Delta Optimist June 2 2010

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Woman faces charges in connection to crash that claimed life of Alexa Middelaer BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

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Emma Ferreira, 11, (top) and Isaac Richmond, 11, go for a spin on the Ring of Fire ride at Ladner Pioneer May Days last weekend, while Dolores Stinson took on the role of Edgar Dunning (left) with cub reporter Emma Dewbury, 9, during the parade on Sunday.

For more photos see Page 14 and visit our website at www.deltaoptimist.com.

The trial of the woman charged in connection with the crash that claimed the life of four-year-old Alexa Middelaer began Monday in Surrey Provincial Court.

Carol Ann Berner is charged with impaired driving causing death, impaired driving causing bodily harm, dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily harm following the May 17, 2008 crash in the 4300-block of 64th Street in East Ladner.

Alexa and her aunt had stopped to feed horses that afternoon while the child’s grandparents, who had just arrived from Alberta to join a family birthday celebration of Alexa’s brother, Christian, were still in a nearby car. That’s when a vehicle driven by Berner, heading northbound on 64th Street, struck the parked car, then veered into Alexa and her aunt, killing the little girl and seriously injuring the aunt. Berner though her lawyer, David Tarnow, admitted she drove the car that killed the little girl and injured the aunt, but she’s pleading not guilty to the impaired driving and dangerous driving charges.

Several media outlets were on hand for the opening day of the high-profile case. It was opportunity for the first time to see the accused, who up until this week had not personally made any appearances.

Prior to the trial starting, Laurel Middelaer, Alexa’s mother, read a statement outside the courthouse saying she was told to expect a realistic outcome of the trial.

“What is a realistic outcome?” she asked.

Noting they were on scene at the crash, she said they expected the trial to be a difficult time for the family, likely undoing some of the healing that had begun.

Frequently wiping tears, she sat in the front row with her husband, Michael, with the accused just a few feet in front of them, but Berner never looked back.

In her opening statement, Crown prosecutor Kim Wendel told judge Peder Gulbransen the accused had consumed three glasses of wine at her Ladner home prior to driving. She was traveling at an excessive speed when she lost control, said Wendel.

The road had a four-metre gravel shoulder and another four metres of grassy area to the edge of the fence, she noted.

“What is a realistic outcome?”

Laurel Middelaer

The Crown will call 22 witnesses in the trial in three different areas: witnesses at the scene, expert witnesses and the testimony of undercover officers.

The parents were there and will also describe the scene.

Wendel explained the undercover operation began in the fall of 2008 involving a pair of officers posing as two newcomers to the community. They befriended Berner who admitted consuming three glasses of wine on the day of the crash, said Wendel.

Berner had failed a breathalyzer test at the scene. However, Wendel said they anticipate a Charter challenge from the defence on the police evidence of the breath tests as well as the recorded statements.

Tarnow told the judge that Berner had been detained in a police cruiser for at least a halfhour before her having her rights read, which will be a “big issue” in the trial.

The first witness called to the stand was Sgt. David Winberg, supervisor of the Delta police See TRIAL page 3

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Burns Bog proposal put on hold by Metro board Request for special international designation will wait BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

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A proposal by Metro Vancouver staff to formally request Burns Bog receive a special international designation has been put on hold by the board of directors.

At a board meeting in late March, the directors reviewed a recommendation to apply to have the Burns Bog Conservancy Area receive a Ramsar Wetland of International Significance status. Parks staff also suggested seeking a World Heritage Site designation in the future.

A report to the board noted designating Burns Bog as an internationally significant conservation area would further raise the profile of the bog and possibly improve the prospects for funding of scientific work.

Staff also had other recommendations pertaining to implementing a regional research strategy and exploring the possibility of developing an academy for

bog research and education.

Mayor Lois Jackson, who chairs the Metro board, said a number of issues have to be sorted out, including ensuring Delta’s concurrence when it comes to such major proposals for the wetlands.

“Metro’s parks people felt that they had a right to do what they wanted without concurrence. Well, the (Burns Bog) conservation covenant is very specific with the concurrence of all parties. What they wanted to do was just advise the rest of us.

“They have had no real contact with us (Delta) in that regard, so we are going to have to set about ensuring that in the future there is a very special set of procedures in order for whoever is in office, either here or in Victoria or Metro, that staff and politicians very clearly see what has to be done, if any change or contemplation is made about the covenants.”

Noting Delta is already deeply involved with main-

tenance and improving the bog’s hydrology, Jackson said the regional district’s bog scientific review panel has several recommendations, but Delta staff have to review those and report back to council.

“Despite the fact Metro Vancouver is managing the bog, Delta manages all the water. So there has to be a much closer liaison, not only between staff but also the committees and politicians to ensure that we never let the conservation covenant down,” she said.

While the regional district has been coming up with its own plans for Burns Bog, Delta is putting forward the idea of taking approximately 1,000 acres of publicly owned land, including Delta-owned land severed by the South Fraser Perimeter Road as well as the Delta Nature Reserve, and adding it to the conservation covenant.

The land would be added to the approximately 5,000 acres already covered by the covenant.

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TRIAL from page 1 forensic identification section, who described the scene, as well as the weather conditions which were “visible, completely unlimited.”

He described where the speed warning signs and speed bumps were located on 64th Avenue.

Under cross examination, Tarnow openly wondered why a double-speed bump had been installed.

Acknowledging the roadway had a problem with speeders, Winberg said single speed bumps can sometimes be less effective while double bumps are “profoundly more effective.”

Next to testify was the aunt, Daphne Johanson (Daphne Middelaer at the time of the accident before changing to her married name) who described how she had driven Alexa and her parents to buy some horse treats before going to feed the horse Alexa had grown a bond with. Alexa, she said, was eager to show her grandparents the horse.

Saying they had visited the horse several times before, Johanson noted they were only out of their car for about a minute and had just started to feed the horse. She was standing behind the little girl when there was a “terrible noise” before she turned to her right to see a car coming at them sideways. The noise was “like a roaring and a screaming” but they had no time to react, she said.

“I don’t even remember thinking ‘Oh my God’ ...I just saw dirt flying and that’s all I remember,” said Johanson, her voice trembling.

She said the next thing she remembered was laying on the ground while someone held her hand asking if

she knew her name.

Describing an extensive list of injuries including several broken bones, Johanson, who was hospitalized for four weeks, remembered waking up in a hospital bed with family around her.

“My dad told me we lost Alexa and I said, ‘I know.’”

Alexa died in Children’s Hospital, where she became an organ donor.

The defence didn’t crossexamine the aunt. The next to testify was the grandfather, John Middelaer.

Berner, who also had several supporters on hand, clearly didn’t want her photo taken. During the lunch break she attempted to dodge the throng of cameramen, finally managing to jump into a waiting van with her face covered.

A woman accompanying Berner, who wouldn’t identify herself, told reporters it was a difficult and emotional time for everybody.

Saying it was the first time they saw Berner since the crash, Laurel Middelaer told reporters it’s an issue of someone stepping up and taking responsibility for their actions. Accompanied by friends who were wearing something purple, Alexa’s favourite colour, Laurel Middelaer had not spoken to the accused or received an apology, she said.

Since the crash, Michael and Laurel Middelaer have become outspoken advocates against drinking and driving.

Laurel at the court Monday noted she hopes some good will come out of what they are going through. She said she’s encouraged by the province pledge to reduce the body count due to drinking and driving crashes by 35

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Outside the Surrey courthouse Monday, Michael and Laurel Middelaer said they hope some good will come out of the trial of the woman charged in the drunk driving death of their young daughter, Alexa. They said they’ll watch closely the province’s efforts to reduce drunk driving deaths. per cent. She said she was also pleased the province pledged operating funds for mobile blood-alcohol testing vehicles for police.

“I want to see those buses, that will at least add something positive,” she said.

The mobile units cost about $250,000 each and they’d like to see at least one available for police this year, she said, adding fundraising has begun to buy them.

The Middelaers have started a blog at www. act4alexa.com where donations can be made to the Alexa Middelaer Fund.

The trial is scheduled to take four weeks.

Carol Berner tried to hide her face from cameras outside the courthouse.

Province names Delta as a Solar Community Corporation to receive $5,000 to further develop programs in effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions BY

JESSICA KERR

jkerr@delta-optimist.com

Delta is among seven B.C. municipalities to be named a Solar Community by the province last week.

On Saturday the Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Minister Blair Lekstrom announced that Delta, along with Richmond, Campbell River, Invermere, Fort St. John, Grand Forks and Nanaimo, had been named Solar Communities and awarded a total of $35,000.

“These seven new Solar Communities are showing how solar technology can be a part of their energy solution,” Lekstrom said.

“We now have a total of 16 Solar Communities across B.C., with innovative and sustainable energy solutions like solar hot water to help us become energy self-sufficient, while improving the environment in which we live.”

Last year, the Corporation installed a solar hot water system at municipal hall.

“Everyone can see the temperature of the water coming from the system and returned to the system and see the energy savings, which has been helpful.”

Mike Brotherston

An open house was held on Friday to allow the public a chance to get a closer

look at the system.

“It’s already showing very good results and meeting almost all the requirements on sunny days,” Mike Brotherston, Delta’s manager of climate action and environment, said last week.

Delta installed a meter inside the building for staff to see how well the system is working.

“Everyone can see the temperature of the water coming from the system and returned to the system and see the energy savings, which has been helpful.”

As part of becoming a Solar Community, Delta will receive $5,000 to help further develop the solar hot water program and other solar initiatives in an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote clean energy and a sustainable energy future.

In 2008, the province announced a $5-million investment in the SolarBC initiative to support six solar hot water programs, including installations on residences, local government buildings, First

Nations homes, social housing, schools and the Solar Communities initiative.

“These Solar Communities will provide leadership by their innovative deployment of solar technologies and will become role models for communities across B.C.,” said Nitya Harris, executive director of SolarBC. A solar hot water system can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by one to two tonnes per year for a singlefamily home using natural gas for water heating.

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Chamber road resolution passes at provincial AGM BY

JESSICA KERR

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there are several reasons why the police close a road following a serious collision and that the department already has a protocol — the Motor Vehicle Incident Response strategy — that is used by emergency responders throughout the province when dealing with a crash.

In the event of a serious crash, a road needs to be closed to allow emergency responders to deal with the injured quickly.

Officers need time and space to start the investigation process and the roadway must be cleaned up to ensure the road is safe for traffic to start moving again.

Cessford admitted the process can be time consuming and said the department is looking into what other types of technology that could be used to replace the current system.

Since the chief’s last presentation to council on the matter, a few things have been changed in order to try and minimize the impact on the motoring public.

The department has developed a communications policy to get the information out to the public through the media as soon as possible after a collision to let drivers know about road closures and alternate routes.

The Corporation also now has specific reader boards dedicated for use by the police department to notify drivers that a road ahead is closed due to a crash.

