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Ladner bird count No. 2 again

Tops in Canada five times in a six-year span, local count has been second three years running SANDOR GYARMATI

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The Ladner Christmas Bird Count is a bridesmaid once again. Participants in the annual international count, which dates back here to the 1950s, spotted 139 species, which puts Ladner behind Victoria for the national crown for the third year in a row. Birders in B.C.’s capital city counted 144 species, reportedly the highest number there since 2006. Ladner owned or shared the

Canadian title five times in a six-year span between 2009 and 2014, with volunteers spotting as many as 146 species one year, but in the last three years the count has failed to hit the 140 species mark. Local organizer Jude Grass said this week she is still waiting for results from a couple of volunteers, so the total for the Ladner count, held Saturday, Dec. 23, could still go higher. Each Christmas Bird Count is conducted on a single day between Dec. 14 and Jan. 5. They’re carried out within a

24-kilometre diameter circle that stays the same from year to year. The Ladner edition had volunteers checking areas throughout South Delta, the landfill, as well as Point Roberts and parts of southern Richmond. It was the 118th year for the counts, an ongoing project of the National Audubon Society in the United States and coordinated in Canada by Bird Studies Canada. The Delta Naturalists, who usually take part in the count, were in two groups this time, combing various areas and spotting 71 species and 18,031 total

birds. It was a cold, clear day with ice on the shore, according to Delta Naturalists’ Terrance Carr, who noted there were thousands of ducks and geese in the bay and flocks of shorebirds. Both groups saw a red-breasted sapsucker, one of which was in the same tree as last year near the former Boundary Beach Elementary. Other birds spotted in varying numbers included Anna’s hummingbirds, bushtits, northern flickers, downy woodpeckers, Steller’s jays, a Bewick’s wren, Pacific wrens, a marsh

wren, golden-crowned kinglets, ruby-crowned kinglets, cedar waxwings, American goldfinches, pine siskins, Brewer’s blackbirds, bald eagles, barn owls at Earthwise Farm, northern harriers, red-tailed hawks, a sharpshinned hawk, a Cooper’s hawk, peregrine falcons and a northern shrike. The Point Roberts sub-area had 87 species, including a white-throated sparrow and over 30 red crossbills. There were 561 eagles spotted at the Vancouver Landfill, while no snowy owls were seen.

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Species spotted during the Ladner Christmas Bird Count included (from left) the red-winged blackbird, red-breasted sapsucker and fox sparrow.

Delta man involved in head-on collision with police officer in Blaine IAN JACQUES

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A Delta man escaped injury following a collision with a Blaine Police Department cruiser on New Year’s Eve.

According to a Washington State Patrol (WSP) press release, officer Michael Munden was travelling in his marked police cruiser northbound on State Route 543 around 2:30 p.m. The officer attempted to pull a

U-turn by turning into the right lane and immediately turned left and was hit by the 49-year-old Delta man who was driving a 1996 red minivan. According to the WSP, the vehicles nearly collided head-

light-to-headlight in a head-on fashion. The officer sustained minor injuries and was taken to a nearby medical centre as a precaution, while the Delta man was uninjured. The officer should be

back on shift later this week. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation. No charges will be laid in the crash. Both vehicles were totaled in the accident and had to be towed from the scene.

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Delta’s firefighters’ enhanced medical training hasn’t had a negative impact on patient care or the emergency health system. That’s according to the city, which says its firefighters are now providing a value added service with a higher level of medical care, working alongside paramedics or before their arrival. Civic staff were responding to a letter to Delta mayor and council by Cameron Eby, provincial president of the Ambulance Paramedics and Emergency Dispatchers of B.C., CUPE Local 873, whose executive met with Delta officials at last year’s Union of B.C. Municipalities convention. The paramedics union, which also met with provincial officials, is lobbying for improved ambulance and paramedicine services in communities such as Delta. Calling it dangerous and a potential overload and exhaust of firefighters, paramedics claim, “Given their superior level

emergency department.” Eby’s letter calls for an investment in more paramedics and raises a concern over the downloading of emergency response to firefighters. In 2015, Delta Fire and Emergency Services rolled out its program to provide enhanced medical aid, a move not well received by ambulance first responders at the time. Emergency Health Services claimed Delta was acting illegally. Noting Delta FILE PHOTO has requested a full-time, Delta firefighters now have enhanced medical training so they 24/7 ambucan do more at emergency scenes. lance station of training and equipment, ing a medical crisis for for Tsawwassen B.C. paramedics are the early assessment, critical since 2005, a civic staff only frontline medical intervention, treatment, response to Eby’s letprofessionals qualified to monitoring, transport and ter stated there are no handle B.C. patients durcontinuum of care to the indications the medical

certification for firefighters has had any deleterious impact. The report also noted a third-party review in December, 2016 found the enhanced skills and knowledge of fire first responders “supports patient care and is a proactive and evidenced-based approach to improving pre-hospital care capabilities.” In a 2015 letter, Mayor Lois Jackson responded to the concerns, saying Delta had the legal authority to provide ancillary health services and that, with the city’s geography, it makes sense to do so. “It simply makes sense as the right thing to do to provide this level of service to our residents at municipal cost in the face of increasing challenges for provincially funded ambulance services,” she stated. “I remind you that this is an ancillary service to support and supplement the paramedics, but only until an ambulance arrives, if it arrives at all.” Jackson stressed that firefighters would not be transporting patients and the city was not trying to provide a competing emergency service.

Lawsuit alleges dumping damaged Burns Bog SANDOR GYARMATI

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Legal action initiated five years ago by Delta and Metro Vancouver could finally be heading to court this year. In March 2013, Delta and the regional district filed a notice of civil claim against Princess Farms Ltd. as well as Matcon Landfill Management Inc. and Matcon Civil Constructors Inc. regarding dumping activities that took place at the Princess Farms site on 104th Street

in East Delta. The site is now closed. Delta alleges that significant physical and ecological damage occurred within the Burns Bog Ecological Conservancy Area as a result of soil deposit activities carried out on the adjacent Princess Farms property. According to Delta staff, environmental, geotechnical, survey and aerial mapping work by experts supports the civil claim. “It is Delta’s position that some or all of the disruption and damage to

the Burns Bog ecosystem is irreparable and we are seeking appropriate costs to remediate the bog to the extent possible and aggravated and punitive damages based on disgorgement of revenues obtained while carrying out the fill operation in contravention of their permits.” The B.C. Supreme Court trial was to have begun this month but has been adjourned. The lawsuit will proceed but Delta is awaiting a new trial date, said acting CAO Ken Kuntz.

The Princess Farms property comprises 16 hectares (39.5 acres) at the eastern edge of Burns Bog, which was purchased jointly by four levels of government in 2004. The farm is within the Agricultural Land Reserve but hasn’t been used for agriculture for some time. Five years ago, Delta council voted against an application by the owner to allow tens of thousands of additional cubic metres of fill to be deposited there, but the Agricultural Land Commission gave

the green light anyway. A few years earlier, the commission had given the go ahead for the owner to deposit 300,000 cubic metres of mixed soil. The commission was told the goal was to eventually make the site suitable for blueberry farming, but no such activity has taken place there. The lawsuit alleges the total bog area impacted is estimated to cover 17,000 square metres. Delta has since enacted soil protection measures to stop dumping on farms.

