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Training put to good use

Delta firefighters provide expanded medical care for accident and fire victims so we can relay all the information back to them and if a patient is willing It was years in the to self-release, meaning making and endured a they want to get to the controversial launch, but hospital or walk-in clinic Delta’s fire chief says the on their own and don’t enhanced medical assiswant to have paramedics tance provided by firetransport, the patient can fighters is now experiencself-release from us, and ing nothing but positives. the ambulance service Firefighters have been can take that car off that providing advanced care call and reprioritize it to a to accident and fire vicmore serious call.” tims since June 2015, Copeland said a recent administering pain relief call in Ladner speaks volmedication, taking blood umes of the value of sharpressure, using pulse oxiing information. meters, admin“The call was istering IVs and for an elderly lady providing airway and while we were management. on route, the call Fire Chief Dan was cancelled, Copeland said but our guys just when the proarrived outside the cess to change home and decided Delta bylaws to they would go enable firefight- Fire Chief in and check on Dan Copeland ers to acquire the patient anyenhanced training was ways,” he said. “With the started several years ago, enhanced medical training it was challenging dealing we were able to assess the with the various agencies patient and determined and government bodies. that her oxygen levels were “I know we and the quite low. They relayed Corporation of Delta lobthat information and, in bied just about everyone fact, the ambulance serand just when we thought vice re-deployed the car. we were close to getting an “In the past without that agreement, the Ministry training, we either don’t of Health changed their go inside because we have minds,” Copeland recalled. been told the call was can“But at that point we had celled, or we do go inside 80 per cent of our firefight- and then can’t do what ers trained and the equipwe did because we didn’t ment was in place, so we have the training. Who got all the legal opinions to knows what might have see what we could do.” happened.”

Since acquiring the In January, the fire enhanced training, firedepartment utilized its fighters are dispatched enhanced medical trainsimultaneously during a ing on 79 per cent of the 911 call involving a medimedical or motor vehicle cal emergency. accident calls it attended.

“So this means that Mayor Lois Jackson said when we arrive on scene she is proud of the fire we have the ability now to department and proud assess the patient and we that civic officials fought can provide some form of for this for so many years. pain management while “It’s the people’s serwaiting for the paramedics vices, it’s the people’s tax to arrive,” Copeland said. dollars, so if firefighters “We also are in concan get there first and stant communication provide comfort, that is with the paramedics, what’s important to me,” IAN JACQUES

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Delta firefighters have been providing advanced medical care to accident and fire victims since June 2015. said Jackson. “When the paramedics get there all the vitals are done and the paramedics can then know exactly where that patient is and they have a baseline from which to work. Working together like this has been good for the people of Delta and that’s my main concern.

“As long as this is working for this community, I will stand by it.”

Dr. William Dick, vice president of medical programs for BC Emergency Health Services, said there has been good cooperation.

“Every month they send us the call logs and I’ve reviewed the patient care that has been occurring and I have had no con-

cerns,” said Dick. “We are building a good trustworthy relationship and when there has been an issue, there has been no problem calling them and asking them just to change this or that.

“The BC Ambulance (Service) crews are working well with them on the street. Things are much better than they were in the sense of cooperation and I think their desire to give that enhanced patient experience. There have been no downsides to it.”

Copeland said firefighters can get to most accident scenes within three to eight minutes, while paramedics are 10 minutes or greater behind.

“We cover a large

geographic area and cars (ambulances) are dispatched to service throughout the Metro Vancouver area,” said Copeland. “We’ve had cars from White Rock, Burnaby, Abbotsford, Richmond and Vancouver. Yes, the cars are available at the beginning of our shift in Tsawwassen, Ladner or North Delta, but throughout the shift, those cars could be anywhere.

“And this has nothing to do with the front-line paramedics. They are outstanding and they work very well with our firefighters. The focus is always on the patient and has never been about us replacing the work of the paramedics.”

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A transition house for women and their children seeking safety from domestic violence is coming to Delta.

Delta North MLA Scott Hamilton and others will be on hand at a press conference at municipal hall today to announce that funding will be made available for a facility.

B.C. Housing has pur-

chased an eight-bedroom home and the province will be going out to tender for a service provider.

Last fall, a working group led by the Canadian Federation of University Women South Delta made

public their concern that it had secured a house from the Corporation of Delta for a transition home but government operating dollars weren’t available.

Saying it was a good idea when he learned of

the proposal, Hamilton noted the request came in when the province was in the middle of a budget cycle. Now the money is available and an even better house has been obtained, he said.

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Three athletes shared their personal stories of life, competition and faith at the 43rd edition of the Delta Leadership Prayer Breakfast last Saturday at the Tsawwassen Springs ballroom. Ben Josephson, head coach of the men’s volleyball team at Trinity Western University, Adam Froese, a member of Canada’s field hockey team at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio, and Natalie Boyd, a Canadian Interuniversity Sport champion and national level soccer player, addressed the crowd. Pastor Rick Burdett of South Delta Baptist Church led the event in prayer. For over four decades, the breakfast has provided an opportunity for people to gather as a reminder that many people in public office, as well as those in the private sector, still place a high priority on Christian values and guidance from God. See more photos at www.delta-optimist.com.

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Parking faux pas results in not so sweet revenge

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• Feb. 23, 11:57 p.m., Roberts Bank Way: Report received of a theft of an excavator from a construction site on Deltaport causeway. The machine was driven along the beach foreshore and around a barricade to the

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• Feb. 22, 7:31 p.m., ferry terminal: A report was received from a worker that a female had stolen a bag from the hand bag kiosk. The bag is described as a dark brown laptop bag valued at $350.

• Feb. 24, 9:17 p.m., 200-block of Morningside Drive: Report of a youth breaking a fence while leaving a neighbour’s party. The neighbour was

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roadside and then left abandoned. No damage to the excavator. No suspects.

• Feb. 24, 1:53 p.m., 4600-block of 88th Street: Complainant reported the wire fence to their farm field was cut, causing $100 damage. Suspects likely attempting to steal rocks that have minimal value.

• Feb. 25, 5:15 p.m., 4700-block of Garry Street: Complainant reported they had parked their car encroaching on a driveway to a condo complex in order to walk their 90-year-old father to a funeral at the church.

When they returned to their vehicle there was a note that stated, “Nice park job enjoy the sugar in your gas tank.” Repair facility confirmed damage and estimated repair cost at $500.

• Feb. 26, 4:42 a.m., 4600-block of 51st Avenue: Complainant contacted police indicating they were holding a male who had broken the glass pane in the front door and entered the residence. The complainant held the suspect until police arrived.

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

apologetic and informed the complainant that their daughter, who hosted the party, will pay for the damage.

• Feb. 26. 9:45 a.m., 1500-block of 56th Street: A complainant informed police they had observed two males leave a mattress and box spring in the parking lot. A license plate number was provided to police. Police contacted the owner of the vehicle who indicated they found the mattress at the same spot and thought it would be useful to them. Quickly finding they could not use the mattress, they returned it to the exact spot. Police were able to corroborate the story and advised all parties of the bylaw prohibiting dumping of such items.

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Tsawwassen Springs has submitted an application to Delta to revise the last two condo buildings in the golf course development.

Tsaw. Springs looks to reduce size of condos

Amendment sought as buyers want smaller units

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that would not apply to smaller, less expensive units.

Bordered by Highway 17 and 52nd Street, the original development received approval in 2008 after a lengthy public hearing.

Although the number of condos could be going down, the development, overall, could grow even larger because more recently Toigo purchased an adjacent property with the intent of taking most of it out of the Agricultural Land Reserve to build 60 townhomes.

The additional townhouse plan is still in the application phase.

Developed by Talisman Homes and Shato Holdings, Tsawwassen Springs will have about 500 housing units, from condos to single-family, when all phases are completed in 2018. It also features an 18-hole golf course, banquet facilities, Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar and other amenities.

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Tsawwassen Springs wants to go smaller.

Delta council gave preliminary approval Monday to an application by the Tsawwassen Golf and Country Club Ltd. to shrink the size of condos that would be built in the final two phases of development. The smallest units would be just 538 square feet.

“The applicant has indicated that they wish to reduce the minimum unit size as they have found that there is a demand for smaller units,” states a report to council. “During the sales of the apartments in the first two phases, their sales team learned that many potential buyers were interested in purchasing smaller and thus less expensive units than the smallest one bedroom and den units offered at the time.”

The first two phases,

which included 136 condos, have been completed while a third phase, a sixstorey concrete structure that is to have 90 units, is now under construction.

The fourth and final phase is for a four-storey building with 63 units.

If approved, the rezoning application, which must still go to a public hearing, would see the total number of condos over the four phases at 289 units, down from the 296 that would had been originally permitted under the current zoning for the site, according to Delta planning staff.

