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Civic politicians starting process to return acreage to land reserve SANDOR GYARMATI
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Ladner’s Melanie Phillips gets quite the workout as she does the stairs at Fred Gingell Park in Tsawwassen with daughter Lily in tow. Phillips, who was a runner and soccer player, says she was suffering from post-partum depression so started doing the stairs recently to help her recover. She does them a couple times a week.
Delta is starting the process of putting much of the Southlands back into the Agricultural Land Reserve. Civic politicians have agreed to send a request to the Agricultural Land Commission to have 111 hectares (276 acres) of the Tsawwassen property placed back into the reserve. The municipality will submit the application for two legal parcels adjacent to 3rd Avenue as a landowner, not as a local government, thereby forgoing the requirement of having a public hearing. The Southlands development application by Century Group received final approval this summer. The 215-hecatre (537-acre) property will eventually see 950 housing units built on 20 per cent of the site in an area that reportedly has the poorest soil quality. The remaining 80 per cent has been handed to Delta, much of it for farming. A report to council notes a large portion of the property is being leased by a local farmer and actively farmed. Century wants to lease approximately
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George Spetifore pitched a housing development for the Southlands decades ago.
18.7 hectares (46 acres) from Delta for small-scale farming use. The property was previously owned by the Spetifore family, which grew crops there as early as the 1930s. By the early 1970s, their operation, called Triple S Farms, was at 280 hectares (700 acres), producing mainly strawberries, potatoes, corn, pumpkin, squash, peas, beans and cucumbers. That was around the time George Spetifore unsuccessfully pitched a major housing development for the site. SOUTHLANDS: see Page 3
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Not much for Delta — again Mayor says new transportation plan takes our money, but gives little in return SANDOR GYARMATI
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The amount Delta residents are paying for transit compared to what they’re getting in return is grossly unfair. Mayor Lois Jackson had that to say as the first phase of the regional Mayors’ Council’s 10-Year Vision has been identified. The TransLink investment plan totals $2 billion for infrastructure, service expansion and other expenditures. The federal government has committed $370 million while the province committed $246 million. The 2017 plan mainly focuses on bus and rail service expansion while capital projects such as the Surrey light rail, Broadway subway line and Patullo Bridge replacement will be considered in the 2018 plan. To help pay the region’s share, a proposal has been put forward to increase the TransLink property tax, resulting in about $3 more per year on the average home starting 2017, as well as increasing transit fares. TransLink will also begin studying options for mobility pricing, including distance-based transit fares, tolls on bridges and the George Massey Tunnel, highways or other choke points, and assessing levies for driving through or within certain designated areas. Those ideas would
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About all Delta stands to get in the new transportation plan is some increased bus frequency. require provincial approval. Several bus service improvements have been identified for Delta in the first phase, although improvements that had been previously identified in the Mayors’ Council’s 10-Year Vision have been left out. “From the outset, I would say, firstly, that I was very disappointed, and we tried valiantly, to have Delta viewed as one municipality. It is not being viewed as one municipality. It is viewed as South Delta lumped in with Richmond and North Delta lumped in with Surrey,” said Jackson.
“There’s nothing that looks at the activity between the two areas to try to marry our community together, something we have strived for. That has not happened,” she said. Noting the parking lot at the Scott Road SkyTrain station is completely full in the mornings, showing the need for a park and ride in the area, Jackson said Delta may be getting some increased bus frequency but nothing much, and especially not new routes, including additional service to the Tsawwassen First Nation. “I have to continue to try to compare what Delta
is going to be receiving as opposed to other municipalities… particularly with the amount of dollars that we’re paying to TransLink out of this community every single year,” she said. Jackson said she’s also disappointed with the proposal to replace the existing Pattullo Bridge with another four-lane bridge, which will only put further strain on the Alex Fraser Bridge that is already at capacity. The idea of charging drivers for distance travelled also irks the mayor who reiterated she favours “a buck a bridge” instead. She said residents in Delta have no choice but to
drive because bus service is poor. “We continue to pay and pay. Many of the mayors would like to see anyone that lives further away and has to take accounting of their mileage and pay per mile. I think it’s grossly unfair. I think we have to rethink that entire question of garnering money from people who live out in Langley or South Delta, because in most cases there is nothing else available expect their automobile,” Jackson said. Coun. Ian Paton agreed, adding he’s amazed TransLink and the regional mayors are completely ignoring potential rapid transit service crossing the George Massey Tunnel replacement bridge, service that could benefit many south of the Fraser. Coun. Robert Campbell added an even grimmer outlook. “There’s just no hope that there’s anything coming to not only Delta but to the South Surrey/White Rock area, the whole south of the Fraser, the western side of it,” he said. Delta CAO George Harvie said it’s all very discouraging and there’s nothing of interest in the phase one document. TransLink, meanwhile, is also developing the Southwest Area Transport Plan, reviewing the transportation network in Richmond, South Delta and the Tsawwassen First Nation.
Southlands removed from ALR three decades ago
CONTINUED from Page 1 The Southlands was removed from the ALR by the province in the early 1980s and later in the decade another proposed major housing development failed to win support. The Century Group would later acquire the site and company president Sean Hodgins put forward a new housing development, but that application was never considered by council. In 2011, in a surprise move, council instead agreed to request the ALC place the property back in the ALR. After three
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Delta is looking to put 111 hectares (276 acres) of the Southlands property back into the Agricultural Land Reserve. nights of a public hearing on that proposal, it was clear the recommenda-
tion was a divisive one for the community. Those who supported Hodgins
complained he was never given a fair chance to present his housing proposal,
while Hodgins argued the site required significant improvements to make it agriculturally viable. Mayor Lois Jackson ordered the hearing closed and organized a summit that resulted in Hodgins getting the green light to come back with a scaledback proposal, one that would eventually receive approval after a lengthy process. That approval also requires the company to provide $9 million to improve the ditching, drainage and irrigation. Site preparation, including construction of a new connector road, is already underway.
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Tour de Delta Volunteers Needed
Tour de Delta is an international cycling event that is comprised of three days of races open to professional and amateur male and female cyclists. The event takes place July 7-9, 2017. The Tour de Delta Board is seeking Directors with emphasis in the following areas: South Delta Community Festival, Kids Events, and Sponsorship. These are volunteer positions appointed by Delta Council. The Tour de Delta Board meets on the first Wednesday of the month. If you are interested in being appointed to any of these positions, please submit a brief resume and covering letter indicating your interest, why you would like to serve on the Board, and any relevant knowledge and experience you may have. Appointment is for a one year term. Submissions received will only be used for the purpose of selecting these positions, and are protected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act Please forward your submission by Monday, November 21, 2016 to: Delta Municipal Hall Parks, Recreation & Culture Attn: Danielle Lacroix 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604.946.4693 Email: dlacroix@delta.ca For additional information, please contact Danielle Lacroix, Superintendent of Sport Development and Community Events, at 604.946.3304.
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Chamberannounces finalists for Hats Off Annual awards program to recognize business and community leaders at upcoming gala
The Delta Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for the 65th annual Hats Off to Excellence Awards. The awards recognize business and community leaders from a wide range of backgrounds who have contributed significantly to the communities of Delta. The finalists in each category, and the announcement of the winners, will be celebrated at a gala at Tsawwassen Springs on Friday, Nov. 25. This year’s presenting sponsor of the gala is the Port of Vancouver and the event sponsor is Century Group. Each award is sponsored individually. Here are the finalists in each award category: Volunteer of the Year Award — Sponsored by Delta Cable • Carroll Lefebvre • Bob Taggart • Patrick Thompson Employee Extraordinaire of the
Year Award — Sponsored by MK Delta Lands Group • Danna Dunnage (Gordon Food Service BC) • Steve Perry (BCIT Motive Power) • Suzanne Zytnyk (Canadian Mattress Recycling Inc.) Special Events and Tourism Award — Sponsored by Delta’s Official Visitor Centre • Burns Bog Jog for the Bog • Delta Studio Stomp • Rotary Club of Tsawwassen Soap Box Derby Rising Star of the Year Award — Sponsored by Kwantlen Polytechnic University • Alongside You • Farm Fresh Events • Something Good Magazine Green Business of the Year Award — Sponsored by Santevia Water Systems Inc. • Canadian Mattress Recycling
• GCT Canada (GCT Deltaport) • Proven Energy Solutions Ltd. Micro Business of the Year Award — Sponsored by Delta Funeral Home • Empower U • Ladner Artisan Chocolates • The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy, Tsawwassen Small Business of the Year Award — Sponsored by the Delta Optimist • HoneyDo Lifestyle Assistant • Lady Bug’z Lifestyle Assistant • Lawlor Goldsmith Shoppe Ltd. Large Business of the Year Award — Sponsored by GardaWorld • Gordon Food Service BC • Ideal Welders • Marcon Metalfab Citizen of the Year Award — Sponsored by Envision Financial • Kay Dennison • Rick Lewall
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Traffic in and out of North Delta should be a lot smoother with the construction of an interchange at Highway 91 and 72nd Avenue. Representatives from the federal and provincial governments gathered last Thursday in North Delta to celebrate the start of the $30-million project by unveiling the design concept. On hand were Delta MP Carla Qualtrough as well as Delta North MLA Scott Hamilton and Delta Mayor Lois Jackson. Once built, the interchange will be a halfdiamond configuration and will eliminate the only remaining traffic signal on the Highway 91 corridor, a current choke-point for traffic. The province notes the new interchange will help establish Highway 91 as the preferred crossborder north-south route for commercial vehicles. The interchange will
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Delta MP Carla Qualtrough (left) joins Delta Mayor Lois Jackson and Delta North MLA Scott Hamilton to unveil the design concept for the interchange at Highway 91 and 72nd Avenue. also increase safety and relieve traffic congestion by creating free-flow traffic both northbound and southbound on the highway, with on and off ramps connecting Highway 91 to 72nd Avenue. It has been designed to minimize impacts to traffic and ensure free-flow conditions during construction, according to the province. The federal government is contributing up
to $10 million through the Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Transportation Infrastructure Fund, while the B.C. government is contributing $20 million towards the project. The province notes it has been working in collaboration with the regional district’s Burns Bog Scientific Advisory Panel to maintain the ecological integrity of Burns Bog and its surrounding area.
