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A former Delta bureaucrat pleaded guilty this week to child pornography charges. Kip Gaudry, 59, who was Delta’s director of engineering until he resigned last spring, entered a guilty plea in Surrey Provincial Court Monday to possession of child pornography. His sentencing is scheduled to take place early in the new year. Last March, Delta police searched Gaudry’s office at municipal hall as well as his North Delta home. Computers and other technical equipment were
seized in the raid. He was suspended without pay before resigning a few days later and was charged with possession of child pornography and accessing child pornography about a year later. Gaudry was hired by Delta in 2001 and was named head of the engineering department just a few months before the police raid. Before that he served as director of community planning. He is also facing charges in Manitoba stemming from an inci-
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offences. In 1995, Gaudry pleaded guilty to nine charges of sexual assault involving teenaged girls while Kip Gaudry district administrator for the community of Houston in west-central B.C. The assaults took place between 1986 and 1994. He was sentenced to three years in prison by a Prince George judge.
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Carol Berner has been released on bail pending her appeal. Madam Justice Carole Huddart announced her decision in B.C. Court of Appeal yesterday morning. Berner is appealing her conviction and sentence in the 2008 crash on 64th Street in East Ladner that killed four-yearold Alexa Middelaer and seriously injured her, aunt Daphne Johanson. The 58-year-old was convicted in July and was sentenced to 30 months in jail earlier this month for impaired driving causing death and bodily harm, and dangerous driving causing death and bodily harm. Defence lawyer David Tarnow previously said, if released on bail, Berner would stay with her sister on Vancouver Island. Court was earlier told Berner would be eligible for parole in 10 months. With files from the Province
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November 27, 2010 The Delta Optimist A03
Four officers honoured in Victoria
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Delta police contingent among 58 Best in Blue award recipients BY
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Fraser Health implements new care delivery model at Delta Hospital BY
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Layoff notices were recently issued for 10 registered nurses at the Mountain View Manor extended care unit at Delta Hospital. Part of a series of reductions that includes other extended care facilities throughout Fraser Health, four full-time registered nurse positions and six parttime positions were eliminated at the Delta Hospital ward. Noting several registered nurses will still remain on staff, FHA spokesperson Roy Thorpe-Dorward said the positions have been replaced with additional staffing to meet the needs of elderly residents. Those additional positions include nine licenced practical nurses and eight registered care aides.
“Fraser Health, back in but to improve the amount June, began delivering a of direct care for residents new care delivery model and to create consistent for residential care and this standards. applies to all residential “Any cost savings that care facilities in Fraser were achieved are being Health,” he explained. reinvested in direct care “The hours, so new model there’s not “Any cost savings includes a cost savthat were achieved standards ings to Fraser for resident are being reinvested Health,” he care and said. direct care in direct care hours, Replacing so there’s not a cost RNs in hours, but also stanextended care savings to Fraser dards for wards has Health.” staffing been a sore Roy Thorpe-Dorward point for the levels and the staff B.C. Nurses’ mix ... one of the changes Union. In September, the in this new care delivery union held a news confermodel was that every facilence expressing concern ity, in fact, was required Fraser Health is creating to have 24/7 RN coverage chaos in its residential care which previously wasn’t a facilities by laying off regisrequirement.” tered nurses. Thorpe-Dorward noted “With seniors needing the new care delivery model the skills and knowledge was not based on dollars, of registered nurses more
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Four Delta police officers were among 58 from across the province that were honoured by the province last week as B.C.’s Best in Blue. “Tonight we have the opportunity to honour those who stand up and stand out because of their leadership and bravery, for having raised the benchmark of extraordinary police services in British Columbia,” Solicitor General Rich Coleman said at the Government House ceremony last Thursday. “These 58 individuals epitomize what makes the uniform they wear and the badges they carry enduring symbols of public safety.” Two Delta officers were among the 22 to receive an award of valour. Const. Kevin Dueck was honoured for confronting two armed and masked men as they were about to enter a 7-Eleven convenience store. Const. Maurice Parry received his award for helping rescue a man trapped in a burning vehicle while he was off duty. The award of valour is the province’s highest award and is given to officers “for
their acts of exceptional valour for knowingly risking their lives to protect others.” Two other Delta officers were honoured with medals of meritorious service. Const. Brittney Dawson received the medal along with a New Westminster officer for attempting to resuscitate an unconscious man they pulled from a burning vehicle. A fourth Delta officer, whose name was withheld, was recognized for preventing a driver, who was trapped upside down in a water-filled ditch, from drowning. “Every day, police officers across British Columbia are challenged in the line of duty,” said Clayton Pecknold, president of the B.C. Association of Chiefs of Police. “Whether our officers are facing a situation of extreme danger, human trauma, high emotion or tragedy, they remain committed to the values of an honourable profession. Our officers are driven by the opportunity to serve and protect others. Tonight’s honourees exemplify what is expected of a police officer and what every officer strives to achieve.”
A04 The Delta Optimist November 27, 2010
Bog society files lawsuit over highway
Group alleges federal government violated conservation covenant by not protecting bog from Perimeter Road BY
SANDOR GYARMATI
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The society, using a grant from West Coast Environmental Law, hired Vancouver lawyer Jay Straith. “The governments have failed to honour their commitment to protect Burns Bog under a conservation covenant and management plan signed by the governments of Canada and British Columbia, the City of Vancouver and the Corporation of Delta,” said Straith. Further, the federal government has violated public trust, and ignored their fiduciary duty to protect the environment, by carrying out the development of the South Fraser Perimeter Road, said Straith.
The Burns Bog Conservation Society obtained an opinion from West Coast Environmental Law last year that concluded the Corporation of Delta had the right to invoke a dispute resolution process contained in an agreement between the four purchasing partners — federal, provincial, regional and municipal governments — of the environmentally sensitive Burns Bog. The society and others had been demanding Delta council invoke the dispute resolution, citing concerns the highway’s proximity to the wetlands will impact the bog’s delicate hydrology. Delta council obtained its own legal opinion from
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The Burns Bog Conservation Society is suing the federal government over the South Fraser Perimeter Road. On Wednesday, president Eliza Olson delivered a statement of claim to the Federal Court office in Vancouver alleging Ottawa violated a conservation covenant to protect Burns Bog. “The construction of the South Fraser Perimeter Road will have a significant impact to the health and well being of residents, plants and animals alike,” said Olson. “Our governments have failed to conduct a thorough
and credible analysis of the environmental impact of paving a highway through Burns Bog, over valuable farmland, and along the Fraser River.” Saying the society is not opposed to the SFPR, only that it’s in the wrong place, Olson told the Optimist the suit seeks general and punitive damages. As far as the dollar amount, Olson would only note that it’s in excess of $50,000. Noting a proposed highway to run through the City of Vancouver was blocked years ago, thus the society’s legal action isn’t exactly precedent setting, Olson said they’d like to sit down and discuss alternatives with federal officials.
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Burns Bog Conservation Society president Eliza Olson says her group is not opposed to the South Fraser Perimeter Road, only to its alignment. Davis LLP, which noted neither the conservation covenant nor the related agreements apply to activities outside the bog. Delta CAO George Harvie told council the municipality’s legal opinion also pointed out the only party that has the authority to invoke the dispute resolution is the federal government. A recent report to council notes a monitoring plan has been implemented that will
assess the effectiveness of the mitigation measures. Monitoring to date has not shown impacts related to SFPR work, according to the report. To be completed by the end of 2013, the $1 billion, four-lane, 40-kilometre highway will extend northeast of the Highway 17/ Deltaport Way intersection, through Delta and Surrey, with connections to highways 1, 91 and 99 and the Golden Ears Bridge.
Fire forces building evacuation Residents of a Tsawwassen apartment building were evacuated due to a fire Tuesday. “Currently crews are in there clearing out the smoke, everybody’s been evacuated from the building but we anticipate they’ll be allowed back in fairly shortly,” said deputy fire chief Paul Scholfield Tuesday
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November 27, 2010 The Delta Optimist A05
Noise study could bring some relief
Tsawwassen residents pleased Ottawa is looking into impacts airport operations have on urban areas BY
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Tsawwassen residents frustrated about jet aircraft noise over their homes are pleased the federal government is about to conduct a national study. The House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities passed a motion this month to study the issue of noise caused by airport operations in urban areas. It will hold public meetings to hear from witnesses in affected communities, department officials and experts. Three years ago NavCanada changed the flight paths of planes coming into Vancouver International Airport, upsetting homeowners in parts of Surrey, White Rock and Tsawwassen. Although a number of adjustments were made, AANOID (Against Aircraft Noise in Delta)
Ron Wasik Still AANOID believes aircraft noise in South Delta from YVR and regional airports has increased. Looking forward to providing information to the committee, Ron Wasik of AANOID said NavCanada’s unwillingness to do environmental assessments and its “wall of silence” strategy in not responding meaningfully to citizen complaints will be exposed. The track records of municipal governments on
dealing with aircraft noise will also be exposed, he said. North Delta Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal said the federal transport committee is finally giving residents a chance to have their voices heard. A proposal, supported by Delta-Richmond East Conservative MP John Cummins, to alleviate aircraft noise concerns had already been pitched last year. Quebec Liberal MP Marlene Jennings put forward a private member’s bill to suspend jet flights between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. at Canadian airports until the public can be consulted to determine the impact of the flights on health, environment and economy. Cummins agreed there should be some restrictions when it comes to night flights. “I think too often the airport authorities get the idea
Flight path changes three years ago have created aircraft noise over Tsawwassen. that their operations should prevail and the community concerns about noise in the middle of the night should be disregarded,” Cummins said at the time. AANOID asked Delta council to support the motion as well. Instead, local politicians requested a meeting with representatives from YVR to discuss air traffic. Mark Cheng, YVR’s supervisor of noise abatement and air quality, told council the airport is the second busiest in Canada
after Lester B. Pearson International in Toronto. The Richmond airport serves as a regional hub for markets within B.C. and is part of the Asia-Pacific gateway. That means flights are arriving and departing during all hours of the day and night. However, most of the air traffic in and out of YVR moves between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m., explained Cheng. He said many cargo and courier flights, which are usually older planes with
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A10 The Delta Optimist November 27, 2010 Opinion Page Published every Wednesday & Saturday by the Delta Optimist, a division of Postmedia Network Inc. #207 - 4840 Delta Street, Delta, BC V4K 2T6 Phone 604-946-4451 Fax 604-946-5680 www.delta-optimist.com Publisher: Lori Chalmers lchalmers@ delta-optimist.com
Century gets well earned recognition
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TED MURPHY
MURPHY’S LAW For many in Tsawwassen, the Century Group name has become synonymous with the most contentious piece of real estate in town. Its development proposal for the Southlands has evoked strong emotions on both sides of the issue and has been the catalyst for much unrest over the last few years. This debate, which isn’t likely to end anytime soon, has overshadowed the fact Century has got to be the most philanthropic company operating in South Delta. I’m not sure if there’s a way to quantify that last statement, but the anecdotal evidence of Century’s charitable efforts are everywhere. That’s why it was nice to see the Vancouver chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals honour the family-owned firm at its annual Giving Hearts Awards gala last week. Tsawwassen’s Ike Barber was also a deserving recipient for his continued philanthropic endeavours, particularly when it comes to post-secondary education causes. I fully recognize that Century, by simply engaging the community with regards to its vision for the Southlands, has been the one to initiate the current controversy, but I can’t help but shake my head when I hear how some characterize the company these days. The Century some in anti-development circles view with disdain is the polar opposite of the company known in many other segments of the community. Talk to people who organize events that require donations or even a venue for their function and a very different image emerges. It’s a company that gets hit up for just about every worthy cause that comes along, but continues to give generously. And even when Century digs into its pockets and does its part over and over again, detractors claim it’s being done with tax implications in mind or it’s accused of trying to buy good publicity. Sometimes, it seems, it can’t win, so it was nice for it to, well, win one last week. It should be remembered that Century pre-dates pretty much everyone and everything in Tsawwassen. Founded by the late George Hodgins before even the George Massey Tunnel was a reality, the real estate firm quite literally built half of the community that’s envied by so many today. I think we’ve dropped the ball by not acknowledging Hodgins in some way for his vision, his pioneering spirit and his legacy of philanthropy, but it was nice to see his son Sean, who has carried on the family tradition of giving back, receive recognition for Century’s continued good deeds.
Snow has that magical way of taking you back to childhood MIKE SCHNEIDER
COMMUNITY COMMENT As always, when the first flakes drifted down last week, the memories came along with them. Snow does that for me, always will I suppose. Some of the best experiences of my life have been snow related. I will admit it again, I am one of the pro snow people. Our encounters with it in Metro Vancouver are relatively rare so I say enjoy it when it is here and get out for a walk in it to savour the blissful memories of your snow life. It was a “Pro-D” day yesterday. Too bad the snow couldn’t hang on for one more frigid day so the absence of school could be used properly by young snow lovers. My daughter was insisting that 10 centimetres would close the school on Thursday. I told her she was dreaming and that it is now government policy to prevent “snow days” at all cost. I went on
to tell her that if she attended a private school, the doors will shut automatically when Mark Madryga says, “Snow warning in effect,” She asked if she could attend a private school and I said no, but commended her for a nice try. I recall missing the odd day of school due to snow but not many, that’s for sure. On snowy mornings of yesteryear I do remember listening to the radio intently though, hoping beyond hope that Frosty Forst would add Kerrisdale Elementary to his list of school closures. He rarely did and my friends and I would have to wait patiently until the 3 p.m. bell rang to exercise full and appropriate snow usage. Recess and lunch were OK for chucking a few snowballs and applying a few “face washes,” but we were more interested in undertaking important activities like engineering complex snow forts and building sophisticated toboggan jumps. Kerrisdale Annex was the snow hub for our neighbourhood. It had a short but reasonably steep hill. If the track was particularly icy and your mode of transportation was expertly designed, you could cross the plain of the annex field and make it to a second smaller
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hill some hundred yards further. Sort of like getting a good run at Diefenbaker and making it to the pond. Plastic bags didn’t cut it to reach hill number two. You needed vinyl, a diligently waxed toboggan or my favourite, a 12-inch frying pan — introduced to the annex by my dad in 1970. He made it to hill number two and is likely in the winter fun hall of fame because of it. When the sledding was this good we would be out from 3 p.m. to 9:30 or so. A brief stop at home for dinner and a fresh set of snow gear would see us off down the hill to the school for some more magical fun. My mom was patient enough with her three boys who were leaving little slushy puddles throughout the kitchen and basement as they doffed snow gear every few hours. She had the dryer running just about all day when the snow was around. “Michael ... electricity isn’t free, you know!” It has been an early start to winter in these parts and my family is looking forward to several snow events and maybe even a school closure? Enjoy it when you can, it will keep you young.
