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Several firms interested in TFN housing

Colliers fielding submissions for parcel that could accommodate over 1,100 homes

fully in the next little while we’ll be able to narrow it down to one.”

In an earlier interview, Charter explained the long-term leases A major housing project on the would provide a sense of certainty Tsawwassen First Nation reserve for the developer and home buythat could result in thousands of ers. new residents moving to South He said the lessor could proDelta is inching closer to reality. vide the opportunity near the end This summer, Colliers of the lease to renew for another International issued a request for 99 years or offer proposals for interto purchase the ested developers to value of any buy 123 contiguous “We’re confident improvements on acres that have a something will the land. development potenhappen.”

Charter added tial of upwards of Howie Charter the leases would 1,100 single-family be totally prelots or even more as paid, without any rate reviews. multiple-family housing.

When the request for proposDesignated in an enterprise als was issued, TFN Chief Kim zone within the TFN’s land use Baird told the Optimist the project plan, the land wouldn’t be owned is not an initiative of the band’s outright by the developer, but government, but individual band obtained through a 99-year, premembers who own the land under paid lease. fee simple interest.

Howie Charter, managing Currently, there are about 500 director of Colliers International, non-band members living on the told the Optimist several firms reserve, including at the Tsatsu submitted bids but the selection Shores condo complex and the process has taken longer than Stahaken subdivision. anticipated.

According to Colliers, the “We’re confident something will happen. It’s not your ordinary amount of potential housing within the TFN’s enterprise zone could business or real estate deal. It’s equal 4,844 single-family homes, a little more complex. During 9,688 townhouses or 11,840 the transaction there’s also some apartment/condos. planning processes that have to • On another front, Delta CAO be factored into the conditions as George Harvie said he’d present well,” he said. a new area plan next year that “We’re trying to work through would take future TFN developit with the proponents that ment into consideration. expressed the interest and hopeBY

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Don Flucker is hoping to solve the mystery of an old photograph found in the water by his Port Guichon float home last weekend.

The photo shows a little girl wearing what appears to be adult work boots, possibly fishing boots. Saying the photo couldn’t have been in the water too long because it wasn’t badly damaged, Flucker removed it from its frame

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December 1, 2010 The Delta Optimist A03

Manage change, don’t resist it Professor says opposition to growth understandable and universal, but status quo can’t be maintained forever

area plan would be abandoned after many negative comments by residents in The opposition that single-family areas just greeted the Tsawwassen north of the town centre.

Area Plan was to be expect- They expressed strong ed because most communiopposition to a proposal to ties will resist some form of redesignate their neighbourproposed change. hoods to allow higher denThat’s according to sity, citing such concerns Maged Senbel, assistant as decreased land values professor of and loss of urban design character.

“I think there’s a bit at UBC’s Saying School of it’s never of naivety to think Community been Delta that you can hold and Regional council’s on to things forever, intention Planning, someone to impose or maintain current who knows a plan conditions forever.” all about the without the Maged Senbel challenges public’s of planning consent, the communities to meet future mayor said a report would needs. be prepared reflecting the “There’s resistance every- comments and concerns where but the thresholds are received during the hearing. different. In Vancouver, you Following what’s been wouldn’t find people being unfolding in Tsawwassen, upset by townhouses, you’d Senbel noted as the populafind them upset by hightion grows, it’s far less susrises. But the resistance to tainable and far more conchange is universal because sumptive trying to maintain people fear the change and sprawling neighbourhoods unknown because they’re of detached houses on large not sure what that’s going to lots. do to their quality of life,” Having more compact he told the Optimist in an and mixed-use communiinterview. ties that are also walkable At a contentious public are what planners should be hearing in late October looking to create, he said. that stretched into a third However, a larger process day, Mayor Lois Jackson of public engagement is announced the proposed needed to clarify proposals, BY

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Proposed changes to Tsawwassen’s landscape have long proved to be contentious. inform the public on current constraints and give them a say on the options, he added.

Noting there’s no evidence land values go down with townhouses and, in fact, they move up, Senbel said planning for higher density needs to be done in a deliberate manner.

“I think there’s a bit of naivety to think that you can hold on to things forever, or maintain current conditions forever. That’s just not going to happen for a host of reasons. I think it also should not happen for

ethical reasons in the sense that as populations grow, and in Canada we need to continue to grow in order to maintain economic competitiveness, we have to collectively turn inwards and look at our cities and look for opportunities to build more intensively wherever we can,” he explained.

“So, the jump from large acreages to smaller townhouses is actually a natural evolution and almost a fair share of our responsibility in the region. I think it’s also inevitable because of those pressures. So you

want this to happen in a deliberate way and participate in its happening, rather than hold out and be forced to change quickly when the pressures of the real estate market become so intense you end up having to sell and you have no control over what happens.”

On the topic of the Southlands, Senbel said he studied the proposal put forward by the Century Group and found it to be one that effectively integrates agricultural areas with residential.

“It’s not so much how

residential development might infiltrate agricultural lands, it’s also how we’re going to have agricultural functions infiltrate into the cities. So here’s a project that attempts to explore what that might look like and it’s a lot easier to do when you have a green field to develop on, to have agricultural land part of the urban form.”

Delta CAO George Harvie will present a new area plan for council’s consideration in a few months.

That plan will also go to a public hearing.

Homeowners get reprieve as TransLink seeks cash TransLink will dig into Deltans’ pockets to help pay for the Evergreen Line one way or another.

That reality was made all the more clear last Friday when Metro Vancouver’s board of directors called on the transportation authority to find “sustainable funding sources” for transportation

improvements with initiatives such as vehicle and hydro levies, rather than simply through increased property taxes.

The board was to have voted Dec. 9 on TransLink’s request to raise property taxes to fund the $1.4-billion SkyTrain line into Coquitlam, but provincial Transportation Minister Shirley Bond last week granted an extension

so alternatives could be explored.

While South Deltans continue to deal with a congested and outdated George Massey Tunnel, TransLink’s proposal to fund the Evergereen Line through a regional tax hike, which would have come into effect in 2012, would have resulted in a property tax hike of around $50 for the average Delta home.

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A Metro staff reported warned, “Continued increases in the property tax is neither sustainable in the long-run, given the wide range of local and regional infrastructure and services that are beholden to the property tax, nor do they have a nexus with shaping and managing transportation demand.”

After TransLink first presented its plan, Mayor

Lois Jackson, who chairs the Metro board, told the Optimist, “My experience is once you have a tax imposed, it’s not going to diminish.”

Bond gave TransLink and the regional district three months to work out an alternative to the property tax proposal.

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A04 The Delta Optimist December 1, 2010

Local gov’t unites to battle global issues

Mayor at world congress in Mexico to discuss climate change and solid waste with international colleagues agement and participated in a climate change initiative leading to a voluntary agreement now known as the Mexico City Pact.

The pact calls on cities to develop and implement climate action plans that promote local laws and initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Jackson, in her role as mayor of Delta, along with mayors from 135 cities, signed the pact and is encouraging other Metro Vancouver municipalities to do likewise.

“At its core, the Mexico City Pact reflects the ever growing importance of cities in coming to grips with, and acting to solve, the impact of greenhouse gas emissions on our planet,”

Jackson said. “By joining with other local government around the world, we can forge the kind of international alliances necessary to combat climate change, as well as other pressing issues that impact local governments.”

Collaborative international efforts to more effectively manage solid waste are an example.

“It is clear that Metro Vancouver’s ability to limit waste generation — the number one priority in our new waste management plan — is constrained by practices, such as product design and packaging, that have international implications and so require international attention,” said Jackson.

“Given the wealth of expertise and best practices that already exist around the world, including those developed here in Metro Vancouver, we proposed to the UCLG that it support an international collaboration that would compile and share research and proven strategies on sustainable management of garbage.

“I am very pleased to report that our action-oriented proposal was well received by delegates to the congress, and will be included on the agenda for UCLG’s incoming executive bureau next spring.”

