Delta Optimist November 7 2014

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Applicant files appeal on towers BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

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The Tsawwassen terminal won’t be handling any additional Nanaimo-bound traffic after a B.C. Ferries proposal to increase efficiency was shot down by the provincial government this week.

Traffic won’t be diverted Tsawwassen spared as proposal to re-route Horseshoe Bay run scuttled by Liberals BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

A huge volume of additional ferry traffic won’t be diverted from the North Shore to Tsawwassen, according to B.C.’s transportation minister.

Todd Stone said Wednesday the provincial government “has no interest in canceling or seeing the cancellation of the Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay run.”

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His statement came just a day after it was revealed B.C. Ferries would undertake a major review of its service to Vancouver Island, including the possibility of eliminating the Horseshoe BayNanaimo run and diverting that traffic to Tsawwassen.

Reaction to news that ferry traffic could be headed to South Delta was swift and negative from many quarters around the province, including ferry users who

took to social media to lambaste the plan.

Now that scenario, which more than likely wouldn’t have gone over well with Delta residents, is off the books.

“I have got to give minister Stone absolute 100 per cent marks. He turned on a dime and when he heard and looked at it, it shows he understands his portfolio and he understands the highway system, not only here but in

Horseshoe Bay,” said Mayor Lois Jackson.

“I am just delighted that he made such a decisive statement. I am more than thankful and very happy about his decision.”

The major routes between Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island account for 80 per cent of B.C. Ferries’ revenue and subsidize the money-losing minor See FERRIES page 3

The proponent behind a contentious plan to erect radio towers in Point Roberts is appealing the Whatcom County hearing examiner’s rejection of the application.

In a move that was not unexpected, BBC Broadcasting Inc. filed an appeal Wednesday with the county hoping to overturn the hearing examiner’s surprise announcement late last month.

Just days before a public hearing on the proposal was scheduled to begin in Bellingham, the examiner announced he was denying the application and cancelling the hearing, citing the towers exceeded height limits in Point Roberts.

BBC Broadcasting Inc. applied to erect five 45-metre (150-foot) steel towers at an undeveloped lot on McKenzie Way, just a few hundred metres from the border.

The towers would have transmitted South Asian radio station KRPI, AM 1550, which broadcasts from studios in Richmond.

The station currently broadcasts using antenna in Ferndale, Wash., but wanted a stronger signal for its Lower Mainland audience.

The Federal Communications Commission granted a construction permit but a zoning permit was still required from Whatcom County.

For over a year, opponents on both sides of the border have been fighting the application on several fronts, arguing KRPI’s operation in Ferndale caused considerable public nuisance due to interference with electronic equipment.

Whatcom County council will hear the appeal. If that’s rejected, the proponent can appeal to the courts.

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Delta Hospital doctors thought they got additional beds from FHA, but that’s not the case BY

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told me if we got an acute surgical program back tomorrow, we wouldn’t have the manpower to carry it out. We have to take it one step at a time,” Shaw said.

However, it later turned out the press release was incorrect and that the surgical beds aren’t being offered. Shaw’s only response after he found out was that further meetings are planned with the health region.

Noting the meeting with medical staff was constructive and reaffirmed

the importance of Delta Hospital in a network of acute care service, Fraser Health spokesperson Erin Labbé said the FHA committed to working with the hospital physicians to further strengthen the process for safely transferring surgical patients requiring overnight care to hospitals that have a surgical role.

Fraser Health is committed to working with the Delta Hospital surgical department towards better understanding of the implications for an overnight

or short-stay unit, Labbé noted, adding the FHA clarified this would require significant resources and clinical capacity to ensure safe care.

Longtime resident and community advocate Doug Massey, who helped form Friends of Delta Hospital, said his group wants clarification on what the region plans to do, if anything.

Massey also said he’s concerned the health region is intimidating the doctors into backing down and not going public, but Shaw said that’s not been the case.

Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington said until she’s had an opportunity to talk at length with Shaw and his colleagues, it’s difficult to know why the understanding of what happened with FHA is so different from FHA’s statement.

“All I know is that we don’t seem to have gained much from the process and I want to find out why FHA is being so stubborn in the face of such concern from all of our doctors,” Huntington said.

The Friends of Delta Hospital, meantime, will soon have a website up and running where residents can get more information or join the group.

many options would have been considered, including diverting all or just some of the Nanaimo traffic to Tsawwassen.

Noting that billions will be needed on capital infrastructure for all the major routes in the next dozen years, he added factors that would have been considered included better access

via the new South Fraser Perimeter Road.

Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington warned that if the idea had moved forward, traffic through the George Massey Tunnel would have got much worse, while the four-lane SFPR, which was designed to be a truck route to serve Deltaport, would have reached capac-

ity far more quickly. She also warned additional road infrastructure improvements would have been needed here to accommodate the extra volume.

According to B.C. Ferries, the total number of vehicles going from Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay, or vice versa, in 2013 was over 1.1 million.

SANDOR GYARMATI

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Doctors at Delta Hospital are talking with Fraser Health, but it appears something is getting lost in translation.

A meeting was held last Friday regarding the Delta Hospital Medical Staff Association’s concerns with the surgical program, issues the doctors made public and outlined in a recent letter to the minister of health.

A joint press release issued earlier this week by the doctors and the newlyformed Friends of Delta Hospital community group offered encouraging news that the health region has agreed to several recommendations, including the establishment of four shortstay surgical beds to enlarge the scope of surgeries performed at the hospital.

What the doctors were asking for, however, fell well short of their original demand for the full restoration of the surgical program. Unlike other hospitals in the region, the operating rooms in Delta close at 3 p.m., which means patients needing urgent procedures after that time have to be transferred by ambulance to other facilities.

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Doctors have been vocal about their concerns with the surgical program at Delta Hospital. They met with Fraser Health last Friday, but it doesn’t appear much headway was made.

That situation doesn’t appear to be changing anytime soon.

In an interview after the press release was issued, Dr. Robert Shaw said getting the four surgical beds was an important first step toward making restoration of the surgical program possible. He noted the current beds at the hospital are for day surgery patients and not meant for overnight stays.

“We all have that goal in mind (restoration of acute care), absolutely. What the anesthetist and the surgeons

FERRIES from page 1 routes. However, B.C Ferries notes $200 million in upgrades are required to Horseshoe Bay’s transfer decks, funding that may have to come from increased fares if further efficiencies aren’t found.

Saying an extensive

review involving community consultation would have taken place for up to two years before any decision was made, B.C Ferries president and CEO Mike Corrigan told the Optimist, prior to Stone’s surprise announcement, that

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Jen Cote of Metro Vancouver Regional Parks is shown with one of 100 Nootka rose bushes that were planted in Boundary Bay Regional Park late last month to mark the 100th anniversary of Cammidge House. The plantings were part of Metro Vancouver’s first-ever Ecoblitz, which saw work parties enhance habitat at 10 regional parks throughout the Lower Mainland.

Sex offender set to be released next Sunday Glendinning has served two-thirds of 27-month sentence BY

JESSICA KERR

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The former Tsawwassen resident convicted of sexrelated charges with minors will be released from prison later this month.

In May 2013, Jamieson Richard (Rick) Glendinning, 65, was sentenced to 27 months in prison after pleading guilty to three counts of indecent assault involving three minors — two males and a female.

The incidents took place in Delta, Surrey and during two trips to the U.S. between 1969 and 1979.

The victims ranged in age from seven to 16.

He was also charged with failing to appear in court after he failed to show up for a court appearance in the spring of 2012. He was spotted in Australia several months later, arrested and returned to the Lower Mainland.

Glendinning was denied a bid for early parole in the spring, however his statutory release date, which marks serving two-thirds of his sentence, is Nov. 16.

Glendinning’s release comes with a number of conditions, including no direct or indirect contact

with the victims or any member of the victims’ families without prior written permission from his parole supervisor; attending counseling; and, not to be in the presence of any children under 18 without another adult present, who knows his history and has been approved by his parole supervisor.

He is also prohibited from being around places where children under 18 are likely to congregate, unless accompanied by an approved adult; and he is prohibited from accessing pornography or sexually explicit material.

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Golfers assist woman being followed on dike

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: Tsawwassen • Oct. 27, 7:28 a.m., 3rd Avenue and 67th Street: Police located a suspicious vehicle reported in the area.

All persons involved indicated they were collecting cans and vehicle was full of cans. All parties were cooperative with police and left the area.

• Oct. 28, 2:46 p.m., Tsawwassen Drive and Highway 17: During a routine vehicle stop police found the driver was to be served with a notice prohibiting him from driving. The officer identified the driver via his photo on his driver’s licence and he was served with a four-month prohibition notice. The driver’s licence was seized and the driver was given a temporary licence allowing him to get home.

• Oct. 30, 12:51 p.m., 1st Avenue: Complainant reported she had provided her credit card information and SIN number in response to two emails requesting this information in order for her to receive a tax refund. Subsequently she found the requests to be fraudulent and in the meantime the suspects had made cash transfers and store

purchases for approximately $10,000. Incident still under investigation.

• Nov. 1, 1 a.m., 17A Avenue and Beach Grove Road: Police were called to the area and met with an intoxicated female whose boyfriend had called police to report fireworks being fired at them and their pumpkin blown up with a firecracker. Police confirmed the incident had occurred but the suspects were gone on arrival.