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areas to ensure that seniors have the services and resources that they need,” said Mackenzie. “I’m absolutely certain we will get there. Everybody wants to see the best that it can be and we are moving in the right direction.” Bishop provided the local perspective stating, “The Corporation of Delta wants to ensure that the seniors of Delta have the resources, the support and the networks in place that are needed to live healthy, independent and engaged lives.” She said 28 per cent of Delta’s population is 55 or older, which means it is key that Delta continues to provide the necessary resources for its older demographics. “Delta continues to provide programs and services with the senior in mind,” Bishop said. “The three senior centres that Delta operates play a key role in keeping seniors healthy and independent. We are very proud of what we offer in this community.” Burke concluded the panel discussion by presenting the results of the recent seniors’ survey. The Seniors 55-plus Housing survey conducted by the Delta Seniors Planning Team, at the request of the Corporation of Delta, showed that 43 per cent of Delta seniors felt the housing they need is not available. Burke said the greatest need is in South Delta for owned and/or rented onebedroom apartments, plus affordable rental rates. The top three future housing choices are a condo/apartment, onestorey home or a gated 55-plus community.
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Young environmentalist gets to meet her hero
Asha Mior in roundtable with David Suzuki DAVE WILLIS
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Ladner teenager Asha Mior took part in a roundtable discussion with David Suzuki last month in Toronto with nine other young environmentalists. Mior said it was very interesting to meet Suzuki, an award-winning scientist, environmentalist and broadcaster well known for hosting the Nature of Things TV show on CBC. “If you’ve ever watched the Nature of Things, it’s interesting that he’s exactly the same in person as he is on TV,” said Mior, who referred to Suzuki as one of her heroes on her blog, Asha for the World (www. aftw.net). Mior applied to attend the event, which was part of the Planet In Focus film festival, and took place at the University of Toronto. She noted each participant asked a question with her query being: How can we encourage the Canadian government to stop fracking?
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udging from last week’s announcement, I get the sense Delta wasn’t the B.C. Lottery Corporation’s first choice. Our fair municipality has been selected as the preferred host local government for a new casino south of the Fraser River, but if you read between the lines of the bulletin BCLC issued last Wednesday, it would seem that our neighbour to the east was more than likely the preferred landing spot. Earlier this year, BCLC asked local governments whether they’d be interested in playing host to a casino after it determined the area south of the river is underserved gaming-wise. Delta and the Tsawwassen First Nation said they would have some interest, while Surrey declined the offer. Last week BCLC announced that after going through its selection process it had chosen Delta, but in the next breath it rejected the only location — the Delta Town & Country Inn — civic officials here thought would be appropriate for a casino. The reason provided for picking us but not our preferred site is its distance from the “Identified market opportunity” and its proximity to the River Rock Casino Resort. Having another casino only 10 minutes or so up the highway could certainly be seen as an issue, but I get the sense the T&C proposal was rebuffed because it’s simply too far from Surrey. I imagine when BCLC embarked on this whole process it was looking to tap into the half-million or so people living in B.C.’s biggest suburb, not the 100,000 that call Delta home, even though it included both jurisdictions in the expression of interest. If a casino were to be built in Ladner, I suspect most Surrey gamblers would continue to frequent Elements in Cloverdale, the Hard Rock in Coquitlam or the Starlight in New Westminster, which would effectively undermine the effort to create another gaming centre south of the river. We’re told BCLC, in conjunction with Gateway, which would operate the new casino, will now come up with a “more suitable location,” one you can bet will be closer to the disposable incomes of those in Surrey. I suspect something along the Scott Road corridor — the old North Delta Inn site possibly — would be viewed as more desirable. Not so sure, however, that Delta will allow them to hit that jackpot.
Forget the polls, voting booth is only place to find the truth
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ell, not many people saw that coming. Last Tuesday night, Donald Trump stunned many by winning the U.S. election. No matter how you feel about him, the comments he made during the campaign, how he treated people or the policies he proposed, he won. Love it or hate it, that’s democracy. It’s interesting that he won the electoral college, but not the popular vote. It’s not the first time that’s happened. Just ask Al Gore about that one. Oddly, there’s no outcry to change their electoral system. Now there’s been nightly protests in many U.S. cities. It may be cathartic, just to let Trump know he’s not really as popular as he thinks he is, but it doesn’t change the fact he got more votes where it counted, and now he will be in charge. Personally, I’m just glad it’s over. The campaign had started to consume people’s attention. It was the new OJ trial – people were glued to the TV, holding their breath to hear what Trump had said or what Hillary Clinton may or may not have done. It was a daily smorgasbord of Breaking News. Now that the election is done,
Community Comment BRAD SHERWIN
reality will set in, and the rhetoric of the campaign runs headlong into the reality of governing. There’s already been backpedaling on promises, like there is for virtually any candidate. So how did it happen? There seem to be few people who will admit they voted for Trump, yet there were minorities who voted for him, women who voted for him, all the groups of people he had insulted. Did it really matter what he said? I’ve read a lot of articles in the aftermath of the election. The one that seems to make the most sense said the media took him literally but not seriously, where the public took him seriously, not literally. But once you are in the voting booth, it’s just you and the ballot. There is no need to justify how you vote, it’s entirely up to
you. It’s one of the only places you’ll never be questioned about your opinion, no matter how popular or unpopular your opinion is. The polls were wrong (where have we seen that before?). The pundits were wrong. The media was wrong. The only poll that got it right was the second place you don’t need to justify your opinions — Google. Apparently, Google has been right for many elections over the past decade. Google keeps track of what people search for, but they don’t put names to the searches. Again, your true thoughts, anonymously. I hope the U.S. election doesn’t set a new standard in campaigns. I hope we can find better candidates that will look for solutions to problems instead of how to one-up each other. We need good leaders who can keep the economy going, keep people working and support those who can’t help themselves. That’s my opinion. You might have a different one. That’s democracy. And last Friday was a reminder of why we have this choice. Lest we forget. Brad Sherwin, MBA has over 25 years’ experience in marketing, public relations and business strategy. He is currently the director of marketing for a national non-profit organization.
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Casino revenues could fund new aquatic centre
Editor: Re: Delta preferred as casino host, Nov. 11 I was surprised to learn that Delta is preferred as casino host but that the Delta Town & Country Inn is not suitable for this venture. What location would Delta consider as suitable in order to please the B.C. Lottery Corporation? Would it consider using valuable
if there is such a location in Delta. TransLink’s current transportation plan includes very little for Delta, especially for Tsawwassen. I attended the open house on the proposed master plan for Winskill Park last week. It sure looks wonderful on paper but I could see no mention of costing for the completed plan. I was told the replacement of Winskill
farmland, for example? I sure hope not. BCLC says Delta is a good location because of its community plans and transportation access, among other things. What does BCLC mean by “transportation access” and “community plans?” I feel that a casino should be located near frequent and easy transit access (such as River Rock) but I don’t know
Aquatic and Fitness Centre would be the last thing to be built. In other words, it is a low priority. We need a new or upgraded facility well before 20 or 25 years. I have been told Winskill pales in comparison to the Sungod facility in North Delta. Imagine having a large carpeted yoga room and a coffee shop? I suppose if a casino and entertainment complex
does get built the revenue could go towards this master plan and maybe we’d get a new aquatic centre sooner? Our Liberal government appears willing to dole out infrastructure funding. Perhaps Delta should apply for funds to go towards the Winskill master plan sooner rather than later, especially considering interest rates are low. We have no idea
‘Dangerous’ tunnel is being used as a scare tactic
Editor: Re: Tunnel safety called out, Nov. 9 It is wrong of the B.C. Ministry of Transportation to ask Delta to come up with a report stating the George Massey Tunnel can be “very, very dangerous” and is need of replacement. This is a scare tactic contrived by Delta and the provincial government. It contradicts announcements in 2009 by the pro-
vincial government stating the tunnel has 50 years more life with its new seismic upgrade and that new transit plans would make better use of the existing road network. The over-sized, overpriced bridge to replace the tunnel will be unsafe as the soils on both sides of the river are unstable and highly susceptible to liquefaction. That is why a tunnel was built in 1959 instead of a bridge.
