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Winner sure to be a newcomer With John Cummins now out of the picture, six are vying to become the next MP for Delta-Richmond East BY

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Voters in DeltaRichmond East head to the polls Monday to select a newcomer to be their next member of Parliament. For almost 18 years the riding was held by Conservative MP John Cummins, who announced he was leaving federal politics last month, shortly before the writ was dropped.

Federal Election ‘11 Hoping to fill his shoes are Conservative KerryLynne Findlay, Liberal Alan Beesley, the NDP’s Nic Slater, the Green’s Duane Laird, independent John Shavluk and Jeff Monds of the Libertarian Party. Several candidates had stepped forward for a snap nomination meeting held by the local Conservatives after Cummins made his

announcement. That process was mired in controversy when Delta school board chair Dale Saip won the nomination only to have it taken away when his past financial troubles were publicized. Findlay, a lawyer and Vancouver resident who finished second in the vote, was then handed the nomination, despite her also having past financial issues. The snap federal election forced the Liberals to scramble to find a candidate and that’s how Beesley, a businessman and former lawyer who also doesn’t live here, was appointed. Slater and Laird, who were also appointed by their parties, are both South Delta residents. As far as Shaluk, who lives in North Delta, he’s been making his presence known, but the same can’t be said for Monds, a Vancouver resident who’s kept a low profile. Some of the national issues debated during the short campaign included the economy and the leadership styles of Stephen Harper, Jack Layton and Michael

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for Monday’s federal election. Ignatieff, none of whom made a campaign stop locally. Local issues that have generated debate include port expansion, the South

Fraser Perimeter Road, saving farmland and the controversial jet fuel pipeline proposal. The Liberals released a “B.C. Agenda” this week

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that includes seeking a United Nations designation for Burns Bog. It remains to be seen if any of the candidates will be able to alter the right-

wing political landscape in Delta-Richmond East now that the popular Cummins is out of the picture. More intriguing is what could happen nationally with Layton’s NDP bumping the Liberals out of second place in recent opinion polls, which also found Harper’s Tories in the lead. Showing his concern about Layton, Harper warned this week of economic damage if the NDP leader forms a minority government with the support of the Liberals and the Bloc Quebecois. Elections Canada says preliminary estimates from the advanced polls had voting up over 34 per cent across the country from 2008. Delta-Richmond East had 5,314 people turn out for advanced voting, up from just over 3,600 the previous election. Voting in Monday’s general election takes place from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information on how and where to vote, check with the local Elections Canada office at 1-866-4998025 or www.elections.ca.

Liberal message ‘resonating,’ says Beesley Voters turned off by antics of Prime Minister Stephen Harper, he claims BY

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Lawyer and businessman Alan Beesley likes his chances in Monday’s federal election. The Liberal candidate for Delta-Richmond East believes his party’s fortunes could change here now that longtime Conservative MP John Cummins is out of the picture. “The Liberal message is resonating in the riding. The more people I meet, the more engaged they’re becoming as election day is approaching,” says Beesley. It’s also in large part due to voters being turned off by the antics of Prime Minster Stephen Harper, he says. “I think it’s beginning to resonate with Canadians. A

lot of them are just fed up. When you talk to people, the contempt of Parliament stuff seems a little abstract, but in the context of everything that’s happening, it’s very much a symptom of more things to come.”

Federal Election ‘11 Beesley says he was impressed with the performance of Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff in the recent televised debates. “I thought the most poignant part was when Michael Ignatieff said, ‘This is not bickering Mr. Harper, this is democracy.’ It highlighted the fact the

Conservatives, that want to be called the Harper government, have a very different view of democracy. They have a bubble democracy where they’re not interested in hearing from average Canadians.” Beesley also referred to Harper drawing fire when a university student and her friends were kicked out of an Ontario Conservative rally after organizers saw her Facebook profile picture, which was a snapshot of her with Ignatieff. “Clearly, Harper thinks 18-year-old girls are a great threat to our democracy. It shouldn’t have taken him three days to apologize. I can assure you, I know Ignatieff personally, and none of that would have ever happened with Michael.”

The Liberals’ “Family Pack” of promises includes money for post-secondary education, daycare, family care, pensions and a green renovation tax credit. It would be funded with a slight increase in the corporate tax rate. “I think Canadians have a simple decision. Do they believe in the Liberal view of Canada, where the Family Pack is the emphasis, policies which would help Canadian families with better education opportunities, stronger pensions for seniors, additional daycare spaces, or do we need untendered jets and bigger U.S.-style jails?” asks Beesley. As far as the economy, Beesley notes Harper has been taking a lot of credit for decisions that former

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Liberal Alan Beesley has been championing the party’s Family Pack platform. Liberal prime minister Paul Martin had to make. “Let’s not also forget that it was the Liberals who denied the mega merger of the banks. That’s another factor that put us and our financial institutions in a better position than other-

wise they might be.” Beesley is a Vancouver resident, but at a recent all-candidates meeting co-sponsored by the Delta Chamber of Commerce and the Optimist, he said he’d like to move here regardless of the election outcome.

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Conservative candidate gets crash course in local issues as she looks to succeed popular longtime MP BY

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It’s no easy task trying to replace popular longtime MP John Cummins, says Conservative candidate Kerry-Lynne Findlay. The Vancouver resident and lawyer, who plans to move to Delta-Richmond East, says she’s received a warm welcome and positive feedback during the campaign. “I’ve been busy. I’ve been knocking on doors in all areas of the riding. I’ve been meeting groups that have their own important focus. “For instance, a group of six farmers came to speak to me the other day to tell me about what’s on their minds. Also, I’ve been in to see (MLA) Vicki Huntington, (Richmond) Mayor (Malcolm) Brodie and some of the Delta (and) Richmond councillors to make sure that I understand what’s uppermost in their minds. I found it all very positive, so I’m enthused.” As far as some of the big issues people have wanted to talk about, Findlay says

the most common one on both sides of the Fraser River is the economy. The Conservative platform calls for elimination of the deficit by 2014-2015, a year earlier than planned, but no major programs would be cut.

Federal Election ‘11 Findlay says residents also complained about the number of elections in the last few years. She says law and order, health care and security issues are also uppermost on people’s minds. “I’m a mother of four and had the elder care of my parents before they passed away, so I certainly understand why those things are on people’s minds the most. They want to run their businesses and move forward and have a good foundation of economic growth. “In terms of family, we all worry about available

health care and timely health care and law and order issues, because those affect us most of all.” As for local issues, the loss of farmland for road and port expansion is something that has drawn perhaps the biggest concern in Delta, says Findlay, noting the jet fuel pipeline proposal is the most contentious topic in Richmond. Other issues she’s heard include airport noise and dredging secondary channels. “I think on the Delta side, people are concerned about where all this expansion is leading us, whether it’s the port or South Fraser Perimeter Road, plans for development at the TFN (Tsawwassen First Nation). I think there’s a lot of questions on people’s minds about how that will affect their way of life.” As far as the accusation by NDP rival candidate Nic Slater, who at a recent allcandidates meeting said she was trying to hide behind Cummins with her constant references to the retiring six-term MP, Findlay says, “Because people know

Conservative candidate Kerry-Lynne Findlay has been briefed by retiring MP John Cummins, but says she has her own approach and her own way of viewing things. John, I just wanted people to know that he has been briefing me and we are in communication. Of course, I’m my own person and have my own approach and

my own way of viewing things. However, John and I have a lot in common in terms of our perspectives and what we care about. “I think it’s a wonderful

riding. You have these wonderful, diverse communities within a community. I’m looking forward to moving into the riding and getting to work.”

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Duane Laird has been busy promoting the Green Party’s platform, but hopes people will also take a hard look at who’s responsible for the problems in today’s world. “I’d like to think people would take a look at Fukushima (Japan nuclear power plant) and the BP (British Petroleum) blowout in the Gulf (of Mexico) and all the other things that have gone on and say that the people who got us to this point have been the Republicans and the Democrats, the Liberals and the Conservatives. “That’s how we got here and if we want to change the direction, you don’t keep on sending the same people back to do the same things they’ve done before,” says the Ladner resident. “We already have Green policies in place. Just because you’re a Liberal or Conservative, it doesn’t mean that you don’t understand that the environment is an important place. Often times they will put in some-

thing Greenish, maybe not Green all the way, to change society for the better.” The Green Party of Canada has a Vision document containing comprehensive policies. The document states: “The Green Party’s down-toearth solutions will work in

Federal Election ‘11 Canada because they have worked around the world. Many have been successfully applied in Europe, where Greens are elected at all political levels, including the European Union and national parliaments. Countries where Greens have served in government are the countries creating new, high-paying jobs while simultaneously meeting targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions... Their economies and environmental laws are both strong.” Laird, who encourages voters to read the document on the party’s website,

says he’s impressed with its comprehensiveness, calling it more thorough than the provincial Green Party’s statements. Laird ran provincially for the Greens in 2005 and 2009. He says the Green Party, however, is about more than the environment, and has an economic platform Canadians should consider. “That’s one of the hardest parts for people to really get a grip on, that there is a way of changing things. Part of it is how we view the economy and what’s good and bad about the economy.” Laird notes the way Prime Minster Stephen Harper has carried out the business of government, which resulted in a contempt charge, has people upset. “I think Harper has really become a lightning rod. People just aren’t buying his message anymore. I’ve had people talk to me about the G20 meeting. It was a billion dollars to come out with a statement that said, ‘Yup, we’ve got some problems.’ That was the

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Slater fighting for community’s future

NDP candidate has concerns over port and highway expansion, development of farmland and jet fuel pipeline BY

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New Democrat candidate Nic Slater has a big job trying to increase his party’s share of the vote in DeltaRichmond East. Since the riding was reconfigured in 2003, the NDP candidates in the last three federal elections managed to garner just over 14 per cent each time. In this election, Slater, a Ladner resident, has been campaigning on a number of local hot button issues he hopes will resonate with voters. At the recent all-candidates meeting sponsored by the Delta Optimist and Delta Chamber of Commerce, he explained that he’s been involved in many issues that matter to his neighbours and family. “We cannot afford to lose any more prime farmland in Richmond or Delta. Instead of threatening thousands of acres of productive farmland, let’s take positive actions like the Richmond Terra Nova farm to improve our food security. “Dredging issues are

common both here in Ladner and in Richmond. In Richmond, the river is not deep enough for the massive oil tankers needed to supply jet fuel for the controversial pipeline facilities on the south arm. The NDP would not support something that would prove to be so hazardous to a community.”

Federal Election ‘11 As far as agencies like NAV Canada, YVR and Port Metro Vancouver, Slater says, “You have no transparency, you don’t have any kind of collaboration. We do that in our daily lives, the government needs to do the same thing.” On his Facebook campaign page, it’s noted the loss of land, and of local farming, is what led to Slater’s participation in politics. When asked at the allcandidates forum what policies should be in place

to protect farmland and assist young farmers, Slater, noting he graduated from agricultural school in 1979, said land prices are so high nobody can afford to buy land to farm. “It’s the ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve). It’s not federal, it’s provincial, but it’s still what we need to let young people get back into farming in this area. But the most important thing — stop the development on farmland.” Saying the federal Environmental Assessment Act is a joke, Slater also conveyed concerns about port expansion and the South Fraser Perimeter Road. As far as what tax cuts would be initiated to aid private sector recovery, Slater notes the NDP would restore the corporate tax rate of 19.5 per cent, up from 16.6 per cent, while reducing the small businesses rate from 11 to nine per cent. The NDP’s other promises include a new job creation tax credit of $4,500 per new hire. Slater told the Optimist

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of their wealth and the ability to invest that wealth in new business, which would benefit the poor.” A hybrid of left and right politics, Libertarians say, “Government interference in current social concerns such as pollution, consumer protection, health care Federal delivery Election and pover‘11 ty exceeds the level required for the protection of individual rights.” The party’s position on the economy is “a reduction of both taxes and government spending; an end to deficit spending; the removal of all government impediments to free trade; and the repeal of all controls on wages, prices, rents, profits, production and interest rates.” Some of the other policies include eliminating the Canada Health Act and Bank of Canada. Monds didn’t attend the all-candidates meetings in South Delta and did not return Optimist attempts to contact him.

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rights activist, Shavluk says he began on a political path in 1983 after witnessing blatant racism and abuse. He says his political leanings, though, can be described as a Red Tory, a Joe Clark Conservative. As far as outgoing MP John Cummins, Shavluk asks, “Being in PHOTO BY CHUNG CHOW the party, show John Shavluk is not a fan of the current me what he got us political party system. here? They’re railelectricity or have cars roading Gateway converted to less expensive through us. Look at the container traffic that’s going natural gas. He says there are milthrough here. Nobody is talking about an electric rail lions of natural gas cars in system to move these things other countries but oil companies forced the Canadian out of here. government to drop natural “Don’t get me wrong, I gas initiatives. like John, but he was basi“What’s going on is a cally muzzled and shoved to the backbench. He would crime against all of us and somebody has to stand up.” have got us some attention Shavluk also hasn’t been had he been an indepenguarded when it comes to dent.” speaking on such issues as At the recent all-candidates meeting co-sponsored fighter jets and jail construction. by the Delta Optimist On his website, Shavluk and Delta Chamber of calls for the creation of Commerce, Shavluk said what can be referred to as nothing has been done the Common Sense Party. about utilizing the Fraser River to generate cheap

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Delta police’s annual commercial vehicle inspection blitz last week saw a slight decline in the number of trucks that were taken off the road. The department’s traffic section was out in force at various locations throughout the community for three days in a commercial vehicle safety initiative, now in its fifth year. The Delta police commercial vehicle enforcement unit teamed up with a number of other agencies to pull over and inspect a total of 474 trucks April 19 to 21. Of that, 186 (38 per cent) were given an out of service order. Last year, the same threeday initiative pulled over 448 trucks with 42 per cent receiving an out of service order. “One of the strategic goals of the Delta police department is to make Delta’s roads the safest in B.C.,” said department spokesperson A/Sgt. Paul Eisenzimmer. “Delta has one of the highest, if not the highest, ratio in B.C. of commercial vehicles transiting its roads.” The blitz targets older container, dump and com-

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A woman was arrested for impaired driving early Wednesday morning after the truck she was driving ended up in a Ladner ditch. The 35-year-old was driving a Ford pickup in the 3600-block of River Road West at around 4:30 a.m. when she collided with a power pole, knocking out

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The Delta school board has pulled back on some of the deep cuts it planned in its latest budget, but trustees warn the reductions still going ahead will have an impact in the classroom. The board agreed Tuesday to adopt an operating budget for 2010/11 that has several reductions to help make up for a $3.49 million shortfall, but those cuts were scaled back from what was originally proposed. Chair Dale Saip said it’s an example of the board’s collaborative approach with its partner groups. Secretary treasurer Joe Strain said it was decided to dip into reserves more than planned to help balance the books. That money will enable the district to keep a full-time custodial staffer originally slated for layoff as well as one full-time teacher. The board also agreed not to cut the supply budget for schools, not to reduce alternate education staff and two educational assistants who support students with special needs. It also won’t initiate a new bussing fee. The board had planned to dip into reserves to take out $672,000 but will now dig deeper and take out $1.2 million to reduce the severity of the cuts. Strain, however, noted the reserves are one-time money and the district could face a similar budget

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Trustee Gordon Masi says the public must get behind school boards in their efforts to get the provincial government to increase education funding. predicament in the future. The school district is still making other reductions, including chopping nine full-time equivalent teachers, which trustee Simon Truelove pointed out will have an impact when it comes to increasing the student-teacher ratio. “What I’m worried about is that there’s not a clear understanding of what that means. This doesn’t just mean that some classes will have 31 students instead of 30. What it means is that in the secondary schools some blocks will not be able to run, which means that students won’t get certain choices and certain courses that they want to take,” explained Truelove. “It also means at the elementary (level) there’s going to be more split

classes, which makes it more difficult for teachers to meet the needs that are in the class of all the students, not just the students who are ESL or special needs. So that’s a lot of money and a lot of cuts, and it has an enormous impact,” he said. Noting about $11 million has been cut in the last three years, Truelove said the district has managed to maintain a high level, but now some students will feel the effects. Trustee Laura Dixon agreed, saying the board has made a commitment to “joint advocacy” to show the Ministry of Education the point has been reached where cuts can’t continue. Her colleague Janet Shauntz said there appears to be an attempt to “to starve the system” and the

government somehow needs to grasp that the current funding formula doesn’t work. Trustee Gordon Masi said while he also agrees a concerted effort is needed, he’s worried about what appears to be public apathy toward the funding situation school boards regularly face. “I think the message of advocacy toward the ministry is fine, but it also needs to be directed at our public... I don’t know what flag we need to run up to get the public voice unified in this advocacy,” Masi said. “It’s scary at this point, not only as a teacher but as a trustee, to see these things happening all the time. I’m just not sure what we can do to scare or shock or somehow motivate the public to get more involved in the public school system. Without having unity and some sort of powerful public voice behind us, it’s going to be very difficult to get anyone in Victoria to listen to us.” Meanwhile, the school board got some good news this week when it was informed it would receive a facilities grant of $2.9 million. The money will be used to repair and upgrade a variety of facilities, including the appearance of Delta Secondary in Ladner. Facilities director Frank Geyer said some school roofs, in particular, are in need of repair or replacement because they are on the verge of failing.