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• Dec. 26, 2:15 p.m., 5000-block of Canoe Pass Way: Complainant reported their vehicle was keyed while parked at the shopping centre. The complainant indicated they had a dispute with a person over the parking space. • Dec. 27, 3:20 p.m., 4900-block of Canoe Pass Way: A business reported a person was in the store applying for a store credit card using what appeared to be fraudulent identification. Police attended and confirmed the fraud and also found the person to be in possession of a stolen motorcycle. The person was arrested. • Dec. 27, 10:08 a.m., Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal: Report received that a vehicle without a

licence plate was parked in the short-term parking lot. Police attended and determined the vehicle was stolen. The owner of the vehicle was informed and the vehicle was towed from the scene. • Dec. 27, 8:38 p.m., 1500-block of Farrell Avenue: There was a theft of tools from a locked utility trailer parked in the driveway of the complainant’s residence. The lock on the trailer was broken and approximately $2,000 in tools stolen. • Jan. 1, 10:18 a.m., 1200-block of 56th Street: Complainant reported they had left their vehicle in the parking lot overnight and when they returned in the morning they found the passenger window smashed. Nothing stolen from the vehicle.

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• Dec. 27, 1:55 p.m., 4600-block of 48B Street: Complainant reported they had left their vehicle unlocked in their driveway and when they returned in the morning they found the centre console open. A pair of sunglasses and condominium key fobs were stolen. • Dec. 27, 12:32 p.m., 4700-block of 55B Street: Complainant reported the theft of the decal from the licence plate of their vehicle. Information regarding the decal added to the police computer database. • Dec. 27, 11 p.m.,

5000-block of Central Avenue: Complainant reported that sometime overnight the Christmas light projector was stolen from outside their residence. • Dec. 28, 11:12 a.m., 7100-block of Progress Way: Complainant reported the theft of batteries from various vehicles parked at the repair shop. Batteries valued at $1,200. • Dec. 29, 1:39 p.m., 4400-block of Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainant attended police headquarters where they reported they had been the victim of fraud. The victim had been in contact with an unknown person for two weeks before they provided the person with their financial information from two banks. Approximately $10,000 was taken from the victim’s account and the suspect has not been heard from since. • Dec. 29, 11:11 p.m., 7500-block of Vantage Place: A business reported a theft in progress with two people loading material into a pickup truck. Police attended and located the suspects who were found to have extensive property crime records. The complainant indicated they had given the suspect permission to take some scrap material but not to enter the gated work yard or take any other materials. Investigation is continuing.

Home prices up across board SANDOR GYARMATI

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Home sales in South Delta and the rest of the Lower Mainland returned to more historically normal levels last year, according to the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. After reaching record levels in 2015 and 2016, sales of residential properties in 2017 saw a 9.9 per cent decrease from levels recorded in 2016 and a 15 per cent decrease over 2015. Last year’s sales total was 9.7 per cent above the 10-year average, the real estate board stated. Meanwhile, home listings came in several thousand units below typical activity. “It was a steady year for home sales across

the region, led by condominium and townhome activity, and a quieter year for home listings,” said board president Jill Oudil. “Metro Vancouver home sales were the third highest we’ve seen in the past 10 years while the home listings total was the second lowest on record for the same period.” In South Delta, the market for single-family detached homes has cooled since those red hot days of 2015 and 2016, something that can be seen in the current benchmark prices and recent year-to-year-increases. The benchmark price of a house in Ladner, which now sits at $1,029,200, increased 4.9 per cent between December 2016 and December 2017, while in Tsawwassen, the benchmark price of a

house jumped by 8.2 per cent over that period to $1,281,800. “Market activity differed considerably this year based on property type,” Oudil said. “Competition was intense in the condominium and townhome markets, with multiple offer situations becoming commonplace. The detached home market operated in a more balanced state, giving home buyers more selection to choose from and more time to make decisions.” The benchmark price of a townhouse in Ladner increased 21.3 per cent over the past year, while the jump was 21.4 per cent in Tsawwassen. The benchmark price for a condo increased 16 per cent in Ladner and just over 15 per cent in Tsawwassen.

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Delta loses former Citizen of the Year

Anne Oldhaver was the driving force behind building of McKee Seniors Recreation Centre IAN JACQUES

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The driving force behind the building of Ladner’s McKee Seniors Recreation Centre and a champion community volunteer has passed away. Anne Oldhaver died last month at the age of 83. She leaves behind a legacy of volunteerism and community spirit, one that was recognized with the Citizen of the Year award. Born in Winnipeg on June 20, 1934, Oldhaver met husband Alvin in Kelowna. After marrying him in Vancouver, the couple moved to Ladner, living in a tiny, two-bedroom house on Westminster Avenue. Her first volunteer work was as a young mother with Tony Schmand to get the Farm Training Centre started in East Delta. “These were way before the days of the Variety Telethon and causes to help those with special needs and disabilities,” recalls daughter Louise Green. “Mom wanted to always try to make the

world a better place and this was just the start.” Oldhaver co-owned service stations with Alvin in Tsawwassen. She was president of the Tsawwassen Business Association and active with the Ladner Lions Club with her husband. Her volunteerism also included serving as chair of Ladner Pioneer May Days and Tsawwassen Sun Festival. In 1985, the Delta Chamber of Commerce presented Anne and Alvin with the Citizen of the Year award. In retirement, the couple became snowbirds in Arizona. When Alvin passed away in 1997 following a small plane crash at the Delta Airpark, Anne became active again in volunteer work, including acting as an English language assistant for new immigrants. One of her crowning achievements was the construction of the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre. “There is no question McKee would not be here without mom,” says Green.

of three, but she was the driving force. As she said, ‘I spoke with anyone and everyone who had ears to build McKee because the corporation was providing the building but the members had to provide a million dollars to furnish it,’” recalls friend Pearl McPherson. “I joined McKee in 2006. She was the first person I met. I worked with her on different projects. She was a SUBMITTED PHOTO very inspirational person Anne Oldhaver had a long history of volunteerism in Delta, one and made you that was recognized with the Delta Chamber of Commerce’s want to do Citizen of the Year award. more for others.” As chair of the McKee funds for the centre. Green said that her Seniors Society, Oldhaver “Anne worked so hard. mom wanted McKee to be worked tirelessly raising There was a committee

a welcoming and inviting place where seniors could be active, make friends and enjoy their retirement years. Mayor Lois Jackson described Oldhaver as a real “mover and shaker.” “She was just so enthusiastic in all of the things she was involved in,” says Jackson. “She was outgoing, community-minded. She was a very hard-working person in a number of causes in our community. I just loved her. She was an example to all of us on how to lead a real good and caring life.” A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Jan. 13 from 1 to 4 p.m. at McKee. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. She leaves behind daughters Jacqueline and Louise and grandchildren Steven, Joanna, Nathan and Matthew as well as siblings Frank Rehlinger Elsie Paton in Ladner, Mary Strilkiwsky in Vernon and Nick Rehlinger in Parksville.

