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School board chair likes Liberal leadership candidate’s proposal to pay educators based on performance BY

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Delta school boar chair Dale Saip is throwing his personal support behind Liberal leadership candidate Kevin Falcon. Saip told the Optimist this week he supports Falcon’s position on the issues, including the candidate’s proposal to offer financial incentives for teachers recognized for their excellence in the classroom. “We’re working really hard in our district of finding new ways of doing things and being innovative and I like the idea that someone is willing to step outside the traditional restraints of education

and challenge it,” said Saip. Falcon recently made a splash on his campaign trail by suggesting public school teachers be paid according to their teaching skills and not length of service.

The Liberal leadership hopeful said he would push for a meritbased pay system if he becomes premier after his party’s Feb. 26 leadership vote. His proposal is called a Master Teacher Incentive Program. Noting the same model has

already been implemented in Australia, Saip said, “Ultimately, you have to look at what is the desire of parents and what’s good for kids. We have to continue to embrace new ideas and look forward rather than just doing things the way they have been done because that’s always been done that way.” Susan Lambert, president of the B.C. Teachers’ Federation, said this week she was appalled by the Surrey-Cloverdale Liberal MLA’s proposal, noting the Liberal government has undermined the education system with inadequate funding for the past decade. First elected in 2001, Falcon held the health and transporta-

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tion portfolios in Premier Gordon Campbell’s Liberal government. He was often the target for opponents of the South Fraser Perimeter Road. Saip said he believes Falcon has the ability to keep a coalition together and govern the province effectively.

A member of the B.C. Liberals, Saip ran for the party’s nomination in the 1999 Delta South by-election, but was disqualified on a technicality. Saip said he has no hard feelings about what happened and continues to support what he believes are the best interests of the province.

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MLA calls for lottery investigation Huntington wants closer look at corporation’s fiscal reporting amid suspicious transactions Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington is calling for an investigation into the B.C. Lottery Corporation’s fiscal reporting and controls. “In 2007, the ombudsman determined that BCLC was not able to monitor and counter fraud due to its ‘minimal’ compliance and enforcement procedures,” Huntington said. “Now we find that a multi-million-

dollar spike in suspicious transactions was reported to BCLC, but it did not bother to immediately inform the police.” In 2008, the corporation’s chairman said a number of steps were being taken “in relation to money laundering and suspicious currency transactions reported at BCLC’s gaming facilities.” In 2010, BCLC was fined

$670,000 for more than 1,000 alleged violations of the federal Proceeds of Crime and Terrorist Financing Act. Also in 2010, during a three-month period two casinos reported a combined total of $8 million in 90 suspicious, large cash transactions, including one for $1.2 million, to BCLC. Huntington said media

reports indicate the lottery corporation failed to notify police of the transactions in a timely manner. “Clearly, this is a symptom of deeper problems in BCLC’s organization and its corporate culture,” said the independent MLA. “There needs to be an arm’s-length, independent investigation that examines all aspects of BCLC’s fiscal reporting.

“This government has repeatedly said that gambling is well regulated, but the reality is obviously much different. It’s a free for all out there.” Huntington said reports filed with the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada show the dollar value of suspicious transactions tripled in B.C. last year.

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An aerial dogfight between two young eagles over Centennial Beach this week.

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As property assessment notices arrive in mailboxes, civic officials continue to crunch numbers for the 2011 budget. Most Delta homes have seen an increase in assessed values anywhere from five to 15 per cent, but that won’t mean property taxes will go up by the same amount. Delta’s current financial plan projects tax increases between 3.5 and four per cent annually until 2013. Finance director Karl Preuss told the Optimist this year’s municipal tax increase will be based on several factors considered during budget planning now taking place. Civic councillors will take part in a capital plan workshop next week to determine priorities for construction projects and infrastructure upgrades, noted Preuss, who said more number crunching will take place once those priorities are determined. Preuss said homes that have increased in value more than the average nine per cent will pay slightly more than the average tax hike, while those homes

under the average rise in assessments will pay slightly less. He said a proposed tax rate will come to Delta council for consideration within the next couple of weeks. In addition to the day-today operations and capital projects, Delta’s financial planning also continues to focus on a debt management policy aimed at reducing borrowing costs though debt refinancing and early debt payout opportunities, added Preuss. The average Delta homeowner in 2010 paid an additional $84 in municipal property taxes, which represented a 3.98 per cent hike. On a separate front, the average Delta homeowner will pay almost $40 more this year on their utility bills thanks to a decision by Metro Vancouver’s board a few weeks ago to increase the region’s operating budget. The board agreed to increase the operating component for regional sewer, water and solid waste services. According to a report last year by Delta’s finance department, the flat utility rate was projected to go up $30 to $40 annually over the next few years.

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The Delta South constituency associations for the Liberals and New Democrats are both gearing up for their upcoming leadership votes. Local New Democrats are having a leadership information meeting, which is open to the public, this Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Sundance Pub in Ladner. “We’re going to focus on

what the party policies are around leadership, the convention, and also address the question of the kind of expectations we have coming from South Delta,” said constituency association president Jim Morrison. “We’ll talk about leadership and issues that are important from our community perspective,” he said. The NDP has picked April 17 for its leadership vote, the date Carole James officially steps down.

Each member of the party can vote for the new leader in a one-member, one-vote system. Until now, each constituency association selected delegates that voted at leadership conventions. Members of the B.C. NDP will be able to vote via telephone or Internet during the leadership assembly, or through advance voting. Individuals have until Jan. 17 to become a mem-

ber. For more information, go to www.bcndp.ca. Meanwhile, local Liberals are also preparing for their vote, which takes place Feb. 26, to select a replacement for Premier Gordon Campbell. Those wanting to vote have until Feb. 4 to sign up as a member of the party. Unlike the NDP’s onemember, one-vote system, the Liberals are moving to a model in which votes are tallied on a regional basis.

The Liberals will have 10 regional venues set up around the province for members to participate in a special convention on Feb. 12 to overhaul the party’s constitution to change the voting process. Delta South riding association president Kristy Wawryk said a meeting would be held for local members on Jan. 15 at the Delta Town & Country Inn in Ladner to select delegates for the special con-

vention. Wawryk said all declared leadership candidates have been invited to speak in Delta South in meetings open to both Liberal members and the public. All have expressed interest in doing so and some dates, starting next week, have tentatively been scheduled, she said. To sign up for the Liberals or for more information, go to www.bcliberals.com.

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While hundreds took advantage of Operation Red Nose during the holiday season, Delta police were out in force with the annual Counter Attack campaign to ensure those who didn’t were taken off the road. On seven different occasions Delta police officers set up at least two roadblocks in the municipality, said department spokesperson Sgt. Sharlene Brooks. During that time, about 4,800 vehicles were stopped and 51 drivers were asked to take a breath test. Of those, 42 passed while nine registered in the warn or fail range. Five of those drivers were issued a threeday driving suspension while the other four were handed a 30-day driving ban. No impaired driving charges were laid. Two drivers were given 24-hour driving prohibitions for driving while impaired by drugs.

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Rough road hindering resource centre

Tsawwassen woman hoping to secure reliable vehicle for Ugandan facility where her daughter is co-director A Tsawwassen mom is hoping to make life a little easier for those at the Tekera Resource Centre in Uganda. Brenda Casey was in Uganda for about a month

truck that are frequently in need of repair. “They need a reliable car. It’s not so much the size but the quality,” said Casey, who’s hoping to arrange for a vehicle to be donated to Tekera. Since both vehicles the centre has are Toyotas,

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Casey is wondering if the company will donate a car in exchange for photos of the vehicles in action on the poor roads for advertising purposes. Casey said the nearest town is a 45-minute drive away along roads she

describes as “rutted, muddy cattle tracks.” Jessica Casey, in an email to the Optimist, said the centre’s car is “in the garage almost every other week” with shock problems, wheel alignment issues and because of bent parts. The vehicles are used every day, she said. “They service as our ambulance, food transport in and out of the village (both to feed us and to service our co-op farm) and people transport (as there is no public transport in the village).” Casey describes the resource centre, which operates without electricity, as a community development project where people’s needs are met. “It’s great to be part of something that enriches lives on a daily basis,” she said. Her duties include teaching English, co-ordinating international volunteers, acting as a department liaison and being the craft club’s secretary. She also tackles other work that needs to be done. “It’s not uncommon to

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Would-be shoplifter detained by staffers the glass was broken. A 32-inch Samsung TV was stolen from the lunchroom while the rest of the building was undisturbed. • December 27, 9:15 a.m., 5300-block of 12th Avenue: A report of vandalism to the complainant’s vehicle was received. Both side mirrors were broken while it was parked in the driveway. No attempted entry or theft from the vehicle. • December 30, 3:50 a.m., 100-block of 67th Street: A Volkswagen Cabriolet was set on fire while it was parked in the driveway and a Volkswagen van parked on the street was also destroyed. Witnesses reported the fire. Still under investigation. • December 30, 3:14 p.m., 700-block of Juniper Place: Complainant reported three items of jewelry were missing from the residence. Owner is unsure when the pieces, valued at $3,800, went missing. Items added to CPIC. • January 1, 2 a.m., 5200block of Camaro Drive: Complainant reported that while the vehicle was parked on the street an unknown suspect bent the windshield wipers, kicked off a side mirror and keyed a side door and front panel. Air was also let out of the two front tires. Damage: $1,000. • January 3, 10:15 a.m., 300-block of 52nd Street: An unknown person(s) set fire to a small plastic bulletin attached to a bus stop pole. Neighbourhood enquiries negative. Ladner • December 22, 11:01 p.m., Harbour Stroll: Complainant reported a man in his early 20s was trying to open car doors in the area. The unknown male was picked up by a grey or beige 1990s Nissan. The driver sped away at a high rate of speed. Area checks were negative. There were no signs of forced entry. • December 22, 11:37 a.m., 4500-block of River Road: Complainant reported his vehicle had been broken into. The vehicle was not locked and $200 worth of Christmas gifts were stolen. Police checked the neighbours to see if there were any other break-ins. None of the neighbours had seen anything suspicious. • December 24, 11:36 a.m., 5000-block of Ladner Trunk Road: Store employee was told a female was outside with a jacket that hadn’t been paid for. The employee confronted the female, who was sitting in a vehicle. The employee

saw the jacket in the vehicle and questioned the female. She said she didn’t know and gave the jacket to the employee. The file was concluded. • December 28, 2:25 p.m., 5500-block of Grove Avenue: Complainant reported he had moved his two vehicles onto the street so his parents could park in his driveway. The next day he started to wash the vehicles and noticed key marks from front to back on both vehicles. The damage is about $3,000. Complainant will be reporting the damage to ICBC. • December 29, 10:25 a.m., 2700-block of 64th Street: Complainant reported he parked his Ford panel van on the street and went home for the night. He went out at 8 a.m. and found the van had been stolen. The

van was unlocked and the keys were left in the side panel. The file was added to CPIC. • December 29, 7:56 p.m., 7900-block of Alexander Road: Complainant reported the fence panels at his business had been cut out sometime between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. The surveillance camera did not capture the area around the fence. Cost of replacement is about $1,500. • January 1, 1:03 p.m., 5600-block of Dove Place: Complainant reported he had placed his cellphone in his jacket and put the jacket in his back pack. The pack was unattended while he attended a New Year’s Eve party. When he returned, his jacket was in the pack, but the phone was gone. He tried calling the phone, but the battery was

