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Tolling will cause ripple effect Gentner says drivers looking to avoid Port Mann fee will impact Alex Fraser and tunnel BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

Deltans better get ready for a traffic nightmare later this year. Delta North NDP MLA Guy Gentner had that warning as the new Port Mann Bridge, which will be a tolled crossing, is set to open this December. “They have no idea how many toll evaders there will be. If they’re charging three bucks one way and six (dollars) per day, that’s up to $1,500 a year or more. People can do the math,” Gentner

said. The impacts on the Pattullo and Alex Fraser bridges recently made news when it was announced signage would be installed letting motorists know about the free alternatives. Currently, the only tolled crossing in the region is the Golden Ears Bridge. The Ministry of Transportation says tolls will be implemented on new projects only as long as there are free alternatives. When the Port Mann opens, Gentner said, it won’t be surpris-

ing to see heavier traffic on the narrow and unsafe Pattullo, but many not wanting to use that crossing will decide to use the Alex Fraser, he said, noting it’s inevitable many may then decide to avoid that traffic by heading to the George Massey Tunnel. “The toll evaders, and I don’t blame them, are going to want to get to points in Burnaby and Vancouver using the other crossings. They’ll find their way to the South Fraser Perimeter Road and the Nordel interchange (to the Alex Fraser Bridge) is going to be

a parking lot, in light of the fact they aren’t even putting in proper ramps there but traffic lights. “The argument made years ago why there was no tolls on the Sea to Sky (highway) was because there was no alternate ways to get there. Basically, south of the Fraser, we’re held hostage because we don’t have proper transit service. It’s going to be a horrible place to be at 7 a.m. or 3 to 6 p.m. It’s just going to end up pushing more traffic out to the tunnel.” See TOLLS page 3

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Mackenzie Upton is this year’s Ladner May Queen while Mary Mackisoc is the First Princess and Carly Davidson is the Second Princess. The selections, done by a draw, happened Tuesday at Memorial Park. The crowning of the 2012 May Queen is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Delta Stage. May Days starts tonight and goes until Sunday at Memorial Park.

Queen selected to preside over Ladner Pioneer May Days Tuesday’s selection of the May Queen provided the customary signal that Ladner’s annual spring festival is at hand. A local tradition that dates all the way back to 1896, Ladner Pioneer May Days begins this

afternoon and carries through to Sunday at Memorial Park. The fair has a Candyland theme this year. May Days will get started today with discounted midway rides for kids and a performance by local

Celtic band Doghouse. Saturday is filled with a broad range of family entertainment and free activities, including a petting zoo and pony rides, as well as a craft fair, fastball tournament and food fair.

Sunday kicks off with a pancake breakfast followed at noon by the parade, featuring the May Queen float. The two-kilometre parade route leads through the heart of historic Ladner Village and culminates at the stage in

Memorial Park where the traditional May Pole dance and May Queen crowning ceremony take place. For more on Ladner May Days, visit www.delta-optimist.com or www.ladnermaydays.com.

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May 25, 2012 The Delta Optimist A3

Public must be part of process Gordon Price tells Huntington-hosted meeting that landscape is changing without much meaningful input BY

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sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

Decisions that could dramatically alter Delta’s landscape shouldn’t be done piecemeal, behind the scenes or in isolation. Dr. Gordon Price, program director of the City Program at Simon Fraser University, wants that point to get out regarding the specter of prime agricultural land being converted for port-related expansion. Price delivered that message Tuesday night at a public information meeting hosted by Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington at the South Delta Secondary theatre. Huntington recently revealed that an industrial consortium is behind the optioning of 226 hectares (558 acres) of farmland for port-related development. She’s also trying to get the public’s attention how farmland could be lost on other fronts, including treaty settlement lands and properties purchased for B.C. Rail. Also making presentations Tuesday were environmentalist Anne Murray and UBC’s Art Bromke. In a follow-up interview with the Optimist, Price said the municipality and others must be allowed to be part of the decision making process, having open conversations about future needs, the best land uses, as well as the values that people want maintained.

“There well may be some cases where trade-offs have to occur... Delta doesn’t get to make these decisions on its own. You have to consider options, that’s what planning is all about,” Price explained. “You look at your resources, you project to the future, you look at the directions you can take, weigh the pluses and minuses, you have an open process, you involve as many people as reasonably should be stakeholders as you can, and then someone has to make a political decision.” Price said he’s disheartened the fundamental character of Delta will be changed, as well as that of the entire Lower Mainland, without any real awareness or involvement by the public. “The intermodel yards, the (TFN) malls, the industrial development, you add it all up and the experience, the perception, people have when they first come into this region by ferry will be just completely different,” he said. “I just got back from Los Angeles and understand how quickly an area can change. I don’t want to see that happening in the Lower Mainland, not without a full discussion, not without looking at the options, not without looking at where other ports have had some of the same issues and made decisions where they have been able to use their

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Concerned the character of Delta will radically change, and not for the better, SFU’s Dr. Gordon Price says thorough discussions need to be held about farmland, port-related industry and more. He says those talks should include as many people as possible. land more effectively.” Meanwhile, the proposed Terminal 2 is, in fact, a done deal, says Delta North

New Democrat MLA Guy Gentner. The former Delta councillor recently posed ques-

tions to Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom in the legislature, asking, among other things, if the

provincial government supported the building of another three-berth container terminal at Roberts Bank. “I asked him if they supported it, even though the modeling and everything else is not completed officially, and the federal government hasn’t yet come out in support,” Gentner told the Optimist. “The minister said yes, definitely. So, it’s a done deal. This whole thing is project driven now, it’s got nothing to do with environmental integrity.” According to the port authority, no decision has been made on Terminal 2. It says a multi-year public consultation process, which began last June, is continuing. The port authority also says T2 “will be subject to a thorough and independent environmental assessment.” Port Metro Vancouver says it’s continuing field studies as part of ongoing environmental and technical work for the project. The port authority is hosting an open house on its updated land use plan, however, it won’t be held in South Delta. It will be at the North Delta Recreation Centre, 11415-84th Ave., on Saturday, June 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, including all stakeholder workshop materials, visit Port Metro Vancouver’s website at portmetrovancouver/landuseplan.

TOLLS from page 1 The ministry says the Port Mann/Highway 1 Improvement Project (PMH1) is designed to address growing regional congestion and improve the movement of people, goods and transit throughout Greater Vancouver. According to an assessment done during the environmental assessment for PMH1, over the long term drivers will want to take advantage of the convenience and travel time savings by using the new bridge. Modeling assessing the anticipated diversion to the Alex Fraser and Pattullo bridges found that by 2021 there would be approximately one per cent more daily traffic on the Pattullo and two per cent less traffic on the Alex Fraser with PMH1.

Within the limitations of traffic forecasting, this effectively represents no change, the report notes. “Since the analysis shows virtually no change in daily travel demand across the alternate bridges, this suggests that as many people divert to the improved Port Mann Bridge as divert away from it over the course of a day,” the report sates. The forecasting did not extend to the George Massey Tunnel. “How can you do modeling for the Alex Fraser if you don’t know the complete scenario? It’s going to be a mess,” Gentner added. The idea of region-wide tolling on all the crossings also recently made news when Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts and New Westminster’s Wayne Wright suggested a sys-

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Both the Alex Fraser Bridge and George Massey Tunnel could see increased traffic if drivers look to avoid tolls on the new Port Mann Bridge. tem of smaller tolls spread throughout roads and bridges in the region. Provincial Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom, responding to media questions following a meeting with the Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation, said there is “no indication” the Liberal government is about to alter its tolling

policy. However, he stopped short of saying tolls would never be implemented, especially if regional mayors bring forward a formal proposal to use them to fund much-needed transportation and transit projects. A TransLink report for the mayors examining potential revenue streams,

including tolling major bridges and the tunnel, concluded that up to $100 million could be raised annually by charging $1.60 per crossing on vehicles. Langley Mayor Peter Fassbender, vice-chair of the Mayors’ Council, in an interview with the Optimist said the pros and cons of region-wide tolling need to

be examined and discussed, including how it would be implemented and what revenues it could generate. Delta Mayor Lois Jackson said people on the south side of the Fraser River would end up bearing the brunt compared to Vancouver residents, who already enjoy better transit services.

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A tap along Kittson Parkway was turned off almost a decade ago because of the traffic problems it was creating. The new tap in Watershed Park will be centrally located and intended only for park users.

Watershed Park to live up to its name again New tap to provide park users with water from well BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

A tap with free water will once again flow at Watershed Park. The North Delta park is the municipality’s largest, situated on a large artesian water supply. Delta council agreed earlier this month to an engineering department recommendation to install a drinking water station in the park, just weeks after three natural springs along the park’s border with Highway 91 were capped. The capping drew the ire of Delta residents as well as some from outside the community. Stones had been placed on the springs due to concerns about water quality and users crossing train tracks near Highway 91 to access the water. The wells had proved popular with people often coming to the park to fill up large containers, even though the water has not been used as a municipal supply for over 60 years and wasn’t tested for contaminants. The potential of someone getting hit by a train as well as constant warning whistles were also issues council wanted addressed. A report to council notes BNSF Railway staff deemed the trespass situation had the potential for serious injury and/or loss of life. The rail company requested the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and Delta

take steps to eliminate the trespassing, prompting the capping of the wells as well as new fencing. Engineering director Steven Lan said the new water station, which people will have to pump by hand, will be located close to the scout camp in a more central area of the park.

“I don’t have a problem with this. It’s not for large containers, like we’ve seen people wheeling in. It’s not for commercial uses and it’s not for wine making.”

Mayor Lois Jackson

A water line with controls will be connected from one of the three existing wells to the new watering station, costing around $45,000. The rail company will review the effectiveness of the measures and Delta anticipates the whistle blowing will cease when that review is completed, council was told. Mayor Lois Jackson said the park’s watering station is meant for people out for a bike or walk that want to fill up their personal water bottles. “I don’t have a problem with this. It’s not for large containers, like we’ve seen people wheeling in. It’s not for commercial uses and it’s not for wine making,” she said.

The new water station would be part of the municipal water distribution system and water quality testing would be done on a regular basis. The engineering department says staff at Fraser Health indicated it didn’t have any concerns provided the water is monitored. Signage will also be placed by the old artesian wells, informing the public of the new water station and clarifying that water from the old wells is not approved for public consumption. When asked if there could be a new set of problems with the new watering station, CAO George Harvie said they’ll have to wait and see. Coun. Bruce McDonald said it appears to be a good solution, although he anticipates there could be some with giant watering containers that might try to cut the new fencing and get at the old wells. Delta will deal with that situation if it arises, he said, adding in the meantime the incessant train whistling will have stopped. Almost a decade ago, council ordered a tap in another area of the park shut down because vehicles would regularly line up for water, causing traffic jams and dangerous U-turns along Kittson Parkway. Council at the time also said it didn’t want people from out of town arriving in pickup trucks with large containers monopolizing the tap.

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Roads not getting more dangerous: minister

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Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom is dismissing claims by the union representing commercial vehicle inspectors that B.C.’s roads are becoming more dangerous. Lektrom responded last week to allegations by the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union (BCGEU) that more truck crashes and unsafe big rigs are problems compounded by a lack of inspectors. The union said a shortage of commercial vehicle inspectors and an almost 50 per cent increase in heavy truck traffic has made B.C.’s roads less safe since the Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement (CVSE) branch was brought back into government service from ICBC in 2003. The union said there’s been a decline in safety standards because more than one-in-four commercial vehicle inspector jobs have gone unfilled. Meantime, weigh scales are closing while crashes continue to rise. “B.C.’s commercial vehi-

cle inspector corps is being stretched to the breaking point,” said BCGEU president Darryl Walker. “They’re being asked to deal with one-and-a-half times the volume of truck traffic with only three-quarters the number of inspectors as a decade ago.” Lekstrom told the Optimist the CVSE had 276 employees in 2003, four more than it had last year. He noted that in 2004 the branch did 26,635 inspections, while last year it did 30,453. “That number (inspections) is probably the most important to me and the traveling public. It indicated the men and women who

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A shortage of commercial vehicle inspectors and an almost 50 per cent increase in heavy truck traffic over the last decade has made B.C.’s roads less safe, the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union says. Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom scoffs at the claim. work with CVSE are doing more today than they have ever done, as well, at the same time, we have a 30 per cent reduction in truck accidents in our province, not an increase, which is what Mr. Walker has led people to believe,” Lekstrom said.

“I couldn’t disagree more with Mr. Walker,” said Lekstrom. “I think he’s misleading the public and that’s unfortunate because safety is our first and primary concern at the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure.

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Are you interested in your library, in eBooks and in volunteering? The Delta Friends of the Library is hosting Learn to eRead with Friends at the Ladner Pioneer Library on Wednesday, May 30. The evening includes a Delta Friends of the Library meeting at 7 p.m., along with an eBook information session at 7:30 p.m. There will be a KOBO door prize at the end of the evening.

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I’m sure it happened long before then, but it was a crystallizing moment nonetheless. It was a few weeks back and we were getting our shoes and jackets on to head out the door. Blackberry in hand, my wife turned to our 14-year-old son and asked him to download some music so she could have a cool ring tone on her phone. It was far from earth shattering, but it dawned on me at that point that a bit of traffic is finally starting to go the other way. For most of the last 14 years, the relationship we’ve had with our son has essentially been a one-way street. As it is for all parents, we are the ones that must explain everything, from tying shoes to riding a bike to why it’s OK for dad to have a Coke Zero at dinner when others at the table must drink milk. The flow of information has been decidedly one sided because he didn’t know a lot, and what he did, wasn’t of a whole lot of use. There was absolutely no value in knowing that Jeff is the one in the purple shirt in The Wiggles or that Cody is more mature than his twin brother Zack. But lately, the information he’s able to dispense is becoming far more beneficial. About a week ago as my wife was getting ready to go on the treadmill, she called out to our son to fix her iPod, which was playing the same song over and over again. He might well have caused the malfunction in the first place, but at least now he’s able to rectify it. Barely into his teen years, there’s still much more parenting to be done, but I get the feeling that we’ll increasingly be turning to him on certain matters, particularly those that relate to technology. It’s not that we’re idiots — at least my wife isn’t — but there’s something to be said for how a young brain instinctually knows what to do with the wired and wireless devices we’ve come to rely on in our everyday lives. Throw in the fact it’s all they’ve ever known and what seems mystifying to many of a different era is second nature to the younger generation. That’s not to say they’ve got everything figured out as teens still know diddly when it comes to so many things, including where the laundry hamper resides in their room. They’re still inclined to turn to mom and dad for money, food, rides and good ol’ parental advice. So I’m under no illusions the traffic flow will suddenly turn and the volume will be equal in both directions, however, I’m beginning to see signs every now and then he just might earn his keep.

It’s imperative we don’t lose sight of human ecosystem MIKE SCHNEIDER

COMMUNITY COMMENT Birds, cars, trucks, houses and food. Though not necessarily in that order, these are the things we talk about in South Delta. Fraught with angst, many commentators decry anything that is perceived as change to be an assault on “our way of life.” Often, letter writers and editorialists express concern about change by suggesting that our children and grandchildren will pay the price for our bad deeds. I haven’t seen anything happening in my or my friends’ family trees that would suggest anything terrible is looming on the horizon. In fact, I see people becoming generally more aware of how to adapt and to more thoughtfully participate in an everchanging community and world. I am hoping that future generations will be able to prosper in a strong economy and that my chil-

dren and grandchildren will live in a society that has adequate health care, access to education and jobs. I also hope they will be able to afford a home and raise a family. I hope they will be able to afford fresh food and buy Kraft Dinner if they want to. These modest hopes and wishes come with a price in Western society. Maintaining a strong economy requires strong marketing and sales with our trading partners and requires appropriate infrastructure in order to compete. Our human ecosystem is important and I think sometimes we lose sight of that. In Delta, we spend a lot of time talking about other ecosystems, particularly those of migratory birds. I am a backyard birder for the most part and have a thriving meeting place in my apple tree where so far 18 species have showed up to chow on the buffet presented in my squirrel-proof feeder. I am an avid walker, and have been amazed by the sight of evershifting flocks of sandpipers on Boundary Bay and elsewhere. Watching eagles teach their young how to hunt from the cliffs of Lilly Point is about as cool of a sight as you will ever see.

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I am not a pro birder by any stretch. I don’t have the binoculars, telephoto lenses or $500 camouflage Gortex pants. I’m just a run of the mill person who likes a bird just as much as the next guy. I suppose if I really got in to it I would better understand some Pacific Flyway concepts that have always proved puzzling to me. Farming started to occur in our neck of the woods when lands were cleared in the late 1800s. Since there were no farm fields or farmers prior to that, I assume that resting spots for migratory birds would have been in the marshes of the Delta where the Fraser meets the ocean. From what I understand, this is where the majority of the resting takes place now. I could be mistaken but presumably the Pacific Flyway has survived without farmland for eons. The terms “migration route” and “flyway” are to some extent theoretical concepts, while the latter has, in addition, come to have an administrative meaning. Info from birdnature.com just highlights how massively complex these routes are and really show how farm fields in Delta are a microdot on the Pacific Flyway to the casual observer, which in this case is me.

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Picking up tab for ‘huge thing’

Editor: Re: Mayors looking for better deal, May 23 Here’s a suggestion for intrepid reporters: stop regurgitating local politicians’ talking points and go after them for a true accounting of what they’re costing us. Delta’s career commissar, Lois Jackson, thinks a weekend junket of 86 mayors in the Okanagan sun is

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a “huge thing for the people of British Columbia.” How “huge,” she might have been asked, other than our tab? Just so that we rubes grasped the momentousness of their Penticton confab, she decreed it “a movement, not just a meeting,” and “quite unprecedented in her time.” So, what did we get for this year’s schmooze? You guessed it: a newly formed

mayors’ committee, with a mandate to have us pony up for their next “action plan.” Unprecedented! As if oblivious to Skype, our betters figure the B.C. Mayors’ Caucus should be an annual retreat (can the committee plan the next one for Maui?). At every level of bloated and incompetent governance — from the UN to our municipality

— Canadian taxpayers are played for suckers. The first mayor who abjures their profligacy will be the first to merit the support of those compelled to pay for them. Could the Optimist reporter at least have wrenched from our mayor reviews of the swank hotel and restaurants at which we picked up the tab? Gary McGregor

Single-vehicle households not the reality for today’s Tsawwassen

Editor: Re: Farmland concerns focus on aesthetics, not economics, Community Comment, May 11 Wasn’t Doug Husband mayor during the Spetifore hearings of the late 1980s? I thought so. He seems to have forgotten what retired Prairie farmers said in reaction to those who had the gall to claim that the SpetiforeSouthlands property is poor farmland. One sod-buster called them liars. Another compared the lush Spetifore farm to the dried-up scratch he had back in Alberta, land that he had to let lie fallow every other year. And there are the soil experts who’ve testified over the years the Spetifore-Southlands property is good to excellent farmland. Finally, there’s Century Group itself, telling us it will make an excellent organic farm if we let it build on excellent bird habitat. Greg J. Edwards

Editor: I recently received a mail-out from Century Group regarding public information meetings, which I assume also went to most, if not all, households in Tsawwassen. I take issue with several points in the mail-out. According to the “Most Asked Questions” section, it would appear Century Group thinks most of us only use our cars to go to the stores for a litre of milk or to take our children to

school. Apparently, it would prefer all of us to walk to the stores and schools (not to mention walk the family to the beach, along with all the picnic and barbecue supplies, etc.). How arrogant and shortsighted. As if that is not enough, the mail-out goes on to say, “In the future, most households will need to get by with a single car.” Does Century Group know something we, the unwashed, don’t? Is it delu-

sional enough to think it can dictate to the general population just how many vehicles each family is allowed to own? As for the response to the question on farming, if memory serves me correctly, one of the main reasons Century Group wanted to develop the Southlands in the first place was that it was not viable farmland. So how will it suddenly become viable after a development permit is approved? Syd Hinds

Delta should look south for example of what can be done with less

Editor: Re: Select few enjoy such increases, Murphy’s Law, May 18 Thanks for your editorial on Delta’s mayor and council salary increases. In addition to the salaries quoted, there is somewhere between 22 and 24 per cent payroll expense such as medical/dental, EI, WorkSafe B.C., etc., plus

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car allowance and expenses. Every time this comes up with this bunch it falls back on the nonsense of, “Well, we only have six councillors and other areas of a similar size have eight.” A client that we have worked with for a number of years is the City of Palm Springs. It operates with a mayor and four councillors. Its population is 15 per cent

smaller but the land area, including wind farms, is almost the same. Lo and behold, that city also owns and operates the airport and convention centre, it operates a weekly street fair plus a ton of special events during the year. I agree with your final line: so much for leadership. Frank Addison

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LAST WEEK’S ANSWER 3. Vomit 4. 25th state 5. Royal domains 6. Hollyhocks genus 7. Observed 8. 1/100 serbian dinar 9. Manual computing devices 10. Skin eruptions 11. Basics 12. Spoken in the Dali region of Yunnan 13. ___ Lanka 21. Once around a track 22. Grains for ﬂour and whiskey 25. Extreme confusion and disorder 26. "Mr. Moto" actor Peter 27. Elaborate opera solos 28. Circular ceiling vaults 29. Tears 30. Woolly indris genus

31. Spiritual teachers 32. Eliminate from the body 34. Pabir 37. Parts of a TV series 40. Dolmen 43. Afresh 46. A bank employee 47. Runs away to marry 48. Voltaic (linguistic) 50. Expect or anticipate 52. Employee stock ownership plan 53. Any loose ﬂowing garment 54. Roy Rogers' wife 55. Founder of Babism 56. Decorate a cake with frosting 57. Supplement with difﬁculty 60. Hall of Famer ___ Ripken 61. Health Maintenance Org.

