + 60% utils. N/P N/S. 1 yr. lease. (604)270-7557

752

533

FERTILIZERS

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure $160/13 yds or Well Rotted $180/10 yds. Free Delivery Richmond area. 604-856-8877

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1 & 2 Bdrms

MATTRESSES staring at $99

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS bcclassified.com

RICHMOND, 8500 Lansdowne Rd. Large 2 bdrm, storage room. Avail. Feb. 1. $1150/mo. incl heat & hot water. Call 604-278-9125.

MISC. FOR SALE

RICHMOND, 9500 ODLIN RD. 2 Bdrm. $1400/mo. New unit. N/S, N/P. Avail now. Ph:(604)241-4248

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NEED YOUR PRE-ENGINEERED STEEL BUILDING ERECTED? Professional crews available. We service Western Canada. All Brands. Excl references. Call MSC at 1-800-979-2993

SPACIOUS 1BR in Riverdale area (#2 and Dover Cres). Concrete bldg, new laminate flooring, paint and kitchen. Includes 1 parking, locker and insuite laundry. Partial water view. Easy access to Vancouver and YVR. Avail immed. $1100.00/mth. nga_@hotmail.com or 604-729-1799 (eve pls msgs ok).

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL GREENHOUSE FOR LEASE for flowering & bedding plants. Retail and wholesale. Fully computerized and automated system. 2.5 acres incl. greenhouse. Approx. 43,000 covered area. 1.5 acres set up for outside use. City water. High traffic area. 5498 Gladwin Rd., Abbts. Call 604-807-3910 for more info.

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TRANSPORTATION 847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

2003 Cadillac CTS. Black on black, leather, sunroof. Must see! $10,500, Mint. Phone 604 809 6235

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

1997 MERCEDES E420, all options, mint, garage kept. 118,000 kms. $7200 firm. 604-805-4545.

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $8000 firm. Call 604-538-4883

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TRUCKS & VANS

1998 PONTIAC TRANSPORT, 7 pass., great cond., green, $2000. 604-530-3931, 866-3931

NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others, having claims against the estate of Miu King Ip (AKA: Miu King Chiu) formerly of 7590 Stirling Street, Vancouver, B.C. V5P 4H8, Deceased, died on the 30th day of June, 2011, are hereby required to send particulars to the Executrix Ms. Wai Har Chiu (AKA: Bonnie Wai Har Girard) (AKA: Chiu Wai Har) at 9160 Chapmond Crescent, Richmond, B.C. V7E 1M5 on or before February 28, 2012 after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

1999 CHEVY VENTURE, white, auto, rebuilt trans, head gasket, new brakes, $2495. (604)826-0519 2003 CHEV AVALANCHE, auto., 4x4, white, loaded with options. $10,000 firm (604)538-9257 2006 FORD F350 FX4 Diesel Lariat, full load. Leather etc. Over $10,000 in recent repairs- with receipts - Tires, brakes, shocks etc. No acc. $18,900/obo. (778)3224593 or 778-893-4866 2008 Range Rover Sport, silver with blk interior. showroom condition. luxury pkg. heated front windshield.console cooler. rear heated seats. gorgeous vehicle. 90k s. surrey 604 338 9188 t.dyck1@telus.net

DHI Property Management Inc., doing business as RainÁower Restaurant operating from premises located at 3600 No. 3 Rd, Richmond, BC, V6H 2C1

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto www.UapplyUdrive.ca

RICHMOND, 1 bdrm apt, d/washer new carpet, 2nd flr, u/g prkg, ldry, pool, gym $850/mo. 604-729-7646

Steveston Highway

An Application has been received by the Liquor Control& Licensing Branch and by the City of Richmond from:

Professionally Managed by Colliers International Call 604-841-2665

Call 604-830-4002 or 604-830-8246

• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

165 feet

1999 CHEVY BLAZER, black, mags 2” lift 4x4, Air Cared, std. new clutch $4995 obo 604-826-0519

845

6731– 6735

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT Under the Liquor Control & Licensing Act

Close to schools & public transportation. Spacious 2 & 3 bdrm townhouses. 6 Appl’s., balcony, 2 car garage, 2 full baths, gas f/p. 1 Year lease required. No Pets.

