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Horsing Around in Delta

So you took your kid to Cavalia Odysseo and now they want a horse! What to do?

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By Dr. Susan Thompson, Crescent Stables Ltd. At our Riding School, we have more than once experienced something we call “The Cavalia Effect”. This is a sudden, dramatic increase in the number of calls from parents about enrolling their child in riding lessons. For weeks after the Cirque du Soleil Cavalia show leaves town, we have moms and dads asking what to do with their now pony mad child?

We also get calls from adults, who rode as a child, saw the Cavalia performances, and realized that life is just not complete without a horse in it.

So what can you do if you have a sudden craving to start riding again, or have a child that has taken to trying to create a saddle for the dog?

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First, visitors are welcome at Crescent Stables at any time! Visitors do need to check in with staff, as not every single horse loves to meet new people, and some of the horses have very restricted diets for medical reasons. Some horses are subject to drug testing as well, as they are competitive athletes, so if they lick the Voltaren off your bad arm, there could be trouble! Watch some lessons, see some horses, watch where you step J Second, single lessons can be purchased for children (or adults), as a trial to see if you like

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Crews working on a Metro Vancouver water main replacement on 52nd Street north of Highway 17 will soon move south of the highway, effectively closing one of two access routes in Tsawwassen.

Tough traffic times ahead

52nd Street to be closed for months for regional water main replacement SANDOR GYARMATI

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Drivers are being warned to get ready for frustration while trying to get in and out of Tsawwassen.

Traffic congestion on 56th Street is expected for several months thanks to the regional district commencing a water main replacement along 52nd Street, which will see the street completely shut down for most of the day until the project is completed.

The work is scheduled to begin April 24 and finish in mid-August.

“This is a sizable job and there will be some significant traffic disruptions as a result,” civic engineer-

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ing director Steven Lan told Delta council this week.

The work is part of a bigger project that was divided into several phases. Phase one, from Highway 17 to the northern edge of Tsawwassen Commons, was completed last September. Phase two was divided into a couple of sections with the northern section from Tsawwassen Commons to 28th Avenue and the southern section from 12th Avenue to Highway 17. Work on the northern section commenced in January and will be completed mid-April.

Soon to commence is the lengthy stretch along 52nd Street on the south side of Highway 17, which

will result in significant traffic disruption and delays.

Although it’s a Metro Vancouver project, Delta engineering staff reviewed a number of options with the contractor and agreed the best option, according to Lan, is not to have singe-lane alternating traffic on 52nd Street. He noted that would result in waits between 15 minutes to a half-hour. Instead, the road will be completely shut down.

A full road closure will be in effect from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. but a one-way, northbound lane on 52nd Street will be allowed in the active work zone from 10 p.m. to 9 a.m. to accommodate the morning rush.

Lan noted closing 52nd

Street will allow for the project to be completed a couple of months sooner than had traffic been allowed on it.

His report to council notes Metro Vancouver is planning to establish a traffic management panel that will include representatives from Delta’s fire and police departments, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, Tsawwassen First Nation and traffic consultants.

The panel is to meet weekly to discuss and resolve traffic issues.

“Not withstanding all of that, we do anticipate significant congestion along 56th Street and we would request the travelling public’s cooperation as Metro Vancouver is undertaking

this project,” Lan said.

“Unfortunately, because of this type of construction and complexity of the construction, it has necessitated the full road closure along the construction zone.”

Metro Vancouver will launch an information campaign warning residents what’s to come.

Work on the third phase of the water main replacement, from 28th Avenue to 34B Street, is scheduled to begin this August. A final phase is currently in the design stage with no schedule finalized.

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Public Hearing - Tuesday, April 25, 2017 The Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will hold a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to consider the following proposed projects and related applications: Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Time: 7:00 p.m.

Place: Council Chamber, Delta Municipal Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 A Council meeting is scheduled to immediately follow this Public Hearing in the event Council wishes to give further consideration to any projects at that time.

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

Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to communicate to Council in advance of the Public Hearing, you can write to: Mayor and Council The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 Email: mayor-council@delta.ca Correspondence addressed to Mayor and Council will form part of the public record for this Public Hearing.

To be considered, correspondence must be received by the Office of the Municipal Clerk no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 25, 2017.

Project No. 1 Application for Land Use Contract Discharge (LU008179) Location: 11214 Lyon Road, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 1 Applicant: Karnail Josan, Mela Construction Ltd. Telephone: 604-807-0588 Proposal: Application for Land Use Contract Discharge in order to permit construction of a new single family dwelling.

Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 7664 To discharge Land Use Contract S.A. No. 2740 from the subject property in order to expose MAP NO. 1 the underlying RS1 Single FILE NO. LU008179 Family Residential zone and allow construction of a new single family dwelling with an in-ground basement. No secondary suite is proposed.

Staff Contact: Nick Danford - 604-946-3201 Web Location: April 10, 2017 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.03 Project No. 2 Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (LU007671) Location: 210 Graham Drive, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 2 Applicant: Dave Brar Telephone: 604-825-0121 Proposal: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to permit subdivision and development of two single family residential lots.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7612 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw MAP NO. 2 No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning FILE NO. LU007671 the subject property from RS1 Single Family Residential to RS4 Single Family (610 m2) Residential in order to allow a two-lot subdivision and construction of a new single family dwelling with an in-ground basement and secondary suite on each lot.

Development Variance Permit LU007671 To vary “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” as follows: 1. Section 305, by varying the front setback averaging requirements for the principal structures on proposed Lots 1 and 2 to 6.5 m from the required setbacks, which would be 8.1 m for proposed Lot 1, regardless of which lot is developed first; and range from 6.5 m to 7.2 m for proposed Lot 2, depending on which lot is developed first.

2. Section 607(4)(b)(iii), by varying the maximum horizontal distance between the front-most part of an attached garage and the rear-most point of the front elevation from 3.0 m to 9.8 m for the house on proposed Lot 1 and 9.4 m for the house on proposed Lot 2.

Staff Contact: Jimmy Ho – 604-946-3331 Web Location: April 10, 2017 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.02 The Corporation of Delta 4500 ClarenceTaylor Crescent Delta BCV4K 3E2 www.cor p.delta.bc.ca www.delta.ca

Project No. 3 Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (LU008161) Location: 4984 58B Street, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 3 Applicant: Parwinder Bhandal, Ladner Homes Ltd. Telephone: 604-946-0874 Proposal: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to permit subdivision and development of two single family residential lots.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7660 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw MAP NO. 3 No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning FILE NO. LU008161 the subject property from RM1 Multiple Family (Duplex) Residential to RS7 Single Family (335 m2) Residential in order to allow a two-lot subdivision and construction of a new single family dwelling on each lot. No in-ground basements or secondary suites are proposed.

Development Variance Permit LU008161 To vary Section 305 of “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by varying the front setback averaging requirements for the principal structures on proposed Lots 1 and 2 to 6.5 m from the required setbacks ranging from 5.6 m to 6.7 m for proposed Lot 1 and from 7.2 m to 7.5 m for proposed Lot 2, depending on which lot is developed first.

Staff Contact: Robin Pallett – 604-946-3355 Web Location: April 10, 2017 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.01 Project No. 4 Application for Development Variance Permit and Development Permit (LU007604) Location: 10897 River Road, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 4 Applicant: Ronil and Sally Lalji Telephone: 778-865-1488 Proposal: Application for Development Variance Permit and Development Permit in order to permit construction of a single family dwelling.

Development Variance Permit LU007604 To vary “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” as follows: 1. Section 306B, 613(2) and 613(3) to exempt MAP NO. 4 the maximum height provisions in order to FILE NO. LU007604 allow a height of 5.5 m at the roof ridge and 4.3 m at the mid-roof for a principal structure; and 6.1 m at the roof ridge and 5.1 m at the mid-roof for an accessory structure, as measured from the average natural grade elevation at the road frontage of the developable portion of the lot as shown in the location map.

2. Section 612 in order to reduce the minimum front setback for a principal structure from 6.5 m to 2.0 m and the minimum front setback for an accessory structure from 12.0 m to 2.1 m.

3. Section 305A(1) in order to: • reduce the front setback for eaves for a principal structure from no closer than 4.5 m from the front lot line to no closer than 1.5 m from the front lot line; and • reduce the front setback for eaves for an accessory structure from no closer than 11.3 m from the front lot line to no closer than 1.6 m from the front lot line.

Development Permit LU007604 The subject property is located within the ND1 Fraser River Escarpment Development Permit Area, the SPEA Streamside Protection and Enhancement Development Permit Area, and the ND14 North Delta Development Permit Area for Intensive Residential Development. A development permit is required in order to address the hazardous conditions associated with the site, protection of the natural environment, and form and character of the residential development.

Staff Contact: Alex Cauduro – 604-952-3163 Web Location: April 10, 2017 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item F.20 Additional Information Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports, and any relevant documentation may be inspected until Tuesday, April 25, 2017.

Municipal Hall: Community Planning and Development Department Hours:

8:30 am to 4:45 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (except statutory holidays) 8:30 am to 8:00 pm Thursday

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

Police determine threats made on social media are unfounded

is completely understandable and it was most appropriate for parents Delta police are praisto call police. Police took ing parents and school this matter seriously and officials at South Delta investigated it thoroughly Secondary for their swift engaging parents, school action following a peradministration and the ceived threat on social school liaison officer.” media.

