Loren Slye is a former Canadian Navy diver and submariner. He is also a retired industrial fire chief and former City of Richmond fire captain. He’s a Steveston resident, married for 46 years to his wife, Janie. They live in his wife’s 1920s era family home in Steveston, which has been a restoration project of his for 40 years. Among his many community involvements, Slye is chair of both the Britannia Heritage Shipyard Society and Steveston Historical Society. He is also a member of the 20/20 Steveston Historic District Design Committee.
Best public landmark:
Britannia Heritage Shipyard historic site and all of its wonders. You need a full day.
Best place to take an out of town guest:
The Historic Japanese Benevolent Society House in Steveston, with the newly installed Suikinkutsu — a centuries old garden ornament and technique that produces a pleasing sound from water.
Best neighbourhood:
Steveston.
Best way to spend a Saturday afternoon:
Browsing through all five of the historic sites in Steveston.
Best way to spend a Saturday night:
With your loved one.
Best place to get fresh produce:
Steveston Farmers and Artisan Market on Sundays at the new site Steveston Community Centre parking lot.
Best place to have a picnic:
London Farm, Steveston Tram or Garry Point.
Best walking/running/biking route:
Railway Avenue Greenway.
Best restaurant:
Papi’s for the best Italian food ever.
Best coffee shop:
Steveston has 12. Pick one.