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A Delta mosque is reaching beyond its own teachings to seek answers as to whether religion promotes extremism and violence. Last month, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Women’s Auxiliary invited Christians, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs and other religious followers to a women-only symposium to answer the question, “Does Religion Promote Extremism?” Moderated by Delta Coun. Sylvia Bishop, speakers were invited from several religions, including Rabbi Susan Shamash (Judaism), Pastor Jennifer Wilson (Christianity), Nishtha Nuckchady (Hinduism), Sundeep Kaur (Sikhism) and Naheed Chokher (Islam). On hand as well was Delta Mayor Lois Jackson, Surrey-Panorama MLA Jinny Sims, Delta police Sgt. Cathy Geddes and Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints B.C. public affairs council codirector Tonya Engen. “Every religion, at some point in time, has been accused of spreading,

promoting or teaching violence,” said Aaisha Mahmood, a member of the auxiliary. “But is it really the teachings of that religion to be blamed?” Mahmood said right now it’s clear that her religion of Islam is “under fire” due to constant media reports of terrorism and wars in Muslim countries. Because of that violence, she and other Muslims say they have experienced hostility from non-Muslims in Canada. “It makes you afraid for your safety and the safety of your loved ones. Your future seems uncertain.” The symposium comes on the heels of an ugly incident on a Vancouver SkyTrain last month in which a Muslim teenager was accosted by a stranger. Noor Fadel, an 18-year-old Iraqi immigrant, was allegedly threatened by a stranger uttering obscenities at her because of her hijab. When a fellow passenger, Jake Taylor, saw what was happening, he put himself between Fadel and her assailant to prevent any further problems. Mahmood says that while fear can be created by a lack of understanding, it can just as easily

be eliminated by talking to other people. She said every religion has the same teachings with respect to how adherents should treat their fellow human beings, and Islam is no exception. “You should tell the truth, you should not kill, you should respect others, you should take care of the weak,” she said. “[Faith] creates emotionally secure people and then you don’t hurt others. You become a positive part of society.” Beyond the big questions about God and mankind, Mahmood said the interfaith symposium was also an opportunity for people of other religions and cultures to see firsthand what it’s like to go inside a mosque. Until she came to Canada three years ago, that curiosity was something she grew up with in Pakistan. “I always wanted to go inside a Hindu temple or a church and see how people pray,” she said. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Women’s Auxiliary has held an interfaith symposium every year since 2014, with last year’s event inviting guests to speak about their religion’s founders.

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Youth Parliament runs in family for Burnett SDSS grad in Victoria for legislative session IAN JACQUES

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While provincial MLAs were home for the holidays, youth leaders were hard at work in Victoria with an eye to the future. The 89th session of the B.C. Youth Parliament was held last week in the legislature, bringing together a group of 97 young people ages 16 to 21 from every corner of the province to debate legislation, address social issues and learn parliamentary procedure. One of those young people was Tsawwassen’s Hannah Burnett, who is in her third year as a member of BCYP. She is on the shadow cabinet this year and serves as critic of corporate relations and critic of the minister of state for the gala. Burnett, who graduated from South Delta Secondary last year, said she was introduced to the BCYP at a young age. “Both my parents went to BCYP, they met there so

I kind of grew up hearing about it,” she said. “When I joined my first year I learned a lot and just decided I wanted to continue doing this for as long as I could.”

The social service aspect of the organization is what really excites me more than the political side. HANNAH BURNETT

BCYP forms a nonpartisan government during the session, yet just as MLAs do, Burnett and her colleagues take the legislation they pass back to their communities to make a difference throughout the province. In accordance with their motto, “youth serving youth,” the legislation and private member bills they pass will be

turned into action. All that is debated in the house is written by members, and will lay out a plan for the organization’s activities throughout the year. “The social service aspect of the organization is what really excites me more than the political side,” Burnett said. “This week is important, but throughout the year you are expected to be involved in a number of fundraisers, social activities and service projects.” Besides last week’s session in Victoria, BCYP members will hold six regional youth parliaments for highschool aged youth to learn parliamentary procedure as well as run a summer camp, Camp Phoenix, for children who would not otherwise be able to attend camp. Celebrating its 50th year, Camp Phoenix is

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Tsawwassen’s Hannah Burnett is part of the B.C. Youth Parliament for the third consecutive year. Burnett and her colleagues wrapped up the 89th session of BCYP in Victoria last week. completely staffed by the members of BCYP and funded through their fundraising efforts. “Camp Phoenix is a very rewarding opportunity to be involved in. I really

enjoy that aspect of service and giving back to the community,” Burnett said. In addition to debating and voting on their legislation, BCYP members also considered other impor-

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t’s condo and townhouse owners’ turn to freak out. Property assessment notices, which began arriving in mailboxes this week, are often viewed as a double-edged sword, where an otherwise welcomed increase in the value of your largest investment is offset by the worry over what impact that hike will have on the subsequent civic tax bill. Last year saw owners of singlefamily homes set their hair on fire after the vast majority received assessment increases north of 40 per cent, although because almost everyone was in the same boat, the corresponding tax hit wasn’t anywhere near that bad. Because the condo and townhouse sector increased by about half that amount last year, its slice of the overall pie was reduced, which turned out to be a help come tax time. It’s a different story this year as single-family home values are flat while the strata market is up anywhere from 10 to 20 per cent, which means its slice of the pie has increased, and along with that will likely come a larger tax burden. It’s essentially a catch up from last year and brings the two components of the residential sector back in line with each other, both from an assessed value and property tax bill standpoint. Any tax break condo and townhouse owners got last year due to smaller assessment hikes than their single-family cousins will likely be eaten up this year because they’re now at the high end of assessment increases. Owners of single-family homes who haven’t seen any increase in their values this year are unlikely to see their property tax bills also stay status quo because while assessments and tax bills are related, there’s not a direct correlation. In other words, just because your assessment goes up 40 per cent, it doesn’t mean your taxes will follow suit; conversely, because your assessment is unchanged, it doesn’t mean your tax bill will also remain static. Single-family home owners will benefit somewhat by the strata sector picking up a bigger slice but their tax bills this spring are far more likely to be influenced by the rate set by Delta council than any other factor. It’s a fair, albeit confusing, system, but that certainly won’t prevent some property owners from crying foul. It wouldn’t be assessment season without it.

