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Bomb threat evacuates building 56th Street also closed during afternoon rush after Responsible Driver Program office receives call from man BY

JESSICA KERR

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The bomb scare at a Tsawwassen office building Thursday afternoon turned out to be nothing but a threat.

Delta police received a call just after 2 p.m. from an office in a building in the 1500block of 56th Street. The office had received a call from an unknown male claiming there was a bomb in the building, said Insp. Jamie Ewatski.

A/Sgt. Paul Eisenzimmer said the call was directed at the Responsible Driver Program office.

Several units responded to the area and the occupants of the three-storey office building, as well as a few surrounding homes and businesses, were evacuated. Two RCMP bomb-sniffing dogs were brought in from Port Coquitlam.

Police also closed off 56th Street between 16th and 14th avenues for more than two hours as the threat was investigated.

By about 5:30 p.m., after the dogs had searched the building, police determined there was no bomb and started allowing people back into the homes and buildings.

Ewatski said there are no suspects at this time but the incident is still under investigation.

Two RCMP bomb-sniffing dogs came from Port Coquitlam to check out a Tsawwassen office building Thursday afternoon.

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Delta police get help from ERTs in big drug bust on South Delta farm BY

JESSICA KERR

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Police officers made several arrests Wednesday after executing a search warrant at a farm on 28th Avenue.

Police are releasing little information about a significant drug bust in South Delta earlier this week.

The Delta police drug section executed a search warrant in the early morning hours Wednesday at two residences on a farm on 28th

Avenue just east of Highway 17.

The Municipal Integrated Emergency Response Team as well as the Vancouver police department’s emergency response team assisted local officers.

A/Sgt. Paul Eisenzimmer said the extra manpower was required “due to the nature of the search

warrants and the potential for high risk.”

“The properties have been contained and there is no danger to the public,” Eisenzimmer said.

Officers seized undisclosed drugs and several arrests were See DRUG BUST page 3

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Big spenders do best in by-election Paton tops polls and expenditure list as civic documents show the more a candidate spent, the better they did BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

Campaign spending had a direct correlation to electoral success, documents released this week on last September’s Delta council by-election show.

Financial disclosures filed by all eight candidates paint an interesting picture, showing the more money a candidate spent, the better their result at the polls.

Ladner farmer Ian Paton, who won the Sept. 18 byelection with almost 34 per cent of the popular vote, had the biggest numbers in terms of contributions and expenses in the race to fill the seat left vacant by the sudden death of George Hawksworth last spring.

Available for public viewing on Delta’s website, the documents show the electoral organization that backed Paton, the Delta Independent Voters’ Association, had $41,050 in contributions and $38,167 in expenses.

The organization, which also supports Mayor Lois

Jackson as well as councillors Scott Hamilton and Robert Campbell, drew a lot of financial support from the agricultural sector.

Some of the other big contributions came from Shato Holdings and Talisman Homes, which are behind the Tsawwassen Golf and Country Club redevelopment ($3,000 in total), Alpha Aviation ($3,000), Highmark Homes ($2,000) and Westshore Terminals ($2,000).

The group spent $7,618 on advertisements and $11,423 on signs. Some of the other big expenditures included research and polling ($9,800) and courier service and postage ($5,121).

Sylvia Bishop, who came in second in the by-election with over 27 per cent of the vote, had the next biggest totals with $33,969 in contributions and $29,150 in expenses.

She received numerous smaller donations, including $100 from MLA Vicki Huntington, while contributing $5,258 out of her own

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Ian Paton, who topped the polls in last September’s Delta council by-election, was also at the top of the expenditure list, spending over $38,000 on his campaign. pocket. Her biggest contributors were local CUPE civic workers and CUPE BC, combining for over $7,000.

Listed as a campaign organizer, CUPE BC also spent over $2,000 on Bishop’s campaign. Her

biggest expenses were over $5,000 in ads, almost $17,000 for signs and over $5,000 to paid staff.

In third place in both the by-election and candidate spending was Maria DeVries, who had $20,718 in contributions and

$17,799 in expenses. Her biggest single contributor beside herself ($16,711) was Alpha Aviation ($2,000).

Sandheep Pandher, who was fourth on both lists, had $14,025 in contributions and the same

in expenses. His biggest contributor was Rimple Pandher, who gave $10,000.

Fifth-place finisher Amy Ghuman Sara had $8,650 in contributions and had $178 left over after expenses. Her biggest contributor was her husband, Vince, who gave $7,350.

The only variance to the order of finish mirroring spending came with Peter Harms, who had the sixth highest expenditure total, but placed seventh in the by-election. He had $4,182 in contributions (he was the sole contributor to his campaign) and the same in expenses.

Kathleen Higgins, who finished sixth last September, had $2,675 in contributions and $2,819 in expenses.

Ray Robinson, who finished last in the by-election with less than one half of one per cent of the popular vote, had campaign contributions and expenses listed as zero.

The next general municipal election is this November.

Politicians talking about a split from TransLink

Upset they’ve become a funding source for projects elsewhere, south of Fraser officials could form own entity BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

It might be time for the communities south of the Fraser River to consider splitting from TransLink and forming their own transit authority.

That suggestion came up during Delta council’s discussion this week on TransLink’s funding proposals, which have drawn the ire of local politicians and bureaucrats who say they provide nothing for the community other than taking even more money out of taxpayers’ pockets.

“This isn’t a plan, it’s a way to finance major construction projects, and bear in mind there’s no improvements for south of the Fraser,” said CAO George Harvie.

“There is no hope on the horizon for TransLink to improve our bus service and

it’s very sad.”

Harvie pointed out that in the last couple of months service hours in Delta and other communities south of the Fraser were trimmed.

Metro Vancouver’s board of directors last December was to have voted on TransLink’s request to raise property taxes to fund the $1.4-billion SkyTrain line into Coquitlam, but provincial Transportation Minister Shirley Bond granted an extension.

The Evergreen Line is part of two options TransLink put forward for the regional district to consider, but both rely on increasing property taxes, which drew an immediate negative response from mayors.

“The mayors’ committee has not approved any money from property taxes.

There must be a better formula,” said Mayor Lois

DRUG BUST from page 1 made. Officers were on the scene throughout the morning and into the afternoon Wednesday.

The investigation is

ongoing, Eisenzimmer said, and still in its early stages.

The accused were later released with pending court dates.

Jackson, who chairs the Metro board.

Her council colleague Robert Campbell said he finds it astounding TransLink doesn’t seem

the second would see an increase of $62. Neither is acceptable to council, which voted not to support TransLink’s supplemental plans.

to bother exploring transit financing models around the world that appear to be successful.

According to Delta staff, one of the TransLink packages would result in an average property tax increase of $36, while

“It’s obvious to the other city administrators the south of the Fraser is being used to finance the debt of the north,” said Harvie.

He said communities in the south might have enough in place to start their own transit system,

which could be integrated to TransLink.

Jackson agreed, saying TransLink could then focus on its own territory in the north.

Harvie said it’s especially frustrating that TransLink immediately dismisses the notion of light rail south of the Fraser River.

Coun. Bruce McDonald, who sits on the South Fraser Community Rail Task Force, said it doesn’t make sense why the transportation authority doesn’t want to even look at reusing the old interurban line, which was discontinued for passengers in the early 1950s, even though no costly property expropriations would be required.

“In my view, the TransLink board is so Vancouver and Burnaby/ New Westminster-centric that everything they do is focused there. Surrey is

Micaela Robinson, who owns Loranda Farms where the raid took place, said through her lawyer this week that she was not involved in what took place at the farm.

“I further understand that

neither the farm nor Ms. Robinson were involved in any way in the police action or any investigation,” stated a letter from her lawyer, Robert J. Baylis.

An unrelated investigation is ongoing at the same

property as Delta animal control is investigating an “aggressive dog incident” after two people were attacked late last year.

“The dog was removed right away,” Sarah Lowe, manager of the Delta

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Lack of transit services for the money has Delta politicians looking at their options.

actually putting the interurban line in their official community plan but they (TransLink) are ignoring it,” he said.

Coun. Anne Peterson received concurrence for her suggestion governments in the south need to band together for a coordinated voice on transit issues.

In a letter to the mayors last November, TransLink board chair Dale Parker noted the recommended funding option for a supplemental increase would add over 425,000 hours of annual transit service to bus routes. Parker stated the South of the Fraser region would receive half of the additional bus service hours.

A Delta staff report, though, found TransLink is not planning any major changes to transit networks in Delta as it expects minimal future development.

Community Animal Shelter, told the Optimist this week.

The dog, a Cane Corso, a breed of mastiff, did not live on the farm but was being taken care of there.

Lowe said that incident is still under investigation.

A04 The Delta Optimist January 29, 2011

Uncertain times lie ahead Delta Arts Council carrying on but not in usual municipal facilities BY

TOM ZILLICH

Optimist contributor

The Delta Arts Council is moving out of Tsawwassen Arts Centre and moving into a period of uncertainty.

Keys to the centre will be given back to the Corporation of Delta, which intends to keep it as an artsfocused facility.

Control of Firehall Centre for the Arts and ArtSpace buildings in North Delta will also be handed over by the arts council, which is stretched financially and has been pressured by the municipality to get its act together.

On Jan. 11, after a series of meetings, proposals and counterproposals, civic authorities asked the arts council to “voluntarily release” its control of the municipality-owned Firehall Centre for the Arts, Tsawwassen Arts Centre and space at Ladner Pioneer Library by March 31.

A civic offer to lease ArtSpace was rejected as too expensive Tuesday during a special meeting of arts council members. The move means the arts council is

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This raccoon is lucky to be alive after getting electrocuted last week on Annacis Island.

Raccoon loses its tail after getting shock on Annacis

A raccoon is recovering after suffering quite a shock on Annacis Island last week.

The animal was electrocuted after climbing up the transformer tower at 820 Dock Rd., said Wildlife Rescue Association of B.C. communications co-ordinator Yolanda Brooks.

“As well as putting out the power at WWL Vehicle Services, the animal lost its tail before plummeting to the ground,” she said in an

e-mail to the Optimist.

Staff from the automotive warehousing and distribution company saw the injured raccoon and called the B.C. SPCA. It notified the wildlife rescue association, which rescues and rehabilitates thousands of wild animals every year.

Following surgery to remove the rest of its tail, the raccoon is recovering and rehab staff have high hopes for its survival, Brooks said.

without a home, at least for members in October 2009 now. and an exodus of board “Especially on the members. board, we were quite split “In all honesty,” the about whether to stay in board said in a memo to its (ArtSpace) or reject the members, “we have devoted offer,” said Dave Stevens, so much time and effort to president trying to of the 150cope with “Delta Arts Council member arts lost revcouncil. enue and is not dead, it’s “There is changes not dying, but it is some anger, that we frustration, have not changing.” but also some Dave Stevens — until relief, in a recently way, because undertaking now we won’t have to be strategic planning — proproperty managers. It’s vided a clear vision of who, mixed in with a sense of, and what, the DAC is and ‘Well, now what?’ In some what we are trying to do ways, this feels like a back- ... We ended up trying to ward step.” be too many things to too “Delta Arts Council is many people, which put us not dead, it’s not dying, but where we are now.” it is changing,” Stevens In recent months, civic said. “We may have to meet authorities made it clear at members’ houses for they want the arts council to awhile, but there is some generate more revenue at its talk about renting storefront facilities through user-pay space on Scott Road.” courses and programming, Like other arts groups in said Stevens, a visual artist B.C., the arts council has and teacher at North Delta seen fundraising cash dry Secondary. up and grant money slashed “But the DAC has always by the provincial governviewed itself as more than ment in recent years, result- that,” he said, “as a group ing in layoffs of three staff that puts on youth events,

concerts, art shows and plays ... Somewhere along the road, those goalposts shifted in recent years.”

