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Numerous complaints of odour from East Richmond facility that collects organic waste by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Richmond City Hall is seeking assurance from an East Richmond composting facility that it has a plan to clear the air. In recent weeks local residents have been waking up and smelling the coffee—grinds, and other organic materials— from Harvest Power’s facility near No. 9 Road. The strong odour has generated numerous complaints to Metro Vancouver, which is responsible for air quality in the region. On Monday Robert Gonzalez, the city’s general manager of engineering and public works, told city council that staff have asked for a “definitive plan” for the facility. “We’re looking for some physical improvements to the site to ensure there’s a short-term foreseeable improvements in air quality,” he said. Gonzalez noted an anaerobic digester recently came online, but said it won’t be fully operational until sometime next year. The digester is expected to contain the composting process in a closed-air system. “We’ve been advised by Metro Vancouver that it should have a significant impact on improving air quality,”he said.“It’s a graduated process where they’re increasing the amount of organics it can take.” Gonzalez said the East Richmond facility is taking a lot more material than originally anticipated, as it’s the first facility in the Lower Mainland to accept organics—of which a growing amount is being collected at curbs across the region. Coun. Evelina Halsey-Brandt acknowledged the odour is “quite strong” in many parts of Richmond. She said it’s good residents have bought into the green can program, but a permanent solution for the stink is needed. “We don’t want people for whatever reason, to turn their back on (composting) because of the smell.” The facility is raising a stink just months before the city expands its green waste collection program. In June 2013, all townhouses with blue box service will get curbside green waste pickup, and new wheeled carts and kitchen containers will be distributed to all homeowners where the service is offered. See Page 3

Martin van den Hemel photo The 2nd Annual Richmond Christmas Fund Drive-Thru will be held Thursday morning next to the Lansdowne Station of the Canada Line, from 6 a.m. to noon. Wayne Duzita, Richmond Christmas Fund community chair, and Ryan Luetzen, program director for Volunteer Richmond Information Services, will be among those expected to brave the rain and wind in the forecast. See story, page 11.

Richmond Public Library conducting ‘thorough review’ of donation procedures Library has already recorded 4,000 circulations of the rare Chinese-language books by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter The chair of the Richmond library board acknowledged Monday recent

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media reports critical of the library’s handling of a large donation of Chinese language books. “We are currently conducting a thorough review of our procedures, and are investigating best practices from other libraries and major institutions across Canada,” said Pat Watson at a meeting of council. “The library board is always looking to improve our system so that we’ll be well-equipped to support future donations that contribute so much to

our community.” Dr. Kwok-Chu Lee, also known as Master Lam Chun, donated nearly 47,000 Chinese books to the library earlier this year. The library valued the collection at $1.2 million and issued the donor tax receipts of an equivalent value. In examining the collection for the library, Victoria book dealer Bjarne Tokerud described the books as a “national treasure.” See Page 3

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Demand for digital content grows at library But still ‘huge numbers of people’ who prefer hardcopies, says library board chair by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter An increasing amount of Richmond Public Library’s budget is funding digital content, as demand for ebooks continues to rise, city council heard Monday. “More and more people want the online version, they want the ebooks,” said Greg Buss, chief librarian. “People sometimes think that an ebook is less expensive, and sometimes it is, but more often than not it’s more expensive than a hardcover.” Richmond library board officials presented their annual report to council Monday, telling councillors about the changing role of the library, which has dramatically boosted its online content. Besides books, library users can now download music, magazines, newspapers and language lessons from the library’s website. Buss said, however, the library’s ebook selection is limited because publishers aren’t keen on selling material to libraries.

Matthew Hoekstra photo Greg Buss, Richmond’s chief librarian, and Pay Watson, chair of the library board, speak to city council Monday night.

“They still haven’t figured out their business model. I think the fear is the library gets a copy, then they’re not going to be selling their own individual copies and profits will suffer,” said Buss. “Libraries across Canada are really working on that. We’re trying to build relationships with publishers to encourage them to sell to

the libraries because certainly our users want those books.” Library board chair Pat Watson said by offering access to electronic devices, the library aims to “bridge the digital divide” for those who can’t afford the technology. Yet despite the rising interest in digital content, Watson noted traditional books

and materials remain popular. “Reading may take place on an ereader or smart phone these days, but there’s still huge numbers of people in our community who prefer to read hard copy books.” Technology is changing the library role from a provider of information to a place where ideas are exchanged, Watson noted. Last year 124,030 people attended 2,590 library programs—everything from preparing tax returns and making crafts to children’s story time and new immigrant information. Library officials are in the midst of selecting consultant to draft a long-range plan for the library, a plan that’s scheduled to be complete in late 2013 and expected to lean heavily on the public for input. Coun. Derek Dang asked whether an increasing emphasis on digital technology means the library will have less demand for space in the future. Buss said while there may be less of a need for bookshelves in the future, space is still needed to accommodate technology, programs and study areas. Said Buss: “As we go through that public consultation, this is one of the key questions we have to ask. The public’s going to have to kind of wrestle with that one and give us their answer.”

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Library chief says donated books will be read From Page 1 In recent columns this fall, Vancouver Sun columnist David Baines suggested the library exercised “a remarkable lack of rigour” in awarding Lee with tax receipts based on “flimsy” appraisals. Meanwhile integration of the collection into the library system—which the city is spending $100,000 on this year—has begun. Chief librarian Greg Buss said 5,000 of the books are now on library shelves, and the library has recorded 4,000 circulations of the materials since May. Said Buss: “These are books that the public really want and they’re going to be taking out.”

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Patricio Alfaro believes only community involvement will rid city of smell linked to Harvest Power composting site by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter A local resident, fearful that the current effort to eliminate the foul smell linked to Harvest Power’s composting facility in East Richmond will linger on for years, is urging Richmond residents to get involved. “I believe only the community involvement will solve this problem,” wrote Patricio Alfaro in an e-mail. “I am writing because I am interested in building awareness of the damage the offensive odour has...to the environment, and to property value.” Alfaro has set up an e-mail address, and is encouraging people upset about the smell to send in e-mails to richmondsmell@gmail.com. Alfaro hopes to establish a social network whose goal is to eliminate the odour problem. Alfaro’s concerns stem from the experience of residents in London, Ontario, where a waste treatment facility was introduced six years ago. Alfaro said officials from Orgaworld prom-

City to expand green waste collection From Page 1 Halsey-Brandt said she’d like to see the program also expand to apartments, possibly in the form of a subsidy to owners who buy their own under-the-counter composter, similar to a program reimbursing residents who buy lowflow toilets. “As we did with the toilet rebate program, this might be the only solution for condominiums, because believe me the contamination of all our recyclables in apartment buildings still continues, no matter how many pictures you put up…” she said. “I cannot imagine what it would be like with food products.” ised their facility would be “odour free.” “The situation in London, Ont. may be related to a different type of waste processing than Harvest Power, but the passive reaction of the people in a position of solving the odour problem in Richmond is the same as in London,” he said. “We hear from the city authorities, from Metro Vancouver, and from Harvest Power management that a solution is in study,

giving hope for a return to fresh air again in Richmond and other communities affected.” But Alfaro fears the reality “is that the damaging offensive smell will continue for years to come.” “Promise after promise, the community authorities, the environment authority, and the composting plant have not resolved the problem. The local residents are tired and want the London plant closed for good. Harvest Power, which is near No. 9 Road and Highway 91 in East Richmond, takes yard and food waste from the city and composts it, turning it into energy. “We are absolutely committed to dealing with this issue, and given our good record of odour management at the facility going back to the early 1990s, see it as a temporary problem that we can full resolve,” Jeff Leech, regional vice president of Harvest Power, told The Richmond Review last week. “We are absolutely committed to dealing with this issue, and given our good record of odour management at the facility going back to the early 1990s, see it as a temporary problem that we can full resolve.” A large part of the problem is expected to be addressed by a new multi-million dollar anaerobic digester that recently came online, and encapsulates the composting process into a closed-air system.

