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John attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for a new grocery store in his riding, Bafang Asian Foods.
John attends the Steveston International Karate Tournament with Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie.
John attends the official opening of the Turning Point Recovery Society Richmond Women's House in his riding. He is pictured here with Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard and Brenda Plant, Executive Director of Turning Point.
John and Richmond MLAs Linda Reid and Rob Howard spoke at the Richmond Chamber of Commerce.
John at an event to celebrate solar energy improvements to Steveston, South Arm and Minoru Aquatic Centres. He is pictured with MP Alice Wong, Mayor Malcolm Brodie, and two representatives of Hot Sun Industries, Inc., which did the work.
John gets the crowd ready for some fun at the Richmond Chinese Community Society’s Halloween party. The event featured a Halloween costume contest and the awarding of three student scholarships.
John gets the crowd ready for some fun at the Richmond Chinese Community Society’s Halloween party. The event featured a Halloween costume contest and the awarding of three student scholarships.
John and fellow Richmond MLA Rob Howard help present a cheque to Parker Place Mall for their efforts to be Power Smart. Parker Place has implemented energy efficient lighting and mechanical system upgrades as part of BC Hydro Power Smart’s Product Incentive Program, which is expected to result in 622,000 kWh in savings – a 38 per cent reduction. John and Rob are pictured with Jim Nicholson, Director of Customer Care for BC Hydro; Bernie Desabrais, Account Executive at Honeywell Building Solutions; and Alex Kwong, Strata Council member, Parker Place Mall.
John met Chinese artist Kun Jiang at an event held to celebrate both the 100th anniversary of the Xinhai Revolution and Chinese culture. Kun Jiang autographed John’s personal copy of paintings by him and another Chinese artist, Jin Zuo. The Centennial Anniversary of Xinhai Revolution and Chinese Paintings and Calligraphy Exhibition was organized by the Association of Chinese Cultural Promotion (Canada).
John pulls the winning ticket at the Chinese Health Fair in Richmond. He is pictured with Dr. C.P. Lau, emcee and presenter at the fair.
Richmond-Steveston MLA John Yap presents a $100,000 community gaming grant cheque to Richmond Youth Soccer. With John is Cheryl Dunham, the U8 Boys Heat soccer team, and their coaches.
John and Burnaby North MLA Richard T Lee at the 4th International Health Qigong Tournament & Exchange.
John attended the 4th International Health Qigong Tournament Exchange. With John are some of the volunteers, fellow MLA Richard T. Lee, and dignitaries from the People's Republic of China.
John, fellow MLA Richard T. Lee and Peoples’ Republic of China Consul Wei Chen present Johnny Fong with the certificate of appointment as the Honourary Chairman and Executive Chairman of the Canadian Alliance of Chinese Associations.
John was on hand to celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of the Chinatown Merchants Association in Vancouver. He is pictured with fellow MLAs Richard T. Lee, Ida Chong and Rob Howard as they present congratulatory plaques to Tony Lam, President of VCMA.
John at the launch of What’s In with publisher Dickie Tam (third from left) and Vancouver School Trustee Ken Denike.
John with MLA Richard T. Lee, Peoples’ Republic of China Consul General LIANG Shugen, MLA Dave Hayer and MLA Rob Howard at the 1911 Xinhai Revolution Commemoration Gala Dinner
John joins fellow MLAs at the Centennial Commemoration of the (1911 Xinhai) Chinese Revolution on September 4th. The event is organized are the Chinese Benevolent Association of Vancouver, Chinese Freemasons of Canada, Canadian Alliance of Chinese Associations and Vancouver Chinese Community.
John joins fellow MLAs at the Centennial Commemoration of the (1911 Xinhai) Chinese Revolution on September 4th. The event is organized are the Chinese Benevolent Association of Vancouver, Chinese Freemasons of Canada, Canadian Alliance of Chinese Associations and Vancouver Chinese Community.
Matthew Chou (Director General of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Vancouver), John and David LEE Ta-wei (head of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Canada) at Taiwanfest.
John at Delta’s South Park Elementary for the announcement of $8 million over two years for school playgrounds. John is pictured with Finance Minister Kevin Falcon, Kelly Guichon, and fellow MLAs Jane Thornthwaite and Dave S. Hayer. Three schools in Richmond are receiving $50,000 each – Westwind Elementary, Daniel Woodward Elementary and École des Navigateurs.
John presents $85,000 in gaming grant funding to the Connaught Skating Club, which celebrated its 100th anniversary this year. John is pictured outside the Oval with Connaught Skating Club directors, Aundrea Feltham and Tami Schreiber, as well as Program Director and Head Coach Keegan Murphy.
There was a great turnout for the 100th anniversary of the 1911 Xinhai Chinese Revolution, sponsored by the World Chinese Business Association of Canada. The ceremony was held at Dr. Sun Yat-sen Gardens.
John calls out Bingo numbers at the Richmond Chinese Community Society’s annual seniors’ lunch.
John on a tour of the Richmond Coca-Cola plant. This plant produces 13 million cases of Coke every year - 24 cans to a case. He is pictured with Production Manager Dave Forte and Public Affairs and Communications Manager Bal Lalli.
John with Richmond soccer players at the BC Chinese Soccer Federation Awards. To his left are Roger Wong, Vice Chair, and city councillor Bill McNulty.
John visited the offices of CHC Helicopter with fellow Richmond MLAs Rob Howard and Linda Reid. They are pictured with (left to right) James Cantwell (Key Accounts Coordinator), Chris Krajewski (CHC Global Operations - Vice-President Business Development), Michael Nagel (Director Key Accounts, Oil and Gas), and Brad Shaw (CHC Global Operations - Operational Development).
John with Premier Christy Clark and many fellow BC Liberal MLAs at the 2011 S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Walk with the Dragon at Stanley Park. Every July, this important event to raise money to help immigrants attracts more than 13,000 people who follow the colourful S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Dragon around the famous Stanley Park Seawall.