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MURPHY’S LAW There aren’t too many politicians that get to leave on their own terms, so in that sense John Cummins should consider himself lucky, although his longevity in Ottawa had a lot more to do with hard work and principled representation than it ever had to do with luck. After finishing a distant fourth in the 1988 federal election, Cummins rode a Reform wave to the nation’s capital in 1993. We elected him because he was a Reformer and because we were fed up with the governing Conservatives of former prime minister Brian Mulroney. In that respect, Cummins, a high school teacher and commercial fisherman, was in the right place at the right time. Soon, however, constituents began to realize they hadn’t elected any old politician to send to Ottawa. This guy was actually speaking his mind, consequences be damned. It was a novel concept, although it was fairly easy early on because Cummins was in opposition and, well, the opposition’s job is to find fault with government. What really began to endear him to constituents is that he wouldn’t limit his criticism to the governing Liberals. If you were doing something he didn’t think was in the best interests of Canadians — and it didn’t matter your political stripe or your role in or out of government — Cummins would let you know. Even after finding himself on the government benches, he continued to speak out, proving no one or no party, including his own, was off limits. This type of behaviour, particularly in an environment of strict party discipline, often got him in trouble, initially costing him critic portfolios and ultimately the role of fisheries minister, despite a grasp of the issue that dwarfed all others. While his outspoken, maverick ways were taking a toll professionally, they were also ingratiating Cummins with voters back home, who returned him to Ottawa by ever-widening margins. DeltaRichmond East became his domain as opposing parties’ efforts to unseat him got dialed back as the probability of success became more and more remote. Even those who fought against him in election campaigns had an underlying respect for the MP’s convictions, if not his policies. Cummins has often said that when he was finished with federal politics he wanted to be able to walk down the street and have people say he did his best to represent them. After almost 18 years in Ottawa, he’s most definitely earned that distinction. There certainly aren’t many around like John Cummins.

Candidates a question mark when they’re not one of us NATHALIE HEIBERGHARRISON

COMMUNITY COMMENT How important is it that DeltaRichmond East candidates live and work in Delta or Richmond? How important is it that they have been engaged in the community before, breathed the same air as us and felt the same frustrations, victories and worries? How important is it that they know the issues through and through? Considering we’re electing them to go to Ottawa, earn $157,731 a year and properly represent 106,000 of us, I would say pretty damn important. Sometimes political parties have no choice though, as was the case in Skeena-Bulkley Valley. After failing to find a single candidate to fill the empty Liberal ballot, the party recruited University of British Columbia student Kyle Warwick to run in the coastal B.C. riding. The political science major postponed his exams and started

cramming for the election right ideologically it is. Our issues here away. It’s probably an understateare a bit different. So is our hisment to say he’s facing an uphill tory. Luckily, the new candidates battle. were able to do a bit of cramming In an interview with the Muskeg and party lines help them fill in the News, a local paper in Prince blanks. Rupert, Liberal riding association So the question remains, was president Rhoda Witherly said, “It’s there nobody from Delta-Richmond not a happy occasion to have to do East willing to represent these two this ... On the other parties? If you hand, it’s better than have been followAlthough not having a candiing the news, you will know this date at all.” geographically that In this case, there wasn’t the case. isn’t much of a Unfortunately, was a choice between a parachute candidate stretch, ideologically sometimes in and no candidate at it is. Our issues here politics highly all, which only leaves qualified, wellare a bit different. So respected a party with one candiis our history. option if they’re trydates who live and ing to win a mandate work within the to govern Canada. community don’t The fact they went to students to fit the candidate cookie cutter fedfill the void shows both desperaeral parties have and they’re swiftly replaced. tion and ingenuity — this is the demographic that needs to be more I don’t deny the Liberal and politically engaged and providing Conservative candidates in DeltaRichmond East are highly qualifresh-faced candidates is one way (although certainly not the only fied. They have qualifications up way) to do that. the ying-yang in fact, from their law degrees and political endorseIn Delta-Richmond East though, this wasn’t the case. Two “paraments to their awards and succhute” candidates, as we like to call cessful businesses. They’re quick, intelligent, savvy and tactful, but them, have been heralded in from they’re not from here. That’s the Vancouver. Although geographicrux of it all. cally that isn’t much of a stretch,

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could be any one of us. Austin accuses me of “obediently reciting” my party’s position. Had he attended any of the all-candidates meetings, he would have been as embarrassed as I for my Conservative opponent who was often literally reading from her party’s policy manual at the debates. He may also have noted that my Conservative opponent only attended three of the five all-candidates meetings. Why are Conservative candidates across the country so afraid to engage Canadians? They seek our vote, but do not wish to speak to us unless “Facebook checked.” Open and accountable? I think not. Austin also castigates the Liberals for the gun registry that “persecuted farmers, hunters and natives...” I have a rifle and a shotgun. The registration process was straightforward and took about 30 minutes. Persecution? Hardly. With respect to the $50 million the auditor general’s draft report cited as being used in Tony Clement’s riding for unauthorized purposes, I quote that great

Canadian pundit, Rick Mercer: “The Conservatives won’t release the report because they say that would be contempt of Parliament. And the reason we are having an election is, er, because they are in contempt of Parliament.” Gotta love Rick. $1.2 billion on a 72-hour G8 fake lake photo op? $13 billion for unnecessary jails? $30 billion for uncosted jets? A $6 billion tax break for the top five per cent of corporations while running a record deficit of $56 billion? The choice is clear: It is between Conservative pandering burdening our grandchildren with debt or fully costed Liberal policy focused on the family, education and pensions. As tempting as it is for Liberal policy advisors to propose tax breaks during this election campaign, we understand it would be irresponsible to do so. Canadians will not be bought with their own money. On Monday, let us remind Harper it is not the Harper government, it is the government of Canada, our Canada. I encourage all

Canadians to thoughtfully deploy that most powerful yet fragile of instruments: our vote. Alan Beesley Liberal Candidate Delta-Richmond East

Money better spent to bury lines

Editor: Re: Only two left to sell on ROW, April 23 I’m sure B.C. Hydro is crowing about nearly completing the sale of the strangely named Tsawwassen Heights homes more than a year ahead of schedule. I see it’s still projecting a loss of $21 mil-

lion, though. Sad that if it had taken this loss and added it to what it spent on the ugly power poles, it could have buried the lines. This would have saved the stress and anguish of 104 families and the eyes of those who see the poles every day. Philip Webb

Sidewalk no longer doubles as lake Editor: The Delta Law Office gives heartfelt thanks to the hard-working Delta engineering crew — labourers, supervisors, truckers, equipment operators and engineers — who showed up Thursday to fix our side-

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Editor: Re: Federal election voters given choice between stable leadership & chaos, letter to the editor, April 27 I accept Steven Austin’s challenge to explain how the Harper government has “oppressed” me personally. Stephen Harper’s treatment of one of his own former ministers, Helena Guergis, comes to mind. Harper, together with his first secretary, mysteriously tossed Guergis out of his cabinet and caucus without a word of explanation. It was left to Guergis to discover she was dropped from the party on the basis of salacious and vicious allegations that, as determined by the RCMP, were baseless. When interviewed about the revelations, Harper could not find it within himself to apologize to Guergis, nor could he even use her name. To ruin a woman’s career on the basis of unfounded allegations tramples on and oppresses the rights of all Canadians. Yes, Mr. Austin, when people are presumed guilty until proven innocent, I take it very personally: While I am no fan of Guergis, she

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Beautiful path spoiled by loose dog

Editor: Aren’t we fortunate to have such a wonderful pathway from the foot of 12th Avenue along Boundary Bay with a beautiful mountain vista? Many use this path extensively. I have jogged along this great path for years and have been approached numerous times by dogs off leash, fortunately without injury. This Wednesday, I went

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Editor: Mayor Lois Jackson says the protestors on River Road are “too late” and should have taken up the case years ago. The Federal Court of Canada doesn’t think so;

it decided to hear the case spearheaded by the Burns Bog Conservation Society in spite of the government’s motion for dismissal. The mayor used to speak out strongly against the destruction happening

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keep dogs on leash. If we all act in a responsible manner, it will be more enjoyable and safe for all. I have never written to the Optimist before, but I am concerned about the abuse of the bylaw as I have family members that also use the dike extensively and shudder to think what could have happened to a smaller person accosted by this loose dog. Brent Wladichuk

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Three small children appeared and tried to grab the dog to no avail as it kept circling and charging at me. It began to froth. An adult male finally arrived, but he had absolutely no control over the dog and it continued to attack me. They finally ended up chasing the dog toward beach, and are probably still chasing it. This is a highly utilized area and clearly marked to

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your guide to private school education

Many benefits to private system Smaller schools and classes offer a more personalized learning environment More than ever parents are looking to private schools as an alternative to public education. But what are the real differences between private and public schools, and which is the right choice for your child? Small Class Size Small class size allows for more flexibility. Private schools offer an alternative approach to education whereas public schools are intended to cater to all students. The smaller class allows for more individualized attention to the student and generally an opportunity for greater parental involvement. Parents of private school students tend to be extremely committed to having a

say in their child’s education. Many feel children are less likely to get lost in the shuffle if they attend a smaller school, which naturally nurtures a sense of community and belonging. Teachers In private schools, some teachers do not necessarily have a bachelor of education, but may hold master’s or PhD degrees in their area of specialty. While some insist on the importance of provincial standards for teachers, others say private schools have greater freedom to hire “the best person for the job.” As a result, teachers tend to enjoy more autonomy in the classroom and have more creative control over their teaching

methods. Character building and core values Private schools take great pride on shaping students into well-rounded individuals as well as ensuring academic success. Boarding schools in particular are geared toward developing self-confidence, independence and life skills. The private and independent schools tend to offer students a clear value system, which can be missing in the public system. University preparation Private schools can be more university-oriented. Many parents will choose a private school based on the acceptance rates and post-secondary choices of

graduating students. The importance of this makes the private schools take the university counselling and application process very seriously. Fewer social problems Studies have shown that students at private schools experience lower incidences of bullying, fighting, theft, drug use and racism. This may be because private schools pick and choose students with entrance exams and interviews, while public schools do not have this option. But it can’t be said these problems don’t exist within private schools — it comes down in every situation to the individual student and the choices they were taught to make.

A common criticism of private schools is they are elitist. While it was once true that private schools were the exclusive domain of only the wealthy, many now have well-funded bursary and scholarship programs to assist families with more moderate incomes. Private schools now have more diverse students, including increasing numbers from overseas. Some schools even boast multiculturalism as one of their founding principles. The bottom line is that each student is unique, and it’s important to explore the many options, and to closely examine curriculum, extra-curricular opportunities, career counselling and

Types of Private Schools

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Christian education equips kids for life School partners with home and church to provide children with strong foundation

A student enjoys a robotics course offered at Delta Christian School. attitudes that follow the Lord’s will. During the middle school years, grades 6 to 8, stu-

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ness, tumultuous social and emotional change, and a deepening (or searching) spiritual development.

their responsibility in caring for each other, in learning as a group and in working toward a common goal. During these crucial years, teachers focus on students understanding and implementing personal responsibility, a healthy work ethic and study skills, as well as exploring and developing personal talents, so they are thoroughly prepared for the high school of their choice and for life. When describing what his school offers its students, Bylenga says Delta Christian offers a curriculum that meets or exceeds the learning requirements set by the Ministry of Education. Students also receive Bible instruction, art, band, choral music and drama, computer classes and daily physical education classes. Most importantly, Delta Christian, in partnership with home and church, equips children to live purposeful, intelligent lives committed to gratefully and wholeheartedly serving the Lord.

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On the surface, education is about teaching a child reading, writing and arithmetic. However, a child’s attitude towards other people, towards creation and a child’s purpose in society is also being shaped by the school he or she attends, says Tony Bylenga, principal of Delta Christian School in Ladner. All of a child’s experiences — at home, in school, in front of the TV and on the playground — have a bearing in molding attitude. At school, teachers guide children, they individualize instruction so every child has the opportunity to reach his or her potential and they act as role models for children to follow. A Christian school environment builds upon this by encouraging children to realize that true wisdom and understanding is found in the Word of God. Furthermore, the social context of having classmates whose families share a common set of values encourages the growth of healthy relationships and

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child’s learning experience. Each child chooses two Choice Challenges per term, including areas as diverse as international cooking, astronomy, Russian, photography, drama, gardening, rockclimbing and medieval times, to name but a few. Choice students are motivated learners. Many of them are intense students who assimilate information at a rapid rate. Some are experts on subjects such as mushrooms, Greek mythology or paleontology at a very young age. The Passions Program capitalizes on students’ own areas of interest while developing valuable research and presentation skills. Each year Choice holds three Focus Weeks (Literacy, Math and Science, Arts and Culture) where students are suspended from their timetables for a week and are immersed in learning about the focus. For more information, visit www.choiceschool.org or info@choiceschool.org.

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where they are particularly strong while remaining in chronologically appropriate classes in other academic areas. Very bright pre-schoolers are admitted into kindergarten where they thrive unrestricted by a curriculum for which they are too advanced. Each child has an IEP and is intimately involved in the weekly monitoring of the goals so students’ progress is marked. The Life Skills course enables teachers to address the social and emotional needs of gifted children as well as focusing on other important life skills such as key-boarding, conflict resolution, learning styles, teamwork, collaboration and effective communication that will prepare them to be confident teenagers and adults. The Choice Challenge Program, Passions Projects and Focus Weeks provide exceptional opportunities for enrichment that form a significant part of each

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Choice School provides a secure, nurturing environment for gifted and intellectually very bright students to develop their academic gifts. Its mission is to provide an educational experience that is challenging and enriched. Since a very bright child requires a different educational program from the mainstream child, the school designs a program to each child’s individual educational needs. Teaching by concept unites learning around a common theme rather than by subject leading to more holistic learning. Critical thinking skills are honed and much learning takes place solving real-life problems and through hands-on activities. Choice students thrive because of the small classes, the customized teaching and the attention to the social-emotional needs as well as the academic. The curriculum enables students to advance beyond their chronological age in areas

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enrichment and challenge in a nurturing environment

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Taking the time to be a better parent DAWNA-LYN BROADHEAD Optimist contributor

Involve them in the whole laundry process. Have them gather up the dirty clothes, help load the washer and then press the button to get things started. Have them sort, fold and deliver the laundry. Give them responsibilities at an early age and make them age appropriate, like tidying their rooms and other areas of the home. Set appropriate time limits on chores and then head outside and play with your children. Take time to learn from them how to play computer games, because we all know they catch on so much faster that we do. Teach them how to do life and be willing to learn from them as well. Meal times and food can be an issue for parents, so involve your children in meal planning. You are in

charge and you decide what you want this to look like, but allow them some input as well. Have the children help you with a list and then go shopping together. While preparing meals, have the children help out by setting the table and prepping some of the food. Enjoy meal times together, which should take place at your table and everyone who is at home should join in. Have everyone share about his or her day and be respectful to one another while sharing. Taking the time and effort to be a better parent is not difficult. Those are just a few ideas to get you started on making your job as mom or dad a little bit simpler. Dawna-Lyn Broadhead is director of First Steps Preschool. 04293720

Being a parent is the toughest job in the world, yet it doesn’t require any course, school, studying or even a practicum. No manual is given or sent along with your child and there is no return policy if things just aren’t just as you had hoped. Our first time doing the parenting thing is scary and just when we have it figured out, something happens or, better yet, we add a something new like a sibling. In all this busyness of parenting, you need to take time for yourself and in doing so you will be a better parent. Whatever stages you are in with your children, don’t exhaust yourself because they will need you for a very long time.

