Delta Optimist October 16 2013 by Delta Optimist

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Fergus remembered fondly Boater who went missing last week while checking crab traps in Boundary Bay called a ‘loving human being’ BY

JESSICA KERR

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When 43-year-old Cory Fergus left his girlfriend’s house last Monday evening to check his crab traps in Boundary Bay, she didn’t expect emergency crews would end up combing the bay looking for him. “He was getting the crab for my son’s ninth birthday,” Simone Still said. “He said he would be right back.” She said all four of her children love crab and Fergus was hoping to have some for the special birthday dinner. Still said she wanted to go with Fergus to get the crabs, but he insisted she stay home — it would be too cold for her. Fergus never returned. Delta police said yesterday the file is still open but the active search has been concluded. Through her grief, Still laughs while recalling stories from the couple’s two years together. She remembers last Christmas when she was lamenting the lack of snow in the Lower Mainland. “He said, ‘You will have a snowman,’” Still said. And on Christmas morning, she awoke to find a giant snowman in her driveway. Fergus had collected all the ice from the arena and used it to make the snowman, complete with a carrot nose. “Who does things like that? He does.” Fergus loved the beach, she said, and often went there to find peace, solitude and to regroup. However, he was also full of energy and strived to live each day to the fullest.

Simone Still said Cory Fergus was like a father to her four children. “He was happy all the time,” Still said. “Sometimes it was irritating because he had so much energy.”

Still, a single mother of four, said Fergus, a diabetic, was like a father to her children, in addition to having two of his own.

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“He was a father to my kids when they didn’t have one,” she said. “He did so much for them... He was a loving father. He was a

loving human being.” Described as a person always willing to lend a hand to others, even strangers, Fergus was helping Still renovate her Ladner home. Neighbour and friend Angus McCreesh said he and Fergus had an instant connection when McCreesh and his wife Eileen moved into the same Tsawwassen apartment building more than a year ago. McCreesh said he and Fergus became fast friends. “It was as if we had known each other for a lot longer,” he said. McCreesh, who is confined to a wheelchair, said the two men bonded over shared struggles (both had spent time at GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre) and an interest in astronomy. “We discovered we were kindred spirits,” McCreesh said, adding that he and his wife are still in shock over what happened to Fergus. “He’s a very special guy,” he said, describing Fergus as caring, selfless and quick to lend a hand. McCreesh said he was having difficulty getting out onto the couple’s balcony. When Fergus found out, McCreesh said, he quickly got his tools and some materials, and in no time fixed it so he could easily navigate his wheelchair onto the deck. Still said she is now finding peace in a fact she got to know, and be loved by, Fergus. “That’s the only thing that gives me peace right now... I had it. Even if it was for such a brief time.” See FERGUS page 3

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TFN to build its own sewer plant $25 million project will allow economic development initiatives on Tsawwassen land to move forward BY

new plant will comprise a sequence batch reactor system with tertiary treatment capability. Saying the process will result in an effluent quality that’s the highest in the region, even higher than the Annacis Island treatment plant, McCarthy said the TFN facility would be constructed at a site already pre-filled at the northeast corner of the TFN’s industrial land along 27B Avenue. He explained the waste-

water pipe network would go under the roads to the north end of the tidal marsh that fronts the Tsawwassen lands, eventually discharging into the Strait of Georgia. The TFN must still go through an approval process for the marsh outfall. Part of the proposed marsh work includes habitat enhancement, creating an environmental benefit, noted McCarthy. The TFN is currently securing financing for the $25 million project.

McCarthy noted TFN continues to work with several other First Nations to convince senior governments to make it easier to secure low-cost public infrastructure financing. “The province and the federal government have both indicated a lot of willingness to work with us on that file. In the interim, we are looking at financing options and just in the process of confirming those. We also expect to be making applications

to the Building Canada Infrastructure Fund, which we hope the provincial and federal governments will be releasing in the next six months,” he added. The Corporation of Delta has insisted it doesn’t have the pipe capacity to service TFN growth, conveying it had no intention of entering into even an interim agreement. On its website, the First Nation’s response to the ongoing issue was to say it was “unable to reach a water and sewage servicing agreement with Delta Council, even though drainage water, which contains agricultural run-off and other pollutants from neighbouring Delta empties into the foreshore in the middle of our reserve.” Back in the 1990s, Delta refused to service the TFN’s new Tsatsu Shores condominium development, prompting the First Nation to construct its own wastewater treatment facility. The TFN has an agreement with Ivanhoe Cambridge and Property Development Group to develop almost 1.8 million square feet of shopping and office space on 72 hectares (180 acres) just off Highway 17 at 52nd Street. Site preparation is underway for the two malls.

thought she had to wait 24 hours before reporting a missing person. “I knew inside that something was wrong.” Fergus was reported missing at 4:30 p.m. last Tuesday and a full-scale search, which included the Canadian Coast Guard hovercraft, helicopter, planes and police boats, was launched. The search continued

through the night and into the next day when his small boat was found, almost entirely submerged, 6.5 kilometres south of Point Roberts. On Wednesday afternoon, after 24 hours, the coast guard called off its search and handed the investigation over to Delta police. A Joint Rescue Coordination Centre spokesperson said the deci-

sion was made based on the amount of time Fergus had been missing and the temperature of the water. Last Thursday, S/Sgt. Harj Sidhu said the department’s missing persons unit had taken over the investigation and called in Surrey Search and Rescue, which began scouring shorelines in the area. “We’re doing more of a recovery mission at this

point,” he said. Sidhu confirmed there is no evidence to suggest the disappearance is suspicious or that Fergus was suffering from mental health or emotional issues. “At this point, everything points to an unfortunate accident.” The search, however, was called off that evening after no signs of Fergus were found.

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The Tsawwassen First Nation has cleared a massive hurdle to its economic development plans with the announcement it’s proceeding with construction of a sanitary sewer treatment plant. The First Nation announced last Friday it has partnered with design/build contractor Maple Reinders to build a plant on TFN land. “This decision secures Tsawwassen’s future by ensuring the capacity to provide sewer services to support Tsawwassen’s growth and development,” Chief Bryce Williams said in a statement. “TFN carefully explored its options with respect to the provision of sanitary sewer service, and is convinced that this direction, and our choice of partner, is a sound choice from an environmental and an economic perspective.” Design and construction is commencing immediately. To be built in phases, the plant is expected to be operational by summer 2015 and will replace a smaller treatment plant on TFN land, according to the First Nation.

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Chief Bryce Williams said the decision to build a sanitary sewer treatment plant ensures the Tsawwassen First Nation meets the demands of ongoing economic development projects. “It’s a significant step for Tsawwassen in that the sewer plant is really the foundation for being able to provide capacity for the development of Tsawwassen,” TFN CAO Tom McCarthy told the Optimist following the announcement. “This is very exciting for TFN and we’ll really set the stage for what should be an exciting fall and spring in terms of finalizing some of the proposals we’ve got.” The TFN notes the

FERGUS from page 1 Still said she wanted to thank all those who joined in the search for Fergus. “He would be so honoured that he was looked for,” she said. “He would be amazed at how many people were looking for him.” When Fergus didn’t return for the birthday din-

ner, Still said she was worried but initially thought he might have got cold and gone home. When she hadn’t heard from him the next day, Still said she began to worry. She went to his apartment and called area hospitals. Still said she delayed calling police because she

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Radio tower opponents hosting public meeting ‘Concerned Citizens’ opposed to Pt. Roberts proposal BY

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A group of Tsawwassen residents has organized a public meeting for next week to discuss a controversial proposal to build several radio transmission towers in Point Roberts. The meeting, set for Wednesday, Oct. 23 at the South Delta Secondary theatre, will feature speakers from Concerned Citizens of Tsawwassen, who will explain why they’re opposed to the BBC Broadcasting Inc. application to Whatcom County. The company wants to construct five 150-foot steel