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Jackson, chair of the Metro Vancouver board, and director Derek Corrigan recently returned from the United Cities and Local Governments World Congress in Mexico City (both were re-elected to the organization’s world council), where they represented Metro Vancouver in panel and plenary discussions, submitted a proposal related to sustainable waste man-

December 1, 2010 The Delta Optimist A05

Greenhouse gets approval to house 128 migrant workers

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Fire extinguisher maintenance calls turn out to be work of a fraudster BY

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Delta police are warning local businesses this week of a potential fraudster working in the area.

The unknown man enters the business and falsely identifies himself as a fire extinguisher maintenance

person and seeks to provide “maintenance” for the onsite extinguishers.

After obtaining the fire extinguisher, he leaves the store briefly and returns with an invoice for the work, usually charging between $20 and $45.

The suspect is described as 5’6”, heavy set with

short brown hair and wearing dark coloured clothing and jeans.

He has been seen in the 5100-block of Ladner’s 48th Avenue.

Police have received two similar reports from businesses in the Ladner area and officers are working to locate and arrest the man.

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The greenhouse on 64th Street in East Ladner asked to add 16 factory built housing trailers to accommodate 128 workers from out of the country.

The current agricultural zoning in Delta permits migrant farm worker housing for up to 130 workers per farm, without rezoning, provided certain conditions are met. One of the conditions is that landowners enter into a restrictive covenant with the municipality to ensure the housing is used in accordance with the provisions of the zone and is removed when no longer needed for its intended purpose.

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Delta is hoping to obtain federal funding to pay for much-needed improvements at the Delta Museum and Archives.

The lack of accessibility for the elderly and physically challenged has long been a complaint about the museum building in Ladner Village.

Sean McGill, Delta’s director of human resources and corporate planning, said the municipality is applying for a grant from a federal program aimed at funding projects that improve accessibility for people with disabilities.

The first phase of the funding would be a grant of up to $75,000 for the design, which would likely include an elevator at the museum as well as levelingoff floors within the facility.

The second phase would be for the construction.

Those grants are anywhere from $500,000 to $3 million.

Little has changed with

the museum building that was built in 1912 and for a long time acted as Delta’s municipal hall. The museum officially opened there in 1969.

A report by a consultant hired by Delta’s parks and recreation department three years ago concluded it would cost about $2 million to properly upgrade the building. At the time, parks and recreation director Ken Kuntz explained in a memo to Delta council there was no money for such an undertaking.

Executive director Mark Sakai told the Optimist that full accessibility has been a lingering issue that hopefully will be resolved with federal money.

“The stairs are a barrier, there’s no question about it,” he said.

“Obviously we’re pleased the corporation (of Delta) has made an application for these funds and we’re hopeful it will come through.

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in the new year, but, of course, the museum is still in the situation it’s always been.”

Despite its drawbacks, Sakai said, there’s tremendous benefit in having a museum in a heritage building.

The museum’s archives currently located behind the main museum building will be soon FILE PHOTO relocated to the Constructed in 1912, the Delta Museum new municipal and Archives building isn’t easily accessible archives facilfor the elderly or physically handicapped. ity at the former courthouse the museum, it’s not clear at adjacent to municipal hall. this point what will become Delta received an infraof that space. Sakai said structure grant from the that will likely be deterfederal government for that mined during the design project, a climate-controlled phase of the upgrade. facility that will better preDelta has managed to serve precious historical secure millions in stimulus documents. funding from senior governOnce the archives moves ment for a series of local from the less than flattering projects, including the new building attached behind archives, over the past year.

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Thanks to new provincial legislation, drivers caught at CounterAttack roadblocks will face stiffer penalties.

Rough ride for new rules Criticisms and uncertainty greet province’s stiffer impaired driving penalties BY

JESSICA KERR

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Since Sept. 20, B.C. drivers who get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol have faced the toughest penalties in the country, measures that have garnered both praise and criticism, to say nothing of creating a whole lot of uncertainty.

The new penalties have been called bad for business, have been slammed for giving police too much power and have left people wondering exactly how much they can drink if they’ve got to drive home.

In the first 30 days of the new penalties, drivers across the province were issued 500 warnings, 800 failures and had 1,700 cars impounded, prompting a backlash on several fronts.

Many people have changed their behaviour and either stopped going out to bars, pubs and restaurants or curbed their alcohol consumption while out for the evening.

Drinking establishments have been vocal about the effect it’s had on business and the lengths some have had to take to make it easier on their customers.

Bob Irwin, general manager of The Landing Pub in Ladner, said the impacts have been severe. He estimates business is down 20 per cent with many people just staying away or choosing not to drink when they visit.

Irwin said the pub recently decided to start offering

a taxi service for customers.

It bought a van and hired two drivers to ferry passengers to and from the Trunk Road establishment at no charge.

In Tsawwassen, Shelley Metrow, managing partner at the Rose and Crown, said she’s seen a nine per cent drop in business since Sept.

20. She said she thinks the pub’s central location has helped as many people are able to walk.

In an effort to keep customers coming, Metrow said she’s been trying to play up more daily specials and events. As well, the Rose and Crown offers meal specials and free nonalcoholic drinks for designated drivers. It’s also been giving customers coupons for cab rides home.

“Without a doubt, people are drinking less,” she said.

Some critics have said the new legislation gives police officers too much power, making them judge and jury at the roadside.

“This is not the case,” said A/Sgt. Kevin Jones, who supervises the Delta police department’s traffic unit.

Any driver subject to the new penalties has the ability to have their punishment reviewed by an independent body of adjudicators at the Office of the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles, Jones said, adding any driver asked to give a breath sample can request a second test using a different device.

Earlier this month,

Solicitor General Rich Coleman announced he wants to see police officers lighten up in the way they apply the new penalties and that, after two months in action, “it is timely for the province to examine the new rules to ensure they are working effectively.

alties but also leaves the citizen no access to the courts for an appeal. The Office of the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles is no substitute for a court of law.

“And the fact the police are justifying their extraordinary discretion in that manner is a cause for con-

“We all share the goal of safer streets, but I do think the penalties are having unintended impacts.”

MLA Vicki Huntington

“What has become increasingly clear is the need for more public education, so that British Columbians can make well-informed, responsible decisions, and for police to consider the discretion available to them around impounding vehicles,” Coleman said.

Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington agrees.

She said at first she was in favour of the stiffer penalties and supported the amendments to the Motor Vehicle Act, but has had a change of heart since the new penalties have been put into practice.

“We all share the goal of safer streets, but I do think the penalties are having unintended impacts,” she said.

Huntington said she is concerned “with a law that not only gives police the discretion to seize property and impose significant pen-

cern in itself,” she said. “I believe the limits are appropriate and should remain intact, but I also feel that a review of the administration of the penalties is in order.”

One of the big questions on many people’s minds is how much can they drink and stay under .05? It’s not an easy one to answer.

Alcohol affects different people in different ways and there are many factors that can contribute to a person’s blood alcohol content. Body weight and type is a big factor. Basically, a lighter person will be more affected by a given amount of alcohol than someone who weighs more.

However, it’s not just about the numbers on the scale. Alcohol is attracted to water, so in people with the same weight, a person with more muscle will be more affected than someone with a higher percentage of body fat since fatty tissue does

not contain much water and will not absorb much alcohol.

Food consumption is also a factor and eating while consuming alcohol can slow the affects of alcohol on the body.

Another factor that impacts blood alcohol levels is the rate at which the body metabolizes alcohol.

It varies from person to person, however, experts say most healthy people will eliminate .5 ounces of alcohol an hour. The body’s ability to metabolize alcohol slows with age.

Jones said it’s not so much about the number of drinks someone has but the alcohol content of the drink.

For example, a standard glass of wine (five fluid ounces or 148 millilitres) and a standard bottle or can of beer (12 fluid ounces or 350 ml) at five per cent alcohol, contains roughly half an ounce of alcohol, while a martini or mixed cocktail can contain as much 1.5 ounces of alcohol.

Jones wants to get one thing clear — the laws in B.C. have not changed.

Drivers caught with a blood alcohol content of .05 have been subject to penalty, usually a 24-hour driving suspension, since 1977.

