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After almost 18 years in Ottawa, popular Conservative MP announces he won’t be seeking re-election BY

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Longtime Delta-Richmond East Conservative MP John Cummins won’t be running in the next federal election, which could be just around the corner.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s office announced last weekend that Cummins, an MP since 1993, as well as Treasury Board president Stockwell Day (Okanagan-Coquihalla) and Transport Minister Chuck Strahl (Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon) won’t be running for the Conservatives in the next federal election.

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Cummins also made the announcement to local riding association members Saturday.

Saying he was tired of the long cross-country trips to Ottawa, Cummins confirmed his retirement plans with the Optimist Monday.

It’s not clear, however, if he’ll leave politics completely.

He said he hasn’t made a decision, as of yet, on taking a greater role, and perhaps leading, the B.C. Conservative Party.

Unlike the nomination process to find his replacement federally, Cummins has plenty of time to decide if he’ll take over the provincial Conservatives, who will select their leader May 28.

As far as who will become the federal Conservative candidate in this riding, that will be decided as soon as next Monday.

As of Monday, at least four candidates have already surfaced to replace Cummins, and more could follow, prior to a nomination meeting at the Sundance Inn in East Ladner.

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It looks like there will be at least two prominent Delta names in the running for the nomination to replace Conservative MP John Cummins in Delta-Richmond East.

Former Delta Chamber of Commerce president Maria DeVries confirmed she would be seeking the nomination at the Conservative riding association’s meeting in East Ladner next Monday.

DeVries, who ran third in the Delta council by-election last

fall and was poised to run for the Liberals in the 2009 provincial election before stepping aside for Wally Oppal, has been involved in several different community causes and local organizations.

While she has experience with politics and is on the riding association’s board, she has never been

elected to office.

Also expected to have his nomination papers filed is longtime Delta school board chair Dale Saip. He confirmed his interest in running Monday.

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Maverick MP speaks his mind

As he prepares to leave federal politics, John Cummins simply wants to be remembered for a job well done BY

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Maverick John Cummins hopes his constituents feel he represented them well after almost 18 years of federal politics.

As federal election speculation swirls, the ruling Conservatives won’t have their longtime MP, practically a sure thing in DeltaRichmond East, for the next race.

Cummins announced last weekend he won’t run in the next election, a decision he arrived at after talking things over with his wife Sue. “She’s been a great supporter over the years and always very encouraging.

She was always there when something was going on but she’s glad I’m not going to be making that trek (to Ottawa),” he told the Optimist this week.

Cummins was first elected under the Reform Party banner in 1993, capturing more than 40 per cent of the vote. That election saw him defeat the Liberals’ Karen Morgan by 4,000 votes and incumbent Conservative Stan Wilbee by 8,000.

It would be the start of a series of even big election victories under the Canadian Alliance and then Conservative banners. He

easily outdisCummins tanced challengsaid. ers, due in large “At times part to the trethere’s been mendous respect some conhe garnered for frontation speaking his you might mind on issues. say with In his early the powers years, Cummins, that be, but who holds a that was MA from UBC the job. and a BA from When they University of weren’t Western Ontario, being worked in the heard, I pulp and paper thought industry in it was my Ontario, the oil duty to fields of Alberta speak on and on the contheir behalf struction of the and I hope Bennett hydroI’ve done it electric dam in well. If that northern B.C. earned me He later that title FILE PHOTO became a Delta maverick, John Cummins was elected to the House of Commons six times, the first way back in 1993. high school then that’s teacher and what you ried about criticizing his fisheries. commercial fisherman. live with.” own government, which he He also made his oppoCummins called the He occasionally ventured did on several occasions, sition to provisions in the first Reform meeting in into provincial politics, probably to his own politiTsawwassen First Nation Delta just prior to the 1988 including blasting the cal detriment. treaty loud and clear, comelection, a race in which Liberal government over Well known for his stand plaining there was no real he was the candidate but the HST rate and endorsing on West Coast fisheries debate in Parliament. garnered only 2,000 votes.

Vicki Huntington’s run for issues, one example of his “What I tried to do is Undaunted, he continued office. maverick style was when put the people first, the to help build a strong conThe veteran MP, who the MP was among more folks who put me there and stituency association, while won in 2008 with 56 per than 40 commercial fisherthe ones who matter the also serving on the party’s cent of the vote, said there’s men fined for illegal fishmost. So, I always put their national executive, until his been a few highlights ing when the group was interests on the forefront 1993 triumph. throughout the years, but protesting what it said were and tried to represent that He would become known abuses with aboriginal food as best I could in Ottawa,” his greatest sense of accomas a maverick MP, not worplishment comes from help-

NOMINATION from page 1 ed in 1987, has also been a fixture in the community for many years. A former high school football coach and former president of the Ladner Business Association, Saip is direc-

tor of team services for the Vancouver Giants hockey club. He went to school in Richmond before settling in Ladner and then moving to Tsawwassen.

He said while he enjoys

his job with the Giants, the opportunity for such an important political office doesn’t come around too often.

Richmond businessman Howard Jampolsky was the first to announce his candidacy, while realtor Keith Roy is also expected to file

nomination papers.

One prominent name with strong Conservatives ties that won’t be in the running is Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington, who announced she wouldn’t be seeking the nomination.

Anyone interested in running must have their

nomination papers filed with the riding association by tomorrow since those papers must be in the hands of party officials in Ottawa by late Friday afternoon, said riding association treasurer and nomination committee member Ray Christopherson.

ing out individual residents on their personal matters as their elected representative.

Cummins, who has a son Martin, daughter Carolyn and two stepdaughters, Kristina and Erin, said his decision not to run again was based on a few things, mostly his desire to no longer make constant crosscountry trips to Ottawa.

“I’m just sick and tired of getting on airplanes twice a week and crossing three time zones,” he said.

“My wife took me to the airport and while we were on the way there I told her, ‘Gee, I didn’t want to get on that plane this morning.’

But I got on and I e-mailed the prime minister’s assistant for a meeting and by the time I got to Ottawa a meeting had been set up with the prime minister this past Tuesday, and we discussed it. I told him then that was it. But I really appreciate all the good service I got from those good folks at Air Canada.

“It was my hope when I first got elected that when I finished, if I’m walking down the street people would want to smile and say hi and job well done. I wouldn’t want them walking by saying, ‘We sent that guy to Ottawa and when he got there all he thought was about himself.’”

He said an election could be held in early May if the minority Conservative government falls after a vote on its March 22 budget.

The nomination meeting will be at the Sundance Inn at 7 p.m. Only members of the party as of Feb. 25 will be eligible to vote.

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The tributes are starting to roll in for longtime MP John Cummins, who announced last weekend he won’t be running for the Conservatives in the next federal election.

Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington said the riding has lost “an outstanding politician and representative who has for more than 18 years never wavered in the positions he has taken on issues that impact his riding, his province and his country.

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Phil Eidsvik of the B.C. Fisheries Survival Coalition said Cummins was a rare politician.

“I think John is one of the finest human beings I’ve ever met and had the pleasure of working with.

He always put the wishes of his constituents ahead of himself and in some ways it was a detriment to himself personally, but it was certainly a good thing for the fisherman of B.C.,” said Eidsvik.

Delta Farmers’ Institute president John Savage described Cummins as “a very responsive and intelligent person” who served the community well.

“It’s a shame to see him go but like he said, flying to Ottawa every week, that’s four, five hours a day, is tough, especially if you’re from the west,” said Savage.

Cummins represented the community well and hopefully his replacement will have the same level of dedication, said Delta Chamber of Commerce chair John Appleby.

