Delta Optimist October 10 2014

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Feds finally vocal on radio towers

Time for Change

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The Corporation of Delta continues to implement programs aimed at keeping waste out of the landfill as this year’s Spring Clean-Up saw another increase in the volume of materials collected.

A recent municipal engineering department report notes the popular annual clean-up handled approximately 1,300 tonnes of additional garbage, an increase of

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The report notes the municipality’s collection contractor, Remple Disposal, continues to do a good job ensuring materials are picked up on designated days and that there were minimal calls from residents related to the clean-up this year.

Delta has undertaken several measures to reduce items ending up in the waste stream, including a mattress voucher program that has grown in its second year.

Launched last year, the program allows residents to take up to two mattresses to the Vancouver Landfill for recycling at no charge. Participation should continue to increase as residents become more aware of the program, the report notes, adding 37 per cent more vouchers were issued from January to August this year compared to the same period last year.

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The federal government is finally showing concern about the contentious proposal to install radio transmission towers in Point Roberts, but recent statements could be too little, too late.

In a recent letter to Mayor Lois Jackson, Industry Minister James Moore noted he met with members of the Cross Border Coalition to Stop the Radio Towers in August and understands their concerns, which have also been conveyed by DeltaRichmond East MP KerryLynne Findlay.

“To be clear, Industry Canada has articulated the concerns raised by Tsawwassen residents, particularly as they relate to blanketing interference, to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) officials ensuring that nearby homes are not subject to unwanted disruptions,” Moore stated.

The Consulate General of Canada in Seattle has also “raised Canada’s frustrations” with Washington state officials, noted Moore, who added he has personally spoken to Bruce Heyman, ambassador for the United Sates to Canada in Ottawa, to raise “Canada’s concern and our expectations that cross-border Canadian residents are included in the county and FCC decision making.”

The letter by Moore, who has also asked the ambassador to visit the area, is the strongest position taken in public yet regarding the contentious radio towers proposal. Moore and Findlay had been criticized

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by opponents of the proposal for not speaking out on the issue or taking it up with the FCC in the U.S. The mayor and council recently wrote to Moore reiterating Delta’s concerns, mentioning a recent citizens’ petition to the House of Commons and asking for the government to intervene.

Delta has also asked that an Industry Canada representative speak at an upcoming public hearing in Whatcom County, but there’s no indication the federal government will to go that far.

BBC Broadcasting Inc. wants to construct five 45-metre (150-foot) steel towers at an undeveloped lot on McKenzie Way, about 330 metres from the Tsawwassen border.

The towers would transmit South Asian radio station KRPI, AM 1550, which

RECYCLING from page 1 A total of 628 vouchers were issued all of last year, resulting in 772 mattresses being recycled.

Engineering director Steven Lan said it’s become

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The Cross Border Coalition to Stop the Radio Towers hosted a fundraising concert at Seabright Farms in Point Roberts last month.

an important program to keep old mattresses from being dumped in empty lots and ditches.

Delta has also started a pilot project this year

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currently broadcasts from studios in Richmond to a Lower Mainland audience.

The broadcaster currently uses antenna in Ferndale, Wash., but wants to move them closer and have a stronger 50,000-watt, allday signal. The FCC granted approval but a permit is still required by the county, which is recommending rezoning approval.

In a presentation to council this summer, Findlay recommended residents focus their efforts at the county level, noting the FCC indicated it was aware of Tsawwassen and took the community into consideration when reviewing the application.

The county public hearing is set to begin Oct. 27 and is scheduled for several days.

While it appears the hearing could be the last stand for opponents, it’s

not clear if the station’s troubles with the CRTC in this country could change things. The Canadian broadcasting authority ordered the station and two other Lower Mainland South Asian broadcasters to a show cause hearing set for next Wednesday in Quebec on their practice of broadcasting from the U.S. into Canada.

The station could be ordered “to cease and desist operating a broadcasting undertaking at Richmond, British Columbia, or elsewhere in Canada, except in compliance with the Broadcast Act.” In a lengthy letter two weeks ago to the CRTC, station COO Jasbir Singh Badh offered some solutions.

Several opponents of the Point Roberts application have filed as interveners in the CRTC proceeding.

with the Cougar Creek Steamkeepers by placing cigarette waste receptacles at several bus stops in North Delta.

The goal is to reduce cigarette butt litter as well as help reduce pollution near waterways.

Delta has also begun another pilot project with new recycling stations placed at the Ladner Leisure Centre, Sungod Recreation Centre and municipal hall.

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Delta-Richmond East MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay announced yesterday she would represent her constituents at the Whatcom County public hearing on the proposed Point Roberts radio towers.

“This issue has caused serious concern among residents of our community,” said Findlay, the minister of national revenue.

“The people of Delta deserve to have their voices heard by the American authorities responsible for decisions on this proposal. As member of Parliament for Delta-Richmond East, I intend to convey the messages I have received to the hearing examiner in Whatcom County so that their deliberations may be fully informed.”

The Whatcom County hearing is scheduled to run from Oct. 27 to Nov. 3 at the Whatcom County courthouse in Bellingham.

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First-term trustee Donna Burke announced this week she is seeking re-election to the Delta board of education next month.

Prior to her election in 2011, Burke, a parent of two teens, was Delta District PAC chair from 2006 to 2010. When elected, she was working with Boys and Girls Clubs of South Coast B.C., but left to devote more time to her trustee duties.

Burke is a volunteer on the board of directors for Reach Child and Youth Development Society.

“My work on the board of education and with Reach frequently gets me out into the schools and wider community, and I wouldn’t have it any other way,” she said. “It is a privilege to work with people who are committed to ensuring all Delta students achieve their full potential.”

Burke said underfunding of the education system is the most challenging part of working in a school district.

“Our board lobbies the government at every opportunity and our leaders do their utmost to find ways to

sustain our programs.”

Burke said she is especially impressed by the leadership of board chair Laura Dixon and the two trustees that were also elected for the first time in 2011.

Burke said she is hoping a silver lining from the recent labour dispute will be a heightened awareness of the importance of a strong public education system.

Burke believes that public education should matter to everyone — even if they don’t have children in the

Life-long Delta resident Jennifer Thoss has announced her candidacy for Delta council in November’s municipal election.

A two-time UBC graduate, Thoss has worked in education for well over a decade, with two years as the education coordinator for Tsawwassen First Nation, two years teaching special needs in Vancouver, as well as five years abroad teaching and volunteering in Japan, Nepal, Cambodia and India.

Thoss has served on Delta’s parks, recreation and culture commission and has been on the heritage sdvisory commission since 2007.

Thoss Jennifer said Delta is approaching a crossroads in terms of development and sustainability and has decided this is the time for her to offer her voice for the people of Delta whose way of life is

being threatened.

She said finding a way to promote and preserve Delta’s unique character and its natural environment while encouraging economic Thoss growth will be the challenge for the next four years.

Sustainability and the protection the agricultural “greenbelt” is one of Thoss’ top priorities. She points to arable land as not only a buffer for urban sprawl, but

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“The quality of the education our neighbour’s children are getting will impact us all, socially and economically.”

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Thoss said some of the current issues that are important to her include alleviating traffic congestion, reinstating seamless transit from South Delta to Vancouver (bring back the 601), and invigorating and protecting local businesses with an aggressive buy and grow local campaign.

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Police to hold the vehicle until forensic identification services have examined it.

• Sept. 29, 7:06 p.m., 7100-block of Vantage Way: Complainant reported that during the early evening someone had stolen a battery valued at $200 from his trailer. Area patrols proved negative.

• Oct. 1, 9:39 a.m., 4600-block of 51st Avenue: Complainant reported his locked bicycle was stolen from the school bike rack sometime during the school day. The bike is a black Rocky Mountain Flow with full suspension.

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• Oct. 1, 10:43 a.m., 4900-block of Harbour Stroll: Report received from complainant that two unauthorized transactions totaling $4,500 had been made to his bank account via Internet banking. In each case money had been transferred to identified second parties. The bank has frozen the account and police to receive further information in order to continue an investigation.

• Oct. 1, 5:39 p.m., 4400block of Clarence Taylor Crescent: A black and silver flip cell phone was left on the counter at police headquarters.

• Oct. 2, 9:27 a.m., 4500-block of 53rd Street: Complainant reported a bike had been stolen from her open carport sometime overnight. The bicycle is described as a silver men’s mountain bike.

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The man accused in the death of his father earlier this year is set to return to court next month for an arraignment hearing.

Richard Maranda, 44, of Vancouver, is charged with first-degree murder in the death of his 72year-old father, Frederick Dale Maranda.

Frederick Maranda was found May 18 at his home in Tsawwassen by a family member, who called paramedics. The paramedics then called police to the home.

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The following are some of the calls the Delta police responded to in the previous week: Tsawwassen • Oct. 2, 12:43 a.m., 5600-block of Timbervalley Road: Complainant reported a black leather binder containing credit card receipts and a $300 cheque was taken from the back seat of his taxi. Police to examine video surveillance for possible suspects.