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Delta Chamber of Commerce’s push to get traffic moving faster after a crash is now being championed by the province’s business community.

At the B.C. Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting over the weekend, the recommendations, which were proposed by Delta, became an official policy.

The policy calls for B.C.’s Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure to coordinate all emergency and other services to expedite the return of traffic flow after a collision or other incident that required the closure of a road.

The new policy, which

was approved by the Delta Chamber of Commerce in April, will now join a large agenda of topics for advocacy the B.C. Chamber will take to the provincial and federal governments.

“We’ve reached the stage where our provincial highways need to operate as a single system simply because moving more people and goods in a shrinking space has grown ever more complex,” said John Appleby, chair of the Delta Chamber of Commerce.

The local chamber proposed the resolution because the organization wanted to see a better plan in place to deal with traffic congestion caused by collisions.

“It’s merely a question of making sure there’s a priority to reopening roads after incidents. We’d very much like to see that enacted,” Appleby said in April.

Last month, in the wake of the resolution Delta’s police chief revisited the issue in a presentation to Delta council.

Chief Jim Cessford gave a similar presentation to council last year after the department and the Corporation received complaints from residents about road closures following crashes.

Since February 2005, there have been 42 fatalities on Delta’s roadways. Last year Delta saw eight deaths as a result of seven collisions and there have already been several deaths related to motor vehicle collisions.

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Teens charged in armed robbery BY

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Four teens are facing charges after an altercation in Tsawwassen over the weekend.

The incident occurred in the 700-block of Gilchrist Drive at about 2:10 a.m.

Friday.

Two men were riding their bikes along the road

when a car carrying four teenaged boys stopped. Two of the occupants armed with pepper spray and a steel pipe approached the men and demanded money and property.

The victims complied and the suspects got back into the vehicle and fled the area.

The two men called police and provided a

description of the vehicle.

Police located the car a distance away and took four males, aged 16 and 17, into custody.

Two were released on a promise to appear with the other two suspects were held for a show cause hearing.

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HST could spell trouble for Liberals TED MURPHY

MURPHY’S LAW As the anti-HST petition numbers rise with each passing day, it becomes harder and harder to comprehend why the provincial Liberal government is pushing ahead with this wildly unpopular tax.

I realize the deal has already been struck with Ottawa and B.C. has begun to receive federal money as a result, but at some point isn’t someone on the government benches in Victoria going to recognize the fallout that’s being created and do something to minimize the impact?

Then again, South Deltans might know better than anyone that once this Liberal government makes up its mind it would be easier to move mountains than convince it to alter course. The string of unwelcome decisions locally, everything from hospital cuts to overhead power lines, eventually came back to bite the Liberals in last year’s election as former attorney general Wally Oppal went down to defeat at the hands of independent Vicki Huntington.

It appears that same scenario is poised to play out province-wide three years from now thanks to a number of nagging issues, the most notable being the dreaded harmonized sales tax.

With their approval rating going the wrong way, you’d think the Liberals might get a little contrite. I don’t envision them abolishing the HST, but perhaps by reducing the provincial sales tax portion so it isn’t viewed as an unmitigated tax grab, and a shift of the burden from corporate to consumers, they would win back some of the support they have clearly lost.

The Fight HST campaign is well on its way to satisfying legislative requirements in terms of signatures on petitions, but even if it’s successful in getting 10 per cent of voters to sign in each of B.C.’s 85 ridings, it doesn’t automatically mean the tax will be repealed. The undertaking could trigger a vote in the legislature or a province-wide referendum, but it will ultimately be up to the Liberals to decide how this one goes.

They have the ability to quash or ignore the efforts of Bill Vander Zalm and his band of signature collectors, but to do so would be at their peril.

They can write them off as malcontents, as NDP supporters or anything else that helps them sleep at night, but they aren’t being honest with themselves if they think opposition to the new tax is limited to one segment of society.

This is a movement that crosses all boundaries and is one that’s determined to be heard.

The Liberals can either heed those voices now or wait three years for them to rise up again.

Expectations for drivers stoop to ridiculous levels Dan Southard

COMMUNITY COMMENT Would you drive 1,300 miles for a sandwich? I would, if that sandwich is a Disneyland Monte Cristo.

Ever had one? If not, imagine a ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese sandwich dipped in a thick beignet batter, deep fried, and then dusted with powdered sugar. Eating one is like having angels dance on your tongue, while mules kick at your heart. A gastronomic delight and a thrill ride, all in one handful.

While 1,300 miles (2,600 if you drive back) may seem like a long drive, the funny thing is that whenever I drive to and from southern California I experience fewer scary moments on the road than I do in a typical trip to Richmond.

Now, I’ve been told that the testing to get a driver’s license in B.C.

is much harder than it was when I was 16, and maybe that’s true, but it sure doesn’t seem so. Certainly, our expectations for drivers have dropped to a ridiculous level.

Curve in the road? Uh oh, better put up barriers to keep people from careening into someone’s house.

Intersection on the highway? Gee, guess we have to devise some elaborate method to stop people from ending up driving down the wrong side of the road.

Seriously, is it really too much to expect that all licensed drivers should be capable of executing simple maneuvers in a car without causing a calamity? Have we come to a point in the road that we not only accept bad driving, but actually go out of our way to accommodate it? Our governments and police focus almost exclusively on drunk drivers and those who speed, but most accidents are actually caused by careless or unskilled drivers. By the way, if you want to see just how bad people’s driving habits have become, spend a few hours on the pedestrian overpass at Highway 17 and Trunk Road.

Watch and see how many people

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actually stay within the lines when making a left hand turn, or how many are able to even keep two wheels within the lines. You’ll soon wonder how drivers managed to stay on the road back when most cars had the cornering capabilities of a battleship.

Unskilled drivers pose a constant risk to the rest of us, and cost us all in taxes and insurance fees. Rather than spending money to accommodate their shortcomings I’d like to see more resources directed towards enforcement, and if that includes cameras at our intersections then so be it. Of course, cameras won’t solve the problem, and won’t catch the most dangerous drivers; those who commit inexplicable and confounding acts on the roads that no one around them could possibly anticipate and that completely disrupt the flow of traffic. What we need is more policing of our highway and byways, and intensive training courses for bad drivers; courses that teach people the really tough stuff, like how to use turn signals. Cars do still come equipped with turn signals, don’t they? I’m not so sure anymore.

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June 2, 2010 The Delta Optimist A07 Letters to the Editor

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Road signage needs work Bond did, in one of her replies, state that roadway signage – in the form of larger lettering – was being considered and probably will be implemented. If that comes to pass, then that is a good first step; but must not be taken as the final step to improve the overall state of this province’s highway system.

More hands on by the minister and the ministry’s bureaucrats is needed, sooner than later.

Biedermann’s comments regarding road signage and lane markings are correct.

Incidentally, I served seven years as a provincial ministerial assistant and have firsthand knowledge of how a minister’s office and ministry operate – or do not operate Audaces fortuna juvat.

Bob Orrick

Good Samaritans thanked for their assistance Editor: I wish to express my gratitude to those Good Samaritans who assisted me when I tripped and fell over a raised grate in the Bayside

Mall May 17.

You seemed to come out of the woodwork, offering tissue for bleeding gashes and calling an ambulance even before I could say

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I don’t know who you are, but I very much appreciate your caring enough to stop and help.

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It is clear to me the lighting in the tunnel and road signage is less than adequate.

It is my impression, based on my ongoing correspondence with Bond, that neither she nor her bureaucrats have travelled either the Massey Tunnel or the highways in question.

If they had, they would see the lighting in the tunnel is not up to the standard the minister claims it is and that highway signage in this province is less than that required as a minimum.

I have travelled the highways and byways of several countries, including places where English is not the language of the country, and British Columbia’s highway signage is not up to standards set in other jurisdictions.

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Editor: Re: Pylons work, but sign just adds to confusion at highway interchange, letter to the editor, May 22 Further to Paul Biedermann’s letter regarding the recent changes to signage to prevent head-on collisions on Highway 17, I can add that I have had a running letter tussle with Transportation Minister Shirley Bond about the deplorable lighting in the George Massey Tunnel and more lately following the Highway 17 deaths in the aforementioned head-on collision.

In every reply I have received from the minister, bureaucratic bafflegab is the main response. She states that further queries on my part ought to be directed to identified bureaucrats. To do as she suggests is point-

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Editor: Re: Conflict charges frustrate Toigo, May 22 I must admit Ron Toigo is an astute businessman.

Asking for and then obtaining approval on revisions to the condo development has certainly worked out in his favour.

While his altruistic concern about the affordability of larger units and the HST impact is admirable, in the end, his proposal does result in 53 additional (smaller) units that will certainly improve the return on his investment.

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Clearly, he has done the math. Yet, he claims not to understand why some people in the community expressed their displeasure at the ease by which he achieved the approval for his revised plan.

Making reference to the “lowest common denominator” (read perceived conflict of interest), he failed to include the numerator (read money contributions to politicians) that invariably equals ... getting favours from elected officials.

Just do the math, Toigo.

Eric Zukowsky

Pastor Danny thanked for giving funeral service Editor: On behalf of Craig Warren Anderson, his family, friends and “second family” and home at Loranda Farms, I would like to send a huge thank you to pastor Danny Stebeck of Ladner Christian Fellowship.

Pastor Danny opened his church with a loving warm heart to host a small funeral service for Craig, a resident of Ladner that didn’t have

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Shopping for groceries is a time consuming task

Eight years. That, according to a recently released study, is how much time the average woman devotes to shopping over the course of a lifetime.

We women, suggests the poll, spend some 25,184 hours and 53 minutes hunting for food, clothing and other household items. We spend more than 100 hours and 48 minutes a year shopping for clothes, 40 hours and 30 minutes shopping for shoes, and 29 hours and 31 minutes hunting for things like jewelry, scarves and handbags.

Wrongo, for the most part. At least as far as I’m concerned.

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“Do you have any idea,” my husband once asked, “exactly how much time you spend grocery-shopping?”

I hadn’t given it much thought. But let’s just say, I hang around the grocery store only slightly more than teachers hang around schools, or politicians hang around babies.

“You know,” I said to the husband. “The grocery store is a social gathering spot, in this town, at least.

The staff should be circulating with trays of chardonnay and hors d’ouvres.”

OK, so that won’t happen anytime soon.

No matter. The grocery store will eat up the bulk of my life, that much I know, for sure.

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Five minutes. Maybe six.

That said, I’ll probably end up spending, hmm, a good 46.5 years of my life shopping for groceries. This is not because I spend an inordinate amount of time examining avocadoes or checking the best-before dates on the jugs of skim milk. It is not because I can’t decide on maplesmoked ham or black forest ham or sundried-tomatocrusted turkey.

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You’ve been gone two hours.”