Homeowner faces $11,088 cleanup bill by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter It might be ideal for an episode of Canadian Pickers, but not--according to the city’s bylaws department--for a residential neighbourhood. At a special meeting of city council at 4 p.m. Monday, staff will recommend an order be issued to clean up a residential property in the Odlin neighbourhood. Bylaws staff say a large amount of “discarded materials” have piled up at 4640 Carter Dr., including household items, plywood, wood, garbage bags, paint cans, boxes and tarps. Staff also say illegal structures have been built on the sides of the house that extend to the fences. After receiving a complaint May 1, bylaws staff found the property to be in contravention of the unsightly premises regulation bylaw. City hall gave owner Sam Sheng Fu Tsai, of Grand Prairie, Alta., one month to clean up the property. But after a number of extensions of the deadline, staff noted the property still had an excess of materials and structures. Staff are now recommending council contract a disposal company to clean up the mess and bill the owner for the $11,088 cleanup cost.

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New high-tech parking meters coming City set to spend $537,500 to replace current pay stations by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Motorists confounded by Richmond’s parking meters could find relief in the new year. The City of Richmond is planning to replace the 45 pay-parking stations that collect payment at approximately 400 on-street spaces and 175 stalls in three lots. The phased replacement project is budgeted at $537,500. Current meters were originally purchased in 2003, and city hall wants the new ones to be higher-tech. According to a request for proposal, new meters should be solar-powered and be wireless and multi-payment capable. “The city expects significant improvement in parking operations,” states the document. Staff have some ideas, including flexible payment methods and better street aesthetics. New units are also expected to offer increased reliability, security, advertising opportunities and greater ease of use. “All user interfaces shall be familiar, intuitive and require minimal human interaction.” The city is also asking firms to recommend some new innovations, such as GPS tracking, licence plate recognition, screen and ticket advertising, parking validation and mobile

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An American tradition now also Canadian, Black Friday marked the unofficial start of the Christmas shopping season. Lost in the excitement of savings, however, were those who need help the most. But organizers of the Richmond Christmas Fund are about to change that tomorrow (Thursday),

as the Richmond Day of Giving will mark the unofficial start of the Christmas charitable giving season. On this day companies across Richmond will join together to make a difference for local families by donating a percentage of sales for that day to the Richmond Christmas Fund. Also on Thursday is the Christmas Fund Drive-Thru Event at Lansdowne Centre mall’s parking lot. From 6 a.m. to noon, volunteers will be collecting donations of new toys, books, gift cards

and cash on behalf of the Christmas fund. This Richmond Day of Giving should get us all in the mood for the Christmas season—a season of charity and helping others that so many locals are committed to. Richmond Food Bank and Salvation Army are a few other local charities that rely on Christmas generosity to keep their programs going through the year. In Richmond, it’s easy to forget those in need. We’re surrounded

by affluence: new houses, fancy cars and well-dressed shoppers. Yet poverty is all around us. In 2006, the poverty rate for children in Richmond was 26 per cent, according to Statistics Canada. That’s the second highest child poverty rate of any municipality in the province. So as we enter the season of lights, festive parties and holiday celebrations, let’s keep Richmond’s tradition of giving strong. Our children deserve it.

Exploring Richmond through literature

Tales of Richmond Erin Hanson

n rainy November weekends I like to take shelter in book stores and leisurely peruse the shelves.

Recently in a used book store, I was delighted to discover a second-hand collection of B.C. short stories that included Ethel Wilson’s “Hurry, Hurry.” The story takes place on Sea Island in the 1930s, before airport expansion and

SkyTrain terminals, when Grauer’s store was hopping in Eburne and the dyke systems were, as Wilson illustrates in her story, a desolate, end-of-the-world kind of place. Wilson’s story centres on an evening walk along the dyke. She vividly paints the North Shore mountains at sunset, and describes that precise moment when “the slanting rays curiously discover each separate tree behind each separate tree in the infinite forest.” Wilson’s descriptions of the camouflage blue herons and warbling red-winged blackbirds remind me of countless walks I’ve taken at Terra Nova. I felt lucky to have stumbled across such beautiful language that celebrates “these islands,” as Wilson calls Richmond. Along with Wilson, Daphne Marlatt is one of Canada’s most highly-regarded writers. In university, I learned that Marlatt

is a Canadian great who won the Order of Canada for her literature. What I didn’t learn at the time was that Marlatt visited Steveston in the 1970s on a daytrip. Something about the village drew her in, and she kept coming back. The stories she heard from local residents moved her to write a collection of poetry published in 1974 in honour of the community and its people. The collection, titled simply Steveston, brings to life those long-ago stories that seem so hard to imagine now, such as the fire of 1918 that devastated the town. Marlatt imagines the cannery workers at their bunkhouses in the midst of the chaos, and the flying accusations of who caused the blaze. In other poems, Marlatt beautifully links Richmond’s landscape to its people. Some poems are heartbreaking, some are riveting. Marlatt’s

descriptions of 1970s Steveston invoked memories I didn’t realize were stored away in my mind: the glinting stucco alongside Hiro’s Grocery, and glimpses through café windows of fishermen lined up along the counter as they sip their coffee. Marlatt’s volume is further brought to life with Robert Minden’s arresting photographs of Steveston residents, circa 1974. This past summer, I grabbed my copy of Steveston as I headed out the door to the Salmon Festival. I met up with family members, friends, and neighbours to watch the parade, and took the book out to show a friend. Before long, several others had gathered around to read over our shoulders, look at the photos, and point out their old friends and hangouts. The Steveston collection drew together strangers and

friends alike. Although the book has been in print since 1974, many had never seen it before. Wilson’s short story, Marlatt’s poetry, and Minden’s photographs represent very different styles of storytelling, but I was struck by what links them. These are three artists who did not live in Richmond. However, something about the lands and community inspired each of them to spend time here, and to use Richmond not only as a backdrop, but as a character, fully alive, in their works. During these dark, rainy, weekends, these books remind me of what is so beautiful about living at the mouth of the Fraser. These works are fitting odes to our community. Erin Hanson was born and raised in Steveston and is a fourth-generation Richmondite

