Delta Optimist March 6, 2025

Mayor laments Delta leftwith health care ‘crumbs’

Councilurges

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimi st .c om

Deltaisonce againleft out when it comes to urgent health care

That was themessage reiterated to a Fraser Health Authority representative by Deltacouncilduringa presentation Monday (March 3)onthe back-to-back overnight emergency room closures at Delta Hospital caused bya physician staffing shortage

Long-time hospitalphysicianDr. Dan Rubin,medicaldirector of emergency medicine Sally Barrio, andFraser Healthexecutive-director Cathy Wiebe, talked to council about ER services.

Wiebe drewthemost ire fromcouncil.

In a media advisory onthe evening of Saturday, Feb. 22,Fraser Health saidit was implementinga temporary service interruption beginning at 9:30 p.m. that night, to Sunday, Feb. 23, at 7 a.m.

The sameadvisory was issued on Sunday evening foranother overnight closure that pushed into Monday morning (Feb 24).

Asked why thenotification was so late, Wiebe, describingthemoveasa

DeltaHospital’sDr. Dan Rubin,medicaldirectorofemergencymedicine, Sally Barrio,and FraserHealth executive-director, CathyWiebe,addresscity council regardingthe recent overnightclosures at DeltaHospital.

last resort, explained thehealth region was working hard untilthe last moment to fill the vacancies, but agreed Fraser Health willdo a better job communicating withthecity.

Wiebe also noted Fraser Healthis working with DeltaDivisionof Family

Practiceon a primar y care network, but was grilled onwhyDeltaand Tsawwassen First Nation have beenleft out when itcomes to openinganurgent andprimar y care centre.

The region will have 10inothercommunities, including White Rock, later

this year, but Fraser Health has not applied forfunding fromthe B.C. health ministr y to set up aDeltacentre.

Commending thehospitalandits staffforproviding excellent care, Mayor George Harvie saidthe numberof Delta HospitalERvisitsin2021 was around 26,000, but by 2023thathad jumped to more than43,400.

Unlike elsewhere, Delta residents, including those like himselfwho have nofamily doctor, have nootheroptions, he said,adding othercitiesare getting urgent care to reducethe pressure on theiremergency rooms.

“Thiscommunity gives so much funding and support to ourDelta Hospital,it’s been outstanding. But, the way we’ve beentreated, I can’thelp but say this happens to Delta too many times We always seem to get what I say isthecrumbs. Thisis absolutely unacceptable,” Harvie said.

Following thepresentation,council passed a motion requestinga public meeting withFraser Health board chair Jim Sinclair, andinterim president and CEO Dr. Lynn Stevensonand Health Minister Josie Osborne.

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Deltachambersurvey findsbig tariff worries

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U.S. President DonaldTrump’s sw eeping tar iffs on Canadian goods couldnotonly have cons equencesfor Delta businesses but als o cityprojects, including thenew$130- million Winskill Aquatic and Fitness Centre.

At a presentation to council on Monday (March 3), Delta Chamber of Commerceexecutive-dire ctor Jill McKnight, and manager ofengagement JoAnne Kleb, dis cuss ed a re cent survey by the chamber, withthe support ofthe city, which confirmed that businesses anticipate significant impacts

The poll gathered input from59 Delta businesses, across 13 industr ies, including 16 in manufactur ing, representing about 1,600employe esand more than$138 million in revenue.

The survey highlighte da widespreadconcernacross se ctors, with manufactur ing businesses particularly vulnerable to the potential impacts, according to the chamber, with63 percent of responding manufacturers expecting severe impacts

McKnight also noted most businesses expect to be impacted by U.S. and Canadiantar iffs, which are expecte d to be felt imme diately or within oneto-two months. However, most are

als o waiting formore infor mation before taking action.

“In the comin g months, the De lta Ch am be r of Co mme rc e wi llfo cu s onprov idin g bu si nes se s wi thacces s to re so urces to help t he m ma ke inf orme d de cisions, facilitatin g comm unit yc onne ctions for su ppl ier div er si fic at ion an d lo ca l cu st omer en ga ge me nt , andcon n ec tin g bu sines se s wi thexpertsfor addition al su ppor t in their bu si nes se s,” she sa id.

Completing the Ge orge Mass ey Tunnel replacement is se enasan urgent project, with Coun. Dylan Kruger saying it ’s be come “a national embarrassment” that a newcrossing has taken so long be caus e of politics “There’s extremeurgency. There has never be enmore urgenc y to get shovels in thegroundontheproject. Unfor tunately, as it stands, we’re over a year away fromthe star t ofconstruction.

“We’re stilldoing detaile d design on anunderground tunnel,” said Kruger. Council als o dis cuss ed the city’s current procurement practices, including the ability tochoose only Canadian businesses.

City manager Donny van Dyk said staff willtakea measured approach and gather infor mation, espe cially when it comes to capitalprojects which could be thearea ofmostconcern.

The city will investigate what can be procured locally andwhat can’t, and the potential impactsofthe Canadian counter tar iffs, heexplaine d.

Mayo r Ge or ge Ha rv ie re ma rk ed he’s concerne d ab ou t the po te ntial increa se d costsofthe Wi ns ki ll proj ec t, whi ch wi ll re quirea lotof concret e and s te eland sp ec ia liz ed com po nents

Jim Bauer, director offacilities and capital projects, said a project team, now going through detaile d cost estimates, currently anticipatesthe budget could be impacted by tw o percent. Th e cit y wi lllook at altern at e so urcesfor so me mat er ia ls, su ch as Eu ro pe, he sa id,addin g his te am wi llals o look at ho w it ca n miti ga te increasi ng co st s.

Harvie said the impacts willno doubtals o be felt in theconstr uction industr y throughout Metro Vancouver.

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Info meetingsheld for TTCMallapplication

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It wasa big turnoutfor a pair of publicinformation meetings at the South Delta Recreation Centre this weekas residents got to ask questionsandprovidefeedback onthe major redevelopment applicationfor the Tsawwassen Town Centre mall.

Representatives withthe Century Group andcity staff were on hand to discuss with residentsthehigh-density project proposed fortheOfficial Community Plan’s designated town centre, outlining things like future traffic movement, infrastructure, the development’s layout, andthe types of unitsproposed.

Also on hand was Century Group president Sean Hodgins, who toldthe Optimist at Thursday’s (Feb. 27) session that they were able to talk about many issuesandaddress concerns, noting it’s been a

CenturyGrouppresident SeanHodginstalkedto residents abouthisvision fora redevelopedtown centrein Tsawwassen.

very productive exercise.

Some madeit clear to him they want to see littleorno change forthe mall site, including anything resemblinga residential tower, andthey like Tsawwassen just the way itis now.

Some conveyed support for change that willcreate housing types, whileothers saidthey are notopposed to redevelopment, but want to suggestmodificationsonhow thearea should change, he said.

“I thinkthere is some con-

cernthat they want to see the project architecturereally come together, that’s probably the overwhelming concern orcomments.

“They want something beautiful,and I said, ‘Yes, we’re absolutely committed to that.’

It’s early days onthedesign,’’ said Hodgins

He added, “I think some peopleare just scared of change, andthat’s what it comes down to I’ve committed to doinga very good project intheend … There isalso a lotofdiscussion how wewouldfitinto the OCP.”

Century Group Lands Corporation’s proposal to replacetheone-storey mall, which opened in1971,includes four mixed-use residential buildings, up to 24-storeys in height, situated on separate podiums

Thelow-rise residential buildingsand podiums, betweenfive-and-six storeys,areproposed at the site peripheries,adjacent to neigh-

bouring landuses.

To have 1,433 residential units, includingamixof strata, marketandnon-market rentals, as wellas commercial space includinga 31,000-square-foot grocery store, the rezoning would be consistent withthe site’s urban centre landuse designationunderthe OCP, which allowsup to 24 storeys.

Century isproposing that 20 percent ofthe total residential units will be rentalunits, while five percent ofthe totalhousing units would be provided as below-market rentalhousing.

Century isalso proposinga new community hub, consisting of a newlibrary and mobility hub spaceas wellas a publicly accessiblecentralplaza. Delta staff willcontinue to gatherfeedback ontheproposal until March 16.

That information will be shared with Century Group, the public, as wellascouncil,inan upcoming report likely later in March or early April.

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Petitionaimstoseek denialofcurrenttown centre proposal

Dream South Delta, a group launched two weeks ago to raise awareness andconcerns about the Tsawwassen Town Centre proposal, isasking council to deny the proposed application.

The group has hosted wave-a-thonsduring rushhour along 56th Streetand52nd Streeton several occasionsinthe past few weeks, started a petitionand was part of a weekend town hall meeting.

“The level of awareness about thisproposed redevelopment project increases ever y day,” says Andrew Turner, spokespersonforDream South Delta,a group that touts themselvesas locals for sensible growth

“People whoare new to Tsawwassen tell us they moved here because they don’t want the

density of a Richmond, Metrotown or Surrey City Central. They support the redevelopment, but they don’t support high rises in Tsawwassen.”

Dream South Delta’s petition has more than 1,500 signatures todate. (Othergroupsare also sponsoring petitions.)

The Dream South Delta petition requests mayorandcouncildeny the current proposal and ensure that any future proposalforthe site includes density metrics of200 residentialunits per hectare and a maximum building height of six storeys.

Delta’s Official Community Plan(OCP) that Dream South Delta says was brazenlyadopted in April 2024,does notcontain any density metrics forthe town core althoughitdoes allow up

Dream South Deltahashosted wave-a-thonsduringrushhouralong56th Streetand 52ndStreetonseveraloccasions.

tosix-storey residential buildings The previous OCP specifieda maximum density of200 residentialunits per hectare.

During theCity of Delta’s public informationmeetings last week at the South Delta

Recreation Centre, volunteers fromDream South Delta were stationed outsidethe building and spoke to many ofthe people who attended the sessions.

“There isanobvious disconnect between the

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developer ’s visionfor Tsawwasen’s town core andthecommunity’s vision,”says Turner.

“That’s why it’s important forusand our fellow residents totell theCity of Delta what we envision for our community. What we want. What we don’t want. Andit’s the role of mayor andcouncil to decide.”

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At a townhall on March1 hosted by the Delta Voices Facebook group, more than200 residents gathered to discuss pressing issues facingDelta, including theproposed high rises, Delta Hospital emergency room closures, strained infrastructure, andmore.

“Dream South Delta isasking the mayor and council to deny Centur y Group’s current proposal,” says Turner. “Get rid ofthefour towers Build thefive, six-storey buildings. Build a new librar y andcivicplaza. It will renewthe town core, and it will meet our housing targets.”

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City opensupsecondphaseof Winskilldesignengagement

The secondandfinal phase ofengagement regarding thedesign of thenew Winskill Aquatic and Fitness Centre isnow under way.

According to theCity of Delta, residentsare invited to comment on thedetailed design ofthe newfacility.

Thisfinalphase of publicengagement runs from Feb. 27 to March 24,andincludes several opportunitiesfor people to learnmore about what isproposed, speak with staffandthedesign team, andshare theirfeedback.

“Resident feedback has played a key rolein shaping thepreliminary design ofthenewaquatic andfitness centre and we lookfor ward to another opportunity tocheck in withthe publicforthe finaldesign,” said Mayor George Harviein a news release. “As we enter this finalphase ofthedesign andmove closer to breaking groundonthisexciting amenity, I encourage everyone to get involved by sharing theirthoughts so that we can build a facility that truly reflects theneeds of ourcommunity.”

Throughtheengagement program, residents willprovidefeedback onplansfortheexterior building design, select outdoor community gathering spaces, accessibility features, andthe pool andfitness centre, as well asplansfor reforestation ofthe park

Multiplein-person opportunities, including openhouses withopportunities to explore the exteriorofthe building and poolarea through virtual reality, will be availableandare marked by an asterisk below. Interested residents can providefeedback by

attending any ofthefollowing in-person events orfilling out theonline feedback form through thelink below.

Winskill Renewal Engagement Opportunities: Open House No.1 March13: Winskill Park

Fieldhouse (5 to 8 p.m.)*

Open House No.2

March15: Winskill Park Fieldhouse (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.)*

Neighbourhood Information Session: March20: Winskill Park Fieldhouse (6 to 7:30 p.m.)

Presentationfollowed by Q&A. Registration required: letstalk.delta. ca/Winskill Pop-Up atthe Pool: March22: Winskill

Aquaticand Fitness Centre (10 a.m. to noon) City staffandproject teammembers will be onsite during in-person events to discuss key design elementsand answer any questions. Visit letstalk.delta.ca/ Winskill to complete the feedback form andview the latest drawingsand plansfortheproject. -Staff Writer

Anartist renderingofwhattheproposednew Winskill Aquaticand Fitness Centre couldlooklike.

Port security more thanjust a police force on the waterfront

PHIL MELNYCHUK pmelnychuk@delta-optimist.com

Requiring more employees to have security clearance at greater Vancouver ports is welcome newsfor Delta Mayor George Harvie.

“Very pleased to see the government moving ahead withthat. Far overdue,” Harvie said recently, noting the numberof workers who currently havesuch security clearance is“minimal” given the size of the workforce on the waterfront.

Increasing the number of workers required to get security clearances was oneof the recommendationsfrom the City of Delta’s report on port policing in September 2023, Harvie pointed out.

Transport Canada launcheda 60-day public consultationon Jan. 31, about expanding the numberof workers who would have to obtain a transportation security clearance.

The background security checks for such clearanceslook at past or present affiliations with organized crimethatmay pose a threat.

Harvie has called for years for some kindof policeforce but said law enforcement on the waterfront is changing.

“The answer isn’t going back to the oldmodel. It’s much more sophisticated today.Crimeis much more sophisticated,” he said.

“One thing I’m pushing, along with Mayor (Brenda) Locke from Surrey, is to ensure we have up-to-date, modern scanners that won’tupset the flow of goods but will be able to identify much more than they donow,in so farasillegal cargo coming in,” he said.

He and other mayors are pushing forthenew technology,he said.

Harvie said new equipment was promised eight years ago, “butofcourse, it just hasn’tarrived.

“So, those are things the government needs to look at It has good results in Europe and we need those results here.”

However, Canada Border Services Agency saidit has a multi-year strategy which includesnearly $300millionfortheexpansionand enhancement ofdetection technology across Canada, although it won’t say what specific technologies are where.

“Providing theexact detailsortimelinesof planned deploymentsfor new equipment would be counterproductive to our mandate, asorganized crimegroupscoulduse this information to try to evadedetection at the border,” said spokesperson Rebecca Purdy.

CBSA already has teams onthe Metro Vancouver waterfront withofficers checking containers, ships andcrewmembers, she added.

All marinecontainersentering and leaving Canada, along with the goods inside, must be reported to the CBSA, withtheagency completing a risk assessment of every shipment, Purdy said.

Based on the level of risk identified,containers may be subject to non-intrusive inspections using as X-ray or gammaray machines, as wellas physicalinspections

Canada’s Border Plan also has more than$355 millionforthe CBSA

The money allows hiring more than100 people, including border services officers, intelligenceana-

lysts and chemists, as well as the training ofup to ninenewdetector dogs teams, and buying chemical detection toolsand scanners.

Harvieadded that the modelfor policing the ports needs to be reexamined and a diverse approach taken.

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needs to be examined, intelligenceneeds to be improved and“that whole modelneeds to be examined because there are holes all over,” he said.

Harvie says afterdiscussions withconsultants, “the 25-year-oldmodel just won’t work.”

While some policepresenceisneeded, new tech-

nology and working with the Canadian Security and Intelligence Serviceand Canada Border Services Agency isalso needed.

“We need to be all working together to stop the amount offentanyl coming inand going out from Canada, but it’s got to start with the federal government.

“That’s where itall starts If we can go from less thanone percent of containers being inspected toclose to 100 percent, that’s animprovement. That’s what we’re looking for.

“That will create a barrier for the open ports that we have now,” Harvie said.

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Sparking theBuy Canadian movement

MELISE PANETTA TheCon ve rsation

Escalating trade tensions between Canada and the United States have ignited a new wave of Canadian patriotism, withconsumers consciouslychoosing made-in-Canada productsasanactof economic self-preservationand nationalpride.

U.S. PresidentDonaldTrump, asexpected, imposed tariffsonmost Canadianand Mexican goodson March 4. This, along with Trump’s calls to make Canada the 51st U.S. state, has prompted Canadians to rally around the “Buy Canadian”movement.

Recent research indicates a significant numberof Canadiansare now showinga strong preferencefor domesticproducts, with many willing to modify their buying behaviours.

One recent poll revealed 42 percent of Canadians polled will “absolutely do everything” to avoid purchasing U.S. products. Eighty-eight percent said they would buya productpromoted as “madein Canada.”

Another pollfoundthat 56 percent of Canadians said they would stop buying a certainproductaltogether if there isno Canadian-madealternative.

While the Buy Canadianmovement is gainingtraction,actually sustaining itcomes withnotable challenges. Someexperts caution that reducing relianceon U.S. imports is a gradualprocess contingent onconsistent consumercommitment.

