Delta Optimist January 19 2011

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Delta Secondary teacher Todd Allan took the electric shaver to Grade 9 student Cassidy Keen’s hair while fellow Grade 9 student Bailey Keith waited for her turn last Friday in the school’s gym. Both Keen and Keith got their heads shaved to raise money for ovarian cancer research and charged admission for the event. They’re hoping to raise $5,000. Keith said she felt really nervous having her head shaved in front of the big crowd and that she was shaking the whole time. Keen said it was scary but felt lighter afterwards. Donations can be made online at www.cancerevents.kintera.org/faithhopelove. Keen’s grandmother died from ovarian cancer last year and a close Keith family friend has been battling the disease for several years.

Abbott returns to woo Liberals Leadership candidate makes second local visit a week after first BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

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Liberal leadership candidate George Abbott made a campaign stop at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn Monday, his second visit to Delta South in a week.

Abbott made an impromptu stop the previous Monday in Ladner just hours after leadership rival Christy Clark was in Tsawwassen.

During this week’s visit,

Abbott, the Liberal MLA for Shuswap since 1996, held a question-and-answer session with representatives of several Delta

groups, providing responses most in the audience found quite favourable.

Answering questions from

those speaking on behalf of the Delta Chamber of Commerce, Delta Arts Council, the Delta Hospital Foundation and others, the candidate’s underlying theme was that government must listen and learn from communities.

Abbott promised to restore funding for the arts. He also assured Delta Hospital Auxiliary past president Elaine Canning he’d eliminate the HST and any See ABBOTT page 3

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George Abbott (right) met with community members, including farmer Pete Guichon, Monday in Tsawwassen.

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Family upset driver in Delta Out on bail pending appeal, Carol Berner was supposed to relocate to Vancouver Island BY

JESSICA KERR

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The family of Alexa Middelaer is upset the woman convicted in the little girl’s death is still living in the area pending her appeal.

Carol Berner, 58, was released on bail in late November just two weeks after receiving a two-and-

a-half-year sentence in the May 2008 crash that killed four-year-old Alexa and seriously injured her aunt, Daphne Johanson.

Berner’s release conditions stated she had to live with her sister in Ladysmith on Vancouver Island.

However, Laurel Middelaer said the family was told in early December by victim services that

Berner wasn’t going anywhere.

“Apparently the community of Ladysmith wasn’t very receptive to Carol Berner coming there and it was very uncomfortable for her, Middelaer said. “So she contacted the bail officer and they said she could stay in the Delta area.”

After hearing the news, the family asked the Crown

to seek new conditions.

“My son, Christian, has been traumatized by his sister’s graphic death, the scene, and carnage, and over a possible future encounter with Ms. Berner,” Middelaer told the Crown in an email.

“For the sake of the healing and progress of a 10year-old boy, I want restrictions placed on Ms. Berner.

I find it unacceptable that she can roam free and easy through our community.”

Criminal Justice Branch spokesman Neil MacKenzie said the Crown would not appeal Berner’s conditions.

“It’s not unusual for something to come up that prevents a person staying at a certain location... and for the court to give the bail supervisor discretion to

Carol Berner was sentenced to 30 months for the crash that killed Alexa Middelaer. monitor that,” he said.

Berner is expected to be back in court this summer to set a date for her appeal.

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Locals take part in ’quake drill

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Shake Out set for next Wednesday Delta’s emergency planners want residents to shake things up next week.

The Corporation of Delta and local emergency personnel are encouraging South Deltans to take part in the Great British Columbia Shake Out — a province-wide earthquake drill — on Jan. 26.

The date marks the 311th anniversary of B.C.’s last magnitude nine earthquake, said Delta fire chief Dan Copeland, who made a presentation to Delta council Monday night about the drill along with deputy chief Michel Latendresse, who also heads Delta’s corporate emergency program.

“At 10 a.m. on Jan. 26, everyone is encouraged to drop, cover and hold on as if there was a major earthquake occurring at that very moment and stay in that position for at least 60 seconds,” Copeland said.

In the event of a quake, people are encouraged to drop to the ground, take cover and hold on until the shaking has stopped.

Delta schools, the Corporation of Delta, fire and police departments, Tsawwassen First Nation and the school district have all committed to taking part in the drill. Delta Cable and the Delta Amateur Radio Society will also take part.

Businesses and organizations are encouraged to register through www.shakeoutbc.ca and then drop, cover and hold on during the drill on Jan. 26.

“The Shake Out B.C. is our opportunity to practice how to protect ourselves during earthquakes,” Copeland said.

“As with anything, to react quickly we must practice often. You may only have seconds to protect yourself in an earthquake,” he said, “before strong shaking knocks you down or drops something on you.”

While earthquakes can hit at anytime and are difficult to predict, research suggests the region is overdue for a major earthquake.

For more information about the Great British Columbia Shake Out and earthquake preparedness, visit www.shakeoutbc.ca.

Fraser Health. Abbott said having individual hospital boards may be a thing of the past but a “community connection” was still needed for “a more fulsome and robust” discussion on the issues. He suggested that perhaps hospital foundations become more of a link with health authorities.

Noting there’s no comprehensive management plan or leadership when it comes to the Fraser River, Mike Owen of the Ladner Sediment Group, which has been lobbying for dredging of the river’s secondary channels, said the system

seems broken and the bureaucracy needs to be pushed back.

Abbott agreed it’s a “recipe for inertia” by having so many bodies having jurisdiction over the river and a new collaborative process is needed.

In an interview after the question period, Abbott said he’d have his caucus visit Delta so members can better understand the area.

Mike de Jong, Kevin Falcon, Ed Mayne and Moira Stilwell are also vying for the Liberal leadership. The vote takes place Feb. 26.

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Lifelong Delta resident and community activist Doug Massey has completed a self-published book on the history of his family in Delta, The Journey & Life of George Massey and Family. Massey’s family, including his father who spearheaded the construction of the George Massey Tunnel, have not only witnessed many changes and events throughout the century but are also part of the history of the community. The former Delta councillor also included many interesteing historical photos in his book, which is available at the Delta Museum in Ladner and Albany Books in Tsawwassen.

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Delta Farmers’ Institute administrator Robert Butler told Abbott how many farms are losing up to 30 metres of land in setbacks to protect endangered species in streams without compensation.

Longtime farmer Pete Guichon then told the candidate farmers have been receiving quite a bit of “push back” from bureaucrats at the Ministry of

Agriculture when it comes to initiating joint provincial/ federal aid to help farmers hit hard by the record rainfalls.

Abbott responded the government has forgotten the Agricultural Land Reserve is not just about protecting farmland but also a social and moral program.

“When the ALR was introduced we removed any other economic chances for farmers and ranchers ...

It’s morally wrong for the government to not reach out

and help,” he said.

“We have done a poor job, quite frankly, with agriculture.”

Saying he was encouraged to hear those comments, DFI president John Savage suggested the government undertake projects to reclaim land that can be used as agriculture, especially since so much was given up for the South Fraser Perimeter Road.

Part of Abbott’s B.C. Plan includes a multi-year investment in agricultural branding and marketing to increase awareness of B.C. products; enhancing

the performance, capacity and responsiveness of the Agricultural Land Commission by bringing funding back to 2001 levels; and ensuring the province fully participates in emergency support programs for farmers through the cost-shared federal-provincial AgriRecovery program. Those commitments to agriculture come with a $15 million price tag.

Abbott was also asked by Dr. Robert Shaw, head of internal medicine at Delta Hospital, how communities can become more involved with the decision making of

A04 The Delta Optimist January 19, 2011

Civic contribution puts water park over top

Rotary hopes to have project completed by June; no money left in Delta coffers for other playgrounds BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

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Delta will honour its commitment and put the Tsawwassen Rotary Club’s fundraising drive to build a water park at Diefenbaker Park over the top, but it leaves nothing left for school playground projects elsewhere.

Delta council agreed last week to provide $130,000 in a cost-sharing arrangement with the service club, which has been fundraising to build the $275,000 WaterWorks project.

The new feature will include a children’s water play area, a wading pond and a meandering stream that passes under a bridge.

A water wheel, water elevators, weirs and benches are to be incorporated into the design, while all the water features would be push button activated.

A Delta staff report notes the concept plan draws on the history of the site, a for-

mer gravel pit, and reinterprets some of the imagery found in the Delta Archives.

The addition would be located on the east side of the park between the driveway/parking lot and 56th Street.

The water park will cost $7,500 annually for Delta to operate.

The Rotary club is hoping the project will be completed by June of this year.

The club recently notified Delta it has surpassed the 50 per cent portion of the project’s cost.

“Rotary’s always looking for community projects.

This particular project was suggested because Tsawwassen is the only community in Delta that doesn’t have a water park,” said Vickie Sangster, chairperson of the Rotary WaterWorks project, in an interview last year.

Although he voted in favour of providing the funding, Coun. Bruce McDonald noted it wipes

out the remainder of Delta’s playground equipment replacement fund for 2011, so more money needs to be put into that pot.

“It does concern me we are putting all our eggs in that basket for the entire year. Perhaps we can extend the program to some extent,” he said.

Noting two school playgrounds were recently replaced, McDonald said parent advisory committees of various other schools are diligently raising money assuming Delta’s contribution will also be there.

Supporting McDonald’s request to look for additional funding, Coun.

Robert Campbell said the school district’s reliance on the municipality to fund playground replacement shows how the district, which already has its crossing guard program paid by Delta, is seriously underfunded.

At a recent council/ school board liaison com-

The Rotary Club of Tsawwassen is constructing a water park in the southeast corner of Diefenbaker Park. mittee meeting, parks and recreation director Ken Kuntz explained the present demand exceeds the funding available for playground replacement.

The committee was told

the parent advisory council at Holly Elementary was informed its application for funding was delayed due to the Rotary project coming forward for cost sharing.

Delta CAO George

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Metro has say on Southlands’ future

It’s not known what impact new regional plan will have on Tsawwassen’s most contentious piece of real estate BY

ing units. The proposal included 42 per cent (about 200 acres) handed over to Delta for agricultural urbanism. The concept included small-scale farms and an agricultural precinct with a farmers’ market.

