Delta Optimist September 12 2014

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Tsawwassen artist Jacqueline Dunn is in China this week for a solo show. A Chinese art dealer was so taken by the work of the retired high school art teacher that he commissioned 40 paintings that are now on display in the city of Tianjin. See story on Page 17.

Discovery hits close to home

Dalton excited to hear one of Franklin’s ships found in Arctic BY

JESSICA KERR

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The discovery this week of a ship lost in the 1800s is being hailed as an incredible achievement by a local author On Tuesday, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the discovery of one of the ships belonging to the ill-fated Franklin Expedition. Royal Navy captain Sir John Franklin’s expedition to find the Northwest Passage, which included two large ships — HMS Erebus and HMS Terror

— and 130 men, set sail from England in 1845 bound for the Arctic.

The vessels were last seen off the west coast of Greenland when they met two whaling ships before continuing west into the ice of Lancaster Sound. They were never seen again.

“Expeditions have been looking for those ships since 1846, 1847 so it’s an incredible achievement,” said local author and former expedition organizer Anthony Dalton, who lives in Tsawwassen.

Dalton, who has written 14

non-fiction books, five related to the Artic and one specifically about Sir John Franklin and the ill-fated mission, said he let out a yelp of excitement when he heard Tuesday’s announcement.

“It’s great for Canadian history,” he said. “It’s great for British history.”

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Tsawwassen author Anthony Dalton has written five books about the Artic, including one specifically about Sir John Franklin’s ill-fated mission.

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Fewer concerns voiced as developer replaces five-storey condo proposal with townhouses BY

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The tone was clearly less hostile but concern and skepticism were still conveyed over the latest proposal for a multi-family development in Ladner Village.

Roughly 80 people attended a public information meeting at the Ladner Community Centre Wednesday evening to learn more about a revised plan for a site at the corner of 47A Avenue and 48B Street.

The original proposal called for a five-storey condo building, which drew a heated response from the public at a meeting in July.

The mood was less intense this week when the new plan was discussed.

The scaled-back proposal is for 23 three-storey townhouses. According to Delta’s planning department, the proposed density and height are consistent with the Ladner Area Plan.

The Skov family, who were present at both meetings, consolidated four properties at the site in an effort to construct a residential complex that is being called Village Walk.

Architect Peter Dandyk explained the complete redesign to the audience.

“We think the new scale and design of the building is contextually appropriate.

We’ve taken on a little bit more of an historical character to try and fit better

ing what would be an attractive project.

He added the area plan identifies logical places where density could be increased and that the site is one of them.

He also said the previous higher density condo plan would have had mostly seniors, but the new townhouse plan will likely be occupied mostly by families, which in itself is fine because “this type of development will rejuvenate the community and bring a lot of young blood into it.”

Rolly Skov was planning to live in one of the condo units in the original proposal, but due to mobility challenges he won’t reside in the proposed townhouse complex. One PHOTO BY SANDOR GYARMATI audience member said Ladner resident Brian Webb was told at a public meeting Wednesday evening that the height of a proposed townhouse development in the village would be in compliance with the Official Community Plan she actually favours condos over townhomes and Ladner Area Plan. due to better affordabilwith the Ladner town centre build to such a height, sayto meet the bylaw requireity as well as providing and I think it’s even more ing it’s still out of character ments, Dandyk said elimihousing for seniors with responsive than the other with the community. Noting nating more units would mobility issues. scheme would have been,” the maximum height is effectively destroy the After the meeting, Skov he said. merely the very top of the economic viability of the told the Optimist the mood The height of the compitched roof, Dandyk said project. was much better than the plex would reach 43 feet the design has “sensitive Others questioned the first meeting and that they (13 metres), which is close massing” in that the roof density, tree removal and were there to listen to what to three other recent develslopes away from the street other aspects of the plan, people had to say. opments in Ladner that had Several others comsaying it’s an improvement Municipal staff members, heights ranging between 12 plained the project didn’t over the previous proposal who gathered comments at and 12.5 metres. have enough visitor parkbut still seems out of charthe meeting, will forward However, several audiing. When asked if the acter with Ladner Village. the proposal to various civic ence members questioned number of units could Dandyk responded that a advisory committees before Dandyk and civic planning be scaled back to create considerable amount of it makes its way to Delta staff on hand on the need to additional on-site parking effort has gone into design- council for consideration.

DISCOVERY from page 1 He said what actually happened to the two ships has remained a mystery over the years.

“It was obviously trapped in ice ... we know that from notes left behind,” Dalton said.

“It will be wonderful once they actually get on those ships.”

The Victoria Strait Expedition, using a remotely operated underwater vehicle recently acquired

by Parks Canada, found the

ship largely intact. While there is enough evidence to confirm it is one of Franklin’s missing ships, there is not yet enough information to identify if it is Erebus or Terror.

“Our government has been deeply committed to finding HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, which were

Canada’s only undiscovered national historical site.

Since 2008, there have been six major Parks Canadaled searches for the lost Franklin Expedition ships, painstakingly covering many hundreds of square kilometres of the Arctic seabed,” Harper said.

The discovery, however,

is just the beginning.

“Finding the first vessel will no doubt provide the momentum — or wind in our sails — necessary to locate its sister ship and find out even more about what happened to the Franklin Expedition’s crew,” the prime minister said this week.

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The group fighting a plan to erect radio towers in Point Roberts is asking concerned residents to attend a town hall meeting next week to learn more about what’s been happening and how they can help.

The meeting will have several guest speakers provide the latest information on the application by BBC Broadcasting Inc. to construct five 45-metre (150-foot) steel towers on an undeveloped lot on McKenzie Way just south of the border. The towers would transmit South Asian radio station KRPI, AM 1550, to a Lower Mainland audience.

The meeting, organized by the Cross Border Coalition to Stop the Radio Towers, will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m. at Tsawwassen United Church, 693-53rd St. Many residents in Tsawwassen and Point Roberts have been fighting the proposal due to concerns over blanketing interference that would cause havoc with household electronic devices. The station currently broadcasts using antenna in Ferndale, Wash.,

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The radio station looking to move its towers to Point Roberts has this promotional sign erected in East Delta. but wants to move them closer and have a stronger 50,000-watt, all-day signal.

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Commission in the U.S. has granted a construction permit but a conditional use permit is still required from Whatcom County, which

will hold a public hearing on the issue late next month.

Next week’s town hall meeting will discuss the likely day for public comments at the hearing and how to coordinate speakers from both sides of the border to best advance their case.

The hearing is scheduled to start Oct. 27 and could last up to five days.

Opponents are gathering expert witnesses and have legal representation, but are looking to raise another $35,000 to fund their case.

Dozens of local merchants have helped the cause by placing donation jars in their businesses as well as petition sheets that will be forwarded to the House of Commons.

Merchants have also donated many gift cards and goods that will be available for purchase at next Wednesday’s meeting.

The coalition is also holding a benefit concert hosted by the Cottages at Seabright Farms in Point Roberts. The event, which will feature live music, a barbecue and silent auction, will take place Sunday, Sept. 21 from 1 to 5 p.m.

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Trustees write minister urging end to strike Board members say they support any process that breaks impasse

school year with no sign of ending.

Teachers voted overThe Delta school board whelmingly this week to has written a letter to the return to work if the govminister of education in ernment agreed to arbitraan effort to get tion. Education things moving in Minister Peter the stalled contract Fassbender, who dispute between rejected the government and B.C. Teachers’ teachers.

Federation call for The board met binding arbitration, this week to discalled upon teachcuss the ongoing Laura Dixon ers to suspend the teachers’ strike strike.

Board chair and agreed to have In an interview chair Laura Dixon this week, Dixon send a letter on behalf of expressed frustration over the board stating Delta school districts being left trustees continue to urge on the sidelines during the both parties in the dispute bitter dispute. to remove any further obstaDelta Teachers’ cles to achieving a deal and Association president Paul to act to immediately return Steer recently said the govstudents to their schools. ernment seems intent on Dixon noted they support making the union drop its any process that both parcourt victory on class size ties can agree to that will and composition. break the impasse.

Dixon’s full letter to parThe strike began in June, ents and to the minister can disrupting the end of the be viewed on the Optimist last school year and has website (www.delta-optidragged throughout the mist.com) as well as the summer. It’s now into the district website (http://web. first two weeks of the new deltasd.bc.ca/).

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Dog walker makes first court appearance to face several animal cruelty charges BY

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The woman facing animal cruelty charges in the deaths of six Ladner dogs, including her own, made her first court appearance Tuesday afternoon.

Dog walker Emma Paulsen is facing several charges under both the Criminal Code and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, including

killing or injuring an animal, causing unnecessary pain or suffering of an animal, failing to provide adequate care to dogs, and mischief.

The Crown also, for the first time, invoked a new section of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, which was enacted in 2012, that makes it an offence to fail to provide adequate care to an animal.

In an appearance in

Surrey Provincial Court Tuesday afternoon, Paulsen had her case adjourned until Oct. 17.

