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Safety firstEveryone asked to be carefulon roads as school starts 5

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Susan Mitchell arranges tables and chairs Tuesday in preparation for her Grade 2-3 students who start next week at Port Guichon Elementary School.

Back to class!

The Corporation of Delta isworking with the province to tryand alleviate a major traffic head-ache for many local commuters.

On most weekday afternoons,long traffic lineups start to formalong 62B Street as commut-ers try to make their way ontoHighway 99 and through theGeorge Massey Tunnel or southon Highway 17 and into Ladnerand Tsawwassen.

In an attempt to keep traf-fic flowing, Delta and the B.C.Ministry of Transportation arecoordinating the traffic signalsat the Highway 17 and Highway99 interchange as well as at 62BStreet and 60 Avenue, which cur-rently operate independently ofeach other.

“Coordinating the three setsof traffic signals should providesome congestion relief by opti-mizing vehicle throughput,” reada staff report presented to councilMonday night. “However, given

overall vehicle volumes and onlya single land northbound (duringafternoon rush hour), queuing willstill persist.”

Deputy director of engineer-ing Hugh Fraser told council staffexpects a slight improvementonce the signals are coordinated.However, significant improvementwill not be seen until the SouthFraser Perimeter Road opens.

“With the opening of the SouthFraser Perimeter Road at theend of 2013 by the province, itis expected that northbound and

southbound traffic volumes overHighway 99 will decrease onHighway 17 and 62B Street,” thereport states. “This decrease involume is expected to ease queuelengths and delays for commutertraffic.”

The project will cost an esti-mated $40,000, which will beshared between Delta and theprovince. The light at 62B Streetand 60 Avenue falls under Delta’sjurisdiction while the provincecontrols the two signals at high-ways 17 and 99.

The municipality has issued anexpression of interest for creativeproposals for the Seven Seasbuilding and the adjacent vacantsite that formerly contained theBrackman-Ker warehouse.

Following the expression ofinterest, a request for proposalswill be issued to short-listed pro-ponents by early October.

An evaluation and final rec-ommendation to council will bemade in November.

Council this year agreed to seeka private partner to redevelop themunicipally-owned sites on theLadner waterfront, a key part ofa redevelopment strategy for thearea.

A long-term lease, potentiallyup to 60 years or more, could begiven to bring a mix of new busi-nesses, acting as a catalyst forredevelopment of the downtowncore.

Formed in 2009, the DowntownLadner Waterfront RedevelopmentAdvisory Committee has beenmeeting with property owners andthe public to discuss the future ofthe area.

A consultant’s report recom-mended encouraging unique desti-nation restaurants and retailers, aswell as more businesses from thefood and beverage industry, butit’s not clear yet what will come.

The Ladner business scene con-tinues to undergo changes on itsown, meanwhile.

To be completed soon, a newbuilding is being constructed atthe former Johnny’s Store loca-tion at the corner of Elliott Streetand Arthur Drive. The two-storeybuilding will feature retail on the

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lower level and office spaceon the second floor. TheLowe family has ownedthe site at the entrance toLadner Village for morethan 40 years. RichardLowe said tenants havebeen lined up, but hecouldn’t say who’s movingin until arrangements havebeen finalized.

Across the street the KFCrestaurant a few weeks agoabruptly closed. Propertyowner, Ron Toigo told theOptimist the restaurant

decided to close while stillhaving several years left onits lease. The municipalityrecently announced it wouldbuy the site in order tobuild a new right-hand turnlane for Arthur Driver, sonorthbound traffic can turnmore easily onto LadnerTrunk Road. The KFCbuilding is to be torn downto create an expansion forMagee Park.

Meanwhile, a tenant hasfinally been found for theformer Village Inn pub

on Delta Street, a coupleof years after the buildingwas completely renovated.A new bar was supposedto be on the ground floor,but since a buyer couldn’tbe found, a Telus store willmove there instead. Theground floor will be dividedto house other businessesas well.

A Fat Burger restau-rant recently opened atthe Trenant Park Squareshopping centre, where anexpansion at London Drugsrecently finished. Fieldsand the walk-in clinic at themall closed.

Meantime, the former

Royal LePage office onLadner Trunk Road isundergoing an extensivemakeover to become hometo a new Scotiabank branch.

Toigo, who owns theproperty, noted he hadlooked at opening a WhiteSpot outlet at the locationbut the city wasn’t support-ive of having a drive-thruthere.

Another bank, though,will be a great addition forLadner, he said.

Further down LadnerTrunk Road, next to the 7-Eleven and Esso, construc-tion is planned for a newheritage-themed multi-ten-

ant commercial building,over 7,300-square-feet insize, called Ladner Gate.Noting it’s a high profilelocation, realtor MichaelAnderson said pre-leasingwill begin this summer,with construction to becompleted in the spring/summer 2012.

This year also saw somelocal businesses close whilenew ones opened. LadnerSushi is one of them,reopening this spring afterthe 48th Avenue restaurantwas forced to close due toa fire the year prior. Theblaze also gutted severalother business and residen-

tial units above. A coupleof those other businessesrelocated elsewhere in thevillage.

Ladner, though, will like-ly undergo an even moreradical transformation inthe next few years, depend-ing on what redevelopmentschemes will by allowed inthe revitalization strategy.

In an interview followinga public meeting this year,Coun. Scott Hamilton, whochairs the committee, saidthey will bring all the ideasback to the property own-ers to see if there’s enoughincentive for them to rede-velop.

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Now that it’s Septembercivic election campaignswill start kicking into highgear, but those on the out-side of Delta council want-ing in have already beenworking hard on the cam-paign trail.

Saying she wants thepeople of Delta to have areal say in their community,former councillor KristaEngelland is taking anothershot at the mayor’s job inthis November’s election.She announced her candi-dacy in May.

She’s been off councilfor three years after vacat-ing her seat in order to runagainst incumbent MayorLois Jackson.

Engelland, 49, who wasfirst elected to council in1993, finished second in the‘08 mayor’s race, althoughshe beat Jackson at theTsawwassen polls.

This time around,Engelland, who’s beenattending community eventsand meeting people duringthe summer, said the moodseems to be one of residentswanting a change at munici-pal hall.

“People aren’t articulat-ing specifics, but whatpeople are saying is they dowant a change in a broadercontext, and they’re readyfor that change,” she said.

Engelland is part of anew electoral organizationcalled One Delta, whichhasn’t announced yetwhether it will field a slateof other candidates or sim-

ply endorse candidates whoare like-minded.

Engelland noted socialmedia, including Facebook,has become a valuable toolto get the word out andgather input. One Deltahas also posted the first ofseveral surveys it plans toconduct at surveymonkey.com.

“That’s the focus of mycampaign, talking to peopleand hearing what they haveto say, because I don’t thinkwe’ve had a lot of that dur-ing this term of council,”she said.

Sylvia Bishop, mean-while, who ran for thevacant council seat in lastyear’s by-election, com-ing in second to Ian Paton,recently declared she’llrun for a council seat asan independent. In lastyear’s by-election she was

endorsed by Engelland, butin the upcoming electionBishop hasn’t officiallyjoined One Delta.

Engelland noted, “Peoplein Delta have a very fiercepassion about being anindependent, but being anindependent means youcan also still be part of aslate. I think that time willstill come. I think candi-dates will come forwardand they’ll be independentbut they’ll be endorsed byslates, so that is anotheroption.”

One Delta also plans tohost three town hall meet-ings in the fall, she said.

Engelland added the cur-rent mayor has drawn mostof her support from NorthDelta but the mood in thatcommunity is shifting.She noted the formationof another new electoral

organization called RenewDelta, formed by NorthDelta resident and businessowner Ranj Heer, is a signalthat people in that com-munity also think its abouttime for a change.

Saying they already havemore than 100 members,Heer told the Optimist hergroup plans to be fieldingcandidates and will put outa call for those interested inrunning on a Renew Deltaslate.

As far as Bishop’s cam-paign, she said she’s takingnothing for granted, eventhough she has a profileand garnered considerablesupport in the by-election.

When it comes to theissues, one of the big-gest remains the future ofthe Southlands property,according to Bishop, whoattended the Century

Group’s recent open houseon the company’s latesthousing proposal.

“I think all developmenthas to be considered on itsmerit and for me it has tobe the right development atthe right time for the rightreason and right place.I acknowledge CenturyGroup and (president) Sean(Hodgins) worked very hardto make something hap-pen with the land that theyown,” said Bishop.

“There’s still a lot ofunanswered questions inthe community. It’s still alarge scale developmentthat brings people and carsand pressures on infrastruc-ture... there are too manyunanswered questions andwould have to say the pro-posal as it stands right nowwould not work for me.”

Bishop also noted there

seems to be dissatisfac-tion in North Delta. Trafficremains a big issue butthere’s also “localized pock-ets” of neighborhood issues,Bishop noted.

Neil Corbett is also run-ning for a council seat.

He noted many com-munities now offer neigh-bourhood beautificationgrants that are available toresidents, students, serviceclubs, community groupsand small businesses. Thereis no reason why Delta can-not create the same type ofprogram, he said, statingthese programs allow own-ership neighbourhoods andencourage neighbour par-ticipation and communityinvolvement.

Other candidates areexpected to soon surfacenow that the summer vaca-tion months are over.

Campaign expected to heat upBY SANDOR GYARMATI

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Those on outside of Delta council already working hard in preparation for November’s municipal election

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Krista Engelland (left), Neil Corbett and Sylvia Bishop are getting ready for November’s municipal election.

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With the first day ofschool just a few daysaway, police are this weekreminding everyone to dotheir part to keep Deltaroads safe.

“The Delta police arehopeful everyone will dotheir part to ensure the safe-ty of our young people asthey return to their studies,”said Delta police spokesper-son Sgt. Sharlene Brooks.

With that in mind andmoving towards the goal ofmaking Delta’s roads thesafest in the province, thedepartment is implementingits Walk–Ride–Drive Backto School Traffic SafetyPlan.

“With the school yearstarting Sept. 6, the safetyof those traveling by foot,bike or vehicle is para-mount,” Brooks said. “Thefocus will be on educationand creating road safetyawareness to influencechange, making our roadssafer for everyone.”

Officers will focusefforts on increasing thesafety of everyone througha variety of strategies,

Brooks said. The depart-ment will utilize a num-ber of different resourcesincluding the CommunityPolice Stations and theirvolunteers, patrol officersand the traffic and schoolliaison units.

“There will be concen-trated efforts on road safetyissues throughout Delta andall school zones will be pri-mary target areas.”

Here are a few safety tipsfor the motoring public,pedestrians and cyclists tohelp reduce the potential ofinjury and carnage on Deltaroadways:

Motorists:• slow down; be aware of

your surroundings• avoid distractions while

the vehicle is in motion• buckle up• ensure all kids are in

proper child safety seats

• allow yourself suf-ficient travel time to reachyour destination safely

• for those picking upand dropping off students,remember to follow schoolidentified drop off andpick up procedures at yourrespective schools

Pedestrians:• when crossing the road

do so in a marked cross-walk

• make direct eye contactwith the driver to ensureyou have been seen prior tostepping into the crosswalk

• check all lanes of trafficbefore proceeding throughthe crosswalk to ensure it issafe to cross all lanes

• wear light coloured and/or reflective clothing

Motorcyclists/cyclists• wear a helmet• wear reflective gear• remember, motorcycles/

bicycles are hard to see“Whether you are walk-

ing, riding or driving, beaware and take care on ourroadways for everyone’ssake,” Brooks said.

Police implement traffic safety programEveryone reminded to do their part to keep roads safe as students head back to school in just a few days


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New gov’t guidelines to help with flood planningDelta’s location on floodplain puts the community at risk of flooding, some areas of dike in need of upgrades

Delta’s engineeringdepartment will be taking aclose look at newly releasedmaps and guidelines fromthe province on areas vul-nerable to flooding by 2100.

The report, CoastalFloodplain MappingGuidelines andSpecifications, recommendsstandards for topographicmapping and identifiesengineering requirementsfor establishing buildingelevations in coastal areas,a government news releasesays.

It also includes a samplefloodplain map showingpotential floodplain areas tothe year 2100, along withan engineering design brief.

The information is tohelp urban planners andlocal government officialsincorporate rising sea levelsinto flood-hazard area land-development decisions,such as official communityplans, zoning, subdivisionsand building permits.

The new guidelines com-plement a report releasedlast May on how rising sealevels will affect coastalB.C. over the next cen-

tury, titled Climate ChangeAdaptation Guidelinesfor Sea Dikes and CoastalFlood Hazard Land Use.

Rising sea levels couldcause flooding in MetroVancouver communitiesthat never had to deal withit before. Areas such asRichmond and Delta thatare already below sea leveland have sophisticatedsystems of dikes, largedrainage ditches and pumpstations. There’s about 61kilometres worth of dikesand seawalls in Delta.

Delta’s location on theFraser River floodplainputs the community atrisk of flooding, accordingto the municipality. Themain flood threat for Deltaoccurs from winter stormsand then along the FraserRiver in the late spring andearly summer, particularlywhen there’s a heavy snow-pack and a sudden spellof hot weather following acool spring. The area’s twomajor floods, in 1894 and1948, were both a result ofthis spring freshet.

The government reportlast May noted Delta has ahigh risk and consequencesof flooding, while the adap-tation options could include

protecting or accommodat-ing, or retreating by allow-ing no new development orredevelopment.

Today, Delta’s dike sys-tem is constructed to what’sdescribed as a 200-yearflood level, which meansthe risk of flooding is esti-mated to be 0.5 per cent ina given year. There is a 99.5per cent chance that flood-ing from high water will notoccur.

However, what’s not clearis how the current dike sys-tem will hold up with risingsea levels due to climatechange by 2100.

The engineering depart-ment will review the gov-ernment projections andreport back to council, saidDelta engineering directorSteven Lan,

Noting several dikeimprovements have beenundertaken in the BoundaryBay area and East Ladner,Lan described Delta’s dik-ing system as “robust” butthere’s areas identified forupgrades.

A 2007 Delta engineer-ing report noted that abreach of the diking systemwould result in the oceanflowing several kilometresinland.

At the Federation ofCanadian Municipalitiesconference in June, amotion by Delta wasendorsed calling on thesenior governments to worktogether to develop a fund-ing program to assist coast-al communities with floodprotection, as global warm-

ing poses a serious threatto Lower Mainland com-munities, many of whichare faced with the risk ofinland flooding and coastalsea level rise. The submis-sion by Delta notes, “Localgovernments in the LowerMainland have limitedeconomic resources. Many

do not have the financialcapacity to fund large-scaleadaption projects. For sea-side communities, thesetypes of adaption projectswill involve dike/seawallupgrades, improvements toforeshore protection, andland use planning and foodlevel policy changes.”

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The Lower Mainland Dike Inventory maps show the flood protection infrastructure regulated underthe Dike Maintenance Act. Delta engineering director Steven Lan said Delta has a robust dikingsystem.


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The team, comprisedof five firefighters and14 police officers, arrivedin New York City lastThursday for the interna-tional competition.

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Hurricane Irene tempo-rarily disrupted the sched-ule of events over the week-end but with things back ontrack the Bulls were slatedto make a run for a medal.

All together, there are 22Delta police officers and20 firefighters competingin various events including,golf, hockey, soccer, tennis,cycling and badminton.

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The Delta contingentalong with other WPFGparticipants will also beattending two special cer-emonies while they are inNew York — one honour-ing those who lost theirlives and the second is anopportunity for citizens toexpress their gratitude forthe support the city receivedlocally, nationally and inter-nationally after the attacks.

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Early long-haul truck drivers took B.C. roads less travelledTaking a look back at the early days of trucking as industry recognizes National Trucking Week Sept. 4-10

One hundred years ago,when motor vehicles werein the process of replac-ing the horse-drawn wagonas the principal means oftransporting goods, truckersin British Columbia werechallenged by a road net-work that had not changedmuch since the days of thegold rush and the muletrain.

Reluctant to challengethe mountain rangesand river canyons of theInterior, road builders hadnot expanded their activitiesbeyond the main populationareas in the southwesterncorner of the province.

When a few local cartersgot together in Vancouver in1913 to create the GeneralCartage and StorageAssociation, the forerunnerof today’s B.C. TruckingAssociation, it was not evenpossible for a venturesometrucker — and there were afew in those early days —to drive his Model A Fordone-ton from the LowerMainland to the Interiorwithout making a detourthrough the United States.

There were simply noroads connecting the coast

to the hinterland.You could say that long-

haul trucking got underwayin the province on May 24,1927. That was the day thatthe Fraser Canyon Highwayofficially re-opened, fol-lowing the route of the oldCariboo Road from Hope toSpences Bridge.

The original wagonroad had been destroyedby railway builders duringthe 1880s and it had takenclose to a half century to re-establish road contact withthe Interior.

Not that the new CanyonHighway was much bytoday’s standards.

It was a narrow ribbonof gravel cut into the sideof the winding gorge withsteep, unguarded sidesfalling away hundreds ofmetres to the roaring riverbelow. Snow removal beingnon-existent, it was onlyopen from the beginningof May to the middle ofNovember, and even in theopen season it was oftenblocked by washouts, slidesand freak snowstorms. Butit was a beginning.

The truck drivers whotravelled this dauntingstretch of road had nervesof steel. Andy Craig wasone of them. Craig, who

later wrote a history of theearly industry, explainedthat most truckers likedto use the road at nightto avoid car traffic. Hedescribed how he kept aspotlight aimed at the edgeof the road “because it hada nasty habit of falling intothe Fraser River withoutwarning”.

Craig recalled that “weseldom made a trip withoutfinding some unlucky soulwho had hit a rock slide, orgone over the bank, or bro-ken through an old bridge.”

It took days, not hours,for a truck to reach theOkanagan from Vancouver.Even when it was pavedin the mid-1930s, the roadwas so narrow that whentwo vehicles met one hadto back up to the nearestpullout to allow the otherto pass.

The Canyon Highwaywas a bottleneck as muchas a breakthrough. TheAlexandra Bridge northof Yale could only handlerigs that were no longerthan 30 feet. The situationimproved at the end of 1949when the opening of theHope-Princeton provided analternative route and largerrigs could begin makingtheir circuitous way to the

Interior. But the big trucksstill couldn’t handle theCanyon until 1962 when anew Alexandra Bridge wentin.

Of course, once past theOkanagan early truckersstill faced the barrier of theSelkirk Mountains. For thelongest time there was noroad at all across the middleof the province.

Then in 1940 the govern-ment pushed through theBig Bend Highway joiningRevelstoke to Golden via alooping 300-kilometre longgravel road. For the firsttime a vehicle could drivefrom Alberta to the coastwithout swinging souththrough the States.

But just because it waspossible did not mean itwas easy.

The Big Bend was awinding, dusty obstaclecourse, blocked by snowfor much of the year. Onetravel writer called it “theloneliest road in America”.Understandably, truckersdid not rush to use it.

No, it was not until theTrans-Canada Highwayopened across Rogers Passin 1962, cutting severalhours off the trans-provin-cial route and providing asafe, paved road surface

for vehicles of all types,that finally you could saythe pioneer period in B.C.trucking had come to aclose.

Today we accept theimportance of the truckingindustry to the economicwell-being of the province.

But as we travel in com-fort along one of B.C.’smany modern highways, wemight take a few momentsto consider how much we

owe those early truckerswho risked their loads, andsometimes their lives, tonavigate the primitive goattrails that passed for roadsin early British Columbia.

Historian Daniel Francisis at work on an illustratedhistory of the truckingindustry in B.C. It will bepublished in 2013 to cel-ebrate the 100th anniver-sary of the B.C. TruckingAssociation (BCTA).

BY DANIEL FRANCIS

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Financialmind setmust change

TEDMURPHY

MURPHY’SLAW

It’s one thing when governments makea mess of their own finances, but it’sharder to take when they’re doing it tomine.

Like many others, I’ve watched myretirement savings go on a roller coasterride the last few years thanks to a varietyof factors, most of them taking place wellbeyond our country’s borders.

I realize personal and public financesare inextricably linked, but for the mostpart I figured there was enough separa-tion between what our government did, tosay nothing of foreign ones, and what Iwas up to that everything would be OK.

I figured mounting government debtwould eventually lead to even highertaxes and likely reduced services andbenefits, but as long as I dutifully put15 per cent of my pay cheque in a RRSPaccount every two weeks, I would builda nest egg that would ensure I wasn’t toodependent on the folks in Ottawa. I washeeding that ever-present warning aboutnot relying on a cash-strapped govern-ment during my golden years.