Complainants refused to give police any personal information.

• Nov. 1, 1 a.m., 1100block of 56th Street: Two youth reported they were behind the local supermarket when three males threatened them. The suspects pushed the youth around and demanded money. One of the complainants turned over his change and both of the boys ran to the front of the building where they were picked up by their parents before reporting it to police. Area patrol proved negative.

• Nov. 1, 4:38 a.m., 1500-block of 56th Street: Complainant reported he left his bike outside a business and observed a male get out of a taxi and attempt to steal the bike. The complainant tackled the male and then was attacked by another suspect who was armed with a knife. No injuries. Police to examine video surveillance from business and taxi company to identify the suspects.

Ladner • Oct. 28, 5:56 p.m., 4400-block of 72nd Street:

Staff member reported a suspect in the business who over the past three days had been wandering around, ranting and cursing at them. According to the serving staff the suspect was attempting to get a free beer by indicating he knew the owner. Police contacted the suspect and advised him he was no longer welcome at the business. The suspect was not cooperative but left at police request.

• Oct. 30, 4:15 p.m., 4300-block of 48A Street: Complainant reported she was walking her dogs on the dike when she was approached by several golfers who indicated a male wearing all black clothing was following her. The complainant indicated she was not aware she was being followed and the golfers accompanied her to her car. The complainant did not take any information from the golfers and could not identify any person who would follow her.

• Oct. 30, 5 p.m., 5500block of 48B Avenue: Complainant reported a firecracker had been put in her mailbox causing the box to explode in pieces. As this was close to Halloween, the complainant felt this was a prank and that her home was not deliberately targeted. Damage to the box and side of the house: approximately $200.

• Oct. 31, 3:04 a.m., 4700-block of Harvest Drive: B.C. Transit reported three bags left at the Ladner bus loop for over one hour.

Police recovered the bags, which were searched for safety and the items recorded. The owner can claim at police headquarters in Ladner.

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MURPHY’S LAW How much traffic can a highway, even a shiny new one, possibly handle?

I was pondering that question earlier this week after news broke that B.C. Ferries was looking to re-route all Vancouver Island-bound traffic through Tsawwassen. The idea was to shelve the Horseshoe Bay-Nanaimo run in the name of corporate efficiency, meaning an additional million-plus vehicles a year would end up on highways in these parts.

Thankfully the proposal didn’t get far as Liberal cabinet ministers, sensing a growing outrage from the public, put an end to it quickly.

Before that happened, however, a troubling school of thought began emerging, one that suggested the new South Fraser Perimeter Road is essentially fair game.

A few years back when the billiondollar highway was still in the planning stage and decisions were being made about its alignment, we were repeatedly told it was, first and foremost, a truck route. Yet now it seems to be so much more, and its existence is being used to justify a pending traffic explosion.

It was argued that access to the Tsawwassen terminal has improved with the opening of the SFPR late last year, yet it’s only convenient if you’re coming from certain locations and even then every vehicle adds to the congestion.

Should the ferry proposal have come to fruition, that additional traffic would likely have come on stream around the same time the Tsawwassen First Nation’s two mega malls open their doors. Throw in TFN’s significant industrial and residential projects, which will really start generating traffic over the next few years, as well as development in and around Tsawwassen, including the Southlands, and you’re creeping, quite literally, toward carmageddon.

The situation gets even worse if Terminal 2, which would double the number of container berths at Roberts Bank, and double the number of trucks calling on the port, receives government approval as expected.

There’s no doubt the addition of the SFPR to the region’s highway network helps in that regard, but as far as I can tell, it’s still just a four-lane road. And most of these projects will come online before they even break ground on a new bridge.

I certainly applaud B.C. Ferries’ efforts to become more cost efficient rather than simply upping fares, but re-routing traffic to Tsawwassen to help solve one problem simply creates another.

There’s no doubt the SFPR is a shiny new highway, but there’s got to be a limit to how much it can handle.

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Remembering the sacrifices has new meaning this year IAN ROBERTSON

COMMUNITY COMMENT In a few days we will time out to acknowledge Remembrance Day, as we have done each year for almost a century. Over the past decade, the day and ceremony has taken on new and more significant meaning in many of our lives.

From peacekeepers in the 1960s to 1980s, Canadian soldiers have become combat troops, sailors have intercepted pirate boats and the air force today conducts sorties in the Persian Gulf. Conflict in our lifetime has transformed from major armies in battle to insurgents and armed bands, often with regressive political agendas.

On Remembrance Day we remember Canadians who lost lives or futures by standing up to protect our freedoms and way of life. In the First World War, when Canada had 10 million people, we sent 600,000 soldiers and sailors

peace and democracy. into battle. The carnage was horIt has created a monument of rific — one in 10 killed, and in 888,246 ceramic poppies — one some situations, such as the South Saskatchewan Regiment, a casualty for every fallen Commonwealth soldier in the First World War, and rate of 95 per cent. placed them in the Since then we have moat around the added later conflicts The murders of W/O Tower of London, to what we rememlong a symbol of ber: the Second World Vincent in Quebec both oppression War, Korean Conflict, and Cpl. Cirillo in and of security.

UN duties in Eastern Ottawa in the past Sixty thousand of Europe and elsethose poppies mark where, and Canadian few weeks have Canadian lives troops in Afghanistan. brought back vivid given for freedom The murders of memories and in the “great war.”

W/O Vincent in Quebec and Cpl. concerns that peace Take a look as many millions in Cirillo in Ottawa in is a fragile concept, London have done the past few weeks never to be taken for already (http://pophave brought back vivid memories and granted, and always pies.hrp.org.uk/) As one who concerns that peace to be protected. has served in the is a fragile concept, armed forces, never to be taken for granted, and always to be protected. albeit in peacetime, I cannot help but be moved by the public demonNew to us is that the danger strations taking place today. lurks within our midst. We now In a subtle Canadian way, we enter a period of debate about how really do treasure freedom, and to protect our freedoms without when threatened, we can and do compromising them.

In England today there is a beau- respond. Let’s remember to keep tiful testimony to the remembrance cool heads in the weeks ahead as the debate over our domestic secuof the past. England, which was a rity continues. warrior nation for many centuries, Take time out — Lest We Forget. is now recognized as a model of

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November 7, 2014 The Delta Optimist A9 Letters to the Editor

Editor: I had the occasion to visit the Vancouver Landfill last week from my home in Tsawwassen.

I headed out on the new South Fraser Perimeter Road and did not see one directional sign telling me where to go as I headed east. The next thing I know I’m travelling over Highway 99 and see a cutoff on the other side of the road but

impossible to get to from my travels east.

I then turned around at 80th Street in the Tilbury area and came back, but still no signs. I turned onto Highway 99 northbound, exited in Ladner and took Highway 99 southbound until I did see a very poorly placed and worded sign which, when I got to the road split, I lucked out and found the exit for the dump.

What utter nonsense!

Landfill access was either forgotten or simply ill conceived by the geniuses that designed that very poor excuse for a highway.

Can’t something be done to at least provide some decent signage to save the public and commercial vehicles the joy of having to drive around in circles to find the landfill?

Ian Taylor

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We have seen patients sent home early to free up beds, and unacceptably long waits at transition centres, where patients remain in limbo for weeks before being admitted to a long-term care facility.

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TFN makes history by hosting trustee candidates Editor: Many thanks to Tsawwassen First Nation for hosting the all-candidates meeting for Delta school board last Monday evening.

Why at TFN? Did you know the Delta school board remains the only local governance which Delta and TFN residents share jurisdiction? This is good news for building new

and better relationships between Delta and TFN to benefit local students and our communities, now and in the future.

It is also good news that history was made on Monday when for the first time TFN hosted a local school board candidates meeting. In addition, it may be the first time that an aboriginal candidate, Rhiannon Bennett, is on the

ballot for school board.

It was an honour for all who attended, Delta and TFN residents alike.

Thank you to Tsawwassen elder Ruth Adams for her warm welcome and blessing and to the 16 excellent school board candidates who presented their ideas and answered questions posed by the audience.

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Thirteen school trustee candidates answered questions Wednesday evening in North Delta. helping the district move forward even though they’re sometimes challenged by budgetary issues. Brad Sherwin said having a bold vision is fine, but hard, deliverable benchmarks should be set and achieved, while incumbent Nick Kanakos said the district’s vision ties in nicely with the B.C. Education Plan and that it’s the board’s responsibility to deliver both.

Asked for their thoughts on the new provincial education plan, Carla Qualtrough cited several positives, including individualized support.

On the role of trustees with parents, Scott Stoilen said listening to parents is a major part of what a trustee should do in order to better understand the issues.

School board hopefuls were also asked for their take on the hot button election issue in Vancouver regarding that school board rejecting a corporate funding program that could have netted up to $565,000.

Chevron’s Fuel Your School program donates $1 each time drivers buy 30 litres of fuel or more at stations in five B.C. school districts this month and Vancouver would have been one of them.

Saying there’s confusion over what it’s all about, Sherwin said the money comes from a charity set up

by Chevron. “We don’t need corporate logos in schools.

This is a charity and if it was offered to me, you’d bet I’d take it,” he said.

Bennett said she would

reject the offer, saying it only enables the government’s underfunding of schools, but Thomas said it would be enabling and is something worth considering.