Over the past decade, the 42-year-old arts council has spent an estimated $450,000 on its facilities, which were used by some 25,000 people last year, according to the board.

With about $36,000 in the bank, the arts council must now decide what to do with its assets in those facilities, including light and sound equipment, musical instruments, furniture and more.

The board says it will continue to sponsor or run events and it has first right of refusal for bookings in the facilities it has used for the last 10 years.

Delta’s parks, recreation and culture department will open the door to other local arts groups to be involved in programming at the facilities, director Ken Kuntz said Wednesday.

“It’ll take a few weeks to get us organized during the transition period,” he said, “but the main point is these buildings will remain focused on the arts.”

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Delta police officers and staff joined thousands across the province Wednesday morning to participate in the Great British Columbia Shake Out earthquake drill. “Chief [Jim] Cessford is a strong believer in emergency preparedness and quickly agreed to participate,” said A/Sgt. Paul Eisenzimmer. “It is an opportunity for our staff to examine their work spaces and prepare themselves. It is also a great opportunity to remind everyone that disasters do happen and that failing to plan is planning to fail.”

MLA’s efforts prompt government to make budget more accessible Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington said this week she is pleased her efforts to have MLAs receive fair and equitable access to the government budget lock-up appear to have been successful.

“For some time I have wanted MLAs to have access to the regular budget lock-up,” Huntington said.

“It now appears the government will adopt a more cooperative and constructive approach to budget day processes.”

On budget day, the media and various environmental, business, social and cultural organizations are invited to attend a 9 a.m. budget “lock-up” where they receive detailed briefings and can ask questions of the finance minister and min-

istry officials. Information presented at the lock-up cannot be released until the minister delivers his afternoon budget speech to the legislative assembly.

Traditionally, the government has excluded opposition MLAs and their staff from the lock-up, which Huntington criticizes as unreasonable and disrespectful.

“Last year, my staffer (accompanied by a professional accountant) was told to arrive at 12 noon. They were escorted into an empty office, given a cell phone and told to call if they had questions.”

“I was not a happy camper,” said the independent MLA, who then discovered the Official Opposition finance critic was tradition-

ally treated in the same manner.

“It made no sense to exclude my staff when the media and public are receiving detailed briefings.

And it is disrespectful of the role and responsibilities of an elected representative of the people.”

Huntington said the government has re-considered the issue and while not yet confirmed, is looking at two processes: (a) allowing MLA staff to attend the main budget lock-up and (b) providing MLAs a separate lock-up with Ministry of Finance staff.

“I am pleased that Minister (Colin) Hansen agreed with my intervention and has moved to right a wrong,” Huntington said.

“The minister has taken a

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TED MURPHY

MURPHY’S LAW It’s disheartening to see what the elimination of gaming grants is doing to the Delta Arts Council.

A leader in the promotion of the arts in Delta for more than four decades, the group is experiencing what could politely be termed as a rough patch. With funding drying up, it’s been forced to cut programs and staff over the last couple of years and is now losing control of the civic-owned buildings it has long managed.

That’s a far cry from a decade ago when things were much rosier in these parts. Delta had used money provided by port expansion to buy an old church and, thanks to the efforts of the arts council, turned the 56th Street building into the Tsawwassen Arts Centre. It became a hub of cultural activity as the umbrella organization played host to performances, exhibits, classes, camps and much more.

For a stretch there, it seemed like I was in constant contact with longtime arts council staffer Patti McGregor, who always had a show or a program to let the community know about. Patti was often apologetic for the profusion of press releases, but it gave a sense the place was really hopping.

That, unfortunately, isn’t the case anymore, another victim of the provincial Liberal government’s decision to slash the flow of gaming revenues to the very non-profits that helped Victoria sell the public on the idea of expanded gambling.

The elimination of that funding source created a downward spiral that has prevented the arts council from meeting its obligations to the Corporation of Delta, which has decided to take back control of civic-owned buildings, including the Tsawwassen Arts Centre.

Whether Delta is another bad guy in this ordeal depends on your perspective, but it’s clear the tipping point came when the province decided it needed the gaming revenue more than the non-profit groups. Victoria contends that money is now going to necessities like health and education, and it’s hard to argue with that, but I can’t help feel these grassroots organizations were used as pawns in the expansion of gambling.

Delta’s arts community is expansive and vibrant, and the arts council is but one group in that landscape, so this integral part of any society will continue to have a strong presence here. I’m hopeful the umbrella organization that brought many disciplines together over the years and has done so much to further the arts in this municipality emerges from this troubled time to build on what is an impressive track record.

Integral part of the economy, trucks still draw ire of many MIKE SCHNEIDER

COMMUNITY COMMENT A fine community committee wrapped up its work recently. Last month saw the final meeting of the Deltaport Community Liaison Committee. The committee was struck some three years ago to monitor the Delta Third Berth construction and its first year of operations.

Working with Port Metro Vancouver, the committee addressed several major issues that arose during the building of the third berth.

Lighting, noise, environmental impact and truck traffic were all part of a broad and complex discussion.

Representatives from the municipality, the Tsawwassen First Nation and from the community at large all came together in an attempt to mitigate damage to our community.

You may have noticed truck traffic has been less daunting in our neck of the woods over the past year or so. Monitoring of com-

mercial only lanes and highway truck parking have paid off to some degree.

It wasn’t that long ago trucks going to or returning from Deltaport would stack up three abreast at the intersection of highways 10 and 17. The committee has been responsible for many of the improvements we see today.

Still, trucks are a huge issue in our community. People in Delta, more than any other municipality in B.C., hate trucks. This is because we see way too many of them.

Our geographical location will ensure we will continue to see lots of them as our region grows.

“It is incredible that so many urban communities that are wholly dependent upon trucking to deliver the consumer goods and necessities of life can be so decidedly antitruck.” So said Canadian Trucking Alliance president David Bradley in a speech in Washington, D.C. this past Monday to a group of academics studying freight movement in urban areas.

While we may dislike trucks, they are not going away, unfortunately. Until such a time that logistics afford opportunity for Safeway and London Drugs to receive on the graveyard shift, the majority of truck traffic will occur in the day in urban areas.

In Delta, things are a little more

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complex. Traffic to and from the port and the Tsawwassen ferry terminal make our local driving a little more challenging than in other communities.

The Delta police and the Corporation of Delta are in favour of examining how to take more trucks off the road through a pilot project for “truck trains.” These vehicles are configured to carry two 40-foot containers.

In a Hudd Transportation report for Maersk Distribution, it is noted that Hudd has the best safety record of all Maersk distributors in North America.

Utilizing the modern truck train configuration would take 24 round trips from Tilbury to Deltaport off the road each day. This amounts to over 6,000 round trips a year.

Conversion to truck trains will cut approximately 554 tons of CO2 emissions, according to the Hudd report.

For us locals, I guess it comes down to choice. You have to balance the idea of less trucks and less emissions with the idea of having to pass or wait on a double length truck.

Politicians and planners will need to further investigate how to best live with trucks. Until we stop buying and selling stuff, they are here to stay as a critical backbone to our economy.

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January 29, 2011 The Delta Optimist A07 Letters to the Editor

Editor: Re: Course takes pains to be quiet, letter to the editor, Jan. 22 I can’t believe what I’m reading: Kyle German of Point Roberts Golf and Country Club claims his leaf blowers and mowers, which he says measure from 81 to 94 db, are not “noisy” and “intrusive.”

Well, I don’t measure German’s equipment with noise meters, but I can tell you they wake me — and others — early and then they prevent me from getting back to sleep, which is “noisy” and “intrusive” in anybody’s books, unless he’s deaf.

What’s more, since German tells us his machines measure from 81 to 94 db and he doesn’t find this level of noise to be “noisy” or “intrusive,” we can conclude his antiquated

equipment has left him in need of hearing aids. Why? Extended noise at 80 db and higher causes hearing loss.

German slyly cites the 140 db of aircraft at 100 feet in his effort to discredit Don Sabo’s complaints, but Sabo is correct. Why? Because aircraft pass over, taking their noise with them; however, Point Roberts Golf & Country Club’s machines drone on and on and on, hour after hour, morning and afternoon, ruining many fine spring, summer and fall days.

German, if he’s the golf course manager he claims to be, knows there’s equipment out there that’s 90 per cent quieter and far more efficient than the “modified” (his word) junk he’s using.

Why is it the Tsawwassen

Golf and Country Club can maintain its course without generating the noise complaints the Point Roberts course has received over the years?

Point Roberts and Whatcom County need Delta and all that it does and can provide in times of need, but Delta doesn’t need the Point — and it certainly doesn’t need German and his unholy noise.

If the Point Roberts Golf and Country Club were the “best” neighbour German pretends it to be, it would buy quiet machines instead of continuing to rely on the modified junk somebody failed to design properly during the last century.

This neighbourhood was blessed with quiet until the Point Roberts Golf and Country Club set up operation.

Greg J. Edwards

Red light runners could find permanent home at corner

Editor: As a police officer who lives in Tsawwassen, I have absolutely seen my share of traffic deaths — the vast majority of which are speed related.

I drive down 8A Avenue onto 56th Street on an almost daily basis. While

waiting for the light to go green, I have come to expect someone will blow the red light heading northbound through the intersection.

A red light camera there is overdue.

To the people running that red light at a high rate

of speed, I would suggest you familiarize yourself with the Boundary Bay Cemetery at that location.

That is where you can tell your loved ones to come and visit you, because your clock is ticking and you just don’t know it.

Doug Spencer

Cops need to keep their anger in check

Editor: Two incidents before the courts last week regarding police use of force are rather alarming.

In the first case, Cop A calls Cop B a “fag.” Cop B takes offence and attempts to retaliate against Cop A, but instead assaults, and severely injures, Cop C, who attempted to interfere.

The judge scolds the cops involved and dismisses the assault charge.

So we now have a homophobe and a man who is unable to restrain his aggression when given

a minor insult allowed to “keep the peace” armed with a baton, a Taser and a gun, and protected by the Police Act. I feel safer already.

In the second case, a drunken, and quite possibly racist, off-duty cop assaults an unarmed, harmless, innocent, middle-aged citizen for no reason.

In his defence, Kelly Keith, a use of force instructor states this offduty cop used “reasonable force” and also that his actions were “consistent with his training.”

It appears the almost weekly reports of citizens being assaulted, or even killed, by cops is not really their fault. They were just acting according to their training.

It’s even more alarming that our judiciary, the police chiefs or the police union make no mention of anger management training courses or the like before these armed, and dangerous, idiots are allowed to continue their rampage and inappropriate behaviour in our communities.