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November 27, 2010 The Delta Optimist A11 Letters to the Editor
Consumption tax like HST will take more money out of the pockets of the wealthy
Editor: Re: Everybody hates it not a valid reason, Nov 24 Maybe Thomas Falcone would find the HST less “morally amiss” if he took the time to understand the application of this tax before embarking on a journey to distribute misinformation and fan the flames of discontent. His comparison of two consumers purchasing an appliance for $500, where one has an income $10,000 a year and the other has an income of $100,000 a year, is a fabrication of facts and complete distortion of how the HST affects the lower
income earner. The fact is, before the HST, both consumers would indeed pay equal amounts of tax on this purchase in the form of PST and GST totaling $60. With the implementation of the HST, both consumers once again pay equal amounts of tax but the person making $10,000 a year now receives a HST rebate of $230 a year. The net price of the appliance is now $330 or 41 per cent off! The reason “everybody hates it” is because most people don’t understand it. Spreading misinformation
only ads to the confusion. A consumption tax such as the HST receives more revenue from those that consume. Those that make more money tend to consume more things. Wealthy people can avoid taxes but won’t avoid consumption. I have some advice for Falcone: If you want to succeed in life, you have to get your facts straight before making your opinions public. If, on the other hand, you wish to pursue a career as a politician, join one of the mainstream political parties and continue shooting from the hip. Mike Anderson
Business ensures neighbours make it out safely during fire
Editor: I am a resident of Tsawwassen Manor apartments on 16th Avenue. On Tuesday at approximately 10:30 a.m., there was banging on my door while I was getting ready for work. I was drying my hair at the time so did not respond immediately. Then I heard the fire alarm in our building. I put my head outside my apartment and a neighbour said, “There’s a fire, get your stuff and get out!” It turns out there was a fire on the third floor of the building. A resident had a
Never know what you might see on snow walk
Editor: Some would have called it a blizzard, some would have called it cold, and it was all that, but we called it beautiful. Thursday morning my wife Vivian, her friend Linda and I went for a walk. We started out on the foot of 12th Avenue and headed towards Centennial Beach.
Yes, it was blowing and snowing, but it put colour into our faces and a spark into our eyes. And while traipsing along we noticed a bald eagle, up in a tree, pecking away at something. Next thing another eagle came, flying very low, almost over my wife’s head, heading for eagle one. Well, eagle one saw him
coming and was not having eagle two steal any of this kill, so took off straight for the intruder. He chased him away and went back to whatever he had wedged in between two branches and continued his breakfast. How many people are able to witness something like this? I think we are the luckiest people in the world. Peter A. Jensen
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burning pot, I believe, and threw it out on the deck in a panic. Randy Scott from Randy’s Excel Tire had seen the smoke from the third floor. He and his colleague Colin raced over and started shouting fire and sounding the alarm. No one would listen. He wanted to get into the building and was frustrated when people were not leaving the building. No one would let him in, but he wanted to come into the building and make sure people were safe. I personally saw him in the parking lot talking to
people and making sure everyone was safe and OK. I feel he was a great neighbour, a good person and a real hero. He is a great businessperson and I was amazed by his caring. He had supplied me with snow tired a few days ago and made a point of coming up to me and asking if I was OK. I think this is a great Christmas spirit story in a time when no one wants to get involved. The fire was contained and no one was hurt. The street was closed for a brief period. Jennifer Davies
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Parking around the civic precinct in Ladner could become even more limited. Concerns were raised at Delta council this week about what will happen when the Delta Sports Development Centre opens in a few months. Construction of the gymnastics facility has already resulted in a loss of parking. Many wanting to go to the Ladner Leisure Centre and the adjacent Delta Hospice centre are already parking on the streets, but the availability of parking on Clarence Taylor Crescent and Mountain View Boulevard could become even tougher to find if the Fraser Health Authority is eventually successful in implementing pay parking at Delta Hospital. At a recent public meeting, FHA CEO Dr. Nigel Murray pointed out Delta is the only community in the health region not to allow pay parking at its hospital, resulting in an estimated revenue loss of about $440,000 for the region. Murray said he’s hoping both sides can find “mutually agreeable solutions.” Health region officials were told at a recent meet-
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Spots can be hard to come by these days in the Ladner Leisure Centre parking lot. ing with Delta councillors the municipality doesn’t want to change its bylaw prohibiting pay parking, however, that doesn’t seem to be the end of the issue. During the council discussion about parking concerns, it was noted by at least one councillor they hoped the parking situation at the hospital could be worked out with the FHA, although there wasn’t any further elaboration. All an FHA spokesperson would tell the Optimist is the region is working with the municipality and is funding a study of parking demand in the area. There was no timeline given when that study is to be completed.
Coun. Scott Hamilton said Delta remains resistant to introducing pay parking at the hospital for several reasons, including the spillover onto adjacent streets. “Let’s put it this way, it’s in the hands of the Fraser Health Authority. Essentially, they would have to come to Delta council and we would have to amend the bylaw we have right now which prohibits pay parking in the community. How they choose to proceed with that, I have no idea at this point,” Hamilton said. “We did have discussions with them and I think they got the message from us that we have very serious concerns about the situation
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and the inevitable spillover which will put more pressure on the civic precinct.” Hamilton added, “We’ve got the (Ladner Exchange) bus loop down the street, we’ve got the parks and rec facilities, we’ve got city hall ... there are issues but it’s solely in the hands of Fraser Health and they’ll just have to present a case.” As far as the parking situation at the leisure centre once the gymnastics building opens, parks and recreation director Ken Kuntz told council some solutions are being explored. He said there’s a possibility of creating 40 to 45 new parking stalls around the leisure centre that would help alleviate the pressure.
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November 27, 2010 The Delta Optimist A13
Delta supports composting initiative
Municipality gives its stamp of approval to East Ladner operation’s application to process civic green waste represents a big shift in the relationship between the municipality and Goodwin’s company, which five years earlier had to defend its operation after Delta filed a complaint with the Farm Industry Review Board. Delta alleged West Coast Instant Lawns was not running a normal farm business due to the composting operation. Complaints flooded municipal hall and Metro
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Delta has moved a step closer to a deal with an East Ladner turf and composting business. Civic politicians have agreed to support an application for a compositing facility licence by West Coast Instant Lawns’ subsidiary company, EnviroSmart Organics Ltd., to Metro Vancouver. Earlier this year the company presented a proposal to Delta that would see the 72nd Street facility process municipal green waste such as yard and grass clippings. As well, the deal would provide residents free dumping of green waste, while the company would also provide Delta a reduced price for topsoil purchases. In order to be authorized to accept organic municipal solid waste, a regional district compost facility licence is required. According to Delta staff, as long as the material does not come from municipal sources, Metro Vancouver has limited authority over the Enviro-Smart facility. A civic report notes a condition of the licence is for the facility not to operate in a manner that generates odour to an extent it causes a nuisance or adversely affects the surrounding area. The application identifies the facility’s capacity to
Vancouver in the summer of 2007 when the company accepted a large quantity of chicken manure that resulted in an overwhelmingly pungent odour throughout Ladner, prompting the regional district to issue an air pollution abatement order. Goodwin later said he no longer accepts the chicken manure and the facility has undergone significant upgrades to contain smells.
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West Coast Instant Lawns owner Daryl Goodwin’s relationship with Delta council has improved considerably since 2007 when municipal hall was flooded with complaints over odours emanating from the East Ladner operation. be 100,000 wet tonnes (the equivalent of 19,000 dry tonnes) of mixed organic waste from both agricultural and municipal sources. The application notes the materials would be fruit and vegetables, horse manure, source separated food waste, processed fruit, wood waste and grass clippings. Materials excluded include fish waste, chicken manure and hatchery waste,
items that have caused odour issues in the past. Last year approximately 38,000 wet tonnes of organic waste were recovered at the facility and the company says it does not expect a large increase in the throughput. Municipal environment manager Mike Brotherston told Delta council it was made clear the municipality does not want the operation
to become a regional facility for composting waste. Delta has asked the licence be issued for a one-year term with a future term or extension subject to municipal approval. Following the council meeting, company owner Daryl Goodwin did not want to comment, other than to say he was pleased, but said it’s only a first step. The emerging partnership
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Not much unlike the futuristic Star Wars story, there is the struggle for power and control known as the “Currency Wars” taking place today. In the case of the Chinese and US currency war, there is a massive trade and investment imbalance between the two countries. Since the renminbi (Chinese Yuan) is fixed to the US dollar, how will the markets force a correction of the imbalance? As money flows into China, China must let inflation run rampant; as money leaves the US, the US must let deflation run rampant. Today we are seeing exactly what the markets require: China is inflating while the US is deflating. The problem is that neither country wants to do what the markets require. China is fighting inflation and the US is fighting deflation. The US Feds are mandated to fight deflation and maximize employment and therefore cannot allow market forces to push the US into deflation and depression and certainly the US public does not want a depression. Unfortunately, the US fiscal policy with its emphasis on consumption and employment encourages wasteful habits and excessive debt. Fixed exchange rates, which are just a form of government intervention in the ebbs and flows of international commerce and finance, always lead to problems and crisis. In Greece, they are stuck in a fixed rate exchange system that does not allow them to devalue their currency. They must deflate about 30% to make itself competitive within the European Union (EU) system if you consider the labour costs. Since the US can no longer lower interest rates to counteract an economic slump, they do not want to consider the issue of a fixed exchange rate. So if neither China nor the US wants to bow to the market’s discipline, something else has to give. Enter the fixed exchange rate ... What a vicious circle. The renminbi needs to rise substantially, which will keep a lid on inflation in China, and the dollar needs to decline substantially, which will raise inflation in the US. If after a renminbi revaluation the US foreign trade sector improves and makes a net contribution to the US GDP, the Fed will find itself in a happy position to entertain an exit strategy. Until then, I expect the US dollar to weaken further while our Canadian buck gains strength. This can only bring about a greater opportunity for us to invest in the US & Globally with our stronger currency For more information, call Jeff personally at 604-940-8617 or email: Jeff@GreenfeldFinancial.com. This article was prepared by Jeff Greenfeld, CFP® a Registered Investment Advisor with Dundee Securities Corporation, a DundeeWealth Inc. company. This is not an official publication of Dundee Securities and the author is not a Dundee Securities analyst and the views (including any recommendations) expressed in this article are those of the author alone, and they have not been approved by, and are not necessarily those of Dundee Securities Corporation.
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A14 The Delta Optimist November 27, 2010 Business
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Thursday December 2, 2010 7:00 pm 2nd Fl Boardroom, Metro Vancouver Head Office, 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C. Greater Vancouver Regional District Regional Growth Strategy Bylaw No. 1136, 2010 (the Bylaw) proposes a new regional growth strategy which will apply to all lands within the boundaries and jurisdiction of the Greater Vancouver Regional District. Copies of the Bylaw and the supporting documentation may be inspected at the Information Centre, Metro Vancouver Head Office, 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C., during regular office hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays, and at www.metrovancouver.org. All persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw will be given an opportunity to speak at the Public Hearing. Pursuant to the Local Government Act, the Chair of the Public Hearing may establish procedural rules for the conduct of the Public Hearing. Each person wishing to speak at the Public Hearing will be asked to register their name on the speakers list available at the Public Hearing, and will be called upon to speak in numerical order. Speakers will be limited to a maximum time of five minutes unless otherwise determined by leave of the Chair. Written submissions are encouraged and may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing. Written submissions must be received no later than 12:00 noon on Tuesday, November 23, 2010 or can be submitted in person at the Public Hearing. Please send submissions to the attention of Paulette Vetleson, Corporate Secretary: BY MAIL: Metro Vancouver, 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C., V5H 4G8 BY FAX: 604-451-6686 or by EMAIL: PublicHearing@metrovancouver.org Please note that the Greater Vancouver Regional District Board will not accept written or oral representations after the Public Hearing has concluded. For further information about the Bylaw please contact Jason Smith, Regional Planner at 778-452-2690 or jason.smith@metrovancouver.org. Paulette Vetleson, Corporate Secretary.
