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As we settle into a new year, Delta’s police chief took time out to reflect on the year that was and to look ahead to 2016.

Neil Dubord was sworn in June 29, replacing Jim Cessford, who retired last February after leading the department for 20 years.

“It’s been a wonderful seven months,” Dubord said of his time in Delta so far, adding he has enjoyed getting to know the community and its residents.

Last year started off with a “real bang” for the department, he said, with Delta’s first homicide on Jan. 2. A 24-year-old Surrey man, Arundeep Cheema, was fatally shot while sitting in his vehicle in the driveway of a North Delta home.

A year later Cheema’s death remains unsolved but the investigation is active and ongoing, Dubord said.

The shooting was one of more than 60 in Surrey and North Delta last year, although only five took place in Delta, three of which were at the same house. The area hasn’t seen a shooting since early April.

“Our staff has done an amazing job in stopping shootings in the community,” said Dubord, who had been chief of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police prior to arriving in Delta.

He said the department is trying to take a proactive approach to dealing with the violence. Officers are still doing outreach work in the area and a special

enforcement car has been assigned to Scott Road.

Officers are also working with bars and restaurants in the area to deter possible gang-related activities.

A highlight for the department this summer, Dubord said, was the announcement from the Crown that it had stayed the second-degree murder charge against Const.

Jordan MacWilliams.

tainly for the Tsawwassen community,” Dubord said.

The chief said the summer was a busy time for the department with all the community activities, such as Tour de Delta, Tsawwassen Sun Festival and Ladner May Days.

Dubord said he took every opportunity to get out, enjoy the festivities and meet people.

He said the depart-

end items and often leave expensive items and garage door openers in unlocked vehicles.

“It’s really crimes of opportunity,” he said.

Delta saw three traffic fatalities in 2015, the latest being an elderly pedestrian hit in early December while crossing at the corner of 56th Street and 12th Avenue in Tsawwassen.

Dubord said he was

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Chief Neil Dubord addresses the crowd at his swearing in ceremony last June.

MacWilliams was charged after an onduty shooting in 2012 when, as a member of the Municipal Integrated Emergency Response Team, he responded to a hostage taking at the Starlight Casino in New Westminster.

Also over the summer, police discovered a drug lab in a South Delta home while responding to calls of a break and enter. The lab was allegedly producing a highly concentrated form of marijuana known as shatter at the home in a quiet Tsawwassen neighbourhood.

“That was unusual, cer-

ment also took part in several annual events, raising record amounts for Cops for Cancer, Special Olympics, the United Way and Pulling Together.

As summer turned into fall, he said, the department saw a spike in property crimes, particularly in South Delta. Officers were able to arrest two groups of people in relation to many of the crimes, and that seemed put a stop to much of that activity.

Dubord said officers heard directly from thieves that South Delta neighbourhoods are often targeted because many people can afford higher

impressed to see the reaction from the local Community Police Station offices. Volunteers were out in force following the incident giving out reflectors and safety tips to pedestrians.

The chief said the department saw 22,738 calls for service as of the end of November, which is slightly higher than 2014.

And it’s a trend he expects to see continue. The addition of South Fraser Perimeter Road makes it easier for criminals to get into Delta, he said, and the area will see an influx of visitors with mega malls opening this year at the

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This year is shaping up to be a busy one for the department.

Dubord said he would like to really integrate the CoPS offices into the communities. Each community in Delta has a community police station, staffed almost entirely by volunteers, and the chief said he would like to see those offices become a central part of each community.

Three members, all with more than 35 years’ experience, have recently or will be retiring, including deputy Chief Rich Drinovz, who retired last month.

“We’re going to be hiring a new deputy chief in the early part of the new year,” he said.

Internally, the department will work with employees and the police foundation to develop an employee wellness program to ensure officers are adequately coping with the demands of the job.

“They go to some horrific stuff,” Dubord said, adding that it can affect many aspects of an officer’s life.

The department will also work to strengthen its relationship with the Tsawwassen First Nation.

Saying the force already has a good partnership with the First Nation, Dubord said the area is in the midst of tremendous growth that will bring an influx of people and traffic.

He said there is a lot of planning that will go on, especially with regards to the opening of the malls.

“The opening of the malls shouldn’t disrupt how people go about their daily lives,” he said.

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Tsawwassen has broken through the $1 million level.

According to the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver’s statistics for December 2015, released earlier this week, the “benchmark” price for a typical detached single-family home in Tsawwassen has reached $1,021,300, an almost three per cent increase from the previous month. More startling is that the benchmark for a Tsawwassen house is up 32.2 per cent from December 2014.

Tsawwassen continued to have the highest oneyear percentage increase among all communities in the real estate association’s coverage area, which includes Vancouver and Richmond.

The second highest increase was in Ladner, which saw the benchmark price for a single-family home go up almost four per cent from the previous month to $855,800, representing a 30 per cent increase from a year ago.

While house prices in Ladner in Tsawwassen have yet to reach the mind boggling level now

earlier.

The benchmark for a condo was $166,900, only a 2.4 per cent increase, while townhomes stood at $349,500, up 9.6 per cent.

It remains to be seen if the Liberal government’s plan to increase the down payment needed on homes over $500,000 from FILE PHOTO The South Delta market was hot in 2015, recording the highest five to 10 per cent will have any percentage price increases in the region. impact on the in the City of Vancouver, from a year ago, while region’s red hot where the median price in Ladner it stood at housing market. Homes last month for detached $337,800, up 7.7 per cent. under $500,000 will still houses reached $3.2 milThe region as a whole only require five per cent lion on the west side and has been hot as the real down. $1.36 million on the east estate board reports home It also remains to be side, South Delta has sales in 2015 reached the seen if the levels of govexperienced the most highest annual total in its ernment will consider rapid increase. history. Sales of detached, heeding a petition, which As far as townhomes attached and apartment has almost 26,000 signaand condos in South properties in 2015 reached tures, to restrict foreign Delta, last month 42,326, a 27.8 per cent investment in Greater the benchmark for a increase over 2014 and a Vancouver’s residential Tsawwassen townhouse 48.4 per cent jump over real estate market. reached $525,900, up 2013.

Vancouver city council, almost 19 per cent from a According to the Fraser meanwhile, is once again year earlier, while Ladner Valley Real Estate Board, floating the idea of a luxwas at $527,500, up 15.2 which covers North Delta, ury tax and a speculation per cent from the previous the benchmark price for tax aimed at keeping buyyear. a single-family home in ers from driving up prices The benchmark for a North Delta last month through quick resales.

Tsawwassen condo was was $703,100, a 25.9 per Delta council has not $343,600, up six per cent cent increase from a year weighed in on the issue.

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A public information meeting will be held later this month on a contentious application to redevelop the former home of a Boundary Bay squash club.

Set for Tuesday, Jan. 19, the meeting will be an opportunity to hear about the plan to subdivide the waterfront property at 6788 Corbould Rd. to construct two single-family homes. The application requires several approvals, including an Official Community Plan amendment as well as rezoning from its current private recreation designation.

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the property had been the longtime home of the Bayside Squash Club. The property has been sold a couple of times in recent years and is now owned by FILE PHOTO a numbered company The new owner is looking to represented by Yan redevelop the property.

Ling Wu. The club’s members go to a public hearing. lobbied against the previAccording to the planous rezoning bid, but their ning department, the victory was short-lived building is in poor condiwhen they were informed tion and would require the owner was shutting significant upgrades to the doors, leaving the meet municipal standards. club without a home. The The squash club admits owner applied for a demo- the building needs repairs, lition permit last August. however, the executive Delta’s planning depart- insists it has an active ment notes the applicagroup of members that tion is at a preliminary would work hard at keepstage and has not gone to ing it running. council for consideration, The Jan. 19 public infortherefore, aspects of the mation meeting will be proposal might change as held in the library of South the application proceeds Park Elementary, 735 through the review proGilchrist Dr., Tsawwassen, cess. It would also have to from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

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Board of Variance Volunteers Needed

The Corporation of Delta has established a Board of Variance made up of five (5) persons appointed by the Mayor and Council. The purpose of the Board, as defined by the Local Government Act, is to consider applications in matters related to the provisions of: • A bylaw respecting the siting, dimensions or size of a building or structure, or siting of a manufactured home in a manufactured home park; • A bylaw related to the protection of trees; • The prohibition of a structural alteration or addition to a non-conforming use or siting, and • A subdivision servicing requirement in an area zoned for agricultural or industrial use.

The Board may order that a minor variance may be permitted, if the Board finds that undue hardship would be caused to the applicant if the provision were required.

The Board of Variance meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at 1:00 pm, at the Delta Municipal Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent. Members are appointed for a three (3) year term and serve without remuneration. Reasonable and necessary expenses that arise directly out of the performance of their duties are reimbursed.

If you are interested in being appointed to serve as a member of the Board of Variance please submit a brief resumé and covering letter, indicating why you would like to serve and any relevant knowledge and experience you may have.

South Delta Crime Beat

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 inprogress crimes and emergencies or 604-946-4411 for other assistance.