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A10 The Delta Optimist June 2, 2010 In the Community

Annual golf tournament helps hold on to Delta’s past Delta Heritage Golf Classic Tournament, which is in its 10th year, is set for the Tsawwassen Golf Club June 11 As the cherry blossoms bloom, the grass begins to grow and the bulbs begin to sprout, one’s mind turns naturally towards... the Stanley Cup playoffs?

No, actually it’s golf!

And specifically, the 10th Annual Delta Heritage Golf Classic Tournament, set this year for June 11, at the Tsawwassen Golf & Country Club.

As our major community fundraiser, the Delta Heritage

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Golf Classic is a very important event on the Delta Museum & Archives’ calendar.

Planning a major event like this requires a significant contribution of time from many people, staff and volunteers alike.

However, the most important role comes from people like yourself — whether it’s flying solo or putting together one (or several) foursomes, gathering a table of non-golfing friends for dinner, contributing a silent or live auction item, or simply marking the occasion with a donation to the cause.

And while a great day of golfing is guaranteed, we have made tremendous efforts to ensure that this is a great day/evening for the non-golfer as well, so please be sure to participate in this fabulous event, and support the efforts of the Delta Museum & Archives.

The deadline to sign up is June 3.

Help us hold onto Delta’s past — join us on June 11, 2010 at the 10th Annual Heritage Golf Classic.

For more information and a complete registration package, please call 604-946-9322 or visit www.deltamuseum. ca.

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South Fraser Perimeter Road Project Notice of Temporary Road Closure The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure wishes to inform the the public that 64th Street between 30th Avenue and 34B Avenue will be closed from: Monday, June 7, 2010 at 7:00 a.m. to Friday, June 11, 2010 at 5:00 pm.

The closure is required for ground improvements in preparation for the construction of the 64th Street Overpass as part of the South Fraser Perimeter Road Project. A portion of 64th Street, up to 200 metres south of 34B Avenue, will provide access for local traffic only during this time.

Alternate routes include 28th Avenue, 57B Street, 34B Avenue, 56th Street or Highway 17.

Please plan your routes accordingly. The public’s patience during this closure is appreciated.

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Local organization offers tips for raising chickens with upcoming seminar will learn from an expert about the characteristics of different poultry varieties, how to give them the best care and feeding, and what you need to know when deciding what, where, how, and whether to keep poultry.

Clayton Botkin, president of the Fraser Valley Poultry Fancier’s Association, will deliver the four-hour seminar.

“The recent growth of interest in poultry in our region has strong ties to our agricultural heritage, and

with that comes the proper management of domestic birds, no matter the species,” he said.

“Their care should always be our top priority.”

With over 15 years of experience keeping and caring for chickens, a wealth of knowledge on poultry breeds, and enthusiasm to spare, the seminar is sure to be informative, inspiring, and fun.

The seminar will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., including a break at lunch, during which registrants are

welcome to tour the beautiful Earthwise ecological demonstration garden, or enjoy a short picnic lunch.

Register by phone 604946-9828 or email info@ earthwisesociety.bc.ca.

A registration fee of $85 is payable by cash or cheque by June 2.

Earthwise Society is located at 6400 3rd Ave. in Tsawwassen. It is accessible by transit, bicycle, and ample parking is available.

The Earthwise Garden is open to the public seven days a week.

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A gala event set for Saturday will benefit two charities.

Ladner’s Robyn Thomson is in training because in August she will climb Mount Kilimanjaro in an effort to raise $10,000 for Delta Hospice. She will be joined by friend Alison Hogg, who is doing the climb to benefit the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

To help in reaching their fundraising goals, the two women are planning The Kili Gala. The event is scheduled for June 5 at the Ladner Community Centre from 7 p.m. until midnight.

The gala will feature African drumming, a DJ and dancing, as well as 50/50 and raffle draws, and refreshments.

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Gala cost $20, which covers admission and two raffle tickets. All of the net proceeds from the event will go directly to the Delta Hospice Society and the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Tickets can be purchased by e-mailing Thomson at climbforhospice@gmail. com or at Open Space Yoga and Evolutions Salon.

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Earthwise Farm will host a thorough introduction to keeping poultry on June 5.

In this seminar, attendees

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Bring Learning to Every Level! Fire Safety ... It’s Smart & Fun! Delta Fire & Emergency Services is once again hosting our annual Open House events at the Delta Firehall. From Home Fire Safety to Firefighting as a career, The Open House Program will give you an inside look at our job in the Fire Service. Talk with our Firefighters, and learn about the challenges, the dangers and the rewards of our job. It’s about having fun while learning about your Fire Department! The times will be from 10AM until 3PM. Dates and locations of remaining Opening House events are shown below.

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In the 1950s goalies were like border guards. They were never supposed to leave their posts.

“That’s stupid,” Jacques Plante figured, “if I can beat another team’s forward to the puck, I will.”

Hockey’s first roaming goalie made the Montreal Canadiens the best defensive team in the NHL. Jacques had a head full of ideas. Naturally, he wanted to protect it. He shocked the hockey world when he began to wear a mask.

Goalies didn’t wear masks!

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The Sidekick Players Club is thrilled to bring Jacques Plante and the Parkdale Knitting League

by Paul McLaughlin, to The Tsawwassen Arts Centre in September.

“This is the first of the three Canadian plays we will be producing in the 2010/2011 season,” said president, Carroll Allan, “and Mr. McLaughlin is extremely happy that we are bringing his words to life.”

This is a love story ... with hockey or a hockey story ... with love! It is about Jacques Plante and

his career with the Montreal Canadiens and a woman, Violet Henderson who has a “one sided love affair” with him ... not quite a stalker!

But definitely a groupie.

“There is a lot of history in this play interwoven with a fictitious love-story and humour,” said Allan, “Paul told me that he researched this extensively including interviews with Plante family members.”

Auditions will be held at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre at 1172-56th St. on Saturday, June 5 from noon to 3 p.m. and Sunday, June

6 from 7 to 9 p.m. The cast requirements are: Jacques Plante - 30/40s; Violet Henderson - late 20s; Fred Henderson/Andy Bathgate early 30s; announcer/Coach - male 40/50s; Jacqueline/ Raymonde - 30s.

The roles of Jacques Plante and Jacqueline/ Raymonde require French Canadian accents.

To schedule an appointment, contact carroll.lefebvre@hotmail.com or call 604-288-2415 This will be a cold read from the script, no monologues will be heard.

Call 604-946-4451 for more info.

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Throughout July and August, children can take part in the many exciting Summer Reading Club programs and contests being offered at the Delta libraries.

This entertaining and educational province-wide program encourages children to read over the summer holidays in order to maintain and develop their reading skills.

Studies show that voluntary reading is the number one factor in establishing good reading habits in children.

This is best accomplished when children get to choose their own books — and where better than the public library where there are books on every topic!

Young adults are invited to join the Teen Reading Club and have the opportunity to win one of six amazing prizes — laptop computers, digital camcorders and digital cameras.

This year’s theme, Get Into Character!, encourages teen readers to explore the worlds of their favourite fictional characters.

Participants may also choose to take part in the online Teen Reading Club, www.teensrc.ca, an interactive website that allows club members to write book reviews, engage in group discussions and win prizes.

Back by popular demand, adults are once again being offered their very own reading club.

The Adult Summer Reading Club provides adult readers with a simple reading record to keep track of their summer reading and the opportunity to win some lovely prizes.

For more information, drop by or call your local Delta library:

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114th May Days provides the fun

A trio of youngsters enjoy one of the rides at Memorial Park during Ladner Pioneer May Days last weekend.

photos by Chung Chow

An Elvis Presley tribute artist belts out a song at Memorial Park.

Dancers take part in the parade on Sunday.

The parade is always a highlight of May Days. Here, kids ride a pair of miniature John Deere tractors hauling produce.

Dayton Pow (left), 4, and Brianne Rennie, 8, panning for gold with Yukon Dan.

The Shriners are a familiar sight in the May Days parade.

Crowds lined the streets of Ladner Village to watch the parade.

Santiago Vargas, 7, found a new friend, a bearded dragon, at the petting zoo at Memorial Park.

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◆A registration and barbecue for Special Olympics BC ~ Delta will take place Wednesday, June 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the South Delta Recreation Centre. New athletes & volunteers welcome. There will also be a short annual general meeting to elect the 2010/2011 executive.

More information at www.

◆Myles of Courage: A Story of Autism will be presented Thursday, June 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Reach Child and Youth Development Society, 33800-72nd St., Ladner.

Myles is 19 years old and has autism. He has overcome many challenges and has now become a public speaker for colleges and community groups. Register at call 604-946-6622 ext.

341 or e-mail pamc@reachdevelopment.org. ◆Ladies please join us for “A Bouquet of Summer” at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn on Thursday, June 10 at 9:30 a.m. It costs $16 at the door. Guests include Kristin Crouch and Sharon MacMillan. Reserve with Elaine at 604-952-0151. ◆The Vancouver chapter of the Tourette Syndrome Association is holding a support group meeting at

the Ladner Leisure Centre, 4600 Clarence Taylor Crescent, on Saturday, June 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. People with TS or their family members/friends are welcome. It is a great way to get more information and connect with others, it will be very friendly and casual. ◆Join the Delta Nats for our June meeting which will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, June 14 in the Cammidge House on Boundary Bay. Our speaker will be Ursula Easterbrook who will speak on her recent trip to the Antarctica. This will include a photographic journey covering Ushuaia, Falkland Island, South Georgia, South Orkneys, and the Antarctic peninsula. Photos will include icebergs, sunsets, glaciers, penguins, seals of all types, reindeer, and masses of birds. No cost. For more information, contact Tom at 604-940-9296.

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Program starts 11am followed by lunch & entertainment.

Tickets $11 & $13.

7:30pm-10:30pm Saturday, June 5.

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Tickets $13 & $15 available at the door.

The Local Government By-Election of a Councillor will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2010.

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By Jennifer Ryan 11am Monday, June 7.

Entrance by donation.

If an elector organization intends to endorse a candidate in this election, and wishes to have its name on the ballot along with the candidate’s name, the organization must have been in existence for at least 60 days and have had a membership of at least 50 electors of the local government for that period. The last day for establishment of an elector organization that wants to endorse a candidate in this election is June 13, 2010.

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Coming Events Seniors ◆A D-Day Tribute and luncheon will be held at KinVillage Community Centre, 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen, Saturday, June 5. The program, presented

by KinVillage and the Tsawwassen Legion Branch 289, starts at 11 a.m. and will be followed by lunch and entertainment. Tickets are $11 for members and $13 for non-members and are available at the centre.

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◆Celebrate Seniors Week at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre from June 7 to 12.

The Vaudevillians will be there on June 9 from 7 to 9 p.m. Price: $5. There will be a Barbecue and Country and Western Jamboree on June 12 with dinner at 5 p.m. Price: $7 for members, $9 for guests $9.

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◆The Boundary Bay IODE is holding a garage sale on Saturday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 4939-1st Ave., Tsawwassen. Also, fabrics will be for sale upholstery, decorator and sheer fabrics, all for only $4 per metre. All funds raised go to charity.