Hundreds expected to protest rate undercutting BY
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Truck drivers from across the Lower Mainland are heading to Delta today for a rally. Organized by Vancouver Container Truckers Association Local 2006, which represents the largest group of container truck drivers at Lower Mainland ports, the rally hopes to bring attention to changes made by Port Metro Vancouver the union says undermine stability at ports. Gavin McGarrigle said changes made in recent years have not stopped rate undercutting and “a vicious race to the bottom.” McGarrigle said this week the union is expecting hundreds of truckers to converge at the pullout on Highway 91 north between Highway 10 and 64th Avenue. The port authority and the provincial government made some changes in 2005 after a major labour disruption. At that time, Port Metro Vancouver terminals, including Deltaport, saw a massive withdrawal of service by 1,200 owner-opera-
tors in protest of working conditions and a “race to the bottom” on rates. The dispute disrupted port operations for several weeks. As a result, the federal government amended regulations to set up a licensing system with benchmark and minimum rates. McGarrigle said Port Metro Vancouver has continued too impose regulations and restrictions on truck drivers under the licensing system with little consultation. “They have the power to make up any rule they want,” he said. The union is also upset that Port Metro Vancouver has lifted a ban on new company driver licences. McGarrigle said this action will lead to more trucks, less work and fewer owner-operators. “That was the whole point of the licensing system,” he said. As well, starting in April 2011, the port will be able to ban trucks based solely on their age. “This will increase costs to owner-operators while the rest of the truck indus-
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$750 for the Delta Hospital Foundation,” said Dhiman. “But this year we doubled that. The response was overwhelming and the generosity of the kids was astounding. One child donated the money he was to receive for his candy to the hospital, rather than keeping it for himself.” This fundraising initiative was all in the name of cavity prevention. Dhiman wanted to send a positive message to Delta’s kids and encourage fewer sugary snacks, and with 210 pounds of candy collected, that message appears to be working.
“Oral health is important at all ages. Regular visits to a dental office starting at an early age and cutting back on one’s consumption of sweets can prevent problems later in life,” said Dhiman. Dhiman and staff would like to thank Ladner Safeway for donating the use of a scale during this event. The candy collected during the campaign has been donated to Monarch House in New Westminster and the Attire Women’s Resource Society in South Surrey, which are both shelters for women and their children.
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A16 The Delta Optimist November 27, 2010 In the Community
Warder just can’t stop writing Tsawwassen author isn’t letting health problems prevent her from publishing 23rd book DAVE WILLIS
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Marie Warder (sitting) at a past book signing at Albany Books in Tsawwassen. The local author will be releasing her 23rd book in early December. “It’s a very strange thing. Sometimes it’s as if my battery just goes flat,” she said, adding she’s not depressed and tries to keep busy when she’s awake. Warder, who came to Canada in the late 1970s, was originally commissioned to write the Penny book for ESL students. It contained an English/ Afrikaans glossary and comprehension questions.
The new version has “quite a lot of difference in it,” including additional characters. “I really felt I should put a lot of things right,” she said. “I thought I wouldn’t like to die until I did something with it. So that’s what I did.” The story follows Penny Brand, a 16-year-old who’s accepted for training as a journalist on the staff of
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desire to write some more is there.” Warder described herself as a compulsive writer and recalls being excited every time one of her books was released, knowing she’d get to start working on another story. She does plan to keep blogging. One of the issues she’s written about online is hemochromatosis, a genetic disorder that results in iron overload. She wrote a non-fiction book, The Bronze Killer, on the topic and lost her husband Tom to complications from hemochromatosis in 1992. She also founded the Canadian Hemochromatosis Society in 1982. Penny of the Morning Star, which is part of Warder’s Stories from South Africa Series, is set to come out in early December and will be available at Albany Books in Tsawwassen. Warder usually does book signing events at the local bookstore but isn’t sure she’ll have one to mark this latest release.
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November 27, 2010 The Delta Optimist A17 In the Community
There is a Christmas event for everyone at the Tsawwassen Library over the coming weeks. The following is a list of activities: Christmas Storytime Children two to five years old and their parents/caregivers are invited to enjoy some Christmas-y books, songs, felt stories and puppets. Friday, Dec. 3, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Christmas Babytime A Christmas-themed Babytime where little ones, newborn to 23 months will enjoy some festive stories, songs, felt stories and puppets. Monday, Dec. 6, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Antarctic Adventure with Ursula Easterbrook Wednesday, Dec. 8, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Puppet Show —
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What do you want for Christmas? Children will answer gifts — lots of them. Adults begin to moan the tired litany of things to do, people to see and places to be that will leave them a depleted shell of their former self by Dec. 25. It’s especially the case for women as culture has deemed you the “Christmas magicians” — upon your shoulders lay the heavy burden of creating the “magic” for everyone. We set goals and realistic outcomes in almost every endeavour except Christmas? Each year the vortex sucks us in, spins us around and before we know it — Bob’s your uncle and Christmas ends leaving us with turkey bones, a dead tree and balled wrapping paper. We ask: Why did we do it this way again? We got what we asked for and
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LAST WEEK’S ANSWER tween S and SE CLUES DOWN 1. Many backs 2. Fits over eye 3. Grew into 4. A great rani 5. ____ and Andy, radio & TV show 6. Seamen 7. Pauses 8. Radioactivity unit 9. Mined metal mineral 11. Immediate memory 13. First king of Israel 16. Not awake 18. Summarized 21. Larry & Curly's sidekick 24. At the peak 26. Mix with a spoon 27. God of sky (Scandinavian) 29. Astronaut 30. Puts together in time
34. Legal document issued by a court 35. Religious beads 36. B. Fuller's dome 37. ____ Alto, California city 38. Largest continent's inhabitants 39. Ed Murrow's employer 43. Removes writing 44. Abundant wealth 46. Actor ___ Norton 47. Near in space or time 50. To state as an opinion 52. Ancient Biblical region 53. ____ Turner, rock singer 55. Am. ornithologists' journal 56. Bring to a conclusion 57. Br. dominion over India
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George Francis Ellenton (right) will be singing Frank Sinatra tunes at an upcoming show with the Delta Concert Band in Ladner. The event will also serve as a tribute to Edgar Dunning (above).
Festive concert to honour Dunning BY
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DAVE WILLIS
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n upcoming Christmas concert will also serve as a tribute to Edgar Dunning. The Delta Concert Band and singer George Francis Ellenton will be performing at the show, set for next Friday at Ladner’s Genesis Theatre. Dunning, who passed away last month at 100, had a long history with the local music group. “He was involved in the formation of the group back in 1964 and was a playing member for many years,” says conductor Jim Tempest. He said Dunning, a longtime newspaper man and historian, kept coming to rehearsals until about a year before his death. “He was always pushing and advocating for the group and encouraging, all of those
things that were part of his personality, he brought to Delta Concert Band as well,” says Tempest. “He did a lot to try and raise the profile of the group within the business community in Ladner and Delta as a whole.” Dunning, a highly respected figure in the community, accumulated many honours during his life such as the first Freedom of the Municipality in 2004 as well as Citizen of the Year and a lifetime achievement award from the Delta Chamber of Commerce. This year he received a B.C. Community Achievement Award and the B.C. and Yukon Community Newspapers Association’s Eric Dunning Integrity Award. Tempest said a wide selection of Christmas tunes are planned for the concert. The band will also be doing a set of Frank Sinatra songs with Ellenton.
“They’ve put some really great arrangements together,” says Ellenton. “It’s going to sound really great. I’m just thrilled to be performing with 38 pieces on stage.” Ellenton, who does a Frankly Yours tribute act, says he’s a lifelong Sinatra fan. “Sinatra, to me, is one of the great male vocalists. The man had so much style when he sang, the way he phrased, his breath control,” he says. “Even in his boozing and smoking days in Vegas ... he could still carry a phrase like nobody else could.” Ellenton, who now lives in North Delta, retired as director of the Delta Academy of Dance in 2007. Sinatra, a member of the Rat Pack, had hits like My Way, New York, New York and Fly Me to the Moon. He’s been described as the “consummate American popular vocalist” and in addition to winning multiple
Grammy Awards, he was also a successful actor. Proceeds from the show will go to the Roberts Bank Lifeboat Delta Society, a local marine search and rescue group. Funds will be used for fuel, training, equipment, maintenance and, ultimately, a replacement boat, said lifeboat crewman Chris Scurr. The group also performs boating safety checks. The concert is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3 at Genesis Theatre. Seating starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each. Tickets are available by calling 604-946-7641 or at the Telus stores in Ladner and Tsawwassen, Grapes 4U in Ladner, Glacier Beer & Wine Makers in Ladner and Ladner Cruise & Travel Centre. Some tickets will also be available at the door.
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seems like authentic tortoise language. Oddly at first seems merely eccentric. She overreacts to what she perceives as a security breach on her flight home, which might just reflect a common fear of flying. We soon learn, however, that fear is her prime motivator. The universe is not a safe place for Oddly, and she is constantly (and exhaustingly) vigilant for threats to her safety and to the security of her family, her community and the world in general. Her Uncle Toby, supposedly a protector but struggling with demons of his own, says, “Fear is a mark of insufficient curiosity.” That realization does not help either of them much. Although a story about loss and grief, Come, Thou Tortoise is also funny — sometimes laugh-out-loud funny. Grant displays the
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“Everything I need is everywhere I need it.” That Zen-like declaration sold me. Strangely, it could also be used to express the theme of this novel by young Newfoundland author Jessica Grant. We meet the narrator, Audrey Flowers, at a time of crisis: her father is gravely ill, and she is heading from her current digs in Oregon to the family home in St. John’s. She needs a lot: information, comfort, protection, answers. Audrey’s nickname is Oddly, and we soon learn why. She has a pet tortoise named Winnifred — more like a foster-pet actually, left by a previous tenant in her apartment. In fact, Winnifred narrates part of the story, and this element of the novel could have been a disaster, but it’s not: Grant has, astonishingly, found a way to see the world as only a tortoise can, and to express it in what
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A24 The Delta Optimist November 27, 2010
Sidewalk Clearing
Delta Community Update November 2010
We would like to remind commercial property and business owners
Message from Mayor Jackson and Delta Council
adjacent to your property to ensure the safety of pedestrians. We also request the assistance of residential property owners to clear snow from sidewalks abutting their property. While clearing sidewalks, please do not push snow onto the street as snow equipment may plow the snow back onto the sidewalk area.
Be a Good Neighbour! During the snowy weather, remember to help out neighbours, friends and family who may not be able to clear their driveway or sidewalk and offer to run errands.
Are you Prepared? Having the correct tires for your specific driving needs can make driving in winter conditions less stressful. Consult your local tire retailer to Front row: Cllr. Heather King, Mayor Lois E. Jackson, Cllr. Anne Peterson Back row: Cllrs Scott Hamilton, Ian Paton, Robert Campbell and Bruce McDonald
ensure your vehicle is prepared for the winter season. For more information on Delta’s Snow/Ice Clearing policy, helpful tips and snow operations updates, visit www.corp.delta.bc.ca/snow
Winter Season Preparedness – Delta’s Snow & Ice Control Operations
Holiday Hours of Operation Due to the holiday season, Delta Municipal Hall will be closed the following days: • Friday December 24 • Monday December 27 • Tuesday December 28 • Monday January 3
Delta Parks, Recreation and Culture Facilities All facilities will be closed on Christmas Day, December 25th. Hours The recent cold winter weather conditions are expected to continue with higher than normal snowfall accumulations this season. Delta’s Engineering Operations has been actively preparing for the winter season. A Winter Road Conditions phone line (604) 952-3820 and web page (www. corp.delta.bc.ca/snow) have been established to provide current information on Delta’s snow response operations.
of operation from December 26 to January 1 will vary at each facility – please check the facility schedules for holiday hours and activity schedules at www.corp.delta.bc.ca/schedules or call (604) 952-3000.
2011 Garbage & Recycling Collection Calendar
Operations staff monitor Delta’s road network for hazardous conditions arising from snow/ice during regular working hours and the Delta Police monitor conditions after hours. During snow/ice conditions, roads are cleared on the following three tier priority basis: • First Priority: Public transit routes, major collectors, select school access roadways and some roads in hilly areas. • Second Priority: Secondary through roads in residential areas and school bus routes. • Third Priority: Minor residential streets and cul-desacs. Work is carried out on a site-specific basis.
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The 2011 curbside collection calendar will be mailed to every household in mid December. The calendar includes the collection schedule for garbage, recycling, yard trimmings and spring clean-up along with guidelines, composting and alternate disposal information.
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Reduce your Holiday Waste this Season Free Christmas Concert
up as garbage? The best way to reduce garbage this holiday season is not to create it in the first place. Eliminate wasteful wrapping and packaging and don’t be so quick to throw stuff away. For‘low waste’holiday tips visit www.corp.delta.bc.ca/ xmastips
December 14 7-9:30 pm Celebrate the holidays with live performances of your favourite Christmas tunes by the Delta Music Makers and Delta Concert Band. This event will be held at Ladner’s Genesis Theatre. Admission is free and donations to the food bank will be gratefully accepted.
Annual Christmas Tree Chipping – January 8 & 9, 2011 Wondering what to do with your Christmas tree once the needles are gone and the holidays are over? For a small donation, the Lions Club will chip your tree into useful mulch which will be used for building trails and other horticultural and agricultural purposes in Delta. It is
Winter Wonderland at South Delta Recreation Centre
a great way to keep trees out of the
December 28 to January 1
landfill. For more information, visit
Take your family for a skate through winter wonderland – the
www.corp.delta.bc.ca/events
rink is transformed into an old fashioned skating pond with an
Christmas trees may also be put out as yard waste on your collection day. Please cut large trees in half so they are easier for our collection crews to handle. Another option is to take your tree to the Vancouver Landfill for composting. The composting
outdoor forest and sleigh! Everyone is welcome for skates from 10 am-12 pm, 1:30-5 pm and 6-8 pm. Public admission rates apply December 28 – 31. Admission is free for the New Year’s Day Skate from 2-6 pm on January 1.
facility is located at 5400 – 72nd Street in Delta.