Even when they are grown up and you aren’t parenting any more, they still need you to be their parent. So pace yourself, it is a long, demanding road, but oh so rewarding. Here are a few suggestions: Take some time for yourself to rejuvenate and fill your tank so you can continue being the best parent for your children. Go on a date with your spouse, have a coffee with a friend, go to a movie or read a book that doesn’t have a picture on each page. Have fun with your children in the everyday things of life. Involve and encourage them to join you in the tasks that need to be done to keep your home in order. Go on hunt for dust, and upon finding it, write your initials before removing the dust.

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BY PATTI KOENIG Optimist contributor

We all want to belong, to be included and feel accepted. This is especially true in school where peer pressure can be the biggest challenge. Students benefit from wearing a uniform to school by reducing social distractions and pressures due to appearance. Fashion differences create social divides and distractions. School uniforms are the great equalizer. Peer pressure and bullying are reduced. Everyone starts off equal. You can be judged on who you are and not on what you wear. School uniforms promote the values of order and discipline. They allow students to focus on learning and social acceptance. They help students develop the habits of success. Students aren’t the only ones that benefit from a uniform as there are also advantages for parents and the school itself. How do parents benefit? Many parents who haven’t yet experienced having a child wear a uniform to school think it will be expensive. That is often the opinion before their first visit to the uniform store. However, speak to that same parent after their first visit, and particularly a year later, and that opinion invariably has changed. First, the parent isn’t faced with the high cost of purchasing fashion wear. Second, many uniform items last more than one year so purchases for successive years most often involve only a limited part

of the uniform. Uniforms are easy to care for and are manufactured for durability. They are also manufactured with comfortable fabrics and in sizing that will accommodate all students. As important as the cost aspect is to families, most parents will say one of the biggest benefits of a school uniform, apart from reducing the impact of social pressures on their child to wear the newest trend, is the amount of time and stress the uniform saves in getting ready for the school day, including eliminating concerns about whether the outfit is appropriate for school. Simply put, everyone knows what the rules are and the stress level goes down. While parents benefit in these ways, so correspondingly do the student and teaching staff. How does the school benefit? The uniform engenders a sense of identity and camaraderie as well as pride in the institution and the school community. Conflict among students is reduced and an environment of inclusion and equality is promoted. Less conflict and discrimination means greater ability to focus on academic performance. Uniforms are a statement. Students who wear a uniform are a visual statement of the values of the school. He or she is saying I am part of this school, I adhere to the school’s values, conduct and beliefs, and I belong. I am included and I am accepted here. Patti Koenig is founder of Cambridge & Company School Uniforms.

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April 30, 2011 The Delta Optimist A19 In the Community

Gwen’s Growing and Giving sale next Saturday Hospice & OWL to benefit this year BY

DAVE WILLIS

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Gwen’s Growing and Giving is coming off its best year to date. “We raised over $3,000 in three hours,” Judy Matilda, one of the organizing committee members for the annual plant sale in Ladner, said of last year’s fundraiser. The committee is hoping to do even better on Saturday, May 7, which will be the 17th edition of the event. The sale won’t be exactly the same as last year. It has a new tagline — A Sharing and Caring Fundraiser — will be held at a different venue and there will be some new offerings. “Fancy gourmet lettuce,” which Matilda is growing, and sweet peas, sunflowers and parsley will be available this time. Expect to see perennials, including hostas, grasses, ground covers, roses, dahlias, as well as herbs at the sale. Gardeners should arrive early for the best selection, notes committee member Mary Ellen Jiles. “That’s where you find rare treasures, I think, if you’re any kind of a plant connoisseur,” she said. This will be the first year

the fundraiser won’t be held at the home of Gwen Szychter, who founded the event. “It grew, naturally, out of a recycling project. I had extra strawberry plants one year. People bought them and the idea got stuck in my head that maybe there was something here,” Szychter said last year. Proceeds from the upcoming fundraiser will go to Delta Hospice and East Ladner’s Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society. Last time the plant sale helped out a school and orphanage in Kenya as well as the hospice. Over 2,000 plants were donated to the sale last year. Donations came from community members, corporate sponsors, Sunnyside Nurseries, West Coast Seeds, Phoenix Perennials, Richmond Country Farms and the Business Improvement Association of Tsawwassen. Gwen’s Growing and Giving will be held from 9 a.m. until noon at 501658A St., Ladner. Prices start at $1. • If you’re interested in donating plants to the sale, contact Pam Mason at 604940-4274 or e-mail growingiving@hotmail.com.

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Gwen’s Growing and Giving organizers Shannon Marfleet (left) Judy Matilda and Mary Ellen Jiles are preparing for this year’s sale set for next Saturday.

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A20 The Delta Optimist April 30, 2011 In the Community

Historical talk

Students take the spotlight in heritage fair Ninth annual event will feature more than 70 displays as well as activities for the family

Last school year more than 150,000 students across Canada worked on projects or participated in a regional heritage fair. What is a heritage fair, you may ask? It is a bilingual educational initiative to encourage students to explore Canadian history and heritage in a dynamic, hands-on learning environment and then present the results at a

public exhibition. Students from Devon Gardens, Ladner, McCloskey and South Park elementary schools, as well as Delta Secondary, have presented their projects to their school bodies and now are representing Delta at the ninth annual Richmond Delta Regional Heritage Fair. The fair actively involves students, schools, heritage

organizations, businesses and community groups in a contemporary celebration of discovered traditions and events. Through the media of their choice, students display their stories about local, provincial or national heroes, legends, milestones and achievements, and present them to the judges and the public. The fair’s Delta judges

include Heather King (councillor), Faye O’Niel (aboriginal support worker), Guillermo Bustos (educational consultant), Laura Dixon (school trustee), Mark Sakai (executive director of the Delta Museum & Archives), Gwen Szychter (local historian and author) and Val Windsor (Delta Heritage Advisory Commission). This community-based

celebration of Canadian heritage through the eyes of our youth will be held on Saturday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Richmond Cultural Centre, where 74 student projects will be on display and fun activities will be offered for the whole family. Admission is free. For more information, call the Delta Museum and Archives at 604-946-9322.

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Historian Larry Wong and Second World War veteran Howe Lee will speak at the Ladner Pioneer Library on the Chinese-Canadian Wartime Experience: At Home and Abroad. It is part of a Fraser Valley Regional Library adult speaker series throughout May called “Always Remember...Not Just in November.” The talk is set for Monday, May 9 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

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April 30, 2011 The Delta Optimist A21

a career shift. For many years, Henkel had dreamed about having a career doing something she enjoyed — gardening. After taking the Organic Master Gardener, Henkel was offered an internship at Earthwise Society. Now she works at Earthwise looking after the garden and taking care of ecological landscaping projects in the community. “Organic Master Gardener really helped me with the basics of organic horticulture,” she said. “Even though I had been gardening for many years, I had never been taught the ecological basis of working with plants. Now, I use what I learned every day in my job, and share my knowledge with others.” Organic gardening practices recognize that we are stewards of the land and

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Ever thought about turning your passion for gardening into a career? Earthwise Society’s Organic Master Gardener course provides a thorough grounding in ecological horticulture that can lead to certification in organic land care through Gaia College and SOUL. Consumer demand for ecological landscaping services is on the rise, thanks in part to recent bans on the cosmetic use of pesticides in many municipalities. In response to growing demand, many landscaping companies are seeking employees with training in ecological land care practices through Organic Master Gardener. For Susan Henkel, horticulturist at Earthwise Society, the course helped her gain the confidence and expertise needed to realize

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that by learning to work with nature, gardeners can create balanced ecosystems that thrive without chemicals. The Organic Master Gardener course will be offered every Wednesday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. for 16 weeks starting May 11. The cost is $695, including textbook and online access to the Gaia College interactive website for one year. The course takes a science-based approach to ecological horticulture through classroom instruction combined with handson projects in the beautiful Earthwise Garden. A free information session will be held at Earthwise on Wednesday, May 4 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Call 604-946-9828 to register or e-mail info@ earthwisesociety.bc.ca.

Spring Fling

Ladner United Church is holding its Spring Fling today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will feature home baking, clothing sale, car wash by the church’s youth group, crafts, cards and more. Next Saturday the church is hosting a huge garage sale, also from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Logan Levi

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Notice of Land Use Contract Discharge DELTA LAND USE CONTRACT DISCHARGE BYLAW NO. 6938 – (Planning File LU006084) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the Council Meeting to be held on Monday, May 9, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at the Kennedy Seniors Recreation Centre, Main Hall, 11760 88 Avenue, North Delta, BC, the Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will consider third reading and ﬁnal adoption of Delta Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 6938, which relates to the properties listed below. The purpose of this bylaw is to authorize Council to discharge the land use contracts from the subject properties in the list below to reveal the underlying RS1 Single Family Residential Zone.

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602 Goldenrod Boulevard 5621 Goldenrod Crescent 5750 Goldenrod Crescent 5756 Goldenrod Crescent 11658 Hyland Drive 11819 Lyon Road 25 Parkgrove Crescent 11660 Ridgecrest Drive 11376 Sheffield Place 5627 Timbervalley Road 5400 Wallace Avenue 7060 Woodcrest Place

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Pursuant to Section 890(4) of the Local Government Act and Council’s resolution on April 18, 2011, there will not be a Public Hearing for this bylaw. Web Page Location: April 18, 2011 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.06 AND TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the bylaw, detailed maps and other relevant information and regulations may be inspected at the ofﬁce of the Community Planning and Development Department, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C., (604.946.3380) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., and Thursday between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. from April 29, 2011 to May 9, 2011 exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays. Interested residents have the opportunity to provide written comments regarding the application at this time. Comments are to be received before 12:00 noon, May 9, 2011. Comments should be referred to: Attention: Alex Cauduro The Corporation of Delta, Community Planning and Development Department 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta B.C. V4K 3E2 Telephone: 604.952.3163 Fax: 604.946.4148 E-Mail: com-pln-dev@corp.delta.bc.ca The Corporation of Delta 4500 ClarenceTaylor Crescent Delta BC V4K 3E2 www.corp.delta.bc.ca

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All decked out for Easter!

Henry Jonker

Ladner Christian Reformed Church

Get on with governing

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The Ladner Business Association held an Easter parade and egg hunt last Sunday afternoon in Ladner Village. Taking part in the procession, which began at the Delta Museum, as well as the egg hunt in Memorial Park were (from left) Trenton McKaig, Jake Pitcairn, Jesse Pitcairn and Jenna McKaig.

CHURCH DIRECTORY St. David’s

8:00 am - Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer) 10:00 am - Holy Communion (Book of Alternative Services) with youth and children's programs

Wednesdays

11:00 am Mid-week Eucharist (BCP) and lunch

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St. Andrew's Church SUNDAY

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9:00 am Continental Breakfast 9:30 am Service of Holy Communion

7 am Sunrise Service Wellington Point Park 9 am & 11 am Easter Worship with Communion

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St. Stephen's United Church 9696 Ladner Trunk Rd. (East Delta) The Rev. Doug Graves 10 am Easter Worship with Communion

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Sundays 10AM Worship Service

6:45 PM AWANA Children’s Club FRIDAY 7 PM Youth Night

All Saints Anglican Church

4755 Arthur Drive Ladner 604-946-8413

THURSDAY

SUNDAY SERVICES Holy Communion 8:30am Family Communion and Sunday School 10:00am

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treatment that victims and their perpetrators receive in our justice system — victims usually being revictimized. Health care was barely mentioned. What about the financial challenges that a flood of baby boomer retirements will present? How well do we care for our armed services personnel who return from the war front physically and emotionally scarred and maimed? If you’re like me, it would be easy to become cynical about all the political goings-on — partisan politics taking precedence over genuinely governing. The Bible teaches that “the authorities are God’s servants, who are to give their full time to governing.” Romans 13:6 Get out to vote and pray that the next government will get on with truly governing.

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Needless to say, there is a lot of unrest when it comes to politics on both the provincial and federal level. I suspect the federal leaders debate did little to sway voters one way or another. Interestingly, NDP leader Jack Layton’s debate performance scored better among the young voters of our nation. The latest polls put him in an increasingly popular light. During the English language debate, our prime minister hammered away at the economy. Gilles Duceppe played his Quebec card. Layton jabbed away at both primary party leaders. Michael Ignatieff too often repeated the accusation that Stephen Harper isn’t telling the truth — to the point that it fell on deaf ears. Disturbingly, too much was left unsaid by all. For example, many of us are concerned about the unequal

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Four teams made up of Sacred Heart School students recently competed in the B.C. Odyssey of the Mind competition. Two of the teams qualified to move on to the world competition in Baltimore in late May. 68 teams representing 35 schools in the province. The two Grade 4/5 teams placed second and fourth in their respective divisions,

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Baltimore, Maryland May 27 to 30. For more about Odyssey of the Mind, visit www. odysseyofthemind.com.

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A group of Ladner students will be heading south next month to pit their problem-solving prowess against counterparts from around the world. Sacred Heart School entered four teams in the provincial Odyssey of the Mind competition, two of which qualified for the world championships. Odyssey of the Mind is an international education program that provides creative problem-solving opportunities. In teams, students are challenged to apply their creativity to solve problems that range from building mechanical devices to presenting an interpretation of a literary classic. Sacred Heart entered four teams in the B.C. competition — two made up of students in grades 4 and 5 and two with students in grades 6 and 7. They competed against

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The Delta Sport Development Centre opened earlier this month adjacent to the Ladner Leisure Centre. The facility provides Delta Gymnastics with almost twice as much space as it had at the South Delta Recreation Centre, effectively eliminating the club’s lengthy waiting list. See more photos at www.delta-optimist.com.

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Bursting at the seams for years, Delta Gymnastics sets up shop in Ladner BY

JESSICA KERR

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It’s been a long time coming. After years of fundraising, planning and lobbying for a new space, Delta Gymnastics moved into its new home earlier this month and began classes last week. An official opening ceremony is planned for late May. The Delta Sport Development Centre, a $2.89 million undertaking, is the new permanent home of the gymnastics club. It includes a 5,500-squarefoot gym, large lobby and all the amenities the club requires, including adequate office space, changing rooms and lockers, and a multi-purpose room that can accommodate staff meetings, birthday parties and other events. The new space is almost twice as big as the old facility at the South Delta Recreation Centre, which allows Delta Gymnastics to offer more programs and accommodate more groups than ever before. The long waiting list has been all but eliminated. The club has changed a lot in its 30-plus years and this new space gives the group even more room to grow. Kari Cullen started a summer gymnastics program in the mid-1970s.

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The 5,500-square-foot gym is the centerpiece of the $2.89 million Delta Sport Development Centre. The gym club is still raising money to outfit the new facility. The early years were much different than the Delta Gymnastics Club we know today. After using space at Tsawwassen Junior High, the club moved into the South Delta Recreation Centre. There was little space for the burgeoning club, so classes were held in the halls of the centre and every day the mats and

other equipment had to be taken out of, and packed back up into, cupboards. As the club’s membership continued to increase, and the amount of equipment also increased, that job got harder and eventually the club moved into space at the front of the rec centre. As the years passed and the club’s popularity continued to grow, more programs

were offered and it became apparent that even more space was needed. In the late 1990s, the club began lobbying the municipality, and fundraising, to expand the current facility. However, a fire in 2002 that all but destroyed the gym put those plans on the backburner. The fire started on the roof and quickly spread.

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While the blaze was contained to the gym club, the damage there was heavy. The roof and top half of the walls were destroyed, as was all of the equipment. “It was ugly, really ugly,” said Carlene Lewall, who has been with the club for 30 years. “It was a horrible summer.” The club was down but not out. Its insurance cov-

ered most of the rebuild but the club was still short a couple hundred thousand dollars. More fundraising began just to help the club return to its former incarnation and programs continued throughout that summer at Boundary Beach school with borrowed equipment. By March of the next year, everything was back to the way it was — including the need for more space. So, the lobbying started again, and, after several more years of fundraising and pleading to expand the club’s facility, the dream became a reality. Last March, Delta council gave its approval to the construction of a new purpose-built home for Delta Gymnastics. The club was able to secure federal and provincial funding for the centre, which was completed in March. In total, Delta Gymnastics contributed $1.2 million with $938,500 from Delta and $753,000 from Ottawa. Last year, the club launched the Kids First Campaign in an effort to raise money to outfit the new centre with equipment and other supplies. Lewall said it still needs to raise another $300,000. For more information about the facility or programs offered by Delta Gymnastics, visit www. deltagymnastics.com.

