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Welcome to Richmond, where you can go from a bustling, urban street full of 50

restaurants to a farm in 20 minutes.Richmond was founded by farmers and agriculture still

plays a big role. Richmond’s largest crop is the cranberry and the � ooded red � elds make for a pretty sight in the fall.

Located on islands in the Fraser River, maritime life still plays a big role in Richmond. Steveston, once home to numerous salmon canneries, still hosts a � shing � eet. Much of Richmond is below sea level and is protected by dikes.

Richmond has a developing downtown core, including some striking architecture. Notable buildings include the Richmond Olympic Oval (a 2010 Winter Olympic venue), Richmond City Hall and Aberdeen Centre. Richmond is also home to a diverse range of Chinese restaurants. You would have to travel to the four corners of China to � nd a comparable selection.

Richmond residents are known for their diversity and longevity—almost 60 per cent of residents are of Asian descent while the population has the longest life expectancy in Canada. Over the years, Richmond has become a second home to people from Hong Kong and China, Japan, India, the Philippines, Holland, Scotland and Ukraine, among others.

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Welcome to Richmond.....................................................3Steveston ..............................................................................7Steveston Attractions.........................................................9Salmon Festival ..................................................................11Gulf of Georgia Cannery ..................................................12London Farm ......................................................................13Britannia Shipyard .............................................................14Food .....................................................................................16Pubs & Clubs ......................................................................22Map ......................................................................................24Richmond Olympic Oval..................................................26Recreation............................................................................28Golf Courses .......................................................................30Richmond Nature Park .....................................................32Trails.....................................................................................34Ships to Shore..... ................................................................35Minoru Park .......................................................................36Cultural Centre ..................................................................38Doors Open ........................................................................39Gateway � eatre.................................................................40Shopping .............................................................................42YVR ......................................................................................43Canada Line ........................................................................44Highway to Heaven ...........................................................45

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The Village of Steveston is home to history, scenic strolls, quaint mom and pop shops, � sh and chips, and

fresh � sh.Located at the southwest corner of

Richmond, the historical � shing village of Steveston is noted for its heritage buildings, including the old bank building that now houses the Steveston Museum.

In the early 1900s, Steveston became known as Salmonopolis. � e canneries slowly declined over the years with B.C. Packers closing in the 1990s.

One sign of Steveston’s cannery heritage remains: the Gulf of Georgia Cannery, a national historical site � lled with artifacts and exhibits of Steveston’s canning days.

Nowadays, Steveston retains some village charm with its collection of small shops, old buildings and waterfront activity. � ere are many unique shopping opportunities as shoppers can browse for books, � ip through record racks or get set up for Japanese tea.

At Fisherman’s Wharf, � shing boats o� er up a fresh catch. While the working canneries are gone, Steveston Harbour serves as a reminder that the � shing industry is still very

much alive. You can buy fresh � sh right o� the boat.

� ere are many waterfront strolls, including Garry Point Park, with its panoramic views of Georgia Strait and the Gulf Islands.

If you’re simply looking to cool o� , check out the Steveston Water Park when the weather is warm, located beside Steveston Community Centre at No. 1 and Moncton roads.

Acres of green grass o� er a quiet refuge at the expansive Steveston Community Park, on Moncton Street, where you can catch the odd so� ball game or volleyball tournament.

Public � shing piers abound in Richmond, including one at London’s Landing, at the south foot of No. 2 Road in Steveston, and another a little further east, at the foot of No. 3 Road.

A unique feature is the Steveston scramble at the intersection of Moncton and No. 1 Road. When its pedestrians turns to walk, the scramble allows them to walk in any direction at the intersection, including diagonally. A half-century ago, pedestrian scramble intersections could be found in Vancouver, but Richmond is now the only city in B.C. boasting one.

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Garry Point Park.Martin van den Hemel photo

The Village of Steveston is home to quaint

shops, restaurants and heritage buildings. Many of Richmond’s major attractions are located in Steveston.

Garry Point Park is a large park located in the southwest corner of Steveston. It features walking trails, spectacular

views and small beaches. � anks to its maritime location, it’s a great place to � y a kite. Nearby is the West Dike Trail, which stretches north to Terra Nova and o� ers great views of the Strait of Georgia.

� e Steveston Museum and Post O� ce and Tourism Richmond Visitor Centre

(3811 Moncton St.) was originally a bank in 1905 but is now kept in its original state to give visitors an inside look at where residents would go to do business. Inside there is a general store exhibit, a working post o� ce and upstairs the preserved living quarters for bank sta� . For more information, call 604-271-6868.

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Steveston Museum.

� e Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market features 50 vendors o� ering fresh local produce, healthy foods, � owers, plants, and unique works by local artisans. � e market moves outdoors on Sunday, May 19 and operates bi-weekly (except Salmon

Festival weekend) until Sept. 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. � is year’s dates are May 19; June 2, 16; July 7, 21; Aug. 4, 18; and Sept. 1, 15, 29. It’s located in the parking lot by the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site (corner Chatham Street and Fourth Avenue). In winter months, it’s inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery.

Info: www.sfam.ca

Steveston Eco Tours. A marine eco tour from Steveston Harbour is a great way to view the historic waterfront, Fraser River Estuary and Gulf Islands. Steveston Ecotours o� ers custom small group tours, including the Steveston Sea Lion Safari. Tours depart from Imperial Landing dock. 604-377-5964. www.stevestonecotours.com.

