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Beach Grove Elementary will be reaching out to parents and getting funds from the Delta School District to replace nearly $8,000 worth of food, supplies and tools that were stolen from its emergency preparedness storage bin.

The locked bin, located behind the school, was targeted by thieves sometime during the past few months. The theft was noticed by principal Rick Hall last week after he learned several students had gained access to what he thought was a locked storage bin.

“It’s not something that you check all the time, but I went over and sure enough, the locks were gone and the shed was completely empty,” said Hall.

“All that is left is a table, some clipboards and orange traffic cones.”

Every school in the district has one of these bins located somewhere on school property. The bins are typically stocked and maintained by the schools and their PACs. The bins are meant to serve entire school communities in the event of an emergency, said Hall.

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Beach Grove Elementary PAC chair Alyson Brennan and school principal Rick Hall stand in the empty emergency preparedness storage bin that thieves cleaned out in a recent break-in.

“Everything was in place in October during the Shake Out B.C. earthquake exercise, so it happened sometime after that,” he said. “It was a professional job for sure.”

Delta police are investigating, but have little information to go on.

Beach Grove PAC chair Alyson Brennan said the PAC spent more than $4,000 four years ago replacing expired food, water and medical sup-

plies (enough food for three days for around 450 people). Now, not only does it have to replace all that but other emergency items as well such as tents, camping stoves, blankets, Duraflame logs, hard hats, axes, knives and more.

Delta School District spokesperson Jen Hill said the general practice is that schools ask for $5 per student each year from families to go towards the emergency supplies fund

for that family’s child or children.

“This is an ask and not a requirement,” said Hill. “Beach Grove will be approaching parents for this year’s ask to help offset the costs of replacing the stolen items. The school also has about $2,500 in emergency fund reserves as well.”

Hill said once the $5 per student monies are collected and added to the existing $2,500, the school

district will top up the rest of the costs for a full replacement of supplies.

“We are saddened that this theft has happened to Beach Grove Elementary and their school community,” said Hill. “The emergency supplies bins are not only meant to specifically aid in emergency support for our students and staff, but in the event of a major emergency, are to support the community as well.”

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Delta will review its current standards for political signs during election campaigns.

The review, which will be undertaken by staff and then reported back at a future Delta council meeting, came about following a notice of motion from Coun. Dylan Kruger.

“I think it was clear to all observers during the

last municipal election that the sheer quantity of signs on public property has increased exponentially over the last couple of electoral cycles and in my view is getting out of hand,” said Kruger at Monday’s council meeting.

“We saw many areas of excess, of which one comes to mind on 56th Street in Tsawwassen where one candidate puts up 20 signs and others added to the mix.”

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What Kruger is proposing is that staff study sign regulations in other municipalities and come back with some options.

“I do believe there is a reasonable limit for candidates to get their messages out,” he said.

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Coquitlam and New Westminster have passed bylaws limiting the number of signs on civic property during election periods, said Kruger, adding staff could look at those municipalities for guidance.

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

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

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• Dec. 2, 5600block of Dowler Road: Complainant reported a noisy party. Police attended and spoke with the property representative who was apologetic. He stated the party was winding down and shut the music off.

• Dec. 3, 4500-block of 45A Avenue: Complainant heard noises in night but thought it was raccoons.

The next evening they discovered the latch on the sliding door was broken and that another hinged door on the patio was tampered with. No entry gained.

• Dec. 3, 5100-block of 57A Street: Complainant called to report that an unknown person stole a package from their front porch. It was an Amazon package containing an Apple iPad delivered by Canada Post. Complainant advised their friend drove by at 12:15 p.m. and told them they saw the package on her porch. The complainant returned home 10 minutes later, but the package was gone.

• Dec. 5, 5500-block of

48B Avenue: Complainant phoned the DPD to report fraudulent activity had occurred on his credit union business account.

Complainant advised that around 3:25 a.m. he received an email advising that his e-transfer for $2,944 had been accepted.

Complainant advised he did not make or authorize the e-transfer.

• Dec. 8, 5400-block of 44th Avenue: Complainant called police to report a fraud had occurred three days earlier. Complainant reported that approximately $4,500 had been withdrawn from her account without her authorization. Her financial institution is aware and is conducting its own investigation.

Complainant reporting to obtain a file number.

• Dec. 8, 9400-block of River Road: At approximately midnight DPD were dispatched to investigate a possible impaired driver. Complainant reported a tractor weaving on the road. Police attended and located the tractor/ trailer, and conducted an impaired investigation.

The driver was determined not to be impaired. It was his first time delivering a load to a location in the area, and he was looking for the correct address.

No further police action required.

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• Dec. 3, 200-block of 54th Street: A residential break-and-enter occurred between Nov. 30 and Dec. 2. Rear laundry room window pried and entered.

Over $5,000 in small electronics and jewelry stolen.

• Dec. 4, 5600-block of Greenland Drive: Complainant reported to police that he was the victim of a $15,000

fraud. Police attended the residence and found that on Dec. 3 multiple e-transfers were sent from the complainant’s business account to three different unrecognized email addresses.

• Dec. 4, 1500-block of Farrell Avenue: Complainant reported a dog barking in the backyard of a residence since 4:30 p.m. Police attended and spoke with owner who apologized and stated he left the house in a rush.

Owner stated once he realized he had left the dog in the backyard he did not have anyone to call as they recently moved to the area. Owner stated when he returned home he immediately brought the dog inside. Police observed the dog who appeared to be a playful and energetic puppy.

Police advised owner of noise bylaw and owner apologized again.

• Dec. 4, 5900-block of 17A Avenue: Shipping container broken into and emergency kit supplies valued at $5,000 stolen.

Unknown when theft occurred.

• Dec. 7, 6500-block of 3rd Avenue: Complainant replied to a fake Telus email regarding bill payment trouble on his account and provided SIN, date of birth, MasterCard, address, driver’s licence and other personal information. No fraud activity to date. Complainant has already alerted his bank, cancelled his credit card and advised ICBC. Complainant directed to Equifax to monitor his credit. These scams are often out of country and tracing their origin can be extremely complex.

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Delta police are asking the public to come forward with more information to help investigators piece together the last days of the man killed in a pedestrian collision on River Road in October.

Gary Bowman, 48, had worked in the Delta area prior to his death, but police don’t have information regarding the circumstances that led up to him walking on River Road just before 11:30 p.m. on Oct. 26.

Bowman was killed in a collision with a bus. He appeared to have been

attempting to previous. cross River Road “We are also in the 7200-block. asking Gary’s The driver of friends and the bus remained acquaintances on the scene folto contact Delta lowing the collipolice so we can sion. get further infor“Gary’s fammation on where Gary Bowman ily had lost he was living, his touch with him prior to activities, etc.” the crash, and was very Police are also looking saddened to hear of his for anyone who may have sudden death,” said DPD witnessed anything minpublic affairs coordinator utes prior to the collision.

Cris Leykauf. “His family Anyone with furand police are looking for ther information about any further information Bowman, and the events regarding what happened leading up to the crash, is that night and in the days asked to call 604-946-4411.

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Bigger chunk of greenhouse now going to pot

East Ladner operation gets OK from Health Canada to expand production to 687,000 square feet

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A large-scale East Ladner greenhouse that has made the switch to cannabis continues to expand its production.

Village Farms International, which joined with Emerald Health to form a new venture called Pure Sunfarms, this week announced

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A company that has a massive marijuana greenhouse in Delta has made a commitment to help address B.C.’s opioid crisis with marijuana.

Canopy Growth Corp. announced that Dr. MJ Milloy, a recognized leader in the field of epidemiology, will be the first Canopy Growth professor of cannabis science at UBC. Initially, this professorship will lead clinical trials to explore the role cannabis can play in helping people struggling with opioid use, the company explains.

Canopy is providing a $2.5-million grant and another $500,000 will come from the B.C. government.

The position will remain arms-length from the company, according to the university. Milloy is a research scientist at the British Columbia Centre on Substance Use. Milloy’s research will contribute to an emerging body of evidence suggesting that cannabis can have a positive impact on the well-being of people with opioid use disorder, the company says.

“The therapeutic benefits of cannabis are only just beginning to be understood. Early research has shown that it could have a stabilizing impact for people with opioid use disorder, improving their quality of life and offering a pathway to long-term treatment solutions,” Milloy said in a news release. “In the midst of an overdose crisis, we have a scientific imperative to build upon this research.

I’m grateful for the support from Canopy Growth and the Province of B.C., and their commitment towards investing in evidencebased solutions to this urgent health crisis.”

the operation received a fifth amendment to its cultivation licence for its 1.1-million-square-foot greenhouse from Health Canada.

By adding about 137,000

square feet, the total licensed cannabis production area is now approximately 687,000 square feet. The newly licensed area is expected to be fully planted by the end of this

week.

Pure Sunfarms plans to eventually cultivate all 1.1 million square feet of greenhouse space at the 80th Street site.

In a news release, Pure

Sunfarms stated it will be one of the “best cannabis production operations in the industry.”

Delta community planning director Marcy Sangret said there are cur-

rently three greenhouses the city is aware of that have made the switch to cannabis and the city is working with the operators so they obtain a business licence.

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Petition targets speeders on 16th Avenue in ’Grove

Resident has seen ‘dangerously reckless speeding’ IAN JACQUES

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Excessive speeding along 16th Avenue in Beach Grove has prompted a local resident to take action.

Paul Roberts has started a petition (speed reduction measures in Beach Grove) on change.org to bring to light the high speeds that pose dangers to those in the neighbourhood.

“I live on 16th Avenue and have four young children. For the eight years I have lived here I have witnessed dangerously reckless speeding along 16th,” Roberts said.

“There are no sidewalks or curbs on our side of the street. People are just flying down the street. Balls go out, kids go out onto the street, so it’s been a long-standing thing with me.”

Roberts suspects other streets in Beach Grove are also experiencing the same issue.

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Paul Roberts has started an online petition because he says many drivers aren’t adhering to the 30 km/h speed limit. reduction bump eastbound on 16th Avenue is not until Farrell Avenue.

“Speeders eastbound are not forced to reduce to speed until Farrell, while cars westbound greatly accelerate after Farrell.

Beach Grove is a 30 km/h neighbourhood,” he noted.

“After many discussions with the Corporation of Delta they recommended starting a petition to present to (Delta) council. I will happily go

before council to argue the importance of speed reduction controls in the area.

“Fortunately in my experience so far I have not witnessed or heard of any serious incidents causing harm to an individual. All it will take is one incident for people to pay attention to the issue.

If we are going to establish Beach Grove as a 30 km/h neighbourhood, it should be everywhere.”

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Parents get wake-up call on pot edibles Delta police officer tells forum that some sugary treats can have 40 times recommended dose IAN JACQUES

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Derek Gallamore was shocked when officers busted a woman allegedly selling weed-laced brownies with 40 times the recommended single dose of THC. The sugary treat looked identical to a regular grocery store confection, but packed a punch with more than 400 milligrams of THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana.

Though cannabis was legalized Oct. 17, edibles will not be legal until sometime next year, said Gallamore, but that is of little concern to entrepreneurs who are cooking up pot-infused candies, cookies and even energy drinks.

“When I started doing my research, the biggest danger of consuming an edible orally is that it takes a lot for it to go through the digestive system,” said Gallamore. “It could take anywhere up to two hours to feel the effects of it, so the problem with kids

when they smoke marijuana or they vape they get an instant high and with the edibles they don’t feel anything right away, so they are consuming more and that’s where the risk of almost coming to a poisoning.

“As a parent, I wouldn’t want my daughter taking any kind of drug, especially an edible like this that is so potentially harmful.”

These factors prompted Gallamore to reach out to the Delta School District to host a parent forum last Wednesday night at North Delta Secondary.

“We are not hear to fear monger, we are here to provide good information so you can have these discussions with your children,” said district assistant superintendent Brad Bauman. “We’re grappling with this in our schools.

We have lots of kids who are talking about this. It is obviously not legal for children to use any cannabis products, but we are worried on some levels about the marketing.”

During his presentation, Gallamore showed slides

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It can take up to two hours to feel the effects of pot in brownies or other edibles, which can lead people to consume dangerous amounts. of a number of common items — brownies, Rice Krispies Treats, candies, even peanut butter and jam products — all laced with higher levels of THC that could be harmful.

He said many of the products and packaging are being marketed towards kids.

“There was a girl on

Vancouver Island in October that was poisoned because she ingested far too much,” he said. “Many of these products, even though illegal in Canada, can be sourced off the internet and bought through an Interact e-transfer. We just want parents to be aware that these products are out

there and to have these conversations with your kids about the potential dangers of these products. You just can’t go and ingest a 50 to 100 mg THC bar as a kid and expect that there won’t be consequences.”

Gallamore said it’s all about creating a dialogue with your kids.

“The edibles are not being produced in a regulated facility,” he said. “My concern is where they are being produced and if there are any other drugs are they being cross-contaminated? You just don’t know. The main focus was to let you know that these are being produced and that your kids could get access to them and if you do buy them yourself, keep them secure and make sure your kids don’t have access to them.”

Bauman said the school district continues to work with the DPD to educate staff, students and parents about the dangers these drugs could possess.

“It’s across the board.

It’s not new that we are dealing with substance use issues in schools, but what is changing for us and why this is important to begin to talk about this in different ways,” said Bauman.

“Our concerns are the products they are consuming are not safe and they are in different forms than they used to be and they are unaware of what they are taking.”

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elta’s golden handshake didn’t last long, but it still managed to achieve its main objective.

As one of its first orders of business, the new George Harvieled Delta council has shelved the end of service benefit for civic politicians, but not before all seven members who approved the controversial policy were able to cash in.

The idea of a golden handshake had been kicking around city hall for a while, primarily driven by the notion that it wouldn’t be right to have Lois Jackson walk away from 45 years of civic service with nothing more than memories and good wishes considering provincial and federal politicians receive pensions after just two terms in office.

The policy was debated and amended behind closed doors before it was quietly — and unanimously — approved at a public meeting early last year, but blew up during this year’s election campaign, prompting Harvie to promise to kill it if elected. The new mayor made good on that pledge, but also managed to ensure Jackson, who brought him on board as CAO almost two decades ago, got her payout.

Given that four members of council that approved the golden handshake had already collected -- Ian Paton resigned his seat midway through the year to focus on his MLA duties, Heather King didn’t seek re-election and both Sylvia Bishop and Robert Campbell were defeated in the October election – it would have seemed unfair to penalize the remaining three members simply because they were victorious at the polls. Regardless of how much you think the policy might smell, it’s hard to justify paying out some but not others.

