r/richmondbc Nov 11 '23

PSA Useful resources for all Richmondites

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City of Richmond site:

https://www.richmond.ca/

Emergency services:

https://www.richmond.ca/services/public-safety.htm

Volunteering:

https://icanhelp.richmond.ca/

https://www.rcrg.org/VolunteerNow

Jobs in/ near Richmond:

https://ca.linkedin.com/jobs/jobs-in-richmond-bc

r/richmondbc (Reddit):

https://reddit.com/r/richmondbc/s/7HXWj08efB

RichmondNews: https://www.richmond-news.com/local-news

Richmond Mental Health Emergency Services

https://www.vch.ca/en/service/richmond-mental-health-emergency-services

City of Richmond - No or low cost community meals and food programs:

https://www.richmond.ca/__shared/assets/noorlowcostcommunitymealsandfoodprograms62706.pdf

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May 28, 2025 - Here is the most current list of family doctors in BC accepting new patients:

https://www.reddit.com/r/richmondbc/s/5nQ96Llzh6

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Here is a comprehensive list of resources for those in Richmond regardless of status.

There is a community cupboard in Steveston in front of the British Sweet Shop that was built by the students at McMath School and is replenished by the community on a regular basis.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/82WdrKdZ4VD6QFPV6?g_st=ic

There are also the following churches offering take-out meals:

Monday dinner: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Richmond Presbyterian, 7111 No. 2 Road (Sit down & take out are both available.)

Tuesday dinner: 5:30 to 6:30 pm at St Albans 7260 St Albans Rd

Wednesday dinner: at 6 pm at Church on Five 10200 No 5 Rd

Thursday dinner: 5:30-6:15

Gilmore Park United Church 8060 No 1 Road

Friday lunch: at 11.30 am at St. Alban's 7260 St Albans Rd

Saturday dinner at 5 pm at St Joseph the Worker 4451 Williams Road

1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month there is a sit-down meal at Peace Church 11571 Daniel’s Road

12031 First Ave #120, Richmond, BC V7E 3M1

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The Food Bank also delivers food hampers to shut-ins. Please call 604 271 5609 to register.

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Richmond Food Bank

5800 Cedarbridge Way

• Pre-packed food hamper for pick-up, no cost

• Phone ahead of time to register.

• First timers: Bring ID, mail with address, and shopping bags.

Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; ƒ 70+ only, Monday, Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to

11:30 a.m. (distribution starts at 11:00 a.m.) ƒAll ages, Monday, Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

604-271-5609

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Richmond Food Bank:

West Richmond Food Hub, SE corner Francis and No. 1 Rd.

• Pre-packed food hamper for pick-up, no cost

• Phone ahead of time to register.

• First timers: Bring ID, mail with address, and shopping bags.

Monday, 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

604-271-5609

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Richmond Food Bank

Daniels Rd. Depot at Peace Mennonite Church, 11571 Daniels Rd.

• Pre-packed food hamper for pick-up, no cost • Drive-through, walk-ins welcome

• Phone ahead of time to register.

• First timers: Bring ID, mail with address, and shopping bags.

Tuesday, 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

604-271-5609

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Richmond Food Bank

Depot at Church on Five, *10200 No. 5 Rd.*

• Pre-packed food hamper for pick-up, no cost

• Phone ahead of time to register.

• First timers: Bring ID, mail with address, and shopping bags.

Wednesday, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

604-271-5609

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Many other organizations are supporting No and Low-Cost Meals and Food Programs in Richmond, including the following:

Organization Service Provided Schedule

Pathways Clubhouse *8111 Granville Ave.*

Meal delivery for vulnerable members only, some on-site meals

Please call Clubhouse members: 604-276-8834

Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives

Grocery shop by phone

Prepared (frozen) meal delivery

Seniors

604-279-7020 or call 2-1-1

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Richmond School District:

Grocery bags provided for students

Bi-weekly delivery or pick-up times arranged by the School District

For students and their families identified by the School District

Contact local school

Meals in schools

Minimum of 3 lunches per week

For students and their families identified by the School District

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Richmond Salvation Army Emergency Food hampers are distributed on Wednesday from 10 am -3 pm.

Salvation Army Mobile Hot Meal Program serves hot food on Tuesday & Thursday from 7 P.m. to 9 p.m. from their canteen truck at the Brighouse Pavillion parking lot to those who are experiencing homelessness.

