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Hodgins to submit new plan Century president to present revised vision for contentious Southlands property to Delta council on Monday BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

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Sean Hodgins Century Group president

A housing proposal significantly reduced in scope for the Southlands is about to be pitched by the Century Group. Company president Sean Hodgins will appear as a delegation at Delta council’s weekly meeting Monday to outline his latest vision, a plan he confirmed will be greatly scaled back from his original proposal for the 500plus acre Tsawwassen property. The group Southlands the Facts has been notifying residents to attend the session, saying Hodgins

will likely pitch a plan that has approximately 1,000 housing units. Spokesperson Richard Kunz acknowledged that figure was essentially an estimate. Saying he asked to appear before council at a public meeting because he didn’t want to simply drop off a proposal for civic staff, Hodgins wouldn’t confirm if the number was accurate. “I said there was a significant reduction... it’s not far off.” Hodgins originally pitched a

plan that included 1,900 housing units in a high-density development. Forty-two per cent of the land would have been given to Delta for smallscale farming. Land would have also been set aside for green space and a postsecondary campus. The proposal, which followed the concepts of new urbanism and agricultural urbanism, was years in the making. Hodgins submitted an official community plan amendment application two years ago for

the property, zoned agricultural but no longer in the Agricultural Land Reserve, but not a specific development application. Council, however, would return his application without considering it, citing the Tsawwassen Area Plan still needed to be updated. In a surprise move this year, council agreed with a recommendation to request the property be placed back in the ALR. A public hearing was required before the request could be sent to the Agricultural Land Commission, but after three nights it was termiSee SOUTHLANDS page 3

Quiet night as Canucks fall short

25 Delta officers sent downtown BY

JESSICA KERR

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The Vancouver Canucks’ Stanley Cup run came to a relatively quiet end here in Delta Wednesday evening. While things turned violent in downtown Vancouver following Vancouver’s 4-0 loss to the Boston Bruins in Game 7, things were pretty quiet at Scott Road and 72nd Avenue, an intersection where fans gathered to celebrate Canuck victories throughout the playoffs. Delta police spokesperson A/ Sgt. Cal Traversy said the department had additional resources at the ready to handle the crowd at the Delta-Surrey border, but ended up sending 25 officers into Vancouver to help police deal with rioters. Chief Jim Cessford said police in Delta and around the Lower Mainland started meeting to plan for the expected crowds before the playoffs even began more than two months ago. He said Delta had a plan to deal with

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Police officers at Scott Road and 72nd Avenue didn’t have much to do Wednesday night as a Canuck loss in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup finals kept crowds away. Delta did send 25 officers downtown to help Vancouver police deal with rioters. local crowds but there was also a larger one to handle the throngs in Vancouver. When things started getting out of hand after the final game, that plan was put into action. “I’m proud of what our police

officers did,” Cessford said. Policing post-game celebrations has been costly. Last week, Cessford told the Delta police board he expected the cost for additional officers and overtime to run up to $140,000 for the entire

playoffs if the final series went to Game 7. Cessford said during the first round, crowds averaged between 500 and 800 at the intersection. That number grew to around 7,000 during the final round.

The roads and public transit around the Lower Mainland were busy Wednesday prior to the game. B.C. Ferries reported 800 foot See POLICE page 3

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Call for proposals on animal shelter

Delta to relocate facility away from new highway BY

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son, A/Sgt. Cal Traversy, said the suitcase was filled with electrical components, “the type that maybe a repair service company might have,” and posed no danger. The road was closed for about four hours. The incident is still under investigation as a possible prank. ment. “It seems clear that council places greater value on public displays over the collective voice of the majority,” stated spokesperson Dana Maslovat. “We have tried to present alternative solutions for the Southlands that provide economic benefit to the land owner yet respect the wishes of the community to not use arable farmland to build houses, but they have fallen on deaf ears.”

Jackson, noting the upcoming presentation had been arranged following the summit, said they want to ensure there’s an open and transparent process. She said that at some point she’d like to have summit’s participants gather again. The Century Group proposal would also have to go through Delta’s agriculture committee, she added. Monday’s council meeting starts at 7 p.m. at municipal hall.

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Suspicious suitcase turns out to be a false alarm

Bomb squad called in; Arthur Drive closed for hours BY

JESSICA KERR

The suspicious package that shut down a Ladner street Tuesday morning and prompted a call to the bomb squad turned out to be a false alarm. Delta police closed Arthur Drive after finding a suspicious looking suitcase

near the pedestrian bridge. The abandoned bag had some electrical wires hanging out of it. The RCMP explosive device unit was called in. A bomb-sniffing dog was brought in but could not detect anything. The unit then destroyed the bag using a water cannon. Delta police spokesper-

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nated when it was evident the recommendation was a divisive one. Those who supported Hodgins complained at the hearing that he never got a fair chance with his proposal. Mayor Lois Jackson then organized a summit that resulted in Hodgins getting the green light to come back with a new proposal by July 1. Delta’s planning

department is to then go over it with him before it’s unveiled to the public Sept. 12. Southlands the Facts had representatives at the summit and were opposed, even though Hodgins has to submit a new plan that would give Delta more land than his previous proposal. They remain steadfast in their opposition to develop-

Mayor Lois Jackson said she’s excited a new shelter is moving closer to reality. “If we could have moved on this before now we would have done so. That (existing) building is, number one, in very poor condition, but, number two, it’s in a very poor location relative to the road going through,” she said. During a presentation to council last year, shelter

Delta is moving forward with plans to construct a new home for its animal shelter. The municipality recently put out a request for proposals to design and construct a facility to replace the Delta Community Animal Shelter on 80th Street. A project that is expected to cost well over $1 million, a short list of no more than three companies will be selected to come up with a preliminary design. There’s been talk of finding a replacement for the municiFILE PHOTO pally-run shel- The South Fraser Perimeter Road is being constructed just metres from the ter for some Delta Community Animal Shelter, prompting civic officials to relocate it. time due to ity has the money for the manager Sarah Lowe was the South Fraser Perimeter project thanks to the sale of asked what it’s like for the Road, which is being conseveral Delta-owned parcels dogs and cats at the facility. structed right next to the for the highway project. She remarked the animals facility. Another municipal property, are in a “stressful situation.” Shelter staff and council which has improved access She said the shelter has agreed it would be a stressabout 100 volunteers who ful environment for the ani- and drainage thanks to the highway, will soon hit the play an important role, but mals to have to put up with market as well. it’s clear the location is not once the highway opens, Campbell noted that in conducive for animals. but things are already bad total about $15 million The facility has underwith construction taking would be made through gone several improvements place just metres away. land sales. since the municipality took Coun. Robert Campbell, The money has been over animal control services who chairs Delta’s parks, a few years ago, including recreation and culture com- mostly earmarked for a the addition of a separate mission, said the project has new animal shelter and an expansion of the North trailer where adoptable cats become a top priority. Delta Recreation Centre. are housed. “We’d like this as soon

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as possible. The shelter people are already under stress, under pressure from construction, so it’s quite a difficult situation. It’s even hard just gaining access or exercising animals.” A property has been found where the new shelter is to be built, however, the location can’t be disclosed until that deal is finalized, Campbell said. He said the municipal-

POLICE from page 1 foot passengers on each sailing coming into both Tsawwassen and Horseshoe Bay. TransLink had six articulated buses, which can each carry up to 110 people, lined up at the Tsawwassen terminal. There was one act of vandalism in Delta reported to the Optimist following the game, although it cannot be directly linked to what hap-

pened in Vancouver. Lorraine Yates, manager of operations at Deltassist, said the non-profit organization had a large window smashed at its North Delta office. CAO George Harvie said this week Delta didn’t set up a giant screen to view the game because police resources were already stretched.

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The friends that rent the space all have “day jobs” but meet often to play music together. Bourassa said the theft has slowed the group down a bit. “It’s kind of depressing,” he said. He said he’s had the ‘53

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Business owners show support for HST New harmonized sales tax has reduced paperwork and improved economic outlook for local operations BY

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Three local businessmen were speaking out at a press conference Thursday morning in favour of keeping the HST. “The PST/GST was an inefficient, expensive system that was a roadblock to growth,” said Michael Anderson, president of Northern Vision Realty Advisors Inc. “The HST is helping us build our regional economy and create a success story right here in our backyard.” Anderson, along with Andrew Harvey, operations manager at Pacific Advertising, Printing and Signs in Tsawwassen, and Bruce Lloyd, owner of Open Connection, a wireless dealer with nine stores across the province, gathered to voice their support for keeping the HST. “My goal, just like every other small business owner in this community, is to attract customers, stay competitive and ensure we are protecting and creating jobs for our employees,” said Anderson, who is

also a director with Delta Chamber of Commerce. “Simply put, the HST is helping strengthen Delta’s small businesses and help them continue to grow.” All three said bookkeeping has become simpler since the government brought in the HST last summer.

“Everything about the HST is good for business and jobs and customers.”