So Jackson will pocket almost $125,000, and won’t even have to wait to get the money until her political career is over, assuming, of course, she doesn’t stay on Delta council forever. It seems strange to receive an end of service benefit before your service comes to an end, but given she was going to get the cash anyway, the timing becomes a moot point.

For someone who helped devise the unpopular policy, Harvie has managed to emerge from this one looking pretty good: He won the PR battle by killing the handshake, but he’s also ensured Jackson doesn’t leave empty handed.

Mortgage math not adding up for older generations in B.C.

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he main critique of BC NDP housing taxes has been that they breed attacks on the difficultto-defend wealth of the longtime homeowner — that they are, in effect, thinly veiled class warfare.

But I think the data suggests there’s an even deeper issue that should concern us: generational warfare.

I’ve been reflecting on some new figures drawn from our most recent census by Andy Yan, the Simon Fraser University housing expert, and concluding that many of our conventional wisdoms about comfortable homeownership in the golden years deserve to be rethought.

In the case of Metro Vancouver, the nearly 95,000 homeowners aged 65 to 74 were far from out of the woods economically. Nearly one in three was still holding a mortgage.

For the nearly 51,000 homeowners aged 75 to 84, when for all intents and purposes our working lives are done, one in five remained mortgaged. And for the nearly 20,000 homeowners 85 and older, one in eight was carrying a mortgage.

Now, there are complexities galore in that data, but before we explore them, let’s agree: the

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GUEST EDITORIAL simplistic picture of later-in-life comfy owners who can withstand additional taxes on their appreciating properties is a caricature.

“There is more nuance to it,” said Yan, director of the SFU City Program and an adjunct professor in urban studies. “Any policy needs to take that into account.”

We cannot know from the data all sorts of variables that might reframe the picture for better or worse. Then again, neither does the provincial government, but that didn’t stop it from imposing a surtax on $3-million-plus homes that it disingenuously called a “school tax” and a secondaryhome tax that it disingenuously called a “speculation tax.”

Moreover, it has failed to dampen public discourse that has vilified the older homeowner who benefited in the last three decades from a gradual but consistent appreciation in equity.

In failing to do so, it provides an easy and politically popular target to tax.

Polls back this antagonism to the homeowner perched on the

pricey property, even if the data suggests that person might be contending with debt.

As Yan said: “It is not a simple matter of retirees defending their pot of gold.”

If we work with this data, though, what we might conclude is that there are new dynamics at play that further challenge the traditional notion of retirement and repose at age 65. We are living longer, working longer and looking after our children longer.

Locally, we also seem to be carrying our debts longer, and those debts are increasingly in the form of reverse mortgages that consume equity or alternative lending practices that consume more expense.

True, some seniors might be carrying a smaller mortgage in a downsized dwelling and helping their children pay theirs down.

True, some seniors might be tolerably handling the costs on their late-work or retirement incomes.

But that can’t entirely be the case.

I saw a television show the other night that asserted the first person who will live to the age of 150 has already been born. I’d add: unless the debt kills you.

Kirk LaPointe is the editor-inchief of Business in Vancouver and vice-president, editorial, of Glacier Media

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Free public transit is ticket to reduce our road congestion

Editor: Free public transportation is the way to go if you want to save money and avoid congestion in Metro Vancouver, especially on its bridges and tunnels.

Luxembourg has the highest car-to-person rate of any nation in the European Union: 662 cars for every 1,000 people. Nearly 200,000 people from the neighbouring nations of France, Belgium, and Germany commute into Luxembourg for work.

Every day, the population

free mass transit would significantly reduce delays and accidents due to traffic jams and harmful pollution and its deleterious impact on our health and the environment.

It would eliminate the urgency to expand our roads, bridges and tunnels.

It would also eliminate the need for a very unaffordable 10-lane bridge or an expanded tunnel under the Fraser River, which if ever completed would encourage even more cars to go downtown.

Jim Ronback

of its capital city swells five-fold due to commuters.

This sounds a lot like Metro Vancouver traffic.

Some cities in Europe and elsewhere already offer free mass transit at certain times and to people like retirees or the unemployed. Others are considering widening the circle to all users. Facing criticism for poor air quality, Germany announced plans this year to test free public transport in some of its busiest cities.

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New ferries must be built in Canada, even if it means years-long delay Editor: In response to the B.C. Ferry Commission’s invitation for comments on the proposed purchase of new vessels for B.C. Ferries, I would like to make my position clear.

I am absolutely against awarding a contract to any firm outside Canada and would preferably like to see it awarded within B.C. I am aware that doing this

I feel it is imperative we give our citizens the opportunity to build these vessels, thrive and contribute to our economy. I am tired of hearing the litany of excuses and reasons why they can’t be awarded locally.

It is time we bit the proverbial bullet and started bringing good jobs back home.

Cliff Matson

may increase the cost but I am willing to see our province and country absorb this increased cost to keep the construction within Canada.

If there are no firms capable of fulfilling this proposal then I suggest we delay the awarding of such until someone is capable or available. This may mean a delay of several years but so be it.

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Operation Red Nose is in need of volunteers for New Year’s Eve

The great news for Operation Red Nose is that rides are up over last year by 40 per cent. More people are using the ser-

vice offered by the Delta Gymnastics Society and this amounts to more people enjoying a safe ride home during the holidays.

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Operation Red Nose says rides are up 40 per cent over last year.

The not so great news is that Operation Red Nose is short of volunteers for one of its busiest nights of the season, New Year’s Eve. “We are overjoyed that the response to our service has been so positive this year. For whatever reason,

more people are calling in this year and taking advantage of our, by donation, safe ride home program,” says Operation Red Nose coordinator Ellyn Schriber.

“We are concerned about New Year’s Eve though. More rides for the program mean we need more volunteers and we have a real shortage of volunteers for New Year’s Eve.” Operation Red Nose offers a catered dinner for all its volunteers on New Year’s Eve that goes far beyond the usual volunteer experience. There is a dedicated dinner room that is decorated for New Year’s with party streamers, noise makers and sparkling apple juice.

In addition, Operation Red Nose is offering an incentive to community members that are considering volunteering that night as drivers.

“We know that for some people this is a difficult night to volunteer, however it is one of our biggest and most important nights to provide safe rides homes,” says Schriber. “Therefore, we would like to extend an offer to those who sign up as New Year Eve’s volunteers to bring their children for free to our special Kids Night Out that evening. While parents are volunteering, their children will be able to enjoy a great party and have a safe place to stay until they are finished with their shift.”

Delta Gymnastics Society is inviting kids in the community to spend an action-filled New Year’s Eve at the gym. The Kids Night Out – New Year’s Eve Edition is for children ages five to 12 from 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

“Our gym is really a giant indoor playground, and we want to offer parents, who may struggle to find caregivers for their children, an option for the kids to also celebrate the New Year,” says Delta Gymnastics executive director Ana Arciniega.

The cost for the KNO New Year’s edition is $50 per child with the third child free (all children must be from the same family). Spaces are limited, and pre-registration is required.

For information about this event and Operation Red Nose, visit deltagymnastics.com or call 604943-0460.

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MLA says give where you live this holiday season

MLA’s Report IAN PATON

With the holiday season upon us, it’s a timely reminder to count our many blessings and give generously to organizations who support those in need.

There are so many worthy causes in our community, both big and small.

It’s the “small” I’d like to focus on because often the impact of a small to medium-sized gift is felt much more strongly by

Christmas, it’s important to keep in mind the need is truly year-round.

Meanwhile, the Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust is another worthy group in South Delta. They partner with conservationists and farmers to protect agricultural and wildlife resources, and their programs contribute to the long-term viability of local farming operations — a cause close to my heart.

Each B.C. community is unique and has different needs. Luckily, here in South Delta we can all think of so many worthwhile charities that “give where they live” — making our community stronger and supporting the vulnerable who need it most.

Let’s all consider how we can be a part of that goodness this holiday season. I wish everyone a happy, healthy and joyous Christmas and all the best in 2019.

our small, local charities.

There are a number of them in South Delta that are doing big things in our community. Deltassist helps people of all ages experiencing personal challenges. From counselling, referrals and seniors’ programs, to the provision of Christmas hampers and a Toy Depot, Deltassist helps those in need in our community in a safe, supportive environment.

Another great local organization is the Little House Society, a house of support and hope for those touched by substance use disorders. They provide compassion and care, and help patients and their loved ones navigate the path to healing through a variety of important programs.

The South Delta Food Bank is another vital organization in our community. While the need for food donations is always high at

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Homeowners using equity to start next chapter elsewhere in a great opportunity to cash in and get more bang for his buck elsewhere. That meant leaving not only Delta but the Lower Mainland altogether.

Hoekstra is one of those fortunate enough to have purchased his home a couple of decades earlier in the days when there wasn’t a prohibitive gap between housing prices and income. A re-

advantage of that.”

A story in the Optimist last year about the Tsawwassen Legion’s struggles is a good anecdotal example highlighting how older people are moving away. Until it was thrown a lifeline, the Legion was set to shut its doors due to a lack of funds that were attributed to a dwindling membership and volunteer base.

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extra money to travel and the two will be spending a big chunk of this winter, and future winters, in sunny resorts.

“It was more a matter of moving out They’ve cashed in and moved out of because the house here, in my opinion, town, having absolutely no regrets. was a teardown, so I had the option of Edwin Hoekstra, a retired strata manageflattening it and putting up another house ment company manager, and his girlfriend or just say, ‘The heck with it, I’m moving Liz Robson followed what many in their out and we’ll find something else,’” says golden years, or about to enter that time Hoekstra.

“We listed the house for $938,000 and we got six offers and the best offer was $1.1 million. It wasn’t a bidding war, this guy beat out the other offers. The guy said he’s asking this much over asking because he wanted us to move out in six days. I said, ‘For $165,000, I can move out in one day.’

“The only problem was we were in the Dominican Republic, so I had to call the movers to move us out in six days. When I came back home I was homeless,” he laughs.

“We didn’t do any house hunting beforehand and started house hunting after the deal was closed, which was pretty fast. We didn’t mind looking outside Delta, which would have been too SUBMITTED PHOTO expensive, and we like the Edwin Hoekstra and Liz Robson enjoy a lake view from a newer, larger home after lifestyle.

We didn’t spend relocating to Coldstream, a community just outside Vernon. the $1.1 million for our bigger cent study from Canadian real estate firm place. We did spend $890,000. The same of their lives, have done by selling their house would be $3 million here.”

Zoocasa found that’s no longer the case Delta home and buying a one in a smaller as there isn’t a single market across Metro Jennifer Hunt, vice-president of the Real community elsewhere in the province, Estate Investment Network, says they’re pocketing more than enough to enjoy life. Vancouver where a household earning hearing similar stories. It’s the older deIt’s all thanks to the once white hot Lower the median income can afford an average mographic moving away and the younger single-family home.

Mainland real estate market that saw crowd taking their places, for the most Earlier this year, Hoekstra purchased a crazy price escalations a couple of years part. relatively new and much larger house back.

“We are seeing that and it’s based on in Coldstream, just outside of Vernon, Although that rise is over and prices affordability. People are taking advantage with a stunning lake view, new applihave slid somewhat, the good news for of that higher market rate and they are ances and other modern features, as well Hoekstra was there wasn’t a significant moving to Victoria, Kelowna, Vernon, as as more than enough room for guests. downturn in the value of his home, a far as that for sure. My own in-laws took The move also left Hoekstra and Robson 40-plus-year-old fixer-upper. It resulted Sandor Gyarmati sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

Former Delta Teachers’ Association president Paul Steer has moved to the tiny community of Midway in the West Kootenays.

“We had a lot of members just in the past couple of years who have moved out of the community and live elsewhere.

When the house prices went up we easily lost 30 or 40 members. A lot of these people were 70 or 80 (years old) and they were sitting on a big chunk of money, so decided to sell. The demographics here is a lot different now,” president Gary Bain said in an interview at the time.

Anne McMullin, president of the Urban Development Institute, notes it’s difficult to quantify exactly just how many seniors are cashing in and moving out of the region. Many still want to stay in or close to the neighbourhoods they’d lived in for decades but find themselves with few options.

“There’s some data around Victoria and Kelowna. What we’re finding is people are cashing out, what you’d say downsizers,

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and aren’t moving from Vancouver to Coquitlam. They’re going to Kelowna, Victoria or up (Vancouver) Island, Comox, Courtenay… It’s not just retiring baby boomers, it’s also people who are not ready to retire just yet. Then you have millennials mixed in,” McMullin says.

Leading Delta real estate agent Fraser Elliott says he isn’t seeing a mass exodus but admits more and more of the baby boomers are cashing in and moving into the Fraser Valley and beyond for their retirement years. If more housing options were available locally, he explains, Delta would certainly be able to keep locals in the community.

“There isn’t enough market options, therefore, many boomers choose to cash in on the value of their home and leave the area, searching in the valley, even though they would prefer to downsize locally,” Elliott says. “More supply across Metro Vancouver will certainly help alleviate pressures on housing overall.”

Gordon Price, director of the City Program at Simon Fraser University, agrees, but notes multiple factors come into play when people decide to cash in and move out of town, including housing affordability, an issue which is challenging all levels of government.

Demographics is also a big factor in that people decide to move because they don’t like how their neighbourhoods are changing.

“Once you’ve basically made the change, like turning those strip malls into high-rises

Zoocasa found there isn’t a single market in Metro Vancouver where a household earning the median income can afford an average single-family home.

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tors such as densification and traffic finally convinced him to start his retirement years elsewhere.

“I’m in my early 60s now and my family has lived in Delta since 1969. So, as someone who’s getting older, I see the totality of all of the changes that have taken place over more than 40 years. It adds up to really negatively affect our feeling about wanting to stay in Delta.”

Price warns there could be some big problems down the road for those who have moved away as well as their new communities.

“The boomers will probably tend to cluster and they’ll Leading real estate agent Fraser Elliott says lack of housing cluster in places options is prompting many people to leave Delta. that match or medium-rises, people will start getting up to what they’re used to that status quo and maybe not be used to and desire. so interested in leaving, wondering what They’re lucky that all the fuss was about. It’s making the initial they’ve been transition which is the hardest part. It’s a effectively fascinating dilemma for politicians and planturned into ners because they can see what’s coming,” millionPrice says.

