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Developer Ron Toigo received conditional approval from Delta council this week to increase the number of condos in his Tsawwassen Springs project. The buildings will remain the same size, but will now be divided into smaller, more affordable units.

Conflict charges frustrate Toigo

Council criticized for approving golf course project revisions after accepting developer’s campaign contributions BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

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Opponents to his housing project at the Tsawwassen Golf and Country Club have sunk to a new low, says local businessman Ron Toigo.

Following a public hearing Tuesday at municipal hall, where residents had a chance to speak on proposed revisions to the Tsawwassen Springs development, a clearly disheartened Toigo said it’s disappointing the integrity of Delta council members was questioned.

Several people who spoke in

opposition claimed there was an appearance of a conflict of interest by councillors who accepted financial contributions from Toigo in the 2008 municipal election.

“It’s a shame ... that’s where they gravitate to every time, to find some lowest common denominator,” Toigo told the Optimist.

“I have great respect for this council, more than any other level of politician. They’re accountable, they’re in the community and they have more trouble raising funds than anybody. I’ve donated to (the political associations of) Vicki Huntington, Krista Engelland,

Guy Gentner.”

Ian Robertson was the first speaker to raise the question followed by several others.

Noting the Local Government Election Task Force will soon give its recommendations to the provincial government, Peter Duffey said, “I am sure that council will recognize the need to remove any perception that they’re influenced

by large campaign contributions.”

Richard Kunz told politicians the community would question their credibility due to the optics of the donations.

In the last election, Toigo’s companies, Shato Holdings Ltd., Langley Regional Mall Corp. and Italian Oven Restaurant, donated a combined $3,000 to Bruce McDonald and George Hawksworth, who ran together, as well as the same amount to the slate of Mayor Lois Jackson, Robert Campbell and Scott Hamilton. Heather King received $1,500. Anne Peterson was the only elected official not to receive

a contribution from him.

The 2008 election occurred after Toigo received approval for the project. He said there were no changes contemplated at that time.

King left the council table when it was time to vote Tuesday, noting there may be a perceived conflict.

Campbell, frustrated by King’s move, said, “I think it’s deplorable people are raising this as an issue to block amendments to this process.”

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May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A03

Delta ranks low on best places list BY

TOM ZYTARUK

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According to MoneySense magazine’s Best Places to Live 2010, Delta is not where it’s at.

Its fifth annual survey of 179 Canadian cities and towns with populations over 10,000 placed Delta at 110th in terms of being the best place to live.

The cities were rated based on climate, prosperity, crime rates, lifestyle, access to health care and home affordability.

This year, the Canadian personal finance magazine’s survey ranked Ottawa-Gatineau as the number-one community to live in Canada. Bay Roberts, Nfld., came in dead last at 179.

In between those, Victoria was ranked eighth, Vancouver 29th, New Westminster 50th, Langley 60th, Toronto 85th and Surrey 146th.

Mayor Lois Jackson was surprised by Delta’s ranking.

“I don’t agree,” she said, noting that Delta isn’t known as the sun god for nothing, enjoys a low crime rate, is “fairly” prosperous, and that the West Coast on a whole offers “some of the best lifestyle in the world.”

“I thought it would be a lot higher,” she said.

“I’m not very happy with whoever wrote it, anyway.”

Jackson is especially surprised with Delta’s ranking compared to that of its neighbouring cities, noting “they’ve got way more homeless in these other places.”

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Colourful farm up for sale

$4.5 million price put on 40-acre property and heritage home owned by John van Dongen Sr. BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

There’s been lots of interest in a farm for sale that’s become a colourful and controversial landmark in East Delta.

For the past couple of months, the 40-acre farm of John van Dongen Sr. in the 9000-block of Ladner Trunk Road has been on the market.

With an asking price of $4.5 million, the property

TOIGO from page 1 Campbell, who was acting mayor in Jackson’s absence, said it seemed strange that it was fine for many of the opponents who were part of the electors’ group to accept Toigo’s money when it helped them get their candidates (Jackson at the time) onto council.

“It is well settled law in this province ... it is not a conflict. The Elections Act and the Local Government Act clearly allow this to happen and there is no conflict of interest in accepting campaign donations from anyone and then voting on something they’re associated with later, as long as

SANDOR GYARMATI

The van Dongen farm near the junction of highways 10 and 99 in East Delta has been the site of some controversy in the past, including the owner’s ongoing feud with the SPCA.

the campaign information is properly declared,” insisted Campbell, who is a lawyer.

Bordered by Highway 17 and 52nd Street, the original Tsawwassen Springs plan included 194 townhomes and 243 condos.

The project also included other amenities including a lengthened golf course.

On Tuesday, council voted unanimously in favour of giving the proposed changes conditional approval, meaning only a final vote is needed.

The most notable change will see an increase of 53 condos. Noting the footprint of the buildings will remain

has a 3,696-square-foot heritage home and a 50-horse barn among its features.

The property could have a second home, said Sutton realtor Bhajan Panesar. He noted it could also house another business, such as a restaurant.

Panesar said there have been lots of inquiries but its size has made it too expensive for interested buyers.

He said a partnership is being contemplated to purchase the land.

Still boasting a large and colourful protest sign depicting van Dongen’s obvious dislike for the SPCA, the property has been in the news in recent years.

This year, a Vancouver realtor filed a lawsuit against four Delta police officers claiming damages for injuries she suffered when she was arrested at the site in late 2008.

The woman said she was arrested while trying to feed

more than 100 starving cats housed there. van Dongen said she had his permission to be on the property.

A few months prior to the incident, the SPCA raided one of the tenants on the property, an animal shelter named Forgotten Felines.

At the time, 50 cats, which were deemed to be in the worst shape of the more than 200 on the premises, were seized and removed.

Afterward, van Dongen filed a petition in B.C.

Supreme Court claiming the operators of the shelter owed him thousands in unpaid rent.

John van Dongen Sr. was charged with cruelty to animals involving the care of horses several years ago, but was not convicted. He then sought financial compensation from the SPCA. He has a nephew with the same name, MLA John van Dongen, a former solicitor general and agriculture minister.

exactly the same, Toigo said larger condos would be divided into smaller units, thus making it more affordable for those looking to downsize. A major reason behind the move is the controversial harmonized sales tax will apply to expensive new homes.

Saying she was concerned about the precedent it would set, Sylvia Bishop told council, “I don’t think it’s your job to be a bailout czar.”

Toigo objected to the remark, telling council all he’s doing is building an even better project for residents.

Peterson later noted having smaller units addressed her own original concerns

the larger condos would only cater to more affluent buyers.

Several residents spoke in favour of the changes, although they were outnumbered by opponents that were also concerned about parking and traffic.

However, it was the suggestion that councillors who accepted campaign contributions may be in a perceived conflict that turned the debate heated.

One resident said she was embarrassed the way council conducts its business.

McDonald told the audience he had already spoken to Delta’s lawyer and it was made clear there’s no conflict if contributions during a campaign are declared

and made public.

Noting changes were also made to the large Delsom Estates housing development in North Delta, McDonald said nothing “sneaky” was taking place.

“I think that it’s very frustrating that people want, rather than focus on the issue, change that argument to a ‘you don’t really care’ or ‘you’re corrupt.’ I find that very offensive,” he said.

Saying King walking away from the vote simply showed her inexperience, Toigo told the Optimist, “We donate to every charity that’s in this community, you name it. If it’s good for the community, we’re there to support it and always

have been ... That same group of usual suspects are not any benefit for the community, whether it be the hospital foundation, hospice foundation, you name it.”

Several of Toigo’s partners in the Tsawwassen Springs project, including Edmonton Oilers coach Pat Quinn, attended Tuesday’s public hearing.

Two days after the hearing, Jackson contacted the Optimist saying she was not pleased to learn what had transpired at the meeting.

“I have asked to see the tape of the meeting, I will be viewing that. I intend to get some outside counsel relative to the situation to know we are on firm ground.”

A04 The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010

Local business teacher takes skills to Kenya Scott Armstrong helps women become entrepreneurs BY

DAVE WILLIS

dwillis@delta-optimist.com

Tsawwassen’s Scott Armstrong is taking his entrepreneurial skills to Africa.

Armstrong, a director at the Peter Thomson Centre for Venture Development at BCIT, left last Saturday for a month-long trip to Kenya.

He’ll be teaching women how to start their own businesses, working at three different orphanages and helping to finance the drilling of a well, he says.

Armstrong, who’s also the author of a small business guidebook, is going

He’s says the idea of doing this trip was “one of those things that’s been bubbling for a while,” adding “it’s really just about getting a sense of what the rest of the world considers normal.” with an old friend from high school.

The pair “wanted to do some ground stuff ” and “not volunteer for a few hours then go on a safari.”

He’s says the idea of doing this trip was “one of those things that’s been bubbling for a while,” adding “it’s really just about getting a sense of what the rest of the world considers normal.”

Armstrong, who used to be an outdoor adventure travel guide, says he’ll be sleeping in a pole hut with a family and paying about $35 a week for food and lodging.

He notes they’ll be posting photos and details of their trip online with a blog.

Check out Armstrong’s blog at paulscottinkenya. blogspot.com.

$400,000 overpass connects pedestrian trail BY

JESSICA KERR

jkerr@delta-optimist.com

Construction began recently on a pedestrian overpass that will link an extensive trail that runs from Annacis Island all the way to Boundary Bay. Part of the Delta South Surrey Greenway Trail,

the 23.3-metre structure, which will cost more than $400,000, will be built over the Burlington Northern Santa Fe rail line between highways 10 and 99.

The cost of the project is being shared between the provincial and federal governments. The funding was announced in late 2007.

At the time, Mayor Lois Jackson said the trail, which uses existing water and sewer rights-of-way, provides alternate transportation for cyclists and pedestrians.

“It is a thread which runs through all our municipalities and connects the dots,” Jackson said.

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Efforts aimed at improving truck safety Information sharing with port underway, while trucking association wants higher standards for driver training BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

Information sharing on poor and unsafe truck driver behaviour is a positive move but more has to be done, says Mayor Lois Jackson.

In a regular update from the Deltaport Third Berth liaison committee, Delta council was recently informed a system is now in place to share information regarding truck driver behaviour between the B.C. Vehicle Inspection Branch and Port Metro Vancouver, enabling the port to be more proactive in suspending or revoking port passes for repeat or serious offenders.

In addition, in an attempt to reduce truck speeds, an electronic speed sign is to be installed on Deltaport Way. “We’re all very happy about information sharing.

It’s so simple to pick up the phone or have a short meeting among the people who can make a major difference,” Jackson told the Optimist.

Noting truck traffic will

increase on South Delta’s roads due to port expansion, Jackson pointed to the fatal accident last month on Nordel Way as a troubling sign that more needs to be done.

In that collision, the driver of a semitractor, not towing a trailer, reportedly failed to notice an SUV stopped at the intersection. The truck PHOTO BY SANDOR GYARMATI driver lost control With a third berth now open at Deltaport, more and more trucks are on highways in Delta. of his vehicle while braking to avoid the for a long time now that if able to police for impaired certification process would SUV, swerving into oncom- a driver demonstrates they drivers.” be directed to drivers that ing traffic and hitting a lack the skill or knowledge, Landry said over the last want to have a “gold standelivery truck head-on. The or the attitude, to safely three years his association dard” level of training. driver of the delivery truck operate a large commercial has also been working on “We’re hoping to pilot was killed. vehicle, to our mind those establishing a comprehentest that program some“Semis can’t make a are grounds for review, sive, but volunteer, driver time this year. Once we get mistake around anybody potentially retesting of the training program. through pilot testing, there because it’s usually deadly,” driver,” said Landry.

“It wouldn’t take that would have to be some Jackson said.

The association believes long to get the licence but changes before we would Agreeing informathe provincial government it would take a long time to launch it,” he said. tion sharing with the port should “institute a driver get certified, as is the case Landry noted the curis a positive move, B.C. sanction program with today for other trades such rent mandatory training and Trucking Association presi- immediate consequences as plumbing and carpentry, testing of new commercial dent Paul Landry said his when it becomes clear that where there’s a recognized vehicle drivers should organization also wants to a commercial vehicle opera- process that results in cerimprove. help establish higher stantor poses a serious threat to tification. We’d like to see “The gold standard traindards for truck driver trainpublic safety. This could be that for the trucking indusing program I described ing and licensing. modeled on the administratry and truck drivers.” would be strictly voluntary.

“We have had a position tive justice approach availLandry said the proposed But there should still be

training offered by other institutions, both private sectors as well as the college system, that has a higher minimum standard.

We’ll be talking to ICBC on how to improve the minimum standard for training.”

A significant measure to reduce the amount of trucks on the road during the day, thus reducing the risk of collisions, is to make ports 24-hour operations. Landry said the biggest stumbling block remains the fact businesses serviced by the port only want to stay open during regular business hours.

“That idea has been around a long time and the concept makes a lot of sense. More often it makes sense when the container terminals are overwhelmed with volumes, then you really need extended periods, but most of the customers of the trucking industry don’t work during those hours.”

Landry said container volumes will begin to return to previous levels as the economy comes out of the recession, which means the issue of extended hours will be raised once again.

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The following are some of the calls of interest the Delta police responded to in the South Delta area between Friday, May 14 and Tuesday, May 18: Tsawwassen • May 14, 9:30 a.m., 1500-block of 56th Street: The thrift shop reported that a laundry basket containing approximately $500 worth of Royal Albert china had been stolen sometime during the first hour after opening. The china included plates, mugs, cups, saucers, and a cream and sugar set.

• May 15, 1 a.m., Point Roberts border crossing: Canada Customs officer requested police to assist with a driver who admitted to drinking alcoholic beverages before driving. The driver was issued a 24-hour roadside suspension and his vehicle was impounded.

• May 15, 3:10 a.m., 1400-block of Tsawwassen Drive: Complainant reported that unknown persons had cut the telephone lines and broke the door lock to gain entry to the gas station. Items stolen included cigarettes, cash, ATM and a safe. Damage to the building floor and door is approximately $3,500. The ATM cash box was recovered nearby and seized for fingerprint analysis.

• May 17, 1 a.m., 5400block of 7th Avenue: A report was received of several males casing vehicles in the area and then leaving in a taxi. The males were located after exiting the taxi and found that they all had previous property crimerelated files. One suspect indicated he was carrying

mace and was arrested for possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and then released on a promise to appear in court at a future date.

• May 18, 7:51 a.m., 1200-block of 49th Street: Complainant reported that a vehicle had been parked in front of her residence for approximately three days. Vehicle had been reported stolen out of Surrey. Damage to driver’s side door and rear bumper estimated at $500. Vehicle towed for forensic examination.

Ladner • May 15, 11:26 a.m., 5200-block of Ladner Trunk Road: A suspect left the supermarket without paying for $102 worth of meat products. When the loss prevention officer attempted to stop the suspect she resisted arrest and assaulted the officer. On investigation it was discovered the suspect had stolen $106 worth of alcohol from the liquor store just prior to entering the supermarket.

Video surveillance obtained confirmed the liquor store theft. The charges pending include theft, assault and resisting arrest. The suspect was later released on a promise to appear in court at a future date and an order to not enter the supermarket or the liquor store.

• May 17, 10:25 a.m., 4600-block of Holly Park Wynd: Complainant reported receiving a suspicious letter requesting permission to deposit $10 million into her account. The letter originated in Spain and is a common mail fraud. No further action required.

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Beauty in eye of the beholder TED MURPHY

MURPHY’S LAW Some people look at a room and see nothing wrong. Other people look at the same room and see the need to change the flooring, the paint colour, the window coverings and pretty much everything else associated with the décor.

I mention this not because we’re going to rip up perfectly good carpet and replace it with hardwood, but due to the fact a municipal staff report is recommending improvements be undertaken at the Ladner Leisure Centre.

If memory serves me correctly, the leisure centre opened in September of 1993, so it’s now approaching its 17th birthday.

That’s not necessarily old for an aquatic facility, but if you were to build one today, it would almost certainly include more bells and whistles.

In other words, it could be updated, but it’s not a necessity. It’s sort of like trading carpet for hardwood, although don’t let me obsess about that project because I’m totally on board with the renovations.

So, does Delta spend the better part of a million taxpayers’ dollars to improve the leisure centre or does it say the place is fine just the way it is? Civic politicians are in support of the former, however at this point no money has been expended.

Although I’m not convinced I’m a therapy spa kind of guy, I can’t disagree with the recommendations.

First off, the price tag seems relatively modest. The first phase, which includes a rain shower feature and that very European therapy spa, is pegged at $350,000. The second phase, which would be a decade off and include a lounge, sundeck and more, is estimated at $400,000. Granted, estimates and final costs can be two different animals, but at this point at least we’re not talking major money.

What’s more, I don’t think Delta wants to be known as the place that time forgot.

If you don’t use the recreation facilities, perhaps you’re quite happy to scrimp on the amenities, but for those that do, they deserve a decent experience. I’m not suggesting we go high end, as there will always be somewhere that’s got nicer pools or parks or playing fields, but we should at least be in the mix when it comes to providing taxpayers with services.

At the end of the day, the decision is more of a want than a need, so I can understand those folks that see it as a frivolous expenditure, one that shouldn’t be made at all or that the money should be re-directed to more pressing projects.

It’s a legitimate argument made by those who see absolutely no reason to replace perfectly good carpet with hardwood.

Good things can happen when sides willing to come to table MIKE SCHNEIDER

COMMUNITY COMMENT Something truly amazing transpired this past week. The Canadian Boreal Forest Agreement has seen enemies on opposing sides of a major issue come together to resolve their respective differences.

If you remember the early ‘80s in B.C., you will remember Clayquot and the clash between mother earth and the evil doers of industry. It was one of the biggest battles between the environmental movement and business that has ever been witnessed in Canada and abroad.

Greenpeace and industry have now quietly hammered out a deal that makes sense for all. It took a couple of years for the mediator/ facilitator and several factions from each side to reach a compromise.

This clash, which has continually brewed for years, has generally mirrored many other ideological and practical confrontations on an

assortment of local, regional and national issues.

“Tree huggers,” as they were tagged back then, have been able to achieve compromise with industry in this deal, recognizing that healthy forest practices are a good way to ensure healthy community building where it counts.

Not everyone in either camp will be happy, of course. People who say “no” as their standard battle plan will hate the fact some resolve has come to the equation. That is too bad for them, I suppose.

These are the same people who think politicians should somehow be recalled whenever a policy decision is made that doesn’t jibe with their point of view.

That is OK because these people are on the fringes on either side, and will not affect any political outcome regardless of the task at hand. Thank goodness that anarchy is not yet on the horizon.