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A BBC Broadcasting Inc. application to Whatcom County calls for construction of five 150-foot steel radio transmission towers at an undeveloped lot in Point Roberts. towers at an undeveloped lot on McKenzie Way, just west of Tyee Drive in Point Roberts, in proximity to the border with Tsawwassen. The towers would transmit South Asian radio station KRPI, AM 1550, which broadcasts from studios in Richmond. The company currently broadcasts using antennas located in Ferndale, WA. The FCC last year granted a construction permit but a conditional use permit is still required from the county. According to a flyer by the citizens’ group, the “emitting 50,000 watts of electromagnetic radiation” will result is serious interference with electrical devices right up to 12th Avenue in Tsawwassen. The group also listed health concerns for any resident living with a 2.8kilometre radius of the towers, including increased risk of heart attack, stroke and cancer. It also notes homeowners would see a big drop in property values. Resident Greg Edwards wrote to Whatcom County Planning and Development Services asking why an engineering report that supports the application ignores the fact thousands of Canadians live nearby The group states, “KRPI’s FCC application fails to recognize the town of Tsawwassen (pop. 21,000) but acknowledges the existence of Ladner. This neglect of Tsawwassen

and its residents, businesses, schools and churches continues in the application to Whatcom County Planning Department.” The Point Roberts Conservation Society, in the online community newspaper, the All Point Bulletin, states the radio towers are being proposed for Washington state because of cheaper land and less onerous regulations than in Canada. “A multitude of potential health risks like insomnia, headaches, and hyper-tension have been reported worldwide. Cancer clusters have been reported around long operating European AM radio stations,” the website states. Opponents note the engineering report stated that BBC Broadcasting was looking for another location to “relieve Ferndale residents of the problems that the current location had caused in an effort to repair ties with the community that no longer wants a transmitter site and is unwilling to support the station.” Concerned Citizens of Tsawwassen is working in conjunction with Fight the Towers, a coalition of individuals and organizations from both sides of the border. Next Wednesday’s public meeting at the SDSS theatre goes from 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, e-mail NoRadioTower@ gmail.com.

Delta wants review panel to consider Terminal 2

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Delta would like to see Port Metro Vancouver’s Terminal 2 proposal assessed by a joint review panel. The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency accepted the port authority’s project description for T2 last month and is in the process of determining whether a federal environmental assessment is required for the project. At last Monday’s Delta council meeting, civic politicians approved sending a letter to the CEAA requesting that the project be subject to an environmental assessment by a joint review panel. An environmental assessment can be conducted one of two ways: by a responsible authority, the CEAA in this case, or by a review panel made up of individuals appointed by the environment minister based on their knowledge, experience and expertise. “A review by a responsi-

process.” ble authority must be comT2 is a proposed threepleted with 365 days of the berth container terminal notice of commencement, that would provide 2.4 whereas a review panel has million TEUs (20-foot 24 months to complete the equivalent unit review,” containers) Sean “It is felt that a of container McGill, Delta’s development on the capacity at Deltaport. director scale of T2 warrants The project is of human resources a panel review since part of PMV’s Container and corpo- it will allow more Capacity rate planImprovement ning, stated time and greater in a report opportunity for public Program, a long-term to council. participation than strategy to “Review an agency review meet anticipanels pated growth hold public process.” hearings Sean McGill through to 2030. to allow Although interested the deadline for submisparties to present evidence, sions to the CEAA was concerns and comments yesterday, public will have regarding the project and an opportunity to learn can summon witnesses to more about the proposed present evidence regardproject at a pair of upcoming assessment reports,” ing open houses: at the he said. “It is felt that a development on the scale of Delta Town & Country Inn on Thursday, Oct. 24 T2 warrants a panel review from 5 to 8 p.m. and at the since it will allow more Coast Tsawwassen Inn on time and greater opportuSaturday, Oct. 26 from 10 nity for public participaa.m. to 1 p.m. tion than an agency review

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The forecast was in, and I was getting mighty stoked. No, the call wasn’t for sun or unseasonable warmth or even a break in the clouds. No one was talking the nice stuff. Quite the opposite. “The winds are supposed to be up to 70 kilometres tomorrow!” I hollered to anyone who’d listen. “With gusts up to 90! And maybe 100!” I’d been watching the news. I’d learned, not only that the days of patio dining were done, but that a storm was on the way. I flew into action. “I’m going to the store!” I announced. “We’ll be needing candles! And flashlight batteries! And fire logs!” And, of course, food. I picked up what’ll I’ll admit was probably more than we’d need. Three boxes

of cereal. Four hundred grams of smoked ham. Six litres of orange juice, two dozen eggs and five loaves of bread. “How’s the propane?” I asked the husband. “Because we’ll probably be out of power and need to cook on the barbecue!” I proceeded to adhere to what the forecasters advised, which was to batten down the hatches. I did not know what hatches are, or where they heck the hatches were, but I did remove all those items from the porch that I was certain would be transported by the gale force winds to the other side of the province. I took a look outside. The branches on the cedar trees were moving. No, they weren’t being whipped about. And no, you couldn’t say they were swaying. But they were definitely moving. A little bit anyway. Same with the sky. OK, so the clouds weren’t black and foreboding. And no, they weren’t unleashing great buckets of rain on the world outside my window.

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MURPHY’S LAW It’s a massive understatement to suggest the last couple of weeks have been a tough time to be a spokesperson for Fraser Health in these parts. After an extremely acrimonious relationship with the community a decade ago, the health region hasn’t made a lot of news in recent years, but when it has, most of it has been of the positive variety. Services have been restored and expanded, with plans for even more, so the vibe has been largely favourable. However, those sunny skies have seen dark clouds roll in. From the controversial discharge of an elderly woman from the ER at Delta Hospital, to the protest at the public health unit in Ladner, to a doctor sounding the alarm over service levels, the last couple of weeks have been rough. And if all that wasn’t bad enough, local artists are so miffed with FHA regulations they’ve pulled their work from the walls of Delta Hospital. Fraser Health is a monolith, an organization with more than 20,000 staff, an annual operating budget in the neighbourhood of $3 billion and a service area of some 1.6 million people, so it’s only natural that issues would arise with some regularity. Controversies over service levels are the most common as well as often the most difficult to address, given they’re inextricably linked to budgets, taxes and the like. Ironically, however, it’s perhaps the easiest situation to fix that’s giving the Fraser Health the most grief these days. The opening of the half-billion-dollar ER at Surrey Memorial last week was sideswiped when members of the media took the opportunity to probe further into the case of the Tsawwassen woman discharged from Delta ER in the middle of the night. I don’t think Fraser Health CEO Nigel Murray did himself or the organization any favours by then issuing a statement that essentially supported the way the discharge was handled and offered a rather hollow apology for a “care experience (that) was not a positive one.” There are all sorts of mitigating factors, but the optics of this one are that a legally blind 90-year-old, wearing pajamas and stocking feet, was put in a cab alone in the middle of a rainy night. Having her stay in a bed for another six hours until a family member picked her up in the morning would, I think most would agree, have been the preferred option. As I mentioned, it’s a big organization, so there will always be fires that need to be put out, including ones that are started inadvertently.

Viewing seniors as assets will only make society stronger CORRY ANDERSONFENNELL

COMMUNITY COMMENT Seniors rule, and here’s why. In case you missed it, Oct. 1 was National Seniors Day in Canada. I didn’t even know we had such a day (thanks a lot, Hallmark) until I heard a local seniors’ activist on the radio criticizing the B.C. Liberals for failing to appoint a provincial seniors advocate a full 20 months after promising one in its B.C. Seniors Plan. Days later, the Canadian Centre for Elder Law and the West Coast Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund announced the findings of their study revealing rampant physical, emotional and economic abuse of seniors in our communities. Meanwhile, Canada’s International Federation on Aging is currently lobbying Facebook to protect seniors from hate speech after a Yale University study found that seniors were the targets of bigotry and discrimination on the influential social networking site by almost three-quarters of the 84 public groups in the study.

