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Community mourns Mary Gazetas Dedicated to Richmond, Gazetas known for preserving city’s unique areas

Artist’s rendering of how Duck Island could be transformed.

by Matthew Hoekstra and Martin van den Hemel

Duck Island eyed as major shopping, entertainment zone

Staff Reporters Mary Gazetas, an artist, writer, activist and lover of the outdoors and her community, died Tuesday morning after a six-week illness. She was 68. She passed away at Richmond Hospital from complications caused by an infection. Gazetas was a former columnist with The Richmond Review, whose column Folio One offered readers slices of her life experiences in Richmond. Raised in West Vancouver, Gazetas earned a bachelor’s degree in ﬁne arts from University of B.C. and made her living as a designer and printmaker for ﬁlm and theatre. She taught visual arts in Alberta until 1983 when she moved to Richmond and landed a job with the city. Gazetas, a mother of three, was one of the founders of the Richmond Fruit Tree Sharing Project, which evolved into the Sharing Farm. The program produces thousands of pounds of produce each year for needy families who rely on the Richmond Food Bank. Protecting Richmond’s green spaces was a high priority of Gazetas, who was instrumental in the creation of Terra Nova Rural Park and in helping save the Garden

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Mark Patrick ﬁle photo Mary Gazetas, one of the founders of the Richmond Fruit Tree Sharing Project, passed away yesterday.

City lands. Gazetas was an avid kayaker, who wrote a book about her three decades of experience on the open water. In recent years she could often be seen around Richmond with her dog Hugo—a pair that worked hard to build up the spirit of her husband Aristides, who had developed Alzheimer’s disease. Friend Dave Semple said Gazetas epitomized the spirit of Richmond and community, lending her talents and enthusiasm to everything from Britannia Heritage Shipyard to the Sharing Farm. For a number of years Semple, the city’s general manager of parks and recreation, shared an ofﬁce with Gazetas, who retired from the city in 2000, and got to know her exuberance ﬁrsthand. Semple said Gazetas fought for the community

“I don’t know anyone who’s made such an impact on Richmond the way she did.” - Arzeena Hamir without seeking accolades, and what drove her was a genuine love for people. “Mary’s contribution was that she cared about people making a difference in the community and she facilitated that,” said Semple. “It’s a loss. It’s a gap. And it’s one that will be very very very hard to replace.” Arzeena Hamir, co-ordinator of the Richmond Food Security Society, said Gazetas had a special energy and some crazy ideas, yet she drew a following and what she said seemed to make sense. “I don’t know anyone

who’s made such an impact on Richmond the way she did,” Hamir said Tuesday. “We’re all still in shock. We all expected her to recover...we’re ﬂabbergasted that she’s not around anymore.” The family will host a memorial service and celebration of life on Saturday, April 21 in Richmond. Details will be posted at lightacandleformary.word press.com. “We want to thank all of the amazing, kind and supportive doctors and nurses at Richmond General ICU and the 3 South Ward,” Gazetas’ family said in an e-mail to The Richmond Review. “We are all incredibly shocked and saddened by this unexpected loss... “We ask that in lieu of ﬂowers, please wait for upcoming details on her blog on how to contribute to a charity close to Mary’s heart.”

Floating restaurants, luxury hotels, clubs, theatres, high-end retail all part of proposal from offshore developer by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Richmond’s largest single development—19 times larger than the Richmond Olympic Oval’s footprint—is being proposed for an area of City Centre north known as Duck Island. Jingon International Development Group has submitted an early rezoning application for 30 hectares (73 acres) of land next to River Rock Casino Resort that could feature several floating restaurants, six high-end hotels, shops, bars, clubs, theatres and marina office space. “This is the largest single application the city has ever received, and the vision is for an international destination for shopping and entertainment, the likes of which you’d have to go to Asia... or at least Los Angeles,

Vancouver International Plaza •Total of 4 million square feet proposed •Retail/entertainment: 1.58 million square feet •Office: 1.1 million square feet •Hotel: 870,000 square feet •Conference: 450,000 square feet •Marina: 300 slips to see on this scale,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie, who revealed details of the proposal at a Richmond Chamber of Commerce luncheon Tuesday. The mixed-use project, billed as a “major entertainment and commercial destination for the region,” is being called the Vancouver International Plaza. See Page 3

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Council demands public hearing for pipeline Mayor says Port Metro Vancouver acting in ‘conflict of interest’ by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter City council is demanding a public hearing on a proposal to ship jet fuel to Riverport and pump it across Richmond to the airport. “A pipeline and supertankers on the river...are something of major environmental significance,” said Coun. Harold Steves Monday. Steves and his council colleagues called on the province to hold a full public hearing into the proposal after hearing a presentation from Port Metro Vancouver officials at city hall. The port is acting on behalf of the federal government in reviewing the proposal’s impacts, which are subject of an environmental assessment now on hold. The review is awaiting results of a port-led study probing impacts of tankers on the South Arm. Since that information wasn’t available during earlier public consultation, Steves, who characterized the port-led study and its power in the review “a loaded deck,” argued a public hearing is needed. Mayor Malcolm Brodie said the port stands to benefit by offering a favourable ruling, since the proponent needs port land to build a tank farm for jet fuel. “If nothing else it gives you that conflict. It’s in your financial interest to say this is a good idea,” Brodie told port officials. “If you’re financially involved in a decision, that gives you a conflict and you have to get away from it. You cannot be

a decision-maker in that kind of situation.” Brodie said the latest study will do nothing more than suggest how oil tankers can safely travel the South Arm. But CEO Robin Silvester told council Port Metro Vancouver is committed to a “rigorous” environmental assessment process. He also defended that process, which combines required reviews from senior governments. “It makes sense to have a harmonized process so you don’t ask the same question twice,” he said. Coun. Ken Johnston questioned why the port is even considering the proposal, given the potential for disaster on its land. “We can’t arbitrarily choose not to do something,” said Silvester. “We have to have a reason that is objective rather than subjective for not willing to do it.” A consortium of airlines, the Vancouver Airport Fuel Facilities Corporation, is proposing to build an underground pipeline stretching up to 15 kilometres and connecting the airport with a marine terminal near Riverport. Panamax-class tankers would transport fuel from Asia up the Fraser River’s South Arm and unload at an 80-million-litre tank farm before being pumped to the airport. Council also quizzed port ofﬁcials on the Gilmore farm—Richmond farmland recently purchased by the port. Silvester said the land will continue as a farm in the “medium term,” while the port completes a “land planning process.” As for the port using farmland for industrial uses, Silvester said there are “signiﬁcant pressures” in the Lower Mainland with its “constrained land base.” Said Silvester: “We need to have that conversation.”

Duck Island was once home to a cement plant, but is now a vast expanse of empty land ripe for development.

Largest-ever project buoys building boom From Page 1 Even a small ferry terminal is envisioned for the site, one that would operate between key destinations on the Fraser River. Jingon, a Chinese developer known for high-end hotel and retail projects overseas, intends for the area to become a regional destination where walking to and through the site would be encouraged. Buildings will be a mix of low-, mid- and high-rise, totalling four million square feet and could take many years to complete. The site is currently vacant. Previously home to a cement plant, the Richmond Night Market has an agreement with the landowner to use the site for the next three years. The proposal is “very preliminary,” according to city staff, and will require major infrastructure upgrades and approvals to build in an environmentally sensitive area. The developer is collecting feedback from city staff before submitting a full rezoning application, but the plan does comply with the City Centre Area

Plan. That plan lays the groundwork for a tripling of Richmond’s downtown population to 120,000 within 25 years. The project is among a ﬂurry of other developments—in various stages—that comprise City Centre’s building boom, including 16 new hotels. Brodie said it’s all being spurred by the Canada Line and Richmond Olympic Oval. “We have $4 billion of development that’s under construction or in the planning process,” said Brodie. “It does illustrate the signiﬁcant investment potential we’re seeing in the City of Richmond right now.” In his speech to business and community leaders at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel Tuesday, the mayor also highlighted other major developments in City Centre, including River Green, a project that will surround the Richmond Olympic Oval with 2,500 homes. Work is now underway on River Green’s second phase. Development around a future Canada Line station at Capstan Way and redevelopment of land surrounding the Richmond-Brighouse Station into two

Matthew Hoekstra photo Mayor Malcolm Brodie speaks to the Richmond Chamber of Commerce.

residential towers—and accommodate a new bus loop—also got attention, along with the city’s plans for land along the Middle Arm. The city’s long-term vision calls for the conversion of River Road— from the oval to Cambie Road—into a 16.2-hectare (40-acre) park and the conversion of a nearby railway right-of-way into a four-lane ring road. Said Brodie: “What we’re doing is we’re turning our focus out to the water, which we think is one of the greatest resources that we have.”

Rotary Club of Richmond epitomizes service above self Club celebrates 50 years at gala by Don Fennell Staff Reporter The Rotary Club of Richmond celebrated 50 years of friendship and community service Sunday at River Rock Show Theatre with a yellow ribbon tribute to Canada’s service men and women. More than 250 people attended the special anniversary gala, highlighted by the stirring musical entertainment by the Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regimen and Pipes and Drums of the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada. Rotary Club of Richmond president Ken Whitney, a former military Band Master, conducted the orchestra finale in full regalia.

A portion of the proceeds from the dinner and silent auction will support Canadian Forces veterans returning from recent deployment overseas in our peacekeeping endeavours, as well as the Rotary Hospice House and Richmond youth. The hospice house is a free-standing community home established in partnership with the Salvation Army. Recently, a music therapy program was started at the hospice house. As well, the members of the Rotary Club of Richmond acknowledged the generous ﬁnancial support of Richmond philanthropist Milan Ilich who passed away in 2011. A successful and respected businessman, he believed in giving back to his community and through the Ilich Foundation, he and his wife Maureen supported many charitable organizations. The Rotary Club’s motto is service above self and the Rotary Club of Richmond has a long history of making this principle a reality. Examples include

the 1981 donation of a cardiac monitor to the Richmond Hospital, donating a comfort bus in 1985 to Richmond FireRescue and more recently sponsoring a Rotaract Club and introducing younger individuals into the Rotary family. Rotaract is for young adults ages 18 to 30, Interact is for 12 to 18 year olds. Raising funds for the Richmond Food Bank, the Christmas Hamper Fund and the Richmond Centre for Disability are further examples of the Richmond Rotarians’ efforts. A worldwide organization of more than 1.2 million business, professional and community leaders in 34,000 clubs worldwide, Rotarians are committed to volunteering in communities at home and abroad to support education and job training, provide clean water, combat hunger, improve health and sanitation and eradicate polio. •See richmondreview.com for a sildeshow of the event.

Don Fennell photo Linda and Rotary Club of Richmond president Ken Whitney at Sunday’s celebration of the club’s 50 years of friendship and

community service. The gala was held at the River Rock Show Theatre.