Delta council decided last year to return the application, citing the land being in Metro Vancouver’s Green Zone and that the regional district hadn’t completed the new Livable Region Plan.

A draft of the regional plan noted a residential capacity study showed that projected increases in population can be accommodated within existing urban areas without encroaching on farmland.

Meantime, Metro Vancouver has been working on Regional Food Systems Strategy for “a sustainable, resilient and healthy food system” that could also play a role in the future of the Southlands.

In an interview last More online at fall, Steves noted one www.delta-optimist.com idea is the creation of a farmland trust. He explained projects that The new plan doesn’t have a Green Zone. Instead, impact farmland should more specific zones, includ- financially compensate by contributing toward the ing agricultural, will be in place, and the Southlands is fund, so that farm properties elsewhere can be within the new agricultural purchased and saved from zone. development.

Delta planner Marcy “The Southlands would Sangret told the Optimist in be a candidate and all that an interview a few months South Fraser Perimeter ago that when it comes Road and the Vancouver to asking the region for amendments to remove land Port stuff would be candifrom zones, that process has dates for donating towards the Southlands and other been clarified. It’s not clear properties,” he said. if the Southlands developThe acquired properties ment proposal would meet would be leased to farmers the criteria, though.

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The debate over how the Southlands should be farmed could heat up as Metro Vancouver’s new regional growth plan moves closer to approval.

The region’s board of directors recently agreed to send a final draft of the plan, which has been years in the making, to municipalities to sign off.

Delta Mayor Lois Jackson, chair of the regional board, said the strategy will help curb urban sprawl and protect farmland, but Richmond Coun. Harold Steves, who chairs the region’s agriculture committee, voted against the plan, saying agricultural land would be threatened.

It’s not clear at this point if the new regional plan will help or thwart future development on the Southlands property in Tsawwassen.

Two years ago, the Century Group submitted an official community plan amendment application to develop the 500-plusacre site with 1,900 hous-

The Century Group’s plan for the Southlands included small-scale agriculture. as well as farm schools, said Steves.

However, the Century Group pitched its own proposal for agriculture on the Southlands, pushing the modern concept of agricultural urbanism.

According to the company, agricultural urbanism is “about reconnecting people to where food comes from and designing forms of agriculture appropriate for a wide ranging land uses from rural to the downtown core.”

It’s not clear if, or how, those ideas mesh with the region’s growth plan or food strategy.

No longer in the Agricultural Land Reserve, the Southlands is zoned by Delta as agricultural and designated as such in the current area plan.

A new Tsawwassen Area Plan will be presented this year and it’s likely the recommendation will have the property retain its current designation.

However, that won’t alleviate what could be a uncertainty about what may end up taking place on the property.

If approved, the new area plan wouldn’t prevent property owner Sean Hodgins from coming forward with

his application, or something modified involving urban agriculture, at some point in the future. It’s not known at this time if that will happen.

In a recent interview, Hodgins said he’s not sure what’s in store, but currently has no plans to come back with a development proposal.

It’s also possible he could scrap the idea of agricultural urbanism in favour of some other form of farming activity, something he hinted at in the interview.

He noted one option is for him to try going into farming “in a big way.”

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INDUSTRIES LTD. – LU006140) BYLAW NO. 6917, 2011 FOR 8232 AND 8266 92 STREET

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the Regular Council Meeting to be held on MONDAY, JANUARY 24, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at the Municipal Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C., the Council Chamber, Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will consider third reading and final adoption of “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977 Amendment (Buckingham Industries Ltd. – LU006140 ) Bylaw No. 6917, 2011” which relates to the properties at 8232 and 8266 92 Street as shown outlined in bold and marked “Subject Properties” on the map below.

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The purpose of this bylaw is to rezone the subject properties from Comprehensive Development Zone No. 393 to I2 - Heavy Industrial.

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Pursuant to Section 890(4) of the Local Government Act and Council’s resolution on January 10, 2011, there will not be a Public Hearing for this bylaw.

AND TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the bylaw, detailed maps and other relevant information and regulations can be inspected at the office of the Community Planning and Development Department, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C., (604.946.3380) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 8:00 am and 4:45 pm, and Thursday between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm, January 13, 2011 to January 24, 2011, exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays.

Staff Contact: Barry Konkin 604.946.3334 Web Location: Regular Meeting: January 10, 2011

Over 1,600 girls and women were introduced to flying last year to commemorate the centennial of licensed female pilots, Tsawwassen’s Mireille Goyer announced last week.

Goyer organized the Centennial of Women Pilots campaign and launched a website where participants could register their flights last year. The week-long international campaign saw over 200 females introduced to aviation and the

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Interested residents have the opportunity to provide written comments regarding the application at this time. Comments are to be received before 12:00 noon, January 24, 2011. Comments should be referred to: Attention: Barry Konkin The Corporation of Delta, Community Planning and Development Department 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta BC V4K 3E2 Telephone: 604.946.3334 – Fax: 604.946.4148 E-Mail: com-pln-dev@corp.delta.bc.ca

local pilot had said she hoped that figure would reach 2,010 by the end of the year.

Pilots introduced 1,647 females to aviation in 29 countries on four continents, Goyer noted in a press release. Flights were conducted in balloons, gliders, ultra lights, airplanes, floatplanes and helicopters.

Goyer also announced winners of awards in four categories: Most FemalePilot-Friendly Airport in

the World, Most Dedicated Woman Pilot in the World, Most Supportive Male Pilot in the World, and Most Unusual Introductory Flight.

“The ultimate winners were the hundreds of girls and women who discovered flying thanks to this campaign. May they fly forward the gift they received,” Goyer said.

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TED MURPHY

MURPHY’S LAW It sounds like the Delta police board is on to something.

The board’s proposal for the provincial government to create a special unit to investigate complaints against police is gaining traction — and for good reason.

Before I go on, let me say the vast majority of police officers are decent, hard-working men and women who do the badge proud. There are some in their midst, however, that act inappropriately, even criminally, and in doing so, soil the profession’s reputation and cause distrust among the public.

The latest such incident continued to play out last weekend when hundreds attended a rally in Kelowna to protest the actions of an RCMP officer who was filmed kicking what appeared to be a compliant man in the head while arresting him.

While they were there to show support for the injured man and to condemn the officer’s actions, those in the crowd were also likely concerned by what would pass for justice in this case.

The fact the Abbotsford police concluded their investigation quickly and recommended a charge of assault causing bodily harm against the Kelowna officer just an hour before the rally probably allayed some of the fears in this case, but it’s clear the issue isn’t going away on its own anytime soon.

So replacing the practice of one police department investigating another with a unit dedicated to that task seems as good a way to go as any. I don’t think it’s a case of police not being capable of conducting these investigations, given that’s what they do on a daily basis, but simply one of optics.

Should one department exonerate officers in another, the knee-jerk reaction is that cops are looking after each other. Even though the outcome might well be the proper one, given the parties involved, it’s invariably questioned.

That was the case recently when the Delta police concluded two Vancouver officers that injured a man while arresting him were acting in good faith. That decision was so well received the police complaints commissioner has ordered a public hearing into the matter.

As much as creating a specialized unit to handle complaints against the police could be viewed as a slap in the face to the men and women in blue, I think it extricates them from the no-win situation of investigating each other.

That’s not to say the public is always going to be happy with the outcomes should a separate unit be established, but at least it eliminates those allegations of police offers protecting their own.

Plenty to be annoyed at when politicians lecture about debt DAN SOUTHARD

COMMUNITY COMMENT My wife thinks I’m easily annoyed. She may be right. I could fill a book with all the things that irritate me on a regular basis. Most are small, like waiting in line at a fast food joint only to find the people in front of you have spent the last 10 minutes texting rather than looking up at the menu and have no idea what they want when their turn finally comes. The larger irritants in my life generally come from government and media.

Two things that have really annoyed me lately are the shockingly irresponsible and reactionary manner in which the media and politicians responded to the mass shooting incident in Tucson, Arizona, and the recent lectures from Prime Minister Stephen Harper, and several other prominent government officials, chastising us Canadians for holding too

much personal debt and too few savings.

I’m not sure which annoyed me more, but given that this column is titled “Community Comment,” I guess I should focus on the latter.

It’s a Canadian story, and we’re all part of same community in a kumbaya kind of way.

Undoubtedly, there are people who make poor financial decisions, like taking out a second mortgage to buy a $70,000 car. However, being lectured about debt and savings by prominent members of government is like having a bully grab your arm and flail it against your face while yelling, “Stop hitting yourself, stop hitting yourself.”

Currently, our collective governments take 60 per cent of the average Canadian’s salary in taxes, fees and other creative cash grabs. Is it any wonder personal debt is up and savings are down? How are people expected to save money while covering their living expenses, and maintaining the standard of living that helps keep our economy afloat, on 40 per cent of their income? Are our politicians that pennywise? Not that I’ve seen.

Granted, Harper is not wholly responsible for our federal spending and debt and even less so for

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the fiscal mismanagement of the provinces. Nevertheless, he’s not above betraying his economic sensibilities in an effort to win votes.

Just look at how much money he’s squandered in Quebec. By the way, when will our political leaders finally figure out that trying to buy favour with Quebec is like looking for love in a brothel? The result is always the same: an empty wallet and a broken heart.

When it comes to matters of financial management, Harper, and almost every other Canadian politician, should sheepishly go hide in the corner rather than boldly preaching from the podium.

Compounding the irritation factor was the way most media commentators simply ran with the story as presented by the government, apparently oblivious to the inherent hypocrisy and audacity of Harper’s comments.

I was sure it would at least spark some discussion about the role government has played in the weakening of Canadians’ financial security, and the potential longterm consequences. Instead, all I heard were a few anti-consumerism rants.

All in all, a very annoying way to start the year.