Trouble is, they still got me.I can’t say it was necessarily the gang

in Ottawa as much as it was their col-leagues around the world, but misman-agement of the public purse, coupledwith less than stringent regulations on ahost of financial matters, have createdreverberations so large they’ve shakeneven the most modest investor.

I had only recently begun to peek atmy RRSP statements after taking a two-year break, but last month’s meltdown,fueled primarily by the debt ceilingcircus in the U.S., will undoubtedly putthem in hiding for a while longer.

I recognize there’s a massive amountof pressure on politicians, here and else-where, to provide ever-increasing servic-es, so short-term, debt-inducing thinkinghas unfortunately become the norm.

But at some point — we’re actuallybeyond it now — that mind set has tochange, for both politicians and thosewho elect them.

Cutting too quickly can stagnate theeconomy and make matters even worse,but mounting debt has already proven it’snot the answer.

I don’t profess to have the solutions toa worldwide financial crisis, but I knowit’s gone too far when governments ofcountries I’ve never set foot in, and somethat I have, are routinely taking shots atmy retirement portfolio. It doesn’t seemright, or fair, to put everyday, hard-work-ing folks through such a ringer.

By socking away money every cheque,I feel I’m doing the responsible thing. Iwish I could say politicians were doingthe same.

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I’m not holding my breath untilthe HST is well and truly out ofour lives.

For one thing, I can’t hold mybreath for more than about 35 sec-onds without getting very uncom-fortable, and Madame Christywon’t start negotiating for theremoval of our HST wart with Dr.Stephen Harpo until at least thisweekend. And expect those “nego-tiations” to take a good bit of time.

Nope.You’ll be able to get hip replace-

ment surgery — for both hips — inless time than this HSTectomy isgoing to take. Frankly, while I’mgame to be pleasantly surprised,I’m not convinced it’s going tohappen at all. Sorry. (And evenmore sorry about how silly I’lllook when — hopefully — it turnsout I’m wrong.) This may be justmy cynical side, born of too manyyears of watching politicians crawl-ing out of the cracks and cranniesof the nether parts of reality.

But I don’t believe for a momentthat we’re done with this HSTthing.

Before Christy can get rid of theHST, she’ll will have to negotiate a

deal with Ottawa.Let’s consider that federal

finance minister Jim Flahertyalready got on his hind legs — justbefore the HST ballots were count-ed — and said he was “confident”that B.C.’s provincial governmentwould honour it’s part of the HSTbargain — which is to say, keep it.

Also consider the strength ofChristy’s negotiating position,when her own finance minister,Kevin Falcon, has made it clear hethinks B.C.’s anti-HST voters blewit. Will My-Way-IS-The HighwayFalcon bring the same negotiatingskills to Ottawa that he used to beardown on Langley Township councilover the Mufford overpass? Ottawamay not be quite so easy to bully.

And everyone is already talk-ing about how we’re going to havepay the feds back their $1.6 billionHST bribe... forgetting that we’vegot only a portion of that money sofar. Plus we’re being primed withestimates of how incredibly long itwill take to make the huge switchback to the HST.

Let’s step into my handy-dandyWells-O-Matic Time Machine andtake a peek at what next springmight hold for us, shall we?

Christy calls an election afterhaving been thwarted by Ottawa inher efforts to “listen to the people”and negotiate the death of the HST.She runs on the “I Tried” platform,pointing out that the feds wouldn’t

let us switch back to PST/GSTbecause they didn’t really believethat the referendum was about theHST, but about the “way it wasdone”.

The only way to kill the HST,she speechifies, is to re-elect theBC Liberals. If we re-elect Christyand her solidly pro-democracy/anti-HST party, the feds will have toknow that the Yes vote was reallyanti-HST, and not just lingeringanti-Gordon Campbell resentment.

Electing the NDP, she will pointout, will only prove that the peopleof B.C. are still angry at the BCLiberals, and never REALLY want-ed to kill the HST.

The only way for the Yes voteultimately to win will be to re-electthe BC Liberals. Then, after B.C.re-elects Gordo’s legacy party,Christy can say, “You re-elected usto do what’s best for B.C.’s econo-my. And the HST is what’s best forB.C.’s economy.”

Still later, when Harper calls afederal election and needs to keephis B.C. seats, he will point his fin-ger at Christy, blame the continuedHST on her, and after re-winninghis majority government againsta flailing fedLib party and a still-strengthening NDP, declare thatthe results prove that the people ofB.C. really wanted to keep the HSTall along.

Bob Groeneveld is the editor atthe Langley Advance

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Letters to the Editor

Editor:Re: NIMBYism making

Tsaw. Stagnate, letter to theeditor, Aug. 31

Writer Mr. Bolen makesthe same logical misstep asothers before him, in equat-ing so called NIMBYismwith land zoning. He statesthat “Boundary Bay shouldnot have the ability to con-trol what does and does nothappen on a private owner’sland.”

If I wished to build agas station next to Mr.Bolen’s residence, argu-ing that it would be for thecommunity’s greater good,I’m sure I would meet withstiff resistance. So it goes

with the Southlands. It iszoned agricultural, and yes,the citizens of South Deltahave every right to oppose a

zoning change to residentialstatus. If the property ownerwished to farm the land,there would be no voiceof protest from us folks inBoundary Bay.

The so-called NIMBYattitudes have a greatercomplexity then Mr. Bolenallows.

To mention just a few:traffic, support services,wildlife, and protection ofagricultural land for futuregenerations.

Despite Mr. Bolen’sother assertion, the gates ofTsawwassen are not closedto others.

The new TsawwassenSprings development offersmany opportunities to newhome buyers, and the cur-rent Real Estate Weekly has32 pages of local homes forsale.

Peter Nemeth

Gates of Tsaw. are open

Editor:I have just finished read-

ing today’s (Wednesday,Aug. 31) letters to the edi-tor, and am struck by therelevance of some of theviewpoints expressed.

As for Ms. Clark, let’shope that the results of theHST vote will be an eye-opener. Or is there reallyany chance that this govern-ment will “walk the talk”?

As for Mr. Bolen’s letter,what can I say that hasn’talready been said? Perhapsnothing except what is

wrong with Boundary Bayresidents wishing to retainthe wonderful, laid-back

character of their neigh-bourhood including the

attributes which Bolen sodecries?

This community willnever reach consensus onSouthlands. Mayor andcouncil must realize thatregardless of what deci-sion they make, they willbe damned if they do anddamned if they don’t.One answer is to put theSouthlands question on themunicipal election ballotas a referendum question,and let the voting majoritydecide.

Anita den Dikken

If the property ownerwished to farm theland, there would beno voice of protestfrom us folks inBoundary Bay.

Mayor and councilmust realize thatregardless of whatdecision they make,they will be damnedif they do anddamned if they don’t.

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Letters to the Editor

Intersection tough to useMayor and council:

Are you trying to makethe three-way intersectionat 1st Avenue and 56thStreet more difficult to usethat it already is? Recently,workers embedded wiringin 1st that causes cars andtrucks to trigger the walksignal — since when didautomobilists drive as ifthey were wanting to walkacross a street? 56th Streetin this case. Shouldn’t therebe a red-amber-green set oflights for traffic wishing toturn north and south to goalong with the traffic-trig-gered walk signal?

And what about thatdinky little “Do Not BlockIntersection” sign sus-pended above the cross-walk? Could you make itjust a little smaller so thatno driver has a hope inhell of seeing it let alone

reading it and heeding it?Oh, I know there’s a largerversion of this dinky signposted on the shoulder,but when American-bound

traffic — which includestankers, trucks and semis— is backed up two laneswide down 56th, it is oftenobscured or ignored bythose who block this inter-section out of fear thatthose wanting to turn from1st might sneak into the

border line-up ahead ofthem.

Making that suspendedsign just a little smaller yetwould give these louts abigger excuse yet to blocktraffic from 1st.

And the NEXUS lane:Since when did the outsidelane north of the intersec-tion, down 56th, become anextension of the NEXUSlane?

I’ve read that there’s awiseacre in Delta’s employwho doesn’t understand thisintersection, so he doesn’tfeel it needs his attention letalone proper traffic signals.

Perhaps we could sus-pend him beside thatdinky “Do Not BlockIntersection” sign until hegets it?

Greg J. Edwardscc: Delta Optimist

Editor:Re: Brochure misleads

Tsawwassenites, letter tothe editor, Aug. 26

Victor Souliere cor-rectly identifies a mislead-ing aspect of the CenturyGroup’s Southlands bro-chure regarding the inevita-ble traffic impacts of devel-opment. Another misleadingfactor in this brochure is theamount of farmland to beleft available. Subtractingthe development area fromthe total area and imply-ing that the remaining 430acres is farmland ignoresthe three parks shown onthe Century layout plan.

More importantly, Mr.

Murphy’s Aug 26th edi-torial risks misleadingTsawwassenites when itrefers to the Southlandsanti-development stanceof election candidatesEngelland and Bishop. Thecurrent council seems benton accepting an applicationfrom Century Group witha first reading on Sept 12.This leaves ample time forpublic hearings and a finalapproval by council beforethe November 19 electiondate. Tsawwassenites mayact too late if they think thatthey can wait to influencethis decision at the ballotbox.

Adrian Wightman

Editor:Re: Premier in town forround-table, Aug. 24

How interesting thatPremier Christy Clark hasattended an ‘open govern-ment’ meeting in SouthDelta. It is not clear, how-ever, who arranged themeeting, who was invitedand why. The omissions aremore glaring. Neither MLAVicki Huntington nor MLAGuy Gentner were invitedand most importantly, norwas the public. Concernedgroups of citizens askedMs. Clark’s predecessormany times to face thepublic in both Delta ridingsand listen to concerns of the

people who live here, buthe, too, attended only pri-vate events.

The largest destroyerof farmland in the LowerMainland and Fraser Valleyis the provincial govern-ment, paving withoutrestraint for unnecessarymega-projects. I can’t seeany change in policy ortactics in Ms. Clark’s latestmove. Holding a privatemeeting and calling it ‘opengovernment’ shows nounderstanding of that term.I agree wholeheartedly withDebbie McBride in anotherexcellent column. Don’tgive up, get active.

Wilma Haig

Making thatsuspended sign justa little smaller yetwould give theselouts a bigger excuseyet to block trafficfrom 1st.

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It’s not every day that miracles happen, but when people and animals worktogether in a safe supportive environment all dreams can become a reality.Pony Pals Therapeutic Riding Association in Delta is a haven where childrenand adults with disabilities and medical diagnoses can experience true freedomand success on the back of their friend the horse.

PPTRA is located at 3885 96th st, and offers award-winning programs at anominal fee to 60 clients each week. We are home to Canada’s 2011 Equine

Shining Star POPTART as voted by Canadian Horse Journal and to the Delta Chamber ofCommerce’s Rising Star 2010 PPTRA founder and Head Coach Candice Miller.

Leaving behind wheelchairs, crutches, personal aides and thestigma attached to being “different”, riders mount up and ride asequals with their able-bodied peers. The over-all health benefits aremany; we have seen children take their first unassisted steps after ariding session and speak their first words on their therapy pony.

PPTRA is a registered charity receiving no government support;we run on donations, fundraisers and sponsorships. Since wewere established in 2008 with 1 pony, 1 coach, 1 volunteer and 5riders, we now offer 8 equine therapists, 4 coaches serving over60 riders weekly and 20 volunteers! Our mandated non-waitlistedprogram ensures children who require this form of therapy canreceive it.

Our largest fundraiser of the year is the Special Riders Raffle-over $9000 worth of prizes including 2 tickets to anywhere

WESTJET flies, a Big Screen TV anda Little Cottage Company children’splayhouse valued at $5000 donated by Diamond Delivery. Ticketsare only $10 each and all proceeds go directly to keeping theprogram operating for the kids! Call 604-590-0097 or [email protected] to buy your tickets- there are only 2,000available!

Winning tickets will be drawn at 4 pm during our first annual OpenHouse at our brand-new customized facility on Saturday Octoberthe 1st from 12-5 pm. Pony rides, demonstrations, BBQ, Doorprizes and more! Come out and support the kids!

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In the next couple of months it’s going to become safer for families going to Diefenbaker Park.Delta council several weeks ago approved the installation of a full traffic signal at 1st Avenue and56th Street in Tsawwassen. Concern about the safety of making left turns from 1st Avenue onto56th Street was brought up earlier this year and council asked staff to look at the possibility ofconverting the current pedestrian-activated signal into a full traffic signal. The intersection is thelast one in Tsawwassen before the Point Roberts border crossing and often the border line upextends down 56th Street, blocking sight lines at the intersection. With the opening of the newwater playground at Diefenbaker Park, more motorists will be turning left out of 1st Avenue whenexiting the park, increasing the need for a vehicle-actuated signal, according to the engineeringdepartment. Council was recently told staff are proceeding with the design of a full traffic signalwhich will be installed in the early fall, but in the interim the left turn lane on 1st Avenue willbecome vehicle-actuated with the installation of a detector loop. For notification purposes, sig-nage will be installed on both streets to inform approaching motorists that the traffic signal pat-tern has changed. The estimated $150,000 cost will come from surplus funds from another civicproject that came in under budget.

New traffic signal announced

The Run Inn and mem-bers of the Delta PoliceCops for Cancer Tour deValley team are invitingDeltans out for a fun fam-ily fundraising event nextweekend.

Cops “Run Inn” ForCancer features a five-kilo-metre fun run, a 2.5-kmkids run and a pancakebreakfast with all proceedsgoing to the CanadianCancer Society for pediatric

cancer research and pro-grams.

Participants will be ableto meet members of theCops for Cancer JuniorTeam and support a won-derful cause.

The event is on Sunday,Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. until12 p.m. at the Run Inn inTsawwassen.

Cost will include a Cops“Run Inn” For Cancer T-shirt, participation in the

run, breakfast provided byTOOBs and a chance to winsome great prizes.

Registration costs $30for adults and $10 for kids(includes the run and break-fast).

Register in person atthe Run Inn, which islocated at 1212B 56th St.,Tsawwassen or call 604-943-4661. For more infoabout Cops for Cancer visitwww.copsforcancerbc.ca.

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the U.S. is a prime example of life’snecessities becoming commodities tobe bought and sold. This has resultedin a Dickensque tale of heart grind-ing “home” loss with specters ofbanks and speculators profiting fromthe misery of others.

We all share in the system’s “sin”.If I am the buyer, I want it cheap. IfI am the seller, I want the highestprice. That may be good for antiquesbut not for life’s necessities.

At Ladner United, we have a pieceof property that we wish to sell/develop for above market value. Yes,it is for a good cause. The restora-tion of an historic village landmarkand rebuilding our facilities to serveChrist’s mission. Yet, the greatestprofit is high-end housing.

This means young homeown-ers look east and their children sitin other community’s classrooms.Residents currently occupying a

lucrative investment fear that afford-able/high density housing willdestroy the “ethos”. Aging babyboomers fret about where they willfind a place without stairs.

Recently I spent a few daysin historic Geneva. I asked ourwhy all the buildings appeared tonumerous floors added after theoriginal construction? During theProtestant Reformation, thousandsof Protestants fleeing persecution inFrance were welcomed to Geneva.Where to house them? The answerwas to build “higher” because peopleneeded a “home”.

That story strangely warms myheart as I contemplate the futurehousing crisis in South Delta. JimShort can be reached a [email protected].

Correction: A Minister’s Minutecolumn by John Struthers ran lastweek with Paul Woehrle’s byline andphoto. The Optimist regrets the error.


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Benediction LutheranChurch

5575 6th Avenue (56th St. at 6th Ave.)

Tel: 604-943-3432

SUNDAYS, 10 AMWorship & Christian Education

“All are warmly welcomed to worshipwith us as we Celebrate God’s Grace.”

Pastor Courtenay Reedman

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THIS SUNDAY10:00am Worship Service

Speaker: Larry Schram“Do We Know

What We Are?”5300 - 44th Ave., Ladner 604-946-7410

(Corner of 44th Ave and Arthur Dr.)Youth Pastor - Dan Peters

Worship Pastor - Roy Salmond

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St.Andrew's ChurchSUNDAY

9:00 am

Please note change of time

Service of Holy Communion

1710 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC(South Delta Artists’ Guild Arts Gallery)

(at the Longhouse, next to SD Rec Centre)

Clergy: The Rev. Mike Dobson

www.standrewsdeltabc.org

Welcomes youCome worship with us

on SundaySept. 4, 2011 10:30am

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Message by:

Pastor Dave EsauInformation:

4594 – 54A Street, Ladner, B.C.Call: 604-946-7033

Email: [email protected]: www.ladnercrc.com

Pastor: Henry JonkerYouth Pastor: Jed Schoepp

LADNER GOSPELASSEMBLY

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SUNDAY SUMMER HOURS10:00 AM Coffee & Refreshments

10:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICEBiblical Counsellors from Olive

Branch Counselling are available tothe community on Tuesdays, 1-6pmCall Craig & Jan at 778-668-0677

St. David’sAnglican Church

1115 - 51A Street, Tsawwassen • 604-943-4737

Sunday Services8:00 am - Holy Communion(Book of Common Prayer)

10:00 am - Holy Communion(Book of Alternative Services)

with youth and children's programs

Wednesdays11:00 am Mid-week Eucharist (BCP)

and lunch

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Home of the South Delta Food Bank& Creation Station Daycare

Sunday Service at 10:00 am+ Nursery & Children Services

Pastors: Danny Stebeck, Gabriel Torrealba

5545 Ladner Trunk Rd., Delta, B.C., V4K 1X1604.946.4430 • www.ladnerlife.com

Ladner Christian Fellowship

693 53rd St., Tsawwassen604-943-2911

Sundays 10AMWorship Servicewww.tsawwassenunited.org

Minister: the Rev. Dan KirkegaardMusic Director: Sandra Dawn Nash

LadnerUnitedChurch

“A Heart for God…in the Heart of the Village”

4960-48th Avenue, LadnerPhone 604-946-6254www.ladnerunited.org

The Rev. Jim Short

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In the Community

A free workshop willhelp Tsawwassen familiesbetter cope with the impactof Alzheimer’s disease andrelated dementias.

Life After Diagnosis andNavigating the Health CareSystem, offered by the non-profit Alzheimer Societyof B.C., takes place onWednesday, Sept. 21.

From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

participants will receivebasic information ondementia and the impactit has on the individual,caregivers, families and thecommunity, as well as anoverview of the progressionof Alzheimer’s disease.

“They will have anopportunity to learn aboutthe diagnosis, different pro-grams and services avail-

able in the community, theimportance of planning forthe future, and strategies forliving well,” says AnthonyKupferschmidt, the society’sregional support and educa-tion co-ordinator.

The workshop, for peoplewith a diagnosis of demen-tia, caregivers and familymembers, takes place at theTsawwassen Library.

The workshop fee is bydonation. Seats are limitedso pre-registration is strong-ly encouraged.

For more informationor to register, call 604-238-7390 or e-mail [email protected].

The workshop is partiallyfunded by RBC Foundation,Pfizer Canada Inc., NovartisPharmaceuticals Canada

Inc., Frank and YvonneMcCracken Foundation,the provincial government,Provincial EmployeesCommunity Services Fund,and the Phyliss and Irving

Snider Foundation.For more informa-

tion on Alzheimer’s andrelated dementias, visit thesociety’s website at www.alzheimerbc.org.

Alzheimer Society offers free workshop in Tsaw.“They will have an opportunity to learnabout the diagnosis, different programs andservices available in the community, theimportance of planning for the future, andstrategies for living well.”

Anthony Kupferschmidt

Legion helps trio of groups

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The Ladner Legion recently donated $2,500 to the George DerbyCentre, a veteran’s care facility in Burnaby. Pictured left to rightare Yoying Orosa and Ron and Gail Erickson.

The Ladner Legion recently donated $1,000 to Delta’s Meals onWheels (above). Pictured are George Koka, Henry Neufeld (presi-dent of Meals on Wheels), Linda Easdown and Bob TaggartAnother donation, this one totaling $1,500, went to Deltassist(below). Pictured are Bob Taggart, Lynne Walker (Deltassist) andGeorge Koka.