The following are some of the calls the Delta police responded to in the previous week:

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• Dec. 28, 11:30 a.m., 800-block of 50B Street: Complainant reported his license plates stolen from his vehicle parked in his driveway and replaced by other plates. Investigation by police recovered the complainant’s plates in Langley and the stolen replacement plates were added to the police database.

• Dec. 28, 1:25 p.m., 8A Avenue: Report received from complainant that the unoccupied residence and outbuildings owned by his father for redevelopment had been entered and several items stolen.

Copper pipe, wire and metal baseboard heaters stripped from the residence. Tools, including a power washer, were also stolen. Neighbour inquiries proved negative but they were asked to inform police of any suspicious activity around the residence.

• Dec. 30, 12:38 p.m., 12th Avenue: Business

reported that after a customer had left a 32-inch television was found to be missing from the room.

The customer was contacted and she indicated that some friends had been in the room and may have taken it. Police advised the suspect to facilitate the return of the television.

The theft is still under investigation.

• Dec. 30, 4:47 p.m., 500-block of Centennial Parkway: Complainant reported someone had broken into a shed at their residence. During neighbourhood inquires police located another residence where the lock had been broken off a shed in the front yard. Nothing appears to have been stolen.

• Dec. 30, 8:36 p.m., 1200-block of 56th Street: Complainant reported she had left her bicycle unlocked behind her place of work. When she returned later in the day the bike was gone. The bike is described as a Giant Roam 2 commuterstyle bike with a light blue frame. A co-worker reported his bicycle was stolen from the same location a week prior.

• Jan. 1, 9:52 a.m., 1200-block of 56th Street: Complainant reported he parked his vehicle behind a business and sometime overnight the front side window was smashed. No suspects or witnesses and nothing stolen.

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• Dec. 28, 1:25 p.m., 6100-block of Ferry Road: Complainant reported the outboard motor valued at $2,500 was stolen from his boat that is in dry

dock at the marina. Two locks were cut to remove the engine from the back of the boat tender. Police attended and the investigation of the theft continues.

• Dec. 28, 9:35 a.m., 8000-block of River Way: A business reported the company’s two vans parked in a locked compound at the back of the business had the windows smashed and insurance papers stolen. No video surveillance and nothing for forensic examination.

• Dec. 29, 10:58 a.m., 5400-block of 45th Avenue: Complainant reported her vehicle had been broken into sometime overnight and her wallet stolen. The wallet was later found with all credit cards intact but the cash missing. The complainant indicated the passenger door is faulty and may have been left unlocked.

• Dec. 31, 11:16 a.m., 2700-block of 64th Street: Complainant parked her vehicle and went for a walk. When she returned she found her vehicle had been broken into and a bag of new clothes, a credit card and some loose change were missing.

The complaint contacted the credit card company, which indicated the card had already been used at a service station. The investigation is ongoing.

• Jan. 2, 9:21 p.m., 3400-block of River Road: Complainant reported he parked his vehicle in the driveway and left the trunk open for about 45 minutes.

When he returned to the vehicle he found a bag of sports gear missing from the trunk. No suspects or witnesses.

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Please forward submissions by January 31, 2016 to: The Office of the Municipal Clerk Delta Municipal Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, B.C. V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 e-mail: committeeclerk@delta.ca For additional information, please contact Barinder Lalli, Secretary to the Board of Variance at 604-952-3171.

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are still a limited number of tickets available for the Friday, Jan. 22 event.

The dinners are the biggest fundraisers for the band, which in 2015 travelled to the Okanagan Military Tattoo in Vernon and also to the prestigious Netherlands Tattoo. The Delta Police Pipe Band was the only pipe band invited to this internation-

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TED MURPHY

just opened my assessment notice and after doing the math, I’m staring at a 22 per cent increase over last year. Needless to say, I’ve set my hair on fire and spent the last half-hour alerting the neighbours to our impending tax doom.

OK, so there’s no need to call the fire department — and it’s not due to the fact I can ill afford to lose any more hair — but rather because I’m not sold on the notion that my property tax bill will ascend to a level that will force me from my home. It will rise, I’m certain of that, but I’m not convinced doomsday is at hand.

At this time last year I got an assessment notice that showed my property had dropped in value by almost 10 per cent. I wasn’t convinced that was completely accurate reflection of its value, but I wasn’t about to challenge B.C. Assessment’s handiwork so I could end up paying more taxes.

Given I was on the favourable side of the ledger, I figured there would be some good news when the property tax bill arrived in the spring, and sure enough that was the case.

I pay my property taxes in monthly installments so after the homeowner grant was signed and the dust had settled, I was a whopping $107 to the good.

I don’t mean to minimize the windfall given it’s the equivalent to at least five nice dinners out with my wife, provided of course she doesn’t order the McFlurry for dessert, but since I’m typically in the black after the tax bill is deducted from what has accrued over the year, it didn’t turn out to be any monumental savings.

So if my assessment goes down while others trend the other way and I’m not rewarded handsomely for it, I’m assuming that because my increase this year has outstripped the average I won’t be punished too badly.

I suspect the $107 I left in the account last year will disappear, and I’m hoping it will cover the increase brought about by the higher assessment.

I won’t know for sure until the tax bill arrives in May but in the meantime I’m holding off on the hysterics. I might utter the always-popular, “I won’t be able to afford to live here if my assessment keeps rising like this,” just to see how it rolls off the tongue, but I’ll save the pyrotechnics for a later date.

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est wishes to all for a happy and successful 2016! And, best of luck to those who are looking to purchase a single detached home in Metro Vancouver this year. As you have probably heard, or perhaps have seen in a notice from your very own mailbox, detached home prices are skyrocketing.

South Delta is one of the hottest markets right now and limited supply is pushing prices even further north. The B.C. Real Estate Association is predicting 2016 will see a decline in housing sales but high demand will see housing prices continue to surge.

We are glad that we chose Tsawwassen for our home 25 years ago and are not quite prepared to downsize yet. The lack of housing choice is a problem here right now, but with the Southlands and other developments on the horizon, there may be hope to stay in our community when we are ready to take advantage of home equity.

With “benchmark” detached home pricing reaching the million-dollar mark in Tsawwassen, I am feeling sorry for young families and first-time buyers in this hyper market. You go where you can afford, I suppose, but at the same time I think that all levels of government and several agencies need to come up with a better strategy of dealing with broader land use scenarios.

Community Comment MIKE SCHNEIDER

I think we all want to preserve farmland for local food production, but at the same time, there are opportunities to look at lands in the ALR that are marginally farmable and consider them for rezoning opportunities up and down the lower Fraser Valley that could take some of the pressure off housing prices in Metro Vancouver.

It is a complicated and emotional issue, but there has to be a way to compromise and balance the needs farmers - old and new food security and food sovereignty with a stable housing market.

Perhaps Metro Vancouver, as was the case with the Southlands, could ensure that farming activity be incorporated into development applications. Each new community would have to include an element of food production in its design. It could be root crops and veggies, grazing pasture, orchard or greenhouse

operations, depending on the particular development site. Any development application without a regional food component would have to be refused.

A look at ALR use would seem to indicate there is adequate land to consider this partnership and potential beneficial compromise.

In 2010-2011, the Ministry of Agriculture took stock of land use in an ALR study: “The inventory reveals that 50 per cent of ALR land is farmed. Of the remaining ALR land that is not farmed, 25 per cent is available and has potential for farming because it is not impacted by significant physical constraints or built areas. The remaining 25 per cent is unavailable to agriculture because of existing incompatible non-farm uses (residential, parks), site conditions (topography, flooding) or cannot be farmed (roads).”

Additionally, the report noted: “Agricultural land speculation exists, but to what extent is difficult to determine. The data reveals that 3,848 ha (9,508 acres) of ALR land has no apparent use.”

There is a lot to stickhandle through on these thorny issues, but with Metro’s population pegged to grow significantly, some cooperation and major political will needs to happen, and soon.

Mike Schneider is founder of Project Pickle and likes to write about growing, cooking and eating food.

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Port looks at Delta as prime picking

Editor: Re: Port committee would love to hear from you, Dec. 31 It is heartening to read all the “benefits” that Port Metro Vancouver has enacted. I’m sure the habitat banking program has been beneficial to the workers involved, perhaps not so much to the wildlife that has suffered loss of habitat and disruption.

Dredging may allow a deeper draft for boaters, but does it damage the balance of fresh and saline water in our sloughs and waterways, and cause problems for fish and the ecosystem? How much dredging will be required for the new bridge?

Port Metro Vancouver has frequently indicated that gaining access to industrial land is crucial to the development of its infrastructure, business proposals and to enhance the viability of trade within Delta. It seems it has a voracious appetite for ALR land that is disappearing at an alarming rate, with no real outcry or challenge from the municipality.

With food prices steadily rising for vegetables, fruits and grains, wouldn’t it be nice if some of the best growing soil in the country could be put to better use than a parking lot or rail sidings?