Upcoming Holiday Season Events Delta is offering a number of family friendly events this holiday season including:
Polar Bear Swim January 1 Registration at noon; Swim at 1pm Start the year with a dip into the chilly ocean at Boundary Bay Regional Park with 300 or more intrepid adventurers. Spectators
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are welcome to cheer on swimmers braving the cold! Children
December 4 & December 11 9-11 am
can participate in a scavenger hunt and other fun activities.
Join us at the North Delta Recreation Centre on December 4th and the South Delta Recreation Centre on December 11th, for
For a full listing of events, times and locations visit
children’s crafts, face painting and a visit with Santa and Mrs.
www.corp.delta.bc.ca/events
Claus. Don’t miss this popular event, tickets sell out fast and must be purchased in advance! To register, call (604) 952-3000.
Delta Community Update November 2010
How much of what you give will end
Please forward any questions or comments to the Chief Administrative Officer, George V. Harvie at cao@corp.delta.bc.ca or by mail to: The Corporation of Delta, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2
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Kit’s life, too. Evening performances, at 7 p.m., are scheduled for Dec. 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9 and 10. Matinees, at 2 p.m., will be staged Dec. 4, 5 and 11. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and students (12 to 18), and $8 for children under 12. There’s a special family package (two adults/two children) for $48. For tickets call 604-2882415.
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right berries are the next best thing to sunshine on grey fall days and the feasting birds that berries attract to gardens add an extra dimension of joy and beauty. By planting bird-friendly varieties of shrubs and trees, we can prolong the avian show well into winter. There’s a bit of noble sacrifice involved when gardeners put in these plantings because the birds are quick to gobble down whatever berries are ready to be eaten. Some favourites vanish well before Christmas. Others remain for months until frost makes them sweet and soft enough to be appealing to birds. Freezing temperatures makes some human food more appealing as well. This is true of parsnips, Brussel sprouts and raddichio, all tastier after frost. Birds ensure that pyracantha berries are among the first to vanish in the feeding frenzy. This is one of the most flamboyant of berrying shrubs with dense clusters of orange, red or sometimes yellow berries. Its only serious downside is long, needle-like thorns. Being evergreen, pyracantha has a year-round presence in gardens and in spring is covered with clusters of white cup-like blooms that draw many pollinators. It grows well in moist, well-drained soil and can handle some shade. Hot, dry situations don’t suit it at all. Gardeners who want to keep their pyracantha berries intact for longer than average should choose the yellow-berried cultivars. Golden holly berries also tend to remain untouched. That’s because birds are drawn to fruit colours that are familiar to them, almost invariably red or orange. Another bird favourite, which also sports wicked one-inch (2.5-cm) thorns, is
the native Black Hawthorn (Crataegus douglasii). This displays spectacular clusters of white flowers in spring and dense clusters of red fruit in fall. It’s equally tolerant of dry or moist soil. Cotoneaster is thornless and far easier on sensitive fingers. In spring, bees feast on the nectar in its white flowers and in fall birds gorge themselves on the small, red berries. There are many species. One of the most popular is the evergreen, mounding ground-cover Cotoneaster dammeri, which has deep green leaves speckled with red fruits in fall. Also frequently seen is C. horizontalis, which has stiff, deciduous branches angled like fish bones and capable of growing usefully flat against walls. In November each branch is thick with fiery red berries. This cotoneaster is hardy and handles partial shade well, though it produces fewer berries there. One of the most startling bird circuses happens when the mountain ash (Sorbus aucuparia) ripens its red or orange fruit in fall. Birds start by efficiently gobbling mountain ash berries, but a week or so later as the remaining fruit ferments, they become drunk and disorderly, fighting, flying erratically and crashing into windows. More bird acrobatics take place after frost when the pink fruit of the spindleberry tree (Euonymus europea) split open revealing orange seeds within. Because the fruit clusters hang downward on very thin branches, the towhees are forced into some unlikely maneuvers, including hanging upside down. Though most berrying hollies have become thoroughly unwelcome due to their invasiveness, their fruit is valuable wildlife food. In late fall, hungry bears sometimes eat holly berries. Birds usually wait until January when nothing else is available, then begin feasting in great numbers. Anne Marrison is happy to answer garden questions. Send them to her via amarrison@shaw.ca.
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Caring for animals at Karanambu Remote outpost in South American hinterland home to variety of creatures THERESA STORM Postmedia News
“Buddy, BuuuddyBuuuddyBuuuddy, Buddy,” Diane McTurk calls from a sandbank, shielding her eyes from the glaring sun while scanning the shallow, muddy waters of Guyana’s Rupununi River. Sighting the shiny brown creature playing happily upstream with a gaggle of near-naked Amerindian children, McTurk clucks, “My baby, darling, my pride.” Obediently, blind Buddy heads in the direction of McTurk’s welcoming voice and is scooped into her nurturing arms. “My love bug,” she murmurs, rubbing his wet, velvety, wriggling body. Buddy is a one-year-old orphaned giant river otter, coined a “water dog” by local Makushi Indians deep in this South American hinterland, one of the last bastions for the endangered
mammal. The largest of the otter species, estimates peg 45 wild otters living in several family groups along this stretch of the Rupununi. His morning play, hunt and meal time over, he follows McTurk, like a faithful dog, up the riverbank and along the forested trail home to Karanambu Ranch, with his affection for his adoptive mom evident. Karanambu is a southern Guyanese cattle ranch turned eco-lodge and the ancestral home of McTurk, famed for rehabilitating orphaned and injured giant river otters. Although too modest to say, filmmakers such as National Geographic and BBC have featured McTurk. Though Buddy is the only orphan in residence when we visit, she often cares for more. Over the years, McTurk has helped 47 otters brought to her from folks in surrounding communities. A specially designed
means he will not stand a chance. This remote outpost, where life is a chore the likes of longago pioneers, is a surprising place to find a 70-somethingor-so unmarried woman, never mind in charge. However, McTurk, ever the quintessential lady thanks to her upbringing in Britain, is singularly dedicated and fiercely PHOTO BY THERESA STORM determined to Blind giant river otter Buddy keep both her and his caretaker Diane heritage and her McTurk share some cuddle beloved otters time and play in Guyana’s afloat. Rupununi River near More so, she Karanambu Ranch. has a seldomotter pen, complete with found passion for pool, is Buddy’s current this flourishing, untamed home and will likely remain land, one of the world’s last so. Although McTurk’s goal wildernesses. is to return nursed otters to Guyana, tucked in the wild, Buddy’s blindness northeast South America,
Stacey Greatrex
is the continent’s only English-speaking nation. It borders Venezuela to the west, Brazil to the south, Suriname to the east and the Atlantic Ocean to the north. In the heart of this little-known country, more Caribbean than Latin, the Amazon Basin meets the Guiana Shield, harbouring one of the world’s four remaining large tracts of untouched tropical rainforest. While showing us to our simple clay brick and palmthatched cabana, Pat Rush, an American expat who is McTurk’s no-nonsense right-hand woman, chuckles good-naturedly as she advises what other creatures we might meet: Lizzy, a brown spider on steroids; George, a small “house” snake (both of whom I gratefully do not encounter); Sir Walter Raleigh, a young Tom cat; and Osama bin Bandit, “the terrorist of Karanambu.” Another orphan, Bandit is a mischievous rac-
coon and a strange looker, nothing like the common raccoon back home. His species, the crab-eating raccoon, is much shorterfurred, rust-chested and bigger-pawed, nicknamed “raccoon dog” because of its long legs. After a lively candlelit, family-style dinner in the open-air, hammockswagged main ranch house, presided over by storytelling McTurk, nocturnal Bandit escapes from his pen and engages us in a lively game of chase. Before bed, Rush deals with a multi-legged centipede – poisonous, I think – on the veranda outside our cabana by whacking it with her shoe. Then honeymooner Edwin d’Haens urgently fetches our hostesses to deal with a scorpion under wife Ellen’s pillow. Welcome to the untamed wilderness. Perhaps one more of McTurk’s famous passion fruit rum punches before sleep.
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#103-4926 48TH AVE. LADNER
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IMMACULATE TOWNHOUSE! 3 bedroom, 3 baths, single garage with workshop area + attic storage. 10' ceilings, crown moldings, in floor heat. Great front & back private patios. Walk to everything.
$468,800 RE/MAX Progroup Realty #100-5000 Bridge St. Ph: 604-946-8000 “Let us help you every step of the way”
Bright spacious two bedroom suite overlooking Memorial Park on sunny side of the building. Nicely appointed with gas fireplace and insuite laundry. Great kitchen with window facing the park. Rainscreened corner unit on the top floor. Hurry on this one and stroll to the Ladner Village in seconds.
#60 - 18707 65TH AVENUE, CLOVERDALE $339,900
604-786-2890 www.paulaburns.ca Sutton Group West Coast Realty 15595 24th Ave., White Rock, BC
Listed at $339,900.00 - Georgie Award Winner. Lovely 2 bedroom townhouse in the Legends. Enjoy bright spacious bar style kitchen/ dining and living room on the main with sundecks on both sides! Large games/media or 3rd bedroom down with sliders to treed rear yard. Newer stainless appliance package and modern paint colors. This bright and cheery home is great for entertaining and offers a clubhouse with gym, full kitchen, pool table, fireside lounge and hot tub!
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OPEN SUNDAY 2-4PM #312 – 4989 47TH AVE, LADNER
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ONLY 2 HOMES LEFT - LAST CHANCE TO BUY
4872 and 4876 53rd Street Ladner
OPEN SUNDAY 2-4pm Beautifully crafted new home right in the heart of charming Ladner. Over 2,500 SF of luxury living space featuring 4 large bedrooms + den w/frosted sliding doors, 3 bathrooms, 2 gas fireplaces, functional designer kitchen w/stainless steel appliance package including side-by-side fridge, gas stove & dishwasher, side-by-side washer & dryer. Elegant finishings including crown mouldings, premium laminate & tile flooring, granite counters & modern fixtures. Double garage, stone patio & large fenced yard add to the long list of features. Centrally located, close to shopping & transit routes.
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Choir group brings Noel to all of Delta The popular 24-voice Delta Sings choir will be presenting its Christmas concert, Noël, in all three local communities. With performances planned for Ladner, Tsawwassen and North Delta, it will be easier for locals to enjoy some wellperformed seasonal music close to home. The concerts, conducted by John Trepp, will feature a selection of joyful music for the season, complete with sing-a-long Christmas favourites and songs such as Carol of the Bells, African Noël, Carolling Carolling, and The Huron Carol, Small groups and soloists add diversity to Delta Sings’ concert programs. Three of the men will perform the very popular, When a Child Is Born. A duet will sing O Holy Night (Cantique de Noël), and another will present Gesu Bambino. The three concerts are:
Asking Price Price $699,900 $729,000 #8-5511 48B Ave Asking
If you are looking for a great family home which is centrally located and within easy walking who distance Investors or families are to schools....then look no further! This looking for a solid well built 3200 six bedroom home has plenty of sq ft home should act quickly as room for a growing family (3200 sqft) this six and an bedroom amazing home park is likenow south priced $30,000 its tax facing backyard.under Other features assessed4value. Other features include: full bathrooms, hardwood include: amazing floors, 3 car garage,south built facing in vacuum, backyard, triple garage, hot water hot water heating, gas fireplaces, heat recovery ventilator, new skylights, hot water heat, hardwood floors, 4 tankbathrooms, and skylights. addition, this has a ventilator, large gamesbuilt roominonvacuum, the upper floor which cantank also full gasInfireplaces, heathome recovery new hot water be accessed by aisrear This Call home offerstoextremely good value viewing. as it is now priced under and this home onlydeck/stairs. 12 years old. today book your private its tax assessment. Call today to book your private viewing!
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• 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 2, McKee Seniors’ Recreation Centre, Ladner • 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 5, Tsawwassen United Church, Tsawwassen • 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, St. Cuthbert’s Anglican Church, North Delta Tickets are $10. Advance
tickets are available from South Coast Casuals, Delta Community Music School and Tsawwassen Cleaners. For more information, call 604-946-9124. Delta Sings, which was formed last year, is a member of the Delta Community Music School.
Asking Price $599,900 Wow.......have a brand new 3 bedroom detachedBrand home inNew West House Ladner for only
Wow.......have a brand new $599,900 (includes HST3 bedroom and Newdetached Home home in West Ladner for only Warranty)!!! You decide the$599,900 colour scheme (includes HST and New Home Warranty)!!! You and then you get to enjoy the home when it decide the colour scheme and then you get to is completed. You will love your granite enjoy the home when it is completed. You will countertops, hardwood floors, in floor radilove your granite countertops, hardwood floors, ant heating, gas fireplace, crown moldings in floor radiant heating, gas fireplace, crown and the and self the closing maple maple cabinets in your moldings self closing cabinets gourmet kitchen. This home also comes with in your gourmet kitchen. This home also comes a detached garage which has an additional with a detached garage which has an additional storagearea areafor foryour yourbikes/tools. bikes/tools. today storage CallCall today for for more information. more information.
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Rob Gloor coaches Lorna Clutterham and Rhonda Doram as Delta Sings prepares for its Christmas concert, Noël.
SOLD $989,000
4906 Cedar Crescent
$659,900
SUTTON GROUP - SEAFAIR REALTY
1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen (T) 604.943.3110 (F) 604.943.6155
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Thinking about selling? almost “sold” out and would Delta like to help more25 people Proud 1’m to have been living in South for over yearsmove. Call me!