◆The Delta Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop, 4816 Delta St., Ladner, will hold a collectibles sale on Wednesday, June 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring furniture, artwork, pottery, silverware, china, linens, jewelry, decorative and unusual objects of all kinds.

All proceeds go towards medical equipment and patient comforts at Delta Hospital. Call 604-9461455 for more information. ◆Ricky’s in Ladner hosts a fundraiser for OWL on Tuesday, June 15 from 3 to 9 p.m. Three dinners to choose from (beef, pasta, cod) with coffee, tea or pop.

Tickets are $14.95 for dinners ($5 for kids menu). All proceeds go to OWL. Arts ◆Running until June 27, the South Delta Artists’ Guild presents Design Works. This show emphasizes design and composition in drawing, painting, collage and mixed media. A wide range of subject matter and technique will be on display. All works are for sale and may be enjoyed at the Tsawwassen Longhouse Gallery located on the SE

corner of 18th Avenue and 56th Street. Visit from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Visit southdeltaartistsguild.com. ◆The Sidekick Players Club will hold auditions for Jacques Plante and the Parkdale Knitting League on Saturday, June 5 (noon to 3 p.m.) and Sunday, June 6 (7 to 9 p.m.) at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre.

Roles include Jacques Plante (30 - 40s), Violet Henderson (late 20s), Fred Henderson/Andy Bathgate (early 30s), announcer/ coach (male 40 - 50s) and Jacqueline/Raymonde (30s).

To schedule an appointment, contact carroll.lefebvre@hotmail.com. ◆Men and women are needed for a marching band. Uniform is provided.

Contact Don at 604-9468130.

The Coming Events column is published every Wednesday as a community service. If you have a nonprofit event, mail, drop off, fax, or e-mail (events@ delta-optimist.com) the details to the Optimist by 3 p.m. Monday. Submissions are subject to space limitations (no phone calls).

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animals, making it easier to identify lost pets.

The Optimist asked:

A report will be coming to Delta council with recommendations for a cat licensing system. The annual fee for a spayed or neutered cat would be around $20 and small chips would be embedded in the

Should cats be licensed in Delta?

Christine Woodman Yes, I think it’s important because too many people who have cats don’t look after or take responsibility for them.

Kim Willox It depends what kind of cats, if they’re indoor cats then no. If they’re outdoor cats then yes.

You can have your say on this issue by taking part in our web poll at www. delta-optimist.com

John Burr I think it’s Delta trying to do another tax grab. Dogs, I understand, but ... I think it’s ludicrous for them to put licenses on cats.

Nick Williams Yes, they should. Most people leave their cats out at night and it’s good for the cats as well as keeping a little bit better control of them.

Last week we asked you:

Does the ER at Delta Hospital need more doctors?

• 70.73% said yes, the doctors should get what they asked for.

• 17.07% said more support staff might help instead.

Notice of Intention to Dispose of an Interest in Municipality Property (Pursuant to Section 26 of the Community Charter) Take notice that The Corporation of Delta intends to grant to Fraserland Farms Ltd. a lease of the following lands for a term of three years plus a three-year renewal option: Civic address:

6000 60th Avenue, Delta, British Columbia

Legal Descriptions:

Parcel Identifier No.: 002-973-049 Parcel “F” (Reference Plan 6417) of District Lot 26 Group 2 New Westminster District, (As shown outlined in bold on the Plan)

The consideration to be received

by The Corporation of Delta from Fraserland Farms Ltd. during the term of the lease is $2,120 per year.

THIS NOTICE IS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PUBLIC NOTIFICATION ONLY. IT IS NOT AN OFFER TO GRANT A SIMILAR INTEREST TO ANY OTHER PARTY. Copies of the relevant documents and plans may be inspected at the Municipal Hall at 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C. Any inquiries should be made to Samien Safaei, Lands Solicitor, 604-946-3234, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

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Sally Holland Yes I think they should be.

Particularly when cats are lost, there’s a chip implanted in the ear which will help in their recovery.

• 12.2% said no, spending needs to be kept in check.

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Blast from the past for the BC Lions as den moves back to Empire Field Construction is almost complete on the temporary stadium at Empire Field that the BC Lions will call home for the 2010-11 season.

The home opener in the Lions’ temporary den will be on June 21 against Edmonton. For some fans, it will be a brand new experience. For others, it will provide a taste of the past.

“We have a tremendous opportunity in 2010 to provide our fans with a season to remember as we return to the birthplace of Lions football for the first time in 27 years,” said George Chayka, the Lions’ vice-president of business.

The one-year move to Empire Field became necessary following the announcement late last year that construction on a new retractable roof for BC Place would not be completed until July 2011. The BC Lions will host the 99th Grey Cup at BC Place in November 2011.

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The BC Lions are heading back to their old turf this season, when they return to Empire Field. photo courtesy BC Lions

TransLink has boosted service linking to Empire Field quite significantly since the Lions last played there.

Service on Hastings Street and links from the North Shore and from the Millennium SkyTrain Line will give fans great connections to the games, and TransLink will offer “special events” boosts in service for game days. Check out www.bclions.com/page/parking-andtransportation for ready-made transit options to Empire

Field, along with driving directions and parking information.

Completely enclosed on all four sides with an approximate seating capacity of 27,500, the new Lions’ den at Empire Field will be a cosy fit for fans. Individual seats totaling 20,100 will run along the side lines and another 7,400 bench-style seats will occupy the end zones.

Sideline seats between the goal lines will be covered and a limited number of private boxes will also be constructed along with media facilities, concessions, stadium level lighting, scoreboards, a video board and washrooms.

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Delta Sports Sports Editor: Mark Booth

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Bining returns to his old stomping grounds With med school on the horizon, lacrosse standout says now is the time to be playing in his hometown again BY

MARK BOOTH

mbooth@delta-optimist.com

There may just be one chapter left to write in Gary Bining’s brilliant lacrosse career and that’s going to be right here in his hometown.

For the first time since lighting up the scoreboard a decade ago with the Delta Intermediate “A” Islanders, Bining was back playing at the Ladner Leisure Centre last Thursday as a member of the Ladner Pioneers. His two goals and three assists in a 20-4 destruction of the North Shore Indians was overshadowed by just the fact he was in a Pioneer uniform.

After all, here was a 27-year-old, fresh off his second season with the National Lacrosse League’s Boston Blazers, playing at the senior “B” level. Yet this isn’t about being a “hired” gun or wanting to be a big fish in a little pond. It’s having the opportunity to play with many of his friends before diving deep into his career away from the lacrosse floor.

“Right now, I’m pretty focused on attending medical school soon and there’s a very good chance it’s going to happen in August,” said Bining, who already has a biology degree from Ohio State University where he was a regular on the National Dean’s List. “Once I start going to school that’s going to be (the end) of lacrosse for me.

“Unfortunately, I feel like I have a lot of good years ahead of me but that’s life.

“I always knew someday I would play summer here. It came a little sooner than I thought it would but I am really excited to be here.”

The arrival of Bining and North Delta native Bryan Poole last week gives the Pioneers the most talent they have ever assembled as they seek their third ever national championship. They will put their perfect 6-0 record on the line Thursday when the Nanaimo Timbermen visit at 7:30 p.m.

Bining is scheduled to play the next four league games before heading south again to instruct at a camp in Chicago and enjoy

some vacation time in Costa Rica. The plan is for him to return for the stretch run. He will get the opportunity be teammates with his older brother Harry who re-joins the team this week after attending firefighters school in Texas. He played alongside Kyle Goundrey in his debut — a player he considered a role model when he was growing up.

“I felt it was the right time (to be a Pioneer) with the group of guys we got here,” said Bining. “Almost every player in that locker room I have some type of relationship with outside of lacrosse.

“When you look at our roster, we have a lot of balance. You want to have a deep team so it’s not necessarily one guy who is going to make or break the team. I’m just trying to be a piece of the puzzle and I will contribute when I can. It’s been very clear since January what my (availability) would be.”

After growing up through the Delta Lacrosse system, Bining launched his junior career with the Burnaby Lakers where he compiled 282 points in just 80 career games.

He helped the perennial powerhouse reach three straight Minto Cup appearances, winning one of them.

He was a first round pick of the Coquitlam Adanacs in the 2003 Western Lacrosse Association draft and he went on to post 118 points in 57 games.

Bining was selected 13th overall by the Colorado Mammoth in the NLL draft but eventually would end up in Boston where he has a enjoyed a pair of productive seasons for the Blazers.

“I couldn’t imagine being on a better team,” said Bining of his NLL experience. “(The roster) is primarily Ontario guys but it’s been a great fit for me. I feel like I left there with so much knowledge of the game I didn’t have before and I want to bring it to this team.”

The Ladner native also thrived in the field version of the game, earning a full-ride scholarship to Ohio State University where he led the Buckeyes to a pair of conference titles and was captain his senior season.

Logan Schuss, another homegrown talent,

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MARK BOOTH

Gary Bining (right) is delighted to be playing alongside Kyle Goundrey (left) as the pair of lacrosse standouts try and help get the Ladner Pioneers to the national championships in August. is coming off a standout freshman season at OSU that saw him earn conference rookieof-the-year honours.

“I really believe in this community and I’m so happy to see guys like Logan and Mitchell Jones really pushing themselves and taking their game to a whole new level,” added Bining.

“I always believed there was talent in this community and guys just need to believe in Delta Lacrosse.”

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• Bining’s debut was not the only highlight in the win over North Shore. Longtime Pioneer Tim Winter recorded his 500th career point with a shorthanded goal.

Pioneers annual alumni game and social set for June 19 also serve is a warm-up for the players who will be participating in this year’s Provincial Masters, slated for Canada Day Weekend in Vernon. Once again the honouree alumni coaches for the game will be past Delta lacrosse greats Lloyd Tamboline and Walter Husband. Tamboline was inducted into the Delta Sports Hall of Fame in 2005.

Following the game, the Alumni Association is hosting a social at the Ladner Fisherman’s Hall — located at 4481 Savoy Street in Ladner.

The Pioneer Alumni Association was started to help benefit and provide assistance to minor lacrosse in the Delta area as well as the Ladner Pioneer Senior B, C and

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Tickets for the social are $100 and a limited supply are are available through the players as well as at the game. For more information on the tickets and the alumni weekend contact John Burr (604-3236429), Dave Dunn (604-507-8298) or Darcy Phillips (604-946-8299).

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The game, slated to get underway at 2:15 p.m., will feature past Pioneer and masters players for what should be an exciting afternoon of fast breaking lacrosse. It will

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Yankees work overtime to capture Tom Henderson Memorial tourney The Ladner Yankees are 2010 champions of Ladner Minor Baseball Association’s annual Tom Henderson Memorial Mosquito Tournament and they did it in thrilling fasion.

The Yankees needed an extra inning to slip past the Blue Jays in an all-Ladner championship game played on Victoria Day at Bell Park.