• Oct. 2, 7:50 p.m., 1100block of 56th Street: A local business reported several youths were in the store harassing the clerk. One of the youths purchased a drink and then went outside and threw it against the store. The suspect is described as about 13 years of age with brown hair. The suspect was wearing a hat and grey hoodie and carrying a skateboard.

• Oct. 4, 3:20 p.m., 5500-block of 12th Avenue: Complainant reported she had lost her wallet in the

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TED MURPHY

MURPHY’S LAW There are always going to be pros and cons to wherever you are, a fact that was evidenced by a couple of articles in Wednesday’s issue of the Optimist.

The downside to small town existence was demonstrated by news that Century Group is relocating its office from Tsawwassen to Surrey City Centre. The development company, which was founded by the late George Hodgins prior to the opening of the George Massey Tunnel more than a half-century ago, had become synonymous with this area and is responsible for developing much of South Delta, Tsawwassen in particular.

Unfortunately, Century, which has been a tremendous corporate citizen in these parts over the years, has effectively outgrown the community. The move early next year to a revitalized downtown Surrey better positions the company in terms of attracting and retaining employees as well as puts it in the centre of a burgeoning development scene.

I’m sure the decision was a difficult one for president Sean Hodgins, although I’m equally certain Century’s connection to this place will continue to run deep.

In the end, however, Tsawwassen was no match for a more central location, complete with rapid transit at your doorstep, but, as we all know, there are attributes to this area the rest of the Lower Mainland, including Surrey, can only dream about.

That was made clear a few pages further back in the same issue with a story about how Delta police chief Jim Cessford had been tasked to devise a plan to tackle crime and public safety concerns in Surrey. Mayoral candidate Barinder Rasode had asked our soon-tobe-retired chief to wade into the issue, one that has plagued a city that’s doing all it can to shed an unwanted reputation.

It was certainly telling when Rasode asked: “How come we can’t be like Delta where no call is too small?”

So as Surrey grows into an economic power in the region, our neighbours look enviously to the west when it comes to law and order.

We might not have its might (although with a couple of huge industrial parks and an ever-expanding port, we’re certainly not a backwater in that regard), but I think most around here would agree we’ve got something better.

Tsawwassen may be a little too sleepy and is definitely out of the way, so Century’s move is entirely understandable, but what might be viewed as cons from a business perspective can be pros when looked at in another light.

It’s just another trade-off in a life full of them.

Plenty of time ahead to build on goodwill created by deal DOUG HUSBAND

COMMUNITY COMMENT Thankfully the public school teachers’ strike is over. For the third time in nearly 30 years, the negotiating teams, with the aid of a mediator, arrived at a voluntary solution.

As we speak, schools are open and the Internet is replete with smiling kids off to school. The overwhelming support for the settlement by the teachers hopefully places them with the same positive attitude moving forward.

The agreement provides the longest time frame of labour peace between the province and the B.C. Teachers’ Federation in their acrimonious history. The past usually predicts the future, however in this agreement there appears to have been some goodwill created between these adversaries.

The longstanding issues are complex with intervening judicial decisions, tempered by the high

cost of educating more than a half a million students. Few of us of the older generation have any understanding of the complexities of the current classroom environment and learning dynamic.

What can be understood and appreciated is the time between contract dates can be spent in improving relationships, creating a useful work environment and resolution of some issues prior to sessions at the “bargaining table.”

So, congratulations are in order all around in arriving at this agreement. These comments are offered by one who has been management’s representative to a bargaining team on past labour issues and as a commercial mediator on civil disputes.

As civilized people, we are constantly involved in disputes ranging from interpersonal issues to international conflicts. Personal and corporate conflicts are resolved through negotiations and more formally through mediation, arbitration and, lastly, trial.

Trial results are not only costly and public, but the results are problematic and the protagonists give up their decision-making role to a neutral third party.

Occasionally court decisions are viewed so fundamentally flawed, the judgement is appealed and a

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new trial ordered, adding to the cost of justice and due process.

Canadian tribal societies have long used a form of mediation in resolving personal disputes and civil injustice. Since its introduction in B.C. in the past 30 years, mediation has found a role in the litigation process.

Lawyers educated in the adversarial relationship of tort law are now being introduced into the alternative dispute mechanism of mediation in their core curriculum as an accepted alternate to trials.

Those involved in litigation are more and more inclined to attend mediation as decision makers armed with counsel, rather than risk an expensive trial and a problematic result. The parties prefer to craft their own settlement collectively.

I find the mediation process rewarding for the participants in a private and confidential setting.

While the teachers’ settlement was very public, the process for the negotiating teams should have ended in a satisfying way.

Call me naive if you will, but this experience should foster a better working environment in the years to come.

And a good night to you, Peter and Jim.

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October 10, 2014 The Delta Optimist A9 Letters to the Editor

More ambulances needed Editor: Re: Delta defends plan for additional firefighter training, Oct. 1 As the flames of the 20 per cent wage increase over eight years have barely cooled, Mayor Lois Jackson is once again making decisions the rest of the province’s mayors think are downright ridiculous and a waste our municipal tax dollars.

As a paramedic in Vancouver for 22 years, I think using our municipal monies to train and then to purchase and maintain the medical supplies the Corporation of Delta is proposing is the wrong approach.

I can appreciate fire Chief Dan Copeland’s rationale to make the Delta Fire Department appear more useful as only six per cent of its annual responses are to fires, but it’s the provincial budget that should be paying for the much-needed additional medical services in Delta (specifically South Delta).

If Jackson, Copeland and chief administrative officer George Harvie really cared about the well being of the citizens of Delta, they would be lobbying the Liberal government for more ambulances or at the very least be demanding the ambulances stationed in Ladner (that are “supposed”

to service Ladner and Tsawwassen) stay in South Delta.

On a daily basis, South Delta is left with no ambulances in our community as they have been directed to medical calls in Surrey to help with their massive workload. Ambulances stationed in Vancouver, White Rock and Richmond are being dispatch to 911 calls in South Delta as the closest resource on a regular basis.

More provincial ambulances in our community will provide the adequate medical care that we all need and deserve, not wasted municipal tax dollars.

Darren Chisholm

Huntington demands action on on-ramp

Editor: Re: Remove barriers to improve Hwy. 99 on-ramp, letter to the editor, Oct. 1 Keith Munro must have been nominating the 17/99 on-ramp “worst of the year” at the same moment I was meeting with the Ministry of Highway’s district manager to tell him the same

thing.

I reported to the community earlier this year that I had been assured the barriers on the ramp were going to be removed last June. I told the district manager that, even though he was new on the job, I wasn’t particularly happy I had been put in the position of

misleading my community.

There is no excuse for not completing the changes forthwith.

I think we should all take up Munro’s challenge and let the ministry know just how we feel about its failure to fix that ramp.

Vicki Huntington Delta South MLA

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It is important to note that Port Metro Vancouver is not against the creation of inland ports. Any new infrastructure to handle future container traffic through the gateway is welcome, whether it is in Ashcroft, Prince Rupert or elsewhere. The existence of an inland terminal could provide additional services for shippers, making B.C. a more diverse and competitive place to do business.

What is important to remember is that containers travelling to and from Asia will all need to be loaded and unloaded from ships calling on marine terminals along the West Coast. If trucking and rail companies determine inland terminals are economically feasible, we are still left with a need to increase marine terminal

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Editor: Re: Inland port push continues, Oct. 1 The article requires some clarification regarding the role of Port Metro Vancouver and the ongoing dialogue around inland ports.

Port Metro Vancouver is Canada’s largest and most diversified port. Our mandate guides our efforts to increase trade opportunities through the Asia-Pacific Gateway for the benefit of Canadians.

As part of this, we work collaboratively with private industry, governments and stakeholders to support the capabilities and fluidity of the gateway, as well as minimize the impacts of these activities on the environment and neighbouring communities

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Editor: The renovations of the Ladner Leisure Centre are almost completed and looking quite good.

Unfortunately, once again, there is writing on the side of the building that states: “Training Facility of the Vancouver Giants.” The lacrosse community continues to be totally forgotten about.

The Corporation of Delta was reminded after it put up the first sign that the

Ladner Pioneers senior lacrosse team was not once but two-time winners of the President’s Cup national lacrosse tournament.

I feel that if the Giants can get their team name up on the building, then the Pioneers’ name should also be displayed. The Pioneers have been playing in this rink since 1977 and the Ladner Leisure Centre is supposed to be the “Home of Delta Lacrosse.”

Bob Taggart

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The anticipated growth in container trade through the gateway over the coming decades requires planning now.

The proposed Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project, subject to environmental approval, would provide enough additional capacity to meet demand until 2030.

Additionally, it would provide considerable economic benefits for the region once it is operational, including about 7,600 direct jobs worth $813 million in wages.

