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Car flips after striking pole on Hwy. 17

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Police are investigating after a car ended up on its roof in a single-vehicle crash in Tsawwassen on Mother’s Day. The car was travelling north on Highway 17 around 6 p.m. Sunday when it struck a pole at 56th Street and flipped onto its roof. According to police, the driver sustained minor injuries and was taken to Delta Hospital as a precaution. The crash is still under investigation, however, alcohol was not a factor in the incident, said RCMP Cpl. Robert McDonald.

Body found in Fraser River

Fishing boat crew locates it less than a kilometre from George Massey Tunnel The RCMP is investigating after a body was pulled from the Fraser River just east of the George Massey Tunnel earlier this week.

The crew of a fishing boat found the body at around 5:30 p.m. Monday floating less than a kilometre from the tunnel. The crew waited until the coast guard hovercraft arrived from its Sea Island base in Richmond.

Coast guard maritime coordinator Troy Haddock said it appeared the body had been in the water for some time.

“It wasn’t fresh,” he said. “We don’t believe it was a boating accident.”

The remains, according to Richmond RCMP, are linked to the case of a missing Surrey resident and the body has since been turned over to the B.C. Coroners

Service.

Police, however, doubt it is the same body that was spotted last Friday by another fisherman further upstream in Chilliwack.

In that case, the body was caught in the fisherman’s net but it slipped back into river and floated upstream before it could be brought to shore.

Police are still searching for that body.

Lower Mainland RCMP Insp.

Davis Wendell said it is early in the investigation, but the descriptions of the two bodies don’t seem to match.

“I don’t believe it’s the same person,” he said.

Wendell said it’s not unusual for authorities to find bodies in B.C.’s largest river.

— With files from the Vancouver Sun and Richmond News

Election results for Delta South are available on website

Results from yesterday’s provincial election in Delta South weren’t available prior to the Optimist’s press deadline.

Election night coverage, however, is available on the Optimist’s website at www. delta-optimist.com.

In-depth coverage will be included in Friday’s edition.

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Voters finally get to have their say Many claim their mind was already made up before provincial election campaign in Delta South even started BY

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They had an array of reasons for supporting a certain candidate, but most had already determined their choice well before the provincial election campaign began in Delta South.

A steady stream of voters passed through polling stations in Ladner and Tsawwassen shortly after they opened yesterday morning.

They had just three choices - independent incumbent Vicki Huntington, NDP challenger Nic Slater and Liberal Bruce McDonald.

The Optimist was on hand at a few stations to ask voters how they felt the campaign had played out in Delta South. The vast majority who responded said they had their minds made up before the writ was dropped, and that the local campaign did little to sway their vote.

Some didn’t vote based on a particular issue but

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Angela Yamaoka, shown at the Ladner Elementary polling station, said port development and education were key issues for her. most expressed a plethora of concerns, both local and provincial, ranging from the economy, education and tunnel traffic to growth in South Delta and the future of farmland.

A few said they were voting even though they weren’t impressed by any of the three choices, some also noting it wouldn’t make any difference who won in

Delta South or formed the next government.

At the polling station at Holly Elementary in East Ladner, Carol Burgoyne and Fred Klene said the campaign seemed like a waste of time.

“I already had my mind made up,” said Burgoyne.

“Same here, pretty much,” Klene added.

Another voter said the

three candidates only sometimes answered the tough questions.

“Some days it seemed like they said the same thing over and over again,” she said.

Saying it seemed like a clean campaign in Delta South, another voter said Huntington was the most forthright, while another said he was most interested

in the party seeking to grow the economy through the energy sector.

Another noted it appeared there would be a change in government, but he would vote locally based on his feelings.

It was much of the same at the Ladner Elementary polling station.

Angela Yamaoka said the three candidates addressed

the issues, but she wasn’t sure if she had a clear favourite based on the responses.

“Locally, it’s the development with the ports.

Provincially, it’s the education system. I’m a parent and there’s definite changes that need to happen because I’m worried about our kids’ future,” she said.

At the South Delta Recreation Centre polling station, Henry Shannon said he felt each of the candidates did a good job answering questions.

“I think all the issues are pretty well covered,” he said “I’m thinking about the tunnel, that means an awful lot to me as it does thousands of other people.

Having said that, I’m just as adamant about the future of our environment. I want to make sure it’s done right and make sure the farmers have as much of their land as possible. All of these issues have to be balanced out, and that takes a lot of work. We need a balanced approach,” Shannon said.

Clark makes a last-minute campaign stop in Ladner BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

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Christy Clark and Delta South Liberal candidate Bruce McDonald greeted voters at the Stir Coffee House in Ladner Village Monday morning.

Liberal Leader Christy Clark paid a visit to Ladner Monday morning to support Delta South provincial election candidate Bruce McDonald.

Clark made a stop at Stir Coffee House just down the block from McDonald’s campaign office, talking with supporters and giving the local candidate encouragement.

On the final day of the

four-week campaign before Tuesday’s election, Clark was in Ladner on a whirlwind tour of ridings in an intense final push.

According to Elections B.C., 3,413 residents of Delta South, out of 34,473 eligible voters, voted in the advanced polls last week, a turnout of roughly 10 per cent. Delta South had the overall highest voter turnout among B.C. ridings in 2009.

In 2009, Vicki Huntington was the first

independent elected to the legislature in 60 years.

This time she was up against McDonald and New Democrat Nic Slater.

The Conservatives and Greens didn’t field candidates in Delta South out of respect for Huntington.

Both McDonald and Slater campaigned on the need to have a voice in government, while Huntington continued her message that party politics doesn’t allow MLAs to speak out on behalf of their constituents.

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May 13 to 20 marks the annual enforcement-driven initiative that is intended to increase public compliance with safe driving measures in an effort to save lives.

“As the May long weekend approaches and as participants in Canada Road Safety Week, the Delta police are encouraging the motoring public, pedestrians and cyclists to employ safety measures to reduce the potential for injury and carnage on our highways,” said A/Sgt. Ciaran Feenan.

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Delta’s Heritage Advisory Commission identified the need to update the Heritage Strategy as a way to engage the community about heritage, reaffirm and update community goals for heritage conservation, and find innovative ways to preserve Delta’s rich and unique heritage.

Delta council endorsed a terms of reference for the

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The goals of the Heritage Strategy update include: • Facilitate a clear pathway for Delta to achieve its vision for heritage conservation; • Inspire community engagement in local heritage; • Increase public awareness of the community benefits of heritage;

• Identify the gaps in the existing Heritage Management Program; and • Develop an implementation plan for recommended actions.

A public open house will be held on Wednesday, May 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. at municipal hall in Ladner to provide information and receive feedback on this initiative.

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Chief Williams charts new course for TFN Arts and culture, as well as major development projects, top agenda Q: Are you these matan artist? ters. I am Carver. I have glad that Bryce Williams was been learning we are re-elected as chief of the carving up in no longer Tsawwassen First Nation Haida Gwaii under the Name: Bryce Williams last month. He was origiwith a master Indian Position: Chief nally elected as chief last carver whom Act. Residence: Tsawwassen September, but the results I respect very Q: First Nation of that election were submuch.

What sequently overturned.

Q: What about Williams was first elected goes through the sewer to the TFN legislature in your heart when you hear issues with Metro 2009. of “state of emergenVancouver and the provQ: How far back does cies” on other reserves in ince? your heritage go with the regard to youth, housing We are looking together TFN? and health issues? for a regional solution, or My grandfather and I think the government we will do something ourfather were involved in TFN doesn’t care about some of selves.

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Q: What can Tsawwassen and Ladner do to help with these goals?

One day we will invite Tsawwassen and Ladner down to our community when we set up a museum of cultural arts. I think people are interested in that.

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Tsawwassen’s Jessica Maughan was recently crowned Miss British Columbia Job’s Daughter.

“It was really overwhelming, but really exciting at the same time,” said Maughan, 17.

Job’s Daughters is a development organization for girls 10 to 20. Members learn leadership and public speaking skills, and build self-confidence along with friendships, she said.

In order to become Miss B.C., Maughan went through a written portion (a test on the order’s constitution, rules and regulations, and ceremonies), an interview and a pageant.

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MURPHY’S LAW By the time an election campaign has come and gone, most voters have had their fill of rhetoric. There’s generally a desire, even obligation, to take part in the democratic process, but having to endure incessant electioneering can be wearing on even the most civic minded of those among us.

I’ve been to enough all-candidates forums over the years that I think I’ve built up some sort of immunity to the white noise that engulfs us at this time of year, but I’ve heard from many who can’t wait for election day to arrive, and not because they’re anxious about the outcome.

Not only don’t I yearn for those TV commercials to disappear, but I’m actually interested by what the candidates have to say, intrigued by how they frame themselves and their opponents, as well as how only their plan of action will avert total chaos in this province. I get a kick out of how Christy Clark can steer discussion on just about any subject back to the economy in five seconds or less.

That, I have to say, is a talent.

I must admit, however, I’m not impervious to the annoyances that come along with an election campaign. In fact, I’ve become hypersensitive to a particular idiosyncratic behaviour that, much to my chagrin, seems to be gaining steam.

My pet peeve is British Columbia. Not the province itself, but the need by some (read politicians) to use the full name whenever referencing this beautiful part of the world. I don’t know about you, but I live in B.C., and pretty much every time I refer to the province, I do so by using its initials.

Everyone else I speak with also uses those two recognizable letters, but for whatever reason that won’t cut it with those on the provincial stage. I started noticing the British Columbia thing with former premier Gordon Campbell, who was loath to reduce the title of his kingdom to a mere couple of letters. Others have since followed suit, although I’m still not sure if it’s being done to add some formality to the occasion, to make them sound more intelligent or it’s simply another case of politicians saying less with more.

Clark has embraced her predecessor’s way, but it’s by no means limited to just Liberals. Adrian Dix, John Cummins and others are also such British Columbia boosters they routinely make use of the province’s full name.

I recognize I’m being petty, but let’s not lose sight of the fact I’ve heard “one practical step at a time” a couple thousand times over the last month without screaming once.

So much power placed in a piece of paper and a pencil BRAD SHERWIN

COMMUNITY COMMENT Yesterday, the democratic process took place and, by all accounts, 85 MLAs were elected to the legislature in Victoria. (I can’t tell you who they are; my deadline for this article was Monday!)

I spent election day working for Elections B.C. as a voting officer, and every time I’ve worked an election, I am amazed at how efficient, honest, secure and simple our system is. Sometimes I think it’s something we take for granted.

