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Industrial options on acreage near port have been extended for another year BY

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A Ladner holiday tradition continued last weekend as the carol ships sailed along the Fraser River en route to the government dock at the foot of Elliott Street. Carolers from the Ladner Gospel Assembly were there to meet them both Friday and Saturday nights. See more photos on Page 31 and at www.delta-optimist.com.

representing the industrial consortium, had an industrial proposal developed with CN, CP, Western Stevedoring and international port consultant Carrix. It featured a 12,000-foot intermodal rail yard and warehouses. Emerson did not return a call by the Optimist. In a previous TV interview Emerson said the land is in the right place to accommodate port expansion and therefore is appro-

Prime farmland in South Delta remains under threat from an industrial real estate consortium. Independent MLA Vicki Huntington revealed last Friday that nine much talked about option-to-purchase agreements for Agricultural Land Reserve properties under speculation have been extended for another year. “The optionto-purchase extensions come as no surprise,” said Huntington. “The developer has drawn out the agreements for another year in the hopes that either the port FILE PHOTO or the province Port expansion is putting pressure on Delta farmland. will hand him keys to steamroll over the priate for exclusion from the Agricultural Land Reserve.” ALR. The Delta South MLA noted Huntington previously said most of the original options Emerson told her that government were set to expire Nov. 30, but ministers were supportive of the farm owners and developer Ron proposal. Emerson extended all but two. Then agriculture minister The total acreage of the optioned Don McRae tried to distance land has been reduced to 236 the government from the controhectares (591 acres) from 295 versy, issuing a statement that hectares (739 acres), she said. the optioning deal was a private Huntington’s public revelabusiness transaction between a tion last year about the land near developer and farmers with no Deltaport Way made headlines provincial involvement. and intensified concerns about the Now that most of those options future of farmland in Delta, espehave been extended, Huntington cially with port expansion, a prois reiterating concerns that both vincial ALR review and the South the province and Port Metro Fraser Perimeter Road. See OPTIONS page 3 Emerson Real Estate Group,

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Delta council got an earful Monday from opponents of the controversial Fraser Surrey Docks coal handling application. Several dozen showed up to hear civic politicians debate a motion calling for a full health and environmental assessment, but they were not pleased with the outcome. Fraser Surrey Docks recently commissioned its own environmental study that concluded its proposal is “not likely to cause significant adverse effects” on the environment or human health. Port Metro Vancouver’s 30-day public comment period on that assessment ends Dec. 17. Opponents want the port authority to consider the full health and environmental impacts of transporting coal by rail through the region, however, port CEO Robin Silvester told the Vancouver Board of Trade last week the required assessment has now been done. Several communities, including Surrey, have come out in opposition to the proposed coal terminal until a comprehensive assessment is completed, finding the recently released report unsatisfactory. Until now Delta has expressed concerns but wanted more information about the proposal, well below the level of opposi-

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tion expressed elsewhere. That appeared to have changed earlier this month when Coun. Bruce McDonald put forward a motion requesting an independent health impact assessment be conducted on existing and proposed coal handling facilities. His motion was debated this week but Mayor Lois Jackson, much to the chagrin of many in the audience, asked for it to be deferred for another week until a staff report is also available. She said the motion and issue in general were of

OPTIONS from page 1 Vancouver may open the door to development on farmland. She said as an agent of the federal government, PMV is immune from provincial law including the Agricultural Land Commission Act. Huntington also pointed that further proof ALR land was under threat from speculators can be seen in a recently leaked pro-

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Longtime Delta resident Doug Massey stormed out of council chambers Monday after giving politicians a piece of his mind during Delta council’s debate on whether to call for an independent health assessment of the Fraser Surrey Docks coal handling plan.

vincial cabinet document that suggested dismantling the Agricultural Land Commission. In an interview last year, then Delta Farmers’ Institute president John Savage said he was also opposed to the loss of any more prime farmland in the region. “I’ve met with the proponent and I’ve made it very clear to him that the

such significance that council needed as much information as possible to make an informed decision. “We are all, every one of us, very, very concerned about what’s happening, and to infer that we’re not is not appropriate. I need some information from our staff,” she said. Noting he didn’t want to see his motion defeated, McDonald agreed to defer for another week. Coun. Jeannie Kanakos voted against deferring, saying Delta staff couldn’t possibly have more knowledge on potential health

impacts than the chief medical health officers of the regional health authorities, who have also demanded a comprehensive assessment. Coun. Sylvia Bishop agreed, saying the motion speaks to council’s ability to represent the concerns of its residents regarding the health impacts. Clearly displeased by the delay, despite Jackson saying an even better motion could end up being crafted, many in the audience shouted at councillors, saying they weren’t sticking up for Delta. Longtime resident Doug

Massey was one of those in the audience, giving McDonald, in particular, an earful before storming out. He told the Optimist afterward he couldn’t understand why Delta isn’t following the lead of other communities that have already voiced their opposition. “There’s something wrong here that they aren’t supporting all the municipalities. I’m not opposed to Westshore Terminals (in South Delta), they’re doing a fine job, but come on, we don’t need extra dirty coal and ruining our own community and our health.”

land should remain farming and not be developed in any way. It should stay in agriculture because you just can’t keep taking the farmland base away,” said Savage. Huntington was criticized last year by several on Delta council, who claimed they had been aware of the options for a couple of years and that the MLA was trying to create controversy out of old news. Coun. Robert Campbell said the options were

“worthless” and the MLA was “stirring up a hornet’s nest over a big pile of nothing” because the lands were not in danger of being pulled from the ALR. Council, however, agreed to send a letter to the provincial government reiterating Delta’s position that farmland should be preserved. In its fall 2013 industrial overview report, Avison Young notes Metro Vancouver’s industrial land shortage remains top of

mind for industry, the port authority and local and provincial governments. “With Metro Vancouver estimates placing the region’s remaining supply of industrial land at 10 to 12 years based on current consumption patterns, and industry forecasts predicting ongoing annual increases in container traffic and cargo shipments, a compromise solution is increasingly likely to be legislated rather than mediated,” the report states.