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letters

City is not big enough to support two pet adoption centres Editor: It is necessary for me to correct some of the statements made in the recent letter by Jennifer York of the Richmond SPCA Education and Adoption Centre. Firstly, the SPCA's operations have never complemented Richmond Animal Protection Society’s work—in fact their Drive for Lives Program has burdened our animal care and rescue tremendously. That program brings to Richmond a never-ending supply of puppies and kittens from irresponsible communities all over B.C. As a result, the RAPS no-kill shelter is often over-crowded and Richmond's older animals end up sitting in cages far too long, waiting for their forever homes because they must compete with the appealing baby animals brought in by the SPCA. Although we agree with the SPCA about the importance of education, our community is clearly not large enough to sup-

port multiple adoption centres. To keep Richmond's animal population under control, RAPS is constantly out in the streets and alleyways of Richmond day and night capturing stray dogs and cats and spaying and neutering them to ensure they will never reproduce. We are continually fundraising to offer low-cost spaying and neutering to Richmond residents who cannot afford to have their animals altered and to pay for the extra medical costs Richmond’s stray and unwanted animals incur. The SPCA should focus on helping communities in northern B.C. become responsible for their own pet over-population problems. Perhaps they should consider longterm sheltering within those communities until their problems are under control. It has been almost six years since RAPS took over the City of Richmond

animal shelter from the SPCA and brought the first no-kill sheltering to this community, and there is still far too much confusion over who is caring for the stray and unwanted, the sick and the elderly animals in Richmond. I want Richmond residents to be very clear— the SPCA Education and Adoption Centre does not do any rescue work or care for Richmond animals. They bring puppies and kittens into Richmond from other communities for adoption at their center and they do animal cruelty investigations throughout B.C. In Richmond, it is RAPS who care for and rescue the homeless and injured animals, including farm animals and wildlife. We give every companion animal the medical care and rehabilitation they need to find loving homes. We are mandated by the City of Richmond to shelter all animals surrendered by local citizens, including

those that were originally adopted through other animal welfare groups like the SPCA. RAPS supporters are frustrated when it appears that the SPCA are scheduling their fundraising events just before ours, always after we have announced ours publicly. Last fall, they held their “Pub Night Fundraiser” one week before ours, in the same venue we have used for the past few years. In early June of this year, RAPS announced our first, “Wine And Whiskers Gala” to be held Nov. 17 and, in mid-September, the SPCA announced they were holding its first ever “Whiskers and Wine Gala,” two weeks before ours. It is highly likely that such "coincidences" will lead to confusion among donors. The people of Richmond must understand that Richmond Animal Shelter on No. 5 Road, which belongs to the city, is not “the SPCA.” People who have been mistaking

SPCA does important work in Richmond Editor: I was so incredibly upset at what has been written about the SPCA here in Richmond. Obviously the people who wrote them were not getting their facts straight or were being told outright lies about a number of points made. •Our gala is a huge undertaking and the actual planning for it began at the beginning of this year and I was present when those first meetings started. We had no idea that RAPS was planning a gala also around the same time as ours, in fact we did not find out until much closer to the actual date. There was obviously no copying of their plans. Could it be possible that it was the other way around? It takes about eight months of preplanning to put anything like a gala together, so to even suggest that we planned ours around theirs is such terrible misinformation. •The SPCA is completely donor

funded—we do not have money from the city to fall back on as RAPS does. •As I work at the front desk I get many calls about animal cruelty from people in Richmond. The SPCA is the only organization that has officers that can be sent out to investigate cruelty and abuse of animals, and follow up should legal charges need to be laid against perpetrators. So we do protect animals in Richmond too, not just other areas. •Richmond SPCA has only two full-time paid staff. The rest of us are volunteers and often voluntarily work longer hours than their shifts to make sure all the work of operating the Education and Adoption Centre is properly completed each day. The managers check up on us during the day to insure all necessary work is getting done properly. •Before an animal leaves our centre and is allowed to be adopted we go through a screening process with the potential

adopter and also an educational review with handouts. The adopter is encouraged to call us if they encounter any problems with their adopted pet so that we may assist. I personally have fielded inquiry calls from people who have adopted from RAPS after they have called there. •As to the RAPS taking in surrendered animals that have been adopted from us—if we find out that it is one of our animals we do our best to find out what the problem is and then either give them further education or discover that they have not followed the original guidelines and information that we set forth at the time of their pet’s adoption. Some have to move and cannot take the animal with them. We try to see if there is any way they can rehome the animal through friends or relatives before surrendering them. Carolyn Micheals SPCA Volunteer

RAPS for the SPCA over the past six years need to be clear about who is caring for Richmond's animals and then there will be no confusion as to where they want their donation dollars going. Carol Reichert Executive Director Richmond Animal Protection Society

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The merchants at Blundell Centre are committed to giving back to the community through societal charities and community initiatives by making donations to: • The Richmond Food Bank • The Richmond Christmas Fund • Breast Cancer Research • The Richmond Community Foundation • The Richmond Hospital Foundation

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Spirit of Christmas

The Management and Staff of

Drop off cash, unwrapped toys for local families in need by Martin van den Hemel Staff Reporter The effort to ensure a festive holiday for local families in need will rev into high gear Thursday, with the second annual Richmond Christmas Fund DriveThru. A huge team of volunteers will descend on the parking area next to the Canada Line station at Lansdowne Centre mall on Thursday morning, where commuters or transit riders can simply stroll by, or drive through to drop off cash, unwrapped toys, or children’s books. The effort kicks off at 6 a.m., with volunteers on site until noon to collect the donated items. More than 2,500 locals are helped each year with grocery vouchers, toys and books.

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stars—and a 10-course dinner, with prizes and a 50/50 draw. Tickets are $50 and available by calling 1-800663-4080, or e-mailing summityvr@ summitcb.com According to Volunteer Richmond, the Richmond Christmas Fund program “mobilizes the community’s spirit of giving, through monetary donations and donations of new toys and other gifts for needy families.” The Richmond Christmas Fund took on its current name in 1985 but has been operating in Richmond since the Great Depression when Ethel Tibbits, The Richmond Review’s editor of the time, began running the fund in 1932. The Richmond Christmas Fund Society operated as a separate non-profit society from 1981 to 2002, when it became a program of Volunteer Richmond Information Services.

“Help us help others and ensure those in need have a special Christmas this year,” said Volunteer Richmond executive director Elizabeth Specht. “Together we can make a difference.” QMFM will be broadcasting live from the site, and coffee and muffins will be served to those who want to come by, or stay for a while to chat. “Thursday is supposed to be a very very rainy day, but we’ll be there with bells on,” Specht said. “And it is always a great day to donate and make a difference in our community.” This Friday, another fundraiser for the Richmond Christmas Fund will be held at the Continental Seafood Restaurant, 11700 Cambie Rd. The first annual dinner and dance will feature live entertainment from WAGER—formerly the R&B All-

Thank-you for generously supporting local charities. RICHMOND FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & RECEPTION CENTRE 8420 Cambie Road, Richmond Tel: 604-273-3748 Fax: 604-273-1697 A Division of Arbor Memorial Services Inc.

18th Annual REALTORS Care® Blanket Drive ends December 3rd Help local REALTORS® make a difference for the Lower Mainland’s homeless and needy with donations of: gently used blankets, sleeping bags, warm winter clothing, jackets, hats, gloves, scarves, footwear, and new socks and underwear.

Please tell your family and friends about our

DONATION DRIVE-THRU ON SUNDAY DEC. 2, 2012 FROM 10-3PM

Christmas fund sign-up begins on Saturday Tuesday, Dec. 4, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Thursday, Dec. 6 and Dec. 13, from 2 to 6 p.m. • Monday, Dec. 10 to

Wednesday, Dec. 12, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Saturday, Dec. 1, 8 and 15 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

We’ll have volunteers standing by to receive your drive-thru donations and thank-you at RE/MAX Westcoast 6086 Russ Baker Way, Richmond (near the south airport) watch for the OPEN HOUSE signs and balloons

(Toy pick up will happen on the same day as completed registration. Children will not be allowed in the toy room.)