Kanakos said he’s not opposed to developing partnerships as long as there’s no adverse impact on students, but Hurt said, “There’s no such thing as a free lunch,” and it would be a case of a corporation tapping into a school market.

Incumbent Donna Burke noted the district already has an administrative policy on partnerships, but proposals should be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Incumbent Val Windsor said, “I’m not prepared to turn down money but not ready to sell my soul either.”

Only about 50 people, a number that included school district staff and candidate supporters, were in attendance at the North Delta meeting. Three candidates — Dale Saip, Fabian Milat and Nic Salter — were unable to attend.

The Delta Teachers’ Association, which hosted an all-candidates forum last night in Ladner, has another one scheduled for Monday, Nov. 10 at Seaquam Secondary at 7:30 p.m.

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REAL Delta candidates for school board are boycotting all-candidates meetings hosted by the Delta Teachers’ Association.

Incumbents Dale Saip and Fabian Milat, who are running with newcomers Carla Qualtrough and Scott Stoilen, announced Wednesday they wouldn’t attend meetings held last night in Ladner and next

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School trustee hopefuls faced an array of questions as the Delta District Parent Advisory Council hosted an all-candidates forum at Seaquam Secondary

increasingly shoddy appearance of schools, noted trustees should be independent, focusing on the best interest of the students.

Saying boards must do more to hold government more accountable, Rhiannon Bennett said districts can’t just be “fighting for scraps” to ensure vulnerable students get the support they need.

Susan Fetterkind, whose platform includes students “getting back to basics” in the classroom, said boards have to take on a role of advocacy for funding change, while incumbent Laura Dixon noted a trustee’s role is to deliver high quality programs within budget constraints.

Laura Michelle Thomas suggested strategic longterm corporate partnerships could bring “bright shiny objects” for the district that it normally wouldn’t be able to afford. Corinne Atwood noted the board has a role in advocacy, but also to listen to the community, a similar view expressed by Bruce Reid, who said trustees have to respect the people who voted for them as well as district employees.

On how the district’s vision can be achieved, Dixon said teachers are devising initiatives that are

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Asked what the role of trustees should be, a question looking to gauge who would take a vocal stance against government underfunding, Phil Hurt, whose platform includes cleaning up what he believes is the

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Monday in North Delta.

They say because the teachers’ union has already endorsed five candidates, the meetings are nothing more than a forum to showcase them.

“As we see it, anyone organizing an all-candidates meeting must be impartial when creating the questions and moderating the forum,” said seven-term incumbent Saip in a press release.

“It’s all about timing. Our concern is that everyone

in the room has already been told by the DTA who to vote for, and who not to vote for. How can this possibly make for open and honest conversation?”

The DTA last week announced it would endorse Nic Slater, Rhiannon Bennett and Bruce Reid, who make up the Kids Matter Slate, as well as independents Brad Sherwin and former DTA president Val Windsor, the only incumbent to receive

endorsement. The DTA made its selections after having candidates fill out a questionnaire.

President Paul Steer told the Optimist school boards need to do more as far as advocacy and putting pressure on government for better funding.

Noting she didn’t seek DTA endorsement, incumbent Laura Dixon countered that the Delta board has been working collectively on funding issues.

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New Day Training owner Terry Day was put through his paces last weekend in an annual fundraiser at the Tsawwassen gym.

Trainers endure ‘torture’ as they raise over $2,000 for charity Delta Stroke Recovery benefits as New Day clients get to call the shots ry group, By pumping iron, pressing weights, balancing on boards and everything else that happens at a gym, a group of sweat-dripping trainers helped raise more than $2,000 for Delta Stroke Recovery last weekend.

In an event that was as much fun as it was hard work, New Day Training in Tsawwassen invited clients and others to challenge its professional trainers to work out for money, all of which went to the stroke recovery group, which has

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lost government funding for its programs.

Torture went for $4 a minute in increments of five minutes.

A year ago, New Day owner Terry Day had to pull his Dodge Ram for 100 feet along the blacktop of his parking lot. This year, he was into big-time bench pressing, skipping, lifting weights, pounding a punching bag and teaming up with others for a tug of war.

Outside, others

tug Outside, others were going flat out to win wheelchair races.

“It was a great event,” said Day, “and we were happy to open our doors and get our people involved. Fitness, as we all know, is not only essential to good health, but it can be a ton of fun.”

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Grace Boisclair is manager of Mud Bay Supply, a new store for outdoor cooking enthusiasts.

New HQ for outdoor chefs Outdoor cooking enthusiasts have a new store to check out in Delta.

Mud Bay Supply, which opened in July, is an outdoor cooking centre, says store manager Grace Boisclair.

“We carry the full line of Bradley products plus about 300 other barbecue, outdoor cooking products,” she says, adding the store is a division of Bradley Smoker.

Smoking food is easy and provides tasty results,

says Bradley Smoker media coordinator Inge Dams.

“This store’s all about having fun,” she says.

There are many options when it comes to smoking, says Boisclair, listing nuts, eggs, cheese and beer as a few examples.

“People typically think smoking is just for meat

and fish, but it’s really endless.”

The store is also looking at putting on demos and classes, ranging from sausage making and outdoor cooking to canning to knife skills.

Mud Bay Supply, open Monday to Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., is at 8380 River Rd. Visit www.facebook.com/ MudBaySupply for more.

It expects to have a website up by mid-January.

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Originally a Saskatchewan girl, Ens is visiting Canada this fall in honour of her 80th birthday.

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God’s generosity My parents lived through the atrocities of the Second World War. They were both in their teens as war was declared and, I believe that as a direct result of their growing-up years, they often saw the world as a scary and bleak place.

However, both of my parents had the amazing good fortune of living in a farming community. Each of their communities made certain to take care for everyone and no one was left behind, or went hungry. As they matured and began a life together, they became savvy at managing their resources.

At the end of each month, when funds were low, my family of five would have very creative meals, full of pasta or tinned fish. To the end of his life, my Dad never liked pasta

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At the beginning of each month, monies were allocated for food, utilities, piano lessons and church. My parents’ contribution to their church community was never questioned.

My Dad would rather eat “Kraft Dinner” than miss contributing to the ministry of his church.

My parents never saw their contributions as being particularly “generous” since they truly believed that God was the generous one in giving us the gift of life and salvation.

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Your poppy donations at work: For years, you’ve generously donated and proudly wore your poppies to show you remember. Did you ever wonder where the money goes? Although the annual poppy campaign only lasts for a couple of weeks each fall, poppy funds are hard at work all year long.

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Remembrance Day is a time to honour the brave men and women who have made sacrifices for their country.

One of those soldiers Canada will be remembering next Tuesday is reservist Cpl. Nathan Cirillo, who was shot and killed last month as he stood guard at the National War Memorial in Ottawa. The gunman, identified as Michael Zehaf-Bibeau, was later killed near the Library of Parliament after a shootout with House of Commons security staff and RCMP officers.

W/O Patrice Vincent, who had nearly a threedecade career with the Canadian Forces, lost his life just two days before.

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Maj. Rev. Jim Short, a longtime reservist with the Canadian Army, was shocked by the recent events in Ontario and Quebec.

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hit-and-run in St-Jean-surRichelieu, Que. The incidents help paint a picture that attacks that kill and create fear can happen anywhere in the world.

Maj. Rev. Jim Short, a longtime reservist with the Canadian Army, said he was shocked by the recent events in Ontario and Quebec.

“I’ve never really, up to that point considered, although it’s happened in other countries to military people, that one of us might be in danger wearing our uniform in a civilian [setting],” he said.

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“That’s pretty sad when the poor guy is standing there, doing his duty and somebody comes along and pops you,” he said. “It’s cowardly actually.”

The Ladner Legion held a ceremony at Memorial Park last month to recognize Cirillo and Vincent.

Tsawwassen veteran Lloyd Jones, who served in the Second World War with the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders, said he sincerely hopes young people realize they have to be cautious and watch what’s

going on.

Short, who was deployed to Afghanistan in 2008 and spent eight months on the front lines of the conflict, is the minister at Ladner United Church.

He said even though it’s been 100 years since the start of the First World War, a conflict that was termed the war to end all wars, there is still fighting.

Short said this is not a time for us to put up a huge wall and turn our backs on the world.

“I think it’s really important to be vigilant but not to start to live fearfully. If we start to live fearfully, we will close our hearts, then, to people in need.”

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The Delta Police Pipe Band will once again take part in the Remembrance Day parade.

In honour of those who served our Country We owe our gratitude

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Parade and ceremony in Ladner Locals can pay their respects to the men and women who have served our country at a parade and ceremony in Ladner on Remembrance Day. The parade will assemble at 10 a.m. outside the Ladner Legion at 4896 Delta St. It is scheduled to march off from the Legion at 10:20 a.m. and be in position at the cenotaph at Memorial Park by 10:45

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The singing of O Canada, a two-minute silence and wreath laying by various local groups will be part of the ceremony at

the cenotaph.

Ian Estabrooks will narrate the service and Rev. Walter G. Bayley will serve as chaplain.

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The Delta School District offers our sincere gratitude to all those who risk their lives to support our country.

Your bravery is revered and your actions are greatly appreciated.

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Donald Hings, an Order of Canada recipient, was inducted into Canada’s Telecommunications Hall of Fame in 2006.

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Message from the Mayor and Delta Council On November 11, please take time to remember those men and women in active service and veterans of past wars for their dedication and strength in fighting to protect our rights and freedoms.