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The South Fraser Perimeter Road is set to open in a matter of days. Crews have completed most of the major works in order to open the highway, Delta council was told Monday. An official ribbon-cutting date hasn’t been announced, but it’s expected sometime next week, said municipal transportation engineer Doreann Mayhew. The new highway will be officially called Highway 17, while the old Highway 17 is to be renamed Highway 17A. Part of the new road will be open to South Deltans starting this Sunday and,

like it or not, drivers will have to use it. That’s because it was just announced that a section of the old Highway 17 will be closed for paving and ramp construction between 34B Avenue and 28th Avenue. The closure will be in effect for five days. Traffic to and from Deltaport Way won’t be affected by the closure, but access from Deltaport Way east to the existing Highway 17 north will be restricted to passenger vehicles and local truck deliveries. Those exiting Tsawwassen headed to the George Massey Tunnel will be funneled onto the South Fraser Perimeter Road, which will take them to northbound Highway 99.

Those leaving Tsawwassen bound for Ladner can stay on 56th Street and proceed to Arthur Drive/53rd Street. Meanwhile, those travelling south through the tunnel headed for Tsawwassen can proceed along Highway 99 to the new South Fraser Perimeter Road exit. The other way is to travel down the old Highway 17 for a while, but drivers will be detoured via Deltaport Way. From there, they will eventually reach Arthur Drive/53rd Street. Council this week was also told Delta received approval from the province for two signs along Highway 17 and 17A to promote Ladner and Tsawwassen to passing

motorists. Costing $50,000, the first sign promoting Tsawwassen will be placed on Highway 17A near 56th Street. The second sign promoting Ladner will be placed on Highway 17A near Ladner Trunk Road. Concern was expressed the Ladner sign will miss drivers who are already on the South Fraser Perimeter Road. Noting Delta had applied for four signs but had only been given permission for two, engineering director Steven Lan said the Tsawwassen sign would be altered to include mention of Ladner on the bottom. PHOTO BY

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Public Hearing - December 17, 2013 The Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will hold a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to consider the following proposed projects and related applications: Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2013 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Council Chamber Delta Municipal Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 A Council meeting is scheduled to immediately follow this Public Hearing in the event Council wishes to give further consideration to any projects at that time. Any persons who believe that their interest in property will be affected by the proposed projects shall be given an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on matters contained in the bylaws and/or proposed by the applications. Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to communicate to Council in advance of the Public Hearing, you can write to: Mayor and Council The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 Email: mayor-council@delta.ca Correspondence addressed to Mayor and Council will form part of the public record for this Public Hearing. To be considered, correspondence must be received by the Office of the Municipal Clerk no later than 4:30 p.m. on December 17, 2013. Project No. 1 Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU006889)

Fatal accident closes stretch of 62B Street Man can’t be resuscitated after vehicle found in ditch BY

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One man died early Friday morning after the car he was driving went off the road near River Road and Highway 99 in Ladner. Delta police spokesperson A/Sgt. Sarah Swallow said officers were dispatched to 62B Street, which turns into River Road heading east into Tilbury, and 60th Avenue at around 6 a.m. after police received several 911 calls about a car

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Red Nose volunteering provides church members way to serve 25 from Ladner Baptist are helping with annual safe driving program

For Jayson Oldham, associate pastor at Ladner Baptist Church, the light bulb went off in a clear and concise way on a problem he was interested in solving. “Our church was thinking of ways we could service the community to show our care and love in a tangible way,” he said. The answer came to him as a result of conversations with friends. “Why recreate the wheel and try to do something new when Operation Red Nose has been servicing the community in such an effective way. We just needed to jump on the bandwagon and be pro-active in our community.” It didn’t take long for 25 church members to step up and join this national safe driving campaign. “It was such a relief to hear they were helping out as our service has become so popular that our need for volunteers is greater than ever,” said Carlene Lewall, co-ordinator of Operation

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The night begins at 8 p.m. with training at Delta Gymnastics Society, the host organization in Ladner. At 9 p.m., volunteers are sent to various pubs and Christmas parties to raise awareness in the community about the service. “Calls begin to pour in starting at 10 p.m. and they keep coming strong until 3 a.m.,” said Lewall. For the last 11 seasons of Operation Red Nose, the Delta-Richmond campaign has provided almost 4,700 rides to people and their

vehicles. With an average of three people per vehicle, it equates to about 14,000 people benefiting from the program. “We encourage other groups to come forward and support this incredible campaign,” said Oldham. “We hesitated last year and by the time we were ready it was too late.” All volunteers are required to complete a free criminal record check, which, Lewall said, the Delta police do an amazing job of processing quickly. If you are curious about getting involved with the program, visit www.operationrednosedelta.com, email clewall@deltagymnastics. com or call 604-943-0460. The remaining nights of Operation Red Nose are Dec. 13, 14, 20, 21 and New Year’s Eve.

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TED MURPHY

MURPHY’S LAW Just because you say so doesn’t make it true. While I cruised around Sunday night, adding and deleting addresses to the list of Christmas lights we publish every year, I found myself on Ladner’s Westminster Avenue just east of Elliott Street. It’s a recently paved stretch of road, and while I was initially struck by the smooth ride I was experiencing, what soon caught my attention were the bike lane symbols freshly painted on the asphalt. The reason I began noticing the new markings is primarily because I started driving over them. No, it didn’t have anything to do with the prior consumption of adult beverages, however it could be traced to the fact that as much as the symbols suggest there is one, there really isn’t a bike lane along that stretch. It’s a nice idea, but there simply isn’t enough space. At one point I decided to steer clear of the symbols as if to simulate the width of a bike lane that drivers shouldn’t enter. To do so meant I had to cross the centre line by a significant margin, enough to throw a scare into the driver coming in the other direction. I’ve seen these phantom bike lanes elsewhere, including along Harvest Drive, and long wondered exactly what they’re hoping to accomplish. There’s no demarcation from the vehicular traffic, so they don’t provide cyclists with the necessary separation or safety that bike lanes are supposed to afford. Consequently, you don’t see many bike riders taking advantage — if that’s the right term — of these so-called lanes. As I made my way toward Tsawwassen via 52nd Street there were more bike lane signs, but at least this time two-wheeled transportation was separated from the four-wheeled variety by a solid white line, allowing cyclists to use a paved shoulder. It’s not an ideal situation on a narrow farm road, but it’s a heck of a lot better than simply painting symbols on roadways and pretending that bike lanes exist. Having said that, I do like the notion of using symbols to replace actually doing the work. I’d love to be able to pull out a “Leaves Raked” sign for my front yard every fall, hoping against all odds that somehow my wife wouldn’t notice that she could no longer see the lawn. A “Clean Laundry” sign beside the hamper would be helpful too, particularly on those Sundays when the Seahawks are on the tube. But, alas, life doesn’t work that way unless, of course, you’re the guy in charge of creating bike lanes.

