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A body was recovered from the water about half a mile from the George Massey Tunnel Wednesday afternoon. Ken Rosmus found the body while out in his boat with a friend on the south arm of the Fraser River. “We thought we were going to lose him, or rip his arm off or something so we hauled him into the boat,” Rosmus said, crediting his past training with the Canadian Coast Guard auxiliary. He said it looked like a young male that had “been in the water for a while.” “We decided it was better to overcome our discomfort than to let a human just disappear into a propeller,” Rosmus said. They took the body to Captain’s Cove Marina in Ladner. A worker at the marina said Delta police showed up right

Delta police were at Captain’s Cove Wednesday afternoon after a body found in the Fraser River was brought to the marina. away. An agent from the B.C. Coroner’s Service also arrived at

the scene and the body was taken to the Vancouver General Hospital morgue where it will be examined

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Foals are named after players as Canuck fever sweeps local farm BY

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A Ladner horse farm is showing its support for the Vancouver Canucks’ playoff drive by naming foals after the NHL team’s players. So far Bobby-Lu, Ryan Kesler, Alex-a Burrows, Sami Salo and Bieksa are in the lineup at Country Lane Farm. “We have one foal left to be born and we’re hoping to name it either Manny Malhotra, or maybe after the Sedins, or maybe, possibly Stanley,” said Channay Lloyd,

the farm manager and owner. The foal is due any day now, she said Tuesday. Those working at the farm are big fans of the Canucks, Lloyd said, adding the names for the foals are usually picked based on who’s playing well at the time. Sami was born on May 11. “We had to wait a little while, we couldn’t quite come up with a name for her because everybody was playing so well,” said Lloyd. “We waited until someone stood out a little bit.” Salo, a defenceman, scored twice in a 4-2 win in Game 4 in

the Western Conference finals. Alex-a, named after forward Alex Burrows, got her name after Burrows scored the series winner in Game 7 of the opening round of the playoffs against the Chicago Blackhawks. Vancouver opened the Stanley Cup finals with a 1-0 win over the Boston Bruins on Wednesday at Rogers Arena. Lloyd is predicting Vancouver will win its first-ever NHL championship in five games. Country Lane is a breeding farm that also offers riding lessons.

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Global flyers depart from ’Bay

English couple reassembles plane at East Ladner airport before continuing around-the-world odyssey BY

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A pair of worldwide travellers made a stop at Boundary Bay Airport last week. Patrick Elliott and his wife Linda Walker, who live just south of London, England, are flying a homebuilt two-seater around the world, visiting numerous locations along the way. “It’s really been an adventure,” says Elliott, who was reached in Calgary on Monday. Their trip began last September. They made their way from England to Australia, passing through Greece, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, India, Thailand and Indonesia. After finding out they wouldn’t be allowed to fly into Japan with their plane,

a Long-EZ designed by American aerospace engineer Burt Rutan, the pair put it on a container ship in Taiwan and had it sent to Deltaport where it arrived last Tuesday. Elliott, a retired British Airways pilot who has a sister living in Vancouver, reassembled the airplane at a friend’s hangar at Boundary Bay Airport. The travellers left Delta on Sunday. They plan to make stops around Canada and the U.S. (including a gathering of homemade airplanes in Oshkosh, Wisconsin) before heading home. Elliott says they expect to be back in England by September. He compared their travels to a holiday with a car. “We’re just [vacationing] with an airplane. [We’re] using it in the same way,

England’s Patrick Elliott and his wife Linda Walker, who are flying around the world, made a stop in Delta last week. going from place to place, stopping a few days, having

a look at the place and then moving on.”

Upcoming civic bargaining likely to have a new look

Delta has served notice to withdraw from Labour Relations Bureau BY

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It’s not clear what form bargaining will take when Delta begins contract talks later this year with its unionized employees. In April 2010, the municipality served 24 months notice to Metro Vancouver to withdraw from the Labour Relations Bureau, which provides contract bargaining to member municipalities as well as the district. The department was designed decades ago to provide a united front for municipalities when negotiating contracts with their civic workers. Noting Burnaby and Vancouver had also given notice while Richmond and Port Coquitlam are already out, and Surrey was never a member, Mayor Lois Jackson said at the time the LRB served a useful role in collective bargaining mat-

ters. However, problems surfaced in the last round of bargaining in 2007, she said. A recently released report by labour consultant Jim Dorsey, who was commissioned by the bureau, found the bargaining system broken. Dorsey recommended a new model be established, however, the communities that already withdrew can’t be forced back into the bureau. When Jackson announced Delta had served notice, CUPE Local 454 president Josh Turner said it was a positive move. “What’s happened over the years is the GVRD, now Metro Vancouver, has become an entity in its own, and frustrating to our side, and obviously to the employers, is the GVRD holds a veto vote. Delta and CUPE can come to an agreement and the GVRD has the final say on it,”

Turner said at looking for a new the time. way of doing Having autonnegotiations omy will enable directly with our Delta to deal employees that with specific does not involve local issues, said an external comTurner. mittee telling our In the last citizens what we round of talks can and can not between Delta do.” and its unionHarvie noted if George Harvie the Metro board ized employees, Delta CAO then CUPE decided to initiLocal 454 presiate another labour dent Darryl Robison said relations function, Delta Delta’s hands were being would be interested in taktied by the mandate of the ing part if it was more a regional district. consultative model. The union’s contract Jackson, who also chairs expires later this year and the Metro board of direcit’s not clear if Delta or the tors, was hesitant to critiLRB, or some revised form cize the bureau or say what of the bureau, will negotiate her municipality will do on Delta’s behalf. once the contract with its “Over the year’s it’s gotcivic employees expires at ten to where municipalities the end of this year. say we need our own con“It’s a little but up in trol,” CAO George Harvie the air at the moment and said last week. I’m not sure how it’s going “The direction we have to shake down,” Jackson from council is that we’re added.

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Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington has encouraged Forestry and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson to follow-through with a hinted move to reinstate funding for wildlife rehabilitation centres. According to a statement to the media last week, the government is now considering “options to provide funding” for wildlife rehabilitation. Huntington says the announcement represents a “welcome first step.” She hopes it will lead to the reversal of the Liberals’ controversial 2009 decision to withhold gaming grant funding. “Consider how far relatively little money will go,” urged Huntington in her letter to Thomson. B.C. non-profit groups, such as the East Ladnerbased Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society, care for thousands of injured and orphaned wild animals each year.

Huntington notes nonprofit community groups are crucial players in the province’s wildlife protection mandate, yet the elimination of gaming grants has forced groups to rely on charity to stay afloat. “Unfortunately, the generosity of many British Columbians has not been enough to make up for missing government support,” wrote Huntington, highlighting the role of OWL, which cares for 300 to 400 birds of prey and reaches up to 3,000 children with its education programs each year. “OWL is currently asking for any help that can be offered - anything from money and volunteers to Post-it Notes and Canadian Tire money. The immensely dedicated and under-appreciated individuals who run wildlife rehabilitation centres such as OWL play an invaluable role in the protection of province’s wildlife,” says Huntington.

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Victoria to limit size of farmhouses

Vicki Huntington says provincial process should begin by looking at regulations already in place in Delta BY

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Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington believes the government can make things easier for itself by simply taking a page out of Delta’s book. The Ministry of Agriculture this week announced it’s inviting comments on possible guidelines for home size and location on properties in the Agricultural Land Reserve. The call for comments follows the distribution of a ministry discussion paper to local governments and stakeholders and is part of the process to help develop standards that could be applied by local governments across the province, the ministry explained. Huntington said she’s pleased the government is finally dealing with the issue, but noted Delta’s bylaw would be a good starting point to craft regulations. “I had called on the minister to hurry up with their process as requested by Metro Vancouver ...

The Ministry of Agriculture is looking to develop guidelines to limit the size of homes in the Agricultural Land Reserve. it’s unfortunate we have to sort of start from the bottom again because Delta has guidelines that were approved by the ministry,” she said. Concerned about valuable agricultural land being gobbled up by those looking for cheap land to build mansions, Metro Vancouver had called on the Ministry of Agriculture to regulate the size of homes in the ALR. A Metro staff report conveyed concerns that mega homes are being built by those with no interest in

faming the land. Some homes are as big as 15,000 square feet and have tennis courts, swimming pools and illegal secondary suites. The subsequent draft discussion paper by the province suggests limits to the size, scale and siting of the farm’s home plate — the footprint for residential uses and the house itself. Metro concerns about the proliferation of mega homes on farmland were exacerbated over a year ago when Victoria announced it was going to implement

recommendations of a provincial review panel and eliminate split property tax assessments for farms. Previously, farms with homes saw the portion of the land with the housing taxed at a higher residential rate than the farmed areas, which had lower agricultural rates. Non-farmed areas on agricultural properties also had to pay the higher rate. The change meant local governments now have to tax entire farm properties at the lower agricultural rate if at least half of a property is

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devoted to farming, or if at least 25 per cent of the land generates a specified minimum farm income. Metro Vancouver at the time raised a number of concerns, including the loss of financial disincentives for restricting non-farm use of agricultural land. “This could lead to the expansion of farm home plates and increase the capitalization of residences on agricultural land,” stated a Metro staff report. Those impacts wouldn’t be felt in Delta, however, because council passed a

set of restrictions a few years ago after receiving the province’s blessing. The restrictions set floor limits on dwelling units, farm home plates, setbacks and additional living units. The rules include limiting the maximum area of a farm home plate containing one farmhouse to 3,600square-metres. A couple of farm mansion applications, though, managed to slip through before the bylaw was passed, and Delta was forced to approve them. In an interview earlier this year, Harold Steves, who chairs Metro Vancouver’s agriculture committee, also noted Delta’s bylaw would be a good template for the province to follow. The provincial survey is open to all British Columbians but the ministry notes respondents are advised to familiarize themselves with the discussion paper first. To read the discussion paper and participate in the survey, visit www.agf.gov.bc.ca. The survey will be open until July 14.

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the waterfront revitalization vision. More than 200 people attended an open house in April where several proposals, including allowing higher building heights, were discussed. While there was general support for revitalizing the area and bringing in more public amenities, some who attended raised concerns about proposed building height increases of up to four storeys on the south side of Chisholm Street, traffic volume and management, and the need to keep development at an appropriate scale for the village. Municipal staff has asked the committee review all the comments from the open house and provide

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MURPHY’S LAW When you’ve got friends like that, who needs enemies? I suspect John Cummins is thinking along those lines after several of his former federal colleagues voiced support for Liberal Premier Christy Clark immediately after Cummins was acclaimed leader of the B.C. Conservatives last weekend. Stockwell Day, Chuck Strahl and Jay Hill, longtime Conservative MPs from B.C. who, like Cummins, didn’t seek reelection in last month’s federal election, all endorsed the new premier, claiming they didn’t want to see a split in the right-wing vote that would allow the Adrian Dix-led New Democrats to seize power. Day went as far as to say he considers Cummins a friend, but contends the economy and jobs are at risk if the NDP sneaks up the middle. This vote-splitting concern is perhaps the biggest battle Cummins and his provincial Tories will face between now and when Clark decides B.C. voters should go to the polls. Only the most diehard of Liberal supporters would say they’re pleased by the government’s actions in recent times, leaving a big slice of the right-leaning electorate with a choice: Do they hold their nose and vote Liberal or do they go in another direction, namely to Cummins and the Conservatives? Is it right for the Liberals to get a free ride because voters fear the alternative more? Shouldn’t they be held to account for their actions? They’re legitimate queries and ones Conservative backers will no doubt be hammering home in the coming months. The flip side to that argument poses an equally valid question: You might not love the Liberals, but wouldn’t you prefer to see them, rather than the NDP, running the show in Victoria? This preys on the fear of many that a vote split on the right will lead to a left-wing government. The Conservatives can’t win; all they can do is play spoiler. It’s enough of a concern to Cummins’ former colleagues that they have taken steps to endorse the provincial Liberals rather than the party led by their longtime, and ideologically agreeable, friend. Rebuilding a party that hasn’t won a seat in the legislature since 1975 is a monumental task facing the former Delta-Richmond East MP, but even if he can convince voters his platform is solid and is worth backing, he must also persuade them a vote for the Conservatives is not also one for the NDP. When you can’t win over those who know you best, it makes convincing the remainder of the electorate a difficult proposition.

Changes see contentious tax grow on British Columbians MIKE SCHNEIDER

COMMUNITY COMMENT I’m not particularly fond of any of the HST ads that have been pouring out of my TV of late. However, I must admit they have given me cause, subliminally or otherwise, to investigate some of the details of the tax, especially in light of the recent announcement that if the HST is passed in the upcoming referendum the 12 per cent initial tax would be reduced to 10 per cent over a couple of years. Like many, I was turned off by the way the government introduced the tax. It seemed as though it was rushed through with little time for any sort of understanding of some of the more salient features. The broad argument from the Fight HST folks has been the HST is a “tax grab” for big business and the revenues from the tax will be retained by business and moved directly to their bottom line.

The Smart Tax Alliance, a group of 40 Industry associations representing over one million employees, has been holding public meetings throughout B.C. and it would seem the Fight HST front is running out of steam due to recent proposed changes to the tax. The alliance is telling us the HST will streamline costs for small business and allow larger businesses to create jobs in a recovering economy. Conservatively, it is saying the HST will create 24,000 jobs and the government will issue rebate cheques to children and seniors of up to $175 if the referendum is passed, and until the 10 per cent tax is introduced, down from the original 12 per cent. Believe it or not, it appears the government has listened to suggestions from the citizenry and has gone on to make changes that now seem palatable and understandable to an increasing number of people. Polling is showing pro-HST numbers have increased dramatically over the past several weeks and it looks like the anti-HST camp is losing some momentum. Failed recall campaigns and the government addressing public concern about the harmonized tax is show-

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ing the Liberals may not be the “bullies” many have called them. Try, if you can, to take a look at both sides now that changes have been proposed. If you would like to retain the seven per cent PST and five per cent GST, you can take a look at www.fighthst.com to see why we should. If you would like to see a harmonized tax of 10 per cent, you can take a look at www. hstjobs.ca. On Tuesday, there was a vote in the legislature on whether to adopt the new HST format prior to the referendum in June. The majority of MLAs, including Delta South independent MLA Vicki Huntington, voted in favour of the new HST format that is subject to approval in the referendum. After months of showing support for the Fight HST crowd and publicly lashing out at the government, it would seem as though our MLA has taken the time to review the implications of the proposed changes and is in clear non partisan support of them now. If you do not have time to review the issues around the HST and are not sure how to vote in the referendum, you could put your faith in a non-partisan legislative member that supports the HST.

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I also question who makes the decisions regarding the parks and how one can justify spending my (taxpayers) money to rip out a perfectly decent grassy area and replace it with lilac trees and load upon load of bark mulch? It now looks like no one cares at all. I like living in Delta and I do understand that keeping things updated costs money. All I want is for someone to be truly responsible for how they spend it and to promise to give it some thought beforehand. We are not an endless supply of money. Garrett McKee

Small business benefitting from introduction of HST

Editor: Our small business has hired 11 new employees since the HST was brought in. Our small company, and our industry, suffered much under the PST. We often paid PST on top of PST, making our products more expensive to the customer, and making growth more

difficult. The HST is simpler and more efficient. We are saving time and money and we are able to re-invest in our business and add new staff. When bidding on jobs, we no longer have to factor in the PST on materials and some sub-contracts, and that means lower costs for

our customers. The whole world is shifting to the value-added tax system. It would be a colossal mistake for B.C. to go back to the old PST. Lawrence Alder Controller IMFS International Marine Floatation Systems Inc.