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The idea that teachers who excel ought to be recognized and rewarded financially has some merit but more important to me is how to eliminate or reduce the influence of those teachers who do little more than show up, groan through a lesson and then dismiss the class and go home [or somewhere].

Is it possible the hiring practices of individual school districts ought to be scrutinized with a view to selecting teachers who have a proven track record or display potential to excel and less on those who barely measure up to a standard, that in my opinion, is a tad on the low side.

Bob Orrick

Corporation of Delta hired a known and convicted sex offender (and then even promoted him). What about the fact his “significant” sentence is 18 months in jail (for viewing video and photos of children one to eight years old).

I’ve lived out here for six years now, and I’m

still amazed at what many people in this town seem to get upset about.

If you’ve got the time and energy to cry about something, cry about things that are destroying our world, our planet, our humanity ... and then do something about it.

Michelle Dodds

Century Group has given a lot, but has it done enough?

Editor: The Century Group has received plenty of media attention recently in regard to its philanthropic endeavours. Acknowledgement is appropriate.

However, as Peter Munk, the builder of Barrick Gold Corp. and one of Canada’s largest supporters of worthy causes, has stated, “It is your obligation to give back as much as you have taken

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starve it until the heavy, wet snowfall brought it down; no pruning, no feeding, no care and attention.

We were one of the single-family neighbourhoods threatened by the proposed scorched earth policy brought forth by the planning department last fall.

This is how it happens: rezone it, let it be bought up by those who will allow one property at a time to remain un-nurtured and before long the neighbourhood goes the way of the lovely apple tree.

Gone.

Jackie Sterling

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The apple tree carried on cheerfully through a troupe of renters that came and went, some leaving from disgust over the property’s condition, others because we, the neighbours, were disgusted with them. The apple tree soldiered on.

Like a neighbourhood, an apple tree needs care and nurturing.

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It was split in half during the latest snowfall for a reason. The absentee landlord didn’t care.

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A10 The Delta Optimist January 19, 2011 Letters to the Editor

Drivers have become easy marks for province Editor: In the last year-and-ahalf, the provincial government, in conjunction with the solicitor general, ICBC and the various provincial and federal police forces, has launched the largest assault on drivers’ civil liberties ever seen in this province.

First there were restrictions on cell phone usage, then came a reduction in the allowable blood alcohol content, then came restrictions on speeding and most recently a greater usage of red light cameras at inter-

sections.

What is most disturbing is how these new rules are being enforced. A police officer is now judge, jury and executioner in that, if they deem, they can impound your car for a lengthy period.

This is a bit disconcerting as there have been a number of reports that citizens were not travelling 40 km/h over the speed limit nor were over the legal blood alcohol limit but still had their vehicles impounded from three to 30 days by an overzealous

police officer.

Due process has been eliminated as it is difficult to arrange compensation if, in fact, you were wrongfully charged after your car has been impounded and you have lost usage for the duration.

These attacks certainly border on what one might consider harassment since the police now are pulling people over without grounds.

I have encountered this firsthand, having been pulled over twice in the last year and been forced

to provide a breath sample.

Neither time was I charged with any offence.

The first sample was one-third the legal limit, the second one-quarter. Neither time did the officer apologize for a wrongful stoppage. In fact, the second time he was very upset I didn’t blow a positive.

One cannot fully blame these officers as they are driven by their superiors to provide quotas.

With speed limits set artificially low and more than 75 per cent of all vehicles travelling 10 to 20 km/h

Editor: The deadline for the Water in Words Short Story Contest is less than a month away and the watery tales are already staring to flood my PO box.

Where has the time gone? It feels like it was just yesterday that I received that fateful phone call from the Storytellers of Canada informing me I had won a small grant to help establish World Storytelling Day as a major cultural celebration in our community.

And what a community we have!

As soon as I began advertising the youth writing contest in the fall, it became apparent that Deltans are enthusiastic about providing opportunities for kids to showcase their creative talent and share their stories. To date, almost 20 service groups, businesses and individuals have stepped up as sponsors or community partners, not to mention all the folks who are snapping up tickets for the Feb. 24 fundraiser dinner and Nearly Neil concert at Taverna Gorgona, our main sponsor.

But we are not quite there yet.

Registration of Kindergarten students who are eligible for entry in September 2011 will take place on the following dates and times shown.

PLEASE REGISTER AT YOUR CATCHMENT AREA SCHOOL (For verification of your catchment school, please contact the School Board Office at 604-952-5340 or visit our website at http://web.deltasd.bc.ca)

B.C.’s Ministry of Education is phasing in full-day Kindergarten, to be fully implemented by September, 2011.

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eration scheme. I agree we should penalize those that are driving erratically or actually drunk, but to attack citizens that are simply driving at a safe speed or have had one or two drinks with dinner has gone too far.

It is time for the citizens of B.C. to speak out against this totalitarian initiative and vote this government out.

Let’s put our tax dollars and policing to better use and start dealing with real crime.

Joe Basso

Local story contest still in need of supporters

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over the limit at any given time, we are easy pickings for the officer who is now expected to fill a quota on every shift.

It seems the new criminals in B.C. are not the rapists, murderers or drug dealers but those that own and operate automobiles.

There appears to be all-out war on honest, upstanding, tax-paying citizens and not those that are the true criminal element.

It is clear the governing bodies have pushed too far with their recent, and very transparent, revenue gen-

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A child may be registered to attend Kindergarten in September 2011 if his or her fifth birthday occurs on or before December 31, 2011.

At the time of registration, the following documents must be provided: 1. Proof of birth date for the student (birth certificate or passport) (registration will not be accepted until proof of birth date is received) 2. Proof of citizenship for both the parent and the student (Canadian birth certificate, citizenship card, passport, landed immigrant document, permanent resident card) 3. Immunization record, Care Card, medical and emergency contact information 4. Proof of Residency (Property Taxes - current receipt, purchase/rental agreement or rental receipt)

We are still in need of prizes for the 12 young storytellers who will take the stage on March 20. We also need a few more door prizes and silent auction items for the fundraiser dinner on Feb. 24.

And, there are still a few free display tables available for groups that provide arts, literacy or educational services to youth and families.

The displays will be set up in the lobby of the Genesis Theatre at the World Storytelling Day event on March 20, which will run from 2 to 5 p.m. We could also use a few good volunteers at that event to help behind the scenes.

So as Delta’s kids are madly working to meet the Feb. 15 deadline, I encourage anyone who wants to get involved as a volunteer or sponsor to get in touch with me as soon as possible at waterinwords@agentstory.net. Details are also available at www.agentstory.net.

Or drop by Taverna Gorgona and snap up your tickets for the Nearly Neil fundraiser.

Laura Thomas Storyteller & Water in Words Event Manager

Exchange rate in Point unnecessary now that Canadian dollar is at par

Parents should be aware that students may be required to attend a school outside of their usual attendance area if class enrolments exceed 19.

Application forms for French Immersion are completed separately and are available at all elementary schools. Completed application forms for entry into Early French Immersion should be delivered only to the French Immersion school in your attendance area on or before 4:00 pm, Friday, February 4, 2011. Successful applicants should register their child(ren) at the school indicated in the confirmation letter. Registration procedures will be as described above. For more information on French Immersion Parent Information Meeting nights, please visit our website at http://web.deltasd.bc.ca/programs/frimm, or contact Christine Carriou at ccarriou@deltasd.bc.ca or 604-952-5066.

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NON-CATCHMENT AND NON-DISTRICT APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT DISTRICT SCHOOLS COMMENCING FEBRUARY 1, 2011 AND WILL RECEIVE PRIORITY IN THE RESPECTIVE CATEGORY IF RECEIVED PRIOR TO MARCH 4, 2011.

Editor: Point Roberts business owners have turned a blind eye for some time to the fact the loonie and the greenback have been at or very near par.

The grocery store brags about the two per cent exchange it charges; Chevron charged a relative five per cent exchange; and USA Gas charged me $2.11, or 5.5 per cent, on a

$2 purchase.

The clerks parrot their bosses’ inane and ignorant excuses for this lack of parity, assuming, of course, that everybody from north of the 49th parallel is denser than Canadian cheddar.

And God only knows what this 5.5 per cent gouging climbs up to if you let the credit card companies do your arithmetic for you.

Greg J. Edwards

January 19, 2011 The Delta Optimist A11 Letters to the Editor

Long tradition of commerce at Ladner corner also one of the attractions.

He had a large family, three daughters and two sons. Clark’s first wife, Mary, died in 1902 of “an illness of the lungs.” Clark later remarried in 1905.

In his later years, Clark accepted an appointment as the superintendent of the Delta water works in 1912. He did not build the water system, as has been sometimes claimed. That required the expertise of an engineer, Col. T. H. Tracey, in this case. But Clark oversaw the day-to-day operations of Delta’s water system until his retirement in 1950, and it was for this position that many people remembered him.

The fact that the watermains were originally constructed of wood was an endless source of problems as the wood deteriorated

Jet purchases come at expense of social programs Editor: Re: Fighter jet parts to be made here, Dec. 8 Fifty years ago, on Jan. 17, 1961, President Dwight D. Eisenhower warned the American people about the growing power of “the military-industrial complex.”

He lived in a different time from ours, but the debate over our government’s plan to purchase a fleet of F-35 stealth fighters shows his message is still relevant, even for Canadians today.

As Eisenhower might have predicted, the forces allied in favour of the F-35 program are defence firms and the military. In fact, it is sometimes hard to tell them apart, since many of the CEOs and their lobbyists are retired high-ranking military officers.

But the stealth fighters’ tremendous cost, at least $16 billion, is Canada’s most expensive purchase in history, coming at a time when the federal budget has never been higher. How

many valued social programs will have to be cut to reduce the deficit and pay for the stealth fighters? Is that what Canadians want?

Eisenhower feared the military-industrial complex’s influence would undermine democracy, but added that “an alert and knowledgeable citizenry” could check its unwarranted influence.

Some things never change.