Behind the mask: my night as Rudy, the Red Nose mascot BRAD SHERWIN

COMMUNITY COMMENT Last December I volunteered for Operation Red Nose. I didn’t think staying up until 3 a.m. traipsing around Richmond and Delta was going to be a whole lot of fun. Sure, when it was over I was pretty tired, but between the people I was partnered with and the people we drove home, I had a great time, and vowed to come back again this year. I really didn’t want to have the same experience, so I stepped up for a very important job: I volunteered to be Rudy. Rudy is the mascot for Operation Red Nose. As you can guess, I was going to be dressed as a giant reindeer, bright red schnoz and all. Team Rudy goes out and promotes the service by visiting places where people are enjoying a drink or two, and team members drop off cards

and table-toppers with the phone number to call. I got suited up and we headed out to the first party in Richmond. Just before going in I put on the last piece — a rather large, topheavy reindeer head. Walking up the stairs to the event, I could see my reflection in the glass door. It’s an interesting experience seeing yourself as a giant reindeer. I just hoped the first group wasn’t a hunting club. There’s something special about being dressed as a mascot when you enter a party. It’s like being a celebrity. Everyone turns and looks at you. And not in a you’ve-gotsomething-stuck-in-your-teeth kind of way. You are instantly the life of the party, people’s faces light up in big smiles and want to have their photo taken with you. We left the party and headed back to Delta. Police Chief Jim Cessford and a couple of his colleagues met up with us to visit the next locations. Being back in Delta, I started to recognize people, but Rudy doesn’t talk, so I couldn’t say hello. Yes, that was me — it was nice to see you, too. We traveled around Delta to a few more spots. If there’s one thing

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I know about touring the area with the chief of police, it’s this: no speeding. At one location, I broke the sacred rule of being a mascot. I saw a friend, so I made my way over and shook her hand. She wasn’t too interested, so I leaned down closer and said, “It’s Brad.” I’d blown my cover. I was no longer Rudy, I was Brad in a giant suit. I won’t do that again... As much fun as I had being Rudy, it’s not long before the important part of the evening comes along: driving people safely home. It was a quiet night, but I know that at least six people woke up the next morning, car in the driveway, safe and sound. Just like last year, volunteering with Operation Red Nose was a night to remember. It feels good to know that, in a small way, we made a difference and kept the roads safe that evening. If you’ve been drinking, know you shouldn’t drive but don’t want to leave your car behind, keep the number handy. To volunteer, or to book a safe ride home, visit OperationRedNoseDelta.com or call 604-943-0460. Tell them Rudy sent you.

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Christmas is Coming!

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Editor: Hats off to the staff at West Shore Laylum care home for the incredible job they have done in decorating this establishment for Christmas. I am sure the residents, family and friends that visit would agree. I was a guest at a Christmas celebration and it was so delightful. From

the entertainment to the delicious food made by the kitchen staff, and then to watch the residents interact with family, friends and staff (even a bit of dancing up the aisle), it was a great evening. It is not just the festivities of the Christmas season you have bought to West Shore Laylum, but for all the years I have been visit-

ing I have seen such an outpouring of genuine love and care provided to those who reside there. We should really take our hats off to the staff for that. You are doing a great job and if I were along in years and in need of such help it would be a blessing to fall into your hands to receive such care. Kim Scott

Vague legislation is left to interpretation

Editor: Re: Members of public should be heard, even if it bores mayor, Community Comment, Dec. 6 Ian Robertson’s quote of provincial legislation records the words “reasonable opportunity” and uses them to backhand Delta Mayor Jackson for shutting down debate on Southlands public hearing after five days of input.

Unwittingly, Robertson has highlighted one of the deficiencies in provincial [and federal] legislation when such nebulous words as reasonable and opportunity are written in as law. What to one authority [mayor] might be reasonable might not be to another authority and opportunity cannot be explicitly defined. Nebulous words lead to uncertainty and

confusion and, occasionally, to lawsuits [where only the lawyers win]. Ted Murphy’s contribution to the exercise highlighted the point: mayors and council members are elected to lead, not to follow, and if the path they take us down is not to our liking, then toss the culprits out at the next municipal election. Bob Orrick

Angel returns cheque that went missing at thrift store Editor: There is an anonymous angel in Ladner! A shopper found the items in my coat pocket at

the Delta Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop on Saturday — my rent and a cheque — I was bringing to the bank for deposit. Thank you

for finding me. The cheque made it home. Please let me know how I can recover my rent. Lucia Ferrari

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Editor: I was pleased to read Mayor Jackson’s letter to the federal minister of environment, urging for a joint review panel assessment for the proposed Terminal 2 project. Similarly, it has been helpful to receive reminders from our MLA about the associated Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Guidelines. I suspect that her suggestion to keep on top of this important process will be heeded by many. So far, it appears that “T2 or not T2” will boil down to another battle of the experts, dutifully quantifying before and after environmental conditions. Perhaps this approach is fair, considering the port’s proposal involves islandbuilding within a sensitive ecosystem. As we head down this