To learn more about the project, visit www.portmetrovancouver.com/RBT2.

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Paying it forward following surprise offering

Editor: On a recent Saturday night, my husband and I went to the Thai Isaan Cuisine & Cafe in Tsawwassen for dinner.

We were followed into the restaurant by another couple.

The young woman (everyone is so young nowadays!) came over to our table to show us an exotic soft blue flower she had brought from her mom’s yard. The restaurant had let her use a small glass to show it off.

She and her husband finished their meal before we did, but before she left, she brought the lovely flower to us as a gift.

She suggested we either keep it or pass it on. Naturally, we passed it on to another couple before we left, telling them the story accompanying it. They were so pleased and promised to pass the flower on before they left.

What a nice small town thing to do. And guess what? If we have a blossom of any sort left in our yard next time we go out, we shall do the same thing.

Patricia M. Gowing

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LNG contractor at chamber lunch Bechtel Canada Co.’s Michael Hurley will be the keynote speaker at a Delta Chamber of Commerce luncheon next week.

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tor, remote communities, industrial customers and the marketplace.

Hurley and project director Chris John will provide an overview followed by breakout sessions on procurement and supplier development, according to the chamber’s website.

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Rob Currie of Basements Systems Vancouver Inc. was one of two recipients of the Chair Award of Honour, Best Builders Ltd. won Builder Member of the Year and Fire Busters Inc. took home Supplier Member of the Year.

October 10, 2014 The Delta Optimist A13 In the Community

Cadets claim top spot in provincial competition!

Notice of Land Use Contract Discharge DELTA LAND USE CONTRACT DISCHARGE BYLAW NO. 7369 (File No. LU007031) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the Council Meeting to be held on Monday, October 20, 2014 at 7:00 P.M. at the Municipal Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C., the Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will consider third reading and final adoption of Delta Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 7369, 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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Cadets from the Ladner-Tsawwassen Navy League Cadet Corps Henry Roberts were presented with the first place trophy and pennant last month after a year-long competition. The corps, which meets upstairs at the Ladner Legion, competed against other Navy League Cadet Corps from as far away as Vernon and Prince George. Each corps was marked on officer and cadet appearance, cadet attendance, quality and variety of programming, and participation in activities, community events and community service. The corps celebrated with an evening of cake and games.

Pink Ribbon Tea at McKee to benefit breast cancer

A Pink Ribbon Tea fundraiser is planned for later this month at the McKee Seniors’ Recreation Centre in Ladner.

The second annual event, hosted by Ladner Richmond Jazzercise, benefits the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

There will be a silent auction, 50/50 draw and performances from Free Flight Dance and

Tsawwassen teen singer Connor Nelson, who recently won the Youth Talent Search BC 2014 finals with a rendition of Etta James’ I’d Rather Go Blind.

Besides tea there will be coffee, water, small sandwiches and sweet dainties.

Nite of Hope Richmond chair Shelley Leonhardt will serve as emcee while guests include breast cancer survivor Jules Sesia and Dr.

Ian Gardiner.

The event is set for Sunday, Oct. 19 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Tickets are $40 each.

For tickets or more information contact Ladner Richmond Jazzercise owner/instructor Janice Triffon at 604-813-3990 or janice.jazzercise@shaw.ca.

The McKee Seniors Recreation Centre is at 5155-47th Ave.

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Pursuant to Section 890(4) of the Local Government Act and Council’s resolution on September 29, 2014, there will not be a Public Hearing for this bylaw.

Web Page Location: September 29, 2014 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.04 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 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. and Thursday between 8:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., from October 10, 2014 to October 20, 2014, 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, Monday, October 20, 2014. Comments should be referred to: Mayor and Council, The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 Email: mayor-council@delta.ca

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All Saints Anglican Church

Pets at church And Jesus said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the good news to all creation.” (Mark 16:15) Can you picture the scene, a church filled with people and their pets? A lovebird chirping in her cage, a kitten peeking out from beneath the coat of her “mom” and puppies galore, romping and visiting and barking greetings to each other. This was the scene last Sunday at All Saints. Sitting so quietly in the front row were two little gerbils hoping that none of the bigger pets noticed their little pink noses.

Why were they there, you may ask? Once each year as we remember St. Francis of Assisi (Oct. 4) we, like Francis, give thanks for all living creatures. Recognizing that all

creatures were blessed by God and as God looked at the whole of creation, the animals, the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, God declared that all of it “was good.”

During this yearly celebration, we give thanks for those pets that bless our lives. We give thanks that God, in forming all life, has charged we humans with care for both the animals and all of creation itself.

We are to attend the needs of the creatures in our care — not exploit them because we were created to be together, to be companions to one another, to thrive together. This is the good news we proclaim: God loves us all and it is good!

What a wonderful theme to carry us into Thanksgiving!

4960 - 48th Ave., Ladner Phone 604-946-6254 www.ladnerunited.org

3900 Arthur Drive, Ladner 604-946-4522

The Rev. Jim Short

9 am Worship Service and Sunday school 11 am Worship Service We Welcome You to Join Us!

3:30 pmin Chapel Daily Mass

Monday - Saturday at 9am

Weekend Masses

Saturday at 5pm Sunday at 9am, 11am & 5pm

St. Stephen’s United Church

Filipino Mass (Tagalog)

9696 Ladner Trunk Road (at Closed forHighway 99)

Last Sunday of every month at 7pm (except July & August)

10 amthe Sunday Services Summer

Confessions

Saturday at 10am in the Chapel

Baptisms

available every Sunday

For other Sacrements please call the parish office for an appointment with the Pastor.

Benediction Lutheran Church

YOUTH/ADULT BIBLE STUDIES 10:30 am Coffee & Fellowship 11:00 AM WORSHIP & GROWTH

5575 6th Avenue (56th St. at 6th Ave. Tel: 604-943-3432

THURSDAY 6:45PM AWANA Children’s Club

Special Thanksgiving celebration this Sunday morninggiving thanks before the feast!

FRIDAY - 7:00PM Youth Night

SUNDAY - 9:30AM

TUESDAY 10:00AM LADIES BIBLE COFFEE HOUR

SUNDAYS, 10 AM Worship & Christian Education “All are warmly welcomed to worship with us as we Celebrate God’s Grace.”

Hats Off to Excellence Gala Awards

Call for Nominations!

To advertise here call Ruth at

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business you know that makes a difference in Delta?This is your opportunity Each year we ask the Delta community to nominate those who deserve to be recognized for their contributions... and we have expanded our categories!

Volunteer of the Year Award Special Events and Tourism Award

10:00 am

A Meditation on the

This Sunday

Green Business of the Year Award NEW Micro Business of the Year Award (1 to 4 employees) NEW Small Business of the Year Award (5 to 49 employees) NEW Large Business of the Year Award (50 or more employees) NEW Citizen of the Year Award Each category finalist will be invited to attend the Hats Off to Excellence Gala as our guest where the winner of each award will be announced.

Have someone or a business in mind? Complete the nomination form and submit it today!

Questions? Contact us at 604 946-4232 or by email to

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Worship Service: 10:30 am “Deadly Anger” 5300 44th Ave. Delta BC 604.946.7410 44th and Arthur

ST. DAVID’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 1115 51a St, Tsawwassen—604 943 4737

S UNDAY 8 am Traditional Communion 10 am Contemporary Communion, with children’s and youth programmes W EDNESDAY 11 am Mid-week Communion, followed by lunch Study and fellowship groups meet throughout the For summer youth activities, week. Please visit our website or call thevisit church office please our website. for details. New members always welcome.

Applications and information available online at www.deltachamber.ca

Ladner Ladner Christian Fellowship

5545 Ladner Trunk Rd., Delta, B.C., V4K 1X1 604.946.4430 • www.ladnerlife.com

Rising Star Business of the Year Award

4594 - 54A Street, Ladner, B.C. 604-946-7033 email:office@ladnercrc.com visit our website: www.ladnercrc.com

Postures of Worship: Ascension Thanksgiving

AugSr.18-22 from 9 to 12 noon Pastor: Danny Stebeck Register by phone or website Youth Pastor: Dustin Huguet

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Come worship with us Sunday, October 12, 2014 at 10:30 am Pastor Mike Koot “Telescopes for God” Psalm 69: 30-32

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A16 The Delta Optimist October 10, 2014 In the Community

NOTICE OF PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR 2015

Standing room only at ElderCollege talk

Notice is given that the Corporation of Delta intends to provide exemption from property taxes for a period of one year (2015 taxation year) for the properties listed below. Estimated municipal taxes are shown for the year 2015 and for the following two years as required by Section 227 of the Community Charter.

Delta Permissive Taxation Exemption Bylaw, No. 7368, 2014.

