In the Community

Admission to the Richmond Oval's rink is free Jan. 1

Some Richmond children have proved their excellence in mathematics on the international stage.

Frontline services are facing the axe at the Salvation Army in Richmond, unless there’s a massive influx of donations at the end of its annual Kettle Campaign.

“We had become family to just about every family in Richmond. We’re sitting on just about everybody’s mantelpiece in Richmond.”

They expect to serve more than 300 people on Thursday and Friday.

Continuing a seasonal tradition that spans more than a decade, staff at White Spot Richmond Centre are eagerly getting ready to open the doors to the community on Christmas Day to help improve local health care.

In the spirit of this time of giving, between now and Christmas, the Richmond News is featuring the work of a local non-profit. This week we shine the spotlight on Pathways Clubhouse.

The Steveston Santa Clause will once again wind its way through the village on Christmas Eve. Hosted by the Richmond Firefighters Charitable Society, the parade – including Mr. and Mrs. Claus and other costumed characters – sets off at 6 p.m.

This week, the Richmond News asked residents what their Christmas plans are. Geneva Lawrence Student "Just hanging out at home with my family. [My favourite part is] not having school right now." Rex Jiang Student "I came to Canada just in September.

"We learned that each small action does make a difference," said Vala.