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“I can’t tell you what a relief it is to be free from doing my books twice a month, sending in two reports and sending in two separate cheques to the tax collectors,” Harvey said. “Once a month, a single process, is enough for me” Lloyd said the reduced paperwork has given him more time and money to put into his business. “Thanks to the way the tax works, I’ve had more money to invest in my employees,” he said. “That money means we can grow

the business, meet the needs of more customers and protect the jobs of the 45 people who work here. “Everything about the HST is good for business and jobs and customers.” The provincial government introduced the 12 per cent HST as a replacement for the five per cent GST and seven per cent PST last July, expanding the number of goods and services subject to the tax. Fight HST, led by former premier and South Delta resident Bill Vander Zalm, has been working ever since to quash the tax and have the government revert to the two-tax system. The group collected 700,000 signatures asking the government to repeal the tax and launched legal action against the government to have the HST declared unconstitutional. In response to public backlash over the tax, last year the government moved to put the decision to voters in a referendum. Then premier Gordon Campbell said the tax would be removed if a majority of voters opposed it.

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MURPHY’S LAW This is one project that shouldn’t require much consultation. Delta has got the ball rolling on plans for a second artificial turf field in Ladner, initiating discussions with user groups to see if the idea has merit. As someone who has coached soccer in Ladner for the last seven years, I would contend that not only does this proposal make abundant sense, but that deliberations don’t need to go beyond where and when. The existing artificial turf at Holly Park has been a godsend in an area plagued by soggy fields and cancelled games. It has provided certainty and consistency to a sport that for whatever reason is played outdoors during the coldest and wettest time of the year. The only problem with Holly is there’s not enough of it to go around. When it comes to practice, it’s customary for the younger teams to get a whopping one-sixth of the field for one hour each week. The older teams with larger rosters receive a downright roomy onethird of the field once a week, although this past season every fourth week meant a trip to the all-weather (which is a nice way to say gravel) pitch at Cromie Park because even with the rationing there still wasn’t enough space for everyone at Holly. As for games, it became a case of rolling the dice each week to see if the scheduling gods had seen fit to assign your team with turf time. If you were smiled upon, you knew you’d be playing that weekend. If not, well, it was a matter of keeping your fingers crossed the grass fields would be playable. I’d often look at the schedule for the week and notice that more than half the games had been earmarked for the turf. In other words, if there were two turf fields they would be able to accommodate every single game, meaning no cancellations, no deplorable conditions and no more costly maintenance to try against all odds to keep natural grass fields playable throughout the winter. If Delta has the cash on hand and there will be no tax increases, this project seems like a no-brainer. I assume converting the upper grass at Holly Park is the preferred location, allowing a new turf field to partner with the existing one to create a soccer centre. The already lit gravel field at Cromie would be another option, but from previous conversations I understand civic types aren’t keen on the dead-end location. The sooner all involved can agree on a course of action, the better. It might be sunny now, but the rainy season is never far away.

Much to question as Victoria gets crafty in bid to sell HST IAN ROBERTSON

COMMUNITY COMMENT A week ago you received a pamphlet in the mail titled “HST referendum Voters Guide.” If you looked at the last page, you would see reference to Elections B.C. and, if like me, you may have assumed it was a pamphlet published by Elections B.C., the neutral party in this referendum. Not so! The preceding seven pages are filled with the pro and con of the choices cleverly weighted towards voting for the retention of the HST. Our MLA, Vicki Huntington, recently made inquiries and found it was the Ministry of Finance that published this document, not Elections B.C., yet its name does not appear anywhere. Elections B.C. is the agency mandated with supervising and managing the repeal campaign.

It is, by law, to be independent of in 2012, and maybe a further one political parties. Despite a phone per cent reduction in 2014. There inquiry to its office, it remains will be no change in what the tax silent about this brochure, so one now applies to, but some families can only wonder how independent will get cheques for each child, and it really is. low income seniors will likewise Information from the side that receive a cheque, all supposedly to wants the HST offset the added repealed is hard to taxes being taken find right now. It has Information from the by the HST. a challenge finding Initially I side that wants the funds to counter what favoured retainHST repealed is hard ing the HST. Now, is being done with public funds — even to find right now. with these sleight when disguised as of hand tactics, impartial informaI really question tion. As Bill Vander Zalm has said, how much benefit we will see the funds to wage this contest are from keeping it. How certain are heavily on the other side — busithe future reductions? Why trust ness and government. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon Aside from this dubious part of when his ministry is trying to fool the campaign, what’s at stake? If us with publications allowing us to we vote to repeal, we go back to think someone else actually issued the five per cent GST and seven them? Who can you trust? per cent PST, plus some costs of Now comes the ballot. If you setting up infrastructure that was want to get rid of HST, say YES. dismantled. Taxes on some goods If you want to keep it, say NO. and services will disappear, but But that’s not the official wording. business will again have to account Confused? Is that part of the game? for two taxes, not one. Do we have competent people in If the HST survives this vote, Victoria? we are promised a reduction in When you get your package, the PST portion by one per cent think long and hard.

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June 17, 2011 The Delta Optimist A7 Letters to the Editor

Forget reminders, call authorities instead found they were just being selfish and ignorant. Thus, in order to protect the people who obey the rules and deserve safety from traffic, I would call the authorities to get the right thing done. Forcing them into compliance seems the only alternative for that type of person. Unfortunately, some people just don’t deserve

respectful reminders or advice, and legal procedures need to be applied, forcing them to obey the rules. My friend (living locally and with whom I am visiting) told me that Baillargeon might consider the following when it happens next time: Identifying if the idling place is on school property or public

area. If it belongs to the school, call the school principal and advise him/her to call the police in order to protect their students. If it is public property, call the police directly and ask them to come before the cars are gone. The police might not come in time for the first or second occasion, but by

calling them consistently, the issue will be resolved eventually. I’m very glad to read the letter because I see someone cares. Amanda Wu

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by the corporation. Consider what restrictions, if any, does Canada or B.C. have in preventing huge Panamax tankers, carrying flammable and toxic jet fuel, sailing under a flag of convenience, through our ecologically sensitive Salish Sea and the navigationally challenging Fraser River? The risk of an incident resulting in a major oil spill into the river estuary and marshes or a tank farm or tanker fire next to residential areas is too great over the 50-year lifespan of the project. It will take years

to clean up the mess physically and decades psychologically and financially. The marine terminal proposal indicates the corporation will have no incentive other than the spot market price of jet fuel and its delivery cost, when it can select a jet fuel tanker under any flag for charter. The corporation needs to take responsibility for the environment and society beyond statutory obligations and pick the safer pipelineonly route. Jim Ronback P.Eng. (retired)

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the Fraser Institute. But why are we having a referendum at all? Last year the majority of the population indicated clearly it did not want the HST. The government of the day, in a shameful display of arrogance, ignored the electorate and enacted the HST. So much for democracy. The government, now chastised, is belatedly allowing the people of B.C. to vote on this initiative. But this vote is preceded by a propaganda campaign

designed to sway opinion in favour of the HST. What the government could not achieve through brute force it will now try to achieve through slick advertising. If the government forces succeed in this endeavour, it will show that public sentiment can be manipulated to serve the wishes of politicians. We are not sheep. Vote for democracy. Vote for respect. Vote yes to extinguish the HST. Frank Buonanno

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Does your child forget everything he or she learned in school once break arrives? Did you know: Most students lose about two months of grade-level equivalency in mathematical computation skills over summer months. Therefore, even the best students forget lessons they have learned during the school year. While a break from school is great for recharging your children’s batteries, if students aren’t using the skills they acquired in the classroom, they could ﬁnd themselves lagging behind once the school bell rings again. Sylvan offers recommendations to inspire academic discovery when away from the classroom.

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Editor: Re: Strong economy is dependent on trade, Guest Editorial, June 3 Oh no! The port propaganda machine is back and here we go again with a barrage of falsehoods. Consultants are being paid megabucks to convince us that another expansion is needed at Deltaport, Roberts Bank, involving a new terminal with three new berths in order to double container capacity. Increased container capacity expansion at Deltaport is not needed. Port Metro Vancouver has never done a proper needs assessment. Credible feasibility studies were not part of the process for the last Deltaport expansion or the South Fraser Perimeter Road. Port Metro Vancouver justified construction of the third berth at Deltaport with mythical forecasts of increased container traffic. Even the lowest case prediction of 2.8 million TEUs for 2010 was not realized. The total for 2010 was 2.5 million TEUs. Now the spin doctoring is

back. We are told we need a new terminal at Deltaport because Vancouver container traffic will nearly triple by 2030. Well, guess what? B.C. already has enough potential to handle this increase in container traffic if we include the Port of Prince Rupert. Port Metro Vancouver has the potential to handle 6.7 million TEUs with efficiency improvements and without a new terminal at Deltaport. Prince Rupert has the potential to expand and handle five million TEUs. That would more than quadruple our current container traffic. Expansion at Prince Rupert is cheaper for taxpayers as the infrastructure for moving containers across B.C. is already in place. In addition, expansion at Prince Rupert does not threaten farmland, migratory birds of the Pacific Flyway, resident orcas and critical Fraser River fish habitat. The current world economy makes it anyone’s guess just how the container business will unfold. Canada does not need Terminal 2

— now or anytime in the foreseeable future. B.C. container ports have capacity to handle volumes for years to come without damaging the habitat at the mouth of the mighty Fraser. Port Metro Vancouver is still dreaming about its proverbial ship coming in. Meanwhile, the managers proceed to build and expand without accountability to the economy, the environment or the public. You may ask why this is happening. The answer is simple: Port Metro Vancouver is accountable to no one. Further port expansion at Deltaport is a bogus deal that will be lucrative for a few and expensive for taxpayers. How can we, in all conscience, do this to the Fraser River estuary where we had plans to protect Canada’s major stopover for millions of migratory birds of the Pacific Flyway? Are we, the people, going to allow this disgrace? Susan Jones Editor’s note: This letter was edited for space restrictions. The full letter is at www.delta-optimist.com.