Located in central Richmond, close to all amenities & Kwantlen College. Rent includes heat and hot water.Sorry no pets.

Visit our website: www.aptrentals.net

6711

TOWNHOUSES

QUEENSGATE GARDENS Conveniently Located

RICHMOND

FURNITURE

150 feet

RICHMOND

Available Immediately

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

845

The Scrapper

RICHMOND newly reno’d 1 bdrm upper suite, open kitchen with eating area, hardwood laminate floor, small priv deck, shared laund/utils. Cat ok. $700. Ken 604-729-5022.

85 feet

NEW LISTING

1994 Ford Explorer, 4x4, XLT, very clean, runs great, 160,000kms, Micheline all season tires. AirCared for 2 yrs. $3200. 604-541-0344

RICHMOND: 3 bdr, 2 bathrm main flr of house. Gas f/p. d/w. att garage. $1650: Feb 1 604-273-5644

RICHMOND Centre. 6088 Minoru Blvd, 1 bdrm apt. No pet / smoking. $1100/mth. Pls call (604) 780 2079 Swiss Mountain pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet chck, dewormed. Ready. 604-795-7662

TRANSPORTATION

CARS - DOMESTIC

1996 Honda Accord, auto, 4 dr, red, am/fm/cd, full load, newer tires, lady driven, 197K, $3200. 604-889-5356

SUITES, UPPER

RICHMOND - 2 bdrm suite in new home. Westminster Hwy. & #1, Feb 1. 604-276-1875, 363-0848

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

818

80 feet

6711-6731-6735 STEVESTON HIGHWAY

TRANSPORTATION

SUITES, LOWER

Referred by clients since 1982

Rarely available, prime and assembled properties, with a total dimension of 165 feet wide and 150 feet deep rectangular lots, in west Richmond near the corner of Gilbert Road. Located within good schools’ catchments. Apply for rezoning now or hold the property for future investment gain. Priced for quick sale at $2,888,000 only!

FOR rent, 2 bedroom basement suite in West Richmond available February 1. Comes with fridge, stove, washer and dryer. Close to schools, shopping and bus stop. No smoking, no pets. Big back yard. Rent is $850/month plus utilities. Please call 604-781-4529

751 Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

Kitsilano for $359,800 848 sq.ft. 1 bedroom SW corner suite. Bright wraparound balcony in a well maintained building. Walk to Kits beach, shops & restaurants. RENTALS

Direct: 604-716-0995 Email: limj@sutton.com

POTENTIAL TOWNHOUSE SITE

New Listing

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 578

Seafair Realty 604-273-3155

-LP /LP

Friday, January 20, 2012

Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231

The intent of the application is to request an entertainment endorsement for Food-Primary Liquor Licence No. 303143. The entertainment will be provided for wedding banquet, birthday party, company dinner, community gathering etc. Dance Áoors and soft music will be provided upon customers’ requests. The current operating hours are: Monday to Sunday 9:00 AM to midnight The proposed operating hours are: Monday to Sunday 9:00 AM to midnight.

Auto Loans Approved!! Largest Dealer Group Huge Selection Cars Trucks Vans Suvs. Free delivery BC/AB Best Rates Always Approved. Apply online: autocredit911.com or call Tollfree-1-888-635-9911 DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-910-6402

HOMES FOR RENT

www.PreApproval.cc

SEAFAIR 3 bdrm 2 full bath hse clse to dyke. Pets OK. Avail immed. $2600/mo. 604-837-2268

818

STEVESTON: totally reno’d 3 bdrm, beautiful & quiet. 2 Baths, w/d, d/w, lrg bkyard. N/P, N/S. $1600/mo. Avail Feb 1st. Call: (604)274-2682

2002 BUICK LESABRE Limited Edition, 115K, grey leather int, fully loaded, new front brakes, 6/cyl, 4/door. $5900. Call 604-807-3996.

CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS WITH DOLLAR DEALS 604-575-5555

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $6795/obo. (604)826-0519

CARS - DOMESTIC

Residents and owners of businesses may comment on this application by writing to: City of Richmond Business Licence Division Liquor Licence Applications 6911 No. 3 Road Richmond, B.C., V6Y 2C1 To ensure consideration of your views, your written comments must be received on or before Feb 13th, 2012. Your name, address and phone number must be included with your comments. Please note that your comments may be made available to the applicant and Local government ofÀcials where disclosure is necessary to administer the licensing process.