The eight-team tournament included entries from North Delta and Surrey.

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Ladner made it a clean sweep of the podium as the Red Sox got past the Hornets in the third place game.

Junior “B” Islanders trimmed by Surrey Delta Islanders slipped to 5-4 in the West Coast Junior Lacrosse League after being trimmed 7-6 by the Surrey Rebels on Monday night in Cloverdale.

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On Wednesday, June 23rd, the

Annual “Pet Hall of Fame”

Come out to one of the most unique and interesting events in the city! Join us at the City of Vancouver s 10th annual Landfill Open House on:

will be published in our Pets on Parade special feature To enter bring in or mail your photos to: #207 - 4840 Delta Street, Ladner, BC V4K 2T6 or email your pet’s name, your name and daytime telephone number, and the category(ies) with the corresponding photo with Pet Show in the subject line to: contests@delta-optimist.com

Saturday, June 5, 9 am - 3:30 pm 5400 72nd Street, Delta

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See what surprises are in store at this 635-hectare, wheelchair-accessible site. Check out the ocean views and hawks and falcons in flight. Learn about some of our green initiatives such as composting and power generation. Pick up free compost.

Other highlights include: behind-the-scenes tours, craft activities for kids, equipment displays, free refreshments and more!

ENTRY DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2010

PETS ON PARADE ENTRY Pet’s Name: _____________________________ Owner: _______________Phone: __________ 06022637

Category(ies): ___________________________

FOR MORE INFORMATION: vancouver.ca/landfill or phone Outside Vancouver 604.873.7000

• Father’s Day Contest •

Your Best Holiday with Dad

Enter to win dinner with Dad at the Primerose Restaurant and a $100 Gift Certificate from Home Building.

Delta Skating Club’s Katie Carleton (left) and Anika Bosch captured gold and silver respectively in the Pre-Preliminary Division at the Victoria Day Skate Canada B.C. competitiion in Surrey.

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Delta skaters win 3 medals at Victoria Day competition The 2009-10 season ended on a wonderful note for members of the Delta Skating at the annual Victoria Day Skate Canada B.C. Competition in Surrey.

Leading the way was nine-year-old-Katie Carleton from Ladner with a gold medal finish in the Pre-Preliminary 10 and Under Division. She was closely followed by 10-yearold Anika Bosch from Tsawwassen who captured the silver medal in the same division.

Both athletes had one of their best performances of the year against some of the strongest junior skaters in southern B.C. In the Elementary/Performance Evaluation Division, 10year-old Lexine Ashe from Tsawwassen earned a bronze medal for her program. The club looks forward to seeing Ashe move up to the Pre-Preliminary division next season.

All three of these athletes have been with the Delta Skating Club for a number of years.

DSC offers programs for all ages in figure skating and power skating. Registration for fall programs starts in July.

More information can be found on the club’s website at www.deltaskatingclub.ca.

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Send in a photo with up to 150 words telling us about your favourite holiday with your Dad. Entries will be run in the special Father’s Day section in the June 16 Optimist.

Deadline for entries is Tuesday, June 8.

Be sure to include your Dad’s name and your phone number in the entry.

Submissions can be dropped off at: Best Holiday with Dad Contest Delta Optimist #207 – 4840 Delta, St., Delta V4K 2T6 Or send to contests@delta-optimist.com

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For best results please check your ad for accuracy the first day it appears. Refunds made only after 7 business days notice!

Obituaries

Obituaries

OUELLET Claude Henri Nov 29th 1937 - May 29th 2010 For over twelve years a very brave and persistent man fought with all his strength and determination to overcome an illness that in the end took his life. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Claude Henri Ouellet on May 29th 2010 at the age of 72. He was born on November 29th 1937 in Judge, Ontario and relocated to BC in 1969.

Survived by his wife, Fern, his five children, Lynn (Mike), Denis (Diana), Normand (Joyce), Josee (Roy), and Michelle (Victor), fifteen grandchildren, many children that were welcomed and cared for in his home, four brothers, five sisters, numerous nieces and nephews and his friends who all loved him dearly. He was predeceased by his mother and father, 3 brothers and his dog Lady. Claude had a passion for the outdoors, he loved to fish and hunt and created many wonderful memories with his family and friends. A special thank you to Dr. Delorme, Dr.Vandermerwe and all the doctors and nurses of the Nicola Valley Hospital, all the wonderful nurses at the Merritt Home and Community Care and also all the staff at the Gillis house where he spent his final weeks. Those wishing to share in the celebration of his life can attend an open house on Saturday June 5th, 2-4pm at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2326 Jackson Street, Merritt BC. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Claude’s very dearest and long time friend Dean, who suffers from a serious illness called Ankylosing spondylitis.

Donations can be deposited at any TD Canada Trust bank to branch 9160 account 6318283.

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Obituaries

JOSE, Joyce

Passed away at home in Ladner, peacefully, on May 26, 2010.

Joyce Jose was born in Clitheroe, Lancaster County, England on February 28, 1929. She is predeceased by her loving husband Arthur in 2003 and her daughter-in-law Janet Jose in 1995. Joyce is survived by her son, Lance, her three grandchildren; Delmar (Tom) Yingling, Darrell (Marie) Jose and Dauna (Josh) Jose, and five great- grandchildren; Jack, Mark, Max, Maddison and Hannah.

Joyce’s greatest passion and love were her family. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her the most enjoyment and she cherished spending time with them.

Special thanks to the many friends and extended family for their support at this difficult time.

A Memorial Service will be held at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, BC on Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010 at 3:pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations to The Kidney Foundation of Canada, BC Branch, #200, 4940 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC, V5G 4K6 would be appreciated.

Delta Funeral Home • (604) 946 6040

Joan Bartsch, in her 90th year, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 16th, 2010. She is survived by her son Michael, her daughter-in-law Lynn and her grandsons Steven and Darren; all of Whitehorse, Yukon.

Born in Coventry, England on February 13th, 1920; Joan along with her mother and sister, lived the “city life”.

On the steps of a Blackpool Tower, she met her “Canadian lad” – a young soldier (Bill) from Castor, Alberta. After a whirlwind courtship and marriage, Joan was eager to leave England behind and to start her new life abroad. Travelling as a young “war bride” on the Aquitania and then on the “rails” to the prairies, she was met by her new family. Being a “city gal”, she knew nothing of the “farm life” – her mother-in-law took up the challenge and taught Joan well.

The Bartsch family, over the next few years, moved to several small communities in Alberta, because of Bill’s work with the United Grain Growers. Finally settling in Red Deer, Joan loved being a mother and a housewife, where she took great pride in her family. Square Dancing became a common interest for the family and they spent many “happy hours” dancing and camping in and around western Canada. Her other passions were “volunteering” either at a day care centre or any seniors centre.

After Bill’s death in 1973, Joan moved to Victoria, to be near her sister and her family. This is where she spent many hours at the James Bay New Horizons Centre.

Health issues brought Joan here to the Kinsmen Centre, where she spent “countless hours” volunteering in the “Thrift Store” and pouring coffee in the cafeteria. Everyone was greeted with her pleasant smile and her “Mornin’ luv”.

Singing, dancing, or simply acting in a skit – she loved entertaining others. Joan loved life and all that it had to offer – she will be missed.

At her request, no service will be held. In lieu of flowers – please make a donation on her behalf to the Kinsmen Assisted Living Centre, Tsawwassen.

Interment will be held in Castor, Alberta, at a later date.

Delta Funeral Home 604-946-6040

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LONG HAUL CLASS 1 OWNER / OPERATORS

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July 7, 1907 - May 27, 2010 Irv passed away in Delta Hospital, surrounded by his family, on May 27, 2010. He will be greatly missed by his son, Keith an wife Jesicca; his grand daughter, Carri, and his grandson Rob and wife Leanne. His wife Margaret Buchanan Commons passed away in 1982. Irv was a resident at Abbeyfield House in Tsawwassen. He will also be sadly missed by the staff and other residents at Abbeyfield.

Irv was 102 years of age, full of life and wisdom. He had an appreciation for his family, friends and music. He was born in Fernie, B.C. where he met his wife Margaret. During the Depression, he worked at Pioneer Mines. Irv and Margaret moved to Vancouver, in 1940, where he worked in the aircraft industry, mainly Pacific Western Airlines, until he retired. He and his wife resided in Burkeville, a small community in Richmond, until he moved to Abbeyfield. Irv had a zest for sports and played hockey and baseball in his younger years. With determination, tenacity and a good sense of humour, he battled cancer in his later years. At Irv’s request there will be no service. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Foundation. A very heartfelt thanks to the staff at Abbeyfield and to the Emergency staff at Delta Hospital.

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for rapidly expanding transportation co. taking on new contracts & need to expand our fleet. Owners with no trailers are welcome as well! Looking for teams & singles. Call 604 598-3498 Fax 604 598-3497 or email

Saturday, June 5th from 1 to 3pm.

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In Loving Memory of our dear ones: Brother Tex and Father Eldon, who left our lives on May 29 and June 3, 2005 Softly the leaves of memory fall, Gently we gather and treasure them all.

Unseen, Unheard, they are ever near, Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

Please God, forgive a silent tear, The constant wish that they were here.

Others are taken, yes we know, But they were ours, and we miss them so.

Forever remembered and forever loved, The Birch family

In Memoriam

In loving memory of my husband of 26 years

Chris Buell December 20, 1958 ~ June 1, 2009

Chris passed away suddenly one year ago.

He had a twinkle in his eye, a great sense of humour and an SPACE BOOKING enormous love of music.

For: BUELL, ANGIE Rep: Chris BFolkfollowed in his father’s footsteps and1241810 worked in the lumber Ad#: industry. In 1999, he started his own lumber brokerage business, where he enjoyed great success. He is sadly missed by his entire family; Angie, children, Jessica and Joshua, mother Phyllis, sister Elizabeth (Allen), brothers Michael (Lynn) and Rob (Brenda), and all of his nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

In our hearts you’ll always stay, loved and remembered every day.

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Coming Events

FRASER POWER & SAIL SQUADRON All power boat operators must have their PCOC (Operator’s) Card!

PCOC Challenge Examinations Wednesday, May 5 Tuesday, June 8 7 pm. Delta Secondary School (Ladner) Examination fee $30; Study Materials $18 www.frasersquadron.ca call to register 604-786-5678

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Community Notices

If you want to drink that’s your business; If you want to stop drinking it’s ours.

Alcoholics Anonymous

604-434-3933

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General Employment

1984 INC. a national leader working in mining needs to urgently hire great Camp Cooks who have an OFA 3 certification.

Only those with OFA 3 please.

Email: epi@1984inc.com Checkout: www.1984inc.com Customer sales/service

Summer Work

Immediate openings

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

FULL TIME ENTRY POSITION with WOODNORTH Gardening & Lawncare. D/L (min. N) and a commitment to learn.

