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Pam Aldridge is proof positive that you can excel at athletics and

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Her second college season was even more impressive as she led the Huskies in scoring with 23 points on 10 goals and three assists. In 2009, Aldridge was again named to the national academic squad but was able to play in only seven games before suffering a season-ending injury.

Aldridge’s sister, Kim, won a Canadian university fi eld hockey title playing for the University of B.C. in 2009.

Who is your inspiration?“When I fi rst tore my ACL, my mom

sent me an article on Jan Hudec, a Ca-nadian skier who had torn his ACL fi ve times. What he said in his articles really hit home for me and gave me the po-tential to realize that in my heart I knew I could come back better and stronger. The thing that I admired about Jan was the fact that he was brutally honest in his articles, he let it be known some days were awful and frustrating, but that seeing progress and pushing through would reap benefi ts down the

road. Watching a professional athlete who has injured themselves fi ve times come back from years of rehab and make the Canadian Olympic team is beyond inspiring.”

What are you most proud of?“The place I’m at right now and the

amazing and supportive people that surround me daily.”

What is your advice for others?“The best advice I have ever received

is that if you have the confi dence and mental strength, your body can do things you would never have imagined. It doesn’t matter how good you are, how fi t you may be, because confi dence and mental ability will be the real driving factors when you have to push yourself to the next level. My parents also taught me a great lesson to not take yourself too seriously, life is better and more positive when you’re able to laugh at yourself or take a step outside and live in someone else’s shoes.”

—Don Fennell

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30 under 30

Welcome to our third

annual 30 under 30 edition of The Richmond Review. It’s a special edition where we profile 30 Richmondites who are under the age of 30 who are doing interesting things.

These are inspir-ing stories. In fact, one of the people we profiled in the first edition, Pasha Bains, was an inspiration to Anmol Mattu, one of this year’s profiles.

This is not intended as a definitive list. We are not suggest-ing these are the top 30 under-30-year-olds in Richmond; they are just a group of interesting young-er people whose stories we think you will enjoy.

— Bhreandáin Clugston

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Last fall, Vanessa Coley-Donohue became a nun. Add

that to her resume as a dancer, singer, actor and teacher.

She’s since broken out of the convent—she played Sister Agatha in The Sound of Music for Footlight Theatre last November—but her schedule remains full.

She teaches dance and mu-sical theatre fi ve days a week between Gateway Academy, South Arm Community Centre and Burke Academy of Dance, and rehearses for at least one show at a time—usually two.

The Richmond-raised per-former’s recent projects also include Annie at Gateway, Don Giovanni with Burnaby Lyric Opera and 42nd Street, which opens at Metro Theatre April 2.

Coley-Donohue started dancing at age three and con-tinues to work at becoming a balanced performer by honing

her singing and acting skills.Who inspires you?“I take my inspiration from

castmates, friends, teach-ers and often my students. I love to surround myself with people more talented than I, so that I am constantly feeling challenged to rise to their level.”

What are you most proud of in your life thus far?

“I am proud that I have had

the perseverance to pursue a life of performing. So many people devote years and years to training whether it be dance or singing or acting and eventually just give it up, or let it fall by the wayside.”

What advice do you have for others?

“You must make it possible. In the theatre business, there are so many people who are so driven, that you can’t af-ford to rest on your laurels. This mindset has helped me in so many aspects of my life.”

What’s one of the greatest things you’ve learned about performing? “You have to be in the moment all the time. When you are on stage, you can’t be thinking about the next song, dance number or monologue, or you will inevi-tably miss something and not be fully committed.”

What does the future hold for you? “The future will defi -nitely be full of performing. Where, I am not entirely cer-tain, but it’s a goal to pursue professional theatre in other cities.”

—Matthew Hoekstra

Age: 23High School: Matthew McNair

E than Cox epitomizes what it is to be a leader.

On or off the ice, he is a tireless worker and the ultimate team player who sets a positive example for others.

Following his fi nal season playing col-lege hockey at Colgate University, Cox was awarded the 2010 Hockey Humani-tarian Award. Typically modest, he was humbled by the honour but said he hoped it inspires or enables young play-ers to get involved.

Also a fi nalist for the 2009 award, Cox’s passion to help others began in childhood and extended through his college years when in each of his four seasons at Col-gate he helped to organize many success-ful projects including a holiday food drive which has become an annual tradition. He and various other athletes at the school also raised thousands of dollars in cash and items for various local and national charities including the American Cancer Society.

Cox is currently playing his fi rst season of pro hockey with the ECHL’s Alaska Aces.

Who is your inspiration?“As I get older, I realize that my inspira-

tion comes from my parents and all the things that they gave up or did for me while growing in order to obtain my goals

and follow my dreams. Their sacrifi ce as parents is truly an inspiration.”

What are you most proud of?“Being able to balance athletics, school

and friends/family. Life can often be overwhelming so I am proud that I have found some kind of balance between everything.”

What is your advice for others?“Things may not go your way, but in

the end you really only have yourself to answer to.”

If you could sit down and have lunch with any historical fi gure who would it be?

“Nelson Mandela because when he was released from jail he forgave and united the country that wrongfully incarcerated him.”

—Don Fennell


A rjan Bhullar comes from wrestling royalty.

His dad was the great Avtar Bhullar, a national-level wrestler who won many tournaments and championships in Canada and India and came close to qualifying for the Olympic Games.

A political science grad of Simon Fraser University, Arjan may have began wrestling before walking. And the early start has paid off.

He won numerous titles as a youth and his career continues to be a decorated one. His most notable recent achievement was earning the gold medal at the 2010 Common-wealth Games.

Currently training in Cuba, Arjan is determined to realize the only two things missing from his resume: a world championship and an Olympic medal.

Who is your inspiration? “I’ve had numerous people inspire me along my journey. Muhammad Ali comes to mind, for being a great athlete (and the fi rst worldwide recognized athlete) and using his exposure and talents to bring attention to greater matters outside of the ring. Beyond that, probably Mike Tyson for being one of the most feared men in all of sports. He truly understood mental intimidation and mental warfare. On top of that, he was an awesome specimen and a destruction in the ring.”

What are you most proud of?“I have a few moments that I would

say are most cherished. Being the only wrestler to win both NAIA and CIS national titles in the same year (and the only heavyweight in the his-tory of the tournament to be selected

outstanding wrestler) was pretty special for me. Simon Fraser Univer-sity has had many greats, but I can say I am the only one to accomplish this feat and that feels truly special. The other moment would probably be winning a gold medal at the Com-monwealth Games in Delhi. It was just set up for me perfectly to face the Indian competitor in his home-town. It was a beautiful moment.”

What is your advice for others?“Figure out what you are passionate

about in life and get after it with all of your effort and all of your heart. Life is short, and you can easily let it pass you by by trying to do what others think you should, or listening to those who say you shouldn’t, or you can’t. If you want it that bad no one has the right to tell you you can’t or won’t.”

What is your favourite way to relax?

“Among friends and family. I travel so much nowadays I barely have time to see those closest to me.”

—Don Fennell

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Arjan Bhullar wrestler Pam Aldridge fi eld hockey

Vanessa Coley-Donohue is fully committed to a career as a stage performer.

Ethan Cox, left, was awarded the 2010 Hockey Humanitarian Award.

Pam Aldridge plays fi eld hockey at Northeastern University.

Arjan Bhullar has won many titles as a wrestler.


City making progress in creating affordable housingBy Evelina Halsey-Brandt

The cost of housing in Richmond has risen rapidly in the last few years. People with modest incomes are despairing of ever being able to own a home in Richmond.

In our local papers more and more writers are offering their views on what Richmond Council should do to curb rising prices. Some suggestions are worth exploring while others are not within Council’s power to act upon.

A regular local columnist suggests that Council put a cap on house sizes. House sizes in Richmond are controlled by the size of the lot. Residential zones have a maximum FAR (floor area ratio) that can be built, so a small lot will have a smaller house than a large lot. Council can consider whether or not the FAR should be decreased or increased but that analysis must have an extensive neighbourhood by neighbourhood consultation as property values would be affected by any changes.

Another local columnist suggested that Council make it “mandatory” to build duplexes or triplexes on large lots when they are sold and the home on the lot is demolished. Council does not have the legal power to do that. Property owners can apply to build these forms of housing but Council cannot force them to do so.

A letter writer suggested that to own a home in Richmond, you should live in Richmond. Once again that is something that is not

within Council’s legal authority. On a more realistic and

positive note, Council adopted an Affordable Housing Strategy in 2007 and has taken several measures to try and address the issue of providing affordable housing in Richmond.

Every rezoning application for a single family, townhouse or apartment complex below 81 units must contribute a dollar amount into the Affordable Housing Fund. Larger apartment rezonings must build at least five per cent of the residential FAR as low end market rental units. Single family lots being rezoned are required to ensure at least 50 per cent of the new lots will include either a secondary suite or a coach house.

Currently we have over $10 million available in the Affordable Housing Fund that can be used for an appropriate project. We have secured 286 affordable rental units, 168 market rental units (exclusive of secondary suite or coach house units) and 244 affordable home ownership units.

City Council is doing all it can within our power under the Municipal Charter to encourage the development of affordable housing.

