Steveston Village
News 2009 Archive

Steveston Harbour Authority awarded the 2009 DFO Prix d’Excellence Environmental Stewardship Award  The Steveston Harbour Authority was awarded the 2009 DFO Prix d’Excellence Environmental Stewardship Award in recognition of the an exemplary contribution ...

A Child's Vision of the Olympic Torch Relay  The Community Arts Council of Richmond is looking for 100 grade 4 and 5 students to participate in a special project for the Olympic Torch Relay. This ...

New complex highlights GREEN and LEED certified features  A small boutique collection of Richmond Steveston Views townhomes for sale features only ten 2 bedroom townhouse lofts for sale that range from nine hundred ...

Waves Coffee House opens Saturday  Meandered by the about-to-be-opened Waves Coffee House yesterday to see the progress being made for their opening. Saturday, I was told before being invited ...

The Cannery hosts Music at the Cannery starting July  Steveston is a great place to visit any time of the year, but this summer the Gulf of Georgia Cannery in conjunction with The Beatmerchant CDs, DVDs & Record ...

Good samaritans come to the aid of local duck family  On June 1st, good samaritan Colin Beadle of Steveston happened upon a mini-drama unfolding in a water-filled ditch as onlookers watched. It seems that ...

Jim Kojima wins The BC Community Achievement Award  Jim Kojima wins The BC Community Achievement Award recognizing and celebrating the spirit and imagination, dedication and contribution of British Columbians ...

Even fish nets can be recycled  Steveston Harbour Authority has been approached by a company called Green World Recycling that specializes in recycling old fish nets. They don’t ...

Steveston Sales Float Ramp Gets a Grip  Last week, Steveston Harbour Authority’s maintenance crew installed a new rubber overlay on the Sales Float ramp to give added traction. This overlay is ...

Enter Galleria's Christmas draw for a chance to win!  Artisans' Galleria is running a raffle as a fundraiser with great prizes. You have a chance to win a professionally decorated 5-foot flocked tree, all ...

Get 2010 Entertainment Books at Community Centre  With Christmas just around the corner, now is the time to complete your gift list. A good bet for many on your list is the Entertainment Book. EBs can ...

Tool time fundraiser at Britannia Shipyard  Britannia Heritage Shipyard is collecting dusty tool donations as part of a fundraiser to buy the supplies to repair a fleet of boats. On Tuesday, Nov....

John Yap, MLA Richmond-Steveston has new digs in the village  John Yap, MLA Richmond-Steveston has moved his constituency office into the village. The building where they have been located for the last four years ...

Treasure Cottage Thrift Store Annual Christmas Event Kick Off  Treasure Cottage Thrift Store proudly supporting SOS Children's Village BC would like to invite you all to their Annual Christmas Event Kick Off on Saturday,...

Steveston to get new fire hall  On the site of the old fire hall at No. 2 Road and Steveston Highway a new fire hall will be constructed on approximately .76 acre parcel of land owned ...

Official opening of the newly renovated and expanded Steveston-London Secondary  Richmond Steveston MLA John Yap was joined by students, parents, teachers, alumni and district staff at the official opening of the newly renovated and ...

Actors Wanted  The City is looking for volunteers for our Gold emergency exercise on Tuesday, November 3. We are conducting a field exercise and need actors as participants ...

Steveston again places well in Readers' Choice Awards  The Richmond News "Readers' Choice Awards" are compiled annually to choose the best Richmond has to offer. This year, as in many others, many of the ...

Lost eyeglasses looking for owners  Vicki and the gang at Jet-Lag Travel Fashion Boutique would like to return these glasses to their rightful owners. If you recognize your glasses, drop-...

Steveston Homeport Independent and Gillnet Fishermen Election Results  On Tuesday, September 29, 2009 the ballots for the election of the Steveston Homeport Gillnet Fishermen and Steveston Homeport Independent Fishermen were ...

Silent auction to raise funds for shower chair campaign  Donations are being accepted for a silent auction that will be held on September 27 to raise $10,000 for a shower chair for Richmond Hospital’s Acute ...

Winners selected at 4th Annual Indian Summer Art Show  The Community Arts Council of Richmond is continuing to host this annual event at their Artisans' Galleria in Historic Steveston Village until September ...