It seems that Delta is prime pickings for those

wishing to turn us into yet another industrial area that denies its citizens the opportunity of benefitting from less invasive practices more suited to a rural community that values the efforts of generations of fishers, farmers, agriculturists and horticulturists.

Yes, productivity is good, and business must thrive, but there also needs to be a balance of needs, both of the economy and the ecosystem.

We lose land at our peril, we have fought for more sustainable logging and fishing practices, we have seen the devastation in other parts of our country and the world when we refuse to take account of

the wider needs of those who choose to live in an area that values a sustainable balance.

Our federal government has signed a historic agreement to reduce global warming. I do not see Port Metro Vancouver’s headlong rush to embrace all things industrial as being a responsible stakeholder in this initiative, more like a rush to make the most amount of money for shareholders and companies both home and abroad with no accountability for the irreversible damage they will do to this unique part of B.C. that many of us value beyond materialism.

Liz Macdonald

Support voiced for Qualtrough’s disabilities act

Editor: Re: Changing of the Guard, Dec. 31 The recent interview with Delta MP and Minister of Persons with Disabilities Carla Qualtrough was interesting in revealing her support for a Canadians with Disabilities Act. As a recent recruit to the ranks of the paraplegic, I am just beginning to experience the obstacles we face in leading as normal a life as possible.

Danger lurks Editor: Re: Pedestrians not safe, letter to the editor, Dec. 18 I could not agree more with Kathryn Clark. I walk in Tsawwassen all the time and it’s very dangerous in crosswalks.

Why are the police not ticketing people before there’s another tragedy?

Lynda Nielsen

Medical issues aside, outside our homes we are faced with situations that are difficult and often insurmountable. Buildings that are inaccessible by wheelchair are a huge problem and prevent us from entering restaurants we formerly patronized.

It is also often difficult to access business premises to conduct our affairs and even accommodation.

This last example is a ridiculous anomaly in that a disabled person who

rents a property in a communal building is guaranteed access to that property. However, a disabled person who owns a property in a strata complex is not guaranteed access in the same manner as fellow owners.

Established strata corporations are exempt from the accessibility provisions of building codes and human rights legislation.

The fact strata buildings now being constructed are compelled to provide

access recognizes the need for accessibility exists and is being addressed.

Legislation is required at federal and provincial levels to compel the currently exempt strata complexes to provide access because, as our new prime minister declares, “...it is 2016.”

I wish Qualtrough all success in her ministry and her representation of Delta; particularly in her efforts on behalf of the disabled.

David Roberts

Resolutions in-one-year-and-out-the-other

Editor: Hopeful New Year’s resolutions: Bah Humbug!

Without fail, at the beginning of a new year, we set ourselves up for failure by the making of New Year’s resolutions.

Perhaps one reason for the futility of New Year’s resolutions is that they are expressed in such general terms as to end

up in procrastination and ensuing personal disappointment at their nonaccomplishment.

Commendable intentions such as losing weight, exercising, more family time, quitting smoking, etc. are the familiar stuff New Year’s resolutions are made of, only to be broken, leaving behind

a sense of misgiving and despondency.

It’s been said that a New Year’s resolution is something that goes: In-oneyear-and-out-the-other.

But Oscar Wilde maybe said it best: “Good resolutions are simply cheques that men draw on a bank where they have no account.”

E.W. Bopp

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International Baccalaureate (IB) Program

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Ladner Legion executive Bob Taggart (left) and Legion Zone Commander Dale Johnston (right) recently presented Glen Dinsmore with his Legion Life Membership, an award that goes to members that volunteer a lot of their time to the Legion and the community.

Dinsmore is described as one of those members that the Legion could not do without.

At the present time the Legion only has eight life members.

Located at Seaquam Secondary and open to all grade 11 and 12 students Parent Information Evening: Wednesday, January 13 - 6:30 pm Seaquam Thursday, January 14 - 6:30 pm South Delta Secondary For parents of grade 10 students who will be entering grade 11 next school year Applications are due February 1, 2016 for September grade 11 admission The IB Diploma is a two-year program for grade 11 and 12 students. It is a prestigious international pre-university qualification and is recognized by universities and governments throughout the world.

Delta Hospice receives final Kiwanis donation The recently dissolved Kiwanis Club of Ladner/ Tsawwassen made its last donation to a community group it has been supporting for years.

The club’s desire was to give the last of its funds to a group that serves individuals and families in their final days. The partnership with Delta Hospice in this way seemed ideal in representing the final actions taken

In Memory and Appreciation On the anniversary of Linda’s passing loving husband Ulf and sons Aaron & Brian thank her friends and the community for its support, we also wish to thank those donors who gave generously to Linda’s favourite charities – REACH Child & Youth Development Society, Rotary Club of Ladner, Delta Community Foundation, Delta Hospital Foundation and BC Cancer Society.

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Kiwanis Club of Ladner/Tsawwassen president Karel Ley (left) presents the remaining $500 of club funds to Delta Hospice’s Laurine Kelly (back) Tama Recker, Nancy Macey and Dalyce Wickett.

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Kiwanis has always focused on supporting children and youth and funding Delta Hospice’s

programs for grieving children has been particularly close to the club’s heart.

Funding enabled the society to initially set up a spe-

cial children’s art therapy multi-use room.

It is with regret that Kiwanis members will no longer be able to provide services to local non-profit groups to assist their services but they hope they have been able to make a difference in the lives of people who benefit from the good work of the many wonderful charitable organizations in Delta.

For those interested, Kiwanis is donating all its memorabilia to the Delta Museum for future historical research of 50 years of service to Delta residents and groups providing support to them.

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Expanded recycling efforts divert waste from schools

A greatly expanded recycling program in all Delta schools has meant the school district is now diverting much of its waste from the landfill.

At the start of the last school year the district initiated a big shift in the way waste is handled. Garbage cans were removed from classrooms and offices, replaced with central receptacles that require students and staff to sort their waste into cans and bottles, other recyclables, paper products, organics and other waste.

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Prior to the expanded recycling program, 87 per cent of waste collected from Delta schools went to the landfill, a figure that has now been reduced to just 31 per cent.

The goal is to increase that number to as close to 100 per cent as possible.

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Around Town Tree chipping

The Lions Club is putting on Christmas tree chipping events tomorrow and Sunday at the South Delta Recreation Centre parking lot in Tsawwassen and the Memorial Park parking lot in Ladner.

The Tsawwassen event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days, while the Ladner hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.

Donations are accepted and proceeds are used in the community.

Meet the Curator

Local libraries have a Meet the Curator program running Saturdays, Jan. 23, Feb. 13, March 12 and April 16. Check out some artifacts from the Delta Museum & Archives Society at your local library as curator Darryl MacKenzie has carefully selected objects from their collection to showcase. The program goes from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. at the Tsawwassen Library and from 12 to 1 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library.

Dog trick training class

Delta Community Animal Shelter, 7505 Hopcott Rd., has an Introduction to Dog Trick Training class scheduled for Monday, Jan. 18 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The class is free but space is limited.

To register call 604940-7111. A 2016 dog licence number is required for registration.

Time to dance

International folk dancing is coming to the KinVillage Community Centre.

Have fun learning dances from around the world from 7 to 8 p.m. on Thursdays Jan. 14 and 21, Feb 4, 11, 19 and 25 and March 3 and 10. The cost is $3 for members and $4 for non-members.

Participants’ first session is free. Beginners welcome. Come by yourself or with a friend.

For more details on these and other events, go to delta-optimist.com or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook. com/TheDeltaOptimist

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Event to report?

Contact Dave at dwillis@delta-optimist.com or 604-946-4451

Put knowledge to the test First-ever South Delta Big Quiz Night takes place later this month at KinVillage

the event.

To sign up a team for the quiz night contact Hewitt at ivorhewitt9@gmail. com or 604-943-6338 with a contact name and telephone number and your team’s name. The entry fee is $20 per team.

The South Delta Big Quiz Night takes place Saturday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. at the KinVillage Community Centre, 543010th Ave. Proceeds from the event will go towards the community centre. If the evening is a success, the hope is to make it an annual event.

DAVE WILLIS

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et your thinking caps on because the debut of the South Delta Big Quiz Night takes place later this month in Tsawwassen.

Teams of four will tackle questions from 10 categories at the event, which will be held at the KinVillage Community Centre. Examples of categories include Canada, geography, history and movies.

Organizer Ivor Hewitt says he picked questions from lots of different places, including books and the Internet.

“I think there’s something there for everybody,” he says.

He’s tried to vary the difficulty as well.

“I think … if you have lots of questions which are hard and nobody can answer them, you’ll have a situation where no one will enjoy it,” he says. “I’ve tried to vary it between easy and hard so people

QUIZ CATEGORIES

PHOTO BY DAVE WILLIS

South Delta Big Quiz Night organizer Ivor Hewitt says trophies will be given out to the four members of the winning team. can actually stretch themselves a bit.”

As of earlier this week,

about 15 teams had registered to take part.

Hewitt, who volunteers

at KinVillage and with Deltassist, estimates about 20 to 30 will compete at

Canada Geography History Movies Pot Luck Music Sport Science and Nature Entertainment General Knowledge

Spires staying busy with latest book DAVE WILLIS

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Ladner author and illustrator Ashely Spires has a new children’s book out.