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Registration for the Christmas Fund program begins on Saturday, Dec. 1, at the Richmond Caring Place, 7000 Minoru Blvd. To give locals added flexibility, Specht said an extra day of registration has been added. “There are 10 in total, including three Saturdays. We want to make sure that everyone who needs the Christmas Fund has an opportunity to access it,” she said. To qualify for help, registrants must be a resident of Richmond and be considered low income by Statistics Canada standards. Supporting documentation, including photo identification, CareCards for al family members, and bank statements, must be presented upon registration. For a complete list of eligibility criteria and required documentation, visit www.volunteerrichmond.ca or call 604-279-7035. All registrants will receive a grocery vouchers so they can enjoy a special holiday meal, and children 12 and under will receive toys, books and games, donated by Richmond residents and stored in the toy room. Teens ages 13 to 15 will receive gift certificates to a local shopping centre or store. Registration is available on: • Monday, Dec. 3, and

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Giving is the greatest gift of all

For 25 years, Richmond Hospital Foundation has raised over $40 million to help purchase vital medical equipment, improve patient care programs, and upgrade facilities at Richmond Hospital. This season, please consider a donation to Richmond Hospital Foundation to help save lives and improve the quality of care for all of our families, friends and neighbours. Whether you make a gift today, leave a legacy for tomorrow, give in memory of a loved one, or make a tribute to someone special, please share the spirit of giving. Give the gift of health.

3 ways to donate: Online: www.richmondhospitalfoundation.com By Phone: 604.244.5252 By Mail: 7000 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, V6X 1A2 RHF-Xmas2012-Final.indd 1

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CHRISTMAS COMES TO STEVESTON

Secure Moorage for Commercial Fishing Vessels & Pleasure Craft Services on-site include: Dry land repair, 50 ton travel-lift, net & gear repair, fish unloading, ice plant, boat ramp, public fish sales float

Wishing you a Happy Holiday Season from all of us at Steveston Smiles.

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For the months of January, February and March 2013 we are having our famous whitening promotion to support The Dental Mission Project Society. The take-home whitening kit will be reduced to $295 with $150 being donated to The Dental Mission Project Society. Each person who participates in this promotion will receive a tax receipt for a $150 donation to The Dental Mission Project Society.

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HOLIDAY SALE & TASTING

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Tuesday Dec 11th, 5pm-8pm

Corporate Gifts & Custom Gift Baskets

Your invited to a festive tasting with several delicious wines, beers & spirits

• 10% OFF all regular priced items • $25 Gift Certificate for O’Hare’s GastroPub when you spend more than $150 • FREE $15 Beer Club joining fee • FREE draws & giveaways • Cheese board & other nibbles

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O’Hare’s GastroPub & Liquor Store

5031 Steveston Hwy (Railway & Steveston) T: 604-241-8513 E: info@ohares.ca www.ohares.ca

Saturday, December 1st

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Elves come out to share and greet Welcome Santa as he arrives by boat at Fisherman’s Wharf 1:15-3:15pm Visit Santa in the Gulf of Georgia Cannery. Bring your camera! 12-4pm Horse-drawn carriage rides 12-4pm Carolers, mascots, a juggler and a stiltwalker roam the streets.

Get a head start on your holiday shopping and reap the benefits RECEIVE 10% OFF your spa gift certificate between November 23rd - 30th 2012 Cannot be combined with any other offers one offer per client; while quantities last.

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Friday, Dec. 14th • Saturday, Dec. 15th Friday, Dec. 21st • Saturday, Dec. 22nd START TIME FOR THE CHRISTMAS DRAWS WILL BE 4:30PM

There will be 11 prizes per draw.... 4 meat, 4 turkeys and 3 hams. In addition to our meat draws....The ladies auxiliary will hold their fund raiser meat draw only on Sunday, December 16th at 4:00pm Reminder that the Ladies Auxiliary will be having their Annual Christmas Bake and Craft sale on December 15th from 12:00 noon to 4:00PM. Come out and support them.

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Wednesday, November 28, 2012

CHRISTMAS COMES TO STEVESTON

Wishing you a Happy Holiday Season from all of us at Steveston Smiles.

ston Villa g eve t S

OUR HAPPY NEW YEAR WHITENING PROMOTION IS BACK!

M aternity

1 Week Sale

November 29 to December 6, 2012 SaleS • PartS • Service

Office: (604) 272-5539 Fax: (604) 271-6142 www.stevestonharbour.com 12740 Trites Road, Richmond, BC

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•

SECURITY

•

DRS. MICHELE & DOUG NIELSEN 3951 STEVESTON HWY

www.stevestonsmiles.com • www.facebook.com/stevestonsmiles P. 604-277-1131 • F. 604-277-1033

SERVICE •

NEXT MARKET

604-271-0666

3831 Moncton St. Monday - Saturday 8:30am - 5:30pm www.budgetappliances.ca

Have a Happy & Healthy Holiday Season

December 2nd & 16th 11am - 4pm

VISIT CANADA’S LARGEST Commercial Fishing Harbour

25% OFF All Noppies Clothing 20% OFF All Tea Collection 30% OFF All Kate Quinn Organics 25% OFF Maternity Coats 25% OFF Selected Children’s Sweaters

S T E V E S T O N

Steven Chang, B.Sc. Pharm

Your unique holiday shopping destination

Pharmacist/Owner

Inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery

#110-3911 Moncton St., Richmond 778-297-7379 info@stevestonvillagematernity.com stevestonvillagematernity.com

www.sfam.ca 604-729-7326

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

11 - 3993 Chatham Street, Richmond, BC

778.297.5777

LOGO CMYK

www.exploresteveston.com

@Med_Shoppe_Stvs

www.medicineshoppesteveston.ca

Medicine Shoppe Steveston

Sinfully The Best Girls’ Night Out Thursday, Nov. 29, 5:00–9:00 pm

LOGO PMS

HOLIDAY SALE & TASTING

Artisan Chocolates , Specialty Fine Foods

Tuesday Dec 11th, 5pm-8pm

Corporate Gifts & Custom Gift Baskets

Your invited to a festive tasting with several delicious wines, beers & spirits

LOGO GREYSCALE

Get stocked up for the holidays!

O’Hare’s GastroPub & Liquor Store

5031 Steveston Hwy (Railway & Steveston) T: 604-241-8513 E: info@ohares.ca www.ohares.ca

Saturday, December 1st

PMS 4645 C

Your “go to” store for the holidays

LOGO CMYK

Friday, Dec. 14th • Saturday, Dec. 15th Friday, Dec. 21st • Saturday, Dec. 22nd START TIME FOR THE CHRISTMAS DRAWS WILL BE 4:30PM

ARMY NAVY & AIRFORCE 284

UNIT 105 - 11900 NO. 1 RD., STEVESTON Office: 604-277-5444 Canteen: 604-277-7350 www.anaf.org • New Memberships Available

100-3580 Moncton St. Steveston Village

604-271-1011

Get Active!