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path, however, I hope we will pay due attention to the less “scientific” elements of T2 as well, many of which relate profoundly to the environment. Take, for instance, the type of goods that will be handled by the proposed hub. Whether consumer products, liquid bulk or dry bulk, each TEU has a footprint to balance — imprinted by countless human decisions along the supply and demand chain. Yet professionalized environmental planning tends to focus on the “how” — i.e. ways to soften the impact of industrial trading — without factoring-in the “what” or the “why.” To some this might be viewed as environmentally shortsighted, or superficial. Likewise, the environment might thank us for learning more about the robust job figures being predicted for T2’s construction and operation. Why? Well, it sounds like 10,000 to 20,000 local jobs are being contemplated. Given that 76 per cent of us presently commute outside of Delta for work, mostly by car, T2 could represent

a productive step forward (or backward) in terms of integrated sustainability planning. As some may be aware, Delta has a Community Energy and Emissions Plan that envisions both “reducing our contributions to climate change” and “creating vibrant, compact and affordable neighbourhoods.” If we are serious about reducing vehicular travel and providing opportunities for low carbon living, a pragmatic “green” lens should be applied to all projects that can further this mandate. In the context of T2, this might entail compiling a different sort of inventory — about the availability of local skills, nearby housing options and infrastructure for active transportation. Clearly, scientific investigation is important to ensure that “industrial impacts” on the environment are properly addressed. I would simply like to see a parallel assessment — by all of us — that ensures that “human impacts” on the environment are kept in check too. Patrick Thompson

Southlands opponents find more ammunition

Editor: Re: There are alternatives to hunting on Southlands, letter to the editor, Nov. 29 Having lived in Tsawwassen for more than 20 years, I am tired of the Southlands debate, and the non-stop attacks directed towards Sean Hodgins and Century Group. Not surprisingly, now that Delta council has conditionally approved the Southlands development, it appears local residents will find other “ammunition” to fire at Hodgins. I am an animal lover, and I do not hunt. However, I

eat meat, I wear leather and I enjoy my down duvet and pillows. I wonder if Leslie Varga enjoys any of the same luxuries? I don’t believe I am anymore ethical than the local residents hunting snow geese on Hodgins’ property, and I am loath to criticize them, or Hodgins for allowing it. I support Century Group’s development of the Southlands and its generous donation of land to Delta. I look forward to future Optimist editions where there is no mention of the Southlands debate. C. Anderson

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LIVING MATTERS Among the things we hand down, one generation to another: teacups, silverware, photographs. We hand down bracelets and watches and medals and tie tacks — and stories. And then there are the recipes. The favourites in my collection do not come from The Best of Bridge or The Silver Palate Cookbook or The Joy of Cooking. They come from my mother’s recipe box, and no doubt from her mother’s before that. Lemon pudding. Savory Shortribs. Hawaiian Dinner. There’s one called Mocha Mallow Mist and one called Jiffy Rice Surprise and one called Good Time Casserole, the latter a not-

I wrote it down and sent it off, along with my recipes for pot roast and chili and stew, even though he hadn’t asked. More recently, there was another request — this time for shepherd’s pie. This one’s been with me for years, and with my mother before me. And so it goes. At some point, if the recipe hand-me-downs continue, I’m betting the sons will be asking me how to make gravy, something my mother taught me to do many years ago. With any luck, they’ll make my mac and cheese and my mushroom-topped pork chops and my Crab a la Milanese, all of which came from you know where. So far, neither has shown any inclination to bake anything, but I kind of hope they will. Odds are good they won’t make pies, but I hope they’ll tackle Yum Yum Bars.

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so-easy-on-the-waistline concoction that calls for two cups of cheddar, a tub of cream cheese and a cup and a half of sour cream. There’s the spaghetti sauce. Sure, I’ve tried others, but my mom’s is my favourite, and that of my sisters. A pound of ground beef, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, and some sprinklings from the spice rack. I deviated once by adding a dash of wine, but that’s as far as I’ll tweak it. Same with the Yum Yum Bars, which have always lived up to their name. They were a staple in my mother’s home for as long as I can remember, and they’ve been a constant in my own. The generational thing continues. “Hi Mom,” came an email from the son sometime ago. “Will you send me your recipe for hamburger soup?” OK, I thought. Here we go.

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LEGEND

11 Werner’s Auto Kiinik

#6 - 7157 Honeyman Street

12 Tower Fitness Equipment

#106 - 7562 Progress Way

13 Brockmann’s Chocolate Outlet Store

7863 Progress Way

14 Fountain Tire

7993 Progress Way

15 Bridgeview Marine

8550 River Road

16 Triple 5 Trucking

9486 River Road

17 Insta Space Storage

9658 River Road

18 Sunbury Cedar

10008 River Road, Delta

19 Great Pacific Forum - Planet Ice

10388 Nordel Court

A Better Way to See Your World EuroLine Windows® is the largest manufacturer of tilt & turn windows and doors in North America. All our products are custom-made to your specifications, right here in Delta, and with our vast array of products combined with the wide range of colours, glass types and other accessories, the possibilities are virtually endless. And our new ThermoPlusTM window & door systems provide superior thermal comfort, are highly energy efficient and meet the stringent Passive House standard.

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A20 The Delta Optimist December 11, 2013

Redi-Strip Metal Cleaning

7691 Vantage Way

WERNER’S AUTO KLINIK

Unit #6 - 7157 Honeyman Street, Delta, BC V4G 1E2 Phone: 604-946-1711 Fax: 604-946-1712

Your One-Stop Import & Domestic Auto Repair Shop For your free quote on any Imports & Domestic automotive repairs call Werner at 604-946-1711

• Designated Government inspection facility • Air Care service & repair • Sale & installation of new & used wheel rims & tires • Mounting & balancing of summer & winter wheels / tires • NEW - Now offering in-house wheel alignments • Bring in this add for a 10% labour discount from Jan. 1st to Feb. 28th

Werner’s Auto Klinik

#6-7157 Honeyman Street

Goldleaf Flooring

#2 - 7331 Vantage Way

COURTESY CARS FREE OF CHARGE

Redi-Strip Metal Cleaning

7691 Vantage Way

December 11, 2013 The Delta Optimist A21

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• Complete Automotive Service • Passenger, Light & Medium Truck Tires • Farm Tires, Industrial Tires & OTR Tires

7993 Progress Way Delta BC V4G 1A3 Phone 604.940.6388 Fax 604.940.5596 f104@fountaintire.com www.fountaintire.com 10% OFF MECHANICAL REPAIRS AND TIRES WITH THIS AD until December 31, 2013