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The following are some of the calls of interest the Delta police responded to in the South Delta area between Sunday, Dec. 19 and Monday, Jan. 3: Tsawwassen • December 19, 2:15 a.m., 1800-block of 56th Street: Complainant reported that her suit jacket and scarf were stolen from the back of her chair while she was helping clean up after a birthday party. Value of stolen items: $315. • December 20, 1:23 a.m., 5700-block of Sherwood Boulevard: Complainant reported being alerted to the sound of his car door being opened and observed a tall, thin young man next to his vehicle parked in the driveway. The young man denied any wrongdoing when approached by complainant and went on his way. However, the car had been rummaged through but nothing was stolen. Containment set up with a K-9 track but the results were negative. • December 22, 3:56 a.m., 900-block of Tsawwassen Beach Road: Complainant reported a possible attempt to break and enter her residence due to the front door being opened to the width of the security chain. The investigation revealed there was no sign of forced entry to any doors or windows. The door might have been opened by the wind. • December 21, 4 p.m., 1200-block of 56th Street: Complainant reported her purse stolen while she was shopping. Video was reviewed with negative results. Items stolen included $80, Visa card, debit card and driver’s licence. • December 24, 1:59 p.m., 1300-block of 56th Street: A male was detained by store employees after he attempted to steal a 1.75litre bottle of Red Tassel vodka. Suspect was arrested and transported to cells. • December 26, 2:50 p.m., ferry terminal: A passenger’s small black rollaway luggage was stolen from the luggage area. Video surveillance revealed a male and female remove luggage that matched the description provided by the complainant. Contents included $700 in clothing and prescription medication. Still under investigation to retrieve full video. • December 27, 1:01 a.m., 1200-block of 56th Street: A security guard reported a break and enter to a bank. Broken door glass was discovered but no evidence suggesting how

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MURPHY’S LAW I have a Hall and Oates ban for the car stereo that’s strictly enforced, although I’m sure there are people out there who gladly tap the steering wheel and sing along to Maneater and Kiss on My List should they, heaven forbid, ever find their way to the airwaves these days. I don’t know what it is, but there’s something about the chart-topping duo from the ‘80s that I simply can’t stand. The little, dark-haired one creeps me out a bit, but it’s their music — and I’m far from a critic — that’s become like fingernails on a chalkboard for me. I offer this piece of minutiae not because I’m looking to slag the rock and soul stylings of the duo that had 34 songs make the Billboard Top 100, but to make a point that some things bug certain people more than others. What someone finds annoying, another doesn’t even notice. From what I can gather, there are people out there who will actually hum along to Private Eyes. Jumping from ‘80s pop to aircraft noise in South Delta is a stretch indeed, but humour me with the connection. I don’t mean to trivialize the issue, but it’s clear the sound of overhead planes really bothers some people while others are completely oblivious to it. In the interests of full disclosure, I must admit I fall into the latter category. I haven’t been bothered in the least, although I must confess that you need a sledgehammer to wake me from a deep sleep. Given the ongoing noise complaints don’t originate from a specific neighbourhood, and stretch from the community of Boundary Bay all the way to the Fraser River, it’s not an isolated problem, but neither is it an all-encompassing one. It’s not like officials can say, “Gee, that plane caused a problem for everyone under its path,” and then go about correcting the situation. It appears sensitivity to noise plays a big part in whether that overhead jet, or even the smaller planes bound for Boundary Bay Airport, cause a disturbance. The exact same plane can be an annoyance for one person but not register at all for their neighbour. I know the folks over at municipal hall and at YVR have undertaken efforts to reduce aircraft noise in the community, and they’ve had some success in that regard, but there are enough people still bothered by it that I don’t think they can call it a day. At the same time, I’m not convinced, short of moving Richmond’s international airport up the valley, the sounds of aircraft will ever completely disappear from South Delta.

Politicians are catching on to wireless world of the young MIKE SCHNEIDER

COMMUNITY COMMENT When you see a teenager walking along a street, there is a high probability they will either be staring at, or hammering away on, the tiny keyboard of their mobile device. I am not sure what the percentage ownership of such devices is for the 10 and older set, but I would say if you are 16, chances are you have one of these mobile phones. As the term suggests, some of these phones are “smarter” than others and access to media and networking opportunities are only a click away on the way home from school, in the cafeteria or from the couch. Mobile users of all ages enjoy this access, and a broad spectrum of middle-aged users is participating as well. For younger generations, though, the connectivity is second nature and it will be interesting to see

just how the relationship with the network will affect young lives as access to content and purpose converge. Perhaps foreshadowing this convergence, Liberal leadership candidate Mike de Jong recently suggested the voting age be lowered to 16. Younger voters have traditionally voted to the left side of the spectrum so why would de Jong endorse an idea that could actually trip him up? It is because he understands that younger people are exposing themselves to more ideas and knowledge than at any time before via their social networks. Politicians are recognizing quickly that engagement is a necessary means to gain votes for any side of a political spectrum in this new reality. Politicians have to talk to people to get their message across and social networking is accomplishing this task. It seems like just yesterday that blogging was the key to political success. U.S. President Barack Obama is testament to that. Social networks have made access to the ideas shared in blogs all that more prevalent. Time Magazine’s Person of the Year, Mark Zuckerberg, is the best current example of the old adage, “If you’ve got the technology, use

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it!” His Facebook integrates with two million websites and is adding new websites to the network at the staggering rate of 10,000 per day. It is estimated Facebook could reach the one billion-user mark by August 2012. There will eventually be a plethora of commercial uses for this massive network that will move beyond the current advertising revenue model. Politicians are certainly embracing the technology. Candidates see their “friends” as voters and the ease of soliciting more votes through friend networks is building a political battleground presently. In last fall’s by-election many of the candidates used their web presences to encourage us to “follow” them on Facebook, Twitter, etc. The same is occurring right now with all provincial Liberal leadership candidates madly updating their Facebook status several times a day. YouTube videos following their every move and teaching us how to bake shortbread have become the norm. With one and possibly three elections coming up this year, it will be interesting to see how our local candidates and parties present themselves to us in the online world.

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Peaceful sleep is a thing of the past after a hectic few days of Christmas festivities. From 11:37 until 11:53 p.m., five arrivals annoyed me. One at its peak registered 68 dB, another 63 dB and the others mid to high 50s dB. When the noise is immediately over one’s sleeping area, it is infuriating. A peaceful seven hours of sleep is a thing of the past. Has YVR moved arrivals that used to go over Boundary Bay (and unfortunately closer to

South Surrey) and placed them over Tsawwassen? Residents from Ladner who seem to think residents of Tsawwassen do not experience aircraft noise are mistaken. Many of us suffer and complain regularly. Unless more people elect to let YVR know their feelings, aircraft noise will only get worse. It will be interesting to see what conclusions the upcoming aircraft noise study will produce. I agree with Jacqui

Plane noise dwarfed by neighbourhood din

Editor: I am amazed at the number of individuals who write to the Optimist complaining about aircraft noise over South Delta. I live in Tsawwassen and spend quite a lot of time in my office. On a normal day I am very aware of barking dogs that have been left cooped up all day while

their owners are working, garden services with their leaf blowers that operate at 70 to 75 dB, tree chippers (115 dB), lawn mowers (92 dB), emergency sirens (64 to 94 dB, depending on distance) and daily construction site equipment noise. There aren’t many airplanes flying over Ladner and Tsawwassen that come

close to these noise levels. There is certainly a lot more noise pollution at ground level than at 7,000 to 10,00 feet. We should consider ourselves lucky we have controlled airspace and are not subject to some of the aircraft noise levels in and around the Richmond area. D.M. Grant

Ladnerite not disturbed at all by sounds of aircraft

Leadership candidate promises are really confessions of measures that should have been taken long ago Editor: Just finished reading all the collective promises spewed by the Liberal candidates: shrink government, investigation into B.C. Rail sale, judicial review of the $6 million Basi/Virk settlement, HST referendum, carbon tax referendum, full expenses disclosure of MLAs, overhaul of the decayed justice system,

more transparent government, blah, blah, blah. From my perspective, these aren’t election platforms, they’re confessions: the leadership candidates are inadvertently acknowledging these are things that should have been done in the first place. Humbug to the lot of them. Rusty Monger

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Notice of Land Use Contract Discharge DELTA LAND USE CONTRACT DISCHARGE BYLAW NO. 6912 (File LU005975) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the Council Meeting to be held on MONDAY, JANUARY 17, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at the Municipal Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C., the Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will consider third reading and ﬁnal adoption of Delta Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 6912, which relates to the properties listed below. The purpose of this bylaw is to authorize Council to discharge the land use contracts from the subject properties in the list below to reveal the underlying RS1 Single Family Residential Zone, in order that the owners of the properties be allowed to apply for a tree cutting permit to remove a tree located on their properties. Address 933 50B Street 955 50B Street 4588 53 Street 11715 64 Avenue 11725 64 Avenue 11772 64 Avenue 11946 77A Avenue 11755 81 Avenue 11247 83 Avenue 11902 86 Avenue 11704 91 Avenue 7854 108B Street 7981 117 Street 1253 Beach Grove Road 5221 Chamberlayne Avenue 5415 Chamberlayne Avenue 10974 Collings Place 8971 Collings Way 503 Connaught Drive 96 Diefenbaker Wynd 10613 Dunlop Road 5621 Goldenrod Crescent 5735 Greenland Drive 11648 Hyland Drive 11728 Hyland Drive 11309 Lyon Road 1306 Morris Cresent 7143 Nicolson Road 11210 Paterson Road 11138 Prospect Drive 11858 Redwood Place 6272 Rosewood Drive 11123 Scarborough Drive 11287 Sussex Place 24 Sherwood Place 7623 Sutton Place 6656 Wade Road

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Pursuant to Section 890(4) of the Local Government Act and Council’s resolution on December 6, 2010, there will not be a Public Hearing for this bylaw.