Diane Askin, president of the Ladner Business Association, said, “We were very lucky to have him be a part of the Ladner Business Association and participate

and contribute to the Ladner Business Association.”

Lois Wilkinson, chair of the Delta Hospital Foundation, said Cummins was a staunch representative of the community.

She noted Delta has been lucky to have politicians at all three levels, including Cummins, “fight tooth and nail” for the hospital and hospital services.

Former Delta South MLA Val Roddick said there’s a reason Cummins always won his riding by such big margins.

“We all have issues that we’d work on and he had his he stuck with and worked on over the years ... he always got the votes and where there’s votes there’s got to be something.”

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Delta police are on the hunt for two suspects after a brazen afternoon robbery in Tsawwassen last Friday.

At around 3:20 p.m. two unknown men entered a home in the 200-block of English Bluff Road.

The suspects gained entry through an unlocked window while the homeowner was resting.

She was awoken by noise and confronted the two men who threatened her. She then ran from the house calling for help.

The two suspects fled the area separately, one on foot and one in a green Ford Explorer, which was abandoned a short distance away.

Officers responded and called in a K9 unit and the Air One police helicopter but were unable to locate

the suspects.

The first suspect (the driver) is described as 5’9”, 180 pounds with little or shaved hair and blue eyes.

The other suspect is described as being between 30 and 40 years old, wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt, torn blue jeans, white shoes and gloves.

They made off with various items from the home, including computer equipment and a cellphone.

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“We are looking for input from the community in planning this action,” said Cathy Wilander. “We will be doing a direct action Friday, April 22, Mother Earth Day and Good Friday, aimed at FILE PHOTO disrupting the Protesters have dogged the $1 billion construction of a South Fraser Perimeter Road. climate crime in our community, they are willing to take.” the South Fraser Perimeter The action is being Road.” organized by climate jusActions might continue tice activists from Lower over multiple days on the Mainland chapters of the long weekend and beyond, Council of Canadians, said Wilander.

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Jackson said this week she was pleased with the outcome of the meeting.

“They were very concerned as well,” McGill said in a report to council Monday night, adding the meeting was a positive one.

“They committed to making improvements to the gas collection system with the ultimate goal being to be above the 75 per cent ministry guidelines.”

Vancouver staff said there was some improvement between 2009 and 2010. Last year’s numbers put the system working at about 52 per cent efficiency.

At the meeting, both sides committed to improving communication between the two municipalities.

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Council and municipal staff expressed outrage at the finding.

“This information is startling,” chief administrative officer George Harvie said.

“This landfill is not working properly.”

Delta Mayor Lois Jackson called the information a “little bit of a kick in the teeth” after all the work on the Zero Waste initiative over the last year.

Delta was also concerned because Vancouver had not yet released the 2010 emission numbers.

On March 4, Jackson, Harvie and Sean McGill, Delta’s director of human resources and corporate planning, met with Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson and several senior staff members to discuss Delta’s concerns.

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MURPHY’S LAW Someone’s going to have big shoes to fill.

The announcement by longtime MP John Cummins last weekend that he won’t seek re-election after almost two decades in Ottawa leaves an enormous void in local political circles.

The first time I heard the name John Cummins was back in the late 1980s when the Social Credit government of the day was giving B.C.’s teachers the option to either unionize or form non-union associations. Cummins, a North Delta high school teacher at the time, was, not surprisingly, firmly in the non-union camp.

I remember him telling me how a lot of teachers were considering the nonunion option and how the vote would be pretty close. When the result was in and Delta teachers had voted in favour of unioninzing by a count of something like 997-3, I thought to myself, “Wow, this guy’s got his finger on the pulse of what’s happening, we really need to get him in government!”

Cummins resurfaced a year or so later, running in the 1998 federal election as a Reformer, a little-known party that was still five years away from making an electoral breakthrough. If memory serves me correctly, he finished a distant fourth that year behind victorious Tory Stan Wilbee, Liberal Fred Gingell and the lady to the right of me, the NDP’s Sylvia Bishop.

In hindsight, these two instances are entirely consistent with the John Cummins we’ve come to know over the last 20 years: He does what he thinks is right, not necessarily what’s popular It’s an approach that has endeared him to voters in these parts, earning him reelection five times since his initial win in 1993. Recent elections haven’t even been close with Cummins garnering more votes than all his challengers combined.

Although his propensity for telling it like it is has made him a favourite with the electorate, it’s often got him in hot water with colleagues, ruffling feathers all the way to 24 Sussex Drive. He calls it like he sees it, even if it paints his own party in an unflattering light.

Not too many politicians would be willing to pay the price, both personally and professionally, to stick to their guns, but Cummins has been doing just that for the past 18 years. His principled stance and outspoken behaviour have undoubtedly cost him the cash and cachet of a cabinet post and the fisheries portfolio is poorer for it.

However, Delta voters have been the beneficiaries of having someone in Ottawa willing to stand up on their behalf. They’re big shoes to fill indeed.

New agricultural trust provides Century something to chew on SYLVIA BISHOP

COMMUNITY COMMENT As a foodie, I could not help but smile at the latest development in the continuing drama of public hearings and an aptly named new society.

BCEATS served up a surprise offer to purchase the Southlands on the same day Mayor Lois Jackson postponed the public hearing in order to hold a mayor’s summit.

Naysayers to inclusion of the Southlands in the ALR, who claim there is no interest by anyone to farm it, have been served a new dish to digest.

The BCEATS (British Columbia Ecological Agricultural Trust Society) offer brings to the table $5 million cash and $200 million tax credit through Environment Canada’s Ecological Gifts Program.

The buyer intends to use the best farmland for organic mixed-use farming and grain crops. A LEEDS building for processing will be built.

We’re talking jobs, here. And the most sensitive lands will be preserved for wildlife habitat and environmental protection. Among other possibilities is an interpretative centre focusing on bird and other wildlife habitat.

Now there’s something to ruminate about.

Canada’s Ecological Gifts Program encourages landowners to sign over their land to a trust. They receive a tax benefit, made possible through the Income Tax Act, applicable to 100 per cent of their income (private or corporate) and which they can carry forward for up to five years. Lands so assigned under this program cannot be mortgaged and cannot be re-sold, according to information supplied by the Land Conservancy.

To date, over 873 ecological gifts have been donated across Canada, with a value of over $550 million protecting over 138,000 hectares of wildlife habitat. Stewardship of the program is under the auspices of Environment Canada.

Could this be the win-win we are looking for? The consensus the mayor’s summit is trying to achieve?

The owner, if he has an appetite for it, gets cash and a substantial tax credit. No more public hearings. No development application,

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grinding days and nights of meetings followed by more public hearings. The headache and frustration are gone.

The community gets to retain the semi-rural atmosphere the majority craves, where a portion of the Southlands is organically farmed and the rest is preserved. No more public hearings. No grinding days and nights of meetings followed by more public hearings. The rancor and divisiveness evaporate. And a 30-year problem is finally laid to rest.

Make no mistake: this opening offer is only the appetizer. Before we get to dessert, there are a few more courses to digest.

Things could sour if Century Group doesn’t respond to the offer. It wouldn’t look good to not respond, not under the microscope of this community. It can counter and we can watch from the sidelines as this deal simmers in the pot.

As to alleged housing needs the naysayers claim are necessary, those will be more than met by the buffet of variety Tsawwassen Springs and the neighbourhood plan of the Tsawwassen First Nation will serve up.

It’s time to put our steady diet of public hearings, debate and argument aside. It’s time for BCEATS.