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Bike to Work Week offers opportunity to reduce footprint

Cycling to work is cost efficient for both employees and employers, reduces the dependence on cars and allows employees to reduce their carbon footprint. Biking to work is good for employees, employers and the planet. Carol Vignale, coordinator of Safe Route Tsawwassen, is a supporter of Bike to Work Week, May 28 to June 1. A longtime cyclist and Tsawwassen resident, she initiated the Safe Route Tsawwassen group. “One of the goals of this group is to extend the walking and cycling culture in Tsawwassen and then to other parts of Delta so that there are more cyclists and fewer cars and so that environmentally and active transportation such as walking and cycling becomes a way of life,” said Vignale. Cycling is a key aspect of a comprehensive sustainable transportation system and plays a vital role in the development of low-carbon and greengrowth urban environments. There is ample evidence indicating that cycling could offer tremendous economic, environmental, health and social benefits in communities by reducing traffic congestion, energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, air and noise pollution, and by integrating physical activity into our daily routines. “Although walking and biking are becoming more common as gas prices rise and as people are becoming aware of the health implications of our sedentary lifestyle, much has to be done to change our dependence on cars,” said Sepia Sharma, community health specialist from Fraser Health. “We are seeing a rise in chronic and other health conditions that are caused by the negative consequences of our car-centric culture.” Bike Week is a time when we can begin reversing this trend., making cities safer and healthier. For more information, visit www.biketoworkmetrovan.ca.

Cycling club adding weekly ride in Ladner

Team Coastal Cycling Club announced that it is now offering recreational club rides in Ladner starting this month. On Thursday evenings through the end of summer, the club will be leading a 40-kilometre, easy to moderate paced ride from Ladner to North Delta and back again. Under the direction of experienced ride leaders, the group will do its “Monday Night Recovery

Ride” in reverse. The Monday night ride — a club favourite that can often bring out 50 riders on a sunny summer evening — starts and ends at Caps South Shore Cycle on Scott Road. It covers about 40 kilometres and goes as far west at the old 64th Street cow tunnel. The new Thursday night ride will cover the same route, starting from the Ladner Pioneer Library and going as far east as

Nicholson Road in North Delta. “This is long overdue,” said Laura Thomas, the club’s communication director and long-time Ladner resident. “Those of us members who live in South Delta have been driving to club rides which start and end in North Delta or South Surrey. We’re a recreational bike club for all Delta residents so it’s time for us to run some rides out of the south.”

Last summer, Thomas and her fiancé and co-ride captain, Alan Hewson, started a club family ride that ran from Memorial Park to the Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary every Sunday afternoon. That ride will start up again this summer and is open to families and children of all ages. To participate in the Thursday night ride be at the Ladner Pioneer Library by 6:15 p.m. The Sunday

Family Ride meets at the same location at 1:30 p.m. with a start date to be announced. Visitors are welcome. Note that road bikes are recommended for the Thursday night ride. Any bikes will work for the Sunday Family Ride. To find out more about Team Coastal Cycling Club, including ride and membership information, visit www.teamcoastalcycling. com.

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crowds felt as they stood listening to Peter on that first day of Pentecost? On the Day of Pentecost wind and fire appeared to the disciples filling them with the power of God’s Holy Spirit. They began to speak in different languages telling of God’s deeds of power. Peter spoke to the gathered crowds and quoted the words of the prophet Joel, “God declares, I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh.” He continued to say this was a promise for all of us — new life in the knowledge of Jesus Christ, God’s only Son. (Acts 2) Pentecost reminds us that every thought and deed can bring about God’s glory. Even on the “sidelines” we can share in this power — for Christ came that we might have life — and have it in abundance.

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A Diamond Jubilee Community Garden, the planting of a Queen Elizabeth rose and a Big Jubilee Lunch at St. David’s Anglican Church on Sunday, June 3 will commemorate the Queen’s 60year reign. Raised garden boxes have been built on St. David’s property, a majestic pink grandiflora rose, also known as the Queen of England rose, awaits official planting ceremony and the church parking lot is set to become block-party space for one very long lunch table, entertainment, games, and other outdoor activities. When parishioners, friends and neighbours gather on June 3, they will be joining the people of the Commonwealth across the world in one Big Jubilee Lunch, an event included in the official Diamond Jubilee weekend. Her Majesty is hosting a Big Jubilee Lunch June 3 at Buckingham Palace, while in towns, villages and hamlets across Great Britain

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bring their own food — picnic style — but also partake of potluck dishes and barbecue favourites, cucumber sandwiches, scones with jam and clotted cream, and decorated cakes. Along with music, “Pearly” songs and Highland dancers, the event promises a jolly good time in the cul-de-sac at St. David’s from noon to 3 p.m. Face painting, races and

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Southpointe Academy’s latest theatre production is for “everybody.” Students will be staging Honk!, a musical adaptation of The Ugly Duckling, next week at the Tsawwassen private school. “It’s rated G, so it’s for everybody. It’s nice for our school since we’re [kindergarten] through (Grade) 12. I like to do some mature stuff, like the last piece we did wasn’t appropriate for the younger grades,” says director and Southpointe drama teach-

er Greg Kean. The school put on Vancouver playwright Kevin Kerr’s Unity (1918), a play that deals with the mortality of the period, in February. “But this one’s appropriate for everybody. It’s really, really fun,” says Kean, who adds the music is also clever. The musical is about Ugly, a duckling who isn’t too popular. Kean says the musical is a classic anti-bullying tale. “There’s a very nice message to it.” The characters in the musical are ducks, geese, a couple cats, a bullfrog and swans.

“It’s accessible for the kids. We’re not asking them to be things that they can’t imagine being. It’s fun characters for them to play.” Kean is getting help from other teachers with the music and choreography. A couple Grade 10 students also choreographed a number. “There was a real good collaborative effort from that front.” Students from the school’s middle years program and graduating years program are involved in the musical. Usually middle years program students

are in abridged versions of musicals with recorded music, Kean notes. “This one we’re doing the whole shabang. It’s been quite an undertaking.” There’s a cast of around 25 students. Honk! won an Olivier Award, presented annually by the Society of London Theatre, for best new musical in 2000. It debuted in England in 1993 and made its way to the West End by 1999. Honk! runs from May 29 to 31 at 7 p.m. at Southpointe Academy, 1900-56th St. Tickets cost $10 and are available at the school.

Cliff Drive planning big party to mark 50 years A big party is being planned to mark Cliff Drive Elementary’s 50th anniversary. Set for next Friday, the event at the Tsawwassen school will feature bouncy castles, carnival games, a concession, a silent auction, a 50/50 draw and birthday cake. Vancouver dance band March Hare will also perform. Ela Loewen, chair of the school’s parent advisory council, hopes alumni will

come out and help celebrate the anniversary. “We’re opening it up to the community as well,” she says. She adds the event is a “good opportunity to engage the families in the community as well as the families within our own school.” Loewen says Cliff Drive is the oldest elementary school in Tsawwassen and that it used to be called Tsawwassen Elementary.

The school is located at 5025-12th Ave. The party is scheduled to go from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, June 1. Admission is free. There will $5 cost per person for unlimited bounces and carnival games to cover some of the event’s costs. There will also be a donation box for those that would like to support the school. The concession will have burgers, hotdogs, drinks, sno-cones, popcorn and cotton candy.

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March Hare will perform at the Cliff Drive Elementary 50th anniversary event next week.

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leisure&lifestyles gardening

Spring top-dressing best for container perennials anne marrison

Green Room This week I answer readers’ questions: Q: Since I’m in Vancouver, some of the annuals in my containers sprout again the following year. I also have perennial plants and bulbs in some of these containers. How do I deal with these in regards to putting fresh soil in the pots? Is it necessary? Or can I simply continue to give them liquid fertilizer?

A: With shrubs, trees, perennials and anything that stays in a container for long periods, top-dressing in spring is the best practice. That is, you remove the top inch or two of soil and replace it with something quite rich like compost, or potting soil mixed with a little fertilizer. With your annual/perennial containers, you would then go on to feed liquid fertilizer through the summer in the usual way. But container trees and shrubs usually outgrow their pot after a few years and need a totally fresh change of soil and a bigger pot. This can sometimes be postponed for a few extra

years by doing extensive pruning of the top growth. But eventually a soil change is necessary. If no bigger pot is available, root-pruning, and toppruning are needed so the trees and shrubs can fit into the old pot along with the fresh soil. With annual/perennial containers it’s also best to repot in all-fresh soil every few years because perennials and even returning annuals ultimately fill all the available soil with roots. At that point, they’ll need extra space or division. Q: Some of the leaves on my Monarda didyma were darkening and curling inward with a white, frothy

substance on the underside. Someone at a garden shop suggested a mixture of soap, baking powder and water to be sprayed on the underside of the leaves. Now the leaves are spotting, curling and I had to remove some that practically fell off. The plant looks quite unhealthy now although it used to be the most robust in my container garden. A: The white frothy substance is a foam that protects a little larvae inside called a spitbug. Though unsightly, spitbugs don’t hurt plants. But if they bother you, just remove them from the leaves. Or pick off the leaves. I think the garden

centre person misunderstood your problem and gave you an organic recipe for powdery mildew. Monarda is very prone to this, but powdery mildew is definitely not frothy. It’s powdery. The curling and drying is most likely caused by lack of moisture. Monarda is a mint family member and does best in moist soil. Containers are notorious for drying out when temperatures rise into the low 20s and in those temperatures, it’s best to water containers twice a day especially if they contain moisture-loving plants. Sometimes people combine moisture-loving and

drought-loving plants in the same container. This makes watering very challenging. I should add that if your Monarda is dry at the roots for several weeks, this could trigger a real attack of powdery mildew. Q: I want to direct-seed beets and chard. Can I get going on that now? Is it warm enough? Or should I wait longer? A: Any time from the second week in May onward should be quite safe for planting seed of beets and chard. Anne Marrison is happy to answer garden questions. Send them to her via amarrison@shaw.ca.

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Show combines dance, art & music Los Gitanos presents The Phoenix, Flamenco Fire next weekend Los Gitanos Flamenco Dance Company will be presenting The Phoenix, Flamenco Fire at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre next weekend. The show is an explosive blend of dance, live painting and music, an experience not easily found in a sleepy residential neighbourhood like Tsawwassen. Performances start at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2 and at 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 3. “I am very excited to have partnered this year with so many talented artists in our community which allowed us to fuse our seemingly different styles into one incredible performance,” said Bev Mantovani, owner and choreographer of Los Gitanos Spanish School of Dance in Tsawwassen. “This show allowed the perfect opportunity to combine our different talents into one unique flamenco

presentation. You won’t even find this in Spain.” The audience will witness the development of live painting as it is created to the sounds of Spanish guitar, soulful songs, rhythmic palmas and castanets, intricate zapateo (footwork), compelling piano and violin, and the warmth of percussion. “Garett Campbell-Wilson is a young, curious and extremely talented artist who loves to find ways to progressively take his work to a new level,” explained Mantovani. “He has tried live painting before to violin music but not to flamenco dance; he instantly accepted the challenge. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with him and I can’t wait to see what he will develop during our performance.” One of the songs at the performance called “Poeta” by Spanish flamenco composer Vicente

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Bev Mantovani and her partners rehearse for the show at Mantovani’s studio.

Amigo has been recorded by the students of the Delta Community Music School led by Stephen Robb.The second part of the song will be played live by Robb and one of the violinists at the music school. “A few years ago, we

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partnered with Stephen and his students and we fused classical music with flamenco and the result was amazing,” added Mantovani. “Stephen is such a professional musician, I look forward every time we have

the opportunity to collaborate.” Other partners in this performance include local musician and percussionist Dave McIlory. “You would think Dave was born playing the cajon, this special box-shaped

percussion instrument originally from Peru. He has such an incredible sense of rhythm and deep understanding of music,” said Mantovani. Three well-known and talented artists from the flamenco scene in Vancouver and long time associates of Los Gitanos are “cantaora” (singer) Jafelin Heltin, guitarist Peter Mole and teacher Oscar Nieto. “I cannot imagine doing a show without them,” explained Mantovani. “They are the best in the business. Their knowledge, years of experience and love of this genre are a gift to our audience who sometimes are not very familiar with their art form.” The annual performance is sponsored by Northern Building Supplies and Vancity. Tickets cost $25 and are available by calling 604948-8081 or email info@ losgitanos.ca.

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BOATING & MARINE FEATURE Now that summer is coming and the warm weather will prevail, it is time for everyone to enjoy the water. With so many opportunities for boating fun available today, there's no reason why anyone can't take advantage of the benefits that recreational boating and marine has to offer. This special section will feature an editorial on “Are you and your boat ready for the Boating Season” and more. As South Delta is a peninsula founded by water, our over 35,000 readers in Ladner and Tsawwassen will appreciate your advertisement in our special summer supplement.

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RICK MILLIKAN

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Leaving Cadiz aboard a motor coach with fellow shipmates, guide Maria confirms our keen interest in exploring Spain’s fourth largest city: “Seville best represents Iberian culture and sophistication. It’s a pleasure to share a slice of its rich history with you!” “We’re now passing through Europe’s most ancient city,” she notes. “Phoenicians founded Cadiz in 1100 BC, then producing highly prized royal purple dye extracted from sea snails. Hannibal later made it his headquarters when conquering Iberia. The Romans ultimately defeated him, making Cadiz their naval base.” Over 1,000 years later, Christopher Columbus launched his second and third voyages to the New World from Cadiz, which became homeport for Spanish treasure fleets. The countryside outside Cadiz proves to be a golden, blue-skied province dotted with red-roofed farmhouses. Its dry terrain supports flocks of sheep grazing on barren hillsides and unexpected cotton fields blooming amid olive groves and vineyards. Crossing a new bridge over Seville’s famed Guadalquivir River, our coach crawls through modern traffic into the historic heart of the city. Here, Maria leads us through narrow, winding streets to the first of two palaces. Casa de Pilatos is said to be a copy of Pontius Pilate’s Palace in Jerusalem. Completed in 1540 by the Marquees of Tarifa, it features walled gardens and lovely tile-floored courtyards typical of many Mediterranean homes. Surrounded by jasmine and orange trees, their blossoms infuse adjoining rooms with sweet perfume and natural light. This royal mansion reflects the Mudejar style found in the Alhambra: lavish molded stucco borders and arched Arabic doorways and windows. Lustrous, floral-inspired ceramic tiles embellish the walls. Our walk resumes toward Lebrija Palace. Its distinguished history began only

a century ago when the Countess of Lebrija restored this family mansion in an extraordinary fashion. Greatly interested in archaeology, this learned Sevillian lady became involved in fortuitous discoveries in a nearby grove of olive trees adjacent to the Roman ruins of Itálica. She PHOTO BY RICK MILLIKAN moved these Sevilla Casa de Pilatos: Chris treasured points out one array of ‘azulejos’ pieces to depicting a religious theme. her palace and rebuilt rooms to bellower. accommodate these mosaToday we simply take ics, statuary and other in its soaring beauty and archaeological artifacts. We enjoy the haunting arpegfeel like we’ve been transgios of the classic Spanish ported to a Roman villa! Romance played exquisitely Outside, our group gathby a guitarist seated in the ers around an hombre roast- shade of a flying buttress. ing hazelnuts. We snack Strolling onward through on these aromatic treats Santa Cruz Quarter, the old from small paper cones and Jewish sector, Maria points proceed further into the out two monuments in this old city. In a refurbished labyrinth of alleyways: the shopping area, a heritage ancient comedy playhouse bakery presents cornucopias and splendid ironwork cross of tasty looking pastries. standing above buried ashes As the centre of Spain’s of famed 17th century Flamenco dancing, many baroque painter Murillo. shops display brightly Many of us remember coloured, ruffled, bodaSeville’s 1992 EXPO, cious and bodily curvaceous celebrating the 500th annidresses. versary of Columbus’s first Entering a rustic Tapas voyage. Bar, we relax around small After a short bus ride, wooden tables covered our day in regal splendor with red-checkered cloths. concludes ambling through Setting small dishes before its monumental Plaza de us, waiters begin serving España, where we delight in traditional tapas: platters of the modernista architecture regional cheese, sausage, of the Spanish Pavilion. slices of baguettes, olives, Designed in early 20thsautéed potatoes, roast century style, this immense bull’s tail, famed paella public palace displays each and creamy flan. Sipping region’s past glories with Spain’s robust red Rioja arrays of tile work. wines, we savour every bite. Filled with intriguing hisOur tour proceeds tory and sensuality, Seville through the huge plaza of is well worth a day of the world’s largest gothic exploration. church. Initially a mosque Travel Writers’ Tales constructed upon an existis an independent travel ing Roman foundation, article syndicate that offers builders used its columns professionally written travel and other elements to conarticles to newspaper edistruct Seville Cathedral, tors and publishers. To converting its former mina- check out more, visit www. ret into the iconic Giralda travelwriterstales.com.

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Mustang makes a statement Powerful 2012 GT Convertible pays homage to muscle cars of an earlier era BY

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The Mustang has always been a unique vehicle with its own character and performance traits that set it apart from many other “average” sports coupes in the marketplace. The vehicle really captures the spirit and excitement of the muscle car era, one that is fondly remembered by many. For 2012, the difference is under the hood. That’s where you’ll find 412 raw horsepower speaking loudly to anyone that’ll listen. It’s not a quiet steed, nor is it docile, but it’s a tremendously rewarding pony for those with a lust for performance and a heart for nostalgia. The 2012 Mustang GT Convertible is a fine rendi-

tion of all that made the early muscle car era so special. Despite its constellation of airbags and modern vehicle stability/safety accoutrements, my tester’s retrospirit wasn’t dampened with the presence of a modern navigation system or other in-car tech toys. Except for Ford’s discreet SYNC system, the 2012 GT ragtop fulfills auto enthusiasts’ desires with simplicity and beauty, such as its easy-to-use knobs to control audio and climate functions. The presence of conventional switchgear and full instrumentation was a refreshing find — and frankly, I wouldn’t want it any other way in this sort of car. I also wouldn’t want to See MUSTANG page 26

The 2012 Mustang GT Convertible packs plenty of horsepower into its nostalgic frame.