For some, changes in their communities have aires by been too much, so they decide to move to smaller communities, not only to cash in but to try to improve their lifestyle.

Former Delta Teachers’ Association president Paul Steer is one of them, having sold his larger home in Sunshine Hills to relocate to the tiny community of Midway, located in the West Kootenays.

Steer says that while the benefits of downsizing to a smaller, much more affordable home are obvious, fac-

doing nothing other than holding onto their properties. Now, if they want to make that choice for an even bigger house in the Okanagan or Vancouver Island, or even Mexico, they can do it. It doesn’t take much change in demographics to lead this kind of phenomenon we’re talking about.

“But the problem is matching up the services.

So, if you’re looking for hospitals and care facilities, neighbourhoods that are walkable and have transit, this is a bit of a mismatch. I think it’s going to

create a crisis and I see it coming. It’s the cost of servicing an aging, disabled and increasingly ill population. It’s great you have a wonderful view property in a kind of rural environment on Vancouver Island but you’re not getting the same level of services like you would in Vancouver. How do you provide assisted living for people who have clustered together in places not designed for their needs as they age?”

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Court date set for suit alleging bog damage

Delta and Metro Vancouver claim dumping on East Delta farm impacted conservancy area SANDOR GYARMATI

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A lawsuit filed by Delta against a company the city alleges caused significant ecological damage to Burns Bog will finally be heard in court next month.

A B.C. Supreme Court trial is scheduled to begin Jan. 28. Delta, which has joined with Metro Vancouver, alleges that damage occurred within the Burns Bog Ecological Conservancy Area as a result of soil deposit activities carried out on against Princess Farms’ adjacent 104th Street property in East Delta.

The lawsuit was originally filed in March 2013.

The claim alleges the activities occurred with the consent of the company and by or under the supervision of Matcom Landfill Management Inc. and/or Matcom Civil Constructors Inc. All three parties have been named as defendants.

A report to Delta council notes environmental, geotechnical, survey and aerial mapping work by experts support the claim.

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A lawsuit that will be heard in B.C. Supreme Court next month claims that soil deposit activities at a 104th Street farm damaged the adjacent Burns Bog Ecological Conservancy Area.

“It is Delta’s position that some or all of the disruption and damage to the Burns Bog ecosystem is irreparable and we are seeking appropriate costs to remediate the bog to the extent possible and aggravated and punitive damages based on disgorgement of revenues obtained while carrying out the fill opera-

tion in contravention of their permits,” the report notes.

Now closed, the Princess Farms property comprises 16 hectares (39.5 acres) at the eastern edge of Burns Bog, which was purchased jointly by four levels of government in 2004.

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“Affected areas of Burns Bog include vegetation, trees, wildlife habitat and the peat bog itself, which suffered tearing, heaving and the vertical and lateral displacement of the peat bog near where fill was placed on native peat on the adjacent farm land,” according to Delta. “Run off from the fill may also affect the bog’s chemistry.”

In its lengthy statement of defence, Princess Farms says it did not participate, nor was it involved in, the fill operation beyond granting Matcom permission to deposit fill on the property pursuant to the terms of the agreements, and that it denies that it was jointly involved in the directing or managing of the operation as alleged by Delta.

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Business Corporate volunteer teams busy at Earthwise Garden

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Svetlana Loif is shown outside The Chopped Leaf in Ladner’s Trenant Park Square.

Embraced in Ladner, The Chopped Leaf to expand into Tsawwassen next year

Offering chef designed salads and wraps, fresh soups, sandwiches and appetizers, The Chopped Leaf offers a healthy fast food option in Ladner.

Opened last spring in Trenant Park Square, owner Svetlana Loif said her restaurant has been embraced by the community.

“I moved here seven years ago. It is a really nice

community,” said Loif.

“When I got involved in Chopped Leaf I thought it would be ideal for Ladner.

I saw a need for a health option for fast food. I knew it would be a great addition to this community.”

She said the restaurant was lined up out the door when it opened.

“We had a great first response and we just continue to be busy,” she

said. “People love the food. We have lots of regular customers. Everyone who comes in says this is exactly what was needed in Ladner.”

She said one of the keys to success is keeping a close connection to the business community.

“We are a member of the Ladner Business Association as well as the Delta Chamber of

Commerce. The business community has provided us with great support and feedback. I think it’s also important to give back to the community whenever possible, so we have done fundraising with the United Way and Delta Gymnastics. I want to do more whenever possible.”

In February Loif plans to open another location in Tsawwassen.

Volunteers are key at Earthwise Society. They help with every aspect of the organization, from planting and maintaining the gardens and farms, to harvesting crops and running the Farm Store.

Each volunteer brings a unique skill and passion.

Sometimes those volunteers arrive as part of corporate teams from local businesses who would like to make a difference in the community.

Earthwise is encouraging local business teams to visit, learn about the work that Earthwise does and spend some time helping in the garden. It’s incredible how much a dedicated group of volunteers can accomplish in only a few hours.

Over the past few months, Earthwise has welcomed several enthusiastic corporate volunteer groups. This summer, Earthwise hosted 35 volunteers from Allscripts, a local company whose teams have helped at the garden every summer for the past three years.

In September, Earthwise welcomed employees from Tsawwassen Mills. The team weeded and planted in the dry garden and the lettuce beds, building on the work done by Allscripts. Flowers along the entryway were deadheaded, and overgrown shrubs were cut back. At the end of the day, the garden was noticeably tidier.

Most recently, a team from Coast Capital in Tsawwassen volunteered in the rock garden.

“Each group who comes out is unique,” says Patricia Fleming, executive director of Earthwise. “We enjoy working with the corporate teams to plan a special project that they will enjoy. We always appreciate the special contribution each group makes.”

If you are part of an organization that would like to get involved by lending a hand in the garden, call 604-946-9828 or email info@earthwisesociety.bc.ca.

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Delta police program turning students at Delta Secondary into ambassadors IAN JACQUES

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The Delta Police Department has joined forces with students at Delta Secondary in a newly launched youth ambassador program.

Created by school liaison officer Const. Sean Doolan, who describes the program as a step before the popular summer DPD Student Police Academy, four students from DSS started as ambassadors early last month working out of the community police station in Ladner Village.

Doolan has been a school liaison officer for 10 years as well as an instructor with the student academy.

He said he has seen many qualified students just miss out on the academy due to the popularity of the program and sees the ambassador program as a way of either preparing the students, if they are in Grade 11 for the academy, or continuing a potential policing career

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Const. Ken Kirk (left) and Const. Sean Doolan (right) flank student ambassadors Ben Cadinha, Ajvir Hothi, Ely Karakas and Percival Monteiro at the Ladner Community Police Station. for a Grade 12 student who has already been through the academy.

“There was never enough room for all the qualified candidates and we didn’t want to lose these kids and still provide an avenue for them, so the idea was that each student could apply for an ambassador position,” he said.

The four ambassadors, all identified through the staff at DSS, volunteer for two hours a day after

school, which counts towards their volunteer hours for grad credits.

Students also get letters of reference for scholarships and experience that could assist with job searches or university applications.

Students get involved assisting in programs such as Block Watch, home security visits, Business Watch, Citizens Are Security Aware, traffic surveys, ICBC auto crime prevention programs, special

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“It’s intended to serve the public and the students, and help expand the reach of the DPD into the student population,” said Doolan. “The intent is that students will take an active role in problem solving activities, assisting the public.”

Students are required to show good judgment, maintain confidentiality and dress appropriately.

“We’ve had graduates from the academy that stay in touch, we write reference letters for them and they get hired at different police departments or law enforcement agencies, so we know it works when we engage and keep the students a part of what we do and part of the Delta police family.”

Doolan said he hopes to expand the program to South Delta Secondary as well as into North Delta.

“We see this as a great opportunity to get students involved all year round in helping their community,” he said.

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Jack Kearney at his first War Amps CHAMP seminar in 2008 (left) and today with his water leg (right).

Young amputee grateful that The War Amps still around a century later

What began as an association to assist war amputee veterans returning from the First World War has expanded its programs over the years to support all amputees, including Jack Kearney, 12, of Delta.

A right foot amputee, Jack is a member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, so he’s eligible for financial assistance for artificial limbs and recreational devices.

He also attends regional CHAMP seminars where “Champs” and

their parents learn about the latest in artificial limbs, dealing with teasing and bullying, and parenting an amputee child.

“The War Amps has been there for Jack and our family from the start.

With their support, Jack has been fitted with artificial limbs so that he can be independent and take part in activities like swimming,” says mom Lara. “It’s incredible that an organization that started a century ago continues to make a difference in the lives of amputees.”

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Local effort giving back one sandwich at a time

Now in its fourth year, initiative brings over 500 lunches to those on the Downtown Eastside IAN JACQUES

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What started out as a way to give back to celebrate her 50th birthday has now morphed into a community-wide effort to spread some love — and a little lunch to those on the Downtown Eastside.

Ladner’s Carol Lee turned 50 four years ago and rather than celebrating with friends over a birthday lunch, she decided to give back.

“I really didn’t know how to go about it, but I just thought why do another lunch… let’s feed the homeless,” she recalled. “We started out with about 100 lunches.

My husband Stephen funded everything for my birthday.”

The next year it turned into 300 lunches and the community involvement grew.

“My friend Kathy Isaak from the Delta School District told me of classes of students designing these cool, paper lunch bags over at Hawthorne,”

said Lee. “I was a parent at Hawthorne for 16 years, so I was happy to get them involved.”

The third year the DTES lunch project expanded to 500 lunches with the whole school designing the bags. This year that number ballooned to 553 lunches.

Right after Halloween Lee turned to social media and the Ladner’s Landing Facebook group seeking donations of leftover candy to add a sweet treat to the lunch bags.

She received more than 2,000 pieces of candy.

Save-On-Foods provided bananas at cost, while Cobs Bread provided a bread donation that covered all the sandwiches.

Other cash donations from friends helped pay for the lunch bags, plastic sandwich baggies, peanut butter, jam, bananas and bottles of water.

“We always come back with stories after we deliver everything. I think living here in Ladner we are so sheltered here from the stuff that is going on in

people who help me. I organized it and my husband funds what we don’t get donated. I don’t do this for recognition. To tell you the truth, out of the 1,500 sandwiches we have made in four years, I have not made one. It’s amazing these women who come and they just want to help,”

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A community-wide effort, including decorated lunch bags from Hawthorne Elementary, brings lunches to the Downtown Eastside. the Downtown Eastside,” she said. “These are someone’s kids, brothers, sons and daughters, so we like to go down and connect with these people. We

have no agenda, just hand out some sandwiches.”

Lee is quick to point out that it takes a village for this project to work.

“This is really about the

Moms give Reach’s Gift of Speech appeal boost on Giving Tuesday Local moms Ashli Owen and Kendall Ayres got together with friends on Giving Tuesday at Ladner’s Landing and gave back to their charity of choice in a big way.

Reach Child and Youth Development Society was the fortunate recipient of $1,250 from the generous group.

Giving Tuesday is an international day of charitable giving at the beginning of the holiday season created in 2013. It takes place immediately following Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Reach launched Gift of Speech 2018: In Honour of Haris on Giving Tuesday.

The initiative helps children with complex needs receive early intervention speech therapy when it makes the greatest impact.

“Thank you so much to everyone who came out to support Reach on Giving Tuesday and those who donated online,” said Owen, Giving Tuesday fundraiser organizer.

“We are more than happy to contribute to such an amazing organization and to help kick off their Gift of Speech

holiday campaign.”

Ayres is Haris’s mom and she agreed to let him be the Gift of Speech’s little spokesperson for a second time this year.

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she said.

This year’s sandwich makers and lunch delivery crew included: Susan Elliot, Patricia Sibley, Melinda and Angie Jansen, Denise Foster, Kristin Andersen, Doreen Van Ryk, Anne Wong, Caren Nicholson, Hannah Lee and Jo-Anne McConkey.

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T h e C AT H O L I C C H U R C H i n VA N C O U V E R I N V I T E S E V E R Y O N E t o AT T E N D

CHRISTMAS MASS r c a v. o r g / C H R I S T M A S 2 0 1 8

Unlike some people, we do not have a giant Santa on our roof. We do not have a snowman dancing in the yard or two turtle doves roosting in the maple tree.

No elves. No candy canes. No sleighs suspended from the chimney.

Nope. None of that.

We do not have the type of exterior seasonal decor that would prompt passers-by to stop in their tracks and reach for their smart phone cameras.

That’s not to say we don’t try. It’s just that this year has been, well, a little more challenging than in years gone by.

In our household, the seasonal decor — make that, the lights — have always been the husband’s domain, not because the job is particularly a guy thing, but because I have an issue with heights and would never step on a ladder.

Two weeks ago, when other households in the neighbourhood were getting into the holiday act, he decided he would too.

He waited until there was a break in the rain, then made his way outside.

The husband untangled the lights on the lawn, then checked to ensure they worked. No problem.

Up the ladder went the husband, attaching the first string to the eaves.

The lights gave a little flicker, then went dark.

“Drat,” muttered the husband.

He made his way to the hardware store and returned $25 poorer.

He checked the new string of lights to ensure it would work. No problem.

It was, however, a good six feet shorter than the previous string.

“Good grief!” said the husband.

He made his way back to the hardware store and returned $35 poorer.

He rose up the ladder again to attach the two strings of lights. There was an issue. They were not compatible.

“I hate this!” said the husband. He returned to the hardware store. The seasonal decor was getting costly.

The rain began to fall again.

I watched from the kitchen as the husband made his way to the shed, emerging with a hand saw.

“What are you doing with that?” I asked, poking my head out the front door.

“I’m cutting down this *&#@ bush!” he said. “It’s in the way of the ladder!”

I thought it best to go back inside.

Fifteen minutes later, the husband was inside as well. I did not dare ask if the job was complete, but the husband volunteered the news.

“It’s too wet out there,” he said. “I’ll finish them tomorrow.”

The next day, however, the rain returned, as it did the following day and the day after that.

Just a day or two ago, the husband returned to the ladder and to the seasonal decor.

We don’t need a giant Santa or other seasonal decorations. We have the priciest lights in town — and for now, they happen to work.

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Lutheran Church

Candlelight Service “Angels in Wonder” Monday, December 24 6:30 pm

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7:00 pm

Come Celebrate the Light of Jesus with Us. Christmas Morning Service 10:30 am “Glory to God in the Highest” Luke 2:8-20 4594– 54A Street, Ladner B.C. 604-946-7033 office@ladnercrc.com

Glory to God

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in the highest!

