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Volunteers gathered at the Paridon Horticultural warehouse in East Delta this week to fill hundreds of Christmas food hampers. The hampers are scheduled to be delivered tomorrow.

‘Rock stars’ at work again Volunteer force creates approximately 600 hampers in annual program DAVE WILLIS

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The Paridon Horticultural Ltd. warehouse in East Delta once again served as the hub for Deltassist’s annual Christmas hamper program. Bob Taggart, part of a team of volunteer coordinators that included Brian Rainbow, Phil Easdown, David Fredricksen and David Olson, noted the warehouse opens its doors for the hamper effort well ahead of Christmas. “Without them we’d be lost,” he says, wanting to extend thanks to Paridon. Volunteers sort and distribute hundreds of food hampers to less fortunate families throughout Delta as part of the program. The hampers, approximately 600 this year, are

set to be delivered tomorrow. Taggart, a longtime volunteer, says it’s fantastic to see people come together to help the less fortunate. “I think that’s why everybody’s here,” he says, noting it’s typical to see people keep coming back to help after initially volunteering. This year the need is down (a reflection that the economy has picked up and more people are working) and there have been more food donations, says Fredricksen. “It’s a happy story, to me,” he says. Extra food will be passed along to the food bank. Many of the volunteers are local service club members. They make food pickups, sort through the

Typical hamper contents: 1 turkey 10 cans of soup 10 cans of vegetables 2 cans of fruit 2 to 6 cans of fish 4 to 6 cans of pasta 1 can of cranberry jelly 10 lbs of potatoes 3 lbs of carrots Beets 4 lbs of turnips 6 apples 4 onions 1 large/2 small packs of

dry pasta 10 boxes of Kraft Dinner 10 packs of dry noodles 1 box of cookies 1 carton of candy canes 2 loaves of bread Pork and beans * Extra large families receive additional food items. * Families with infants receive baby food and formula.

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Jack Vosenberg, Cassandra Laviolette and other volunteers sort through mountains of donated food as they put together hampers. items, put together hampers and then distribute them to clients, explains

Deltassist community services coordinator Colleen Danes.

Contributions to the program were made by: • Deltassist • Delta elementary and secondary schools • Ladner/Tsawwassen Kinsmen • Ladner Legion • Ladner/North Delta/Tsawwassen Boundary Bay/Scottsdale Lions • Ladner/Tsawwassen Rotary • TOOBs • Ladies’ Ladner Aux. Br. 61 • All Saints Ladner • Crescent Downs Social Comm. • Private donors Donations were received from:

“They’re just … rock stars,” says Danes of the volunteer effort.

• Paridon Horticultural Ltd. (use of warehouse) • Norampac (1,500 boxes) • Schools that collected canned goods • Bates Brothers (use of a five-ton truck) • Felix Farms, Bates Bros. Farm, Emma Lea Farms, Brent Kelly Farm, Rod Burr Farm, Rod Swenson Farms • Kings Links Golf Course (3,600 boxes of Kraft Dinner) • Monte Cristo Bakery Food purchased from: • Save-On-Foods (cranberries) • Safeway (turkeys) • Lyle Vidulich and family (apples)

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Owen inundated with cards as total approaching 2,000 Mom overwhelmed by number of Christmas messages DAVE WILLIS

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The Christmas cards came pouring in for sixyear-old Owen Hill Davie this holiday season. His family put a call out for cards which are “the perfect gift for him,” said his mom Stephanie Hill Davie.

“He loves things that are light, that he can carry. He likes the way paper crinkles in his hands,” she said. Owen, who’s dealing with a host of medical issues, has received cards from far-away places like Australia, England, Germany, Ireland and Russia. But the majority of the

1,978 cards he’s received as of Wednesday have come from the Delta area. “It’s an overwhelming response and we’re so appreciative for everyone taking time to send something to our little guy,” said Hill Davie. When cards arrive in the mail they pick somewhere cozy to sit, either

the couch, in front of the Christmas tree, or the bed, since the youngster has been quite ill this holiday season, and each one is opened up and read to Owen. “He physically touches every single card,” said Hill Davie. She said people’s messages have included shar-

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Ladner’s Owen Hill Davie is seen with just a fraction of the Christmas cards he’s received this year. ing personal experiences, words of encouragement as well as saying how Owen has provided inspiration. Some of his medical issues include being unable to sit up, walk or stand due to low muscle tone, airway issues and feeding

difficulties. He is also nonverbal. “Head to toe there’s probably not a single body part that isn’t affected,” said Hill Davie. There is a Facebook page, Hope for Owen, with more on the little boy’s journey.

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MLA Ian Paton, MP Carla Qualtrough, Mayor Lois Jackson and CAO George Harvie cut the cake during a recent celebration at the South Delta Recreation Centre to mark Delta becoming a city.

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Kids will find gifts under the tree thanks to Toy Depot Deltassist program turns the East Delta Hall into toy store DAVE WILLIS

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Approximately 700 local kids will have a brighter Christmas thanks to the Deltassist Toy Depot. The annual program, put on to help low-income families during the holidays, was held over a three-day stretch earlier this month at the East Delta Hall. Volunteers played a big role in the Toy Depot, says Deltassist community services coordinator Colleen Danes. “If it wasn’t for the volunteers, we couldn’t do this,” she says. They put in hundreds of hours helping with the set up at the hall, assisting clients and then doing clean-up.

Longtime volunteer Alice Barnes from Ladner says set up went smoothly with people working at a quick pace. Asked why she keeps coming back year after year, she says, “Wouldn’t you? Look at it all. It’s just so much fun. It’s nice to see, it’s the spirit of Christmas, isn’t it?” Tsawwassen’s Donna Clark, who volunteers at the pajama table, says seeing clients’ smiling faces when they find something special for their child is very rewarding. “It really warms my heart,” she says. Hours were extended on two of the three days, making life easier for organizers, volunteers and clients, says Danes. The toys at the Toy

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Deltassist Christmas assistant Kirsti Kober (left), volunteer Jan Salvador, Deltassist community services coordinator Colleen Danes and volunteer Donna Clark at the East Delta Hall.

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The Segal family of Ladner has seen demand for its sock slippers skyrocket after they were included on Oprah’s Favorite Things List for 2017.

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A Richmond-based company run by a Ladner family is singing the praises of Oprah Winfrey after one of its products was recently selected for Oprah’s Favorite Things List 2017. PUDUS (pronounced poodos) — the ultimate slipper sock guaranteed to wrap your feet in warmth and comfort — was featured in the December issue of O, The Oprah Magazine. “I put on these cozy sock slippers for the Favorite Things shoot, and loved them! So will anyone you give them to, from toddlers to grandmas,” said Oprah in the magazine. PUDUS was founded in 2015 by the Segal family (Dr. Jean Segal, wife Randi, daughter Haylie and son Brandon) who also developed a fashionable version of compression socks in 2012. Randi, Brandon and Haylie work on various aspects of the company, while Dr. Segal, a surgeon at Delta Hospital, serves as medical advisor. “It was pretty amazing when they decided to feature our product.

Oprah has been wonderful for us,” said Haylie. “Our product has skyrocketed everywhere. We are just so fortunate and excited about her featuring it. We couldn’t have asked for anything more than publicity from someone like Oprah.”

According to the company’s website, the PUDUS Classic Collection unites more than 40 vibrant designs to an elevated level of softness. Available in three sizes from toddler to adult, PUDUS extra-soft, animalfriendly fleece and hightraction silicone grippers provide comfort at every step. “All of our retailers have been doing really well. Amazon, our website, it has just pushed the

product all across North America really,” said Haylie. “This is an entirely different product. We had an idea and decided we wanted to go for it again, so we used what we learned with the compression socks and built two different brands alongside each other.” Haylie said the idea behind PUDUS is a simple one. “Everyone loves slippers. Everyone wants to feel comfy. We started with the compression socks and now we have branched out into some outerwear as well, but we wanted everyone to feel warm and cozy. Slippers are a great gift and we just went with it,” she said. “Both brands are growing exponentially every year which has been very exciting for us. With everything that has been happening with Oprah, there is lots to come with both products.” The family appeared on Dragon’s Den in 2015 to showcase the compression socks. Haylie and Brandon live in Richmond, but Jean and Randi still live in Ladner. Both Brandon and Haylie grew up in Ladner and graduated from Delta Secondary.

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Foreign workers enjoy Christmas feast

Latino Workers Ministry gets help from Cedar Park Church and Nando’s to stage banquet IAN JACQUES

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Being thousands of kilometres away from your family and friends can be tough at the best of times, but you can imagine it can be even more difficult at Christmas. But thanks to several community-minded folks and businesses, temporary foreign workers from Mexico and Guatemala who are employed at the numerous greenhouses in Delta were treated to a wonderful Christmas experience last Saturday in Ladner. Kim Pelen and husband Jon David Pelen started Latino Workers Ministry two years ago to help support the Mexican and Guatemalan workers. “We are financially supported only by donations. My husband, being Guatemalan himself, earned the respect and trust of the workers and employees,” said Kim. “We help with translating at doctors and dentist appointments, bringing the workers to the leisure centre for recreation, teaching English and supporting their spiritual needs. Our goal is to help give a work-life balance while they are here working.” She said their church, Cedar Park in Ladner, has been overwhelmingly supportive. Last Christmas, the Pelens, through volunteers

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and others in the community, put together more than 370 Christmas gift baskets filled with food, sweets, gifts and cards that were delivered to eight area greenhouses for the workers. Last Saturday, they hosted a Christmas banquet for 60 workers, handed out more gift baskets and will be delivering 60 more to

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cater the whole event,” recalled Jon David. “We were just blown away.” Kim added that when the workers found out that

Nando’s was there to serve them, their faces lit up. “They all know Nando’s — it’s their favourite restaurant,” she shared. “Nando’s didn’t just prepare the food, but they served it and then went around to the tables to make sure everyone had what they needed. Before they left we had the team come to the stage and a representative from each greenhouse shared a word of thanks for the event in general and, of course, the meal.” She said more than than 40 volunteers came to help. “It was more than we needed but shows how people in the community want to be involved,” Kim said. “It really helped create an atmosphere for togetherness and welcome.” Kim said a select group of workers have been meeting weekly for Bible study with Jon David and together they prepared songs to entertain during the evening. “At the end we all joined in to sing Feliz Navidad. My husband and I set the idea in motion but it took the community to put it together and our expectations we far surpassed,” she said. “It’s a big difference in culture here and they [the workers] are missing Christmas with their families, so this is a way to help bring Christmas and a bit of home.”

