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Police on counter attack against drunks driving in Delta PHIL MELNYCHUK

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Tis the season for drinking, but just in case you’re thinking, or not thinking, of driving at the same time, Delta Police will be a step ahead of you.

DPD are running their CounterAttack program in December and stopping vehicles and asking drivers what they’ve been up to that evening.

“We will be sharing information in advance on some of our CounterAttack events as awareness and education are a large part of the campaign,” said Acting/Insp. James Sandberg, media spokesperson for the department.

“But we will also be out doing CounterAttack road checks without announcing when and where we will be.”

And just in case you’re not worried, keep in mind that in November, officers removed 51 drunk drivers off the road.

The anti-drunk driving measures kicked off Saturday, Dec. 2, when police joined in the provincewide Light up the Province campaign.

Police forces throughout the Lower Mainland and set up road checks on exits all along Hwy. 1, from Chilliwack to West Vancouver, to raise awareness about impaired driving.

According to the RCMP’s B.C. Highway Patrol, a total of 228 check stops were set up across B.C., resulting in the screening of almost 55,000 motorists and the removal of 222 impaired drivers.

In Delta, the evening saw 3,250 motorists checked.

Resembling the 12 days of Christmas, police gave three, threeday prohibitions, three, 90-day prohibitions, two 24-hour suspensions (for drug-impaired driving) and a 12-hour time out to a new driver.

Another two more motorists were arrested for driving while they were prohibited.

The next day, Sunday, Dec. 3, Delta drivers were not that much better.

Five collisions happened, with

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four of those confirmed to have been booze involved, (one of which involved a pedestrian, although there were no injuries,) and resulted in four driving prohibitions.

The other collision was speed related, while another motorist was also given a drunk driving prohibition.

“My perspective is there’s no excuse for impaired driving. Every impaired driving crash, injury, or fatality, they’re all preventable,” said Sandberg.

Despite the publicity campaign and every police department getting involved with education, it’s still disappointing to see the impaired driving stats, he added.

Ninety-day prohibitions are given when breath samples given at roadside show an absolute fail. Fail results start at blood-alcohol levels of .10.

According to a DPD Facebook post, one-fifth of all car crash fatalities in B.C., involve impaired driving, with more than a third of impaired-related crashes taking place after 9 p.m.

“By making good decisions, having a plan and sticking to it, we can all contribute to improving our road safety,” police say on Facebook.

When it comes to Delta police stats, the first 11 months of this year are comparable to the same period in 2022.

In that year, 520 motorists were caught driving impaired compared to 527 for the same period this year.

ICBC pays police departments to operate CounterAttack programs in July and December. Delta will be funded to operate CounterAttack for eight days in December, involving six officers per shift.

But general patrol also operates CounterAttack events as time permits.

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The anti-drunk driving measures kicked off Saturday, Dec. 2, when Delta Police joined in the provincewide Light up the Province campaign.

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New safety rules for big rigs rolling down B.C. highways SANDOR GYARMATI

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The damage to the Highway 17A overpass in Delta, caused by a big truck collision, is one example of the need for tougher measures to reduce infrastructure crashes involving commercial vehicles.

That was the message from BC Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Rob Fleming, joined by BC Trucking Association President and CEO David Earle, at the Nordel Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement Station on Thursday.

Noting there have been about 30 crashes involving infrastructure in the past 24 months, with only a small percentage of drivers the problem, Fleming outlined a “pro-

gressive enforcement system” including increased fines and escalating consequences for companies, including being grounded to a halt for repeat offences.

“We know these collisions have a huge impact on our province, in addition to the serious risk of injury to the driver and others around them.

“These crashes delay commuters and affect the movement of goods in our economy. The incident at the Hwy. 17A crossing in Delta is a good example of this. There’s a lingering impact and huge cost from needless collisions like these … With safety as our number one priority, we know we need to do more. That’s why we’re taking tougher action to prevent these crashes,” said Fleming.

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Dave Earle, President and CEO of the BC Trucking Association (left) and Rob Fleming, BC Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, at the Nordel CVSE Inspection Station with new safety enforcement vehicle in the background.

He said carriers facing the loss of thousands of dollars a day will be a significant deterrent.

Fleming also noted fines will increase to $575 for over-height vehicles, but the province is talking with the trucking association regarding

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Earle agreed, halting commercial operators in order to undergo safety audits, or pulling their carrier safety certificates completely for continued offences, should be a deterrence.

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Motor Vehicle Act Regulations will also require dump-style vehicles to have in-cab warning devices by June 1, 2024. Those devices are to alert a driver if the dump box is raised when the vehicle is in motion.

Other measures include new regulations that will require heavy commercial vehicles to have their speed-limiting systems activated by April 5, 2024.

A big rig smashed into the underside the Delta overpass that crosses Highway 99 on July 18.

The province has approved the final design for repairs but decided to delay the scheduled work until 2024, following additional consultation with the City of Delta and stakeholders.

The project is to be completed in early April.

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A news release by the ministry notes, “Unprecedented penalties have recently been imposed by suspending a company’s entire fleet, while Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement investigates a crash. The immediate suspensions and the significant cost they bring to a company will be a permanent tool. However, repeat offenders will face longer suspensions and may have their certificate to operate in B.C. revoked.”

Earle added his association is working closely with the province on their “shared commitment to fostering a culture focused on riskprevention in the trucking industry.”

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First-degree murder charge laid in Ladner homicide

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A first-degree murder charge has been laid against a Delta woman following a suspected homicide in Ladner Monday night.

Delta Police said on Tuesday afternoon that 28-year-old Preety Teena Kaur Panesar was arrested in Ladner.

A familial relationship exists between Panesar and the deceased woman, who police are

not releasing the name of at this time. Panesar is in custody and made a first court appearance by video Tuesday afternoon. She was to have appeared in Surrey Provincial Court on Wednesday, Dec. 20.

Officers and the Delta Police Major Crimes Unit responded to a residence on 47A Ave., in Ladner, around 5:10 p.m. on Monday night (Dec. 18).

Investigators were on scene all night and well into Tuesday and con-

clusively determined that the woman’s death was the result of homicide.

Police say that in consideration of the ongoing investigation and legal proceedings, no further details will be disclosed.

“The Delta Police Department extends sincere condolences to the Panesar family during this challenging period,” said A/Insp. James Sandberg, media spokesperson for the department in a statement to the Optimist.

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Two men, one from Delta and the other from Langley, are facing several firearms charges, following a two-year investigation by the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit.

Spokesperson Sgt. Brenda Winpenny said in a Dec. 13 release, that police received information in December 2021 that led the Illegal Firearms Enforcement Team to start an investigation.

Matthew McKenzie Whitty, 36, from Delta, has been charged with two counts of possessing a restricted firearm, an improvised semi-automatic pistol; and two counts of possession of a restricted firearm.

He’s also charged with possessing a prohibited device designed to muffle sound and possession of a loaded firearm.

Justin Michael Bos, 38, from Langley, faces one count each of firearms manufacturing, possession of a prohibited device, importing a prohibited device, possession of a prohibited device designed to muffle sound, and possession of a loaded firearm.

Bos also faces two charges of possessing a restricted firearm, an impro-

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vised semi-automatic pistol.

“Privately made firearms represent a growing trend in B.C. and internationally, by which criminals attempt to obtain firearms and to profit from firearms sales,” said Insp. Joel Hussey, with the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit.

“CFSEU-BC is working closely with its partners across the province to investigate and disrupt the people and groups who may seek to illegally make and sell firearms.”

Warrants were issued allowing homes in Langley and Surrey to be searched in February and April 2022.

Police seized three Airsoft (pellet gun) pistols that were converted to .22 calibre firearms, two of which were fitted with silencers.

Police also seized several gun magazines, 15 silencers, ammunition and slides, or devices that are used to convert Airsofts into functioning firearms.

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Man rescued by coast guard near Tsawwassen terminal IAN JACQUES

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A man is recovering in hospital after a harrowing incident in the frigid waters near the BC Ferries Tsawwassen terminal Sunday night.

Delta Police say they received a call for assistance in relation to a boat that was adrift near the terminal.

“The boat had become untethered and was drifting near shore.

The owner of the boat believed he could swim to it and safely retrieve it; however, the owner did not consider the impacts of the water’s temperature,” acting Insp. James Sandberg, media spokesperson for Delta Police

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A man was rescued by the coast guard from the cold waters around the Tsawwassen ferry terminal Sunday night. said in an email to the Optimist.

“Before the man was able to get to the boat, his muscles seized, and he was unable to continue to the boat or return to shore.”

Sandberg said the caller notified police when the man was unable to

continue to the boat.

“Fortunately, a lifejacket kept him afloat until the arrival of the coast guard who returned the man to shore and retethered the boat,” said Sandberg. “The man is recovering from the cold under observation at a local hospital.”

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his edition (Dec. 21) of the Optimist is one of my favourite newspapers that we put together all year.

It’s the last edition before Christmas and we try to include as many Christmas stories and photos as we can. I like to refer to it as the ‘feel good’ paper of the year.

Thanks to the generosity of this great community of ours, hundreds of families will have a much brighter and happier Christmas.

The Deltassist toy depot and Christmas food hamper programs once again will fill the hearts and stomachs of many less fortunate.

The South Delta Rams, students at Southpointe and Delta Secondary all held various food and toy drives providing gifts and food to numerous organizations.

Then we have the realtors from our community who are donating bikes, food and money that they collected in the past few weeks.

The Delta Firefighters will be spreading a lot of Christmas cheer through their December Days of Giving campaign.

For the first time this year, the Delta Police Foundation and Amazon teamed up for a very successful toy and sock drive.

These are just a few of the wonderful stories that we present in this week’s edition of the Optimist.

Our annual Christmas greetings section is also full of photos from the many Christmas events and concerts that have taken place in the past month or so as well as the winners of our 34th annual Christmas colouring contest.

Like any community, we have our challenges, but it is truly heartwarming to see the community come together and support so many wonderful charitable organizations and causes during the holidays.

I hope that you find some joy and happiness as you flip through today’s paper.

From all of us at the Optimist, we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year for a prosperous 2024!

I could have sworn she said decorate

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hh, Christmas.

Time to put up the tree, hang the lights, wrap a few presents, sit back and relax a bit after a long year, but I guess my hearing must be going. I was sure my wife said decorate for Christmas, not renovate.

We’ve been planning some updates to our house for a while, especially new flooring. Well, the flooring is in and getting ready to be installed. Conveniently, I had forgotten the part about repairing and repainting about half of our house.

I get a little carried away when it comes to home improvement. I guess I watch a few too many of those renovation shows where they redesign and rebuild a complete house in an hour. I also forget about the part where, as soon as you get started, more problems come up.

I’ve had a list of things

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I wanted to add, fix, or replace for years, and now was my chance to do them.

A new pocket door, update the casing around the doors, all new baseboards, the works. When I’m done, it won’t look like the same house. Then again, decorating would make it look like a different house as well. I should have listened harder.

So here I am, a few days away from Christmas, not a tree, light, or decoration in site. The house is empty for

the new flooring, and I’m picking paint out of my hair (no, it’s not grey – but getting closer). As a friend of mine commented, ‘Dr ywall dust in the stocking!’ I like to think of it as my contribution to Christmas decorations, a light dusting of snow throughout the house.

It’s going to be a scramble, but I think we’ll make it. It will be like Christmas with the Kranks, where an entire holiday comes together in just a few hours, but without the cancelled cruise.

I must admit, it will look pretty good when it’s all done. Just in time for my Christmas nap.

Merry Christmas!

Brad Sherwin, MBA is a long-time resident of South Delta, and has over 30 years experience in marketing, public relations, and business strategy. He teaches post-secondary marketing, coaches hockey goalies and is past president of Deltassist.

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More cars bad for our world Editor: Re: Hybrid vehicles the way to go (Optimist, letters, Nov. 30) Hybrid or fully electric vehicles are great to drive, but they don’t offer a realistic strategy to forestall climate change.

Due to the impacts of the fossil fuels required for mining, refining and eventually disposing of the materials required to produce electric vehicles, and the ecological impacts of additional roads as our population increases, more vehicles of any kind are bad for the environment.