Ladner’s ML Burke recalls the time she took her father to see the famous scifi film Star Wars.

“He came along because he wanted to see why I was so excited. He just shook his head. He couldn’t get it. It was like blasphemy to him,” she said.

It wasn’t real science for inventor Donald Hings (1907-2004), who was described during his 2006 induction into Canada’s Telecommunications Hall of Fame as a self-taught genius of science and engineering as well as a pioneer of wireless radio communications.

His most well-known invention is the walkie-talkie, a two-way radio device that helped the Allies during the Second World War.

Units were delivered for use on battlefields by 1943, noted Burke, who writes a column in the Optimist and is also part of the Delta Seniors Planning Team, a volunteer group that advocates for seniors and others living or working in Delta.

“That really helped the war effort. They said having that was like having a quarterback for the military,” she said.

Hings, who was born in England and moved to Canada at a young age, developed the portable twoway voice radio apparatus while working with a mining company in the late 1930s. What he called a packset would later become known as the walkie-talkie.

After returning to B.C. from Ottawa, where he was seconded by the National Research Council to help

redevelop his invention for use in battle, Hings set up shop, which was both lab and house, on Capitol Hill in Burnaby with his family.

Hings registered over 50 patents over the years.

Others began infringing on his various patents, said Burke.

His lawyer said if Hings wanted to start challenging the infringements it would take time and lots of money and asked if he would rather fight or keep inventing, said Burke.

“It was a no-brainer. He couldn’t not invent. He was just driven,” she said.

Hings received a Member of the British Empire, awarded for outstanding contributions in radio communications during the Second World War, in 1946.

He was presented with the Order of Canada in 2001.

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“Lest We Forget” ceremonies will be held at the Cenotaph in Ladner Memorial Park and at the Social Heart Plaza in North Delta.

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Legion lends support Tsaw. branch assists groups through poppy fund Royal Canadian Legion members across the country support Canada’s serving military and retired veterans, says the Tsawwassen branch’s poppy trust fund chair.

That’s an everyday occurrence, notes Al Wakarchuk.

He adds the annual poppy campaign helps Canadians remember and that’s a very important aspect of the Legion.

Wakarchuk says the Legion doesn’t sell poppies, but rather accepts donations for them.

Last year the local branch raised over $30,000 with the poppy campaign.

The donations were used to support the Legion Veteran’s Transition program at UBC (a relief and recovery program for trauma-related stress from military service), Legion service dogs for PTSD and trauma sufferers, the BCIT military skills conversion program, as well as residential assistance at the Amos Ferguson Manor Society and the George Derby Centre.

REMEMBRANCE DAY NOVEMBER 11TH The Delta Hospice Society honours those who have given their lives serving Canadians and helping people of other nations

by John McCrae, May 1915 In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky PHOTO BY

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Tsawwassen Legion members Gary J Bain (left), Lloyd Adams, Lloyd Jones and Al Wakarchuk have a chat.

The branch also supports local community organizations like the Delta Hospital Foundation, Delta Hospice Society, Little House Society, Meals on Wheels, Deltassist and others.

The branch is active in visitations, including to the hospice and hospital extended care, says past president Lloyd Jones He adds the Legion assists veterans in obtaining hearing aids and glasses.

A number of events, as well as live music, take place at the local branch.

There are meat draws Friday, Saturday and Sunday as well as darts and 8-ball. There is also an annual veterans’ dinner.

The Tsawwassen Legion has a Remembrance Day service planned for 1:30 p.m.

The branch is located at 22-1835-56th St. Call 604943-0232, email rcl289@ dccnet.com or find them on Facebook at www.facebook. com/legion.289#.

You don’t have to be a veteran to become a member of the Legion.

The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high.

If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.

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Canada’s men and women of our Armed Forces, whether they be veterans or those currently serving our country at home and abroad, need our gratitude now more than ever.

It is because of their efforts and sacrifice that we have the freedoms we cherish today.

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In grateful appreciation of those who have served. We are proud that our extended care unit is home to some of these brave veterans.

Together we make great things happen.

Museum’s new exhibit looks at life in Delta when First World War declared As war in Europe became a living reality, feelings between Delta’s British immigrants and other nationalities often bubbled over into conflicts and riots.

Underlying this conflict was a realization the best farmland was already owned and developed, and it was harder to find work in factories due to economic conditions. The biggest concern that faced people

in the economic circumstances from 1900 to 1915 was: How would people earn a living in the midst of economic and political uncertainty?

Off To War: A Spark to the Powder Keg, the Delta Museum and Archives Society’s latest exhibit, takes a look at the social conditions in Delta at the time the First World War was declared in Europe, and

how people continue to try to reconcile the impact of the war.

The exhibit will be on display in the Delta Museum’s temporary gallery from Nov. 12 to Jan. 10.

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Ladner Legion members, Delta police officers, Delta firefighters and local politicians gathered for a ceremony last month at the Memorial Park cenotaph for fallen soldiers Cpl. Nathan Cirillo and Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent. Cirillo was killed last month while on guard at the National War Memorial in Ottawa. Vincent died in a hit and run in Quebec. The ceremony included a two-minute silence, a prayer from Rev. Walter Bayley, a piper’s lament and a wreath laying.

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November 7, 2014 The Delta Optimist A27 In the Community

Haunted house at Hawthorne!

Association

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AGM November 21st, 2014 7pm

@ the Sundance Banquet Hall (east Ladner) AGM - 7 to 9pm Awards - 9 to 9:30pm Unification Celebration - 9:30 to midnight Positions for Election include:

PHOTO BY

DAVE WILLIS

Mrs. Robinson’s Grade 7 classroom at Hawthorne Elementary in Ladner was transformed into a haunted house for Halloween. Her students performed spooky skits as younger kids toured through the elaborately decorated room last Friday.

Experts to talk on managing raptors at Cammidge House presentation Delta Nature is hosting a public presentation on raptor management next week at Cammidge House in Boundary Bay Regional Park.

David Bradbeer and Gary Searing will present Managing Raptors and Wildlife at YVR Airport on Monday, Nov. 10 at 7:30

p.m. There is no cost to attend.

Learn how YVR balances aviation safety and wildlife control and how you can become involved in re-sighting trapped and released birds.

Bradbeer is the wildlife program specialist for the Vancouver Airport

Authority. He has worked with Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust, Environment Canada and Ducks Unlimited.

Searing is VYR’s longtime wildlife management specialist. He has developed wildlife management programs for airports around the world.

1 year Positions: President, (new) VP Operations, VP Field, Treasurer, VP Coaches 2 year Positions: VP Senior, VP Minor, VP Officials, Secretary Contact president@deltalacrosse.ca should you wish to put your name up for election.

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HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! Jerry Doucette and Ken Boychuk present the 6th annual Deltassist

CHRISTMAS TOY DRIVE 7 Bands and a mountain of toys Music starts at 7:00 pm

Come join us November

21st at 6:30 pm

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Members and bona fide guests welcome

Suggested entry fee - A new unwrapped toy with a value of approximately $20.00 or an equivalent cash donation.

All proceeds will be donated to benefit families in our community.

WITH LUIS GIRALDO & FRIENDS SUNDAY FROM 4PM TO 7PM

SILENT AUCTION featuring a “Jerry Doucette” custom made autographed “FURY GUITAR”.

Live bands include:

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A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR GOOD FRIEND TERRY NYLANDER FOR HIS HARD WORK & SUPPORT THROUGH ALL PAST TOY DRIVES.

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Snowbird lands in Ladner BY

DAVE WILLIS

dwillis@delta-optimist.com

S

inger Laura Gillespie will pay tribute to Canadian music star Anne Murray with an upcoming show in

Ladner.

Snowbird is set for Genesis Theatre on Saturday, Nov. 15.

The multimedia performance includes songs from throughout Murray’s career, says Gillespie.

She starts with more recent tunes and “then go back in time gradually until we get back to the very beginning with all the songs that made her a star in the first place.”

Gillespie, who, like Murray, is from Nova Scotia, says she loves all of the famous artist’s songs, adding Bidin’ My Time is probably one of her favourites to sing.

“And, of course, Snowbird.

Everybody loves that one.”

She says she loaded a box set worth of songs, about 60 or 70, onto her phone and listened to them constantly, eventually memorizing them all.

“Some of those songs I just love and we never get a chance to do.

You have to do all the hits and there’s just so many of them.”

Gillespie says her mom used to listen to Murray’s music constantly while she was growing up.

....in South Delta SUBMITTED PHOTO

Laura Gillespie will perform an Anne Murray tribute show at Genesis Theatre in Ladner next Saturday.

Gillespie, who now lives on Vancouver Island, recalls taking her mom to see Murray perform in Halifax years ago.

“That was something I just never forgot.”

Murray, who has sold millions of albums over her career, is a four-time Grammy winner and has over 20 Juno Awards to her credit. She is a member of the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame, the Juno Hall of Fame, and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.

“It’ll be a great show and a lot of fun,” Gillespie says of next Saturday’s show, which begins at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $25.50. Purchase online at bellperformingartscentre. com or call 604-507-6355.

For more on the show, visit www.snowbirdannemurraytribute. com.