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RAPID TOOL REPAIRS & SALES #3 7551 VANTAGE WAY DELTA, BC V4G 1C9

WE MOVED to a new location across the street

PHONE: 604-940-8603 FAX: 604-940-8614 EMAIL: rtool2003@yahoo.com WEBSITE: www.rapidtoolrepair.ca WARRANTY REPAIR DEPOT FOR MOST COMPANIES: Black & Decker Briggs & Straton Generac Homelite Razor Paslode Delta

Karcher Makita Ridgid Wacker Triton Porter Cable Coleman

Kodiac Titan Speedaire Wagner Freud McCulloch

Bostitch Husky Tecumseh Goss Yardworks Campbell Hausfeld

Jet Ryobi Simoniz DeWalt King Ramset

WE REPAIR ALL MAKES SUCH AS:

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Astro Bostitch Universal Power Campbell Hausfeld compressors Hutchins Sanders

ELECTRIC Black & Decker Reddy Heaters Dewalt Dremel Skil Makita Senco Bosch Walter Milwaukee

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Visit our showroom for Factory Direct pricing on pools and hot tubs OPEN: Mon.-Fri. 10am-4pm • Saturday 10am-4pm

7333 River Road, Delta

604-946-1077 www.h2ospas.ca

A22 The Delta Optimist December 11, 2013

Sunbury Cedar

Coastec Industrial Paints

10008 River Road

#116 - 7350 72nd Street

Brockmann’s Chocolates

7863 Progress Way

Great Gift Ideas

In Time for the Holidays!

Holiday Baskets, Giftboxes, Chocolate Santa and Lots More...

Chocolate Outlet Store :

7863 Progress Way, Delta 604.946.4111 10am-4pm M-F (Closed on Dec 24-27, 31 & Jan1)

We Craft. We Supply. We Install

Same Location, Different Directions With the construction finished on River Road, the way you get here may have changed, but the great product selection and friendly customer service you’ve enjoyed for the last 40 years hasn’t. We still offer the largest selection of cedar lumber and products in the Lower Mainland.

Have a look at the map to see how to get into our yard! Welcome to Sansin Enviro Stains, not only can you protect your wood naturally - you can also invite the beauty of nature into your life. Since decks see so much ware and tear, they need to be maintained regularly. With Dec, you can keep your deck looking beautiful with just a simple cleaning and maintenance coat. And because Sansin offers a range of 79 beautiful colors to choose from – as well as custom color program - you can be sure of finding one that matches your deck chairs. Dec provides lasting protection from rain and UV exposure.

10008 River Rd Delta B.C.V3A-3A5

604-589-1900 www.sunburycedar.com

Watch for our new website launching soon! We also stock bulk Soil, Mulch, Rock & Retaining Wall Products

December 11, 2013 The Delta Optimist A23

MC Auto & Transmission #4 - 7551 Vantage Way

Tower Fitness

#106 - 7562 Progress Way

New 2014 TRUE Fitness models are in!

National Tire Wholesale 7447 River Road

• Award-winning TRUE Fitness cardio equipment ~ producing the ﬁnest cardio machines for 35 years • Paramount strength equipment • Schwinn spin bikes • Concept 2 rowers • UMAX dumbbells and accessories

Taking care of the equipment that takes care of you.

Phone 604-952-0499

FITNESS EQUIPMENT 106-7562 Progress Way, Delta, BC V4G 1E9 www.towerﬁtnessequipment.ca SERVICES INC.

Mike Timuss and Simon Houlihan National Tire Wholesale

f you are reading this message, Thank you. Thank you for your ongoing support as we celebrate our 30th anniversary of serving you.

National Tire Wholesale is a locally owned and operated company established to serve your tire and custom wheel requirements. With over 100,000 tires and custom wheels in inventory we offer extremely competitive pricing and knowledgeable service to cover a wide spectrum of styles and applications to suit your needs. A very experienced sales and service team is supervised by Mike & Simon both 20 year veterans of the company. Specializing in a wide brand assortment of custom wheels, high performance tires, trailer tires and our newest addition of a complete line up of 4 X 4 off road and mudder tires. We look forward to seeing you soon!

WE ARE YOUR PERFORMANCE TIRE SPECIALISTS - WAREHOUSE DIRECT SALES

NATIONAL TIRE WHOLESALE OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; Sat. 9am-4pm; Sun. 11am-5pm

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Rapid Tool Repairs & Sales

#3-7551 Vantage Way

H2O Hot Tubs & Spas

7333 River Road

Bridgeview Marine 8550 River Road

Insta Space Storage 9658 River Road

More than 20 Floor Board Colours are Available. All Floor Boards are 5” w by 48” tall

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December 11, 2013 The Delta Optimist A25

Santa stars at breakfast Annual Ladner Business Assn. event draws crowd to community centre

A holiday tradition, the annual Ladner Business Association Breakfast with Santa was held last Saturday morning at the Ladner Community Centre. Nicole Grazier (top left) provided entertainment while youngsters got to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Coun. Bruce McDonald (left) helped serve pancakes, which were a big hit with five-year-old Chloe Kinneard (right).

Photos by Gord Goble More photos at www.deltaoptimist.com. SCAN WITH TO REVEAL PHOTOS

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Hosted by SOUTH DELTA BAPTIST CHURCH 1988 56 Street Delta, BC

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Children, youth and adults telling the story of Christmas in a fun and engaging way through live music & media. Saturday, December 14th - 7:00pm Admission is free

www.ragnar.ca

www.SouthDelta.org/CHRISTMAS 604.943.8244

DESIGN STUDIO 604-261-0412

OAKRIDGE CENTRE 604-261-5138

A26 The Delta Optimist December 11, 2013

Community Shopping 12 Days of Christmas at the Wild Bird Center

A Gift for Every Day of the Holiday GREAT LAST MINUTE SHOPPING IDEAS Wild Bird Center - Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall 1315 56th St., Unit 123 • (604) 943-5780 Visit us online at www.wildbird.com/delta

BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM MADE GIFT BASKETS TO SUIT YOUR BUDGET.