It’s not the first time the size of condos at Tsawwassen Springs have been modified. In 2010, council agreed to allow the addition of more than 50 units to the development after developer Ron Toigo came back with an application to create smaller units. At the time, he said a big reason for the change was due to the HST, a tax

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adner lost one of the good guys last week with the passing of Bill Jones.

His name might not be instantly recognizable to many today, but if you were a merchant in Ladner back in the 1980s, you knew the name well. Bill made sure of that.

I got to know him back then from the weekly Ladner Business Association meetings at the old Hong Kong Inn. His title with the group had something to do with membership, although town booster and chief recruiter would have probably been a more accurate description of the role the semi-retired 60-something played with the organization.

Bill loved his community and saw the potential in it if business owners came together to take action. He was passionate about the cause and couldn’t fathom why others in town didn’t share that enthusiasm, to the point where he wasn’t shy about sharing such an opinion.

I remember Bill’s verbal report as the best part of every meeting. He would regale those assembled in the dimly lit private room at the back of the restaurant with stories of how he had used his charm to convince a particular merchant to join the LBA or how he was having to get tough, but making headway, with another.

He employed an “old school” approach, so much so that at one meeting I can recall members presenting him with a baseball bat to augment his recruitment efforts. If you didn’t know him well Bill could come across as gruff, but it didn’t take long for that bluster to give way to a laugh so genuine you knew it was coming from a good place.

I still wonder how many merchants joined the LBA during the 1980s simply because they wanted Bill to stop darkening their doorstep. He knew what was best for them, and the community, even if they didn’t.

I didn’t see Bill as much in recent years, but whenever I’d run into him around town it was like seeing an old friend. I’m sad that friend is now gone, but I’m thankful for having known him, on a personal and professional level.

In order for communities to thrive they need people like Bill, individuals who are willing to get involved, to put in an effort on behalf of something much bigger than themself. Ladner was lucky to have had Bill Jones.

Complainers need to reflect on how lucky they really are

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t’s too bad that whomever came up with the name of this newspaper couldn’t see more people talk about good things that happen in, or are available in, our community. From politics to infrastructure issues and from developments to the environment, there has been a plethora of divisive negativity in our community for a very long time and I think people are becoming blind to it.

Recently, friends of mine have offered up potential new names for the paper based on the overwhelming content of late. They have suggested the likes of the Huntington Post or the Massey Gazette.

Before Mayor Lois Jackson retires, and the inevitable shake up that will ensue around our council table, I think our municipal governors should pass a bylaw suggesting that citizens of Delta have to take an hour long walk on the dike, at Watershed Park, at Deas Island Regional Park or Boundary Bay Regional Park once a month.

They would have to relax, regard and reflect on just how lucky they are to live here. Maybe then they could describe their new found awareness in a letter to the editor to support the name of our paper.

We are incredibly lucky to live here despite the perceived assault on our quality of life. I chuckle to

Community Comment MIKE SCHNEIDER

myself when I read letters from people who lament the idea of six-storey monstrosities being built in our midst. Seriously?

Remember the palm tree intrusion? That was a beauty.

I know that good news isn’t necessarily great for the newspaper business, but it would be nice to read something optimistic every once in a while.

I realize that our geography presents a multitude of challenges when it comes to major infrastructure buildout, but I am also not naive enough to believe that we could be completely insulated from growth. I can’t think of anywhere in the Western world where growth and change are exempt from our life cycles.

Preventing change seems to have been a guiding principle around here for way too long.

I can hardly wait for the bridge to replace the George Massey

Tunnel and I hope that I can downsize in my own community and move to the Southlands or Tsawwassen Springs one day.

The South Fraser Perimeter Road saves me time and money and I am happy that government is keeping our economy strong by working to ensure we have adequate infrastructure to facilitate trade in the Pacific Rim and elsewhere.

Despite local efforts to stop a third berth at Deltaport, the construction of the SFPR, power lines, and other contentious South Delta issues, government has acted. I trust government and cabinet to make these difficult decisions for us. Parliamentary democracy has served us well for a long time.

Obviously, not everyone will agree with decisions governments make, but in general, I don’t see that the decisions are being made hastily, and I have faith that the inner circle of cabinet make pragmatic choices they feel are best for all British Columbians.

Where we live, it is important to have representation in government to mitigate any potential damage to our farmland or sensitive environmental areas.

I am Optimistic for the future.

Mike Schneider is founder of Project Pickle and likes to write about growing, cooking and eating food. He is a Jamie Oliver Food Revolution ambassador.

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Letters

Delta puts squeeze on commercial dog walkers

Editor: The Corporation of Delta recently posted a proposal for a commercial dog walking policy on its website. The process began nearly two years ago and most dog owners, and likely some dog walkers, are unaware.

The North 40 Park Reserve was made available in 2010 as an offleash dog park. Delta was requested in March 2015 to consider allowing commercial dog walkers to freely exercise up to six dogs at a time. In the weeks of May 16 and

May 23, 2016, an onsite survey was conducted.

Three hundred and fifty park users completed the survey and 179 individuals completed it online for a total of 529 responses.

Unfortunately, the survey was not publicized, did not include the evening hours or the weekend, and its results give no information about how many commercial dog walkers are using the area or how many individuals utilize off-leash dog walkers.

Delta’s proposal is based on those 529 responses and the research the

department conducted.

Unfortunately, commercial dog walkers and their clients did not have an opportunity to provide input.

Delta created a set of very strict and difficult rules that severely impact service providers.

Besides following a set of ground rules that are normal and standard in the industry, such as having adequate liability insurance or not allowing problem dogs in off-leash areas, Delta’s commercial walkers at the North 40 will:

• Only be allowed four dogs off-leash in the designated area.

• All dogs must be leashed the entire distance of 800-plus metres from the parking lot to the designated area and back.

• Delta’s dog walkers are only allowed to operate at that location weekdays between 9 and 11 a.m. and 2 and 4 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. However, the most important time for clients and the busiest time for walkers is between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

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As a current, past or future client of a commercial dog walker, as a dog owner, or as a park user, please speak up. Dog walkers have the same goals as we all do: to find ways to share public spaces without conflicts.

Get informed at delta. ca. If you would like to submit feedback or have questions regarding the terms and conditions of Delta’s new policy, please email talk@delta. ca and include the subject line: “Commercial Dog Walking” by April 30.

Antje Danielson

cial dog walkers will be required to pay an annual permit fee of $500 plus tax, and a carry $5 million liability insurance.

Comparative to areas researched by the department (Richmond, West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Metro Vancouver and Surrey), Delta will have among the least amount of off-leash dogs per walker, least hourly availability, least amount of designated space, highest permit fees, highest fines and among the highest liability insurance requirements.

Coffee shop not needed in East Ladner Personal information

Editor: Re: East Ladner resident would like coffee shop in neighbourhood, letter to the editor, Feb. 24 As a resident of Ladner for almost 30 years and East Ladner for over 27 of them, I would like to congratulate Mayor Lois Jackson and councillors Sylvia Bishop, Jeannie Kanakos and Heather King for their no votes on the Tim Hortons proposal.

In the face of ever-growing pressures of greed and development, it takes great strength to look at the peo-

ple who may be affected and just say, “Enough.”

Since the building of the South Fraser Perimeter Road, myself and neighbours who live on or close to Ladner Trunk Road have been facing ever-increasing traffic volume, both cars and heavy trucks, and rampant speeding. We have been quietly working with the Delta police to resolve some of these problems and the last thing we need is an added reason for non-residents to use us a short cut on their com-

mute home.

One of the reasons we moved to East Ladner is that we like our neighbours to be only farms, cows and trains. The farmers have always been incredibly respectful of neighbourhoods and seasonal disruptions are brief.

I used to wake my girls in the middle of the night to watch the huge harvesters going down the road, and we love the lack of commercialism on this side of Ladner. If you wish to walk to stores, you need to buy in west Ladner.

Let us not forget in the 1970s Richmond was the size that Ladner was about 10 to 15 years ago, and without strong leadership I fear we may end up in the same way.

By the way, if the Camerons would like to walk to get a coffee they are welcome to come by my house and I will make them one any time. And if they want a job within walking distance, the Co-op and cold beer and wine store are always hiring.

L. Mathews

Former mayor doesn’t like Delta becoming a city Editor: It’s unclear what drives Delta council to change its historical legal description from the Corporation of Delta to the City of Delta.

Rumor has it Rotterdam had difficulty comprehending the Corporation of Delta as a local government. Are we prepared to alter our heritage because of an idle comment from Rotterdam?

Delta has always used

the Corporation of Delta interchangeably with the Municipality of Delta. We now have a municipal hall, municipal employees, municipal parks and buildings. So why change, and why the haste without public consultation?