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March 16, 2011 The Delta Optimist A09 Letters to the Editor

Summit won’t find consensus on the Southlands

Editor: With regard to the announcement at Delta council last Monday that the public hearing on the submission to include the Southlands in the ALR would be adjourned because there was, in the mayor’s repeated words, “no consensus,” I ask: What did you expect?

I find it difficult to believe those at municipal

hall that wrote the latest version of the Tsawwassen Area Plan actually thought the clouds would part and down would come “consensus” on the future of the Southlands. Consider: • Municipal staff spent countless overtime hours putting together the first completely inappropriate and misguided version of the area plan. Our tax dollars at work.

• The municipality commissioned an Ipsos Reid study to determine if the community wanted the Southlands developed.

Our tax dollars again. The survey showed more than 60 per cent wanted it left alone. What did you think the others wanted? Toast and coffee?

• Now the mayor is going to waste more time in a self-aggrandizing exercise

Shared knowledge needed if public is to come to general agreement on property

Editor: Consensus appears to be the buzzword in Delta since March 7. Consensus is defined by MerriamWebster as solidarity of belief or sentiment.

It is used to describe both general agreement and the process of getting to such agreement. This obviously indicates the need for shared knowledge.

If knowledge is not shared, negative consequences such as isolation and resistance to ideas occur. Knowledge constitutes a valuable, intangible

asset. Being kept in the dark causes animosity. We have seen plenty of that these past days.

It is absolutely imperative the Southlands plans (and there are three) are displayed now by Delta for all the affected people to see. It is unfortunate council was negligent in not doing this prior to any public meetings.

Once more people discover the incredible facets of the Century plans, and what they can offer this community, a mutual social solidarity and collective

intelligence will evolve towards harmony and eventually bind people to one another.

Century won a coveted award in 2010 on agricultural urbanism planning concepts on these very plans. This must not be ignored. We must be cognizant these innovative ideas of the integration of built and natural environment within an existing residential area are within our grasp.

No more secrecy. Let the talks begin.

Lula Reed

in navel-gazing called the mayor’s summit to come to the conclusion there is no consensus. You already know that, so save the taxpayers’ money.

• It was stated repeatedly, monotonously in fact, that the area plan was not about considering Century’s proposal for development on the Southlands. Now Delta is halting the public hearing for that specific purpose.

All this demonstrates is that council can be bullied, but it’s not by citizens of Delta, it’s by a developer whom you’d rather placate than the majority of the people in Tsawwassen.

As a taxpaying citizen, I am asking you to please read the following very, very carefully: There is never, ever, ever going to be consensus on the question of the future of the

Southlands. Not in your lifetime. Not in my lifetime. Not in any member of council’s lifetime. Not in anybody’s lifetime. Ever.

The best you can hope for is a majority opinion.

You have it. So, please, stand up and do what you’re overpaid to do: abide by the wishes of the majority.

Repeat reading this until it sinks in.

Marnie Huckvale

Voice not heard at hearing, summit

Editor: I live in Tsawwassen, have two small children and my family and I live in Forest by the Bay. So, yes, the Southlands is in my backyard too, but I am not in support of it being returned to the ALR. Like many other young families in Tsawwassen, I believe we need change and progress here. Although I am not sure what that looks like yet, I know that if the Southlands is returned to the ALR, we will never have an opportunity to find out.

What is of most concern to me is I would like to

believe I have a voice in what happens in my community and that the public hearing is the forum for that. I attended every meeting, I wrote my name on the list and received my little number of hope, #155.

After four nights of paying a babysitter so I could speak, my number was never called. Instead, I now wait with hope in hand to see what the mayor’s summit brings.

As I look at the people invited to attend this private meeting of a public issue, I can’t help ask the question: Who is invited and why?

The Century Group and

two of its representatives?

That’s common sense as it is the major landowner. A farmer and an environmentalist? Again, reasonable.

Two representatives from the community that support the ALR inclusion application? Having sat through the meetings, I think I know who they might be.

Where are the two people from the community that are not in support of the ALR inclusion application? Where is my voice and opinion, or that of any other random residents of Tsawwassen, for that matter?

Jennifer Crosby

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Couple has no ‘Doubt’ it will return to see more Sidekick productions

Editor: As newcomers to Tsawwassen, my husband and I have been on the lookout for things to do without having to travel to Vancouver. He happened to see the advertisement in the Optimist for Doubt, a Parable (a movie we both thoroughly enjoyed) at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre.

Being theatre lovers, we immediately called and reserved tickets.

Not knowing where the arts centre was, the kind lady on the other end of the line explained, exactly how to get there from my house.

We arrived 20 minutes before curtain, as suggested, and were greeted by cheery people at the box office who made us feel as if we were their personal friends

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The set was well thought out and beautiful. The stage and the room itself are quite small by theatre standards and we were amazed at how Sidekick transformed this space.

It didn’t take long, once the lights came down and the opening scene started, to believe we were spying on these people in their own surroundings. There was nothing to criticize about this production. Everything, including the beautiful costumes, was wonderful.

Our only criticism would be to our community.

Perhaps locals don’t realize the level of talent Sidekick Players puts on stage. The room should have been filled that night and every night of the play’s run.

With this caliber of the-

atre in our own backyard, and with the price of gas, why would anyone want to travel to see theatre in Vancouver? The Sidekick Players Club’s presentation of Doubt, a Parable is comparable to anything we’ve seen in much higher-priced venues and with the relaxed theatre seating, a much better experience. We will be supporting this group to ensure we have it around for a long time.

Thank you and congratulations to everyone involved. We certainly have no “Doubt” we will be back.

S. Terrett Editor’s note: Doubt, a Parable continues at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre at 8 p.m. nightly through Saturday.

Great service at Delta Hospital keeps couple coming back even after move to Langley Editor: A big shout out to the ER staff at Delta Hospital and all the Deltans who supported it during those days when we thought it was going to be shut down.

Five years ago, my husband Larry had a severe heart attack and the Delta ER staff gave him a second chance with their expertise

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being invited into their home.

When the doors opened and we entered Patti McGregor theatre, we were surprised at the seating arrangements. Small tables for two were scattered about the room with larger tables set up for groups of about six to eight.

There was a wine bar available as well as nonalcoholic beverages.

We chose our table, settled in with our wine and sat listening to soft music while waiting for the play to begin.

After a short time, the lights dimmed and the play began to unfold. From the opening “sermon” by Father Brendan Flynn to the closing church bells, we were glued to this story.

FILET AND LOBSTER

and caring.

We have moved to Langley now, but have kept our doctors in Ladner, so we get a chance to visit every few months.

I was recently diagnosed with cancer, had surgery at Delta Hospital and was on my way back to health when the incision got infected at Christmas. We

decided the Delta ER was the place to go for help.

I can’t remember the names of all the nurses who tended me on my eight daily visits for IV antibiotics and dressing changes, but they were fabulous people, busier than I’ve ever seen but always with time for kindness and a joke or two with us outpatients.

I want to thank all of those wonderful nurses, and my doctors Turnbull, Segal and Nagra, who all have me back on track.

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If geological common sense were to prevail, all of the Southlands would be farmed for future generations, perhaps along the lines suggested in the recent BCEATS offer to purchase.

If, on the other hand, some development is the outcome from the mayor’s summit, it should be confined to a small strip of higher elevation.

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Activities to keep spring break boredom at bay LUCAS MENESES-SKODA Optimist contributor

With spring break just around the corner, there are plenty of community events

on tap for local youth. Here are some of the offerings: • Spring Break Spectacular is coming to the Ladner Leisure Centre, running from March 21

to April 1. The themed games, led by play leaders, are available to all ages and will run 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. daily. Regular admission prices apply. For more

information call 604-9523000.