What has changed, he said, are the penalties for those drivers caught with a blood alcohol level of .05 or higher have increased and continue to increase for chronic impaired drivers in an effort to reduce recidivism, something the previ-

ous penalty system failed to address.

Drivers caught in the “warn” range — a blood alcohol level between .05 and .09 per cent — will face an immediate threeday driving ban and vehicle impoundment, a $200 fine for the first offence and a $250 driver’s licence reinstatement fee.

Getting caught a second time in the “warn” range within five years will garner a seven-day ban and impoundment, a $300 fine and the $250 reinstatement fee. Drivers caught a third time in five years in the “warn” range are subject to a 30-day driving ban and impoundment, a $400 fine and the reinstatement fee.

They are also automatically required to have an ignition interlock device, which tests a driver’s breath for alcohol every time they operate their vehicle, installed at a cost of more than $1,700, and to participate in the Responsible Driver Program at their own cost.

Drivers who blow a “fail” — which indicates a blood alcohol content of 0.10 or higher — face an 90day driving ban, a 30-day impoundment, a $500 fine plus the licence reinstatement fee, as well as being required to install the interlock device and take the driver program.

The future of the new penalties remains to be seen, however, the province and police urge people to look for alternate transportation if they plan to drink.

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MURPHY’S LAW I’m having a difficult time buying Carol Berner’s remorse.

The woman found guilty in the 2008 crash in East Ladner that killed fouryear-old Alexa Middelaer and severely injured the little girl’s aunt, Daphne Johanson, is now out on bail pending her appeal. Berner is appealing both her conviction on four driving charges and the 30-month sentence she received in Surrey Provincial Court almost three weeks ago.

Before I go on, let me say Berner is well within her rights to pursue whatever avenues are open to her through our legal system and she’s simply the latest in a long line of people to do so. That doesn’t, however, make it right.

“If there was anything I could do or say to take away your pain, I would.

All I can do is take responsibility for my actions.” Those words were uttered just a few weeks back as Berner made a teary address to court and, in particular, Alexa’s parents, Michael and Laurel Middelaer, at her sentencing hearing.

Forgive my lack of compassion, but at the time I remember thinking they were rather hollow given she had put the Middelaers through a heart-wrenching, four-week trial during which time her lawyers did all they could to minimize her culpability, followed by the aforementioned, and extremely emotional, sentencing hearing. It was hardly the behaviour of someone supposedly taking responsibility for her actions.

Now, with the appeal, Berner is hoping to overturn the conviction and absolve herself of all blame or, at the very least, reduce a sentence that’s already wholly inadequate. All the while she is forcing the Middelaers to re-open a deep and painful wound that will never heal.

It’s worth noting the judge felt obligated to grant bail because the appeal process would probably take longer than the 10 months Berner is likely to serve of her 30-month sentence. If she were to simply accept the judgment of the court, she’d have been out of custody before summer comes to an end next year.

Spending 10 months in jail for causing the death of a child is apparently too stiff a sentence for the responsibility-taking Berner, who will continue to work the system in the hopes her punishment can be reduced.

Berner can’t take back the decisions she made in the spring of 2008 that resulted in tragic and irreparable consequences, but she can live up to that tear-filled statement she made in court last month and take responsibility for her actions.

Surely the Middelaers deserve that much.

Voters face a number of trips to the polling station in 2011 SYLVIA BISHOP

COMMUNITY COMMENT In the liturgy of Western Christian churches, the 28 days before Christmas are called Advent and are marked by the lighting of a candle each Sunday. Four candles are placed on an advent wreath.

I have heard a church sermon describe Advent as a season of hope and anticipation as it leads to the birth of Jesus Christ.

Let’s take this noble theme of hope and anticipation, and give it a secular adaptation. Consider the political landscape. 2011 is shaping up to be quite the year for voters.

We may be looking at a federal election in the spring. I am told the first date an election could be called is Feb. 15, these things lining up with opportunities to call a vote of non-confidence.

So I imagine Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Michael Ignatieff and Jack Layton will be spending

some time in hope and anticipation of things to come. Are we facing another minority government?

Can one party prevail and form a majority?

In B.C., Liberals will be holding their leadership convention in February. As candidates roll out in the next few weeks, voters will get a good idea of what the future holds.

Are Liberals going to elect a well-known MLA who’ll carry Premier Gordon Campbell’s baggage or a no name in which they can place their hope and anticipation for another Liberal term as government? Will a snap election follow in the hope of presenting the Liberals, and their new leader, a mandate?

On the other side of the legislature, New Democrats showed strong support for leader Carole James following the November provincial council meeting. This governing body, which meets quarterly, affirmed its support with an 85 per cent in favour vote in anticipation of a win next election.

Are independents hoping their numbers swell?

But wait, there are more chances to go the polls! In November, voters will be electing mayors

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and councils province-wide.

Notwithstanding the by-elections that have occurred in many municipalities since the last civic election, every school trustee, mayoral and council seat is up for re-election.

And let’s not forget the HST referendum scheduled for September 2011. We should expect strong campaigns from the anti-HST forces and government, which will promote it, leading up to the vote.

I assume, if a snap provincial election is called, the new government will still have to deal with the referendum question.

And for six lucky Liberal ridings, a recall initiative will attempt to capture the time, attention and signature of registered voters to unseat the MLA. These recall campaigns will begin at different times and, if successful, could cause byelections in those ridings. I assume if those Liberal MLAs were unseated in a snap election, recall wouldn’t be necessary.

It’s been a long time since we have had the potential for so many elections in one year. Fixed election dates were meant to spread out campaigns and avoid voter fatigue.

So be prepared for a lot of trips to the polling booth next year.

In the meantime, enjoy Advent!

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I’ve had friends come to visit me and comment, “There is no way I’d live here with that smell.”

It’s been a consistent nuisance even after they claimed they’ve gotten rid of the smell by not accepting chicken manure. Now they want to expand the

Angels clear snow from driveway

Editor: I would like to express my sincere thanks for two “snow angels” who appeared out of nowhere and shoveled my driveway after the first snowfall.

After completing the job, they left a very cute note, complete with their names, Natalie L. and Lucy E. No phone numbers were given,

so I had no way of contacting them to say thank you.

As I am unable to do the shoveling myself, they did me a huge favour, for which I am completely grateful.

I am very blessed to live in such a wonderful community.

Thanks again and Merry Christmas.

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Editor: Re: Wawryks a popular choice, Nov. 24 I am so pleased Al and Phyllis Wawryk won the Citizen of the Year Award.

They opened their doors for a number of us when we were displaced from

our apartments here on Evergreen Lane due to the fire. They were very welcoming to me and made great breakfasts and dinners for us in our time of need.

They greatly deserve this honour.

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I complained earlier to the municipality only to be referred to Metro Vancouver, which is so far removed from this facility it couldn’t care.

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Editor: Re: Consumption tax like HST will take more money out of the pockets of the wealthy, letter to the editor, Nov. 27 Mike Anderson might like to practice what he preaches when he accuses Thomas Falcone of distorting the facts on the HST. He criticizes Falcone’s example of a “poor” consumer suffering more than a “rich” consumer when both pay the same amount of HST on a $500 appliance purchase.

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If a tax system moves away from income taxes and towards consumer taxes, the poor get poorer and the rich get richer.

Whether Anderson favours consumption taxes over income taxes or not, he should avoid berating Falcone for not having the facts straight and fabricating the facts when he himself engages in a little fact bending.

Instead, he should simply come out and admit he finds no fault in burdening the poor more than the rich.

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He might even invest some (HST-free) for capital gain and/or retirement if he is smart.

As these are mostly discretionary items, he chooses to pay more HST than he needs. Now, who would a consumption tax hurt the most: Mr. Poor or Mr. Rich?

As my little example shows, consumption taxes impact the poor more than

December 1, 2010 The Delta Optimist A11

Friendship with the Queen is just a click away BARBARA GUNN

LIVING MATTERS Yippee! I get to be friends with the Queen!