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City Page Community news covering April 18 to May 9, 2012 Minoru Chapel Opera DragonDiva Operatic Theatre You are invited to hear classic opera music performed in the intimate and historic Minoru Chapel, 6540 Gilbert Road on Wednesday, May 2. There will be shows at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

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Regular Council Meeting Monday, April 23, 2012 Council Chambers, City Hall 7:00 p.m. (open meeting) Anderson Room, City Hall 4:00 p.m. (closed meeting)

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Planning Committee Tuesday, May 8, 2012 Anderson Room, City Hall 4:00 p.m.

Kids Only swap meet Saturday, May 5 Items for babies and beyond are available for purchase at the Kids Only swap meet at Cambie Community Centre, 12800 Cambie Road. Come out from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 to view all the new and gently used items for sale at affordable prices. Admission is free and money made will go towards Cambie Community Centre programs. Tables are on sale for $20 (plus tax). For more information, please call 604-233-8399.

DragonDiva Operatic Theatre is delighted to perform an abridged concert version of Engelbert Humperdinck’s opera Hänsel and Gretel, a musical retelling of the classic Grimm’s fairytale of a brother and sister lured into a gingerbread house by an evil witch. Admission is $20 for adults and $18 for students/seniors (+HST). Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time. Seating is limited. Purchase tickets at the door or in advance by calling the registration call centre from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.– 5:30 p.m. at 604-276-4300 (press “2” at the prompt). Please quote course #235003 for the 2:00 p.m. concert, and #235004 for the 7:00 p.m. concert. Credit card purchases only. Sorry, no refunds. For more information, please visit www.richmond.ca/minoruchapel.

Crabapple Ridge bike route New cycling route connects Steveston and Terra Nova along local roads The City’s ﬁrst neighbourhood bike route is nearing completion. The Crabapple Ridge bike route runs north-south between Terra Nova and Steveston. It uses local roads and connecting off-street pathways west of No. 1 Road to offer cyclists a quiet and comfortable on-street alternative to bike lanes on arterial roads such as Railway Avenue. Crabapples were a prominent part of Richmond’s original vegetation and the route is named after an

original ridge that stretched the entire distance from Terra Nova to Garry Point. Look for the distinctive wayﬁnding signage currently being installed to guide cyclists along the route. Future improvements include the addition of bike stencils on the pavement for further direction. The Crabapple Ridge bike route is the ﬁrst of a planned city-wide network of neighbourhood bike routes that will be located between major north-south and east-west arterial roads. A parkside bike route along Ash Street will be coming later this year. For more information on cycling, please visit www.richmond.ca/ cycling.

Development Permit Panel meeting Wednesday, April 25 3:30 p.m. in Council Chambers Agenda Items: 1. 8531 Williams Road (formerly 8511 and 8531/8533 Williams Road) - DP 09-466065 - Thomas Chalissery – To: (1) permit the construction of 10 townhouse units at 8531 Williams Road (formerly 8511 and 8531/8533 Williams Road) on a site zoned Low Density Townhouses (RTL4); and (2) vary the provisions of the Richmond Zoning Bylaw to allow tandem parking spaces in three (3) of the townhouse units and five (5) small-car parking stalls in five (5) of the townhouse units. 2. 7600 Garden City Road - DP 11-594282 - by Am-Pri Construction Ltd. – To: (1) permit the construction of a 23-unit townhouse development at 7600 Garden City Road on a site zoned Townhousing (ZT50) – South McLennan (City Centre); and (2) vary the provisions of the Richmond Zoning Bylaw to: (a) reduce the south side yard from 3 m to 2.2 m for a ground level enclosed garbage and recycling room; (b) permit 0.6 m balcony projections into the south side yard for eight (8) second floor balconies; and (c) permit a 0.5 m

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Enjoy a musical retelling of Hansel and Gretel at Minoru Chapel Opera Wednesday, May 2 projection into the south side yard for a third ﬂoor room projection (unit B1a) at the southeast corner of the site. For more information, please call 604-276-4395.

Lulu Series: Art in the City Free Guest Speaker Event The potential and power of light; the role of the “social” in art production, presentation and reception; installations and events—hear all about these and more from members of the Instant Coffee Artist Collective when they present the ﬁnal talk in the 2012 Lulu Series: Art in the City. This presentation takes place on Thursday, May 10 at 7:00 p.m. in Richmond City Hall Council Chambers, 6911 No. 3 Road. Instant Coffee is a service-oriented artist collective based in Toronto and Vancouver. Among many other projects (including a recent retrospective show at the Western Front Gallery), they are currently in the process of completing several public art commissions including the North Central Community Recreation Centre in Edmonton, South Hill in Vancouver and Richmond’s Camino Development. A performance by Guilian Liu, one of the world’s premiere pipa (lute) masters, will precede this talk. All Lulu Series events are free. Seating is limited so please RSVP at lulu@richmond.ca. For more information, please visit www.richmond.ca/luluseries.

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911 Awards honour community heroes â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Everyone has adversity; you have to overcome it,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; says former premier Mike Harcourt by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter A decade ago, former premier Mike Harcourt was making headlinesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; not for his politics, but a near-fatal fall at his cottage on Pender Island. At the Richmond Chamber of Commerce 911 Awards Thursday night, Harcourt brieďŹ&#x201A;y recounted the ordeal which later became the subject of a book. In delivering a keynote speech to the 10th annual gala event that honours emergency services workers in Richmond, Harcourt paid tribute to ďŹ rst responders while remembering those who saved his life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone has adversity; you have to overcome it,â&#x20AC;? he told the sold-out crowd at River Rock Show Theatre. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what emergency services is about, overcoming adversity.â&#x20AC;? On Nov. 30, 2002, Harcourt slipped off his deck and fell down a cliff to the shallow waters below. He was paralyzed. His wife called 911, and extricated water from his mouth, but the situation was dire. Then, â&#x20AC;&#x153;a bunch of miraclesâ&#x20AC;? happened. At the time of the accident, the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s volunteer ďŹ re department was holding a training session with all their members. Ambulance service members were also there training. They rushed to the scene to stabilize him, but couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pull him up the cliff. A call was made to the Coast Guard, which happened to have a zodiac within a few kilometres of the scene. He was transported to a dock, an ambulance drove him to a clinic, and a helicopter ultimately transported

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Plane crash rescuers recognized at 911 Awards From Page 5 Also at Thursday’s awards gala, Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie honoured the civilians who offered help to the survivors of a small plane crash on Sea Island on Oct. 27, 2011. Sixteen citizens accepted certiﬁcates for their efforts that day: Ian Dellert, Eric Hicks, Sarbjit Kang, Jeremy Kerr, Lonnie Lee, Shawn Nagurny, Francis Nand, Mark Nikiforuk, Kim Pearce, Simon Pearce, Haim Peri, Stewart Point, John Donald Redmond, Ron Rubuliak, Dan Wilson and Troy Zanata. 911 Awards Police Team, Ofﬁcer or Auxiliary Member of the Year •Richmond RCMP Youth Section, Cpl. Anette Martin, Cst. Jagmeet Dandiwal, Cst. Jen Tickell, Cst. Adriana Peralta, Cst. Stu Gray, Cst. Bob Sangha •Also nominated: Cst. Kevin Yu; Corporal Kevin O’Donnell, Constable Robert Nash, Insp. Janis Gray

Fire Rescue Crew or Fireﬁghter of the Year •Engine Crew 4: Capt. Dave Johnson, F/F Ed Selinger, F/F Kelly Moss, F/F Ron Gunthner •Also nominated: F/F Edgar Rodriguez; Capt. Roger Grover, F/F Kyle Leney, F/F Brent Samson, F/F David Harris; Capt. Tom Monkman, F/F Scott Dixon, F/F John Yoo, F/F Scott Dineen; Capt. Doug Scott, F/F Mark Timmons, F/F Mark Frampton F/F Dan Penney; Fire Inspector Chuck McCullough; Fire Investigator Capt. Dave MacDonald Ambulance Crew or Ambulance Paramedic of the Year •District Supervisor Jeoff Moffat, Paramedic Clint Walper, Paramedic Frank Bosk, Paramedic Darren Chyzzy and Paramedic Brian Reichert •Also nominated: Unit Chief Gord Robbins; Paramedic Gurpreet Johal; Paramedic Roger Mah and Paramedic Paul Henkel Coast Guard Crew, Member or Auxiliary of the Year

•Captain Bruce Briggs (Regular CCG), Coxswain Shon Wirth (Regular CCG), Rescue Specialist Dan Collier (Regular CCG), Rescue Specialist Jeff Knaupp (Regular CCG), First Officer Tom Moxey (Regular CCG), Rescue Specialist Dave Sarznick (Regular CCG), Rescue Specialist James Mole (Regular CCG), Unit Leader Brian Hobbs (Volunteer CCG Auxilliary), Coxswain Travis Robertson (Volunteer CCG Auxilliary), Crewman Eric Symons (Volunteer CCG Auxilliary), Crewman Andrew Kvyatkovski (Volunteer CCG Auxilliary) Also nominated: CCG First Officer Wiley Conner, CCG Rescue Specialist Shane Norhaug, CCG Rescue Specialist Dave Sarzynick, CCG Rescue Specialist Dave Schur, CCG Rescue Specialist Travis Kamer, CCG Leading Seaman Marc Rowe, RCMP Cpl. Webber, RCMP Cpl. Lundie, RCMP Sgt. Doug Gambicourt, Sgt. Steve Pebernat; Captain Bruce Briggs, First Officer Wiley Conner, Rescue Specialist Roy Klohn, Rescue Specialist Brad Falconer, Rescue

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EDITORIAL: A-musing he will go Taken at face value, Finance Minister Kevin Falcon’s bemusement over the Legislature press gallery’s reaction to his noncommittal comments about next year’s general election is well-timed – and amusing – damage control. The Surrey-Cloverdale MLA’s remarks came in response to questions stemming from the defection of Abbotsford MLA John van Dongen from the BC Liberals to the Conservatives. Reporters asked last week if Falcon would run in the May 14, 2013 ﬁxeddate election. His response: family priorities might take precedence over any political aspirations. “As minister of ﬁnance, there are very, very long hours, there is travel,

these are issues that you also have to factor into the final decision…” Not unexpectedly, one would think, this kicked off speculation on what it meant to the party’s – and specifically Premier Christy Clark’s – future. “They ran with scissors on this,” Falcon said the next day, noting he goes through the same process before every election. After all, shouldn’t family – as Clark often suggests – come first? Besides, what incumbent commits to running 14 months prior to voting day? Many, it turns out. With good reason. When we cast our ballots for political representation, we are investing in our future. At all levels, we seek visionaries with both long- and

short-term goals to better serve us. There are exceptions; soon-to-retire legislators are returned to office to finish the job, and the occasional first-timer gets in at an advanced age, when a single term is all that’s likely. And, of course, there are no guarantees our fellow voters will see things our way. Or party leaders, for that matter. But then, these are factors ultimately beyond the individual politician’s control. Personal commitment to the job is not. The minister of finance, it must be noted, is the architect of the annual budget, projecting our economic needs well into the future. If Falcon can’t commit, Clark must find some-

one who will. Indeed, did Falcon not factor in that the premier’s job – which he campaigned for last year – also comes with long hours? During that divisive campaign, Falcon repeatedly stated he would be running in the next election, win or lose. What has changed? Unlike a ministerial position or the premiership, there are many job opportunities in Falcon’s constituency that require little, if any, long-term commitment; most, however, offer nowhere near the inﬂuence and wages, as voters can attest. Wonder which of these aforementioned positions Falcon is eyeing next. —Peace Arch News