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In my opinion, to install a noise monitoring station in Ladner is a waste of money and better spent elsewhere. What’s next? Noise control/mufflers on emergency response vehicle sirens? We are very fortunate to live here considering other parts of the world are at war and their “noise level” and

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Editor: Re: Continual air traffic disturbs Ladner, letter to the editor, Dec. 24 I live in Ladner too and my family and I are not disturbed by the aircraft noise. Do these same people that complain travel by “air” when they go on vacation?

MacGillivray, who stated in her letter of Dec. 22 that there is more than aircraft noise in the neighbourhood. However, people aren’t outside running lawnmowers and leaf blowers between 11 p.m. and midnight every day, are they? Jean Wightman Member of AANOID (Against Aircraft Noise in Delta)

AND TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the bylaw and other relevant information and regulations may be inspected at the ofﬁce of the Community Planning and Development Department, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C., (604-9463380) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. and Thursday between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. from January 7, 2011 to January 17, 2011 exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays. Staff Contact: Web Page Location:

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Editor: Re: Bay resident says planes not over water when flying through Delta, letter to the editor, Dec. 22 I am troubled every evening by arrivals to YVR between 11 p.m. and midnight, and the daily B734 departure at 6:40 a.m. wakes me up. I not only hear the aircraft, but I see them. It is not my imagination. Last night, for example, I was trying to get to sleep

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a time to die.” Ecclesiastes 3:1ff News of the terminal illness and the untimely death of this young wife and mother gave me pause. They are reminders of our frailty and vulnerability. Terminal illness and death can visit us at any time, at any age and can potentially render us hopeless. Yet, I believe, that with Christ there is always hope — even in the shadow of death. As the apostle Paul wrote: “...the Lord himself will come down from heaven ... and the dead in Christ will rise first ... Therefore, comfort one another with these words.” 1 Thess. 4:16ff Whatever this new year may have in store for you, may this be the hope and comfort that will carry you through, especially when faced with difficult and discomforting times.

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We’ve just entered a new year. For myself, it was a bit of a strange year-end and beginning. Just prior to Christmas, I learned of the terminal illness of a younger colleague of mine who is a pastor in the Langley area. At almost the same time I learned of the death of a beloved former member of my congregation. Just after entering the new year I received a phone call from a friend in Victoria announcing that a niece of his had died in her sleep. She was 38 and mother of two young children. I know her family and the family of her husband well. Admittedly, these announcements shook me up. Upon personal reflection, I couldn’t help but think of these words: “There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under heaven: a time to be born and

4594 – 54A Street, Ladner, B.C. Call: 604-946-7033 Email: ladnercrc@telus.net Web: www.ladnercrc.org Pastor: Henry Jonker Youth Pastor: Jed Schoepp

On Monday, January 24, 2011, as part of the ongoing South Fraser Perimeter Road Project, the 72nd Street Tunnel (agricultural tunnel) under Highway 99 will be permanently closed. Traffic along Burns Drive and Highway 99 will be unaffected. For the latest in highway traffic conditions, visit www.DriveBC.ca. For more information about the South Fraser Perimeter Road Project, call 604-775-0471, email info@gatewayprogram.bc.ca or visit the project website at www.gatewayprogram.bc.ca

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The Lions Club is hosting Christmas tree chipping events throughout Delta this weekend. Residents can take their tree to any of the three locations — Memorial Park in Ladner, South Delta Recreation Centre in Tsawwassen or Sungod Recreation Centre in North Delta — to have it chipped for a small donation. The mulch will then be used for building trails and other horticultural and agricultural purposes in the community. In Ladner and Tsawwassen, the chipping runs from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. today and tomorrow. Trees can also be taken to the Vancouver Landfill for composting.

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Kids can “pay down” their overdue fines at Fraser Valley Regional Library branches by reading between Jan. 4 and Feb. 28. Pick up a free Read Away Fines Reading Record from any of FVRL’s 24 libraries, including those in Ladner and Tsawwassen, and each day a child reads between now and the end of February will earn a $1 credit, to a maximum of $55, toward paying down overdue fines. “The 2011 Read Away Fines program for children is a celebration of FVRL’s elimination of overdue fines on children’s material borrowed on children’s cards,” said Rita Penco, director of client services at FVRL. “Reading is an essential skill for every child. Children now have free access to library materials without worrying about the threat of overdue fines. This program gives children who may have stopped using the library because of pre-existing fines, the chance to get rid of their old fines in a fun way while rediscovering FVRL.” In addition to the removal of overdue fines on children’s materials borrowed on children’s cards, FVRL has made changes to its entire fine structure. In an effort to encourage on time return of high demand materials and to improve accessibility of library resources, FVRL has adopted a new fines structure that brings it in line with other library systems in the Lower Mainland. Late charges on adult books, magazines and CD books are now 35 cents/ item/day. Late charges on

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features co-ordinator: Dave Willis

604-946-4451

email: dwillis@delta-optimist.com

....in South Delta

Walk this way

Nordic walking clinic gets started next week BY

DAVE WILLIS

dwillis@delta-optimist.com

ouise Peters wants to get the word out about the Sun Run 2011 InTraining Nordic Walking Clinic in Ladner. “We go from pretty much zero to 10 kilometres over the course of 13 weeks,” says Peters, Ladner’s Sun Run Nordic walking clinic leader. “I think we go over 10 kilometres at least once so they have an idea of what it’s going to feel like [during the actual event].” The clinic gets started on Sunday, Jan. 16 at 8:30 a.m. and runs on Sunday mornings leading up to the Sun Run on April 17. The Sun Run is a 10-kilometre event in Vancouver. Nordic walking, which is basically walking with poles, is increasing in popularity, says Peters. “I think once people hear about and try it, they really like it.” Peters says there can be a bit of a adjustment period for beginners just getting used to not feeling silly walking with poles. “I know my kids keep bugging me all the time, saying they wouldn’t do it,” she says. “But there’s more people coming out doing it now.” This will be her second year leading the Ladner Nordic walking clinic. It takes place at the Ladner Community Centre. “I had some people sign up for the walking clinic last year, a couple weeks after they had all come into my clinic, once they tried the poles, they liked how they felt and were comfortable with them,” she says. “It’s just walking to a new level.” Nordic walking can provide a good workout as well, she says. “I really like it as a cross-training workout. I’m a runner. I like doing this on my off-days. It increases your upper body strength and [improves] posture.” There can also be a social aspect to Nordic walking as well. “It’s also a good socializing exercise. You can be walking and chatting with somebody but you’re not getting sweaty and breathless, unless you’re going really hard, but you don’t have to go hard to get a good workout.” The clinic won’t be at “a crazy pace or anything. We walk and talk and carry each other along.” Peters stumbled across Nordic walking while she was looking for different workout options. She gave it a shot and got hooked. “When I tried it, I thought, ‘This is really fun, I like this.’” According to Wikipedia, “Nordic walking is defined as fitness walking with specially designed poles. It evolved from an off-season ski-training activity known as ski walking, hill bounding or ski striding to become a way of exercising year-round.” To sign up for the Ladner Nordic walking clinic, call 604-952-3000. The cost to join is $139. Everyone joining the clinic receives an InTraining long sleeve technical T-shirt, a logbook and entry into the Sun Run (which includes a souvenir T-shirt). Poles can be bought through Peters for $80. For more information, e-mail her at urbantrekking2010@gmail.com. • A Sun Run training clinic is also being offered in Tsawwassen at the South Delta Recreation Centre. It runs Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and begins on Thursday, Jan. 20. It’s also 13 sessions.

PHOTO BY CHUNG CHOW

Louise Peters is leading the Ladner Sun Run 2011 InTraining Nordic Walking Clinic for the second year in a row. The clinic starts next Sunday and runs every Sunday morning until the 10-kilometre Sun Run, which is set for April 17.

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Junior Tennis Academy @ the DELTA TOWN & COUNTRY INN

The Town & Country Tennis Club's main goal is to enhance each of our students' tennis skills and love for the game, in a fun and positive learning environment. Our teaching methods emphasize the development of basic tennis fundamentals by experienced professionals.

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The Watoto Children’s Choir will bring its message of hope to South Delta Baptist Church later this month.

STAGE 1 6-9 YRS BEGINNER Tuesday 3:30pm - 4:30pm

STAGE 1 10-15 YRS BEGINNER Tuesday and/or Thursday 4:30pm - 5:30pm

STAGE 2 10-15 YRS INTERMEDIATE Thursday 5:30pm - 7:00pm Visit our website @ www.deltainn.com or contact us by phone @ 604-940-7475

African children’s choir stops in Tsa.

BEGINNER LEVEL - SUNDAY 3-4PM

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plus HST - 6 week session

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HIGH-INTERMEDIATE LEVEL — SUNDAY 5:30-7PM

plus HST - 6 week session

Starts January 23rd Register TODAY! Call 604-940-7475

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Through inspirational songs and compelling stories, the Watoto Children’s Choir is spreading a message of hope for Africa’s children. The choir will visit the South Delta Baptist Church on Sunday, Jan. 16 at 10:30 a.m. as part of its crossCanada tour. Concerts of Hope are free, family-friendly events featuring African rhythms

SCHOOL

ADDRESS

LOCATION

PHONE

DATE

TIME

Annieville

9240 - 112 St.

North Delta

604-588-1204

Tues. Feb. 22

1:00-2:00pm

Beach Grove

5955 - 17A Ave.

Tsawwassen

604-943-0108

Please contact school

Brooke

8718 Delwood Dr.

North Delta

604-583-6668

Wed. Feb. 16

9:15am

Chalmers

11315 - 75 Ave.

North Delta

604-594-5437

Tues. Feb. 8

10:00-11:30am

Cliff Drive

5025 - 12 Ave.

Tsawwassen

604-943-2244

Wed. Jan. 12

3:15-4:30pm

Cougar Canyon

11664 Lyon Rd.

North Delta

604-591-8676

Tues. Feb. 8

9:30am

Devon Gardens

8884 Russell Dr.

North Delta

604-581-6185

Wed. Feb. 2

2:00-3:00pm

English Bluff

402 English Bluff Rd. Tsawwassen

604-943-0201

Thurs. Feb. 10

10:00am

Gibson

11451 - 90 Ave.

North Delta

604-594-7588

Fri. Feb. 4

1:00-2:30pm

Gray

10855 - 80 Ave.

North Delta

604-594-2474

Thurs. Feb. 3

9:15am

Hawthorne

5160 Central Ave.

Ladner

604-946-7601

Thurs. Feb. 24

1:30-2:30pm

Heath

11364 - 72 Ave.

North Delta

604-596-1508

Thurs. Feb. 24

TBA

Hellings

11655 - 86 Ave.

North Delta

604-596-1701

Tues. Jan. 25

10:45-11:45am

Holly

4625 - 62 St.