John and fellow Richmond MLAs Linda Reid and Rob Howard at the Steveston Museum moments before voting “NO” in the HST referendum. The Richmond MLAs were joined by some good friends who also voted “NO” for a 10 per cent HST to keep British Columbia competitive with the five provinces and more than 140 countries which have value-added taxes.
John and friends having a great time celebrating Canada Day at the Salmon Festival Parade.
John and fellow Richmond MLAs Linda Reid and Rob Howard present $50,500 in provincial gaming grant funding to the Richmond Chinese Community Society (RCCS). This funding is a big boost for RCSS as they continue their important work of enriching the cultural life of Richmond and educating residents on healthy living.
John with a class of Grade 7 students all the way from Pelican Narrows in northern Saskatchewan, visiting the Lower Mainland for their graduation trip. The students are members of the Peter Ballentyne Cree Nation and had never been outside Saskatchewan before.
John at the constituency office with Dr. KK Wan, a dentist and well-known commentator in the Chinese media. John and Dr. Wan had a great conversation which touched on a wide variety of topics.
John (far right) and a great many other BC Liberal MLAs came out to meet with Ambulance Paramedics and ACT Foundation. Topics discussed were health care in rural B.C., seniors’ health care and creating constructive relations between paramedics and government.
John was just one of many who turned out for Tzu Chi Day in Richmond. The second Monday of May is set aside by Tzu Chi chapters around the world to celebrate Mother’s Day, Global Tzu Chi Day and Buddha’s birth.
John with Esther Ho, Integration Youth Services Society Director, at the Society’s Annual Fundraising Dinner.
After question period, John meets with 11th graders from Robert A. McMath Secondary School to answer questions about life at the Legislature.
John, along with Minister Bell and fellow Richmond MLAs, is happy to present a cheque for $3,000 to KidSport Richmond on behalf of the Province. Pictured from left to right: MLA Yap; Chairperson of the Richmond Sports Council – Jim Lammond; MLA for Richmond East – Linda Reid; Director of the Richmond Sports Council – Bob Jackson; MLA for Richmond Centre – Rob Howard; Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation – Pat Bell.
John presents a plaque to Pius Chan, new President of the Chinese Federation of Commerce of Canada at their Fundraising Gala to support the Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps. Established in 1879, the Cadet Corps is one of the oldest national youth organizations in Canada. The Army Cadets program aims to develop in youth the attributes of leadership, citizenship and physical fitness.
John cuts the ribbon at the opening of Richmond Hospital's brand new emergency room, along with Minister of Health Mike de Jong, fellow Richmond MLAs Linda Reid and Rob Howard, and senior Vancouver Coastal Health executive Susan Wannamaker.
John joins Premier Christy Clark and other MLAs to celebrate Vaisakhi Day at the annual Vaisakhi Day Parade in Vancouver.
John welcomes Li Zhigang, Mayor of the City of Guilin and his delegation at Shiang Garden in Richmond. Whereas B.C. prides itself as the "Best Place on Earth," Guilin is known in China as the city with "the best scenery in the world". Pictured from left to right: MLA for Richmond Centre – Rob Howard; MLA for Burnaby North – Richard Lee; Mayor of Guangxi Guilin City – Li Zhigang; MLA Yap.
John proudly shows off his Team Richmond shirt at the Annual General Meeting of Tourism Richmond. Pictured from left to right: Mayor of Richmond – Malcolm Brodie; MLA for Richmond Centre – Rob Howard; CEO of Tourism Richmond – Tracy Lakeman; MLA Yap; Richmond Councillor – Ken Johnston.
John exchanges business cards with Zhan Cang Zhou, Vice Mayor of the City of Xiamen at the official signing of the Letter of Intent for Xiamen and Richmond to become Sister Cities. Pictured from left to right: Vice Mayor of the City of Xiamen – ZHAN Cang Zhou; Mayor of the City of Richmond – Malcolm Brodie; MLA for Richmond Centre – Rob Howard; MLA Yap.
John and fellow Richmond MLAs Rob Howard and Linda Reid meet with Richmond Chamber of Commerce staff and board members to discuss current issues that impact Richmond businesses.
John presents a $30,000 cheque to representatives of the Richmond Marine Search and Rescue Society as part of a provincial community funding boost. The importance of marine rescue has also been recognized by Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton, who have chosen the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary as one of the charitable organizations that can receive funds donated as part of their wedding. Pictured left to right: Brian Hobbs; MLA Yap; Timothy Kendrick; Rob Hayman.
John meets with representatives of McKesson Canada and members of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce to learn about new and innovative ways of improving health care in British Columbia. Pictured left to right: Ashish Sant; Ron Dunn; MLA Yap; Richmond East MLA Linda Reid; Warren Edwards; Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard; Andrew Dartnell; Richmond Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Craig Jones.
John, along with fellow Richmond MLAs Rob Howard and Linda Reid, joins school stakeholders and Minister of Education George Abbot in welcoming Samuel Brighouse Elementary students to their new and improved school building. Pictured left to right: MLA Yap; Richmond Centre MLA - Rob Howard; Minister of Education – George Abbott; Chair of the Richmond Board of Education - Donna Sargent; Superintendent of Richmond Schools - Monica Pamer; Richmond East MLA - Linda Reid.
John kicks off the opening of the Yuan Dynasty Blue and White Porcelain North America Exhibition, along with MLA Rob Howard, representatives from other levels of government and museum stakeholders. Pictured left to right: Art collector and owner of Song Tang Zhai Museum in Beijing - Li Song Tang; Richmond Mayor - Malcolm Brodie; Richmond Centre MLA - Rob Howard; PRC Consul of Culture - HAN Ling; MLA Yap; former MP Sophia Leung.
Happy 20th Anniversary! John celebrates the Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Society's 20th Anniversary, raising funds for Japan. Along with Burnaby MLA Richard Lee and Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard, he presents a plaque to Dr. Steve Wang, Chairperson of Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Society.
John gave out event medals to various teams at the Youth 7, boys U11 and U12, Richmond Cup soccer tournament at Hugh Boyd Park.