Peter White

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Editor: Re: The NDP Election Machine, Raeside cartoon, Jan. 22 Quite aside from the dubious last-minute dumping of separate bags of membership forms and $10 bills into the somewhat bedraggled “NDP Election Machine,” we are watching and learning from the exemplary way party leadership conventions are being conducted both provincially and federally ... democracy Canadian-style.

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Union doesn’t like schools to be ranked

Editor: Re: Teachers campaign against tests, Jan. 22 There is really just one reason for the ongoing controversy over the Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA). It is that the teachers’ union is opposed to the use — by any organization or individual — of any schoollevel student assessment results to publicly rate schools.

My reading of the 13year history of the FSA

and the public statements and actions of union officials during this period supports this suggestion.

Why does the union object to this use of student assessment results?

It does so because such ratings enable anyone to compare schools on a student performance measure that might be construed to reflect on the effectiveness of its union members.

There is, therefore, one critical question to be asked and debated before

any action is taken regarding the FSA: As a society, do we believe the public should be able to compare schools that are funded by taxpayers on the basis of student performance data?

I believe the teachers’ union would answer in the negative, but if it were to surprise me, then we need a thorough public discussion of this question.

Peter Cowley Director of School Performance Studies The Fraser Institute

School should be forgiving of students’ past actions Editor: To forgive and forget ... in all my years, I have heard these words over and over.

This is part of what keeps us healthy by letting go of past mistakes. It allows us to forgive ourselves and to move forward when someone else forgives and forgets. It’s a clean slate, so to speak.

As parents and teachers, we tell our kids and

students to “let it go” and to “forgive and forget.” But are we able to forget?

A young child may not be able to and this is understandable. A child’s mind isn’t on the same level as an adult.

Why then, as teachers and principals, can they not abide by their own words?

Is it fair to punish a child today for something that occurred six months ago?

It is apparent that to forgive and forget is not something understood in the school system.

Where does the line end and where does it begin?

When does a child get that clean slate back? Do they

ever?

It seems that at Hawthorne Elementary they never get it back. When a child does wrong, when are they forgiven? Are they ever forgiven?

Has your child ever been denied an activity for something they did in the past, six months or longer? If so, how did this make you feel?

Did you think the school had moved on, that it was able to forgive and forget?

Were you just as shocked as your child was to find out they weren’t allowed to “X” because they did “Y” five months ago?

I sure was.

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Editor: Re: Arts council to lose pair of homes, Jan. 26 I am totally devastated, deeply disheartened and disgusted regarding the ultimatum that the Corporation of Delta has given the artists from the Delta Arts Council. I wonder at the legality of the actions.

After volunteering con-

sistently for over six years at the library gift shop (in spite of a recent stroke followed by a brain hemorrhage that I had the day after volunteering, by the way), our little shop will be closed down by March 31.

I have sold and displayed my photographic art at the Ladner Pioneer Library and at the Tsawwassen Arts

Centre, and have performed there and on DCTV’s Spotlight. Where do I go now and what do I do with all my surplus inventory?

As there is no grant money available, there will be no more galleries, open mics, open stages, theatre and other artistic events either after the spring.

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We have been privileged to have the support of the community over the last several months during this transition and are confident we will remain in the Tsawwassen Arts Centre for years to come.

Members of Delta Arts Council since 1996, the Players will continue to support the organization in its endeavours and know it will emerge a stronger, united organization in the future.

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Editor: Re: Arts council to lose pair of homes, Jan. 26 The Sidekick Players Club wishes to assure its members, subscribers, audience base and supporters it will continue to perform in the Tsawwassen Arts Centre, even though the Delta Arts Council will no longer be occupying that building.

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Editor: Re: ‘Bog Lady’ helping push change, Jan. 26 Congratulations to Eliza Olson for being a well-deserved finalist in Canada’s Champions of Change.

Olson has done a tremendous amount for Delta’s natural heritage by advocating so strongly and for so long for the protection of Burns Bog. Not only did she and her group spearhead the drive for the bog’s

purchase and subsequent protection as an ecological conservancy area, but she has also achieved a sustained level of public interest and education about the incredible ecological benefits of bogs in general.

I hope now that she has achieved this national recognition, the provincial government will wake up to its shared responsibility in conserving Delta’s wildlife habitats.

Anne Murray

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Corporate & Administration $9M 3.6%

Regional Library $3M 1.2%

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Delta residents are important stakeholders in the budget process. Prior to setting the 2011 tax rates, we invite your input on the draft 2011 Financial Plan. Council is committed to an open, accessible budget process for all Delta residents. This is your opportunity to share your views on the budget regarding municipal services and priorities. Please provide your comments to us by February 4, 2011.

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January 29, 2011 The Delta Optimist A15 In the Community

Teams overcome obstacles to aid local gymnasts

Challenge raises more than $5,000

team garnered the most points, however, the hosts declared the second place Delta police team the day’s winner. The Delta fire department took third place.

So far, Friesen said, the event has raised more than $5,200, with pledges still trickling in.

It was part of Delta Gymnastics Kids 1st campaign that was launched last year to help raise money to help cover the remainder of the construction costs and outfit the new facility with equipment. So far, about $330,000 of the $850,000 needed has been raised.

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Teams battled it out at the South Delta Recreation Centre last Sunday in Delta Gymnastics’ Sports Showdown Challenge.

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Delta Gymnastics raised some money and had some fun with a special event last weekend.

On Sunday, the group hosted the Sports Showdown Challenge, which pitted teams against one another to not only raise money for Delta Gymnastics’ new home, which is currently under construction in Ladner and slated for completion this spring, but to complete eight physical challenges set up throughout the current facility in Tsawwassen.

“It was awesome,” said Delta Gymnastics executive director Mark Friesen.

Eight teams participated, including one each from the Delta fire and police departments, the Corporation of Delta, Delta Gymnastics, Delta school board and others from the community.

The challenges ranged from the physically strenuous to those that required simple co-ordination to some that were just plain fun.

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A16 The Delta Optimist January 29, 2011 In the Community

Jar Wars pits classes at DSS against each other in Nicaraguan fundraiser BY

that featured a unique twist.

The student council-organized fundraiser, called Jar Wars, had students in each class trying to collect as many pennies as possible.

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Students at Delta Secondary took part in a coin collecting fundraiser

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Delta Secondary Grade 12 student Amy Zell (left), pictured here with classmate Michelle Stevens, said classes tried to sabotage each other in the Jar Wars fundraiser.

Each penny was worth a point, while higher valued coins, such as nickels (minus-5), dimes (minus10) and quarters (minus25), counted in the negative.

The classes were trying to sabotage each other by stuffing as many higher value coins as possible in

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The contest wrapped up Friday. Proceeds will go to a Nicaraguan school project being undertaken by the high school’s International Friendship Association.

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leisure&lifestyles

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Zen and the art of acting Industry veteran to lead local workshop DAVE WILLIS

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ilm and TV industry veteran Greg Webb will be running an acting workshop beginning next week in Ladner.

The weekly workshop is titled Zen and the Art of Acting.

“It’s going to be a really fun, cool way to spend a few hours four Sundays in February. At the end of it you’ll have something you can use regardless of whether you’re trying to make a career out of this or just trying to get a little less stress, a little more fun into your life,” says Webb, who recently moved to Ladner and currently teaches at the New Image Film Conservatory in Vancouver.

He says the sessions will include simple exercises and that “the vast majority of our time together will be spent up and playing.”

Webb, who’s originally from Tennessee and had lived and worked in Los Angeles for 20 years, has experience acting, voice

acting and directing.

“The best part about being an actor is what happens to you while you’re trying to add to your resume. This pursuit of sophisticated adult play is something I got hooked on fairly early on,” he says.

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His more recent work includes roles in TV shows Fringe, Smallville, Chaos and True Justice, a Steven Seagal project.

“I’ve aged into some category where actually I’m going out for stuff more

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now than any time since probably my mid-20s,” he says.

Zen and the Art of Acting will run Sundays from Feb. 6 to 27 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Open Space Yoga in Ladner Village.

“It’s for working actors but it’s also for anybody interested in figuring out how to creatively and successfully bring more of themselves to whatever it is they’re doing.”

The workshop costs $200 if paid before Feb. 6 or $250 at the door.

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Tsawwassen painter debuting at library BY

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Lara West’s work will be on display at the Tsawwassen Library.

Lara West will make her debut with an upcoming exhibit of paintings at the Tsawwassen Library.

“It’s a little nerve wracking, putting yourself out there, but having sold a few gives me a bit of a boost,” she says. “Hopefully it does well.”

West, who lives in Tsawwassen, began painting earnestly in 2009 and has already sold about 16 pieces after putting some on display at MudBay Wines, where she works part-time.

“It’s a really good outlet and doesn’t take a lot of time. I’m a single mom.

I paint in my kitchen in between the cooking and cleaning,” she says with a laugh.

She’ll have about 20 acrylic paintings at the show “if they’ll all fit.”

Most are of hearts and dragonflies.

“I’m hoping to branch out into something else eventually,” she says. “But the dragonflies sell like crazy, so...”

Most of the dragonfly paintings include positive sayings written in Japanese

kanji. “(Dragonflies) represent, from a lot of cultures, change and renewal and growth,” West says.

She likes working in acrylics because of the vibrant colours, quick drying time and “if you make a mistake, you can just paint over top.”

West’s show at the Tsawwassen Library runs from Feb. 1 to March 6.

She’ll be there on Thursday, Feb. 10 from 3 to 6 p.m.

After the show her works will go back to MudBay Wines in Tsawwassen and White Rock.

A20 The Delta Optimist January 29, 2011

leisure&lifestyles health&fitness

Exercises to train your core at home p.j. wren

Well on Your Way Try these challenging exercises to work your abdominals as well as the glutes, hamstrings and the low back muscles. They’ll also work your shoulders, triceps and upper back muscles.

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with your wrists directly underneath your shoulders. * Draw you body into a nice long line. Your hips should not be creeping up instead, the hips, shoulders and feet should all be lined up. * Engage the core to maintain this position and tap out with the left leg and touch the ground. Bring the leg back up onto the chair and tap out with the other leg. * Perform 15-20 times, each leg.

Tip: If this is too painful for the wrists, perform the exercise with push-up bars or with your hands on top of hexagon hand weights.

This will keep your wrists in a neutral position.

2. Side Plank with Twist * Position your feet one in front of the other, and your bottom arm right under your shoulder. * Keep your hips stacked and in a straight line with your feet and shoulders. * Extend the top arm straight up, so it is in one line with the shoulder. (see pic 2a) * Using the obliques (waist muscles), twist the upper body down and towards the ground rotating the arm under you. (see pic 2b) Really reach that bottom arm under and around your torso. * Perform 10-15 repetitions on one side and turn over

Picture 1 * Place your feet on top of a sturdy chair, digging your toes into the chair,

Picture 2a

Picture 2b

hold the last one up for 30 seconds.

Tip: This is an excellent exercise for people with low back and knee problems.

4. Reverse Plank Press-Ups * Lying face up, place both heels on

Picture 3 and perform again.

Tip: If your upper back is tight, this exercise will also provide you with a nice stretch.