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DSS students hit the stage BY

JESSICA KERR

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Delta Secondary drama students will be looking for laughs as the school’s annual festival of one-act plays hits the stage next week. Caught in the Act! will feature a total of 14 one-act plays over five nights, May 2 to 6. Students will perform five to six plays each night. Drama teacher Mark LeBourdais said the vast majority is this year’s offerings are comedies. “I got a very strong message from the students that they wanted to do comedies,” he said. There is one exception, LeBourdais said. One of the plays is more serious and deals with eating disorders. Students in Grade 11 and 12 acting classes perform the plays, which were all chosen by LeBourdais. Some of the students can be

seen in more than one play, he said, while other students are working behind the scenes as crew members. Rehearsals were in full swing this week as students prepared to finally perform the plays for a full audience. “It’s a lot of fun,” LeBourdais said. “The kids are really excited and keen.” Grade 12 student Tanner Nelson has a role in Playwriting 101: The Rooftop Lesson and said he is excited for show time. “It’s really a lot of fun,” said Brandon Lee, who is also in Grade 12 and stars in Playwriting 101 with Nelson and Justin Ross, who is in Grade 11. Caught in the Act! runs at Genesis Theatre. Curtain is at 7 p.m. nightly. Tickets cost $5 or $15 for a festival pass. To reserve tickets call the Genesis Theatre box office at 604-940-0069.

PHOTO BY CHUNG CHOW

From left: Grade 11 and 12 students Keara Reade, Robin Richardson and Thomas Buchanan star in Single and Proud, one of the 14 one-act plays in Caught in the Act! festival.

New camp centered around pets BY

LUCAS MENESES-SKODA

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Ladner mom Bobbi Vernier, with her youngest daughter Leah and the family cat, is working to open a new kids summer camp.

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On top of being a mother of three young children, Bobbi Venier isn’t just trying to kick-start any ordinary business. She’s doing so with the aim of raising public awareness on an issue that has become increasingly more prominent across the country. Venier, who lives in Ladner, has partnered with Jennifer Ego, founder of a flourishing new company, Pawsitively Pets Kids Camp. The camp, which has been well established in Toronto and Ottawa, is only three years old and has already seen a tremendous amount of success because of the kind of niche it’s created. Now, Venier is bringing it to the West Coast. “The idea is to give the kids the very best experience that they can to realize how important it is to be a responsible pet owner and how much work there actually is to raising an animal,” she says. Pawsitively Pets Kids Camp’s goal is to educate children in a hands-on way to properly care for an animal, while at the same time having fun. “Responsible pet ownership is the main core of this,” Venier says. “I’m turning it into something very fun, but the kids need to understand that having a dog doesn’t

mean letting them run around in the backyard. It’s a very big deal. It’s a family member.” The day camp, which will be held at Cedar Park Church in Ladner in July and August, offers programs for four different age groups. Young Pups (five to seven years), Cool Catz (eight to 10), Animal Care (10 to 13) and Mini Vet (12 to 16) have each been designed to give kids an interactive experience with a variety of animals. While the younger children learn the fundamentals of cleaning and looking after

a pet, those at the Mini Vet level will learn the basics about veterinarian medicine and what it takes to work in the field. Mini Vet campers will also get to experience a surgery in a vet office and learn all the techniques used to do basic procedures. Venier has been working alongside veterinarians and animal shelters to get this unique camp ready for its July 4 debut. She has already made arrangements to bring in an array of pets ranging from cats to gerbils from local animal shelters and has also got Mike Larson, owner of Mike’s Critters, onboard to introduce kids to some more

exotic animals. Venier has also been in negotiations with places like the Greater Vancouver Zoo and the Vancouver Aquarium to create a whole new program for kids coming to Pawsitively Pets Kids Camp. “I’m not going to take the kids to the aquarium and say, ‘OK, go through the aquarium program. That’s the same thing that everybody else gets, so it’ll be something totally different.” Through all the effort of creating handson fun, Venier has remained focused on the bigger picture of responsible pet ownership. “It frustrates me because people are so quick to include these animals, but not make them part of there family. You would never put your son outside in the pouring down rain or the snow and let them fend for themselves, but somehow it’s OK to do that to a cat? No. It’s not.” Venier says it’s imperative children learn animal care at a young age before adopting or buying a pet. “Because, you know, that’s why the shelters are so overrun. Everybody brings these bunnies home because they’re cute, but they don’t take care of them. “If we teach these people while they’re young, to be responsible, then perhaps the problem won’t exist later on.” For more information visit http://www. pawsitivelypetskidscamp.com or call 604812-2292.

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leisure&lifestyles travel

Tasmania on two wheels

CHERIE THIESSEN

Optimist contributor

e’re halfway up a steep grade on a mercifully quiet road just out of Risdon Vale, a suburb of Hobart, Tasmania’s capital. It’s Day One. We’ve cycled across the lofty Tasman Bridge with the wind up our noses and the rain down our collars but there are two things we’re thankful for: one, today we only need to cycle twentynine kilometres, and two, we’re 65ers and we’re still pumping. My partner, David, and I like to travel independently, but with accommodations and bikes waiting for us, a detailed itinerary prepared, and someone to call if we run into problems. That’s exactly what Green Island Tours provides. Our 14 days would take us from Hobart to Evandale — a total of 450 kilometres. The hybrid bikes were waiting at our Hobart hotel yesterday, and — a thoughtful touch — a bottle of Shiraz, which now nests in my saddlebag. A few hours later, under feeble sunshine, we’re rolling happily into the historic town of Richmond, with

hours left in the day to explore Australia’s oldest operating bridge (1823), the venerable St. Johns Catholic Church (1836), and Richmond Gaol, the country’s oldest intact jail (1825). We celebrate the end of our first day at our appropriately historic accommodations, the Richmond Barracks, built in 1830 and beautifully reincarnated into cottages. Out comes that Shiraz. Day Two consists of 55 hilly kilometers, with the last five in torrential rain, but relief is ahead we splash downhill with the Tasman Sea and Seabreeze Holiday Cabins on our radar. Never has the prospect of accommodation been so welcoming. Later, as the rain retreats, we seek out fish and chips, already anticipating the next day, when we’ll cycle only eight kilometres to Triabunna, and board the ferry to Maria Island. The ferry captain, John Cole-Cook, is passionate about the island, negotiating the swells while extolling Maria Island’s attractions to his scant six passengers: “The Fossil Cliffs are three hundred million years old. You should go there first and get a sense of the history. Have a peek

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Cherie Thiessen has a euphoric moment en route to Bicheno.

at the cemetery, and allow time for the old settlement of Darlington. Visit the Painted Cliffs later when the tide’s lower and the colours more intense.” We wander happily for hours. The Painted Cliffs, where we meet a few people, are splashed in coral highlights. Lastly we explore Darlington, where many of the deserted buildings have been resurrected: the school master’s house is now the ranger station, the Coffee Palace, built in 1888, is now a museum,

and the penitentiary building is now a dormitory. We’d love to stay, but our eight hours of happy roaming on the 27-hectare national park is coming to an end. The National Geographic Traveler has rated Maria as one of the world’s top 10 islands, and we’d agree. At Bicheno, we stay up late in order to catch our first glimpse of fairy penguins by the guide’s flashlight. In between the slush of waves, we hush to hear the diminutive little birds chittering.

The next day, dazed by sunlight and lack of sleep, we stop at East Coast Nature World to see what the dreaded tiger snakes look like, and to admire the koalas and Tasmanian Devils, who look way too cuddly to be saddled with such a fierce name. At St. Helens, we’re happy to have a day off, so we can roll along the Bay of Fires, named one of the world’s ‘hottest’ destinations in 2009 by Lonely Planet, and where every bend and hilltop reveals yet

another deserted beach. It would be easy to conclude the area was so named because of the ubiquitous orange lichen spreading over the area’s boulders, but in fact it was Capt. Tobias Furneaux who named this area in 1773 when he noticed the numerous fires lit by the aboriginals along this coastline. From St. Helens, the route takes us up some serious hills. We climb 1,500 feet against a headwind, but the thing about hills is eventually they tilt, and a little tilt goes a long way, speeding us well along the route to Tin Dragon Trail Cottages in Branxholm, and the next day, beyond. It’s Day 14 and only fitting that upon reaching Evandale we celebrate at the Stillwater, partially owned by a Canadian. Kim, from B.C.’s famous Seagram family, welcomes us at Launceston’s premier restaurant, where for four hours we savour the tasting menu and its accompanying Tasmanian wines, and the next day discover there is no age limit on hangovers. Travel Writers’ Tales is an independent newspaper syndicate that offers professionally written travel articles.

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west end of Gulf Road. Immediately following the parade, at about 1 p.m., Independence Day festivities continue with Family Funfest at Lighthouse Marine Park. Games, prizes, musical entertainment, refreshments and the drawing for the prizes in the Travel Raffle are all highlights of the day. This year’s Travel Raffle, which benefits the chamber’s

scholarship fund, includes a cruise for two on either the Danube or the Rhine, compliments of Viking River Cruises. Tickets are $5 each or three for $10, with Canadian at par. More information about the parade and July 4 activities is available from Heather McPhee, the event chair, at hmcphee@pointroberts.net or by calling 360-945-2313.

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After a search that last nearly 10 months, the Ladner Pioneers have turned to a familiar figure in the lacrosse community to lead them into a new era. The West Coast Senior Lacrosse Association club has announced Bob Taylor will be behind the bench for the 2011 season which gets underway next week. Taylor has done just about everything for Delta Lacrosse, spending a number of years volunteering as a coach and on the executive with his wife Denise. He is also an accomplished official, having spent many years working National Lacrosse League and Western Lacrosse Association games. He guided the Delta Islanders junior “B” franchise in the 1980s then returned to the same role three years ago when his son was team captain and the club was in desperate search for a coach. He takes on the Pioneers position under similar circumstances. It was last July when longtime coach Ross Frehlick informed the club the 2010 season would be his last. General manager Dave Dunn and assistant

coach Derek Murrell also let it be known they too would not be returning, leaving team president John Burr with three huge holes to fill. Burr, a former player and coach whose family founded the franchise back in the 1980s, immediately began his search to replace Frehlick and continually ran into road blocks. He zeroed in on four potential candidates — three of which had already landed opportunities elsewhere, while the fourth initially accepted the position then later declined. With training camp looming and players wondering what direction the club was headed, Burr was even considering returning behind the bench himself before calling Taylor. “He at first thought it was a joke,” laughed Burr. “I told him I would never had asked him if I was not desperate. He gave it some thought for a few days then said he would do it. “It’s definitely been a stressful situation, not only for me, but the players as well. Now, we finally can move forward.” Burr also likes the fact Taylor has never played for the Pioneers or is close friends with many players on the team. That often left Frehlick in a difficult

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After seeing their drive for a President’s Cup berth end with a loss to the Tri-City Bandits in the West Coast Senior Lacrosse Association championship series, the Ladner Pioneers are expected to have several new faces for the upcoming 2011 season incluidng head coach Bob Taylor who takes over from Ross Frehlick. position, especially when it came time to shorten his roster for the playoffs. “The hardest thing is going from a player to a coach with the same group of guys,” said Burr. “You play with these guys for all these years and then have to make some tough decisions that won’t leave everyone happy.” Taylor is expected to face an extensive rebuilding job

after the Pioneers loaded up their roster last season to take a serious run at a President’s Cup berth only to come up short. Those “rent-a-players” won’t be returning, while a number of others have opted to retire. Burr is hoping the 2011 edition of the Pioneers will feature more homegrown talent, even if it means slipping in the standings.

“That’s always the danger when you try to win a President’s Cup and bring some players in at the expense at the guys who have been here for a while,” said Burr. “We’re hoping some of them will come back.” Burr’s off-season agenda also included getting the Pioneers Alumni Association more active in the operations of the team.

It has worked to the extent where Frehlick has agreed to still be involved in player personnel, while Dunn also will help out at a executive level. Although the WCSLA’s regular season opens today, the Pioneers won’t see action until May 8 when they visit Royal City. Their home opener is May 12 (8 p.m.) against the Valley Rebels.

Islanders open new season this afternoon against Shamrocks their best campaign in franchise history — highlighted by their first-ever playoff series win, a quarter-final sweep of the Burnaby Lakers. They welcome back many key regulars, led by sniper Mike Mallory who produced 87 points, including 40

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The back end is led by third year starting goaltender Blake Duncan, while Sean O’Neill and Cody Hawkins are defensive standouts. Today’s game marks the debut of new head coach Jack Watson who comes to Delta after working as an assistant at the Senior “A”

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U14 Hurricanes win Delta Cup

Soccer team roars back for opening loss

Ladner Hurricanes roared back from an opening game loss in round-robin play to end their season in grand style by capturing the U14 Delta Cup boys soccer championship. The rocky start saw North Delta erupt for three goals in quick succession in the final half en route to a 4-1 victory. A lesson was learned and the Hurricanes didn’t lose again, finishing comfortably at the top of the table to secure a spot in the cup final against the Peace Arch Xtreme. The championship game was a hard-fought affair with both teams playing well. Ladner broke the deadlock when Braeden Harder capitalized on a rare mistake by the Peace Arch goalkeeper ans calmly put the ball in the back of the net. The second goal came from a beautifully crafted through ball from Carter to Harder, which caught the opposing defence square. Harder doesn’t miss many of these kind of opportunities and made no mistake. The Hurricanes midfield held its own throughout the game, and all attempts by the opposition were snuffed out by a strong and well organized backline. Coaches Avtar Sadhra and Philip Lee are very proud of the way the lads played the ‘beautiful game’ throughout the season, at times showing flashes of genius with their passing game. The Hurricanes’ roster also includes: Giovany Carias, Gordie Cooper, Marc-Andre Descoteaux, Inderjit Hothi, Ajay Hundal, Michael Lee, Brandon MacDonald, Zack McCullough, Sean Neil, Antonio Pesquera, Arman Sadhra, Justin Simonetti, Adan Tassone, Duncan Wade, Coleton Wasylyk and Max Youngson.

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The inaugural spring season for the 2004 Delta Kodiaks got off to a great start with a second place finish at the Novice 2 level tiering tournament — March 28-April 5 in Langley. This is a strong result for the Kodiaks, as they have only been together for a short period of time and are playing against some of the best young Novice level hockey players from Metro Vancouver. The Kodiaks tied their opening game (2-2) against the Young Guns AAA team, lost a tight second game (4-3) against the Vancouver Monarchs and won their third game (9-0) against the Young Guns AA team. The 1-1-1 record left them in second and set up a showdown against the Monarchs in the finals. The Kodiaks played hard in a 7-4 loss.

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Pam Sutherland – Sutton Seafair Realty Office: 604-943-3110 or Direct: 604-802-0227

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Seriously priced to sell @ $415,000 Call Pam to view @ 604.943.3110

and warm two bedroom, two bathroom 204-8220 No. 1 Road 121-8580 General Currie apartment in East Cambie area. Insuite laundry and storage plus a locker, huge entertaining size dining room, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, 2 south facing balconies. Secured under the building parking. Solid and well maintained building, trouble free, recently rainscreened and still under warranty. Close to all amenities, across form the Albert Airey Park. Asking $378,800

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WOW! Beautiful condo in Ladner’s Prime Waterfront Condo Development! River West! This spacious 1,353 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit has been renoaed with new kitchen, appliances, hardwood ﬂoor, H/W tank. Great unit!

2170 Westham Island Road-Ladner

#208-4743 River Road West-Ladner

priced @ $3,880,000

SOLD just sold this week by fraser

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One of a kind! Rare 3,300 sq. ft. custom built home with every option possible! You will not ﬁnd another home in Ladner to compare! Large 7,550 sq. ft. Lot (large backyard), front porch, massive covered outdoor living room. Stunning!

Wow! What an excellent 2 bedroom loft style townhome in the heart of Ladner Village. Updated with laminate ﬂooring, paint, moulding, counters, etc. 1,180 sq. ft. vaulted ceilings, 3 balconies, etc! Walk to all stores in 1 minute!

5848 Fair Wynd-Ladner

#15-4925 Elliiott Street-Ladner

priced @ $1,199,000

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Wow! Beautiful investment condo downtown Whistler! Top ﬂoor, executive corner suite, 2 bedroom. Ski-in-out location. Rental income of $26,000 per year! Live the 4 hour work week lifestyle! Don't miss this opportunity!

Show-stopper! This stunningly Renovated 2 Bedroom with Fabulous views is a must-see! New Everything! Brand new kitchen with granite counters, granite tile, etc! Etc! New walnut hardwood ﬂoors, crown, etc! PERFECT VIEWS! Low fees!

