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2013 is shaping up to be a critical year for several large-scale projects Page 3

From the SFPR to the Southlands and the TFN developments, 2013 is shaping up to be a busy year

Longtime Delta council member Bruce McDonald announced he has decided to seek the Liberal nomination in Delta South. McDonald said he believes he can work at the provincial level to directly address the major concerns that affect South Deltans.

Those making a New Year's resolution to improve their fitness or be more active in the community have to look no further than the Delta Triathlon. Registration for both participants and volunteers for the 14th annual event opens on Monday, Jan. 7.

For the third consecutive year, Envision Financial's Angel Tree program will be delivering Christmas joy to hundreds of local families.

Sean Hodgins, Century Group president and life-long Tsawwassen resident, is the central figure in the debate over the property's future. Page 3

The 33rd edition of Delta's annual Polar Bear Swim is set for New Year's Day. More than 300 hearty souls are expected to start 2013 off with a refreshing dip in the chilly water of Boundary Bay in the holiday ritual at Centennial Beach.

From the Ladner seniors that fundraised to buy socks to students in Richmond and Langley, the 18th annual Realtors Care Blanket Drive collected blankets and warm clothing to help over 19,000 working poor and homeless people across the Lower Mainland.

B.C. Guide Dog Services welcomed the next generation of guide dogs last Friday and over the next two years, local volunteers will help train these puppies to aid blind people and children with autism.

David Bradbeer lauds relationship between environmentalists & farmers