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ment to do so, and disrespects voting British Columbians. Yet it is so typical of this government, isn’t it? The more we are told “things are different,” the more things stay the same. It is almost as if this government can’t help itself. The B.C. government has a long way to go to prove that “change” is more than mere electioneering. It is one thing to see the time-old “buy-the-vote” style of politics is clearly alive and well in B.C. today. It is quite another to observe the contempt displayed by those in power when they seek to deceive the very people whom they represent. The brochure, at its core, is deceptive: it purposely misleads the public and sullies an independent office of the legislature. It is unacceptable politics. Good tax or bad tax, the government deceived us. And it continues to deceive us. And I am really tired of it.

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card companies, “sweepstake” marketing surveys and the like. Not propaganda from the Ministry of Finance. You can add another page to the HST’s long story of deceit. The booklet doesn’t identify its source. The only indication you are reading a government-produced document is a dime-sized “British Columbia” logo positioned on the front corner, brushing up next to an image of a pencil eraser. Flip to the back page, though, and you see, in emphasis, an “Important Notice to B.C. voters from Elections B.C.” This “voter’s guide” is a government PR document deliberately designed to make you think you are receiving valuable, nonpartisan voter information from Elections B.C. Exploiting an independent office in such a premeditated and consciously partisan manner is simply unacceptable. It is beneath a govern-

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other agencies to pull over and inspect a total of 474 trucks. Of that, 186 (38 per cent) were given out-of-service orders. Last year, the same threeday initiative pulled over 448 trucks with 42 per cent receiving out-of-service orders. Inspectors target specific vehicles that seem the most likely to have problems, checking for a variety of issues ranging from faulty brakes and rusted out carriages to improper loads. This year, prohibited drivers and small quantities of drugs were also found. This year’s inspection included participation from WorkSafeBC for the first time. While the police and other agencies mostly have the ability to only go after drivers, WorkSafeBC has the jurisdiction to also go

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Happy Father’s Day This Sunday, Father’s Day, is an important day in the lives of many. Everyone, like it or not, has a father. Some may have fond memories of their fathers, some may not. Some memories are distant and some are of step, foster or even grandfather father figures. My biological father was killed in a motorcycle accident when I was a year old, and although I have no memory of him, I have stories of him throughout the years. My mother later married my stepfather and it is my stepfather whom we both call Dad. Now I would love to say my stepdad was simply the most perfect man I have ever known, and that he was the perfect dad. I would like to say that, but the truth is my step-dad was far from perfect. Despite his mistakes, there was

never a doubt of how much he cared for my older brother and me, and when my two younger siblings came along, never once did he treat us as second-class children. Perfect or not, my dad showed me I was his son, and as a son I am reminded of his love. As a pastor and believer in Jesus Christ, I am reminded of God the Father’s love as well. The difference is, God’s love is perfect. He took a horrible and wretched sinner like myself and adopted me into his family. He washed my filthy sin in baptism, He clothed me in His righteousness and He forgives me when I, like a teenager, yell, back talk and defy Him. At times, He scolds me like a parent. No matter what past I may have had, he sees me as 100 per cent His. Happy Father’s Day, Dad.

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June 17, 2011 The Delta Optimist A17 In the Community

Grand opening celebration set for Saturday at community garden

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Athletes in Action will return to Tsawwassen next month to run a soccer camp at Brandrith Park.

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Rhoda Brooks from Tsawwassen Alliance Church was so impressed with the quality of camp Athletes in Action ran last summer she has booked it again for this July. The camp will run July 4 to 8 at Brandrith Park in Tsawwassen. It is open to children ages seven to 12 of all skill levels and runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Registration is $110 for the week and includes daily snacks and an AIA T-shirt for each child. Family rates are available. “I was skeptical about

kids lasting through a sixhour soccer camp each day, but the AIA program and staff were amazing,” says Brooks, who is the preteen program co-ordinator at Tsawwassen Alliance Church. “They not only provided the kids with excellent skill development (whatever their level) but they had also been trained on how to work with kids of this age and run a great day-camp. Parents kept commenting on this to me as well. The kids had a blast each day and so did we.” Each camper will receive

the personal coaching they require, all in a safe, comfortable, team-building atmosphere. Besides developing their soccer skills, kids will gain confidence, build self-esteem and kick off the summer with a week of fun. AIA has been running sports camps since 1979. Tsawwassen’s camp is one of 12 AIA soccer camps in B.C. this summer. Spots are still available. To register or for information, call Tsawwassen Alliance Church at 604943-6148 or email office@ tsawwassenalliance.org.

Mayor Lois Jackson and Delta council, in partnership with the Ladner Community Garden Society, will celebrate the grand opening of the Ladner Community Garden tomorrow morning. The grand opening celebration will take place at 10:30 a.m. at Kensington Park, 6467 Holly Park Dr. It will feature a ribbon cutting, entertainment, light refreshments, face painting and a children’s craft table. Each child will also receive

a pumpkin seed to plant and take home. The enthusiastic members of the Ladner Community Garden Society established the community garden to provide Delta residents with the opportunity to grow healthy and nutritious food for themselves and the local food bank. To foster responsible stewardship of the land, the gardens are completely organic and follow sustainable environmental prac-

tices. A full composting demonstration area is also being developed on site. The garden is managed and operated by volunteers. The garden is open seven days a week, April through September, from 8 a.m. until dusk, and October through March, from 9 a.m. until dusk. For more information on the garden and volunteer opportunities, contact Kristin Crouch at deltagardener@dccnet.com or 604946-8654.

Annual Sunday in the Park allows kids to treat dad to breakfast on Father’s Day

Celebrate Father’s Day at the 11th annual Sunday in the Park pancake breakfast at Centennial Beach in Boundary Bay Regional Park. Sunday’s event is hosted by the Cammidge House Committee in association with the Tsawwassen/ Boundary Lions Club and Metro Vancouver.

The pancake breakfast, which is cooked by Lions club members, will be served from 9 a.m. to noon at a cost of $5 for adults and $2 for children. The tents will be located adjacent to the new playground. The event will be livened-up by the local band Kindred Spirits, face painting and a hands-on display

put on by Metro Vancouver Parks and the Delta Naturalists Society. “To organize such a community event without the support we receive from Metro Vancouver Parks and the Tsawwassen/Boundary Bay Lions Club would be near on impossible,” says Geof Hacker, event co-ordinator.

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Tribute to ABBA in town ABRA Cadabra plays Genesis Theatre next Friday night

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ABRA Cadabra’s Jonas Falle (left), Kylee Epp, Jeanette O’Keeffe and Ryan Langevin will be in Ladner for a show at the Genesis Theatre next Friday.

Sweden still sells around three million records a year despite breaking up in the early 1980s. The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame last year. Members included AnniFrid (Frida) Lyngstad, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Agnetha Fältskog. “This is a group that hasn’t toured since 1982 but their music is still alive and well and people get really excited,” says O’Keeffe. “There’s not many groups that still have that appeal even though there’s not anything new coming out

and they’re not touring but people seem to really still love the music.”

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ans of ABBA can take a trip down memory lane when Vancouverbased tribute act ABRA Cadabra rolls into town next Friday for a show at Genesis Theatre. ABRA Cadabra member Jeanette O’Keeffe says the performance encompasses all of ABBA’s biggest hits. “We like to take the music of ABBA and really turn it into an entertaining stage production with full costumes, choreography and we share stories about the group and some biographical information about them and their journey,” she says. As a member of ABRA Cadabra for 11 years, O’Keeffe has been to many corners of the world to perform shows. “Their music is timeless and it transcends age, culture and language. It seems wherever we go in the world people are singing along to the songs even if English isn’t their first language. They seem to know the words.” She says it’s a neat feeling to see small kids at shows enjoying the music with their grandparents. “There’s not too many shows where you can go with children, teenager and grandparents and everyone’s having a good time. That’s what’s really cool about it.” It’s been reported ABBA has sold over 370 million records overall and that the pop group from Stockholm,

She says her group feels honoured to bring ABBA’s music to life. O’Keeffe, who counts Chiquitita as her favourite

fan at a young age. “I used to sing to the ABBA records when I was a small child. In a lot of ways, I feel like Anni-Frid

and Agnetha helped me with my singing. I would to try emulate their voices. They’re really great singers.” ABRA Cadabra has performed a televised concert for 20,000 people at the Penang Fair, which was broadcast throughout Southeast Asia, shows at hotels in Kuala Lumpur, enjoyed a run at the at the International Showroom at the Genting Highlands Casino in Malaysia and opened for Kool & The Gang at Universal Studios in Orlando.