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S u t t o n G ro u p - Se a f a i r R e a l ty 1 6 2 5 5 6 t h S t reet , Tsa w w a s s e n , B C V 4 L 2 B 2 Te l : 6 0 4 .9 4 3 .3 1 1 0 F a x : 6 0 4 . 9 4 3 . 6 1 5 5 OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 46-5900 FERRY ROAD, LADNER $719,900
OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 5365 CHAMBERLAYNE WAY, LADNER $785,000
OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 2-4 1671 DUNCAN DRIVE, BEACH GROVE $619,000
OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 2-4 5036 1A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN
Chesapeake Landing! Beautiful 9 year old, open concept “Mallard” plan, with 3 bedrooms up. Main floor has vaulted ceilings, maple kitchen overlooking family room and out to private garden. Great complex with pool, clubhouse and caretaker
NO HST! 14 year old one owner home designed and built by Howard Shmid. It is situated on a private park like lot in Victory Estates and offers 3 bedrooms and a games room up plus den on the main. Great price!
Surprise! Beautifully renovated post and beam 3 bedroom rancher situated on a westerly exposed professionally landscaped lot just steps to beach and trails. Open concept plan with new kitchen, and newer bathrooms, windows, roof, furnace. Simply move in and enjoy.
Gorgeous 4100 sq. ft. colonial home off Murphy Drive in Pebble Hill. Situated on a south lot it offers main floor living with family room and games on main and 5 bedrooms (including 2 with full ensuites) and a games room up. Great family home!
OPEN SATURDAY 2-4 5756 GOLDENROD CRES., TSAW $999,900
OPEN BY APPOINTMENT THE ONYX TSAWWASSEN 102 - 1175 55TH ST. - $438,800 201 - 1175 55TH ST. - $429,000
OPEN BY APPOINTMENT 5784 GREENLAND DR., TSAWWASSEN $589,000
OPEN BY APPOINTMENT 3381 RIVER ROAD, LADNER FLOAT HOME REDUCED $648,000
In The Terrace, on a gorgeous corner lot with parks space across the street, 3 bedroom family home with double car garage. Gardeners dream location.
Most beautiful floating home on the river. Designed by award winning architect. 1700 sq. ft. of high end living and almost as much dock, and deck space to enjoy out door living. Location for full on view is amazing. Call for details.
Wonderful farmland and Boundary Bay views from all 3 levels of this 5 bedroom 5400 sq. ft. home in Forest by the Bay. Lots of room for the growing or extended family. Just move in!
2 wonderful floor plans in one of the newer buildings in Tsawwassen. Both have bright open concept granite island kitchens, 9 ft. ceilings. Great rainscreened building 3 minutes to Thrifty’s and the bus stop.
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MY LISTINGS 9525 King George Blvd. Surrey INVESTORS
$534,900
13356 62nd Ave. Surrey Call L.S. for more info.
ALERT! Great investment property for redevelopment. Property is in City Centre Plan with designated zoning for low density. Golden opportunity, bring your offers.
Two level home that has a renovated kitchen. There is granite flooring in the entry and kitchen. You can rent out a 1 or 2 Bdrm suite. Currently 2 Bdrm suite is rented out. Call L.S. for showings.
$899,000
$408,000
12777 58th Ave. Surrey Big beautiful custom home situated on a half acre lot. Big backyard for children and parties. Enough space to fit an outdoor pool in the backyard and still have room for children to play. High ceilings in entry compliment a curved staircase. Spacious bedrooms and upstairs hall overlooks living room.
$599,000
4744 River Road West. Ladner Five bdrm, 3 bath home 9000 sw ft. Big fenced backyard for children to play. Close to schools, shopping and transit. Patio, garage plus single visitor parking. Split entry and basement entry with a guest suite. Playground too.
Lucky Gill
Sales Representative
#217-12837 76 Avenue Surrey, BCV3W 2V3 lucky.gill@century21.ca
14459 105a Ave. Surrey House was a past grow op. House has been remediated and passed. Measurements are approx., buyer to verify if important. Good starter home! Huge lot! Close to shopping and transit. Easy access to Hwy 1. Bring offers because seller wants to sell quick.
$319,000
1102 - 13380 108 Ave. Surrey Beautiful 1 bedroom condo overlooking the Fraser River. A good view of New West. Just steps to the skytrain. Close to transit and shopping. Central location and easy access to Patullo Bridge and Hwy 1. Great unit to buy for college students. Amenities: Exercise Centre, Club House, Elevator, Garden.
Main: 604-599-4888 Fax: 604-507-8851 Cell: 778-990-1763
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fraser elliott
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EXECUTIVE TOWNHOME
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TOP 1% OF ALL REALTORS IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009 Top 5% of all Realtors in Greater Vancouver in 2006, 2007, 2008. 6 yrs of TOP RE/MAX Western Canada Awards dipl. in Marketing Commercial and Residential Real Estate British Columbia Inst. of Tech.
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Stunning town home in sought after gated Bishops Green. Quiet location close to clubhouse on green space and private east patio. Luxury one level living with 35K+ in upgrades. New skylight and accent window. #65-2533 152nd Street-South Surrey
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priced @ $549,900
What a rare opportunity! Westham Island Winery is being offered for sale! 32.63 Acres of assorted mature berries! Beautiful 3,800 sq.ft home built in 1997 + beautiful winery store, large barns, fruit stand, etc! WHAT an OPPORTUNITY! 2170 Westham Island Road-Ladner
priced @ $4,500,000
PENTHOUSE IN RICHMOND
BEAUTIFUL 3 BDRM HOME
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HOT NEW LISTING! Penthouse unit, 940 sq.ft 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, VIEWS OF NORTH SHORE MOUNTAINS, ETC! Walk across the street to Lansdowne Mall or hop on the Canada Line! Balcony, etc! Sought-after Building! #1505-8248 Lansdowne Road-Richmond
Wow! Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 storey home, main !oor down, bedrooms up! Updated bathrooms, laminate !ooring, light "xtures, paint, mouldings, new roof & furnace! Private yard! Walk to historic Ladner Village in 1 minute!!! 4963 Mariner Place-Ladner
ENGLISH BLUFF BUILDING LOT!
BEAUTIFUL 2 BDRM CONDO
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7,400 Sq.ft Rectangular building lot, SUNNY EXPOSURE, VIEWS OVER BOUNDARY BAY from your beautiful new living room! Ready to build! Great opportunity! English Bluff address! Make your dream happen today! BUILDERS 1006 English Bluff Road-Tsawwassen
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Wow! Beautiful 2 bedroom condo in sought-after Fairview 56! High-end "nishings, granite, maple kitchen, mouldings etc! 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, walk to absolutely everything in less than 2 minutes! #207-1375 View Crescent-Tsawwassen
priced @ $333,800
GREAT 2 BEDROOM CONDO
BRAND NEW HOME
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GREAT VALUE! BEAUTIFUL TILED TUB/SHOWER ENSUITE! Laminate and Tile Throughout the Main Living of the Spacious 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bathroom Unit Make Cleaning a Breeze! LARGE PATIO WITH GAS HOOK ETC!
#115-20976 56th Street-Langley
priced @ $199,900
just sold by fraser this week
Absolutely beautiful brand new 3 bedroom home, main !oor living down, bedrooms up. High-end "nishings include granite, hardwood, mouldings, etc! 2 gas "replaces, double garage, good sized South facing sunny yard! Quiet street!
5140 Bentley Lane-Ladner
priced @ $689,900
88 sales by fraser
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Excellent 1 bedroom south facing condo overlooking gardens! Sunny exposure, private deck, totally rainscreened building, 764 sq.ft! Unit is updated and shows great! Don’t miss this one! Check out 360 virtual tour online! B304-4821 53rd Street-Ladner
Wow! Stunning executive home with absolutely breathtaking views! This home can’t be explained with words! Custom built with every option imaginable! 3,640 sq.ft, 3 bedrooms, 3 large covered decks! MORE ONLINE...
DOWNTOWN WHISTLER!
3,000 sq.ft HOME!
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WOW! 2 BDRM HIGH-END CONDO IN THE PAN PACIFIC VILLAGE HOTEL IN WHISTLER! TOP-OF-THE-LINE, 5 STAR HOTEL! INVESTMENT CONDO, FULL FREEHOLD OWNERSHIP, OWNER GETS 56 DAYS OF PERSONAL USAGE! GREAT SPOT!
WOW! UNIQUE! 3,000 sq ft 2 level home in Ladner’s prestigious Arthur Drive! 5 bedrooms, spacious plan, updated w/new paint, mouldings, laminate, bathrooms, landscaping, etc. Beautiful fully self-contained suite
#7716-4299 Blackcomb Wynd-WHISTLER VILLAGE
4651 Arthur Drive-Ladner
priced @ $239,900
priced @ $599,800
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Wow! Absolutely beautiful townhome in sought-after SundiBeautiful 3 bedroom townhome in sought-after Harbour side! Totally renovated new windows, new bathrooms, new al complex. Beautiful new kitchen with stainless appliances, large, extended kitchen, laminate !ooring, etc! This is a real updated bathrooms, !ooring and oak stairs, crown mouldings, paving stoned yard, garden shed! This is a stunning beauty! Don’t miss out! Private yard backing green space. #115-5421 10th Ave-Tsawwassen 4821 Turnbuckle Wynd-Ladner
STUNNING 3 or 4 BDRM T/H!
priced @ $373,000 WESTHAM ISLAND ACREAGE!
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WOW! Don’t miss this one! LARGEST !oor plan in Soughtafter Village Green complex! END UNIT 1,558 sq.ft, 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, this home is immaculate! Ready to move in! Large open plan living and kitchen area!
#30-4787 57th Street-Ladner
priced @ $429,900
Rare! Rare! Rare! Estate-like 3,563 sf home on 3.17 acres in ladner’s best area, Westham Island! Waterfront on canal, direct views over beautiful farmland! Sunsets every night! Double shop, garage, and TRIPLE CARPORT! Paddock! WOW
4485 Tamboline Road-Westham Island-Ladner
reduced to $1,350,000
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BEAUTIFUL 1 BEDROOM UNIT
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fraser outsells the competition every 3.48 days!!! Fraser CURRENTLY RANKS at #7 out of all realtors in GREATER VANCOUVER for total sales in 2010. (Over 6,500 realtors total) That is actually ranking in the TOP 0.3% of ALL realtors in Greater Vancouver!!! Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street
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JUST LISTED! BRAND NEW W/ MASTER ON MAIN FLOOR!
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Ready for immediate occupancy! Built by T.E Andres Homebuilders! Brand new home in Ladner’s sought-after Lynn Place! Move-in anytime! High-end "nishings throughout! Quartz counters, wide-plank hardwood, tile, master bedroom on main, large great room concept! 4 bedrooms plus !ex room! This home will not last! Call today for information!
priced to sell @ $789,900 incl. HST 5240 LYNN PLACE- Ladner Village UPDATED 3 BEDROOM T/H, IN THE HEART OF THE VILLAGE!
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Renovated 3 bedroom townhouse in the heart of historic Ladner Village! 1,524 sf, new kitchen, updated bathrooms, laminate !ooring, paint, etc! Shows great! Private patio! 2 secured parking spots! Walk to Village amenities in 1 minute! Don’t miss it! Low Maintenance fee $107/month. Close to schools, community center, etc!
#1-5078 47A Ave-Ladner priced to sell @ $349,900 WOW! BEAUTY! 3 BDRM HOME YALETOWN STUDIO CONDO
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Absolutely beautiful 3-Bedroom Home in West Ladner! Main 483 sq.ft studio condo, 18th !oor with corridor views, !oor down, bedrooms up! Many updates including new roof, GREAT TROUBLE-FREE Building “THE NOVA” by BOSA. 6 yrs kitchen, appliances, mouldings, paint, landscaping, etc! young, granite counters, hardwood !ooring, murphy bed, Private sunny south-facing rear yard! Double garage, front etc! Great location, great condo. Rents for $1,400/month
5962 49A Ave-Ladner
priced @ $609,900
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I have commercial investment properties listed in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario and Interior of BC. All national tenants, 5 yr triple net leases, prices starting at $495,000. Must have 25% down. Will take trade for tsaw/lad house.
$475,000+
What a beautiful 3 bedroom rancher on prestigious Arthur Drive. Updated with new kitchen, cork !ooring, updated bathrooms, paint, etc! Family room, solarium, bonus games room in loft. Views over farmland & waterway! 4274 Arthur Drive-Ladner
priced @ $579,500
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Build your dream home in the NEW LYNN PLACE SUBDIVISION of EXECUTIVE HOMES! UNBEATABLE LOCATION! Walk to all amenities in a matter of minutes, walk to High School and Elementary Schools in minutes! CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION! QUIET STREET! Don’t miss this! What a wonderful opportunity to build your custom DREAM HOME! COMPETITIVE BUILDING COSTS!!!!! CUSTOMIZE! CUSTOMIZE! CUSTOMIZE!
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Lynn Place-Ladner
ONLY 6 TOWNHOMES LEFT! check out 360 virtual tour @ www.pixilink.com/tours5/5-4766-55b-j 6 brand new townhomes in Ladner’s latest and greatest ‘Manor Gardens’. 3 levels, spacious plans, double garages, high-end "nishings including hardwood, granite, 9’ ceilings on main etc! Private yards, 2-5-10 year national warranties, quality built, 3 bdrms, 3 baths. Call today for an information package. 2 colour schemes available.