And let’s not forget the constant dire warnings from financial and health care analysts about Canada’s impending “grey tsunami,” the catchphrase for the demographic shift that will see the number of Canadians age 65 and older double to 10.4 million by 2036. By 2051, one in four Canadians is expected to reach that age. It seems like seniors are synonymous with vulnerable, weak, dispensable and something to be feared. I bet even Jason Voorhees would get a warmer reception around some campfires than a senior citizen these days. Yes, our population of older Canadians is growing, but we’re all going to get there — if we’re lucky — and I’m not so sure this is such a bad thing. Seniors are responsible for a great many wonderful things in this country. According to Volunteer Canada, seniors collectively volunteer more than 370 million hours annually. Many are the founders of nonprofit organizations and social movements that have played a fundamental role in shaping Canadian society and establishing essential community services. My neighbour, Sally, is just one such volunteer. At 71, she volunteers for the Tsawwassen United Church, helping to make the fruit pies for the annual bazaar (to be held this coming Saturday at 69353rd St. between 10 a.m. and 2

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p.m.), she’s a master swimmer who keeps adding hardware to her medal collection every Seniors Games, she owns a sailboat and actually sails it, she’s one of the most active members of our strata council, and the physical effort she puts into the landscaping around our complex is unmatched by anyone. She also just bought a new car, so her driving days are long from over. Much is often made of the toll taken by seniors on the health care system. Sure, fine. But they take no toll on that other giant piece of pie in the colourful graphic of provincial expenditures: our education system. And unless it’s a crime to be a victim, I suspect seniors also cost our criminal justice system very little. And as for being financial freeloaders who don’t contribute one bacon bit to society, seniors continue to make significant contributions to the economy. Only 4.4 per cent of Canadians 60 and older earn less than the median income, and the average income of people over 60 is 90.8 per cent of the average for the rest of the population. The sooner we start viewing seniors as the assets and resources they are, the better off we’ll be — and this will never be truer than when we find ourselves at some point walking in their same orthopedic shoes.

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Editor: Re: New crossing comes ahead of schedule, letter to the editor, Oct. 9 I was a supporter of Greg Hoover’s long struggle to convince the provincial government that his route was better than the one taken by the South Fraser Perimeter Road. However, after reading his rambling dissertation about replacing the aging George Massey Tunnel with a new bridge, I wonder what caused him to write such a letter without including all of the facts. Let’s review a few basic truths: The new bridge is not being built solely for the residents of Ladner and Tsawwassen, just as those same residents do not solely use the tunnel. The much greater population that uses the tunnel and that will use the new bridge comes from South Surrey, Langley and

even Aldergrove. Those areas are experiencing a population boom that will only accelerate in the coming years. We will see South Surrey and Langley grow by tens of thousands over the next decade. Are we experiencing a population boom in Tsawwassen and Ladner? The short answer is no. He goes on to state the only group that benefits from the new bridge is Port Metro Vancouver. That’s ignoring the facts. The tunnel is old and despite seismic upgrading, I wouldn’t want my cat, with all of its nine lives, to be in there when we experience a big earthquake. So let’s park the rhetoric and move ahead with a bridge that will alleviate our transportation bottleneck for decades to come. Hart Pfortmueller

Put Olympic training centre on Southlands

Editor: As secretary treasurer of the Delta school district, I received calls complaining about the nuisance created by rebuilding school fields, and also about the noise made by children and adults using the fields on weekends. The return to com-

mercial farming to the Southlands, with its dust and stinks, would be a constant annoyance to surrounding residents. Farming an isolated property such as the Southlands at a profit I judge to be impossible, since no one is doing so. The smaller, cheaper

houses such as the display home in the mall will be a boon for young adults and retirees. The wonderful gift of 425 acres to the municipality is unprecedented, and must not be allowed to slip away. Its use as parkland, walking trails, garden plots, or whatever else, is a

fantastic value to our community. I believe Delta should take advantage of the location, which has the best climate in Canada’s mainland, by developing an Olympic training centre, similar to Colorado Springs in the United States. Miles Adam

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Editor: Re: New crossing comes ahead of schedule, letter to the editor, Oct. 9 What an astonishing insight this gentleman always has. His views make just too much sense. I can only hope the politicians

will pay attention to his learned views. He’s very clever. We always need and can use brains like his in our community. I urge our mayor and other civic leaders to heed this advice. P.M. Gowing

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Editor: Re: Doctor speaks up for colleagues, Oct. 9 I would have to agree with Dr. Ken Lai in regard to X-rays and X-ray reports. In October of 2012, my eldest son injured his elbow at school while playing volleyball. He was in a great deal of pain, and I was contacted by the school to pick him up. We went straight to the walk-in-clinic and were referred to Delta Hospital for an X-ray. After my son had his elbow X-rayed, I was told to

Editor: On the morning of Aug. 19 I was taken to Delta Hospital by ambulance, my diagnosis later being double pneumonia. In my 85 years

(Local Government Act Section 921) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, at a meeting of the Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta to commence at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 21, 2013 at the Municipal Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, the Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will consider a resolution to issue Temporary Use Permit LU006968. Details of the Temporary Use Permit are as follows: BC Transportation Financing Authority 5A-940 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 9T5

APPLICANT: Kozul Holdings Inc. 408-2052 41 Avenue West, Vancouver, BC V6M 1Y8 LOCATION: A portion of the property at 7590 80 Street (as shown hatched on the map below). PURPOSE:

To permit the outside storage of shipping containers on a 1.2 hectare portion of the subject property, with a zero side setback on the interior (north) lot line, for a period of 24 months.

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that the Temporary Use Permit, detailed maps and other relevant information and regulations may be inspected at the ofﬁce of the Community Planning and Development Department, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, (604-946-3380) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., and Thursday between 8:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. from OCTOBER 10, 2013 TO OCTOBER 21, 2013, exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays. Interested parties have the opportunity to provide written comments regarding the proposal at this time. Comments are to be received on or before 12:00 noon, October 21, 2013. Comments should be referred to: Mayor and Council The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 • Email: mayor-council@delta.ca The Corporation of Delta 4500 ClarenceTaylor Crescent Delta BC V4K 3E2 delta.ca www.corp.delta.bc.ca

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there. He was seen by an orthopedic specialist who felt that according to the X-ray, and another taken at Children’s, my son could possibly have damage to the growth plate on one of the bones in his elbow. If a growth plate is damaged, it can potentially stop growing, which of course is going to cause a problem when the rest of the arm bones continue growing normally. The doctor decided to err on the side of caution and put my son in a cast for

three weeks. You can imagine my surprise when I was contacted just a day after my son’s cast was removed and told by the walk-inclinic that my son’s X-rays had come back and they were just fine. That is unacceptable. I don’t agree with Annette Garm when she stated, “Health outcomes are improving and access to services are becoming more equitable.” lf they are, it hasn’t been my experience. Leslie Varga

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take him home and I would be contacted if anything was found on the X-ray. I was shocked that at 4 p.m. on a weekday there wasn’t a radiologist at the hospital to read on X-ray. I was also concerned that if my son did have a fracture, he would have to sit at home in pain as we waited for a phone call regarding his injury. Needless to say, I was extremely frustrated. We requested a copy of the X-rays be forwarded to Children’s Hospital and we proceeded to take my son

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on this Earth, many things have happened to me but none quite so frightening as not being able to breathe. Upon arrival I was immediately deposited to the respiratory trauma area where there were at least five people waiting for me. One nurse in particular, Toni, explained every step that was being taken. After I left the trauma area I was moved to the monitoring area where there was an elderly nurse taking over. She tried to make me as comfortable as pos-

sible and then took it upon herself to get rid of my two neighbours, telling them I needed to rest and they should go home and let her do her job. What a breath of fresh air she was and she certainly took care of her charges. I was eventually transferred from the ambulance gurney to an actual bed, which was a relief. After two days I was transferred to Surrey Memorial Hospital for an echogram. Sent by the hospital transfer bus, I was accompanied by

a nurse who had an emergency lunch, snacks and diabetic pills with him in case a problem arose. The food in the hospital was good, despite complaints I have heard. The care by the nurses was above and beyond the call of duty. I will always remember my nurse Ryan who was always at hand when I needed him and the lovely student nurse Erica, so kind and caring. Thank heaven we have this lovely hospital. Bernice Pollard

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Century Group is the right company for the project

Editor: As I go to the gym, talk with friends and do my daily business throughout Tsawwassen, it makes me smile to hear people getting excited about the Southlands project being proposed by my employer, the Century Group. It is always edifying to hear people supporting positive and well thoughtout improvements for Tsawwassen, like those

created by the Southlands proposal. While I could go on about all its community benefits, I think it may be more important to talk about the man and company behind the proposal. I have been blessed to work for Sean Hodgins and Century Group for over a decade. During that time I have come to know Hodgins as a thoughtful and quiet man of integrity that goes out of his way

not to draw attention to himself and the many good deeds Century does for our community. He is not one to brag about doing great things; he just quietly does them. Under Hodgins’ leadership, Century has become an industry leader in development that is known for creating beautiful sustainable buildings, public spaces and liveable neighbourhoods. This is exactly the

kind of developer we want building in Tsawwassen — one that cares about the things that make a community great. Hodgins is not just forward thinking on Century’s new developments, he is also constantly reviewing the entire company to see what areas can be made more sustainable. A few examples of this include a first-of-its-kind photovoltaic roof at Magnolia Gardens

that will provide half of the power for the building. Excellent business practices aside, there is also the support Century gives to so many worthy local causes. It is a strong supporter of Delta Hospital and has donated extensively to its fundraisers and foundation. In addition to these contributions to the hospital, I know Century also supports local schools, sports groups, community events,