The moral of the story in Over-Scheduled Andrew is one she needs to learn herself, Spires explains.

“Everyone takes on too much these days, including children,” she told the Optimist. “Whether it’s rushing from school, to lessons, to sports events, or what have you, it seems that everyone is too busy these days. I’ve heard from a lot of schools that I visit that they are teaching ‘life balance’ to elementary students. This book is about that, figuring out how to pursue the things you love while still leaving room for downtime.”

Spires has also illustrated another kids’ book — Spare Dog Parts — due for release later this month.

She’s worked digitally for

her last three books and says it was wonderful to get back to watercolour painting again for Alison Hughes’ story.

She is working to organize a local book release event.

Spires, who received a nomination for last year’s B.C. Book Prize, has won numerous awards for her work, including Ontario’s Silver Birch Express, Atlantic Canada’s Hackmatack, Saskatchewan’s Shining Willow and B.C.’s Chocolate Lily Award.

Her work includes the Binky the Space Cat series of graphic novels.

Check out Spires’ website at www.ashleyspires. com.

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Ashley Spires’ latest children’s book is titled Over-Scheduled Andrew.

She’s also illustrated another book due out later this month.

A14 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2016

Lifestyles

How to make those resolutions stick Plan ahead for meals and workouts, and start with small steps to build a foundation for success

Well on Your Way P.J. WREN

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id you make a resolution to start eating better and exercising so you can lose some inches off the ol’ body this year?

If you did, you are not alone. The Journal of Clinical Psychology claims that losing weight is the number one resolution made by people every Jan. 1.

However, sadly only eight per cent of us actually succeed in achieving that resolution.

For the other 92 per cent of us, it’s another year of broken promises to our-

selves.

This is dangerous too.

Not succeeding in a task we set for ourselves can lead to feelings of disappointment, low selfesteem, failure and, eventually, defeat.

Once we feel defeated it’s hard to want to make any change in our lives — even if we need to.

So, what makes those eight per cent special, the ones that succeed with their weight loss goals?

Well, first they start with small steps and they focus on building a powerful foundation. They view their weight loss as a measure of good health and well-being, not as a means to an end.

I know it’s not sexy, and this small steps idea is not going to produce instantaneous results. It will, however, produce healthy habits for life as well as slow and steady change to the body.

Successful people also have a plan when they start a new goal or resolu-

Losing weight is the number one New Year’s resolution, but only eight per cent of people who make it are successful. tion.

They start with a specific goal in mind (example, lose 10 pounds in one month), and from there they work backwards to create a plan, or a list of small, attainable steps that will help them achieve that goal.

A plan is crucial. It will help you navigate the twisty roads of weight loss.

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January 8, 2016 The Delta Optimist A15

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Guild kicks off new year with New Beginnings First exhibit of 2016 shows off artistic influences of members who hail from all over the globe NOREEN FAIRWEATHER

Optimist contributor

With the sale of 22 original paintings at their pre-Christmas Gallery 1710 show, South Delta Artists Guild members celebrated a highly successful 2015, including their 40th anniversary, then immediately set to work between Christmas and New Year to initiate more creative magic in 2016.

As a result, a volunteer, pizza-fuelled crew began refurbishing the guild’s vital and always busy studio/workshop, which houses daily drop-in groups, various workshop programs and also collects the dozens of paintings destined for show at several local facilities, including Delta Hospital.

Appropriately, New Beginnings is the first guild show of 2016, hanging now at Gallery 1710 through Jan. 24.

One of the most vital qualities of the guild’s art is the great variety of style, technique and

PHOTO BY NOREEN FAIRWEATHER

Artist Cheryl Palmer flashes a welcoming smile at the South Delta Artists Guild’s Gallery 1710. subject matter provided by its members, for whom place of origin sometimes plays a role.

Guild members have immigrated, for instance, from Russia, South Korea, China, Holland, Sweden,

Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Australia, the U.S. and Austria, adding their talents to the born-

Canadian art for visitors to enjoy.

Gallery 1710 is open Thursday through Sunday,

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Three spring workshops are now open for registration to anyone interested in learning from an expert.

• Feb. 12-14 — The Next Step - Doing Your Own Work, with Suzanne Northcott. www.suzannenorthcott.ca. Cost: $300.

• March 19-20 — Understanding The Language Of Oils, with Leanne Christie. www. leannechristie.com. Cost: $173.

• April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 2 — Beyond Watercolour, with Marlene Strain. www.marlenestrain.com. Cost: $140.

Full information can be found at www.southdeltaartistsguild.com.

The guild’s most important event of the year, its annual Oil and Water Juried Show, will be held from June 2 to 25. The date for this noted show, first held in 2004, has been brought forward to better accommodate summer demands. Details of jurors and awards will be announced later.

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A16 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2016

Lifestyles

Passion for powder draws world to Whistler JANE CASSIE

Optimist contributor

The mountaintop breeze brushes my face and bites through my woolen toque yet, in spite of the wind-chill factor, I feel warmed by the adrenaline that rushes through my veins.

This thermal adjustment could be due to Mother Nature and the effect that her surrounding beauty has on me. Or it might be triggered by the anticipation I feel just before launching off on my downhill journey. It’s hard to say, but this magical phenomenon happens every time I escalate to any of the mile-high pinnacles that hover over the resort town of Whistler.

Aptly named, Seventh Heaven is the first of many scenic perches that I revel from during my visit to this favourite North American playground. Jagged powder peaks embrace her divine summit and on this crisp, clear day, they contrast vividly with cobalt blue skies.

From my panoramic

Whistler Village offers skiers accommodations, shopping and nightlife.

Blackcomb lookout I also have vistas of her neighbouring sister, Whistler Mountain, where similar paradise pathways also attract die-hard skiers and snowboarders. Together, the compatible couple renders over 8,000 ski-able acres, including 16 magnificent bowls, three scenic glaciers and over 200 marked runs.

While some go in search of perilous fall lines and powder that’s as light as goose down, the less adventuresome have the

choice of classic cruisers and wide open groomers.

They funnel down to the quaint alpine village far below where lights decorate frosted evergreens and the pedestrian hub bustles with activity.

Flanking the village’s interconnecting pathways are over 200 stores.

Being a Vancouverite, I’d had the privilege of skiing these slopes as a youngster, and watching Whistler evolve over the past four decades from what was once the town

dump to the international acclaimed resort that it is today. But Whistler’s roots extend a lot further back than mine do.

Early settlers first trekked the three-day journey to the shores of nearby Alta Lake, and in 1911 Alex and Myrtle Philip followed their dream after purchasing four hectares for $700. Their remote fishing resort, Rainbow Lodge, attracted enthusiasts to the isolated area.

This remote destination reached its prime in the

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1940s, but outnumbered by other resort options the enthusiasm faded and it wasn’t until the 1960s the area became alive again.

With a passion for powder and an insight into the big picture, a group of Vancouver businessmen developed what was then known as London Mountain into an alpine ski area in hopes of hosting the 1968 Olympics.

Runs were carved into the hillside and in honour of the whistling hoary marmots that resided in rocky

outcroppings, the name Whistler was contrived.

Although the Olympic bid failed, the evolution of Whistler did not. Slowly, but surely, T-bars were erected, chairlifts were established and aluminum gondolas whisked ski hounds, like myself, over an hour-long journey to Whistler’s sensational summit.

Thirteen years later, the European style village evolved, Blackcomb united in a symbiotic relationship with Whistler, manicured golf courses snuggled up alongside five-star resorts and, in 2010, the Olympic Winter Games finally became a reality.

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January 23rd 2016 There will be a Memorial Hockey Game at 4:15 PM at Great Pacific Forum. Following there will be a get together of the teams and Friends at 7:00 PM at The Landing.

This is a fundraiser for Kidsport (Ladner).

Please join us for some stories, raffles and a 50/50 draw.

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Tips for staying safe in the garden this year Green Room

ANNE MARRISON

M

y credentials for advising on safety in the garden are, frankly, a little dodgy since I’ve had more garden accidents than most people.

But that’s how I learned what actions are best avoided — and their consequences.

It’s so important to wear safety glasses outside, but it took me two

scratched corneas to do so. Dangerous neighbourhoods for eyes include trees and shrubs that spring back in your face when you work on them and tough weeds that release violently and shower your face with earth.

Face-height plant stakes are another nasty for unprotected eyes.

Topping them with small jars looks ugly, pill and film containers blow away. Wine corks look great, but drilling the holes puts fingers at risk.

Until the perfect solution emerges, glasses are safer.

In the years I was clearing rocks to enlarge the vegetable garden, I had gardener’s back two or three times a year because I was determined to be a gardening hero.