A provincial government study, Quaternary Geology of Richmond, 2010, reported the sands and silts in the area of the planned bridge have a “very-high” to “extremelyhigh” probability of liquefaction severity. In 1998, Natural Resources Canada published a Bulletin of 16 studies on the Hazards of the Fraser River Delta. One study found that earthquakes (1976 Pender
Island and 1996 Duvall, Wash.) showed strong ground motion recordings at the location of the George Massey Tunnel. This study concluded that “ground motions may exceed nominal National Building Code of Canada design requirements.” Another study found that bedrock in the Fraser delta varies considerably and is twice as deep as previously thought. This study con-
cluded that susceptibility to ground-motion has “significant implications on the response of large structures (i.e. bridges…) to earthquake ground motions.” It is this unstable ground that is supposed to support two very high bridge towers joined by miles of cables. Not even new construction methods can justify this. Susan Jones
Impressive Remembrance Day assembly at Port Guichon
Editor: I had the distinct honour to attend Port Guichon Elementary’s Remembrance Day assembly last Thursday. As I watched the kindergarten to Grade 7 children present their well-conducted program, I came to the realization that Canada is in good hands.
How else to gauge the country but through its children. Mature beyond their tender years; polite beyond that displayed by others many years their senior; gracious beyond what often appears to be considered normal behaviour on social media; and certainly more open to learning that many people
proclaim. I am indebted to my guide, Tyler, a Grade 6 student who took great delight in proudly pointing out the various classrooms, library, cloakrooms and, even, washrooms as we toured the school. As we trod the corridors, we were joined by other children, each eager to point
out benefits of their school and proud to be part of the Remembrance Day assembly. From the youngest to the oldest, these children made me proud and I am certain they make their parents proud also. Thank you, staff and students of Port Guichon Elementary, for inviting
me to join you on this Day of Remembrance as we each thank those who paved the way for our peace. May none of you ever have to step forward and say, “Ready, aye, ready.” O Canada, we stand on guard for thee, silently but firmly. Bob Orrick
where they will be in 20 or 25 years, do we? Of course, we also don’t know for sure if a casino and entertainment complex will be definitely built in Delta. My hope is that Delta would consult with the community prior to any public hearing or further consultation with BCLC about Delta being a casino host. Jean Wightman
Forgotten war
Editor: I attended the Remembrance Day ceremony last Friday, participating in the veteran’s flight in the parade to and from the cenotaph. Nearly everything was as good as it could possibly be, except for one part of the dissertation on past wars that Canada was involved in, starting at the Boer War and up to the war with ISIS. Once again, there was no mention of the Cold War. It seems to have become the forgotten war and a glaring omission in the minds and hearts of those of us that were involved. I was a RCAF pilot on 427 Squadron in Germany from 1965 to 1969. We were holding quick reaction alert during the nuclear capability era. William V. Best
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and are an indicator of the unfortunate sense of entitlement that has afflicted that organization for many years. They also indicate the disregard and lack of gratitude for the origins and history of the Earthwise Farm on the Southlands. I was invited onto the board of the Delta Recycling Society (DRS) — as it was known — in late 2004/early 2005. At that time DRS had extremely damaged relationships with the Corporation of Delta and was losing its civic gardens in North Delta. It was also being forced to move from its Tilbury premises, and had lost its major source of revenue with the retirement of its recycling service. DRS was essentially
homeless, bereft of resources and had few prospects. Sean Hodgins and Century provided refuge and a new start — a lifeline — with the generous offer of providing a home for the society, at virtually no cost, on the Southlands site it now occupies. Without this timely gift, the Earthwise Farm would not exist today. There was no business or financial benefit to Century in doing this. It was essentially an act of charity and civic goodwill by Hodgins and he made it clear from the start that he and Century did not expect to be a benefactor in perpetuity and expected the society to use the situation to grow and adjust with the evolution of Southlands, and its even-
tual redevelopment. Over the next six years, Hodgins reiterated that fact to the board and management of Earthwise on at least two occasions formally, and in conversation on several other occasions. Despite requests from the board and entreaties from various board members, Hodgins’ concerns, and implied warnings, were disregarded by Earthwise management. This lack of preparation for the future, the unwillingness to cooperate and take advantage of the opportunity to partner with Century on Southlands, along with concerns about the society’s financial structure led to my leaving the Earthwise board in 2011. Earthwise has no one but itself to blame for the
public dispute we see today. It had more than a decade to plan and prepare for the foreseeable changes now occurring at Southlands. Its management and board have missed a fabulous opportunity to take the gift they received and grow the society and its operations into a leading sustainable enterprise and community resource. Instead they have squandered this opportunity and allowed it to turn into an unfortunate “loselose” situation for itself and its members. To blame Hodgins and Century for this, and to attempt to pressure the Corporation of Delta into intervening on their behalf, is extremely regrettable. Bob Bracken
Questions over lack of Massey Tunnel maintenance
Editor: Re: Tunnel safety called out, Nov. 9 Several years back, when I did the daily commute between Tsawwassen and Vancouver, there was regular maintenance of the George Massey Tunnel that included washing the walls and painting them white, and ongoing adjustments to the lighting to improve visibility and therefore safety. One Monday morning, the walls, which had been white, had obviously been sandblasted over the
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Tunnel maintenance has been lacking in recent years, says one reader. weekend. And guess what? They were never repainted white since then.
I wonder why? Could it be that the proponents of a massive bridge to replace
the tunnel were setting the stage to frighten commuters into being in favour? If the bureaucrats and politicians are truly concerned about tunnel safety, shouldn’t they be demanding the ministry take some simple and relatively inexpensive actions to improve safety right now? After all, the bridge, if it’s built, won’t be finished for years. Or does no one really give a damn about how many accidents, injuries and deaths will occur? Joan Green
Remembrance Day ceremony heard loud and clear Editor: Firstly, let me pass on my thanks to the Corporation of Delta for installing a proper large and loud sound system for the Remembrance Day service and ceremony. It was a real joy to finally hear the speakers, the
soloist and the choir. The bugler did a great job this year as well. Secondly, to whoever allowed the youth of Guiding and Scouting to be stationed in the front around the cenotaph so they could actually witness the events, I thank you. In
the past we were always shunted to the rear, where the little ones could not see. And finally, there are 27 names that I know well on the cenotaph from the Great War, but there are also 11 names from the Second World War. Six
airmen and five infantrymen reflect the changing strategies of 20th century warfare. I would certainly be interested in learning more about the 11. I have a feeling a couple of them may have an air of mystery also. Peter Broznitsky
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RESTAURANTS HELP SERVE UP COMMUNITY SUPPORT
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Stephen Krawchuk, owner/operator of the Ladner and Tsawwassen McDonald’s says now more than ever, residents have to support their local businesses.
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Darren Gates knows the need for survival and business success is providing customers with a first-class experience every time they walk in the doors of Mario’s Kitchen in Tsawwassen.