Granted, we will not be doing things girlfriends normally do. Like going on spa getaways, say, or shopping until we drop, or trading notes about our husbands.

Still. The gal’s on Facebook — as am I. And I plan on making her my friend.

“Wow,” I muttered the other day, when I read the Facebook news. “I wonder whether she’ll post pictures

of the corgis. Or Phillip’s birthday party. I wonder who she’ll tag in her albums.”

“What’s that?” asked the husband, who had his nose in the sports section.

“The Queen, silly!” I bellowed. “She’s on Facebook!

I’m going to ask her to be my friend!”

The husband looked up.

The husband, I might add, will have nothing to do with Facebook. He did not, therefore, remotely get the friend thing. He did not quite get the tagging thing, let alone the corgi thing.

He went on with reading about hockey.

I went on to think of the Queen.

The Queen, it seemed

to me, would have status updates not at all resembling my own.

My status updates are pedestrian, to put it mildly.

I say thinks like: “TGIF!” Or: “Haven’t started the Christmas shopping yet!

LOL!” The Queen, I imagined, would post updates, well, decidedly more regal than my own. “Having the crown polished this weekend,” she might say. Or: “Immensely enjoyed my stay at Balmoral this past Tuesday.”

As I say, we’re different, the Queen and I, and we

won’t be Still. I don’t normal gal “Wow,” I muttered think for a pals. the other day, when moment she’ll Still. I reply. The I read the Facebook Queen, let’s imagined us chatting. news. “I wonder face it, is a Live. pretty popular whether she’ll post I would woman, and pictures of the corgis. is likely to get ask about William 1.5 million Or Phillip’s birthday and Kate. or party. I wonder who friends, I’d ask at least three she’ll tag in her what she times more does with than me. She albums.” all those is, after all, flowers she a tad busier gets. I might ask her — just than I am, even when you maybe — whether she ever account for the fact I have wears the same hat twice. to buy my own food and

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I don’t spend four hours a day doing walkabouts.

Heck, I do other things.

Like lying about. And washing clothes.

And logging on to Facebook.

“This is so cool,” I said to myself, given that the husband wasn’t listening.

The husband looked up, shook his head and turned the page. He didn’t understand what he was missing.

Poor dear will never have royal pals. He’s such a common man.

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“This is the third year we’ve organized this community event which is held outdoors, in the courtyard close to RONA, to really embrace the winter season,” said BIA executive director Ana Arciniega. “The event is free and people are encouraged to bring a donation of food or an unwrapped toy in support of Deltassist.”

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Wellbrook Winery is marking the holiday season with lights and music at the Magic of Christmas.

There will be a choir night on Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. with the Devon Gardens Children’s Choir and Delta Sings scheduled to perform.

Customer appreciation nights will be held on Fridays and Saturdays, Dec. 3, 4 and 10, 11, from 6 to 9 p.m.

There will 10 per cent off all regular priced items (not including custom gift baskets) and free wine and Bremner’s Juice tasting.

Those who attend are encouraged to bring any non-perishable food items for the South Delta Food Bank.

The winery is located at 4626-88th St. Call 604-9461868 or visit www.wellbrookwinery.com for more information. *** The Delta Hospital Foundation last week announced the addition of some new staff members.

Jackey Zellweger has been named events co-ordinator and Lacey Hayes has been named Jackey communica- Zellweger tions co-ordinator.

“The foundation is very excited to have both Jackey and Lacey Lacey on board,” Hayes said executive director Teresa Cooper. “Both have exceptional strengths in their specialties that will really add to our events and public relations.”

Zellweger previously chaired Ladner May Days sponsorship committee and is now the co-chair of May Days community committee. She also volunteers on Delta Gymnastics’ Kids First campaign.

Hayes joins the foundation after previously working with VANOC for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. She also worked as a media and public relations co-ordinator for the Terry Fox Foundation. *** Delta Chamber of Commerce events and pro-

motions manager Amelia Vine has accepted a new position at the B.C. Chamber of Commerce as Amelia co-ordinator Vine of chamber development and services.

In her new role she will be working to increase the relationships and support of member chambers of commerce and boards of trade across the province.

Vine leaves the Delta position she has held for more than four years on Friday, Dec. 10.

“Amelia has made a significant contribution to the Delta Chamber,” said executive director Peter Roaf. “She has brought a great sense of vitality and good humour to our office and our membership. She will be missed.” *** A local personal trainer is offering a special promotion to her clients and gathering some much-needed donations for the South Delta Food Bank.

Cara Thien, a Tsawwassen personal trainer and fitness competitor, is offering a free 30-minute session to the friends and family of her current clients on Dec. 11. In return, she is asking for non-perishable donations for the food bank.

For more information visit www.carathien.com *** Raincoast Trading, a Delta-based sustainable canned seafood company owned by a fourth generation fishing family, has learned some valuable lessons as it competes against industry goliaths to get its products on store shelves.

One lesson: social media is a valuable tool to boost business and engage with customers.

Going up against big brands is not an easy task but owner Mike Wick has managed to do so successfully and expand retail distribution across North America.

Last week Raincoast launched a social media contest — www.raincoasttrading.com/contest.php — to win a year’s worth of sustainable seafood for two.

Winner will be announced Earth Day next April.

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The 'Wake Up Santa Party' at the Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall

Saturday, December 4th Schedule:

10 am SHARP • Wake Up Santa 10 am - 12 noon • Visits With Santa • Christmas Cartoons • Arts & Crafts Tent • Sublime Art Supplies Coloring Station • Tsawwassen Library Gingerbread Walk

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December 1, 2010 The Delta Optimist A19 Coming Events

In Spirit of the

Clubs & Groups

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◆South Delta Newcomers & Alumni meetings are usually held the third Thursday of each month at 7:15 p.m. in the Kiwanis Longhouse, 1710-56th Street, Tsawwassen. The club is for all women who have moved to Ladner, Tsawwassen or Point Roberts, to introduce you to the community and help you make new friends.

Join us Thursday, Dec. 2 at our Black & White with a Touch of Sparkle Dinner.

For tickets call Charlene before November 27 at 604940-9466. ◆Celebration of Life – During this season of celebration and reflection, we invite you to place a dove on the tree in honour or memory of someone dear from Dec. 6 to Dec. 23 at the Centre for Supportive Care (4631 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Ladner) Mondays 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., TuesdayFriday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 604-948-0660 for more information. ◆A free introductory Taoist Tai Chi(TM) class will be held Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Ladner United Church, 4960-48th Ave. See www. taoist.org or call 604-6816609 for more information. ◆An SDSS post secondary evening mini-fair will be held in the gym on Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to meet representatives from B.C. universities and colleges. This is the time to collect guidebooks, find out what you need and make your plans.

Everyone is invited. ◆Ursula Easterbrook will share photos from her trip to Antarctica at the Tsawwassen Library on Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Along the way, Ursula saw scores of pen-

guins, countless icebergs, glaciers, ice floes, mountains, whales, sea lions, elephant seals, and reindeer. ◆Join the Delta Nats for our December meeting. Photographer Ron Long will speak on Pink Mountain. Ron’s talk will discuss the area’s birds and animals and especially the plants and their fascinating adaptations to an extreme environment. The presentation will be held on Monday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at Cammidge House in Boundary Bay Park.

Everyone welcome. No cost. Call Joanne at 604946-2240. ◆The Ladner Badminton Club has started up with Youth Drop-in Badminton that runs every Monday from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. at the Ladner Community Centre. The drop-in fee is $2. Please bring your own racket and proper shoes.

If you have any questions, please e-mail ladnerclub@ hotmail.ca. ◆Ladner United Church, 4960-48th Ave., invites you to come and enjoy a Quiet Place in this busy season.

Breathe, relax, slow down with an hour of quiet music, candlelight and calm in our sanctuary on Tuesday, Dec. 14 from 7 to 8 p.m. ◆Welcome to the coming 2011 Delta Photo Club season. We offer seminars, guest speakers and critique evenings. Contact escape2ocean@yahoo.ca for more details. Season’s Greetings and best wishes to our 120 members currently coming to KinVillage on Wednesday evenings 7:30 to 9:30 (lots of field trips and events planned too). ◆The fall and winter wheelchair dance program is underway at KinVillage Community Centre, 543010th Ave., Tsawwassen.