Two primar y barriers standin the way of this sustained change: the higher costsof Canadian-made goods, particularly during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, andthe difficulty consumers faceinidentifying domestically produced items.

Addressing these two issuesiscrucialfor the long-term viability of the Buy Canadian movement.

The first primar y obstacle facingthe Buy Canadianmovement is the pricedisparity between domestic goods andtheirimported counterparts.

Canadiandomestic goods oftencome with a higher pricetag due to productioncosts, economiesof scale, transportationand other economicfactors. These factors make itdifficultfor local manufacturersto compete with cheaper, foreign alternatives

The second major obstacle forthe Buy Canadianmovement liesinconfusion over product labels. For many Canadians, identifying which productsare truly Canadian versus

imported alternatives can be a challenging task.

A recent pollfoundthat 42 percent of Canadians believe grocer y food productsare madein Canada, whilethe actual numberof productsfully madein Canada is closer to 10 per cent.

Canadian businesses and retailers have been responding to growing consumer demandfordomesticproducts withconcrete marketing strategies For instance, Loblaw Companies, Canada’s largest food retailer, has committed to “doubling down on securing food grown and made” locally.

Grocer y storesare also making it easierfor consumers to identifylocal products Several grocer y chains have revamped their in-store displays by using shelftags, stickers and endof-aisle signage toclearly identify Canadianmadefood items

Although maintaining thismomentum may be challenging, consumers are eager to showcase their patriotism at the checkout. With businesses and policy makers actively improving producttransparency and addressing cost concerns, the Buy Canadian movement is poised to gainfurther traction. Afterall, nothing embodiesunity quite likea little patriotic shopping, the Canadian way.

Testing theart ofsmart growthprinciples

GThe Delta Optimist is a member oftheNationalNewsmedia Council,whichisanindependent organization established to deal withacceptablejournalistic practices andethicalbehaviour If you have concernsabouteditorial content, please contact theeditor at: ijacques@delta-optimist.com or call 604-998-3616 If you are not satisfied withthe response and wish to file a formal complaint visitthe website atmediacouncil. ca or call toll-free 1-844-877-1163 for additionalinformation. Entire Contents © 2025 The Optimist

rowth isessential,it can bring progress that fosters opportunity, innovation,and renewal. However, without strategy, growth can lead to unintended consequences. The key lies in smart expansion, where ambition is balanced with sustainability. Before expanding, it’s essential to ask: What is the goal?Growth should be intentional, servinga clear purpose rather than being pursued forits own sake.A business scaling too quickly without structure can collapse underits own weight.A persontaking on too many commitments can lose focus. Growthismost successful when itenhances the existing foundation rather than replacing itentirely.

A fundamental ruleofsmart growthisensuring that the foundation can handle the increase Ifnewdemandsare placed on a system withoutensuring it can handle the load,cracks will eventually appear The best growth strategiesensure that underlying structuresare reinforced before taking onmore. Without a solid base, growthleads to instability, rather thanprogress.

Expansion shouldnever erase the qualitiesthatmade something valuablein the first place The best companiesgrow without losing their core values. The best leaders evolve while staying true to their principles Change can begood, but not at the cost of the very identity thatmadegrowth attractive to begin with. That said, what isconsidered identity today

Community Comment

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was oncenewitself. The things we defendastradition were, at some point, seenasdisruptions What we cherishnow may have beenmet with skepticism when it first appeared.

Growth challenges us to questionwhether something new will

diminish characteror, intime, become part ofit Not all change isloss—sometimes, itis simply evolution.

The smartest growth strategies considernot just immediate benefits but also long-term impact

What seemslike progress today couldcreatechallenges tomorrow if the fullpicture isn’tconsidered Willexpansioncreatebalance or strain? Willitimprove livesor complicate them?

Thoughtfulexpansion requires foresight, balance, and a commitment to ensuring that what is gained is worth what is changed. Growthisinevitable, but the way we manage itdetermines whether itleads to prosperity or regret. Growthisn’t just about moving for ward it’s about moving for ward wisely.

ER closures are complex

Editor:

The recent overnight closuresof Delta Hospital’s ER have understandably caused concernand inconvenience for many.

At Delta Hospitaland Community Health Foundation, we want to reassure our community that we are working closely with our partners at Fraser Health Authority to find ways to support thededicated staff at Delta Hospitalduring this challenging time.

Thisissue isnotunique to Delta. It is a complex problem with many contributing factors. It is sometimes easiest to point fingers and lay blame, however, we strive to be more solutionfocused.

Short term, we must find waysto support health care to mitigate increasing pressures on our hospital, including the sharpincrease invisits to our ER, post-pandemic

The foundationisdoing this by:

* Advocating foradditional resources, such asanurgent care centre

* Launchinga granting program to allow us to fundhealth-care programs

that provide support to our community whichultimately, might prevent users fromneeding thehospital.

Long-term, we believe thefollowing must be a priority for our government:

* Simplifying andexpediting the system forinternationally trained individuals with medicaldesignations to practise inBritish Columbia;

* Continuing to create more spacesin our B.C. universitiesfor Canadians to obtaintheir medicaldegrees.

As afoundation,the board and staff team take their roleofadvocating for the best health care forDelta very seriously.

In the coming days, weeks, and months, we willcontinue to do just that. Thisisanopportunity forus to uniteand standupforthe necessary changes to support our health-care system

Together, we are caring for our community, today andalways.

Lisa

Hoglund, executive-director; Andrew Jackson, chair, board of directors

Change can mean a home for youngergeneration

Editor :

Asa young adultwho grewupin South Delta and who has hadthe privilege oflivinghere sinceelementary school, I was saddenedwhenI realized that thehousing market had become so unaffordablethat I would have to leave my home town. Then,whenIheard that CenturyGroup wanted to redevelop the Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall,I became hopeful, becausehere wasaprojectthat respected Tsawwassen, while at the sametime, createdthemissing link inhousing for my generation.

Iunderstandwhy

peopledonot want change, but change is my generation’sonlyhopeof making South Delta our foreverhome.

It has honestly broken my heart to hear people make personal attacks towards those who have spokeninfavourofthe project.

Idisagree withthe no-towersmovement but respecttheirlove for Tsawwassen.

What I cannot appreciateisthe overthostility of some,coupled with personal attacks against thosewhoarein support ofthe towers

Ihear regular attacks againstMr. Hodgins,and Idon’tthinkthosewho make these attacks have

yearsofAmazingGreek CuisinetoSouthDelta/Ladner

hadanhonestengagement withthe man. Anyonewho speaks with Mr. Hodgins realizesthat hecontinues to buildin South Delta,despitethe vitriolhisfamilyisforced to endure, becausehe loves South Delta.

He wants to ensure that it can be acommunitywhere youngfolks likemeare welcomed andnotlocked outof housing, simply because allowing usin would call for some changes to our community.

It is my hope city council will be able to see past thefearof change some residents have and vote forhousing forthenext generation.

J. Semke

Councilproudlyjoins communitiesaroundthe worldin celebratingInternational Women’sDay—atime to recognize theachievementsofwomenandreaffirmour commitment to genderequality.

Accelerate Action,callsonus to push forwardwithgreaterurgency,breakingdownbarriers,and creatingopportunitiesforwomenandgirls to thrive.

(lefttoright): CouncillorDanielBoisvert,CouncillorJessieDosanjh,CouncillorDylanKruger, MayorGeorgeV.Harvie, CouncillorAliciaGuichon, CouncillorRodBinder,

Letters Supporting Optimist helps support our heritage

Editor :

I amdeeply troubled to readofthe recent closure ofthree local Lower Mainlandnewspapers anddonot want to see the samefate one day befallthe Delta Optimist. Regardless ofwhat individual readers may think ofthe Optimist’s positions on local issues, itisimperative that we have

a continuous record ofthecommunity’s day-to-day activities forthe sake ofpreserving thecommunity’s heritage I ask everyonewho cares about Delta’s history and has themoney to spare, to sign upfor a paid subscription to the Optimist, to maintain themost significant record of Delta’s history andheritage.

Kevin Hicks

We can’t build to affordability

Editor :

Don’t want 24-storey towers at the Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall? How about 16 storeys? No? Well,that’s likely what we’ll get, and it will be falsely heralded as a compromise.

The Centur y Group is clearly doing “the big ask” request more than you’re hoping for, thus giving the illusion of compromise when you get what you actually want.

In a sense, it’s already worked. Just look at the signs popping uparound town reading:Growthyes. Towers-no. Yes to more growth?

With our hospital emergency room wait times averaging six hours, why? When will it be enough? Whenthe

Editor :

It’s truly astounding to methat we have plans to add towersto Tsawwassen withalmost 2,000 units, and yet we are unable to keep our hospitals staffed with doctors, causing service interruptions like was the

waittimes average 12 hours?

Despite theeffort to gaslight us into believing other wise, Tsawwassen has grown significantly overthe years andthe Greater Vancouver region has been awash with construction cranesfor decades.

So, if thepremise is that we can build our way to affordability,why hasn’t it already happened?

It reminds meofhow, back in the early 2000s, wewere toldthat adding a million people to the region would result in lower taxesandan infrastructure boom.

That sure didn’t happen and neither will housing affordability through increased supply. Which is a good

thing, because our housing would have to be devalued by about 50 percent to make it “affordable”, which would be disastrous.

The only way we can truly make housing more affordable is to implementa moratorium on immigration and massive reductions in the size of government andtaxation on individuals and businesses.

Unfortunately, we won’t get the kindof sound economic and immigration policies we had before themess we’re in began to germinate, because “affordability” isn’t really the goal.

The growth mandate is primarilya ploy to increase government revenues.

D.M. Southard

case ofthe weekendof Feb. 22and23. We have recently had eight-plus-hour wait times in theemergency department.

Thisis completely unacceptableand building skyscrapers doesn’t solve this issue.

Doctors aren’t going to be theones living in those one-bedroom apartments. We shouldfocus on making sure that the infrastructure of our municipality can handle those living here first. Jordan Smithers

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Guy Leesonpromotedtodeputychief forDeltapolice

The Delta Police Department’sActing Deputy Chief GuyLeeson hasbeenconfirmedas the newestdeputychief.

“I ampleased to announcethat Guy Leeson hasbeen appointedasdeputy chiefof the Delta Police Department,”said Chief Harj Sidhu.“With29

yearsof dedicated service to the DPD, he has been arespected leader, mentor, andadvocatefor public safety.Histacticalexpertise, strategic leadership,and abilityto build strong partnerships make him aninvaluable part of ourexecutive team,ensuringcontinuityand strengthening

ourconnections within the departmentand the community.”

Leeson joinedthe departmentinNovember 1995as arecruitconstable

During his career,he hasspent timeinthe patroldivision,theemergenc yresponseteam, majorcrimes,andthe

investigationsbureau.

He served asthe inspectorandthen superintendentincharge ofinvestigationsandthe patroldivision,where he wasresponsiblefor frontline policing, investigationsandcommunity services.

In 2024, Leeson was appointedinterim chief constablewhiletheDelta police boardcompleted thehiringprocessfora newchiefconstable.

SinceNovember2024, Leeson hasbeeninthe roleofactingdeputy.

Leeson represents theDPD on severalprovincial workinggroups

focusedonpublicorder, ports, andbordersecurity

He isanaccredited majorcaseteamcommanderanda member ofthe EDivision major case-management committee.

He is agoldcommander for publicorder incidents.

Leesonholds abachelorofartsin political sciencefrom SimonFraser University.

As aproud resident of Deltaforthepast50 years, heis wellconnected to thecommunity— havingattendedschool, worked,raised afamily,

Deltapolicehave named GuyLeesonas itsnew deputychief.

andcoached localsoccer andlacrosseteams. -Submitted by Deltapolice

Multiplefirearmscharges swornagainstDeltaman

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A reported home invasioninLadner hasresulted in multiplefirearmsrelatedcharges againsta Deltaman.

Accordingtoanews releasefromDeltapolice, the British Columbia Prosecution Service has swornchargesof possessingaweaponfor a dangerouspurpose,storingafirearm contrar y

to regulations, andtwo countsof careless use or storageofafirearm against Delta resident MaximilienPailleret.

Police sayonNov.8, 2024, at 4:18 a.m.,officersrespondedtoa911 call reportingahome invasioninvolvingthree armedsuspects.Officers locatedaman outside the residence holdinga handgun. Theman was safelyarrestedand later identifiedasthe home’s

resident. Throughfurther investigation,officers determinedtherewasno evidenceofahomeinvasion.

Officerslocated more than30firearmsand thousandsof roundsof ammunitionin various stagesof storageanddisplay.Somefirearmswere foundunsecured on the floor,hangingonwalls, placedonfurniture, whileotherswereproperly securedina safe.

New EastLadnerbike park consultationtobegin

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co m

The City of Delta will undertake community and userengagement on moving thebike park at Holly Park, in East Ladner, to nearby Kensington Park Council on Monday endorseda staff recommendation to undertake the consultationwhich would see the pump track moved to a new area withthe samefootprint.

A land exchange that was part ofanadjoining townhouse development resulted in a modified

Holly Park boundar y in 2024,impacting theexisting bike track.

A report to council says the Kensington site is underutilized and has limited potentialfor alternative usesdue to constraintsimposed by a BC Hydro statutor y rightof-way

Staff willengage a consultant to assist with preliminar y concepts and design optionsand report to council this summer

The report noted constructionofthebike park in the new location is subject to BC Hydro’s approval and will need

andamajor renovation wasundertakenin2021.

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to comply withitsdesign requirements

“Givenlengthy BC Hydro review and approval timelines impacting past projects, staffcontacted BC Hydro forfeedback on a potentialbike park onthis site in September2023, receiving suggested siting,” the report notes.

Following fourth reading forthe residential development on60B Street,a formal application to BC Hydro with a preliminary plan was quickly submitted in summer2024, buta response was not received until February 2025.

BC Hydro outlineda numberof requirements

that will inform the park’s detailed design, the report adds

“Despite these initial reviews, final approvalof the park’s detailed design by BC Hydro will still be required prior to the start of construction. The timeline for receiving final approval following submissionof a preferred

finaldesign is uncertain,” the report explains

The existing track will remaininitslocationuntilthe new bike park at Kensingtonis constructed Potential future usesfortheexisting track’s location would be explored as part of a broader masterplanprocess for Holly Park.

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Metro releases satisfaction survey of regionalparks

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DeclarebyMarch 31,2025 at gov.bc.ca/spectax or by toll-free 1.833.554.2323

Homeowners have untilMarch31 tocomplete theirdeclaration forBC’sSpeculationand Vacancy Tax. Whileallhomeowners in designatedareasmustdeclare, 99% of British Columbiaresidents won’thaveto paythe tax. Thistaxhelpsfundaffordablehousing initiativesandturnsempt yhomesinto housingforpeoplewholiveand work inBC. Since2017,morethan90,000 homes have beendeliveredorare underway underthe HomesforBCandHomesfor Peopleplans MakingHousing Mo re Affordable

SANDOR GYARMATI sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co m

The average annualvisitation to Metro Vancouver regional parks overthe last three years is approximately 15million,and a survey found91 per cent ofvisitors are satisfied withthe parks andgreenways.

That’s according to a recent report to the Metro board on a 2024visitor survey conducted by thedistrict to gatherinsights on park users, theiractivities, as well as satisfaction with regional parks’ facilities.

The findingsalso indicate that 86 per cent ofadultsvisit a regional or large natural park at least once a year, while94 per cent of residents considerthe parks as“important or very important” with walking/hiking and nature appreciationastheir primary activities.

Nearly half(48 per cent)of respondents, however, report challenges accessing naturalareas, especially without a private vehicle ordue to limited publictransit options.

The three amenitiesand services considered most important are washrooms(76 per cent), parking

(55 per cent)and maps/directional information(26 per cent).

Desired improvementsinclude flat trailsthrough natural areas asthe top choice(43 per cent),followed by shuttle buses orenhanced transit options(31 per cent)andmental health/wellness (22 per cent).

The regionaldistrictconducted similar surveys in2013and2019.

Whenitcomes to Boundary Bay Regional Park, including Centennial Beach in Tsawwassen,the regional parks committee approved recommending to the board anextension of a pilotprogram to permit public alcoholconsumptionindesignated areas at the beach, as wellasother select regional parks in2025.

The pilot was implemented from Friday, June28 to Monday, Oct. 14, 2024, withalcoholconsumption permitted at any timeduring park hours indesignated areas.

A recent report to thecommittee noted theprogram was successfully implemented,andfewincidents ofirresponsible behaviour were reported.

However, there was not many park visitors that tookadvantage of thenewopportunity at someofthe locations, the report noted, adding that staff recommended anexten-

sionofthepilotthis year to provide another season to assess publicuse ofthedesignated areas.

Staff recommended that year two ofthepilotprogram run from Friday, May16 to Monday, Oct. 13.

Also at Centennial Beach, the regionaldistrictislooking at potentialfuture usesforthe pavilion concession building.