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B.C. Views Tom Fletcher The information age might have sped up B.C. voters’ mood swings, but the basic dynamic hasn’t changed since the days of Social Credit. When familiarity breeds contempt, people vote to reject the familiar and see what happens. Or as one radio talk-show caller summed up his decision to climb on board the B.C. Conservative bandwagon, he knows two things about leader John Cummins: “He’s not Adrian Dix and he’s not Christy Clark.” It’s been more 21 years since Gordon Wilson reshaped B.C. politics and launched the modern-day B.C. Liberal Party with a single quip in a leaders’ debate between a bickering Rita Johnston and Mike Harcourt. Cummins has about a year to show he’s earned his rising poll numbers, and to refute the conventional wisdom that he’s the best friend the NDP has had since Wilson put them in power and later joined them. So let’s get to know Cummins a bit better. He’s 70, and has an 18-year record as a Reform-Alliance-Conservative MP. His Ottawa days are mainly remembered for battling treaties and aboriginal-only ﬁsheries, and for being the ﬁrst Reform MP to reverse himself and take the MP pension. That pension pays him about $100,000 a year as he tries to build a sec-

Black Press photo Abbotsford South MLA John van Dongen an d B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins.

ond political career in B.C. Another legacy of Cummins’ federal record is his support for the harmonized sales tax. As he hastens to clarify, he supported Conservative legislation to enter into HST deals with any province, which Ontario and B.C. subsequently did. Cummins said B.C. could have brought in the HST at a lower rate to reﬂect its broader reach, as Atlantic provinces did. But they tried to make it a “tax grab” and now they’ve “poisoned the well” for many years. “We’re going to have to pay the price I guess, in the sense that where it has been introduced, it has been shown to have grown business,” Cummins said. “Think tanks on both the left

and the right have come to that conclusion.” To me this beats the NDP’s crude coffee-shop populism that simply ignores HST beneﬁts for small business and the poor. Speaking of crude, Cummins further distinguishes himself from the B.C. Liberals by endorsing the proposed Northern Gateway oil pipeline to Kitimat. He applauds the federal government for moving to place limits on submissions to federal environment hearings, citing the thousands of Internet sign-ups that have clogged the Northern Gateway hearings. His record on aboriginal issues suggests he has little sympathy for territorial objections from First Nations,

those with treaties or those without. The April 19 by-elections in Port Moody-Coquitlam and Chilliwack-Hope offer a chance for the B.C. Conservatives to present policy alternatives. So far they’re against gas taxes, especially the carbon tax, against a second Metro Vancouver garbage incinerator, and in favour of ﬁxing the “catch and release” justice system. These are the slogans that stand in for actual policies needed to govern. Cummins will be going door to door in the by-elections, especially in Chilliwack-Hope, where he believes his upstart party has a real shot at winning. He offers a telling anecdote about the last time

he was door-knocking in Port Moody, the premier’s former hometown. The B.C. Liberals have suggested the B.C. Conservatives chose Christine Clarke as their candidate to capitalize on the premier’s name recognition. That wasn’t what Cummins and his previously unknown candidate found when they first started campaigning. “She’d say hi, my name is Christine Clarke, and the doors would close rather quickly,” Cummins said. Now she identifies herself as the B.C. Conservative candidate, then gives her name. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@ blackpress.ca

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Editor:

I understand that it is very difficult to convince the public that the city’s visit to Xiamen is worthwhile, given that the benefits of such a trip are not immediate, tangible, and sometimes hard to measure. However, I can honestly say that this is not a vacation trip. The purpose of this visit is to consolidate and formalize the city’s relationship with Xiamen. The city has taken almost 10 years to build this relationship. Xiamen is not an ordinary Chinese city. It is one of the major special economic zones in China and has a very strong economy based on international business and new technology. It will be beneficial to Richmond by having strong ties with this city and good opportunities will be created for us in many fields. That is why we will also have representatives (who are paying for the trip through their own organizations) from the Richmond Board of Education, Richmond Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Richmond, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, and Trinity Western University joining the city’s delegation. I envision that businesses in Richmond will find new markets and investors, the tourism industry will serve many more new customers, the number of international students in our high schools and universities will keep growing, and our arts and cultural groups will find new opportunities for overseas performances. Two years ago, the Xiamen Philharmonic Orchestra visited and performed in Richmond. Perhaps, it will be the turn for our artists to perform in Xiamen next time. Everybody in Richmond will benefit directly or indirectly. Richmond is truly the gateway of Canada, but has been slow to take advantage of this. Richmond should emerge from the old mindset of being Vancouver’s backyard and reposition itself as a centre for international trade and business, tourism, and technological and ecological innovation. We can show the world and the rest of Canada what we can accomplish as a vibrant city. But we can do that only by strengthening our ties with cities like Xiamen. It is perhaps interesting to note that the City of Burnaby has 10 sister and friendship cities in Quebec, the US, Britain, China, Taiwan, Japan and Korea. Richmond has only three sister cities (Xiamen included) and one friendship city. I thank the authors of the letters sent to me or published in the newspapers about the city’s trip. They have sent me a strong reminder that I must always remember whom I am serving.

The City of Richmond should not install parking meters in Steveston. I don’t like it, it won’t look nice, and people are going to park wherever anyway. Since the lot on Chatham was made into a paid parking lot, hardly anyone parks there and now visitors park on residential streets. Unless the city is planning on metering all of Steveston, we will all be affected by meters being installed. I live in Steveston and people parking on the residential roads doesn’t bother me. But what does bother me is the thought of paying to park when I want to stop in at my favourite coffee shop on my way home, which means I’m going to take my business elsewhere and others that I know feel the same way. Moms who drop their kids off at school are not going to go into the village afterwards if they have to pay for parking. We pay enough in taxes and all the extras that government, at all levels, take from us. The Steveston Merchant Association is against this and my neighbours and I are also. So, leave our village alone.

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Gymnasts excel at BC championships By winning five of six events, Robert Watson sets pace for Richmond athletes in meet by Don Fennell Sports Editor

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of six events to secure the all-around title. Teammate Jason Scott, who only competed in ﬁve events because of a hand injury and did not in the all-around competition, was ﬁrst on the pommel horse—the only event Watson failed to top. Scott also placed second on high bars and third on rings.

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Devy Dyson was fourth all-around and placed fourth on rings, parallel bars and on the high bar. In the junior category, Joshua Stuart placed third all-around as well as second on the rings and vault, third in the floor exercise and on the pommel horse and fourth on the parallel bars. “Having already qualified for the Canadian championships because they’re part of the national team, it was a good opportunity to try out new combinations,” said Richmond Gymnastics Club competitive head coach Ferenc Szabo Jr. “And the fact they still performed very well proves they’re more than ready to include these new tricks in their routines.” The Canadian championships will be held in Regina at the end of May. Richmond Gymnastics Club athletes Brian Lau, Nicolas Bourne, Jonathan Ray, Christopher Laguardia and Chris Kaji also shone at the provincials. Competing in the national youth category, Lau was third all-around after placing first in the floor exercise and on the vault and second on the high bar. Bourne, in the Level 4 (13 and over) category) was first all-around after being tops in the floor exercise, pommel horse and

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dream is clearly becoming a reality. Teams from as far aﬁeld as Australia have become mainstays on the men’s side of the draw which also features several club champions from U.S. states including Alaska, California, Colorado and Washington. The ladies’ draw also features two championship teams from California (one from Hollywood and another from the San Francisco Bay area). For the men’s and ladies’ teams from B.C., which gained entry into the PIC through regional playdowns, this week’s event also provides the opportunity to reach the Dominion Club Curling Championship which annually features the provincial men’s and women’s champions from across Canada.

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WEDNESDAY •First draw at 5 p.m., second at 8 p.m. THURSDAY •Draws at 7:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. Opening ceremonies at 12:30 p.m. FRIDAY •Draws at 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. SATURDAY •Draws at 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. SUNDAY •Pool semifinal (2 vs. 3) at 8 a.m., ﬁnals at 10:30 a.m., and ﬁnal at 1:30 p.m.

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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

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Learn about issues surrounding food security and food choices, climate change and green initiatives at “Celebrate Earth Day” on Saturday, April 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brighouse branch of Richmond Public Library. “This fun, free, family event for all ages will inspire and amaze you with information about local community projects like rooftop gardens, community gardening, and composting,” said Lee Anne Smith, the library’s acting facilities co-ordinator. The program is cosponsored by Richmond Food Security Society; with booths from the Richmond Fruit Sharing Project, Amnesty International and the City of Richmond Green Can Program. Families can also enjoy lunch out on the Canadian Western Bank rooftop garden on the top of the Cultural Centre or stay inside and make giant bookmarks out of recycled materials. The Brighouse branch is located at 7700 Minoru Gate.

The City of Richmond and the East Richmond Community Association are partnering with Evergreen, Tree Canada, and the Richmond Food Security Society in presenting the 2012 Richmond Earth Day Celebration-Cambie Community Cleanup at King George Park on Sunday, April 22. This hands-on event is designed to connect residents to the green and natural spaces in their community, promote long-term stewardship, and enhance feelings of community connectedness and pride. Volunteers can sign-up to do any one of the following activities: •Clean-up of King George Park and the surrounding neighbourhoods. •Planting of trees and shrubs in the woodlot and hollow at King George Park. •Removal of invasive plants and planting of shrubs along Bath Slough Trail. •Site preparation for the growing season at the King George Park Community

Earth Day: April 22 Earth Day is held every April 22 as a way in appreciation of the Earth’s natural environment. Events are held worldwide to increase awareness about the environment.

Garden. •Updating the playground at Cambie Community Centre. Volunteers for the cleanup are required to register with Tatiana at 604-233-8399. The event is suitable for all ages and will take place rain or shine. Participants are encouraged to sign up before hand to ensure that enough food is purchased for the appreciation barbecue at the end of the event. Volunteers can sign up by calling Tatiana Micenko at Cambie Community Centre at 604-233-8372 or emailing tmicenko@richmond. ca. For more information visit www.facebook.com/cambiecommunitycentre, call East Richmond Community Association at 604-2338399 or see www.richmond.ca/cambie. Funding for this event is being provided by the Wal-Mart Evergreen Green Grants Program, YVR, and Siemens with in-kind donors Disposal King, Starbucks-Bridgeport Rd and Kin’s Farm Markets.