Brooks said According investigators were to police, on able to determine Wednesday there was no threat evening, they to the safety of received inforstaff or students mation from at SDSS. This was concerned para case of social ents regarding media having a Sharlene a conversation far reach and the Brooks among high message growing school students on a social beyond the original intent. media platform that was “To ensure confidence threatening in nature and and reassurance for parpossibly putting the safety ents (and students) and of students at SDSS at risk. to dispel rumours, the “The original comment, school administration ‘Do not come to school sent a message to parents tomorrow,’ grew and was providing an overview of added to and embellished the situation and actions to the point that there was taken,” added Brooks. a belief that there was a “Additionally, Thursday threat to students at SDSS,” morning the principal and said DPD public affairs staff of SDSS along with coordinator Sharlene the school liaison officer Brooks. made themselves available “This belief of a threat to answer any questions.”

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Three opportunities to hear from candidates

Voters in Delta South will have several opportunities to hear from provincial election candidates at upcoming public forums: • The Delta Chamber of Commerce is hosting an all-candidates meeting at the South Delta Secondary theatre on Wednesday, April 19 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Chamber members and the public are invited to submit written questions to the chamber prior to the meeting. Written questions will also be accepted from the floor at the meeting. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver is

the event sponsor and the Delta Optimist is the media partner.

• The Council of Canadians DeltaRichmond chapter has an all-candidates meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 27 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Ladner Community Centre.

• Friends of Delta Hospital is hosting an all-candidates forum on Saturday, April 29 at Tsawwassen United Church (693-53rd St.) at 2 p.m. The event will focus on the state of health care in South Delta.

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Work finally underway on $3.5B bridge Site preparation taking place in Delta and Richmond, but 10-lane crossing won’t open until 2022 SANDOR GYARMATI

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Work is now underway for the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project.

Preliminary construction has begun on the 10-lane bridge and associated road works with site preparation in order to improve ground conditions for future lane widening in Delta and Richmond. The site preparation includes ditch improvements and the placement of preload material on soft soils immediately adjacent to the existing highway corridor.

Hall Constructors was awarded the $11.5 million contract by the provincial government. Delta council recently agreed to relax the noise bylaw so the preload work can take place between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. along Highway 99 from Highway 17 to 104th Street.

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The duration of the project is scheduled for approximately six to nine

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Civil Construction was awarded a $5.8 million contract for site preparation in Richmond along Highway 99, between Bridgeport Road and Steveston Highway.

Last week, Transportation Minister Todd Stone was in Delta for a media event to celebrate the start of construction, but the groundbreaking had to be cancelled when vocal protestors showed up. He insisted the project was much needed for Delta and the rest of the south of the Fraser communities.

Mayor Lois Jackson was also on hand at the event, which had to be moved indoors, staunchly supporting the $3.5-billion bridge project, which is scheduled for completion in 2022.

Last week, the Musqueam First Nation said the project lies in the heart of their territory and the government has not received their consent to proceed. Across the river, the Tsawwassen First Nation is supporting the project.

Join us at this free event with the Canadian Coast Guard to learn: • How Victoria’s Marine Communication and Traffic Services Centre tracks vessels • The world of marine search and rescue Guest speakers: Art Statham Superintendent, MCTS, Western Region Geoffrey Denman SAR Program Exercise and Liaison Officer

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Leave it Empty campaign aims to reduce thefts from vehicles Police look to curb incidents after 39% increase so far this year IAN JACQUES

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The Delta police are asking drivers to make a pledge to remove valuables in the hopes of curbing a rise in theft from vehicles.

According to police, there continues to be an upward trend of theft from vehicles, both locked and unlocked. So far this year there has been a 39 per cent increase over 2016 (202 incidents compared to 145).

DPD public affairs coordinator Sharlene Brooks said police want to raise awareness and engage the community in curbing this

problem.

“People consistently leave items of value in their vehicle, which serves as an enticing invitation to the opportunistic criminal to steal not only your valuables, but your identity,” said Brooks.

“People must protect not only items of monetary value such as wallets, iPads, tools, but items that give way to identity theft if in the wrong hands

such as passports, Nexus cards, credit cards, drivers’ licenses and so on.”

Earlier this week, Chief Neil Dubord kicked off the department’s Leave it Empty initiative that police hope will not only raise awareness, but also engage the community in reducing these incidents.

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zens to work with us and take the ‘Leave it Empty’ pledge, which can be done through the deltapolice. ca website,” added Brooks.

“Take the pledge and act on it.”

To increase visibility and send a message to wouldbe thieves, DPD has made placards to hang in vehicles. The placard reads: “Nothing to steal but this sign. Please don’t steal this sign.” On the flip side of the placard are prevention tips for car owners.

The placards are available starting today at all community police stations and at the main police buildings in Ladner and North Delta.

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Delta police are hoping information from the public will lead to the arrest of the person responsible for a late December fire in North Delta.

On Dec. 26, 2016 at approximately 2 p.m., police and Delta firefighters responded to a report of a fire at A Class Auto Body on 94th Avenue. The business was closed at

the time and no one was injured in the fire.

“The initial investigation reveals that a male walked to the rear of the business setting it and a truck on fire,” said DPD public affairs coordinator Sharlene Brooks in a media release.

“The male suspect then walked away from the area. A short time later a vehicle was seen leaving the general area and it is believed it is associated to

the incident.”

Police are asking for the public’s assistance to identify the owner of the vehicle that was seen leaving the area with two occupants inside it.

The male suspect was wearing blue jeans, a dark jacket and gray hoodie at the time of the incident.

The vehicle police are seeking is a green Volkswagen hatchback with a single roof rack. The car was missing a hubcap

on the right front passenger side.

Police believe there were two occupants in the vehicle and one or both might have information that could assist in the investigation. No descriptions of the vehicle occupants has been provided to police.

Anyone with information is asked to call Delta police at 946-4411 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800222-8477.

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Police arrest identity theft suspect at bank South Delta Crime Beat

The purpose of the Crime Beat is to educate and inform the public about some of the property crime trends occurring in South Delta and other files of interest. If you see anything occurring that you believe to be suspicious, call 911 for inprogress crimes and emergencies or 604-946-4411 for other assistance.

The following are some of the calls the Delta police responded to in the previous week:

TSAWWASSEN • April 4, 1 a.m., 4555 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainant reported they had received an

Instagram informing them they had won $10,000 and to send funds to an account in Jamaica in order to receive the winnings. The complainant sent $900 in five separate transactions before they discovered they were the victim of fraud.

• April 6, 6:02 p.m., 1100-block of 56th Street: A suspect attended a financial institution and attempted to secure a line of credit using another person’s identification.

Police arrested the suspect for attempted fraud and they were released on a promise to appear in court at a future date.

• April 7, 8:05 a.m., 4900-block of Willow Springs Avenue: Police attended the area to investigate a theft following a complaint that the com-

munity mailbox had been pried open. Investigation found the boxes were not broken into but were under repair by Canada Post and residents had received an email advising them of the repair.

Police requested another email be sent to residents in order to prevent further complaints.

• April 7, 1:30 p.m., 900-block of 51A Street: Complainant reported their vehicle parked in the driveway was broken into sometime overnight.

Items stolen include two passports, Nexus cards and small change. As there was no damage to the vehicle and the alarm not activated, the complainant feels they might have left the vehicle unlocked.

• April 8, 6:09 a.m., 1100-block of 54A Street:

Police responded to a report of break and entry in progress. The complainant heard a crashing sound at the front door and observed a male fleeing from the building in a gray sports car. The licence plate appeared incorrect as it was terminated in 1990. Police investigation found the front door of the building had been pried open but no access had been gained to the mailboxes.

• April 9, 7:49 p.m., 1600-block of 56th Street: Complainant reported their daughter’s Michael Kors wallet had been stolen from their vehicle.

The wallet, valued at $125, contained debit card, driver’s license and cash.

As there was no damage to the vehicle, it was possibly unlocked.

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• April 5, 9:28 a.m., 5100-block of Ladner Trunk Road: A business reported that a person had presented a modified interim driver’s license, Canadian citizenship card and a social insurance card in a fraudulent attempt to open an account. The business submitted copies of the records to police for investigation. The business fraud department also investigating.

• April 5, 8:20 p.m., 7000-block of Venture Street: A business provided police with the license plate number and a description of a person who had stolen a battery from a parked storage trailer. Police located the suspect and found two

batteries in their vehicle.

The suspect was arrested.

• April 6, 6:55 p.m., 5200-block of Ladner Trunk Road: The loss prevention officer at a business observed a suspect select $317 worth of product and leave the store without paying. An attempt to arrest the suspect outside the store not successful. Police to continue investigation.

• April 8, 9:45 a.m., 4700-block of 62nd Street: Complainant reported they heard a loud bang in the night. In the morning they observed tire marks on the lawn leading to a damaged fence and hedge.

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ell, that didn’t take long.

The provincial election campaign just got underway earlier this week but already the goodies are flying around as the two main parties attempt to buy — I mean woo — voters in the run up to May 9.

Rather than big picture pronouncements on issues like LNG production or environmental protections, the early days of the campaign have focused on the little guy, or more specifically, the little guy’s wallet. I can’t remember a campaign where so many everyday expenses have become such prominent planks of party platforms.

Both parties have pledged to ease the burden on commuters, with Premier Christy Clark’s promise to cap bridge tolls at $500 one-upped by NDP Leader John Horgan’s call to do away with them entirely. Regardless of who wins, it’s good news for those in the Fraser Valley who travel across the Port Mann and Golden Ears bridges, although I’m not so sure it’s quite as rosy for the average taxpayer given that money will have to come from somewhere else.