The real triumph in the landmark Greenpeace agreement is the fact stakeholders got together on their own to hammer out an actual contract.

Avrim Lazar, president and CEO of the Forest Products Association of Canada, had this to say about the process the other day: “Instead of fighting and having polarized

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discussions and trying to solve problems with win-lose, meaningless debates, we have agreed that tomorrow depends upon our ability to find solutions.”

On the other side of the table, Richard Brooks, forest campaign co-ordinator with Greenpeace Canada, said, “We’ve been fighting this fight, the environmental community, for many years now, and we have had some victories along the way. But we haven’t been able to achieve the results that we’ve all been hoping for. And this agreement really is going to achieve those results, and that’s why we’re behind it.”

The uncomfortable first meetings between people that have generally hated each other grew into a positive working environment.

Perhaps this methodology should be employed on smaller scale with regional issues so any common ground can be used a s a starting point for real and difficult discussion that may ultimately yield sound benefit.

Getting to the table can be difficult, but if common ground presents itself the exercise should be given the opportunity to succeed.

Congratulations to both sides for achieving positive and meaningful results in the Boreal Forest deal.

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May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A09 Letters to the Editor

Couple of reasons why council won’t put question on ballot

Editor: No matter how efficient it would be to add a Southlands question to the ballot at the coming byelection, it won’t happen.

There are two reasons, one high-minded and the other cynical.

The high-minded reason is that including the Southlands question could damage the useful informal process that usually elects council members from each of North Delta, Tsawwassen and Ladner (where late councillor George Hawksworth lived).

A Southlands question on the ballot would bring Tsawwassen residents to the polls in huge numbers.

Chances are we’d vote for somebody from our own community.

The cynical reason is that the mayor’s party on council no doubt remembers that Tsawwassen voters snubbed them in the last election.

Would that group of councillors allow a ballot question that would swell the vote from the community least likely to support their endorsee?

Gail Neff Bell

Pylons work, but sign just adds to confusion at highway interchange

Editor: Re: Changes made to prevent Hwy. 17 head-on I’m glad to see that our highways department is attempting to make our roads safer, however sometimes I am embarrassed by the things it does.

The image that went with the article shows the sign (on the island in the middle of the road) that contains the curved arrow pointing around the island to the right. This one is easy to understand. Then there is another sign that states, “WRONG WAY” and points to the left.

If our sign makers have travelled in Europe or had ever taken out an international driver’s licence, they would know that cars follow the direction of the arrow.

So does this new sign mean I should go to the left of the island and the right

This paves the way [pardon the pun] for development on over 30 acres of the Jackson farm. How did Delta vote? Jackson cast the allotted five votes in favour of acceptance.

If we are concerned about threats to farmland such as the Southlands proposal and Earth King’s proposal for an industrial complex and conference centre, we need to be talking to Metro Vancouver politicians. The Jackson decision very likely makes Delta’s position clear.

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Suing Alexa’s aunt takes it too far Editor: Re: Middelaers launch civil lawsuit, May 15 How sad and disappointing to see the Middelaers turn out to be grasping and vindictive.

I can agree it is appropriate to sue the driver but to sue his own sister, who was also a victim in the accident that killed Alexa, Michael Middelaer shows a side of himself that is wholly out

markings on the road, the widened intersection at Highways 10 and 17 has had its lane markings moved to accommodate the widened road heading south along Highway 17.

These new markings disappear when wet and the sun is shining from the south, making it extremely difficult to know if one is still in their lane or straddling a couple of them.

I implore the highways department to install more visible markings such as cat’s eyes or even the thick glued-down line markers or paint with reflective properties. Something needs to be done there before a serious accident happens because a driver had no idea of where he or she should have positioned their vehicle due to not being able to see any lane markings.

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Metro vote shows where Delta stands on preserving farmland Editor: If Delta residents are wondering how committed their mayor and council are to saving farmland from development, we must take notice of Metro Vancouver’s recent vote on developing part of the Jackson farm in Maple Ridge.

On March 26, the Metro Board voted to accept the amendment to the District of Maple Ridge’s context statement, dated December 2009, on the basis that “this shall not be precedent-setting for potential urbanization of the Thornhill area.”

pylons should be quite adequate.

Let’s not over-do it and make matters worse with confusing signs.

I’ve seen several examples on our highways where there are so many signs FILE PHOTO to read in a The letter writer believes the new sign short distance doesn’t help. that drivers had side is the wrong way, or is to stop in the it the other way around? I middle of the road in order believe this new sign causes to read them all, becommore confusion than if it ing a traffic hazard in the were simply taken down. process.

The old sign is quite Perhaps the next accident enough. If the driver can’t at that location will be due see the original sign, do to someone rear-ending a you think they will see hesitant driver who was trythe second one (and more ing to follow all the signage importantly, if they do see while the person following the second one, will it lead was not looking at the vehito confusion)? cle in front, but rather also Painting the markings on looking at all the signs. the pavement and the added Speaking of painted

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Editor: Charisma without substance is a dangerous thing! That was the sound bite legacy that emanated from the Whistler Social Credit convention of 1986.

Bill Vander Zalm is a charming rogue, but let’s not forget he led to the complete destruction of the Social Credit party, resulting in the province sinking financially to the bottom of the country in a time of progress, expansion and investment everywhere else in Canada.

A10 The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010 Letters to the Editor

Teens see hard work destroyed due to neighbour’s complaint Editor: My 13-year-old son and his friends love to ride their bikes. They ride them around town, on the trails on the North Shore and at Whistler Bike Park. It is their passion, and it’s what keeps them fit, happy and out of trouble.

Until May 13, they also loved to ride on the jumps they spent the last year building, grooming and rebuilding behind our house on the B.C. Hydro right-ofway that leads to English Bluff Road.

When they started building the jumps, I went around to our neighbours and talked to them about it, to ensure there wasn’t going

to be a conflict before they even put a shovel in the ground.

The boys were respectful of our neighbours and their property. They had trashcans for garbage, watched their language and were generally well mannered.

When they wanted to build a “roll-in” ramp near one neighbour’s fence, they asked permission, and were told it was nice to see kids outside doing something constructive rather than sitting indoors playing video games.

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They had many spectators in the form of people walking their dogs along the green space.

Since the jumps have been demolished, all the walkers have asked why and what harm were they doing?

I fully understand this is B.C. Hydro land and that most likely B.C. Hydro knew the jumps were there over the last year, but perhaps they thought it was a small concession for having to endure the two largest power poles on the line behind our house, not to mention the fact we weren’t included in the buyout program.

But apparently, someone felt the sight of some 13- to 15-year-old boys having fun was somehow the worst thing that could happen back there, and made their voice heard within B.C. Hydro until they had no choice but to tear the jumps down.

It is so frustrating and disheartening to see the disappointment in the faces

of the boys who worked so hard for something they loved.

What do I tell them?

That this is a sad reality of our society, that hard work and passion for something doesn’t hold water when it comes to a couple of people that will lobby for their own needs?

On a positive note, Delta’s parks and recreation department has offered to try and work with the boys to find some public land to rebuild on, but it still doesn’t replace all the pride and labour they put into the ones behind our house.

I just hope that whomever complained enough to get their way is now happy, and that all this has been worthwhile for them.

Perhaps the little woods behind us will now revert to a hangout for kids to drink and smoke pot rather than ride their bikes.

At least the complainers won’t have to strain to hear the hum of the power lines over the laughter of our youth anymore.

John Rodgers

Mail survey with tax notice to ensure it gets opened

Editor: Re: Effort there but lacking execution, Murphy’s Law, May 15 Thank you for your comments regarding the Tsawwassen Area Plan (or should I say Southlands?).

A senior planner told me that all the survey information submitted during this last round of area plan meetings (i.e. housing, transportation, parks and climate change) will be discarded. This is all very confusing, isn’t it?

And what does it say to the residents who have put a lot of effort into attending

meetings and filling out the surveys?

I don’t know how this council and Delta’s planners expect to regain our confidence. I’ve suggested to Mayor Lois Jackson (no reply) that an option would be to have the revised Southlands survey mailed along with our tax notice?

This would save money and ensure that everyone will open their mail to read the survey.

Of course, as you suggest, a good option is a referendum alongside the fall by-election.

Jean Wightman

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Editor: Re: Rotarians join church members for humanitarian trip to Malawi, May 12 Kudos to the members of Tsawwassen Rotary Club and Tsawwassen Alliance Church for their support of Lifeline Malawi. I have no doubt the new house built to attract trained medical personnel to a Lifeline medical clinic will benefit the people of Malawi.

I do doubt the wisdom of the decision to build the house themselves rather than hire Malawian trades people to do the job, a course of action that would provide local jobs and respect the dignity of the citizens of the host country.

John Clement Editor’s note: Story should have included mention that locals will also be hired to help.

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May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A11 Letters to the Editor

Ambassadors carry on Toastmasters tradition with bi-monthly meetings

Editor:

Re: Founding Toastmaster is sorry to see local club lose voice after 30 years, letter to the editor, May 15 I concur with Delta Toastmasters founder Stan Hutchinson’s expression of regret the club has folded.

All is not lost, however.

Ambassador Toastmasters, which chartered in January, 2001, is a nondenominational Christian Toastmasters club in Tsawwassen and is open to all members of the public.

As in any Toastmaster Club, participating members chose their own topics for speeches. In the context of Ambassador Toastmasters, being a Christian club, members have more freedom to discuss matters of faith or politics if they so choose.

Also, the invocator may chose to have an inspirational story or a prayer, or both. One added benefit of our club is that if a parent joins, their teenager is welcome to come and participate as a regular visitor.

(Toastmaster International restricts membership to 18 years and older.)

In May, the winners of the Division Speech Contest and Evaluation Contest, both from Ambassador Toastmasters, competed at the provincial level contests in Victoria.

There, Frank Yahr placed third in the Evaluation Contest.

Visitors are always welcome at any regular meeting, the first and third Tuesdays of each month.

Vera Ganderton

Music school very happy in new home

Editor: On behalf of the Delta Community Music School, I would like to thank the Optimist for promoting and covering the first very successful open house in our new home, the McKee Heritage House on Arthur Drive in Ladner.

Over 50 talented students played their instrument of choice, such as piano, violin, cello, saxophone, clarinet and voice, and the jazz ensemble played on the front veranda as part of the special presentations to our scholarship participants and winners.

The winners were: Junior 1st, Nora Gulick; Junior 2nd, Joshua Tromans; Senior 1st, Natasha Belonio; Senior 2nd, Shannon Sibbald. Belonio also won the Kennell Award of $500 towards her tuition at Cap University.

Special thanks to Mayor Lois Jackson for her words of congratulations

on acquiring McKee House and for assisting with the presentation of the awards.

Thanks also to MLA Vicki Huntington for her kind words.

A special thanks to Craig Hutchison and his crew FILE PHOTO for their work Pat Rogers says the first open house was a in preparing success. the house for way to use this special heriour music tage house. school. And, of course, And without a very thanks to the Corporation dedicated and hard workof Delta and its parks, recing board, alongside musireation and culture departcal director Stephen Robb, ment for entering into a none of this would have long-term agreement with been possible. the school. This is truly a Patricia K. Rogers win-win situation.

Chair It’s good for the music Delta Community school, good for the comMusic School munity and a wonderful

Editor: I was honoured to be a part of the Ladner grads of 2010 celebration on May 7.

Our first grandchild graduated this year and she looked like a princess. As she and all her classmates walked the red carpet, my eyes filled with tears. They all looked like movie stars and for a brief moment I

thought I was at the Oscars.

To me, they all should have received awards. What a fine looking school of grads.

The years fly by so quickly it seems like yesterday that Jaymee was in kindergarten.

And now they are young ladies and young gentlemen with a wonderful future

Enough reasons to hate HST without goofiness Editor: One would figure the anti-HST side has enough going for it (Liberals said one thing and did another, the tax burden is shifting from businesses to consumers, certain industries will be hurt, etc.) that it could just stick to the facts and have people line up to sign the petition.

But there have been enough goofy things said by them that I, as an impartial observer, must vent a bit.

Goofy Statement 1 — Housing prices will rise because of the HST. No, they will not. Basic economics says they will probably decrease.

Housing prices rise and fall based on demand. As we saw in our local market during the latest recession, if buyers feel they are going to have less money to spend, they will stop buying or buy things that are cheaper.

This causes items whose prices are elastic, like housing, to fall. The HST will take a bit more money out of people’s pockets, mean-

ing they will have less to spend on housing, which means demand will fall and therefore prices will fall.

The HST will ultimately take up a greater percentage of the total cost of buying a home (sale price of new home, commissions, fees, etc.), but the actual sale price will be less.

Goofy Statement 2 — Retailers will not pass savings from input tax credits on to consumers. This was repeated by two different writers in the Community Comment section, both of whom have stated they are small business people.

Again, basic economics says if they are selling goods or services that are price sensitive, if they do not lower their prices, then their competitors will. The savings from input tax credits will be passed on to consumers because competition for customers will make it happen.

Goofy Statement 3 — The HST will cause the federal government to collect $2 billion more in income tax. First off, con-

One would figure the anti-HST side has enough going for it (Liberals said one thing and did another, the tax burden is shifting from businesses to consumers, certain industries will be hurt, etc.) that it could just stick to the facts and have people line up to sign the petition. sidering the size of the federal deficit, that would be a good thing, but come on, that makes no sense at all.

The GST/HST and income tax have no correlation. Income tax is paid on an individual’s income or a corporation’s profit. The only way the federal government will get $2 billion more in income tax is if it raises income tax rates.

Greg Day

Not too late to lower sales tax portion of HST Editor: Re: Incomplete HST question fails to look at real issue, letter to the editor, May 15 Keith Hand challenges anyone to answer the question: “What should the provincial government have

done when the federal government offered the deal (HST) after the election?” I think it should have jumped at the offer as the HST is definitely more efficient and better for business.

But, Victoria should have lowered the PST portion by

two per cent so the electorate would have seen a more income-neutral policy rather than what appears to be a money grab or another form of taxation.

It still isn’t too late to make the change.

Agnes Jackson

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Congratulations to each and every one of you.

And to my granddaughter, you looked like a princess that day, but then again you will always be a princess in your grandma’s eyes.

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The West Coast’s fishing industry may have fallen on hard times, but as Alan Haig-Brown shows in Still Fishin’: The B.C. Fishing Industry Revisited, published by Harbour Publishing, reports of its demise are exaggerated.

A veteran of the industry, he gives a report that shows pockets of surprising results.

Ray Phillips of Pender Harbour supports a generation by fishing halibut and black cod. Albert Radil and his brothers successfully trawl for hake in Queen Charlotte Sound. Seiner John Leslie is taking advan-

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The B.C. Fishing relishes the Then she preservation bumped Industry Revisited, of the old Finn Lynch published by Harbour into Slough gillCallison netter, the Eva Publishing, reports who invited in Richmond, of its demise are her to and approves his lodge exaggerated. of the activiwhere she ties of Randy stayed, Reifel, who buys endanworked on paintings and gered boats and keeps them practiced wilderness skills. in working order.

She learned to hunt and Still Fishin’ features trap, skin beaver, build interviews with a diverse a log cabin and scent a group of fishermen, grizzly on the wind. She from 23-year-old Russell learned to live with herself Sanderson to 80-year-old in the pure solitude of life Hutch Hunt. They shed in the wilderness. light on the future of comNorth of Iskut is a heartmercial fishing and offer warming story of a young practical reasons why it woman’s quest to discover doesn’t have to be. herself and her connection The author seined salmon with nature. She is a coland herring through the umnist for the Yukon News 1960s. He became editor of and her prize-winning short The West Coast Fisherman stories have appeared in and has won awards with newspapers and anthologies his books. Many Delta fish- with photos of some of her ermen are mentioned in the work as a visual artist.

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There is no charge for these programs, but attendees are requested to make a donation to help support ongoing education initiatives at Earthwise. RSVP by calling 604-946-9828 or e-mail info@earthwisesociety.bc.ca.

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The Boundary Bay garden demonstrates the success of holistic, pesticidefree approaches to gardening. This is best achieved by working with nature to find balances that maintain pest control. A healthy garden eco-system will work with you, instead of against you.

Earthwise education programs support Delta’s adoption last year of a bylaw that bans the cosmetic use of pesticides.

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Benjamin Thomas George – Age 17 North Delta Secondary School

Kheya McGill – Age 11 Pebble Hill Traditional School

Ben George has been nominated by his teacher for his compassion, his dependability and his willingness to accommodate the needs of others.

As a member of ‘We Day’ and ‘Save the Children Foundation’ Ben works to support the world’s less fortunate. He has represented his school at a youth rally with the Dalai Lama and at the BC Teachers Federation conference on Education and Development and has been nominated by his school to attend the Adventures in Citizenship Program organized by the Ottawa Rotary Club.

Ben works hard and has strong leadership qualities. He is both a leader and a role model.

Kheya is described by her teacher and principal as a very special person. She is an excellent big sister, a valued classmate, a great teacher and learner and a positive infl uence on all. While Kheya is part of a very strong and caring family she exhibits amazing individual qualities that are unbelievable for someone her age.

Kheya’s 8 year old sister has a life-threatening illness and she has exhibited tremendous courage and compassion as she supports her sister and consistently looks at the positives in everything that happens. Kheya strives to make those around her better people and her attitude is so positive that she has taught her classmates to look on the bright side of life

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These young people are being honoured for achieving victory over adversity, often turning things around to make something good out of a bad situation.

Trevor Willman – Aged 18 Delta Secondary School Trevor was nominated for the Inner Strength Award by the Boys and Girls Club of Delta and Richmond for displaying compassion and perseverance in the face of adversity. He has had many challenges to overcome in his first 18 years. .However, with support, Trevor has realized he can be in control of his own destiny and with inner strength and determination has made changes to create a better future for himself and others. His leadership at the Boys and Girls Club is greatly appreciated.

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Recipients of the Helping Hand Award engage in random acts of kindness.

They offer help without seeking personal reward or accolades.

Our first three award winners were nominated by the Kinsmen Centre and Kin Village Recreation.

Jin Choo South Pointe Academy as an International Student from Korea Jin has been nominated by the supervisor of the Kinsmen Centre where she has volunteered for close to two years. He runs the Thursday evening program for the residents. Jin is consistent, polite and a respectful young man. He is dependable, well mannered and really liked by the residents. Jin has quite a following on Thursday evenings.

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Amrita Samra - Aged 10 Richardson Elementary School.

Amrita has been nominated by her school principal for courage in the face of adversity. Although Amrita is battling leukemia, she has maintained both a positive outlook and a sunny disposition.

She is committed to return to school as soon as her treatment allows. Amrita is involved in ‘Walk for Wellness’ a school-wide fundraiser for research into leukemia at Children’s Hospital.