ABRA Cadabra will perform at Genesis Theatre, 5005-45th Ave., Ladner, on Friday, June 24. Doors are at 7 p.m. and the show is at 8 p.m. “We’re really excited to be bringing the show to Ladner for the very first time,” says O’Keeffe. Tickets are $40 and are available online at www. checkoutmytickets.com or at the Dragonfly Gallery in Ladner or My Party Rentals in Tsawwassen. For more information on the group visit www.iloveabba.com.

Songwriting camp rolls into second year For the second year, musician and guitar teacher Pat Gurr will bring young musicians and aspiring songwriters together at the South Delta Songwriting Camp. As before, the focus will be on writing, performing and recording, and this

year, songwriters and nonsongwriters will be equally involved in the creative process. “The emphasis is still on the song,” Gurr says. “Last year, the songwriters wrote everything from country to metal. This year, we’re branching out to include

any interested non-songwriters into the camp as band-members, so there’ll be even more ideas thrown around, and more people included in putting the arrangements together, sorting out solos, figuring out where the harmonies go and so on. There’ll be a lot of

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ing. It takes a pretty special combination of musical, technical and communicative skills to do that, and everyone’s going to have a chance to learn them.” To register, or to find more about the South Delta Songwriting Camp, visit patgurr.com.

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Delta band in Seeds top 20 Virgin Radio’s Best in B.C., CFOX’s Band of the Month and garnered airplay for the single See You Again. You can find out more information about the band at www. betweentakes.ca. The CFOX Vancouver Seeds competition has been responsible for helping launch careers of some pretty prominent B.C. talent, including Bif Naked, Matthew Good and Nickelback. Prizes include a CD studio recording session with the producer from Red Hot Chili Peppers, a song writing session with Raine Maida from Our Lady Peace as well as other professional management and promotional services, aimed at helping to launch a career in the music industry. The next phase of the competition is the live performance. The band encourages Deltans to come and show their support at a free show on Thursday, June 30 at the Roxy at 9:30 p.m. From these live performances, judges will announce three finalists in early July, with a finale show to follow at some point over the summer.

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For the second year in a row, Delta band BETWEEN TAKES has made the top 20 in the CFOX Vancouver Seeds contest, with a chance at the top prize of over $20,000. To enter the competition, all bands had to go online and create a band page, include three of their songs, along with photos and other information. The contest started with an online voting portion for three weeks, in which voters from across the province picked the top 50, according to most votes, from the over 300 bands entered. The next phase was for a panel of industry professionals to choose from those 50, picking their top 20 to move onto a live showcase series. Band members include (from Ladner) Mark Pocock on vocals and guitar, Andrew Laing on lead guitar, Sam Buchanan on bass and Amanda Hamilton from Tsawwassen on drums. The band has been together for only a couple years, but has already met with some success, having played numerous shows around town, been awarded

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Lots going on in the Queen City Regina’s summer calendar jam-packed with annual events BY

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When considering the best place to enjoy Saskatchewan’s hot summer months, the Queen City is hard to beat and 2011 is no exception. This year, Regina will once again host a vast variety of events, festivals and attractions sure to please the preferences of every passing traveller. “People come to Regina for experience and we’ve got such a nice variety of experiences in Regina for people to be part of,” said Larry Hiles, president and CEO of the Regina Regional Opportunities Commission (RROC). Regina’s summer calendar is jam-packed with annual events that encompass everything from arts fairs to agricultural showcases. Many of these, such as the Western Canada Farm Progress Show in June and the Queen City Ex

in August, have garnered widespread reputations as must-see events, drawing thousands of visitors to the city each year. Concerts and live music events are also a frequent phenomenon in Regina during the summer, with several big names set to perform in the city this year, including Katy Perry, Elton John, Keith Urban and Kid Rock. KD Lang will headline the 2011 Regina Folk Festival, to be held Aug. 5 to 7, while an incredible line up featuring Johnny Reid, Rascal Flatts, Sugarland and Lonestar is sure to pack the grounds at the nearby Craven Country Jamboree in mid-July. Hiles expects Regina will continue to grow its status as an attractive entertainment venue. “This started a few years ago when the economic climate in the U.S. started to get tight. A lot of the names we would never see here all of a sud-

number of wellknown permanent attractions, many of which have their own offering of special summer events. Visitors can watch a 3-D movie at the Saskatchewan Science Centre’s Kramer IMAX Theatre, experience the latest visual art installment at the Mackenzie Art Gallery or explore a unique aspect of the province’s TROY FLEECE / REGINA LEADER-POST past by taking Extreme sports like wakeboarding, skateboarding a tour through and freestyle motocross will amplify the fun of the Government House SaskTel Summer Invasion. and the J.E.N. Wiebe Interpretive den started to look for new Invasion. Held July 8 to 10, Centre. In fact, markets. Saskatchewan this event combines live Government House is celbecame one of those that music with extreme sports ebrating its 120th anniveractually became quite such as wakeboarding, sary this year. vibrant for them.” skateboarding and freestyle Another unique glimpse Wascana Park will motocross, to create one of into the province’s history serve as the site of one of the best party atmospheres can be witnessed at the Regina’s hottest music fesof the year. RCMP’s Sunset-Retreat tivals, the SaskTel Summer The city also boasts a Ceremony, held Tuesday 0 .9

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Male Youth Athlete Tom Robson Baseball This outstanding pitcher from Ladner was the top Canadian-born player selected in last week’s Major League Baseball Draft when he went in the fourth round (139th overall) to the Toronto Blue Jays. Robson earned the top rating after an impressive 2010 season that saw him shine on the mound for Canada at the 2010 World Junior Baseball Championships — working six scoreless innings against Cuba. The Grade 12 student at Delta secondary got his start with Ladner Minor Baseball. Joe Dart Rowing After getting his start in the sport with the Deas Deas Rowing Club, this Grade 12 student from Ladner turned heads at last year’s Canadian Secondary Schools Rowing Championships, winning the Single Skulls event. He continued to impress at the National Junior Team Trials where he won his race by three seconds on the renowned Royal Canadian Henley course. He capped a busy summer in grand style, by winning his race at the CANAMEX Junior Regatta. Female Youth Athlete Sara McManus Field Hockey This Grade 12 student at South Delta secondary has wasted little time in establishing herself as one of the top players in the country at any age level, having already made several appearances with the senior national team. The standout defender has seen plenty of double duty around the globe this past year, also suiting up for Canada’s junior team when called up upon. McManus turned down lucrative scholarship offers from a number

of schools to continue her studies at UBC next fall to remain with the national team training base. Male Amateur Athlete of the Year Logan Schuss This sharpshooter from Ladner was dominated on the lacrosse field, as well as in the box. Schuss made an immediate impact at Ohio State University, where he is on a full-ride scholarship, leading the team in scoring and finishing second among freshman in the entire NCAA. It was good enough to earned rookie-of-the-year and all-conference honours. He then returned home and had a starring role in the Delta Junior “A” Islanders best-ever season, leading the team to its first playoff series win.

Female Amateur Athlete of the Year Nicola Collicutt Softball This standout athlete from Tsawwassen ended her university role in grand style with a starring role in Simon Fraser University’s run to the NAIA championship. Not only did Collicutt start all 39 games behind the plate, she did an outstanding job handling the team’s pitching staff. She also made the play of the tournament when she blocked the plate to make the game-ending tag on a Oklahoma City baserunner in a 4-3 SFU win. Jennifer Yee Softball This North Delta native has enjoyed an amazing career at Georgia Tech University where she established herself as one of the top hitters in the nation. She was a finalist for player-of-the-year in her senior season after leading the country with an amazing .568 batting average and a slugging percentage of 1.270. Yee is also a valuable member of the women’s national team. Pro Athlete of the Year Troy Brouwer A year ago, it was Brent Seabrook being honoured and now it’s this North Delta native’s turn after helping the Chicago Blackhawks win the Stanley Cup last spring. Brouwer grew up in the North Delta Minor Hockey Association and made sure the entire community could celebrate

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Ladner’s Logan Schuss, a field lacrosse star at Ohio State University, was among the winners of the Delta Sports Hall of Fame’s Sports Champion Awards. his accomplishment when he brought the Stanley Cup home last summer for a parade and meetand-greet at Sungod Arena.

bettering the world record for her own age class (60-64) by a staggering 17 minutes. Peters earned the trip to Hawaii by winning the Canadian Triathlon Championship. She also was a finalist for Sport B.C.’s Masters Athlete of the Year.

Masters Athlete of the Year Mark Pinckard Running Pinckard has made quite an impression after recently entering competitive running at the Masters level. He was eighth in the 800 metres at the World Masters Indoor Track and Field Championships in Kamloops. He also won gold in the 200, 400 and 800 at the provincial championships, then added three more medals at the nationals, including a top-of-the-podium finish in the 400.

Team of the Year Delta Gymnastics This group of dedicated athletes earned the right to represent Canada at the World Gymnaestrada Championships in Switzerland where they turned in a strong showing. Gymnaestrada was started at the club 14 years ago and this year’s team featured 21 gymnasts who worked hard to develop teamwork and skills.