Workable solutions are always welcome. For example, Hong Kong introduced a 15 per cent duty on properties resold within 24 months of acquisition as was recently reported in this paper. It is time our senior levels of government started looking at measures such as special duties to curb speculation and flipping of residential properties.

Decent affordable housing is a basic human need and right. All levels of government must do their part in ensuring that it becomes a reality for everyone.

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Genevieve Duford looks back on her

teenage years, shakes her head, and chuckles.

Hard-ly the proud-est time of her life, after being diag-nosed with leu-kemia as a 15-year-old athlete and experiencing plenty of teen turmoil, Duford is a great example of the apt adage “it’s not how you start, it’s how you fi nish.”

She’s twice beaten leu-kemia, graduated with honours from Capilano University, was named her university’s alumni of the year, and is now a successful media ac-count consultant with the Yellow Pages Group.

Sandwiched in between was a decade-plus career as a successful interna-tional model who did magazine shoots in Italy, London and New York.

And she’s also the co-founder of the Let’s Squash Leukemia cancer fundraising squash tournament, billed as the largest of its kind in North America. It’s raised more than $70,000 in two years and she hopes it will surpass the $100,000 mark following the April 12 to 17 tourna-ment (squashleukemia.com).

Inspiration: “My inspiration fi rst and foremost are my parents, brother and my boy-friend (Jay Gulbransen) who have battled this disease with me and I try to do everything with my family in mind who push me to be a better person every day. The other inspirations are the people who are currently in the hospital or have passed away from this terrible disease. I feel I have been given a sec-ond chance at life and I need to do all I can do for people and to help fi nd a cure in my lifetime.”

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Maryana Dudchenko is a competitive dancer.

Genevieve Duford

Maryana Dudchenko is literally following in the footsteps of her

older brother.Her parents enrolled her into ballroom

dancing when she was just four years old after her older brother enjoyed it so much when they lived in Ukraine.

Fourteen years later, and Dudchenko is enjoying international success.

With her 18-year-old partner Vladyslav Bohdanov, who connected with Dud-chenko through a website and moved to Canada from Ukraine just to partner with her a couple of years ago, the pair won the youth championship in a com-petition last September in California.

She now trains seven days a week, three to four hours a day, and squeezes in part-time studies at Kwantlen Poly-technic University.

Inspiration: “Michael Jackson. He had a way of connecting people through his music and dance. The way he carried himself after years of being scrutinized in the media makes me want to be strong and invincible like him.”

Most proud of: “In life, I am proud to have an amazing family that has sup-ported me 100 per cent in everything that I do. But in my dancing career, I am proud of having a great dance partner, amazing teachers, and friends by my side that support me on this journey.”

Advice for others: “Never back down and follow your heart.”

What do you think of the prolifera-tion of dance and talent shows on TV today? “I am happy to see that dance is being put in the spotlight and people enjoy watching it.”

Do you consider dance to be a sport or art? Why? “I consider dance to be both, an art and a sport. It is an art form because we express our feelings and tell a story through our dance, but it is also a sport because it takes great stamina and power to be able to dance everything with skill.”

Do you think the general public appreciates dancers as much as they should?

“I defi nitely think the general public should appreciate dancers more, es-pecially those for whom dance is more than just a hobby. The appreciation grows as more people watch TV shows like Dancing with the Stars, but the life of a competitive dancer is far more gruesome (especially for ladies who wear 3.5 inch heels on a daily basis).”

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Age: 28High School: C.E. London

For much of her life, Lisa Ehrlich has known how to enter-

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She works as a marketing specialist for Best Buy Canada, responsible for developing stra-tegic marketing plans for music, movies and video games. A big part of her job is promoting new video game and movie releases, working with big-name vendors like Disney and Nintendo.

Ehrlich earned national at-tention for her musical talents by winning the Pacifi c National Exhibition’s Shaw Star Discovery talent search. She followed that up by winning the national title.

She’s still known to stretch her vocal chords by singing anthems at Vancouver Canucks games and functions.

Ehrlich has a commerce degree with a major in marketing from McGill University. The longtime Richmondite now calls Yaletown home.

What did musical theatre teach you about life?

“Confi dence and success come from working hard and always putting your best foot forward.”

Who inspires you?“My parents inspire me not

only to live life to the fullest but

also to be the best person I can be. My mom is a determined, hard-working, dedicated and lov-ing mother. She inspires me to be a strong independent woman and hopefully one day a great mom too. My dad is Superman—well, not literally, but he always seemed to make the impossible probable. He has found the per-fect balance in life of work, fam-ily and his passion for music. He has followed and achieved many of his dreams and has encour-aged me to follow mine.”

What are you most proud of in your life thus far?

“I’m proud of the life I’ve lived so far. I have worked very hard and accomplished many of my goals while staying true to myself.”


“A little kindness goes a long way.”

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

“I enjoy spending time with friends and family, watching movies, seeing live theatre, checking out bands at nearby bars, going to hockey games and travelling.”

—Matthew Hoekstra

Genevieve DufordFrom Page 4

Most proud of: “To be a two-time cancer survivor and hearing that my story inspires people to keep fi ghting for a cure and giving people hope to fi ght through their disease or problems.”

Advice for others: “Look at everything and every day as a gift, good or bad, big or small. Everything is a gift, it’s just with some things you know why they happen and with others you don’t. But with a little faith everything will work out for the best.”

How did you fi nd the strength to overcome cancer twice? “Plain and simple my faith and my family’s support! I am a big sister, a daughter, a cousin, a friend and a girlfriend. I couldn’t think of not being around for any of them. I woke up every day thankful for another day and I do that to this day.”

How has cancer changed your view of life? “I always pass both the Children’s Hospital and VGH and...realize just how far I have come but more importantly what could have been. So the main thing in my life that has changed was never take anything for granted, as tomorrow it could all change and be taken away.”


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Compared to others in the business,

Alexei Geronimo’s passion for dance wasn’t sparked until relatively late in his life.

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He credits his instruc-tors at the Richmond Academy of Dance with providing him with a strong foundation in all forms of dance that was strengthened by coach-ing at The Edge Perform-ing Arts Centre in Los Angeles. He was selected from among more than 200 applicants to receive a scholarship in that respected U.S. program that handed out just 20.

Geronimo most recently danced on a European tour with the Bad Boys of Dance, a Maryland-based all-male dance company.

Inspiration: “My inspiration comes from watching other dancers perform and other cho-reographers work. That inspires me to push myself even further and strive to get even better as well as continue do-ing what I love to do.”

Most proud of: “I’m

defi nitely most proud of my achievements such as working with Bad Boys of Dance and get-ting a chance to train in (Los Angeles) with the top choreographers.”

Advice for others: “My advice for people whether they dance or not is to always work

hard at whatever it is you do and to never give up. Persistence is key, especially in the dance world...Also networking with other people as well as auditioning and giving your name out onto the world is essential for booking dance work.”

How has dance helped you grow as a person? “Dancing and working as a dancer has defi nitely taught me how to be independent as a lot of travelling has been involved in my life. Also I feel like I have be-come a stronger person physically and mentally in a sense of how hard some of the shows can get.”



The first student of Pro-Formance Goalie School to

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Fuchs played four years at Hamline University in St. Paul, Minn., graduating in 2003 with a bachelors degree in business management. During his fresh-man season he won second

team all-conference honours and played professionally with Texarcana Bandits.

In the last decade, Fuchs has been training students ranging from six years old to junior and college age. And though the hours are long, not affording him a lot of down time, he considers it a privilege rather than a chore.

What is your inspiration?“I remember being 16 when

Team Canada lost to the Czechs. There was something about it that lit a fi re for me. I wanted Canada to be the best in the sport and felt there was something I had to do because

hockey was our game. To get a chance to help others realize their dream to play at the next level, or just see these kids develop and get better, inspires me every day. One of my students, who I’ve worked with since he was six years old, had fi ve shutouts and gave up just two goals in six games to earn tourney MVP for the goalies at the recent Quebec international Peewee tournament. And Sean Bonar is leading the nation in college hockey (1.28 GAA ) play-

ing at Princeton.” What are you most

proud of? “Just the opportunity to play college hockey because not everyone gets that chance. It was a dream of mine since I was a kid to get to play at a high level and I worked hard to get there.”

What is your advice for oth-ers? “Don’t let other people tell you can’t do something. You never know until you try. If you keep working at it, good things will happen.”

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Born in Tel Aviv, Shaul Gordon was

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After spending the 2009-10 academic year attending public school in Montreal, so that he could further develop his fencing skills, Gordon has developed an impres-sive consistency. Fencing

for Richmond-based Dynamo Fencing Club, the Grade 11 International Baccalaureate student recently achieved a rare feat among Canadian fencers by winning the North American Cup in the Cadet Division. He was fi rst among 99 competitors at the U.S. national championship in Dallas.

Gordon also recently won gold medals in both the cadet men’s sabre and junior men’s sabre divisions at the fi rst of three Canadian national championship meets, which was held in Rich-mond.

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What is your inspira-tion? “I am motivated by the possibility that if I compete well I’ll be able to represent Canada on the international scene.”

What are you most proud of? “My tourna-ment in Dallas. The North American Cup is one of, if not the biggest tournaments in the U.S. and I was able to win fi rst place. It took a lot of mental and physical preparation and I trained six times a week prior to the competition, but it showed me that I could compete with some of the best under-17 fencers on the continent.”