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Advent and Christmas Services at Ladner United Church Connect, Deepen and Engage – you are welcome as you are!

Sunday Dec 24 – Christmas Eve 5:00pm – Friendly and time sensitive to the excited, wee ones.

7:00pm – Community, church family and friends – come one, come all – carols and a brief sermon 9:00pm – As the evening quiets down – carols, message and Holy Communion Services continue at 10:00am through January

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ADVENT & CHRISTMAS CALENDAR

Sunday, December 23 Fourth Sunday of Advent Service 8 am ~ Book of Common Prayer Service (traditional) 10 am ~ Book of Alternative Services (contemporary)

All Saints Anglican Church 4755 Arthur Drive, Ladner 604-946-8413 • www.allsaintsladner.org Christmas Eve 4:00 pm Christmas Pageant 6:30 pm Carols • 7:00 pm Family Eucharist 10:30 pm Carols • 11:00 pm Midnight Eucharist

Sacred Heart Catholic Church celebrates with You, The Good News of the birth of Jesus Christ

Christmas Eve Schedule 5:00 pm 7:00 pm 9:00 pm 11:00 pm

Children’s Choir Folk Choir Young Adult Choir Mixed Voice Choir

Christmas Day 10:00 am Eucharist

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A Blessed and Merry Christmas to the Community from Sacred Heart Parish 3900 Arthur Drive, Ladner 604-946-4522

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Pet Week of the

Say hello to Karma

Karma is a very sweet, two year old “Land Manatee” that came to us from California. Her foster mom says: “When you look inside Karma’s eyes you will fall in love with her. She takes a little while to warm up to you, but when she does, she is the biggest sweetheart you will ever meet.

Anyone who has met Karma says the same thing, “She is so beautiful.” Karma likes to roll onto her back so you can scratch her belly and she has the softest ears I have ever felt. She has perfect manners. Karma is good on leash, only pulling to meet other dogs. She has learned to sit and stay for her food until you tell her to eat. She isn’t a couch hog and will only climb up if you tell her it’s okay for her to. She will follow you around the house but will sit on her pillow to give you space if you tell her to. She is quick to learn new tricks, and just recently learned to roll over and shake a paw. Karma is incredibly gentle, doesn’t jump up when excited or get the zoomies inside the house. Karma loves head pets, laying on her pillow, going for long walks, stuffed toys, being in her humans’ company, and wrestling with other dogs. Dislikes: being left home alone.” Karma came from a home with another dog so we think she would do better with her anxiety if she has another dog friend or a human who works from home. She would probably do best with larger dogs as she likes to “play rough” with her friends and may overwhelm some small dogs. Karma is up to date on all of her shots, spayed, and microchipped. If you are interested in meeting this gorgeous girl please send an email to pbandchi@gmail.com or fill out an application at www.pbandchi.com under the Foster/Adopt tab :)

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Katie Lawrence, director of digital media for the Delta Ice Hawks, and Lorraine Yates, manager of seniors and community services at Deltassist, are inviting the whole community to come out and support Teddy Bear Toss Night on Dec. 18.

’Hawks to host Teddy Bear Toss at Ladner Leisure Centre next week

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The fur will hopefully be flying next Tuesday night at the Ladner Leisure Centre.

The Delta Ice Hawks will be holding a Teddy Bear Toss Night in their final home game before the Christmas break when they host Aldergrove on Dec. 18.

Face-off for the Pacific Junior Hockey League game is 7:35 p.m.

All those in attendance are asked to bring a teddy bear or a stuffed animal to the game and when the Ice Hawks score their first goal, fans can throw their

stuffed animals onto the ice.

Food donations will also be accepted with boxes at the ticket booth in the lobby of the LLC. “Someone actually messaged the Ice Hawks Facebook account asking us if we were doing a teddy bear toss night and I said we were not, but what a great idea,” said Katie Lawrence, director of digital media for the Ice Hawks. “So I emailed Colleen from Deltassist asking if they would accept donations. She said yes and we went from there.”

Lawrence is hoping for a big turnout at the game.

“If we could get any-

where close to full that would be a fantastic thing just to show community spirit in the season of giving back and helping Deltassist this time of year,” she said.

Lorraine Yates, manager of seniors and community services at Deltassist, said the social services agency is grateful to receive support from the community and from organizations such as the Ice Hawks.

“Deltassist only has two dedicated staff for Christmas, so we have more than 300 volunteers that are out picking up donations from schools, non-profits and groups like the Ice Hawks,” said

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Yates. “Even if it comes after our Christmas programs, we support the community all year round.

Year after year it just amazes us how generous the community of Delta is.”

Ice Hawks team president Eduard Epshtein said the team is proud to organize the fundraising night.

“The Delta Ice Hawks team is proud to be part of this great tradition and chose to support the local charity Deltassist,” Epshtein said. “As always, kids of school age are free to attend our games and receive free hot chocolate from Blenz Coffee at Ladner Leisure Centre.”

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Ladner Rotarians bring Christmas to Memorial

The new Ladner Rotary Splash Park, now closed for the season, came to life once again last Friday as more than 100 children with families and other local residents showed up for the first annual Rotary Club of Ladner Christmas tree lighting event in Memorial Park.

Rotarians have lit two 65-foot trees and the adjacent gazebo for Christmas.

Joining Delta Mayor George Harvie and Ladner Rotary Club president Kerry-Lynne Findlay to officially light up the park were Delta MP Carla

Qualtrough, Delta South MLA Ian Paton, Delta Coun. Dylan Kruger and police Chief Neil Dubord.

Santa Claus was on hand as well in the multipurpose room of the adjacent Lois E. Jackson Kinsmen Centre for Children.

The Happy Wanderers sang seasonal music and volunteers, including Delta Secondary members of the Rotary-sponsored Interact club, served hot chocolate, cookies and candy canes thanks to McDonald’s and Save-On Foods in Ladner.

Photos by Adrian MacNair

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We extend a warm welcome to join us on Sunday Dec. 16th at 7:00 pm for a Christmas Carol Sing & Play “Coffee Shop Christmas”

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Mary’s Song Luke 1:39-56 Guest Pastor: Len Batterink 4594 – 54A Street, Ladner, B.C. 604-946-7033 email: office@ladnercrc.com visit our website: www.ladnercrc.com

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Sunday 8:00 am - Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer) 10:00 am - Multigenerational Service with Communion

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AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that the Temporary Use Permit, drawings and other relevant information and regulations may be inspected at the office of the Community Planning and Development Department, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, (604-946-3380) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., and Thursday between 8:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. from DECEMBER 7, 2018 TO DECEMBER 17, 2018, exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays.

Interested parties have the opportunity to provide written comments regarding the proposal at this time. Comments are to be received on or before 12:00 noon, December 17, 2018. Comments should be referred to: Mayor and Council CITY OF DELTA 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 Email: mayor-council@delta.ca In the event of a Canada Post service disruption, please make your submissions by email, fax, or personal delivery. For your convenience, an after-hours drop box is located outside of the entrance to the City Hall.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, at a meeting of City Council of City of Delta to commence at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, December 17, 2018 at the City Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, Delta City Council will consider a resolution to issue TEMPORARY USE PERMIT LU007799.

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vate us. The giving of more stuff that we don’t really need carries an intrinsic emptiness. Finding something of significance for the person who already has everything they really need feels more like hollow duty than genuine care.

Perhaps we could bless someone in real need in honour of our family member or friend’s name, then send the card telling how the gift was given in their name.

And instead of running full out until we drop, maybe an approach like one day at a time would help us slow down and enjoy each moment. Have a Blessed Christmas.

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Living Water Chinese Christian Church

Pasters: Danny Youth Stebeck, Nick Dustin Osborne & Devon Martinsen Pastor: Huguet

Sunday Services in Ladner at 9:30 a.m.

Personal choice in the midst of a mutiplisity of possibilities is a challenging endeavour at the best of times, but when you add in the pressures of others expectations, family responsibilities, work deadlines or a lifetime of social indoctrinations, personal choice becomes even more complex.

When the rush of special seasons, like we have entered, are added to the mix of daily life it is a deep grace that we are able to find equilibrium at all.

We truly want to celebrate Advent and the time of preparing for Christmas.

We want to find joy in our activities and encounters.

We want to come through

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Event to report?

Contact Ian at ijacques@delta-optimist.com or 604-946-4451

The City of Delta is hosting A Morning with Santa at the South Delta Recreation Centre on Saturday, Dec. 15 from 9 a.m. to noon.

The event features breakfast, photos with Santa Claus, crafts, skating and more. Cost is $10.50 per person (free for children under one year). Tickets available at Winskill Aquatic and Fitness Centre, South Delta Recreation Centre and Ladner Leisure Centre.

Xmas music in Tsawwassen

There are a pair of Christmas concerts this Sunday in Tsawwassen.

The Delta Music Makers will perform at KinVillage Community Centre from 2 to 4 p.m., while the Trinity Community Choir presents Gloria at St. David’s Anglican Church at 3 p.m.

Rinks become wonderlands

The City of Delta is turning the South Delta Recreation Centre and the North Delta Recreation Centre into a Winter Wonderland over the holiday season.

Seasonal decorations will transform the ice rinks into ponds for public skating sessions.

Skating will be offered at various times daily from Dec. 22 to Jan. 4. (closed Dec. 25 and 26).

Regular admission rates apply.

Polar Bears to take chilly dip

Start 2019 with a plunge into the chilly waters of Boundary Bay in the 39th annual Polar Bear Swim at Centennial Beach.

Hundreds of hearty souls are expected to brave the elements to take part in the New Year’s Day tradition.

Registration begins at noon and the swim gets underway at 1 p.m.

There will be prizes, activities and entertainment.

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

PHOTO BY ADRIAN MACNAIR

This Pacific Drive home in Tsawwassen was decorated while its owners were on vacation.

Seasonal surprise awaits Kids go all out to decorate Tsawwassen home while parents are on vacation IAN JACQUES

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Megan Mackay’s parents will be in for the Christmas surprise of a lifetime when they return from vacation this week.

Mackay, her husband, siblings and friends have been busy little elves the past few weeks decorating their parents’ home at 893 Pacific Dr. in Tsawwassen without telling them.

“We have lots of lights, huge blow ups, cardboard cut-outs, candy canes, Santas, everything Christmas. Hopefully everyone enjoys it,” said Mackay. “My parents have no idea we are doing this.”

Mackay said a large Christmas display has been something her dad always wanted to do, but has never pulled the trigger on.

“So we thought we would pull it for him,” Mackay said with a laugh.

“They thought about just starting to decorate when they got home, so we thought it would be hilarious to just really do it up, so that’s what we are doing. I think they will be very excited to see everything. I think they will both be in shock, because I don’t think they will realize the extent we are going to. We even have a cut-out of Clark Griswold.”

Zoie McGregor, her husband Dave and their kids have a gingerbread

PHOTO BY ADRIAN MACNAIR

Zoie McGregor, her husband Dave and their sons Devon, 18, and Carter, 8, have created a gingerbread theme display complete with a mini movie. house theme at their home at 5520-6th Ave. in Tsawwassen.

“We’ve been slowly growing over the last 10 years. It’s evolved into

more of a gingerbread house theme. I hope we can continue to keep growing it every year,” McGregor said.

The family even has a

mini movie playing with a gingerbread theme.

“We turned a barbecue gazebo into a little gingerbread house and the back wall has the mini movie

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playing,” she said. “As my kids get older they take a bigger role in this. I guess we started this theme about five or six years ago and just started growing it from there.”

She said Christmas has always been big in her family.

“We love having people driving by our home and stop and visit. We get excited when people stop, notice our display and enjoy it,” she added.

“Bringing that kind of Christmas joy to others is really fun for us. A neighbour texted me a week ago and said I wasn’t thinking anything about Christmas until I saw your house. We like bringing the spirit of Christmas. It’s fun.”

Bob and Judith Olszowiec are at it again at 5856-50th Ave. in Ladner with their display up and running from 5 to 11 p.m. daily until Jan. 7. They’ve added 1,500 red and green bulbs this year and have two computers running, one timing the waterfall effect on the hedge and the other synchronizing the music with the lights.

Mark Pinfield, who lives in the Windsor Woods complex on 14th Avenue in Tsawwassen, wrote the Optimist saying don’t forget about condo dwellers.

“We may have limited balcony space to work with, but some of us put up lots of lights and or fun displays,” he stated.

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Author Patricia Stanyer’s latest venture is a familiar affair.

A Time To Remember chronicles the joys and trials (at times) of family life and later adventures and travels.

“This narrative is about raising a family while working in the teaching profession,” says the 92-year-old author.

“Someone remarked that if you weren’t funny when you started raising a family, you would get funny.

There was little time in my busy life for writing, but the copies of letters that I wrote to my parents and others provided me with many family stories.”

The long-standing educator and writer began her publishing career in 1981 when she edited her mother’s book, A Good Time Was Had By All. The following year she published a genealogy of her husband Raymond’s family entitled Hewers of

Patricia Stanyer Stone.

In 1988 she published a nurse’s story called Try The Goose Grease. A venture into publishing sports magazines began with the World Cup soccer tournament in 1993 with her two sons being the chief writers. The venture ended in 1994 when their hockey magazine could not be distributed due to the hockey strike.

Under the company name Tabour Publishing, Stanyer published her brother Reg’s books, Close To The Heart and To The Folks, and in 2005 she collaborated with Reg in a book about their father, The Legendary Big Jim

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“Because of my better than average education I was able to work at teaching and raise a family of five children.

Consequently, we also had extras like trips to ski hills, sports and piano lessons,” she says.

“When I started publishing I was reminded at bookstores that they could sell more books about British Columbia, therefore I have attempted to describe the areas in which I have lived in the province. I have been fortunate in having had a good husband and children who have accomplished much in their lives. They have encouraged me to write about my life.”

A Time To Remember is available in South Delta at Black Bond Books in Ladner and Albany Books in Tsawwassen.

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Lifestyles

Young pianist impresses at international competition IAN JACQUES

Club of Tsawwassen

to the many people that made our 6th Annual event so successful, including Mother Nature for the sunshine.

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An aspiring young pianist from South Delta has just won a top prize at an international competition.

Christy Hung, 13, has been playing the piano for six-and-a-half years under the guidance of a private teacher based in Richmond.