Carol Peters Triathlon This veteran triathlete turned heads with her amazing performance at the the prestigious Ford Ironman World Championships,

Coach of the Year Maurice Hamlin This longtime Tsawwassen resident and minor hockey volunteer is involved in coaching for all the right reasons. Namely the

kids. Hamlin has been focused on the juvenile division where his teams have enjoyed plenty of success but, more importantly, he is providing a top level program for young men to continue their minor hockey careers. His outstanding work was recognized by B.C. Amateur Hockey in 2010 when he was named coach of the year. This spring, he guided the Richmond Blues to the provincial title. Volunteer of the Year Glenn Zwick Hockey This North Delta resident has made significant contributions to the Canadian Adult Recreational Hockey Association (CARHA). He has helped the South Fraser Men’s Hockey League grow from four to 16 teams and was inducted into the CARHA Hall of Fame as a builder last year. He was also named North Delta Minor Hockey Association’s coach-of-the-year.

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The bar of achievement obtained by Delta athletes has never been higher. That was evident when the Delta Sports Hall of Fame handed out its Sports Champions Awards at the annual Banquet of Champions in front of a sold out crowd at the Coast Hotel in Tsawwassen. The majority of the winners are not only best at their trade in the municipality but among entire country too. Here at the 12 who were honoured:

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SDSS students take to the Tsawwassen streets 140 participate in school’s 15th annual PE triathlon

An eight-week training program culminated with South Delta secondary school’s 15th annual PE triathlon. The event, held May 25, featured 140 students from the Tsawwassen school’s PE and PE Superfit classes. The race included a staggered start as groups of 15 took to the Winskill Aquatic Centre pool for a 200 metre swim, with heats beginning every five minutes. It was followed by an 11 kilometre bike to Boundary Bay then a 3.5 kilometre run through the streets of Tsawwassen.

The overall winner was German exchanged student Florian Scholtz who reached the finish line in 35 minutes and three seconds. He was followed by Quinn Lattimer (36.22) and Cole Swanson (37.31). Allyson Wollin was the top girls finisher (41:36), out pacing Madison Penland (42.45) by 69 seconds. Tracy Murray (42.55) was third. Scholtz and Penland were each presented a trophy and a SDSS triathlon champion hoodie — compliments of Prostock Athletics and Deb Spargo who provided complimentary embroidering. The triathlon would not

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Sam McComb competes in the swimming portion of the event at the Winskill Aquatic Centre.

have been possible without extensive preparation and the cooperation of the community. The eight weeks of prerace training, held during regular PE classes, included four swimming lessons, overseen by the Winskill Aquatic staff. Bike training included two time trials to Boundary Bay Regional Park, while 40 students also cycled to Salt Spring Island for additional preparation. “The students also participated in two bike/run trials so they could experience the sensation and challenge of the transition from the bike-to-run portion of the event,” said SDSS PE teacher and triathlon organizer Tamara Jobke. “Classes completed community runs, dyke runs and the Fred Gingell Park stairs to train for the run portion of the triathlon. The students then trained on their own to prepare themselves.” Among the many to step up and support the event was McDonalds who provided water jugs and cups, while Safeway supplied oranges. The Winskill Aquatic Centre staff also had a prominent role,

South Delta secondary school triathlon top three female and male winners included (left to right) Quinn Lattimer, Tracy Murray, Florian Scholtz, Allyson Wollin, Cole Swanson and Madison Penland. assisting in timetabling and instruction. The SDSS PE department also thanks Delta police constable Mike Atkinson and staff sergeant Shawn Grain and her crew for making the triathlon a huge success. “We would also like to thank the students from Sandra Adamson’s class for marshaling all the bikes in the transition zone, Mrs. Heather’s PE 8 class for volunteering as race marshalls and the parents and volunteers for their help on the course,” added Jobke.

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Absolutely beautiful 1,686 sq.ft. 3 bedroom detached home in sought after Cedar Tree Lane! Updated with new kitchen (2003), new roof (2006), windows (2005), solid pine wood doors, engineered hardwood, cement patio, paint, etc! etc! etc! Sunny west facing private yard! Do not miss this great home! Walk to historic Ladner Village in minutes! Bare-Land strata fee $50 a month.

4755 Cedar Tree Lane, Ladner

priced @ $499,900

e degr e 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!

771 Underhill Drive, Tsaw.

priced @ $988,800

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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!

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!

5354 Aspen Way, Ladner

1182 Fairway Views Wynd, Tsawwassen

priced @ $619,900

PRICED @ $449,900

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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!!!

priced @ $285,900

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5056 Westminster Ave., Ladner

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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

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4766-55B Street-Ladner

priced @ $529,900

WOW! BEAUTIFUL 2.88 ACRE ESTATE!

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!

1730 Farrell Cres., Tsaw.

priced @ $1,098,000 GREAT UPDATED 2-LEVEL, WALK TO SCHOOLS!

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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!

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priced @ $245,000

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!

4732 46 Avenue, Ladner

Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street

604.728.2845

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04097759

sales 44 since January 24th2011. 2011. 77 Rrm sales since January 24th, That every1.40 1.84days! days. Thatisis1a sale sale every AND 6 other accepted offers this week!

* 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!!!

Vancouver!!!

priced @ $575,000

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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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Waterfront! Waterfront! Waterfront! BEAUTIFUL west-facing condo with unbelievable water views! Updated 2 bedroom and den riverfront condo in the absolute heart of Downtown Ladner Village! Updated unit with renovated kitchen, bathrooms, stai nless appliances etc! Walk to the Village market in minutes! Or walk along the river at night, and enjoy Ladner's Nature setting! 2 Sun-drenched west-facing balconies where you can sit and look out at your yacht parked in your very own boat slip! Do not miss this stunning condo with unobstructed views! What an opportunity! Great brick construction! Do not miss this!

PRICED @ $399,900

#209-4815 48th Ave., Ladner

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Beautiful spacious 1,860 sq ft 3 bedroom plus games or 4 bedroom townhome in desirable Ladner Estates. Updated kitchen, bathrooms, laminate ﬂooring, paint, mouldings, etc! Spacious rooms, great layout! Large private yard! Quiet location! D on't miss this! Excellent value!

#1 in South Delta TOP 1%2010* OF ALL REALTORS IN GREATER VANTOP 1% OF ALL REALCOUVER in 2009+2010 TORS IN GREATER VAN-

PRICED @ $469,900 BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED

Top 5% in of 2009+2010 all Realtors COUVER in Greater Vancouver Top 5% of all Realtors in 2006, 2007, 2008 in Greater Vancouver

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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!

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!

4971 11A Ave., Tsawwassen

5044 Linden Dr., Ladner

priced @ $669,900

Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street

2 - 4788 57th St, Ladner EXCELLENT HOME ON LARGE LOT

priced @ $749,900

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SOME OF MY RECENT SALES THIS WEEK

*Based on # of SALES FOR 2010!

4969 Linden Dr. 916 Tsawwassen Beach Rd. 5433 Spetifore Cr. #903-11920 80th Ave. *This representation is based in whole or in part on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Statistics Priced @ $1,100,000 Priced @ $1,788,000 Priced @ $865,000 Priced @ $355,000

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June 17, 2011 The Delta Optimist A35

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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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Beautiful South-Exposed 1 bedroom condo in sought-after Ladner Pointe. Totally Rainscreened and renovated building with 2-5-10 yr warranty! Unit has been updated with new laminate ﬂoors, paint, mouldings. Large balcony with sunny exposure overlooking private courtyard! Quiet! Do not miss this one!

PRICED AT $239,900

B306-4821 53rd St, Ladner

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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

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!!!

check out 360 virtual tour @ www.pixilink.com/tours5/4963-mariner-j/ Wow! Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 storey home, main floor down, bedrooms up! Updated bathrooms, laminate flooring, light fixtures, paint, mouldings, new roof and furnace! Private yard! Walk to historic Ladner Village in 1 minute!!! Don't miss this opportunity!

PRICED @ $599,900

4963 Mariner Pl, Ladner

Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street

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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). Culde-sac location. FOR 360O VIRTUAL TOUR GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-9468899.

$539,000

4542 Hawthorne Place, Ladner

RANCHER WITH LOFT GROWING COMMUNITY 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 360O VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOOR PLAN GO TO WWW. FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899.

$679,000

4685 Kensington Pl., Ladner

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 360O VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOOR PLANS GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA. CALL BOB OR LINDA 604-946-8899

$359,000

2346 Falcon Way, Tsaw.

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Great 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, HOT WATER HEAT BOILER!!! Very bright with lots of skylights. This home is for the chosen few. FOR 3600 VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLAN GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899. OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 PM

$769,000

$739,000

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604.946.8899 LINDA STUNNING HOME GREAT BIG FAMILY HOME BOB

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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2,956 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 3600 VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLAN GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899.

$679,000

6146 48 A Ave., Ladner

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Wonderful family home in terrific East Ladner neighborhood. Lovely living & dining rooms. Beautiful kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances, eating area and large family room overlooking backyard. Bonus large den or bedroom on main floor. New flooring. Upstairs with 4 bedrooms, master with ensuite and large walk in closet. 2,578 square feet. 3 full baths. Easy access to Vancouver, walk to school & parks.. FOR 3600 VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLAN GO TO WWW.FLEXRATE.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899. OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 PM.