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Sarah Hawkins music publicistAge: 27High School: Steveston

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“He wants his lyrics to make a difference,” said Li. “It’s very inspiring.”

Who inspires you?“My dad, corny I

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This weekend’s North Carolina A&T tourna-

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For Sara Hopwood, who is celebrating her 22nd birthday Sunday, it’s a chance to get back on the softball diamond where in 2010 she was dominant.

She started in all 48 games for the Masta-dones last season, batted .323, and her 155 at-bats were the most in a single season in school history, as were the 35 times she reached home plate. Her 35 RBIs were the second most in school history and 82 total bases the third highest ever.

But the dream sea-son didn’t end there.

Hopwood led the White Rock Renegades to the Canadian senior women’s title for which she was awarded Softball B.C.’s Senior A player of the year award. Just when it seemed her pitching career might wind down (she played shortstop the entire 2010 season at Indiana-Purdue), she found herself pitching at the Canadian nation-als and compiled a 1.66 earned-run average and an .800 batting average in the fi nal three games.

Who is your inspira-tion? “Without a doubt my parents have been my biggest inspiration. They have always pushed me to do what makes me happy and to work for what I want. They are both so strong and work very hard everyday so it has been easy to look up to them all my life.”

What are you most proud of? “I help my dad with the Richmond Is-landers 95A softball team during the summer and they make me proud ev-

eryday. They all work so hard and have the right attitude, so when I see them succeed it makes me so happy because I know they deserve it.

“Also, I was most proud of myself when I received a scholarship to play softball at Eastern Arizona College and then later to Indiana-Purdue Fort Wayne. Receiving an education while doing something you love is extremely important for young women and men. A degree will give you choices when you can no longer participate in sports competitively.”

What is your advice for others? “Never give up. I live my life through that motto and I believe it’s made me a better person today. One of my favou-rite quotes goes ‘Nobody said it would be easy, they just promised it would be worth it.’ If you really want something in life, then go get it. It is a given that any dream or goal requires hard work and dedication, but most importantly it requires you to believe in yourself as well.”

What is your favou-rite pastime? “I really enjoy just being silly with my friends and playing games. I don’t have a lot of time to do much outside of softball and school but when I do have free time I like to relax and watch movies. My roommates and I like to bake as well. We make pretty awesome brown-ies.”

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A ndy Li says he’s fortunate to volunteer

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Li emigrated from China at age fi ve. He started volunteering with the Richmond Youth Foundation and Rich-mond Rotaract Club in Grade 11.

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people I interact most closely with, my fam-ily and friends. I owe a great deal of my drive to my parents, who have pushed me to reach where I am now, and I am extremely grateful to my friends who support me in all areas of life.”

What are you most proud of? “I had the opportunity in the last few years to organize the Zenith Conference, a series of youth leader-ship conferences that raise awareness of global issues and prompt young people into community action. Besides connect-ing over 600 delegates to non-profi t organizations, Zenith helped launch a number of new youth-run projects across Greater Vancouver.”

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take every opportunity to learn more about the world around you. As Canadians, we are ex-tremely fortunate to live in a place with so many opportunities.”

What motivates you to volunteer? “Helping and seeing young people learn, grow, and take on larger roles within the community is especially rewarding, and I feel my volunteer experiences have helped me mature as a person as well.”

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When Maya Maca-tumpag

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On the court, she helped lead the McNair Marlins senior girls basketball team to the city title.

Inspiration: “My mom is my No. 1 inspiration. And it was watching Me-lissa Stubbs as she was doing a motorcycle gag. I usually do fi ght scenes, and seeing that inspired me to be more involved in the whole business in general.”

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Who is your inspira-tion? “My inspiration is Pasha Bains because he has been coaching me since Grade 3. He is an amazing coach, awe-some basketball player, and a local icon but more importantly he is a great and trustworthy friend. He played on the Canadian national team, which is a dream of mine, and he is one person I can always go to for advice.”

What are you most proud of? “I am most proud of the progress and improvement I have made to my game over the past few years. I am proud to have so many coaches who support me and help me along the way. Without the help and support of my par-ents, family, community and coaches, I would not be where I am today.”

What is your advice for others? “My advice to others is work hard all the time and never let anything step in the way of achieving your goals. The hardest working people, and the people that achieve their goals, are the ones that work harder when no one is watching. Never give up.”

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Anmol Mattu basketball Sarah HawkinsFrom Page 7

Off she went to live in Switzerland for a month and then Australia for a couple more, sandwiched around life at Manning Park. Before she knew it, she was 24 and still undecided about her future.

But she landed on communications and two years later, she graduated from Kwantlen’s public relations program and earned the president’s outstanding student award in 2009.

After a year of strategic volunteerism at music events, a job at Universal Music opened up, and she landed the highly sought-after position.

She credits Kwantlen with preparing her well: “Without that, people wouldn’t have

been as responsive as they were at the very beginning.”

Inspiration: “Music, the people who make it and the audience that is moved by it. Nature because it recharges my soul. Art because it’s always open to interpretation.”

Most proud of: “Where I am and who I am today. I’m proud of myself for making the choice to go after what I wanted, and never looking back. Mostly, I’m proud of being able to support an art form that I feel so deeply connected to, and get paid for it!”

Advice: “To acknowledge that fear is purely mental, to stay grounded in reality, and to trust in yourself and your abilities. Take risks, be strategic, volunteer, and everything you do, do it out of love.”



Environmental Assessment of the Proposed Vancouver Airport Fuel Delivery Project

Open House and Invitation to Comment

Vancouver Airport Fuel Facilities Corporation is proposing to build a new aviation fuel delivery system to serve Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The proposed Project includes a marine terminal and fuel receiving facility located on the south arm of the Fraser River, and a 15 kilometre long underground fuel pipeline connecting the marine terminal, fuel receiving facility and YVR.

The proposed Project is subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act.

The Proponent has now submitted its application (Application) to obtain an environmental assessment certificate which is required before any work can be undertaken on the proposed Project.

In order to provide information to the public about the Application, and to receive comments from the public, the Environmental Assessment Office of British Columbia (EAO) invites the public to attend an Open House to be held:

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from: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

At 5:15 p.m. there will be a presentation by the EAO on the process with an opportunity to ask questions about the process. A second presentation will also be given by the Proponent in relation to the proposed Project.

If you are unable to attend the Open House, you may still wish to make a written submission. There are 45 days for the submission of comments by the public in relation to the Application. The comment period will begin on February 25, 2011 and end on April 11, 2011. All comments received during this comment period will be considered.

The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects – environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from the proposed Project are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process.

The EAO accepts public comments through the following ways:

By Online Form athttp://www.eao.gov.bc.ca By Mail:Jennifer DessoukiProject Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria BC V8W 9V1 By Fax:Fax: 250-356-6448

An electronic copy of the Application and information regarding the environmental assessment process are available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca. Copies of the Application are also available for viewing at these locations:

Vancouver Public Library – Central Branch (350 West Georgia St, Vancouver BC) Richmond Public Library – Brighouse Branch (100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond BC)

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Linda Mei teacher/Scout leaderAge: 24High School: C.E. London Secondary

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Mei joined Scouts at age seven as a new immigrant. Her mom believed Scouts would help her integrate, make friends and improve her Eng-lish.

Scouts proved a match for Mei, who now teaches science and humanities at A.R. MacNeill Secondary.

Her Scouting involvement con-tinues. She’s chairing the Scouts Canada Youth Conference 2012 and serves as project manager for the Scouts Canada Good Turn Campaign.

She’s also a former council youth commissioner and has achieved many awards, including the presti-gious Queen’s Venturer Award. The award recognizes a person who has the character and ability to be of signifi cant help to other people.

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Why do you continue to dedicate your time to Scouts?

“Scouts helped me discover my identity and recognize my passion for teaching... I wish to inspire and enable the youth in the program to discover their identities and recog-nize their potential, much like what Scouts did for me.”

Who inspires you? “My Mom inspires me because she

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What are you most proud of?“I’m most proud of my few pub-

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What advice do you have for others? “People are the greatest assets

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What does the future hold for you?

“For the next few years, I would like to focus on my master’s education and on my teaching. My goal is to continuously improve on my practice so that I may teach meaningfully and thoughtfully. I’d also like to write a book about some of the interesting exchanges and enlightening experi-ences I’ve encountered as a teach-er—and a learner.”

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Age: 23High School: Vancouver College

Even as he was amazing his coaches with spectacular performances on the gridiron last

season, University of Saskatchewan quarterback Laurence Nixon had his eye on the bigger picture.

The then fifth-year senior saw his life beyond football, and though committed to help build a solid football team and a well-respected athletic program, also wanted to do his part to improve the community surrounding him.

From speaking at public engagements to volunteering in the community to writing the constitution for the university’s athletic council, Nixon has done a little bit of everything.

Today, he’s an account executive at zu.com, a Saskatchewan firm that works with interactive technologies like websites, mobile and social

media to provide strategy, design and development advice.

Nixon was a finalist for the Hec Crighton Award as Canadian University’s football player of the year in 2010.

Inspiration: “I was a HUGE fan of (the National Football League’s Dallas Cowboys quarterback) Troy Aikman growing up in the ’90s. But more recently though, my family was a big inspiration and motivated me to work hard and do well here in Saskatoon.”