Initially reported stolen from her truck while parked at a Langley park in May, it later came out that the canines — Buddy, a Boston terrier, Mia, a pit bull, Oscar, a Rottweilerhusky mix, Molly, a blue heeler-shepherd cross, Teemo, a Bouvier poodle cross, and Salty, the dog

walker’s own border collie — died after allegedly being left in Paulsen’s vehicle on a hot day.

The dogs were later recovered from an Abbotsford ditch.

If convicted, the Ladner woman could face a maximum fine of $75,000, up to five years in jail and a ban on owning or having custody of animals for a period of time determined by the judge.

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Metal isn’t scrap after all

The purpose of the Crime Beat is to educate and inform the public about some of the property crime trends occurring in South Delta and other files of interest. If you see anything occurring that you believe to be suspicious, call 911 for in-progress crimes and emergencies or 604-9464411 for other assistance.

The following are some of the calls the Delta police responded to in the previous week: Ladner • Sept. 1, 1:39 p.m., 5300-block of 34B Avenue: A man called police to report that a hydro pole had been hacked with an axe and cut about one-third through. The pole was not in danger of falling. B.C. Hydro attended to deal with the damaged pole. No suspects or witnesses have been located.

• Sept. 1, 7:30 p.m., 5800-block of Mountain View Boulevard: Complainant came to police headquarters to report the theft of two bicycles that had been locked in the bike rack two hours previously.

Bikes described as straight handled commuter bikes. A broadcast was sent to patrol units but they were unable

to locate the bikes at that time.

• Sept. 2, 10:56 p.m., 4600-block of 62nd Street: Complainant reported that two or three eggs were thrown at her house.

A group of youths was reported to have purchased eggs from a local business, however no description was obtained. Police searched the nearby area but did not locate the group. The complainant advised that similar incidents have occurred in the past. Video surveillance from the business will be obtained.

• Sept. 4, 3:09 p.m., 5000-block of 47A Avenue: Complainant reported that her daughter’s townhouse had been broken into during the past two days. There were no signs of forcible entry and an area patrol proved negative. Electronics and personal identification were stolen.

• Sept. 5, 7:54 a.m., 4600-block of 52A Street: Complainant reported that overnight her unlocked vehicle had been rummaged through while parked at her residence. Police attended and discovered that a number of unlocked vehicles

in the area had also been entered and gone through.

Nothing of value stolen, but in two instances insurance papers were moved from the glove box. No witnesses or suspects.

Tsawwassen • Sept. 1, 1:32 a.m., 700-block of 53rd Street: Complainant called to advise that two males had ripped down a construction fence. He was unable to provide any further description of the suspects. Police attended and observed that four sections of the fence had been pushed over. No suspects found. Police returned the sections to their original position.

• Sept. 1, 2:05 a.m., 1100-block of 54A Street: Police discovered that a theft had occurred from a truck parked in an underground parking garage. The passenger side door lock was damaged and the interior of the vehicle had been rummaged through. The doors to the rear toolbox were open and first aid kit removed. The owner was contacted and subsequently advised police that his passport and vehicle registration papers had also been stolen.

No witnesses.

• Sept. 3, 10:04 a.m., 700-block of Tsawwassen Beach Road: Complainant called to report a theft from an auto on his property overnight. Video surveillance shows a male suspect and a female suspect entering the driveway. The male entered the unlocked vehicle and stole cash. No damage.

• Sept. 4, 1:05 p.m., 5600-block of 10th Avenue: Complainant reported that two unidentified men were knocking on her front door attempting to get her children to open it. They subsequently left in a small pickup truck after taking an exhaust manifold off the complainant’s property.

Police located the vehicle on Highway 17 filled with what appeared to be junk metal and discarded furniture. Both suspects were arrested for theft.

Investigators determined the suspects were attempting to locate an adult to inquire about the manifold they believed was scrap. The suspects have no history of theft or break and enter.

Police escorted the suspects back where they returned the manifold and apologized to the homeowner.

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Deputy chief receives national police award Lyle Beaudoin honoured at Rideau Hall in Ottawa

Delta police deputy Chief Lyle Beaudoin was in Ottawa earlier this week to receive one of the highest honours awarded to police officers.

Beaudoin was honoured with the Order of Merit of the Police Forces at Rideau Hall. Governor General David Johnston presented the deputy chief with his award on Tuesday.

“It is an honour for one of our members to be recognized nationally with this award and it speaks to deputy Chief Beaudoin’s commitment to public safety and the community of Delta,” said Chief Jim Cessford.

“Deputy Chief Beaudoin continues to serve Delta with the same energy and enthusiasm as when he first started with the department.”

Beaudoin joined the department in 1978 as a 19-year-old reserve before becoming a sworn member a year later. He was promoted to corporal in 1989, sergeant in 1993, staff ser-

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MURPHY’S LAW It looks like she’s willing to settle for being No. 2.

Mayor Lois Jackson’s announcement Monday that she would seek a sixth term this November didn’t come as much of a surprise to anyone who keeps tabs on municipal hall. Although she was reluctant to confirm it any earlier than she did, all signs, including campaign fundraising having already begun in earnest, pointed to yet another re-election bid.

The bigger question was how much longer the veteran politician, who has been on Delta council almost continuously since the early 1970s, would continue to occupy the mayor’s chair. She answered that one on Monday as well by declaring the upcoming term, provided she’s re-elected, will be her last.

Her history of fending off challengers, coupled with a dearth of opponents this time around, suggests there’s no reason to think voters won’t return her two months from now. If that’s the case, she’ll continue her climb up Delta’s record book.

During the current term, Jackson passed William Henry Ladner to move into third spot on the list of longesttenured Delta mayors. Ladner, who was Delta’s first reeve back in 1880, served on six different occasions for a total of 14 years.

When Jackson completes this term, she will have served for 15 years, which will equal the run of John Kirkland, who presided over Delta in the 1940s and ‘50s. Should she get re-elected and finish out the next term, which will be a fouryear one, it would bring her time in the municipality’s top job to 19 years, which would put her in second place by herself, but still well short of the record held by Alex Paterson.

Those who marvel, and for good reason, at Jackson’s longevity will surely be in awe of Paterson, who was Delta’s reeve (the English term was used until 1969 when it was replaced by mayor) for a whopping 27 years.

He was at the helm from 1914 to 1944, with the exception of a three-year stretch in the early ‘20s.

Jackson, who has already made history by becoming the first woman elected to Delta council in 1972, will have to settle for second spot on the mayor’s list, assuming, of course, she doesn’t re-consider the decision about it being her final term and seeks a mandate beyond 2018.

That seems unlikely at this point, but if there were ever going to be a western version of Hazel McCallion, the 90-something mayor who has ruled Mississauga for the better part of four decades, Jackson would have to be a leading candidate.

Settlement is inevitable, so let’s not waste more time DOUG HUSBAND

COMMUNITY COMMENT The labour strife between the provincial government and public school teachers is like no other.

This impasse affects thousands of teachers, hundreds of thousands of students awaiting educational opportunity already paid for, and multitudes of apprehensive and dissatisfied parents.

No one side will win this stalemate. Both sides think they’re right and they’re in it for the long haul.

The Ministry of Education must believe a lengthy strike will have such long-term effect on the BCTF membership to resolve future contract issues at the bargaining table, rather than again risk loss of employment and financial hardship. The BCTF naively thinks it has the will of the voters along with a united membership.

This is not a typical union/

employer dispute of blocked access to company property and hostile employees with placards disrupting business. Why then do professionals engage in such lame and inappropriate practices?

Rhetorically speaking, why do teachers in public schools require strike action and denial of services during contract negotiations? Why do other unions and professionals successfully resolve their contract issues? The underlying answer is the high cost of delivering a service, which has been determined to be an “essential” service.

Those at the bargaining table should resign if they’re incompetent (which I don’t believe to be the case) or their mandate as instructed is unachievable (which I believe to be true).

We are told the B.C. government is holding out for a “negotiated contract.” Thirty years of history says the likelihood of that happening is extremely remote. History also tells us he/she with the most money usually wins the financial contest.

The frustrating point of this impasse is that settlement is inevitable. Several months have passed and both parties appear no closer

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on any of the important issues.

Vince Ready at one point stopped both sides from airing their propaganda through the press. Both sides are back to that tactic and Ready has booked out of the dispute.

Simple folk like myself say enough is enough. The provincial government has all the tools to end the strike/lockout. The Labour Relations Board can order a twoweek cooling off period and bring the teachers back to the classroom as an essential service and then impose a settlement through binding or non-binding arbitration, with the latter of significant value to both sides.

It saddens me to see professionals awkwardly standing around wearing silly placards and politicians lamely talking about “negotiated peace” when it simply will not happen. Or will not happen soon enough without irreparable damage to this year’s education system.

Choices have to be made and decisive action taken. Both sides need this dispute resolved and teachers really want to practice their craft and educate our children.

Anything less is unacceptable.

And a good night to you, Vicki, Morgan and Haley.