Presuming one of the two tolling scenarios is put in place post-election, that policy would also have to apply to the bridge slated to replace the George Massey Tunnel, which would be good for commuters around here. Mind you, whatever is put in place would not only have to survive the upcoming four-year term but also the 2021 election, so best not to count your savings just yet.

But even if you can’t take advantage of toll-friendly crossings, there’s bound to be something in those bags of tricks that will make your wallet a little fatter. What about a freeze on B.C. Hydro rates or on personal income taxes?

Maybe it’s $10 a day childcare, a $15 minimum wage, a renter’s credit or the elimination of MSP premiums.

If it all sounds too good to be true, then I’m afraid it just might be. That’s not to say the winning party won’t make good on its promises, but I have a sneaky suspicion that whatever the right hand ends up giving us after May 9, the left hand could well take away. A tax or fee might be reduced or disappear entirely, but I have a difficult time believing it won’t be offset by another cost we’ll be forced to absorb.

That discussion is for another time because for the next 25 days, it will be nothing but good news.

Agricultural bond is building

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elta’s agricultural advisory committee meets every three months and is tasked with updating mayor and council on issues relating to farming and agriculture in our communities. The committee is comprised of farmers, ministry officials, two Delta councillors and representatives from various stakeholder groups, including the Delta Farmers’ Institute and the Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust. They know what the issues are around here.

Committee members have insight into the many complexities of farming and land use that most citizens don’t, and they have received detailed presentations from Port Vancouver officials, the Ministry of Transportation, Delta engineering staff, Century Group, MK Delta Lands, Shato Holdings and other groups that have interests within our midst. As we all know, there is no clear path to bliss in Delta.

In our last meeting of 2016, I was asked to give an update to the committee regarding the progress of the Delta School District’s educational initiatives within the Farm Roots and Project Pickle programs.

The update was well received and in preparation for the next meeting, it was suggested by committee chair Ian Paton that we include a tour of the Farm Roots facility for our next meeting.

That suggestion was fine-tuned somewhat and we decided to tour

Community Comment MIKE SCHNEIDER

the school and have our meeting on site as opposed to having our meeting at municipal hall as per usual.

Delta has an agricultural plan, and it is full of suggestions and recommendations to assist our farming community in dealing with issues relating to climate change, irrigation, pressures on farmland, migratory birds, set asides and a whole host of complexities that require careful consideration.

The plan also recognizes the importance of education for the future of farming in Delta and this importance is referenced several times in the plan, including this item: “15. Enhance relationships with Delta farmers, secondary and post-secondary education institutions, agricultural academies, ministries and associations to facilitate events and initiatives to provide new/young farmers with training, mentoring, technical expertise, production knowledge,

and access to agricultural programs that would promote knowledge transfer and build capacity in smaller scale farming.”

Item 15 is clearly being followed up on in our community and we should be thankful for that. The Delta School District is working toward building a robust inquiry-based learning environment that dovetails nicely with the Ministry of Education’s new curriculum.

Farm Roots instructors Graham Harkley and Tammy Veltcamp tasked their students with putting together a presentation for the committee to outline their accomplishments, challenges, goals for the future and observations of the curriculum thus far.

After the presentation, committee members explained to the students what they did in the community and some of the students told us why they chose to participate in a new but long overdue educational idea.

There was a question and answer session at the end of the presentation.

There is a bond building in our community. The meeting last Tuesday will not be a one-off.

Relationship building amongst farmers, students and governments will continue right here in our backyard.

Bring it!

Mike Schneider is founder of Project Pickle and likes to write about growing, cooking and eating food. He is a Jamie Oliver Food Revolution ambassador.

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Find hope and resilience for your life.

Change purchasing model to help buyers beat the down payment

Editor: In this country it’s virtually impossible to buy a house without a substantial down payment.

The reason, of course, is everyone involved in such a transaction should share some of the so-called risk.

This model worked more or less fairly well over several decades but no more. With housing prices through the roof so to speak, the average house buyer, meaning 95 per cent of the population, is now out of the house buying market. They simply don’t earn enough money, nor are they ever able to come up with the

$200,000 to $500,000 for such a down payment.

Solution: Let’s change the purchasing model.

Many families are paying $2,000 to $4,000 per month for rental accommodation. Those same payments would easily service a $500,000 to $1 million mortgage but that annoying down payment is the one hump most are unable to hurdle.

Why not let buyers purchase houses on their financial ability to service the debt? To raise the comfort level of the banks, the federal and provincial governments could set up a system to support the

non-down payments by guaranteeing that a portion of the monies servicing the mortgage could be applied to an agreed upon quasi down payment amount that would be given to the financial institution until the required down payment was recouped.

The banks have no risk as the governments would guarantee such payments.

Would it work?

Absolutely.

People need shelter and must pay for it. Under this scenario, a buyer would get the house they want, the banks would get their down payment spread

over a few years and most people could buy the house of their so-called dreams.

The governments and banks would hold the first rights to any monies until the down payment was recouped from the purchaser. Then the banks only would hold the paper as the governments drop off and the home buyer would build up real equity but over a longer period of time. Everyone wins.

The alternative is families raising children in small high-rise apartments. Not exactly good for the economy.

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Nominal tolls on all crossings is the answer purchase the “SunPass” for driving the Florida roadways. We were informed that if we aren’t familiar with the tolled highways, it could become an expensive trip due to tolled sections.

That state is actually cashing in on tourism to pay its highway improvements by charging a tax for tolls to visitors renting automobiles if they choose to do so for worry-free sightseeing.

As Greater

Vancouverites, I think it would be reasonable to charge motorists as little as 25 cents to pass through tunnels or cross over bridges, and direct these fees to build bridges and improve highways.

This would get us on the right track to creating a more efficient Lower Mainland road system and at the same time use the Golden Ears and Port Mann bridges to their full capacity.

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Suggestion shows disrespect for Southlands process Editor: Re: Compensation can’t be counted twice, April 12 It’s shocking to read that certain Delta councillors are even seriously considering a recommendation to use Southlands ALR land to compensate the MK Delta Lands develop-

ment application adjacent to Burns Bog. Considering all the extensive time, money and anxiety that went into the lengthy Southlands public hearing process, one has to question if councillors are now disrespecting the Southlands public hearing process and its decisions.

This recommendation, if acted on, might even be unethical and potentially encourage a thorough investigation by the B.C. ombudsman.

Isn’t it also laughable and even hypocritical to try to use Delta farmland like chess pieces on a chess board while trying

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When councillors speak on and on about what’s “farmable” and “not farmable” land, I guess they should be reminded that for years and years the community was told Southlands was inferior, unfarmable land.

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Editor: After watching the news and political advertisements, I can’t help but write in to express my thoughts on what would be, in my opinion, an easy solution to our Lower Mainland infrastructure.

I have said this for a while now, but an easy way to collect tax dollars to improve our streets, highways and bridges would be to charge a fee on all tunnels and bridges as soon as possible.

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Community

Banquetraises$100,000 for Reach’s new centre

Last Saturday night’s Reach for the Stars Gala reached the six-figure mark for the third year in a row.

Held at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn, the fifth annual banquet once again raised money for Reach’s Building for Children Together campaign, which is financing a new child development centre in the heart of Ladner.

“The positive energy radiating from the 270 guests and volunteers who came together in support of Reach on Saturday evening was overwhelming and filled my heart

with immense warmth and pride at being a part of such an amazing organization,” said Reach fundraising manager Kristin Bibbs.

“It was truly an incredible demonstration of how deeply Reach is valued within our community.”

May Days Choir youth, including members with autism, received a standing ovation for their performance of Fight Song. Local resident and 104.3FM radio host Kelly Latremouille emceed the event while Coun. Ian Paton acted as auctioneer.

With the support of presenting sponsors Vancouver Fraser Port

Authority and Canadian Autoparts Toyota (CAPTIN), as well as other sponsors, raffles, auction donors and guests, the gala raised $100,000 for children and youth with special needs.

TFN Chief Bryce Williams gave a traditional welcome and Delta MP Carla Qualtrough sent a congratulatory message that was read at the beginning of the evening. Qualtrough praised the Building for Children Together initiative, stating, “The new Lois E. Jackson Kinsmen Centre for Children will be a tremendous benefit not only

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Reach Foundation director Tanya Corbet addresses the crowd at last Saturday’s Reach for the Stars Gala. for the people accessing services but for the entire community. Its presence will display the potential that every person with a

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Reach is raising the final $500,000 of the $5.7-million project goal.

Construction is underway adjacent to the Ladner Pioneer Library. It is scheduled to be finished in mid-September.

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The Earthwise Garden Boundary Bay will celebrate Earth Week from April 16 to 21 by inviting the community to help the Earth by volunteering that week. Come alone or bring a group.

It’s a great opportunity for local businesses to involve their teams in shared outdoor activities to support Earthwise in cultivating sustainable communities. Half-day or full-day team building events for businesses are organized by Earthwise staff and will get employees out of the office and moving around in nature.

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Community

Probus Club set to play host to provincial election candidates

The Probus Club of South Delta, a non-profit, fellowship club for retired and semi-retired professional and business people, will hold an allcandidates meeting next Wednesday at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn. The meeting is for club members and their guests only.

The club says all of the

key issues facing the community will be discussed.