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All-Blacks, Athletics advance in Provincial Cup play by Don Fennell Sports Editor Two of the three Richmond Senior Soccer Association teams in the 2012 Provincial Cup competition are advancing, following victories in opening-round play last weekend. While the Islanders FC suffered a heart-breaking 3-2 loss to NFS Inter of the Fraser Valley league in a match at Minoru Park, their setback was offset at least somewhat by the Athletics’ 3-1 decision over GH Active Earth Engineering, which made the trek to

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Bring this coupon and receive a L’Oréal Shampoo or

Conditioner (250ml) FREE with any regular priced service. Promo ends April 30, 2012.

ALON

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points if it includes enough pockets to stash your iPod, keys and other necessities. Keep in mind the conditions and alter your activewear accordingly. The weather is fickle even in late spring, so look into gear with water repellent properties if you exercise outside often. Moisture wicking fabrics are great for both the heat and the cold. Don’t forget about your accessories either: a cap for the rain or sun, a watch for time trials,

across from Best Buy south side of Lansdowne Rd. Rmd. www.egohairdesigns.com Email: richard_egohair@shawbiz.ca

Haute Coiffure Française

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Do you have a

CRACKED

The Radisson is dishing

Windshield?

WARNING: A faulty windshield can lead to serious injury. Putting off getting your windshield fixed or replaced? A cracked windshield puts you and your family at serious risk in the event of a traffic accident. Visit crystalglass.ca/safety to find out more.

CERTIFIED SAFE! Bring in this ad for a

1995* Rock Chip Repair

*Valid on one service. Only one ad/coupon per customer.

Richmond: 604.273.8871 | 310.GLASS | Unit 110, 5771 NO. 3 Road

“TEETH in a DAY”

‘Teeth in a Day’ is a NEW technique in RICHMOND using dental implants that give you the fastest possible permanent replacement for dentures and missing or failing teeth. If you can answer ‘YES’ to any 3 of the questions below, then ‘Teeth in a Day’ with dental implants can help you! Have you had it with dentures & missing teeth? Do you want to taste your food again? Is your weight out of control because you can’t eat healthy diet. Tired of missing fun social events, birthdays or family holiday gatherings because of embarrassing dental problems? Do your children or grand kids make remarks about your teeth or dentures? Would you like to live life enjoying simple pleasures like smiling and laughing at the dinner table or going out to your favourite restaurant again? Want to avoid extra treatment time? Your dental implant treatment will be more convenient with ALL of your treatment completed in one ofﬁce by one doctor using new methods & technology and comfortable sedation. Call to get a FREE Report to learn how ‘Teeth in a Day’ is a great way to stop your suffering and regain all the things you’re missing!

Dentures

In most cases, restaurants carefully label items as fresh hoping to entice or lure guests.

Dental Implants

Ruins the Taste of Food Unnatural Plastic Gooey, Unsanitary Adhesive Weak Bite, Poor Chewing Gagging & Choking Embarrassing Accidents Fake Smile

Taste Food Again! No Excess, Bulky Plastic! No More Goo, Ends Bad Breath! Strong Bite…Chew Everything! No More Gagging! Ends Accidents, Security Returns Beautiful Natural Smile!

“Before I came to Dr. Nelson, my teeth showed the effects of many years of neglect, and I was not quick to smile. Also, it was difÀcult to chew food and was painful and frustrating and the reason I avoided dentists. After Dr. Nelson and the rest of his team worked on me, my teeth not only look great, but they also feel great. As far as the surgery goes, it was a minor event and the implants are just like my own teeth. If it is decided that implants are the best thing for you, or if something else is required, you will have the procedure explained and they will answer any questions you may have. As I said before, my teeth look and feel great and eating is a joy again. I now have a ready smile and people notice that.” –Alfred R.

Dr. Greg Nelson,

Dentist

Implant, Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry Im For a COMPLIMENTARY CONSULT call 604-232-3900 or visit drgregnelson.ca or bcimplants.com

Enjoy your smile.... Everybody else does!

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But at Fresh Restaurant & Lounge, fresh is a frame of mind—an outlook reflected in the menus, a new approach to service and the feelings and attitudes we want you to enjoy and take with you. The name Fresh is based on the restaurant’s personal commitment to all of these philosophies. Fresh Restaurant & Lounge offers a warm inviting atmosphere where people can be themselves. Located in the Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport, Fresh caters small private parties for 35 to 60

people in its “Fresh Garden Room.” Fresh can offer Cash or Hosted Bars, Brunches, buffet style or plated meals and even small dance floors! For catering information please call Suzanne at 604-279-8389. Fresh was the first hotel in the area to offer Weekend Prime Rib dinner specials and has an attending chef carve this in the Dining Room. The newest portion size is a whopping 28oz for those with big appetites! Fresh is introducing a “Sunday Night Is Family Night.” Guests call up to 24 hours in advance to make their reservation, choose from three special menus (Farm House Young Roasted

COMEDY NIGHT APRIL 20-21

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Door 7pm• Showtime 8pm Tickets $20 Featuring Zhangster/ Ryan Lachanie/ Ed Hill

something for everyone

RESTAURANT

APRIL CALENDAR WED 18 Steak & Prawns Night $12.99 CANUCKS @ KINGS 7PM

25 Steak & Prawns Night $12.99

THURS

FRI

19 Wings Night $5/lb

SAT 20

Comedy Night 8pm

SUN 21

Comedy Night 8pm

MON

22 Prime Rib Dinner $16.99 KINGS VS CANUCKS 7PM

TUES 23

Industry Night

KINGS VS CANUCKS 7PM * IF NECESSARY

27 Naked Burger Special $8.00

29 Prime Rib Dinner $16.99

Celebrate Mom!

CANUCKS @ KINGS 7PM

* IF NECESSARY

Wings 26 Night $5/lb

24 Wings Night $5/lb

30 Industry Night

1 Wings Night $5/lb

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604-244-8500

WWW.THESUBURBANWELL.COM

She deserves a special reward. Treat Mom to a well-deserved day off and a great meal. And kids 5 years old and under eat free! Mother’s Day: Brunch 10 :30am – 3 pm 604-233-3969 | HaroldsBistro.com | 7551 Westminster Hwy, Richmond

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up something Fresh! Chicken, Canadian AAA Top Sirloin Roast or, Italian Style Pork Roast) and Fresh will prepare a full “Family Style” dinner for four people for only $60! Each menu comes complete from soups or salads to entrée items, through dessert. Why cook at home when we can do the cooking and all the clean up for you too? You just have to come hungry!

Fridays & Saturdays are Prime Rib nights while Sunday is Family night.

^¥^ z> ^>¾^ Fresh Restaurant & Lounge is located in the Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport at 8181 Cambie Rd. For reservations call 604279-8303 or book online at www. freshrestaurant.ca. Fresh is also a member of Open Table—join up to earn points towards free dinners.

JOIN US FOR SUNDAY BRUNCH OR OUR PRIME RIB WEEKEND SPECIALS SUNDAY NIGHT IS FAMILY NIGHT

Fridays and Saturdays, starting from $19.95. While quantities last.

An easy “Family Night” out for the whole gang, check our website! RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

@ Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport

For re reservations call us at 604-279-8389 or email fresh@radissonvancouver.com or book online at www.opentable.com

8181 Cambie Road, Richmond • www.freshrestaurant.ca

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Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants 3380 No. 6 Rd, Richmond (Between Bridgeport & Cambie) Phone: 604.270.4133 • www.phoenixperennials.com Open Seven Days a Week • 10am-5pm

Naturopathic medicine may be your answer!

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pring us upon us and for many people this means the beginning of seasonal allergies (hayfever). Hayfever is an inappropriate immune response by the body to essentially harmless substances. Common symptoms include itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing, wheezing and headaches. People often mistake these symptoms for a common cold. However, a cold will usually accompany these symptoms with a fever. Standard but effective treatments include using specific herbal medicines, homeopathic medicines and glandular substances. This treatment plan will reduce the body’s inappropriate immune response thereby treating allergies from the cause rather than treating just the symptoms unlike most overthe-counter medications. There are no side effects, dependencies, toxicities, drowsiness or rebound congestion associated with natural remedies. Dr. Jheeta offers Recent advances in the treatment of allergies include intravenous Richmond over 17 years Vitamin therapy. This involves using large amounts of specific of Naturopathic services nutrients injected directly into the bloodstream. Once again the result is relieving the body’s inappropriate immune response and subsequently alleviating the symptoms for months at a time. This treatment is an option for those patients who do not like taking pills three or four times a day for months.

Quick lunch or quiet dinner Great menu Lots of options to keep everyone happy

Any Breakfast Entree Sat. & Sun. 9am-3pm

Not valid on Mother’s Day and Easter Sunday. One coupon per guest. Valid until May 31, 2012.

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Naturopathic services are covered through extended health plans.

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ALLERGIES GOT YOU DOWN?

RESTAURANT

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Reservations: 604.261.7779 or online at www.cravings.ca

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INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . . . . . . 1-8 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . 9-57 TRAVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61-76 CHILDREN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-98 EMPLOYMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . 203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK . . . . . . . . . . . 453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE . . . . . . 503-587 REAL ESTATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 603-696 RENTALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703-757 AUTOMOTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-862 MARINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 903-920

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IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of Margaret Stewart Esson Nov. 10, 1932 - April 17, 1985 It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t what we write, It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t what we say, Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how we feel deep inside as we think of you today.

DENIED CANADA PENSION plan disability benefits? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-7933222. www.dcac.ca PATIENTS - need a Medical Marijuana Doctor? Growers - want to be a Designated Grower? Info at: www.greenlineacademy.com or 1250-860-8611. DO YOU OFFER HOME SERVICES?

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

OBITUARIES

LOST AND FOUND

LOST DOG - Richmond - French Bulldog, (male, tan colour) vic. of Saunders Rd on Sat. April 14th about 10pm. Pls call (778)989-9785 LOST: GLASSES prescription (grey), brand new. Monday, April 9, vic. Moncton St in Steveston. 604275-3331.