(not for publication). The Optimist will not print “name withheld” letters. Copyright in letters and other materials submitted voluntarily to the publisher and accepted for publication remains with the author, but the publisher and its licensees may freely reproduce them in print, electronic or other forms.

September 12, 2014 The Delta Optimist A9 Letters to the Editor

Funding needed to fight proposed radio towers Editor: In just over six weeks the Whatcom County hearing on KRPI’s proposed fivetower antenna array in Point Roberts will take place in Bellingham.

The Cross-Border Coalition to Fight the Towers has hired the best lawyers in the county to represent our communities and stop this project.

The proposed radio towers will not benefit our

community in any way, shape or form. Zero benefits, but lots of negatives.

I knew AM antennas were the “bad boys” of radio antennas but even after reading engineering reports extensively for the past 10 months, I wasn’t catching on to the main problem. I was picturing the 50,000 watts of electromagnetic radiation (EMR) coming from the tops of antennas with somehow bits

of it filtering downward and invading our homes, businesses and our electronics with harmful “blanketing interference.”

What I didn’t realize is that with AM antennas, the signal comes out of the entire height of the antenna.

On top of that, AM radio waves love to travel along the ground as they move outwards, going through houses, trees, people, our phones (landlines, portable

and cell), computers, TVs, all of our speakers, MP3 players and more.

KRPI says they will “remediate” problems, but all of the items listed above are specifically excluded by the FCC and will not be serviced by KRPI. That’s because they can’t be fixed.

Now it is clear why property values go down in communities near AM antennas. Radio antennas are meant to be sited on

farmland, or on mountains, far away from homes and people.

We must raise another $25,000 in the next six weeks so we can finance the defence of our homes and families. We have an excellent case that we believe our legal team will win. Credentialed experts in engineering, site lines and birds are also necessary.

Please help us beat KRPI and donate today by send-

ing a cheque to PRTA/FTT, 239-55th St., Delta, B.C., V4M 3J4, or go to http:// notowers.webs.com to use a credit card or PayPal. Please step up and be generous. Every little bit counts but if you have been blessed with more, please donate more. How dumb would it be to get stuck with these harmful antennas forever when we have a winning case?

Armene Belless

Graduating students losing out with prolonged strike

Editor: There has been a lot of discussion regarding the need for proper funding for class size and composition, English Language and special needs students in the ongoing teachers’ strike.

However, I would also like to address the needs of academic students who are also losing out because this Liberal government is refusing to negotiate in good faith, has ignored two court rulings, has turned down arbitration and has brought no creative ideas to the table to help mediate a solution to this serious crisis in public education.

How can this government blindly ignore the needs of our academic Grade 12 students? These students will be competing for seats at universities across Canada, the U.S. and possibly internationally and yet these students will have missed out on important “end of the year” Grade 11 curriculum and will now be weeks behind with difficult Grade

12 coursework.

These students of today will be our future doctors, health care workers, engineers, computer techies, teachers and business professionals.

For the government to say it doesn’t have money to support public education is far from the truth.

Perhaps to meet a balanced budget, the Liberals are now stealing from our children’s public education and are robbing our children of the ability to compete against their peers academically in other parts of Canada and the world.

Would someone please explain to me how the Liberal government can still claim “Families First” with the highest child poverty rate, children attending SDSS with massive power lines running overhead and now no school for weeks for all public school children in B.C.?

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Unions are supposed to stand for fairness and equality, so Iker should share his high pay with striking teachers and join them on the picket line.

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A10 The Delta Optimist September 12, 2014 Business

Chamber hosting session to provide TFN updates

The Delta Chamber of Commerce presents a half-day Tsawwassen First Nation Economic Development Update event next week at the Delta Town & Country Inn. “It offers a unique opportunity to network, learn and hear first-hand about the largest development of its kind in the history of our community,” the chamber’s website states.

Presentation topics and presenters, as listed on the website, include: • Working Effectively with Aboriginal People Mini-Workshop — Bob Joseph, founder and president, Indigenous Corporate Training Inc. • Economic Development Overview — Chris Hartmann, CEO, Tsawwassen First Nation Economic Development Corporation • Residential Update — Kevin Hoffman, senior vice-president, Aquilini Development and Construction Inc. • Retail and Commercial Update — John Scott,

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In an ongoing capacity, COBS Bread will be donating to BCC through its End of Day Giving program.

Your support of COBS Bread during the Higher Fibre for Higher Learning campaign will improve the lives of those in need and to help set Canadian children up for the success that they deserve.

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Aktiv Coast Healthcare is hosting an open house tomorrow where the public can meet health professionals (from left) Susan Rodgers, Dr. Tyler Linn, Robert Kjemhus and Sarah Johnson.

A recently opened clinic is bringing a new approach to health and wellness to South Delta.

Aktiv Coast Healthcare is a multi-disciplinary health clinic that has an integrated team of health care professionals committed to improving clients’ overall health, function and wellbeing.

“What we’re really looking to do is improve people’s overall health,” says chiropractor Dr. Tyler Linn, who opened the Tsawwassen clinic in July along with his wife, Sarah Johnson, a clinical counselor.

Susan Rodgers, a registered holistic nutritionist, and kinesiologist Robert Kjemhus round out the current team. Linn said he is also looking to add a massage therapist and physiotherapist to the clinic this fall.

The range of services offered includes manual therapy and chiropractic care, rehabilitation, custom orthotics, prehabilitation, functional movement assessments, kinesiology services, clinical counseling and nutritional coaching.

First-time clients will go through a screening process to determine which team

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For example, Linn said, he might start by addressing a specific injury and then prescribe exercises, which Kjemhus will then demonstrate the proper form.

Through his prehabilitation program, Kjemhus can prescribe specific movements and exercises to help correct muscle and joint imbalances to improve strength and mobility.

Johnson, a registered social worker and clinical counselor, specializes in helping clients deal with life stress, self-esteem, depression and anxiety. She uses evidence-based therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness therapy and supportive counseling, as well as situation-specific education and life skill development, such as assertive communication and healthy boundary setting.

On the nutrition side of things, Rodgers believes in a more whole food approach, rather than recommending supplements, and offers a nutritional coaching package.

Aktiv Coast Healthcare is hosting an open house tomorrow from noon to 4

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A Warm and Joyful welcome to...

Elizabeth Northcott

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

All Saints Anglican Church

Step out in faith Gail stopped by the office this morning to say hello and to catch up with what’s happening in the parish. Before you know it, she had her “tablet” out and was showing pictures of her two young grandchildren swinging from the monkey bars and swooshing down a park slide.

It seems easy for me to see the presence of God in these shining bright faces. I rejoice in the simple ways in which love is displayed — just playing on the teeter-totter together. The more difficult expression of God’s compassion and love comes from trying to seek God’s presence in the midst of anxiety and anger.

The other day we were reading from Exodus the story of Moses and the people of Israel running away

from their slave captors in Egypt.

Just as they think they can see a clear path ahead, they run into the shore of a great sea. They are in trouble, but God is with them.

“Raise your hand,” God tells Moses, “and the sea will part and you will walk through on dry land.”

And that’s what he did. The people were free from their enemy.

There were often new enemies along their path, but they went together following God’s lead.

“Whenever two or three are gathered,” Jesus said, “I will be with you.” God promises to be with us on our life’s journey too. Whether we experience the joy of loving family, or times of anxiety and stress, just raise your hand to God and step out in faith.

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A14 The Delta Optimist September 12, 2014 In the Community

Local Government Elections – November 15, 2014

ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? The 2014 Local Government Elections for the Offices of Mayor, Councillor and School Trustee will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2014

Am I Eligible to Vote?

You are eligible to vote in a local election as a resident elector when you: • are 18 years of age or older when you register to vote or will be 18 years of age or older on general voting day • are a Canadian citizen • have been a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration • have been a resident of Delta for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration • are not disqualified under the Local Government Act, or any other enactment, or by law from voting in a local election.

You are eligible to vote as a Non-Resident Property Elector when you: • are 18 years of age or older when you register to vote or will be 18 years of age or older on general voting day • are a Canadian citizen • have been a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration • are the registered owner of property in Delta for at least 30 days before you register to vote • are not disqualified under the Local Government Act, or any other enactment, or by law from voting in a local election.

If there is more than one person who is the registered owner of real property, only one of those individuals may register as a Non-Resident Property Elector in relation to that property.

Tsawwassen First Nation Residents

Tsawwassen First Nation residents are not eligible to vote in the Municipality of Delta elections for the Offices of Mayor and Councillor as these lands are not within the boundaries of the Municipality of Delta. As Tsawwassen First Nation is within the boundaries of School District #37 (Delta), Tsawwassen First Nation residents are eligible to vote for the Office of School Trustee for the Delta Board of Education.

Landed immigrants who are not yet Canadian citizens, are not permitted to vote.

No Corporation is entitled to vote.

How do I Register to Vote?

You must be registered to vote. The Corporation of Delta uses the Provincial Voters List as the basis of the Delta Voters List. If you are currently registered as a Provincial Elector, as a resident of Delta, your name has been automatically placed on the Delta Voters List.