THE CHRISTMAS MEAT DRAWS WILL BE HELD ON:

The selection at this fund raiser will be turkeys and/or hams

6231 London Road Richmond (604) 241-4556 goeganspa.com

PMS 5767 C

www.exploresteveston.com

www.StevestonInsider.com

Holiday Early Bird Special

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Great Gift Ideas for Christmas! • New Bike Sales - hybrid, cruiser, comfort, mountain • Bike Accessories and Parts • Full selection of Kids Bikes • Full range of repairs

3891 Moncton St., Steveston 604-274-3865 villagebikes@shaw.ca

Winter Programs Register Now

Gymnastics • Recreational Gymnastics • Competitive LOGO PMS Yoga • Tumbling Field Trips • Camps

Birthdays • Kids’ Night Out Cartwheels Gym Richmond #145-12417 No. 2 Road, Richmond, BC V7E 6H7 Phone: 604.275.0020 • Fax: 604.275.0212 Email: info@cartwheels.ca • Web: cartwheels.ca

13 – 3993 Chatham hatham Street Steveston Village, e, Richmond B.C. Tel: 604-272-2655 / www.sinfullythebest.com i f ll th b t

Buy a monthy membership for a friend get APPLY ! TODAY

The original, largest and still the best network of performing arts schools in the world.

First Class FREE

with this coupon

50% OFF

your membership! valid until Dec. 31st

(Term runs January 5th - March 9th)

604-537-3669

London Heritage Farm Come by for Traditional Christmas Tea and goodies Grounds are open dawn to dusk Tea Room & Gift Shop: Sat & Sun noon-5pm

#230-12240 Second Ave., Richmond BC

604.241.4770

richmond@stagecoachschools.ca • www.stagecoachschools.ca

Experience Christmas at

contact@SpinergyFit.com

www.spinergyfit.com

6511 Dyke Road, Richmond

604-271-5220

www.LondonFarm.ca

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community

New Life For Old Electronic Toys!

Richmond woman donating locks for young cancer patients

Recycle your electronic toys

24-year-old collecting pledges because ‘kids deserve to have what everybody else has’

To find the Electronic Toy Recycling drop-off location nearest you, visit www.cbrsc.ca or call Recycling Hotline 604-732-9253

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Staff Reporter Matthew Hoekstra photo Stephanie Dodge, 24, is collecting pledges ahead of a hair donation to kids with cancer.

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Railway will boast longest paved path in Richmond Longtime councillor objects to pavement, says it will ruin chances of light rail by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter To pave or not to pave. That is the question facing some city councillors mulling the future of the Railway Avenue corridor. Plans for the first $2.5-million phase of development along the corridor call for a paved trail stretching 3.7 kilometres, from Granville Avenue in West Richmond to Garry Street in Steveston. At city hall late yesterday, council’s parks and recreation committee heard the public trail would provide pedestrians, cyclists and other wheeled users the first long continuous stretch of hard surface for recreational use in Richmond. But Coun. Harold Steves said blacktop could ruin the city’s chances of securing a light rail transit system in the corridor. “If we went and paved (it), the same thing that happened to Cambie Road in Vancouver might happen here,” said Steves, referencing Canada Line’s challenges in securing a route on Cambie. The province is launching consultations on a new Highway 99 crossing to replace the George Massey Tunnel, and with the first public meeting set for Dec. 1, Steves said Richmond should be promoting a light rail transit option that could link with Railway, Granville and Shell corridors. Coun. Evelina Halsey-Brandt doesn’t agree. She said it’s important that Richmond get a paved pathway for wheeled traffic—including strollers and rollerbladers—and noted asphalt is easy enough to remove. “It’s not easy to be on wheels on any of our perimeter dykes,” she said. “We’re going to have this wonderful trail that goes from Granville all the way up to Garry Street. It’s time to allow everyone in Richmond to have access to it.” The four-metre wide two-way asphalt trail is proposed to be built on the rail bed of the former Canadian Pacific lands the city now owns. Staff say the rail bed is eyed to save on the construction cost. The corridor used to be home to an interurban tram line that connected Steveston with downtown Vancouver. The trail will connect with the city-owned Branscombe House at Steveston Highway and Railway Avenue—a city-owned heritage building that is marked for restoration. A public washroom will be built on the home’s exterior to accommodate trail users. Preliminary work on the corridor began in 2011 with the clearing of invasive plants and removing organic material on the rail bed surface. The trail—if approved by city council—is scheduled to be built in 2013.

Tzu Chi group gives $50,000 The Tzu Chi Foundation has donated $50,000 to Richmond Hospital Foundation, which will be used to purchase two new sets of mini-laparascopy surgical tools, according to the hospital foundation president Natalie Meixner. The new tools—smaller than those currently in use—are used to perform minimally invasive surgeries through small incisions. “We have a very talented surgical team with some of the best specialists in the province, but modern medical technology is constantly changing,” said head of surgery Dr. Sharadh Sampath. “This new mini-laparscopy equipment will be particularly useful for smaller patients, offering less invasiveness, shorter examination times, and potentially fewer complications.”

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Richmond CGAs among top graduating students

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Notice to members The Nominations and Election Committee is seeking to fill three director positions in 2013, each for a three-year term. A mandatory information session for all prospective candidates will be held at 6 pm on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at Vancity’s head office at 183 Terminal Avenue, Vancouver. If you do not attend this session, you may not be eligible to run as a candidate in the 2013 election.

Two Richmond residents were recognized at the Certified General Accountants Association of B.C.’s annual convocation ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 10. Nathalie Abramovich and Teresa Tsang of Richmond was recognized for placing in the top 10 graduating students in the CGA Program of Professional Studies for the 2011-2012 academic year. The 2012 CGAs include 43 Richmond residents: • Nathalie Abramovich, BA, CGA • Harprit Badesha, BA, MBA, CGA • Amar Balaggan, DiplT, BTech, CGA • Jennifer Chan, DAcc, BSc, CGA • Angel Chen, BA, CGA • Betty Yunn Ru Chen, DAcc, BA, CGA • Charles Cheung, DipIT, BSc, CGA • Grace Chow, DBusAdm, BA, CGA • Catherine Choy, BCom, CGA • Daniel Dong, DAcc, BBA, CGA • Angela Gao, DAcc, BCS, MSc, CGA • Colin Grant, DULE, MBA, CGA • Ambrose Hong, BBA, CGA • Simon Huang, BA, CGA • Jeff Ip, DAcc, BA, CGA • Joan Kuang, DipBus, BA, CGA

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Richmond firms among winners at B.C. Export Awards by Matthew Hoekstra Staff Reporter Accomplishments of four Richmond companies were celebrated Friday at the 30th annual BC Export Awards in Vancouver. Norsat International Inc., Ironwood Clay Company, Nuheat Industries and Corvus Energy Ltd. are the local companies among 10 award-winning B.C. firms honoured at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver Hotel. Organized by the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters B.C. and the province, the awards gala drew hundreds of business leaders and government officials. Norsat won an Advancing Technology and Innovation Award. The Richmond firm designs electronic devices used to broadcast audio, video and other data in challenging environments. Ironwood Clay Company netted a Consumer Products Award. The firm is the world’s largest supplier of skincare products using natural oceanic clay. Nuheat Industries won the Manufactured Products Award, recognizing the company’s manufacturing of North America’s leading electric radiant floor heating system. The New Exporter Award went to Corvus Energy Ltd. Corvus, whose Canadian corporate office is based in Richmond. Corvus is a global energy supplier for industrial and commercial environments, providing high-powered lithium ion batteries for heavy industrial operations. Nearly 400 nominations were submitted for this year’s awards. According to organizers, the B.C. export industry is the second largest contributor to the provincial economy, comprising 12,000 companies and accounting for $36 billion in exports, 400,000 jobs and $8.6 billion in wages.

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s the holiday season approaches, along with endless renditions of Santa Baby, businesses and individuals often become inundated with requests. It can become exhausting. So, when the charities that desperately need help come knocking at this time of year, it can be hard to resist a knee-jerk “BahHumbug!”