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ocal restaurants are not just serving up quality food and service — they are also serving up a healthy dose of community support and a commitment to their customers. Supporting local eateries is just another way of shopping local in Ladner and Tsawwassen. By doing so, you are not only taking advantage of the many wonderful restaurants close to home, but you are helping those restaurants employ local folks, who in turn also spend their dollars locally. But restaurants can’t just sit back and expect a hand out or support. You have to earn that trust and support by offering quality food, quality service and a modern restaurant that will be pleasing to diners. It’s a philosophy that Randy Kaiser and his staff at White Spot are looking to achieve everyday. “What we have to do as a group of business owners, especially here in the centre of Tsawwassen, is we have to look at how we take care of our customers. We have to continue to improve how we do things, our customer service has to be better, and we have to have a clean and renovated restaurant,” said Kaiser. “We’ve been a bit complacent to be honest with you and that is something we can’t do right now. To get Tsawwassen to grow and to succeed we have to be on top of those things.” Kaiser, like so many business owners, also feels that supporting local charities, sports groups and service organizations is just part of being a good, communityminded citizen. “We have to be proactive and give back to them because they have been loyal to us over the years,” he said. “The new mall has opened up and there are new restaurants in the community, but we have to do something — we have to give back. So we are doing
A great family atmosphere and giving back to the community are just a few of the hallmarks of success for White Spot Restaurants.
a renovation and going to clean up the restaurant, make sure our service is A-one and our food quality is second to none and take care of all those things. That’s what we are all about — families and giving back and it’s why White Spot has been around for 87 years.” Darren Gates, who along with his wife Liz, own Mario’s Kitchen in Tsawwassen. They moved to the community to open their business and raise a family in a great community. They are invested in the community to try and provide for their family and feel very connected. “Our industry is very interactive and connected to your customer base, so you have to have that feeling of community,” he said. “We are in the business of providing what the customer wants. If there is a relationship behind the transaction that enhances the quality of it and the likelihood of that transaction continuing.” With 65 employees, all local, and many long-term, Gates knows the need for survival and business success is providing customers with a first-class experience every time they walk in the doors. “I don’t think up until now people have had to make conscious decisions to keep money in the community, but that is usually the out-
come as the landscape has changed. I think part of the experience of local business is you feel good about the environment because there is a relationship and a familiarity to it,” he said. McDonald’s Restaurants in Ladner and Tsawwassen proudly gives back to the communities they serve. Whether it’s a local sports group, helping athletes or assisting non-profits, McDonald’s is always giving back. “I support as many things as people will pick up the phone and ask for,” said owner/operator Stephen Krawchuk. “My hope is that these new businesses will support the town in those ways too. People just participate in things here, which makes living out here quite unique and I would hate to see that change.” And because the business landscape is changing, he said now more than ever, residents have to continue to do their part by shopping local. “One thing my wife and I have talked about is that we will go out of our way to support the local merchants to ensure that they don’t fail. We will probably support them more than we did before and that’s a way that we can support the local community,” he added. Bombay Joes has been in
business in Ladner for six years. They have been a success due to fresh, made to order dishes, quality service and a loyal customer base. “No question we would not be here without our local customers. They keep coming back every day,” said Ranjit Sidhu. “It’s a safe, warm and welcoming community and that’s huge. The community has embraced us and we are a success because of the community.” Listening to customers, sourcing local products and offering a real hometown feel are just a few of the hallmarks for success for Louise Greene and the RiverHouse Restaurant in Ladner. “Supporting local means sustainable, vibrant communities,” said Greene. “My employees are all local and all give back and we encourage them as well to shop local and support small business. I think it’s important that we are all supporting each other and keeping our small businesses in business. “Ladner is still a community — has a real community feel and I think most people that are here would like to see it stay that way, so anything that you can do to support local business is a great idea.”
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Password changed, but not easily remembered
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It’s that time again. No, I am not talking pre-Christmas prep. I am talking about my
password. It’s time to make the change. The workplace prompt arrived in my email 12 days ago. “Your active directory password will expire in 14 days,” it said. Then it told me what I needed to do: create a new password of at least seven characters. One character had to be an uppercase letter. One character needed a lowercase letter. One character needed to be a number, and another a non-alphabetic character. There was also this:
I could not use anything that resembled all, or part, of my last 10 passwords. I ignored the workplace prompt. It returned the next day, and the day after. This password stuff is a pain. Granted, it’s the mother of all first-world problems. But it always gives me grief. This time, I tried going with the youngest son’s middle name, followed by the number seven and an asterisk. Didn’t work. The youngest son’s middle name — or part of it — had perhaps
been used seven or eight passwords ago. This time, I’d go with, oh, the name of the street where I had my first apartment, followed by a four and an exclamation mark. No such luck. The password gods, whoever they are, gave my choice the big thumbs down. I asked the husband for suggestions. “Um, I’d go with Vanilla5&,” he suggested. “You haven’t used vanilla recently, have you?” “I’m pretty sure I haven’t,” I said. “But why
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Coping with Grief During the Holidays Looking for practical strategies about how to cope with grief during the holiday season? Delta Hospice Bereavement Services is hosting a seminar: Wednesday, November 23rd 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Harold & Veronica Savage Centre for Supportive Care Bring your questions and thoughts. Family and friends are welcome. Grief counsellors will talk about grief and loss and discuss practical options for coping with the holidays and other special days. A time for sharing will follow. The fire will be on...goodies will be served...helpful pamphlets and booklets will be available. Visit 4631 Clarence Taylor Crescent in Ladner Please RSVP with number of people attending to 604-948-0660 or info@deltahospice.org
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Author Peter Johnson, a former presenter on Quarantine and the BrideShips, returns to Delta this Saturday by popular demand to provide another interactive session on island lighthouses of southwestern B.C. Presented by ElderCollege Delta, the presentation will run from 10 a.m. to noon at Cedar Park Church in Ladner. It’s free and open to all Delta residents. For many years lighthouses served not only as beacons of hope and
salvation but were essential navigational aids for mariners. They have come to symbolize our ties to the water and to the dangers inherent in our weather. “They have such a unique role in our history,” says Johnson. “They proclaim our sovereignty, like the lighthouse at Fisgard or the lighthouse at Estevan [Point]. They are markers of immigration and they mark the industrial growth of the province. They’re highly symbolic.” Recently Parks Canada
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Bazaar kicks off busy time at All Saints
All Saints Church in Ladner has something for everyone this season starting this Saturday with its annual Poinsettia Bazaar from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The ever-popular balloon blast will be back at the bazaar, along with wonderful baked goods, Christmas décor and Attic Treasures table. Shoppers can also bid on gift baskets and certificates from local business at the silent auction. Then it’s time to take a breather, relax, and remind ourselves what
we are celebrating. The church’s Quiet Day on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 9 a.m. to noon focuses on prayer as a life practice as we enter the season of Advent. The popular Taize services return this year. Each Saturday during Advent – 3.10 and Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. will be a time of quiet contemplation and music from Judy Henry on the Celtic harp. There’s an Advent Teaching Series entitled “Who Is This Jesus?” on Thursdays Dec. 1, 8 and
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Lest we forget
Deltans pay tribute with a parade and ceremony on Remembrance Day PHOTOS BY GORD GOBLE
The annual Remembrance Day parade and ceremony took place in Ladner Village last Friday morning. A procession marched its way along Delta Street to Memorial Park where a service was conducted that featured the playing of the Last Post, a twominute silence and the laying of wreaths. Also on Remembrance Day, the Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir and the 15th Field Regiment presented With Glowing Hearts: Songs of Remembrance (below) at South Delta Baptist Church.
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Community
Hawthorne victorious in Mayor’s Garden Contest
Ladner school wins wheelbarrow full of prizes Hawthorne Elementary in Ladner was buzzing with excitement earlier this month, eagerly anticipating the arrival of Mayor Lois Jackson, Coun. Ian Paton and CAO George Harvie. The civic trio was welcomed to Hawthorne’s school-wide assembly to present prizes in Mayor Jackson’s Garden
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Hawthorne Elementary students Logan Wischnewski and Violet Nissen show off the certificate that Ms. Bohmert’s Grade 2 class received recently for winning the classroom category that was added to the annual Mayor Jackson’s Garden Contest for Kids this year.
Contest for Kids after Ms. Bohmert’s Grade 2 class won the school classroom category. Prizes included a wheelbarrow from Ladner Village Hardware, 20 small garden tools, a load of soil and a gift certificate from West Coast Seeds. In turn, two students from Ms. Bohmert’s class, Logan Wischnewski and Violet Nissen, gave Jackson and Paton some of Hawthorne’s garlic — for protection against vampires. Jackson and Paton spoke about the historical importance of farming in Delta and the need to continue growing our own food. They encouraged all Hawthorne students to continue to be involved in the school garden as well as gardens at their homes. At the Oct. 24 Delta council meeting, student and teacher representatives from Hawthorne went before council to receive a certificate for winning the school classroom category of the Mayor’s Garden Contest for Kids. This is the first year the contest included a category for school classrooms and gardens. The Hawthorne garden, which has been in existence for five years, has been supported by the Ladner school’s parent advisory committee and many other local organizations. Mayor Jackson’s Garden Contest for Kids is an annual event to encourage children and youth between the ages of five and 16 to be active outdoors and cultivate an appreciation for nature through gardening. The other winners in the contest are: Flowers First Place — Vamakshi Parikh Second Place — Priscilla Nelson Third Place — Juliet Harris-Unger Vegetables First Place — Ryan Noble Second Place — Matthew Royer Third Place — Addyson Maitland Winners received passes for recreation facilities.