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Comedy show to benefit school trip

Four comics join forces next weekend to raise money for South Park trek BY

DAVE WILLIS

dwillis@delta-optimist.com

PHOTO BY JUSTINE WARRINGTON PHOTOGRAPHY

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Comics (from left) Kyle Bottom, Ivan Decker, Billy Mitchell and Mark Tizya are coming together along with singer/guitarist Jarome Lochkrin for a fundraiser at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre next Saturday. The money raised will go towards South Park Elementary School’s 2015 Quebec trip. Tickets cost $20 each and must be purchased in advance. Tickets are available at Lucky Surf & Skate, Albany Books, or at www.billycomedy@live.com.

In the mood for some laughs?

Comics Ivan Decker, Kyle Bottom, Billy Mitchell and Mark Tizya will be performing at a fundraiser at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre next Saturday.

They’ll be joined by singer/ guitarist Jarome Lochkrin.

“It’s going to be a killer show,” says Mitchell, an experienced Tsawwassen comedian who will serve as host and emcee.

Both Decker, a former Ladner resident, and Bottom, a South Delta Secondary grad, performed with Mitchell at an event earlier this year.

“They’re both great acts,” he says.

They have both performed at Just for Laughs festivals.

Tizya, “a tremendously jolly fellow,” is a former student of Mitchell’s, who taught a stand-up comedy class in Tsawwassen a few years ago.

The upcoming comedy night is a fundraiser for a South Park Elementary’s 2015 Quebec trip.

Tickets will not be available at the door. Advance tickets are available at Lucky Surf & Skate and Albany Books, or email billycomedy@live.com.

Tickets are $20. The event is for those 19 and up.

Doors open at 7 p.m.

Showtime is 8 p.m.

A32 The Delta Optimist November 7, 2014

leisure&lifestyles travel

Poppies: The remembrance flower BY

CHRIS MCBEATH

Optimist contributor

A

s delicate as they appear, corn poppies are an enduring

flower.

Scattered randomly by the wind, their seeds flourish in freshly turned soil, often turning just-ploughed fields into unexpected seas of crimson. In the shellshocked and grave-ridden landscapes of Flanders during the First World War, those seas became oceans of sudden beauty across the morass of sodden wasteland.

That the blood-red poppy should become such a significant symbol of remembrance is thanks only in part to John McCrae’s famous poem, In Flanders Fields.

It was, in fact, an American woman, Moina Michael, who responded to McCrae’s clarion call to keep the faith; she conceived the poppy movement. Ironically, poppies never caught on in the

United States, but like the seed the idea scattered and took hold overseas.

First in war-torn France where Madam Guerin started to hand-make poppies to raise money for war orphans and destitute women, and then to the British Foreign Legion, which adopted, evolved and have now mentored the concept for almost 100 years.

Nowhere is this better seen than at the Menin Gate Memorial in Ypres, Belgium, where every night you can participate in, or simply witness, The Last Call ceremony, one of the most poignant daily acts of remembrance.

Ypres witnessed some of the Great War’s bloodiest battles and was razed to rubble twice. Its rebuild, however, was so carefully executed the authenticity of its historic charm belies that truth.

Located at the city gate nearest to the Front, the Menin Gate Memorial is a barrel-vaulted mausoleum

SCAN WITH TO REVEAL PHOTOS PHOTO BY CHRIS MCBEATH

The Canadian War Memorial amid the trees, St. Julien, Flanders.

where the names of 54,986 Commonwealth soldiers whose bodies were never found are etched into the marble walls.

The names of the remaining 34,984 missing are remembered at Tynecote Cemetery, although in both cases those lists are con-

stantly changing.

Even today, human remains continue to be unearthed. Each receives a proper burial in one of the region’s many war cemeteries of the various nations that fought during 19141918. If the remains can be identified, the relevant name is removed from the Menin Gate walls and from Tynecote.

In Ypres, poppies proliferate year round — woven into wreaths, crosses and bouquets of gratitude that are placed beneath the gate’s triumphant arch and in its rooftop garden.

Here, every night, bugles sound out the Last Post.

Here, the act of remembrance is honoured by anyone who wishes, either as onlooker or participant, and is where veterans and children alike lay wreaths for fallen comrades, the infirm, family members, causes and charities.

It is a generosity of spirit that makes the Last Post such a moving and personal

experience.

Although attendance dwindled as veterans died, McCrae’s words have touched the hearts of younger generations. What attracted only a handful of people a decade ago has grown to include more than a hundred almost every day come snow, sleet and rain.

And at 11 a.m. on Remembrance Day, the crowds swell to crush capacity and usually include members of the British and Belgium royal families.

Nov. 11 is the only time when poppies fall from the gate’s vaulted ceiling in their thousands, commemorating the more than 10 million military personnel who died during what is widely considered the deadliest conflict in human history.

Travel Writers’ Tales is an independent travel article syndicate that offers professionally written travel articles to newspaper editors and publishers. To check out more, visit www. travelwriterstales.com.

Eleven years ago, Matthew dreaded halls like this because of bullies.

TODAY, MATTHEW WALKED DOWN THE HALL.

It’s easy to take for granted the ordinary things in our lives. But for many children, something as ordinary as feeling safe at school is impossible.

You can make it possible.

Help kids be all they can be.

Please give.

Meet Matthew. uwlm.ca/Matthew

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HOW TO BE A LONER IN VICTORIA, B.C.

Planning a weekend getaway for one? Find out where to stay, what to eat and how to explore Victoria solo.

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BLING, BLOSSOMS & BLUSH-WORTHY LINGERIE

It’s getting fancy in the VIP Room with a $500 Calvin Klein watch, a $100 Divine Vines and a $250 Blush Lingerie gift certificate to give away.

PHOTO BY JOHN R. OSTAF

John R. Ostaf has an opening reception for his exhibition of photographic visual art next Thursday evening at the Ladner Pioneer Library.

The VIP Room costs less than $5 per month. Join now! www.vitamindaily.com/vip-room

Local photographer debuts works in Ladner

Tsawwassen’s John R. Ostaf presents 14 pieces of photographic visual art in his inaugural exhibition, SCAPE, now on display at the Ladner Pioneer Library.

The largest measures five feet in length.

He will introduce three portfolios — OceanScape, SaragassoScape and MemoryScape of Boundary Bay — at an opening reception on Thursday, Nov. 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Rather than simply presenting pictures captured by the camera, Ostaf alters content, colours, format and any other aspect of each image to enhance its moment in time. His intention is to retain the story or memory of the original image with this creativity so as to enhance the potential memory that was visualized.

VIP ROOM

WE TALK TO COCO ROCHA

Self-taught, Ostaf has acquired creative insight from dozens of professionals during the past six years, gaining substantial experience and awards. He began as a high school photographer, casually using a film camera during his business career before moving on to a full-frame digital Nikon camera.

His landscapes tend to encompass the viewers’ past, present and future thoughts by visualizing their own presence within the selected artwork. His creativity has led to this exclusive showing of artistic images to create memories and future value of the images to those who value what the art may provide to their personal vision.

The exhibition will continue daily until Dec. 31. Call 604-946-6215 for hours.

At the grand opening of large and in charge Sephora on Robson Street, we asked Richmond native and super model Coco Rocha all the tough questions.

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Nearly 500 runners gathered at Centennial Beach for the Fourth Annual McDonalds Boundary Bay Marathon. The event featured four distances — marathon, half marathon, 10 km, 5 km — and sent participants on an outback course, along the Boundary Bay Dyke Trail.

Tristan Simpson (above) won the marathon in a time of 2:55:46.3, finishing 40 seconds ahead of runner-up Ivo Rytir. Yanna Debelic captured the women’s race (3:26.43.8), while Marla Zucht finished second (3:30.07.7). The rest of the winners included: Half Marathon — Ryan Carl (1:18.12.8) and Vanessa Woznow (1:32.35.7). 10 km — Patrick Jones (38.17.5) and Kelli Husband (47.14.5). 5 km — Mark Pinckard (18.33.1) and Courtney McEwan (19.52.7).

Sun Devils return to field hockey provincials BY

MARK BOOTH

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South Delta Sun Devils head to next week’s B.C. AAA Field Hockey Championships in West Vancouver having made major strides over the past six weeks.

Coming off a provincial silver a year ago, the Sun Devils’ roster went through a major overhaul with eight key players having graduated. Longtime head coach Neil McLennan had his work cut out for him, trying to get his inexperienced team up to speed to contend

with B.C.’s top programs.

South Delta played in three tournaments over consecutive weekends and capped the hectic run with a fifth place finish at the prestigious Bridgman Cup in Victoria. The girls then came close to defending their title at the Fraser Valley Championships, falling 3-0 last week to a talented squad from Heritage Woods secondary.

“I’m really pleased at how far we have advanced as a team,” said McLennan. “There are so many aspects of our game that have improved over the past month or

so. Our defence is stronger, and we pass and move much more effectively.

“As I mentioned to the girls (after the Valley final), sportsmanship requires us to play our most inspired hockey against very good teams, with good umpires at a good facility. Given those conditions, then if we play our potential, we can always celebrate that no matter the out come of the game.

Our effort was exemplary from our key players as well as those off the bench. The girls had nothing to hang their heads about.”

The Valley championship game was scoreless at the half with South Delta being denied an excellent chance in the 20th minute on a terrific sliding save by the Heritage Woods goalie. The Port Moody school struck for a pair of goals in a five minute span to take control.