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In the Community

After weeks of trainingand multiple fundraisingevents, eight dedicatedmembers of Team SuttonSeafair climbed onto theirbicycles for a gruellingtwo-day, 240-kilometre ridefrom Aldergrove to Seattle.

They raised $26,000 forthe B.C. Cancer Foundationthrough the Enbridge Rideto Conquer Cancer. KathyDickinson, a realtor atSutton Group – SeafairRealty and the team cap-tain, credits her colleaguesfor their willingness to par-ticipate in the long distanceride and the enthusiast sup-port of a large network ofrealtors, staff, friends andclients.

“At an office meeting inTsawwassen and Richmond,I encouraged others tojoin me in this worthwhilecause,” says Dickinson. “Iexplained that it would be achallenge to train and par-ticipate in this event, but it’snothing like the challengethat those who have cancerface every day.”

It was Dickinson’s love

of cycling and her desireto give back that motivatedher to sign up and inspireothers to join her. She wasable to attract seven teammembers including real-tors Don Ross, BridgetRoss and Ben Lim fromthe Tsawwassen office, andMerilee McCaffery andIzabela Wasiela from theRichmond office, alongwith “many supporting castmembers.”

Each bicyclist wasrequired to raise a minimumof $2,500 in pledges andcomplete fitness training.

She notes that in additionto individual fundraisingefforts, the team organizeda bingo night, a pub nightand a luncheon to raisemoney for the cause.

“The highlight for mewas coming through thefinish line with the smil-ing faces of friends, familymembers and co-workerscheering us on. A specialthanks to Scott Russell, ourBroker, who had Suttonjerseys made up for us, andMarie Piperni and ArliePiperni who went above andbeyond to help us organize

fundraisers, co-ordinate thedesign and ordering of thejerseys and assisting us withthe fundraisers.”

Although the weatherwas rainy and cool for thisJune 18-19, 2011 event,

Kathy is happy to reportthat the entire Team SuttonSeafair has signed up againfor next year.

Across B.C. and thePacific Northwest, 2,879people rode in this year’sEnbridge Ride to ConquerCancer raising $11.1 mil-lion. Since 2009, the Ridehas raised $27.2 million.

Sutton realtors raise $26,000Group of eight complete bike ride fundraiser for BC Cancer Foundation

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Pictured left to right: Kathy Dickinson, Bridget Ross, Ben Lim,Izabela Wasiela, Merilee McCaffery.

“I explained thatit would be achallenge to trainand participate in thisevent, but it’s nothinglike the challengethat those who havecancer face everyday.”

Kathy Dickinson


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In the Community

Earthwise Society iscelebrating an abundanttomato harvest with itsTomato Festival at thefourth Earthwise MarketDay of the season onSaturday, Sept. 17 from 10a.m. to 2 p.m. The irresist-ible heirloom tomatoes(over 40 varieties!) grownat Earthwise will be puton display and showcasedfor comparison of colours,smells, and tastes. Browsethe smorgasbord of organi-cally grown treats — tryan exotic Thai Pink Eggtomato, or perhaps a YellowCookie or a black AfricanQueen variety.

The Tomato Festival willfeature freshly harvestedproduce from the EarthwiseFarm along with localfood and artisan vendors.Customized flower arrange-

ments from the EarthwiseGarden will be made toorder, and our ecologicalgardening experts will helpyou select plants from theEarthwise Nursery for yourhome fall gardening proj-ects.

Start your day in ayummy way with a pancakebreakfast prepared by theTsawwassen Lions club,from 10 to 11 a.m. Later.You can enjoy the taste ofEarthwise tomatoes withpizza fresh from outdoorcob oven.

Enjoy your food withmusic. Earthwise MarketDays are a showcasefor local musical talent.Featured are the hip soundsof Social Revolts and thecatchy tunes of the JPegs.Social Revolts featuresthe young dynamic duo of

Kenzie Peters and TaylorReynold, covering favoritesfrom artist ranging fromTom Petty to the Jackson 5.

Back again at Earthwiseare the popular JPegs,Jenny Lundgren and PegKeenleyside.

The JPegs have beenperforming together since2009, sharing vocals, richharmonies and acousticguitars on a wide range ofpop standards, Canadianfolk classics and contem-porary singer-songwritertunes. The JPegs also offerkids songs that invite youngaudience participation, sobring the family and yourdancing shoes, and plan toenjoy the show.

Earthwise MarketDays are a communityexperience, unique to theEarthwise Farm.

If you are interested inbeing part of these eventsas a volunteer or want to

know more, please contactEarthwise. Earthwise islocated at 6400 3rd Ave inTsawwassen. There is plen-ty of free parking and easy

access for all.For more information

www.earthwisesociety.bc.ca or contact us at [email protected]. Call

604-946-9828.Visit the Earthwise

Farm and Garden at 64003rd Ave, Boundary BayTsawwassen.

Earthwise marks harvest with Tomato FestivalEvent to feature produce, food and artisan vendors, flower arrangements, pancake breakfast and entertainment

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Customized flower arrangements from the Earthwise Garden will be made to order at the upcom-ing Tomato Festival.


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Agroup of four SouthDelta Artists’ Guildmembers are show-

ing their work during atwo-week exhibit at theTsawwassen LonghouseGallery.

The guild’s vice-presidentLennart Osterlind, has thehighest number of pieces inthe show, titled A Changeof Seasons, with over 50.

“We tried to have pic-tures in all sizes and allprice ranges,” he says.

He’s joined by fellow art-ists Gary Fox, Vern Hanslerand Dawn Waugh.

Osterlind’s work in theshow ranges from sum-mer scenes, to skiers to artinspired by safari trips.

He says he has twofortes: ink drawings and oilpaintings.

Most of his pieces in thisexhibit are reasonably new.

Osterlind, who worked asa graphic designer for manyyears in his native Sweden,attended the prestigiousSchool of Applied Art inStockholm for three years,his website states.

Ladner’s Fox has about14 pieces in the show.They’re mostly west coastlandscapes.

“I like realism in mypaintings. I like realisticcolours,” he says.

Hansler, 85, is an honou-rary member of the guild.He’s been painting for 30years.

Many of his acrylics inthe show are of boats.

Waugh has been a mem-ber of the guild for aboutsix years.

She has a number ofGiclee prints of her originalpaintings at the exhibit.

She enjoys painting flow-ers because of the realismand colours.

“The colours are quitespectacular.”

Some of the prints areof award-winning flowersfrom the American HibiscusSociety while others arebased off of photos she tookwhile in Hawaii.

A Change of Seasonsruns at the TsawwassenLonghouse Gallery (adja-cent to the South DeltaRecreation Centre) untilSept. 12. Times are 11 a.m.to 4 p.m. daily.

BY DAVE WILLIS

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Artists get together for showA Change of Seasons runs until Sept. 12 at the Longhouse Gallery

PHOTOS BY CHUNG CHOW

Lennart Osterlind (left), is joined by Dawn Waugh, Gary Fox and Vern Hansler for an art exhibi-tion at the Tsawwassen Longhouse Gallery.

What would life bewithout colour and light?Without beauty?

Most would agree itwould be sorely lacking anddreary.

An upcoming show,PaintScapes andGlassShapes II, at theFort Gallery has an abun-dance of both: abstractacrylic paintings by DortheEisenhardt and fused glass-work by Judy Jones and it

bears witness to the twoTsawwassen artists’ love ofcolour and light as well astheir delight in their materi-als and in the process ofcreating beauty.

Both artists have beenmembers of the collectivefor several years and areshowing all new work cre-ated during the year follow-ing their show PaintScapesand GlassShapes I in 2010.

Eisenhardt is an experi-

enced and intuitive painterwith a strong affinity fornature. In her work she is

mainly concerned with theinteraction of colour, lightand space.

“I look at each paintingas a symphony of colours,”she says, “and as a celebra-tion of the natural worldaround me. The paintingsare a tribute to a world thatwe are very much a partof.”

Jones has worked withfused glass for many yearsand her vibrant work bearswitness to her vivid imagi-nation and her ability tofind new and unique ways

of experimenting with thefluidity and vibrancy ofglass.

“It is always a surprise toopen the kiln and see howthe colours of the spectrumhave played with eachother,” she says.

The show runs fromSept. 14 to Oct. 2 at theFort Gallery, 9048 GloverRd., Fort Langley. An open-ing reception is set for Sept.16 from 7 to 9 p.m.

I look at each painting as asymphony of colours and asa celebration of the naturalworld around me.

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leisure&lifestyles travel

The Maya medicinewoman smeared ahandful of green,

aromatic mud onto myforehead, binding it witha strip of cloth, as shehad done on the soles ofmy feet and the palms ofmy hands. I looked like amummy in mid-wrap. The“mud” was actually a poul-tice of ground cacao beansand nine medicinal herbs.Aurora had picked themfresh from her garden, and Iwatched as she chopped andblended them in her kitch-en. She told me the treat-ment would draw out badspirits and give me moreenergy, and I should liedown for 30 minutes whilethe herbs did their work.

I could have used moreenergy a few days earlierwhen I was climbing upa Maya pyramid at AltunHa. I had come to Belize tolearn about the Maya. Whydid the people who builtsuch sophisticated cities

more than ten centuries agosuddenly vanish from his-tory? And what about theirmysterious calendar? Doesits stopping at December21, 2012 foretell an apoca-lypse?

Altun Ha is one of themost popular of more thana dozen partially restoredMaya archaeological sites.Its location, about an hour’sdrive from Belize City,makes it convenient for the600,000 cruise ship pas-sengers per year who visitthe city.

My knees were wob-bly from climbing up theTemple of the Green Tomb,so I decided not to join thecolumn of tourists snakingtheir way up to the top ofthe Temple of the MasonryAltars. The largest pyramidat Altun Ha, it is wherearchaeologists from theRoyal Ontario Museum in1968 discovered Belize’smost important Maya arte-fact, a jade head of the SunGod, Kinich Ahau. There isa drawing of the temple onthe Belikin beer label, and

a small picture of the jadehead decorates Belizianpaper money.

It was early afternoonand the cruise ship visitorshad gone, leaving Altun Hapretty much to me and myguide. “The Maya didn’tdisappear,” he told me,“they just decided not tolive in their big cities any-more.” He told me that thekings, soldiers, and mer-chant classes were gone, butthe farmers and medicinemen could still be found.

One of the most famousMaya medicine men, DonElijio Panti, lived to be103 years old. Although hedied in 1996, the 35-acrefarm where he gatheredhis healing herbs may stillbe visited by the public. IxChel Farm, named after theMayan Goddess of Healing,is now part of the Lodgeat Chaa Creek, where Ienjoyed some of the mostluxurious accommodationin Central America. Oneof the unique features at

Chaa Creek is a butterflyfarm where I saw hundredsof iridescent Blue Morphobutterflies emerging fromtheir pupa cases. The lodgeis also a good place to seeendangered black howlermonkeys.

I observed three howl-ers sleeping in a tree onmy way to Chaa Creek’sRainforest Medicine Trail,part of Don Elijio’s farm,where naturalist MeshackEliah told me about medici-nal plants. “The Ceiba is aMayan holy tree,” he said.“They believe it helps thespirits of the dead movefrom the underworld up intoheaven.” Another sacredtree is the copal.

I got a chance to smellcopal incense burning whenI finally met my Mayanmedicine woman. AuroraSaqui is the niece of the lateDon Elijio Panti, and shelearned traditional herbalmedicine as his apprenticefor 13 years.

Before she gave me herherbal healing treatment Ihad asked Aurora whether

she believed the worldwould end on December21, 2012. She laughed andreassured me that life wouldgo on, but not necessarily inthe same way. “When onecalendar ends, a new onestarts,” she said. I asked herif that means things will getbetter. “I hope so,” she said.

As I lay, semi-mum-mified and smelling likechocolate spinach puree,I thought about transfor-mations. I was hoping toemerge from the Mayanherbal wrap with moreenergy.

A few days earlier I hadwitnessed Blue Morphobutterflies metamorphosingfrom humble caterpillars.Will a better world emergeon the Winter Solstice of2012? Like Aurora, I alsohope so.

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A study of trade de-regulation and its impacton land management wasconducted by Evan Fraser,a Guelph University pro-fessor. His study showed

that the instigation of freetrade beginning in the early‘90s prompted the veg-etable processing industryin south-western B.C. torelocate to other regions ofNorth America. High capi-tal, land costs, and a limitedeconomy of scale madeother areas more appeal-ing to processors than B.C.At the same time, federalgovernment support forfarmers went from $80 mil-lion in 1985 to $30 millionin 1998. Provincial supportwent from $104 millionin 1992 to $45 million in2004.

Farmers were forced todiversify their operations.More areas were returnedto forage grass, and acre-ages of perennial berries,including cranberries and

blueberries, increased. Asprocessors left the area,acreages of grain increased.Diversification has seen anincrease in organic produc-tion (e.g., Fraserland Farms)and direct farm marketing(e.g., Westham Island HerbFarm, Emma Lea Farms,and the Westham IslandWinery).

Since the early ‘90s,more fields have been fal-lowed in wildlife-friendlygrasslands, with growersbeing paid cost-shares forsuch activities through theDelta Farmland & WildlifeTrust.

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Canning has almostbecome a dying art, but it isstarting to come back.

I think people want toget back to nature. Sixtyyears ago every housewifecanned. It was necessaryand a way of preservingfood for the winter.

I love canning fruit. It’sreally so easy. First, go outand pick the fruit you wantto can. Bring it into thekitchen, sort, wash, cut andfill sterilized jars with thefruit. Hot syrup is poured

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Bring your finest home-canned produce to A Dayat the Farm and enter theHome Canning Contest.Prizes will be awarded forthe finest looking home-canned veggies.

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There was a time inCanada — not that verylong ago — when a work-ing person could expect tohave a family-supportingjob throughout their life.

For an honest day’slabour, a worker could raisetheir kids, buy a house, payoff the mortgage, take vaca-tions, have weekends off,help send the kids throughcollege and retire with amodest but liveable pen-sion.

Your job was relativelysecure and the employershowed loyalty for goodwork. And employers ben-efited too, because workingfamilies had the income to

buy their goods and ser-vices.

Wherever and at whatev-er occupation you worked,these were common fea-tures for most jobs.

This Labour Day as we

celebrate the contributionsof working people to builda better Canada, we haveto ask: what has gone sowrong in our country?

Today the average fam-ily needs two full-time jobsjust to get by — one jobjust doesn’t pay the bills.And a 40-hour workweek isoften a dream.

Even getting a decent jobis challenging, with morelow-pay, part-time jobs thanever.

Keeping your job isalso difficult, with theregular recessions our worldeconomy is facing and con-sequent layoffs. Employerloyalty usually amounts to

what’s legally required —and sometimes even thoseminimums are ignored.

Having more than one ortwo children is simply tooexpensive. Post-secondaryeducation costs are exor-

bitant, yet a post-second-ary credential is necessaryto find employment thatdemands high skills andspecialized training.

And retirement withdignity and security hasbeen replaced by fear thatthe golden years will bespent languishing in povertyinstead. 1.6 million seniorslive on under $16,000 ayear — a sad commentary.

Those fortunate to havea workplace pension see itattacked as “too expensive,”while most chief executiveofficers enlarge their ownmulti-million dollar pen-sions.

What’s gone so wrong?Getting and keeping decent jobs now more challenging

CLC president Ken Georgetti

And retirement with dignity and security hasbeen replaced by fear that the golden yearswill be spent languishing in poverty instead.1.6 million seniors live on under $16,000 ayear — a sad commentary.

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CITIZENSOF DELTA

Labour Day is not justa long weekend.

Here are just some of the benefits we have as aresult of workers’ struggles in the past:

✔ Weekends✔ Safer Workplaces

✔ Pay Equity✔ 40-Hour Work Weeks

✔ Coffee Breaks✔ Pensions

✔ Lunch Periods✔ Overtime

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This labour day, let us think about thecontribution workers make to our communities

today, in the past, and looking toward the future.

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And Canadians withRegistered RetirementSavings Plans or otherinvestments saw their valuedrop 15 per cent in just aweek as markets crashed inAugust, for the fourth timein 20 years.

What happened to thelifestyle most Canadianworkers celebrated onLabour Days past?

One answer is that themiddle class has sufferedthrough a quarter century ofwage stagnation — wherereal income after inflationbarely increases at all.

The Conference Board ofCanada acknowledged thatrecently in a study whichfound that in the 33 yearsbetween 1976 and 2009,median income increasedby just 5.5 per cent — from$45,800 in 1976 to $48,300in 2009.

Another is that unions— which help workersgain a fair share throughbetter wages and benefits— have a lower percentageof members, due to regres-sive labour laws that makeit harder to join a union andeasier to contract out union-ized work.

In the past, non-unionworkers also benefittedfrom union contracts wonthrough collective bargain-ing — because employersusually matched those gains

to keep employees andavoid organizing drives.

Now unionized workersare pressured to match thelower standards of non-union workplaces in a raceto the bottom.

It’s no accident that wagestagnation for 80 per cent ofCanadians and the dramatictransfer of wealth to the fewbegan as unions came undersustained attack.

But a big third reasonalso helps explain the firsttwo — the seemingly insa-tiable greed of the superrich.

At the same time cor-porate taxes were cut andbusiness profits went updramatically, Canadianworkers were paying theprice.

But Canada’s richest 20

per cent almost doubledtheir enormous income dif-ference over the poorest 20per cent, from $92,300 to$177,500.

Apparently thesehuge gains at ordinaryCanadians’ expense arenot enough — corpora-tions continue to clamourfor even more tax cuts— despite no evidence thatpandering to business cre-ates jobs or investment.

This Labour Day it’stime for not just unionmembers but all Canadiansto demand changes. If wedon’t start standing up forourselves, we’ll take aneven bigger fall in the yearsahead.

That’s why the CanadianLabour Congress has joinedwith seniors’ groups andothers to call for signifi-cant improvements in theCanada Pension Plan thatwould eventually doublebenefits from today’spoverty line maximumof $11,500 to a liveable$24,000. We need to ensurethat our children andgrandchildren will enjoy aneven better life than we did— not one that’s worse inso many ways.

That’s why Canada firstcelebrated Labour Day in1872 — and why it’s just asimportant today.

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We need to ensurethat our children andgrandchildren willenjoy an even betterlife than we did —not one that’s worsein so many ways.That’s why Canadafirst celebratedLabour Day in 1872— and why it’s justas important today.


Labour DayGreetings 2011This Labour Day, teachers across the

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The International Longshore and Warehouse Union is an organization thatrepresents more than just Waterfront workers. We are comprised of elevenLocals and three affiliates with over 5000 members. Our members consist of notonly Longshore workers in all B.C. ports, but warehouseworkers, office staff, tug boat operators, retail wholesaleworkers, grain service staff and waste recycling workers.

For many workers the issues of promotions, safety andbenefits top their list of concerns. A Union like the ILWUcan negotiate for benefits such as sick leave, dentalbenefits, pensions and welfare plans. The importance oflayoff procedures that provide proper notice and bumpingrights and maternity/parental leave are but a few benefitswe have achieved resulting from our superior ability tonegotiate your terms and conditions of employment.

Having a Union not only helps you on the job but alsooffers you assistance with WorkSafe BC appeals, human rights complaints,and occupational health and safety concerns.

Employers will say many things to discredit a Union and this is nothing new.But for your work place to be a fair and democratic site, a collective agreementwill ensure that you work because of what you know, not who you know.

The ILWU Canada’s motto is “An Injury to One, is An Injury to All” and wenegotiate collective agreements with this always in the forefront. So whetheryou work in a hotel, factory, an assembly plant, or office we can help youachieve a safe, secure and harassment free workplace.

Call us today at 604-254-8141 and ask what theILWU Canada can do for you!

For more information on ILWU Canada visit our website www.ilwu.ca orour blog www.ilwucanada.wordpress.com, or email us at

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Every year at this time,union leaders like me areasked to share our thoughtson the significance ofLabour Day and the contri-butions of working peopleto the communities wherewe live and work. I’ve oftensaid that working peopleare the true engines of theeconomy.

But this year, as LabourDay approaches, the con-tribution of public sectorworkers to their communi-ties is being threatenedmore than ever by privatiza-tion.

When budgets are tight,federal and provincialgovernments often turn toprivatization as the first andonly solution. So what are

the alternatives?If governments are seri-

ous about generating newrevenue to offset programcosts, why not maximizethe multiplier effect of ourexisting tax dollars-creatingmore revenue from con-sumer spending that stays inthe community?