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t’s Christmas time, which means, unfortunately, I have to go inside. I do my share when it comes to domestic chores, but after 25 years of marriage the lines have become pretty well defined, and one of those thresholds I do my absolute best not to cross is the one that involves shopping. I’ll occasionally go to a store -- Pets-N-Us to get food for the dog or Home Hardware to get more Christmas lights -- but these are missions with a singular goal, where I know exactly what I’m after, so they’re devoid of even a hint of browsing. The problem is that doesn’t cut it at Christmas. Shopping for my son is a relatively painless exercise as I’m largely reduced to a package-carrying wingman, but when I’m on my own in search of gifts for my wife, I must venture inside and peruse the merchandise, which is when things tend to go off the rails. Now, I must make it perfectly clear that my wife doesn’t expect much. It’s quite the opposite, in fact, and I like to take a little credit for that because I’ve done a pretty good job of reducing her expectations over the years. My wife knows I’m shopping challenged so she tries to provide some direction, to the point this year we decided to exchange lists. Nothing on her list is expensive or difficult to find, but the ironic part is that many of the items are so common, and available in such variety, it makes it darn near impossible to choose. Or should I say, choose the appropriate one. Take a scarf, for instance. The list calls for a “pretty” one, which I know means to look for one that’s decorative rather than intended to keep you warm, but that only narrows it down so much, leaving way too much open for interpretation in a language I don’t speak. There’s the very real danger that one person’s “pretty” could well be another’s “ugly.” Socks don’t necessarily pose challenges fashion-wise, but I’ve learned over the years you can buy ones that go too far up the calf or are too thick to fit in shoes. A sweatshirt? Well, at least there aren’t too many of those out there to choose from. There’s absolutely no doubt that my wife will find what’s on her list under the tree on Christmas morning. Whether it’s what she was hoping for is a whole other story.

Recent encounters reinforce notion Christmas is for kids

f you are like me, you may have channeled your inner Druid yesterday morning. Yes, the winter solstice arrived at 6:35 a.m. Thank you solar system, you are the best. The days are getting longer and I am pretty darn happy for that. “Yule” as it was known in ancient Germanic and Scandinavian cultures was essentially a celebration of what was to come. Fir tree boughs were used to represent the approaching spring and there is a correlation between the wacky Roman calendar, Christ Mass and the winter solstice. Christmas is celebrated by many cultures but its secular beginnings, borne of Pagan roots, have been slowly slipping out of the equation, losing priority to the apparently far more powerful force of capitalism and its blood brother commercialism. Pew Research recently published a study that “finds that most U.S. adults believe the religious aspects of Christmas are emphasized less now than in the past — even as relatively few Americans are bothered by this trend.” Although you would hope that this not be the case in Canada, that trend is likely the same here and elsewhere. With Black Fridays, Red Thursdays, Cyber Mondays, constant ‘blowouts” and Boxing Day/

Community Comment MIKE SCHNEIDER

week/month sales, you can see how many of us can become distracted. Everyone can attest to some of the stress and anxiety the season presents, but focusing on the fun aspects of this time of year is a good way to stickhandle through the angst. Even if we do not have an affinity for the secular aspects of Christmas, I am sure we can all agree that getting together with loved ones is the key to enjoying the celebration. Another certainty is that Christmas is for kids. Some of my fondest memories are from family Christmases of yesteryear, both as a kid and as a parent, and I presume this is true for you too. I have been particularly lucky the past couple of weeks to visit schools and talk to the kids about food-related topics, but also to

ask them about their plans for Christmas. The primary kids have been bouncing off the walls lately, but it has been so heartwarming to hear what they are going to do, eat and to hear what they think the big man will haul down the chimney for them on Sunday night. I have received some adorable Christmas cards from the young farmers and have learned some nutritional tricks along the way. I always bring veggie snacks for the youngsters. Reindeer food has been on the menu of late. It is amazing to see how many pieces of carrot and celery the kids can eat when they are told that eating lots of veggies makes the reindeer fly. I’m hoping they are all surrounded by the warmth and love of their friends and families so they too can look back fondly on these days as some of the best of their lives and eventually recreate the feeling for their own children one day. In a few days all of the hype and stress will go away but the memories will remain to savour. I’m looking forward to a great 2018 and I hope you are too. Merry Christmas everybody! 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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South Deltans pretty well served by transit Editor: Re: System will lose riders when they are forced to transfer, letter to the editor, Dec. 8 Malcolm Johnston can’t be serious about wanting that single 602 straight through to downtown. I rode that unpredictable beast daily for close to 20 years to my Yaletown office and I am more than overjoyed to catch the Canada Line at Bridgeport. You say the Canada Line adds 30 minutes over the bus? C’mon, that’s not even close. The direct 602 bus was unpredictable, subject to all the congestion between Oak Street Bridge and Pender Street. There were far too many days to count where I stood shivering in the cold

rain at the corner of Davie and Howe, waiting for the 602 to wind itself through the commuter mess. One thing is true, though, you could get on and have a nice long sleep, often close to an hour and a half on many days. TransLink listened to commuters on its proposed plan to remove the 602 to optimize the system. That was a very pleasant surprise to be heard. What’s to grumble about? Ticketing has never been easier and the bus drivers I see daily are cordial. Ask someone about Branko, the driver with fresh flowers on his fare box. Sure, there are the odd grumpy ones but you sound pretty grumpy as well. Wink, wink.

The trip home is predictable and reliable. Yes, there are the odd times that buses get caught in the tunnel congestion but that happens maybe two to three times a month. I set my daily wrist watch to leave the office at the same time and that 602 is usually there waiting for me. Just think of the uncertainty associated with driving in that mess. Bridgeport Station isn’t the international arrivals deck at YVR but it’s hardly an “ugly, cold and unfriendly place.” Quite contrary to Johnston’s perspective, my view is that daily commuters from South Delta are quite well treated. During morning rush hour from 6 to 9 a.m. there are 21 buses

leaving the recreation centre (602, 603 and 604). During the journey south at the end of the day there are also 21 buses leaving Bridgeport Station. Geez, it’s not a limo service but that’s a lot of options. And these numbers don’t account for that somewhat tedious option of taking the new 601 route that winds its way around the new mall and through lovely Ladner. If you were to choose the prolonged joy of the 601, you have an additional 17 runs in the morning rush and 15 coming south in the afternoon. I agree, though, there is much room for improvement at TransLink. The better the service, the lesser the degree of car congestion that tortures

those that have to or chose to drive. I do pity those that have to deal with the unpredictability of the antiquated Expo/Millennium lines, breaking down almost weekly. Add the sad souls sardined into any of the endless stream of articulated buses on the B-line heading east or west down Broadway. These folks are certainly the ones to complain, as do those where transit is just not available. Complain away folks, but really, relatively speaking, those of us in South Delta have it pretty darn good. Let’s not be complacent but really, let’s get real. Geoff Flamank

Greens should let government fall over Site C decision

Editor: I supported the BC Green Party this year financially for the first time. I have voted Green candidates for several years. I am more disappointed than I can say with the Greens’ choice to throw my vote in with the NDP. If I had wanted the NDP in power, I would have voted for them. I believe the Greens need to stand up and tell the NDP that they either

abandon the Site C project or they will vote against the government at the first opportunity. The Greens would be a hero to the right, the left and the centre. I am not an environmental activist. I am a financial realist. The construction of the Site C project is financially irresponsible in every single way: • The power will never be needed. • It will increase the cost

of power for those who use power from BC Hydro. • It will increase the taxes of the citizens of B.C. to cover the interest and capital repayment for the next 70 years. The Greens know this, I know this and anyone with any idea about finances knows this. People and corporations are already turning to alternate sources of power. Both are already selling their excess power on the grid. Solar technology is

readily available for everyone and with improvement in technology will come increased use. The technology of the dam is old, outdated and costly. Individuals are already switching to solar to create their own power and selling their excess to the grid. Soon, if you have a roof, you will have solar power. I live in a condo. We will, within the next few years, be switching to solar to power all common

areas. Why? Fast payback, reduced overall costs, elimination of reliance on BC Hydro and elimination of the risk of much higher Hydro costs in the future. I’m asking the Greens to reconsider their position. It is not enough to say you are against the construction of the Site C dam. You must say you are against the construction and that you are prepared to see the government fall on the issue. L. Marie Vermeulen

Forget bridge, ask Santa for world peace or to eliminate poverty

Editor: I beg you not to publish any more combinations of bridge/tunnel debate and Santa Claus. For any children reading this, no, Santa Claus does not bring grown-ups very large

items used to carry cars and trucks over or through bodies of water. Santa is not for grownups. He is the spirit of Christmas, and in my belief the spirit of all the world religions which cel-

ebrate the coming of the light at the solstice. Santa is about magic and love. He listens from the heart to young voices. You can ask him for something special for Christmas without fear of finding a bridge

pylon on your front lawn. If an adult wants to write or talk to Santa, what about asking him for world peace, elimination of poverty and violence, or kindness to all? Or, just saying: thank you for everything

Customers like you make it a joy to be in business. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you this past year. May God bless you and yours this Christmas season and throughout the year ahead.