• The Delta Museum is holding its annual Mystery in the Museum from March 22 to 26 and March 29 to

April 2, between 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily. All ages are welcome to use their detective skills and solve this year’s mystery.

No registration required and

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• The Spring Break Skills Camp, hosted by the Ladner Boys Soccer Club, runs March 28 to April 1. The camp, which will be held at Holly Park’s turf field from 9 a.m. to noon daily, is open to girls and boys between the ages of four and 11. The cost of the camp is $100. To register or for more information, visit www.ladnerboyssoccer.com.

• The Boys and Girls Club’s Wintemute Club in Ladner is running day camps March 21 to 25 and March 28 to April 1. For more information, call 604946-2027 or visit www. bgccs.bc.ca.

• The Boys and Girls Club’s Hillside Club in North Delta hosts its special Spring Break Camp from March 21 to 25 and March 28 to April 1. Each day costs $17 and will have its own themed event ranging from Mexican Fiesta to Freaky Friday. For more information call 604-5969595 or to register visit www.bgccs.bc.ca.

• The Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall presents Spring Break at the Mall with a different weekday activity running everyday from 1 to 3 p.m., starting with a puppet show and story time on March 21. Other fun activities include an interactive presentation from Mike’s Critters on March 22, hip-hop lessons on March 24 and a pottery class on March 28. For information on the events being held on other days visit www.tsawwassentowncentremall.com.

• Public libraries will be hosting several special events, including a magic show on March 22. The 45minute show gets underway at 10:30 a.m. at the George Mackie branch, at 1 p.m. in Tsawwassen and at 3 p.m. in Ladner. Each library will also host an OWL show that will allow kids to get an up close look at birds of prey.

The one-hour show will be at George Mackie on March 29 at 10:30 a.m., on March 30 in Ladner at 10:30 a.m. and in Tsawwassen on March 30 at 1 p.m.

• Earthwise Society hosts a Spring Break Garden Buddies Camp. School-age children will get outside, explore, discover and learn through hands-on activities.

Camp runs 9:30 a.m. to noon from March 21 to 25.

Cost is $120 for the week or $30 a day. Spaces are limited. Register by calling 604-946-9828 or e-mail info@earthwisesociety. bc.ca.

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Maintaining Youthfulness

Tips and treatments for keeping, or restoring, that youthful glow

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fter a certain age, most women (and some men) will go to great lengths to keep their skin looking younger.

Sunscreen is still important, she says, as well getting plenty of sleep, drinking lots of water and exercising can all help improve the look of skin.

These days, there are several different ways to diminish the look of wrinkles, brown spots and other visual indicators of age.

At this point, the skin’s cycle is starting to slow down and needs a little extra help.

Starting in adolescence, says Judy Drew, who owns Atlantis Day Spa in Tsawwassen and has worked in the industry for more than 20 years, it’s important for teens to exfoliate regularly and use sunscreen and a basic moisturizer daily.

Using sunscreen, even through the winter, is key to slowing the clock when it comes to the age of your skin.

“It prevents the aging process,” Drew says.

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Louise Dannhauer, part owner of Spa Time in Tsawwassen, recommends teens also use a good pH balanced cleanser and a product with salicylic acid to help with any blemishes.

That simple regime should be all that’s needed into your mid-20s.

Once you get into the mid-30s to 40s, most people will start to see quite a change in their skin, she says.

And how you cared for your skin in your younger days has a direct effect on how it ages.

“It really relates to how we take care of our skin when we’re young,” Drew says, adding skin has a good memory when it comes to sun damage.

For those looking to turn back the clock for their skin, there is a whole range of treatments and procedures that can help shave off years.

For those looking to bring back a bit of that youthful glow, Drew recommends a chemical peel or micro-dermabrasion. Both offer a more intense exfoliation than can be achieved at home and can be done separately or combined.

Micro-dermabrasion can help erase fine lines and improve the look of wrinkles as well as repair sun damage and pigmentation problems.

The treatment stimulates cell regeneration and promotes smoother, brighter and younger looking skin.

For people in their mid-20s to 30s, Dannhauer recommends starting to look for products with anti-aging ingredients.

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Tips for staying stylish and cool during hot yoga MEGAN FISCHER Hot yoga studios have been popping up all over the place, a testament to the practice’s growing popularity.

But, what makes hot yoga different than a regular yoga class?

The temperature and humidity of the room are key; hot yoga classes are held in studios heated to 40.5 C with 50-percent humidity.

The increased heat warms the muscles to achieve a deeper yoga practice and cleanses the body by causing it to sweat away toxins.

The situation presents a unique fashion challenge: how do you find something that (a) is stylish, (b) keeps you cool, and (c) keeps you relatively covered at the same time?

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T-shirt. Cotton is notoriously bad for sucking in moisture and will be drenched with sweat and become cumbersome within minutes of starting class.

show sweat and can become transparent when wet. Instead opt for dark colours; they hide sweat marks and make you look slimmer.

Do opt for dri-fit or performance fabrics. They will not only help wick away sweat and keep you cool, but the nanotechnology behind them also kills bacteria and prevents odours that can develop over time.

Do go for fitted garments. They will move with you as you flow through the various poses and won’t drag you down when they become wet. Yoga teachers also like their students to wear fitted garments, as it helps them analyze body position during class.

Don’t wear just any old gym shorts; they aren’t designed to move with you through all the various yoga poses and bends.

Given the tight quarters in most yoga studios, you don’t want to give the person behind you more of a show than they bargained for.

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For hot yoga classes, opt for fitted garments that are stretchy and breathable.

Do minimize the number of layers you put on. Ladies: look for tops with built-in support, rather than layering a sports bra under a top. Men: if you have the goods and feel comfortable, feel free to take off that shirt; if not, stick to a lightweight dri-fit tank.

Do find a length of bottom that works for you. Not everyone can pull off tiny spandex shorts, even if they might keep you cooler. Just make sure that whatever bottom you choose has some stretch.

Ultimately, yoga practice is about self-love and acceptance; wear what makes you feel comfortable. When in doubt, opt for something black, stretchy and breathable and you’ll be ready to take the heat.

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Their legs were the colour of chestnuts. They looked relaxed and peaceful.

And warm.

“It was exquisite,” I told a friend after I’d returned home, cranked up the heat and put on a blazing fire. “I could SO live there.”

“Really?” asked the friend. “You wouldn’t miss the seasons?”

I stared at her, and thought of the coconut smells at the hot place.

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But maybe that’s just me. And to heck with everything else.

The friend, of course, has “But don’t you like to see plenty of company. They’re the trees change colour?’ people who believe that the friend persisted. “You you can’t really appreciate don’t think there’s somesummer until you’ve made thing magical about that your way through winter. first dusting of snow?”

They tend to be fond of the No, I said. And no. first frost. They drink cocoa Call me a bad Canadian, and eat fondue and hunker but I see down by the hearth when They’re people who magic, oh, in a the rain is lashing at the believe that you can’t poolside November. windows. really appreciate And in Good for summer until you’ve December? them.

Hey, I But as I get made your way could hapolder, somethrough winter. pily put up thing is startthe Yuletide ing to dawn tree on a corner of a lanai. on me: I do not like frost. I I have become a onedo not like snow shovels. I season girl. I have come favour drinks with umbrelto understand the thrill of las over those with marshbeing a Snowbird. mallows.

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I do not like to look at “You’d be happy living the patio from the comfort of my kitchen. I like to look year-round in a hot place?