The gardening hero any time of year on mossy works on after they get lawns, steps and walktired, focuses on one task ways. Algae-covered decks until it’s finished and and stairs are even more never takes dangerous. a break by Round slices My most turning to of tree-trunks memorable something as walkways that works a in gardens are accident different part lovely in sumcame from of the body. mer but their lifting a small algae coating Gardening heroes persist in winter is an tub of water using metal invitation to lilies. wheelbarrows the bone clinic. until they’re so In summer, old their joints gardens have stop co-operating. other slipping hazards, The problem with lifting especially on slopes of dry injuries is it’s so easy to grass. Chances increase underestimate how heavy when people wear shoes something is. My most with thin, flexible treads. memorable accident came That’s why I had several from lifting a small tub close encounters with a of water lilies. I still don’t lawn mower at the foot of understand why I didn’t our steepest slope. What tip the water out first. is safest (though difficult) Outside, one can slip at is to stay covered up in

summer while gardening.

Ideally this means longsleeved shirts to protect against sunburn and hats to shield heads.

Gardeners close to forested areas might add tall rubber boots if they’re among trees and shrubs because ticks are out there attacking silently and painlessly. I didn’t know I was bitten until one fell out of my hair.

Even relatively benign garden products need care. Lime sulphur and insecticidal soap are agonizing if they get into eyes.

Mixing dusty fertilizers is a lung hazard unless you wear a mask or do the mixing outside while standing upwind.

But most injuries are the small, everyday slivers and scratches that occasionally get infected. That’s

why wearing garden gloves can solve problems before they start. Unfortunately, many are stiff and clumsy.

Thin leather gloves are thorn-proof and flexible but expensive. Alternatives include closely-woven fabric gloves such as Foxgloves that protect against all but large, determined thorns.

One vital protection for gardeners is the tetanus shot, which should be boosted every 10 years.

Medical attention for any deep puncture wound is also vital.

Best wishes to you all for a safe New Year as well as a happy one.

Anne Marrison is happy to answer garden questions. Send them to her via amarrison@shaw.ca.

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Environmental Assessment of the Proposed George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project

Open House and Invitation to Comment The British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (Ministry) is proposing to replace the George Massey Tunnel with a new bridge, improve Highway 99 from Bridgeport Road in Richmond to Highway 91 in Delta, and replace interchanges at Westminster Highway, Steveston Highway and Highway 17A (proposed Project). The proposed Project is subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act. The Ministry must obtain an environmental assessment certificate before any work can be undertaken on the proposed Project. However, prior to submission of an application (Application) for an environmental assessment certificate by the Ministry, the Environmental Assessment Office of British Columbia (EAO) must first approve Application Information Requirements.

Key to the Application Information Requirements is the identification of valued components to be studied and the areas within which the studies would occur. The selected valued components are presented in the Project Description and Key Areas of Study document that the Ministry has prepared, and EAO invites the public to submit comments on.

In order to provide information about the valued components selection, EAO invites the public to attend two Open Houses: Sandman Signature Hotel Vancouver Airport – Round Room 10251 St. Edwards Drive, Richmond, BC Tuesday January 26, 2016 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Delta Town and Country – Ballroom 6005 Highway 17A (at Highway 99), Delta, BC Wednesday January 27, 2016 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

There are 31 days for the submission of comments by the public in relation to the Project Description and Key Areas of Study document. The comment period will begin on January 15, 2016, and end on February 15, 2016.

All comments received during this comment period in relation to the Project Description and Key Areas of Study document will be considered.

The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects – environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from the proposed Project are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process. At this stage of the process, the primary intent is to receive feedback about the studies or information required for a comprehensive environmental assessment.

EAO accepts public comments through the following ways: • By Online Form at: http://www.eao.gov.bc.ca/pcp/index.html • By Mail: Michael Shepard Project Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria BC V8W 9V1 • By Fax: Fax: 250 387-0230 An electronic copy of the Project Description and Key Areas of Study document and information regarding the environmental assessment process are available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca. Copies of the Project Description and Key Areas of Study will also be available for viewing at: All Municipal Libraries in the City of Richmond All Municipal Libraries in the Corporation of Delta If you are unable to participate at this time, there will be an additional comment period during the Application Review stage when you will also be able to provide comments to EAO on the proposed Project.

NOTE: All submissions received by EAO during the comment period in relation to the proposed Project are considered public and will be posted to the EAO web site.

A18 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2016

Sports Shorts SCOREBOARD

SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL FRASER VALLEY AAA WEST GP W L Pts LA Matheson 4 3 1 6 Delta 3 2 1 4 Kwantlen Park 1 1 0 2 Southridge 2 1 1 2 Princess Margaret 3 1 2 2 Guildford Park 0 0 0 0 North Delta 0 0 0 0 Sullivan Heights 0 0 0 0 W. Rock Christian 0 0 0 0 Frank Hurt 1 0 1 0 Elgin Park 2 0 2 0

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UPCOMING SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL Wed Jan. 13 Stebbings/Murray Cup: South Delta Sun Devils at Delta Pacers 7:30 p.m.

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Height in feet SATURDAY, JAN 9 6:09 am 11:09 am 3:39 pm 11:06 pm SUNDAY, JAN 10 6:41 am 11:51 am 1:18 pm 11:44 pm MONDAY,JAN 11 7:13 am 12:36 pm 5:15 pm TUESDAY, JAN 12 12:23 am 7:45 am 1:25 pm 6:08 pm WEDNESDAY, JAN 13 1:03 am 8:19 am 2:19 pm 7:06 pm

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South Delta Minor Hockey Association closed out 2015 with its 12th annual Party In Da House Tournament to determine local bragging rights in its four recreational level divisions. (Above) the Raptors prevented the Hurricanes from being the first-ever girls champion in the Pee Wee final. (Right) SD C4s rallied to beat SD C1 in the Midget final. Other championship tilts included the Knights defeating the Screaming Eagles for the Atom title and the Storm rolling past the Thrashers for Bantam division honours.

Pacers alumni look to future Free basketball camp being offered this month to elementary students in Ladner MARK BOOTH

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The Delta Pacer Basketball Association (DPBA) is putting on a full court press this month to address the past, present and future of hoops at the Ladner high school.

The alumni group has teamed up with Split Second Basketball to offer a pair of free camps for Ladner area elementary school students currently in Grades 4-7, starting Saturday Jan. 16 from 9 a.m. to noon. A second threehour session will follow Jan. 23.

Both will take place in the east gym at DSS and be led by former national team standout Joey Vickery — considered one of this country’s greatest ever pure shooters.

Pacer grad and current junior boys coach Donavon Britten has been busy contacting and distributing information flyers to all Ladner elementary schools. The whole idea is to introduce the game to potential players in the

years ahead.

“This is more about basketball awareness than it is skill development,” explained DPBA executive member Dean Bauck. “We have been fund raising for eight years so

Former national team standout Joey Vickery will be running a free camp for Ladner kids in Grades 4-7.

lets start to spend it. We do have a budget, we are prepared to spend it and this is the type of thing we want to spend it on where we are giving back to the community.”

Navi Sekhon added getting Vickery to lead the camps is a significant boon for the association.

“Parents need to realize (at elementary age) their kids will not see this type of coaching for a long time, maybe their entire career,” explained the former star for the ’93 Pacers team. “Joey has been there and done it all. His basketball knowledge is second to none.”

The elementary camp is part of a busy stretch for the DPBA that will conclude with the 27th annual Pacer Alumni Tournament at the end of the month.

The DPBA will also be hosting its first-ever Alumni Night next Friday (Jan. 15) for a scheduled doubleheader featuring the senior girls and boys teams, starting at 6 p.m. Past players are encouraged to take in the games then join former teammates, along with parents and current players, for a

social in the gym loft.

“This is something we want to do every year and get (the alumni) use to it,” added Bauck. “We really want the parents and players there too. The whole idea is to create a bridge between the families and the association.”

The DPBA has also been active in providing coaching for all six teams at DSS this season. At least one DSS alumni is involved with every one of them as a head or an assistant coach including Rachel Bock (senior girls), Ryan Cowley (junior girls), Jessie Lynes (Grade 8 girls), Kenny Ryan (Grade 8 boys and senior boys) and Britten.

At the buzzer...

Anyone without a form and wanting to register their daughter or son for the elementary camp should email deltapacers@gmail. com.

The annual Stebbings/Murray Cup rivalry game between the Pacers and South Delta takes place on Wednesday in Ladner at 7:30 p.m. DSS will be heavily favoured to add its fifth straight title.

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Regular $4788 LIQUIDATION $2488 South Delta Jets celebrate one of their wins on their way to an unbeaten record over four games at last weekend’s Hockey 1-4 Tournament in Richmond.

Jets soar at Seafair tourney The four games, included a pair of shutout wins for rookie goalie Ryan Assaly. The rest of the team features: Sean Jones, Noah Hoglund, Brendan Sas, Tahano Northey, Raine Jerome, Brayden Rogers, Kieran Cunningham, Kyan Nakasone, Jackson Yagin, Evan Moredaunt, Kael Watson, Matthew Kowan and Olivia Vance.

The Jets are coached by Dave Hoglund, with assistance from Jason Northey, Mike Jones and Greg Vance.