Most proud of: “I think I’m most proud of the fact that I came to Saskatoon not knowing a single person and in six years have really built a network of friends and people who I can count on.”

Advice for others: “Something that I learned in high school and that I carried with me to the U of S is just how rewarding being involved in your community can be.”

Why are you so passionate about giving back to the community? “I think it was just something that I grew up with. My dad gave 11 years as the chair of the board of directors at Vancouver College through tough litigation. I saw what he sacrificed to keep our family of seven together while fighting to save the school. Giving back was never a question, it was just what you did as a person.”

How has athletics helped you grow as a person? “I think athletics is great for its team building aspect. I’ve played on good and bad teams and not because of their record, but because of the group dynamic. You learn to take success and failure as a group as well as take criticism and learn from it. It has really helped me in my professional life.”

—Martin van den HemelLaurence Nixon was a fi nalist for the Hec Crighton Award as Canadian University’s football player of the year in 2010.

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Age: 17High School: University Transition Program

I f 17-year-old Evgenia Rabi-novich needed

more motivation, she finds it in Alice in Wonderland.

As the lead character says in the fi lm, “I’ve been accused of being Al-ice and of not being Alice, but this is my dream. I’ll decide where it goes from here.” Rabinovich thinks of the line when faced with a challenge.

Rabinovich and her

family moved to Ste-veston in 1999 from Saratov, Russia. She fi nished high school at 15 and is in her third year at University of B.C. as an English major. She’s already an accomplished pianist who played the world’s most expensive piano, a Fazioli, last fall during a demonstration at Aberdeen Centre.

She’s played with the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra and won fi rst place in the Canadian Music Competition. She has a passion for music and sharing the music of masters like Beethoven, Tchaikovsky and Liszt with the community—especially young people.

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Helping to transform the city in which

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Doing so in a socially and environmentally responsible fashion is something he feels is his responsibility.

The vice-president of development for his family’s business, Ampri Group of Companies, Sandhu said his family, which actively farms 30 acres of local blueberry fi elds, has built 450 multi-family homes in Richmond since 1999.

A strong supporter of social initiatives since his high school days, Sandhu believes in giving back to his com-munity, and draws great satisfaction from seeing children running around playgrounds, and fami-lies growing in the town-house developments he has spearheaded from start to fi nish.

Inspiration: “For the

risks they took, and for the progress they’ve made, my parents defi nitely serve as my greatest inspiration.”

Most proud of: “I am most proud of the corporate culture that we have created at the

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Advice for others:“As social media is

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Why do you think green construction prac-tices are important? “With the push towards greater energy effi ciency in all aspects of our lives, it’s essential that we implement new and inno-vative green construction practices in the homes that we build. Green construction practices are important because they will ensure sus-tainable development which will lead to lower environmental impact and lower maintenance costs for homeowners over time.”

Is Richmond grow-ing too quickly? “The world around us is changing and growing at a historically fast pace and Richmond is in a unique position since it’s home to an international airport, is culturally diverse and is one of the world’s most desirable places to live. So densifi ca-tion and development have to happen, as long as we adhere to strict guidelines around qual-ity, we’re on the right track.”



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Last month Andrea Santos washed dishes

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Santos was part of a delegation of youth selected from around the world, sponsored by the Indian government, to experience life in India. The experience gave her a new appreciation for the simple things in life.

Born in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Indian parents, she moved to Richmond at age eight from Mumbai, India. The Richmond resident is now majoring in international studies at Simon Fraser

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What was your great-est lesson in India? “Learning how to ap-preciate the little things I may take granted for in Canada.”

If you were a world leader, what’s one cause you would fi ght for? “I would fi ght for fresh water in all develop-ing countries because it is a basic necessity that all human beings need to survive. With the new technology that becom-ing available it should

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Evgenia RabinovichFrom Page 14

What led you and your family from Russia to Ste-veston? “My parents wanted me to grow up in a free country with a stable and democratic political system that could provide a good education, so we immigrated to Canada. Besides, my dad had visited Vancouver and had absolutely fallen in love with the city. He really wanted his family to live in such a beautiful place, so we moved here and settled in Steveston.”

Who inspires you? “This might sound really childish, but I would say Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, and, especially, Tim Burton’s interpretation of the book. I have re-watched the 2010 movie at least three times, and each time, I fi nd it more inspiring... To me, Alice’s character, especially in the hands of Burton, comes across very strong, determined, imaginative and endearing, and I like that.”

What are you most proud of? “I will never forget what it was like working with a PhD student at UBC while I was still in Transitions, and spending my lunch breaks extracting DNA and analyzing histology slides. Or my last summer’s experience of travelling to Beijing to participate in an international music festival, where I had the opportunity to meet some of the coolest people and most acclaimed, amazing musicians.”

What advice do you have for others?“Follow your dreams, and no matter how impossible

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Age: 22High School: R.A. McMath

Spend a few minutes with Chris Stanley, and it’s easy to notice

the energy and talent that’s brought him much success

since not winning a coveted travel contest last year.

The cruiseship videographer didn’t land the plum $40,000 all-expenses-paid job with Air Transat to travel to 12 international destina-tions over 12 months and blog about them. (He fi nished second.)

But his camera skills, both in front of and behind the lens, did not go unnoticed.

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Age: 24High School: Richmond High

The music business can be cruel. And rejection is commonplace.

But Elaine “Lil’Bit” Shepherd has emerged from the doldrums to fi nd an inner peace that has set her on the path to both personal and artistic success.

Recently nominated for a Juno Award for reggae recording of the year (“Likkle But Mi Tallawah”), Shep-herd is proud of what she’s achieved. But she refuses to be bitter about past dismisses like failing to make Canadian Idol.

Just wrapping up work on a new album, Shepherd has apparently found her musical niche in reggae. Her debut album is fi lled with life-inspired songs.

What is your inspiration? “Life and everything and everyone in it.”

What are you most proud of? “In this moment I am most proud of everything I’ve been able to achieve in my life/music career, but more so in the last year. I’ve realized my potential now and that when you seriously dedicate 150 per cent into your craft the possibilities are limitless. Hard work does pay off. A lot of times it seems money or a lack thereof can be a hindrance, but I am proof you can still make it happen without it. You just have to believe in yourself, be smart, and have a lot of drive and determination.”

What is your advice for others? “Always believe in

yourself. When you believe in yourself, others will be-lieve in you. Never let anybody tell you can’t do it. And work hard for what you believe in. If you can dream it, do it, and have fun.”

What is your favourite pastime? “When I’m not singing or performing, I’m dreaming about singing or performing. I write a lot—songs or just lyrics, or thoughts which eventually end up as songs. I also love to read, although I don’t seem to have much time these days to just sit down and read a book. And I’m also a big movie buff. Basically when I’m not busy working my way up to the top, I like to take advantage of any free time I get to spend with family and friends.”

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In New Orleans, Clayton Tang understood the

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Three years after Hur-ricane Katrina ripped through the American city, Tang went there to help rebuild. He met people who still hadn’t returned to their homes, people who still weren’t sure what happened to loved ones. The markings were made by rescue workers, indicat-ing whether a house had been searched and cleared.

But he also witnessed people helping each other, inspiring the Richmond resident to continue on a similar path.

Tang co-ordinates education programs—particularly targeted at youth—at Chimo Crisis Services.

He’s also a frequent volunteer, offering time with Global Agents for Change, a program that acknowledges youth initiatives.

He’s also served as a crisis line volunteer, organized meals on the

Downtown Eastside and created various charity fundraising events.

Born in the Philippines as the second of four children, Tang describes himself as a laid-back and open-minded person who enjoys basketball and exploring restaurants.

How did your experi-ence in New Orleans affect you?

“This experience al-lowed me to be more open, to be able to look at what really happened, and to be empathetic... I spoke with the lady that we help build the home for and her gratitude offered me such a great sense of joy that I came

back to my own com-munity with a renewed sense of purpose.”

Why are you passion-ate about working with youth?

“I am a big kid and I just enjoy people, and have just been lucky enough to have been able to work with many amazing young people in my life. I feel as if I am able to relate to kids very well.”

Who inspires you? “A lot of people do but

I have to offer serious props to a certain stand-out: my mom. I know I have some diffi culty expressing myself but I do want to take this

opportunity to recognize that she has sacrifi ced a lot for her kids and that we are thankful.”

What are you most proud of?

“That thus far, I have pursued the path most laden with passion. I think that for the most part, I have followed my heart in the things I have chosen to do.”


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Clayton Tang co-ordinates education programs at Chimo Crisis Services.


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With a mother who is a medical lab technician, and a father who is a dental technician, Tutelman grew up in a nurturing, science-fi lled environment that made for fascinating kitchen table conversa-tions, she says.

Talk of advances in science and what’s in the news was commonplace.

Today, Tutelman can often be found in a Univer-sity of B.C. immunology lab, searching for a cure for cancer.

When she’s not taking distributed learning classes online towards completing high school, or working with petri dishes and under fume hoods in the lab, Tutelman wears her philanthropic hat as the founder of the Cures for Kids Foundation (curesforkids.ca).

She’s helped raise tens of thousands of dollars for treatment for childhood illnesses and to raise community awareness.