MLA Yap attends "24 Without" with Hugh Boyd Secondary students, Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie and Magdalen Leung. The event raises proceeds towards the South African community of Refilwe. Magdalen Leung, a member of Rotary and the project leader and coordinator, will travel with five of the students to Africa.
Rob joins Richmond-Steveston MLA John Yap to support Richmond’s bid to host the 2012 Canadian Sport Tourism Alliance Congress. Go Richmond!
Richmond MLAs John Yap and Rob Howard talk with members of the BC Professional Firefighters Association, including president Cory Parker and secretary Ed Selinger, in Victoria for the BC Professional Firefighters' Assoc. Robert E. Hall 2011 Legislative Conference Reception.
John drives around Richmond in a Toyota Hybrid from BC Hydro to better understand the performance and benefits of the fuel cell car.
John, who is also the Minister of State for Climate Action, speaks with Fairchild TV in his constituency office for a half-hour documentary story about green businesses startups by young people in Richmond.
John speaks with Mr. Yin Deming (3rd from right), Minister for Organization Department in Chinese Tibet Autonomous Region and Shugen Liang (1st from right), PRC Consulate General in Vancouver on the public service system in BC and to strengthen bilateral ties between countries.
John and Premier Gordon Campbell chat with Pat Hedstrom and Nina Graham at the Richmond Chamber of Commerce Lunch.
John, Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard and the "Money God," played by City of Richmond Councillor Bill McNulty, celebrate the Chinese New Year at Aberdeen Mall’s event.
John joins in the festivities at the Spring Festival Celebration Gala in Chinatown with James Chu (left), vice president of Chinese Benevolent Association and president of Vancouver (Canada) Hakka Business Association, and Michael Wang, Chinese Culture Centre director and president of Wudang Taiji Spciety of North America.
Richmond MLAs Rob Howard and John Yap visit Global Canadian Press, presenting president Jane Zhang and editor-in-chief Frank Huang with a certificate of appreciation.
Richmond MLAs Rob Howard and John Yap meet with Dawa Business News publisher Zaixin Ma and his staff, presenting them with a certificate of appreciation for their work with the multicultural business community
Richmond MLAs Rob Howard and John Yap presents a commendation plaque to Fairchild AM1470 vice president Brenda Lo, senior vice president George Lee, and vice president and news director Travena Lee for their commitment to multicultural news.
John and Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard get up on stage at the River Rock to join in the Chinese New Year festivities at the Spring Show.
John greets and gives out red packets, symbolizing good luck and is supposed to ward off evil spirits, to crowds at the Aberdeen Chinese New Year celebrations.
John takes part, well as much as he can, in "Wigs for Kids", a non-profit organization taking hair donations for the creation of wigs for children and adults who lost their hair due to medical conditions.
John helps drop the puck at the exhibition game between those players representing B.C. at the 2011 Canada Winter Games and the Valley West Hawks of the BC Hockey Major Midget League. The B.C. players attended a Christmas Camp at Minoru Arena. Joining John are Community, Sport and Cultural Development Minister Stephanie Cadieux and Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard.
Richmond Steveston MLA John Yap presents a cheque to Mary Gazetas and volunteers of the Fruit Tree Sharing Project, representing a $12,000 Community Gaming Grant for the local, non-profit organization.
John helps kick off construction of the new Maple Residences on Chatham Street, including 140 apartments with support services and 30 subsidized apartments for low-income seniors.
John shares in the holiday spirit at the "Santa Comes to Steveston" event, kicking off Christmas in Steveston Village. Santa arrived at the local docks via a whale watching boat to start the festivities, which included rides in a horse-drawn carriage and a tree-lighting ceremony. From left to right - Executive Director of Volunteer Richmond Information Services Elizabeth Specht, City Councillor Sue Halsey-Brandt, Christine Brodie, MLA Yap and Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie.
John does the lucky draw with the assistance of Jean Zhou, a SUCCESS staff, at the Richmond SUCCESS Volunteer Appreciation event.
John and Richmond MLAs Linda Reid and Rob Howard present awards at the Richmond Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.
John attends a welcome dinner hosted by George Lian, President of Canada China Business Association, for a group of distinguished businessmen, who are among the 2.2 million members of the All-China Federation of Industry & Commerce (ACFIC). Pictured from L to R: George Lain, President of Canada China Business Association and host of the welcome dinner, Mr. Wang Shangkang, Deputy Director General of Promotion and Education Department, ACFIC, MLA Richard Lee, PRC Consulate General LIANG Shugen, Mr. Zhuang Congsheng, Vice Chairman of ACFIC and dead of the delegation, MLA Yap and Mr. Shao Jun, Vice Chairman of Jiangsu Federation of Industrial and Commerce.
John listens as veteran Kelly Kwong recalls his personal experiences during the Remembrance Day event at the Richmond Public Library.
John joins guests at the Chinese Canadian Military Museum Society annual dinner to show support for the Chinese community and our veterans. Pictured (front row, from left) Siu-wan Ng, Addy Cheong (Vice President of Canadian Chinese Consumers’ Association), Bill Lau (Director of Canadian Chinese Consumers’ Association), Amy Huang (President of Canadian Chinese Business Development Association) and Florence Chiu; (rear row) Po-wah Ng, Dean Hsieh (former President of Taiwan Chamber of Commerce, BC), John and Michael Chiu.
Richmond MLAs Linda Reid, John Yap and Rob Howard take a tour of the Richmond Port with Environment Minister Murray Coell. The tour started at he Britannia Heritage Shipyard Chinese Bunkhouse with a boat arranged by local resident Loren Slye.
John meets with Richmond City Councillor Ken Johnston (far right), president of local Novex Couriers, to discuss green initiatives and to check out the company’s electric-powered truck. Novex Couriers is a Richmond owned and operated company, which has been servicing the Lower Mainland's same-day delivery needs for over 25 years
John speaks at the Canadian Mental Health Association’s 5th Annual Fundraiser in Richmond.