3. Bridges * Lie on your back with the bottoms of your shoes resting on the outer lip of the chair. * With your arms extended straight above your shoulders, drive your hips as high as you can, using your glutes and hamstrings. (see pic 3) * Perform 20-25 reps and then

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top of the chair and your hands directly under your shoulders, fingertips pointing towards the chair. * Using your hamstrings and glutes, press the hips up as high as you can — aim for parallel to the ground, though you may not get there on the first few times. (see pic 4a) * Allow the bum to drop a few inches and then press up again. (see pic 4b) * Aim for 1215 reps.

Tip: This exercise is more challenging than it looks.

Really engage the hamstrings by digging the heels into the chair to help lift your body up.

PJ Wren is a local personal trainer and writer in the Delta area who can be reached at: www. fitnesswithpj.com.

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e’re on Highway 1, just west of Revelstoke, and everything’s white — the road ahead, the shoulders beside, my husband’s knuckles.

Kamikaze flakes hit the windshield like hailing fusillade, then spiral chaotically into a tunneling vortex. Though we’re creeping ever so slowly, it feels like we’re flying faster than Alice did down the rabbit hole.

“What some people will do for a little powder,” I say to Brent, who is the driving force behind this Kootenay ski trip. “OK, lots of powder!” I re-clarify, after hearing the record snowfall.

My mountain man is psyched about the slopes. I, on the other hand, would be happy hanging around the hot tub. Eighty centimetres in the past three days is more than my quads can handle.

Although Revelstoke Mountain Resort is the newest kid on North America’s ski block, this four-year-old has already earned brownie badges — highest liftserviced vertical, only village to offer lift, cat, heli and backcountry skiing, one-stop shopping,

greatest annual snowfall.

And there’s more. Eventually, they’ll have a total of 20 chairs and over 100 runs. Golf greens will drape the valley floor. Hotels, housing and retail will hug up to a pedestrian village. And the activity-packed hamlet of Revelstoke will forever remain at its doorstep.

World class? That’s what they’re aiming for.

There’s a definite buzz about the pending development, and with this three-day snowfall, the hype has escalated.

“It’s been years since we’ve had dump like this,” the check-in receptionist says, excitedly. “And they’re calling for another 10 overnight.”

Even more reason to cozy-up in the posh Nelsen Lodge, I think to myself. Gleaming granite, sleek slate, polished wood — Nels Nelsen, the 1920s record-holding ski jumper and lodge’s namesake, would be proud.

We settle into our chic suite and make use of the chef-envy kitchen, spa-style bath and heavenly bed. Just steps away are the fitness room, 24/7 latte lounge and that soothing hot tub. I could easily stay cocooned here for the entire stay.

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Making powder tracks on the hills at Revelstoke Mountain Resort.

“Check out the gondola,” Brent says, with kid-like glee.

An outdoor centre, retail and the nosh Rockford Wok|Bar|Grill snuggle together on the lodge’s lower level, and steps away, hoarding the limelight, is the eight-passenger speedster that will whisk us skyward. The Stoker quad that links to the top of this escalator will take us higher — to a heavenly 2,225 metres, where the Monashees and Selkirks are just about touchable.

The Ripper, another fast foursome, ascends 500 vertical metres

in another direction to service more powder junkies. My head spins. Flurries fall. And the fear factor sets in.

“I’ll go,” I finally agree to Brent, “but not without a lesson.”

The following morning, Nitzan Nzuella comes to the rescue. The Israel-born expert with level four credentials has skied in more places than I’ve visited.

“I’ll gear the lesson totally to your ability,” she says, assuredly, from this highest summit. “This mountain’s so big, you’ll be blown away.”

Although not totally comforted by these words, it’s clear. Like others who work in this wonderland, she’s pumped.

Countless downhill options fan out before us from this picturesque plateau: Evergreen glades, challenging chutes, barren bowels.

All are cloaked in an epic dump and, like today’s lift lines, are uncluttered, serene.

“Just lean forward and bend your knees,” she explains, when sensing my apprehension about the thigh-deep cloaking. “And, tense your core.” Easy for her to say.

But to my surprise, after following Nzuella’s lead, I don’t need an escape route. The untracked terrain is lighter than goose down and thanks to her tips, I rediscover that familiar bobbing rhythm.

Over the next two days, we scroll down cruisers like Critical Path and Chopper, claim yee-haws on Snow Rodeo and Wooly Bully, and ease onto that cat track whenever our thighs burn out. When it’s time to refuel, Mackenzie Outpost and Mid Mountain Lodge are just a glide away. And soothing my well-used quads at the end of each day is that inviting hot tub.

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A22 The Delta Optimist January 29, 2011

January 29, 2011 The Delta Optimist A23

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$

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2010 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE AWD 8 PASSENGER S.U.V., POWER GROUP & MORE #2068

2010 GMC SAVANA 2500

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2005 2005 D DODGE ODGE R RAM AM

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25,045*

$

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2007 2007 2 0 0 7 CADILLAC C CADILLAC ADILLAC EESCALADE SCALADE ESCALADE

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40,550*

$

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A24 The Delta Optimist January 29, 2011

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January 29, 2011 The Delta Optimist A25

leisure&lifestyles

88 Deerfield Place Open Sunday 2-4

FILE PHOTO

The newest exhibit at the Delta Museum focuses on beaches, Boundary Bay and transportation.

$79

8,00

0

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ELMAR KLUKAS

604.716.8080 • www.elmarklukas.com Real Estate Advice and Experience You Can Trust

01234604

Discover how Tsawwassen, Point Roberts and Boundary Bay came into existence and the history of many ongoing “hot spots” of controversy, including the Roberts Bank back-up lands and the Treaty of Oregon.

A guided tour of the exhibit, followed by an illustrated talk by local natural historian Anne Murray, will be offered at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 10.

The lecture will focus on the geographical, ecological and historical changes that have taken place in Tsawwassen and South Delta since the days of the early European explorers.

This talk will feature both archival photographs and present day photographs by David Blevins.

Tickets cost $5 and space is limited, so if you are interested in attending, call 604946-9322 to register.

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South Delta’s rich heritage can be spotted by driving down the palm tree-lined 56th Street that now identifies South Delta as a thriving destination for tourists, retirees and young families.

But have you ever wondered how this beautiful spot evolved from a quiet farming community? Or how the Tsawwassen ferry terminal became a fixture in provincial and national travel?

The community of South Delta is home not only to the ferry terminal, but also the Roberts Bank superport, English Bluff and beautiful Boundary Bay. The Delta Museum & Archives Society’s newest exhibit, titled Border, Bay and Beach: Always in the Headlines, offers a historical perspective of growth and change in this economically, culturally and ecologically rich region.

Well, another year has passed at Meow +Bark Avenue in Steveston Village. Looking back it certainly was fun packed.

In May we moved to our new location which we love—lots of free parking for all our friends & customers. It was fun to watch people buying Ice Cream for dogs—it sure helped make those dog daze of summer more com01261822

604.943.1372

Meow & Bark Avenue fortable to have ice cold treats to munch on. We are always on the look out for locally made healthy treats, this year Farley’s Favorite has added another flavor---sweet potato even yummier served frozen.

Before we knew it, it was fall and time for our Halloween Party, we all laughed till we cried at some of the antics of the pets, a lot of people had incredible costumes both for them and their dogs, but not every one wears a costume. It was just fun to stand around eating and To Beg For Pumpkin Organic snacks, made here in Richmond and to watch all the others

by Brenda Boychuk

parade around -- very entertaining indeed.

Then it is just a blur until Christmas, the Santa photos were a big hit as always. This year we photographed dogs, cats, rabbits and a ferret. The pets seem to really enjoy being the center of attention on Santa’s knee and the parents faces just beam as they watch their beloved pets. Hard to say who enjoys it more. Brenda was on Global TV talking about gift ideas for pets, the big hit this year was Catnip Bubbles for cats and K9 water bottle for dogs. Wonder what this year will bring.

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A26 The Delta Optimist January 29, 2011

Sports Editor: Mark Booth

Phone: 604-946-4451

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“ON THE ROAD AGAIN” PAYMENT PLAN

Goalie headed out on ‘trip of a lifetime’ Ladner’s Tommy Mulka going to Quebec in February for international peewee hockey tournament BY

DAVE WILLIS

dwillis@delta-optimist.com

Ladner’s Tommy Mulka is looking forward “to a trip of a lifetime.”

The 11-year-old goalie will be heading to La belle province for the Quebec International PeeWee Hockey Tournament with the Burnaby Winter Club ‘AAA’ Bruins next month.

“It’s great to be able to go there and wear the BWC jersey,” he said.

The team’s first game is against a club from Detroit.

A victory means they’d move on to play either a team from Ontario or Russia. Besides Canada, the U.S. and Russia, there are teams from Slovakia, Finland and Switzerland in the Bruins’ grouping.

FILE PHOTO

The Delta Ice Hawks and Richmond Sockeyes will meet one last time in the regular season on Feb. 15 at the Ladner Leisure Centre.

Ice Hawks and Sockeyes in tight battle for first place

Tommy Mulka

The tournament, held at Colisée Pepsi in Quebec City from February 10 to 20, attracts teams from 16 countries and around 2,300 players, its website states.

Since it was founded in 1960, past NHLers such as Brad Park, Guy Lafleur, Marcel Dionne, Wayne Gretzky, Mario Lemieux and Eric Lindros have taken part.

Mulka wasn’t expecting to get the chance to go to Quebec at the start of the season. Originally playing for a single ‘A’ team at the winter club, Mulka only recently joined the ‘AAA’ group.

“Around Christmas time, one of the goalies

BY

DAVE WILLIS

dwillis@delta-optimist.com

PHOTO BY

DAVE WILLIS

Goalie Tommy Mulka will be heading to the Quebec International PeeWee Hockey Tournament in February. left the ‘AAA’ team,” said John Mulka, Tommy’s dad.

“We got the call right after Christmas that he’d be moving up to the ‘AAA’ team.

Needless to say that was a pretty good Christmas present. Part of it was, guess what, you’re going to Quebec City.”

Tommy said he was surprised about being picked to move up.

“I was really happy. I couldn’t imagine in 100 years that would ever hap-

Tides at Tsawwassen Pacific Standard Time. Height in feet

pen,” he said.

He’s not going in with expectations of seeing plenty of game action however.

“If they want him to play, he’ll play and if they don’t that’s fine too,” said John, who’s going to Quebec as a chaperone.

Cultural trips are planned for the players as well.

Tommy spent two years with South Delta Minor playing house hockey before joining the winter club.

The Delta Ice Hawks are entering the last few weeks of the regular season locked in a tight race for first overall with the Richmond Sockeyes.

One date in particular is looming large for the crossriver rivals.

On Feb. 15 the teams play each other at the Ladner Leisure Centre in what could be a pivotal match up to determine first place in the Pacific International Junior Hockey League’s Tom Shaw Conference.

As of press time Richmond, sitting at 65 points, had a one-point lead over Delta with both teams

having played the same number of games. (The Ice Hawks visited the Ridge Meadows Flames yesterday after the Optimist’s deadline).

The Ice Hawks and Sockeyes last met a little

One date in particular is looming large for the cross-river rivals. more than two weeks ago at Richmond Arena. Delta grinded out a 3-1 victory in what was arguably their biggest win of the season at that point.The trio of John Proctor, Mitch Pacey and Anthony Brito, who each measure 6-foot-4, led the way for the Ice Hawks with plenty of bodychecking in

that meeting.