She’s now busy organizing the second annual Making Magic Show, scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sun-day, March 20 at River Rock Casino Resort. Tickets are $15 and available via ticketweb.ca.

Inspiration: “What drives me to do what I do everyday is my curiosity to challenge and question the world around me.”

Most proud of: “Sharing my experiences has in-spired other students, professionals and compa-nies to become involved in the community. There is no greater satisfaction than knowing that by pursu-ing my own passions of research and philanthropy, I am encouraging others to do the same.”

Advice for others: “Follow your passions.”Do you believe a cure for cancer is out there?

“While I do believe that a cure for cancer exists, I believe that it may be found within research in im-munology. Findings of immunological studies have applications in a range of auto-immune disorders that address the underlying causes of disease. These results can potentiate the body’s ability to independently recognize and target disease.”

What do you see yourself doing in 10 years? “I hope to be pursuing an MD/PhD degree, which will afford me the potential to care for children and continue to research.”


Perri Tutelman can often be found in a University of B.C. immunology lab, searching for a cure for cancer.

Chris StanleyFrom Page 17

It was actually a high school French class assignment that drew his interest to videog-raphy.

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Inspiration: “All of my is inspiration is driven from an outstanding Canadian travel television show called Departures, specifically the three main travellers: Scott Wilson, Justin Lukach, and cameraman Andre Dupuis.”

Most proud of: “I am most proud of the amazing relation-ships, colleagues, and friends I’ve developed since film school who all share such an amazing passion for film and are always there to support me.”

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Age: 21High School: Steveston

When Sam Wade learned that his grandfather had

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Pedalers for Prostate, a 75-day long bike trek he took along with three other riders last summer, raised $13,000 and brought further awareness to the condition.

Now, he’s ready to tackle another project: Easter Seals on Wheels.

In May, Wade, Brian Tong (from Pedalers for Prostate) and three others will be cycling 3,000 kilome-tres from Vancouver to Mexico to raise funds for Easter Seals camps. It will take just over a month after which Wade hopes to have the privilege of spending another summer in Squamish for the Easter Seals organization.

What is your inspiration?“My inspiration comes from

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along with the joy they bring, never ceases to motivate me to push one step further.”

What are you most proud of?“Personal successes come to

mind, such as being senior rugby captain of my high school through both Grade 11 and 12, and having cycled 8,000 kilometres across Canada. However, what I take most pride in is how I’ve been able to impact the lives of many as a posi-tive role model, especially for my 10-year-old brother Steven.”

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Chris StanleyFrom Page 19

Advice for others: “We spend the best part of our lives earning money in order to enjoy a questionable liberty during the least valuable part of it. Get out there and live. Travel. Meet people. Don’t settle for anything but the best in everyone/everything around you.”

What drives you to get up every morning? “The drive, inspiration, and knowing that one day I will have my own travel television series and get paid to travel the world.”

What’s the most amazing thing you’ve seen in your travels? “One of the most incredible moments of my life was during a backpacking trip last year to Peru. We hiked for four days 8000 feet up in the Andes to Machu Picchu. I remember sitting on the ancient ruins at the crack of dawn, and staring out into the mist as the sun broke through and illuminated the entire valley. At that exact moment, I knew why I

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Age: 29High school: Hugh Boyd

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with the Grandview Steelers. Positive experiences from all the things he tried encouraged Weber to pursue a career as a youth leader.

While playing for the Steel-ers, Weber, who is co-head coach of the Valley West Hawks of the B.C. Major Midget Hockey League, began taking recreation classes at Langara and is now youth co-ordinator at South Arm Community Centre. He was instrumental in organizing the annual 24-hour Hockeython, a non-stop fl oor hockey game at South Arm that raised $3,100

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Born January 28, 1919 in Tyndall, Manitoba and passed away peacefully on February 16, 2011 at Minoru Residence, Richmond surrounded by loving family.Mildred moved to Richmond with her husband after WWII. She chose to raise a family over career and lovingly nurtured her home. Married to a Royal Canadian Air Force Offi cer who became a Professional Engineer, she shared a fascinating life, living and travelling across Canada and around the world. Herachievements were many. Despite obstacles of the great depression, she successfully completed her degree at the University of Manitoba on Scholarships. She raised four children and nurtureda successful marriage of 65 years. She lived and hosted a family in the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Peru. She was a pioneer tourist to world sites as Machu Picchu, the Great Wall of China and Red Square, Moscow toname a few. She had many relatives and friends in BC and Manitoba. All will remember Mildred as a loving and generous person with a welcoming and cheerful disposition. She is predeceased by husband Bruce, and leaves behind children Patricia (Bill), Jeffrey (Jenny), Carol (Tim), and Gregory (Linda); grandchildren Jasper, Douglas and Christa Belle; and many loving nieces and nephews. A private interment will be held for the family. A Memorial Service for friends and relatives will be held Saturday, May 14, 2011 at the Richmond Funeral Home, 8420 Cambie Road, Richmond, B.C. In lieu of fl owers, donations can be made to the Vancouver Poppy Fund, Suite 20-2520 Ontario St., Vancouver, V5T 2X6.

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MASON Thomas Joseph

1927 - 2011

Toms was born in Scotland and came to Canada in 1959.

Tom enjoyed his summers fi shing at Point Roberts and he was an avid soccer fan.

Predeceased by his fi rst wife Rea and sister Maureen.

Survived by his wife of 33 years Shirley, children - Patricia Kost (John) Thomas, Stephen (Kim), Cathie Noble (Patrick) grandchildren - Christina Daniel, Jennifer, Yvonne, Stephen and great-grandchildren - Hailey, Hannah, Jaydon. Nieces and nephew in Glasgow, Catherine, Brian and Alison. At Tom’s request, there will be no service.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

21 COMING EVENTS

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

21 COMING EVENTS

MYRNA ABNEY 75 Years Young,Feb 25 Happy Birthday Little Red

Riding Hood. Thanks for the endless meals, selfl ess attitude,

support & of course for all your loveSUSAN & Norm, ED & Isabelle,MICHAEL & Claudette, RICK,

JEANETTE, DOROTHY &Leonard, RAYMOND & Suzanna

plus 17 grandchildren and12 great grandchildren

CHILDREN

LICENSED MONTESSORI daycare ECE staff, art, circle, music, phon-ics. 604- 278-1675, #3 Rd/Francis

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIESEarn $500-$2000/m. Operate a Mini-Offi ce Outlet from home. Free online training, fl ex hrs, great in-come. www.how2bfree.org

114 DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

DRIVER - Fraser Valley based heavy haul trucking company has opening for one qualifi ed class 1 driver. Must have min 2yrs exp., be bondable and able to cross the border. Fax resume & abstract to 604-852-4112 . No phone calls PLS

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115 EDUCATION

DGS CANADA2 DAY

FORKLIFTWEEKENDCOURSE

Every Saturday at 8:30am #215, 19358-96 Ave. Surrey

NO reservations: 604-888-3008www.dgscanada.ca

Ask about our other Courses...*Stand up Reach *Fall Protection *Aerial Lift *RoughTerrain Forklift*Bobcat *WHMIS & much more.

“Preferred by Employers

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assistance. Funding available. www.iheschool.com1-866-399-3853

Optician Training*6-month course

starts April 4th, 2011

BC College Of Optics604.581.0101

www.bccollegeofoptics.ca

126 FRANCHISEYOUR LOCAL HANDYMAN

Proven turn key franchise opportunityPrime Lower Mainland Areas CALL NOW 778-549-2135

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130 HELP WANTED

FISH PLANT WORKERS needed for Grand Hale Marine Products, Richmond BC. On the job training Duties: cut clean, trim and process fi sh products. Full time @$13/hr+ Vacation, medicals. Send resume to 11551,Twigg Place, Richmond BC V6V2Y2. Fax 604-325-9310 email; [email protected]. NO PERSONAL VISITS OR CALLS PLEASE.

FLAGGERS NEEDEDIf not certifi ed, training available for

a fee. Call 604-575-3944

PROGRESSIVE Tree Compa-ny requires certifi ed BC Utility Arborists, 1st or 2nd year ap-prentice BC Utility Arborists. Generous wage and benefi t package. Must have a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license. Send resume, in confi dence to fax 250-762-3667 Attn: Larry.

RELOCATE to the sunny Okanagan!... Full service hotel in Vernon British Columbia, seeks Executive Chef for Family Restaurant, Sports Bar, Catering & Hotel/Tour Applica-tions. Candidates must have a minimum of 2-5 years experi-ence in this role and must have an interprovincial Jour-neyman Red Seal endorse-ment. References required; salary negotiable. Reply c/o email: [email protected]

134 HOTEL, RESTAURANT,FOOD SERVICES

FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR, 1-2 years experience. $16/hr. 40hrs/week. Apply in person, Dairy Queen, #120, 3671 Westminster Hwy.

139 MEDICAL/DENTAL

M.O.A. Exp’d. Req’d for P/T work in general practioners “group” offi ce. Approx. 20/hrs week. Please send resumes by fax: 604-278-8826 or email: buswelloffi [email protected]

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

We are looking for a full time offi ce administrator, who has good knowledge of MS Offi ce

and Quick Books. Must be fl uent in English and Punjabi.