John congratulates a lucky draw audience participant won a prize after answering an energy saving question correctly at the BC Hydro Power Smart event.
John presents Vince Miele of the Richmond Centre for Disability with a certificate congratulating him on 25 years of service to Richmond. John presented the certificate at their annual fundraiser.
John celebrates the 40th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Canada and China at a Chinese Benevolent Association event in Vancouver. Pictured L to R: Burnaby North MLA Richard Lee, Western Canada Principal Consultant for the Hong-Kong SAR Trade and Development Catherine Yuen, Vancouver-Kingsway MP Don Davies, Richard Wong, Consul General Liang Shugen, Vice President of CBA MAI Boqiang, MLA Yap, Vice President of CBA Zhu Zhanlun and Au-Yueng Yifeng.
John, and Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard stand with Richmond Mandarin Lions Club directors after a plaque presentation honouring the directors for their support with local fundraising.
John enjoys some lion eye-dotting with Clara Chow, President of Richmond Chinese Community Society at their 2010 Mid Autumn Festival Celebration at Lansdowne Centre.
John helps cut the ribbon to mark the completion of a development project in Richmond from Bridge CWL Investments Inc. Pictured L to R: , project manager of Bridge CWL investments Inc. Eric Sze, Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard, Director of Jacken Investments Inc. Jackson Lee, MLA Yap and Lawrence Chan.
John hands Al White, from Seafair Minor Hockey, a big cheque for $81,400 in Community Gaming Grants for programs teaching youth team-building and engaging them in healthy and active lifestyles.
John speaks the Leadership Richmond -Youth Now 2010-2011 event held by Volunteer Richmond Information Services.
John presents a plaque on behalf of S.U.C.C.E.S.S. to Dr. Urbain Ip, at the SUCCESS Health Fair 2010, thanking guests and their associations for their support of the event.
John celebrates rainy weather and Richmond’s Terry Fox Run with Nina Graham, one of the organizers of the event. The local run attracted a record 725 participants and $25,000 for cancer research.
The Richmond Youth Soccer Association will be able to put more cleats on more kids thanks to $83,300 in Community Gaming Grants for programs teaching youth team-building and engaging them in healthy and active lifestyles. Richmond-Steveston MLA John Yap presents the big cheque to the Under-11 Titans and Vice Chair of Richmond Youth Soccer Ruth Balfour.
John speaks with members of his community at his regular “Java with John” discussions, speaking on what matters to Richmond-Steveston residents including the HST.
John meets with the Community Energy Association (CEA) Board co-chairs Prince George Mayor Dan Rogers, Director of Community Development with the City of North Vancouver Richard White, and Executive Director for Community Energy Association Norm Connolly to discuss energy sustainability, greenhouse gas reduction and the release of Clean Energy for a Green Economy, a new guidebook for local governments and economic development officers in B.C.
John, Consul General of China Liang Shugen, President of Treasury Board Stockwell Day and Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard welcome the first organized Chinese tour groups arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) this week, the first results of China granting Canada Approved Destination Status (ADS).
John takes a tour with Alfred Liu of Garden In Gardens Greenhouse Ltd with, a Richmond based business using green energy, specifically B.C. produced wood pellets, to heat their greenhouse.
John enjoys the Vancouver Chinatown festival to celebrate Chinatown's 125the anniversary with some members of the Rotary Club of Richmond. MLA Yap spoke at the event on behalf of Premier Campbell and the BC Government.
John attends the 40th Anniversary of the Fraserview Care Facility where he spoke on the importance of the facility to Richmond residents.
John speaks and connects with seniors from the Steveston Community Centre, the Chinese Seniors Circle, at the Richmond Chinese Community Society’s seniors lunch.
John meets with Richmond Historical Society’s Bruce Rozenhart, Minister of State for Mining Randy Hawes, Gulf of Georgia Cannery’s Loren Slye, Richmond City Councilor Harold Steves, Delta-Richmond East MP John Cummins and Steveston Community Society’s Jim Kojima to talk about how Steveston is developing its cultural, recreational and heritage assets.
John serves up some great looking burgers for Richmond city councillor Bill McNulty and all those enjoying the sunsine in London Heritage Farms.
John joins fellow MLAs Harry Bloy, Ida Chong, Dave Hayer, Doug Horne and other delegates to honour the National Korean War Veterans Day,
John delivering a speech on behalf of the B.C. Government at the Thrangu Monastery for the unveiling of the new statue.
John takes a tour of Port Metro Vancouver with Duncan Wilson of Port Metro Vancouver. Port Metro Vancouver trades $75 billion in goods with more than 160 trading economies annually and supplies 47,700 direct jobs in B.C.
John demonstrates the power of the B.C. SCRAP-IT Program, celebrating its 15th anniversary with the crushing of its 25,000th vehicle at the Richmond Auto Mall.
John and fellow MLAs get together before taking part in this years "Walk with the Dragon".
John shows off the new painting he bought of the Steveston Museum with its artist John Beatty during the 7th Annual Fraser River Art Festival at London Heritage Farm. The painting will be a great addition to the artwork on loan from the Richmond Artists Guild hanging in the Richmond-Steveston Constituency Office.
MLA John Yap receives a gift of calligraphy with the message of “Harmony and Peace” from Mr. Wang Daowei, head of the Guangxi delegation. During Mr. Wang's visit, he toured the Richmond area and met with John in Victoria.
John presents plaques to the Guangxi Business Association of Canada board of directors to mark their inaugural ceremony.
John spoke at Volunteer Richmond Information Services Annual General Meeting. He is pictured with Michael Chiu. June 8, 2010
John joins Linda Reid and Rob Howard at the opening of the Steveston Farmers & Artisans Market on May 23rd.
John meets with Mr. Koh Yong Guan the High Commissioner to Canada, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Singapore.
John speaking at the Richmond Chinese Community Society’s Asian Heritage Fair.
John spent time listening to student presentations at the Richmond Delta Regional Heritage Fair.