Last month, Hung, along with her partner Eric Chen, placed third at the prestigious 2018 North West International Piano Ensemble Competition.

Hung says it was a fun experience to compete for the first time at such a high level.

“I’ve done other competitions, but they were more local, so this one was a pretty big deal,” she says. “You have to be level nine and up. My partner and I played six pieces in all, with three in the first round. Only three groups get selected to the prize round.”

The North West International Piano

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Christy Hung, along with her partner Eric Chen, placed third at the prestigious 2018 North West International Piano Ensemble Competition.

Ensemble Competition started in 2009 and has had five successful returns since then. It runs every second year. There are three categories based on age and attracts gifted pianists from across Canada and several continents.

Some of the past contestants have gone on to professional careers and have performed with major orchestras and attended universities and conservatories both at home and abroad.

Judges have been from

Europe and North America and have contributed to attract great talent.

The qualifying rounds were held Nov. 23 at the Tom Lee Music Experience Centre in Vancouver with the final prize round on Nov. 24 at the Immanuel Baptist Church in Vancouver.

This isn’t the first award for the talented pianist.

Hung placed first at the Richmond Music Festival and first at another duet competition, Festival on the Lake.

And to everyone who helped with the cookie decorating, the face painting, the popcorn & hot chocolate making and Santa and his elves.

We look forward to seeing you all at our next Family Event ... our Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Diefenbaker Park on Saturday, April 20, 2019

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A30 The Delta Optimist December 13, 2018

Community Carolers greet carol ships in Ladner

PHOTOS BY ADRIAN MACNAIR

The carol ships made their annual appearance last weekend, sailing along the Fraser River and into Ladner Harbour on Friday and Saturday nights. They were met at the government dock at the foot of Elliott Street by carolers from the Ladner Gospel Assembly who have been singing at the event for more than 40 years. See more photos at www.deltaoptimist.com.

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Ocean Trailer began in 1985 and is still run by the Keay family. This 2018 year, Mayor Lois Jackson on behalf of the City of Delta presented Ocean Trailer Delta with the Mayor’s Business of the Year Award. Ocean Trailer is very proud to be the first recipient of this now annual award.

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M C Auto and Transmissions, proudly provides expert auto and light truck repair, and maintenance services to customers of the Delta area. We understand that car repair can be stressful, which is why we take the time to explain every job, and always provide you with an estimate in advance. We are a full service shop and can handle both your basic requirements and your ultimate performance needs. From batteries, to brakes, to tune-ups and transmissions - let us make sure your vehicle is reliable and safe. Have an RV? We can accommodate servicing of most class A, B, and C chassis motorhomes.

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ADVICE FROM THE PROS QUESTION:

QUESTION:

Do you offer specific holiday services for seniors?

How to Prevent Injury During Your Holiday Travels?

ANSWER:

ANSWER: Yes! There are always plenty of things to get organized for the holidays and we can assist you in getting ready. Beyond our scheduled holiday visits, a few ideas for your HoneyDo Holiday Wish List:

Carrying luggage, and long flights or road trips can place stress on your lower back which may result in back pain or other musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. Here are a few tips to assist in keeping your back safe from injury while travelling during the holidays and beyond.

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Celebrating a decade in Delta!

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2018 ‘Medium Business of the Year’ 2018 & 2017 Readers’ Choice ‘Best Seniors Services’ Award 2017 AirMiles ‘Social Venture of the Year’ Award 2016 Business Ethics Award

Dr. Sereena Uppal D.C.

Delta Village Chiropractic Suite 2, 4882 Delta Street, Ladner, BC V4K 2T8 Tel: 604-952-0538 | DeltaVillageChiropractic.com

Every profession has its own terms they use and ours is no exception. Last month I went through and gave explanations of terms for banknotes. This month I will continue with terms for coins.

Description of coin grades are as follows:VG is very good, F is fine,VF is very fine, EF or XF is extra fine and AU is almost uncirculated. The amount of wear on the coin determines which grade the coin is classified as. Sometimes you see a coin graded as VF/XF. That means the coin is in between those two grades.

Jim Richardson, owner Western Coin and Stamp

Blake Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation 604-788-0480 Medallion Club - 4 years Top 10% of Realtors in Greater Vancouver R.E.B.

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have installed measures to slow the real estate market. From all accounts, these measures are working. Significantly fewer people bought and sold homes this fall, which in turn has lead get their homes sold.

We are finding that people really need our expertise in this market. In the month of

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November we sold 11 homes. Call us we can help you too!!

QUESTION:

QUESTION:

WHAT IS THE FIRST THING THAT COMES TO MIND WHEN YOU SEE EXPEDIA CRUSIESHIPCENTERS?

I have just sold my house, and I plan to rent until I buy, but I am not sure I want to sign a one year lease.

What can I do?

ANSWER:

My guess is your first thought was about cruises.

Your Expedia CruiseShipCenter agent can help you with ALL of your travel needs. We are so much more than just cruises. When you see our name, take note the first word is “EXPEDIA” and know this word is all-encompassing when planning any of your travel needs.

ANSWER: David Moore

A: It’s no secret that all levels of government

to downward price pressure as sellers want to

The term Tombac is used to describe the 1942 5 cent made out of Brass since there was also a regular 5 cent made in nickel. All 1943, 1944 and 1945 nickels had a Roman numeral “V” for 5 on them and are known as Victory nickels. All 1943 nickels were Tombacs, while the 1944 and 1945 steel with a blue chrome plating.

Some missed the plating and are worth more money.

JIM

3. Use proper lifting technique: Use the entire body to turn when lifting heavy luggage. Pivot with your feet, not your back to avoid only twisting your spine.

Hope these tips help and most importantly Happy Travels

taxation policies had an effect on the real estate market?

ANSWER:

Coinage verses Medal dies are terms used to describe the direction of the portrait when a coin is turned over from side to side. Canadian coins are almost always Medal dies since when you turn the coin over sideways the designs are facing up (^^). American coins are Coinage dies as you turn the coin over sideways the other side is facing down (^ Need down sign inserted). There are some Canadian coins that are errors where the die is Coinage or part way turned. These can be worth considerable amounts.

2. Sit properly: while seated, your knees should be supported and bent at more or less a 90 degree angle.

Q: Have the BC Governments

QUESTION:

Uncirculated means a coin is new and never been in circulation. These coins are assigned a MS (mint state) followed by a number between 60 and 70. These are related to how nice of uncirculated the coin is, with the higher numbers being better grades. All of the above relate to coins issued for use in circulation. Other coins were issued only for collectors in set or as singles and they use different terms such as PL (proof like) or Proof.

1. Support your low back: Place a small rolled-up airline pillow, blanket or a towel or lumbar pillow to fit and support the curve of your low back.

If you sign a one year term, and then wish to leave sooner, you may find yourself on the hook for vacant months.

Being upfront about your plans with a potential landlord may limit the rentals available to you, as most rentals are for a minimum one year term.

You may be able to negotiate a 6 month term for a slightly higher rent, and then go month to month.

Call Your Rental Champions Today!

David 778-991-1966 direct.

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Enjoy all-inclusive vacation packages at amazing rates featuring air, hotel, transfers and more, or one of our amazing land packages anywhere around the globe.

Because you are spending your hard-earned money, make sure you are protecting your investments! Find out what your travel insurance options are and pick the best protection for your needs. Don’t forget this important detail; always be sure you’re covered when traveling.

It’s simple! No matter what you need to make your next vacation complete, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re cruising or not, we have everything you need to make that next trip unforgettable.

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Community

Hydrotherapy pool gets boost from the Delta Foundation

SUBMITTED PHOTO

Dan Moore has been recognized by the Association for Mineral Exploration for his outreach efforts over the past two decades.

Yukon Dan given Gold Pan by industry association

Yukon Dan, a longtime fixture at South Delta festivals and a former Tsawwassen resident, has been honoured with the Gold Pan Award by the Association for Mineral Exploration for exceptional meritorious service to the mineral exploration community.

Dan Moore has been doing outreach through-

out B.C. for more than two decades.

He builds awareness and educates the public about prospecting and exploring for gold in B.C. while communicating about the importance of minerals in our daily lives.

Through his many public engagements, Yukon Dan gives people of all ages an opportunity to try,

first-hand, to discover gold in a pile of dirt through gold panning.

With over 20 years of service, impacting over 5,000 students each year and widespread public engagement at schools, conferences, field trips and events, Yukon Dan has contributed significantly to the industry, the association stated.

Over 3,000 children and youth with special needs in the South Fraser area, including 600 children living in Delta, receive various therapies from The Centre for Child Development of the Lower Mainland so they can reach their potential.

With a donation of $2,500 to The Child Development Foundation of BC, the Delta Foundation has provided support for the centre’s hydrotherapy pool.

The donation is contributing to a variety of equipment, including aquatic SUBMITTED PHOTO wheelchairs, ceiling- The Delta Foundation has donated $2,500 for hydrotheratrack pool slings and py pool equipment at The Centre for Child Development of pool equipment com- the Lower Mainland. ponents, including filters, heat exchangare play-based and the The centre has ers and water treatment medical rehabilitative received highest posequipment. services include pedisible accreditation for five The centre serves chilatric psychology, family consecutive three-year dren up to 19 years with services social workers, periods from the intera variety of neurological, occupational therapy, national Commission orthopedic, developmenspeech-language therapy, on Accreditation of tal and learning disabiliphysiotherapy, early Rehabilitative Facilities ties, including cerebral childhood education, sup- (CARF). It is the only palsy, spina bifida, Down ported child development, CARF-accredited outsyndrome, autism, ADHD, recreation/hydrotherapy, patient medical rehabrain injuries and other nutrition counselling and bilitation program (pedidisabilities. child-abuse victim seratric specialty) in Western The centre’s therapies vices.

Canada.

ADVICE FROM THE PROS QUESTION:

Stories and photos from

Paul, Should I service my furnace or boiler every year and if so when is the best time?

your community

ANSWER:

In print and online all the time Paul Bach Owner 604-940-2268

delta-optimist.com

I usually recommend to our customers that they have their heating equipment looked at every year. In fact with our sophisticated software we can tell you the last time we serviced your equipment what we did to it, and remind you when it is time to service it again. Both boilers and furnaces have a lot of working and moving parts. Just like your car they need to be lubed and oiled and visually checked once a year. By having our technician service your equipment you reduce the emergency call for no heat when the cold snap hits and you need heat right away. Why not turn your heat on with the confidence of knowing a P.J.B. service professional has already looked at your equipment and you have the peace of mind in knowing you won’t freeze.

The best time of year to service your heating equipment is usually the end of August or the beginning of September, just before we hit fall. Please don’t hesitate to call and ask for an appointment today as bookings are starting to fill up.

Don’t get caught out in the cold!

www.PJBmechanical.com

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ADVICE FROM THE PROS Q: How Can I Give Back to My Community this Holiday Season?

QUESTION:

IS THERE EVER A GOOD TIME TO BREAK MY CLOSED MORTGAGE AND PAY THE PREPAYMENT PENALTIES?

A:

Shari Barr Annual Giving Manager Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation

dhchfoundation.ca

In the spirit of the season, helping others is a wonderful way to give back t o your community. There are many ways you can get involved including volunteering, food and clothing drives, and making a donation to your favourite charity. The holiday season is one of the busiest times of year for Delta Hospital.

By supporting Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation, you are helping to ensure that Delta Hospital is able to continue to provide excellent healthcare services to Delta.

Since 1988, Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation has worked with the community to raise funds to support Delta Hospital. We are the public face and philanthropic arm of Delta Hospital, raising the financial resources necessary to provide quality and innovative healthcare services, purchase much needed state-of-the-art equipment, fund capital projects and building improvement, and support ongoing education of medical staff that government funding alone cannot provide.

The Foundation strives to ensure our community has close to home access to the highest quality healthcare services. We are dedicated to meeting the challenges of limited healthcare budgets and increasing demand for services in Delta. By making a charitable gift to DHCHF, you are supporting the health and well being of the Delta community; including your family, friends and neighbours.

Every little bit makes a difference and we offer many options for you to donate.

You can make a one-time donation, you can become a monthly donor, you can make a tribute gift in honour of a loved one, or you can consider planned giving (including gifts of securities). Visit dhchfoundation.ca for more information about the many ways to give. Gifts received before December 31st, 2018 will ensure a charitable tax receipt for this year.

To find out more about the different ways to give to Delta Hospital, please feel free to contact Lisa Hoglund, Executive Director or Shari Barr, Annual Giving Manager at 604.940.9695 or email: info@dhchfoundation.ca or visit our website at: dhchfoundation.ca

ANSWER: Sometimes Yes and sometimes No. Let the number dictate the best way to go. Often times clients can save money by paying their penalty and moving into a lower rate. A good mortgage professional will show you the numbers and it is their job to give you an honest and fair answer. If your thinking about breaking your current term, give us a call and let us show you just how those numbers look!

LISA MANWARING 604-805-1833

I’m concerned that wearing hearing aids will make me stand out. Is there a way to avoid this?

It’s normal to be concerned about how your appearance may be affected by the addition of hearing aids. However, compensating for a hearing loss by asking people to repeat themselves, inappropriately responding to people (or not responding at all), or even withdrawing from social situations is more obvious than wearing hearing aids!

Mark Nickel BC-HIP, BBA Hearing Instrument Practitioner Phone: 604-943-0033 5682 12 Avenue, Tsawwassen www.TsawwassenHearing.com

Rest assured that today’s hearing aids are small, discreet and more stylish than ever before. Some are even invisible.

Moreover, chances are that once you have a hearing aid, your quality of life will improve so much that cosmetics won’t be as much of an issue for you. Treatment of hearing loss has been shown to improve: • • • • • • •

Communication in relationships Intimacy and warmth in family relationships Ease in communication Earning power Sense of control over your life Social participation Emotional stability

A: There is a variety of products for tooth whitening from toothpastes,whitening strips, to professional products.The toothpastes are simply a marketing strategy they will not whiten your teeth. The effectiveness of a whitening product is Dr. Raj Dhiman dependent on the active ingredient in the product, the strength of this active 604-946-9588 ingredient and the time it is in contact with the teeth.The whitening strips and other drug store products have limitations as they are restricted as to the active ingredient and the strength of this active ingredient.The most effective whitening products can only be dispensed by a dental professional.The drug store products are also limited as they are in the form of strips that are not closely adapted to the teeth as opposed to the custom trays you get from the professional products.The professional products also have ingredients to decrease sensitivity which can be a side effect of the active ingredient in whitening products.For more information about the different whitening products contact your dental professional.