A number of questions will be provided to the candidates ahead of time but there will also be time for questions from the floor.

The all-candidates meeting will be held at 9:30 a.m.

The club also would like to announce it elected a new management com-

mittee for 2017/18 at its meeting last month.

New president Roger Emsley has been a member for several years and has garnered much knowledge pertaining to the retired community in South Delta. The committee has invited Delta Optimist general manager Dave Hamilton to speak at Probus’s May meeting.

LBA Easter parade and egg hunt Sunday

The Ladner Business Association hosts its annual Easter festivities in Ladner Village on Sunday.

A parade of kids, who are encouraged to wear their Easter bonnets and decorate their bikes, wagons and strollers, the Easter Bunny and the Delta Police Pipe Band will depart from the old Delta Museum building (corner of Bridge and Delta streets) at 1 p.m.

Those taking part in the parade are asked to meet at 12:45 p.m.

The procession heads down Delta Street to Memorial Park where an Easter egg hunt will take place.

Children are encouraged to bring their own baskets to collect the eggs.

The Easter Bunny will also be available for pictures with the kids after the parade.

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It is finished

Today is Good Friday, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus. One of the last things Jesus said on the cross before he died was, “It is finished.”

Was this a sort of Captain Obvious statement of the... well, obvious fact that his time had run out? Or a dramatic way of saying goodbye? Or an anguished admission of failure? Or was it much, much more?

This phrase is a translation of a single Greek word, “Tetelestai.” Papyri from that era have been discovered that show this word was commonly written at the bottom of sales receipts, tax bills or deeds, stating the debt had been paid in full.

Jesus wasn’t referring to his imminent death,

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nor lamenting the failure of his mission. This was a declaration that he had successfully completed his mission; that the penalty for the sins of humanity had been paid in full.

Hundreds of years before Jesus’ death, the prophet Isaiah had writ-

NOTICE OF PROPOSAL TO DISCHARGE A LAND USE CONTRACT LAND USE CONTRACT DISCHARGE BYLAW NO. 7663 FOR 11370 90 AVENUE (FILE NO. LU008203) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the Regular Meeting to be held on MONDAY, APRIL 24, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. at the Municipal Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C., the Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will consider third reading and final adoption of “Delta (Parmar – LU008203) Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 7663, 2017” which relates to the property at 11370 90 Avenue as shown outlined in bold and marked “Subject Property” on the map below.

The purpose of this bylaw is to authorize Council to discharge Land Use Contract S.A. No. 3143 from the subject property to reveal the underlying RS1 Single Family Residential Zone, in order to allow construction of a new single family dwelling with an in-ground basement and secondary suite on the property under current zoning bylaw regulations.

Pursuant to Section 464(2) of the Local Government Act and Council’s resolution on March 27, 2017, there will not be a Public Hearing for this bylaw.

Website: www.delta.ca March 27, 2017 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item No. E.04

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AND TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the bylaw, detailed maps and other relevant information and regulations may be inspected at the office of the Community Planning and Development Department, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C., (604-946-3380) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 8:30 am and 4:45 pm and Thursday between 8:30 am and 8:00 pm April 13, 2017 to April 24, 2017, exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays.

Interested residents have the opportunity to provide written comments regarding the application at this time. Comments are to be received on or before 12:00 noon, Monday, April 24, 2017. Comments should be referred to: Mayor and Council, The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 • Email: mayor-council@delta.ca

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ten: “5 But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. 6 We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to our own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.” (Isaiah 53:5–6, NIV).

Jesus died to pay the penalty for everything you and I have done, said, thought or failed to do that doesn’t measure up to God’s perfect standard. St. Paul wrote: “God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” (2 Corinthians 5:21). It is finished. Paid in full.

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Around Town Queen Bee Tea

The Rotary Club of Ladner’s Queen Bee Tea in celebration of Mother’s Day takes place Sunday, May 14 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Delta Town & Country Inn. The Rotary Club of Ladner and Hives for Humanity invite you to celebrate Mother’s Day in style with a High Tea. Tickets are $45 for adults and $15 for children under 12. Visit RotaryLadner. org for tickets.

Nursery owner at garden club

Clematis expert Fred Wein, owner of Clearview Nurseries in Aldergrove, is the featured speaker at the South Delta Garden Club’s meeting on April 18. Meetings are open to the public and are held at Ladner Christian Reformed Church, 4594 54A St. in Ladner. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the speaker begins at 7:30 p.m.

Birds in Focus events

Birds in Focus, a visual presentation, at Tsawwassen Arts Centre, Saturday, April 15, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Admission is $5, pay at the door. Register at 604-943-9437 or jhamlin@delta.ca. There will also be a Birds in Focus photography workshop, Sunday, April 23, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet at Cammidge House in Boundary Bay Regional Park. Advance registration required at 604432-6359. Cost is $20.

Ages 12 and up.

Lawn bowling open houses

Tsawwassen Lawn Bowling Club (northwest corner of Winskill Park) hosts an open house Saturday, April 15 from noon to 2 p.m.

Ladner Lawn Bowling Club, 5128-47th Ave., will host an open house Saturday, April 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For more details on these and other events, go to delta-optimist.com or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook. com/TheDeltaOptimist

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Singer/songwriter and band to play hits of The Guess Who at Genesis Theatre DAVE WILLIS

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inger/songwriter Colin Wiebe and the Legends All Star Band will be performing the hits of legendary Canadian band The Guess Who at Genesis Theatre in Ladner next weekend.

“It’s really a celebration of the music,” says Wiebe, who points out the show, titled American Woman, isn’t a tribute act.

The Ladner resident notes he’ll also tell a few stories during the concert.

Wiebe says he spent 17 years playing with former The Guess Who member Randy Bachman and got to play with other members of the band on one of his own albums, which was produced by Bachman. Wiebe says he also toured briefly with The Guess Who while subbing in on lead singing duties.

Wiebe’s website says he joined The Randy Bachman Band in 1991.

“It was a thrill for me to play with the guy who was instrumental in cowriting a good majority of these songs, not to mention the Bachman-Turner Overdrive hits as well,” he says.

The Guess Who was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1987. The group produced many hits, including U.S. chart-topper American Woman.

“The Guess Who has a special place in

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Singer/songwriter Colin Wiebe, along with the Legends All Star Band, will be performing at Genesis Theatre in Ladner April 22.

Canadians’ hearts because here’s a Prairie band from Winnipeg that actually made it to number one,” says Wiebe. “That was

incentive for all other artists who came after them to say, ‘Hey, we can do it too.’”

Wiebe has released four

CDs of his own in addition to a live DVD. The concert, presented by the Original Legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll, is sched-

uled for Saturday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Genesis Theatre, 5005-45th Ave., Ladner. For tickets ($39.50) call 604-507-6355.

Ladner Elders project explores local history DAVE WILLIS

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An exhibit of photos and writing that explores the history of Ladner is on display this month at the Ladner Pioneer Library.

The idea behind the Ladner Elders project was to talk about what the community was like in the past and what it was like living in the area, explains photographer Sharon Wright.

“We learnt so much,” she says.

The project includes 13

black and white portrait photos of local seniors, each with a bio done up by local writer Anne Sanders.

Wright photographed the seniors while Sanders interviewed them about their lives and recollections of the past.

Sanders says it was an interesting project to work on and that she had “so much admiration” for the seniors who took part.

A total of 15 seniors were involved (one of the photos includes a husband and wife while another includes a sister and

brother). They had to be over 75 and have lived in Ladner for a minimum of 50 years to take part in the project.

Wright is a professional photographer while Sanders has worked in radio and as a freelance writer. They both live in Ladner.

PHOTO BY GORD GOBLE

Sharon Wright (left) and Anne Sanders worked together on the Ladner Elders project, now on display at the Ladner Pioneer Library.

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Lifestyles Everyone Has a Story on display at Stir Coffee House in Ladner PHOTOS BY GORD GOBLE

The dioptiks photography collective held an opening reception for Everyone Has a Story last Saturday at Stir Coffee House. On display until May 13, the show is part of the Capture Photography Festival.

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GENERAL ELECTION The provincial election is on May 9, 2017 You can vote if you are:

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Voter registration

You must be registered to vote. If you are not already registered, you can register when you vote.

Remember to bring your ID with you when you vote.

Make voting easy

Look for your Where to Vote card in the mail and bring it with you when you vote. It will make voting faster and easier.

You can vote at any voting place in the province.

Voting places are listed on your Where to Vote card and at elections.bc.ca/wtv. You can also call 1-800-661-8683 to find voting places near you.

General Voting Day

General Voting Day is May 9. Voting is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Pacific time).

What if I’ll be away?

Vote at your district electoral office from now until 4 p.m. (Pacific time) on May 9, or ask for a vote by mail package from Elections BC.

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Lifestyles

RVadventurewithcaninecompanion JANE CASSIE

Optimist contributor

When our suitcases come out of the closet, our Schnauzer, Kalli, goes into panic mode. She neurotically shakes, scurries and gives us the occasional whimper.

There’s no need for conversation. Her pleading brown eyes clearly relay her thoughts: “Do I get to come along or are you leaving me behind?” As we transfer our travelling possessions from the house to RV, she has the answer.

And she’s the first one in the driver’s seat.

Over the next few days, while we’re nestled into the grove of pines at Lake Okanagan Provincial Park, our girl enjoys sniffing out scents, pawing a few paths and cuddling with us by the campfire. But before hitting the open road, there are a few things we need to consider and pack for our fur baby.