I drive when I need to, but on the whole, humanity cannot rely on personal vehicles much longer if we want humans and fellow creatures to thrive in a hospitable, natural environment.

The only ecological solution for transportation is fewer vehicles, of all kinds.

This is commonly referred to as “public transit.”

More of us need to use it - as uncomfortable as it might be to stand and wait for the next bus during an atmospheric river.

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Newcomers loving Ladner, carol ships were wonderful Editor: It was like being in a Christmas Hallmark movie. What a wonderful night in Ladner Harbour watching the parade of carol ships and listening to the fun and talented

band KickDrive play their clever mashups of Christmas music.

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very supportive of all the local events. Nice to see all ages out together having fun. Thanks to those who take the time to participate in and to put on this festive weekend.

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Thank you for your kindness Editor: Through the medium of your newspaper, I would like to take the opportunity to thank the very kind lady who helped me when I fell in the North 40 dog park on Nov. 28.

She stayed with me until the ambulance arrived. Your presence was a great comfort.

A thank you also to the paramedics as well.

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Delta bans campaign, political signs on city land The amendments are aimed at reducing political sign proliferation throughout the city, improve safety and reduce the environmental impacts

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Delta council has approved amendments to the city’s sign bylaw to restrict political signs to private property only That means municipal, provincial and federal election signs are no longer to be placed along city streets, roadways or any other city-owned public spaces.

A staff report notes that political signs on public property has always been a source of discussion among local governments, city staff who enforce the bylaw, election officials, members of the public, businesses and candidates.

In response to complaints during the 2018 municipal election, the city three years ago amended the sign bylaw to restrict installation of political signs to 18 specific locations on public property.

During the 2022 municipal election, concerns and complaints continued regarding political signs on public property including, among other concerns, the proliferation of campaign signs on public land as well as the vandalism and destruction of signs.

As a result, city council has approved further amendments, joining several municipalities within Metro Vancouver, including the City of Vancouver, City of Surrey and Township of Langley, which have now prohibited political signs on public property.

Election and political signs on provincial highways, however, are regulated by the province.

Elections BC does not regulate where and when signs may be placed, other than the restriction that signs are not permitted within 100 metres from a voting place.

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The City of Delta is updating its agricultural zone bylaw to keep in step with changes introduced by the provincial government and Agricultural Land Commission.

Council recently approved the series of amendments to the A1 Zone, which was originally adopted in 2006.

The changes ranged from an increase for the maximum floor area for a farmhouse, regardless of lot size, to match the ALC’s new regulations, to updating the regulations for cannabis production and processing.

However, council agreed not to proceed with new rules when it comes to agri-tourism.

A staff report notes that the updated ALC regulations permits agri-tourism accommodation, which is short-term on-farm accommodation in the form of tents, recreational vehicles or small cabins, up to a maximum of 10 sleeping units on a given property.

Local governments may choose

whether to permit and regulate those uses.

“During consultation with Delta’s Agricultural and Hunting Regulation Advisory Committee (AHRAC) and Delta Farmers’ Institute (DFI), there were concerns about the potential impacts of agri-tourism accommodation on agricultural operations. This included concerns regarding trespassing, increase in litter, crop damage, and conflicts between normal farm practices such as berry spraying and accommodation,” the report explains.

“Due to these concerns, staff recommend that proposals to establish an agri-tourism accommodation operation submit a temporary use permit application to the City for consideration instead of introducing more broadly agri-tourism accommodation regulations in the A 1 Zone update,” the report adds.

Up to 10 on-farm special non-farming events per year will be permitted.

A public hearing was not required for the zoning amendment as the bylaw is consistent with the Official Community Plan (OCP).

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Cycling group wants to see pathway all the way along 56th Street PHIL MELNYCHUK

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Tsawwassen’s town centre is going to grow, somehow, at some point, so to make sure time and money isn’t wasted, a local cycling group wants to ensure room is left on both sides of 56th Street for multi-use pathways that will allow seniors, school kids and everyone else to move around without depending on a car.

“HUB would love to see, in general, good cycling infrastructure on 56th Street and with all the development that looks like it’s coming, initially with the town centre mall development, and then further development likely down the road, we think it’s crucial that 56th Street be looked at for potential … for cycling lanes,” said Neil Pope, co-chair with the Delta committee of HUB Cycling.

“Without that, we’re going to put more cars on the road because of increased development that is coming in a big way.”

Century Group plans to apply to the City of Delta early in 2024 to redevelop Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall on 56th Street with plans to add several buildings and up to 1,250 residential units.

Pope said HUB would like to see a multi-use pathway on both sides of 56th Street from Eighth Avenue, all the way to Hwy. 17. He noted extending bike lanes from Sixth to Eighth avenue are currently in the City of Delta’s plans.

Pope said the group wants a comprehensive look at 56th Street from an active transportation standpoint. The group has advocated for that in the past but, “we’re going to be particularly advocating for this now,” will be talking to the city in the future.

“Because further development is coming … there will be other development along 56th Street. If we just build it in patches, it’s not going to work.

Everything must be connected, and we need to start thinking about this now because it’s coming,” said Pope. “It’s time to look at 56th Street in general, from a planning standpoint because this won’t be the last of developments along there.”

He said such pathways should get huge usage for a variety of non-auto users as the population grows.

“Now, you can have those e-everythings, bikes, and we can safely co-exist with the cars,” he said.

Currently, there is very little cycling infrastructure along 56th Street, he added.

He pointed out that without such lanes, a growing population could put more non-pedestrians, such as e-scooter users, onto sidewalks.

In general, HUB’s contacts within the development industry also seem interested, he said.

HUB is a cycling advocacy group with branches around Metro Vancouver.

“It’s feasible. I know there’s enough room on the road to put cycling lanes in.

It’s just a question of cost and redesigning the road a bit,” Pope said.

Coun. Rod Binder, vice chair of council’s transportation advisory committee, said staff are already working on the issue. He expects a report on bike lanes along 56th Street, from Tsawwassen town centre to Eighth Avenue as the priority, and then possibly to Hwy. 17, some time in the new year.

“From a timing standpoint, I think it’s important to integrate … at the same time as development comes along,” Binder said.

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The City of Delta has begun gathering public feedback on the revised application to redevelopment the Ladner Willows non-market rental housing complex.

The Red Door Housing Society recently submitted a new application for the site on Ladner Trunk Road at 55B Street. An original application,

which drew much controversy, was rejected last year following a public hearing.

The current proposal would see 146 units replace the existing complex.

A public information meeting will be scheduled for early 2024.

“Delta is committed to advancing consultation and engagement with the community for this project in a timely manner given the current housing challenges in Delta and the Metro

Vancouver region. Delta will host a Public Information Meeting for this project, giving you another opportunity to provide your feedback to the City,” according to the city.

The proposal for the new fivestorey complex requires a rezoning and Official Community Plan (OCP) amendment.

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Artificial intelligence improving colon cancer screening in Fraser Health Whether it’s a movie suggestion or an on-line chat with a virtual assistant like Alexa or Siri to perform tasks or answer queries, artificial intelligence (AI) is weaving its way into our lives in a big way.

In health care, (AI) is embedded in new technology like the GI Genius, a computer-aided system

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“This is a huge benefit for our patients,” says Dr. Scott Cowie, Surgeon, Langley Memorial Hospital. “By detecting and treating polyps early, we’re reducing the risk of missed findings and

improving the quality of life for people in our region.”

The GI Genius leverages artificial intelligence to more accurately detect pre-cancerous polyps that form in the intestinal tract and can put people at greater risk for colorectal cancer. The system works with existing technology to provide real-time information that a doctor or endoscopist can use to treat the patient.

The physical equipment resembles a black box with the “genie” being able to “see” polyps or lesions that the human eye might miss.

“The AI system gives us a second set of eyes in the room, with a computer system looking at digital images in real time and drawing the endoscopy team’s attention to something that may be abnormal,” adds Dr. Cowie.

“You have an objective observer on your shoulder all the time, not tired, pointing out something that may be of concern.”

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Colon Cancer Screening Program is the busiest of its kind in B.C., with more than 13-thousand referrals last year. Patients are referred to the Program when a fecal immunochemical test (FIT) comes back positive, or they are at risk for colon cancer based on medical condition and/or family history.

If colon cancer is detected at its earliest stage, the chance of survival is more than 90 per cent.

“There is a tremendous amount of work underway globally and within our own organization to enhance health care through research studies that explore the utility of artificial intelligence,” says Kate Keetch, Director of Research and Evaluation Services, Fraser Health.

“Leveraging AI to better screen for colon cancer is an example of how machine learning is giving us the opportunity to provide better patient care.”

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Province announces three more years of e-kick scooter studies PHIL MELNYCHUK

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While electric kick scooters have been zipping down sidewalks for while, B.C. is continuing its slow rollout of the micromobility devices.

The province started a three-year e-kick scooter pilot project in 2021.

That’s now being replaced by a four-year safety review that starts next year in 13 cities around B.C. Delta is not among those cities, although it could be. For the local committee of HUB Cycling, it’s not a priority.

“Personally, I don’t

think we need it here in Delta,” said Neil Pope, co-chair of HUB Cycling’s Delta committee. “It’s just not something we’re pushing for.”

According to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, additional cities can join in the study by passing

a resolution allowing e-scooters on their roads and then notifying the ministry. Cities can also decide which roads will be open to e-kick scooters during the study.

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Pope says, who was speaking personally, said that as the popularity of e-kick scooters grows, so will support for cycling infrastructure such as bike lanes.

“In general, we’re in favour of anything that gets people out of cars,” adding that will lead to separated lanes for cyclists, e-scooters and e-cyclists.

He pointed out that several other moredensely populated cities are already participating in the study.

In a ministry news release, the use of e-kick scooters for personal transportation is growing across B.C., said Trish Mandewo, president of the Union of BC Municipalities, saying that cities have asked the ministry to ensure that appropriate laws are in

place.

Roel Schootman, also with HUB, added that e-scooters are common in Norway and the Netherlands and are used for short commutes.

“In many cases, much more convenient than a bike or just walking,” Schootman said.

However, it’s still illegal to use e-scooters on Delta roads, or in any city that’s not part of the study.

Acting Insp. James Sandberg said that Delta Police will opt for education before enforcement.

“There can always be exceptions, and in an extreme situation, such as significantly increased danger, we could in theory choose enforcement as a solution,” Sandberg said.

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Delta lays out tunnel replacement construction concerns SANDOR GYARMATI

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The City of Delta has outlined issues it wants the BC Environmental Assessment Office (BC EAO) to consider regarding the George Massey Tunnel replacement project.

Council recently endorsed a staff recommendation on what should be the city’s input to the BC EAO’s recent public comment period, which wrapped up in mid-December.

The feedback gathered was on how the environmental assessment should be conducted, including future engagement with stakeholders and identifying the required information for the assessment.

The report notes that, overall, staff have not identified any significant issues or concerns not addressed in the process planning documents, other than the fact the scope of work does not include a proposed River Road Overpass.

However, some of the key comments

and issues of importance identified by Delta include construction noise, light and vibration for the River Woods strata development which is located within close proximity of the future tunnel.

A noise barrier will be constructed with the new Deas slough bridge leading into the tunnel, but the report notes it is recognized that the construction will result in temporary community noise and dust impacts.

City staff are seeking assurances that, within the construction noise management plan for the project, there will be an effective mechanism for receiving and responding to concerns from the community related to construction noise.

The province confirmed that buyout of properties at River Woods not directly impacted by permanent or temporary project components would not occur, which is consistent practice for provincial projects.

The report also notes that it is a priority for Delta to maintain the connectivity of the Millennium Trail.

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Tsawwassen couple tweaking new way of tea in Tilbury The response has been encouraging with their Tea Disc Essentials named as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things a year ago PHIL MELNYCHUK

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It turns out that Tsawwassen couple Su-Mari and Tim Hill didn’t need the dragons’ help after all.

After a 90-minute hour pitch for their iLola tea on CBC’s Dragon’s Den TV show in May, edited to a five-minute on-air episode in November, the couple received an offer from one of the most well-known dragons, Arlene Dickinson.