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Bogress, George J.

George passed away June 8, 2011 at the age of 88 with his family at his side. In his youth, George was an accomplished athlete, coach, manager and promoter of sport in his then home-town, Kelowna. Throughout his life Dad also enjoyed the “Sport of Kings”, thoroughbred horse-racing. George spent 24 years with the Canadian National Telegraph as a Morse Operator in Kelowna, Vernon and Vancouver. His most enjoyable assignment of all was during the 40’s, transmitting live Vancouver Capilano baseball play-by-play from the press box of what is now Nat Bailey Stadium. In the summer of 1948, Dad married the love of his life Marguerite. Daughter Karen arrived in 1956, son Ken in 1957. Later in the 50’s, at the request of the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association, Dad assisted with the assembly of senior hockey players from across Canada, to be the first-ever Canadian hockey team invited to play in communist Russia. In the early 60’s, he co-owned and managed one of the first A&W franchises in Canada, in Trail, BC. From 1968 until his retirement in 1988, he operated the One Hour Martinizing dry-cleaning store in Tsawwassen. During this time, through community donations to the “Charity Barrel”, Dad dry-cleaned and laundered thousands of pounds of clothing, which he donated to numerous social service agencies throughout the lower mainland. He leaves to mourn his loving wife Marguerite, daughter Karen and her husband Barney, son Ken and his wife Sandy, two beloved granddaughters, Brooke and Courtney, and cherished nieces Maureen, Sylvia, Bessie, Kathleen, Susan and Diane and nephews Alwyn, David and Robert. The family wishes to thank the loving home support women who so ably met Dad’s daily needs for the last several years. Dad valued each of you for the friendships developed. Dad loved this little community of Tsawwassen which was his home for over 40 years. To all of the merchants and their employees who were so kind and helpful to Dad, especially in the last years while he cared for Mom at home, we are grateful. Your service and friendship to Dad were so important to his independence. Thank you all. No flowers or service by request. Donations may be made to the Delta Hospice Society or the Delta Hospital Foundation.

SCLATER Alison Janet May 12th, 1938 - June 11, 2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alison Sclater. Alison was born to Sidney and Eleanor Smith, May 12th, 1938 in Vancouver. Alison was recently predeceased by husband Elliot (Slate), April 3rd, 2011. She will be lovingly remembered by son Jamie (Charlotte), daughter Karen Kilpatrick (Mike), grandchildren Nolan and Payton Kilpatrick, sister Susan Mitchell (Brant), and many dear family and friends. Alison graduated from Lord Byng Secondary in 1956 and from the VGH School of Nursing in 1959, working in the maternity case room until 1969. Alison married Elliot in 1960 and lovingly raised her two children in their Tsawwassen Beach home. Over the years Alison found a passion for cooking, travelling, tennis, and PEO Chapter AS. Alison was an amazing woman who showed great love and delight for her family and friends and will always be remembered for her remarkable grace, dignity, and courage. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at the Irene Thomas Hospice for the loving care mum received this past month. A celebration of life will be held Tuesday, June 21st at 1:00pm at the Beach Grove Golf Club. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Delta Hospice Society.

NEWMAN - J. Delmar July 24, 1949 - June 13, 2011 With heavy hearts and profound sadness we announce the passing of a wonderful husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. Delmar is survived by his loving wife Marcia, son Christian (Sheryl), daughters Courtney and Paige and grandson, Matthew. He is also survived by his Mother, Phyllis, brothers Kevin (Joanne), Lewis (Stella) and brothers-in-law Lance (Lynda), Marc (Andrea) nieces and nephews, and by many good friends. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Hollinger and to the extraordinary quality of comfort and care provided by the staff at the Irene Thomas Hospice in Delta, B.C. There will be a Celebration of Life held on July 8, 2011 at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn at 1665 56th Street in Tsawwassen BC from 2-4 pm. Online condolences can be sent to tributetodelmar@hotmail.com In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Irene Thomas Hospice at 4635 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta BC V4K 4L8 or online at www.deltahospice.org

ALBANESE, Teresa (nee Laforges) Born on August 4, 1935 in Bitritto, Bari, Italy, Teresa passed away peacefully on June 14, 2011 in Delta Hospital. She is survived by her loving family: husband Ben of 48 years, son Vito (Karen), grandchildren Nicole and Ben, brothers Saverio (Ascelza) and Frank (Liliana); sisters Leonarda Valente, Vittoria (Michele) Loconte and Angela Laforges; nieces and nephews and extended family in United States and Italy. Teresa is predeceased by brother Antonio Laforges and brother-in-law Francesco Valente. Mass of Catholic Burial will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, June 21, at Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church, 6350 Nanaimo St, Vancouver, BC. Entombment to follow at Ocean View Burial Park (South Mausoleum). In lieu of flowers, a donation to BC Cancer Foundation in Teresa’s memory is greatly appreciated.

BACHEWICH - Darren Michael Oct. 5th 1968 – June 11th 2011. Darren is survived by his mother and father Lorraine and John, brother Rodney (Anne) and niece Quinn. You will be remembered fondly by your many Family and Friends. He was a brother with a big heart and an even bigger laugh. Always a thoughtful Uncle. You will be dearly missed. We love you Darren.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS AND OTHERS NOTICE is hereby given under NOTICE38isofhereby givenAct, under section the Trustee that section 38 of the Trustee that creditors and others Act, having creditorsagainst and others having claims the Estate of claims against the CHARLES Estate of ROBERT EDMUND O’KEEFFE also known as ROBERT EDMUND CHARLES ROBERT EDMUND O’KEEFFE O’KEEFFE also known as a l s o k n oEDMUND w n a s O’KEEFFE ROBERT ROBERT EDMOND a l s o k n oCHARLES w n a s RO’KEEFE, OBERT Deceased of Delta, B.C., EDMOND formerly CHARLES O’KEEFE, are herebyformerly requiredof to sendB.C., the Deceased Delta, particulars thereof to are hereby required to send the the undersigned Executrices c/o of particulars thereof to the their solicitors McLellan Herbert, undersigned Executrices c/o of #310 - 800 W. Pender Street, their solicitors McLellan Vancouver, B.C. V6C 2V6Herbert, before #31015th - 800 Pender Street, the day W. of July, 2011, after Vancouver, B.C. V6C 2V6 before which date the Executrices will the 15th day July, 2011, after distribute the of said Estate among which dateentitled the Executrices will the parties thereto, having distribute the Estateofamong regard only to said the claims which the parties entitled thereto, having they then have notice. regard only to the claims of which Sandra Margaret O’Keeffe and they then have Executrices notice. Sheila Oakes, By: Sandra Margaret O’Keeffe and Hugh McLellan SheilaS. Oakes, Executrices McLELLAN HERBERT By:

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Cancer June 21-July 22: A month of quietude and weariness ends Tuesday, as four weeks of high energy, Cancer June 21-July 22: A begin. month Start of quietude and charisma and effectiveness important wearinessAsk ends Tuesday, weeks ofUntil highJune energy, projects. favours, callasinfour markers. 28 charisma begin. Start (next week)and youeffectiveness might face opposition, or beimportant attracted projects. Askalluring favours,person. call in As markers. June 28 to a deeply usual, Until love is better (next week) face opposition, or be attracted than war. Inyouthemight present week, especially Sunday to aTuesday, deeply alluring person. usual, is better to watch what youAssay to love others: avoid than war. In the present week, especially Sunday secrets, gossip, etc. You are just beginning a splendid to Tuesday, watch what you say to others: avoid year-long popularity surge, especially at work. After secrets, gossip, etc. You are just beginning a splendid Tuesday’s confusion/worry, grand inspiration year-long popularity surge, especially at work. flows After Wednesday – follow hunches!grand inspiration flows Tuesday’s confusion/worry, Wednesday – follow hunches! Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Tuesday begins a month of retreat, quietude and22: rest.Tuesday Your career will stay Leo July 23-Aug. beginsluck a month of high, even rise. You the background to retreat, quietude andcan rest.work Yourincareer luck will stay advance your position: good with high, even rise. You canyou’ll workbeinespecially the background to government, contacts. advance your institutional position: you’llorbehead-office especially good with (Though theseinstitutional present some Sunday government, or difficulties head-officethiscontacts. (Though theseYour present thisrise Sunday and Tuesday.) hopessome and difficulties optimism will also, Yourneed hopes optimism will rise also, and Tuesday.) despite your forand solitude, you could receive andunusual despite amount your need solitude, you couldSo receive an of for calls and invitations. grab an unusual amount callsThis andweek invitations. So grab your rest when youofcan. isn’t easy, so your rest when and you diplomatic, can. This week isn’t easy, so remain realistic particularly in legal, remainsex realistic and diplomatic, travel, and financial zones. particularly in legal, travel, sex and financial zones. Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Tackle your work Sunday/ Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Tackle yourofwork Sunday/ Monday. Tuesday begins a month celebration, Monday. Tuesday begins optimism a month and of celebration, flirtation, entertainment, popularity! flirtation, entertainment, optimism and popularity! You might meet someone very compatible in a group, You might meet someone very compatible in a group, someone lifts you you to to humorous, humorous, good-natured good-natured someone who who lifts heights. year going going tforward tforward favours favours love love –– and heights. The The year and far travel, learning, culture. Various problems and far travel, learning, culture. Various problems and barriers Sunday to to Tuesday barriers confront confront you you Sunday Tuesday –– don’t don’t invest nor make make any any important This invest nor important commitment. commitment. This advice Thursday also. also. Inspiration Inspiration returns returns advice applies applies Thursday Wednesday – and relationships relationships turn turn from from delusion delusion to sweet knowing. Friday’s sexy, Saturday night’s loving, wise.