Whale watching. Steveston Harbour is the departure point to watching killer whales in the wild. � e season runs from April to October. Several companies have tours, including:

•Vancouver Whale Watch o� ers zodiac tours to the Gulf Islands to see orcas.120-12240 Second Ave., Steveston, 604-274-9565, www.vancouver whalewatch.com;

•Steveston Seabreeze Adventures o� ers whale watching trips on covered vessels. 43-12551 No. 1 Rd., Steveston, 604-272-7200, www.seabreezeadventures.ca.

� e Steveston Museum and Post O� ce (3811 Moncton St.) was originally a bank in 1905 but is now kept in its original state to give visitors an inside look at where residents would go to do business. Inside there is a general store exhibit, a working post o� ce and upstairs the preserved living quarters for bank sta� . It also hosts a Tourism Richmond information centre. For more information, call 604-271-6868.

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Canada’s biggest non-pro� t birthday party hits the streets of Steveston this July 1.

Featuring a parade, salmon on the barbecue, and more to see and do than you can possibly squeeze into a day, the Steveston Salmon Festival returns to Steveston for the 68th year on Canada Day this July 1.

� e children’s bike parade warms up the crowd at 9:30 a.m. At 10 a.m., the big parade starts with a non-stop procession of � oats, vintage cars and marching bands that will keep the crowd cheering and Canadian � ags waving.

� ose who come to the Salmon Festival with only one thing on their mind—the salmon—won’t be disappointed. More than 1,400 pounds of fresh, wild spring salmon is slated for the grill. � at adds up to thousands of servings, but don’t expect the popular taste attraction to last long. � e grill � res up at 11 a.m. and lunch is served up until the salmon is gone.

Another highlight is the Japanese cultural

demonstrations at the Japanese Cultural Centre ranging from martial arts to � oral display and more.

� ere are also musical performances, a � ower and garden show and a children’s festival.

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Unique Marine EcoToursExplore the Steveston Harbour, Fraser River Estuary and the Gulf Islands

Special Steveston EcoTours each season!Take a Steveston Sea Lion Safari in April and May!

To receive further information or to book a tour, Email us at: [email protected] or Call 604-377-5964

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gulf of georgia cannery

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery is a national historic site that commemorates the � shing industry.

� e Steveston site has been used as a cannery, reduction plant, and net lo� .

� e cannery was built in 1894 and various additions and buildings were added up until 1964.

� e complex includes the main cannery building, icehouse, vitamin oil shed, drum

storage shed, watchman’s house and lead foundry. � ere are exhibits and a gi� shop. Its artifact collection totals 10,000 items relating mostly to salmon, herring and halibut � sheries.

� e cannery is operated by the non-pro� t Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society.

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London Heritage Farm is home to the 1880s-built London farmhouse, which has been

fully restored.London farmhouse was built by

Charles E. London in 1888. London and his brother came to B.C. from Ontario and purchased acreage along the South Arm of the Fraser River. � e area became known as London’s Landing when he built a wharf there.

� e house is open to the public with entrance by donation and features six rooms, including a country-style tea room which serves “London Lady”—London Farm’s own blend of tea—and homemade scones. Jams, jellies, dried � owers and cra� s are for sale in the gi� shop. In the site’s park-like setting there is are also heritage and herb gardens, old farming equipment, a small hand tool museum, chickens, bees, allotments and large lawns as well as picnic tables.

Open for tea and tours on weekends from noon to 5 p.m. In July and August, it’s open from noon to 5 p.m. every day except Mondays and Tuesdays.

•6511 Dyke Rd., 604-271-5220, www.londonheritagefarm.ca.

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A lovely 1890’s farmhouse situated on 4 acres overlooking the Fraser

River. Enjoy the lovely flower gardens and park.

The fully furnished and restored house is open to the public to tour

and features a heritage style gift shop and tea room.

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britannia heritage shipyard

Restored residences at the shipyard.Martin van den Hemel photo

The Britannia Heritage Shipyard preserves Richmond’s maritime history through the restoration and

preservation of a variety of buildings and boats, from the shipyard, to the cannery, to the Murakami House, the home of a Japanese-Canadian family in the 1930s and ’40s.

The Silver Ann, a 33-foot gillnetter, was the last boat built when the site was a working shipyard and has been restored at Britannia. Restoration continues on the Merrilee II, “a charming 1950s pleasure craft.”

Located along the Steveston Channel of the south arm of the Fraser River, the site is a collection of historic buildings, many built in the 1880s. The buildings feature many historical displays. It was originally home to a cannery and then a shipyard.

The shipyard is located by the south end of Railway Avenue. It can be easily accessed from Steveston by foot—just follow the scenic boardwalk east of the village; it’s about a 10-minute walk.

Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from May 2 to Sept. 30. Open Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. October to April. Britannia Heritage Shipyard, 5180 Westwater Dr., 604-718-8050, www.britannia-hss.ca

Richmond Maritime Festival

An annual highlight at the Britannia Shipyard is the Richmond Maritime

Festival.� is year’s festival, the 10th

annual, is Aug. 5, 6 and 7. It runs noon to 5 p.m. the � rst day and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the following two days.

� e family-friendly event features knot tying, rope making, model boat building, and net mending. � ere is live entertainment (sea songs and shanties), hands-on demonstrations and a � oating exhibition of boats for your viewing pleasure. Many boats will be at the docks of the shipyard, including a 1930s rumrunner, historic � shing boats and classic power and sail boats. An exciting mix of other vessels are expected to arrive.


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It would take a lot of trekking to taste the food from the four

corners of China. Except in Richmond.

Home to the second largest Asian community in North America, Richmond has more than 500 Asian restaurants and more opening every day.