Ladner

604-946-0218

Thurs. Jan. 20

6:45pm

Jarvis

7670 - 118 St.

North Delta

604-594-3484

Thurs. Feb. 3

TBA

Ladner

5016 - 44 Ave.

Ladner

604-946-4158

Mon. Apr. 11

1:15-2:45 am

McCloskey

11531 - 80 Ave.

North Delta

604-596-9554

Please contact school

Neilson Grove

5500 Admiral Blvd.

Ladner

604-940-4468

Thurs. Mar. 3

1:30pm

Pebble Hill

Tsawwassen

604-943-0228

Tues. Feb. 1

3:15-4:15pm

Pinewood

11777 Pinewood Dr.

North Delta

604-590-3357

Thurs. Feb. 10

1:30pm

Port Guichon

4381 - 46A St.

Ladner

604-946-0321

Tues. Feb. 22

5:00-6:00pm

Richardson

11339 - 83 Ave.

North Delta

604-596-7481

Please contact school

South Park

735 Gilchrist Dr.

Tsawwassen

604-943-1105

Thurs. Jan 13

9:30am

Sunshine Hills

11285 Bond Blvd.

North Delta

604-594-8491

Wed. Mar. 9

1:30pm

and harmonies, which are accented by brilliant costumes and inspirational stories from the children of Watoto Children’s Villages in Uganda, East Africa. Audience members will be moved by the music and captivated by the energy of these talented Ugandan children. Watoto was established in 1994 as a compassionate response to the critical AIDS crisis

in Uganda. Today, Watoto is impacting the lives of more than 2,000 children who have been orphaned and abandoned as a result of the AIDS epidemic, civil strife, extreme poverty or other catastrophic events by providing for their physical, emotional, educational and spiritual needs. The goal of Watoto is to give these children hope, purpose, dignity and meaning.

Delta School District is Calling all parents of 3 year olds!

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Your local elementary school is planning an event for families of preschoolers. This is part of the Ready, Set, Learn initiative sponsored by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Children and Family Development. Come and make connections with your school and meet some of the teachers, students and parents. All parents and their preschoolers are welcome to attend this informal event. You will receive a package of material and an age-appropriate book for your 3 year old. Please check the dates and times below of the next Ready, Set, Learn event at your local school or call your local school for more details and con!rm o r at tendance Help your child’s entry into school be successful by participating in this event. 01075908

Adult Winter Tennis Lessons

2011

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Tsa. Legion next stop on poker tour

Tsawwassen Royal Canadian Legion is one of the newest locations of Big Slick Poker Tour. The local legion joins existing locations in

Alberta, B.C. and Ontario, as part of the free poker phenomenon. No limit Texas Hold’em is hugely popular in Canada and the Big Slick Poker

Tour attracts players of all ages. Players at each location compete for points and bragging rights each week in the search for the next poker pro. Big Slick Poker

Tour is completely free to players and has quickly established itself as one of the most successful amateur poker tours in Canada. The tour allows players

to get the feel of a real live poker tournament without risking any money. Tsawwassen Legion invites poker players from the area to join the game

for a fun and friendly experience. The tour runs every Tuesday. Registration starts at 6:30 p.m. and the cards fly at 7 p.m.

WANT TO RECYCLE YOUR UNWANTED ELECTRONICS? Here’s where you can recycle them safely and free of charge in Ladner:

Ladner Bottle Depot 4930 Elliott Street, Ladner (604) 946-0309

WHAT IS THE ELECTRONICS STEWARDSHIP ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA (ESABC) PROGRAM? ESABC is a not-for-profit extended producer responsibility program set up by the producers and retailers of electronics in British Columbia to provide a province wide recycling system for unwanted electronics.

ISN’T IT IMPORTANT TO REUSE BEFORE RECYCLING? While the program is designed to manage unwanted electronic products that have exhausted their reuse potential, we strongly encourage users to first reuse their products. If you choose to donate to a charity, make sure you have backed up your data and wiped your drives clean prior to donation.

WHAT ARE THE ACCEPTABLE ELECTRONIC ITEMS INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM?

HOW ARE ELECTRONICS RECYCLED?

Effective July 1, 2010, the following items can be recycled free of charge at any Encorp Return-It Electronics™ Collection Site: display devices, desktop computers, portable computers, computer peripherals, computer scanners, printers and fax machines, non-cellular phones and answering machines, vehicle audio and video systems (aftermarket), home audio and video systems, and personal or portable audio and video systems.

Electronics collected for recycling are sent to approved primary recyclers in North America. They are broken down using various manual and mechanical processes. Products are separated into their individual components for recovery. Through a variety of refining and smelting processes, the materials reclaimed from unwanted electronics are used as raw materials in the manufacturing of new products.

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Bilingual concert set for Genesis Theatre Bilingual children’s musician Will Stroet, a two-time Western Canadian Music Award nominee, will be performing a pair concerts with his Backyard Band in Delta later this month. Stroet will be at the Delta Church in North Delta on Saturday, Jan. 15 and at Genesis Theatre in Ladner on Sunday, Jan. 16. Both shows run from 1 to 2 p.m. Tickets are only $3 per person. The concerts are sponsored by the Canadian Parents for French-Delta Chapter and the Delta school district.

Stroet is excited for his first two public concerts of 2011 in Delta following a successful 2010 that saw him perform more than 200 shows in Canada. Stroet will sing songs from his newly released album, Walk ‘n’ Roll, and previous English and French albums, two of which have been nominated for Best Children’s Recording and Best Francophone Recording by the Western Canadian Music Awards. “We’re very excited to have Will Stroet perform these two bilingual concerts for families,” says Christine Carriou,

Sponsored by: DELTA SCHOOL DISTRICT & CANADIAN PARENTS FOR FRENCH

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Will Stroet, a two-time Western Canadian Music Award nominee, connects with kids through highenergy, interactive and educational music in English and French. From folk to rock to pop inspired tunes about active living, sports, animals and the environment, Will’s guitar-driven music appeals to kids of all ages. SUBMITTED PHOTO

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modern languages co-ordinator for the school district. “We’re offering something new this year to help promote French language-learning in a fun setting. And Will’s music is fresh, interactive and fun while still being educational. He has great appeal for both kids and adults.” As a former French immersion music teacher in Vancouver, Stroet easily connects with kids and sings about themes such as reading, walking and bike safety, sports, vegetables, animals and personal hygiene. While the topics may seem typical of kids’ music, the songwriting is clever and refreshing with lively arrangements, appealing harmonies and even some face-melting guitar. “Most kids today have a more sophisticated taste in music than they are given credit for,” says Stroet, “so I use interesting rhythms, rhymes and wordplay in my songwriting to connect with kids and their parents. I try to write unique songs that deliver an educational message in a fun way.” Stroet’s CDs are also popular teaching aids for French immersion and core French teachers. He leads workshops for teachers about how to make learning French more fun through music in the classroom. The school district and Canadian Parents for FrenchDelta Chapter are encouraging families to buy tickets in advance. Tickets are only $3 each and are available at Ecole Ladner, Ecole Cliff Drive, Ecole Richardson, Ecole Chalmers, McFrugals Discount Outlet (Tsawwassen) and Esquires Coffee House (North Delta). Tickets may also be reserved at the door by calling 604-952-5066 or 604-9525058.

Sunday, January 16, 2011 1:00-2:00 pm GENESIS THEATRE DELTA SECONDARY SCHOOL 5005 - 45th Avenue, Ladner

Tickets available at the following schools from 9:30am-Noon & 1:00-4:00pm. or Call Barb Pashak at 604-952-5058 to reseve tickets at the door. École Ladner Elementary 5016 - 44th Avenue, Ladner Ph: 604-946-4158

École Cliff Drive Elementary 5025 - 12th Avenue, Tsawwassen Ph: 604-943-2244

École Richardson Elementary 11339-83 Avenue, North Delta Ph: 604-596-7481

École Chalmers Elementary 11315 - 75th Avenue, North Delta Ph: 604-594-5437

EARLY & LATE FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAMS

INFORMATION MEETINGS FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR Are you looking for opportunities for your child? FRENCH IMMERSION ... an Option w w w w

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YOU ARE INVITED TO A PARENT INFORMATION MEETING TO BECOME INFORMED ABOUT THE EARLY & LATE FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAMS IN DELTA. EARLY FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAM (for children entering Kindergarten) Application Deadline: Friday, February 4, 2011 at 4:00pm LADNER AREA: TSAWWASSEN AREA: NORTH DELTA AREA:

Date: Time: Ph: Location:

Tuesday, January 18, 2011 6:30 p.m. 604-596-7481 École Richardson Elem. 11339 - 83rd Avenue, North Delta

Date: Time: Ph: Location:

Thursday, January 27, 2011 6:30 p.m. 604-943-1105 École South Park Elem. 735 Gilchrist Drive, Tsawwassen

Date: Time: Ph: Location:

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~ New Business ~ Please check website for dates and rates in 2011 ~ Meet at Ferry Rd. & Admiral Way by Captain’s Cove in Ladner ~ Get Outside ~ Get Active ~ Get Fit ~ All you need are some light weights

Tuesday, January 25, 2011 6:30 p.m. 604-946-4158 École Ladner Elem. 5016 - 44th Avenue, Ladner

LATE FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAM (for children entering grade 6) Application Deadline: Friday, February 25, 2011 at 4:00pm NORTH DELTA AREA: SOUTH DELTA AREA: Time: 6:30 p.m.

Date: Thursday, Febuary 3, 2011 Ph: 604-943-2244 Location: Cliff Drive Elem. 5025 - 12th Avenue, South Delta

Time: 6:30 p.m.

For more information call CHRISTINE CARRIOU - 604-952-5066 or go to http://web.delta.bc.ca/programs/frimm

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Date: Wednesday, February 2, 2011 Ph: 604-594-5437 Location: Chalmers Elem. 11315 - 75th Avenue, North Delta

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Bilingual children’s entertainer Will Stroet will perform in Ladner next Sunday.