Richard T. Lee MLA, FU Hu Chi (president of Vancouver International Enterprises Ltd.), John Yap, MLA, WANG Pengfei (Deputy Secretary General, Changbai Mountain Reserve & Development District, Government of Jilin Province), HU Mengling (PRC consul), ZHANG Yuduo (Deputy Division Director, Foreign and Overseas Chinese Affairs, Government of Jilin Province) and George Lian (president of Canada-China Business Association)
John and fellow MLA Rob Howard delivered Premier Campbell’s greetings to Mary Quan (Vice Chairperson of CCC).
John joins Michael Wang, Miriam Cheng, Louie Tong (VP of Fairchild TV), Rob Howard MLA and Richard Wong at the Aberdeen Centre for the Better City, Better Life – Shanghai Expo Photo Exhibition.
John, Linda Reid and Rob Howard observe Anti-Bullying Day on the front steps of the provincial legislature.
John with Rob Howard and Minister Ben Stewart at the Olympic Oval before the ice surface is removed.
John hands out medals at the Richmond Soccer Jamboree at Hugh Boyd Field.
John is pictured with Linda Reid and Dave MacDonald, Executive Director of the Richmond branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association.
John talks with some constituents who came out with thousands of other Steveston residents to celebrate the arrival of the 2010 Winter Olympic torch in Steveston.
John at Ryan Vending’s announcement they will be carbon neutral as of this month, thanks to measures to reduce carbon emissions and through the purchase of carbon offsets from Pacific Carbon Trust. With John are Mayor Malcolm Brodie, Ryan Vending General Manager Glen Jackson and Pacific Carbon Trust CEO Scott MacDonald.
John dotted the eye of the lion at the Rotary Club of Vancouver Chinatown’s annual Chinese New Year dinner.
John wishes Fairchild TV viewers a Happy New Year in Mandarin at the Fairchild studio.
John and fellow MLA Rob Howard present a congratulatory certificate to Michael Ching, president of the newly-opened Spa Versante.
John at Norsat International Inc. with President and CEO Aimee Chan. Norsat is a Richmond company which won the Richmond Chamber of Commerce award for Business of the Year (51+ employees)
John with fellow MLAs Rob Howard and Linda Reid at the official opening of the very first 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Visitor Kiosk, which is located at Lansdowne Canada Line Station.
John and fellow BC Liberal MLAs Linda Reid and Rob Howard present the latest installment of traffic fine revenues to Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie. Since 2004, the Province has returned all traffic fine revenues for municipal public safety initiatives.
John, along with MLAs Rob Howard, Linda Reid, Mayor Malcolm Brodie, and Richmond MP Alice Wong, cut the ribbon to open the new Lansdowne Road extension. Access through Richmond's City Centre to the Richmond Olympic Oval and the Canada Line is now greatly improved.
John at the opening ceremony of Winter Wonderland at Richmond City Hall. He is pictured with Magdalen Leung, MP Alice Wong and Richmond East MLA Linda Reid.
As B.C. communities gear up for the Olympic Torch Relay, John grabs the opportunity to pose with the 2010 Olympic Torch.
John in the studio with host Fenella Sung during an interview on Fairchild AM 1470.
John helped to Paint the Town Red at Lansdowne Mall. This event was part of a cross-country effort to encourage everyone to wear and decorate in red and white to show support for Canada's athletes.
John spoke at the opening of Steveston-London Secondary. He is pictured here with Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard and Linda McPhail, Chair of the Richmond Board of Education.
John attended Tammy’s Beauty and Slimming Centre’s 16th Anniversary and SFU-Chinese Culture Club’s fundraiser. He is pictured with Corporal Gary Law, fellow MLA Rob Howard, Tammy Jue, Chinese Vice-Consul Chen Ribiao, and SFU Professor Emeritus Dr. Jan Walls.
John attended a welcome dinner hosted by the Canadian Chinese Business Development Association. He is pictured with CCBDA Vice President Nicholas Kam, Wise Ji of China De Shun Investment and Development Co., CCBDA President Amy Huang and CCBDA Vice President Emily Cheng.
John joined Mary Polak to celebrate Foster Family Month with a free skate at the Richmond Oval
John and Richmond East MLA Linda Reid with Captain Kirby Graham at the Shellmont Firehall on No. 4 Road, which recently reopened after seismic upgrades and other improvements were completed.
John joined Mayor Malcolm Brodie and Richmond East MLA Linda Reid to plant trees at London Farm. The City of Richmond planted trees under the Trees for Tomorrow program and hosted an all-ages celebration.
John Yap, Minister of State for Climate Action, and Fraser Basin Council chair Dr. Charles Jago recognized the City of Vancouver and the Corporation of Delta as the first municipalities to earn Gold Ratings from E3 Fleet. E3 Fleet, a national program managed by Fraser Basin Trust, recognizes excellence in vehicle fleet management and environmental performance. Delta Mayor Lois Jackson and Vancouver Councillor Ellen Wordsworth accepted the awards on behalf of their municipalities at the annual Union of British Columbia Municipalities convention in Vancouver.
John was at the Chinese Benevolent Association’s celebration of the Peoples’ Republic of China’s 60th Anniversary Celebration. He is pictured with Jeffrey Wong (Vice-President of 818 Channel Media), Deputy Consul General Li Wenci, Consul General Liang Shugen and Mrs. Liang.
John spoke on behalf of Minister Ida Chong at the closing ceremony of the 2009 BC Seniors Games in Richmond. With more than 4,000 participants, these were the most successful Games ever.
John met to discuss education issues with Richmond East MLA Linda Reid, Education Minister Margaret MacDiarmid, Richmond School Board Chair Linda McPhail and Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard.
John at the Terry Fox Run held at Garry Point. He is pictured with Councillor Bill McNulty, Miss BC Sandra Gin and Mayor Malcolm Brodie.
John and fellow MLA Rob Howard "cut the cord" at the opening for the new state-of-the-art maternity ward at Richmond Hospital.
John at the unveiling of the Steveston Legacy Project, which received a $200,000 BC150 grant. He is with artist Norm Williams and Mayor Malcolm Brodie. August 30, 2009.