Coming Events The group meets alternate Fridays. Wheelchair users of all abilities are welcome as are volunteers. Call 604862-8761. ◆Supportive Care - for people with cancer, other life-threatening or progressive illness and those who are grieving: Relaxation Group (Drop-in Tuesday at 10 a.m.), Bereavement Walking Group (Drop-in Wednesday at 10 a.m.), Caregivers Group and Grief Groups. Call the Centre for Supportive Care at 4631 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Ladner, at 604-948-0660 for more information. ◆The Canadian Federation of University Women South Delta meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at Royal Oaks Clubhouse, 1100-56th St. at 7:15 p.m.

With monthly guest speakers and interest groups, the club is dedicated to the promotion of education and improvement of the status of women. New members are always welcome. Call Cheryl at 604-943-4634 or Anna at 604-943-0042. ◆Do you want to gain confidence in public speaking? Do you want to learn leadership skills?

Ambassadors Toastmasters Club meets twice a month in Tsawwassen.

For more info, see: www.

AmbassadorsToastmasters. org. ◆An RAOB GLE Buffaloes group has formed locally and is looking for new and old members. Contact Jeff at 604-946-4794. ◆Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, a non-profit international women’s organization, is accepting new members.

We are of all ages and our motto is “Life Learning and Friendship.” Call Elenor at 604-943-2868 or Dede at 604-946-3119 if you’re interested in joining.

Seniors ◆Bring in the season at the KinVillage Christmas Gala, Dec. 4. A traditional Christmas dinner will be served followed by dancing to the Sentimental Journey Band. Tickets are available at KinVillage Community Centre, 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen. $27 for members and $32 non-members.

Ticket sales cut off, noon, Thursday, Dec. 2. Call 604943-0225. ◆The Delta Music Makers will perform at the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre on Sunday, Dec. 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. It costs $2 for members and $3 for guests.

There will be refreshments.

Call 604-946-1411 for more information. ◆The Circle of Friends offers social events to active seniors like movies, theatre trips, potlucks and walks.

Meet at McKee House on the last Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Call Lesley at 604-946-9180 for more information.

Special Events ◆There’s a Christmas Bling Jewelry Sale at Hospice Cottage Thrift Store 152156th St., Tsawwassen, on Dec. 2 from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. ◆Join us on Dec. 4 from 3 to 5 p.m. under the glass roof at the Tsawwassen Shopping Centre (close to RONA) for the second annual Courtyard Christmas organized by the BIA of Tsawwassen. Listen to the Delta Community and the Southpointe Academy choirs, enjoy traditional music by Victorian carolers as you visit and take pictures with Santa, decorate gingerbread cookies and more. Please bring food and toys to support Deltassist this holiday season. ◆The Cammidge House

Committee and Boundary Bay Regional Park volunteers are sponsoring their annual Visit With Santa at Cammidge House in Boundary Bay Regional Park on Sunday, Dec. 5 from 1 to 3 p.m. ◆Delta Hospital Auxiliary’s Ladner Thrift Shop presents the December Collectibles Sale on Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

It’s the last Collectible Sale of 2010 and we have lots to offer, including jewelry, furniture, china, linens, light fixtures, large vases and art works. Get there early for the best selection.

All proceeds go towards medical equipment at Delta Hospital. For more information call 604-946-1455.

Fund Raisers ◆There’s a poker night fundraiser at the Boot & Sombrero restaurant in Ladner on Saturday, Dec. 4 at 8:30 p.m. Tickets: $60 (includes first buy-in and appy buffet) and $15 (appy buffet). Proceeds go to students from Ladner Elementary for a trip to Quebec. For tickets or more info contact Laura at eljacobs@telus.net or 604-9407727.

◆Cedar Park Church is inviting the community to their Annual Music and Dessert Evening taking place on Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. with proceeds going to the Delta Hospice Society.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by calling Cedar Park Church at 604-9467410. For more information about the event visit www. cedarparkchurch.com ◆You can give a gift or own an original art piece for only $15. Original 2’x3”

Miniatures by various artists are for sale in support of the South Delta Artists’ Guild until Dec. 23 at the Tsawwassen Longhouse Gallery. For information on upcoming shows and workshops visit: southdeltaartistsguild.com.

Arts ◆Ladner Christian Fellowship Church presents Seasons of Love, an interactive Christmas show of seasonal favourites, featuring well-known singers Christine Magee, Shane Raman, and their special guest, Natasha D’Agostino.

The show, covering Broadway, pop, soul-jazz, and classical, begins at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4 at 5545 Ladner Trunk Road. Tickets: Adults - $15.

Seniors - $10. Children - $5. Phone 604-943-8094 or 604-946-4430 for more info. ◆Delta Sings community choir presents Noel conducted by John Trepp, an evening of joyful seasonal music on Thursday, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre in Ladner, on Sunday, Dec. 5 at 2 p.m. at Tsawwassen United Church and on Saturday, Dec. 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Cuthbert’s Anglican Church, 1160182nd Ave., Delta (hosted by the church’s youth group as a fundraiser). Tickets cost $10 and are available from the church office Tuesday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call 604-594-8822 or e-mail djesperson@shaw.ca.

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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In the Community

Kiwanis shoppers SUBMITTED PHOTO

Ladner/Tsawwassen Kiwanis Club members Lorne Dandridge (pictured) and Colin Haskins made their annual Christmas shopping trip to Sears in Richmond where they found 53 gifts for young teens that were subsequently delivered to Deltassist in Ladner. Dandridge is shown with Lynn Malcolm, the department manager at Sears, who has helped the service club for all the years it has been shopping there. As in past years, the Kiwanis club provided a cheque for $1,000 and Sears contributed expertise and time in the selection of gifts.

Thorp headlines show at Tsaw. Legion

Tuesday, December 7, 7:30 pm All Saints Anglican Church 4755 Arthur Drive, Ladner

Tickets - $10 Sponsored by All Saints Parish Health Ministry Tickets available at: All Saints Anglican Church (604-946-8413) Grapes 4U (in Ladner Harbour Centre) & Peter Bayley (604-946-5132)

Former Nocturnals member and current Centaurs keyboardist Chad Thorp will be featured at the Tsawwassen Legion on Saturday night.

Thorp, who lives in Tsawwassen, was an original member of the Nocturnals, a popular West Coast band in the 1960s.

The group had hits like This Ain’t Love and Because You’re Gone and performed on the popular Let’s Go TV show as well as many venues throughout

B.C. Thorp is currently with the Centaurs, another 1960s band that recently reunited with two original members.

Besides playing keyboards, Thorp is an accomplished songwriter and composer and is enjoying being back in the business after a lengthy career break, according to the Centaurs’ website.

Tickets are $10 in advance. Call Terry at 604943-0232 for more information.

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Courtyard Christmas December 4 from 3pm-5pm Tsawwassen Shopping Centre (under the glass roof by Rona)

Activities include: • Visit with Santa • Listen to Community Choirs Perform • Help Us Decorate Our Tree • Prepare Christmas Crafts • Decorate Gingerbread Cookies • Enjoy Free Refreshments • Receive Free Goody Bags • Learn About Operation Red Nose • Bring Food and Toys for Deltassist

For Details About This FREE Community Event Visit: shoptsawwassen.com Brought to you by: the BIA of Tsawwassen, 56th Street Bakery, Bank of Montreal,

Hal & June's Meats and Deli, Petra's Arts Kafé Special thanks to: the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen and the Tsawwassen Shopping Centre Merchants

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Note: Last call for drop off is 30 minutes before closing and 1 hour on Christmas Eve The Business Improvement Association (BIA) of Tsawwassen implements this community service to assist Tsawwassen commercial businesses during the busy Christmas season.

Although the service is free, we accept donations of cash, food or toys which are all donated to local charities.