But that was just one of four offers from the panel of entrepreneurs during the show, an experience Su-Mari described as “fantastic.”

“It was just a wonderful experience.”

Instead of making a deal with one of the dragons however, a U.S.

company invested which will allow iLola to expand production and markets.

“We actually got offered a better deal right during the same time …”

Su-Mari said.

Su-Mari, a foodie and tea fan, came up with the idea of binding loose-leaf tea into a disc that can be stored in a humidor, which controls humidity and preserves flavour. Ilola is a Swahili name meaning, “to grow strong.”

The response has been encouraging with their Tea Disc Essentials named as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things a year ago, and iLola being named number one in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Gifts for Foodies in 2022. iLola also won a Good

Housekeeping best kitchen product this year.

Ilola patented their tea disc globally in 2021 and then launched into the U.S. the next year.

Patenting and trademarking alone took more than two years.

“We officially launched it into the U.S. in September 2022 and

by October, we were on Oprah’s Christmas list,” she said.

The recognition is encouraging.

“We’ve won various awards and accolades that definitely gives us a little bit of PR, for sure.”

Once the production processes are finalized, the company can scale up production by next summer.

“We’re giving ourselves a good six to eight months to ensure that

our processes are set up to handle the growth that we foresee coming,” Su-Mari said.

The company has partnered with biologists at Langara College for research and development to allow them to expand production of the probiotic binder used in the tea disc.

Once processes and procedures have been refined, production will ramp up in their location in Tilbury Industrial Park.

In addition to selling online, iLola also partners with companies in the hospitality field, who until now, have been using a tea bag in a stainless-steel pot.

“The hospitality industry is looking to upgrade their service and so we are talking to some partners to launch it into

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Jumping into the business big leagues isn’t for the faint of heart. The couple, with five children, sold their condos in Vancouver and now rent in Tsawwassen.

“At some point, you have to either decide, you’re all in, or you get

out,” she said. “We are entrepreneurs at heart and we’re not going to do something if we don’t believe in it.

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Happy New Year

Spirit of Christmas alive and well in Delta PHIL MELNYCHUK

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The East Delta Hall was beginning to fill up on Monday, Dec. 11, as toys kept rolling in from around Delta to help out those struggling this year with the costs of Christmas.

Community services coordinator Randi-lee Lensen said with registration complete, about 350 families had signed up to come to the depot.

From Dec. 12 to 14, moms and dads who’d registered with DeltaAssist, dropped in at the East Delta Hall and

picked up toys, clothes, books and puzzles that they can put under the Christmas tree for their family.

Lensen said that demand this year looked similar to last year’s toy depot, which was the first in a few years following the pandemic shut down. “ … so far, hampers and toy depot, it seems to be about equal,” to last year, she said. Along with the families registered, were a “boatload of children,” she added.

Many of the toys are dropped off at Deltassist’s two offices in North and South Delta,

as well as at drop-off locations around the city.

When the Optimist visited, some of the 115 volunteers at the hall were getting prepared for the delivery of a big truckload of toys from the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau.

Lensen said donations of toys were still being accepted up to Dec. 13, and if there are any extra, they’re kept for next year.

She noted that donations usually don’t consist of trendy, pricey toys.

For example, there was only one donation of a Lululemon side bag.

“Just one. And this was

a miracle,” said Lensen.

Buying toys for kids in their mid or late teens was also a challenge, as there were only two tables in the hall for that age group.

Dozens of volunteers helped to produce this year’s toy depot, including employees from CIBC, Royal Bank of Canada, United Way and the Delta firefighters.

Some of the families who registered were able to have family portraits taken Nov. 25, courtesy of local photographers.

Bicycles, some brand new and some gently used and restored, were

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Deltassist food hampers help out on Christmas day PHIL MELNYCHUK

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The warehouse at Paridon Horticultural Ltd. was a busy place Monday (Dec. 18) as Christmas crept closer and food hampers needed filling.

“Hey, the last three hampers have arrived,” said David Fredericksen, helping out with coordinating the huge operation of assembling and filling about 1,000 boxes of food for Christmas.

“That’s OK,” comes the willing reply as a small crew gets up from a coffee break and goes back to work.

This year, volunteers from several service clubs put together hampers which consisted of two boxes that were stuffed with canned goods, cereal, cookies, bread, pasta, a roasting chicken and even locally made chocolates.

Fresh potatoes and turnips for the

Christmas meal were provided by local producers, Felix Farms, Brent Kelly farms, Swenson farms and Rod Burr.

This year, sees one change in the hampers. Roasting chickens are being substituted for Christmas turkeys, in order to keep the costs down.

The number of food hampers given out has been consistent over the past few years at about 500, said Fredericksen.

“For the last four years (skipping 2020 and 2021 during the pandemic) it’s been very stable at 500 to 520,” he said.

Collecting donations, storing, creating the hampers, worth between $150 and $200 each and distributing them to needy families is a community effort aided by many who help however they can.

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free. They’ve been doing that for about 15 years.

“They give us the warehouse. They give us the forklift. And help in any way we need. And without them, we’d be lost,” said Bob Taggart who’s coordinating the operation. He’s been volunteering to put together the hampers for 37 years.

This year as well, employees at Lululemon, which has an operation in Delta, donated three pallets’ worth of food which just came in the door on Monday.

Local service clubs including the Kinsmen, Ladner Legion, Ladner Rotary, North Delta Lions, North Delta Rotary, Tsawwassen Lions, TOOBs, along with Tom Boon, drove around to several Delta schools to pick up the collections of food.

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in order to get the food to the doorsteps.

The food hampers, along with the toy depot that took place last week, is part of the Deltassist Family and Community Services Society Christmas program.

“We’re always grateful to the community, and the community responds every year,” said Fredericksen.

“We’d be lost without all the volunteers and all the clubs and as you can see, it’s an older group. Thank God for seniors,” said Taggart.

He added that Saturday (Dec. 23) is the big delivery day when the younger volunteers show up, adding they have to work and can’t be expected to help out mid-week.

Other companies that helped out include Cascades Packaging, Lions Gate Fisheries, Chewters Chocolates, St. Jean’s Cannery, Bill Bates, King’s Link Golf Course and Monte Cristo Bakery.

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A28 The Delta Optimist December 21, 2023

Happy New Year

DSS 20 Days of Giving campaign a huge success

Food hampers will be created for 29 local families For more than 21 years, students at Delta Secondary have held the 20 Days of Giving Campaign to collect food items, pet food, toiletries, gift cards and cash donations to create hampers for local families in need to help them enjoy the festive season.

Members of the school’s Interact Club also collected donations at Save On Foods in Ladner on Dec. 5.

This year’s campaign, which ran from Nov. 20 until Dec. 15, raised an incredible $11,000 and will help make the holiday season a memorable time for 29 local families.

Organizers of the initiative, educators

Ms. Blatz, Mr. Harkley and Ms. Collings said: “It is incredible to see our students and local community work together to help those in need in our community.

The 20 Days of Giving Campaign is a highlight of our school year. The old adage ‘It’s better to give than receive’ certainly rings true with this campaign. Thank to you everyone who was involved in this year’s initiative – those who donated, those who collected and those who put together the wonderful hampers. We wish everyone in our community a wonderful holiday season.”

-Submitted by Delta School District

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A30 The Delta Optimist December 21, 2023

Happy New Year

London Drugs helps ensure seniors have a Christmas too PHIL MELNYCHUK

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The staff at Delta View delivery gifts to the senior residents.

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Everyone, including residents at Good Samaritan Delta View Care Centre, needs to see something from Santa on Christmas and thanks to donors and London Drugs, they will.

So far, under the Stocking Stuffers for Seniors program, shoppers at the store have bought almost 300 gifts for seniors after picking up a gift tag from the store’s Christmas tree and buying a gift that matches the wishes of a resident on that tag.

After buying the gift, donors give the presents to London Drugs customer service which ensures they are delivered to residents over Christmas.

Each tag contains a wish list from a local senior, or a general “wish list” from a participating local care home or charitable partner organization.

“Some of our residents have asked for very specific things,” which required donors to buy online or visit other stores, said Mike Fenn, recreation manager at Delta View.

Because of the response, the home has now converted a room to hide more than 300 presents until Christmas.

“We just hopefully did our final load today (Dec. 13). It’s been about a twoweek undertaking,” Fenn said. “Thanks to the community of Delta for making this a special time of the year at the home.”

This is the first year that Delta View has participated in the Stocking Stuffers for Seniors campaign which began in 2015. The program is now offered in all London Drug locations.

Some of the gifts were handed out Dec. 12 with the remainder handed out on Dec. 20, when Santa and Mrs. Claus, along with Elvis, visited Delta View.

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Happy New Year

Deltassist receives a generous donation from Southpointe Academy Class of 2024 Southpointe Academy’s graduating class recently showcased their commitment to the local community by directing 10 per cent of the proceeds from their Giving Tuesday fundraiser towards Deltassist’s Toy Depot and Hamper Drive.

“I’m very grateful to be in a school where we have an opportunity to help others, and on behalf of the Grade 12 class, we’d like to thank everyone in our school who helped us raise these funds,” says Sydney Harland, Head Prefect of Southpointe Academy.

Southpointe is proud to be a part of the local community, and caring for others is important, especially at this time of year. Making this donation was not only about giving back but also a part of the learning journey.

Engaging in charitable activities fosters a sense of inquiry and empathy,

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Students from Southpointe Academy Class of 2024 with their donation cheque to Deltassist.

enabling students to understand the needs of their community and actively seek ways to address them.

The donation exemplifies the commitment of Southpointe students to becoming individuals who actively contribute to their community with courage, resilience, and kindness.

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A32 The Delta Optimist December 21, 2023

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The Rev. Peter Smyth of Mission to Seafarers accepts gifts of warm toques, winter socks, reading material and Christmas goodies donated by the members of All Saints Church in Ladner. Ellen Pearson, who organized the gathering of the gifts is making the presentation.

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The Delta Firefighters Charitable Society is excited to kick off the December Days of Giving with a $10,000 donation to Deltassist Family & Community Services. Other donations in the coming days will see: $9,600 to Mamas for Mamas, which purchased 32 $300-gift cards for every Delta family registered with Mama’s for Mama’s Christmas program; $8,000 for a blanket warmer for the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation; $10,000 to Delta Gymnastics’ RISE Adaptive Program for kids with extra needs; $10,500 to the Reach Child and Youth Development Society for speech therapy for kids with special needs; $10,000 to the Delta Life Skills Society to send children and youth to summer camp; $5,000 SDBC Tutoring to provide tutoring support for children with Dyslexia and for the first time, the society donated $10,000 to the Honour House Society, in New Westminster, for first responders and military veterans recovering from trauma.

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A34 The Delta Optimist December 21, 2023

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On Dec. 7, 10 students from Francophone Public School Bois-Joli celebrated Delta’s holiday season. They met Mayor George Harvie and decorated the City Hall’s Christmas tree with handmade decorations. Joined by Chantal Fadous, Trustee of The Fraser Valley, and Principal Isabelle Baril, the students were enthusiastic ambassadors of Delta’s Francophone community. Bois-Joli is part of the SD93 school district, which encompasses 47 Francophone Public Schools in B.C.

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On behalf of the team at the Delta Police Department, we wish our community a safe and joyous holiday season.

Happy New Year

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The South Delta Realtors raised $2,070 for the South Delta Food Bank and donated 10 bikes and three strider bikes to Deltassist for local families for Christmas.

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Happy New Year

from Mayor George V. Harvie and Delta Council

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Last weekend the South Delta Rams held their fourth annual toy drive. The toy drive was started when a former South Delta Ram, now South Delta Sun Devil Gage Spargo had approached the club looking for support. His mission was to provide gifts to hospitalized children amid the challenges of the COVID pandemic. The South Delta Rams have since continued to support Gage and his goal of helping kids and families in need during the holiday season. With the community support in the four years the club has been able to provide more than 800 gifts to Vancouver Children’s Hospital and Ronald McDonald House.

In a new initiative this year, the club also collected non-perishable items to aid families in Delta through Deltassist. Gage and the South Delta Rams want to extend a heartfelt appreciation to the generous community members who came forward to support this meaningful cause.