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Sidekick grateful for community’s support

Editor: On behalf of the cast and crew of Sidekick Players’ production of The Foursome by Norm Foster, I would like to thank the many people who came out (even on hockey nights) to support this production last month. The audiences were great and very enthusiastic. Comments heard from patrons leaving the theatre were most supportive. As the final show of the sea-

son, the comments were well received and very gratifying. Thanks goes to those in the community who support us, including the Delta Optimist, the South Delta Leader, Delta Printers, Sunnyside Nurseries, Kathy van Vliet, AR Mower and Supply, the Business Improvement Association of Tsawwassen and Express Computers. As we close the door on our first full year as resi-

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Editor: Re: Stick to the facts on Southlands, letter to the editor, May 27 People love to count letters and petitions sent to Delta council believing it to be a meaningful exercise, particularly when it suits their needs. The “we are bigger so we are right” perspective works well for nightclub bounc-

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ers but not so well under representative democracy. We elect representatives to make decisions on our behalf during their term of office. When we no longer like their decisions, we have the democratic right to vote them out. That being said, the voicing of opinions is undoubtedly valuable. It is the reason public hearings exist and its power should never be underestimated. However, as council recently demonstrated in respect of the ill-advised ALR inclusion application, it is free, and perhaps obliged, to evaluate the substance and source of opinions received rather than, as some would like, to tabulate the volume of opinions received. In deciding to pursue alternatives to the ALR, council was persuaded

more so by those from our community who enunciated a desire to compromise and explore a vision for the community than those who wished to simplistically count speakers, letters, unscientific polls and petitions, over one-third of which were from individuals residing outside of Delta or were anonymously sent offering little or no justification for the opinion. While non-Delta residents are permitted to opine on Delta issues, recent occasions where they made decisions about Delta resulted in the attempted closure of our hospital, overhead power lines, the South Fraser Perimeter Road, the port expansion, the courthouse closure, the TFN development and the list goes on. Douglas Bolen

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Can’t sit idly by any longer after yet another car idles at school would be grandstanding. parking between the sign So I said, thinking globand the entrance. They’re ally, acting locally: “It’s my all within 20 feet of one neighbourhood, so it is my another. business.” He told me to On Tuesday afternoon as f.... off. I was walking to the groI did. But the whole time cery store, a bright, shiny as I’m walking new Audi the store was backI pointed to the driver to I’m thinking ing into that he was in a no about this guy. that spot. How is he It stopped parking zone and in going to relate and was this story to just sitting front of a hydrant. his kid as he in the spot He replied he wasn’t meets with idling. parked, he was him after I idling. I pointed to school? I was couldn’t wondering if stay quiet. I the no idling sign, to this man was should’ve, which he replied I thinking that but didn’t. I pointed to should mind my own maybe school staff put that the driver business. no idle sign up that he was as an educain a no tional tool for kids to learn parking zone and in front to respect the environment. of a hydrant. He replied Or was it simply to prohe wasn’t parked, he was tect children from harmful idling. I pointed to the no emissions. idling sign, to which he I was wondering how he replied I should mind my was going to tell his wife own business. over dinner, in front of his I almost replied the “environment” is everyone’s kids perhaps, about this annoying man that bothered business, but I thought that

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June 3, 2011 The Delta Optimist A11 Opinion

Strong economy is dependent on trade

Port Metro Vancouver begins consultation process as it looks to expand operations to meet growing demand ROBIN SILVESTER

GUEST EDITORIAL I’m pleased to be able to share some of Port Metro Vancouver’s sustainable growth plans and information about how residents and businesses can get involved. As Canada’s gateway for international trade, we serve as an economic generator for Metro Vancouver and all of Canada. Port businesses support more than 80,000 direct and indirect jobs in the Lower Mainland. One out of every 12 workers in the Lower Mainland is able to support their family because of port businesses. Families in B.C. and across the country have a steadily increasing demand for consumer goods that move through Port Metro Vancouver, including things like electronics, cars and

other household items that we all use every day. At the same time, international demand continues to rise for the exports for which Canada is renowned, and surprising quantities of these exports also travel in containers. Last year alone we exported 2.5 m tonnes of specialty grain in containers. It is our responsibility to support Canadian international and domestic trade, and to consider the views and needs of communities while we do it, and so we’re planning now to meet future growth in demand. Earlier this year, we announced the port’s Container Capacity Improvement Program, our long-term strategy to reliably support growing international trade in an efficient and sustainable manner. Our forecasts show container traffic through Port Metro Vancouver is expected to double in the next 10 to 15 years and nearly triple by 2030. We are going to make our Lower Mainland

consultation process, this month we are undertaking pre-consultation regarding the proposed Terminal 2 project. We are asking communities, stakeholders and the public how you want to be consulted and about what topics. Starting June 6, we encourage you to log FILE PHOTO on to www.portPort Metro Vancouver is looking at adding container capacity at Roberts Bank. metrovancouver. com/CCIP to will include a comprehencontainer terminals operate sive, multi-year consultation learn more and access our more efficiently, including program and a thorough and pre-consultation materilooking at improvements to als. Your input will help independent environmental road and rail infrastructure. us refine and finalize our assessment. As part of the In addition, we are consultation program going environmental assessment, also in the early stages of forward. We are also understakeholders will be able exploring the proposed taking a comprehensive to provide input directly Roberts Bank Terminal 2 First Nation consultation. project, a new container ter- to independent regulators, Following the success which will help to highlight minal in Delta. of the Deltaport Third community interests. The review of the proBerth Liaison Committee, As an early step in the posed Terminal 2 project

we have established a Port Community Liaison Committee as a forum to discuss port-related operations issues in Delta. This group will also provide input throughout all rounds of consultation regarding the proposed Terminal 2 project. We believe that by working directly with communities, we will achieve better outcomes for everyone. We proudly work and live in the 16 municipalities in which we operate and we are grateful for the opportunity to address community interests and identify community benefits as we strengthen Canada’s Pacific gateway. To learn more about the Container Capacity Improvement Program, or to sign up for project updates, please contact us at container.improvement@ portmetrovancouver.com or www.portmetrovancouver. com/CCIP. Robin Silvester is president and CEO of Port Metro Vancouver.

HST will be reduced from 12% to 10%.

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After listening to British Columbians, the government has proposed

Under the proposed change to a 10% HST rate, the average B.C. family

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This proposed change will take effect if the province votes to keep

system. And to help transition to the lower rate, the government will

the HST in the referendum. If B.C. votes to return to the GST + PST

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system, the combined rate will remain at 12%.

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S/Sgt. Debbie McLeod and Special Olympian Stacey Kohler are both heading to Greece later this month for the Special Olympics World Summer Games. Kohler, a runner, is competing in three races while McLeod will represent B.C. in the international Law Enforcement Torch Run. She is leaving for Greece on June 6 to join about 90 other law enforcement officials from around the world for the international event. McLeod said the group has been divided into three teams and for three weeks — from June 10 to 25 — will run through various Greek communities, including many of the country’s islands. Her group will run from Cyprus to Rhode’s Island. The run culminates on June 25 when the entire group runs into

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• May 29, 1 a.m., 5500block of 16th Avenue: Complainant inadvertently left their keys on table, outside, beside their vehicle. It was stolen overnight. The police located it in Ladner just off Highway 17. • May 29, 6:09 p.m., 1200-block of 56th Street: Staff at the liquor store reported two incidents of theft. A man selected a bottle of Crown Royal valued at $49 and left the store without paying. A second man selected an unknown amount of liquor and left without paying. The thefts were discovered upon examination of the video surveillance system. Video images have been forwarded to police. Ladner • May 15, 2:50 a.m., 5100-block of Ladner Trunk Road: A taxi driver reported he was making change for his three passengers when one of them grabbed $100 from him. The suspects fled with the cash and without paying the $50 fare. • May 16, 9:52 p.m., 7800-block of Huston Road: A police officer was assaulted when he checked out two people sleeping on the beach. One, an intoxicated man, was arrested and held in cells until sober. The woman who was with him was transported to her home. • May 16. 8:30 p.m., 4800-block of 42B Avenue: Complainant’s vehicle, which was parked in their driveway, was broken into and a Garmin GPS was stolen. • May 17, 8:24 p.m., 64th Street and 46A Avenue: A man collecting donations

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for a single mother’s food bank aroused the suspicions of one of the persons he was soliciting donations from. The police investigated, and found the man to have an outstanding warrant from Vancouver. As part of an earlier release document he had a condition not to possess anything associated with any charity. He was arrested and held in police cells. • May 17, 8:28 p.m., 4600-block of Harvest Drive: A transit passenger was arrested for writing graffiti with a black felt marker on the seats, walls and windows of the bus he was riding. He was later released with a court date. • May 18, 5 a.m., 6400block of Ladner Trunk Road: An employee at the local service station reported her wallet was stolen from her backpack, which was stored behind the counter. The wallet contained several cards and $150 cash. • May 19, 11:12 a.m., 4500-block of 62nd Street: Witnesses called police to report a man trying to break into a home. Police located the man, who was under the influence of drugs and was covered in scrapes and lacerations. He was transported to cells and released on a promised to appear in court at a future date. • May 23, 7 p.m., 72nd Street and Churchill Street: The passenger side window of the victim’s vehicle was smashed and her purse was stolen from behind the seat. The purse contained cash, debit and credit cards, a cellphone, an iPod and a Lulu Lemon gift card. Total value of goods: $800. • May 24, 3:30 p.m., 7600-block of Macdonald Road: Staff at a local business reported the compound fence had been cut and thieves gained access to the company van. Several tools and a digital camera, valued at $1,200, were stolen.

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The following are some of the calls of interest the Delta police responded to in the South Delta area between Sunday, May 15 and Sunday, May 29: Tsawwassen • May 15, 8:15 p.m., 1500-block of 56th Street: Two women were rummaging through the donation bins, and when confronted, became argumentative and fled when the complainant called the police. Unknown if anything was stolen. • May 16, 4:46 p.m., 1400-block of 56th Street: An employee of a local fast-food restaurant left his GIANT Rincon mountain bike outside locked to a signpost. When he returned, the bike, valued at $630, was missing. • May 16, 10 p.m., 00-block of 49th Street: Overnight, a GPS system was stolen from the complainant’s unlocked vehicle. The thief also siphoned gas from the vehicle. • May 18, 3 p.m., 1800block of 56th Street: Vandals keyed the hood of the victim’s vehicle, causing approximately $500 damage. • May 22, 2:30 a.m., 5400-block of 7B Avenue: Complainant heard a loud banging in the middle of the night. When they opened their door to look for the cause of the racket, they found their brass lion’s head doorknocker, worth $50, missing. • May 22, 9:23 a.m., ferry causeway: A traveller on the ferry from Swartz Bay to Tsawwassen stored his black, rolling, softsided bag in the hold. Upon arriving at Tsawwassen, he went to retrieve his bag and couldn’t find it. The bag contained his passport, an iPod, a Cannon camera and an iPad, all valued at $1,800. The surveillance video has been turned over to police. • May 23, 11 a.m., 5100block of 1st Avenue: After

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Notice of Intention to Stop Up, Close and Cancel the Dedication of a Municipal Road, to Dispose of the Closed Road and to Provide Assistance (Pursuant to Sections 24, 26 and 40 of the Community Charter) TAKE NOTICE the Council of The Corporation of Delta has given first, second and third readings to a bylaw cited as “Delta Road Closure and Cancellation (SFPR – 72nd Street) Bylaw No. 6943, 2011”, and intends to finally consider and adopt this bylaw at a future regular Council meeting. The intent of this bylaw is to stop up, close to traffic and cancel the dedication as road of a 2.065 hectare portion of 72nd Street in Delta, British Columbia outlined in bold and marked “Parcel A” on the Plan that accompanies this Notice. Following final consideration and adoption of Delta Road Closure and Cancellation (SFPR – 72nd Street) Bylaw No. 6943, 2011, that portion of 72nd Street, identified as “Parcel A” on the Plan that accompanies this Notice will cease forever to be a public highway and title shall be vested in The Corporation of Delta. FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT, following final consideration and adoption of Delta Road Closure and Cancellation (SFPR – 72nd Street) Bylaw No. 6943, 2011, The Corporation of Delta intends to transfer all its interest in that portion of 72nd Street, identified as “Parcel A” on the Plan that accompanies this Notice to the BC Transportation Finance Authority. The compensation to be received is $1.00. This value is below market value and constitutes assistance pursuant to Section 24 of the Community Charter. However, the value reflects the fact that the land was acquired from a third party by BC Transportation Finance Authority at its sole expense and was to be reacquired by the Province of British Columbia.

Delta council must still sign off on a plan to turn this former care home into a student dorm.

Student dorm still in works for former care home site BY

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A proposal to convert a former Ladner care home into a dormitory for international students is inching closer to approval. At a recent community planning advisory committee meeting, support was given for a rezoning application by Golden Landmark International Education to use the former 29-bed care home, located at the corner of Ladner Trunk Road and 57th Street, as a student dorm. The applicant’s architect, Brian Hart, explained intended interior and exterior renovations to the committee. The building is being

designed to accommodate up to 50 students, but there would likely be 35 students and five resident adults in the building at all times, the committee was told. The students would be in Grade 5. Fencing is to be installed to provide security for the children. The plan is to have to building ready for the start of the school year in September. Committee members expressed concerns about safety due to the busy intersection and the play area adjacent to the intersection. Noting the district has a good home-stay program for international students, school board chair Dale Saip told the Optimist the

board is not involved in the application. “What they’re trying to do is provide an opportunity for foreign students to come over here and stay with their parents. It would be more of a dorm situation,” he said. “It would still be beneficial to our district if that was to be approved because there would be additional students coming here.” The application still requires Delta council approval. Six years ago, council shot down a proposed land swap by the school board that would have paved the way for the district building a dormitory by Holly Park that could have housed as many as 300 students.

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frequently. Like a semi-trailer load of hay a month or even more. I wish he did not have to come and visit us so often! In addition to the hay guy, we have the grain guy! He brings a semi full of oats every month or so. The horses REALLY like to see him arrive! Then we have the shavings guy. He brings fresh shavings to put in the horses’ stalls. Then we have the guy who takes away the shavings when they are……. not so fresh. We also might see the massage therapists, the chiropractors, the acupuncturists, the saddle fitters………. once in a while, the humans might get a massage therapist too! Others that come out to the farm include the tractor maintenance guy, the fuel delivery guy to fill the diesel tank, and of course the contractor Dave who comes and builds things and fixes things for us. Horses break a lot of stuff. Really a lot. We see Dave…… a lot. There is also the blanket guy. He takes away the dirty horses blankets and then drops them off clean. So… laundry service…. for the horses. I wish I had laundry service for ME. Finally, there is the carrot guy. He brings a big bag of carrots. He is even more popular than the grain delivery guy. I am sure if there was a chocolate delivery guy he would be popular too, but not with the horses. At least we do have a pop machine delivery guy. That’s something. Have we forgotten anyone? Oh yes, the kids! We have the kids that come to ride the lesson horses, the grown-ups that bring them, the grown-ups who come to ride with us, and the horse owners too! Sometimes they bring carrots. And sometimes they bring…… chocolate!

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It`s a horse farm… so lots of horses…. but what are all these PEOPLE doing here? When you visit a horse farm or riding school, there are always lots of horses around, of course, but there always seems to be lots of people as well! Who are all these people and what do they do at the farm? Using Crescent Stables as an example, let’s talk about some of the people you might see down on the farm. First, you might see me! I am the owner of the farm. Although I have a “day job” as a professor at Kwantlen, I also have some responsibilities down at Crescent! I make policy decisions, create charts, and to do lists, and deal with any questions that the staff might have. I also make decisions on health care and first aid for the horses, and give input on hiring of new staff. I also do the budgets and decide what improvements, repairs, or renovations are going to happen next. I meet with representatives from other companies that want to do business with Crescent, and sometimes with visitors that have just popped in to see us. My duties also include coaching and the supervision of coaches. I teach quite a few of my own students, and help to problem solve for the other coaches. I help to choose horses for lesson clients to use, and organize leases for riders wanting to ride a bit outside of lessons. I also take students riding on the beach… that is really a tough job! In addition, I give advice to parents about horse purchases …and how to get their child to keep their room as tidy as their tack locker! Another person you might see is Marion. Marion is me whenever I am not there! Marion runs the office, and manages the facility and organizes me as well (that is a BIG job). She also supervises the staff, interviews job applicants, deals with client requests, and orders supplies. Marion came to us 15 years ago when she bought a lesson package for her daughter from the Rotary Auction. Pretty soon Marion was riding too. Marion has worn many hats at the farm, including helping to train the young horses and coaching, but we long ago decided that her forte was management! She still gets to help out with teaching if we are stuck for a coach, and with her office window looking out on the ring, and a good eye for correct or not so correct training, Marion can keep me in the loop on how the horses are going even when I cannot be there to see for myself. On the farm you will of course see coaches and barn staff. These people are the heart of the operation, teaching children about horses, teaching the horses about children, and keeping everyone fed and hydrated! However, there are a lot of other people you might find on the farm that you would not think about…. For instance, you might see the farrier. This is the person who makes and puts on the horseshoes. Our farrier, Pete, comes every Wednesday. The horses get more shoes than I do. Another person is the vet. It is not good to see the vet truck at the farm. Sometimes though, the vet is just dropping off medication for the old horses, or doing vaccinations, or collecting blood samples for horses going across the border. Also frequently at the farm is Simon the hay guy. Too

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June 3, 2011 The Delta Optimist A17

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Secretary treasurer Joe Strain said there are a number of options available to the school board for the unexpected funding, including repleneshing the reserves.

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The Delta school district will benefit from unexpected additional funding recently announced by the provincial government. The Ministry of Education said it will provide an extra $15 per student, for a total of $8.1 million province-wide, with the immediate release of “holdback” funds, money retained by the ministry while districts confirm enrollments. The announcement came after the ministry was criticized for a policy change that requires districts to pay more for property insurance. The ministry said a portion of the holdback funds will cover those new premiums for the upcoming school year. Noting Delta will gain about $230,000, school district secretary treasurer Joe Strain said the new money hasn’t been budgeted as of yet. The board adopted an operating budget this spring that has a several reductions to help make up a $3.49 million shortfall, but those cuts were a scaled back version from what had originally been proposed. Strain said at the time it was decided to dip into its reserves more than planned

to balance the books. That money will enable the district to keep a full-time custodial staffer originally slated for layoff as well as one full-time teacher. The board also agreed not to cut the supply budget for schools, not to reduce alternate education staff and two educational assistants who support students with special needs. The district also won’t initiate a busing fee that had been planned. The board had planned to dip into reserves to the tune of $672,000 but will now dig deeper by taking out $1.2 million. The school district, however, still went ahead with some reductions, including nine full-time equivalent teachers. As to where the extra $230,000 could wind up, Strain said some of that could go back to help replenish those diminishing reserves. Those accounts are important because some form of contingency is needed when there’s such a large operating budget, Strain said. The district, though, will probably wait to see its numbers once the current fiscal year is done. “There’s a number of options open to the board, given that our budget has already gone in,” Strain added.

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A18 The Delta Optimist June 3, 2011 Business

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FortisBC employees took part in three projects province-wide on Community Giving Day, including working at the Earthwise Society’s farm and garden in Tsawwassen. B.C. In Trail, employees revitalized an after school pre-teen drop-in centre and in Ladysmith, employees helped restore a historical community hall. All three projects received a $30,000 corporate donation from FortisBC. The fourth annual Community Giving Day forms part of FortisBC’s overall corporate giving programs. The Community Giving Days offer employees the

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June 3, 2011 The Delta Optimist A19

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A20 The Delta Optimist June 3, 2011 In the Community

Air cadets put skills to test in Chilliwack

Squadron survives survival exercise

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June 3, 2011 The Delta Optimist A21 In the Community

Deserving youth recognized with Rotary awards Three service clubs come together to honour outstanding youngsters ognizes a project or activity that benefits the international community. Amanda Dow, a student from Delta Secondary, showed her empathy and compassion when she, along with the Alliance Church team, began fundraising to support the Dalit people of India. She helped raise $36,000, donating it to the Dalit Freedom Network. The Service Above Self category is presented to the young person or persons whose story best describes the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self.” The winners of this award were Jayleen Conybeer, Tyrus Drozda, Sean Glancy, Jeanette Ostrom, Navin Parmar and Cortnni Welch, all students from Cougar Canyon Elementary. They were recognized for their ongoing support, compassion and empathy they show towards the special needs students in their school. The Rotary clubs also looked back at those who had won awards in previous years and recognized a young person who had made a special effort to uphold the honour of their award by performing Service Above Self. The first Alumni Recognition was presented to Sarita Ponce from the class of 2009. Ponce, a student at Delview Secondary, had overcome serious health challenges and turned her difficulties into support for others. Since winning her award for Inner Strength, Ponce has gone on to be a key member of the Me to We Club at Delview and raised funds for disaster victims in Haiti and Pakistan as well as local organizations such as the Midnight Ministries Food Kitchen.