Estimated Municipal Taxes Organization Name Abbeyfield House - St. David’s Society

Address 1115 51A Street

Augustinian Monastery of British Columbia 3890 Arthur Drive

2015 ($)

2016 ($)

2017 ($)

6,200

6,300

6,400

400

400

400

Boys and Girls Clubs of South Coast BC (Errol Wintemute)

4727 Arthur Drive

21,900

22,300

22,700

Boys and Girls Clubs of South Coast BC (Hillside)

11339 84 Avenue

12,200

12,400

12,600

Boys and Girls Clubs of South Coast BC (Winskill)

5575 9 Avenue

1,300

1,300

1,300

British Columbia Waterfowl Society

5191 Robertson Road

31,000

31,600

32,200

British Columbia Waterfowl Society

Waterfowl Habitats

3,500

3,600

3,700

Columbus Charities Association (Columbus Lodge)

8850 118A Street

9,300

9,500

9,700

Delta Branch No. 61 of The Royal Canadian Legion

4896 Delta Street

5,600

5,700

5,800

Delta Chamber of Commerce

6201 60 Avenue

8,300

8,500

8,700

Delta Community Living Society

3800 72 Street

2,400

2,400

2,400

Delta Community Living Society

3810 72 Street

Delta Fire and Emergency Services (Training Facility)

4990 104 Street

700

700

700

1,500

1,500

1,500

Delta Gymnastics Society

4680 Clarence Taylor Crescent

35,500

36,200

36,900

Delta Hospice Society

1521 56 Street

9,800

10,000

10,200

Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society

4816 Delta Street

6,500

6,600

6,700

Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society

4824 Delta Street

8,900

9,100

9,300

Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society

4830 Delta Street

8,100

8,300

8,500

Delta Lodge #21, Independent Order of Oddfellows

5425 Ladner Trunk Road

8,000

8,200

8,400

Delta Museum and Archives Society

4450 Clarence Taylor Cresent

6,400

6,500

6,600

Delta Museum and Archives Society

4858 Delta Street

5,900

6,000

6,100

Delta Museum and Archives Society

4910 Delta Street

2,200

2,200

2,200

Delta Museum and Archives Society

4914 Delta Street

2,300

2,300

2,300

Delta Museum and Archives Society

4918 Delta Street

4,800

4,900

5,000

Deltassist Family and Community Services Society

9067 120 Street

38,500

39,300

40,100

Gateway Autism Foundation

4812 Georgia Street

3,800

3,900

4,000

Kinsmen Club of Ladner Tsawwassen

5050 47 Avenue

4,900

5,000

5,100

KinVillage Association

5430 10 Avenue

8,600

8,800

9,000

Ladner Community Police Station

5072 48 Avenue

2,400

2,400

2,400

Ladner Fishermen’s Co-Operative Association

4467 Savoy Street

1,800

1,800

1,800

Ladner Fishermen’s Co-Operative Association

4473 Savoy Street

1,800

1,800

1,800

Ladner Fishermen’s Co-Operative Association

4481 Savoy Street

Ladner Lawn Bowling Club

5128 47 Avenue

Lighthouse Harbour Ministries

9551 Gunderson Road

McKee Athletic Association (East Delta Hall)

10379 Ladner Trunk Road

Navy League of Canada

4,100

4,200

4,300

15,500

15,800

16,100

4,800

4,900

5,000

15,000

15,300

15,600

Annacis Channel

4,000

4,100

4,200

North Delta Community Police Station

7033 & 7081 120 Street

1,600

1,600

1,600

North Delta Potters Guild

11425 84 Avenue

5,700

5,800

5,900

Reach Child and Youth Development Society (Developmental Preschool North)

10921 82 Avenue

1,600

1,600

1,600

Reach Child and Youth Development Society (North Delta Play and Learn Centre)

11425 84 Avenue

4,500

4,600

4,700

Royal Heights Baptist Church

11706 96 Avenue

23,000

23,500

24,000

Sources Community Resources Society

4807 Georgia Street

5,200

5,300

5,400

Sources Community Resources Society (Chestnut House)

4576 55B Street

2,000

2,000

2,000

South Delta Library

1321A 56 Avenue

13,000

13,300

13,600

South Delta Little House Society

5061 12 Avenue

8,500

8,700

8,900

The Centre for Child Development of the Lower Mainland (Lookout Preschool)

11405 84 Avenue

1,600

1,600

1,600

The Nature Trust of British Columbia

Riparian Habitat Area

8,200

8,400

8,600

The Nature Trust of British Columbia

Harlock Island

200

200

200

The Sidekick Players Club

1172 56 Street

2,200

2,200

2,200

Tsawwassen Tennis Club

286 English Bluff Road

7,600

7,800

8,000

Tunnel Town Curling Club

1720 56 Street

9,000

9,200

9,400

Watershed Artworks Society

11425 84 Avenue

800

800

800

The Corporation of Delta 4500 ClarenceTaylor Crescent Delta BCV4K 3E2 www.cor p.delta.bc.ca www.delta.ca

It was standing room only last month when ElderCollege Delta brought Dr. Robert Blair to speak on genetically modified foods.

The emeritus professor of land and food sciences at UBC faced a number of frustrated listeners who expressed their views during a question-and-answer session following Blair’s lecture, Are Genetically Modified Foods Safe?

The free presentation held at Cedar Park Church in Ladner offered an introduction to ElderCollege courses designed for those 50 and older.

Many courses for the fall semester are fully booked but among those that still have space are Spanish

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Dr. Robert Blair spoke on genetically modified foods.

Intermediate, Allo, Bonjour — Conversational French, Bee Keeping, Canadian Short Stories, Opera, Catastrophic Earth, Travel Experiences and Wining & Dining with Wellbrook.

For more information on ElderCollege courses, email eldercollegedelta@ kinvillage.org or call 604943-0262.

Probus members to learn the benefits of meditation The South Delta Probus Club will learn all about the benefits of meditation at its meeting next week.

The club’s monthly meeting will feature speaker Ivan Jones, an experienced counsellor and meditation teacher.

His talk, and interaction, will educate club members on the benefits of meditation and provide practical tools to help people in their daily lives.

The meeting is set for Wednesday, Oct. 15

at 10 a.m. at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn. The club’s meetings are free and open to both members and visitors.

Probus is a worldwide association of active retirees. South Delta Probus offers its members the opportunity to learn from speakers on key issues. The association is non-political and non-fundraising, and allows members to enjoy fellowship and activities that stimulate the mind and body.

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features co-ordinator: Dave Willis

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email: dwillis@delta-optimist.com

....in South Delta

Bowling back in B.C. for tour Award-winning author reading from latest work

BY

DAVE WILLIS

dwillis@delta-optimist.com

Tim Bowling will be back in B.C. on tour supporting his latest collection of poetry.

The award-winning author, who grew up in Ladner and now lives in Edmonton, will be doing a series of readings from Circa Nineteen Hundred and Grief.

Mid-life, or what it means to be middle aged and looking back and looking forward, plays a considerable role in the poems, he says The poems are also concerned a great deal with the West Coast, Bowling says.

“My deepest source of imagery, my deepest source of motivation and inspiration is always the Fraser River,” he says.

“That pretty much continues.

There’s a number of poems in the book dealing with memories of growing up in the fishing industry.”

Bowling, who teaches university classes, including creative writing, in Edmonton, says with a laugh that working with young people and writing poems keep him from being a complete curmudgeon.

All writing, but poetry in par-

Tim Bowling “My Deepest source of inspiration is always the Fraser River.” ticular, has always been an act of affirmation and creativity, he explains.

“I think it has to be. You start from nothing and you have to make something. I’ve often said that about even the bleakest poets, even the most depressed poets you can imagine, at the moment of creation, weren’t that way.”

Circa Nineteen Hundred and Grief marks Bowling’s 12th collection of poetry.

He has also written a memoir

and four novels, including The Bone Sharps and The Tinsmith.

Bowling will be in Victoria tonight to start his tour.

He heads to Cottage Bistro, 4470 Main St., Vancouver, on Sunday, Oct. 12 at 7 p.m.

He’ll be joined by poet Russell Thornton.

Bowling will take part in Simon Fraser University’s Lunch Poems Series on Wednesday, Oct. 15 at noon at the Teck Gallery of SFU’s Harbour Centre Campus, 515 Hastings St. His tour wraps up that evening at 7 p.m. at the Peter Kaye Room of the Vancouver Public Library.

The evening, titled The Bearable Weight of Midlife: A Reading from Circa Nineteen Hundred and Grief, is presented

by Gaspereau Press and The Alcuin Society.

Bowling has received numerous accolades for his work, including Governor General’s Award nominations, Writers Trust of Canada nominations, a Guggenheim Foundation fellowship, Alberta Book Awards, Alberta Readers Choice Awards nominations and a Canadian Authors Association Award.

African choir brings show to Ladner BY

DAVE WILLIS

dwillis@delta-optimist.com

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The African Children’s Choir will perform in Ladner later this month.

The African Children’s Choir will visit Ladner for a pair of performances later this month.