Steven Staples Rideau Institute

Better places to spend tax dollars than on fighter jets

Editor: Re: F-35 job opportunities abound, Jan. 5 Federal Industry Minister Tony Clement mentions that $350 million have been awarded in contracts to firms making components for these fighters.

He appears to think that is money that will flow into our economy from American contracts.

I beg to differ. Yes, at

present jobs are being created for Canadians and they are being paid by American aerospace firms.

However, when these planes are built and sold back to us, it is our government that is buying these planes and our tax dollars that are being spent. Thus we are subsidizing these firms with our tax dollars and buying something that is really not needed.

I would suggest our tax dollars be used to stimulate the economy by creating jobs that build transport systems and jobs in education and health care. By spending our tax dollars in this way to create jobs, all Canadians would benefit and the money from taxes and the buying of goods and services would stay in Canada.

Louise Hudson

and had to be replaced.

Several other blacksmiths, including W. H. Taylor and T. J. Elliott, succeeded Clark in the blacksmithing business at this stand.

The building was later the home of Watt’s Electric Shop, owned and operated

by Fred Watt.

My real concern and interest here — and the

reason for writing this letter — is the future. What will be built on this lot?

We know something is in the process of being under construction here, but will it be something that fits architecturally with the historic context of the village, an attractive structure that will resonate with the first building on this property, built over a century ago?

Or will it be a modern structure making the optimum use of the available space? Will it provide a fitting backdrop to the Ladner Village Market, held every summer since 1996?

Needless to say, I hope for the former, something that will provide a stunning entry to our heritage village.

Gwen Szychter

REGISTRATION PROCESS FOR THE 2011/2012 SCHOOL YEAR Delta School District is pleased to accept applications from families and students residing within and outside of the Delta School District. We offer a wide range of learning programs for all students.

Continuing Delta Students Delta students already registered in Delta will continue for the new school year.

Delta students who wish to submit a Non-Catchment Application at a new school, must submit a new Non-Catchment Application and will receive priority in this category if their application is received starting February 1st and before: March 4, 2011.

Current Non-District students who wish to continue at the same school for the next school year, are NOT required to submit a new Non-District Application.

Current Non-District students who wish to attend a different school in Delta for the next school year, must submit a new Non-District Application and will receive priority in this category if their application is received starting February 1st and before: March 4, 2011.

New Applicants Kindergarten Students living in school’s catchment area should apply at the catchment area school on the designated registration date or thereafter.

Kindergarten to Grade 12 Students living in school’s catchment area will receive priority in this category if application is received before: June 3, 2011.

Non-Catchment area students will receive priority in this category if application is received before: March 4, 2011.

Non-District students will receive priority in this category if application is received before: March 4, 2011.

Definitions Catchment Area Students:

Students living in the catchment area of their designated school.

Non-Catchment Students:

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Non-District Students:

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PLEASE NOTE: The time and date will be recorded on all applications and registrations at time of receipt.

Non-Catchment and Non-District Applications will be accepted at District schools commencing February 1, 2011.

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famous (to some of us) on this corner.

But this corner has early history as well, that is, the late 1800s when not much was going on here. For all those years at the end of the 19th century the lot was owned by various individuals, but was never built upon.

Peter Clark, a blacksmith, was the first to settle here, erecting a two-storey structure for his business in 1902. Excellent photographs of his blacksmith shop are held in the Delta Archives, an unsurpassable resource for anyone interested in delving further into the subject.

Clark had other interests as well, for he turned the upstairs portion of his building into a gym, used for boxing and wrestling.

A public billiard room was

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Editor: Re: Work begins on former site of Johnny’s Store, Dec. 15 Regardless of who eventually becomes the next occupant of the building at 48th Avenue and Elliott Street in Ladner Village — and the item in the Optimist was unclear on that — the building itself will invariably have the name of “Johnny’s Store.”

It was ever thus, as history supersedes what occurs in present times — the thing known as “popular lore.”

The most recent history of that spot involves the Lowe family, of course, owners of Johnny’s Store, dating from 1963. Johnny Lowe came from China to Delta via Victoria in 1953.

For the next 30 years he — and most especially his flowers — would become

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And I go the grocery store and buy 42 boxes of Kraft Dinner, three crates of chicken noodle soup and six dozen cans of tuna.

I am something of a snow sissy.

You see snow sissies, of course, with overflowing grocery carts the second the “S” word is mentioned.

Never mind that in these parts, the white stuff seldom hangs around for more than a day and a half. Snow sissies tend to anticipate they’ll be housebound, not just for a week or two, but for a good five years.

“OK!” I hollered the other day. We were in the middle of dinner and watching the suppertime news.

The forecast was for flurries, beginning on or about 11.

“Let’s go!” I said.

“Now!” The husband had just started in on his spaghetti.

“We’re eating dinner,” he pointed out.

“Forget dinner!” I said. “We have to go to Safeway!”

The husband had heard this before. The husband, in fact, hears this four or five

it’s only supposed to be times every winter.

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“We will go,” he said, The bulk, I reckoned, were “when I have finished my women, women who were dinner.” abandoning their meat pies And so we did, stocking and their seafood linguines up on provisions that would and their ham and cheese omelets and putting on their last until, oh, well into the latter part of 2012. coats.

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January 19, 2011 The Delta Optimist A11

Public Hearing The Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will hold a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to consider the following proposed projects and related applications:

Location: 11688 82 Avenue as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 3

Tuesday, January 25, 2011 7:00 pm Council Chamber Delta Municipal Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2

Applicant: Mainland Engineering Corporation Telephone: 604.543.8044

A Council meeting is scheduled to immediately follow this Public Hearing in the event Council wishes to give further consideration to any projects at that time.

Additional Information Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports and any relevant background documentation may be inspected until Tuesday, January 25, 2011.

Municipal Hall: Website: Email: Phone: Hours:

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Project No. 3 Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU006101)

Community Planning and Development Department www.corp.delta.bc.ca com-pln-dev@corp.delta.bc.ca 604.946.3380 8:00 am to 4:45 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Thursday

Project No. 1 Application for Rezoning (File No. LU006083)

Proposal: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit to allow subdivision and development of two single family residential lots.

“The Corporation of Delta Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” Amendment Bylaw No. 6919 To amend the land use designation of the subject property from Single Family Residential (SFR) to Infill Single-Family Residential (ISF) to allow the proposed density of 22.4 units per hectare.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 6920

MAP NO. 3 FILE NO. LU006101

To amend the “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RM1 Multiple Family (Duplex) Residential to RS7 Single Family (335 m2) Residential in order to allow proposed two-lot subdivision.

Location: 5048 47A Avenue as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 1

Development Variance Permit LU006101

Applicant: Jennifer Young

To vary the “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” as follows:

Telephone: 604-218-0026

i) Section 305 by exempting proposed Lot 1 from the front setback averaging requirement and specifying a minimum front setback of 8.7 m.

Proposal: Application for rezoning to permit office operations in the principal residence.

Staff Contact: Lisa King 604.952.3164 Web Location: Regular Meeting: January 10, 2011

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 6908

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To amend the “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RM5 Multiple Family (Garden Apartment) Residential to Comprehensive Development (CD) Zone 396 in order to allow office uses, including an event management business on the main floor and a sales agency on the second floor.

Staff Contact: John Hopkins Web Location: Regular Meeting: December 6, 2010 E.03

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Applicant: Jaswant and Kamaljeet Sandhu Telephone: 604.808.0755

MAP NO. 1 FILE NO. LU006083

Project No. 2 Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU006094)

Location: 11694 84 Avenue as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 2 Applicant: Japara Development Ltd. Telephone: 778.578.0336 Proposal: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit to allow subdivision and development of two single family residential lots.

Proposal: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit to allow construction of a new single family dwelling on the subject property.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 6886 To amend the “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RM1 Multiple Family (Duplex) Residential to RS4 Single Family (610 m2) Residential in order to allow construction of a 289.2 m2 dwelling according to the density provisions of the RS4 zone.

Development Variance Permit LU005965 To vary the “Delta Zoning Bylaw No., 2750, 1977” as follows:

MAP NO. 4 FILE NO. LU005965

i) Section 636A by reducing the minimum lot width of the RS4 zone from 20 m to 19 m for the subject property.

“The Corporation of Delta Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” Amendment Bylaw No. 6909

Staff Contact: Susan Elbe 604.946.3389 Web Location: Regular Meeting: January 10, 2011

To amend the land use designation of the subject property from Single Family Residential (SFR) to Infill Single Family Residential (ISF) to allow the proposed density of 20 units per hectare.

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Any persons who believe that their interest in property will be affected by the proposed projects shall be given an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on matters contained in the bylaws and/or proposed by the applications.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 6910

MAP NO. 2 To amend the “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, FILE NO. LU006094 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RS5 Single Family (550 m2) Residential to RS8 Single Family (390 m2) Residential in order to allow the proposed two-lot subdivision.

Development Variance Permit LU006094 To vary the “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” as follows: i) Section 305 by exempting proposed Lots 1 and 2 from the front setback averaging requirements and setting a minimum front setback of 7.5 m; and ii) Section 914 by reducing the minimum special setback from the centre line of 84 Avenue from 21 m to 19.69 m for proposed Lots 1 and 2.

The Corporation of Delta 4500 ClarenceTaylor Crescent Delta BC V4K 3E2

Project No. 4 Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU005965)

Location: 7481 116A Street as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 4

604.952.3155

Staff Contact: Nancy McLean 604.952.3814 Web Location: Regular Meeting: January 10, 2011

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Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to communicate to Council in advance of the Public Hearing, you can write to: Mayor and Council 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604.946.3390 Email: mayor-council@corp.delta.bc.ca To be considered, correspondence must be received by the Office of the Municipal Clerk no later than 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 25, 2011.

Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested persons concerning any project after the Public Hearing has concluded.

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A Matter of Balance

This program will help you discover how to:

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• Assess and change your environment to reduce fall risk factors with a home safety checklist.