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North Vancouver

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6020

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6020-04

Maple Ridge/ Pitt Mead.

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6020-52

Other Areas BC

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6040

Burnaby

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Aries March 21 - April 19: The weeks ahead emphasize home, children, real estate, security, Aries March 21 - April The weeks ahead retirement, gardening, soul, 19: nutrition and Mother emphasize children, estate, vacation. security, Nature. It’s ahome, splendid time forreal a camping retirement, soul,June nutrition (Better not togardening, leave before 28. Youand faceMother many Nature. It’s a splendid time for camping vacation. “home concerns” until then.) Youawill be ending some (Better not to and leaveprojects before June You faceto many associations now,28. perhaps give “home concerns” until then.) You will be ending somea new ones room to grow. Although this is usually associations and projects now, perhaps to give sluggish, restful period, you’re kept busy with a lot of new ones room to grow. Although this is usually a communications, paperwork, – or wanderlust sluggish, restful period, you’reerrands kept busy with a lot of– now through July.paperwork, Since your curiosity investigate– communications, errands –isorup, wanderlust new income sources/ideas – they’re lucky! now through July. Since your curiosity is up, investigate new incomeApril sources/ideas – they’re lucky! Sunday/ Taurus 20-May 20: Be ambitious Monday despite a subtle heavyTaurus – April 20-May 20:disagreement Be ambitiousorSunday/ handed or a educational “pronouncement,” Monday –legal despite subtle disagreement or heavyyou’re the path success (for at least two years, handedon legal or toeducational “pronouncement,” financially, so path be optimistic, make plans forth you’re on the to success (for at leastand twogoyears, these months Now tomake Aug. 2, you and mightgospend financially, so ahead!). be optimistic, plans forth these months ahead!). to Aug.by2,government you might spend too much, or be pushedNow to spend fees. too much, be pushed spend by government fees. Saving is or your friend! to Tuesday begins a month of Saving is your Tuesdaycasual beginsacquaintances a month of paperwork, shortfriend! trips, errands, casual acquaintances –paperwork, you’ll be short busy!trips, Loveerrands, is gentle, easy Monday to – you’ll be but busy! gentle, easy Retreat, Mondayrest to Wednesday, youLove mightisdoubt it: relax. Wednesday, but you doubt it: relax. Retreat, Thursday/Friday. Yourmight energy surges Saturday p.m.rest Thursday/Friday. Your energy surges Saturday p.m. Gemini May 21-June 20: This week isn’t easy Gemini 20:barriers This week easy for anyone.May You 21-June could meet or theisn’t need to for anyone. You could meet barriers or the need to compromise in finances or sex, especially Sunday, compromise in finances or sex, especially Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday/Friday. On the plus side, Tuesday and Thursday/Friday. On the plus side, your your courage courage and and determination determination grow grow now now to to early early August, so does does your your optimism. optimism. Group Group affairs affairs August, and and so grow; grow; you’ll you’ll feel feel befriended. befriended. IfIf someone someone criticized criticized you to aa group (secretly) these these past past few few weeks, weeks, they they you to group (secretly) prove ineffectual now. The month ahead emphasizes prove ineffectual now. The month ahead emphasizes earnings, possessions, sensuality sensuality and and earnings, spending, spending, possessions, memory. Sunday’s gentle, mid-week’s mid-week’s ambitious (Wednesday best) and late week brings optimism and popularity!

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6050

Out Of Town Property

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: You feel romantic Sunday/ Monday, but events don’t help. Be cautious. Monday Libra six Sept. 23-Oct. 22: You feel romantic Sunday/ begins weeks of partnership opportunities, possibly Monday, but events don’t help. Be cautious. Monday of legal hassles. Seek convergence, not dispute. If a begins six weeks of partnership possibly partner begins talking about an opportunities, international move, be of legalRecently, hassles.after Seeka convergence, not dispute. If a wary. five-month respite, the sober partner talking abouttoanprominence international– move, be side of begins your life returned you can wary.again Recently, afteryour a five-month sober once re-make domestic,respite, security,the property side of your life returned to prominence – you can and child-oriented situation – much more fortunately! once again re-make your domestic, security, property (To June.) Tuesday starts a month ambition, and next child-oriented situation – much moreoffortunately! and dealings authorities. (To next June.)with Tuesday starts aReject month relationships of ambition, Thursday, embrace Friday. Reject relationships and dealings with them authorities. Thursday, embrace Friday. Scorpio Oct. them 23-Nov. 21: Mysteries fade; enlightenment Tuesday onward (for Scorpio Oct.comes 23-Nov. 21: Mysteries fade;a month). Expect widened gentle(for love,a enlightenment comes understanding, Tuesday onward international educational and month). Expectcontacts, widened religious, understanding, gentle love, cultural involvements. life, foreducational the next three international contacts, Your religious, and years, be filled with (especially culturalwill involvements. Youropportunities life, for the next three years, willones) be and, filled ifwith opportunities financial you’re single, with(especially cheerful, financial ones) if you’re Every single, odd-numbered with cheerful, attractive love and, prospects. attractive month, and love the 10prospects. days beforeEvery it, will odd-numbered promote these month, and theand 10 opportunities). days before it, E.g., will promote these (relationships July (seventh (relationships andwith opportunities). E.g.,communication July (seventh month) qualifies, late June. Minor month) qualifies, withRomance late June.calls MinorWednesday communication snafus this week. and snafus this week. Romance calls Wednesday and Saturday. Saturday. Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: The (semi?) exciting Sagittarius Nov.few 22-Dec. Thenow (semi?) events of the past weeks21:yield to a exciting deeper, events of the past few weeks yield now to a deeper, slower thrill, as intimacy, commitment, financial slower thrill, as intimacy, commitment, financial investment important investment or or clearing clearing debts, debts, grow grow more more important for the month month ahead. ahead. (It (It starts starts Tuesday for the Tuesday morning morning –– but but make commitments before before June June 28.) 28.) Secrets, Secrets, make no no commitments research, dreams and and hunches hunches accompany accompany research, intuition, intuition, dreams this commitment trend. fall for for someone someone this commitment trend. You You might might fall new, new, or or raise raise an an ongoing ongoing romance romance to to aa more more mature mature level, now through early August. August. IfIf you’re you’re the the feisty feisty type this phase can bring arguments and fights. Your choice! Domestic intuition strong Wednesday.

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June 19 - 25, 2011 June 19 - 25, 2011 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Finish a project or

chore Sunday/Monday. By late Monday onward (to Capricorn 19:byFinish a project or August) a newDec. task 22-Jan. enters; and Tuesday, a month chore Monday onward (to of newSunday/Monday. horizons, fresh airByandlate relationship excitement August) This a newhappens task enters; by Tuesday, month begins. everyand early summer,abut it’s of newsignificant horizons, fresh air and excitement more this year, asrelationship your romantic luck is begins. This every early summer, but the it’s beginning to happens climb strongly! If you’re married, more significant thisjoys year,through as yourchildren, romantic luck is month ahead brings vacation, beginning to climb strongly! If you’re married, the sports and “winning.” (Singles get this, too.) Watch month ahead brings joys through children, vacation, what – and legal parameters midweek. sportsyou andsay “winning.” (Singles get this, –too.) Watch Rest, rejuvenate, strengthen foundations– Thursday/ what you say – and legal parameters midweek. Friday. Romance Saturday p.m.foundations – join a group. Rest, rejuvenate, strengthen Thursday/ Friday. Romance p.m.It –hasn’t join abeen group. Aquarius Jan. Saturday 20-Feb. 18: a strong summer you, Aquarius, butItthe months (12 Aquariusfor Jan. 20-Feb. 18: hasn’t beenahead a strong of them) for bring strong, beneficial rebuilding period, summer you,a Aquarius, but the months ahead (12 which might by the purchase of period, a new of them) bringbea marked strong, beneficial rebuilding home, better be rental, the by entry a new baby, lifewhich might marked theofpurchase of a new freeing therapy, or other good of foundational moves. home, better rental, the entry a new baby, lifefreeing therapy, or other goodof foundational moves. One of the first requirements this new foundation One be of the firstwhich requirements thisTuesday new foundation will work, confrontsofyou onward willabe which you Tuesday onward for fewwork, weeks. Diveconfronts into this eagerly (but cautiously for a few weeks. Dive this eagerly (but cautiously before June 28, as theinto path’s a bit rocky). You could before June 28,money as the Tuesday, path’s a and bit rocky). be fooled about make aYou badcould bet. be fooled money Tuesday, and make a bad bet. But moneyabout inspiration’s great Wednesday. But money inspiration’s great Wednesday. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Rest deeply Sunday/ Pisces –Feb. 19-March 20: Restyour deeply Sunday/ Monday Monday p.m. onward, energy and Monday –rise, Monday p.m. onward, energy and charisma and Tuesday morningyour begins a month charisma rise, and Tuesday morning begins a month of romance, creativity, pleasure and adventure! But of romance, creativity, pleasure and adventure! But Monday Monday also also starts starts six six weeks weeks of of friction friction on on the the home home front. gentle with with parents parents and and kids. kids. Romantic Romantic front. Be Be gentle urges home might might cause cause dissention dissention urges outside outside the the home within weeks, you you might might have have an an within it. it. These These same same six six weeks, opportunity or sell sell real opportunity to to buy buy or real estate estate –– OK, OK, but but strictly strictly avoid before Aug. Aug. 3. 3. (It (It avoid moving moving into into aa new new residence residence before would “set up” long-term friction.) You might change sources of income. Joy Wednesday: thank God. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