She has just finished a ‘bike-a – thon’.

Amrita is truly a role model for all as she models perseverance and determination in her fight against cancer.

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Danny has been nominated in the inner strength category by his teacher as one who has achieved victory over adversity. He has shown hope and courage by overcoming diffi culties and is an inspiration to many young children who have had to face life’s challenges. At the age of 4, Danny began to lose his hearing and by age 8 he was profoundly deaf in both ears. This gradual loss of hearing caused Danny considerable stress and frustration and he had to learn new ways to communicate with those around him.

Danny has shown considerable inner strength in his relationships, determination in his efforts to make things better, and appreciation for those who have gone to bat for him.

Brooke Isherwood - Age 16 South Delta Secondary School Brooke has been a weekly volunteer at the Kinsman Centre for the past 5 months and has won the hearts of the seniors she works with. She is described as being very dependable and reliable.

Brooke is polite, kind and patient and shows leadership in running the program with very little supervision. The residents are very fond of her bubbly personality.

Melissa Chen South Delta Secondary Melissa has been volunteering at Kin Village for the past year and a half. As part of the recreation program, she plays the piano every second Saturday morning both in the Special Care Unit and the care home. Melissa is highly regarded by staff at the Centre who describes her as a dependable, polite and well mannered young lady. The residents look forward to Dani coming to play for them and enjoy her visits very much.

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This award recognizes an act or project that is international in nature.

Emmie Dykstra – Age 11 Pebble Hill Traditional School Emmie was nominated by her teacher. She has shown exemplary awareness of the needs of people in the world around her. Her initiative in creating fund raisers is to be greatly admired. Over the summer she rallied a group of her friends together to raise funds to help a school in Africa. She then approached the school community and led a fund raiser to match that amount. After the devastating earthquake in Haiti, Emmie, as part of the We Day Group at school, organized a school-wide fundraiser for Haiti.

Emmie is an excellent student leader and role model for the other students in the school. She is a model student who goes above and beyond what.

Rachel Clark – Age 14 Home Schooled Rachel Clark has been nominated for the helping hand award by the Delta Youth Support Line.

Rachel is described as a lovely young lady who has shared this passion of service to others since she was two years old.

Rachel volunteers at soup kitchens in the Vancouver Downtown Eastside and distributes clothing through the Discoveries Thrift Store and the DYSL thrift store on a regular basis.

Rachel has been a volunteer with the Delta Youth Support Line on a weekly basis for the past three and a half years. She organized and worked with volunteers aged from 12 to 86, learn the retail business, assist customers and carry out cashier duties. She performed these tasks in a mature and caring manner.

Nathan Eastman – Age 11 Pebble Hill Traditional School Nathan was nominated by is teacher at Pebble Hill. He is regarded as a very valuable member of his school because of his drive and enthusiasm to make the school and global community a better place. He has helped organize fundraisers, been part of the We Day Group which consistently meets to help and be positive role models to the other students.

One might expect that children in Nathan’s age group would not have the maturity or attitude necessary to be able to help in such a significant way, but Nathan shows us just how wrong that expectation is. He leads by example and is always going the extra mile to live with integrity.

Caity Howard – Age 13 Seaquam Secondary School

Inner Strength – Trevor Willman for overcoming his own challenges and thinking of others so their wishes may come true

Global - Alex and Joey Mittal for their service to the world community.

SERVICE ABOVE SELF: This category is sponsored by the Rotary Clubs of Tsawwassen and Point Roberts, North Delta and Ladner and presented to the young person whose story best describes the rotary motto of “Service Above Self ” Benjamin Thomas George for the compassion and empathy he has shown in raising funds to provide for people at home and throughout the world and for reaching out to others through his many acts of volunteerism such as tutoring his fellow students, serving the poor and needy and honouring veterans by playing the bugle at their funerals and at Remembrance Day Services.

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Alex and Joey Mittal have been nominated as a pair by a Rotarian friend after they donated $2000 to Shelterbox to assist the victims of the recent earthquake in Haiti. Their donation provided shelter for up to 20 people.

This was not the first time Alex and Joey had reached out to help those in need. At school, they have both worked with students with special needs.

Alex has been involved in the Me to We group at the high school and has also volunteered at the Alliance Church, serving at fundraising dinners and making sandwiches for the homeless on the downtown eastside. Joey helps seniors with yard work or pet sitting and has collected blankets, clothing and toiletries for Covenant House which serves homeless youth in Vancouver.

Despite their many individual efforts, Alex and Joey have been nominated as a team because they are very close as siblings and because being compassionate is something they share. The world is their charity and they have both given generously of their time and money.

Drilona Maliqi Age 9 Beach Grove Elementary

Dani has been nominated for the helping hand award because of her consistent caring behaviour. She is a student who always goes above and beyond in the school and in the classroom.

She helps out ‘just because she can’ and is constantly volunteering while managing to keep up with all her work. She helps set up and emcees school assemblies, monitors young students at lunch time, participates in school leadership activities, serves as office monitor and taking on many tasks to assist the staff.

Dani cares for others and reaches out to her classmates. She demonstrates a deep emotional maturity and embodies empathy beyond the obvious because she notices things around her that others of her age don’t even think of.

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Alex and Joey Mittal – Ages 14 and 11 South Delta Secondary School and English Bluff Elementary

Caity has been nominated by the Delta Community Animal Shelter. Caity spends several hours every weekend to care for the animals awaiting homes at the shelter. During the summer, Caity and her family volunteered by fostering animals that needed extra care and have since adopted a puppy from DCAS. Her love of animals extends beyond her own pets and she tends to each animal in the shelter with kindness and concern. All of the pets she spends time with are important to her.

Caity is a bubbly and charismatic young lady who is always eager to assist staff in their daily tasks. It is her willingness to help that makes her worthy in the helping hand category.

Dani McCardell –Age 12 Pebble Hill Traditional School

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Amrit has been nominated by a family member.

Last year, over a four month period, Amrit was actively involved in coaching a team with the Delta Minor Ball Hockey Association. This commitment involved between 60 and 70 hours where he was mentoring 13 and 14 year old boys. Because of his dedication to the boys and his good organizational skills, the team enjoyed a successful and fun season.

Amrit willingly helps out his elderly neighbour, a World War 11 veteran, by mowing the lawn and clearing the snow from the driveway. He sees what needs to be done and helps out without being asked or expecting a reward.

Drilona has been nominated in the Helping Hand Category by her grade three teacher for her sensitivity, her ability to think quickly and her consideration for others. She describes her as ‘the most selfless child I have ever met’ Drilona just steps in and quietly takes charge, doing many little things for her teacher and her classmates without being asked or expecting to be noticed or thanked. Drilona is highly valued in her class and makes her world a better place by her willingness to reach out and help others through constant random acts of kindness. She loves to help others and it is a pleasure to be around her.

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Bible Class & Sunday School 9:45 am Sunday Worship Service 11 am Pastor Steven A Naylor 4737 57th Street, Ladner 604-946-2112

All Saints Anglican Church

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“All are warmly welcomed to worship with us as we Celebrate God’s Grace.”

SUNDAY SERVICES Holy Communion 8:30 a.m.

Family Communion 10:00 a.m.

Messy spirituality

Pastor Lorin Koss

Ladner United Church

WEDNESDAY SERVICE Holy Communion 10:00 a.m.

I sat at the bedside recently with a friend whose mother was dying — a common yet holy place and space for a pastor to be. Spending time at a hospital bedside is something I learned first-hand many years ago and it was there that my “real” ministry training (as my wife calls it) took place.

It is in these life and death settings that I find myself frequently turning for support to the real life spirituality recorded for us in the book of Psalms.

Though written in the form of poetry they are not, as so many suppose, decorative speech. Instead these poets, as one writer noted, “tell us what our eyes, blurred with too much gawking, and our ears, dulled

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with too much chatter, miss around and within us.” Anger, frustration, doubt, disappointment, joy, sorrow — all are brought honestly and regularly to God in prayer.

“My soul is in anguish ... I am worn out from groaning,” laments the Psalmist. And yet like a child who pours out her pain and tears to a loving parent, we discover with the Psalmist what a difference it makes to be able to speak openly and honestly, even messily to such a caring God. “To the LORD I cry aloud, and he answers me from his holy hill,” says the Psalmist. Life is messy, but thankfully, “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear.”

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I’ve always wanted to go off the beaten track and get out and volunteer.

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elta’s Chris Buckshaw, 34, is aiming to make volunteering abroad easier.

Buckshaw, who grew up in Ladner and graduated from Delta Secondary in 1993, started his own travel company, El Camino Voluntours, about a year ago.

He said the response has been good so far.

“A lot of people love the idea of doing a different kind of holiday,” he says.

An increasing number of travelers are taking notice of what’s happening in the developing world, he says.

“They want to do more than just donate money, which is good, but they actually want to get down there and do something themselves.”

Right now Buckshaw, who now calls North Delta home after spending time living in Australia and Vancouver, offers 10- to 14day trips to Central America to work on a handful of different volunteer projects, including building a house

PHOTO BY DAVE WILLIS

Chris Buckshaw started his own travel company a year ago and specializes in volunteer vacations.

or putting together a rainwater catchment system in Guatemala.

The trips include accommodation, transportation, most meals, excursions and an experienced tour leader.

About 60 per cent of the

time is spent volunteering.

Buckshaw, who has traveled extensively since finishing high school, visiting 23 countries over the years, finds groups abroad that need volunteers.

“A neat part of my job is

I get to go to these places and partner with existing organizations that are doing really good work.”

He notes his company is looking at branching out and offering volunteer trips to South America, Africa,

Southeast Asia and India in the next few years.

Buckshaw has been in the travel industry for eight years, starting out as a travel agent selling the typical all-inclusive vacations, cruises and bus tours. He

“I’ve always wanted to go off the beaten track and get out and volunteer.”

He’ll be holding a seminar on volunteering abroad on Monday, May 31 at the Odd Fellows Hall in Ladner from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

He’s asking those who attend to bring a non-perishable food item for the food bank.

Visit www.voluntours.ca for more information.

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his is what theatre apprentice Kaitlin Williams has been looking forward to all year.

The local actress has a role in Pacific Theatre’s upcoming production of Godspell, a musical comedy.

“This is sort of the payoff at the end of the year, to be in an actual show. It’s what we apprentices look forward to the whole year.

I’m loving the fact that I get to be in rehearsal now, work with this wonderful director and be in a great cast with my peers,” says Williams,

a Delta Secondary grad who studied theatre at the University of Victoria.

Director Sarah Rodgers is setting the play, which is based on the story of the gospel, in an episode of Laugh-In, a sketch comedy TV show that aired in the ‘60s and ‘70s on NBC. “It fits really well with Godspell and the improvisation and fun that’s in the original script,” says Williams.

She plays Pam Austin, “a fun and a bit of a ditzy blonde kind of character” from the TV show.

“I grew up watching Laugh-In and what’s exciting about Godspell is that

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It fits really well with Godspell and the improvisation and fun that’s in the original script.

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the same humour, delight and fun from that 1970s variety show era is in this play,” says Rodgers, who’s at the helm for this finale to Pacific Theatre’s season.

Godspell runs from May 28 to July 3 (Tuesday to Saturday at 8 p.m. with a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday) at Pacific Theatre, 1440 W12th Ave., Vancouver.

Call 604-7315518 or visit pacifictheatre.org for tickets.

FILE PHOTO

DSS grad Kaitlin Williams is in Pacific Theatre’s production of Godspell.

May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A19 DELTAPORT COMMUNITY LIAISON COMMITTEE

Be mindful of liquid calories Well on Your Way

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have a really good client who has been extremely successful with her weight loss program. She has worked really hard to realize the losses that she has noticed these past few months, so it came as a shocking blow to her when we weighed her last week to see that she had gained four pounds.

After some careful questioning aimed at finding out what had changed in her life over the past two weeks, it became glaringly obvious what the problem was – Jugo Juice.

What my client believed to be a good choice was actually the culprit for her tighter fitting jeans.

Unbeknownst to her, the

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who had eaten the apple consumed about 190 fewer calories than those who had consumed the applesauce or either juice.

When looking for a snack, do not turn to a smoothie or shake if you are trying to lose weight or maintain your current weight. Snacks should be 100 calories or less and preferably something that you can chew, as research has now proven that drinking your snack is not going to fill you up. Take a look at some of beverages that we like to consume and what the cost is to our waistline when we do.

The following nutritional information was taken from each company’s website or from their customer service number indicated on their website.

PJ Wren is a personal trainer and writer in the Delta area. She can be reached at info@fitnesswithpj.com.

Did You Know?

On average, 1400 container trucks arrive at Deltaport each day and this could increase at peak capacity.

• that the Deltaport Community Liaison Committee has been working with Port Metro Vancouver, Terminal Systems INC. (TSI), Delta Police and the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure staff to: - reduce truck congestion and line-ups on Deltaport Way; - eliminate truck parking on local roads; and - improve truck driver safety awareness and behavior. and that.....

- trucks are having to meet increasingly stringent air emission standards in order to do business at the port.

- that Port Metro Vancouver was recently awarded the ecoFreight Transportation Award at GLOBE 2010 for their leadership role in addressing the impacts of freight transportation on the environment.

- that the South Fraser Perimeter Road will remove 90% of container truck traffic from local roads and highways.

- that you can find out more about the project and work of the Community Liaison on their website:

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protein shake that she was purchasing a couple of times a week at the local mall as a snack was setting her back 423 calories! Do that a few times a week and you have yourself four more pounds of body fat. It’s that easy – just ask my client.

In fact, studies suggest that caloric beverages promote weight gain because their calories don’t “register” as food in the brain’s satiety centers (Nutrition Action Newsletter, Dec. 2007). It seems that water has to be incorporated into the food to help curb appetite. In a new study from Penn State University, researchers gave 59 normalweight men and women 125 calories worth of one of four foods – apple slices (11/2 apples), applesauce, apple juice with added fiber, or apple juice with no fiber. Fifteen minutes later, when the participants were served cheese tortellini with tomato sauce, those

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A20 The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010

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Pampering plus hard work New Life Hiking Spa is a lively fitness and weight loss getaway in Vermont BY

ROCHELLE LASH

Canwest News Service

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immy LeSage’s devoted spa clients would follow him anywhere. Or at least to the top of a rugged mountain.

LeSage runs the New Life Hiking Spa in Killington, Vt., a lively fitness and weight loss getaway that re-opened for the season this week. It combines exhilarating exercise, low-calorie cuisine, a splendid mountain setting and a touch of pampering.

So, what’s new? Many spas offer those features.

New Life offers all that at affordable rates. An allinclusive visit costs about $220 to $250 a day, per person. The fee includes lodging, all meals, guided

hikes, unlimited fitness classes and a spa treatment for every three-day stay.

New Life also has attractive prices for singles – a great gesture for a spa getaway. Most clients come alone to this hiking haven.

Some travel in girl groups.

And about 15 per cent of New Life’s spa-goers are men.

New Life’s other elusive spa quality is fun. Guests are delighted to diet scrupulously, happy to sweat while hiking up hills and wild about killer boot-camp workouts.

LeSage, an exuberant character with infectious style, has made the grueling dual challenges of exercise and weight loss downright pleasurable.

Let’s say there are as

PHOTO COURTESY INN OF THE SIX MOUNTAINS

The New Life Hiking Spa combines hiking and healthy eating with some R&R.

many giggles as grunts and groans.

And with communal dining at tables of eight, friendships are formed.

“I would have called it ‘adult camp,’ “ said LeSage, who founded New Life as a fledgling hiking getaway more than 30 years ago.

“But we sleep in a good hotel with televisions in every room, swimming pools and an elevator. So I think of it as a health club and a learning institute.”

New Life operates during four warm-weather months, occupying about half the 100-room Inn of the Six Mountains at Killington.

It’s off-season at the largest downhill ski and snowboard area in the East, so New Life’s prices stay moderate.

The clientele has varying goals.

“I absolutely loved it, and I will go back every year,” said Barry Gross of Montreal. “It was costeffective. I went for the hiking, but I loved the friendly atmosphere. “ “I wanted to commune with nature,” said Linda Thomas, a retired teacher from Atlanta.

Rita Lamontagne Bowby from Connecticut has come to New Life almost every summer for 30 years.

“It’s definitely for the hiking,” she said.

New Life handles 40 to 50 guests at a time, all shepherded around by a team of hiking guides, trainers and masseurs.

The action starts with a 7 a.m. stretch class. After breakfast, hikers set out for their morning excursions. Beginners start out on nature walks, intermediates tackle rolling hills and advanced hikers head straight up a mountain.

It isn’t all boot camp.

Guests who want a laidback afternoon can relax pool-side, have a massage or join easy-going classes like pool aerobics, mat Pilates and yoga. If you’re still pumped for intense exercise, you can set your heart-rate monitor and check out the spinning class and circuit training.

“People can do a lot here, and learn a lot,” LeSage said. “And one thing that amazes them is that they can do all these activities on this little food.”

New Life uses its own kitchen, separate from the hotel’s, so it can control salt and fat content. The food isn’t gourmet, but it is filling. You might feel a little deprived, but you’ll have to get over it because the answer is “no” to requests for seconds.

At night, New Life presents lectures on wellness topics or movies with spa and sports themes.

New Life doesn’t serve any alcohol or wine with dinner, although there is a bar in the hotel. It’s not recommended, though. The morning stretch class comes early. And then there is the calorie count.

May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A21

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A22 The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010

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He has an excellent selection of NEW and USED scooters, walkers, wheelchairs, lift chairs and a full line of medical equipment. He stocks the best products on the market “only the ones I would buy for myself as needed,” says Keith.

Why choose Westminster House for Senior’s Living?

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Westminster House is a unique, faith-based, and accredited residential community.

Unlike most senior’s residences, they offer an “aging in place philosophy” which allows couples with different needs to stay together.

They provide a safe and comfortable home for elderly residents for the “rest of their lives”. Their unique approach provides additional services as care needs change.

Westminster House offers a wellness approach for the needs of residents including a full recreation and social program.

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May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A23

Focus on

Seniors

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Keith states, “imagine all of the places you could go to and the many things you could do on one of our Shopride Scooters.”

Church, doctor’s appointments, barber or hair salon, meetings, restaurants, pool, library, shopping or wherever you need to go. Visit Save On Scooters for quality, value and availability.

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A24 The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010

Vitamin D: What’s different now?

CELEBRATE

RESULTS Congratulations Muscle Memory family for your participation in the 2010 Delta Triathlon.

