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Food truck causes a stir in Steveston Street Meet’s mobile food truck offered lunch last weekend from a city street by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter A food truck caused a stir in Steveston last weekend when it began selling Mediterranean style street food despite a bylaw that doesn’t allow mobile food vendors on city streets. Street Meet, a fast food business that operates from a bright yellow truck, set up shop on Bayview Street Saturday and Sunday, at one point parking in front of the vacant Esso marine site. Reviews on Twitter were mixed. One noted “it was so awesome” to have street food in Steveston, while others questioned how a food truck was allowed to operate while parked on one of Steveston’s busiest streets. “Support your local merchants, not the illegal food truck in Steveston,” read a tweet from the Steveston Merchants Association. Vince Morlet, owner of Tapenade Bistro, was one of several local restaurateurs who was asking questions on the sunny weekend. He said small eateries along the waterfront offering takeout would be most impacted by the addition of food trucks, which have the ability to avoid the slow, rainy days other taxpaying Steveston businesses must endure. “To have trucks just swoop in on the odd busy day come

photo courtesy of twitter.com/steveston The Street Meet food truck operating on Bayview Street Saturday.

in, I don’t know how it really adds to the community,” he said. “Our concern is one food truck today, and (later) we have 20 lined up.” City spokesperson Ted Townsend said food trucks, if licensed, can only operate on private property—not city streets—by agreement with the landowner. He said a bylaw allows only continually-moving mobile food vendors—which may stop to make a sale—such as ice cream trucks. Street Meet operators Alessandro Vianello and Mike Carter insist they have a li-

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cence and can legally sell food up to two hours on any street location in the city, provided they’re legally parked. After two hours, they must move 100 metres away, said Carter. But Townsend said Street Meet was given a mobile food vending licence “under the understanding they would be serving work sites and movie sites.” “They were not given permission to park on-street for any length of time,” he said. “There’s obviously a misunderstanding and miscommunication there and it’s obviously something we’ll be following

up on.” Staff at Richmond City Hall are looking into the possibility of allowing food vendors to operate more freely around Canada Line stations, but a report for city council hasn’t yet been prepared. Townsend said there’s been some increased interest in food trucks in Richmond due to the popularity in Vancouver, but interest is still “fairly small,” noting two or three food truck businesses have licences to operate in Richmond. Nonetheless, Carter said there’s demand for his food

truck, saying he sold out of food each day they operated in Steveston Village. “The demand was overwhelming and the feedback was amazingly positive,” he said. He said they plan to be back in Richmond Thursday at Saba and No. 3 roads serving lunch street-side to pedestrians near the Richmond-Brighouse Station of the Canada Line. “We set up shop in Richmond at 3 and Saba without really letting anybody know,” he said, referring to their opening day last Thursday, “and we had a lineup in 10 minutes.”

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Shops have lots on line as Canucks get ready for another Stanley Cup run Players jerseys selling like hotcakes as NHL playoffs near by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter Larry Weiss will be doing more than just rooting for the Vancouver Canucks to make a deep run as the NHL playoffs begin tonight. The owner of Collectors Den at Lansdowne Centre mall has been selling between a dozen and several dozen jerseys weekly, and last year’s run to the Stanley Cup Finals certainly helped his bottom line in 2011. As the playoffs draw near, fans are again opening their wallets, willing to shell out upwards of $130 for a semi-pro jersey sporting Canucks’ blue and green. A pro jersey sells for $250. But the spectre of counterfeit jerseys and organized crime looms once again, an example of which hangs from Weiss’s ceiling. To the untrained eye, the one made in a sweatshop in India looks well made. But a diehard fan may quickly realize that the colours are off, with the knock-off sporting a darker green, and too-large lettering above the crest at the front of the jersey. Place it side-by-side with the real deal from Reebok, and the differences become more obvious. The counterfeit jersey sells for just $60, compared to $250 for a real pro-jersey, meaning there’s a real temptation for shoppers to look the other way. Tom Prochnow, National Hockey League group vice president of legal and business affairs, urged fans to consider where their money is going before making that choice. He said organized crime, and even terrorism, is funded through the sale of counterfeit sports jerseys and merchandise. And then there’s the working conditions in the overseas sweatshops that produce the fake products, where there’s no requirement to keep high labour standards and working conditions. Businesses around the globe lose between

ESL college students could get tuition break Some applicants to Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s English as a Second Language programs may be eligible to receive their ESL instruction tuition-free. A joint initiative between the Canadian federal government, the ministries of Advanced Education and Jobs, Tourism and Innovation are making funding available to cover the costs of ESL tuition for some ESL students at Kwantlen. The tuition-free program supports access for immigrants and Canadian citizens who want to develop their English skills in order to actively participate in the labour force, pursue further education and contribute to their communities. Those eligible include Canadian citizens and permanent residents enrolling in Kwantlen’s English Language Studies Diploma or English Language Preparatory Program, as well as individuals in Canada on a work permit as part of Citizen and Immigration Canada’s Live-in Caregiver Program. For a list of ESL tuition-free eligibility and details on how to qualify, visit www.kwantlen.ca/ esltuitionfree.

Martin van den Hemel photo Can you spot the fake? Larry Weiss from Collectors Den at Lansdowne Centre mall, displays two Vancouver Canucks jerseys, one a $60 knockoff, the other authentic from Reebok.

$600 and $700 billion each year because of counterfeiting, he said. The extent of the problem in the NHL is unclear, Prochnow added, though the seizure figures are not overwhelming. During the 2011 playoffs, some 3,500 counterfeit items were seized at a value of $500,000. So far this year, some 3,000 knock-off items have been seized, worth more than $650,000. But the NHL doesn’t know, Prochnow said, how much merchandise is slipping past customs officers. The trouble is that there aren’t huge shipping containers filled with tens of thousand of fake

jerseys making their way to North America. Rather, websites are set up in Asia, offering these too-good-to-be-true deals, with products shipping in low quantities directly to the purchaser. And that means making a bust with a large quantity of products less likely. Prochnow said the quality of the fake gear will quickly become apparent as soon as the buyer tosses them into the wash. “You get what you pay for,” he said. He said the fake jerseys are poorly assembled, the colours are off, and players’ names are sometimes misspelled. And after washing, the colours quickly fade and the jerseys fall apart.

By supporting counterfeiters, fans are also hurting their own community, and more specifically the upstanding local businessman who plays by the rules. Counterfeit hockey jerseys weren’t a problem until about four or five years ago, with counterfeiters having focused on baseball and National Basketball Association apparel previously. Keith Leach, director of NHL merchandise for Reebok, said one of the company’s focuses is to raise public awareness. “You don’t know where the jerseys are coming from or how they are produced.” And he said the money is definitely not staying in North America.

Touchstone Family Association gets $210,000 for Street Smarts project

Local heroes honoured at 911 Awards tonight

Touchstone Family Association’s Street Smarts Project has received $210,000 to continue its prevention work with young people who may be at risk of joining a gang. Justice Minister and Attorney General Shirley Bond made the announcement at Touchstone last week as a total of 185 community groups, local governments and policing agencies are sharing $5.5 million to help reduce youth involvement in gangs, prevent violence against women and children, and further crime prevention. The money is available thanks to a record year of civil forfeiture proceeds, Bond said. Touchstone’s Street Smarts Project serves youth referred by probation officers, school counselors, and past participants who themselves are now session leaders. Twelve-week group sessions and one-onone mentorship focus on life skills, personal goals and barriers youth face in seeking jobs, academic success, and peers and

First responders will be honoured tonight (Wednesday) at the Richmond Chamber of Commerce’s 10th annual 911 Awards at River Rock Casino Resort. The dinner and awards ceremony will honour nominees, for their bravery and contributions to the community, from RCMP, Richmond Fire-Rescue, Coast Guard, B.C. Ambulance Service and other community safety workers. Former B.C. premier Mike Harcourt is the keynote speaker for the event. Awards will be handed out in 10 categories: Police Team, Officer or Auxiliary Member of the Year; Fire-Rescue Crew or Firefighter of the Year; Coast Guard Crew, Member or Auxiliary of the Year; Ambulance Crew or Ambulance Paramedic of the year; Community Safety – Business Initiative Award; Community Safety - Business Partner Award; RCMP Career Achievement Award; Fire-Rescue Career Achievement Award; Coast Guard Career Achievement Award; and Ambulance Paramedic Career Achievement Award.

friends who are not criminally involved. “This funding will bring new stability and energy to our work,” said Judy Valsonis, director of operations, Touchstone Family Association. “It means being able to plan ahead, let youth know in advance that we’ll be running sessions throughout the year, and we can strengthen the program and materials we use. More importantly, it will assist in building a healthy community for everyone.” “Most of what civil forfeiture takes away has links to drugs and gang and organized crime,” said Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard. “So it’s very fitting that this large grant to Touchstone—and others like it—are helping families and communities to reach out to their young people, get involved in their lives in meaningful ways and help to steer and support them toward positive goals and outcomes in their lives.”

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Pump station nets engineering award No. 4 Road structure features public plaza and doubles pumping capacity

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The new No. 4 Road pump station does double the work the previous facility did, while offering new public amenities.