The group of kids, ranging in age from eight to 12, has been “all over the place,” says tour leader Nathanael Longstaff.

Since starting the tour about nine months ago in California, the choir has moved around the western portion of the U.S. and into Canada, performing concerts with a variety of traditional dances and songs and gospel music.

This group is made up of children from different regions of Uganda.

“People do not go home the same after they see one of these performances,” says Longstaff.

The performances promote the potential of the kids and the immense hope they have due to the organization, he says.

“It’s truly moving.”

Concerts are free and open to all. A freewill offering is taken at the performance to

support African Children’s Choir programs.

Shows are scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 19 at Ladner Christian Reformed Church and then Sunday, Oct. 26 at Ladner Baptist Church.

For more on the organization visit africanchildrenschoir.com.

Concert dates Sunday, Oct. 19 Ladner Christian Reformed Church Time: 6:30 p.m.

Address: 4594-54A St. Venue phone: 604-946-7033 Sunday, Oct. 26 Ladner Baptist Church Time: 10 a.m.

Address: 5624 Ladner Trunk Rd. Venue phone: 604-946-0141

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Music and art come together on arts centre stage

PHOTO BY ROD WINNING

The Twin Bandits, featuring Jamie Elliott (left) and Hanna Walker, were one of the acts to perform at a musical revue variety show last Thursday at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre. The event included art from Rod Winning and Dennis Walsh (SNL 149) and performances by Nashlyn Lloyd, Mercy Walker, Brian Griffith, Steve Gunter and Nathan Wylie.

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New guild show explores change BY

O

NOREEN M. FAIRWEATHER Optimist contributor

ddly enough, change is one of the few constants in our lives; it just happens. Change can be planned, or shockingly unexpected, deliberately experimental, or a sudden gracious happiness.

It can also be a challenge like that set for its members by the South Delta Artists Guild in its latest show, Time for Change, which runs through Oct. 19.

The result has filled Gallery 1710 with exciting and thought-provoking art expressed by leading artists, many of them competition award winners.

Sandra Taylor, winner of the guild’s 2012 Oil and Water competition, shows abstract free-brushwork mixed-media work, while Marlene Strain, workshop leader who also heads up the distribution of guild paintings for show in five public locations, displays outstanding watercolours.

Jacqueline Dunn, just back from China after a successful show of 40 paintings commissioned by an art dealer who saw her work at Gallery 1710 earlier this year, has three new oil paintings for sale.

Admired artists Marilyn Atkey, Birgit Coath, Laurel Johnson, Wynn Dennett and Jodie Blaney show off their distinctive styles with works in Time for Change.

For retired lawyer Ulf Ottho, who has two landscapes in the show, “en plein air”

PHOTO BY NOREEN M. FAIRWEATHER

Marlene Strain’s love of life, nature and colour find beautiful expression in her watercolour paintings, which have won many awards in numerous exhibits. A long-time member of SDAG, she teaches both privately and through guild workshops.

painting has a special significance. “Plein air,” French for “open air,” describes how

Monet and Van Gogh worked, outside whatever the weather.

Besides being an artist, Ottho is a keen motorcyclist, and uses his Harley Road King, packed with all his painting gear, including an easel, to reach his landscape subjects and do his preliminary sketches on site, en plein air.

“It works better than Tom Thomson’s canoe,” he says of his transport.

Birkenhead Lake, the subject of one of his paintings, is in the Whistler-Pemberton area, and Ottho spent four hours there, striving to get the true intensity of the natural colours. He then painted the larger version in his studio, his usual technique.

All the work in Gallery 1710 (adjacent to the South Delta Recreation Centre in Tsawwassen) is original and for sale.

Media used includes watercolour, oil, acrylic, pen and ink, mixed media and marker pen.

Time for Change can be viewed from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday to Sunday, until Oct. 19.

The guild has just initiated a schedule change for its exhibitions that will open up the gallery space to more artists. Shows open to all members will now run just under three weeks a month, including three weekends, with the remaining time available for private shows, for either members or non-members.

For more information on the guild and its opportunities, visit www.southdeltaartistsguild.com.

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Guitarist Doug Towle and De La Terra are set to perform at the next live@5005 concert series date at Genesis Theatre on Friday, Oct. 17.

Combining traditional Spanish guitar with a bit of modern technology, De La Terra’s performances are a rich, full presentation of his original work, as well as some popular tunes from the pop and rock world. De La Terra is made up of Towle, Peter Davyduck (bass) and Lyndon De Witt (percussion). Doors are at 7:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $15, cash only, at the door on the night of the performance.

Annual

1st

Family Fall Fair Fundraiser All proceeds go to the rescue

Saturday October 18th 11-4pm Westham Island Winery 2170 Westham Island Road Families are invited to check out the 20+ vendors, appetizers, wine tasting for the adults and much more!

Please contact us if you are interested in joining us as a vendor.

Tiny Tales is a registered charity committed to rehabilitating and rehoming ponies/horses in need.

Contact Tara • 604-328-9360 OR email info@ponyrescue.org www.ponyrescue.org

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Playwright up for national award Rick Chafe learns of GG nomination as his play opens in Tsawwassen As the Sidekick Players Club opened its 18th season with The Secret Mask last night in Tsawwassen, playwright Rick Chafe learned that he has been selected as one of the finalists to receive the Governor General’s Literary Award.

The Secret Mask is the touching story of a man, Ernie, who suffered a stroke that resulted in him having aphasia and memory loss.

The character is based on Chafe’s father, who suffered a stroke in 2002.

“The Secret Mask is my most personal play because it’s almost entirely inspired by my father and his rough grace and humour, so I’m over the moon that what I think of as my dad’s play has attracted a GG nomination,” said Chafe.

“Mostly I’m hoping the nomination gets the attention of more theatres and this play finds more productions as a result.”

Sidekick president Carroll Lefebvre said the group was thrilled to learn this week that Chafe had been selected as one of the finalists for the Governor General’s Literary Award in

Drama.

“We loved this script from the first reading and now, seeing it brought to life during rehearsals, we have fallen in love with it over and over again,” Lefebvre said.

“We laugh and we cry ... all for the right reasons.”

The finalists for the Governor General’s Literary Awards are chosen by peer assessment committees, who consider all eligible books published between Sept.

1, 2013 and Sept. 30, 2014 for English-language books and between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014 for French-language books. This year, 966 titles in the English-language categories and 637 in the French-language categories were submitted.

“This year’s list of finalists contains powerful novels and poems, imaginative children’s books, skillful translations, entrancing dramas and enlightening non-fiction,” said Canada Council director and CEO Simon Brault. “They are all meaningful books in which we can, as readers and Canadians, lose ourselves and find ourselves.”

Governor General David

PHOTO BY CARROLL LEFEBVRE

The Sidekick Players Club’s production of The Secret Mask stars Jeff Pannell (left) as George, Lisa Gach as Mae and Luke Day as Ernie.

Johnston will present the awards next month in Ottawa.

Sidekick’s production of The Secret Mask runs until Oct. 25

at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre.

Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday,

Oct. 19.

Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for seniors. Call 604-2882415 to reserve.

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LOCAL BUSINESS WORKSHOPS Safe and Sound:

Building and Sustaining a Psychologically Safe and Healthy Workplace

October 16, 2014 6:00 – 8:30 pm

at the Ladner United Church

This workshop provides insight into WorkSafeBC’s mental disorder legislation and new occupational health and safety policies to support that Act. It helps participants identify bullying and harassment and understand their responsibilities.

The workshop also provides an overview of the National Standard on Psychological Health and Safety. We will review samples of workplace policies to assist with your own workplace implementation to keep you ‘legal’ with WorkSafe. Included is an exploration of mental health in the workplace and how to identify hazards to psychological safety. Participants will leave with an understanding of how to enhance protective factors in the workplace.

Dealing with difficult people/customers October 23, 2014 6:00 – 8:30 pm

at the Ladner United Church

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Guess Who, The Beach Boys, Metallica, Sublime, 2pac and Justin Timberlake into a unique blend of acoustic rock and hip-hop.

Produced by Danny Craig (Default), Get That Thing! explores new sonic territory for Pedwell with a focus on acoustic guitars, big hooks and memorable harmonies.

Born and raised in South Delta, Bradley Pedwell raised the funds for Get That Thing! in less than 12 hours via a crowd-funding campaign.

Over the next year, the eclectic songwriter wrote

100-plus songs, spent his weekends on public transit, grew out his hair, bruised his heel bone and got in a near-fatal car accident. It all resulted in the six memorable songs, including the title track, Get That Thing!

“This EP started out as me recording my six best songs, and it evolved into a change in my sound, and ultimately, my attitude,” said Pedwell. “You find a thing you love and you get that thing.”

Get That Thing! is now available exclusively through Pedwell’s website at www.pedwellmusic.com.