Prices starting at $499,900 including HST. 4766 55b Street-In The Heart of Ladner
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450 Shannon Way-Tsaw
#110-4738 53rd Street-Lad
#9-4766 55B Street-Lad
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NEUMEYER, DAVID
Bryan Engler
Bryan Sept. 20, 1985 -Engler Nov. 27, 2005
Sept. 20. 1985 - Nov. 27, 2005 Those we love are never really lost to us we feel them in so many special waysthrough friends they always cared about and dreams they left behind, in beauty that they added to our days... in words of wisdom we still carry with us and memories that never will be gone... Everywhere their special love lives on.
We miss you so much Bryan! Love, Your Family
March 23, 1938 November 20, 2010 Dave leaves his loving wife JoAnne McAllister, sons Tony, Keith and David, sisters Joy Baltzer (Horst), Agnes Boutilier (Barrie), brother Jim, grandchildren Justin, Kristi, Christopher, Chantel, Cortnie and Celene and many dear friends. Dave was a life long avid classic car fan and took great pride in ownership of his beloved 1964 Cadillac Coupe De Ville. Special thanks to Dr. Park, staff at KinVillage Care Home and Delta Hospital for their care, kindness and support. No service by Dave’s request. Donations in Dave’s memory to Delta Hospital, 5800 Mountain View Blvd., Delta, B.C., V4K 3V6 would be greatly appreciated. Delta Funeral Home (604) 946.6040
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JOAN BAIRD
November 28, 1934 – September 25, 2009 Thinking of you on your Birthday, and always. SHE WAS MOM, FARMER GRANDMA, GRANDMA JOAN; She played with us, read to us, did pottery with us, took us for walks, bike rides, tractor rides, wheel barrow rides, skating, to the beach, the park, hotels with a pool, to Disneyland, to Movies, to Canuck Games, and for lunches at McDonalds. She was even known to sit up on the roof with Carlee. There was always fun, and lots of toys at Grandma’s house, gum and candy too. She was always at birthday parties, with a big bag of goodies, and enthusiastically watching any sport we were into. She loved kids, but she also loved hockey, skating, singing, gardening, photography, pottery, soft rocks, talking to people, and people watching. She loved nature and animals, her fish, and feeding the birds. But mostly, she loved all of us. She always felt grateful, and appreciated how lucky she was. We never once heard her feeling sorry for herself, or saying, “why me?” She would say, “everyone has things they have to deal with in life, this is mine.” She was very generous and giving. Always made people feel welcome. She loved to talk to people. Loved being at an event with lots of people. She would bounce from person to person, even people she didn’t know. Her favorite question to people she would meet, “guess how many grandkids I’ve got?” Her 12 grandkids were such an important part of her life. With Grandma, each one of us had someone who was interested in our life, cared what happened to us, wanted the best for us, and loved us unconditionally. We were all so lucky to have her in our life. And as we continue through the rest of our lives, we’ll keep her memory close in our hearts, and remember to be the kind of person she would be proud of, and continue to follow her example of honesty, goodness, optimism, and always finding the joy in life. Be happy, look on the bright side. And now the first Great Grandchild is born. Congratulations Brandon and Jen!! October 5, 2010 - A Baby Girl – Grace Joan Baird. Grandma would be so thrilled.
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HEBB, Caren Susan
WATSON, Donald Gordon
(nee Marsh)
(September 11, 1944 – November 23, 2010)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Don. He passed away on November 23, 2010 after a short battle of sickness. Don was born and raised in Vancouver and attended Mackenzie Elementary School and John Oliver High School. Don worked at the City of Vancouver for 36 years until he retired at the age of 55. He is predeceased by his mother Alice and father Gordon. Don leaves behind wife Lynda, sons Shawn (Andrea) and Brian (Melinda); grandchildren Nicholas, Ryan, Jorja and Mathew, sister Joan, niece Leanne, nephews Russell, Craig and Brad and cousins Allan, Janet, John, Rob, Francis and Chris. We would like to thank Dr. Henderson, the nurses and staff at Delta Hospital for all they did. At the wish of Don, no funeral will be held but instead a celebration will take place at the family home in the warmer months of next year. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Delta Hospital in his name. The many people who knew Don will remember him as truly “a great guy”. He will be deeply missed. We love you Dad.
May 11, 1952 – October 30, 2010
Survived by her husband Richard, daughters Kerry and Kimberlee, granddaughters Malika and Makenna, beloved sister Kathy (Hans), brother Brian (Anita) and sister-in-law Patricia. Predeceased by her parents William and Ruth and brother David. Caren was an excellent chef, avid gardener, world traveller and a loving grandmother. The family wishes to thank the Irene Thomas Hospice staff as well as the ComCare staff for the outstanding care provided to Caren. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on Tuesday, December 7th, 2010 at 2:00 pm in the Reception Centre of Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Ladner, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations in Caren’s memory can be made to Irene Thomas Hospice or Habitat for Humanity (local chapter). On-line condolences at www.deltafuneral.ca.
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OLIVER, Margaret Helen (nee Carr)
October, 1918 – November, 2010
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Margaret Oliver, beloved Mom, Grams, Gigi on November 11, 2010 in Royal Columbian Hospital, New Westminster, BC. Margaret was born in Barrie, Ontario. She is predeceased by 3 of her sisters, Marion, Isabel and Enid. Left to mourn are her sisters Wilda and Joan, her loving son Jim (Verna), granddaughter Alisen (Martin) and great-grandson Cole; her loving daughter Carole (Lou), grandchildren David, Cyndi (Julian), Kristine and great-grandchildren Megan and Emma; also many nieces and nephews. In 1953 Margaret and family ventured to the west coast, residing in Princeton for a year, then moving to Kitimat in 1954, where she began working at Canada Post in 1962. She transferred in 1972 to the Tsawwassen Post Office, where she worked until her retirement in 1983. She enjoyed retirement, travelling while she was able, going to the Casino, but most of all, the times she was surrounded by her loving family. In later years her failing eyesight limited her to spending her days knitting “dish rags” and giving them away, listening to her talking books, and having a daily Caesar at “Happy Hour”. In the last few months she resided at the Assisted living Kinsmen Centre, where she enjoyed the supportive care she received from all the staff and the residents she met. Special thanks to the staff of the Kinsmen Assisted Living, the Doctors and Nursing staff at Delta Hospital and Royal Columbian Hospital. A Memorial Service was held at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road in Ladner on Monday, November 22nd, 2010 at 1:00 PM, with a private family interment at Boundary Bay Cemetery. Reception followed at private family home. In lieu of flowers, donations to the CNIB or charity of your choice would be appreciated. “We miss you Mom, Grams, Granny, GiGi, “Li’l M”, Auntie Marg, Jimmy & Margie. We are thankful you are not suffering anymore. The angels will be happy to hear your comic relief. You were so loved, and will be so missed.” On-line condolences at: www.deltafuneral.ca.
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Loved ones who have passed on can be remembered through a Tribute Gift to Delta Hospital Foundation. Donations made in memory of your loved ones will be acknowledged with cards sent to family members and an acknowledgement and receipt sent to the donor.
Delta Hospital Foundation gratefully acknowledges gifts in memory of:
William A. Allison Bob Burkett Daniel Clayton Sheila Corson Ernest Davies Dereck de Lange Edgar Dunning James Gaskin John Goodwin Judi Goodwin Phyllis Hanlon Jean C. Henwood Robert Husband Dorothy E.Keller Mary (Pat) Kenny Alice M. Low Stanley R. & Bessie Mack David Milligan Carl W. Nygren Our Vets Kathleen R. Parry Wayne Power Pattie Pruss Glen W. Robertson Dr. Harold Robinson Dorothy E. Rudston-Brown Charles P. Sammon Anna V. Shane Ellis J. Warren Your gift assists the Foundation to purchase vital medical equipment for Delta Hospital. Working Together to make a Difference!
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DELTA AUTOMOTIVE Lifetime Oil Change Agreements. Persons who may be interested in uniting in a claims action against Delta Automotive in relation to its alleged failure to live up to its lifetime oil change agreements, please contact Don at 604-946-1716. NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Estate of ROBERT LOUIS DANZEL, deceased, formerly of #318 - 3820 Arthur Drive, Delta, BC. Creditors and others having claims against this estate are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the undersigned executor (Attn: Jerry Halma) at 595 Burrard St, 9th Floor, PO Box 49500, Vancouver, BC V7X 1L7 on or before December 31, 2010, after which date the executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard only to the claims of which they then have notice. BMO Trust Company, executor by Kay M. Vinall, solicitor
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OKANAGAN VIEW ACREAGE 10 acre view property, eastern hillside, upper Carmi Road (lot 4 Deerfield) Penticton, BC.. on school bus route, 6 km Paved Road to Penticton Regional Hospital. Power to Property Line. 1000 +/- Foot Frontage on Paved Road. City View and Okanagan Lake. View North to Peachland. Own your own piece of the beautiful Okanagan Valley for $375,000. Contact owners donaclair@shaw.ca
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Warm Family Home Great split home, newly renod interior, kitchen, bathroom. Spacious, h/w, 2 gas f/p, 5 appl, rec room. Private westfacing backyard, close to schools and park. N/S, N/P Available Dec 1st. $2400 River House Residence Sunset over Marina & Deas Island with River and Mountain views. Beautiful executive 2 bedroom, s/s appliances, extra large sundeck, maple kitchen, granite bar, large separate liv rm & dinrm. Mst/bdrm offers f/p, 5 pc ensuite, soaker tub and dbl shower. N/S, N/P Available Now $2100
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Squamish/ Whistler
LADNER 3 bdrm $1,020 incl., heat, h/w, prkg. Some pets ok. No dogs. No smoking. 604-940-8726 TSAW. LOVELY 2 br, w/d, $1550 incl heat, FP, np, no BBQ, nr ammens. Suit Adults 604-943-6163
Tsawwassen, CASA DEL SOL 2 BDRM, $950 Dec 1 BACHELOR STE $650, Dec 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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SURREY, Bridgeview. Rancher 3 BR, 2 bath, sep garage, fenced yard, $235,000. 50 x 120sf lot. Call ★ 604-580-3127
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Cancer June 21-July 22: Emotionally, a rest period is over. Now you begin two months of intensified, active, communicating, sweet (and sometimes angry, or more likely, competitive) attraction. But don’t lose sight of your main necessity for the next three weeks: work and health. These two – and your dependents, and machinery – face one or two crises or dilemmas this week (Sunday-Tuesday and Thursday/Friday). Be very careful with electricity, computers, driving, tools, especially late week. A project might demand precise, tense attention to complete: give this, and succeed. Romance whispers Thursday/Friday! Leo July 23-Aug. 22: What seemed so romantically alluring in November might meet unexpected events or sexual reactions. Or, speculation and investment quality conflict; or creative urges, projects might trip over the realities that research discovers. Whatever went so brilliantly in November meets the unexpected by Thursday. Leo, whatever happens: 1) be ethical, honest; 2) be alert, realistic. These should show you the right way. Money needs care Sunday/ Monday. Communications, travel, life’s easy Tuesday/ Wednesday. Home, safety, take no chances Thursday! Friday heals. Saturday, love, success begin. Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: I warned you some weeks ago that domestic, property, security and family projects (especially those initiated in November) might hit a shock or snag by this week. It could be a crisis, or simply a snag that needs ironing out. Be patient, diplomatic. Sunday/Monday your energy is high, but everyone seems independent, ready for an argument. Thursday/Friday communications, errands flow swiftly, but an unexpected event could capsize the apple cart. Drive carefully Friday dawn, avoid unsafe tools, avoid computers. Friday p.m., love/ friendship luck! After a hectic week, relax at home Saturday.
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TSAW T/H, 3BR, 2.5 ba, 2000sf, full bsmt, 6appl, $1800, n/s, u/g prgk, Nov 1, sh/term lease, email dcgord@aol.com ..604-948-0800
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QUIET CLEAN 1 br avail Dec. 1, Tsaw. near ammens, park like setting, carpets, References required, no pets 778-316-3401
4895-55B St, Ladner Bach, 1 & 2 BR, Available. Spacious suites, balconies, rent incls heat & hot water, prkg available. Refs. N/P.
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EXEC. LARGE corner 3 bdrm, 3 bath, all appls, incls w/d & f/p, prkg, near all ammens, suitable adults, n/p, no BBQ, $1900 incls heat 604-943-6163 for appt.
BUILDING LOT, New West. 33’ x 130’. $75,000 in services paid! No HST! 4,240 total sq. feet. Priced to sell! $322,888. 604-726-0677
Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: Intellectual pursuits have top priority. That includes cultural, far travel, educational, publishing, advertising, religious, philosophical and legal affairs. These might run into a couple of unexpected glitches or shocks early and deep into this week, so time your actions for Dec. 4 onward. Government agencies, or your own “background” might be involved. Dive into chores Sunday/Monday, so you’ll have more time when opportunities and exciting emotional prospects appear (Tuesday/Wednesday). Depths, mysteries, sex, other people’s money Friday/Saturday: you might hit a mother lode! Taurus April 20-May 20: Life’s mysteries, research, depth psychology, subconscious desires, lust, finances tied to other people (e.g., stocks, marriage finances, inheritances) rise in importance. These might be imperilled this week, especially if you began a related venture in November. You might need to take quick “crisis action” Thursday/Friday. Or, you could be free of any problems – if so, wait until Saturday onward to plunge into these areas, and/or to make a commitment, change your lifestyle, or invest. Work succeeds midweek. Friendships, loves (and everything listed above) are lucky Friday p.m.! Gemini May 21-June 20: Excitement! You could take major steps in a romance or more mature relationship now, or you might face and seize a huge opportunity such as relocation, a public appearance, a business negotiation/contract. But be aware: you might succeed, and the payment is stress. Or it all might blow up (Sunday-Tuesday a.m. or Thursday/Saturday) especially if this situation began in November. But if it blows up: so what? It clears away six years of tension, liberates you – laugh at life! Midweek’s romantic. Saturday begins, small but growing, the workable opportunities, attractions. Optimism arrives!