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The City of Richmond intends to sell 13100, 13120 and 13140 No. 2 Road, legally described as: Parcel Identifier: 011-901-861, 011-901-853 and 011-901-829 Lots 3, 4 and 5, all of Block 2, Section 18, Block 3 North, Range 6 West, Plan 693

Join us for the City of Richmond’s annual spring series of talks about art in the city and its importance to creating connections between citizens and their communities.

to Oris Development (Kawaki) Corp. or its designate for a disposition price of $5,803,180. For information please contact: Robert Kates, Manager, Real Estate Services City of Richmond 6911 No. 3 Road Richmond, BC V6Y 2C1 Telephone: 604-276-4212

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City Board 5 Year Financial Plan (2012-2016) Bylaw No. 8867 The Community Charter requires that Council adopt a 5 Year Financial Plan each year prior to the adoption of the Annual Property Tax Rates Bylaw.

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On city streets, a quiet revolution is brewing. “Knit graffiti” is an international guerrilla movement that started underground and is now embraced by crochet and knitting artists of all stripes. From political messages embroidered into chainlink fences to questioning the use of public property in selfexpression, yarn bombing has proved a valuable movement for raising awareness, changing the status quo and building community. Leanne Prain, co-author of Yarn Bombing: The Art of Crochet and Knit Graffiti and Hoopla: The Art of Unexpected Embroidery, will survey this exciting D.I.Y. artform and lead audience members in their own hands-on yarn project.

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• emailing finance@richmond.ca • delivering it to the Finance Division, Richmond City Hall, 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, V6Y 2C1 It is anticipated that Bylaw 8867 will be considered by Council for adoption at the Regular Council Meeting on April 23, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Richmond City Hall Council Chamber. Public delegations at the Council Meeting are also permitted with regard to this bylaw. For more information, please contact Gloria Nicholson at 604-276-4218. City of Richmond | 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000

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The proposed 5 Year Financial Plan (2012-2016) Bylaw 8867 is currently available in PDF format on the City website at www.richmond.ca (City Hall > Finance, Taxes & Budgets > Budgets & Financial Reporting > 5 Year Financial Plan).

A new pump station that incorporates public art and a public platform offering commanding views of the Fraser River is now award-winning. At city council’s meeting last night, Doug Hinton, president of the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies of B.C., recognized the City of Richmond and Aplin & Martin Consultants Ltd. with a municipal engineering award for the No. 4 Road Drainage Pump Station and Park Plaza project. The $4.6-million station, located at the north end of No. 4 Road, was rebuilt last year to accommodate the service demands of the redeveloping West Cambie area. It began operations last summer, doubling the water pumping capacity of the previous station. The station is located along a dyke trail and next to a large multi-family residential development site. It boasts a large public plaza, offering wide views of the Fraser River. and planted terraces.

Hummingbirds at nature park xRichmond Nature Park is hosting a Hummingbird Homecoming this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn how to attract hummingbirds to your yard and how they feed and make their nests. Call 604-718-6188 for further information

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Historic floating net shed offered to city

Staff Reporter It was picked up for free on Craigslist a few years ago, now the city could spend up to $17,000 to determine whether it’s worth saving. Rhianna Featherstone owns a floating net shed house moored at Mitchell Island. Facing eviction from harbour officials, she’s offered to donate the 8.5-by-20-metre structure to Richmond, and wants to continue living in it as a caretaker.

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ing fishing nets. “Amazingly, this net shed house is in excellent condition and still has the large sliding doors on either side, the original siding and original tongue and groove fir floor in the living quarters,” said Steves in his report. Steves said if acquired, the city could locate the building at either Scotch Pond—where it could be used as an interpretive centre—or Britannia Heritage Shipyard, where it could be used as an exhibit. Britannia supervisor Bryan Klassen said in a report to council the net shed would add an important element to the heritage inventory of the city. “It is representative of a part of our maritime history, which no longer exists in Richmond. At Scotch Pond or Britannia Heritage Shipyard it could expand the community’s current understanding of the importance of the river, the foreshore and the fishing industry in our community.”

Photo courtesy of eclecticark.blogspot.ca City council is mulling the idea of acquiring a floating net shed house.

March 26 – June 30, 2012 The City of Richmond has contracted Targa Contracting Ltd. to perform watermain construction at the following location in Richmond: • Williams Road from No. 3 Road to No. 4 Road Hours of work are scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Traffic on the affected road will be reduced to a single lane at times. Delays may occur. The use of an alternative route is strongly encouraged. This work is weather dependent and dates are subject to change without notice.

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Route interruption advisory FortisBC will be relocating a natural gas main pipeline at 10800 No. 5 Road, starting April 9 and continuing for two weeks. This work may cause traffic delays, so please plan your commute and activities accordingly.

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Questions may be directed to Roger Keating, Acting Project Manager, at 604-247-4927, or visit the City’s Construction Projects webpage at www.richmond.ca (City Services > Roads, Dykes, Water & Sewers > Construction Projects > 2012 Construction Projects).

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Last night city council was expected to ratify an earlier unanimous committee vote to study the building for its historical relevancy—as long as the owner agrees to the city’s terms—paving the way for a potential move to Scotch Pond or Britannia Heritage Shipyard. The city wants the owner to first agree the shed could no longer be occupied, to avoid costly upgrades to accommodate building codes, city bylaws and utility hookups. If the owner agrees to terms, the city would then complete a statement of historical significance, building condition report and marine survey. According to a report from Coun. Harold Steves, the net shed was built sometime between 1910 and 1920, and originally located on the Delta side of the Fraser River. Hundreds of similar buildings once lined the river at Steveston, he noted, either built on stilts or barges. Net shed houses featured living quarters and an area for hang-

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Notice of Public Hearing Monday, April 16, 2012 - 7 p.m. Council Chambers, Richmond City Hall

6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000 Fax: 604-278-5139

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Richmond will hold a Public Hearing as noted above, on the following items: 1.

Housing Agreement Bylaw 8691 (RZ 07-380222) Location/s: Applicant/s:

BYLAW 8870

BYLAW 8872

6951 Elmbridge Way 6951 Elmbridge Way Ltd.

Purpose: Currently, the subject property is subject to a housing agreement notice securing 20 affordable housing units located on the subject property pursuant to Housing Agreement (6951 Elmbridge Way) Bylaw 8620. On October 25, 2010, Council adopted recommended changes to the City’s Affordable Housing Strategy. To reflect those changes and the 2012 income threshold and affordable rent rates adopted by Council on February 13, 2012, City Council intends to adopt the new Housing Agreement (6951 Elmbridge Way) Bylaw 8691 which has attached to it an updated housing agreement still securing 20 affordable housing units but with updated and increased eligible tenant income and increased permitted rent as well as other updated terms and conditions.

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Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8871 (RZ 11-591786) Location/s:

10231 and 10251 Ruskin Road

Applicant/s:

Ying Zi Zhang

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Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Single Detached (RS2/B)”, to permit development of three (3) single-family lots.

City Contact: Dena Kae Beno 604-247-4946 Community Services Department

Location/s:

9100, 9120 and 9140 No. 3 Road

Applicant/s:

Ampri Construction Ltd.

Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Low Density Townhouses (RTL4)”, to permit development of 18 townhouse units.

City Contact: Edwin Lee 604-276-4121 Planning and Development Department

BYLAW 8691

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8873 (RZ 11-577561)

City Contact: Edwin Lee 604-276-4121 Planning and Development Department

BYLAW 8871

BYLAW 8873

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Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8870 (RZ 11-596352)

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Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8872 (RZ 11-593412)

Location/s:

6688 Livingstone Place

Location/s:

8540 and 8560 Jones Road

Applicant/s:

Ajit Thaliwal

Applicant/s:

Zhao XD Architect Ltd.

Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “Single Detached (RS2/A)”, in order to subdivide into two (2) single-family lots. City Contact: Erika Syvokas 604-276-4108 Planning and Development Department

Purpose: To rezone the subject property from “Single Detached (RS1/E)” to “High Density Townhouse (RTH1)”, to permit development of 12 three-storey townhouse units. City Contact: Edwin Lee 604-276-4121 Planning and Development Department

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Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 8874 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 8875 (RZ 11-586705) Location/s:

6011 and 6031 No. 1 Road

Applicant/s:

Centro Terrawest Development Ltd.

Purpose of OCP Designation Amendment: To change the land use designation on the Land Use Map in Schedule 2.2B (Terra Nova Sub-Area Plan) from “Residential (Single Family)” to “Mixed Use”. Purpose of Zoning Amendment: To amend the Zoning Bylaw, to create “Commercial Mixed Use (ZMU21) – Terra

Notice of Public Hearing continued on next page. City of Richmond | 6911 No. 3 Rd. Richmond BC V6Y 2C1 | Tel: 604-276-4000

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Richmond protests surprise RCMP pay hikes ‘We don’t give a 20-year contract to anybody’ by Jeff Nagel Black Press B.C. cities say they’ve been blindsided by surprise RCMP pay raises that the federal government enabled just as it was signing a new policing contract that was supposed to usher in a new era of trust and cost control. Langley City Mayor Peter Fassbender has sent a letter on behalf

of the Union of B.C. Municipalities to Public Safety Minister Vic Toews expressing “our complete shock and surprise” over the undisclosed pay lifts, which he warned will create “significant backlash” from councils and taxpayers. Fassbender, the UBCM rep in the recent contract talks, said cities don't yet know how much more money— if any—they will have to carve out of their budgets to fund the higher RCMP payroll. Justice Minister Shirley Bond said she has been assured by Ottawa administrative savings totalling $195 million will partly flow to cities and could entirely offset the pay raises, and possibly even lower

their costs. But Bond is seeking more details. “I am deeply concerned about any potential impacts on our municipalities and that this information came as a surprise,” she said. Toews has said cities were advised months ago that raises on the order of 1.5 per cent were possible this year but neither the province nor cities were formally notified of the details of the compensation package. The province signed a new 20-year RCMP contract on March 21—ending its threat to terminate the Mounties and form a new provincial police force—after securing extensive promises of more say for cities on spending decisions.