Anyone following the recent vitamin D happenings in the last few months knows that there have been some major changes. In a nutshell, the following describes the latest goings-on and what it means to you:

Latest reports show an epidemic number of Vitamin D deficient people, or others that are at risk for this, living in North America, especially those in the more northern states and Canada who do not receive adequate sunlight throughout much of the year, who are experiencing osteoporosis and other vitamin D deficiency problems.

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We at Hawaiian Beach meet and work on a personal basis with Dr. Michael Holick of Boston College, Dr. Reinhold Vieth of Toronto, Dr. William Grant of Sunarc, California, Dr. Marc Sorenson, author of Solar Power for Optimal Health, four of the world’s leading experts on Vitamin D. Hawaiian Beach staff recently met with Dr. John J. Cannell, www.

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Vitamin D advocates in the medical field reported at the North American Conference on UV, Vitamin D and Health, saying that the recommended daily vitamin D intake is actually much higher than previously thought and that it may no longer be possible to get the needed dosage through diet and supplements alone - UV exposure can, however, produce the optimum vitamin D level. For some time now we have made this good news known through the media. Come to Hawaiian Beach Ladner Village for your UVB to help activate your vitamin D naturally.

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Some Sun Tanning Studios and the Competition Bureau of Canada reached a settlement after a long judicial process, setting precedent for some Canadian sunbed salons to publicly communicate the fact that UVB light emitted from indoor sun lamps produce vitamin D. We at Hawaiian Beach use this type of lamp.

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May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A25

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Woods is a two-time winner of the Canadian Open Fiddle Contest, two-time winner of the Canadian Grand Masters Fiddling Championships and Canadian Fiddle Entertainer of the Year.

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Expect a fast-paced, two-hour concert that combines old-time fiddling with country gospel songs, perennial favourites and a generous helping of humour.

Woods has performed throughout Canada, the U.S. and in Holland.

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Awards roll in for Schuss at Ohio State Delta Junior “A” Islanders anxiously await the return of Ladner sniper to give their offence a much needed boost BY

MARK BOOTH

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Ladner’s Logan Schuss closed out his freshman season at Ohio State University by scoring seven goals and adding one assist in a 19-13 loss to North Carolina last weekend.

Logan Schuss continues to be recognized for his outstanding freshman season with the Ohio State Buckeyes men’s field lacrosse team.

After leading the league in scoring, the sharp-shooting midfielder was named the Eastern College Athletic Conference Lacrosse League rookie-of-the-year and also earned a spot on the all-conference first team.

Schuss ended the season as the Buckeyes’ leading scorer with 31 goals and 56 points, the most for a freshman in school history.

He ranked 14th nationally (second among freshmen) in scoring, averaging 3.73 points per game.

Schuss had at least one point in all 15 games this season, with multiple points in all but two. He ended the year with 21 points in his last four games combined, including a career-best seven goals in a 1913 loss to fourth ranked North Carolina last Saturday. He had three or more points in 10 games, including two six-point outings and two five-point days.

The Delta secondary graduate earned a league-high six ECAC weekly awards, with two offensive player accolades (March 29, May 10) and four rookie of the week honors (March 1, March 8, March 26, May 10).

Schuss, who is on a full-ride scholarship, is expected to return home early next month and give a much-needed offensive boost to the Delta Junior “A” Islanders where he will be playing alongside his older brother Carlton.

The Islanders slipped to 2-5 on the season after a 9-4 road loss to the New West Salmonbellies on Tuesday night. The visitors actually enjoyed a 3-2 lead after 20 minutes thanks to goals from Matt Messenger, Michael Berekoff and first-year Intermediate call-up Eli McLaughlin in a 1:40 span, however, the Bellies shut the door the rest of the way. The hosts would score five unanswered goals to take full control

before McLaughlin managed his second of the night with 4:02 remaining in the game.

Delta is averaging less than eight goals per contest on the season. Throw out its two wins against struggling Langley and Port Coquitlam and the output dips to less than six per game.

“We just can’t get any kind of goal production right now,” sighed Islanders head coach Greg Rennie. “Some kids we were counting on to score just haven’t done it far. You can really see it in our power play and that’s where we need a trigger man like Logan. The frustrating thing is we are playing well enough in our own end to win most nights.”

Rennie is also awaiting the return of veteran Robbie Campbell who should also give the team a significant boost. He is attending Stony Brook University in New York where his team faces Virginia today in the NCAA quarter-finals.

“Even with Logan and Robbie back I think we are still two or three (scorers) away,” added Rennie. “I’m confident we will be in the playoffs but we still need some pieces to be a legitimate title contender.

We also need to turn things around soon because at what point do I (start to look at next season) and look at trading our third year guys for some players who are going to help us in the future?”

The Islanders will look to rebound tonight (Saturday) when the Burnaby Lakers visit the Ladner Leisure Centre at 7:30 p.m.

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• Rennie did pull off a deal last week to add some size to the defensive end of the floor — acquiring 6-foot-4 Brandon Gains from the PoCo Saints for a future draft pick.

The 21-year-old Victoria native had eight points in 18 games last season.

• Local product Mitchell Jones, who opted to head east this season to focus on hockey, signed with Brampton of the Ontario Junior “A” Lacrosse League. He has already racked up 14 points in two games.

The Islanders still hold his junior playing rights in B.C.

Six Sun Devils invited to B.C. U18 football team selection camp receivers Josh Cochrane and Raymond Calderwood; linebacker Riley Jones, defensive lineman Taylor Harrison and offensive lineman Jordan Jacobs are among 97 invitees who will by vying for spots on the 40-man roster.

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ing place this weekend at Simon Fraser University.

Over 200 players took part in one of four identification camps held around the province during the month of April.

“On behalf of all the coaches, I would like to say it was indeed

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Six members of the South Delta Sun Devils have been invited to the final selection camp for the B.C. U18 team that will be competing at the 2010 Football Canada Cup to be held at Acadia University in Wolfville, NS. Quarterback Mitch Rushton,

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Delta Islanders captain Danny McDermott looks to pull away from Victoria Shamrocks’ Jesse King during last Sunday’s B.C. Intermediate “A” Lacrosse League game at the South Delta recreation centre. The Islanders fell to 2-3 on the season after losing 15-2 to the unbeaten Shamrocks.

Pee Wee Islanders off to perfect start

The Delta Islanders Pee Wee “C” lacrosse team is off to an outstanding start this season as it builds towards hosting the provincial championships in July.

The Islanders have come out of the game by winning nine straight games in league play, plus two more in exhibition action. They will be looking to continue the roll with a home-and-home series against Coquitlam this weekend.

The team is led offensively by Jordan Hamming, Malcolm McDougall and Jackson Skujins. The stingy defense is sparked by the play of Mitchell Robinson, Liam Grant and Addy Park.

In goal, Brent Morrison has a stellar 1.63 goals against average. Other team members include: Hayden Siltberg, Kristian Campbell, Jamil Walji, Clayton Jang, Jake Kwasnicki, Dylan Skujins, Elliott Bandstra, Alex Hobbes and Brandon Fischer.

Head coach John Evanson believes the players ability to work as a team and being willing to learn are the reasons for the early season success. All home games are Monday night (7:30 p.m.) at the South Delta recreation centre.

The Islanders are already guaranteed a berth in the provincial championships as the host association. The tournament is slated for July 21-25.

Collings selected to all-conference team Tsawwassen softball player Paige Collings has been recognized for her standout sophomore season at Drexel University in Philadelphia by earning all-conference first team honours for the second straight year.

After being picked for the first team as a utility player last year, Collings earned a spot on the prestigious squad as a catcher. The South Delta secondary graduate led all CAA receivers in batting with a .322 average — 51 hits and 29 RBIs. She also ranked in the top five among all conference players with 83 total bases this season.

Collings set Drexel’s singleseason record for home runs with eight, topping a mark set

by Ashley Botelho in 2008 and matched by Botelho and Paige Collings Sandi Wambold in 2009.

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“All boys” Hip Hop Camp (Ages 6-10) July 12th-16th Monday-Friday from 1:00-3:00

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“You Got the Moves” Hip-Hop Dance Camp (Ages 8-12) July 26th-30th; Monday-Friday from 1:00-4:00

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Shannon Herold of the Delta Falcon Fighters works her way past a trio Richmond Flamingos during last Sunday’s Greater Vancouver Junior Field Hockey League game at Holly Park. The Falcons improved to 5-1 on the season with a 6-1 triumph.

U16 Storm extend season all the way to Classic Cup semi-finals

Bernakevitch shoots 69 to win Point Roberts tour stop Shaughnessy’s Lindsay Bernakevitch fired a 3-under 69 for a one shot win at last week’s Lower Mainland Srixon Tour stop at the Point Roberts Golf and Country Club.

Bernakevitch finished one shot ahead of Mayfair Lakes Shingo Akizuki to earn $500 and move into fifth place in the order of merit.

Tsawwassen’s Murray Poje and former Nationwide Tour regular Bryn Parry tied for third after firing 71s. Point Roberts pro Kyle German shot a 73 and was part of a three-way tie for sixth in the 40-player field.

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The quarter-final game against a strong defensive team from West Vancouver was a thriller that came down to the final 10-minutes when a terrific shot from outside the penalty area found the top corner for a 1-0 Storm win.

The girls are looking forward to another great season next year and perhaps taking their post-season run a couple of games further.

The team includes: Tara Azizi, Kayla Schaefer, Tiiu Rahiman, Andie Tyc, Jennifer Cooper, Sarah Gerrard, Stacey Smith, Jodie Westerhof, Courtney Robertson, Alex Stamatiou, Michelle LeNoury, Kirin Singh, Danielle Renkema, Kayla Renkema, Mariah

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An excellent season for the Ladner Storm fell just short of reaching the Coastal Classic Cup championship game.

The U16 girls bronze soccer team reached the cup semi-final where it was engaged in quite a battle with Abbotsford. The game was scoreless at the end of regulation and it stayed that way until the late stages of the second overtime period when Abbotsford finally broke the deadlock.

The Storm entered the cup playdowns on a roll after capturing the regular season title. The girls then got past the roundrobin stage and defeated Richmond 4-2, despite missing some key players.

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2010-2011 Season Please go to our web site

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Hockey Registration www.southdeltahockey.com

For important information on how to register.

That’s an astonishing 360,000,000 bags of trash.

Your share would have filled 156 bags. The best way to reduce our garbage this year is to not create it in the first place.

WATCH YOUR WASTE.

Find out how at www.metrovancouver.org

On-line registration opens May 31, 2010

Previous SDMHA players will register “on-line” this season.

ONLY New Players to our Association will register in person at our Hockey office located in the Ladner Leisure Centre. Bring to registration a copy of your Birth Certificate and 2 Proofs of Residency. New player “in person” registration dates are June 16 and June 26. (see web site for more details)

Late Registration fees will be in effect July 15, 2010.

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Show us what you’ve got this season! We’re proud supporters of our local hockey teams, and we wish you a successful season!

May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A33

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Roomy, bright & cozy 1124 sf 2 bed 2 bath condo, in a well run complex, close to shopping, central to everything & the bus route. Includes all appliances, gas fireplace, 4 piece ensuite, main bath with soaker tub & separate shower, new laminate flooring, large sundeck with doors from living room & master. This condo feels like rancher style layout. Close to the park & the colorful Windsor Woods Lagoon. Pets allowed with restrictions. Please call for more info!

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#203 1131 55TH STREET - $419,000 Quality built by Peter Scholz. Don’t miss out on this fabulous second floor unit. Very quiet location, 2 bdrm, 2 baths 1152 sq. ft. Bright open floor plan, gas f/p, radiant heat, private balcony.

Immaculate unit, only steps to the centre of Tsawwassen. This unit comes with 1 parking space.

This top floor one bedroom and den area corner unit is sure to please! With vaulted ceilings, modern floor plan and private deck, you can’t beat it. Clean, light, bright, breezy on the corner with lots of windows.

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A34 The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010

EXECUTIVE TOWNHOME 360 degree ne onli virtual tour

Wonderful 3 bdrm townhome. 3 yrs old. Center of Ladner! 1,736 sq.ft, HIGH-END "nishings, granite/ hardwood, slate tile, etc! Designer paint, 2 master bedrooms, garage, private yard! STUNNING HOME! #2-4729 Garry Street-Ladner

BEAUTIFUL RANCHER

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WHAT A BEAUTIFUL RANCHER! Totally renovated with new laminate !oor, windows, 50 yr aluminium roof, new boiler, driveway, landscaping, kitchen with corian counters etc, new paint, bathrooms, sunroom, deck, etc! 14,822 sq.ft lot

5190 Cliff Place-Tsawwassen

priced @ $525,000 NEW LISTING! WATERFRONT!

SPACIOUS 3 BDRM HOME!

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priced @ $719,900

Great 2,125 sq.ft 3 bedroom rancher on Prestigious Arthur Beautiful 3 bedroom townhome in sought-after Harbour Drive BACKING SLOUGH WITH WONDERFUL FARMLAND side! Totally renovated new windows, new bathrooms, new VIEWS! Don’t miss it! Loft with huge “extra” BONUS games large, extended kitchen, laminate !ooring, etc! This is a real room! 1/4 acre lot, circular driveway! Great home! UPDATED beauty! Don’t miss out! Private yard backing green space.

4274 Arthur Drive-Ladner 4821 Turnbuckle Wynd-Ladner

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

6 yrs of RE/MAX Western Canada Awards dipl. in Marketing Commercial and Residential Real Estate British Columbia Inst. of Tech.

Medallion Club Member Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street

priced @ $349,900

YALETOWN STUDIO CONDO

2-LEVEL WITH 1 BDRM SUITE

483 sq.ft studio condo, 18th !oor with corridor views, GREAT TROUBLE-FREE Building “THE NOVA” by BOSA. 6 yrs young, granite counters, hardwood !ooring, murphy bed, etc! Great location, great condo. Rents for $1,400/month #1802-989 Beatty Street-Vancouver

Spacious, 2 level home on quiet, no throughout street in a great area. 1 bedroom basement suite down. 3 bedrooms up. Single carport. Large, 7,500 sq. ft. West exposed lot! RV parking! Priced to sell!

JUST SOLD

BY FRASER FOR 98.7% OF LISTING PRICE!

4921 Coleman Place-Ladner priced @ $329,900 BEAUTIFUL EXECUTIVE HOME RANCHER STYLE TOWNHOME!

JUST SOLD

BY FRASER THIS WEEK!

The perfect family home in prestigious Sherbrooke Estates offering 3786 sqft. Some of the highlights include 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and a fully "nished basement.

2524 148A Street-South Surrey

priced @ $799,000

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ACT FAST! 1,304 sq.ft BEAUTIFUL 2 bedroom 2 bathroom RANCHER-STYLE townhome on ground level in soughtafter Garden Estates Complex! New roof, paint, Hardwood Flooring, baseboard mouldings etc, beautiful home! #15-6320 48A Ave-Ladner

priced @ 399,900

Fraser sold 81 HOMES

in 10 months of 2009!

THAT IS 1 HOME EVERY 3.76 DAYS!!!

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TOP 1% OF ALL REALTORS IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009

priced @ $654,900

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RANCHER ON 14,400 SF LOT

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3 bdrm townhome in quiet location, walking distance to Village. 1,612 sq.ft, “half-stairs” to all levels, very unique plan, single garage, private yard. Building totally renovated a few years ago! Multiple decks and patios! Quietly located #5-5635 Ladner Trunk Road-Ladner

asking @ $409,900 RIVERFRONT CONDO!

14,000 sq.ft LOT! 3,600 sq.ft home (Rancher with master suite upstairs). 5 bdrm+den, living/family/games rooms, swimming pool, circular driveway, rv parking, this is a real estate! Walk to everything in minutes from your doorstep!

4493 Arthur Drive-Ladner

reduced to $599,900 BRAND NEW EXECUTIVE HOME

O F FE R PENDING! Great 2 bdrm condo in West Ladner on the water! 2 bdrm unit, 1,229 sq.ft, spacious, UPDATED! Laminate, paint, kitchen, etc! What a location! Priced to sell! Don’t miss it!

#206-4733 River Road West-Ladner

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16,000 SQ.FT lot on quiet cul-de-sac in great West Ladner location! Potential to subdivide into two 8,000 sq.ft lots!

Call today for details! Great home on property currently!

5139 COOPER PLACE-LADNER

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priced @ $425,000

Excellent 14 yr young home backing waterway! 2,800 sq.ft, 4 or 5 bdrm home! Absolutely MAJESTIC! Come and see this home and you will be impressed! Guaranteed! Park-like 100% private rear yard! This is it! Don’t miss it!

5506 Westminster Ave-Ladner

reduced to $829,900 2 bdrm condo overlooking park

JUST SOLDBY F R A SE R THIS WEEK! 360 degree ne onli virtual tour

Hottest deal around! Fixer-upper! Or build your dream home on this 52’x120’ lot w/rear lane access! (coach home next door). House needs alot of work if going to keep it! What a deal! Popular Port Guichon location! New home could have 4530 West River Road-Ladner

Very spacious 2 bedroom condo overlooking Memorial Park in sought after Park Regent Estates. Very open feel to this unit! Large living/dining area, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, totally rainscreened building with new windows & roof too! #205-4989 47th Ave-Ladner

priced @ $349,900

fraser outsells the competition every 3.76 days!!!

Fraser ranked 20 out of all individual realtors in GREATER VANCOUVER for total sales in 2009. (Over 6,500 realtors total) That is actually ranking in the TOP 0.3% of ALL realtors in Greater Vancouver!!!

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RARE! BRAND NEW EXECUTIVE home with Master on main !oor built by Andres Homes! Pick your own "nishings! 2,200 sq.ft, 4 bdrm home. STUNNING HOME Lynn Place Subdivision-West Ladner

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May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A35

A36 The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010

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What a rare opportunity. Westham Island Winery is being Absolutely beautiful 3 bdrm + games room townhome in offered for sale! 32.63 acres farmland includes different sought-after Village Green Phase II. Hardwood !oors, tile, acres of all types of berries!...Beautiful 3,800 sqft home etc! Vaulted ceilings, huge balconies, quiet location!

2170 Westham Island Road-Ladner #21-4787 57th Street-Ladner

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

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This is it! Wonderful end unit south facing 2 bedroom condo in popular ‘Fairway 56’. High-end "nishings, granite, maple, etc. Very bright unit with good outlook! #204-1375 View Crescent-Tsawwassen

Great 3 bdrm 1,610 sq.ft rancher in desirable area of South Surrey! Minutes to beach and Whiterock Strip! New Roof, newer carpets and paint etc. Great home, don’t miss

priced @ $345,000 FAIRWAY VIEWS WITH STYLE! 360 degree ne onli virtual tour

What a lifestyle! Come and see this! Beautifuly renovated 2003 sq ft 3 bedroom & games townhome with vaulted ceilings, TOTALLY RENOVATED! Overlooking park-like treed area and beautiful stream! What a great feel! Come see!