A close race, the occasional recount, but when it’s all said and done, the people’s voices have been heard. We are incredibly fortunate as people die in some countries for the opportunity to vote.

Compare our system to that of the U.S. The ballot has more options than a menu at Starbucks.

They have a sheet of paper that slides into a machine, multiple but-

tons are pushed and voilà — you have a page that looks like Swiss cheese. Run it through a counter and the result pops out the other end. Unless, of course, you have hanging chads. For us it’s an X or check mark beside the name you choose; if it’s in the circle, it counts.

We tend to dislike anything U.S. style: U.S.-style politics, U.S.-style health care; you name it, we hate it.

The one U.S. style thing that I am becoming increasing weary of is fixed election dates.

I understand the premise behind a fixed election date — don’t allow the governing party to set the conditions for re-election, then set an election date on their terms. Set a date for the election and everyone knows when it will happen.

Unfortunately, as we are seeing in the U.S., as soon as the results are posted, the campaign begins for the next one.

It doesn’t help that Americans go to the polls every two years to elect congress, but it seems that U.S. politicians spend more time campaigning than executing what they are campaigning for. The only people who seem to win in this scenario are those who run political campaigns and the sign makers.

The Optimist encourages readers to write letters to the editor. Letters are accepted on any topic, although preference is given to those on local matters. The Optimist reserves the right to edit letters and the decision to publish is at the discretion of the editor or publisher. All letters must be signed, dated and include the writer’s phone number

We have, in essence, been in campaign mode for the last six months. MLAs have been “with the people” since the fall when the legislature was shut down. Any government program, no matter how it was perceived, was seen as an election stunt. The press have been climbing all over Adrian Dix to release his platform since January and wondering what he was waiting for.

Had we not known about a May 14 election, Dix could have concentrated on his job as opposition leader and the government could have gone about doing the people’s business. If fixed election dates lead us to a U.S. style campaign cycle, I think I’d rather go back to the historic parliamentary system where the government drops the writ and the campaign begins. If the opposition isn’t ready for a campaign, it probably isn’t ready to be government either.

I’m a firm believer in keeping things simple. I like boring governments — the more flamboyant they are, the more they seem to create problems instead of solving them.

That’s why I really like how we vote, with a small piece of paper and a pencil. It can’t get much simpler than that.

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May 15, 2013 The Delta Optimist A9

Letters to the Editor

Don’t let tranquil community turn into Coquitlam

Editor: I wanted to add something regarding the contentious Southlands proposal.

I moved to beautiful Tsawwassen in 2012. I came from Coquitlam. As nice as Coquitlam was, it was changing in ways I didn’t think were conducive to raising my two boys, ages seven and nine.

Coquitlam gave the green light to high density housing, clearing and developing green space (Burke Mountain) and redeveloping current commercial properties to include residential and commercial.

I began to see a decline in the standard of living while I was there and I didn’t want my children growing up in an overpopulated commercialized environment.

My wife and I decided to move after 20 years in Coquitlam. We seriously searched all over the Lower Mainland, heading

east of Coquitlam and to White Rock. There were pleasant communities but none compared to the utter beauty and tranquility of Tsawwassen.

I want your readers to know Tsawwassen is a true jewel in the Lower Mainland. Since living here I have been observing the Southlands dispute and have come to the realization that anyone that supports the development of viable and excellent farmland into houses is missing the reason they love Tsawwassen.

I can only conclude the people that are in support of this development truly are living the example of “you don’t know what you have until it’s gone.”

There are communities all over the Lower Mainland that have lost that beauty that brought people there in the first place. Please don’t let Tsawwassen be one of them.

Al Anderson

Visitor is grateful kind stranger turned in her wallet

Editor: On Sunday, April 28 while visiting Delta on vacation from Winnipeg, I lost my wallet containing a substantial amount of money and my passport.

I felt ill. As stressful as this situation was for me, my daughter informed me

that a tragic accident had just occurred and five individuals had just lost their lives in a car crash.

However, we all went on a search. My daughter’s best friend did everything she could, making a lot of calls and, lo and behold, some wonderful, kind, hon-

est person turned my wallet in to the Delta Police Department with everything intact.

I’m so grateful to this person of integrity for caring enough to take the time and effort to contact the police department.

Also a huge thank you to

Sad reflection on our society that Delta requires an even larger animal shelter

Editor: Re: Animals in new home as shelter now open, May 8 The good news is a new animal shelter has opened in Delta, and thus there’ll be a greater amount of space for unwanted animals, almost entirely abandoned or feral felines.

The bad news is, however, a new animal shelter has opened in Delta. No,

I didn’t incompetently repeat myself: There really shouldn’t be a need for yet another animal shelter.

People should keep the pets they adopt.

Furthermore, there should not be any cases of a pet cat or dog being left to freeze outdoors, go hungry or go without clean drinking water in the sweltering heat of summer.

As some owners are abusing/killing their helpless pets, tragically overlooked is the symbiotic-like relationships that can exist between pets and owners, which benefit both parties, including lowering dangerously-high blood pressure in humans and the tendency toward healthier lives for soothingly stroked pets.

Frank G. Sterle, Jr.

the police department for making every effort to get in contact with me.

Though I’m very grateful to have my wallet back, imagine losing your loved ones in an accident. Wallets can be replaced, but not the lives lost.

Patricia Medgyes

Totem supporter

Editor: Re: Totem coming down, May 1 I am 10 years old and I saw in the paper that the totem pole outside the museum is coming down.

I’ve liked the totem pole and I would like to continue to see it, so my idea would be to lie it flat and put a cage around it with a plaque that shares its history.

Alexander Broznitsky

Thank You!

The families of Port Guichon Elementary would like to thank all of our wonderful local businesses for their incredible support of our School’s Spring Fair.

Looks like education going on Editor: Re: DTA wants to put an end to public education cuts, letter to the editor, April 26 As an overburdened B.C. taxpayer, I care little for the concerns — as expressed by a teachers’ association spokesman — in other provinces with respect to class size and teacher salaries. Those items are merely red herrings.

I was struck by the spokesman’s comment that the B.C. government has failed in its responsibility to provide for public

education. If the provincial government has failed to so provide, why is there any need for teachers?

Perhaps my grandchildren and great-grandchildren who fill space in public schools are there for show only if the provincial government has not provided for public education.

I suspect the private schools will now be able to accommodate my progeny without difficulty. It may cost more for the parents, but I suspect the result will be superior.

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Attention Lower Mainland Home Owners: 23 of you are about to make an important financial decision...

“Frustrated Contractor ‘Giving Away’ $5136 Furnaces for $1181 with purchase of Off-Season Central Air ...”**

NO MONEY DOWN, NO PAYMENTS AND INTEREST FREE TIL 2014* (This is the Hottest AND Coolest Deal of the Century” ... especially if your furnace is over 8 years old)

Dear Friend I’m about to make you a deal that’s hard to refuse if you’ve got an “older” (and probably less than optimally efficient) furnace.

I’ll replace your old furnace AND heat pump as a “package deal” for at least $3136.00 less than you would pay any other time of the year.

Sound too good to be true?

It’s not and here’s why. I’m making you what sounds like an unbelievable offer because it actually makes good sense for my business. And you come out a winner, as well!

You see, I know from experience that in my slowest months I actually end up losing money ... then I have to spend the rest of the year trying to make up for it. Right now, I have no reason to believe 2013 will be any different.

That’s why I’ve decided to give up trying to make a profit during these months and minimize my losses ... so I can come out ahead the rest of the year.

So here’s how I can make the incredible offer at the top of this letter.

Every year the biggie furnace manufacturers guesstimate how many furnaces to produce. Since there’s no way of knowing what the weather will be like and other factors that affect sales, these guys always have leftover inventory they have to hold onto until the next heating season.

I saw a great business opportunity in this and went to one of these biggie companies (they won’t allow me to use their name in this letter) and contracted for the purchase of these furnaces that were going to just be sitting around. Plus, I bought 23 heat pumps all in the 3 most popular sizes used in Lower Mainland homes.

Because of the number I bought and the time of year I purchased them, I got an unbelievable deal ... rock-bottom prices.

Don’t get me wrong - these are brandnew, top quality, 2013 models. Not “seconds.”

Not “blems.” Not builder-grade. These are premium furnaces and heat pumps fresh from a name-brand factory with a full factory warranty.

How to Get Your Name Brand Furnace for Virtually Nothing By putting together this furnace-plusheat pump package (I call it the “Hottest AND Coolest Deal of the Century”), going through some heavy negotiations with the

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manufacturer, and then committing to buying 23 systems outright, I got BOTH the furnace AND the heat pump at a price that would have made Sam Walton proud. This means when you buy one of these 23 new, premiumquality heat pumps I will “give” you the furnace and ask you to pay only the $1181 in labor it costs to install your furnace.

Pick up your phone right now Simply call me at 946-1000 at anytime so I can come out and measure your home (to see if I’ve got the proper size unit).

Remember ... I’ve got only 23 matched systems in 3 sizes so you’ll want to let me know VERY SOON that you’re interested.

When these 23 systems are gone, they’re gone, and this offer is null and void. Call me right now so we can get the ball rolling!

As part of the deal, I’ll show you how much the heat pump costs ... how much the furnace WOULD have cost ... and your savings when you buy your new heat pump and furnace as part of this special offer. The price I show you will include all installation materials and labor. There’s no fine print, nothing left out.

Earlier I said that making you this amazing offer is also good business for me The way I look at it, by letting YOU win big now, I’ll win at the end of the year. And I won’t have to “make up” for the lost sales during my slowest months.

I figure if I make you an absolutely irresistible offer .. if your furnace is pushing 8 years or more ... and if I barely mark up the price I paid, I’ll accomplish 2 major objectives that will allow me to reduce my losses the rest of the year. I’ll be able to ...

• Pay my overhead (rent, utilities, insurance and taxes) during the slow period • Keep my service & installation technicians busy enough to pay them to work instead of sit at home.

As you can see, when you take me up on my “Hottest AND Coolest Deal of the Century,” EVERYONE IS A WINNER! And by the way, there’s no obligation when you have me come out to measure your house and explain the installation If you decide you don’t want to take advantage of this incredible deal (although I can’t imagine why you wouldn’t want to save this kind of money), it’s no problem.

You’re not obligated in any way. In fact, just for taking time to read this letter and having me out to survey your house ... I’ll give you a

Very Special Free Gift Coupon ($50 value).