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Pedwell’s Get That Thing! is reminiscent of Justin Timberlake’s FutureSexLoveSounds and Everlast’s Eat At Whitey’s.

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Simple ways to do your part for the planet It’s easy to adopt a more eco-friendly lifestyle While charitable donations and volunteering are the first things many people think of with regard to giving back to their communities, there are additional ways that conscientious men and women can give back if they don’t have the time or money to donate.

One such way is to protect the planet. Everyone benefits from a healthy planet, and adopting a more eco-friendly lifestyle is a great way to give back to your community and benefit the people who live there now and those who will live there in the generations to come.

Here are a few easy ways to help the planet: • Buy local — Locally produced items don’t have to be transported across the globe, drastically reducing the fuel needed to get those items into your house. In addition, because they don’t have to be transported long distances, many locally produced items are not as heavily packaged, cutting

back on the use of potentially harmful or wasteful plastics.

• Use a clothesline — Using a clothesline instead of a clothes dryer to dry your clothes can dramatically reduce your energy consumption. Also, clothes that hang dry won’t be subject to the same amount of wear and tear as those dried in a dryer, meaning they will last longer, saving you money and cutting down on the demand for new clothes that must be produced and transported, often times from overseas, at a heavy cost to the planet.

• Do less laundry — It’s not just how you dry your clothes that affects the environment, but how frequently you wash those clothes can influence the size of your carbon footprint.

Washing machines need a substantial amount of water and energy to operate effectively, and using them to wash anything less than a full load is wasting both water and energy, not to

mention raising your utility bills. Only launder clothes when you have a full load.

• Stick to showers — Much like there are ways to save water when washing your clothes, there also are ways to save water when washing yourself. Forgo baths for showers, which consume roughly 50 per cent less water than baths.

When showering, keep it quick, as each minute you’re in the shower, you are using as much as five gallons of water.

• Opt out of paper statements — Paper statements, whether it’s your monthly bank statements or utility bills, can increase your risk of identity theft, especially if you live an apartment complex where mail is not delivered directly to your door. Opting for e-statements not only makes you less susceptible to identity theft, it also drastically cuts back on paper consumption, saving trees and improving air quality along the way.

Cut down your waste this holiday season The holiday season generates a lot of waste: · Thousands of paper and plastic shopping bags end up in landfills after the holiday season. Reusable cloth bags can limit the amount of bags tossed away, and users of plastic bags can

recycle them at appropriate receptacles. · Approximately 33 million live trees are cut down and sold in North America each year for Christmas. If you use a live tree, be sure to recycle it so it can be turned into mulch instead

of being sent to a landfill.

Otherwise, consider buying a potted tree and planting it after the holidays. · If everyone in Canada wrapped just three gifts in reused paper or gift bags, it would save enough paper to cover 45,000 hockey rinks.

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Reduce your carbon footprint by 70% Each km of open-cut sewer trench produces more than 1,000 truckloads of material.

Celebrating 25 years of energy conservation

PW Trenchless Your No-Dig Specialists Trenchless construction–a revolutionary concept in laying underground wire and piping–is not only helping to reduce the monetary costs associated with underground construction, it is also making a huge impact on the ability to reduce costly damage to the environment.

“Trenchless procedures are more environmentally friendly because they can reduce dust, pollution, and noise, and make installations through wetlands and other environmentally-sensitive areas far less disruptive,” says David O’Sullivan, Owner, P.W. Trenchless Construction Ltd. By minimizing the amount of excavation required to bury pipe and cable, trenchless construction reduces damage to land and road surfaces, including the costs to restore them, causes less disruption of traffic and other activities on and around job sites, and allows for installations in areas where excavation is impractical or impossible.

“The various methods of construction using trenchless procedures mean that the material from the ground surface down to the pipe zone is not disturbed. This causes a major reduction in the use of energy and still we are able to install or renew the utility with the same degree of effectiveness.”

O’Sullivan says the biggest impact trenchless construction is having on the environment is

the massive reduction in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.

“Compared to cut-and-cover construction, trenchless procedures actually reduce CO2 emissions by 78 to 90 per cent,” he said.

A University of Waterloo study concluded that reduction associated with trenchless construction is achieved primarily due to limiting disruption of traffic flow and shorter duration of projects using trenchless methods.

O’Sullivan recommends cities and companies managing installations of underground wiring and piping check out the easy-to-use Carbon Calculator at www.NAST-BC.org. The calculator estimates the amount of carbon that would occur during an opencut construction project compared to one using trenchless procedures.

“It is quite amazing to see the difference.

The trenchless technology is really making a big difference—both in lowering disruption to the environment and lowering the bottom line costs of construction.”

Specializing in pipe bursting and slip lining, P.W. Trenchless Construction Inc. is one of the most experienced trenchless contractors in British Columbia. For more information, visit www. pwtrenchless.com.

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B.C. Hydro’s Power Smart program has been delivering tools to help British Columbians save energy and save money for 25 years.

The current average annual household energy use is 12 per cent lower than what it would have been without Power Smart — that’s enough to power 210,000 homes annually.

Each October B.C. Hydro celebrates Power Smart Month, a month dedicated to new conservation offers and incentives to help British Columbians save energy and money.

Power Smart Month includes rebates on energy efficient appliances and products available at retail stores across the province.

New energy champions will be identified at the Power Smart Excellence Awards and dozens of restaurants will dim their lights as part

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“Our 10-year plan for B.C. Hydro commits to providing customers with tools to manage their electricity costs,” said provincial Energy Minister Bill Bennett. “Power Smart Month raises awareness about energy efficient products and services as well as financial incentives that can help British Columbians save money by saving power.”

The simplest way anyone can lower their energy use is by turning off unnecessary lights and electronics.

This year’s Power Smart Month theme is “Offtober”

that should encourage even more British Columbians to conserve energy.

“B.C. Hydro is pleased to celebrate Power Smart Month, which offers customers simple ways to save electricity,” said Chris O’Riley, executive vice president of generation for B.C. Hydro. “We are proud of what we have accomplished with Power Smart over 25 years — it’s something other utilities across North America have modeled their energy conservation programs after.”

To find out more about Power Smart Month and how you can save, visit: www.powersmart.ca.

Power Smart Month events • Customers can get up to a $100 rebate on a high-efficiency clothes washer from B.C. Hydro. Several B.C. cities will match the rebate, bringing the potential savings up to $200.

• B.C. Hydro is also offering a rebate of $50 to $75 for select ENERGY STAR refrigerators and a $100 rebate on ENERGY STAR clothes dryers.

• Businesses and local governments will recognize champions in reducing energy usage at the bi-annual Power Smart Excellence Awards in Vancouver on Oct. 16. The Power Smart Excellence Awards are B.C.’s premier energy conservation celebration, acknowledging individuals and organisations for leading in energy efficiency.

• The annual Candlelight Conservation Dinner on Oct. 22 will include over 60 restaurants across B.C. Participating restaurants will dim their lights and turn up the ambiance to show how simple actions can save energy.

Exclusive dining discounts to these restaurants will also be offered to the public for the evening.

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• The average Canadian home has 21 appliances and devices, up from 15 in 1989.

• The energy efficiency of today’s clothes washers has improved by 68 per cent over those produced in 1989.

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Phone: 604-946-4451

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Champs, inductees announced

10th annual Delta Sports Hall of Fame banquet to honour recipients next Saturday night The Delta Sports Hall of Fame has announced this year’s Sports Champions and inductees.

The hall of fame will hold its 10th annual banquet to honour the Sports Champions and inductees on Saturday, Oct. 18.

The banquet will be held at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn and starts at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets are $60 and can be purchased by calling Delta Gymnastics Society at 604-943-0460.

Started in 2005 the Delta Sports Hall of Fame set as its goal “to celebrate Delta sport achievement, recognize excellence and honour past, present and future role models.”

This year’s recipients are: Sport Champions • Coach: Dan Burgess 2013 SDSS Volleyball Team - Burgess has enjoyed a three year run of provincial championships as the head coach of his South Delta Sun Devils girls volleyball teams winning titles in 2011, 2012 and 2013.

• Athlete: Vanessa Kovacs - Soccer - Kovacs was named Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) All-Canadian, was named to the CIS Championship All-Star Team and won Most Valuable Player of the Nation Finals.

• Athlete: Mark Pearson - Field Hockey - He is regarded by Anthony Farry, head coach of Canada’s national field hockey team, as an experienced international player who demonstrates a high level of leadership within the program.

• Professional Athlete: James Paxton - baseball - He made his first major league appearance on Sept.

7, 2013, facing the Tampa Bay Rays. He earned the win as the Mariners took a 6-2 decision. Paxton is now 25-years-old and looking forward to a promising major league career.

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The 2013 South Delta Senior Secondary AAAA Girls Volleyball Team is one of this year’s Sports Champion recipients.

• Volunteer: George Windsor - Hockey and other - What began as a simple decision to coach his young son in soccer has blossomed into three decades of continuous service to the youth of Delta for Windsor.