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A32 The Delta Optimist May 25, 2012

May 25, 2012 The Delta Optimist A33

Delta Sports Sports Editor: Mark Booth

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Sun Devils will be among favourites at provincials

Senior girls soccer team begins play Thursday in Surrey It wasn’t the result he was hoping for yet Stephen Burns still likes his team’s chances heading into next week’s B.C. “AAA” Girls Soccer Championships. The longtime head coach and his South Delta Sun Devils saw their bid to repeat as Fraser Valley champions fall just short in a 2-1 loss last Thursday to league rival Panorama Ridge. The visiting school from Newton struck first in the opening moments of play and took a 2-0 lead into the second half when South Delta finally found its form. It was just the Sun Devils second loss of the season but it could serve them well when they make their record-setting 11th consecutive appearance at the 16-team tournament, starting Thursday at Newton Athletic Park. “That was the first time this season we have surrendered a goal in the opening half and it really set the tone,” said Burns. “(Panorama Ridge) is a good team and was full value for the win but we just didn’t take the play to them the way we are capable of doing or create the number of scoring chances we usually do. We can play a lot better and at least we showed that in the second half.” “We had lost just one game (an exhibition against Point Grey) and the girls really hadn’t faced any adversity before. A game like that might help us in the long run.” South Delta is coming off a fourth place finish at the provincials a year ago with

all 11 starters back for another try, including four Grade 12s. The graduating players on the team feature Tara Nordin and Robyn Mitchell who have been playing at the senior level since Grade 8 when South Delta captured its one and only provincial title. “This is a really nice mix of players,” continued Burns. “All the heavyweights are back and there are probably six or seven teams capable of winning it. We are definitely right in the mix.” The format for the provincials sees the 16 teams divided into four round-robin pools with only the four group winners staying in championship contention and advancing directly to the semi-finals. The Devils seem to have a favourable draw with Kitsilano, Mt Boucherie (Okanagan) and Belmont (Vancouver Island). Now they just have to take advantage of it. Corner kicks... While the current teacher’s labour dispute has taken its toll on a number of senior girls soccer programs across the province, it will not have an impact on the calibre of competition at the provincials. “There’s about six or seven of us longtime coaches who have stuck through it,” added Burns. “The rest have relied a lot on parent coaches.” One of the hardest hit areas was in Richmond, that saw its entire district league cancelled with only one school fielding a team.

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South Delta Sun Devils dropped a 2-1 decision to Panorama Ridge in the final of the Fraser Valley Championships. Both teams will be competing at next week’s provincial tournament.

Streaking Islanders host Salmonbellies in battle for 2nd MARK BOOTH

Games in late May are typically about the Delta Islanders attempting to climb out of an early season hole. That will hardly be the case tomorrow night at the Ladner Leisure Centre. Sole possession of second place will be on the line when the Islanders (5-2-1) entertain the New Westminster Salmonbellies (5-1) at 7:30 p.m. Both teams are in the top 10 of the national junior rankings, sitting seventh and fourth respectively. Delta also handed New West its only loss — a 5-3 result back on May 8 at Queen’s Park Arena. That win is part of a five game unbeaten streak that has been fuelled by exceptional defensive play. The Islanders are surrender-

ing an average of six goals per game and it begins in net where first-year intermediate age goaltender Will Schwan has more than answered the challenge of jumping up to the junior “A” level. “A lot of people were second guessing me at the time when we made him our number one goaltender,” said head coach Shaun Springett. “But I knew with our system and the type of goalie that he is, that he would flourish.” That game plan has the Islanders clogging the middle of the floor in their defensive zone, forcing their opponents to shoot from the perimeter. “It all starts with (Will) playing the angles the way he does,” continued Springett. “Everything inside the dotted line is the defenders’ responsibility and on the outside,

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it’s the goaltender’s job.” For the Islanders to keep moving forward, they will need more goal production. Despite their impressive defensive numbers, they have managed just 51 goals in eight games. Help is on the horizon with third-year sniper Logan Schuss scheduled to return from Ohio State University in time for the June 9 game against the Victoria Shamrocks. In the meantime, Springett would like to see more production from his right-handers. To date, the team has leaned heavily on its lefties, led by the 13 goals of rookie Eli McLaughlin. The return of all-star Mike Mallory from a foot injury will give the right side a boost. He did manage a pair of goals in a 9-7 win over Burnaby last Saturday.

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A34 The Delta Optimist May 25, 2012

Delta ’96 Heat captured girls fastpitch team captured the recent North Delta Invitational. The defending B.C. champions wore pink for the tournament to show their support for breast cancer awareness.

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The South Delta Rams will be sending a whopping five teams to the 2012 Provincial Flag Football Championships, slated for June 10th in Kelowna. “There’s been explosive growth in the spring flag game this year, with many kids getting their first football experience in the fast-paced passing game,” reports Rams new President Tim Brumby. Rams Coaches Liaison Bruce McDonald hopes many of those kids will also try out for the more established fall tackle game. “It’s one of the few sports where all the equipment except your cleats is provided by the association,” he noted. The Rams will be hosting a players skill camp at Dennison Park on Sunday at 10 a.m. for players born between 1997-2006. Participants will be put through skills and drills of the tackle and flag versions of the games. For more information visit www.sdramsfootball.com or contact Brent Calvert at 604-948-1777 or through email at bcalvert@telus.net.

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5382 Crescent Drive, Ladner

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Absolutely beautiful 2,793 sq.ft. Cape Cod style executive family home with a stunning view over farmland and North Shore mountains! 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, master bedroom on main ﬂoor, large games room area upstairs with patio doors and 2nd staircase! Updates and features include 9 ft ceilings, triple crown mouldings, new carpets, exterior paint, professional landscaping, renovated master and upstairs bathroom, recently treated roof with warranty, 3 skylights, new kitchen counters and stainless sink, new fence, etc! This house is in excellent condition and waiting for you to move in. Quick possession possible! Check out 360 virtual tour online!

Absolutely stunning, one-of-a-kind 4,250 SqFt, 7-year young executive home on massive 11,868 SqFt park-like lot! Custom-built to highest of standards, complete with granite, tile, magnificent luxury kitchen, radiant heat, Etc! Etc! Etc! 5 bedrooms plus office, all have bathrooms, top-of-the-line finishings! Large curved driveway, detached bonus shop at rear! Do not miss this stunner! Check out 360-virtual tour on-line.

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1769 Golf Club Drive, Tsawwassen

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975 Eden Crescent, Tsawwassen

priced @ $969,900

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Beautiful 2,277 sq.ft. 5 bedroom 3 bathroom family home with master on main ﬂoor! Located in Ladner's premier Marina Garden Estates! Nielson Grove catchment! Lovingly maintained by original owners! Formal living and dining rooms, family room and eating area off kitchen. Walk out to your sun-drenched rear yard! Walk to all nature trails, golf, restaurants, Historic Ladner Village Market, all in minutes! Check out 360 Virtual tour online and come take a look at it! Don't miss this one!

5348 Commodore Drive, Ladner

priced @ $779,900 VERY CUTE COTTAGE, STEPS TO BEACH!

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285 66A Street, Tsawwassen

priced @ $1,898,000

STOP RIGHT HERE! Absolutely breathtaking custom designed Bel-Air style executive home in Tsawwassen's highly attractive Stahaken Subdivision! 4,300 sq.ft of top-notch construction and high-end upgrades! 4 bedrooms and an office, 4 bathrooms, 22 foot vaulted entrance with custom designed granite and marble flooring, 12 foot ceilings throughout dining and living room area! Walk out to 100% private western exposed rear yard! Air exchange system, 7 zone radiant heat on both levels, thermo windows, sound system wired through all rooms, double staircases to upper floor, etc! etc! etc! This is a fantastic house in a great location! One-of-a-kind! Don't miss this one! Check out 360 virtual tour online!

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Absolutely stunning 2325 sqft CUSTOM Executive home on large 7125 sqft lot located in Tsawwassen's Sought-after Boundary Bay! As new in 2009, with highest quality custom finishings thru-out! Designed with a real "Whistler feel!" Open concept floor plan with 24 ft vaulted ceilings & floor to ceiling stonework in liv room, granite counters, custom cabinetry, master suite on main floor with unbelievable ensuite bath. Wide-plank hardwood flooring thru-out, high-grade fir doors & casing, etc! Detached legal cottage at rear, potential to be suited? Includes bedrm, living rm, bath, sep. entrance. Large sunny west facing rear yard, large driveway with RV Parking, this has absolutely everything you could imagine in your dream home! Don't miss it! Check out 360 Virtual tour online!

e degre 360 our online lt vir tua Absolutely charming 1,100 sq.ft 3 bedroom Boundary Bay Bungalow in prime location, 1 minute from beach! Picturesque front porch, with many features and updates including hardwood and tile ﬂooring, vaulted ceilings, newer paint, blinds, kitchen, appliances, updated bathroom, fencing, landscaping, etc! etc! 1 Short minute walk to the beach! Excellend Sunny Yard, do not miss this perfect cottage! Live the laid-back beach lifestyle! Check out 360 Virtual tour online!

135 67th Street, Tsawwassen

priced @ $599,900

e degre 360 our online lt vir tua Absolutely stunning 1,039 sq.ft, 2-Level, 3 bedroom townhome in Sought-after Harbourside! End unit! Large sun-drenched private yard overlooking green-space! Totally renovated with open-plan kitchen, new stainless steel appliances, new lamin ate, new windows and french doors, newer patio, new bathroom, paint, water tank, etc! etc! etc! Single garage, etc! Absolutely perfect ﬁrst-time buyer home with loads of space for your family! Priced for quick sale, don't miss this one! Check out 360 Virtual tour online!

4801 Turnbuckle Wynd, Ladner

priced @ $359,900

STUNNING EXECUTIVE HOME! e degre 360 our online lt vir tua Absolutely stunning 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, executive home in Ladner's Marina Garden Estates. Living room and great room with open plan. Large kitchen with Jenn Air and Bosch appliances, granite counters, ceramic tiles, hardwood ﬂooring, etc! Ensuites with all bedrooms! Home is in excellent condition and ready to move in! Sunny private rear yard, double garage, excellent corner lot with only 1 neighbour! priced for quick sale! Check 360 virtual tour online! don't miss this one!

5805 Fairwynd, Ladner

priced @ $869,900

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#123 - 1702 56th Str, Tsawwassen

4 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME! e degr e 360 our online lt vir tua Absolutely stunning 2,663 sq.ft. 4 bedroom and den 9 year young executive home in desirable West Ladner location! Main floor living down with bedroom up and a great flow! Home is in as-new condition with granite counters, stainless appliances, hardwood and tile flooring, hardiplank siding, stamped concrete, etc! Perfectly landscaped sun-drenched rear yard with mature banana trees! Home is priced to sell, do not miss this one! Check out 360 Virtual tour online!

5264 Crescent Drive, Ladner

priced @ $369,900

priced @ $809,900

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING CUSTOM HOME!

GREAT 2-LEVEL ON LARGE LOT!

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ABSOLUTELY STUNNING CUSTOM BUILT 2,853 sq.ft executive home in Ladner's Sought-after Victory South Subdivision. This home has EVERYTHING! High-end Silestone Counters, Maple kitchen, high-end light ﬁxtures, hardwood ﬂooring, Miele Steamer & oven, Perlick dble drawer freezer, Fisher & Paykel washing machine, 4 burner stove, etc etc. Vaulted ceilings, extensive moulding work, coffered ceilings, spice kitchen, great open plan.

Excellent 2-Level, 2,164 sq.ft 4 bedroom home on large 9,505 sq.ft corner lot (with circular driveway). Updated with new windows, doors, new paint, tile ﬂooring, original hardwood ﬂooring, upgraded bathroom, etc! Excellent location, walking distance to all amenities, large private lot! Home is easily suitable! Don't miss this one! Check out 360 virtual tour online!

priced @ $1,038,800

priced @ $629,900

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5208 Laurel Drive, Ladner

E HOUSPM N E OP Y 2-4 A SUND Excellent 4 bedroom and games family home in popular Stahaken! Main floor down, bedrooms and games up! Beautiful inground swimming pool with new heater, terraced yard, etc! Updates to home include new carpeting throughout, re-finished hardwood flooring and new hardwood upstairs, new on-demand water heater, most new window panes, all new lighting, etc! Excellent layout with large dining room, vaulted ceilings, a good sized family room with french doors to yard! Double garage, etc! Priced to sell! Check out 360 Virtual Tour online!

4738 Stahaken Pl., Tsawwassen

973 53A Street, Tsawwassen

ING D N E P OFFER

Don't miss this perfect 3 bedroom 2-Level townhome in Ladner's exclusive Central Park West! 3 yrs young, as new, NO HST! 1,339 sq.ft, open plan, with high quality finishings to include Custom crafted maple cabinetry, granite counters, Whirlpool appliances, undermount sink, hardwood floors, Kohler fixtures etc. Double Garage, St. Paul's 2-5-10 yr warranty. Live in the heart of Ladner, walk to the Historic Village Market in minutes! Lions park around the corner, schools within walking distance, this townhome has it all!

#9-4887 Central Ave, Ladner

priced @ $689,900

priced @ $489,900

BEAUTIFUL 2 BDRM, QUIET LOCATION!

MASSIVE 15,000 sq.ft lot!

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Excellent top ﬂoor 1,012 sq ft 2 bedroom unit in a popular complex right in the heart of Tsawwassen Town Centre. Very quiet location overlooking garden area. Unit has just been freshly painted, private balcony, gas ﬁreplace and ready to move in! Clean as a whistle! Priced to sell! Don't miss this opportunity.

Great 2 storey home (Main ﬂoor living down, bedrooms up) on massive 15,522 sq.ft lot. Home was built in 1990 and has many great features. Large living room, kitchen, family room with patio doors to private patio. Double garage, vinyl siding, home is set far back off street with large driveway. New roof. Check out 360 Virtual tour online and call for appointment today!

priced @ $269,900

priced @ $589,900

#329 - 1441 Garden Pl., Tsawwassen

EXCELLENT RENOVATED FAMILY HOME! e degr e 360 our online lt vir tua Extensively updated 2 level home on huge 7,987 sq.ft. south exposed lot! Updates include newer maple kitchen with open plan and bar stool island! Newer bathrooms, laminate ﬂooring, furnace, torch-on roof, driveway, paint, etc! Home is set up for a basement suite also! Single garage, huge yard! Just move in! Check out 360 virtual tour online!

6120 48A Avenue, Ladner

priced @ $589,900

636 52nd Street, Tsawwassen

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING

ING D N E P OFFER

2,400 sq.ft. 2-level home with mortgage helper! TOTALLY RENOVATED AS - NEW HOME! Too many upgrades to list here! Entirely new kitchen with cherry cabinets, new counters, pantry with glass door, stainless appliances, tile, backsplash, pot lights, breakfast bar, open plan to family room with french floors to covered balcony, etc! etc! FABULOUS bathrooms with glass door, new counters, tile shower, etc! High-quality engineered hardwood, crown mouldings and baseboard, new doors, light fixtures, all new electrical and insulation, new drywall, paint, ethernet throughout, LOW-E Windows, exterior gutters, fascia, vinyl soffits, 6 year roof, new decking, cedar railing, etc! etc! This home is as brand new, don't miss the opportunity! Great location, cul-de-sac location, self-contained 1 bdrm suite down, carport and garage! Walk to all amenities!

11827 85B Ave., North Delta

priced @ $619,900

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CUTE UPDATED RANCHER! e degre nline 0 6 3 o l tour vir tua

1330 sq.ft. 3 bedroom rancher with style! Large family room off kitchen, exposed wood beams, french doors to 100% private rear yard! Home has been updated with new laminate ﬂooring, kitchen, counters, some appliances, paint, new windows, roof (8 yrs), large double shop/garage.

5106 12th Avenue, Tsawwassen

priced @ $549,900

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Beautiful 1,128 sq.ft two bedroom condo in sought-after Ladner Pointe! Building has been totally rainscreened and is like new! Unit is spacious, with quiet exposure, newer carpet and paint, ready to occupy! Walk to grocery store and all amenities in one minute! Historic Ladner Village market, everything! Priced to quick sale! Check out the 360 virtual tour!

B403-4821 53rd Street, Ladner

priced @ $299,900

FABULOUS 2 YEAR YOUNG HOME! e degre 360 our online lt vir tua Beautiful 3 or 4 bedroom 2,100 sq.ft home in Ladner's desirable Bentley Lane Subdivision. 2 years young, with features such as granite counters, crown mouldings, hardwood ﬂooring, tile, etc! Large detached double garage at rear lane, 2-5-1 0 year warranty, etc! In the heart of Ladner, walking distance to nature trails, river, Historic Ladner Village Market, golf course, schools, etc! Don't miss this! Priced for immediate sale! Check out 360 Virtual tour online!

5156 Westminster Ave., Ladner

priced @ $759,900 ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL 923 SQ.FT 2 BEDROOM CONDO e degr e nline 0 6 3 o l tour vir tua Absolutely beautiful 923 sq.ft 2 bedroom condo in Sought-after Sunningdale #3 in the heart of Historic Ladner Village! Updated with new laminate, crown and baseboard mouldings, paint, appliances, etc! etc! etc! Nothing to do but move in! Beautiful spacious private balcony overlooking greenery! New roof in complex! Priced to sell! Check out 360 Virtual tour online! Don't miss this one!

#105 - 4758 53rd Street, Ladner

priced @ $289,900

WATERFRONT CONDO W/BOAT SLIP! 3,208 SQ.FT. SPLIT LEVEL FLOOR SUITE!

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Waterfront, Waterfront, Waterfront! Unobstructed south & west facing views! This is a beautiful updated 2 bedroom & den riverfront condo in the absolute heart of downtown Ladner! Newer openstyle kitchen, paint, updated bathrooms, crown moulding parquest, hardwood throughout, sundrenched large balconies (x2) where you can sit and look at your yacht parked in your very own 30 ft boat slip! Do not miss this stunning condo with unobstructed views! Great brick building.

Absolutely beautiful and unique split-level type home with mortgage helper! 3,208 sq.ft. , 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home situated on large 7,416 sq.ft. lot! Extensive addition and renovation done including open concept kitchens, 2-level self contained suite. Newer boiler/hot water tank, gutters, carpets, hardwood, stamped concrete walkways, exposed aggregate patios, concrete ﬂoors, newer roofs, etc.! Walk out your french doors from your open living/kitchen to the beautiful private yard! Separate games room with outdoor access from yard ready for you to entertain!

priced @ $429,900

priced @ $745,000

1,900 PLUS SQ. FT. PENTHOUSE!

EXCELLENT 2-LEVEL HOME!

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Stop right here! Rarely available 1,926 sq ft stunning penthouse unit at River West with 800 sq ft of decks! Feels like a large rancher! Updates include all new kitchen with quartz counters, etc! Newer carpets, appliances, Samsung & front loader washer/dryer with steam features, etc! etc! 9ft ceilings throughout plus 14ft vaulted ceilings in living room! 5 sets of patio doors to your massive sundrenched deck! Perfect for entertaining, etc! Price includes 32 ft boat slip! Do not miss this rare opportunity!

Excellent renovated 2 level on quiet street in desirable area! Updated kitchen, hardwood, roof, furnace, h/w tank, etc. Large lot 8216 sq.ft.! Don't miss this!! Walk to school, shops, etc! Check out 360 Virtual tour online! Don't miss this one! Priced to sell!

#218 - 4815 48th Avenue, Ladner

#309 - 4743 River Road West, Ladner

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5436 15B Avenue, Tsawwassen

1634 157th Street, White Rock

priced @ $629,900

priced @ $579,900

EXCELLENT FAMILY HOME

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Priced to sell! Great 1,820 sq.ft 3 or 4 bedroom side-split on large 7,616 sq.ft lot in West Ladner. Home has had upgrades to include some new windows, new rear deck, original hardwood ﬂooring, upgraded bathroom with jet tub, exterior bonus "ofﬁce' and workshop. Ready for your personal touch! Totally private rear yard with mature cedar hedging. Check out 360 virtual tour online.

5110 59th Street, Ladner

priced @ $539,900

Absolutely beautiful updated 2,200 SqFt 3 bedroom sprawling H-shaped rancher in desirable Deerﬁeld location on a large 9,236 SqFt lot. Upgraded kitchen, ﬂooring paint, bathrooms, furnace, irrigation system, etc! Beautiful sunny rear yard with 9 different types of fruit trees, etc! Great street appeal, great home, great location! Will not last. Don't miss this one. Check out 360-Virtual Tour online!

80 Deerﬁeld Drive, Tsawwassen

priced @ $829,900

AGENT LADNER/TSAWWASSEN #1#1 ININSOUTH DELTA 2011, 2012 2010, *Based on # of SALES FOR 2010! Based on NUMBER of sales IN 2010, 2011, and to-date 2012!

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Don’t miss this spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo in sought after Century House! This is an extremely well kept and clean condo, with 970 sq. ft. of well laid out space! 2 parking stalls, and a storage unit are included! Rarely available! This complex is close to all shopping and amenities!