November 16, 2016 The Delta Optimist A19
Community
ADVICE
Earthwise workshops FROM put focus on holidays THE PROS
Earthwise Society is hosting a series of workshops and events that focus on making the holidays their most festive, local and sustainable yet. This Saturday, Nov. 19, from 10 a.m. to noon, create a centrepiece that will add cheer to any meal at the winter holiday centrepiece workshop. Using locally-harvested evergreen boughs and other seasonal materials, beeswax candles and colourful ribbons, Sue Earles will guide participants in the technique of crafting a beautiful, sustainable centrepiece. Wrap gifts or make holiday cards from homemade paper after learning the skills of paper-making in Dylan Nicolle’s papermaking workshop on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 10 a.m. to noon. Nicolle will show you how to incorporate petals, leaves, scents and even seeds into your paper so your holiday card or wrapping paper will grow gorgeous flowers in your loved ones’ gardens into the coming year. Design an eye-catching, natural wreath for your door at Alyssa Dawn Hall’s second wreath-making
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Holistic nutritionist Terry McGrath led a Secrets behind Fermenting Foods workshop at Earthwise last month. Upcoming workshops focus on the holidays. workshop on Sunday, Dec. 4 from 1 to 3 p.m. Hall’s first wreath-making workshop was so popular it has already sold out. All workshops are $35 and include two hours of instruction, materials, written guidelines and finished materials to take home. Sign-up by phoning 604-946-9828 or by emailing education@earthwisesociety.bc.ca. Also coming up are Earthwise Society and Farm Fresh Event’s OldeFashioned Holiday Market on Saturday, Dec. 3 from
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the eighth annual HundredMile Banquet on Sunday, Dec. 11. The Holiday Market is a free, family-friendly event that showcases a large range of local vendors and is a perfect stop for all your holiday shopping needs, and the HundredMile Banquet will not fail to impress guests with its gourmet, five-course, locally-sourced menu. To get tickets for the banquet, call 604-946-9828 or email info@earthwisesociety. bc.ca.
Growing Together at Earthwise Experiential, hands-on learning in nature has been shown to have a lasting impact on children’s appreciation of the environment. This type of learning is essential for a population that is losing connection with the environment. The Earthwise Society’s Growing Together Project is also demonstrating that hands-on environmental education can be a lot of fun. Isabelle Rodé of the Earthwise Society spent several hours recently planting radishes, kale and spinach with Sharon Bourgeois and Sharon Harkley’s Grade 1 class at Cliff Drive Elementary as a part of the Growing Together Project. The interactive learning program aims to teach students how to grow food and educates them on food-related topics ranging from native plants to food security to science. Cliff Drive decided to become a part of the pro-
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gram when the school was evaluating what to do with its 10 underutilized garden beds. Rodé, Earthwise’s organic grower and educator, is helping turn these beds into a teaching tool to get kids excited about growing their own vegetables. Instructing Bourgeois and Harkley’s Grade 1 class on the importance of worms for healthy soil and how to harvest summer vegetables, Rodé says the excitement of the students was palpable. “Every single student found a worm to show me, and they were so excited about harvesting the summer crops that it was hard
to stop them from harvesting everything that was there,” she laughs. Two other Tsawwassen classes are participating in the Growing Together Project: Niki Gilmore’s Grade 5 class at Beach Grove Elementary and Nancy England’s Grade 5 class at Cliff Drive Elementary. Alongside growing their own crops, the classes will make two trips to the Earthwise Garden to work with crops that are being produced there. The students will also get to prepare meals with the vegetables and take home produce and special recipes.
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Q: How Can I Give Back to
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A: You can make a charitable gift to your charity of choice. Making a donation to Delta Hospital, for example, is a wonderful way to give back to your community this holiday season. Delta Hospital Foundation is dedicated to ensuring the best healthcare possible for our community today and for future generations. You are supporting the health and well being of the Delta community; including your family, friends and neighbours. Lisa Hoglund Interim Executive Director Delta Hospital Foundation
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Delta Hospital Foundation offers many different ways for you to donate. You can make a one-time donation, you can become a monthly donor, you can make a tribute gift in honour of a loved one, or you can consider planned giving (including gifts of securities). Your donation helps bring tangible results: faster service, earlier diagnoses, better outcomes, more accessible treatments and expanded services at Delta Hospital. Gifts received before December 31st, 2016 will ensure a charitable tax receipt for this year. To find out more about the different ways to give to Delta Hospital, please feel free to contact Lisa Hoglund, Interim Executive Director, at 604 940 9695 or lisa.hoglund@dhfoundation.ca
Q. Does hay fever/allergic rhinitis affect CPAP use? A. Yes, nasal congestion can make it very difficult to
use CPAP therapy. Heated humidification and a climate controlled hose can greatly decrease the symptoms of nasal congestion, dry nose and throat. A hypoallergenic filter can also help minimize breathing in allergens. Remember to change your filter monthly. Keep the windows closed during pollen season, and make sure that dust/pet dander is not accumulating in the bedroom. Many people find that a daily sinus rinse helps relieve congestion. Prescription nasal sprays or allergy medications can also relieve symptoms. Visit a CanSleep location to speak with a therapist about adjusting your humidity. Breathe Better. Sleep Easy. Live Well. Jessica Chum, B.Sc RRT Delta | 120 – 6345 – 120th St. | 778.564.7503 Coquitlam | 400-2963 Glen Drive | 604.468.5854 New Westminster | 409-301 E. Columbia St. | 604.544.8744
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A20 The Delta Optimist November 16, 2016
ADVICE FROM THE PROS QUESTION: Why hire a professional management company?
I think I have the “flu”; my friend says I have a bad cold – what’s the difference? A: Thanks
for this great question. Both are caused by viral infections and are contagious but there are several differences between influenza and the common cold. You can make the distinction between the two based on your symptoms. Fever: rare in a cold, common in influenza; Headache: rare in a cold, intense with influenza; General aches and pains: rare in cold, common in influenza; Extreme exhaustion: never with cold, common with influenza (usually starts early); Stuffy / Runny nose / Sore Throat / Sneezing: common with a cold, rare with influenza; Cough: found in both, usually starts early with influenza. There are rarely any serious complications with a cold beyond sinus congestion, influenza infections can lead to bronchitis or pneumonia (can be fatal if very severe).
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When it comes to renting your most valuable investment it pays to have it managed professionally. We are able to assess the property and achieve the highest rent in the least amount of time. Keeping the property continuously occupied avoids costly vacant periods.
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Properly qualifying tenants avoids costly damages and vacancies.
Treatment options vary between illness’; cold symptoms are usually managed with rest and over the counter products (if necessary); influenza is managed by rest, fluids, over the counter products and prescription medications such as oseltamivir or zanamivir (if appropriate), occasionally hospitalization is necessary. There is no prevention method for the common cold; for influenza, your best protection is the flu shot. Come see me at the pharmacy for more prevention tips and treatment options for both diseases.
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QUESTION:
Last January and February you had a sale on your Royal Canadian mint product.
THE RATES ON VARIABLE RATE MORTGAGES SEEM TO HAVE INCREASED, I THOUGHT THE BANK OF CANADA HAS NOT CHANGED THEIR RATE?
I was talking to you then and mentioned that I would have preferred the sale before Christmas as I bought a lot of mint product for gifts. Are you having another sale soon?
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For the first time we have a couple of answers to this question. The Bank of Canada has not in fact changed their Prime rate however with some of the Banks its the discount off of prime rate that has changed. For the first time we have seen some of the Big Banks actually change their prime rate without seeing any changes from the Bank of Canada. This seem to be a unprecedented move.
Many people mentioned that they would have preferred us having the sale before Christmas and I have listened. Starting Friday November 5 until Saturday December 31 we will be having our second annual sale of Royal Canadian mint product.
Jim Richardson, owner Western Coin and Stamp
All 2014 and older mint product will be 15% off our lowest marked prices. Many of these are already at well below catalogue already. All 2015 mint product will be 10% off our lowest marked prices. All 2016 mint product is 5% off the Royal Canadian mint price. You can buy all your Christmas presents off us for cheaper than the Canadian mint will sell to you and no shipping costs.
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QUESTION:
QUESTION
Are we better off Renovating or Re-Locating? That’s the Big Money question!