CHOCOLATES

... and so much more! WE HAVE: British Sweets, Rogers Chocolates, Plush Toys, Diabetic Chocolates, Corporate Gift Boxes, Greeting Cards, Candy Canes and so much more! Beautiful Christmas ornaments by Wedgewood Great Selection of Greeting Cards!

• Gift Certificates • Accessories • Pre-made Baskets AND

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Christmas Decor from Royal Doulton

The Chocolate Bear Shoppe Christmas Hours Monday through Saturday until 23 Dec we are open 9:30am – 8pm Sundays we are open 10am – 6pm Christmas Eve 9:30am – 5pm

Season’s Greetings to all Our Clients

Thank you for your support in 2013! It has been successful first year in our new location. We look forward to serving you in the New Year!

fre-joy of london hair salon

1285B 56th Street Delta 604.943.1444

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& Happy New Year

• Custom Design • Tailor • Alterations • Mend

Your Complete Sewing Company

Ylium

1295 - 56th Street 604-943-0299

December 11, 2013 The Delta Optimist A27

Commu nity Shopping Boutique Blanche SUNGLASSES Intimates “LUXURIOUS” FROM

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A28 The Delta Optimist December 11, 2013 In the Community

Combined worship service to offer sneak peek of concert

Church bazaar at Harris Barn PHOTOS BY

GORD GOBLE

The Ladner United Church’s Christmas Village Bazaar was moved to the Harris Barn this year. Last Saturday’s event featured entertainment by members of the church’s choir (above) as well as a wide range of shopping opportunities.

SCAN WITH TO REVEAL PHOTOS

The spirit of Christmas and the spirit of community will come together this Sunday morning when choristers of St. David’s Anglican Church and Community Choir join choristers of Tsawwassen United Church in a special combined worship service. Sandra Dawn Nash, music director of Tsawwassen United, is also directing St. David’s Community Choir that will sing Vivaldi’s Gloria at a concert on Friday, Dec. 20 at St. David’s.

Nash says excerpts from the Gloria will be sung at the combined 10 a.m. service this Sunday at Tsawwassen United to give listeners a taste of what awaits them on the concert date. “Worshipping together is an act of unity that strengthens community ties, and what better way than through music,” says Nash. In a Minister’s Minute last month, Pastor Paul Woehrle of St. David’s wrote of being “surrounded by song.” He claims not to

be a singer but as a pro-tem member of the Community Choir, he says surrounding himself with musically gifted people gives him a chance to contribute to something beautiful and share it with the community. “It is a corporate expression of beauty, and my part is to work hard in preparation, and then blend with the voices around me,” says Woehrle. Tsawwassen United is at 693-53rd St.; St. David’s is at 1115-51A St.

Volunteers needed to translate for refugee family An Iranian refugee family is scheduled to arrive in Ladner tomorrow to begin their new life, the second such family sponsored by the Christian Reformed Church in just over two years. The new family — a couple with one son — has lived in Turkey for the past two years, having fled Tehran because of religious persecution. Church members have furnished an

apartment in readiness for welcoming them. Gerry Bouman, a retired teacher, heads up the group of volunteers that makes preparations beforehand and also assists refugee families to become established after their arrival. Bouman says although the Farsi-speaking couple understands some English, they will likely be attending English classes for a few months before seeking

employment. Until newcomers learn the language with some proficiency, communication can be a significant challenge. Bouman is hoping that a few people in the community will come forward to offer translation services, especially for various appointments. Such volunteers should be fluent in both Farsi and English. If you are able to assist, call 604-946-7033.

Christmas Shopping

Shops and Services in the Heart of Ladner • Bank of Montreal • Bosley’s Pet Foods • Budget Foods • Café de Gourmet • Evolution’s Hair • Expedia CruiseshipCentre • Expert Hearing • Eyevision Optical

• Grapes 4 U • Harbour Barber • Harold Karro, Accountant • Liberty Tax • Lordco Parts • L & V Nails • Pharmasave • Sara’s Ice Cream

• Snap Fitness • South Delta Paint & Design • Speed’s Liquor Store • Sure Copy • Videoland • 30 Minute Hit

Ladner Harbour Centre Elliott Bridge Street

December 11, 2013 The Delta Optimist A29 In the Community

Rotarians raise $15,000 in TV auction Ladner club puts close to 250 items on the block in 23rd annual event on Delta Cable last Saturday BY

DAVE WILLIS

dwillis@delta-optimist.com

Last weekend’s Rotary TV Auction raised approximately $15,000. There were close to 250 items to bid on and dining gift certificates were the most popular this time around, noted auction chair Jeff Norris. “Definitely this year,

TO REVEAL PHOTOS GORD GOBLE

Iayisha Khan handled hosting duties during the 23rd annual Rotary TV Auction last Saturday on Delta Cable.

On November 28 we had a fire at our farm. We thank Matt and Mike for their quick action, the amazing crew at Delta fire for their endless effort, the Delta police for their assistance and support. And last but not least our amazing neighbours for their kindness, support and generosity.

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Jerry Doucette and Ken Boychuk are delighted with this year’s Toy Drive success and wish to thank all the musicians and the volunteers that generously donated their time and talent to make their 5th annual Toy Drive held at the Tsawwassen Legion November 23rd a resounding success.

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A special thank you goes out to Angie Hurst pictured above with Jerry Doucette and Ken Boychuk helping to shop for Christmas toys with proceeds from the event. Angie and friends worked very hard to make the “Silent Auction” a big cash contributor to the success of the night. Other major contributors to the night were Sharkey’s Seafood Restaurant with a substantial financial donation and Tom Boon from TNT Dynamite Moving Company for picking up and delivering the huge collection of Toys to the Deltassist Warehouse. Jerry and Ken wish to give a special thanks to Terry Nylander for his continued support through the last 5 years in helping make the Toy Drive initiative such a successful event and also to Dave Hamilton and everyone at the Delta Optimist for their continued support in letting the Delta residents know about this festive event.