604-277-2424

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The Kehila Society

Meals on Wheels, no cost

Grocery gift cards

Tuesday and Thursday delivery

Open to all Richmond residents in need

(604)241-9270

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https://richmondfoodbank.org/programs/grocery-delivery/


r/richmondbc Jul 28 '26

Elections MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2026: your (unofficial) candidates list

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The municipal election in Richmond is set for Saturday, October 17!

A number of residents have thrown their names in the ring to become your next 1 mayor, 8 councillors, and 7 trustees.

The official nomination period for council and trustee is September 1 to 11. Until then, these are the names of residents that have provided their names and slates to the Richmond News or have otherwise announced their candidacies publicly.

Learn more about the municipal elections on the City of Richmond website.

@ = incumbent city councillor • % = incumbent school trustee

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Announced candidates for mayor (1 to be elected)

(in alphabetical order. Incumbent mayor Malcolm Brodie is not running for re-election.)

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Announced slates and candidates for city council (8 to be elected)

Advance Richmond

  • Kevin Lai
  • Gary Law
  • Grace Tsang
  • Sam Wang
  • Sophia Woo

Common Sense Alliance

  • Kenny Chiu
  • Thomas Leung
  • Glenda Strang

Conservative Electors Association, aka Conservative Richmond

  • David Eidelshtein
  • Alex Sagert
  • Daniel Tsang

Jessy Dhillon

Stephen Qian

Richmond Citizens' Association

  • Alton Cheung
  • Vincent Li
  • Keefer Pelech
  • Tamás Revóczi
  • Milly Yee

Richmond Forward (Rob Howard for mayor)

  • Howard Jampolsky
  • Shelley Leonhardt
  • Eric Yung
  • Melissa Zhang

Richmond Strong (Alexa Loo@ for mayor)

  • Bob Basanti
  • Jeff Jiang
  • Karen Novorr-Pezzuto

Richmond United

  • Andy Hobbs@
  • Mike Gill

RITE Richmond

  • Carol Day@
  • Jerome Dickey
  • Laura Gillanders@
  • Michael Wolfe@

Wang Jizhou

We Are Richmond (Dickens Cheung for mayor)

  • Antonio Ortega
  • Jack Chen
  • Michael Lok
  • Mario Cruz
  • Anton Udalov
  • Jenny Mata

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Announced candidates for SD38 school trustee (7 to be elected)

Advance Richmond

  • Rod Belleza%
  • Dean Billings
  • Danny Chang
  • Phyllis Tang
  • Willy Sinconegue

Common Sense Alliance

  • Alice Wong%

Empower Education Richmond

  • Sandra Nixon
  • Debbie Tablotney%
  • David Yang%

Richmond Education Party

  • Ken Hamaguchi%
  • Heather Larson%
  • Martin Li
  • Bill Mok

Donna Sargent

Helen Quan

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Other slates that haven't announced candidates Source

  • Action Richmond (Mei Kang)
  • Community First (Alex Sagert)
  • ONE Richmond (Kevin Lainchbury)
  • ParentsVoice BC (Marc Vella)
  • Richmond Liberals (Lillian Li)
  • Richmond Rise (Gary Cross)
  • Save Richmond, formerly Richmond Community Coalition (Sheldon Starrett)

r/richmondbc 6h ago

News Sir you can’t park there.

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Incase you were wondering about the traffic onto Annacis this morning. Chester road rail tracks.


r/richmondbc 1h ago

Ask Richmond What happened to Taco Luis?!?

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r/richmondbc 6h ago

Discussion Richmond BC MLA (Ex BC Conservative) pleads not guilty to three charges

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r/richmondbc 23h ago

/r/POPULAR, /r/ALL Hit and run observed at Cambie McDonald’s.

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172 Upvotes

Was at Cambie McDonalds today and witnessed this massive Ram Truck pulling out of a spot and hitting a white Tesla around 2 PM today. Have a photo of licence plate if this was your car dm for info.


r/richmondbc 1h ago

Ask Richmond Looking to relocate here

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Hello! My husband and I are considering Richmond to relocate to (from Edmonton)

What are some of your favorite things about living there??

Also considering Burnaby but leaning more to Richmond

For context I was born and raised in maple ridge but my husband is from Edmonton. I want to move to the lower mainland to be closer to family


r/richmondbc 5h ago

News Richmond BC mayoral candidate Sheldon Starrett leaves Conservative banner

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r/richmondbc 7h ago

Ask Richmond Richmond Family dinner

3 Upvotes

Looking for a nicer restaurant around River Rock Casino that is family friendly. I have looked online but so many options so I’m turning to the locals for advice!


r/richmondbc 1h ago

Events Seeking Passionate Volunteers for Metro Vancouver’s Largest Night Cycling Event!