On Tuesday Delta beat the North Delta Devils 3-2 on home ice.

Pacey scored early in the third period for the Ice Hawks to break a 2-2 deadlock. Delta jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first period with markers from Aaron Merrick and Cody Fidgett only to have the Devils tie things up with a pair of goals in the second.

Former Ice Hawk Marco Finucci scored on a penalty shot and also had an assist for North Delta.

Doug Birks turned aside 22 shots for the win.

The Ice Hawks next home game is against Squamish next Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Ladner Leisure Centre.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 29

MONDAY, JANUARY 31

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2

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6:11 am 15.1 4:34 pm 13.5

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9:26 am 11.8 9:28 pm 2.6

11:04 am 10.8 10:59 pm 2.6

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These predictions are supplements to and not replacements for the Canadian Tide and Current Tables, which include the only authorized tidal predictions for Canada and are provided by Canadian Hydrographic Service.

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BRIAN ELSEY

604-551-9396

PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

Fantastic Selection of Floating Homes

www.bcfloatinghomes.com

Sutton Seafair Realty 4407 W River Road

Progroup Realty

www.brianelsey.ca

MLS: V865731

Type: House/Single Family Bedrooms: 1 Area: Ladner

LP: $139,900 Total Baths: 1 Total Area: 670

#11 – 3459 W River Road

D L SO

MLS: V854074

Type: Strata LP: $739,000 Bedrooms: 2 Total Baths: 4 Area: Canoe Pass Village Total Area: 2499

#8 – 3473 W. River Road Type: Strata Bedrooms: 3 Area: Wes-Del Marina

#3 – 3473 W River Road Type: Strata Bedrooms: 2 Area: Wes-Del Marina

MLS: V19878

LP: $385,000 Total Baths: 3 Total Area: 1980

4469 West River Road

MLS: V853592

www.bcfloatinghomes.com

Sutton Seafair Realty

3640 Shuswap, Steveston New Price $594,500!!!

Features include hardwood floored living room with cozy gas fireplace. Bright kitchen with a new stainless refrigerator, garden window box. Large family room with French doors to sun drenched patio with arbor. Huge laundry room (washer dryer only 1 year old). All appliances are included plus a bonus of a wall-mounted flat screen TV in the family room. Detached garage (22’ x 12’) with laneway access. Easy to show, priced to sell. Call Harry (604-3152633) and/or Brian (604-551-9396) today!

WE SELL YOUR HOME FASTER AND FOR MORE!

LP: $249,000 Total Baths: 1 Total Area: 794 MLS: V865955

LP: $539,900 Total Baths: 2 Total Area: 1630

• Excellent 1 level, 3 bedroom starter or retirement home • Attached garage/workshop.

• 1 bathroom plus 2 pc. ensuite in master, over 1400 sq.ft.

• Many upgrades.

• Very private, fenced and landscaped lot with flowering shrubs and trees.

• Close to schools, recreation, shopping and transportation.

BUYING A HOME? SELLING ONE? RELOCATING?

LP: $388,800 Total Baths: 2 Total Area: 1420

#37 – 3459 West River Road

615 Gilchrist Drive, Tsawwassen $549,900

INVENTORY NEEDED

MLS: V844684

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Type: Moorage $875/mo.

Bedrooms: 1 Area: Ladner Reach

www.harryratchford.ca

• 604.788.9727

You need a realtor who will help you make the right decisions.

A realtor committed to your best interests. With Brian and Harry you receive: ❑✓ Your home advertised until sold ❑✓ Service above and beyond a single agent ❑✓ Outstanding selling and negotiating skills

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#23 – 3871 River Road

Type: House/Single Family Bedrooms: 3 Area: Ladner

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LP: $385,000 Total Baths: 2 Total Area: 1300

#8 – 3871 W. River Road

Type: Moorage $875/mo.

Bedrooms: 2 Area: Ladner Reach

Type: House/Single Family Bedrooms: 1 Area: Ladner

MLS: V811736

LP: $638,000 Total Baths: 4 Total Area: 1755

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Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

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Call Brian or Harry for a FREE MARKET EVALUATION of your home!

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Sutton Group - Seafair Realty 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC V4L 2B2 Tel: 604.943.3110 Fax: 604.943.6155 OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 • $429,000 THE ONYX TSAWWASSEN • 201 - 1175 55TH ST.

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT • $339,000 405 - 5518 14TH AVENUE • WINDSOR WOODS

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 • $619,900 1671 DUNCAN DRIVE, BEACH GROVE

OPEN OPEN SATURDAY SATURDAY & SUNDAY & SUNDAY 2-4 • $1,098,000 2-4 351 351 - 56TH 56TH STREET, STREET, TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN $1,098,000

Beautiful 2 bedroom suite with wood floors, open granite kitchen, 9 ft ceilings and lots of natural light in a well built newer rainscreened building just minutes walk to Beach Grove and the ocean. Steps away from transit, shops, community centre and golf. Pets allowed, perfect if you are considering sizing down from a home.

Wonderfully located penthouse suite with 2 bedrooms overlooking waterfall feature in the popular Windsor Woods. Vaulted ceilings and wood floors, comes with 2 parking stalls, and pets allowed. Great opportunity, top floor rarely available.

Beach Grove post and beam rancher situated on a westerly exposed lot just steps to elementary school and beach trails. This 3 bedroom open plan has a brand new kitchen overlooking the living room and out to sun room. It also has a garage. Come and see!

Spectacular 1 year old (never occupied) 6 bedroom home with 5 ensuites.

Spectacular 1 year old (never occupied) 6 bedroom home This 3,600 sq.ft. craftsman home issq. situated on a 9,800 sq.ft. west is exposed lot with 5 ensuites.

This 3600 ft. Craftsman home situated overlooking farmlandslot andoverlooking boundary bay. farmlands and on a 9800 sq. ft. west exposed Boundary Bay.

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT • $599,000 4820 48TH AVENUE, LADNER

OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 • $438,000 THE ONYX TSAWWASSEN • 102 - 1175 55TH ST.

OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 2-4 • $379,900 101 - 1642 56TH STREET • TSAWWASSEN

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT • $1,069,000 1124 SHAMAN CRESCENT, TSAWWASSEN

Great floor plan at the very desirable Onyx, just steps from Thrifty's and the Town Centre. 2 bedrooms, plus a den and large ensuite storage with open plan. 9 ft. ceilings and gourmet kitchen. Private walk out patio and 2 parking stalls.

Just listed in Windgrove. High end finishing in this beautiful corner suite with 9 ft. ceilings, granite counters, wood floors, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths plus den. Never been lived in and sunny NE exposure.

Architecturally designed contemporary home situated in The Village with 9,000 sq.ft. beautifully landscaped and private lot. This 3,500 sq.ft. fully renovated home has in-law suite and views of Boundary Bay.

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Beautifully restored heritage home in central Ladner by reputable Ladner builder and just recently a brand new roof on the home and double car garage in the back.

All the charm of the old with modern amenities. Open floor living on the main with 3 bedrooms up. A unique and beautiful home.

January 29, 2011 The Delta Optimist A29

Only $784,900 HST included

ONLY 2 HOMES LEFT - LAST CHANCE TO BUY

4872 and 4876 53rd Street Ladner

CALL TO VIEW

SUBMITTED PHOTO

The South Delta PeeWee Chiefs finished second at a tournament in Kamloops last weekend.

The South Delta PeeWee Chiefs came away from the Kamloops PeeWee Recreational Tournament with a second place finish last weekend.

In the finals South Delta lost 5-3 against Langley.

Through the first and second periods, the Chiefs had built a 3-0 lead before a strong comeback from the Langley squad.

The boys fought hard to come back but simply ran out of time and proudly

brought home the sliver medal.

In round robin action South Delta lost their opening game 4-1 to the same Langley team but went on to win the next three games, which included a couple of shutouts.

The tournament had 12 teams from the Okanagan and the Lower Mainland take part.

The Chiefs are coached

by Paul Skujins, Rod Vaughan and Dave Jackson

and are managed by Sean McMillan.

They have a strong group of forwards and defence and solid goaltending.

The team is comprised of the following players: Nolan McLeod, Mathew Lowe, Jack McMillan, Iver Jackson, Mathew Thompson, Joshua Vaughan, Wes Hacklander, Kirt Hacklander, Liam Swayze, Taylor Goundrey, Dylan Skujins, Jackson Skujins and Nick Worsnop.

Beautifully crafted new home right in the heart of charming Ladner. Over 2,500 SF of luxury living space featuring 4 large bedrooms + den w/frosted sliding doors, 3 bathrooms, 2 gas fireplaces, functional designer kitchen w/stainless steel appliance package including side-by-side fridge, gas stove & dishwasher, side-by-side washer & dryer. Elegant finishings including crown mouldings, premium laminate & tile flooring, granite counters & modern fixtures. Double garage, stone patio & large fenced yard add to the long list of features. Centrally located, close to shopping & transit routes.

604-789-6405 12086635

Chiefs get silver in Kamloops

2011 FORD ESCAPE XLT

FEATURING: -Power Front Disc, Rear Drum Brakes & Anti-lock Braking System -Engine- 2.5L I4 Engine -MyKey -Electronic Power Assisted Steering -Easy Fuel Capless Fuel-Filler -Keyless Entry, SecuriCode -Power Window, Locks and Mirrors -16” Aluminum Wheels -Air Conditioning -AM/FM Single CD/MP3, Auto Volume Control -SYNC Voice Activated System

-Power 6-Way Driver Seat -SIRIUS Satellite Radio w/ 6 Month prepaid Subscription -Steering Wheel Mounted Speed Controls -AdvanceTrac w/ Roll Stability Control -Airbags Dual-Stage Drivers & Front Passenger -Battery Saver Feature -Illuminated Entry -Safety Package including: Side Airbags, and Safety Canopy -SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System -Tire Pressure Monitoring System -6 Speed Automatic Transmission

0% Financing over 72 Months with $2917 Cash Down

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What a rare opportunity! Westham Island Winery is being What a beautiful 3 bedroom rancher on prestigious Arthur offered for sale! 32.63 Acres of assorted mature berries!

Drive. Updated with new kitchen, cork !ooring, updated Beautiful 3,800 sq.ft home built in 1997 + beautiful winery bathrooms, paint, etc! Family room, solarium, bonus games store, large barns, fruit stand, etc! WHAT an OPPORTUNITY! room in loft. Views over farmland & waterway!

4274 Arthur Drive-Ladner 2170 Westham Island Road-Ladner

YOUR #1 REALTOR FOR SOUTH DELTA! TOP 1% OF ALL REALTORS IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009 Top 5% of all Realtors in Greater Vancouver in 2006, 2007, 2008.

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

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

priced @ $579,500 STUNNING 3 or 4 BDRM T/H!

BEAUTIFUL 3 BDRM HOME

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WOW! Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this one! LARGEST !oor plan in Soughtafter Village Green complex! END UNIT 1,558 sq.ft, 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, this home is immaculate! Ready to move in! Large open plan living and kitchen area! #30-4787 57th Street-Ladner

Wow! Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 storey home, main !oor down, bedrooms up! Updated bathrooms, laminate !ooring, light "xtures, paint, mouldings, new roof & furnace! Private yard!