February 15 – April 5 – Tuesdays McKee Seniors Rec Centre, 5155 47th Ave., Ladner

Chronic Pain

This program will help you discover how to:

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February 2 – March 9 – Wednesdays Tsawwassen Public Library, 1321A 56th St., Tsawwassen

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Jane Devji, owner of Delta View Habilitation Centre, along with her sons Ali and Salim, recently donated $10,000 to the Kids 1st Campaign.

The campaign is raising money to outfit the Delta Sport Development Centre, the new home of Delta Gymnastics opening this April.

“I strongly believe that when they start young, kids stay healthy for life,” said Devji. “I have two sons and two grandchildren; I know how important it is for kids to stay busy and active.”

Devji, originally from Tanzania, added that when she was young there were

no such opportunities back home so she is fully supportive and excited about the opening of this new facility in Ladner.

Delta Gymnastics Society, with its motto “Where Kids Are First”, has a 35-year history with a mission to provide physical activity education, sport and recreational programming to as many youth as possible, so children can experience success, gain an increased sense of selfesteem, learn the importance of perseverance and determination, and discover positive life skills through gymnastics.

Physical activity pro-

grams are offered to all members of the community, from pre-school tumbling programs to competitive gymnastics and sport development training for local athletic teams.

As the new facility is double in size from the one in Tsawwassen, there is an immediate need to purchase new equipment.

Delta Gymnastics urges the community to consider a donation to support the completion of this project.

For information on how to donate, call 604-943-0460, e-mail info@deltagymnastics.com or check out a video at http://kids1stcampaign.blogspot.com/.

Traffic Advisory

Closure of the 72nd Street Tunnel (agricultural tunnel) under Highway 99 On Monday, January 24, 2011, as part of the ongoing South Fraser Perimeter Road Project, the 72nd Street Tunnel (agricultural tunnel) under Highway 99 will be permanently closed. Traffic along Burns Drive and Highway 99 will be unaffected.

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The Devji family presented a $10,000 cheque on behalf of Delta View Habilitation Centre to the Kids 1st Campaign to help equip the Delta Sport Development Centre.

For more information about the South Fraser Perimeter Road Project, call 604-775-0471, email info@gatewayprogram.bc.ca or visit the project website at www.gatewayprogram.bc.ca

January 19, 2011 The Delta Optimist A15 Business

Carrying on family business in new spot

A Lasting Legacy.

See what happens when a community comes together.

Lawlor makes move to Ladner Village this week

A lasting legacy to our hospital.

Forest for our Future will bring this community’s legacy to Delta Hospital’s front door.

Through the Tsawwassen First Nation and the Delta Museum and Archives Society, interpretive signs will be placed within the forest representing our community’s history and cultural heritage.

Janet Holmes has moved Lawlor Goldsmith Shoppe to Delta Street in Ladner Village. she’s shifting the focus of the business away from being a high-end jewelry store.

“There isn’t anything in my store that costs $750 or more. It’s all under $750. I’ve brought in diamonds, silver and gold. It’s all affordable for the general public in these tough economic times,” she said.

“You can find things as low as $20 in my store. Try and

walk into a typical jewelry store and find something for $20.”

She notes the store has expanded its selection of Pandora line jewelry and still features local artists like Shannon Cameron.

Lawlor Goldsmith Shoppe is located at 4817F Delta St. in Ladner Village.

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Janet Holmes is beginning another chapter in the history of her family’s jewelry store.

Now known as Lawlor Goldsmith Shoppe, the business was set to open at its new Delta Street location yesterday.

Holmes took over from her father Patrick Lawlor last January after he retired.

“Lots of people didn’t notice the change. But I’m hoping they notice there’s a big difference now,” she said.

The move from Trenant Park Square to Ladner Village marked an increase in space for the business, which marked its 20th anniversary in 2009.

“My watchmaker has now joined us onsite.

With the expanded room here, we’ve brought [in] another tradesman, so now we offer onsite watch repairs, onsite clock repairs and onsite engraving, which is something we’ve never been able to offer before,” Holmes said.

Holmes, who used to be her dad’s bookkeeper, said

A16 The Delta Optimist January 19, 2011 In the Community

Tim Bowling returning home to launch his latest book

Author Tim Bowling, formerly of Ladner, returns to his hometown later this month to launch his latest book, In the Suicide’s Library: a Book Lover’s Journey.

This is a nonfiction account of his love of books and reading (where even the Ladner Pioneer Library makes an appearance). The book includes subjects such as fathers and daughters, suicide, masculinity, the Internet, bibliomania, and a bit of mystery too.

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Bowling will read from his latest book and his newest collection of poetry, The Annotated Bee & Me. Bowling is the author of numerous collections of poetry, including Fathom, The Book Collector, The

Memory Orchard and The Annotated Bee & Me. He has also published three novels, including The Bone Sharps and The Paperboy’s Winter.

He has twice been shortlisted for the Governor General’s Award for Poetry and has won the Canadian Authors’ Association Award for Poetry and two Alberta Book Awards.

In 2008, he was awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship.

Originally from Ladner, he now lives in Edmonton.

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Classes will be held

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Contact Danny Stebeck at 604-946-4430 for more information or to register.

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The program is made up of 13 life-changing lessons taught by Ramsey on DVD in a fun and entertaining way.

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The 2011 Lincoln MKT offers drivers a threerow luxury crossover that delivers an optimal blend of distinctive design, interior spaciousness, technology and fuel economy.

The Ford Fusion has been a huge hit and now enters the 2011 model year with even more safety, technology and convenience offerings, including MyKey, available rain-sensing wipers and HD Radio.

Information System (BLIS), and the award winning Ford SYNC communications and infotainment system can now be integrated with the available touch-screen voice-activated navigation system. An available Comfort Package adds driver and Passenger heated seat, dual-zone automatic temperature control and heated mirrors with puddle lamps. Fusion’s exterior design gives the car a sporty, upscale appearance along with aerodynamics to appeal to those looking for a fun-to-drive midsize sedan.The Fusion 2.5 liter I-4 engine offers an EPA-estimated 34mpg hwy with 175hp and 172 ft-lb. of torque. For maximum performance the Fusion Sport features a 3.5liter V6 that has 263hp and 249 ft-lb. of torque delivered with regular unleaded fuel. New this year, the I-4 automatic models are available with SelectShift manual gear control. Front wheel drive and on-demand all-wheel drive are available on all models with a 3.0 liter or more.

Standard on every Lincoln MKT is the brand’s signature design – complete with a split-wing grille, a beveled chamfer along the vehicle’s shoulder line, a flowing cantrail that frames the greenhouse, and full-width horizontal taillamps that span the subtly curved weight-saving magnesium liftgate that adds visual character while protecting generous rear cargo space. And every Lincoln MKT comes standard with an expansive multipanel Vista Roof.

The Lincoln MKT delivers intuitive technologies aimed at making life easier for customers, including the standard Intelligent Access with push-button start, Lincoln SYNC (voice-activated, in-vehicle communications and entertainment system) and available active park assist.

Fuel efficiency comes standard on the Lincoln MKT with two engine choices: a powerful 268-hp 3.7liter V6 or a 3.5 liter EcoBoost V6 engine that delivers even more performance – 355 horsepower-without compromising fuel economy.

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A20 The Delta Optimist January 19, 2011 In the Community

Sibshops are geared to special needs siblings

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Reach offering workshops in February for kids who have a brother or sister with special needs

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Event organizer Phoebe Hamilton was checking out some of the offerings at St. David’s Anglican Church’s annual book sale last Saturday in Tsawwassen.

Many kids will tell you that having a brother or sister with special needs is sometimes wonderful, sometimes difficult and sometimes somewhere inbetween.

Sharing experiences with someone who knows how it feels is a healthy way for siblings to cope with all of those mixed feelings.

A new program called Sibshops does just that.

Sibshops, offered this February by Reach Child and Youth Development Society, is specifically for children ages eight to 12 who have a brother or sister with special needs.

It is a program where kids can connect with other siblings, have lots of fun, and learn a little more about their brother or sister’s special needs.

The Sibshops program was designed by author Don Meyer, a sibling himself who has developed

many other programs for siblings.

“Sibshops is a very successful program that is run in many communities across North America and other countries” says Yvonne McKenna of Reach Counselling Services.

“We are happy to be offering it for the first time in Delta.”

In a fun and lively recreational setting, Sibshops provides children with opportunities to discuss common joys and concerns with other siblings of children with special needs, learn how others handle commonly experienced situations, and learn more about disabilities and the services that people with disabilities require.

The outcome of a Sibshops program is to contribute to the strengthening overall family wellness.

“Sibshops are not group therapy, although their

effect can be therapeutic for some children,” adds McKenna.

The Reach Sibshops program starts Feb. 16 and runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for four consecutive Wednesdays at Reach’s Play and Learn Centre in North Delta.

The cost is $25 and preregistration is required.

E-mail caroly@reachdevelopment.org or call 604-9466622, ext.343.

More about the design of the program can be found at http://www.siblingsupport. org.

Reach Child and Youth Development Society has been providing programs to children with special needs and their families for over 50 years.

Reach Sibshops are run by a trained team whom have professional and, in some cases, a personal understanding of the impact a child’s special needs can have on a sibling.

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Are you or someone you love suffering from chronic disease or pain?

The University of Victoria’s Centre on Aging is partnering with local libraries on a pair of programs that can help.

The Ladner Pioneer Library will host the Chronic Disease SelfManagement Program and the Tsawwassen Library will be the site of the Chronic Pain SelfManagement Program.

These free workshops consist of six sessions each.

Participants will learn to pace activity and rest, manage fatigue and sleep, and introduce moderate physical activity and exercise.

Family members and friends are welcome.

The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program at the Ladner Pioneer Library will run Mondays, Jan. 24 to Feb. 28, from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

The Chronic Pain SelfManagement Program at the Tsawwassen Library will run Wednesdays, Feb. 2 to March 9, from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

To register, call the Centre on Aging at 604940-1273 or e-mail selfmanagement@eastlink.ca.