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Delta Rotary Youth Award nominees included (back row from left) Sean Glancy, Navin Parmar, Tyrus Drozda and Chelsea Santos and (front row from left) Jayleen Conybeer, Cortnni Welch, Brandon Cousins and Jeanette Ostrom. 06035896

Delta’s three Rotary clubs got together recently to recognize a number of deserving local youth at the third annual Delta Rotary Youth Awards banquet at the Delta Town & Country Inn in Ladner. In the Compassion and Empathy category, Isabella Harned, a recent graduate of Burnsview Secondary, was recognized for demonstrating a wide range of caring acts towards others. Harned plans to attend Concordia University in the fall to study anthropology and social justice and plans to broaden her focus on global issues. She was described as a young woman with clarity of purpose, an open heart and willing hands in the service of her fellow human beings. The Inner Strength category winner was Darren Lockard, a 16-year-old Ladner student attending the Changes Alternate Program attached to Burnsview Secondary in North Delta, who was honoured for achieving victory over adversity. Lockard had shown great resilience and determination when his mother, his sole caregiver, died of cancer two years ago. Although seeming to have lost everything and despite many challenges, he never quit on himself. In the Helping Hand category, Ashley Burwash, a 16-year-old student at Seaquam Secondary, was honoured. On March 30 Burwash was at the playing field and saw a man on the ground not breathing. Calling 9-1-1 and attending to the man until paramedics arrived, Burwash demonstrated a willingness to remain calm and help others in extreme circumstances. The Global category rec-

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The Delta Hospital Foundation announced this week that Kajsa Cuthbert, a Grade 12 student from Delta Secondary, is the recipient of the 2011 Robert T. Reynolds Memorial Scholarship. In a ceremony at the foundation office on Monday, Cuthbert was awarded the annual scholarship. Georgina Reynolds, wife of the late Robert T. Reynolds, also attended the presentation. One of Delta Hospital Centennial Society’s first chairman and a member of a pioneer family, Reynolds made outstanding contributions to the community and dedicated much of his time and energy towards obtaining a hospital for Delta. His “call to arms” in 1976 for the residents of Delta to join the society along with his dedication and perseverance in the face of many obstacles were major factors in Delta Hospital becoming a reality. Cuthbert’s dedication to Delta and the greater global community exemplifies Reynolds’ perseverance. Her dedication to local and international organizations has made her an ideal candidate for the scholarship. She is the elected grad council president and an

honourary executive board member for Delta Youth Support Line. Most recently, she’s worked with both the International Friendship Association and Invisible Children to help the lives of youth in Nicaragua and Uganda. Cuthbert has been invited to study at the Bader International Study Centre at Queen’s University in Sussex, England, a prestigious program dedicated to understanding international issues and diverse cultures. Although she has not decided on a discipline, Cuthbert’s initiative and drive will have a lasting legacy on Delta and perhaps the global community at large. “I’m moving out of my comfort zone to challenge myself,” Cuthbert said. “I want to find the knowledge to make a difference.” A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded annually in recognition of Reynolds’ exemplary service to his community. The scholarship is open to all Grade 12 students residing in Delta who intend to undertake postsecondary education. An applicant’s success is measured on their participation in extra-curricular activities, community volunteerism and academic achievement.

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June 3, 2011 The Delta Optimist A23

John Struthers

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The wisdom of elders The parish that I serve in has undertaken an “All Member Visitation” initiative. My wife Barbara and I have visited a significant number of the members of our parish. This time of visitation has been a great eye opener for me. I have discovered the brothers and sisters we have visited have “suddenly” become elders, notwithstanding that we have known each other for 30 years. These elders led us into a life in Christ and into the life of the parish. I have been reminded again that they and we have changed significantly. They have grown older and so have we. I have learned they are growing tired and they desire to pass the baton.

I wonder if that is true in our entire society. I wonder if there is a cadre of elders who are ready and willing to pass the baton, but only if you and I are found worthy of receiving it, because what they hold dear is too valuable to casually give away. Pundits say we live in times of great change, but perhaps not. Perhaps we need to rediscover relationships outside an electronic connection. Perhaps we need to visit and embrace each other face to face to learn again the wisdom of those who have gone before us. Perhaps we need to get face-toface with an elder.

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Deadline for Nominations is June 30, 2011 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD • Any age • Delta resident who has volunteered a great deal of time and effort to a Delta organization RISING STAR AWARD • Proven operational success and growth potential, involvement in new economic activities, innovation and community involvement • Owned & operated a Delta business for at least one year and under 5 years • Achieved a certain degree of financial stability through business performance BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD Any one of the following would qualify a company to be nominated: • Reached a significant new level? • Established new technology? • Broken into a new market? • Integrated “sustainability” into business strategies and operations

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EMPLOYEE EXTRAORDINAIRE AWARD • Is there anyone you know who gives their all in their workplace? • Someone who stands out, creating excellence wherever they are? • Do people recognize this person as someone who often goes beyond the “call of duty?” • The company where they work must be located in Delta, including any Business, Not for Profit, Association, Public Service SPECIAL EVENTS & TOURISM AWARD • An individual or business which is involved in attracting visitors to Delta • Is there a special event related to Sports, the Arts, Festival or something else that attracts visitors to Delta? OR Are you in the tourism industry providing excellent opportunities for our visitors to enjoy Delta? CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD • Someone who provided extraordinary service to the community of Delta • Someone who has conducted their life with integrity • A person who stands out amongst their peers

Submit your nomination online www.deltachamber.ca/delta_events/hats-off-gala or contact Administration 604 946 4232 06033897

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A26 The Delta Optimist June 3, 2011 In the Community

Civic officials tour KinVillage

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KinVillage welcomed Delta officials and councillors last month for a tour of the campus, which provided an opportunity to highlight the facilities, services and programs offered to local residents. Pictured left to right are: Coun. Anne Peterson, KinVillage board member Ian Taylor, KinVillage board chair Fern Hubbard, Delta engineering director Steven Lan, community planning and development director Thomas Leathem, parks, recreation and culture director Ken Kuntz, Coun. Heather King, KinVillage CEO Donna Ellis and Delta CAO George Harvie.

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June 3, 2011 The Delta Optimist A27 In the Community

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Students at South Park enjoy new playground

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The coming together of the community is what truly made the project a success, said Bailey.

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South Park students celebrated the opening of a new playground Monday in Tsawwassen.

ing three days a week and the older kids having playground time twice a week. The new playground took three years to realize, with parents and students tirelessly fundraising. Several Grade 2 students even gave up birthday gifts, asking for donations instead and raising $2,000. “This has been a really exciting project to be a part of,” said Maria Bailey, head of the parent advisory council’s playground committee, placing emphasis on the great community support that enabled the project to reach fruition. The school raised roughly $35,000, which was matched by a $35,000 grant from the Corporation of Delta. The Delta school district provided significant support in the form of monetary contributions as well as helping with planning and installation. Local playground supplier Habitat Systems was chosen to design the new playground.

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Sitting cross-legged, all 450 École South Park Elementary students gaze upon the newest addition to their school — a new playground. “We have so many choices of things to do, we are so lucky,” a group of students exclaims, standing in front of a red, cage-like climbing apparatus that resembles the Eiffel Tower. This piece of equipment is just one part of the new accessible playground. In its entirety, the playground is significantly larger than the old dilapidated one that was much too small for Tsawwassen’s biggest elementary school. “It was small, it was old and everyone was worried about it,” Delta Mayor Lois Jackson told the crowd gathered at the playground to celebrate the grand opening Monday. The old playground was so small students actually had to alternate play days, with the younger kids play-

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Lifetime award for author Tsawwassen author Marie Warder received a lifetime achievement award at a International BioIron Society conference last month in Vancouver. Warder wrote a nonfiction book, The Bronze Killer, about hemochromatosis, a genetic disorder that results in iron overload. She also founded the Canadian Hemochromatosis Society and the International Alliance of Hemochromatosis Societies. “I couldn’t believe it because I didn’t do it for awards,” Warder said. “I

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Salmon is on the menu

Tsaw. Shrine Club’s annual barbecue set for Sunday

f you’re in the mood for some barbecued salmon on Sunday, then Ladner Harbour Park is the place to be. The Tsawwassen Shrine Club will be holding its 42nd annual salmon barbecue from noon to 5:30 p.m. – or until the supply of salmon runs out. “We can feed up to 2,000 people,” says club treasurer Michael Cruise. He says last year’s barbecue went well and had good weather with around 1,700 people coming for a bite to eat. Cruise notes the club buys 2,200 pounds of salmon for the annual event. He attributes some of the event’s longevity to the fact the club tries to keep prices affordable. “We keep the prices down. It’s only $10. Where can you get salmon barbecue for $10? We try to make it a family affair,” he says, adding it costs $5 for kids 12 and under to enjoy the meal. The barbecue consists of a generous portion of salmon, coleslaw, French fries, a bun with butter, coffee or

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Approximately 1,700 people were fed at last year’s Tsawwassen Shrine Club salmon barbecue.

juice. Pop is available at an extra cost. Cruise says the event is also a way to say thanks to

the Delta community for supporting Shriner activities. Proceeds from the barbe-

cue support Delta Hospital and the Shriner Care Cruiser Program for kids. The program provides a

fleet of coaches to transport children to various hospitals in B.C. Each coach is modified

to comfortably transport physically challenged children and their family members. The overall annual cost of the program is more than $1.5 million but there is no cost to the patient or government. Locally the club committed $75,000 to a pediatrics room at Delta Hospital and has contributed over $275,000 to community projects over the last 41 years. The North American Shriners also support and maintain 22 hospitals for the benefit of physically challenged children. The nearest hospitals to the Lower Mainland are in Spokane and Portland. Tickets will be available at the entrance to Ladner Harbour Park on Sunday. If you’d like to buy advance tickets, call 604943-3548. The barbecue takes place rain or shine. The club provides takeout if it’s raining. Access to Ladner Harbour Park is via the 5100-block of River Road. For more information on the Shriners, visit www. shriners.bc.ca.

Local focus for Ladner artist’s new show BY

DAVE WILLIS

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Artist Kim Scott is sticking close to home for her latest exhibit. The show, Miniatures of Delta, runs from Saturday until the end of the month at her Country Lane Gallery in Ladner. An opening event is set for Monday from 3 to 8 p.m. With around 40 new paintings expected to be in the show, “pretty much 95 per cent of the images are specifically of Delta,” she says. The self-taught artist, a native of Whangarei, New Zealand, has been painting miniatures for about six or seven years and keeps the

pieces to two by six and three-quarter inches in size. “They were so popular I thought I’d do a little show on the miniatures.” Local dikes and the Bates farm will be among the scenery in the show along with paintings of animals like horses, ducks and blue herons. “I think it’s a nice representation of our area.” The artist, who looked into the history of miniatures, says they represent a style and technique of painting. Miniatures began out of a need for illustrating documents and manuscripts to help people who didn’t read to understand them, she explains. She adds the word minia-

ture originates from minium (the Latin word for red lead) and miniare (Latin for “to colour with red lead”), words that have nothing to do with size. “I thought it was very interesting.” Miniatures of Delta is on display at Country Lane Gallery, 4850-34B Ave., Ladner. Visit www.countrylanegallery.com for more information. PHOTO BY CHUNG CHOW

Kim Scott’s latest show, Miniatures of Delta, is running at her Country Lane Gallery in Ladner.

June 3, 2011 The Delta Optimist A31

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The scenic day trip of a lifetime Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope finale offer bucket-list worthy pilgrimage BY

SHANNON MELNYK Postmedia News

hen South Africans say it’s not the end of the world, they really mean it – that is, when it comes to the must-do sojourn along the Cape Peninsula. The stunning finale of the dramatic Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope makes for a bucket-list worthy pilgrimage, where many have ventured to stand on some of the highest coastal cliffs on the planet for the bragging rights of claiming they’ve seen the end of the world. Technically, the true most southern point of Africa is about a couple of hundred kilometres away, but why quibble; there’s a good reason why you’ll want to make this the scenic day trip of a lifetime. Departing from Cape Town in a rental car or guided tour is hassle-free and allows for customized stops, as there’s much to take in. Heading

south along the coast will eventually leave the city behind and approach the likes of the tony Camps Bay, engulfed by the 12 Apostles mountains and the hippest beachfront on the Atlantic Seaboard. The rolling stretch between Camps Bay and Hout Bay have beckoned the Beckhams, Madonna and Elton John, to name a few international celebrities that have villas here. The seaside drive continues to the bustling fishing harbour known as Mariner’s Wharf. African artisans selling their wares, calamari platters and a sprawling beach will command your attention on the ground, but a gaze up to the towering mountain cradling Hout Bay will reveal the quirky and haunting replica of a 12th-century Schloss Lichtenstein castle, erected by Cape Town businessman Reynier Fritz in the ‘80s. Driving gloves may be appropriate for the next leg of the trek; the spectacular

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After daytripping a stop at the Delaire Graff Estate may be in order for magnificent views and delightful wines.

Chapman’s Peak drive is Africa’s Amalfi coast, high above the Atlantic atop perilous craggy cliffs offering epic views at every bend. The dramatic and imposing jaw-dropathon that’s the muse of many high-octane, award-winning auto commercials makes it one of the most dramatic routes in the

world. Eventually you’ll ease into Noordhoek, a villagelike valley where black eagles soar over organic farms, wine estates, quaint B&Bs and horsefriendly Noordhoek Beach. A short distance away is the naval training base Simon’s Town and opportunities for bou-

tique shopping, Southern Right whale and Great White Shark excursions and historical tours.Pay your respects to Just Nuisance, an affectionate monument to an extra special Great Dane who looks out to the soldiers he once served during the Second World War. Not to be missed is a stop into Boulders, the colony of the equally amiable African penguins formerly known as Jackasses, due to their donkey-like whinnies. Not always as friendly however, are the Chacma baboons that will mark your passage into the territory of the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Armed with stellar senses of smell, these formidable goons will stalk you should you have even a stitch of sustenance: keep bags food-free and vehicle windows closed. Don’t let them distract you, though, from the remaining animal kingdom at play among the king protea and sugar bush fields. If you’re lucky, eland, bontebok and zebras

will pave the way to climactic ends when you reach the tip of the continent’s shores. Take the Flying Dutchman funicular up Cape Point over the rugged sandstone to find yourself overlooking the highest coastal cliffs in the world. Somewhere, in the distance past the eyes’ capacity for infinity, the icy Atlantic mingles with the warmer waters of the Indian Ocean. A meandering ascent up the steps leading to the old lighthouse delivers on the piece de la resistance of earthly wonders that feel ironically otherworldly. A final descending hike through wildflower-dotted fynbos to the Cape of Good Hope will render you eye level to the crashing euphoria that surrounds Africa’s extreme south. Clamouring to take it all in, there’s the fear it’s just too big for the small corners of your mind that will crave to remember this moment; it’s not the end of the world. But it might as well be.

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dren to read over the summer holidays in order to maintain and develop their reading skills. Studies show voluntary reading and read-aloud experiences are the top factors in establishing strong, successful reading habits. Teens who join the Teen Reading Club have the opportunity to win one of six prizes, including computers, digital camcorders and eBook readers. Participants may also choose to take part in the online Teen Reading Club (www.teensrc.ca), an interactive website that invites club members to write book reviews, engage in group discussions and win prizes. And not to be left out, adults are once again being offered their own reading club. This year, adults can “Read for Luck” during the Adult Summer Reading Club and receive a simple reading record to keep track of their summer reading experiences, the opportunity to win prizes and, best of all, fortune cookies stuffed with literacy quotations.

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How to find your six pack p.j. wren

Well on Your Way Here are six secrets to a six-pack: Wake Up to Water Imagine not drinking all day at work — no coffee, no water, no diet soda. At the end of an eighthour shift, you’d be pretty parched. Which is precisely why you should start rehydrating immediately after a full night’s sleep. Start your day with at least 16 ounces of water (and add a freshly squeezed lemon to help detoxify your liver while you’re at it). German scientists recently found that by doing this, it boosted the participant’s metabolism by 24 per cent for 90 minutes afterwards (a smaller amount of water had no effect). A boosted metabolism equals a better fat-burning you. What’s more, a previous study determined muscle cells grow faster when they’re well hydrated. A general rule of thumb: Guzzle at least three to four litres of water over the course of a day. Eat Breakfast Every Day Forgoing the first meal of the day actually tricks your brain into thinking you want higher calorie foods throughout the day. A recent study out of London had 20 non-obese participants skip breakfast before an MRI exam. Then during the MRI test, they looked at random photos of high- and lowcalorie foods. The high-calorie foods included pizza, cake and chocolate. The healthier options included vegetables, fish and salad. The brain’s reward centre lit up more vividly, or became more active, when the person saw a highcalorie food as opposed to a low-calorie choice. However, when the participants ate breakfast and had the same test repeated 90 minutes after eating breakfast, the brain’s reward centre did not show any significantly greater activity when shown the high-calorie photos. This proves that without a healthy breakfast in the morning our bodies crave higher fat and higher calorie foods all day.

So, within an hour of waking, have a meal or protein shake with at least 250 calories. Review Your Goals Don’t worry, I’m not going all Oprah on you, but it’s important you stay aware of your mission. University of Iowa scientists found people who frequently monitored their diet and exercise goals were more likely to achieve them than were goal setters who rarely reviewed their objectives. Pack Your Lunch Eating out at lunch everyday can have dire affects on your waistline. You have no control of the portion size, the ingredients or the amount of salt or fat in the meal. I recommend you pack: • An apple and one or two Babybell single serving cheeses (to eat as a morning snack) • A 400- to 600-calorie portion of leftovers (for your lunch) • A premixed protein shake or a glass of milk (for your afternoon snack) Exercise the Right Way Everyone has a six-pack, even if people can’t always see it because it’s hidden under a layer of fat. That means you don’t need to do endless crunches to find it. Instead, you should spend most of your gym time burning off the fat. The most effective strategy is performing a circuit workout, by either combining traditional strength training movements with high-intensity cardio, or working large muscle groups in the gym (think squats, lunges, push-ups, pull-ups) in succession, without any rest in between the exercises. Get Some ZZZs You need sleep to unveil your six-pack. That’s because lack of shut-eye may disrupt the hormones that control your ability to burn fat. For instance, University of Chicago scientists recently found that just three nights of poor sleep may cause your muscle cells to become resistant to the hormone insulin. Over time, this leads to fat storage around your belly. P.J. Wren is a local personal trainer and writer in the Delta area. She can be reached at www.fitnesswithpj.com.