Paul, our strata complex has a lot of trees, and several parking lot drains.The leaves keep plugging up our pipes and causing our drains to overflow.We have them regularly cleaned out, but the vacuum truck operator says there isn’t much debris in them. Is there a remedy for this? Sid- Strata Council Member
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Hi Sid, Absolutely. Leaves become a problem for most complexes every fall. The drains in your parking areas are called “catch basins.” The job of the catch basin is to collect debris at its bottom, such as dirt, sand, and decomposing leaves.When catch basins become too full, the solids which are supposed to remain at the bottom, rise up to the top and plug up the horizontal pipes leaving your catch basin which carry away rain water to the city’s storm sewer. If your catch basins are being regularly emptied, and leaves are creating problems for you in the fall, it is likely that there aren’t “leaf guards” installed on the horizontal pipes, before they leave the catch basins. Leaf guards allow the leaves to sit on top of the water in the catch basin, while allowing the water to flow out of the catch basin freely. As the leaves become water logged, they get heavy and sink to the bottom of the catch basin where they decompose. If you’re not sure if you have leaf guards installed, please give us a call and we’ll be happy to come out and have a look. It’s a low cost solution, to a very common problem.
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For obvious reasons your realtor will make a good case to simply re-locate (ah, but not so simple!) Conversely, a good Renovator can take that existing house and make it your Dream Home! In my opinion there are 3 main factors to consider: 1. Do we enjoy living in our present location, as it is a lot of work and expense to re-locate. 2. Can we work with this existing house and bring our ideas to life here. 3. How long do we foresee ourselves in this location. All very important considerations indeed! First is going to be personal for each family and I just take into consideration the upheaval involved to re-locate. Second is where consultation with a professional Renovator can help you in the re-configuration or addition to your existing layout. Third and most important with regards to your investment in any renovation is your commitment to location. If you have a short 1-3 year plan in mind then cosmetics and immediate repairs only or you risk losing most of your investment. If you foresee a 5-10 year stay then I feel you are safe in the 50K to 150K investment into your property upgrades as you are now renovating to increase the value in your home plus adding livability and quality to your lifestyle! Beyond that time frame it’s only about wants vs. needs and the total affordability of your Dream Project! MRP Renovations is here to solve all your renovating Want’s and Need’s! For a free consultation call Mike Phillips Owner MRP Renovations.
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ADVICE FROM THE PROS Q: Should we keep our home on the market over
QUESTION: WHAT IS THE FIRST THING THAT COMES TO MIND WHEN YOU SEE EXPEDIA CRUSIESHIPCENTERS?
the holiday season?
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If your goal is to sell, then Yes! Buyers looking at homes in this weather and at this time of year, are clearly very serious! The market is slower compared to this time last year and buyers have been more hesitant to pull the trigger on a purchase with the uncertainty of the market in the future. However, history has shown that people continue Garrett Chu to buy and sell and there will be pent up demand whenever there is Vice President a slowdown in activity from normal levels. Our experience has shown this: many people give up throughout the winter and plan to put their homes on the market in the New Year or in the Spring. Inventory levels will drop and the active listings will have much less competition. RE/MAX Progroup Realty If you take your home off the market, you have no chance of selling it! 5360 12th Avenue The savvy seller that stays on through the holidays and into the New Delta 604.728.2845 Year usually catches the buyer before the rest of the homes hit the www.fraserelliott.com market. If you have guests over for the season, we can always create Top 100 a flexible showing schedule to work around your holiday plans. If you RE/MAX REALTORS® WORLDWIDE 2011+2012** plan to travel during this time, we can continue to show your home as #1 Agent in Ladner/Tsawwassen YTD 2016* normal and also keep an eye on your property during your absence. #1 Ranked RE/MAX Team in Western Canada In the event of an offer, our team’s access to innovative software YTD 2016** #3 Ranked RE/MAX Team in Canada YTD 2016** technology allows you to digitally sign the required paperwork to *based on total MLS sales in 2016 **based on total residential & commercial successfully sell your home from abroad.
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Enjoy all-inclusive vacation packages around the globe, at amazing rates featuring air, hotel, transfers and more! Scratch the surface of your destination a bit more by taking a coach or rail tour which allows you to explore the surrounding area and learn more about the local history on these informative excursions. Because you are spending your hard-earned money, make sure you are protecting your investments! Worrying about your coverage is the last thing you want to do leading up to and during your vacation. Find out what your travel insurance options are and pick the best protection for your needs. Don’t forget this important detail; always be sure you’re covered when traveling. It’s simple! No matter what you need to make your next vacation complete, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re cruising or not, we have everything you need to make that next trip unforgettable.
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Q: Choosing Your Power of Attorney
QUESTION:
Mom is in assisted living but doesn’t like to join in the group activities there. How do we get her involved in more one-on-one activities?
A: Of all the estate planning decisions you have to make, choosing someone to
be your Power of Attorney can be the hardest. If you have adult children living nearby this is an easy choice.But if you don’t have children, or they live far away, or you can’t rely on them, this can be a real problem.
ANSWER: Most facilities today provide all sorts of tailored activities and events, from entertainers, themed-meals, bus outings, interactive recreation and games. While the aim is to include everyone and a wide variety of needs, there are always other options for those with other interests.
If you become incapable of managing your financial affairs through illness or
Murray Lott age, the job of being your“Lawful Attorney” can be a long and arduous one.You
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Not all folks are ‘joiners’, and if they were more solitary throughout their lives, they are more likely to be more comfortable participating in one-on-one activities and outings than being in a big group. Making these arrangements can be tricky for busy families, but, help is available. One solution is finding an Assistant to arrange, manage and escort a senior to activities of their choice.
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HOW CAN I GIVE A LOVED ONE A SPECIAL, HEALTHY GIFT THIS YEAR?
I have an especially hard time hearing in noisy environments such as restaurants or family dinners. Do hearing aids address this?
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ANSWER Yes, many do! While some very basic models are simply hearing amplfiers that will make everything louder (including all the ambient noises around you), many of the more sophisticated hearing aids available today are designed to address background noise. Mark Nickel BC-HIP, BBA Hearing Instrument Practitioner Phone: 604-943-0033 5682 12 Avenue, Tsawwassen www.TsawwassenHearing.com
Background noise is present in everyone’s life. For people without a hearing loss, the brain unconsciously filters out most background noise; however, when a hearing loss is present and all sounds are reduced or inaudible, the brain essentially becomes lazy and stops properly filtering out background noise. In most cases when an individual begins using hearing aids designed to address background noise, all sounds are once again heard clearly by the brain. When this happens, the brain has to retrain itself in selective listening skills. This adjustment process can take some time, so it’s important to be patient as you wait for your hearing in noisy environments to return!
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Community Coming Events CLUBS AND GROUPS Delta Photo Club meets Wednesday, Nov. 16 for Print Night. The theme is “Fall.” Opportunities are plentiful as there is always something to learn from prints. Club assembles Wednesdays at KinVillage Community Centre at 7 p.m. (socializing and setup) with a 7:30 p.m. start to meeting. Guests welcome. For more information, visit www.deltaphotoclub.com. The South Delta Newcomers & Alumni meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at the Kiwanis Longhouse, 1710-56th St., Tsawwassen. The club is to introduce women who have moved to South Delta and Point Roberts to the community and help them make new friends. Next meeting is Thursday, Nov. 17. Ladner Tri-City Aglow fellowship meet-
ing at Ladner Christian Fellowship, 5545 Ladner Trunk Rd., on Friday, Nov. 18 from 7 to 10 p.m. Rev. Audrey Mabley is guest speaker. Free will offering, refreshments provided. Call Lois at 604-274-7596 for further information. The Low Vision Support Group meets on the third Monday of most months at the Ladner Pioneer Library from 1 to 2:30 p.m. November’s speaker is nutritionist Kyrsten McEwan while December’s meeting will be a social. Open house for Ambassadors Tsawwassen Toastmasters on Tuesday, Nov. 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. David’s Anglican Church, 1115-51A St. A fun meeting with a taste of Christmas in the Netherlands. Listen to members share their public speaking skills in a safe, encouraging atmosphere. New members welcome. Information: Jeffrey Denissen (jeffrey.denissen@gmail.com). Ukulele Basics offered on Thursday, Nov. 24, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Tsawwassen Library. Workshop will
look at the history and the different kinds of ukes, go over the basics and learn how to read chord charts. You will leave with a good understanding of the ukulele and a song in your heart. Ukuleles will be provided. Registration is required. An arthritis series, Tips, Tricks and Tools to Manage Your Joints, will be held on Monday, Nov. 28, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the Ladner Pioneer Library. Arthritis can make daily activities difficult and painful. This interactive workshop shares information about the many tools, gadgets and techniques to help make daily tasks easier to do. To register, call the Arthritis Society at 604-714-5550. Adult Colouring Club meets Tuesdays until Dec. 6, 2 to 4 p.m., at Tsawwassen Library. Colouring is not just for kids anymore. Why colour? It reduces stress and improves your focus; it’s fun and creative; and you meet new people. All supplies provided. Holiday Café Drop-In, Dec. 12 to Jan. 6, Monday
to Friday, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Centre for Supportive Care, 4631 Clarence Taylor Cres. Join counselors Jean and Marg for a cup of tea or coffee and a bit of company during the holiday season that can be a difficult time for the bereaved. Call 604-948-0660 for more information.