January 19, 2011 The Delta Optimist A21 Feedback

We’re entering a stretch between New Year’s Day and Easter where there are no statutory holidays on the calendar. Provinces like Alberta and Ontario, however, get Family Day in February. The lack of a

holiday here invariably leads to debate at this time of year and Liberal leadership hopeful Christy Clark recently proposed marking Family Day in B.C. The Optimist asked:

Should B.C. implement Family Day?

Claude Ayotte Yes. Things being the way they are, we don’t have enough hours in the day to get what’s really important.

We lose sight of it because we’re chasing a buck.

Heather Drake Sure. Families don’t get enough time together as it is.

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

Bob Walker Yes. I think around that time of the year, in February, it’s probably a good time to have a bit of a break.

Russ Armfelt Yes. I would slot it in a month that didn’t have a stat holiday.

Mark McDonald No. It’s just a political ploy.

Last week we asked you:

Have any leadership candidates caught your eye?

• 4.76% said Harry Lali • 16.67% said John Horgan • 40.48% said none of them.

• 11.90% said George Abbott • 19.05% said Christy Clark • 7.14% said Kevin Falcon

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◆The PAC of Ecole du Bois Joli in Tsawwassen is organizing evening classes of French for adults (Beginners Plus). For more information call PAC of Ecole du Bois Joli at 604948-7077. ◆Are you responsible for the care of a family member or friend at home or in a facility? Delta Caregivers’ Network is offering an education series and support group starting Thursday, Jan. 20 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. once a week for eight weeks. Cost is $25. Subjects covered include caregiver stress, communication techniques, role and lifestyle changes, accessing and using com-

munity resources, and legal and financial issues. To register call Laurie at 604943-3921, Frances at 604946-7131, or the Centre for Supportive Care at 604948-0660. ◆South Delta Newcomers & Alumni meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 7:15 p.m. in the Kiwanis Longhouse, 1710-56th St., 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, Jan. 20 at our general meeting. Elinor Warkentin, professional organizer and clutter consultant, will be the guest speaker. For more information please call Bonnie at 604-943-5869. ◆Do you have a way with words? Drop in and test your word power. All ages and experience welcome at the Ladner Pioneer Library Scrabble Club on every fourth Tuesday of the month (January 25, February 22, March 22, April 26, May 24) from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Delta Committee Appointments

Volunteers Needed Mayor Lois E. Jackson and Council invite your participation to make Delta a better place!

To be most effective, local government needs the input of its citizens. There are many opportunities to participate in your local government through Council appointments to serve on various committees created to address specific areas of civic concern.

There are presently several vacancies, and interested persons are encouraged to consider seeking appointment to serve in one of the following areas: • Advisory Design Panel (2 vacancies) provides advice to Council on matters related to the design and construction of building and other development within the Municipality, as referred by Council. Professional credentials are required (AIBC or BCSLA). (Meets monthly on the fourth Thursday at 6:30 p.m.)

• Agricultural Advisory Committee (2 vacancies) provides advice to Council on all matters relating to agriculture in Delta. Seeking applicants from Delta’s farming community. (Meets at the call of the Chair.)

◆A reading and workshop by donation, with author

of Carried by a Promise, Swami Radhananda of Yasodhara Ashram, will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 26 at 7 to 9 p.m., at 4768-53rd St. in Ladner.

Pre-registration is requested at 604-946-1727. Bring writing material. Take your understanding of yoga to a new level. ◆Learn about eBooks and eReaders on Thursday, Jan. 27, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library or Thursday, Feb. 3, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library.

Registration is not required. ◆The University of Victoria’s Centre on Aging is partnering with local libraries to offer free workshops. Chronic Disease Self-Management workshops are at the Ladner Pioneer Library on Mondays from Jan. 24 to Feb. 28 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Chronic Pain SelfManagement workshops are at the Tsawwassen Library on Wednesdays from Feb. 2 to March 9 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. To register, call the Centre on Aging at 604940-1273 or e-mail selfmanagement@eastlink. ca.

◆The Ladner Single Parents Support Group wishes to invite single parents with dependent children to a free dinner at the Ladner Christian Reformed Church, 4594-54A St., Ladner on Wednesday, Jan. 26. Doors open at 5:10 p.m.

Dinner at 5:30 p.m. For further information contact Tanya (778-389-0654). ◆Wear your pajamas to the library! Come dressed for bed for a half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2-5-years-old.

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.

Puppets and PJs is on Wednesdays (Feb. 2, March 2, April 6, May 4) from 7 to 7:30 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library. For more information, visit or call the 604-946-6215. ◆French language preschool, Lutins du Bois, is having an open house on Feb. 2, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 785-49th St., Tsawwassen. Call 604948-1222 or e-mail lutinsdubois@yahoo.ca. Space available for Feb 2011.

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• Boundary Bay Airport Advisory Committee (2 vacancies) provides advice to Council with respect to the operation and development of the Boundary Bay Airport and lands. (Meets bi-monthly on the second Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.)

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• Community Planning Advisory Committee (3 vacancies) provides advice to Council on matters respecting land use and community planning, and receives public input and provides recommendations on Development Permits. (Meets monthly on the first Thursday at 7:00 p.m.)

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• Environment Advisory Committee (2 vacancies) provides advice to Council on climate change and environmental considerations. (Meets monthly on the second Thursday at 7:00 p.m.)

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January 19, 2011 The Delta Optimist A23 Coming Events Clubs & Groups ◆The Knitting Sisters Group makes hats, scarves, laprobes, slippers, and baby items to donate to cancer patients, sick children, homeless and other worthy causes. Drop-in sessions at McKee House are on the first and third Saturdays of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. If you would like to help knit/crochet; donate yarn; or be a sponsor contact Alice at 604-946-3060 or agisborne@dccnet.com.

Visit www.user.dccnet.com/ agisborne for more information.

Seniors ◆Thursday Movie Matinees will be held at KinVillage Community Centre, 543010th Ave., Tsawwassen, on Jan. 20, Feb. 3 and Feb. 17.

Ticket sales start at 1:30 p.m. with the movie at 2 p.m. Tickets are $2 per person. 604-943-0225. ◆A Robbie Burns Luncheon will be held at KinVillage Community Centre, 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen, Friday, Jan. 21 at noon. Piper Lawre Henderson will address the haggis and following lunch entertainment will be provided by Rosario. Tickets are $11 members and $13 non-members. 604-9430225. ◆The sixth annual Books, Board Games, CDs and DVDs sale will be held at KinVillage Community Centre, 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen, Thursday, Jan. 27 from 2 to 9 p.m.; Friday, Jan. 28 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 29 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Donations can be dropped off at KinVillage Community Centre. 604943-0225. ◆There’s a January Birthday Lunch at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre on Friday, Jan. 29 at 12:30 p.m. Members $6, guests

$7. Chicken noodle casserole and entertainment by Ken Grambo, the Singing Pastor. Call 604-946-1411. ◆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.

Fund Raisers ◆A Kids Swap Meet fundraiser will be held at Cliff Drive Elementary, 502512th Ave., Tsawwassen on Jan. 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $1 admission. Book your table: $25 kid swap tables, $40 kid friendly business tables. E-mail kids_swap@yahoo.ca to book a table. ◆A musical fundraiser in support of the legal action against the South Fraser Perimeter Road will be held Jan. 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sundance Inn, Banquet Room, 6574 Ladner Trunk Road. Cost $25 p.p. includes steak dinner, music by Dennis Lakusta, Fraser Union, door prizes, and silent auction.

For more info and tickets, phone Anita at 604-9480139. Tickets also at Centre Stage, inside the Town Centre Mall in Tsawwassen and Black Bond Books in Ladner or by phone through Inger at 604-948-4884. ◆The United Entertainers Society is hosting a Dinner/Dance on Feb. 5 starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Sundance Banquet Hall, 6574 Ladner Trunk Road.

The evening promises to be eventful starting off with a steak/potato/Caesar salad dinner/and a brew (beer or

wine). Dance to the sounds of the 50s 60s-80s with The Centaurs. Door prizes, silent auction, casual dress (wear your favorite team jersey, optional) For tickets, $20 each, call 604-9469224 or 604-943-0629 or 604-946-9949.

Arts ◆Start the year with some salsa in your life! Join Vancouver dancer and teacher Luis Gutierrez for a two-hour salsa workshop on Saturday, Jan. 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Los Gitanos (40B-1835-56th St.). Cost is $40 per person. Bring your dancing shoes and be ready to move your hips.

Partners welcome but not mandatory! No experience necessary. To reserve your spot call 948-8081, e-mail info@losgitanos.ca. For all details visit losgitanos.ca ◆Delta Arts Council presents an evening of music, theatre, and improv in the upcoming Young People’s Concert on Saturday, Jan. 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Tsawwassen Arts Centre.

Doors open at 7 p.m.

Featuring music theatre songs, pop and contemporary music performed by singers: Kiana Passmore, Taylor Robinson, Paul Thomas & Josephine Walker. One-act play, “Lol” written by Lee CannonBrown will be performed

by Beau Bridge, Sam Merritt and Jemma Dash.

And joining the stage is theatre improv troupe, Make Me Laugh Purple Giraffe. For more info, contact jones-inc@telus.net 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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(left to right) Rick Lewell, past president, Hermann Glockl, Founder and R. Murray Bond, current president Food on the Corner is a local Tsawwassen faith-based Christian outreach program that has been providing hot meals to their homeless friends in Vancouver’s downtown Eastside for over 28 years. We would like to thank, and acknowledge, those “suppliers” who have been there, day in, day out, providing the product and resources needed to allow Food on the Corner to continue to serve Jesus Christ and His friends, in ways never imagined.

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LADNER MINOR BASEBALL

Tunnel Town Curling Club junior rink earns berth into juvenile provincials The Shawna Jensen Rink from Tunnel Town Curling Club has qualified to represent Zone 4 at the upcoming Juvenile Women’s Provincial Curling Championships.

The Jensen foursome beat out the Murray rink of the Richmond Winter Club on Saturday in a couple of spirited games held at the Golden Ears Winter Club in Maple Ridge.