Why? Even if we don’t do business together now, I want you to remember us in the future.

If you’re thinking a new furnace (& heat pump) isn’t in your budget - don’t worry!

You don’t have to pay me right now Because I’ve tried to think of every reason possible why you WOULDN’T take me up on this spectacular offer, I’ve even made arrangements for a super bank rate financing plan. And I’m not “marking up” the interest rate like so many other companies do.

While I can’t promise you this, it’s possible that with this financing plan your monthly investments in a new system could be more than paid for by the savings you see on your monthly utility bills.

My Disappointment-Proof Guarantee Talking about lower utility bills, I’m so sure you’ll see at least a 25% cut in your heating and cooling bills (in reality, it may be more like 35%+), if you don’t I’ll pay you twice the difference for 2 years.

Not only are you getting a new, firstquality furnace virtually free, plus a firstquality heat pump at a great price, I guarantee you’ll lower your heating and cooling bills by at least 25% or I’ll pay you double your savings for 2 years. (This alone should convince you that these systems are some of the very best quality and most efficient available).

But you’ve got to act fast ... call me at 946-1000 right now! This offer ends May 15th no matter what Don’t wait to call me. Here’s why. I have only 8 of each of the 3 sizes. When all of the air conditioners are sold and all the furnaces “given away” in a certain size, the “Hottest AND Coolest Deal of the Century” is over.

And if I still have any of the 23 systems left on May 31st, this offer still ends. The reason is that my business only slows down for a short time. Since these furnaces cost me so little, if I’ve got any left, I’ll sell them next winter at last year’s prices and still come out ahead.

So call me right now at 946-1000 Thanking you in advance, Scott Campbell Owner P.S. Remember, there’s no obligation and even if you change your mind once I measure your house and give you the estimate - you still get that Free Gift Coupon worth $50.

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Reach scores big at McHappy Day

McDonald’s restaurants in Ladner and Tsawwassen raised almost $7,000 for Reach Child and Youth Development Society during one of the most successful McHappy Days ever last Wednesday.

On McHappy Day, McDonald’s donates a $1 from every Big Mac, Happy Meal and McCafe beverage purchase towards Ronald McDonald Houses and local children’s charities.

Since 1977, McHappy Day has raised more than $38 million.

This is the seventh year McDonald’s restaurants in Ladner and Tsawwassen have dedicated their McHappy Day proceeds to Reach, a non-profit organization that provides programs and services to children with special needs.

The funds will go towards Reach’s Building for Children Together project to build a child development centre in the heart of Ladner.

The centre will be more accessible and 60 per cent

larger than Reach’s current facility, helping to provide more programs for children and youth with special needs who are waiting for services.

“We really want to be part of the new project’s success,” said Steve Krawchuk, owner of the Ladner and Tsawwassen McDonald’s, “and we want to recognize the community and the volunteers for coming out to help this year.”

About 50 community volunteers helped out at McHappy Day, including Reach staff and board directors, the Ladner Lightning Baseball team with coaches and parents, Olympic rower Joy Fera, local dignitaries, musicians Joe Barbeck and the Don Burkett Jazz Trio, and Delta firefighters.

Customers and children were treated to music throughout the day, face painting, balloon animals and tours of the fire truck.

For more information about Reach, visit www. reachdevelopment.org or call 604-946-6622 ext. 372.

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His own journey to fitness started slowly at a young age.

“When I was 12, I was quite portly,” Salehian says with a smile, adding that one day he woke up and decided he needed to make a change.

So he started walking every day. Walking turned to jogging, which eventually became running. And while he was fit, Salehian, who was born and raised in the United Kingdom, took his fitness to a whole new level

when he joined the Royal Navy at 17.

He served with the Special Boat Services unit and was a member of the ‘Z’ Squadron, specializing in underwater reconnaissance and attack.

Later in his career, Salehian helped design a program for new recruits to prepare them physically and psychologically. He discovered his natural ability to help people get fit both physically and mentally.

Salehian moved to Canada in 2005 and started working as a commercial

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When the recession hit in 2008, the pilot work dried up and Salehian decided to turn his hobby into a career.

He soon had more than 80 clients signed up.

While the program is based on his military training, Salehian says he can tailor the program to fit a client’s fitness level and goals. He can also create a program to help with illness

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The Lower Mainland Green Team was joined at the Delta Nature Reserve last month by Katherine Han’s Gibson Elementary class to remove the invasive plant English ivy. The work crew, which included the North Delta Green Team, also planted 60 native plants such as Oregon grape, sword fern and snowberry.

Are you the next Kelly Clarkson or Carrie Underwood?

The Ladner Pioneer May Days committee is looking for the next May Days Idol and encourages local youth to register.

There are two age categories in which to compete: 12 years old and under, and 13 to 18 years.

“This is a great opportunity to experience the stage and the thrill of performing,” says May Days committee co-chair Jackey Zellweger. “May Days attendees are a kind and happy bunch and so are the judges — there will be no Simon Cowells among us.”

The deadline to register for May Days Idol has been extended to May 17.

Zellweger also welcomes youth to “take some pride in their ride” by

signing up for the annual bicycle parade. West Coast Amusements all-day ride passes will be awarded to the best decorated bicycle in each of three categories: five years and under, six to eight years and nine years old and older. Judging takes place on Sunday, May 26 at 11 a.m.

Visit www.ladnermaydays.com for more information and to register for either event.

The second longest running May Days in the province, this year’s Ladner Pioneer May Days is May 24 to 26 in Memorial Park.

The festivities begin on Friday evening with discounted midway rides for kids, while Saturday and Sunday are filled with a broad range of top-notch family entertainers and many free activities.

UBC students gain experience on charitable society’s board BY

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Delta Secondary grads Bridgitte Taylor and Tara Azizi have a couple of things in common: they both go to UBC as well as serve as Delta Youth Support Line Society board members.

Azizi said she’s learned plenty from her time with the charitable organization, including a lot about business and how to work within a budget.

“Since I’m not studying that at school, it’s great to get a background in that.

I’ve definitely learned a lot,” said Azizi, who’s taking sciences at UBC. Azizi has been involved with DYSL for two years, starting as an honourary board member in Grade 12 before becoming a youth director.

Azizi and Taylor, who’s studying political science at university and is in her first year with DYSL, go to board meetings, help out with programs and put together a volunteer recognition event last month.

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DYSL offers leadership programs, including the youth apprenticeship program, which is held at the organization’s thrift store in Tsawwassen.

DYSL, which has a mission of “empowering leaders of tomorrow ... today,” also offers bursaries, helps local high schools celebrate Youth Week and supports other charities.

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My husband loves to cook. If that’s what you can call it.

In his world, you see, cooking is an activity that is not associated with the oven, the burners, the microwave or the electric frying pan. It is, rather, an activity that is associated with only one item: the barbecue.

It’s out in full force again. And so is the husband, who is offering these days to make dinner three nights out of seven. In a manner of speaking.

Take last Saturday. The husband, feeling rather benevolent, informed me he’d be in charge of supper.

And he was — kind of.

On the menu: steak.

I bought the meat and placed it on the counter.

The husband doused it with some kind of rub, and placed it in the fridge.

Then he had a beer.

when my husband was In the meantime, I made cooking. a salad. I baked some Outside, I spied the huspotatoes. I cut up some red band, headphones in place, onions, mushrooms, yellow peppers, baby tomatoes and bopping to some tune I couldn’t hear, munching on zucchini, tossed them with pretzels and taking a swig basil, rosemary and olive from his bottle. Clearly, he oil, and placed them on the was having grill. one heck “When do of a time you want din- It’s out in full force cooking. ner?” hollered again. And so is I tossed the husband the husband, who the salad, from the TV removed room. “I need is offering these 15 minutes days to make dinner the potatoes from notice before I three nights out of the oven start cooking!” seven. In a manner of and placed At that the vegpoint, I was speaking. etables on already 45 a platter. I minutes into folded some napkins, lit a the process. candle and opened a bottle “Any time!” I hollered of wine. back.

The husband returned The husband headed to from the porch. the porch, stopping when “Well,” he said. “I think he passed the refrigerator in dinner’s ready!” order to refresh his beverHe placed the steaks on age. the counter, took his seat at He turned on the barbecue, and while it was warm- the table and watched while I assembled the remainder ing up, he also turned on of the meal. some tunes.

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These homeowners are in need of storage and organization in a heavily used laundry/mud room. They want to keep the washer and dryer in the existing location and access to the crawl space also needs to be maintained. The fridge and freezer are not needed. Access to the room for the homeowners cats needs to be considered. Lighting and electrical is minimal and needs to be addressed.

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Laundry rooms give homeowners a chance to create a space that is a little funky and different from the rest of the home. Unique colourful backsplash tiles provide some fun and life to an otherwise bland space. Contrasting light and dark materials give the space visual interest and appeal. Not only should the space be attractive so it’s enjoyable to work in, but it also needs to be organized and function effectively. Having efficient appliances and plenty of storage allows this room to be a beautiful space, while concealing all of the everyday conveniences that make a laundry room work.

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Removing the wall and doorway that separates the coat hanging area from the main laundry room will open up the space.

Changing the swing door to the main entry foyer to a pocket door will allow the homeowners to keep the door partially open to allow their cats entry to the room without having to have the door fully open at all times. Adding a pocket door to the den allows this to feel and function as a separate space. Replacing the appliances with new front load washer and dryer allows for a counter surface to be added above for folding clothes. The sink remains in its current location next to the appliances to utilize the existing plumbing. Adding tall storage units will give the homeowners a place to organize and store recycling, cleaning products, and dry-goods. Removing two existing ceiling fixtures and adding recessed fixtures will provide both task lighting above the work surfaces and ambient lighting throughout.

White cabinets will brighten up the laundry area and an added bench seat and coat hooks will keep the space open but provide storage. In order to keep access to the crawl space door the area in front will stay open and a laundry sorting basket on wheels will be located there so the access is still convenient when the homeowners need it. A fun and colourful backsplash will be added to enliven the space and give it some character. The result will be a beautiful new functioning space where everything has a home away from sight.

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Benefits of a self sustaining garden Gardening is a rewarding hobby with thousands of devotees.

Backyard gardens provide beauty and aesthetic appeal to a landscape, and they can be a source of homegrown food and a natural habitat for outdoor wildlife.

A self-sustaining garden can be an efficient addition to any home, but gardens require upkeep and a certain measure of dedication.