We are all enriched by the community we help build

had the distinct privilege of ringing in the New Year with a wonderful group of people at Dave’s Pop Culture. The evening was full of sushi and Chinese takeout, more board games than you could shake a stick at and the happiest arguments I have ever heard screamed across a room. It was one of the most enjoyable of all possible ways I could have spent the night and an excellent reminder of precisely what makes Delta an amazing place to live. We are lucky to live in a place where people are so inclined to come together around an issue or a shared interest. I have seen it time and again, whether it be through lawn bowling, the Delta Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store, the environment, Deltassist, ornithology, music or one of countless other instances. The tendency towards connection is one of humanity’s basic drives and one of the strongest promoters of individual wellbeing. Our local game and comic shop is a shining example of this. The evening was a wonderful testament to Dave Strutt, owner and namesake of the store, and the community that he has created. Everyone in attendance was a customer and a friend because he makes every person

Community Comment NICHOLAS WONG

who walks into the store feel welcome, accepted and heard. Notwithstanding the fact he is my biggest competition for outdated wool blazers at the thrift store, Dave is an amazing person. The camaraderie of the evening brought to mind Dave’s unfortunate accident a little over a year ago. In that time of need and with the help of this newspaper, the store’s patrons and the wider community came together to support his family and keep the doors open. This is what we all need at some point in our lives. No one can stand alone against the unpredictability of life and eventually everyone falters, sometimes through no fault of their own. What matters in those times are the people you have brought

close, the relationships you have forged and the goodwill you have fostered. Each of those things are entirely dependent upon the parts of yourself you give to others. It is one of the beautiful paradoxes of life that we must reach out beyond ourselves to bring anything closer. To me, New Year’s at Dave’s Pop Culture was a taste of the entire Christmas season. It was a celebration of good things past and good things yet to come with a family of people who chose each other. In a group consisting of all ages and walks of life, everyone in attendance was enriched by the community they helped build. Now, if only I could forget the fact that I was politically out maneuvered by a 12-year-old girl and beaten so badly at chess that I now know how mice in a maze feel, I might bring myself to go back and play Lords of Waterdeep. New Year’s resolution: Make more time to play Dungeons and Dragons. Community advocate Nicholas Wong ran as an independent candidate in Delta South in last year’s provincial election. He finished second with more than 6,400 votes. He can be reached at mrnicholaswong@gmail.com.

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Letters

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Lack of indoor tennis courts will only get worse if casino replaces T&C Inn

Editor: I am a member of the Delta Town & Country Tennis Club and play tennis there three or four times a week. I am saddened to see we are going to lose our indoor tennis and exercise facility to a casino. We have approximately 300 members ranging from children five years of age to adults and many seniors into their 70s. The courts are usually booked from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on a

daily basis. On Mondays almost 70 people will play weekly, by way of block bookings where you sign up to play on a threemonth schedule. Tennis is one of the few growing sports in B.C. but most private indoor clubs are in Vancouver and the North Shore. I think the demand for public indoor courts in Delta is currently underserved and with the prospect of a casino being built and the tennis facility coming down, it will only

get worse. Any new facility should also include pickleball and squash. Tennis has become a year-round sport and with the wet and cold weather, which we have for a large portion of the year, there definitely is a demand for an indoor facility to use from September to May. Do you want to add people driving through the tunnel to get to Richmond facilities? I believe this is a valuable opportunity for the

Frustration over changes doesn’t give people the right to be racist

Editor: I was at SilverCity Riverport last week when a woman began to shout at other moviegoers because they were taking too long at the ticket counter. Her problem was not really with how long they were taking — she soon started shouting about real estate prices and selling out our country. When I asked her to stop, she said she wasn’t yelling at me,

but “those people.” It was plain to me and everyone else that it was because they were Chinese. When I told others about what had happened, they said similar scenes were commonplace around the Lower Mainland now, especially Richmond. I was told they could see both sides — Richmond has changed so quickly and irreversibly that people are rightfully

frustrated. My answer was: I don’t care. I urge Optimist readers to consider whether they think individuals deserve to be yelled at in public by virtue of their race, whether there could possibly be a justification for such behaviour. If your answer is yes, I ask you to consider just how pitiful that is. And don’t act surprised when you’re asked to cut it out. Kelsey Croft

Tame rabbits run into ‘brave’ hunter

Editor: To the persons who, in November, dumped five tame rabbits in the bush at the entrance to Ladner Harbour Park, I would like to inform you of their welfare. There’s not too much food for them to eat at this time of year so I took

food to them every day. Yesterday I went as usual and found one dead rabbit lying on the ground and a woman standing 20 feet away with her back to me. I called out three times, but got no response, when a man stepped out of the bushes, gun in hand, saying, “I have a right to hunt

for food.” This brave hunter who shot tame rabbits, who ran to me when I went, should really feel proud of his skill. The police have his licence plate number and I hope he loses his licence, if he has one, and is also fined. Ann Baranszky

Trump’s going to be around for a long time Editor: Re: Here’s to a better ’18 for small dogs, bus riders and renters, Community Comment, Dec. 28

I was not pleased with ML Burke’s comments about U.S. President Donald Trump. I am betting he will do two terms,

so he will not leave his post for another seven years. Deal with it, Burke. Robert Sciba

City of Delta to provide additional recreational space and programming for the community. Delta is interested in promoting well being, health and fitness for all ages. With mayor and some of the council approving Hampton Cove and the Southlands development, it’s time to provide much needed facilities for the quickly increasing number of residents looking to make Delta home. Sandra Piggot

Big distraction

Editor: I was on my way home from the airport the other day after an extended holiday. As we approached the intersection of Highway 17 and 52nd Street, I noticed a large monument-like structure compete with a flashing electronic sign. I said to my driver, “My goodness, what happened? Did Mr. Toigo die? Is that his tombstone? Thank goodness it turns out that Mr. Toigo is OK and the structure is just a large, attention grabbing sign. What a relief. However, later on in the day I started thinking: Aren’t we constantly being reminded to keep our eyes on the road when driving? Aren’t we constantly being reminded what can happen in the nano-second it takes to look at our cell phone? Why would anyone be allowed to erect a large, distracting sign at an already dangerous intersection? Does that make any sense? Just wondering. Paul Voth

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Broli is a one year old male pitbull lab mix around 65lbs. This sweet boy came to us from our sister rescue in California, Eastwood Ranch Foundation, after they saved him from a hoarding situation. Broli has been living with a family of four the last few months and been doing very well. They say he is 100% house broken and crate trained, but they are working on a couple other things... While Broli is great with new people, and kids, he can sometimes get protective of his family and home. This has never gone past a bark or growl, but too much commotion and people coming in and out of a home seems to stress him. He is very affected by the energy in a home, and does great when someone is giving a calm, assertive energy to where he feels he does not need to step in to help. He does get excited, and his current fosters recommend kids six and up for “durability” ;) In the past, Broli has been great with big and small dogs. Being from a hoarding situation he’s used to a lot of other animals, but recently has been a bit more reactive out of the house. We did a training session with him and a big and small dog and he did fantastic! Again, he is so effected by energy and what vibes you are sending him. He has a high prey drive with small wild animals, so we think cats would be a no go. As with all our dogs, he is neutered and up to date on all shots and vaccines, plus microchipped! If you think Broli would be a good match for you and your family, please find our foster information and applications on our website at pbandchi.com

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For the fifth consecutive year, members of the Tsawwassen Men’s Golf Club delivered Christmas hampers for needy families to four schools in Delta. Throughout the 2017 golf season, golfers contributed toys, clothing and food items for the program. They also donated nearly $2,000. Club executive, led by sponsorship chair Bruce MacLean, and his wife Erin, along with club president Andrew Connaris and executive members Ken Hart, Tom Bearss, Tom Carr, Vern Novack and Dave Hicks, organized the donations into seven hampers for deserving families as designated by the principals at South Delta Secondary and

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Cliff Drive Elementary principal Vikki Chapman (third from left) and administrative assistant Valerie Bartlett accept hampers from Tsawwassen Men’s Golf Club members Ken Hart, Tom Bearss, Bruce MacLean, Andrew Connaris and Tom Carr.