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Highways need help

Editor: My wife and I are residents of Delta and recently drove east to Abbotsford on two separate occasions. Once we reached the 200th Street interchange at Langley we were forced to stop as the two-lane mid-day traffic was bumper-to-bumper all the way to the first turnoff into Abbotsford. Upon our return heading west, traffic was once again at a standstill until we got back to 200th Street. We have better things to do with our time than spend hours and hours in traffic. Surely Premier John Horgan is planning to re-start the widening of this very congested corridor to three lanes as the current situation is totally unacceptable. Time to get up with the times, Mr. Premier. Believe it or not, infrastructure improvements are a necessity in this day and age, particularly with ongoing increases in population, immigration, etc. The NDP’s decision to suspend construction on the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project was bad enough but now stopping this highway widening project is totally ridiculous. It must be unbearable for people that live with this on a daily basis. Improving social programs, schools and hospitals are not the only things that need attention. Garry Nash

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As the holiday season approaches and a new year gets set to begin, it’s a great time to reflect on the many things we’re thankful for in our lives. Personally, I’m grateful to the people of Delta South for entrusting me to serve as your repre-

Whether they’ve recently lost a loved one or don’t have a place to go home to, the holidays can be a painful time. Luckily, Delta is home to a variety of social service agencies that reach out to vulnerable people in our community. The South Delta Food Bank, Little House Society, Deltassist, and the Boys and Girls Club Foundation are examples of such organizations. I encourage you to consider making a donation to support their important programs and services. Also consider giving your loved ones gifts that don’t come in fancy wrapping paper or boxes. I’m talking about the gifts of your time, energy and compassion which can

sentative in Victoria. It’s a privilege I don’t take lightly, and I will continue to listen to and address your concerns in 2018 and beyond. I think we all feel blessed to live in a community like Delta South. It’s a beautiful place to live, work and raise a family — and its best feature is undoubtedly its people. I’ve lived here for more than 60 years, and have come to know it as a place where help is never hard to find when needed. That’s especially important at this time of year. As we gather with our families and friends to enjoy each other’s company and a few great meals, let’s think about those who have a harder time finding joy each Christmas.

make the most profound impact on someone’s life. Spending an hour or two in conversation with a lonely relative, or offering to clean house for a friend with a mobility issue, can go a long way. Of course, if you’re one of those people who gets a thrill out of watching someone’s face light up as they unwrap a gift, consider buying local this Christmas. Delta is blessed with so many unique small businesses and talented agri-food producers whose goods make fantastic gifts this time of year. Buying local supports our hardworking entrepreneurs and farm families, as well as our local economy. From my family to yours, Merry Christmas and all the best in 2018!

Chief’s Christmas wish is for people to reach out and bring a smile to the face of those needing support As we draw closer to Christmas, the streets are busy, the shops are full, restaurants are buzzing and there is an energy in the air as we prepare for some time with family and loved ones. While Christmas creates joy and happiness for many, there are some who experience a heightened sense of sadness or loneliness at this time of year. I always brag about what an amazing com-

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In addition to the above the Auxiliary has purchased a Mini C-Arm (photo on the right) cost $82,000. The mini X-Ray machine for the recently opened Orthopedic Surgery Department allows Dr. Matt Lewington, orthopedic surgeon to take images during surgical procedure and provide treatment locally for Delta residents. Looking to the future the Auxiliary provides bursaries for students entering the medical ﬁeld. Yearly six students each receive $l,500.00 and two staff bursaries of $l,000.00 are awarded. In 2017 Mountain View Manor (residential care) received $70,000.00 from the Auxiliary for the loving care and comfort of the residents.

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OWL is dealing with increase in owls suffering from poisoning SANDOR GYARMATI

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Something is poisoning owls. Staff at Delta’s Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (OWL) say they’re seeing increasing cases of birds of prey, particularly barred owls, suffering from poisoning. Several sick owls at the 72nd Street rescue facility are believed to have eaten rats and mice that have ingested rodenticides. Noting rodenticides are something people should avoid using, education coordinator Jen Picker said owls suffering from poisoning has been an ongoing concern, but it seems to be on the upswing with the loss of natural habitat areas, which has resulted in more barred owls seen in urban centres. “It cropped up in Vancouver because there were barred owls being spotted within town, as opposed to a forest. Because of all of the habitat loss, the rodents have nowhere to go, they’ve

gone to the people. And, instead of combatting it, everyone is leaning to poison,” said Picker. “Right now, and Surrey is a prime example, the young owls, once they learn how to catch their own food, have to go get their own territory because the adults hold onto their territory. There’s no territory to go to, Surrey is annihilated. So, Vancouver, like the rest of the PHOTO COURTESY OF OWL Lower Mainland, Staff members at Delta’s is not far. There’s Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation nowhere to go to Society are trying to save this Vancouver either, so barred owl believed to be sufferpeople are seeing ing from rodenticide poisoning. these barred owls take effect, which means perched up on trees rodents will become uncoand buildings on busy ordinated and slow down, streets. It’s those young making them easy prey ones we’re getting in care because the older ones are for raptors. Unfortunately, still holding onto their ter- those raptors then also become ill and it takes ritory in the forests.” Picker said rodenticides them a few days to die. She added birds need aren’t target-specific, so to be found early enough other animals end up to have the best chance, digesting the poisons. however, they can’t get They also take days to

birds at the shelter until they’re unable to fly. Martina Versteeg, a raptor care specialist at OWL, said two birds currently at the facility are suspected of being poisoned and a third just died. “We look for signs of poisoning but even they come in with a broken wing, having hit a window, when they have poison in their body it makes them a little bit slower and their reaction time is less. It’s like they’re drunk and stumble because they’re just not feeling well. In a lot of cases that we have in care, I’m sure most of them have some sort of residue anyway,” she said. “Now, we’re finding really high concentrations. The poisons they’re putting out these days takes longer to kill them and does more damage, so we’re dealing with all generations of rat poisons.” OWL has an information page on its website (http://www.owlrehab. org/dangers/rat-poison/) informing people of the alternatives to using rat poison.

Everyone meet Chipper! Chipper is a 6-7 year old male pitbull mix and 65lbs. He is good with other dogs, but no kitties for him as they are too fun to chase. Chipper was badly abused and is painfully shy. He is never reactive, but when scared can growl asking for space. He is very sweet and would be good in a calm home with not a lot of people coming in and out constantly. He is great with kids, loves to be with them ❤ He needs someone who has the patience to let him come out of his shell at his own pace. He is crate trained, house broken and good on leash. He is medium energy and a good walk a day and snuggles afterwards would suffice. As with all our dogs, he is neutered and up to date on all shots and vaccines. If you think this sweet boy is a good match for you, please email us at pbandchi@gmail.com

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Delta man killed in Richmond crash

Notorious stretch of River Road has been dubbed Misery Mile ALAN CAMPBELL

Ri c h m o n d N e w s

Richmond RCMP are investigating after yet another fatal crash on one of the city’s most notorious stretches of road. At around 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday — at the peak of that morning’s snowfall — police were called to the area of River and No. 8 roads after a report that a car had collided with a hydro pole and slid off the road. On arrival, officers discovered a white 2006 Acura sedan was partially submerged in a ditch. The driver, a 45-year old male from Delta, had managed to escape from the vehicle and his 37-year-old passenger, also from Delta, was rescued with the help of the driver and good Samaritans. However, the passenger, according to police, required life-saving first aid. Both occupants of the car were taken to hospital by paramedics but, by late afternoon, the passenger had succumbed to his injuries. Neither alcohol nor drugs are believed to be factors in the crash, with road conditions being suspected at the moment. The Richmond RCMP Road Safety Unit (RSU) is investigating the fatal accident. If anyone has information or dashcam footage on the incident, police would like you to contact Const. George, of the Richmond RCMP Road Safety Unit, at 604-2781212. Workers in the area have repeatedly called for safety improvements to the stretch of River Road, between No. 7 Road and Westminster Highway, after having to pull stricken drivers from spun-out

cars, over-turned in waterfilled ditches. The Richmond News reported in September how the City of Richmond — contrary to what the majority of area residents wanted — was planning to install 20 “cushioned” speed humps on the exact same section of road in a bid to alleviate major safety issues. Earlier this year, the News reported how, in the last, eastern-most mile of River Road alone, there have been five drivingrelated deaths from 2013 to 2016. One of those deaths was that of 33-year-old cyclist Brad Dean, who was killed in November 2016 after his cycling group was allegedly hit head-on by a car driven by Michael Wing Sing Fan. Fan has since been charged with driving without due care and attention and has yet to make a plea in court. As part of a city-led consultation process about road improvements, residents had called for more police enforcement of the posted 50 km/h speed limit on the stretch, which has long been considered as one of the most dangerous in Richmond, especially for cyclists. Although taking note of the residents’ concerns about noise and safety caused by potential speed humps, city staff cited that car and truck speeds in the area cannot be tempered by enforcement alone. And a report and recommendation, approved by city council, described how the proposed humps have been very effective on the southern stretch of Gilbert Road, close to Dyke Road, without any damage to vehicles, while allowing them to travel at the speed limit. Along with associated

signage, the cost of installing the 20 speed humps is $100,000, which will come from the city’s traffic calming program. As well as the speed humps, the city has already completed installing new “single file” signage and dashed, single yellow road markings. “Caution” signs are also expected to be finished soon, to advise motorists when to expect large volumes of cyclists on the road, usually during weekends. Tragic toll: • Nov. 6, 2016: Cyclist Brad Dean died and two more cyclists were

seriously injured after they were hit head-on by a car travelling east in the 23000-block of River Road. • Dec. 14, 2015: A 47-year-old man died after the car he was driving slammed into the support pillars of a train trestle in the 20000-block of River Road. • Sept. 7, 2014: A driver died after his vehicle flipped over in the 22100-block of River Road and landed upside down in the Fraser. • July 17, 2013: A vehicle carrying four occupants between the ages of 18 to 21 was travelling eastbound in the

PHOTO BY ALAN CAMPBELL/RICHMOND NEWS

A short stretch of River Road has seen more than its share of carnage, including in January of this year when Stefan Junker tried to pull a driver from an overturned, submerged car. The driver subsequently died. 22000-block of River Road when it collided with two

power poles. The 18-yearold female driver died.