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Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: The main emphasis lies on communications, paperwork, errands, travel, siblings and casual friends. These areas face one or two challenges this week, especially Sunday/Monday (philosophical or legal differences?) and Thursday/ Friday (romantic, creative conflicts?). In everything (communication, travel, etc.) your intention is all tied up with a partnership urge – but it is this urge that is really causing unexpected events or disagreements. Somehow, it (the urge to join or merge) is fighting the work you need to get done. By Friday p.m., the conflict’s over, and money luck flows! Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Unexpected events could throw a monkey wrench into your money projects, particularly any projects you began in November, especially Sunday/Monday and Thursday/Friday. Do NOT purchase machinery or high tech items before Friday noon. The problem comes from your desire, hidden or not, to seek pleasure, romance, adventure or to take a gamble. You might face a choice: chase romance, or guard your money, gamble or keep your bank account, etc. Despite events, you’ll be optimistic, happy Sunday/Monday! Rest, contemplate mid-week. Your energy, charisma soar Thursday/Friday – this eve’s lucky! Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Watch your temper – you’re riding a wave of energy, charisma, hope, loving emotions and creative, gambling pizzazz – but this could make you impatient, too, especially with parents/kids, domestic situations, real estate, security provisions. These have caused you stress and tension for seven years, and you’re at the fed-up stage! So there might be one last explosion, especially Sunday/ Monday or Thursday/Friday. Listen: be safe, but don’t repress your temper. Have a tantrum, then look for common ground. You’ll find it Friday eve, successfully start to implement it Saturday onward.
Nov. 28 - Dec. 4 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Messages, information (or distribution realities) might interfere with a plan that involved government, an institution, or a “retreat.” Protect yourself from gossip. Take care in writing, speech, driving and with electrical tools. The most “accident prone days are Sunday, Monday and Friday (morning). This is a time of rest, solitude, peace and contemplation – seek an environment that promotes these. That said, your social popularity begins to revive, and you grow more talkative, more interested in wisdom and learning. Complete obligations. Happiness, optimism visit Friday! Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: A conflict between your hopes and your “available cash” might reach a climax this week, especially Sunday/Monday and Thursday/ Friday. Well, reality is reality, you gotta work with what you have. Once you accept this, you can start achieving, and your hopes will rise. In general, your popularity is rising, light romance visits, and your money picture does keep getting better! Bosses, VIPs and parents favour you again, into January – take advantage (especially Friday!). Tackle governmentrelated chores now, as a slow-down will commence here soon. Love, Tuesday/Wednesday, Saturday! Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Relationships need patience, gentleness early week. A temperamental boss, parent or VIP could act now, especially Sunday to Tuesday (argument) and Thursday/Friday (sudden action). Be alert, good-natured, diplomatic – deflect attacks. (A VIP’s motive? Perhaps a suspicion that you are money-hungry. Deeper, it’s a power struggle.) Wisdom, gentle love, and a travel, legal or educational project return, lasting to early January. These are lucky Friday p.m. Friends begin to appear. Still, your main December goal is career, ambition. Secrets, revelations, “major money” Tuesday/Wednesday. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014
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Are your for a 1 bedroom in alooking well maintained bedroom a well maintained building?inBldg is located on building? Bldgisisclose located on 16th Ave and to the 16thshops Ave and close to the bus, andisthe beach. To bus, shops and the beach. To view please call view please call 604-943-7666 604-943-7666
Kelly Court Kerry Court 1 bedroom suite available in
1 bedroom suite available in small bldg located near shops, small bldg located school, bus stopnear and shops, rec school, bus stop and rec centre. Rent includes 2 appl, centre. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes, heat and hot carpets, drapes, heat of and hot water. Bldg consists new water. Bldg of new windows and consists sliding doors. To windows andplease slidingcall doors. To view view please call 604-782-4326 604-782-4326 Kerry Court 1 and bedroom suites suites 1 and 22 bedroom available in aa quiet quiet well well available in maintained bldg, bldg, Rent Rent maintained includes 2 appl., drapes, heat includes 2 appl., drapes, heat and hot hot water. water. Located Located close close and to school, shopping centre to school, shopping centre and bus bus route. route. To To make make an an and appt. to to view view please please call call appt. 6044-943-7612 604-943-1487
Greensview Greensview
bedroom suite suite available available in in 11 bedroom January with with 33 appliances, appliances, January carpets, drapes, u/g parking carpets, drapes, u/g parking and laundry laundry facilities. facilities. Located Located and on bus bus route route and and close close to to on shopping centre. centre. For For info info or or to to shopping view please call view please call 604-943-7612 604-943-7612
Office Space- 353sf in professional office bldg, 2nd flr, elevator & secure indoor prkg. 4840 Delta Street, Ladner. Ph: Gertie’s Cell 604-306-4563 or email: henneken@shaw.ca
Century Village Village and and Century Tsawwassen Manor Manor Tsawwassen
Beautiful complex complex consisting consisting Beautiful of 66 bldgs. bldgs. & & water water fountains. fountains. of & 22 bedroom bedroom suites, suites, include include 11 & drapes, wall to wall carpets, drapes, wall to wall carpets, balconies, elevators, and balconies, elevators, and wheel chair chair access. access. Tsaw. Tsaw. wheel Manor includes heat. Close to Manor includes heat. Close to beach, parks, parks, recreation recreation beach, centre & school. To make an centre & school. To make an appt to to view view please please call call appt 604-948-9111 604-948-9111
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bedroom suite suite available available in in 22 bedroom one of of our our four four well well one maintained bldgs. bldgs. Located Located maintained near shops, shops, school school and and bus bus near routes. Rent Rent includes includes 22 appl, appl, routes. carpets and and drapes. drapes. To To view view carpets this suite suite please please call call this 604-946-2694 604-946-2694
Georgia Ct/Harbourside Ct/Harbourside Georgia
Affordable 1, 1, 22 and and 33 bedroom bedroom Affordable suites in in the the heart heart of of Ladner Ladner suites Village. Rent includes appl, Village. Rent includes 22 appl, carpets, drapes drapes and and hot hot water. water. carpets, Shops and bus stop nearby. Shops and bus stop nearby. To view view or or for for more more info info To please call call 604-946-9268 604-946-9268 please Sorry No No Pets Pets or or BBQs BBQs Sorry References Required Required References WWW.CENTURY WWW.CENTURY GROUP.CA/ GROUP.CA/
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PRIME OFFICE space available immediately in the heart of Ladner Village. Bright, newly renovated in desirable location for reasonable rent on Haviland St off 48 Ave. Four spaces left: 180 sqft, 224 sqft, 300 sqft, 241 sqft. Contact 604-946-6291 for further info or to view.
Tsawwassen ● Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall has prime retail spaces available in various sizes. ● Windsor Woods – unit #5 – 1,057 sq. ft. ● Century Square Three Commercial/Office Spaces available 291 sq ft, 640 sq ft and 1658 sq ft. For more information call Tina or Sandra at Century Group 604-943-2203
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Suites/Partial Houses
1 BR ste Tsaw, rec reno, near bus/ town, np, ns, $800 incl utils & cable, avail Dec 1. 604-948-0311
1 BR Tsaw. ground floor unit, immed, $775, near parks & transit shared storage, laundry & utils, Large yard, np, ns, 604-943-5823 2 BR bsmt, large, full bath, Ladner, 4 appls, yard, $900+1/3 utils, ns, Now, 604-765-3642 3 BR suite, large deck, great view of Golf Course, np, immed 1212 Hunter Rd. $1400. 604-868-2844 3 BR Tsawwassen, upper level, 1200sf + 400sf sunny deck, nice quiet neighborhood, nr schools, clean & bright, 1.5 baths, fp, newer appls, dw, shared wd. own entry, driveway prkg, some carport storage, no garage, owner lives down & mows lawn, ns, np refs $1300+%utils, 778-848-8361 LADNER: 2 BR main, newly reno’d. Bright, large 1100 sf. All new appls. n/s, n/p. nr all amens. Resp tenants, refs. $1000 + share utils. Avail now. 604-807-1732 LADNER, BACH suite, $550 incl hydro gas, cable & wireless net, refs, n/s, n/p, now, 604-946-0577 LADNER NEW main flr 2 br, ste, quiet deadend St. Dec. 1st for clean, quiet tennant. $850 incl heat/cbl. ns np Jane 604-946-9456 LADNER. Reno’d 1 BR. Suits 1. Ns/np, shared laundry, $725/mo + ¼ utils. Dec 1st. 604-788-3085
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LADNER, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appl, window coverings, fresh paint, new lam/tile flr, NS NP, $1200, Avail Jan 1. 604-322-5260
Peninsula Property Management LADNER
Warm Family Home Great split home, newly renod interior, kitchen, bathroom. Spacious, h/w, 2 gas f/p, 5 appl, rec room. Private westfacing backyard, close to schools and park. N/S, N/P Available Dec 1st. $2400 River House Residence Sunset over Marina & Deas Island with River and Mountain views. Beautiful executive 2 bedroom, s/s appliances, extra large sundeck, maple kitchen, granite bar, large separate liv rm & dinrm. Mst/bdrm offers f/p, 5 pc ensuite, soaker tub and dbl shower. N/S, N/P Available Now $2100
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2000 BUELL LIGHTNING 1200 by Harley Davidson
All black. Perfect running condition. Only 10,500 original km. One of the last motors built by John Andres of JARZ Performance. Super fast and super fun! $6000 obo. Call 604.316.4342.
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RETIRED SPORTSMAN selling his Boat .. 2007 10ft 2 inch Avon 310 Rib inflatable boat, white inclds. 5HP/ 4 Stk Honda Outboard Motor - extremely low hours & custom electric Aluminum Boat and Loader & rack, Asking $4600, Allan Smith cell 604-240-0991 or messages 604-943-8006
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Snowmobiles/ ATV
RETIRED SPORTSMAN Selling his ATV. 2005 Bombardier Outlander Max 800 - red, w/accessories & options, 50 hr use, very low mi. Asking $6500. Call Allan Smith cel: 604-240-0991 or 604-943-8006 msg.
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Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks
10 TON cube truck with dedicated run. Want to be your own boss? Call Bob, daytime: 604-329-1249 or evenings: 604-574-4936. 1995 TOYOTA tercel 2 dr 4 spd manual, 252,000 k, $1,400 obo 604-833-4999
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Cleaning
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Ivy 604-754-0378 ★CLEAN FREAKS★ Trusted and reliable home cleaning services! Excellent attention to detail! Ladner owned & operated. Call us today at 604-908-5078
EUROPEAN DETAILED Service cleaning. www.pumacleaning.ca Sophia 604-805-3376
Vans
1991 PLYMOUTH Laser 2.0 L turbo, 113 k, 3 dr h/b, mint cond. $1,750. 604-983-3436 2009 HONDA Odyssey (touring model), black, 16,000 kms, mint cond, sparingly used, incls winter tires $38,500. 604-913-1933
DRYWALLING, MUDDING, Taping, Boarding. Exc Rates. Free Est. 35 yrs exp. 778-881-6737
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YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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Excavating
# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT
* S. THOMSON CLEANING * Will make your home clean as a whistle. Reliable cleaning team. Bonded & Insured. Susan at 604-312-9445
MINI-EXCAVATOR: Lot grading and levelling, concrete removal and demolition. 604-306-8599
Computer Services
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makes your computer work again! Best rates on the market. Guaranteed Virus Removal.