However, it’s this time of year that many charities rely on to provide a large revenue boost for the year. While many of us, happy in our warm homes, can enjoy the holiday with family, we know that is not the case for many. Giving to charity is as natural to us at this time of year as decorating a tree or lighting a candle. As any shrewd business person knows, doing the right thing for their community can also mean doing the right thing for their business. From tax benefits to publicity, helping out can help the bottom line. The three major ways your business can contribute and maximize your good will are: financially, through volunteer work or by donating goods or services.

Financial Contributions

This is often the best way to donate as many charities, such as the Richmond Food Bank, can do more with a dollar than we can individually. In exchange for your contribution, you should receive a tax receipt. All charities registered with a Canada Revenue Agency have a valid registration number. If you are unsure of the charity, visit www.cra.gc.ca/ donors. Beyond the tax benefits of financial contributions, the gift of money can garner positive results for your company. Brian Williams, President of the Ashton Service Group has pledged a

percentage of all residential sales in November and December to the Richmond Christmas Fund and to the White Rock/South Surrey Food Bank. Ashton is also one of the companies participating in the Richmond Chamber’s Members Creating Miracles Campaign, promoting company donations of $500 or more. Giving a percentage of profit is a valuable option for many organizations. Consumers, who must shop anyway, will likely prefer to know that a percentage of their purchase will go to a good cause. Williams says “people like dealing with companies that like giving back to their towns. We’ve gained a lot of like-minded customers.” Tomorrow’s Day of Giving is a great example of this donation model at work. A number of Richmond businesses have agreed to donate a portion of their daily proceeds to the Richmond Christmas Fund. For a complete list of participating businesses, visit www.dayofgiving.ca

Volunteer Contributions

Your staff are a valuable resource! Drives and fundraisers always need bodies on hand to ease the work load and the charities that run them are grateful for any help. Progressive companies are more and more looking to staff time as a positive way to contribute to their communities. Richmond Caring Companies, administered through Volunteer Richmond, is just one of the many great ways to get your business involved. Yesterday’s Windows of Hope window-painting extravaganza at the Richmond Automall is just one of many projects to become involved in throughout the year. Furthermore, working together outside of the office can be a great team-building exercise and help build employee morale. For

UpcomingEvents THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29 2nd Annual Christmas Drive Thru 6:00am - 12:00pm, Lansdowne Centre, 5300 No. 3 Road, Richmond Bring a donation of new toys or money, coffee supplied by VanHoutte, muffins from McDonald’s will be on hand as QMFM broadcasts live. There may even be prizes!

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companies that like giving back to their towns.” The Ashton Service Group donates the use of their fleet for the Annual Christmas Fund Drive-Thru. your employees, the connections made outside the office and the benefits to their skills base can be invaluable. Either by volunteering your staff on paid company time, offering time off in lieu for time spent volunteering, or through employee volunteer recognition programs, there are many ways to incentivize your employees’ volunteerism. Ashton Service Group for example created ACT: Ashton Caring Team whose slogan is “Helping People in Need”. Ashton employees can propose causes of personal importance to ACT. These employees also receive a percentage of hours in exchange for volunteerism.

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The first ACT initiative is “Emily’s Project”, the complete demolition and rebuilding of a local family’s home, ensuring its accessibility for daughter Emily, a bright young girl who was recently paralyzed from the waist down. Conifex Fibre has agreed to donate

lumber, Nightingale Electrical will be donating services, B.A. Robinson is gifting all plumbing and heating materials, which Ashton will install and Moen is donating the faucets. If you have access to an excavator, they want your help. Even if you don’t have the resources to take on a large project, your business has value! Putting together a silent auction gift basket helps the charity auctioning it off and it may introduce a whole room of eager bidders to your product. You can also make a larger gift and offer your services to the charity in exchange for sponsor recognition. Enjoy giving this time of year! Stop by the Richmond Christmas Fund’s annual Drive Through tomorrow morning and feel great about brightening a family’s holiday. Remember, when you give, you receive. If you still doubt whether or not community contribution is right for your business, “give me five minutes of your time and I’ll change your whole mindset” says Brian Williams.

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8. For additional information businesses can arrange a one-onone consultation with a ministry tax specialist. The specialist will explain how the PST applies to your business and explain your rights and responsibilities under the new Act 9. The legislation for the return of the PST was introduced on May 14, 2012 and is effective on April 1st, 2013. The Ministry may conduct audits under the new Act at anytime after this date 10. For more information please go to www.hstinbc.ca For Additional PST Information: Richmond Chamber of Commerce and Reid Hurst Nagy PST Seminar On January 17, the Richmond Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Reid Hurst Nagy Inc. will offer a special PST Transition breakfast seminar tailored to small and medium sized businesses, hosted by John Nagy at the Executive Airport Plaza Hotel. Additional details and registration

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Richmond Ravens are top Peewees in the province by Don Fennell Sports Editor After winning the prestigious Wickenheiser classic in Burnaby recently, B.C.’s

top Peewee A girls’ hockey team is anxious to test its mettle against some of the nation’s best this weekend in Edmonton. Sporting a jaw-drop-

ping 19-1-1 record, the Richmond Ravens will enter the tournament having outscored their provincial opposition by a ratio of more than 10

to one. But coach Tony Lindsay says there is no fear of over-confidence setting in. “Even though they have a really high skill level

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Alberta is so strong. One of the big reasons is the significantly more girls playing and the even greater commitment to skill development over a longer period of time.” Still, Lindsay believes this Ravens’ team can be more than competitive with their Alberta and Saskatchewan rivals. “Right now we’re clearly the No. 1 team in the province, having lost only once (2-1 to the Surrey Falcons whom they later defeated 4-2 in the final at the Wickenheiser classic),” he notes. “It’s the culmination of a few things we’ve worked a lot on in the last five years and what these kids have learned through our skill development and spring programs.” But being No. 1 also presents its own set of challenges. These include the need to be able to motivate yourself and accomplishing goals other than simply winning. “Our players have the ability to do some things that are noteworthy,” says Lindsay. “They really pass the puck well and we really emphasize playing in all three zones. And once they see an open lane they’re encouraged to go to the net. In the modern game you need to transport the puck as quickly as you can. Like Wayne Gretzky was known for, we ask them to think about where the puck is going not where it is. They’re at an age now (12 and 13 years old) where cognitive development allows them to tackle more complex scenarios and so our practices reflect that.” First-year captain Hannah Shihundu epitomizes the Ravens’ talent and dedication. A strong skater, she was awarded a letter for the good example she sets on and off the ice and the respect she’s afforded by her teammates. “She’s a powerful skater who really sets a commanding presence, especially in big games,” says Lindsay. Shihundu scored twice to pace the Ravens to a 4-1 victory over perennial powerhouse North Shore Avalanche in the semifinals of the Wickenheiser classic. Nicole Soon and Kirsten Abo had the other Raven goals. Richmond jumped out to a 3-0 first period lead in the final against Surrey on goals by Abo (the tournament’s top scorer with seven goals), Karina Lannard and Madison Warren. The Falcons closed the gap to 3-2 after two