Earthwise Society and too many other causes to name here. Again, it’s exactly the kind of generosity any community would want from a local company. In conclusion, if Delta council determines the Southlands proposal is in the best interest of Delta, I am personally confident Century, under the leadership of Hodgins, is the right company to make it happen. Ruth Katagi

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TEUs. Prince Rupert is set to quadruple its port capacity to two million TEUs by 2015. How much more port traffic is coming to West Coast ports? The widened Panama Canal is set to open in 2015. China and Russia tested an Arctic container route this summer through the NW Passage. International Drewry Consultants say these projects will mean “any new

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Public Hearing - Tuesday, October 22, 2013 The Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will hold a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to consider the following proposed projects and related applications: Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Council Chamber Delta Municipal Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 A Council meeting is scheduled to immediately follow this Public Hearing in the event Council wishes to give further consideration to any projects at that time. Any persons who believe that their interest in property will be affected by the proposed projects shall be given an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on matters contained in the bylaws and/or proposed by the applications. Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to communicate to Council in advance of the Public Hearing, you can write to: Mayor and Council The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 Email: mayor-council@delta.ca Correspondence addressed to Mayor and Council will form part of the public record for this Public Hearing.

Proposal: Application for Rezoning in order to permit subdivision of a 24 m2 portion off the southern part of the property at 7924 108 Street and consolidating it with the property at 7914 108 Street. The proposed single family dwelling would have MAP NO. 3 a total ﬂoor area of FILE NO. LU006945 330 m2 on the main and second storeys, and an additional ﬂoor area of 196 m2 in the in-ground basement.

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To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the property at 7914 108 Street and a 24 m2 portion of the property at 7924 108 Street from RS5 Single Family (550 m2) Residential to RS4 Single Family (610 m2) Residential.

Applicant: Kiranvinder and Kulwinder Bedi Telephone: 778-869-7908 Proposal: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment and Rezoning in order to permit subdivision and development of two single family residential lots. “The Corporation of Delta Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” MAP NO. 1 Amendment Bylaw FILE NO. LU006900 No. 7239 To amend the land use designation for the subject property in the North Delta Future Land Use Plan from SFR Single Family Residential to ISF Infill Single Family Residential.

Staff Contact: John Hopkins – 604-952-3155 Web Location: October 7, 2013 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.14

Project No. 1 Application for Official Community Plan Amendment and Rezoning (File No. LU006900) Location: 11893 92 Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 1

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7240 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RM1 Multiple Family (Duplex) Residential to RS7 Single Family (335 m2) Residential. Staff Contact: Robin Pallett – 604-946-3355 Web Location: September 23, 2013 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.04 ▼

Project No. 2 Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU006863) Location: 9501 and 9519 116 Street as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 2 Applicant: Warren Barnard Telephone: 604-943-9433 Proposal: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to permit subdivision and development of three single family residential lots. “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7238 MAP NO. 2 To amend “Delta ZonFILE NO. LU006863 ing Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject properties from RS1 Single Family Residential to RS8 Single Family (390 m2) Residential. Development Variance Permit LU006863 To vary Section 305(a) of the “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by reducing the front setback averaging requirement from 11.34m to 10.94 m for the principal structure on proposed Lot 1. Staff Contact: Nancy McLean – 604-952-3814 Web Location: October 7, 2013 Council Meeting Agenda Item E.12

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Project No. 3 Application for Rezoning (File No. LU006945)

Location: 7914 and 7924 108 Street as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 3 Applicant: Gurvinder Dhillon Telephone: 778-229-7044

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Location: 492 English Bluff Road as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 4 Applicant: Craig Johnson Telephone: 604-943-4818 Proposal: Application for Rezoning in order to permit subdivision and development of two single family residential lots.

In the Community

Libraries celebrate anniversary with a bunch of activities

Delta libraries are hosting a variety of programs and contests this month as each branch celebrates an anniversary. • Delta Reads! author Maggie de Vries will read from Fraser Bear: a Cub’s Life at the Tsawwassen Library on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. • Bring your imagination and have fun transforming a discarded book into a piece of art at the Altered Book Workshop at the George Mackie Library on Saturday, Oct. 19. Family session runs from 10:30 a.m. to noon with an adult and teen session from 1 to 3 p.m. • On Friday, Oct. 25, SAMAYA, a world fusion musical group, will share stories and songs during Kids’ Day Off at the George Mackie Library from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and the Ladner Pioneer Library from 3 to 4 p.m. • Master storyteller and puppeteer Elspeth Bowers offers an imaginative and fun-filled afternoon of entertainment for Kids’

Day Off at the Tsawwassen Library on Friday, Oct. 25 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. • Are you a kid who loves to draw? The Bookmark Contest is your chance to create a bookmark showing everyone why you love your library. Pick up an entry form at your local library and drop it off by midnight on Oct. 19. Winners will be announced at anniversary celebrations on Saturday, Oct. 26. • Calling all wannabe filmmakers. The Book Trailer Contest invites teens to create a video trailer for The Fault in Your Stars. Pick up a copy of the rules and regulations from any Delta library. Contest closes at 11 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Winners will be announced at anniversary celebrations on Saturday, Oct. 26. • Pick up a Passport to the Future at any Delta library and complete all the activities for a chance to win a great prize. Winners will be announced at anniversary celebrations on Saturday, Oct. 26.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7264

MAP NO. 4 To amend “Delta ZonFILE NO. LU006907 ing Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RS1 Single Family Residential to RS4 Single Family (610 m2) Residential to allow a two-lot subdivision and construction of a two-storey single family dwelling on each lot. Staff Contact: Nancy McLean – 604-952-3814 Web Location: October 7, 2013 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.13 Additional Information Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports, and any relevant documentation may be inspected until October 22, 2013. Municipal Hall:

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ment that also benefits a charitable cause. This year was another success as $8,000 was raised to go towards programs, services and patient care provided by the Delta Hospice Society. Delta Hospice operates the Harold & Veronica Savage Centre for Supportive Care and the Irene Thomas Hospice, two important resources for those in need of end of life support through professional counselling, individual, family and youth programs. “Thank you to all participants of the amateur and to all of the volunteers who worked hard to achieve such a successful event,” said Beach Grove head pro Brent Derrheim. “We are grateful for your involvement and are extremely pleased to be able to present $8,000 to the Delta Hospice Society.” “At Envision Financial we’re committed to making a meaningful difference in our local communities and supporting this tournament allowed us to do just that,” said Tsawwassen branch manager Michael Voros. “Since 2006, the Envision Financial Beach Grove Amateur Championship has raised nearly $90,000 for charitable initiatives in our community, including this year’s totals. We are so proud to be a part of this great event.” Delta Hospice executive director Nancy Macey said her organization is honoured to be the recipient of the support and said the $8,000 will go a long way to help offer quality care and bereavement support in the community. For more information about Delta Hospice programs and services, visit www.deltahospice.org or call 604-948-0660.

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Upgrading your floors on a budget Updating your flooring can help increase the value of your home A smart way to increase the value of your home, or to sell it quickly, is to update your flooring. Hardwood is a popular option, but you may want to consider a few alternatives that could be easier on your pocketbook. “Flooring on a budget has come a long way from the days of vinyl cushion floor,” says Royal LePage broker Carlo Racioppo. “There are a multitude of options available to suit a modest budget without sacrificing style.”

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Home improvement projects for fall Cooler months perfect time to do some work around the house while the windows are wide open. Paint fumes inside a home can make the home uninhabitable, but painting at a time of year like the fall, when you can keep the windows open during and after the project, can help air the home out.