# 305-1175 Ferguson Road, Tsawwassen

priced @ $259,900

WATERFRONT LIVING! Excellent 1,278 sq.ft 2 bedroom plus den view property in Ladner's very own Seafarer Marina Estates! Unit comes with a 30ft boat slip! 2 balconies, outdoor entry, 3 sets of patio doors onto 2 sun drenched balconies! Do not miss this one! Priced to sell immediately

#211-4815 48th Avenue, Ladner

priced @ $395,900

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e degr e 360 our online lt vir tua Wow! Rare! 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 pasture for your hobby farm desires! Picturesque barn, loads of parking space!

10429 64th Avenue, Ladner

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 @ $1,198,000

priced @ $359,900

2 STOREY PENTHOUSE!

EXCELLENT 2-LEVEL, METICULOUS CONDITION!

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Excellent 2 level, 1600 sq. ft. 2 bdrm. & den or 3 bdrm. penthouse in “Like New” Ladner Pointe. Sunny east & south exp., 2 balconies, vaulted ceilings, etc! Building has been totally rainscreened with warranty! New roof, windows, decks, gardens, hallways, etc. Don’t miss this!

Absolutely meticulous 2,000 sq.ft 2-level home, beautifully set on a large 7,621 sq.ft sunny corner lot in desirable subdivision, walking distance to Town Centre! Home has been lovingly cared for by same owner for last 30 years and has many upgrades including a large sun-drenched balcony with 3rd garage below, upgraded ﬂooring, kitchen, gas ﬁreplace, driveway, roof, double garage, etc! etc! Beautifully landscaped, ready to move in and make it your own! Home could easily be suited! Priced to sell! Do Not miss this one folks! Check out 360 Virtual tour online!

priced @ $429,900

priced @ $579,900

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this week with 3 offers 82.5ft x 129 ft 10,660 sq.ft regular shaped South exposed lot in very desirable location overlooking green ﬁeld, walking distance to Elementary Schools and High School! Potentially subdivideable! Do not miss this opportunity to subdivide into 2x5,300 sq.ft building lots and build your dream home! Call Listing agent for further details! Act immediately!

4960 45th Ave., Ladner

priced @ $729,900

What an opportunity. Currently a 13,207 sq.ft. lot with very livable old house. Owner has gone through all the subdivision hoops and has 3rd reading approval, civic engineering and stakes in, ready to go for 4th reading approval, to subdivide 2 RS6 building lots (6,300 sq.ft. and 6,900 sq.ft.). New buyer will need to put up costs for remaining subdivision fees. Ready to go! Don't miss this opportunity to develop 2 beautiful lots in excellent central location next toHawthorne School, and walking distance to Ladner Village!

5188 Central Ave., Ladner

priced @ $889,900

STUNNING EXECUTIVE HOME! MARINA GARDENS ESTATES

JUST SOLD

EXTENSIVELY RENOVATED

JUST SOLD

this week by Fraser

5303 Spetifore Cr., Tsawwassen

5233 Brigantine Rd, Ladner

5907 59th Street, Ladner

priced @ $928,800

priced @ $796,000

priced @ $709,000

54 SALES BY FRASER SO FAR IN 2012! That is 1 sale every 2.68 days!!

128 SALES BY FRASER IN 2011!

604.728.2845

personal real estate corporation

EXCELLENT 2 BEDROOM CONDO

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May 25, 2012 The Delta Optimist A41

*FRASER RANKED AT #4 OUT OF ALL REALTORS IN THE GREATER VANCOUVER REAL ESTATE BOARD IN 2011. Call Fraser today for UNBEATABLE Real Estate Marketing Expertise. Ask about my Vancouver Sun marketing campaign. *as of December 2011

Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street

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NEW LISTING $629,000

RUSS NUGENT

Direct Line 946-2766 email: rnugent@ladnerhomes.com

Living & Playing in Ladner for most of his life

RE/MAX PROGROUP REALTY 604-946-8000 New Listing 4849 Central Avenue, Ladner • 459,000

Parkside Estates! A wonderful 3 bedroom 3 bathroom unit with an upper ﬂoor Rec room. Some fresh painting & recently, new Vinyl windows, sliding doors, a gas ﬁreplace about 5 years ago. The Master Bedroom has a 2 piece Ensuite & Balcony. Loads of storage too! A warm & private fully landscaped yard & the Fence & Patio deck were just painted. Walk to the Bus, Shopping, Schools & Ladner Village. This is a wonderful well run & respected complex in the heart of the community.

New Listing #2 4785 48th Ave, Ladner • $389,900

Open Sunday 2-4 5459 Chestnut Crescent, Ladner New on market. Great family home in very desirable area. Main floor contains large living rm with fireplace, dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and hard wood flooring throughout. Downstairs mostly updated with recreation room, den, bedroom and 4 pce bath. Perfect for in laws. Home includes newer roof, windows and hot water tank and so close to shopping, transit and recreation. Don’t miss your chance on this home.

Frank Becir 604-862-5731 Regency Realty Ltd.

Comfortable 1457 square foot 3 bed & 2 bathroom Townhome with a Family Room. Big kitchen, & bright eating area with sunny views out to the west. The Living room & dining area share a gas ﬁreplace. New carpets have just been installed throughout the home. A private patio that has 2 storage sheds complete with power & lots of room for those man toys! 2 Secure parking spots at your door. Walk the Dyke trail along the River to Ladner Town Center!

4702 46A Street, Ladner • $569,000 Wonderful 3 bed 2 bath Rancher on a nice sun drenched south east exposed 60 X 100 foot lot, and close to town center! Updates include all new windows and some ﬂooring. Hot Water tank is 3 years old. Comes with a double garage, and some room for an RV or boat. Nice semi private back yard, patio and a garden shed round out this very comfortable home, great for ﬁrst time and downsizing owners!

5314 Belair Crescent, Tsawwassen • $649,900 2485 square foot 3 bedroom Spanish style basement entry family home on a great south exposed lot in a nice neighborhood. Master Bedroom has a remodeled 3 piece ensuite with a full 2 person shower. Kitchen is bright & cheery with some updating & faces south with views out over the big newly fenced backyard. Downstairs has a rec room with wet bar & plenty of storage, & a family room. All windows have been updated, & a new rear deck with metal railings. This is a truly nice family home.

WATERFRONT ~ 4407 River Road West, Ladner • 839,000 RARE WATERFRONT 66 X 63.5 foot building lot on the River shores! Owner has been working with the Authorities & agreements are in process. Sewer, water, gas, cable & telephone are at lot line. 15 feet of more upland is possible with the addition of rip rap rock & a new mud sill for grasses. Zoning allows an Upland home of about 2000 sq. ft, a Float home & Boat moorage. Views of Sunsets, Treed Islands, Marshes, Waterfowl & Mountains, add to this truly private paradise!

604-943-7411 1333 56th Street Delta, B.C. V4L 2A6

www.ladnerhomes.com www.ladnerrealestate.net

Teri Steele.com

604.897.2010 MLS Medallion Presidents Club Lifetime Member

NORTH SHORE VIEWS 4833 13TH AVE., TSAW. $1,550,000

VIEW IN THE VILLAGE! 1110 SHAMAN CRES., TSAW. $1,400,000

Totally renovated 2515 sq.ft. 4 bedroom/4 bath family home situated on a quiet crescent in Tsawwassen's premier subdivision on a 8800 sq.ft. westerly exposed lot. This open, yet, traditional plan offers Master on the Main with 3 bedrooms up. The Gourmet's kitchen has granite counters stainless appliances, slate ﬂoors and overlooks dining room and out through French doors to the raised deck. There's a family room on the main plus a games room down. Everything is done: roof, windows, furnace, hardwood ﬂoors. You'll fall in love!

Absolutely beautiful traditional home graciously situated on a 13,000 sq.ft. flat lot with views of the North Shore and Coast Mountains. The gardens have north and south patios, water features and hot tub. The main floor has a gourmet's kitchen with centre island and granite counters, flanked by the living and dining rooms with 2 storey windows and feature fireplace on one side and the family room on the other. There's a den and games room down as well. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms two masters with full ensuites one with a view and one with a fireplace. An estate like property with the comforts of home.

Beautiful renovated Fleming Designed Rancher with a full walk out to private pool and spa situated in the Village on a 9,600 sq. ft. lot with views of Boundary Bay. This stunning renovation offers open concept plan with maple kitchen overlooking living & dining areas and out to private decks. Three bedrooms up: Master has new 4 piece ensuite, walk in closet and French doors to a deck. There are 2 bedrooms and a games room down. Superb quality and ﬁnishing make this a dream come true.

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 PM 457 MILSOM WYND, TSAW. $719,000

GOLF COURSE VIEW 204 - 1400 VIEW CRES., TSAW. $449,900

CONCRETE BUILDING 404 - 1350 VIEW CRES., TSAW. $437,000

NEW TO MARKET! Beautifully renovated 4 bedroom split level in Pebble Hill situated on a private southerly exposed lot with covered and open patios. The open concept plan has stunning white kitchen with stainless and granite accents overlooking living and dining rooms. There are 3 bedrooms up with 2 new bathrooms and a 4th bedroom down with its own new ensuite. A games and media room top it off. Lovely designer accents and bamboo and tile ﬂoors make this a treat to view!

LA MIRAGE! A Concrete building just steps to shops and transportation yet quietly located overlooking 17th Fairway of Beach Grove. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath 1250 sq.ft. corner suite has lots of light, 9 ft. ceilings, hardwood ﬂoors and large balcony off living room and master bedroom. Just move in!

THE CLASSIC! Beautifully renovated 1440 sq.ft. S/E suite in a concrete building just steps to shops and transportation. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite has A SUNNY SOUTH BALCONY, a newer galley kitchen with separate eating area, a living and dining room with a heritage surround ﬁreplace and a Master with sitting area, walk in closet and 4 piece ensuite with separate shower and soaker tub. Just move in!

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May 25, 2012 The Delta Optimist A43

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6049437411

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OPEN SUNDAy 2-4 PM

RIVER WEST OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, MAY 27TH 2-4 #110 - 4743 W RIVER RD, LADNER Offered at: $424,500

167-5421 10TH AVE., tsaw.

RARELY AVAILABLE 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE IN SUNDIAL VILLA

Spacious, sunny south west exposure in a desirable complex. Many updates in this home including the bathrooms, kitchen, double glazed windows & sliding glass doors, built in closet organizers and a new hot water tank. There is also a river rock wood burning ﬁreplace and sliding glass doors onto the private courtyard from the living room and dining room. Insuite laundry, a storage locker and secure underground parking make this a great complex. Walking distance to shopping, recreation and transportation.

RIVER FRONT PROPERTY in River West, one of Ladner’s most desirable, adult-oriented, rain screened complexes with many features including recreation room, exercise room, hot tub, workshop and large storage areas.This spectacular 1,341 sqft., 2 bed, 2 full bath unit has a western exposure that overlooks courtyard gardens. Open plan with 9’ceilings easily accommodates house size furniture. Newer stainless appliances and washer and dryer. Kitchen has room for table and chairs/sitting area. Master boasts large walk-in closet and spacious ensuite with tub and separate shower. Balcony access from living room, master and second bedroom.This unit is not to be missed. See you at the open house! For photos go to www.robynanderson.ca Note - this is not a ground level unit.

$419,000

TRG - The Residential Group Realty #101 - 1965 West 4th Avenue Vancouver, BC V6J 1M8

REGENCY REALTY LTD.

Jeff Jantzi 604.928.0382

info@jeffjantzi.ca

#8-5511 48B Ave. Asking Price $668,900 #2-4780 55B St. OPEN SAT/SUN 2-4 PM

Your chance to move into a brand new, quality custom built home in the heart of West Ladner. This 3 bedroom, den, 3 bathroom home has been professionally designed and includes a bonus 260+ sq.ft. loft space. Save on monthly bills and never run out of hot water with this home high efficiency Viessmann gas boiler and on demand water system. Other features include hot water radiant heating on both floors, engineered hardwood floors, s/s appliances, quartz countertops, maple cabinets, gas fireplace and extensive millwork throughout. The spacious master suite has a large walk in closet and a 4 piece spa inspired ensuite with a soaker tub. The private backyard is fully landscaped, fenced and includes a gas hookup for your BBQ. Call today to book your private showing!

#53-2603 162nd St

www.jeffjantzi.ca

Asking Price $569,900 4972 59th Street

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Asking $778,000 #201-16455 64th Ave

Spacious, bright, superior finishing are just a few ways to describe this truly elegant Frank Lloyd Wright inspired 4 bedroom townhome. You will love entertaining in your gourmet kitchen (gas stove) with its maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances and how it opens up to the great room. The lower level recreation room is perfect for watching hockey games and you have a well laid out wet bar. Upstairs you have 3 large bedrooms, plenty of storage, washer/ dryer and a very nice master ensuite. Additional upgrades include: hardwood floors on two levels, temperature controlled wine cellar, 3 gas fireplaces, window screens, painted garage floor, main floor sound system and built in storage in garage, den, pantry. Call today to book your private showing!!!

BA, ABR, SRES

Wow! A newer home on a quiet street which offers 4 bedrooms/4 full bathrooms at a great price! You will love the main floor as it is perfect for entertaining with its spacious family room just off the kitchen. The kitchen features granite counters, gas stove, s/s appliances, island, wine rack and plenty of storage. Also there is easy access to the large outdoor living area which is perfect for summer BBQ. On the 2nd floor, you have a huge master bedroom as well as 3 additional bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms which comes in handy when everyone is getting ready. This home also features hot water radiant heating on both floors and a fully fenced backyard. Don’t miss out on this lovely home!

Asking $639,888 #2-5511 48B Ave

Rarely offered spacious 2 bedroom plus den corner suite which has a golf course view is now available to buyers who are looking to purchase in the sought after St. Andrews at Northview. You will love the layout of this home as well as the chef inspired kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. In addition this home has radiant heating, hardwood ﬂooring, plenty of storage and a very nice master ensuite. Also this lovely home has a huge covered deck which you can access through the 2 sliding doors or from the master bedroom. The amenities are amazing at St. Andrews (pool, sauna, ﬁtness centre) and you will feel like you are on vacation when you live here!

Asking Price $799,800

Asking Price $668,900

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SUTTON GROUP - SEAFAIR REALTY

1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen (T) 604.943.3110 (F) 604.943.6155

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Whether you're Buying or Selling, call Jeff as he is the right agent for Today's Market!

A44 The Delta Optimist May 25, 2012

The Chancey Team Bob & Linda Chancey

604.946.8899

www.deltarealty.ca

Blake Chancey Unlicensed Assistant

#1 AGENT IN LADNER & TSAWWASSEN FOR 11 YEARS*

JUST LISTED

ABSOLUTE COUNTRY CHARM!

Come and enjoy the unobstructed view of North Shore Mountains + Waterfront! On Canal. Traditional 2 level home with lots of room for a large family. Situated on a 60 x 125’ lot which allows for great family fun in the backyard.

Call Bob or Linda 604-946-8899

For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360 Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

6053 Crescent Drive, Ladner • $674,800

SUTTON GROUP - WEST COAST REALTY

*These Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver statistics are based on combined listing and sales. #1 Agent REBGV 1986. #2 Agent REBGV 1987. #3 Agent REBGV 1985 & 1988 #1 Agent in S. Delta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team) MLS Presidents Club for 10 years 1984-1992 and 2007*

WEST COAST

**Based on The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver career statistics for Bob &/or Linda Chancey *”77 SALES PER YEAR” is based on sales in the last 6 years 2006-2011 inclusive & best 6 years 1985-1990 inclusive (12 year average)

WEST COAST

May 25, 2012 The Delta Optimist A45

The Chancey Team Bob & Linda Chancey

604.946.8899

www.deltarealty.ca

Blake Chancey Unlicensed Assistant

#1 AGENT IN LADNER & TSAWWASSEN FOR 11 YEARS*

JUST LISTED NEW HOME FOR A BIG FAMILY

Bright & spacious 2,472 square foot, 3 year young executive home with open great room concept. Offering gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar, granite counters, 3 zone radiant hot water heat, hardi board siding, 9' ceilings and more. 4 bedrooms up with 1 more on the main floor. 4 full baths - all upstairs bedrooms include ensuites. Master bedroom with 5 piece ensuite and separate shower. Located close to Holly School & Park. Easy access to highway. Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899 For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360O Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

6201 48A Avenue, Ladner $828,000

HANDYMAN SPECIAL!

ll out the tools and get to work on this 1,250 square foot 3 bedroom rancher located on a 7,212 square foot lot. Quiet cul-de-sac location, south back yard. Terrific west Ladner location. JUST LISTED. Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899 For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360O Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

5504 46A Avenue, Ladner $529,800

START PACKING...IT’S A REAL GEM CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION Custom built Rancher with loft. Tucked away in a quiet cul-

de-sac...Location! Formal living room, dining room with vaulted ceilings. MASTER BEDROOM & 5 pce ensuite, 2nd bedroom, cozy kitchen, eating area and family room! Loft area with 3rd bedroom, games room and a full bath. 2,142 square feet. 2 x 6 construction. Bring your decorating ideas. Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899 For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360O Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

5316 Augusta Pl., Tsaw $719,000

Beautifully updated split level home in absolutely fantastic location. Main floor boasts entertainment sized living room, dining area and spacious kitchen with eating bar. Family room, bedroom, den, laundry and 3 piece bath all on lower level. Upstairs with 3 bedrooms, master bedroom with 3 piece ensuite. NEW & UPDATED ... flooring, bathrooms, light fixtures, countertops, crown mouldings, some windows, 2 year roof ... a very long list. Centrally located in very desirable west Ladner location. Large, south exposed corner lot. Nothing to do but move right in! JUST LISTED so call today. Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360O Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

5428 46th Ave., Ladner REDUCED TO $649,000

SUTTON GROUP - WEST COAST REALTY

WEST COAST

A46 The Delta Optimist May 25, 2012

The Chancey Team Bob & Linda Chancey

604.946.8899

www.deltarealty.ca

Blake Chancey Unlicensed Assistant

#1 AGENT IN LADNER & TSAWWASSEN FOR 11 YEARS*

JUST LISTED

LOCATION! LOCATION!

2 level home in Ladner. Terrific family neighborhood, quiet street, nice south exposed back yard. Original oak floors through much of the main floor. Newer roof & hot water tank. Great location, walk to bus loop, rec center including arena, indoor pool, gym, skate park, gymnastics & parks For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360O Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

5560 Maple Crescent, Ladner • $579,800

JUST LISTED CRESCENT ESTATES RANCHER

GET MOVING....

Fabulous 2,159 square foot rancher with loft, located in sought after East Ladner neighbourhood! Main floor with living room, cross hall dining, kitchen, eating area, family room, master bedroom & den/bedroom. Loft with 2 nice size bedrooms plus a full bath. Corner lot - new fencing. Private patio & garden. New $24,000 metal roof. Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

Call today to view this well cared for, original condition 1,425 square foot rancher on a 7,000 square foot lot. Entertainment size living room, formal dining area, bright u-shaped kitchen and eating area, 2 large bedrooms, master with 3 piece ensuite. Located on a quiet street, yet centrally located close to schools, shops and bus. South exposed back yard with large deck. Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360O Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

6299 Crescent Place, Ladner $699,000

5334 Camaro Drive, Tsaw $579,000

SUTTON GROUP - WEST COAST REALTY

WEST COAST

May 25, 2012 The Delta Optimist A47

The Chancey Team Bob & Linda Chancey

604.946.8899

www.deltarealty.ca

Blake Chancey Unlicensed Assistant

#1 AGENT IN LADNER & TSAWWASSEN FOR 11 YEARS*

BEACH! QUIET! VIEW!