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Cliff Drive Elementary in Tsawwassen, and Sacred Heart Elementary and Neilson Grove Elementary in Ladner. The hampers also included a turkey

donated by Newman’s Fine Foods and gift cards for local businesses. Each of the school principals expressed their appreciation for the golf-

ers’ program and said that each family, totalling 25 parents and children, would certainly be pleased and grateful to receive the hamper for Christmas.

MacLean noted that he and all club members were proud, privileged and honoured to make a few people’s lives brighter during the Christmas season.

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Tickets still available for one of pipe band’s two Burns dinners

Have you ever wondered why the Delta Police Pipe Band’s Robbie Burns dinner celebration is the largest of its kind in the world with over 800 guests attending over two nights? Well, you’ve got a chance to find out as the band that has played on stage with Sir Paul McCartney three times still has tickets available for its Friday, Jan. 19 Burns’ dinner and show. The 44th annual event will be held at the Sacred Heart School hall on Arthur Drive in Ladner. Doors open at 6 p.m. A second dinner show, set for Saturday, Jan. 20, is already sold out. Guests will be treated to a prime rib dinner buffet, three performances by the band, highland dancing, singing, a huge single malt whisky bar and, of course, the traditional “Toast to the Haggis.” Dancing to The Earthmen will conclude the evening. Tickets are $60 per person and can be purchased

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Make 2018 a ‘better’ year

We Remember! We Celebrate! We Believe!

A Warm and Joyful welcome to...

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 3:30 pm

3900 Arthur Drive, Ladner 604-946-4522

Daily Mass - Chapel Monday to Saturday at 9 am Weekend Masses - Church Saturday at 5 pm Sunday at 9 am, 11 am and 5 pm Liturgy of the Word for Children Sundays at 9am and 11am Masses Spanish Mass First Saturday of every month at 7 pm (except May and June) Confessions – Chapel Saturday at 10 am Baptism - Infants and young children Available every Sunday Other Sacraments/ Pastoral needs Call parish oﬃce/Pastor

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Contemporary & Traditional Rev. Danielle Martell Music 604-613-8432 WEDNESDAY - 7:30 PM

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4960 – 48th Ave., Ladner Phone: 604-946-6254 www.ladnerunited.org

The Rev. Jim Short 10am Worship Service with Holy Communion We Welcome Closedprogramme forYou and children’s theJoin Summer to Us! We Welcome You to Join Us!

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Meditation on the Ladner ChristianAPostures Fellowship of Faith: Ascension

Welcomes You Come worship with us Sunday, January 7 at 10:30 am I Kings 12:1-17, 21-24; I Kings 12:25-33 Long Division Guest Pastor: Gary Roosma 4594 – 54A Street, Ladner, B.C. 604-946-7033 email:office@ladnercrc.com visit our website: www.ladnercrc.com

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Sunday 8am BCP Holy Communion 10am BAS Holy Eucharist Creation Zone - Arts based Childrens program Wednesday 11am service followed by lunch 1115 - 51a Street, Delta, BC (cul-de-sac at 51a Street and 10a Avenue) Tel: (604) 943 4737

Benediction Lutheran Church 5575 6th Avenue Tsawwassen, BC (56th St. at 6th Ave.) Tel: 604-943-3432

9am Sunday worship service Pastor Thomas Keeley “All are warmly welcomed to worship with us as we Celebrate God’s Grace.” For summer youth activities, please visit our website.

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The Light of Realization Acts 19: 1-7 2nd Sunday 9:30 am Kin Village 3rd Sunday 2:00 pm The Waterford

What does your “better” look like this year? Better health choices, relationships, marriage, leadership, disciplines, consistency. We all choose our “better” and then we make a plan about how we can bring about those changes in our lives. I have discovered that all change starts with our thinking because our lives move in the direction of our strongest thoughts. If your thoughts are full of faith and full of love, you are becoming more like Jesus every day. If your thoughts are negative, toxic and polluted, I promise you, your life’s direction is not one that is heading towards “better” anything. In order to find our

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“better,” we are called to follow Him. We are not to expect Jesus to follow us. The question is: What or who is in the driver’s seat in your mind? Is it ambition, greed, pride, people pressure or insecurity, fear or doubt?

What we allow to take the wheel of our life will determine the course of our future. The Bible says in Romans 8:6, “So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace.” Which one of these two choices do you think will produce “better” results? Jesus is looking for followers, not drivers, and following him is a daily choice you make in your thinking. Self-sacrifice is the key to a “better” life, not self-help. It’s what we are willing to lay down that will determine what we get to pick up. It’s our surrender that makes room for our calling.

Around Town Remote Control at Genesis

Remote Control is set to run from Jan. 24 to Feb. 4 at Genesis Theatre in Ladner. The play is a spoof on TV broadcasting. For tickets visit RemoteControlthePlay. com.

Libraries host Mother Goose

If you are a parent or caregiver of a baby 15 months or younger, register now for the January session of Parent-Child Mother Goose. Discover fun with rhymes, songs and stories in this interactive program that helps your baby learn speech and language skills. Healthy snacks are provided. Sessions run on: Fridays, Jan. 12 to March 16, 10 to 11 a.m. at Tsawwassen Library; and Fridays, Jan. 12 to March 16, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Ladner Pioneer Library.

Giant Book Sale coming to KinVillage

The Giant Book Sale at KinVillage Community Centre, 5430-10th Ave., Tsawwassen, takes place Thursday, Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday Jan. 26 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pub night to benefit air cadets

The 828 Hurricane Air Cadets Squadron of South Delta is celebrating 45 years of citizenship with a pub night fundraiser on Saturday, Jan. 6 at The Landing Pub at 5449 Ladner Trunk Rd. from 6:30 p.m. onwards. All funds will go towards youth education opportunities and for the cadets’ trip to Ottawa in the spring. This is a burger and a beer/wine/soda for $15 event. There will also be a 50/50 draw. Must be 19 and over. 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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Event to report? Contact Dave at dwillis@delta-optimist.com or 604-946-4451

Bridge to debut new play

Midtwenties Theatre Society brings Above the Hospital to Vancouver stage fordability of living in Vancouver, especially for young people, and social Tsawwassen’s Beau isolationism. Han Bridge and his Although the play is difMidtwenties Theatre ficult to put into a genre, Society will bring an origiit’s not experimental and nal production to the stage has a very linear narrative, next week in Vancouver. Bridge explains. Above the Hospital, set Bridge, who’s also an in Vancouver over the independent filmmaker, course of an evening, is aims to address plays about a couple in their that are less explored in mid-20s who are both the theatre scene with aspiring artMidtwenties ists. Lauren Theatre Society All they hopes to be and also focus a filmmaker want to do on plays that while her can’t easily be is be artists. boyfriend fit into specific Cameron genres. has his Above sights set on BEAU HAN BRIDGE the Hospital becoming a marks the secmusician. ond play for “All they want to do is Midtwenties, which took be artists,” says Bridge, 24. on Kenneth Lonergan’s “But it comes to a point This Is Our Youth last year. where, in this contempoMidtwenties Theatre rary world today, what is Society, along with Red the role of an artist, really? Gate Arts Society, presents Is it really necessary?” Above the Hospital from Bridge has written the Friday, Jan. 12 to Sunday, play and is also directing. Jan. 21 at the Red Gate He wrote the original Revue Stage on Granville draft a year and a half ago Island. Tickets are $20 and and has worked to assimiavailable online at www. late creative input from mtstheatre.com. the actors into the script. He says it’s still changing, PHOTO BY KEN THORNE in little bits, and doesn’t Tristan Smith (left), think it will be completely Aaron Paul Stewart, Zack ready until opening night. Currie, Mira Maschmeyer “Because that’s when and Emma Young have you let it go, right?” roles in Above the The production deals Hospital. with things like the unafDAVE WILLIS