Several cities have already ratified the new contract, including Surrey, Kelowna and the Township of Langley. But Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie said his city is among those that have not yet signed and won’t be pressured into meeting the end-ofApril ratification deadline. “Frankly, for us, more important than meeting a deadline is having the assurance that this is a reasonable contract for us to enter into,” he said. Brodie said Richmond council was already uneasy with the contract's term and other aspects before the pay hike revelations were disclosed. “We don’t give a 20-year contract to

anybody,” Brodie said. “We already had questions. Now we've got many, many more questions.” Mayors from RCMP-policed Lower Mainland cities will meet in Surrey April 20 to discuss the contract and pay raises. Brodie said he wants to hear what other mayors say there before considering Richmond's next step. Fassbender said cities that don’t sign by the deadline effectively give two years notice of withdrawal from the RCMP and commit to forming their own police forces or partnering with existing municipal forces. “I’m still going to urge our council to sign the new contract,” Fassbender said.

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Notice of Public Hearing continued Nova” zone, and to rezone the subject property from “Local Commercial (CL)” and “Single Detached (RS1/F)” to “Commercial Mixed Use (ZMU21) – Terra Nova”, to permit development of a 4-storey mixed-used building with commercial space at grade (approximately 731 m2), approximately 36 apartment housing dwelling units on upper floors, and an associated two-level parking structure. City Contact: Sara Badyal 604-276-4282 Planning and Development Department

May 9, 2014 to September 14, 2014 (inclusive). Days of operation shall be Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Statutory Holidays. Evening market event hours of operation shall be 7 pm to midnight on Friday and Saturday and 7 pm to 11 pm on Sunday and Statutory Holidays. For Sunday’s that precede a Statutory Holiday, hours of operation shall be 7 pm to midnight. City Contact: Kevin Eng 604-247-4626 Planning and Development Department TU 12-600784

BYLAWS 8874 & 8875

8:15 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays, commencing April 6, 2012 and ending April 16, 2012, or upon the conclusion of the hearing. • By Fax or Mail: Staff reports and the proposed bylaws may also be obtained by FAX or by standard mail, by calling 604-276-4007 between the hours of 8:15 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays, commencing April 6, 2012 and ending April 16, 2012. Participating in the Public Hearing process: The Public Hearing is open to all members of the public. If you believe that you are affected by the proposed bylaw, you may make a presentation or submit written comments at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend, you may send your written comments to the City Clerk’s Office by 4 pm on the date of the Public Hearing as follows: • By E-mail: using the on-line form at http://www. richmond.ca/cityhall/council/hearings/about.htm • By Standard Mail: 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2C1, Attention: Director, City Clerk’s Office • By Fax: 604-278-5139, Attention: Director, City Clerk’s Office

How to obtain further information: 7.

Temporary Commercial Use Permit Application (TU 12-600784)

• By Phone: If you have questions or concerns, please call the CITY CONTACT shown above.

Location/s:

12631 Vulcan Way

Applicant/s:

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• On the City Website: Public Hearing Agendas, including staff reports and the proposed bylaws, are available on the City Website at http://www. richmond.ca/cityhall/council/agendas/hearings/2012. htm

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t’s like déjà vu all over again.

The Stanley Cup playoffs begin today and, like last year, the Vancouver Canucks will be the top seed of the 16 teams that will battle for the NHL championship. But there are questions that seem to be dulling the team’s bright prospects. Of uppermost concern is Daniel Sedin’s health. Last season’s top scorer hasn’t played since he was leveled by Duncan Keith’s elbow during a game in Chicago in March. As is typical of most teams at this time of the season, the Canucks aren’t saying much about Sedin’s injury or his prospects of playing in Wednesday’s playoff opener. While the team continued to win in his absence—even managed to put together an impressive string of consecutive victories to propel them to the top of the league standings— there’s been no shortage of anguish amongst their fans. The Canucks’ power play has fizzled, Ryan Kesler can’t seem to hit the net anymore and the big trade that sent beloved young prospect Cody Hodgson to Buffalo for an unproven, hardnosed Zack Kassian so far seems to have been a bit of a bust. Then there’s the goalie question. As back-up Corey Schneider has ascended in the hearts and confidence of fans with his steady play and easy-going demeanour, veteran Roberto Luongo remains an enigma. He can be brilliant for stretches, then suddenly incapable of stopping a beach ball. His body language of abject failure when he’s scored upon, and his knack for sullen, cliché-ridden interviews hasn’t endeared him either. Over all the team’s drama hovers the lingering stench of last spring’s Stanley Cup riot. Will the people of Vancouver be able to show the world we’re more like the welcoming, celebratory partiers of the Olympics than the looting thugs of June? All questions, on and off the ice, will be answered in eight or nine weeks.

file photo Mason Raymond (seen here at the Richmond Olympic Oval a year ago) and the rest of the Vancouver Canucks are looking to win it all this year.

In defense of wasting time

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Life Lessons Andrea Phillpotts

Whether it is the go-gogo working world or the never ending treadmill of modern family life, it is rare to even get ten minutes to read our favourite newspaper with a mug of tea. We criticize the slackers of the world, admonishing them to get going, get off the couch, get a life. But when the stars align for the responsible ones and there is actually a day free of major responsibilities, wasting time can be so delicious. On Saturday, I played hookey with my best friend (whose husband

was out of town) and we got on our bikes like a bunch of kids. The sun was shining, the day was long, and we meandered on country roads, following the clumps of daffodils to a rocky beach. There, we dumped our bikes and backed up against a sun bleached log, picked up a handful of stones and tossed them into the “mouth” of a rotted out stump. The game was mindless and lasted several hours. There was no purpose to our activity other than sitting in the sunshine and hanging out. On the way home, we bought ice cream for dinner. It was a perfect day. The following morning, I found myself reading a

magazine and popping the bubble wrap from a sheet of packing material. Mindless but fun. Later, I found myself staring for a good twenty minutes at my son’s Sea Monkey pets which were zipping around their little aquarium like aquatic hummingbirds. Was I ill or burnt out, mentally off? No. In fact, I hadn’t felt this content and well for weeks. I would deign to say that wasting time was good for my health, my sanity, and my overall well being. So today as you read your newspaper, relax. Have a second cup of tea. Listen to the birds chirp. Smell the flowers. I give you permission to

There was no purpose to our activity other than sitting in the sunshine and hanging out..

waste time. It’s for your own good. Andrea Phillpotts is a Richmond writer and teacher. Opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect those of any school district, organization, or school.

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letters Sister cities a vacation for council Editor: Re: “City of Richmond plans sister city trips to Asia,” April 6.

Mayor Brodie, on behalf of Richmond taxpayers, I would like to wish you and your merry band of arrogant big spenders a safe and happy “vacation” in Asia. I would also like to congratulate city hall for being proactive in expanding the “vacation” destinations (you call them sister cities) by adding another location to the list and squirreling away another $234,000 of taxpayer’s money to cover future “vacation” trips. We sure appreciate your efforts to save money by obtaining discounted air fares but, you know, if these useless trips were cancelled there would be an even greater savings for taxpayers. No matter what spin council puts on these junkets or the normal buzzwords

used to justify them, they provide little or no value to the Richmond taxpayer. With surpluses (over taxation) between $1.5 million to an obscene $6.5 million over the past several years and $2.5 million this past year along with an obvious abundance of taxpayer’s money for these “vacation” trips, it will be interesting to see how council reacts to the latest RCMP contract salary bombshell! In the meantime, I’m sure this administration will defend their arrogant behavior by claiming to be fiscally responsible and providing strong leadership. What is equally disappointing is how quickly the newcomers to council have jumped into the trough. Shame on you! Enjoy your sake and sushi. L.B. Black Richmond

Visit Pierrefonds instead Editor:

some tourists to visit Richmond they may provide some economic benefits for a small group in the tourism industry, but it is highly unlikely the average taxpayer will see any benefit whatever. And “cultural benefits”—what exactly are they? Will Mayor Brodie publish a list describing them so that we will recognize them when they manifest themselves? And to all those lucky junketers—when you are enjoying yourselves in your five-star accommodations remember that one child in five in Rich-

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What are the cultural benefits of trip? Editor: Recently on TV the Burnaby taxpayers were berating their council for heading off on a junket to their sister city in Mesa, Arizona. Total cost of the junket was to be around $15,000. Do they have any idea how lucky they are that they don’t have councillors like ours? Our approved projected costs for 2011 to 2013 are in the region of a quarter of a million dollars all to improve “economic and cultural benefits” for Richmond. If this junket attracts

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Richmond High grad joins Vancouver mayor’s office

Ray Hrynkow won more than 200 national and international awards

Richmond High grad Braeden Caley, who worked as the constituency assistant to former Richmond MP Raymond Chan, is now the media relations contact for Vancouver mayor Gregor Robertson. Caley worked for Chan from 2005 to 2008, and then for MP Ujjal Dosanjh from 2009 to 2011. He then started working in the BRAEDEN CALEY communications department after the May 2011 federal election. Caley, the former national vice-president for the Young Liberals of Canada, told The Richmond Review last week that he “looks forward to the challenge.� “He’s an incredibly progressive, bold mayor who has an exciting vision,� Caley said of Robertson. Caley, 24, went to the Richmond Incentive School and then graduated from Richmond High in 2004, and was featured as one of The Richmond Review’s 30 Under 30 in 2009.