Call 604-948-1447

Full Time Parts position available for immediate occupancy. This is a career opportunity as a salaried employee with full company benefits at the Lower Mainland branch of a Canadian wide heavy equipment business.

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

OVE LINDER MANUFACTURING

7927 Huston Road, Delta, BC V4G 1M1 Needs a fulltime pre-fab portable building manufacturing supervisor with 4 years experience to oversee manufacturing and installation of portable dome structures.

Must have proven track record of safe and durable installation. Salary $21/hr.

Fax resume to 604-946-8027 Personal Trainer Certification Earn up to $70/hr as a Personal Trainer. Government Financial Aid may be avail. 604-930-8377 See our ad in todays paper under Education.

WOODNORTH Gardening & Lawncare

To place your birthday announcement call . . .

604-630-3300

is hiring a fulltime employee with garden maintenance experience. Must have D/L and basic shearing and target pruning skills. Woodnorth is committed to Horticultural Apprentice Sponsorship. References will be required. 604-984-1447.

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EDUCATION

Health Care

Exp’d Denture Tech The Aurum Group is seeking denture tech’s for start to finish for our labs in Calgary, AB, Edmonton, AB & Concord, ON. We offer comp salary, benefits, pension & relocation ass’t. All resumes submitted in confidence.

Fax 1-866-237-9442 Email cathyb@aurumgroup.com www.aurumgroup.com

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Medical/Dental CDA

FULLTIME Required for a well established practice in Ladner, 4 day work week. Experienced or new Grads welcome.

Please fax resume to 604-946-8320 or phone Elaine at 604-946-8555

MOA

Fully trained experienced MOA needed for busy 2 doctor office in Ladner. 5 days/wk.

Must be flexible with hours and holiday relief.

Please send resume to 5017 - 47A Ave, Delta, BC, V4K 1T9

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Career Services/ Job Search

EXCLUSIVE FINNING/ CATERPILLAR Heavy Equipment Service Training at GPRC Fairview Campus. 2 year diploma program gives 4 years apprentice theory. $1000. bonus on first day of school. Write all 4 years apprenticeship exam.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

PHARMACY TECH Trainees Needed!

Retail Pharmacies & Hospitals need trained Tech & Assistants.

No Experience? Need Training?

Training & Job Placement available. 1-888-748-4130 PUT YOURSELF behind the counter - The Parts counter! Preemployment parts program at GPRC Fairview Campus. Fall/ 2010. Write 1st year Apprenticeship exam. Learn warehousing, cataloguing, ordering, etc. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

WHICH TRADE would you like?

We’ll teach you basic shop practices, safety. Work experience in trade of your choice. GPRC Fairview College Campus. Fairview, Alberta; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

1-888-999-7882.

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Education

FOODSAFE 1 DAY COURSES – ONLY $66!

JUNIOR LEGAL ASSISTANT

Michaels & Filkow, a prominent law firm specializing in criminal litigation located in Richmond, has an opening for a full time junior legal assistant. Duties include: reception, telephone, dictation and other general office duties.

Please submit resume to kfilkow@telus.net or by fax to 604-270-3787

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Sales

SALES REPRESENTATIVES for international personal insurance provider. Service established accounts. Paid training provided.

Must be bondable and have reliable vehicle. Call 604-703-5748 or email dan.bartram@ca.combined.com.

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Teachers/ Instructors

Richmond: June 19 or July 11 Surrey: Every Saturday Also Bby • Coq • M.Ridge • Van Health Inspector Instructors!

ADVANCE Hospitality Education BC’s #1 Foodsafe Choice

www.advance-education.com

604-272-7213

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN Men and Boys? Men fix their toys!

Become an Outdoor Power Equipment Technician. Work on watercraft, ATV’s, snowmobiles, etc. Credit towards apprenticeship. GPRC Fairview College Campus.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

FLEXIBLE, ONLINE WEB DESIGN COURSES. Beginner or advanced, College accredited curriculum. Learn from home while you build your online business and design skills. Visit: www.ibde.ca to apply!

TEACH, LIVE AND EXPLORE CHINA! Teach the BC curriculum at BC certified school in Kunming City, for 2010/11 school year.

Certified Teachers required for Grades 10-12, all subject areas.

Competitive salary and assignment benefits. Reply: rlindstrom@shaw.ca (604)760-7564.

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Trades/Technical

KIEWIT ENERGY Canada District is accepting resumes for current and future opportunities at its Kearl Oil Sands - Froth Project Pipefitters Crane Operators Electricians Carpenters Instrumentation Scaffolders Welders Insulators Ironworkers Warehouse Millwrights Surveyors Mechanics Rigging experience is an asset. Indentured apprentices (all levels) and journeyman required in all trades Alberta Journeyman or Red Seal required. Please submit resumes with copies of safety and trade tickets Email: craftresumes@kiewit.com Fax: 780-377-0480 Online: http:/ /energycareers.kiewit.ca/js/

LEARN SUSTAINABLE BUILDING. Timber frame, log, straw bale and stackwallbuilding, portable sawmilling. Workshops start August 9. GPRC Fairview CollegeCampus. Fairview, Alberta. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

LEARN SUSTAINABLE BUILDING. Timber frame, log, straw bale and stackwallbuilding, portable sawmilling. Workshops start August 9. GPRC Fairview CollegeCampus. Fairview, Alberta. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

Personal Trainer Certification

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

Government Financial Aid may be available.

604-930-8377 Hilltop Academy

PRE-EMPLOYMENT WELDER or Millwright Training. 16 weeks, write first year apprenticeship exam. Be ready for in-demand trades jobs. GrandePrairie Regional College.

1-888-539-4772; www.gprc.ab.ca.

PSSST! WANNA be a Mechanic?

8 month General Mechanic training. Learn basic engine theory,power train, suspension, job safety, etc. Write Automotive or HeavyDuty 1st year Apprenticeship exam. GPRC Fairview College Campus.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

PUT YOURSELF behind the counter - The Parts counter! Preemployment parts program at GPRC Fairview Campus. Fall/ 2010. Write 1st year Apprenticeship exam. Learn warehousing, cataloguing, ordering, etc. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

THE ONE! THE ONLY! Authorized Harley-Davidson Technician program in Canada.GPRC Fairview, Alberta.

On-campus residences. 15-week program. Top quality instruction, up-to-the minute curriculum, hands-on training.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

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Tutoring Services

2010

RANGE, 30 inch Inglis, $125, Inglis dryer $75, both almond, 604-946-2677

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For Sale Miscellaneous

ASHFORD SPINNING wheel with accessories includes fleece, $400. Taylor form dress form $100. 604-948-9309 BAUHAUS SEAFOAM/LIGHT grey love seat $100.00; 3 folding light wood/metal bar chairs with seat backs $40.00; Leave message 604-948-9856.

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality.

All Shapes & Colors Available.

Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.ca MOTORLLA DVR, HDTV, DCT6416, drive size 160GB, incl’s remote, $325. 604-943-1040 SEWING MACHINE, Pfaff, 2020 Tiptronic, w/manual, $300, 604-943-3698

Furniture

ROOFERS - Single Ply

BEST Deal Restwell Matt Sets.

Full wrty, Dble $319. Queen $339 King $559. Will deliver. 722-3636

Furniture

DINING SUITE, lovely 8 pc solid oak Queen Anne style, $900.

604-943-6163 HIDE-A-BED EXC cond. $75, book case $20, dining table, 4 chairs $60, desk $10; china cab $10; chair w/ottoman $10; blue arm chair $5. 604-943-5405 SOFA AND loveseat, light floral print, matching 3 sets of drapes and valance boxes, 3 adjustable drapery tracks, as new, all for $190. Call 604-943-1862

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Lumber/Building Supplies

$19,975.00!! 30% OFF 792SF HOME/COTTAGE LOCK-UP!!

Inventory Liquidation. Top Quality Pre-engineered / Panelized Building Systems Include Premium Windows, Doors, Siding, Roofing and More! www.greenrpanel.com.

Packages / Prices: 1-800-871-7089.

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

BUILDING SALE! 25x30 $4,577.

30x40 $7,140. 32x60 $11,950.

32x80 $18,420. 35x60 $ 13,990.

40x70 $14,650. 40x100 $24,900.

46x140 $37,600. OTHERS. Ends optional. Pioneer MANUFACTURERS DIRECT 1-800-668-5422.

FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS CLEARANCE - Pre-engineered and custom-sized to your requirements. Factory-direct pricing.

Some models discounted to halfprice to clear. CALL FOR FREE BROCHURE AND QUOTE 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

NEW NORWOOD SAWMILLS LumberMate-Pro handles logs 34” diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick-cyclesawing increases efficiency up to 40%. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT - FREE Information: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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Recycler

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

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COUCH, LOVESEAT, chair & sofabed. Excellent cond. Free you pick-up 604-943-2201

Furniture

CHAISE LOUNGE, ivory, like new, $275obo. 604-946-4801

2075 Marine Roofing seeks Journeypersons.

Min 3 yrs exp $27.50-$32.50/hr Call Daryl, 604-433-1813 dmorrison@marineroofing.com

Education

FREE WHEELIN’ EXCITEMENT. Learn to repair street, off-road and dualsport bikes. Hands-on training. On-campus residences.

Great instructors.Challenge 1st year apprenticeship exam.

1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

French Language Preschool

in Tsawwassen requires ECE French speaking Assistant for September, 2010. Part time $16-20 per/hr.

Email resume & cover letter to mpennors@telus.net

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GARAGE SALES

DINING SUITE, 9 piece, 2 leafs, 6 chairs, walnut, buffet, hutch, $500 sofa & loveseat $300; coffee table cherry $75. 604-940-4134

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FREE TO a good home. Minolta QMS 4032 laser printer. barely used.b&w for big printing jobs

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TV/Stereo/Video

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

Furniture ★LIQUIDATION SALE★ ★LIQUIDATION SALE★

Top Notch USED FURNITURE Top Notch FURNITURE Just arrived from the USED PACIFIC PALISADES HOTEL

JustMattresses, arrived from the PACIFIC HOTEL Headboards, NitePALISADES Tables, Dressers,

Sofa Beds, BanquetHeadboards, Chairs, Desks, TV Armoires, Mattresses, NiteLamps, Tables,TV’s, Dressers, Carpets, Drapes, Bedspreads, Linen...and much more!

Sofa Beds,250 Banquet Chairs, Desks, Lamps, TV’s, TV Armoires, Terminal Ave @ Main St, Vancouver Carpets, Drapes, Linen...and Hours:Bedspreads, Mon to Fri 9-5 +Sat 10-2much more!

Visit ★ANIZCO ★Liquidators 250 Terminal Ave @ Main St, Vancouver

www.anizcofurniture.com Hours: Mon to Fri 9-5 +Sat 10-2 604-682 -2528

Visit ★ANIZCO ★Liquidators www.anizcofurniture.com 604-682 -2528

Iron Accents Iron Home & Accents Garden Ltd. Home & Garden Ltd. Warehouse Sale!!!