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HEALTH & FITNESS GUIDE

Don’t let winter stop you from exercising Embrace snow or take refuge inside Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is the administration of medical oxygen at greater than atmospheric pressure to improve or correct a variety of conditions. Conditions that respond to hyperbaric oxygen therapy include: • • • • • • • • • • •

Autism Brain Injury Cancer Cerebral Palsy Chronic Fatigue & Pain Relief Lyme Disease Arthritis Migraines Multiple Sclerosis Non-Healing Wounds Parkinson’s Disease

• Pre & Post Surgery • Sports Injuries • Immune System Disorders • Stroke Recovery • Many other Conditions

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A walk in the snow is wonderful exercise. That snowy sidewalk has to be cleared anyway, so why not turn shovelling into an impromptu workout? Shovelling snow requires as much energy (read: burns as many calories) as running at 15 km/h. A fullyloaded shovel can weigh up to 25 pounds. But you can minimize the strain on your muscles and joints and still get a great work out by taking your time and stretching beforehand. Walk the dog. Borrow one if necessary. Or make a walking/chatting date with

a friend and reward yourselves with coffee or tea afterward. Discover exercise DVDs. Borrow some beginner’s exercise DVDs from the library (tai chi, stretching and low-impact aerobics are all great options that don’t require lots of gear). When you find one that suits you, invest in your own copy. Sign up for swimming, dancing or tai chi. Many community centres and pools offer low-cost lessons and classes. Some gyms and dance studios also offer seasonal discounts. Clean your house. Vacuum vigorously. Wash windows and walls. Scrub floors. Clean closets. Conquer dirt and clutter — and work up a sweat. The reward of the workout will be reaped by enjoying a sparkling home. Speak to your doctor before you start a vigorous activity to ensure it’s suitable for you. To learn more about managing arthritis, visit www.arthritis.ca. www.newscanada.com

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Whether ice and snow make your eyes sparkle or walking in a winter wonderland leaves you cold, with a little imagination you can stay active when the mercury plummets. Research shows that properly designed activities can decrease your arthritis pain, increase your flexibility and overall fitness, and do wonders for your state of mind. The Arthritis Society offers the following tips: Take to the trails. Consider taking a lesson in cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. Both activities have a low impact on your knees, yet work the whole body and can burn an incredible 480 calories per hour even at a relatively relaxed pace. Many winter resorts, ski clubs and provincial parks offer equipment rentals as well as instructions. Play in the snow. Build a snowman or a snow-fort, or make snow angels. Or challenge the neighbours to a game of snow-pitch. Don’t forget your shovel.

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Expanded Party a hit once again The door has closed on the seventh edition of South Delta Minor Hockey Association’s annual Party in da House Tournament. As usual the Party didn’t disappoint. The event was expanded from four to six days due to the South Delta recreation centre being converted for the Winter Wonderland holiday skate. However the added length didn’t seem to deter the enthusiastic athletes and fans. The arena was packed for most games and the players stepped up their performances with many bringing their “A” games. In total, 44 games were played with 12 going to a shootout to determine a winner. The tournament not only generated great hockey action from the 400 athletes but also featured a spectacular raffle with over 80 prizes to be won — many of which were donated by the local business community. Once again teams also stepped up for the “Hockey for Hunger” Delta Food Bank challenge. The Midget Sixers, coached by Steve Sim and Ian Berry won a team party at the Boot and Sombreo restaurant in Ladner by bringing in the most amount of food by weight. The real winner was the Delta Food Bank with nearly 1,600 pounds of food donated — an awesome response by all the tournament participants. The Party in da House also raised $500 for Canuck Place — B.C.’s hospice for terminally ill children. “The kids get so much given to them by playing in this tournament,” noted organizer Theresa Watts. “They all get at least three games of hockey, a skills competition, plus they walk away with loot from the tournament, much of which was provided by Firstar Performance Wear. “The Hockey for Hunger challenge and the Canuck Place Challenge are both great ways for our athletes to learn how to give back to a community that gives them so much.” Watts thanked the community of South Delta for its enthusiastic support and is already looking forward to the eighth edition of the Party in da House.

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There was plenty of excitement and generousity at South Delta Minor Hockey’s seventh annual Party in da House Tournament. (Above) South Delta #2 goalie Connor Sudbury turns away this third period penalty shot attempt during the Midget Division championship game. (Left) Members of the South Delta Pee Wee Dynamite helped with fund raising for Canuck Place. The tournament collected $500 for the children’s hospice.

Hitmen win Bantam title by prevailing in shootout The Party in da House Tournament was a lot of fun for the South Delta Hitmen. Between the skills competition and the games, there was always something to keep the Bantam team busy. Up against very skilled South Delta rivals, the Hitmen went 1-2 — losing both games in overtime. It was still good enough to put them through to the gold medal game against the Sting. The Hitmen came across an exceptional goalie in Jacob Tersigni who stopped 45 of 46 shots. With the score tied 1-1 after regulation time, it went to a shootout. Mark Jesty, who scored in regulation for

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the Hitmen, also converted his shootout attempt. Hitmen goalie Kurtis Thompson stopped both Sting shooters and Connor Barr netted the winner to end the drama. It was an incredible game, tournament and memories for the players. The Hitmen roster also includes: Jesse Bates, Ethan Beaulieu, Mathew Berends, Eric Goodman, Tim MacDonald-Bain, Kieran Tan, Cody Tunstall, Austin Vantol, Matteus Yep, Sebastian Yep and Jack Yingling. Missing for the tournament were: G. Brown. A. Hassakan and J. Rudnik. The coaches are Jack Bates, Bernie Berends, Tom Yingling and Gus Yep.

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South Delta #2 edge rivals to win Party Midget crown

Introducing

The Midget division championship game more than lived up to its billing at the Party in da House Tournament. The event’s favourites — South Delta #2 and South Delta #1 — squared off in what proved to be a classic with SD#2 finally prevailing in a shootout. The game opened up with a nice goal from SD1 sniper Brandon Brenneis, only to have Luke Smith answer on a nice deflection in the dying seconds of the opening period. The middle stanza featured more excellent hockey in front of a large and boisterous crowd. Richard Hudie gave SD1 the lead and SD2 replied when Chris McCluskie took a brilliant pass from Luke Smith and sniped a shot over goalie Connor Sudbury. SD2 then took a 3-2 lead into the final period thanks to Dallas Chreptyk finishing off a terrific rush by Adam Enns. SD2 was awarded the tournament sportsmanship award but got into penalty trouble in the third period. A five-minute major penalty was being effectively killed off until an errant

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South Delta #2 were all smiles after their dramatic shootout win. pass ended up on the stick of Mitchell Marentette who notched the tying goal with less than seven minutes left. Another penalty gave SD1 a two-man advantage, however, tremendous penalty killing by Enns, Trevor Gibson, Connor Smith, Chreptyk, Tanner Taylor, Paul Thompson and McCluskie kept the score tied at 3-3. The shootout saw SD2 goalie Connor Ewert turn away both SD1 attempts while Luke Smith and Gibson, the game’s MVP, convert their shots to end the evening’s drama. “What a tremendous game by both teams!” said SD2 coach Jeff Enns. “Congratulations to Lee Anderson and his team for

competing well and playing a hard-fought game.” The road to the final included SD2 getting a late goal from Carson Grabowski to salvage a tie with the Bearcats. SD2 iced just nine players for the game. The same teams met in the semi-finals with SD2 skating to a 5-2 win. The SD2 roster also includes: Ryan Standerwick, Brendan Mah and Brett Sandhu. Missing was Peter Sandelands while Brandon Sandness was injured. The coaching staff also includes: Brad Mah and Kyle Enns. The team also thanks the efforts of Theresa Watts and crew for a well-run tournament.

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February thru April 2011

South Delta Chiefs celebrate winning the Party in da House Pee Wee Division title after a hardfought 4-2 win over the Raiders in the championship game.

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Chiefs win Pee Wee title

The South Delta Chiefs have seen plenty of tough competition this season playing at the tier one level but none tougher than battling their own friends on home ice at the Party in da House Tournament. Every game was a hard fought affair and several ended in a shootout. The Chiefs overcame an opening game loss to roar back and win the tournament. They ran into a hot goaltender in their first game against Mike Froehler’s Raiders as Cole Hendy was superb in handing the Chiefs a 3-1 loss. The locals rebounded to win their next three games and earn a rematch with the Raiders in Sunday’s gold medal final. The Chiefs’ blueline — Wes Hacklander, Liam Swayze, Taylor Goundrey and Dylan Skujins —put up a wall that limited the

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Raiders opportunities in the attacking zone. When they did get through, they had goaltender Nicholas Worsnop to deal with. There were also plenty of offensive opportunities generated by Nolan McLeod, Mathew Lowe, Braedyn Wey, Jack McMillan, Max Walker, Iver Jackson and Joshua Vaughan. The Chiefs fought their way back from being down for the better part of two periods and would eventually prevail 4-2. Vaughan netted the game winner, while Jackson Skujins and Mathew Thompson also scored. The players, team staff and families are proud to have the opportunity to represent South Delta in the upcoming Delta Cup. The team thanks Theresa Watts and all of the volunteers that make this tournament the success that it is.

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South Delta Ice Army rebounded from an 0-2 start to capture the Atom division at the Party in da House Tournament. The Ice Army were now matched-up with the first place Wolves to open the playoffs, with the winner going directly to the finals. Sillett was back between the pipes and his teammates continued to build on their solid play — producing a win to advance to the championship game against the Blades. Both teams played hard, showed great skill and sportsmanship. The Ice Army had learned from their second place finish earlier in the season at Seafair and were determined to play their best and be successful. The Ice Army congratulate the other five South

Delta teams on an excellent tournament and tournament director Theresa Watts and her committee of volunteers for a great job. Lastly, head coach Cameron Bancroft praised his team for its hard work, great skill and sportsmanship. “They have made their coaches and parents extremely proud,” he said. The team also includes: Max Cantlon, Richard Bailey, Jack Nielson, Josh Holt, Rowan Childs, Dominic Dawydiuk-Clozza, Will Bancroft, Alex Golab, Jake Cantlon, Joshua Ogilvie, Benjamin Knauer and Arjun Mangat.

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The Ice Army saved their best for last to capture the Atom Division title at the Party in da House Tournament. After dropping two games in robin-round play, the Ice Army hit their stride for the playoffs, winning both games to take home the gold medal. The locals entered the event having enjoyed a respectable regular season and a great run at the Seafair Icebreaker Tournament. Hopes were high they could compete well with their fellow South Delta teams. They produced a 4-1 first period lead in their opening game against the Wolves but were outplayed in the final two periods and surrendered the game winner with just 56 seconds remaining. Regular goaltender Connor Sillett was ill and unable to start the second game against the Thunderdogs. Defenceman Jakob Wyne courageously stepped up to fill the void, having not played a game in net all year. He did a terrific job despite his team losing a hard-fought battle in a shootout.

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CAHAN MICHAEL H. 1937 - 2010 Suddenly, early christmas day, Michael passed away after a long struggle with C.O.P.D./ emphysema. He will be greatly missed by his wife Jo Ann, sons Conor (Mary), Joe (Nadine), and grandchildren Caelan, Quinn and Kate. Predeceased by son Kelly. Michael worked in labour relations at Mcmillan & Bloedel 1955 - 1969 and the B.C.M.E.A. from 1969 - 1999. He was a good man. 'No Memorial service. No flowers please.'