SENIORS KinVillage Travel presents a South Delta Parade of Lights through Ladner and Tsawwassen on Thursday, Dec. 15. There will be a pork loin dinner with chef Adrian at KinVillage Community Centre (5:30 p.m.) along with a Christmas Around the World DVD before the tour. Cost: $40 per person.
SPECIAL EVENTS Port Guichon Elementary Fall Market on Wednesday, Nov. 16 from 6 to 9 p.m. Local artisans, handmade crafts, Tupperware, books, knitting, kids clothes, food, skin care, woodwork, door prizes and much more. Back by popular
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demand, historian and author Peter Johnson returns to speak on the history and people of B.C. lighthouses. ElderCollege Delta presentation set for Saturday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at Cedar Park Church, 5300-44th Ave., Ladner. Free admission. Call 604-943-0262 to register. BC & Alberta Guide Dogs Trivia Night on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. at Sacred Heart gym, 3900 Arthur Dr. Tickets are $280 for a table of eight ($35 each). Please have your team of eight together before purchasing tickets. Tickets include a fun-filled evening of trivia, snacks and pizza. Call 604-9404504. The Delta Chamber of Commerce’s 65th annual Hats Off to Excellence Awards gala takes place on Friday, Nov. 25 at Tsawwassen Springs. Register at deltachamber. ca. Ladner Lawn Bowling Club holds its Christmas bake sale on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 5128-47th Ave. (across from McKee
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The Burns Bog Conservation Society hosted Bog Escape: Spectral Soldiers, a take on the escape room craze played outdoors in the Delta Nature Reserve.
More than 180 puzzle-solvers escape bog over Halloween
Participants unlock mysteries deep in the Delta Nature Reserve
Puzzle-solvers of all ages enjoyed a thrilling Halloween experience thanks to the Burns Bog Conservation Society. The society held its inaugural Bog Escape: Spectral Soldiers, which took the thrill of escape rooms and the chill of Halloween into the Delta Nature Reserve in Burns Bog. In this adventure, par-
ticipants raced through the bog on All Hallow’s Eve, solving the mystery of the supernatural lurking in the shadows. Tethered to the land were ghosts of soldiers, killed by bombs made from the peat taken from Burns Bog. To free their souls, the escapees needed to solve all puzzles. Unlike traditional escape rooms where
you’re locked in a room with a set time limit to solve the clues, Bog Escape was held in an open space with no time restrictions. Participants could not lose unless they gave up. Families loved being able to solve puzzles together in this setting. More than 180 people participated in the event. The fastest group won tickets to Time Escape Games,
courtesy of Time Escape Games in Richmond, and the top three best-dressed groups won tickets to FREEING! Canada. While Bog Escape was a success, it did come with a cost. The charity’s only generator was stolen during the event. If anyone has any information on the generator, they’re asked to call the society’s office at 604-572-0373.
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Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias can leave caregivers in South Delta feeling isolated. But they need to know they’re not alone, says Sarah Stott-Eveneshen, a support and education coordinator for the Alzheimer Society of B.C. for South Delta. “There are other people to share the journey with you,” she says, pointing to a variety of local caregiver support groups. “It’s a safe environment where you can learn, laugh and help each other through mutual understanding,” says StottEveneshen. The different groups meet on various days and times. There’s even a telesupport group for those unable to attend in person. For more information call 604-449-5000 or email info.southfraser@alzheimerbc.org.
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Sports Shorts SCOREBOARD
HIGH SCHOOL Football Varsity AAA Western Conference GP Notre Dame 6 South Delta 6 New West 6 Mt. Doug 6 Van College 6 Belmont 6 Carson Graham 6 Eastern Conference Terry Fox 7 Lord Tweedsmuir 7 Centennial 7 St. Thomas More 7 Mt. Boucherie 7 WJ Mouat 7 Mission 7 Kelowna 7
W 5 4 4 3 3 1 1
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Work in trenches sparks Devils South Delta has plenty of size and depth on line as playoff march continues
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Round of 16 Playoff Scores South Delta 53 Handsworth 7 Mt. Doug 52 WJ Mouat 7 Van College 27 STM 0 Cenntennial 23 Belmont 14 Abbotsford 41 Lord T. 19 New West 62 Boucherie 10 MEN’S SOCCER VMSL First Division W Campo Atletico 5 Rino’s Tigers 5 Guildford FC 4 Binger’s Army 4 Norvan Lions 4 Rino’s Fury 4 Rino’s Vanc SC 3 GN Sporting 4 FC Romania 3 South Delta Royals 1 Metropolitan 1
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Pacific Standard Time. Height in feet THURSDAY, NOV. 17 12:42 am 8:07 am 1:56 pm 6:20 pm FRIDAY, NOV. 18 1:29 am 9:02 am 2:47 pm 7:11 pm SATURDAY, NOV. 19 2:19 am 9:57 am 4:07 pm 8:11 pm SUNDAY, NOV. 20 3:11 am 10:51 am 5:27 pm 9:30 pm MONDAY, NOV. 21 4:07 am 11:41 am 6:36 pm
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Their names rarely show up on the stat sheet yet they are the unsung heroes behind the South Delta Sun Devils’ late season surge that has them contending for another provincial “AAA” football championship. The Sun Devils rolled to their third consecutive win by opening the playoffs with a dominating 53-7 performance over the Handsworth Royals on Friday in Langley. It was somewhat of a mismatch on paper as the North Vancouver school has spent the entire season playing in the second tier of the “AAA” level. The reward for an unbeaten campaign was a first round match-up with a South Delta team that seems to be getting better with each week. The Sun Devils scored on their first three possessions and never looked back. Arguably their greatest advantage was in the trenches where they dominated on both sides of the ball. The offensive line is anchored by towering tackles David Edwards and Justin Smith who bring plenty of size and experience to the positions. Edwards, listed at 6-foot5 and 305 pounds, is a rare three-year starter who helped South Delta win the provincial title in 2014. Smith, a versatile 6-foot4, 270-pound right tackle, is also in his third season at the senior level. “They almost win the psychological battle just by standing up,” smiled South Delta head coach Ray Moon. “They both have an edge to their game too, especially David. Right
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South Delta Sun Devils feature plenty of size and experience up front including third-year tackles Justin Smith (above) and David Edwards (below). now, our offensive line averages between 260 and 270 pounds. We have a lot of size and depth too.” What has really benefitted the Sun Devils is the development of their linemen to the point where it’s almost exclusive offensive and defensive starters. Guards Dylan Samson and Ben Mitchell, along with centre Ethan Prasad, round out the rest of the offensive line. Meanwhile, the emergence of Greydon Welch and Nico Ouellette on the defensive side of the ball has been key too. “Thanks to Greydon and Nico, our (offensive linemen) are no longer having to go both ways,” continued Moon. “When the o-line is working well and getting a chance to have a breather too they are that much more effective. They are controlling the line of scrimmage right now and
that’s a win situation for us. “Handsworth didn’t have that opportunity and you could see their guys dragging at the end. Defensive backs and receivers maybe running but the linemen are hitting on every play. That’s why we spend a lot of time developing.” The line’s stellar play allowed Michael Calvert to have another big afternoon. The Grade 11 quarterback connected with Billy Matwichyna on a 45-yard pass and run play to open the scoring. Grade 12 standout Grant McDonald is now healthy enough to see full-time duties on both sides of the ball and scored on a 14-yard run to go along with three twopoint converts. Calvert then found the end zone himself on an 80-yard run, before closing out the first half by finding
Matwichyna from 35-yards out to make it 32-0. Second half touchdowns from Andrew Kraft and Ben McDonald, on a 40-yard punt return, rounded out the South
Delta scoring, before the Royals finally got on the board. Riley Moore led the defensive effort with a pair of interceptions, including one in the end zone.
Centaurs up next for South Delta on Saturday at B.C. Place Stadium
The disparity between B.C. Secondary Schools Football Association’s top two “AAA” Conferences reared its head in the opening round of the playoffs except for the South Delta Sun Devils’ next opponent. By the time the last round of 16 games had concluded Friday, five of the six Western Conference teams remain in champion-
ship contention. The Centennial Centaurs were the lone Eastern Conference team to salvage a win and will meet the Devils on Saturday (12:30 p.m.) at B.C. Place Stadium in quarter-final action. The South Delta coaching staff fully expected to see sixth place conference rival Belmont Bulldogs this weekend, however, the Victoria school dropped a 23-14 decision.
A third quarter 70-yard punt return by Nic Greene proved to be the pivotal play for the Centaurs who have enjoyed an impressive turnaround season under head coach Eric Taylor. The Coquitlam school finished third in the Eastern Conference with a 5-2 record after going winless (0-13) in regular season play the last two seasons.