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Adult daytime band always open to new players The Loades of Music Daytime Concert Band steps into 2018 with its first session of the year set for next Thursday. The group, which started as the McKeesical Daytime Concert Band, has grown to double in size over the last year with 30 members performing at their most recent Christmas concert at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre. The benefits of playing in the group include no night time driving, easy music scores as all rehearsing is done as a group, and the camaraderie of musicians with two

socials per year. All music is concert band style, including brass, woodwind and percussion. Musicians are at all levels, from beginners to accomplished. The group is economical to participate in at $50 per year leading to at least three concerts each term. The group performs at seniors’ residences and elder homes and all concerts are free to attend. All music sheets are provided free of charge. Participants provide their own instrument and music stand. The band is always open to include more players so feel free to check the

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The Loades of Music Daytime Concert Band is always looking for new members. group out on a Thursday afternoon from 1 to 3 p.m. at Saviour Lutheran

Church in Ladner (behind McDonald’s). Sessions resume Thursday, Jan. 11.

For more information, email loadesofmusic@ gmail.com.

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PACIFIC JUNIOR HOCKEY Tom Shaw Conference W L T OTL Pts Delta 29 2 0 1 59 Richmond 21 5 1 2 45 North Van 21 8 0 3 45 Grandview 18 11 1 2 39 Port Moody 9 20 0 1 19 Harold Brittain Conference Abbotsford 19 9 1 3 R. Meadows 20 10 1 0 Mission 12 19 0 1 Langley 10 18 1 2 Aldergrove 9 18 1 2 Surrey 1 30 0 1 Scores Delta 8

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Pacific Standard Time. Height in feet SATURDAY, JAN. 6 2:55 am 3.0 10:19 am 15.4 4:39 pm 8.9 9:14 pm 11.5 SUNDAY, JAN. 7 3:42 am 4.6 10:59 am 15.1 5:43 pm 7.9 10:39 pm 10.5 MONDAY, JAN. 8 4:30 am 6.2 11:38am 14.8 6:44 pm 6.9 MONDAY, JAN. 9 12:24 am 10.5 5:25 am 7.9 12:16 pm 14.4 7:39 pm 5.9 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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Delta Ice Hawks’ Michael Araki-Young re-directs this shot in his team’s 8-1 win over Mission City Outlaws on Tuesday in Ladner. The Hawks now sit 29-2-0-1 on the season heading into this weekend’s PJHL Winter Classic in Richmond.

Hawks deal with rare adversity

Club opts to keep Darren Naylor in charge after he takes on BCHL’s Clippers MARK BOOTH

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Eduard Epshtein has been lauded by many for his superb job since taking over the Delta Ice Hawks junior hockey club. He just didn’t realize his first season as owner required a little stick handling too. The Hawks are well on their way to their best regular season in franchise history — taking a sizzling 29-2-0-1 record into this weekend’s Pacific Junior Hockey League Winter Classic. Off the ice, Epshtein and his staff have worked hard to raise the club’s profile and significantly improve the game night experience at the Ladner Leisure Centre. It had been smooth sailing for pretty much the entire season until some unexpected turbulence two weeks ago. That’s when general manager and head coach Darren Naylor learned he would be immediately taking on the same roles with the Nanaimo Clippers. Naylor had already been named the B.C. Hockey League club’s director of hockey operations and was destined for full-time duty next season. However, Clippers owner Wes Mussio made the move early and the top team in the PJHL was now without a GM and coach with a dozen league games remaining — at least so it seemed.

The process to find Naylor’s replacement “I must say it was sudden and unexpected,” for next season is already underway. Epshtein Epshtein reflected. “We knew he would evensays there are some outstanding candidates tually go to Nanaimo but after the season. Darren asked if he could (continue) to do both and he will stick to his initial plan of naming teams and the players asked for him to remain. the new GM/coach once the current campaign is over. They backed him.” “I think this is what is best Epshtein admitted he was for the team right now,” he apprehensive at first. added. “ The next coach that Naylor would be able to is going to come in is someone make most of the remaining that we will be looking to stay home games while assistant and build the team for many coach Ken McPhalen would years. run the bench and practices in “I felt it what was best for his absence. Former captains the team is let Darren finish Quinten Wideski and Cam what he started. For sure it’s Cuthbert were also added to challenging but we will try and the staff. make the best out of it.” Naylor has shifted practices Icing… times in Nanaimo and will be The Ice Hawks rolled to regularly flying over for Ice an 8-1 win over Mission City Hawk games to make it work. “My message to the players Assistant coach Ken McPhalen on Tuesday night in Ladner. Rookie Nathan Pelletier led the was to help Darren you had ran the bench on Tuesday. way with a hat trick. to give 100 percent on the ice They are back in action Friday morning when he is not here. When he is here I know in Richmond, taking on Surrey to open the they will. So far it’s been good. The players PJHL Classic. The Hawks also take on North have responded well. We practiced during Vancouver on Saturday (10 a.m.) The same the break almost every day. All the players two teams will meet on Tuesday (7:35 p.m.) in showed up even coming from Chilliwack durLadner. ing snowstorms,” continued Epshtein.

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DHA teams collide at Quinn Classic

It was an all-Delta Hockey Academy battle and an upset result that ended the defending champions run at the Pat Quinn Classic in Burnaby. The DHA Greens took an unbeaten record into the quarter-finals before dropping a 3-2 shootout decision in the Bantam AAA Elite quarter-finals to the DHA Whites. Kyle Jackson Chyzkowski tied the game midway through the second period and also scored the shootout winner. Hours later, the Whites’ run ended with a 6-2 semi-final loss to Yale Academy. Delta also fell 4-2 to Pacific Coast Hockey Academy in the bronze medal game. Burnaby Winter Club Academy defeated Yale 2-1 in the championship game. The DHA Whites had entered the tournament with 7-11-2 record in Canadian

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School Sport Hockey League play. The Greens own a 15-5-1 record that includes two wins over their friendly rival. The Whites had gone 2-2 in roundrobin play with wins over Okanagan Hockey Academy Prep (3-2) and San Jose Jr. Sharks (4-2). The Greens had gone undefeated (3-0-1). Meanwhile in Calgary, DHA’s first-year girls prep team enjoyed a solid showing at the Mac’s Tournament. The Wild bounced back from a 5-0 opening game loss to Prince Albert with wins over Vancouver Island (4-0) and Calgary Fire (5-2). The girls then dropped games to the Regina Rebels (2-0) and Rocky Mountain Raiders (3-0). Goalie Reese Hiddleston and forward Chanreet Bassi were named to the second all-star team.