If your name is not on the Provincial Voters List, you may register to have your name added to the Delta Voters List, at the following municipal offices, during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, except holidays): Office of the Municipal Clerk Municipal Information Office Delta Municipal Hall North Delta Recreation Centre 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent 11415 - 84th Avenue Ladner, BC North Delta, BC

Advance Registration will not be permitted after the close of regular business at 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23, 2014.

If you have not registered in advance, you may register at your voting place on voting day.

Identification Required to Register on Voting Day

To register on voting day you will be required to produce two (2) pieces of identification to verify identity and residency (at least one piece of identification must contain your signature). Examples of acceptable identification are: • BC Drivers License/ Identification Card • Property Tax Notice • BC Care Card • Credit or Debit card • BC Services Card • Utility Bill • Canadian Citizenship Card/ Passport

Delta Voters List: Information and Privacy

The Delta Voters List is made available for public viewing and is provided to each candidate and Elector Organization participating in the election, for use as defined by the Local Government Act. The list contains the names of all registered voters, as well as other personal information such as the voter’s residential address.

To protect your privacy you may request that your address be omitted or obscured from the list by September 23, 2014. If requested to do this, the Chief Election Officer must amend the list provided to candidates or that is available for public viewing, by omitting or obscuring the requested information.

To determine if your name is currently on the Delta Voters List and/or for additional information regarding any of the above, please contact: Office of the Municipal Clerk 604-946-3220 (Tel) The Corporation of Delta 604-946-3390 (Fax) 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent clerks@delta.ca Delta, B.C. V4K 3E2 www.delta.ca/elections

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Entertain the kids at Delta Museum The Delta Museum is offering a number of ways to entertain the kids over the coming weeks: Hands On History During the morning of this popular hands-on history program, the children will travel back in time to experience what life was like at the turn of the last century by making their own butter, using a washboard and laundry mangle, and experiencing a pioneer classroom.

The afternoon program will start with a walking tour of Ladner Village where children will learn about life in early Ladner and how the community has changed. Back at the museum, there will be a chance to build a giant map, learn Morse code and use a telegraph, and explore museum exhibits.

Registration is required.

Program is available Tuesday and Thursday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 2 p.m. Cost is $15 for half-day program or $25 for full day. Program is for ages six and up.

Mystery in the Museum: The Case of the Stolen Jewellery It is the spring of 1910 and the community of Ladner’s Landing is shocked to hear that

Mrs. Roberts’ fine emerald necklace has been stolen.

Jack Smith, a farmhand of the Roberts, is promptly arrested for the crime.

However, as he waits at the Ladner jail to be transferred to New Westminster for his trial, Smith insists he is innocent. As lead detective of the investigation, you will have to figure out who really did it. Was it the cook? The maid? Hidden within the exhibits are clues that will help you unravel the mystery.

The drop-in program is available Tuesday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Cost is $5 per mystery solving kit or free if combined with Museum Explorations.

Museum Explorations Tour the museum exhibits and discover answers to a fun scavenger hunt.

Discover new artifacts and learn about what life was like in the past.

This drop-in program is available Tuesday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Cost is $5 per scavenger kit or free if combined with Mystery in the Museum.

The museum is housed in a 1912 Tudor-style building in the heart of Ladner Village at 4858 Delta St. For more information, visit www.deltamuseum.ca or call 604-946-9322.

Six Deltans among those to receive ‘Duke’ award from Prince Edward Prince Edward will present Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Awards to 90 youths from across B.C., including six from Delta, tomorrow in Victoria.

Locals scheduled to receive the award at a Government House ceremony are Morgan Farrell, Arjun Bains, Anne George, Avery Laird, Philippe Mattoo and Shelby Raeburn.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is an international program open to those 14

to 24. Currently, there are eight million participants in over 140 countries worldwide, including more than 44,000 in Canada and approximately 8,000 in B.C. To earn the Gold Award, participants must work actively in the five sections of the program: volunteer service, a skill, physical recreation, an adventurous journey and a residential project.

The award is presented in the form of a lapel pin and a certificate.

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A16 The Delta Optimist September 12, 2014 In the Community

Reunion benefits food bank

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Deb Reimer Tremain (right) and Mary-Jo Glen Ohl are pictured with a $468.79 cheque for the South Delta Food Bank. The money was donated by the 1974 graduating classes of Delta Secondary and South Delta Secondary, which held a combined 40-year reunion at the Sundance Pub last month. Proceeds from a 50/50 draw and money from the door were donated to the food bank in memory of Bruce MacDonald, who started the tradition at the reunions, and all the other gone, but not forgotten grads from the two schools.

Next Chapter Book Club returns

The Next Chapter Book Club returns to the Ladner Pioneer Library next week.

The eight-week program is for people with developmental disabilities, and offers an opportunity for

reading and learning together, talking about books, and making friends in a relaxed community setting.

It resumes on Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 1:45 p.m.

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years, the club’s success has prompted the launch of another club at the George Mackie Library in North Delta, which will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 1 to 2 p.m.

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Local painter Jacqueline Dunn is in China this week for a solo showing of 40 of her works.

Local art goes overseas

Tsawwassen painter Jacqueline Dunn is showing her work in China this weekend BY

JESSICA KERR

jkerr@delta-optimist.com

Local artist Jacqueline Dunn is on the other side of the world this week for a solo show in Tianjin, China.

Dunn has always loved to paint, and after retiring from her teaching career two years ago, kicked her painting into high gear.

“It’s non stop,” she says. “I don’t even breath. I paint one every three days.”

Dunn taught at various schools

in Delta for 35 years, including the last 20 as an art teacher at Sands Secondary in North Delta.

“I’ve always been a crazy, impassioned artist,” she says with a laugh.

After retiring, she joined the South Delta Artists Guild and began showing some of her works around town.

“It’s been a great, great thing for me,” she says about joining the guild.

Her passion for painting was taken to the next level earlier this

year when a Chinese art dealer approached her. Dunn says she thought the man and his wife were just interested in buying some of her paintings. However, the man approached her about commissioning 40 paintings for a solo show in China.

Dunn agreed and has been working on the paintings since March.

While she typically paints mostly landscapes, forestscapes and gardens, the man asked her to incorporate images of Tianjin’s

buildings and bridges into some of the works.

He has traveled to Tsawwassen several times since March to pick up the paintings. Dunn took the last few with her as she flew to China for the show, which will consist of 20 pieces showcasing the bridges and architecture of Tianjin and another 20 depicting the landscape and architecture of B.C. The project has forced Dunn, who works mostly in oil and acrylic, to expand her horizons.

She learned how to write some Chinese characters and incorporated more colour into her work.

Dunn will spend eight days in China.

In addition to the art show, the trip will include a visit to the ancient city of Xi-An, the Great Wall and a Chinese opera.

Dunn says she hopes her story will encourage and inspire other artists who feel they are struggling.

“Whatever it is that lights your soul on fire, you do it,” she says.

Annual South Delta Fox Run set for Sunday

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Rotarians Greg Muirhead (left) and John Charbonneau (right) with Vancouver Giants Matt Barberis and Arvin Atwal as well as Jack the Giant.

Everything is in place for Sunday’s annual Terry Fox Run in South Delta.

“Come out for a fun time,” says Bryan Kelly, a member of the Tsawwassen Rotary Club, which organizes the yearly event.

Inspired by Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope more than three decades ago, the Terry Fox Run takes place in communities across the country and around the world, raising millions for cancer research.

Rotary Square at Tsawwassen Town

Centre Mall will once again serve as race headquarters, with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. and the run starting at 10 a.m.

There is no entry fee or minimum donation.

The event includes both five-kilometre and 10-kilometre routes. Both courses are suitable for bikes, wheelchairs/strollers and rollerblades. Dogs are welcome on leash.

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t this stage of our lives, my husband Brent and I seem to be re-learning the three Rs. No, thank heavens it’s not reading, writing and arithmetic. With our roving home in tow, it’s all about RVing, recreating and relaxing.

B.C. is home to over 1,500 campgrounds and during this trip we discover that the arid Okanagan is the perfect place to buff up on these basics. Dozens of sites dot the sagebrush hills and tranquil lakeshores and at Camping and RVing BC Coalition, we have a list of choices, photos and campground information at our fingertips, ranging from national and provincial parks to properties that are privately operated.

“Let’s take a camping trip down memory lane,” Brent suggests, when panning the options. “Lake Okanagan Provincial Park was a family favourite when I was growing up.”

After checking this link, it’s easy to see why. The 98-hectare oasis, rimmed by a swim-safe beach, is nestled into a grove of pine. It’s divided into two campgrounds — the South, where sites snuggle together on a lakeshore jetty, and the North, with lake-viewing spots that terrace the

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Stopping to take in the scenery on the lakeshore trail.

hillside. Although there are no electrical or water hookups for our RV, there are hot showers and flush toilets.

And the sites are spacious enough for our 28-foot fifth wheel.

With a quick click to www.discovercamping. ca, our reservation is made and less than a month later we’re living our Lake Okanagan dream.