A self-sufficient garden is a garden that sustains itself through proper planning and execution.

Such gardens can almost take care of themselves so long as the soil is healthy soil, the seeds are reused and organic material is produced.

Self-sustaining gardens also represent a lifestyle where individuals are responsible for producing their own foods — thus sustaining themselves without the need to shop for produce elsewhere.

When planting your own self-sustaining garden, consider the following tips.

• Start with soil. Healthy soil is essential to a thriving garden. The soil must have the right pH, correct texture and composition, and be full of nutrients. Very often the native soil in yards is not adequate to keep a garden thriving. In such instances, the soil needs to be

improved. Adding compost — which can be produced in the yard as well — to the soil will enrich the soil with nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium.

• Maintain proper soil consistency. Soil that is the right consistency, meaning the optimum balance of sand, clay and actual soil, is another necessity for a self-sustaining garden. The ideal ratio should be 40 pe rcent sand, 40 per cent silt and 20 per cent clay. Having the right balance of soil can secure root formation and promote proper drainage.

• Test the pH. Certain plants need a specific pH in order to grow. A neutral pH range is typically ideal for growing vegetables. A pH tester can be purchased from a gardening center. Amend the soil accordingly to get the soil back to its correct level.

• Know the growing season. Vegetables should be planted during the season in which they will thrive.

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SAVE SOME TIME ON LAWN MAINTENANCE WITH A FEW SHORTCUTS.

How to get healthy, green grass without all the hard work

There are one million acres of lawn across the country.

Many homeowners aspire to having a lush, green lawn as the showcase of their properties.

The front lawn can make a statement and indicate to passersby the property owners’ personalities and design preferences.

Lawn care takes some dedication and hard work, but there are certain ways to

cut down on the amount of effort required to maintain a landscape. By employing a few different shortcuts, you can have a healthy, lush lawn without spending all of your free time cutting the grass or pruning the trees.

• Stop weeds at the start.

Weeding is one of the most time-consuming parts of maintaining a lawn. Weeds can proliferate throughout the lawn if not addressed in a timely manner. Once weeds take root they can become a nuisance, so it’s best to treat weeds before

they even have a chance to sprout. Apply a pre-emergent weed control product as soon as possible in the spring and then reapply it about three months later to ensure weeds are eradicated. That equates to much less tedious lawn maintenance during the season.

• Plant a urine-resistant grass. Having a dog and maintaining a lush lawn has always been a particular conundrum for homeowners. Dog urine is high in nitrogen. While nitrogen, when applied in the correct

ratio, can be a lawn-growth stimulant, in the large concentration that occurs in pet urine, it causes the grass to dry up and burn, resulting in bare spots. Replanting with urine-resistant grasses can help cut down on the level of damage to the lawn from your own pet or pets that happen to make potty stops on your property. The grasses most resistant to urine tend to be perennial rye grasses and fescues.

• Wake up and water.

Watering in the early mornings saves time and energy

in the long run by fostering a tougher, more droughtresistant lawn. If you water early in the day, less water will be lost to evaporation.

Limit watering to a few times per week, and less if you have had adequate rain. Avoid watering at night, which can expose the lawn to bacteria and attract insects.

lawn as you go, can be healthier for the grass. They will serve as fertilizer and redistribute nutrients to the lawn as they breakdown into the soil. According to The Organic Lawn Care Manual leaving clippings on the lawn will fulfill about 25 percent of fertilizer requirements. Plus, you save time bagging up clippings.

• Mow when the lawn is dry.

It’s not adviseable to mow the lawn when it is wet.

Slippery conditions can not only make it more dangerous to push a mower, but also slow down the time it can take to tackle the chore.

The mower blades can become clogged and coated with wet grass clippings, necessitating stopping and starting the task. Another thing to consider is lawn diseases spread more readily through wet clippings.

Stick to mowing when the lawn is completely dry.

• Mow less often. Raise the mower’s blade so that the grass is longer in between cuttings. The taller grass will shade the soil and block weeds from germinating.

It also helps improve soil’s moisture retention.

• Let clippings fly. Mulching mowers, or those that just distribute clippings on the

Caring for a lawn can take less time and effort than you think.

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Experts tell us that the most attractive exteriors use three to four shades to define the primary surfaces: main body, main trim, complementary trim and supplementary trim. Using multiple colours will create interest and depth and are used to highlight an architectural feature, such as a pergola.

The main body colour is the dominant shade of the structure, often the brick, stone, wood or vinyl siding. The main trim colour is found on windows and moldings. The complementary trim colour is used on doors and shutters. Lastly, the supplementary trim colour can be found on decks, siding, fences, pergolas or other architectural features. Choosing the right ones will result in an eyepleasing, coordinated look

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How to create a paved walkway or patio Using paving stones to create a patio or walkway can help add some aesthetic appeal to any property

Creating a walkway or patio out of paving stones can add aesthetic appeal to a property.

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However, this is a project that can be tackled by the do-it-yourselfer.

Pavers are less permanent than concrete and decking.

1. Measure and plot out the area that will become the path or patio. The area of the space can be figured out by multiplying length times width. This will help you determine just how much material you will need.

As a result, it is easier to change the design later on if you want to give the space a new look.

Homeowners who install their own pavers can save a considerable amount of money.

2. Visit the home improvement store or a supplier of stone and other masonry supplies to determine the style and colour of the stones you will use in the project. Some homeowners prefer to have the materi-

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3. Using a shovel or a tiller, dig down and remove the grass to a depth of four to six inches from the area that will become the path or patio.

4. Fill in the area you dug out with a paver base material, using a tamper (either manual or power-driven) to tamp down the paver base until it is level and smooth.

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How to prep your yard for summer parties ackyard soirees are a staple of summer for many families. Whether hosting a family reunion, a gathering of friends or a mix of both, such gatherings can be a great time to reconnect with your loved ones in a relaxing and natural setting.

• Make sure outdoor lighting is working properly. If you’re about to host your first event of the summer, inspect your home’s exterior lighting so everyone isn’t left sitting in the dark. Check patio lighting and replace any bulbs and make sure the lights along your walkways are functioning at full capacity so guests can safely navigate their way around the party. You may even want to string holiday lights around the patio to create a more laid-back ambiance in which guests can relax without lights beating down on them.

Hosting such gatherings might not require as much work as organizing a more formal get-together, but that doesn’t mean summer soirees don’t require a little work in advance of the guests’ arrival.

That’s especially true if you plan to host the party outdoors in your yard, which will need a little TLC before guests arrive.

The following are a few tips to get your yard ready before your next summer soiree.

• Decorate your yard. Decorations are a staple of parties held indoors, so why not

decorate your home’s exterior when hosting a get-together in the backyard? Use freshly cut flowers from your own garden as centerpieces on your patio furniture, or purchase flowers of various colors from your local florist to add a dash or two of color to the festivities.

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General Tips • Ensure products such as electric lawn mowers, barbecues, power tools, ladders, decorative lights, extension cords and safety apparel carry the mark of a recognized or accredited certification organization, such as CSA Group.

• Protect yourself by wearing protective eye wear and footwear recognized by a certification organization, such as CSA Group.

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Members of the Tsawwassen Guides display the eyeglasses collected, some of them atop the fabric cases the girls made at their meetings.

Guides collect glasses for Third World The 1st Tsawwassen Guides recently completed an international service project to collect used prescription eyeglasses for donation to Third World countries.

Dr. Giulia DeVuono at Tsawwassen Optometry Clinic provided support for the humanitarian project by

forwarding glasses to the aid program.

The project included sewing eyeglass cases to protect those without cases.

The girls also made collection boxes.

Girls in the unit attend four different elementary schools in Tsawwassen (English Bluff, Beach

Grove, Pebble Hill and Ecole South Park) plus Sacred Heart in Ladner. In their school groups, they worked with their respective principals to get the word out.

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A28 The Delta Optimist May 15, 2013 Coming Events Clubs & Groups !The Probus Club of South Delta, a non-profit, fellowship club for retired and semi-retired professional and business people will hold its General Meeting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn. Our guest speaker is Supt. Albert Stritzl, Canada Border Services Agency. Please call Dick Williams at 604940-6542 for information. !Has that treadmill turned into a clothes rack, or are you getting a new sofa and need to get rid of the old one? Join us and discover how to sell your items on Craigslist. Learn the Ins and Outs of Craigslist on Thursday, May 16, 7 - 8 p.m. at Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683-51st St. Find out how to set up an account, create a listing, and respond to ads online! !Free Grief and Loss workshop offered by Alzheimer Society of B.C., Thursday, May 16, 2 - 4 p.m. Centre for Supportive Care, Delta Hospice, 4631 Clarence Taylor Cres. Pre-registration required. Krista Frazee, 604-238-7390, kfrazee@ alzheimerbc.org.

!The South Delta Newcomers & Alumni Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at the Art Galley, Kiwanis Longhouse located at 1710-56th St., Tsawwassen. The club is for women who have moved to Tsawwassen, Ladner, or Point Roberts to introduce you to the community and help you make new friends.

Join us on Thursday, May 16. Contact Marie @ m.crowther@hotmail.com. !A weekly opportunity is offered every Tuesday until May 21, 1 - 2 p.m., to adults with differing abilities to read and learn together, talk about books, make friends and have fun in the relaxed community setting. Come check out Page Turners: A Book Club for Adults with Differing Abilities (formerly known as Next Chapter Book Club). !The Boundary Bay Quilters Guild invites you to attend our meeting on Tuesday, May 21. Our guest speaker this month is Nathalie Millar. We meet at the Sacred Heart Gym, 3900 Arthur Dr., Ladner.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

and our meetings are from 7 - 9 p.m. Guests are always welcome for a $5 entrance fee. For more information: www.boundarybayquiltersguild.ca or call 604-9480692. !On Wednesday, May 22 the Ladner Single Parents Support Group wishes to invite single parents with dependant children to a free dinner at the Ladner Christian Reformed Church, 4594-54A St. Doors open at 5:10 p.m. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. For more information contact Diane at 604-9467033. !On Saturday, May 25 jewelry, watches, sunglasses and “designer Collections” are for sale at the Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., 152156th St. Tsawwassen. !The AGM for the Delta Youth Support Line Society will be held Monday, May 27 at 7 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Community Police Station. For further information contact Debbie Lindsey at info@dyslsociety.com. !The South Delta Stroke Recovery Group meets every Tuesday

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Seniors !KinVillage Travel presents a Coquitlam casino trip on Friday, May 17.