Rules and regs — Prior to booking any campsite, we do an etiquette pet check. Is there a size or

breed restriction or a limit to how many four-legged companions can tag along per party? Does the campground have a dog park where she can run freely?

Nix the ticks — These parasitic arthropods that hide out in the Okanagan’s wooded areas would love to pounce on our precious pup. And they’d stay latched into her skin folds, around her ears or inside her legs until they’ve finished their blood meal. Prevention is the best protection for tick trouble. Before preparing for departure, we pick up some anti-tick remedy and give her a dose.

Pet Essentials — Dog dishes and food, leash and harness, treats and toys, poop bags and immunization papers. And while en route: a good water supply and her favourite lambskin blanket.

Lake Okanagan Campground, located between Peachland and Summerland, is rimmed by a swim-safe beach and canopied by lush deciduous trees. It’s divided into

an awesome lake view.

My husband and I could easily chill out and relax for the entire stay but our pup would rather plod and play. And there are lots of local trails where we can appease her canine spirit. The two campgrounds are linked by a kilometre-long lakeshore path and as we saunter this strip together, she sniffs the scents of regional wildflowers and scurrying chipmunks.

The nearby city of Summerland also offers a plethora of dog-friendly walks.

PHOTO BY BRENT CASSIE She loves strutting Kalli plays with other pups at the dog park on Sunoka along the lakeBeach. shore boardwalk near Rotary Beach ing is a must at all times, two parts. The sites in and listening to nature’s her extended rope line the south section snuggle symphony on the Rotary gives her room to roam together on a lake-shore Route, where the Adams around our spacious site. jetty and those in the Bird Sanctuary thrives. But Generous grassy plots north terrace on a treeher favourite romp during riddled hillside. We opt for and shade trees between this trip is the dog park us and our neighbours the latter. at Sunoka Beach. With assures privacy and Soon after setting up puppy-like abandon, she coolness. And from our camp, Kalli feels right at perched platform, we have whimpers with glee when home. Although leash-

coming nose-to-nose with three other active and happy hounds.

On our final day, we stroll through Summerland’s Ornamental Gardens, a horticulturist’s delight that’s located high above Highway 97. Spanning its bordering gorge is Trout Creek Railway Bridge, a trestle of metal that hangs 73 metres above the canyon floor. And on this remaining section of preserved track, the Kettle Valley Steam Railway, a 1912 fully-restored locomotive, shares the scenic sites of today with rail travel from a bygone era.

Although we have to bypass this tourist attraction due to our four-legged tag-along, Kalli seems quite content to replace it with a little campground bliss.

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Performers return to nature reserve for society’s annual Earth Day Pilgrimage

The Burns Bog Conservation Society is hosting its 10th annual Earth Day Pilgrimage to Burns Bog next weekend.

Set for Sunday, April 23, the event is close to the heart of the society as well as returning performers Susan Summers and the Sacred Web Singers.

The Earth Day Pilgrimage is an enjoyable

way for people to discover the importance of Burns Bog, the largest undeveloped urban wilderness in North America. “(The Sacred Web Singers) care about and participate in causes that involve the environment and people. We like to share our music with those who care for our earth,” says Summers.

Aline LaFlamme and the Daughters of the Drum will also return to perform this year. “[Burns Bog] is a cleansing and healing filter that enhances the health of all of us,” says Laflamme.

“This is why I want to be at the pilgrimage each year, rain or shine.”

The goal of the pilgrimage is to raise awareness

for Burns Bog as an important peatland, and to educate people about the spiritually enriching elements of local natural spaces.

The spiritual walk through the Delta Nature Reserve features a variety of entertainment, while enjoying the beauty and serenity of the natural setting.

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UPCOMING SOCCER AAA SENIOR GIRLS Wednesday, April 19: South Delta vs Elgin Park, Winskill Park Turf @ 3:30 p.m.

Panorama Ridge vs Delta, Newton Athletic Turf @ 3:30 p.m.

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Pacific Standard Time.

Height in feet SATURDAY, APRIL 15 2:53 am 7:49 am 2:54 pm 10:21 pm

9.8 12.1 4.3 13.1

SUNDAY, APRIL 16 3:45 am 8:15 am 3:30 pm 11:14 pm

10.2 11.8 4.3 13.1

MONDAY, APRIL 17 4:52 am 8:44 am 4:11 pm

10.5 11.2 4.6

TUESDAY, APRIL 18 12:09 am 13.1 6:21 am 10.5 9:23 am 10.8 4:49 pm 4.9 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19 1:05 am 13.1 7:48 am 9.8 10:28 am 10.2 5:56 pm 5.2 These predictions are supplements to and not replacements for the Canadian Tide and Current Tables, which include the only authorized tidal predictions for Canada and are provided by Canadian Hydrographic Service.

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Tigers motivated to repeat Delta Bantam AAA baseball team off to a strong start with 6-1-1 record IAN JACQUES

C o n t r i b u t i n g Wr i t e r

After winning their first provincial title last season, the Delta Tigers are certainly not sitting back enjoying their championship reign.

The club has come out of the gates strong, posting a 6-1-1 overall record, including 2-0 in league play, as it looks to repeat as B.C. Baseball Association Bantam AAA champions.

“I think we have a good mix of really strong second-year players and first-year players that have shown a lot of potential,” said Tigers head coach and manager Cam Frick.

“In the past I have only taken two or three firstyear players on the team, but this year we have six guys who really earned their spot and it’s exciting to see such a strong group with so many first years not only for this year, but for the future.”

Last year’s squad featured 12 returning players and only two first-year players. Those two firstyear players have returned and have been named team captains.

Braedy Euerby is the club’s top pitcher and shortstop, while Sean Heppner is the starting catcher.

“Last year both of them as first-year players were very committed, had a great work ethic, so that’s why they were chosen for the team last year and why they were named captains this year,” Frick said. “Their leadership and work ethic has really resonated throughout the team.”

Frick said one of the reasons the Bantam AAA program remains strong is a solid feeder system with the Bantam AA and Peewee programs.

“This past fall, my off-season priority was involving as many players

PHOTO BY GORD GOBLE

Delta Tigers starting pitcher Declan Forbes was in action Sunday at Winskill Park against Vancouver. The Tigers won 3-1 in extra innings. into the Tigers program as possible,” he said. “We had both a Bantam and Peewee fall team and the goal of that is to get those players involved, show them what the program is like and make sure they are not looking to go elsewhere to play in the future.

A lot of our B.C. Minor teams are losing players to the prep league, but that was not an issue for us at all.”

Success on the field also helps with attracting top talent, but Frick said there are other factors at play.

“Talking to parents, the big thing for them is our young coaching staff. All of us are in our 20s and

it’s different for these kids because for most of them it has been their dads coaching them,” Frick said. “There is nothing wrong with having parent coaches, but I remember my first time not having a parent coach was my first year playing Bantam AAA in North Delta and it’s different, but I loved it.

It was a great experience for me. Sometimes having that parent coaching there can be issues like favouring playing time, even if they don’t mean to do it. Having an unbiased approach is ideal.”

Despite the club’s strong start record wise, it might have been better had the

weather gods been smiling a bit more.

The Tigers have had 10 rainouts already, including last weekend when rain washed out a tournament in Whalley.

Delta managed to host an exhibition game Sunday against Vancouver, picking up a 3-1 extra inning victory.

“I think we have a deep pitching staff. Five or six guys, even at this early time in the year, that I can trust to throw out there in any situation,” said Frick.

“Our offence, I was a little worried about, but so far we’ve showed some promise for sure. We’re hitting the ball hard and

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driving it to all parts of the field against some strong pitching.

“Obviously with the weather it has not been ideal at this point in the season. Early on I would like to be practicing three to four times a week by the early part of March, but it’s turned into one or two times with this weather, but everyone is dealing with the same things.

Despite all that, I’m happy with our start and just looking to build as the season continues.”

Delta hosts Kelowna on Saturday in its second league double-header with games at 1 and 3:30 p.m. at Cromie Park in Ladner.

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Ladner’s Paxton shines in M’s home opener

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Ladner’s James Paxton has been one of the few bright spots in a tough start to the season for the Seattle Mariners.

The left-hander was dominant Monday afternoon, pitching seven innings of shutout ball leading the M’s to a 6-0 win over the Houston Astros in the home opener at Safeco Field. It was only the second win of the season for Seattle.

Paxton was strong in his first outing of the year on April 5 when he pitched six scoreless innings only to see the Mariners lose 5-3 in extra innings to the Astros.

So far in his two starts, Paxton has pitched 13 innings, allowing no runs on six hits with 13 strikeouts and three walks.

He is now the second Mariners pitcher in club history to begin the season with consecutive starts of six-plus scoreless innings.

Since 1989

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Ladner’s James Paxton has been one of the few bright spots in a tough start to the season for Seattle.

Paxton is set to take the hill on Sunday when the Mariners host the Texas

Rangers.

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*Based on Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, career statistics for Bob, Linda and/or Blake Chancey. #1 Agent in South Delta for 11 years 1984-1992, 1996 and 2007 (Team). #1 Agent in REBGV 1986

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2016: TOP 10% OF GREATER VANCOUVER REALTORS®

TrishandTeri .ca • SELLING SOUTH DELTA FOR OVER 30 YEARS •

211-1150 54A Street $545,000

NEW LISTING 4951 STEVENS DRIVE $1,495,000 Investment alert that can’t be missed! Oversized lot 13,756 sqft. west facing w/immaculately kept family home on one of the most desirable streets in Tsawwassen. Home offers over 2,800 sqft. of living space.