periods but couldn’t muster a single shot on Ravens’ goalie Jenna Ehling in the final frame as the defence of Aish Sanders, Kate Reilly, Erika Palmieri, Madison Bigras and Hannah Green tightened up considerably. Up front, Ashili Forbes (with three goals) had a breakout tournament and combined with linemates Warren and Janey Wilson to provide a relentless forecheck. Sierra Shikaze scored two goals and two assists and was a constant threat to add to those totals, while line mate Naomi Choong also scored once. “It was a great opportunity for our players to measure themselves against the top teams in B.C.,” said Lindsay. “We were pushed and faced some adversity but the girls came through it with flying colours. We were resilient and relentless. I was very proud.” The provincial minor hockey association of the year in 2011-12, one of the Ravens’ most important mission statements remains to be the leading female association in B.C. As the association’s director of development, Lindsay plays an active role. “We believe we need to show leadership at all levels, including the introductory (Tyke) level,” he says. “And we place a huge emphasis on skating for all our new players.” This weekend, the Ravens are hosting their second annual Tyke Jamboree at the Richmond Ice Centre. About 100 players from associations throughout the Lower Mainland are expected to participate in Sunday’s event from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. The format will see the participants’ names drawn from a pool to form eight teams. Each will play two 14-minute games with a line change every two minutes. Raven coaches will oversee the games, allowing visiting coaches and parents to enjoy the games from the heated seating area and take in a 10-minute practice by the Midget AAA Pacific Ravens. Each player will also receive a medal and goodie bag at the end of the day. “We want to give them an opportunity to have a great time and for their parents to see the kind of skill development our players are getting, with the idea of them going back to own associations and applying some of those lessons there,” says Lindsay.

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Sixth-sense helping Chaos stay No. 1 by Don Fennell Sports Editor Richmond Chaos found themselves in a rare spot Sunday—trailing. A quick, young Wildebeests from South Delta scored seven minutes into the game, taking advantage of a missed clearing attempt, and struck again on a great shot that keeper Victoria Groff had no chance of stopping. But then the Chaos woke up, with striker Asia Robinson cutting the deficit in half by converting a great centering pass from Lauren Tasaka in the

as Richmond went up 4-3. Victoria Groff made a diving save with just under two minutes remaining to ensure the Chaos of their 11th consecutive win, leaving them alone atop the Metro Women’s Soccer League’s Third Division. “It’s been quite a roll,” says Al Groff, coach of the second-year Chaos. “This is a very talented group, but also very committed. We talk about different things in practice like strategy but everyone knows their role.” It was Victoria Groff, along with a few of her friends, who last year convinced her dad to help them organize a team.

28th minute. Just two minutes later the game was tied at two after Tasaka scored herself on a give-and-go with centre midfielder Jenny Lyons. Still, the Chaos knew they were in for a tough match and played like it in the second half. Fullback Andrea Bertram intercepted a Wildebeest lead pass to send outside midfielder in alone for the go-ahead goal 10 minutes in the period. Then after the Wildebeests scored to again even the score, Tasaka took a pass deep in the corner from outside midfielder Ana Pacheco to net the winning goal with 16 minutes to play

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Juliana Kaufmanis came up with a block on her first play as a T-Bird. She made several other solid plays afterwards too, helping the University of B.C. sweep the Regina Cougars 3-0 Saturday in Canadian inter university women’s volleyball play at UBC. The matches were played in front of alumni from the program’s nine title-winning teams. The play of the 2012 R.A. McMath Secondary School graduate caused UBC coach Doug Reimer to comment: “She can probably play any front row position. And she’s been very patient with us as we work to see where she’s going to help us most..”

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in amazement. “In our last game for instance we took the ball off the opening kick and went through the whole team to score,” he says. “There were five passes and the ball was in the goal. It was the kind of thing you draw on the chalkboard. the give-andgoes were just so natural.” The Chaos will play two other Richmond teams over the next two weeks before breaking for the Christmas holiday. They’re set to play the Thunder at Hugh Boyd Park at 5 p.m. Sunday and Hodder Tugs at 3 p.m. at Steveston-London Park on Dec. 9.

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FOUND: PAIR OF GLASSES - vic of Cooney & Ackroyd on Nov. 27th. Pls call (604)270-9377 to identify.

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WANTED; RED SEAL Diesel Truck & Trailer Mechanic in Northern Alberta. Full time, permanent position. Initial accommodation supplied. Email: johnwb@telusplanet.net for immediate response.

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Porters/Cleaners Wanted Marquise has multiple cleaning positions at Tsawwassen Quay! Previous cleaning experience preferred. Morn / Afternoon / Eve shifts avail. Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.

Blundell Centre & #2 Road

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SUBWAY. Call Manjit 604-725-1718 Please No Calls Between 11:30 a.m. - 1:30PM

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LABOURERS

POSITION: Foreman, Heavy Equipment Assembly & Deployment. Supervises, coordinates, and assists with the construction deployment of water treatment equipment and convey technical instructions. Capable of working in a fast paced environment, detailed oriented, and work well with other team members. No trade certification required. Fax resume to : 604-324-0086

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 CHIHUAHUA, SMALL male, 4 years old, sweet boy, $500. Call 604-794-7347 EASY XMAS SHOPPING FOR PETS! No line ups - No cold weather. Deals to Bark about!! Receive 10% off with coupon code: Clubpet10 www.petland.ca 1-855-8390555

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GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES P.B. $1200: Born Sept. 29th. 2 Male, 1 Female. (778)863-6332

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LEGAL SERVICES

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

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FINISH CARPENTER Finish Carpentry-Mouldings, sundecks, stairs, siding, painting, drywall. Refs. Rainer cel 604-613-1018

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

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

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From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-537-4140 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

21 Years Serving Rmd. Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service FREE ESTIMATES Joe 604-250-5481

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

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A-1 PAINTING CO. 604.723.8434 Top Quality Painting. Floors & Finishing. Insured, WCB, Written Guarantee. Free Est. 20 Years Exp.

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

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“PAULA DEE” NEEDS A GOOD HOME WITH YOU!

“PAULA DEE”, ID # 284725, CHINCHILLA, ADULT (UNKNOWN) Paula Dee was found abandoned with 4 other chinchillas and a guinea pig in an off-leash dog park in Burnaby. Not the safest environment for a small animal! A good Samaritan brought the small animals to the BCSPCA in hopes of finding an appropriate match for a new loving guardian. Unfortunately, their ages are not known; but did you know that chinchillas can live upwards of 20 years? Chinchillas have specific dietary, medical and habitat requirements; prospective pet guardians will be required to research these fascinating animals to learn how to provide the best care and welfare for the little critter! Come to the shelter to meet Paula Dee. Her sweet personality will sure melt your heart!

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LUXURY OCEAN FRONT CONDOS! 2 Bdrm. & 2 Bath Was $850k ~ Now $399,900 Resort Spa Restaurant Golf Marina

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INVESTMENT Opportunity - C class Liquor Primary Licence for sale in Richmond. Open business imme. Renovation approved. call 604-889-2633 for detail.

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STEAMER CHEST, curved top. North Delta. 604-591-9740

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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MINI SCHNAUZER pups. 1st shots, dewormed, tails docked, vet ✓ $650/ea. Call 604-657-2915.