• Master Athlete: Cheryl Watson - Dragon Boat - This year’s Sport Champion Master Athlete of the Year is living proof of the proverb, “When life throws you a lemon, make lemonade.” Diagnosed in 1995 and again in 2009 with breast cancer, her story is a wonderfully passionate response to this deadly disease.

• Team: 2013 South Delta Senior Secondary AAAA Girls Volleyball Team - To win a provincial title is very difficult but to win two in a row is that much harder and extremely rare. But the 2013 South Delta Sun Devils managed this feat as they captured their second consecutive

AAAA Girls Volleyball championship culminating an outstanding year in which they finished with a 41-15 record.

Inductees • Builder: Martin Ray - Medicine - Athletes at all levels develop and achieve excellence in their sports with the assistance and guidance of sports medicine doctors like Dr. Ray. He has been called “an unsung builder, supporter, facilitator, healer and leader in Delta sports for over two decades.”

• Builder: Tim Saunders - Squash - Saunders, a resident of Tsawwassen, has been affiliated with the Bayside Squash Club since 1980. The Bayside Squash Club today is more than an athletic club. He has created a welcome space by the beach for recreation, friendship and fitness.

• Athlete: Michelle Bogaard Flemons - Tennis - At the age of 12, her coach, Gerry Macken,

believed she had the potential to advance as far as she wished, mainly due to her fighter instinct and mental toughness. It is a distinct reality that she is one of the best women’s tennis players ever produced in B.C., if not Canada.

• Athlete: Jamie Buis - Football - His Canadian Football League career with the Lions ran from 1983 through 1989 and during that time he played in over 100 CFL regular season games. In his career, He won three CFL West Division Championships and played in two Grey Cup Championship games. He won the Grey Cup in 1985.

• Coach: Gary Trepanier - Football Trepanier’s coaching record with Delta Minor Football Club speaks for itself: 59 wins - seven losses, two consecutive undefeated seasons, four consecutive provincial championships.

In a word, remarkable.

• Sponsor: Travis

Wolsey - Sungod Sports + Orthopaedic Physiotherapy Clinic - The clinic’s mission statement embraces a commitment to education, service and community. Under the direction of physiotherapist and owner Wolsey, the clinic has been a supporter and sponsor of sporting events, teams and athletes in Delta since its beginning.

• Team: 1995 North Delta Senior Secondary Football Team - The triumph of the 1995 North Delta Huskies was truly remarkable and 20 years after their accomplishment, the1995 Huskies are still considered one of the best B.C. high school football teams of all time.

• Pioneer: Cliff White Slowpitch / Fastball - White achieved both athletic recognition and special honour for the North Delta Softball Association. His greatest legacy will be the enduring impact that he endowed upon his players and community.

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A42 The Delta Optimist October 10, 2014

2013: TOP 10% OF GREATER VANCOUVER REALTORS®

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Teri Steele | 604.897.2010 sold@TeriSteele.com

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BOUNDARY BAY BEAUTY 114 67th Street, Tsawwassen

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Sunshine & sand await you in this tastefully & In this sought after location that boasts its own professionally updated 2 level home minutes to ‘private beach access’. Nicer than new is this the beach & boat launch. Gorgeous GREAT ROOM amazing 5 bedroom home that offers water views concept upstairs that boasts a gourmet kitchen from the upper den.The almost ¼ acre lot hosts a with custom kitchen cabinetry, stainless steel heated pool, hot tub, greenhouse & lovely fish pond appliances & gas range (barbeque hook-up off (that can be viewed from the dining room). Grand kitchen too). New vinyl windows, exterior doors & kitchen with HUGE central island that opens to a lighting plus a media room that is the perfect MAN large eating /family room with dramatic vaulted CAVE. One bedroom in-law suite for Grandma or ceiling & commanding fireplace.The Master Suite is teens plus the fabulous outdoor space features a grand with his/hers walk-in closets & a sumptuous hot tub & outdoor shower. Come take a look and en-suite. Originally a builder’s own custom home you will fall in love with the move-in condition of this home & yard. Hurry! this one has all the bells & whistles. By appointment.

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A44 The Delta Optimist October 10, 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

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NEW PRICE!

#103-4926 48th Ave $236,000 799 sq.ft – 1 bdrm – bath many updates – Ladner Place

5152 Cooper Place $1,168,000 5,156 sq.ft. - 9 bdrms - 6 bath fourplex - 24,176 sq.ft. lot

NEW LISTING

RIVER VIEW

FARMLAND VIEW

NEW PRICE!

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

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

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NEW PRICE!

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

5447 44th Ave. $639,900 2,114 sq.ft. - 4 bdrms - 2 bath 1 bdrm legal suite - 6,000 sq.ft. lot

MARINA & RIVER VIEW

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

5276 Dixon Place $728,800 2,427 sq.ft - 5 bdrms - 3 bath cul-de-sac location - 7,524 sqft lot

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#201-4926 48th Ave. $239,900 946 sq.ft. - 2 bdrms -1 bath corner unit-Ladner Place

NEW LISTING

4493 45A Street $679,900 2,624 sq.ft - 5 bdrms - 3 bath Port Guichon - 6,666 sqft lot

#12-5600 Ladner Trunk Road $459,900 1,642 sq.ft - 3 bdrms - 3 bath updated - Laurel Court

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5273 Walnut Place $718,000 2,162 sq.ft. - 3 bdrms - 3 bath park like setting - 9,164 sq.ft. lot

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

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#304-4728 53 St. | $344,900 Listed by RE/MAX Progroup

ALL OUR HOMES ARE MIRACLE HOMES!

October 10, 2014 The Delta Optimist A45

WHERE HOME BECOMES HOLIDAY Tsawwassen Springs shines bright for so many reasons, from resort-style living to natural location to incredible freehold investment. Take a look.

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HOW TSAWWASSEN IS

A Sunny Destination Community With a Bright Outlook With twice as many sunny days as Vancouver, Tsawwassen is a way to get out of the rain in 30 minutes or less. Swing by and see for yourself.

A STUNNING UPGRADE IN LIFESTYLE - AND WHY RIGHT NOW IS THE TIME.

DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER

With a breathtaking new Clubhouse to come, residents here will enjoy a resort-calibre wellness centre, physiotherapist, fitness centre, restaurant, and neighbourhood pub - without ever starting their car. Plus the specialty grocery store and café!

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TsawwassenSprings.ca info@tsawwassensprings.ca

Regency Realty Ltd THIS IS NOT AN OFFERING FOR SALE. ANY SUCH OFFERING CAN ONLY BE MADE WITH A DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. E. & O.E. SALES BY REGENCY REALTY LTD.

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A46 The Delta Optimist October 10, 2014

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CORNER UNIT WITH 9 FOOT CEILINGS

• Two bdrms & two full bathrms • South facing quiet corner unit • Best location in the entire complex • Laminate flooring, great floor plan

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#13-1702 56th St., Tsawwassen

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PANORAMIC VIEWS AT THE OLIVA!

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FANTASTIC STEVESTON LOCATION

• Updated throughout • 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom layout w/ two parking spaces • Private west-facing patio area • Walk to Steveston Village in minutes • Close to transit

MUST SELL! BRING OFFERS!

• 1,734 sq.ft. 3 bedroom unit • Spacious 3-level townhome • Double Garage • Private Yard e e • r eg e Updated appliances, lighting & much 360 dour onlin more lt

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#3 4220 Steveston Hwy., Richmond

#8-4965 47th Ave., Ladner

$369,900

$369,900

#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

www.fraserelliott.com

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• 2 bedroom condo • Brand new kitchen w/tasteful colours, Quartz counters • Newer stainless appliances, garburator, granite sink & faucets • Real hardwood (Oak) throughout, new gas fireplaces, new blinds, • New washer & dryer, new HW tank in 2010, and more • South-west exposure and large wrap-around deck

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#109 4733 River Rd., Ladner

#303 4753 River Road, Ladner

$389,900

$419,900

ACROSS FROM LANSDOWNE MALL

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• Spacious 951 SF Penthouse • 2 bedroom & 2 bathroom • City & mountain views • In suite laundry • Two side by side parking • Storage locker, no rental restrictions with Potential rents of 1,500/month • Steps from Canada Line Skytrain station & bus #1505-8248 Lansdowne Rd., Richmond

BETTER ACT QUICKLY! LY ON

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• Luxuriously appointed with laminate floors, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances and much more • Only 2 units remain!

• Complex sits on a quiet inside street

• Luxuriously appointed with laminate floors, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances and much more • Only 2 units remain!

• Complex sits on a quiet inside street #2-4728 54A St., Ladner

$425,000 EFT SL NIT OU TW

• 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.

$508,800 UPDATED RANCHER WITH BIG, SUNNY LOT

#4-4728 54A St., Ladner

• 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 6092 Ladner Trunk Rd., Ladner

$508,800

$519,900

W NE

DETACHED HOME FOR A GREAT PRICE!