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MIKE MAWHORTER Ladner Baptist Church

Christmas rang out their message of peace. It was later put to music and retitled “I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day.” As he thought about his own pain and darkness, he wrote: “And in despair I bowed my head; ‘There is no peace on earth,’ I said; ‘For hate is strong, And mocks the song Of

peace on earth, good-will to men!’” But the poem doesn’t end in despair. He finished with: “Then pealed the bells more loud and deep: ‘God is not dead, nor doth He sleep; The Wrong shall fail, The Right prevail, With peace on earth, good-will to men.’” This is the hope and promise of Christmas. God became one of us. He was born like us, lived with us and died for us. The message that first Christmas night still gives us hope today: “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.” (Luke 2:10–11, NIV) You can reach Mike at mike@ladnerbaptist.ca.

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Around Town Hit the Road debuts on CraveTV

Jason Alexander’s new series, Hit the Road, which was filming at Ian Paton’s farm in Ladner earlier this summer, debuts today on streaming service CraveTV. The show follows a chaotically dysfunctional family of would-be rock/pop stars who travel the country in a cramped tour bus.

Gift wrapping fundraiser

The Delta Secondary Interact Club will be hosting a Christmas gift wrapping fundraiser in support of the Delta Life Skills Society. Gifts will be wrapped by donation on Saturday, Dec. 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Port of Vancouver Community Office in Ladner’s Trenant Park Square.

New Year’s fun at Delta Gymnastics

Kids Night Out New Year’s Eve edition at Delta Gymnastics. Kids can enjoy an evening of jumping, tumbling, fort building and New Year’s Eve celebration and special crafts. Open to children five to 12 years of age from 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Preregistration and membership are required. Cost is $50 per child (third child from the same family is free). Visit www.deltagymnastics.com.

Community dinner in Ladner for Christmas

The Jingle & Mingle Community Dinner is set for Monday, Dec. 25 at the Fishermen’s Hall, 4481 Savoy St., Ladner. Doors at 3:30 and dinner at 5 p.m. Dinner is free. There will be live music by Rachael Chatoor. RSVP by phone at 778-8297296 or 604-728-7070 or via email at shirleybrown4920@gmail.com. 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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Telling a story of her own Ladner’s Ann Westlake writes self-help book on grieving and recovery DAVE WILLIS

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fter years of editing Ladner’s Ann Westlake has published a book of her own. Sudden Arrival: Sudden Departure – The Twin Left Behind a True Story of Loss and Rebirth is a selfhelp book on grieving and recovery with a positive note to it, she explains. The book is based on her own life, says Westlake, whose identical twin sister Kathryn passed away in 1999 at age 45 due to an aneurysm. “I miss her dearly still, but I know I have finished grieving for her not being there,” says Westlake, who has run her own book editing business for 25 years. Westlake spent two years working on the book, which started out as a personal journey. She was sparked to begin the project after seeing a post on Facebook one morning about death. “It woke me up,” says Westlake, who majored in

Ann Westlake drew on personal experience for her new book. English and minored in history while studying at the University of Toronto. “I sat down at the computer and the next thing I

knew I had an outline and 10 chapter titles and the book just kind of grew,” she explains. Westlake has a sign-

ing event scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Black Bond Books in Ladner. For more on the new book visit wcediting.

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com. She also hopes to have an event in early January at the Ladner Pioneer Library.

Glee club has brought joy to Pallan DAVE WILLIS

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After nearly four decades Jane Pallan is stepping away from the Ladner Glee Club. “It’s been a joy in my life. I loved working with all the women,” she says. Pallan, who’s had health issues recently, served as pianist and conductor for the most part. The all-women singing group traditionally performed two concert series a year, one in the springtime and the other in winter. Pallan is unsure whether the group will continue. “I just have fond memories of the whole thing. We practice on Mondays. To get up Monday morning and to go with this lovely group of women to sing has always been a great start to the week, not only

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Jane Pallan (right) has guided the Ladner Glee Club (above) for 37 years. for me but I think for most of the members as well,” says Pallan, now a great grandmother. The club, which has entertained audiences at local care facilities like Westshore Laylum and Mountain View Manor, practiced out of Pallan’s home for many years before holding its rehearsals at Ladner United Church.

She’s also a former music minister at the local church. Singing is good for the mind, body and soul, she says. Liz Miller, a member of the group for 13 years, says it takes a good musical ear and isn’t easy to play the piano and conduct at the same time. Pallan is “very gifted musically,” Miller says.

A18 The Delta Optimist December 22, 2017

Lifestyles

WintertimewondersofMountWashington JANE CASSIE

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While strapped into webbed soles, we waddle over the blanket of freshly fallen snow. Beams from trusty headlamps ignite the way and reflect onto powder pathways that shimmer like glitter. The illumination is augmented by the star-studded sky, and aside from my laborious breathing, the night is still, peaceful and serene. The evening snowshoeing tour is just one of the wintertime wonders that we experience during our visit to Vancouver Island’s year-round destination of Mount Washington. A vast expanse of undulating terrain is specifically designated for the brisk walk in the wilderness, and an additional 55 kilometers of well-groomed track meanders into Strathcona Provincial Park, attracting skiers that range from Nordic neophytes to cross country champions. While hoofing up hills and brushing up to frosted evergreens, my heart rate accelerates and beads of

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A snowshoer enjoys the fresh powder at Mount Washington on Vancouver Island. perspiration trickle from my brow. “This stroll is more like a cardio circuit,” Brent affirms, “and it’s working up a ferocious appetite.” We soon discover that Mount Washington has considered this common after-effect, for when we return to the Raven Lodge, a multi-course fondue feast is served. Table tea lights and a flickering fire cast an inviting glow over the upper floor of the impressive post and beam treasure,

magically transforming it from a daytime bistro to a fine dining establishment. Silver service accompanies sophisticated presentations, and while dipping into Gruyere cheese and Belgium chocolate, we share powder tales with our new snowshoeing comrades. As well as the impressive Nordic facilities, mountain lovers are also drawn to the resort’s 300metre natural luge track, a lift-accessed tube run, two terrain parks, a half pipe

and popular mountaingeared weekend events. Onsite accommodations vary, and whether in search of a cozy chalet, two-storey townhouse or on-slope condo, there’s something in the pool of 3,500 beds to meet the need. A taste of old-world tranquility and charm can be discovered during a stay in the original alpine village, where pedestrian pathways lace between more than 50 hillside residences. Although only accessi-

ble in winter by Snow Cat, bobsled, a pair of boots or skis, kids have a hay day at play while the cars (and their fumes) remain at bay in the lower parking lot. Townhomes and condominiums grace the drive-in accessible routes of the newer alpine village and any one of the multileveled homes that line Foster Lane will provide a truly upscale escape. Runs funnel down to bustling Alpine Lodge where the connecting Bradley Centre takes credit

for being one of the largest ski rental facilities of any B.C. resort. Although skis used to be as comfortable on my feet as a pair of well-worn slippers, the old muscles just don’t seem to be as reliable, or pliable, as they once were. Needless to say, I have my doubts as we prepare for the plunge. Adrenaline rushes through my veins as we buckle, snap, zip-up and then glide. And after prodding through the turnstiles like thoroughbreds at a starting gate, we’re whisked away in six packs and quartets to mile-high summits. A fresh snowfall envelopes the 1,200 acres where 50 ski trails range from broad, scenic cat tracks to steep mogul mine fields. And while escalating to what appears like the heavens, my heart palpates with anticipation of the downward descent. Travel Writers’ Tales is an independent newspaper syndicate that offers professionally written travel articles to newspaper editors and publishers. To check out more, visit www.travelwriterstales.com.

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Community dances once part of Delta social scene

The Delta Museum and Archives Society recently launched Our Delta Stories, a project that asks community members to share their favourite Delta story in 250 words or less. The stories will be posted to the society’s social media pages and website, while some will also be printed in the Optimist. Here’s the latest: Throughout its history, Delta has been a community with a busy social scene. In the 1940s, community dances were regular occurrences sponsored by the IODE, the Kinsmen, the Legion, the Chilukthan Rebecca Lodge and many other community associations and service clubs. Some had themes like the Gingham Dance, the Gay Nineties and the Hayseed Ball. Some celebrated special dates like the IODE’s 1948 New Year’s Eve Ball that had 750 attendees! And some were just plain old dances. They all featured live music including such

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This photo shows a Rebekah dance from 1946 at either the East Delta Hall or the Delta Community Hall. travelling performers as America’s Finest Dance Attraction Maurice Jackson and his famous All-Girl Orchestra. During the war years, the Royal Canadian Air Force sponsored dances at the Boundary Bay Airport. Men stationed at the air training base also attended local events. After the war, Boundary Bay Airport continued to be the site of many social events bringing together the residents

of the Vancouver Wireless Station and the larger Delta community. The photo shows attendees at a Rebekah dance in 1946 at either the East Delta Hall or the Delta Community Hall that stood at the corner of Elliott and Chisholm streets until it burned down in 1968. Note the mezzanine which was a feature of both halls. See anyone you recognize?