The Cannery is haunted!  Halloween will soon be upon us, and the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society will again be holding its popular Haunted Cannery tours. This is a family event,...

Buck and Ear Pub Liquor License Suspended  On September 2, 2009 a hearing was held between the Liquor Control and Licencing Branch and the Buck and Ear Pub. As a result of the hearing the Pub will ...

Fresh Pacific Sardines on sale this weekend  For all you sardine lovers out there, Glenn Budden informs Steveston iVillage that fresh sardines will be on sale again this weekend. Sales will start ...

Walk Richmond Fall Launch September 5  Meet others, discover Richmond and take steps towards good health by participating in Walk Richmond. This free guided walking series is for people of all ...

New Bronze a Tribute to Steveston’s Fishery Workers  The industrious and colorful fishery workers in Steveston’s past are captured and commemorated in a life sized bronze sculpture that will be unveiled this ...

Senior visiting Steveston for her first time loses eyeglasses  Nelie was visiting Steveston for the first time last Wednesday, August 19. She thinks she lost her valuable " specticles " while exiting her car parked ...

Richmond 2009 BC Seniors Games  Richmond is proud to have been selected to host the 2009 BC Seniors Games to be held September 16-19, 2009. The Richmond 2009 Games will attract over ...

Fresh Pacific Sardines on sale next week  Fresh sardine season is nearly here. The "Ocean Venture" will be selling sardines again this fall at Fisherman’s Wharf in Steveston.

The Captain tells ...

Development Permit Panel Meeting August 26  Wednesday, August 26, 2009
3:30 p.m. in Council Chambers

Agenda Item:
3960 Chatham Street – (DP 09-474381/ HA 09-474921) – David S. Mah, Architect ...

Steveston Hosts Event for Animals and Their Owners  Want to learn more about pet vaccinations, grooming, training and overall wellness to make both your and their life more fulfilling? Come out to the Animal ...

Maritime Festival Set to Sail August 21-23  What began as a small maritime celebration at Richmond’s Britannia Shipyard National Historic Site six years ago has now swelled into a three-day festival ...

Eire Born Dancer Performances Every Sunday in August  The Eire Born Irish Dance Society has been doing annual performances on the SHA boardwalk for the last few years and the Steveston Harbour Authority is ...

2009’s best options for wild Pacific salmon  Consumers who love wild Pacific salmon, but are concerned about dwindling populations can find advice on how to make sustainable purchasing decisions in ...

Veggie King Market opens today  Finally, a decent veggie store in the village once more. This one in the flavor of a company calling itself the Veggie King Market on the corner of Moncton ...

Fresh Pacific Sardines on their way  For all you fresh sardine lovers out there, Glenn Budden reports to Steveston iVillage that the Captain of the "Ocean Venture" is hoping to be in port ...

Family Farm Fair - Celebrate at London Heritage Farm  Come out to the Family Farm Fair:
Date : Sunday, August 9, 2009
Time : 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location : London Heritage Farm, 6511 Dyke Road
...

Have Fun With Your Pet at the Animal Wellness Fair  Don’t miss Richmond’s Animal Wellness Fair:
Date : Sunday, August 23, 2009
Time : 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location : Garry Point ...

Salmon Stomp 2009 Schedule  The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society is presenting Salmon Stomp 2009 this Saturday. With its wide range of activities, Salmon Stomp will appeal to people ...

No Swimming Advisory at Garry Point Park  Richmond Public Health has advised that swimming at Garry Point Park beaches is unsafe due to an elevated fecal coliform count in the water. Swimmers may ...

Steveston Traffic & Parking Improvements feedback form now online  For those of you who may have missed the Parking Open House at the Community Centre recently, it was formulated to discuss proposed changes to the parking ...

4th annual Indian Summer Art Show is coming  The Community Arts Council of Richmond is pleased to announce it will once again be hosting this annual event at their Artisans' Galleria in Historic Steveston ...

2nd annual Wild BC Seafood Fest back by popular demand  Back by popular demand, the second annual Wild BC Seafood Fest will take place on Saturday, August 29th between 11:00 am and 4:00 pm at the Steveston Harbour ...