OUTSTANDING 4 BEDROOM 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

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#3 4780 55B Street, Ladner

• 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

$519,900

$529,900

W NE

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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

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• Walk to everywhere from this stunning location • Luxury updates incl hardwood flooring, granite counters • 2 bedroom plan with 833 sf • Recreation and pool in building

#302 1140 55 St., Tsawwassen

#514 555 Abbott St, Vancouver

$529,900

$550,000

DEFINITELY WORTH A LOOK!

• Huge 11,841 sq.ft.

• Park like lot in central West Ladner • Backing onto waterway • Cozy 4 bedroom home • Huge master bedroom with large ensuite

SUPERB HOME IN CUL-DE-SAC W/ DETACHED SHOP! W NE

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• Wonderfully updated two-level home with suite potential • 4 bedrooms and bonus solarium • Newer kitchen, windows and roof. Over $75k spent in renos • Detached shop with power and garage door for the handy person • Huge west-exposed yard • Quiet, central location close to everything

4564 Arthur Drive, Ladner

4708 Ashbury Pl., Ladner

$619,900

$659,900

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

604.728.2845

personal real estate corporation

NO UNIT DIRECTLY ABOVE STUNNING RIVER WEST

fraser elliott

October 10, 2014 The Delta Optimist A47

*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

A48 The Delta Optimist October 10, 2014

personal real estate corporation

fraser elliott

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN THE HEART OF LADNER

GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR DEVELOPMENT • LAND-VALUE • 60’x121’ lot • Sides onto Evergreen Lane • Potential development for coachhomes?

• 2 lots?

• Great Holding property with large lot in a great location

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4755 51st St., Ladner

5135 45th Ave., Ladner

$669,900

$669,900 FABULOUS CUL-DE-SAC FAMILY HOME

UPDATED FAMILY HOME IN PEBBLE HILL!

• Executive layout with 3 bedrooms + den • New, stylish flooring & newer windows • Huge entertainer’s deck • Large west-facing lot, double wide garage • Close to schools and transit

W NE

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• One of Ladner’s most desirable streets • 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom plan features a functional layout • New exterior paint, patio door, new furnace • Kitchen appliances in 2009, all new windows in 2008, new roof & gutters in 2006 • New fireplaces and HW tank 2005, new garage door 2004, carpets in 2003 • Large yard has plenty of room for entertaining, kids and pets

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5103 Galway Dr, Tsawwassen

5336 Chamberlayne., Ladner

$679,900

$688,000

OWNED BY THE ORIGINAL BUILDER’S FAMILY • Lovingly maintained • Highly UPDATED home • Quiet street and on a large 70’ x 125’ rectangular west-exposed lot • Brand new Merit kitchen with Caesarstone cabinets • New appliances, new recessed lighting, crown mouldings, wide plank flooring • 50 year metal roof (27 years remaining, new railings and more) • 2 x 6 construction • 4 bedrooms with the ability to suite

LARGE 3,000+ SF HOME WITH A POOL!

• 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.

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1067 Wilmington Dr., Tsawwassen

1425 Windsor Cr., Tsawwassen

$699,900

$719,900

EXTENSIVELY UPDATED IN HOLLY!

• 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

STYLISH BRAND NEW HOME!

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

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* 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

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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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• High traffic location • Great investment property • Historic Ladner Village • Rarely available • Future development?

4569 62nd St., Ladner

4690 53rd St., Ladner

$729,900

$799,900

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

PANORAMIC BOUNDARY BAY VIEWS!

5620 Admiral Blvd., Ladner

• 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 1170 Walalee Dr., Tsawwassen

$839,900

$879,900

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

GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO TOWN

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

• 12,206 sq. ft. lot • Huge deck • Mortgage help downstairs • Great investment property!

5859 Fairwynd., Ladner

5342 11A Avenue, Tsawwassen

$879,900

$888,000

#1 Agent in South Delta*

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

www.fraserelliott.com

• 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

4553 Savoy St., Ladner

$950,000

$958,800

• 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 6763 Seaview, Tsawwassen

$959,900

$1,038,000

• 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

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

• This home has everything you can imagine in luxury living

$1,098,800

$1,168,800

BUILT WITH TOTAL STYLE & QUALITY FINISHINGS • 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

4632 55B St., Ladner

5382 Crescent Dr., Ladner

$1,168,800

$1,758,888

ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE CUSTOM-BUILT HOME TN

ONE OF LADNER’S FINEST W/GOLF COURSE VIEW!

5880 Cove Reach Rd., Ladner

• 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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5887 Cove Link Rd., Ladner

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THE “TERRACE” WITH A VIEW!

• 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

EXCEPTIONAL GOLF COURSE VIEWS

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• 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!

8560 Garden City Rd., Richmond

STEPS TO THE BEACH!

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GORGEOUS NEW HOMES IN PORT GUICHON!

• 4,500 sq. ft.

• 6 bedrooms, 6 baths • Triple garage • Separate 2 bedroom guest or nanny suite

WATERFRONT, SPECTACULAR VIEWS

• List price includes fully finished home • Yacht/boat/float plane moorage at private dock • State of the art gourmet chef’s kitchen

558 English Bluff Road, Tsawwassen

4273 River road W., Ladner

$1,998,000

$2,200,000

BRAND NEW LUXURY HOMES COMING SOON! • Located in prime Tsawwassen Neighbourhood • Stunning designs complete with finished basements • 4,500 - 5,200 sf plans • 5 & 7 bedroom plans with legal suites • Quiet cul-de-sac location available • Call today for more info

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FANTASTIC FAMILY HOME OR BUILDING OPPORTUNITY!

fraser elliott

October 10, 2014 The Delta Optimist A49

BRAND NEW LUXURY HOMES COMING SOON! • Located in prime Tsawwassen Neighbourhood • Stunning designs complete with finished basements • 4,500 - 5,200 sf plans • 5 & 7 bedroom plans with legal suites • Quiet cul-de-sac location available • Call today for more info

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

A50 The Delta Optimist October 10, 2014

#1 IN SOUTH DELTA!

*

2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

THINKING OF SELLING YOUR HOME? Ask us about our extensive, value-added Vancouver/Richmond marketing campaign.

SOME FEATURES OF OUR UNBEATABLE MARKETING ARE: • MING PAO GOLD STANDARD FULL PAGE MANDARIN ADVERTISING • VANCOUVER SUN BI-WEEKLY WESTCOAST HOMES ADVERTISING (470,000 READERS) • TARGETED VANCOUVER & RICHMOND FACEBOOK MARKETING EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOUR HOME • GOOGLE ADWORDS CAMPAIGN DRIVING HUGE TRAFFIC TO OUR WEBSITE

• MASSIVE CLIENT DATABASE AND BUYER LIST • LARGE 3,500 REALTOR VANCOUVER-WIDE EMAIL DISTRIBUTION LIST • VERY EXPERIENCED TEAM MEMBERS TRAINED TO SHOWCASE YOUR LISTING TO POTENTIAL BUYERS! • PROFESSIONAL VIRTUAL TOUR PHOTOGRAPHY and PRESENTATION of property!

IF YOU WANT UNBEATABLE, UP-TO-DATE MARKETING FOR YOUR HOME THAT HITS ALL EFFECTIVE MARKETING MEDIUMS, CALL US TODAY! OUR MARKETING HAS HELPED US ACHIEVE A SUCCESSFUL SALE EVERY 1.68 DAYS IN 2014!*

TOP 100 RE/MAX REALTORS WORLDWIDE**

www.fraserelliott.com

*Based on Sales in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and YTD 2014. * Based on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Stats.

YTD 2014 Stats as of September 29, 2014. ** Based on Completed transactions in the 2011 and also 2012 years for residential and commercial commissions combined. **Out of nearly 88,000 REMAX sales associates worldwide.

As recognized by the REMAX INTERNATIONAL achievement award given to Fraser for 2011 & 2012!

October 10, 2014 The Delta Optimist A51

#2 RANKING TEAM in the ENTIRE Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board for 2014* (12,000 members total)

The Fraser Elliott team has sold more real estate than 99.99% of ALL REALTORS® in the Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board in 2014!* CALL US TODAY, WE WANT TO WORK FOR YOU!!

Rachel

REALTOR®

Garrett

REALTOR®

Fraser

REALTOR®

Amber

REALTOR®

Jennifer REALTOR®

Nobody sells more real estate than Fraser in Ladner/Tsawwassen*

* Based on number of sales in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and YTD 2014!

YTD 2014 Stats as of September 29, 2014.

This representation baed on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board *Stats as of Jan 15 2014.

604.728.2845 www.fraserelliott.com

Fraser Elliott Personal Real Estate Corporation / RE/MAX Progroup Realty Bridge Realty 100-5000 5360 12th Avenue Street, Delta, BC.

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