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Addyson Murray’s entry was chosen as the best in the 10 – 12 age category in the 28th Annual Optimist Christmas Colouring Contest and will receive a $50 gift certificate from Toys n Tech in Tsawwassen. See inside for the winners in the under 6 and 6 – 9 category. The management and staff wish everyone a merry Christmas.

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The Night Before Christmas Twas the night before Christmas and all through the store The prices were lowered like never before. The sew foam was waiting for just the right home While vinyls and leather were matched for their tone. Tack hammers and pliers were stacked on the shelf With hopes that some trimmer would buy for himself. The roll goods were lined up like little tin men As I walked by so slowly I turned down the bend. I turned very slowly craning by head I saw what I wanted A vinyl in red! I knew it was Christmas tops weren’t in style But springtime would be here in just a short while. I am always impressed

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The 2004 South Delta Invaders girls fastpitch team filled stockings to give to Deltassist.

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Invaders fill stockings for less fortunate

Recognizing there are people in need in the community, members of the 2004 South Delta Invaders girls fastpitch team decided to pool their money to stuff stockings for girls their age.

The girls literally “Invaded” Walmart, stretching their dollars to buy cosmetics, candy, chocolate, scarves, gloves and other special items. They ended up filling six massive stockings that will

be donated to Deltassist to give to families. “Nothing makes me more proud than to see these girls get together to do something for others,” says head coach Ed Selinger. “They had huge

smiles on their faces while they shopped, sorted and then filled the stockings. They learned through this experience that giving is way more rewarding than receiving and that helping others is a gift in itself.”

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Christmas Greetings

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Pianist Pat Rogers (left) got people into the holiday spirit at the annual Ladner Community Kitchen Christmas dinner, once again organized by Jini Aroon (middle).

Record crowd at Community Kitchen Xmas dinner

The eighth annual Christmas dinner organized by the Ladner Community Kitchen drew a record crowd of 140 guests this year. The dinner was held at the Ladner Christian Fellowship and, as usual, emceed by Pastor Danny Stebeck. Sponsored by the Delta police, the event had Delta Police Pipe Band piper Jamie Thomson kick off the evening with his stirring sounds on the pipes, followed by two talented ladies, Lyn Vera-Lay leading the carols and Pat Rogers on piano. Organizer Jini Aroon says she is grateful for the generous support that was offered by many community volunteers and partners. Donors included the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen, Lions Club of Tsawwassen/ Boundary Bay, Delta Secondary Interact Club, Beta Sigma Psi Sorority of Tsawwassen, Thelma Hamilton, Fresh Start Foods Richmond, Grove Crest Farms in Ladner, Save-on-Foods in Ladner and Ladner Safeway. Aroon extends a welldeserved thank you to the dedicated volunteers and donors who support the Ladner Community

Kitchen throughout the year. They are: Jeannette Neutce, Kathy Ross,

Shirley Brown, Lynne Bernat, Lon Scheider, Lise Andres, Jeanne Peloquin,

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Volunteers are the

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Donations pour in late for Women Helping Women Group fills 860 gift bags with self-care items IAN JACQUES

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Happy Holidays and Thank You! The holidays are upon us and one common theme that prevails, whether you are celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah or other special days, is the spirit of giving and receiving. At the Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe, the Harold & Veronica Savage Centre for Supportive Care and the Irene Thomas Hospice, we feel the spirit of giving and receiving all year long. Each day we see the extraordinary generosity of our community, which in turn helps to make a difference in the lives of families, friends and neighbors.

Thank you and Happy Holidays to all our Volunteers and our great community! Holiday Closure Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe will be closed December 24th and will reopen on January 2nd so that our volunteers can enjoy this precious time with friends and family.

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Christmas cheer and the spirit of giving was certainly on display recently at the Ladner Community Centre. Thanks to the generosity of South Deltans, the annual Women Helping Women campaign was a huge success again this year. “This year we received an additional 200 requests and we were a little worried a week away from our packing day as donations had been lower than usual,” said campaign organizer Pindi Mann. “We understand that donors are asked to support many great causes at this time of year and we never want to take away from the good work those groups are doing. We didn’t think we would make our target, but to our amazement, two days before the deadline everything changed.” Mann said they received an incredible amount of donations so not only did they meet their target, but were able to exceed it by making a total of 860 gift bags loaded with self-care items. The bags were distributed to 26 programs/facilities in Delta, Richmond, Surrey, Langley, Abbotsford, Mission and Vancouver. “We are so very grateful for the support we receive from our community,” she said. “Donors giving one item or a box full of items, merchants sponsoring donation collection boxes, seniors making bracelets

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Women Helping Women campaign volunteers put together a whopping 860 gift bags at the Ladner Community Centre. or knitting slippers, high school students and young teams taking up collections — it is just incredible how this cause resonates with people.” The Ladner Community Centre served as the location for packing all the gift bags. Mann said they had applied for a grant to help pay for the rental costs, but that fell through. Fortunately, a local business stepped up and helped pay for the rental. The goal of the Women

Helping Women campaign is simple — to give a gift of self-care to a woman, mother, sister or daughter going through a tough time in her life. “As beautiful as the holidays are for most of us, they can be incredibly sad for those that that find themselves in a less than ideal situation,” added Mann. “Sometimes all you need to keep going in your struggle is just a little boost, something to make you feel good, even if just for a day.”

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Christmas Greetings Stockings filled for kids

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More than 300 stockings were filled this holiday season through the 21st annual Stockings For Kids program. Sponsored by the merchants of Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall and Century Group, the program made an appeal to the community to help sponsor a stocking, fill it with appropriate new gifts and return it to the mall for distribution by Deltassist Family and Community Services.

Toys and Tunes event benefits Deltassist’s Toy Depot

Last month’s Toys and Tunes event raised approximately $5,000 and a load of toys for Deltassist. “It went really well,” says organizer Angela Hurst.

The event saw six bands perform at the Tsawwassen Legion as well as a silent auction. The bands included Keelhaul, Bootleg, Southside Vibe, West of

Memphis, 17 West and All the Kings Men. Hurst expressed thanks to Ladner and Tsawwassen businesses that supported the silent auction as well as the Legion for hosting

the fundraiser. Deltassist runs an annual Toy Depot program to ensure children from low-income Delta families have gifts under the tree on Christmas morning.

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For the past 20 years volunteers at the Ladner Community Police Station have collected donations to put together a Christmas food and gifts hamper for a needy family in Ladner. Pictured from left are: Pauline Kot, Graham Parker, Delta police Const. Ken Kirk, Janice Christian, Seva Aujala, Kathryn Adams and Theresa McDermid. “The holiday season will be a bit brighter for a deserving Ladner family as a result of the generosity of our community volunteers,” said Kirk. “It’s definitely a nice feeling to be able to give back to the community.”

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Delta Secondary Interact Club members (from left) Katie, Kate, Julianne and Tal show some of the gifts they wrapped by donation last Saturday in a fundraiser for the Delta Life Skills Society. Club members will be back at the Port of Vancouver community office in Ladner’s Trenant Park Square tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to wrap more gifts for shoppers.

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Christmas Greetings

Merry Christmas!

Santa makes a feathered friend at OWL

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Happy Holidays

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Santa paid a visit to the Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society’s headquarters in East Ladner earlier this month where he met up with a feathered friend for the OWL I Want for Christmas fundraiser.

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Christmas Greetings Frosty and friend

Five-year-old Jon Martin of Ladner won the Under 6 age category in our 28th annual Christmas Colouring Contest. He wins prizes from Toys + Tech in Tsawwassen.

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Christmas Greetings Decked out for the holidays

Six-year-old Sienna of Tsawwassen won the 6-9 age category in our 28th annual Christmas Colouring Contest. She wins prizes from Toys + Tech in Tsawwassen.

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B10 The Delta Optimist December 22, 2017

Happy Holidays

Christmas Greetings

from Mayor Lois E. Jackson and Delta Council

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The Fraser Valley Regional Library is once again running its Food for Fines campaign to help fill food bank shelves.

Library users reduce their fines by helping feed those in need

Fraser Valley Regional Library’s popular annual Food for Fines campaign is back as library patrons take advantage of the opportunity to reduce fines and help feed the community in the process. From Dec. 15 to Jan. 21, library users can “pay” their fines with food. They can bring in commercially packaged, unexpired, non-perishable food items to any FVRL branch and have their fines reduced. One food item equals

$2 in fines/fees, and up to $30 in fines/fees owed per library account can be cleared during the campaign. All items collected will be donated to the local area food bank. “FVRL’s top priorities include building meaningful community partnerships and reducing barriers for customers,” says Heather Scoular, director of customer experience. “Now in its fourth year, the campaign is a great opportunity for custom-

ers to reduce or eliminate their fines while supporting their local community food banks in the process. Last year our customers generously donated 13,375 food items, and in turn we cleared approximately $27,000 worth of fines.” Local pantries are especially in need of rice, flour, powdered baby formula, peanut butter and jams, pasta and sauces, canned fruit and vegetables, canned and dry soups, canned fish/meat and cereal.