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A20 The Delta Optimist January 5, 2018 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

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220-12611 vULCAN WAY

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3106-11967 80 AvENUE, dELTA

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W G NE TIN S I L

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101-20238 FRASER HIGHWAY

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JUST S

OLD

LISTEd @ $899,900 5274 WESTMINSTER AvENUE

JUST S

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JUST S

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JUST S

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JUST S

OLD

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JUST S

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January 5, 2018 The Delta Optimist A21

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47-5550 ADMIRAL WAY, LADNER

$850,000

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• Large, bright eat-in kitchen

4520 SAVOY STREET, LADNER

7781 WANSFORD DRIVE, DELTA

$888,000

$998,800

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• Bonus outbuilding for home office,

• Close to shops, recreation,

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and schools

9248 116A STREET, DELTA

4929 54 STREET, LADNER

$999,900

$1,098,800

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• Minutes to all amenities 5456 6A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

20481 46TH AVENUE

$1,098,800

$1,099,900

OLD JUST S

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

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

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LISTED @ $709,000 5251 REGATTA WAY

LISTED @ $1,178,800 253 49 STREET

JUST S

OLD

LISTED @ $1,258,800 1170 EHKOLIE CRESCENT

A22 The Delta Optimist January 5, 2018 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

STUNNING FAMILY HOME W G NE TIN S LI

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

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• Updated throughout

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4875 LINDEN DRIVE, LADNER

5568 8A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

$1,158,800

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• Beautifully updated kitchen

• Bonus custom built outbuilding

• Large suite for family or guests

4894 11A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

12229 98A AVENUE

$1,188,800

$1,199,900

LOVELY FAMILY HOME ON 10,000 SQ FT LOT W G NE TIN S LI

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

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4651 ARTHUR DRIVE, LADNER

5958 136 STREET

$1,250,000

$1,299,900

PEBBLE HILL FAMILY HOME W G NE TIN S I L

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walk out basement • Updated throughout

5289 3A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

5113 WILSON DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN

$1,358,800

$1,535,000

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 S T S U J

LISTED @ $1,549,900 614 BLUEGROUSE PLACE

LISTED @ $399,900 101-4926 48 AVENUE

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

LISTED @ $615,000 4866 TURNBUCKLE WYND

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January 5, 2018 The Delta Optimist A23

FantaStic DeVeloPMent oPPortUnity

renoVateD FaMily HoMe in BeacH groVe W G NE TIN S LI

• 2752 sq fc heml eg 5549 sq fc hec • 5 blddeems, 3 bochdeems

W G NE TIN S LI

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11568 PeMBerton creScent, Delta

$1,538,800

$1,649,900

BeaUtiFUl BoUnDary Bay HoMe W G NE TIN S I L

1.5 acre Parcel witH rS4 zoning!

• 3028 sq fc heml eg 5242 sq fc hec

• 2577 sq fc heml eg 1.5 ondl hec

• 4 blddeems, 3 bochdeems

• 3 blddeems, 3 bochdeems

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4016 W RIVER ROAD, LADNER

$1,698,000

$1,698,800

LOVELY CUL-DE-SAC FAMILY HOME W G NE TIN LIS

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

• 3184 sq fc heml eg 7395 sq fc hec • 4 blddeems, 3 bochdeems

• 5480 sq fc heml eg 7099 sq fc hec • 4 blddeems, 4 bochdeems

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344 ROSEHILL WYND, TSAWWASSEN

$1,738,800

$1,888,000

STUNNING LUXURY HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• 4791 sq fc heml eg 12,058 sq fc hec • 5 blddeems, 5 bochdeems

BeaUtiFUl new HoMe in PeBBle Hill W G NE TIN S I L

• 4798 sq fc heml eg 7782 sq fc hec • 5 blddeems, 6 bochdeems

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11337 159B Street

5173 2 AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

$1,988,800

$2,268,800

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $1,88,800 5355 4 AVENUE

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

LISTED @ $399,900 101-5472 11 AVENUE

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

OLD JUST S

LISTED @ $1,688,800 5713 RIVER ROAD

LISTED @ $1,288,800 4598 WEARE STREET

LISTED @ $1,798,800 4876 DOGWOOD DRIVE

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

A24 The Delta Optimist January 5, 2018 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

CUSTOM BUILT EXECUTIVE HOME W G NE TIN S LI

• 5275 sq ft home on 8708 sq ft lot • 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms

CUSTOM HOME IN PRESTIGIOUS PANORAMA RIDGE W G NE TIN S LI

• 6736 sq ft home on nearly half an acre

• Stunning custom home in

• 9 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms

Pebble Hill

• Stunning executive home

• 1 bedroom legal side suite

• Highly desirable neighbourhood

5127 1A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

5481 123 STREET

$2,288,800

$2,398,800

STUNNING WATERFRONT HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• 3141 sq ft home with 5283 sq ft lot

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

• 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

• 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Stunning 1 year old float home

• Potentially subdividable lot

• Breathtaking views

• Great location

4407 W RIVER ROAD, LADNER

4959 LINDEN DRIVE, LADNER

$2,588,000

$2,598,800

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

• 2440 sq ft home on 33,204 sq ft lot

WATERFRONT HOME WITH STUNNING VIEWS W G NE TIN LIS

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

• 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Ultra high-end appointments

• Potential for 4 lot subdivision

• Open concept with floor to ceiling

• Quiet residential area

windows

10890 79 AVENUE, DELTA

862 TSAWWASSEN BEACH RD, TSAWWASSEN

$2,600,000

BEAUTIFUL FLOAT HOME WITH LAND W G NE TIN S I L

• 2700 sq ft home with 5954 sq ft lot • 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

$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

• Stunning water & mountain views

• High quality craftsmanship

• Close to everything

throughout • Stunning ocean views with decks all levels

4395 W RIVER ROAD, LADNER

140 GRAHAM DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN

$2,788,800

$3,299,900

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*

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January 5, 2018 The Delta Optimist A25

ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY

9.5 ACRES ON PRESTIGIOUS ARTHUR DRIVE W G NE TIN LIS

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

W G NE TIN LIS

• 3190 sq ft home on 1.25 acre lot • 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms

• Separate guest home • Multiple barns and workshop

• Stunning Japanese Garden • Award winning property

3749 ARTHUR DRIVE, LADNER

21004 43 AVENUE

$5,888,000

$3,388,800

BEAUTIFUL HOME ON 25 ACRES! • 3330 sq ft home on 24.75 acres • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

STUNNING HOME ON 6 ACRES WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS W G NE TIN S I L

• 7517 sq ft home on 6 acres • 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

$6,588,800

PRIME LAND ASSEMBLY OPPORTUNITY! • Developer/Investor alert • Fantastic loaction

STUNNING 55 ACRE CUSTOM ESTATE W G NE TIN LIS

• 3385 sq ft home on 55 acres • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Adjacent to Winskill Park

• Beautiful estate property

• Close to all amenities

• 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 • Adjacent to DeltaPort Highway