You wouldn’t get sick of at the patio when I’m sitit?” ting on it, preferably with a I turned my mind back to Corona near at hand. the hot place, and thought I prefer the season that’s of those chestnut legs. approaching to the one I know I may sound like we’re leaving behind. In fact, I prefer the season that I’m mad as a loon, but I thought that they looked follows the one that we’re rather nice. approaching. Gimme July.

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A20 The Delta Optimist March 16, 2011 Coming Events Clubs & Groups !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, March 17 at our general meeting. Guest speaker, Jennifer Brennick of Flowers Beautiful, will present floral decorating ideas for Easter. For more information please call Charlene at 604-940-9466.

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!Delta Model Railway Club meets Friday, March 18 at 7 p.m. at the Ladner Baptist Church, gym entrance at rear, 5624 Ladner Trunk Rd. Visitors always welcom. HO and N scale layouts. Visit deltamodelrailwayclub.com. !On Saturday, March 19, Doghouse will be playing at Sharkey’s Seafood Bar & Grille in Ladner. There will be two sittings at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., with a $5 charge for the later sitting. Please come and have fun with us as this should be a fantastic night. Reserve your table

by calling Sharkey’s at 604946-7793. !Teach-in to be held Saturday, March 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Ladner United Church 4960-48th Ave. Information and planning for mass direct action Apr. 22 on the proposed route of the South Fraser Perimeter Road. Sponsored by the Delta chapter of The Council of Canadians and Stopthepave.org. For more info call Cathy at 604-9460877. !Come by and visit the adoptable pets of the Delta Community Animal Shelter in their new satellite adoption center open only on Saturday and Sunday, March 19 & 20, in the Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall. Visit www.deltacommunityanimalshelter.ca. !The Tsawwassen Early Bird Golf Club for men over 55 years has membership openings. The group plays at the Delta Golf Course off Highway 10 on Mondays and Fridays between 6:30 and 7:30 a.m. commencing March 21 to Oct. 10. Membership is $40, which includes a wind up luncheon. For more information phone Rod at

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604-943-7984 or pick up a registration form at the Delta Club Pro Shop. !There’s a Rock & Gem Club meeting on March 2l at 7:30 p.m. at the South Delta Recreation Centre.

Guests welcome. Call 604943-4568. !Earthwise Garden Buddies Spring Break Camp! This program is open to school aged children who like to discover, explore and learn with hands-on experience.

Date: March 21-25 (MonFri) Time: 9:30 a.m. to noon. Cost: $120/week or $30/day. Location: 64003rd Ave., Boundary Bay, Tsawwassen.

!There will be a community dinner on Tuesday, March 22 at 6 p.m. at All Saints at Arthur Drive and 48th Ave. for more information call Pat at 604-946-1056. !The Canadian Federation of University Women South Delta meets the fourth Tuesday of the month in the Royal Oaks Social Room, 1100-56th St. at 7:15 p.m.

The next meeting will be Tuesday, March 22. The guest speaker will be Dr. Louise Jilek-Aall who as a physician worked in Tanzania with the United Nations during the first Congo War, in Lambarene with Dr. Albert Schweitzer and in Mahenge to establish a clinic for epilepsy.

New members are always welcome. Call Cheryl 604943-4634 or Anna 604-9430042. !There’s a Teen Pizza & Games Night on Thursday, March 24 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683-51st St. Registration is required.

Call 604-946-6215.

Arts !The next Open Stage will be Wednesday, March 23, at 7:30 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre. $3 at the door and Munchies in the Middle. Call 604-9435907 for more information.

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South Delta secondary school hosted and participated in last week’s provincial high school curling championships at the Richmond Curling Club. (Left) SDSS girls skip Shawna Jensen releases her rock during action against South Kamloops. Jensen went on to finish second. (Above) SDSS boys skip Cory Tanaka reacts to a good shot during his game against Timberline.

Sun Devils second at curling provincials Shawna Jensen rink produces best finish by a South Delta team in 27 years after winning tiebreaker game The South Delta secondary curling program capped a successful and most memorable 2011 season, on and off the ice, as hosts of the B.C. High School Championships last week at the Richmond Curling Club.

Not only were the Sun Devils praised in their efforts in putting together the threeday event, they turned in their best result in 27 years.

Shawna Jensen’s rink finished tied for second in the girls‘ competition with a 52 record. Their only losses came against defending champions and eventual winners South Kamloops, as well as Fort Nelson.

A tiebreaker was needed to determine the silver medal winner and South Delta pre-

vailed in a close and exciting game against Fort Nelson with Jensen making some clutch shots down the stretch.

Her team also includes Krista Jensen (lead), Kaitlyn Sim (second), Kayla Graham (third) and Madison MacArdell (fifth). The girls are coached by Ron Graham who heads up the SDSS curling program.

It’s been a busy stretch for Jensen and her teammates after making their firstever appearance at the B.C. Juvenile Girls Curling Championships a week earlier in Lake Cowichan.

Representing the Tunnel Town Curling Club, the girls’ turned in a respectable showing with a 1-2 round-robin record

that included a narrow 2-1 loss to eventual champion Corryn Brown of Kamloops. It bodes well for next season with the entire team eligible to return at the same age level.

Meanwhile, the Sun Devils were also represented in the boys division, where a young team led by returning skip Cody Tanaka was competitive in most games and finished with a 2-5 record.

South Delta easily could have had a couple more wins with a little more luck in some close games. They did gain some valuable experience, especially first-year players Alex Masarsky, Louie Wong, Jackson MacKinnon and Donny MacKintosh.

Both SDSS teams look to be in excellent position to earn berths to the 2012 provincials, which promises to be a much different and colder location in Dawson Creek.

Championship chairperson and SDSS boys coach James Brown thanks the school and district for all their support in making the tournament a huge success.

He also praised the committee members who worked tirelessly in all aspects of the tournament, and the Tunnel Town Curling Club, which provides more ice time and support than most clubs in the province.

“Without their commitment to youth curling, we could not have the success that we are currently enjoying,” he said.

Captain Harding rescues Ice Hawks season with overtime winner Hawks overcame a 2-0 first period Traher also assisted on the deficit. game winner.

Harding scored on the power play Goaltender Nick Enegren had in the dying seconds of the openhis best game of the series for ing frame, then earned an assist on Delta, while Aaron Oakley was Spencer Traher’s tying goal with just also solid for Richmond. over five minutes remaining in reguThe Tom Shaw Conference Liam Harding final series continued on Tuesday lation time.

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night in Ladner. If necessary, game seven would be played tonight at Minoru Arena at 8:15 p.m.

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Liam Harding scored at the 5:53 mark of the second overtime period to give the Delta Ice Hawks a 3-2 win over the Richmond Sockeyes Friday night to extend the “tunnel series” to a sixth game.

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Clare produces school record against his hometown team Irish senior scores eight goals in 9-9 tie with Pacers It was a school record performance for Sam Clare that just happened to come against his hometown team.

The Grade 12 student at Vancouver College established a new high water mark for the varsity field lacrosse team by scoring eight goals and assisting on another during a recent game against the Delta Pacers on the new FieldTurf Sam venue at the city Catholic school.

The Fighting Irish needed every one of Clare’s goals as the teams battled to a 9-9 draw.

The Ladner native, who controlled the midfield and attack zones for VC, is on the team list to suit up for B.C. at the Canadian Championships, to be held later this year.

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“I’d like to make a career in Kinesiology and sports medicine and be able to give back to the game,” he said. “There are a lot of opportunities open to me and I’m looking at all the options.”