A Richmond man described as a champion for design and design education in Canada died March 23 following a six-year battle with pancreatic cancer. Ray Hrynkow, 58, won more than 200 national and international awards for design, and advocated for design and its role in the Canadian business and culture. Hrynkow and his wife of 36 years, Casey, were the principals in the strategic design firm Herrainco Brand Strategy RAY HRYNKOW and Design, where he was the senior designer and strategist. Hrynkow became a fellow off the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada last year, in recognition of the profound influence he had on the province’s design community. “Ray loved promoting young designers. He respected their vision. He wanted them to be better than he ever was. In honour of that love, in late 2011 he created the Ray Hrynkow Scholarship to be awarded to a third year student in a four-year design degree program,� according to a blog at blog.herrainco.ca A celebration of life was held for Hrynkow earlier this month at Emily Carr University of Art and Design. —by Martin van den Hemel

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A local hip hop dance group is training for the biggest performance of its life—to air on national TV. Richmond’s Freshh dance crew has earned a spot in the finals of the Citytv talent show, Canada’s Got Talent, whose lead judge is Canadian comedian and actor Martin Short. “To make it this far is a truly great experience,” said Zac Vran, one of seven members of the Freshh crew. “This is our dream. We really want to focus on giving Canada what they deserve and that’s a great performance.” Freshh trains out of Fresh Groove Studios in Richmond under choreographer Cezar Tantoco. The group, comprising dancers ages 13 to 17 from around Metro Vancouver, performs and competes locally and internationally. They’ve been training together for three years—creating a bond greater than simple friendship. “We’re almost like brothers. When you spend five hours a day practising with people who share a common interest with you, and you just get

“To make it this far is a truly great experience.” - Zac Vran along, it’s hard not to become brothers,” said Vran, a 15-year-old from White Rock. Freshh jumped at the chance to be on the Canada’s Got Talent show, practising their routines five hours a day. That effort paid off. On a live results show April 3, the group learned it would compete in the May 13 finals in Toronto. This week the teens were back in the Richmond studio working on a trio of one-and-a-half-minute routines they hope will win them first place. “We’re practising every day in the studio to make sure our routine is as crisp as possible—fresh, as you might put it,” said Vran. “We’re adding tricks that incorporate more than just one person, so it’s really unique to the eye for the viewers watching at home.” Freshh will compete against 11 others with various talents—singing, dancing, rapping—with an eye on the prize: $100,000, a Nissan GT-R and a chance to perform at a Canada Day event in Toronto. Vran said if Freshh is named the winner, it would use the money to travel around Canada to perform at charity events—to give back to the people who voted for them.

All Shook Up opens at Gateway Joe DiPietro’s All Shook Up opens tomorrow at Gateway Theatre MainStage. Twenty-five Elvis Presley hits serve as the soundtrack for this jukebox musical, set in a Midwest town in the summer of 1955. Uptight Mayor Matilda

has outlawed kissing in public, dancing and pretty much any kind of fun. But when a blackjacketed motorcyclist with hyperactive hips breezes into town with his trusty guitar, the dull, go-nowhere lives of its citizens will never be the same.

The play stars Gaelan Beatty, Karyn Mott, Joel Ballard, Luisa Jojic and Cheryl Mullen. Simon Johnston is the director. All Shook Up runs April 12 to April 27. Tickets, $30 to $47, at gatewaytheatre.com or at Gateway at 604-2701812.

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national volunteer week

Program gives businesses tools to volunteer Strengthening Family • Building Community

Richmond Caring Companies Program benefits businesses, their employees and volunteer groups A program connecting businesses and non-profit organizations is quietly changing the community for the better. The Richmond Caring Companies Program is a joint initiative of Volunteer Richmond Information Services, the Richmond Chamber of Commerce and the Ashton Service Group. Through a series of workshops and consultations, businesses that take part in the program receive the resources and guidance they need to start—or grow—an employer-supported volunteer program. “Richmond is full of community-minded businesses,” said Elizabeth Specht, Volunteer Richmond executive director, at the program’s launch last fall. “Through this program, they’ll

Thanks to the very special Volunteers whose work and support is so much appreciated in our Eating Together Campaign, Community Action Program for Children (CAP-C) and the Restorative Justice Program “The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size, but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others.” ~DeAnn Hollis

Volunteer Richmond president Bruce Rozenhart (left) with Brian Williams of Ashton Service Group at a Richmond Christmas Fund event. Ashton is one of the local companies involved in the Richmond Caring Companies Program.

receive the tools and resources they need to take their community involvement to the next level.” The program benefits many. Non-profit groups get access to a diverse group of skilled volunteers. Businesses get recognition and benefit from increased employee morale, productivity and loyalty.

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Thank you to our amazing volunteers Volunteers are our community champions. The City of Richmond is proud to salute the hard work and dedication of our thousands of volunteers. Parks, recreation and cultural programs, seniors and youth services, community safety programs, emergency programs, special events and many more are made possible by those who give their time to help others in the community. To learn more about volunteer opportunities with the City of Richmond and our community partners, and to register online, please visit icanhelp.richmond.ca or email volunteerhelpdesk@richmond.ca Thank you all of Richmond’s volunteers!

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national volunteer week LEA TSANG, Office Assistant & Shopping Volunteer

Interactive art project celebrates volunteers A VolunTREE is growing at Richmond Caring Place, and, chances are, it’s unlike any tree you’ve ever seen. For starters, it’s not technically a tree at all, but an interactive art project organized by Volunteer Richmond Information Services to celebrate National Volunteer Week, taking place April 15 to 21. The public is invited to write “thank you” messages to volunteers on paper leaves, then attach them to the VolunTREE. “We know that volunteers help our community grow,” says Elizabeth Specht, executive director of Volunteer Richmond. “The VolunTREE is a visual representation of that. As more volunteers are thanked and more leaves added, the tree will become more colourful, more vibrant. It will serve as a powerful symbol of Richmond’s volunteer spirit.” Fittingly, the VolunTREE was designed and built by a group of volunteers at the BC Creative Centre, a Richmond-based fine arts school. They made all of the paper leaves as well, over 1,000 in total. As part of the VolunTREE campaign, Volunteer Richmond has asked local non-profit organizations to write blog posts on the many ways volunteers impact our community. These will be posted at www.volunteerrichmond.ca/NVW throughout

How does your volunteering make a difference? It’s not always safe for seniors to travel and to get groceries for themselves, especially in the winter, and that’s where we come in to help.

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National Volunteer Week. “Our goal is to get as much of the community involved as possible,” says Specht. “In Richmond alone, the work of volunteers affects hundreds of organizations and thousands of lives. This is an opportunity to show our thanks in a really meaningful way.” To add a leaf of your own to the VolunTREE, you can: •Visit the Richmond Caring Place (7000 Minoru Blvd.) and do so in person. •Visit Richmond Centre the weekend of April 14 – 15; VRIS

will have leaves available at its Community Information & Volunteer Centre, located between Peoples Jewellers and Ben Moss. •Visit www.volunteerrichmond. ca/NVW and submit an online “thank you” message. Volunteer Richmond will transcribe it onto a leaf and add it to the VolunTREE on your behalf. Volunteer Richmond Information Services is a non-profit agency dedicated to enhancing the lives of Richmond residents by bringing people and services together through community information and volunteerism.

My main role is to work behind the scenes in the office for the shop by phone program. I’m responsible for maintaining the volunteer database, for preparing grocery delivery slips and anything else to ensure our senior clients will receive their groceries the next day. Some days, I also volunteer as a shopper.