CHILDREN

Her loving family

INFORMATION

CRIMINAL RECORD? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

True Light Montessori Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre 5120 - Blundel Rd. RICHMOND

Phone 604-271-7131

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EXPERIENCED SERVICE PROVIDER for Chrysler dealership in Salmon Arm. Strong customer satisfaction skills. Able to work in a fast paced environment. Excellent wage/benefit package. Fax resume 1 250 832 4545. email pat@brabymotors.com MORLEY MULDOON TRANSPORT is seeking qualified Heavy Duty Mechanics or Heavy Equipment Technicians, Dispatcher, HR/Safety Supervisor. Fax resume to 780-842-6511 or email to: dispatch.mmt@telus.net SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES $294+ DAILY MAILING POSTCARDS! Easy! Guaranteed Legit Work! www.ThePostcardGuru.com $20-$60/Hr Using Your Computer! www.FreeJobPosition.com Overnight Cash To Your Doorstep! www.CashGiftingBucks.com More Amazing Opportunities Visit: www.LegitCashJobs.com

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

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES HOME BASED BUSINESS We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Position Available bcclassified.com Purchasing Agent Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Ltd. (website <iem.ca>) designs and manufactures bulk materials handling equipment typically used in mining, forestry and oil sands. The Company has been in operation since 1955 and is privately owned with an attractive employee ownership program available to all employees. Our 50,000 square foot shop is located in Port Kells, Surrey.

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Dispatcher / Truck Driver needed. Ideal applicant will have a class one license and be experienced in dispatching, office work. You will be responsible for dispatching 5 or more trucks on a daily basis. You will make sure the drivers paper work is in order and all appointments are made and kept on time. You will be able to work with minimal supervision and make dispatch decisions under pressure, on the fly. You must be able to cross the US border when necessary as our company services the Vancouver Seattle corridor. E-Mail resume to; dave@dragontrucking.com

DRIVERS REQUIRED HTL Transport LTD. Hiring long haul Class 1 flatdeck drivers to run AB. High Pay & new trucks. Must travel to the U.S. 2 yrs exp & clean drivers abstract. Fax Resume to 778-395-3536 htltransport@live.ca

We require a Purchasing Agent who has several years of purchasing experience in metal fabrication and custom equipment manufacturing. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to a qualified candidate. Reply by Email to jwurz@iem.ca or by fax to 604-513-9905

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DRIVER WITH CLASS 1 + AIR WANTED To conduct deliveries for international lubricants co. in Vancouver area, Seattle-Tacoma, Prince George, Okanagan & Edmonton. Pay $20/hour, mileage, bonus, proďŹ t-sharing & full beneďŹ ts.

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EDUCATION

AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783

APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholarship For Women to attend Journalism certificate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Deadline May 30, 2012. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com

Apply with resume by emailing custservpaciďŹ c@fuchs.com or faxing to 604-888-1145

OWNER OPERATORS & CLASS 1 Company Drivers Surrey Terminal Van Kam Freightwaysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; group of companies requires Owner Operators and Class 1 Company drivers to be based out of our Surrey Terminal. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving exp./training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. Call Bev at 1-800-663-0900 or send a detailed resume and current driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract. (For owner operators, provide details of your truck) to: careers@vankam.com Fax, 604-587-9889 Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. Thank you for your interest however only those of interest to us will be contacted.

NOW - NEW 8 week courses covering snowmobile or quad or marine outboard repair. Take one course or all - fit your interest and your timeline. GPRC Fairview Campus, Fairview, Alberta. Affordable residences. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

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OPEN House! French daycare â&#x20AC;&#x153;Les Moussaillonsâ&#x20AC;?. Tuesday April 17, 10:45-11:45 and 18:00-19:00. In Ecole des Navigateurs, 8580 Kilgour Pl. Richmond. Must have at least one francophone parent. Contact: Lorette LeBlanc, (604) 488.4235

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COMING EVENTS

BC ARTS AND CULTURE WEEK is here! From April 22-28, arts councils & schools in your community are hosting activities of all sorts as part of the celebration. www.bcartsweek.org

Show & Sale Sat. April 28 10 AM - 5 PM Sun. April 29 10 AM - 4 PM Abby. Exhibition Park 32470 Haida Dr. in the Cadet Building â&#x20AC;˘ Adults $6 â&#x20AC;˘ Kids $4 â&#x20AC;˘ Children under 5 Free â&#x20AC;˘ Family $12 (2 adults & up to 3 kids) Visit: www.bcreptileclub.ca (1)-604-836-6080

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INFORMATION

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www.blackpress.ca > www.bclocalnews.com .2012 Law Week April 21, 10-2pm

Advertising Sales Consultant The Langley Times, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time sales person. The successful candidate will have a university or college education or two years of sales experience â&#x20AC;&#x201C; preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player and will also be called upon to grow the account list with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in a an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong beneďŹ t package. Black Press has over 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless. Please submit your resume with a cover letter by Friday, April 20, 2012 to: Dwayne Weidendorf The Langley Times, #102-20258 Fraser Highway, Langley, B.C. V3A 4R3 or email to publisher@langleytimes.com No phone calls please.

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HELP WANTED

APPLY NOW!!! Paid weekly up to $20/hr Hiring 12 F/T positions Must be outgoing, motivated And dedicated!!!!! Students welcome!!!

Advertise where clients look to travel. BCCLASSIFIED.COM Up to 1,000,000 readers will be looking for you!

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HELP WANTED

Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following job: Heavy Duty Mechanic. Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259

Kids and Adults Needed Papers are delivered to your door. No need to insert flyers either! Deliver 2x week, Wednesdays and Fridays, right in your neighbourhood. Call our circulation department for information.

Call Roya 604-247-3710 Route

Boundaries

Number of Papers

15102996

2000 blk Shell Rd, River Dr

14302277

8000 Blk of Railway Ave

14301274

Cormorant Crt, Steveston Hwy

14401544

10000 Blk of No 4 Rd

14401714

9500-10800 Block Shell

14303522

9000 Blk of No 3 Rd

14401660

Ainsworth Cres, Moddocks Rd

14401611

Dennis Cres, Pl, Wilkinson Rd

110

15102040 Baydala Crt, Davies Crt, Pl, Finalyson Crt, Dr Gagnon Pl, Tait Crt 133 15102063

Beckman Pl, 9000 blk of Bridgeport

14500483

Ash St, Boyd Crt, Dolphin Ave, Crt

101

15101017

Capella Dr , Capella Pl

Call JR 604-247-3712 or email us at circulation@richmondreview.com Route Boundaries Number of Papers

14100277

Bayview, English, Ewen, Gerrard, Hayashi, Moncton

14903050

5000 and 6000 Blk No 1 Rd

14903070

Cornwall Dr, Pl, Crt

115

14903089

4000 blk River Rd (between No 1 & McCallan)

CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; john@raidersconcrete.com. Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780-444-7103.

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14903071

Forsyth Cres, 4000 Blk Westminster Hwy

14903076

5000 blk Gibbons Dr, Westminster Hwy

14203135

Fairdell Cres

14201154

5000 blk Williams Rd

14901020

2000blk River Rd, 2000 blk Westminster hwy

14203244

Bairdmore Cres

14901036

Turquoise Dr

14201121

Gander Dr, Crt, Pl, St Johns Pl

14201126

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

269

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GARDENING

LIVE-IN CAREGIVER for elderly, F/T. Min. wage. Richmond area. Call Gloria, 604-275-5241.

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

ARCTIC CO-OPERATIVES LIMITED is recruiting Line Cooks and Guest Services positions for Inns North hotels in Nunavut. E-mail your resume to: humanresources@arcticco-op.com or fax: 1-204-632-8575.

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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

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic - Truck Van-cam Freightways Ltd. requires a full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic with truck experience. This position is located at our Surrey Terminal (10155 Grace Road). Applicants should have related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. This is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers. Submit a detailed resume and email/cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889 or call Derek at 604-587-9818 (leave a message) Van Kam is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Environmental Responsibility. Van Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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MLG ENTERPRISES All Aspects Landscaping & Garden Solutions

OF Home (604)501-9290

604.

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

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

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

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

PRESSURE WASHING

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778 www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca 10% OFF with this AD

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

PETS

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

Improvements,

477

Border Collie P/B puppies dob Feb. 18 M-$450: vet ✓ first shot. 604250-4360 or 604-856-7975.

CAIRN Terriers. Shots, dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. Over 20 years of referrals. 604-807-5204, 604-592-5442 or 604-854-1978

CANE CORSO MASTIFF, shots, dewormed, tails cropped, vet ✓ $1,000. Call 604-826-7634.

NAHAL CONSTRUCTION

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

25 year of experience. Call for your FREE estimate.

RENOVATIONS

Jas 778-896-4065 Bell 604-339-2765

Bathrooms, Kitchens Additions, Carpentry Work, Painting. Refs. We Do Small Jobs

Yellow Labs, p/b, 5m, 2f, $700, dewormed, vet chkd. Chwk. (604)7947633 (604)997-3040 No Sun. calls.

604-613-1018

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MOVING & STORAGE

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.

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

NORTHERN ELECTRIC 4 spd Jarrad record changer & radio combo, 32’’x38’’, $500 obo. (604)274-4976

509

AFFORDABLE MOVING

$45/Hr

604-537-4140

329 PAINTING & DECORATING AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

AUCTIONS

SUPERB 24TH Annual Auction. Horse drawn carriages & sleighs. Plus incredible offering horse era antiques. Sunday, May 6, 12 Noon, Al Oeming Park; www.aloemingauctions.com. Bodnarus Auctioneering. Phone 306-227-9505. Canada’s Best.

Local & Long Distance

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

ANTIQUES & VINTAGE

LOUIS XV 5 pc bdrm suite, $3,500. French Grandfatehr clock, sirca 1880s, $1,900 obo. (604)832-1857.

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

FAWN PUG PUPPIES - ready to go. Have shots, vet checked. Adorable. $650/ea. (604)607-0207

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

Spruce Bay Construction

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

PETS

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

New and Re-Roof Specialist Residential & Commercial. Shakes, Shingles and Duroid.

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

TREE SERVICES

Tree removal done RIGHT!

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

JASON’S ROOFING

320

220.JUNK(5865)

374

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Licensed, Government Approved, Canadian Company.

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

604-507-4606 or 604-312-7674

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

www.debtgone.ca

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

But Dead Bodies!!

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

Call FREE 1-877-220-3328

CRIMINAL RECORD?

bradsjunkremoval.com

Haul Anything...

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

Need STRESS relief? One easy payment makes that possible!

LEGAL SERVICES

FREE ESTIMATES Joe 604-250-5481

PLUMBING

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

NEED HELP MANAGING YOUR DEBT?

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21 Years Serving Rmd. Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service

Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

#1 AAA Rubbish Removal

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

Ironman Plumbing (604)510-2155

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

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

Running this ad for 8yrs

$39 SERVICE CALL plumbing, heating, plugged drains. Big & sm jobs.

HERBAL MAGIC Limited time offer - Save 50%!! Lose Weight and keep it off. Results Guaranteed! Don’t delay call NOW 1-800-854-5176.

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604.587.5865

www.recycleitcanada.ca

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

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

GET PAID TO LOSE WEIGHT. $5,000 For Your Success Story. Personal Image TV Show. Call to Qualify: 416-730-5684 ext 2243. Joanna@mertontv.ca www.mertontv.ca.