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QUESTION How do you keep a Christmas tree fresh for the holidays

I am having a harder time hearing clearly; can you help?

Ans. Great question. There are multiple reasons why you may not be hearing as clearly as you think you should. Your age, plugged ear canal(s), medications, infections(s), allergies and/or multiple exposures to loud noises all can lead to hearing loss. The first step is to check your hearing using a screening device. We have partnered with Connect Hearing here in Tsawwassen and have a free hearing screening device in the store. If you are concerned about your hearing, come by and have it checked. I would be happy to answer any questions that you may have about your results.

As 2018 draws to a close and the holidays are in full swing; keeping yourself in good health is important to fully participate in all the joys of the season. Come see us for a full range of options to assist you in maintaining your good health.

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

“Who Cares? I Do” is not just a slogan – it is THE reason Paul Gibbons, Pharmacist/Owner at the Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy in Tsawwassen, looks forward to helping you every day.

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Q: Which tooth whitening products work the best? Do the drug store tooth whitening products work?

QUESTION

ANSWER

lisa@southwestmortgage.ca

Bob Matheson Manager

ANSWER Here are five great ideas: 1. Try to choose a healthy, green tree with as few brown needles as possible.

2. Trim the trunk as square as possible. This makes it much easier for your tree to stand up nice and straight.

3. Place it away from heat sources, like fireplaces, radiators, and air ducts so not to dry it out.

4. Keep the water level above the base of the trunk. Most trees will continue to absorb water for weeks after they’ve been cut. If the water gets below the trunk, resin will form on the bottom and prevent the tree from absorbing water. If this happens don’t fret, simply cut an inch or so off the bottom taking the resin with it and allowing the water to be absorbed again through the freshly cut trunk. you’ll have lots more dead pine needles covering your floor.

5. Take your tree down before it dries out. Limit those pesky pine needles on your floor and in your socks.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Home.

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FOR A

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Our puppies grow up to become Guide Dogs, Autism Support Dogs and PTSD Service Dogs — loyal, reliable and supportive partners for blind and visually-impaired individuals, children with profound autism and military and RCMP veterans with PTSD. Call or email us today!

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Coming Events CLUBS AND GROUPS Celebrate a Life of someone important to you this holiday season. Drop by the Centre for Supportive Care, 4631 Clarence Taylor Cres., Ladner, until Dec. 31, weekdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., to write a message on a special tribute butterfly card that can be displayed on the centre’s tribute tree or mantel.

Have some fun and bring your writings to the writing group at the Tsawwassen Library on Thursday, Dec. 13 from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

There will be five-minute presentations. For further information, call Lula at 604943-4558.

A Parkinson’s support group meeting will be held on Monday, Dec. 17 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen. The group is for people living with Parkinson’s and/or the people who care for them.

Delta Falcons spring field hockey early bird registrations savings on now until Dec. 31. U10 and under (boys and girls) U11-18 (girls).

Season runs April to June.

Sign up with a friend for fun, fitness and one of the most affordable sports offered in Delta. Info and contacts at www.falcons.ca.

Do you enjoy knitting or crochet? Would you like to get together with likeminded people to share ideas, techniques and good conversation? Knit & Stitch is offered at all three Delta libraries. It runs Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Ladner Pioneer Library, Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. at Tsawwassen Library and Fridays from 2 to 4 p.m. at George Mackie Library. All ages and abilities are welcome.

The Knitting Sisters, who knit and crochet for charities, meet as a drop-in from 10 a.m. to noon on the first and third Saturdays of the month at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre in Ladner.

New members are needed and welcomed. Donations of yarn and/or finished articles

are also welcomed. For more information call Brenda 604868-6915 or e-mail brenda. ruby@icloud.com.

Delta Hospice Society offers a Drop-In Relaxation Circle, led by a music therapist, for those living with cancer or serious illness, as well as their family members and friends, every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Centre for Supportive Care, 4631 Clarence Taylor Cres., Ladner. Program is complimentary.

The Canadian Lifeboat Institution is interviewing potential volunteers to serve as crew or support personnel for its Delta Lifeboat.

Professional training is given in seamanship, navigation, medical, and search and rescue techniques. Contact John at 604-760-5218 for more information.

SENIORS Ballroom Dance with David at the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre in Ladner. Waltz program runs Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Jan. 8 to March 12. Cha-cha program runs Tuesdays, 7:45 to 8:45 p.m., Jan. 8 to March 12. Cost is $50 for 10 ses-

sions. Register at McKee. Christmas Luncheon with Klondike Kate at KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen on Friday, Dec. 14 at 12:15 p.m. $16 for members, $18 for non-members.

McKee Seniors Recreation Centre is holding a Christmas variety show on Friday, Dec. 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission by donation.

Delta Music Makers free Christmas concert at KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen on Sunday, Dec. 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. Christmas treats provided. Donations gratefully accepted.

McKee Seniors Recreation Centre is holding a Christmas Day luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 25. Doors open at 11 a.m. Delicious hot turkey meal. Members cost $13, non-members are $15.

New Year’s Eve gala dinner/dance with Scott Robertson’s Swing Patrol will be held at KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen. Tickets are $55 for members, $60 for nonmembers.

Chris Jones & the Night Drivers will perform a concert at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre in Ladner on Sunday, Jan. 27 at 8 p.m.

Early bird price is $20 until Jan. 11; tickets are $25 after Jan. 11. Purchase by calling McKee at 604-946-1411 when using a credit card or come into the centre.

McKee Walking Club walks rain or shine every Tuesday and Friday. Meet at 9 a.m. in the lobby of the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre.

McKee Seniors Recreation Centre needs carpet bowlers on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:45 a.m.

FUNDRAISERS Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe, 1521-56th St., Tsawwassen, offers a great selection of small Christmas trees, books, decorations, holiday outfits and ugly Christmas sweaters. Also a great selection of snow wear for men, women and children.

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Fair will be held on Sunday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ladner Community Centre. Crafts, food, artisans and more. Free admission.

Free Christmas community meal on Tuesday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m. at All Saints Anglican Church, 4755 Arthur Dr., Ladner.

ARTS If you love music and have a brass, woodwind or percussion instrument, then join Loades of Music Concert Band. Share the joy of making music with other adult musicians. Annual fee is $50 with regular attendance and home practice encouraged.

Cultivate a love of playing band music every Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Saviour Lutheran Church, 4737-57th St., Ladner. Contact loadesofmusic@gmail.com.

The Coming Events column is published every Thursday as a community service. If you have a non-profit event, e-mail (events@delta-optimist.com), mail or drop off the details to the Optimist by 3 p.m. Monday. Submissions are subject to space limitations. No phone calls, please.

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Sports Shorts SCOREBOARD

PACIFIC JUNIOR HOCKEY Overall Standings W L T OTL Pts North Van 25 5 0 0 50 Delta 19 6 2 2 42 Richmond 17 7 2 1 37 Abbotsford 17 9 0 1 35 Langley 16 12 0 1 33 Grandview 16 12 0 0 32 R. Meadows 14 11 0 3 31 Aldergrove 15 15 0 0 30 White Rock 11 16 0 2 24 Port Moody 11 17 0 0 22 Mission City 7 19 0 3 17 Surrey 1 26 0 1 3 Scores Delta 5 North Van 4 Delta 4

Langley 2 Delta 2 Langley 1

Ice Hawks Scoring GP G A J. Deyrmenjian 27 14 29 D. Rubin 27 17 25 A. Suprynowicz 28 25 16 A. Kemp 23 7 15 M. Epshtein 28 11 10 J. Kojima 20 6 10 L. Visram 23 1 15 N. Marsh 24 2 10 B. Fortin 28 5 6 J. Kim 18 5 6 D. Esposito 15 3 4 J. Conroy 21 2 4 D. Maher 26 1 4 C. MacDonald 13 0 4 R. Bayley 16 1 2 M. Ast 26 0 3 S. Collins 16 1 1 J. Dowell 19 0 2

Pts 43 42 41 22 21 16 16 12 11 11 7 6 5 4 3 3 2 2

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Height in feet FRIDAY, DEC. 14 3:02 am 5.6 10:56 am 14.1 6:17 pm 8.9 9:34 pm 9.5 SATURDAY, DEC. 15 3:48 am 6.6 11:31 pm 14.1 6:56 pm 8.2 11:33 pm 9.5 SUNDAY, DEC. 16 4:44 am 7.5 12:05 pm 13.8 7:30 pm 13.8 MONDAY, DEC. 17 1:27 am 10.2 5:51 am 8.5 12:38 pm 13.8 8:03 pm 6.2 These predictions are supplements to and not replacements for the Canadian Tide and Current Tables, which include the only authorized tidal predictions for Canada and are provided by Canadian Hydrographic Service.

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Building on momentum Sun Devils girls basketball program off to impressive start at junior level MARK BOOTH

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With significant changes to high school girls basketball in B.C. on the horizon, the program at South Delta Secondary is looking to build on its momentum from a year ago.

A fourth place finish at the Grade 8 Girls Provincial Championships was the best result by a girls team at the Tsawwassen school in 13 seasons.

The next step for the talented Grade 9 group is enjoying some success at the junior level before a probable step up to senior for a three-year run, starting with the 2019-20 season.

By that time, B.C. School Sports’ new zoning structure will be in place.

The changes, that reflect significant growth in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley over the last few decades, will include Delta teams in a new zone with Richmond and Surrey schools to compete for provincial berths in all sports.

The other big development is girls basketball adding another classification size next season to be on par with what the boys have been doing for the last several years. That will create four provincial tournaments — 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A. It should also provide some relief for what has turned into a log jam of senior teams in the current Fraser Valley Leagues opting

South Delta Sun Devils junior girls basketball team captured the Eric Hamber Tournament last weekend and are now 8-1 on the season, including a perfect record in league play. to play tier two and not have to deal with some of the powerhouse programs in the province. Among the 44 “AAA” classified teams in the Valley this season, 26 are playing tier two including all three in the city — South Delta, Delta and Seaquam.

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South Delta’s Makena Rutledge in action against Delview on Monday.

The awaiting new landscape and how it will impact the Sun Devils program moving forward is something to ponder another day for coaches Sharon Butler and Christine Young. The focus now is continuing to build on what was established a year ago.

Their 12-player roster features eight players from last year’s powerhouse Grade 8 team. Among the three Grade 10s is some talent in the post via the Delta Hockey Academy.

Six-foot-1 White Rock resident Grace Elliott plays for the DHA Girls Prep Team but looks right at home on the basketball court too.

She plays at the club level in the spring for VK Basketball.

The Grade 9 core features two players involved with club teams — Andie Assaly (BC United) and Makena Rutledge (Split Second Cobras). Sophie Gower has been training with Basketball B.C.’s Centre of Performance Program.

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South Delta also captured the Eric Hamber Tournament in Vancouver last week with Rutledge earning MVP honours while Elena Zanuzzi was an allstar selection.

Teila Noble, Elliott and Rutledge also took home playerof-the game awards.

“We are building a culture of teamwork, intensity and a focus on basketball excellence,” said Butler. “The girls are playing a five-out offense with extra passes, cuts and screens. It is a team game and everyone needs to touch the ball.

“The two tournaments we have played so far have given us some different exposure. We play No. 4 (and Grade 8 champion) York House on Friday and that will also be interesting to see where we are.

The pipeline of players is growing and by the time all these players are in grades 11 and 12 we will have a strong tier one team that will compete against the best at the senior level.”

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South Delta Sun Devils Jason Crump heads up court in Saturday’s fifth place game against Burnsview at the Devils’ own six-team invitational tournament last weekend. South Delta won the game 83-80.

Abbotsford teams dominate SDSS senior boys tournament Small in size but big in talent. That was the story of last weekend’s South Delta Sun Devils Senior Boys Basketball Tournament.

The six-team event was dominated

by Abbotsford schools with Abbotsford Christian Knights pulling off a mild upset with an 86-84 win over Abbotsford Traditional Titans in Saturday’s championship game. The Titans are ranked No. 6 in the latest provincial “AA” rankings.

The Knights’ road to the title included earlier wins over Burnsview (100-71) and Burnaby North (84-56) to capture their pool group. The Titans secured honours on their side of round-robin play by defeating Surrey Christian (104-84) and the host Sun Devils (94-57).

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vaged with an 83-80 win over Burnsview in Saturday morning’s fifth place game. The Sun Devils also fell to Surrey Christian (7240) in round-robin play.

After enjoying one of their more competitive seasons in recent memory, head coach Rod Salas is working with a young roster that features just one senior and four Grade 10s.

The Devils are at the Pinetree Christmas Tournament in Coquitlam next week before hosting No. 10 ranked Semiahmoo in Fraser Valley Southwest AAAA action.

South Delta sits with a 2-1 record after opening league play with a 68-63 win over Panorama Ridge before falling 96-59 to Seaquam. The Devils then grinded out a 47-44 win over Princess Margaret.

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Three Delta rinks secure berths to B.C. Junior Championships

2016 champion Sarah Daniels will be among three Delta rinks in Vernon later this month for the B.C. Junior Championships.

Delta is going to be well-represented on the women’s side of the draw when the 2019 B.C. Junior Curling Championships get underway later this month in Vernon.

At the recent Coastal Playdowns held at the Royal City Curling Club, Delta Thistle’s Team Drexel (Heather Drexel, Elizabeth Bowles, Haylie Farquhar, Hailey Dubois) won the A event to secure its trip to the Okanagan.

Meanwhile Tunnel Town’s Team Taylor (Jensen Taylor, Meredith Cole, Keira McCoy, Chelsea Taylor) will be joining them after capturing the “B” Event.

A third entry heading to Vernon is perennial powerhouse Team Daniels which booked its ticket via the B.C.

Junior Curling Tour.

The Delta Thistle Club rink features skip Sarah Daniels, Kayla MacMillan, Jessica Humphries and Sarah Token.

Daniels’ decorated career includes winning the 2016 provincial championship and going onto finish second at the Canadian Championships. She made her debut at nationals when she was just 14.

Daniels is a two-time winner of Curl B.C.’s Junior Player of the Year Award.

In total, eight rinks will be competing on the women’s side of the championships which get underway on Dec. 27 and concludes on New Year’s Day. The 2019 Canadian Juniors will take place Jan. 19-27 in Prince Albert.