“This is the life,” Brent says from a lazy lounger.

Although seeking solace is certainly part of our learning goal, there’s an abundance of activity just steps from our RV door. Water-

skiers and windsurfers join swimmers and fishing folk.

And there’s also plenty of activity for all of us landlovers.

The two campgrounds are linked by an interpretive trail and along the way we check out regional flora and fauna. Columbia and Chocolate lily, flourishing next to wildflowers, are canopied by stately Ponderosa pine. Ground squirrels scurry beneath the prolific ground cover and meadowlarks, flickers and quail take flight above.

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On our second day, we stroll through Summerland’s Ornamental Gardens, a horticulturist’s delight that’s located high above Highway 97. Spanning its bordering gorge is Trout Creek Railway Bridge, a trestle of metal that hangs 73 meters above the canyon floor.

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the harmless gopher snakes my feet go into river-dance mode. “Don’t fret,” Brent reassures. “They’re more afraid of you.” Even though I find this hard to believe, it doesn’t stop me from trekking on.

The nearby city of Summerland offers a network of recreational pathways, some that also lure those on bicycle and horseback. You can step back in time while checking out Centennial Trail, a 4.5-kilometre loop that intersects with the original township and snakes through desert grasses. There’s that ‘S’

restored locomotive, shares the scenic sites of today with rail travel from a bygone era. It’s a 90-minute journey that appeases kids of all ages.

There are plenty of other pastimes in this Okanagan playground that’ll bring out your inner child.

Check out Peachland’s eight-sided museum, drift the river channel to Skaha Lake on a Coyote Cruise inner tube ride or boost your adrenaline with one of the exhilarating options at Penticton’s LocoLanding.

We opt for the Summerland Golf and Country Club, an 18-hole beauty on Paradise Flats where manicured fairways are backed by Okanagan Valley and Trout Creek Canyon views as well as craggy outcroppings. I lose my first ball in a grove of pine that fringes the third tee, the second drowns in the pond on No. 5 and the third finds habitation beyond the dogleg on No. 18.

I know I’ll never be a pro, but it doesn’t matter. And with this in mind I think of the past three glorious days of RVing, recreating and relaxing and add one more R to the list — rejuvenation.

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Ice Hawks anxious to return home BY

MARK BOOTH

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In a perfect world, Derek Chichak would have another three weeks before worrying about the regular season.

The extra time would not only help with his final roster decisions but put the Delta Ice Hawks back in the comforts of the Ladner Leisure Centre.

Instead, the Hawks opened the 2014-15 campaign in the building of their old rival, falling 53 to the North Vancouver Wolf Pack on Tuesday night. The team will play two more games at North Delta’s Sungod Arena before returning to a renovated and repaired Ladner Arena in time to host the Grandview Steelers on Sept. 23.

“It would be ideal if we matched things up with the Western and B.C. Hockey Leagues,” said Chichak. “This league wants to start earlier to get in the number of games they want before the playoffs. It’s going to be a while before we have a really good idea what our (final) roster is going to look like.

“I can’t even tell you how much we are looking forward to going (back to Ladner). We have had games all over the place and been practising in Richmond. We have basically felt like nomads.”

The longtime Seafair Minor Hockey mentor took over the head coaching reigns last January

and guided the Hawks to a third place finish and a six game opening round playoff loss to North Vancouver.

Two potential key returnees have focused on their post-secondary education — leading scorer Tanner Gattinger (University of Saskatchewan) and goalie Scott Lapp (UBC Okanagan).

Chichak does have a couple of impact 20year-old veterans to lean on — blueliner David Rudin, who will serve as team captain, and Brent Chreptyk, who was named the league’s most improved player. He had a pair of goals in the season opener.

Gritty two-way forwards Spencer Schoen, Evan Grannary and Mark Trotman have also returned, while Brandon Gaunt, Colby Rosner and Ryan Lisowsky will join Rudin at the back.

The Hawks’ biggest shortcoming a year ago was a lack of consistent firepower. They had enjoyed an impressive run as one of the league’s powerhouse teams thanks to an explosive line-up that produced the league scoring champion for three straight seasons.

During Delta’s championship season in 2012, its roster featured four of the league’s top nine scorers. Last year, Gattinger was the only Hawk to crack the top 20 and he was 16th.

The club’s offence could receive a huge boost should Colton Kroeker and Colin Grannery eventually end up back home.

The 17-year-olds led the Delta Hockey

Academy’s Elite team in scoring last season and Kroeker was outstanding as a call-up during last year’s playoffs, managing 10 points in four games. He is currently trying to make the jump to the Western Hockey League with the Regina Pats while Grannery, who had five goals in eight games as an AP last season, is hoping to earn a roster spot with Merritt of the B.C. Hockey League. A third potential impact rookie — defenceman Brandon Kennedy — is in the Lethbridge Hurricanes camp.

In the meantime, Chichak will be counting on other rookies for the Hawks to challenge defending conference champion Richmond Sockeyes, including 17-year-old Delta Academy alumni Jake Fletcher (forward) and Greg Scott (defenceman).

In net, the workload will fall on rookies Jacob Letrace and Jeremy Tamelin. Letrace looked terrific as a call-up last season, stopping 70 of 72 shots in a pair of wins.

“We have left a couple of spots open for kids potentially returning back,” added Chichak.

“My expectations have always been and there is no room for mediocrity. I’ve had a chance to sit down and talk to these kids and find out more about who they are as players and individuals which is a big part of the game. too. I really like the guys we got.”

The Hawks travel to Abbotsford tonight before Richmond next Tuesday at Sungod (8 p.m.).

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During the same weekend and on the final day of competition, Max and his his UBC rowing partner Evan Cheng also managed to win gold for the men’s pair, by edging Brendan Hodge of Tsawwassen and Ontario’s Eric Woelfl in a photo finish.

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Max Lattimer (right) and UBC teammate Evan Cheung won the men’s pair event at the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta. crews looking to compete at the 2016 Summer Olympics.

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5130 WallaceAve

Wallace Avenue!!!! Pebble Hill rancher, sprawling 7995 sq.ft SOUTH exposed lot, 2045 sq.ft of finished living space plus large double car garage! New roof, recent boiler, new flooring (engingeered wood), skylights, three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, Jacobs ladder for storage too! Spectacular garden professionally maintained-PLUS large plot beyond rear fence complete with vegetable garden and fruit trees!! This location is a rare find, no neighbors to the south, watch the eagles sore above you and enjoy sunshine year round!!!

www.deltahomes.ca • www.ladnerrealestate.ca Tsawwassen Springs!!

PRICE REDUCED TO $624,999

204-5099 Springs Blvd BIG PRICE REDUCTION!

Why buy new? Listed WELL BELOW recent sales, this unit is a OF for LIS worthwhile investment anyone T looking to buy! PRICE! 2 bedrooms plus den, 3 baths, 2 large decks and huge open living spaces. This corner unit has southern exposure and beautiful views over the golf course. The balcony is private with its stone walls and fully covered so you can enjoy the outdoors anytime of year. Immediate possession available.

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SOLD! 99% 32 Georgia Wynd, Tsawwassen OPEN SUN 2-4 PM STEPS FROM OPENSATURDAY SUNDAY 2-4 OPEN 2 - 4 THE Enjoy the sunny Bay lifestyle in this tastefully & professionally updated 2 level home minutes to the beach & boat launch. Gorgeous GREAT ROOM concept upstairs that boasts a gourmet kitchen with custom kitchen cabinetry, stainless steel appliances & gas range (barbeque hook-up off kitchen too). New windows, doors & liting plus a media room that is the perfect MAN CAVE. There is a one bedroom in-law suite for Grandma or teens plus the fabulous outdoor space features a hot tub & out door shower. Come take a look and you will fall in love with this move-in condition home & yard. Hurry!

114 67th Street

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$968,000

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$499,999

3465 Ross Rd., Langley

In this sought after location that boasts its own ‘private beach access’ . Nicer than new is this amazing 5 bedroom home that even has water views from the Exquisite most upper den. executive The almost home ¼ acre in lotPebble hosts a Hill's heated pool,sought hot after Street - "Georgia Wynd' that boasts exclusive& beach access to(that the residents.

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ATTN Hobby Farmer! Car Guy! Check this out! 1250sqft 3bdrm home on acreage, 2500sqft shop PLUS horse barrack/chicken coop! The home is open and bright, allowing sun in at every angle all day long. Wonderful established neighborhood of long time owners-quiet/only 5min to town. This location can’t be beat! 220v +water in shop-fits 3-4 vehicles easily. Great lot for building. City Water. NEW ROOF in 2013

880 52A STREET,

TSAWWASSEN • $672,500 SOLD! 5.5 % PORVICERE!LIST NEW LISTING

4 bedroom, family home w/inlaw suite, many updates large flat lot, well maintained! Close to all levels of school- Will not last!!