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

PAINT SPECIAL

338

CLASSICAL/ACOUSTIC Guitar Lessons. Tel: 778-862-2727 www.SoloAcousticGuitar.com

HEALTH PRODUCTS

• Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!

“ ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582

(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

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

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JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly

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

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT!

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

PERSONAL SERVICES HOME CARE/SUPPORT

ENERGETIC individual needed for f/t position working with disabled woman. Must have a D/L. Email resume: bjcookie75@hotmail.com

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FENCING

• FREE ADMISSION to all playing venues • 1 complimentary item of event apparel • 1 complimentary meal per volunteer shift worked! Call our ofﬁce or visit our website for more info. 604-536-9287 or www.canadianopen fastpitch.com or Attend our next Volunteer meeting for more details. Tuesday, May 1 7:00 pm at the Sandman Signature Hotel, 8828 201 Street, Langley

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Factory Direct Cedar Fence Panels for Sale & Installation. 8291 No. 5 Road, Richmond. 604 275-3158

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or email us at circulation@richmondreview.com

ELECTRICAL

Be part of our exciting, worldclass softball tournament, which takes place from June 30 - July 9 in Surrey, BC. We are looking for volunteers in areas such as: scorekeeping, security & parking, transportation, batgirls, tickets & gates, and more! We ask that each volunteer work a minimum of 20 hours. In exchange for your time, each volunteer will receive: .Become a Prof. Dog Trainer 1-800-961-6616

PropertyStarsJobs.Com

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

VOLUNTEERS

AT THE SCOTIABANK CANADIAN OPEN FASTPITCH!

$100-$400 CASH DAILY

Acan Transport Ltd. needs 1 perm. computer system analyst ($31.5/hr) in Surrey. University Degree in computer science or software engineering & over 3 yrs relevant exp. req. Chinese language capacity highly valued. Duties: custom design & implement IT system with full business solution, minimize security breaches, maintain performance. Please apply to: acantransport@yahoo.com.

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VOLUNTEER

HELP WANTED for Landscaping Work! Competitive, Energetic, Honesty a MUST!

TRADES, TECHNICAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

281

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

130

160

JOURNEYMAN Electrician with exp. Must have FSR for work in residential and light commercial. Fax or email resume with ref to 604-556-3961 dnelectric@telus.net

Call Erica 604.777.2195

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.

.Hummingbirdasf.ca Aboriginal Student Futures

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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PETS

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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 LAWN CARE

24/7 HEATING & PLUMBING

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

A DIVISION OF NOLAN YARD WORKS

• Regular Scheduled Cuts • Aerating •Lime & Fertilize • Hedge Trimming COMPLETE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE Senior's Discount!

Licensed, Insured, Bonded • Same Day Service

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

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

Free estimates (fully insured)

Call Darryn 604-339-5532

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

or email admin@richmondreview.com

778-895-0968 RMD

FURNITURE

DINING ROOM: like new Colonial set, 72’’ dble pedestal table, 6 chrs & beaut hutch, $1500. Serious buyers only, call to view (604)274-4976 DINING ROOM SUITE. Solid oak, Table & 4 chairs, china cabinet. $595 obo. (604)271-4163

MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

626

HOUSES FOR SALE

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

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Surrey: Bright, immac. gorgeous 4 bdrm house, Boundary Park, completely updated. Cls amen. 2200 sf. 5900 sf lot. Modern decor, South exp. yrd. $789,900: (778)218-9637

55 Plus 2 BDRM. 2 bath. Quiet seniors park. No smoking sm. dog ok prefer long term. Must pass strata requirements. Lots of storage. $1200 mo. Plus damage deposit. Ph. 778-999-5993.vf

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

WHEN

736

SUPER

RICHMOND walking distance to Lansdowne Mall & restaurants. 4 bdrms, 2 bath Pets wel. $1800. May 15. Call Kirsten 604-592-6881.

Employee I’ve been looking for?

746

Beech, Oak, Japanese Maples, Magnolias, Dogwoods, Katsuras, Rhododendrons 604-826-8988 8069 Nelson St Mission

1. BUILD Your DREAM HOME in West Richmond 4880 Pendlebury 9240 sqft lot $1,650,000. Luxury neighbourhood close to schools, parks, shopping, transportation MLS V941199 2. GREAT CONDO central Richmond, close to Canada Line, Richmond Center #1112-8033 Saba Road, Paloma II Richmond. 2 bed/2 bath 921 sq ft $530,000 like new,vacant. Faye Erbe REALTOR 778-883-2984 TRG Realty www.fayeerbe.com

• New 4”, 5”, 6” Seamless Gutters & Downpipes • Leaf-Grate & Leaf Protection System • Gutter Repairs & Cleaning • Best Prices & Senior’s Discount • No HST - April, May, June • Customer Service Since 1968 & Fully Insured

Mike Stanley, Field Tech Richmond BC

810

1-800-910-6402

838

GUARANTEED

RECREATIONAL/SALE

2003 21’ WILDWOOD 5th wheel, light weight, a/c, awning, slide-out beaut cond. $15,900/obo. Free storage till May/2012. 604-287-1127

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

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.

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

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

Auto Loans or

Professionally Managed by Colliers International Call 604-841-2665

We Will Pay You $1000

All Makes, All Models. New & Used Inventory.

1-888-229-0744 or apply at:

TRANSPORTATION

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

AIRPLANES

CESSNA 180 1976 on 3000 Caps for lease. DeHavilland DHC-2 1957 on 4930 Floats for lease. Van. Is. E-mail; rleroy@telus.net

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1967 MUSTANG Conv auto, pb, ps, 289 V8, red on red, white top, GT frond end, exc cond. $29,500 obo. (604)535-0226.

810

AUTO FINANCING

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

QUEENSGATE GARDENS Conveniently Located

806

TRANSPORTATION

RICHMOND

804

www.raincentre.com (24/7) 604-644-0772

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.

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

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! bcclassified.com 818

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

CARS - DOMESTIC

1988 Chrysler LeBaron 2.2 turbo, burgundy, leather int, near new top, exc cond, $2500. (604)858-8332

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

Loan.

Apply

Now,

2007 CHEV MALIBU LT, 3.5 V6, auto, 98K, exc cond, smoke-free Reduced! $5900. (604)288-7997 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convert. Grey/grey. Loaded, priced to sell. Please call Richard 778-222-0140. 2008 PONTIAC WAVE, 4 dr sedan, auto, high kms. runs/looks good, white, $3850 firm. 604-538-9257.

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

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 The Scrapper

750 .

LOOKING FOR A NEW JOB?

I JUST TURNED 80 HOUSES FOR SALE

ROOMS FOR RENT

RICHMOND. Central, new home, furn, own full bath. Pri ent. sec. Incl cbl/net. Prof. Refs. Ns/np/nd. $575. 604-241-0788 or 604-551-0462.

Use bcclassified.com - Employment Section 100’s

626

HOMES FOR RENT

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.

Will I find that

572 PLANTS/NURSERY STOCK

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

TOWNHOUSES

Visit our website: www.aptrentals.net 1 & 2 Bdrm apts frm $900/ Francis Rd walk dist to bus, sky, shops, schools incl hw, ht, cable, prkg, NS, NP, Lease, AVAIL NOW 604-2413772

Fill your positions fast! Advertise across the lower mainland in the 17 best-read community newspapers!

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

DOWNTOWN. 1 Side newly decorated and vacant. Other side rented. Each side has 4 bdrms, 3- 4 pce baths, garden area & storage shed. $337,900. (604)534-2748.

**HOME PHONE RECONNECT** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348.

I say “let’s make a deal on trees & shrubs”

APARTMENT/CONDO

1 & 2 Bdrms

MERRITT SxS Duplex.

MISC. FOR SALE

M.S. MAINTENANCE & RENOVATIONS

RENTALS

Available Immediately

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.

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

My Dr. says “SLOW DOWN” My wife says “QUIT”

706

RICHMOND

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.

Roll top desk, solid oak $150 obo; Recliner (brown leather) SOLD; Oak coffee table w/glass top $65 obo; Two end tables oak w/glass top $35 each; Ottoman (med brn) $75; Sofa table oak $50; coffee table, solid dark wood $55. (604)271-4163

560

RENTALS

REAL ESTATE

Licensed, Insured & Bonded Local Plumbers www.1stcallplumbing.ca

RENOVATIONS

Call 604-247-3700

Free estimate and free design.

548

604-868-7062

Home Service Guide

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

625

Installed from $735

To advertise in the

WEST CONCRETE

Bedroom Suite, 5 piece queen size. Dark wood. $395 obo. (604)271-4163

HOT WATER TANKS

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

604-833-2103

CONCRETE SERVICE

UNDER $400

• Plumbing Repairs • Boilers & Furnaces • Gas

COMMERCIAL ~ RESIDENTIAL

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

526

PLUMBING & HEATING

SSL ENTERPRISES INC

CONSTRUCTION • RENOVATIONS

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS bcclassified.com

• Pressure Washing

604-908-3596 6 04-9 -908-3 -3596

EXCAVATION

BILL GILLESPIE

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

• Aeration / Power Raking

STEVESTON HOME SERVICES

RENOVATIONS

BUILDING SUPPLIES

WCB & LIABILITY INSURED

• Hedge Trimming / Pruning

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

RJ’S PLUMBING & HOME SERVICE

518

FREE ESTIMATES

Call Sean 778-869-6901

• Edging

• Trimming

HANDYMAN

PLUMBING

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 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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

UNIVERSITY STUDENTS WITH OVER 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE

604-275-8464 or 778-869-6288

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

LAWN SERVICE

STEVESTON STUDENT LAWN CARE

HIGH EFFICIENCY FURNACE – $2499 installed

CALL WEST:

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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

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1995 VW CABRIO CONVERTIBLE

250 km, 4 sp., $2550 obo. Phone 604-277-7317

SUITES, LOWER

RICHMOND, 1 bdrm, $800 incl utils, lndry, cable, WiFi. Avail. now. Phone (604)306-5712.

1998 MERCEDES E320, 4 dr. auto, fully loaded, 80K, local, no accid, $6200/obo. Call 778-881-1216.

RICHMOND, 1 bdrm new bsmt ste, nr BCIT & airport. N/P. Avail now. $850 incl utils. 604-782-3271

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

RICHMOND #5 near Bridgeport Rd. 2 bdr in new home. Lndry. prkg. ns/np $950 incl util. Avail. now. Refs. 604-214-0231 / 604-780-3793

2004 VOLKWAGEN TD 4/dr sedan, fully loaded, leather interior,sunroof, blue, 157K. 1 Owner. Mint cond! $10,900/obo. Call 778-240-1966.

RICHMOND, Gilbert/Westminster Hwy. Bachelor suite. $650/mo. Refs req. N/P. N/S. 604-277-7450.

