Author: Liam Foster

Richmond’s newest member of Parliament, Chak Au, is officially opening his constituency office this weekend. The office is located at #303-4940 No. 3 Road in Richmond City Centre, inside the Alderbridge Place complex between Alexandra Road and Alderbridge Way. According to recent House of Commons expenditure reports, Au paid $5,110 in both June and July to Prospero International Realty Inc. for office rent. In comparison, Parm Bains, Liberal MP for Richmond East-Steveston, pays $6,118 in rent and related fees for his office on Coppersmith Way. Au was elected to Parliament in the April federal election as a Conservative, defeating Liberal…

Richmond’s J.N. Burnett Secondary School was placed on a hold and secure on Wednesday morning after a suspicious item was reported nearby. Richmond RCMP said the measure was taken to ensure the safety of students and staff. A hold and secure is a safety protocol used when an incident occurs near a school that could pose a risk. David Sadler, spokesperson for the Richmond School District, explained that the precaution keeps students inside while authorities investigate. Richmond RCMP received a report of a suspicious item in the 5000-block of Granville Avenue around 10:20 a.m. on September 25. Officers from the…

The search for a 40-year-old missing man in Richmond has ended with relief after police confirmed he was found safe. The man, who had not been seen since the middle of June, was reported missing last Thursday. His disappearance raised concern among family, friends, and the wider community. According to Richmond RCMP, the man was located “safe and sound.” Officers did not release details about where he was found but emphasized that his safety was the most important outcome. Police expressed gratitude to the public for their support, noting that tips and information shared by residents played a major role…

Richmond police are seeking video footage of a fire at a 7-Eleven in the city centre. The fire, believed to be arson, occurred early on Sunday, August 17, on the 8300-block of Granville Avenue near St. Albans Street. Social media posts show flames outside the store and someone attempting to put out the fire with a fire extinguisher. Richmond RCMP said a person of interest has been identified, and the investigation is ongoing. Police are asking anyone who has video footage of the incident to share it directly with them. Officers noted that sharing this information ensures it becomes part…

The Richmond Maritime Festival returns to Steveston next weekend, offering a unique chance to watch a historic Japanese-Canadian boat being restored. Visitors can see the 37-foot-long Crystal S gillnetter come back to life at the Richmond Boat Builders near Britannia Shipyards Heritage National Site. The 22nd annual festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23, and Sunday, Aug. 24. Among its many activities, the live restoration of Crystal S stands out as a rare opportunity to witness maritime history in progress. Crystal S was built in 1963 by Steveston resident Bud Sakamoto and his father. The…

Richmond police have issued an important clarification regarding the violent incident reported on August 13. Authorities now say the case was not a random or stranger assault as first believed, but rather involved two individuals who already knew each other. The event happened on Wednesday night in the parkade of a shopping centre along No. 3 Road, between Park and Cook roads. Officers were called after a report of an assault with a weapon. According to police, a security guard who heard the commotion quickly stepped in and helped until law enforcement arrived. When Mounties reached the scene, they arrested…

Eddy Boudel Tan’s latest novel, The Tiger and the Cosmonaut, is a deeply personal story that examines family, memory, love, and loss. At its core, it is a reflection on what it means to return home and face the past. The novel follows Casper Han, a man traveling back to his fictional hometown of Wilhem, B.C., to investigate the strange, temporary disappearance of his father. This incident stirs up memories of an even greater loss — the unexplained disappearance of his twin brother, Sam, more than a decade earlier. As Casper searches for answers, he also faces the challenge of…

A British Columbia court has granted the Cowichan Tribes and several other First Nations legal title to historic lands in Richmond, B.C., once a winter fishing village for Indigenous peoples. The ruling also confirms their fishing rights at the mouth of the Fraser River. After more than 500 days of legal proceedings, the B.C. Supreme Court’s decision on August 7 marks a major victory for the Cowichan Tribes, Stz’uminus First Nation, Penelakut Tribe, Halalt First Nation, and the Lyackson First Nation, who played a supporting role. The court recognized their Aboriginal title over the Tl’uqtinus village located on the southeast…

A popular Taiwanese restaurant has closed its location at a Richmond shopping mall after serving the area for more than 15 years. The restaurant, known for offering a mix of Taiwanese snacks, meals, and drinks, made the announcement on August 2. The owners shared that the decision was not easy. They described the closure as “a little bittersweet.” The reason behind the closure is the end of their current lease. The Richmond Centre location had been a go-to spot since 2009. It became well known for its tasty dishes like crispy popcorn chicken, warm beef noodle soup, and sweet bubble…

Richmond-based educator Dr. Sandy Dhami has been awarded the Order of British Columbia, the province’s highest form of recognition. She is being celebrated for more than 25 years of work with neurodivergent children both in Canada and abroad. The announcement was made on B.C. Day, as the province named 15 new recipients of the prestigious honor. The award, created in 1989, recognizes outstanding contributions made by residents in a variety of fields. It highlights those whose work has had a deep and lasting impact across the province and beyond. Dr. Dhami has supported children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, and other…