Steveston Museum Summer Music Series Continues  The Steveston Museum's park comes alive this summer with the Steveston Museum Summer Music Series. Join us for free family fun over four Saturday lunchtimes ...

Musical Expressions Summer Concert Featuring Ghost Brothers  Bring your chairs and blankets and relax to the sounds of summer at the Musical Expressions Summer Concert Series at Britannia Heritage Shipyard, hosted ...

Richmond Pocket Market comes to Steveston  Richmond Pocket Markets launched their first market in front of the Gulf of Georgia Cannery two Sundays ago. Just a 10 x 10 tent with fresh, local produce ...

Asphalt Paving from July 20 - July 31, 2009  The City has contracted Imperial Paving Ltd. to grind and pave the following locations in Richmond from July 20 to July 31, 2009. Hours of work will be ...

You are invited to attend the inaugural gathering of the Steveston Artist Society  A couple weeks ago the Steveston Artist Society launched their membership drive at the Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market. SAS's vision is to promote ...

64th Annual Steveston Salmon Festival Welcomes Olympians  Steveston Village will welcome Olympians at this year’s 64th Annual Steveston Salmon Festival on July 1, 2009. In recognition of the coming Vancouver ...

Steveston Salmon Festival Hosts 2010 Preview  The excitement of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games is coming to the Steveston Salmon Festival on Canada Day, with a chance to meet some of Canada’s ...

Richmond Review readers voted Murakami Boathouse The Best Tiny Concert Hall   Britannia Heritage Shipyard's Murakami Boathouse is home to folkies who flock to hear the latest in the Steveston Folk Guild's lineup. Only a small crowd ...

Join us in support of Jenna at Britannia Shipyard  An evening of support to be held in Steveston for Jenna as she waits to be put on the BC Transplant Society waiting list for a liver. Here's the background ...

More volunteers needed for Salmon Festival  The Steveston Salmon Festival relies on the dedicated efforts of hundreds of volunteers. From the core planning committee which starts work on the next ...

Federal Funding for Small Craft Harbours in British Columbia  The funding for the Small Craft Harbours Program announced in Canada's Economic Action Plan includes $22.7 million for projects at small craft harbours ...

Fraser River commercial shrimp fish harvesters fined $2,000 for retaining by-catch  A commercial shrimp fish harvester and his wife pled guilty and were each fined $1,000 in Richmond Provincial Court April 23, 2009, on a charge of illegal ...

2009 Winners of Best of Richmond Readers' Poll  The Richmond Review recently tallied the winners of their Best of Richmond Readers' Poll. Congratulations to all winners and particularly our Steveston ...

Artisans' Galleria to host Avenues Richmond Society for Community Living Art Show  The Community Arts Council of Richmond and Artisans' Galleria is presenting the Avenues Richmond Society for Community Living Art Show from July 11 - 25 ...

2009 Farmers' Market off to great start  Yesterday brought sunny, mild weather and five-thousand market fans to the second year of the Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market. Thanks to the Steveston ...

Steveston Village Heritage Conservation Strategy Unveiled  The City of Richmond has taken another step towards conserving the valuable heritage resources in Steveston Village for future generations. At a regular ...

WiFi comes to Steveston Harbour  Steveston Harbour’s WiFi network is up an running and ready to use. Currently the network primarily covers the Public Sales Float and 3rd Avenue Pier, with ...

Janice Froese received the Volunteerism Award  The City of Richmond is pleased to congratulate the six winners of the inaugural Richmond Arts Awards, announced at a ceremony in Council Chambers on Friday,...

Steveston Celebrated in Poetry and Music  Celebrated Canadian poet Daphne Marlatt will read passages from her classic cycle of poems called "Steveston" to an evocative soundscape composed and performed ...

Another election update from our MLA, John Yap  With only 16 days to go until the May 12th provincial election my campaign office is running at full tilt. Over the past 10 days I have been door knocking ...

Fishermen’s Memorial Service  The National Day of Mourning approaching. It is a special time for us to reflect on those we have lost. On Tuesday, the Fishermen’s Memorial Service will ...

Two local websites in top 10 in largest Web diectory  Under the category "...Richmond>Travel and Tourism" on the Web's largest human-edited directory, DMOZ The Open Directory, now features two Steveston sites ...