John and Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard were on hand for the opening of the Canada Line. Thousands of people took advantage of the fare-free first day of the Canada Line, which was completed on budget and three-and-a-half months ahead of schedule.
John participated with fellow BC Liberal MLAs in the S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Walk with the Dragon at Stanley Park. He is pictured at the ribbon cutting with Minister Margaret MacDiarmid and Minister Ida Chong.
John was pleased to participate in the Richmond Mandarin Lions Club's inaugural Garden Festival, held at Lansdowne Mall. With him are Ed Fast, Conservative MP for Abbotsford, Mayor Malcolm Brodie and Richmond Mandarin Lions member Helen Quan.
John attended the Martial Arts Expo, a charity event organized by SUCCESS to enhance its services and programs. Minister Yap is seen here with Sing Yeo Lim, MLA Richard T. Lee, Peter Kwok and Betty Funston.
John gave opening remarks at the Fraser River Art Festival held at London Farm. With John is Linda Reid, MLA for Richmond East, her daughter Olivia and Mayor Malcolm Brodie.
John attended the opening of the new Lulu Island winery. He is pictured with fellow BC Liberal MLA Rob Howard, Catherine Yuen of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, and winery owners John Chang and Allison Lu.
John attended the opening of Mt. St. Joseph Hospital’s new Rapid Access Breast Clinic. He is pictured with Sandra Heath, Vice Chair Tapestry Foundation, Dr. Urve Kuusk, Medical Director MSJ Rapid Access Breast Clinic, Minister Dr. Moira Stilwell, Minister Kevin Falcon, Linda Cho, MSJ Rapid Access Breast Clinic Patient, Dianne Doyle, President & CEO of Providence Health Care, Monsignor Stephen Jensen, Vicar General and Father Vincent Nguyen. Fellow MLA Stephanie Cadieux is in the front.
John celebrated Canada Day with fellow BC Liberal MLAs Rob Howard and Linda Reid at the Canada Day parade in Steveston and the Steveston Salmon Festival. July 1, 2009.
Minister Yap and Richmond MP Alice Wong dotted the lion at the opening of Interlink Realty Corporation’s offices.
John Yap was named Minister of State for Climate Action in the recent cabinet shuffle. Lieutenant Governor Steven L. Point, OBC, watches on as Minister Yap signs the Book of Oaths.
Members of the Chinese Canadian Military Museum and John Yap met at Foo's for dinner. June 9, 2009.
John Yap, pictured with Premier Gordon Campbell and Clerk E. George MacMinn, was sworn in today as MLA for Richmond-Steveston. June 8, 2009.
John hosted a delegation from Nanning, China, at the Legislature. He is shown here in the Legislative Chamber with Nanning's Vice Mayor PAN Hejun and James Ho.
John with ITM Model Search contestants at the River Rock Casino.
John, Mayor Malcolm Brodie and Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard at the season opening of the Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market.
John spoke at the funeral of his close friend Bennie Yung. Bennie will be greatly missed by all who knew him. March 28, 2009.
John Yap presents a cheque for $157,280 to Linda McPhail, Chair of the Richmond Board of Education, Ms. Jane McFadyen, Principal of Hugh Boyd Secondary School, and Mr. Peter Charles, Assistant Manager of Maintenance for Richmond School District 38. The money is upgrade to a new high-efficiency boiler and to optimize the building automation system. March 27, 2009.
John dropped the puck to start the Spirit of 2010 Hockey Tournament. With him are Liam Flynn and Garet May. March 17, 2009.
John with fellow BC Liberal MLAs Harry Bloy, Ida Chong and Richard T. Lee, as well as S.U.C.C.E.S.S. director Sing Lim Yeo at the Dialogue with the Premier event. March 14.
Premier Gordon Campbell and dozens of other members of the BC Liberal Government Caucus take a stand against bullying on Anti-Bullying Day. February 25, 2009.
John with Solicitor General John van Dongen at the Anti-Gang announcement where the Solicitor General released his plan to crack down on illegal guns. February 13, 2009.
John and fellow BC Liberal MLA Linda Reid dot the eye of the lion at the Richmond Chinese Community Society's Chinese New Year celebration at Richmond Centre. January 31, 2009.
John presents a plaque to Xiachang Rong of the Sichuan Opera House at the 2009 Spring Festival Cultural Celebration at River Rock Casino Resort. January 31, 2009.
John and fellow Richmond MLAs with leaders of the Chinese-Canadian community. January 29, 2009.
John speaking at the Yaohan Chinese New Year Celebration in Richmond. January 26, 2009.
John and Richmond East MLA Linda Reid present $5,000 for the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society's exhibition with EarthArts. Also pictured are Barbara McLean (2010 Legacies Now), Shannon Harvey (EarthArts), and Marie Fenwick (Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society). December 16, 2008.
John was joined by fellow MLA Linda Reid, West Richmond Community Association President Hans Havas and Mayor Malcolm Brodie for the unveiling of Richmond's future Seniors Wellness Park. December 15, 2008.
John handed out medals at the International Wheelchair Curling Championships. He is pictured here with Vince Miele from the Richmond Centre for Disability. December 13, 2008.
John attended the opening of the spectacular new Richmond Olympic Oval. December 12, 2008.
John Yap broke ground on the new Highway 99 shoulder bus lane with Minister of Transportation Kevin Falcon, fellow MLA Linda Reid and Translink CEO Ted Prendergast. December 11, 2008.
John presents a medal to Scott Haller at the "Worker Appreciation" Ceremony at the Richmond Speed Skating Oval.
Premier Campbell joined Richmond MLAs Linda Reid, John Yap and Olga Ilich at the Oval to show appreciation for the workers who built it. November 28, 2008.
John and fellow BC Liberal MLAs Richard T. Lee and Sindi Hawkins are proud to support the Ride To Conquer Cancer. November 26, 2008.
John delivered Provincial Greetings to the Pacific International Junior Judo Competition at Steveston Community Centre. The event was hosted by the Steveston Judo Club. November 22, 2008.