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A34 The Delta Optimist June 3, 2011 Environment Week

Farms offer plenty of wildlife habitat

Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust creates habitat through grassland set-aside and winter cover crop programs BY

DAVID BRADBEER

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Environment Week is an opportunity to reflect on the ways we interact with the world around us. One hundred and fifty years ago, most of what is now Delta was grassland and bog, with shrubs and trees growing on higher ground. Today, Delta is much different, and the areas of grassland and shrub habitat are significantly less than what they once were. Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust has been working in our community for the past 18 years to help farmers establish wildlife habitat on their farms. Each year our programs provide funding for farmers to establish an average of 500 acres of grassland set-aside and 2,500 acres of winter cover crop (picture an area the size of 7,900 football fields). The habitat created through our programs mimics the ecosystems that were

A Savannah sparrow’s nest was found in one of the Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust’s set-asides, once so prevalent on the lower Fraser. Within grassland set-asides, Townsend’s vole (known to some as a field mouse) are prolific and provide an abundant food source for wintering raptors, like the arctic-nesting rough-legged hawk, northern harrier, barn owl

and short-eared owl. Wading birds such as the iconic great blue Heron and the cryptic American bittern also roost and feed in set-asides (yes, herons eat voles, too). Songbirds like the Savannah sparrow and common yellowthroat nest in set-asides during the

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important native pollinators are also nesting in abandoned vole burrows within set-asides. Through the winter cover crop program, we are encouraging farmers to relay crop clover into their grain crops. Once the grain is harvested, the clo-

ver provides a dense cover crop that fixes nitrogen and provides waterfowl with a winter food source In addition to grassland set-asides and winter cover crops, we’ve completed planting 400 metres of new hedgerows composed of native trees and shrubs. If you’re heading west along Highway 99, there is a sign marking one just before Highway 10. We’ve also installed eight barn owl nest boxes in barns around Delta, including one you can visit at the Earthwise Garden. Maintaining habitat for wildlife on such an intensively managed landscape as the lower Fraser River delta takes effort, but local farmers are increasing the capacity of the landscape to support biodiversity by enrolling in the trust’s programs. To learn more, visit our newly updated website, www.deltafarmland.ca. David Bradbeer is a program co-ordinator for the Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust.

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June 3, 2011 The Delta Optimist A35 Environment Week

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Getting involved is the first step towards preserving Canada’s environment. Celebrate Canadian Environment Week’s 40th anniversary by helping to sustain it. Here are 15 ideas and activities you can do that will make a difference. You can participate anywhere and at any time. 1. Save on air conditioning costs in the summer by opening your windows at night, and then keeping them closed during the day with the curtains drawn. 2. Have a trash-free barbecue and invite guests to bring dinnerware (utensils) or use a Frisbee as a plate. It’s good for the environment and good for your health (running after it) afterwards. 3. While it is tempting, try not to open the door of your oven when using it. It reduces the oven temperature, therefore wasting precious energy. 4. Instead of washing your car yourself, take it to a car wash. This saves more water than you think.

5. Turn your yard into a sanctuary for local wildlife by planting wild flowers, supplying water and setting up a bird feeder. 6. Use cedar chips instead of mothballs. Not only do they smell better, but they are better for the environment too. There are chemicals in mothballs that can harm animals, our environment and us if used incorrectly. 7. Turn your thermostat down by a couple of degrees. You may find that you do not even notice the difference. 8. Plant trees to shade your house. This will minimize your air conditioning costs in the summer. 9. Turn off the water while brushing your teeth. This will help save hundreds of litres of water annually. 10. Organize a clothing swap. Clear out unwanted clothing items from your closet and exchange them with friends and family in a special event or just for fun. This is a great way to renew

your wardrobe, while at the same time saving money. Remember, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure. 11. Help close the loop on recycling and prevent pollution by purchasing environmentally preferable products, such as products certified by the Canadian EcoLogo program and bearing its symbol. For further information on EcoLogo and its certified products and services, visit www. ecologo.org. 12. Wash your clothes using cold water. Many detergents clean just as well in cold water. 13. Ask your employer if you can do flexible work hours or telecommute. The more cars we keep off the road, the better. 14. Instead of wrapping your lunch in aluminum foil or saran wrap, use reusable containers. 15. Take public transit or carpool. Not only will you help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, it will save you money on fuel.

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Several classes from Cliff Drive Elementary braved a blustery afternoon to tackle cleaning up the shores of Tsawwassen Beach on May 2. Approximately 150 students, teachers and parent volunteers spent the afternoon collecting trash in support of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. By the end of the afternoon, 25 bags of trash were hauled to a central location. Some of the most unusual found items appeared to have washed off boats, including one 10-kilogram ball of rope, and many pieces of plastic coolers. The children were amazed at how much they were able to collect, and were pleased to have done a small part in helping the planet.

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Students from Port Guichon Elementary were joined by a few Delta police officers during a cleanup event at Centennial Beach last Wednesday. They were collecting trash as part of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup initiative. Port Guichon is making an effort to be more environmentally friendly. The school has a composting program and a “green team” of intermediate students that helps to track how well each division is doing in terms of turning out the lights at lunch time, composting and recycling.

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Intermediate Islanders prevail in showdown

Delta defeats Richmond in overtime for 7th win in 8 starts BY

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Delta Islanders Zach Pringle looks to escape from a pair of Richmond Roadrunners during Wednesday’s B.C. Intermediate “A” Lacrosse League game. Delta won 9-8 in overtime.

With all eyes on Rogers Arena Wednesday, two of the top teams of the B.C. Intermediate “A” Lacrosse League squared off and put on quite a show of their own. Eli McLaughlin’s goal in the early stages of overtime capped a late rally and gave the visiting Delta Islanders an entertaining 9-8 victory over the Richmond Roadrunners at Minoru Arena. Both teams entered the tilt with 6-1 records. “The boys were looking forward to this game for about a week,” said winning coach Kevin Moleschi. “We knew it was going to be tough and we answered the bell late and in overtime.” The fact it’s Delta and Richmond leading the pack in a league that features the top 17and-18-year-old players in the province is refreshing to say the least. For the most part, it’s been a struggle for the Islanders to contend since they entered the league over a decade ago. This is the second go around for the Roadrunners, who folded then re-emerged last season and finished with a 5-19 record. Delta did make some noise two years ago, placing second at the provincials behind the strength of scoring standouts Logan Schuss and Mitch Jones, but this current group arguably has the depth to win it all come August.

When Moleschi took over as head coach, he brought a core of players from North Delta he had been working with since firstyear Midget. The team also features some excellent talent from the south, including snipers Sam Clare and Ray Calderwood. Boosting the team’s chances even further is benefitting from the B.C. Junior “A” Lacrosse League midget draft. McLaughlin (Surrey) and Mike Henry (Kamloops) represent two of the Junior Islanders top picks in 2009 and 2010. McLaughlin has 40 points in just seven games, while Henry, who has been commuting back and forth from Kamloops, scored the tying goal Wednesday and has 19 points in just four games. “Those type of guys usually go to Coquitlam or New West if it wasn’t for the draft,” said Moleschi, who has Matt Hannah working along side him. “It’s hard to get those high quality players coming to (the smaller clubs) so it has been big for us. “This definitely is one of the best intermediate teams we have had in Delta. The offence is unbelievable with good motion all the time. Everybody can play and they all have the ability to step up when needed. They’re big and strong but also very quick.” The Islanders host Burnaby tonight at the Ladner Leisure Centre (8:30 p.m.) then travel to Victoria on Saturday to cap a busy week.

Sun Devils also Fraser Valley champs in junior ranks rolled to a 3-1 win over the Yale Lions. “We definitely saved our best soccer for last and came together at the right time,” said Trevor Rosencrans, who coached the

South Sun Devils junior girls soccer team celebrate winning the Fraser Valley championship

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team along with Mike Annandale. “There’s lots of player movement each year at this level and we make sure everyone gets to play. We don’t practice so it really took most

of the season for the girls to get comfortable with each other.” Making the feat even more impressive is eight junior age players are full-time members of the senior team. “We changed our formation midway through the season and that seemed to help our ability to create scoring chances,” added Rosencrans. “The girls also played excellent defence, giving up just the three goals (in seven playoff games).” Th Sun Devils’ run to the Delta playoff title including a 1-0 shootout win over Burnsview in the final. The team includes: Lauren Boggs, Laura Burns, Erin Cochrane, Katy ColeMcGilligan, Laura Findlay, Jessica Hasker, Christine Howlett, Nicole Howlett, Albane LeProvost, Sydney Lowe, Dani McCardell, Chase McDonald, Jasmine McLean, Vanessa Pearson, Courtney Selig, Lauren Shirley, Zoe Stainthorpe and Sydney Watt.

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An outstanding season for the girls soccer program at South Delta secondary school just keeps on getting better. On the heels of the senior team winning the Fraser Valley Championships, the junior squad duplicated the feat, marking the first time in program history both prestigous titles belong to the Tsawwassen school. The Sun Devils’ route to the junior championship was somewhat unexpected given they went undefeated in league play but only managed a third place finish thanks to three draws in their seven games. Yet, the girls stepped up big time in the playoffs, winning the Delta playdowns to earn the number two seed for the 16-team Valley tourney. South Delta opened with a 5-1 win over Kwantlen Park, then blasted Tamanawis 40 in the quarter-finals. After a hard-fought 1-0 win over Lord Tweedsmuir in their third consecutive home game, the Devils travelled out to Abbotsford for the final where they

A40 The Delta Optimist June 3, 2011

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Ladner Royals Greg Harvie is about to tag out a stranded Ladner Masters baserunner during action from the championship game on Sunday at the Ladner May Days Fastball Tournament at Memorial Park. After opening the seven-team tournament on Friday with a loss, the Royals capped an impressive comeback with a 3-1 win over the previously unbeaten Masters to take home the top prize. The Royals won three games on Sunday, behind the pitching of Brad Avery. advertorial

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“I’m not doing anything. It seems to swing itself.” Another golfer who had just bought a 460 cc driver (they can cost $400.00 to $500.00) wanted to get his money back. A husky golfer who swings at about 120 MPH actually cracked a ball with it. Another golfer hit five of his seven drives from even to ten yards past shots he hit with his own driver, a $449.00 club. A former PGA pro who played it in California said he had to club-down to a 3-wood on several par-4’s. A 21-time long-ball champion in the U. S. said of the 500 drivers he’s used over twenty years, this one hit farther with less effort than any of them. One golfer begged the company to let him take it with him for a week in California. A low-handicapper curved several shots around imaginary dog legs 220 yards out. The club’s huge sweet spot gave him more room to work the ball from toe to heel. I asked a Director of the company that developed the club, called the Controller® 460, for comments. He lit up. 70% harder than titanium “This is the driver of all time! Tell me how anything can beat this: A driver with a maxed out head and sweet spot, a coating derived from a metal used by the military to pierce enemy armor – steel and titanium are too weak to do that – a clubface twice as hard as steel, 70% harder than titanium, a 45 1/2 inch, 69-gram high-fiber, graphite shaft that cracks through the air like a bull whip. What’s left! Look at those shots! That guy over there will shoot scratch golf. “We’re giving golfers 30 days to play it. If their scores don’t drop big time, they can send it back and we’ll refund its price promptly.” Big drivers hit big shots. That’s why there’s a 460 cc limit. A 460 cc driver with a 70% kicker hits really big shots. The company lets you play the Controller® 460

Coating on face of new golf club is 70% harder than titanium. Added power, size of head, challenge distance restrictions.

for 30 days risk-free. It is not in stores. Order direct at 1-800-285-3900 (Ask for item # cdtim), or go to www.ngcgolf.com/gear, or send your name, address and a cheque (or cc number and exp. date) to NGC Golf (Dept. FD-302), P. O. Box 6000, Brampton, ON L6V 4N3 The graphite shaft model costs $119.00; the topof-the-line TurboTip® graphite shaft costs $139.00. The TurboTip® shaft has a big butt grip for firmer swing control and extra weight in its tip for more club head speed. The matching 3 and 5-woods are each $20.00 less. If you buy all three clubs, the company will include – free – its long-hitting $89.00 Controller® Atomic Driving Iron. It must be returned, if you return any of your purchase for a refund. Specify shaft model, right or left-handed, regular or stiff flex. S/h is only $18.95 for one or four clubs. Oh, yes. If you swing at 120 MPH, bring some extra balls. FD-5HC

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The Delta Heat 96s have proven they are a force to be reckoned with. Despite the uncooperative weather and playing their first year at the Bantam level, their season has been on fire. With a 26-7-1 record and a U.S. tournament win under its belt, the girls’ rep “A” fastpitch team entered the Canadian Pride and Power Softball Tournament in South Surrey with high hopes of at least making the quarterfinals. With only one other ’96 team in their pool, they still rolled to five straight wins, outscoring their opponents 60-19 in the process. The quarter-finals had the Heat up against the White Rock ’96 Renegades in what proved to be a nail biting back-andforth game. It was deadlocked at 6-6 at the end of regulation time and the international tiebreaker rule (starting an inning with a runner on second) came into play. Delta came through with three runs, then shutdown the

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An unbeaten run over five games (4-0-1) earned the Ladner Blue Hornets top honours at the recent Tsawwassen Pee Wee “C” Softball Tournament. The Hornets secured the gold medal with a 6-2 win over Richmond in the championship game. The team features Shannon Wilson, Ashley Ives, Josie Breuls, Zoe Mydansky, Jessie Minkus, Nora Gulick, Devon Davis, Alli Stevens, Jess Steinwand, Meagan Wilson, Yianni Diomis and Noa Wang. The girls are coached by Scott Wheatley and Dave Stevens.

Pebble Hill Traditional School’s Grade 5 girls 4x100 relay enjoyed an impressive run during the track and field season, culminating with a sixth place finish at last weekend’s B.C. Elementary Schools Track and Field Championships in Richmond. Earlier, the team of (left to right) Olivia Millington, Olivia Keady, Bailey Mitchell and Lily (Cui) Ziyue won the regional and district meets. Most importantly, the girls had plenty of fun along the way.

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Sutton Group - Seafair Realty 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC V4L 2B2 Tel: 604.943.3110 Fax: 604.943.6155 OPEN SAT. & SUN. 2-4 5756 GOLDENROD TSAWWASSEN $1,039,000

OPEN SAT. & SUN. 2-4 #313 6263 RIVER ROAD LADNER $599,000

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 1124 SHAMAN TSAWWASSEN $1,069,000

OPEN SAT. & SUN. 2-4 21-6105 RIVER ROAD LADNER $569,900

OPEN SATURDAY 2-4 5784 GREENLAND DRIVE TSAWWASSEN $599,000

UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS of Farmland out to Boundary Bay and as far as Mt. Baker and the Coast Mountains, from this 5100 sq. ft. executive home in Forest ByThe Bay.This stunningTudor home offers main ﬂoor living and 4 bedrooms and a games room up plus a full basement that can accommodate teens or extended families, and views from every level.

LUXURIOUS 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM suite PLUS a loft in the lovely Riverhouse Complex. Open concept plan starts with a family room, modern kitchen with giant bar, granite counters, s/s appliances leading to bright airy eating/dining area with vaulted ceilings, heated hardwood ﬂoors and private deck overlooking river and mountain views.

BEAUTIFULLY ARCHITECTURALLY designed contemporary rancher with full walk out basement situated on a 9300 sq. ft. ﬂat lot with stunning views of Boundary Bay, Coast Mts., and Mt. Baker. Fully renovated, it offers 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and 2 kitchens. Just move in!

RIVERWOODS - A private complex near marina and walking trails to Ladner. Just 5 years old, this rancher has wood ﬂoors, 9’ ceilings, maple kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances overlooking family room and out to garden patio. Gorgeous master with full ensuite, bonus double garage.

Live in the beautifulTerrace in this 3 bedroom split level with double car garage on a beautiful corner lot across from park green space.

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 862 TSAWWASSEN BEACH RD. WATERFRONT $1,499,000

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT 211 - 67TH STREET BOUNDARY BAY $624,000

This waterfront property is perfect for a holiday type lifestyle. Waterfront views from almost all areas of this architecturally designed home with large open grand room featuring 20 ft. ceilings and an amazing deck off the master.

1 block from the beach - beautifully kept 2 bedroom rancher with lots of updates and a gorgeous inground swimming pool and patio area facing west with lots of privacy.

Gorgeous ﬂoating home with every modern amenity. Stunning wood beams and commercial style kitchen. Party deck up top with beer on tap, and lots of entertaining space.

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT 1100 - 50B STREET TSAWWASSEN $649,000

Larger two level home on a beautiful large garden lot, over 10,000 sq. ft. home is being updated with new windows, plumbing, electric and more. A perfectly located good family home.

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Call us about our $1,000.00 pre@listing home improvement offer! New Price – Now $750,000!

#6 4787 57th St. Ladner, Village Green $414,900. QUIET 3 level 3 bed 3 bath townhome. VAULTED ceiling, HUGE kitchen, half bath on main, 2 balconies, easy access to highways. Garage + carport, must see! #304 6611 Eckersley Rd. Richmond, Modena $319,900. LIKE NEW, barely 1 year young, 1 bed suite. 9 ft ceilings, S/S kitchen, granite counters, laminate wood flooring. Walk to Richmond Centre! 1 parking stall. Bright unit!

SuAon Group - Seafair Realty 1625 56th Street, Delta B.C. V4L 2B2 604.943.3110

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441 KERRY DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN

#305 12769 72nd Ave. Surrey, The Savoy $179,900. TOP FLOOR, Vaulted Ceiling 1 bed + den. New laminate wood flooring, fresh paint. Across from Kwantlen, schools and parks near by. 1 parking stall + locker!