1141 Fairway Views Wynd-Tsawwassen

priced @ $549,900

1290 163A Street-South Surrey/Whiterock

priced @ $539,900 EXCELLENT 2-LEVEL HOME! 360 degree ne onli virtual tour

Wonderful 2295 sq ft 4 bdrm 2 level home on a quiet culde-sac in great location, walking distance to everything! 1 bdrm, self contained suite downstairs with patio doors to lovely sunny rear yard, updated kitchen, bathrooms etc.

1660 Babcock Place-Tsawwassen

reduced to $585,000

Presidents Club Award 2009

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TOP 1% OF ALL REALTORS IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009

priced @ $4,500,000 2 BDRM CONDO FAIRWAY 56

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910 Gale Dr., Tsawwassen Fabulous 3000 sq. ft. rancher in sunny Tsawwassen. 5 bedrooms including master bedroom with a new 3 piece ensuite. Just blocks from South Park Elementary and South Delta schools.

The basement's layout is ideal for a suite. The yard includes a swimming pool with an in ground hot tub. Features Open Sat & Sun include hardwood floored living room.

2:00-4:00pmOPEN SUNDAY Living room2-4 has a full rock face NEW # 8LISTING – 5740 Garrison Road, Richmond fireplace, vaulted ceiling. A great home for families or young executives.

PRICED AT $499,000 Fabulous end unit at “Edenbridge” near #2 & Granville area with easy access to everything. Great 3 level plan with a huge master bedroom, open kitchen and lower family room. Private balcony faces north. Great colours, great location. Seldom do we have units for Enjoyorthe wonderful style sale here so hurry! Give Brian Harry a call orlife drop by!in sunny

$735,000

5477 18th Ave., Tsawwassen

Tsawwassen. French doors to patio and newer sun deck with mountain views.

Spacious, fully equipped kitchen with lots of cupboards. Hardwood floored living withreceive: fire place. Hardwood With and Harryroom you Open Brian Sat & Sun floored family Room with fire place.

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615 Gilchrist Dr., Tsawwassen

This rancher is the perfect family home in Sunny Tsawwassen. A wonderful 3 bedroom rancher on an 8100 sq. ft. corner lot. 2 blocks from South Park Elementary and South Delta High schools. Partially updated kitchen with lots of cupboards and a nook. Private fully fenced yard with western exposure and garden shed. View of Mount Baker and the Southlands.

Dining room with a sliding You need a realtor who will help you door to a 450 sq. ft. deck. Centrally make the right decisions. located, close to parks, malls and realtor committedtransportation. to your best interests.

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104-1642 56th St., Tsawwassen NEEDED IN 204-1642 56th St., Tsawwassen

The only new condos TSAWWASSEN in Tsawwassen.

AND LADNER 1 & 2 bedroom apartment/condos

This is what you've been waiting for! 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, brand new 1000 sq. ft. minimum penthouse home with magnificent kitchens, Handyman special - single family cherry cabinets, granitehelper counters, #104:Single Below Assessed Value with family home suite/mortgage wood floors, 9'-12' ceilings with $393,000 Rancher w/without pool Waterfront property and/or view property huge crown moulding. #204:

Newer single family w/or without suite to $750K. $429,000

60-7388 MacPherson Ave., Burnaby

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Built by quality builder, Aragon Developments. Dark granite counter tops, dark cherry cabinets. Fully equipped kitchen with lots of cupboards. Stainless steel appliances, high quality carpet and tile work.

OPEN SATURDAY 2-4 Private entrance, 2 underground 206 1642 56thandSt. Tsa locker. Close to parking 1 storage NEW PRICE OF $365,000 Burnaby South High School, Clinton THE ONLY NEW CONDOS IN TSAWWASSEN Elementary.

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Light and bright this corner suite features north andacross east exposure for perfect light. 2 bedrooms andClose office to nook, 2 baths, glorious parks, schools, mallskitchen, and hardwood floors, granite countertops, fireplace and more! transportation.

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8727 162nd St., SurreySOLD RECENTLY

11180 Cutter Place, Richmond Possible land assembly. First timers #103 - 20125 55 Avenue, Langley 4576 61st Street, Ladner or investors. Well kept 3 bdrm home #247 - 5421 10th Avenue, Tsawwassen in popular Fleetwood/Tynehead area. #105 - 1642 56th Street (Windgrove) Tsawwassen OCP calls for town homes. Located #202 - 1642 56th Street (Windgrove) Tsawwassen #203 - 1642 56th Street (Windgrove) Tsawwassen within 1 block to new townhouse #207 - 1369 56th Street, Tsawwassen development. #418 - 5518 14th Avenue, Tsawwassen NEW LISTING 5250 10th Avenue, Tsawwassen #316 - 14th Avenue, Tsawwassen #204 - 1118 55th Street, Tsawwassen 4879 6th Avenue, Tsawwassen

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Fantastic clean 3 bedroom home located in Pebble Hill. There is a huge kitchen with walk in pantry and eating area, family room, den. The home is upgraded throughout with designer paint, plumbing fixtures and a new air soaker tub. The yard has room for your boat, gardening & entertaining. The yard is 80 ft wide with mature landscaping and very private, bring all your pets. There is a workshop behind the double carport. The home has great street appeal with pride of ownership in the surrounding area. This is a home where you could raise a family. Floors are oak laminate throughout. Gorgeous patio. Room for your RV, 13’ x 100’.

A38 The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010

THE CHANCEY TEAM See all MLS® Listings for Ladner & Tsawwassen at

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Call us 604.946.8899

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Don’t miss out on this 1623 square foot townhouse with a huge, private backyard. Very bright & spacious end unit - great kitchen & eating area, large living room with gas fireplace, open dining area. Total of 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Separate detached garage. Quiet central location - walk to everything! #10, 4748 53rd Street, Ladner

$457,000

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TOTALLY RENO'D 1 BEDROOM

Totally updated - Gorgeous kitchen with granite countertops, new cabinets and stainless steel appliances, tile flooring and sitting bar. Dining area and living room with wood flooring, lovely gas fireplace.New paint and carpet in master bedroom featuring french doors which lead to private balcony and walk through closet to updated bathroom. Storage locker just down the hall. Secured underground parking. Close to shops & amenities yet tucked quietly away in a cul-de-sac.

Nothing to do but move right in.

#220-1441 Garden Place, Tsawwassen

JUST LISTED

$239,000 Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

DETACHED TOWNHOUSE – WILLOW LANE

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Detached 1510 square foot, 3 bedroom townhouse in desirable Willow Lane Court. This home features one of the largest back yard patio areas in the complex. Main floor features laminate flooring throughout. Lovely NEW kitchen/eating area, spacious dining area with french doors to south exposed patio/garden. Living room with gas fireplace. Upstairs with 3 very good size bedrooms, master with full ensuite including soaker tub. Laundry room up for absolute convenience. NEWER carpets, brand NEW roof in 2009, garage. Great location! If you want to get into this house before the open, call us!

#13, 4855 57th Street, Ladner

$454,900 Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

W W W. D E LTA R E A LT Y. C A SPACIOUS CONDO WITH BOAT SLIP!

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YES, you can have it all . . . a LOVELY CONDO to live in AND your own 27' BOAT SLIP for your boat. River West is one of Ladner's desirable adult oriented complexes with many features including recreation room, workshop, hot tub, exercise room & large storage areas. All located on quiet River front location boasting courtyard & marina access. This lovely 2nd floor condo features floor to ceiling windows.

Spacious throughout. Great kitchen area, formal dining, lovely living room with gas fireplace, 2 bedrooms (master with walk in closet & huge ensuite).

209, 4753 River W, Ladner

PRICE REDUCED REDUCED

WEST LADNER FULL OF FLAIR

$419,000 Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

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Brilliant new home on a large lot, custom built for those who love to ENTERTAIN. Over 3300 SF. AMAZING & SPACIOUS LAYOUT. Elegant grand foyer & formal dining room. Fabulous designer kitchen including butlers pantry, eating area & super spacious family room. Great office/den on main floor. Upstairs features deluxe master bedroom suite. 2 more bedrooms with jack & jill bath & on the other side of the 2-car garage you will find great space for a nanny suite OR den & games room OR home gym & hobby room. Whatever your needs, this home will amaze you!

Fully fenced & landscaped yard. Built with the finest quality! No GST or HST.

5396 Crescent Drive, Ladner

05220377

$919,000 Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

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May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A39

THE CHANCEY TEAM See all MLS® Listings for Ladner & Tsawwassen at

www.deltarealty.ca

Call us 604.946.8899

BOB

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LINDA

BEAUTIFUL HERITAGE STYLE Elegant 4 year young, 2,979 sq.ft. , 4 bedroom & den home with a contemporary and practical floor plan for today’s lifestyle. Large gourmet kitchen with island & granite countertops, eating area & a spacious family room with dramatic 17' ceiling. 2 options for your master bedroom, main level or upstairs. Formal living room, beautiful cross hall dining room. Bright & spacious throughout!

Fully fenced and meticulously landscaped yard.

5353 Spetifore Cr., Tsawwassen

$889,000 Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

CARRIAGE HOME

See wwwVirtua l .del t a r eTo u r a t alty .ca

Loads of space and centrally located Heritage style Carriage Home. Main home boasts a total of 2,560 square feet including open concept kitchen/ eating area & family room with gas fireplace overlooking patio. Formal dining room and Living room. Bright and welcoming foyer from "the front porch." 2nd floor with 3 good size bedrooms (master bedroom with lovely ensuite & large walk in closet). 3rd floor features large games room and a large den or a 4th bedroom. The 1 bedroom coach house is totally self contained with a total of 650 square feet. Close to schools, library, parks & shops.

5151 45th Avenue, Ladner

$789,000

JUST LISTED

Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

See wwwVirtua l .del t a r eTo u r a t alty .ca

THE FINEST IN ADULT LIVING

CHESAPEAKE LANDING! Much sought after luxurious, ADULT ORIENTED townhouse living. Wonderful “Heron” floor plan with approx. 2300 square feet includes a master bedroom on the main floor. Lovely formal living with high ceilings, dining room & a DEN. Spacious kitchen & eating area and a family room.

2 more bedrooms up plus a landing with built in cabinets & computer desk. Extra large, private yard. 2 car garage. And don't miss out on the terrific amenities - swimming pool, exercise & games room. Close to nature, golfing, boating and more. A terrific lifestyle close to nature, golf & marina.

JUST LISTED

#92, 5900 Ferry Road, Ladner

$785,000 Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

W W W. D E LTA R E A LT Y. C A OPEN 1800 SQ.FT. SUN 12-1:30 TOWNHOUSE

See wwwVirtua l .del t a r eTo u r a t alty .ca

Bright & spacious 1.840 square foot, 3 level townhome in West Ladner. Features include a rec room down, large living room on main floor, eating area , kitchen & 2 decks. Upstairs features 3 good size bedrooms. West exposed patio/yard.

Many updates include all new windows, paint, laminate & carpeting. Concrete block construction. JUST LISTED!

#3, 4905 57A Street, Ladner

$354,900

JUST LISTED

Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

See wwwVirtua l .del t a r eTo u r a t alty .ca

FARMLAND VIEW

This beautiful custom built home with tile roof, hardy plank siding will delight you. Radiant floor heating on both floors and the quality millwork throughout. Lovely living room with gas fireplace and sloped ceilings, formal dining room with room for your china cabinet.

Spacious kitchen, eating area and family room, den and nanny suite on main floor. Upstairs boasts 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms: a total of 6 bathrooms. This home has a beautifully landscaped yard. Enjoy your morning cup of coffee sitting on the front porch overlooking the sunrise over the farmlands. And in the evening enjoy a huge covered patio to with BBQ’s and view the sunsets year round. Bonus, a totally detached 17 x 12’ heated, home office with wet bar and 2 piece bath. Over 3300 sq. ft.

4523 64th Street, Ladner

05220378

$849,000 Call Bob or Linda at 604-946-8899

WEST COAST

SUTTON GROUP WEST COAST REALTY * C e r t a i n t e r m s a n d c o n d i t i o n s a p p ly. B a s e d o n 7 % - $ 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 a n d 3 % o n b a l a n c e .

WEST COAST

A40 The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4

RUSS NUGENT

$699,900

JUST LISTED

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

Living & Playing in Ladner for over 50 years

RE/MAX PROGROUP REALTY 604-946-8000 New Price 529,000.00 4858 59A Street, Ladner

Updated flooring and paint colors. Master bedroom has walk in closet and a full 4 piece ensuite. It is a wonderful family home and a great time to buy a nice Rancher. Roof is 2 years old, double car garage, very private yard and a nice neighborhood. Close to schools, transit and the community rec center.

New Listing ~ $419,000 ~ #107 4753 River Road West, Ladner

1350 sq foot 2 bed 2 bath ground floor condo, laminate floors, an upgraded Kitchen with white cabinets. Washer, Dryer & Fridge are new, & an upright Freezer, Microwave, Stove & Dishwasher are included. A west exposed patio is accessed from the living room & both bedrooms. The complex has a fine exercise center with Hot Tub & Sauna, party/meeting room, huge storage locker & secure parking. A Premier complex!

503 CONNAUGHT DRIVE Highly sought after upper Tsawwassen location on Connaught Drive. This immaculate home is ideal for families looking for space for everyone.

Over 2800 sq.ft.4 bedroom/4 bathroom split level home sits on a spacious 7481 sq. ft. lot. Solid home featuring beautiful cherry hardwood flooring and vaulted ceiling in the living room, large master bedroom above with a sun-drenched patio, 2 large recreation/games rooms in the basement.

Large rear deck and private back yard is perfect for summertime fun.

This home is vacant and is ready to move in for the summer. Owners are motivated so bring your offers!

Windsor Woods ~ #314 1359 56th Street, Tsawwassen, New Price $339,000

-4 2 . n u S Open

Cozy 1124 sq foot 2 bed 2 bath condo, close to shopping, central to everything & the bus route. Includes all appliances, gas Fire Place, 4 piece ensuite, new laminate fl ooring, large sun deck. This condo feels like a rancher layout. Close to the park and the colorful Windsor Woods lagoon

4856 Turnbuckle Wynd, Ladner ~ $349,900

Nicely updated 1538 sq. ft. 3 level, 3 bed, family room, townhome with 1 car garage in downtown Ladner. Updates include kitchen, bathroom, flooring, Low E windows, heat & lighting. Big deck and new fencing. Great complex with clubhouse rec and exercise facility.

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, MAY 23 2-4 PM

13888 70th Avenue ~ New Price $348,000

Chelsea Gardens! 1586 Sq foot 2 bed 2 bath Rancher Style 1 car garage Townhome in a 23 acre gated community! Shows like new, Mrs. Clean lives here!

Complex has club house, rec center, pool, and R V Parking! Wonderful ponds, gardens and walkways! A nice place to retire.

Progroup Realty #100-5000 Bridge St., Delta, BC V4K 2K4 604-946-8000 Bus. 604-219-3177 Cell eugenek@telus.net www.eugenek.ca

05220363

05220365

www.ladnerhomes.com www.ladnerrealestate.net

EUGENE KNOEDLER

Maria Morrison

604-802-8065 e-mail:mariajmorrison@gmail.com

4632 - 55B STREET

MID CENTURY CLASSIC MODERN

Spacious 1176 sq. ft. corner apartment in Addlington Court. Great floor plan. Large kitchen, master with ensuite, second bedroom also roomy. Building has meeting room, amenities plus guest suite.

$348,500

#4-4861 CENTRAL AVE.

PARKSIDE - ONE OF LADNER’S BEST Pride of ownership abounds in this updated 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom townhome boasting a large attic rec room.

Spacious sunny private patio for your summer fun.

Well landscaped complex with much greenery. Situated in the heart of Ladner. A few steps to shopping, bus, etc. Offered at $439,900.

Make the move momentous with Maria!

05220366

112 - 4745 54A STREET A DELIGHT

Delightful classic rancher, meticulously maintained inside & out on huge subdividable lot. Vaulted ceilings, sunken living room, spacious and elegant.

Solid foundation, natural materials. Brick & wood throughout the home plus other feaures rarely seen in newer homes. Separate plumbed & heated art studio?

Shop? Home Business? Rental? Grounds abound with mature trees and flowering shrubbery. Close to shops and schools. Truly a rare find. Call for private showing 604-802-8065. Yours for $749,000.

May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist A41

NOW SAVE $50,000!

Beat the HST and pay only $759,900 GST INCLUDED for this beautifully crafted new home. This must be seen!

Spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath featuring a spacious floor-plan boasting over 2,500 sq ft with vaulted ceilings and a very functional layout. Centrally located, close to shopping & transit routes, you'll love spending time with family and friends in your own backyard!

05193990

604-789-6405

direct: 604.788.1060

phone: 604.946.8000

email: wendy@wendybetts.com

New Listing! #204 – 1706 56th Street

Discover Heron Cove Tsawwassen's Best Kept Secret

Tucked away from the main road, you’re going to love this upscale 5yr old complex! Enjoy the summertime peace & quiet as you sit on the room-sized covered balcony that faces south, overlooking the courtyard. This TWO BEDROOM, TWO FULL BATH condo offers nearly 900 sq ft of quality & craftsmanship – hardwood and tile floors, granite with stainless steel appliances, gas fireplace – and a full laundry room with a sink & room for the deep freezer. Perfect for pet lovers! Lots of windows – plenty of storage.

Sneak-a-peek now @www.WendyBetts.com

05157941

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY/SUNDAY 3PM-5PM 4868 53rd STREET, LADNER

Delta Open House.ca

Trisha Murphy.ca 604-312-7621

Teri Steele.com 604-897-2010

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty 1625 56th Steet, Tsawwassen, BC V4L 2B2 Tel: 604.943.3110 Fax: 604.943.6155

2 bedroom 1050 sq. ft. townhome; beautifully decorated with designer colours and mouldings and laminate floors. There are 2 private decks and secure underground parking. Just move in.

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 5009 CENTRAL AVE LADNER $790,000

OPEN SATURDAY 2-4 308-1375 VIEW CRES. TSAWWASSEN $348,000

OPEN SATURDAY 2-4 102-1300 HUNTER RD. TSAWWASEN $439,900

3 bedroom character home overlooking park and just steps to school and beach.

Fairview ’56! Top floor west facing 4 year old 2 bedroom 2 bath apartment with open concept plan.

2 bedroom and den 1300 sq. ft. suite with 2 south facing patios overlooking Beach Grove Golf Course.