Quality is high and fare ranges from the traditional to the modern. In most western cities, there’s typically one type of Chinese restaurant, but in Richmond there are restaurants specific to the four different corners of China and other Asian countries.

Northern food became known as Beijing dishes and uses wheat flour to make dumplings, stuffed

breads, noodles, and steamed buns.

The Southern food, known as Cantonese, is vital to Chinese food with lots of rice, dainty light food, and a love of condiments such as Hoisin sauce and plum sauce.

Dim sum originated in Southern China and means

“little dishes.” These tasty dishes generally come in bamboo steamers.

Western food is known as Sichuan (Szechuan), the place for flavour and home of hot and spicy Kung Pao.

Eastern food or Shanghai dishes uses lots of seafood in a variety of sweet, salty, sour, and fragrant.

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A tasty dish from Continental Seafood Restaurant.Martin van den Hemel photo

Logan Bohonos got all cute and cuddly with Santa Claus at Lansdowne Centre shopping mall, where locals gather at the popular food court for lunch and dinner, and for community, cultural and festive events that are held throughout the year. Martin van den Hemel photo


One place to sample a lot of di� erent Chinese food varieties in a hurry is the food court located on the second � oor of Richmond Public Market (8260 Westminster Hwy.). It features dozens of styles and restaurants.

Taiwanese food requires lots of preparation. Marinated � rst, it is precooked, stir-fried and then deep-fried, using spice to give di� erent � avours in one dish.

Alexandra Road, known uno� cially as “Food Street,” serves up more than 50 restaurants within a two-block radius.

Some of Richmond’s earliest settlers were Japanese. � ere are many sushi restaurants in Richmond ranging from the all you can eat variety to more traditional fare.

Vietnamese restaurants are also both plentiful and popular, with noodle soup (pho) being the signature dish. It’s a steaming bowl of rice noodles served with meat (o� en thinly cut raw beef, which cooks in the soup) and a plate of condiments such as bean sprouts, � ai basil and lime to � avour the soup.

Speaking of � ai basil, the cuisine of that country is increasingly popular among diners. And there’s Indian and Korean eateries as well.

If your taste buds don’t like to leave the continent, don’t worry: major Canadian chain restaurants are well-represented in Richmond. And Mediterranean food, whether it’s Greek or Italian, is never in short supply either.

Most hotels have restaurants, some of which serve some impressive brunches and lunches.

Steveston is another popular restaurant destination. In the � shing village you can � nd anything from sandwich shops to seafood restaurants to � ne dining. But it’s � sh and chips that Steveston has the most of, ranging from eat-in locations to takeout spots.

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A great source for places to eat in Richmond is www.365daysofdining.com.

In 2012, Tourism Richmond put out the call for a food blogger to dine at and write about one food establishment a day for 365 days. Lindsay Anderson, a Vancouver food blogger, has been writing about local restaurants daily since June 2012.

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Looking for restaurant recommendations. � en ask our readers.

Every year the Richmond Review conducts a Best of Richmond poll, where readers select their favourites in Richmond, including their best places to eat. Below is a list of Best of Richmond winners from the past two years.

Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant. � is restaurant is perched right on the water, featuring one of the best views in Steveston. 140 - 3866 Bayview St., www.bluecanoerestaurant.com

Gudrun Tasting Room. Not easy to � nd, but de� nitely not worth missing, Gudrun brings a downtown style to Steveston Village. Nestled in a courtyard o� of Moncton, Gudrun features sumptuous cheese and charcuterie plates. 3500 Moncton St., gudrun.ca

Tapenade Bistro. A

Steveston favourite, dependable Tapenade features a Mediterranean inspired menu. 3711 Bayview St., www.tapenade.ca

Pajo’s Fish & Chips. A Steveston favourite with two locations, one on a wharf in Steveston Harbour; the other in Garry Point Park. Go early, as both locations get very busy, particularly in the summer. 3500 Bayview St. and Garry Point Park, www.pajos.com

Kisamos Greek Taverna. � is Steveston restaurant is noted for its generous roast lamb dinner. 3420 Moncton St.

Kirin Seafood Restaurant. A favourite for dim sum and seafood dishes. 7900 Westminster Hwy., www.kirinrestaurants.com

Hog Shack Cook House. Steveston restaurant with a nice beer selection and a great place to watch the game. 160-3900 Bayview St., www.hogshack.ca.

Chop. Elegant lounge and restaurant with a downtown atmosphere. 10251 St. Edwards Dr., www.chop.ca

O’Hares Pub. Tasty pub grub, including great pies and a � ne selection of cra� beer. 5031 Steveston Hwy., www.ohares.ca

Steveston Pizza Co. Imaginative pizzas. 3400 Moncton St., www.stevestonpizza.com.

Pho Lan. Richmond’s oldest Vietnamese restaurant is a big favourite with the lunch crowd. 6950 No. 3 Rd.

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Pho Hoa. Vietnamese noodle soup and other favourites. 180-8500 Alexandra Rd., www.phohoa.com

Steveston Seafood House. Steveston favourite located right on the waterfront. 3951 Moncton St., www.stevestonseafoodhouse.com.

Tropika. Tasty southeast Asian cuisine. 1830-4400 Hazelbridge Way www.tropika-canada.com

Seto Japanese Restaurant, Authentic Japaenese cuisine. 8460 Alexandra Rd., setosushi.ca

Flying Beaver. Great pub lcoated right on the Fraser River. 4760 Inglis Dr., www.markjamesgroup.com/� yingbeaver.html

#9 Restaurant. Open all ngiht. 812-5300 No. 3 Rd., www.richmond9.com

Fogg N’ Suds. Great selection of beer from all around the world. 10720 Cambie Rd., www.foggnsuds com

Paesano’s Restaurant. Italian food restaurant located in Steveston. 250-12240 Second Ave., paesanos.ca

Danny’s Wun Tun Restaurant. Richmond’s oldest Chinese food spot. 11666 Steveston Hwy.