If a reconfigurationofthe space is recommended based ontheconsultants’ work, detailed design and construction would be budgeted in future years.

Meantime, another Metro pilot project, that enabled peoplevisiting Centennial Beach tocheckthe parking situationinadvance, has been successful.

That’s according to another report to thecommittee onthe project providing real-time parking capacity information to people planning to travel to Boundary Bay Regional Park and Iona Beach Regional Park.

That report noted the technology achieveda highaccuracy rate ofaround95 per cent intracking vehiclesentering andexiting the pilot sites, demonstrating reliable performance, whilethe system’s uptime was consistently high

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LADNERVILL AGEREVITALIZ

ATION

TheCityofDeltais continuingits work to revitalizeLadnerVillagewith key projectsaimedatimprovingpublicspacesandenhancingwaterfrontaccess. As partofthiseffort, theCityismoving forward to confirmthedirectionof theproposedenhancementsat ElliottStreetWharf andisseekinginput fromthe community!

RECHARGEHERE

Lastyear,theCityengagedthecommunityonseven projects to revitalizeLadnerVillageincludingupgrades to theElliottStreetWharf.Basedonthefeedbackreceived, theCityisproposingthefollowingenhancementsand wouldliketohearfromthe community:

•Floatingdocksystem to launchkayaks.

•Wharframpupdatestoprovide astableand slip-resistantsurface.

•ReconfigurationoftheWharfhead to improveparkingand accesstotheWharfforrecreationalpurposes.

•Determineallowablecommercialusesandallocatespace (e.g.,kayakrentals,foodtrucks,fishsales,andboat tours).

GETINVOLVED!

Therearethreewaysyoucangetinvolvedandshareyourinput:

•Reviewtheproposedplans onletstalk.delta.ca/Ladner-Village.

•Checkoutourpop-upeventattheWharf to discusstheplansandshareyourthoughts.

Location: ElliottStreetWharf(5000ElliottSt)

When: Saturday,March15,2025

Time: 11:00am –1:00pm

•Completethe feedback form(takes 4minutes) onthe Let's TalkDeltawebpage by Friday,March21,2025.

Comeoutanddiscusstheplanswith ourEngagement Team!

Visit letstalk.delta.ca/Ladner-Village formoreinformationandtoparticipate. Ifyouhaveany questions,email revite-the-village@delta.ca.

ElliottStreetWharf

City of Deltapreparing for earthquake, otherdisasters

SANDOR GYARMATI

s gyarmati@delta-optimi st .c

om

The Feb. 21 earthquake felt onthe southcoast of B.C. didn’t cause serious damage, but theCity of Deltaintends to be prepared if a more destructive one hits

The reported 5.1-magnitude earthquake on

Friday afternoonhit about 24 kilometres northeast of Sechelt, and 60km northwest of Vancouver, at a depth of one km

Following thequake, theCity of Deltaon social medianoted crews were checking critical infrastructure and ready to respond as needed but

there were no reported damages at the time

The city latelast year issued a request forproposalsfor a consultant to develop business continuity plans forits various departments to continue providing essential servicesduring adverse events, such an earthquake.

The goalis to be pre-

pared fordisruptions of key technology, utilities, staff availability, workspace, and/orthird-party serviceproviders.

The consultant will develop a business impactanalysis to identify critical risk scenarios.

A report will summarize the findings and offer actionable recommendations to address gaps and enhance readiness.

Emergency water supply

Notice is hereby giventhatDelta City Councilwillconsidergiving first, second, and thirdreadings to the bylawreferencedbelowat itsRegular Meetingat 6:15 p.m. on Monday,March 10,2025 in the Council Chamber, DeltaCityHall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent,Delta,BC.

File No.P24-14(BylawNo. 8479)

Location: City-wide

Applicant: City of Delta

Proposal: To amend“DevelopmentApplication Procedures BylawNo. 8347,2023”as follows:

To delegate thefollowing authoritytothe GeneralManager,Development:

• issuanceofminor development variance permitsfor non-profit housing projects;and

• issuanceofheritagealterationpermits forpropertieslocated within a heritageconservationareainthe Official CommunityPlanbutnotlisted on Delta’sHeritageRegisterorinventories

Staff Contact: EmilyPaterson,Planner –604-952-3612

FORMOREINFORMATION REGARDINGTHE PROPOSAL

Materials related totheproposalsuchasthe proposed bylawand otherinformation maybeinspected at DeltaCityHall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent,Delta,BC, Mondayto Friday,excluding statutory holidaysfrom9:00a.m.to4:00p.m.fromThursday, February 27,2025 to Monday,March 10,2025

Ifyou have ageneral inquiryregarding theproposalorifyou wouldlikeassistancetoinspect any relevant documentation, please contactthe DevelopmentDepartmentbyemail at development@delta.caorbyphone at 604-946-3380

Correspondence received upto 10:00 a.m.onFriday, March7,2025 will be included in theagenda package. Allcorrespondence must includeyournameand full address andwillformpartofthe public recordfor theproposaland be publishedonthe City’s website.

Email: mayor-council@delta.caOR Writeto: Mayorand Council,CityofDelta 4500 Clarence TaylorCrescent Delta, BC V4K3E2

Meanwhile, thecity’s 2025financialplan includes a project involvinga fieldinvestigation to determine thelocation of a potential water aquiferin Tsawwassen and completinga test well at Village Park on Wesley Drive forthe supply of emergency drinking water for South Delta.

The city does have severalgroundwater wells at Watershed Park in North Deltathat provides some drinking water forthat area and can act asan emergency water supply.

However, the city receivesallits water for South Deltafrom Metro Vancouver with no alternate emergency source

Metro Vancouver has been undertakinga major seismic safety project for the region’s in-system reservoirs including Tsawwassen’s Pebble Hill

Thecity wantstoidentifypriorityissues requiring immediateattentiontostrengthen Delta’s resilienceand response capabilities.

reservoir, which had been undergoing upgrades to ensure thecontinued delivery of clean, safe drinking water, especially during anemergency event.

A report to Metro Vancouver’s regional planning committee last

yearon a regional multihazard mapping project concluded theCity of Delta hasa highprobability risk in a coastal flooding scenario but is at lower risk of low ormoderate ground shaking in an earthquake compared to Richmond.

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF BYLAWS – MARCH 10, 2025

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Écoledu Bois-joli,a FrancophonePublic Schoolin Deltaandpartof School District 93,hostedatraditionalSugar Shack eventon Saturday,March1.The day featuredlive traditionalmusic,atheatricalper formance, face painting andgames forchildrenandfrancophone exhibitors Seemorephotosonour websiteatwww.delta-optimist .com.

At Home

A springlawn revitalization strategy

Newgrowthis a hallmark of spring, whetherit plays out inthebirthofbirds and bunniesor withthe returned buds ontrees and plant stalks. Whilemost greenery rebounds naturally, lawns may need a littleextraTLC to return to their oncelush, green glory.

Revitalizinga lawn in spring is a multifaceted process but can be well worth the reward whengreengrass adds to a beautiful landscape andfunctional yard Here ishow to get started whenthe weather warms, courtesy of The Farmer’s Almanac and The Home Depot.

Cleanupdebris : Spend a fewhours raking upleavesfromthe lawn and removing any other winterdebris like twigs so that air can reach thegrass below.Also remove any thatch thathas developed.

Testthe soil: Take a sampleofthe soil to determineits pH level and nutrient needs. Then you canadjust seta strong foundationforthe lawn to grow.

Do someweeding: Pull out any weeds that have poked through early onand applya pre-emergent herbicide to prevent additional weeds fromtaking over

Startthe aerationprocess: A core aerator punchesholesinto the soil. Thisenablesairand water to penetrate through to the roots.

Overseed the lawn: Apply grass seeds overthe lawn, paying special attention to any bare orthinareas so that the seed willfillinthe lawn

Water consistently: It isimportant to water the lawn deeply andconsistently, especially whenthe weatherisdry, to help promote strong rootdevelopment. Time fertilizer correctly: Applya spring fertilizeraroundthree weeks after the lawn starts to turngreen orafterthe first two orthree mowings. Iffertilizer is applied too early,it can feed weeds insteadofthegrass and resultinfertilizer runoff

Mow to anappropriate height : Begin to mowwhenthegroundisdry enough andthegrass islong enough to need cutting. Leave somelength to the lawn; otherwise, sunlight will reach the soil andencourage weed seeds to germinate. With a littleelbow grease at the start of spring, homeowners can establish strong andhealthy lawns.

-Metro Creative

At Home

Home interiortrendsontherise

Trends that seem ubiquitous one day can seemingly vanish before the sun rises again just 24 hours later.

That’s especially true in thedigital age, when overnight celebritiesand viralvideos can be onthe tips of ever yone’s tongue before being forgotten entirely whenthenext online sensationemerges in anincreasingly rapid news cycle.

Hometrends typically benefitfrom a longer shelf lifethanviralvideos and otherfadsthat originate ontheinternet, and that’s something renovation-minded homeowners shouldconsiderwhen improving theirhomes. Homeowners preparing to do just that can considerthese notable

trends, which theonline renovationexperts at Houzz suggest will be particularly popular in the yearahead.

Rounded furnishings: Houzz noted that gentle curvesand rounded edges embody the organicmodern styles thatmany current homeowners love. Rounded dining tablesand similarly circular coffeetables may meritconsideration among homeowners who want to embrace popular trends

Arches : Houzzcites archesamong themore popular moderntrends, andtheexperts at Better Homes & Gardensnote thisunique, eye-catching style has been gaining popularity for several years. Better Homes &

Gardens suggeststhat part ofthe appealof arched door ways could be theirdeviationfrom a more traditionaldoor shape. That uniqueness draws the attentionof residentsandvisitors alike, and Houzz notes that arched windows, cabinetsand evenmillwork detailsare part of thepivot toward arches

Stove alcoves : Ifit’s a touch ofhistory homeowners want, kitchen range alcoves might be just theproject forthem Range alcoves callan earliertime to mindwhen wood burning stoves were commonplace The report from Houzz notes range alcoves immediately draw attention,which undoubtedly adds to their appeal. -Metro Creative

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Sacred Heart Catholic Church

3900 Ar thurDrive, Ladner 604-946-4522 sacredheartparish.ca

LADNERGOSPEL ASSEMBLY

“Aplacewhereloveandfriendshipmatters”

SundayWorshipService 10:30am

AllAges Welcome!

Community

Preparing for Lent

I wonder if recently, anyone out there saw folks walking around with a black smudge on theirforeheads?

Maybe itlooked likea cross.

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AllSaintsAnglican Church 4979-44A Avenue,Ladner 604-946-9179 •604-946-4224

JoinusSundayService @10am

WednesdayService @10am followedbyBibleStudy

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Sundaysat10:00 a.m. Rev.Jason Truell 中文主日崇拜 10:00a.m.

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Tsawwassen United Church 693 –53rdStreet,Tsawwassen

Rev.MariePaul Welcometoeveryonefor Worship &Friendship Sundays @10:00am tuc@telus.net604.943.2911

“Be Faithful,betrue, be ablessing”

No, it wasn’tthat they had forgotten to wash theirfaces before going about their daily errands If you did see someone with a black smudge or cross on their foreheads, itis because that day was Ash Wednesday.

In many Christian churches, we are preparing for Lent

The word Lent means spring, andduring the next five weeks of spring, asthe snowdrops and daffodils continue to appear, Christiansare preparing for Easter by havinga cross of ashes made on their foreheads.

Thisceremony remindsusthat we belong to the Creator and

Minister’s Minute

heartsand souls ;a time to focuson theDivine Mystery,whatmany of us nameas God.

In short, Lent is a time where we intentionally realign ourselves with what God asks of us

Throughoutthe Bible we are directed to seek justice for the poor and hungry.

We are asked to follow the golden rule, which is to treat othersas you yourself wouldlike to be treated.

are part of God’s good creation.

We simplify our daily patterns of living. Perhaps we refrainfrom something– perhaps chocolate or alcohol – to remind usthat these five weeks of Lent area time to intentionally engage in some self-reflection.

A time to do some spring cleaning of our

Evenifthe other drives you crazy. Evenifthey are strangers to you. This isthe way of peaceand non-violence that, when practiced, can change us and our world.

It can be a small resurrectionfor us, blooming like theflowers of spring, and readying ourselves to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus on Easter and the promise itbrings.

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More thanjustrealtors,AmberandJennifer are yourneighbours—raisingtheirfamilies andactivelycontributingtothewell-being andgrowthoftheircommunity. Whether you’relookingtoupsize, downsize,orexpand yourinvestment portfolio, trustthemto guide youinfindingyournextopportunityin beautifulSouthDelta.

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TaylorKimisaPGAofCanada andLPGAClass “A” Professional, currentlyservingas agolfinstructor atBeachGrove GolfClubinTsawwassen, BC.RaisedinSurrey, Kimbeganplaying golfatage9undertheguidanceofher father,a formerteachingprofessionalin Korea.Shequickly excelled,earning aspot on TeamCanadaandascholarshipto Kent StateUniversity,whereshewonmultiple conferencechampionshipsandwasnamed Mid-AmericanConferencePlayerofthe Yearin2016. Turningprofessionalin2016,Kimqualified forthe U.S. Women’sOpeninherfirst year. ShelatercompetedontheSymetraTour beforeearningherPGAandLPGAClass “A” designationsin2019.In2024,Kimwonthe BCPGA Women’sChampionshipandwas namedtheBCPGAWomen’sPlayerofthe Year,marking asignificantachievementin

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hercareer. NowinhersixthseasonatBeachGrove, Kimispassionateaboutcoaching, particularlyfocusingonwomenand juniors.Shefosters asupportive,inclusive environmentforgolfersofalllevels. For lessons,contact TaylorKimat tkim@beachgrovegolf.com.Sheis committedtogrowingthegameand creating awelcomingspacefor everyone toenjoygolf.

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DeltaHospitaland Communit yHealthFoundation

Throughthegenerosityand passion of theirsupporters, Delta Hospitaland Community HealthFoundation(DHCHFoundation) fundsandpromotesoutstanding healthcareatDeltaHospitalCampus of Care includingMountainViewManor and Irene Thomas Hospice. Since1988, they have raised over$82million for state-of-the-artequipment ,capital projects,buildingimprovements,and ongoingeducation forstaff.

DHCHFoundationhas ateam of talentedandhardworking women aspart of theirstaff andboardwho combinetheirskillsand expertise to raisefunds towardsprovidingthebest healthcarepossible forour community todayand forfuturegenerations.

FollowDHCHFoundationon Facebook and Instagram to stay connected.

AlisonSteen

Asyourdedicated realtorwithover 20 years of experienceinthe South Deltarealestatemarket, Ibringan in-depthunderstanding of localtrends, neighbourhooddynamicsandproperty values. Being aSouth Deltalocal,I’mable toprovidea wealthofinsiderknowledge that allows metoguideclientswith confidenceandprecisionthroughevery stepoftheirrealestatejourney.

Whetherit’s helpingfirst-time homebuyersfindtheirdreamhome, negotiatingfavourabletermsforsellers orassistinginvestorsinaddingtotheir realestateportfolios,I’mdedicatedto delivering exceptional results.

My passion forthe communityand expertisein realestatemakemea trustedresourceforall yourneedsin South Delta. Let’sworktogetherto makeyourrealestategoals areality.

TESTIMONIAL

“Alisonis aconsummateprofessional in every way. Shewaspatient,helpful, andpresentedourpropertyusingmany mediums.Shegave uslots of noticefor showingsandwasalwayspresent for them.Hergreatcommunicationskills keptusinformedand at times,putus at ease. We highly recommendher!”

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CarolPetersen

NatureEncounters Toursand Travel ownerandwildlifephotographer, Carol Petersen,hasbeencrafting journeystoAfricasince1990andled over 100safarigroupsthroughoutmuchofthe AfricancontinentaswellasEcuador &the GalapagosIslands,IndiaandAntarctica. Whetheritbecanoeingdownthe ZambeziRiverwithin afewfeetofa 5-tonbullElephant,capturingprecious momentswith afamilyofMountain Gorillas,watching apairofBlue Footed Boobiesperformtheiruniquecourting dance,orfollowingthealarmcallsof LangurMonkeysinhopesoffinding the veryendangeredBengalTiger,our wildlifedestinationswillleaveyoufeeling thoroughlyimmersedinnatureandcreate manymagicalmemories.

NatureEncounters Tours &Travel anticipates everytravelneedtoensurea tripof alifetime!Whether youjoin asmall grouporprefertravellingindependently, ouritinerariesaredesignedwith considerationtowildlifemovement, cultural eventsand35 yearsof experience exploringthesedestinations.

Oursmallgroupsincludelike-minded travellers -eagerto explorenatureand cultureandincludemany“special” events and afewsurprisestoo!Iftravellingina groupisn’t yourstyle,Caroltakes your ideasfora dreamvacation,addsher experiencefromyearsof exploringthese destinationsandcreatesanidealvacation madetoorderforjust you, yourfriends and/orfamily.