Why not provide moreopportunities for youngentrepreneurs to stay in thecommunities where theylive, so that they can devel-op innovative new productsat home rather than joiningthe brain drain?

We could also createadditional revenue by pro-moting programs that use

capital stock in municipali-ties. We could do leakageanalysis in order to findways to slow down thenumber of dollars that leave

the community. We couldconsider programs that dealwith import substitution toreduce, for example, ourreliance on products flownin from other hemispheres.

What we need right nowis bold, visionary govern-ment that is unafraid oftrying creative new revenuestreams aimed at protect-ing public services and thededicated workers who pro-vide them.

Barry O’Neill is presi-dent of the Canadian Unionof Public Employees, B.C.division.

Bold solutions needed tosave public services

BY BARRY O’NEILL


Working people are true engines of the economy

Barry O’Neill

We could also create additional revenue bypromoting programs that use capital stock inmunicipalities. We could do leakage analysisin order to find ways to slow down thenumber of dollars that leave the community.


We salute all those dedicated employees who work hardto contribute to the Canadian workforce.

Have a safe andenjoyable Labour Day weekend

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Delta Fire Fighters’ Charitable Society“We’re there when you need us.”

The Delta Firefighters' Charitable Society has supported the following local andprovincial charitable organizations and groups over the last year:

Delta Hospital Foundation - $12,500BC Professional Firefighters' Burn Fund - $5,000Muscular Dystrophy of Canada - $5,000BC Variety Club for ChildrenDelta KidsportDelta GymnasticsDelta Life Skills SocietyBurns Bogs Conservation SocietyBC Cancer SocietyBC Cystic Fibrosis FoundationVarious branches of Delta Cadets and Delta Girl GuidesDelta Boys and Girls Club

These are just a sample of many of the organizations the Delta Firefighters'Charitable Society supports. Please help show your support at our upcomingCharitable Society Boot Drive happening Friday, September 23rd and Saturday,September 24th. Firefighters will be out in various locations around Delta col-lecting cash donations.

Thank you Delta for your support

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CHARITABLE SOCIETY

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The International Brotherhoodof Boilermakers Lodge 359 has

represented working men and women inBritish Columbia for over 50 years in

heavy construction, shop, officeand technical fields.

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Labour Day is a special holiday that was established due to thedetermination of unionized workers who fought for the abolition ofthe law that decreed that “Trade Unions were criminal conspiraciesin restraint of trade”, even though Labour Day was conceivedby virtue of relentless activities and demonstrations of the TradeUnions. This is a holiday to be celebrated by all who labour.

We wish all labour a Happy and Safe Labour Day!

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Over the past year,unions and union membersaround the world have facedunprecedented challengesfrom right wing govern-ments and employers whoare looking for someone toblame for the most recenteconomic crisis.

Governments are wronglypointing the finger at pub-lic sector workers, and inresponse, are cutting publicservices and public sec-tor jobs, deregulating andprivatizing services, attack-ing workers’ pensions andbenefits and severely limit-ing workers’ rights, such asthe right to free collectivebargaining. This along withcorporate tax cuts and cor-porate bailouts is the roadmap directing right-winggovernments to economicrecovery.

The truth is, workershave done their part duringthese difficult economictimes. Members of the B.C.Government EmployeesUnion who work for theprovincial government set-tled for an agreement with anet zero-and-zero increase.Over the past decade wageincreases hovered around

0.15 per cent when you takeinflation into account.

Yet despite these sacri-fices public sector workersare still being blamed andworkers and the public pun-ished with cuts to publicand community services.

Workers, communities,and unions are fightingback around the world. Lastsummer saw hundreds ofthousands of people all overEurope — Greece, Spain,France and Italy — dem-onstrating, demanding theeconomic recovery not beon the backs of ordinarypeople. Also, in Februaryand March, 2011 a numberof demonstrations bring-ing out more than 100,000workers, families, seniorsand community groupsmarched in Wisconsin inresponse to the draconianmeasures Governor ScottWalker rammed throughthe legislature to curtail thestrength of unions.

People in cities in 50states across the U.S. pro-tested in solidarity, fearingthe attack on unions in theircommunity was merelya matter of time. And, atthe start of April, BritishColumbia, WashingtonState and Oregon labourmovements organized a

protest at the Peace Arch,at the Canada-U.S. borderin solidarity with workersin Wisconsin and aroundthe world demanding anend to the attack on work-ers’ rights. The collec-tive actions of the labourmovement more than onehundred years ago wonworkers, unionized or not,many basic rights we takefor granted — the eighthour day, health and safetylaws, the right to join aunion, the right to free col-lective bargaining, safe anddecent working conditions,and a minimum wage. InCanada unions also foughtfor and won the Canadapension plan for all work-ers, an insurance system forunemployed workers, and auniversal public health caresystem. These hard-wonrights are now under attack.But we are not going tolet them take these rightsaway. Together we will fightto defend them. Togetherunions and the communityare fighting to bring an endto corporate tax cuts anddemanding a fair taxationsystem that will afford qual-ity public services for all.

That’s why unions matter.Darryl Walker is presi-

dent of the BCGEU

BY DARRYL WALKER


Rights now under attackWorkers, unions are fighting back around the world


That’s why we think it’s time forCanadians to change a few things.

It’s time to expand the CPP, so itprovides enough to cover the basicsin retirement for everyone.

Instead of helping the banks sellus RRSPs that just don’t work, weneed to invest in ways that ensureretirement security for everyone.

And it’s time to make sure ourpublic pension plans like OAS andGIS provide enough for people tolive in dignity.

You can find out more aboutLabour’s Plan for RetirementSecurity and how to help at:

canadianlabour.ca

After a life of work,you shouldn’t have toleave your retirementto chance.

Really.Wouldn’t yourather havea pension?

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RETIREMENT SECURITYfor everyone

AFTER ALIFETIME OF WORK

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Dignity...justice...a voice in the work place.

These are the principles on whichorganized labour was founded.

No single union has everachieved these goals with more success

and consistency than theInternational Brotherhood of Teamsters.

Best wishes this Labour Day from themembership and officers of

TEAMSTERS LOCAL 31affiliated with the

International Brotherhood of Teamsters,Teamsters Canada, and theCanadian Labour Congress

#1 Grosvenor Square, Delta, B.C. V3M 5S1Stan Hennessy, President

Rod Blackburn, Secretary-Treasurer

For Organizing AssistanceTel: 604-527-2722 Fax: 604-540-6073

E-mail: [email protected]

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Labour: n. productive, activity, esp. for the sake ofeconomic gain

Union: n. a number of persons, states, etc., joined orassociated together for some common purpose

Labour Union: n. an association of employees formed toprotect and further worker rights

A union of professionals making a difference in BC

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Labour Day: n. celebration of the historicalachievements of the labour union movement

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Public invited

…and we remind you to never overlookan unsafe act!

WE SALUTE YOU!

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SAFETY IS FOREMOST IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRYThe mandate of the BC Construction Safety Alliance is to ensure that every worker goeshome each day uninjured. To that end, our programs and services are designed withprevention in mind. But, should an accident happen, there are also services aimed atgetting injured employees back to safe and meaningful work as soon as possible.

Among the most popular and beneficial courses for construction employees is the CSTS-09 on-line training course, the only worker-specific safety course in BC. Aimed primarilyat those who are new to the industry or have never had formal safety training, the courseintroduces participants to various aspects of a construction site, with a focus on commonhazards and associated prevention strategies. It is delivered via 15 modules and can betaken on any computer with an Internet connection. Learners go through each moduleat their own pace, and test their knowledge through interactive questions and scenariosdepicting typical site hazards.

“This program is on-line so that it is accessible to as many people as possible beforethey go on to a construction site,” says BCCSA Executive Director Mike McKenna. “It’sstraightforward and easy to complete, but at the same time it’s a really effective way tolearn about hazards and how to protect yourself from accidents. There are so many goodstrategies, you just need to know what they are.”

Even on the safest of worksites, accidents sometimes happen. That’s when BCCSA’s injurymanagement/return to work service enters the picture. It provides practical informationand strategies, including about how to control costs associated with injuries. Equallyimportant, there is personalized assistance and consultation for any member employer whoneeds it.

“Effective injury management involves many components and the ‘one-size-fits-allapproach is impractical,” says Vernita Hsu, BCCSA Injury Management Coordinator. “That’swhy we provide specific tools and resources that employers can apply to their worksite andwe are also available to consult with them if they need assistance on how to get the bestresults – even if that means visiting a job site. It is that kind of direct assistance that canmake a difference to employers and, ultimately, injured workers.”

For more information about the CSTS-09, injury management, and other BCCSA programsand services, visit our website at www.bccsa.ca

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Sports Editor: Mark Booth Phone: 604-946-4451 Email: [email protected]

Delta Sports

An off-season of stabilityshould mean the Delta Ice Hawkswill be good and ready whenthe Pacific International JuniorHockey League begins its regularseason in three weeks time.

Typically, the junior “B” circuitstarts right after Labour Day butthis time Delta won’t be takingto the ice until Sept. 20th whenPort Moody visits the LadnerLeisure Centre. The decision forthe later launch, which means theregular season will be reducedfrom 48 to 44 games, was a rippleeffect of the B.C. Hockey Leaguealso going with a late Septemberlaunch.

“With so many of our players inBCHL camps, it would have been

very difficult to start the seasonthen,” said Ice Hawks generalmanager Peter Zerbinos. “Thisway you at least have a good ideaof who is coming back.”

Perhaps the most surprising faceto be returning to the Ice Hawkshappens to be behind the bench.

After a number of years work-ing in the BCHL, Dave McLellantook on the head coaching duties amonth into the regular season andled Delta to one of its best recordsin franchise history, before a heart-breaking seven game series lossto Richmond in the conferencefinals. It was believed McLellanwould return to the junior “A”ranks this coming season but hasstayed put.

“With a young family, this isjust a good fit for Dave in his liferight now,” continued Zerbinos.

“His wife has a career in theLower Mainland and our leaguehas no travel.

“He didn’t know a whole lotabout our league when he firstcame on board but he was sur-prised at just how good the prod-uct was and feels we have someunfinished business to take careof.”

The Ice Hawks looked to beloaded up front with the trio ofSpencer Traher, Cody Smith andCody Fidgett being arguablythe most explosive line in theleague. Other returning forwardsinclude sophomore standout AaronMerrick, John Proctor, AnthonyBrito, Mitch Pacey and CodyBotterhill. With the retirement ofNick Enegren, Doug Birks is morethan capable of handling most ofthe work between the pipes.

The team’s only question markmight be in the backend where atleast three regulars won’t be back.Bellingham native Ryan Mana isattending school in the U.S., asis Dominic Toigo, while JordanBeveridge has earned a golf schol-arship. Still the team should haveexperience if Taylor Kislanko,Ryan Cuthbert, Alex Martin andMark Whiteley all return.

South Delta native JeremyGossard, who started the 2010-11campaign with the club beforeopting to return to Major Midget,are among the new faces who havealready been signed.

It all adds up to the Ice Hawkstaking a serious run at theirthird PIJHL title in club history,with their biggest rival being thedefending champion Sockeyes.

“This will be another strong

team and we’re looking forwardto another great season,” addedZerbinos. “We not only have someexcellent veterans but feel we havebrought in some good young play-ers who can help us.”

Icing...• The Ice Hawks opened their

pre-season schedule Saturdaywith a 3-1 road win over NorthDelta. Prospect Spencer Shoennotched the winner. They travelto Abbotsford tonight and hostthe North Delta Devils on Sundaynight (8 p.m.) at the LadnerLeisure Centre.

• The club also made a tradelast weekend, acquiring SamVikich from North Delta for futureconsiderations. The 20-year-oldplayed for the Laconia Leafs ofthe Atlantic Junior Hockey Leaguelast season.

PHOTOS BY CHUNG CHOW

The Vancouver Giants have taken over the Ladner Leisure Centre arena thisweek with their annual training camp as they prepare for the upcomingWestern Hockey League season. The 2011-12 campaign will be a big one forhead coach Don Hay (above) as he will also be coaching Canada at the 2012World Junior Hockey Championships. Leading the Giants attack will be SouthDelta’s own Brendan Gallagher (right). The fourth-year player and MontrealCanadiens draft pick produced 91 points last season. The Giants begin pre-season play tonight in Kelowna and host Kamloops on Saturday in Ladner at7 p.m. Tickets are available at the door — $10 for adults and $8 for students.

Giants host Kamloops on Saturday night

Plenty of familiar faces back with Ice HawksReturning head coach Dave McLellan will lead a veteran group that shoud be battling Richmond again for top honours

BY MARK [email protected]


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It was a golden weekend for LadnerMinor Baseball players MackenzieMarquis and Daelen Magcalas at theWestern Canadian Pee Wee AAA BaseballChampionships in Nanaimo.

The pair were picked up by the hostPirates and helped them win it all, cappedby an impressive 7-0 victory over B.C.champion Abbotsford in the gold medalgame.

Marquis and Magcalas pitched at keypoints during the tournament, includingMarquis throwing six complete innings in

the semi-final against Manitoba 2.Both played during the all-star season for

the Ladner Red Sox which turned in a solidshowing at the provincial championships.

Ladner opened with a 4-0 loss toNanaimo, then hung tough with eventualsilver medalist Coquitlam-Moody in a2-1 defeat. The locals rebounded with winsover Richmond (17-8) and Ridge Meadows(6-5) to finished tied with Nanaimo for sec-ond place in the round-robin standings butwere edged out based on the head-to-headmeeting.

Ladner pitchers help Nanaimocapture Western Canadian title

Ladner Minor Baseball players Mackenzie Marquis (left) and Daelen Magcalas were picked up bythe Nanaimo Pirates and helped the hosts win the Western Canadian Pee Wee AAA championship.


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A’s just miss semis atBantam provincials

Tsawwassen Athleticsconcluded a solid all-starbaseball season with acompetitive showing atthe recent Bantam “A”Provincial Championships.

The Athletics openedthe tournament with a lossto Cloverdale, then pro-duced an exciting one-runseventh inning win againstChilliwack.

There was plenty ofmore drama in their nextencounter against hostRidge Meadows which wastied at 9-9 when the gamewas called due to darkness.It resumed Saturday morn-ing and Ridge Meadowssqueaked out a one runwin.

Tsawwassen closed outround-robin play with awin over Vernon to finishin a three-way tie in thestandings. The locals were

denied a semi-final spot byjust a single run.

Regardless, it was anexciting three days filledwith some fantastic base-ball played by this team of14-and-15-year-olds.

The boys and their par-ents sincerely thank theircoaches — Stu Bosch,Harry Dykstra, BarryMark and manager BrianLawson — for a com-petitive, positive, fun anddevelopment focused sea-son.

The TsawwassenAthletics roster included:Adam Bosch, Joel Bourque,Mark Dykstra, ThomasGreen, Tavin Jackson,Brock Lawson, SpencerMallard, Evan Mark, KevinMarlowe, Jonathan Murphy,Robert Scarr, RichardTopp, Alex Von Schulmann,and Tyson Wilfur.

A competitive season concluded with a solid showing at the Bantam “A” Provincial Championships for the Tsawwassen Athletics.

Ladner mountain bikerracer Kye Walstrom cap-tured the U19 giant sla-lom race at the renownedWhistler Carnkworx.

The event alwaysattracts the top mountainbike racers in the world.Unfortunately, Kye’s young-er brother Brennan wasunable to compete due to aknee injury.

Last year, Brennan wasdominant in the U16 agegroup, winning all fiveevents he entered. Theperformance earned himthe Prince of the MountainAward as the most out-standing racer of the com-petition. He will be backnext year with determinedvengeance.

Meanwhile, Kye willnow be traveling toChampery Switzerlandfor the Mountain BikeWorld Championships.When he returns home,the Walstroms will shifttheir focus to the fourwheel ATV season with

Kye defending his titleat the Baja 1000 MileChampionship in Ensenada,Mexico in November.

Neither brother couldenjoy their success withouttheir loyal sponsorship fromSpy Goggles, Race Face,Fly Helmets, Cove Bikes,Five Ten Shoes, Alpinestarsand Fitness Excellence, toname a few.

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1769 Golf Club Dr., TsawwassenDistinctive 4 bdrm, 3 bath & den home designed for elegant entertain-ing. Unobstructed view of North Shore mountains across farmlandfrom both the family room & upstairs sitting room. Triple drop ceilingsw/crown molding in L/R & D/R, 9’ ceilings throughout. Spaciouskitchen, all cherry cabinets w/oversize view window. Family room hasmagnificent view of mountains & farmland. Master bdrm on mainw/4pc ensuite & soaker tub. Upstairs has lounge w/the same view & 2skylights. Upstairs bath has huge soaker tub w/skylight & showerw/marble backsplash. 6 X 6 construction, concrete between floors,radiant hot water heat, 3 zones, garage floor is heated. Roof just refur-bished - 10 yr warranty.

#203 1363 56th St., TsawwassenRight on the lagoon! Northwestern exposure. Beautiful 2 bed-room, 2 bathroom suite on the ground floor. This gorgeous condois bright with lots of windows and is one of the nicest 2 bedroomsin the building. Walk-in closet & ensuite bath in master bedroom.Open kitchen with breakfast bar overlooking dining & living roomswith gas F/P & out to covered deck. Lagoon view from everyroom. Enjoy the large patio and watch the ducks and fish swim by.Quiet as it is you are right in the centre of things! Well managedcomplex in central Tsawwassen near shops and restaurants.Amenities include hot tub, exercise room and bike storage.

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Spacious 2,250 sq.ft 4 or 5 bedroom 2-Level home on large sunnySpacious 2,250 sq.ft 4 or 5 bedroom 2-Level home on large sunny8,450 sq.ft lot! Updates incl. refinished orig. hardwood, roof 2003, furnace8,450 sq.ft lot! Updates incl. refinished orig. hardwood, roof 2003, furnace

3 yrs, sunroom etc! Few minutes walk to schools & all town centre3 yrs, sunroom etc! Few minutes walk to schools & all town centreamenities! Best price around! Great starter home w/mortgage helper.amenities! Best price around! Great starter home w/mortgage helper.

Absolutely stunning 2,763 sq.ft. renovated 3-level 4 bedroom split-level inAbsolutely stunning 2,763 sq.ft. renovated 3-level 4 bedroom split-level inTsawwassen's Terrace! Totally remodelled in 2008 and 2009 as new withTsawwassen's Terrace! Totally remodelled in 2008 and 2009 as new with

hardwood flooring, granite counters, new kitchen, bathrooms, etc! High-endhardwood flooring, granite counters, new kitchen, bathrooms, etc! High-endappliances, roof, furnace, hot water tank, etc! Beautiful private yard pool, etc!appliances, roof, furnace, hot water tank, etc! Beautiful private yard pool, etc!

Executive 3-level, 5156 sq.ft. upper level view home. 6 bdrms plus spacious,Executive 3-level, 5156 sq.ft. upper level view home. 6 bdrms plus spacious,bright sunroom/office. 5 baths. Many features and upgrades incl. custom 2x6bright sunroom/office. 5 baths. Many features and upgrades incl. custom 2x6construction, concrete tile roof, oak hardwood floors, new carpeting, updatedconstruction, concrete tile roof, oak hardwood floors, new carpeting, updated

kitchen w/ granite counters, stainless steel appl., Jenn-Air gas range & BBQ, etc.kitchen w/ granite counters, stainless steel appl., Jenn-Air gas range & BBQ, etc.

Beautiful 6,027 sq.ft Building Lot in Ladner'sBeautiful 6,027 sq.ft Building Lot in Ladner'sGreatest Lynn Place subdivision. East facing,Greatest Lynn Place subdivision. East facing,

cul-de-sac location! Can build with Serenity Homes!cul-de-sac location! Can build with Serenity Homes!

6,160 sq.ft HOME less than 1 yr. old! Total style and quality finishings!6,160 sq.ft HOME less than 1 yr. old! Total style and quality finishings!Contemporary home, high 25’ ceilings, euroline windows & doors, KentwoodContemporary home, high 25’ ceilings, euroline windows & doors, Kentwood

Wide-Plank hardwood floors, high-end bathrooms! Large, professionallyWide-Plank hardwood floors, high-end bathrooms! Large, professionallylandscaped front& rear yards, detached 900 sq.ft shop at rear of home!landscaped front& rear yards, detached 900 sq.ft shop at rear of home!