Richmond Sushi. A favourite all-you-can eat restaurant. 1488-8388 Capstan Way

Diplomat Bakery. 6111 London Rd., www.diplomatbakery.com

Tandoori Kona. Delicious Indian food. 170-11700 Cambie Rd., www.tandoorikona.blogspot.ca

Continental Seafood Restaurant. Chinese restaurant known for its banquets, dim sum and seafood. 11700 Cambie Rd.

Richmond Centre Dining Terrace. Mall replaced its food court with a posh dining terrace. 6551 No. 3 Rd., www.richmondcentre.com

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Night markets have been a tradition in Richmond for

nearly a decade, drawing hundreds of thousands of people to the city each year.

The original Richmond Night Market returns for a second year to its latest location, next to River Rock Casino Resort and the Bridgeport Canada Line station.

The night market features 250 booths offering cool merchandise and 80 vendors serving mouth-watering food and desserts. Organized by Target Event Production. Fridays & Saturdays, 7 p.m. to midnight; Sundays, 6 to 11 p.m. May 17 to Oct. 14, 2012. www.richmondnightmarket.com

� e Summer Night Market, organized by Lions Communications, is scheduled to return May 10 and runs to Sept. 15. � e Lions Communications’ event will be held at 12631 Vulcan

Way, behind Home Depot on Bridgeport Road. Hours are 7 p.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays and 7 to 11 p.m. on Sunday and holidays. Info: 604-278-8000. www.summernightmarket.com

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Here’s a selection of some of the pubs and clubs around Richmond:

Tugboat Annie’s Pub: 100-6911 Graybar Rd., 604-270-0364. Sit and watch eagles chase seagulls across the Fraser.

Pumphouse Pub: 6031 Blundell Rd., 604-274-7424. Originally built by � remen for � remen, this is a classic bar with big beer selection on tap.

Flying Beaver Pub: 4760 Inglis Dr., 604.273.0278. O� ers great views of Harbour Air seaplanes on the Middle Arm of the Fraser River.

Jetside Bar: 3111 Grant McConachie Way, 604-207-5200. A popular lounge at the airport, inside the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel.

eSpot Billiards and Arcade: 7951 Alderbridge Way, 604-232-9963. � e latest games and good beverage selection, including bubble tea.

O’Hare’s Gastropub: 5031 Steveston Hwy., 604-277-2305. An institution for locals in Steveston and South Richmond.

J Malone’s Bar & Grill: 9031 Blundell Rd., 604-270-8805. Serving up great food and good cheer for over 20 years.

Ceili’s Irish Pub: 7311 Westminster Hwy., 604-270-2266. Wide selection of beers from around the world, live entertainment and comfort food .

Pioneer Pub: 10111 No. 3 Rd., 604-271-6611. Old English bar in the Broadmoor area.

Sportstown Tavern: 4991 No 5 Rd., 604-273-7366. A great place watch the big game.

Legends Pub: 6511 Buswell St., 604-276-2343. Big River Brew Pub: 14200 Entertainment

Blvd., 604-271-2739. Big River features dishes prepared in open kitchen. Cra� brewed ales and lagers.

Buck & Ear Bar & Grill: 12111 3 Ave., 604-277-9511. Inside Steveston Hotel, dress code is casual and every weekend boasts the best in live music.

Fogg N’ Suds: 10720 Cambie Rd., 604-273-0776. Pub-style food with lots of international beers.

Shark Club: 10253 St. Edwards Dr., 604-276-2609. It’s a great place to watch the game.

Kingswood Arms Pub: 9371 No. 5 Rd., 604-272-3742. Newly rebuilt, pub boasts great food and plenty of TVs.

Bobby G’s Pub: 9260 Bridgeport Rd., 604-270-7576. Located inside the Best Western Abercorn Inn Hotel, featuring pub food favourites.

Big River Brew Pub: 180-14200 Entertainment Blvd., 604-271-2739. O� ers a variety of beers and menu items in the heart of Riverport.

Wet Restaurant & Lounge: 165-8460 Alexandra Rd., 604-233-6969. Lounge o� ers variety of Asian tapas and a selection of martinis.

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City of Richmond ......................................................2Richmond School Board ...........................................3Lynda Terborg ............................................................4City of Richmond Aquatics .......................................5Vancouver Whale Watching ......................................8Steveston Tattoo .........................................................8Steveston Landing .....................................................9� e Beatmerchant ....................................................10Sinfully the Best .......................................................10Steveston EcoTours ..................................................11Gulf of Georgia ........................................................12London Heritage Farm ............................................13Blundell Centre ........................................................15Continental Restaurant ...........................................17Auto West BMW ......................................................19Roundtable Pizza .....................................................20RCMP .......................................................................21Aberdeen Centre ......................................................23Parker Place .............................................................27Richmond MLAs .....................................................27Cartwheels ...............................................................29Great West Pools & Spa ...........................................306 Pack Indoor Beach ................................................31Chop Steakhouse .....................................................33Tourism Richmond .................................................35Nurse Next Door......................................................37Jody Copple ..............................................................41Caesars Bar & Grill ..................................................43� e Fowl Farmer ......................................................46Steveston Community Centre .................................47Richmond Go Karts ................................................48

City of Richmond604-276-4000, www.richmond.caTourism Richmond 604-821-5474, www.tourismrichmond.comRichmond Chamber of Commerce604-278-2822, www.richmondchamber.ca

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One of the stars of the 2010 Winter Olympics, the Richmond Olympic Oval is now a community

recreational facility, a place where elite athletes train and a host to tournaments and other events.