Our veryspecialand experiencedlocal guideshave beenpartof “ourfamily”for manyyears.Whilerespectingtheirland,

their expertknowledgeispassionately shared,andtheywillbecome yourfamily too.Guestcomfortandserviceisofutmost importance. We knowwhattheroadsare like,uniquelocationsforlunchandwhere allthebestwashroomsare. Youwillhave noworries!

Givingbacktothepeopleandlandsshe visits;itisCarol’smandatetosupport wildlifeconservationgroupsaswellas otherspecialprojectsincludingproviding educationandsupporttomanyrescued girlsand youngwomenin Kenya.She believescollaboratingandsupporting womenfor a“handup”enhances communities,makingqualityoflifebetter forall.

Thequote “Once you’vebeen apartof Africa,itbecomes apartof you.”best describesCarol’slove forthisspecialpart oftheworldandshewouldloveyoutojoin heronsafaritoshareherpassionwith you.

Keepan eye openforCarolinherredMini wrappedin Zebraszoomingthroughout ourneighbourhoods –nodoubtwatching forourownamazingwildlife!

Ioriginatefromthemajesticshoresof theSaintLawrenceRiver;residedfor afew yearsnorthoftheArcticCircle; and,presentlyestablishedonthecoast ofourspectacularSouthDeltawithno regrets.Since1988,proudlyproviding ourcommunityandbeyond aComplete

RemovableDentureService,including Dentures overImplants.Myquaintoffice isstilllocatedintheofHistoricLadner Village,and, Iwelcome youtouseitasa havenfor yourremovabledentalprosthetic needsandreferrals.Congratulationstoall thewomenwhogracethesepages.Thank

youalsotoyourcontributiontoourunique communityandpleaseaccept my heartfelt wishesforyourcontinuedsuccess.

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COMMUNITYMINDED &CLIENTFOCUSED

TrustedbyExecutors,Lawyers, Notaries,RealEstateAgents,andTrustees

WhenSimplyEstateServices wasfounded, we setout to dosomethingdifferent—provide compassionate andprofessionalsupport forfamilies facingestatetransitionsandseniormoves. Our focushasalwaysbeenonmakingtheprocessstress-free,seamless,and respectful. Withyearsofexperienceserving South Delta, we take prideinhandling everydetailwithcare,from CertifiedPersonal Property Appraisals to responsibleredistributionandcharitable contributions. We understandthateveryestate holdsa lifetimeofmemories,andour goalis to ensuretheyare managed withdignity.

We aregrateful forthetrustplacedinusby executors,legalprofessionals, realestateexperts,andfamilies who relyonourservices. LetusshowyoutheSimply way.

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REALTOR

Taylor Brown

Youcouldsaythat South Deltaispart of Taylor Brown’slegacyasshe comesfromfourgenerations of life-long farmingLadnerites. Taylorhas aremarkableabilitytouncoveramazingopportunitiesinboththelocaland international realestatemarketsforhervaluedclientele. Herconnection to theYVRand South Deltacommunityis sostrongthatshehasturneditinto asuccessful realestatecareer overthelast 9years.

Sincelaunchinghercareer,Taylorhas consistentlyrankedinthetop 5percent of allREBGVReal Estate Agents, placingheramongthetopperformersinahighly competitiveindustrywith over17,000members. Herdedication and exceptional resultshaveearnedhertheprestigiousMedallionClubstatus,recognizingthetop1-10percentof agents,as wellas ElitePlatinumstatuswithMacdonald Realty, one of BC’s most reputableagencies,yearafter year. In2023, TaylorearnedtheprestigiousTop1% PresidentsClub,placingherinthetop1% of 17,000REBGVAgents.

Taylor’sexpertiseextendsbeyond residentialpropertiesandherspecialtiesarefrompre-sale/apartmentsto farmsandacreages. Withherdeepknowledgeofthehousingmarket combinedwithherup-bringing of caring for animalsonthefamily farm,shenavigatestheuniquechallengesandopportunitiespresentedbyallproperties,from apartmentstoacreageswithease.

Taylorbrings acombination of fiercenegotiationskills,cunningwit,andthedrivetowin. Sheunderstandsthe importanceoffindingtheperfectmatch forherclients,whetherit’s apre-sale,apartment,townhouse,single family ora working farm,anequestrianproperty& aserene retreat.Taylor’sabilitytoidentifythepotential of agricultural land,navigatezoning regulations,andadviseonthesuitabilityofdifferentfarmoperationsmakesheraninvaluable assetinthelocal realestatemarket.Workingasanadvisorwith Engel& Volkers, aboutiqueluxuryglobalbrand, Taylorintends to investon agloballevelinthe coming years. Contactmefor afreehomeevalution

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GEORGIAPRIMAR

Thebellsonthedoorchimeas youcrossthethresholdofthisbustlingshop…red lipsticksmilesandperfectlycurledhairgreet youasyouenter.Ilookaroundwith aweandwonder,candidphotoscoverthetablesandwallsand Ithinkto myself whoareallthesepeople?Arethey famous?Secretlywishing Iwasamongstthose photos.Myattentionquicklyturnedbacktothebeamingfacecallingmesweetheart andaskingmewhatwould Ilike. Iwas 7yearsoldandthiswas my firsttimein Tsawwassentovisit my OmaandOpawhohadmovedherefrom Toronto.Theplace wasOssie’sDeli.

Womeninbusiness…Ibecomestillandquietand Ilet my minddriftandponderwhat momentsandfragmentsshapedandinfluencedwho Iamtoday. Undoubtedlythese momentsaretheonesthatmademefeelseen,leftmefeelingheardandconsidered. Ihave been veryfortunatetohave beensurroundedbystrong,loving,character filledwomenwhochallengedthenormwith atwinkleintheir eye.Allofthenatural gifts awomanpossesses by nature,thenumberoftimesin alifetimeshereinvents herself,makeshertoolboxofabilitiesabundantandvital. Ivalueallwomen. Iconsiderwomenwho raisechildreninthemostimportant businessofall.Ibelieve ourplaceintheworldofbusinessishereforustoclaim ifwechoose.Itmaynotbeeasybut Ireallybelieve theabilitieswepossessare unstoppableifwestandinourpowerwithgrace,integrityandlove….Afterallno onewouldhave toldMother Teresato“get ajob”.

With Love always

ADVANCEDSKINCARE

Mary Seitz

BeachGrove LaserClinic:ALegacyof InnovationandExcellence

Fornearly20years,MarySeitz, aregisterednurseandproudownerof BeachGrove LaserClinic,hasbeenatthe forefrontofadvancedskincareandlaser treatmentsinSouthDelta.Herdedication to excellencehasearnedtheclinicthe prestigioustitleofBestLaserClinicin SouthDeltafor overadecade, atestament tothetrustandloyaltyofthecommunity sheserves.

AtBeachGrove LaserClinic,thefocusgoes beyondaesthetics.Maryandherteamare committedtohelpingclientsfeelgood insideandout.Everytreatmentoffered hasbeenthoroughlyresearchedtoensure safety,effectiveness,andinnovation. Infact,theclinichasbeen apioneerin Tsawwassen,oftenbeingthefirstto introducecutting-edgetreatmentstothe

localmarket.

WhatsetsBeachGrove LaserClinicapart isitsholisticapproachtoskincareand wellness.Theteamunderstandsthat everyclientisunique,andtreatmentsare tailoredtoaddressbothphysicalconcerns and overallwell-being.With adeep-rooted commitmenttothecommunity,Beach Grove LaserCliniccontinuestoprovide exceptionalservice,innovativesolutions, andpersonalizedcare,ensuringthat every clientlooksandfeelstheirabsolutebest.

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HOMEORGANIZING

Jennifer IIIsley-Hall

Hello!I’mJenniferIllsley-Hall,and since2018,I’vebeendedicatedto helpingpeopleinMetro Vancouver leadmoreintentionalandfulfillinglives through my business,DeliberateDecisions. We’reallaboutorganizingspacestomatch yourlifestyleandneeds.

Walkinginto ahomethatfeelsorganized andcalmingissomething everyone deserves.Myteamand Iareheretomake thathappen,respectingthepersonalnature ofthisjourney. We keepthingsrelaxedand supportive,ensuring youfeelateaseand incontrol.

Throughourserviceslikedecluttering, movingassistance,andestateclearing,we provide asenseofreliefandempowerment tothosenavigatingtransitions.It’sa privilegetobepartofourclient’sjourneys, andwearethankfulfortheopportunityto make ameaningfuldifferenceintheirlives.

If you’rereadytotakethefirststeptoward amoreorganizedandharmoniousliving space,orif you’repreparingtomove house andneedsupportwithallthelogistics, Iinviteyoutoreachoutviaemailto info@deliberatedecisions.caWelook forwardtoworkingwith you.

Yvonne Clark

This year Iamcelebrating43 years ofworkinginourfamily business. Everydayisanewopportunityto helppeopleand Ihonestlylovewhat Ido. We have grownsomuchoverthe years andaresothankfulforoursupportive community.Ourfirst“store” wasDad sellingflooringoutofhisvanin1967 and wehavefondmemoriesofhelping onjobsitesaskidsandbeingrolledupin carpetwhenhewasmakingcutsonour driveway. Ourshowroomtodayis 3000squarefeetandfilled with ahuge selectionofarearugs,hardwood,laminate, vinylplank,cork,vinyl,maintenance products,andofcoursecarpetallavailable atthe verybestprices. We aresoproud tobepartofthiscommunityandlook forwardtoserving youfrom findingthe perfectfloorcoveringforyourhometo

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REALTORS

lifetimeguaranteedinstallation.If you’re dreamingof anewlookforyourhome comevisitus. We’reheretohelp you put together alook you’lllove

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Carole Petersen

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At BeyondtheKeysRealEstate Group,welove helpingour neighboursfindtheperfectplace tocallhome.

Ledby MerileeMcCaffery and Marina Russell,ourteambrings awealthof knowledgeand expertise,with28 years of combinedexperienceand acommitmenttoexceeding your expectations.

We’repassionateaboutintroducingour clientstoDelta’s unique communities— fromLadner’ssmall-towncharmto Tsawwassen’s beachsidelifestyleand NorthDelta’s beautifulparks. Realestateisn’tjustaboutbuyingand selling—it’s about findingtheright fitforyou.Whether you’re upsizing,

downsizing,orbuying yourfirsthome, we’llguide youwithcare,everystepof the way.

Andoursupportdoesn’tstoponce you’vesettledin—we’realwaysherefor advice,local recommendations,orjusta friendlychat

ExperiencetheBeyondtheKeys difference.Let’sfindyourperfect hometogether.

hen Carole Petersen decided to tryher hand at sellingcruises morethan30 yearsago,never inherwildestdreamscouldshe haveimaginedthecareershe wouldcreateforherself.Carole foundherpassionandhome withCruise Ship Centers,a Vancouverownedandoperated company.Sincethatinception, shehasseenthecompany rebranditselfas apart of the Expedia Familyand relaunched asExpedia Cruises,Air,Land and SeaVacations. Havinghad to guidethe businessthroughmany world-changing events,such

as9/11, Sars,H1N1tonamea few, Carole remainedsteadfast inhervisionand forgedahead to tackleand conquerallthat wasputinherpath.As2020 unfolded,theworldwould yet againbehitwithanotherlife changingblow. Covid-19 took agripandtheindustry they lovedwasdevastated, Carole,alongwiththeir team of 30 consultants,banded together,tightenedthereigns, andheldonforthelong arduousjourneyahead. Travelcamebackwitha vengeance, awelcomesightfor Caroleandher team at Expedia Cruises SunnySouth Delta,they have been workingtirelessly eversince,fulfillingthetravel needs fortheirdedicated clientswhoare itching to chart theirpathinthisamazing world, creatingtheirmem oriesand checking off theirbucket lists. Whether by Air, Landor Sea, Caroleandher teamarehere in your communityhelping “Navigate your Spectacular VacationExperiences”!

CROCHETANDKNITTING

Alison Day

Alisonisthe owner of SouthDelta’s newestonlineyarnshop!Sheknew sheneeded to finda waytocontinue servingtheknittingandcrochetcommunity, andalongwithherfriendKim,isthrilledtosee theirprivate classroomfilledwithlaughterand learning.See my website fordetails.

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Hon.Carla Qualtrough

International Women’sDayis aday to celebrate progressmadeand raiseawareness of thework thatstillneeds to bedone to ensure thefull participation of futuregenerations of womenand girlsinallaspects of oursociety.This yearour GovernmentofCanada’sthemeis“Strengthin everystory”. Thisthemehighlightstheimportance of amplifyingthevoicesofall women,particularly thosewhocontinuetofacebarriersto success Creatingopportunities forwomenandgirlsunlocks theirpotentialanddrivesinnovation,supports Canada’s economy, andhelpsensure asustainable futureforall.

Ourgovernmentiscommittedtobuilding amore inclusivefuturefor womenandgirlsacrossthe country.Fromlaunchingthefirst-everTask Forceon Womeninthe Economyandprovidingaffordable financing,mentorship,andtrainingthroughthe WomenEntrepreneurship Strategy,wecontinueto support workingwomensothattheirbusinesses cangrowandthrive.Byestablishing anational $10-a-dayearlylearningandchildcare system,we areenabling womentore-enterthe work force, grow theirbusinessesandpursuetheircareers. Here in Delta,let’scelebratethesuccessful

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womenworkingallaroundus. They arenot onlyan important part of ourcommunitybut contribute significantly to ourlocaleconomy. Theirpresencein ourcommunityalso reminds today’syoungpeople thattheir dreamsare within reach.

Every woman’s storyis atestamenttoresilience, determination,andthepower of opportunity. This International Women’sDay,celebratethe women and girlsinyourlifeandsharetheir stories.

REALTOR

Colleen Almrud

Asa localREALTOR®and MasterMedallionMemberin GreaterVancouver,I’mproud tosupportandempower women ontheirjourneytohomeownership, investment,andfinancialsuccess.

With years of experienceinSouth Delta’srealestatemarket,I’vehad theprivilegeofhelpingfamilies, professionals,andfirst-timebuyers find aplacetocallhome. Realestate ismorethanjusttransactions—it’s aboutbuildingfutures,creating stability,andachievingindependence. Whether you’re buying,selling,or investing,I’mcommittedtohelping youturnyourgoalsintoreality.

Homeownershipis apowerfultool for financialgrowth,andI’mpassionate

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abouthelping womentakethatstep with confidence. Yourdreamsdeserve astrongfoundation,andI’mher eto helpyoumake them areality.

Let’scelebratethepowerofwomenin business, realestate,and community!

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NicoleCoffeyandDevonKonrad metin2009whilecompletingtheir PhysiotherapydegreesatUBC.In 2019theyjoinedforcesandopenedLadner VillagePhysiotherapy. Theclinichasgrown overtimeandnowconsistsof ateamofeight physiotherapists,tworegisteredmassage therapists,twokinesiologists,and aclinical counsellor. Thespacehas alargegym,a Pilatesreformerandeightprivatetreatment rooms.Inadditiontotraditionalphysiotherapy services,thecliniciansat LVPofferexpertise inconcussionmanagement,vestibularrehab, TMJdisorders,chronicpainmanagement, physiotherapyfordancers,bikefitting appointments,pelvicfloorrehab,pessary fittings,andsomuchmore.Nomatteryour ageorability, youarealwayswelcomeat Ladner VillagePhysiotherapyandwecannot waittostarthelpingyoureachyourgoals. Ourknowledgebaseandservicesoffered areconstantlyexpanding.Everymember

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ofourteamcompletesmultiplecontinuing educationcoursesperyear,andfourofour physiotherapistsareclinicalskillsteaching assistantsatUBCformultiplecourses.

WhatyoucanexpectfromLadner Village Physio:

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SEPARATION &DIVORCE COACHING

Trisha Allan

Ifyouaremakingdifficultdecisionsatanystageof aseparation ordivorce, Ioffera safe,non-judgmentalspacetoassistthose whofeeloverwhelmedbyemotionorprocess.Byteamingup,we createtargetedguidancetohelpyouovercomeconcernsandgain clarityforimportantdecisionswhilemovingforward.On apersonal level,I relatetothemanylayersofseparationanddivorceandwasa singleparentfor atime.Itisequallyrewardingformetowalkalong withyouthroughdifficulttimesandclosethedistancebetween challengesandoptimism.

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Lisahasbeeninthemortgageindustryforalmost30 years.Her first16 yearswerespentworkingfor alargeCanadianchartered bank.Duringthattime,shehelpeddevelopcreditproducts, managedbranchesand ransalesteams.Whileshealwaysfoundthe managementexperiencevaluable,itwasworkingoneononewith clientsthatshetrulyenjoyed. Afterthebirthofhersonin2003,sheleftherbelovedbanking careerandtookonthechallengeofworkingasanindependent MortgageExpert,andsheneverlookedback! Forthelast20 years shehasassistedherclientsinfindingtheperfectmortgage.Anyone ofherclientswilltell youthatshebringsanenergyandenthusiasm totheprocessofbuying,refinancingorrenewing yourhome.She loveswhatshedoesandhasfundoingit. Sheisproudtosaythatshehasgenerationsoffamiliesthatshehas putintothebiggestpurchaseoftheirlives,andwhilethatmight makeherfeel abitold,thosetypesofincrediblerelationshipsare whatmakeshersoproudofwhatshedoes.