JOANNE BANDSTRA

604.649.4871

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A26 The Delta Optimist September 12, 2014

WATERFRONT, SPECTACULAR VIEWS ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE CUSTOM-BUILT HOME finished home • Yacht/boat/float plane moorage at private dock • State of the art gourmet chef’s kitchen

OUTSTANDING NORTH SHORE MOUNTAIN VIEWS

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• This home is a "10" • Gorgeous custom built home • Renovated kitchen this year • New Carpet • Fabulous floor plan over 4,349 sq. ft.

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5135 Cliff Pl., Tsawwassen

$1,698,800 ONE OF LADNER’S FINEST W/GOLF COURSE VIEW!

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558 English Bluff Road, Tsawwassen

5382 Crescent Dr., Ladner

$1,998,000

$1,758,888 STUNNING CUSTOM HOME

STUNNING HOME • Total renovation over $350 thousand • 4 bedrooms plus a den, 4 bathrooms plus a steam egree 360 dour online shower t l a • Master on the Main vir tu • 3,480 sq. ft. of living space 228 English Bluff Rd., Tsawwassen

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• Built by Niebuhr Construction • 5 bdrms & 4 bthrms • 10’ x 4’ island, Corian and granite counters • Massive great room concept with high ceilings and exposed beams,

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4632 55B St., Ladner

$1,488,000

$1,168,800

EXCEPTIONAL GOLF COURSE VIEWS BRAND NEW MODERN CONTEMPORARY

5880 Cove Reach Rd., Ladner

5887 Cove Link Rd., Ladner

• 2,600 sq. ft. home • Large detached garage • Open floor plan • 2 bedroom suites up - one on main plus den • Oversize doors plus high ceilings • GST included • 2-5-10 warranty in place.

6703 1A, Tsawwassen

$1,098,800

$1,099,900

• Massive 5,156 sq. ft. home with fully finished basement • Private 7,406 sq. ft. lot • Sweeping views of Boundary Bay and North Shore Mountains from 2nd Level • Gorgeous new deck that must be seen • One of Tsawwassen’s most desired neighbourhoods

5661 Sherwood Blvd., Tsawwassen

$1,088,800 FANTASTIC FAMILY HOME OR BUILDING OPPORTUNITY! • 60’ x 134.5’ rectangular lot in desirable area • Updated throughout incl/kitchen, baths, flooring and more!

• Move in and enjoy, hold or build your dream home • Close to shopping and schools

8560 Garden City Rd., Richmond

$950,000 PREMIER NEIGHBOURHOOD

• Absolutely beautiful executive home in quiet cul-de-sac • Close to 3,000 sf • 4 bedrooms up and a functional layout downstairs • Frameless glass showers

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GORGEOUS NEW HOMES IN PORT GUICHON!

STEPS TO THE BEACH!

• Over 2,500 sq. ft. 5 Bedroom • Vaulted ceilings, prestige layout • Viking Appliance packages, extensive crown mouldings • Master bedroom on main floor • 4 BDRMS UPSTAIRS!

• Substantially renovated to show like new • Viking Professional appliances • Toto bathroom fixtures throughout • Slate tiles and real cherry hardwood floors • Prime Boundary Bay location close to beach

4553 Savoy St., Ladner

6763 Seaview, Tsawwassen

$959,900

$959,900

PANORAMIC BOUNDARY BAY VIEWS!

• Amazing view property in desirable “The Village” • 3,025 sq. ft. 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home • Detached, heated artist studio • Updates throughout incl/ hardwood floors & open kitchen, large sundeck with stunning water views • Huge 11,367 sq. ft. lot

BEAUTIFUL EXECUTIVE MARINA GARDENS HOME! • Fantastic floorplan with 4 bedrooms upstairs • High ceilings and hardwood flooring • Chef’s style kitchen w/gas range • West facing backyard • Double garage

1170 Walalee Dr., Tsawwassen

5859 Fair Wd., Ladner

$899,900 GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO TOWN

$899,900 BEAUTIFULLY KEPT MARINA GARDENS HOME

• 5 bedroom basement entry home • House is 2,520 sq. ft.

• 12,206 sq. ft. lot e egre e • Huge deck 360 dour onlin • Mortgage help downstairs al t vir tu • Great investment property!

• Very clean, 5 bed, 3 bath home • Quality construction by local builder • Hardwood floors, large kitchen, infloor heat • Close to schools, parks, golf course

4712 Stahaken Pl., Tsawwassen

5342 11A Avenue, Tsawwassen

5620 Admiral Blvd., Ladner

$889,900

$888,000

$839,900

LADNER CHARMER WITH KERRISDALE FEEL

STYLISH BRAND NEW HOME!

• West-facing porch • Open concept great room • Hardwood floors & quartz counters • Hardiplank siding • Legal 1 bedroom suite down that can cover over $200,000 of mortgage

• Contemporary finishes throughout • 3 large bedrooms, 2 with ensuites • Sunny, fenced yard • Walking distance to everything • 2-5-10 Home Warranty, GST Included

4644 51st, Ladner

4690 53rd St., Ladner

$839,900

$799,900

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• Gorgeous interior design and 5 bedrooms • Highend kitchen with Wolf and Electrolux Icon Appl package • Backs onto waterfront & golf course • Quiet cul-de-sac perfect for the family

THE “TERRACE” WITH A VIEW!

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• Separate 2 bedroom guest

• Magnificent custom home • Top quality finishings • Golf course views!

• This home has everything you can imagine in luxury living

$1,168,800

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• 6160 sq. ft. home less than 5 years old • Park-like 20,000 sq. ft. (half acre) lot • High 25 ft ceilings, • Euroline windows & doors • Kentwood wide-plank hardwood floors • Large professionally landscaped front & rear yards • Detached 900 sq. ft. shop at rear of home

• 6 bedrooms, 6 baths

$2,200,000

(2010, 2011, 2012, 2013)

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4273 River Road W., Ladner

* South Delta’s #1 Real Estate Agent.

Top 1% of ALL REALTORS® IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013

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STUNNING RENOVATION W/ HUGE ADDITION! • Extensively renovated • Shows like a new home • Layout perfect for the whole family • Sun-drenched yard • Views of Northshore Mountains

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LADNER’S PRIME WATERFRONT PROPERTY! • 2,524 sq. ft. Totally updated!

• UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS! • New Roof, hardwood, kitchen &

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SUPERB HOME JUST STEPS TO TOWN • Excellent 4 bedroom plan • Only 4 years young, still under warranty • Quality finishes throughout • European built by Pacific Coastal Homes • Air-conditioning system to beat the heat!

4888 53rd St., Ladner

$799,900 STUNNING RANCHER IN QUIET CUL-DE-SAC NE

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• 5,791 sq.ft. lot backing farmland!

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5109 59A St., Ladner

6377 Crescent Crt., Ladner

$799,900

$799,900

#1 Agent in South Delta*

• Fabulous location in Beach Grove • Beautifully updated throughout • Shows like a 10!

• Large 7,416 sq. ft. private lot • 3 bedroom, 1,658 sq. ft. layout • Minutes to the beach and the golf course

5853 Vardon Pl., Tsawwassen

$759,900

2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 & to-date 2014! *Based on number of sales in whole or in part on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Statistics

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• Extensively updated • Hardwood flooring, stone fireplace, new

• Executive rancher nicely updated • Private zero-traffic road • 2,590 sf home and south facing 6,522 sf lot • 3 bedrooms plus den • Bonus loft area

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cabinets, newer bathrooms, • Quiet & private SUNNY backyard • Beautifully landscaped and an enclosed double garage provides tons of storage.

5983 16th, Tsawwassen

6358 Sunrise Ln., Ladner

• Beautiful 2,277 sq.ft.

• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Bathrooms • In Ladner’s premier Marina Garden Estates • Lovingly maintained

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5348 Commodore Dr., Ladner

PRIME CUL-DE-SAC IN THE POPULAR SUNRISE • Beautiful 4 bdrms & games room • Newer roof, hot water tank & boiler • Solid new oak floors, • Granite counters, stainless

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appliances • Priv bkyd, 2 gas F/P,

by fras

• Double garage 6243 Holly park court, Ladner

$719,900

EXTENSIVELY RENOVATED RANCHER!

• Great layout on quiet, private street • 4 bedrooms with excellent suite potential • Real hardwood floors, roof and window upgrades • Private, 8,084 sf lot in central location • Close to schools, parks, shopping etc.

STUNNING EXECUTIVE TOWNHOME

• Updated throughout, too many to list!

• Sunny, private backyard with hot tub • Walking distance to everything • Check out full virtual tour online

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$719,900

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#39 5900 Ferry Rd., Tsawwassen

$699,900

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM HOME

$679,900

GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR DEVELOPMENT COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN THE HEART OF LADNER

• Unobstructed farmland views

• LAND-VALUE

• 2,800 sq.ft.

• 60’x121’ lot • Sides onto Evergreen Lane

• 4 bedroom + den

• Potential development for

• Quiet cul-de-sac location!

coachhomes?

• 2 lots?

• Updated! Excellent layout!

• Great Holding property with large lot in a great location

• High traffic location • Great investment property

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BIG LOT WITH BIG HOME = GREAT VALUE!