The Devils pressed right until the final whistle, even generating a couple of late penalty corners but to no avail.

The 16-team provincial tournament starts on Wednesday and concludes Friday.

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A near five month journey culminated in over 60 Run Inn clinic members entering the Vancouver Rock N’ Roll 10 KM Run and Half Marathon.

The extremely popular racing series south of the border was making its debut in Canada and was an ideal event for the Run Inn members to get a taste of a competitive environment.

Their 19-week program took place on Saturday mornings as runners/ walkers were scattered throughout the streets of Tsawwassen — completing their weekly workout and slowly achieving longer and longer distances.

The hard work resulted in 15 members entering the 10 km segment of the race and 35 more participating in the half marathon. More than 10 achieved personal best times.

Leading the contingent was Courtney McEwan who was the first female to cross the finish line in the 10 km race in an astounding time of 39 minutes and 57 seconds.

Don MacDonald achieved a time of 41.03, good enough for second place in his age group. Both were amazing achievements in races that exceeded 11,000 entries.

The Run Inn is gearing up for the start of its next clinic Jan. 3 which leads up to the Vancouver BMO Half Marathon. For more information visit www.runinn.com or call 604-9434661.

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After 19 weeks of training with a Run Inn clinic, Courtney McEwan captured the women’s 10 km race at the recent Vancouver Rock N‘ Roll 10 KM Run and Half Marathon.

She crossed the finish line in a time of 39:57.

Ladner goalkeeper named to conference all-academic team Mike Warn sets new shutout record at South Carolina school

Michael Warn is thriving on and off the field at Francis Marion University in South Carolina.

Not only has the Ladner goalkeeper backstopped the Patriots men’s soccer team to an impressive 12-3-2 record, he has been recognized for his work in the classroom.

The Delta secondary graduate has been named to the 2014 Capital One Academic All-District III Men’s Soccer Team for NCAA Division II. Warn has compiled a 3.71 grade point average as a biology major. As a first-team selection for the Capitol One squad, he becomes eligible to earn Academic All-American honours, with voting to be done in the near future.

Mike The sophomore was selected to the Peach Belt Conference Presidential Honour Roll for 2014, and has been picked for the FMU Swamp Fox Athletic-Academic Honour Roll each of his first two semesters. He is also a member of ATO fraternity and serves on Francis Marion’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).

On the field, Warn posted a new school record with his ninth shutout of the season

as the Patriots advanced to the conference semi-finals with a 2-0 win Tuesday over the University of Montevallo.

The reigning conference goalkeeper of the week, posted six saves, the most difficult of which was on a curling 11-yard shot by Alex Morton in the 31st minute.

Warn has played every minute in goal this season and owns a 1.01 goals against average. He has registered 53saves and a .746 save percentage. He ranks first in the conference in wins and shutouts. Twice he has earned the PBC goalkeeper of the week award.

To be eligible for the Capital One Academic program, a student-athlete must be a starter or key reserve, maintain a cumulative grade Warn point average of 3.30 on a scale of 4.00, and have reached sophomore athletic and academic standings.

Warn was the lone Canadian born player to earn academic conference team honours although he was hardly the only international player. The team consisted of: four players from the United Kingdom; two each from Brazil and Germany; while Serbia and New Zealand nationals rounded out the selections.

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• Open the front door to an open concept living room with a cozy f/p, vaulted ceiling, dining area with sunny patio • Bright kitchen and eating area.

• Master bdrm on upper floor with VIEWS of the mountains from private deck.

• 2 More bedrooms on lower floor- both very large! Recent updates include tile, laminate flooring, bathroom upgrades, counter tops and fixtures.

• Vinyl sided building - decks 2009. Parking stall #34. Low main fees!

• Pets OK - no rentals

#9-4825 Elliott St.

OCEAN VIEWS

$875,000

• Over 10,000 sqft lot

• Floor to ceiling windows in living and dining rooms • Four bedrooms + den and games • Private WEST exposed yard

RANCHER! RANCHER!

• Welcome to your dream home!

• Over $140,000 in upgrades! This rancher will delight your buyers • Warm ‘Ash’ engineered wood flooring, new kitchen (white raised panel cupboards, silestone quartz counter tops, Maytag appliances), new fixtures, paint, fireplace • Main bath has 6ft soaker tub, glass sink, quartz counter top.

• Master bedroom is over sized with doors to private backyard & hot tub gazebo • 3 piece ensuite (glass sink, quartz counter top seamless glass shower).

• Lower level has 3rd bedroom!

WATCH THE SUNSETS • SUNNINGDALE ESTATES! A Ladner favourite!

• Lovely 2 bedroom/ 2 bath west-exposed home • Located in the heart of town.

• Newer laminate flooring in living and dining areas

• Large workshop/storage shed

• Very functional layout

• Sparkling pool with entertainers deck!

• Comfortable master complete with two closets and

• Best value for a VIEW property!

• Steps to Diefenbaker Park!!!

251 55th St.

DESPERATELY SEEKING....

$724,000

$285,000

House with large garage/shop in Ladner/Tsawwassen

air-conditioning.

• Walk to all amenities.

#313-4768 53rd St.

SOLD 5 BEDROOMS

$738,000

• Spacious 5 bedroom home in the desirable Holly School area!

• This immaculate home offers 2825 sqft of living space, formal living/dining room, kitchen with stainless steel appliances • Large family room with easy access to private yard.

• Main floor bedroom/office with adjacent 3 piece bathroom.

• Upper floor features 4 large bedrooms, 4 piece bath for guests too.

• Recent roof, garage door, fencing & paint.

• Sunny yard with large patio & garden shed.

6195 48A Ave

5224 6th Ave

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

5130 Wallace

4905 Galbraith

#5-6280 48A Ave

www.deltahomes.ca • www.ladnerrealestate.ca

A44 The Delta Optimist November 7, 2014 visit

colleenalmrud.com to view all my listings

Colleen ALMRUD

mobile: 778.688.5972 main: 604.943.8080 sold@colleenalmrud.com

inspired to move you

tmatson@eastlink.ca

NEW LISTING

THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING? I PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL HELP.

OPEN SAT&SUN 2-4

#402 1363 56 ST., TSAWWASSEN

$349,000

PENTHOUSE OVERLOOKING LAGOONS AT WINDSOR WOODS! This beautifully RENOVATED 2 bedroom condo with a private deck off the living room is in the centre of Tsawwassen - great location and “move in ready”! Check it out on Saturday or Sunday!!!

WANTED!!! Ranchers AND 4 - 5 bedroom homes in Central Tsawwassen or Pebble Hill.

I have buyers - call me if you are thinking of selling!!!

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

Pat Tate

A class act and a thoroughly qualified professional

jane@janemeadows.com www.janemeadows.com

NEW LISTING

$310,000

409 English Bluff, Tsawwassen The ultimate in privacy & exclusivity situated perfectly on the Bluff with ocean views.

This uniquely architecturally designed home with stone facade sprawls over 6600 sq. ft. – 5 bedrooms & 5 bathrooms. Fully gated with high end security system. Outdoor living space includes resort style living with custom stone pool, waterfall, tiki torches, gas fireplace, hot tub. 7 car garage & 2 car garage. Visit colleenalmrud.com for floor plan, virtual tour & extensive photo package. $3,129,000

WESTCOAST

604.943.8047

patriciaatate@dccnet.com

EN OP 2-4PM N. SU

#216-5860 DOVER CRESCENT • Updated 1-Bedroom Condo located on the Dyke in Richmond •Pets & Rentals Allowed Jane Meadows 604-943-8080

www.pattate.com

#414 – 1350 View Cr, Tsawwassen

Lovely and bright with views of the golf course this end unit has been totally renovated. New carpets, Hardwood floors, fresh paint, and stainless steel appliances. 2 new bathrooms. Spacious unit with 2 bedrooms plus den. Centrally located – walk to shopping, library, medical clinics, and transportation.

$419,900

$435,000 $450,000

#202-5555 13A AVENUE

•Lovely Bright Corner Unit, largest unit in “The Compton”.

•Approximately 1500 sq.ft. of Living Space.

•Views of the Water Lagoon on 2 sides.

•2 Underground Parking Stalls, 2 Storage Areas.

•Extra Large Patio.

•A Must See!

★

Jane Meadows 604-943-8080

$339,000

#208-1300 HUNTER ROAD •This western exposed unit is in the Heart of Tsawwassen Village.

•A lovely 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath that shows like new.

•Possession availabe immediately!!

•Lots of updates and freshly painted.

Jane Meadows 604-943-8080

• BUYING OR SELLING REAL ESTATE, CALL JANE 604-946-8000 Progroup 5360 12th Ave. www.janemeadows.com

Come to the Open or Call to view Pat Tate 604-943-8047

• ESTATES SALES ie: Probate, P.O.A’s • RELOCATION SPECIALIST • 22 YEARS IN REAL ESTATE

EN OP 2-4PM N. SU

1139 Fairway Views Wd, Tsawwassen

Very Motivated sellers have moved and will look at all offers! Centrally located end unit townhouse. Some updates in kitchen, fireplace, and flooring by long time owners.

Very private west facing patio and garden complete with babbling brook. Gas barbecue connection. Three bedrooms plus loft family room on upper floors. This complex has an indoor pool, recreation centre and hot tub/ swirlpool. Short walk to city center, shops, transportation, doctors, and library plus golf course and dyke. Try your offer!