Wow... a very rare offering. Fabulous 1,820 square foot 1/2 duplex is located just 2 blocks to BEACH in desirable Beach Grove; backing onto FARMLAND with a great view. Total of 3 bedrooms, den, family room. Interior is in mint condition .. interior all upgraded within last 7 years including flooring, appliances, roof and more. New Windows last year! You won’t be disappointed. Get in to see this immediately. Wired shed could be a small workshop, etc. Walk to beach, park or just sit and enjoy the serenity in your own backyard. Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899 For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360O Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

5855 - 17A Avenue, Tsaw $568,500

JUST LISTED

ROSEWOOD COURT

End unit 1,500 square foot townhome in desirable, quality built Rosewood Court. Walk to shops, close to library, rec centre & more. Total of 3 bedrooms, 2/1/2 baths. Upstairs all newly painted. Radiant het on main floor. Living room with gas fireplace, dining room, kitchen & family room overlooking patio/yard. 1 covered parking & 1 open. Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899 For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360O Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

#17, 4748 54A St., Ladner $458,900

JUST LISTED

OPPORTUNITY AWAITS YOU... FINALLY A PLACE TO RELAX

Split level floor plan with 3 bedroom up, large living room, dining room, eating area and kitchen on main floor; lower level features nice size family room, den, laundry and a 2 car garage. Solid one owner home ready for your renovating ideas. Total of 2,052 square feet, 2 1/2 baths. Easy care 7,309 square foot lot with south exposed back yard. Located close to schools, shops, bus and parks. Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899 For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360O Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

NEW EVERYTHING... from drywall and flooring to cabinets & fixtures. This truly desirable top floor, south east corner condo is a must to see right away! Large bright living room with lots of windows and wrap around deck. Spacious eating area; terrific totally redone kitchen with loads of cabinets & pantry with pull out drawers; newer appliances including built in microwave and dishwasher. 2 good size bedrooms - master with updated 2 piece bath. Spacious main bathroom - like new! Lots of closets with built in organizers. Great central location, close to beach, golf, rec centre, arts centre. Walk to shops, restaurants and library. Includes 2 U/G parking and storage locker. Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

4934 12th Avenue, Tsaw $679,000

303-1175 Ferguson Rd., Tsaw $294,800

For Photo’s, Floor Plans & 360O Tours go to www.deltarealty.ca

SUTTON GROUP - WEST COAST REALTY

WEST COAST

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SHEEHY, John Oct 25, 1931 - May 20, 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the death of John Sheehy of Tsawwassen. John is mourned by his wife Lynne, son Sam, daughter Shawn and grandchildren Zsofin Sheehy, Sarah Stewart, Reynold Stewart and Liam Stewart. John was born in Dingle, Co. Kerry, a fishing town in Ireland. He moved to London in the fifties where he met and married Lynne, a Canadian. They spent the next 35 years in England with brief stays in Iraq and Lesotho, immigrating to Canada in 1993. John was interested in politics and world affairs; his greatest joy, apart from watching his grandchildren grow up, was playing snooker. An honourable and ethical man, John treated people with decency and respect. We will miss him immeasurably. There will be no ceremony. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kinsmen Recreation Centre in Tsawwassen.

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Delta Community Living Society People who value people

VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR

Delta Community Living Society is a non-proﬁt organization that provides various supports to people with developmental disabilities. We are currently seeking a full time Vocational Instructor to cover a one year maternity leave at one of our community locations. The position will require some weekend and evening work. The successful applicant will have education and or experience in assisting job seekers to discover their employment interests, skills and strengths, marketing and meeting with various employers to secure inclusive employment opportunities for job seekers, job development and job coaching in various locations and environments. Experience in providing services to adults with development disabilities is essential. The successful candidate will also meet the following requirements: • Clear criminal record check, valid 1st Aid, medical clearance, clean driver’s abstract and Class 4 driver’s license (or the ability to obtain one within 3 months of employment) To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume in conﬁdence to MONICA DANYLUK, HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, mdanyluk@dcls.ca or online at www.dcls.ca

FEATURED EMPLOYMENT HR/Payroll Administrator

Mid-sized Delta Construction Company is seeking an experienced HR/Payroll Administrator. This position is responsible for administering all payroll and benefit plans for approx. 150 employees (union and non-union). Serves as primary contact and support for all aspects of the HR Management System (including recruitment), benefit programs, regulatory requirements and payroll issues. Ensure that all payroll and benefit functions are administered in a timely, accurate and confidential manner. Mandatory requirements: • CPA designation or near completion • Bachelor’s Degree in HR or Accounting Degree • Minimum 5 years exp. in HR and in-house payroll with generalist responsibilities • Construction or Manufacturing experience required • Advanced knowledge of MS Office • Excellent communications skills E-mail applications including cover letter to: careers@jjmconstruction.com. Thank you in advance and note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.

JJM Construction Ltd.

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For Sale Miscellaneous

COMPOST FOR SALE Composted cow manure. Great for gardens. $5 per yard Call: (604)-854-0669 Call: (604) 798-3498 EXERCISE BIKE, fold up, good condition $60. 604-940-8506

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Furniture

WHEELCHAIR, 'TILT', suits 180lb, gel cushion, $2200. Silver plate tea/coffee set, 5 pce $100, all obo. Call 604-943-1036 LARGE 3 piece oak wall unit w/glass fronted doors $100. Large square oak & glass coffee table $50. Kenmore sewing machine in nice cabinet, can be used separately $100. Propane BBQ $10. Several pictures, some quiet large + drapes 604-943-7796 MOVING SALE Ikea Media Storage Unit 96”l x 70”h $275. Ivory Sofa $415; Loveseat $315, will sell both w removable Surefit covers. Coffee Table – glass top w/Dk Brn wood base $55. Light Oak Bedroom Set - 6pc $875. IKEA Kitchen Table- round clear birch, metal legs w/4 chairs $75. Antique Rocking Chair - sturdy $150. 604.940.1656 Offers Scooter with new battery, with basket, exc cond, 1 yr old, like new, $1500 obo, 604-734-6685 STEREO HI FI 25-30 yrs old, records included $200. dishes, silverware & glassware $50. Salad maker $25. 604-946-5819 TRAMPOLINE, 14 FT round by Sundance. Excellent cond & quality $995. 604-946-6551

ONYX Tables Onyx Coffee Tble $210. Onyx Nest $225. Call: (604) 948-9862

Discover a World of Possibilities in the Classifieds!

WILSON GOLF CLUBS, left handed, hand cart, other access. $250obo. Don 604-943-0186

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40' square coffee table, antique brass base, 1/2' bevelled glass top, $175 obo. 2 Brass lamps $50 each, 604-948-1825

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Furniture

GORGEOUS Dining Room Set: $2900. Or Buffet and Hutch: $1450. Gorgeous all wood dining room set: table, 72" long, 44" wide, plus 2 leaves, each 18" long and 44" wide. Buffet and Hutch, 85" high, 73" wide. Will only sell buffet and hutch separately. email: lgfierling@gmail.com

PATIO TABLE, 4 chairs & umbrella, paid $1800 will sell $400 obo, 604-943-1192 btwn 4-7pm

QUEEN SIZE Mattress Set Brand New. Original Plastic. Never Used. Must sell $200 Call: (604) 790-0021

1 DAY COURSES – ONLY $62!

Richmond: June 10 or July 7 Surrey: Every Saturday Also Bby • Coq • P.Meadows • Van • Lgly Health Inspector Instructors! ADVANCE Continuing Education BC’s #1 Foodsafe Choice Since 2003! INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Sites in AB & BC. Hands on real world machine training. NO Simulators. Start any Monday. Funding options. www.IHESchool.com 1-866-399-3853

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Childcare Available

Book Now for Summer

Fully qualified Mom of 5yr old, central Ladner. Full & part-time daycare in my happy home. Good rates, 1st Aid Cert. Must be ok with friendly pets. References available. Niki 604-306-3554 niki_crampton@live.ca

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GAS Lawnmower/Ladder/ Spreader $100/40/20 by May 31. 604-817-0534

Childcare Wanted for twins age 4, must be flexible, (some early 5:30am shift). Call 604-940-8488 email: tracey.ahern@me.com

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Garage Sale

HIGH END Moving Sale, 514 Erin Place Sunday May 27, 10AM-2PM Custom chaise lounge chairs, a desk, dining table with chairs, bar stools, plants, art (Robert Bateman), men & women’s designer clothes & shoes and more! Call 604-716-9079 to view anything earlier!

MINI-PINS 1 female, 1 male, tails, shots, vet checked $750 to approved homes. Call after 6pm 604-791-1564

LADNER Garage Sale 5555 Commodore Drive Saturday May 26, 9 AM - 2 PM Something for Everyone! Household and Garden Items Christmas Items, Books, Cards Rain or Shine!

SAVE A LIFE. Wonderful rescue dogs from Foreclosed Upon Pets. Spay/neutered, regular vaccinations & rabies, microchipped. $449 adoption fee, avail at your local Petcetera stores.

2050 Benson Road, POINT ROBERTS, WA Saturday May 26, 9am-2pm Sunday May 27, 9am-2pm Point Roberts Primary School Annual Garage Sale. 100% of proceeds benefit Point Roberts Primary PTO. Huge sale, incredible variety and lots of ANTIQUES! Bake sale too! Rain or Shine. 1703 Braid Road, YARD SALE Saturday May 26, 9 am - 12 pm Mrs. E’s Plant Sale. 1 gal. Perennials $2. Sedum, hosta, grasses, etc. Proceeds to Beach Grove School Garden Club. Rain or Shine.

Ladner

Cats

KITTENS, MANY different colours, litter box trained, $25 ea. Ph604-795-7662 leave message

GARAGE SALES

Fila Guard Dog Pups owners closest friend. Thieves worst nightmare. All shots. Ready now! 604-817-5957

PUREBRED Pitbull Puppies vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed, 9wks, $650. Call: 1-(604) 989-2377

LAB Cross 8 weeks black/ brown 5 avail. good with kids $300. Call: (604) 798-2562

BARN YARD SALE Sat, May 26th 11am - 4pm 5290 64th St, E Ladner Garden tools, mowers, tools, etc.

Ladner

PB RAGDOLL kittens, vet ✔ 1st shots, dewormed, health guar., $450 & up Cel # 604-477-9961

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Pet Services

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Ladner United Church GARAGE SALE! Sat, May 26th, 8am-12 noon 4960 48th Ave.

Household items, lrg collection of Military History books and so much more!!!

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Garage Sale

Ladner

HUGE 6 Person YARD SALE

Sat. May 26th, 9am - 1 pm 4649 Evergreen Lane Furn, jewlery, china, books, dvd’s, fabrics, area rugs, dolls, clothes, exerciser, $1 box (everthing $1 each) lots of stuff follow the pink signs.

TSAW

MOVING SALE Sat, May 26th 10am-12noon 927 - 51 A Street

Couch, dressers, tables, shuffleboard table, hh items, TSAW

GARAGE SALE Sat May 26th 9am - 1pm, 4979 2A Ave

Very old high chair, clothes, tools, and household items.

TSAW

GARAGE SALE Sat May 26th 9am - 1pm, 49792A Ave

Very old high chair, clothes, tools, and household items.

TSAWWASSEN

2 FAMILY GARAGE SALE Sat, May 26, 9am-1pm 1320 Farrell Ave

Household itemes, CD’s, something for everyone. Rain or Shine..

Tsawwassen IODE Boundary Bay Chapter Charity Garage Sale! Sat. May 26 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 589 English Bluff Rd Loads of great bargains!

Tsawwassen

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STAMPS wanted Collector looking to buy stamp collections. email: swisshouse@shaw.ca

RAGDOLL KITTENS, 1st shot, F & M, worming, raised underfoot to fam home, $450+. 604-581-2772

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION ! 604-724-7652

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Call 604-630-3300 to place your ad

MOVING/ DOWNSIZING SALE

LADNER

Wanted to Buy

MAPLE TABLE $350, four chairs $235; Garden Harvest dishes, 64 pcs $175. Call: (604) 307-0404

WOOD CRIB (cream colour); china cabinet & hutch; Roxton dining room table + 4 chairs + buffet; Sklar chesterfield & loveseat; 2 velvet forest green swivel rockers; La-Z-Boy Hide-a-bed, pink/beige velvet; Q-size BR ste: Headboard, dresser, armoire & 2 night tables; Sealy twin bed + mattress. Call 604-789-1518 or 604-945-8535

CHIHUAHUA PUPS, teacups, $800 + up. vet check, dewormed, shots, congenital health quar. 604-760-1940 or 604-467-8778

Childcare Wanted

Tools & Equipment

Moving Sale!! Dining room table, 6 chrs, buffet & hutch. Blush colored leather sofa, 2 chrs, lrg ottoman + more... obo. All in Good Condition! 604-943-9119

BEAUTIFUL MAHOGANY dropleaf dining table with four chairs, in excellent condition. Especially well designed for where you don’t have a lot of space. $700. Call John at 604-209-6562

FOODSAFE

MOVING?

Furniture

3 PC living room set Lane, new neutral microfibre pd $3500 sacrifice $2500. 604-940-1934 Ladner

Education

Call 604.795.4417 to Advertise

2100 MOVING - Excellent Furniture in Great Condition Solid 48" Oak Dining Table, leaf + 4 chairs $425; Almost new 8’ cotton sofa $275; Queen Solid Pine 4-poster bed $200; Solid Oak Media Centre $25; New bone low-flo toilet - not used $50; Double Maple Bed $25; 18 Spd Mountain Bike $40 email: marandway@telus.net

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Dogs

604-272-7213

BED, SCANDINAVIAN, double, solid teak $200. Call 604-943-2882 Bushlark Tyme colored loveseat w/matching recliner, $300. Call 604-943-0105

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Dogs

ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding, $499+. 604-590-3727 or 604-514-3474 www.puppiesfishcritters.com BERNESE MNT dogs family raised, 1m & 1 f, ready to go $950. Ph 604-795-7662 leave message

STAIN/PET URINE TREATMENT Specialist in carpet, sofa, mattress cleaning. 604-536-7627 www.emerald.chemdry.ca

Garage Sale

6351 43A Ave

Sat, May 26th 9am - 1pm 5468 - 1st Ave

Huge Selection incls bikes, kids stuff, furniture, tools, toys, etc.

Almost everything must go, furniture, household items, kids, etc.

Sat May 26th, 9-2 East Ladner

Cares! The Delta Optimist has partnered with the BC SPCA to encourage responsible pet guardianship and the humane treatment of animals. Before purchasing a new puppy, ensure the seller has provided excellent care and treatment of the animal and the breeding parents. For a complete guide to ﬁnding a reputable breeder and other considerations when acquiring a new pet, visit spca.bc.ca.

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REAL ESTATE

Metaphysical

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Real Estate Services

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Agents

TRUE ADVICE! TRUE Clarity! TRUE PSYCHICS! 1-877-342-3032 or 1-900-528-6256 or mobile # 4486 (18+) $3.19/min. www.truepsychics.ca

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Travel Destinations

PT. ROBERTS summer vacation home for rent $500wk or $1,600/mth, fully furn 10- min to beach 604-782-7876

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Business Services

Business Opps/ Franchises

A Great Janitorial Franchise Opportunity

*Annual starting revenue of $12,000-$120,000 *Guaranteed cleaning contracts *Professional training provided *Financing available *Ongoing support *Low down payment required

Are you looking to make a move this year?

Contact Sarah Dennis 778-896-0619 for a complimentary Market Analysis on your home + Receive a Report outlining 5 things to do before you sell your home!

www.sarahdennis.ca denniss@sutton.com 778-896-0619

ADAM LLOYD 604.526.2888 Re/Max Advantage Realty Buy or Sell with Me and Use My Truck for Free! www.AdamLloyd.ca adamlloyd@remax.net

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BUSINESSES FOR SALE

FOR SALE AUTOMOTIVE Repair Shop

Avail in North Vancouver ★ with DEALERS LICENSE ★ ■ all equipment included ■ Ready to operate ■ Established business

Serious Inquiries only Call OWNER 604-612-5536 for further information.

6008 Seniors special age 55+ Ask about free legal fees for seniors. Chilliwack 604-846-6506 Abbotsford 604-852-5592 No obligation consultation. Al Dahl...Lighthouse Realty. www.aldahl.com

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Real Estate Services

www.coverall.com

6008-06

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Legal Services

CRIMINAL RECORD? Money-back guarantee. 100,000+ Record Removals since 1989. A+ BBB Rating. Only $45.50/month - Assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO BOOKLET - 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) www.RemoveYourRecord.com

#210-815-4TH AVE, Uptown New West. 1BR, $148,000, Lrg Bright Rms. 650 SF. Full Reno; All flrs, 4 S/S Appls, New Plumbing, Roof, 125 Amp Panel/ 20 outlets, Indoor Pool, Meeting Rm, Prkg, Dogs & Kids ok. 7 blocks to N. West skytrain, 4 blocks to 180 stores, 40 acre, Moody Park. Great Unobstructed Views of Century Houses & mature gardens, Pics>http://vancouver.kijiji.ca/ c-ManageMyAds. No agents pls. Call John 778-397-0508

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Maple Ridge/ Pitt Mead.

Desirable North Vancouver www.mytownhouseforsale.com Paul: 604-789-4924

OPEN HOUSE Sat May 19th 2-4pm,SPACIOUS 2 bed/2 Bath 925 sq. ft. $429,000.Grt open plan, gas f/p. C10-332 Lonsdale Ave. Troy Re/Max Select Prpty 604-737-8865

Introducing the new

N. WEST: Uptown, 2 BR, Sunny west exp, inste W/D + 4 appls, F/P, sec prkg, locker. Rentals/ Pets OK. Near transit. $215,500. HIRA • Sutton• 604-318-9474

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Port Coquitlam

#1010 – 6631 Minoru Blvd. Regency Park Towers, Beautiful, large 1 BR end unit, with fabulous views, walk to everything, very clean. $288,300. Gabriel, Prudential Sterling, 604.999.6190

Cancer June 21-July 22: Retreat, lie low, contemplate and plan. You’ve entered a month of sweet solitude. This is a great time to meditate, to seek counselling, whether in spiritual, ﬁnancial, psychological or other areas. (These trends – therapy, counselling and self-knowing – will expand and bless you for 13 months.) Be restful; take power naps. Eat and dress sensibly. Chase money Sunday. Short trips, communications and details ﬁll Monday/Tuesday. Heading for home or taking a “security” stance raises opposition Wednesday (but go ahead anyway) and succeeds Thursday. Romantic notions late week? Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Wishes can and do come true. And they will, this week and the next few – and for 13 months! Right now, your “most likely to come true” desires centre on career/ambition, and casual but sweet friendship. By late June onward your wishes will tend to swirl around social joys, light romance, heavy romance, creative projects, speculative risks and travel – and at least one of these will come true – probably two, possibly four! (But remember, don’t let wishes or socializing govern your life before September.) You shine Sunday. Chase money Monday/ Tuesday. Home, relax, late week. Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: The weeks (and 13 months) ahead boost your career and worldly standing. This might come about through real estate, a move to another neighbourhood, or from the ending of a job role that holds you back. Be ambitious, strive for success, but, before September, don’t engage in anything underhanded, don’t cut corners or heedlessly push higher-ups for recognition. Rest, lie low Sunday. Your energy and clout return strongly Monday/Tuesday. Tuesday night’s lucky. Protect your money Wednesday; chase more Thursday. Errands, talk, travel, details and paperwork succeed Friday/ Saturday.

For Sale by Owner

6015

3516 Matapan St. Vancouver Older 4 BR house, very nice area, local to everything. $895,000. To view call 604-518-8100

5049 SMITH AVE., BURNABY Brand new single duplex, 5 BR, 4 baths, rentable ste, $839,000. To view call 604-518-8100 DRIVE BY 1618 Grant deluxe 1 br+den, 820 sf, nr all ammens, $220 k, Jim 604-786-7977 amexrlty

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Vancouver East Side

Open House Sat 3-5 #220-711 E 6th Ave Vcr. Funky 1 Bdrm Mt Pleasant. $249,000 Completely Reno’d DAN SKALNIK 606-377-7008 Coldwell Banker Westburn dan@realestatehomes.net www.realestatehomes.net 'Bringing People Together'

S. Surrey/ White Rock

S.SRY, 15298-20 Ave, Top flr, 2 BR, 2 bath, 1150sf, 6 appls, f/p, balc, prkg, rec facility. $289,900. Rent/own. No agent 604-872-2485

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For Sale by Owner

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reﬂections Aries March 21 - April 19: The big chores continue but the overall scene – and your mood – has grown more lively, conversational, restless and travel-prone. Your curiosity will grow over the 13 months ahead (powerfully during this June) and introduce you to some new, simpatico people and ideas. If your hard work is producing extra money, store it away – September (into February 2014) will bring a bit of belt-tightening. Sunday’s romantic, pleasurable. Tackle chores Monday/Tuesday. Midweek brings relationships – hard Wednesday, great Thursday (morn). Golden mysteries, intimate urges Friday/Saturday. Taurus April 20-May 20: Chase money – your ﬁnancial fortunes are on the rise this month ahead, but also the entire 13 months ahead. Careful – yield to no temptations, no greed, no unrealistic promises, before September. Your romantic urge is still powerful (to early July – but especially this Monday/Tuesday) so you might attract a sensual affair. Your social life, friends, light romantic prospects, are on the verge of a huge, long (14-year) upswing – so enjoy, appreciate. (And permit yourself to feel better about yourself.) Work/health midweek. Friday/Saturday bring relationships, tests and open doors. Gemini May 21-June 20: Your energy, clout, effectiveness and charisma have seldom been higher,. Charge ahead, start important projects, appear in person, impress prospects, bosses, peers and lovers. Everyone likes you a lot more than they did a year ago! One caution: reject isolation: act in concert rather than alone, at least before September. Your luck is climbing powerfully. Sunday’s busy, fast. Settle into family, real estate Monday/Tuesday. Romance, beauty and pleasure meet resistance Wednesday, but this night and Thursday morn bring sweet acceptance. Attend to health, work Friday/Saturday.