Delta is a legal entity with a land mass of some 40,000 acres, with settlements separated by 25,000 acres of farmland and a 6,000-acre bog. The cen-

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tre of our proposed “city” would be farmland and bog, certainly the oddest city on any map.

I don’t want to live in a city. If I did, I would move to one. I don’t think our farmers and fishermen wish to be defined by the label city. I have lived all my life in this rural community and I cannot fathom change for no good reason. All I can reckon are lost dollars without a

penny of benefits.

Please sign the electoral response form available online or request a copy and drop it off at any of the five locations before March 31.

According to the legislation, 6,993 residents are needed to oppose council’s initiative.

Without proper consultation, I find this process disappointing.

Doug Husband

was not shared by Huntington’s office

Editor: Re: MLA playing politics with information on Liberal website, letter to the editor, Feb. 22 I find it necessary to respond to Corinne Allen’s letter as she has made erroneous assumptions based on false information.

The office of Vicki Huntington did not “bring confidential personal information to the media.” I understand why Allen might think this as we have recently received a copy of the apology letter that “Today’s BC Liberals” sent out to affected supporters. It states: “We learned that your personal information was provided to a member of the media by independent MLA Vicki Huntington.” This is not true.

Our office, at no time, gave out any personal information to any-

one. We sent a link to a respected journalist. This link was publicly available to anyone in the world — there was no security, no encryption, no password required.

Finally, I want to comment on checking up on the government donor list. I would suggest that all political offices routinely check donor lists in an effort to be vigilant for possible conflicts of interest in pending legislation or policy.

This is publicly available information for all political parties (including independents) and I would recommend any interested reader to look through the political donations database to see who gives how much. You will find it very illuminating.

B. Kudzin Constituency Assistant Vicki Huntington, MLA, Delta South

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Already a strong supporter of Reach, including as a sponsor of the annual Reach for the Stars fundraising gala, Dayhu facilitated gathering donations from other Boundary Bay Industrial Park businesses.

“The work Reach does in the Delta community is immeasur-

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D’Aquila said Dayhu’s commitment to vulnerable children is both admirable and heart-warming.

A child development

centre under construction adjacent to the Ladner Pioneer Library will allow Reach to double the number of children with special needs it supports.

The Reach Foundation, with support from the Corporation of Delta, has raised $5.2 million of the $5.7 million needed to complete the project.

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Expansion of FortisBC’s Tilbury LNG plant nearing completion SANDOR GYARMATI

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The $400-million expansion at the FortisBC Tilbury plant is in the stretch drive.

“The hydro test is completed on the tank and we’re about 85 per cent complete on the project, overall, on construction.

Over the next number of months we’ll be doing more commissioning of testing of various units before we start testing the full plant,” said Doug Stout, vice-president of development.

In operation since 1971, the current facility can liquefy 5,000 gigajoules (GJ) of gas per day and has a storage capacity of 600,000 GJ. The expanded facility will be able to liquefy an additional 34,000 GJ of natural gas per day and will add 1.1 million GJ of additional storage capacity.

According to Fortis, the additional equipment will

to accommodate the help meet the expanded markets, growing LNG but a new marine jetty demands of the would eventually be transportation required to accommosector, remote date barges and smallcommunities scale vessels, ships that and industry in would then go out to B.C. provide fuel for larger Stout said the ships in the harbour. target is to have That’s where a the expansion proposal by Wespac operating by Midstream comes into summer. play.

Stout noted Hoping to provide Fortis is also LNG to overseas marlooking at opportunities overseas FILE PHOTO kets, WesPac is proposing to construct and is focusing FortisBC hopes to have the $400-miland operate an LNG on the marine lion expansion of its Tilbury LNG plant marine jetty adjacent bunkering secoperational by summer. to the existing FortisBC tor. BC Ferries is ing cruise ships that are Tilbury plant. Fortis is already introducbeing built for LNG,” Stout also eying the facility to ing the new Salish class explained. “We see this supply to the marine secferries that are capable of as an opportunity, given tor. running on either natural the scope and scale of the The Wespac proposal gas or ultra-low sulphur Port of Vancouver here still has to go through an diesel. with the number of ships, environmental assessment “On a worldwide basis, an opportunity to develop to meet both the provinyou’re seeing a move a marine bunkering hub cial B.C. Environmental towards lowering emishere.”

Assessment Act and sions in the marine secStout noted the expanthe federal Canadian tors and getting more of a sion nearing completion Environmental push for LNG. In Europe, at Tilbury would be able Assessment Act. for example, you’re see-

Evolution helping with Shoe Bank’s next step

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Ladner’s Evolution Fulfillment is partnering with Shoe Bank Canada to allow the Kelownabased charity to expand its operations.

On the heals of its success in Kelowna and Ottawa, Shoe Bank Canada plans to launch its first Lower Mainland Shoe Drive this April and has recently partnered with Evolution Fulfillment.

“All of the shoes that we collect in the Vancouver region will be sent to Evolution Fulfillment, sorted and then disseminated as needed,” said Sue Ross of Shoe Bank Canada.

“They are our new Lower Mainland partners. Their values align with our values. It’s very important for them to give back to their communities, so it is a perfect paring.”

Shoe Bank Canada hosts shoe drives each spring and fall, reaching

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During the past five years, Shoe Bank Canada has collected and distributed tens of thousands of pairs of shoes throughout Canada, reaching individuals in need of work shoes, winter boots, and other comfortable and reliable footwear.

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Recruits are trained on conducted energy weapons (Tasers).

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DELTA POLICE OFFICER Long road to becoming a

Ian Jacques Contributing Writer

Department has an extensive hiring process where no stone is left unturned

Police Chief Neil Dubord watches the swearing in ceremony.

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So you have an interest in law enforcement Hiring process and want to join the Delta Police DepartSix or seven times a year, the DPD will ment? Well, get ready for a challenging invite applicants to write exams, the first step process that will test you not only mentally in an exhaustive process. and physically, but emotionally too.

“We usually get 150 applicants for that Recently, the department welcomed seven and pick the most competitive people in the officers, two from Alberta and five recruits range of 25 to 30 people who will write that who are in the final stages first test. The people of their training at the who are successful in “At every stage of this Justice Institute in New writing that exam are process we begin to weed then invited to put in a Westminster.

The officers come from people out and the pool full application,” said diverse backgrounds, Simone. of candidates does get bringing with them unique “That application smaller as we go” skills and life experiences, will include a resume, – Sgt. Kim Campbell factors the department’s cover letter, a lifestyle recruiting team considers questionnaire. All of for all candidates. that is vetted and we then conduct an intake Prior to the swearing-in ceremony at interview and will move forward if we think municipal hall, the Optimist sat down with the candidate is ready to proceed to the next the three-member DPD recruiting team -steps.”

Sgt. Kim Campbell, Const. Danny Simone Those next steps include physical, mediand Const. Dennis Mah -- for a behind the cal and psychological testing, informational scenes look at what goes into becoming a interviews, a polygraph test as well as backDelta police officer. ground and reference checks, culminating in a final interview with the senior management team.

Recruits undergo driver training at a track in Pitt Meadows.

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Const. Dennis Mah is one of the department’s recruiting team officers.

“At every stage of this process we begin to weed people out and the pool of candidates does get smaller as we go,” said Campbell.

“We have to ensure that every candidate understands the culture and the work that they have signed up for and that they align with the professional values of our organization.”

Simone said no stone is left unturned.

“At the end of the day we don’t want any surprises,” he said. “We check in with neighbours, former teachers, coaches. We ask for 30 references and then we also go off that list to talk with people that they didn’t supply. We want to get a fair look at what this person is all about.”

Once an applicant meets with the senior management team, it will be up to that group to decide whether the candidate will be hired and move forward to the Justice Institute.

“When we make the decision to take them to a senior management interview, we are very committed to hiring these people,” Campbell said. “I would say 99 per cent of the people are hired out of that senior management meeting.”

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TOP RIGHT: Firearms training is part of the first block at the Justice Institute in New Westminster.

BELOW: A reserve member works a CounterAttack roadblock.

BELOW RIGHT: Recruits taking part in immediate rapid deployment training.

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Justice Institute training

Once an applicant is fully vetted and approved by the senior management team, the recruiting team takes the candidate through a pre-hiring process, which usually takes place a week before their first class.

This pre-hire will go through policies, on-board training, issuing of equipment and uniforms, and some study work so each person is on solid ground before they start at the Justice Institute.

Unlike the RCMP where following graduation officers can be stationed across the country, when a person is seeking to be a municipal police officer in B.C., they actually apply directly to the department of their choice.

“From the day they walk into the police academy, they know what agency they will be working for,” said Campbell.

Three classes are held at the Justice Institute every year (January, May and September) and the DPD aims to put at least two people into each class.

Each class usually has up to 36 students, but some recent ones have had as many as 48 thanks to a huge hiring push by the Vancouver Police Department.