The team also includes: Kayla

Graham (third), Kaitlyn Sim (second), Krista Jensen (lead) and Madison McCardell (fifth).

These curlers are all active members of the Tunnel Town Curling Club’s junior curling program. They also play in the adult leagues and volunteer their time in coaching the elementary school aged junior program.

The Juvenile Provincial Curling Championships are being held at the

Cowichan Rocks Curling Club in Lake Cowichan March 3-6.

The Jensen rink will also be competing in the upcoming B.C. high school zone playdowns February 1012 at the Tunnel Town. The goal is to advance to the B.C. championships for the second straight year.

South Delta is hosting the provincials, March 10-12, at the Richmond Winter Club.

Saturday, January 22 ~ 10am-Noon Saturday, February 5 ~ 1-3pm at the Cromie Park Shed

(corner of 42B Ave. and 49th St., Ladner)

BC Minor Baseball Association of the Year for 2006 & 2007 Coaching applications and umpire registration available at registration

BECOME AN UMPIRE

Open to anyone 11 years old or older

Thanks to Delta Allsports for supporting LMBA

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The Tunnel Town Curling Club junior rink of Shawna Jensen, Kaitlyn Sim, Kayla Graham, Krista Jensen and Madison McCardell will be competing at the provincial juvenile curling championships in Lake Cowichan, March 3-6.

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Tsa’s Stewart a finalist for college athlete of the year

LACROSSE Come and Catch the Fever for the Fastest Game on 2 Feet.

Boys & Girls ages 4-16 Call Patty Burr 604-946-8891 email: jburr@dccnet.com Registrar Kathy Dance 604-940-2754 email: KBKdance@telus.net Girls Only League Call Susan Snow 604-835-4749 email: hsnow@telus.net

Referees Wanted ages 12 & up Call Tim Winter 604-946-8921 email: timsevenz@hotmail.com

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Reynold Stewart has received further recognition for his outstanding season with the Douglas College Royals men’s soccer team.

The Tsawwassen Soccer Club product is a finalist for Sport B.C.’s College Athlete of the Year. Stewart is up against Kelowna’s Alex Basso (volleyball) and Victoria’s Chelsea McMullen.

Earlier, he was named the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association’s Men’s Soccer Player of the Year.

The former South Delta Sun Devil standout was the British Columbia Colleges Athletic Association’s leading scorer for the second year in a row, netting 15 goals in 12 games. In the past two years, he’s twice been named BCCAA Player of the Year, as well as BCCAA provincial championship MVP and BCCAA first team all-star. He has played for the Royals soccer team throughout his three years at Douglas College.

The Douglas College Athletic Department describes Stewart as a “leader both on and off the field. He puts team success above individual success and takes every opportunity to help himself and those around him become better athletes and individuals.”

During the off-season, Stewart plays with Richmond Hibernia of the Vancouver Metro Soccer League and gives back to his sport by helping out with soccer camps.

North Delta triathlon standout Carol Peters is a finalist for Master Athlete

Tsawwassen’s Reynold Stewart is one of three finalists for Sport B.C.’s College Athlete of the Year after another outstanding season at Douglas College. The winner will be announced on Feb. 24 at the River Rock Show Theatre in Richmond. of the Year. The 60-yearold broke the record for her age class at the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championships in Hawaii.

The Sport B.C. Athlete of the Year awards ceremony and gala dinner is set for February 24 at the River Rock Show Theatre in Richmond. Each finalist was nominated by their Provincial Sport Organization, high school or university, and voted for by a selection commit-

tee of B.C. sportswriters, broadcasters, athletes and amateur sport experts.

“Following the unprecedented success of B.C.’s athletes at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, the strength of the finalists stands as a testament to the quality of the programming and development initiatives available through B.C.’s sport sector,” said Sport B.C.’s President and CEO Tim Gayda.

POWER LINE TREE PRUNING AND HAZARD TREE REMOVALS — NORTH DELTA

A photo of

“You & Your Sweetie”

When: January 4, 2011 to March 31, 2011 Time: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

could win you

Dinner for 2 at the Primerose Restaurant & A Beautiful Bouquet from Flowers Beautiful

Trees are a significant cause of power interruptions. Contact between trees and power lines can also create a severe danger.

Over the next few months we will be pruning and removing trees in the North Delta area.

Boundaries:

All you have to do is send us a photo of “You & Your Sweetie” in one of your favourite romantic places. Include a few words about why it is so special to you and you’ll be entered to win.

Send you entry to: You & Your Sweetie Contest c/o Delta Optimist, #207 – 4840 Delta St. Delta V4K 2T6 or email to: contests@delta-optimist.com Be sure to include your name, address and phone number.

Entry deadline is Monday, January 31, 2011.

North:

Patullo Bridge

East:

Scott Road - 120th Street

South: West:

Nordel Way Fraser River

Trees are pruned using the best arboriculture (tree care) practices. Skilled workers employed by BC Hydro are trained in both electrical safety and tree care. Only correct

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Obituaries

MORECOMBE, Anne

HOWIE,

Sylvia Myrtle (nee Stevenson)

Born on July 28, 1920 in Belleview, Manitoba, Sylvia passed away peacefully on January 9, 2011 in Delta, BC. Predeceased by her husband Alexander Keith (2001) and brother Douglas, Sylvia is survived by her loving family: sons Brian Alexander (Barbara Louise) and Bruce Steven (Barbara Marie); sisters Joan Patton, Edna Burnett, Gladys Evans, Eunice Dimond and brother Royce; grandchildren Elizabeth, Paul, Kimberley, Angela, and Carolyn. A talented artist and weaver, a sharp dresser and an amazing hostess. Special thanks to doctors & staff of Delta Hospital and Burnaby Hospital ICU who kindly made Brian’s arrangements for a last visit with his mom possible. A Celebration of Sylvia’s Life will be held at Ladner United Church, 4960 48th Avenue, Ladner, BC, on Saturday, January 22 at 11 a.m. Light lunch to follow. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Delta Hospital Foundation in Sylvia’s name is greatly appreciated.

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Obituaries

November 21, 1942 - January 13, 2011

Announcements

1 BR & bach ste for rent Honolulu, ctr Waikiki, lrg pool, jacuzzi, 24 secure. Mar 2 on. 604-940-8427

Born in Chatham, New Brunswick and presently of Tsawwassen BC, Anne passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving husband of 49 years, Dave, children Dan and Jamie, Cheryl and Brad and Wayne and Sue, five of her seven grandchildren and her three siblings. Although you are back in the arms of your parents and sister, we will carry you with us forever. Stay comfortable Annie; you will be loved and remembered for the wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, godmother and friend that you have always been. In lieu of flowers, please support Anne’s passion for panda bears through the World Wildlife Funds’ Panda Bear adoption program (https://wwfstore.donorportal.ca/p-62-a-giant-panda.aspx), or a charity of your choice. Please join us in celebrating Anne’s life on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at St. David’s in Tsawwassen; words of remembrance will be shared at 2:00 p.m., with a reception immediately following at the home of Brad and Cheryl Smith.

On-line condolences may be placed at: www.deltafuneral.ca

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83, passed away peacefully Jan. 14, 2011 at Kin Village Tsawwassen. Survived by sister Albina[Len] daughter Janis[Danny] Steve[Karen] Cael, Lori[Mike] Grandchildren Miranda, Michelle, Jen, Daryl, Kelly, Justin, Chris, Kim, and great grandchildren Tyson, Hunter, Fin, Jaxson and Alexa.

Fred was predeceased in 1974 by wife Betty and daughter Lisa , his sister Bertha in 2004, and by his loving wife Dorothy in 2 0 0 7 . Bor n in 19 27 i n Maryonovich, Ukraine, Fred immigrated to Canada with his family settling in th West Kootenays in the Sheep Creek area and eventually Nelson.

Fred left home to join the Canadian navy and upon returning home became a heavy duty mechanic. He became a partner in Central Truck and Equipment before moving to Kamloops and finally to Tsawwassen. Together with Dorothy, they had an active social life with many lively dinner parties. Fred was an avid fisherman and golfer spending many hours on the water and the golf course .Friends and family welcome to a celebration of Fred’s life Feb.5 at Royal Oak club house 1100 56th Tsawwassen at 3:00 p.m. Goodbye Dad and grandpa, we love you.

Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps them near.

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Beauticians/ Barbers

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DATING SERVICE. Long-Term/ Short-Term Relationships, FREE CALLS. 1-877-297-9883.

Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes. 1-888-534-6984. Live adult casual conversations-1on1, 1-866-311-9640, Meet on chatlines. Local Single Ladies.

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Farm Workers

SEASONAL AGRICULTURAL LABOURERS REQUIRED General manual labourer, hand weeding, shovel work, crop harvesting, etc. Workers will be working in dirt and vine covered fields. Rain gear and boots are needed. Hourly wage is $9.28/hr. + 4% vacation pay.

54-60 hours per week.

D a y s o f w o r k, M o n - Sa t with most Sundays off.

Period of employment March 1 - October 31, 2011.

To apply, please fax resume:

Attention: Norm Spencer Fax: 604-946-5575 Cranwest Farms 6770 - 72nd Street, Delta

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General Employment

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Become a Registered Personal Trainer. Earn up to $70/hr.

Government Financial Aid may be available. Hilltop 604-930-8377 See our ad in todays paper under Education.

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General Employment

Beach Grove Chevron now hiring for Cutomer service Representative. Must be fluent in English and willing to work shifts. Wage based on exp. Fax 604-948-2535 or ss1746@chevronretail.ca

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

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

FEATURING THE BABIES OF 2010 Submit a colour photo of your baby by January 21st.

Payment is $25 + HST. You may pay by cheque or credit card.

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EXPERIENCED CARE AIDE needed for disabled female.

Permanent part time work that includes personal care, meal prep. and some light house duties, willing to train the right person. Please call 604-940-3901, lve message.

required for pharmacy in South Delta. Previous pharmacy & medical supplies experience is an asset.

Please send resume to

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No calls please.