• Rarely available • Future development?

$669,900

$669,900

FAMILY HOME W/MORTGAGE HELPER... READY

• Historic Ladner Village

4755 51st St., Ladner

5135 45th Ave., Ladner

6754 London Drive, Ladner

$669,900

• 2,170 sq.ft • 3 bedroom • Excellent layout • Exotic hardwood flooring throughout • Designer paint, vaulted ceilings, • Bonus 4 parking spots! (rare in this complex) • Large private yard overlooking lush green space

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5170 12th Ave., Tsawwassen

1425 Windsor Cr., Tsawwassen

EXCELLENT LOCATION ON QUIET STREET

• Huge 9,591 sq.ft. lot and 2,904 sq.ft. home • Excellent investment opportunity • 2nd kitchen down for suite or inlaws • Extra large bedrooms • Walk to schools and parks in minutes

• 2607 sq.ft.

• 5 bedroom, 3 bath (ensuite) home • Large 9935 sf south facing fenced property • Newer roof • 2 large decks • Suite potential

5205 2nd Ave., Tsawwassen

5133 8A Ave., Tsawwassen

5698 9A Ave., Tsawwassen

$668,888

$659,900

$659,900

• 5 bdrms & 3 bathrms • 2 levels • New windows, doors, hardwood, granite, gas f/p • 2 kitchens • French doors onto large south patio

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by fraser

QUIET CUL-DE-SAC

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY HERE!

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• 2,485 sq.ft. house • 3 bedrooms, 3 baths • Desired street in Pebble Hill

• Excellent family home

PERFECT RANCHER IN THE PERFECT LOCATION • Ultra quiet, cul-de-sac setting • New or recently installed incl: roof (2011), vinyl windows, gutters, fence and storage shed, laminate floors • Pantry, all appliances, high-end boiler, HW tank, updated ensuite, baseboards, garage door, screens, switches • Sunny west-facing backyard with covered patio is a big bonus

EXCELLENT 2-LEVEL • 2,097 sq.ft.

as by fr3 full baths incl/ensuite

PEACEFUL EXECUTIVE RANCHER W/LARGE YARD • 1,658 sq.ft.

CHARMING SPLIT LEVEL IN WONDERFUL NEIGHBOURHOOD W NE

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• Real hardwood flooring • Large 7,169 sf west facing lot • 4 bedroom plan w/suite potential • Sunny deck and patio area • Updates throughout incl/ kitchen and baths

#16 6105 River Rd., Ladner

1089 Wilmington Dr., Tsawwassen

$624,900

$618,000

RANCHER IN A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC

5524 46A Ave., Ladner

$589,900

$559,900

doors, new paint, tile flooring

$639,900

• Double garage

973 53A St., Tsawwassen

• Large 9,505 sq.ft. corner lot

• Updated with new windows,

4564 Arthur Drive, Ladner

• 2 bdrms & 2 bthrms

• Original hardwood flooring

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• Huge master bedroom with large ensuite

• Rancher style • Large traditional floor plan

• Updated throughout • New exterior and interior paint • Newer windows • Brand new flooring • Redone kitchen • 4 bedroom & 2 bath plan • Plenty of street parking • Can convert the 4th bedroom back to a garage

• 4 bedroom home

• Backing onto waterway • Cozy 4 bedroom home

$639,900

$639,900

$629,900

• Private, 8,966 sq.ft. lot ld stotalobedrooms j u s t•• 6Potential erto suite downstairs, 5247 10A Ave., Tsawwassen

5117 Erin Way, Tsawwassen

4445 63A, Ladner

• Huge 11,841 sq.ft.

• Park like lot in central West Ladner

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DEFINITELY WORTH A LOOK!

• Solid two-level home on a

• Mid-century modern split

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• Quiet cul-de-sac location • 4 bdrms and a games room • Exquisite landscaping • Updated and lovingly cared for • Open concept kitchen and double garage

$719,900

LARGE 3,000+ SF HOME WITH A POOL!

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THE PERFECT FAMILY HOME

$729,900

6677 London Crt., Ladner

$729,900

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4569 62nd St., Ladner

$749,900

EXCELLENT FAMILY HOME

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• Just move in, it’s all been done • Newer kitchen, baths, roof, windows & more!

• Sunny west facing yard • 4 bedroom 2,416 sf executive layout • Walk to school and park in minutes

recessed lighting, stone counters • Newer stainless appliances, custom

$758,800

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EXTENSIVELY UPDATED IN HOLLY!

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STEPS TO THE BEACH

SUPERB RANCHER WITH LOFT!

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September 12, 2014 The Delta Optimist A27

CLEAN AS A WHISTLE • Large penthouse in Tsawwassen Green • Meticulously maintained • Two large bedrooms and a den • Open concept living room • Updates throughout • Private sundeck

#302 1140 55T St., Tsawwassen

$529,900

Nobody sells more real estate in Ladner/Tsawwassen than Fraser and his team!*

604.728.2845

*FRASER AND HIS TEAM RANKED #3 IN THE GREATER VANCOUVER REAL ESTATE BOARD IN 2013. *as of December 31st, 2013 (Approx 10,000 agents total in Real Estate Board in 2013)

Call Fraser today for UNBEATABLE Real Estate Marketing Expertise.

Ask about my Vancouver Sun marketing campaign.

Re/Max Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave. 604-728-2845

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A28 The Delta Optimist September 12, 2014

* South Delta’s #1 Real Estate Agent.

(2010, 2011, 2012, 2013)

Top 1% of ALL REALTORS® IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009, 2010, 2011 2012, 2013 Top 5% of all REALTORS® in Greater Vancouver in 2006, 2007, 2008

9 yrs of Prestige RE/MAX Western Canada Awards dipl. in Marketing Commercial and Residential Real Estate British Columbia Ins. of Tech.

Re/Max Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave. 604-728-2845

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#2 & #4 - 4728 54A St., Ladner

$519,900

• 3 bedroom home with updated kitchen and bathroom • Real hardwood flooring • South facing 7,987 sf lot w/ loads of sunshine • Large deck and hot tub • Single garage • Close to everything

LARGE UPDATED HOME IN QUIET COMPLEX

STUNNING VIEWS!

• Peaceful location along the

RARE RANCHER STYLE TOWNHOME!

• Sunny west-facing backyard w/patio • 2 parking spaces incl/single garage • 19+ well managed complex

• Tons of closet and storage space • 19+ well-managed complex • 2 parking spaces inc/single garage

$429,900

• Stainless appliances, pullout d o ldrawers cabinet just s r • New with granite sebathrooms by fra

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MUST SELL! BRING OFFERS!

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#28-4787 57th, Ladner

$399,900 UPDATED FAMILY TOWNHOME RIGHT IN THE VILLAGE

• 1,734 sq.ft. 3 bedroom unit • Spacious 3-level townhome

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• New kitchen, bathroom, flooring & more!

• Rare 4 bedroom and 3 bathroom plan • Loads of storage space • Sunny, fenced patio • Walk to everything in town

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4852 Turnbuckle Wd., Ladner

$369,900

PANORAMIC VIEWS AT THE OLIVA! CORNER UNIT WITH 9 FOOT CEILINGS

bathrooms Great location,

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close to everything

• Large 3 bedroom plan • Biggest back patio and fenced yard in entire complex

4837 55B, Ladner

$369,900

• 2 bdrm & 2 bthrms • Bamboo flooring • LEED certified ultra efficient building • Bright South facing exposure • In the heart of town

• BRIGHT and spacious • 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH • Over 1200 sq.ft. of living space • Large master bedroom includes a walk-in closet and an ensuite

#311 1315 56th St., Tsawwassen

#201 1153 54A St., Tsawwassen

$365,000

$345,000

TOP FLOOR PENTHOUSE IN PILLARS COMPLEX

FACING THE QUIET COURTYARD

• Two bdrms & two full bathrms

• Quiet 2 bedroom & 2 bathroom • Sunny west-facing balcony • Over 1,100 sq.ft.

• Insuite laundry and storage • Recently rainscreened and is still under warranty

• South facing quiet corner unit

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• Best location in the entire complex • Laminate flooring, great floor plan

#207 1300 Hunter Rd., Tsawwassen

#13-1702 56th St., Tsawwassen

$329,000

$299,900

UPDATED 2 BEDROOM UNIT

• Large 1,579 sqft layout • 4 bedrooms • Walk to everything in town • Single garage plus covered carport • Large balcony • Well run complex

$399,900

$369,900

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FABULOUS BRIGHT END UNIT

#159-5421 10th Ave., Tsawwassen

$374,900

• 2 bedroom/2 full bath • West facing apartment • 1094 sq.ft. suite • 2 large west facing decks off living room and kitchen • Maintenance includes hot water, heat and gas • 1 secure parking stall and a locker

$419,900

with open concept

#8-4965 47th Ave., Ladner

TUCKED AWAY ON A QUIET STREET

#A307 4811 53rd St., Ladner

• New $20,000+ kitchen reno

#106-1153 54A St., Tsawwassen

• Updated flooring and

• Over 1800 square feet • Living room with vaulted ceiling, formal dining room • Upstairs has a great space for an office or games room • In-suite storage

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YALE TOWN VIBE

$419,900

UPDATED END UNIT IN CHESTNUT GARDENS!