Block one is 12 weeks and consists of bookwork as well as driving and firearms training.

Block two is 19 to 21 weeks with the candidate integrated with a field-training officer from the department.

In Delta, there are four patrol squads (A-platoon through Dplatoon) with each squad having two to three designated fieldtraining officers.

Finally, block three sees the candidates return to the Justice Institute for nine more weeks of studying law and applicable applications.

If there is an exempt officer, as is the case with the two hired from Alberta, they will not go to the Justice Institute for full training.

The officers need to get their provincial certification and might go through a bit of training to get acclimated to the community and the department, but can essentially hit the ground running.

What makes a good candidate?

One of the top intangibles is a person who has a strong sense of community.

“Certainly we look for people who were born or brought up in Delta, but also others who have been brought up in communities that have a small-town feel to them,” said Mah. “Those who were active in sports and have the team-player mentality, a good lifestyle, integrity, honesty, strong family and friends, a good job history — these are all the attributes we are looking for. This is a lifetime commitment.”

Policing can be a high stress career choice, so a certain “grit” factor is also high on the list.

“We want people who are resilient, those that can be knocked down, but can get back up. This is a tough job, but it is very rewarding,” said Campbell.”

Swearing-in ceremony

At the recent ceremony, the officers sworn in included Const. Sunny Gahunia, who was with the Calgary Police Department, and Const. Dan Tatla from the Edmonton Police Department. Both are originally from B.C. and decided to move back to the Lower

Mainland for family reasons and quality of life. “I came from a large police service, and I wanted to go to a smaller police service and Delta was highly spoken of from my research,” said Gahunia. “I started here in September and I don’t regret my decision at all. This is a great community. The people of Delta have been phenomenal.”

Constables Scott McClure, Michael Santos and Jessica Slater are part of Class 152, which started training at the Justice Institute Sept. 19 and will graduate June 23.

Constables Navjot Bring and Andrea Tuttle are part of Class 153, which started training Jan. 16 and will graduate Nov. 3.

Bring was born in Richmond, but grew up in Surrey and North Delta. He said he has always had an interest in policing, even as a young boy playing cops and robbers with his friends.

“When I got into university and the criminology program I took a youth justice course where we dealt with kids and how they are affected by crime and I just saw that you can really make a difference and that really tipped the scales for me,” he said.

“Delta is a tightknit organization and it seemed like a natural fit. It is one of the only departments that wear its last names on their uniforms, so that goes to show the connection with our community. We are just not a number to the community, we are actual members of the community and we are here to help, serve and protect.”

Born and raised in Langley, Slater started working for Delta a few years ago as a public safety representative and dispatcher.

“I wanted to take a more hands-on approach. There is only so much you can do from the radio room,” she said. “I applied with Delta and was deferred to the reserve program, which was a huge blessing, as it afforded me a lot of early training. It’s such an interesting workplace and I love the idea of no two days being the same. People generally don’t call the police if they are having a good day. They call in times of crisis, so I like the idea of being in a position to help people.”

Following the presentation of badges and the swearing-in of the officers, Chief Neil Dubord offered a few thoughts. As the ceremony was the day after Valentine’s Day, Dubord borrowed a line from Forrest Gump.

“Policing is like a box of chocolates — you just never know what you are going to get,” he said. “Everyday when a police officer goes out on patrol they have to be prepared for anything. At times this career will bring you a deep sense of joy, a sense of grief, at times anger, and times great laughter, so the lesson is to always be prepared, mentally, physically and emotionally.

“Attitude is everything. Never lose the drive, enthusiasm and passion that got you here today to get your badge. This is a noble profession. Police work is a gift, much like a box of chocolates, so be sure to treat it as such.”

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for Him. The same is true about our relationship with the Lord and with other people. We have come to believe that God loves us and acts on our behalf based on our performance.

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2017 Watermain Flushing Notice The Engineering Department’s Utility Maintenance Section has begun the 2017 annual watermain flushing program. The flushing process may result in your water supply showing sediment and discoloration, otherwise referred to as “dirty water”. If you experience dirty water, please run the cold-water tap (at the highest point in your premises) for approximately 20 minutes or until it clears. Should the problem persist, please contact the Engineering Department at 604-946-3260 or submit a call for service through our website at www.delta.ca.

Watermain flushing is scheduled for the following areas. In some cases these dates and locations may be altered due to unforeseen circumstances.

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0 Ave. to 18 Ave. east of 56 St. including Centennial Beach 0 Ave. to 18 Ave. west of 56 St. including Tsawwassen Beach

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The St. David’s Community Choir will have a Welsh-themed event with music and readings tonight at 7:30 p.m. at St. David’s Church, in the cul-desac at 1115-51A St., Tsawwassen. There will be refreshments afterwards. A minimum donation of $10 is requested.

SDSS musical continues

The musical Thoroughly Modern Millie continues until Saturday, March 4 at South Delta Secondary’s Equinox Theatre. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and curtain is set for 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for seniors/students.

For tickets call 604-9437532 or email equinoxboxoffice@gmail.com.

Byrnes brings blues to Ladner

Blues musician Jim Byrnes performs at Genesis Theatre, Genesis Theatre, 500545th Ave., Ladner, tonight at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $25. Call 604-940-5550.

Birding event set for next week

A Birds on the Bay event: Join Tom Bearss and his informal birdwatchers for a 2.5hour amble around Boundary Bay Regional Park. Enjoy the abundance of resident and migratory species, including shorebirds, waterfowl, raptors, and smaller birds. Bring binoculars if you have them. March 8, from 9 a.m. to noon. Meet at Cammidge House in Boundary Bay Regional Park, Tsawwassen. For more information call 604-940-9296 or email tom.bearss@dccnet. com. Hosts: Delta Nature. There is no charge for the event but voluntary donations for snacks will be accepted.

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

Brendan Uegama is a director of photography who has worked on shows like Van Helsing and The Romeo Section.

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Director of photography worked on first season of Netflix show Van Helsing DAVE WILLIS

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rendan Uegama says working on the first season of the Netflix series Van Helsing was a “fantastic experience.”

The series debuted on Canadian Netflix late last year. It follows a character recently awoken from a coma, Vanessa, and a band of survivors fighting

to stay alive against vampires.

Uegama, who grew up in Tsawwassen and went to South Delta Secondary, explains that a director of photography is in control of the way a show is photographed. That involves directing the cinematography and using tools like cameras and lights to convey the story.

“I work with a team of people to accomplish this,” he says. “It is a lot of work,

but a lot of fun and very rewarding.”

For Van Helsing and his last TV series, The Romeo Section (an espionage drama on CBC), Uegama shot all the episodes. No film or TV show shoots without a director of photography, he explains, noting that he was on set every day from start until finish.

Van Helsing was filmed in an around Downtown Vancouver and one of the

main locations was the old Canada Post building on Georgia Street. Uegama says he’s excited to be working on the second season of the show, which started production at the beginning of February.

The Capilano College grad says working on Van Helsing, as well as The Romeo Section, have been highlights of his career so far.

“The shows were very different from one another,

but each gave me freedom to express myself in completely different ways with my cinematography. And that I love. Each project has its own language and on series work it is always evolving.”

Uegama can be followed on Instagram at @ brendanuegama, where he often posts behind the scenes pictures. He’s now living in Los Angeles with his wife and producing partner, Nicole G. Leier.

Author covers Sunshine Coast with new book DAVE WILLIS

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Tsawwassen author Peter Vassilopoulos has released a new book in his series of cruising guides.

Cruising the Sunshine Coast has a large section covering the Fraser River estuary tidal waterways, the veteran boater notes.

“It’s colourful, scenic and in most weather conditions, quite safe,” says Vassilopoulos, noting boaters need to be aware of the spring freshet and accompanying debris.

“I feel the Fraser River

is a very colourful area.

To me it has a certain amount of appeal that’s a bit lost because there’s not enough facilities for boats to tie up,” he says.

The back cover of the book notes the Sunshine Coast is among the most popular cruising destinations in the Pacific Northwest. The guide takes readers from Point Roberts and the Fraser River to Howe Sound and Indian Arm and follows the coast to Powell River, Lund and the entrance to Desolation Sound.

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Vassilopoulos has also recently released updated versions of Docks and Destinations, Cruising the Gulf Islands and Cruising Desolation Sound.

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Lifestyles

There’s more to Palm Springs than golf California’s desert communities also have a rich variety of cultural activities to offer visitors RAY CHATELIN

Optimist contributor

Travelers heading south generally do so for one reason — to escape the rain, snow and cold that grips our part of the world between November and March.

And there’s no doubt that the Palm Springs area is a wonderful place to relax, especially if golf is one of your pursuits. After all, it’s one of America’s premier golf destinations with some 110 courses contained within the 72-kilometre stretch of the Coachella Valley that houses the Greater Palm Springs region.