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In addition, fixing up the roof in the fall ensures those winter storms won’t find their way into your home via leaks. A leaky roof in winter is hard to fix as the roof surface could be treacherous. Addressing leaks in the fall can prevent damage to your home’s interior, which can mount up if a leaky roof is not

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Roof repair Whether you’re repairing or replacing the roof, fall is a great time of year to dust off the ladder and get some work done on your roof for a variety of reasons. First and foremost, fall is ideal for roof work because you won’t have to be up on the roof with the summer heat bearing down on you. This can make the project move along more quickly, which is especially beneficial if you are paying labourers to work on the roof.

Fixing the floors Wood flooring is a hot commodity for many homeowners, but not all flooring can be added to a home at any time of year. That’s because certain types of flooring employ adhesives that need temperatures inside the home to be within a certain range. Colder temperatures can make it difficult for the flooring to dry and bond, which will prove problematic down the road. What’s more, many people entertain friends and family come late fall and into the holiday season, and it can be difficult to do so if you are busy installing new flooring.

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Fall is a great season to work on your house, as the weather is often at its most agreeable once the summer heat has gone and before winter weather arrives. The following are a handful of fall-friendly home improvement projects for homeowners looking to improve their homes:

Window work When the weather outside gets frightful, poorly insulated windows can allow cold air into the home. That often has a trickle-down effect on finances, forcing you to turn up the thermostat in an attempt to offset the cold air pouring into the home. Whether you need your windows replaced or simply need to patch any leaks, a proactive approach to leaky or older windows in the fall can save you from unnecessarily high heating bills come winter. Addressing leaky windows also makes a home more comfortable for its inhabitants.

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No two home improvement projects are the same, and homeowners should know that certain projects are best tackled during certain times of the year.

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How can one create serenity in a bathroom? Goldman offers this advice for starters: Flush away clutter It’s easy for toiletries to pile up, especially in shared bathrooms. To create a truly calming retreat, remove all visual distractions such as countertop clutter, crowded open shelving and busy wall displays. Invest in storage units or decorative boxes to stow away health and beauty products, and help reduce stress levels.

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The right kind of insulation can also help transform any house into a tranquil retreat Life is loud and continues to get noisier. Home life is changing so for many of us, sound dampening is more important than ever before. Inside and around your home, there are constant noises. Televisions, home theatres, computers and video games blare from almost every room. Family cell phones are a constant extension of the external world that ring or buzz, making it even louder. Now more than ever is the time to have a nice, peaceful home that can tune out. Did you know home insulation can do more than keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer? With the right choice, insulation can help to transform your home into a quiet retreat and sanctuary, a place we love to come home to. If you have the opportunity

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We all know the dreary, drizzly days and chilly nights that await us as fall settles in.

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Now is the time to make sure your home engages your senses and offers you a warm, comfortable, soulinspiring retreat. Here are some easy to apply principles. You certainly don’t wear shorts and sandals at this time of year, so why would your home look the same as it did in the summer? Take a cue from how you utilize wardrobe layering as the temperature drops and adapt it to your home. To start with, identify your personal style. Is it outdoorsy, casual, laid back, or preppy? Try draping a cozy cable stitch throw over the sofa and add a series of plaid toss cushions. Perhaps you are more Euro chic/French country? Add French script or burlap pillows with a soft lambs wool throw tossed over a vintage chair. Are you into the world of luxe-living? Add bejeweled cushions and a faux fur throw on a chaise for instant glam. During this season of more indoor hours you may have the time to take on projects.

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How about giving a lift to that tired outdated piece with a coat of cottage paint and give it a whole new life. When it comes to furniture, never underestimate the power of adding a special piece, as it can shift everything and give you a soul satisfying boost. As the days grow shorter and we lose more and more light we need to take a page from the Scandinavian countries and... add more light. You can do this easily with

groupings of candles/votives of mixed glass and silver placed in front of mirrors, which reflect more light, or also try placing them on a mirror for an extra added dimension. As we settle in don’t forget to add seasonal fragrance. A candle or diffuser or a pot boiling with spices is a balm to all. Let the rain fall, you are warm, comfortable and cozy. JANA WALKER IS AN INTERIOR DESIGNER/DECORATOR AND OWNER OF THE BLUE DOOR INTERIORS IN LADNER

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A connection to the community

by Martha Davis, DCLS

Three years ago, Justin Sangha went to his first-ever job interview at Cineplex Odeon Strawberry Hills Cinema. Like many interviewees, he was nervous – very nervous. During the interview, his shyness was evident as Justin was reluctant to make eye contact with the interviewer, and did not answer questions without the support of his job coach. In spite of his nerves, he Justin landed a job with the floor team at the theatre. Justin was extremely shy around new people and lacked confidence in his skills. Just three years later, Justin gives a first impression as a very outgoing and confident young man.

to adult life. Justin faced a challenge familiar to many young adults, having lost connections and friends that he had made in high school. Because his job and the community connector service are both based in his own neighborhood, Justin has been able to reconnect with people his own age at work and in the community.

At the Scott Road location of Community Connector, Justin has been partnered up with fellow participant Jessica Nielson and staff member Michelle Pastro. Each month, Justin and Jessica work to create their own calendar of events which will include a variety of activities to support personal growth, interest and development. Justin’s calendar includes activities that work towards his goals of walking home independently from the DCLS program ofﬁce on Scott Road, as well as learning to take the bus to his work at Strawberry Hills Cinema. Jessica has activities that focus on her desire to improve her numeracy and money skills to manage her own day-to-day purchases.

Barb Goertzen, community services manager at Delta Community Living Society (DCLS) accompanied Justin to his interview in 2010. Goertzen credits Justin’s transformation, in part, to his experience with a pilot program launched in 2010 called the Community Connector. Goertzen notes “the community connector can focus on relevant skills and interests that are Pastro has worked as a community facilitated in the community and connector for DCLS for the past learned in the places they are three years. Part of her role is to needed. Like paying for purchases Justin and Jessica enjoying a trip to the Richmond work with participants to create Country Farms pumpkin patch and counting the change, or goals and activities as diverse as learning a bus route to attend the people who choose this service. appointments - skills and resources relevant to a person’s Pastro notes “the best part of my job is seeing Jessica and current needs and future growth. In Justin’s case, we have Justin develop greater independence, and it is rewarding seen huge leaps in conﬁdence as he has learned new to be able to help them identify and accomplish their skills and become successful in working independently at goals.” his job at the Cineplex.” DCLS executive director Anita Sihota adds “what makes The Community Connector supports young adults with developmental disabilities transitioning from high school

the Community Connector successful is that it ensures people participating have full control and decision making

Justin and Jessica on a hike around the Stanley Park seawall

over how they choose to contribute and participate in community. The participants have reported higher selfesteem and self-determination and meaningful inclusion in their communities. With these positive results, the decision to make the pilot project a permanent service was an easy one. A few months ago Justin and Jessica elected to give back to their community by joining the “Adopt-a-Street” program. The group cleans four blocks of 80th Avenue at Scott Road twice a month. Along the way, the group picks up a lot of garbage and positive feedback from the community. If you are interested about learning more about DCLS’s Community Connector Program, please contact community services manager Barb Goertzen at 604.952.6479 or bgoertzen@dcls.ca.

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Thank you to all the people and organizations in Delta that support people with developmental disabilities. As DCLS celebrates Community Living Month this October, we salute those who open their homes and hearts, create a diverse and inclusive workforce, volunteer time, or make a charitable donation in support of life-enriching and life-enhancing activities for people in our community with developmental disabilities. To learn more about DCLS, or to make a donation, please visit

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COMMUNITY BUILDING

New residential construction is having a positive economic impact in Delta, pouring millions of dollars into the local economy and creating hundreds of jobs.

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f you are a newcomer to Delta, you’re not alone. The community is growing and the next few decades will see tremendous change. Delta’s population at the time of the 2011 Census was 99,863 – a relatively modest increase of 3.3 per cent over the 2006 count. (Surrey saw an increase of 18.6 per cent and Richmond was up 9.2 per cent over the same time period.) Like its neighbours, Delta’s numbers are going to keep increasing particularly with the announcement that the Massey Tunnel will soon be replaced. The Metro Vancouver Regional Growth Strategy projects the corporation’s numbers will be in the area of 123,000 people by 2041.