NEW LISTING The Lexington!! Beautiful 1,344 sqft. 2 bdrm semi-corner apartment just steps to the Tsawwassen town centre & 5 minute drive to the new mall. Beautifully maintained.

303-1118 55 STREET $545,000

504-1350 VIEW CRESCENT $525,000

901 GALE PLACE $1,898,000

CAMBRIDGE PLACE Lovely 15 unit complex just steps to Thrifty’s, recreation & transportation to city & Mall. This 1,365 sq.ft. penthouse feels like a rancher in the sky.

NEW LISTING Beautiful open plan S/E corner suite in The Classic. This unit offers 1,420 sqft with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and an updated kitchen. Lovely southern exposed sunny deck.

16,000 SQ FT LOT Gorgeous 5 bdrm traditional home on a beautiful cul-de-sac in English Bluff area on a w/facing 16,222 sqft private estate like lot w/sunny decks, gazebo, and fire pit.

Tsawwassen ~ Just Sold!

Tsawwassen ~ Just Sold!

Tsawwassen ~ Just Sold!

1430 VIEW CRESCENT $798,000

4948 11A AVENUE $1,295,000

1676 58A STREET $1,060,000

NEW LISTING GOLF COURSE VIEW!!! Rancher w/a basement in the Town centre, offering Master on the main w/full ensuite & sliding doors to east facing deck, & 2nd deck down.

9,000 SQFT SOUTH LOT Central Tsawwassen beauty! Situated on an 8,977 sq.ft. south facing flat rectangular lot this beautifully renovated split level is just steps to the town center.

7,500 SQ FT LOT Beach Grove post & beam style 4 bedroom home situated on a 74.9 X 100 lot (zoned RM1) just steps to beach, walking trails, Elementary School, & shops.

EXPERIENCE MATTERS Trish Murphy 604.312.7621 Sold@TrishaMurphy.ca

604.897.2010 Teri Steele Sold@TeriSteele.com

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty: 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC PINNACLE AWARD

2016

2016

WWW.DELTAOPENHOUSE.CA

April 14, 2017 The Delta Optimist A31

Aileen Noguer REALTOR®

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Joanne Evans REALTOR®

It’s not just an investment, it’s a home.

Trust us to help you make the right move.

Based on 2013 closed MLS transactions.

Source: CREA, RE/MAX

604.946.8000

Re/Max Progroup Realty 5360 12 Avenue Tsawwassen

www.deltahomes.ca realestateinsouthdelta.ca

598 Tsawwassen Beach Road

• Rare opportunity to own an exclusive waterfront home in Tsawwassen • Level beach front home (over 2900 sq ft) on a

4618 Hawthorne Place • Ideal 4 bedroom family home in desirable location • 1762 sq.ft. home on 6430 sq.ft. lot on a no-thru street • Open concept kitchen/dining with sliding door leading out to sunny fenced in backyard • New VINYL windows

56,995 sq.ft. lot

• Double car garage and lots of extra parking!

• PRIVATE ROAD + potential subdivision!!

$8,900,000

$868,800

743 Thistledown Place

4881 63A Street • Immaculate 3 bedroom R ANCHER in the popular Holly area • Over 1600 sq.ft. home • Corner lot with a private, South exposed, fenced yard • 50-year roof!

Newerboiler boilerand and • New hot water tank. tank

$929,900

14139 Marine Drive WATER VIEW!

•Fabulous, 4029 sq ft, sprawling White Rock rancher with ocean view!

• Hardwood flooring, gourmet kitchen • Two bedrooms upstairs and two bedroom, self contained suite downstairs!

• Oversize garage (909 sq ft) • 7450 sq ft lot

• Beautiful three bedroom rancher tucked away in a cul-de-sac in Forest by the Bay with all of the updates done for you!

• Extensively updated with hardwood flooring, new windows, perfect kitchen with Bosch oven, Miele dishwasher and custom shaker cabinets.

• Master suite has sliding door to private garden, ensuite with heated flooring and walk-in closet!

• Sun-drenched, western exposed, landscaped yard features a pool ($11K worth of updates in 2015!), waterfall, propane hook-up and sitting area - perfect for those summer days!

• Double car garage with Jacobs ladder to storage area and 8X10 workshop provides lots of storage space!

$1,369,000

47 66A Street

• Ideal family home on a no-thru street in Boundary Bay! • Functional floor plan with 3 bedrooms PLUS games room up and office PLUS family room down and double car garage on large WEST exposed 6663 sq.ft. private lot.

• Beautiful updates - Including spa like bath up, engineered wood flooring, designer open concept kitchen with granite counters & easy access pull out cupboards with patio doors that lead to the super private, west exposed deck & backyard.

• Just steps to one of the Lower Mainland’s most beautiful beaches!

$2,100,000

70 15588 32 Avenue

6260 28th Avenue

Aileen

Aileen

and

and

Joanne Sold Over Asking

Joanne

Sold

• 3 bdrm/3 bath townhome in The WOODS - a unique community that is classy & chic with an East coast flare!

• Live/work from home with commercial zoning for the office / den located on the main floor with its own entrance, backing onto garden space.

• Many upgrades purchased separately from the developer & many more since.

• Gas stove, upgraded W/D, brilliant lighting, mirror designer feature wall in living room, installation of additional cabinetry in kitchen with some S/S pullouts, stunning designer wallpaper in carefully selected areas of the home, window screens & custom closets in bdrms.

• No wear and tear, this home is better than new!

$619,000

· · · · · ·

TEN acre Ladner estate Ideal for ONE family or TWO 5/6 bedroom home + 2 bedroom 2nd home Four car garage + 90X44 heated garage (30 cars/small RV) Barn with 8 stalls - riding ring Tennis Court $4,300,000

$1,325,000

6180 48A Avenue

Aileen and

Joanne

Sold • Delightful five bedroom homein popular “Holly” area.

• Updates: Roof 2011, furnace & hot water tank 2014.

Paint, flooring, kitchen & bathroom upgrades too!

• Over 2600 sqft home on 6447 sqft lot!

Exceptional service • 20-point marketing plan • Call us for a free consultation

$979,900

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www.fraserelliott.com

RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

BLUEBERRY FARM IN PRIME LOCATION

23 ACRE PARCEL NEAR INDUSTRIAL CORRIDOR

5039 & 5121 112 STREET DELTA $24,225,000

2990 57B STREET LADNER $11,500,000

21.44 ACRE PARCEL

BEAUTIFUL HOME ON 25 ACRES! W G NE TIN S I L

5871 60 AVENUE LADNER $7,998,800

28 ACRE HIGH EXPOSURE LOCATION

2447 56 STREET LADNER $7,998,800 PRIME LAND ASSEMBLY OPPORTUNITY

36 kms to Highway 1

24 kms to Downtown Vancouver

Lot 1 Hwy 99

LOT 1 HIGHWAY 99 LADNER $6,888,800

2 STRATA UNITS REMAINING IN NEWER TILBURY BUILDING!

207/208 8291 92 STREET DELTA $2,988,800

STUNNING CUSTOM HOME ON HUGE LOT!

5139 COOPER PLACE LADNER $2,088,800 #1 TEAM IN THE REAL ESTATE BOARD OF GREATER VANCOUVER 2016*

4 LOTS 4624, 4614, 4606, 4600 51 STREET LADNER $5,238,000

1.5 ACRE PARCEL WITH RS4 ZONING!

4016 W RIVER ROAD LADNER $2,198,800

ONE OF THE FINEST HOMES IN “THE TERRACE”

33 WOODLAND DRIVE TSAWWASSEN $1,998,800

#2 RE/MAX® TEAM IN WESTERN CANADA 2016**

*Based on total REBGV MLS sales 2016. **For total residential and commercial commissions combined of all RE/MAX® sales associates in Canada for 2016.

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2 BUILDING LOTS

10,000 SQFT WATERFRONT LOT IN PRIME LOCATION!

W G NE TIN S I L

STUNNING LUXURY RESIDENCE WITH EXCELLENT VIEW!

IMMACULATE LUXURY HOME!

4767 STAHAKEN COURT $1,538,800

5383 SPETIFORE CRESCENT TSAWWASSEN $1,450,000

TSAWWASSEN

LIKE NEW, CUSTOM BUILT LUXURY!

BEAUTIFUL CUL-DE-SAC HOME HOME WITH STUNNING VIEWS!

5248 PATON DRIVE LADNER $1,398,800

4880 55B STREET LADNER $1,398,800

EXTENSIVELY RENOVATED FAMILY HOME!

COMPLETELY NEW INTERIOR RENOVATION! W G NE TIN S I L

4908 WEAVER DRIVE $1,388,800

TSAWWASSEN

STUNNING HOME IN VICTORY SOUTH

5207 LAUREL DRIVE LADNER $1,298,800

#7 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA in 2016**

5314 10A AVENUE $1,368,800

TSAWWASSEN

LARGE, UPDATED FAMILY HOME!

5295 12 AVENUE TSAWWASSEN $1,298,800

#17 RE/MAX® TEAM WORLDWIDE in 2016**

***For total residential and commercial commissions combined out of over 100,000 RE/MAX® sales associates worldwide. As recognized by the RE/MAX® INTERNATIONAL achievement award to Fraser and his team for 2016.

www.fraserelliott.com

4361 W RIVER ROAD LADNER $1,588,800

5471 52 AVENUE LADNER $1,650,000

RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

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www.fraserelliott.com

RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

LARGE FAMILY HOME IN QUIET CUL-DE-SAC!