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T H E B E N E F I T S O F VO L U N T E E R I N G : D I S C OV E R YO U R S E L F “The best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person” ~ Andy Rooney Residents, families and staff appreciate each of the volunteers who fulfill a variety of roles that enhance the quality of life of the seniors who live in Courtyard Gardens. In contrast to a Resident’s average age between mid to late eighties, the youngest volunteers span from teen to young adulthood. Mostly, they are looking to make a difference in the lives of others or often, gain work experience. They are often surprised when their volunteering experience gives them more knowledge than they expected about an older person and their experiences. They learn to break stereotypes and gain a lesson in history firsthand, and as a result gain new insight and respect for an elder. These special volunteers help meet the social, spiritual and emotional needs of residents while gaining a perspective into their own likes and skill set. Volunteering can help a young person gain insight into potential future career choices and

goal. Her experience has confirmed that she would like to work with people, either as a physiotherapist or nurse. Simmi would recommend volunteering to others as she says, “You learn so many skills that connect with your own life; you can learn from their wisdom. When I walk in and the residents see me, they smile and are happy…it’s a good feeling”. Simmi, Volunteer Extraordinaire

shape their planning as they embark on an important chapter in their lives during high school or university. Volunteer experience can validate a future plan. Just ask Simmi, who is in Grade 12, and has bonded with residents through One To One Visits. Her experience has made it clear that helping others is what she wants to do. “Since I was little, I was brought up by my grandmother” and “it’s my way of giving back”. Simmi likes to focus on what a senior “can still do” and assists them to accomplish that

Likewise, Clarence started volunteering through his school program he was looking for a role that offered variety. For the past year and a half, he helps assist residents once per week on Pub Night, during which he likes to create a nice environment, have fun and talk with residents. At first, he felt unsure about volunteering with seniors but now sees it differently – enjoying most how residents “are willing to share their life stories”. Now that his school program is finished, he chooses to continue volunteering. His ultimate goal is to get into the UBC physiotherapy program.

favourite hobbies, who otherwise Volunteering is fun and has would find it difficult to do so. many rewards. If you would like to make a difference in a senior’s For more information about life and would like to gain some volunteer opportunities at Courtyard meaningful work experience, give Gardens, please contact Charlene us a call. Getting involved can take at 604-273-1225 or lem.cyg@ many forms, whether it is making diversicare.ca crafts, baking, sharing stories, reading www.courtyardgardens.ca or writing Christmas cards. Some volunteers assist with shopping, bus trips, bingo, bible study, or serving beverages at social gatherings, providing guidance during various programs to those who require it. A volunteer provides the opportunity for Clarence, Volunteer Extraordinaire, senior’s to continue with resident, John being active in their

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Agency: MOSAIC (www.mosaicbc.com) Who does your volunteering help? In this case, new Canadians. My job as a Mentor is to be a resource for them while they look for work. What would you say to someone who wants to volunteer? Be connected to the cause. Do it for the right reason, otherwise it will just feel like another chore, a duty.

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I volunteer because… it is very satisfying to help others. I volunteer with Mosaic because I love to interact with different cultures and to hear the stories of our new Canadians. In my experience as an expatriate in the past, I was very grateful for the kindness I received from others and it would have been difficult - more than it was - without their help. Being a local resident who is very familiar with the 'landscape', I am able to help my Mentees adjust to this new country, city, and culture.

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The latest Canada Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating Data shows that 13.3 million Canadian volunteers contribute 2.1 billion total hours and it is young Canadians that are delivering the highest volunteer rate. Canada’s most comprehensive study on giving and volunteering confirms an increase of nearly one million volunteers nationally. The 2010 Canada Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating also reveals that young Canadians, 15-24, have consistently participated in volunteering more than any other age group for over a decade. In the coming months, more information from the 2010 survey will be released as part of an editorial series in Canadian Social Trends, a publication by Statistics Canada. These articles will explore in more depth the topics of volunteering and also charitable giving, as well as an article on the volunteering and giving habits of new Canadians and another on employer-supported volunteering. A special edition featuring a compilation of all these articles is also slated to be issued later in 2012.

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national volunteer week Teens make ideal volunteers When it comes to volunteering, perhaps no group of people is better suited to volunteering their time and services than teenagers. Teenagers typically have lots of free time and are liable to gain great perspective on life from helping others. But one of the problems many teens face when deciding to volunteer is finding an opportunity that suits them. Fortunately, teenagers have many opportunities to volunteer at their disposal. Teens who love sports can combine that passion for competition with their desire to help others by volunteering with the Special Olympics. As well, there are many volunteering opportunities with local sporting associations, whether its coaching, administration or refereeing. Arts, environmental and seniors groups also need volunteers. For more info on volunteering in Richmond, see volunteerrichmond.ca.

Growing list of business that care From Page 13 Businesses that are currently participating in the program include Beavis Wong and Associates, Misty Mountain Specialties, Richmond Funeral Home, Back in Motion, Scotiabank and Ashton Service Group As well, the following non-profit organizations are taking part: Canadian Mental Health Association, Richmond Family Place, Touchstone Family Association and MOSAIC This year marks an annual event when Richmond Caring Companies come together for the Richmond Day of Caring. Scheduled for July, the event is a day of volunteering in which employees will work with local non-profit organizations on community projects. To learn more about the program, call 604-2797020 or e-mail info@ volunteerrichmond.ca.

About National Volunteer Week “National Volunteer Week is all about volunteer recognition,” says Ruth MacKenzie, president and CEO, Volunteer Canada “It’s a time to acknowledge the vital efforts of volunteers, and to show the impact these efforts have on the well being of communities at home and around the globe. Canada’s volunteers help keep our nation vibrant and strong. “During National Volunteer Week, we pause to thank the 13.3 million Canadians who dedicate more than 2.1 billion hours in order to maintain healthy communities across the country.”

Cancer Society seeks drivers Desperately seeking drivers. That’s the message from the Canadian Cancer Society Greater Vancouver Region. Facing a diminishing team of volunteer drivers, the Greater Vancouver Region has embarked on a campaign to recruit drivers interested in transporting patients

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to their primary cancer treatments across the Lower Mainland. Without more drivers, says support programs co-ordinator Sara Salehie, “We will have to tell some clients that we cannot send a volunteer to pick them up.” And that, she said, would be very sad, because the volunteer driver program is often the “last resort” for some cancer patients. Asking for help from us, she said, usually means they don’t have anyone else to whom they can turn to. Volunteers need to be available weekdays during business hours, as that is when most cancer treatment appointments are scheduled. They will be screened and must undergo a short training session and they are asked to commit to a minimum of one day per week for at least one year. Volunteers must familiarize themselves with the Canadian Cancer Society’s programs and services, in order to share resources and information with clients. They should also be service-oriented, empathetic, patient and friendly. If you like to drive and want to make a difference in the life of someone with cancer, sign on as a volunteer. Visit www.cancervolunteer.ca or call 604-215-5217.

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and Ireland. Once they get through all the applications, Tourism Richmond should be announcing the 25 finalists later this month. See www.365daysofdining.com for more info. *** Save On Foods at Terra Nova held a pie-eating contest on April 1. The winner was Doug Vandereerden. He competed with his two young sons and was the victor, eating 2 1/2 pies in 10 minutes. He won a $100 Save On gift card and all participants got a 1.66 lt Bryers ice cream and a pie of their choice. According to Save On, everyone had a messy good time. —by Bhreandáin Clugston

Tourism Richmond received more than 1,500 entries for Richmond’s Foodie Blogger. Last month, Tourism Richmond put out the call for a food blogger to spend 365 days eating at a different Richmond restaurant every day and blogging about the experience. The job pays $50,000 plus a one-year fitness membership and some living expenses. There’s no shortage of restaurants in Richmond—it’s estimated there’s 800. And there’s no shortage of interest in the food blogging job, with applications coming from Australia, Finland, Great Britain, United States, Singapore, Belgium

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Kendo: a practice in mind, body and spirit Steveston club celebrating five decades of martial art based on traditional swordsmanship

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of his teaching. “As a parent whose children are also involved (in kendo), it is always a great moment to see them have success,” he said. “However I think there is no greater satisfaction that watching your students take their lessons and apply them successfully in competition. Not everyone wins, but watching the improvement over time is a wonderful feeling.” Like the judo and karate practioners, the Steveston Kendo Club is deeply rooted in community. Its origins in Steveston date back to 1914 until junior prior to the Second World War. After the war, kendo was revived and the club began practicing at the Steveston Community Centre. “There has always been a strong bond between the Japanese community, the community centre and the club,” said Murao.

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Alisa Lau was a model of consistency on the links last weekend to earn top marks in the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour’s event at Morgan Creek. The 12-year-old Richmond resident shot back-to-back rounds of 74 and 73 to win the girls’ division by five strokes. What’s equally notable is Lau only started out in MJT Mini Tour events last year. “It feels kind of shocking to me because coming in to the tournament I wasn’t really sure how I was going to play and I was kind of not sure how I would stack up against the older girls,” said Lau. “The highlight for me was having fun and playing well.” Lau is now shortlisted for the Callaway Junior World Championships, together with runner-up in the girls’ division, Madison Kapchinsky, 17, of Kelowna who shot 78-74 (152). Winnie Hyun, 17, of Langley scored 79-74 (153) to place third. A hole-in-one from Jared du Toit of Kimberley helped him to finish one shot ahead to win the boys’ 1416 division and overall tournament medallist title with scores of 71-72 over the Easter weekend event. Runner-up behind du Toit was Chris Crisologo, 16, of Richmond who fired back-to-back rounds of 72 for a 144 total, just one shot behind the winner. Alexander Kowk of Richmond was one of five golfers to win a Mr. Lube Long Drive Award. The B.C. schedule continues at Swane-set Bay Resort in Pitt Meadows with the MJT Lindsay Kenney Classic on May 5 and 6. For more information visit maplejt. com or call 604-9431645.