Please fax resume to:604-272-0287

156 SALES

OUTSIDE SALESACR Group, Western Canada’s leader in Rubber and Urethane manufacturing is looking for an outside sales professional for the BC area. The ideal candidate will be familiar with Rubber and Urethane Products for a mining, wood processing and other heavy industries. Extensive travel is required. Good computer skills are essential. Competitive compensation & benefi t package offered.

Fax resume: 604.274.1013 email:[email protected]

SALES REP/BROKERSrequired for promotional distributor. Seeking experienced individuals to sell to pharmacy & grocery stores. National brands at competitive pric-ing. email: [email protected] Rachel.


160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

CCI Coast has an immediateopening for a Certifi ed

MILLWRIGHT for our concrete products manufacturing facility

in Richmond BC.

JOB DETAILS:D read diagrams and schematics.D fi t bearings, align gears and shafts, attach motors, connect couplings.D align/test equipment and make any necessary adjustmentsD service and repair hydraulic, pneumatic and programmable logic controlsD 3-5 years of experience.D Must have Red SealD the ability to work at heights and to lift up to 25 kilogramsD Ability to work shift work.

Please submit your resume, stating your qualifi cations to:

[email protected] fax: 604-270-1201.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

JOURNEYMAN MECHANICSAmix Salvage, We are well estab-lished company with multiple loca-tions in BC an AB and a history of 40 yrs in business. Seeking HD and CT Mechanics for our Chilliwack and Surrey shops. Our progressive co. offers a great extended medical and dental pkg and all necessary safety gear to ensure employee safety. Apply online: www.amix.ca or email to: [email protected]

PERSONAL SERVICES

Are You Feeling PainDon’t Worry! Richmond Pain Research & Treatment Centre will help you take the pain away. We were established in 2006, has served patients more than 10,000 visits. The recovering rate has achieved 96%. Neck, Back, Arthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Sciatica, Tennis Elbow, Migraine, Dysmenor-rhoea, Any Chronic Pain. No extra charge for MSP holder (low income families only), for Ext. Medical covered or others $25 for fi rst visit.

If you have any pain symptoms, call 604-276-8898 to get free

consultation & make an appt. with B.C. Registered Acupuncturist

Andrew Bao or Wendy Zhang or Charley Sheng

#103-8140 Cook Rd. Richmond. Open 6 days/wk Mon-Sat 10-6pm

115 EDUCATION

PERSONAL SERVICES

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad cred-it? Bills? Unemployed? Need Mon-ey? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Accep-tance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420.

www.pioneerwest.com

115 EDUCATION

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Saturday, February 26, 2011 Richmond Review - Page 29

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D I S T R I C T S A L E S M A N A G E RRichmond, BC

Do you want to work for a company that cares?

This could be your opportunity to join the world’s beauty industry leader.

THIS full-time, sales management position represents an exciting challenge for those seeking a fulfilling career, and who have a winning attitude and the ability to motivate and energize those around them. Dynamic, energetic and autonomous, you have an entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to prospect and recruit on a daily basis and train and inspire a team of Independent Sales Representatives to accelerate growth in your district.YOU have at least two (2) years of Sales and/or Network Marketing experience, a proven track record of motivating others to achieve targets, and the drive to turn people into top performers. You also hold a valid driver’s licence, as this role involves travel. Bilingualism (English/Mandarin), training and presentation skills, and direct sales experience are definite assets.

Ms. Diane Rousseau, Avon Canada Inc. 5500 Trans-Canada Hwy., Pointe-Claire, Québec H9R 1B6

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

We offer a base salary, benefits, the use of a company car ... plus commissions!

To advertise in the Home Service Guide

Call Rick 604-247-3729

email: [email protected]

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Plumbing • Electrical • Woodwork • Drywall • Bathrooms • Painting • Handyman • Textured Ceilings • FREE Quotes

Door Repairs: Patio • Pocket • Bi-folds • Showerand I’m a Nice Guy!

PLUMBING/HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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PLUMBING & HEATING

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• Plumbing Service & Repairs • Boilers & Furnaces • Gas WorkHEATING SYSTEM SERVICE SPECIAL Only $8500. Mention this ad.

NEW HOME IMPROVEMENTS

BUILD NEW HOMES2-5-10 Year Warranties

General ContractorTotal Renovations & Additions

• Licensed • Insured

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• Update Kitchens & Baths• Drywall • Garage• Roofs • Decks

• Driveways• Ashphalt• Concrete


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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

130 HELP WANTED


Own A Home? Need Money?

Get Mortgage Money TODAY!quick, easy, confi dential

no credit or income requiredlow payments, lots of money

Call 604-328-6409 Origin Home Financial PartnersMatt Sadler - www.mattsadler.ca

130 HELP WANTED

236 CLEANING SERVICESANGELA’S CLEANING SERVICEMove in/out, kitchens, blinds/win-dows, offi ce cleaning. Satisfaction guaranteed. 778-882-2941.Best House CLEANERS. Trusted & reliable. Filipino owned & operated, licensed Prof. touch. Supplies incl’s. Residential & Commercial Move-In & Move-Out. Daisy 604-727-2955

LIDIA’S EUROPEAN CLEANING. Res/Com. Ins/Bonded. Specializing in detail cleaning. 604-541-9255

242 CONCRETE & PLACING

PLACING & Finishing * Forming* Site Prep, old concrete removal

* Excavation & Reinforcing* Re-Re Specialists

32 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

STAMPED CONCRETE

FPatios FSidewalks FRe & ReFDriveways FFormingFFinishing

All Your Concrete & Drainage Needs

30yrs exp. Quality workmanshipFully Insured

Danny 604 - 307 - 7722

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

260 ELECTRICAL#1167 LIC’D, BONDED. BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774

SCOTGUARD ELECTRICAL LTD.

Expert in electrical repairs & troubleshooting Panel upgrades,

Renovations Guart. work. Licensed/bonded

BBB app. No job too small6 0 4 - 7 2 0 - 9 2 4 4

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

269 FENCINGPHIL’S FENCING: Custom blt cedar fences/gates/lattice. Repairs, decks & stairs, 604-591-1173, 351-1163

272 FIREPLACES

FIREPLACE PROBLEMS?

Smoking * Drafts * Oders * Damper Replacements.

The Fireplace Doctor

www.fi replacedoctor.com

604-596-6790 24 hours

Over 30 yearsBBB

281 GARDENINGPARM LANDSCAPING LTD. Com-plete lawn maint, power raking, trimming, pruning, cedar fenceinstall. 604-271-5319

HIGH CALIBER CONSTRUCTIONRepair, Replace, Remodel...

CUSTOM HOMES • Basement, Kitchen & Bath Remodels • Room

Additions • Drywall • Paint • Texture • Finishing • Floors & More

Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

DBathroomsDKitchensDCountertop ReplacementDEntrance DoorsDFrench DoorsDSidingDSundecksDLaminate FloorsDEnclosuresDCeramic TileDCustom MouldingsDReplacement WindowsDInterior Painting

WE GUARANTEEno-hassle

Service Backed byProfessional

Installation and ourno-nonsense

Home ImprovementWarranty

CALL FOR A FREEIN HOME ESTIMATE

604-244-9153Rona Building Centre7111 Elmbridge Way

Richmond, BC

NEED HELP tweaking your home? Call us. We’ll show you what we do best: Walls. Tiles. Floors. Kitchens. Bathrooms. Closets. freshcoata-paint.ca 778-881-3866

RETIRED CONTRACTOR small job specialist, all repairs. Great rates. Call Dan 604-761-9717

288 HOME REPAIRS

SEMI-RETIRED CARPENTER for repairs or any kind of carpentry, plumbing & electrical. 604 272-1589

300 LANDSCAPING

FULL LANDSCAPING& YARD WORK

❖Rock Walls❖Paving Stones❖Driveways❖Asphalt❖Pavers❖Concrete❖Fencing❖Stairs

❖New Lawns❖Ponds❖Drain Tiles❖

★ Reasonable rates ★

Call 604-716-8528

320 MOVING & STORAGE

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

************ ABE MOVING ************Reliable Careful Movers. *RubbishRemoval. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

AFFORDABLE MOVINGLocal & Long Distance

From $45/Hr1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks

Insured ~ Licenced ~ 1 to 3 MenFree estimate/Seniors discount

Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-537-4140

SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured

Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

320 MOVING & STORAGE

ACCENT MOVING & STORAGE

✶ Book March Now ✶Get 10% Discount !!!!

LOCAL MOVING HOME DELIVERY

APT./ HOUSE /OFFICE VANCOUVER ISLAND

BC INTERIOR / ALBERTA

STORAGE 1st Month FREE

Portable & Non-Portable Climatized & Secured

ALL MOVING SUPPLIES AVAIL.

Licensed, Insured, and WCB protected.“A” rating BBB

604-214-MOVE (6683)WWW.ACCENTMOVERS.CA

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539Running this ad for 7yrs

PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $269, 2 coats(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls

Cloverdale Premium quality paint.NO PAYMENT until Job is

completed. Ask us about ourLaminate Flooring &

Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

332 PAVING/SEAL COATINGALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.

338 PLUMBING10% OFF if you Mention this AD!

*Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fi tter. Aman: 778-895-2005

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

ASAP PLUMBING & HEATING. Lo-cal cert. service plumber. H/w tanks, boilers, gas, plug drains. Fair rates. Mem.of BBB. 604-220-9228

MIN. EXPRESS PAGING SYSTEM

Reasonable Rates 604-270-6338

PRECISION 1 Plumbing & Heating. Lic. & Ins. h/w tanks, service, renos. No hst. Rick 604-809-6822

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

#1 Roofi ng Company in BC

All types of Roofi ng Over 35 Years in BusinessCall now & we pay 1/2 the HST

[email protected]

WWW.PATTARGROUP.COM

JASON’S ROOFINGAll kinds of re-roofi ng & repairs.