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Look at the price for this incredible river view condo in a desirable concrete building! This is a 1273 sf unit on two levels with 2 bedrooms, a bright den and 1 ½ baths. Each ﬂoor features a beautiful deck looking out to the scenic river front. Enjoy river adventures from your own private and secured 24’ moorage! Come to #205 – 4815 – 48th Avenue just west of the Ladner Village Centre and see for yourself or call for your private viewing.

Regency Realty Ltd. 1333-56th St., Delta

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Call Dean 604.946.1688

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 2-4PM

• Large landscaped 9,322 sq. ft. garden • Cozy 3 bedroom rancher • Double detached garage • Great family neighbourhood • Safe for kids and pets

• 2 bedroom / 2 bath condo • 32' x 12' boat slip • Overlooks garden and marina • Pets allowed • Steps to historical Ladner

4745 44A Ave. Ladner $539,900

#206 4743 River Rd. W. Ladner $419,900

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN 2-4PM • Shore walk 2 bedroom condo • Park like walkout setting • New appliances • Heart of Ladner • Quick possessions #207 4955 River Rd. Ladner $378,000

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What a rare opportunity! Westham Island Winery is being offered for sale! 32.63 Acres of assorted mature berries! Beautiful 3,800 sq. ft. home built in 1997+ beautiful winery store, large barns, fruit stand, etc! WHAT an OPPORTUNITY!

2170 Westham Island Road-Ladner

priced @ $3,880,000

BEAUTIFUL EXECUTIVE CONDO-TSAW e degre 360 our online lt vir tua Absolutely stunning 2 bedroom and den ground ﬂoor corner unit! 1,288 sq.ft with customized built in storage cupboard in entryway! Gorgeous walk-in closet onto master ensuite with customized doorways! Granite countertops in kitchen and master suite and crown mouldings throughout! Enjoy your very own private west facing patio! Great location, one minute walk to all of Tsawwassen's amenities! Do not miss this!!!

#108-1175 55th St., Tsawwassen

PRICED @ $449,900 INCOME PRODUCING STRIP MALL BEAUTIFUL LOFT-STYLE T/H

Real *#1 #1 in SouthEstate Agent inDelta 2010* Delta South TOP 1% OF ALL REALTORS IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009+2010 Top 5% of all Realtors in Greater Vancouver in 2006, 2007, 2008

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WONDERFUL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! NATIONAL TENANTS! GREAT UPSIDE POTENTIAL! 3.9 ACRES DOWNTOWN SARDIS/CHILLIWACK. Value Village, House 2 Home Furniture, End of the Roll Carpets! 6% CAP RATE!

Wow! What an excellent 2 bedroom loft style townhome in the heart of Ladner Village. Updated with laminate ﬂooring, paint, moulding, counters, etc. 1,180 sq. ft. vaulted ceilings, 3 balconies, etc! Walk to all stores in 1 minute!

priced @ $8,880,000

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45150 Luckakuck Way

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G N I D N E P R E F F O Show-stopper! This stunningly Renovated 2 Bedroom with Fabulous views is a must-see! New Everything! Brand new kitchen with granite counters, granite tile, etc! Etc! New walnut hardwood ﬂoors, crown, etc! PERFECT VIEWS! Low fees!

4971 11A Ave., Tsawwassen

#903-11920 80th Ave-North Delta

priced @ $669,900

priced @ $355,000

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2 BDRM, 3 BATH T/H WITH STUNNING VIEWS! Beautiful updated 2 bedroom 3 bathroom townhome in sought-after Faiway Views complex! Unobstructed views over the 6th green of the Beach Grove Golf Course. Peaceful setting with 2 private yards, one landscaped with fountain + pond, etc! Updates include hardwood, crown mouldings, new bathrooms, gas ﬁreplace, tile, etc! Stunning views! Walk to town centre or beach in minutes!

dipl.in Markerting Commercial and Residential Real Estate Birtish Columbia Ins. of Tech.

Build a new home up to 2,600 sq.ft. executive style home, in Ladner's latest Lynn Place! Walk to all amenities! Call for details. Lot size 5,000 sq.ft.

1182 Fairway Views Wynd, Tsawwassen

PRICED @ $449,900

RealIN Estate #1#1 Agent in South Delta SOUTH DELTA

# of of SALES SALESFOR IN 2010! Based on *Based on # 2010! *

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Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street

#15-4925 Elliiott Street-Ladner

Beautiful, updated 3 bedroom back-split type home on quiet street. Walking distance to all amenities. Updated with newer maple cabinets, renovated 3 pce bathroom w/slate tile, new 2" wood blinds in LR, etc! Open plan, large family room with patio doors to very private yard! Double carport! 8,719 sq ft lot. Great home! Great location! Don't miss it!

7 yrs of Prestige RE/MAX Western Canada Awards

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Absolutely beautiful 2 bedroom townhome in sought-after “Pillars”. Open kitchen concept, maple kitchen with center island, gas ﬁreplace, etc! Private large patio, etc! etc! Private access to 2 “separate” parking spots. Large storage workshop at your garage level! Beautiful unit! Don’t miss it!

#14-1700 56th Street-Tsawwassen

priced @ $368,800

ALMOST SOLD OUT! QUICK!

Absolutely stunning 4 bedroom, 2372 SF, 2 level home with a resort-like rear yard many updates include new ﬂoors, new bathrooms, roof, windows, 2 car carport, etc. Stunning rear yard with large inground swimming pool, hot tub, professional landscaping large sunny sundeck, 100% privacy, etc. 1 bedroom basement suite downstairs. Do not miss this stunning home in great Sunshine Hills location. Across the street from a huge nature reserve. With biking & hiking trails and 2 minute walk to golf course.

10963 64th Ave., North Delta

priced @ $658,800 DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY! CALL TODAY!

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Development opportunity! 23,087 sq.ft lot (over half-acre) on beautiful street in central West Ladner! Subdivide into 2 large 11,543 sq.ft lots? Or what about 3 large 7,695 sq.ft coachhome sites? This has huge opportunity! Attention all builders and developers! Don't miss this! Priced for quick sale!

4766-55B Street-Ladner

4969 Linden Drive-Ladner

priced @ $529,900

WOW! BEAUTIFUL 2.88 ACRE ESTATE!

priced @ $1,100,000 GREAT UPDATED 2-LEVEL, WALK TO SCHOOLS!

e degr e 360 our online lt vir tua Wow! Rare! 2.83 acre estate backing onto nature! What a beautiful property! Sprawling 2,500 sq ft rancher set back off private driveway! Excellent, level, landscaped & manicured grounds with mature blueberries and lots of pastrue for your hobby farm desires! Picturesque barn, loads of parking space and access to nature at your ﬁngertips! Easy access to all major highways too!

Excellent updated 2-level home in very sought after location! Extension at rear for large master bedroom with walk-in closet and bathroom. Large balcony with sunken hot tub and patio doors from master bedroom. Updates include: new exposed aggregate driveway with RV parking, roof 5 yrs, HW tank, double-paned windows, open-plan kitchen, etc. Single garage covered parking at rear! West-facing sundrenched yard. Very quiet street. Walk to Ladner Elementary and Ladner Village!

10429 64th Ave, Ladner

4323 49th St, Ladner

priced @ $1,395,000

priced @ $619,900

WOW! BRIGHT CONDO

BEAUTIFUL 2-LEVEL HOME

Wow! Excellent, bright 1 bedroom condo (764 sq ft) in Ladner’s sought after Ladner Pointe! Totally rainscreened & new windows, new roof, decks, interior hallways, gardens, etc! etc! Like brand new! Very spacious unit, quiet location overlooking garden! Walk to Safeway & London Drugs in 1/2 a minute! Do not miss this great condo! Location! Location! Location!

Beautiful 4 or 5 bedroom 2-Level home in desirable Port Guichon School catchment! Many many upgrades including new bathrooms, appliances, washer/dryer, all double glazed windows, etc etc! Park-like private south-facing rear yard, large covered balcony, this is a great family home! Don't miss it! Easily suitable!

priced @ $245,000

priced @ $575,000

#B301-4821 53rd St-Ladner

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* Fraser CURRENTLY *Fraser CURRENTLY RANKS at #5 out of all RANKS at #4 out of realtors in GREATER all realtors in GREATER VANCOUVER for total VANCOUVER for total sales in 2011. (Over sales in 2011. (Over 6,500 realtors total) 6,500 realtors ranking total) That is actually That is actually ranking in the TOP 0.3% of in the TOP 0.3% of ALL ALL realtors in Greater realtors in Greater Vancouver!!!

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WOW! THIS IS IT! A LUXURY EXECUTIVE ESTATE IN THE HEART OF LADNER! 6,160 sq.ft HOME less than 1 year old! Built with total style and quality finishings! Situated on a park-like 20,000 sq.ft (half-acre) lot in perfect location! Contemporary styled home, high 25 foot ceilings, euroline windows and doors, Kentwood Wide-Plank hardwood floors, high-end bathrooms, etc etc etc! You can't explain this house with words! It is stunning and a one-of-a-kind estate! Large, professionally landscaped front and rear yards, paving stone driveway, detached 900 sq.ft shop at rear of home (finished to same quality as the house!) Please look at 360 virtual tour online to get a feel for this stunning executive home! You will not find anything like it in Ladner! Don't miss it! What an opportunity! Walk to absolutely everything in minutes! Nature trails, golfing, fishing, boating, Historic Ladner Village, its all here at your fingertips! Don't miss this one!

PRICED @ $2,088,888

5382 Crescent Drive-Ladner

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Wow! This is a stunner! Absolutely adorable rancher. Extensively updated 1528 sq ft. 3 bedroom + large games room on very desirable cul-de-sac in one of Ladner's greatest subdivisions, "Victory South"! New roof, landscaping, exterior & interior paint, window trim, 5 mm rustic oak laminate ﬂoor, crown moulding, baseboards, new quartz counters in kitchen, updated cabinets, undermount sink, 2 gas ﬁreplaces, new blinds & curtains. This house is move-in ready! Needs nothing! Excellent family home, great neighbours, great location. Don't miss this! Walk to nature trails, golf course or historic Ladner Village! Check out 360 virtual tour online! Will not last!

PRICED @ $619,900

5354 Aspen Way, Ladner

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*#1 Real Estate #1 inAgent SouthinDelta South Delta

Absolutely beautiful 4 bedroom + den executive home in desirable location. Walking distance to historic Ladner Village! Some features include granite, hardwood, tile, new ensuite bathroom, beautifully landscaped yard with new covered deck area & beachcomber 9 person hot tub! This is a gorgeous home in a great location! Don't miss it! Walk to Ladner Market, nature trails, golf course in minutes! Will not last.

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PRICED @ $839,900

5056 Westminster Av-Ladner

TOP 1% OF ALL REALTORS IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009+2010

EXCELLENT EXECUTIVE HOME!

Top 5% of all Realtors in Greater Vancouver in 2006, 2007, 2008

SOLD just sold this week by fraser

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Medallion Club Member

G N I D N E P R E F OF

Absolutely magnificent 2,769 sq ft home with wrap around porch! Professionally landscaped front yard with tiered patios, hot tub, flower gardens at rear. 6405 sq ft lot. Beautifully finished throughout with open floor plan. Large walk in pantry and laundry on main floor. 4 bedrooms up with 3 piece ensuite baths! Jacuzzi bath tub in master bedroom. Do not miss this gorgeous home.

Waterfront! Waterfront! Absolutely stunning 2,713 sq ft 2 year old executive home with beautiful style located on large, level lot on gated Tsawwassen Beach Road. Finishings include maple hardwood, gourmet kitchen, high-end appliances, open ﬂoor plan, etc! What a beautiful lifestyle! Watch the sunset every night from your private patio or deck.

5433 Spetifore Cr., Tsaw

916 Tsawwassen Beach Rd, Tsaw

priced @ $865,000

priced @ $1,788,000

#1#1 RealIN Estate Agent in South Delta SOUTH DELTA

Based on # of of SALES SALESFOR IN 2010! *Based on # 2010! *

06035685

Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street

STUNNING WATERFRONT PROPERTY!

This representation is based in whole or in part on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Statistics *This representation is based in whole or in part on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Statistics

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priced @ $829,900

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One-of-a-kind Boundary Bay Beauty! 2,640 sq.ft., 4 bedroom, 2-storey home with a contemporary feel and views over farmland! Complete renovation in 1995 which includes new kitchen with merit cabinets, Viking gas range, Fisher/Paykal fridge, etc! Updated bathrooms, new torch-on and 20 gage standing seam steel roof. New windows and reﬁnished wood ﬂooring! Stunning resort-like yard backing beautiful greenspace with beautiful in-ground swimming pool! Walk to beach in less than 2 minutes! Live the "Bay" lifestyle!

167 65B St., Tsawwassen

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What a great home on a massive lot! 3,133 sq.ft home, 12,744 sq.ft lot! Beautiful, sprawling 4 bedroom plus den or 5 bedroom home with a 1 bedroom self-contained suite at rear of home. Main ﬂoor down, bedrooms up, large front living room/dining room with vaulted ceilings etc! Courtyard style front entry, with detached double garage at front of property! Estate-like feel! Easement access to rear yard from Grove Ave at rear! Development opportunity? or a perfect family home on park-like lot! Walking distance to Historic Ladner Village and nature trails. Don't miss this one! One-of-a-kind!

PRICED AT $749,900

5044 Linden Dr., Ladner

out 360 virtual tour @ www.pixilink.com/tours5/531-56th-j check WOW! What an opportunity! Own an updated FULL DUPLEX (both sides) (over 4,280 sq.ft), 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, etc! Could be potentially turned

into 4-Plex! Both homes have been extensively updated to include new windows, roof, deck, perimeter drainage, etc! Interior upgrades include kitchens, carpets, engineered ﬂoors, bathrooms, tile, etc! etc! Ready to move in! Many options! Live in your own 2,200 sq.ft half-duplex and rent out the other side and cover approximately $450,000 on a mortgage! Or rent the entire duplex out for $2,000 per side! What a great investment opportunity! Rare! Don't miss it!

PRICED @ $839,900 529 56 Street and 531 56 Street BRAND NEW HOME WALK TO BEACH! LIKE BRAND NEW HOME!

ask my free free ask about about my customer customer courtesy courtesy moving van! moving van! CURRENTLY **Fraser Fraser CURRENTLY RANKSatat#5 #4out outofofall RANKS realtors all realtorsininGREATER GREATER VANCOUVER fortotal total VANCOUVER for sales in 2011. 2011. (Over (Over 6,500 realtors 6,500 realtors total) That is actually ranking That is actually ranking the TOP 0.3% in in the TOP 0.3% of of ALL ALL realtors in Greater realtors in Greater Vancouver!!! Vancouver!!!

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e degre 360 our online lt vir tua Sensationally updated home with views! $350,000 spent on renovations! Wow! Words can't describe it! 3,810 sq.ft sprawling executive home with 4 bedrooms up + large bedroom suite down! Open plan, high end kitchen with granite, ﬁr custom cabinets, double sized fridge and freezer, dual fuel stove, etc! 5" handscraped hardwood ﬂooring, crown moulding + extensive trimwork, new energy star windows, doors, closet organizers, brand new bathrooms throughout with high end travertine 12 x 24 tiles! New slate stairs + walkway into house, new retaining wall out front, new covered deck! Cultured stone, new gutters, fascia board and downspout, etc! Huge 9,828 sq.ft lot with sunny west-facing rear yard! Views from upstairs of Boundary Bay! Do not miss this one-of-a-kind spectacular home! Check out the virtual tour online!

Wow! 4 Bedrooms + Office with a neat beach feel! Wainscotting, mouldings, vaulted ceilings, beach colours, this home has real style! High-end finishings including wide-plank hardwood, trendy tile and heated kitchen and stainless steel appliances, granite + quartz counters, etc! etc! Front porch + large rear wood deck off family room, stamped concrete driveway + professionally landscaped yard! Rare to find new home with walk to Beach Grove Elementary in seconds + walk to the beach in 2 minutes! Don't miss this!

771 Underhill Drive, Tsaw.

1730 Farrell Cres., Tsaw.

priced @ $998,800

priced @ $1,098,000

Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street

stats 27th, 2011 statstaken takenasasofofMarch MAY 29th, 2011

AND 6 other accepted offers this week!

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sales 44 since January 24th2011. 2011. sales since January 24th, 71 Rrm every1.40 1.76days! days. That sale every Thatisis1a sale

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#1 Agent in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board* #2 Agent in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board* #3 Agent twice, in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board* #1 Agent in South Delta for 11 years* MLS® Presidents Club for 10 years* The Presidents Club represents the top 1% of Realtors® in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board. *Based on career achievements as per Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Statistics for homes sold (unit sales)

OPEN SUN. 1:30-2:30 PM

Remarkable – this home has been beautifully updated & renovated from the top to the bottom and from the inside to the outside; roof, windows, siding, doors. Everything done to the highest of standards. Comfortable – from the moment you enter you feel right at home. Everything is bright & warm & inviting. Gleaming refinished oak floors in the living room, dining room and throughout the bedrooms. New kitchen with gorgeous cabinets, new appliances, island and nook area. Spacious downstairs with a large family room and 2 very good size bedrooms. Total of 2,795 square feet. 3 full baths, 5 bedrooms. Desirable – one of Tsawwassen’s finest neighborhoods. Large lot with absolutely stunning landscaping. Fantasticl views to Boundary Bay and Mountains. Call today FOR VIRTUAL TOUR GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899. OPEN SUNDAY 1:30 - 2:30 PM.

$849,000

1131 Walalee Dr., Tsawwassen

WEST LADNER RANCHER 1500 SQ. FT. CONDO Best location... close to everything! 2,575 square foot, 3 bedroom rancher with a loft and a sunroom. Mexican tile floors throughout the home. Entertainment size kitchen/family room with loads of maple cabinets. New roof, new furnace. Very bright with lots of skylights. This home is for the chosen few. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLAN GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899. OPEN SUN. 3:00 – 4:00.

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$769,000

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Feels like living in a rancher – windows on 3 sides of this well maintained 1,500 sq.ft. condo. Living room with gas fireplace, dining area, kitchen with loads of cabinets, eating area, 3 bedrooms & a den. Room for all your furniture and great for entertaining friends & family. Located in central Tsawwassen, just minutes to shops, library, bank, parks & more. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLAN GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604946-8899.