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL HOMEABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL HOME

5661 Sherwood Blvd., Tsawwassen5661 Sherwood Blvd., Tsawwassen

priced @ $1,059,000priced @ $1,059,000

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STUNNING HOME WITH POOLSTUNNING HOME WITH POOL

5776 Timbervalley Avenue, Tsawwassen5776 Timbervalley Avenue, Tsawwassen

priced @ $939,900priced @ $939,900DREAM ESTATE HOME! 6,600 SFDREAM ESTATE HOME! 6,600 SF

5382 Crescent Drive, Ladner5382 Crescent Drive, Ladner

priced @ $2,088,888priced @ $2,088,888

6027 SQ. FT. BUILDING LOT!6027 SQ. FT. BUILDING LOT!

5252 Lynn Place, Ladner5252 Lynn Place, Ladner

priced @ $532,000priced @ $532,000GREAT 2 LEVEL ON LARGE LOTGREAT 2 LEVEL ON LARGE LOT

5361 10A Avenue, Tsawwassen5361 10A Avenue, Tsawwassen

priced @ $569,900priced @ $569,900

3 bdrm 1,670 sq.ft. rancher on quiet street w/cul-de-sac, easy walking3 bdrm 1,670 sq.ft. rancher on quiet street w/cul-de-sac, easy walkingdistance to Tsawwassen Town Centre! Many updates. 9 yr roof, 4 year Lennoxdistance to Tsawwassen Town Centre! Many updates. 9 yr roof, 4 year Lennox

high efficiency furnace, natural gas f/p, ceramic floor tiling. Updated sunny,high efficiency furnace, natural gas f/p, ceramic floor tiling. Updated sunny,south - facing kitchen, appliances, blinds, bathrooms, etc.south - facing kitchen, appliances, blinds, bathrooms, etc.

EXCELLENT 3 BDRM RANCHER!EXCELLENT 3 BDRM RANCHER!

5135 11A Avenue, Tsawwassen5135 11A Avenue, Tsawwassen

priced @ $699,900priced @ $699,900

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1730 Farrell Crescent, Tsawwassen1730 Farrell Crescent, Tsawwassen

priced @ $1,050,000priced @ $1,050,000

Wow! 4 Bedrooms + Office with a neat beach feel! Wainscotting, mouldings,Wow! 4 Bedrooms + Office with a neat beach feel! Wainscotting, mouldings,vaulted ceilings, beach colours, this home has real style! High-end finishingsvaulted ceilings, beach colours, this home has real style! High-end finishingsincluding wide-plank hardwood, trendy tile and heated kitchen and stainlessincluding wide-plank hardwood, trendy tile and heated kitchen and stainless

steel appliances, granite + quartz counters, etc! etc! Don't miss this!steel appliances, granite + quartz counters, etc! etc! Don't miss this!

LIVE THE BEACH LIFE!LIVE THE BEACH LIFE!


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Extensively updated 2-level home on huge 7,987 sq.ft South exposed lot!Extensively updated 2-level home on huge 7,987 sq.ft South exposed lot!Updates include newer maple kitchen with open plan and bar stool island!Updates include newer maple kitchen with open plan and bar stool island!

Newer bathrooms, laminate flooring, furnace, torch-on roof, driveway, paint,Newer bathrooms, laminate flooring, furnace, torch-on roof, driveway, paint,etc! Home is set up for a basement suite also! Single garage, huge yard!etc! Home is set up for a basement suite also! Single garage, huge yard!

EXCELLENT 2-Level home with SuiteEXCELLENT 2-Level home with Suite

6120 48A Avenue, Ladner6120 48A Avenue, Ladner

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MY CUSTOMERS GET TO USE THIS VAN FOR FREE!MY CUSTOMERS GET TO USE THIS VAN FOR FREE!

Wow! Beautiful investment condo downtown Whistler! Top floor, executive cornerWow! Beautiful investment condo downtown Whistler! Top floor, executive cornersuite, 2 bedroom. Ski-in-out location. Rental income of $26,000 per year!suite, 2 bedroom. Ski-in-out location. Rental income of $26,000 per year!

Live the 4 hour work week lifestyle!Live the 4 hour work week lifestyle!Don't miss this opportunity!Don't miss this opportunity!

DOWNTOWN WHISTLER!DOWNTOWN WHISTLER!

#7716-4299 BLACKCOMB WYND, WHISTLER VILLAGE#7716-4299 BLACKCOMB WYND, WHISTLER VILLAGE

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ONLY 1 REMAINING in 9 TOWNHOME COMPLEX. BRAND NEW HIGH-ENDONLY 1 REMAINING in 9 TOWNHOME COMPLEX. BRAND NEW HIGH-ENDUNITS! Private yards, 2-5-10 year national warranties, quality built, 3 bdrms,UNITS! Private yards, 2-5-10 year national warranties, quality built, 3 bdrms,

3 baths. Call today for an information package, etc. etc.3 baths. Call today for an information package, etc. etc.Nature trails at your doorstep.Nature trails at your doorstep.

Wow! Rare! What a beautiful property! Sprawling 2,500 sq ft rancherWow! Rare! What a beautiful property! Sprawling 2,500 sq ft rancherset back off private driveway! Excellent, level, landscaped & manicuredset back off private driveway! Excellent, level, landscaped & manicuredgrounds with mature blueberries and lots of pasture for your hobby farmgrounds with mature blueberries and lots of pasture for your hobby farm

desires! Picturesque barn, loads of parking space!desires! Picturesque barn, loads of parking space!

Gorgeous 4 bedroom and den luxury home with it's own theater room!Gorgeous 4 bedroom and den luxury home with it's own theater room!Over 3,100 sq.ft on a 6,673 sq.ft lot! Central location, close to allOver 3,100 sq.ft on a 6,673 sq.ft lot! Central location, close to all

amenities! Custom built by Highmark Homes.amenities! Custom built by Highmark Homes.Do not miss this stunning home!.Do not miss this stunning home!.

Beautiful spacious 1,860 sq ft 3 bedroom plus games or 4 bedroomBeautiful spacious 1,860 sq ft 3 bedroom plus games or 4 bedroomtownhome in desirable Ladner Estates. Updated kitchen, bathrooms,townhome in desirable Ladner Estates. Updated kitchen, bathrooms,

laminate flooring, paint, mouldings, etc! Spacious rooms, great layout!laminate flooring, paint, mouldings, etc! Spacious rooms, great layout!Large private yard! Quiet location! Don't miss this! Excellent value!Large private yard! Quiet location! Don't miss this! Excellent value!

4766 55B Street, Ladner4766 55B Street, Ladner

priced @ $529,900priced @ $529,900

ALMOST SOLD OUT! QUICK!ALMOST SOLD OUT! QUICK! TOP FLOOR SPACIOUS 2 BDRMTOP FLOOR SPACIOUS 2 BDRM

#B506-4821 53rd Street, Ladner#B506-4821 53rd Street, Ladner

priced @ $449,900priced @ $449,900

Absolutely beautiful top floor penthouse unit in sought-after AdlingtonAbsolutely beautiful top floor penthouse unit in sought-after AdlingtonCourt. Vaulted ceilings, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large living room,Court. Vaulted ceilings, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large living room,

loads of storage. Beautiful balcony overlooking trees and quiet setting!loads of storage. Beautiful balcony overlooking trees and quiet setting!Excellent location! Walk to Historic Ladner Village in minutes!Excellent location! Walk to Historic Ladner Village in minutes!

WOW! BEAUTIFUL 2.88 ACRE ESTATEWOW! BEAUTIFUL 2.88 ACRE ESTATE

10429 64th Avenue, Ladner10429 64th Avenue, Ladner

priced @ $1,395,000priced @ $1,395,000

GORGEOUS 4 BEDROOMGORGEOUS 4 BEDROOM

5383 Laurel Drive, Ladner5383 Laurel Drive, Ladner

priced @ $1,080,000priced @ $1,080,000BEAUTIFUL 4 BDRM TOWNHOMEBEAUTIFUL 4 BDRM TOWNHOME

#2-4788 57th Street, Ladner#2-4788 57th Street, Ladner

priced @ $469,900priced @ $469,900

Absolutely stunning 4 bdrm, 2372 SF, 2 level home. Many updates incl. newAbsolutely stunning 4 bdrm, 2372 SF, 2 level home. Many updates incl. newfloors, new bathrooms, roof, windows, 2 car carport, etc. Stunning rear yard withfloors, new bathrooms, roof, windows, 2 car carport, etc. Stunning rear yard with

large inground swimming pool, hot tub, professional landscaping large sunnylarge inground swimming pool, hot tub, professional landscaping large sunnysundeck, 100% privacy, etc. 1 bedroom basement suite downstairs.sundeck, 100% privacy, etc. 1 bedroom basement suite downstairs.

STUNNING RESORT-LIKE FEELSTUNNING RESORT-LIKE FEEL

10963 64th Avenue, North Delta10963 64th Avenue, North Delta

priced @ $638,800priced @ $638,800

Absolutely beautiful 2 bedroom townhome in sought-after “Pillars”. OpenAbsolutely beautiful 2 bedroom townhome in sought-after “Pillars”. Openkitchen concept, maple kitchen with center island, gas fireplace, etc! Privatekitchen concept, maple kitchen with center island, gas fireplace, etc! Private

large patio, etc! etc! Private access to 2 “separate” parking spots. Largelarge patio, etc! etc! Private access to 2 “separate” parking spots. Largestorage workshop at your garage level! Beautiful unit! Don’t miss it!storage workshop at your garage level! Beautiful unit! Don’t miss it!

BEAUTIFUL 2 BDRM TOWNHOMEBEAUTIFUL 2 BDRM TOWNHOME

#14-1700 56th Street, Tsawwassen#14-1700 56th Street, Tsawwassen

priced @ $368,800priced @ $368,800

Fantastic investment property or great building lot in centralFantastic investment property or great building lot in centralNorth Delta location, within walking distance to all schools andNorth Delta location, within walking distance to all schools and

amenities. Seller is motivated. Bring offers!amenities. Seller is motivated. Bring offers!

HANDYMAN SPECIALHANDYMAN SPECIAL

11065 84th Avenue, North Delta11065 84th Avenue, North Delta

priced @ $488,800priced @ $488,800

2 STOREY PENTHOUSE!2 STOREY PENTHOUSE!

#302-4745 54A Street, Ladner#302-4745 54A Street, Ladner

priced @ $349,900priced @ $349,900

Excellent 2 level, 1600 sq. ft. 2 bdrm. & den or 3 bdrm. penthouse inExcellent 2 level, 1600 sq. ft. 2 bdrm. & den or 3 bdrm. penthouse in“Like New” Ladner Pointe. Sunny east & south exp., 2 balonies, vaulted“Like New” Ladner Pointe. Sunny east & south exp., 2 balonies, vaultedceilings, etc! Building has been totally rainscreened with warranty! Newceilings, etc! Building has been totally rainscreened with warranty! New

roof, windows, decks, gardens, hallways, etc. Don’t miss this!roof, windows, decks, gardens, hallways, etc. Don’t miss this!

IN THE HEART OF THE VILLAGE!IN THE HEART OF THE VILLAGE!

#3-4890 48th Avenue, Ladner#3-4890 48th Avenue, Ladner

priced @ $369,900priced @ $369,900

Beautiful 1400 sq. ft. 2bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2-level townhome in heart ofBeautiful 1400 sq. ft. 2bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2-level townhome in heart ofLadner Village! Courtyard Complex (only 8 townhomes) with outdoorLadner Village! Courtyard Complex (only 8 townhomes) with outdoor

gated entry and private rear yard/patio. Updated unit - new hardwood,gated entry and private rear yard/patio. Updated unit - new hardwood,carpet, paint, moulding, etc. Very quiet, very private.carpet, paint, moulding, etc. Very quiet, very private.


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I WANT TO SELL YOUR LADNER OR TSAWWASSEN HOME TOO! CALL TODAY!I WANT TO SELL YOUR LADNER OR TSAWWASSEN HOME TOO! CALL TODAY!stats taken as of SEPTEMBER 1st, 2011


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#1 Real Estate Agent in South Delta#1 Real Estate Agent in South Delta**

**Based on # of SALES IN 2010 and to date 2011!Based on # of SALES IN 2010 and to date 2011!**This representation is based in whole or in part on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board StatisticsThis representation is based in whole or in part on Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board Statistics

LIKE BRAND NEW HOME!LIKE BRAND NEW HOME!

Sensationally updated home with views! $350,000 spent on renovations!Sensationally updated home with views! $350,000 spent on renovations!3,810 sq.ft home with 4 bedrooms up + large bedroom suite down! Open plan,3,810 sq.ft home with 4 bedrooms up + large bedroom suite down! Open plan,

high end kitchen with granite, fir custom cabinets, double sized fridge andhigh end kitchen with granite, fir custom cabinets, double sized fridge andfreezer, dual fuel stove, etc! Too much to list! Come and see!freezer, dual fuel stove, etc! Too much to list! Come and see!

Absolutely beautiful 1,686 sq.ft. 3 bdrm. detached home! Updated with newAbsolutely beautiful 1,686 sq.ft. 3 bdrm. detached home! Updated with newkitchen (2003), new roof (2006), windows (2005), paint, etc! etc! etc!kitchen (2003), new roof (2006), windows (2005), paint, etc! etc! etc!

Sunny west facing private yard! Do not miss this great home! Walk to historicSunny west facing private yard! Do not miss this great home! Walk to historicLadner Village in minutes! Bare-Land strata fee $40 a month.Ladner Village in minutes! Bare-Land strata fee $40 a month.

EXCELLENT DETACHED HOMEEXCELLENT DETACHED HOME

Own an updated FULL DUPLEX (both sides) (over 4,280 sq.ft),Own an updated FULL DUPLEX (both sides) (over 4,280 sq.ft),8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, etc! Could be potentially turned into 4-Plex! Both8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, etc! Could be potentially turned into 4-Plex! Bothhomes have been extensively updated to include new windows, roof, deck,homes have been extensively updated to include new windows, roof, deck,

perimeter drainage, etc! Ready to move in!perimeter drainage, etc! Ready to move in!

OWN YOUR OWN WINERYOWN YOUR OWN WINERY

What a rare opportunity! Westham Island Winery is being offered for sale!What a rare opportunity! Westham Island Winery is being offered for sale!32.63 Acres of assorted mature berries! Beautiful 3,800 sq. ft. home built in32.63 Acres of assorted mature berries! Beautiful 3,800 sq. ft. home built in

1997 + beautiful winery store, large barns, fruit stand, etc!1997 + beautiful winery store, large barns, fruit stand, etc!WHAT an OPPORTUNITY!WHAT an OPPORTUNITY!

2170 Westham Island Road-Ladner2170 Westham Island Road-Ladner

priced @ $3,880,000priced @ $3,880,000

BEAUTIFUL 5 BEDROOMBEAUTIFUL 5 BEDROOM

Beautiful and unique 3,600 sq.ft, 3-Level home in sought-after Upper Tsawwassen location. Main floor living &Beautiful and unique 3,600 sq.ft, 3-Level home in sought-after Upper Tsawwassen location. Main floor living &4 bedrooms up with finished lower level with additional fifth bedroom. Lower level could be converted into a4 bedrooms up with finished lower level with additional fifth bedroom. Lower level could be converted into asuite. Recreation room opens to hot tub, pool & deck area in private sun-drenched yard. New pool liner, sumpsuite. Recreation room opens to hot tub, pool & deck area in private sun-drenched yard. New pool liner, sump

filter, pump, and heater. Master bedroom has "VIEW" of Mt Baker and walk-in closet. Home is beautifullyfilter, pump, and heater. Master bedroom has "VIEW" of Mt Baker and walk-in closet. Home is beautifullyupdated with new hardwood, stone fireplace, paint, bathrooms, etc! etc! Absolutely gorgeous--ready for yourupdated with new hardwood, stone fireplace, paint, bathrooms, etc! etc! Absolutely gorgeous--ready for your

family and to entertain! Check out virtual tour online and don't miss this great home with style!family and to entertain! Check out virtual tour online and don't miss this great home with style!

916 Gale Drive, Tsawwassen916 Gale Drive, Tsawwassen

priced @ $889,900priced @ $889,900

Excellent 3 bedroom rancher on quiet street. Large family room at rear of house,Excellent 3 bedroom rancher on quiet street. Large family room at rear of house,updated with newer furnace, windows, gutter & soffits etc. Hardwood flooring,updated with newer furnace, windows, gutter & soffits etc. Hardwood flooring,

paint, etc. Detached single garage & shop, large driveway. Don't miss this one!paint, etc. Detached single garage & shop, large driveway. Don't miss this one!

5020 59th Avenue, Ladner5020 59th Avenue, Ladner

priced @ $559,900priced @ $559,900

GREAT RANCHER WITH DETACHED GARAGEGREAT RANCHER WITH DETACHED GARAGE GREAT INVESTMENT!GREAT INVESTMENT!

529 56 Street and 531 56 Street529 56 Street and 531 56 Street

priced @ $789,000priced @ $789,000

4755 Cedar Tree Lane, Ladner4755 Cedar Tree Lane, Ladner

priced @ $499,900priced @ $499,900771 Underhill Drive, Tsawwassen771 Underhill Drive, Tsawwassen

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No age restrictions. Waterfront! Waterfront! Waterfront! BEAUTIFUL west-No age restrictions. Waterfront! Waterfront! Waterfront! BEAUTIFUL west-facing condo with unbelievable water views! Updated 2 bedroom and denfacing condo with unbelievable water views! Updated 2 bedroom and den

riverfront condo in the absolute heart of Downtown Ladner Village! Updatedriverfront condo in the absolute heart of Downtown Ladner Village! Updatedunit with renovated kitchen, bathrooms, stainless appliances etc!unit with renovated kitchen, bathrooms, stainless appliances etc!

WATERFRONT CONDO with boat slipWATERFRONT CONDO with boat slip

#209 - 4815 48th Avenue, Ladner#209 - 4815 48th Avenue, Ladner

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2 BDRM, 3 BATH T/H WITH STUNNING VIEWS! Peaceful setting with 2 private2 BDRM, 3 BATH T/H WITH STUNNING VIEWS! Peaceful setting with 2 privateyards, one landscaped with fountain + pond, etc! Updates include hardwood,yards, one landscaped with fountain + pond, etc! Updates include hardwood,crown mouldings, new bathrooms, gas fireplace, tile, etc! Stunning views!crown mouldings, new bathrooms, gas fireplace, tile, etc! Stunning views!

Walk to town centre or beach in minutes!Walk to town centre or beach in minutes!

1182 Fairway Views Wynd, Tsawwassen1182 Fairway Views Wynd, Tsawwassen

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Extensively updated 1528 sq ft. 3 bedroom + large games room on veryExtensively updated 1528 sq ft. 3 bedroom + large games room on verydesirable cul-de-sac in "Victory South"! New roof, landscaping, exteriordesirable cul-de-sac in "Victory South"! New roof, landscaping, exterior& interior paint, window trim, rustic oak laminate floor, crown moulding,& interior paint, window trim, rustic oak laminate floor, crown moulding,

baseboards, new quartz counters in kitchen, updated cabinets, etc.baseboards, new quartz counters in kitchen, updated cabinets, etc.

EXCELLENT UPDATED RANCHER!EXCELLENT UPDATED RANCHER!

5354 Aspen Way, Ladner5354 Aspen Way, Ladner

priced @ $598,900priced @ $598,900

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Beautiful updated side-split type home in desirable Beach Grove! Home hasBeautiful updated side-split type home in desirable Beach Grove! Home hasbeen renovated with new engineered hardwood, crown mouldings, bathrooms,been renovated with new engineered hardwood, crown mouldings, bathrooms,paint, carpets, roof, etc! French doors to outdoor patio, and the most privatepaint, carpets, roof, etc! French doors to outdoor patio, and the most private

yard in Beach Grove! Beautiful mature cedar hedging and 30 ft palm tree!yard in Beach Grove! Beautiful mature cedar hedging and 30 ft palm tree!

100% PRIVATE YARD!100% PRIVATE YARD!