Warehouse Sale!!!

Sat. June 5th.. 10am - 5pm Sat. 10am- -5pm 5pm Sun.June Jun 5th..

6th ..2pm Sun. Jun 6th ..2pm - 5pm 135-2639 Viking Way, 135-2639 Viking Way, Richmond Richmond Wrought iron garden Wrought garden ornaments. iron Arbors, stone ornaments.

Arbors, stone table tops, fountains & so table tops, muchfountains more! & so much more!

Ladner LadnerGarage Sale!

Garage Sale!

Sun. June 6th Sun.-June 6th 9am 12 noon 9am - 12 noon 6367 45th Ave. (East 6367 45th off Ave. (East Ladner 63rd) Ladner off 63rd) All items in great cond.

All items in great cond.

Excellent finds.

Excellent finds.

Ladner Ladner

MOVING SALE MOVING SALE Saturday, June 5th

Saturday, 5th 9:00am - June 2:00pm 9:00am - 2:00pm 4992 - 44A Ave 4992 - 44A Ave Furniture, camping items, Furniture, camping items, household, decor, sports. household, decor, sports.

LADNER LADNER GARAGE SALE OF A GARAGE SALE OF A LIFETIME! LIFETIME! Corner of Savoy + Church Corner of Street, Savoy + Church Street, Sat June 5th 9-1 Sat June 5thStuff, 9-1 Lots Free Stuff, Cheap Free Stuff, Cheap Stuff, Lots of Stuff! (includes clothes s/m of Stuff! (includes clothes and shoes size 6) s/m and shoes size 6) LADNER CHRISTIAN LADNER CHRISTIAN Fellowship Fellowship is hosting an Evening of is hosting an Evening of

Fun, Fabulous, Fun, Fabulous, Fashion!!

Fashion!!

Friday, June 4th, 7pm-9pm Friday, June 4th, 7pm-9pm 5545 Ladner Trunk Road.

5545 Ladner Trunk Road.

For more information For more information 604-946-4430 604-946-4430 TSAW TSAW Moving/ Yard Sale

TSAWASSEN TSAWASSEN GOLF SAMPLE SALE GOLF SAMPLE SALE ✫SAT June 5, 8am-1pm✫

Ladner Ladner

TSAWASSEN TSAWASSEN GARAGE SALE GARAGE SALE Saturday, June 5th, 9am-2pm Saturday, June 5th, 9am-2pm

GARAGE SALE SALE SatGARAGE & Sun June 5&6 Sat &9am Sun-June 1pm 5 & 6 9am46th - 1pm 5428 Ave 5428stoves, 46th double Ave Camp Camp stoves, double mattress mint condition mattress mint condition Everything & then some!

Everything & then some!

✫SAT June 5, 8am-1pm✫ Men’s & Women’s golfwear, Men’s & Women’s golfwear, headwear, golf bags & headwear, golf bags & accessories. accessories.

Great Father’s Day gift ideas!

Great Father’s Day gift ideas!

5539 4th Ave. 5539 4th Ave.

★Lots of good stuff! ★Lots of good stuff! ★Don’t miss out! ★Don’t miss out!

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Delta Christian School Equipping Children for Life Delta Christian School & Preschool (604) 946-2514 4789 - 53rd Street, Ladner

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Daycare Centres

Family Day Care

Established family day-care now has openings for children 6 months to 5 years

Call Carmen @ 604.946.8114 for Registration Details www.highhopesschool.ca FULLY QUALIFIED MOM of 3yr old daughter and central ladner location between 2 schools. Offers before/after school or full day care at an affordable price in my happy home.

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

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

Light breakfasts, healthy snacks and home cooked lunches provided in a nurturing environment with a focus on activities and nature.

Located close to parks and beach References Available

604-943-6011

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

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Preschools/ Kindergarten Global West Montessori

Preschool & Kindergarten

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Cats DOBERMAN PUPPIES for sale to a good home $50 Ph. 604-798-2002 or 604-819-3820

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

604-724-7652

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Dogs

10 AUSTRALIAN Shepherd Pups, Tails, dew claws & first shots done, Ready June 5th, price reduced. 604-607-7372

DOBERMAN PUPS. Female/ Male. Tails/dew claws done. Blk/ tan. $1500-$2000. 604-607-7433

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

JACK RUSSELL pups, smooth coat, shots & dewormed. family raised, $400 ★ 604-794-3229

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS ('Aussies'). 8 months. Full of love & devotion. $650. 604-625-7509

MINIATURE SCHNAUZER puppies. Little 'teddy bears' full of love & devotion. $650. 604-625-7509

MINPIN PUPS, beautiful, vet chk, 1st shots/tails done, to approved home, $800 604-791-9224 Chwk PB GERMAN shepherd pups, black & tan, 6 weeks old, 1st shots, vet✔, $550 604-856-7405

BERNESE MOUNTAIN Dog Puppies. Male and Female, vet checked and ready for loving homes. $1,100. 604-637-4439.

Langley.

PEMBROKE WELSH corgi male, nine months, Reg AKC $2000 778-688-6868 PIT BULL puppies male & female 8 wks 1st shots, dewormed. View parents. $500. Ph 604-701-1587 SCHNAUZER hypoallergic, 1 male blk, 1 female grey. 1st shot, dewormed 8 wk $650. 604-795-1953

BIG BEAUTIFUL Bernese Mountain dog puppies for sale.

Ready to go June 5th. First shots and vet check. 2 males and 2 females left. $1000 each. call 604-897-6495

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

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Destinations Okanagan/ Interior

BARONA BEACH LUXURY VACATION CONDOS 2 units available. West Kelowna, on Okanagan Lake, Beach front resort, 2 bedroom plus den with pullout sofa. Sleeps 6 comfortably. Located 5 minutes from world-class wineries and vineyards. Sandy beach and amazing pool area with hot tub. Fully stocked kitchen including top of the line appliances, Luxury furnishings and latest amenities: Hardwood floors, granite counter tops, flat panel TVs, surround sound. (iPod compatible systems) Patio BBQ with incredible lake/ pool area views. In-suite laundry, equipment room, 2 underground parking spaces. Boat slip at resort available for additional charge.

Rates: June 1-June 30 $1,700 per week. July 1-Sept. 6 $2,400 per week. Contact Terry at 250-869-9991 or email: barona@shaw.ca

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SHIHTZU PUPS multi colour, 1st shots, adorable to good homes $500. 604-773-2146, 820-0252

Horse Boarding

HORSE BOARDING available. $600.00 per month. Indoor and outdoor arenas. Large paddocks.

Fort Langley area. Beautiful setting. Call 604-888-2455.

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Poultry

COCKER SPANIEL p/b pups with papers vet. shots, ready now, Vanc. $400 neg. 604-708-1752 KATISSA POULTRY Non medicated, all vegetable feed, no animal by products, grown and sold on the farm.

Fully Processed, Fresh Ready for roasting.

For prices & details see www.specialtychicken.com Cloverdale area, 604 541-0007

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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Agents

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BUSINESSES FOR BUSINESSES FOR SALE SALE

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

Section 38 of theTrustee Act RSBC 1996, Chapter 464 NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others, having claims against the estate of ALWYN EDWARDS, who died on the 25th day of March, 2010, are hereby required to send them to the executor, Roy Stephen Edwards, in care of the Delta Law Office at 4873 Delta Street, Delta, B.C. V4K 2T9, before the 18th of June, 2010, after which date the executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard to the claims of which she has notice.

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Business Services

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Dogs

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18. Picasso’s mistress 19. Ooze out 21. The last part of anything 22. Exchange 27. 39th state 28. Word of many parts 33. Bleak House author’s initials 34. Idol worshiper 36. 21st Greek letter 37. Mama’s partner 18. _____ Park: 94025 20. Poundal (abbr.)

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38. Most important 39. Jar cover 40. Comportment 41. Drop behind 44. Russian prison camp 45. Betrothal 48. Actor Ladd 49. Pasta flour 50. Big London clock 51. Fingerless glove

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Apt/Condos

Houses - Sale

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S. Surrey/ White Rock

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

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OWN your own Custom Blt 6 BR, 5 bath, Coach Home in Summerfield for $1000/mo. Sutton WC. Michelle Perreault 604-728-2817

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Lots & Acreage

1 ACRE gd - Mission All usable building lot, room for shop, pool & lrg home. High end homes built in this prestigious cul de sac subdivision. 10 mins to downtown. Drive by lot #7 - 8732 Jones Terrace, near the Abby on Dewdney Trunk Rd. $330,000.

Call Len 604-763-4118

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

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Real Estate Investment

NANAIMO, 7YR old home w/2 sep suites. 5 bdrm, 5 min to dwntwn, 2x6 const, 9appl, lots of prkg, priced to sell $349,000. Call 250-716-2171 or 250-741-1950 ★ RENT TO OWN! ★ If you have a small down payment, I have a nice home for you! Less then perfect credit OK. Call Pat 778-783-0872

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

Greensview

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

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

Century Village and Tsawwassen Manor

Beautiful complex consisting of 6 bldgs. & water fountains.

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

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

Kelly Court

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

Shawnigan

2 bedroom suite available in 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

LADNER

6508

Apt/Condos

3-BDR APT. in Beach Grove nr. ocean, 2 baths, lots of space.

Elec. and gas incl., 6-mth. lease pref., avail. June 20/2010. $1800 per mth. 604-760-9935 or 604-218-5931

DELTA WEST

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

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

CALL 604 946-1094 BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

TSAW. 1 BR, 2nd flr, all appls, inste wd, f/p, np, no BBQ, $1160. incl heat, prkg, suitable for adults.