Members only $7. Open 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Tuesday to Thursday at the KinVillage Community Centre and at McKee. Call 604-943-0225. !The Delta Seniors Planning Team meeting for May 21 will include a speaker from Service Canada who will provide the latest information on federal government benefit programs for seniors, including CPP and OAS. The meeting starts at 10:00 am at Tsawwassen Alliance Church at 4951, 12th Avenue, Tsawwassen.

Everyone is welcome.

For more information 604.946.9526 or lyn@del-

tassist.com. !A Spring Luncheon will be held Friday, May 31 at 12:30 p.m. at the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre, 5155-47th Ave., Ladner.

Entertainment by Fyne Tuned. Members $7; guests $8. Tickets at customer service desk Fund Raisers !IODE Boundary Bay Chapter has a garage sale fundraiser on Saturday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4939-1st Ave. (near English Bluff) Tsawwassen. Join us for coffee and cookies and browse through a wide assortment of anything and everything. All proceeds go towards local charities.

Special Events !Tilbury kicks off Bike to Work Week, Monday, May 27 2 to 5 p.m. with a Celebration Commuter Station at 72nd and Progress Way. Ride to work or put your bike on the bus. Be a Bike Buddy and come to the station to sign up and ride with others.

Prizes and snacks. Delta Bike Co provides on-site maintenance and sample the Energy Bars from Urban Village Catering. For more

information email teip@ earthwisesociety.bc.ca or phone 604-946-9828.

Arts !It’s their 30th anniversary and the Delta Music Makers Community Concert Band are celebrating with a spectacle of a concert at the Genesis Theatre in Ladner on May 25 at 2 p.m. Admission is absolutely free but, they will be accepting donations by the exit. The music in the first half has been chosen by members who voted on their favourite pieces from the past many years. The second half of the concert is “moving forward” with some brand new music chosen by conductors Margaret Behenna and Curt Jantzen.

Mark this exciting event on your calendars, and bring your friends.

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, please).

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May 15, 2013 The Delta Optimist A29

“Get your life back” on the Canada Line @ Lansdowne Station

Sun Devils coach receives top award Ray Moon is honoured at B.C. Lions Orange Helmet Awards for over a decade of football excellence at Tsawwassen school BY

MARK BOOTH

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South Delta Sun Devils head coach Ray Moon was a double winner at the recent B.C. Lions Orange Helmets Awards including Scholastic Coach of the Year. lowed with being a member of the U18 Team B.C. coaching staff that went undefeated at the FBU International Games in Texas.

“I call it a hat trick,” said Moon, who also collected an

Orange Helmet Award for the Sun Devils championship win. “The biggest honour is knowing I was nominated by my fellow coaches.

It’s flattering to be in the company of such past winners as (SFU

Ray Moon was a guest coach at the UBC Thunderbirds recent spring camp where nine of his former players could be on the roster next season. The group includes: Josh Cochrane, Denis Olivera, Rene Sencio, Chris Adams, David Mann, Travis McDonald, Riley Jones, Raymond Calderwood, Daniel Stanger, Rene Sencio and Denis Olivera.

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head coach) Dave Johnson and (Mouat coach) Denis Kelly.”

The shorter commute to SDSS for practices and overseeing offseason training sessions hardly means Moon has lots of free time on his hands.

Life has become less hectic since he retired two years ago but running a high school football program is a 12-month commitment. Perhaps the Sun Devils unsung hero is Moon’s wife Francine who not only fully supports her husband’s volunteer work but is even in the stands for every game.

The coach admits the process each year does take its toll, especially during the dog days of the off-season in January and February. However, it also has become a way of life for him.

From the camaraderie he has with his assistant coaches to watching student-athletes develop into

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That’s what brings him back each year.

“You do realize how much football impacts their lives and the community we live in,” said Moon. “I have former players come by to say hi who are now police officers or a fireman. They still call me coach which tells me the title means something.”

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•Moon wasn’t the only local coach honoured at the Orange Helmet Award. Jeff von Ende was also recognized for guiding the South Delta Rams to the Bantam provincial championship.

•Former Sun Devil standout Dylan Ainsworth was a major force in Sunday’s 11th annual CIS East West Bowl prospects game.

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Brian Higgins happened to be in the right place at the right time when he landed one of the biggest recruits in the history of the South Delta Sun Devils football program.

It was just over 12 years ago when the then head coach dropped by the school gym one night while the senior girls volleyball team was playing. He couldn’t help notice one of the parents in the stands was wearing a coach’s football jacket.

Ray Moon was working with the Meadow Ridge Knights midget football program at the time.

“Brian was a (St. Thomas More) graduate and when he saw the Knights on the my jacket that’s where he thought I was coaching,” recalled Moon.

When Higgins learned his Moon’s two daughters attended South Delta and he was a Tsawwassen resident, his next thought was a potential addition to his coaching staff. Moon had enjoyed plenty of success in his three years with the Meadow Ridge program, but the idea of coaching in his own backyard made it an easy decision.

“With the travel, it was basically a 5 1/2 hour commitment three times a week,” chuckled the 55-year-old. “I usually wasn’t home until 10:30 or 11 p.m.”

The former Vancouver College standout and B.C. Corrections officer would serve as the Sun Devils defensive coordinator.

When Higgins departed after the 2005 season, Moon stepped into the head coaching role and hasn’t looked back since. South Delta has become a perennial powerhouse at the double-A level, winning a pair of provincial titles including in 2012 to cap an unbeaten season.

His tireless work was recognized at the recent annual B.C. Lions Orange Helmet Awards where he was named Scholastic Coach of the Year. The honour caps a memorable five month stretch that began with the provincial championship and fol-

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Delta Islanders Jarrett Sagert takes a hit as he makes a pass during last week’s B.C. Intermediate “A” Lacrosse League game against the Richmond Roadrunners at Minoru Arena. The Islanders dropped an 18-9 decision but did rebound to defeat Nanaimo on the weekend and improve to 2-2 on the season.

Jr. Islanders ranked 4th in nation A 4-1 start to the season has the Delta Islanders ranked fourth among junior “A” lacrosse teams in the country.

The Islanders defeated PoCo 9-5 Saturday before dropping an 11-9 decision to Victoria on Sunday.

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Alignment is one of the most important aspects when it comes to putting in golf.

When your alignment is off, your putt will be off, and you’ll soon likely be scribbling big numbers on your scorecard. Puttingalignment practice techniques will help you learn how to properly align your body, the putter and the ball to ensure you’re giving yourself the best chance to sink that birdie putt the next time you’re on the green.

Putting makes up 35-45 percent of all golf strokes during a round. Golfers can improve their game drastically by learning to align themselves correctly and roll the ball on that line.

Good alignment during putting is essential to making putts shorter than 10 feet and lagging long putts close enough to the hole that they can be tapped in.

Some helpful tips to ensure you are on the right track: #1: On the practice green, put two tees in the ground about 3 feet from the hole. Space the tees out the same distance as the length of your putter

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mirror. Stand so the mirhead. This forms a “gate” for the putter head. Practice ror is where the hole would be, set up in your stance hitting short putts so the and turn your putter head goes head to look at through the gate the mirror, you before hitting the shouldn’t be able ball. This will to see your right keep the putter side if you’re properly aligned right-handed or through contact. your left side #2: Practice if you’re leftyour body alignhanded. ment by set#3: Draw a ting up in your straight line on a normal putting golf ball with a stance in front Brent Derrheim permanent markof a full-length

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er. Practice using this line to align your putts to ensure they’re on the proper line depending on the speed and slope of your putt line. The line will help you set up in your stance and address the putter head to the ball.

Once you have your proper alignment you are now set up to make that next pressure putt.

Brent Derrheim is the Head Golf Professional and one of the golf instructors at Beach Grove Golf Club.

To book your next lesson, contact the professional staff at Beach Grove at 604943-9381 or golfshop@ beachgrovegolf.com

LADNER TRUNK ROAD CONSTRUCTION April 15, 2013 to June 28, 2013 To meet the demand for electricity and improved reliability, BC Hydro is currently constructing a new, underground duct bank along the north-side of Ladner Trunk Road.

Construction began on Monday, April 15, 2013 and is expected to be completed by Friday, June 28, 2013.

The construction route is as follows: •

Ladner Trunk Road at 64th Street to 57th Street

before you surf, play games and chat with your friends (or even do homework).

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North along 57th Street to 49B Avenue

Buy a cool ipod — and play all your own tunes, all the time (no more of Mom’s lame music).

The project schedule has been divided into three phases to minimize impacts.

Buy a computer — and you won’t have to wait for Mom to get off Facebook

Buy a great camera — and show off your pix to all your friends.

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Phase 1: 64th Street to 61st Street •

6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Phase 2: 61st Street to 57th Street (Night Work) •

8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

Phase 3: North along 57th Street to 49B Avenue •

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Construction will result in revised and counter-flow traffic patterns; www.delta-optimist.com

normal traffic patterns will resume outside of construction hours.

BC Hydro recognizes the inconvenience this construction may cause and we thank you for your patience and understanding. We will strive to complete the work as quickly and safely as possible.

If you have any questions or would like more information about this project, please contact BC Hydro at 1 866 647 3334 or 3874

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Obituaries

PUNTER, Enid Annie May 12, 1918 - May 8, 2013

Enid passed away peacefully on May 8, 2013 at the age of 94.

She is survived by her son, Ray Punter and daughter Joanne Appleton, six grandchildren and many great grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by so many. A celebration of Enid’s life will be announced at a later date in June.

LUEGER, R. E. ALLAN Sep 17, 1930 - Apr 30, 2013 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Allan Lueger at the age of 82, late of Ladner, formerly Chilliwack, and Cultus Lake.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Gayle and loving parents Robert and Constance Lueger, Allan is survived by 4 children - Gaylene (Daniel), Donna (Patrick), David, Alana and grandson Tanner (Mitch); by brothers Don (Marg), Rick (Sylvie); and sister Mary Ann (Jim) McGregor; also many nieces, nephews, cousins. Al was Ladner’s favourite mail carrier. He never missed a day of work, even finished his route with a broken arm one slippery winter day. He will be greatly missed by all of us. We know that Allan will be in heaven watching us with a big smile as he catches yet another huge rainbow trout, wins at Exhibition Park, calls out "Bingo!", and gives a big hug and kiss to his dear Passion Flower. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 1, at 2 pm, Ladner Fishermen’s Hall, 4481 Savoy St, Delta, BC. Light Refreshments will be served. Special thanks to Delta Hospital nurses Lori and Alison for their care and compassion.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Canadian Cancer Society.