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December 1, 2010 The Delta Optimist A25 Feedback

Delta has already bought new equipment, including a two-tonne dump truck and three plows, and set up a road conditions hotline in preparation for the snowy season. The Optimist asked:

It’s looking like this year’s winter will be colder and snowier than usual. A moderate to strong La Nina is predicted, meaning a cold weather pattern and higher than normal snowfall accumulation.

Are you looking forward to a colder winter?

Hayley Albus Yes and no. It’s nice when there’s snow and it would be nice to have snow for Christmas, but if you’re taking public transit, it’s harder to get around, because sometimes the buses stop.

Sharon Pinder Definitely not. I work outside.

Kathryn Shields It’s kind of a pain getting to work and that kind of stuff.

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

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December 1, 2010 The Delta Optimist A27 In the Community

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Rotary Club of Tsawwassen president Rick Lewall (left) and project chair Vicki Sangster accepted a $10,000 cheque from Peter Toigo of Shato Holdings.

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Club president Rick Lewall and project chair Vicki Sangster were pleased to accept the donation at the club’s breakfast meeting last week.

The eagerly awaited WaterWorks project is on schedule to be completed by next summer. The project includes a children’s water play area, wading pond, meandering stream with bridge and pathways that will greatly enhance the existing facilities at Diefenbaker Park.

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Paul Smith hopes to enjoy a lengthy lacrosse career and also have the opportunity to box for Canada at the Olympics BY

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One day Paul Smith hopes to wind down his lacrosse career as a member of the Ladner Pioneers. In the meantime, his dream is to represent Canada at the Olympics in an entirely different sport.

The 18-year-old from Ladner has grown up playing box lacrosse and last season helped the Delta Islanders win bronze at the Provincial Intermediate “B” Championships. For the past two years he also discovered he had another passion.

“I tried boxing a couple of years ago and just loved it,” said Smith. “I always liked the idea of fighting but really didn’t know what to do. I tried jujitsu, moitie and even judo before boxing.

“I like how the training is intense but casual at the same time. I don’t have to be too flexible or worry about ground work too. It just relates to life situations a whole lot more.”

That’s music to the ears of Ken McInnis — owner and operator of Lights Out Boxing in Richmond. He readily admits boxing has been hurt by the popularity of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) in recent years but now has a stable of promising amateur fighters, such as Smith, with room for

more.

“Amateur boxing is kind of like old school,” said McInnis who has trained a number of champion boxers over the years. “Paul tried two or three classes with me and basically got hooked on it. That’s how it usually starts.”

Smith got his first taste of live action at last June’s Provincial Bronze Gloves Tournament. It took him just a minute to win his first bout and he was wellahead in his second until a punch in the nose resulted in too much blood a TKO loss.

No wonder, McInnis was continually telling him to keep his gloves up during a Sunday night sparring session.

“I have a big nose and it’s been a target my whole life,” laughed Smith, who comfortably fights in the 160-pound weight class. “I have broken it a couple of times and the blood vessels happen to be weak. I try to keep it lubricated with Polysporin but basically I have to be a good defensive fighter (to protect it).”

After taking some time off following graduation from Delta secondary and focusing on his job, Smith is back training three times a week and is expected to fight again in the coming weeks.

“I would love to go to the Olympics one day, he

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Up-and-coming amateur boxer Paul Smith works out with coach/trainer Ken McInnis during a session on Sunday night added, “but I need to be in even better shape I’m in now and get everything on track.”

Even with a resumé that features plenty of boxing champions, McInnis’ most recognizable student is Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic. It was the Vancouver native’s rave

reviews of working McInnis that has led to hockey teams asking for group sessions. Currently, McInnis regularly trains the Delta Ice Hawks and the Seafair Bantam “A” Islanders. The South Delta Bantam “A” Storm have also recently come onboard.

“All teams do dryland

training and want to do something different,” said McInnis. “A lot of people had heard about Milan coming to our club, started to think about it, and wanted to give it a try.

“It’s not about teaching kids to be fighters but rather how the training helps all aspects of the game.

BY

MARK BOOTH

But definitely it gives them confidence and to be more aggresive.”

McInnis has room in his boxing program for new additions and, with the increasing interest in South Delta, is considering relocating his gym here.

Anyone interested can call him at 604-754-8658.

Gallagher invited to Team Canada final selection camp

Brendan Gallagher

selected for the final tryout stage — slated for Dec. 1215 in Toronto.

In 26 games this season, Gallagher is second in the Western Hockey League in goals with 22 and sixth in scoring with 38 points.

The 18-year-old took part in Team Canada’s summer

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Another exciting season has concluded for Ladner mountain bike riding standouts Brennan and Kye Walstrom.

The best athletes from around the world came to Whistler to compete at the renowned Whistler Crankworx event.

Brennan Walstrom, 15, dominated the U16 age division — winning all five events he participated. It was an overall performance that earned him the prestigious “Prince of the Mountain” award. He was in such top form that he would have beaten half of the riders competing at the pro level.

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South Delta Pee Wee A2 Storm celebrate their tournament victory in Vernon.

Pee Wee A2 Storm flawess in Vernon tourney triumph

The South Delta Storm Pee Wee A2 hockey team continued the outstanding start to its season by going undefeated to capture gold at last month’s Vernon Minor Hockey Association Tier 3 Tournament.

“The coaches are very proud with all the players so far this season. They have all made the commitment needed for this team to do well and it showed during this first tournament,” said Storm head coach Owen Pighin.

“It was a bit of gamble for us to play in tier 3 tournament as we started out in tier 4 this year. The team went undefeated in the

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Margie Negrijn

MEUCKON Laura Marion (nee Tinling) Always known as Mae Aug. 14, 1916 – Nov. 27, 2010 Mae passed peacefully in the loving arms of her family at Delta View Life Enrichment Centre in Delta, B.C. Mae began her journey in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and in her teens her family moved to a farm in Golden Bay. In her early twenties, she met her husband Peter and together, they raised their family of five while residing in Beausejour, Manitoba. Mae was employed for many years as a civilian for the RCAF Stn close to Beausejour. In her early fifties, she up-graded her education and went on to earn her diploma in culinary school.

After Peter’s passing in 1976, Mae moved to Richmond, B.C. to be close to most of her children and grandchildren. In the years to follow she lovingly helped raise her second set of grandchildren and was a constant presence in all of our lives. Mae also was very independent and made many new friends while living out west, as she was involved with various bingo clubs, bowling and the Rods & Reels Fishing Club. For the last seven years she enjoyed assisted living at Augustine House in Ladner, and very recently moved on to another wonderful facility, Delta View Life Enrichment Centre, also in Delta. Our sincere appreciation to all the staff members over these years who knew Mae and enriched her life. Our Mom and Grandma was the most amazing and inspirational person we know with her wonderfully positive attitude and hilarious sense of humour. She is the greatest example to us all! Mom, Grandma and Mae, you will be greatly missed by us all!

Our Mom is survived by her five children, Marion Fox (Gary), Tom Meuckon (Carol), Cheryl Wozny (Joe), Ken Meuckon (Lana) and Jan Naples (Paul).

Grandchildren, Shane, Dany & Jody; Cameron; Brooke, Christy & Tyler; Kerry & Laura; Kylie & Jay and six great grandchildren with a little greatgrand-daughter on the way in February! Most recently, in July & November of this year, Mae was pre-deceased by her baby brother Percy Tinling (92) and sister Margorie Bush (96).

With a tear in her eye, she said her good-bye A Celebration of Mae’s life will take place at Delta View Life Enrichment Centre, 9341 Burns Drive, Delta, (at Hwys 10 & 99) on Friday, December 3rd at 2:00 PM.

I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, and days before that too I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have is your memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part.

God has you in his keeping. I have you in my heart. Miss you so much – All my love as ever & always your son Paul.

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SALTAIRE, RAY

Passed away at Delta Hospital on November 14, 2010 after a brief illness. Born March 15, 1926 in Vancouver. He is predeceased by his wife Doreen. Ray is survived by his cousins, Velma and Lynn (Pat), brother in law Alex and wife Yvonne and his friends and neighbors. Cremation. No service by request and donations to Canuck Place Children’s Hospice foundation would be appreciated.