“I believe we have a unique community in Steveston,” said Murao. There has always been a partnership and the Steveston Salmon Festival chow mein booth, the construction of the Martial Arts Centre and the Japanese Cultural Centre are some of the results.” Murao said his life in kendo has extended him many luxuries, from travelling the world to meeting people from all walks of life who share a fondness for the sport. He hopes all members of the club are able to experience at least similar reward. “My instructors and I try to show our students techniques that we hope will give them success in competitions,” he said. “But we also teach them the philosophy of the art, which is being respectful, courteous and disciplined. During our practice sessions, students and instructors bow to each other before and after each class and each bout of sparring. Senior students are asked to take on a mentoring role with our new members so that there is continuity throughout the club. We hope that our members take this discipline and respect and apply them to their daily lives.” In addition to Murao, the Steveston Kendo Club is fortunate to have many members be part of Canada’s national team at one time or another. They include fifth

degree black belts Wendy Robillard, a ladies’ champion numerous times; Philip Nishikihama, who has won several men’s championships; and Terry Kondo, a Team Canada member in 1985, 1988 and 1991. (The world championships are only held once every three years). Young athletes showing great promise include Ryan Murao, Sean O’Sullivan, Kazuto Knecht and Katherine Lam. All hope to eventually compete in the world championships, this year being held in May in Italy. Coming off another successful showing at a competition in Seattle last weekend, the club hosted its annual invitational in February. Drawing competitors from as far afield as Hawaii and Toronto, it is one of the largest single-day events in North America. Kelvin Higo, who has been president of the Steveston Kendo Club for the last 10 years and competed in the 1970s, is proud of the club’s history. “It’s a pretty impressive milestone (to reach 50 years),” he said. “We only started counting in 1962 when the community centre was built. We used to have small local events elsewhere because we didn’t have a facility big enough here.” Thirty-eight clubs were represented at the Steveston Kendo Club invitational in 2012—significantly more than the “handful” of clubs

Members of the 1936 Steveston Kendo Club pose with the club flag.

that existed in 1962, said Higo, who returned to kendo—and earned a first degree black belt—when his son began practicing the martial art. “I thought if I was going to sit there I might as well get some exercise,” he said. “Kendo is a sport you can do well into your senior years. There are still some people well into their 60s and 70s with the club. The theory is that as you get older, you get wiser. When you’re younger you rely more on reflexes.”

Higo also preaches patience. “It takes a while to get your gear, almost a year of training and learning the steps,” he said. “The younger kids especially have to be patient.” Some of kendo’s appeal today is through the movies, popularized by the likes of Star Wars and The Last Samurai. But traditionalists say the ancient Japanese art of fencing or “the way of the sword” is more accurately a physical chess match, devel-

oped as a training method to help Samurai master sword fighting techniques for combat. Participants use bamboo swords (Shinai) and wear light armour allowing them to train in a realistic fashion without fear of being injured. The minimum age to join the Steveston Kendo Club is seven. And registration and acceptance into a class is on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more, visit stevestonkendo.ca.

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These age-specific grassroots workshops will be free to BC Soccer members and be delivered by the recently appointed 20 BC Soccer grassroots development tutors. These tutors, who have been fully trained in grassroots development content and techniques, have been assigned a group of clubs within the membership which they will be responsible for contacting, meeting with, presenting and assisting in a clubs overall grassroots programming. This service will include the establishment of a clubs annual plan including the scheduling and delivery of grassroots workshops and the scheduling of BC Soccer delivered coaching certification courses. The creation and content of this player centered but coach driven workshop style

initiative has been derived from the Canadian Soccer Associations Long Term Player Development (LTPD) vision.

“The Grassroots Development Service Plan has been established to provide our member clubs and district associations with a network of knowledge and expertise.” - Michael Findlay This framework provides coaches an opportunity to create healthy environment for children to develop their physical literacy, as well as acquiring fundamental soccer

skills for participants from stage 1 through to stage 7 of LTPD. “As we enter a new phase of player development within British Columbia, players and coaches will be able to benefit from and be part of a two-stream pathway for development which will focus on Grassroots and high performance activities,” said Michael Findlay, director of soccer development for BC Soccer. “The Grassroots Development Service Plan has been established to provide our member clubs and district associations with a network of knowledge and expertise, to ensure that participants in their clubs receive quality instruction and better understandings of what constitutes good soccer programming,” said Findlay.

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sports Richmond club athletes qualify for May 3 to 5 event Five athletes from the Richmond Gymnastics Club are among the 62 artistic gymnasts from throughout B.C. who have qualified to compete at the 2012 Western Canadian Gymnastics Championships May 3 to 5 at the Langley Events Centre. Nicolas Bourne, Vladimir Djuric, Chris Kaji, Brian Lau and Hailee Vankoughnett were named to the

future high performance athletes and prepare them for competitions such as Canadian championships, Western Canada Summer Games and Canada Winter Games. For other athletes, their participation in these championships may be the pinnacle of their careers. Training begins on May 3 with competition taking place on May 4 and 5.

Community Worship

Please join us at 10am Sunday, April 15 for Worship Service and Sunday School 604-277-0508 • www.stevestonunitedchurch.ca A caring and friendly village church

Broadmoor Baptist Church A safe place to connect with God and fellow travellers on your spiritual journey

8140 Saunders Road, Richmond, BC 604-277-8012 www.bbchurch.ca Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Sonshine Adventures for Kids Interim Pastor - Rev. Bob Bahr

SOUTH ARM UNITED CHURCH 11051 No. 3 Road, Richmond 604-277-4020 sauc@telus.net www.southarmunitedchurch.ca Minister of the Congregation - Rev. Dr. Gary Gaudin Children & Youth Team Ministry Music Ministry - Ron Stevenson Worship Service & Church School - 10:00 am ALL ARE WELCOME!

Richmond United Church

8711 Cambie Rd. (near Garden City Rd.) 604-278-5622 Minister: Rev. Neill McRae

Come for 10am Sunday Worship and Children’s Sunday School and after-service coffee and fellowship. Founded 1888. Richmond’s Oldest Church BRIGHOUSE UNITED CHURCH

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WORSHIP SERVICES 9:00 AM AND 11:00 AM Promise Land (Children’s Church) Children ages 4-12 • Nursery available Teaching Series: GALATIANS

CHILDRENS GYM NIGHT Ages 7-12 Youth, Young Adult and Adult programs Call the church office for more information (604 277-1939)

CHRISTIAN REFORMED

an evangelical congregation

St. Alban

an Anglican parish in the heart of Richmond Services at 8:30 and 10:00 am Sunday School 10:00 am The Reverend Margaret Cornish 7260 St. Albans Road, Richmond 604-278-2770 • www.stalbansrichmond.org

ST. EDWARDS ANGLICAN

10111 Bird Road, Richmond V6X 1N4 Phone/Fax: 604-273-1335 • www.stedward.ca Priest-in-charge: Rev. Gord Dominey

Sunday Service: 8:30 &10:30 am Sunday School

St. Anne’s - Steveston Anglican Church 4071 Francis Road, Richmond, BC

The Rev. Brian Vickers, Rector • 604-277-9626

Sunday 8:30 a.m. - Contemplative Eucharist 10:00 a.m. Family Eucharist with Church School Sanctuary open for quiet prayer 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. weekdays • www.stannessteveston.ca

CHRISTIAN Where people of all needs find acceptance and encouragement. Lord Byng Elementary School – Gymnasium 3711 Georgia Street at No. 1 Road, Steveston Village www.Steveston.org Phone: 604.271.3786

Worship Time 10:30am Location MacNeill High School 6611 No. 4 Rd., Richmond

8060 No. 1 Road (corner of No. 1 & Blundell) 604.277.5377 www.gilmoreparkunited.org Rev. Scott Swanson & Rev. Jennifer Goddard-Sheppard

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Worship and Children’s Program Sundays, 10:30 am

Everyone is welcome!

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ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

Richmond Christian Fellowship

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English Services: 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Mandarin Service: 9:00 a.m. Minnanese Service: 10:30 a.m.

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team following trials held at the Twisters Invitational in Abbotsford. The Western Canadian Gymnastics Championships are hosted annually by the western provinces and territories. For many of the athletes competing at these championships, this is their first chance to compete as a member of Team BC. These championships will help identify

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The annual Nathan Leonhardt Golf Classic and Fundraiser will be held May 15 at Mayfair Lakes Golf & Country Club. The Richmond golfer, who earned his Canadian Tour card for the 2012 season, will host a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m., following a noon registration. Radio host Dale Wolfe will emcee the event for the second year in a row, with Riley Inge, formerly on stage with the Temptations, providing the entertainment at the dinner which follows the golf. Sign up a team of four for $600 or as a single for $175, which includes dinner. Dinner only is $95 per person. For more, call 604-202-7445.

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(Filipino Congregation) www.cccc-richmondbc.com COME AND JOIN US IN OUR CELEBRATION OF REDEMPTION! Worship Service 12:20 p.m. Sunday School 2:00 p.m. 8151 Bennett Road, Richmond tel: 604-271-6491

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DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Field/Engineer Layout Kitimat, BC Canada. Supervise project layouts Responsible for construction quality control, in particular, ensuring that the materials installed in the project are in the proper locations and are the correct materials. Analyze construction drawings for dimensional and quality control purposes and coordinates with the Project Engineer to clarify discrepancies. Use precision computerized equipment to define points of control and ensure the work is being installed true and plump. Responsible for coordinating with other construction trades to ensure that all are using appropriate control points. High School Diploma or equivalent; or 4 to 6 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in Line and Grade Persistent for Perfection This work will start 5/1/12 Please respond to this ad by 5/1/12 Please respond via email by placing Field Engineer in the subject line to patton@bakerconcrete.com

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Always! Pwr. raking, grass cutting, fertilizing, hedging, pruning, Rubbish rem. Free Est. 604-230-0627

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk. Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

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PLUMBING

TREE SERVICES

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

Tree removal done RIGHT!