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Drivers

Tow Truck Operators

Roadway Towing Ltd. has two positions available for tow truck operators. Applicants must reside in the area in order to meet our contract obligations. Applicants must have a minimum of a class 5 driver’s licence without restrictions. Most importantly chosen applicants must pass a criminal record check prior to being hired.

Experience is preferred however training will be provided to the right applicant. Some mechanical skills and an understanding of automobiles is an asset. Shifts include weekends and some on call nights. Company also offers an excellent benefits package. Drivers are paid on commission so the harder you work the more you can make. Resume and drivers abstract can either be faxed or emailed.

Fax 604-940-1793 or email roadway@telus.net

1232 COOPER, Audrey Theresa May 23, 1921 - Apr 24, 2013 Audrey passed peacefully on the afternoon of April 24, 2013 with her son Bill and her husband Jack at her side.

Audrey was born in Winnipeg on May 23, 1921 where she lived for many years, most recently in the community of Rivercrest on the outskirts of Winnipeg, where she and Jack gained many lifelong friends. For the past 55 years, Audrey and Jack have lived in the idyllic community of Beach Grove in the Tsawwassen area of Delta, B.C. Audrey is also survived by her three grandchildren, Taylor, Bryce and Kate.

Audrey was a founding member of the South Delta Baptist Church which she attended regularly until the last few years when her loss of eyesight and hearing made her attendance at Sunday Services too difficult.

A memorial service will be held at the South Delta Baptist Church at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2013.

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Information Wanted

WITNESS SOUGHT CAR ACCIDENT

On Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at approx. 6:30 a.m., in the George Massey Tunnel (heading eastbound, towards Delta).

The car accident involved a Red 2009 Toyota Corolla 4-door sedan and a White Budget Truck. The White Budget Truck rear-ended the Toyota Corolla.

If you have any information, please contact Audrey Gauer, Paralegal, of the law firm of Jeffery & Calder, at 604-669-5534 or agauer@jefferycalder.com.'

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LOST Iphone 5 from mens washroom at Sharkey’s rest.

May 11 between 11am and noon. Any info please call 604 250-8992 or return to restaurant.

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DRIVERS WANTED AZ, DZ, 3 or 1 with airbrakes: Terrific career opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects using nondestructive testing. Plus extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks vacation and benefits pkg. Skills Needed Ability to travel 6 months at a time.

Apply online at www.sperryrail.com under careers. Click here to apply, keyword: Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE. EOE

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TRUTH IN ''EMPLOYMENT'' ADVERTISING Glacier Media Group makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember.

Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad.

Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment.

If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the Better Business Bureau at 604-682-2711, Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm or email inquiries@bbbvan.org and they will investigate.

General Employment

Positions for the Vancouver location, minimum 24 hours ours per week. Woodworking and gardening experience desirable, retail experience an asset.

Please send, fax or email resume with cover letter to: 1180 SE Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC., V5X 2V6 Fax: 604-261-8856 Email: vstore@leevalley.com No phone calls please.

LABOURERS REQUIRED

South Delta based landscape and construction company is looking for a lead hand laborer and general laborers. Duties include general construction of decks, fences, sheds, renovations, concrete forming, paving stone installation, lawn installation, pruning, hedging and garden renovations Must be physically fit have 3-5 years of exp. Must have valid DL, reliable vehicle and good people skills. We are looking for a hard working individual who takes pride in their work and is RELIABLE, honest and trustworthy. In this position you will also be responsible for delegating work to others as needed. Must have a can do attitude!!

Please send cover letter resume, references and salary expectations toinfo@homesteadservices.ca Visit our website atwww.homesteadservices.ca

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Hotel Restaurant

Cafe De Gourmet requires P/T Counter Help, cash experience an asset, must be flexible.

Apply in person with resume to: #128-4857 Elliot Street, Delta

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Hotel Restaurant

NOW HIRING Job Opportunity for a new restaurant in Tsawassen, BC. Thai-Isaan Cuisine and Cafe´.

1 Thai Food Chef with at least 5 years experience. 1 Food Preparation/Chefs Assistant.

1 Part Time Server (morning shift). Wage is negotiable based on experience.

Please forward resume to: Thai-Isaan@outlook.com 1256, 56 St, Tsawwassen, BC V4L 2A4 THE ACAD. PUBLIC HOUSE (Van) seeks F/T Cooks. Min. 2 yrs of exp + High Sch. Dipl. req’d. $12/hr. theacademicpublichouse@gmail.com

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NOON HOUR SUPERVISORS “Helping to make our schools a safe and welcoming environment.”

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The Richmond School District is looking for NOON HOUR SUPERVISORS to work either on-call or five (5) days a week in an Elementary or Secondary school. Duties will involve supervising students in school buildings and grounds during the lunch break plus assisting in the office or school library.

The shifts for this part time position are 1.5 hours per day on those days that the students are in attendance. Incumbents are expected to follow the same vacation schedule as the school. In addition to excellent communication and interpersonal skills, applicants must have experience supervising groups of adolescents and elementary school-aged children.

First Aid and other related training, such as conflict resolution or non-violent crisis intervention, would be preferred. The rate of pay is $20.80 per hour, which includes 4% holiday pay.

Applications are available at the School Board office between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or online. Please submit a completed application form with a recent resume along with proof of courses to: Human Resources Department School District No 38 (Richmond) 7811 Granville Avenue Richmond, BC V6Y 3E3 If you have submitted an application within the past six months, you need not reapply. We appreciate the interest of all applicants but only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

For more information regarding the Richmond School District, please visit www.sd38.bc.ca.

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Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months.

Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite.

Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home.

A child at risk is waiting for an open door.

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Office Personnel

HR Assistant

Choices Head Office, Delta

Our HR Department has an immediate full time opening for an HR Assistant to provide support to our team.

This key position is responsible for many time-sensitive administrative tasks and processes. It is ideally suited to someone who takes great satisfaction from moving mountains of paperwork!

Qualifications ❏ Demonstrated ability to produce a variety of business correspondence quickly and effectively ❏ Ability to organize, prioritize and work with a sense of urgency ❏ Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality ❏ Ability to exercise tact, discretion and good judgment ❏ Demonstrated proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel & Access ❏ Previous office experience an asset ❏ Post-secondary education an asset ❏ Must have own vehicle

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MARKETING ASSISTANT St. John’s School has an opening for a full-time Marketing Assistant. The position will contribute to student recruitment, fundraising, communications and marketing of the school.

Experience preferred. Please reply by May 20, by email with cover letter and resume to: psilk@stjohns.bc.ca (preferred) or by mail to: 2215 West 10th Ave, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2J1. No phone calls please.

Please visit www.stjohns.bc.ca for more details.

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1ST YEAR to JOURNEYMAN sheet metal workers, plumbers & electricians needed, Kindersley, Saskatchewan. Top wages, benefits, RRSP’s, room for advancement, positive work atmosphere. office@lukplumbing.com 306-463-6707 LABOURERS AND Heavy Equipment Operators (hoe, dozer, grader) needed for jobs in Prairie Provinces. Apply to: resumes@gcsenergy.ca or fax to 780-888-2100. More info at www.gcsenergy.ca.

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Mechanic Helpers

TSD Holding Inc. a well established trucking company located at 7453 – 124th Street, Surrey, B.C. requires full-time Mechanic Helpers. Main duties include: Assist Mechanics in repair of trucks and trailers, move tool and equipments, clean work area and equipments.

Secondary school with 1 year experience is required.

Knowledge of Hindi or Punjabi an asset. Salary $20.50/hr.

Fax resume to 604-507-7776

TWO FULL TIME positions available immediately for an Import Auto dealer in the interior of BC. Service Advisor -minimum 2-3 years experience. Apprentice or Journeyman Technician- Both applicants must have good attitude, quality workmanship.

Email moejam@telus.net.

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HORSE BOARDING available in Port Coquitlam. Westside Stables. Full/Semi/Self Board.

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CUL-DE-SAC SALE 54 ST & 50 Ave, Sat May 18 & Mon May 20, 8 AM - 3 PM, Garden & Desert Final Plant Sale - Desert plants, tomatoes (heirlooms),herbs,moss baskets, sunflowers, lettuce, outdoor plants,books, garden decor & more! All plants must be sold. Rain or Shine!

Delta MOVING SALE Must Sell!

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Education

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5035

New Westminster

TOP FLOOR quiet side of bldg 650sf 1br+den condo nr Hosp, & Sky train $244K 778-241-4101 see uSELLaHOME.com id5580

6008-28

Richmond

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused.

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Business Opps/ Franchises

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STEVESTON VERY large 1284 sf 2br 2ba top fl condo amazing mtn views, $455K 604-275-7986 see uSELLaHOME.com id5376

6008-30

Surrey

NEWTON 723SF 1br ground level w/private entry, insuite laundry $139,900 604-984-8891 see uSELLaHOME.com id5546

6008-42

604.434.7744 • info@coverallbc.com

S. Surrey/ White Rock

AGASSIZ NEW 2350sf 3br 2.5 Bath, high end finishing, huge master $349,000 604-729-0186 see uSELLaHOME.com id5603

DO BUSINESS in Yukon! 1,831 sq ft prime ground floor retail space on the Main Street in Whitehorse, Yukon, next to Starbuck’s. For floorplan/photos, call 1-867-333-9966.

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES Can Earn $100,00.00 + Per Year. All CashRetire in Just 3 Years. Protected Territories. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629 Website WWW.TCVEND.COM $$$ MAKE FAST CASH - Start Your Own Business - Driveway Sealing Systems, Lawn Aerating Units, Possible payback in 2 weeks. For More Information CALL Today Toll-Free 1-800-465-0024. Visit: www.protectasphalt.com.

PARTIAL OCEAN view, 920sf 2br+den 2ba quiet condo, kids, pets ok. $309,000 778-294-2275 see uSELLaHOME.com id5575

6015

For Sale by Owner

7BDRM/3BTH 5187 Marine Dr, Burnaby. For Sale by Owner uSELLaHOME.com, ID# 5669.

Tel: 604-722-7977. Mortgage Helper. $695,000.