GORGEOUS RANCHER STYLE HOME W/LOFT!

W G NE TIN S I L

4442 ARTHUR DRIVE $1,249,900

6308 49 AVENUE LADNER $1,288,800

LADNER

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY AT DELTA RISE!

UPDATED 5 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME W/POOL!

201/202 11957 80 AVENUE DELTA $1,209,900

1479 53A STREET TSAWWASSEN $1,198,800

BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME WITH FARMLAND VIEWS

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED HOME W G NE TIN S I L

6642 LONDON DRIVE $1,198,000

LADNER

STUNNING OCEAN VIEWS!

15285 MARINE DRIVE $1,175,000

BEACH GROVE FAMILY HOME ON CORNER LOT!

1654 57A STREET TSAWWASSEN $1,098,800 #1 TEAM IN THE REAL ESTATE BOARD OF GREATER VANCOUVER 2016*

15442 79A AVENUE $1,188,000

FAMILY HOME NEAR THE BEACH!

15768 COLUMBIA AVENUE $1,149,900

LARGE LOT IN BEACH GROVE!

1696 58 STREET TSAWWASSEN

$988,800

#2 RE/MAX® TEAM IN WESTERN CANADA 2016**

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BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED FAMILY HOME

UPDATED 2 LEVEL HOME ON QUIET STREET!

4858 59A STREET LADNER $939,900

FAMILY HOME IN GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD

W G NE TIN S I L

5464 MAPLE CRESCENT $929,900

LADNER

RANCHER STYLE HOME WITH VIEWS!

245 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE TSAWWASSEN $899,900

NICELY RENOVATED 1/2 DUPLEX

11126 S FULLER CRESCENT DELTA $928,800

WONDERFUL HOME IN GREAT LOCATION

4791 44B AVENUE LADNER $898,800

3 BEDROOM RANCHER ON LARGE LOT!

W G NE TIN LIS

5526 6A AVENUE TSAWWASSEN $878,800

IRONWOOD AUTOMOTIVE / WAREHOUSE

1135-12191 HAMMERSMITH WAY DELTA $798,800

#7 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA in 2016**

6092 LADNER TRUNK ROAD LADNER $799,900

LARGE WAREHOUSE

103-11860 HAMMERSMITH WAY DELTA $769,900

#17 RE/MAX® TEAM WORLDWIDE in 2016**

***For total residential and commercial commissions combined out of over 100,000 RE/MAX® sales associates worldwide. As recognized by the RE/MAX® INTERNATIONAL achievement award to Fraser and his team for 2016.

RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

www.fraserelliott.com

15772 98A AVENUE $959,900

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED RANCHER

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STUNNING VIEWS!

www.fraserelliott.com

RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

TWO GROUND LEVEL OFFICE UNITS IN PRIME LOCATION!

7633 NANAIMO STREET $629,900

3701-11967 80 AVENUE DELTA $699,900

LAC LA HACHE

BEAUTIFUL 3 LEVEL TOWNHOME

LOT 1 CARIBOO 97 HIGHWAY $625,000

4-32043 MT WADDINGTON AVENUE $569,900

BEAUTIFUL 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOME

GORGEOUS TOWNHOME

W G NE TIN LIS

17-2832 CLEARBROOK ROAD $524,900

1-32035 MT WADDINGTON $559,900

LOVELY 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOME

LOVELY CONDO AT DELTA RISE

6-32043 MT WADDINGTON AVENUE $499,900

3406-11967 80 AVENUE DELTA $445,900

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM CONDO WITH VIEW!

DELTA RISE CONDO W G NE TIN S I L

3206-11967 80 AVENUE DELTA $434,900 #1 TEAM IN THE REAL ESTATE BOARD OF GREATER VANCOUVER 2016*

304 1428 56 STREET TSAWWASSEN $429,900

#2 RE/MAX® TEAM IN WESTERN CANADA 2016**

April 14, 2017 The Delta Optimist A37

LOVELY UNIT AT DELTA RISE

UPDATED 2 BEDROOM END UNIT! W G NE TIN S I L

205-4758 53 STREET LADNER $419,900

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY AT DELTA RISE!

TWO GROUND LEVEL OFFICE UNITS IN PRIME LOCATION!

203-11957 80 AVENUE DELTA $390,000

2298 NEWPORT AVENUE $399,900

STUNNING FLOAT HOME WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS!

2 BED 2 BATH CORNER UNIT W G NE TIN S I L

12-3871 W RIVER ROAD LADNER $379,900

325-13277 108 AVENUE $319,900

DELTA RISE CONDO WITH VIEWS!

TOP FLOOR 2 BEDROOM! W G NE TIN S I L

2410-11967 80 AVENUE DELTA $289,900

421-8120 COLONIAL DRIVE $278,800

LOVELY TOP FLOOR 1 BEDROOM

LEASE OPPORTUNITIES AT DELTA RISE W G NE TIN S LI

305 1870 E SOUTHMERE CRESCENT $214,900

#7 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA in 2016**

105 & 500 11957 80 AVENUE DELTA

CALL FOR DETAILS

#17 RE/MAX® TEAM WORLDWIDE in 2016**

www.fraserelliott.com

3006-11967 80 AVENUE DELTA $427,900

RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

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RE/MAX速 Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

OUR TESTIMONIALS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES! I would recommend Fraser Elliott to my friends and family. As a single parent I am so busy and I wasn't looking forward to listing my house but the Fraser Elliott team efficiency and knowledge made it a great experience.

When we called Fraser Elliott it was only a matter of hours that he and Garrett, his teammate, were at our door to view the property and to set an asking price. They were very efficient and helpful. They sold our home within a week and we were amazed at their expertise and handling of the sale. Thank you so much Fraser's team for all your hard work. Well done!

- Norma

- j&h

First of all thank you so very very much for the lovely basket! That was so so nice! Mike & I want to let everyone at the Fraser Elliott Group know how impressed we were- and how thankful we are that we hired you to sell our home. I honestly can say with the exception of selling the home we loved- the experience was unbelievably painless. It took us a couple of months to decide we were going to list. Garrett came and met with us, then we called you back a month later. Fraser came to meet with us- we still weren't sure! Garrett & Fraser did not push. Then we called again and they both came! They spent hours with us- answering our questions, and offering tips. They were so so patient. We finally signed on the dotted line. Garrett & Fraser suggested a listing price of over $300,000 compared to other Realtors速. They said if we were patient, they thought we could get that price or close to it! They said they could price the house to sell in a day or two-but felt we would leave money on the table. When we decided on a list price, they also warned us there would likely not be bidding wars at that price point, nor would we sell in a day. Everything they told us- came true. I was a little nervous the house wouldn't sell because they didn't do open houses. Not having open houses was wonderful! We got a few people looking each week- apparently if they are serious buyers- that is all we need. The market was slowing down when we finally decided to list, so I have to admit there were a few times I was nervous. I didn't need to be. The entire process was a well-oiled machine. They seem to be one happy efficient unit- working together for the client. A big shout out to Julie, Rachel, Garrett & Fraser and a side shout to Amber 'aka pitbull' for closing the deal and not taking any flack! Now we are looking for our next place. Poor Jennifer!

She has been especially patient, responsive and fun to go see places with. She is extremely knowledgeable- and we feel like she really wants us to buy a place we can be happy in! She doesn't just want to close any deal. So Jennifer thank you! I so appreciate all the tips and endless stream of knowledge you seem to have. Hopefully soon, you can sell us a home! Thank you all again so much. Mike & I really were thrilled with your group!

- Sincerely, Sharon Donald After selling my house, trying to decide what would come next could have been a very hard thing to do. I called Jennifer, and that made all the difference. She was invested in me as a person, stayed in contact, listened attentively, and was just what I needed; a trusted opinion who had thorough knowledge in a market I was unsure of. With her guidance and ability to focus on what I needed (and after viewing many properties, thank you, Jen!), I know I made a decision I can be proud of, and I couldn't have done it without her, or the Fraser Elliott Team. My new home is absolutely perfect for me.

- Cory The decision to sell our home and relocate was one of the hardest we've ever made. The decision to use Fraser Elliott's team made it all worth it! Not only were we able to ask more than we thought possible but we were offered over our asking price, and accepted. The level of professionalism from the initial meeting with Fraser, to the staging, photography, and showings, was incredible. We were kept in the loop with each step and never felt that anything was beyond our control. With this being our first home we were new to the whole process of selling and the entire team made us feel at ease. We owe so much to Fraser, Garrett, Amber, Julie, Rachel and Jennifer.

We are forever grateful and would recommend their services to anyone looking to buy or sell in beautiful South Delta!

- Ryan and Danyelle Loyer

I chose the Fraser Elliott Group to make the sale of my North Delta apartment happen and it did! I personally was confident that I had made a good choice. All the team were respectful and made me feel that my ideas and opinion were valued.

Communication was pleasantly and skillfully done by Phil.

The end result for the times was good and I would certainly consult them if ever needed.