Home to long track speed skating events in the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, the venue has won multiple design awards and lies in a park-like setting along the Fraser River’s Middle Arm.

One of the facility’s biggest draws is its 23,000-square-foot � tness centre, o� ering stunning views of the North Shore mountains and river.

Over 100 pieces of strength and cardio equipment overlook the activity � oor, which boasts two Olympic-sized ice rinks and multiple courts for badminton, volleyball, basketball, indoor soccer and table tennis.

A � ve-lane 200-metre running track and 110 metre sprint track are also popular—and is host to the annual Harry Jerome Indoor Classic track meet.

Inside the oval, guests will also � nd an indoor rowing and paddling centre, climbing wall and multiple � tness studios. Personal training services and sports camps for kids are also available.

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� e climbing wall at the Richmond Olympic Oval.Rob Newell photo

Visitors keen to explore the Olympic venue are welcome to stop in for a tour. Both private and public tours are available.

� e oval plays host to many events throughout the year. Here are some of the notable ones that have been announced:

•2013 Canadian National Powerlift ing and Benchpress Championships (March 19 to 23): Th is premier event in Canadian

powerlift ing will bring the strongest athletes to Richmond;

•Vancouver Men’s Epee Grand Prix (March 23 to 24): Fencing competition will draw world’s best to compete against Canada’s own;

•2013 National Judo Championships (July 4 to 7): Judo B.C. will host some of the top judo competitors.

6111 River Rd ., www.richmondoval.ca


� e oval hosts many big events, including February’s Richmond Celebrates Hockey Day.Jennifer Strang/City of Richmond photo

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Skating, swimming, go-karting—Richmond has a host of recreational opportunities..

Minoru Park. Located in Richmond’s City Centre, the park is home to sports � elds, Minoru Arenas, Richmond Cultural Centre, Minoru Chapel, Clement Track, Minoru Place Activity Centre for seniors and Minoru Aquatic Centre. � e north end of the park has a small lake and walking paths.

Clement Track. Richmond’s only outdoor track o� ers eight lanes for runners, joggers and walkers. Open year round the park is situated within Minoru Park, located o� Granville between Gilbert Road and Minoru Boulevard.

Watermania. Richmond’s largest indoor swimming pool has something for everyone, including two indoor water-slides and a wave pool � lled with various � oating toys. 14300 Entertainment Blvd. 604-448-5353. www.richmond.ca.

Minoru Aquatic Centre. With three indoor pools and two hot tubs the facility o� ers a relaxed atmosphere. 7560 Minoru Gate. 604-718-8020. www.richmond.ca/parksrec/pools/minoru.htm

Richmond Ice Centre. With six rinks the Richmond Ice Centre always has something going on. 14140 Triangle Rd. 604-448-5366. www.richmond.ca/parksrec/arenas/about.htm.

� e Zone Bowling Alley. Located within the Riverport Sport and Entertainment Complex the Zone o� ers both � ve and 10 pin bowling lanes. 150-14200 Entertainment Blvd. 604-271-

2695. www.zbowl.com.6Pack Beach. Western Canada’s only indoor

beach volleyball facility. 115-13180 Mitchell Rd. 6packbeach.com.

Minoru Arenas. Minoru has two ice rinks and o� ers several drop in programs. It’s the home rink for the Junior B Richmond Sockeyes. 7551 Minoru Gate. 604-718-8465. www.richmond.ca/parksrec/arenas/about.htm.

Richmond Go-Kart Track. Featuring a half-mile outdoor track complete with curves and straightaways the Richmond Go-Kart Track is the perfect place to spend a sunny day. 6631 Sidaway Rd. 604-278-6184. www.richmondgokarts.com/contact.html

TBC Indoor Race Track. Open seven days a week, TBC o� ers a challenging indoor track. 2100 Viceroy Pl. 604-232-9196. www.tbcir.ca

Khas Badminton Centre, 170-2351 No. 6 Rd., has 18 badminton courts and bills itself as the largest badminton centre in North Amer-ica. 604-278-3233. www.khasbadminton.com Richmond Pro Badminton Centre, 5700

Minoru Blvd., claims to be the largest private badminton facility, with 15 professional courts. Open to the public seven days per week. 604-231-0999. www. richmondprobad-minton.com ClearOne Badminton Centre, 138-4551 No. 3 Rd. Opened by three-time Canadian champion Darryl Yung in 2003. 604-231-8281. A second location is at 100-4351 No. 3 Rd. 604-278-0221. www.clearonebadminton.com

recreation Badminton.Martin van den Hemel photo

Located in the northwest corner of Richmond, Terra Nova Rural Park

is a 63-acre natural park.� e park is great for viewing

birds and other wildlife and there are boardwalks and viewing platforms available.

� e adjacent Terra Nova Natural Area is 35 acres of old � eld grassland habitat with a perimeter trail and wildlife viewing platforms.

� e Park is also home to the Richmond Sharing Farm (2631 Westminster Hwy.), which produces more than 33,000 kilograms of food on a three-acre farm in the park, which is also home to a well-established community garden program. � e Terra Nova Schoolyard Society has used the park to

teach thousands of young students about growing and harvesting food.

� e Sharing Farm hosts two annual festivals: the Garlic Festival, scheduled for Aug.

25 this year, and October’s Applepalooza. Various workshops are held through the year.

See www.sharingfarm.ca for more information.