Delta Gymnastics contingent soaking in Japanese culture Four members of Delta Gymnastics’ have embarked on a experience of a lifetime.

Assistant Coordinator of the Men’s Artistic Gymnastics Program Thorstein Fischer and gymnasts Alex Shilvock, Lucas Liu and Owen Aubey are on a 13-day tour of Japan until Dec. 17.

“The trip is designed to increase their knowledge of Japanese culture as well as grow the athlete’s understanding of how gymnasts train in other countries”, explained Fischer who will also be judging at the Annual Toyota International Gymnastics Competition in Aichi.

“Gymnastics culture in Japan is huge, much larger than in Canada. Our exposure to top level gymnastics will be tremendous and we have a full agenda planned.”

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a homestay in Yokkaichi where they will immerse themselves in Japanese culture.

A high point of the trip is training at the University Nittaidai in Yokohama. It’s the home of world champion floor gymnast Kenzo Shirai. He currently has more unique skills than any other male gymnast with six — three each on floor and vault, which are officially named after him as he was the first to successfully complete them at a major international competition.

“We are so excited to meet Kenzo and see the different styles of training,” says Aubey who is 16.

“This will be important for us as we hope to incorporate new styles into our own training.”

“We are happy to be able to combine the sport of gymnastics with site seeing and learning about a new culture,” added

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Hawks lose ground on league-leading North Van MARK BOOTH

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The North Vancouver Wolf Pack present enough challenges never mind trying to deal with the top team in the Pacific Junior Hockey League with a shorthanded line-up.

That’s what the Delta Ice Hawks were up against in last Saturday’s 4-2 loss in North Vancouver. The result opened up a 10-point gap between the league’s two frontrunners and was Delta’s first regulation loss since Oct. 28 — a span of 10 games.

The Hawks (18-6-2-2) entered the pivotal tilt without veteran blueliners Liam Visram and Nick Marsh.

Visram was called-up by the B.C. Hockey League’s Nanaimo Clippers for their three-game weekend road trip while Marsh was injured in a 4-0 win over Mission and could be sidelined for up to four weeks.

They were also minus the services of team captain and leading scorer Jordan Deyrmenjian who is in New York on a family

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Delta Ice Hawks rebounded from a loss to North Van with a 4-1 win over Langley on Tuesday night in Ladner. trip.

The Wolf Pack (25-5-0-0) blitzed Delta in the opening 20 minutes, outshooting the visitors 18-4 and taking a 1-0 lead.

The Hawks responded with a better second period and tied the game on rook-

ie blueliner Ryan Bayley’s first goal of the season.

The teams were tied at 2-2, thanks to Mark Epshtein’s third period shorthanded effort, but the Wolf Pack scored two goals less than three minutes apart to seal the win.

Goaltender Jordy Engelson was terrific in a losing cause with 39 saves.

“Between (Jonathan) Rees and (Nathan) Pelletier leaving, along with injuries and call-ups, it’s been a little challenging,” said Hawks GM and head coach Steve

Robinson. “But Saturday was our first loss in over a month and we garnered points in 11 of our last 12 games.

“I think we’re growing as a team that can find ways to win and grind things out at a time. It is very differ-

ent from being the most talented team by a mile last year.”

Robinson admits first place is likely out of reach with no games against North Vancouver remaining. However, his club is in an excellent position to battle Richmond and Abbotsford for second overall and home ice advantage for the opening two rounds of the playoffs.

That position was further secured with a 4-1 victory over the fifth place Langley Trappers on Tuesday in Ladner.

Rookie Jordin Kojima broke a 1-1 deadlock in the second period and Andrew Kemp extended the margin in the dying seconds of the frame. Visram added an insurance marker while Epshtein had opened the scoring back in the first.

Engelson enjoyed another solid performance in net.

Delta returns to action Saturday at Port Moody before returning home Tuesday to welcome Aldergrove for the club’s inaugural Teddy Bear Toss Night. Game time is 7:35 p.m.

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mature land-scaped private lot in a cul de sac across from green space. Steps to of the best South Facing Waterfront locations within Monterra. This luxury area of central Ladner - community plan encourages higher density. This the warmest swimming beach on the Coast. Just move in & enjoy the Lifestyle! townhome is part of one of Metro Vancouver’s lowest density developments. square 8,610 sqft lot is directly across from the library & Kinsman Park.

WEST FACING LOT 411 KERRY DRIVE

OCEAN VIEW 219 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE

SAHALEE 304-1330 HUNTER ROAD

$1,998,000 PEBBLE HILL - custom built executive home on QUIET street & $1,225,000 On top of Tsawwassen with a panoramic view of the ocean $694,500 1,480 SQFT RANCHER IN THE SKY! One of the most sought

private west exposed lot backing onto park! Great room floor plan w/stunning and North shore mountains! The most affordable view property offering after addresses. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac just steps to the town centre, transportation, beaches and overlooking a passive park. kitchen featuring island & 15’ bar opening to dining area & family room. over 2500 sq.ft. of architectural detail with a master on the main.

3 BEDROOMS 105-5421 10 AVENUE

$649,000 Best unit in the Sundial! Duplex style 3 bedroom on the outside

of the complex with private south west exposure. Lots of updates include kitchen and appliances, main bath w/extra deep soaker tub, & flooring.

HEART OF LADNER 7-4887 CENTRAL AVE

3 BEDROOMS 28-4953 57 STREET

$725,000 Fabulous West Ladner location close to everything. $559,000 Completely renovated 3 bedroom duplex style town home with

Beautiful 3 bedroom town home with gorgeous great room area and private walk out enclosed patio and garden backing onto green space. games room on main floor and 3 good size bedrooms up.

Situated in the heart of West Ladner within walking distance of shops.

EXPERIENCE MATTERS Trish Murphy 604.312.7621 Sold@TrishaMurphy.ca

604.897.2010 Teri Steele Sold@TeriSteele.com

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

2017

2017

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A52 The Delta Optimist December 13, 2018

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NEW LISTING #108-5900 Ferry Rd. ABSOLUTELY STUNNING well laid out 2,146 Sqft 3 bed, 3 bath + den executive townhome.

Beautifully landscaped. Double Garage.

OPEN SAT 2-4 $1,188,000

D L O S T S JU A209-4811 53rd St., Ladner Meticulous & beautiful 1201 sq. ft.

2 bdrm condo with a huge deck in desirable Ladner Pointe. $539,900

BOB Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-946-8899

LINDA Chancey

#16-4788 57th St., Ladner Without a doubt the BEST TOWNHOME to come on the market this year in Ladner!!! Stunning renos! Incredibly spacious with 2,148 sq.ft.

4 bedrooms and den, 3 baths. Double garage $797,089

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-880-5552

BLAKE Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

4929 52a St., Ladner A terrific family home located in quiet Cul de sac.

2,400 sq. ft. 4 bedroom home. 10,200 sq. ft. lot with huge backyard. $1,240,000

604-788-0480

RE/MAX City Realty

SOLD , 28 r e b o O ct 201 8

SOLD , 29 r e b o O ct 201 8

SOLD r 1, e b m Nove 2018

SOLD , er 4 b m e Nov 201 8

11868 87th Ave., Delta $929,000

892 50 St., Tsawwassen $1,248,000

#1-4887 CENTRAL Ave., Ladner $775,000

10471 Sorrel Dr., Richmond $1,498,888

December 13, 2018 The Delta Optimist A53

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Novem

SObeLr 18D, 2018

Novem

#24-3110 Trafalgar St., Abbotsford

#101-8300 Bennett Rd, Richmond

$359,800

$489,900

BOB Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-946-8899

5391 Regatta Way, Ladner

5272 Laburnum Park Place, Ladner

Large 1,476 Sqft 2 bed, 2 bath + den Rancher.

Family room and double garage. Great floorplan.

Adult-oriented Southpointe.

Adult oriented neighbourhood.

3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher. Bright & spacious.

Great Location. Walking distance to shops.

$649,900

$899,900

LINDA Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

SmObeLr 13D, 2018

Nove

5498 Grove Ave., Ladner

Located on a 7,200 sq. ft. lot in one of Ladner’s most desirable areas, this 3 bed, 2 bath 1,716 sq. ft. RANCHER Updates include new paint and hot water on demand.

South facing backyard

SmObeLr 1D, 2018

604-880-5552

Nove

#210-4738 53rd St.

Comfortable 1,032 sq. ft. 2 bed 2 bath corner unit in popular Sunningdale Estates.

$868,000

$498,800

BLAKE Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

D SOL r 7, e b em v o N 8 201

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D SOL 10, er b m e Nov 2018

5931 Inverness St., Vancouver $1,499,000

5809 Cove Link Rd., Ladner $1,680,000

4460 Dawn Dr., Ladner $1,188,000

604-788-0480

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A305-4811 53rd St., Ladner Desirable Ladner Pointe. Top Floor 1,202 sq. ft. Bright and spacious living room dining area, newer kitchen.

Engineered laminate, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms NEW PRICE $469,900

RE/MAX City Realty

A54 The Delta Optimist December 13, 2018 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

WaLK tO eVerYtHInG

BeautIFuL 1 BDrM at tHe SprInGS

• 678 sq fa cofdo wiah libgh bilcofy • 1 bhdboom, 1 biahboom • Bbigha ifd ochf livifg ibhi • Sahcs ao shocs ifd Lidfhb Villigh

• 628 sq fa cofdo wiah libgh ciaio • 1 bhdboom, 1 biahboom • High q`iliay fifishifgs ahbo`gho`a • rhsoba saylh livifg ia ia’s fifhsa

D204-4845 53 Street, LaDner

402-5011 SprInGS BOuLeVarD, tSaWWaSSen

$350,000

$449,900

LADNER POINTE PENTHOUSE • 1128 sq fa cofdo wiah libgh bilcofy • 2 bhdbooms, 2 biahbooms • Vhby scicio`s ifd `cdiahd ahbo`gho`a

SunnInGDaLe 2 BeDrOOM W G NE TIN S I L

• Wilk ao shocs ifd chas ibh whlcomh

215-4768 53 Street, LaDner

C305-4831 53 STREET, LADNER

$499,900

$499,500

In tHe Heart OF LaDner • 1112 sq fa gibdhf lhvhl cofdo • 2 bhdbooms, 2 biahbooms • Ochf floob clif • Wilk ao shocs ifd imhfiaihs

104-4885 53 STREET, LADNER

$519,900

upDateD rIVer WeSt 2 BDrM

• 921 sq fa whsa ficifg `fia • 2 bhdbooms, 2 biahbooms • Whll miifaiifhd b`ildifg, bhfails illowhd • Chfabilly lociahd, mifs ao ill imhfiaihs

BranD neW In tHe Heart OF tHe VILLaGe W G NE TIN S I L

• 1177 sq fa cofdo wiah 1 cibkifg saill • 2 bhdbooms, 2 biahbooms • L`x`bio`s fifishifgs ahbo`gho`a • Sahcs ao Lidfhb Villigh ifd shocs

1-4755 51 Street, LaDner

$659,900

tSaWWaSSen SprInGS SuB-pentHOuSe

• 1242 sq fa cofdo wiah ovhbsizhd s`fdhck • 2 bhdbooms, 2 biahboom • Bhi`aif`lly `cdiahd ahbo`gho`a • Q`iha lociaiof ovhblookifg co`bayibd

• 991 sq fa cofdo wiah libgh saobigh scich • 2 bhdbooms, 2 biahbooms • L`x`bio`s iccoifamhfas ahbo`gho`a • Sa`ffifg nobahshobh Maf ifd golf co`bsh vihws

204-4733 W rIVer rOaD, LaDner

510-5011 SprInGS BOuLeVarD, tSaWWaSSen

$699,900

tSaWWaSSen SprInGS pentHOuSe

$719,900

ManOr GarDenS tOWnHOMe

• 1010 sq fa cofdo wiah 15’ chilifgs • 2 bhdbooms, 2 biahbooms • High-hfd fifishifgs ahbo`gho`a • So`ah hxcos`bh wiah ochif & golf co`bsh vihws

• 1778 sq fa aowfhomh wiah 2 cib gibigh • 4 bhdbooms, 3 biahbooms • Bhi`aif`lly fifishhd ahbo`gho`a • Mifs ao shocs, bhsai`bifas, ifd mobh

614-5011 SprInGS BOuLeVarD, tSaWWaSSen

5-4766 55B Street, LaDner

$729,900

DeSIraBLe pOrt GuICHOn LOCatIOn

$848,800

BeaCH GrOVe 2 LeVeL HOMe

• 1522 sq fa homh of 7131 sq fa loa • 5 bhdbooms, 2 biahbooms • S`ffy, fhfchd So`ah ficifg yibd • Closh ao Lidfhb Villigh

• 2595 sq fa homh of 7786 sq fa loa • 5 bhdbooms, 3 biahbooms • Lowhb lhvhl wiah iddiaiof ifd mobagigh hhlchb • Q`iha, fimily fbihfdly fhighbo`bhood

4520 SaVOY Street, LaDner

1680 58 Street, tSaWWaSSen

$851,888 #1 TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA 2017* 2016*

$899,900

#1 2 RE/MAX® TEAM IN WESTERN CANADA 2016** 2017**

® *Based on sales total REBGV sales 2017. **Based oncommercial total residential commissions in 2017 all RE/MAX associatesininCanada Canada. *Based on total REBGV MLS 2016. **For total residential and transactions combined of all for RE/MAX sales associates for 2016.