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PFISTER, Reinhard Paul (June 24, 1944 - November 25, 2010

Reinhard passed away at the age of 66 years at Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver, BC. He is survived by his loving wife Elisabeth Wagner, his children, Kerstin (Michael), Frank (Doris), Stefan and Peter; four grandchildren, Justin, Lukas, Rasmus and Lillith; two step-sisters, Ida and Irmgard, their families, and his stepfather Hugo Streng, all in Germany, numerous nieces and nephews and many friends.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2010 at 11:am at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, BC, with reception to follow.

Flowers are welcome.

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

(nee Marsh)

May 11, 1952 – October 30, 2010

Survived by her husband Richard, daughters Kerry and Kimberlee, granddaughters Malika and Makenna, beloved sister Kathy (Hans), brother Brian (Anita) and sister-in-law Patricia. Predeceased by her parents William and Ruth and brother David.

Caren was an excellent chef, avid gardener, world traveller and a loving grandmother.

The family wishes to thank the Irene Thomas Hospice staff as well as the ComCare staff for the outstanding care provided to Caren.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on Tuesday, December 7th, 2010 at 2:00 pm in the Reception Centre of Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Ladner, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations in Caren’s memory can be made to Irene Thomas Hospice or Habitat for Humanity (local chapter).

On-line condolences at www.deltafuneral.ca.

Delta Funeral Home 604-946-6040

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Swissport International Ltd., a leading service provider in global ground and cargo handling, has an opening for a LICENSED MECHANIC at our Vancouver International Airport operations.

Requirements: • Must be a Licensed Heavy Duty/ Commercial or Automotive Mechanic in good standing • Valid BC Drivers license and drivers abstract • Must be able to obtain Transport Canada clearance • Must be available to work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends • Must possess Canadian citizenship or Landed Immigrant status Preferences: • Propane ticket • Diesel and hydraulics experience • First aid certification We offer a starting wage of $24.00 per hour, group health, parking, uniforms, and a great team environment.

Fax your resume attn Sharon 604-207-9941 or email yvrhr@swissport.com We thank all applicants, however only those short listed will be contacted.

(September 11, 1944 – November 23, 2010)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Don. He passed away on November 23, 2010 after a short battle of sickness. Don was born and raised in Vancouver and attended Mackenzie Elementary School and John Oliver High School. Don worked at the City of Vancouver for 36 years until he retired at the age of 55.

He is predeceased by his mother Alice and father Gordon. Don leaves behind wife Lynda, sons Shawn (Andrea) and Brian (Melinda); grandchildren Nicholas, Ryan, Jorja and Mathew, sister Joan, niece Leanne, nephews Russell, Craig and Brad and cousins Allan, Janet, John, Rob, Francis and Chris.

We would like to thank Dr. Henderson, the nurses and staff at Delta Hospital for all they did.

At the wish of Don, no funeral will be held but instead a celebration will take place at the family home in the warmer months of next year.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Delta Hospital in his name.

The many people who knew Don will remember him as truly “a great guy”. He will be deeply missed. We love you Dad.

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Delta Funeral Home 604-946-6040

NOON-HOUR SUPERVISORS

"Helping to make our schools a safe and welcoming environment."

COLLIER, David Barry

School District No. 38 (Richmond) requires Noon Hour Supervisors for Elementary and Secondary schools to supervise students in school buildings and grounds during the lunch break. The shifts will be for 1.5 hours per day on those days that the students are in attendance at school.

Applicants must have experience supervising adolescents and elementary school-aged children, plus they must be able to report to any school location on short notice. First Aid and other related training such as conflict resolution or non-violent crisis intervention, would be preferred.

The rate of pay is $20.80 per hour, which includes 4% holiday pay.

Applications are available at the School Board office between 8:30am and 4:30pm. Please submit a completed application form by 4:00pm on December 17, 2010 to: NHS002-10-02

1935 - 2010

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden yet peaceful passing of David Barry Collier, with his wife by his side at home in Delta, BC. Dave was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on October 6, 1935. He is survived by his dear sister Maureen, his devoted wife Ruth, loving children, Darren (Cathy), and Sherri, grandchildren Jeffrey (Tiffany), Michelle, Amber, Ashley, great-grandson Landon, the Green family and his cherished dog Bayley.

At a young age, Dave played competitive hockey, skied and then settled into golf in his later years. He was actively involved in Darren’s sports and coached baseball, soccer and the Delta Islanders Lacrosse for several years. Dave was passionate about food, dry martinis, a fine bottle of wine and trips to Hawaii and Palm Springs. Since retiring from the BDC in 1995 he enjoyed spending time with his family. We are grateful he was able to come out for a family get-together in Vernon last July and meet his greatgrandson for the first time.

A Memorial Reception will be held at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, BC on Thursday, December 2, 2010 at 1:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Delta Hospital Foundation, 5800 Mountain View Blvd., Delta, BC, V4K 3V6.

Our sincere thanks go out to the Delta Police and Fire and Ambulance Services for showing such compassion at this difficult time.

Personnel Services, Richmond School Board, 7811 Granville Avenue, Richmond, BC V6Y 3E3

If you have submitted an application within the past six months, you need not reapply. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but only those considered for interviews will be contacted.

For more information regarding the Richmond School District please visit www.sd38.bc.ca OUR FOCUS IS ON THE LEARNER

Delta Funeral Home 604-946-6040

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EVENING DISPATCHER Well established Towing Company in Delta is seeking a fulltime evening dispatcher.

Applicant must have excellent customer service skills, a polite and friendly phone manner, must be able to multi-task, and have some computer skills. A good knowledge and understanding of the lower mainland is a plus.

Company also offers an excellent benefits package. Shifts are Wednesday to Sunday 4:30PM to 12:30AM. Resumes can either be faxed 604-940-1793 or emailed to roadway@telus.net

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All advertising published in this newspaper is accepted on the premise that the merchandise and services offered are accurately described and willingly sold to buyers at the advertised prices. Advertisers are aware of these conditions.

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Adjustable Sealy Queen Bed with frame Frame rests on 4 wheels with breaks and comes with a head board mount. The head and foot part can be adjusted separately from each other and each part has a massage feature, easily controlled via included remote control. The bed comes with Primu dreamer memory foam mattress in a Tempurpedic breathable/waterproof mattress cover. The bed has never been in contact with smoke, pets and has no damage (spillage, burns etc.).

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Dogs

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Musical Instruments

SOJIN UPRIGHT apt sized piano, cream colour, as new. $550 obo.

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★WE BUY COINS★ Ask for Albert 778-321-1752

FEMALE MALTIPOO. 2 Yrs old.

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4530 LAB PUPS, yellow, m/f, shots, dewormed, $450. family raised Call 604-701-1587 LABRADOODLE PUPPIES for sale. Family-farm raised, great family dog, low-shedding. Vetchecked, de-wormed, 1st shots. $400. 778-888-9132 LAB/RETR. PUPS:FIRST shots/ dewormed. 3 black males left.

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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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Houses - Sale

6020-01

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6040

Okanagen/ Interior

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6052

Real Estate Investment

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A34 The Delta Optimist December 1, 2010

RENTALS 6508

6505

6540

Houses - Rent

Apt/Condos

2 BR ste, Adult oriented, 2 appl, Ladner Village, incl, heat, n/s, n/p Avail Now, $950. 604-940-9434 QUIET CLEAN 1 br avail Dec. 1, Tsaw. near ammens, park like setting, carpets, References required, no pets 778-316-3401 BEAUTIFULLY REMODELLED spacious 2 BR 2 bath condo, gas fp, new stainless appls, huge sunny deck, Ladner Center, long term rental $1450, ns, pet ok, avail Jan 1st. 604-946-8710

Peninsula Property Management LADNER

Warm Family Home Great split home, newly renod interior, kitchen, bathroom.