Garlic Festival.Amanda Oye photo


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There’s a multitude of places in Richmond for all levels of

golfers to test their skills, from beginners trying the sport for the � rst time, to experts seeking a challenge.

For those new to the game there’s these public courses:•West Richmond Pitch

& Putt Golf Course, 9751 Pendleton Rd., 604-271-7333. Open daily from 9 a.m. to dusk, this course in the heart of a residential neighbourhood isn’t open during inclement weather. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult on this short course that normally requires little more than a pitching wedge and a putter.•Country Meadows Golf

Course, 8482 No. 6 Rd., 604-241-4653. � is picturesque executive-length golf course is suited perfectly for those seeking a challenge without needing to devote half the day.•Mylora Golf Course,

9550 No. 5 Rd., 604-271-5626. O� ering two di� erent courses bisected

by Highway 99, Mylora is an executive course. Mylora West is accessible via No. 5 Road while Mylora East’s clubhouse is accessed via Sidaway Road.

Golfers wanting a challenge can check out these public courses:•Mayfair Lakes Golf &

Country Club, 5460 No. 7 Rd., 604-276-0585. Golfers can take in the views of the North Shore Mountains while avoiding the plentiful water hazards at the aptly named 6,641-yard course.•Greenacres Golf Course,

5040 No. 6 Rd., 604-273-1121.

With a reputation for quality and excellence, Greenacres is a 5,787- yard course now owned by one of the most prestigious private golf clubs in Canada, Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club.

No time for a round, but still want to get rid of the rust? Try the local driving ranges, which also o� er lessons:•Savage Creek Golf

Course and Driving Range, 7388 No. 6 Rd., 604-278-7500.•Richmond Driving

Range, 4880 No. 6 Rd., 604-278-1101.


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Not far from the hustle and bustle of downtown Richmond is a place that seems lost in time and is an idyllic

and serene spot for outdoor photographers.Nestled in south Richmond, at Finn and No.

4 roads, Finn Slough has managed to stave o� development. � e waterfront settlement was created by Finnish families who � rst came to Lulu Island in the early 1890s.

Shacks now rest in the spot where the Finnish community � rst settled alongside Woodward Slough because of the easy river access.

When that slough was dammed in 1905 for farmland drainage, the Finnish settlers moved their boats and homes to Finn Slough.

Some 50 people call the area home today, living in old wooden homes—some a century old—perched on stilts on the banks of the slough.

� e waterside community is a photographer’s dream, but has broader appeal for walkers, cyclists and tourists.

� ough some people have lived in the area since the turn of the century, their rights to stay there haven’t been acknowledged by the courts. � eir “properties” don’t fall under the municipal mandate for services and taxes, and the water lots belong to the province.

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Richmond Nature Park is a sanctuary of

winding trails amongst 200 acres of raised peat bog habitat. Here, one can experience nature with wooded forests, soft bogs and a pond.

Bogs used to cover much of Richmond and the nature park is a preserved example of the unique ecosystem.

There are four walking trails totalling seven kilometres, including an elevated boardwalk, which is wheelchair accessible and surrounds the pond. There is also the Quaking Trail, a bouncy trail which lives up to its name.

The park is also home to the Nature House which provides several different and fun ways to learn about animals and their habitats including games, activities and helpful staff. Glass tanks give children and adults a chance to watch small creatures such as frogs and lizards in their habitats. The house has a small gift shop.

The Nature Park hosts numerous events throughout the year, including a cranberry sale, a llama walk and an exotic reptile show.

Richmond Nature Park is open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset. Admission is free.

Richmond Nature Park: 11851 Westminster Hwy., 604-718-6188, www.richmond.ca/parksrec/ptc/naturepark/about.htm.

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Richmond Nature Park is a great place to bird watch.Amanda Oye photo


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Richmond’s myriad of trails and dikes o� er a little

something for everyone of all skills and sizes.

Die-hard mountain bikers may not work up much of a sweat with the snaking system of trails that are long on length but short on climbs. But they’ll be too distracted to notice thanks to the breath-taking views of the Georgia Strait, Gulf Islands and setting summer sun.

With more than 40 kilometres of trails, Richmond is a haven for tourists and area residents who eagerly strap on their helmets and unload their mountain bikes to cycle.

From the six-kilometre trek along the South Dyke in Steveston, which takes about 20 minutes, to the more challenging three-hour 48-kilometre circumnavigation of the island, beginners won’t feel overwhelmed while even experts will be taken in.

� e West Dyke/South Dyke cycling route, displayed on the city’s website at www.richmond.ca, stretches some 26 kilometres between Shell Road and Terra Nova Park and will take the average cyclist 90 minutes to � nish.

Nestled at the northern edge of the West Dyke Trail is Terra Nova Rural Park and Natural Area, which features walking pathways and a slough amidst native plantings and viewing platforms.

� e South Dyke route takes about an hour to walk and begins at Garry Point—at

Chatham Street and Seventh Avenue—and winds east to No. 5 Road.

A cyclist wanting an intermediate challenge should head to the Sea Island trail, which takes about 90 minutes from start to � nish and extends from the Iona Island Regional park, which sits north of the airport,

across the No. 2 Road bridge and west toward Terra Nova Park.

For more information about the city’s system of trails, visit the City of Richmond’s website at www.richmond.ca, and then follow the Parks and Recreation link to the Park, Trails and Cycling window.


Walking the West Dike trail.Martin van den Hemel photo

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Post Offi ce - Open 7 days a week for postal services, colour copies or sending a fax/emails.

Visitor Centre - Our expert staff can provide insider tips on the best places to experience Richmond.