Free est. Reasonable rates.(604)961-7505, 278-0375


353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

HANS ROOFING Ltd.

SPECIALIZING IN NEW & RE-ROOFING

Skylight Repairs, Free Estimates WCB Covered, 10 Years Exp.

Guaranteed work.

Call: 778-862-0523

J.J. ROOFING$ BEST PRICE $

D New Roofs / Re-Roofs D Repair Specialist D Free Estimates D Ref’s ~ WCB Insured

Jas @ 604-726-6345

New Canadian Roofi ng Ltd.Here to help you with all your roofi ng needs.

• WCB-Insured • Work guranteed • Repairs/Updates

Call 604-716-8528 Free estimates & competitive rate

356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

JUNK REMOVALEARTH FRIENDLY

RECYCLE-IT!

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#1 AAA RubbishRemoval

21 Years Serving Rmd.Residential & Commercial Clean Courteous Service

FREE ESTIMATESJoe 604-250-5481

Haul Anything...But Dead Bodies!!

604.220.JUNK(5865)Serving The

Lower Mainland Since 1988

bradsjunkremoval.com

HAUL - AWAYRubbish Removal

House-Garden-GarageReasonable Rates

Free Estimate or Appointment

Mike: 604-241-7141

374 TREE SERVICES

Get your trees or tree removal done NOW while they’re dormant

✓ Tree & Stump Removal ✓ Certifi ed Arborists ✓ 20 yrs exp. 60’ bucket truck ✓ Crown reduction ✓ Spiral pruning ✓ Fully insured. Best Rates

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778Info: www.treeworksonline.ca10% OFF from now to Feb 1

with this AD

PETS

477 PETSBEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, males $500. (604)796-3026. No Sunday callsBERNESE Mtn Dog Puppy. Fe-male. Vet checked & ready for good homes. $800. Lngly. 778-241-5504

477 PETSBELGIAN MALINOIS 1 Female, 7 months, reg’d, vet ✓, top workingbloodlines good watchdog, 1-250-333-8862 [email protected]

BLUE HEELER 2 fem. 1 male born Dec 18.10 fi rst shots, dewormed, ready to play $395 (604)826-6964

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

CHIHUAHUA tiny pups. ready to go now. $600. Call 604-794-7347.

CHINESE SHAR PEI pups. House raised. Well socialized. Vet chek’d., shots. Av. now 604-814-0038. [email protected]

KOMONDOR, CKC. (M) 11 weeks, Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. $700. Nice tempera-ment. 604-857-4120

LAB, PUPS pure bred, no papers. Family raised, vet chk, dewormed. Ready to go $350 (604)793-3307

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604-856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND pups. Reg’d., micro chipped, 1st shots. Ready mid March. 604-823-2259 [email protected]

YELLOW LAB pups. 8 weeks old, ready to go. Vet checked, 1st. shots. Parents on site. $500. 604-852-6176 Abbts

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

530 FARM EQUIPMENT

WANTED: used potato/carrot washer for market garden. Smaller model. 250-395-4042

533 FERTILIZERSWEED FREE MUSHROOM

Manure 13 yds $140 or Well Rotted $160/10yds. Free Delivery

Richmond area. 604-856-8877

545 FUELBEST FIREWOOD

32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder

604-582-7095

560 MISC. FOR SALEHOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com

REAL ESTATE

627 HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSESOlder Home? Damaged Home?

Need Repairs? Behind on Payments? Quick CASH!

Call Us First! 604.657.9422

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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REAL ESTATE

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKSWHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models. Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq. ft home including delivery and installation only $ 109,950. Many other plans available. 877-976-3737 or 250-814-3788 www.hbmodular.com

636 MORTGAGES

BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt con-solidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simpli-fy the process!1-888-711-8818

[email protected]

638 OPEN HOUSEOPEN HOUSE, Sat, Feb 26. 1-3.

STEVESTON, #35-12331 Phoenix Dr., 3/bdrm Townhouse. Location is everything!!! Call Bob Hall for more info. 604-551-5561.

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVEHOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.caHomelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

CLIPPERCOVE

2 Bdrm. from $1150Great Building. Excellent

Location. Close to Richmond Centre, No. 3 Road and

Westminster Hwy. Pool & Sauna Included.

To arrange a viewing, call Olga at 604.868.8968

RICHMOND, 5888 Dover Crest. 1 bdrm apt clean & spac. 5 appls. sec prkg. backyd w/pri ent. N/P. N/S. Refs. $1200.Immed. 604-805-9628

RICHMOND central. Large 1 bdrm. Pool. Prkg. Storage. Weight rm. March 1. $900/mo. 604-275-2106.

RICHMOND CENTRE, brand new 2 bdrm. condo, park view, 2 prkg., N/S N/P. $1300 mo. Avail. now. 604-727-5759

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

RICHMOND

1 & 2 Bdrms Available Immediately

Located in central Richmond, close to all amenities & Kwantlen

College. Rent includes heat and hot water.Sorry no pets.

Call 604-830-4002 or604-830-8246

Visit our website:www.aptrentals.net

RICHMOND. Lrg 3 bed apartment 1.5 bath, 3-appl. Shared laundry. 1 parking, Heat & Hot Water incl. Across from shops, transit, schools No pets. Minimum 1 year lease. Available immediately. Call (778) 840-3020

RichmondOcean Residences11671 7th Avenue

Condo-like bldg with great views a must see. Modern living, beaut grounds incl’d ponds & fountains. Close to Steveston and markets; Many stes with ocean views. Indoor/outdoor pkg, lockers, party rm, fi tness rm, sauna, outdoor pool, games rm, social rm, BBQ Area. Bach, 1 & 2 bdrm stes from $800.

For more info & viewing call Irina 778-788-1872

Email: rentoceanresidences

@gmail.com

Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

RICHMOND

WATERSTONEBright ★ Quiet ★ Spacious

1 & 2 Bdrm Apt Suites3 Appliances, balcony,

swimming pool,heat & hot water.Also 2 & 3 Bdrm

Townhomes6 Appliances

Close to schools &stores. N/P.

Call 604-275-4849or 604-830-8246

www.aptrentals.net

747 RV PADS

Businessman needs private RV site/trailer pad with or without sani-tary drain. Will pay 6 months rent inadvance. One person, 21 ft trailer. Rent to be discussed. or if room on your property I can install a pad.I build it, you own it, I rent it. Cost ofbuilding will be rent in advance. Details. Palmmer 604 374 5065. [email protected]

750 SUITES, LOWER

#1/Granville, 1 bdrm ste in new hse, bright, $1050/mo incl utils. NS/NP. Cat ok. Now 604-780-8010

4TH/GRANVILLE, G/L 2 bdrm, pri entry. $850 incl heat & hydro (no lndry). NP/NS. Suit single (couple rent neg). Ref’s. 604-244-7862

LANGLEY, 2/bdrm large bsmt suite. Private, quiet, gated farm setting. Close to town. Too many good things to list. N/S. Incl util. $980/mo. (604)230-2808

MCLENNAN AVE 2 Bdrm,1 livn, sep big kitch suite sep ent with 6 Appl. NS/NP Clean, Quiet & bkyard. Easy access to Hwys/bus/skytr. $999 incl Utlty/wireless internet. 604-214-7784

RICHMOND 2 bdrm g/l Blundell/#4 hydro/cbl/net, own lndry $950. NS, NP. 604-447-2854, 604-720-6352

RICHMOND. #5/Cambie. 2 bdrm. $850/mo incls hydro, cable, net, no laundry. np/ns. Avail April 1. Suit mature. 604-276-2599

RICHMOND. No. 2 Rd/Granville. 1 bdrm ste. Nr amenits. Mar.1. $725 + 30% utils. Free WW net. NP/NS. Call 604-241-5676 or 604-805-8517

RENTALS

750 SUITES, LOWER

RICHMOND, nr No. 4 Rd. 2 bdrm bsmt ste. Sep ent. $1000/mo NS/NP. Incl utils. wifi & cbl. In suite w/d. Nr school & bus stop. Call 604-617-2536.

RICHMOND. Renovated 1 bdrm. Close to all amenities, $750 incl heat/lights. No pets. 604-270-7672.

RICHMOND W, 1 bdrm g/l in new hse, wi net, cble hydro incl. No ldry NS/NP. $800. Call 604-448-1305.

751 SUITES, UPPER

CAMBIE/NO. 5. Nice lg 3 bdrm, nr school/bus/shopping. $1150 + 60% util. Np/ns. Feb 15. 604-277-4194

RICHMOND, New, 2 bdrm, 2 blks fr Save on Food, Terranova. $1,095 incl utils/cable. Call 604-220-1764

RICHMOND Shell Rd/Iron Wood Plaza 3 bdrm upper + 2 extra rooms for space, 2 baths, inste ldry lge balcony & sundeck, quiet area, nr all ament. $1500/mo. 604-340-6643

RICHMOND Shell/Williams. Reno’d 3bd new fl rs/paint, garage, w/d. N/sn/p. $1175 +1/2 utils. 604-537-6618

752 TOWNHOUSES

✰ RENTAL ✰✰ INCENTIVES ✰

Richmond, East / New Westminster: 3 storey

Townhouses with 5/appls, 2/bath, garage, f/p.