With a permanent population of about 350,000, that means there’s a golf course for every 3,182 people, making it one of the most favourable courseto-population ratios in the world. Scotland, for example, has 543 courses for five million people or one for every 9,208.

Even with tourists flood-

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The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival attracts thousands to the California desert every spring. ing the place in winter — thereby doubling the population — there’s still plenty of chances to grab a tee time. And if you book for after 1 p.m., there’s usually a deep discount.

If golf isn’t your thing, there’s tennis, hiking, cycling, shopping at discount malls, jeep tours deep into the desert, a tram ride up San Jacinto Mountain, hanging out by the pool enjoying what Mother Nature has provided, and arts and entertainment.

Most think of Palm

Spring as a single entity, but it is actually a succession of communities that stretch along the valley with Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indio, La Quinta, Coachella, Indian Wells and Thermal tied together like mountain climbers tethered to a single rope.

For newbies, it can seem an imposing sprawl of walled desert retreats, but each community has its own character and feel.

Palm Springs is the original community and is the

heart of the region, having a downtown area where you’ll find exclusive shopping along El Paseo Drive on the Palm Springs/Palm Desert border plus a series of intimate restaurants and art galleries that make El Paseo a major art marketplace. Along Palm Canyon Drive in the heart of the community you get a feel of what old Palm Springs was like back in its heyday of the 1950s and ’60s.

Two of the major draws in March are the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament at Indian Wells

and the ANA Inspiration women’s golf tournament at Rancho Mirage — both attracting the best players in their sport from around the world.

But there is also an incredibly rich variety of cultural activities that take place in Greater Palm Springs. In fact, each of the communities has its own arts festival and throughout the year there are more major classical and popular performances here than you’ll find in most large cities. Only Las Vegas comes close to

equalling the number of big-name performances found in the Palm Springs area.

The Palm Canyon Theater has a series of Broadway shows, while the Annenberg Theater at the Palm Springs Art Museum features Broadway and jazz singers.

Being close to Los Angeles has its advantages. Palm Springs becomes a smaller version of Sundance with the annual Palm Springs International Film Festival in January and if you’re around in the heat of August, the Palm Springs International Short Film Festival is held at the historic Plaza Theatre.

Palm Springs, after all, is not just about chipping and putting.

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Magician Gary Savard is at libraries over Spring Break Delta libraries have a number of free activities planned for kids over Spring Break.

Magician Gary Savard knows what makes children laugh. On Thursday, March 16, from 11 to 11:45 a.m., bring the entire family to his fastpaced, interactive magic show at the Tsawwassen Library. Savard will perform at the Ladner Pioneer Library on Saturday, March 18 from 11 to 11:45 a.m.

School-aged kids are

invited to learn How to Amuse and Amaze Your Friends with magic tricks, science facts and more during a 45-minute program on Tuesday, March 21. Program will be held at the Ladner Pioneer Library at 10:30 a.m. and Tsawwassen Library at 2 p.m.

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Ladner Pioneer Library or Wednesdays, March 15 and 22, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library. Knit & Stitch is an ongoing program where members of all ages and abilities share ideas, techniques and good conversation.

Teens are invited to Teen Night: Pizza and Games on Thursday, March 23 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library. Games and snacks are provided by Imperial Hobbies.

Fundraising walk supports those with dementia

Locals can join a team to participate in the Richmond/South Delta Investors Group Walk for Alzheimer’s and show their support for people who face dementia.

The event is Canada’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and takes place in 22 communities across B.C. on Sunday, May 7.

The walk is a fun and

family-friendly event and is unique to each area.

Each walk is dedicated to an honouree, someone who has been affected by dementia. Richmond/ South Delta is honouring Joseph Wong and Maria Leung this year.

Teams can really add to the event, says Richmond/South Delta Investors Group Walk for Alzheimer’s co-chair Sean Oliver.

To create or join a team go to walkforalzheimers. ca, select Richmond/ South Delta from the pull down menu and follow the prompts. Teams that raise more than $250 by March 14 will be entered to win $500 in Air Canada gift cards.

Funds raised by the walk support programs, education and services in Richmond and South Delta and across B.C.

Proceeds from the Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe help those in our community living with cancer or other progressive life-limiting illness and grief after the loss of a loved one.

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G S. Atkinson (GV) 38 L. Kindree (VNW) 27 S. Mutala (GV) 20 D. Dubois (Car) 27 E. Leyh (VNE) 30 C. Bilodeau (Ok) 21 M. Richey 28

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With the help of Mark Trotman, Jordan Naylor makes one of his 19 saves in the Delta Ice Hawks 4-1 victory over Grandview on Wednesday night to open up the Pacific Junior Hockey League semi-final series. Game three is Tuesday in Ladner at 7:35 p.m.

Ice Hawks rolling into Burnaby Delta looking to build off impressive game one in PJHL Tom Shaw Conference final MARK BOOTH

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Something has to give Sunday afternoon at the Burnaby Winter Club (BWC) as the Delta Ice Hawks look to build on an impressive game one performance in their semi-final series with the Grandview Steelers.

The Ice Hawks made it 10 wins in their last 11 games with a 3-1 victory on Wednesday night in Ladner to open up the best-of-seven Pacific Junior Hockey League Tom Shaw Conference final. The teams hit the BWC ice at 4 p.m. in what will be the start of a threegame-in-four-day stretch. Game three is Tuesday back in Delta at 7:35 p.m.

The Steelers outlasted the Richmond Sockeyes to capture their opening series in seven games thanks mostly to their dominance at home — winning all four encounters.

The Hawks have proven to be no slouch on the road during their productive stretch with five straight wins. Their two best performances in the opening round came in North Vancouver

— 6-2 and 5-1 triumphs.

They also came through with a clutch 4-3 win in Burnaby back on Feb. 5 that allowed them to leap past the Steelers in the Tom Shaw Conference standings for good.

“Our team plays pretty good in that rink, especially with our size,” said Ice Hawks head coach Darren Naylor. “And if it’s more about speed then we are fine with that too. I don’t think this is going to be a four game series and you have to win the battles to win the war.”

If the Ice Hawks were trying to send a message Wednesday, it was making full use of their size advantage — led up front by bruising power forwards Brad Crompton and Mark Trotman.

Crompton threw a number of huge bodychecks, to the point where he was handed a major penalty for boarding. That resulted in a late Grandview power play goal and most likely a game two suspension as well.

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Deyrmenjian and the ever-improving Harris Pearce who factored in on a pair of goals.

“We have to stick with being physical, especially against their d-men,” continued Naylor.

“I think we pounded them pretty good tonight and that was our message. I told them we have to treat every night like it’s a game seven and just keep pounding and pounding them.

“They are a team that works hard, has a good goalie and waits for you to make a mistake. We didn’t make a lot tonight and thought we played pretty good 60 minutes of hockey.”

The Steelers generated just three shots in the opening period but did manage to hit the iron twice. However, it was Jonathan Stein who opened the scoring in the late going when he buried a feed from Pierce. Captain Cam Cuthbert pinched in from the blueline to double the lead early in the second and the Hawks would dominate much of the remainder of the contest.

Gary Dhaliwal made it 3-0 on a third period power play goal and Deyrmenjian added an empty netter. Jordan Naylor made 19 saves.

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Sports

Rugby standout playing in Vegas Tsawwassen rugby standout Jarvis Dashkewytch is wearing B.C. colours this week at the Las Vegas Invitational (LVI).

The Grade 11 South Delta Secondary School student has aged up to be a member of Rugby B.C.’s Elite U18 Boys Sevens team.

The LVI is considered the premier amateur rugby event in the United States, featuring athletes and match-ups across a wide-range of rugby divisions and age groups. After earning four Cup victories at this event last year, the B.C. teams are hoping to repeat their success this week. This tournament is an amazing opportunity to showcase the rugby Jarvis talent in B.C. and to Dashkewytch provide players with high-level competition.

The U18s will be looking to progress from last year’s semi-final berth in the Aces Division.

Dashkewytch played for B.C.’s U16 team in Vegas a year ago. The standout athlete also helped B.C. win gold at the 2016 U16 nationals. It was part of a busy summer that saw him backstop the Delta Islanders rep lacrosse team to a historic gold medal at the Midget A1 provincial championships.

South Delta Kyokushin Karate Club had a number of outstanding performances at the recent Lower Mainland Coloured Belt Championships. Among those representing the club were Jeramie Hein, Royce Repaldo, Aiden Robson, Sebastian Saddul, Hailey Hanna, Joshua Talban, Ellyana Nugent, Madelyn Nugent, Gavin Espinoza and James Donham.

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South Delta Kyokushin Karate Club’s contingent of 10 athletes produced 11 podium finishes at the 30th annual Lower Mainland Coloured Belt Championships.