LANGLEY NR town fully reno’d 2474sf home on 5ac ppty, bsmt suite $1,150,000 604-825-3966 see uSELLaHOME.com id5582

3418 Blueberry Drive, Whistler, BC. Bare Land approx 13,500 sq ft. Panoramic views from Whistler to Mt. Currie. - $1,747,000 - email: lsjoyce@tml1.com

Mobile Homes

SRY: 10866-160A St. Open Sat 2-4pm. 4 BR, 2400sf, cds, $623k Royal Pacific Rlty, Elvira Hall www.elvirahall.com 604-783-9632

6020-36

Tsawwas.

4 BEDROOM, 1.5 bath, 3600 sf on 2 levels, in English Bluff area, Tssawwassen, permanent green space at rear of home..suite potential, lot size 70 x 128 approx.

Call 604-948-0148 for details

OWN THE land, Chilliwack, 1092sf, 2bdrm rancher style mobile home, kids OK, $179,900 604-824-7803 see uSELLaHOME.com id5541

6040

6050

Out Of Town Property

Langley/ Aldergrove

$739,900 YORKSTON South area Langley, 1 yr old, 3865 sq ft Cstm design 7 bdrm + 5 bthrm + Legal 2 Bdrm Suite. Call 778-298-8108.

See Propertyguys.com ID: 76108

FORT LANGLEY 2300sf 5br w/suite above 3 additional rental units $965K 604-882-6788 see uSELLaHOME.com id5533

Surrey

FLEETWOOD RENO’D 2140sf 4br 3ba, large 7100sf lot, bsmt suite $539,000. 604-727-9240 see uSELLaHOME.com id5617

Okanagan/ Interior

CUSTOM BUILT, 2200sf, 3BR+ den, 2.5 bath, new fixtures, 7300sf lot, $659K, 604-943-9600

MERRITT HERITAGE style 3070 sf 4br 5ba on 9.9ac lot detached shop, view $895K 250-378-8857 see uSELLaHOME.com id5592

RENTALS Apt/Condos

2 BR, Tsaw, lrg, 2 bath, 1prkg, balc, $1,500 or $1600 furn, 604-275-4898 * 604-218-4804 2 LEVEL condo overlooking Beachgrove Golf Course, 2 br, 2 full baths, new carpet & appl.

2100 sf in ‘The Classic’ Tsaw Town Centre, June 1, $1900, ns 604-943-4229

6508

4895-55B St, Ladner Suites Available.

Spacious suites, balconies, rent incls heat & hot water, prkg available. Refs. N/P.

CALL 604-946-9455

BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

Apt/Condos

Recreation Property

CRANBROOK 2060SF 4br 3ba reno’d home w/side suite on 2 lots $239,900 778-887-4530 see uSELLaHOME.com id5304

6065

HATZIC LAKE Swans Point, 1 hr from Vanc incl lot & 5th wheel ski, fish, $134,500. 604-209-8650 see uSELLaHOME.com id5491

Recreation Property

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GALIANO EXECUTIVE Home & Cabin on priv beach, completely furn’d, many extras, ready to move in. Reduced to $849,000!

Global Force Rlty. 604-802-8711 www.yourlinktorealestate.ca

LOT & Trailer. This little gem is located 120 miles from Van, pool - C.H, hiking, fishing, history of Caretaker, maint $775/yr, $30,000 obo. Lot 33 - 30860 Trans Canada Hwy Yale BC. Ph 1-604-792-6764

OCEAN FRONT boat access only 2 yr old 1600sf 3br 2.5ba 30min from W Van $799K 778-998-9141 see uSELLaHOME.com id5424

HATZIC LAKE 1 hr drive from Vanc, 2 vacant lots 1 is lakefront $65K is for both 604-302-3527 see uSELLaHOME.com id5588

6508

Apt/Condos

Find one in the Classifieds To advertise call 604-630-3300

6540

Houses - Rent

QUIET Clean 2br 3rd flr ste, Tsaw. nr amens, park like setting, carpets, Now Ref’s req, $1000.

778-316-3401 TSAWWASSEN COURT 2 Br, $1200 new reno's, garden lvl, quiet, np, Incl heat/hw 604-250-5390, 778-999-6853

ABBEYFIELD HOUSE

www.abbeyfielddelta.org Seniors Residence Studio or 1 Bdrm Includes meals, hydro, cable, great companionship Margriet 604-943-2678

CHOOSE YOUR NEW HOME FROM OUR LIST OF WELL MAINTAINED AND MANAGED SUITES!

LADNER Del Rio and Lora Court 1 bedroom suites in quiet well maintained buildings. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes heat and h/w. To view please call 604-454-4469 Evergreen Lane 1 and 2 bedroom suites available in one of our 4 well maintained bldgs. Located near shops, school and bus routes. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets and drapes. To view this suite please call 604-454-4469 Harbourside Affordable 3 bedroom suites available in the heart of Ladner Village. Rent includes 2 appl, drapes and hot water. To view please call 604-868-9453

TSAWWASSEN Century Village Beautiful complex consisting of 6 bldgs with landscaped green areas. 2 bedroom suites include drapes, wall to wall carpets, balconies, elevators and wheelchair access. Tsaw.

Manor includes heat. Close to beach, parks, rec centre and schools. To make an appt to view please call 604-948-9111 Greensview 2 bedroom suite available. Includes dishwasher and garburetor. Building is located on bus route and within walking distance of shopping centre. For more info please call 604-306-1499 Kelly Court 1 and 2 bedroom suites available in quiet bldg close to amenities. Rent includes heat and hot water. Building updates consist of putting greens, windows and patio doors. To view these suites please call 604-306-7877

For a full list of our availabilities check: GUILDFORD 1900SF 3br 2ba w/basement suite on huge 8640 sf lot, $479,000 604-613-1553 see uSELLaHOME.com id5608

6065

Need a New Place?

DELTA WEST

CULTUS LK gardener’s dream 1160 sf 2 br 1.5 ba rancher, a/c 55+ complex $63K 604-858-9301 see uSELLaHOME.com id5400

6020-34

www.coverallbc.com

Lots & Acreage

Surrey

GUILDFORD MAGNIFICENT 4952sf 10br 6.5ba back on creek, main floor master br, $729K 604-581-5541 see: uSELLaHOME.com id5506

6508

6020-14

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5040

Chilliwack

Financial Services

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6020-34

6030

Real Estate

At WE BUY HOMES We CASH YOU OUT FAST! We Also Take Over Your Payments Until Your Home is Sold. No Fees! No Risk! Call us First!

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IMMACULATE 2446SF 4br 4ba t/h. Incredible view, huge master br $405,000, 604-466-3175 see uSELLaHOME.com id5226

6008-18

Houses - Sale

6035

6020-06 Business Services

6020

Abbotsford

6020 4060

For Sale by Owner

6015

REAL ESTATE

www.centuryrentals.ca Sorry No Pets or BBQs References Required

Peninsula Property Management

EAST LADNER RESIDENCE AT THE RIVERHOUSE waterfront living with amazing views of water, Mtn Baker & farmland.

Fantastic sunsets.

Beautiful 2 br & 2 bath unit, 1253 sf attractively furnished, 2 wall brs that can be used for hobbies/ office, gourmet kitchen, gas f/p, large balcony, radiant heat, adjacent to marina, restaurant. Walk to transit. Located 20 minutes from airport, Island Ferries and US Border crossing furnished N/P, N/S.

Call Dawn (604) 536-0220

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Peninsula Property Management

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604.536.0220

RESIDENTIAL RENTALS IN B.C. TSAWWASSEN VILLA 2 BR apt. Newly reno’d $1080, incld d/w, balc, prkg, h/w & heat, cat neg. avail May 1, 604-880-5391

6540

Houses - Rent

Tsaw 2Br House, 1 bath, 4 appl, $1600, avail now, to view call

604-948-3816.

TSAW 3 bdrm, full bsmt house on large lot, 2 1/2 bath, all hardwood, gas f/p, large deck, no dogs, $2125. June 1, 5445 15B Ave. Peter 604-250-3154

Peninsula Property Management

Luxurious, furnished executive home in prestigious Marina Garden Estates backs onto 9th hole of Cove Links Golf Course.

2950 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3 fireplaces.

Beautiful home, quality craftsmanship, elegant furnishings, radiant heated hardwood floors, dream kitchen, master suite with FP, Jacuzzi tub and balcony $3495 includes utilities, cable and internet. 1 year lease.

N/S, N/P. July 1

Call Dawn (604) 536-0220

www.rentinfo.ca 3 BR, 1.5 ba, ns/np, 1, near Ladner Centre, 3 appls, $1800 + utils, Avail NOW. 604-325-3420

6565

Office/Retail Rent

Commercial Space for Lease Tsawwassen: 640 to 1580 sq ft

Ladner: 1080 sq ft at Harbourside Plaza, Delta Street.

Contact Tina or Sandra at Century Group 604-943-2203 www.centurygroup.ca

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BR Ladner, $650 incls utils & cable, no laundry, hw flrs, np ns, avail Now, 604-946-2539 2 BR Tsaw g/l, reno’d, Adult oriented, now, 5 appl, fp, $1000 +40%ut, quiet, ns np, 778-888-0546 2 BR bsmt ste, Ladner, $800/mo incls utils, no laundry, no pets, no smoking, Now, 604-727-3502

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RENTALS 6602

Suites/Partial Houses

2 BR 1300 sf authorized suite, Beachgrove, new reno, insuite w/d, gas f/p, 6 appls, hardwood & tile, prkg & storage, $1400 + 1/2 utils, ns np. 604-968-3578 2 BR ste, Ladner, private entry, laundry, ns np, $900. Avail June 1st. 604-946-7063 LADNER 3 BR upr, 2ba, 4appls, $1400. Also 2 BR bsmt ste, 4appls, $900/mo, both inste w/d, NS/NP 604-765-3642

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

Auto Finance

8055

TSAW, 3 bdrm 2 bath pruv ent laundry, fp, patio, ns, no dog $1350 + util, July 1. 604-948-3272

6615

9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

1997 LANDROVER Defender(s) 90, 5 spd diesel, mint, 160,000km, from desert $23,900 1-780-945-7945 604-926-7087 lancebright@hotmail.com

9160

Sports & Imports

Cleaning

'you’ve tried the rest, now try the best.'

Move ins - move outs, weekly, monthly We guarantee our work.

References gladly given.

Try our $60 cleaning 604-716-8631

EUROPEAN DETAILED Service cleaning. www.puma-cleaning.ca Sophia 604-805-3376

8058

Computer Services

Delta PC Service & Consulting

makes your computer work again!

Best rates on the market.