Richmond

1BDRM/1BTH $179,900 19236 Ford Ave, Pitt Meadows Large one bedroom condo 930sq ft. Priced to Sell. Call: (250) 878-2997 or email: cherylw@kfwfoods.ca.

New Westminster

Condos/ Townhouses

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North Vancouver

Chilliwack

1 BDRM Condo in Chwk, 780sf, 55+ bldg, $88,000. (furnished) 604-219-8485 or 604-583-2510

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ROGER BASI Interested In Selling Your Home? Lets Talk!!! Remax Award Winner 100% Club. Certified in Feng Shui Home Stager. List and Sell your home with me & receive $500.00 towards moving costs. Cell: (604) 618-2820 www.rogerbasi.com

New Westminster

Condos/ Townhouses

Contact Coverall of BC A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Ofﬁce Cleaning!

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Condos/ Townhouses

6008-18

HAVE YOU BEEN DENIED Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefits? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Contact Allison Schmidt at: 1-877-793-3222 www.dcac.ca

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673 Homes 62 businesses FSBO Sell your home, only $99. 604-574-5243 Chilliwack Own the Land, 1092sf 2br rancher, kids OK $185K 824-7803 id5541 Fort Langley Open House Sat/Sun 1-4 22994 Billy Brown Rd, 2180sf 4br 3.5ba, No Strata Fees $519K 888-9124 id5540 Sry Fleetwood immaculate 1785sf 3br 2.5ba tnhouse $419,900 507-8186 id5525

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LOVELY VIEWS! 3BD/2.5BTH West Vancouver, Best Location, Lifestyle, Kitchen, Cherrywood Foors, Like New, Just Gorgeous $1,699,000 Tel: (778) 855-7375 THOM CREEK Ranch - House for Sale By Owner. In Chilliwack’s premier retirement complex. 2090 sq ft finished plus 294 unfinished ready to model. In the top row with superb, unspoilable views of the City, mountains and way beyond. Excellent Clubhouse. Friendly neighbours $440,000 negotiable. No HST. 604-824-1892

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Houses - Sale

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Real Estate

★ WE BUY HOMES ★ Damaged Homes! Pretty Homes! Any Condition! No Fees! No Risk! Quick Cash! Convenient! Private! (604) 626-9647 www.webuyhomesbc.com

www.bcforeclosures.com 5 BR home from $22,700 down $2,160/mo. 604-538-8888, Alain @ Sutton WC Realty W. Rock

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Burnaby

BURNABY South; CORNER 8810sq ft lot 3 BR 1200sf home. $999,000. No agents. 604-439-7554

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Houses - Sale

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Burnaby

9 BDRM / 8 BATH Rarely Available 6750 sqft. Luxurious mansion in South Burnaby with breathtaking view from all floors. Walking distance to Deer Lake. This beautiful house is spread over two levels and basement, which has nine bedrooms and eight bathrooms. House comprises home theatre, hot tub,steam and sauna room and much more Virtual tour : Http://sg.photosandmore.ca/201 20424/virtual.html $4,480,000. Call Vik (604) 356-4449. Sutton West Coast Realty.

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Chilliwack

OPEN HOUSE Sundays 1-3PM 9420 Woodbine St, Chilliwack 45+ Rancher in Quiet Gated Community, 2 BR, 2 f/bath, all appls, 1200sf, dble garage, maint free yard, strata fee $136mo. Walk to amens. $234,900. Motivated. 1 604 625-3498

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Coquitlam

3BDRM/3.5BTH 2639 Delahaye, Coquitlam Luxurious, modern taracaldwellrealestate.com 604-328-8127 RE/MAX All Points $988,000

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Langley/ Aldergrove

7243 199 Street, Langley Beautiful 4 BR family home with legal bsmt ste, central location, $629,000. Sutton West Coast RUPE MANN 778 240-7914

May 27 - June 2, 2012

Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: The month ahead emphasizes legal, far travel, international, cultural, intellectual, educational and publishing projects, idealism, understanding and love. These are sweet and successful now, will grow increasingly so through June 2013. (But until September, be careful – don’t push these areas, nor seek something for nothing from them. Otherwise, you could harvest expansion rather than luck – e.g., a lawsuit could expand rather than end successfully.) Flirtations Sunday. Retreat, rest, plan Monday/Tuesday. Conquer with force Wednesday, with persuasion Thursday. Money, late week. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: The weeks ahead emphasize mysteries, secrets, research or detective work, investment or other financial actions, sexual desires, commitments and consequences, deep health and lifestyle changes. These are mildly lucky now, then extremely lucky September to June 2013. Beware investments or major changes before September: until then, pitfalls exist along this jungle trail (all of them disguised by the thatched grass of pride, temptation or impatience). Humility, alertness keep you safe. Your wishes and joy rise Monday/Tuesday. Avoid government, head office disagreements Wednesday. Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Your relations with everyone have grown affectionate, or at least gracious. That continues, and deepens – from mid-June onward, for a year, relationships will expand, grow luckier, brighter. Some of you single Sages will meet your life partner. Remember, be cautious until September – to then, you might be wise to retain a healthy independence. (E.g., flirt but don’t commit. Well, OK, I know that’s unlike you – so just be honest. Don’t devalue your freedom – until September onward!) Sunday’s mellow, wise. Be ambitious Monday/Tuesday. Wishes, social joys midweek. Rest, Friday.

Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Protect your health: eat, dress sensibly for one year. Expect a huge pile of work – accompanied by affectionate helpers all June and July – and an even bigger mound in the months following. Both are lucky, as they can bring solid financial recompense. (But through August beware committing your whole life to labour, and don’t buy machinery.) Sunday holds mysteries, urges, finances. Wisdom and gentle love fill Monday/Tuesday. Your career scene is action-packedWednesday,productive, even lucky, Thursday. Optimism, social delights and a party mood comes Friday/Saturday. Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Sunday features relationships.Life’s secrets,sexual urges,subconscious hunches and financial events arise Monday (be only mildly cautious) and Tuesday, when major luck can speed your progress in these zones. Disagreement might mar legal, moral, intellectual, far travel, cultural and communications areas Wednesday, but lucky outcomes seem destined this night to Thursday noon. Be ambitious Friday/Saturday – luck rides with you. Finalize any realty deals now or next week. You are swiftly entering a “love zone” – a Gemini might be involved. It’s big, but it’s best after August. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Focus on home, children, nurturing, nature, garden, soul, stomach, security, foundations (in business, too) and retirement. These zones demand attention now, are sweet and mildly lucky, and will grow powerfully lucky mid-June to mid-2013. (But be cautious through August: don’t let impatience, temptation or hard feelings motivate you.) Do chores Sunday. Relationships, exciting meetings, challenges and opportunities arise Monday/Tuesday: all’s well that ends luckily (Tuesday)! Be cautious with finances, sexual situations midweek. Gentle love, peace, come Friday/Saturday. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 604-727-3673

May 25, 2012 The Delta Optimist

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Houses - Sale

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Maple Ridge/ Pitt Mead.

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Houses - Sale

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Okanagen/ Interior

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Out Of Town Property

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Out Of Town Property

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Recreation Property

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Squamish/ Whistler

Surrey

HOUSE ON 1/2 acre lot, rented, 13690 Bentley Road, good investment. $695K 604-324-0655 DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL (Maple Ridge) 5 acres, south facing view, owner occupied 2 storey home in Thornhill’s designated Urban Reserve, $1,550,000. No real estate commission. Call 604 760-3792

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Mission

8186 Nelson Street, Mission Building lot 0.89 acres RE/MAX All Pointstaracaldwellrealestate.com $335,900. Call: (604) 328-8127

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New Westminster

WANTED We Buy Homes & Town Homes anywhere in the Lower Mainland. NO real estate commission. Please call 604 760-3792

Vancouver East Side

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Mobile Homes

3BDRM/2BTH 747 Chelsea, Lincoln Park PoCo. $398,000 greenbelt-1/2 duplex-no fees, Re/Max All Points 604-328-8127 taracaldwellrealestate.com

Okanagen/ Interior

10 ACRES OF OKANAGAN VIEW PROPERTY FOR SALE There are several suitable building sites on the property with spectacular views of city of Penticton, and both Lakes. Power at lot line and only 10 minutes from the full service Hospital. This beautiful property is being sold by the owner at only $299,000. Contact: donaclair11@gmail.com for further details, or call 250-493-5737.

RENTALS 6508

Apt/Condos

2 BR, 2 lvl, 2,100 sf view Beach Grove Golf Course, central Tsaw, np, $1,900 July 1. 604-220-8968

EXCEPTIONAL LAKEVIEW Lots from $140,000. Nice trees. No time limit to build. Owner wants to retire. Will carry financing. Also: 1 spectacular 3 acre parcel $390,000. 1-250-558-7888 www.orlandoprojects.com

PRE OWNED, 2004 DW 24x44. Immaculate. Large windows, fridge, stove & security system. Asking $59,900.00. Brookswood Homes Ltd. 604 530-9566

OPEN HOUSE Sun May 27th, 2-5pm, 220 Queens Ave, N West. 5 Br, 3 bath, 10,765 sf lot, approx 5,000 sf , inclds 2BR bsmt ste. parlike back yd. $1,388,000. Gerri, Mac Rlty, 604-761-3464

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COZY 2 bdrm on 10 acres in Lone Butte, barn, 2 car garage, new, no steps, complete reno, oak beams in L/R, large deck, drilled well, outbuildings. Close to Horse, Watch and Green Lakes. $278,000. Call 604-467-7144 or 604-250-1668

MEXICO SAN CARLOS Beautiful Executive retirement home 5 hrs from Arizona! 3000sf incls sep guest hse. $229k 604-364-6441

6065

Recreation Property

OPEN HOUSE Sat/Sun May 12 & 13th, 10am - 2pm, 2396 East 39th Ave. 50x140 lot, 1,050 sqft bungalow, asking $1.2 mllion.

6040

Port Coquitlam

BRAND NEW NARAMATA Townhomes - Perfect Holiday Home - Lock & Go - Steps to Beach & Winery. Alex Bloomfield 250-493-2244 (Office) 1-800-734-0457 (Toll Free) Royal Lepage Locations West

6508

Apt/Condos

TSAWWASSEN VILLA 1 BR apt. $830, incld balc, prkg, h/w & heat, cat neg. avail June 1, 604-880-5391

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

TSAWWASSEN Shawnigan and Greensview 1 and 2 bedroom suites available. Shawnigan has in-suite storage. Greensview inc d/w and garburetor. Buildings are located on bus route and within walking distance of shopping centre. For more info please call 604-306-1499 Kelly Court / Kerry Court / Tsawwassen Terrace

1 and 2 bedroom suites available in quiet well maintained buildings, close to all amenities. Rents include heat and hot water. Parking is included at Tsawwassen Terrace. Kelly/Kerry Court building updates consist of putting greens, windows and patio doors. For more information or to view these suites please call 604-306-7877

Century Village and Tsawwassen Manor 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

LADNER Lora Court and Del Rio

1 bedroom suites available in quiet well maintained buildings. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes, heat and h/w. To view please call 604-454-4469

Evergreen Lane

1 and 2 bedroom suites available in one of our 4 well maintained bldgs. Located near shops, school and bus routes. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets and drapes. To view these suites please call 604-454-4469

Georgia Court and Harbourside Affordable Bachelor and 1 bedroom suites available in the heart of Ladner Village. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and hot water. Heat is included at Georgia Court. To view or for more info please call 604-868-9453 Sorry No Pets or BBQs References Required www.centuryrentals.ca

LIVE ON Mayne Island 2 lots,one Turn Key house all for $380.000, 250-539-5011 http://members.shaw.ca/ mayneislandhome/

Fabulous Summer Home Terrific Retirement Home Country Bed & Breakfast $537,500 USD * 2,750 sqft./ on .95 acres* * 4 Bedrooms * 3.25 Bathrooms * Oversized 2 Car Garage * Carport & Outbuilding * Drive onto Beautiful Samish Island, just North of Anacortes, Wa., to this custom Craftsman home with 25 feet of waterfront with adjacent road access. Park like setting. Two level exotic wood deck with views of Padilla Bay. Master with high ceilings, walk in closet, attached bath and solid Carerra marble surfaces. Bonus room upstairs. Extensive hardwoods, solid fir doors, walkin pantry, plenty of indoor storage, maple cabinets. For more information pls call:

BEST LAKE FRONT FROM VAN only 1 hr, nr Bellingham, 2,900 sf, 5 br, 4.5 bath, 18 yr old home. Beautiful low bank waterfront, $739,000. Call 604-734-1300

BLACK MOUNTAIN RANCH, Mt Baker WA, 2007 Breckenridge Park Model dble loft trailer, 40ft, sleeps up to 12, Ranch has FREE Par 3 Golf, Horseback Riding, Indoor/Outdoor pools +. $85,000. By Owner. Tom 604-594-9342 CULTUS LAKE beautiful year round RV site grt location, low fees, all ament., $117,500. 1-604-795-9785

Robert & Nancy Chaney, (for sale by owners)

LOG CABINS For Sale For rentals or ownership please join us for our open house during the May long weekend Sat May 19th, Sun May 20th 11am-4pm, and Mon May 21st 11am-2pm. Where you can view the newly renovated log cabins. Appreciate all the amenities the 6700+ sq ft Lodge building has to offer. At 5485 Lac Le Jeune Rd. Lac Le Jeune B.C. Take exit 336 off the Coquihalla Hwy and follow the signs to Lac Le Jeune. $189,900. Call: (604) 834-2020 or visit us at laclejeuneliving.com

★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Exclusive & Private Lake Shore Cottage, for all info: www.cottageonlake.ca $329,000 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

2585 Portree Way, Squamish Family Home $579,000 Immac house, situated across from the school.Barb Gloor, RE/MAX Squamish, 1.604-892-4428 www.barbgloor.com

2332 Argyle Cr. Squamish - Fall in Love with the Stunning Views! $599,900. 10,400 sq.ft. lot, 2648 sq.ft. house, 4 bdrms, 2 bath, suite potential. Barb Gloor, RE/ MAX Squamish. 1.604-892-4428 www.barbgloor.com

6082 GETAWAY ON GALIANO ISLAND (Lt.27 Stewart Rd). Completely furnished home & cabin on .9 acre w/private beach, deep water mourage, $999,000. 604-802-8711. View website for more info, photos & virtual tour: www.yourlinktorealestate.ca

Warehouse

WAREHOUSE/ OFFICE for rent avail. immed, clean, secure, bright. Bolivar Park Area Surrey $950 month +half utilities (604) 916-3473:

Dreaming of a New Home?

9418 Marshall Rd, Bow, WA

1-(360)395-5525. bubba@wavecable.com Summer get Away or Year Round Living. 1996-30 ft. Corsair 5th Wheel. #20 in South Valley RV Park, 7th Ave. across from Christie Park on Skaha Lake. Steps to beach. Great lot, lease $359/mth. R.V. $15,900 Call: 778.867.8735

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Houses - Rent

Shedding light on community issues

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

2 LVL, detached home, desirable area, 2,800 sf, dbl carport, nr schools, town ctre, $2,500+utils, avail Now 604-202-6400

1 BDRM ste upper, incl utils $750, avail June 1, n/s, n/p, Ladner, 778-434-2764, 778-322-5804

BEACH GROVE LOVELY 2 bdrm rancher, f/p, vaulted ceiling, w/d, garage, fenced yard. $1400. N/S, IMMED.. 604-250-1522

2 BR g/l ste, newer Tsaw Ctre, yard, f/p, own ldry. $1250+util, ns np avail Now, 604-202-6400

Beachgrove, 3 bdrm Rancher, 1blk to beach, f/p, 3 appls, June 1, $1600/mo, NP, 604-272-4718 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 Bdrm, 1 bath, Cozy HOUSE on

49’x171’lot, Exc Investment. $888/M VANCOUVER - 1066 East 8th Ave

1Br Mt. Pleasant Condo, Quiet, Cental Area, Solid Bldg...$788/M RICHMOND - 8031 Ryan Rd, 3Br Condo, Quiet, Spacious Top Flr, Cental, Convenient Area...$888/M Call Kristen today (604)786-4663 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

TWSA, stunning 4 BR, 3bath family home, like new, hw/tile flrs, delux kitch, granite counter, high end appls, lrg deck for entertaining, lrg back yrd, 2 lvls, 2 master’s with enste, 1 on each level, perfect for a family with teenager or relative, quiet safe street, walk to schools, high end rental $3200/mo + util, NS, min yr lease, long term preferred. Pets considered. Immed, 604-307-9794

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Office/Retail Rent

Space for Lease

★ TSAWWASSEN Office/Commercial space 786 -1658 sq ft. Contact Tina or Sandra at Century Group 604-943-2203 www.centurygroup.ca

3 BR central Tsaw, upper level, large yard & deck, newer kitchen, shared w/d & util, avail now. $1450. 778-882-1832 Bach Ste, nr Diefend Baker Prk, ns/np avail Now, $700 incl utils, 604-943-0820, 604-802-8064

CWK 2 BR, 1 bath. 1 car garage crn lot, fenced yrd, new reno, free hold $149,900. 1-360-637-8442

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Collectibles & Classics

1968 THUNDERBIRD 429 quadra

jet, 2 dr cpe, reblt mtr, new brakes &lines & paint, $9,500 604-376-8363

1969 FORD Falcon Futura 302 auto, fully restored, immac paint & body, numerous high performance options. $13,500. Photos at www.photobucket.com/69falcon Call 604-307-0201

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Collectibles & Classics

1995 MERCEDES E320 Cabriolet Exc cond; local, 109K, NO accid. $14,900 Rare 778-773-1398

1978 MERCEDES 450SL, convertible w/hardtop, run grt, looks sharp $8500.604-922-5986

1986 CHRYSLER TC Woody Wagon, 1 owner, excellent condition. $2350. 604-534-2997

ofﬁce/retail suites & partial houses

warehouses

townhouses

homestay

shared accommodation

To advertise in Rentals call 604-630-3300

Collectibles & Classics

1979 MG Midget 75,000kms Ready to drive away $5,000. 604 739-9234 nickimuir@yahoo.com

Domestic

1998 MUSTANG SVT Cobra Convertible, 35,350 orig km, very detailed history, pristine show quality, $17,900 obo. 604-531-9373 1976 THUNDERBIRD, 1 owner, no accidents, serious inquiries. only. Call 604-465-7997

FAMILY OF 3 would like to rent a 2 br, 2 bath condo, with sunny patio/balc. on a quiet st in Tsaw, on 1st of month spring or summer. up to $300/m. 604-943-5315

apts/condos

9110

9125

Wanted To Rent

LOOKING FOR SMALL 150 SQ FT OFFICE IN TSAWWASSEN Just setting up a desk. djk604@gmail.com

Check the Real estate section.

