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Ladner B.C. Canada (Greater Vancouver)Toll Free: 1-866-946-2628
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By Road
In ancient times, it was said that all roads led to Rome. Today, in the beautiful lower mainland of B.C., all roads lead to Delta. Major highways 99 and 10 and 17 and 91 converge in Delta, making travel to Delta an easy choice for those traveling by RV or car. Residents, visitors, and those wanting to set up businesses in Delta should contact the Corporation of Delta at 604-946-4141 for information, and visit the website corp.delta.bc.ca The website provides useful information and many helpful links to other related sites.
Travelers coming from the USA enter Canada on Highway 99, which heads north to Richmond, Vancouver, and Whistler. Close to the US border, there is a turn-off to Hwy 91 to North Delta. Arriving in Delta by ferry from the islands, Hwy 17 leads past Tsawwassen to Ladner, and then links to Hwy 99 for northbound travelers, and to Hwy 10 for those eastbound. Visitor information centers are located on the ferry causeway on Hwy 17, at the junction of Hwy 10 and Hwy 99 at the ESSO Station (Tourism Deltaís first permanent location) and at the Delta Chamber of Commerce located at 6201 60th Avenue in Delta, just off Hwy 99.
Visitors staying in Delta can access public transit to get to the airport, the ferries, and Vancouver. Express buses from Ladner, Tsawwassen and North Delta move visitors back and forth to Vancouver in 45 minutes, as well as to the airport, the ferries, and other communities. Translink is the transportation authority for Greater Vancouver, and operates buses, a trolley fleet, the sky train and the seabus to North Vancouver from the Vancouver waterfront, as well as buses throughout greater Vancouver. Fares range from one-zone travel at $2.00 to three-zone travel for $4.00. Maps of the zones are found on the website www.translink.bc.ca Information on transit for physically challenged riders is also available here.
Ask for a free transfer, and travel on any of Translink vehicles and vessels for 90 minutes on that one fare. Day passes are also available for all day travel for only $8.00 - just scratch the day and month that you use them, and ride all day long. Look for these at the ferry terminal and other locations that sell bus tickets. For more information about public transit use the internet at www.translink.bc.ca or call 604-953-3333. (Remember in the Vancouver and Delta areas, 10-digit calling is required, so dial the area code first, even for local calls.)
For short trips in and around Delta, Delta Sunshine Taxi is available at 604-943-1111 serving residents and visitors ì24/7" since 1972. For more information see www.deltataxi.com.
Residents of Delta who travel to Vancouver city or other locations such a UBC for work are served by vanpools sponsored by the Jack Bell Foundation. Call 875-RIDE to see if there is a van going your way. Longtime vanpool supporter Pat Harvie says of JBF vanpools, it is such a good chance to visit with people who work in different areas of my company. I always have an air-conditioned seat, and Iíve shaved 15 minutes off my trip each way because we can use the HOV lane. I often use the time traveling to catch up on my journal reading. And all this saves me about $6000 per year because we donít need a second vehicle with me riding in the van to work!î HOV (high occupancy vehicle) lanes are available in several locations in the lower mainland. These lanes are clearly marked, and any vehicle carrying three or more people may use these lanes.
Delta, the home of cycling race Tour de Delta, is a great place to cycle. From the flatlands of Ladner, to the scenic views of Tsawwassen, to the quiet backroads of the countryside, to the challenging hill of North Delta, there is something for everyone. Remember to wear your approved safety helmet, and give right-of-way to pedestrians and horse-back riders on multi-use trails.
By Water
The ferry terminal at Tsawwassen transports visitors via Delta to the Vancouver Island (Victoria and Nanaimo) and the southern gulf islands - Saturna, Mayne, Gabriola, Salt Spring, and Pender. Ferries to Vancouver Island run every 1 to 2 hours during the day, and the southern gulf islands are served by two ferries each day, one morning and one afternoon or evening sailing. Call 1-250-386-3431 or tollfree in B.C. 1-888-223-3779 for fares and schedules. To take your car on most ferries it will cost between $25 and $61. You can take your pets on, but only guide dogs are allowed above deck. The ferries are all non-smoking.
Reservations are available for most runs, and are recommended for the gulf island ferries. BC ferries accepts VISA, Mastercard, and Amex, but NOT debit cards at this time. Reserved Boarding costs $15 to make, and can be made at www.bcferries.com or by calling 1-888-724-5223 or 1-250-386-3431, so if you simply cannot miss getting on your planned ferry, make a reservation! Try the trip to Victoria or Nanaimo as a walk-on passenger using public transport to and from the terminals at Tsawwassen and Swartz Bay. The fare for a walk on is only $8.25 to $10.00 and passage is free for B.C. seniors on Monday to Thursday each week. You can catch a public transit bus to and from the ferry terminals at Tsawwassen, Swartz Bay, and Nanaimo.
Several marinas serve private boat owners in Delta. Captainís Cove and River House Marina and Rivers Reach Boat Moorage and Ladner Harbour Authority to mention a few. Use the local yellow pages to contact these moorage opportunities. Boat launches are also available.
Roberts Bank Superport is Canada's largest container port, welcoming deep sea vessels on a year round basis. Westshore Terminals, Deltaport Container Terminal, and the Seaspan Coastal Intermodal Terminal on Tilbury Island provide access for goods to Pacific Rim destinations.
By Rail
Goods are moved to and from B.C. via five major railways operating inside Delta: B.C. Rail, Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway, Southern Rail, Canadian Pacific Railway, and Canadian National Railway. At this time, there are no passenger trains operating in Delta.
By Air
Delta is close to three airports. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) for international and domestic flights is located on Lulu Island in Richmond, only one half hour away from any part of Delta. YVR is Canadaís second busiest airport, serving 15 million passengers each year, with more than 274,000 take offs and landings annually. For more information, check out www.yvr.com.
In East Ladner, Boundary Bay airport, home to small commercial carriers and several flight schools, is Canadas busiest small craft airport in Canada. Contact airport management at 604-946-5361 about aircraft rentals, charters, and business opportunities at Vancouver's Other Airport.
Delta Heritage Airpark houses private planes for residents of the lower mainland. A walk along the dykes of Boundary Bay passing this charming and picturesque airpark makes you feel like you have taken a step back in time! Small planes of many descriptions can be seen on sunny days looping the skies above Boundary Bay against a stunning backdrop of Northshore mountains and Gulf Islands. The second Sunday of each month, a breakfast is hosted at Delta Heritage Airpark, located at 4103 - 104th Street in Delta, phone 604-543-8894.
4837 44A Avenue,
Delta, B.C.
V4K 1E3
Canada
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