CORNER 2 STOREY PENTHOUSE

$421,900

#303 4753 River Road, Ladner

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$449,900

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#104-1350 View Cr., Tsawwassen

$472,900 • Wonderfully kept • Updates throughout

• Heron Place - Excellent location, walk to everything • Gorgeous updates incl/new kitchen counters and high-end appliances • 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms • Large master suite with walk-in closet and spa-like ensuite • Crown mouldings, 9’ ceilings, central vac, newer roof and more!

• 2 storage lockers

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#212 6263 River Road, Ladner

3 bathrooms • 2 ensuited bedrooms, 2 sundecks

BEAUTIFUL GROUND FLOOR UNIT W/PRIVATE PATIO!

• Huge 1,700+ sq.ft. 2 level layout • Vaulted ceilings w/updates throughout • Theatre room and open concept kitchen • Tranquil golf course setting • 2 parking spaces and locker included

by fr•aPets allowed

• Ground level with no unit above

• 2 bdrms & 2 bthrms • 1,351 sq.ft. of living space • Deck looking on to the marina • Exercise facility, hot tub, sauna, great workshop, social room • Huge storage • Secure parking under the building.

GROUND LEVEL STUNNER BACKING ONTO THE GOLF COURSE!

• Immaculately kept unit o l d2 baths incl 2 bedrooms, jus t •s large r seensuite

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$519,900

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6092 Ladner Trunk Rd., Ladner

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GORGEOUS TOWNHOME!

• Large 1,731 sq.ft. duplex style townhome • Quality built in 2006 by Sonnenberg Homes • 4 bedrooms + 4 bathrooms • Side-by-side double garage

UPDATED RANCHER WITH BIG, SUNNY LOT G TIN LIS

OUTSTANDING 4 BEDROOM TOWNHOME

• Very quiet, private complex • Bright, 3 bedroom open floor plan & 2.5 baths • Newer kitchen with granite counters & S/S appliances • Laminate floors, gas fireplace and great storage • Private fenced west exposed backyard 4725 Cedar Tree Lane, Ladner

STEPS TO TOWN

• Fully rainscreened complex

• 1 bedroom, 1 bath

• New carpets and lino

• Gas F/P

C204 4831 53rd St., Ladner

$299,900 GROUND LEVEL UNIT

• Loads of storage insuite

• Fantastic 1 bedroom • Sunny, south exposure • Large master bedroom and living space • 1 parking stall and storage locker • Close to all town amenities

#213-4889 53rd, Ladner

#D203-4845 53rd, Ladner

#111-1441 Garden Pl., Tsawwassen

$264,900

$229,900

$209,900

• New paint • New high-end appliances • Large ultra-private balcony

• Newer d & dishwasher o lstove just s • Newerrhot water tank by frase

#1 Agent in Ladner / Tsawwassen* 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014!

*Based on number of sales in 2010, 2011, 2012, & 2013! *This representation is based in whole or in part on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Statistics

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September 12, 2014 The Delta Optimist A29

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A30 The Delta Optimist September 12, 2014

bringing people + properties together

richard lowe + associates

Progroup |5360 12th Avenue, Tsawwassen www.realestatedelta.com Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

Richard Lowe, Personal Real Estate Corporation, Realtor, RIBC 604 946 8000 | 604 943 8080 | richard@realestatedelta.com

NEW LISTING

Jennifer McGregor, Personal Real Estate Corporation, Realtor jennifer@realestatedelta.com | 604 908 1593

NEW LISTING

FARMLAND VIEW

5592 Maple Crescent $608,900 1,989 sq.ft. - 4 bdrms - 2 bath private yard - 6,437 sq.ft. lot

4744 44A Ave. $579,900 1,895 sq.ft. - 4 bdrms - 2 bath backs onto farmland - 6,000 sq.ft. lot

INVESTMENT

MARINA & RIVER VIEW

5152 Cooper Place $1,268,000 5,156 sq.ft. - 9 bdrms - 6 bath fourplex - 24,176 sq.ft. lot

#309-4689 52A Street $439,900 1,134 sq. ft - 2 bedrms - 2 bath den - canu

NEW PRICE!

#204-4733 River Road W $379,000 1,242 sq.ft. - 2 bdrms - 2 bath Marina & River Views - River West

UPDATES

#201-4926 48th Ave. $259,000 946 sq.ft. - 2 bdrms -1 bath corner unit-Ladner Place

PRIVATE PATIO

SOLD #108-4770 52A Street $288,000 933 sq.ft. - 1 bdrm - 1 bath - den private garden level - Westham Lane

6045 49th Ave. $659,900 2,652 sq.ft. - 4 bdrms - 3 bath many updates - 8,159 sq.ft. lot

NEW LISTING

SOLD

NEW PRICE!

by

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5562 Frigate Road

Listed by RE/MAX Progroup

+ as

4934 Dogwood Drive $749,000 2,750 sq.ft. - 3 bdrms - 3 bathrooms diamond in the rough - 9,300 sq.ft. lot

RIVER VIEW

lowe richasrodciates + as

1265 Beach Grove Court $668,000 1,924 sqft - 3 bdrms - 3 bath Private cul-de-sac location - 6,211 sq.ft. lot

lowe richard ociates

by

lowe richasrodciates

SOLD

by

4852 59A Street $578,000 1,920 sq.ft. - 4 bdrms - 3 bath family room - 4,656 sq.ft. lot

lowe richarodciates + ass

#307-4738 53rd St.

Listed by RE/MAX Progroup

SOLD

by

lowe richarodciates + ass

228 English Bluff Road Listed by RE/MAX Progroup

#103 - 4733 River Road W. $385,000 1,237 sq.ft - 2 bdrms - 2 bath river view - River West

SOLD

lowe richarodciates

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5249 Brigantine Road

Listed by RE/MAX City Realty

SOLD

by

lowe richarodciates + ass

5352 46 Ave. | $918,000 Listed by RE/MAX Progroup

ALL OUR HOMES ARE MIRACLE HOMES!

September 12, 2014 The Delta Optimist A31

Barb Rysz

604.868.7858 aaronmunro@sutton.com

604.512.7022

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$578,800 Riverhouse - This is THE one! Featuring the best of Riverhouse: top floor with vaulted ceilings, river and mountain views, functional loft space and gorgeous renovations.

Immaculate, bright and spacious describes this 1 bedroom condo in sought after WESTHAM LANE.

Kitchen features granite counters, stainless appliances and an extended bar. Main floor has beautiful wood flooring and large windows with lots of natural light. Large

$253,000

deck lets you enjoy the views and tranquility of the waterfront, fabulous location with nature trails and the marina at your doorstep!

RE/MAX Progroup - 5360 12th Avenue, Tsawwassen

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4876 TURNBUCKLE

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WITH OUTDOOR POOL - RENOVATED 3170 SQ.FT., 4 BDRMS, BASEMENT HOME ON 8934 SQ.FT. LOT, V10684 $1,039,000

TOP 10% IN SALES OF

REALTORS FOR 32 YEARS

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OCEAN VIEWS!

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EXECUTIVE VIEW HOME!

PENTHOUSE! REDUCED! $499,000

1,578 SQ.FT. VIEW DECK AREA!

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1229 PACIFIC DR.

#403N 1100 56th

401-5500-13A

4 BDRMS, 3887 SQ.FT., 9700 SQ.FT. PARKLIKE LOT, V1054836

IN “ROYAL OAKS” 2 BDRMS & DEN! 1350 SQ.FT., V1066227

2 BDRMS, FAMILY RM, HIGH CEILINGS! PARK VIEWS! V1080393

A32 The Delta Optimist September 12, 2014

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868 52A Street | $719,000 | LEGAL SUITE

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44 Woodland Drive | $989,000 | NEW LISTING

1558 Beach Grove Road | $1,648,000 | WATERFRONT

SUOP N EN 24

4528 Arthur Drive | $1,388,000 | NEW LISTING

5335 10th Ave | $1,399,000 | TRADITIONAL ELEGANCE

21 Centennial Parkway | $949,000 | BOUNDARY BAY

202-1706 56th Street | $349,000 | SOUTH FACING

5923 Whitcomb Place | $585,000 | BEACH GROVE

4927 4th Avenue | $839,000 | MECHANIC’S GARAGE

1148 Fairway Views | $539,000 | VIEW PROPERTY

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415-1350 View Crescent | $415,000 | FULL ON VIEW

406-1350 View Crescent | $419,000 | REDUCED

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Tsawwassen ~ Just Sold!

Ladner ~ Just Sold!

1420 View Crescent | $699,000 | GOLF COURSE VIEW

83-5900 Ferry Rd | $759,000 | CHESAPEAKE LANDING

Teri Steele | 604.897.2010 sold@TeriSteele.com

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty: 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC

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