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

• Tree & Stump Removal • Certified Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

$36/HOUR. Local lic’d Plumber. Big & small jobs. Plumbing, heating, plugged drains, call (778)549-2234

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778

Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca 10% OFF with this AD

Furnace Boilers, Hot Water Tanks Hot Water Heat, Plumbing Jobs. Furnace cleaning with truck mounted machine

Call Erica

CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS WITH OUR ”DOLLAR DEALS” bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

604-507-4606 or 604-312-7674

604.777.2195

220.JUNK(5865)

PERSONAL SERVICES

WAREHOUSE WORKERS Ham Building Supplies Ltd. Is hiring for Warehouse Workers – material handling - $16.05/hr, 40 hours/week. Mail – 13280 Mitchell Road, Richmond, BC V6V 1M8. Fax – (604) 322-7142.

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HOME STAY FAMILIES

WOULD YOU LIKE to host international students? Please contact us at: homestayintl@gmail.com

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LABOURERS

RELIABLE Roofers & Labourers needed. Will train. Call Dave (604)690-9404.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL COMMERCIAL ROOF FOREMAN

$28.00 - $38.00 per hour based on experience. Commercial roofing co. hiring lead roofers with extensive exp. in commercial roofing, including: two - ply torch, single ply, sloped and metal.

Offering Great Benefits Including: Company Vehicle, Paid Travel, Support Crews, Top Wages, Health/Dental, Pension & Company Uniforms. Must have proven ability to install using RCABC roofing practices and follow WCB regulations. Fax resume: 604-944-2916, Call Adam: 604-944-2977 or e-mail aknipfel@designroofing.ca Visit: www.designroofing.ca JACOBS FIELD Services Ltd. (Maintenance) is looking for a General Foreman with oilfield experience for a Northern BC site. Person will live in Dawson Creek or Fort St. John. Send resume to: humanresources@ tritonprojects.com Fax 780-485-6722

PETS ACOUSTIC/CLASSICAL Guitar Lessons. Call 778-862-2727. www.SoloAcousticGuitar.com

HOLISTIC LIFECOACHING Do you want to apply the book “The Secret” into your life but just don’t know how? Find out the things that blocking your way in manifesting the life you desire. www.createacharmedlife.ca 604-277-3591

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

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

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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 If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161. MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

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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

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

A face lift for your home-Selling or upgrade? Bthrms/Kitchens/Plumbing/Electrical/Drywall/Tex. ceilings/ doors. Big/Small. WCB, insured. Seniors Spec. Mike, 604-341-2681 HOWARD CONSTRUCTION LTD Licensed and Bonded, Commercial, Residential and Complex Maintenance, Home Repairs and Renovations, Decks, Fences, Painting. “No job is too Big, no job is too Small!” Serving Richmond Call for your Free Estimate.... 778 389-4332 OF Home (604)501-9290

PRESSURE WASHING

HOT + COLD Pressure Washing Sidewalks - Driveways - Parkades Res/ Comm/ Strata. 604-802-9033

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ADDITIONS, Renovations & New Construction. Concrete Forming & Framing Specialist. 604.218.3064

MLG ENTERPRISES All Aspects Landscaping & Garden Solutions

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POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

287 DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500

477

Cocker spaniel pups – purebred, no papers 1st shots, dewormed, ready to go now. $600. Call 604-888-0832

Call Ian 604-724-6373

Jack Russell pups, cute, short, stocky, smooth coat, tail doc, deworm, 1st shot. $550. 604-798-9233

Pressure Washing, window cleaning, sidewalks, parking lots, driveways & gutters. WCB.604-833-1462

LAB/RETRIEVER born January 23 family raised. Dewormed. $400. 604-491-5262. No Sun. calls please

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

JASON’S ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. (604)961-7505, 278-0375

477

Rottweiler Pups- PUREBRED, tails, dewclaws, shots, vet checked Health guarantee. Ready April 6th $650. to $1,000, 604 460 0804.

477

PETS

PETS

Improvements,

the richmond

REVIEW

OF PET THE WEEK

“PORKY” NEEDS A GOOD HOME WITH YOU!

“PORKY”, ID #259316, MALE, SMOOTH HAIR GUINEA PIG, ADULT Porky is a big, friendly adult guinea pig looking for a calm, quiet place to call his own. It seems he was not properly fed or groomed before coming to the SPCA, and was recently given a piggie spa day with a bath, nail trim, ear cleaning, and coat brushing. He wants to be all spiffy for his new adopter! This hefty boy LOVES his fresh veggies, and will squeek when he hears the rustling bag of parsley coming his way, and will munch away at a baby carrot. Guinea pigs are happy to visit with their guardian on a lap, or getting a chance to stretch their little legs with some playtime in an exercise pen with lots of timothy hay, toys, etc. These awesome creatures live an average of 5 - 8 years, and as Porky is already an adult, someone who is looking to give this cuddly guinea pig a comfortable and happy rest of his life would make him ever so grateful.

TO ADOPT CALL 604-277-3100

SPCA Thriftmart 5400 MINORU BLVD • 604-276-2477

5431 NO. 3 RD. 604-276-2254

PROUD TO SUPPORT THE LOCAL SPCA

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HOME SERVICE GUIDE

REVIEW

LAWN CARE

24/7 HEATING & PLUMBING

• Water Heaters • Hot Water Tanks • Plumbing, Drainage, Gas Plumbing • Fireplaces & Conversion to Gas • Furnace, Boiler Repairs & Installation

LAWN SERVICE

STEVESTON STUDENT LAWN CARE A DIVISION OF NOLAN YARD WORKS

UNIVERSITY STUDENTS WITH OVER 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE

• Regular Scheduled Cuts • Aerating •Lime & Fertilize • Hedge Trimming COMPLETE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE

HIGH EFFICIENCY FURNACE – $2499 installed

604-275-8464 or 778-869-6288

Senior's Discount!

Licensed, Insured, Bonded • Same Day Service

FREE ESTIMATES

Call Sean 778-869-6901 WCB & LIABILITY INSURED

Call Darryn 604-339-5532

604-272-2809 or cell: 604-841-2479

604-833-2103

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

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MINORU SPRING MARKET Saturday April 14, 10:00-3:00 pm Minoru Place Activity Centre 7660 Minoru Gate Find treasures, old and new at this bustling market. Baking and BBQ lunch available. Call 604-2388450 for details.

560

MISC. FOR SALE

Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991

email: admin@richmondreview.com

REAL ESTATE

HOUSES FOR SALE

RENTALS

REAL ESTATE 627

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

696 626

Plumbing • Electrical • Woodwork • Drywall • Bathrooms • Painting • Handyman • Textured Ceilings • FREE Quotes Door Repairs: Patio • Pocket • Bi-folds • Shower Insured / WCB and I’m a Nice Guy! Mike Favel • 604-341-2681

604-247-3700

778-895-0968 RMD

GARAGE SALES

M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS

Call

Free estimate and free design.

MATTRESSES staring at $99

Local Plumbers

RENOVATIONS

We specialize in driveway, sidewalk, patio, foundation and retaining wall, all kinds of concrete jobs. We also do fencing jobs.

STEEL BUILDING - BLOWOUT SALE! 20X26 $5,199. 25X28 $5,799. 30X42 $8,390. 32X56 $11,700. 40X50 $14,480. 47X76 $20,325. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

Licensed, Insured & Bonded

To advertise in the Home Service Guide

WEST CONCRETE

FURNITURE

604-868-7062

•Backfilling/trenching •Ashphalt/concrete removal •Drainage •Retaining walls •Install concrete driveways/sidewalks

CONCRETE SERVICE

548

ONLY $98

COMMERCIAL ~ RESIDENTIAL

•Backhoes •Mini excavator (rubber track) •Bobcats (forks/buckets) •Dump trucks

** COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL ** KITCHEN & BATHROOM SPECIALIST PLUS TIDDLEY THINGS

DIY STEEL BUILDING DEALS! Many sizes and models. Make an offer on clearance buildings today and save thousands of dollars. FREE BROCHURE - 1-800-6685111 ext. 170.

HEATING SYSTEM SERVICE SPECIAL

SSL ENTERPRISES INC

CONSTRUCTION • RENOVATIONS

SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

• Plumbing Service & Repairs • Boilers & Furnaces • Gas Work

EXCAVATION

BILL GILLESPIE

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

604-908-3596 6 04-9 -908-3 -3596 PLUMBING & HEATING

Free estimates (fully insured)

RENOVATIONS

BUILDING SUPPLIES

• Pressure Washing

STEVESTON HOME SERVICES

5 MINUTE EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM PLUMBING SERVICES AT REASONABLE RATES CALL 604-270-6338

518

• Aeration / Power Raking

New fence installation • Gates & repair Roofing repairs • Powerwashing • Odd jobs • Renos • Gutters etc. Painting interior & exterior

RJ’S PLUMBING & HOME SERVICE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

• Edging

• Hedge Trimming / Pruning

• Trimming

HANDYMAN

PLUMBING

CALL WEST:

• Residential / Commercial • Complete Fertilizing Programs • Rotary / Reel Cutting

OTHER AREAS

RURAL NOVA SCOTIA water front lots for sale. Country living at its best. Three bedroom apartments for rent. 45 miles to university town. www.sawmilllanding.com waterfront@bellaliant.net 1.902.522.2343

750

SUITES, LOWER

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION 810

818

AUTO FINANCING

RICHMOND 1 bdrm ste, suit 1 person. NS/NP. Nr ament. No ldry. $700/mo. Immed. 604-218-9941

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

Loan.