2004 VW JETTA S/W, diesel, 185 km, new tires, battery, inj. pump. $8,900 obo. Phone (604)530-5529.

RICHMOND, Ironwood, reno’d, bright 1 bdrm ste, 1,000 sf, lndry. Immed.$800 incl utils.778-241-0308

830

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

MOTORCYCLE HAULER, triple or single, large lockable utility box for all your gear. Wide easy load alum. ramp incl. $1395. Ph. 778-888-6805

MOTORCYCLES

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $6200 firm. Call 604-538-4883

MARINE 912

BOATS

ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 604-319-5720

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> All Shook Up at Gateway Theatre

Around Town Amanda Oye

Audience gets up for All Shook Up A standing ovation, a song and a dance wrapped up the opening night performance of All Shook Up at Gateway Theatre last Friday evening. The show, which was enjoyed by a packed house, marked the opening of the theatre’s final show with Simon Johnston as the artistic director. “It’s a love letter to the community,” Johnston said of All Shook Up. “It has all of the things in it I wanted to say.” The musical features popular Elvis Presley hits, including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Hound Dog” and “That’s All Right.” It follows the lives of several people living in a small community looking for love and adventure. “It’s about chasing your dream … It’s about finding your bliss,” Johnston said. The show left the audience in tears of laughter and brought them to their feet for the cast’s final bow. “It far surpassed my expectations,” Johnston said. “To have a standing ovation on an opening night is quite rare.” Following the performance the theatre lobby was bursting with people and excitement as the audience and cast members enjoyed a reception catered by the Marriott, Hilton and Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotels and Anna’s Cake House. Amanda Oye covers the social scene. amanda. oye@telus.net.

Don and Doris Middleton.

Gateway staff members—Stephanie Shardlow, the member and event coordinator, Dawn Ewen, the marketing coordinator, Sherry Elasoff, the manager of marketing and publicity and Sheilagh Cahill, the manager of development.

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Langley Farm Market JUMBO

CARROTS

SNAP S A

PEAS

product of China (0.86 kg)

product of China (200g pack)

FRESH CELERY product of California (0.86 kg)

lb.

RED NAVEL (CARA CARA)

ORANGES

product of California (1.94 kg)

lb.

ea.

WHITE

LOCAL AMBR AMBROSIA

product of B.C. (3.70 kg)

product of B.C. (1.72 kg)

MUSHROOMS

$ 68

lb.

MEAT

APPLES

lb.

Beef RoundBoneless Steak (AA) Beef Outside Chuck Steaks (AA)

Fletcher's Bacon 3Fish Frozen Cooked Shrimp

Frozen Cornish Game Fresh Beef Short RibsHen (AA)

(8.14 ($8.80kg).. kg)........................................ ........................................

(500 (400g). g) ........................................... .............................................

(6.59 (12.10kg). kg)......................................... ........................................

$3.69 $3.99/lb. /lb.

$3.99 $4.99/ea. ea.

$2.99 $5.49/lb. /lb.

GROCERY Finn Crisp Thin Crispbread

$5.00

(175g - 200g) Multigrain and Original .............................................. 2/

Dalla Terra Antipasto

$5.00

(375 ml) Assorted flavours............................................................ .. 2/

San Remo canned Crushed, Diced & Whole Tomatoes, (796ml) ...........................................................$1.19 ea. Spiga Di Puglia Pasta (500g) Assorted flavours........ ................................................................

$0.99 ea.

BAKERY

Mango Swiss Roll (600 g)........................................$4.50 ea.

Hot Cross Buns (400 g) ....................................... ...$2.00 ea.

Chicken Pockets (80g) ........................................ ...$1.20 ea.

Ganache Chocolate Cake (4"x8") .............. ...$8.50 ea.

DELI Cuddy Honey Maple Turkey ...................................................

.............

$1.59 /100g

Italian Mortadella ............................................... ...

$1.09 /100g

German Edam Cheese

$1.09 /100g

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Prices in effect Thurs. April 19 - Sun. April 22, 2012. While Quantities Last

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Bringing out the barbecue

When the warm weather hits, it’s time to dig out your barbecue and do some outdoor cooking.

By Maggie Calloway In North America outdoor living includes eating outdoors, which in turn means barbecuing. When one is thinking about cooking outdoors, Nash Shivji of The BBQ Shop in Port Coquitlam is the person to call. Twenty-five years in the business means there is nothing this gentleman doesn’t know about the subject.

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Ben and his family enjoyed working with contractor Harald Koehn, right, while planning their Langley renovation. Koehn is the recipient of numerous local, provincial and national awards, including two Georgie Awards this year. Martin Knowles photo

Making a house a perfect home for Ben With the help of Harald Koehn, a local family now has a home that ﬁts everyone. By Maggie Calloway Imagine if you will a family of five kids, one with spina bifida, and two adults all living in a 2,400-square-foot rancher which has seen, shall we say, better days. The imagination runs rampant thinking of long, dark, rainy winter weekends with high-energy kids trapped inside. Well not any more! After a total home renovation, this stunning home sitting on acreage in

Langley works for every member of this amazing family. Ten-year-old Ben, a dynamo on wheels, is now able to zoom around the whole house. Contractor Harald Koehn Construction Ltd., winner of numerous local, provincial and national awards for excellence, was a perfect fit with this family. The project was a collaboration between the family and the professionals to make sure every member had their needs addressed and while Ben’s needs, both now and into the future, were integral to the design, this needed to be a home in the real sense of the word. “The bones of the house were basically good so it was a smooth transition,” Koehn says. “We were able to create what they were looking for

within the new 4,400 square feet. The old house was not energy-efficient and none of the family had privacy. The difference for the family is lifechanging.” The project took a year to complete. There were many different things at play in the renovation. One was Ben’s mobility, but the house was inefficient in many ways, and there was also a need for the new house to meet the needs of the family while the children were still at home and, if the parents wish, to age in place. Built in a style similar to houses seen in Whistler, the home now includes a great room, dining

We are hearing a lot lately about aging in place. This single subject will become more and more important over the next few years as our population ages. Research shows the very best thing for our aging population is to stay in the neighbourhood they know, if at all possible. We all need a sense of community and that basic need doesn’t change as we age; in fact it’s just the opposite. Knowing your neighbours, your doctor, dentist and shoe repair store is a major part of belonging. As the theme song of Cheers said, “Everyone knows your name.” Staying in place is sometimes easier said than done. If the home is on multiple levels and mobility is an issue, moving or finding another solution is paramount. With 35 years in the business, partners Alan Bodnaruk and Cam Pomeroy of Western Elevators are certainly in that category. “There are a variety of ways the home can be modified to assist movement in the home from level to level,” Bodnaruk says. “Stairlifts, a sturdy chair assembly unit that travels up and down on a steel rail mounted to the staircase, are the easiest to install. They may be straight, curved, or custom

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Natural gas makes your summers seem endless A natural gas barbecue never runs out of fuel. If you have a natural gas patio heater or fire pit, you can stay outside long after summer‘s over. And when that blustery storm hits, you can stay warm and well fed with a natural gas fireplace and range. Both will continue working during a power outage. For comfort, convenience and value balance your home’s energy mix with natural gas. Visit fortisbc.com/savingenergy to watch our video on how natural gas fits into your everyday life.

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Harald Koehn Construction turns a Langley residence into a dream home â&#x20AC;&#x153; from page.1 room and kitchen combination. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You get a great feeling of space, and the connection to the outside, through the three sets of French doors, flows naturally. There is a large patio with a pool and hot tub off the great room and no lip or step so Ben can come and go at will,â&#x20AC;? Koehn says. The house was stripped completely inside and out. The centre of the home was opened up to create the great room and dining room using a timber frame structure, creating soaring fourteen-foot ceilings. The garage stayed as it was but a new bedroom wing was added which gave the family two large bedrooms, a bathroom and a laundry room. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our climate is so rainy and grey for a lot of the year we maximized the opportunity to bring in as much light as possible,â&#x20AC;? Koehn says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We used distressed oak throughout the great room and dining room ... The kitchen works perfectly for everyone including Ben. There are a couple of areas especially for Ben; a lowered sink area and a bar fridge for cold snacks and at the end of the kitchen island there is a separate lower counter. We also placed the microwave lower so Ben can help himself.â&#x20AC;? There is a contained suite of around 400 square feet for Ben including a bedroom and bathroom. The bathroom vanity is lower, there is a jetted tub, and the separate shower is large with no sill. The whole floor of the bathroom has a special membrane under the tile which channels water into the drainage system. In addition the floor is electrically heated so any water will dry up quickly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On the ceiling there is a track system with a lift so Ben can go right from the bathroom through to his bed which again will add to independence,â&#x20AC;? Koehn says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The bedroom is multipurpose with the bed, storage and

then another little area where, when Ben gets older, they can put in a sofa and chairs; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s set up with TV, so he can entertain his friends. The door to the outside from his bedroom is automated by pushing a button, again to lend independence. Everything has been thought through to give as much accessibility and independence as possible.â&#x20AC;? The brilliance of this home is, even with the necessity of building in accessibility, nothing looks or feels contrived or institutional. Steve Riley of S.P. Riley Residential Design and Koehn worked hard to make sure that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Steve Riley did a fabulous job both on the original design and making the necessary adjustments as the job progressed ... He was very critical in making this project work,â&#x20AC;? says Koehn. The exterior of the home is dramatic but also subtle. The sidewalks change elevation seamlessly and complement the home; this was done by building up the terrain so that the ramps become pathways. Darlene is the mother of this large brood. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was so important to build a home that worked for the whole family. A lot of thought and planning went into every bit of the house,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted to get it right because we plan on being here for a long time. Ben is a full member of the family and now he is able to completely participate in family life. I would like to acknowledge the Vancouver Foundation for giving us a grant under their â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;accessible housing programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to help with the part of the renovation that affected Ben. We really appreciate the help they gave us.

The new house is perfect for Ben and his family, with upgrades meant just for him such as exterior ramps, above, a lowered counter and sink in the kitchen, left, and his own dedicated bedroom and bathroom, below. Martin Knowles photos

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want anyone who is building a new home or renovating to realize itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not that hard to include little things that make it accessible. If they end up in a wheelchair after surgery or need a walker ... they need at least one entrance they can use to get into the house. Simple things such as making doors wide enough or planning for an elevator are easy to do when building but difficult to accommodate after the fact.â&#x20AC;?