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KRISTYJUST

As aproud residentofSouth DeltaI amthrilled to be awoman excellinginbusinessandI embrace andencourage thepresenceandsuccessofwomeninbusinessthroughoutour fabulouscommunity. Afterstudying at theUniversityofBritishColumbia Ibeganmycareer as amarketing expertinthefinancialindustry.Yet my passiontrulyliedin realestate. Iloved everythingabouthomesandaboutthehomebuyingandsellingprocess. At that pointI decided to make thetransitioninto therealestateindustryand Ibecamearealestate agent. Overthepast14 yearsI have built asolid reputationasa competent andtrustworthy expert, whostrives to consistentlyprovidethebestpossibleservicetoall my valuedclients.Mysole goalas aRealtoris to achieve amazing resultsfor my clients.Withthisapproachmybusiness hasbeenprimarilydriven by referralsand by word of mouth of exceptionalexperiences, not by massmarketing. Helping my clients to achieve their realestate goalshasallowed many secondary rewardstocomealongtheway,suchasachievingstatusintheMedallion Club(awardedtoRealtors intheGreater Vancouverwhoachieve astatuswithinthetop 10%basedonsalesproductionin agiven year)and consistently rankinginthetopgroup ofRealtorsinanofficeofover180agents.I amthrilled to be awomaninbusinessinour fantastic communityand Ilook forwardtohaving astrongpresenceinSouth Deltaformany yearsto come!

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At AtlantisDaySpa,we’ve been at the forefrontofthebeautyand wellnessindustryfor 30 years, embracingchange andinnovationwhile stayingtruetowhatmattersmost— deliveringrealresult sforourclients

Overthe years,skincarehas evolved, andsohavewe. Fromcuttingedgetreatmentslike Voluderm RFMicroneedling, Tri-PollarSkin Tightening,andOxyGeneoFacials to timeless relaxation experiences, we blendsciencewithself-care. Ourteam of highlyskilledprofessionals isdedicated tohelpingourclient’s lookand feel theirbest,withpersonalizedtreatments designed forlong-termskinhealth. Throughthreedecades of growth,the heart of ourbusinessremainsthesame—

empoweringconfi dence.Whetherit’s anti-agingsolutionsorholistic wellness treatmentslikeMassageand Reiki,we arecommittedto stayingaheadofthe curve whilemaintainingthewarmthand care thathavemadeusa trusted namein thecommunity.

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AlyshaBerezayhasreturned toBeachGrove GolfClub asGeneralManager, bringingwithher adeep-rooted connectiontoboththecluband theDeltacommunity.Herpassion forhospitalityandherstrong leadershipskillsmake her anatural fitforhernewrole. Along-time Ladnerresident,Alyshamovedto thecommunityattheageofseven andattendedDeltaSecondary School,whereshemetherhusband. Afterspending adecadeinSouth Surrey, sheandherfamilyreturned toLadnerin2022to raisetheirtwo daughters,nowagessevenandfive. Alysha’sreturntoBeachGrove reflectsherdeepappreciationfor theclub’shistory, itsmembers,and

itsrolewithinthecommunity.Witha commitmenttofosteringaninclusive andwelcomingenvironment,sheis dedicatedtoenhancingthemember experience,strengtheningclub culture,andensuringBeachGrove continuestothrive forgenerations tocome.Herleadershipmarksan excitingnewchapterforthecluband itsfuture.

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Empowering WomenEntrepreneurs to Thrive

KanwalTrehan

Avisionaryentrepreneur,businessstrategist, andmentor,Kanwal Trehanison amissionto transformwomenentrepreneursintoconfident andsuccessfulCEOs.AsthedrivingforcebehindsheBIZ, sheequipsfemalefounderswiththetools,resources,and mindsetneededtobuildthrivingbusinesses.

With adeepunderstandingofthechallengeswomen face—balancingambitionwithfamily,overcoming financialroadblocks,andnavigatingself-doubt-Kanwal bringsaunique,empatheticapproachtobusiness coaching.ThroughsheBIZ,sheoffersexpert-ledcourses, businessplanningstrategies,and asupportivecommunity oflike-mindedwomen.Hersignatureprograms,theSavvy CEOBlueprint,helpswomengainclarity,scaletheir businesses,andachieve financialindependence.

Beyondcoaching,KanwalisthefounderofSavvy Professionals, abusinesssolutionsfirmspecializingin branding,digitalmarketing,andvirtualbusinesssupport. ThroughSavvyProfessionals,shehelpsentrepreneurs

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REALTOR

Aileen Noguer

2YEARS OFEXCELLENCE!

AileenNogueris a32yearveteranrealtor andoneofthetopperformingagentsinthe LowerMainlandandnationwide.Trulydedicated to gettingthebestresultsforherclientswhetherthey arebuyingorselling ahome. Herextensive market knowledgeandnegotiatingskillsensureherclients getthebestterms possibleregardlessofmarket conditions.Aileenisalsoknown forherwillingnessto gothe extramileforherclientsandforherwillingness toanswereveryquestionandattendtoeverydetail whetheritisforherclient’sfirsthomeora luxury estate.Hercommitmenttoexcellencealongside backgroundinNursingcombinedwithherfriendlyand professionalattitudehasearnedherthetrust ofherclientsthathave cometo expect thebest fromher.

build astrongonlinepresence,generateleads,and streamlineoperationstomaximizegrowth.

With abackgroundin eventplanning,Kanwalhasalso builtandsuccessfullysoldbusinesses,includingchique boutique, alocalfavoritethatwaslocatedat Tsawwassen Mills.Herentrepreneurialjourneyreflectsher expertise inbranding,businessstrategy,andsustainablegrowth.

Apassionateadvocateforresilienceandself-growth, Kanwalsharesherjourneythroughspeaking engagementsandherupcomingbook,which exploresthe powerofmanifestation,spirituality,andsuccessmindset. WhethercoachingCEOs,designingbrands,orhelping businessesscale,sheisredefiningwhatitmeanstobea modern,purpose-drivenentrepreneur.

JoinKanwalonhermissiontohelpwomenturntheir dreamsintoreality.

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TrustedCareforSeniors

Foundedin2013 by Anna Erickson andnow proudlyled by her daughter, KeshiaMackie,Lady Bug’z hasbeen apillar of compassionate seniorcarein Ladner,Tsawwassen, andsurrounding communitiesfor overa decade.As awomen-led and community-drivenbusiness, we are dedicated to providingexceptional, personalizedcare that allows seniorsto maintaintheirindependence,dignity,and quality of life.

Ourteam—comprisedlargely of women fromthe localarea—offersafullrange of services,includingpersonalcare,meal preparation,medication reminders, mobilityassistance,companionship,and respitecareforfamilies. Whetheryour lovedone requires occasionalsupport or full-time assistance, we areheretoprovide trusted,professional, andheartfeltcare

At Lady Bug’z, we believe care ismore than aservice—it’s acommitment to treating

everyclientlikefamily.Discoverwhy familieshave relied on us foryearsto bring comfort,dignity, andjoytotheir lovedones.

Lady Bug’z–Dedicated to Care, CommittedtoCommunity.

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TrishArato

TrishAratoisbornand raisedinbeautifulBC,andhasbeendesigningcustom-made,high-qualityjewellery thatreflectstheuniquestoriesofherclientsfor over25years. LocatedinthevibrantheartofLadnerVillage, Trishhasdedicatedhercareertoensuringthat everypieceofjewelleryisnotonlybeautifulbutalsoproudly madeinCanada.

In2024, Trish’scommitmenttohercraftwasrecognisedwhenshewas awardedthePlatinumWinnerinthe JewellersandJewelleryStorescategory by Community VotesinDelta.Thishonourspeakstoherreputationfor excellenceandthestrongconnectionsshebuildswithhercustomers.As aFellowoftheCanadianGemmological Associationand agraduategemologistfromtheGemmologicalInstituteofAmerica,Trishbrings awealthof knowledgetoherwork.Herbackgroundincludes experiencein agemologicallaboratoryand adiamondbrokerage, specialisinginstunningCanadiandiamonds.

As aproudmemberoftheDeltaChamberofCommerceandtheLadnerBusinessAssociation, Trishisnotjust focusedonherownbusiness;sheispassionateaboutsupportingtheentireDeltacommunityandempowering localwomeninbusiness.Herspecialtiesincludedesigningbreathtakingcustomsolitaireandmulti-stonerings, uniqueweddingbands,andelegantearrings. Trishalsooffersvaluableserviceslikebuyingoldgold,transforming inheritedjewelleryintocherishedpieces,and expertlyrestringingpearls. Whattrulysets Trishapartishercollaborativeapproach.Shebelievesthateachclient’s voiceshouldbeheard,and sheworkscloselywiththemtocreatejewellerythatembodiestheirvision.Heremphasisonqualityandpersonal servicehasmadeher atrustedpartoftheDeltacommunity.

If you’relookingfor acustompiecethatreflects youruniquestyle,bookanappointmenttodaytocraft yournext jewellerymasterpieceattrisharato.com.

Realtor

Nicole Clarke

AleadingrealtorinSouthDelta,embodies thespiritofempowermentand communityengagementinthebusiness landscape.With adeepunderstandingof thelocalmarketand acommitmenttoclient satisfaction,Nicolehasearned areputation as atrustedprofessionalinrealestate.Her personalizedapproachtobuyingandselling homesensuresthatherclientsfeelsupported andinformedthroughouttheentireprocess. Beyondherrealestateachievements,Nicole ispassionateaboutupliftingwomeninher community.Sheactivelyparticipatesin variousinitiativesaimedatwomeneconomic empowerment.Recently,sheorganized afundraiserforDress ForSuccess,an organizationdedicatedtohelpingwomen secureemployment by providingprofessional attireandcareerresources.The eventbrought togetherlocalbusinessesandcommunity members,showcasingNicole’sabilitytoinspire collaborationfor ameaningfulcause. Nicole’sdedicationtobothherclientsandher communityhighlightsthevitalrolewomen playinbusiness.Shenotonlysets ahigh standardintherealestateindustrybutalso

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servesas arolemodelforaspiringfemale entrepreneurs.Throughherefforts,Nicole Clarkeismaking alastingimpact,provingthat successinbusinessgoeshandinhandwith givingback.

Nicoleholdstheresidentialrealtorseatin theSouthDeltaBNIgroupandhas expanded herportfoliointocommercialandmixeduse propertyinvestments.

Nicolewelcomes youtoreachoutandconnect.

NicoleClarkeRealEstate.

Podcast“KeepingitRealinRealEstate”with brokerAlishaWinn. Nicoleclarkehomes.com

Mortgage Broker

Alisha Winn

Asadedicatedmortgagebroker, Alishabrings auniqueblend of financial expertiseand adeep-rooted passion forhelping others. Withan educationalbackgroundinsocial work andcriminaljustice,shehasspentyears supportingindividualsand families throughsignificantlifetransitions. Her experienceinthesocialservicesector, includinghermost recent rolewiththe DeltaSchool District,hasshapedher client-firstapproach—ensuringthat every homebuyer feelsinformed,supported, andempoweredthroughoutthe mortgageprocess.

Beyondher workinmortgages, Alisha is adriving forceinthelocalbusiness community. ShefoundedtheSouth Delta BNI(Business NetworkInternational) chapter, fostering connectionsand opportunities forlocalentrepreneurs. Sheisalsotheco-host of theupcoming podcast,“Keeping It Realin Real Estate,”

wheresheandher co-host NicoleClarke, breakdown realestate,mortgages, andbusinesswith afresh,fun,and relatableapproach.

Throughherdedication to bothher clientsand community, Alisha exemplifies thepower of womeninbusiness. She isnotonlyhelpingindividualsachieve homeownershipbutalsocreating opportunities forgrowth,learning,and connectionin South Delta. 604-379-2956

Christa Dannhauser

Forover adecade, Christaand theladiesatFlowersBeautiful havebeenrunningabusiness thatisdedicatedtospreading joythroughouttheSouthDelta community.Thepassionateand creativestafflovetodemonstrate theirtalentthroughtheflowerseach customerreceivesandworkhardto putsmilesontheirfaces.Flowers Beautifulstrivestoincorporatenew waysofpromotinglocally made andgrown productsandoptions andenables customerstotakea greenerroutewhileshopping. We areenthusiasticaboutthefuture of FlowersBeautifuland arethankful forthesupportthecommunityhas shown tohelpmakebusinessbloom.

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PersonalizedChiropracticCare

Dr.Sereena Uppal

Forthepasteight years,Dr.Sereena Uppalhasbeendedicatedtohelping theSouthDeltacommunityfeeland move better.Combiningchiropracticcare withinfraredredlighttherapy, shetailors treatmentstoeachindividual,knowing thatnotwopeople,ortheirpain,are thesame.Dr.Uppaltakesanintegrative approach,recognizingthatchiropractic careisjustonepieceofthewellnesspuzzle. Sheencouragesherpatientsto explore complementarytherapies,ensuring awellrounded,comprehensivepathtohealing. “Mygoalistosupportboththephysical andemotionalwell-beingofmypatients by offeringcollaborative,personalizedcare,” sheshares.As awomaninhealthcare,Dr. Uppalispassionateaboutempowering othersintheirwellnessjourneys. Youcan findDr.UppalatCollaborativeWellness, wheresheisinspired by workingalongside otherskilledpractitioners.“Beingpartof

Chelsea Bennest

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ateamofamazingwomenreinforces my commitmenttosupporting my patientsand my communityin everywayIcan.”Witha growingfocusonholisticandnon-invasive healing,therehasneverbeen abettertime toprioritizehealth,energy,andstrength andDr. Uppalisheretohelp youdojust that.

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ARTMATERIALS

Shannan& Jennifer

Checkoutour“candystore forthecreative”!Sublime haseverythinganartistneeds,atcompetitive prices, plusknowledgeablelocalartistsasstaff, readytohelp. We carrya widearrayofqualityartmaterials,craft supplies, artsygifts,local art& cards,aswellasbasic frames &custommattingservices.JoinuseachMay &October forSublime’sartshows& helpsupportthe localartcommunitywithus!

Krista,Dr. VickiChen,Sohal& Jeannette

Dr. VickiChen,Jeannette,Krista,andSohalarethe eye careprofessionalsatRobertsonOptometry We welcomenewpatients and arepleasedtoserve ourreturningpatientsandtheirfamilies.

Ouroptometristsperform adetailed eye health evaluation and athorough eye exam. We offer myopiamanagement options,dry eye solutions,laser eye surgeryreferrals, and oculardiseasemanagement. We canaccommodate your emergency eye careneeds. We have an extensiveselectionof dry eye products.

Optometryappointmentsare availablefourdaysaweek, includingSaturday. Someofourclients are asyoung assix months,othersarecentenarians. We helpallages. Krista,ourcustomercarespecialist,assistsinbooking appointmentsandhas akeen eye forframeselections. JeannetteandSohalareopticianswhocan helpwithframe andlensselectionandcontactlensfittings andsupply,in storeand on-line. We offerprescriptionsunglasses,certified

safety eyewear, bluelightglasses, over-the-counter readers, value-priced frameandlenspackages,and agreat supply ofMauiJim,Oakley, Maui Zeal,and Vogue non-prescription sunglasses.

We convenientlybilldirectly tomostinsurancecompanies foreyewearandcontactlenspurchases,saving youout-ofpocket expenses.

Callus at604-946-7911 tobookan eyeexamorcontact lensfittingappointment. Youmay alsobookonlineat www.robertsonopt.com.

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LIFE &LEADERSHIPCOACH

VickiFenn

Forover 30years, Ihavehadtheincredible privilegeofempoweringwomentoreachtheir full potential. Whetheryouareleading ateam, acorporation, afamily, oryourself,I amhere to support youinachievingsuccess

Ifyou’reinterested,let’s connectfor afree consultation.Together, wecanexplore opportunities forgrowthanddiscoverhowI canbestsupport you increatingthefutureyouenvision.

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A.RileyDesignInc.is afull-serviceInterior Designcompanyspecializinginresidential projectsbigandsmall.Whetherit’sa renovationor anewcustomhome,thedesign teamis experiencedincreatingbeautifuland functionalspacesthatfitourclient’spersonality andlifestyle.

We arecreatorsandwesetouttoconnectwith peopleonwhatmattersmost –theirspaceand experienceinit.

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INSPIRINGLEADERSHIP

Cori Kusel& CoralieMacIntyre

ThisInternational Women’sDay,we celebratetheinspiringleadershipof CoriKusel,MiddleSchoolPrincipal,and CoralieMacIntyre,JuniorSchoolPrincipal, atSouthpointeAcademy, aKindergartento Grade12schoolofferingtheInternational Baccalaureate(IB)curriculum.