To advertise call 604-630-3300

AUTOMOTIVE

LADNER 1 br suite, ns, np, no laundry, $600 incl util. June 1st. 604-952-0005 or 604-506-1015

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THE GLEN AT MAPLE FALLS Mtn Baker, WA. 1 1/4 hrs from Port Coq. Beeded lot, 40 ft x 80 ft, div 4 lot 160. Comes with 1992 40 ft Mallard park model and 8 ft x 12 ft shed. The Glen 415 acres of recreation, adjacent to 2 1/2 million acres of national forest. $64,900 Cdn or offers. Call Owners Keith & Dorothea at 604-942-7432

1989 JAGUAR XJS coupe, V12 159 K, pristine cond $8,950 obo. Priv sale, call Bob 604-986-8516 1990 BENTLEY Mulsane 4 Dr Sedan, leather upholstery. Like New. ONLY 42,000 kms, $20,000 obo. Lgly. Ralph 778-988-2055

1999 BENTLEY Arnage Stunning sapphire on cream interior. Quick 4.4L twin turbo. Non smoker, No accidents. Mint. Looks new! $49,900. Call 604-889-2525

1995 FORD Mustang convertible, new top, Aircared, V6, auto, good cond $3200. 604-984-7574

1997 TOYOTA Camry LE. 4 drs, 4 cyl, auto, a/c. Well maintained. Aircared. $3700. 604-936-1270 1981 LINCOLN Town car, signature series, stock, collector plates, $5000 obo 604-792-6367

1970 Jaguar E-TYPE In excellent shape and ready to go for sunny summertime driving. Too many upgrades to list. Pictures and invoices of work available. $68,000 1970jaguaretype4sale.com adamashurst61@gmail.com

2000 CHEVY MALIBU. 4 doors, auto, 6 cyl, brown. 1 owner, well maintained, no accidents. High km so only $1,500. 604-397-0369

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Domestic

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

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Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

2000 CHEVY MALIBU. 4 doors, auto, 6 cyl, brown. 1 owner, well maintained, no accidents. High km so only $1,500. 604-397-0369

www.BurrellAuto.com 3094 Westwood St, Port Coq 604 945-4999. 2925 Murray St, Port Moody 604 461-7995.

2001 CHRYSLER Sebring Convertible, auto, $8850 #01-7563 604.466.6007 MJ Autowholesale.com #30332

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2007 PIAGGIO scooter MP3-250, silver, practically new, less than 500 km, fuel injected engine, security lock, new battery, $4300. Call Don 604-987-9166

1990 GMC Suburban. 4 WD, underdrive, blue, well kept. New Bluetooth. $6,000. 604-584-0324

2008 HARLEY D, Sportster, 1200low, 4400km, cost $14K, ask $10K, 604-847-9353 Chill aft 5pm

2004 MUSTANG, convertible, black, premium six, 88,760km, aircared 2017, lady driven, exc cond, $8950, 604-859-8255

Scrap Car Removal

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2005 Ford F-350 Lariat Super Duty, Crew Cab, Dually Automatic 84,000 kms, DVD Player, Fully Loaded $25,900. Call: (604) 780-2696 or email: aaronhare@gmail.com

2003 MAZDA Prote´ge´ 5, 5 spd, 140K km, new water pump, timing belt & front wheel bearings, sunroof, pwr windows, locks, cruise, nice cond. $7,700. 778-227-2010

2004 MITSUBISHI Outlander AWD $8800 #04-6580 MJAutowholesale.com 604.466.0007 #30332 1998 JEEP TJ -5speed $5900 #98-1754 604.466.6007 MJ Autowholesale.com #30332

2001 CORVETTE Z06 black on black, absolute mint cond, 55k. Must sell! $32,000. 604-574-7629

FREE

2000 FORD Explorer 4x4, fully loaded, 150K, exc cond, white, air cared. $3,750. 604-218-8499

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL No Wheels, No Problem

2011 Dodge Ram 3500 LOW KMs, DIESEL $42,990. (604) 780-2696, aaronhare@gmail.com

OPEN 24 HRS. INCLUDING HOLIDAYS

2006 LINCOLN LS, 1 owner 29,000K, garage kept, immac, loaded, dark wine colour ext, blk leather int, $16,900. Call 604 584-4704 or 778 228-2721

MIKE: 2005 ASTON Martin DB9. 'James Bond style car!' Silver metallic. 23,000 km. 6.0, V12, 450 hp. New tires. 1 owner. You deserve the best! $86,980. 604-781-7614.

2007 CADILLAC Escalade 4wd (Luxury, Leather, Sunroof, Mags)...$32,995 #3339 1-888-812-2511

2007 BMW 525I, black, loaded, leather, sunroof, very clean, 122K, $24,900. 604-999-4097 2007 BMW 335 coupe 62km 1 ownr, mint cond, leather, auto, sunroof, Sports Package & Prem Package $32,900. 604-6167727 greg.upson@rbc.com

2008 CADILLAC Escalade EXT $39,888. (604) 626-4548 www.bypassautosales.ca #30576 2009 PONTIAC Vibe Very Big Selection...$11,895 #4204 1-888-812-2511

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2010 CHRYSLER 300 Touring Auto/ Air/ loaded....$15,995 3696 1-888-812-2511

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

1983 HONDA CM250, approx 20,000 mi, low cost transport, dependable, new tires, saddle bags $1450. 604-880-9073

2011 CADILLAC CTS (Luxury. Leather, Panaramic Sunroof, Mags, 10 to clear)....MSRP $45,645 Now $29,995 1-888-812-2511

2010 TRIUMPH American Motorcycle, 900 cc, never driven, $8700. 604-533-4962 morn/eve

604-872-0109

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200

2004 NISSAN Maxima Luxury/ Leather/ Loaded...$10,888 #0666 1-888-812-2511

$160 Min. FOR COMPLETE

FULL SIZE VEHICLES Serving the Delta area for 20 yrs. Call 604- 649-1627, 946-0943 FREE SCRAP CAR REMOVAL No Wheels, No Problem CASH for some complete cars OPEN 24 hrs includes holidays MIKE 604-872-0109

THE SCRAPPER 2H

1404 S.W. Marine Drive • where Granville meets Marine

1-866-461-3363

30 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

All Mechanically Inspected

www.budgetcarsales.com 2011 FORD MUSTANG

2011 FORD ESCAPE

23,980

2011 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS

#111152

18,980

#111101

2011 FORD EDGE SEL

19,980

2011 VOLVO V50

1990 TOYOTA Corolla auto, good cond, no accidents, aircared. $1200 obo. 604-888-0794 1994 MERCEDES C280, 85K, grey, fully loaded, extras, exc cond, $10K obo, Ladner 604-940-6460

2002 TOYOTA Rav 4 Auto $8800 #02-6963. 604.466.6007 MJ Autowholesale.com #30332

21,980

2011 CHRYSLER 200 CONV.

#111141

23,800

2010 HYUNDAI ACCENT

#211386

29,980

2011 HYUNDAI ELANTRA TOURING

2006 AUDI A3 lthr int, FWD; 2.0T w/200hp, 6 spd auto, w/DSG paddleshifters; no accid 101,000

hwy km, 8 rims/tires. 604-899-2531

2006 HYUNDAI TIBURON SE. 103K km. Leather, mint, sunroof, a/c, CD, alarm. 2.0 L, 4 cyl. No accid. $9600. 604-839-6253

2005 JEEP Liberty Sport, Auto $9800 #04-1840 604.466.6007 MJ Autowholesale.com #30332

26,980

#211594

10,980

#11150

14,980

NEED CHEAP AUTOBODY ? www.cheapautobody.ca 604-341-7738

1993 Toyota Camry 4 dr. auto 174 km, 4 cyl. service records $2,995. (604) 602-9066.

2005 BMW 645 Ci Convertible 1 Owner,43KM,Immaculate,6spd Manual, $39,000. 604-833-6931

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Vans

1988 CHEV 20 work van, 3/4 ton, Aircared, original owner, good running order $2750 obo 604-986-2430 bberbea@shaw.ca

2008 FORD F150 S/Cab 4wd Fully Loaded Truck...$18,888 #2759 1-888-812-2511 2009 DODGE p/u 150 hemi SLT, loaded, matching canopy, rhino lined, show room cond. 8,000 org km ’s, $25,000. 1-604-613-3727 1-604-796-9060

1995 SUBARU Legacy wagon good run cond 242,000 k, s/roof, $2350. 604-985-8495 eves pls.

2010 NISSAN Rogue AWD Auto/ Loaded/ cd...$19,995 #3650 1-888-812-2511

2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. 46,000 km. Grey. 4 drs, auto, p/w, p/l, leather heated seats, sunroof, mag wheels. Good condition! $16,000 obo. 604-240-9912

2011 NISSAN Xterra 4wd (Auto, V6, Loaded, Mags, 10 Xterra to clear)...$25,995 #3895 1-888-812-2511

2002 INFINITY I35 4 dr auto, Luxury model, 1 owner, loaded, exc cond. Moving must sell. $9500 obo. Sry 604-541-0018

1997 Chevy 4x4 1500. 4.3liter vortec v6, sound system, tinted windows.$2400. 604-807-4203

2007 PT CRUISER. Hot deal! Auto, low kms, very clean. Cream exterior, grey interior. A/C. Mag wheels. Spoiler. Aircared. Rear wiper. $6,395 obo. 778-242-2018

2008 HONDA Civic, 4 dr, silver, auto, 60,000kms, excl cond, fully loaded, $11,500. 604 518-3166 2002 MAZDA Protege Auto $4800 #02-6171. 604 466 6007 MJAutowholesale.com #30332

2004 FORD Freestar, V6, 4.2L, auto, low kms, new brakes, tires & battery $6800. 604-858-7553

2005 CHRYSLER Town & Country Touring, fully loaded, pwr side door/taildoor, store & go seats. $6,500 obo. 604-710-9030

1996 MAZDA Precidia MX-3, std, 181K, exc cond, air cared. $1650 obo. (Richmond) 778-881-6478

2011 GMC Yukon 4wd luxury/ Leather/ Loaded/ Mags...$35,995 #3791 1-888-812-2511

1991 MAZDA MPV, runs good, new timing belt & radiator, $1800 obo. 778-288-9784 2002 WINDSTAR (Ford) 140 kms, good cond., $3700. 604-846-8597 after 4pm or all day wkends

2006 NISSAN Altima 2.5S Special Edition 94,000 km automatic, spoiler, fog lights, new tires, winter mats. $10,888. Call 604-819-9596 Chilliwack

2011 SUBARU Outback (Luxury Crossover, Auto, Loaded)...$26,988 #3626 1-888-812-2511

#211520

KIA MAGENTIS 2008 lx V6 auto 200 hp - 20,300 km. Only $12,500. Chwk 604-847-3297

2007 Acura TL Auto, 122,000 kms. Financing Available $16,880. Call: (604)780-2696

1995 BMW 328I Convertible, 88,000kms, leather int, new tires/ brakes, $7,999. 604 536-4293

2011 NISSAN Pathfinder SV 4wd 7Pass/ Loaded/ Mags...$28,888 #3776 1-888-812-2511 #211317

2003 MERCEDES CLK 320, 105k, 2nd owner, no acc. mint, local, $14,250. 604-626-8009

2005 TOYOTA Camry LE, 95,000 kms, local, excellent cond $8880. 604-988-7812

2010 JEEP Commander 4wd 7 Passenger/ Loaded/ Mags...$22,995 #3631 1-888-812-2511

#111155

2011 HYUNDAI Sonata Loaded/ Mags/ Alloys...$17,988 #3491 1-888-812-2511

1994 PONTIAC Trans Am GT red with grey int., well maint., lady driven $4800. Serious inquires only. Ph 604-997-2583

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

Budget Car Sales

2011 TOYOTA SIENNA

2002 SANTA FE, 128K kms, 4 cyl, 5 spd, air, pw, exc cond $5000 obo 604-710-8053

Sports & Imports

2005 COROLLA Auto,96k, a/c, no acc, aircared, new tires $8,500. Call: (604) 274-8627

1984 CORVETTE 383 stroker auto hard top - soft top Stainless exhasummust $8,995 Ph 604-795-9967

SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC

2005 AUDI S4. Quattro (AWD). 102,000 km. Blk leather. Incl 2 set of wheels & tires. 6 speed. Power everything! Exc cond. $19,500. Call/text Rick @ 778-847-2975.

Sports & Imports

2002 GMC Avalanche, 4x4, 130K, Keyless Entry, Completely Loaded, Immaculate Condition, Private Sale, $10,000. Please call 604-308-3167

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

*DELTA SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL

2002 Toyota Sequoia Automatic 305,000 kms 1 owner, top condition, all records, new Michelins. $13,900 email: randyenomoto@gmail.com

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CASH FOR SOME COMPLETE CARS

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2011 HYUNDAI ACCENT GL 4 dr, loaded. 25,500 km. $11,600. Exc cond. 1-604-793-5520 (5961)

NO WHEELS, NO PROBLEM

2006 BUICK Allure CX. 94K kms. No accid., local, garage kept. Exc cond. $8,900. (1)-604-855-1335

DEALS OF THE WEEK

Sports & Imports

2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500 4Matic, 149,500 kms. Excellent, loaded, Nav, DVD. $19,995 (604) 290-3975

2008 HARLEY D, Nighttrain, 110 cu.in 11K, cost $31K, ask $20K, 604-847-9353 (Chill) after 5pm

Luxury Cars

1995 FERRARI F355 GTB. Meticulously cared for. Canadian car. Recent full engine out service, new clutch and release bearing, Tubi exhaust, Hyperflow cats, wheel spacers. Drives and looks perfect! A must see! $54,900. Call 778-834-6069

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2002 SUBARU Impreza AWD wagon $7500 #01-1573 MJ Autowholesale.com 604-466-6007 #30332

1961 TRIUMPH TR3A red,black interiorComplete & original good engine& trany for details (Delta) 604-816-9954, $9,500 obo

1997 TOYOTA RAV 4-5 SPD $6950. #97-2143. 604-466-6007 MJ Autowholesale.com #30332 2002 FORD FOCUS SW, low kms, no accidents, $3680. auto, very good cond, 604-724-5726

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

NEW CHEVROLET Silverado Crew Cabs (Auto, V8, Air, Onstar, well equiped, 200 Trucks to Clear)) MSRP $33,980 Now $21,995 - 1-888-812-2511

2011 CHEVROLET Impala (Auto, air, Fully Loaded, V6, 30 to clear)....MSRP $29,690 Now $12,995 #4135 - 1-888-812-2511 2011 CHEVROLET Malibu (Auto,air, fully loaded, 80 to clear)....MSRP $26,200 Now $14,995 #4140 – 1-888-812-2511

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2009 INFINITI G37 Luxury/ leather/ loaded/ mags...$25,995 #3135 1-888-812-2511

2010 CHEVROLET Express 2500 Cargo (Auto, air, 15 Cargo Vans to Clear)...$19,995 #3330 1-888-812-2511 2010 CHRYSLER Town & Country Ultimate Luxury Vans with Power Sliders...$18,888 #4215 1-888-812-2511 2010 DODGE Grand Caravan (Fully Loaded, Media Centre with Stow’n Go, 40 Grand caravans to Clear)...$15,995 #3530 1-888-812-2511 CHEVY UPLANDER 2005. V-6, auto, 7 pass., grey, A/C, power locks & windows, cruise, tilt, 93K km. Runs very well. $6,400. 604-241-2530 or 604-375-2570

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RV’s/Trailers

2005 HUNTER 33 Sailboat, $95,900. Moored @ Point Roberts. Call Greg 778-686-5299

2009 Chevrolet Uplander Automatic 86,000 kms Priced to sell!! Burgundy LS ,7 pass, two sets of tires, Rear DVD , well maintained and mostly Hwy kms $9,900 Call: (604) 614-0762

2002 Chevrolet Venture No accidents, $3,900. Call: (604) 309-4208; adkooy@telus.net

2008 Honda Odyssey DX 85K km. Well maint, no acc. PL, PW, AC $16,900. 604-805-3646

2007 GTI SEADOOS yellow, 4 Stroke, low hrs, 155HP. & 2003 GTX Seadoo blue, 2 Stroke, 160 hrs. With trailer, stored indoors, no salt water; $12,500 obo. LOTS of FUN! 604-857-3344

BOAT FOR SALE 17’ bowrider/ 144hp io/ready to go $5,000 Call: 604-703-0133 email: gljohnson248@telus.net

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RV’s/Trailers

1980 GMC C Class, 21ft m/h, w/motorcycle carrier, running cond. $1500 obo. 604-937-0408

2000 Honda Odyssey LX Automatic 231,000 kms Grey, single owner, good condition, trans & brakes recently done. Bluetooth. Trailer hitch. Service records avail. $4,999. Call: (604) 987-1595 email: hurlberton@shaw.ca

HOME SERVICES 8055

ECO CLEAN TEAM ★★ HOUSE CLEANING ★ ★ Call Andrea 604-754-0997

1995 SEA Breeze 31 (Class A) Fully equipped, exc. cond., tow car avail $22,500 obo 604-746-5898'

LIDIA’S EUROPEAN Cleaning. Res/Com. Specializing in detail cleaning. Bonded. 604-541-9255

8058

1997 WILDERNESS 22ft, good cond, sleeps 5, fridge/freezer. $5,500 obo. Tony 604-464-1072 2002 25’ Custom Coach travel trailer, queen bed & bunks, $10,500. Call 604-984-9293 2002 WINNEBAGO Sunova, fiberglass roof, 51,400 kms, kitchen slide, awning, tow bar incl, 4K gen, $42,000. 604-943-2583 2004 PLEASUREWAY Plateau M/H, Mercedes Benz diesel, Mi. 61,588K, Immac cond & loaded. Ph Peter 1-604-220-5005

2004 WESTWIND Trailer. 25 ft. Sleeps 6, incl private BR w/dbl bed. Awning, bbq, full bath, fridge/ stove. $10,000. 604-538-8120 2007 TERRY 28ft, slide, auto awning, sleeps 6, exc cond. Used 3 mths! $20,000. 604-367-7892

Computer Services

Delta PC Service & Consulting

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

Call 778-882-4128 GIS/COMP. SYS. Analyst. 7 yrs Exp.Wind/Hydro Pwr, Nat. Res., Oil & Gas.Custom tools, maps, DBs. Vancouver.gis@gmail.com

8060 1988 SLUMBER QUEEN. 5th Wheel. Sleeps 4. Fridge - 3 way, furnace, a/c. Clean & well kept. No rust. $4,250. 604-298-4042

Cleaning

Concrete

Advanced Concrete Enhancements Limited

Placing, Finishing, Specializing in Stamped Concrete, Overlays, Acid Staining, Counter Tops, faux Rock (Waterfall and Ponds)

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

2006 GMC Savana Automatic 190,000 kms 2.8l. Runs like new. Good Condition. Offers. $8,000 Call: (604) 876-5015

9515

RESIDENTIAL CONCRETE Driveways,Sidewalks,Patios Stamped,Exposed,Removals Call Doug 604 209-9843

1990 FORD 28ft Classic, 120K, always roofed, sleeps 6, $8300, 604-466-1469 2008 SPORTSMEN 28’ 5th wheel, 2 slides, spotless. Reduced $18,500. 604-230-2728

Boats

12’ PRINCECRAFT 15 hp mercury, low usage, easy rider trailer 2 swivel chairs $3500 obo. Ph 604-792-1224 1986 RENNELL, 6 cycle mercury, 9.94 cycle Yamaha, after 1 yr not used, not perfect, $1400 obo, 604-462-1540

1992 CONQUEST Motorhome. 28’, sleeps 8, isld bed, a/c, furn., generator. 64,022 orig. km. Exc cond.! $16,000. 604-531-3404

1996 MIRAGE 19ft , 4.3 litre good on fuel, stocked, stored indoors, no salt, 600 hrs, w/trailer, good cond, $8800 obo. 604-857-3344

2011 COUGAR 28-6' Mint only 1 trip. Loaded c/w slide + all options ++ more $23,900 604 531-2841

1998 NOMAD 5th Wheel 25 ft. 1 slide; Standup/walk around Bdrm $12,000 604-796-2866

8075

2002 GMC Adventurer. Great camping with snowbird option! 106,000 kms Excellent 20’ motorhome. Sleeps 4, with oven, microwave, fridge & new stereo system. Low km, little used. $20,000. (604) 833-4537

ROAD RANGER 5TH WHEEL 24 FT. Rear bath, queen bed, new tires. New cond. $11,950. Call: (604) 325-7871 or email: glendoro@telus.net

rhero aise the supe LE DEAL! Pr Tights . es lin 3 UNBELIEVAB in e of this vehicl capabilities 4-630-3300. tional. Call 60 op pe ca d an

SPRING SPECIAL!

1 photo auto ad, 3 lines in 12 community papers. 1 online auto ad, 5 photos, many lines. It runs till you cancel, for up to one year.

We can sell your stuff. Give us a call. 604.630-3300

WE GUARANTEE IT!