Walk to historic Ladner Village in 1 minute!!!

priced @ $429,900

priced @ $599,900

VIEW LOT! ENGLISH BLUFF RD

BEAUTIFUL 2 BDRM CONDO

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priced to sell @ $3,880,000

4963 Mariner Place-Ladner

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7,400 Sq.ft Rectangular building lot, SUNNY EXPOSURE, VIEWS OVER BOUNDARY BAY AND MOUNTAINS from your beautiful new living room! Ready to build! Great opportunity!

English Bluff address! Make your dream happen today!

1006 English Bluff Road-Tsawwassen

Wow! Beautiful 2 bedroom condo in sought-after Fairview 56! High-end "nishings, granite, maple kitchen, mouldings etc! 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, walk to absolutely everything in less than 2 minutes!

WOW! BEAUTY! 3 BDRM HOME

3 BDRM T/H IN VILLAGE

priced @ $499,900 360 degree ne onli virtual tour

#207-1375 View Crescent-Tsawwassen

priced @ $333,800 360 degree ne onli virtual tour

Absolutely beautiful 3-Bedroom Home in West Ladner! Main Renovated 3 bedroom townhouse in the heart of historic !oor down, bedrooms up! Many updates including new roof, Ladner Village! 1,524 sf, new kitchen, updated bathrooms, laminate !ooring, paint, etc! Shows great! Private patio! 2 kitchen, appliances, mouldings, paint, landscaping, etc! secured parking spots! Walk to Village in minutes!

Private sunny south-facing rear yard! Double garage, front

5962 49A Ave-Ladner

priced @ $609,900

#1-5078 47A Ave-Ladner

priced @ $349,900

90 SALES BY FRASER

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from January 19th 2010 to December 5th 2010.

THAT IS 1 SALE EVERY 3.55 DAYS!!!

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WOW! Don’t miss this one! LARGEST !oor plan in Soughtafter Village Green complex! END UNIT 1,558 sq.ft, 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, this home is immaculate! 2 balconies, SUNNY EXPOSURE! Walk to Village in minutes!

WOW! Beautiful condo in Ladner’s Prime Waterfront Condo Development! River West! This spacious 1,353 sq.ft 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit has been renovated with new kitchen, appliances, hardwood !ooring, hot water tank,

#30-4787 57th Street-Ladner

#208-4743 River Road West-Ladner

BRAND NEW 4 BDRM+FLEX

YALETOWN STUDIO CONDO

priced to sell @ $429,900

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this week

offer pending

Absolutely stunning new home by T. E. Andres Homebuilders!

Ready for immediate occupancy! 2,200 sq.ft, 5,000 sq.ft lot, master suite on main !oor! Huge, open great room concept with patio doors to private yard. High-end "nishings.

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

just sold by fraser

5240 Lynn Place-Ladner

priced to sell @ $789,900 incl.HST

SPACIOUS 3 BDRM HOME! 360 degree ne onli virtual tour

offer pending

#1802-989 Beatty Street-Vancouver

priced @ $339,900 UPDATED 2 BDRM TOWNHOME! 360 degree ne onli virtual tour

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Wow! Absolutely beautiful townhome in sought-after SundiBeautiful 3 bedroom townhome in sought-after Harbour side! Totally renovated new windows, new bathrooms, new al complex. Beautiful new kitchen with stainless appliances, large, extended kitchen, laminate !ooring, etc! This is a real updated bathrooms, !ooring and oak stairs, crown mouldings, paving stoned yard, garden shed! This is a stunning beauty! Don’t miss out! Private yard backing green space. #115-5421 10th Ave-Tsawwassen 4821 Turnbuckle Wynd-Ladner

MILLION DOLLAR VIEW!

priced @ $373,000 WESTHAM ISLAND ACREAGE!

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priced @ $340,000

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Wow! Stunning Executive Home with absolutely breathtaking Rare! Rare! Rare! Estate-like 3,563 sf home on 3.17 acres views of farmland, Boundary, Mount Baker, Golf Course, etc, in ladner’s best area, Westham Island! Waterfront on canal, direct views over beautiful farmland! Sunsets every night! etc! This home can’t be explained with words! Custom built Double shop, garage, and TRIPLE CARPORT! Paddock! WOW with every option imaginable! 3,640 SqFt, 3 bedrooms.

5736 Goldenrod Crescent-Tsawwassen

priced @ $849,900

4485 Tamboline Road-Westham Island-Ladner

reduced to $1,350,000

Call today to discuss my marketing strategy. No Pressures.

604.728.2845

fraser outsells the competition every 3.55 days!!!

Fraser CURRENTLY RANKS at #14 out of all realtors in GREATER VANCOUVER for total sales in 2010. (Over 6,500 realtors total) That is actually ranking in the TOP 0.3% of ALL realtors in Greater Vancouver!!!

Re/Max Progroup Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street

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check out 360 virtual tour @ www.pixilink.com/tours5/4827-glendale-d

HOT NEW LISTING! PRICED TO SELL! MASSIVE LOT! Cute as a button character home. 1,786 sq ft including un"nished loft. 2 or potentially 3 bedroom home. Large rustic family room! Updated with laminate, paint, moulding. Huge 9,583 sq ft lot!!! One of ladners hidden no-thru streets! Walk to high school or village! Double garage, new, large driveway!

PRICED TO SELL @ $529,900

4827 Glendale Ave-Ladner

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One of a kind! Rare 3,300 SqFt custom built home with every option possible! You will not "nd another home in Ladner to compare! Large 7,550 SqFt Lot (large backyard), front porch, massive covered deck at rear off family room for living outdoors all year round, plus balcony off master bedroom. High-end "nishings! 24” Italian porcelain-tile throughout,

PRICED @ $1,199,000

5848 Fair Wynd-Marina Gardens-Ladner

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YOUR #1 REALTOR FOR SOUTH DELTA! TOP 1% OF ALL REALTORS IN GREATER VANCOUVER in 2009

ONLY 2 LOTS AVAILABLE IN LADNER’S NEW LYNN PLACE SUBDIVISION. CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION, WALK TO ALL SCHOOLS, SHOPS, ETC! BUILD CUSTOM WITH SERENITY HOMES. LOTS ARE SELLING FAST. CALL TODAY FOR DETAILS. CUSTOMIZE YOUR HOME CONSTRUCTION AND FINISHING. BUILDING LOTS BETWEEN $400,000 and $500,000.

LOTS STARTING AT $400,000

Lynn Place-Ladner

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

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

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

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Only 6 townhomes remaining in Ladner’s latest and greatest ‘Manor Gardens’. 3 levels, spacious plans, double garages, high-end "nishings including hardwood, granite, 9’ ceilings on main etc! Private yards, 2-5-10 year national warranties, quality built, 3 bdrms, 3 baths. Call today for an information package. 2 colour schemes available.

Prices starting at $499,900 incl. HST. 4766 55b st-Lad

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www.fraserelliott.com

January 29, 2011 The Delta Optimist A33

SUSAN GREEN

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Real Estate 604.715.3694 for Real People

604-512-5132

www.susangreen.ca

susangreen@dccnet.com

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 PM

Tsawwassen 5413 Wallace

One level living in quiet Pebble Hill area. Pride of home ownership shows throughout this lovely 3 bedroom 2 bathroom rancher sitting on sunny almost 7000sf lot. Extra large, one car garage.

Lots of storage inside and outside of the house. Nice manicured yard with in ground sprinkler system. New windows and flooring. Walking distance to Diefenbaker Park. Great value for the money.

Asking $ 645,000

New Listing

One level living. Huge 1560 sf sunny and warm two bedroom, two bathroom apartment in East Cambie area. Insuite laundry Richmond and storage plus a locker, huge entertaining size dining room, 11240 master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, 2 south facing balconies.

MellisSecured Dr under the building parking. Solid and well maintained building, trouble free, recently rain-screened and One living. stilllevel under warranty. Close to all amenities, across from Huge 1560 sf sunny the Albert Airey Park. Asking $378,800

$599,900 Unique post and beam 2-level with 2 bedrooms up and 2 down and family room off the kitchen. Vaulted wood ceilings and bright sunny-south facing floor-to-ceiling windows. Beautifully renovated main bath. 2-car garage with 160 s.f. workshop. On a quiet street in an excellent neighbourhood within easy walk of elementary and high schools.

SUTTON SEAFAIR REALTY

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6049437411

REGENCY REALTY LTD.

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1625 56th Street 604-943-3110

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Call Susan today for more information.

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CALDER Edward

Dec 4, 1922 - Jan 21, 2011

Born in North Bend, B.C. Ed passed away on the morning of January 21, 2011 at the Delta Hospital at the age of 88 years old.

(Thanks everyone at Delta Hospital). He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Beth, his 3 children, Rob (Vivienne), Jim, Sue; h is 3 g r a n d c h i l d r e n , Malcolm (Lyn), Brian (Charity) and Keith; 2 great grandchildren Liam & Megan; his sister in law Joy and her children and Jake the dog. He will sadly be missed by his family and friends. A celebration of life will be later in the year.

Loved ones who have passed on can be remembered through a Tribute Gift to Delta Hospital Foundation.

Donations made in memory of your loved ones will be acknowledged with cards sent to family members and an acknowledgement and receipt sent to the donor.

Vic ‘Smiley’ Vaitkus

April 16, 1926 - Jan. 15, 2011 Vic will be remembered as a good, hard-working man, an inspirational father, and a generous grandfather. His legacy of ‘never ending’ change, smiles and humility will mark foundational goals for future Vaitkus generations. A service will be held in Toronto on February 5th, 2011. Vic donated his body to UBC Medical Research so that future doctors could benefit from his life; from his passing.

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FLETCHER, Horace Frederick 1914 - 2011

It is with sadness we announce the passing of Horace Frederick (Fletch) Fletcher, born in Rotherham, England. He passed peacefully at Delta View Life Enrichment Centre. He was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Iris and sister Irene Vezeau, also his long-time companion Lorraine Thayer.

Fletch is survived by daughter Denise (Don) Goddard, granddaughter Amanda Goddard, also nephew Malcolm (Pat) Muir and niece June (Bill) Parsons. There will be no Service by request. Memorial gifts may be donated in Fletch’s name to McKee Seniors Recreation Centre, 5155 - 47th Avenue, Ladner, BC V4K 0A2.

Delta Funeral Home 604-946-6040

GUITE, Maurice

Maurice Guite was born in Pine Falls, Manitoba on January 16, 1951 and quietly passed away in Delta, BC on January 24, 2011.

He is predeceased by his parents Yvon and Opal Guite. He will be remembered as a beloved husband to Belinda, father to Kim, Rebekah and Jonathan and grandfather to Cal, Matt and Chris. He is also survived by his brothers Philip, Armand and Marcel and sisters Ruby and Darlene.

Maurice was a respected businessman in Tsawwassen. He had a loving and gentle spirit with a great sense of humor. He lived strong.

Services will be held at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, BC on Sunday, January 30, 2011 at 2:00 pm.

Reception following service.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Irene Thomas Hospice, 4635 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC , V4K 4L8 would be appreciated.

On-line condolences at: www.deltafuneral.ca.

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Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps them near.