Theseopen-mindedandcaringleadersare championsoftransformationineducation. Throughtheircommitmenttolifelonglearning andinternationalmindedness,theynurture studentstobecomeconfident,balanced, andreflectiveindividualswholeadwith integrityandcompassion.Theirworkreflects Southpointe’smissiontoinvolve,instruct, andinspirestudentstoleadandsucceedinan ever-changingworld.

CoriandCoralieleadwithvision,courage,and empathy, encouragingstudentstoembrace risk-taking,developcommunicationskills,and thinkcritically.Theircommitmenttoholistic

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educationfosters asenseofcommunity andbelonging,ensuringstudentsleave Southpointeasprincipledglobalcitizens. Theirleadership,alongsidepassionate educatorsandstaff,createsanenvironment wherecollaborationmakesSouthpointe atruly specialplace.

Today, wecelebratethewomenmakinga lastingimpactatSouthpointeandbeyond. To learnmoreabouthow yourchildcanthrivein acommunitythatempowersleadershipand growth, exploreSouthpointeAcademy.

TsawwassenOptometry Clinic,establishedin1983,is dedicatedtoofferingquality eyecareservicestotheDelta community.Dr.GiuliaDeVuono,Dr. SaraKirby,andDr.EvaWong,along withtheircaringteam,prioritizeeye healthandeducation.Backedby thelatesttechnology,theybelieve inprovidinghealthandeducationof theeye,alongwithselfexpression

througheyewear.Tsawwassen OptometryClinichasbeenrecently renovatedtoenhancethepatient experience,offeringanimproved environmentfortopqualityeye careservice.

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OPTOMETRY& EYEWEAR

Danielle &Alicia

Coming from afifth-generationfarming family Danielle andAlicia Guichon understandtheimportanceofsupporting andbuying localproduce.In2001,beginning astheyoungest vendorsatTheLadner Village Marketandcarrying only6-10items,they eventuallytooktheir businesstotheroadside ofArthur Drive.OnArthur Drive,thegirlsbuilt astrong followingandbothpointoutthat ‘our customerswanttosupportlocalfarmersand localbusinesses from theircommunity.’Oncethe girlsrealizedthatthecommunityhad astrong desire tobuyDeltagrowncrops,while in season, the idea for‘Backroads’bloomed.

Movingforward afew yearslater,thewant andneedfor‘buying local’ is still asstrongas ever.Withtheopening oftheir producestore, Backroads Family FarmMarket, which now carriesover100 items, including their own farmfresheggs,localbread,fresh cutflowers andothernoveltygoods,thefocusremainson supporting local.

DanielleandAlicia nowgrowover30different vegetablesand fruit on theirfarm. “Welove providingfreshlocalproduceforthosewhoseek

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Asthe founder of Carelink HomeCare Inc.and aCertified HealthExecutive, I’mproud to lead acompanythat providespersonalizedhomecareservicesand healthcarestaffingsolutionsacrossCanada.

Establishedin2021,Carelink HomeCareInc. wasbornfrom avision to improve access to compassionate care fortheelderlyand vulnerablepopulations. We offer arangeof servicesincludingspecializedin-homecare services,nursingservices, rehab/respitecare, andhealthcarestaffingforhealthcarefacilities acrossthecountry.

With overa decade of experiencein healthcaremanagement,I’ve dedicated my career to transformingservicedeliveryand creatingmeaningful connectionsbetween clientsandcaregivers. My goalis to make

itandteachingothersaboutitaswell.We look forwardto seeingyou this upcoming season!”

Backroads is openfivemonthsseasonallyandwe areopeningforourtwelfthseasonthis May2025. BesuretowatchThe Optimist for specials and advertisements!

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On this International Women’sDay, Iencouragewomen to embracetheir entrepreneurialspirit,pursuetheirdreams, andbreakbarriers. Thejourneytosuccess maynot alwaysbeeasy, butwithpassion, resilience,and acommitmenttoinnovation, we cancreatelastingchange.

Ifyouare seeking reliable, compassionate homecareorhealthcarestaffingservices, Carelink HomeCareInc.isheretoprovide exceptionalsolutionsnationwide. Let’swork together to create bettercareforall. Contactusatwww.carelinkhomecare.ca

Director of Member Engagement

Brooke Yoon

BrookeYoon, aTsawwassen local with over20yearsof experience in the private club industry,isthe Director of Member EngagementatBeach Grove GolfClub. Passionate about connecting peopletothebenefits of private club life, Brooke specializes in helpingindividuals and families exploremembership opportunities atBeachGrove. Whether you’re considering joining or simplycurious aboutthe club’s inclusive, family-friendly atmosphere,Brookeishereto guide youthrough everystepof the membership journey. Outside ofherroleatBeachGrove, Brookeisa proudboardmember ofthe TsawwassenBusiness Improvement Association (TBIA), whereshecollaborateswith an

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Software Development

GwenMartin

Ladnerlocalandserialentrepreneur Gwen Martinissolvinga majorproblem facedbyfashionbrandsall overthe Globe. GwenisthePresidentandCEOofBlastramp (www.blastramp.com),asoftware-as-a-service companythathelpscustomerseliminatethe huge inventoryheadachesthatoccurwhen abrandsellsproductsthroughmultiplesales channels. Hersoftware integrateswithbrands thatsellonline(Shopify, Amazon,etc.)and throughtraditionallarge andsmall retailers. Blastramp’s orderandinventorymanagement softwaresolves acriticalbusinessproblem by connectingmany saleschannelsintoa centralizedhub,allowingall of abrand’sorders topullfromoneinventory. Gwen’s careerhas spannedtechnologyandengineeringsectors, including asenior Directors rolewith Philips Lighting.Not onlyanentrepreneurbutalsoa devotedmotherof4 childrenand 1grandchild, Gwenandherhusband, Ben,have multiple businessesin DeltaandtheUnited States. Sheiscommittedtomaking apositive impact

incrediblegroupof individuals toserveandstrengthenherlocal community.Shelooksforwardto welcoming youand helping you discovereverything BeachGrove GolfClubhastooffer!

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intheworkplaceandinherlocal community andhas raisedtens of thousands of dollars for local Deltacharities. Gwen wasrecognized by TheWomen Presidents’Organization(2021& 2023 Women-2-Watch)and wasthe recipient of Delta’sChamber of CommerceBusiness of theyearin2022.

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YOURPERSONALRETIREMENTPLAN

STARTSWITH ACONVERSATION. LET’STALK.

Withalmost40 yearsinthefinancialindustry, Iknowmyclientsbeyondjustmanagingtheir portfolios. Iguide my clientson afinancialpath, sothey canreachtheirend goalwithanadvisor whocares.

Thefirststepistolearnaboutmyclient’s investment goals. Fromthere, Idesigna customizedinvestment strategywhichlooks at timehorizon,risktolerance,objectivesand financial wellness. Ileveragemyexperience, andourresearchteam’s expertise,to construct apersonalizedassetallocationandasset mix.As aPortfolio Manager,Iamlicensedto manageportfolioson adiscretionarybasis, with my typicalclienthaving aminimum accountsizeof$500,000.

Ispecializeinhelping my clientsprepare forandlivethrough retirement,ensuringa sustainableincometosuittheirlifestyle.I am aCERTIFIEDFINANCIALPLANNER®

practitionerwith aholisticapproach,andI workwithourin-houseFinancial Planning team of tax,trust,estateandinsurance professionals.*

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Amanda Mackie OPERATIONSMANAGER

Andrea Auchinleck - Principal(center)

BreanneBeal - Interior Designer(right)

Michelle Bassi - Studio Manager(left) Interior Designers

Curve Interiorsisanall-women interiordesignfirmbasedin Boundary Bay, specializinginboth commercialand residentialprojects.

Founded by Andrea Auchinleck,Curve Interiorshasbeenservingthe Tsawwassen community forover10years. Leading ateam ofcreative designers,Andreaispassionate aboutsupportingthelocalcommunityandis excited to continuegrowingherbusiness in Boundary Bay.

Ourteambrings experience,creativity,and akeen eyefordesign to everyproject— whetherit’sarenovation,new construction, orfurnishing. We areproud to collaborate withtalentedarchitects,contractors, installers,andclientstobringbeautiful spacestolife.

At CurveInteriors, we takeprideinour work within the communityandarecommittedto celebrating womeninbusiness.

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With18 yearsasa valuedfamilymemberofOcean Trailer,firstasa ServiceWriter,thenAssistant ServiceManager,tonowour OperationsManager.

Amanda’sabilitytonavigateproblemsandassistcustomersinfindingthebestsolutionhasalways shownheramazingproblem-solvingskillsandunderstandingofthetrailerrental/truckingindustry. Thisleddirectlytothe roleshenow holdsasour OperationsManager.InthisroleAmandatravels throughoutour company,educatingourteam,makingusall amorecohesive unit,andfinding efficienciestohelpuskeepourfleetand othersin excellentworkingorder.

As aleaderandteammember,Amandastandsoutamongthecrowdshowingthathardwork, determination,andkindnesspaydividends. OurOcean Familyhasalwaysbelievedthebesttalent comesfromwithin,andAmandastandsasa shiningexample.

Ocean Trailerisa familycompany,withhumblebeginningsin1981,Chuck Keay andhistwosons SidandMikeKeay, startedoperationsfromtheirfamilyhome. Now43yearslater,Ocean remains ownedandoperated by the Keay family, stillledbybrothers Sidand Mike,withthe3rdgeneration takingonleadership roles. Nowboastingan extendedfamily of over250members,withlocations acrossWesternCanada,anda fleettotalingthousands of trailers.Ourbusinessis keepingyouand yourproductsmoving,and we have theperfectteamandtrailerstohelp youdoit!

Ifyou’relookingfor expertdesignsupport, we’d love to connectwithyou!

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SUNNY TOWNLEARNAND

RayWinCote

Hello!I’mRayWinCote,theproudowner ofSunny TownLear nandPlayChildcare Centre,whichincludesSunny TownNorth, Sunny TownPlayhouse(formerlySutton Realty &ShpakAccounting),andthesoon-to-open Sunny TownSouth,launchingthissummer!

Ifeelincrediblyfortunatetobe apartofthis wonderfulcommunity,providingSouthDelta familieswithhigh-qualityandaffordablechildcare. Itbringsmepeaceknowingthatchildreninour careare in anurturing,lovingenvironmentwheretheycanthrive,grow,and reachtheirfullpotential.

AtSunny Town,webelievethatchildrenflourishina supportiveandwarm settingthatencouragesexploration,creativity,andplay-basedlearning. Throughplay,childrennotonlyhavefunbutalsodevelopkeylifeskills,boosttheircon"dence,andlear ntointeractwithothers.Ourapproachfosters independencewhilepromotingvalueslikekindness,cooperation,andsharing.

Weare dedicatedtosupportingparentsbyoffering asafe,stimulatingenvironmentwherechildrencanengageinhands-onlearning.Ourdiverse programsincludemusic,sports,art,languagelearning,dance,andmindfulness—eachcontributingtothecognitive,physical,social,andemotional well-beingofeverychild.Frommonthlythemestosensoryexperiences,groupgames,open-endedcreativeplay,andoutdoorexploration,weprovide endlessopportunitiesforlearningandimagination.

✨ ExcitingNews! ✨ We’reexpanding!Sunny TownLear nandPlayChildcareCentre NorthLtd.willbeadding36newchildcarespaces,including Infant-Toddlerand3-5 YearOldPrograms,openingthissummer/fall.

RegistrationisnowopenfortheStructuredLear n&PlayProgramforchildrenages18months –5years,running9:00AM –2:30PMandfollowingthe DeltaSchoolDistrictCalendar.

LimitedSpots Available!

• Lear nandPlay(18months –3years) → $600/month(Only3spotsleft!)

• Lear nandPlay(3–5years) → $475/month(Only 5spotsleft!) Don’tmissout!Secureyourchild’sspottoday!

We can’twaittowelcomemore familiesintoourcare. Formoreinformation,visitwww.sunnytownlearnandplay.ca.

AlongsidemyworkatSunny Town,I’vebeen aresidential realtorfornearly10years. Togetherwithmyhusband,BruceCote,wehave 30yearsofcombined realestateexperienceandhavebeenmembersoftheMedallionClub(Top10%ofRealtorsinGreater Vancouver)for 11years.I’malsocurrentlyworkingtowardearningmycommercial realestatelicense. Whetheryou’reinneedofaffordablechildcare,lookingtobuyorsellyourhome,orsearchingfora commercialspace, Iwouldlovetohelpyouwithallyourneeds.

I’malso aproudmomoffourwonderfulchildrenandhavecalled Tsawwassenhomeforover30years. Althoughitmaysoundlikealottojuggle, Icouldn’t doanyofthiswithouttheamazingstaffatSunny Town. We’re trulyblessedtohavethemostdedicatedteachers,andI’msogratefultothemanyfamilieswhotrustuswiththeir children’scare.

Thankyouforbeing apartofthisincrediblejourney!

DELTA SPORTS

Ice Hawksflypast PoCo in playoffsemifinal

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Afterdropping two of the first three games to the upstart Port CoquitlamTrailblazers, the Delta Ice Hawks found their game, winning three straight to win the seriesin six.

Delta willnow square off against rival Richmond Sockeyes in the Tom Shaw Conferencefinal series which opened Tuesday night.

Game two is tonight (March 6)in Richmond at 8 p.m. with game three back inLadneron March 11 set for a 7:35 p.m. start. The remaining schedule has not been announced.

Richmonddispatched the White Rock Whalers in their second-round semi-final seriesalso in six games.

Trailing 2-1in the series, after7-4and4-2losses in PoCo, Delta returned to home ice last Tuesday and Thursday and put incomplete efforts, winning 9-1 and 5-1.

The teamsplayed game six in PoCo Sunday night andonce again, Deltadominated winning 7-1.

Grady Lenton hada monster series against

PoCo witheight goals and10assists leading allleagueplayoff scorers with18 points.

Tye Hemenway had five goalsand six assists in the series, while Mateo Sjoberg also had an 11-point series with three goalsand11assists.

Merik Erickson was solid between the pipes, winning all four games in the seriesand sporting animpressive 2.07 goalsagainst average and a .928 save percentage

“I thought game two we could have won, but to lose game three and four was the wake-up call we needed,” said headcoach and general manager Steve Robinson.

“The guys got committed to a defencementality andplayoffurgency and wewere able to reeloff three convincing wins.”

Robinson said he does notexpect too many surprisesin the series against Richmond.

“Both teamsknow each other pretty well.

There is a lotof familiarity from last year ’s playoff series, so like you said, there willnot be many surprises Both teams match up welland I expectallthe games to be highly contested and pretty emotional,” he said.

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Delta’s Cory Duhaimewillski for CanadaatSpecialOlympics

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Cory Duhaime callsit “nercited”– ner vousandexcited when he thinks about competing at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy.

The Ladner athlete willcompete in the ski competition alongside1,500 athletesfrom more than 100countries, competing ineight sportsthroughout the Piedmont regionof Italy March8 to 15, in the first World Winter Games since2017.

In Februar y 2024, Duhaime represented B.C. asanalpine skier at the Special Olympics Canada National Winter Games in Calgary. By virtue of a doublegoldmedal performance there, he earned selection to Special Olympics Team Canada for2025.

He first started skiing inGrade 7 at BeachGrove Elementary.

Now 36 years old,andliving in Ladner, the World Games represents the pinnacleof his long ski racing career.

“It’s anentirely newexperiencefor m, so I willtr y to take it allinandenjoy itall,” he said.

“I’mproud ofall my hard work andof my commitment to my sport over the years and I feel ready to make Canada just as proud ofmeas I amof representing Canada in Italy.”

Duhaime willcompete in three alpine events – slalom, giant slalomand super giant slalom

“This is the ultimate for me,” he said.

“I feel very lucky to be participating in the World Gamesand skiing for Canada. It’s not easy to be selected. It’s a long, four-year process, and so many things, like injur y or sickness, can anddo happen. I feelfortunate to have overcome cancer, two surgeries, and joint painin my feetand hips, andnow hereI am, about to put on a Canada race suit.”

Besides the competition, he said he is just looking forward to the overall experience

“It’s my first timeon Team Canada, though I’ve beentrying for about 20 years, so I’m not sure what to expect, butI doknow thatjust being with theother 130 members of Team Canada will be amazing, especially when we walk together into the arena in Turin

for the Opening Ceremony, with my parents there watching too,” he said.

His parents are equally excited to see their son compete for his country.

“We are so proud of him, he’s worked so hard for so long and overcome so muchto get here,” said dad Michael.

“It really is a dream come trueforusall. We are so grateful to Special OlympicsBritish Columbia and Special Olympics Canada forproviding him with this opportunity to show us allwhat he can accomplish It reminds usthat the word “disability” has “ability”init, andit’s important that we all recognize andfind waysto allow that ability to shine.”