#7716-4299 Blackcomb Wynd-WHISTLER VILLAGE

#903-11920 80th Ave-North Delta

priced @ $599,800

priced @ $355,000

BURKEVILLE RICHMOND BUILDING LOT INCOME PRODUCING STRIP MALL

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WOW! What a great opportunity! Wonderful building lot on quiet no-through street in Burkeville! Minutes to all downtown Richmond amenities! 6,507 sq. ft. lot with rear lane access! Old home on lot! Do not miss this opportunity! Won’t last!

WONDERFUL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! NATIONAL TENANTS! GREAT UPSIDE POTENTIAL! 3.9 ACRES DOWNTOWN SARDIS/ CHILLIWACK. Value Village, House 2 Home Furniture, End of the Roll Carpets! 6% CAP RATE!

3531 Catalina Cr-Richmond

45150 Luckakuck Way-Chilliwack

priced @ $498,888

priced @ $8,998,000

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What a rare opportunity! Westham Island Winery is being offered for sale! 32.63 Acres of assorted mature berries! Beautiful 3,800 sq. ft. home built in 1997+ beautiful winery store, large barns, fruit stand, etc! WHAT an OPPORTUNITY!

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Absolutely beautiful 2 bedroom townhome in sought-after “Pillars”. Open kitchen concept, maple kitchen with center island, gas ﬁreplace, etc! Private large patio, etc! etc! Private access to 2 “separate” parking spots. Large storage workshop at your garage level! Beautiful unit! Don’t miss it!

#14-1700 56th Street-Tsawwassen

Beautifully renovated 1123 sq ft 2 bdrm, 2 bth corner unit with great sunny view! Updated with new laminate ﬂooring, blinds, hot water tank, paint, fridge, range & more! Totally rainscreened building, new windows, new roof, new balconies, paint etc! Like brand new building with 10 year warranty! Walk to all amenities in minutes!

B402-4821 53rd Street-Ladner

priced @ $378,800

priced @ $339,900

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e degr e 360 our online lt vir tua ONLY 1 REMAINING in 9 TOWNHOME COMPLEX. BRAND NEW HIGH-END UNITS! Private yards, 2-5-10 year national warranties, quality built, 3 bdrms, 3 baths. Call today for an information package, etc. etc. Nautre trails at your doorstep.

What a beautiful home! Extensively renovated back-split on very desirable street! New vinyl windows, attic insulation, top-of-the-line appliances, paint, (inside + out), reﬁnished hardwood ﬂoors, laminate mouldings, tile, upgraded electrical, stamped concrete patio! Huge park-like private front and back yard. (10,075 sq. ft. lot) Very quiet cul-de-sac location! Walking distance to schools and shopping! Large driveway! Easily suitable!

4766-55B Street-Ladner

1010 50th Street-Tsawwassen

priced @ $529,900

priced @ $699,900

CUTE UPDATED HOME

WOW! BEAUTY! 3 BDRM HOME

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Wow! Excellent 1,958 sq ft 3 bedroom home, master bedroom on main, 2 bedrooms up. New bathrooms, new wide-plank hardwood ﬂoors, new carpets, new paint, baseboards & crown, new kitchen backsplash & counters, new roof 3 yrs ago. Don't miss this very cute, updated home, walk to historic Ladner Village in minutes!

Absolutely beautiful 3 Bedroom Home in West Ladner! Main ﬂoor down, bedrooms up! Many updates including new roof, kitchen, appliances, mouldings, paint, landscaping, etc! Private sunny south-facing rear yard! Double garage, front porch.

priced @ $569,000

priced @ $569,900

WOW! BRIGHT CONDO

STUNNING CUSTOM HOME

4996 Mariner Place-Ladner

Wow! Excellent, bright 1 bedroom condo (764 sq ft) in Ladner’s sought after Ladner Pointe! Totally rainscreened & new windows, new roof, decks, interior hallways, gardens, etc! etc! Like brand new! Very spacious unit, quiet location overlooking garden! Walk to Safeway & London Drugs in 1/2 a minute! Do not miss this great condo! Location! Location! Location!

#B301-4821 53rd St-Ladner

priced @ $245,000

5962 49A Ave-Ladner

G N I D N E P OFFER Absolutely stunning 4 bdrm + games + office or 5 bdrm plus games home! Custom built, builders own home! Main floor down, bedrooms up! New stainless steel appliances, maple shaker cabinets, laminate crown, baseboard, etc! 3.5 bathrooms, walk-in shower and jacuzzi in ensuite. Totally private & rear yard with sunken hot tub and barn-style storage shed, literally steps to Park and 1 minute walk to historic Ladner Village Market & shops! 2 minute walk to nature trails & golf course at your finger tips. Front porch, double garage! This will not last! Don’t miss it!

4963 Westminster Ave-Ladner

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* Fraser CURRENTLY *Fraser CURRENTLY RANKS at #5 out of all RANKS at #4 out of realtors in GREATER all realtors in GREATER VANCOUVER for total VANCOUVER for total sales in 2011. (Over sales in 2011. (Over 6,500 realtors total) 6,500 realtors ranking total) That is actually That is actually ranking in the TOP 0.3% of in the TOP 0.3% of ALL ALL realtors in Greater realtors in Greater Vancouver!!! Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street

sales 44 since January 24th2011. 2011. sales since January 24th, 55 Rrm every1.40 1.70days! days. That sale every Thatisis1a sale AND 6 other accepted offers this week!

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This is it! Stunning 3 yr young coach home in excellent location! Beautiful, executive style main home, 4 bdrm + ﬂex room, 4 bathrooms, 2 balconies, open plan + high-end ﬁnishing throughout! Wide-plank hardwood, granite counters, crown etc. Separate 1 bdrm coach home above double garage can cover approx. $250,000 on a mortgage! Buy this beautiful 3 yr young executive home for less than cost of owning a $600,000 home. Rear lane access, private landscaped yard. Don’t miss this wondrul oppprtunity!

PRICED @ $849,900

4734 55B Street-Ladner

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2 BDRM, 3 BATH T/H WITH STUNNING VIEWS! Beautiful updated 2 bedroom 3 bathroom townhome in sought-after Faiway Views complex! Unobstructed views over the 6th green of the Beach Grove Golf Course. Peaceful setting with 2 private yards, one landscaped with fountain + pond, etc! Updates include hardwood, crown mouldings, new bathrooms, gas ﬁreplace, tile, etc! Stunning views! Walk to town centre or beach in minutes!

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check out virtual tour @ www.pixilink.com/tours5/916-tsawwassen-j Waterfront! Waterfront! Absolutely stunning 2,713 sq ft 2 year old executive home with beautiful style located on large, level lot on gated Tsawwassen Beach Road. Finishings include maple hardwood, gourmet kitchen, high-end appliances, open ﬂoor plan, etc! What a beautiful lifestyle! Watch the sunset every night from your private patio or deck.

PRICED @ $1,788,000

916 Tsawwassen Beach Road-Tsaw

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ONLY 1 LOT AVAILABLE IN LADNER’S NEW LYNN PLACE SUBDIVISION. CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION, WALK TO ALL SCHOOLS, SHOPS, ETC! BUILD CUSTOM WITH SERENITY HOMES. LOTS ARE SELLING FAST. CALL TODAY FOR DETAILS. CUSTOMIZE YOUR HOME CONSTRUCTION AND FINISHING. BUILDING LOTS BETWEEN $400,000 AND $500,000.

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PRICED @ $449,900

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Unbelievably updated! Stunning! Stunning! Stunning! Yaletown decor! Contractor's own home! Brand new kitchen with large island, 24" heated tiles, new cabinets, backsplash, open-plan to living room, etc! Hardwood throughout! Stunning new trendy bathrooms (all high-end ďŹ nishings), 1 or 2-bedroom self-contained suite down. 2nd bedroom could be 4th bedroom for main living. Separate laundry / new windows, paint, large new balcony, new concrete driveway + concrete pad at rear! Beautiful heated shop. Do not miss this! Quiet street, large yard!

priced @ $649,900

6046 49B Ave, Ladner

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Beautiful, updated 3 bedroom back-split type home on quiet street. Walking distance to all amenities. Updated with newer maple cabinets, renovated 3 pce bathroom w/slate tile, new 2" wood blinds in LR, etc! Open plan, large family room with patio doors t very private yard! Double carport! 8,719 sq ft lot. Great home! Great location! Don't miss it!

priced @ $669,900

4971 11A Ave, Tsawwassen

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Excellent spacious 1,159 sq.ft. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo in sought-after Fenton's Court! Large & covered balcony, outside entrance! Walk to historic Ladner Village Market in minutes! Don't miss this!

PRICED @ $332,000

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#206-4988 47A Ave., Ladner

CURRENTLY **Fraser Fraser CURRENTLY RANKSatat#5 #4out outofofall RANKS realtors all realtorsininGREATER GREATER VANCOUVER fortotal total VANCOUVER for sales in 2011. 2011. (Over (Over 6,500 realtors 6,500 realtors total) That is actually ranking That is actually ranking the TOP 0.3% in in the TOP 0.3% of of ALL ALL realtors in Greater realtors in Greater Vancouver!!! Vancouver!!!

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e degr e 360 our online lt vir tua Wow! Rare! 2.83 acre estate backing onto nature! What a beautiful property! Sprawling 2,500 sq ft rancher set back off private driveway! Excellent, level, landscaped & manicured grounds with mature blueberries and lots of pastrue for your hobby farm desires! Picturesque barn, loads of parking space and access to nature at your ďŹ ngertips! Easy access to all major highways too!

Excellent updated 2-level home in very sought after location! Extension at rear for large master bedroom with walk-in closet and bathroom. Large balcony with sunken hot tub and patio doors from master bedroom. Updates include: new exposed aggregate driveway with RV parking, roof 5 yrs, HW tank, double-paned windows, open-plan kitchen, etc. Single garage covered parking at rear! West-facing sundrenched yard. Very quiet street. Walk to Ladner Elementary and Ladner Village!

10429 64th Ave, Ladner

4323 49th St, Ladner

priced @ $1,395,000

priced @ $619,900

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stats taken as of March 27th, 2011

AND 6 other accepted offers this week!

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7. Central, very convenient W. 1. 1. South South Facing Facing rear garden, 4. Nicely maintained with some Richmond location 2. Generous size bedrooms. sundeck & fully fenced updating, hardwood, laminate & tile 8. Updated large kitchen 3. Very private low maintenance 2. backyard. Generous sized rooms 5. Bright kitchen double & bathrooms, 9. Oversized garage very (one sidedownstairs is longer and bigger 4. very well maintained quaint family room& 3. ALovely "Street Appeal" house. with a probably builtSchool, for truck or boat) 5. Feels much bigger it privacy hedge andthan lovely 6. 3 blocks to High Elementary 10. Lovely established actually is because of the very front gardens & parks and nature paths. neighbourhood. functional layout 6. Very bright - lots of natural light.

# 101 1642 56TH ST, BEACH GROVE, TSAWWASSEN

$359,900.00

OPEN HOUSE: SAT. & SUN. ~ 2 - 4

2 bedroom plus separate space for your computer. Never been lived in. Gorgeous N.W. exposed corner suite with balcony. Quality built building just steps to town centre, rec. centre and transportation to city and ferries. 9' ceilings, hardwood floors and high quality floor to ceiling windows make this open floor dynamic and easy to live in. Maple kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances is a gourmet's delight. It overlooks living & dining rooms. The master suite is private and has full ensuite and walk-in closet. There is a security system, 1 underground secure parking and secure locker. Great value.

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OPEN SAT. & SUN. 2-4 101 - 1642 56TH ST., TSAW. $359,900

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 351 - 56TH ST., TSAW $999,000

A LITTLE TOUCH OF FRANCE IN THE BAY! Lovely rancher on a 50x130 westerly exposed private lot with covered patios and in-ground pool. Lovingly renovated it has hardwood ﬂoors, newer white shaker kitchen, family room and living room and 2 good sized bedrooms.

Beautifully renovated one bedroom corner ground ﬂoor garden apartment with private S/E facing patio. There’s a new white kitchen with newer appliances. The master overlooks the patio and has walk through closet to the remodeled bathroom. A secure parking stall and locker are included.

5 Years young, never been lived in, NO HST! Beautiful west facing 2 bedroom and den apartment with maple kitchen with granite counters, new appliances, 9 ft. ceilings, wood ﬂoors - simply move!!

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS from this 2 year old (never been occupied) 6 bedroom with 5 ensuites home. Situated on a near 10,000 sq. ft. west facing lot overlooking farmlands and out to Boundary Bay.

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT 5784 GREENLAND DR., THE TERRACE - $615,000

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 5756 GOLDENROD CRES., TSAW $1,039,000

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 21 - 6105 RIVER RD, LADNER $579,900

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 4926 53RD STREET, LADNER $579,900

Gorgeous piece of southern exposed proeprty on a large corner lot with parkland across the street. Total oasis for outdoor lovers and, a nice 3 bedroom split level with double garage to boot!

UBNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS of farmland out to Boundary Bay and as far as Mt. Baker and the Coast Mountains from this 5100 sq. ft. Executive home in Forest by the Bay. This stunning Tudor style home offers main ﬂoor livng and 4 bdrms and a games room up plus a full basement that can accommodate teens or extended families ... and, views from every level.

RIVERWOODS - A private complex near marina and walking trails to Ladner. Just 5 years old this rancher has wood ﬂoors, 9’ ceilings, maple kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances overlooking family room and out to garden patio. Gorgeous master with full ensuite. Bonus double garage.

Absolutely charming character home just steps to Town Centre, and Ladner Market. This 3 bedroom/2bath home, circa 1935, has been lovingly remodelled and restored. It has a newer roof and thermal windows, oak ktichen which overlooks the back patio and private garden.

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Located on a quiet cul de sac, this 3 bedroom updated rancher has room to play, BBQ or just visit. Features 9322 sq.ft. of greenery, trees, shrubs, detached double garage, patios and private fenced yard. Great family neighbourhood! 4745 44A Avenue, Ladner • $559,900

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One of the finest homes in Marina Garden Estates with NO HST! Spacious 3,000 sq. ft. home with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Beautiful gardens include waterfall and pond and a separate double garage. Spacious entrance, hardwood floors throughout the main floor, with den and cosy living room complete with gas fireplace. Open greatroom plan with state of the art gourmet kitchen for all your dining needs.

#11 3459 W River Rd

Sweeping staircase leads up to spacious great room and gourmet kitchen complete with Induction stove & wine room. Top ﬂoor deck with room for bbq, and patio entertaining. Includes a 42 ft. boat slip!

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#8 3473 W River Rd.

3 bdrms, down with 2 baths & a laundry room. Master bdrm has a deck. Tile floors lead to a curved staircase to main floor with an open plan featuring kitchen pantry. Corian counters sinks, skylights & wonderful views. Spacious 8 x 10 deck. 3rd floor is perfect for office/ studio. Includes a 32 ft. boatslip. 04160021

Extra large one bedroom, one bath in popular Windsor Woods. Check out the spacious kitchen, cozy gas ﬁreplace, gleaming hardwoods throughout. Large BBQ balcony overlooks greenery. Steps to shopping and amenities. This is a WOW! 221 5518 14th Avenue, Tsaw • $235,900

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#1 Realtor® in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board* #2 Realtor® in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board* #3 twice, in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board*

JUST LISTED! Feels like living in a rancher – windows on 3 sides of this well maintained 1,500 sq.ft. condo. Living room with gas fireplace, dining area, kitchen with loads of cabinets, eating area, 3 bedrooms & a den. Room for all your furniture and great for entertaining friends & family. Located in central Tsawwassen, just minutes to shops, library, bank, parks & more.

#1 Realtor® in South Delta for 11 years* MLS Presidents Club for 10 years* The Presidents Club represents the top 1% of Realtors® in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board. *Based on career achievements as per Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Statistics for homes sold (unit sales)

#208, 1153 54A St., Tsa

$429,000

STUNNING HOME - HUGE REVENUE!