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CARRICK, Alice 'Elaine'

Sept. 6, 1930 - Dec. 23, 2010 It is with extreme sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Elaine on December 23, 2010. She is survived by her husband Bruce of 58 years, her children Laural, Bruce (Tina), Doug (Sherry), Carol, her grandchildren Paul, Dylan and Caitlin and her beloved cat Tia. She loved gardening, reading and camping trips in their motorhome. No funeral by request. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Diabetes Society.

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Ronald Stewart

With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Ronald Stewart, at the age of seventy-nine years in Delta, British Columbia on December 26th, 2010. He has gone to join his beloved wife Joanne, his parents, James and Sarah, and the great friends who went before him. Ron was born in Victoria, BC with his twin brother Gerald (Gerry) on April 13, 1931. Their brother Jack is four years older. The family moved to Kitsilano, and they stayed there until Ron and Gerry finished school in 1949. The boys shared many happy memories, including riding their bikes from Kits to Boundary Bay and Point Roberts, back when there was a ferry instead of the Deas Island Tunnel. At an early age Ron started working for the Canadian Pacific Railway in the office where he flourished, and it was not long before he was promoted to a management position. At the age of twenty-four he served as a North Vancouver Municipal Councilor, and later gave many years on the Board of Directors for the Richmond Savings Credit Union. Ron devoted his talents to real estate marketing, brokerage and development and he was remarkably successful in his many endeavors. Ron was an exceptional business man and an icon of friendship and goodness. Ron will be profoundly missed and cherished for his pervasive, good humour and jokes, and wonderful, grand gestures of love and devotion. Ron was such a remarkable husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Our home was filled with laughter and we enjoyed an incredible life: horses, motorbikes, motor homing, boating, and many family trips to Maui and the Outdoor Resorts in Palm Springs. Dad and Mom even went to China. Dad spent many years coaching our softball teams and also served as the President of the Delta Hockey Association. He was always so stoic, strong and outrageously funny; he was a rock for many, many people. Ron made such a positive difference in this world, and he will never be forgotten by those who loved and respected him. Ron will be forever loved and his memory held dear in the hearts of his wonderful wife Barbara, his son and best friend, Scott (Christy), his loving daughter Linda (John), his special granddaughter, Georgia (Scott and Christy), and Mike (Siggy). He also leaves to mourn his brother, Jack and wife, Verity, (Greg, Laurie, Guy and Blair) and his twin brother, Gerry and wife, Clarice, (Gayle, Glen and Jim), and many other family members and special friends. Barbara gave Ron a renewed reason to live after Joanne lost her battle with cancer; Ron and Barbara enjoyed twelve wonderful years of love and happiness. She was an angel in her loving devotion and care of Ron, and he was a saint to her. Of special joy to Papa was his granddaughter Georgia. She was the love of his life, and he felt blessed to have enjoyed her first ten years. Every day we remember Mom, and now these memories will include Dad too. Ron was the honourary, “Mayor of Pacific Court,” “Skipper,” and “Sherriff of Freeman Lane.” Dad was known for his resounding, “Hullo!” He always made Christmas special and there were years when he dressed as Santa Clause for the neighbourhood kids; of course his sleigh was his boat and trailer and it was pulled by our Ford truck. A highlight of our final, wonderful family Christmas Day was Dad’s customized golf cart with the number “13” and “Sherriff ” proudly emblazoned, from his son, Scott. Now the Sherriff has been transferred and Ron leaves in his place, Scott, and “Deputy Sherriff in Training,” granddaughter Georgia. At Ron’s request there will be no service. Instead there will be a celebration of Ron’s life at the cabin. It will be summer send off for the Skipper, with a party at the Point on Saturday, July 9, 2011 from 2:00 to 5:00. Please email Linda at linda.stewart.ross@gmail.com for details. Expressions of sympathy for the family are also welcome to this address. Those wishing to do so may make a memorial donation in memory of Ron to the Delta Hospital or to a charity of choice. Good people will be remembered as a blessing – Proverb 10:7 Though his smile is gone forever, And his hand we cannot touch, We still have so many memories, Of the one we love so much. His memory is a keepsake, With which we will never part. God has him in his keeping. We have him in our hearts.

Delta Hospital Foundation gratefully acknowledges gifts in memory of: Susan Abraham Dorothy E. Keller Alice M. Allin Wilma Lang Jean Atkinson Arden Leung Carrie Barton Margaret Becker Alice M. Low Dorothy Boyar Dave Neumeyer Warrena Margaret Jean Nottingham Burak Lyn Nugent Hugh & Emma Burr Carl W. Nygren Lola Capstick Kathleen R. Parry David Collier Wayne Power Carole M. Coughlan Pattie Pruss Sean Crawford Dorothy Edgar Dunning Rudston-Brown Gladys Edwards Debbie Sammon Anna V. Shane Ruth Fisher William H. Ettie Foggo Smith Donald James G. Galbraith Stewart Rolf Gerhards John Stewart Phyllis Hanlon Jeremy Brenda Hastings Sunderland George Vera Verrall Hawksworth Mary & Mike Jean C. Vidulich Henwood Donald Watson J. Russ House John B. Robert C. Zellweger Husband

HEATH Jessie Friday, 17 Dec 2010 We are saddened to announce the passing of Jessie Martha Heath (nee: Brandrith) who peacefully went to be with the Lord at the age of 89 on December 17, 2010 at the Williams Lake Senior’s Village. She was predeceased by her husband Leonard Robertson in 1971 and husband Elgin Heath in 2009. Jessie will be dearly missed by her daughter; Joanne (Bert) Bibby, and sons; Lorne (Pat) Robertson and Win (Cindy) Robertson and families. There will be no service at this time. However a “Celebration Of Life” will take place at St. Peter’s Anglican Church on Carson Drive, Williams Lake at 2:00 pm, May 7, 2011 with Rev. Susan Hermanson officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to a charity of your choice. LaPrairie’s Funeral Services entrusted with arrangements. 250-398-9100

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TAYLOR Sherry ‘‘Beth’’

TREEND Ronald Stewart

With overwhelming sadness we announce the passing of Sherry 'Beth' Taylor on December 23, after a courageous battle with Ovarian Cancer. Survived by her daughter Amy (Brandon), grandchildren Jack and Jaylie, mother Dorothy, 6 sisters, 4 brothers-in-law, 15 nieces and nephews, 2 aunts, many cousins and friends. Predeceased by her father and infant sister. Beth’s kind and generous ways brightened the lives of those around her. She was a gentle soul that left us too soon. Our thanks to staff at Delta Hospice and Richmond Hospital Oncology and Palliative Care units. As Beth wished, donations to Delta Hospice would be greatly appreciated. Celebration of Life to be held at Tsawwassen Coast Hotel on January 8 at 1:00 p.m. Beth’s strength and determination were amazing, right to the very end. We will miss you forever Mama Bef.

Passed away quietly at Delta Hospital on December 28, 2010, aged 70 years. He was born in Calgary, Alberta on June 26, 1940 and grew up in Banff, Alberta. He was predeceased by his parents Hank and Bessie and his younger brother Neil. He is survived by his devoted wife Gladys; loving children Ron (Jennifer), Dan (Debbie) and Karen (Jeff); adored grandchildren Daphne, Cory and Tara; niece Roseanne (Weldon); many other nieces and nephews and many friends. Ron was a member of the Royal Canadian Air Force and worked as a radar technician and was President of the Royal Hudson Steam Train Society. He was a member and Past President of the BC Society of Model Engineers and was instrumental in designing and co-ordinating the building of their current site in Burnaby. Ron loved animals, skiing, scuba diving with his sons, parachuting and many other hobbies. Thanks to the staff of Delta View Enrichment Centre, especially Amit and Tracy, for their care and concern over the past six years and to the staff of Delta Hospital. No service by request. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association. Delta Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

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We are Canada's largest Lawn Care Company and we are expanding. Our company has a 40-year proven track record and a unique atmosphere that rewards achievers both intellectually and financially. We are looking for the Lower Mainland's Best Sales Representative. We require great Customer Service, problem solving and communication skills and previous sales experience a definite must. WE OFFER: • $14 - $20 hour average including commission & bonuses • Afternoon & Evening Shift up to 32 hours per week • Automated dialing system for the Inside Sales Positions • Pre-qualified leads for the door-to-door Service Advisors • Great Opportunity to supplement existing income or to start an exciting new career • Door Knockers Alert! Students Welcome to Apply ($9.50 to $12/hour)

DOLLARAMA, Canada’s largest and fastest growing Dollar Store chain has the following opportunities available at our new location .

Manager & Assistant Manager

The ideal candidates will have 2-3 years supervisory experience in a retail environment with demonstrated organization and communication skills. The successful individuals will possess strong leadership and motivational skills. Other responsibilities include inventory control and work in compliance with all company procedures and policies.

Merchandisers

Your primary responsibility will be to un-pack and sort merchandise by department, stock shelves to merchandise plans and maintain a clean and safe workplace. The successful individual must enjoy working in a fast paced environment and be able to handle heavy loads.

EMAIL OR CALL TO ARRANGE AN INTERVIEW!

Cashiers

Full and part-time positions will be available at our new location.

TRUST THE PROFESSIONALS

Interested in joining our team? Please bring your resume to our Job Fair. We look forward to meeting you.

CALL 604-591-5100 FAX 604-591-8660

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

edwardcollins@shaw.ca #11 - 8285 – 132 St., Surrey, BC

To advertise in Employment call 604-630-3300

ANNOUNCEMENTS 1010

Announcements

YOGA

Release Stress as You Exercise & Relax

LONGHOUSE, TSAWWASSEN Classes Held Wednesday Eves

7:00-8:30 pm Starts: Jan. 19, 2011 8 weeks Information/Registration

Sylvia 604-943-2920 CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, Affordable. Our A+ BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT/ TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for your FREE INFORMATION BOOKLET. 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1 866 972 7366) - www.Pardon ServicesCanada.com CRIMINAL RECORD? Canadian pardon seals record. American waiver allows legal entry. Why risk employment, business, travel, licensing, deportation? All CANADIAN / AMERICAN Work & Travel Visa’s. 604-282-6668 or 1-800-347-2540

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Coming Events

175 tables of Bargains on Deluxe 20th Century Junque!

Sunday • JAN 16 • 10am-3pm Croatian Cultural Centre 3250 Commercial Drive, Van. Info: 604 980-3159 • Adm: $4.00

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Lost & Found

FOUND BICYCLE at Hawthorn Field in early December. Call to identify. 604-946-7601 LOST IPHONE with black leather case, Dec 30th, Ladner area. Call 604-948-1243

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Announce your bundle of joy to your community with a photo in the newspaper

BABY ALBUM

___________________________ Baby’s First Name

Ava Eli March zabeth 3, 2 010

Pa Pat & Drents: eb Pap ier

__________________ Father’s First Name

BONUS

All babies will be entered in a draw for a Gift Basket.