Home Support

LIVE IN caregiver needed for senior couple, Full time, $8/hr, 40hr/wk, room & board, must speak & write english. 1 year exp.

Please contact Mhels Nanny Agency, 4708 Ashbury Place, Ladner, BC, 604-805-2200 LIVE IN caregiver needed for senior lady, Full time, $8/hr, 40hr/ wk, room & board, must speak & write english. 1 year exp. Please contact Karen Megrian, 604-943-1770

SEEKING CAREGIVERS

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Trades/Technical

ENSIGN ENERGY SERVICE INC. is looking for experienced Drilling Rig, & Coring personnel for all position levels. Drillers, Coring Drillers $35. - $40.20.; Derrickhands $34., Motorhands $28.50; Floorhands, Core Hands, Helpers $24. - $26.40. Plus incentives for winter coring!

Telephone 1-888-ENSIGN-0 (1-888-367-4460). Fax 780-955-6160. Email: hr@ensignenergy.com Experienced Insulation Installers, Foam Sprayers and Fire Stoppers required for established insulation company.

Vehicle required. Top rates paid.

Fax brief resume to 604-572-5278 or call 604-572-5288.

Live-In / Full Time / Part Time and Weekends. For active female confined to a wheelchair in the Ladner area. Duties include; personal care & meal preparation. Must be able to understand directions for personal care. Minimum 5’4' reccomended height.

Training provided for person of interest. 604-946-6658

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Retail Sales

Retail sales/customer service help for Classic Games & Billiards. Valid driver’s licence an asset. Some heavy lifting.

Starts at: $11/hour.

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Hotel Restaurant

PERM P/T KITCHEN HELP Mon - Fri, no weekends, no eves, Call between 3-6pm 604-946-5144 Must be fluent English.

Pro-Line Construction Materials Ltd is a leading supplier of construction materials. We are currently looking for a qualified full time Hiab or Stiff Boom operator in our Chilliwack and Surrey branches .

We offer a competitive hourly wage as well as benefits and a RRSP Plan.

Please fax resumes to 604-596-4559 Attn: Andy Mrak or apply in person to 13385 ComberWay, Surrey

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

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Furniture

DOWNSIZING, Furniture and tools for sale.

Call 604-946-1724 D/R TABLE, 64' round, oriental, cherrywood, pedestal, w/matching lazy susan. $450. 946-2660

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Garage Sale

TSAW Garage Sale Sat Jan 22nd 9 AM - 1PM 5138 STEVENS DRIVE. TOOLS, FURNITURE, ELECTRONICS & HOUSEHOLD ITEMS!!

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Delta PC Service & Consulting

makes your computer work again!

Best rates on the market.

Guaranteed Virus Removal.

Call 778-882-4128 NEED COMPUTER HELP?

• Low Rates call anytime Bus/ home • Virus removal

• Install applications • Setup Wireless, email, etc.

25 years experience

604-551-4612

8075

Drywall

DON’S AFFORDABLE DRYWALL PHONE/FAX 778-218-3403 *Drywall * Taping * Texture * Stucco*Painting * Steel stud framing Quality Home 604-725-8925

Farrant Drywall Commercial Residential SANDY

604

946-8460 or 202-8319

8080

Electrical

E

VANSON LECTRIC

Professional Electrical Services Panel Upgrades – Renos

604-376-7224 www.centuryhardwood.com

8130

Handyperson

HANDYMAN SERVICES Electrical, Gutters, Fencing, Plumbing, Carpentry, Flooring Renovations, Sheds, Contracting & more Affordable, friendly, fast, reliable, local, guaranteed Senior Discounts Call Phil 604-307-6840

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

Same Day Service, Fully Insured

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• Xmas Lights • Hedges • Rubbish Removal • Odd Jobs

• Lawn maintenance • Window cleaning Designs • Prunning • • Gutter •cleaning • Lawns • Fences • Decks • • Pressure washing • Stone/Masonary • • Pruning and Hedging • Rubbish Call Hans JOHNremoval 604-943-4546

BOOK A JOB AT

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

For anything Yard Related!

604-946-7308

604-948-5296

CONFIDENT PAINTING LTD Int/Ext Specialist 20 yr exp. Reas rates, quality. Licensed, Ins, WCB Jean-Guy 604-626-1975 MILANO Painting 604-551-6510 Int/Ext. Good Prices. Free Est. Written Guar. Prof & Insured.

Plumbing

10% Off with this Ad! For all your plumbing, heating & reno needs.

Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005

8225

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

Angela Wells

PRECISION 1 Plumbing & Heating, Lic. & Ins. hw tanks, service, renos. No hst Rick 604-809-6822

CASCADIA PAINTING

Interior & Exterior WCB & Liability Insured www.CascadiaPainting.ca

604-943-4024

BEST IN CLASS Low rates, 100% guar. Free est.

Mark 778-323-1045

8185

Moving & Storage

AAA ADVANCE MOVING Experts in all kinds of Moving, Storage & Packing. Different from the Rest. 604-861-8885

8185

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

For all your Plumbing and Drainage needs.

Honest and reliable.

Competitive rates.

604.948.1811 cell 604.374.7125

Cascadia Painting

8225

Power Washing

BOUNDARY BAY WINDOW WASHING • Exterior house cleaning • Pressure Washing • Gutters

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

Moving & Storage

Need Space? We Have It!

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2 locations: LADNER

Power Washing

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

POINT ROBERTS

604-946-0020 360-945-MINI (6464)

Gated Access Reasonable Rates!

8255

Pressure Washing

Exterior House Cleaning Driveways, Painting & Sealing Winter Garden Clean-up

A name you can trust

Don’t wait. Call Ian Ferguson

Phone: 604.946.9395 Cell: 604.812.7255

Renovations & Home Improvement

AL’S CERAMIC TILE

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

604-948-9573 Cell: 604-836-8943

Trade Your Kitchen Bath, Kitchen, Suites & More www.renorite.com 604-434-0070

8250

Roofing

#1 Roofing Company in BC All types of Roofing Over 35 Years in Business Call now & we pay ½ the HST

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ROOFING OUR SPECIALTY

ALL IN ONE CALL

•Renovations and handyman •Established, reliable & local •Kitchens, baths, fences, decks, painting, tiling, etc.

Call Peter McLaughlin cell 604-619-4859

778.886.8541 Licensed, Insured, WCB

TMO Contracting CHOICE Roofing 604-807-7312 Specializing in New, Re-roofing & Repairs. Quality assured.

Kitchens, Baths, Home Repairs, Decks....

604.374.2360

JJ ROOFING, Repair specialist, Reroof, New Roof. Seniors disc.

WCB, fully ins. 604-726-6345

info@greentimberhomereno.ca

RDM ENTERPRISES For All Your Household Repairs and Renovations.

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

Rob 604-946-4796

TLD Design & Build

Interior/Exterior, Renovations, Additions, Kitchen, Bathrooms, Carpentry, Mouldings, Crown Mouldings, Laminate & Hardwood Floors, Fences, S heds , D ecks, Sid in g s, Roofing. No Job Too Small!

604-940-4282, 778-882-7756

Need help with your Home Renovation?

Find it in the Classifieds!

ROD’S HAUL-IT-AWAY

Rubbish Removal and Recycling

778-668-4285 Locally Owned... ● So you pay less ●

LARRY’S CLEAN-UP

Over 25 years serving South Delta

• Rubbish Removal • Reno Clean-Up • Yard Trimmings • Gutter Cleaning

604-649-9600 8295

8250

Snow Removal

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778-999-4164

8309

Tiling

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

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

8315 Roofing Experts 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank

Rubbish Removal

'You Call It, We Haul It!'

604-588-0833

SALES@ PATTARGROUP.COM

Building on your ideas.

Main Plumbing and Drainage

Painting

Painting Interior Renovations Landscaping & Gardening Hedging & Pruning Custom Decking & Fencing Flagstone & Paver Patios

Member: Better Business Bureau

PLUMBERS

Lawn Maint. window & gutter cleaning, pressure washing, rubbish removal etc. 604-948-0267

HANDYMAN RON Renovations, repairs, tile, drywall, painting, 20yrs exp. 604-946-1705

Lawn & Garden

604-946-4889 604-649-4930

“Give us a Call!”

All in One Call Renovations Establish & local, carpentry, tiling, painting etc Peter 604-619-4859

8160

Richard Ryan

604 •240 •2194 604 •943 •2401

NEED A HAND?

Renovations Remodelling. Repairs. Skilled. Respectful. No job too small. Godfrey 604-240-4700

For all your Painting needs!

8220

WE ARE A YEAR-ROUND BUSINESS

604-649-0502 (cell)

PAINT RITE BY RICH

TAKE AWAY THE PRESSURE Painting, yard clean up - Contact Ian 604-946-9395..604-812-7255

(WCB Insured) Tel: 604-948-0267 • 604-842-1468

• REPAIRS • RENOVATIONS • WOODWORKING • PAINTING Call Pierre

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

8240

Too much to do, not enough time? ... I can help!

604-657-7957

8087

Winter Services

310-JIMS (5467)

www.evansonelectric.com

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

Lawn & Garden

Century Hardwood Floors ★Hardwood flr refinishing ★Repairs ★ Staining ★ Free Estimate. Contact 604-376-7224

Lic. #26765 • South Delta based

#1167 LIC Bonded. BBB, lrg & sm jobs, expert trouble shooter, WCB, low rates, 24/7. 617-1774.

8160

Tree Services

Tree Removal - Stump Grinding Branch Chipping * Free Est. * WCB Local resident, 34 yrs. 604-943-0043

Roofing

RESIDENTIAL DIVISION LTD.

Tried & True Since 1902

• BBB • RCABC • GAF/ELK Master Elite Contractor • Residential Roofing • Liability Coverage and WCB • Designated Project Managers • Homes & Strata • Third Party Inspection Installations & Repairs Call 604-327-3086 for a free estimate •• 24 Hr Emergency Service Quote code 2010 for a 5% discount www.crownresidentialroofing.com

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