BEAUTIFUL 89 ACRE PROPERTY W G NE TIN S I L

• 2056 sq ft home on 89 acres • 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

• Close to new industrial park

• Close to Highway 99 & US border

• Currently an equestrian centre

• 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

A26 The Delta Optimist January 5, 2018

OUR ONLINE MARKETING IS UNBEATABLE! FACEBOOK RESULTS

OUR FACEBOOK CAMPAIGNS REACH BETWEEN 100,000  1,000,000 PEOPLE PER WEEK

REW ONLINE RESULTS OUR REW CAMPAIGNS REACH BETWEEN 170,000  200,000 PEOPLE PER WEEK

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Clicks Fraser Elliott Personal Real Estate Corporation-RE/MAX added 28 new photos. One of the nicest two-level family homes you'll find in Ladner! Backing onto Maple park, this substantially updated 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom residence has undergone an incredible renovation both inside and out and must be seen to be appreciated! Check out the 360 virtual tour! http://www.fraserelliott.com/5381-Maple-Crescent-Ladnerhtml Listed @ $1,249,900

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GOOGLE RESULTS OUR GOOGLE CAMPAIGNS REACH BETWEEN 400,000 TO 500,000 PEOPLE PER MONTH

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FRASERELLIOTT.COM OUR WEBSITE HAS BETWEEN 10,000 AND 15,000 VISITS A MONTH #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.

January 5, 2018 The Delta Optimist A27

YOUR HOME DESERVES MORE THAN JUST A FOR SALE SIGN! • FULLCOLOUR LD OLD ADVERTISING SOUNBEATABLE SOLD SOLD LOCAL SPRINT SOLD

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SOLD

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SOLD

• MASSIVE SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE  UP TO 500,000 REACHED PER WEEK • YOUTUBE, CRAIGSLIST, KIJIJI ADVERTISING SOLD

SOLD

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A28 The Delta Optimist January 5, 2018

Jane Meadows 604-943-8080 604-240-5263 janemeadows.com

Happy New Year to all of my past and current clients, family and friends. Wishing you all the best in 2018. For the New Year I am making some exciting new changes to maintain the integrity and professionalism of my business to best serve your needs. I’m looking forward to sharing with you 28 years of experience with Remax Progroup realty. Please call me direct at 604-240-5263 $398,000

$525,000

$1,128,000

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SALE PENDING CONDO in the VILLAGE PENTHOUSE CONDO

LARGE LOT

FAMILY HOME

#108-4926 48 Avenue, Ladner

#314-4885 53 Street, Ladner

5324 1 Avenue, Tsawwassen

274 W. Murphy Drive, Tsawwassen

LADNER VILLAGE - CONDO Walk to the village from this 2 bedroom - condo in the heart of Ladner Village. Excellent location - just steps away from the village shops, restaurants, library, pool & Memorial Park. Unit features new engineered hardwood floors, bright updated kitchen & large patio.

LADNER CONDO Top floor penthouse unit. 2 bdrm/2 baths – 1061 sqft Renovated - new kitchen/bathrooms New flooring/paint & lighting fixtures South-facing deck off kitchen. Covered parking spot - private storage room. Excellent location - walk to shopping...

Updated 4 bdrm family home in desirable Pebble Hill. Immaculately clean, modern & move-in ready… New kitchen/bathrooms/roof/ windows/hot water tank. Large south-facing fenced backyard + deck. Detached 600 sqft workshop/garage Walk to Pebble Hill Elementary + Diefenbaker Park.

Prime location in Pebble Hill. Quiet, closed-through street. Large 8428 sqft lot with private south facing backyard with greenhouse. 4 bedroom/3 bathroom, 2600 sqft home. Double garage with work space. Newer roof, hot water tank & sundeck.

NEW LISTING

$329,000

NEW LISTING

$535,000

#123-13321 102A Avenue

#113-2979 156 Street

Modern 1 bedroom + den CONDO unit. Newly painted – open concept kitchen with appliances Ground floor with walk out patio with bonus exterior entrance door. New, modern – up and coming area in City Central, SURREY near SFU campus Great for investment - rentals allowed currently rented to long term tenant

Modern 3-level 2 bedroom Townhome. Quiet, family friendly complex with fenced backyard. Kitchen includes s/s appliance package & gas range. Complex includes playground & exercise gym. Double tandem garage with lots of storage space. Conveniently located near Morgan Crossing shopping area.

SOLD IN 2017 SOLD

SOLD

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4670 48B Street

1248 Pacific Drive

3-15118 Thrift Ave.

6-6380 48A Avenue

6128 Crescent Drive

SOLD

5500 Swiftsure Bay

#203 / #304-15357 Roper Ave

4567 48B Ave.

#107-5555 13A Ave.

5037 Cedar Springs Dr

#12-5988 Blanshard Dr

#305-4955 River Rd

SOLD

#209-1140 55 St.

5260 Ferry Road

#14-2979 158 St.

5528 Spinnaker Bay - Ladner

4856 43 Avenue, Ladner

#123-13321 102A Avenue

#113-2979 156 Street

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SEDAR, Wayne Jr. February 15, 1970 - December 29, 2017 Wayne passed away peacefully at Delta Hospice. Survived by mother Mavis, sister Marlene (Rob), brother Colin (Tawnia), and many nieces and nephews: Tiana, Rachelle, Daina, Erik, Breanna, Clayton and Camille.

MITCHELL, Sheila S. "Sarge" March 8, 1934 − December 13, 2017 In loving memory of Sheila Sutherland Mitchell (nee Fisher), who passed away peacefully on December 13th, 2017 surrounded by family. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Sheila was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her family and friends meant the world to her. Arrived in Canada at the age of 21, she was not long in Vancouver before she met John Wilkinson Mitchell, whom she went on to marry. Boundary Bay held a special place in her heart where many good times were shared. Christmas was a special time of year as she enjoyed hosting many annual parties. She is survived by her four children Gary, Gail, Monica and Sandra; six grandchildren whom she adored: Heather, Brianna, Tyler, Nathan, Kaela and Ashleigh; and one great granddaughter, Kaylee. Donations can be made to the Parkinson Society.

Celebration of life will be at Ladner Legion on Friday January 5th from 12:30-4:30pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Delta Hospice.

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MORIER, Omer May 9, 1931 − December 22, 2017

Omer was born in Winnipeg, moving with his family to Kennedy, BC at age 14. After graduation in 1949, he attended Coyne Electronics Institute in Chicago where he was known as ’the Englishman’. In 1952, Omer established a successful TV sales and service business in New Westminster, getting in on the ground floor of the television industry.

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Omer pursued a career change in 1960, attending UBC. After graduation, Omer worked as a teacher, counsellor and adult education program coordinator in Kamloops. In 1975, Omer returned to a career in audio−visual media and electronics, eventually working for Sony Canada until he retired. Upon retirement, Omer purchased, outfitted and lived on his 36’ boat, Volare, docked in Richmond. Omer took great pleasure motoring in the Gulf Islands and surrounding areas.

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Omer passed away peacefully at the age of 86. He was predeceased by his father Emile, his mother Rose and older sister Lucia. He is survived by his sister Jacqueline, nieces and nephews.

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