Happy Monday, Richmond!
In case you missed it, KidSport Richmond is hosting its annual gala this week to raise funds for kids to be able to play sports.
Meanwhile, Richmond residents are encouraged to wear pink on Wednesday.
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Today's weather...
Nothing but showers in the forecast to start the week off, but it appears to be warming up today.
Temperatures are expected to hit a high of 11C and a low of 8C in Steveston Village, according to Weatherhood.
Click here to check out forecasts for other areas of Richmond for the rest of the week.
Photo of the day...
For today's feature photo, GMR regular Caroline Sayson captured Richmond City Hall brightened by the sun setting last week.
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Fun fact about Richmond...
Do you know when the Vancouver International Airport was built?
Vancouver International Airport, or YVR as we know it, commemorated its opening on July 22, 1931 with this poster.
The airport was a single runway with a small, wood-frame administration building that welcomed 1,072 passengers the year it opened, according to YVR's website.
Now, it is Canada's second busiest airport and connects travellers to more than 118 non-stop destinations.
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