In the Non-Contact Kumite (Fighting) Division, gold medals were won in their respective weight divisions by Gavin

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$11,500,000

PRIME LAND ASSEMBLY OPPORTUNITY 36 kms to Highway 1

24 kms to Downtown Vancouver

Lot 1 Hwy 99

HIGHWAY 99 LOT 1, DELTA

4 LOTS 4624, 4614, 4606, 4600 51 STREET, DELTA

$5,238,000

$6,888,800

PROFITABLE MARINA OPPORTUNITY

CRANBERRY FARM

3443 W RIVER ROAD, DELTA

7165 MAYS ROAD, DUNCAN

$2,388,800

$3,168,800

2 STRATA UNITS REMAINING IN NEWER TILBURY BUILDING!

207 8291 92 STREET, DELTA

$998,800

208 8291 92 STREET, DELTA

$1,688,800

IRONWOOD AUTOMOTIVE / WAREHOUSE

1135 12191 HAMMERSMITH WAY, RICHMOND

$898,800

TWO GROUND LEVEL OFFICE UNITS IN PRIME LOCATION!

RICHMOND INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE

HOT OFF THE PRESS! PHOTO COMING SOON! 128 11860 HAMMERSMITH WAY, RICHMOND

$769,900

2 NEW WESTMINSTER OFFICE UNITS

RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

7633 NANAIMO STREET

$624,900

2298 NEWPORT AVENUE

$399,900

VANCOUVER

DOWNTOWN STRATA OFFICE

207 245 E. COLUMBIA ST.

$599,900

207B 245 E. COLUMBIA ST.

$199,900

238 515 WEST PENDER STREET, VANCOUVER

$259,900

NEW WESTMINSTER

604.728.2845

#1 TEAM IN THE REAL ESTATE BOARD OF GREATER VANCOUVER 2016*

#2 RE/MAX® TEAM IN WESTERN CANADA 2016**

*Based on total REBGV MLS sales 2016. **For total residential and commercial commissions combined of all RE/MAX® sales associates in Canada to date - January 1 to August 31 2016.

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604.728.2845

#5 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA in 2016**

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***For total residential and commercial commissions combined out of nearly 144,000 RE/MAX® sales associates worldwide. As recognized by the RE/MAX® INTERNATIONAL achievement award to Fraser and his team for 2015.

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED BUSINESS AND REFERRALS

March 3, 2017 The Delta Optimist A29

INTRODUCING

EXECUTIVE STYLE TOWNHOMES STARTING AT $449,900 PRE-REGISTER ONLINE mtwaddington.com 778-880-2582 MOVE-IN FEBRUARY 2017 SALES AND MARKETING BY

Re/Max Progroup Realty 5360 12 Avenue, Delta BC, V4M 2B3

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SALES AND MARKETING BY

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This is not an offering for sale. E&OE. Sales by Fraser Elliott Personal Real Estate Corporation.

DEVELOPED BY

MARSHALL MOUNTAIN HOMES CONSTRUCTION BY

Re/Max Progroup Realty 5360 12 Avenue, Delta BC, V4M 2B3

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2016: TOP 10% OF GREATER VANCOUVER REALTORS®

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NEW LISTING | 4951 Stevens Drive | $1,495,000

NEW LISTING | 1430 View Crescent | $798,000

7,500 SQ FT LOT | 1676 58A Street | $1,060,000

Investment alert that can’t be missed! Oversized lot 13,756 sqft. west facing w/immaculately kept family home on one of the most desirable streets in Tsawwassen. This home is immaculate and offers over 2,800 sqft. of living space w/5 bedrooms, office, large family area and an oversized double car garage/workshop. The lower level can be easily suited.

GOLF COURSE VIEW!!! Rancher w/a basement in the Town centre, offering Master on the main w/full ensuite and sliding doors to east facing deck, and one bedroom and full bath w/family room down, w/2nd deck. Main floor has vaulted ceilings in living room w/feature fireplace, galley kitchen w/new and newer stainless steel appliances.

Beach Grove post & beam style 4 bedroom home situated on a 74.9 X 100 lot (zoned RM1) just steps to beach, walking trails, Elementary School, & shops, 5 minute drive to the new mall. This beautifully renovated open concept plan has vaulted ceilings, tile & hardwood on the main. Dark cherry kitchen /centre island & stainless appliances.

9,000 SQFT SOUTH LOT | 4948 11A Avenue | $1,295,000

16,000 SQ FT LOT | 901 Gale Place | $1,898,000

CAMBRIDGE PLACE | 303-1118 55 Street | $545,000

Central Tsawwassen beauty! Situated on an 8,977 sq.ft. south facing flat rectangular lot this beautifully renovated split level is just steps to the town center, schools and a 5 minute drive to the new mall. Fully renovated it offers main floor living with 4 bedrooms up PLUS a self contained 1 bed. in-law suite down. The main floor is open concept.

Gorgeous 5 bdrm traditional home on a beautiful cul-de-sac in English Bluff area on a w/facing 16,222 sqft private estate like lot w/sunny decks, gazebo, fire pit & water features. Steps to elementary & high schools, this thoughtfully renovated family home offers main floor living, bdrms up plus a self contained separate 327 sqft guest cottage.

Lovely 15 unit complex just steps to Thrifty’s, recreation & transportation to city & Mall. This 1,365 sq.ft. penthouse feels like a rancher in the sky. It offers E/W/S exposure w/3 balconies. Spacious living & dining rooms have gas fireplace & 9’ ceilings. There is a separate white paneled kitchen w/breakfast nook.

Tsawwassen ~ Just Sold!

Tsawwassen ~ Just Sold!

504-1350 View Crescent | $525,000

1290 Morris Crescent | $1,048,000

306-1140 55 Street | $589,000

NEW LISTING: Beautiful open plan S/E corner suite in The Classic. This unit offers 1,420 sqft with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and an updated kitchen. Lovely southern exposed sunny deck off the living room.

Great concrete and brick building. The location can’t be beat: Quiet location but just steps to Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall, Starbucks and the bus stop.

TERRIFIC PRICE: Lovely split level situated on a quiet crescent w/underground services just steps to the beach and walking trails to Centennial Beach, the Beach Grove Cafe, the shops in the Towncentre and the elementary school. This solid well maintained home is situated on a southerly exposed 5,996 sqft private lot.

1,506 SQ FT: Tsawwassen Greene Penthouse!

This beautiful sunny S/E corner suite in the heart of Tsawwassen is just steps to Thrifty’s, transportation, parks & beaches. This 2 bedroom & den 1,500 sqft suite is ideal for downsizing. There is a separate kitchen w/eating area overlooking the large living & dining areas which boast 2 decks.

Trish Murphy | 604.312.7621 Sold@TrishaMurphy.ca

503 Shannon Way | $1,298,000 PEBBLE HILL RANCHER: Gorgeously renovated 3 bdrm Pebble Hill rancher on a 8,773sqft. w/exposed lot. A master gardener created beautiful outdoor spaces throughout the property. Professionally renovated w/attention to detail. Front entry to the home starts w/beautiful custom created glass double doors which open to a bright easy living space.

604.897.2010 | Teri Steele Sold@TeriSteele.com

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

2016

Tsawwassen ~ Just Sold!

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Aileen Noguer REALTOR

®

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Joanne Evans REALTOR®

It’s not just an investment, it’s a home.

Trust us to help you make the right move.

Based on 2013 closed MLS transactions.

Source: CREA, RE/MAX

604.946.8000

Re/Max Progroup Realty 5360 12 Avenue Tsawwassen

www.deltahomes.ca realestateinsouthdelta.ca

70 15588 32 Avenue

Aileen and

Joanne

Just Listed

• 3 bdrm/3bath townhome in The WOODS - a unique community that is classy & chic with an East coast flare!

• Live/work from home with commercial zoning for the office / den located on the main floor with its own entrance, backing onto garden space.

• Many upgrades purchased separately from the developer & many more since.

• Gas stove, upgraded W/D, brilliant lighting, mirror designer feature wall in living room, installation of additional cabinetry in kitchen with some S/S pullouts, stunning designer wallpaper in carefully selected areas of the home, window screens & custom closets in bdrms.

• No wear and tear, this home is better than new!

252 5421 10th Avenue

• Completely renovated 1 bedroom unit in the heart of Tsawwassen!

• New flooring, S/S appliances, kitchen and bathroom cabinets, hardware, sinks, paint, light fixtures and doors!

• Great floor plan with spacious walk-in closet off master bedroom.

• West facing covered patio, allowing lots of light into the unit!

• Complex has large rec. room and beautiful grounds for owners use.

• Close to shopping and dining!

•NEW ROOF 2017!