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Mayor George V. Harvie and Delta Council extend warm wishes to our community for a joyous Christmas and a safe, festive holiday season!

May the spirit of the holidays bring you togetherness and be brimming with hope, peace, and prosperity.

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A40 The Delta Optimist December 21, 2023

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Marie Haynew and her dog Zsa Zsa had a picture taken with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 16 when he paid a visit to the residents at The Wexford.

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Families had lots of Christmas fun posing for photos, taking pictures with Santa, participating in arts and crafts and taking to the ice for a skate at the South Delta Rec Centre as the City of Delta presented a morning with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 9.

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A42 The Delta Optimist December 21, 2023

Happy New Year

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Delta youth had a chance to show off their creative side and provide some Christmas gifts for many on Saturday, Dec. 16, as the City of Delta hosted a youth Christmas craft market at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre.

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The Delta Police Foundation put out the call and the people of Delta answered, with piles of plush new toys of every type to ensure a lot of children will have a brighter Christmas this year.

The foundation launched its Red and Blue Sock and Toy Drive a few weeks ago and has collected a bunch of both.

This is the first year for the campaign, which started when the foundation was approached by Amazon, which also contributed.

On Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 12 and 13, volunteers and police were collecting boxes and pallets of toys that were to be delivered to the South Delta Food Bank, the food bank at Crossroads United Church and the Guru Nanak Food Bank.

“It’s over the moon,”

PHOTO COURTESY DELTA POLICE

The Delta Police Foundation launched its Red and Blue Sock and Toy Drive a few weeks ago and has collected a bunch of both.

Leslie Abramson, chair of the police foundation, said of the amount of donations of good quality toys. “There will be a lot of happy kids.”

She pointed out Amazon approached the foundation with the idea of having a Christmas toy drive. Other police departments also do toy drives.

The company already donates between one and three pallets of toys, food,

and clothes per month that the foundation then forwards to local charities.

Abramson pointed out that other big companies such as Walmart, Global Container Terminals Canada, Your Dollar Store and More in Tsawwassen and Real Canadian Superstore in North Delta, have also chipped in while Rotary clubs in Delta had a friendly competition about who can

collect the most socks.

They were helped a lot by the kids in Grade 4 at South Park Elementary who donated 600 pairs of new socks.

Both employees at Amazon, and the company, have contributed in a big way by filling six pallets with new toys, including electronics, such as gaming headsets for teens, from its various locations.

The toys will help brighten the day Dec. 20 at the South Delta Food Bank located at Lighthouse Church, when they’ll be given out during a Christmas barbecue.

Toys were collected from drop-off locations at community police offices around the city. The toy drive will happen next year as well, Abramson said.

“It’s grand. It’s been fabulous, so we’re just so grateful to be able to do this,” she said.

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The Ladner Business Association and its many volunteers and special guests served up a wonderful Breakfast with Santa in Ladner on Saturday, Dec. 2 in what has become a beloved Christmas tradition in Delta.

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16A Ave, 17A Ave, 57th St, 57A St...................................................................................................................................59 Alpenwood Lane, Groveridge Wynd, Sherwood Blvd, Pl....................................................................................................44 66A St, 67th St, 3rd Ave ..................................................................................................................................................55 Ehkolie Cres, Shaman Cres, Skana Dr, Walalee Dr ...........................................................................................................83 Pacific Dr ........................................................................................................................................................................36 Pacific Dr, Stahaken Crt, Pl ..............................................................................................................................................44 11A Ave, 12th Ave, 50th St, Bayview Dr, Chehalis Dr, Wilmington Dr, 50B St ....................................................................97 54th St, 56th St, 7B Ave, 7th Ave, Gilchrist Dr, Pl .............................................................................................................77 4A Ave, 54th St, 5B Ave, 6th Ave, Allen Dr, Rawlins Cres ..................................................................................................82 6th Ave, 7A Ave, Dogwood Dr, Lane, Stevens Dr, Lane, Weaver Dr....................................................................................69 8A Ave, 12th Ave, 49th St, English Bluff Rd......................................................................................................................40 12th Ave, 13A Ave, 55 St, Malibu Pl, Malvern Pl, 12th Ave ...............................................................................................44 12Th Ave, 52nd St 53A St, Belair Cres, Camaro Dr, Belair Dr ...........................................................................................70 12th Ave, 52nd St, Cliff Dr, Pl, Winskill Dr ........................................................................................................................72 46th Ave, 47th Ave, 54th St, 54A St.................................................................................................................................70 45A Ave, 60B St, 61 ST, Ladner Trunk Rd.........................................................................................................................79 Brodie Rd, 61st St, Crescent Dr .......................................................................................................................................54 Bentley Dr, Pl, Calvert Dr, Ferry Rd, Heron Bay, Linden Dr, Westminster Ave......................................................................76

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Universal joy at Christmas Music ripples out of cars and scratchy stereo speakers at every corner, and out of every home in the neighbourhood. It’s the last month of the year and school is out for the little ones.

There’s chatter, laughter, bargaining, picturetaking - a spring in everyone’s step. These are just some of the ways you can tell that uKisimusi, or Christmas, in Zimbabwe, has arrived.

“Christmas in Zimbabwe is packed with festive activity. The universal joy of Christmas is certainly wonderful.”

(Author unknown) For many in Zim, clocking in for morning church services gets Christmas Day started.

It is often the only time

Minister’s Minute SIMBARASHE BASVI

St. David’s Anglican Church

of year that one’s entire family is gathered under one roof to fellowship.

Christmas Eve is when the food preparations start because a large meal for a large family is on the menu. Sometimes an animal is slaughtered, and traditional beer

is hand-brewed out of sorghum or malt, for a big feast. You can also look forward to mouthwatering okra relish and nutty pumpkin soup accompanied by staple starches like stiff corn meal and peanut butter rice. Ideally, there is more than enough food to go around for seconds and thirds because hey, Christmas only comes once a year!

Wherever we are this Christmas, may we engage in the universal joy that God brings.

As we unwrap our Christmas presents and enjoy the festivities, remember the greatest gift God has unwrapped for us, his Son Jesus Christ.

Merry Christmas!

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Sacred Heart Catholic Church 3900 Arthur Drive, Ladner 604-946-4522 sacredheartparish.ca

Mass Schedule Saturday at 5pm Sunday at 9am, 11am and 5pm Daily Mass in the Chapel at 9am Mon-Sat

LADNER GOSPEL ASSEMBLY “A place where love and friendship matters”

Sunday Worship Service 10:30am All Ages Welcome!

www.ladnergospelassembly.com

All Saints Anglican Church LO VE L I K E J E SUS

SUNDAYS 10AM

SOUTHDELTA.ORG 604-943-8244

Join us Sunday Eucharist @ 10 am, Eucharist and Bible Study Wednesdays @ 10 am For more information www.allsaintsladner.org or call 604-946-8413.

4755 Arthur Drive, Delta

Everyone welcome to worship with us Sundays at 10:00 a.m.

Rev. Jason Truell Sunday, December 24th at 6:30 p.m.

Christmas Eve Service Christmas Day at 10:00 a.m. 中文主日崇拜 10:00 a.m.

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ONLINE OR IN-PERSON, Sundays @ 9:30 a.m. www.ladnerlife.com info@ladnerlife.com 5545 Ladner Trunk Rd.

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Sunday Service 10 am Wed. Service 11 am 604-943-4737 st.davidsdelta51@gmail.com

5575 6th Ave Tsawwassen, BC 604-943-3432

Pastor Thomas Keeley

Tsawwassen United Church

693 – 53rd Street, Tsawwassen

We invite you to worship in person Sundays at 9am or online anytime at www.benedictionlutheran.org

Welcome to everyone for

Join us as we celebrate God’s grace

“Be Faithful, be true, be a blessing”

Worship & Friendship Sundays @ 10:00 am

Rev Daniel Kirkegaard tuc@telus.net 604.943.2911

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A D V I C E F R O M T H E PROFESSIONALS What is Property Transfer Tax and do I have to pay it?

Every Christmas I come in to buy coin sets to give out and the last number of years you have a sale on them.

Are you having the sale again this year?

Our Sixth Annual Royal Canadian Mint product sale starts November 1 and continues until December 31, 2023.

All Mint product from 2020 and older has an addition 25% off our lowest marked price.

Jim Richardson, owner

Mint product from 2021 is 15% off our lowest marked price, and 2022 Mint product has a 10% off our lowest price.

For some of the Mint products from 2010-2020 this works out to almost halve the issue price from the Canadian Mint.

We have restocked the display cases with lots of newly purchased items so come in early and find the item that you missed 1from the Mint at a much lower price than you would have paid.

Western Coin & Stamp

Western Coin & Stamp 6960 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC V6Y 2C5 www.westerncoinsandstamps.net westerncns@telus.net

The property transfer tax is charged by the Provincial Government and is collected by your lawyer or Notary at closing. In British Columbia, the amount the purchaser must pay is 1% of the first $200,000 and 2% of the balance. Home Lisa Manwaring buyers are exempt from paying PTT in British Columbia if you have never owned a home anywhere (this includes purchases outside of Canada) and the purchase is $500,000 or under. There are also special exemptions for anyone purchasing a www.lisamanwaring.com lisa@southwestmortgage.ca new construction up to $750,000.

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Any advice to help me navigate the next few months?

What tire pressure should my tires be adjusted to?

As 2023 draws to a close and 2024 is anything but certain; keeping yourself in good health and spirits is more important than ever. We are here to assist you in maintaining your wellness. We offer many different services from SAD lights, vitamin recommendations, travel health consultations and medication reviews.

Maintaining your tire pressure is a simple, but important step in keeping your vehicle in top running condition. A correctly inflated tire will maximize tread life, fuel mileage, and keep you and your family safe.

From all of us; wishing health, happiness, peace and joy for you, your family and loved ones this Christmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year.

“Your personal pharmacist is with you every step of the way” is not just a slogan – it is THE reason Paul Gibbons, Pharmacist/Owner at the Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy in Tsawwassen, looks forward to helping you every day.

Windsor Woods, Tsawwassen #4 - 1363 56th Street

778-434-3300

www.medicineshoppe.ca email: ms0367@store.medicineshoppe.ca

Every vehicle has a specific tire pressure which is displayed on the driver’s door jamb, glove box, or in your owner’s manual. Never rely simply on the maximum pressure rating on the tires sidewall. This pressure should be checked and adjusted cold - when the vehicle had been sitting overnight, or driven less than a few kilometers, and with a good, trusted pressure gauge.

Appointments are booking up quickly - reach out to Delta Mobile Tire for your next mobile tire service!

How can I give back to the Delta Hospital Campus of Care this holiday season and maximize my 2023 tax credit?

Here are some plumbing and drainage tips for Christmas:

During the season of giving, donating to your local hospital is a wonderful way to give back to your community. By making a charitable gift to Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation, you are supporting the health and well being of the Delta community including your family, friends and neighbours.

While the holiday season is a time for celebration, it’s also important to be mindful of your plumbing and drainage systems to ensure a hassle-free and enjoyable time.

As the year comes to a close, a charitable donation will also help you to maximize your year-end tax credit. There are many ways to donate including making a one-time donation, becoming a monthly donor or making a tribute gift in memory or in honour of a loved one. Gifts received before December 31st, 2023 will ensure a 2023 charitable tax receipt.

Shari Barr,

Annual Giving Manager

Alex Lee

Delta Mobile Tire

Deltamobiletire@gmail.com www.deltamobiletire.com

1. Be Mindful of Grease and Food Scraps: Avoid pouring grease down the drain as it can solidify and lead to clogs. Instead, collect grease in a container and dispose of it in the trash. Use a strainer in the kitchen sink to catch food scraps and prevent them from going down the drain.

With help from donor dollars, the Foundation can continue to fund and promote outstanding healthcare at the Delta Hospital Campus of Care including Irene Thomas Hospice, Mountain View Manor and our ‘Coming Home’ campaign for a new long term care community.

2. Monitor Toilet Paper Usage: With guests around, your toilet will likely be used more frequently. Remind everyone not to use excessive amounts of toilet paper and to flush only appropriate materials. No disposable wipes, paper towel or feminine products.