Drywall

Farrant Drywall Commercial Residential SANDY

604

946-8460 or 202-8319 DRYWALL

Reliable Work ★ Res & Comm

Mike 604-789-5268

8080

Excavating

8160

Lawn & Garden

one mini, drainage, landscaping, stump / rock / cement / oil tank removal. Water / sewer line, 24 hours Call 341-4446 or 254-6865 MINI EXCAVATING Concrete & Blacktop driveway removal, Water line replacement, Drainage, Small ditching. Call 778-222-9052

8090

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

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

landscape construction

paving stones, concrete fences, arbors, sheds retaining walls decks, railings, stairs lawn installation

renovations interior exterior kitchens, bathrooms doors, windows hardiboard, cedar siding

604 948 5296 homesteadservices.ca

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

HENRY’S

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

• • • • • • • • •

SPRING SALE

10 000 Deliveries Garden Soil MixAnnually Lawn & Turf Blends Super Natural TopSoil Composted Black Bark #1 100% Fir Bark Mulch Top Dressing Blends Sand, Gravel & Rock Miracle Mix Soil Hydroseeding Contractor OPEN 7 DAYS ‘til 7pm

5333 - 176 St. Cloverdale

FREE DELIVERY

888 8881

• We’re in the Big Green Trucks

Gutters

Electrical

E VANSON LECTRIC

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

Which SUV sips gas like a subcompact?

Research vehicles on driving.ca

604-657-7957

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

8087

Continuous Gutters Leaf Protection Systems Fascia Covers Sofﬁts & Siding New Construction & Renovations Fully Insured/WCB

604-868-1373

www.citywidegutters.com

8130

Handyperson

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

NEED A HAND?

• REPAIRS • RENOVATIONS • WOODWORKING • PAINTING Call Pierre

604-649-0502 (cell)

8135

Hauling

LARRY’S CLEANUP: Rubbish, cleanups, yard waste, gutters... est 25 yrs. 604-649-9600

8155

Landscaping

Excavating

EXCAVATING & BOBCAT SERVICES • Garage Teardowns • Demolition • Driveway Widening • Concrete & Asphalt Removal • Landscape Removal • Yard Leveling & Clean Up • Digging & Trenching • Dirt Removal • Retaining Wall • 10-40 Yard Disposal Bins

604-306-8599

CUSTOM DESIGN AND INSTALLATION FOR NEW OR EXISTING LANDSCAPE

over 25 years experience call Lance:

604 240 9340

Akasha Turf Grass Mngt complete lawn restoration, aeration & fert. Res/Comm. $79. 526-6305 Greenworx Redevelopment Inc. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls, Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Jackhammering. Old Pools Filled in, irrigation. 604.782.4322

Cell: 604-710-1348 604-946-1348

www.landplus.ca

✔ Deep Core Aerating $49.95 WOW ✔ Lawn Maintenance ✔ Lime, Fertilize etc.

“1 Call is All”

Landscape PLUS

Maintenance & Contracting

WCB 604-943-0043 Local Resident 38 years

SUPER SOIL INC.

604-771-8885

8125

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

For anything Yard Related!

TOTAL LANDSCAPE SUPPLY SERVICES Since 1979

Hardwood Floor Refinishing Repairs & Staining Installation Free Estimates

Lawn & Garden

“Spring Clean-Up”

Fencing/Gates

S&S LANDSCAPING & FENCING

8160

S.B. GARDENING & LANDSCAPING

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

KT CONCRETE WORKS For all your concrete needs! For free estimate 604-307-0835 concreteworks.kt@gmail.com

1994 Special Edition Travelaire 5th whl, 26.5, aircon, lam flrs, $8000 obo (Abbot) 604-504-0408

19FT SEARAY, 165 merc inboard, w/trailer, runs awesome, $6000 obo. 604-817-9004

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

8087

A53

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

604-946-7308

MARTY’S

Property Maintenance Lawn Care & Maintenance • Pruning & Hedging • Full Yard Clean-Ups, etc.

Call 604-836-0147 Too much to do, not enough time? ... I can help! • Lawn maintenance • Window cleaning Designs • Prunning • • Gutter •cleaning • Lawns • Fences • Decks • • Pressure washing • Stone/Masonary • • Pruning and Hedging • Rubbish Call Hans JOHNremoval 604-943-4546 (WCB Insured) Tel: 604-948-0267 • 604-842-1468

• Residential / Commercial • Rotary / Reel Cutting • Trimming • Edging • Complete Fetilizing Programs • Aeration/Power Raking • Hedge Trimming / Pruning • Pressure Washing

CALL ANDY 604-908-3596

Akasha Turf Grass Mngt complete lawn restoration, aeration & fert. Res/Comm. $79. 526-6305 ★DAN’S YARD WORK★ Lawn Maint - Hedge Trimming Yard Cleanup ★ 604-417-2011 Gardening & Landscaping, Maint, Press. Wash. Call Ibro 604 318-5636 Emil 604 710-1726

GENESIS

Landscaping/Renovations LOCAL FAMILY OWNED & Operated Business

HEDGE TRIMMING • TREE PRUNING YARD MAINTENANCE POWER RAKING • AERATING PRESSURE WASHING • GUTTERS Local Area Resident

QUALITY SERVICE FROM THE GROUND UP

RYAN

604-218-4795

PAUL WEATHERBY Property Maintenance • • • • • • •

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

604 •240 •2194 604 •943 •2401

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 604-946-1348

LAWNTASTIC!!

Lawn trimming professionals Great Low Rates. Fun Friendly Service.

Tel: 778-374-3094

Quality Work Affordable 25yrs exp NO JOB TO SMALL 10% off all labour

778-899-3407 FREE EST

Lawn Cutting, Power Raking, Hedge Trimming, Pruning. Local resident. Steve 778-688-9095

8185

Moving & Storage

B&Y MOVING Experienced Movers ~ 2 Men $55 ~

Over 10 yrs. Exp. • Licenced & Insured • Professional Piano Movers

604-708-8850

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

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

BEST IN CLASS PAINTING

Interior & Exterior Low rates 100% guaranteed Free estimates

Mark 778-323-1045

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Call ThE Experts

m l A TREE SERVICE

Bermuda John

“Trim your trees, cut your costs”

Stump Grinding Fully Insured ISA Member

H: 604-943-0084

604-630-3300

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Royal Wood Tree Care

Tree Removal Tree Pruning Hedge Trimming

To place your ad call

C: 604-916-6187

PATIOS, DECKS, RAILINGS

• • • • • • •

Honest & Dependable No Job too Small

604.948.3199 778.688.1950

TREE SERVICE

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

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

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

CABINETS & COUNTERTOPS

Patio Covers

BEST PRICE | BEST QUALITY | BEST SERVICE

Renovating?

KITCHEN & BATHROOM CABINETS & COUNTERTOPS

You Buy It! We Build It!

Refer to the home Services section for all your home improvement, decorating, and design needs.

Wide Selection of Quartz & Granite Countertops Starting at

$35/sq.ft

Let us design your Dream Kitchen & Bathroom for FREE (with the cabinet purchase)

Chocolate Solid Wood Kitchen Cabinets

30% OFF!

Advantage Aluminum Products Ltd.

*Final Sale No Exchange/No Return

143 - 14488 Knox Way, Richmond, B.C.

Tel: 604-276-2323 Fax: 604-276-2313 Toll Free: 1-877-440-2323 www.advantagealuminum.ca

cowrykitchen.com • 604.542.5577

Visit our showroom at: 103-15585 24th Ave., South Surrey Mon-Sat 10am-5pm | Sunday 11am-4pm

BEST PRICE – BEST QUALITY - BEST SERVICE

HOME SERVICES Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

AAA PRECISION

PAINT RITE BY RICH

PAINTING

For all your Painting needs

• Exterior/Interior Projects • Written Warranty • Years of Experience • Fully Insured • WCB Covered Professional Crew of Ticketed Painters

QUALITY WORK. DONE RIGHT.

778.881.6096

CONFIDENT PAINTING LTD.

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

“Call Me – We’re Neighbours!”

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

PAUL’S PAINTING Local, Insured, 30 years experience Call 604-946-0212 or Cell 604-219-3286

Insured/WCB

D&M PAINTING

Interior & Exterior ~ FREE ESTIMATES ~

Interior/Exterior Specialist Many Years Experience Fully Insured Top Quality, Quick Work Free Estimate

FAIRWAY PAINTING

Fully Insured 20 years experience Call 604Free Estimates

8185

spencerspainting@gmail.com

604.812.6322

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

604-724-3832

7291234

Moving & Storage

8205

Paving/Seal Coating

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

8185

Moving & Storage

Need Space? We Have It!

MINI & MOBILE STORAGE Commercial

Personal

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

2 locations: LADNER

778-855-5574 778-316-2116

Book by June 15/12, get 10% off

8220

Plumbing

POINT ROBERTS

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

Gated Access Reasonable Rates!

8225

Power Washing

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

Steve Watts 604-943-4134 778-228-5639 Pressure Washing SERVICE RENOVATIONS HOT WATER TANKS Rick Wegner 604 809 6822 604 952 0975 precision1plumbing.com rick@precision1plumbing.com

778-997-9582

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SPECIALS

Aluminum & Glass Railings Fences & Gates PATIO COVERS

Member: Better Business Bureau

Jean-Guy Bottin

Quality Work You Can Trust!

Patios/Decks/ Railings

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

Cell 604.626.1975

ALLQUEST PAINTING

8200

MAIN PLUMBING & DRAINAGE 604.948.1811

Lowest price hot water tank replacement, perimeter and yard drainage, bathroom and kitchen renovations. No job too small Honest and reliable. Locally operated. Competitive Pricing. Licensed, bonded and insured.

WESTMOR

Plumbing Ltd

Res - Com Professional Service FLAT RATE 7 DAYS/WK

604-551-8531 Free Est Lic - Ins - Bonded

Houses, Siding, Driveways, Patios, Painting, Interior/Exterior

Seniors Discount

Don’t wait. Call Ian Ferguson

Phone: 604.946.9395 Cell: 604.812.7255 PRESSURE WASHING ★★★★ Free Estimates ★★★★ Call Andy 604-908-3596

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

AL’S CERAMIC TILE

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

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

DANICO CONSTRUCTION LTD. $38 PER HOUR

Plumbing, Heating, Plugged drains. Ironman Plumbing 604-510-2155

PRECISION 1 Plumbing & Heating, Lic. & Ins. hw tanks, service, renos. Rick 604-809-6822 PLUMBER Service and repairs, Hot water tanks, Heating, Gas Fitting, Renos (604) 910-4116

ALL KINDS OF RENOVATIONS

Additions/Extensions BASEMENTS KITCHENS & BATHS HARDWOOD FLOORS FINISH CARPENTRY SPECIALISTS Over 20 Years Exp.

604-313-8050

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

OCL FINE HOMES • Complete renovation services • Design & project management • Renovations & new homes

over 25 years experience

604 240 9340

ACE OF TRADES

• Complete Renovations • Plumbing • Electrical • Master Carpenter • Painting • Wallpapering • Kitchen/Bathroom designer & installer • Floors • Ceramic • Tiles • Drywall

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

ALLQUEST PAINTING Quality Work You Can Trust! 778 997-9582 D & M RENOVATIONS, Flooring, tiling, finishing. Fully Insured. Top quality, quick work 604-724-3832

FAIRWAY PAINTING 604 729-1234 PERFECT RAILING & AWNING LTD. Sunrooms Patio Covers. BBB Member. 778 855-5574

8250

Roofing

— Mark —

CASCADIA PAINTING

Renos/Home Maintenance

WCB & Liability Insured www.CascadiaPainting.ca

604-943-4024 604-612-3329 Building on your ideas. Kitchens, Baths, Home Repairs, Decks....

Tried & True Since 1902

Call for a free estimate:

1.877.602.7346

Visit us online to receive a special discount:

www.crownroofgutters.ca A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437 JJ ROOFING, Repair specialist, Reroof, New Roof. Seniors disc. WCB, BBB, fully insured. 604-726-6345 www.jjroofing.ca

Rubbish Removal

Student Works

Disposal & Recycling Trips start at

$49

B i n s f ro m 5 - 3 0 y a rd s a v a i l .

John 778-288-8009

10% OFF with this ad w w w.student worksdisposal.com

DISPOSAL BINS: All bins are $199 + dump fees. 604-306-8599 www.disposalking.com

ROD’S HAUL IT AWAY 778-668-4285

8300

25 yrs. exp. $35/hr

Cell: 778-889-9918

8255

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

ALL STUCCO, chimney and cement work. Professional, inexpensive reliable and fast 604-715-2071 Quality Home Improvement ★ Stucco ★ All Kinds. No Job Too Big or Small. 604-725-8925

8309

Tiling

THE TILE GUY Tiles, Pavers & Stone over 25 yrs exp

604.374.2360

604-240-9340

info@greentimberhomereno.ca

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

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

Certiﬁed Plumber

20 years exp. & ref’s European craftsmanship

Call Paul 778-434-2437 for free estimate

RDM ENTERPRISES

8255

Rubbish Removal

LARRY’S CLEAN-UP

For All Your Household Repairs and Renovations. Interior and Exterior Finishing, Fences & Decks, Kitchens, Bathrooms & Plumbing Refs Avail. Free Estimates

Over 25 years serving South Delta

Rob 604-946-4796

604-649-9600

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

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

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

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

8310

Top Soil

★TOPSOIL ★ Sand ★ Gravel Delivered ★ Ladner & Tsaw Call Bob 604-779- SOIL (7645)

Need a Gardener? Find one in the Home Services section

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BRAD

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3 FINAL DAYS

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37 MPG

MSRP $23,895 #SP1953

SPORTAGE

$1000 + 5

2012 KIA

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52 MPG BIWEEKLY

SORENTO

SHARP 60" AQUOS TV 2012 KIA

40 MPG

A+ RATING

Offer(s) available on select new 2011/2012 models through participating dealers to qualified customers who take delivery by May 31, 2012. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. Offers are subject to change without notice. See dealer for complete details. Vehicle images shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers exclude licensing, registration, insurance, other taxes and down payment (if applicable). Other dealer charges may be required at the time of purchase. Other lease and financing options also available. 0% purchase financing is available on select 2012 Kia models on approved credit (OAC). Term varies by model and trim. Financing and lease rates vary by vehicle and are valid on approved credit (OAC) only. Dealers may sell for less. See dealer for full detail. Purchase financing offers include Delivery and Destination fees of up to $1,650. Other taxes, registration, insurance, licensing fees, and PPSA of $79 are excluded. “Don’t Pay for 90 Days” on select models (90-day payment deferral) applies to purchase financing offers on select 2011 and 2012 models on approved credit (OAC) (2011/2012 Sportage/Sorento/Sedona/Borrego excluded). No interest will accrue during the first 60 days of the finance contract. After this period, interest starts to accrue and the purchaser will repay the principal interest monthly over the term of the contract. Loyalty Bonus offer available on 2012 Kia Optima HYBRID at a value of $1,250 for any current Kia owners towards the purchase or lease of a new 2012 MY Optima HYBRID models only. Loyalty Bonus offer applicable to cash purchase, lease and purchase financing only before May 31, 2012. Offer is transferrable within same household only (must provide proof of address). Limit of one bonus per customer or household. Certain restrictions apply. Available at participating dealers. See dealer for details. ECO-Credit for 2011 / 2012 Optima HYBRID is $1,000 and is applicable to the purchase or lease of a new 2011 / 2012 Kia Optima HYBRID. Available at participating dealers. Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Cash purchase credit and Loan credit available on select models and varies by model and trim. Credits are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease and finance offers. Cash purchase price includes cash credit, delivery and destination fees and other government taxes. Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. Available at participating dealers. Other lease and finance options are also available. Dealers may sell for less. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Prices are subject to change without notice. Certain restrictions may apply. Offers may change, may be extended without notice, and are for examples only. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. See your Kia retailer for full offer/program details. All offers are subject to availability. Offer ends May 31, 2012. Optima Car of the Year $100 Test Drive Bonus offer is open to eligible retail customers who test drive a new 2011/2012 Optima between May 1- May 31, 2012 at a participating dealership and who purchase a competitive vehicle (2012 Hyundai Sonata, Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Ford Fusion, Chevrolet Malibu, Volkswagen Passat or Nissan Altima) within 5 days of their Optima test drive. Eligible participants must be Canadian residents and must provide satisfactory proof of their purchase/lease of a qualifying competitive vehicle. Participants will receive a $100 Visa (or gas) card. Limit one offer per person. Some conditions apply. See participating dealers for complete details. 2012 Sorento, stock #SR6261, $153 biweekly payment based on the selling price of $26,500 with $3,000 down payment@ 1.49% interest over a 60/84 term, the cost of borrowing is $1163 and the residual is $7783 OAC. 2012 Rio, stock #RO3700, $96 biweekly payment based on the selling price of $15,900 @1.9% interest over a 60/84 term the cost of borrowing is $2338 and the residual is $7500 OAC. 2012 Soul, stock #SO1075, $126 biweekly payments based on the selling price of $21,600 with a $3500 down payment @2.9% interest over a 60/84 term the cost of borrowing is $2000 and the residual is $6307 OAC.2012 Optima, stock #OP2524, $138 biweekly payment based on the selling price of $24,000 with a $3000 down payment @1.49% interest over a 60/84 term the cost of borrowing is $1041 and the residual is $6969 OAC. 2012 Forte, stock #FO7526, $123 biweekly payments based on the selling price of $18,900 @1.49% interest over a 60/84 term the cost of borrowing is $1037 and the residual is $6300 OAC. 2012 Sportage, stock #SP1953, $139 biweekly payments based on the selling price of $23,895 with a $3,000 down payment @1.9% interest over a 60/84 term, the cost of borrowing is $1489 and the residual is $7183 OAC.. 2012 Forte Koup, Stock #FO0781, $141 biweekly payments based on the selling price of $21,750 @1.49% interest over a 60/84 term, the cost of borrowing is $1193 and the residual is $7250 OAC. All giveaways only apply to the stock #’s that are noted in this ad and are for financed vehicles only, not cash purchases. Offers may not be combined and must be negotiated in deal.. Customers can only choose 1 offer. Vehicles may not be exactly as illustrated. Offers available while supplies last. 5 years of free oil changes are based on 3 oil changes per year if all regular service work is performed at Applewood Kia in Surrey. Value of offers does not exceed $1200. Offers are only valid until closing on MAY 27th, 2012.Please see dealer for complete details.

WWW.APPLEWOOD.CA

1-877-275-6023

“It’s all good at Applewood!”

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$153

58 MPG

NICK

50 MPG

47 MPG

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RICK

CREDIT SPECIALIST

GAS CARD

$123

RAJ

SALES

MSRP $26,500 #SP6261

$96

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OUTDOOR FURNITURE FIRE PIT & GAS BBQ

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ANDREW

FINANCIAL SERVICE ADVISOR

$141

FORTE KOUP MSRP $21,750 #FO0781

$138

2012 KIA

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GURPREET

APPLEWOOD KIA

TWO STORES TO SERVE YOU

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$126

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2012 KIA

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2012 Chevy Sonic

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16,480

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21,480

#1 fuel economy , Comprehensive Safety Story - Standard 6 Airbags, Anti-Lock Brakes with Traction Control, StabiliTrak, Hill Hold Assist and integrated Trailer Sway Control.

27,910

2012 Cadillac CTS

2012 GMC Sierra EXT Cab

Safety ﬁrst with 6 airbags, ABS brakes, panic brake assist, traction control, StabiliTrak® electronic stability control, and 6 months subscription to On-Star® all standard.

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7 Passenger Top Safety pick , #1 fuel economy, StabiliTrac, 10 standard airbags

24,980

2012 NEW Chevy Equinox

16,480

2012 NEW Chevy Orlando

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2012 Buick Verano

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2006 HUMMER H3 SUPER MINT WITH ULTRA LOW KMS! STK#72731A

2011 MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE GT

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19,990

2010 SIERRA CREWCAB HYBRID 4X4

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41,912

TRIPLE BLACK, CRAZY LOW KMS!!! STK#72729A

2012 SUBURBAN 4X4 SUPER RARE AND MINT CONDITION! STK#72728A

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2008 PATHFINDER

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34,921

2007 ES350

2009 ALTIMA

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33,932

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28,918

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12,963

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604-273-1311 **ALL FINANCE OFFERS, 0% FINANCING, 6 MONTHS NO PAYMENTS, NO MONEY DOWN ARE ALL ON SELECT MODELS AND ON APPROVED CREDIT. *PRICES ARE PLUS DOCUMENTATION FEE OF $549 PLUS TAXES, VEHICLE NOT EXACTLEY AS SHOWN FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. † LIMITED 1 FREE GIFT PER CUSTOMER PER PURCHASE. SALE ENDS MAY 31, 2012.