From $1440/mo. Call 604-522-1050

RICHMOND 3 Bdr T’H, all new appl /blinds, dbl.gar. Av.now. N/P $1650. 604-270-4997 eves

RICHMOND

Briargate & PaddockTownhouses

2 Bedrm + Den & 3 Bedrms Available

Private yard, carport or double garage. Located on No. 1 & Steveston, No. 3 & Steveston. Landscape and

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QUEENSGATE GARDENSConveniently Located

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

Professionally Managed byColliers International

Call 604-841-2665

STEVESTON Water view, Exec. new 2 bdrm + den, 3 bath, f/p, 7 appli, alarm, garage, balc, blinds. Nr all amen. $1950/mo. Ns/np. Quiet. Ref’s. 604-277-5677

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818 CARS - DOMESTIC

1994 ACHIEVA OLDS 6 cyl., good cond. Auto, $1500 obo. 134,000km. 604-277-1636

1996 OLDS 88 LS beautiful blue on blue leather w/full Delta LS Option Pkg. Power Everything with a great am/fm cassette, CD sound system. 1 Owner. Never been in rush hour. Very babied. Very loyal & safe car. $2500. Call Tom 604-250-2443.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

2006 HONDA CIVIC 2 door, 5 spd manual, 80K, red, $6850 fi rm. Call: 604-538-9257.

2007 HONDA CIVIC 4dr auto,100K loaded, leather, spoiler, $9300/obo.778-836-4422 or 604-592-4422.

2009 TOYOTA MATRIX 4/dr auto p/w, p/l, AC, cd player, 88K, silver. $9800. Call 604-825-9477.

2011 TOYOTA Camry LE, 7000 kms. auto, factory warranty. No ac-cidents. $22,400. 778-869-3265.

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847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2001 BMW 320I, fully loaded, leath-er, auto, AirCared, 142K, $6900. Call 778-552-1462.

2007 JEEP COMPASS, great cond, $17,500. Call: (604)574-1189.

851 TRUCKS & VANS

1996 FORD Ranger, ext cab, auto, loaded, V6, runs good. $2200 obo. 778-836-4422 or 604-592-4422

2003 GMC DUAMAX, auto, extra cab, long box, 4x4, 254,000km. $11,000. 604-991-2894

2005 CHEVY SILVERADO 3500, 4 dr, auto, diesel, 120 K, GM insp., $19,500 obo. Call 604-836-5931.

2006 CHEV Uplander, $13,000. 69,000K, serviced every 6 mo. by GMC. 604-557-1668 after 8pm

2006 CHEVY SILVERADO, 4X4, 6L,V8, a/c p/w ext cab, shortbox, 89,000km. $12,000. 604-858-2865.

CLASSIFIED LEGALS ON PAGE A31

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JUST LISTED!Well maintained 3 bedroom split in the popular “Monds” area of Seafair. 67’ x 106.5 lot on street with many new homes. Features include double glazed vinyl windows, oak hardwoods, 1.5 baths, 2 gas fi replaces with a large family room and den on the main. Huge deck off kitchen overlooks the private and sunny west exposed backyard. Oversize double car garage at back. Great location just a block from Dixon Elementary.9511 GORMOND ASKING $988,000

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W innie Wong has mixed feelings about her final

semester at University of B.C.

It’s hard not to be excited for an upcoming convocation, but she’s enjoyed her experience completing a bachelor’s degree in music. After all, Wong is following her passion.

On top of her full-time university schedule, Wong teaches piano and theory and accompanies musicians at various concerts and exams around Metro Vancouver.

She also continues to assist as an accompanist for a Richmond Music School program offering violin classes to kids who can’t afford lessons.

The Hamilton resident draws

inspiration from her mother, who’s been rock solid in supporting the musical dreams of her kids. That generous nature is contagious—Wong is eyeing a future of helping children enjoy music.

Who inspires you? “The one

person who inspires me everyday is my mother. Ever since my dad passed away in 2001, she has worked very hard to ensure that my brother and I have everything that we need to make it possible for us to get to where we are today.”

What are you most proud of?“Being able to make a difference

in children’s lives through music. It is very rewarding to see my students achieve their own goals and know that I had a part in their learning.”

What advice do you have for others? “Do what you love and stay true to yourself. If you have a deep passion and love for your career or art, it will never seem like work and time just fl ies by. You will always fi nd the inspiration and motivation to push yourself to be better than you already are.”

—Matthew Hoekstra

Winnie Wong musician

Lorna Yee food writer Reika Yoshino model, fundraiser

Matthew Hoekstra photoWinnie Wong is pursuing her passion for music education.

Reiki Yoshino is an active volunteer.

Lorna Yee, a foodie and Steveston grad, now calls Seattle home.

Age: 28High School: Steveston

Lorna Yee has carved a career out of lifestyle.

She recently traded a food writing career at Seattle Magazine for a job with U.S.-based Rue La La—an online destination of exclusive private sales. She specializes in partnering high-end restaurants and destination getaways for the company’s division in Seattle, where the Richmond native has called home for several years.

Sixty-hour workweeks were a huge adjustment, but she’s found a job that’s challenging and exciting.

It’s been Yee’s life. She’s a published cookbook author, popular food blogger and still has time to experiment in the kitchen. She’s already working on her second cookbook—all about woks.

Who inspires you?“My parents have always, and continue

to be, a source of inspiration for me. They are the two hardest working people I’ve ever met. Even though both my mom and dad worked full-time when my siblings and I were growing up, we never felt like we lacked attention.”

What are you most proud of?“Landing a cookbook deal at 26, with

no professional culinary training, remains a proud accomplishment. The Newlywed Kitchen is currently heading into its second printing, and I’m so glad that the soul-satisfying comfort meal recipes seem

to resonate with a lot of young people.”What advice do you have for others?“Patience is integral to success. It was

hard for me to realize that just because you think you’re working hard, it doesn’t mean you’ll achieve success right away. We live in an instant gratifi cation society, so it’s diffi cult for many of us to be patient. I’m still learning. But I’m making progress.”

What keeps you inspired to continue writing about food? “My love for cooking, eating, and dining out compels me to share my experience with others. And while the new corporate job hasn’t afforded me with as much leisure time to blog about my meals, I still plug into Twitter (@lornayee) every day to stay connected with the food community.”

—Matthew Hoekstra


It was a Grade 12 student at Hugh McRoberts Second-ary who planted the seed of

community involvement in Reika Yoshino’s mind many years ago.

“She was very open minded and I wanted to be like her,” she said.

Yoshino moved to Canada from Japan in 2004, with her parents and younger brother. The city’s diversity, and the friendliness of its citizens, helped ease her transition to life in a strange country.

“Here, everybody welcomes you for who you are and not where you come from.”

Eager to make her own contributions to her new homeland, Yoshino volunteered at the Richmond Youth Service Agency and Rosewood Manor.

This week, she helped host more than 100 Japanese exchange students who visited her school.

Through a piano concert she organized at the Chan Centre at University of BC, she helped raise $3,000 for the Ice Breaking Care Society, earmarked for China—her ancestral homeland—following a devastating earthquake and typhoon. She was one of 10 boys and girls selected in a model search by Fairchild Television, and won the talent award for her piano skills.

Inspiration: “It started with a school club I randomly passed by when I was in Grade 9, and it was called the Global

Leadership Club. And since then I’ve been active in the club, and what inspired me recently was We Day in Vancouver.”

Advice for others: “What goes around comes around. Prioritize others, and yourself next.”

Do you feel it’s important to become a part of your new community?

“Yes, of course! Not just for yourself, but also for others. When you help out your community voluntarily, you don’t feel that you deserve something back. And it’s also a way of getting inspired and fi nding other things that you are interested in.”


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Who is your inspiration? “My family. My wife Lena is a great support for my commitment to the game of hockey through coaching as well as my work with youth within the city of Rich-mond. My parents were always avid supporters of recreation and sport and the important life lessons that come with being part of a team. My sister’s young sons are regular facility users and I see the joy that they get out of participating in recreation programs.”

What are you most proud of? “I’m most proud of the youth and individuals that I work with on a daily basis. The youth of the South Arm area and city of Richmond are highly motivated and community driven individuals. If the story of ‘it takes a community to raise a child’ is an example for us to follow then Richmond should be proud of its youth, because I am.”

What is your advice for others? “Go with (your) passion. Work doesn’t seem like work when you’re doing something that you love.”

Who do you consider the best role model among pro ath-letes? “Jonathan Toews from the NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks...His professional attitude, intense work ethic and impressive champi-onship pedigree provided him the right mix to earn Tournament MVP at the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver. His is also a World Junior Hockey champion, World Hockey gold medalist and Stanley Cup champion. But it is also his positive off-ice attitude and char-acter that make him a great role-model for youth.”

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Feb. 26, 2011 Richmond Review 30 Under 30 edition