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Holiday traditions continue

Ladner Gospel Assembly carolers greet carol ships that sail into Ladner Harbour Frosty weather, beautiful lights, decorated boats, a hay wagon with 90 enthusiastic carolers from Ladner Gospel Assembly and a Christmas-spirited crowd were all part of a Ladner tradition last weekend. It all started at the brightly lit Christmas tree at the corner of 48th Avenue and Delta Street last Friday evening. Carols were sung, Ashley and Alistair Milne and Ruth Hanna entertained the crowd in song, and Roy Webber shared a short Christmas message. Alistair Milne led the

Photos by Gord Goble Carolers from Ladner Gospel Assembly (below) entertained at the Christmas tree in Ladner Village last Friday and at the government dock where the carol ships arrived. Ashley and Alistair Milne (right) also performed.

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carolers in song, accompanied by Carl Derozio on the piano and Ashley Milne on the guitar. Marie Webber coordinated the caroling event, which marked 37 years this month. Gary Grant of Grant Enterprises in Langley donated and drove his decorated truck and Ocean Trailer supplied a 53-foot trailer. Terra Link Feed and Farm supplied all the hay bales for the truck and Double R Rentals donated a generator.

The carolers moved from the tree to Ladner Harbour to welcome the carol ships. Roy and Val Botkin organized the decorated fishing boats and light parade, while Gina Summerfeld organized the pleasure boats. The boats and carolers also returned to the harbour on Saturday evening. Roy and Derek Botkin put Christmas lights around the dock, while hot chocolate was enjoyed by all on Friday and Saturday evening thanks to the Royal Canadian Legion.

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Coming Events Clubs & Groups !Wake Up Santa Puppet Show. Santa awakens from a long winter’s nap. Oh no! Has he missed Christmas Eve? No, there’s still time. Come and find out what happens in this puppet show for the whole family. Wednesday, Dec. 11, 10:30 - 11 a.m. & 3:30 - 4 p.m. at Tsawwassen Library, 1321A 56th St., 604-9432271. !Canadian Mental Health Association Delta Offers a Family Support Group, for individuals supporting someone with a mental illness, on the second and fourth Wednesday every month from 7 - 9 p.m. The next meeting takes place on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at Delta Hospital, 5800 Mountain View Blvd., Ladner (Education Room). Call CMHA Delta for info at 604-943-1878. !On Wednesday, Dec. 11, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. the Delta Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Christmas luncheon at the River House Marina, Restaurant & Pub, 582569th Ave., Delta. Cost: $35 for members, $45 for nonmembers. www.deltacham-

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crochet? Or are you an avid knitter, crocheter, quilter or weaver who wants to meet others and get inspiration or help? Drop by and enjoy the camaraderie of doing needlework with fellow crafters at the Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683-51st St., on Mondays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

the Kin Village Recreation Centre, 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen. Photographers of all skill levels are welcome. For more information, contact publicity@deltaphotoclub.com or check out www.deltaphotoclub. com.

!Do you love to play board games? Are you between 12 and 19 years old? Then come to the Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683-51st St., for a fun night of gaming and free pizza on Thursday, Dec. 19, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Games and snacks provided by Imperial Hobbies.

!Tsawwassen Badminton Club is a friendly and sociable drop-in Club (no upfront membership fees) and welcomes all adult players of all abilities. The Club meets on Mondays and Fridays at Delta Christian School, Ladner Trunk Road, Ladner from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Informal coaching can be given if requested. We have three good courts so plenty of court time! Call Peter on 604-940-0844 for further information.

!Come join this fall’s final Philosophers’ Café on Friday, Dec. 13, 1:30 - 3 p.m. at the McKee Seniors Centre, 5155-47th Ave., Ladner, where we’ll be exploring various aspects of religious extremism. No registration necessary. Call 604-946-1411 for further information.

!CMHA Delta is offering a therapeutic arts program for children 6-12 years old on Tuesdays, 4-5:30 p.m. in the Collaboration room at Delta Manor Education Centre, 4750-57th St., Ladner. Call 604-943-1878 for intake process.

!Volunteers Needed - Delta Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe in Tsawwassen is looking for volunteers for all shifts. If you are interested or would like more information please call Sandy at 604-948-0660 ext 333.

!Sit ‘n Stitch at the Ladner Pioneer Library. Do you want to learn how to knit or

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!The Boundary Bay Quilters Guild festive season social and potluck will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Gym, 3900 Arthur Dr., Ladner. Featured will be a display of the Quilts of Valour created by our members during the past season. Guests are always welcome for a $5 fee. For more information visit: www.boundarybayquiltersguild.ca.

Neither rain nor wind nor downpours stopped The Rotary Club of Tsawwassen from getting the trees at Diefenbaker Park ready. Underground wiring to 15 trees has been completed as well as lights installed in the trees for the beneﬁt of the community.

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!Christmas Tea and Dance, Sunday, Dec. 15 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at KinVillage Community Centre, 543010th Ave., Tsawwassen. 604-943-0225. Admission by donation to the food bank. Please bring a plate of goodies to share. !Sheri’s Saturday Social Christmas Dance is on Saturday, Dec. 21. Doors open at 7 p.m. at KinVillage Community Centre, 543010th Ave., Tsawwassen. Tickets are $8 for members, $10 for non-members. Call

604-943-0225. !McKee Seniors Recreation Centre presents Denim & Diamonds - New Year’s Eve Gala on Tuesday, Dec. 31. Cash bar 5 p.m.; dinner 6-7 p.m. Catered by Metro Caterers. Dance to Sincerely Yours 7-10 p.m. Celebrate the New Year at 9 p.m. Accepting donations to the Food Bank. Location: McKee Seniors Recreation Centre, 5155-47th Ave. Phone 604-946-1411. Special Events !The Delta Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop Christmas Store, at 4830 Delta St., Ladner, runs until Dec. 21. You can find everything for your holiday and decorating needs. Hours are Monday 1 - 4:30 p.m. and Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Proceeds go to patient care & comfort and medical equipment at Delta Hospital. To donate or for information please call 604-946-1455 or check out www.deltahospitalauxiliary. org. Arts !From Here to There and Back Again, Dec. 1 - 30,

at Tsawwassen Library, 1321A St., Tsawwassen. Tsawwassen photographer Ursula Easterbrook will exhibit prints of her five month trip in her Westfalia crossing Canada to Newfoundland and Labrador and back, featuring photos from along the way. !On Saturday, Dec. 14, Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra’s Capriccio Strings will play some festive music at the Ladner Pioneer Library from 10:30 - 11 a.m., and the Wind Ensemble will perform at the Tsawwassen Library from 1 - 1:30 p.m. !The South Delta Artists Guild presents Big & Small at Gallery 1710 until Dec. 22. The Coming Events column is published every Wednesday as a community service. If you have a nonprofit event, mail, drop off, fax, or e-mail (events@ delta-optimist.com) the details to the Optimist by 3 p.m. Monday. Submissions are subject to space limitations (no phone calls).