For more information on how you can donate, please contact Shari Barr at 604.940.9695 or shari.barr@dhchfoundation.ca, or visit our website: www.dhchfoundation.ca

3. Avoid Overloading the Garbage Disposal: Don’t overload the garbage disposal with large quantities of food at once. Feed it gradually to prevent clogs.

shari.barr@dhchfoundation.ca dhchfoundation.ca

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236-330-6512

Henry and Fredy

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Nature Notes: Salmon say thanks, and return to Cougar Creek DEBORAH JONES

C o u g a r C re e k S t re a m ke e p e r s

To the delight of volunteer Cougar Creek Streamkeepers - and herons, it has been a busy spawning season in North Delta’s most productive salmon stream.

Since mid-October, more than 300 wild coho have returned from the ocean to the creek where

ing creek brings vital oxygen to eggs. Job done, the spawners die and their final role unfolds - protein and minerals their bodies have accumulated at sea now feed and fertilize life in the creek and adjacent “salmon forest.”

When all goes well, (no romping dog unwittingly destroys a redd, for example), coho alevins emerge in early

they began life. Returns will continue at a slower pace until late December.

A spawning female uses her tail to dig shallow depressions in the creek bottom, depositing thousands of eggs in each.

After fertilization of eggs by a male, she covers each “redd” with a low mound of gravel, through which the flow-

spring, their yolk sacs still attached. Within weeks, they develop into tiny fry.

They spend a year in their natal creek, growing to four to six centimetres, before heading downstream in late spring of their second year, to an estuary where they can adapt to saltwater in preparation for their time in the ocean (typically 18 months).

Despite this year’s heat and drought, Cougar Creek’s 2023 spawning season looks good.

Streamkeepers hope their many stewardship projects during the past four decades – in collaboration with the City of Delta, Delta School District, DFO, BC Wildlife Federation and countless volunteers - may be helping this unique urban

salmon run stay resilient.

Restored streambank vegetation, gravel spawning beds, embracing beaver wetlands, rain gardens and swales – these simple tools help nature provide healthy creeks that bring life to salmon and joy to people.

For more, see www. dncb.wordpress.com and www.facebook.com/ DeltaNats/.

A D V I C E F R O M T H E PROFESSIONALS I have an especially hard time hearing in noisy environments, such as restaurants or family dinners. Do hearing aids address this?

Dr. McPhie what three daily life habits do you think can have profoundly positive impacts on our wellbeing and longevity?

That’s a great question! What a beautiful way to finish this year and start 2024. There are many simple things you can do but let’s focus on:

Many do! While some very basic models simply make everything louder (including the ambient noises around you), many of the more sophisticated hearing aids are designed to address background noise.

When a hearing loss is present and all sounds are reduced or inaudible, the brain essentially becomes Mark Nickel lazy and stops properly filtering out background BC-HIP, B.Sc noise. In most cases, when an individual begins Hearing Instrument using hearing aids designed to address background Practitioner noise, all sounds are once again heard clearly by the brain. When this happens, the brain has to retrain itself in selective listening skills.

This adjustment process can take some time, so it’s important to be patient as you wait Phone: 604-943-0033 for your hearing in noisy environments 5682 12 Avenue, Tsawwassen to return. www.TsawwassenHearing.com

• Change the one habit you know is impeding your health and wellbeing. Eg stop numbing out in front of a screen, improve the way you communicate with loved ones, reduce alcohol, reduce those foods you know are not healthy.

• Find your tribe and connect more with the family and friends you have. Our connection to ourselves, others and nature keeps us healthy on a very profound level.

Dr. Heli McPhie, BSc, N.D.

• Speak kindly to yourself and others. I think this world needs a bit more kindness. A bit more patience. A bit more compassion. A bit more resilience.

And the team at The Village Clinic is here to help.

Happiest wishes.

Xox

www.thevillageclinic.com info@thevillageclinic.com

778-434-3072

When is the best time to book my next vacation?

Can I straighten my teeth without the use of the traditional metal braces?

NOW is the perfect time to book your next vacation to fabulous destinations such as the Caribbean, Alaska, and Europe! Our team of travel experts are here to help you find:

Everyone has heard of the nightmare stories of having metal brackets and wires in their mouths and what kind of damage they can do. Cleaning and flossing your teeth is nearly impossible with these traditional braces. Every month wires get tightened and changed causing the mouth to never really heal properly and the person to deal with the discomfort every month.

What we offer at our dental practice is clear tray braces that Dr. Raj Dhiman have no metal or wires to interfere with everyday life. These 604-946-9588 series of trays are slightly different every 2 weeks to correct the alignment of the teeth. The movement is very gradual so there is almost little to no discomfort that you would typically experience with the traditional braces. Monthly appointments are not required because the trays are so simple to change at home on your own. Full time wear during the day and more importantly at night allows treatment time to be less than the braces. Brushing and flossing is just 130 – 4977 Trenant Street, Delta the same as if you weren’t straightening smile@ladnerdentist.com your teeth at all.

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DELTA SPORTS

Sports stories?

Contact Ian at ijacques@delta-optimist.com or call 604-998-3616

Tsawwassen martial arts students earn black belts After one silver medal and six bronze medals at the 2023 Karate World Championship, it looks like Tsawwassen Martial Arts is ending 2023 with another big bang.

Last Sunday (Dec. 10), after a seven-day long test, which challenged the students mentally, emotionally, and physically, six of TMA’s best students earned their internationally recognized 1st Degree Black Belts.

The students include: Matthew Neufeld, Eric Pearson, Marley Bretherick, Lucas Maxwell, Camden Louie and Chase DeDecker.

TMA also participated in the Canada

Karate Open 2023 at the Richmond Oval on Dec. 9.

TMA ranked second out of more than 150 clubs at the tournament.

Here are the medalists: Double gold medalists in Kata (Forms) and Kumite (Sparring) Emily Lapadatu Nate Larsen Donald Jorgenson Amelia Jorgenson Silver medals in Kata (Forms) Dallas Maxwell Noah Larsen Silver medals in Kumite (Sparring) Emie Taylor Noah Larsen Emil Halushka Bronze medals in Kata (Forms) Emily Montgomery

Harrison Maxwell Connor An Ethan Vanneste Camden Louie Olivia Wolf Ashton Atwal Bronze medals in Kumite (Sparring) Claire Naysmith Olivia Coulter Olivia Wolf Emily Montgomery Bayett Sanders Connor An Dallas Maxwell Camden Louie Hannah Francis-Bain Isabelle Lapadatu Coaches, Ms. Jane, Ms. Christin and Sensei Laurian send a big shoutout to the rest of TMA participants for their outstanding performance and dedication.

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PHOTO COURTESY TSAWWASSEN MARTIAL ARTS

Matthew Neufeld, Eric Pearson, Marley Bretherick, Lucas Maxwell, Camden Louie and Chase DeDecker all recently earned their 1st Degree Black Belts.

Delta Tideway Scullers clinch win at Head of the Hooch

In a display of skill and endurance, Lisa Simpson and James Norris, of Delta Tideway Scullers Association, emerged triumphant at the Head of the Hooch 2023, securing victory in the highly competitive mixed-double category.

Against a backdrop of clear skies and a crisp morning chill, Simpson and Norris navigated the challenging waters of the Tennessee River with precision and finesse, beating 42 other entries from around North America.

The Head of the Hooch, an esteemed rowing regatta held annually in November in Chattanooga, Tenn., attracts top-tier rowers making it a pin-

nacle event in the rowing calendar.

Representing Delta Tideway Scullers Association, Simpson and Norris showcased teamwork and synchronization, navigating the course with a blend of speed and strategy. Their victory not only underscores their individual prowess, but also highlights the seamless coordination required in the mixeddouble category, where male and female rowers must harmonize their efforts for success.

Delta Tideway Scullers Association is a tightknit community of rowers who share a common passion for excelling in the sport. The team, characterized

by its commitment to excellence, trains rigorously to enhance their skills and foster a strong sense of camaraderie.

Against the backdrop of Delta’s serene waters, the Delta Tideway Scullers Association represents not only a pursuit of athletic achievement but also a shared dedication to the beauty and challenge of rowing in this unique and scenic location.

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James Norris and Lisa of Delta Tideway Scullers Association emerged triumphant at the Head of the Hooch 2023.

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Contact Dean at 604.603.8538 or dbauck@deanbauck.com RealEstateConsultant

Royal LePage Regency Realty Ltd., 1333 – 56th Street, Delta, BC

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GORGEOUS FAMILY HOME IN HAWTHORNE This lovely home with tons of renovations. Offering main floor living w/oversize living area, dining, kitchen & family room w/patio walk out to a west facing private back garden. 3 bdrms & 2 full baths complete the perfect floor plan.

Kitchen has center island w/quartz counter tops, stainless 4 burner gas range w/double convection oven as well as a 2nd convection wall oven & microwave. Oversized double car garage, newer roof & furnace. Ready to move right in.

5007 Linden Drive, Ladner

$1,588,000

SOUTHPOINTE - 55+ GATED COMMUNITY Welcome to Southpointe, a quiet, adult-oriented (55+), gated community. Over 1,300 square feet with 2 bedrooms and a Den. Spacious living room with gas fireplace and French doors that open to a large deck overlooking your beautiful backyard which backs onto the waterway. Dining/eating area and kitchen with year another covered deck area and loads of light. Large master bedroom and 4 piece ensuite. 10 year roof, insuite laundry, and 15’x19’ garage. Close to walking trails, marina, golf course. Come enjoy all that Ladner has to offer.

5218 Schooner Gate, Ladner

$955,000

LINDA CHANCEY Personal Real Estate Corp.

BOB CHANCEY Personal Real Estate Corp.

JUST LISTED - COACH HOME

Mortgage helper! Carriage home just steps from historic Ladner Village which includes legal COACH HOME above double car garage. Main home is 2,355 square feet home and features living room, dining room, open kitchen/family room, 3 large bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and the option of an additional 2 bedrooms, flex or games room in the top floor loft. The coach house is 883 sf, 2 level, 1 bedroom + 1 bath, with own laundry. TOTAL of 3,589 square feet.

PRIVATE LANE ACCESS to your double garage & tenant parking.

4819 47A Ave, Ladner

$1,598,000

STUNNING HOME IN SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION

Absolutely stunning home in Pebble Hill, one of Tsawwassen’s finest neighborhoods With over $400,000 in renovations this home is ready for you to move right in and bask in the beauty. 3,000 square feet featuring formal living and dining room, a gourmet kitchen that will delight any chef. Total of 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. Family room, and a bonus basement flex room area. Private back yard with covered deck, patio area and hot tub - great for entertaining.

5097 2A Ave, Tsawwassen

$1,899,000

CUSTOM BUILT HOME

RIVER LIFE AT ITS FINEST

This beautiful residence was built in 2010 and offers 3,600 square feet of living space and a total of 5 bedrooms. High end finishings throughout included large gourmet kitchen and eating area, entertainment size dining area and family room.

Coffered ceilings, crown mouldings, engineered hardwood flooring. Bedroom on main floor with 4 piece ensuite and 3 more bedrooms up. Attached studio above garage with separate entrance includes den & flex area. Large 45x190’ lot.

Float home living is truly a unique and appealing lifestyle. Surrounded by natures beauty with mountains, the Fraser river, sunsets, sunrises, eagles, swans and so much more. Boasting over 1,500 square feet this home offers 3 levels with open concept living/kitchen area. 2 bedrooms (or 1 bedroom and family room), plus a den. Loads of decks to enjoy the views. Many updates over the past 10 years. BONUS 35 foot boat slip right at your doorstep plus a garage with loads of storage in the loft.

5386 Crescent Drive, Ladner

$2,299,892

16, 3473 W. River Road, Ladner

$843,000

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Phone: 604-644-5821 www.georgiaprimar.com Email: georgia@sutton.com

Proudly Serving Delta by Referral for 13 Years!