1645 57th Street, Tsawwassen1645 57th Street, Tsawwassen

priced @ $649,900priced @ $649,900

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1330 sq.ft. 3 bedroom rancher with style! Large family room off kitchen,1330 sq.ft. 3 bedroom rancher with style! Large family room off kitchen,exposed wood beams, french doors to 100% private rear yard! Homeexposed wood beams, french doors to 100% private rear yard! Home

has been updated with new laminate flooring, kitchen, counters, somehas been updated with new laminate flooring, kitchen, counters, someappliances, paint, new windows, roof (8 yrs), large double shop/garage.appliances, paint, new windows, roof (8 yrs), large double shop/garage.

WONDERFUL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! NATIONAL TENANTS! GREATWONDERFUL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! NATIONAL TENANTS! GREATUPSIDE POTENTIAL! 3.9 ACRES DOWNTOWN SARDIS/CHILLIWACK.UPSIDE POTENTIAL! 3.9 ACRES DOWNTOWN SARDIS/CHILLIWACK.

Value Village, House 2 Home Furniture, End of the Roll Carpets!Value Village, House 2 Home Furniture, End of the Roll Carpets!6% CAP RATE!6% CAP RATE!

4 bedroom PLUS Games room exec. home in West Ladner location. 2,658 sq.ft,4 bedroom PLUS Games room exec. home in West Ladner location. 2,658 sq.ft,main floor living down and bedrooms up! Updated kitchen & bathroom cabinetsmain floor living down and bedrooms up! Updated kitchen & bathroom cabinetswith Corian countertops, new tile flooring etc, appliances, etc! Built-in storage,with Corian countertops, new tile flooring etc, appliances, etc! Built-in storage,

bookcases, and media centre. Too many features & upgrades to list!bookcases, and media centre. Too many features & upgrades to list!

Wonderful 4 bedroom split type home on HUGE park-like 9,505 sq.ft. 100%Wonderful 4 bedroom split type home on HUGE park-like 9,505 sq.ft. 100%private lot! Located on "Stevens Lane"! Home has been updated with newprivate lot! Located on "Stevens Lane"! Home has been updated with newpaint, windows, furnace, updated bathrooms and kitchen, hardwood, etc.paint, windows, furnace, updated bathrooms and kitchen, hardwood, etc.

2 large decks, 1 over double garage! CUL-DE-SAC location!2 large decks, 1 over double garage! CUL-DE-SAC location!

METICULOUS EXECUTIVE HOME!METICULOUS EXECUTIVE HOME!


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4981 Linden Drive, Ladner4981 Linden Drive, Ladner

priced @ $879,900priced @ $879,900

SPLIT-LEVEL ON BEAUTIFUL LOT!SPLIT-LEVEL ON BEAUTIFUL LOT!

4956 Stevens Lane, Tsawwassen4956 Stevens Lane, Tsawwassen

priced @ $739,900priced @ $739,900CUTE UPDATED RANCHER!CUTE UPDATED RANCHER!

5106 12th Avenue, Tsawwassen5106 12th Avenue, Tsawwassen

priced @ $589,900priced @ $589,900

Excellent one-owner 2-Level home with views in great North DeltaExcellent one-owner 2-Level home with views in great North Deltalocation! 7,966 sq.ft lot, 2,197 sq.ft home, 4+ bedrooms. Originallocation! 7,966 sq.ft lot, 2,197 sq.ft home, 4+ bedrooms. Original

hardwood flooring under carpets! Private rear yard! Do not miss this greathardwood flooring under carpets! Private rear yard! Do not miss this greatsolid home! Kids can walk to school in minutes. Will not last!solid home! Kids can walk to school in minutes. Will not last!


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“GREAT FAMILY HOME! SUITABLE“GREAT FAMILY HOME! SUITABLE


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9044 112th Street, North Delta9044 112th Street, North Delta

priced @ $459,900priced @ $459,900

One-of-a-kind Boundary Bay Beauty! 2,640 sq.ft., 4 bedroom, 2-storey home withOne-of-a-kind Boundary Bay Beauty! 2,640 sq.ft., 4 bedroom, 2-storey home witha contemporary feel and views over farmland! Complete renovation in 1995 whicha contemporary feel and views over farmland! Complete renovation in 1995 whichincludes new kitchen with merit cabinets, Viking gas range, Fisher/Paykal fridge,includes new kitchen with merit cabinets, Viking gas range, Fisher/Paykal fridge,

etc! Updated bathrooms, new torch-on and 20 gage standing seam steel roof.etc! Updated bathrooms, new torch-on and 20 gage standing seam steel roof.

LIVE THE BEACH LIFELIVE THE BEACH LIFE

167 65B Street, Tsawwassen167 65B Street, Tsawwassen

priced @ $829,900priced @ $829,900


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1,381 sq.ft spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom ground floor condo in sought-1,381 sq.ft spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom ground floor condo in sought-after Highland Terrace. Updated with Pine-finish Laminate flooring, upgradedafter Highland Terrace. Updated with Pine-finish Laminate flooring, upgradedappliances, new paint, etc! Large kitchen, living room, bedrooms and a greatappliances, new paint, etc! Large kitchen, living room, bedrooms and a great

covered sunroom area! Private location overlooking treed area!covered sunroom area! Private location overlooking treed area!

EXCELLENT 1387 SF CONDOEXCELLENT 1387 SF CONDO

102 - 5550 14B Avenue, Tsawwassen102 - 5550 14B Avenue, Tsawwassen

priced @ $339,900priced @ $339,900


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INCOME PRODUCING STRIP MALLINCOME PRODUCING STRIP MALL


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45150 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack45150 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack

priced @ $8,880,000priced @ $8,880,000

Hidden Gem! Beautiful updated 5 or 6 bedroom 2 storey home located on aHidden Gem! Beautiful updated 5 or 6 bedroom 2 storey home located on aprivate cul-de-sac in the heart of Ladner! Updated with vinyl windows, roof,private cul-de-sac in the heart of Ladner! Updated with vinyl windows, roof,updated bathrooms, engineered hardwood, paint, carpeting, countertops,updated bathrooms, engineered hardwood, paint, carpeting, countertops,

light fixtures, backsplash etc! Excellent family home, walk to park, schools.light fixtures, backsplash etc! Excellent family home, walk to park, schools.

EXCELLENT 5 OR 6 BDRM HOMEEXCELLENT 5 OR 6 BDRM HOME

5047 Duffy Place, Ladner5047 Duffy Place, Ladner

priced @ $629,900priced @ $629,900

Absolutely stunning 2 bedroom and den ground floor corner unit! 1,288 sq.ftAbsolutely stunning 2 bedroom and den ground floor corner unit! 1,288 sq.ftwith customized built in storage cupboard in entryway! Gorgeous walk-inwith customized built in storage cupboard in entryway! Gorgeous walk-in

closet onto master ensuite with customized doorways! Granite countertopscloset onto master ensuite with customized doorways! Granite countertopsin kitchen and master suite and crown mouldings throughout!in kitchen and master suite and crown mouldings throughout!

BEAUTIFUL EXECUTIVE CONDOBEAUTIFUL EXECUTIVE CONDO

#108-1175 55th Street, Tsawwassen#108-1175 55th Street, Tsawwassen

priced @ $449,900priced @ $449,900

3700 sq. ft. home in Sherwood Estates. 5 bdrms., 3-1/2 baths, fully finished3700 sq. ft. home in Sherwood Estates. 5 bdrms., 3-1/2 baths, fully finishedbasement, oak flooring, vaulted ceilings in dining and living rooms, 2 familybasement, oak flooring, vaulted ceilings in dining and living rooms, 2 family

rooms, games/media with surround sound, high efficient furnace withrooms, games/media with surround sound, high efficient furnace withfiltration ystem, oversized master ensuite with soaker, double shower, etc.filtration ystem, oversized master ensuite with soaker, double shower, etc.

STUNNING EXECUTIVE HOME!STUNNING EXECUTIVE HOME!

2524 148A Street, South Surrey2524 148A Street, South Surrey

priced @ $969,900priced @ $969,900


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09020752

9999 sales since January 24th, 2011.sales since January 24th, 2011.That is 1 sale everyThat is 1 sale every 2.222.22 days.days.

I WANT TO SELL YOUR LADNER OR TSAWWASSEN HOME TOO! CALL TODAY!I WANT TO SELL YOUR LADNER OR TSAWWASSEN HOME TOO! CALL TODAY!stats taken as of SEPTEMBER 1st, 2011


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TSAWWASSEN SPRINGSONE BEDROOM & DEN

Stunning new 1 bedroom & den condo on the 3rd floor of this beautifullydesigned building in this master planned community. Large open 875sq.ft. plan facing southwest with oversized windows and high ceilingsmakes this home bright and spacious. Massive covered deck overlookingthe golf course is great for BBQ’s year round and beautiful sunsets. Greatfinishings and features include gas fireplace, hardwood flooring, granitecounters, stainless steel appliances, in-suite storage and geothermalheating and air conditioning. With walking and bike trail, tennis courtsand out door ice rink, you’ll enjoy the surroundings year round.For showings and other details call Wes Janzen @ 604.657.9888

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THE CHANCEY TEAMTHE CHANCEY TEAMWWW.EXPERTAGENTS.CA

BOBCHANCEY

LINDACHANCEY

SUTTON GROUP WEST COAST REALTY*These Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board stat is t ics are based on combined l is t ing and sales uni ts . #1 Agent

GVREB 1986. #2 Agent GVREB 1987. #3 Agent 1985 & 1988. #1 Agent in S.Del ta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team). MLS® Presidents Club for 10 years 1984-1992 and 2007.WEST COAST WEST COAST

1131 Walalee Dr., Tsaw.$849,000

4542 Hawthorne Place, Ladner$539,000

JUST SOLDJUST SOLD

1260 Enderby Ave., Tsaw.$799,000

6360 Goldsmith, Richmond$768,800

11751 King Road, Richmond$409,000

SOLDSOLD419 - 56h St., Tsaw.$569,000

SOLDSOLD5056 Westminster Ave., Ladner

$823,900

JUST SOLDJUST SOLDJUST SOLD

JUST SOLD5823 Fair Wynd, Ladner$888,000

JUST SOLDJUST SOLDSOLDSOLD

OVER ASKINGOVER ASKING

4685 Kensington, Ladner$679,000

JUST SOLDJUST SOLD

4888 63A Street, Ladner$719,000

JUST SOLDJUST SOLD

JUST SOLDJUST SOLD

ROSEWOOD COURTJUST LISTED

Not a thing to do but move in to this beautifultownhouse in desirable Rosewood Court. Showsbetter than new! Living room & dining room withnewer paint & carpets. Perfect kitchen/eating areawith granite counters, stainless steel appliances,laminate flooring, crown moldings. Cozy family roomoverlooking lovely spacious south exposed fencedyard. Total of 3 bedrooms up. Beautiful masterbedroom with ensuite with stunning granite shower.FOR 360O VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOOR PLANSGO TO WWW.EXPERTAGENTS.CA Call Bobor Linda 604-317-0999.

#3, 4748 54A Street, Ladner$469,000

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604-317-0999BOBCHANCEY

THE CHANCEY TEAMTHE CHANCEY TEAMWWW.EXPERTAGENTS.CA

LINDACHANCEY

SUTTON GROUP WEST COAST REALTY*These Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board stat is t ics are based on combined l is t ing and sales uni ts . #1 Agent

GVREB 1986. #2 Agent GVREB 1987. #3 Agent 1985 & 1988. #1 Agent in S.Del ta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team). MLS® Presidents Club for 10 years 1984-1992 and 2007.WEST COAST WEST COAST

SELLING FINE HOMES IN NEIGHBOURHOODS LIKEYOURS

6100 Madrona Cr., Richmond$899,000

SOLDSOLDOVER ASKINGOVER ASKING

5283 12th Ave., Tsaw.$689,000

SOLDSOLD5096 Bentley Dr., Ladner

$899,000

SOLDSOLD5353 Spetifore Cr., Tsaw.

$899,000

SOLDSOLD4523 64th St., Ladner$829,000

SOLDSOLD2346 Falcon Way, Tsaw.$359,000

5203 Laurel Dr., Ladner$986,000

65 - 55A St., Tsaw.$648,000

SOLDSOLDJUST SOLDJUST SOLD SOLDSOLD

4909 45th Avenue, Ladner$579,000

JUST SOLDJUST SOLD

935 Bayview Dr., Tsaw.$824,500

JUST SOLDJUST SOLD

*Based on Bob and/or Linda’s career achievements as per GreaterVancouver Real Estate Board Statistics for homes sold (unit sales)

Career Achievements#1 Agent in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board*#2 Agent in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board*#3 Agent twice, in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board*

#1 Agent in South Delta for 11 years*MLS® Presidents Club for 10 years*

The Presidents Club represents the top 1% of Realtors®

in the Great Vancouver Real Estate Board.

Consider The Advantages...

OAK GLEN TERRACE2 BDRM CONDO

23 - 5661 Ladner Trunk Rd,Ladner

$249,000

Check out this top floor 2 bedroom condo in the heart ofLadner. Great west exposure with good size sundeck. Walk totransit, recreation, shopping and more. New Roof, new boiler,new decks, etc. FOR 360O VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLANS GO TO WWW.EXPERTAGENTS.CA Call Bob orLinda 604-317-0999.

WOW THISHOME IS A 10!

6662 London Lane, Ladner

$689,000

Fabulous! Immaculate home in quiet cul-de-sac location.Beautifully maintained throughout. You’ll love the kitchenwith large island and loads of oak cabinets; eating areaoverlooking gorgeous back yard. Family room with wet bar;formal living room & dining room with vaulted ceilings. 2,333sq.ft. 3 bdrms, 2 ½ baths. Roof 6 years young.. FORVIRTUAL 3600 TOUR AND FLOOR PLANS GO TO WWW.EXPERTAGENTS.CA Call Bob or Linda 604-317-0999.

FOR VIRTUAL 3600 TOUR AND FLOOR PLANS

GO TO WWW.EXPERTAGENTS.CA

ROOM TO ROAMINSIDE & OUT

6150 48A Avenue, Ladner

$639,000

Large 2,975 sq. ft. home boasting 5 bedrooms, games roomand a family room. Spacious living & dining rooms. Familyroom off kitchen/eating area. Large south exposed yard (7255square foot lot) NEW ROOF. Radiant hot water heat. Immediatepossession possible. Close to bus school, park & easy accessto Vancouver. FOR 360O VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLANS GO TO WWW.EXPERTAGENTS.CA Call Bob orLinda 604-317-0999.



MORTGAGEHELPER

429 56th St., Tsawwassen

$549,000

Views of Boundary Bay from this terrific home with mortgagehelper or a great revenue property (zoned RM1 duplex).Upstairs boasts a nice layout with large living room, kitchen &eating area. 2 bedrooms, plus another room which could bebedroom, office or ? Shows really well! Below is a 950 sq.ft.,2 bedroom suite with new carpets. FOR VIRTUAL 3600 TOURAND FLOOR PLANS GO TO WWW.EXPERTAGENTS.CACall Bob or Linda 604-317-0999

ALL IN THEFAMILY

5226 Crescent Dr., Ladner

$1,188,000

Perfect home for large blended family or inlaws or great revenue income.This builders own home boasts over 4,200 square feet with bright &beautiful open foyer leading up the staircase to formal living room, diningroom, kitchen (and a wok kitchen), eating area, family room, den, 4bedrooms & 3 baths. Below you will be able to entertain the whole familyin this deluxe media room! Plus there are 4 more bedrooms, kitchen,eating area, living room & 2.5 baths. BONUS…. detached 800 sq.ft.office, workshop or studio. Entertainment sized covered deck, patio, extraparking and more. Call Bob or Linda 604-317-0999.FOR VIRTUAL TOUR GO TO WWW.EXPERTAGENTS.CA



START HEREJUST LISTED

#13, 5661 Ladner Trunk Rd,Ladner

$239,000

Well maintained 2 bedroom, bright corner unit with lots ofwindows & sliding door from master bedroom & living room tosouth facing deck. Gas fireplace in living room. In suite laundrygas & hot water included in maintenance fee. Close to shops,transit & recreation. FOR 360O VIRTUAL TOUR AND FLOORPLANS GO TO WWW.EXPERTAGENTS.CA Call Bob orLinda 604-317-0999.FOR VIRTUAL 3600 TOUR AND FLOOR PLANS


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1130 Congratulations1130

Congratulations, MaddalineEnns, MFA Graduate in

Creative Writing (Poetry),August 14, 2011!

Rainier Writing Workshop, PLU.Graduating poetry collection,"TheNotes of Want" dedicated to latefather-in-law, Abe Enns (left),andgrandmother, Maddaline Gibson.Love Dale, Eliot, Lilya & Zinnia

JACKSON, Lesley Helen(nee James)

Oct. 23, 1942 – Aug. 27, 2011Lesley Jackson of Tsawwassen,B.C., passed away on Saturday,August 27, 2011 with her lovingfamily by her side, at the IreneThomas Hospice, af ter acourageous battle with cancer.Lesley is survived by her husbandGary; her daughter Lindsay andhusband Graham Murray; herdaughter Nancy and husbandKent Beveridge and their childrenClaire and Griffin. Lesley is alsosurvived by her sister Beverly andhusband George Glenday andher sister Claudia and husbandRonald Barbour. Lesley loved lifeand lived every day to the fullest.Her love of teaching, along withfamily and friends, was themainstay of her life. She will ber e m e m b e r e d f o r h e rdetermination, positive attitude,great sense of humour and mostof all, her loving and caringnature. A celebration of Lesley’slife will be held at 1 p.m. onSunday, September 18, 2011 atBeach Grove Golf Club. In lieu offlowers, if friends so wish,donations in Lesley’s memorymay be made to the BC CancerFoundation, Irene ThomasHospice or MS Society of Canada- BC and Yukon Division.

1170 Obituaries1170JAGGER, Dorothy

Sept. 12, 1919 - June 27, 2011A celebration of life will be held atthe Delta Funeral Home, 5329Ladner Trunk Road, 1:00pm onMonday September 12th, 2011.

Callow, George EdwardFeb 6, 1926 to Aug 23, 2011

passed away at age 85. Prede-ceased by his wife Nancy Doreen(nee Anders). Survived by hisfamily Ana Callow; children Mari-ana DeBoice (Kevin), David Cal-low (Jane), Andrea Harstone(Mike), and John Callow (Aida);grandchildren Quentin, Nicole,Spencer, Ashtyn, Katrina and Do-minic; sister Doris Garrett andbrother Bob Callow (Ann) andmany neices and nephews.George valued family and left thegift of an extensive family histo-ry. He had many hobbies includ-ing writing stories, and was amaster carver. He lived in Ladnerfor many years and recentlymoved to an assisted living facili-ty in North Vancouver. The Navywas an important part of his earlyhistory. George enjoyed sharingstories with family, friends andhis colleagues at the Royal Cana-dian Legion in Ladner. Dad,grandpa, brother, friend we loveyou and miss you. If desired, do-nations to the Salvation Army orRoyal Canadian Legion can bemade in lieu of flowers.

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MEETING ROOMAVAILABLE!

The Tsawwassen Legion has ano-charge meet ing roomavailable to local organizations

needing a place to meet.Holds up to 60 people

Call 604 943 0232 after 1:00Or call Terry Nylander

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1085 Lost & Found1085FOUND in driveway, child’s bike.Send description to claim. email:[email protected]

MISSING Cat "Bella" our beloved 2yr old black cat is missing in E. Lad-ner area. She wears a blue harness.If seen PLEASE Call: (604) 657-0967

1110 Volunteers1110ANY AGE, male or female wholike to sing are needed twice amonth for 1 hour to join our groupfor a sing along of old type songsfor seniors. Please call Ann604-940-0423

ANNOUNCEMENTS

“Children are our most valuablenatural resource.”

School District No. 38(Richmond)

OUR FOCUS IS ON THE LEARNER

CLERICAL SUBSTITUTESSchool District No. 38 (Richmond) requires clerical staff to work on an on-callbasis, possibly leading to regular employment. Applicants should possessseveral years of experience as an Administrative Assistant plus businesseducation courses. Candidates must have a high level of competency in wordprocessing with a minimum typing speed of 50 wpm. Experience with basicbookkeeping and spreadsheets would be an asset. This position requiresindividuals who are professional, accurate, detail-oriented and efficient, pluspossess strong clerical, communication and interpersonal skills. Applicantsshould also be mobile within Richmond and available to work on short notice.The salary is $22.78 per hour, which includes 4% vacation pay.Please quote competition #E-CL-001-11-02. Applications are availablebetween 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. from:Human Resources Department, School District No. 38 (Richmond)

7811 Granville Avenue, Richmond, BC V6Y 3E3We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but advise that only those selectedfor interviews will be contacted.