The Centaurs actually trailed 14-10 before reeling off the game’s final 13 points. They join unbeaten and top ranked Terry Fox as the lone two Eastern Conference teams still in the hunt. Second place finisher Lord Tweedsmuir was bounced 41-9 by Pacific Division (Tier Two) champion Abbotsford.
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Delta Gymnastics wins multiple awards
It was an impressive haul for Delta Gymnastics at the recent Gymnastics B.C. Awards and Scholarship night in Burnaby. The Ladner club walked away with four honours at the year-end gala including the prestigious Club of the Year honours. “We were very proud to be recognized this year by our peers in the sport on a provincial level,” said Ana Arciniega, Delta Gymnastics Executive Director. “This was an extraordinary year as we offered more programs at our gym than ever before as well as hosted the largest gymnastics event in the country!” The night’s recognition started off with the presentation of the Scholarship Award to Stephanie Rico. It is given to an athlete that is recognized for their dedication, work ethic, and contribution to the sport. Rico graduated from the club’s High School Gymnastics Program earlier this year. “She is such an amazing example of what a gymnast can accomplish, not only in the sport but as a coach and mentor to peers,” explained Arciniega. One of the most honorable awards given is the Gymnastics BC Member of Distinction. This award recognizes longterm commitment, contributions and achievements that have benefited gymnastics in B.C. One of this year’s recipient was Delta Gymnastics’ Mike D. Hood, who was joined by Rio 2016 Olympians Shallon Olsen and Scott Morgan.
gest gymnastics event held in the country with over 1800 athletes participating in three different competitions. “This event was massive and it was definitely a huge undertaking only made possible by the incredible work of our organizing committee, a team of very dedicated parents and over 450 volunteers,” said Arciniega. Gymnastics B.C. presents the PLAY Gymnastics Club of the Year Award to a club that has offered a variety of programs for children of all ages and abilities, hosted and participated recreational events, and are active in the development and promotion of recreational gymnastics. Delta Gymnastics was recognized for the work they do spreading the importance of gymnastics as a fundamental movement sport. “We are very committed to ensuring that all children, youth, adults and seniors have the competence and confidence to participate in whatever activity or sport they choose, including gymnastics,” added Arciniega. “We are very honoured that the work we do in the community has been recognized; we will continue to do all we can to spread the importance of physical literacy and an active lifestyle for emotional, physical and mental health and well-being.” Delta Gymnastics offers program from six months of age to seniors. For all information visit www.deltagymnastics.com.
Award winners and representing Delta Gymnastics included: (left to right) Front Row: Jenn Watts-Turner, Jennifer Dober, Ana Arciniega, Tessa Neufeld. Back Row: Carlene Lewall, Mike D. Hood, Mike J. Hood, Kristina Sharp, Chris Sheremeta, Tore Fischer, Stephanie Rico and Diane Steiner. “Mike is such an embodiment of our sport, who is always striving to make the gymnastics experience better for athletes, judges, coaches, administrators and parents. He is such a dedicated, generous and knowledgeable person – we are
lucky to have him as a key member of our team,” continued Arciniega. Delta Gymnastics received this year’s Host Award for delivering Best of the West Gymnastics Fest back in May at the Richmond Olympic Oval. It was the big-
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August 22, 1942 - November 10, 2016 Survived his brother Bryan, sister, Suzanne, Andrew, daughter Molly, son-in-law Jonathan his granddaughters Rowan and Ivy. Robert is deceased by wife Laurie, and parents William Freda Stewart.
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October 13, 1932 - November 4, 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our father David Soyer Lincke on November 4, 2016 at Vancouver General Hospital with members of his family by his side. David was predeceased by his loving wife Isabel and sister Ingrid, and left behind his brother Howard, his five children Heather (Johnny), Paul (Andra), JoAnne (Mike), Jeannie (Doug) and Eric, along with grandchildren Dustin (Jamie), Kevin (Holli), Olivia, Claire, Christopher (Jenny), Ryan, Brandon, Nate and Grace; great-grandchildren Charlotte, Brooklyn, Weston and Linken will also miss papa’s positive attitude and zest for life.
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Robert loved jazz and classical music, spending time on Salt Spring Island and travel, especially trips to Great Britain. Robert was known for his sharp intellect, humour, and loyal friendship. He leaves his friends and family with many happy memories of time spent together. Robert died peacefully after a long battle with dementia. The family would like to thank the staff at Delta View Life Enrichment Centre who provided tremendous care and support.
A Celebration of his Life will be held at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road in Ladner, at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 19, 2016. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Dave’s name to “Because I am a Girl” or to the ALS Society of British Columbia. Delta Funeral Home (604)946.6040
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bchonda.com
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Model shown: Fit EX-L Navi GK5H8GKN
2016 FIT
Loaded with features like:
Starting from selling price of $16,385** includes freight and PDI.
Multi-angle Heated rearview camera Front Seats
Model shown: HR-V EX-L RU6H7GKN
2016 HR-V
Loaded with features like:
Starting from selling price of $22,515** includes freight and PDI.
Model shown:
3 500 CLEAROUT BONUS
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Starting from selling price of $28,985** includes freight and PDI.
Loaded with features like:
Display Audio VSA® with Traction Control System with HondaLink™
Multi-angle rearview camera
Model shown:
Accord Coupe Touring CT2B9GKNX
2016 ACCORD COUPE
17" alloy wheels
CR-V SE RM4H4GE1
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¥$1,500 Holiday Bonus consumer incentive dollars are available on all new 2016 Fit, HR-V, Accord Coupe and CR-V models. Holiday Bonus consumer incentive dollars are for eligible vehicles in addition to any other programs and will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. £$3,000/$3,500 Clearout Bonus on all new 2016 CR-V/Accord Coupe models is comprised of $1,500 consumer incentive dollars and $1,500/$2,000 customer cash rebate. Consumer incentive dollars are for eligible vehicles in addition to any other programs and will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Customer cash rebate will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes and can be used in conjunction with any HFS Standard Rate Programs. #The 0.99% APR lease/finance offer applies to a new 2016 Fit DX 6MT GK5G3GE/ Fit LX 6MT GK5G5GE/ Fit EX 6MT GK5G7GJ/ Fit EX-L NAVI CVT GK5H8GKN/ 2016 HR-V LX 2WD MT RU5G3GEX/ HR-V LX 4WD CVT RU6H3GEX/ HR-V EX 2WD MT RU5G5GJ/ HR-V EX-L 4WD CVT RU6H7GKN/ 2016 Accord 2D L4 EX 6MT CT1A7GJ/ Accord 2D L4 EX-HS CVT CT1B5GJX/ Accord 2D V6 TOURING 6AT CT2B9GKNX/ 2016 CR-V LX AWD CVT RM4H3GE1/ CR-V SE AWD CVT RM4H4GE1/ CR-V EX AWD CVT RM4H5GJ1/ CR-V EX-L AWD CVT RM4H7GJN1/ CR-V Touring AWD CVT RM4H9GKNX for a 24/24 month period. Limited time APR offers available only through Honda Canada Finance Inc. ΩLimited time lease offers available only through Honda Canada Finance Inc., on approved credit. Lease example $16,385 at 0.99% per annum equals $300.06 per month for 24 months (includes $1,595 freight and PDI), with $0 down payment. Total lease obligation of $7,201.44. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 48,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. †Limited time finance offers available only through Honda Canada Finance Inc., on approved credit. Finance example $26,891.50 at 0.99% per annum equals $1,132.07 per month for 24 months (includes $1,595 freight and PDI), with $0 down payment. Cost of borrowing is $278.18, for a total obligation of $27,169.68. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. **Selling price is $16,385/$22,515/$26,045/$28,015 based on a new 2016 FIT DX 6MT GK5G3GE/2016 HR-V LX 2WD MT RU5G3EX/2016 Accord 2D L4 EX 6MT CT1A7GJ/2016 CR-V LX 2WD RM3H3GE1 including $1,595/$1,725/$1,695/$1,725 freight and PDI. Prices and/or payments shown do not include tire/battery tax of $25, or air conditioning charge (where applicable) of $100, all of which are due at time of delivery. Additional charges for waste disposal fees, environmental fees and handling charges (all of which may vary by dealer and/or vehicle) may apply.OffersvalidfromNovember1stthrough30th,2016atparticipatingHondaretailers.Dealermaysell/leaseforless.Dealertrademaybenecessaryoncertainvehicles.OffersvalidonlyforBritishColumbiaresidentsatBCHondaDealerslocations.Offerssubjecttochangeorcancellationwithoutnotice.Termsandconditionsapply.Visitwww.bchonda.comorseeyourHondaretailerforfulldetails.
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