To accommodate new residents, the regional growth strategy anticipates Delta’s number of dwelling units to reach 48,000 by 2041 – over 13,000 more homes than the latest census numbers. There’s no wonder then that development – particularly highdensity development – is going full steam ahead and transforming the urban areas in North Delta, Ladner and Tsawwassen. “While some growth is anticipated in all communities, the majority of people will be accommodated

in North Delta,” said Jeff Day, the Corporation of Delta’s director of community planning and development. “The Scott Road corridor will be a focus for higher density housing while the single-family neighbourhoods will accommodate growth through h | ~© r } ª density housing options area being considered on main corridors through North Delta in addition to areas around the Nordel Social Heart.” North Delta will see development continue at Polygon’s masterplanned community of Sunstone , the former Delsom Estates. Once complete, this 40-hectare site will boast approximately 178 single-family homes, just over 600 townhouses and 70 independent living apartments for seniors along with a neighbourhood commercial centre and other amenities. Currently going through the application process is a mixed-use land proposal by MK Delta Lands Group for the property located at 10770 72 Avenue. The plan includes a retail mall and up to 1,100 residential units including townhouses and low-rises. MK Delta Lands Group has expressed a

willingness to transfer 78 hectares of land to Delta for inclusion in the Burns Bog Ecological Conservancy Area. Further growth is also in the cards for Ladner’s Marina Garden Estates . The area, which has been in development since 1996, has already seen the construction of 619 homes as well as an elementary school and golf course. The latest proposal from Captain’s Cove Marina includes an additional 674 homes (townhomes and apartments) along with a commercial area, and a waterfront park. Sunny Tsawwassen is also a hotspot for development. Shato Holdings and Talisman Homes have partnered to create Tsawwassen Springs . Once complete, the 55-hectare community will feature 296 condos and 194 detached houses. Close by, on Tsawwassen First Nation land, the master-planned community of Tsawwassen Shores is starting to take shape too. The development will eventually have 2,200 singlefamily homes and townhouses with its own village centre and will be right next to the proposed Tsawwassen Mills destination shopping and entertainment centre.

People on both sides of the Southlands development debate will be out in full force at its next public hearings in late October. Century Group is looking to transform the area, promising to retain much of its rural charm with a revitalization of much of the farmland along with a market square and a mix of 950 residential units. The issue has divided the community – not so much as to how much density to allow but rather whether to allow any development at all. All the new residential construction is having a positive economic impact in Delta, pouring millions of dollars into the local economy and creating hundreds of jobs. There were 172 new housing starts recorded from January to August. “The total amount of development cost charges levied by the Corporation of Delta from January to September 26, 2013 was $864,922.00,” added Day. “We estimate there were over a million man hours worked in the residential construction sector during that time which is the equivalent of 945 jobs, or about 1.5 per cent of all the jobs in Delta.”

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Community Building

Aquilini Development and Construction

Tsawwassen Shores

PROJECT DETAILS > Development Name: Tsawwassen Shores > Developer: Aquilini Development and Construction > Project Location: Tsawwassen, BC > Project Size: 270-acre master planned community – Phase 1 features 42 single-family homes > Prices: Starting at $499,900 > Sales centre: 1975 Tsawwassen Drive, BC > Hours: Noon-5 p.m. daily except Friday, or by Appointment > Telephone: 604-943-6677 > Website: tsawwassenshores.com > Occupancy: Now selling

icture waking up in the morning to stunning ocean views, with miles of sandy trails and dyke paths to walk or cycle along. Then, imagine stepping out the door of your brand new upscale home for a short | ~ « h ¤ boutique shopping at its best.

goes up for sale that offers you everything you dream of in a home near all the amenities you want. That’s what you get at Tsawwassen Shores, an exciting collection of homes, featuring 42 exceptional single family homes in Phase 1. But the biggest surprise comes when you shop around and discover how well-priced these are compared to everything else in Metro Vancouver. You can own your own home starting from just $499,900 – that’s less than you’d pay for a condo in Vancouver. Tsawwassen Shores truly offers ocean side living at its best. ze ~ ~ ~ h ~ ¤ ¤ been phenomenal and sales have been strong coming into the fall – we’ve sold four homes in the past ten days alone,” says Tracie McTavish, president at Rennie Marketing Systems. “What’s even more exciting is that it isn’t just locals, people are coming from all over the Lower r¤ ¤ ~ ~ ¤ h ¤ £ tremendous. I think another real appeal to this community is knowing that there will be a new bridge to replace the tunnel.”

All of this is possible in the masterplanned community of Tsawwassen Shores.

Phase 1 is already 60 per cent sold, so this makes it the best time to get into Tsawwassen Shores. These exceptionally well-built residences are part of a 270 acre master planned community, which includes residential homes, parks, schools and a Village Centre, offering amenities such as cafes, shops and a library.

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In addition, Tsawwassen Shores

is minutes away from some of the Lower Mainland’s top-ranked schools, including the prestigious Southpointe Academy. “The project is also adjacent to the }~} e ¤mm¤ r « ¤ h ~ª class indoor and outdoor shopping destination, offering more than 1.8 million square feet of retail ~¤} ¤ ~ « ~ ~¤ ~« ¤ h space,” says McTavish. “Then, there’s also the quaint Ladner Village close by … it’s just a really well rounded community.” Each contemporary, open-concept home features nine-foot ceilings in the main living areas, with up to 18’ ceilings in the great room, gorgeous ¤ ¤~ m f ~ } }~« ¤ ¤ h ¤ « ¤}lªm £ ¤ sizeable storage space. The Shores’ two, three and four bedroom bedroom homes range from 1,265 to a spacious 2,600 square feet. Right now, these exceptional residences offer a collection of seven f ¤ « ¤~} ¤ ~ ª ª~ ª main and master-up living styles, 18 exterior elevations and eight exterior colour schemes, two interior colour schemes, as well as a large selection of designer upgrades. The kitchens are an invitation to create gourmet cuisine, featuring } }l} } h ¤ g ¤ ª ~k m ~¤ f¤~ª ¤ cabinetry, Quartz countertops, a good size kitchen island for more cooking and entertaining space, a full-height kitchen pantry and a stainless-steel appliance package.

You’ll never want to leave the luxurious master bedroom with its plush carpeting, spacious walk-in closet, gorgeous Zen-like bathroom and a cozy window seat to soak in those spectacular vistas. These stunning new homes come from award-winning developer, Aquilini Development and Construction - a name you can trust in the construction industry. With ~ ¤ h| ¤ l in construction, and numerous accolades under its belt, the builder has a diverse portfolio of properties, including downtown Vancouver’s Richards and False Creek’s Maynards condominium projects. Once completed, the Tsawwassen Shores community will offer a selection of affordable singlefamily and multi-family homes and homeowners. Tsawwassen Shores presentation centre and display homes are open daily from noon to 5 p.m., except Fridays. Come and see for yourself why this new community is creating such a buzz. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to buy in one of the most desirable oceanside settings in the Lower Mainland, minutes away from abundant social activity and services, including the ferries. Move ins are anticipated to start late spring of 2014. For more information about this unique new home community, visit www.tsawwassenshores.com or call 604-943-6677.

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Community Building

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A28 The Delta Optimist October 16, 2013 Coming Events

"The Delta Chamber of Commerce presents an Enterprising Delta Women event Wednesday, Oct. 16, 5 - 7 p.m. at Augustine House, 3820 Arthur Dr. Please join us for this member-led workshop and learn to create videos that are search engine magic. Cost: $15 for members, $20 for non-members. "The South Delta Newcomers & Alumni meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at the Art Gallery, 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, Oct. 17. Contact Holly at holly. hastie@uregina.ca. "Be inspired by Vancouver author Maggie de Vries who will read from Fraser Bear: a Cub’s Life, the Delta Reads! selection for children during October. Kids will learn about the writing process and find out how to craft stories from their own life experiences. For kids ages 6

and up. Saturday, Oct. 19, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library. "The next regular meeting of the South Delta Low Vision support group will be held Oct. 21 at 1:30 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library. The guest speaker will be Elaine Holthan representing Aroga technology. This will include a variety of smaller magnification devices for low vision assistance. For more information contact Matt at 604-9469934.

Monday of each month at KinVillage on Monday, Oct. 21. For more information call Eileen or Peter at 604-943-8350. "The AC Pionairs Club of South Delta has its next meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at the Royal Canadian Legion, 4896 Delta St., Ladner, B.C., at 10 a.m.