December 13, 2018 The Delta Optimist A55

LaRGe 2 BedROOM aT “SaHaLee”

LOVELY HOME ON LARGE LOT

• 1741 sq ft kordhr udit with 2 plrfidg

• 2200 sq ft homh od 10,121 sq ft lot

stllls • 2 bhjrooms, 2 blthrooms • Llrgh, ophd lividg lrhl ldj 2 jhkfs

• 3 bhjrooms, 2 blthrooms • Suith pothdtill od lowhr lhvhl • Quiht strhht iht klosh to shops ldj

• Wllf to shops, rhstlurldts, ldj morh

lmhditihs

201-1330 HUnTeR ROad, TSaWWaSSen

1473 54 STReeT, TSaWWaSSen

$948,000

$948,000

UPDATED FAMILY RANCHER W G NE TIN S I L

• 1498 sq ft homh od 6599 sq ft lot • 3 bhjrooms, 2 blthrooms

IN THE HEART OF THE VILLAGE W G NE TIN LIS

• nhwhr fitkhhd, blthrooms, flooridg, ldj morh • Fhdkhj blkfilrj plus 2 llrgh sudjhkfs 4918 55B STReeT, LadneR

4851 eLLIS Lane, LadneR

$949,900

$970,000

CENTRALLY LOCATED FAMILY HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• 1995 sq ft homh od 5191 sq ft lot • 3 bhjrooms, 2 blthrooms (mlsthr od mlid)

BOUNDARY BAY LOT W G NE TIN S I L

• Upjlthj fitkhhd, blthrooms, flooridg • Wllf to shops, rhstlurldts, ldj Villlgh

$998,800

$979,900

IMMACULATE FAMILY HOME

BeaUTIFUL neWeR HOMe

• 2516 sq ft homh od 4754 sq ft lot • 4 bhjrooms, 3 blthrooms • Tlsthful upjlths throughout, privlth ilrj with hot tub • Wllf to Lljdhr Villlgh, shops, ldj morh

• 1720 sq ft homh od 3813 sq ft lot • 3 bhjrooms, 3 blthrooms • Mlsthr od mlid, joublh sijhj firhpllkh • Phhflboo okhld vihws

5016 MARINER PLACE, LADNER

1891 SWan ROad, TSaWWaSSen

$998,800

$998,900

BOUNDARY BAY RANCHER W G NE TIN S LI

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED FAMILY HOME

• 1200 sq ft homh od 4998 sq ft lot • 3 bhjrooms, 1 blthroom • Blkfidg odto prothkthj grhhdbhlt • Odli l fhw blokfs to thh bhlkh

• 2063 sq ft homh od 4894 sq ft lot • 4 bhjrooms, 2 blthrooms • Upjlthj fitkhhds, flooridg, ldj bhjrooms • Ophd kodkhpt od both lhvhls

159 65B STReeT, TSaWWaSSen

5680 GROVE AVENUE, LADNER

$999,900

$999,980

UPDATED EXECUTIVE HOME ON LARGE LOT • 2657 sq ft homh od 12,648 sq ft lot • 3 bhjrooms (jhd koulj bh 4th), 3 blthrooms • nhwhr roof, widjows, ldj tldflhss hot wlthr tldf • Outjoor splkh for hdthrtlididg plus jhtlkhhj worfshop 4716 STaHaken PLace, TSaWWaSSen

$1,098,800 #8 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA 2017**

• 5092 sq ft lot lkross from thh bhlkh • currhdtli hls 800 sq ft 2 bjrm homh • Situlthj lmodg mldi luxuri homhs • Optiods for dhw homh/ilrj jirhktiod with 2 frodtlghs 207 cenTennIaL PaRkWay, TSaWWaSSen

4932 MaRIneR PLace, LadneR

W G NE TIN LIS

• 1877 sq ft homh built id 2017 • 4 bhjrooms, 4 blthrooms • Ophd kodkhpt fitkhhd & lividg lrhl • Sthps to Lljdhr Villlgh shops & rhstlurldts

SOUGHT AFTER BEACH GROVE W G NE TIN S I L

• 2018 sq ft homh od 6249 sq ft lot • 4 bhjrooms, 3 blthrooms • Whll fhpt split lhvhl with upjlthj fitkhhd • Mids to thh bhlkh ldj lll lmhditihs 1567 FaRReLL aVenUe, TSaWWaSSen

$1,098,800

#23 RE/MAX® TEAM WORLDWIDE 2017***

*** Based on total residential and commercial commissions combined in 2017 for all RE/MAX associates worldwide (over 100,000 agents). As recognized by the RE/MAX INTERNATIONAL achievement award given to Fraser and/or Fraser and his team for 2017.

A56 The Delta Optimist December 13, 2018

DESIRABLE WHITWORTH CRESCENT

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

PrIvaTe CuL-de-SaC LOCaTIOn

• 2762 sq gt homh oe 8967 sq gt lot • 5 bhibooms, 3 bjthbooms • faectioejl ljyoat _ith bheo`jthi kitchhe • Qaiht jbhj yht closh to shops, schools, jei mobh

• 2,190 sq gt homh oe j 8,008 sq gt lot • 3 Bhibooms, 2 Bjthbooms • Ophe jtbiam jbhj _ith lots og ejtabjl lifht • Closh to schools, shoppief, jei mobh

5153 n wHITwOrTH CreSCenT, Ladner

514 erIn PLaCe, TSawwaSSen

$1,128,800

$1,138,000

MarIna gardenS eXeCuTIve HOMe W G NE TIN LIS

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED HOME

• 2406 sq gt homh oe 4795 sq gt lot • 5 bhibooms, 3 bjthbooms • Mjey apijths ieclaiief kitchhe & floobief • Pbi`jth ghechi yjbi _ith hethbtjiehb’s pjtio

• 2334 sq gt homh oe 5340 sq gt lot • Complhthly bheo`jthi iesiih jei oat • eethbtjiehb’s ibhjm oatioob li`ief jbhj • Closh to shops, bhstjabjets, jei mobh

5233 BrIganTIne rOad, Ladner

4949 LInden drIve, Ladner

$1,138,800

$1,139,900

PEBBLE HILL FAMILY HOME

UPDATED BOUNDARY BAY RANCHER • 1479 sq gt homh oe 7523 sq gt lot • 3 bhibooms, 2 bjthbooms • upijthi kitchhe, floobief, jei bjthbooms • Saeey bjckyjbi jei ioablh _iih fjbjfh

W G NE TIN S LI

• 1976 sq gt homh oe 7275 sq gt lot • 4 bhibooms, 3 bjthbooms • nh_hb _ieio_s, gabejch, hot _jthb tjek, & jpplijechs • eethbtjiehb’s bjckyjbi _ith co`hbhi ihck & hot tab 5490 4a avenue, TSawwaSSen

286 66a STreeT, TSawwaSSen

$1,158,800

$1,149,900

ROOFTOP DECK WITH VIEWS W G NE TIN S I L

• 2796 sq gt homh oe 7793 sq gt lot • 4 bhibooms, 3 bjthbooms • Bhjatigal mjsthb _ith hesaith & _jlk-ie closht • fjetjstic oatioob jbhjs gob hethbtjieief

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED EXECUTIVE HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• 3087 sq gt homh oe 8546 sq gt lot • 3 bhibooms, 3 bjthbooms • Ophe floob plje _ith hifh-hei foabmht kitchhe • O`hblookief thh folg coabsh _ith staeeief moaetjie `ih_s

474 TraLee CreSCenT, TSawwaSSen

1265 PaCIfIC drIve, TSawwaSSen

$1,198,800

$1,198,800

DESIRABLE FIRCREST MEADOWS W G NE TIN S LI

CENTENNIAL TIDES HOME N PR EW IC E

• 2778 sq gt homh oe 4650 sq gt lot • 6 bhibooms, 3 bjthbooms • rhchetly apijthi mjie bjth, floobief, jei pjiet • Cal-ih-sjc homh _ith pbi`jth, ghechi, w hxposhi yjbi 5349 50 avenue, Ladner

527 SEASHELL DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN

$1,198,800

$1,279,000

LOVELY CLIFF DRIVE FAMILY HOME • 1773 sq gt homh oe 8482 sq gt lot • 4 bhibooms, 2 bjthbooms • Sieflh cjbpobt plas ophe pjbkief • Closh to schools, pjbks, jei mobh

5153 CLIff drIve, TSawwaSSen

$1,298,800 #1 TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA 2017* 2016*

• 1975 sq gt homh oe 4973 sq gt lot • 4 bhibooms, 3 bjthbooms • Immjcaljthly mjietjiehi homh • Sthps to thh bhjch

RENOVATED WEST LADNER HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• 2429 sq gt homh oe 7606 sq gt lot • 5 bhibooms, 3 bjthbooms • upijthi kitchhe, bjthbooms, floobief, jei mobh • wbjp jboaei ihck jei saeey, _hst hxposhi bjck yjbi 5063 59 STreeT, Ladner

$1,298,800

#1 2 RE/MAX® TEAM IN WESTERN CANADA 2016** 2017**

® *Based on sales total REBGV sales 2017. **Based oncommercial total residential commissions in 2017 all RE/MAX associatesininCanada Canada. *Based on total REBGV MLS 2016. **For total residential and transactions combined of all for RE/MAX sales associates for 2016.

December 13, 2018 The Delta Optimist A57

fOREST BY THE BAY RANCHER

STUNNING RENOVATED HOME • 2768 sq `t home on 9020 sq `t lot • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Open concept living aith gourmet kitchen • Entertainer’s dream outdoor area aith in-ground pool

• 2676 sq `t home on 8668 sq `t lot • 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Massive unfinished basement • Huge corner lot

20 GEORGIA wYND, TSAwwASSEN

5691 GOLDENROD CRESCENT, TSAwwASSEN

$1,299,900

$1,348,800

INVESTOR ALERT

HALf ACRE LOT

• 2160 sq `t home on 11,431 sq `t lot • 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • 2 lot subdivision • Hold noa and build later

• 1698 sq `t home on nearly 1/2 an acre • 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • Build your dream home or hold to develop • Industrial I1 zoning

278 56 STREET, TSAwwASSEN

5000 64 STREET, LADNER

$1,349,900

$1,358,800

BOUNDARY BAY HOME ON HUGE LOT • 2008 sq `t home on 10,388 sq `t lot • Potentially sub-dividable lot • Steps to the beach & close to all amenities

wATERfRONT EXECUTIVE HOME W G NE TIN S LI

5329 wINDjAMMER ROAD, LADNER

$1,395,000

$1,438,800

PRIME wATERfRONT LOCATION

NEwER fAMILY HOME IN BEACH GROVE W G NE TIN LIS

4495 w RIVER ROAD, LADNER

$1,998,800

STUNNING VIEw HOME IN THE TERRACE W G NE TIN S I L

• 3874 sq `t home on 9957 sq `t lot • 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms • Completely renovated throughout • Beauti`ul Ocean & Mountain vieas 125 ALPENwOOD LANE, TSAwwASSEN

$2,888,000 #8 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA 2017**

• 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Master on main aith ensuite and 3 bedrooms up • High-end finishings throughout the home

$1,688,800

HUGE LOT IN THE VILLAGE

847 PACIfIC DRIVE, TSAwwASSEN

• 2451 sq `t home on 6250 sq `t lot

1491 fARRELL AVENUE, TSAwwASSEN

$1,475,000

• 2618 sq `t home on 20,632 sq `t lot • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Mid-century design aith updates throughout • Private, park-like setting per`ect `or entertaining

• 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Recently updated kitchen aith access to private stone patio • Extra large master aith dream ensuite

6704 1A AVENUE, TSAwwASSEN

• 6210 sq `t lot that doesn’t require a aater lease • 33’ concrete dock ready `or floathome or boat • RV parking aith hook-ups • 2 custom 100’ sheds

• 3003 sq `t home on 5804 sq `t lot

BEACH GROVE wITH wATER VIEwS W G NE TIN LIS

• 3830 sq `t home on 6008 sq `t lot • 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms • Completely renovated aith high-end finishings • Open kitchen design and a guest suite on main 1210 BEACH GROVE ROAD, TSAwwASSEN

$2,888,000

9.5 ACRES ON PRESTIGIOUS ARTHUR DRIVE • 1922 sq `t home on 9.5 acres • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Separate guest home • Multiple barns and aorkshop

3749 ARTHUR DRIVE, LADNER

$3,388,800

#23 RE/MAX® TEAM WORLDWIDE 2017***

*** Based on total residential and commercial commissions combined in 2017 for all RE/MAX associates worldwide (over 100,000 agents). As recognized by the RE/MAX INTERNATIONAL achievement award given to Fraser and/or Fraser and his team for 2017.

A58 The Delta Optimist December 13, 2018

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Honoring loved ones.

Sharing their Story.

It is with sorrow we announce the passing of (Norman) Michael Bennett Mike to all who knew him on Saturday December 7th, 2018. Dad will always be remembered for his gentle, merry disposition, but above all - for his wonderful and unflagging sense of humour. If we ever heard laughter in a room, Dad was bound to be at the center of it. He will be sorely missed by his friends, his family by blood, and his adopted family at Mountain View Manor.

There will be no funeral and so we ask that you honour and celebrate Mike’s life in your own way.

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It is with deep sadness that family announce the sudden passing of Sarjit Singh on December 8, 2018 in Ladner, BC at the age of 79 years. Sarjit’s homes were in Kamloops and Tsawwassen BC, and she loved both communities immensely where she was known as an avid walker who would always stop to chat about the day and to greet every dog with big smiles and hugs. Sarjit’s greatest joys in life were cooking for friends and family, gardening, traveling with her family, dogs of all kinds, and of course laughing and spending time with her family and friends. For most of her life, she was known for her strength, bluntness and unconditional support and love for the things that mattered the most to those around her. For the last few years Sarjit was enjoying splitting her time between Tsawwassen and the US with extended visits with her daughter and son-in-law including annual trips to Kauai and of course play-time with the most important souls to her - her beloved dogs Max, Mika and Toby. Sarjit passed away peacefully with her family at her side and is survived by her daughter Indra Heed Hornsby, son-in-law John Hornsby, and grandchildren Jonathan Hornsby (Libby, Sophie) and Sarah Hornsby (Mark). She also leaves to mourn her brother and sister-in-law Sucha and Ossie Thandi, her favorite niece Sheila Aolick (Mindy, Zack, Kayla), the Hornsby family in Ottawa, and most especially her dear-cousin/ second brother and sister-in-law Hans Raj and Sneh Lata Sandhu and their wonderful girls Priya and Poonam who were daughters in Sarjit’s heart, and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and dear friends in both Canada and the US. Sarjit is predeceased by her loving husband Dave (Khushdev) Singh Heed from 2011, and the family has great comfort in knowing she is back with Dave and walking Ripley which is where she always wanted to be ...

Please join us for her memorial service at 10:00am on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at Riverside Funeral Home at 7410 Hopcott Road, in Ladner, BC. In lieu of flowers, a donation of your choice can be made in Sarjit’s memory to either the Delta Hospice Society or the Delta Community Animal Shelter.

It is with great sadness that we announce the recent passing of Richard J. Platt on November 29, 2018. Rick is survived by his two children, his son Mitchell and his daughter Morgan. There will be a reception held in his honour on December 14th at 6 pm at the local Royal Canadian Legion Tsawwassen.

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