FOR SALE 6-4408 Cormorant Way $1,278,000

NEW LISTING

Let the sunshine in! Fresh, Modern and so very BRIGHT!! One year old End Unit 1/2 Duplex at Boardwalk. Nothing beside you but Beautiful Sunset views, Mountains, playing field and Port of Vancouver lights twinkling at night. Upgrades include laminate throughout, A/C, high end ceiling fan in living room, Commercial Grade Epoxy garage floor, 5ft fencing (bring the pooch), Stunning Custom wood closet organizers, double cupboard in laundry room, glass in main bath shower, and security system. Open floor plan perfect for entertaining, 3 beds 2 full baths up. Walking distance to Ocean walking trails, Outdoor pool, Gym, Clubhouse, Children Play Parks and more! Would love to welcome you to all this sun filled ocean community has to offer.

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Sending heartfelt Christmas and New Year wishes to my valued real estate clients! May the holiday season bring you joy, and the upcoming year be filled with prosperity, new opportunities, and the comfort of a home that truly feels like your own. Cheers to a wonderful and successful 2024!

SOLD 5038 12 AVE, DELTA • $1,298,000 3 BEDS | 1 BATHS | 1,331 SQ. FT. | BUILT 1957

So adorable! The Rancher with a circular driveway you have been waiting for in Central Tsawwassen! Super bright and inviting, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home. Downsizers, first time buyers, looking to invest? Look no further and don’t miss out on this GEM.

Personal Real Estate Corporation 604-790-5859 | www.alisonsteen.com

SOLD 1659 BRAID ROAD • $1,459,000

2 BEDS | 2 BATHS | 1,379 SQ.FT. | BUILT 1968 Marketed by OAKWYN REALTY LTD SOLD AS BUYERS AGENT homeswithkathandsteph.com

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MERRY CHRISTMAS HAPPY NEW YEAR From

ROBIN REIMER JUST LISTED

$2,100,000

BEST MOUNT BAKER & OCEAN VIEWS IT TSAWWASSEN Build or renovate on this spectacular property in upper Tsawwassen.

Fabulous 10,000 sq.ft lot in great location with a beautiful level yard.

This kind of property never comes to market.

$999,000

111 GRAHAM DRIVE BEST SUNSET VIEWS & LOCATION

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OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 #10-16920 80TH AVENUE SURREY

Custom Designed Home with simply the Best Views in Tsawwassen. This Totally Private 3 bedrooms home has an Outstanding Open Floor Plan to take full advantage of all the spectacular Ocean Sunset Views. Delta will also consider a basement level which would add approx.

1,000 sq.ft There will NEVER be another home like this in Tsawwassen. Call for Floor Plans and more Info.

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1154 FAIRWAY VIEWS WYND TSAWWASSEN

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$1,149,000

BEST PRICED HOME IN TSAWWASSEN

Fabulous 1/2 duplex in an excellent location, close to schools, shopping and the new rapid transit, which is coming soon. This great home features 4 bdrms with huge master bdrm on the main floor, over 3200 sq.ft, potential inlaw suite, air conditioning and private fenced yard.

These homes rarely come to market, so don’t miss your opportunity.

Great 3 bdrm townhouse in Fairway Views Wynd.

Bright living space with skylights & gas fireplace, flows through to an open design kitchen & dining room, great for entertaining. Deck for bbq! All this OVERLOOKING the greens of BEACH GROVE GOLF COURSE. PRIMARY BDRM is large, bright & walks out onto your PRIVATE GARDEN OASIS. Bring your PETS & RENTALS allowed. Amenities include a pool, sauna, & clubhouse with a large sunny deck. Steps to transportation, pubs, restaurants, coffee shops, yoga, groceries.

Great Beach Grove starter home, investment property (good tenant) or look at building your new home.

Home features 2 bedrooms, large storage building and only steps from the beach, golf course, parks, schools and transportation. We are price to sell so don’t miss this Beach Grove beauty.

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5115 STEVENS DRIVE Great location in upper tsawwassen.

Over 10,000 sq.ft lot with potential subdivision. 2800 sq.ft Home with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and beautiful sunny lot. Renovate, rent or redevelop.

LOTS IN GOOD LOCATION IN UPPER TSAWWASSEN

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Beautiful family home on a great street in upper Tsawwassen. Home features 3600 sq.ft, 5 bdrms, 3 full bathrooms, large great room, big games room, hardwood floors, many updates and all large rooms.

Home has excellent floor plan that opens to a fabulous private southern exposed yard. Don’t miss this Great home in a Great location at a Great Price.

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5744 & 5758 16A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

Gorgeous new homes in Beach Grove.

Still time to do some customizing.

Excellent floor plans with 3250 sq.ft. and beautiful sunny southern exposure yards.

5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. Great quiet area and close to all amenities. Don’t miss your opportunity to live in fabulous Beach Grove. Homes built by an excellent experienced builder.

PLEASE CALL ROBIN REIMER 604-868-2844 RUBY LIDDER 604-626-9360

*BASED ON # OF YEARS QUALIFYING FOR MEDALLION CLUB IN GREATER VANCOUVER REAL ESTATE BOARD group

1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022

Seafair Realty - 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen

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Tammy Matson

Thor Matson

Personal Real Estate Corporation

thor@matsonrealestate.ca

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778-938-5599

778-994-8314

www.matsonrealestate.ca

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!!!

PRICCEED REDU

404-1300 Hunter Road, Tsawwassen • $848,000 HUNTER GREEN - bright & spacious 2 bed PLUS den 1574 sq ft PENTHOUSE condo on quiet cul de sac location walking distance to stores, restaurants, transit, coffee shops, medical, dyke & beach!!! Great floor plan with generous room sizes to fit your house sized furniture - ideal for downsizing!

Kitchen features white shaker cabinets & quartz counters with entertainment sized island/breakfast bar & sliders to private & sunny deck. Dining room overlooks living room with cozy gas f/p & sliders to deck. Primary bedroom offers lots of closet space & ensuite with soaker tub & separate shower & skylight for natural light. QUIET & well run complex - fees include heat, hot water, gas, 2 parking (side by side) & large storage locker.

PRICE REDUCED!!!

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929 50 St., Tsawwassen

1492 Gillespie Rd, Tsawwassen

115 4662 Hemlock Way, Tsawwassen

213-1738 55A Street, Tsawwassen

194 53 Street, Tsawwassen

4719 48B St, Ladner

Listed by ReMax City

Listed by Onni Realty

SOLD!!

Listed by ReMax City Realty

11-6105 River Road, Ladner

THINKING OF A MOVE??? CALL US!!! SERVICE THAT WILL MOVE YOU!!!

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty - Unit 2 1359 56 Street, Tsawwassen, BC

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Happy Holidays and warmest wishes for Peace and Happiness in the New Year

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Happy HHolidays WISHING YOU AND YOUR F FAMILY A VERY HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON AND D ALL THE BEST IN THE NEW YEA AR.

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Season’s Greetings and All The Best in 2024!

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From our family to yours wishing you all a wonderful holiday season and a happy New Year.

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24 - 66A Street, Boundary Bay $1,898,000 Prime Boundary Bay Lot with over 10,000 SQ FT to invest, build, or live in the current rancher and enjoy the beach lifestyle.

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258 66th Street, Boundary Bay $1,749,000 A rare opportunity to own a fully renovated 4 bedroom beach style dream home in boundary bay!

PH7-5556 14 Ave, Tsawwassen $649,000 Top floor fully renovated 1 bedroom penthouse in Windsor Woods! Bright, vault ceilings, water and park view.

5424 Candlewyck Wynd, Tsawwassen $1,475,000 If you love sunsets, privacy, and vista views then this is your rancher!

4533 River Road, Ladner $1,299,000 Sensational Waterfront property with revenue from two float homes - separately owned.

5043 2nd Avenue $1,449,000 Immaculate condition 4 bdrm family home with 3 full baths, in prime pebble hill location just 10 min walk to elementary school.

Tri risha Murphy Real Estate Group oup 604.312.7621 Sold@TrishaMurphy.ca

TOP 1% OF GREATER VANCOUVER REALTORS® 2020-2022

Trisha Murphy Personal Real Estate Corporation

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty: 2-1359 56 Street, Delta, BC

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1680 W 75th Ave. Vancouver, B.C. $1,757,900 Location, Location. Wonderfully finished Warehouse Office space. Central to everything and by the Fraser River in South Vancouver. Rarely for Sale properties. Do not wait!!

SOLD

Allen Schwabe 604-644-5664

Building Features Lane Square Footage 3200 sqft • Building Amenities • Street Lighting • Storage • Outside Storage • Utilities • Utility Type • Cable (At Lot Line), Electricity (Available), Natural Gas (At Lot Line), Telephone (Available), Sewer (Available) • Utility Sewer • Storm sewer

1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen seafair.com

604-943-3110

SOLD

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6-277 171 Street, Surrey

4442 Arthur Drive

SOLD

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237 Morningside Drive

#3 -5260 Fairy Road, Ladner, B.C.

1752 Beach Grove Road

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604.290.5657

www.silvanamorrow.com Sutton Group - Seafair Realty

778-863-6805 mandip@sutton.com mandipgill.com Sutton Group - Sutton Seafair Realty 100 - 5000 Bridge Street Delta, BC, V4K 2K4

$1,699,000

NEW LISTING

SCAN ME

4604 46A St, Ladner Discover a haven in this nearly 3,100sqft home, with over 1,900sqft of main floor living space. Bask in natural light in the open floor plan adorned with exotic hardwood floors, complemented by the warmth of interior fir doors and casings. The amazing kitchen boasts fir cabinets, S/S appliances and a large island. Upstairs unveils a legal suite with independent laundry, adding flexibility and convenience. This property doesn’t stop there, a 580sqft heated workshop beckons, equipped with 220v power, double doors, and impressive ceiling heights of 11’8 and 9’5, providing the ideal setting for ambitious projects. Outside, discover a covered hot tub for relaxation and a greenhouse for green-thumb enthusiasts. This residence blends craftsmanship, versatility, and comfort seamlessly. MLS#R2835933

Barry & Lori Chreptyk

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$899,900

10 4788 57 STREET

• 2 LEVEL TOWNHOUSE • 4 BED 4 BATH • 2,044 SQ.FT INTERIOR LIVING SPACE • PRIVATE FENCED YARD • DOUBLE CAR GARAGE WITH FINISHED BEDROOM AND 3 PIECE BATHROOM ABOVE. PRIVATE ENTRANCE

$2,399,900

$2,098,800

5094B BENTLEY DRIVE

• LUXURY BUILT 5 BEDROOM & 5 BATH QUALITY FAMILY HOME • OPEN PLA LAN A WITH ACCORDION 12 FT. DOORS LEADING TO BACKY KYARD. Y • BONUS 3RD FLOOR OFFERS HUGE RECREATION ROOM WITH FULL BATH • COVERED PATIO & 2ND FLOOR SUNDECK OFFERS GAS OUTLETS • FULLY LOADED WITH A/C, A// HRV, IRRIGATION & SECURITY SYSTEMS • REPUTABLE BUILDER OFFERING 2-5-10 NEW HOME WARRANTY

$1,169,900

5092B BENTLEY DRIVE

•6 BED 7 BATH • 3,292 SQ.FT HOME • PRIVATE FENCED 7,741 SQ.FT LOT • LEGAL 1 BEDROOM SUITE

$1,838,800

4950 59A STREET

• SPACIOUS 2-LEVEL: 4 BEDROOMS & 3 BATHS • 1 BEDROOM INLA LAW A ACCOMMODATIONS • OFFERS 2564 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING • PRIVATE 7500 SQ.FT. LOT (75 X 100) • PRIMARY BEDROOM WITH ENSUITE BATH

4903A 53 STREET

• 5 BED 5 BATH • 2,614 SQ.FT INTERIOR • 3 STORY MAIN HOME WITH BEDROOM, LIVING AREA AND BATHROOM ON THE TOP FLOOR • DETACHED SELF CONTAINED 1 BED 1 BATH COACH HOUSE

Season’s Greetings

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Thank you to all our amazing clients for making 2023 another successful year and for trusting in us for all your real estate needs!

Wishing you & your families Peace & Joy during this Holiday Season!

Looking forward to serving you in 2024!

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Wishing you all a filled with magical moments &

filled with magical moments A Happy, Healthy, Fun and Successful 2023. &

A Happy, Healthy, Fun and Successful 2024.