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Visit our website to check out and register for hundreds of parks, recreation and cultural programs. www.richmond.ca/ register

kudos

Sandra Steier photo (above) Prickly Pear Garden Centre (owners Patti Maskall and Brian Gilmore are pictured above) won ﬁrst place for decorating an extraordinary tree at the held at Gulf of Georgia Cannery. The Steveston Merchants Association supported the event.

EVERYTHING GOES!!!

ALL WINTER FASHIONS BEING LIQUIDATED Kudos is a weekly feature showcasing announcements, achievements and good deeds happening around town. E-mail submissions to news@richmond review.com

Best of

RICHMOND the richmond

War Amps address labels are being mailed to residents of B.C., starting January 17. Owen Greaves, 9, of Richmond, a left-hand amputee, is a member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, one of the programs made possible through the public’s support of the Key Tag and Address Label Service. Owen is holding some samples of the types of labels which are available. Public support of The War Amps Key Tag Service allows child amputees across Canada to continue to grow up with CHAMP. Key tags protect any keys, not just car keys. Since 1946, The War Amps has returned more than one million sets of keys, and the service is more vital than ever, with the extremely high replacement cost of keys and remote devices. Each key tag has a conﬁdentially coded number. Should the keys be lost, the ﬁnder need only call the toll-free number on the back of the tag, or deposit them in any mailbox, and the keys will be returned to the owner by bonded courier. The War Amps receives no government grants. For more information, or to order key tags, call toll-free 1 800 250-3030 or visit waramps.ca.

GARMENTS THAT NORMALLY SELL UPWARDS OF $200 NOW PRICED AT $5 TO $15. 1,000 STYLES TO CHOOSE FROM. SALE STARTS TODAY Fri. 9:30-9

Sat. 9:30-6

Sun. 12-6

604-278-0048 5441 No. 3 Road ACROSS FROM LANSDOWNE MALL *Except Peak

The Grand Ballroom Canada’s biggest

ballroom dance school is right here in Richmond

REVIEW 2011

BEGINNERS BALLROOM CLASS 2-FOR-1 SPECIAL

START ON ANY OF THE FOLLOWING DATES:

• Learn to Salsa, Cha Cha, Waltz, Tango, Jive, Foxtrot. • Tuesday at 7:30 pm or Saturday at 11:00 am. • 10 classes of 1 hr & 20 min. each • All classes are ongoing, so you may start any time and ﬁnish any time within 1 year.

• Tuesday: January 24, 31 • Saturday: January 28 • Bring this coupon or print one from our website. • $98 for 2 people or $49 single

Ongoing Kids Programs Available

Over 16,000 students since 1994! • For complete information, visit www.grandballroom.com 1 2 2 0 0 R I V E R S I D E W AY, R I C H M O N D • 604-273-3130

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#$5,500 Honda Cash Purchase incentive is available on all 2011 Ridgeline models. $1,500 Honda Cash Purchase incentive plus $3,000 Consumer Incentive Dollars is available on all 2011 Accord models. Consumer Incentive Dollars are inclusive of tax. $1,500 Honda Cash Purchase incentive is available on all 2011 Civic models. $3,500 Honda Cash Purchase incentive is available on all 2011 CR-V models. $4,000 Honda Cash Purchase incentive is available on all 2011 Odyssey and 2011 Pilot models. Honda cash purchase incentive will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease or ﬁnance offers. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. Offer valid from January 4th, 2012 through January 31st, 2012 at participating Honda retailers. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