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The Delta Music Makers brought some holiday cheer to the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre in Ladner earlier this month when they performed A Family Christmas.

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Santa heard what’s on the Christmas lists of some four-legged locals when he made his annual stop at Pets-N-Us in Tsawwassen earlier this month. Proceeds from photos with Santa were donated to the PB & Chi Dog Rescue.

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Brownies and Guides of Ladner and Tsawwassen delivered crafts and baked gifts to seniors receiving Meals on Wheels to brighten their holiday season. Here, Abby (left), Leila, Sophia and Desiree prepare packages for delivery.

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Christmas Greetings

Never stop believing in Santa

Optimist reader John Ratcliff had the Christmas spirit strike in October when he penned this poem. He says this outburst of sentimentality from a curmudgeonly sort who doesn’t even put up a Christmas tree suprised even himself, but the memories of being a child and feeling the love and hopes that

Christmas brought have, for some reason, bubbled up from his subconscious, causing him to look back fondly but somewhat regretfully on the past, knowing those moments won’t be relived. Ratcliff hopes someone might find some inspiration from reading his Christmas poem.

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Christmas Greetings Mall glitters for tree lighting ceremony

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Tsawwassen Mills hosted a Glitter & Glam tree lighting event last month that also featured live entertainment, holiday activities and festive treats.

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Que la Paix et la Beauté de la Saison des Fêtes vous accompagnent tout au long de l’année qui vient!

Everything’s pointing to a great season, but it just wouldn’t be Christmas if we didn’t get the chance to express our gratitude to all of our patrons and friends. Merry Christmas and sincere thanks from all of us.

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PACIFIC JUNIOR HOCKEY Tom Shaw Conference W L T OTL Pts Delta 26 2 0 1 53 Richmond 20 5 1 2 43 North Van 18 8 0 3 39 Grandview 18 11 1 2 39 Port Moody 8 19 0 1 17 Harold Brittain Conference R. Meadows 20 10 1 0 41 Abbotsford 18 9 1 3 40 Mission 12 17 0 0 24 Aldergrove 9 15 1 2 21 Langley 9 18 1 2 21 Surrey 1 28 0 1 3 Scores Delta 3 Delta 6

Abbotsford 1 R. Meadows 1

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL Fraser Valley Girls West Tier One W L Pts Semiahmoo 4 0 8 Sullivan Heights 1 1 2 Earl Marriott 1 2 2 Panorama Ridge 0 1 0 Delta 0 2 0 Tier Two Division C Tamanawis Seaquam Johnston Heights South Delta Scores Marriott 54

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Pacific Standard Time. Height in feet SATURDAY, DEC. 23 2:45 am 3.9 10:30 am 14.4 4:59 pm 10.2 8:24 pm 10.8 SUNDAY, DEC. 24 3:23 am 4.9 11:04 am 14.4 5:54 pm 9.5 9:34 pm 10.2 MONDAY, DEC. 25 4:06 am 5.9 11:38 am 14.4 6:44 pm 8.5 11:07 pm 9.8 TUESDAY, DEC. 26 4:06 am 5.9 11:38 am 14.4 6:44 am 8.5 11:07 pm 9.8 WEDNESDAY, DEC. 27 4:56 am 6.9 12:14 am 14.1 7:29 pm 7.5 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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PHOTO BY MARK BOOTH

Olivia Malesku looks for an open teammate during Tuesday’s 54-46 home court loss to the Earl Marriott Mariners in Fraser Valley West Tier One girls basketball action. The Grade 11 guard is part of a promising group at the Ladner school.

YoungPacersdiveintodeepwater Delta senior girls playing in Fraser Valley top tier for first time in 6 years MARK BOOTH

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The Delta Pacers have ventured where no local senior girls team has gone in the last six years — to the deep waters of Fraser Valley basketball. The Ladner school is competing at the Tier One level for the first-time since 2011, hoping a promising group will benefit from a diet that will include some of the top teams in the province. The Pacers opened regular season play with a 94-40 loss to No. 10 ranked Semiahmoo. The West League also includes No. 7 Sullivan Heights. Delta did hang tough with Earl Marriott on Tuesday night, dropping a 54-46 decision. Victories are expected to be few and far between but the potential growth outweighs racking up wins at the Tier Two level, especially with a roster that features just three seniors and has players as young as Grade 8. “I think we decided Tier One because we are young and we are hoping to learn a lot this year knowing we would have some tough teams and tough games,” explained longtime DSS teacher and coach Kerrie Trotman. “These girls play with their hearts out regardless of the score. Tonight it was close and the other game against Semi we were down by a lot and they still played with heart until the

end.” Trotman has come up with a strong group of Grade 11s that enjoyed a solid season in junior a year ago, that even included being listed in the provincial rankings at one point. She is joined on the bench by former Pacer standout Ryan Cowley who guided the senior team in Tier Two a year ago. The day after the Pacers declared they would enter the top tier, Trotman learned Hanna Hansen required knee surgery. The key Grade 11 forward might have provided the difference in the loss to Marriott. They are hoping to have her back in mid-January. However, her loss has meant other players have had to step up. Trotman praised the play of Grade 10 Abbey Wigglesworth who has done a commendable job in the paint. Hansen and go-to guard Olivia Malesku are part of the most talented athletic group to come through the school in some time. The pair are also standout fastpitch players who helped the Delta Heat win the U16 Canadian championship last summer. “These girls are competitive and that’s what we saw last year,” continued Trotman. “Even the three Grade 12s that played tier two have already progressed greatly just by playing Tier One.” Where this team ends up over the next couple of seasons is uncertain.

As much as the girls will benefit from the Tier One experience, Trotman is well aware of the culture created by the top programs in the Fraser Valley. Those players are also involved at the club level and are playing year round. Semiahmoo’s roster features almost exclusively Grade 9 and 10 players after winning the Grade 8 provincial championship last spring in dominating fashion. Trotman knows her players will never be able to make that kind of commitment with their involvement in other sports. It’s the same scenario when the last promising group came through DSS and included her daughter Megan. However, she is convinced it’s the right route to be going. “You can play tier one and get beat but your competitive. In tier two, you might have the top team competitive with you but then there is such a drop off. You win those lopsided games and you are not really getting better,” she added. At the buzzer… The Pacers settled for third place in last week’s Delta Cup Tournament at Seaquam after dropping a 51-45 decision to eventual champion North Delta in the semi-finals. Delta coughed the ball up 18 times in the opening half and fell behind 16-2 before its comeback bid fell just short. The Pacers defeated South Delta 56-41 for third.

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December 22, 2017 The Delta Optimist A21

Sports

Stubbs off to Pinehurst after capturing qualifier

PHOTO BY MARK BOOTH

South Delta Midget A1 Storm battled Hollyburn on Tuesday night in PCAHA Flight Two action. The Storm head across the Fraser River next week for the 37th annual Richmond International Bantam Tournament.

An impressive win in California last month has earned Tsawwassen junior golfer Sierra Stubbs a spot in next summer’s USKids Teen World Golf Championship at the world-renowned Pinehurst Resort. The Grade 8 student at South Delta Secondary recorded a two-shot victory at the Monterey Challenge, holding off American Kathryn Robinson and Carla Alvarez Perez of Panama. An impressive opening round 2-over 74 gave Stubbs a four-shot lead and paved her way to victory. She was the lone Canadian in the field. That will send her back to Pinehurst for the second straight year. She was in North Carolina for the USKids World Junior Golf Tournament last summer where she placed 15th in the 12-Year-Old Division in a field of 121 international players. Stubbs credits her improved play and continued enjoyment of the game to being part of the SDSS Golf Academy, based out of the Beach Grove Golf Club.

Storm well-represented at Richmond International

South Delta Midget A1 Storm are among five local teams set to participate in the 37th annual Richmond International Bantam Midget Hockey Tournament starting on Boxing Day. The Storm capped a memorable run a year ago with a thrilling 4-3 overtime win over the Seafair Islanders to capture the 20-team Tier One Division. This season, the Storm will compete in Midget Tier 2 which features 16-teams. South Delta currently sits with a 2-7-3 record in Pacific Coast

Amateur’s Second Flight. The Storm will open round-robin play on Tuesday afternoon against Burnaby Minor A2. They will take on the Alaska Blue Devils Wednesday, Mission Arizona U16 Thursday and Vancouver Minor A1 Friday. South Delta Minor’s top two Bantam teams will also be in Richmond next week. The Bantam A1s are part of the 10-team Tier One Division with games against Coquitlam A1, Alaska All-Stars, Delta Hockey Academy’s Bantam Varsity team and Golden

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A26 The Delta Optimist December 22, 2017 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

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LISTEd @ $1,278,800 922 51A STREET

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

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

December 22, 2017 The Delta Optimist A27 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

STREET LEVEL OFFICE SPACE W G NE TIN LIS

3 BEDROOM END UNIT AT FAIRWINDS

• 613 sq ft, custom built unit • 3 separate work areas, reception,

W G NE TIN LIS

• 1591 sq ft townhome • 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

and bathroom

• Incredible amenities

• Custom furniture & built in shelving

• Golf course view

• Prime location in the heart of Fort Langley 5-9124 GLOVER ROAD

47-5550 ADMIRAL WAY, LADNER

$850,000

DESIRABLE PORT GUICHON LOCATION W G NE TIN S I L

• 1522 sq ft home on 7131 sq ft lot • 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

$859,900

RENOVATED FAMILY HOME WITH DETACHED OFFICE W G NE TIN S I L

• 2787 sq ft home on 6096 sq ft lot • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Sunny, fenced South facing yard

• Stunning renovation throughout

• Close to Ladner Village

• Bonus outbuilding for home office, studio, etc.