Steveston Museum - Take a self-guided tour of this 1905’s building that served as the area’s fi rst bank.

Tourism Richmond Visitor Centre is located at the corner of Moncton Street and First Avenue in Steveston.

Is it a Post Office, Visitor Centre or a Museum?YES, YES & YES!

Ships to Shore is an annual maritime event

featuring tall ships and other interesting vessels.

Last year’s event featured seven notable and historic ships, including the tall ship Hawaiian Chie� ain, the HMCS Oriole, the historic SS Master steam tug and the replica Spanish longboat Juanita.

� is year’s event is scheduled for June 29 to July 1 at Imperial Landing and Britannia Heritage Shipyard.

Visitors will get a chance to tour vessels. Visitors are encouraged to visit richmond.ca/shipstoshore in advance for boarding details and an up-to-date schedule of events.

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Minoru Park is located in Richmond’s City Centre. The park was a

horse-racing track beginning in 1909. In 1910, it was the site of the first airplane flight west of Winnipeg.

Nowadays, its home to sports � elds, Minoru Arenas, Richmond Cultural Centre, Minoru Chapel, Clement Track, Minoru Place Activity Centre for seniors and Minoru Aquatic Centre. � e north end of the park has a small lake and walking paths.

Minoru Chapel was built in 1891 as a Methodist Church. It was originally located near where River Rock Casino Resort currently sits. Later a United Church, it moved to Minoru Park in 1967 where it remains one of Richmond’s most iconic sites. � e church is Richmond’s most popular wedding site. It also hosts opera concerts, as part of the Minoru Chapel Opera series which runs in the spring and fall.

See www.richmond.ca/minoruchapel for info.

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Minoru Park is named a� er Minoru the horse. Minoru was leased by King Edward VII and won the Epsom Derby in 1908. Minoru

never came to Richmond, but in 2009, sculptor Sergei Traschenko made a bronze sculpture of the horse, located at Minoru Gate and Minoru Boulevard.

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culture daysArt-making workshop for kids at last year’s Culture Days.Amanda Oye photo

Culture Days—Canada’s coast-to-coast-to-coast celebration of arts and culture—takes place in

Richmond on Sept. 27, 28 and 29.This three-day family-friendly event

gives everyone a chance to participate in free, hands-on, interactive activities that provide a glimpse into the world of local artists, curators, writers and other creative producers. Past years have featured more than 60 free activities.

For more information, visit www.culturedays.ca.

River Rock

River Rock Casino Resort is the largest casino in British Columbia. � e casino features

more than a thousand slots plus blackjack, baccarat, craps, poker and roulette. � ere’s also a restaurant, two hotels and a 950-seat theatre. www.riverrock.com

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The Richmond Cultural Centre (7700 Minoru Gate) is home to the Richmond Art Gallery, Richmond

Museum, City of Richmond Archives and the Richmond Public Library’s main branch.•Richmond Art Gallery presents exciting

and challenging visual art. It’s open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends. 604-231-6457, www.richmondartgallery.org.•Richmond Museum features exhibits

relating to Richmond’s past. It’s open 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends. 604-247-8300, www.richmond.ca/culture/sites/museum/about.htm.•Richmond Public Library is an award-

winning library. It features a children’s library, Internet stations, music and movies and a large collection of Chinese language books. It’s open 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends. The library also has branches at Steveston, Cambie and Ironwood. 604- 231-6401, www.yourlibrary.ca

•Th e City of Richmond Archives’ reference room is open Monday to � ursday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. An appointment with the archivist is required for records retrieval and assistance with research. For info, call 604-247-8305. � e archives also has a searchable database at www.richmond.ca/cityhall/archives/about/about.htm.

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Richmond Museum.Matthew Hoekstra photo


Doors Open is a free city-wide event that celebrates Richmond’s diversity in arts, culture and heritage.

� e sixth annual event takes place May 4 and 5, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participation ranges from heritage landmarks to modern structures, hidden gems to places of worship, artists studios to museums.

Since 2008, artists, arts, cultural and historic facilities, museums, aboriginal organizations, religious institutions, parks and other public and private Richmond organizations have opened their doors to the public and also provided free specialty programs and behind the scenes tours.

� is year, as part of Doors Open, an evening of music, heritage, and performance is planned,

which will serve as a kick-o� to Doors Open celebrations at the newly constructed No. 1220 Tram Building in Steveston and surrounding park.

� e festival will also include a major art exhibition entitled, Materially Speaking, with works from Jen Aitken, Lou Lynn, Brendan Tang and Julie York, plus public art, gallery and artist studio tours. Heritage exhibits and cultural experiences will also be featured. Richmond Museum’s Highway to Heaven exhibit will showcase Richmond’s multi-faith community. Visitors will also enjoy interpretative performances, intercultural drumming, dance, storytelling, demonstrations and tours at Richmond’s historic buildings and sites.

Info: www.richmond.ca/doorsopen.

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Gateway Theatre (6500 Gilbert) showcases professional theatre in Richmond.

Its MainStage play series, hosted in the 541-seat theatre, runs from October to May. Its Studio B Series features new plays

each season, produced in an intimate 100-seat studio setting. Among the highlights is an annual Christmas season production, which is always a popular musical. www.gatewaytheatre.com, 604-270-1812.

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The Your Kontinent festival takes place in July at Richmond Cultural Centre.

The festival evolved from the New Asia Film Festival, with a new focus of celebrating international film and media arts of all cultures. The festival weaves new twists into the viewing experience—like serving dim sum and high tea during screenings—as a way of combining cultures and art forms.