$429,000

5115 Cental Ave., Ladner

#208 - 1153 54A St., Tsawwassen

RANCHER WITH FLAIR

STUNNING HOME

OVER 350 SALES IN LAST FEW YEARS*

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$452,000

5038 207A Street, Langley

Perfect home for large blended family or inlaws or great revenue income. This builders own home boasts over 4,200 square feet with bright & beautiful open foyer leading up the staircase to formal living room, dining room, kitchen (and a wok kitchen), eating area, family room, den, 4 bedrooms & 3 baths. Below you will be able to entertain the whole family in this deluxe media room! Plus there are 4 more bedrooms, kitchen, eating area, living room & 2.5 baths. BONUS…. detached 800 sq.ft. office, workshop or studio. Entertainment sized covered deck, patio, extra parking and more. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899

$1,199,000

5226 Crescent Drive, Ladner

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Move right in to this stunning, near new townhome located in quiet, central location of West Ladner. Quality built by Penta Homes! Lovely open floor plan offering living room with gas fireplace, dining area and kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, island eating bar and loads of cabinets. Upstairs boasts a large master bedroom with walk in closet and a 5 piece ensuite. 2 more bedrooms and a laundry room. Walk to park, shops, restaurants, bus, schools and more! Nice private back yard / patio area for relaxing on those warm summer days! Desirable Central Park complex!. Call today FOR VIRTUAL TOUR GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899

$529,000

6146 48 A Ave., Ladner #7, 4910 Central Ave., Ladner SUTTON GROUP WEST COAST REALTY

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2,900 square foot, main floor living, bedrooms up on the East side of Ladner. Total of 4 bedrooms, den/office, family room & 4 full baths. Floor plan with flair! Country size 46 x 154’ lot with manicured, south exposed, park-like backyard and sprinkler system. You must get in to see this home.. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLAN GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899. OPEN SUNDAY 1:30 - 2:30 PM.

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604.946.8899 LINDA BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED…SUITE-ABLE GROWING COMMUNITY BOB

Fabulous 2 level home with 99 year lease on Tsawwassen First Nations land. This well cared for home is 2,030 square feet, 20 years old and includes a 1 bedroom suite down. Main floor with beautiful hardwood floors. Living room, dining room, kitchen with newer appliances, 2 bedrooms (master with 3 piece ensuite). Newer windows, newer hot water tank, etc. All located on a large lot just across the street from the park. Views to the Ferries and gulf Islands. First time offered!!! FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOOR PLANS GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA. CALL BOB OR LINDA 604-946-8899

Don't miss out on this terrific home. Very clean & very well maintained 2,200 sq.ft. home. Aluminum roof, brand new landscaping. Fresh paint inside. New carpeting & laminate. Spacious living, dining & kitchen upstairs with 3 bedrooms. downstairs could easily be used for a suite or just a great place for the family (new bathroom down, 2 bedrooms, large family room & large laundry area). Cul-de-sac location. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-9468899. OPEN SUNDAY 12 - 1 PM.

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$539,000

4542 Hawthorne Place, Ladner

$359,000

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If you buy a home through us, we will gift/rebate a 30% of the commission we earn on that purchase back to you. This could amount to thousands of dollars! You decide what to do with the cash. Pay down your mortgage, take a trip, contribute to an RRSP or RESP. Whatever you like! *CERTAIN CONDITIONS APPLY

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Bright & spacious 1 bdrm condo in Century House. Spacious living room, dining area, kitchen with newer fridge & stove. Spacious bedroom. Absolutely fabulous location…. walk to all amenities! Very well maintained complex. Secure underground parking. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOOR PLANS GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA. CALL BOB OR LINDA 604-946-8899. OPEN SUNDAY 12 - 1PM

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Beautifully updated rancher with a loft in desirable cul-de-sac neighborhood. Gleaming engineered brazilian cherry floors. Formal living room with gas fireplace, dining room, beautiful new kitchen with granite counters, gorgeous cabinets, tiles, new appliances and all the bells & whistles. Cozy eating area and family room overlooking beautifully landscaped west exposed back yard. Spacious master bedroom with brand new ensuite. 2nd bedroom and main bath. Upstairs loft area with sitting area, 3rd bedroom and bath. This is a beautiful home is ready and perfect for the empty nester or young family. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOOR PLAN GO TO WWW. DELTAREALTY.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899. OPEN SUNDAY 3-4 PM.

$679,000

4685 Kensington Pl., Ladner

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Best location - Kingswood Downes. Lovely, bright and spacious updated townhouse. Renovated kitchen and bathrooms, bright and spacious living room and dining room total of 3 bedrooms. Outside storage room. West exposed fenced backyard. Great family friendly complex with pool, sauna and hot tub. Close to schools, bus, Ironwood shopping centre and golf course. Lots of visitor parking. FOR VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLAN GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899.

$409,000

#32, 4756 62nd Street, Ladner #55, 11751 King Rd., Richmond SUTTON GROUP WEST COAST REALTY * Certain terms and conditions apply. Based on 7% - $100,000 and 2.5% on balance. *These Greater Va ncouver Real Estate Board statistics are based on combined listing and sales units. #1 Agent GVREB 1986. #2 Agent GVREB 1987. #3 Agent 1985 & 1988. #1 Agent in S.Delta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team). MLS® Presidents Club for 10 years 1984-1992 and 2007.

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Suzanne(Dan), Dana(Shawn):Devyn Skye, Keely, Aiden, Max. Krista(Rob): Avery. Twin sister Velma(Charles):Brad, Lisa, Scott. Brothers:Bobby(Maryanne), Howard(Ilma), Jack(Heather), Bill(Karen) and all of her beloved nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Betty’s memory to the charity of your choice. A family celebration will take place in Winnipeg at a later date. We will miss you Mom, Betty, Nana-banana. XO

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FRANCE, Malcolm Mitchell Born March 27, 1930 in Beauly, Scotland and passed away May 22, 2011 at Delta Hospital, Ladner, B.C. Predeceased by his father William France, mother Ethel Woodward, sister Anne, and brother Ned. Malcolm will be deeply missed by his wife Christeen, daughter Anne, son Chris (Paula), and daughter Fiona, nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A celebration of Malcolm’s life will be held Saturday June 11 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fisherman’s Hall, 4481 Savoy St., Ladner, B.C.

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Tyler and Kate are engaged to be wed on June 11, 2011 at Camp Chief Hector, Kananaskis, near Calgary, Alberta.

FEARNS, Vivian Elizabeth It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Vivian Fearns on April 6, 2011 in Langley, B.C. Vivian was predeceased by her husband William (1988), parents James and Ann Olstead, sister Vera Birnie, brothers P.O. George Olstead and Stanley Olstead. She is survived by their only child, Linda Ziemke and special son-inlaw, Peter of Puyallup, Washington. Vivian was born in Oberon, MB on May 10, 1917. She graduated from the University of Manitoba in 1937 and retired from the B.C. Telephone Co. in 1982. She began her telephone career in Ladner BC as a switchboard operator in 1950, then later became the chief operator for many years. When the phones changed to 'dial' she was then transferred to the commercial office in New Westminster. Vivian was a wonderful wife and mother and known for her delightful smile. She thoroughly enjoyed the many years that she vacationed with her family at Treasure Island, Florida. She is so loved and missed! A graveside memorial was held at Riverside Cemetery in Neepawa, Manitoba on May 3, 2011. 'We understand death for the first time when He puts his hand upon one whom we Love'. (Madame de Stael)

In Memoriam

In Loving Memory of our dear ones, Brother Tex and Father Eldon who left our lives on May 29th and June 3rd, 2005. Tender memories soften our grief, Fond recollection brings us relief. To ﬁnd comfort and peace in the thought, Of the joy that knowing our loved ones brought. For time and space can never divide, Or keep our loved ones from our side. When memory paints in colors true, The happy hours that we once knew. So loving - So loved The Birch Family

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June 9, 1920 – May 21, 2011. Sandy passed away peacefully at her home in Westminster House, Surrey, in the presence of her son Blake and his wife Rita. Sandy was pre-deceased by her loving husband of 66 years, Floyd, and is survived by her five children and their families, including twelve grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. . A multitalented, intelligent, strong, wise, and loving woman with a wonderful sense of humour, Sandy’s greatest joy was her family. Although small in stature, she was huge in spirit, and leaves behind shining footprints for her loved ones to follow. A special thank you from Cheryl, Wendy, Dave, Blake and Lynne goes to the Care Staff at Westminster House for the loving care they gave our mom during the three years she lived there. A small private memorial will be held on Sandy’s birthday, June 9th, to be followed by a full family Celebration of Life in the Okanagan at the end of August. The family asks anyone wishing to send donations in memory of Sandy, that they be sent to White Rock Peach Arch Hospital Foundation.

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Coming Events

Tsawwassen IODE Boundary Bay Chapter Fundraiser Fabric Sale! Wed. June 8, 10am - 2pm 4939 1st Ave. Upholstery and decorator fabrics at $5/metre & assortment of quality wholesale jewellery.

VISIT VAN TAN NUDIST CLUB Open House • North Van Sun •June 5th & Sat •July 9th, 10:00am to 4:00pm Other dates by appointment. Call • 604-980-2400 info@vantan.ca AANR-WC& AANR affiliation

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Lost & Found

FOUND A PIECE OF CYCLING ELECTRONICS. PLS CALL 604-943-4989 TO ID LOST LOVE BIRD, with pale green body & orange head. Last seen Weds aft. nr 5600 blk Ladner Trunk Rd. Please call 604-940-1438

Now hiring full-time Class 1 drivers with LTL experience to pick-up & deliver freight locally and Dock Persons with experience loading, cross-docking and unloading freight. Drivers have a Class 1 license with air brake endorsement, 1 year driving experience, the flexibility to drive various Class 1 equipment, a clean drivers abstract, a natural customer service focus, & are willing to work evening shifts if required. Dock Persons have warehouse LTL experience, safe work record, forklift experience, and the flexibility to work various shift start times. CF offers an attractive starting wage, superior benefits and pension plans, company-paid support for professional development and Employee & Family Assistance Program. APPLY ONLINE: www.canadianfreightways.com e-mail: hrwest@transforcecompany.com • Fax: 403-287-6003

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HOUSEKEEPER/NANNY Exp. L/Out Nanny and housecleaner for Christian family in Kerrisdale. Duties: house cleaning, laundry, some meal prep & child care of school age children. Approx. 32 hours/week. Good wage. Start June 20-27. References. Call 604-805-3531.

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General Employment

Pak Diamond Kitchen Cabinets is hiring one full-time permanent labourer for in the shop at # 108 7750 128 St., Surrey, BC. Salary $13.50/hr. Duties: Assist machine operators, clean work areas and perform other labouring activities. Language: Pakistani Punjabi an asset. Email resume to: pak_diamond_kitchen_ cabinets@hotmail.com

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Call 778-887-0024 JENSEN - Svend Erik Sept. 21, 1934 - May 24, 2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather. Erik was born in Them, Denmark and came to Canada in 1958. He will lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 49 years, Maria, son Rob (Myrna) and granddaughters Shawna and Krista, many other extended family members in Denmark and Holland, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. A celebration of Life will be held on Sunday June 12 from 2pm - 4pm with close friends and family at The Coast Tsawwassen Inn, 1665 - 56th St. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Hollinger, and the dedicated and caring staff at the Delta Hospital and the Irene Thomas Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Irene Thomas Hospice (4635 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C. V4K 4L8) would be appreciated.

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DELTA PLACE SENIOR NURSING HOME REQUIRES CARE ATTENDANT Full time, $15.75/hr, 40hr/wk, 8 hrs/day, must speak & write FLUENT english. 1 yr exp. 604-946-1156

ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR for Ladner church req’d f/t, Monday - Friday. Wide variety of duties, including assisting church ministries, office admin, all communication media, event management, policies/compliance, facility rental. Competitive salary and benefits. Applicants must have demonstrated experience or education in administration in non-profit or corporate. For job description, requirements and to apply, visit www.ladnerbaptist.ca.

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ANTIQUE SOLID oak dining room suite made by Victoriaville Furniture - over 100 years old. All carved and shaped pedestals and fronts. 52' round table with 3 leaves; 6 chairs; buffet with mirror and side table. Taking offers. Pictures available by email. Call 604-855-7033 or 604-807-8441.

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COMPLETE CARD making supplies with 75+ stamps, good cond in containers, $150. 17 antique porcelin dolls with boxes from Franklin Mint, must be seen $50-$75 ea. Rockwell plates $7.50 each. Call 604-940-0106

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Burial Plots

MAUSOLEUM AT Forest Lawn Cemetary. Prestigous aboveground crypt in garden setting. Permits two casket tandem entombments OR four urn cremation inurnments. Located in the west coast mausoleum area. Includes two opening and closing fees. $49,500. 604-272-7250

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10 YR old fem cat, named Furgirl, needs good home. Adoption fee, $10 includes food. 778-322-2583 CATS. Fixed - male and female rescued cats. Free to good, n/s indoor homes only. 604-513-9310

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Furniture

ETHAN ALLEN tv base, as new. 60x24x23. Like Cambridge Model #139760 $500obo. 604-948-0289 ROCKING CHAIR, sofa & chair, 2 easy chairs, dble bed & bedding, maple dining rm table & 4 chairs, 32’’ TV & stand 604-946-9394

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Cats ENGLISH Cocker Spaniel pup Great family pet. Outstanding pedigree, CKC reg, all health checks, shots, chipped. Call: (604) 971-2616

PIT BULL TERRIER SHOW & WEIGHT PULL Sun, June 5th @ Harmsworth Hall, 232nd St & #1 Hwy, Langley. All pittys welcome. Details 604-227-0469 SHIH-TZU POODLE X, small males, Ready to Go! Vet ✔, paper trained. $450. 778-397-1224

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SWISS X MOUNTAIN DOG PUPS, ready to go, vet checked, first shots $800. 604-795-7662

GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, pure bred. White or traditional. $675 - $950/each. 604-308-0047.

YORKIE PUPPIES, 1 male & 3 females. First shots, dewormed, $850-$950 Chwk 604- 792-6277

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REGISTERED 14.2 hand solid paint mare, in very good shape, worming shots all up to date, good feet, well built, good with kids & dogs. Very easy going & will be easy to train. DOB June 27/08. Asking $1300 obo. Linda 604-826-5117

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YORKIE puppie 11 weeks Male yorkie puppy, tail docked, first shots. $800 Call: (604) 807-1350

BALCK & DECKER model LM1800-04 electric lawnmower w/cord, runs grt. $100, chaise lounge $50. 604-943-8253 IKEA DESK storage combo $110. Warhammer game $100. Call 604-987-5557

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LAB X MOUNTAIN DOG PUPS, ready to go, vet checked, first shots, $500. 604-795-7662

BC REPTILE Club Show & Sale Sat June 11 • 10 am to 5 pm and Sun June 12 • 10 am to 4pm Abbotsford Exhibition Park 32470 Haida Drive, Cadet Building Abbotsford B.C Admission : Adults $4 , Kids $2 , Children under 5 Free ; Family Pass $10.00 (2 adults up to 3 kids) For more info visit us at www.bcreptileclub.com 1-604-392-5715

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Fully qualified Mom of 4yr old, central Ladner, nr 2 schls. Before/after schl & full day in my happy home, good rates, 1st Aid Cert must be ok with friendly pets Drop off & pickup. Refs. Niki 604-306-3554 horselover6@hotmail.com

ENGLISH BULLDOG Pups. Champion bloodlines, CKC, micro-chipped. Breeder/showing rights incl. $2,800. Email: schoolyardbullies@ymail.com MULTI SHIH-TZU Poo. adult & puppy, hand raised, non shedding, 604-820-9469

4060

Metaphysical

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5060

Legal Services

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REAL ESTATE GARAGE SALES

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5075

Mortgages

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6020

Legal/Public Notices

5505

Money to Loan

6008

Condos/ Townhouses

6008-01

Real Estate

1BDRM/1BTH #306,155 E 3rd St. Harbour and City view!!! Completely reno’d 1 bedroom condo with new slate tile floors in the kitchen & bath. Porcelain tiles in bath surround, pedestal sink. Living area floors done in swiss engineer hrdwd. New fixtures, counters and S.S. appliances. Locker and parking underground. Open House Sun. 2-4. $365,000 Call: Hollie de Boer @ (778) 241-3096 holliedeboer.com

6008-12

Langley/ Aldergrove

Langley; 70Ave/200St. 6 yrs, 3 BR & rec rm, 2 bath, ss appls, garage, hrdwd flrs, garden patio. $333,900. By owner 604-514-3907

6008-26

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6020-01

Real Estate

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6008-30

Surrey

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Vancouver East Side

SAT, JUN 4, 2-4. Seller Motivated, 2 BR, 2 ba, spac livg, dining. Pets/rentals okay. $329,000. Mala, Sutton 778-859-4458

Tsawwas.

SUN, JUN 5, 2:30-4:30. OCEAN VIEW! New 1 yr old, 4 BR, rec rm, $1.009m. 103 English Bluff. MALA, SUTTON 778-859-4458

6040

Okanagen/ Interior

EXCEPTIONAL LAKEVIEW Lots from $150,000. 1 panoramic 3 - acre parcel. Owner Financing, 250-558-7888 www.orlandoprojects.com

Cancer June 21-July 22: You’re in a quiet, lowenergy month, but your hopes remain high, and friends still call – those hopes and friends are going to swell over the 12 months ahead, until your popularity reaches a 13-year peak, and your hopes burst into dreams fulfilled! But for now, accept a few weeks of quietude and recuperation. Meditate, contemplate and plan. Be charitable, spiritual, fulfill your obligations and deal with government agencies. Chase money Sunday/Monday. (Buy technology Sunday.) Paperwork, travel and messaging arise Tuesday to Thursday. Home, garden, kids Thursday onward. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Wishes come true this week and next.You’re still dealing with pressures on career, status and ambition fronts. Here, favour towards you continues until Thursday, but impatience and a critical attitude continue until June 20. Be diplomatic and eager to please, because the 12 months ahead can boost your career and status in the world in a lucky way – you could rise to a peak you’ve never achieved before! This influence can also expand problems – so don’t create any with impatience, illwill or (especially) unethical or illegal speech/action now to June 20. All’s good! Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: The accent lies on career, ambitions, prestige relationships and your status in the community, world. Generally all is well here, and productive, especially Tuesday and Friday (work or schmooze late!) and June 16/17. But your mind continues to contemplate bigger horizons, religious ones, or foreign climes, or intellectual or love matters. These have turned lucky, and will expand luckily over the twelve months ahead. But short-term (until June 20) continue to avoid legal hassles, especially over sexual situations, debt and investments. You succeed midweek! Chase money Friday.