$489,800

Call to view Pat Tate 604-943-8047

patriciaatate@dccnet.com or call 604-943-8047

November 7, 2014 The Delta Optimist A45

HO ON M L ES Y RE 12 M AI N

Choose from a great selection of homes – starting from just $499,900 Home Type

Size

Bedrooms

Plan A – The Mayne

1720 SF

3 Bed + Den / 2½ Bath (Master on Main Floor)

$

585,900 – $679,900

Plan A2 – The Mayne

1900 SF

4 Bed + Den / 2½ Bath (Master on Main Floor)

$

589,900 – $689,900

Plan B – The Salt Spring

1865 SF

2 Bed + Den / 2½ Bath

$

589,900 – $689,900

Plan B2 – The Salt Spring

1865 SF

3 Bed + Den / 2½ Bath

$

589,900 – $689,900

Plan C – The Galiano

1905 SF

2 Bed + Den / 2½ Bath

$

589,900 – $689,900

Plan D – The Pender

1225 SF

2 Bed / 2 Bath (Rancher)

$

499,900 – $639,900

Price Range

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• Spacious, 1 bedroom layout • Vaulted ceilings in living room • Walk to everywhere!

• Top floor in well maintained complex • Pet friendly

PERFECT GROUND LEVEL UNIT NE

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• Quiet outlook with peaceful patio • Well designed plan incl master bdrm w/custom closet • 1 parking stall and locker included • Walk to everything in town from this superb location

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#410 1369 56th, St, Tsawwassen

#119 5518 14th Ave., Tsawwassen

$239,900

$245,000

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TOP FLOOR UNIT FACING QUIET COURTYARD! NE

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#303 6363 121st St, Surrey

#213-4889 53rd, Ladner

$259,900

$264,900

• Modern finishes incl/ laminate floors, quartz counters • West-facing sunny exposure overlooking the courtyard • 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms • Pet friendly, state of the art gym

TOP FLOOR PENTHOUSE IN PILLARS COMPLEX

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

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#13-1702 56th St., Tsawwassen

$289,900

$294,900 UNOBSTRUCTED OCEAN VIEWS

• Waterfront at Tsatsu Shores • 2 bedroom & 2 full bath • Full views of the pacific ocean and Gulf Islands • Huge covered deck

C204 4831 53rd St., Ladner

#213 1120 Tsatsu Shores, Tsawwassen

$299,900

$373,900

STUNNING 1 YEAR OLD UNIT! NE

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9 yrs of Prestige RE/MAX Western Canada Awards

PANORAMIC VIEWS AT THE OLIVA!

• Shows like new with beautiful finishes • Convenient, central location allows you to walk everywhere • 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, Over 1,300 sf • Pet and rental friendly

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

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#303 14885 60th Ave, Surrey

#311 1315 56th St., Tsawwassen

$359,000

$365,000

NO UNIT DIRECTLY ABOVE STUNNING RIVER WEST N

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

#411 15388 101st Ave, Surrey

• 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

(2010, 2011, 2012, 2013)

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

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FACING THE QUIET COURTYARD

* South Delta’s #1 Real Estate Agent.

dipl. in Marketing Commercial and Residential Real Estate British Columbia Ins. of Tech.

• Fully rainscreened complex • New carpets and lino • New paint • New high-end appliances • Large ultra-private balcony • Pet friendly

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GORGEOUS TOP FLOOR UNIT AT THE ESCADA

Top 5% of all REALTORS® in Greater Vancouver in 2006, 2007, 2008

UPDATED 2 BEDROOM UNIT

• 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom design, 1,078 sf • 2 storage lockers, 2 parking stalls • Insuite laundry • Close to many amenities, walk everywhere • Pet friendly

• 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 #109 4733 River Rd., Ladner

$389,900

MARINA VIEWS NE

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• 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. #303 4753 River Road, Ladner

$419,900

#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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• Newer building close to all amenities • Right beside Canada Line • 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom plan • Luxurious finishings and over 900 sqft!

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

#507 6068 No 3 Rd., Richmond

$508,800

$475,000 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

UPDATED RANCHER WITH BIG, SUNNY LOT

#3 4780 55B Street, 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

$519,900

$519,900

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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 #514 555 Abbott St, Vancouver

$525,000

$529,900

• 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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SPECTACULAR PENTHOUSE AT THE RIVER HOUSE! NE

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• Stunning river views from almost every room • Gourmet chef’s kitchen w/Wolf Range, Asko DW & more!

• Bonus loft on second level • Vaulted ceilings throughout • 2 parking spaces, pet friendly building

#302 1140 55 St., Tsawwassen

#310 6263 River Rd., Ladner

$529,900

$599,900

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

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN THE HEART OF LADNER

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

4564 Arthur Drive, Ladner

4755 51st St., Ladner

$619,900

$629,900

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

DETACHED HOME FOR A GREAT PRICE!

• 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

CLEAN AS A WHISTLE

G TIN LIS

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

• Complex sits on a quiet inside street

• 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 4708 Ashbury Pl., Ladner

$659,900

personal real estate corporation

BETTER ACT QUICKLY!

IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN RICHMOND!

fraser elliott

November 7, 2014 The Delta Optimist A47

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

5103 Galway Dr, Tsawwassen

$679,900

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

personal real estate corporation

fraser elliott

A48 The Delta Optimist November 7, 2014

FABULOUS CUL-DE-SAC FAMILY HOME 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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$699,900

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4569 62nd St., Ladner

$729,900 • Very clean, 5 bed, 3 bath home • Quality construction by local builder • Hardwood floors, large kitchen, infloor heat • Close to schools, parks, golf course

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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.

• 2,200 sq. ft.

• Sunny & south-exposed 5,694 sq. ft. lot • Updated with a metal roof and newer carpets • Master bedrrom with ensuite and walk-in closet • Formal living and dining areas • Bonus: 2 more bedrooms upstairs for guests 6299 Crescent Pl., Ladner

• 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

®

RANCHER YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR!

1067 Wilmington Dr., Tsawwassen

EXTENSIVELY UPDATED IN HOLLY!

(2010, 2011, 2012, 2013)

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

$688,000

BEAUTIFULLY KEPT MARINA GARDENS HOME

* South Delta’s #1 Real Estate Agent.

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1425 Windsor Cr., Tsawwassen

• 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)

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• 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.

5336 Chamberlayne., Ladner

OWNED BY THE ORIGINAL BUILDER’S FAMILY TIN LIS

LARGE 3,000+ SF HOME WITH A POOL!

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

4690 53rd St., Ladner

$799,900

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

5620 Admiral Blvd., Ladner

5859 Fairwynd., Ladner

$839,900

$849,900

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!

5342 11A Avenue, Tsawwassen

$888,000 VICTORY SOUTH STUNNER!

• Gorgeous executive design with 4 bedrooms upstairs • 2006 built w/custom luxury finishings throughout • Quiet Victory South location in West Ladner • Sunny west-facing yard • Balance of 10 year warranty remaining 5375 Wellburn Dr., Ladner

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$899,900

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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4712 Stahaken Pl., Tsawwassen

$889,900 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

#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

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! 4553 Savoy St., Ladner

• 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

$958,800

$959,900

STUNNING HOME IN BEACH GROVE!

• 7 year young • 2,639 sq. ft executive home • Master bedroom on main floor • 4 bedrooms, (2 masters) • Top quality finishings, stainless steel appliances, granite, hardwood, crown moulding • Balcony off 2nd floor overlooking garden 1617 Duncan Dr., Tsawwassen

FABULOUS RANCHER ON LARGE 10,300 SF LOT! W NE

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• 2,743 sf u-shaped rancher w/4 bedrooms & 3 baths • South facing backyard with mature trees and garden areas • Quiet “Village” location • Double wide garage • Newer roof, windows, appliances, Navien hot water on demand system, air exchange unit and more!

1175 Skana Dr., Tsawwassen

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$989,900

$998,000

THE “TERRACE” WITH A VIEW!

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EXCEPTIONAL GOLF COURSE VIEWS

• 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

• 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 5887 Cove Link Rd., Ladner

$1,038,000

$1,038,800

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

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STUNNING CUSTOM HOME

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

• This home has everything you can imagine in luxury living

• 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

5880 Cove Reach Rd., Ladner

4632 55B St., Ladner

$1,168,800

$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

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• 4,500 sq. ft.

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

5382 Crescent Dr., Ladner

558 English Bluff Road, Tsawwassen

$1,758,888

$1,998,000

CONTEMPORARY STUNNER!

• Custom built • High quality finishing • 5 bedroom home with basement • 11ft ceiling combining kitchen, dining & living

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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 • Build to suit options available • Call for full information package

737 Glenwood Drive, Tsawwassen

4273 River road W., Ladner

$1,998,000

$2,200,000

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

604.728.2845

personal real estate corporation

GORGEOUS NEW HOMES IN PORT GUICHON!

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*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 November 7, 2014

#1 IN SOUTH DELTA!

*

2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014.

#2 RANKING TEAM in the ENTIRE Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board for 2014* (Over 10,000 agents total)

#1 in South Delta in Total Sales* #1 in South Delta in Total Dollar Volume* #2 in the Entire Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board (Over 10,000 agents total)*

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

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

REBGV MLS Stats as of November 5, 2014.