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Chinese New Year

Entering the Year of the Dragon True North figures to do better than most nations, says fortune teller by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter

ortune teller Sherman Tai said 2012 figures to be an unstable year, as it’s the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac, and specifically the water dragon. While the year will see major storms, natural disasters and unstable temperatures, Tai predicts B.C. will very lucky, with relatively little snow here. He sees the Canadian dollar remaining steady at about 95 or 96 cents compared to the U.S. greenback, and an economically stable first half to 2012. The third quarter of 2012 will see an improvement in consumer confidence and more economic recovery. Asia will perform better than any other place in the world. On the bad news front, 2012 won’t be a good one for American president Barack Obama, who Tai said will lose the election on Nov. 6. And a serious infectious disease will hit Asia and the southern part of the world, though not as severe as SARS but more akin to the avian flu. “This year, everyone needs to be careful especially when eating and drinking,” he said. The U.S. economy won’t improve significantly, Tai said, and as a result that will dampen and slow the recover in neighbouring Canada. “But Canada will be good compared to other nations,” he said. The Dragon is the sole mythical creature in the Chinese zodiac, and its origins date back to stories that are hundreds of years old. Farmers blamed severe weather conditions, ranging from flooding to drought, on the mythical fire-breathing monster. To curry favour from it, the dragon was adopted as a guardian angel symbol, and farmers hoped for a good harvest and fruitful results. While 2012 is the Year of the Dragon, the most powerful of the 12 Chinese zodiac symbols, there are a total of five types of dragons: water, wood, fire, earth and metal.

Martin van den Hemel photo Sherman Tai believes Canada will do better on the economic front than most nations, and that B.C. will be very lucky on the weather front.

This is the year of the water dragon, and those born this year are considered to be powerful and energetic. The water dragon is sentimental and passionate but emotionally unstable, the metal dragon is strict, the earth

dragon is stubborn, conservative but considerate. The wood dragon is more intelligent, but overly careful and has difﬁculty making decisions. The ﬁre dragon has a bad temper, but has lots of energy and is very powerful.

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Martin van den Hemel photo Award-winning chef Tony Luk from The Jade Seafood Restaurant on Alexandra Road has created a special menu ﬁlled with promise, including Sauteed Prawns with Luk’s special Yunnan Morel Mushroom Sauce, and his vegetarian dish Assorted Mushroom Wrapped in Bean Curd with Fat Choy.

Something just as special awaits at local restaurants at this time of year, where it’s not so much the past that’s fodder for tales, but the hope for the future. With the Chinese New Year around the corner—celebrated on Monday, Jan. 23—local restaurants have been decked out with special decorations, with red and gold lanterns, dragons, fireworks and

envelopes. But beyond the superficial is the thoughtful symbolism that’s behind the special items now featured on local Chinese restaurant menus, including at The Jade Seafood Restaurant on Alexandra Road. Award-winning chef Tony Luk has crafted a promise-filled special menu that is sure to tantalize the taste buds and delight the hearts of Chinese New Year celebrants. Luk’s Assorted Mushroom Wrapped in Bean Curd with Fat Choy looks a little like a pillow surrounded by bok choy and balls of hair. But this item is meant to symbolize clarity of thinking and meditation on making money. The bean curd envelopes a variety of vegetables including different mushrooms, and is designed to look like the cushion on which monks sit while meditating. See Page B3

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Chinese New Year Prawns invoke fun and laughter From Page B1 And the eight balls of a stringy vegetable that look like balls of hair are actually a water-based plant from Tibet known as fat choy that’s dried in the sun, and along with the eight bok choy— eight is considered lucky because it sounds like the word for making wealth—help decorate the dish and the two “choys” (fat choy, and bok choy) bring to mind Gung Hei Fat Choy, or Happy New Year. Luk spoke to The Richmond Review this week, with Rae Kung from the Chinese Restaurant Awards serving as translator. He said that chefs are conscious of the fact that an increasing number of people want to eat healthier, and his vegetarian dish keeps that in mind. His special sauteed prawn dish also offers

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Richmond Review · Page B13

Chinese New Year

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by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Richmond’s major malls will be buzzing for the next two weeks as part of the Chinese New Year celebrations. The festivities kick off this week with the 2012 Chinese New Year Flower and Gift Fair at Aberdeen Centre. The fair will run until 12:30 a.m. on Jan. 22. Aberdeen Centre mall has been undergoing a slow transformation over the past week, with hundreds of red lanterns strung from balconies, and a major display being erected next to the mall’s fountain. Canada Post will be hosting an autograph signing event for the Year of the Dragon on Saturday, Jan. 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. Then on Sunday, Jan. 22, the

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Richmond Review · Page B15

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