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Merry Christmas May you and those you love be blessed with health, happiness & prosperity in the New Year.

Sincerely,

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FROM YOUR NEIGHBOUR KRISTY JUST

Wishing you and your family all the very best over the holiday season!

Should you consider a change of address in the New Year, feel free to contact me to discuss.

Many Thanks

Kristy Just www.justrealty.ca

CONTACT ME

Let's chat soon! kristyjustrealty@gmail.com 604.644.8918

Too all the special folks in n Soouth h Deltta, I wissh you a Very y Merrry Chriistmas and a Happpy New Year

December 21, 2023 The Delta Optimist A61

QUIET STREET

JUST LISTED!

NEW PRICE!

PORT GATEWAY

MLS R2711985 360º TOUR

MLS R2832305 360º TOUR

MLS R2775898 360º TOUR

20 ACRES, 2 HOMES & HUGE BARN 4774 104TH STREET $6,250,000

ABSOLUTE HIDDEN GEM! 1100 WILMINGTON DRIVE $1,829,000

BUILD YOUR DREAM INVESTMENT 2975 53RD STREET $5,575,000

First time this amazing secluded 20.25 acre parcel has been offered for sale since 1955 which is located just off Hornby Drive on the quiet section of 104th close to Boundary Bay and private member grass airstrip. All 3 buildings on this property were built in 1972 which includes a sprawling 3,162 sq. ft. 4 bedroom rancher w/30 + car concrete driveway was substantially renovated and enlarged in 1987 and roof redone 10 years ago. The second residence is a 1238 sq. ft.

Woods bungalow presently rented and the spectacular 8,400 sq. ft. 20 stall barn which was used from day 1 to breed race horses up until 7 years ago is truly a first class facility complete with steel roof and cladding. Attention to detail here is second to none including chain link fencing that surrounds the entire property.

RARE 16,071 sq. ft. level lot with a 10 upper Tsawwassen location on a dead quiet street makes for all kinds of possibilities! Delta indicates a future max building envelope of 8,734 sq. ft. with basement 50% below grade ideal for the large family and 15 minutes walking to school and most local amenities. The existing 2,478 sq. ft. 5 bedroom 2 level with 5 year old roof is solid, livable and could be easily updated which leaves room on this massive property for inground pool, sports facility or a future shop for the enthusiast! This property truly has the potential of being an incredible estate and is in one of the quietest central pockets of Tsawwassen.

Almost square 17.34 acre parcel with 823 ft. of road frontage features an English style country home, 5 stall barn, hay field and generous pasture area which has been an established equestrian facility for decades. The property offers an ideal central location just 5 minutes to Tsawwassen or Ladner, Tsawwassen Mills Mall, BC Ferries, DeltaPort Way, TFN Industrial Park, transportation and more. This parcel is close to BC Railway in an area of transitional properties with amazing future potential. Call anytime for more information.

Wishing you a good old-fashioned Merry Christmas!

John Nielsen

PERFORMANCE Real Estate Service 35 Successful Years

Re/Max Real Estate Services

604.250.8216

www.westcoastfarmsteads.com

604.250.6981

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4350A Cormorant Way, Tsawwassen $1,199,900 MLS® #R2822913

Bed drooms: 3 • Bathrooms: 2.5 • Floor Area: 1473 sq. ft.

Welcome to Boardwalk! Built in 2022 and the GST has already been paid! This professionally decorated, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1/2 duplex has it all. This home offers a functional layout with a large kitchen island and a gas range. The open main floor boasts 9’ ceilings

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6167 45 Avenue, Delta $1,,479,,900 MLS® #R2824787 Bedrooms: 3 • Bathrooms: 2.5 • Floor Area: 2,233 sq. ft.

Welcome home! This three bedroom, three bathroom well maintained home has room for the whole family and is a short walk to Holly Elementary. Offering a functional layout of 2,233 square feet. The living room and dining room with vaulted ceilings step into the open kitchen that’s finished with white shaker cabinets.

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Season’s Greetings from the Knoedler Team SERVICE AND RESULTS YOU DESERVE

PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

Jack Knoedler

5127 Calvert Drive, Ladner

NEW PRICE

$1,678,000

331 53A St

This charming 3 bed 2 bath rancher on a serene street offers waterside living with a beautiful backyard by a peaceful waterway. Enjoy a splendid patio, outdoor shower, and covered solarium for year-round relaxation.

Upgraded windows, a newer roof, furnace, and hot water tank ensure almost 1700 sq ft of modern comfort.

Conveniently located near town center, school, park, and Ladner yacht club, this home embodies peaceful living with easy access to amenities.

$799,000

160 5421 10th Ave

604.219.3177 Eugene@eugenek.ca

Independently Owned and Operated

$1,199,000

NEW LISTING

Eugene Knoedler

DELTAREALESTATE.NET

604.353.6410 JackKnoedler@remax.net

2021

* Medallion Club represents the top 10% of Greater Vancouver Realtors based on MLS sales.

Lovely 2 bedroom/2 bath 1345 sq ft townhouse in family-friendly Sundial Villa. This spacious townhome includes a 337 sq ft sunny fully fenced southeast-facing patio, perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening or children’s play area. Open concept living areas are connected to the kitchen and dining room by the patio, allowing for maximum space and light. Upstairs is a large primary bedroom with a walk through closet and 4 piece ensuite.

Opposite end has another spacious bedroom and large storage room. Boasting an updated kitchen, newer flooring and paint and hot water tank. This home is turn key and ready to move in. In the heart of Tsawwassen, steps away from the schools, the dog-friendly Winskill Park and the Tsawwassen Town Center Mall.

Fabulous family home in desirable Pebble Hill area. If you’re looking for an appr. 3000 sq ft 5 bedroom/3 bath contemporary home on a quiet street in upper Tsawwassen than look no further. This home has been lovingly cared for an it shows. Bright and open custom kitchen with vaulted ceilings, custom clear fir cabinets, silestone counters, huge island with seating for 5, spacious eating area for large gatherings, Miele double wall oven, steam oven, & dishwasher, plus a gas cooktop, this kitchen is all about entertaining. Or you can relax in the private living room with vaulted ceiling and gas fireplace while the kids enjoy the family room downstairs that opens up to the back patio. 4 bdrms on upper floor including a large private Primary bedroom with a spa like ensuite and walk-in closet. Updated kitchen, windows, bathrooms and more.

$1,249,900

Beach Grove 5857 16th Ave

Charming Beach Grove Rancher in Sunny Tsawwassen. Centrally located and only a few blocks to the Beach, Beach Grove Elementary School, shopping, recreation center, transit and golf course. 2 bedroom/2 bathroom with newer roof, furnace and hot water on demand. Large covered patio and powered work shop out back. Great Starter home or build your dream home.

Duplex Zoned provides lots of development options.

RE/MAX City Realty | 5090 48 Avenue, Delta, BC V4K 1V8 | Office 604.943.8080 | Eugene@eugenek.ca | deltarealestate.net

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www.nataliewalker.ca

(604) 868-0028 City Realty

Seasons greetings & all the best for 2024!

Come visit my tree & say hello to Louis at the Tsawwassen Springs Festival of Lights in support of the Delta Hospital Foundation

8-4638 Orca Way, Tsawwassen |$1,349,000

2,246Sqft| 4 Beds| 3 Baths| Seaside by Mosaic| MLS#R2829844 Luxurious 4 bedroom 1/2 duplex in one of the best locations in the development backing onto the greenbelt. Featuring over 2,246sf of open concept living, this breathtaking unit boasts an upper tower with ocean views, covered balcony, fenced yard & double car garage.

5483 15b Avenue, Tsawwassen |$2,999,000

5,043sqft|6 Beds| 5 Baths| Tsawwassen| MLS#R2824975 Experience pure luxury in this 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom home, just 3 years young.

Bright & Spacious layout that is designed for entertaining with open concept living featuring a double-sided fireplace that separates the chef’s kitchen from the great room.

128-4738 Hemlock Way, Tsawwassen |$868,000

1,572sqft| 3 Beds|2.5 Baths|Tsawwassen Landing| MLS#2834400 Bright & Spacious 1,572sf 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome in Tsawwassen Landing by Onni. Conveniently located close to Tsawwassen Mills, Ferries & Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course.

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Todd Jackson, B.A. Amy Lambert, B.A. Richard Lowe, RIBC Mike Van Straaten, BMgt

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Personal Real Estate Corporation

President’s Club - 2020 Top 1% - REBGV

Realtor

#310 – 1369 56 Street, Tsawwassen | $549,900

4897 47A Avenue, Ladner | $998,000

Completely renovated condo offering both convenience and style! Enjoy new appliances in the updated kitchen, retreat to the spacious covered deck w/ gas line for BBQ or heater, or stay comfortable indoors w/ new remote-controlled ceiling fans. Walk-in shower w/separate tub, gas fireplace (all gas incl. in strata fee), 1 parking stall, storage locker & amenities.

1,563 sq.ft | 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | Village Walk THE PERFECT PACKAGE! A bright & spacious end unit townhome well located in the heart of Ladner. The perfect package with an open floorplan, gas fireplace, gourmet kitchen, spacious primary bedroom & ensuite, large storage & 2 covered parking.

6320 45A Avenue, Ladner | $1,538,000

4812 Glendale Ave, Ladner | $1,268,000

690 sq.ft | 1 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms | Windsor Woods

Wishing you and those around you a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year!

2216 sq.ft | 3 bedrooms | Games & Den | 5,005 sq.ft lot BE CHOOSEY! Significantly renovated creating the perfect ‘ready-to-go’ family home and ideal size for a young couple or anyone ‘right sizing’.

Bonus!... this home is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, is spotlessly clean and has great curb appeal. Fabulous find & CHALLENGES COMPARISON.

2,185 sq.ft | 4 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | 5,371 sq.ft lot Immaculate and well maintained ½ duplex with spacious plan offering formal living and dining area and great room concept kitchen family space. Master on main plus 3 bedrooms up, single garage and fenced southern exposed private yard on a quiet no thru street. Central location in West Ladner near town center, parks and schools.

1735 Enderby Avenue, Tsawwassen |$1,199,000

5090 1 Avenue, Tsawwassen | $8,000,000

5470 44 Avenue, Ladner | $1,249,000

Amazing opportunity to own in one of Beach Groves best areas. 3 blocks from the beach & steps from Beach Grove Elementary this homes location is a 10/10.

Renovate, build or rent out this 4 bdrm / 2 bath split level home with private West facing backyard. Plenty of parking & loads of potential.

THE POSSIBILITIES ARE GRAND! Stunning custom home sitting on 1.81 acres / 78,762 sq.ft. / 7,317.23 sq. metres in a prime residential area in Upper Tsawwassen extending from 1st Avenue to the border. Ready for the next phase, with a potential for multiple lots to be created. YOUR GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY!

1,714 sq.ft | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 5,780 sq.ft lot

3,746 sq.ft | 3/4 bedrooms | 3.5 bathrooms | 78,762 sq.ft lot

1,962 sq.ft | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 6,000 sq.ft lot Solid 2 level basement home in West Ladner with loads of potential. Located on a Southern exposed 60’x100’ lot backing onto farmland. Great central location near Ladner Rec center and transit.

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114 4300 Thompson Road, Richmond

6455 60 Avenue, Ladner

#109 4728 53 Street, Ladner

298 67A Street, Tsawwassen

5531 49th Avenue, Ladner

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Bob Cooke

604-943-SOLD(7653) • bobcooke@telus.net

Serving Ladner, Tsawwassen and the world for over 30 years.

ReMax City Realty.

2 BEDROOM GOLF COURSE CONDO STE 413 - 1350 VIEW CRES, TWSN

$674,000

This 1255 sqft corner condo faces east. Plenty of natural light in this open plan, 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo.

Building has new windows and boiler. Easy to show so come and see.

HOME WANTED My friends and I are up for adoption at the Delta Community Animal Shelter 604-940-7111

Merry Christmas & a Very Happy New Year.

HOME WANTED My friends and I are up for adoption at the Delta Community Animal Shelter 604-940-7111

from my family to yours, we wish you good health and happiness for 2024. I want thank all of you for your support in 2023. Stay safe.