Clare recently helped the Delta U19 Footmen win bronze at the Clare provincial championships. He also suits up for the Senior Elite team with the Burnaby Mountain Selects program which is run by the coaches at Simon Fraser University.

He is looking forward to the upcoming box lacrosse season where he will split his time between the Delta Islanders’ Intermediate “A” and Junior “A” teams.

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HALIBURTON, Gladys Lorine (nee McCorvie) 1922 - 2011

HAIGH Judy Bernice nee Rogers 62, passed away, Monday March 7 2011 at the Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner, BC. Judy was born November 23 1949 in Vancouver and was an only child. Judy attended Kitsilano Secondary School in Vancouver. She then resided on the North Shore and chose call Tsawwassen, Delta her home for the last 25 years. Judy opened her own accounting firm, JBH Professional in June 1987 and the business continues to be in operation today. Judy spent her free time gardening, travelling the world and sailing with her husband.

Judy is survived by her nephew, Simon and his family as well as extended family. Judy is predeceased by her beloved husband, Keith, of 38 years, mother and father. A service and reception will take place Wednesday, March 16 2011 at 10am at the Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta. In Lieu of flowers, donations in Judy’s name can be made to Irene Thomas Hospice (part of the Delta Hospice Society), Delta Animal Shelter or the Canadian Wildlife Federation.

Judy, we will miss you deeply.

You are forever in our hearts.

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mother on Thursday, March 10th after a short illness.

Mom was born and raised in Dauphin, Manitoba and we believe it was this good 'prairie stock' that helped carry her through the ups and downs of life with grace, fortitude, strength and love. Mom and Dad led full lives with lots of travel, friends and family. The last fifty years, off and on, here in Tsawwassen. Mom enjoyed her gardens, especially her fresh cut flowers which graced her table every week. She golfed, getting a hole in one, she curled getting an eight ender and later when bending was not as easy, bowling.

Mom’s number one joy though was her family as revealed in the contents of her safe. No jewels just the homemade cards and letters given to her by her children and grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Dick, survived by her three children, Ken (Brenda) of Ontario, Richard (Diana) of Delta, and Lynn (Robin) of Delta, thirteen grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Some of her last words were ' I love all my family'. We will miss you terribly Mom, be in peace with Dad.

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VERMEER Aaltje (Alice) Sept 19, 1923 - March 12, 2011

'Ali' passed away on March 12, 2011 at Westshore Laylum in Ladner. She was born in Wildervank, Groningen, the Netherlands and immigrated to Canada in 1956. She was predeceased by her husband, Cornelis in 1974 and is survived by her 6 children and 4 stepchildren and many grandchildren & great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 16th at 1:00 pm at the Ladner Christian Reformed Church. Thank you to Westshore Laylum for their care over the last 5 years. In lieu of flowers, donations to CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind) in her memory would be appreciated.

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LYTLE Jean Margaret Dec. 11, 1921 - Mar. 12, 2011 Our beloved Mother, Grandmother and GreatGrandmother.You will always be remembered, especially for good health, good spirit and good service. We remember your stories and admonitions.

Your family: daughters Carol (Jack), Gloria (Ross) and Donna, grandkids Chrystal, Cary (Val), Erin, Leo (Richelle), Ivan, Tom and greatgrandchildren Conner and Capri. A service will be held at Ladner United Church on Saturday March 19th at 2:00pm.

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MACDONALD, ALASTAIR BRUCE It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Bruce Macdonald, beloved husband of Liz, proud father of Katie (Carl) and Jenny (Bradly) and loving ‘Gramps’ to Ethan, Emma, Lucy and Piper.

Born in Edgeware U.K, Bruce became interested in gardening at an early age. He obtained a degree in Horticulture from WYE College (University of London), Kent. After working at Glasshouse Crops Research Institute in Sussex, Bruce was a lecturer in horticulture at Hadlow College in Kent. In 1980 Bruce and his family immigrated to Canada where he was appointed Assistant Director to the Botanical Garden at U.B.C. Later, as Director, Bruce traveled extensively, twinning the U.B.C garden with botanical gardens in Nanjing, China and Hokkaido, Japan. He also initiated the very successful Plant Introduction Scheme in conjunction with nurseries across Canada. Bruce was a founding member of the International Plant Propagators Society and was awarded the prestigious Gold Veitch Memorial Medal by the Royal Horticultural Society in 1998. He wrote numerous articles for international gardening magazines and journals and published his major work, ‘Practical Woody Plant Propagation for Nursery Growers’ which is used worldwide as a textbook for horticultural students. Other interests included amassing a vast stamp collection, photography, coaching his daughter’s soccer, gardening with his daughters and grandchildren, travel and writing. A service commemorating Bruce’s life will be held on Friday, March 18th at 1pm at All Saints Anglican Church - 4755 Arthur Drive, Ladner. Donations in memory of Bruce may be made to the B.C. Lung Association, Delta Hospital Foundation, U.B.C Botanical Garden or the All Saints Garden Fund.

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FEATURED EMPLOYMENT Fundraiser

Ladner based non-profit society supporting children with special needs requires a part-time fundraiser. The successful candidate will be a value-based individual who will assist in developing and implementing a capital campaign.

Position requires: • University or college degree preferably.

• Past experience and/or training in fundraising and capital campaigns.

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.

• Planning and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a team environment.

• Computer proficiency and working knowledge of Excel, Word and Power Point.

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The Richmond School District is seeking individuals with excellent interpersonal, communications and customer service skills for the position of Administrative Assistant. Successful applicants must be willing to work 12 months of the year, have strong administration skills encompassing speed, accuracy and efficiency. Proficiency in using spreadsheets, databases and word processing software is also required. The successful applicant must be friendly, welcoming and patient while working in a hectic customer service environment where the majority of clients have English as a second language.

Business Education courses along with at least two years office assistance experience are required. Please note that the vacation schedule for these positions does not follow the typical school holiday schedule.

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We appreciate the interest of all applicants but advise that only those selected for interviews will be contacted. For further information, please visit our website: www.sd38.bc.ca.

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DRIVERS/OWNER OPERATORS Wanted. Truck contractors need drivers with log haul experience and clean driver’s abstract.

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LABORATORY ASSISTANT Acme Analytical Laboratories (Vancouver), a premier BC mining laboratory, is looking to fill various Laboratory Assistant positions in Vancouver. Must be able to handle up to 40 lbs as some heavy manual labor may be required. Experience in a lab environment an asset but training will be provided.

Starting wage of approximately $12 (combination of base hourly rate and daily production bonus).

Detailed descriptions of the various positions are available on Acme’s website:

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Interested parties should submit resume and cover letter by email as instructed on the website.

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LOGGING COMPANY looking for Owner Operator Logging Truck Contractors.

Short/long log for Mackenzie area. Fax 250-714-0525 Phone 250-714-1191 ext 225, ben@bcland.com include references and capabilities.

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POWER ENGINEER 2nd Class Certificate mandatory. West Coast Reduction Ltd. Vancouver has full-time opening for Steam Plant Shift Engineer. Competitive wage/ benefits. Resumes or more information email: careers@wcrl.com

QUALITY COLLATING Ltd. Calgary, Alberta Experienced Alphaliner Operator /Stitcher Operator for busy Calgary bindery.

Competitive wages based on experience. Send resume and cover letter including availability for shift work to: calgaryflyers@hotmail.com or fax to 1-403-204-7843 SITE GRADING SUPERVISOR/FOREMAN Experienced site Grading Supervisor/Foreman position available immediately. candidate Must possess the following: •Min. 5 years field experience •Perform basic construction survey and layout •Read and follow civil drawings •Work with client representatives •Possess good communication skills •Ability to solve problems •Complete job tasks on schedule •Knowledge of road and parking lot construction •Operate grading equipment an asset.