4520 SAVOY STREET, LADNER

9248 116A STREET, DELTA

$888,000

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FAMILY HOME IN GREAT LOCATION W G NE TIN LIS

• 2327 sq ft home on 4415 sq ft lot • 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

4 BEDROOM HOME IN GREAT LOCATION

W G NE TIN LIS

• Updated kitchen with granite & SS • Close to shops, recreation, and schools

• 2171 sq ft home on 12,060 sq ft lot • 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

O JUST S

LISTED @ $1,349,900 1107 WALALEE DRIVE

#7 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA 2016**

wrap around deck

STUNNING FAMILY HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• 2554 sq ft home on 5648 sq ft lot • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Substantially updated throughout

• Extensively renovated throughout

• Private outdoor space with huge patio

• Beautiful kitchen with SS & granite

20481 46TH AVENUE

4875 LINDEN DRIVE, LADNER

$1,099,900

LISTED @ $1,098,800 830 ENGLISH BLUFF ROAD

• South facing yard and

$1,098,800

BEAUTIFUL MOSSEY ESTATES HOME

OLD

• 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

5456 6A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

$1,098,800

JUST S

• 2261 sq ft home on 6792 sq ft lot

• Minutes to all amenities

4929 54 STREET, LADNER

W G NE TIN S I L

$999,900

$1,158,800

OLD

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $629,900 5-5600 LADNER TRUNK ROAD

LISTED @ $850,000 60-5550 ADMIRAL WAY

LISTED @ $1,088,800 1438 VILLAGE GREENS WYND

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $709,000 5251 REGATTA WAY

LISTED @ $1,178,800 253 49 STREET

LISTED @ $998,800 5243 WALNUT PLACE

JUST S

#17 RE/MAX® TEAM WORLDWIDE 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.

A28 The Delta Optimist December 22, 2017 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

4 BEDROOM HOME ON LARGE 10,000+ SQFT LOT W G NE TIN LIS

• 2165 sq ft home on 10,021 sq ft lot • 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

UPDATED RANCHER ON LARGE LOT W G NE TIN S I L

• 1574 sq ft home on 8977 sq ft lot • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

• Updated throughout

• Tastefully updated throughout

• Stunning entertainer’s outdoor area

• Bonus custom built outbuilding

5568 8A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

4894 11A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

$1,158,800

$1,188,800

CEDAR HILLS FAMILY HOME W G NE TIN S I L

LOVELY FAMILY HOME ON 10,000 SQ FT LOT

• 4034 sq ft home on 9206 sq ft lot • 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms

W G NE TIN S I L

• 3136 sq ft home on 10,706 sq ft lot • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Beautifully updated kitchen

• Updates throughout

• Large suite for family or guests

• Steps to Ladner Village

12229 98A AVENUE

4651 ARTHUR DRIVE, LADNER

$1,199,900

$1,250,000

RANCHER STYLE HOME IN “THE VILLAGE”

PEBBLE HILL FAMILY HOME

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W G NE TIN LIS

• 3177 sq ft home on 9375 sq ft lot • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

W G NE TIN LIS

• 2081 sq ft home on 8546 sq ft lot • 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Upgraded throughout incl. new kitchen

• Lovely updates throughout

• Beautiful garden with fruit trees

• Quiet, cul-de-sac location

1170 EHKOLIE CRESCENT, TSAWWASSEN

5289 3A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

$1,258,800

$1,358,800

FULLY RENOVATED RANCHER-STYLE HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• 3333 sq ft home on 8990 sq ft lot • 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

RENOVATED FAMILY HOME IN BEACH GROVE W G NE TIN S I L

• 2752 sq ft home on 5549 sq ft lot • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Rancher style with

• Stunning Westcoast inspired

walk out basement

renovation

• Updated throughout

• Family friendly Beach Grove area

5113 WILSON DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN

5976 KIRKWOOD ROAD, TSAWWASSEN

$1,535,000

JUST S

OLD

JUST S

OLD

$1,538,800

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $429,900 210-4768 53 STREET

LISTED @ $1,249,900 4613 54 STREET

LISTED @ $848,800 5526 6A AVENUE

LISTED @ $1,198,800 1165 50B STREET

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $1,549,900 614 BLUEGROUSE PLACE

LISTED @ $399,900 101-4926 48 AVENUE

LISTED @ $1,398,800 322-6505 3 AVENUE

LISTED @ $1,178,800 6642 LONDON DRIVE

#1 TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA 2016*

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

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

December 22, 2017 The Delta Optimist A29 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

STUNNING EXECUTIVE HOME IN VICTORY SOUTH W G NE TIN LIS

• 3191 sq fb hdme df 6677 sq fb gdb • 4 bedcddms pgus def, 5 blbhcddms

FantaStic DEVEloPMEnt oPPortUnity W G NE TIN LIS

• 2102 sq fb hdme df 15,521 sq fb gdb • 3 bedcddms, 3 blbhcddms

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5383 LAUREL DRIVE, LADNER

11568 PEMBErton crEScEnt, DElta

$1,638,800

$1,649,900

1.5 acrE ParcEl witH rS4 zoning! • 2577 sq fb hdme df 1.5 lkce gdb • 3 bedcddms, 3 blbhcddms

LOVELY CUL-DE-SAC FAMILY HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• 3184 sq fb hdme df 7395 sq fb gdb • 4 bedcddms, 3 blbhcddms

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4016 W RIVER ROAD, LADNER

5169 HEron Bay cloSE, laDnEr

$1,698,800

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OVER 5,000 SQ.FT. OF LUXURY WITH VIEWS!

• 5480 sq fb hdme df 7099 sq fb gdb • 4 bedcddms, 4 blbhcddms

STUNNING LUXURY HOME

W G NE TIN LIS

• 4791 sq fb hdme df 12,058 sq fb gdb • 5 bedcddms, 5 blbhcddms

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344 ROSEHILL WYND, TSAWWASSEN

11337 159B StrEEt

$1,888,000

$1,988,800

BEaUtiFUl nEw HoME in PEBBlE Hill W G NE TIN S I L

$1,738,800

• 4798 sq fb hdme df 7782 sq fb gdb • 5 bedcddms, 6 blbhcddms

cUStoM BUilt EXEcUtiVE HoME W G NE TIN S I L

• 5275 sq fb hdme df 8708 sq fb gdb • 6 bedcddms, 6 blbhcddms

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5173 2 AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

5127 1A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

$2,268,800

$2,288,800

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $1,88,800 5355 4 AVENUE

LISTED @ $1,250,000 4997 57A STREET

LISTED @ $399,900 101-5472 11 AVENUE

JUST S

OLD

LISTED @ $1,688,800 5713 RIVER ROAD

#7 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA 2016**

JUST S

OLD

LISTED @ $1,288,800 4598 WEARE STREET

JUST S

OLD

LISTED @ $$479,900 212-4770 52A STREET, LADNER

OLD

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $1,798,800 4876 DOGWOOD DRIVE

LISTED @ $1,258,800 5253 11A AVENUE

#17 RE/MAX® TEAM WORLDWIDE 2016***

A30 The Delta Optimist December 22, 2017 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

CUSTOM HOME IN PRESTIGIOUS PANORAMA RIDGE W G NE TIN LIS

• 6736 sq ft home on nearly half an acre

STUNNING WATERFRONT HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• 3141 sq ft home with 5283 sq ft lot

• 9 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms

• 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

• Stunning executive home

• Stunning 1 year old float home

• Highly desirable neighbourhood

• Breathtaking views

5481 123 STREET

4407 W RIVER ROAD, LADNER

$2,398,800

POTENTIALLY SUB-DIVIDABLE 20,000 + SQ FT LOT W G NE TIN S I L

• 2446 sq ft home on 20,440 sq ft lot

$2,588,000

33,000 SQ FT + LOT WITH SUBDIVISION POTENTIAL W G NE TIN S I L

• 2440 sq ft home on 33,204 sq ft lot

• 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Potentially subdividable lot

• Potential for 4 lot subdivision

• Great location

• Quiet residential area

4959 LINDEN DRIVE, LADNER

10890 79 AVENUE, DELTA

$2,598,800

$2,600,000

BEAUTIFUL FLOAT HOME WITH LAND

WATERFRONT HOME WITH STUNNING VIEWS

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W G NE TIN S I L

• 2506 sq ft home on 8182 sq ft lot • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

W G NE TIN LIS

• 2700 sq ft home with 5954 sq ft lot • 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms • Stunning water & mountain views

• Ultra high-end appointments • Open concept with floor to ceiling

• Close to everything

windows

4395 W RIVER ROAD, LADNER

862 TSAWWASSEN BEACH RD, TSAWWASSEN

$2,788,800

2009-BUILT LUXURY RESIDENCE WITH STUNNING OCEAN VIEWS! W G NE TIN S I L

• 3219 sq ft home on 7393 sq ft lot • 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms

9.5 ACRES ON PRESTIGIOUS ARTHUR DRIVE W G NE TIN S I L

• 1922 sq ft home on 9.5 acres • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

• High quality craftsmanship

• Separate guest home

throughout

• Multiple barns and workshop

• Stunning ocean views with decks all levels 140 GRAHAM DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN

3749 ARTHUR DRIVE, LADNER

$3,299,900

$3,388,800

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $339,900 202-5518 14 AVENUE

LISTED @ $1,199,900 5122 LINDEN DRIVE

LISTED @ $1,298,800 1710 FARRELL CRESCENT

LISTED @ $1,398,800 5248 PATON DRIVE

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $1,398,800 4880 55B STREET

LISTED @ $898,800 4791 44B AVENUE

LISTED @ $409,900 116-4770 52A STREET

LISTED @ $499,900 9-4925 ELLIOTT STREET

#1 TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA 2016*

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

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

December 22, 2017 The Delta Optimist A31 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

STUNNING 4.8 ACRE LAKEFRONT PROPERTY NE

• 4.8 acre estate on Skaha Lake

ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY NE

• 3190 sq ft home on 1.25 acre lot

• Lakefront property with

• 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms

private beach

• Stunning Japanese Garden

• Create stunning residential estates

• Award winning property

• In the heart of Wine Country LOT A KALEDEN

21004 43 AVENUE

$5,888,000

BEAUTIFUL HOME ON 25 ACRES! • 3330 sq ft home on 24.75 acres

$5,888,000

STUNNING HOME ON 6 ACRES WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS NE

• 7517 sq ft home on 6 acres

• 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms

• Custom built home

• Stunning, Westcoast inspired design

• Established blueberry farm

• Views of Ocean, Mountains, and Vancouver

2447 56 STREET, LADNER

3127 NORTHWOOD ROAD

$5,998,800

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PRIME LAND ASSEMBLY OPPORTUNITY!