The festival is entering its sixth year at Richmond Cultural Centre. It’s a product of Cinevolution Media Arts Society, which continues its mission of demonstrating the interconnectedness of the world and promoting intercultural understanding.

Billed as a community-wide celebration of arts and culture, Your Kontinent has plenty more to offer beyond film. And for those who need help wading through it all, community workshops, a guided tour and artist talks will all be available during the festival.

Info: ykfestival.ca.

your kontinent Dress-up fun at the Your Kontinent wrap-up event.Amanda Oye photo

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Richmond’s major malls are located along No. 3 Road and are easily accessible by the Canada Line.

Lansdowne Centre (5300 No. 3 Rd.), named after the horseracing track that once existed on the site has 110 shops, including restaurants and a food court plus such stores as Home Outfitters, JYSK, Toys “R” Us and Best Buy. www.lansdowne-centre.com

Richmond Centre (6551 No. 3 Rd.) is Richmond’s biggest and most established mall. It features 250 shops, including a food court, major department stores such as the Bay, clothing stores and more. www.richmondcentre.ca

Aberdeen Centre (4151 Hazelbridge Way) is Richmond’s largest Asian-themed mall. It features more than 100 shops and restaurants, most notably Daiso, a 100-yen ($2) store. Aberdeen is the Japanese discount store’s first Canadian location. The original mall was torn down in 2001 and rebuilt at three times the size,

designed by noted architect Bing Thom. The mall also contains an indoor musical fountain. www.aberdeencentre.com

Parker Place (4380 No. 3 Rd.) is a 150-store mall located next to Aberdeen Centre. It features mid-size stores, including 50 fashion boutiques and a food court. www.parkerplace.com

Yaohan Centre (3700 No. 3 Rd.) is an 80-store Asian-themed mall. yaohancentre.com

President Plaza (8181 Cambie Rd.) is a small mall adjoining the Radisson President Plaza hotel. Its anchor tenant is T & T Supermarket. www.presidentplaza.ca

Outside of the malls, No. 3 Road stretching from Granville Avenue to Capstan Way is Richmond’s main shopping district, featuring major services.

Blundell Centre (8120 No. 2 Rd.) is a neighbourhood mall featuring 50 shops.

Ironwood Centre (8000-11688 Steveston Hwy.) is another neighbourhood mall, featuring many shops and services.

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Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is located in Richmond on Sea Island. It’s Canada’s second

busiest airport in terms of passengers and aircraft arrivals and departures and was the Skytrax Best North American Airport award winner in 2010.

While most people go to YVR to arrive and depart, the airport now has a reason to stay. The airport has a public observation area featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, telescopes and a 3-D model. Located in the public, pre-security area of the domestic terminal on the fourth floor, the 5,400-square-foot exhibition area is free to visit and all the interactive features are free to use.

The focal point is a scale model of Sea Island, providing a bird’s-eye view of YVR and Sea Island. Information panels along 42 metres of observation windows tell the story of the airport, while telescopes provide viewers with a closer look of the airfield.

Vancouver International Airport is accessible via the Canada Line.

Planespotters have two favourite spots for watching planes take off or land on Sea Island. The Flight Path Park located on Russ Baker Way has picnic benches and a play area for children. Other planespotters like to park on Templeton Road and watch the planes on the north runway.

Info: yvr.ca

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Nowhere in Richmond are the city’s

multicultural roots more prominently displayed than on the Highway to Heaven, a stretch of No. 5 Road that’s lined with mosques, temples, churches and religious schools.

But it’s not just the variety of religious institutions that makes this area—south of Blundell Road to Steveston Highway—a special attraction.

It’s the fact that there’s little more than fences that separate these faiths from around the globe. There’s a Jewish school, a Muslim school and a Christian

school but none of the tension, animosity or clashes that’s seen in other parts of the world.

There’s the Vedic Cultural Centre, the India Cultural Centre’s Sikh Temple, the Az-Zaharaa Islamic Centre’s mosque, and the Ling Yen Mountain Temple, which sits just across the street from a church.

Thrangu Monastery, Canada’s first traditional Tibetan Buddhist monastery, opened in 2010.

In 2007, Richmond’s Highway to Heaven was declared one of Canada’s top 50 wonders by the CBC.

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isn’t the only must-see religious place in Richmond.

There’s also the Nanaksar Gurdwara Gurusikh Temple (18691 Westminster Hwy., 604-270-7369), which is open daily to all visitors.

The International Buddhist Temple (9160 Steveston Hwy., 604-274-2822, www.buddhisttemple.ca/), is open for tours and serves vegetarian lunches.

The city organizes Temples of Faith bus tours throughout the year. Watch www.richmond.ca/culture/sites/museum/publicprograms.htm for details.

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Visitors to Steveston o� en do a double-take. What was the Steveston Museum a day ago is

suddenly the Storybrooke Post O� ce, the Steveston Cannery Cafe has turned into Granny’s Diner and there’s a lot of classic cars parked about.

� ese are sure signs that the hit ABC series Once Upon a Time is � lming. Steveston is a prime location for the town of Storybrooke, populated by fairy-tale characters.

Once Upon a Time isn’t the only TV series

you are likely to encounter in Steveston. � e A&E series Bates Motel has also used Steveston and Britannia Heritage Shipyard as locations.

Film crews have been using Richmond for years. � e location for New Caprica City in TV’s Battlestar Galactica (the rebooted version) was near No. 8 Road and Blundell Road. Britannia Heritage Shipyard was the hideout in the � lm Blade: Trinity. Smallville and Stargate SG-1 are some of the other TV series that sometimes used Richmond locations.

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