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Volunteers Wanted! - FREE T-Shirt, Meal, and Letter of Recommendation Provided

Do you have a passion for cycling and active transport in Richmond and/or Metro Vancouver?

If so, we’re looking for you!

HUB Cycling is seeking some high-energy volunteers for our staple Bike the Night Event on Friday, Sept 18 from 5- 9 pm. Whether you’re an all-season cyclist, a casual rider, or somewhere in between, you’d fit right in with our volunteer crew!

About HUB Cycling

Our mission is to get more people cycling, more often. We improve cycling through education, action and events. We believe more cycling means healthier, happier, more connected communities.

We also host our popular Go By Bike Week (with Celebration Stations included in Richmond).

What is Bike the Night 2026? 

Bike the Night is a free, leisurely 10km ride along the iconic Vancouver Seawall.  

Imagine hundreds of brightly lit bikes creating a vibrant and unforgettable atmosphere at sunset. The route winds through the iconic Vancouver Seawall and across Burrard Bridge before returning to David Lam Park, providing a safe and enjoyable night ride for all ages and abilities. 

Before and after the ride, participants will enjoy music, free bike maintenance, snacks, bike decorating, and light giveaways. 

Why People Love Volunteering with HUB: 

  • Directly Support Community Cycling Activism: When you volunteer with HUB, you become an essential team member. Your work directly supports active transport, sustainability and biking infrastructure in Metro Vancouver.
  • Receive an Influential Letter of Recommendation: Look extra professional with a Letter of Recommendation from a renowned non-profit. Perfect for your future jobs or education opportunities.
  • FREE T-Shirt & Food: As a volunteer, you get to keep a stylish “I Love Biking” T-Shirt and enjoy a free meal during the event. 

If this interests you, don’t hesitate to sign up now through our Bike the Night 2026 volunteer application form

Let’s make biking better for everyone. 

(Volunteer Minimum Age Note: You must be at least 16 years old to volunteer)


r/richmondbc 1d ago

Richmond Drivers No 1 and Williams Rd closed due to car accident

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84 Upvotes

r/richmondbc 1d ago

News Recycling Audit

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They are auditing peoples recycling in my neighborhood


r/richmondbc 2h ago

Ask Richmond Ladies Haircut for Wavy Hair in Richmond

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Looking for salon in Richmond that cuts long, wavy/curly hair. Price is not an issue, just need someone who is good with waves! I enjoy having blowouts as well so please send recommendations for both


r/richmondbc 2h ago

Events Yarichin fan expo van 2027 meetup

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Hello! Me and my boyfriend were thinking about going to fanexpo van as characters from Yarichin and wanted to do a meetup! If anyone is interested, it would be on the 14th/2nd day of fan expo van :) for the morning, I will either be Shikatani or akemi and in the afternoon I will be yacchan! If there is enough interest, a group chat will be made on Instagram! I wanted to see if anyone I Richmond was interested in joining since it is so close.


r/richmondbc 1d ago

Ask Richmond Bridgeport McDs: kitchen not visible anymore

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Needed a quick bite so went to the McDs by Ikea. Its been a long time since I have been here. I noticed there is now a black tiled wall where you cannot see the kitchen. I find it weird not being able to see the people preparing the food like other McDs 🤷🏿


r/richmondbc 21h ago

Food & Shopping Hi Richmond! What kind of Hawaiian, Japanese, or Japanese-adjacent food would you like to eat for dinner?

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Hi Richmond! Thanks to everyone’s suggestions last month our lunchtime has gotten significantly busier!

I am back again in hopes of gathering some feedback about what kind of food to serve during dinner. I’ve noticed that almost 1/3 of customers who walk in during dinner time would walk out after browsing our menu. I’m inclined to believe that people simply don’t want to eat Poke or rice bowls in general for dinner.

It’s currently 7pm and I’m sitting in a completely empty restaurant :(

What sort of food should we be serving at night? What do you crave during dinner time?

Thanks in advance!


r/richmondbc 1d ago

Lost & Found 🚨 MISSING SENIOR DOG – PLEASE HELP US FIND LOKI 🚨

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UPDATE: LOKI HAS BEEN FOUND!!! ❤️🐾

Someone found Loki and he is safe!! 😭❤️

Thank you SO much to everyone who shared my post, kept an eye out, checked around the neighbourhood, and helped us look for him. We are so incredibly relieved to have our boy back home. 🥹

Thank you especially to the person who found him and kept him safe. I seriously can't thank you enough. ❤️🐾

LOKI IS HOME!! 🥹❤️

🚨 MISSING SENIOR DOG – PLEASE HELP US FIND LOKI 🚨

Our dog Loki is missing and we’re extremely worried about him. 💔

I was out at an event tonight, and when my parents brought my kids home around 9 PM, they called for Loki to come inside from the backyard but he didn’t come. They thought he was just lounging somewhere in the yard like he sometimes does. When I got home later, I checked outside and realized our side gate was open and Loki was gone.