HAIGH Keith Anton 68, passed away, Monday, January 24, 2011 at Richmond General Hospital. Keith was born August 12, 1942 in Huddersfield Yorkshire England and was the eldest of 2 children of Walter and Eva Haigh. After immigrating from England, Keith resided on the North Shore then lived in Tsawwassen, Delta for 25 years. Keith obtained his foreign-going Master Mariner Certificate and spent the better part of 10 years at sea. He then dedicated 30 years to Worker’s Compensation Board as an Inspector.

Keith was a member in good standing of the Masonic Lodge and spent his free time gardening, reading, sailing or doing crosswords. Keith is survived by his beloved wife, Judy, of 38 years and his nephew, Simon. He is preceded in death by his sister and parents. A prayer service will be held Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at the Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta at 10am. There will also be a Celebration of Life held on February 5, 2011 at the Haigh residence, 1214 English Bluff Rd, Tsawassen, from 11am-3pm. In Lieu of flowers, donations in Keith’s name can be made to Irene Thomas Hospice (part of the Delta Hospice Society), Delta Animal Shelter or the Canadian Wildlife Federation.

Keith you will be forever in our hearts.

Delta Hospital Foundation gratefully acknowledges gifts in memory of: Dorothy E. Susan Abraham 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 Carl W. Nygren Burr Kathleen R. Lola Capstick Parry David Collier Wayne Power Carole M. Pattie Pruss Coughlan Dorothy Sean Crawford 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

SMITH Kenneth Carter Dec. 18th 1938 – Jan.20th 2011.

Surrounded by his family, Ken passed away after a short, but brutal, battle with Multiple Myeloma. He leaves behind his wife Penney McClure, son David Smith (Ivana and sons Kevin, Eric & David), daughter Lisa Susan Smith, sister Aileen Munns (Bill), brothers Ted Smith (Pauline) & Paul Smith (Jean), his special “sister” Eleanor Carmichael (Bert), his nieces Celina Larocque (Ray) & Valerie Pino (Dave), and all of his nieces, nephews, great nieces great nephews, and dear friends. Born in Toronto to Harold and Ivy Smith, Ken moved to Winnipeg after graduation, where he began his career as a graphic artist and met his first wife, Vicky.

Together, they had two children (David & Susan) and moved to greater Vancouver. Later, Ken met his perfect partner, Penney.

Together they overcame Prostate Cancer, and it is a tribute to his tenacity that they had almost 20 more years, before Cancer intruded once more. Ken was a wonderful and cherished husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, as well as a brilliant artist, designer, craftsman, writer and pianist. One of his great nephews is taking piano lessons so he can play like Oscar Peterson and Uncle Ken. We will greatly miss him, his music, his art, his writings, his political insights, his humour and his wit.

In lieu of flowers, donations to The BC Cancer Agency re: Multiple Myeloma Research, will be gratefully appreciated. The family will hold a private Celebration of Ken’s Life on Saturday, February 19, 2011.

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Survived by his sister Dori Magee (Pete), brother John (Maryanne), sister Susan Pederson (Arnie) and brother Bruce (Karen) as well as 12 nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by his faithful walking companion Kali.

Originally from Smithers B.C. he came to Vancouver as a young man where for over 40 years he was a well respected and honest auto mechanic in Tsawwassen, White Rock and South Surrey. He loved his family, friends, travel, the Roe Lake cabin and a good bottle of beer. A celebration of life is to be held at the Coast Hotel, 1665 56th St in Tsawwassen on Feb 5th 1:30 to 3:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Palliative Care Team at the Delta Hospital, or to the Delta Home Care nurses or to the B.C Cancer Agency.

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Ed was born in Swan River, Manitoba on September 1, 1925. He was raised in Swan River and Geraldton, Ontario.

In 1942, he left home and worked for two years on the Alaska Highway before going to Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario and graduating in 1948 with a BSc in Engineering.

He met his Geraldine (Wark, Renfrew Ontario) in Kingston through her brother John who was also at Queen’s. Married in 1948, Ed and Geraldine went out west to BC (Copper Mountain) and then on to Guyana, Quebec, Ontario, California, Australia, Ontario and finally returning to BC in 1997. No moss ever grew under Ed’s feet - 24 homes in 60 years!

Ed spent 32 years with Alcan ( Alu m in iu m Co m p a n y o f Canada) until 1983. He continued doing contract work (Inco, Canada Post) before finally retiring in 1990. Ed and Geraldine spent their retirement years managing a heritage Inn in Kingston, Ontario; renovating houses; travelling in an RV through the US; spending time with family at their homes in Tsawwassen and Qualicum Beach, BC. A private service with Ed was held on January 18, 2011 with immediate family members. If you wish, donations can be made in Ed’s name to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada or the Salvation Army.

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- Health Benefits • HEALTH BENEFIT PACKAGE $ - Company RRSP • PRE-PLANNED DISPATCH - Dedicated Fleet Managers • DEDICATED FLEET MANAGER - Pre-Planned Dispatch

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FOODSAFE 1 DAY COURSES – ONLY $62!

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Education

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Education

Hilltop Academy 604-930-8377

Certified Traffic Control People and Lane Closure Technicians required.

Must have own vehicle.

604-996-2551 or email Traffic_King@shaw.ca FLORAL WHOLESALER Immediate positions available in Surrey for experienced bouquet designers. Experience is a must.

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Art & Collectibles

NIKON CAMERA Photomic 35mm with 50mm lens circa 1969 (war journalist’s camera) very

good condition. Collector’s piece. $699 obo 604.808.6223 North Shore

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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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Childcare Available

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Licensed Family Daycare French Immersion 0-12 yrs.

Ladner Activities include story telling, crafts, outdoor play.

AMERICAN COCKER Spaniel P/B pups, 7wks old, 1st shots incl, $700 cash obo. 604-375-8822

AUSSIE DOODLE/LAB Doodles, from $650 - $900, yellow or black non shed 604-302-3993

Openings available

Tsawwassen Landscape Maintenance Company

has full-time positions available for the following: • SUPERVISOR with minimum 2 years field exp. and drivers license. Should have site management abilities.

• LAWN CARE TECHNICIANS with proven professional exp.

(Rotary & reel mower), valid drivers license and good knowledge of South Delta necessary.

Competitive wages based on exp. Please phone or leave mess. 604-943-6786

Pls Call Marie-Claude

604-946-7402 Bright Eyes Academy

BLACK FEMALE SHEPARD/ LAB Pups, vaccinated, parents reg, $500 ea. 604-534-3524

Programs for ages 0 - 12

BLUE NOSE PITBULLS to loving home. 1 male, 5 females, $550 (M), $750 (F). 778-968-3123

Child Care Centres

Visit our website:

www.brighteyesacademy.ca Register Now for our Extended Preschool Programs for 2011-2012

French Language Preschool Register Now for Feb/2011

Lutins du Bois Open House

BOSTON TERRIER Pups, CKC reg. vet checked, good pedigrees, nicely marked, To view: 604-406-2415 or 1-604-794-3786 BOXER CKC reg’d purebred puppies ready Feb 14. Fawn, 3Male 1Female $1200 604-302-5052

Feb 2, 6-7:30p.m

785 - 49th Street, Delta 604-948-1222 ECE & Montessori Staff V A N C OU V E R’S L ARGEST Lawn and Property Maintenance Company pays $120-$360 DAILY for outdoor Spring/Summer work.

Hiring honest, competitive, and energetic individuals to fill our various 2011 positions.

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French not required

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Cats

Trades/Technical

is hiring F/T Flat Roofers Panel/Wall Cladders Glaziers

With 2+ years of experience.

Foreman positions available.

Top industry wages based on experience, medical, dental, overtime pay, RRSP matching with all positions.

Email: bkranc@flynn.ca or Fax to: 604-531-4026 LOGGING COMPANY looking for Owner Operator Logging Truck Contractors. Short log and long log for Mackenzie area. Fax 250-714-0525 or ben@bcland.com include references and capabilities.

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

To advertise in Employment call 604-630-3300

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Furniture

DOWNSIZING, Furniture and tools for sale.

Call 604-946-1724 D/R SUITE. 6 chairs, buffet, hutch, 3 leaves, in good cond. $600 obo 604-948-0045

One Call Does It All

604-630-3300

For Sale - Miscellaneous

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■ 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!

Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds. www. abetterlifedogrescue.com

GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups healthy socialized. exc temp vet check deworm $575 604-819-8083

HAVANESE PUPS, CKC Reg. 1 female, 3 males, almost ready to go. choose now, 604-536-1817

Flynn Canada Ltd. 3 ORANGE tabby for sale, born Dec. 4th, ready to pick up Feb. 4th, $120, call 604-872-6025 CATS. Fixed - male and female rescued cats. Free to good, n/s indoor homes only. 604-513-9310

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

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ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $350+.

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KOMONDOR 8 wks, 2 males, low shed/low allergen, smart, loyal, loving. $1000. 604-857-4120

Dogs

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• Must have reliable vehicle • Must be certified & experienced • Union Wages & Benefits Apply in person 19689 Telegraph Trail, Langley fax resume to 604-513-3661 or email: darlene@valleytraffic.ca

FARM LABOURERS

required in Delta. $9.28 per hour. 5 - 6 days per/wk 50-60 hrs per/wk Maintenance work of cranberry fields such as pruning and hand weeding.

Employment starts April 1st, 2011. Please fax application to 604-946-2574 or email: countryinn@telus.net Eagle View Farms Ltd. 4130 - 88th Street, Delta, BC V4K 3N3

(Welding Exp An Asset)

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FLAGPERSONS & LANE CLOSURE TECHS

INTRODUCING OUR NEW SOUTHERN BC PAY PREMIUM

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Carriers

General Employment

Furniture

LAB PUPPIES Choc Black & yellows, males & females, ready view parents $550. 604-701-1587

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Recycler

D/R TABLE, 64' round, oriental, cherrywood, pedestal, w/matching lazy susan. $450. 946-2660

PINE KITCHEN suite includes table, 6 chairs, corner hutch, telephone desk and side cabinet.

Good cond. 604-943-8254

MUST SELL, light oak dining room ste with hutch, bedroom set, chesterfield etc. 604-948-5464

SHELVING 12 inch x 3/4, comprest wood, writing desk, w/drawers, prima dvd home theatre, free you p/u, 604-940-0441

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Musical Instruments

PIANO, YOUNG Chang apt size, upright, ivory color, exc. shape $800. 604-940-2375

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Recycler

FREE PIANO, 1920’s. Recently tuned. Ladner. Contact: 778-318-0922

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Wanted to Buy

WANTED TO buy farm tractors, back hoe & equipment, any cond Call collect 1-604-794-7139

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Dogs

PIT BULL PUPS. Pb Blue Nose Bullies, vet checked & dewormed.

Best lines, looks & prices. $500.

604-819-6006

PRESA CANARIO PB pups, view parents, Fawn & Brindle, shots & dewormed. $900. 778-593-0533 SIBERIAN HUSKY Timberwolf pups, $900. 250-295-6280 dalenterry@gmail.com

P/B CHIHUAHUAS, 8wks old, Super tiny, black, orange & white. $325 obo... 778-862-3568

Travel Destinations WHISTLER Ski in/Ski out 1 bedroom condo

4530 SHIHTZU X Japanese Chin Puppies, Vet checked & shots. $495 + 604-746-9332 Abbotsford

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Dogs

Has everything you need!