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A20 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2016

ARTHRITIS EDUCATION EVENTS: DELTA

” We Can Relate ”

1. UNDERSTANDING ARTHRITIS

DATE: Monday, January 25, 2016 | TIME: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

2. MANAGING CHRONIC PAIN

The main objective of this workshop is to improve your understanding of the principles of pain management and its treatments, introduce different methods to cope with chronic pain and show how to take an active role in your own pain management. Remember:“No Pain, No Gain”doesn’t apply when you have arthritis!

DATE: Monday, February 29, 2016 | TIME: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

3. EXERCISING CONTROL OVER ARTHRITIS

Almost two-thirds of Canadians struggling with arthritis believe that physical activity poses the risk of aggravating their symptoms. Are you missing out on some of the most effective treatments for joint pain? Join this 2 hour workshop where you will learn the truth about this and walk away more confident in your understanding of how and why‘movement matters’.

DATE: Monday, April 4th, 2016 | 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

4. TIPS, TRICKS AND TOOLS TO MANAGE YOUR JOINTS

Arthritis can make daily activities difficult and painful. This interactive workshop shares information about the many tools, gadgets and techniques to help make daily tasks easier to do. Learn tips to help you reduce pain and the impact of arthritis on your activities.

DATE: Monday, April 25, 2016 | TIME: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

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Get a clear picture of what is really happening in your body when we talk about Arthritis. This will aid you in understanding the importance of self management (pain management, medications, exercise and complementary therapies, etc.) and learn about the many tools and aids you can use to make life easier. We will also discuss the various programs and services available to you in the community.

LADNER

Tim Rohwer 604-762-2041

Commercial Residential Specialist info@thedeltagroup.ca

• Bright and Sunny 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Top Floor Condo Sharon Rohwer 604-760-7163 Residential Seniors Specialist info@thedeltagroup.ca

Marina and Mountain Views • Boat Lovers Paradise with your own 24’ slip • Steps only to Quaint Ladner Town

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Happy New Year

Thinking of making a move in 2016?

Contact us for a current market evaluation of your Home.

We would be delighted to work with you.

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COMING SOON . . .

• 3 Bedroom TOWNHOME - Ladner • 2-Level HOME - Ladner • 2 Bedroom CONDO - Tsawwassen • 3 Bedroom RANCHER - Ladner

January 8, 2016 The Delta Optimist A21

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5390 Wallace Avenue $1,448,000 Super cool, completely renovated 2,610 sq.ft. executive split level on south facing 8,471 sq.ft. sundrenched lot on one of Pebble Hill’s finest locations. Elegant sunken living room w/ vaulted ceiling & fantastic gourmet kitchen renovation!

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Immaculately well maintained by the original owners this Rancher offers 1937sq.ft. of main floor living with a 521sq.ft. Loft room for the kids to enjoy. 3 bedrooms and Two full bathrooms on the main floor & 1 bedroom and 1/2 bathroom in the loft. New skylights throughout the house bring in plenty of natural light, 6 year old roof, Updated boiler, Newer appliances, Gas BBQ hookup, Underground sprinklers, Tons of Storage. 8’x10’ shed with power.

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A22 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2016

GLACIER BEER & WINE MAKERS • Wonderful opportunity to run a business in Historic Ladner Village

• Move-in ready this month!

• Large, private balconies • 2 bedroom 2 bath, 1 parking stall & storage locker • Walk to many amenities in minutes • Pets and rentals allowed • 2-5-10 National Home Warranty

• Been in business since 1997 • Loads of opportunity for growth and branching out • Pursue your dream of building your business today Ladner

#313 8733 160 st.

$125,000

Starting at

THE LOWEST PRICED DETACHED HOME IN DELTA! • 818 sq. ft. 1 bedroom and den

• Concrete building close to everything

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• 8,200+ sq. ft. lot

• 823 sq. ft., 2 beds, 2 baths

• Rented for $1,200 per month

• Views from you private balcony

• No-conforming status, inquire for more details

• Well equipped fitness centre

9680 Ladner Trunk Rd., Ladner

#605 8189 Granville Ave.

$359,900

$365,000

LARGE, 2 BEDROOM UNIT IN HERON PLACE! W NE TING LIS

(2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015)

• 2 bedroom & 2 bathroom • 1,345 sq. ft.

• South & West exposure • Lots of windows • Sunny location • Updated with new laminate floors, new washer/dryer, tile backsplash, etc

#201-1153 54A St., Tsawwassen

#507-1350 View Cr., Tsawwassen

$369,900

$379,900

• 2 bedrooms and two bathroom unit • 927 sq. ft. open concept plan • Bright end unit w/ windows on multiple sides • Overlooking peaceful lagoon • Very clean unit in well managed building • Walking distance to many local amenities

Top 1% of ALL REALTORS IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009, 2010, 2011 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015 Top 5% of all REALTORS® in Greater Vancouver in 2006, 2007, 2008

9 yrs of Prestige RE/MAX Western Canada Awards

RARE CONCRETE BUILDING!

• Bright corner unit with south and east exposure • Over 1,200 sq. ft. with spacious master bedroom • 2 storage lockers included plus secure parking spot • Close to all local amenities, walk almost everywhere • Recent building improvements that have already been paid for

LAGOON VIEW!!

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LOVELY UNIT AT THE SAND DOLLAR! • Desirable Carl Jensen built complex • Walking distance to many amenities • 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, over 1300 sq. ft.

• 55+ building with hobby workshop • 1 parking space and storage locker included • Bright and sunny exposure

#313-5518 14 Ave., Tsawwassen

#203-1250 55th St., Tsawwassen

$379,900

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$269,900 incl. Net GST.

2 BEDROOM CONDO AT THE DUCHESS

• Updated inside plus new septic

* South Delta’s #1 Real Estate Agent.

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# 111 1441 GARDEN PL. Cliff Drive, Tsaw.

# D203 4845 53RD ST. Hawthorne, Ladner

# 410 1369 56TH ST. Cliff Drive, Tsaw.

# 303 6363 121ST ST. Panorama Ridge, Surrey

#213 4889 53RD ST., Hawthorne, Ladner

# 320 4885 53RD ST. Hawthorne, Ladner

# 207 1300 HUNTER RD. Beach Grove, Tsaw.

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# 311 1315 56TH ST. Cliff Drive, Tsaw.

# 8 4965 47 AV. Ladner Elementary, Ladner

4837 55B ST. Hawthorne, Ladner

4852 TURNBUCKLE WD. Ladner Elementary, Ladner

#106-1153 54A St., Tsawwassen

# 159 5421 10TH AV. Tsaw. Central, Tsaw.

# 28 4787 57TH ST. Delta Manor, Ladner

#1 Agent in Ladner / Tsawwassen* 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015! *Based on number of sales in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015! *This representation is based in whole or in part on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Statistics

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W NE TING S I L

POTENTIAL ESTATE PROPERTY IN EAST LADNER!

• South facing unit with 935 sq. ft.

• Built in 2007 with luxurious finishings incl granite counters & A/C • Close to the Canada Line and Richmond Centre is across the street • Secure concrete building with private parking space • Insuite laundry and low strata fees • Balance of 2-5-10 warranty

• Over 1 acre parcel in quiet Ladner location • Hold for investment or build your dream home • A1 zoning • Check city hall for zoning bylaws • Views in almost every direction • Low traffic street

#706-6068 No 3 Rd.

5722 112th, Ladner

$719,900

$498,800 UPDATED TWO-LEVEL HOME WITH MANY EXTRAS! W NE TING LIS

• Legal 1 bedroom suite currently rented for $800/month • Large double garage plus double carport and handyman’s shop • Permitted addition brings home close to 3,000 sq. ft.

• Newer roof, windows, flooring & more • Close to secondary and elementary schools & Ladner Village

• Built in 1998 • 7 bdrm 6 Bath, 3,000+ sq. ft. home on 6,700 sq. ft. lot • Quiet location in Nordel close to schools and parks • 2 bdrm side suite • Double garage • Views towards the Fraser River & North Shore Mtns

4500 48B St., Ladner

8198 Wiltshire Blvd., Delta

$988,800

$999,800

COMPLETELY RENOVATED 5 BEDROOM HOME! W NE TING LIS

• Hundreds of thousands spent on interior and exterior renos • Move-in ready with 3 bedrooms up and a like-new 2 bedroom suite down • Over 2,600 sq. ft. with side addition • Stunning location backing onto Ladner Elementary School.

• Walking distance to schools, parks and Ladner Village

WONDERFUL BACKSPLIT HOME ON MASSIVE LOT! • Huge 15,597 sq. ft. lot in fantastic West Ladner location • Well cared-for 3 bedroom home with recent updates • Manicured back yard with excellent landscaping • Walk to town in just minutes!

Close to everything!

• Rarely available, Same owners for over 30 years.

• Excellent potential for family home, investment or redevelopment

W NE TING LIS

5046 Massey Dr., Ladner

5097 Linden Dr., Ladner

$1,098,800

$1,118,800

WONDERFUL VICTORY SOUTH CUL-DE-SAC HOME! W NE TING LIS

ROOM FOR EVERYONE!