We believe he went missing between 4pm-9pm on Aug. 30, but unfortunately we don’t know exactly when.

📍 Wallace Rd area, Richmond, BC — a couple blocks from No. 2 Rd / Williams Rd / Steveston Hwy

🐾 LOKI • Keeshond • 12-year-old senior dog • Very fluffy grey/black/cream coat • Has a bad LEFT EYE from an old injury — very noticeable and one of the easiest ways to identify him • Super sweet and a little shy at first, but he will usually approach you if you call him

Because Loki is friendly and will come to people when called, we’re also worried that someone may have found him and picked him up. If you have him or brought him somewhere safe, please contact us. We just want our boy home. ❤️

🙏 If you live nearby, PLEASE check your yards, garages, sheds and security/doorbell cameras this afternoon/early evening. Even a sighting with a time and location could help us figure out which direction he went.

📱 Please contact me through Facebook or call/text 778-223-2754 with ANY information.

PLEASE SHARE, especially around Richmond/Steveston. We just want our senior boy home safe. 💔🐾


r/richmondbc 20h ago

Elections Richmond municipal candidates can file paperwork starting Tuesday

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r/richmondbc 21h ago

Ask Richmond Is it normal for people at Richmond dog parks to ignore you?

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I’ve noticed this especially at No. 3 Road Bark Park in Richmond, and I’m genuinely curious if other people have had the same experience.

When I’m walking around the park, I’ll make eye contact with people, smile, or say “hello!” and a surprising number of people just stare at me or completely ignore me. I’m not expecting anyone to stop and have a conversation, but I always thought returning a smile or saying hello was a pretty normal social courtesy, especially when you’re passing someone on a trail or your dogs are interacting.

It’s happened enough times that I’ve started wondering whether this is just normal Richmond/dog park behaviour, whether people are generally less social now, or (and I genuinely don’t want to jump to conclusions) whether race sometimes plays a role in how people respond to certain people.

Do you normally say hi or smile at people you pass at dog parks? Have you noticed people being particularly unfriendly at No. 3 Road Bark Park or other Richmond parks?

At this point I’m almost wondering if I should stop bothering to say hello when most people don’t acknowledge it 😭


r/richmondbc 23h ago

Food & Shopping Which grocery shops sell the most Vietnamese products here?

6 Upvotes

Just moved here.

Looking for the best / efficient shop for typical Vietnamese ingredients for pho, bun rieu, bun Bo hie etc

Thanks.


r/richmondbc 23h ago

Food & Shopping Pearl Castle snack

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5 Upvotes

First time trying this as it came with my meal and enjoyed it a bunch. Anyone know where to get these?


r/richmondbc 1d ago

Ask Richmond Someone trespassed onto our property and stole our mail. Does anyone recognize this person?

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Hi everyone, posting this in case anyone in the Richmond area recognizes this person or has had something similar happen.

On August 30 around 8:06 PM, this person came onto our property, went up to our front entrance/mail area, and took our mail without permission. We caught the incident on our security camera.

I’ve attached a couple screenshots from the footage. If anyone recognizes the person, has seen them around the area, or has experienced mail theft recently, please let me know.

If you have relevant doorbell/security footage from around the same time, that would also be really helpful.

Please don’t post anyone’s private information publicly or confront anyone. If you recognize them, DM me and I can pass any useful information along through the appropriate channels.

Thanks!


r/richmondbc 1d ago

Ask Richmond Cleaners?

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I want to find the SAME person to come over and help us clean the house once or twice a month.

I don't like using companies because they seem to send different people all the time.

Our last cleaner moved to a different province.

Appreciate recommendations & what you pay per hour roughly. I am near minoru park. Thanks!


r/richmondbc 1d ago

Photo/Video Bunch of cop cars at Aberdeen Mall?

171 Upvotes

Does anyone know what’s happening with all the cop cars by Aberdeen Mall? Just drove past and couldn’t stop and look!


r/richmondbc 1d ago

Richmond Drivers Traffic snarls made worse by lane restrictions

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