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NEED COMPUTER HELP? • Help with purchase
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Concrete
Advanced Concrete Enhancements Limited
Cell:604-220-3145
CONCRETE & ASPHALT
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Fencing/Gates
S&S LANDSCAPING & FENCING
Factory Direct Cedar Fence Panel for Sale & Installation 8291 No.5 Rd Richmond Call 604-275-3158
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Flooring/ Refinishing
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CARPET/VINYL INSTALLER Repairs & restretches. 17 yrs exp. Call for free estimates DAVID
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HENRY’S
HARDWOOD FLOOR SERVICES Sanding & Refinishing Installation Quality Workmanship Free Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured
604-771-8885
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Gutters
EDGEMONT GUTTERS
• Removal & Replace • Free Disposal • Free Estimates • Quality Guaranteed • Fully Insured • Commercial / Residential
• Sales & Installation of 5’’ Continuous Gutter • Minor Repairs • Cleaning
GENERAL Masonry Specializes brick, block, stone, exposed concrete.Call Joe/Enzio 594-1960
PRP GUTTER CLEANING & GUTTER REPAIRS. Free estimates 604-764-0399
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Drywall
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EUROPEAN HOUSE Cleaning, Reliable, Efficient, Free est. Stella 604-946-7865 * 836-7071
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Placing, finishing, Specializing in stamped concrete, overlays, acid staining, counter tops, faux rock, (Waterfall and ponds)
1999 TOYOTA Corolla CE, great value, as is $1500 or certified $2500, auto, 290 K 778-848-5290
Drywall
Lic. #26765 • South Delta based
THE SCRAPPER SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL
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Professional Electrical Services Panel Upgrades – Renos
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1994 FORD Tempo, auto, V6, 4 dr, good cond, lady driven, $2000 obo. 604-988-0347
Boats
Scrap Car Removal
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
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2 SNOW TIRES on rims, 225/70/14R $150. 604-943-0482
1989 VOLVO, $1500, 4 door sedan, runs great, aircared Feb/ 11, must sell. Call 778-840-1961
Call Doug (604) 536-0220 www.rentinfo.ca
Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes
OFFICES AVAIL (2), 2nd floor, professional building, Tsaw. $300-$450 all incl. 604-943-4379
Shawnigan Shawnigan
bedroom suites suites available available in in 11 bedroom clean and and quiet quiet building. building. aa clean Located 1 block from Located 1 block from shopping mall mall and and on on bus bus shopping route. Minutes Minutes from from parks parks and and route. beach area. For more info or beach area. For more info or to view view please please call call to 604-943-0002 604-943-0002
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Win streak over for Ice Hawks
Sockeyes erupt in third period to hand Delta its first loss in 10 games The Delta Ice Hawks don’t seem to have any warts unless they happen to be making an appearance at Minoru Arena. Riding a 10-game win streak and a Pacific International Junior Hockey League best 19-3-2 record, the Ice Hawks fell for the second time this season in the Richmond Sockeyes barn — this time by a 5-3 score on Thursday night. The result was hauntingly familiar to the Ice Hawks last visit to Minoru when they blew a 4-1 third period lead and eventually lost in a shootout. This time they twice allowed two-goal cushions (2-0, 3-1) to evaporate as the Sockeyes erupted for five goals in the final 20 minutes. It was a telling tale of how this team must do a better job in its own end of the rink if they want to be contending for a PIJHL championship come February. Since his arrival last month, head coach Dave McLellan has insisted improved play inside the blueline has been on the top of his priority list. Thanks to Thursday’s third period meltdown, he now has a perfect
example to show his players the next time the team practices. “This was a good learning lesson for them,” he said. “They need to learn how to win battles in their own zone. We tend to want to win games just by being offensive. With the lead we had tonight, we should have done a better job of clearing pucks.” The Sockeyes carried much of the play in the opening 20 minutes and only some key saves by Doug Birks kept the game scoreless. Ice Hawks captain Liam Harding netted the only goal of the middle frame when he wired a wrist shot off the post to pad his league-leading point totals. Cody Fidgett, who didn’t even arrive for the game until the second period after being cleared by his doctor to play, made it 2-0 in the early stages of the third period after a Sockeyes turnover. The hosts finally solved Birks but Delta had a quick answer on Harding’s second of the night. That’s when the Sockeyes seemed to crank up their forechecking game and the Hawks wilted. Jeremy Hamaguchi
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Delta Ice Hawks Kye Benjaminsen is denied this scoring chance during Thursday’s 5-3 loss to the Richmond Sockeyes. completed the comeback with less than four minutes remaining and an empty netter sealed it. “You could tell in the third period they really wanted to score and were throwing pucks in the right areas,” said McLellan. “We
didn’t respond well to it. To their credit, in their rink, they certainly know how to use the bounces. Just the chips out and the way they run their zone. We need to learn to play better in here. We can’t always be relying on foot races to loose pucks.
“It’s our fourth loss of the year and you can’t be hanging your head too low. You’re playing the team you probably will be going through in the playoffs and it’s going to be like this all year.” The win moved the
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Sockeyes (18-3-3) within a single point of the Ice Hawks for top spot in the Tom Shaw Conference. The locals have another key divisional game on Tuesday when the North Delta Devils visit the Ladner Leisure Centre at 7:30 p.m.
McMillan makes his NHL debut with Ducks Saturday and flew later that day to California. McMillan began the game playing for an injured Temmu Selanne on the Ducks’ top line with stars Ryan Getzlaf and Corey Perry. He would later shift to the third line with AHL teammate Nick Bonino and Todd Marchant. He was held off the
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scoresheet but did log 10:24 of ice time. His parents — Shirelle, Rick — and sister Melissa did manage to make it down to Anaheim to see him play. In a maneuver to work around the NHL salary cap, McMillan, Bonino and Dan Sexton were all reassigned to Syracuse
on Monday only to be re-called by the Ducks 48 hours later. They had left Orange County at 2 p.m., arrived in New York at 2 a.m. Tuesday, practiced with the Crunch, then headed west again 16 hours later. McMillan was slated to play in yesterday’s home game against the Chicago Blackhawks. In 16 games with the Crunch, the former Kelowna Rockets standout had six points, including
four goals, in 16 games. He netted his first AHL goal Oct. 8 in a 3-2 loss to Lake Erie and on Nov. 6, earned first star honours with a goal and two assists in a 4-3 victory over Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. The South Delta Minor Hockey product was taken in third round (85th overall) by the Ducks in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft. He helped Canada win silver at the 2010 U20 World Hockey Championships.
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Brandon McMillan is thrilled to be getting his first taste of NHL regular season action even if it has meant bouncing back and forth across the continent. The 20-year-old from Tsawwassen suited up for the Anaheim Ducks last Sunday in a home ice loss to the Edmonton Oilers. McMillan had been playing for the Ducks’ top farm team — the Syracuse Crunch — when he got the call at 1 a.m. (EST) last
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Pacers win Grade 9 district title
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The Delta Pacers defeated Seaquam then South Delta to capture the Grade 9 District Girls Volleyball Championship. The team includes: Emily Lieuwen, Danae Derksen, Maddie Knoepfel, Jackie Brigham, Lindsay Cochlan, Bianca Corea, Lexie Brenneis , Jessica McDougall and Avyn Duimel. The girls were coached by Grade 11 students Megan Trotman and Liz Kirkwood.
Tsawwassen’s Morgan Latremouille showcased his outstanding all-round racquet skills with an impressive victory at the recent Pacific Rim Open Racketlon in Victoria. The unique event sees opponents face each other in four racquet sports — ping pong, badminton, squash and tennis. Latremouille, 18, is a prominent squash player for Bayside, a member of the Tsawwassen Tennis Club and plays colle-
giate badminton at Langara. Latremouille won the Men’s A division and also teamed up with Victoria’s Nicole Bunyan to win the Mixed Doubles title. He’s road to the Men’s “A” crown included an upset win former champion Peter Brix in the second round. He defeated Ontario’s Omar Samad 59-48 in the final. The 2010 event was the largest to date, with nearly 100 players and a packed house of spectators.
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A50 The Delta Optimist November 27, 2010
2010 Ha t s o f f t o
One hundred years ago, the Delta Chamber of Commerce was born. In a series of three articles, we trace how the Delta Chamber’s activities helped to shape Delta as a community and place of business.
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The Beginning Years Dredge the River; Spare the Horses On March 4, 1910, a Mr. Wade from the Westminster Board of Trade addressed a meeting of Delta business people and farmers at Ladner Town Hall. The result was the creation of the Delta Board of Trade, now called the Delta Chamber of Commerce. Walter Lanning was elected president and Delta’s reeve, Harry J. Hutcherson, was named honorary president. They formed eight committees - agriculture, transportation, navigation, commerce and industry, roads and bridges, membership, finance and publicity, and legislation. The pattern was set. The Delta Board of Trade could lobby government and advocate among members and non-members in accordance with its primary objective: improving business in the growing community of Delta. The Board’s minutes during those early years show clearly that the Delta community benefited from the Board’s efforts. There’s no question, either then or now, that business growth and a prospering community are inter-related. A few selections from the Board records highlight the scope of its work and the breadth of its influence. Within a month of its formation, the Delta Board of Trade had much discussion on keeping the Ladner Reach channel of the Fraser River clear for shipping. On April 1, 1910, a motion was passed “that the navigation committee acting through Council should place themselves in touch with the Westminster Board of Trade with the object of securing part of the regular
appropriation made by the government for such work.” They were successful. And, in July 1911, the navigation committee arranged for further channel clearing with the dredge Fruhling. On May 13, 1910, the Board moved that “the secretary write to Municipal Council drawing their attention to the habit of the Great Northern Railway putting off milk cans from their railcars in such a manner as to obstruct the public highway and frighten horses.”
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On September 11, 1911, the minutes record a motion to pay a bill for $3 “from Fashion Stables for horse and rig used by Mr. Fraser in taking around a petition regarding street lighting.” It was moved that “the sum be paid.” Records show a broad range of interests and activities, such as helping to organize the first fire protection service, a ferry across the Fraser River, and advocating for better roads. Through the years, the Board of Trade and now the Delta Chamber of Commerce has remained an independent voice in Delta for business and for the community. The Delta Chamber of Commerce is grateful to Tanya Hawke, of T.J. Wordsmiths, etc., for writing this article, with the assistance of Past President the late Edgar Dunning and fellow community historian Matt Rogers.
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Youngsters will decorate their bikes and wagons for the ninth annual children’s parade. having a children’s parade instead. It’s become a tradition and is now in its ninth year. The event draws more participants and spectators every year and the entrants always go to great lengths to decorate.
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Carol ships to sail into Ladner Harbour
It’s another festive tradition here in Ladner and it sure wouldn’t feel like Christmas without the arrival of the carol ships. The annual lights display returns to the government wharf at the foot of Elliott Street following the Christmas tree lighting and children’s parade on Friday, Dec. 10 at about 7:45 p.m. The procession will make its voyage along the river starting from the Westham Island Bridge as it has done for 40 years. The carol ships will return to the government wharf on Saturday, Dec. 11 at approximately 7:15 p.m. According to Optimist archives, the first carol ship sailing was on Dec. 16, 1970 and was reported as a Christmas “sailpast.” The
Cape Blanco sailed into Ladner Harbour alongside the Bethune and Devil Wind. The Cape Blanco carried the First Christian Reform Church choir and its organ. A year later, the event grew larger as a group of young musicians, led by Ken Sovetd, played for about 200 people who gathered at the dock to FILE PHOTO wait for the ships. The Carol ships have been making an Delta Star, one of many appearance in Ladner Habour for new boats that year, 40 years. carried the choir while high insurance costs for another ship carried the the ships, the choir now Delta Community Band. remains ashore at the tree In the mid-1970s, the lighting and dock. First Christian Reform Today, the event is made Church choir moved on and up of mostly pleasure crafts was replaced by the Ladner and usually includes more Gospel Assembly choir. than 20 boats. Unfortunately, due to
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Museum showcases pioneer Christmas
Ladner’s holiday celebrations have added a new tradition. Last year, the Delta Museum and Archives teamed up with the Ladner Business Association and opened its doors to the public during the tree lighting
and carol ships. It was a success and the museum has decided to make it an annual happening. The museum will be open from 6:15 to 8:30 p.m. to show South Deltans what Christmas used to look like.
It may feel like many popular holiday traditions have been around forever but many date back to the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901). Delta’s earliest pioneers from Great Britain brought popular traditions, such
as caroling and decorating a tree, with them when they settled. While the sentiments are still the same, Delta’s pioneers would have done things a little differently. Preparations would have started well before Christmas Day as goodies and decorations had to be made from FILE PHOTO scratch. StoreVisitors to the Delta Museum and Archives will be able to create a homemade bought treats Christmas ornament that dates back to pioneer times. and decorations band, Albert, who helped in pioneer homes during were rare and make the Christmas tree as the holiday season — handexpensive. Wood had to be popular in Britain as they made cards, tin-punched chopped for the stove, the were in his native Germany, ornaments, yarn dolls and cow had to be milked and when he brought one to hand-dipped candles. eggs had to be gathered There is no admission fee before a batch of Christmas Windsor Castle in the 1840s. to the museum that night, cookies could be made. Visitors to the museum however, the museum is Decorating the Christmas will have a chance to make asking people to bring a tree was also a popular some of the decorations non-perishable donation for tradition for local pioneers. the food bank instead. It was Queen Victoria’s hus- that would have appeared
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Friday, December 10th at 7pm Followed by the Santa parade at 7:30pm to the Carol Ships • Join the choir singing Christmas carols • Enjoy coffee and hot chocolate prepared by the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies’ Auxillary • Kids! Be part of the parade! Gather in front of Johnny’s Store by 7:00pm
You are invited to the Ladner Business Association’s
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 11th Ladner Community Centre from 8am – 11am Enjoy pancakes prepared by the crew of the Roberts Bank Lifeboat - Delta Society, face painting, songs and stories by Daryle Sherman, Christmas crafts with the Delta Museum and dance entertainment by “The Flow”
VISIT WITH SANTA! Choose to have your photo taken by our professional photographer for $5 or bring your own camera! Photographs by Buttercups Children’s Boutique with
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Santa is star of annual LBA breakfast
A Christmas family favourite is back again for another year. The big man in red will be making his annual appearance at the Ladner Business Association’s Breakfast with Santa. The event has become a Christmas tradition for generations of Ladner families and usually draws around 600 people for pancakes and some festive fun. This year’s breakfast is on Saturday, Dec. 11 from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Ladner Community Centre. The crew of the Roberts Bank Lifeboat and prominent members of the community will serve the flapjacks. The MP, MLA, mayor and council members, police chief and more are always invited to come out and help serve. Breakfast costs $3 for
pancakes and $4 for pancakes with ham. This year’s event will also include face painting, songs and stories by Daryle Sherman, Christmas crafts with the Delta Museum and dance entertainment by The Flow. All the kids will have the chance to visit, and have their photo taken, with Santa. Families can choose to have the photo taken by a professional photographer for $5 or take their own. Photographs will be taken by Buttercups Children’s Boutique with proceeds going to Hannah’s Heroes Foundation.
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Youngsters will get an opportunity to visit with St. Nick at the LBA’s Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 11 at the Ladner Community Centre.
Delta Hospital Auxiliary Christmas Thrift Shop Everything you need: Wrapping Paper Decorations Christmas Trees Lights Christmas Dishes & Linens and much more
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Best of the Season from
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