An insurgence in posters stuck to utility poles, transit shelters and public spaces around Richmond is being investigated by the city.
The large number of posters, with contents written in Chinese and English, include advertisements for businesses and work opportunities for nannies, housekeepers and even a caretaker for a "personal wine collection."
One utility pole near Walmart was spotted with three such posters, with one covering the other. The poster advertising a position for a wine collection caretaker was also spotted on a utility pole in Vancouver near Olympic Village.
Clay Adams, City of Richmond spokesperson, told the Richmond News the city is following up on complaints about such posters being glued or taped to public spaces over the past month.
"We are actively investigating the posters and their content through business licence and bylaw investigations, while Public Works crews are removing them where they can," he said.
Adams explained strong adhesives were used in many cases, which made the posters "extremely difficult to remove."
He added the city is concerned some posters may contain content linked to "questionable or possibly fraudulent activities."
Community members are asked to refrain from sharing personal and financial information with unknown third parties online, in person or in writing.
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