604-943-6163 appt TSAW. EXEC 2 BR,top flr, all appls, inste wd, f/p, np, no BBQ, $1850. incl heat, prkg, suitable for adults. 604-943-6163 appt

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Houses - Rent

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

Harbourside

Affordable 1 and 2 bedroom suites available in the heart of Ladner Village. Rent includes 2 appl., carpets, drapes and hot water. Shops and bus stop nearby. To view or for more information please call 604-946-9268

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Houses - Rent

STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN No Qualification - Low Down CHILLIWACK – 9557 Williams St, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town, close to shops & schools................ $888/M VANCOUVER – 558 Taylor St, 1 bdrm + den, 2 level TOWNHOME, nr Gas Town, w/d, 1 Prkg $1488/M PITT MEADOWS -11860 Springdale Dr. 4 Bdrm, 3 Bath FAMILY HOUSE Appliances, huge family room, f/p, fully fenced back yard, garage, close to West Coast Express, Schools & shops..............$1988/M Call Kristen 604 435-5555 or 786-4663

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1 BR 820sf Coach home, Ladner, gas fp, ns, np, July 1, $1080, ladner.ca/rent1 604-946-1133

To advertise call 604-630-3300

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Houses - Rent

4 BR, 4.5 year executive home, 4 baths, 7 appls, fp, soaker tub, central vac, alarm, radiant heat, view & more. In Ladner Village, 47th & Delta, 2 blocks to all amens incld library & school. $2500, avail Aug 1, no smoking, no pets, 604-946-7767

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Office/Retail Rent

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

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Suites/Partial Houses

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Domestic

1994 CUTLASS Supreme, 2 dr, 171 K, exc cond, red, $3800.

Aircared 604-929-5677

1 BR +den bright bsmt suite, garden view, dw, share wd, Tsaw near bus, $800 incld utils, ns, np, avail June 1, 604-948-1572 2 BR bsmt suite, priv ent, f/back yd, shared laundry, nr school. $900. 604-940-0953 2 BR large ground level, Tsaw, new paint/carpet, wd, ns, pet neg. $995+1/2 utils. 604-943-2567

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

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2001 KAWASAKI ZRX1200R. Comes with many extras, Muzzy exhaust, Hindle lift, Joe Rocket saddlebags, tank bag, tail bag, this bike is ready to go. New chain and sprocket last year. Asking $3800.00 obo 604-250-9110

Scrap Car Removal

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Removal FREEScrap/Car No Wheels No Problem

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BOUNDARY BAY July 1, 1 br & den, upper house, very close to beach, incld utils, cable, WIFI, suits 1 quiet mature ns, owners live on ground lvl, $750 np 604-943-9726 LRG 1 brdm + den basement suite w/ full kitchen & bathroom.

FREE Internet & Cable, alarm & washer dryer. No smokers, or pets - avail immediatley - rent $750 per mo call 604-719-5443

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Townhouses Rent

LADNER, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appl, window coverings, fresh paint, new lam/tile flr, NS NP, $1200, Avail July 1. 604-322-5260

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Wanted To Rent

2 BR Townhouse or house wanted that allows pets. We are very clean, non-smokers and excellent tenants. Please call 778-384-1957.

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

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Warehouse/ Commercial

OFFICE 1700SF, Vantage Way Tilbury, grade level access, 800sf warehouse w/20ft ceilings, incld racking, 604-207-8734 loc 306

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Sports & Imports

1990 MERCEDES 560 SEL AirCared, fully loaded, leather, heated seats, pw, pl, alarm, pwr sunroof, pwr seats, CD, new tires & brakes, 228,000 km, runs well. $3000 obo.

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Sports & Imports

2006 HONDA Civic DX Coupe $13,500. Auto, PWR Locks & Windows, heated mirrors, digital dash, 4 new tires, new brakes, Honda Serviced. NO Accidents.

100k. Great on gas, many extras.

Coq. Call ★ 604-868-3128

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Vans

1993 NISSAN QUEST Mini-Van, all service records, well maint’d, 7pass, $1200 obo 604-984-2671

1996 TOYOTA Corolla DX, 5 spd, 1.8 L eng, 4 dr, air, no accidents, family owned 249 K, outstanding cond $3600. 778-238-2137

2005 DODGE Grande Caravan, blue, auto, dvd, lcd, 52K, winter tires, $12,200, 778-837-5967

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Boats

ZODIAC, 9FT, with 8 HP motor, like new, $2800 obo, 604-946-4801

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Motorhomes/RVs

1999 CORSAIR 30ft, 5th wheel large slideout, sleeps 5-6, new condition. $24,900 604-465-9512

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $100 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673

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Trailers/Tents/ Campers

2000 INFINITY G20. 80,000 km silver, auto, loaded, fully serviced since new. $8,900. 604-786-7114 2000 FORD TAURUS SE SILVER ALL OPTIONS LEATHER PREMIUM SOUND EXCELLENT CONDITION $4995 CALL. 604-551-0040 2006 CHRYSLER 300 SRT8, 67k, fully loaded, s/roof, dvd player, $24,280, 604-825-8464

9129

Luxury Cars

1986 ROLLS ROYCE, Sliver Spur, white, 62K, mint condition, $48,000. Call 604-438-4216

TSAW, 1 bdrm, f/p, newer appl, share w/d, n/s, n/p, July 1/sooner, $750incl util/cbl, web. 948-9737 UPDATED 1 BR Suite. Laminate & Tile. Shared Laundry. N/S. Pets considered. $900 incl. util, cable & internet. July.1 604.839.9979

2006 DODGE Dakota club cab, V6, 58K, 6 spd, ac, tow pkg.

Tonneau cover, $13,000 obo, exc. cond. 604-318-8263

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL No Wheels, No Problem

9160

1994 GMC Sonoma 1/2 Ton Pickup w/ canopy. 5 standard, $1,100 spent on brakes, Air Caired, $2500 obo 604-987-0926

(604) 209-2026

3 BDRM upper, d/w, w/d, nr bus loop, $1200+utils, Avail July 1, refs required, call 604-946-3042 3 BR, bright bsmt, priv ent, patio, n/s, n/p, $1300. utils/net incl’d .

July 1. 604-729-6775 aft 6pm

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

Family Owned & Operated

MIKE: 1999 FORD Taurus SE. Red sedan. Auto, 24 valve DOHC engine. 152,600 kms. Excellent condition. $2,750. 604-984-9066.

9155

HOUR 2Service From Call

OPEN 24 HRS. INCLUDING HOLIDAYS

2 BR upper level of house, centrally located in Tsaw, fenced yd, pets considered, n/s, $1200 + utils. Avail June 1. 604-943-9399,

Do You Need to Rent Your Property?

3 Lines 3 Times

AUTOMOTIVE

Pays $150 minimum for Complete for Full-Size Full-Size Complete Vehicles.

Removal!

Vehicles. Free Free Removal!

2-Hr. Service in Most Areas Areas 2-Hr. Service in Most

Call 778-316-3217 Call 778-316-3217

*DELTA *DELTA SCRAP SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL VEHICLE REMOVAL $175 Min. FOR COMPLETE $175 Min. FOR COMPLETE FULL SIZE VEHICLES

FULL Serving theSIZE DeltaVEHICLES area for 20 yrs.

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Call 604Call 604- 649-1627, 946-0943

THE SCRAPPER THE SCRAPSCRAPPER CAR &

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CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES 1989 ROLLS Royce, like new, all original, 30k miles, books. $32,500, Priv.sale 604-271-1969

2002 VW Passat 1.4 Turbo.

Excellent Condition Low Mileage 128K kms. $8500 604-929-0797

604-790-3900 604-790-3900 2 HOUR SERVICE UR SERV 2 HO

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2003 BWM X5 3.0 V6 AWD, grey / grey leather, loaded, navigation system, heated power/telescopic steering, heated front & rear seats $16,000. 150 K. 604-657-4451

HOME SERVICES 8055

Cleaning

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

★CLEAN FREAKS★ Trusted and reliable home cleaning services!

Excellent attention to detail!

Ladner owned & operated.

Call us today at 604-313-8951

EUROPEAN DETAILED Service cleaning. www.pumacleaning.ca Sophia 604-805-3376 FOR A SPARKLING CLEAN HOME at reasonable rates, Pls call Carol 778-434-2127 (Tsaw) LIDIA’S EUROPEAN Cleaning.

Res/Com. Specializing in detail cleaning. Bonded. 604-541-9255

8058

Computer Services

Delta PC Service & Consulting

makes your computer work again!

Best rates on the market.

Guaranteed Virus Removal.

Call 778-882-4128

8075

Drywall

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

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

8080

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Electrical

VANSON LECTRIC

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

604-657-7957

8087

Excavating

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

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

Water / sewer line, 24 hours Call 341-4446 or 254-6865

8090

Fencing/Gates

S&S LANDSCAPING LTD.

❏ Cedar Fence Installation Call 604-275-3158 THE FENCE GUY Insured B.C.T.Q Tradesmen 1994 Call Dave 604-781-9110

www.evansonelectric.com

8125 #1167 LIC. Bonded, WCB. BBB Member since 1975. Large & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter. 24 hr. $70/hr. Jim 617-1774.

Need a Gardener?

Find one in the Home Services section

Gutters

Edgemont Gutters. Sales & Install 5’’ continuous gutter, minor repairs, cleaning. 604-244-9446

8130

2003 32’ Cougar by Keystone 5th wheel. In exc cond; two large slides; lots of solid oak cabinets, oak table w/4 oak chairs; 2 arm chairs, ent. unit; a/c, furnace; hydraulic front jacks; large awning; heated underbelly; corner shower; queen bed, closet, dresser; new washer/dryer; lg living room window; skylight; too many extras to mention. $21,000. 604.316.1018

1996 RUSTLER 5th Wheel Bunkhouse, sleeps 8, A/C, awning, ext shower, bunks, tons of storage. $8450. Langley. 604-881-4566

8130

Handyperson

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8150

Kitchens/Baths

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Home Services

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Moving & Storage

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Lawn & Garden

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LAWN & GARDEN

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Plumbing

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Power Washing

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Exterior House Cleaning Driveways & Painting

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Paving/Seal Coating

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

Renovations & Home Improvement

AL’S CERAMIC TILE

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

8250

Roofing

A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

A name you can trust Phone: 604.946.9395 Cell: 604.812.7255

Edgemont Building Maintenance. Power Washing, Window & Gutter Cleaning. 604-244-9446

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

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Interior and Exterior Finishing, Kitchens, Bathrooms and Plumbing Refs Avail. Free Estimates

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Cameron Construction - Additions & all renos, 25 yrs exp. Scott 604-948-9183 or 992-8182 cell

8250

Roofing

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'You Call It, We Haul It!' Rubbish Removal and Recycling

A North West Roofing Specialist in Re-Roofing & Repair, Free Est 10% disc, BBB, WCB, Liability Insured. Jag 778-892-1530

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778.886.8541 Licensed, Insured, WCB

TMO Contracting

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8309

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JJ Roofing • Repairs • Reroof • New Roof

10% lower than any other written estimate SENIORS DISCOUNT WCB & Fully Insured

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Tiling

LAMONT TILE SERVICES

South Delta Based tile setter 18 yrs exp with all tiles and patterns.

Complete tear downs, and waterproofing.

Call Dan 604.916.4821

AL’S CERAMIC TILE. Supply & install, samples avail. Free est.

604-948-9573, cell 604-836-8943

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Rubbish Removal

ROD’S HAUL-IT-AWAY

PLUMBERS

Water Lines (without digging) Sewer Lines (without digging) Install. Drain tiles. 604-739-2000

Steve Watts 604-943-4134 778-228-5639

Low rates, 100% guar. Free est.

8240

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Tree Services

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8255

Rubbish Removal

LARRY’S CLEAN-UP

Over 25 years serving South Delta

• Rubbish Removal • Reno Clean-Up • Yard Trimmings

604-649-9600 604-591-3754

8335

Window Cleaning

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Jim 604.943.9694 Edgemont Building Maintenance. Window & Gutter Cleaning, Power Washing. 604-244-9446

Looking to do some

Refer to the Service Directory for all of your home improvement, decorating and gardening needs.

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