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Ladner ’s CoryDuhaime(centre)picturedattheSpecialOlympics CanadaNational WinterGamesin Calgarylast year,will represent CanadaattheSpecialOlympics World WinterGames, March8-15.

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Livetheultimatebeachsidelifestyleinthis1,560 sq.ft. rancher,just ashortstrollfrom CentennialBeach –thebestbeachinthe LowerMainland! This3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is ready foryourpersonaltouch. It features aliving /dining roomand a separatefamilyroom, with akitchen overlookingaprivatebackyard. This home offersplenty of space to relaxandentertain. Double garagewithatticspaceprovides amplestorage. Enjoythe convenienceofbeing ashort walktoSouthlands, local coffeeshops, FourWinds Brewery &Restaurant,andseasonal markets. Embracethe coastallifestylewithendlessoutdooractivities at yourdoorstep—scenic walkingandbikingtrails,paddleboarding, kayaking, swimming,andboating. Don’tmissthisincredibleopportunityto makeBoundaryBayyour home!

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COUNTRYLIVINGCLOSE TO EVERYTHING

$5,390,000

•LargeParcel:17.34-acresquarepropertywithsubstantial roadfrontageand aroughed-inseconddrivewayentrance.

• CharmingHome:Cozy4-bedroomEnglishstylehomewith a4-year-old roof,freshexteriorpaint,andnewcarpets.

•EquestrianFacilities:Includes a5-stallbarn,hayfield,andspaciouspastureareapreviouslyusedasanequestrianfacility

• ConvenientLocation:SituatedbetweenLadnerand Tsawwassen,closeto TsawwassenMillsMall,BC Ferries,TFN IndustrialPark,and30minutesfrom Vancouver

•InvestmentPotential:Propertyhassignificantinvestmentpotentialwithfutureportexpansionplansandadjacencyto 2 BCRailpropertiesneartherailway

• DevelopmentSite: 9,545sq.ft.lot,approximately0.22acres.

• ZoningPotential: MunicipalitysuggestsRM1orRM2zoningfora four-storybuilding.

• PotentialAssembly: Sitecouldbecombinedwithadjacentproperties (11659,11663,and11671229thStreet)fordevelopment.

• NeighboringDevelopments: Fivelotsnextdoorarecurrentlyunder redevelopment.

• CurrentUse: Familyhomesuitablefor rental;sellerpreferslong-term rentback.

•PropertySizeandLocation: Amazing16,071sq.ft.estate-sizedlotin aquiet,central Tsawwassenlocation.

•HomeFeatures: Two-levelhomewith 5bedrooms, a6-year-old roof,hardwood floors,and acomfortablefloorplanwith roomforin-lawsdownstairs.

•FuturePotential: Massivelotwithspaceforfuturedevelopments,suchasashop, duplex,orlargerseconddwelling;Deltapermitsupto 4unitsor8734sq.ft. maximumbuildingenvelope.

•DevelopmentOptions: Deltaisopentoconsidering alargerseconddwellingwith squarefootagepotentiallycomingoutofthemainhouse.

•Convenience: Convenientlylocatedjust a15-minutewalktomostamenitiesintown.

2584WESTHAMISLANDROAD $2,750,000 HUGELOTWITHHUGEFUTURE!

•Prime Location: 3.19-acreparcelonWesthamIsland,offeringthe tranquilityof countrylivingjust10minutes fromurbanconveniences.

•CharmingHome: Features awell-maintained 1,479sq. ft.3-bedroom rancherwith spacious roomsthroughout.

•Outdoor Features Includes alargegarden area,astorage shed,and beautifully landscapedsurroundings

•Expansion Potential: DeltaMunicipalityallowsfor theconstructionofa3,552 sq.ft. homeplusanadditional1,937sq. ft.dwelling, idealfor extendedfamilies

•UniqueLifestyle: Enjoya speciallifestyle closetonaturewhile beingmoments away fromthe amenitiesofDelta

•Prime Parcel:20.25-acrepropertywithtwo homesand an8,400sq. ft.barn, locatedona quietsection of104thnearBoundaryBay anda privateairstrip.

•DrivewayAccess: Future drivewayaccessoffHornbyDrive,suitablefor largetrucks.

• SecondHome:A3-bedroom rancher, idealasa future buildingsite

•Barn: Afirst-classfacilityusedfor breedingracehorses,witha steelroof andcladding, suitableforvarious farminguseswithgoodnearbyirrigation. MLSR2711985360ºTOUR

•MainHome: A3,162 sq.ft. 4-bedroomrancher,built in1972,renovated in1987,witha roof replaced 12yearsago anda30-carcementdriveway.

Welcometo yourdreamhomeinBoundary Baywithstunning “WESTERNEXPOSED VIEWS &SUNSETS.” Completelyrebuilt in2007,and750kspenttodate.Thishome offers 5bedrooms, 3fullbathroomsand over2800sq ft.oflivingspace.Theoutside features amanicuredlandscapedsunnylot with anew2-leveldeck &8 personhottub. Quietcul-de-saclocation &onlyminutes tothebeach.

5bedroom &denhomeincentral Ladner.Featuresincludehardwoodfloors thru-out,onebedroomonmainand 4up, allwithaccesstoensuites.Openfloorplan downwith gourmetkitchen,granitecounters &stainless-steelappliances.Privatebackyard withcoveredpatio.Oneblocktohighschool, memorialpark,librar y&pool.Excellent familyhome.

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6,140sq.ft.lot BeachGroveRancher withDevelopment Options.

2,820sq.ft.buildable+garage Lotsize5,640sq.ft.

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832sq.ft. |2 Bed/2Bath Built1982 UpdatedConcrete Buildin WestEnd.

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•Nearlynew2-bedroom,3-bathroomend-unit townhouseoffers1,344sq.ft.

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#156105River Road $1,159,000

ONELEVELLIVINGatRIVERWOODS

•Fullydetached 2bedroom &denrancherwith 1658sq.ft.oflivingspace

•Featuresopenconceptstyleliving,largegourmet kitchen,familyroometc,

•SidebysideDoublegaragewithlargefence gardens!

•StepstoMillennium Trail,Riversetting& Restaurants!

#104481548 Avenue

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•Spacious 2Bedroom 2Bathrenovatedmodern upstylecondo

•Bringyourboat(30’Boatslip)toenjoyyear roundcruising

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TSAWWASSEN 210-1120TsatsuShoresDrive

1Bed |1Bath |910Sq.Ft.

It reallydoesn’tgetmuchbetterthanthis,insomeofthemostaffordablewaterfrontRealEstateintheentireLowerMainlandhereat Tsawwassen’s coveted“TsatsuShores”.This2ndstoryoceanfrontcondoincludespanoramicviewsoftheSalishSea,GulfIslandsand beyondalongwithtastefulupdatesthroughoutand afloorpanthatfeaturesathoughtfully redesignedmainlivingspace.Immersedin nature&convenientlylocatedminutestothe TsawwassenFerry Terminal, TsawwassenMillsMall,Hwy99and Tsawwassen TownCenter.

$819,000

TSAWWASSEN 215-136356 STREET

1Bed |1Bath |699Sq.Ft.

WINDSORWOODS 1Bed, 1Bath699sqftsuite.Newercountertops,sinkandstainless-steelappliancesinthekitchenalongwith updatedlighting,paint &flooringwithanupgradedfireplace.Classic &spaciousfloorplanalsofeatures anicesizeprimarybed witha4-piecebath &aSouthexposedpatioareathatallowsforundercoverandopen-airenjoyment,forplanters,loungesetanda BBQ.StepstoSunny Tsawwassentowncentre, recreation,shopping,schoolsandincl’s1parking &1storage.

$539,000

Ladn er 479544A Aven ue 4Bed |2Bath |2050Sq.Ft.

$1,249,000

Tsawwassen 102-1441GardenPlace 2Bed |2Bath |1024Sq.Ft.

$559,000

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$1,749,000

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$1,749,000

Tsawwassen 406-1428 56 Street 3Bed |2Bath |1536Sq.Ft.

$699,000

Tsawwassen 401-4977Springs Boulevard 2Bed |2Bath |1020Sq.Ft.

$869,000

5202WESTMINSTER AVEN UE

4Bed+Den |5Bath |2533Sq.Ft. Welcometothe1stof 2builtgreenhomesinLentelConstructionslatestdevelopment.Thesearecollectionsofcarefullycrafted, highquality,energyefficienthomes.This 4Bed +Den, 5bath,2533sqfthomeftr’stimelessdesigncoupledw/anintelligentfloor plan.Ftr’sincltripleglazedwindows,A/C,EV ready &pre-wiredforsolarpanels.Thehomealsoftr’sa 512sqft,3rdstoreymedia/ flexspacew/fullbathroom. WalkingdistancetoHawthorneElementary, transit,walkingtrails,shoppingandhistoricLadnerVillage.

$1,898,000 LADNER

Tsawwassen 511-5055Springs Boulevard 1Bed +Den |2Bath |1048Sq.Ft.

$809,000

Tsawwassen 1395Beach GroveRoad 3Bed |2Bath |1750Sq.Ft.

$1,410,000

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Well-maintainedcondowith amodernopenfloorplan

•Twoblocksfrom Tsawwassen TownCentre

•Upgradedhardwoodfloors &alargeislandwithseating forfour

•Spaciouskitchenwithgranitecountertops,s/sappliances

•1 parking, 1storage

•Pets Welcome

•Spaciousflatlotwith70.57ftfrontage

•Sunnyeastern-exposed rearyard.

•Futuredevelopment

•ConsultwiththeCityofDelta regardingsubdividing &rezoning 2+ den |1 | 1164sqf t 9178sqf tl ot |$ 1,499,000

Acharmingbuildingwithonly12 residences

•Open-conceptlayoutwith9-ftceilings, &crown mouldings

•Maplecabinetry,granitecountertops, &s/sappliances

•Flexspaceperfectfor ahomeoffice

•Quietlocationatthebackofthebuilding

•1parking, 1storage,petswelcome

•Directbeach/oceanaccess.

Well-maintainedgemismove-in ready

•Bright &spacious

•Grandentrancewith astunningcurvedstaircase

•Twofamily roomswithgasfireplaces,

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•Doublegarageandextraparkingforan RV orboat

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SpaciousRiver Westcondowithstunningriver, marina &gardenviews!

•Open-conceptkitchen,dining, &livingarea.

•Eatingareainthekitchen,full-sizelaundry room,a largeprimarybedroom.

•Resort-styleamenities, avibrantsocialclub, &a primelocation.

•Perfectblendoflifestyle &convenience

206115354ASt.,Tsawwassen

$639,900

HERONPLACE -bright &spacious 2bed 2bath1156sq ftcondoinQUIET &verydesirablecomplex &location! Greatfloorplanwithgenerousroomssizes &private southdeckoverlookinggreenery!Includes 2parking stalls &locker,1smallpetOK. Walktotowncenter,parks, recreation &transit.

1356CompstonCres.,Tsawwassen

$1,869,000

BEACHGROVE -beautifully UPDATED 5bed3175SFhome onprivate &sunny7169SFlotonQUIETstreet!Idealfloor plan forfamilies &entertainers withgenerousroomsizesand space for home office &gym. This‘move inready’homeis walkingdistancetobeach, dyke,stores, coffee shops &transit. NEWLISTING

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3061258HunterRd.,Tsawwassen

$789,000

FAIRWAYESTATES -bright &spacious 2bed &DEN 2bath1367sq ft condoindesirablecomplex &QUIET cul-de-saclocation!Greatfloorplanwithgenerousrooms tofithousesized furniture! WalktoquaintBG coffee shops, dyke,towncenter &transit.Includesparking &locker, 1smallpetOK.NEWPRICE!!! PriceImprovement

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5676GreenPlace,Ladner

$1,739,000

HAWTHORNE -‘move inready’2970sq. ft. 4bedexecutive homeonprivateSOUTHlotonQUIETcul-de-sac! Chef’s kitchen overlooks family room &backpatiowithhottub!Great floorplan forfamilies &entertainerswithspace for home office &gym.Primarybedroom features spainspiredensuite &games roomupis abonus!Short walktoschools,parks &transit.

444716Orca Way, Tsawwassen

$965,000

SEASIDE -bright &spacious 4bed 3bath1636sqfttown homeindesirablecomplexwithpool,gym &clubhouse! Greatopenplanwith 3bedsup &1down-idealguest roomorhomeoffice. Walkto TSprings, TMills,beach, boardwalk &transit.Idealfordownsizingfrom ahouseor upsizingfrom acondo! PriceImprovement

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1480ViewCres.,Tsawwassen

$1,224,000

BEACHGROVE -bright &spacious 3bed 3bath ‘move inready’homewithUPDATEDkitchen& bathrooms.Goodfloorplanwithgenerousroom sizes &privatedeckofflivingarea -greatoutdoor livingspace! Walktotowncenter,beach&transit.

Bedrooms: 2•Bathrooms:2 FloorArea:1,022sq.ft.

Welcome to Salt &MeadowII! This stunningtwobedroom, twobathroom cornerpenthouseunitofferstheperfect combinationoflifestyleandluxury.Thisunit boastsgorgeousoceanviews andsunsets to beenjoyedthroughoutthehomeandfromthespacious patio.Brandnewandneverlivedin,withanopenandtastefullydesignedkitchen, extending to the largeliving roomwithsoaring ceilingsthroughout.Other featuresincludeaccess to theclubhouse includingoutdoorpoolas wellas afitnesscentrelocatedinthebuilding,twoparking stalls,one storagelockerand AC.Convenientlylocatedclose to ampleshopping, restaurantsandmoreat TsawwassenMillsand Commonsandonly25kmfrom Vancouver.

Bedrooms: 5•Bathrooms:3 FloorArea:14,704sq.ft.

Arareinvestmentopportunityintheheartof West Ladner.This wellcaredforandloving family homeissituatedonanimpressive 14,704Sq.ft.lotandhasloadsofpotential. Thehomeoffers 5bedrooms, 3bathroomsand over3,600Sq.ft.oflivingspace.Thepropertyiscurrently zone RD3andis stepsfromtheshopping centres,markets, coffeeshops,boutiques, restaurants,parks, recreation,schoolsandmore. InterestedpartiesshouldcheckwiththeCityofDelta forthebest useofthisspecialproperty.

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•3 800Square Fe et

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#319-1120TSATSUSHORESDRIVE,TSAWWASSEN

Th ere isnothing finer thanlivingin ar esort withno ch eckout time! Th is penthouse is situated onthelagoonsidewith excellent north shoreandmountain views!Prestigious Tsatsu offers gym,party room,fulltime caretaker,g as &h ot wa ter(included in maintenance fees), bikeroom, underground parking.Itis rental,pet, kids & wh eelchair friendly andJUSTSTEPS TO THEBEACH. Excellent outdoorlivingwith a1 88sq.ft. deck.Amazing va ultedceiling! To tally updated andlike new condition.

$809,900

3B edrooms, 3b athrooms ra ncher jus ts teps awayf romtown center a ndall amenities. H ome i sl ocatedquietcul-de-sac.Property has developmentpotential withthe newarea planforTsawwas s en Home needs updatingbuthas ag oodfloorplan.

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Build yo ur dream homeonthe bestview lotinTsawwassen with 280 degreeview.Thispr oper tyisthemoststructurally engineer ed lotonTsawwassen’sWestern Bluff. New B. C. higherdensity policies willallow2u nits, bigger squar ef ootage(3,000to3,500 sqft)and Delta willallowab asement.Delta hallwillprioritizeall developmentpermits andarefullyinsuppor tofb uilding.Location is a1 0, view is12and best pr icedproper tyontheMar ket.

FABULOUSPENTHOUSEWITH 3BEDROOMS, 2FULL BATHROOMS,1188sq. ft.,CORNERUNITANDfootstepstoTsawwassenMillsshoppingdistrict!THIS Open &BrightSouthEastunitoffershighqualityfinishing.Beautifulkitchenwith stainlesssteelappliances,quartzcountertops,undermountsink &oversizedisland forentertaining.9’ceilingsgive thiscondo WONDERFULspaceANDLIGHT. BEAUTIFULPRIMARYbedroomtuckeddownthehallwith walkthroughcloset &gorgeousensuitebath wdoublesinks.Bonusunderground 2parkingstalls& securedstoragelocker.THISComplexfeatures aGym &amenityroom.Easyaccess Freeway,Ferry &publictransit.ComeexperiencethelifestyleofSunnyTsawwassen! THESEPENTHOUSE’SRARELYCOME TO MARKET.CALLFORDETAILS.

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$1,749,000

4423 41BSTREET

Charming CountryHomeon aSpacious Lot. This beautifullymaintained10,740sq.ft.property features adelightful3-bedroom,1-bathroomhome withmodernupdatesandclassiccharm.Enjoya new metal roof,afully renovatedkitchen, aclassic clawfoottub,andnewerwindows.Themainfloor includes 2bedroomsand apotential3rdbedroom or rec/playroomupstairs. Additionalhighlights are a15x28detached workshop,gardenshed,and greenhouse. Outside,the fenced yard offersflower andveggiegardens, afirepit,andspacefora chicken coop.Justa20-minutewalkfromLadner Villageand stepsfromtheFraserRiverDyke, this property combinespeaceful countrylivingwith convenientaccess to amenities.