Perfect home for large blended family or inlaws or great revenue income. This builders own home boasts over 4,200 square feet with bright & beautiful open foyer leading up the staircase to formal living room, dining room, kitchen (and a wok kitchen), eating area, family room, den, 4 bedrooms & 3 baths. Below you will be able to entertain the whole family in this deluxe media room! Plus there are 4 more bedrooms, kitchen, eating area, living room & 2.5 baths. BONUS…. detached 800 sq.ft. office, workshop or studio. Entertainment sized covered deck, patio, extra parking and more. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR GO TO WWW.DELTAREALTY.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899

5226 Crescent Drive, Ladner

$1,199,000

NO. 1 REALTOR IN SOUTH DELTA FOR 11YEARS* 2 LEVEL WITH SUITE

Don't miss out on this terrific home. Very clean & very well maintained 2,200 sq.ft. home. Aluminum roof, brand new landscaping. Fresh paint inside. New carpeting & laminate. Spacious living, dining & kitchen upstairs with 3 bedrooms. downstairs could easily be used for a suite or just a great place for the family (new bathroom down, 2 bedrooms, large family room & large laundry area). Cul-de-sac location. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR GO TO WWW.DELTAREALTY.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899

4542 Hawthorne Pl. Ladner

$559,000

QUIET SIDE JUST LISTED!

Bright & spacious 1 bdrm condo in Century House. Spacious living room, dining area, kitchen with newer fridge & stove. Spacious bedroom. Absolutely fabulous location…. walk to all amenities! Very well maintained complex. Secure underground parking. OPEN SUNDAY 1:30-2:30 PM.

#201, 1175 Ferguson Rd.

MORTGAGE HELPER

$203,000

2 level with a suite on a 66 x 140’ lot. 4 year young roof, 8 year furnace, 8 year kitchen. Some original hardwood flooring. Sunny southwest exposed backyard. Total of 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, approx. 2930 sq.ft. For virtual tour and floor plans go to www.deltarealty.ca. Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899

419 56th St, Tsaw.

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Best location... close to everything! 2,575 square foot, 3 bedroom rancher with a loft and a sunroom. Mexican tile floors throughout the home. Entertainment size kitchen/family room with loads of maple cabinets. New roof, new furnace. Very bright with lots of skylights. This home is for the chosen few. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLAN GO TO WWW.DELTAREALTY.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899. OPEN SUNDAY 3-4 PM.

5115 Cental Ave., Ladner

$769,000

OPEN SUN. 3 - 4 PM

STUNNING RANCHER

Beautifully updated rancher with a loft in desirable cul-de-sac neighborhood,. Gleaming engineered brazilian cherry floors. Formal living room with gas fireplace, dining room, beautiful new kitchen with granite counters, gorgeous cabinets, tiles, new appliances and all the bells & whistles. Cozy eating area and family room overlooking beautifully landscaped west exposed back yard. Spacious master bedroom with brand new ensuite. 2nd bedroom and main bath. Upstairs loft area with sitting area, 3rd bedroom and bath. This is a beautiful home is ready and perfect for the empty nester or young family. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOOR PLAN GO TO WWW.DELTAREALTY.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899. OPEN SUNDAY 3-4 PM.

4685 Kensington Place

$679,000

NO. 1 REALTOR IN SOUTH DELTA FOR 11YEARS* OPEN SUN. 1:30-2:30 PM

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Remarkable – this home has been beautifully updated & renovated from the top to the bottom and from the inside to the outside; roof, windows, siding, doors. Everything done to the highest of standards. Comfortable – from the moment you enter you feel right at home. Everything is bright & warm & inviting. Gleaming refinished oak floors in the living room, dining room and throughout the bedrooms. New kitchen with gorgeous cabinets, new appliances, island and nook area. Spacious downstairs with a large family room and 2 very good size bedrooms. Total of 2,795 square feet. 3 full baths, 5 bedrooms. Desirable – one of Tsawwassen’s finest neighborhoods. Large lot with absolutely stunning landscaping. Fantasticl views to Boundary Bay and Mountains. Call today FOR VIRTUAL TOUR GO TO WWW.DELTAREALTY.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899. OPEN SUNDAY 1:30 - 2:30 PM.

1131 Walalee Dr., Tsawwassen

$849,000

BRIGHT & BEAUTIFUL

Total of 2,769 square feet in this Beautiful BRIGHT & OPEN floor plan. Great room effect with gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, center island & spacious pantry, eating area, family room and a dining room. Good sized den and laundry all on the main floor. Total of 4 bedrooms & 3 ensuite baths upstairs boasting soaker tubs. Loads of windows and 9 foot ceilings on both floors allow the home to be flooded with light! Recently landscaped front & back with lots of greenery, paving stones, patio area, lounge area and a hot tub! Great family home on private corner lot! The ultimate in entertaining in Tsawwassen’s newest neighbourhood! 3 ½ years young. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLAN GO TO WWW.DELTAREALTY.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899. OPEN SUNDAY 1:30 - 2:30 PM.

5433 Spetifore Cres.

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REALTORS® Raise $18,000 for South Delta and Richmond Charities

Lance Hughes 943-8080

Progroup

1559-56th Street, Tsawwassen

With the assistance of generous sponsors and supporters, the REALTORS® of the Richmond/South Delta/Gulf Islands Division of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver raised a total of $18,000 for charity at their 2010 events.

Pebble Hill Location Open Sunday 2-4

These funds were donated to: Deltassist; Delta Youth Support Line Society; and the Richmond Hospital Foundation. Through the REALTORS Care® program, our members are committed to supporting charities and causes in the communities where they live and work.

619,000

Visit www.rebgv.org/realtorscare for more information. Another successful REALTORS® Tunnel Classic Golf Tournament in June raised $4,000.

4 bedroom split level family home with 2 1/2 bathrooms, all situated on a large 66' x 116' fully private landscaped corner lot, with kidney shape gunite pool. Features include: 2003-2004 renovations, including kitchen, bathrooms, furnace, h/w tank, roof, insulation, double windows, flooring, bathrooms & gas fireplaces. Close to schools & parks. Very family oriented area. BONUS $3000 DECORATING ALLOWANCE UPON COMPLETION. 04305425

REALTORS® Christmas Luncheons brought in $14,000 for charity, including support from both corporate and individual donors.

RUSS NUGENT

Direct Line 946-2766 email: rnugent@ladnerhomes.com

Living & Playing in Ladner for over 50 years Presentation of the proceeds from the South Delta Christmas event ( L to R): Debbie Lindsey, Delta Youth Support Line Society; Leon Prescesky; Susan Green; Gordon Lockhart; Todd Jackson; Lucy Willcox; Kelly Tsoussis; Bridget Ross; Lorraine Yates, Deltassist.

Over 2,200 people were given the gift of warmth this past winter through a record 566 bags of donated blankets and warm winter clothing, collected during the REALTORS Care® Blanket Drive in Richmond and South Delta.

RE/MAX PROGROUP REALTY 604-946-8000

New Listing $649,000 4561 55B Street, Ladner

Nice main floor living, 4 bedroom family home, 2 bathrooms up, a 4 piece ensuite, a 4 piece main, & a 2 piece down. Some fresh paint, 2 year old main floor carpets and laminate flooring. New Furnace & Hot Water tank & Roof in the last 2 years! Nicely landscaped semi private & treed west exposed 66 X 100 foot lot with garden shed. Double car garage and parking for 2 more cars.

More to Come Soon • Top ﬂoor, 1 bed condo in Tsawwassen. Blanket Drive coordinators (l to r): Jan Rankin; Gordon Lockhart; Deb Robson; Keri Frasca

• Great 2 level 3 bedroom family home, south exposed yard, 1 bed suite, double car garage.

www.ladnerhomes.com www.ladnerrealestate.net

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19 Wallace Place, Tsawwassen

Presenting a “big cheque” for part of the proceeds from the golf tournament (L to R): Albert Wong; Lisa Westermark, Richmond Hospital Foundation; Trevor Barnett; Lorraine Yates & Doug Sabourin, Deltassist; Deb Robson; Evelyn Lau. (Missing Directors: Gordon Lockhart, Division President, Taylor Biggar, Leon Prescesky, Bridget Ross)

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Obituaries

Loved ones who have passed on can be remembered through a Tribute Gift to Delta Hospital Foundation. Donations made in memory of your loved ones will be acknowledged with cards sent to family members and an acknowledgement and receipt sent to the donor.

Delta Hospital Foundation gratefully acknowledges gifts in memory of:

DR.BINNIE James Percy Kennedy March 7, 1930 -April 17, 2011 Dad (Ken) passed away suddenly at home on Sunday. He was blessed with good health throughout his 81 years. Survived by his wife Eileen, sister Eleanor (Alan), his children Kenneth, Sheila (Arthur), and Elaine (Brian), and his grandchildren Kieran, Darcy, Sydney and Emmett. He is predeceased by his sister Margaret. Dad was born in Scotland and graduated in Medicine from Glasgow University. After completing Psychiatry in Minneapolis, he practiced in Vermont, Cape Breton, and Greater Vancouver (1979-1996). Throughout his life he was an avid family man, sailor, gardener and bookworm. We will all dearly miss his companionship, green thumb, ‘silly’ humor and guidance. All invited to remember Ken’s life at Cammidge House, Boundary Bay Regional Park, in Tsawwassen, BC on Friday, April 29th from 1 to 4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations will be collected by the family for the ongoing preservation of Lily Point Marine Park in Point Roberts.

Susan Abraham Bette Adlington Charney Arnel Liz Blake Mr. Cheema, Sr. Murry Ivens Fred Kennedy Arden Leung Gladwin R. Lightbody Donald Monkman Joan Robinson John Quattrocchi Elliot Sclater Bob Simpson George A. Stevens Winnie Wong

BILLETS REQUIRED for Delta Islanders Jr A Lacrosse Team. 3 mths - May to July. Compensation paid. Gary 604-619-8508

Your gift assists the Foundation to purchase vital medical equipment for Delta Hospital. Working Together to make a Difference!

Delta Hospital Foundation 5800 Mountain View Blvd. Delta, B.C. V4K 3V6 www.deltahospital.com

Phone: 604/940-9695 Fax: 604/940-9670

OXENBURY, Phyllis Suzanne October 26, 1926 - April 27, 2011

It is with great sadness that Phyllis has passed away at Rosewood Manor, in Richmond, at the age of 84. Lovingly remembered by daughters Denise (Gary) Gill, Cheryl (Bob) Mitchell and Laura Morine (Jamie VanPoele), brothers Don and Vic Chatt & their families, grandchildren Warren, Karryn (Ian), Derek (Charlotte), Carrie (Hiroshi), Danielle and Vanessa (Dawson), and great-grandson Ashton. Predeceased by her parents Percy and Kit Chatt, husband Fred Oxenbury and daughter Susan. Her family gives a special thanks to the staff at Rosewood Manor especially the Special Care Unit. No service by request. If so desired, a donation in Phyllis’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of B.C.

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FOUND BIKE, (young girls), Wed am Apr 27, off Trunk Rd. Call to identify 604-729-4210

A Richmond bag mfr has openings for Full-time industrial sewers. The ideal candidate(s) will have a min of 3 years sewing experience, speak/read/write English, be physically ﬁt, be willing to work Monday to Friday from 3:30 pm to midnight. Must have their own car. Reply in conﬁdence to: Human Resources @ Bulldog Bag Ltd., 13631 Vulcan Way, Richmond, V6V 1K4, or fax to 604-273-9927, or email to hr@bulldogbag.com

Matter of Balance Program Coordinator Full time position at the University of Victoria Centre on Aging (Ladner Ofﬁce) Successful candidate would be responsible for promoting, facilitating and coordinating the Matter of Balance Program in British Columbia. Post secondary education, experience in project and volunteer coordination, computer proﬁciency and the ability to multi-task is essential. Please send covering letter and resume by May 10, 2011 to Louise Rolland: l.rolland@eastlink.ca University of Victoria – Centre on Aging #210 4907 Chisholm Street Delta, B.C., V4K 2K6

LOST HEARING Aid near Royal Bank in Ladner Thurs Apr. 28th. Pls call 604-946-2776 LOST SONY Cybershot camera Sun April 17 likely at/near Seaquam School in Delta or Market Crossing Mall in Burnaby. Reward. 778-331-5331 STONE, BLUE topaz lost Sunday, in Ladner, please call if found 604-940-1947

Ronald Ian Calder

June 25, 1943 - March 27, 2011 The pen ran out of ink…

After a short but fierce battle with myelofibrosis and leukemia, Ronald Ian Calder passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 27th, surrounded by family and friends at the age of 67. Born June 25, 1943, to Ken and Margaret Calder, raised in Vancouver, he enjoyed weekends and summers at the family homestead in Point Roberts. Ron’s family ties to Point Roberts go back to the 1890’s when his grandmother’s family, the Largaud’s settled in Point Roberts. Ron was predeceased by his parents, Ken and Margaret Calder, niece Leanne Calder and granddaughter Jessica. Ron is survived by his children Marie (Charles), Annette (Jim), Ken, and Beth (Tim). Grandchildren Kendra, Kaitlyn and Jordan; sister Sue (Mark), brother Brian (Marlene), and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Ron had a long and colorful history and will be dearly missed by many. He loved Point Roberts and was a longtime supporter of the Point Roberts Food Bank. He was a prolific letter writer and a frequent contributor to the All Point Bulletin. Ron managed the Breakers and the Reef back in the 70`s, he also dry-walled houses, constructed many of the roads and trails at Lily Point, served as Water District Commissioner, and drove truck. His recent work includes driving his dump truck (J-Man Trucking) and also at the Point Roberts Transfer Station aka “the Dump”. Strong willed, never one to back down from a challenge, fun loving and a rebel. Ron kept his friends for life. He used his sense of humor throughout his illness to make us laugh instead of cry; he remained happy and optimistic until the end. Thank you to all his friends, too numerous to name, for their help throughout his illness and since his passing. Donations can be made in memory of Ron to the Point Roberts Food Bank or Point Roberts Wellness Clinic. Ron didn’t want a memorial service but did want a party. He did not want any tears shed in his memory, but some laughs shared instead. There will be a Celebration of Life for Ron on Saturday, June 25th, with details to come at a later date. Contact roncalder@whidbey.com with any questions or 360-945-4425.

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Youth Worker

The Tsawwassen First Nation is currently seeking two part-time youth workers. These positions provide a variety of responsibilities required to ensure full implementation of all community based youth programming. Reporting to the Youth Services Supervisor, the youth worker assists in the development and implementation of: after school programming, sports and recreational activities, workshops focusing on aspects of healthy living, life skills and self reliance, teen groups focusing on personal confidence and self esteem, enhancement of cultural identity, and drug/ alcohol intervention and prevention. Hours of work will include after school, professional days, spring break and summer time. Your qualifications include post-secondary education focusing on children and youth, or equivalent experience and related training, and a valid class 4 license. Please submit a cover letter and resume to: Chrystalynn Wilson Manager of Education and Skills Development 1926 Tsawwassen Drive Tsawwassen BC, V4M 4G2 Fax: 604-943-9226 E-mail: cwilson @tsawwassenfirstnation.com Deadline date: Friday, May, 6th, 2011 - 4:00 p.m.

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HOMEWORKERS NEEDED!!! Full /Part time positions available - Will train. On-Line Data Entry, Typing Work, E-mail Reading, PC/Clerical Work, Homemailers, Assembling Products. HURRY, SPOTS GO FAST!

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CARPENTER’S/FRAMER’S HELPER required. No experience is required, but you must be willing to learn, reliable, and physically fit. Please respond to westpointehomes@hotmail.com with a cover letter outlining your experience, a resume and 2 current references.

Drivers Customer Service/Warehouse Pt Roberts Package Receiving/ Shipping Co seeks part time help, Mon to Fri, approx 30 hrs/wk. Must be able to work in U.S. Submit resume to Nancy at

Class 1 Linehaul Owner Operators required for Salt Spring Freight Service Ltd., a member of the Van-Kam Freightways’ Group of Companies - runs out of our Surrey Terminal and throughout B.C. and Alberta. We offer excellent rates. Winter/Mountain experience is required. Email current abstract, resume and detials of truck to: careers@vankam.com or fax 604-587-9889 or call Laurier at 604-807-3018

General Employment

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LIVE IN caregiver required for a person with disability. Full time, $8.75/hr, 40hr/wk, room & board, must speak & write english. 1 year exp. Please contact Donalda Madsen, 604-534-6962

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TRUTH IN ''EMPLOYMENT'' ADVERTISING Postmedia Community Publishing makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember. Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad. Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment. If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the Better Business Bureau at 604-682-2711, Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm or email inquiries@bbbvan.org and they will investigate.

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Childcare Wanted

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MIN PIN, F, red, 8 wk, dewclawed & tails, vet ✔, incls pup pack, friendly. $650. 604-719-4404 PROVEN CHOCOLATE Lab for Stud. He is our family dog. Dad was a service dog, mom a hunter. Big bodied, block head. $500 604-309-6506

SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, dewormed, 4 fem, sable, fam raised. $695. 604-526-9943 SHEPHERD/BORDER COLLIE cross. 7 weeks old. Had first shots. Cute and playful. Ready to go, $225.- 604-796-9885

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Ladner DOWNSIZING! Sun. May 1st. 9am - 12 noon 3871 River Rd West Lots of great household items.