Please visit our website at www.sd38.bc.ca.

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1232 Drivers1232PROFESSIONAL JOB

OPPORTUNITIESTroyer Ventures Ltd. is a privatelyowned company servic ingNorthern BC and Alberta. We arenow accepting applications at ourFort St. John Branch for: *PartsP e r s on *H D C o m me r c i a lT r a n s p o r t M e c h a n i c s*Professional Drivers (Class 1, 3)Successful candidates will beself-motivated and eager to learn.Experience is preferred, buttraining is available. Valid safetytickets, clean drug test, andD r i v e r s A b s t r a c t ( D r i v e rapplications only) are required.For more information and to applyfor these opportunities andadditional postings, visit ouremployment webpage at:http://troyer.ca/employment-opportunities

Tow Truck OperatorsRoadway Towing Ltd. has twopositions available for tow truckoperators. Applicants must residein the area in order to meet ourcontract obligations. Applicantsmust have a minimum of a class 5d r i v e r ’ s l i c e n c e w i t h o u trestrictions. Most importantlychosen applicants must pass acriminal record check prior tobeing hired. Experience ispreferred however training will beprovided to the right applicant.Some mechanical skills and anunderstanding of automobiles isan asset. Shifts include weekendsand some on call nights.Company also offers an excellentbenefits package. Drivers arepaid on commission so the harderyou work the more you can make.Resume and drivers abstract caneither be faxed or emailed.

Fax# 604-940-1793 oremail [email protected]

1240 GeneralEmployment1240

A STROKE ABOVE (Surrey)seeking F/T Painter. Comp. HighSchool and sev. yrs of exp. req’d.$ 2 5 / h r . e - r e s :[email protected]

DOG GROOMER Experienced DogGroomer for busy salon F/T or P/T.Commission or hourly 604-461-3647

PRODUCTION ASSISTANTFull time

Manufacturing Plant in TilburyIndustrial Park seeks full timewarehouse position in ourpackaging and productiondepartment. Monday - Friday8am - 4:30pm. Job entails avariety of duties includinglifting. Applicant must beresponsible, punctual, able totake direction and workindependently.

Please email resume [email protected]

or fax to 604-940-9334


TSAWWASSEN HUSKYhas p/t and f/t positions available

for Mechanic andFront End Attendant.

Please call Johny, 604-943-5333

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1310 Trades/Technical1310AGI ENVIROTANK in Biggar, Skrequires experienced welders.Relocation to Biggar required.$30/hr DOE. Company offers acomprehensive benefit package.Forward resume with referencesto [email protected] or fax to306-948-5263.

AGI EVIROTANK in Biggar , Sk .requires industrial painters.

Relocation to Biggar required.$20-30/hr DOE. Company offers

a comprehensive benefitpackage. Forward resume with

references [email protected] or fax to

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EMPLOYMENT EDUCATION

PART TIMEperson to work Saturdays andSundays between 9:00am and

5:00pm in the LadnerLaundromat. $10/hour.

Applicants can e-mail me [email protected]

Must be responsible andreliable.

NOW HIRINGFull time and Part timepos i t i ons fo r Proper t yMaintenance business inTsawwassen for lawncare andgeneral maintenance. Driver’slicense required. Experiencewith lawn mowing equipmentand line trimmers necessary.Knowledge of Ladner &Tsawwassen an asset.Email [email protected]

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FOOD & OTHER PRODUCTSIN-STORE SAMPLERS

Need To Get Out Of The House,Talk To People & Create

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Try part-time work as a FreelanceContractor 4-8 days a month as aProduct Demonstrator!Job Description: You must be ago-getter able to work on your ownwho enjoys talking to people &doing basic cooking. Great for men& women, seniors, retirees & matureadults.Availability: both Fri & Sat from11am to 5 or 6pm (& some Sun).Requirements:• Fully fluent in English• Own a car to carry supplies• Be well groomed & bondable• Able to carry medium weight

equipment into stores.Pay starts at $10/hr. Trainingprovided in N. Burnaby.

Call JMP Marketing at604-294-3424, local 30

JMP Marketing ServicesReliable since 1979


HARRIS NURSERYLANDTsawwassen location requiresF/T person, heavy lifting req’d.Apply in person, 5456 12th Ave

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections September 4 - 10, 2011Aries March 21 - April 19: You start this weekwith a wise and gentle outlook. You understandwhy recent events occurred and the motives andneeds of the people involved. You might not agreewith someone Sunday but you know that you lovethem by Monday. Your ambitions, career and placein the world are highlighted Tuesday/Wednesday. Ifyou can co-operate – oddly enough, with yourselfmore then with others – then you will succeed,perhaps hugely. Happiness and social interest calmThursday/Friday. All week, a work-like attitude willhelp you. Direct your energy into home repairs, notfamily arguments.Taurus April 20-May 20: You’re in a lucky year,and a romantic, creative and “winning” month! Expectsuccess! Sunday/Monday emphasize research,secrets, subterranean currents, subconscious desires,investment (of time or money) and lifestyle changes.These go better Monday than Sunday. Wisdom,scholarship, education, far travel, new, big ideasand foreign-born people enter Monday night throughWednesday – great for students starting school. Butto bed from 9 p.m. Tuesday onward – night owls meetdisappointment.Your standing,career,ambitions cometo the fore Thursday onward. Social joys Saturday!Gemini May 21-June 20: Decide who/what shouldstay in your life, and who/what (the stale, unprofitable)should not. Your security, home, property, family,retirement and such issues are important – this isan excellent year (to June 2012) to make choices inthese areas. E.g., a home you find now will alwaysbe a sweet “retreat,” filled with sunshine and health.Sunday/Monday emphasize relocation, opportunities,relationships. You might choose a lifestyle, healthcure, investment, or even a sexual partner Mondaynight to pre-dawn Thursday. Wisdom, gentle love, lawand far travel come Thursday onward.

Cancer June 21-July 22: Stack up all your “todo’s” and get them done. This week’s filled witherrands, paperwork, calls, emails, all the busynessof daily life. Be curious: ask questions, read, explore.Take a short trip this holiday weekend. Siblings,casual acquaintances welcome you. (But if you dogo, Sunday/Monday, you’ll end up cooking, cleaningor chopping the wood.) Exciting meetings and newhorizons, new opportunities face you Monday nightthrough Wednesday. The luckiest (short-term, maybenot long) come Tuesday, the most exciting Wednesday.Secrets, finances, intimate bonding late week.Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Chase money. Buy and sell,seek new clients, ask for a pay raise, collect – and payyour bills. Your memory’s good. Your sensual quotientis high. (Ditto your romantic quotient, Sunday/Monday.)Accept surface appearances: looking beneath or behindwastes time, distorts the truth. Tackle chores (andthose money prospects) Tuesday/Wednesday – watchtiming, communication/commuting factors. Do nothingunethical Wednesday: there is never justification.Exciting meetings, new horizons, potential competitorsarise Thursday onward. Lucrative purchases,investments Saturday p.m.Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Your energy, effectiveness,attractiveness and luck reach new peaks. Startsignificant projects, ask favours, see and be seen.Banish shyness. Start the week (Sunday/Monday)by getting rid of hold-backs and stale burdens. (Orrest, nap, or take care of security, house and familyconcerns – a great two days to tackle the garden.)Love “helplessly” comes around Monday nightthrough Wednesday. There is a big “yes” anda money-connected or possession “no” here.Chores arise Thursday onward – you’ll completethem easily. Saturday noon starts a weekend ofrelationship excitement.

Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Conserve your energy,avoid confrontation. Healers, charity workers, civilservants, anyone who deals in a non-profit way withthe public – these will favour you, might open a door tofinancial, lifestyle gain. But higher-ups and authoritieswill be impatient, gruff. Get the former on your side toprotect you against the latter. (E.g., get a letter fromyour doctor to show the judge.) Home, security, realestate are very favoured Tuesday, but watch the long-term implications. (E.g., you find a bargain house,but in an area that’s declining.) Romantic notions,Thursday-Saturday!Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: You popularity isrising. Flirtations, friendships, entertainment andspontaneous gatherings occur. It’s an excellent time(to Sept. 22) to join a group or club, become involvedin politics, or even to start an “interest group.” Yourlife is filled with opportunities (June 2011 to June2012) – all emerge from relationships. So gather awhole armful of relationships this month: some/manywill pay off handsomely later. It’s also a great timeand year to seek fame, deal with the public, etc. Yourcommunications luck is high Tuesday. Saturday evestarts a romantic weekend!Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Be ambitious,especially Sunday/Monday, when you have moreclout, enthusiasm and energy than usual, andTuesday/Wednesday, when your money instinctsmeet bountiful circumstances. Be careful not toargue Wednesday mid-day – it could cause you alot of unnecessary worry later. You might be over-eager about a speculative investment or “romanticlust” this August/September – this could triggerimpulsivity or that possible argument. Travel, talk,meet friends, and be curious Thursday to Saturdaynoon – not an exciting period, but most things gowell. Find sweet rest later.

Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: The weeks aheademphasize higher education, legal affairs, far travel,internationalism, big ideas (the abstract trumpsdetails) cultural rituals, insurance, statistics andgentle love. The last could be quite significant, formany of you have or will meet good fortune in themore passionate side of love – September gives youan opportunity to put this on an even keel, to injectgentle wisdom into it. Some will wed! (Love/hate isa possibility, too.) Rest, lie low Sunday/Monday. Yourenergy and clout soar Monday night to Wednesday– chase something big. Money’s good late week.Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: This month deals withsecrets, the levers of power, mysteries and hiddenalliances. To succeed, research; don’t gossip, DON’Ttell secrets, but do ask questions and hear theanswers. Health diagnosis, lifestyle changes, networth, investments and debts, and sexual intimacy/consequences – one or more of these offers youbenefits this week. It’s a fine time to buy a home.(Easier than selling.) You’re optimistic, social Sunday/Monday. Retreat to plan, deal with governmentagencies Tuesday/Wednesday. Your energy andeffectiveness rise Thursday onward – go, makechanges, commit.Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: The emphasis lies onrelationships, relocation,dealing with the public, fame,opportunities and challenges, allies and enemies. Becreative, especially in “showing” bosses how theycan pay you more, increase your sales territory, etc.Others treat you with affection and grace. So askfor that date – even if he/she says “no,” you’ll havestarted a friendship. Soon, you’ll be talking abouta home (or an ending) with another. Be ambitiousSunday/Monday. Hopes, happiness, social joys flowTuesday/Wednesday! Withdraw, rest Thursday/Friday.Saturday eve starts your “star weekend!”

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Lots of misc.

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Furniture, tools, fishing gear,clothes, lamps, records,

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1189 53A St. TsawAntiques, collectibles,tools, miscellaneous, etc.

3015 ChildcareAvailable3015

Book Now for SeptemberFully qualified Mom of 4yr old,central Ladner. Full & part-timedaycare in my happy home.Good rates, 1st Aid Cert. Mustbe ok with friendly pets.References available.

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MOM WHO has 9 year olddaughter will provide before andafter school care for LadnerElementary School starting inSept. I am certiifed in ECE, 1staid, food safe. For more info,contact Nicky @ 604-946-0444

3020 ChildcareWanted3020

RIDE NEEDED daily for 6 yearold, from 55th St. Ladner toHawthorne School 604-940-4425

3507 Cats3507BENGAL KITTENS, 4 male, 8wks old, beautiful markings $500.604-924-5599

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3508 Dogs3508

ALL SMALL breed pups local &n o n s h e d d i n g $ 3 9 9 + .604-590-3727, 604-514-3474www.puppiesfishcritters.com

BEAUTIFUL ROTTI X puppies,family raised, $250, Chwk604-794-3505

BORDER COLLIE Cross Sheltiepup female Gorgeous! Ready.$500. Aldergrove, 604-856-3291

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Fila/Mastiff Guard Dog Pupsowners closest friend. Thieves

worst nightmare. All shots. Readynow! 604-817-5957

Foster homes urgently req’d forrescued, abandoned & neglecteddogs. Many breeds.www. abetterlifedogrescue.com

MINIATURE PINSCHER PUPSFamily raised, 1st shots,dewormed, vet checked, $400Call 604-467-6670, Maple Ridge

SHIH Tzu puppies Adorable ShihTzu puppies 6 wks, 1st shots, de-wormed $550 Call: (604) 788-8634ENGLISH Bulldogs CKC Reg, Soldw$500 of free boarding at our coun-try kennel. 1 huge boy remaining.BulldogsBC.com ONLY $1,500. 604898-9044 or email: [email protected].

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3510 Feed & Hay3510

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3540 Pet Services3540

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4060 Metaphysical4060TRUE ADVICE! TRUE Clarity!

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4530 TravelDestinations4530

2 BR Condo in Fort Lauderdale,avail Dec 9-16, slps 6-8, cls tobeaches, shopping & DisneyWorld, $850/week. 604-931-0893

5005 Accounting/Bookkeeping5005

ALL accounting services15+ years experience,bookkeeping, payroll

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9125 Domestic9125

5505 Legal/PublicNotices5505

NOTICE TO CREDITORSAND OTHERS

Re: Estate of Donald RobertCochrane, deceased, formerlyof 205 - 4845 53 St., Delta, BC.

Creditors and others havingclaims against this estate arehereby notified that particulars oftheir claims should be sent to theundersigned executor, 5275Wellburn Drive, Delta, BC V4K4H9 on or before September 30,2011, after which date theexecutor will distribute the estateamong the parties entitled to it,having regard to the claims hethen has notice. Bruce AllanCochrane, Executor.

6508 Apt/Condos65081 BR, large + balcony, centralLadner, ns, np, coin wd, availnow, $775, 604-538-3777

QUIET CLEAN 1 br avail. Tsaw.near ammens, park like setting,carpets, References required,$750. 778-316-3401

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Bach & 1 BR Available.Spacious suites, balconies,rent incls heat & hot water,prkg available. Refs. N/P.CALL 604 946-1094BAYSIDE PROPERTY SERVICES

LADNER, 1BR, avail Oct 1. basiccable, heat h/w, prkg incld, ns, np604-946-6846 or 946-0096

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6508 Apt/Condos6508LARGE BRIGHT spacious Pent-house suite, 4th flr, Ladner Vil-lage, avail Sept 15, $1675 inclheat, h/w, 2 baths, 5 appl, ref’s,elevator, prkg, well maintainedbldg, quiet mature tenants, n/sn/p, 604-940-9434

Tsawwassen, CASA DEL SOLStudio Avail $675. October 1

Large Balcony.incls heat & H/W, carpets, drapes,2 appl, 2 elevators, under ground

parking avail. Please Call604-943-8954 or 604-488-4733

6522 FurnishedAccommodation6522

LADNER, FULLY furn luxuryhome, Oct 15 - Apr. 14th, $2500,www.ladner.ca/rent or 946-1133

6540 Houses - Rent65403 BR, 2 bath, Rancher on a farm,$2,000, all appl, pet ok, avail Sept1, River Rd Ladner 604-961-1942

4 BR + den 2800sf, 2 lvls, 3 baths,5 appl, luxury reno, pool, $3100,Tsaw. 3 mth lease 604-889-9915

W. LADNER, Exec 3 br & den, 2.5ba, N/S N/P, nr schl, gardeningincl, $2600, refs, M-F, 604-760-9014

6565 Office/Retail -Rent6565

TsawwassenSpace for Lease

★Century Square1835 56th Street

640 to 5040 sq. ft..

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For more information callTina or Sandra

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6595 SharedAccommodation6595

6595-25 Lad./Tsaw./S. Delta6595-25

LADNER OLD fashion farmhouse, 1 br. furn. share bath,$450 no drugs, 604-943-7022

PARTIALLY furn, sep bldg @shared house, acreage, E. Ladnerpriv. quiet, $575, 604-940-4595

ROOM AVAIL in comfortableTsawwassen home. Suits mature,prof person or student. $600/mo(includes delicious meals). Call604-943-6130 or 603-7210

ROOM IN t/house Central Lad-ner, semi furn, bath, w/d, cbl &net, ns ref’s, $525. 604-946-0712

6602 Suites/PartialHouses6602

1BDRM/1BTH Bright and CleanSuite for rent Ground level, priv entw cov’d patio. Elec, heat, sharedlaundry incl. Avail September 1.No smoking. No Pets $900 MonthlyCall: (778) 317-78141BDRM suite, incl. util, cable, Int,W/D. Available Oct.1st No Pets $800Monthly Call: (604) 506-6848

6605 Townhouses -Rent6605

3BD/2BTH 15175 62A Ave SurreyT/Home in Brooklands. Resort stylepool and spa, fitness, movie room,floor hockey etc. Oct 01 $1650Call 778-246-1051

RENTALS

6008 Condos/Townhouses6008

6008-18 NewWestminster6008-18

N. WEST. Reno’d 1 BR apt, 2ndflr. 670 sf. Prkg, swimming pool.Pet ok. $159,000. 778-397-0508

6015 For Sale byOwner6015

uSELLaHOME.comSell your home, only $99. 604-574-5243Chilliwack fully reno’d 3400sf 3br 3ba charac-ter home $458,900 795-2997 id5402New Westminster 638sf 1br condo, near RoyalCentre $159,900 525-8577 id5142New Westminster updated 670sf 1br condo,pool $159,800 778-397-0508 id5230Sry Open House, Sat to Mon, 2-4pm,18556-64B Av Clayton 2400sf 4br 3.5ba 2 sundecks suite potential $495K 576-6404 id5416

6015 For Sale byOwner6015

MISSION BEAUTIFUL 4+ BR, 5acre, barn. Owner will considertrades & carry mortgage.$650,000. 604-671-7498

6020 Houses - Sale6020

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6030 Lots & Acreage6030WILLOUGHBY, LANGLEY

BUILDING LOT 4800sf, in welle s t a b l i s h e d s u b - d i v i s i o n .$300,000. Victor ★ 778-855-2688

6040 Okanagen/Interior6040

EXCEPTIONAL LAKEVIEWLots from $150,000. Owner wantsto retire. Will carry financing.

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6065 RecreationProperty6065

POINT ROBERTS! A brightattractive 3 bdrm, 2 bath home,Gulf Aire Villas, 1721 Benson Rd.#111, $25,000, and 5800sf lotwith 5 dwarf fruit trees fromseparate owner at $37,600.Owner will finance. Contact CallIsabelle 604-266-5153 or Duncan604-266-9923

9105 AutoMiscellaneous9105

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9110 Collectibles &Classics9110

1996 BENTLEY, 1-owner, only62,000 km, all orig., immaculate.$38,000. 604-987-3876. D24627

1997 CADILLAC Concours,149k, V8 auto, beige, sunroof,leather, pwr $3000 604-472-0454

1998 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 5speed, 4 cyl, 180K, whole cargreat condition. $2500 obo. Days(604)818-6421, eves 818-7315

2006 SATURN ION, 52K, immac,1 owner since new, lots ofoptions. $9,500. 604-862-0955

2007 CHEVY COBALT SSSEDAN. Great kms, BCAAinspected . $11,980Auto Fleet 604-304-7653www.autofleet.biz stk 12296

2008 CHRYSLER 300 AWD. Noacc’d & inspected. This is a superclean unit in and out. $15,980.Auto Fleet 604-304-7653www.autofleet.biz stk12253

2009 CHEVROLET COBALT LTVery clean & local. Inspected &grt gas mileage. $11,860 AutoF l e e t 6 0 4 - 3 0 4 - 7 6 5 3www.autofleet.biz stk12285

9125 Domestic9125

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9145 Scrap CarRemoval9145

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9155 Sport Utilities/4x4’s/Trucks9155

1997 FORD 150 XLT, maroon, 1owner, no accidents, air, seats 3,already to head south for thewinter. Full RV package incl trailerbrake system, canopy is lined,cab upho ls te ry & carpetshampooed, engine pressurewashed. Looks like new. Aircaredvalid Aug, 2013. 171,000 mi.$4500 obo. 604-922-6695

2008 F-150 XLT SUPERCREW4X4, super clean, low originalkms. $23,860Auto Fleet 604-304-7653www.autofleet.biz stk12321

2008 Lexus RX 350, PremiumPackage incredibly low mileage!17,000 kms; includes special ordered18" wheels. Crystal white pearl w/ivory leather interior. Immaculate,one owner, no accidents.$36,950 Call: (778) 892-7443 email:[email protected] Great deal -was over $60,000 new.