John had the pleasure of speaking at the S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Annual Volunteer Appreciation Ceremony. November 21, 2008.
John joined Premier Gordon Campbell and fellow Richmond MLA Olga Ilich for the successful test run of the Bridgeport-Airport section of the new Canada Line. November 12, 2008.
Richmond MLAs Linda Reid, Olga Ilich and John Yap prepare to lay a wreath at the Cenotaph at Richmond City Hall. November 11, 2008.
John Yap helped to open the new Riverside Spirit Square with Mayor Brodie and Councillors Derek Dang, Rob Howard, Bill McNulty, Sue Halsey-Brandt, Cynthia Chen, Linda Barnes and Evelina Halsey-Brandt. November 9, 2008.
John, Tammy Jue and Mayor Malcolm Brodie get ready to cut the cake at Tammy's Beauty Centre 15th Anniversary Fundraiser where money was raised towards an MRI for Richmond Hospital. Friday, November 7, 2008.
John presents a plaque to Jane Zhang, publisher of Global Chinese Press, in honour of GCP's eighth anniversary. Friday, November 7, 2008.
John visited James McKinney Elementary School for "Paralympic School Week." With John are Sumi, Todd Nicholson, Minister Shirley Bond, and Dave Guscott of VANOC. November 3, 2008.
John and Matt Pitcairn arranged a non-partisan Youth Forum at Steveston Community Centre. The Forum is to help to increase youth involvement in elections.
John presents $100,000 for to Roger Barnes and Cheryl Dunham of Richmond Youth Soccer.
October 12, 2008
John presents a medal to a local soccer player at the Thanksgiving Soccer Tournament.
October 12, 2008
John Yap receives a tour of the Vancouver International Airport from Anne Murray, Vice President, YVR Community and Environmental Affairs.
John Yap speaks at the Closing Ceremonies of another successful Richmond Night Market.
John attended the Richmond Chinese Community Society's "2008 World Heart Day Children Drawing Contest" at Lansdowne Mall.
John presented a $200,000 cheque to members of the Steveston Community Society for the construction of a life-sized bronze sculpture depicting three fishing industry workers, circa 1930, in front of the Gulf of Georgia Cannery. July 31, 2008. Left to right: Jim Kojima, John Cummins MP, Norm Williams, John Yap MLA, Loren Slye.
Richmond MLAs John Yap, Linda Reid and Olga Ilich joined Mayor Malcolm Brodie to announce Richmond will receive $550,000 in provincial LocalMotion funding to upgrade the Middle Arm Greenway and provide residents with greener transportation options. July 23, 2008.
John attended the Chinese Universities Alumni Association of Vancouver AGM. He and fellow MLA Richard T. Lee also met with the new Board of Directors. July 19, 2008.
John toured the Justice Institute of B.C. with President Jack McGee. July 17, 2008.
John was delighted to take part in the Steveston Salmon Festival Parade on July 1st, 2008.
John was delighted to take part in the Steveston Salmon Festival Parade on July 1st, 2008.
(Pictured here with Mayor Malcolm Brodies and fellow Richmond MLAs Linda Reid and Olga Ilich.)
John attended the Richmond Amateur Radio Club Field Day at Garry Point in Steveston. He is pictured with club member Elizabeth. June 28, 2008.
John spoke at the Richmond Rotary AGM, and helped present a cheque for $350,000, which the Rotary raised at its Seniors Gala this year. June 25, 2008.
The 3 Richmond MLAs presented $2,203,831 in traffic fine revenue to the City of Richmond to help enhance its policing and community-based public safety programs. June 24, 2008.
John presented a $2,000 cheque from the province's SportsFunder to help start up a Richmond chapter of KidSport. KidSport is a community-based sport charity that provides grants for Canadian children age six to 18 to participate in a season of sport of their choice. June 18, 2008.
John helped cut the ribbon of Richmond's new Sport Campus BC, a new state-of-the-art home for a large number of sport-related organizations at the BCIT Aerospace Technology Campus. June 19, 2008.
John attended the Grauer Elementary School Multicultural Dinner, band concert and mural unveiling on June 19th, 2008. He also announced the Strong Start program for Grauer Elementary this coming fall. Also pictured: principal Rick Gibbs and Board of Education Trustee Grace Tsang.
John is with Superintendent Bruce Beairsto, Principal Rick Gibbs, and firemen while attending the Grauer Elementary multicultural dinner and concert. June 19, 2008.
John attended the Richmond Senior Soccer Provincial Cup at Hugh Boyd Fields in his Richmond-Steveston riding. He shook hands with the two Richmond teams - the All Blacks and the Dragons. June 14, 2008.
John attended the Chinese Benevolent Association of Vancouver and the Chinese Community's China Earthquake Relief Fundraising Dinner. One million dollars was raised. June 14, 2008.
John was pleased to join Rick Thorpe, Minister of Small Business and Revenue, to present a $30,000 cheque to S.U.C.C.E.S.S. (the United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society) Business Mentorship Program. Also pictured: Tung Chan of S.U.C.C.E.S.S. June 12, 2008.
John joined local dignitaries and community members for Dim Sum. Pictured with John are Mr. Silva Kwok, Vancouver Chief of Police Constable Jim Chu and Michael Chiu. June 8, 2008.
John presented a cheque for $210,000 to the Richmond Orchestra and Choir. John is pictured with Jim Watson of the Richmond Community Foundation and Mr. Ron White of ROCA. June 7, 2008.
John was happy to attend as the the British Columbia Children's Art and Literacy Centre Society hosted a day of art activities for children to celebrate the launch of Governor General Award Nominee Max Newhouse's new book, "The House That Max Built."
John is pictured with Linda McPhail, Chair of the Richmond Board of Education and Sandra Bourque, School Trustee.
John attended the 6th Byng club Breakfast, celebrating scouting, at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
June 4, 2008.
"Java with John" at the Cannery Restaurant in Steveston. This is a chance for constituents to talk with John, ask questions and share opinions/suggestions. John is talking with Ron Hyde. Matt Pitcairn and Dan Baxter are also present.