Apply

Now,

CARS - DOMESTIC

2003 CHEVY MALIBU 110,000 km, auto, AirCared, good tires, $3000 obo. Call: (604)531-3251

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

2008 PONTIAC WAVE, 4 dr sedan, auto, high kms. runs/looks good, white, $4000 firm. 604-538-9257.

RICHMOND #4 & Williams. 2 Bdrm bsmt suite. Avail May 1st. Ns/np. Ref’s req’d. $900/mo incl utils. 604-275-2909 or 604-839-2958.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

RICHMOND. #5/Williams. Spac. 2 bdrm grd flr. Lrg l/rm & d/rm May 1. 4 appls wood f/p. 1/2 acre. $1000 + 40% utils. Pet ok. 604-271-0478.

1996 SUZUKI Swift 2/dr car, auto, 4 cyl. 1.3L, stereo, passed AirCare for 2 yrs. $1250. Call (778) 551-1662.

RICHMOND near Cambie & 5 Rd . Bachelor suite. All amenits cls by. Private entry. $550/mo + 15%utils. Avail now. Call 604-649-9367.

2000 Honda AWD CRV- Standard, runs perfectly, new breaks all round, air cared. Mag wheels/snow tires avail. $5500 1 (604)796-9757

RICHMOND. Spacious, 1 bdrm, private, bsmt suite. 4 appls, storage, lndry, fenced yrd, parking. N/P. April 1. $775/mo. 604-833-2103

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

2001 BMW 330i 4 dr. sedan, blk. leather on blk. auto, local, 109k, sun. roof, all pwr. options. Very clean. $10,900 604.312.7415

838

RENTALS 706

TRANSPORTATION

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

RECREATIONAL/SALE

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

1997 FLEETWOOD 27’ Class A Motorhome, self-contained,sleeps 6 b.i. generator, TV, lots of storage. $13,900/obo. 604-853-5528 Abbots

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

LARGE 1 & 2 Bdrm apts w/balcony, ht, hw, cable, prkg, locker, elevator, coin laundry, NS, NP, steps to transit, shops, schools, frm $915 RMD 604-241-3772 Avail Now. Lease

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

RICHMOND

1 & 2 Bdrms Available Immediately

The Scrapper

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

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

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

GUARANTEED

Visit our website: www.aptrentals.net

Auto Loans or We Will Pay You $1000

All Makes, All Models. New & Used Inventory. 1-888-229-0744 or apply on line at: www.kiawest.com (click credit approval)

RICHMOND, 7280 Lindsay Rd. 1 bdrm apt. $800 incl heat, h/w, 1 prkg. 604-321-9095,604-285-0668. Richmond, Arcadia Rd. 2 bdrm 1.5 bath N/P heat hotwater 1 sec prkg, 3 appls $1200/mo. 604-273-4785

736

752

TOWNHOUSES

HOMES FOR RENT RICHMOND

Richmond.Spac. newly reno 3 bdrm upper w/pri 3 bdrm ste dwn. f/p, 7 appls. w/w. enste. patio, strg. fncd. May 1. n/p. $2495. 604-833-2103.

QUEENSGATE GARDENS Conveniently Located

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION

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.

RICHMOND. Clean, quiet, furn, bdrm Incl.utils/wd/cbl. Great area. ns/nd. Light cook. Refs. $450. Suit matre person. Steve 604-277-5677.

Professionally Managed by Colliers International Call 604-841-2665

Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526

SHIFT AUTO FINANCE Get Approved Today! CREDIT DOESN’T MATTER.. For The Best Interest Rate Call: 1.877.941.4421 www.ShiftAutoFinance.com WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in April, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-5936095.

2003 Salem Light:

Northwest Pkg, 22 ft, Sleeps 7, 1 bunk, Shower in & out. G.V.W. 3300. Lots of extras

$9,995.00 604-463-9428

2010 R-POD TRAILER Light weight, 2121 lbs. 18’ 4” in

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $6500 firm. Call 604-538-4883 length, towed w/ a Rav 4. Gold rated ECO Construction. Queen bed, 4 person dinette/double bed, Fridge, Stove, Micro./Conv. oven, A/C, Furnace, H/W, AC/DC, Inverter, Bath w/ shower, ext. Adda-room. $13,900 ~ Save $1000’s Call: 604-307-4357 or email: ajeepster@shaw.ca

851

TRUCKS & VANS

2008 Mazda B4000 SE+, Gold/Grey, 48K, auto, loaded, lk new, $13900, N.Delta, 778-8553097

MARINE 40’ DUTCH STAR with Cummings turbo diesel, less than 59,000 mi. Always stored indoors, looks like new, economical to operate, 2 slides, din. booth, 2 a/cond, 2 TV’s, 2 CD & 2 VHS players, ldry., propane generator (6500W). Must be seen. 604-854-3266

912

BOATS

12’ DOUBLE HAUL Fiberglass boat, 3 seats, oars, rod holders & canopy. On eze-load trailer. Very safe. $3,200. 604-850-7143

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> Easter egg and scavenger hunt at the Sharing Farm and London Farm

Around Town Amanda Oye

Hunting for Easter eggs down on the farm

C

rowds of kids ran around and hunted for Easter treats at the Sharing Farm and London Heritage Farm last Sunday during a joint Easter egg and scavenger hunt. “There was an overwhelming amount of support,” said Emily Pearson, the Sharing Farm’s volunteer and event co-ordinator. The day started off at the Sharing Farm where the kids completed an educational scavenger hunt, played games for prizes and planted sunflower seeds to take home. “People really liked planting the sunflowers,” Pearson said. From the Sharing Farm the families walked over to London Heritage Farm where there were more activities and prizes. The kids fed chickens, learned about plants and planted their own radish, beets or carrots. “The point was to have a little bit of education and a little bit of fun,” said Bardia Khaledi, who is on the board of directors of the London Heritage Farm Society. “I am happy people came and enjoyed themselves and took part,” he said. All of the children got chocolate eggs and a lucky 20 received a special prize of either a Lindt chocolate bunny or wildflower seeds. Both parts of the event were run with the help of a dedicated group of volunteers. Amanda Oye covers the social scene. amanda.oye@telus.net.

David, Mara and Fiona Bickell.

Peyton, Melissa and Zoë Balback. Serena Zhang and Ryan Liu.

Ruby and Dhaanya Jhamb.

Eva, Victoria, Niki and Jessica Yuen.

Mike Biddlecombe, Alex Biddlecombe, Carolyn Prentice and Damien Biddlecombe.

Laurie Cajigas, Eve Pantoja, Chloe Cajigas, Elia Pantoja and Gabriel Szabo.

T N E V E G N I R P S INTO

OWN IT FOR $0 DOWN

$

$16,485 MSRP** INCLUDES FREIGHT & PDI. TAXES AND LEVIES ARE EXTRA.

2012 CIVIC SEDAN DX

604-207-1888 604.638.0497

97 1.99 #

% *

BI-WEEKLY FOR 84 MONTHS.

OR STEP UP TO THE CIVIC LX MT

FOR ONLY $16 †

MORE BI-WEEKLY, AND GET:

• I-Mid Display • Bluetooth® • Power locks • Keyless Entry • Air Conditioning • Security System • USB Connector • Cruise Control • Steering wheel mounted audio controls

MODEL FB2E2CEX

@BCHonda

*1.99% APR purchase financing is available on a new 2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5MT model FB2E2CEX and 2012 Honda Civic 4D LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX. 84-month term available on 2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5MT model FB2E2CEX and 2012 Honda Civic 4D LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX. Based on a representative agreement using an offered pricing of $16,473.68/$19,235 for the new 2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5MT model FB2E2CEX/2012 Honda Civic 4D LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX with a financed amount of $16,473.68/$19,235, downpayment is $0, monthly payment is $97/$113.35, total finance obligation is $17,668.56/$20,629.70. Offer includes freight & PDI. Taxes and levies are extra. #Using a finance price of $16,473.68 for a 2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5MT model FB2E2CEX at a rate of 1.99% APR, the cost of borrowing for an 84 month term is $1,194.88, bi-weekly payment is $97, total finance obligation is $17,688.56. Finance price includes freight & PDI. Taxes are extra and required at the time of purchase. Other terms available and vary by model. Finance term available only through Honda Canada Finance Inc. **The advertised MSRP of $16,485 2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5MT model FB2E2CEX includes freight & PDI, plus a cash discount of $11.32. The selling price adjustment applies to the purchase and is deducted from the negotiated pre-tax price and cannot be combined with subsidized purchase financing or leasing rates. All prices include freight & PDI of $1,495. PPSA, license, insurance, taxes, and other dealer charges are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Finance on approved credit for qualified customers only. †Step up financing cost is based on the Civic 4D LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX. Bi-weekly payment is $113.35 not including taxes and levies. #/*/**/† Offers valid from April 1st, 2012 through April 30th, 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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