"The Tsawwassen Boundary Bay Lions Club is seeking new members to help us continue our fundraising activities We meet every first and third Monday at 7 p.m. at Cammidge House. You can learn more about the club by visiting our website at tbblions.ca or joining us at an Open House on Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. at Cammidge House in Boundary Bay Regional Park.

"The public is welcome to the Canadian Federation of University Women speaker series. The first presentation in our series of four takes place on Oct. 22 in the Benediction Lutheran Church Hall, 5575-6th Ave., Tsawwassen. Doors open at 7 p.m. Angela Thiele, a noted family law lawyer, mediator, editor and volunteer, will explain the new Family Law Act and its ramifications. We meet the fourth Tuesday of the month. Women interested in becoming members please contact Linda at 604-9481250 or Cheryl at 604-9434634.

"A Parkinson’s support group meeting takes place Monday, Oct. 21 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. We are a group who either have Parkinson’s Disease, or live/help someone who does have PD. We meet the third

"On Friday, Oct. 25, Samaya, a world fusion musical group will share their stories and songs with you on Kids’ Day Off at the George Mackie Library, 8440- 112th St., from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., and the

Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683- 51st St., from 3 - 4 p.m. "Master storyteller and puppeteer Elspeth Bowers offers an imaginative and fun-filled afternoon of entertainment for Kids’ Day Off at the Tsawwassen Library on Friday, Oct. 25, from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. "Book Trailer Contest for Teens: Calling all wannabe filmmakers! In celebration of Delta Reads!, Delta libraries are inviting teens to create a video trailer for the book The Fault in Your Stars. Pick up a copy of the rules and regulations from any Delta library. Contest closes at 11 p.m. on Oct. 22. Winners will be announced at our Anniversary Celebration on Oct. 26. Seniors "Klondike Kate will entertain at the KinVillage Community Centre luncheon Friday, Oct. 18. Located at 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen. Call 604-9430225. Tickets are $11 and $13. Lunch served at noon. "Come join the Philosophers’ Café discussion this Friday, Oct. 18,

1:30 - 3 p.m. at the McKee Seniors Centre, 5155-47th Ave. Ladner, where we’ll be exploring the topic of immigration and looking at Canada’s recent changes to its immigration policies. Jim Flint will lead the discussion. No registration necessary. Call 604-9461411 for further information. "Shari’s Social Dance Roaring ‘20s Flapper Frolic at the KinVillage Community Centre, Saturday, Oct. 19. Doors open at 7 p.m., dancing 7:30 to 11 p.m. Located at 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen. Call 604-9430225. Tickets are $8 and $10. Special Events "Fall Fair at Tsawwassen United Church, Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at 693-53rd St. There will be baking, crafts, pies, Grannies Attic, bottle bar, silent auction, and café with burgers, crepes and chili. Plus much more. "The Delta Hospital Auxiliary cordially invites you to the opening of their annual Thrift Shop Christmas Store at 4830 Delta St., Ladner on

Saturday, Oct. 19 and running through until Dec. 21. To donate or for information please call 604-9461455 or check out www. deltahospitalauxiliary.org. "Halloween Family Fright Fest at the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre and surrounding buildings takes place Thursday, Oct. 24 from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Haunted House, Hay Rides, Science World, Owl, Trick or Treating, Games and Crafts and much more. Music by the band Wired. For more information call 604-952-3029. Arts "Local artist Gary Fox presents a collection of his West Coast paintings at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre Gallery until Oct. 26. Check delta.ca for gallery viewing hours or call 604943-9437. 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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Davis and Rams run over Sun Devils Star running back for top AAA ranked Victoria school scores seven touchdowns in 56-20 win over South Delta MARK BOOTH

Can a 36-point loss look better than a win? It can if you happen to be playing the top ranked high school football team in the country. After sleeping their way through an uncompetitive conference schedule that included a sloppy win the previous week, the South Delta Sun Devils at least answered the bell in a 56-20 loss to the Mount Doug Rams on Saturday in Tsawwassen. The exhibition tilt featured the No. 1 ranked teams and defending champions in their respective tiers. The Rams, however, are in a class by themselves at the elite AAA level and the Victoria school was more than happy to show the Sun Devils why they also top the charts across Canada too. Led by star running back Marcus Davis, Mt Doug scored 48 points in the first half alone and cruised to victory. The multidimensional senior, who will be playing for an NCAA Division One school on a fullride scholarship in 2014, finished the afternoon with seven touchdowns. His 127 yards rushing on just five carries, including three majors. He also hauled in two TD passes, intercepted another for one and ran back a kickoff 70 yards to pay dirt. “It’s not often we see a running back like him and then you have an offensive line with three guys over 300 pounds that are opening him some huge holes,” said Sun Devils head coach Ray Moon. “That is why they are so good.” South Delta did manage to score all of its points in the opening half, doing much of its damage through the air. Quarterback Lucas Kirk threw for 354 yards and a pair of touchdowns. When the Rams demolished New West 52-0 three weeks ago, Moon admitted there was concern just how overmatched his team might be given the Devils lost to the Hyacks in their season opener. However, his players answered the challenge which should serve them well for next month’s playoffs. “We stepped up our game big time,” he said. “The boys were pretty determined and it was evident in practice all week. We knew could play with them for a period of time which we were able to do. Unfortunately against a team of that ability, when you do have some breakdowns, they are going to be expose them big time.” The game not only helped the Sun Devils’ upcoming playoff drive but also pro-

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vided a preview for next season when they have move up to the “AAA” level and the Rams are expected to be their conference opponent. “We really weren’t thinking about next season,” continued Moon. “We always like to have a good challenge on our schedule and we wanted to show the boys if you step up to this level of play then this is what could happen. It was good for them to see a team like that.” The only negative to come out of the game was an apparent serious knee injury

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South Delta Sun Devils Curtis Garlough and Mitch Dino attempt to slow down Mt Doug running back Marcus Davis during Saturday’s high school football game in Tsawwassen. Davis scored seven touchdowns as the top ranked Victoria visitors rolled to a 56-20 victory. to senior Mitch Dino. The team co-captain went down in the opening quarter and was later taken to hospital where an initial examination determined MCL (medial collateral ligament) damage. Dino not only started as a receiver and defensive back, he also returned kicks and is one of the team’s inspirational leaders. “He is a big part of our team,” added Moon. “Right now, it doesn’t look like he will be back this season. We’re really hoping it will heal on its own and he won’t require surgery.”

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It’s going to taken multiple players to replace Dino, including Grade 11 receiver Bryce Connors who made the most of the additional playing time with three catches for 173 yards, including a touchdown. End Zone... The Sun Devils returned to conference play Saturday with their final home game against the Seaquam Seahawks at 1:30 p.m. Thanks to the support of McDonalds, the teams will be playing for the inaugural Delta Cup as the only two high school football programs in the municipality.

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Tsawwasssen Blues got a feast of soccer over the long weekend by participating in the U12 Selects Division at the annual Richmond Thanksgiving Tournament. In this game, the Blues battled the host Richmond Selects at King George Park.

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Port Metro Vancouver is conducting Pre-Design Consultation regarding the proposed Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. The Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project is a proposed new three-berth container terminal at Roberts Bank in Delta, B.C. that could provide 2.4 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) of container capacity.

You are invited to provide feedback and learn more about the project by: • Attending a small group meeting or open house (see schedule below) • Reading consultation materials and providing feedback online (consultation materials and an online feedback form will be available at www.portmetrovancouver.com/RBT2 on October 7, 2013) • Visiting Port Talk (www.porttalk.ca) and participating in a discussion forum • Calling 604.665.9337 • Providing a written submission through: Email: container.improvement@portmetrovancouver.com Fax: 1 866.284.4271 Mail: Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project, 100 The Pointe, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC V6C 3T4

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Wednesday, October 9

Small Group Meeting

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Thursday, October 10

Small Group Meeting

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Small Group Meeting

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Open House

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Thursday, October 17

Open House

5:00pm-8:00pm

Tuesday, October 22

Open House

5:00pm-8:00pm

Thursday, October 24

Open House

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Saturday, October 26

Open House

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Location Coast Tsawwassen Inn 1665 56 Street, Delta Coast Hotel & Convention Centre 20393 Fraser Highway, Langley Delta Town & Country Inn 6005 Highway 17, Delta Surrey Arts Centre 13750 88 Avenue, Surrey UBC Boathouse 7277 River Road, Richmond SFU Morris J. Wosk Centre 580 West Hastings Street, Vancouver UBC Boathouse 7277 River Road, Richmond Surrey Arts Centre 13750 88 Avenue, Surrey Coast Hotel & Convention Centre 20393 Fraser Highway, Langley Delta Town & Country Inn 6005 Highway 17, Delta Coast Tsawwassen Inn 1665 56 Street, Delta

*To register for a small group meeting, please email container.improvement@portmetrovancouver.com or call 604.665.9337. Please provide your name and specify the date and time of the meeting you wish to attend. Pre-registration for open houses is not required.