RENTALS 6508

Apt/Condos

1 BR, large + balcony, central Ladner, ns, np, coin wd, avail July. 1, $785, 604-538-3777 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 BR Ladner across Park nr ammens, adult bldg h/h/w, cbl,ns, np, Aug 1 $875. 604-946-2719 QUIET CLEAN 2 br avail. Tsaw. near ammens, park like setting, carpets, References required, $950. 778-316-3401

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6540

Tsawwassen

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Suites/Partial Houses

6540

Houses - Rent

SMALL HOUSEBOAT suitable for quiet single person $750/mth Avail immed. 604-946-6780 TSAW 5 bdrm, 2 full bath, rec rm, 2 level, $1850/mth n/p, n/s, avail July 1st. 604-732-6078

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6602

BOUNDARY BAY, 1 BR garden level. 2 blks to beach, gas f/p, share w/d, $875 incls utilities Avail July 1, 778-882-8459 2BDRM/1BTH West Ladner $950 Monthly Call: (604) 946-3125

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

WAREHOUSE SPACE for lease Annacis Island. 22,152 sq ft with 2304 sq ft offices. 26ft ceilings, 3 dock doors. Aly 403-279-1020

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

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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 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

9155

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

1997 CHEV Cavalier 119k kms, 4 dr, new batt’y, no accid. Exc cond. 1 owner. $3400. 604-420-9456 2006 LINCOLN Zephyr 38,600 kms, excellent cond, lady driven $14,000. 604-929-1184

9130

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

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9145

Scrap Car Removal

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Sports & Imports

9522

RV’s/Trailers

1993 TERRY 5th wheel new full fridge, carpet, tires, queen bed with foam, a/c, full bth, certified 2010. Many extra’s. Excl cond selling due to family illness. $8000. Ph 604-792-3403

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2004 TRAIL BLAZER 23 ft trailer, a/c, gas furnace, walk around queen bed, fridge/freezer, stove, oven, microwave, etc. Hardly used $13,000. 604-924-0639

1985 MERCEDES 500 SEL, 4 dr sedan, sunroof, heated seats, fully loaded, good cond. Collector plates $5500. 604-980-6487 2009 BAY Star 27ft A Home, gas, 3900 miles! Generator, 2 slides, auto lev, backup camera, 2 TVs, & more! $89,900. 778-788-6654 1995 MERCEDES S420. 84,000km’s. Ph 604-798-6017 NEED CHEAP AUTOBODY ? www.cheapautobody.ca 604-341-7738

9172

Utility Trailers

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

9175

ENERGETIC EXPERIENCED gardner, cook, housecleaner available, 604-312-2714 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

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8058

Computer Services

Wanted

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8060

Concrete

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2005 JAY Featherlite trailer 25ft. $14,500. Has 1 slide out, A/C. Lots cupboards, new mattress. Like new condition. Abbotsford location: 604-504-1727

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9160

604-585-1755

8090

Fencing/Gates

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8105

Lawn & Garden

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8125

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8160

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9145

Cleaning

Beautiful complex consisting of 6 bldgs. with landscaped green areas. 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

AUTOMOTIVE 9125

8055

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

Excavating

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Tsawwassen Terrace

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

8087

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

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Office/Retail Rent

Blinds & Draperies

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

quiet neigh, great location.$1,888/M Call Kristen today (604)786-4663

6565

HOME SERVICES

Apt/Condos

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LADNER 2 bdrm $910 incl., heat, h/w, prkg. Some pets ok. No dogs. No smoking. 604-940-8726

LADNER, 1BR, $750, now/Jul 1. basic cable, heat h/w, prkg incld, ns, np 604-946-6846..946-0096

6508

Houses - Rent

●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

BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

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2009 BIGFOOT Camper. Great Deal! Just like brand new. 25C 9.4 long box. Mint, spotless, electric jacks, basement, mid bath, 2 fantastic fans, used twice, Must sell! $24,500. Call for more information. Coquitlam area. 604-937-7363 30FT ELDORADO Class A, 58, 000 mi, very clean, exc cond. $7,990 Call 604-465-8255

Accelerate your car buying

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

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

8075

Drywall

GJ CONSTRUCTION Complete drywall, textured ceilings, Steel stud & T-bar etc. Free Est. Graham 604-644-6339 *Drywall * Taping * Texture * Stucco*Painting * Steel stud framing Quality Home 604-725-8925

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

NO HST! til July 15 • Gutter Installation, Cleaning & Repairs • Rooﬁng & Roof Repairs • Moss Control, Removal & Prevention 25 year Warranteed Leaf & Needle Guard

PAUL WEATHERBY Property Maintenance • • • • • • •

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

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WCB – Fully Insured 100% Money Back Guarantee

604-340-7189

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

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

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

S.B. GARDENING & LANDSCAPING “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!

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★ ★ ★ ★

LAWNSCAPES

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8155

Landscaping

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

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Call ThE Experts HANDYMAN SERVICES

Bermuda John

• • • • • • •

Honest & Dependable No Job too Small

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VACUUM WORKS

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

• Window Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning

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

PROPERTY SERVICES

SPRIN

Drivew G SPECIAL ay res su WashP ing re

Startin g

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

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TREE SERVICE

Dale McLean, Certiﬁed Arborist

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

Residential & Commercial Window Cleaning • Power Washing Roof Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning & Installation www.sharperwindowcleaning.com Steve M. Harper Toll-Free: 1(877)906-9220 Mobile: (604)644-8046

PROPERTY SERVICES

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To place your ad in “Call the Experts,” call 604-630-3300

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Lawn & Garden

Painting

Low rates, 100% guar. Free est.

Mark 778-323-1045

Call 604-347-7888

Moving & Storage

CTL PAINTING Interior & Exterior

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

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

WEE HAUL Moving/Rubbish Removal Low Rates. 778-968-3001

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

604-943-4024 CONFIDENT PAINTING LTD.

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

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Cell 604.626.1975

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INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SPECIALS

PAINT RITE BY RICH For all your Painting needs!

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Member: Better Business Bureau

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

ROLL PAINT SERVICES INT & EXT • Satisfaction Guar’d. Low rates • Dave 604-587-5844

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

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D&M PAINTING

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

15% OFF

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FAIRWAY PAINTING

CASCADIA PAINTING

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Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

BEST IN CLASS

Quality, dependable, lawn mowing. Reel type mower available. Aerating, power raking & fertilizing. Moss & weed control. Hedges. Free estimates!

8185

8195

SIDHU PAINTING, an expd painter for int/ext jobs. Free estimates, reasonable rates. 778-998-4630

Need Space? We Have It! Commercial

Personal

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Patios/Decks/ Railings

TERZO FIBERGLASS & VINYL. Waterproofing decks. Will build to suit. Free Estimate 604-341-3839

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

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

AL’S CERAMIC TILE

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20 years exp. & ref’s European craftsmanship

Call Paul 778-434-2437 PLUMBERS

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Power Washing

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

Steve Watts 604-943-4134 778-228-5639 Pressure Washing Houses, Siding, Driveways, Patios, Painting, Interior/Exterior

for free estimate

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8250

Roofing

Don’t wait. Call Ian Ferguson

Phone: 604.946.9395 Cell: 604.812.7255

Renovations & Home Improvement

Building on your ideas. Kitchens, Baths, Home Repairs, Decks....

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8250

Roofing

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Roofing

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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. Will beat all written prices. 604-856-4999

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Rubbish Removal

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ROOFING

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TMO Contracting

LARRY’S CLEAN-UP • Rubbish Removal • Reno Clean-Up • Yard Trimmings • Gutter Cleaning

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Disposal & Recycling

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Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

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10% OFF with this ad www.studentworksdisposal.com $35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7 Abe Moving & Delivery and Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020

Tiling

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

8315

Tree Services

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8335

Window Cleaning

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OUR SPECIALTY

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Visit us online to receive a special discount:

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Seniors Discount

8240

Moving & Storage

MINI & MOBILE STORAGE -

8200

RUBBISH

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Bonded, licensed and insured Serving the lower mainland for 100 years!

778-558-6842

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SHINY WINDOWS OF DELTA

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Painting/ Wallpaper

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

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