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PART-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT with excellent computer, organizational and interpersonal skills to work two flexible days per week and provide vacation relief for the executive assistant/bookkeeper. The ideal candidate will be experienced in MS Office and be able to perform a variety of administrative and bookkeeping tasks, respond to customer inquiries and organize shipping documentation. We are a growing manufacturing company located in the Tilbury Industrial Park in Delta. Please reply by e-mail to jobs@sialco.com.

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Ali Baba Pizza - BC Ferries Tsawwassen is hiring for our busy season. Full & part time. Benefits available. Email resume: anne-marie@alibabapizza.com

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TUTOR available for remedial reading, writing and spelling. Kris Bowerman, B.M. 604-940-8940

Delta Employment Skills Program FREE Employment workshops including: • Résumés, calling cards, cover letters • Interview and communication skills DESP “Networking and Closing House” Event: Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 from 10am – 4pm Join us for this event to honour the end of our program.

All present and past participants are invited to drop in!

After 18 years, the DESP will be closing its doors on May 31, 2011.

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2 PIECE bath tub, left hand, white 34 x 60, paid $900, sell $450, like new 604-943-2088 DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available. Call Phone Factory Today! 1-877-336-2274. www.phonefactory.ca DOG KENNEL for sale, 10x10x6, galvanized. $400. call 604-992-2369 GARAGE DOOR REVOLUTION. The amazing rolling garage door is now available in Canada. Quiet.

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DINING ROOM suite, table, 6 chairs, credenza, Italian made $500 obo call 604-250-5390 LEATHER LOVESEAT, burgundy, excellent condition. $250 obo. 604-943-3422 SMALL LAZYBOY Burgundy re-

cliner $425, small white ext table $40, Bernina 1000 sew machine w/cab exc cond $550 604-946-0798

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Cats GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, 3 Fem, 2 males. CKC Reg. shots & vet check. $1000. 604-512-3310

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PUG PUPS, 2 females, 1 male, 1st shots, family raised, ready to go. $700. call 604-614-6044 SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, fam raised. Ready for spring break $800. 604-526-9943

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Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds. www. abetterlifedogrescue.com GOLDEN RETRIEVER adult male 3.5 yrs, beautiful temperament, needs gd home $350. 604-701-1587

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

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Spring Clean 8-1 Sat Mar 19th, Stove, w/d, furniture, misc. household stuff, Beenie’s, and books.

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Ladner Antiques & Collectibles Warehouse Clearance Sat. Mar 12th 10 - 4pm Sun. Mar 13th 10- 3pm 105 - 7311 Vantage Way. (Tilbury Park) Everthing must go!

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Condos/ Townhouses

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2 Br penthouse, 2 bath, 1148 sf, in 4-storey 17 unit. Valued approx $600,000. 17 year bldg. recently rainscreened, updated and is under warranty. New Hardi siding, windows/sliders, roof & landscaping low maintenance for years to come. Bright & airy penthouse, 3 large cov’d balc., large patio ocean view. Solid oak floors in living & dining room, custom maple kitchen cabs. quartz countertops, new stainless appls. Fresh paint throughout. Gas fp , 2 u/g prkg. Off Broadway & Willow. Near Bike paths, shops, Granville Island & False Creek. Looking for Tsaw. 3 BR house. Must have large double garage or workshop, or room to build same. Rancher preferred but not a show stopper. Will consider trade up, down or across. Timing of exchange flexible but within the next 12 months. Drive by 2577 Willow St. for a look or call evenings 604- 876-4194 to discuss.

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Apt/Condos

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Apt/Condos

QUIET CLEAN 2 br avail Apr. 1, Tsaw. near ammens, park like setting, carpets, References required, $950. 778-316-3401 SURREY/CITY CENTRE Pacifica Beautiful1 bdrm condo, laminate floors, large patio, all appliances, sec.prkg & storage, short walk to sky train, shops & bus W&D Avail.Now $850 N/S Small Pet ok SURREY- 97th & 128 St. TOP FLOOR Spacious 3 bdrm top floor, 1.5 baths, 1250 sq.ft., wood f/p, hd/wd fls, alley access to a lrg fncd yrd, short walk to shops/ schools/bus, Available Now $1025 Sutton Group Email: homesforlease@ shaw.ca for a full list of rentals available or call Cindy at 604-807-1105.

Peninsula Property Management LADNER River House Residence Sunset over Marina & Deas Island with River and Mountain views. Beautiful executive 2 bedroom, s/s appliances, extra large sundeck, maple kitchen, granite bar, large separate liv rm & dinrm. Mst/bdrm offers f/p, 5 pc ensuite, soaker tub and dbl shower. N/S, N/P Available Now $1,850

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

Tsawwassen, CASA DEL SOL 1 BR’s from $775, Apr.1 STUDIO $665, NOW incls heat & H/W, carpets, drapes, 2 appl, 2 elevators, under ground parking avail. Please Call 604-943-8954 or 604-488-4733

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A26 The Delta Optimist March 16, 2011

RENTALS 6508

Apt/Condos

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

TSAWWASSEN Tsawwassen Terrace

Are your looking for a 1 bedroom in a well maintained building? Bldg is located on 16th Ave and is close to the bus, shops and the beach.

To view please call 604-943-7666

Kelly Court

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

Kerry Court

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

Shawnigan

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

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

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

Manor includes heat.

Close to beach, parks, recreation centre & school.

To make an appt to view please call 604-948-9111

LADNER Lora Court

1 bedroom suite available in small quiet building.

Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes, heat, cable and parking.

Near bus loop, recreation centre and shopping.

To view or for more info please call 604-946-4633

Evergreen Lane 1 bedroom suites available in one of our 4 well maintained bldgs. Located near shops, school and bus routes. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets and drapes. To view this suite please call 604-946-2694

Del Rio 1 bedroom suite available in a quiet well maintained building. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and h/w. To make an appt to view please call 604-946-4633

Harbourside

Affordable 2 and 3 bedroom suites in the heart of Ladner Village. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and hot water. Shops and bus stop nearby. To view or for more info please call 604-946-9268 Sorry No Pets or BBQs References Required www.centuryrentals.ca TSAWWASSEN COURT 1 Br ground floor $700, 2 br, new reno $1150 quiet, Incl heat/hw.

604-250-5390 or 778-999-6853

6515

Duplexes - Rent

N DELTA. Huge 3 BR, ½ duplex incls 2,750 sf in farmhouse.

30x40 sq ft family room. 3 baths, f/p, private laundry, fenced yard.

Now. Nr bus. Also 2 huge sheds for rent $1000/ea. 778-233-8702

6540

Houses - Rent

3200SQFT, 5BDRM house, large private lot on quiet street in the 'village', swimming pool/hotubcovered deck, avail April1st, pet ok 604-828-9711 3BR 2BATH, up floor, 1600sqft $1300 + 1/2 util, w/d, d/w, n/s cat ok, schools, shops, transit 778-834-5801

6540

Houses - Rent

HOUSE FOR RENT Tsawwassen/Boundary Bay area.

2 bdrm 850 sq. ft. completely renovated house located in the middle of the Southlands property. Very private and quiet surrounded by farm lands and horses beyond your fence.

Includes w/d/f/s and blinds. $1750 per month on a One year lease.

No Pets and references required.

Contact Sandra at Century Group 604-943-2203 *RENT TO OWN*

Abbotsford- House at 3262 Clearbrook Road, 3 bedrooms with 2 bedroom legal suite. Only $1,598/m.