How Input Will Be Used - Input received will be considered, along with technical and economic information, in developing project designs or plans, including engineering and environmental mitigation plans, for the proposed Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. p o r t m e t r o v a n c o u v e r. c o m / R B T 2

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Offer includes $500 in manufacturer rebates and $1,650 freight and air tax.

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2014 ESCAPE S FWD 2.5L

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Offers include $1,650 freight and air tax.

17,449 *

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154 2.49 **

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25,699 *

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6.3L/100km 45MPG HWY / 9.5L/100km 30MPG CITY*** OR STEP UP TO A SUPER CREW FOR AN ADDITIONAL

5.5L/100km 51MPG HWY / 7.8L/100km 36MPG CITY***

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ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL

new 2013 and 2014 models.

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2013 F-150 SUPER CAB XLT 4X4 5.0L

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bcford.ca APR

Bi-weekly for 84 months with $0 down.

Offers include $9,250 in manufacturer rebates and $1,750 freight and air tax.

28,999 *

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10.6L/100km 27MPG HWY / 15.0L/100km 19MPG CITY***

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WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. Dealer order or transfer may be required as inventory may vary by dealer. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. †Until December 2, 2013, receive $500/ $750/ $1,000/ $1,250/ $1,500/ $1,750/ $2,000/ $2,250/ $2,500/ $2,750/ $3,000/ $3,500/ $3,750/ $4,000/ $4,250/ / $4,750/ $5,500/ $5,750/ $6,500/ $6,750/ $7,500/ $8,000/ $8,250/ $8,500/ $9,250/ $9,500 in Manufacturer Rebates with the purchase or lease of a new 2013 [Focus (excluding S and BEV)], 2014 [Escape 1.6L] / 2013 [Fusion (excluding S)], 2014 [Focus S, Taurus SE, Escape S, F-150 Regular Cab XL 4x2 (Value Leader)]/ 2014 [Focus BEV, Transit Connect (excluding Electric), E-Series] / 2013 [C-Max], 2014 [Escape 2.0L]/ 2013 [E-Series]/ 2014 [Mustang V6 Coupe]/2013 [Fiesta S, Mustang V6 Coupe, Edge AWD (excluding SE), F-150 Regular Cab XL 4x2 (Value Leader), F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cabs], 2014 [F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cabs]/ 2013 [Explorer Base]/ 2014 [Taurus (excluding SE)]/ 2013 [Fiesta (excluding S)]/ 2013 [Edge FWD (excluding SE)]/ 2013 [Flex]/ 2013 [Mustang V6 Premium, Explorer (excluding Base)], 2014 [Mustang V6 Premium]/ 2013 [Taurus SE, Escape 1.6L, Transit Connect (excluding Electric)]/ 2014 [Mustang GT]/ 2013 [Mustang GT, Escape 2.0L]/2013 [Expedition]/ 2013 [Taurus (excluding SE)], 2014 [F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2)] / 2014 [F-250 to F-450 Gas Engine (excluding Chassis Cabs)]/ 2014 [F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew]/ 2013 [F-250 to F-450 Gas Engine (excluding Chassis Cabs)]/ 2013 [Focus BEV]/ 2013 [F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2)]/ 2014 [F-250 to F-450 Diesel Engine (excluding Chassis Cabs)]/2013 [F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew]/ 2013 [F-250 to F-450 Diesel Engine (excluding Chassis Cabs)] - all Raptor, GT500, BOSS302, and Medium Truck models excluded. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. *Purchase a new 2013 Focus S Sedan/2013 Focus SE Sedan with Sport Appearance Package/2013 Escape S FWD with 2.5L engine/2013 F-150 Super Cab XLT 4x4 with 5.0L engine/2013 F-150 Super Crew XLT 4x4 with 5.0L engine for $17, 449/$20,249/$25,699/$28,999/$31,449 after Manufacturer Rebate of $0/$500/$500/$9,250/$9,250 is deducted. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after total Manufacturer Rebate has been deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,650/$1,650/$1,700/$1,750/$1,750 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. **Until December 2, 2013, receive 0.99%/0.99%/2.49%/4.49%/4.49% annual percentage rate (APR) purchase financing on a 2013 Focus S Sedan/2013 Focus SE Sedan with Sport Appearance Package/2013 Escape S FWD with 2.5L engine/2013 F-150 Super Cab XLT 4x4 with 5.0L engine/2013 F-150 Super Crew XLT 4x4 with 5.0L engine for a maximum of 84/84/84/72/72 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Purchase financing monthly payment is $215/$250/$334/$460/$499 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $99/$115/$154/$212/$230 with a down payment of $0 or equivalent trade-in. Cost of borrowing is $618.78/$718.08/$2,331.28/$4,135.23/$4,484.60 or APR of 0.99%/0.99%/2.49%/4.49%/4.49% and total to be repaid is $18,067.78/$20,967.08/$28,030.28/$33,134.23/$35,933.60. Offers include a Manufacturer Rebate of $0/$500/$500/$9,250/$9,250 and freight and air tax of $1,650/$1,650/$1,700/$1,750/$1,750 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate deducted. Bi-Weekly payments are only available using a customer initiated PC (Internet Banking) or Phone Pay system through the customer’s own bank (if offered by that financial institution). The customer is required to sign a monthly payment contract with a first payment date one month from the contract date and to ensure that the total monthly payment occurs by the payment due date. Bi-weekly payments can be made by making payments equivalent to the sum of 12 monthly payments divided by 26 bi-weekly periods every two weeks commencing on the contract date. Dealer may sell for less. Offers vary by model and not all combinations will apply. ***Estimated fuel consumption ratings for 2013 Focus 2.0L I4 5-speed manual transmission: [7.8L/100km (36MPG) City, 5.5L/100km (51MPG) Hwy] / 2013 Escape FWD 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic transmission: [9.5L/100km (30MPG) City, 6.3L/100km (45MPG) Hwy] / 2013 F-150 4X4 5.0L V8 6-speed automatic transmission: [15.0L/100km (19MPG) City, 10.6L/100km (27MPG) Hwy]. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading, vehicle equipment, vehicle condition, and driving habits. †††Receive a winter safety package which includes: four (4) winter tires, four (4) steel wheels and four (4) tire pressure monitoring sensors when you purchase or lease any new 2013/2014 Ford Focus (excluding S and Focus Electric), Escape, Fusion, Edge (excluding Sport), Explorer, or Fiesta (excluding S) on or before December 2, 2013. This offer is not applicable to any Fleet (other than small fleets with an eligible FIN) or Government customers and not combinable with CPA, GPC, CFIP or Daily Rental incentives. Some conditions apply. See Dealer for details. Vehicle handling characteristics, tire load index and speed rating may not be the same as factory supplied all-season tires. Winter tires are meant to be operated during winter conditions and may require a higher cold inflation pressure than all-season tires. Consult your Ford of Canada dealer for details including applicable warranty coverage. ▲Offer only valid from September 4, 2013 to October 31, 2013 (the “Offer Period”) to resident Canadians with a Costco membership on or before August 31, 2013. Use this $1,000CDN Costco member offer towards the purchase or lease of a new 2013/2014 Ford (excluding Fiesta, Focus, C-Max, Raptor, GT500, Mustang Boss 302, Transit Connect EV, and Medium Truck) or Lincoln vehicle (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). The Eligible Vehicle must be delivered and/or factory-ordered from your participating Ford dealer within the Offer Period. Offer is only valid at participating dealers, is subject to vehicle availability, and may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Only one (1) offer may be applied towards the purchase or lease of one (1) Eligible Vehicle, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. Offer is not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). 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13580 SMALLWOOD PLACE

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