The heat of the summer â&#x20AC;&#x153; from page.1 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some very interesting things are happening in the business. One of the big things is reasonably priced barbecues are now available with many of the features previously only available on high-priced models, features like rotisserie and rear burners,â&#x20AC;? Shivji says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Barbecues priced around $1,000, made in Canada or the U.S. ... are very well built with lots of bells and whistles. We scour suppliers to source out North American-built product. ... They are very well built and they come with a good warranty. There are some exceptions but readers in the market for a new barbecue, or other outdoor cooking product, should make sure the product is well made by a known brand, ... has a warranty and that replacement parts are available.â&#x20AC;? Shivji has a word of caution for people in the market for a new natural gas barbecue: check that the fittings are compatible with your home connection. It is frustrating for the person who has to go from store to store trying to match up the couplings. Shivji has plenty of advice for people looking to purchase a new barbecue. â&#x20AC;&#x153;First, make sure there is the good ten-year war-

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Nash Shivji of The BBQ Shop in Coquitlam, far left, is passionate about barbecues, outdoor fire pits, above, and getting people together outside. There are a range of barbecues available, from the standard to the whimsical, left.

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Awnings an integral part of summer life By Maggie Calloway The sun is finally shining, and soon you will be looking for some relief from the heat. My master bedroom faces south and although I love the four big windows looking out onto my property, it can get brutal when the temperature rises. I installed a fantastic lateral arm awning (when I say me, I really mean a couple of strong male friends), which cuts the temperature down by at least 20 degrees. One of the great things about it is that I can vary the angle and when it is closed it tucks under my eaves so I can leave it up all year. Having the awning is the difference between sleeping through the night and not during the heat of the summer, which should be coming soon if this spring weather holds. When you think of awnings, you probably think of the canvas striped fabric that features prominently in movies, TV and our own childhood. However, there are a lot more options out there. Not being anywhere near an expert on various kinds of awnings, Phil Lemke at Langley Awning and Signs was tops on my list of people to call. “Customers come to us for a variety of reasons and not just in the summer,” he says. “It could be (because) rain is damaging their door and they need a fixed-frame awning for shelter. We are coming into the season when people are spending a lot of time outdoors and people are looking for shelter from the sun. Also, we install retractable awnings over hot tubs and pools for protection from both the sun and the rain. Even when it’s raining it’s great to be able to barbecue under cover.”

There are now remote controls for motorized awnings, and some can float in your hot tub with you. To get really fancy, there are wind sensors available which will retract the awning automatically when the wind kicks up even if you are not home. There are some with sun sensors; if you are not home and it’s a hot sunny day the awning will come out on its own. When you get home you can enjoy that cool drink on a cool patio or deck. “Vertical roll-up curtains are great for privacy from neighbours on a deck or to shield a hot tub and just like a retractable awning, (they) can be handcranked or motorized,” Lemke says. “You can have a drop curtain with any colour of fabric, even a fine mesh which allows you to see out but the neighbours can’t see in.” Roll shutters serve a completely different purpose. These are aluminum slats which roll up into a head box. These are primarily for security. If the family is away for part of the year they can seal up their house. When these shutters are down it doesn’t look like a fortress; it just looks like there are no windows if the colour matches the exterior. There truly is an awning or shutter for every purpose. If you’re like me, a good night’s sleep is a great reason to install one.

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Finding the perfect door like ﬁnding the key to your home By Maggie Calloway When I renovated my home years ago I replaced two doors that had been driving me crazy ever since I bought the house. The doors were hollow-core and every time I used them I gritted my teeth. They represented exactly what not to do and they felt like exactly what they were, cheaply made. I like a door with some heft and some solidness when swinging open and closed. I had a rule when renovating over the years: I would not buy something twice and until I decided where the door openings were going to be and what kind of door would be appropriate I would suffer in silence. Okay, sometimes not so silent. Glen Creer of Doors Vancouver gave me this credo: A door is like a key; it needs to fit the house if it’s going to be of any use. This means several things must work, including jamb thickness, overall height and width, swing direction and egress, material, glazing, tempering, thickness and fire rating, among other things. “A door is the entrance into what could easily be a room worth $50,000 and should be equal to the quality of the room,” Creer says. “It would be more than a little jarring to have a door which doesn’t fit the style of either the room or the whole house.” Creer has a very interesting take on the relationship between the economy since the 1920s and the style and quality of doors. He gave me a quick master class. The 1920s was the decade of the craftsman; lots of local high-quality woods and man power so the product was exceptionally great. The 1930s were the Depression years. The quality and the degree of decoration went down, and these years saw the emergence of the shaker style: no mouldings and very plain. The 1940s saw the beginning of the veneer

Glen Creer of Doors Vancouver says that a door is like a key; it needs to fit the house if it’s going to be of any use. With tons of styles available, you’ll be able to find the perfect door for any project you can imagine. Martin Knowles photos

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Nowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good time to start planting your vegetables You may not be able to grow every vegetable, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible to grow something even in a small space. By Maggie Calloway One of the best things anyone can do for themselves is grow as much of their own food as possible. I am so passionate about this I have 54 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; raised beds on my property. I love being able to grow a lot of my food. I refer to my veggie garden as my forty-foot diet, not only because it is obviously healthy to pick organically grown food out of my own garden but because I also love the feeling of being as self-sustaining as possible. I know I am blessed living on enough property to grow so much but you will be amazed at how much you can grow in a smaller space, even on a balcony. You are not going to grow tons of different vegetables but what about concentrating on growing all your own salad fixings? There are some great decorative tubs available and your secret weapon is how much you can grow vertically and in hanging baskets. My go-to person on all things regarding growing organic vegetables is the amazing Carolyn Herriot. She wrote The Zero-Mile Diet, which is a year-round guide to growing fabulous veggies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The very first thing, and the most important, is to build great soil. Everything starts with the soil; you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have great vegetables and fruit if they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pull nutrition from the earth,â&#x20AC;? Herriot says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Save all your vegetable and fruit scraps, rake up your fallen leaves in the fall, all your grass clippings, and pile in your compost bins. In this climate we can grow vegetables all year round, so getting the soil right is paramount.â&#x20AC;? If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t already have a prepared area in your garden to grow vegetables and the thought of digging out your lawn makes you shudder, there is a great way to build new beds using the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lasagna Method.â&#x20AC;? Herriot has a great section in her book giving instructions and I have used this method to great success in the past. First, decide the perimeters of the garden or bed then cover with a thick dusting of dolomite lime followed with a two-inch layer of manure, fresh or aged. Next, cover with a layer of plain cardboard, overlapping layers but omitting any coloured ink. Wet it down thoroughly then add a mixed layer of hay, grass clippings and leaves fol-

Carolyn Herriot, author of The Zero-Mile Diet, has tips for growing vegetables and herbs year-round. The right soil is paramount, so she suggests concentrating on that first. Submitted photos

lowed by another layer of aged manure and then rake until itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s level. Top everything with a half-yard of topsoil and water well. You can plant right away into the top layer and because of the high fertility of the bed, you can plant pretty intensively. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be discouraged if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a sunny garden or balcony because there are lots of things you can grow; leafy greens, peas, chard, kale and beet greens for example. And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget pots of herbs. Be adventurous and grow exotic herbs to infuse Indian and Chinese dishes. The main thing is donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be intimidated. There isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a gardener in the whole world who knows everything about gardening. Everyone has successes and failures; one year the tomatoes and carrots are fantastic the next year a dismal failure. Who cares, just get out there, I know youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love it.

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Aging in place possible with options from Western Elevators â&#x20AC;&#x153; from page.1 fitted. Stairlifts are very easy to use, very secure and can be folded out of the way when not in use.â&#x20AC;? A stairlift is a great solution for most but if a member of the family is in a wheelchair another method is necessary. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our next product is a Porchlift or a Decklift. This unit is a platform used outside to assist a family member to change levels such as from the car to a deck on the second or main floor,â&#x20AC;? Bodnaruk says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This works great for many applications but the con is itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s outside so if you want to change levels inside you would have to go outside in sometimesinclement weather. This is perfect if you are coming or going from the house and works if you cannot install an elevator inside the house because of physical space.â&#x20AC;? This brings us to the ultimate people mover, the residential elevator. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To install a residential elevator we are looking at approximately a 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; area where we would build a shaft. We need rooms that line up above each other and enough room to take that footprint for the elevator,â&#x20AC;? Bodnaruk says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In other words we need rooms big enough to allocate the space. Another alternative, if the house is not big enough, is to put the elevator shaft on the outside of the house if there is enough room without intruding on a neighbour. Installing an elevator is the most expensive option because of the higher cost of an elevator plus work involved such as construction costs and, depending on the placement, we often have to move plumbing and electrical then refinish floors. The good news is installing an elevator gives total mobility throughout the home to all family members and increases the value of the home.â&#x20AC;? Lots of options to consider when deciding whether to stay in your home and modify where needed or move. Moving is an expensive business and you may find staying where you love, and making the necessary improvements, is comparable.

Cam Pomeroy, left, and Alan Bodnaruk have been in the business of helping people age in place for years. Options including a stairlift, above and below, or a residential elevator are ways to continue living in your multi-level home. Martin Knowles photos

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GVHBA announces Ovation Award nominees By Kerry Vital The Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association will be giving a standing Ovation to its finalists at its third annual Ovation Awards this month, which honour excellence in new home and renovation design, construction, accessibility, sustainability, affordability, energy efficiency and heritage restoration. The list of finalists in 41 categories was released late last month. Among the group is Kenorah Construction & Design, ParkLane Homes, Portrait Homes and My House Design/Build Team, among many others. “Last year, Vancouver-area homebuilders spent nearly $4 billion on home renovation, and builders started construction on 17,867 new homes,” says GVHBA President and CEO Peter Simpson. “Residential construction is a major contributer to Metro Vancouver’s economy and the GVHBA is delighted to partner with FortisBC and the Homeowner Protection Office to honour the industry’s brightest stars.” Among the renovators, My House Design/ Build Team was nominated for nine awards, including Best Kitchen Renovation: $100,000 and over and Best Custom Home: $1 million to $2 million. They are also up for the Custom Home Builder of the Year award. Kenorah Construction & Design is nominated for 15 awards, including Best Kitchen Renovation $100,000 and over, Best Renovated Room, RenoMark Renovator of the Year – Large Volume and Best Outdoor Living Space: New or Renovated. ParkLane Homes reigns as the top-nominated builder, with 13 finalist nominations including Multi-Family Builder of the Year, Single-Family Builder of the Year and Best Single-Family Detached Home: 3,000 square feet and over. The nominations are spread over several ParkLane communities, including Headwater at Bedford Landing, Time at Walnut Grove and Winchester.

Portrait Homes has been nominated for seven awards, including Best Single-Family Detached Home: Less than 2,000 square feet and Best Townhome/Rowhome Development: Less than 2,000 square feet. “As an enthusiastic and active participating member of the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association, the My House team is proud to represent the Ovation Awards and all they embody; the endorsement of our peers and industry professionals that we as a team are providing great service, quality workmanship and innovative design,” says Managing Director for My House Design/Build Team Graeme Huguet. The awards will be handed out on April 28 at a gala awards ceremony in Vancouver. For more information and to get a full list of nominees, visit www.gvhba.org/ ovationawards.

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