___________________________ Baby’s Last Name

❑ ❑

______________________________ Date of Birth - Month & Day

Boy

__________________ Mother’s First Name

_________________________________________ Full Address I wish to pay by cheque ❑ Email photo to: or mail to:

credit card

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Girl

__________________ Family Name __________________ Phone Number

(a sales representative will contact you)

kphipps@postmedia.com “Delta Baby Album 2010” North Shore News, 100-126 E. 15th St., North Vancouver, V7L 2P9

To advertise in the Classifieds call

General Employment

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

CARE FACILIITY

requires ★ CASUAL COOKS

with Journeyman status Institutional experience preferred ★ CASUAL DIETARY AIDES with relevant experience and education ★ CASUAL HOUSEKEEPING AIDES with Building Services Certificate and relevant experience. RESUMES TO: Blenheim Lodge 3263 Blenheim St., Vancouver, BC, V6L 2X7 Fax: 604-732-7316 Email: reception@blenheimlodge.org Previous applicants need not apply.

604-630-3300

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General Employment

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

required for pharmacy in South Delta. Previous pharmacy & medical supplies experience is an asset. Please send resume to harvest@medicinecentre.com

No calls please.

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Health Care

ACCENTUS MEDICAL Transcription Services requires Canadian MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS to work from home. Expertise in Operative Reports and Oncology needed. Health Benefits now available! Please apply online www.accentus.ca/ employment.html

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Home Support

LIVE IN caregiver needed for senior couple, Full time, $8/hr, 40hr/wk, room & board, must speak & write english. 1 year exp. Please contact Mhels Nanny Agency, 4708 Ashbury Place, Ladner, BC, 604-805-2200

COOK NEEDED 30+ hrs per week. Must be available evenings & weekends. Food Safe Certificate required. Fax resumes to Speeds Pub 604-940-8556

DAIRY QUEEN Tsawwassen

★ Now Hiring ★ Full Time / Part Time

Day / Night Staff Dental health benefits Apply in person with resume at 1555 - 56th Street

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Medical/Dental

MEDICAL TRAINEES NEEDED NOW!

Hospitals & Doctors need Medical Admin staff! No Experience? Need Training? Local Training & Job Placement available.

1-888-748-4126

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Trades/Technical

Commercial Transport Mechanic 3+ Years experience as a Journeyman Full Truck Maintenance and Inspections Diagnostic testing experience Contact with resume to jwallace@aerotek.com EOE.

GENERAL LABOURER

LIVE IN caregiver needed for senior lady, Full time, $8/hr, 40hr/ wk, room & board, must speak & write english. 1 year exp. Please contact Karen Megrian, 604-943-1770

DLE IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING resumes for 3rd or 4th year Technicians/ Journeymen, and a motivated counter parts person. Email resumes to: kwiebe@douglaslake.com or Fax: 1-250-782-5286

604-599-4115 or email hr@can-amchains.com

LIVE IN caregiver req’d for Elderly woman. Full time, $8/hr, 40hr/wk, room & board, must speak & write english. 1 year exp. Please contact Mhels Nanny Agency, 4708 Ashbury Place, Ladner, BC, 604-805-2200

GASFITTER / SERVICEMAN Required Immediately. Gasfitter Furnace Serviceman. Fax resume to 250-787-1320 Call: 250-787-1361. This is a full time position ith excellent future for the right person.

Manufacturing firm in Surrey requires general labourer. Shift work. Monday-Friday $13.40/hour to start. Fax resumes with references

FEATURING THE BABIES OF 2010 Submit a colour photo of your baby by January 21st. Payment is $25 + HST. You may pay by cheque or credit card.

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CARETAKER req’d for Gambier Island Christian Camp. Visit: campartaban.com/caretaker.htm

Announcements

Picture Perfect

Located in Tsawwassen, KinVillage supports older adults live life to the fullest by providing a range of health, housing and recreational programs. We are seeking a Director of Housing who will report to the CEO and provide leadership for the delivery and development of housing provided by KinVillage. This includes management of Assisted Living and leadership for building services and tenancy related issues across KinVillage. You must be a self-starter with a passion for customer service and a team player with superior interpersonal skills. A professional level of education in the health services field, supplemented by a Masters in Business or Health Care Administration, a minimum of 2 years experience in Elder care/services, a minimum of 5 years recent related experience in a leadership role, and knowledge of relevant legislative frameworks and industry regulations are required. Please submit applications, stating salary expectations, by January 21, 2011 to: Jan Jorgenson, Executive Assistant- KinVillage at: jjorgenson@kinvillage.org OR FAX 604-943-1542 Thank you for your interest. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Hotel Restaurant

MARKETPLACE 2005

Antiques

ANTIQUE SHOW Sat., Jan. 8th

7:30-9:00 a.m. $10 Early Bird 9am-5pm $1.50 Reg. Admission VENDORS WANTED

Tables: only $3500 703 Terminal Ave., Vancouver Info: 604-685-8843

VANCOUVER FLEA MARKET

2060

For Sale Miscellaneous

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colors Available. Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.ca

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Fuel

Alder • Birch • Maple Dry, Clean Hardwoods

#1 in Sales • 27 yrs in business Full & half cords 7days/week

604-805-6694

FULL YEAR SEASONED Alder, Birch & Maple Firewood, Split & Delivered. 604-825-9264

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Lumber/Building Supplies

#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse or storage building. 6 different colors available! 40 year warranty! FREE shipping for the first 20 callers! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

For Sale - Miscellaneous

★★★ 3 GRAD Dresses For Sale ! ★★★

Hey are you looking for your Grad Dress 2011? Only Worn ONE time. Will sacrifice @ 1/2 price from original price!! ■ Size Small: Blue dress: Paid $140, Asking $75 ■ Size 4: Red dress. Paid $550, Asking $275 ■ Size 6: Black dress: Paid $550. Asking $275 Call or email for photos and info at: 604-880-0288 mandi_babi@hotmail.com. Serious buyers only please!

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Recycler

2 METAL filing cabinets. Legal Size. 4 drawer. Perfect condition. for pick up. call 604-943-6469 USED WASHER/DRYER Working cond. U Pick Up (Tsawassen) 604-943-5817

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Wanted to Buy

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EDUCATION 1403

Career Services/ Job Search

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Career Services/ Job Search

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assistance. Funding Available. 1-866-399-3853 www.iheschool.com

Education

3508 1410

Education

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FOODSAFE Richmond: Jan 9 or 29 Surrey: Every Saturday Also Bby • Coq • M.Ridge • Van • Lgly Health Inspector Instructors! ADVANCE Hospitality Education BC’s #1 Foodsafe Choice

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Feb 2, 6-7:30p.m

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Daycare Centres

★NEVERLAND★ CHILDRENS CENTRE

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 15th @ 10AM Viewing Times: Friday, January 14, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Saturday, January 15, 9:00 am ’til Auction Time

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Cats

FOR FULL DETAILS & PICTURES VISIT: www.lovesauctions.com

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3508

Dogs

2 CHIHUAHUA female, 10 wks shots dewormed, healthy, $500. ready to go! Nick 604-505-2891

AMERICAN COCKER spaniel cuddly, child friendly, 1st shots vet checked,$700 cash 604-823-4393

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Richmond

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COMMERCIAL MORTGAGES BERNESE MOUNTAIN Dog Pups. Available now. $950/each. Call 778-241-5504 (Langley).

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Let me take your application now for a Rate Hold up to 3 - 4 months. Refinance / Consolidate Now. GOLDEN DOODLE Pups great family pets, email pics avail, $750. 250-674-0091

MALTIPOO PUPS - bro and sis born Aug 29/10. All 3 shots+rabies+dewormed/flea tment. White, vet checked healthy $1500 for both + crate, bed, toys etc.. girltalk1960@yahoo.ca PIT BULL Pups. Pb Blue Nose, M & F, ready to go. $600 Pls Leave Message 604-819-6006

POMERANIAN TEACUP babies + Mom. First shots, dewormed, dew claws. $750+. 604-581-2544

6020-12

Ladner/ South Delta

4 BR House for Sale. $1. Purchaser must remove house from property. For info 604-783-6424

6035

Mobile Homes

14X70 - 3 BR new reno Hope,

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FERNRIDGE MOBILE HOME PARK in Brookswood, 2 BR, 12x52 Mobile Home, new flr & stove, sundeck, storage, $39,900. 604-857-1617, 604-530-1610

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Real Estate Services

LIST ON MLS ™ for $399* Homeland Realty Ed Walker 604-724-6702 www.bcjustlisted.com

AS NEW spacious 2 BR 2 bath condo, gas fp, top flr, no stairs, balcony, Ladner Center, $1450, long term rental, ns, avail Feb 1st. 604-946-8710

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

TSAWWASSEN

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

Kelly Court

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

Kerry Court

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

Shawnigan

1 and 2 bedroom suites available in a clean and quiet building. Located 1 block from shopping mall and on bus route. Minutes from parks and beach area. For more info or to view please call 604-943-0002

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

LADNER Harbourside

Affordable 2 and 3 bedroom suites in the heart of Ladner Village. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and hot water. Shops and bus stop nearby. To view or for more info please call 604-946-9268 Sorry No Pets or BBQs References Required WWW.CENTURY GROUP.CA/

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Apt/Condos

Real Estate

* AT WE BUY HOMES *

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Houses - Sale

Business Opps/ Franchises

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

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JACK RUSSELL pups smooth m/f, dewormed, 1 shots, tails docked, view parents, $450. 604-701-1587

FEATURING: New & Used Stainless Steel Refrigeration • Reach-In Coolers & Freezers • Stainless Steel Tables • Dishwashers • Racks • Kettles • Ovens • Ranges • Flat Tops • Vac Packers • Meat Saws • Deck & Pizza Ovens • Huge Assorted Inserts • Small Wares • Glassware • Pots & Pans • Plus Much More . . .