This representation baed on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board *Stats as of November 5, 2014

604.728.2845

www.fraserelliott.com

Fraser Elliott Personal Real Estate Corporation / RE/MAX Progroup Realty 5360 12th Avenue, Delta, BC. V4M 2B3

November 7, 2014 The Delta Optimist A51

Here are just some of our many testimonials we've received from our recent clients.

Over the past few months I have had the pleasure of dealing with the Fraser Elliott Group.

My mother's condo had been on the market for 18 months with two separate realtors. We had taken the suggestions of the last realtor and had the place completely painted with a neutral pallet but alas, it sat empty for the next few months with only a couple of showings. I had hesitated in calling Fraser Elliott Group because in all honesty, they had so many listings and I didn't think they would pay much attention to mom's condo. I finally made the decision to call them and was pleasantly surprised. Their professionalism, track record and assurance that mom's condo was just as important as any listing they had as well as their explanation of their unique marketing strategies made me choose them with confidence. Inside of a week we accepted an offer on the condo, fairly close to list price (which was the same price as the previous realtor had listed it). Unfortunately before subjects were removed, the deal fell through however, Fraser Elliott Group had another offer quickly and the condo sold close to list price. The condo was basically sold in just over a month with this group in a market where condo sales were fairly flat. Shortly after that, we decided to sell our family home. There was a lot of sentiment involved in the decision as it is the home my father built. in 1968 with pride and love. We bought the home from my mom 15 years ago after my dad passed away and happily raised our children there. When Fraser and Garrett came to see us I expressed that I did not want to sell to someone who was going to tear it down and it was important that the people who buy the house loves it as much as we have.

They didn't make me feel silly, in fact I believe they empathized with how I must be feeling.

The interest was overwhelming once listed. The drive by's and showings were numerous and the house sold within 6 days to the perfect young couple who look at the home as theirs for the next 40 years. Presently my daughter is using Fraser Elliott Groups buyers agent Jennifer to help her find an apartment. She has been wonderful and patient with our daughter who is a first time buyer.

I've been involved all the way on the side lines and Jennifer could have easily deferred to me a number of times, but is dealing directly with our daughter teaching and walking her through this monumental step in her life. Fraser Elliott's team has been so professional, patient and understanding. They've explained who they are, how they market and walked us through every stage giving us sound advice every step of the way. They provided a consult with a stager for hints to make the house look better for pictures and showings; there was plenty of notice given for showings; the photographer was professional and quick with an awesome results; the person that came in to take accurate measurements of house and property was efficient and fast. Its no wonder the Fraser Elliott Group is #3 in the world.

The team is so professional and so on the ball.

They take all of your comments and concerns to heart , offer sound, fair advice and definitely do the best for their client. I highly recommend their services. In my opinion and having dealt with a number of realtors recently, they are the best out there.

- Janelle Clegg

Our home had been on the market for two years with little success when we resolved to contact Fraser Elliot and his group in order to market the property. What attracted us initially and what we wanted to take advantage of, was Fraser's high profile and his extensive and comprehensive marketing plan. What we didn’t expect was was the quality of the professionals in his group that handled all aspects of marketing and sale.

The service they delivered was thorough, timely and effective. Above all, the service felt personal. Our home was SOLD within two months of listing at a price point we were very comfortable with. Perfect!

- Peter Woeste We had excellent service from the Fraser Elliott team with our recent house sale. We would particularly like to recognize the expertise and advice provided by the team as well as the effective advertising. Thank you!

- John Higenbottam Our experience working with the Fraser Elliott group on the sale of our home, was great. We really liked the team approach that they provided.

Always someone at the office to answer your email or show your house. The showings were by appointment rather than open house which we really liked. We also really appreciated Kash (a stager) that they provided free of charge, to help us get the home ready for photos and staging. I’m not sure we would have thought of that ourselves and it really helped. We had extra furniture to move and the free loaner moving truck provided came in handy when moving it to a storage unit. The team of Garrett, Amber and Rachel who primarily showed our home were all great to deal with, friendly and personable, and the feedback they gave us after viewings, kept us positive. There were weekly updates and it really felt that the team was doing everything they could, to ensure our house got the exposure needed and the right buyer was found. Thank you to every member of the Fraser Elliott Group!!

- Rosalind Cleroux This is how efficient the Fraser Elliott team is… some kids took our for sale sign as a prank and put down the street. Fraser’s team had it back in its spot before we even knew it was gone! This is the second time we have used Fraser Elliott to sell our home and we cannot say enough about how professional and efficient he and his team are!!

From our first meeting where Fraser and Garrett spent three hours discussing the upcoming sale to having the sold sign on two weeks later… they are awesome!! The first time we used Fraser to sell our home it was done in a day!!! Now as we look to buy another home we are working with one of his team again!! We would recommend him to our friends and family in a minute!! Thanks so much to all of you for your hard working in getting the job done!!

- Sandra and Philippe

The Fraser Elliott Team, l'd like to take this opportunity to extend my gratitude to you and your entire staff on what l consider to be an outstanding job on the sale of my condo. From our first meeting you told me that you would treat the sale of my condo the same way you would handle selling a $3 million home. You and your team stood by your word and did exactly that.

I couldn't be happier! With the extremely tight window time you and your team was working with you made it all fit together. An outstanding performance by you all and my thanks and gratitude for all your hard work. I feel privileged to have met and worked together with such a congenial group as yourselves and will pass my positive recommendations on the appropriate people. Thanks again for the outstanding effort you all put in for me. Sincerely,

Thank you for your excellent service. We really appreciate all your team’s efforts on the house photos and staging.We felt your team was so professional throughout the showing. We will highly recommend Fraser to everybody we know.

Thank you again.

- Dave Ennis

Fraser’s team are experts in their field. I was blown away by their level of communication with me, I couldn’t believe they were at every showing and giving me feedback on how it went. I could tell right away that Fraser heavily invests in selling your product, from advertising material, videos, photography, facebook, newspapers, web presence and he even sent a complimentary stager to re-arrange my home to maximise our selling potential. I don’t know why you wouldn’t use Fraser Elliott to sell your home.

It used to be that to sell a house you engaged a Realtor to provide an MLS listing and hope for a sale. Fraser Elliott with his team at the Fraser Elliott Group have completely changed the role of the Realtor in South Delta. From the first meeting to discuss a potential listing through to the removal of subjects you knew someone was in control and driving the sale, at no time did we feel we were in a wait and see what happens relationship. Whether you are looking to sell your home or buy a new home, we would strongly recommend the Fraser Elliott Group.

- Steve and Julie Knight From past real estate experience we firmly believe that dealing with a high profile realtor who is supported by a team of experts is the way to sell a home. Hence, when we decided to sell our Ladner home a call to Fraser Elliott was the logical first move.Our experience with Fraser and his group exceeded all our expectations. Firstly, the marketing done by Fraser Elliott is targeted to a larger and better defined audience than that of other local realtors .The professionalism and communication skill of the entire group is exceptional Our main contact was Garrett Chu who kept us constantly informed of any new developments. The team approach, with backup in the office made all aspects of the sale seamless.We would not hesitate to recommend Fraser Elliott to our friends and acquaintances.

- John and Shirley Jaye We are so happy with the job that the Fraser Elliot team did for us. They helped us with selling our current home and finding our new home.

Jennifer and Garrett have tons of experience and are extremely professional agents. We liked the extras that came with Fraser Elliot. The team approach meant we never needed to wait to talk to someone if we had a question. The free consultation with an interior designer/stager was a nice touch. Our house sold in no time and we found our dream home!

- Leeann K. and Brian T.

-T&M We had excellent service from the Fraser Elliott team with our recent house sale. We would particularly like to recognize the expertise and advice provided by the team as well as the effective advertising. Thank you!

- John and Donna Higgenbottem

- Ian Working with Fraser, and his amazing team, has been an all around great experience from day one. We had listed our house previously with a different agent and were not excited about the process of trying to sell our home again. We took their advice on pricing and any little changes we could do to make our home look its very best, and we were thrilled to accept a great offer within a few days, before it even hit MLS! We could not be happier with our decision to go with Fraser and his team and would highly recommend them to anyone buying or selling in the South Delta area. Thanks!

- Ash and Laura Thomas To all the staff at Fraser Elliott Group, The one word that seems to exemplify your company is enthusiasm, from Fraser’s first look at our property to each of the staff that had anything to do with the sale, each of you showed such enthusiasm and gave us such support, you have no idea who much that had been lacking from previous efforts.Another word is professionalism, every detail was handled with such a competence and professionalism, the staging advice, the incredible photography even the impressive wording on the listing all first class and obviously very effective.

But the final proof of Fraser Elliott’s excellent service came with the sale of our property in under 30 days from our first meeting. That in itself, speaks more eloquently than any other praise we might offer. And we do offer that praise, and, recommendation to anyone who is looking for enthusiastic, professional and excellent service in their real estate company. Look no farther than Fraser Elliott! With our thanks, - Alex and Cindy Adamson

TOP 100 RE/MAX REALTORS WORLDWIDE**

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*Based Sales in in2010, 2010,2011, 2011,2012, 20132013 andand YTDYTD 2014. *Based onon Greater Board Stats.

Stats. *Based on Sales 2014. *Based GreaterVancouver VancouverReal RealEstate Estate Board REBGVMLS MLSStats Statsas asof of November October 16,5, 2014 REBGV 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!

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