GUTTER CLEANING

GOAL CLEANING TEAM Lic/Bonded/Insured, Res/Comm Provides Janitorial Services $20/hr Call 778-928-4647 or 778-840-6919

PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

MALTESE 1 M, 1F Born Sept 3rd 1st shots, vet ✔, health guarnt’ view mother. $650 1(604)355-0452

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DEMOSSING. Gutter Cleaning. Repairs. Roofing. Power Washing, painting, cedar ridgecap. Jeff 604715-6055

CLEANING SERVICES

CONCRETE & PLACING

GOLDEN RETRIEVER X COLLIE (Lassie) pups. You can’t find a better combo of smart and loyal dogs. Born Oct 13, ready Dec 8. Both parents on site. Raised in home with kids, cats & other dogs. Dad 75lbs (Golden) is OFA hip cert. free of hip displasia & eye cert. mom also (rare blue headed white Collie, 48lbs). Both parents 4H (obedience, showmanship & agility) dogs. 5 Males (3 are blue merle) & 3 females (black). $500. Mission, 604-820-4827

REAL ESTATE

Canuck Roofing All Roof Repairs Any job big or small. Free Est. *WCB *Insured *BBB 778-772-1969

ALWAYS GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs, 20 yrs exp. Rain or shine.7dys/wk.Simon 604-230-0627

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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.

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

604-475-7077

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

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HEAVY DUTY Mechanic (Fraser Valley). We are a well established medium size contractor serving the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley area since 1969. We are recruiting a Heavy Duty Mechanic stationed at our Abbotsford shop. You will be responsible to service, maintain and repair our fleet of mobile paving and grading equipment in addition to undertaking basic welding and fabricating duties to upkeep equipment. Must have a good understanding of hydraulic and electrical systems and have a keen eye for preventative maintenance practice. You must have a valid class 5 BC driver’s license and a safe driver’s abstract in order to drive our service truck to respond to field service requests. A min 3yr experience is needed along with Interprovincial Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate and you must possess an ability to work in a team environment and at times with limited supervision. This is a unionized position paying very competitive wages and an extensive benefits package for the right candidate. Respond by email to: nickjs@telus.net

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No experience necessary. Uniform and training provided. 1 FREE MEAL included daily.

FILM, PRINT, VIDEO, T.V. & COMMERCIALS. Register on-line @ WWW.CASTINGROOM.COM or call: 604-558-2278

TRADES, TECHNICAL

JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta) needs a few more good people. Busy, modern shop. $25. $31./hour + bonus, benefits. Great community. Inquire or send resume. Fax 403-854-2845; Email Chrysler@telusplanet.net.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ALL SHIFTS, F/T & P/T

Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051

WANTED MOVIE EXTRAS & MODELS!

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

SANDWICH ARTISTS

Please e-mail resumes to 1090.marquise@hiredesk.net or fax: 1-866-272-9632

THE LEMARE Group is accepting resumes for the following positions: •Grade Hoe Operator-with Coastal Logging Roadbuilding experience •Coastal Certified Hand Fallers •Coastal Certified Bull Buckers •Off Highway Logging Truck Driver •Grapple Yarder Operators • Heavy Duty Mechanics Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca.

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CLIPPER COVE 1 Bdrm. from $980 2 Bdrm. from $1200 Great Building Excellent Location Close to Richmond Centre, Canada Line & Much More! On-Site Manager, Pool & Sauna Included.

MATTRESSES starting at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331 *NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ 604-484-0379

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BIG BUILDING SALE...”THIS IS A CLEARANCE YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!” 20X20 $3,985. 25X24 $4,595. 30X36 $6,859. 35X48 $11,200. 40X52 $13,100. 47X76 $18,265 One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

To arrange a viewing, call Olga at 604.868.8968

QUIET Building 1 & 2 bdrm apts w/balcony, steps to all transit, shops, & schools ht, hw, cable, prkg, NS, NP, from $915/m Avail Now 604-241-3772

RICHMOND

1 & 2 Bdrms Available Immediately.

ChillSpot is The COOLEST Dog Bed-A new and innovative, thermodynamically cooled dog bed, that enhances the cool tile surfaces our pets rely on during the warm weather months. www.chillspot.biz

Located in central Richmond, close to all amenities & No. 5 Rd. Rent includes heat and hot water.Sorry no pets.

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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2BRM 2Bth. 55plus Mobile Home for rent. Must pass strata interview. Small dog ok, sorry no cats. Renter responsible for all utilities. Long term tenant preferred. Lots of storage room, clean quiet. View @11915875 20th Ave. Reply to fastgary56@ymail.com if interested. $1100/mo. plus damage deposit.

#1 & Blundell, quiet home, near bus, furnished, cable, heat, light. Available now $455 (778)883-8096

RICHMOND #4 & Williams. 2 Bdrm bsmt ste. Incl ldry. Avl Dec 1 or 15. NS/NP. Refs reqâ€™d. $850/mo incl util 604-275-2909 or 604-839-2958.

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RICHMOND Shell/Bridgeport 2 bdr gr.lvl, priv ent. $900/mo incl heat & light. Np/Ns. Now. 604-649-9367

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RICHMOND: 1 bdrm. Cls to school, bus, Ironwood Plaza. Lndry. $700 incl utils. Dec. 1. 604-274-6810

RICHMOND Brighouse completely renoâ€™d 4bdrm, 2bath, new appls/furnace. Now. $2000. 778-888-3212.

RICHMOND #3/Williams. Large 1 bdrm & den. NP/NS. Avail now. $800/mo + 40% hydro, shared lndry 604-275-3862 or 778-885-1736.

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

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

SUITES, UPPER

RICHMOND: Large studio suite. $975/mo inc utils. Newly renoâ€™d. Avl now. Prefer n/p, n/s. 604-321-1868 RICHMOND. Spacious, newly renod 3 bdrm w/priv. new 2 bdrm ste down. F/P. 8 appls, 3 baths, cov. patio. storage, garage, fenced. Oct 1. N/P. $2300/m. 604-833-2103

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: The Estate of DAVID EDWARD MOWER, otherwise known as DAVID E. MOWER and DAVID MOWER, deceased, formerly of 11407 Kingcome Avenue, Richmond, British Columbia, V7A 4W2

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

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TOWNHOUSES

RICHMOND, 3 bdrm, 1.5 baths, 2 car prkg, 4700 Francis. N/S N/P. Avail. now. $1550. 604-230-4778

Creditors and others having claims against the estate of DAVID EDWARD MOWER, deceased, are hereby notified under Section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the undersigned Executor c/o Cohen Buchan Edwards LLP, Lawyers & Notaries, Suite 208 - 4940 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6X 3A5, on or before December 28, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

RICHMOND

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TOWNHOUSES 2 Bedrm + Den & 3 Bedrms Available Private yard, carport or double garage. Located on No. 1 & Steveston, No. 3 & Steveston. Landscape and maintenance included.

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1996 22â€™ SLUMBER QUEEN 5th wheel. Interior like new, has to be seen to appreciate. New stereo, back up camera, new HD antenna, m/w, a/c. Includes hitch. $6,500. 604-625-7761 Aldergrove.

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Christmas Pottery Sale at Richmond Cultural Centre

Some of the pottery that was for sale.

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Potters Club sale packed with potential presents

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here was something to catch the eye of everyone amongst all of the beautiful works of art sold by the Richmond Potters Club at their annual Christmas Pottery Sale last weekend.

cades the club has been holding this event has increased to that level. “The work has become way more professional,” Richardson said. A few of the club’s members teach pottery classes, but “virtually all of the others are just people who love doing it,” she said. Twenty per cent of everything sold along with all donations will go towards the Potters Club’s expenses, which include holding workshops and updating equipment. Amanda Oye covers the social scene for The Richmond Review. Her column appears every Wednesday. She may be reached at amanda.oye@telus.net.

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