• Rarely available executive family residence in popular location • Updated throughout, too much to list!

• 5 bedroom plan with over 3,000 sq. ft.

• Excellent outdoor entertaining area incl hot tub & deck • Close to schools, parks & Ladner Village • Ultra quiet location, very safe for small children

STUNNING LUXURY HOME WITH LEGAL SUITE! • 4 bedrooms and nearly 2,900 sq. ft. with mortgage helper • Shows like a 10 and clean as a whistle!

• Luxurious finishings throughout that must be seen • High end appliances, granite counters, radiant in floor heating • Quiet, virtually zero traffic, family friendly location • Close to schools and parks

W NE TING LIS

5291 Bentley Dr., Ladner

5306 Pleasant Way, Ladner

$1,238,800

$1,258,800

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4158 ARTHUR DR Ladner Rural, Ladner

# 313 6263 RIVER RD. East Delta, Ladner

5986 128A ST. Panorama Ridge, Surrey

973 53A ST. Tsaw. Central, Tsaw.

# 301 1280 55TH ST. Cliff Drive, Tsaw.

# 16 12333 ENGLISH AV Steveston South,wRichmond

5212 LYNN PL Ladner Elementary, Ladner

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1678 57TH ST. Beach Grove, Tsaw.

1089 WILMINGTON DR. Tsaw. Central, Tsaw.

4752 60B ST. Holly, Ladner

4445 63A ST. Holly, Ladner

5117 ERIN WY. Pebble Hill, Tsaw.

5247 10A AV. Tsaw. Central, Tsaw.

4517 46A ST. Port Guichon, Ladner

604.728.2845

* South Delta’s #1 Real Estate Agent.

(2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015)

Top 1% of ALL REALTORS® IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009, 2010, 2011 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015 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.

HERE ARE SOME OF OUR RECENT SALES!

Call Today for a Free Home Evaluation!

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January 8, 2016 The Delta Optimist A23

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A24 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2016

* South Delta’s #1 Real Estate Agent.

(2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015)

CUSTOM BUILT CUL-DE-SAC HOME! W NE TING LIS

• 3 bedroom + den& office with contemporary 2500+ sq. ft. design • 8,945 sf west facing yard with Water Views!

• Many updates incl stunning outdoor entertaining area • Circular driveway, double garage and exquisite landscaping • Vaulted ceilings and loads of natural light

6186 48a Ave., Ladner

193 English Bluff Rd., Tsawwassen

$1,288,800

$1,386,800

STUNNING WESTCOAST INSPIRED HOME! • Over 4,000 sq. ft. family residence with suite potential • 13,843 sq. ft. lot in popular Pebble Hill • Updated throughout, too much to list!

• Open concept floorplan with vaulted ceilings and Whistler-style flair • Phenomenal backyard with manicured landscaping • Close to schools, parks and many amenities

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STUNNING MARINA GARDENS RANCHER! • Updated throughout with 2,200+ sq. ft. + 3 bedrooms • Executive open concept plan with too many updates to list • Exclusive golf course community • Corner lot with outstanding yard space + double garage • Close to top rated school and only minutes into town

W NE TING LIS

505 Tralee Cr., Tsawwassen

5558 Cutter Rd., Ladner

$1,388,800

$1,398,800

STUNNING CUL-DE-SAC HOME IN PEBBLE HILL! • Westcoast inspired architecture • Updated throughout with open concept plan • 3,000+ sq. ft. home on 9,914 sq. ft. lot • 4 bedrooms plus den and bonus games room • Quiet, family friendly location close to schools and parks

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SUBDIVIDABLE LOT IN CENTRAL TSAWWASSEN!

Top 1% of ALL REALTORS IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009, 2010, 2011 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015 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.

• Potential to subdivide into 2 single family lots • 13.347 sq. ft. lot close to town centre • Livable two-level home that can be held for investment • Walking distance to schools, parks, shopping and services • Inquire for more information

W NE TING LIS

4923 Cedar Cr., Tsawwassen

1071 53a St., Tsawwassen

$1,399,900

$1,400,000

POTENTIALLY SUBDIVIDABLE IN BEACH GROVE!

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

WESTCOAST INSPIRED FAMILY HOME W/VIEW!

• Expansive executive home w/ 4 bedrooms plus games room & den • 4,000 sq. ft. of living space with room for everyone • Large rooms and open concept kitchen design • Large fenced yard and quiet street • Close to parks and schools • Easy access into Richmond and Vancouver

AN ABSOLUTE STUNNER!

• Over 10,000 sq. ft. rectangular lot across from the golf course • Wonderfully updated rancher can still be kept or held during rezoning • Updates throughout and private yard with nice landscaping • Located close to schools and many amenities • Just a few blocks from the beach

• Phenomenal $500k+ modern renovation • Too much to list, endless top-of-the-line upgrades • Gorgeous finishings in and out plus truly exquisite landscaping • Fantastic Pebble Hill location, Ultra private setting • This one must be seen!

5711 16th Ave., Tsawwassen

201 Murphy Dr., Tsawwassen

$1,585,000

$1,688,800

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4888 53RD ST. Hawthorne, Ladner

4935 63A ST. Holly, Ladner

4941 CENTRAL AV. Hawthorne, Ladner

5109 59A ST. Hawthorne, Ladner

5135 CLIFF PL Cliff Drive, Tsaw.

5249 LAUREL DR. Hawthorne, Ladner

5279 WINDJAMMER RD. Neilsen Grove, Ladner

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5375 WELLBURN DR. Hawthorne, Ladner

5620 ADMIRAL BV Neilsen Grove, Ladner

5871 FAIR WD Neilsen Grove, Ladner

# 39 5900 FERRY RD. Neilsen Grove, Ladner

1067 WILMINGTON DR. Tsawwassen Central, Tsaw.

1425 WINDSOR CR. Cliff Drive, Tsaw.

4531 60B ST. Holly, Ladner

#1 Agent in South Delta*

2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015! *Based on number of sales in whole or in part on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Statistics

www.fraserelliott.com

ONE OF THE BEST VIEWS IN TOWN!

• Over 5,000 sq. ft. home on huge 15,748 sq. ft. lot • 6 bedrooms + den and gamesroom • Luxurious finishings throughout • Gorgeous landscaping & outdoor entertaining space • Legal 1 bedroom side suite • Must be seen to be appreciated!

• Built in 2012

• Stunning panoramic views of mountains and Boundary Bay • Gorgeous updates throughout, too much to list!

• 4,380+ sq. ft. 5 bedroom home located on 8,288 sq. ft. lot • Perched at the top of Tsawwassen’s premier “The Terrace” neighbourhood • Breathtaking master bedroom with dream ensuite • Double garage and hot tub in ultra private backyard

5139 Cooper Pl., Ladner

163 Woodland Dr., Tsawwassen

$1,988,800

$1,998,800

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

STUNNING WATERFRONT RESIDENCE! • Freehold location with phenomenal unobstructed views • Updated throughout to show like new, too much to list!

• Private lot with beach access and boat moorage • 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and over 2,200 sq. ft.

• Almost every room has a spectacular view

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4273 River Road W., Ladner

218 Tsawwassen Beach Rd., Tsawwassen

$2,500,000

$2,788,800 CUSTOM BUILT RIVERFRONT HOME W/PRIVATE DOCK!

RIVERFRONT 20 ACRE PARCEL! • 20 acres of prime Riverfront farmland • ALR designated • Invest in South Delta & watch your money grow!

• Type 1 soil allows harvesting of many crops • Income producing investment property

• 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

6454 River Rd., Ladner

4259 River Rd. W., Ladner

$2,900,000

$2,888,800 FARMLAND!

5.6 ACRE PARCEL WITH REDEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL!

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January 8, 2016 The Delta Optimist A25

* South Delta’s #1 Real Estate Agent.

(2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015)

• 28.59 acres of prime farmland • Excellent investment property with annual income • ALR, A1 zoning • Type 1 soil allows harvesting of many crops • High profile location

• One of a kind property with custom Top 1% of ALL REALTORS® built 2004 home IN GREATER VANCOUVER • Services and preliminary plans for in 2009, 2010, 2011 potential new Subdivision 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015 • Non ALR, agricultural zoning • Lovely, 3 bedroom family home built Top 5% of all REALTORS® to excellent standards in Greater Vancouver • Hold, live in, redevelop, outstanding in 2006, 2007, 2008 investment opportunity

LOT 1 HWY 99 BB, Ladner

300 Copsefield Dr., Tsawwassen

$5,688,800

$6,388,800

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

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6677 LONDON CT. Holly, Ladner

6703 1A AV. Boundary Beach, Tsaw.

6754 LONDON DR. Holly, Ladner

10970 NORUM CR. Nordel, N. Delta

6243 HOLLY PARK CT. Holly, Ladner

1425 WINDSOR CR Cliff Drive, Tsawwassen

10279 SHEAVES WY Nordel, N. Delta

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South Surrey White Rock

2268 ST. GEORGE ST Mount Pleasant, Vancouver East

6299 CRESCENT PL Holly, Ladner

5655 10 AV Tsawwassen East, Tsawwassen

5955 CRESCENT DR Hawthorne, Ladner

1085 BAYVIEW DR Tsawwassen Central, Tsawwassen

5260 6TH AV Pebble Hill, Tsawwassen

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This representation based on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board.