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SHIH TZU BIJON pups, 1st shots, dewormed, ready, family raised, non shed, $575 firm. 588-5195

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Antiques, Estates, Collectibles & Jewellery Viewing Times: Tuesday, May 3rd, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm Wednesday, May 4th, 9:00 am ’Til Auction Time

Furniture

DINING ROOM ste, lite oak veneer, round w/leaf, 4 chairs, matching curios, 1 yr old, exc cond. $995. Call 604-943-0376

BRUSSELS GRIFFON pups, non shedding, monkey faced, small home raised, can view parents $900. 604-463-5316

SKLAR-PEPPLER SOFA bed, oak desk & chair Ea $100. Queen Ultramatic Genesis bed, like new $900. Arm chair $20, Norfolk pine 8ft, $50. 604-943-9296

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CKC CHOC lab puppies, vet checked micro chipped. Ready to go $650. Phone 604-997-5504 Fila/Mastiff Guard Dog Pups owners closest friend. Thieves worst nightmare. All shots. Ready now! 604-817-5957

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• Victorian & Edwardian Furnishings • Royal Doulton, Dresden & Hummel Figurines • Moorcroft Pottery • Several Dinner Sets • China, Crystal & Brassware • Large Selection Sterling Silver Pieces & Flatware Sets • Oil Paintings & Watercolours • Engravings • Limited Edition Prints • Oriental China • Imari Bowls • Persian Carpets • Gold & Sterling Silver Jewellery • Vintage Clocks & Cameras • Juke Box • Vintage Coin Operated Car • Estate Pieces & Much, Much More . . .

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Of 3yr old, central Ladner, near 2 schls. Before/after schl & full day avail in my happy home, good rates, 1st Aid Certified, must be ok with friendly pets I have a van for drop off & p/up, ref’s avail. Niki 604-306-3554 horselover6@hotmail.com

Trades/Technical

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REAL ESTATE RENTALS 6008-02

Abbotsford

MOUNTAINVIEW VILLAGE in quiet end location. Family oriented complex in East Abby. Has outdoor pool, club house, playground, pets allowed. This UPDATED 3 BR, 3 bath feels like a home. Spacious mn flr offering eating area/computer space off the remodeled kitchen w/new modern cabinet fronts & hardware, counters, tile floor & appls. Nice dining rm w/slider to private yard & patio. Good size living rm w/gas fireplace w/lam flrs. 3 BR up master has ensuite & walk in closet. Double side by side garage. Painted in trendy colours & close to visitor parking. Great place to call home! Easy access to Hwy 1, shopping, parks, and all levels of schools. $284,900. Call Pamela Stadnik, Remax Treeland Realty, 604-533-3491

6008-30

Surrey

GUILDFORD, SRY, Brand New. The Max. 900sf, 2 BR & Den, 7 appls, 2 sec prkg. $308,000. By Owner, Albert 604-250-3395

6020-01

Real Estate

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6505

www.bcforeclosures.com 6 BR home from $19,000 down $1,940/mo. 604-538-8888, Alain @ Sutton WC Realty W. Rock

6020-22

New Westminster

Sunday, 2 - 4pm at 1202 - 7 Ave. 5 BR (3 BR upper + 2 BR legal suite. $1000/mo rent). 2313 sq ft. $640,000. Karim Juma, Royal Le Page City Centre, 604-678-9143

6020-46

S. Surrey/ White Rock

SOUTH SRY. 170/20. 2400sf home on .89 acres. Sub-division potential. Build your dream home! $840,000. Albert 604-250-3395

6035

Mobile Homes

SRY, 7850 King George Blvd. Looking for a beautiful dbl wide under $80,000? 55+ adult park. Pet ok. Lorraine Cauley, Royal Lepage North Star, 604-889-4874

6065

Recreation Property

MT. BAKER SKI AREA 2 cabins, 1 property. Rent one, use one. Gated community w/ amenities. 35 min. from border $374,000 U.S. Maryann Angus 360-224-6704 www.mymtbakerhome.com

MISSION - LAKE FRONT starting from $78,800. 60 mins from Vancouver. Park Georgia Rlty Lisa Hughes • 604-931-7227

Apartments & Condos

2 BR, $1250, Modern and Spacious, Utilities included, Shared laundry, No smoking, no pets, References please. Call 778-995-1880

6508

Apt/Condos

1 BR Ladner across Park nr ammens, adult bldg h/h/w, cbl,ns, np June 1 $720. 604-946-2719 1 BR ste, Adult oriented, 2 appl, Ladner Village, incl heat, n/s n/p, May 1, $820. 604-940-9434 2 BR, Ladner Village, clean unit, avail May 15, prkg, ns np, $800. Richard 604-240-5693 QUIET CLEAN 2 br avail. Tsaw. near ammens, park like setting, carpets, References required, $950. 778-316-3401

Tsawwassen, CASA DEL SOL 1 BR $775, Avail May 15 2 BR $975/$995 June 1 incls heat & H/W, carpets, drapes, 2 appl, 2 elevators, under ground parking avail. Please Call 604-943-8954 or 604-488-4733

6510

Co-ops

6540

Cancer June 21-July 22: You optimism, popularity and delight rise (all week, but especially Monday/ Tuesday). Social joys, flirtations, wish fulfilment and entertainment arrive! Make and accept invitations. Wishes might particularly come true in career, status and business areas. Something really significant has been building here for some months, and has either already offered a big step up for you, or will soon. Be alert, eager and ambitious. Two things can impede your advance: a partner, mate or competitor (or a “stubborn public”) or a home situation that demands compromise. Rest, plan midweek. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Be ambitious – you can make strides upward now. Although you might not see discernible progress, you’re “preparing the way” for a great run of luck in career, business, status and prestige areas from early June right into June 2012. So plug away, especially Monday. A major trend still flows through your areas of law, love, culture, far travel, education, publishing and intellectual endeavours. This is a lucky, surprising influence, so be ready to say “Ah, ha!” and embrace what comes – now into 2018, these zones (e.g., travel, school) could bring your mate for life! Happiness, midweek! Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: The big action, significant occurrences remain heavily weighted toward sexual bonds, intimate commitments, lifestyle changes, research, secrets, financial actions, investments, debts, consequences – and, overall, luckily so! But a new element enters now, an element of peace and understanding, of wisdom and compassion. You can decide to make a commitment while you’re clear about the results. Legalities, love and ethics also enter. This can bring sex with love, great cooperation with another, investments that are ethical also. Monday, Thursday, Friday support your efforts.

Houses - Rent

BEACHGROVE, TSAW with pool, lrg 2 Br Rancher, 2 f/p, ensuite, family room, dbl garage, fenced yard, short term ok, May 1st. $1800. refs 604-250-1522 HOUSE FOR RENT Tsawwassen/Boundary Bay area. 2 bdrm 850 sq. ft. completely renovated house located in the middle of the Southlands property. Very private and quiet surrounded by farm lands and horses beyond your fence. Includes w/d/f/s and blinds. $1500 per month on a one year lease. No Pets and references required. Contact Sandra at Century Group 604-943-2203 LADNER, 3 bdrm Rancher, 2 f/p, 5 appl, satellite/internet, no pets, avail now, $1750. 604-272-4718 *RENT TO OWN*

Abbotsford- 3262 Clearbrook Rd. HOUSE with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths. Mortgage helper. Walk to all Schools and other amenities. Only $1,598/m. Low Down. Flexible Terms. (604) 626-9647 or (604) 657-9422 www.wesellhomesbc.com

6565

Office/Retail Rent

LADNER CORE Comm 400-4000 sqft. Short/long term. lancemcc@eastlink.ca 604-240-9340

NORTH BURNABY:

Pine Ridge Housing Co-op has opened its wait list for 2 BR & 3 BR Townhouses, $913 & $1072 with a $2,800 and $3,300 share purchase. Located in quiet forest setting on Burnaby Mnt. Close to SFU, schools, transit & shopping. Enjoy the feel of country living within minutes of the city. Sorry, no subsidies available. Community involvement expected. Download our appl form @ www.pineridgeco-op.bc.ca or send SASE to: #89, 8763 Ash Grove Cres., Burnaby, BC, V5A 4B8 Attn: Membership Ctee.

6515

Duplexes - Rent

3 BR. 1.5 bath, 1500sf, Tsaw. view of Baker, upper unit, laundry room, own deck, June 1, ns, np, $1300+utils, 604-261-5632

Tsawwassen

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: Chase money. Your charm and magnetism hit high strokes all week – use this in the pursuit of money, or in love’s service. The main thing is, don’t waste this time – five of eight planets are in Aries! This gives you extra kick, clout and luck – and hints that whatever happens now is significant in terms of your entire 80 or 90 years. Other than a bit of deception Wednesday morn, and a sluggish Saturday, this is a lucky, smooth week. Get things done! Two cautions: A partner or competitor has the upper hand. Don’t fight. If you oppose authority you’ll lose. Taurus April 20-May 20: Your energy, charisma and effectiveness climb, especially Monday onward. Get out, be seen, start significant projects. Your “world wide” luck is still a bit low, but that will change soon. June 4 will bring almost 13 months of huge, decade-high luck, particularly in finances, investments, debt, sex, lifestyle changes and commitments in legal, educational, cultural or travel areas that somehow turn your life around. So some of your energy right now might be wellspent preparing for future (near future!) action. Tap government, charities, researchers: They will aid. Gemini May 21-June 20: Your energy is a bit low, so don’t put yourself in a “performance situation.” Rest, protect your health, dress sensibly, eat right. Fulfil obligations, but ignore those who clamour. You’re still in a period in which big wishes, lifemate needs and social yearnings are likely to be fulfilled. Some things can prevent this: first, deep, heart-bending romance, creative outpourings or taking big risks; second, investments, lifestyle changes, health, or “deep sex.” Of these, the “second” will be lucky June 2011 to June 2012; the “first” will begin to improve after mid-2012. Wish!

Real Estate

6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-25

Lad./Tsaw./ S. Delta

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6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BR, large bsmt suite, $750 incls utils, suits 1, no pets, avail Now. Ladner. call 604-946-0825 2 BDRM, Ladner, storage room. own laundry, $900, Avail June 1, ns, np, 604-946-3128 2 BR bsmt, large, full bath, Ladner, 4 appls, yard, $900+1/3 utils, ns, Now, 604-765-3642 3 BR Central Tsaw, clean upper flr, newly reno’d, insuite wd, ns, np. $1550 incl utils 604-716-8080 LADNER 3BR upper,h/wd flr, lrg storage 2 bath, 4 appl. pets neg. Immed $1300+util 604-765-3642

6508

Apt/Condos

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Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Though deep sexual, financial and health themes arise in May, a strong and lucky accent remains on relationships, marriage, business partnerships, fame and public relations, contracts and negotiations, litigation, relocation and opportunities in general. You’re cautious, 2010 to late 2012 – that’s good, but caution seldom grabs the prize. You have to leap, too. You know there’s at least one thing or person to leap to, and of course, reasons to and not to. My advice: Leap. A love affair, pregnancy, new financial picture, new domicile, even new country could result. Wow – life! Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Though most of the luck and action of your life remain in the machinery, work and health realm, that won’t last past June. May brings intriguing meetings, partnership proposals, dealings with others, new contacts – and, perhaps, ideas/visions of new places you’d like to be, either across the globe or up the ladder of success. Maintain your equilibrium and sense of diplomacy this month, don’t fight or argue. Realize some of the new urges and new contacts that arise now hint at, might even develop into, the huge, lucky opportunities that arrive this June to June 2012. (Hints Monday.) Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Powerful luck, trends, movement, change still affect your romantic, creative, child-oriented, pleasure-seeking, speculative and sports zones (to June 4), but another trend moves in through May: Work. Work, health, machinery, duties, all that good stuff. As these don’t combine that well, usually, I’d split my time between them. Keep your eye on that quiet, deep long-term goal, too. Monday brings work success. Life’s filled with opportunities Wednesday noon to Friday noon – if you know how to co-operate, to accent another’s needs/desires. Soon, a major work project!

May 1 - 7 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: The weeks ahead successfully combine security and expansion. Although romance,creativity,speculation and pleasure are accented in May, your luck in real estate, home, security, retirement, “Mother Nature” and similar zones continues strongly – but only to early June. If you’ve been hesitating about buying (repairing, renovating) that home or starting that retirement fund or garden, or about having a child, you should act soon. (One exception: real estate might be luckier if you wait until after May 10.) Romance Tuesday. Tackle chores midweek to Friday. Diplomacy, Saturday! Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Pay attention to your “base,” especially Monday/Tuesday – family members, home, security, these deserve attention all month. You might have frequent visitors, or be travelling around town a lot, texting or phoning – but as the weeks pass, this travel and talk gently subside, to bring you, by June, into a year of quiet, peaceful domestic bliss. Or luck, at least, for some homebased friction will exist, mid-May through June. Romance and/or creativity, games and gambles pull you Wednesday to Friday. A Gemini might be involved. All’s ﬁne! Chores, Saturday. Rest, nap all week. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: This is a pretty smooth, easy week – though Saturday (May 7) might be a little frustrating or rocky. The accent lies on short trips, acquaintances, siblings, paperwork, details, messaging. Be curious, follow your nose. Since money matters are still blessed (into early June) the best course would be to use this communications and fact-oriented period in the pursuit of money, to communicate with clients or potential employers, VIPs, etc. (Monday is good for this.) Your home life, family, security and diet (nutrients) gain importance Wednesday-Friday: Good results! timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

The Delta Optimist April 30, 2011

6508

HOME SERVICES

Apt/Condos

8020

Blinds & Draperies

Tsawwassen Terrace

Are your looking for a 1 bedroom in a well maintained building? Bldg is located on 16th Ave and is close to the bus, shops and the beach. To view please call 604-943-7666

Kelly Court

1 and 2 bedroom suites available in small bldg located near shops, school, bus stop and rec centre. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes, heat and hot water. Bldg consists of new windows and sliding doors. To view please call 604-782-4326

Kerry Court

1 bedroom suites available in a quiet well maintained bldg, Rent includes 2 appl., drapes, heat and hot water. Located close to school, shopping centre and bus route. To make an appt. to view please call 604-943-1487

Greensview

2 bdrm suite available in quiet and well maintained bldg. Rent includes drapes, carpets, 3 appliances and laundry facilities. Located on bus route and minutes from parks and beach area. For more info or to view, please call 604-943-0002.

8055

Cleaning

SUNSHINE CLEANING

'you’ve tried the rest, now try the best.' Move ins - move outs, weekly, monthly We guarantee our work. References gladly given. For free estimates call Marcia 604-716-8631

★CLEAN FREAKS★ Trusted and reliable home cleaning services! Excellent attention to detail! Ladner owned & operated. Call us today at 604-908-5078

Del Rio

Lora Court

1 bedroom suite available in small quiet building. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drape, heat, cable and parking. Near bus loop, recreation centre and shopping. To view or for more info please call 604-946-4633

Harbourside

Affordable 1 bedroom suites in the heart of Ladner Village. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and hot water. Shops and bus stop nearby. To view or for more info please call 604-946-9268 Sorry No Pets or BBQs References Required www.centuryrentals.ca

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8058

Computer Services

Delta PC Service & Consulting

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Factory Direct Cedar Fence Panel for Sale & Installation 8291 No.5 Rd Richmond Call 604-275-3158

8105

★ Hedging - Pruning ★ Lawn Maintenance ★ Ladner & Tsawwassen ★ Refs. avail ★ Free estimates. ★ Best rates in town Call Clayton 604-314-8273

Repairs & Staining Installation Free Estimates

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Concrete

8160

604-317-0689

Painting Interior Renovations Landscaping & Gardening Hedging & Pruning Custom Decking & Fencing Flagstone & Paver Patios

GJ CONSTRUCTION Complete drywall, textured ceilings, Steel stud & T-bar etc. Free Est. Graham 604-644-6339 DON’S AFFORDABLE DRYWALL PHONE/FAX 778-218-3403 *Drywall * Taping * Texture * Stucco*Painting * Steel stud framing Quality Home 604-725-8925

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8080

Electrical

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Professional Electrical Services Panel Upgrades Surge Protection Renos – Hot Tubs Safety Checks Lic. #26765 • South Delta based

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SPRING SALE

HANDYMAN SERVICES Electrical, Gutters, Fencing, Plumbing, Carpentry, Flooring Renovations, Sheds, Contracting & more Affordable, friendly, fast, reliable, local, guaranteed Senior Discounts Call Phil 604-307-6840

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SERVICE EXCELLENCE Need Help ?