5533183A STREET

Welcome to ShannonHillsEstatesinCloverdale!This 2,737sq.ft.homeon a1/4 acreprivatelotincludes RV parking, a24x30detachedshop,covereddeck, gazebo,water feature, andfruittrees. Themainfloor featuresspaciouslivinganddining rooms, afamily room,largekitchenwithgas range,eatingarea,full bath,andmud/laundry roomleading to thebackyard Upstairs,find alargeprimarybedroomwithensuite and walk-incloset,plus 4additionalbedroomsand ahugebonus room. Twoseparateentrances to the secondfloorcouldeasilycreate aprivatenanny suite. Thesidedriveway provideseasyaccess to the insulated,poweredshop.Upcomingupdatesinclude anew Cloverdalehospital/cancercenter,KPU Tech Campus expansion,andtransitimprovements.

bedroom &den penthousewithopenconceptplanandvaultedceilings offerslargeinterior& exteriorviewsfrom2 decksof Mt.Baker,VancouverIsland,themarinaandfreighterson theFraserRiver.Asanendcornersuiteallowsforextra windowsprovidingamazingnaturallightinthegreat room/livinganddiningareaandfeelslikea rancherin thesky!Thequalityhigh-endkitchenfeatureselaborate customcherrycabinetry,anoversizepeninsulaeating areacomplimentedw/granitecountertops,pullout appliancedrawer,thelatestsmartappliancesanda hugepantry.Otherupdatesincludelushflooringand qualitypaintthroughout.Alsooffersa nicegymfacility& workshop,2 parkingstalls,a hugestoragelookeranda 5minutewalktooldtownLadner.(30127774)

5050FentonDrive,Ladner

$2,180,000

Primelocation13,091garden lotcompletelyrenovated.

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$518,000

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52843rdAve.,PebbleHill

$1,998,00

Fullyrenovatedhomeprimelocation 4bdrm3 fullspabaths, 9376sqftlotbackingonto PebbleHillElementary.

366AStreet,BoundaryBay

$1,450,000

NestlednexttoPointRoberts thisquietpropertyisa perfect locationforinvestors,builders, orsmallfamily.

1091ShamanCr.

$1,699,000

Beautifullymaintainedand updated4 bedroomfamily homeintheprestigious villagelocation.

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$1,338,000 RenovatedstylishRancher.

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$2,395,00

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$725,000

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330 Tsawwassen,BeachRoad

$3,998,000

Panoramicoceanfront property!85FTwater frontage.Byappointment only.

209-6505 3Ave.

$1,899,000

WelcometoMonterra, agatedcommunityin BoundaryBay, tuckedaway on aquietcul-de-sac.

105-6505 3Avenue,Delta

$1,850,000

Thisstunningwater-view homeintheprestigious Monterragatedcommunity.

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$1,599,000

Professionallyrenovated Rancher, locatedonthequiet streetofCandlewyckWynd.

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Bornandraisedin Vancouver,InezRoseDiakow (neeAllison)wasthelastsurvivingmemberofa largefamilyconsistingof 9girlsand2boys.Raised Catholic,theChurchplayed asignificantroleinher lifeparticularlythroughthe difficultyearsofthe GreatDepression,providingsupporttoherfamily NoteworthywastheroleofGuardianAngeland SaintAugustine’sparish.Inezhadmanycherished childhoodmemoriesin Vancouverthroughthe 1940’sincluding picnicsandtennisatStanleyPark Asayoungwoman,shealsoenjoyedlunchesat theSylviaHotel,visitingtheoldCaveSupperClub andthePanoramaRoofattheHotel Vancouver.A productofhertime,shelearnedtoswimanddrive inher late40’s,happilycruisingthestreetsof “south Vancouver”inherfirstcar,a2door ChevroletImpalaSS.

Duringthe War, hermotherhosted dinnersattheir homewithherninedaughterstoentertaintroops fromtheU.S.andCommonwealthcountries, beforetheir deployment overseas.Thisinitiative wasthefamily’swayofsupportingthewareffort andmaintainingtroopmorale.InezmetSteve,her futurehusband duringtheWarasheservedinthe RCAF.Theyenjoyed60yearsofmarriagebefore Steve’spassing.Theyhavefourchildren:CarolAnn(John)Mould, Gerry(ShareeProudfoot) Diakow,BrentDiakow,and Wayne(Mary)Diakow

Shehad aremarkablelonglifeandlovedtocook andalwaysenjoyed aparty. Shewas afunhostof manycelebrationswithfriends andfamily Shealso wasthegluewhokeptherlargeextendedfamily together.Inezhasalsoleft alegacyof11 grandchildren and16great-grandchildren.Family wasthemostimportantaspectofherlifeandwas undoubtedly whatsustainedherthroughtheyears.

InezspentthelastfiveyearsofherlifeattheRoyal ArchMasonic Lodge, whereshereceived exceptionalcareandsupportfrom their dedicated staff.Thefamilywouldalsoliketoexpresstheir gratitude toDr.IrisLiuforherexcellentcareand attention.Inezcontinuedtoenjoyvisitswithher children totheneighborhoodpubacrossthe street,findingjoyintheseoutingsuntilherpassing.

AFuneralMassandservicewillbeheldatSt. Augustine’s CatholicChurch,locatedat2028 W 7th, Vancouver,onFriday,March 7at11:00A.M., followedby aCelebrationofLifeintheParishHall.

HUNTER,DorisMay (neeMaddison) September18,1933 (PremierBC)–January24,2025 (TsawwassenBC)

Dorisissurvive db yh erlovin gf amily -d aughte r Dr.J uliaHunte r, sonsPatrickandJames(Jim) Hunte r, gran ds onZachary,a ndmany de ar niecesand ne phews.Doriswa sp re-deceased byherparentsWilliamandIsabellaMa ddi son,he r husbandDr.B ryan tH unter,h erbrothersRobert , Arthur,a ndLawrenceMa ddi sonandsisters-inlaw Edi th ,A lice ,a ndJennifer

Doriswa sap roudgr adu at eo f theRoyal ColumbianHospita lS choolofNursin g( 1955) andtheUBC P ublicHealth P rogram(1960). SheenjoyedhospitalandPublicHealthNursing Career sb eforetakin gt im ea wa ytor aiseher familyin1966andreturne dt oG eriatricNursing inthe1980s.Dorismove dt oTsawwassenwith he rf amilyin1967andenjoyed al ong ,h appylife here .S helove dt he Ts awwassencommunityand he rh ome ,a ndmaintained al ife-longinterestin loca la ndglobal de velopments .D oriswasactive inmanyvolunteerprogram so vertheyear s includingth eD eltaHospitalAuxillary,t heKinette Clubandth eW ildlifeRescueFoundation/OWL andsupportedmanycharitie sl ifelong

SpecialthankstoDr.C olleenLe e (family physician)an dVal,andth em an ys pecialists whoprovidedsuchexcellentme di calcar e ove rt heyears.Als og ratefulthank stof riend s andneighboursfortheirgenerosityandmany kin dn essesovertheyears.

AC elebrationofLifeMemorialServicewilltake placeatSt.David ’s AnglicanChurch(1115 -5 1A St., Ts awwassen)onSaturdayMarch15at1pm. P leas ej oinfa milyandfriend satt heserviceand thereceptiontofollowinthechurchhall.

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OBITUARIES

BROOMHEAD,Brandi−Lynn October22,1982 −February24,2025 WesaygoodbyetoBrandi−Lynn,lovingmother, daughter,sisterandaunt,with afewquotesfrom oneofherfavouritebands,GreenDay’ssongs: Somakethebestofthistest,anddon’taskwhy; It’snot aquestion,but alessonlearnedintime;So takethephotographsandstillframesinyourmind; Hangiton ashelfingoodhealthandgoodtime;It’s somethingunpredictable;Butintheend,it’sright;I hopeyouhadthetimeofyourlife.

Shewaspredeceasedbyhermother,Janet,andis survivedbyherchildJax,fatherRon,sistersChristy andDanya,andherniecesandnephew,Jynx, Makenzie,SavannahandDeclan.Shewasloved verymuch,andherlosswillbefeltdeeplybyall.

CLARK,Ron

RonClark,77yearsoldofTsawwassen,B.C.died February15,2025atPeaceArchHospitalin Whiterockafter along fight withParkinsons disease. HewasbornonDecember24th,1946toArtand OradelClarkinPeoria,Illinois.

Ron attended collegeinMinnesotaandgraduated with aBachelorsDegreeinCommunications and History.HewentontocompletehisMasters DegreeandstartedworkonhisPHD….but did not completeit.AskanyonewhoeverheardRongive aspeechjusthowpowerful ofaperformerhe was….hewascaptivating.

HemarriedMaxineDyckonJune25th,1977and theyhadtwosons, Bradley MichaelClark and Jordan NicholasClark.

Heworkedas aCollegeInstructor,Caterpillar Representativeandeventuallyfor Finning Tractor asa GeneralManagerofForestrywhereheretired after28years.

Hewasanavidgolfer,skier,tennisplayer,water skierandfurniture builder RonissurvivedbyMaxineClark,wife,Bradleyand JordanClarksons,Jack,Bailey,Ryder andNash Clark, grandchildrenand his brotherBillRaywho livesinLouisiana,U.S.A.

Hewas preceded in death byhisparents. Inlieuofflowers, adonation toParkinsonsDisease wouldbe preferred.

KITCHING,JutaKovamees

May10,1935 -February18,2025

Itiswith deepsadnessthatweannouncethe passingofJutaKitching, lovingwife,mother, grandmotherand dearfriend. We loveandmiss you. Acelebrationoflifewillbeheldat1:00PM on April5thatStPeter’s EstonianLutheranChurch 6520OakStreet, Vancouver,BC.

RODGERS,

Judith Anne 1962 -2025

Withheavyhearts,wesharethepassingofJudy Rodgers,wholeftusonFriday,February21st.With her daughtersholdingeachofherhands, Judy tookherlastbreathpeacefully,andsurroundedby love.

Judywas diagnosedwithcancerinDecemberand facedherillnesswithcourage.Shespentherfinal daysinhospice,whereshewascaredforwith compassion bystaffandherfamily

Shewas awomanof kindness,selflessness,and strength.Shefoundjoyinherbeautiful garden,the soundofthebirds,theoceanbreezeinMaui,and thecompanionshipofherbeloved dog,Izzy

Sheis deeplymissedbyherhusband, Barry;her daughters,Shawna(Harry)andNatalia(Luka);her brother,Cliff(Marilyn);her sister,Sandy (Gord) and therestofhercherishedfamilyandfriends that lovehersodearly

Judy’slove,laughter, andvibrantspiritwillliveonin theheartsofthosewholovedher.

HARALDS-TOWSLEY -Sue K(neeHare)

BornNovember26,1938,andraisedin Vancouver, SuepassedawayquietlyonFebruary19thatthe FortLangleySeniorCommunityCentre.

SueissurvivedbyhertwosonsDrew(Marion)and David(Tiffany);andhergrandchildrenBryce, Taylor,Courtney,Parker,Carson,Delaney;andher sisterDiane(Jim)

Suewas aloving,attentive daughter,sister,wife, mother,grandmother,aunt,cousin,friendand neighborandthelossofSueleaves agreatvoidin herfamily.Suehad awonderfulworkcareerwith theVancouverRotaryClubanddedicatedendless hoursinsupportofmanyfundraisersandeventsin hercommunity

Sue’schildrenwerehergreatestlove,andtheywill missher deeply

Inlieuofflowers,thefamilysuggestsyouplant a treeorfloweringshrubinyour“specialplace”in remembranceofSueor donatetotheAlzheimer SocietyofB.Cviaemail:giving@alzheimerbc.org

EVANS,Dominique

February15,1982 -February26,2025

Itiswithgreat sadness weannouncethepassing ofourbelovedDominique(Nique)Evans,Mother, Daughter, Sister,Niece.Niquehasgonetojoinher mother,Yulanda (Landi) Bruininkandher grandmotherBettyEvans.Niqueissurvivedbyher childrenHunter(12),Olivia(10),andLukas(6).She isalsosurvivedbyhersisters,Stephanie(Greg), Sydney(Taylan),brotherCole(Jessica), herfathers MartinandTodd (Kim),Aunty Judy andSusan (Victor),UncleDave,Gabe (children’sdad), allher nieces,nephews,andmanymoreaunts,uncles, andcousins.Niquelovedbeing amom,loved nature,andlovedhelpingothers.Shewillbe missedbeyondwords byher children andher entirefamily.Therewillbe asmallprivatefamily serviceinthecomingweeks.Flowersgratefully declinedinlieuof donationstotheSalvationArmy

KOOISTRA(JAGER),Grace(Grietje) April17,1945 −February18,2025

GraceKooistra(Jager)ofLadner,BC,passed awayonFebruary18,2025,attheageof79.Sheis survivedbyherdaughterStephanie(Keith)Quaale fromChilliwack,sonAlex(Suzette)fromDelta, threegrandchildrenandtwosiblingswhoresidein theNetherlands.

GracewasbornonApril17,1945,inGrijpskerk, Netherlands.SomemayknowGraceasthe crossingguardatDCSintheearlydays,andshe spent20−plusyearsvolunteeringfortheCanadian BloodServices.Shealsolovedvolunteeringand spendingtimewithFriendshipCoffeehouseatthe LadnerCRC.Gracewillbedeeplymissedbymany familyandfriends.

AfuneralwillbeheldattheLadnerCRC,459454a St,Delta,BC,onSaturday,March15,at11:00am.

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HAGGERTY(neeParsonage), MinnieMainwaring May19,1932 -February24,2025

MinnieMainwaring,age92years,passedaway peacefullyatthe WestminsterHousecarehome, WhiteRock,B.C.,onMonday, February24th, 2025.MinniewasbornonMay19th,1932,in Baldur,Manitoba.

Minniewillbedeeplymissedbyherchildren, MaureenandPatrick(partnerCarolyn)andtwo granddaughters,Quinnand Teagan.Shealso leavesbehindsister-in-lawsDorisandLorraine Parsonageanddozens ofniecesandnephews acrossthecountry

MinniewaspredeceasedbyhusbandBill,brothers Frank,Harry,WalterandJackandhersister, Jesse Shewasthelastsurvivingchildof WalterandLilian Parsonage

MinniegrewuponthefamilyfarminManitobaand hadstories ofwalkingamong theflowers,riding herfavouritehorse,OldJim,andcookingforthe gangduringharvest.Sheattendedschoolin GreenwayandBaldur.

MinnieandBillweremarriedin1958andlived in WinnipegandCalgaryduringthe rearlymarriedlife. Withtwoyoungchildren,theymovedto Tsawwassen,B.C.,in1972.Minniecontinuedtolive insunny Tsawwassenuntil2022whenshemoved toWhiteRock.

Minniefeltapassionfor helpingothersand graduatedfromnursingschoolin Winnipegduring theearly1950s.Herworkhadherinmany supervisorandleadinghospitalrolesthroughout hersuccessfulnursingcareer.Sheretiredatage 62in1995andthenspenttimeplayingbridge, volunteering,travelling,andenjoyingherhomeand yard.Shelovedtoattendmusic andtheatreevents withfriendsinsororityandtheUnitedChurch.Her manylifelongfriendsacrossthecountry enjoyed hersenseofhumourandthetwinkleinhereye

Minniewas knownforbeinga kindand compassionateperson.Shehadtheabilitytolisten andactas asurrogatemother/friend/companion toanyonewhohadaquestionorwantedsound advice.Shealwaysrespondedwithwisdomand empathy

InaccordancewithMinnie’s wishes,cremationhas takenplace,andtherewillbe acelebrationoflifeat apreannouncedtimethiscomingspring/summer. Anyonewishingtodosomaymake amemorial donationto acharityoftheirchoice.

SCHULZ,Gloria

March3,1934 -February6,2025

Itiswithheavyheartsthatweannouncethe passingofGloriaMarionSchulzatjustunder91 yearsof age.Gloriawas aproud mother, grandmother,sister,godmother, auntieandfriend. Shepassedawaypeacefullywithfamilybyher side

GloriaissurvivedbyherdaughterLinda,son Stephen(Angela),granddaughterAbigail,brother Malcolm,long-timefriendEthel,goddaughter Anita,andmanyotherfriendsandmembersofher churchcommunity. Shewillbedeeplymissedbyall thatknewandlovedher.

We giveourthankstothestaffatKinVillage,Delta HospitalandWhiteRockSeniorsVillage,who supportedheroverthelastyearofherlife.

A serviceforGloriawillbeheldMarch23,2025at Ladner UnitedChurchat 2pm.Allwhoknewher arewelcometoattend.

Inlieuofflowers,thefamilysuggestsdonationsto theDelta HospitalFoundation.

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