John Yap, MLA call for volunteers  With only 25 days to go until the May 12th provincial election I am now in full campaign mode! I have been keeping busy going door knocking everyday and ...

Everything Old is Groovy Again, states Auntie Em  The media is awash with reports on green this, eco that, sustainability, etc. And, it's about time, IMHO. We can all do our part and one local entrepreneur,...

Family Seeks Help in Finding Pet  BRODIE HAS BEEN FOUND, THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE. Steveston resident, Eileen Stirrat, seeks your assistance in finding her beloved family pet, Brodie....

Cannery Store opens this week  The Cannery’s 2009 season doesn’t officially begin until our opening on Saturday, May 2nd. However, starting this Wednesday, April 8, the Cannery Store ...

First Nations' Mask Watches Over Ocean Odyssey  Steveston docks are famous for selling their fish to locals and tourists alike but, local photographer and award winning B&B owner, Dave Kemp, managed ...

Gudrun Wins Another Award  Gudrun Tasting Room is on a winning streak. This time around, Gudrun has bellied up to the bar (pun intended) for the Georgia Straight's Golden Plate Award ...

The Nikkei Fishermen’s Reunion Project Committee Launches Their New Book  Celebrate with The Nikkei Fishermen's Reunion Project Committee as they launch their new book,  Spirit of the Nikkei Fleet: BC's Japanese Canadian Fisherman ...

Gudrun Wins Playhouse Wine Festival Award  The 2009 Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival has announced the winners of its seven trade competitions. Winners were honored at the 6th Annual ...

Artisans' Galleria Hosts 3rd Annual Out of the Woodwork Exhibition  The Community Arts Council of Richmond is pleased to present the 3rd Annual Out of the Woodwork Exhibition, which will be held at the ARTISANS’ GALLERIA ...

Stroller Strides Hosting Benefit for Heart and Stroke Foundation  Stroller Strides is hosting a benefit one-hour class with part proceeds of registration fees going to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. The class will be ...

Meow + Bark Avenue presents Hot Dog Days  Meow + Bark Avenue presents Hot Dog Days as a thank you to Steveston/Richmond on our 1-year anniversary, April 4th 12:00 – 2:00 pm. Free hot dogs will ...

Blue Canoe Launches Showcase Steveston  The first annual Showcase Steveston event brings together the best that Steveston has to offer to the Blue Canoe Waterfront Restuarant. Working with some ...

The Point Restaurant presents Tapas Night  The Point Restaurant & Tapas and Red Rooster winery invite you to attend Tapas Night. A combination of four great wines from Red Rooster winery all paired ...

Annual Easter Egg Event Happens in Steveston Village  Children of all ages are invited to participate in this annual event held in the historic fishing village of Steveston. The participating merchants will ...

Join John Yap, MLA for Steveston Village Social  On May 12, 2009 British Columbians will head to the polls to vote in the next provincial election, and never before has it meant so much to the future ...

Join H2O Hair and Nail in supporting Wigs for Kids  Join Marlene and the gang at H2O Hair & Nail, in helping these young children who are in need of custom designed wigs. They don't choose to get cancer ...

Tapenade Celebrates Sixth Year  Tapenade's sixth-year anniversary continues! Plan to come in for a special menu at a very special price in March. Great value for a delicious Tapenade ...

36th Steveston International Invitational Karate Tournament  Only two weeks after the Steveston Judo Tournament is the 36th Steveston International Invitational Karate Tournament. There will be cash prizes for contestants ...

Guess How many Treats in the Jar for Grand Prize at Meow + Bark Avenue  Meow + Bark Avenue presents, Guess How many Treats in the Jar , for a Grand Prize of A Portrait of your Pet on Canvas painted by local artist, Ceci Lam....

Earn points by reserving online with Papi's and Blue Canoe  Two Steveston restaurants, Papi's Ristorante Italiano and Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant , have signed as restaurant members of OpenTable so you can ...

Steveston Non-profits Recognized  A number of non-profit organizations in Richmond were recognized in the Legislature this week. Richmond-Steveston MLA John Yap rose in the Legislature ...

The 2009 Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market to open May 24  The 2009 Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market will open Sunday, May 24 and operate alternate Sundays until October 11. Note that the Market will be open ...