WHY DO YOU THINK OUR NUMBER IS 604-943-SOLD? NORTH SAA AANICH A

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Tim Rohwer 604.762.2041 tim@thedeltagroup.ca

738 Lands End

$2,999,900

SPECTACULA LAR A OCEAN FRONT! • 180 degree views with 150 feet of waterfront and beach access • Private .87 acre landscaped forest and mature gardens • Spacious home with suite, double garage. Large paved driveway

Kelsey Lynch 604.831.7536 kelsey@thedeltagroup.ca

tyy to own view oceanfront property tyy on • Incredible opportunity • SOUTH VANCOUVER ISLA LAND A

REAL ESTATE QUESTIONS? JUST GIVE US A CALL!

Gus Says: Celebrate your Christmas with GUS-to!!!

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Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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ON THE STREET OF DREAMS!

JUST LISTED!

TEAM

$1,999,000

STUNNING CUSTOM BUILT 2,569 SQ.FT. HOME ON 9,009 SQ.FT. LOT!

997 51ST STREET, TSAWWASSEN!

BEAUTIFUL LIVING & DINING AREAS WITH VAULTED CEILINGS, 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS, LARGE LANDING AREA UP. FAMILY ROOM OFF GOURMET KITCHEN. COMPLETELY PRIVATE WEST EXPOSED BACKYARD! MLS# R2826530

JUST LISTED!

APARTMENT IN SUNDIAL!

$599,000

1,073 SQ.FT. FEATURING 2 BDRMS 2 BATHS

#142 – 5421 10th AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

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Richmond 211-8451 Westminster Hwy

Tsawwassen 5716 Goldenrod Cres

Tsawwassen 6020 28 avenue

Incredible opportunity to own this beautifully UPDATED 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 872 sq ft quiet corner unit at ARBORETUM. This building in Richmond’s popular Brighouse neighbourhood is centrally located & steps to Richmond Center, transit/skytrain, shopping, recreation & Kwantlen Polytechnic University. This turn key, move-in ready suite has just received some recent upgrades that include 2 BRAND NEW, stylish bathrooms along with new flooring & paint. Features include a functional floor plan with large rooms, 5 burner convection oven, a private balcony area PLUS a bonus in suite storage room & in-suite laundry. Suite includes 1 parking in a secure parking garage. Now is your chance to make this amazing condo an unforgettable Christmas gift for the holidays!

This UPDATED, executive style 2 level + basement family home exudes the prestige & high quality that “Forest by the Bay” is so well known for. Virtually every aspect of this home has been improved/ updated over time leaving nothing but carefree enjoyment for the entire family & then some! The floor plan incl’s 5 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms spread over 3468 sq ft & a huge rec. room in the basement creating a nice separation/space for the kiddos. Main floor opens up to a super private, year round backyard oasis & also ftr’s an in-ground pool with a brand new liner & well maintained mechanical systems. Conveniently located w/in walking distance to town, schools, shopping, recreation, & transit all in a well loved community that benefits from the least amount of rainfall in the Lower Mainland.

Welcome to Tsawwassen, the sunniest, least rainiest place in all of Metro Vancouver. This 37.25 acre parcel of Prime A1 agricultural farmland sits on some of the most fertile & productive soil in BC and this Summer’s crop of choice is none other than local, South Delta corn. With easy & convenient paved road access for machinery and an outbuilding once used as a country vegetable stand, this farmland forms part of a rich, long standing & well known farming community whose reputation & products have earned world wide interest.

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Ladner 207-4689 52A St

Tsawwassen 24-4716 Orca Way

$1,785,000

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6 Bed | 5 Bath | 3353 ft2

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Tsawwassen 5155 11A Ave 4 bed | 3 bath | 2231 ft2

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Bayview Hills Tsawwassen 3rd Reading Approved

$729,000 #317 55 E Cordova St, Vancouver

$965,000 29 3459 W RIVER Road, Delta

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loft | 1 bath | 809 sq. ft. No parking

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4965 8A Avenue, 871 &

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855 Bayview Drive

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$2,999,000 5483 15B Avenue, Delta

$1,349,000 8-4638 Orca Way, Tsawwassen

6 Bedrooms I 5 Bathrooms I 5,019 sq. ft.

4 Bedrooms I 3 Bathrooms | 2246 sq. ft.

NEW LISTING

Exceptional opportunity to acquire three existing properties that have 3rd reading approval to become 5 single-family residences ranging from 2,211 sq. ft. - 3,311 sq. ft. Architectural drawings by Buro 47, a well regarded award-winning firm. Nestled in one of Tsawwassen’s most coveted enclaves, this expansive 34,154 sq. ft. parcel opens doors to an exciting project with each home carefully designed to embrace the vision of contemporary West Coast-style homes. While your site awaits the 4th reading approval, seize the opportunity to generate income from renting out the existing 3 homes for market value rents.

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$689,000 112 20673 78 Avenue

$868,000 128 - 4738 Hemlock Way

2 Bedrooms I 2 Bathrooms I 903 sq. ft.

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$819,000 201-4689 52 A Street, Delta

4824 48 Ave, Delta • $1,749,000

Main House: 4 bedrooms + Den,

JUST SOLD

Legal Suite Above The Garage: 1 Bed/1 Bath 872 square feet w/ tenant parking pad.

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$949,000 74-8560 162 Street, Surrey

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$1,699,000 5155 11A Avenue, Delta

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$1,199,000 1751 55 Street, Delta

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$799,000 173 - 1894 Osprey Drive, Delta

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IN MEMORIAM

Love’s greatest gift is remembrance

Michelle Welch (Bolus) December 25th Loved forever missed every day,

AHNERT, Kevin R. March 4, 1967 − December 18, 2013

Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps them near.

10 years of holding you in our hearts, seeing you through the sunsets, and remembering you through memories.

Dad, Pa Kev, we all love you and miss you dearly.

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OBITUARIES

AUDET, Marcel Joseph Adelard February 6th, 1945- December 11th, 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marcel Joseph Adelard Audet, who passed away while surrounded by his loving family on December 11th, 2023 at the age of 78.

In Loving Memory Jonathan Paul Knowlden April 8, 1977 - December 25, 2022 In memory of our beloved son, Jonathan, Jon or “Johnny Danger” to his amazing BMX friends!

Our beautiful son passed away last Christmas evening.

I didn’t know my heart could be so broken . . . so many times.

Loved, and never forgotten!

Marcel will be remembered and sadly missed by his wife Elfrida of 53 years, daughter Minette (Edward), his son Michael (Samantha), and his daughter Emily (David). He also leaves behind his grandchildren Katie, Matthew, Jeremy, Danielle (Colton), Colin, Jaime and his Great Grandson Hudson. Marcel will also be lovingly remembered by his sisters Roland, Rachel, Sylvie, and his brother Richard, sister in law Sandra, along with many other relatives and friends whom he loved so much.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the BC Cancer Foundation https/bccancerfoundation.com

HUTTON, Gordon Callum (Cal) With his family by his side, Callum Hutton passed away peacefully on November 12, 2023. He will be lovingly remembered and missed immensely by his wife of 40 years, Lee Fraser; his children Greg (Stephanie), Jeff (Lauren), and Jamie; his beloved grandchildren Jeremy, Emma, Maëlle, and Beau; his siblings Heather Begin (Paul) and Ian (Laura); and numerous extended family members.

Cal was born in North Vancouver on December 23, 1957, where his passion for sports and the outdoors began. He was an avid skier, mountaineer, golfer, and baseball player. Cal met the love of his life, Lee, on holiday in Hawaii in 1980, and they married in 1983. He joined the RCMP in 1980 and began his 27-year career in Alberta, where he and Lee started their family and made lifelong friends. Cal was heavily involved in sports and coaching with all his children and, his grandchildren. He transferred to the Richmond RCMP Detachment in 1997 and worked there until retirement. He found his happy place at Kings Links, where he enjoyed golfing and spending time with his many friends.

Cal loved to travel and visited Australia, Europe, Hong Kong, India, Mexico, and more. He had a great sense of humour which was shown by his unflinching support of the Vancouver Canucks. He was also a lifelong BC Lions fan. Cal’s greatest love and joys included his family, golf, baseball, and especially being a loving dad and grampa. So many relatives and friends will miss Cal dearly.

In lieu of flowers, Cal has requested donations to BC Lung Foundation or KidSport Delta.

There will be a celebration of Cal’s life in March, 2024, date TBA. Please refer to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services: https://www.myalternatives.ca/ladner/obituaries/2 023-hutton-callum for details of the service, once confirmed.

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MARSHALL, Mel December 3, 1937 - November 11, 2023 On November 11th, we lost a husband, father, grand-father and greatgrandfather. And one helluva human being. In the blink of an eye, Mel went from being his usual, vibrant, independent, talkative self, to comatose. No one could have predicted or prevented this. With no hope of independence, mobility or his engineer’s thinking capacity, the family had to make the difficult decision to have him removed from life support. He did not suffer; his passing was quick, peaceful and full of grace. But for those left behind, it is an unimaginable loss.

Mel was the eldest son of a trapper and inn-keepers daughter. His first year was spent living in a trapper’s cabin in northern Saskatchewan before his father moved the family to Alberta. As a railway employee, his dad moved the family to several Western Canada towns, finally calling Edson, Alberta home. Mel maintained many friendships from those Edson days at the Old Red Brick Schoolhouse. From these beginnings, Mel developed his sense of appreciation and gratitude for everything life offered. Nothing was taken for granted.

Mel graduated in 1960 from the University of Alberta with a degree in Civil Engineering. He accepted a job in Eastern Canada with Stelco; sales and steel designs were his forte. He was introduced to the concrete pipe and precast industry at this time. He also began work on his MBA at McMaster and McGill Universities, but was 3 courses short of graduation before the company transferred him back to Alberta. This training, though, would prove to be invaluable as later he would be in business for himself and offer business advice to others.

Ontario offered exciting opportunities. In 1969, Mel and friends started Erin Steel and Wire. In 1973, he was Sales and General Manager at Best Pipe. In 1976, he moved to Vancouver and became President of Davis Wire Canada. In 1980, he began his own company, Mel C. Marshall Industrial Consultants Inc. This proved to be his greatest achievement and he was still active in his company consulting, teaching, networking, designing, collaborating, selling - until his very last moment.

The wire, concrete pipe and precast concrete industries excited him. Anyone who knew him, knows the love, enthusiasm and commitment to excellence he had for them. He connected with companies in Denmark, Germany, England and the USA to bring their products and technology to the North American market. He attended hundreds of meetings, tradeshows and committees over his lifetime. Mel taught thousands of folks in both Canada and the USA at his production schools, marketing seminars, standards reviews and plant certification courses. His work garnered many awards and accolades over the years from every concrete association in North America. He was named a Fellow of both CSA and ASTM Standards organizations - the highest award given by these groups.

Mel had many other passions: sudoku puzzles, crosswords, reading, traveling, running, dancing, hockey, boating, fishing, skiing, snorkeling, kayaking, hiking and just being in nature. Over the last few years, he had to dial back on many of his activities due to an “electrical problem” in his heart. Although the Spirit still soared, the body didn’t keep up as well as it had. But as was his positive nature, he focused on what he could do instead of what he could not do.

Family and friends were important to Mel. He found ways to ensure we all knew he cared. His children (Braden with Deb; Melanie with Gary), grandchildren (Anthony; Emily; Wendy with Jon) and great-grandchildren (Linden; Marshall) brought him much joy. His “magic tricks” were always a hit with the younger ones. For over 50 years, his “Santa” was enjoyed by generations. Wonder no more where his sparkling eyes and dazzling smile came from - it was his Santa Magic at work.

Mel and Pat met in April 1984. One kiss sealed the deal; “… and they lived happily ever after”. Mel was a romantic; Pat was smitten with him. Their lives were full of love, laughter, adventure and tender moments. The decision to let him go was not easy - life without Mel is now quiet and empty. But memories and there are many - will fill the void now left.

“There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone, their light remains.”

Please remember Mel this way - because this is really who he was.

Please visit the on-line memories and condolences at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/11536658 A Celebration of Life will be held in late April or early May. Details to follow later.

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