- Lois To the Fraser Elliott Team, I'd like to thank you for a job well done selling my house. Your team is very professional and competent. No matter what questions I had, you people got back to me immediately with the answers and confirmed by other members of your team. You were always easy to reach, and your expertise and knowledge was very much appreciated. I would highly recommend your team to anyone needing a Realtor. PS. The free moving van was a surprise and really helped, Thank You. - Ralph Rasmussen Fraser Elliott is a step up from other firms with whom I've listed. They delivered on marketing with professional photos and targeted Facebook marketing. They sold my commercial strata office unit in a matter of weeks, and for a very satisfactory price. Additionally they work as a team, not individual Realtors, and this ensures everything keeps moving. I would certainly recommend their services.

- Levi

#1 TEAM IN THE REAL ESTATE BOARD OF GREATER VANCOUVER 2016*

#2 RE/MAX速 TEAM IN WESTERN CANADA 2016**

*Based on total REBGV MLS sales 2016. **For total residential and commercial commissions combined of all RE/MAX速 sales associates in Canada for 2016.

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THANKS TO ALL OUR CUSTOMERS!

- Kari Our family wanted to let you know how excited we are the house is sold. Steve and I wanted to thank each of you from the start with meeting Garrett as well as the stager and photographer getting house ready. First phone call from Amber for showing. Thanks Rachel and Julie for the many showings. Thanks Jen for the many phone calls and working really hard, even late at night and getting offer completed, which Garrett was part of too. Fraser, you and your team really care and will be well recommended from us!

I'd like to say we developed a great relationship with Fraser's team while we went through the sales process, but the truth is we didn't have time. It was a week from signing up with the team to signing the sale documents! What more can we say? A professional team that executes on their promise like a well oiled machine! They make magic. Bench strength we never imagined. No wonder they are award winning!

Not using them would really be your loss. Choosing Fraser's team was the best decision we could have made.Thank you Fraser, Garrett, Julie, Amber, Rachel, James the photographer, and Kashmir the stager. You far exceeded our expectations. We're sold!!

- Ray and Joanne M

Garrett gave an appraisal for my home and I considered other realtors, but Garrett's straightforward approach and no pressure attitude led me to list with him. I had reservations about selling during the winter especially after the major snowstorms we have experienced. They sent out a photographer who had to wade in a foot of snow to photograph the outside and despite the weather, the realtor's open house still took place shortly after. It was a roller coaster ride of negotiations which Garrett and Jennifer navigated with great skill and professionalism.

The end result was the house was sold in a week. Overall, it was a great experience with the Fraser Elliott Real Estate Group. Well done.

I would definitely recommend the Fraser Elliott Group to others.

The Fraser Elliott Team, l'd like to take this opportunity to extend my gratitude to you and your entire staff on what l consider to be an outstanding job on the sale of my condo. From our first meeting you told me that you would treat the sale of my condo the same way you would handle selling a $3 million home. You and your team stood by your word and did exactly that. I couldn't be happier! With the extremely tight window time you and your team was working with you made it all fit together. An outstanding performance by you all and my thanks and gratitude for all your hard work. I feel privileged to have met and worked together with such a congenial group as yourselves and will pass my positive recommendations on the appropriate people. Thanks again for the outstanding effort you all put in for me. Sincerely,

- Don W

- Dave Ennis

- Peachey family

Our experience working with the Fraser Elliott group was excellent. We were very happy with all aspects of the service provided - sales agent, photographer and staging advice. Everything we needed was done in a very efficient manner and we were always kept in the loop about what was happening. Phil was a great sales agent. He was always on time, always answered my questions and was professional and honest. He was always upbeat and positive as well as thoughtful and understanding. As a busy mom with three little kids at home, Phil always took my concerns seriously and worked to accommodate our needs. I was very happy with our experience and I recommend Fraser Elliott Group to friends and family in the future!

- Sara Raouf Thank you to the Fraser Elliott group for selling our townhouse. We were really impressed with our initial meeting with Garrett, with the staging consultation and with the professional photographs taken of our townhouse. A great big thank you to Julie, Rachel, Jennifer and Amber. They worked really hard on all of our showings and promptly got back to us to let us know the outcome after each one. We would highly recommend the Fraser Elliott group to anyone looking to sell their home - Bryant and Heather

I highly recommend the Fraser Elliott team . They are very professional and keep you posted continually . They did an amazing job to get us the best price possible for our house including providing a stager.

- Linda Nash We couldn't be happier with the experience we had selling our house with Fraser Elliott group! Everything was done in an efficient way, from the staging, professional photos, showings and negotiations.

Philip did a great job selling the place and Garrett was able to negotiate the deal we wanted. All in two weeks! If we ever need to sell again we know where to go!

- Liselott and Mike McFarlane

#7 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA IN 2016**

#17 RE/MAX® TEAM WORLDWIDE IN 2016***

***For total residential and commercial commissions combined out of over 100,000 RE/MAX® sales associates worldwide. As recognized by the RE/MAX® INTERNATIONAL achievement award to Fraser and his team for 2016.

www.fraserelliott.com

The Fraser Elliott group has been a pleasure to work with (again).

I am a repeat customer who is impressed by their attentiveness, responsiveness and their knowledge. Jennifer has been a wonderful help in supporting the sale and purchase process working tirelessly to ensure that I was able to get the best price and that all the dates lined up. I am so thankful to have her on my team. I would recommend Jennifer and the rest of the team to anyone I know and be confident in the level of service and expertise they provide to clients.

RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

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COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY STRATA OFFICES 800 - 11,800 SQ.FT. FROM $475/SQ.FT. • 800 to 11,800 sq.ft. of office space over 3 levels • Office floorplates of approximately 4,300 sq.ft.

• Expansive open space with high ceilings & extensive glazing • Ample secure underground parking • Walking distance to amenities & transit • CD Zoning allows for broad range of uses

CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION:

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4BDR TOWNHOMES STARTING AT $499,900 • 3 Bedroom Plus Flex and 4 Bedroom options!

• 1569 sq.ft. to 1949 sq.ft. living space • Double-wide garages • KitchenAid Stainless Steel Appliances + Gas Ranges • Quartz Countertops, Soft-Close Cabinets • Wide-plank flooring & window seats • Large backyards and so much more!

CALL US TODAY: 604.728.2845

• Exclusive luxury real estate • Mountain and ocean views • Floor to ceiling windows • 10 1/2 foot ceilings • High-end appliances • Spacious living room • 639 sq.ft., covered balcony • Move-in this Spring!

• Only $699,000

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REMEMBRANCES OBITUARIES

IN MEMORIAM

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SHARPE, Norma Ann Mary (nee Page) Bev - Forever in our hearts We miss you each and every day Love your family and friends April 18, 2007

JOANNE HERENDY March 9, 1964 April 14, 2011

I can’t believe it has been six years since your passing.

I mourn your death everyday.

You were my only Sister.

Now that our Mother has passed, the pain is that much deeper.

You were taken from us.

“Evil” is alive and well.

I miss you so much Joanne.

Love Kim

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OBITUARIES

April 16, 1935 - March 25, 2017

Norma passed away peacefully in the early morning hours at Abbotsford Regional Hospital. She is remembered with deep love and affection by her husband of 60 years, William Stephen (‘Steve’) Sharpe, her children Greg (Janice), David (Debie), Stephanie (Harvey) and Jennifer (Stevan), grandchildren, Joshua (Aleksandra), Olivia (Jordan), Evan, Breanne (Joel), Ole (Sara), and Larissa.

Norma is also survived by five great-grandchildren, Luca, Bodhi, Ruby, Gemma and Milo. Each of us has our own ‘most memorable’ moments of Norma; we will stir them up often with great fondness.

Norma and Steve shared nearly 61 years together happily raising a family of four children. Norma and Steve read together, enjoyed music together, prayed, worshipped and played together, serving those in their neighborhood, fellowship groups and churches selflessly and joyfully. Norma’s life revolved around teaching and serving, first her family and then those within her reach. She parented and grand-parented with warmth, affection, and sagacity; others watched and listened for Norma’s parenting wisdom and strategies.

Norma had a deep appreciation for classical music and sacred music in particular. She was a friend and mentor to many in choirs with whom she shared her faith and love for worship. There were many years of mid-week rehearsals, Sunday morning worship services, and summers at the Naramata Center where she sang and directed adult or children’s choirs. Her service to, and love for, the people with whom she sang was greatly appreciated; she had a profound impact on the spiritual lives of many. She will be missed by countless singers with whom she sang and for whom she provided direction and leadership.

Norma was a teacher and loved teaching. Norma will be fondly remembered by her many teaching colleagues, the children, and parents she so lovingly and carefully served at the Delta School Readiness Program. She taught children with unique learning needs for many years at this school during which she also provided mentorship in the evenings and weekends to young parents to equipping them for the responsibilities of parenting.

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The family would like to offer our thanks to the staff at Carrington Residences in Mission, B.C., for their care and support of Norma before she was hospitalized.

We gratefully acknowledge the compassion, care and support offered by the nurses on Baker 2 (…thank you Cole et.al.) at Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Thank you for taking care of our Norma.

A memorial gathering for friends and family will be held on Sunday, May 21st at 1:00 p.m. at Colebrook United Church 5441 - 125A Street in Surrey British Columbia with a reception to follow in the church hall.

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December 26, 1940 April 10, 2017 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Tim. Tim is survived by his wife Shirley, his three children Glen (Debbie), Greg (Tracy), Tracy (Cory) and his six grandchildren Abby, Charlotte, Jackson, Helena, Bryan and David. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated.

We will miss you, until we meet again.

A Celebration of Life will be arranged at a later date.

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