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Garage Sale

BOUNDARY BAY

Saturday, June 4th 9am - 2pm 199 - 66 Street Toys, small, medium & large trucks & cars. furniture too!

BOUNDARY BAY Cul de Sac Sale! Sat. June 4th, 8am - 12 noon Starting@ 557 Sechell Dr. Lots of misc. outdoor large shrubs & furn. golf items & clubs, girls 4-6 clothes & toys. All must go!

Ladner

GARAGE /MOVING SALE

Sunday, June 5th 10am-2pm 4738 - 54A St. Guys and girls stuff, toys, household items.

Huge Garage Sale! Sat. June 4, 8:30 - 2:00pm 6037 Crescent Dr. Antique items, household wares, books, purses & too much to list. Follow the signs

EAST LADNER MULTI FAMILY SALE GARDEN ESTATES COMPLEX Sat June 4th 7 am - noon 6320/6350/6380 48 A Ave Something for everyone!

LADNER MULTI FAMILY SALE! Sat June 4th.. 8am - 12 noon, 5241 Chamberlayne Ave. Over 75 dvds, houshold items, teen & ladies clothes & craft supplies & baby items Ladner GARAGE SALE/ FUND RAISER All proceeds to charity Sat June 4th 9am to noon 4983 Central Avenue books, baby stuff, garden things & miscellaneous household items Ladner NEIGHBORHOOD COMPLEX GARAGE SALE Saturday, June 4th 9am-1pm 5500 - 46A Avenue (Linden Court) Lots and lots of household items & miscellaneous!!

2080

Garage Sale

Ladner CLEAR OUT SALE Sat, June 4th 8:00am - noon 5044 Linden Dr Housewares, crafts, books, picture frames & lots of misc Rain or shine TSAW

Ladner MOVING SALE Sat June 4 8am to noon 6143 45th Avenue, Ladner (East) Quality items include: furniture, electronics, art, antiques and kitchen items.

EAST LADNER

Chilliwack

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6020-36

SUN, JUN 5, 12 - 2pm. NO HST. 3 lvls, 3 BR T/H, rentals/pet ok. #66-15155-62A Ave. $323,000. MALA, SUTTON 778-859-4458

6008-34

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6020-06

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: These weeks are easy but busy, filled with messages, paperwork, details and trips. Romance, pleasure, beauty and a winning streak visit Sunday to Tuesday morning – but don’t gamble with your income or possessions Monday p.m. Work and health concerns call Tuesday noon to early Thursday – plunge in early; your steady approach could trigger a lucky “wind at your back” influence, a bit of cosmic aid. Relationships start sweetly Thursday p.m., but they turn to confusion or misunderstanding this night, then right themselves (perhaps turning to love!) by Friday p.m. Plan accordingly. Taurus April 20-May 20: The emphasis lies on earnings, possessions, rote learning and sensuality. Your energy and charisma levels are good, your effectiveness high. And a cheerfulness about your monetary position in the world is stealing over you. In the 12 months ahead, you can make some excellent investment or financial decisions,can achieve physical gratification, and a partner’s income could improve, perhaps immensely! Your only “scourge” will be the tendency to put on weight (or to be arrogant due to your success). Be restful Sunday/Monday. Romance, pleasure arrive Tuesday p.m. to Thursday. Gemini May 21-June 20: Your energy, charisma and effectiveness are tops! Someone who is not free to dally might “befriend” you (quite recently, now or soon) – this could turn into a year-long affair, making you desire marriage. But it’s doomed to disappoint, so remain honest, reject triangles. You will also be befriended by someone “unromantically” – or by an agency. You will be welcomed and aided by governments this year ahead. Start important projects this week. Sunday/Monday bring travel, messaging. Land, home succeed Tuesday/Wednesday. Romance “up and down” Thursday-Saturday – chase it Friday p.m.

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Houses - Sale

A53

LADNER★ YARD SALE Sat June 4th ★ 9-12 ★ 4949 Linden Drive Mates bed, hockey equipment, books, and much much more!

ESTATE SALE Sat June 4th 9 am - noon Sunday 9 am - noon 4931 Stevens Drive Living and family room suites, bdrm suites, kitchen tbl, formal dining table w/hutch. book cases & more! Tsaww

June 4 - 9am to noon 5520 14B Avenue lots of kids stuff, some furniture, etc. Tsawwassen

GARAGE SALE

LADNER

Downsizing Sale! Sat. June 4th 7am - 12 noon. Unit 9 - 6320 48A Ave. Portable dw, gently used children’s gymborree clothes (boys & girls) sizes 3 - 6. Opalescent oak dining room table, & extender leaf, 6 chairs, glass & brass shelving unit, misc. pet supplies. red car bed frame, train table & 6 shelves, 2 train sets.

Sat, June 4th 11am - 4pm 4868 - 7A Ave Absolutely No Early Birds furniture, light, TV’s, stereo eq. lots of misc. a mixed bag! Tsawwassen

MUTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE

Saturday, June 4th 10am-3pm 1636 Farrell Cres. Furniture, household and toys etc. Tsawwassen

LADNER:

BIG DOWNSIZING SALE

Entire apartment of furniture and supplies must be sold! Fri. June 3rd.. 5pm - 7pm Sat. June 4th 10am - 2pm 105 - 4768 53rd St. buzz. 525 or call 604-946-1727 Five piece Palliser bedroom suite for queen or double (7 piece including double box spring and mattress), desk, microwave cart, TVs, VCRs, rattan 5 piece dining suite with cushions, sheets etc for winerack, dishes, lots of glassware, plants, & so much more.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: The emphasis lies on legalities, religion, far travel, culture (rituals) higher education, broadmindedness, compassion and love. Lingering “threads” (vines) of recent research, sexual (perhaps verboten) attractions, investments, ﬁnances and debt, deep health concerns, and lifestyle changes still creep around you. Neither cut these off nor deeply commit to them yet. There is a “partner” in there: but perhaps an illicit one. This whole zone has very recently turned lucky, and will expand or present you with providential opportunities over the twelve months ahead. Stay honest! Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: The accent lies on depths, mysteries, research, sexual desires, subconscious urges, health diagnosis, dream analysis and occultism, large ﬁnances and lifestyle changes. It’s an “all or nothing” time – you either commit, or break off. If hesitating about commitment to someone who’s been around awhile, remember that your true love decade has just begun. A bird in the hand might not be worth two in the bush. Partnerships of all kinds, business and love, meet huge luck in the 12 months ahead – that luck just began last Saturday. Study your future Tuesday p.m. to Thursday a.m. Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: The emphasis lies on relationships, opportunities and opposition, love and war. Everything’s above board – friends and enemies are open, honest. Relocation might occupy your thoughts – the best, most fortunate time in a quarter-century for this will occur from June 2012 to July 2013 – why rush it? Some “trailing tasks” are a hold-over from May: just complete them. Realize your work and duties will expand greatly over the 12 months ahead – with commensurate rewards. Sunday/Monday are sweet, gentle. Be ambitious midweek. Your hopes, popularity rise Thursday p.m. onward!

Saturday, June 4th 8am-12noon 4928 - 2nd Avenue Tools, household items, baby items- crib, chairs, toys. and much, much more.

GARAGE SALE

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June 5 - 11, 2011 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: This week and next pile work on your shoulders – and health, diet concerns. That’s OK, nothing you can’t handle; all will flow fairly smoothly. (Take care in both areas Monday and Thursday nights.) Your luck is starting to grow in romantic, creative, pleasurable, speculative and child-oriented zones – it will last until summer 2012. You might neither see nor sense this for a long while, then suddenly, an event occurs. Be open, ready – and innocent enough to believe! Sunday/Monday bring secrets and money decisions. Midweek’s gentle, wise. Be ambitious Thursday night onward! Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: The focus lies on romance, creative ventures, art, beauty, pleasure, vacation, risk and speculation, and child-oriented projects. But these are nothing compared to the huge year-long streak of the same that will arrive by mid-2012 – one that will fulfill a major life-wish! Prepare for that time by building a secure platform psychologically, emotionally and in concrete terms (e.g., buy a house).Your luck in real estate, domesticity, with children, security, retirement, gardening, Mother Nature – will reach a decade high from June 22, 2011 to mid-June , 2012. Don’t start early! Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: The emphasis lies on your home, security, children, nourishment, on Mother Nature, retirement, endings and beginnings. A minor new phase or project might begin in these areas midweek. Usually this phase (late May to late June) creates a restful, sluggish mood designed to give you a mid-year rejuvenation. But this time a lot of errands, trips, visits, calls and paperwork keep you busy. June 4 starts a year in which your career will involve a lot of running around and communicating. Romance disappoints Friday, flows smoothly Saturday. One met before Friday isn’t compatible. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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The Delta Optimist June 3, 2011

RENTALS 6508

6508

Apt/Condos

LIKE NEW - 2 br, 2 bath 3rd flr. in Oliva, Tsaw., wd, avail July 1, ns, np, $1600, 604-328-3373

Apt/Condos

1 BR ste, avail now in Ladner Village, $820 incl heat, h/w, ref’s, n/s n/p, nr ammens 604-940-9434 2 LEVEL condo overlooking Beachgrove Golf Course, 2 br, 2 full baths, 2100 sf in ‘The Classic’ Tsaw Town Centre, July 1, $1800, ns 604-943-4229 QUIET CLEAN 2 br avail. Tsaw. near ammens, park like setting, carpets, References required, $950. 778-316-3401 CENTRAL LADNER 2 BR 2 bath condo, balc, 4th flr, in quiet wellrun bldg, on transit, gas fp,hw incld, 6 appls, no parties, immed ns, Pet neg $1400. 604-946-1727

TSW 1000 sqft 2 bed 2 bath granite stainless 5 appliances secure parking June 1st 604-328-2047 $1600

DELTA WEST

4895-55B St, Ladner Bach & 1 BR Available. Spacious suites, balconies, rent incls heat & hot water, prkg available. Refs. N/P.

CALL 604 946-1094 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

LADNER, 1 & 2BR, now basic cable, heat h/w, prkg incld, ns, np nr shops/bus. 604-946-6846 LADNER 2 bdrm $910 incl., heat, h/w, prkg. Some pets ok. No dogs. No smoking. 604-940-8726

TSAW - 1 BR large 800sf, $720. 2 BR large, 1200 sf $840. nr amens, quiet mature tenants, h/w, heat & cable incl. u/g prkg, ns np n/BBQ 604-948-0543

Office/Retail Rent

Tsawwassen

● Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall has prime retail spaces available in various sizes. ● Windsor Woods – unit #5 – 1,057 sq. ft. ● Century Square Three Commercial/Office Spaces available

9125

Domestic

1994 CADILLAC STS leather, air conditioning, power, full loaded. Good condition $2700 or best offer. Call 604-853-4269

Tsawwassen, CASA DEL SOL Three, 1 BR’s avail July 1, from $775. Studio, Avail Now, $665. incls heat & H/W, carpets, drapes, 2 appl, 2 elevators, under ground parking avail. Please Call 604-943-8954 or 604-488-4733

6540

Houses - Rent

3 BDRM house in sought after Pebble Hill. Avail Jul 1. Lv msg with email address 604-616-4836 SMALL HOUSEBOAT suitable for quiet single person $750/mth Avail immed. 604-946-6780 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● ABBOTSFORD - 2087 Lonsdale Cr, HOUSE, 3bd w/ 2bd suite, quiet neigh., hot tub & pool.......$2,188/M CLOVERDALE - 18898 65th Ave, HOUSE, 3900 sqft, 5bd & 2 suites, quiet neigh, great location.$1,888/M Call Kristen today (604)786-4663

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Apt/Condos

●Ladner Harbourside Plaza. 655 sq ft retail/office space 4871 Delta Street For more information call Tina or Sandra at Century Group 604-943-2203 www.centurygroup.ca

6590

Rooms

TSAW, SENIOR couple seeks mature n/s prof tenant for nicely furn room, shrd kitchen/bath, own TV, internet, cable, $525 incl utils, available now, refs req’d, 604-943-3744

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM newer suite Ladner avail July, $750 incl h/w, heat & cable. N/s n/p. 604-788-2880 2 BDRM, Ladner, storage room. own laundry, $950 incl utils, Avail June 1, ns, np, 604-946-3128 3 BR upper level, Ladner, 4 appls, fp, hardwood, pet neg. avail now, $1250+1/2utils, 604-946-9554 3BDRM/1.5BTH 5251-9A Avenue Tsawwassen Nice Upper Level 3 BR Suite with newly renovated kitchen. 1 1/2 bathrooms. Hardwood floors in living and dining room. Large new deck. Great yard in nice neighbourhood - close to schools and shopping. Stacked washer/dryer. Small Pets OK $1,425 Monthly Call: (604) 787-5751

E. LADNER, 2 bdrm + den, fenced yard, nr bus, 5 appl, ns np, $1100, June 1st. 604-812-4599

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

TSAWWASSEN Tsawwassen Terrace

Are you looking for a 1 or 2 bedroom suite in a well maintained building? Bldg is located on 16th Ave and is close to the bus, shops and the beach. Heat, hot water and parking included in the rent. To view please call 604-943-7666

Kelly Court

1 bedroom suites available in small bldg located near shops, school, bus stop and rec centre. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes, heat and hot water. Bldg consists of new windows, sliding doors and a putting green. To view please call 604-782-4326

Kerry Court

1 bedroom suites available in a quiet well maintained bldg. Rent includes 2 appl., drapes, heat and hot water. Building improvements include a putting green, updated windows and patio doors. Located close to school, shopping centre and bus route. To make an appt. to view please call 604-943-1487

Greensview

2 bdrm suites available in a small quiet bldg. Rent includes drapes, carpets, 3 appliances and laundry facilities. Located on bus route and minutes from parks and beach area. For more info or to view, please call 604-943-0002.

Century Village and Tsawwassen Manor

Beautiful complex consisting of 6 bldgs. & water fountains. 1 & 2 bedroom suites, include drapes, wall to wall carpets, balconies, elevators, and wheel chair access. Tsaw. Manor includes heat. Close to beach, parks, recreation centre & school. To make an appt to view please call 604-948-9111

Shawnigan

1 bedroom suites available in clean and quiet bldg, only 1 block from shopping centre and located on bus route. Only minutes from parks and beach area. For more info or to view please call 604-943-0002

LADNER Del Rio

1 bedroom suite available in a quiet well maintained building.. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and h/w. To make an appt to view please call 604-946-4633

Lora Court

1 bedroom suite available in small quiet building. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes, heat, cable and parking. Near bus loop, recreation centre and shopping. To view or for more info please call 604-946-4633

Evergreen Lane

1 bedroom suite available in one of our 4 well maintained bldgs. Located near shops, school and bus routes. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets and drapes. To view this suite please call 604-946-2694

Georgia Court/Harbourside

Affordable 1 bedroom suites available in the heart of Ladner Village. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and hot water. Shops and bus stop nearby. To view or for more info please call 604-946-9268 Sorry No Pets or BBQs References Required www.centuryrentals.ca

LADNER NEW main flr 2 br suite, quiet deadend St. for clean, quiet tennant. $850 incl heat/cable. ns np Jane 604-946-9456

SOMETHING SPECIAL! 'European suite' now avail, 1 br, bath (shower), kitchen, dining area, 2 gas fp ( 1 in bedroom & 1 in livingroom) wd in-suite, dw, gas outlet for BBQ on patio, private entry, peace full setting, french doors open from dining room & bedroom to private patio overlooking rose garden. A must see property. Tastefully decorated in a 'rustic elegance' style of Provence & Tuscany. This is an official Delta Inspected & approved legal suite. $1000 unfurnished include utils heat, light, cable tv, hi-spd wireless net, no smoking no pets. 604-943-1458

6615

Wanted To Rent

Ladner/Tsawwassen. 4 adults to share 2 BR house/duplex. NS/ NP. $900 - $1200. 604-637-8009 dianna@fatburgercanada.com

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

SALMON ARM Trans Canada Hwy location, for lease 5180 sq ft building. 7 bays showroom & offices. Call 1.250.888.4701

apts/condos

ofﬁce/retail suites & partial houses

warehouses

townhouses

homestay

shared accommodation

To advertise in Rentals call 604-630-3300

9145

Scrap Car Removal

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673

9160

Sports & Imports

1997 CHEV Cavalier 119k kms, 4 dr, white, auto, new battery, 2 new tires. No accid’s. Excell cond. 1 owner. $3800 obo. 604-420-9456

9145

Scrap Car Removal

$160 Min. FOR COMPLETE FULL SIZE VEHICLES Serving the Delta area for 20 yrs. Call 604- 649-1627, 946-0943

THE SCRAPPER

1999 SAAB Htckbck, great cond, aircared, 178k km, new brakes, 9 tires. Price negot. 604-762-4237

SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL 2H

NO WHEELS, NO PROBLEM

9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

1990 TOYOTA 4-Runner, good running order, original owner, no acc, $2000 obo. 604-946-5146

Cash for junk cars! $100 to $1000 Ask about our $500 Credit!

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2004 BWM X5, 3.0L, auto, silver/ black interior, huge sunroof, 104,000miles. New trans/radiant, tires. $16,500. Call 604-669-6339 2008.5 NISSAN Titan Ext cab, unique 8 ft bed, loaded, Flex fuel. well maintained & serviced, some warranty remaining. $24,750 Firm 604-328-0070.

2006 MITSUBISHI Outlander LS AWD, Wood grain interior.2.4L, AWD, 5 yrs Pwr Train Warr. 1 Owner. $14,500 obo Ph: 604 929 5865 or 778 389 5866.