$619,000

5346 Paton Drive

• Split level with 2,382 sq. ft. of living space • Main floor features large living room with wood burning fireplace, dining + kitchen sliding doors lead to large patio overlooking landscaped garden and waterway • Three bedrooms (could be four beds) and games with hardwood flooring on upper floor • Large family room + laundry on lower floor.

• Garage 22’ x 19’ (493 sq. ft.) with 220 wiring.

• Lot 66’ x 100’ • Water views!

VIEW! VIEW! VIEW!

$275,900

4880 Coleman Place 5,823 SQ FT LOT!

• 4 bedroom home on a 5823 sq. ft. lot!

• Cul-de-sac!

• Updated flooring, windows, bathrooms, recent roof/furnace!

• Huge second floor private deck!

• Private fenced yard!

• Carport/storage/RV parking!

• Best priced duplex in all of Ladner!

$1,049,899

6260 28th Avenue

• TEN acre Ladner estate

$724,900

47 66A Street

• Ideal for ONE family or TWO • 5/6 bedroom home + 2 bedroom 2nd home • Four car garage + 90X44 heated garage (30 cars/small RV) • Barn with 8 stalls - riding ring • Tennis Court

• Ideal family home on a no-thru street in Boundary Bay! • Functional floor plan with 3 bedrooms PLUS games room up and office PLUS family room down and double car garage on large WEST exposed 6663 sq. ft. private lot.

• Beautiful updates - Including spa like bath up, engineered wood flooring, designer open concept kitchen with granite counters & easy access pull out cupboards with patio doors that lead to the super private, west exposed deck & backyard.

• Just steps to one of the Lower Mainlands most beautiful beaches!

$4,300,000

14139 Marine Drive WATER VIEW!

• Fabulous, 4029 sq. ft., sprawling White Rock rancher with ocean view!

• Hardwood flooring, gourmet kitchen • Two bedrooms upstairs and two bedroom, self contained suite downstairs!

• Oversize garage (909 sq. ft.)

• 7450 sq. ft. lot

$2,190,000

$1,325,000

#105A 8635 120 Street

Aileen and

• Updated, one bedroom, ground level unit - 802 sq. ft.

• Close to amenities - shopping, restaurants, public transit and schools • Adult (19+) oriented complex with outdoor pool, storage locker, shared laundry and amenity room

Joanne

Just Sold

Exceptional service • 20-point marketing plan • Call us for a free consultation

$116,600

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THE CHANCEYS REAL ESTATE GROUP

BLAKE Chancey

BOB Chancey

604-788-0480

604-946-8899

Personal Real Estate Corporation

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Personal Real Estate Corporation PRESIDENT of the Chanceys Real Estate Group

BRAD Herzke

SARAH Antifaev

604-315-7527

604-946-8899

Your local Langley resident & real estate agent cell

604-880-5552

Unlicensed Assistant office

EN 2-4 P O AY D UN

JUST LISTED

THE WHOLE PACKAGE: HOUSE + LARGE LOT + LOCATION + RV PARKING 4560 48B Street, Ladner

Rarely do you find a beautiful Family Home located in a great West Ladner location that features main floor living and 3 bedrooms up, with loads of RV parking and potential to build a large detached garage / workshop / games room / art studio.

Move in and enjoy this meticulously kept home on a huge nearly 10,000 square foot property. Main floor features spacious kitchen and family room overlooking your garden and park like yard plus formal living and dining room. Total of 2 and 1/2 bathrooms, which have been recently renovated. Newer roof, done 5 years ago, furnace 6 years, newer flooring throughout. RV parking along side of house, 450 sq.ft. 2 car garage with huge storage area above. Walking distance to high school, elementary school, shopping, recreation, walking trails, parks and library.

$1,277,000

Over 1,800 Sales call us today to Experience our Service

RE/MAX

THE CHANCEYS RealEstateGroup

City Realty

*These Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver statistics are based on combined listing and sales. #1 Agent in S. Delta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team)

604-946-8899

www.TheChanceys.com

*Based on Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, career statistics for Bob, Linda and/or Blake Chancey. #1 Agent in South Delta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team). #1 Agent in REBGV 1986

March 3, 2017 The Delta Optimist A33

THE CHANCEYS REAL ESTATE GROUP

BLAKE Chancey

BOB Chancey

604-788-0480

604-946-8899

Personal Real Estate Corporation cell

Personal Real Estate Corporation direct

LINDA Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation PRESIDENT of the Chanceys Real Estate Group

604-880-5552

BRAD Herzke

SARAH Antifaev

604-315-7527

604-946-8899

Your local Langley resident & real estate agent cell

Unlicensed Assistant office

NEW PRICE!

BUILD YOUR CUSTOM ESTATE! BUILDERS! INVESTORS! 4462 Arthur Drive, Ladner

One of Ladner’s most prestigious, incredibly stunning Arthur Drive Lots backing on to Chilukthan Slough. This is a rare opportunity for the chosen few. Build your Manor home Estate on this 13,900 square foot property with 94 ft of frontage.

$1,199,000

NEW PRICE!

ADULT ORIENTED RANCHER IN GARDEN ESTATES #6 6380 48A Avenue, Ladner

Updated one level, ranch style townhome in Ladner’s Garden Estates. This beautiful 2 bedroom and den home offers 1,400 sqft of spacious living with a great floor plan. Formal living and dining rooms, gas fireplace & kitchen with breakfast nook that leads out into your backyard patio. Features include new windows, flooring, countertops, lighting and designer paint throughout the home! 2 full baths. Bonus single car garage and extra parking as well. No stairs so great for someone looking to downsize. Well managed, adult oriented (19+) complex and pet friendly. Convenient location with easy access into town, and minutes to recreation and parks.

$609,000

EXECUTIVE TOWNHOME BACKING ONTO GREENSPACE #52 5900 Ferry Road, Ladner

Prestigious Chesapeake Landing by Polygon in Ladner, walking distance to Captians Cove Marina and Cove Links Golf Course. Over 2,200 sqft this beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home feels spacious & bright, with vaulted ceilings & lots of windows bringing in lots of natural light. Enjoy the living room & family room both w/gas fireplaces, formal dining room & kitchen w/breakfast nook overlooking private southern exposed yard, patio, GREENSPACE and Nature. Double garage. As a resident enjoy access to Chesapeake Club - a resort-style clubhouse with many amenities incl. billiards, fitness club, and more! Move right in, relax & enjoy the life that this development and community offers. ADULT ORIENTED (19+).

$949,000

Over 1,800 Sales call us today to Experience our Service

RE/MAX

THE CHANCEYS RealEstateGroup

City Realty

*These Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver statistics are based on combined listing and sales. #1 Agent in S. Delta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team)

604-946-8899

www.TheChanceys.com

*Based on Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, career statistics for Bob, Linda and/or Blake Chancey. #1 Agent in South Delta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team). #1 Agent in REBGV 1986

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THE CHANCEYS REAL ESTATE GROUP

BLAKE Chancey

BOB Chancey

604-788-0480

604-946-8899

Personal Real Estate Corporation cell

Personal Real Estate Corporation direct

LINDA Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation PRESIDENT of the Chanceys Real Estate Group

BRAD Herzke

SARAH Antifaev

604-315-7527

604-946-8899

Your local Langley resident & real estate agent

Unlicensed Assistant

cell

604-880-5552

office

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3A & 3B

4A & 4B

LADNER CENTRAL by LADNER HOMES 3 4 NEW COACH HOUSES MOVE IN SPRING / SUMMER 2017 ~ 4915 Central Avenue

Quality and Elegant Coach Homes are made even more desirable because of their Location and Convenience. Main floor boasts an open concept with engineered hardwood floors; quartz counters throughout; maple cabinets; s/s appliances; gas stove, fireplace; 9 foot ceilings; crown mouldings; designer lighting and paint; hot water on demand; HRV and much more! Second floor features 3 bedrooms, master bedroom with luxurious ensuite and walk in closet. Loft area is great for guests or teens with bedroom, flexroom and full bathroom. PLUS self contained 1 bedroom coach home - coach house above garage can generate revenue to pay for approximately $250,000 of your mortgage. Walk to shops, Ladner village, restaurants, coffee shops, park and school. *These images represent previously built homes and are indicative of the quality and style of the developer.

Over 1,800 Sales call us today to Experience our Service

RE/MAX

$1,399,000

THE CHANCEYS RealEstateGroup

City Realty

*These Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver statistics are based on combined listing and sales. #1 Agent in S. Delta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team)

604-946-8899

www.TheChanceys.com

*Based on Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, career statistics for Bob, Linda and/or Blake Chancey. #1 Agent in South Delta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team). #1 Agent in REBGV 1986

March 3, 2017 The Delta Optimist A35

THE CHANCEYS REAL ESTATE GROUP

BLAKE Chancey

BOB Chancey

604-788-0480

604-946-8899

Personal Real Estate Corporation

LINDA Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

cell

Personal Real Estate Corporation PRESIDENT of the Chanceys Real Estate Group

direct

BRAD Herzke

SARAH Antifaev

604-315-7527

604-946-8899

Your local Langley resident & real estate agent

Unlicensed Assistant

cell

604-880-5552

office

SOME OF OUR 2017 SALES

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City Realty

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Henriette Leschert

604-880-5929

Regency Realty Ltd.