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Metaphysical

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IN HOME OR STUDIO LESSONS Piano, Theory & other instruments. Allegro Music School 604-327-7765

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Spaces Available in our Extended Preschool Program and school aged program. Please contact Ana 604-940-4131

Music/Theatre/ Dance

604-630-3300

6020

6020-01

'Where children are the centre' Licenced Quality Group Care

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To advertise call

6008-28

Lutins du Bois Open House

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ROTTWEILER PUPPIES, CKC Reg. Malti V-1 rated, top blood lines, Health Cert. 604-535-9994

French Language Preschool

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Condos/ Townhouses

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6008

Child Care Centres

Programs for ages 0 - 12

604-930-8377

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MIN PIN, reg. spayed, to good home. Fem Doberman, spayed, exc. temp. $250. 604-820-4554

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Childcare Available

Dogs

immac, lrg open plan,5 new appl,grt bath, nr town/hosp , adult only, some finance avail $79,900 604-867-9011

6040

Okanagen/ Interior

KELOWNA EXEC. 6 bdrm/7 bath Furnished Upscale w/o Rancher Entertainers Dream Home 4 of the Bdrms have Ensuites Stunning Lake, City, Mtn. Views Gorgeous landscaping & salt pool $1.5M. Ready to move in! 1 877 762-7831

6052

Real Estate Investment

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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 Family Split Level 3 bd, 3 bath, office, games, 2 f/p, Located in CDS in Hawthorne area. Lg deck and swimming pool. 5 appliances, 2350 sq ft. Dbl Driveway, Clean neat home with lots of storage. n/s, n/p Available Now $2500

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www.rentinfo.ca PROGROUP PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 604-948-1966 THE SAHALLEE 2 br+family room, 2 bath, 1650sf, Golf course view, Tsawwassen finest, infloor heating, hot water, gas incl’d. $2150. avail now.

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6508

Apt/Condos

LADNER, 1BR, heat h/w, basic cable, prkg, ns, np nr shops/bus $735, avail Jan 15. 604-946-6846 TSAW EXEC Lrg 2 & 3 br, 2 bath, all appls, incls w/d & f/p, heat, prkg, suit adults, n/p, no BBQ, $1550 and up 604-943-6163.

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STORAGE UNIT avail on 2nd floor of secure building in Ladner. 11’ wide 16’ deep 10’ high (170 sq ft). Personal storage only. no business use. no elevator. keypad combo entry. $95/mo. min 2yr lease 6047345908

6602 Tsawwassen, CASA DEL SOL 1 BR’S from $750, avail Jan. 15, incls heat & H/W, carpets, drapes, 2 appl, 2 elevators, under ground parking avail. Please Call 604-943-8954 or 604-488-4733 TSAWWASSEN VILLA 1 br apt. $795, incld balc, prkg, hotwater & heat, ns, cat neg. avail Feb 1, 604-880-5391

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Furnished Accommodation

1 BR, cozy garden level, furn, Tsaw suit 1 ns, np, own entry, $700 incls, 604-948-9910

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Houses - Rent

CENTRAL TSAW 3 br bungalow, + garage, walk to park &shops, $1900+util. Feb 1, 604-943-0924 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● COQUITLAM - 218 Allard St. 2 bdrm HANDY MAN SPECIAL!!! HOUSE, bsmt/2 sheds....$888/M NEW WEST- 1722-6th Av 2 bdrm HOUSE w/1 suite 2 f/p,Long term finance, new roof, RT-1..$1,288/M SURREY- 6297 134 St. Solid 5 bdrm HOUSE w/2 bdrm suite on 1/4 acre lot with views... $1,688/M CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M Call Kristen (604)786-4663 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

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Office/Retail Rent

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

Suites/Partial Houses

BOUNDARY BAY, 1BR large steps to beach, shared wd, $850 +1/3 utils, ns, np, 604-943-4134

1 BR $800 bsmt sep ktchn own entry covered prkng util incl n/s n/p call 6043383006 1 BR, Ladner, private entry, 5 appls, gas f/p, n/s, $700 incls utils. Avail asap. 604-946-1851

1BR, GROUND floor, f/p, d/w, shared w/d, util cable & wifi inc, large fenced priv yard, n/s, pets welcome, $1200 604-306-5284 3 BR suite, large deck, great view of Golf Course, np, avail immed 1212 Hunter Rd. $1300. small pet ok. 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

Suites/Partial Houses

Scrap Car Removal

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TSAW 1 br+den lrg ,5 appl, clean, nr ammens, $875+util,suit 1 person, ns np Jan 15. 604-250-8216

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Scrap Car Removal

*DELTA SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL $160 Min. FOR COMPLETE

NO WHEELS, NO PROBLEM

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1998 LINCOLN Mark 8, excellent condition, 82,000 km, $11,000 obo 604-988-0327

9135

THE SCRAPPER

Domestic

1998 EAGLE TALON ESI, 170k, 2.0 L, excellent condition, 5 spd, no accidents, silver exterior, grey interior. $3900. 604-763-3223

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Cancer June 21-July 22: The accent lies on relationships: partnerships, marriage, exciting prospects if single – and on opportunities, opposition, litigation, negotiation, relocation. Be patient if a legal matter gets in the way of a work project before Thursday: this barrier should fade by late month or March. Recent relationship intensity will lighten Saturday onward. This day starts a six-week period of investment in your career (via money, time, commitment, any of these). But avoid “pure investments” these six weeks – they might “burn cash.” Thursday/Friday bring social delights! Retreat, rest, plan Saturday. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Another 11 days of work and health drudgery. But this trend is relieved by a nice, buoyant romantic breeze. After Saturday, too, life becomes so exciting you’ll forget that work surrounds you! However, you probably have lots of unﬁnished chores “hanging ﬁre” after a few weeks of neglect or misdirected efforts. Focus on those now, briskly clear away as much as you can. Don’t mix sex and romance before Thursday, nor creativity and “building,” nor investment and a gambling urge. Be ambitious, seek out higher-ups Thursday/Friday – luck accompanies you. Saturday brings social joys! Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: The emphasis lies on romance, creative urges, speculation and a love of “risk,” children’s affairs, pleasure and beauty. You’re riding a winning streak! But don’t expect a lot of cooperation from spouse, others, regarding any property, security or family notion you have. They’ll only join in if there is an ambitious angle for them. Don’t try to seal any deals before Thursday. Though two weeks remain in this romantic phase, you’ll need to make your bid for intimacy now, as Saturday ends a long “sexual magnetism” streak. (Another, life-changing one comes Nov. 11 to July 2012.)

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reﬂections Aries March 21 - April 19: Remain ambitious. You see things wisely, your “executive decisions” are good. The barrier that appeared last week (refusal/ competition from another?) is not gone, but you’re moving beyond it. Retreat, rest and plan future actions Sunday. Your energy surges Monday to Wednesday – you’ll need it to run the gauntlet of barriers and problems that face you – give it a heroic try! It ends with a comforting message or thought. Chase money (or buy important items) Thursday/Friday – smooth luck accompanies you. Saturday brings talks, trips, casual friends – and starts six weeks of social joy! Taurus April 20-May 20: You’re making some of the most important contacts of this decade, over the last year and this month. Be sociable, say hello, join new groups and clubs. Strictly avoid legal hassles this week. Take care with “big money” Sunday to Wednesday – unrealistic hopes could lead you astray. Your energy, charisma and effectiveness soar Wednesday night through pre-dawn Saturday – a good time to socialize, join that new group, or whisper words of love to someone! Chase money, shop, sell items Saturday. Friday starts six weeks of possible friction with bosses, parents – be humble, not sassy! Gemini May 21-June 20: This week contains yes’s and no’s. The biggest “no” occurs Tuesday and Friday in investment, large money, power, clout and sexual areas. (Especially if these also involve legal, international, intellectual and cultural arenas.) The yes’s? In work, health, career Monday to Wednesday and Saturday: commitment equals eventual winning! If you have to choose between love, creativity and risk on one side and big money, clout, power, sexual magnetism on the other, choose love, creativity, risk: they control the environment right now. Your ﬁnances need change, but not expansion. You’re loved.

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: The main accent lies on family, home, security, real estate, gardening, nutrition, Mother Nature. This area faces significant (world-changing) transformations now to 2024. This week (and the past five) domestic conditions fight your partnership yearnings. E.g., you live in different cities, or your place is such a mess you fear to invite anyone home, or “Mommy” lives on the couch. However, Saturday eases this: you start six weeks of heightened romantic prospects and intensity. This leads to a February-June blooming of splendid relationship luck, and in turn to eight years of love excitement. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Paperwork, details, communications, errands – you have a lot of small chores to perform. You’ll do them easily. Your money luck improves. Buy a gift for a loved one. Sunday’s romantic. Tackle chores Monday to Wednesday – but avoid money topics, or chasing money. Relationships inspire, attract, open doors to success Wednesday night to Saturday pre-dawn. Be outgoing, eager, diplomatic – love could shine! Saturday brings mysteries, financial and sexual opportunities. This day begins six weeks of possible domestic friction – channel this energy into repairs or build a new job “base.” Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Continue to chase money. You might have to make some decisions or pronouncements about home, family, real estate – you’re still ultra-lucky here to Jan. 21. Buying a new home is favoured Jan. 9, 10 (before 2 p.m. PST) 13,14, 15, 19 (to 1:30 p.m.) 20 and 21. Money continues to flow beside you – bringing more, but prompting you to spend more. Sunday’s for home, family. Romance, creative projects, speculation call you Monday dawn to Wednesday eve. Tackle chores and health issues Thursday/Friday: you’ll succeed easily! Exciting meetings, opportunities Saturday.

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Jan. 9 - Jan. 16 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Your energy, charisma, pizzazz and effectiveness ride high! Make contacts and satisfy your curiosity, especially Sunday. Get out all week, chase, begin important projects. Demand an end to unfair or stale situations Monday to Wednesday. Romance, creative surges, speculative urges and pleasure visit you Wednesday night to Saturday predawn. Tackle chores Saturday. This day, a long period of determination and sexual magnetism ends; this was a complex “gift,” for it also nudged you toward the end of many things. Most things existing before 2008 are ripe for ending. Soon – the new! Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Continue to rest. Lie low, contemplate people and situations, and make plans. Be charitable. Deal with government agencies, institutions, corporate head offices. This week and next are your last “opening” for a while to make a major purchase or launch a lucky earnings vehicle. Sunday is particularly good for this. (But DON’T buy high-tech, electronics, etc. before Thursday.) Talks, trips and casual friends fill Monday-Wednesday. Deal with family, real estate Thursday/Friday – luck accompanies you. Starting Saturday, you’ll be active, magnetic and determined, for six weeks! Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Bosses, parents and higher-ups treat you with new approval or affection for the rest of January. Take advantage – socialize, schmooze. Money often flows along “networks.” Your energy remains high Sunday. Be ambitious Monday to Wednesday, especially in the pursuit of money. (These are not really good purchasing days, though, nor for gaining the co-operation of your equals/peers.) Casual friends, siblings, communications and travel fill Thursday/Friday – all is smooth, easy! Settle into a “down home” weekend Saturday. This day starts six weeks of secret money plans or “charity money.” timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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Introducing

to Delta Optimist Readers

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Shaw’s Coming to Delta! STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS ON HOW YOU CAN LADNER RESIDENTS: YOU WILL START TO SEE SHAW BECOME A PART OF OUR SHAW FAMILY

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