Spacious, h/w, 2 gas f/p, 5 appl, rec room. Private westfacing backyard, close to schools and park. N/S, N/P Available Dec 1st. $2400 River House Residence Sunset over Marina & Deas Island with River and Mountain views. Beautiful executive 2 bedroom, s/s appliances, extra large sundeck, maple kitchen, granite bar, large separate liv rm & dinrm. Mst/bdrm offers f/p, 5 pc ensuite, soaker tub and dbl shower. N/S, N/P Available Now $2100

Call Doug (604) 536-0220 www.rentinfo.ca

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

LADNER 3 bdrm $1,020 incl., heat, h/w, prkg. Some pets ok. No dogs.

No smoking.

604-940-8726 TSAW. LOVELY 2 br, w/d, $1550 incl heat, FP, np, no BBQ, nr ammens. Suit Adults 604-943-6163

Tsawwassen, CASA DEL SOL 2 BDRM, $950 NOW 1 BDRM $750, JAN 1.

BACHELOR STE $650, NOW incls heat & H/W, carpets, drapes, 2 appl, 2 elevators, under ground parking avail. Please Call 604-943-8954 or 604-488-4733

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

TSAWWASSEN

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

Kelly Court

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

fKerry Court

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

Greensview

1 bedroom suite available in January with 3 appliances, carpets, drapes, u/g parking and laundry facilities. Located on bus route and close to shopping centre. For info or to view please call 604-943-7612

Shawnigan

1 bedroom suites available in a clean and quiet building.

Located 1 block from shopping mall and on bus route. Minutes from parks and beach area. For more info or to view please call 604-943-0002

Century Village and Tsawwassen Manor Beautiful complex consisting of 6 bldgs. & water fountains.

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

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

LADNER

Evergreen Lane

2 bedroom suite available in one of our four well maintained bldgs. Located near shops, school and bus routes. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets and drapes. To view this suite please call 604-946-2694

Georgia Ct/Harbourside

Affordable 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites in the heart of Ladner Village. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and hot water.

Shops and bus stop nearby.

To view or for more info please call 604-946-9268 Sorry No Pets or BBQs References Required WWW.CENTURY GROUP.CA/

6540

Houses - Rent

MacGregor Realty & Mgmt.

apts/condos

office/retail suites & partial houses

warehouses

townhouses

homestay

shared accommodation

To advertise in Rentals call 604-630-3300

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BR ste Tsaw, rec reno, near bus/ town, np, ns, $800 incl utils & cable, avail Dec 1. 604-948-0311

Apartments & Condos

FAIRVIEW 56! 4 yr old, 1000 sq ft 2 bdrm condo, granite, stainless, 5 appliances, walk in closet, in suite w/d, secure storage, secure prkg Avail Dec.15 1600.00 mnth n/p n/s refs. 604-328-2047

6508

Apt/Condos

Your local Property Manager

Darin Mould

604-505-3151 darinmould@telus.net NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS 4 BR, rec rm, 1 br down,nr school, updates,ns, pet ok, Port Guichon Avail Now $1800. 604-946-2836

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

BOUNDARY BAY, 1BR large steps to beach, shared wd, $950 +1/3utils, ns, np, 604-943-4134

6602

LADNER, BACH suite, $550 incl hydro gas, cable & wireless net, refs, n/s, n/p, now, 604-946-0577

1 BR suite, upper Tsaw. utils incl’d, insuite wd, reno, $995, refs. ns, np, Chris 604-671-2243

Peninsula Property Management LADNER

Warm Family Home Great split home, newly renod interior, kitchen, bathroom.

Spacious, h/w, 2 gas f/p, 5 appl, rec room. Private westfacing backyard, close to schools and park. N/S, N/P Available Dec 1st. $2400 River House Residence Sunset over Marina & Deas Island with River and Mountain views. Beautiful executive 2 bedroom, s/s appliances, extra large sundeck, maple kitchen, granite bar, large separate liv rm & dinrm. Mst/bdrm offers f/p, 5 pc ensuite, soaker tub and dbl shower. N/S, N/P Available Now $2100

Call Doug (604) 536-0220

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SOUTH SURREY- 15532 Madrona Dr 3 bdrm, HOUSE, quiet st, huge yard, dbl gar, 2 y.o. roof....$1,388/M CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M Call (604)812-3718 or (604)786-4663

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TSAW T/H, 3BR, 2.5 ba, 2000sf, full bsmt, 6appl, $1800, n/s, u/g prgk, Dec 1, sh/term lease, email dcgord@aol.com ..604-948-0800

6565

Office/Retail Rent

FOR LEASE

Office Space- 353sf in professional office bldg, 2nd flr, elevator & secure indoor prkg.

4840 Delta Street, Ladner.

Ph: Gertie’s Cell 604-306-4563 or email: henneken@shaw.ca OFFICE CONVENIENTLY located in central Tsawwassen. Approx. 270 sq. ft. has window. $350 per month. Phone 604-313-9109 OFFICES AVAIL (2), 2nd floor, professional building, Tsaw. $300-$450 all incl. 604-943-4379

Tsawwassen ● Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall has prime retail spaces available in various sizes. ● Windsor Woods – unit #5 – 1,057 sq. ft. ● Century Square Three Commercial/Office Spaces available 291 sq ft, 640 sq ft and 1658 sq ft.

For more information call Tina or Sandra at Century Group 604-943-2203

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM, large, Tsaw. Avail now, inste laundry, 5 appl, ns np, $850 incl utils, no cable. 604-943-3567

LARGE 2 BR with view in exec Tsaw home. sep entry, ns np, $1200 incls utils 604-943-9296

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9125

TSAW LARGE 1 br +den, 5 appl, clean, nr all ammens, $875+utils, ns, np, Dec 1. 604-250-8216

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LADNER: 2 BR main, newly reno’d. Bright, large 1100 sf. All new appls. n/s, n/p. nr all amens.

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3 BR Upper level, clean & new paint, share wd, W. Ladner, nr bus & shops, fenced front/back yard, 2 decks. Immed. np $1350+ %utils 604-946-8463/ 724-3664

9105

6602

Do Do You You Need Need to Rent Rent Your Your to Property?

3 BR Tsawwassen, upper level, 1200sf + 400sf sunny deck, nice quiet neighborhood, nr schools, clean & bright, 1.5 baths, fp, newer appls, dw, shared wd. own entry, driveway prkg, some carport storage, no garage, owner lives down & mows lawn, ns, np refs $1300+%utils, 778-848-8361

www.rentinfo.ca FURNISHED EXECUTIVE rancher, Forest by the Bay, Jan thru April $2500 mth. 604-943-5637

Suites/Partial Houses

9145

Scrap Car Removal

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9145

Scrap Car Removal

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

9160

Sports & Imports

9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

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9173

Vans

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2009 HONDA Odyssey (touring model), black, 16,000 kms, mint cond, sparingly used, incls winter tires $38,500. 604-913-1933

Domestic

2002 CAVALIER, auto, 75km, 4dr sedan, good cond, aircared, $2600, aft 6pm. 604-946-7464

9135

Parts & Accessories

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9145

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HOME SERVICES 8087 8020

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

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BLACKOUT DRAPES. Cut light 100%. Save energy. Dampen sound. Innovative fabric in 42 colors. Free est. 604-506-6230

8055

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8058

Computer Services

8090

Factory Direct Cedar Fence Panel for Sale & Installation 8291 No.5 Rd Richmond Call 604-275-3158

604-505-4735

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CONCRETE & ASPHALT

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8075

Drywall

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8080

Electrical

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Flooring/ Refinishing

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Lawn & Garden

8130

Handyperson

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Interior & Exterior

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8195

Painting/ Wallpaper Cascadia Painting

Angela Wells

CASCADIA PAINTING

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Lawn & Garden

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8160

Property Maintenance • • • • • • •

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

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8220

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

RDM ENTERPRISES For All Your Household Repairs and Renovations.

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

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Painting

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8225

Power Washing

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8255

Rubbish Removal

ROD’S HAUL-IT-AWAY

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8250

Roofing

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8295

Snow Removal

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8309

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8315

Tree Services

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8250

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