Painting, repairs, tile, reno’s, Reliable & Exc. References.

Call Ed 604.946.2191 604.219.4789

Tim’s Home Repairs

Carpentry, Mouldings, Crown mouldings, Finishing, Laminate & H/W flrs, Sheds, Fences, Sidings, Kitchen, Bath rooms, Plumbing, Gov’t Cert Capenter, Drywall Repairs, WCB Insured. 604-940-4282, 778-882-7756

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“Spring Clean-Up” Reel Type Lawnmowing Aerating • Power Raking Weeding • Moss Control Fertilizer • Trimming • Pruning Professional Maintenance

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Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

AAA

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Interior & Exterior

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CANSTAR PAINTING Quality Work You Can Trust! Interior & Exterior ★ UNBEATABLE PRICES ★ Free Est. / Written Guarantee

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778-997-9582

D&M PAINTING

Interior/Exterior Specialist Many Years Experience Fully Insured Top Quality, Quick Work Free Estimate

604-724-3832

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Home Services

Best In Class Painting - Low rates, refs avail, 100% guaranteed Mark 778-323-1045

K&S PRO PAINTING Interior & Exterior Wcb & Liability Insured

Call Kevin Jamieson 604.943.2232 604.802.4142

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Moving & Storage

8185 ADVANCE MOVING LTD MOVING & DELIVERY EXPERTS!! Licensed, Bonded & Insured Single item to full house moves We Guarantee the Cost of Every Move Flat Rates always available A+ (604) 861-8885 BBB www.advancemovingltd.com Rating

B&Y MOVING Experienced Movers ~ 2 Men $50 ~ • Includes all Taxes • Licenced & Insured • Professional Piano Movers

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MILANO Painting 604-551-6510 Int/Ext. Good Prices. Free Est. Written Guar. Prof & Insured. TAKE AWAY THE PRESSURE Painting, interior/exterior Contact Ian 604-946-9395..604-812-7255

Moving & Storage

8185

MOVES BC.COM • No Travel Time Charges • No Minimum Charges • No Job Too Small FLAT RATES ALWAYS AVAILABLE

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604-209-6663

$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020

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2 locations: LADNER

Paving/Seal Coating

ALLEN Asphalt, concrete, brick, drains, foundations, walls, membranes 604-618-2304/ 820-2187

8220

Plumbing

10% Off with this Ad! For all your plumbing, heating & reno needs. Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005

PLUMBERS

Water Lines (without digging) Sewer Lines (without digging) Install. Drain tiles. 604-739-2000

Main Plumbing and Drainage

Owned by Duff Fredricksen For all your Plumbing and Drainage needs. Honest and reliable. Competitive rates. 604.948.1811 Panorama Plumbing Heating/ Gas Services No job too small or too big Res/Comm 604-818-7801 www.panoramaplumbing.com PRECISION 1 Plumbing & Heating, Lic. & Ins. hw tanks, service, renos. No hst Rick 604-809-6822

POINT ROBERTS

604-946-0020 360-945-MINI (6464)

8225

Power Washing

BOUNDARY BAY WINDOW WASHING • Exterior house cleaning • Pressure Washing • Gutters

Steve Watts 604-943-4134 778-228-5639 Pressure Washing

Richard Ryan

8180

8205

Amar • 604-782-6710

TOTAL LANDSCAPE SUPPLY SERVICES Since 1979

Cell:604-220-3145

8075

J&S Yard Services

SUPER SOIL INC.

Dave: 604-940-1125

Drywall

For a free estimate contact Mike at 778-899-1729 or mtelandscaping@yahoo.ca

Mowing, aerating, power raking, moss control, fertilizing, hedging & more

Placing, finishing, Specializing in stamped concrete, overlays, acid staining, counter tops, faux rock, (Waterfall and ponds)

ENZO General Masonry- Specializes brick, block, stone, all types of concrete work 594-1960

Complete Lawn & Yard Care, Hedge Trimming, Pruning

HARBOURSIDE LAWN & LANDSCAPE “one call takes care of it all”

Lawn & Garden

MTE LANDSCAPING

Lawn & Garden

604-948-5296

Advanced Concrete Enhancements Limited

8160

Greenworx Redevelopment Inc. Hardscaping & Landscaping. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls, Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Jackhammering. 604 782-4322

Flooring/ Refinishing

Hardwood Floor Refinishing

8130

Landscaping

ABOVE THE REST

S&S LANDSCAPING & FENCING

Call 778-882-4128

8060

8155

Fencing/Gates

Century Hardwood Floors

604

604-630-3300

8090

PARM LANDSCAPING LTD. Cedar fencing installed, gates, repairs. Com/res. 604-271-5319

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one mini, drainage, landscaping, stump / rock / cement / oil tank removal. Water / sewer line, 24 hours Call 341-4446 or 254-6865

QUALITY HOUSE CLEANER Lad/Tsaw. Wkly, bi-wkly. $25/hr. Wed/Fri avail. 778-893-4639

Evergreen Lane

1 bedroom suite available in one of our 4 well maintained bldgs. Located near shops, school and bus routes. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets and drapes. To view this suite please call 604-946-2694

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LIDIA’S EUROPEAN Cleaning. Res/Com. Specializing in detail cleaning. Bonded. 604-541-9255

LADNER 1 bedroom suite available in a quiet well maintained building.. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and h/w. To make an appt to view please call 604-946-4633

Excavating

CEDAR WORKS ❏ 778-882-0676 Fencing, decks, sheds 3 year warranty. Free Estimates

Century Village and Tsawwassen Manor

Beautiful complex consisting of 6 bldgs. & water fountains. 1 & 2 bedroom suites, include drapes, wall to wall carpets, balconies, elevators, and wheel chair access. Tsaw. Manor includes heat. Close to beach, parks, recreation centre & school. To make an appt to view please call 604-948-9111

Electrical

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

8087

CHOOSE YOUR NEW HOME FROM OUR LIST OF WELL MAINTAINED AND MANAGED SUITES!

TSAWWASSEN

8080

SMALL

A50

Gated Access Reasonable Rates!

Houses, Siding, Driveways, Patios, Painting, Interior/Exterior

Seniors Discount

Don’t wait. Call Ian Ferguson

Phone: 604.946.9395 Cell: 604.812.7255

AQUA

PRESSURE WASHING Specializing in Driveways, Patios, Sundecks, etc. Free Est., Local and Reliable

604-218-1500

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

AL’S CERAMIC TILE

Kitchen & Bathroom Remodelling Bathroom & Shower Repairs 20 years experience Free estimates

604-948-9573 Cell: 604-836-8943

CANWEST CABINETRY Save Money on Manufacturer Direct! Quality Custom Kitchens & Baths New • Renos • Refacing • Closets Entertainment Units & more! Free Estimates 604-328-0611

Building on your ideas. Kitchens, Baths, Home Repairs, Decks....

604.374.2360 info@greentimberhomereno.ca

April 30, 2011 The Delta Optimist A51

Call ThE Experts TREE SERVICE

Royal Wood Tree Care “Trim your trees, cut your costs”

Stump Grinding Fully Insured ISA Member

Tree Removal Tree Pruning Hedge Trimming

H: 604-943-0084

HANDYMAN SERVICES

PAINTING SERVICES

C: 604-916-6187

Call or email Karl at

604.349.6262

info@ridgelinepainting.ca

- 15+ years experience - Locally owned and operated - Courteous, friendly service - Professional results - Free estimates - April NO HST special!

TREE SERVICE

PROGROUP PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Dale McLean, Certiﬁed Arborist

We take care of EVERYTHING Call us for a free quote We now offer property maintenance & repair services to the public

604-948-1966

Manager@ProgroupProperty.com • www.ProgroupProperty.com

Honest & Dependable No Job too Small

604.948.3199 778.688.1950

• • • • • • •

Lawn Cutting Weeding Power Washing Trash Removal Dump Runs Deliveries Pick-Ups

COMPUTER REPAIRS @ DeltaGeeks.net

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Let us manage your rental property – We place only highly qualiﬁed tenants

Bermuda John

In-Store & On-site Service * Virus & Spyware Removal * Mac & PC All Upgrades * Network Solutions Reliable Custom Built PCs and Laptops

McLean Tree and Hedge - Arborist reports for Development Applications - Tree pruning and removal - Hedge renovation and trimming - Danger tree- Certiﬁed Tree Risk Assessor

FINANCE / LEASING AVAILABLE

Tel: 604-943-8775 Cell: 778-232-1888

DeltaGeeks.net

Hotline: 604-943-8318

1208 56th St., Tsaw. (next to BMO)

PROPERTY SERVICES • Window Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning • Roof Cleaning • Power Washing Darius Erwin 604-306-8214 • dariuserwin@gmx.com

To place your ad in “Call the Experts,” call 604-630-3300 8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

P.R. Remodelling Kitchens, Bathrooms, Drywall, Tiling, etc. Certiﬁed Plumber

20 years exp. & ref’s European craftsmanship

Call Paul 778-434-2437 for free estimate

PRP RENOVATIONS Kitchens, baths, tiling, flooring, painting, plumbing, gutters ★ Small jobs welcome ★ Insured, WCB

8250

Roofing

SPRING SPECIAL Save the HST & Book before April 30th

AFFORDABLE QUALITY ROOFING LTD. 25 Years in Business 25 Year Workmanship Warranty 604-984-9004 A+ 604-984-6560

#1 Rooﬁng Company in BC

604-764-0399

8250

Roofing

JJ ROOFING, Repair specialist, Reroof, New Roof. Seniors disc. WCB, fully ins. 604-726-6345

Roofing Experts 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank

8255

Rubbish Removal

Kitchen & Bath Specialist

604-588-0833

ROD’S HAUL-IT-AWAY

WWW.PATTARGROUP.COM

Rubbish Removal and Recycling

Locally Owned... ● So you pay less ●

RDM ENTERPRISES For All Your Household Repairs and Renovations. Interior and Exterior Finishing, Kitchens, Bathrooms and Plumbing Refs Avail. Free Estimates

LARRY’S CLEAN-UP

Over 25 years serving South Delta

• Rubbish Removal • Reno Clean-Up • Yard Trimmings • Gutter Cleaning

Rob 604-946-4796

WWW.RENORITE.COM

Save Your Dollars!

✓ RenoRite

778-317-1256•604-451-0225 Bath *Kitchen* Suites & More TIMWOOD HOMES LTD

Specialized in Reno’s: . Framing . Sundecks. Stairs . Rooms. Garages. Sheds. Basements .Tiles . Vinyl Siding. Exterior Paint . Hardwood & Laminate Floors . Fencing . . Small or big jobs. Insured.WCB

604-761-1743

Tried & True Since 1902

Call for a free estimate:

604-649-9600 Student Works

1.877.602.7346

Disposal & Recycling

Visit us online to receive a special discount:

Trips start at

www.crownroofgutters.ca

ROOFING OUR SPECIALTY

778.886.8541 Licensed, Insured, WCB

TMO Contracting A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

A1 CONTRACTING. Bsmt, bath, kitchen cabinets, tiling, painting & decks. Dhillon, 604-782-1936 D & M RENOVATIONS, Flooring, tiling, finishing. Fully Insured. Top quality, quick work 604-724-3832

'You Call It, We Haul It!'

778-668-4285

Rob cell 604-312-5409

$49

B i n s f ro m 7 - 2 0 y a rd s a v a i l .

John 778-288-8009

10% OFF with this ad www.studentworksdisposal.com $35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020

DISPOSAL BINS: Starting at $99 + dump fees. Call 604-306-8599 www.disposalking.com MAN WITH TRUCK available for rubbish removal, moving and deliveries. Todd 604-765-9684

8300 A Save on Roofing - specialize in ★reroof ★ repair★ Fully Ins. Free est. 10% discount 778-892-1266

8309

Tiling

LAMONT TILE SERVICES

R2 Renovations

SALES@ PATTARGROUP.COM

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

Quality Home Improvement ★ Stucco ★ All Kinds. No Job Too Big or Small. 604-725-8925

All types of Rooﬁng Over 35 Years in Business Call now for Free Estimates

Serving Ladner & Tsawwassen for 16 years

8300

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

J. PEARCE STUCCO CONTRACTING. 604-761-6079 www.stuccocontracting.com

South Delta Based tile setter 18 yrs exp with all tiles and patterns. Complete tear downs, and waterproofing.

Call Dan 604.916.4821

AL’S CERAMIC TILE. Supply & install, samples avail. Free est. 604-948-9573, cell 604-836-8943

8315

9125

Domestic

1995 NISSAN Maxima fully loaded, a/cond, sunroof, leather int, a/cared to 2012. Needs muffler. $1200obo. 604-809-5534 1996 BUICK Regal 242,000 km, very clean, runs grt. nr new tires, a/cared, reliable, alarm, imobilizer $2,000. 604-940-3886

9145

9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

2004 FORD F350 diesel Lariat, 135 K, set up for 5th wheel, canopy $18,900. 604-943-4342

9160

Sports & Imports

9160

2003 NISSAN Pathfinder Chikoot black, 98K, new parts, loaded, $10,900. 604-375-1077 after 4pm NEED CHEAP AUTOBODY ? www.cheapautobody.ca 604-341-7738

9522

Scrap Car Removal

Sports & Imports

RV’s/Trailers

2001 TITANIUM 24EX, 1 slide, qu bed, ns, no pets, 4 new shocks/ tires. $18,900. 604-943-4342 1993 MAZDA MX6, manual V6, 2.5L, leather, tinted windows, $2000. Fun & fast 778-229-4979

2004 JAYCO 10ft Tent Trailer, fully loaded, sleeps 8, good cond. Asking $6500 obo. 604-524-4778

Tree Services

Tree Removal - Stump Grinding Branch Chipping * Free Est. * WCB Local resident, 34 yrs. 604-943-0043

8335

AUTOMOTIVE

NO WHEELS, NO PROBLEM

Window Cleaning

Excelsior South Building Maintenance

Bonded, licensed and insured Serving the lower mainland for 100 years!

778-558-6842

Window Cleaning • Gutters Pressure Washing • Lawn Care General Maintenance and More Ask about our total care packages!

Pricing starting from $30/hr • Free quotes!

SHINY WINDOWS OF DELTA

•BOB THE WINDOW MAN• Window cleaning in and out, gutters, local business. Established in 1993 Call Bob 604-943-3629

view ads online @

http://classiﬁed.van.net

Cash for junk cars! $100 to $1000 Ask about our $500 Credit!

Visit our website @ www.surreyscrap.com Free tow, no wheels, no papers no problem! Hassle free friendly service. 2 hr service in most areas.

604 628 9044

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673

*DELTA SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL $160 Min. FOR COMPLETE FULL SIZE VEHICLES Serving the Delta area for 20 yrs. Call 604- 649-1627, 946-0943

THE SCRAPPER SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 2H

Looking For a New Set of Wheels? • Search for your new vehicle by model, type or price. • Check out dealer specials. • Compare your vehicle and get factory specs by model.

All of this and more at:

driving.ca

A52 The Delta Optimist April 30, 2011

Thursday, May May 1st5th 5pm1pm until close. Thursday, - 11pm

InBetter onetonight we can raise give than receive give

InBetter oneto$250,000 night we can raise givethan receive

$ to ﬁght Breast Cancer.

$250,000 to ﬁght Breast Cancer. %* plus plus

Save 20 Save 20

% on your entire purchase. on your entire purchase.

Mary Kay

Door Prizes Snacks & Refreshments

Yes, even sale-priced items!

Mark’s invites everyone to join us to helpMark's us reach our goal of raising $250,000. invites everyone to join us Save 20%* on everything in the store for one night only (yes, even sale-priced items). Thursday, May 1st 5pm until close.

Thursday, May 5th 1pm - 11pm Your shopping will save lives. When you spend at least $65 after you enjoy your 20%* * Your shopping willtaxes, save lives.willWhen you$5spend least $65 afterSociety you enjoy your 20% discount and before Mark’s donate to theatBreast Cancer of Canada. discount and before taxes, Mark’s will donate $5 to the Breast Cancer Society of Canada.

Trenant Park Square, Ladner

www.bcsc.ca

604-946-8232 www.marks.com

04302090

* Does not include Gift Cards. * Does not include Gift Cards. Please contact your local store for hours of operation.