• Developer/Investor alert

STUNNING 55 ACRE CUSTOM ESTATE

• Fantastic loaction

• Adjacent to Winskill Park • Close to all amenities

• 3385 sq ft home on 55 acres • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Beautiful estate property • Views of farmland and mountains

3200 WESTHAM ISLAND ROAD, LADNER

CONTACT FOR MORE INFO, TSAWWASSEN

$7,888,800

$6,993,000

23 ACRE PARCEL NEAR INDUSTRIAL CORRIDOR • 23 acres with 3 livable homes

$6,588,800

BEAUTIFUL 89 ACRE PROPERTY NE

• 2056 sq ft home on 89 acres

• Adjacent to DeltaPort Highway

• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

• Close to new industrial park • Currently an equestrian centre

• Close to Highway 99 & US border • Potential for large scale agri-business

2990 57B STREET, LADNER

4218 KING GEORGE BLVD

$11,500,000

$12,998,800

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $1,368,800 5314 10A AVENUE

LISTED @ $1,288,800 6308 49 AVENUE

LISTED @ $1,588,800 4361 RIVER ROAD W

LISTED @ $429,900 304-1428 56 STREET

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $859,900 245 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE

LISTED @ $1,298,800 6159 CRESCENT PLACE

LISTED @ $879,900 4804 CANNERY CRESCENT

LISTED @ $1,698,800 4941 FENTON DRIVE

#7 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA 2016**

#17 RE/MAX® TEAM WORLDWIDE 2016***

A32 The Delta Optimist December 22, 2017

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#1 TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA 2016*

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

#7 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA 2016**

#17 RE/MAX® TEAM WORLDWIDE 2016*** RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta BC V4M 2B3

*Based on total REBGV MLS sales to date October 13 2017. *Based on total REBGV MLS sales 2016. **For total residential and commercial transactions combined of all RE/MAX® sales associates 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.

December 22, 2017 The Delta Optimist A33

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REALTOR®

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REALTOR®

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From our families to yours, wishing you the very best of the season! Thank you for your continued business and referrals this year!

www.fraserelliott.com RE/MAX Progroup Realty

Austen

REALTOR®

A34 The Delta Optimist December 22, 2017

5555 Tidewater Bay, Ladner $709,000

4251 Arthur Drive, Ladner $1,298,000

4631 Garry Street, Ladner $1,998,000

61 Alpenwood Lane, Tsawwassen $1,188,000

105’ frontage x 164’ deep (17,699 sq. ft.) lot | 2,427 sq. ft. | Rancher with separate 1,000+ sq.ft. studio | Steps to town centre, recreation & Parks | Build your dream home upto 5,400 sq.ft. or future potential for 2 lots or more!

5075 6th Avenue, Tsawwassen $1,980,000

5304 Pleasant Way, Ladner $1,388,000

5363 Spetifore Crescent, Tsawwassen $1,428,000

#2 – 15355 26 Avenue, South Surrey $589,000

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4886 56th Street, Ladner

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4703 Wesley Drive, Tsawwassen

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#12 - 4748 54A Street, Ladner

SOL

1260 Morris Crescent, Tsawwassen

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This is Southwind! | 4 bedrooms | Plus flex room – spacious floor plan | Updated kitchen Double tandem garage | Private entry.

5053 Cedar Springs Drive, Tsawwassen

SOL

4586 61 Street, Ladner

SOL

336 52nd Street, Tsawwassen

SOL

4593 54th Street, Ladner

SOL

4922 63A Street, Ladner

December 22, 2017 The Delta Optimist A35

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His unwavering love for Alice was apparent even until his last days where he was holding her hand in his hospital bed, squeezing so hard she said “wow, you must still really like me” they both laughed, and she had to pull one of her hands away to wipe a tear of happiness.

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Merrick Edward Groom 1926 - 2017 Sadly on December 8th, 2017 Merrick strolled out of our lives. He always could make anyone laugh. He always joked about the funny side of life. He was born in Norwich, England where he grew up. He became well educated and was very athletic enjoying soccer. He met his future wife Muriel on the dance floor. They both worked at Jarrold Printing Company. After flying glider airplanes in the R.A.F. during the Second World War Merrick and Muriel married in 1950 in Regina, Saskatchewan. They became Canadian citizens. They loved Canada and especially British Columbia where they settled to raise three children. Merrick worked for the Vancouver Sun newspaper and the Typographical Union. After retirement Merrick enjoyed curling, golf, lawn bowling and bridge with the Tsawwassen and Ladner clubs. He enjoyed travelling back to England and trips to the Bahamas, Bermuda and Hawaii. He will be missed by many. Merrick was predeceased by his wife Muriel in 2004. He is survived by his daughters Susan (Loyd), Melanie (Andy), his son David (Josee), grandchildren Dean, Shannon, Jonathan, Anne Marie, Amanda (Peter), great grandchildren Ryan and Wesley. A Private celebration was held by the Family.

It’s not where you go, it’s who you go with. Gord and Alice traveled the world, and were fortunate enough to do it with some amazing people. Not only did they touch down on most of the continents of the world, they were named honorary citizens in Barbados.

Gord will be deeply missed, but the lessons in kindness, generosity, and love that he so wisely gifted us with will live on in his family and friends forever. Thank you Gump, keep watching out for us.

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Gord was immensely proud of the time that he spent in the Air Force as well as his long career with Air Canada, but more than anything his pride came from his family and the love of his wife Alice. They were blessed with two beautiful daughters that were born and raised in Winnipeg with the love and attention of their many aunts and uncles.

Although his health did not allow him to keep up with the long walks on the Tsawwassen dyke that he loved so much, his face always lit up when his kids, grand kids and great-grand kids entered a room. Even at the age of 93 he could often be found lying on the living room floor playing cars with his great-grand kids.

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Victoria Mu Ying Shak (Chung) peacefully passed away at Delta Hospital on December 10, 2017. She is predeceased by her father Chuck Chung and mother Mary Lee. She is survived by her beloved husband Kelvin Shak of 32 years, her brothers Winch Chung (Janet) and Larry Young, her sisters Frances and Joyce Chung, her nephew Darin Chung, nieces Lisa and Cheryl Chung, and many more great nieces and nephews. Those who knew Victoria (Vicky), knew she had the biggest heart and was friendly with everyone and loved to talk. Donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Celebration of life to be on January 21, 2017 at the Fishermen’s Hall 1pm-5pm.

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OLDHAVER, Anne E. June 20, 1934 - December 4, 2017 Anne passed away on Dec. 4, 2017 at the age of 83. She leaves behind daughters Jacqueline and Louise, and grandchildren Steven, Joanna, Nathan, and Matthew. Born in Winnipeg, Anne moved with her family to Osoyoos, BC, to Streetsville, ON, and then back to Kelowna where she met her husband Alvin Oldhaver. Anne co-owned a service station with Al in Tsawwassen and was involved in the Tsawwassen Business Association and in the Ladner Lions Club. Anne loved to help make her world a better place - working to get the Farm Training Center started in East Delta, being part of the May Day committee in Ladner, chairing the Tsawwassen Sun Festival and the Miss Tsawwassen Pageant. In 1985 the Delta Chamber of Commerce awarded Anne and Al “Good Citizen of the Year”. In retirement, Anne and Al enjoyed being snowbirds in Arizona. After Al passed away, Anne resumed her community service as Chair of the McKee Senior’s Society, tirelessly raising funds to build McKee Senior’s Recreation Center and enjoying her Thursday nights with “Jammers”. Anne’s optimism and cheerfulness will be missed by us all.

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful mother Dorothy after a courageous battle with cancer on December 10, 2017. Predeceased by her husband Len Fraser, parents Paul & Veronica Ross, sister Emma and niece Debbie, Dorothy is survived by her children Lee (Callum), Sandy (Dan), Doug (Gretchen), Wendy (Darren) and Vicki, her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, many extended family and friends. Dorothy was born in Meadow Lake SK where she grew up on a farm with her loving family of 9. She moved to Prince George where she met the love of her life, our Dad Len. Growing up in PG then Richmond, our home was a place of laughter, mischief and unconditional love. All our friends wanted to hang out at our house due to Dorothy’s warm and loving nature. She always had time for sewing, knitting and especially her family. She eventually settled in Ladner many years ago and lived with, and was cared for by Vicki until her untimely death. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018 in Ladner (details TBA). In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Delta Lifeskills Society or a charity of your choice. Delta Funeral Home (604) 946-6040

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