1333 56th Street Delta

309-1350 VIEW CRESCENT

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Call Mike TODAY at 604.880.7517

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty . #100 - 5000 Bridge Street . Ladner, BC . 604.946.1255

Spectacular ground floor corner suite with huge private patio in a location that cannot be beat, the iconic “Classic”. This suite measures 1,366 sq.ft. offering 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom plus laundry/pantry room and is tastefully renovated. The master bedroom is enormous and will easily handle king size bed. Flooring is oak throughout with heated tile in the bathrooms. Cosy gas fireplace and hot water radiant heat keep your unit nice and warm with maintenance fees covering heat, hot water and gas. Walk to everything from this most desirable location.

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4880 DOGWOOD PLACE 64 TSAWWASSEN BEACH RD NEW LISTING! $1,698,000 New Listing! $3,998,000 TSAWWASSEN CENTRAL. Rare opportunity to acquire a fantastic family home situated on one of the most PRESTIGIOUS locations in Tsawwassen - Dogwood Place! Featuring traditional living, dining & 3 bdrms up, with a spacious kitchen & eating extending onto a wonderful SW. & E. exposed wraparound deck. Lower level includes an inviting family room, large den , another bedroom, plus an unfinished area. This home with great bones has lots of potential for renewal. OUTSTANDING perfectly rectangular 12,799 sq.ft. building lot - can accommodate a new home up to 4,750 sq.ft. PLUS basement, detached garage & shed. OPEN SUNDAY 2-4.

ENGLISH BLUFF. Magnificent VIEW PROPERTY on Tsawwassen’s western bluff, offering BREATHTAKING panoramic ocean & glorious Gulf Island sunsets in a stunning westcoast setting. Entertainers will appreciate the open concept entry level which consists of living, family, reading, dining areas, & kitchen flowing onto spectacular deck with an outdoor kitchen. Mid level consists of Mastersuite w/ veranda, plus 2 ADDL bdrms. Lower level features music & media room, w/access to yoga deck & private staircase meandering down to beach. There is also a detached executive office w/library & veranda, & a wine cellar. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

210-5055 SPRINGS BLVD New Listing! $1,398,000 TSAWWASSEN SPRINGS. Gorgeous custom designed executive suite at phase 2 of Tsawwassen Springs, a thoughtfully planned resort style community of fine homes & services. Over 2,500 sq.ft. of living space offering 4 bedrooms plus flex area, & 2 balconies (with heaters) to enjoy the beautiful golf course/ mountain views. Features geothermal heating/cooling, engineered hardwood floors, granite countertops, s/s appliances, & shaker cabinetry throughout. Includes a double enclosed garage in a concrete building. Easy to show & must be seen to appreciate. Great value here – don’t miss out! CALL 778-788-5078.

LOCAL BUSINESS FOR SALE!!!

Established gift shop with loyal following featuring local Artisans, pottery, jewellery soaps, glasswork and unique items. Tons of potential for continued growth. Central Tsawwassen location.

Owner willing to train.

Call for more details

778-788-5078

Complimentary evaluation. Exceptional service. Creative solutions.

PROGROUP REALTY | Each Office Independently Owned and Operated | 5360 12th Avenue, Delta, BC. V4M-2B3 | 604.943.8080

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DOMICH (nee Soroskie), Frances Jean December 2, 1939 - February 25, 2017

Frances passed peacefully with her family by her side at Delta Hospice in Ladner. Predeceased by her husband George and her parents, John and Doris Soroskie.

Left to cherish her memories as a caring, giving and understanding mom, are her two sons; Trent (Audra) and Tracy (Racquel), three granddaughters, Chelsea (Jason), Katrina (Shawn) and Saundra (Kyle); also three great-grandchildren, Korbyn, Olivia and Logan.

The second oldest of four siblings, she leaves Shirley (Bob) Thacker, Kelowna, John (Diane) Soroskie, Kelowna, and June Soroskie, Vancouver. Will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins, and many friends, especially Aunt Helen.

Frances was born in St. Boniface, Manitoba and lived in Middlechurch with her parents and siblings until her marriage to George…..after living a few years in Manitoba they decided a change was needed and moved to BC, settled in Kelowna for a few years…with one more move to come that was to Ladner, where they remained till their passing.

Frances always had a dream of travelling one day….she made that happen….with a couple trips to Europe and a number of cruises. She shared many a memory of these trips. She loved to write and read, could be seen doing both a lot. She was a whiz at scrabble, always up for a challenge. She always had a smile and hello for everyone, even strangers. This precious soul will be missed by many.

A very special thank you to Dr. David Kason for all his support and care during the most difficult of times….and caring staff at Delta Hospice.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 11:00 am at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Ladner, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frances’ name to a charity of your choice.

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HUNT, Dorothy Janet

February 8th, 1942 to February 25th, 2017 Despite professional, compassionate care by surgeons, doctors and staff of the BC Cancer Agency throughout the last 40 months, Dorothy died peacefully at home on February 25th, 2017 comforted by immediate family members. She had immensely enjoyed her 75th birthday celebrations earlier this month when most of her grandkids, kids and extended family had crowded around her bed to reminisce, cry a little and laugh a lot about our lives together and allowing her to express her hopes and aspirations to each for their future.

Dorothy was born in Winnipeg on February 8th, 1942, only child of Isabel (Paterson) and Bertie Hunt, and is survived and will be lovingly remembered by her husband Dale, of nearly 54 years; children Jeff (Lynn), Cindy (Ken) and Pam (Dan) and their children Emily, Hannah, Holly, Tabitha, Cooper and Mia. By far her primary passion has been admiring the grandchildren’s development and growth, who, to a child, have reciprocated by eagerly involving ‘Gma’ in all aspects of their busy lives.

It has been Dorothy’s long-time wish to be cremated and celebrated with a private Service in Montreal at a later date.

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Finally, and without presumption, aware that some of our friends and acquaintances will be inclined to recognize her passing with flowers, the family respectfully requests that in lieu of that custom, a donation be made in her honour to Ovarian Cancer Research at the BC Cancer Foundation to help stop this dreadful disease.

Go to http://donate. bccancerfoundation.com/goto/dorothyhunt

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LOOKING FOR Full-time and Part-time servers for a casual dining, full-service restaurant.

Located in Tsawwassen, BC. Daily duties include: • Cleaning • Sitting Tables • Taking food/drink orders • Serving • Closing restaurant

Call 604-809-6901.

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Now Hiring: Telephone Interviewers/ Administrative Officers Stroh Health Care (www.strohhealth.com) is a dynamic and growing company that provides a number of province-wide services including the provincial coordination for BC’s Responsible Driver Program.

The Responsible Driver Program is seeking full time, self-motivated individuals to conduct telephone assessment interviews and complete a variety of administrative duties in its head office in Tsawwassen.

These positions require: • A high school diploma • Exceptional written and spoken communication skills in English • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook • Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills • Ability to type and record accurately while maintaining a conversational flow • Strict adherence to confidentiality policies • Impeccable diplomacy

COMPUTER/ INTERNET

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PETS

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

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Home care For Tsawwassen & Ladner. including cooking, errands, travel to appointments, companionship, light cleaning. Available Mondays & Tuesdays.

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Spacious suites, balconies, rent incls heat & hot water, prkg available. Refs. N/P. CALL 604-363-9587 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

To advertise call

604-630-3300

Tsawwassen Brand new retail/commercial space at Northgate 550 to 1670 sq. ft. .

Windsor Woods 1,057 sq. ft.

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HOME SERVICES BUILDING CONTRACTORS KERRISDALE CONSTRUCTION

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Fluency in Punjabi, Mandarin or Cantonese would be an asset, but is not essential.

Starting salary is $17/hr.

Resumes to: tess@strohhealth.com. Fax to: 604.948.4913.

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BC Fresh Boneless Pork Loin Chops

Marina Del Rey

Argentine Shrimp

or Roast Centre, Regular or Fast Fry Product of Langley Canadian Grain Fed Regular Retail: $6.49–$7.49/lb, $14.31–$16.51/kg

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Island Farms

Raw, Peeled & Deveined 24–40 to the lb Frozen, 340g Regular Retail: $14.99 Each

Grilled Pork Chops with Raspberry Balsamic Crema Sauce

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Creole-style Shrimp

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Ice Cream

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Selected Frozen 465–840g Regular Retail: $7.99 Each

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