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Academy takes its students indoors South Delta teaching professionals provide golf’s latest technology at warehouse facility to groom young talent

by a Fieldturf company in Kelowna. The academy’s new home opened for business “I saw a few of these Dec. 1 and an open house kids over in Korea. They is planned for Sunday from had only been playing the noon to 4 p.m. for anyone game for a year and six months of it was all indoors who wants to check it out and hit a few balls. hitting golf balls. All they Stubbs and Bolton spedid was put the club in the cialize in working with upcorrect position and hit and-coming junior golfers. balls, hit balls and that’s After coming up with the it. They come out (to the idea early last summer, they course) and have perfect finally had enough time in golf swings. That’s what’s their busy schedule to make coming. It’s the new genan indoor practice facility eration. All the swings are a reality. They wanted to going to look very similar find enough space where and these kids are going to there wouldn’t be any limihave power.” tations and their two-level —Tiger Woods warehouse location does just that. Daryl Stubbs, Dave “Our programs are Bolton and Chris Lowe designed more for elite know exactly what Tiger juniors,” said Bolton, a Woods is talking about. Ladner resident. “We take The South Delta profesthem right from the beginsional coaches who run ning and develop them the Pacific Golf Academy into golfers. It’s a complete have taken their expertise indoors to a state-of-the-art coaching program. What facility that features today’s we are giving these kids in the PGA Tour experience. most popular teaching They are getting equipment. the same tech“We went SCAN WITH nology golfers as high tech like Tiger, Rory as you possibly could go,” TO REVEAL VIDEO McElroy and Ian Poulter are explained Stubbs, using.” a Tsawwassen Lowe, who is the teachresident who has been a ing professional at Cove teaching professional for Links, oversees the proover 25 years. “This is the grams for the more casual way golf is going and (the golfer who is looking to technology) has absolutely make his experience more exploded in the last five enjoyable on the course years. We will still do our with better shot making. outdoor teaching but there The academy’s simulator are things we do here that can’t be done on the range.” allows students to play 18 holes on a variety of coursThe training centre, es from around the world. It which is located in a can also create certain shots Richmond business park golfers need extra work on area near Ironwood Mall, and even the weather condiincludes two golf simulations they may encounter in tors, the ever-popular V1 HD video swing analysis, a an upcoming tournament. The V1 swing analysis will Science in Motion (SAM) then break down the stroke putting lab and a elabo— providing a variety of rate chipping and putting measurements to the player green that was designed BY

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and instructor — ranging from launch angle to speed and distance. “(PGA Tour players) will take this to the range then provide the numbers to (coach) Sean Foley and he will know exactly what his swing is like and where to make adjustments,” said Stubbs. “This is the way it is now for anyone who really

wants to learn to play. We are totally into creating golfers with this technology. We practice here then take it to the course.” The German-made SAM putting lab also provides an extensive break down of each stroke and records the data to help the golfer develop a level of consistency on the green. The opening of the train-

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ing centre also happens to coincide with a recent cold snap in the Lower Mainland that makes it a challenge for an outdoor sport. “The short time that we have been here, we have found our students to be much more productive because they are comfortable,” added Bolton. “They can show up here wearing their regular golf attire.

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“You look at baseball and other (warm weather) sports and they all train indoors during the offseason. We’re taking the concept and doing it with golf.” The Pacific Golf Academy is located at #1155— 12191 Hammersmith Way. For more information call 604274-GOLF(4653).

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Delta rowers win medals at nationals A pair of Delta rowers came away with medals from the same race at last month’s National Rowing Championships in Welland, ON. Max Lattimer teamed up with Evan Cheng to win the lightweight men’s pair event. Tsawwassen’s Brendan Hodge and Eric Woelfl of Ontario earned silver — two

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Sun Devils jump up to elite AAA level in 2014

Be the ﬁrst to see the paper twice a week The Delta Optimist, through Vannet Distribution (a division of Glacier Media Group Inc.) is looking for drivers to deliver the papers to the carriers, apartments and businesses in the south Delta area. The successful candidates will be an independent contractor and will be responsible to pick up the newspapers and any other products being distributed and deliver them to locations in speciﬁc zones within the Ladner and Tsawwassen area early Wednesday and Friday mornings. Delivery times begin as early as 2 am. A minimum one ton cargo van is required and a good knowledge of the neighbourhoods and roads is an asset.

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to the elite 3A level in 2014. They are one of nine schools impacted by the B.C. High School Football Association’s decision back in January to lower the enrollment threshold between 2A and 3A programs from 300 to 275 student athletes. The Seaquam Seahawks and provincial finalists Handsworth Royals are also headed to the higher tier. “We’re going to get ready and see what we can do,” said South Delta head

would have won B.C. 2A titles but Higgins’ belief during his tenure was to only compete against the very best. That changed soon after Moon took over as the limited success was hurting the program’s recruiting efforts. “It was important at the time the kids had a realistic chance at winning a championship,” Moon recalled. The Devils should more than hold their own next season thanks to an excellent Grade 11 group that

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includes a pair named to the provincial all-star team — quarterback Lucas Kirk and receiver Jack McDonald. It’s beyond 2014 that Moon is unsure about. “We are concerned just about the number of players we’re going to have (each year),” he said. “We just don’t have the kind of depth that some of the bigger traditional football schools have. We also have a different set-up where we don’t have Grade 8 or junior varsity teams and instead rely on the community program. The learning curve can be pretty step for some guys and the challenge is going to be even greater.” End Zone... Joining Kirk and McDonald on the provincial all-star team is Grade 12 defensive back Mark Dykstra.

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