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Call us today for a free evaluation out to what your home is worth!!

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#1 in South Delta! Based on total REBGV MLS Sales 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, & 2015. *Jennifer Dupuis - Buyers Specialist, REALTOR®, Garrett Chu - Vice President - Sales, REALTOR®, Fraser Elliott - President, REALTOR®, Amber Haklander - Vice President - Sales, REALTOR®, Julie Crouch - Unlicensed Assistant, Marketing & Administration, Rachel MacInnes - Marketing & Sales, REALTOR®

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1557 Farrell Avenue | NEW LISTING | $898,000 Beach Grove (very desirable area in central Tsawwassen) just steps to beach and trails yet close to shops and Elementary school. This renovated home sits on a beautifully landscaped and private 50 X 125 (6,254 sq.ft.) west exposed lot. The home offers open concept kitchen with stainless appliances including gas range overlooking the living and dining areas and out through sliding doors to 700 sq.ft. private deck. The bedrooms are quietly tucked away and share a full bathroom. There are vinyl windows, hardwood and slate floors, a 3 year old composite roof, best of all it’s a great location and great value.

TYPE: House/Single Family • SUBAREA: Beach Grove • TAXES (2015): $3,517.09 • SIZE: 1,005 sqft • MLS: R2022424

305-1300 Hunter Road | HUNTER GREEN | $359,000 SUB-PENTHOUSE. Wonderful complex just steps to Town Center, transportation to the city and within walking distance of Beach and Rec. Center. This is a beautiful and bright corner suite with N/W exposure and a wrap around deck. There are 2 large bedrooms both with bathrooms, the master has vaulted ceilings, walk through closet and a 3 piece ensuite. The other bedroom has a full bath adjacent. The white kitchen with a family room/eating area is adjacent to open plan living and dining rooms. There are 9’ ceilings, lots of windows, 5 appliances, maintenance includes gas fireplace and hot water heat. This is an adult complex, pets are not allowed nor rentals.

TYPE: Apartment/Condo • SUBAREA: Beach Grove SIZE: 1,078 sqft • MAINTENANCE FEE: $315.00 • TAXES (2015): $1,865.93 • MLS: R2022536

104-4768 53rd Street | SUNNINGDALE | $375,000

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One owner ground floor n/e corner suite in Sunningdale IV. Great complex in heart of Ladner has a great CRF as well as a large long term maintenance fund. Suite can be rented & has a secure underground parking stall & locker. It is in great condition w/an open concept plan. Large white kitchen overlooks living & dining rooms.

Beautifully renovated one bedroom suite in small complex near shops, parks, beaches, and transportation to the city. This south facing suite has a covered balcony/sunroom (not included in square footage). The new maple kitchen with black appliances and pantry overlooks the dining room and into the living room.

Welcome to paradise! Custom built float home by a local Vancouver artist. Featuring decorative French windows, refinished timber floors and wood burning stove. An exuberance of windows and natural light, the attention to detail will truly WOW you! Situated right on the Fraser River with unobstructed views of the North Shore mountains.

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OBITUARIES MICHELS, Louwerina (Lynn)

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COX, Clifford Garnet December 16, 1929 - December 19, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving husband, father & grandfather. Born to William & Evelyn Cox in The Pas Manitoba, Cliff lived in The Pas & worked for the CNR as a brakeman. In 1953 he went to Uranium City as a uranium prospector/assayer until joining the RCAF in 1954 as a radio tech. While stationed in France he met his future wife Sheila.

They moved to Ottawa where their daughter was born & a year later while stationed in Germany, their son arrived. On their return to Canada in 1966, they lived in Vancouver & Richmond. After his retirement from the RCAF in 1973, the family toured Europe for a year in a camper. He then joined CP Air as an avionics tech. They moved to White Rock and finally to Ladner. Cliff & Sheila covered many miles in their RV & enjoyed cruising & exotic trips. Cliff was a kind, caring man with a quiet sense of humour, who was loved & respected by all who knew him. Cliff is survived by wife Sheila, daughter Kerri (Greg), son Rob (Ruth) & grandchildren Connor, Taylor, Catrionagh & Liam as well as his three sisters & many nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by his two brothers.

Our grateful thanks to the caring staff of Delta Hospital, Augustine House, Mountain View Manor & especially to Dr Kordic. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Delta Hospital Foundation or Canadian Cancer Society. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

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HINDE, William Francis (Bill) August 31, 1919 December 29, 2015

Dear Dad, Grampa, GreatGramps and Great-GreatGramps, passed away peacefully at Mt View Manor.

He leaves his loving wife, Audrey of 74 wonderful, happy years and in his words “She was my first love and I married her,” also his daughter Penny Thorbeck (Marty deceased), son Bill (Janis), grandchildren Scott, Jenny (Brian), Warren (Carley), Cindy (Connie), great-grandchildren Kristy (Raynar), Candice (Ryan), Katey (Soonbum), Matthew, Madison and McKenzie as well as two great-great-grandsons Levi and Fischer.

Bill married Audrey August 2, 1941, while in the RCAF. They settled in the family home in Richmond after the war, where gardening was a passion. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing and hunting. Audrey and Bill left their family home to make a new one in Ladner, later to a townhouse, then to Augustine House.

Born September 30, 1927 in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Mom passed peacefully at KinVillage Care Home January 1, 2016 in her 89th year. Survived by her children; Yvonne (David), Linda Doug), Andy (Teri), predeceased by her son, Martin. Beloved Oma of Rebecca (Richard), Teresa (Robbie), Nicole (Simon), Alex and Morgan. Granny to great-grandchildren Logan and Lily. She will be remembered by many friends and relatives in Canada and the Netherlands. Lynn was predeceased by her former husband, Teunis in 2003.

Mom lived in Richmond from 1963 until her move to Ladner in 1994. She moved to Tsawwassen in 2010 to KinVillage – Assisted Living and later to the Care Home.

Mom was a beautiful woman with an infectious smile. She had a sense of humor that could light up a room.

Lynn’s passions were her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was for many years involved with the Science of Mind Church in Vancouver. Her past hobbies included square dancing, 5 pin bowling, knitting – including very beautiful Cowichan - style sweaters and playing the organ. In addition to being an excellent homemaker, she was at one time a crossing guard at both Blundell and Cook schools.

Mom proudly became a Canadian Citizen in 1977.

We wish to thank Dr. Long and the staff at KinVillage - Assisted Living and KinVillage Care Home for their attention and care to our Mom, Oma and Granny.

In lieu of flowers and in memory of Mom, donations to Variety - The Children’s Charity in BC http://www.variety.bc.ca or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

The family asks that you share your condolences and stories online at www.deltafuneral.ca .

There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, March 5, 2016, 2 – 4 pm. at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Ladner, BC. Delta Funeral Home (604) 946-6040

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Bill was a loving, caring man whose life was centered around family, who enjoyed all the fruits of Mum and Dad’s labor in the garden.

Bill retired from Woodward’s meat department after 40 years of dedicated service. He will be remembered by many children as “Uncle Bill, the wiener man” as he gave away many to keep children happy.

In lieu of flowers, donations would be greatly appreciated to our Delta Hospital www.dhfoundation.ca and so many thanks to all our Angels at Mt View Manor. Family Service to follow.

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ALL SMALL BREED PUPS Local, Non-Shedding and Vet Checked.

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Period of employment: March 15, 2016 to Sept 15, 2016.

To apply, please fax resume: Attention: Norm Spencer Fax: 604-946-5575, Cranwest Farms 6770 -72nd St, Delta

F/T P/T Sales + CSR Inside showroom sales & office support req’d for busy Tilbury company Afternoon & Sat. Suits mature student.

Will train, $12-18/hr. plus commissions. Fax resume (604) 946-3781

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Healthcare Documentation Specialists in huge demand.

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Shawnigan 1 bedroom suites available with in-suite storage.

Buildings are located within walking distance of shopping centre and bus route. For more info please call 604-948-9111.

Tsawwassen Terrace Completely renovated, spacious modern 2 bedroom suites available. Heat and parking included in the rent.

Please call 604-948-9111.

LADNER Del Rio and Evergreen Lane Bachelor and 1 bedroom suites available in quiet well maintained buildings. Located near shops, school and bus routes. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, and drapes.

Heat and h/w included at Del Rio. To view these suites please call 604-454-4469 Georgia Court, Harbourside and Westport Bachelor suites available in the heart of Ladner Village.

Harbourside rent includes 2 appl, drapes and hot water.

Georgia Court heat is included. Westport has insuite laundry hook-up available. To view these suites please call 604-868-9453

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Seniors Residence

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Tsawwassen - 325 to 3500 sq. ft. Ladner - 727 sq. ft.

Contact: Tina Thygesen, Century Group 604-943-2203

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DRAINAGE

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