OPEN SATURDAY 2-4 1586 ENDERBY AVE BEACH GROVE $649,000

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT 6674 1A AVE BOUNDARY BAY $649,900

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT 214-6263 RIVER RD THE RIVERHOUSE $459,000

Totally renovated beach cottage just half a block to the beach. Artistic Yale town style living with high end appliances, flooring, windows, bath etc. This is totally a lifestyle.

Tranquil living with nature. Large panoramic condo with private oepn entry, open plan concept, gourmet galley kitchen, Best of all is your unbelievable view of the river, marina, and green space.

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 1748 ENDERBY, BEACH GROVE $799,900

NEW LISTED! Large lot 70 x 188’ in a multi-development area of central Ladner with a 15 year old Ken Sawatsky Kennorah constructed home with suite and oversized double car garage - fantastic package.

Nicely updated, unique open plan post and beam home on a beautifully manicured totally private garden lot, with surround sprinkler system, hot tub, and outdoor studio.

FIRST OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 5359 1ST AVE, PEBBLE HILL $629,000

JUST LISTED!

Wonderfully kept and loved family home with lots of updates on a large 9000 plus sq. ft. garden lot in Pebble Hill. Walking distance to elementary and park. Great family location

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT 23-3871 RIVER RD LADNER REACH MARINE NEW PRICE $429,000

Float home only offered for sale in a well run marina. Almost brand new this Thomas Cooper home was built 2 years ago with all the bells and whistles and has unobstructed views of the river and North Shore mountains. This is truly a laid back lifestyle.

05220342

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT 4882 47A AVE, LADNER $269,900

A42 The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010

Website: www.jeffjantzi.ca

NEW LISTING 4906 Cedar Crescent

SOLD 4410 50A Street

• 3 Bedrooms & Office • 3 Full Bathrooms • South Facing Backyard • 3 Decks

• 4 Bedrooms • 2,520 sq.ft.

• Close to Schools • Granite Counters

• 2730 Sqft • Close to Schools • Newer Roof • 2 Fireplaces

Asking $659,900

Email: info@jeffjantzi.ca SOLD #407-2368 Marpole Ave

• 3 Bathrooms • Quiet Cul De Sac • California Shutters • Central Location

Asking $734,900

• 1 Bedroom • Granite Counters • Visitor Parking • River View

• 722 Sqft • Insuite Laundry • Guest Suite • 9’ Ceilings

Asking $258,800

SUTTON GROUP - SEAFAIR REALTY

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

05220344

604.928.0382

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ANNOUNCEMENTS 1160

In Memoriam

604-580-2772

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EMPLOYMENT 1240

General Employment

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Delta Hospice Society

comfort, meaning, dignity and hope Remember someone special with a gift to The Delta Hospice Society.

Donations to the Delta Hospice Society support the Harold & Veronica Centre for Supportive Care and Irene Thomas Hospice.

To donate in Memory or in Honour of someone special: Call 604.948.0660 or visit us at www.deltahospice.org Donations can be mailed to: 4631 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 4L8.

Please include name, address, full name of person being honoured and address to send card. quality of life matters

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In Memoriam

CST. STEPHEN PARKER ”A CHERISHED MAN OF INTEGRITY”

Aug.18, 1960 - May 22nd, 2005

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BOAT OPERATOR

CERTIFICATION COURSE It’s mandatory − it’s the law!

Earn Lifetime Certification in one evening class!

TUESDAY CLASSES 6:30pm to 9pm Legion Branch #61 4896 Delta St, Ladner PRE-REGISTRATION $75 (at door $85 limited space) CALL to REGISTER Peeter Linde • 604-789-9051 Or email: varlin@shaw.ca

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RECENTLY MOVED?

If you have moved to Tsawwassen or Ladner within the last six months and have not experienced this free community welcoming service please call Andrea (Tsa) 604-948-9877 or Joadey (Lad) 604-940-0177.

We will be happy to visit you with community information and generous free gifts from local businesses.

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Lovingly remembered and deeply missed by many, especially Maureen (wife) and Kevin, Kathleen, Jessie and Emily (children) Bill (father) and Lisa, Maureen, and Alison (sisters) and the entire Parker and MacDougall families.

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Birthday Greetings

Lost

BLACK LEATHER Jacket lost at Beach Grove School. If found call 604-762-0868 or 604-943-7729

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Personal Messages

REMOVE YOUR RECORD: A CRIMINAL RECORD can follow you for life. Only PARDON SERVICES CANADA has 20 years experience GUARANTEEING RECORD REMOVAL. Call 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) www.pardonservicescanada.com

1107 Your twinkling eyes and smiling face Are a pleasure to recall, You had a kindly word for each, And died beloved by all.

It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you The day God took you home.

Your presence is felt, your advice is wise, You guide us through every day.

Our hearts will always pain for you, Our love grows stronger as we pray.

Community Notices

Singles Clubs

ENJOY A GREAT SOCIAL LIFE *** TGIF SINGLES *** Things to do, places to go, friends to meet. Dinners, dances, walks, trips, tennis, golf, etc... with fun people.

Info. evenings Thursdays Call 604-988-5231 www.tgifcanada.com

Readyto TietheKnot?

Wishing you all the best as we celebrate your special day GG! Much love, Graham, Kathy, Lindsay, Megan and Tyler

Career Opportunities

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 71 (Comox Valley)

DISTRICT PRINCIPAL ABORIGINAL EDUCATION The school district enrolls approximately 8,200 students (including 890 students of A b o r i gi n a l a n c e st r y ) f r o m Kindergarten to Grade 12 and is located 100 km north of Nanaimo on the East Coast of Vancouver Island. We are currently searching for a District Principal Aboriginal Education. The position is effective August 1, 2010. For more details about this career opportunity and how to apply, please visit our website http://sd71.bc.ca/hr/jobs.php A complete application package must be received at the School Board Office no later than by 4:00 p.m. (Pacific time) on Monday, April 31, 2010. Late re´sume´s will not be accepted.

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Drivers Looking for:

❏ 10 Company Drivers for City Runs, Day & Night. ❏ 10 Company Drivers for BC & AB Runs.

Please fax resume and Commercial “N” Print Abstract to 604.214.3172

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General Employment

ATTENTION STUDENTS/ SUMMER WORK

Flex sched. $16.25 base-appt, cust. sales/service, conditions apply, no exp needed, will train.

Call 604-595-1040 or www.summeropenings.ca/ve

Shipper Receiver

BC Fresh Vegetables Inc. is located in Delta and markets produce to major retailers, wholesalers and food service accounts.

The successful candidate will be in charge of all shipping and receiving from our new warehouse located at the Delta Municipal Airport. Experience in handling produce, and inventory management is essential. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience. Start date for this position is estimated at August 1, 2010. Please email your resume to: susan@bcfreshinc.com

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FLORAL SALES/ MERCHANDISER

Ethel Lees

HAPPY 98TH BIRTHDAY!

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Do you enjoy working with flowers & offering excellent customer service?

Announce your engagement to family, friends & neighbours in one easy step!

Call to advertise

604-630-3300

Mature individuals for Costco Stores: • Permanent P/T Willingdon • Permanent F/T Port Coquitlam

Fax resume to 604-412-9959

Immediate openings

Flexible schedules, $16.25 baseappt, conditions apply, no exp necessary will train. call now, (604) 595-1040 or www.summeropenings.ca/mv

F/T SHOP WORKER

reqd for Richmond company.

Fluent English, knowledge of power tools, some lifting & painting involved.

Medical dental benefits Fax resume 604-273-5820 Email info@markrite.com

Full Time Parts position available for immediate occupancy. This is a career opportunity as a salaried employee with full company benefits at the Lower M a i n l an d b r a n ch of a Canadian wide heavy equipment business.

Applicant must be self motivated and sales driven, with experience preferred in the heavy equipment or truck industries. See our job posting at www.essltd.com Submit resume or contact info to: tburt@essltd.com

General Labourers Must have valid class 5 license

McRae’s Environmental Services Join our winning team!

Excellent wages & benefits Call 604-940- 6205 weekdays 10:00 am to 2:00pm Ask for Sandy or Scott

To provide administration support for outside salesperson. Duties include handling telephone, fax, and some clerical work.

Applicant will possess strong communication, computer, and organizational skills.

Please fax resume to 604-948-2161

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Richmond Sign Company

requires Silk Screen Printer with UV printing experience.

Wages commensurate with skills.

Medical Dental benefits.

Fax resume 604-273-5820 or email info@markrite.com

NOW HIRING

Personal Trainer Certification Earn up to $70/hr as a Personal Trainer. Government Financial Aid may be avail. 604-930-8377 See our ad in todays paper under Education.

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Job Listings, From A-Z

From advertising executive or banker to x-ray technician or zookeeper,you'll find it in the Employment Section.

To advertise in Employment call 604-630-3300

Career Services/ Job Search

ACCENTUS MEDICAL Transcription Services

requires Canadian MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS to work from home. Expertise in Operative Reports needed.

Health Benefits now available!

Please apply online www.accentus.ca/ employment.html APARTMENT/CONDOMINIUM MANAGERS (CRM) home study course.Many jobs registered with us across Canada! Thousands of grads working! Government certified. 30 years of success! www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456

Canwest Community Publishing makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember.

Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad.

Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment.

If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the Better Business Bureau at 604-682-2711, Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm or email inquiries@bbbvan.org and they will investigate.

Where do you want to work this spring?

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Career Services/ Job Search

Medical Office Trainees Needed

Doctors & Hospitals need Medical Administrative & Medical Office Staff! No Experience? Need Training? Local Training & Job Placement is also available.

1-888-748-4126

PHARMACY TECH Trainees Needed!

Retail Pharmacies & Hospitals need trained Tech & Assistants.

No Experience? Need Training?

Training & Job Placement available. 1-888-748-413

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EDUCATION

HANDYPERSON

Position for Landscape and Property Maintenance business in South Delta for lawncare and general maintenance. 6 months experience, B.C.D.L. and knowledge of Delta req’d.

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Trades/Technical

PARTS MANAGER required for busy Ford Dealership.

Previous management/ADP experience required. Exceptional Remuneration/Commission.

Pension/company benefits.

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1403 Dependable handyperson required immediately for building maintenance, lawn cutting, gardening, painting, light carpentry etc. Some short travel trips involved.

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EDUCATION 1410

Education

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Education

MARITIME DRILLING SCHOOL

entry-level training for land and offshore oilrigs. Excellent wages, benefits and opportunities to travel the world. June 21st-July 10th & July 19th-Aug 07th.

Contact: 1-866-807-3960 www.mdslimited.ca

Personal Trainer Certification

Earn up to $70/hr as a Personal Trainer.

Government Financial Aid may be available.

604-930-8377 Hilltop Academy

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Music/Theatre/ Dance

IN HOME OR STUDIO LESSONS Piano, Theory & other instruments.

Allegro Music School 604-327-7765

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MARKETPLACE

Education

2010

UNDER PRESSURE We sell & service all hot & cold pressure washers 604.434.2188 upsi.ca #11 - 5850 Byrne Rd. Burnaby

For more information: 604-946-6926 DESP@deltasd.bc.ca

Flexible Scheduling, Start Monday! E/I Supported Training.

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AUCTIONS

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Industrial, Construction, Forklifts, Farm & Turf Equip., Crane Trucks, Trailers, Lumber, Boats and etc. Cars & Trucks 9 a.m. Start!!!

FEAT: Civil Construction Equip. – Trailers, Negative Air Fans, Tools, etc. + Woodworking Shop.

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Monday-Friday 9–5 closed for lunch 12–1 2-1359 56th St., Tsawwassen next to Starbucks 604.948.1911 youthworks@bgccs.bc.ca “Funded in whole or part through the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Development Agreement”

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Furniture

BEDROOM SUITE, queen, 6 piece, bed, mattress, etc. very good cond. $200, 604-946-2340

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For Sale Miscellaneous

MOVING - Everything must go!

Dining suite, king sz bdrm suite, end tables, garden tools, self prop mower, power lawn edger, weight training unit w/bench. Much much more 604-943-8436

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Appliances

For Sale Miscellaneous

ASHFORD SPINNING wheel with accessories includes fleece, $400. Taylor form dress form $100. 604-948-9309 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality.

All Shapes & Colors Available.

Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.ca

BEST Deal Restwell Matt Sets.

Full wrty, Dble $319. Queen $339 King $559. Will deliver. 722-3636 DINING SUITE, 9 piece, 2 leafs, 6 chairs, walnut, buffet, hutch, $500 sofa & loveseat $300; coffee table cherry $75. 604-940-4134 DINING SUITE, lovely 8 pc solid oak Queen Anne style, $900.

604-943-6163 HIDE-A-BED EXC cond. $75, book case $20, dining table, 4 chairs $60, desk $10; china cab $10; chair w/ottoman $10; blue arm chair $5. 604-943-5405 SOFA AND loveseat, light floral print, matching 3 sets of drapes and valance boxes, 3 adjustable drapery tracks, as new, all for $290. Call 604-943-1862 SOLID PINE entertainment unit 6ft x 3ft with pocket doors $500 paid $1000. Wrought iron & wood sofa table $180 paid $385. Excellent quality. Purchased at Barb’s Antiques. 604-943-7389

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Garage Sale

Ladner Garden & Desert Plant Sale Desert Plants, Tomatoes (18 varieties), Herbs, Sunflowers, Lettuce, Outdoor Plants, Books, Garden Decor & more!

Great Deals!

Sat May 22nd, 8am-2pm Cul-de-sac 50 Ave & 54 St

LADNER −

WALK-THRU INDOOR MOVING SALE! Saturday & Sunday May 22 & 23 ★ 9 to 2 5224 Chamberlayne Ave. Please − No early birds.

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Recycler

FREE: SLIDING door, older, brown aluminum, 80\'x96\', must pick up in Tsawwassen. 948-0515

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Sports Equipment

BILLIARD TABLE, Brunswick Gold Crown, 5x10, pristine cond. new cloth, matching score board & cue rack, quality stained glass lighting, $950 obo, 604-943-2886

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TV/Stereo/Video

DELTA CABLE PVR, 8 months old, paid $500, will sell $250. Call 604-948-2930

Weekends were made for shopping, so make sure you check our Classifieds for a comprehensive listing of garage sales in your area!

Follow the garage sale trail in

The Delta Optimist Classifieds Call 604-630-3300 to book your ad

Spring Garage Sales Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Aries March 21 - April 19: A busy, detail-filled month lies ahead. Your luck has been low, but it soon will climb or reach equilibrium (early June through early September). Sunday/Monday feature relationships and opportunities. These are a tough slog Sunday – you might reach a final separation point or showdown over a domestic, career or similar situation. Don’t expect fireworks, just deep, thoughtful commitment to a path.

Monday’s the opposite – everything works when you admit your own fears, failings! Secrets, inheritances, investments, other people’s money fascinate you midweek: but a major problem lurks.

Cancer June 21-July 22: The few weeks ahead bring reduced energy levels, quietude and sweet solitude, spiritual nudges and administrative or governmental contacts. It’s a good time to contemplate and plan your future. When doing that planning, realize that June through August will favour your ambitions, and contacts with bosses and VIPs. Worldwide, this will also be a turbulent time – and in crisis there are opportunities. Your relationship, ambition and security/ domestic zones all face change (or at least, adventure!).

Sunday holds either deep affection or deep rejection.

Your romantic, creative urges rise midweek.

Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Expect four weeks of internationalism, higher learning, far travel, publishing and legal, cultural events – and love! But an April/May trend of intimacy, financial commitment or research with someone representing one of these zones, will continue. E.g., if you became intimate with someone in April or May, you might now see love dawning, or travel to see them. Or, if you researched, you might now publish, or take it to a court of law. Or an investment/ business partnership you explored might become a signed contract. Your charisma, energy soar Sunday/ Monday. Careful Sunday in career/home.

Taurus April 20-May 20: Tackle chores Sunday/ Monday – that’s better than getting into trouble by siding with one person or the other when they argue (Sunday). Relationships bless you Tuesday, but anger is close to the surface Wednesday. Life’s mysteries, depths and deep nurturing rise to consciousness Thursday/Friday. Your financial and sensual instincts surge – but something you start now might meet a longterm (romantic and financial) barrier. Saturday brings initial stress (around noon) then wisdom and mellow thoughts. The weeks ahead emphasize earnings, purchases, possessions, memory and sensual joys.

Leo July 23-Aug. 22: The weeks ahead bring wish fulfillment, popularity, flirtations, entertainment, optimism and joyful plans! You could start a love affair; it could lead to marriage, or bring travel to a foreign country. Expect success in legal, educational, cultural, love, publishing, far travel and similar zones. But this might be just a taste of success, Leo – don’t force matters, be willing to wait until 2011 if success doesn’t fully gel. Much talk Sunday (watch underground resentments or sneaky people) and Monday (trust someone!) Rest, midweek. Romance, creativity and a winning streak, Thursday/Friday!

Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: You face a month of depths, intimacy, sexual urges, secrets and research, commitment and consequence, and crucial health and lifestyle choices. You should meet success! Someone you’ve dealt with since early to mid-April could play a prominent role. You might find your work duties expanding June through August. Retreat, take a deep rest Sunday/Monday. (Sunday might subtly pull a “mellow relationship” apart.) Your energy and charisma surge Tuesday/Wednesday – ask a favour or start a new project! (Best Tuesday morn.) You can march straight toward more earnings Thursday/Friday – do so!

Gemini May 21-June 20: Your energy, charisma, effectiveness and decisiveness return, big time! Over the weeks ahead, start significant new projects, see and be seen, make an impression on important people!

Early June to early September might bring a wish true, especially in areas of marriage, relocation, business partnerships and social acceptance. Even if they don’t, your popularity, optimism and “future sight” will rise – get ready to enjoy life! There will be no more need for caution in relationships. But that’s early June.

Meanwhile, Sunday (uncooperatively) and Monday (magically) promote romance, creativity.

Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: A month of ambition, success, prestige relationships and community recognition has just started. But a study, travel, love, cultural or similar theme, evident since early April, continues to June 9. It might involve communications from another country.

You’ll be half ambitious, half thoughtful. You’ve met lucky opportunity in 2010 – for business, marriage, relocation, perhaps litigation. June-July-August will move these opportunities to deeper waters (commitment, intimacy, funding, etc.) If you “miss,” opportunity will return, September-December, and commitment will return, early 2011.

Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Your hopes rise Sunday (though money is a disappointing topic) and Monday.

Optimism, popularity, flirtation and fun visit you! Or perhaps you’d better go out and find them, since you’ve entered a month in which others hold the aces of charisma, energy and clout. Still, fresh horizons, opportunities and exciting relationships are imminent!

The more you approach, the more you’ll gain. An AprilMay task lingers into late June, so tackle it. (You might also be romancing a workmate during this time.) Lie low midweek. Emerge Thursday/Friday to greet the world!