John attended the retirment "roast" of RCMP Superintendent Ward Clapham at the River Rock Casino. John presented Ward with a "Presentation" copy of his two minute statement in the Legislature about Supt. Clapham. May 31, 2008.
John took part in the Rotary District Conference, held at the River Rock Casino in Richmond. John is with Len Smith, Past President of Rotary International for England and Ireland. May 16, 2008.
John joins guest speaker Finance Minister Carole Taylor at the Rotary District Conference in Richmond. May 16, 2008.
John attended the Integrated Youth Services Society event on May 16, 2008. He is pictured with Esther Ho, Executive Director and Dr. Alman Chan, Director of Christian Zheng Sheng Assoc. Ltd. and Principal of Christian Zheng Sheng College.
John was happy to speak with Richmond Steveston Grade 6 students from École Élémentaire Tomekichi Homma Elementary School at the BC Parliament Buildings. Also pictured is teacher Mr. Don Allison. May 14, 2008.
John attended a meeting with the Consul General Yang about the Rotoplast mission to China in October.
left to right:Consul Qiu, Mrs. Magdalen Leung, John Yap, Consul General Yang, Chris Offer (from Rotary International), Dr. Collin Yong (from BC Children's Hospital) and Consul Shen. May 9, 2008.
John, along with Solicitor General John van Dongen attends a federal government announcement of $60-million for flood protection on the Fraser River. The funds will be matched by the provincial government. May 9, 2008.
John is joined by Environment Minister Barry Penner and Labour Minister/Richmond MLA Olga Ilich during the federal government's announcement of $60 million for flood-mitigation projects across B.C. May 9, 2008.
John made an address and attended the grand opening of the Steveston Farmers' and Artisans' Market in Steveston. May 4, 2008.
John and Richmond mayor Malcolm Brodie take part in the traditional fish toss during opening day of the Steveston Farmers' and Artisans' Market. May 4, 2008.
John attends the opening of the Richmond Regional Heritage Fair held at the Richmond Cultural Centre. May 3, 2008.
John presented a proclamation from the Lieutenant Governor to Mr. Gary Ho, CEO of the Tzu Chi Foundation of Canada at King George Park in Richmond. May 3, 2008.
John joins local sailors in Steveston during the Richmond Yacht Club Sail Past. May 3, 2008.
Also pictured: Joan Archer, the Honourary Parade Marshall and Tom Irwin the Cruise Captain.
John and fellow MLAs met with Ms. Maureen Siu, the new Director of the Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office in Canada. April 30, 2008.
John attended a talk and question period with members of Advocis, Financial Advisors Association of Canada. April 30, 2008.
John and MLA Iain Black hosted a Rotary Club visiting from London, England at the BC Legislature. April 29, 2008.
Rotary Group Study Exchange delegation tours the Parliament Buildings in Victoria with John. April 29, 2008.
John puts his punch-bag skills to the test during the the ActNow BC mobile pavilion during it’s 20 city tour. April 29, 2008.
John takes part in the Walk for MS in Richmond. April 27, 2008. The WALK is a critical part of the Society’s fundraising efforts and is a significant program in funding research towards a cure for MS.
John was happy to attend the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Unit 10 Richmond 1st Annual Open House and Recognition Event. Pictured with John are Unit 10 crew members Hugh, Neil and Travis. April 26, 2008.
Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Unit 10 Richmond 1st Annual Open House and Recognition Event.
The event was held in Steveston to recognize volunteers in the community who have gone above and beyond in their volunteer activities. John is pictured with John Urquardt of Unit 10. April 26, 2008.
John visited the grade 6 and 7 students at Homma Elementary School. He was invited to speak to speak about his role as an MLA and about the provincial government. John is pictured with two students and Don Allison, the teacher who invited him. April 24, 2008.
Tourism, Sport and Arts Minister Stan Hagan visits with John during a tour of Steveston, including the Britannia Shipyards. April 22, 2008.
From left to right - John Yap, Dave Semple, Loren Slye, and Min. Hagen.
John hosted Stan Hagan, Minsiter of Tourism, Sport and the Arts, during a tour of Steveston. Pictured in front of the Gulf of Georgia Cannery: John Yap, Dave Semple, Loren Slye, and Min. Hagen. April 22, 2008.
John hosted Stan Hagan, Minister of Tourism, Sport and the Arts, during a scenic tour of Steveston. Pictured in front of the Gulf of Georgia Cannery: John Yap, Dave Semple, Loren Slye, and Min. Hagen. April 22, 2008.
John joined The Premier and Kwantlen president Skip Triplett during the announcement that Surrey Kwantlan College is now designated as a university and will be called Kwantlen Polytechnic University. April 22, 2008.
John attends the 2008 Vaisakhi parade at Vancouver's Punjabi market with Premier Gordon Campbell and several legislative colleagues. April 19, 2008.
MLAs John joins fellow MLA Olga Ilich to present a $50,000 cheque to the City of Richmond mayor and staff. The funds will be used to pursue twinning opportunities in Asia.
John joins Jessie Wowk Elementary School Principal Susan Johnsen and Education Minister Shirley Bond to celebrate Education Month 2008.
Spirit of 2010: Richmond MLAs Linda Reid and John Yap take part in the Ceremonial Puck Drop at the Richmond Ice Rinks.
Linda Reid and John Yap drop the puck with Ed Gavsie, chair of the Richmond Spirit Committee, and two junior hockey players.
John attending the annual Concerto Concert, staged by the Richmond Music School. Pictured with him is Lorraine Palmer, her mother Betty Kronier, and Maureen Koss, Chair of the Richmond Music School Board. The Kronier Family generously donated to the Richmond Music School, which now has a permanent endowment fund of $100,000 to assist with programs, instruments, music etc.
Linda Reid and John Yap were delighted to meet students attending the BCIT Aerospace Technology Campus.
John Yap and Linda Reid learn about aerospace technology while touring the BCIT Aerospace Campus in Richmond.
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