Guaranteed Virus Removal.

Call 778-882-4128

8075

Drywall

Farrant Drywall

2007 MAZDA 3, GS SEDAN, 38km, 1 owner, exc cond. call 604-984-7164 604

Commercial Residential SANDY

946-8460 or 202-8319

9110

Collectibles & Classics

1963 FORD FALCON Futura, auto, 2 door hardtop, all original, collector plates, $7500 obo. Call 604-874-4397

9125

Domestic

GJ CONSTRUCTION

2007 MERCEDES 280E. 4matic, parktronic, GPS, 58km, all service records, like new. asking $25,500 please call 604-940-2296

9515

Boats

Complete drywall, smooth out your textured ceilings. 25 yrs exp Free Est. Graham 604-644-6339

8080

Electrical

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402.

Fast same day service guar’d. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited Affordable Luxury 35,600 kms.

2.4L GDI DOHC. $19,999. Email: sjscot@shaw.ca (604) 794-3428.

9145

Scrap Car Removal

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673

1989 19’ Bayliner Capri Blue, 2.3 litre IO Fresh water cooled, new windshield/canvas/swim grid, trailer. $8,375. 604-837-7564 Aluminum Boat Wanted, 10, 12 or 14 ft, with or without motor or trailer. Will pay $. 604-319-5720

9522

RV’s/Trailers

$200 Min. FOR COMPLETE

FULL SIZE VEHICLES Serving the Delta area for 20 yrs.

Call 604- 649-1627, 946-0943

1979 FORD M/H, 23 ft, cozy, bunk beds, fully equipped, low k, hi way usage, $5,500. 778-737-3890

2H

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1987 GEORGIA Boy 30’, sleeps 6, excel mechical cond, kitchen, bath, $6,500. Call 604-729-9767

TODAY'S TODAY'S PUZZLE PUZZLE ANSWERS ANSWERS

Lawn & Garden

Moving & Storage

8185

ABBA MOVERS bsmt clean 1-4 ton Lic, ins’d from $35/hr, 2 men $45/hr, 24/7, 26 yrs 604-506-7576 ABE MOVING & Delivery and Rubbish Removal $35/HR per Person • 24/7 604-999-6020

landscape landscape construction construction paving stones, concrete paving stones, fences, arbors, sheds concrete, retaining retaining walls walls, decks, decks, railings, stairs railings, stairs lawn installation renovations renovations interior interior exterior exterior kitchens, bathrooms kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, windows floors doors, hardiboard, cedar siding

604 948 5296

604 948 5296 homesteadservices.ca SUPER SOIL INC.

PAINT RITE

BY RICH For all your Painting needs “Call Me – We’re Neighbours!”

Richard Ryan 604-946-4889 604-649-4930

Member: Better Business Bureau

ALLQUEST PAINTING

TOTAL LANDSCAPE SUPPLY SERVICES Since 1979

SPRING SALE

10 000 DSoil li Mix i A • Garden

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

Quality Work You Can Trust!

Interior & Exterior ★ UNBEATABLE PRICES ★ Free Est. / Written Guarantee

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Insured/WCB

778-997-9582

• Lawn & Turf Blends • Super Natural TopSoil • Composted Black Bark • Hemlock/Fir Bark Mulch • Top Dressing Blends • Sand, Gravel & Rock • Miracle Mix Soil • Hydroseeding Contractor

FAIRWAY PAINTING

OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK

5333 - 176 St. Cloverdale FREE DELIVERY

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Fully Insured 20 yrs. exp. • Free Est. Call 604INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SPECIALS 10% OFF

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TAKE AWAY THE PRESSURE Painting, interior/exterior Contact Ian 604-946-9395..604-812-7255

supersoil.ca

We’re in the Big Green Trucks

www.landplus.ca Spring Has Sprung!

Paving/Seal Coating

8205

ALLEN ASPHALT concrete, brick, drains, foundations, walls, membranes 604-618-2304/ 820-2187

SPECIALS ON NOW ✔ Deep Core Aerating ✔ Lawn Maintenance, etc.

“1 CALL IS ALL”

Landscape PLUS

8220

Plumbing

Maintenance & Contracting

WCB 604-943-0043 Local Resident 38 years

Call 604-275-3158 Gutters

DIRTY WINDOWS? DIRTY GUTTERS? Black Bear Window Cleaning does windows, gutters & siding. Insured & Guaranteed.

Commercial & Residential.

Call: 778 892-2327

Handyperson

• REPAIRS • RENOVATIONS • WOODWORKING • PAINTING Call Pierre

604-649-0502 (cell)

8140

Heating

For AnythingYard Related!

“Give us a Call!”

604-946-7308 PAUL WEATHERBY

Landscape & Property Maintenance Maintaining Your Home and Property

Landscaping

Above The Rest. Hedging, pruning, lawn care, owned locally, Call Clayton 604-314-8273 S.B. Gardening Aerating, Pwr Raking, Real Type Lawn Mowing.

604-710-1348 or 604-946-1348

SERVICE RENOVATIONS HOT WATER TANKS DRAIN CLEANING Rick Wegner 604 809 6822 604 952 0975 precision1plumbing.com rick@precision1plumbing.com

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Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005

Too much to do, not enough time? ... I can help!

CRESCENT PLUMBING Heating & Drainage. Res, plugged drains, renos, hot water tanks, furnace, boiler. 24/7. 778-862-0560

• Lawn maintenance • Window cleaning Designs • Prunning • • Gutter •cleaning • Lawns • Fences • Decks • • Pressure washing Stone/Masonary • • Pruning •and Hedging • Rubbish Call Hans JOHNremoval 604-943-4546 Insured) Tel: 604-948-0267 • 604-842-1468 604 - (WCB 842 -1468

8225

Power Washing

PRESSURE WASHING

Houses, Driveways, Patios, Windows BAYSIDE LAWN & GARDEN Lawn Care Services, Hedging, Yard Clean up 604-928-5286

8185

Call Ian Ferguson

Phone: 604.946.9395 Cell: 604.812.7255

Moving & Storage

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MINI & MOBILE STORAGE

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Plumbing

PLUMBING • HEATING AIR CONDITIONING

Free Estimates Reasonable Rates

24 HOUR SERVICE

604.873.3551

www.universalheating.ca Your local plumbing & heating contractor

8225

8250

Power Washing

POINT ROBERTS

604-946-0020 360-945-MINI (6464)

Gated Access

Reasonable 24/7 Secure Rates!

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Roofing

FRASERVIEW COAST TO COAST ROOFING LTD. ROOFING

BOUNDARY BAY WINDOW WASHING

15 Years Experience RE-ROOF & REPAIR SPECIALIST ~ No Job Too Small ~

• Exterior house cleaning • Pressure Washing • Gutters

Gary, 604-897-3614

Bros. Roofing Ltd.

Steve Watts 604-943-4134 778-228-5639

Over 40 Years in Business SPECIALIZING IN CEDAR, FIBERGLASS LAMINATES AND TORCH ON.

Liability Insurance, WCB, BBB, Free Estimates

604-946-4333

PRICED RIGHT PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Power washing/hand washing, concrete & blacktop sealing, rubbish removal, yard maintenance, fencing, gutter repairs and cleaning, windows and much more. (Ladner) Call Bob for a free estimate Cell 604-313-8843 www.prpm.ca

8240

Roofing Experts 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. BBB member

8255

Renovations & Home Improvement

AL’S CERAMIC TILE

ROD’S HAUL-IT-AWAY

Rubbish Removal and Recycling

778-668-4285 Locally Owned... ● So you pay less ● RUBBISH REMOVAL Reasonable Rates, Free Est. Call Gary 604-897-3614

604-948-9573 Cell: 604-836-8943

8309

RDM ENTERPRISES For All Your Household Repairs and Renovations.

Interior and Exterior Finishing, Fences & Decks, Kitchens, Bathrooms & Plumbing Refs Avail. Free Estimates

Tiling

AL’S CERAMIC TILE. Supply & install, samples avail. Free est.

604-948-9573, cell 604-836-8943

Rob 604-946-4796

8310

Top Soil

SUPERSOIL SPRING SALE: All mixes, dressings, mulches, sand, gravel, rock, etc. 604-888-8881

FAIRWAY PAINTING 604 729-1234

8250

Rubbish Removal

'You Call It, We Haul It!'

ALLQUEST PAINTING Quality Work You Can Trust!

778 997-9582

604.240.2194 604.943.2401

PRECISION 1 Plumbing & Heating, Drain Cleaning, Lic. & Ins. hw tanks, service, renos. Rick 604-809-6822

8155

8220

Kitchen & Bathroom Remodelling Bathroom & Shower Repairs 20 years experience Free estimates

Factory Direct Cedar Fence Panel for Sale & Installation

NEED A HAND?

SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC

Fencing/Gates

S&S LANDSCAPING & FENCING

8130

THE SCRAPPER CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

8090

8125

*DELTA SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL

8160

SUNSHINE CLEANING

Wanted To Rent

LADNER APT or cottage for responsible, mature, bloke with a well trained dog. Will pay extra damage deposit. $750-$800 604-946-1555 Ask for Brad

AUTOMOTIVE 9102

HOME SERVICES

May 15, 2013 The Delta Optimist A35

Need a Gardener?

Roofing

10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. WCB. Re-Roofing, New Roof, Gutters. 604-812-9721

Find one in the Home Services section

A EASTWEST Roofing & Siding Reroofing, Gutter, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-783-6437

8270

Screens

DON’T BE BUGGED THIS SUMMER PATIO DOORS RETRACTABLE SCREENS

WINDOW SCREENS

Call Brian 604-250-0711

B MAC SCREENS

(formerly Delta Screen Shop)

A36 The Delta Optimist May 15, 2013

DEADLINE EXTENDED

May Days

Idol

DEADLINE EXTENDED TILL MAY 18TH SATURDAY, MAY 25, 11AM - 1PM

12 Years Old & Younger Idol 1ST PLACE: $200; 2ND PLACE $100; 3RD PLACE: $75

SATURDAY, MAY 25, 1:30PM - 3:30PM

13 - 18 Years Old Idol

1ST PLACE: $350; 2ND PLACE $200; 3RD PLACE: $100

Top 3 in both categories to perform Sunday after May Queen Crowning Registration form available online at: www.ladnermaydays.com or at Grapes 4U Wine Store

117th Annual Pioneer May Days May 24, 25, 26 Delta Stage ~ Ladner Memorial Park