Romance – soon.

May 23 - 29 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: The month ahead accents work and health, machinery and service personnel, the heavy side of kids (e.g., dirty diapers rather than the joy of her first soccer goal). Look upward Sunday/Monday – to ambition, prestige. An attractive, affectionate person stands across from you Sunday – but are you too secretive, defensive? If so, rethink. You’ve been intrigued by a romantic or creative possibility April and May – this continues through June. Don’t abandon it.Your hopes rise nicely mid-week, but retreat for some solitude Thursday/ Friday. Real estate luck hovers on the near horizon.

Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: The weeks ahead feature pleasure, beauty, romance, joy with children, creative surges, and a winning streak in speculation. A Gemini or Virgo could be involved – perhaps a person you might have tried to end it with in April/May. Love, understanding, your life philosophy, far travel, legal or educational matters are the theme Sunday/Monday.

Sunday might bring a “silent disagreement” over duties. Be ambitious Tuesday/Wednesday, but avoid friction with a competitor. Your hopes rise Thursday/ Friday, as popularity, light romance and entertainment arrive. Retreat Saturday, seek quiet rest.

Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: The weeks ahead accent your domestic scene, security, real estate, Mother Nature, gardening, nutrition. It’s a time to digest what you’ve done, where you’ve travelled over the past year (and years) and where you’re going. This might lead you to abandon certain bonds and projects, and to embrace new ones. That’s good, natural. Sunday presents you with a subtle, perhaps hardly conscious dilemma, a choice between different friends or viewpoints. Secrets, deep power, intimacy might be involved. Midweek’s mellow, brings understanding. Be ambitious Thursday/ Friday: success awaits! timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist

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Dogs

Bright Eyes Academy Child Care Centres

Programs for ages 0 - 12

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AUSTRALIAN LABRADOODLE Pups Non-shedding mediums, parents 27lbs, spayed/neutered, 1st shots, reg. w/ ALAA, $2500 1-250-494-3107 Summerland

BORDER COLLIE X Sheltie pups 4 males. Gorgeous! Ready Jun18 Blue Merels $700. Blk & White $400. Aldergrove. 604-856-3291

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CREATIVE Beginnings Daycare

Licensed Group childcare ´ 3-5 yrs program ´ infant & toddler program Register now.

No church affiliations.

4530-10

SHEPHERD X Rotti x Bernese Mnt sheep dog x Arctic Wolf, 6 females 2 males. Some with blue eye, shots & dewormed $500 ea.

Ready June 4. Ph 604-309-2966

3510 Feed & Hay Triple Five Trucking

SPECIAL • Cedar Shavings KILN DRIED Hemlock, Fir, Spruce Sawdust & Shavings

534-5544 290-8405

3530 FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, $2000 each. ready now! 604-817-5957

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Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds 778-688-6340 abetterlifedogrescue.com

Lessons/Training

DOG LOVERS! Enjoy a healthy profitable career as a professional certified dog trainer. PCTIA Government registered program in Vancouver DogStars Professional Dog Trainers School now accepting registration for Fall 2010 & Spring 2011. Phone: 604-878-STAR (7827)Web: www.DogStars.ca

Cares!

Cats

GOLDEN DOODLE Pups Beautiful, intelligent Email pics available. $850 1-877-563-4259

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

LAB PUPS CKC Reg’d Yellows & Blacks Good Temp. Shots & Tattooed. $750. 604-377-0820

Dogs

OSOYOOS WATERFRONT 3br, 2bath, fully equipped & furn large deck, BBQ, ac, canoes, priv. dock, Avail June to Sept. $1500 /wk, 604-922-6103...551-3014

LAB PUPS, yellow, m/f, 1st shots, dewormed, vet checked, $500. Call 604-701-1587

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.

ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $400+ 604 590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com CHIHUAHUA, 3 pups (3 1/2 mo old/1st shots/dewormed) & the mom, $100 each. 604 581-6902

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Pets - Other

LAB X Golden Retriever vet checked 1st chots 8 wks, ready to go, yellow $450. 604-997-5504 LABS YELLOW PB Vet checked, 1st shots dewormed. 3 female.

May 30. $550. 604 537-5063

SHIH TZU BIJON pups, 1st shots, dewormed, ready, family raised, non shed, $575 firm. 588-5195

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Agents

NEED A MORTGAGE 1st and 2nd Mortgages, Self Employed, Refinancing, Forclosures, Low Rates.

604-629-8628 www.MazumaCapital.ca

Real Estate Services

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Condos/ Townhouses

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Worldwide

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

S. Surrey/ White Rock

2 BR, 1 bath, top flr condo, part renod. Quick Sale! $215,000. 305 - 1720 Southmere Cr. Karen C. Sutton Westcoast 604-538-8888

Houses - Sale

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Real Estate

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Income Tax Preparation Accounting & Bookkeeping Services

Ladner 30+ Years Experience

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Business Opportunity

#1 JANITORIAL FRANCHISE Customers, (Office Cleaning), Training and support. Financing. www.coverall.com 604-434-7744 info@coverallbc.com

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Business Services

CRIMINAL RECORD? Canadian pardon seals record.

American waiver allows legal entry.

Why risk employment, business, travel, licensing, deportation?

All CANADIAN / AMERICAN Work & Travel Visa’s.

604-282-6668 or 1-800-347-2540 CRIMINAL RECORD? Canadian pardon seals record.

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Why risk employment, business, travel, licensing, deportation?

All CANADIAN / AMERICAN Work & Travel Visa’s.

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Financial Services

NEED CASH AND OWN A VEHICLE?

You keep your keys and drive away with cash.

Call Got Keys? Got Cash!

(604) 760-9629

http://www.gotkeysgotcash.com BC REPTILE Club Show & Sale Sat June 12 • 10 am to 5 pm and Sun June 13 • 10 am to 4pm Abbotsford Exhibition Park 32470 Haida Drive, Cadet Building Abbotsford B.C Admission : Adults $4 , Kids $2 , Children under 5 Free ; Family Pass $10.00 (2 adults up to 3 kids) For more info visit us at www.bcreptileclub.com 1-604-392-5715

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5035 ADORABLE POMERANIAN pups. Parti colour & extra small.

1st shots. $550 +. 778-316-8561

Okanagan/ Interior

Sheltie Pups. Reg’d, shots, tattooed, dewormed, m/f, healthly, friendly, $950. 604-526-9943

CREATION STATION DAYCARE

3508

Destinations

VILLA, 4BR, 2 bath, 60Kms from Rome, all ammens, $800Euro/wk. via v.para 9boville ernica fr Call Bruno 604-313-2763

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COIN COIN QUACK QUACK Family daycare, French Immersion, Ladner, 0-12 yrs. Openings available. Pls Call Marie-Claude 604-946-7402

604-724-7652

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SHARPEI IN Coquitlam is looking for good home, very healthy and great with people. Must go through Sharpei rescue for an application.

Daycare Centres

CATS. Fixed - male and female rescued cats. Free to good, n/s indoor homes only. 604-513-9310

LAB/RETREIVER X, Young, adult female, Nellie needs a loving home! Shy around new people/situations, best suited adult-only, cat/dog free home, Loves long leashed walks or a rural home. Vanc. Animal Shelter 1280 Raymur Ave, 604-871-6885

www.westcoastfrenchbulldogs.com

FULLY QUALIFIED MOM of 3yr old daughter and central ladner location between 2 schools. Offers before/after school or full day care at an affordable price in my happy home.

I am First Aid certified and have ample room for fun and learning. Must be ok with friendly pets and I have a van for drop off pick up situations if needed.

Please call Niki @ 604-306-3554 and references are available if needed as I am well known in the community.

3507

LOVE! MONEY! LIFE! #1 Psychics!

1-877-478-4410 CreditCards/Deposit $3.19/min 18+ 1-900-783-3800 www.mysticalconnections.ca

RARE! CHOCOLATE, Blue, red, cream & brindle. French Bulldogs, Reserve now! 604-802-6934

604-347-9945

604-940-8077

Metaphysical

6005

COCKER SPANIEL p/b pups with papers vet. shots, ready now, Vanc. $550 neg. 604-708-1752

EXP’D CHILDCARE provider has full time spot avail immed, Central Ladner. Call 604-946-6454

Licensed Group Daycare & School Age has spaces avail. for ages 30 mos. - 10 yrs.

LAB X PUPPIES Purebred lab mother. Adorable mix of 12 males/females ready to go home! DOB 03/21. 3 black/ brown, 9 all black. Excellent with children; farm raised. $450.

Langley: Call 604-807-3653

PB BLUENOSE Pit Bull pup’s for sale. 4 left - $1000 - $2000. Ph Tim 604-557-8359

Register Now for Summer 2010

REAL ESTATE

Dogs

Childcare Available

GRAND OPENING May 1st, 2010, Spaces available ECE Cert & Montessori Trained.Tsawwassen Christine 604-724-6125

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Houses - Sale

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Real Estate

BE RICH J. Mercadante collected $29,950 cash, receives a monthly cashflow of $3,000 & created profits of $300,000 in 9 mths investing in real estate.

Free Report shows you how.

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www.bcforeclosures.com 5 BR home from $18,500 down $1,975/mo. 604-538-8888, Alain @ Sutton WC Realty W. Rock

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Burnaby

TSAWWASSEN

Tsawwassen Terrace

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

Greensview

Nice bright 2 bedroom suites available. Rent includes 3 appliances, carpets, drapes, u/g parking and laundry facilities. Located on bus route and close to shopping centre.

For more info or to view please call 604-943-7612

Century Village and Tsawwassen Manor

Beautiful complex consisting of 6 bldgs. & water fountains.

1 & 2 bedroom suites, include drapes, wall to wall carpets, balconies, elevators, and wheel chair access. Tsaw.

Manor includes heat. Close to beach, parks, recreation centre & school. To make an appt. to view please call 604-948-9111

Kelly Court

1 bedroom suite available in small bldg. Located near shops, school, bus stop and rec. centre. Rent includes 2 appl., carpets, drapes, heat and hot water. Bldg. consists of new windows and sliding doors. To view or to make an appt. please call 604-782-4326

Sorry No Pets or BBQs References Required WWW.CENTURY GROUP.CA/

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Langley/ Aldergrove

LANGLEY, CEDAR Ridge, 20856 43 Ave. Sun: 12-4pm. 3 BR rancher, 1770 sf, 7500 sf lot. By owner. $600,000. 604-532-8434

6020-36

Tsawwas.

PRIME AREA: Beach access, needs work, build or reno asking $650,000. 54 Georgia Wynd. call 604-948-2364

6030

Lots & Acreage

N. WEST. All services paid, inclds u/grd electrical, DCC’s, survey & eng’ng report. 33’ x 130’ lot. No GST. $339,000. 604-726-0677. usellahome.com ● ID # 4711

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Okanagen/ Interior

EXCEPTIONAL LAKEVIEW Lots from $160,000 also: 1 panoramic 3 - acre parcel.

Owner Financing, 250-307-2558 www.orlandoprojects.com

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Real Estate Investment

NANAIMO, 7YR old home w/2 sep suites. 5 bdrm, 5 min to dwntwn, 2x6 const, 9appl, lots of prkg, priced to sell $349,000. Call 250-716-2171 or 250-741-1950 HOME FOR Sale on South Slope.

Awsome Landscaping and house has ben fullly renovated. MUST SEE. www.3827hurst.com

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Apt/Condos

DELTA WEST

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

Houses - Sale

(604) 435-5555 OR (604) 786-4663

RENTALS 6508

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4895-55B St, Ladner Bach, 1 & 2 BR, Available.

Spacious suites, balconies, rent incls heat & hot water, prkg available. Refs. N/P.

CALL 604 946-1094 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

LADNER 2 bdrm $880 inc. heat, h/w, prkg. Some pets ok. No dogs. No smoking. Calls between 9am-6pm only. 604-940-8726

Tsawwassen, CASA DEL SOL ★Studio $665, ★(2) 1 BDRM’s $765, $785, Avail. June. 1 incls heat & H/W, carpets, drapes, 2 appl, 2 elevators, under ground parking avail. Please Call 604-943-8954 or 604-488-4733

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Furnished Accommodation

COTTAGE - 1BR furn, quiet treed Tsaw. $325/wk, daily or longer.

For May & June 604-943-4630

6535

Homestay

★ RENT TO OWN! ★ If you have a small down payment, I have a nice home for you! Less then perfect credit OK. Call Pat 778-782-0872

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Houses - Rent

4 BDRM +den, 3 bath, 2 fp, newly painted, E. Ladner, ns, np, Av now, Call 604-377-6720 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN No Qualification - Low Down CHILLIWACK – 9557 Williams St, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town, close to shops & schools................ $888/M VANCOUVER – 558 Taylor St, 1 bdrm + den, 2 level TOWNHOME, nr GM Place, 1.5% Finance $988/M PITT MEADOWS -11860 Springdale Dr. 4 Bdrm, 3 Bath FAMILY HOUSE Appliances, huge family room, f/p, fully fenced back yard, garage, close to West Coast Express, Schools & shops..............$1988/M CLOVERDALE – 6965 - 192nd St, 6 bdrms, 5 baths NEW HOUSE with 3 suites + BIG income potential, all new appliance, w/d, f/p ....$2,688/M

Call Kristen 604 435-5555 or 786-4663

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

TSAW - JUNE 1ST Clean 3 br, full bsmt, 2.5 baths, hardwood, gas fp, dw, garburator, double carport, RV prkg, $1980, no dogs, call Peter 604-250-3154

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The Delta Optimist May 22, 2010

RENTALS 6565

Office/Retail Rent

FOR LEASE

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

Don’t Miss THIS!

Office Space 621 sqft avail June 1st . 4840 Delta Street, Ladner.

2nd, elevator & sec indoor prkng, Ph: Gertie 1-250-247-7242 or cell 604-306-4563

2 BR bright bsmt quiet suite, Beach Grove, incl hydro, cable, gas, internet, wd, ns, np, storage, $1175+dd, 604-943-0132 Liz.

OFFICE SPACE in Tilbury for rent, available now, call for info 604-377-6720

2 BR bsmt suite, priv ent, f/back yd, shared laundry, nr school. $900. 604-940-0953

Tsawwassen ● Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall has prime retail spaces available in Oliva ● Windsor Woods – unit #5 – 1,057 sq. ft. ● Century Square 1658 Sq ft of Office/Commercial Space for Lease For more information call Tina or Sandra at Century Group 604-943-2203

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM bsmt, Ladner, no pets, N/S, avail Now. $700 incl utils.

Call 604-968-5869 1 BR bsmt, Ladner, new kitchen, near ammens, avail June 15, $700, ns, np, v604-946-5291 1BR GROUND floor unit, June 1, $800, near parks, transit & school, shared storage, laundry & utilities, Lrg yard, 604-943-5823

6535

2 BR Tsaw, bsmt ste, private ent, spacious, 900sf, gas f/p, 4 appl, shared w/d, n/s, $950 incl utils., Avail June 15. Call 604-943-8032

AUTOMOTIVE 9105

Auto Miscellaneous

$0 DOWN & WE MAKE YOUR 1st PAYMENT AT AUTO CREDIT FAST Need a vehicle?

Good or Bad Credit?

Call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca DLN 30309

9125

Domestic

9145

NO WHEELS, NO PROBLEM

Removal FREEScrap/Car No Wheels No Problem

2 HOUR

3 BDRM upper, Ladner, 4 appl, n/s, n/p. new reno, storage & 1 car garage $1500. 778-889-9732 LADNER, lower level, 2 BR, cul de sac, lge fenced sth facing yard, w/d, avail. July1. $1200/m. incl util. n/s, n/p. 604-946-8194.

6615

Wanted To Rent

Service From Call

Family Owned & Operated

1999 FORD Taurus SE red sedan. Automatic transmission, 24 valve DOHC engine, 152,600 kms, exc cond, $2,750, 604-984-9066.

SENIOR COUPLE seek 2br 2 bath condo in Twas., w/d, N/P, afternoon sun on balcony, nr ammens, long term pref. Can pay $1250 max. 604-943-5315

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

1000SF, BAY Doors on both sides, Surveillance, Available Now, in Tilbury, 604-377-6720 OFFICE 1700SF, Vantage Way Tilbury, grade level access, 800sf warehouse w/20ft ceilings, incld racking, 604-207-8734 loc 306

Homestay HOMESTAY OPPORTUNITY

International students in grades 5 to 10 are participating in a summer program in the Delta School District. Students will be placed two per home for one or two months. Families with children / teenagers preferred. Homestay fees are $800 per student for each month.

Full year international students are also arriving at various times during the year.

For more information contact: Ladner: Kerstin Dashkewytch, 604-329-0373 Kdashkewytch@GoDelta.ca Tsawwassen: Teri Gallant, 604-319-2575 tgallant@GoDelta.ca North Delta: Gerda Chase, 604-202-9686 gchase@GoDelta.ca

(604) 209-2026

2000 FORD Mustang Conv. 1 owner, mint cond. 130K, goldblack roof, $6300, 604-817-4520 2003 CHEVY Cavalier. silver, auto only 47K, orig. owner, immac in & out, $5900, 604-929-8489

9129

Luxury Cars

2006 MERCEDES E500 wagon 41K, silver, black int. Mint cond. $43,000 604-889-1069 eves

9130

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

2005 KAWASAKI KX100 Moto Cross W/many add-ons. stock parts incld. Well maintained, $2100 obo. Cell: 778-882-4099 2006 HONDA CRF 100 dirt bike, original owner out grew, like new, $2000 obo, Cell: 778-882-4099

Cleaning

CLEAN AS A WHISTLE Reliable cleaning team. Bonded & Insured. Susan at 604-312-9445

Cleo’s Friendly Cleaning Services.

★ No Home, Condo or Appt too small or large ★ Moving in or out. ★ Don’t hesitate..call today.

★778-888-9115★

DEE’S HOUSECLEANING. Fast & reliable. Lots of experience. $25/hr. 778-434-2114 EUROPEAN DETAILED Service cleaning. www.pumacleaning.ca Sophia 604-805-3376 LIDIA’S EUROPEAN Cleaning.

Res/Com. Specializing in detail cleaning. Bonded. 604-541-9255 Pressure washing, Floor sealer & waxing. Commercial & business general Cleanup. 604-833-1462

8058

Computer Services

8060

Concrete

Advanced Concrete Enhancements Limited

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

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

GENERAL Masonry Specializes brick, block, stone, exposed concrete.Call Joe/Enzio 594-1960

8075

Drywall

GJ CONSTRUCTION Complete drywall, textured ceilings, Steel stud & T-bar etc.