Thanks for your generosity  The recent fundraiser on Valentine’s Day for the RAPS (Richmond Animal Prevention Society) raised over 100 lbs of treats with cash donations of $54.00....

The Spotted Frog Furniture Co. Launches Spring Line  The Spotted Frog’s spring line is inspired by a bright, fresh and flirty color palette designed to bring the outdoors in. Represented by classic and timeless ...

Sardine Update February 17, 2009  Due to overwhelming response, we will be back for one more weekend. The "Ocean Venture" will be selling frozen sardines at the Steveston fish dock February ...

The Community Arts Council Of Richmond and Artisan's Galleria present Student Art Exhibition  The Community Arts Council Of Richmond and Artisan's Galleria present the 2009 Juried Student Art Exhibition, featuring new work from students in grades ...

Our MLA opens new campaign office in Steveston  With the provincial election fast approaching, John Yap, MLA is pleased to announce that his new campaign office is now open at 3866 Bayview Street, Unit ...

Judo Tournament to be Held in Steveston  The Steveston Judo Club cordially invites Judoka to participate in their 24th annual Pacific International Senior Invitational Judo Tournament. This year ...

Sardine Update February 11, 2009  The weekend weather forecast is for sunshine come down to the Steveston fish dock. The "Ocean Venture" will be selling frozen sardines February 14 & 15 ...

The Spotted Frog Furniture Company Picks PR Firm Ethos 360  Recognizing that the new challenges in the current economic environment require more effective public and media relations, The Spotted Frog retained the ...

Steveston iVillage introduces direct link to SHA Catch of the Day data  Whenever you see the handy dandy Catch of the Day button above, just click to find out what's for sale at the Public Fish Sales Float at Fisherman'...

Steveston Harbour Authority honored with the Environmental Stewardship Award  At the 12th annual Harbour Authority Association of British Columbia (HAABC) Conference that took place in Comox January 28 - 30, 2009, Small Craft Harbours ...

Add some sizzle to your Valentine's Day  Valentine's Day will soon be here and thoughts turn to love, at least they had better or you're in trouble. February 14, Valentine's Day, is the day for ...

Show some HEART for fundraiser to benefit the R.A.P.S.  Meow +Bark Avenue, #150 - 12240 2nd Avenue in Steveston, is once again hosting a fundraiser. This one, called "Paws for Heart"  is to benefit the Richmond ...

Open houses for Canada Line bus changes  Translink is holding two Richmond open houses this upcoming weekend to discuss Canada Line bus route changes. Come on out: they want your feedback on what ...

Papi's Ristorante Italiano presents its 2009 Cooking Series  Steveston's Papi's Ristorante Italiano presents its 2009 Cooking Series, beginning Saturday, Feb. 7 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This is your opportunity ...

Sardine update January 26, 2009  Once again back by popular demand. Sardines will be available this weekend January 31 & February 1 (starting at 8 am). The "Ocean Venture" will be selling ...

Local B&B honored with award at last night's 2009 Service Awards Ceremony Celebration  Picture Perfect Bed and Breakfast took another award last night at the 2009 Service Awards Ceremony Celebration held at Gateway Theatre. Dave and Leslie ...

Tomekichi Homma: The Story of a Canadian  "This is the story of one remarkable man, Tomekichi Homma, and how his journey led him to become a significant Japanese Canadian pioneer." A gentle and ...

Sardine Update January 22, 2009  Once again and quite possibiliy for the last time this season. Sardines will be available this weekend January 24 & 25 (starting at 8 am). The "Ocean Venture"...

Shady Island Seafood Bar & Grill again in Dine Out Vancouver  Shady Island Seafood Bar & Grill is an official participant in Dine Out Vancouver 2009 for the second year in a row. As members of Tourism Vancouver, we ...

Dine Out Vancouver featuring two local restaurants this year  The Point Restaurant & Tapas and Yokohama Teppanyaki Japanese Restaurant in Steveston join over 180 area restaurants during the Tourism Vancouver's Dine ...

Volunteer openings at Treasure Cottage Thrift Shop  Volunteer openings at Treasure Cottage Thrift Shop, located at 3800 Moncton Street in the charming village of Steveston. Proceeds of the sale of donated ...

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