Low Down. Flexible Terms.

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AUTOMOTIVE 9160

9125

Domestic 1998 SUBARU forrester, auto, roof racks, tow bar, 310 k, 1st owner $4500 604-984-7286

1998 DODGE Neon, $2950, 110 k,AC, PS, PB, auto trans.Remote Start, Good Tires. 604-802-2344

9145

2006 BMW 325i sports pkg, auto, blk, loaded, 90 k, immac, dealer serviced $17,950 604-220-6796

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6565

Office/Retail Rent

LADNER CORE Comm 400-4000 sqft. Short/long term. lancemcc@eastlink.ca 604-240-9340

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

For more information call Tina or Sandra at Century Group 604-943-2203 www.centurygroup.ca

6600

Two Easy Steps to Finding a Pre-Owned Vehicle

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Sports & Imports

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FULL SIZE VEHICLES Serving the Delta area for 20 yrs.

Call 604- 649-1627, 946-0943

THE SCRAPPER

2006 MERCEDES B200, local 1 owner, 82K, ext warr until 2011, auto, sr, heated front seats, white, loaded, $14,900, 604-771-5300 2007 TOYOTA Camry, auto, 6 cyl, exc cond, like new, 24,000 kms, $18,500. 604-464-4172

9173

9515

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1999 BAYLINER 21.5ft, need work, include trailer $1500 as is.

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Storage

STORAGE UNIT 2nd flr, secure Ladner bldg.. 11’ wide 16’ deep 10’ high (170 sq ft). Personal storage only. No business use. $75/m min 2yr lse 604-734-5908

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BR, own entry, share w/d, suits 1, $725 incl util cable, i/net. N/P, Apr. 1, Ladner 604-946-9397 3 BDRM, 2 bath Tsaw upper level of beautifully renovated house, hardwood, granite. Lovely open deck off kitchen, nr school, park & bus, with an enclosed yard. April 1 $1550+ H, (1st month is $1200) Rick 604-788-3991 3 BR, 1 1/2 bath, main flr, Central Ladner, close to bus, quiet St. share w/d, ns, np, Apr 1 or 15, $1300 + 60% utils. 604-943-1974 3 BR central Tsaw, upper level, large yard & deck, new kitchen, shared w/d & util, Apr 1. $1450.

778-882-1832 BEACH GROVE 1 br ground level suite, with private entry, patio, yard, lots of prkg, suit 1 person $750 ns, ref req’d, avail Apr 15 or May 1st., short walk to shops & dyke, 604-943-3234 or 604-626-6177 LADNER 3BR upper, large deck 2 baths, 4 appls. pets neg. Apr 1, $1300+utils, San 778-865-7110.

TSAWWASSEN. Lrg 1 BR, 850 sf. D/w, f/p, patio, huge yard by greenbelt! Sh’d w/d. $1095 incl hydro/cbl/Wifi. N/s. 604-306-5284

6615

Wanted To Rent

FAMILY OF 4 with furkids (dogs) looking for suite up/down whole house. Ladner. Reliable, quiet, n/s, can maintain yard. Janice 604 603-8252 RETIRED RELIABLE COUPLE seeking 2 br bsmt ste in Tsaw.

Ref’s avail. 604-375-6279

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

WAREHOUSE 600SF sf, Lease long/short term. $650/mo 604-943-3916 or 328-9981

HOME SERVICES 8060

8055

Cleaning

ACORN CLEANERS: new clients 10% off. Exp. Comm/Res. Supplies incld. 604-312-4483 EUROPEAN DETAILED Service cleaning. www.pumacleaning.ca Sophia 604-805-3376 EUROPEAN HOUSE Cleaning, Home/office Reliable, Efficient, Free est. Stella 604-946-7865

MATURE RELIABLE CLEANER Small jobs welcome.

Available in Ladner & Tsawwassen area.

Sheryl, 604-889-5770

QUALITY HOME CLEANING 1 time & regular cleaning.Free Est. Ref’s. $25/hr. 604-988-6830

8058

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8075

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Drywall

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Electrical

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RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL

8080

Electrical

E

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

8087

Excavating

# 1 BACKHOE, EXCAVATOR & BOBCAT

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

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

8090

Fencing/Gates

S&S LANDSCAPING & FENCING

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

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8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

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

8130

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SERVICE EXCELLENCE Need Help ?

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Call Ed 604.946.2191 604.219.4789

8130

Handyperson

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

8155

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8160

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PROPERTY SERVICES • Window Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning • Roof Cleaning • Power Washing

Residential & Commercial Window Cleaning • Power Washing Roof Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning & Installation Steve M. Harper Toll-Free: 1(877)906-9220 Mobile: (604)644-8046

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HOME SERVICES 8160

Lawn & Garden

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Lawn & Garden

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CASCADIA PAINTING

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

604-943-4024

BEST IN CLASS Painting

Low rates, 100% guar. Free est.

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Pruning, planting, landscape installation & maintenance.

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J&S Yard Services Father & son owned & operated.

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Call 778-999-4164

For anything Yard Related!

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Member: Better Business Bureau

Moving & Storage

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MILANO Painting 604-551-6510 Int/Ext. Good Prices. Free Est. Written Guar. Prof & Insured.

Paving/Seal Coating

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

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Plumbing

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Owned by Duff Fredricksen For all your Plumbing and Drainage needs.

Honest and reliable.

Competitive rates.

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Power Washing

BOUNDARY BAY WINDOW WASHING

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Best In Class Painting - Low rates, refs avail, 100% guaranteed Mark 778-323-1045

Main Plumbing and Drainage

FAIRWAY PAINTING

• Exterior house cleaning • Pressure Washing • Gutters

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MINI & MOBILE STORAGE

604-347-7888

Roofing

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Houses, Siding, Driveways, Patios, Painting, Yard Clean-up

Don’t wait. Call Ian Ferguson

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Renovations & Home Improvement

AL’S CERAMIC TILE

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ROOFING

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

Call Peter McLaughlin cell 604-619-4859

OUR SPECIALTY

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

Rob 604-946-4796

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

Commercial

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2 locations: LADNER

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Rubbish Removal

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Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

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Tiling

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Tree Services

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Window Cleaning

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Licensed, Insured, WCB

TMO Contracting

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SPRING SPECIAL

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Roofing

JJ Roofing • Repairs • Reroof • New Roof We cover the H.S.T.

SENIORS DISCOUNT WCB & Fully Insured

604-726-6345

8250

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

8255

Rubbish Removal

Abe Moving & Delivery & Rubbish Removal. Available 24 hours. Call Abe at: 604-999-6020

Roofing

RESIDENTIAL DIVISION LTD.

Personal -

8250

Moving & Storage

Need Space? We Have It!

• Lawn Mowing • Aeration • Spring Cleanups • Hedging Visa / MC / Debit Accepted

Power Washing

Pressure Washing

PLUMBERS

778-997-9582

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SPECIALS

8225

Phone: 604.946.9395 Cell: 604.812.7255

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

Insured/WCB

“All your lawn & garden needs”

GROUND FX LANDSCAPING LTD.

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

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

Painting/ Wallpaper

8195

Sunray Lawn & Garden Services

778.866.9505

Abe Moving & Delivery & Rubbish Removal. Available 24 hours. Call Abe at: 604-999-6020

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

Quality Work You Can Trust!

Interior & Exterior ★ EXCELLENT PRICES ★ Free Est./Written Guarantee

Landscape Maintenance Services

Moving & Storage

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Refer to the Home Services section for all your home improvement, decorating, and design needs.

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