Free Est. Graham 604-644-6339 DON’S AFFORDABLE DRYWALL PHONE/FAX 778-218-3403

8080

Electrical

E VANSON LECTRIC

Professional Electrical Services Panel Upgrades – Renos Lic. #26765 • South Delta based

604-657-7957

www.evansonelectric.com

Delta PC Service & Consulting

8080

Electrical

#1167 LIC Bonded. Expert trouble shooter, sm job specialist, reno’s, panel changes. 617-1774.

8087

Excavating

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

one mini, drainage, landscaping, stump / rock / cement / oil tank removal.

Water / sewer line, 24 hours Call 341-4446 or 254-6865 EXCAVATOR MINI & 13 Ton excavator, Trucking, Bin service , Bobcat track loader we do it all give us a call. Since 1986 VANCON 604-818-5411

8090

Fencing/Gates

S&S LANDSCAPING LTD.

makes your computer work again!

Best rates on the market.

Guaranteed Virus Removal.

LICENSED, BONDED RESIDENTIAL/INDUSTRIAL GUARANTEED WORK Reg #91779

Call 778-882-4128

★ 778-231-8332 ★

❏ Cedar Fence Installation Call 604-275-3158 West Coast Cedar Installations Custom fencing, decking & more 604-244-8824, Cell: 604-788-6458

2001 INFINITI QX4, fully loaded $10,250 ONO, 148,000 KM, Gold, Bose Stereo, sunroof, tanned leather seats(all heated), mud/ snow tires, Automatic, Hi-intensity headlights. Lovely smooth, reliable ride. Rebuild 2003. Call Tommy 778-960-5308 2002 DODGE Durango SLT 4X4.

Great truck to drive, have all the service records. Asking $9,500.

Open to offers. 604.657.1845

9160

Sports & Imports

1990 HONDA Accord, 4 dr, auto, 246 K, good cond $1500 obo.

604-924-9621 after 5pm or lv msg 1990 VW JETTA standard, cd, stereo, a/c’d, exc mileage.clean, runs well $1000. 778-895-1424

9160

Sports & Imports

Call 778-316-3217

*DELTA SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL

1993 BMW 740i, black, auto 231K, exc cond. 2 owner car, fully loaded, $3900. 604-671-4133

2000 INFINITY G20 80,000km silver, auto, loaded, fully serviced since new $8900. 604-786-7114

FULL SIZE VEHICLES Serving the Delta area for 20 yrs.

Call 604- 649-1627, 946-0943

SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 2H

Sports & Imports

2008 HONDA Civic, Auto, 4 dr, silver, all power, a/c, low kms, $13,000. 604 518-3166 2004 JAGUAR X-Type 3.0 AWD, 63K, tiptronic, xenon, clean, excellent cond., $9999. Tel: 778-322-3598 2005 HONDA Civic SE automatic 75,500 kms new Michelin tires $10,400 - obo. 604-761-1352

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

9522

2006 HONDA Civic DX Coupe $11,999. Auto, PWR Locks & Windows, heated mirrors, digital dash, 4 new tires, new brakes, Honda Serviced. NO Accidents.

100k. Great on gas, many extras.

Coq. Call ★ 604-868-3128

2006 TOYOTA Matrix XR 36.7 k, exc cond, std, 4 dr, 1 owner no accid. $13,500. 604-787-2193

Motorhomes/RVs

2006 - 22FT double axel, white Jayco trailor, used for 5 short trips exc. cond. sleeps 5, full load. ac, etc. $15,000 OBO. 604-940-1953

9540

$175 Min. FOR COMPLETE

THE SCRAPPER

9160

2003 INFINITI G35 sedan, 66 K, auto, fully loaded, no accidents exc cond $14,600. 604-725-0947

for Full-Size Complete Vehicles. Free Removal!

2-Hr. Service in Most Areas

Trailers/Tents/ Campers

1996 RUSTLER 5th Wheel Bunkhouse, sleeps 8, A/C, awning, ext shower, bunks, tons of storage. $8450. Langley. 604-881-4566 DIFFERENCE BETWEEN Men and Boys? Men fix their toys!

Become an Outdoor Power Equipment Technician. Work on watercraft, ATV’s, snowmobiles, etc. Credit towards apprenticeship. GPRC Fairview College Campus. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

2000 MAZDA PROTEGE. silver.

142,000 kms. auto, electric mirrors, windows, sunroof, ABS, Alloy wheels, Cruise Control. No accidents. Full service history avail. $4500. 778-991-8676

Which SUV sips gas like a subcompact?

2003 BWM X5 3.0 V6 AWD, grey / grey leather, loaded, navigation system, heated power/telescopic steering, heated front & rear seats $17,000. 150 K. 604-657-4451

Research vehicles on driving.ca

E

9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

1996 JEEP Orvis, local SUV, very clean, way low 135 kms 5.2L V-8, auto, full leather, full towing package. $4750 obo. 604-987-5466.

8125

Gutters

BUSY BEE GUTTER Serving Ladner since1983

604-788-3991 EDGEMONT GUTTERS

• Sales & Installation of 5’’ Continuous Gutter • Minor Repairs • Cleaning

604-244-9446 Established 1963

8130

Handyperson

TRUSTED HOME IMPROVEMENTS

8130

Handyperson

8160

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

NEED A HAND?

SUPER SOIL INC. TOTAL LANDSCAPE SUPPLY SERVICES Since 1979

SPRING SALE 10.000 Deliveries Annually

B.C.’S BIGGEST AND BEST SUPPLIER OF QUALITY NATURAL ORGANIC & COMPOST SOILS

Garden Soil Mix Lawn & Turf Blends Super Natural Topsoil Composted Black Bark Mulch #1 100 Fir Bark Mulch Miracle Mix Soil Top Dressing Blends Sand & Gravel, Rock Hydroseeding Contractor Small Orders Too Volume Discounts

• REPAIRS • RENOVATIONS • WOODWORKING • PAINTING Call Pierre

604-649-0502 (cell)

HANDYMAN RON Renovations, repairs, tile, drywall, painting, 20yrs exp. 604-946-1705 Lawn Maint. window & gutter cleaning, pressure washing, rubbish removal etc. 604-948-0267

Lawn & Garden

www.supersoilinc.ca

FREE DELIVERY

8160

8160

Lawn & Garden

“Spring Clean-Up” Reel Type Lawnmowing Power Raking • Weeding Moss Control • Fertilizer Trimming • Pruning Professional Maintenance • FREE ESTIMATES •

604-946-1348 or cell: 604-710-1348

J&S Lawn Cutting

Father & son owned & operated.

Best Rates Guaranteed

Call 778-999-4164

888-8881

For anything Yard Related!

To view or pick up 5333 176 St., Surrey

PAUL WEATHERBY

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

Property Maintenance

604-878-5232 SINCE 1997

Residential & Business Contractor

DECKS & FENCES PAINTING Interior & Exterior

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

RENOVATIONS

• • • • • • •

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

604 •240 •2194 604 •943 •2401

Drywall, Flooring, Moldings etc.

LAWN CARE

Maintenance & Installation

HEDGING, PRUNING, CLEAN UP BOBCAT SERVICES

604.948.5296

Lawn & Garden

S.B. GARDENING & LANDSCAPING

WE'RE THE GOOD GUYS IN THE GREEN TRUCKS

THE FENCE GUY ★ Insured ★ B.C.T.Q Tradesmen 1994 Call Dave 604-781-9110

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

Pays $150 minimum

HOME SERVICES 8055

9155

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $100 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673

1999 BMW 740IL, auto, black, 149000km, halo xenon, perfect condition, $8888. 778-322-3598

Delta Families Needed to Host International Students for Summer and Regular Programs

Scrap Car Removal

604-946-7308 LAWN CUTTING FERTILIZING Maintenance Call for Free Aerating

Local resident, 38 yrs. 604-943-0043

★ ★ ★ ★

LAWNSCAPES

Mowing & Maintenance Pruning & Hedge Trimming Yard Cleanup & Hauling Power Washing & Odd jobs.

Friendly Personal Service Quality Work Great Rates

Need a Painter?

Find one in the Home Services section.

604-943-5445 778-434-2197

MRG Services: small home repairs, pruning, cert Horticultural Tech. Mike 604-943-6951

May 22, 2010 The Delta Optimist

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Call ThE Experts TREE SERVICE

Royalwood Tree Care

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

Stump Grinding Fully Insured ISA Member

H: 604-943-0084

Bermuda John

Dale McLean, Certified Arborist

“Trim your trees, cut your costs”

Tree Removal Tree Pruning Hedge Trimming

HANDYMAN SERVICES

TREE SERVICE

Honest & Dependable No Job too Small

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

C: 604-916-6187

LAWN & GARDEN

604.948.3199 778.688.1950

604-948-5296

Drainage Services Ltd. • drain tile • drainage • plumbing repairs • video pipe inspections • yard drainage

Painting Retaining Walls Flagstone & Paver Patios Renovations

“It’s a tankless job but we enjoy doing it”

Canada Tankless Ltd

On demand tankless hot water Residential and commercial • Service repair and install On demand systems are up to 98% efficient and can be used for every application including heating

Licensed & Insured • Locally Owned & Operated FREE ESTIMATES!

604-943-7770

604.952.5539 | www.westsidedrainage.com

www.homesteadservices.ca

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

HEATING

DRAINAGE & PLUMBING

Westside

Custom Decks & Fences Landscaping Lawn & Garden Installation Hedging & Pruning

• • • • • • •

1-877-9 Hot H20 (1-877-946-8240)

canadatankless@gmail.com

WCB insured

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

HOME SERVICES 8180

Home Services

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

Talk to Someone You Trust.

• Professional Exterior & Interior • Protective Coatings (epoxies-elastomerics) • Water Proofing Sealers • Pressure Wash • Wallpapering

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

604-616-7082

Sears also installs ROOFING, WINDOWS, WINDOW COVERINGS & CARPETING

AAA PRECISION PAINTING Interior/Exterior Excellent Prices

Free Est/Written Guarantee Insured/WCB

778-881-6096

D&M PAINTING

604-278-5542 ext 213

24 HOURS 1-800-4-MY-HOME • (1-800-469-4663)

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

Painting/ Wallpaper

604-724-3832

ROD’S PAINTING

Professional, QualityWork 25 years experience Free Estimates • Ref’s Avail

778-836-0211 604-946-0029

8185

FAIRWAY PAINTING

Fully Insured 20 years experience Call 604Free Estimates

7291234

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SPECIALS

Moving & Storage

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

604-708-8850 MOVING? Local • Long Distance Free estimates 604-318-7799

BEST IN CLASS Exterior Painting Outside Specialist

Mark 604-626-7430

PAINT RITE BY RICH For all your Painting needs!

Richard Ryan

604-946-4889 604-649-4930

POPEYE’S MOVING Surrey 604-626-6651 Vancouver 604-377-2503

www.popeyesmovingbc.com

GOLD COAST PAINTING Int/ Ext. Prof. quality- low prices! Call Max for free est. 604-999-9531

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

TAKE AWAY THE PRESSURE Painting, yard clean up - Contact Ian 604-946-9395..604-812-7255

8205

Paving/Seal Coating

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

8220

RED SEAL

Drainage & Plumbing Inc. Drain Tiles, Main Sewer Lines, Underground Video Inspection, Kitchen & Bathroom Sinks & Tubs, Plugged Drains, Toilets, Excavation Service, Broken Water Mains & Pipes, Dripping Taps

604-618-4988 778-836-5940

10% Off with this Ad! Aman’s Plumbing Service, Lic. Gas Fitter, Reas. Rates. 778-895-2005 1ST CALL Plumbing&Heating Ltd Local, Prompt & Professional.

Lic’d, Bonded, Ins. 604-868-7062 CANADA TANKLESS Ltd. res. & comm. Repair, install WCB ins. bonded. 604-943-7770

POINT ROBERTS

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

Gated Access Reasonable Rates!

PLUMBERS

Water Lines (without digging) Sewer Lines (without digging) Install. Drain tiles. 604-739-2000 LIC’D PLUMBER, registered & insured. Installations/renos/hw tanks. Good rates! 604-789-3922

8225

8225

Power Washing

Power Washing

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

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

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

Edgemont Building Maintenance • Power Washing

10% lower than any other written estimate SENIORS DISCOUNT WCB & Fully Insured

Established 1963

604-726-6345

Pressure Washing

Don’t wait. Call Ian Ferguson

Phone: 604.946.9395 Cell: 604.812.7255 LAWNSCAPES

RDM ENTERPRISES For All Your Household Repairs and Renovations.

Interior and Exterior Finishing, Kitchens, Bathrooms and Plumbing Refs Avail. Free Estimates

Rob 604-946-4796

Power Washing Fast, Friendly Service!

Renovations & Home Improvement

AL’S CERAMIC TILE

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

ACE OF TRADES

Complete Renovations Plumbing Electrical Master Carpenter Painting Wallpapering Kitchen/ Bathroom designer & installer Floors Ceramic Tiles Drywall 25 yrs. exp. $30/hr Mark Local Cell: 778-889-9918

cameron construction

ADDITIONS & COMPLETE RENOVATIONS: kitchens, bath, windows, flooring, decks & fencing

PRP RENOVATIONS. Kitchens, baths, tiling, flooring, painting, plumbing, gutters 604-764-0399

8250

Building on your ideas.

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

604.374.2360 info@greentimberhomereno.ca

778-237-ROOF (7663)

A North West Roofing Specialist in Re-Roofing & Repair, Free Est 10% disc, BBB, WCB, Liability Insured. Jag 778-892-1530

Roofing

•Residential Roofing •Siding and Window Installations •Aluminum Awnings and Railings •Rain Gutter Replacements •Drainage Installations and Repairs

ROOFING OUR SPECIALTY

778.886.8541 Licensed, Insured, WCB

TMO Contracting

Quote code 1969 for a 5% discount

www.crownresidentialroofing.com

ON SIDE ROOFING & RENOVATIONS Darren Cell:

778.869.2767 Office:

604.952.0798

Rubbish Removal

LARRY’S CLEAN-UP

Over 25 years serving South Delta

• Rubbish Removal • Reno Clean-Up • Yard Trimmings

604-649-9600 604-591-3754

Student Disposal Services & Recycling

Trips to the dumps start at

$49

W i t h 1 7 c u b i c y a rd t r u c ks

John 778-288-8009 Call anytime

Affordable Rubbish Removal & Demolition. Res & Com. All Jobs Big or Small. 604 761-9709 DISPOSAL BINS 10 - 40 yard bins. Lowest rates! disposalking.com 604-306-8599

8300

Stucco

J. PEARCE STUCCO CONTRACTING. Residential / Commercial. 604-761-6079

Tiling

LAMONT TILE SERVICES

South Delta Based tile setter 18 yrs exp with all tiles and patterns.

Complete tear downs, and waterproofing.

Call Dan 604.916.4821

AL’S CERAMIC TILE. Supply & install, samples avail. Free est.

604-948-9573, cell 604-836-8943

8315

Member BBB - Member RCABC Full Liability Coverage and WCB Designated Project Managers and Third Party Inspections

Call 604-327-3086 for a free estimate

8255

8309 A Save on Roofing - specialize in ★refoof ★ repair★ WCB Free est.

10% discount 778-892-1266

ticketed carpenter • 25 yrs. exp.

Scott Cameron 604-948-9183 or cell: 604.992.8182 cliscam@dccnet.com

Torch On Specialist Member of Shell Busey’s House Smart Referral Network ★ Govt Certified ★ 20 yrs exp

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

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

Total Renos, Additions Build New Homes Kitchens, baths, drywall, painting, new garage, roofs, decks, driveways - asphalt, concrete or pavers, drain tiles, landscaping, excavating 604-985-8270 www.a-diamondhome.com

MAC ROOFING INC. Residential & Commercial ★ ★ Beat the HST ★ ★

A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

604-943-5445

8240

Roofing

• Repairs • Reroof • New Roof

604-244-9446

Exterior House Cleaning Driveways & Painting

8250

JJ Roofing

• Window Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning

A name you can trust

Plumbing

Low rates, 100% guar. Free est.

Member: Better Business Bureau

8185

Painting/ Wallpaper

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

BE COOL!

8195

8195

Tree Services

Tree Removal - Stump Grinding Branch Chipping * Free Est. * WCB Local resident, 34 yrs. 604-943-0043 Roofing Experts 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank

8255

Rubbish Removal

'You Call It, We Haul It!'

8335

Window Cleaning

Edgemont Building Maintenance • Power Washing • Window Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning

604-244-9446 Established 1963

ROD’S HAUL-IT-AWAY

Rubbish Removal and Recycling

778-668-HAUL (4285)

Locally Owned... ● So you pay less ●

WINDOW CLEANING • Free Estimates

Jim 604.943.9694

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PRICES EFFECTIVE:

Sunday, May 23rdSat., May 29th, 2010.

STRAWBERRIES Imported

T-BONE STEAKS

4

1 lb Clamshell

1

98

99 /lb

PRIME RIB ROASTS

ORGANIC FEATURE

WHOLE PEELED TOMATOES

4

9.90/kg

796 ml Tin

Mediterranean Gourmet

2for 3

AUTOMATIC DISHWASHING GEL Western Family

/ea

SIZZLIN’ HOT BUY! Dry Cured 500 g Pkg.

3

/ea

Mediterranean Gourmet With Basil Or Italissima Tomato & Basil

HADEN MANGOES

/ea

Box Approx. 10 lb

88 /ea

Hot Buys!

Spiced

Mixed Colour

HOT HOUSE PEPPERS B.C. Grown

2 lb Bag

SUNNY DELIGHT CITRUS BEVERAGE

2

/ea

Hot Buys!

5

BEVERAGE BUY!

98

98

Imported

2for 5

3.78 L Jug

49

/ea

400 g Pkg.

2for 7 00

99

FLETCHER’S BACON

2

98

2for 5

+ Dep. recycling fee where applicable

6.57/kg

DEL MONTE PINEAPPLES

SPECULAASJE COOKIES Windmill

1 kg Pkg.

/lb

Hot Buys!

680 ml

1.57 L Jug

98

Latin American Grown

PASTA SAUCES

GRIMM’S Original PEPPERONI

2

NEW CROP CHERRIES

2 JUMBO 1 lb Clamshell Earthbound Farm

/lb

/ea

California Grown

ASSORTED BABY SALADS

Fresh

4

/ea

98 Hot Buys!

11.00/kg

QUALITY MEATS

49

2

MUSHROOMS

Brown Or White B.C. Grown, 170 g Pkg

TM

3

98 /ea

MRS. CUBBISON'S ResStatyurleant CROUTONS • Caesar Salad

+ Dep. recycling fee where applicable

• Seasoned 170 g Box

We reserve the right to limit quantities.

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

Wk 22

2for 3