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Weekday Special: Sun - Thurs. $119/nt two night min.

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Business Opps/ Franchises

IS FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP RIGHT FOR YOU? Use MatchPoint’s FREE Franchise Consulting Service to help you find the right franchise to purchase! Call Ian McRae, Senior Franchise Consultant. 1-604-815-0037

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Need Cash Today?

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STANDARD POODLE pups, CKC reg. brown, black & cream, Chwk. 604-823-2467 ..302-1761

P/B LABS, non papered, family raised, vet checked, 1st shots, 604-795-7662 No Sunday calls

PEKINGESE PUP. Male, blond colour, very cute & smart, 2 ½ mos old, $500. 604-464-9485

SHIH TZU BIJON Pups. Family raised. 1st shots, dewormed, nonshed. $575 Firm. 604-882-0137

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Metaphysical

*CONNECT WITH YOUR FUTURE* Learn from the past, Master the present! Call A True Psychic NOW! $3.19min 1-877-478-4410 (18+) 1-900-783-3800 Answers to all your questions!

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Feed & Hay

Triple Five Trucking

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ALL accounting services 15+ years experience, bookkeeping, payroll etc. etc.

Helen Petre CPB 604-897-5771 helenpetre@shaw.ca

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

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To advertise in the Classifieds call

604-630-3300

Health Products & Services Formerly Mhel’s Cleaning Service now Re-Opened as:

Mhel’s Senior Services

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Accounting/ Bookkeeping

My Aim is to Provide Peace of Mind and Comfort for the Elderly and Disabled, with many years of experience.

My Services that are available are: ★ Companion and Medical Escort ★ Personal Care ★ Live-in Caregiver for 24 hours Periods/ Weekends and Weekdays. ★ Housekeeping ★ Doctor’s Appointments and Shopping Please Call Mhel @ 604-946-1946 or 604-805-2200 Insured and Bonded

Cares!

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

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Business Opps/ Franchises

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

Cancer June 21-July 22: Sunday/Monday highlight the problem (2010-2012) in a crucial relationship.

You see another in terms of security, but they might see you as “fighting” their ambition. You’ll see clues to solving it Saturday. The solution has something to do with understanding, affection, and with secrets/ research, finances, sexual yearnings, commitment, intuition and dreams. Those secrets, finances, sexuality, et al, are emphasized midweek – they’re a source of ambition, success. If you can’t solve the relationship problem, you might “thoroughly” end the bond, now or later. Decide what’s best.

Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Chores and health issues arise Sunday/Monday – with problems attached.

Solutions to these problems occur Friday/Saturday – the answer might lie deeper, in diagnosis, even surgery. (Metaphorically, too – i.e., cutting out a wasteful or “work-causing” situation.) Relationships confront you mid-week: exciting meetings, challenges and opportunities. You could meet your match in love! That’s important now, as January to June luckily support weddings, love (and far travel, legal solutions, publishing and intellectual pursuits).

Depths, secrets, intimacy and funding go well Friday/ Saturday.

Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Romance could hit a snag Sunday/Monday – it probably involves money or possessions – or difficulty “possessing” someone.

For you, now to late 2012, romance and sensuality are firmly fused – study whether this will be a problem or a blessing. Creativity and speculation could face the same two-year snag, so be cautious with risk.

Chores and health – the main themes of these few weeks – become important midweek. A new work project could begin. Work and health are tied strongly – and mostly beneficially – to finances, investments, research and sex. These four are lucky now to June.

Condos/ Townhouses

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North Vancouver

77-1935 Purcell Way, North Vancouver. 2 BR + Den, steps away from Capilano University and Lillooet Park, visit website for pictures, floorplans and times. www.AccoladeRealEstate.ca Michael Lepore Royal LePage 604-295-3974

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Surrey

SRY, GUILDFORD. 2 BR, 1 bath, 850sf g/l T/H, f/p, patio. $178,900.

Near schools, amens. By Owner 604-277-2512 or 604-657-3810

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Houses - Sale

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Real Estate

www.bcforeclosures.com 5 BR home from $19,500 down $1,925/mo. 604-538-8888, Alain @ Sutton WC Realty W. Rock

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Abbotsford

ABBOTSFORD, 4 BR Rancher, 3 bath, completely updated, fin bsmnt, pool, deck. $499,800. Mel Crocker 604-726-6358 RE/MAX

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Chilliwack

CHILLIWACK well built spac 7 BR home, superb views, 1/3 acre, deck, w/shop, gar, $549,800. Mel Crocker, 604-726-6358 RE/MAX

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: You have to recognize a basic truth: between now and October 2012, all your efforts to advance in the world (via career, marriage, business, carving out the land, etc.) will be either helped or opposed by another (or others). You will have to form a partnership of interests – your ambition, their security. Be warned: this/these others are hard-headed, skeptical, want proof, not sweet persuasion. So, give proof – of your loyalty, reliability, skills. Sunday/Monday point this out. If you meet a barrier, re-read this. By Saturday, the “right path” appears. Social joys midweek!

Taurus April 20-May 20: Love, law, learning and travel – all are a little rocky Sunday/Monday. Be patient – solutions arrive in a small way Monday eve through Tuesday morning, and in a big way Friday/ Saturday. What does the solution look like? Ambition and hard work. Higher-ups, bosses and parents, judges and VIPs are impatient and temperamental to late February, so tread lightly, show good humour, don’t be querulous (especially Friday morning!).

Your ambitions can be very successful this week, especially Tuesday eve onward, if you’re eager. Good friends, flirts and social delights arrive late week!

Gemini May 21-June 20: Take care with investments, debt, sexual urges, deep health, surgery, commitments and “secrets” Sunday/Monday. If you must handle something in these zones, do so Monday eve through Tuesday morning. Avoid a legal fight all month; but if you’re in one, it intensifies mid-January to late February. Despite the trauma, litigation might solve a problem and make a wish come true! Stability, hope and anger are your allies.

The same period might bring gentle love with a hotheaded, idealistic person – intimacy moves toward destiny. Tuesday to Friday emphasizes these themes.

Grab opportunities.

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Money to Loan

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Tsawwas.

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Vancouver East Side

Sun, Jan 30, 2-4pm, 3267 E. Georgia St, Vancouver. 6 BR, 4 baths, 3 years old. $854,900.

Mala @ Sutton 778-859-4458

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Okanagen/ Interior

KELOWNA EXEC. 6 bdrm/7 bath completely furnished w/o rancher entertainers dream; 4 bdrms have ensuites, stunning lake/city/ mountain views. Gorgeous landscaping, sauna & salt pool. $1.5M. 1-877-762-7831

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: I’ve mentioned several times over recent years, and will this whole decade, that domestic, property and security changes loom.

These are emphasized this year and next, and might, during this time, present a) a puzzle to you, or b) a deeply experienced opportunity. This Sunday/Monday holds a problem or critical choice here – one that moves smoothly forward Tuesday, and meets a solution late week. (The solution involves work or health.) Now to June, relocation, new partnerships are lucky. Romance, creativity and risk lure you midweek, and could be the doorway to new partnership!

Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: You will generally say what you mean Sunday eve – but this day and Monday can raise a barrier to communication that has been around for a year and will last to late next year. It could simply be that communications become burdensome (e.g., more emails – or IT glitches at your job) or, that gossip is a problem factor. You can set up or initiate a long-lasting communications solution Friday/Saturday, one that enhances both your career and security. Home, family, property concerns – February’s main focus – flow well late Tuesday to Thursday. Romance, pleasure, beauty late week!

Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Both a money opening/opportunity and a money barrier arise Sunday/Monday. This “duo” exist now into October 2012 (and have, for awhile). During the entire phase, take care with expenses, spending, investing. The problem factor seems to involve wishes, or popularity or enjoyment – too much of these for your bank account, maybe? Mild money luck enters Thursday, for a month, and a solution to past and present money dilemmas is available late week. Casual friends, siblings, communications, errands, paperwork, curiosity fill midweek. They “are” the money solution, here forward.

Find one in the Classifieds To advertise call 604-630-3300

Jan. 30 - Feb. 5 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Your energy, charisma and effectiveness rise strongly Sunday to Tuesday midday – get out, ask favours, start important projects. If your project is monetary (or sensual) continue it through Thursday, as many “good starts” are available! Even Friday/Saturday continue to help – especially with money attached to career, property, and/or personal skills. Mid-January through February brings: a) the end of a money source, and/or b) the seeding of a new one, or c) money connected to property. Much can flow to you – don’t let it flow past/ away – save! Friends, errands, late week.

Aquarius Jan.20-Feb.18: Rest,lie low,contemplate Sunday to Tuesday afternoon.You might spy a problem with communications, travel, intellectual, cultural or legal affairs Sunday/Monday. Keep the faith, because the rest of this week, especially Wednesday and Saturday, could brew the solution. (The solution lies in your own personality, your willingness to step forward and say, “This is me! And this is what I can do!” And that tendency, self-promotion, is highest and most successful this midweek, Tuesday-Thursday, and this month, February.) Chase money or spend (used items great) Friday/Saturday.

Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Your optimism and social desires rise Sunday to Tuesday afternoon. But you’re in an overall “recuperation mode” until Feb. 18, so don’t expect a lot. Be contemplative, restful, and gently private all week – especially Tuesday to Thursday, when weariness increases. (Great government, spiritual and health links midweek also.) You might notice a long-term problem (to October 2012) Monday, involving intimacy, sexuality, commitment, or focusing on your net worth, investments, debt. These dilemmas approach solutions Wednesday night and Saturday – or at least, show you how to “be safe.” timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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Apt/Condos

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 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 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 Lora Court

1 bedroom suite with wood burning fireplace, available mid February. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes, heat, cable and parking. Near bus loop, recreation centre and shopping. To view or for more info please call 604-946-4633

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.

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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.

Tsawwassen, CASA DEL SOL 1 BR’s from $750, avail Now 2 BR’s $950, avail Mar 1. 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 Mar1, 604-880-5391

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Houses - Rent

3 BR older home, W. Ladner, lrg, gar/yard, all appl, n/p, n/s, Avail Feb 15, $1350. call 604-946-7824 3BRM + den, 2 full bath, halfduplex, Ladner. Fully fenced backyard. Close to schools and shopping. NS, pets negotiable. $1850 plus utils. 604-952-0558 BOL HGHT. 3 bdrm above gr bmst. Sep F/rm L/rm D/rm L/dry. 4 appls. 1680 sqft. Cov patio. Lg fen. bk yd. $1550.00 inc util. NS Cred Refs. req. 604-951-3207 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● 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 today (604)786-4663 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

TSAWW. RANCHER 3 BR, all appls, gas f/p, carport. $1600 + utls. N/S. No cats. 604-240-9772

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Office/Retail Rent

PRIME OFFICE space available immediately in the heart of Ladner Village. Bright, newly renovated in desirable location for reasonable rent on Haviland St off 48 Ave. 3 spaces left: 224 sqft, 300 sqft, 241 sqft. Contact 604-946-6291 for further info or to view.

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6602

Suites/Partial Houses

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Suites/Partial Houses

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6615

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9125 9105

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8055

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