9160 Sports &Imports9160

1983 MERCEDES 280SL, rare 6cyl, conv. blue, auto, exc cond.$9900obo, Mike 778-999-0155

1995 ALFA Romeo Spider,1-owner, only 21,000 km, like new.$16,800. 604-987-3876. D24627

1998 HONDA CIVIC SI. Coupe, 5speed, A/C, sunroof, power locks,power tinted windows, black ext.,gray int., Pioneer stereo. 247,000km. Rebuilt engine, new clutch,timing belt & water pump replacedin last 2 years. Ideal for students!Only $2,800! Call 604-996-1903

9160 Sports &Imports9160

1998 SUZUKI Esteem GTXwagon loaded, all updated PetroCan Tsaw, $3500. 604-948-5155

2003 BMW 320i 124,000kms.Leather interior, great condition,

$9,000 negotiable.call 778-882-5076 or

[email protected]

2003 COROLLA auto, like new,122,000 kms, grey, must sell dueto illness. $7200 604-824-6698

2003 VW Passat wagon, 1.8Lturbo, 117K, grey, 5 spd, greatshape, $8300 obo, 604-715-0357

2005 HONDA Hybrid Accord, Exc.cond., auto, silver, black leatherint., 4dr., detailed, stereo, 6cyl.,fully serviced, 80,000 k’s, greatmpg! $13,900 604-541-2520

NEED CHEAP AUTOBODY ?www.cheapautobody.ca604-341-7738

9173 Vans9173

2008 DODGE Grand Caravan SE(STOW’ N G0) LOW kms. Noacc’d & inspected. $15,960 AutoF l e e t 6 0 4 - 3 0 4 - 7 6 5 3www.autofleet.biz stk12325

9515 Boats9515BRONCO S Metzeler/Zodiac 10ftlong, incl oars, utility seat & pump,like new, $500, 604-922-8814

9520 Marinas/Moorage9520

BOAT MOORAGE’S available upto 33ft. with power and security.Ladner. Call 604-209-9236

9522 RV’s/Trailers9522

1994 RV 30ft Pinnacle 37K, manyoptions, great cond. queen bed, 1owner, $17,900, 604-922-8814

2004 PLEASURE - WAY PLAT-EAU M/H Mercedes Benz Turbodiesel. Immac cond fully lodedwith Onan Generator, 62,937k’s,$59,900. Ph 1-604-220-5005

2010 CHALET LTW Foldabletrailer. Rear skylight & awning.Save $3,000 below cost @$10,500 Clearance Price - NoTrade (Stk. T10-06) go-west.com604-528-3900 DL# 9676 DL #9676

2010 KOKANEE Express M22Living slide Lite WT. Thermalwindows. Save $6,500 below cost@ $19,900 Clearance Price – NoTrade (Stk. D10-50) go-west.com604-528-3900 DL #9676

9522 RV’s/Trailers9522

2010 TAKENA 1865 EX DinetteSlide. Fuel efficient towing. Save$5,000 below cost @ $16,900Clearance Price - No Trade (Stk.T 0 9 - 1 9 ) g o - w e s t . c o m604-528-3900 DL #9676

2011 MAXUM Wild 31 QBS –Kitchen slide, Open spacious liteweight trailer. Save $8,500 belowcost @ $23,999 Clearance Price -No Trade (Stk. D10-48) go-west.com 604-528-3900 DL #9676

2011 MAXUM Wild 28 BRS –Bedroom Slide. Lite WT trailer;open floorplan. Save $7,500below cost @ $21,500 ClearancePrice – No Trade (Stk. D10-47)go-west.com 604-528-3900 DL #9676

2004 32 Ft. Arctic Fox 30U25,900 2 slides, $11,000 of after-market extras, solar,new tires (604)393-7757 [email protected]

8055 Cleaning8055

We useenvironmentallyfriendly products

MAID SERVICES“Cleaning Since 1977”

“Ask about our stone floor care restoration”

Book your Spring Clean Now!604-585-1755

• Bonded • Insured • Trusted

SeniorsSeniorsDiscountDiscount

EXP’D HOUSECLEANER willclean your home until its spotless.Call for details...604-710-5892

EXPERIENCED HOUSE cleaneravail, residential or business,604-315-2539 or 778-899-1674

LIDIA’S EUROPEAN Cleaning.Res/Com. Specializing in detailcleaning. Bonded. 604-541-9255

8058 ComputerServices8058

Delta PC Service &Consulting

makes your computerwork again!

Best rates on the market.Guaranteed Virus

Removal.

Call 778-882-4128

8060 Concrete8060

Placing, Finishing, Specializing inStamped Concrete, Overlays, AcidStaining, Counter Tops, faux Rock(Waterfall and Ponds)

Dave: 604-940-1125604-940-1125Cell: 604-220-3145604-220-3145

AdvancedAdvancedConcreteConcreteEnhancements LimitedEnhancements Limited

CHOOSE YOUR NEW HOME FROM OURLIST OF WELL MAINTAINED AND

MANAGED SUITES!

TSAWWASSENGreensview

1 bedroom suite available with 3 appliances, carpets,drapes, u/g parking and laundry facilities. Located on busroute and close to shopping centre. For info or to viewplease call 604-943-0002

Tsawwassen TerraceAre you looking for a 1 or 2 bedroom suite in a wellmaintained building? Bldg is located on 16th Ave and isclose to the bus, shops and the beach. Heat, hot water andparking included in the rent. To view please call604-943-7666

Kerry Court1 and 2 bedroom suites available in a quiet well maintainedbldg. Rent includes 2 appl, drapes, heat and hot water. Buildingimprovements include a putting green, updated windows andpatio doors. Located close to school, shopping centre and busroute. To make an appt. to view please call 604-943-1487

Century Village and Tsawwassen ManorBeautiful complex consisting of 6 bldgs. with landscaped greenareas. 1 & 2 bedroom suites, include drapes, wall to wallcarpets, 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

LADNERDel Rio

2 bedroom suites available in a quiet well maintained building.Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and h/w. To make an apptto view please call 604-946-4633

Evergreen Lane1 bedroom suites available in one of our 4 well maintainedbldgs. Located near shops, school and bus routes. Rentincludes 2 appl, carpets and drapes. To view this suite pleasecall 604-946-2694

Georgia Ct/HarboursideAffordable 1 and 3 bedroom suites available in the heart ofLadner Village. Rent includes 2 appl, carpets, drapes and hotwater. Heat is included at Georgia Court. Shops and bus stopnearby. To view or for more info please call 604-946-9268

Sorry No Pets or BBQsReferences Requiredwww.centuryrentals.ca

@[email protected]


8195 Painting/Wallpaper81958075 Drywall8075

GJ CONSTRUCTIONComplete drywall,

textured ceilings, Steelstud & T-bar etc.

Free Est. Graham604-644-6339

*Drywall * Taping * Texture *Stucco*Painting * Steel stud fram-ing Quality Home 604-725-8925

8080 Electrical8080

Professional ElectricalServices

Panel UpgradesSurge ProtectionRenos – Hot Tubs

Safety ChecksLic. #26765 • South Delta based

604-657-7957www.evansonelectric.com

VANSONLECTRICEE

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 ser-vice call. Insured. Lic # 89402.Fast same day service guar’d. Welove small jobs! 604-568-1899

8087 Excavating8087

# 1 BACKHOE,EXCAVATOR &

BOBCATone mini, drainage,

landscaping, stump / rock /cement / oil tank removal.

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

8090 Fencing/Gates8090

S & SLANDSCAPING &

FENCINGFactory Direct Cedar FencePanel for Sale & Installation8291 No.5 Rd Richmond

Call 604-275-3158

8105 Flooring/Refinishing8105

Hardwood FloorRefinishing

Repairs & StainingInstallation

Free EstimatesCentury Hardwood Floors

604-376-7224www.centuryhardwood.com

Hardwood FloorRefinishing

Repairs & StainingInstallation

Free EstimatesCentury Hardwood Floors

604-376-7224www.centuryhardwood.com

8125 Gutters8125

YOUR HOME GUTTERS

NO HST! til Sept. 30• Gutter Installation,Cleaning & Repairs

• Roofing & Roof Repairs• Moss Control,

Removal & Prevention25 year WarranteedLeaf & Needle Guard

WCB – Fully Insured100% Money Back Guarantee

604-340-7189atyourhomeservicesgroup.ca

8130 Handyperson8130

HANDYMAN SERVICESElectrical, Gutters, Fencing,Plumbing, Carpentry, FlooringR e n o v a t i o n s , S h e d s ,

Contracting & moreAffordable, friendly, fast,

reliable, local, guaranteedCall Phil 604-307-6840

NEED A HAND?• REPAIRS • RENOVATIONS

• WOODWORKING• PAINTINGCall PierreCall Pierre

604-649-0502 (cell)HANDYMAN - framing, decks,tiles, hardwood, drywall. Totaladditions & basements. Ken

778-773-6251 or 604-455-0740

8160 Lawn & Garden8160

Landscaping &GardeningHedging

& PruningCustom Decking

& FencingFlagstone &Paver Patios

PaintingInterior

Renovations

604-948-5296

SALESPRINGSPRING

SUPER SOIL INC.SUPER SOIL INC.TOTAL LANDSCAPE SUPPLY SERVICES

Since 1979

10.000 Deliveries AnnuallyB.C.’S BIGGEST AND BEST SUPPLIER OF QUALITY

NATURAL ORGANIC & COMPOST SOILSGarden Soil MixLawn & Turf BlendsSuper Natural TopsoilComposted Black Bark Mulch#1 100 Fir Bark MulchMiracle Mix SoilTop Dressing BlendsSand & Gravel, RockHydroseeding ContractorSmall Orders Too Volume Discountswww.supersoilinc.ca

888-8881To view or pick up 5333 176 St., Surrey

WE'RE THE GOOD GUYS IN THE GREEN TRUCKS

FREE DELIVERY

100% Fir Bark Mulch

www.supersoil.ca

SUMMERSUMMERSALE

Garden Soil MixLawn & Turf BlendsSuper Natural TopsoilComposted Black Bark Mulch#1 100 Fir Bark MulchMiracle Mix SoilTop Dressing BlendsSand & Gravel, RockHydroseeding ContractorSmall Orders Too Volume Discountswww.supersoilinc.ca

888-8881FREE DELIVERY

100% Fir Bark Mulch

www.supersoil.ca

10,000 Deliveries AnnuallyBC’s BIGGEST AN BEST SUPPLIER OF QUALITY

NATURAL ORGANIC & COMPOST SOILS

PAUL WEATHERBYProperty Maintenance

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

604 •240 •2194604 •943 •2401

8160 Lawn & Garden8160

Reel Type Lawn MowingPower Raking • WeedingMoss Control • Fertilizing

Trimming • Pruning

Professional MaintenaceCell: 604-710-1348

• Reel Type Lawn Mowing • Aerating• Power Raking • Weeding • Fertilizing

• Trimming • Pruning

LAWN MAINTENANCE✔ Holiday Cuts on Now✔ Same Day Service

“1 CALL IS ALL”

WCB 604-943-0043Local Resident 38 years

LandscapeLandscape PLUSPLUSMaintenance & Contracting

WE ARE A YEAR-ROUND BUSINESS

604-946-7308

“Give us a Call!”

For anythingYard Related!

• Designs • Prunning •• Lawns • Fences • Decks •

• Stone/Masonary •

JOHN 604-943-4546(WCB Insured)

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

• Lawn maintenance• Window cleaning• Gutter cleaning• Pressure washing• Pruning and Hedging• Rubbish removal Call HansTel: 604-948-0267 • 604-842-1468

Hedge Trimming, Lawn Care &Yards. Best cleanup! Want it doneright, call Ryan • 604-218-4795

Now Booking ForFALL LAWN

MAINTENANCE• Power Raking• Power Raking• Aeration• Aeration• Lime• Lime• Moss Spray• Moss Spray• Fertilizer Applications• Fertilizer Applications

Save Up to 25%Visa / MC / Debit Accepted

604-229-2797

TWO BROTHERS MOVING Local& Long Distance 604-720-0931

[email protected]

MOVER4HIRE.COMFrom $39. Also: Rubbish removal

604-700-MOVE (6683)

$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7Abe Moving & Delivery and

Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020

B&Y MOVING

604-708-8850

Experienced Movers~ 2 Men $55 ~

Over 10 yrs. Exp.• Licenced & Insured

• Professional Piano Movers

8185 Moving &Storage8185

8185 Moving &Storage8185

WEE HAULMoving/Rubbish RemovalLow Rates. 778-968-3001

8195 Painting/Wallpaper8195

Interior & ExteriorWCB & Liability Insured

www.CascadiaPainting.ca

604-943-4024

CASCADIAPAINTING

PRECISIONPAINTING

AAAAAA• Exterior/Interior Projects

• Written Warranty • Years of Exp.• Fully Insured • WCB Covered

QUALITY WORK. DONE RIGHT.

778.881.6096

Int. & Ext. Specialist, 20 yrs exp.* Reas. Rates, High Quality *Fast, clean, with ref’sLicensed, Insured &WCBJean-Guy Bottin

Cell 604.626.1975

CONFIDENTPAINTING LTD.

Free Est. - 15 Years Exp.Insured /WCB

604-723-8434

A-1PAINT CO.

SummerSpecial

15% OFFBook Now!

ALLSTAR PAINTINGALLSTAR PAINTINGQuality Work You Can Trust!

Interior & Exterior★★ UNBEATABLE PRICES ★★

Free Est. / Written GuaranteeInsured/WCB

778-997-9582

BEST IN CLASSPainting

Low rates, 100% guar. Free est.

Mark 778-323-1045

FAIRWAYPAINTING

Fully Insured20 years experienceFree EstimatesINTERIOR& EXTERIORSPECIALS

Call604-

729-1234

For all yourPainting needs!Richard Ryan604-946-4889604-649-4930

Member : Better Business Bureau

PAINT RITE BY RICH

PROFILECUSTOM PAINTING

★ Interior & Exterior★ Residential & Commercial★ Fully insured. Reas. rates★ Guaranteed quality work★ Free Estimates

778-227-4644

PROFILECUSTOM PAINTING

★ Interior & Exterior★ Residential & Commercial★ Fully insured. Reas. rates★ Guaranteed quality work★ Free Estimates

778-227-4644

Personal- reclaim your garage & yard- move that huge boat or RV- renovating- store those precious keepsakes

Need Space? We Have It!

MINI & MOBILE STORAGE

LADNER604-946-0020

Commercial- reduce your costly commercial square footage/

increase your profit by storing offsite atreduced rates

2 locations: POINT ROBERTS360-945-MINI (6464)

24/7 SecureGated AccessReasonable

Rates!

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

TAKE AWAY THE PRESSUREPainting, interior/exterior ContactIan 604-946-9395..604-812-7255

8205 Paving/SealCoating8205

ALLEN ASPHALT concrete, brick,drains, foundations, walls, mem-branes 604-618-2304/ 820-2187

8220 Plumbing8220

PLUMBING & HEATINGNO JOB TOO SMALL

NO OVERTIMEBEST RATES

Call Today forYour Free Quote

604-889-6409

10% Off with this Ad! For all yourplumbing, heating & reno needs.Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005

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

Main Plumbing andDrainage

Owned by Duff FredricksenFor all your Plumbing and

Drainage needs.Honest and reliable.Competitive rates.

604.948.1811

Panorama Plumbing Heating/Gas Services No job too small ortoo big Res/Comm 604-818-7801www.panoramaplumbing.com

PRECISION 1 Plumbing & Heat-ing, Lic. & Ins. hw tanks, service,renos. Rick 604-809-6822

8222 Pools/Hot Tubs8222SWIMMING POOLS & LINERSPool Shark Pool Service(604) 916-7530

8225 Power Washing8225

BOUNDARY BAYWINDOWWASHING

• Exterior housecleaning

• Pressure Washing• Gutters

Steve Watts604-943-4134778-228-5639

8225 Power Washing8225Pressure Washing

Houses, Siding,Driveways, Patios,

Painting, Interior/Exterior

Seniors DiscountDon’t wait. Call Ian FergusonPhone: 604.946.9395Cell: 604.812.7255

8240 Renovations &Home Improvement8240

AL’SCERAMIC

TILEKitchen & Bathroom

RemodellingBathroom & Shower Repairs

20 years experienceFree estimates

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

[email protected]

604.374.2360

Kitchens, Baths,Home Repairs,

Decks....

Building on your ideas.

P.R. RemodellingKitchens, Bathrooms,Drywall, Tiling, etc.Certified Plumber

20 years exp. & ref’sEuropean craftsmanship

Call Paul 778-434-2437for free estimate

RDM ENTERPRISESFor All Your Household

Repairs and Renovations.Interior and Exterior Finishing,

Kitchens, Bathroomsand Plumbing

Refs Avail. Free EstimatesRob 604-946-4796

778-317-1256 • 604-451-0225Bath *Kitchen* Suites & More

Save Your Dollars!WWW.RENORITE.COM

RenoRite✓✓

A1 CONTRACTING. Bsmt, bath,kitchen cabinets, tiling, painting &decks. Dhillon, 604-782-1936

8250 Roofing8250

NO HST! til Sept. 30• Roofing & Roof Repairs• Duroid, Cedar, Torch-on

• Moss Control,Removal & Prevention• Gutter Installation,Cleaning & Repairs

WCB – Fully Insured100% Money Back Guarantee

604-340-7189atyourhomeservicesgroup.ca

YOUR HOME ROOFING

Tried & True Since 1902Call for a free estimate:

1.877.602.7346Visit us online to receive a special discount:

www.crownroofgutters.ca

8250 Roofing8250#1 Roofing Company in BC

All types of RoofingOver 35 Years in Business

Call now for Free Estimates

604-588-0833SALES@ PATTARGROUP.COMWWW.PATTARGROUP.COM

At Save on Roofing - specializereroof/repair★ Fully Ins. WCB.24/7, Free est. [email protected]

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

8255 Rubbish Removal8255

'You Call It,We Haul It!'

ROD’S HAUL-IT-AWAYRubbish Removal

and Recycling

778-668-4285Locally Owned...

● So you pay less ●

Over 25 years serving South Delta• Rubbish Removal• Reno Clean-Up• Yard Trimmings• Gutter Cleaning

604-649-9600

LARRY’S CLEAN-UP

John 778-288-800910% OFF with this ad

www.studentworksdisposal.com

Student WorksDisposal & Recycling

Tripsstart at $49$49

B ins from 7-20 yards ava i l .

$35/HOUR PER PERSON • 24/7Abe Moving & Delivery and

Rubbish Removal. 604-999-6020

DISPOSAL BINS: Starting at$199 + dump fees. 604-306-8599

www.disposalking.com

8300 Stucco/Siding/Exterior8300

J. PEARCE STUCCOCONTRACTING. 604-761-6079

www.stuccocontracting.com

Quality Home Improvement★ Stucco ★ All Kinds. No Job TooBig or Small. 604-725-8925

8309 Tiling8309AL’S CERAMIC TILE. Supply &install, samples avail. Free est.604-948-9573, cell 604-836-8943

8315 Tree Services8315Tree Removal - Stump GrindingBranch Chipping * Free Est. * WCBLocal resident, 34 yrs. 604-943-0043

To place your ad in “Call the Experts,” call 604-630-3300

Call ThE Experts To place your ad call

604-630-3300

Dale McLean, Certified ArboristMcLean Tree and Hedge

- Arborist reports for Development Applications- Tree pruning and removal- Hedge renovation and trimming- Danger tree- Certified Tree Risk Assessor

Tel: 604-943-8775 Cell: 778-232-1888

TREE SERVICE TREE SERVICERoyal Wood Tree Care

“Trim your trees, cut your costs”

Tree RemovalTree PruningHedge Trimming

Stump GrindingFully InsuredISA Member

H: 604-943-0084 C: 604-916-6187

HANDYMAN SERVICESBermuda JohnBermuda JohnHonest & Dependable • Lawn Cutting• Weeding• Power Washing• Trash Removal• Dump Runs• Deliveries• Pick-Ups604.948.3199604.948.3199778.688.1950778.688.1950 No Job too Small


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Delta Optimist September 2 2011