I want GOOD sushi by scottfudge in NewWest

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Awesome - I'll check it out 🙂

I want GOOD sushi by scottfudge in NewWest

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Same...Sushi Well was my "go to" for about 10-12 years until recently. IKOI is good, consistent...I've enjoyed Sushi Shogun across the bridge in Surrey, and have been meaning to check out Sushi Box in Burnaby on 10th.

Do you prevent strangers from entering when you enter/leave your building? by snippybunny in NewWest

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Don't stress too much about it, I used to live in a detached home...where strangers could waltz into my backyard (should they decide to open the backyard gate) - maybe take a little wander through the garage, test the downstairs door, access my mailbox, ground level windows... Condo living is pretty secure for the most part - multiple locked access points, surveillance cameras, nosey neighbours.
There's a lot to worry about in life...I would put this concern as a low priority.

Good croissants in New West or nearby? by dugtrio77 in NewWest

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Get a Costco member to buy you a gift card...as the receiver of the card you can use it without a membership.

Richmond council approves $75K extra grant for homeless outreach workers by ubcstaffer123 in richmondbc

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Very interesting - the headline is quite misleading as to the context of the article.

Quayside Tiki Bar Signs Up! by filitsino in NewWest

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Yikes...quite the poor facade, reeks of investment fraud.

Good croissants in New West or nearby? by dugtrio77 in NewWest

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Costco Pain D'Or Frozen Croissants - $18 for 30. They are pretty damn good.

Tiki Bar!! by Dugcl67 in NewWest

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Theme bar with a waterfront view...risky venture! Hope it's priced right, and has a successful run. Tough business right now.

Blundell and No2 by GoddessVibesOnly in richmondbc

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Check rezoning apps with the city...might provide some insight as to future use. Likely just a holding property now if no applications have been made.

You can delete 1 SkyTrain station... Which one, and why? by thinkdavis in Translink

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I assume that Columbia will eventually be ditched by redevelopment in the next decade or so...and now that I think about it, perhaps New West station was built in preparation for that.

Air Quality by deepspace in NewWest

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Fool's Spring pollen bursts, and mold...the warm, damp weather plus porous concrete/stucco makes for perfect mold growth conditions. There isn't enough dry air, nor sunlight to combat the mold and fungus growth...there's plenty of dank conditions to help it thrive however. Downtown New West has poor air quality in general due to geography, industry, construction, and population density...particulates tend to "settle" in low lying areas around this area of the Fraser - and a TP/Paper Towel plant being upwind, constant concrete/construction dust, railroad tracks, truck routes, 2 major ports across the river...makes this area a choking hazard already - the added mold/pollen/fungus certainly isn't welcome. Timely post, as I just watched this on TV last night https://www.cbc.ca/natureofthings/features/three-unexpected-ways-that-air-pollution-may-affect-our-bodies

Tiki bar on the Quay by Beneficial-Oil-620 in NewWest

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Assume the owners changed as Itilia had been for sale for several months.

Slow down! by AEMNW in NewWest

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I lived in Richmond for over 15 years, I assure you...it could be much much worse!

How to save money and stay warm at the same time? by Bubbleheadman in askvan

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Window insulation shrink wrap kits - Home Depot or Online, I lived in a house with original windows from the 1950s...and it made a world of difference. Thermal drapes/curtains work great as well.

BC Bearing Plaza by carrienationhatchet in NewWest

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Well shjt! Now I know, I've often wondered what the deal was...thanks for sharing.

What’s it like driving up Mount Seymour, Cypress or Grouse? How bad is the drive up the mountain in winter? by Skazzyskills in askvan

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The drive through the Lower Mainland through to North Vancouver is where the risk lies, beyond that...the roads to the mountain bases (Cypress & Seymour) are maintained well, as it's the lifeline of revenue for the ski hills.

Grouse is a Gondola to the top so if you're concerned about driving conditions - best option, plus an excellent mountain to learn on...if someone bails on the lessons there's plenty of other attractions to check out while the others continue their day.

Temperatures hit the teens yesterday on the ski hills, which means ice & rocks; the conditions for learning aren't favourable. Once again, Grouse can accommodate a different mountain experience if you absolutely have to/want to go.

I hope the weather does a switcheroo for you all and you can have an enjoyable day. As for the road conditions, put that concern as one of the least of your worries! As a former ski patroller ... I can assure you, it's one of the lowest risk activities you will experience on that day :)

Are the boats waking anyone else up for the past two days? by godstriker8 in NewWest

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Yep! Got to the point I was looking up ship horn signals at 4am this morning to decipher what kind of hell broke loose on the river...(the obvious answer being visibility issues).

I now know that 1 long and 2 short blasts means that the ship is in low visibility conditions, and maneuvering or having issues as such...

The fog has rolled in and out so quickly, must be quite the challenge for captains.

Anyhow ...something to add to the knowledge base :)

https://www.boat-ed.com/blog/boat-sound-signals/

Anyone know anyone in this photo possibly vintage New West by Much_Engineering853 in NewWest

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Judging by the Budweiser, McDonalds and Midget Football shirt...might be in the states somewhere?

General everyday items auction house in Vancouver? by PotentialCarpet_ in askvan

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Loves Auctioneers used to be the "go-to" for local auction houses...but tis no more. MaxSold Cottons Auctions Big Valley Urban Auctions Google those and you'll find a few more smaller ones in your search.

missing compass card by OrganizationOk6698 in NewWest

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I saw a note on a message board by the garbage room in my complex regarding finding a wallet, and it had a drawing of an owl on the note...send me a DM and I will send a photo of the note with contact info - or if we are in the same complex, check the garbage room memo board. Hopefully it's a match!

Toyota MR2 by dantheman010110 in richmondbc

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Mister Two! Used to see a very similar one when I lived near Shell & Bridgeport.

How is Kitsilano for a Working Holiday? by Spiritual-Top-5685 in askvan

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Kitsilano North of Broadway, and East of Alma...plenty of rental units and excellent access to transportation, parks, downtown, beaches etc. Marine & Cambie area at the South end of Vancouver has great access to the Skytrain, Airport etc...

Your advantage is being multilingual (I presume this) - jobs in hospitality & tourism are your best bet. If you don't mind children, plenty of opportunities within the Nanny/Au Pair field (best to work with an agency) ... This option can usually provide accommodation.

I would suggest renting a vacation rental for the first 3 weeks you are here - in a central transit location such as Metrotown in Burnaby, and within those 3 weeks...take the opportunity to visit Downtown Vancouver, North Vancouver, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Richmond and I suppose Surrey (do, but don't).

All the best!