1998 Chevrolet Blazer LS 4x4 200,000k, auto, loaded, 778 908 5327 MISSION $3,000 NEED CHEAP AUTOBODY ? www.cheapautobody.ca 604-341-7738

2006 Mercedes C230 silver, sun rf, ex condit, no acc, under warranty. 43kms. $19,000. 604 929 3311

HOME SERVICES 8020

Blinds & Draperies

8075

Drywall

GJ CONSTRUCTION Complete drywall, textured ceilings, Steel stud & T-bar etc. Free Est. Graham 604-644-6339

8055

Cleaning We use environmentally friendly products

*Drywall * Taping * Texture * Stucco*Painting * Steel stud framing Quality Home 604-725-8925

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604-585-1755

EUROPEAN DETAILED Service cleaning. www.pumacleaning.ca Sophia 604-805-3376 LIDIA’S EUROPEAN Cleaning. Res/Com. Specializing in detail cleaning. Bonded. 604-541-9255

8058

Computer Services

Delta PC Service & Consulting

makes your computer work again! Best rates on the market. Guaranteed Virus Removal.

Call 778-882-4128

8060

Concrete

Advanced Concrete Enhancements Limited

Placing, finishing, Specializing in stamped concrete, overlays, acid staining, counter tops, faux rock, (Waterfall and ponds)

Dave: 604-940-1125 Cell:604-220-3145

ENZO General Masonry- Specializes brick, block, stone, all types of concrete work 594-1960

604

946-8460 or 202-8319

8080

Electrical

VANSON LECTRIC

Professional Electrical Services Panel Upgrades Surge Protection Renos – Hot Tubs Safety Checks Lic. #26765 • South Delta based

604-657-7957

www.evansonelectric.com YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

8087

Excavating

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

one mini, drainage, landscaping, stump / rock / cement / oil tank removal. Water / sewer line, 24 hours Call 341-4446 or 254-6865

8090

Fencing/Gates

S&S LANDSCAPING & FENCING

Factory Direct Cedar Fence Panel for Sale & Installation 8291 No.5 Rd Richmond Call 604-275-3158

Sports & Imports

2003 Nissan Sentra Manual 213,000 kms 2003 Nissan Sentra SER Spec V. Yellow, All power, standard 6spd, sun/moon roof, spoiler, cruise, am/fm cd sound system with sub. All ways maintained, in fantastic condition. $4,900 Call: (778) 772-6314

9172

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC

9160

1985 MERCEDES 380SL, 2 door, hard/soft, mint, collector plates, 140k, runs great $12,000 obo. Call 604-874-1658

*DELTA SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL

291 sq ft, 640 sq ft, 1658 sq ft.

Renting or buying, we’ve got what you’re looking for.

6508

6565

AUTOMOTIVE

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

Utility Trailers

1 INTERSTATE enclosed, like new. Offers. 1 open boxed work horse $150. Bob 604-943-5151

9522

RV’s/Trailers

2005 29FT JaycoTrailer. like new, winterized, Awning, strg, slide, ac, $16,000obo 604-997-9201

8160

Lawn & Garden

Hardwood Floor Refinishing Repairs & Staining Installation Free Estimates

Century Hardwood Floors 604-376-7224 www.centuryhardwood.com

HENRY’S

HARDWOOD FLOOR SERVICES Sanding & Refinishing Installation Quality Workmanship Free Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured

604-771-8885

8130

Handyperson

HANDYMAN SERVICES Electrical, Gutters, Fencing, Plumbing, Carpentry, Flooring Renovations, Sheds, Contracting & more Affordable, friendly, fast, reliable, local, guaranteed Senior Discounts Call Phil 604-307-6840

Landscaping & Gardening Hedging & Pruning Custom Decking & Fencing Flagstone & Paver Patios Painting Interior Renovations

604-948-5296 SUPER SOIL INC. TOTAL LANDSCAPE SUPPLY SERVICES Since 1979

SPRING SALE

Tim’s Home Repairs

Carpentry, Mouldings, Crown mouldings, Finishing, Laminate & H/W flrs, Sheds, Fences, Sidings, Kitchen, Bath rooms, Plumbing, Gov’t Cert Capenter, Drywall Repairs, WCB Insured. 604-940-4282, 778-882-7756

10,000 Annually 10.000Deliveries Deliveries Annually

BC’s BIGGEST B.C.’S BIGGESTAN ANDBEST BESTSUPPLIER SUPPLIEROFOFQUALITY QUALITY SOILS NATURAL COMPOSTSOILS NATURALORGANIC ORGANIC && COMPOST

Garden Soil Mix Lawn & Turf Blends Super Natural Topsoil Composted Black Bark Mulch 100% #1 100FirFirBark BarkMulch Mulch Miracle Mix Soil Top Dressing Blends Sand & Gravel, Rock Hydroseeding Contractor Small Orders Too Volume Discounts www.supersoilinc.ca www.supersoil.ca

NEED A HAND?

• REPAIRS • RENOVATIONS • WOODWORKING • PAINTING Call Pierre

604-649-0502 (cell)

HANDYMAN - framing, decks, tiles, hardwood, drywall. Total additions & basements. Ken 778-773-6251 or 604-455-0740 Lawn Maint. window & gutter cleaning, pressure washing, rubbish removal etc. 604-948-0267

8155

Landscaping

Greenworx Redevelopment Inc. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls, Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Jackhammering. Old Pools Filled in. 604 782-4322

FREE DELIVERY

888-8881

To view or pick up 5333 176 St., Surrey

WE'RE THE GOOD GUYS IN THE GREEN TRUCKS

PAUL WEATHERBY Property Maintenance • • • • • • •

Lawn Care & Maintenance Pruning and Hedging Full Yard Cleanups Gutter Cleaning Pressure Washing Rubbish Removal Fencing & Repairs

604 •240 •2194 604 •943 •2401

June 3, 2011 The Delta Optimist

Call ThE Experts VACUUMS

TREE SERVICE

VACUUM WORKS

TREE SERVICE

Royal Wood Tree Care

Dale McLean, Certiﬁed Arborist

“Trim your trees, cut your costs”

Built-in Vacuum Packages from $399 & up! Your #1 stop shop for ALL your vacuum needs 11 years serving Ladner & Tsawwassen Steve says "Everything we sell sucks..."

Tree Removal Tree Pruning Hedge Trimming

5146 Ladner Trunk Rd. Delta, BC (Save-On-Foods Mall)

H: 604-943-0084

604-946-4466

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

McLean Tree and Hedge - Arborist reports for Development Applications - Tree pruning and removal - Hedge renovation and trimming - Danger tree- Certiﬁed Tree Risk Assessor

Stump Grinding Fully Insured ISA Member

C: 604-916-6187

Tel: 604-943-8775 Cell: 778-232-1888 PROPERTY SERVICES

PROPERTY SERVICES

• Window Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning

PROGROUP PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Residential & Commercial Window Cleaning • Power Washing Roof Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning & Installation www.sharperwindowcleaning.com

Let us manage your rental property – We place only highly qualiﬁed tenants

We take care of EVERYTHING Call us for a free quote We now offer property maintenance & repair services to the public

Steve M. Harper Toll-Free: 1(877)906-9220 Mobile: (604)644-8046

604-948-1966

Manager@ProgroupProperty.com • www.ProgroupProperty.com

Bermuda John

• • • • • • •

Honest & Dependable No Job too Small

604.948.3199 778.688.1950

Lawn & Garden

Lawn Cutting Weeding Power Washing Trash Removal Dump Runs Deliveries Pick-Ups

S.B. GARDENING & LANDSCAPING

CASCADIA PAINTING

“Spring Clean-Up”

Reel Type Lawnmowing Aerating • Power Raking Weeding • Moss Control Fertilizer • Trimming • Pruning Professional Maintenance

Cell: 604-710-1348

For anything Yard Related!

WE ARE A YEAR-ROUND BUSINESS “Give us a Call!”

604-946-7308 • Lawn maintenance • Window cleaning Designs • Prunning • • Gutter •cleaning • Lawns • Fences • Decks • • Pressure washing • Stone/Masonary • • Pruning and Hedging • Rubbish Call Hans JOHNremoval 604-943-4546 (WCB Insured) Tel: 604-948-0267 • 604-842-1468

BARK MULCH www.triplefivequalitywood.com 604-290-2879 or 604-328-6355

Moving & Storage

604-943-4024 CONFIDENT PAINTING LTD.

Int. & Ext. Specialist, 20 yrs exp. * Reas. Rates, High Quality * Fast, clean, with ref’s Licensed, Insured & WCB

Cell 604.626.1975

BEST IN CLASS

To place your ad in “Call the Experts” call our Sales Experts at 604-630-3300

Experienced Movers ~ 2 Men $50 ~ • Includes all Taxes • Licenced & Insured • Professional Piano Movers

604-708-8850

$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020

Mark 778-323-1045

All types of Painting & Wallcoverings Special Rates for Exterior ■ 10 yrs exp. BBB Member ■ Insured & Bonded

CANSTAR PAINTING Quality Work You Can Trust! Interior & Exterior ★ UNBEATABLE PRICES ★ Free Est. / Written Guarantee

Insured/WCB

778-997-9582

PAINT RITE BY RICH

604-946-4889 604-649-4930

Member: Better Business Bureau

Need Space? We Have It!

Commercial

- reduce your costly commercial square footage/ reclaim your garage & yard increase your proﬁt by storing offsite at move that huge boat or RV reduced rates renovating 24/7 Secure store those precious keepsakes

2 locations: LADNER

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER, 25 yrs exp. Ext/Int. Free est. Tsaw/ Ladner only. Dave 604-329-6140 TAKE AWAY THE PRESSURE Painting, interior/exterior Contact Ian 604-946-9395..604-812-7255

8205

Paving/Seal Coating

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

8220

Plumbing

10% Off with this Ad! For all your plumbing, heating & reno needs. Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005

Interior & Exterior

MINI & MOBILE STORAGE Personal

Best In Class Painting - Low rates, refs avail, 100% guaranteed Mark 778-323-1045

CTL PAINTING

Richard Ryan

MILANO Painting 604-551-6510 Int/Ext. Good Prices. Free Est. Written Guar. Prof & Insured.

Painting/ Wallpaper

Low rates, 100% guar. Free est.

For all your Painting needs!

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

Painting

Amar • 604-782-6710

B&Y MOVING

8195

Interior & Exterior WCB & Liability Insured www.CascadiaPainting.ca

Jean-Guy Bottin

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

8185

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

POINT ROBERTS

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

Gated Access Reasonable Rates!

Startin g

at $75 Darius Erwin 604-306-8214 • dariuserwin@gmx.com Local • Lic/Ins

CALL OUR EXPERTS

HOME SERVICES 8160

SPRIN

Drivew G SPECIAL ay res su WashP ing re

• Fully Insured • Dependable Services • Uniformed Workers • Quality Work • Satisfaction Guaranteed

HANDYMAN SERVICES

A55

PLUMBERS

Water Lines (without digging) Sewer Lines (without digging) Install. Drain tiles. 604-739-2000

8225

Power Washing

BOUNDARY BAY WINDOW WASHING • Exterior house cleaning • Pressure Washing • Gutters

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

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

AL’S CERAMIC TILE

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

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

Building on your ideas.

Panorama Plumbing Heating/ Gas Services No job too small or too big Res/Comm 604-818-7801 www.panoramaplumbing.com

Kitchens, Baths, Home Repairs, Decks....

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

604.374.2360

8225

Power Washing

AQUA

PRESSURE WASHING Specializing in Driveways, Patios, Sundecks, etc. Free Est., Local and Reliable

604-218-1500 Pressure Washing Houses, Siding, Driveways, Patios, Painting, Interior/Exterior

Seniors Discount

Don’t wait. Call Ian Ferguson

Phone: 604.946.9395 Cell: 604.812.7255

info@greentimberhomereno.ca

P.R. Remodelling Kitchens, Bathrooms, Drywall, Tiling, etc.

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

RDM ENTERPRISES For All Your Household Repairs and Renovations. Interior and Exterior Finishing, Kitchens, Bathrooms and Plumbing Refs Avail. Free Estimates

Rob 604-946-4796

✓ RenoRite

778-317-1256•604-451-0225 Bath *Kitchen* Suites & More

8250

Roofing

AFFORDABLE QUALITY ROOFING LTD. “We Keep you Dry”

Spring Special WE PAY THE HST!*

*A discount equivalent to the HST will be given, call for details.

25 Years in Business 25 Years workmanship warranty CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

604-984-9004 604-984-6560

#1 Rooﬁng Company in BC All types of Rooﬁng Over 35 Years in Business Call now for Free Estimates

B-Cheema Rooﬁng

Kitchen & Bath Specialist Serving Ladner & Tsawwassen for 16 years

Gary, 604-897-3614

Tried & True Since 1902

Call for a free estimate:

1.877.602.7346

Visit us online to receive a special discount:

www.crownroofgutters.ca

ROOFING OUR SPECIALTY

778.886.8541

A Eastcan Roofing & Siding Ltd Re-Roof, Repair. Ins. WCB. BBB. 604-562-0957 or 604-961-0324

Rubbish Removal

'You Call It, We Haul It!' ROD’S HAUL-IT-AWAY

Rubbish Removal and Recycling

778-668-4285

LARRY’S CLEAN-UP

Over 25 years serving South Delta

• Rubbish Removal • Reno Clean-Up • Yard Trimmings • Gutter Cleaning

604-649-9600 Student Works

Disposal & Recycling

Licensed, Insured, WCB

Trips start at

TMO Contracting

Don’t Miss THIS! A Save on Roofing - specialize in ★reroof ★ repair★ Fully Ins. Free est. 10% discount 778-892-1266 A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437 Fraserview Roofing Ltd. 15 yrs exp. re-roof & repair specialists, Gary 604-897-3614

$49

B i n s f ro m 7 - 2 0 y a rd s a v a i l .

John 778-288-8009

10% OFF with this ad www.studentworksdisposal.com

$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020 DISPOSAL BINS: Starting at $99 + dump fees. Call 604-306-8599 www.disposalking.com

8300

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

J. PEARCE STUCCO CONTRACTING. 604-761-6079 www.stuccocontracting.com JJ ROOFING, Repair specialist, Reroof, New Roof. Seniors disc. WCB, fully ins. 604-726-6345 www.jjroofing.ca

Quality Home Improvement ★ Stucco ★ All Kinds. No Job Too Big or Small. 604-725-8925

8309

Tiling

AL’S CERAMIC TILE. Supply & install, samples avail. Free est. 604-948-9573, cell 604-836-8943

Free Estimates

604.722.3600

8255

Locally Owned... ● So you pay less ●

All Types of Rooﬁng & Repairs

Rob cell 604-312-5409 A1 CONTRACTING. Bsmt, bath, kitchen cabinets, tiling, painting & decks. Dhillon, 604-782-1936

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

604-588-0833

SALES@ PATTARGROUP.COM

Call Paul 778-434-2437

R2 Renovations

FRASERVIEW COAST TO COAST ROOFING LTD. ROOFING

Save Your Dollars!

WWW.PATTARGROUP.COM

for free estimate

Roofing

WWW.RENORITE.COM

Certiﬁed Plumber

20 years exp. & ref’s European craftsmanship

8250

Roofing Experts 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank Trimax Roofing Ltd. Re & new roof, repairs, WCB, Ins. % given to local SPCA. 604-856-4999

8315

Tree Services

Tree Removal - Stump Grinding Branch Chipping * Free Est. * WCB Local resident, 34 yrs. 604-943-0043

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PRICES EFFECTIVE:

Friday, June 3rd Saturday, June 11th, 2011

TOMATOES ON-THE-VINE

RIB-EYE GRILLING STEAKS 99

/lb

450 g Pkg.

LAMB LEGS

13.21/kg

Bone-In Centre Cut

/lb

/ea

Fresh

4.39/kg

/ea

LEAF LETTUCE

for

Plain Or Honey Flavoured

650 g Tub

2for 7

BARBARA’S CHEEZ Baked PUFFS All

155 g Bag

B.C. Grown 170 g Pkg.

Hazelnut & Honey 750 g Bag

946 ml Carton

/ea

GEMINI TOMATOES B.C. Grown

98 /ea

3.31/kg

INTRODUCING! MIRACLE NOODLE GUILT FREE PASTAS!

• Calorie Free • Gluten Free • Soy Free Check Out Our Wide Selection Of Miracle Noodle Products Now Available At Budget Foods!

for

00 340 g Clam

2for 3

for

5 ROGERS GRANOLA Grain

HEALTHY CHOICE! BASSILI’S BEST MEAT Frozen, 454 g LASAGNA

Natural

3 ite Brown Or Wh

Chocolate Chocolate Or Or Vanilla Vanilla

Original Or White Cheddar

Red Or Green

MUSHROOMS

BLUE DIAMOND ALMOND BREEZE

/ea

Selected Varieties, 68 g

2.20/kg

3.66/kg

/lb

.88 2 350 25

CLIF ENERGY BARS

/lb

California Grown

/lb

NEW CROP!

A GREAT SELECTION OF HEALTHY CHOICES!

2for 5

Mexican Grown

Extra Virgin, 1 L Bottle

THE GREEK GODS YOGURT

Selected Varieties

RED SEEDLESS GRAPES

ITALISSIMA OLIVE OIL

! O SG

11.00/kg

RIPPLE CREEK SPIRAL HAMS

CAN U C K

GRIMM’S SMOKIES

PRICED TO CLEAR!

B.C. Grown

Y YOUR HOCKE PLAYOFFS RS HEADQUARTE

VALENCIA ORANGES

4 lb Bag

PUMPKIN SEED

ORANGES

Peruvian Grown

3 lb Bag

California Grown

CERTIFIED ORGANIC!

Satsuma

MANDARIN

400

/ea

QUESTIONS ON NUTRITION?

PROTEIN POWDER

Omega Nutrition 750 g, 50 Servings

88 /ea

We reserve the right to limit quantities.

4857 Elliot Street, Ladner Open Sunday - Saturday, 7 am to 6 pm

Wk 24

ASK SHANNON

Shannon makes regular visits to Budget Foods to help our customers plan for healthy eating. Shannon can be contacted at: healthyeating101@hotmail.com